Establishment of the National Craft Institute (IKN) was approved by the Cabinet

in August 2001. It represents an important turning point and a major milestone in

the development of craft industries in the country. This is the beginning role of
IKN as an educational institution that is responsible for producing human capital
graduates who are knowledgeable and skilled in the craft field.

In retrospect of craft skills training, it was first introduced in 1967, with the
establishment of the Crafts Development Centre (PKPT) under RIDA / MARA.
The role of carpentry training was later taken over by the Malaysian Handicraft
Board (LKM) in April 1973. On 1 October 1979, the Malaysian Handicraft
Development Corporation (PKKM) was established under Act 222 to replace
LKM. Further skills training programmes were later taken over by the Malaysian
Handicraft in October 1979 until now.

In its initial stage, craft skills training was carried out in ten (10) Malaysian
Handicraft Branches throughout the country according to specialisation. For
example, batik and silverware training in Kelantan, weaving, wickerwork and
coppersmith training in Terengganu, ethnic crafts in Sarawak and Sabah,
ceramic training in Perak, wooden crafts in Pahang and glass, bamboo and
rattan training in Negeri Sembilan. Training period was between 12 to 18 months,
with emphasis on skills alone. In 1994, this training programme was reviewed to
strengthen and harmonise the existing courses especially from the aspects of a
balanced curriculum between skills and academic.

In 1996, in accordance with the review of the training programme implementation

in the 7th Malaysia Plan, craft skills training programme was centralised at
Malaysian Handicraft Complex in Rawang, Selangor (PKKM headquarters at that
time ) in two areas of skills ie. batik and weaving. The programme focused on
youth who had passed the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM). The programme
duration was for two (2) years. In 1999, the Malaysian Handicraft collaborated
with National Vocational Training Council (MLVK), now known as the Department
of Skills Development (JPK) in developing skills training curriculum.

Effective as of 2000, the field of study was expanded to six (6) courses ie. Crafts
of Batik, Weaving, Ceramics, Wood, Metal and Rattan. Students who graduated
were awarded Certificate of Craft Skills. In 2001, the management of Malaysian
Handicraft through Entrepreneur Development Minister raised the application to
the Cabinet to obtain approval for the establishment of the National Craft Institute

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(IKN). In August 2001, the Cabinet agreed to the establishment of IKN that would
issue Diplomas and Certificates to students. Simultaneously, the Malaysia
Handicraft Complex in Rawang became officially known as the National Craft
Institute (IKN).

Commencing during the 2002/2003 academic session, IKN pressed ahead with
the recruitment of new students at the diploma level. A total of 140 diploma
students were chosen to pursue the course in six streams ie. Batik, Weaving,
Ceramics, Wood, Metal and Rattan Craft Arts Stream. Although IKN offers
diploma programmes, certificate programme studies still continue. The number of
graduates who have been and will be awarded the Diploma until 2009 are 620
students, while 713 are certificate students.

List of National Craft Institute directors are shown in the table below:
Date of First Date of Last
No. Appointment Served in Years in IKN
Name of Director in IKN IKN (Year)

Tuan Haji Mohd. Azmi

Ibrahim
1 02.01.1999 31.05.2002 3

Tuan Haji Muhammad Ag.

Teh
2 01.06.2002 30.09.2003 1

Tuan Haji Shahrudin Mohd

Nor
3 01.10.2003 31.08.2006 3

Encik Zainal Abidin Che Pa

4 01.09.2006 19.10.2011 5

Puan Hajah Zuraida Mokhtar 2011(Until

5 20.10.2011 now) Until now
Vision
To be a centre of excellence in craft education that can produce latest technology
skilled workforce, craft entrepreneurs and become a centre of reference,
research as well as preservation of national heritage.

Mission
To generate human resources which are skilled, knowledgeable, technology
equipped, sensitive to craft heritage through the process of learning, research
and development of R&D, publications and consultation in developing the
national craft industry.

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Objective
Producing graduates who are knowledgeable and highly skilled, creative,
innovative and competent in the field of batik crafting to meet the needs of
professional talents in the craft industry.

Client charter
The National Crafts Institute (IKN) is a part of the Malaysian Handicraft
Development Corporation (PKMM). The Client Charter of IKN is as follow :
To provide 150 skilled workforce per year which are knowledgeable and highly
1. skilled for the requirements of the craft industry development in Malaysia.

Directory
Field of
Name Title Expertise
Head of Department/
Zurainah binti Umor Lecturer Batik Design
Faridah binti Salehan Lecturer Textile Design
Zalaini bin Kassim Lab Assistant Textile Colouring
Assistant Lecturer
Mohd Sakri bin Ismail (Technical) Batik Canting
Assistant Lecturer
Kamariah binti Abdullah (Technical) Batik Canting
Assistant Lecturer
Mohd Shahrizan bin Tarmizi (Technical) Batik Canting
Assistant Lecturer
Normaziah binti Kamaruzaman (Technical) Batik Canting
Assistant Lecturer
Noor Azizah binti Zainal Abidin (Technical) Batik Canting
Assistant Lecturer
Nora binti Ali (Technical) Batik Canting
Assistant Lecturer
Rozi bin Muhammad Noor (Technical) Batik Block

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 Assistant Lecturer
Mohamad Helmi bin Shoib (Technical) Batik Canting
Assistant Lecturer
Shamsuldhuha binti Mustaffa (Technical) Batik Canting
Norshela Emyza Binti Ahmad Assistant Lecturer
Baharuddin (Technical) Batik Canting

Academic Information & Crafting Skills

Academic Head
Academic & Crafting Skills Unit
National Craft Institute
No.1, KM 20, Jalan Ipoh-Rawang
Taman Rekreasi Templer
48000 Rawang
Selangor
(attention to: Batik Arts & Craft Course)

Telephone No. *
03 60915322

Facsimile No.
03 6092 6072

Academic & Crafting Skills Official Email

akademik_ikn@kraftangan.gov.my
The Batik Arts and Craft Major offers study programmes which are based on
skills and creativity in bringing forth knowledgeable and highly skilled graduates
in Batik Arts and Craft to fulfil the needs of the handicraft industry in various
sectors of work. This Programme is conducted in
two stages :
Batik Arts and Craft Certificate Programme (SK 100)
Batik Arts and Craft Diploma Programme (DK 100)

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 PROGRAM SIJIL SENI KRAF BATIK (SK100)

BATIK ARTS
AND CRAFT CERTIFICATE PROGRAMME (SK100)
SYNOPSIS
This Programme is aimed at producing graduates who are highly skilled in Batik
Arts and Craft to supply the workforce needs of the handicraft industry. Students
will be provided skills and creativity in every aspect of batik handicraft through
trainings or projects as determined by the curriculum.
LEARNING OUTCOME
At the end of this Programme, students will :
o Acquire skills in the process of producing batik arts and craft.
o Acquire the ability to produce batik arts and craft design.
o Acquire the ability to seek for market opportunities through entrepreneurial
activities.
o Acquire the ability to apply batik making skills for more practical and creative use
according to functions and needs.
o Acquire the ability to document and conduct research.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Upon completion of study, graduates can become Batik Arts and Craft
Entrepreneurs, Assistant Curators, Designers, Art Technicians, Assistant
Lecturers, Production Supervisors, Craft Instructors, Museum Assistants,
Vocational Training Assistant Officers, Assistant Training Officers, Assistant
Archivists, Assistant Conservationists, Laboratory Assistants, Research
Assistants as well as having the same standing as other domestic PHEI
certificates for the purpose of being appointed to appropriate postings in the Civil
Service Department.
Graduates will also have the opportunity to further their studies to the Arts and
Craft Diploma at NCI as well as local HEIs (subject to general admission
conditions to HEIs).
Study Period : 4 semesters (2 years)
Total credits for the award of the Batik Arts and Craft Certificate: 65 credit
hours

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 STRUCTURE OF COURSE OFFERINGS
YEAR 1
Semester I : English I, Islamic Education I, Islam Civilisation I, SISPA, Co-
curriculum I, Basic Art, Basic Drawing, Batik Craft Techniques I and Batik Craft
Design I.
Semester II : English II, Islam Education II, Islamic Civilisation II, Co-curriculum
II, Drawing, Batik Craft Techniques II, Batik Craft Design II and Entrepreneurship
I.
YEAR 2
Semester III: Entrepreneurship II, Industrial Training, Batik Drawing, Batik Craft
Techniques III, Batik Design III, Textile Technology and Computer Basics.
Semester IV: Batik Design Application, Final Project and Computer Application.

PROGRAM DIPLOMA SENI KRAF BATIK (DK100)

BATIK ARTS AND CRAFT DIPLOMA PROGRAMME (DK100)
SYNOPSIS
This programme is aimed at producing graduates with high potential in the
mental and intellectual aspects. Intellectual thinking skills not just from the point
of batik craft skills but also from the aspect of producing according to technique
and taste as required by the industry.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this programme, students will :
o Acquire the ability to produce batik arts and craft designs.
o Acquire the ability to seek opportunities from local cultural resources as
entrepreneurial activities.
o Acquire the ability to apply skills for more practical, creative and competitive
uses.
o Acquire the ability to design batik art and craft in the study and research process.
o Acquire the ability to invent batik art and craft designs with the help of ICT.
o Acquire the ability to apply research which is innovative, creative, and show
initiative as well as producing contemporary batik arts and craft products.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Upon completion of study, graduates can become Batik Arts and Craft
Entrepreneurs, Assistant Curators, Inventors, Art Technicians, Assistant
Lecturers, Production Supervisors, Craft Instructors, Vocational Training
Assistant Officers, Assistant Training Officers, as well as having the same
standing as other local PHEI diplomas for the purpose of being appointed to
appropriate postings in the Civil Service Department.
Graduates will also have the opportunity to further their studies to degree level at
local HEIs (subject to the general admission conditions of HEIs).
Study Period :6 semesters (3 years)
Total credits for award of the Batik Arts and Craft Diploma : 90 credit hours

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COURSE OFFERINGS STRUCTURE
YEAR 1
Semester I: English I, Islamic Education I, Islamic Civilisation I, SISPA, Co-
curriculum I, Fundamentals of Craft, Basic Art, Basic Drawing and Traditional Art
and History of Traditional Craft.
Semester II: English II, Islamic Education II, Islamic Civilisation II, Co-curriculum
II, Craft: Materials & Processes, Drawing, Contemporary Art and Craft History
and Creative Thinking.
YEAR 2
Semester III: English III, Islamic Education III, Islamic Civilisation III, Batik
Drawing, Craft: Techniques & Application I, Batik Design I and Computer Basics.
Semester IV: Entrepreneurship, Textile Technology, Craft: Technique &
Application II, Batik Design II, Computer Applications and Elective.
YEAR 3
Semester V: Industrial Training, Craft: Technique & Application III, Commercial
Batik Design and Minor Project.
Semester VI: Visual Modelling, Diploma Project and Report Writing.

Gallery

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Batik Arts & Craft Stream at the National Craft Institute has 12 staffs who are
Designers cum Lecturers, Craft Instructors and Senior Lab Assistants. All these
teaching staffs are involved directly and indirectly in the teaching of the
knowledge and skills in the field of batik. Most of these teaching staffs have a
excellent knowledge and skills in relevant areas.

Workshops at Batik Arts & Craft Stream

The Batik Arts & Craft Stream has the largest number of students every
semester, and on that basis, the number of workshops provided is substantial
with a total of 5 workshop building units, one additional workshop, a finishing
workshop, a dye laboratory and most recently, a four-storey building unit to be
completed in October 2010.

Hand-Drawn Batik Workshop

Block/Print Batik Workshop

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Batik Arts & Craft Stream Studios
The Batik Art and Crafts Stream has two beautifully decorated studios in an
invigorating environment to emulate comfort and create inspirational ideas for
students to create exquisite works. The studio is used for lectures, sketches and
designs obtained from nature and so on.

Facilities, Materials and Equipment for batik work at the Batik Arts & Craft
Stream
Learning facilities such as dye laboratory, waxing stove set, stretcher frame sets,
colouring trolley and stove sets and modern product finishing equipment areas to
give the opportunity for students to learn and engage in activities in a relaxed
atmosphere.

Batik Stretcher
Laboratory Dye Materials Waxing Stove Set Frame Set

Batik Product -Finishing Workshop

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Technological Machinery Facility at Batik Arts & Craft Stream
Technology and machine facilities in the process of batik making are also
available to give students exposure to technology. The tools available are Digital
Printing machines, T-shirt Printing Machine and Grinder Machine, and the
process of natural dyeing material preparation.

Computer Sets and Digital Printing Machine

Grinder Machine

Student Produced Products at Batik Arts & Craft Major

Students will be exposed to the design process to produce batik-based products.
Final year students have to produce batik products from start to completion
(finished product) to be displayed and evaluated. Students are also taught to be
involved in competitions such as the Piala Seri Endon Batik Design Competition,
Malaysia Skills Competition and MySkills Competition.

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 CAREER GATEWAY
Career Gateway
1. Graduates of the Certificate and Diploma in crafts have the opportunity to pursue
a career as craft entrepreneurs, skilled workers in craft, craft instructors, art
teachers, designers, craft workshop supervisors, researchers and research
assistants or curator assistants.
2. The graduates will also have the opportunity to continue their arts studies to the
degree level in Public Higher Education Institutions.
3. The graduates have a bright future in the field of entrepreneurship (craft industry)
as well as business opportunities.

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4. Residential College
A Residential College which consists of two blocks has 80 rooms to
provide accommodation facilities for 320 students with 4 students placed in
one room. The Residential College also provides basic facilities for
students such as cafeteria and rest rooms.

5. Cafeteria (Dining Hall)

A cafeteria that can accommodate a total of 300 students at one time and
furnished with kitchen equipment.

6. Multipurpose Hall
The Dewan Cindai can accommodate 500 students, and is used for official
events such as convocation ceremony, orientation programme, seminars,
etc.

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 7. Auditorium Hall
The Auditorium Hall which can accommodate 170 students is used for
activities such as to conduct courses, briefings and classes.

12. Playing field

This is a playing field that is used for extra-curricular activities such as
football etc.

8. Courts
There are 6 courts available for extra-curricular activities such as
Badminton Court, Tennis Court, Sepak Takraw Court, etc.

9. Theatrette
The Theatrette can accommodate 150 students and is used for various
activities such as to conduct courses, briefings and lectures.

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 Library Catalogue Terminal (Web OPAC)

Web OPAC (Online Public Access Catalogue) is an online public catalogue used
to search for various types of materials available in the library collections such as
books, magazines and others. Users can access the library catalogue via
terminals provided on the upper and lower floors.
Benefits of using OPAC web:
o You can search for books available in the library collection via online.
o You can reserve the books for loan.
o You can see a list of borrowed items information.
o Save time and travel costs.
OPAC Web can be accessed through IKN Library website KNOWLEDGE @
IKN

Self-Service Borrowing Machine

Users can borrow Open Shelf collection books without having to queue at the
library counters, by using self-service borrowing machines (self-check
machines) provided on the upper level. Only registered users who have the
password can use the machines.

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Open Carrels

Users who need privacy to study can use the Open Carrels. There are 19 open
carrels units provided to facilitate users reference.

Internet facilities and Wi-Fi

All computers in the library are provided with Internet facility. Users can access
online to a global website and use Microsoft Office software. In addition, the
library also provides access to wireless Internet or Wi-Fi to users who use
laptops or devices that are able to access the Wi-Fi signals. Users must obtain a
password from the Information Technology Unit, IKN before using Wi-Fi.

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 Printing

The library provides computer facilities to printout materials, articles, etc. Users
are charged as follows :
o A4 Paper (Black) Min RM 0.10/sheet
A4 Paper (Colour) Max RM 1.00/sheet
o A3 Paper (Black) Min RM 0.20/sheet
A3 Paper (Colour) Max RM 2.00/sheet

Photocopy Machines

Users can use photocopy machines available at the upper and lower levels of the
library. Users are reminded that photocopying of library materials is subject to the
Copyright Act 1987. Users are charged as follows :
o A4 Paper (Black) Min RM 0.10/sheet
A4 Paper (Colour) Max RM 1.00/sheet
o A3 Paper (Black) Min RM 0.20/sheet
A3 Paper (Colour) Max RM 2.00/sheet

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 Reading Area

The area located at the upper and lower levels of the library enables users to do
reference. Users are provided with a comfortable space for group discussions.

Lockers

Users can keep their personal items using the lockers provided near the library
main entrance. Locker Hiring needs a 50 cents coin for each time it is used.
Users are advised not to store valuable items in the lockers. The library will not
be responsible for any loss or damage to users personal items.
1. Computer Lab 1
a. May fit 50 persons at any one time
b. Equipped with computer software such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator,
Microsoft Office etc.

2. Audio Visual Equipment (LCD Projector, Multimedia Equipment)

a. Audio Visual equipments are available in the Lecture Hall, Lecture Room,
Computer Lab and Studio

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3. Technology Studio in collaboration with craft schools
a. Atex (Digital Print Master batik print on fabric)
b. 3D Modular (3D printing to create metal based product moulds)
c. Colour Testing Machine (to test colour retention and textile materials)
d. Laser Engraver & Router Machine (for wood carvings)
e. Manual Jacquard Loom (quick weaving based products)
f. AVL Loom Machine (produce weaving based products)
4. Language Laboratory
a. May fit 10 persons at any one time
b. Equipped with an English Language Learning Software.
5. Information Corner
a. May fit 10 persons at any one time
b. Equipped with an English Language Learning Software.
6. Application training services and consultancy pertaining to information
technology.
7. Wifi
a. The establishment of a wireless network at the National Craft Institute was
implemented in October 2009.
b. This necessity is a cheaper alternative for creating a computer network.
c. Created for the convenience of students to access the Internet for the purpose of
learning and interaction with instructors via email and others.
d. Facilitates the staff, especially in the hostel registration through access to
Campus Management System (CMS) and exposure to teaching technology to
the instructors and NCI students, it also helps in the process, and research and
development carried out at NCI.
e. The first phase of the establishment of a wireless network covers a number of
areas at the National Craft Institute. Access locations are in the Library, Cindai
Hall, DSantai Cafeteria and Undergraduate Hostel.
f. The second phase is expected to be implemented in 2010 that will cover the area
around the building of every Craft Arts Schools and Student Centre building.
8. Online Application
a. Online Application Registration
b. Campus Management System (CMS)
c. Student Portal
d. ILMU System
e. Alumni System
f. Student Mail
g. Wifi Access Application for Staff and Students
h. Subscribe to SMS Announcement
i. Complaint System
j. Interactive Frequently Asked Questions
k. Official Application to Visit NCI Online
l. Lecturer System

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 9. Surau
Programmes and activities at the surau that can hold 200 congregational
members.

10. Cafeteria (DSantai)

The Management provides cafeteria facilities that operate from 8.00 am to
5.00 pm for all personnel, students and visitors on working days only.

Transportation
There are 4 types of transportation provided at the National Craft Institute namely
buses, vans, cars and MPVs.
NCI Student Facilities
1. Cluster Insurance The NCI management provides Cluster Insurance For all
students throughout the duration of study.
2. Study Cost of Living Aids (Including Food and Accommodation Facilities
Provided) Cost of living aids totalling RM150 (Diploma Students) and RM120
(Certificate Students) per month provided to all students subject to terms and
conditions stipulated by the NCI.
3. Flight Ticket The Student Affairs Department (HEP) manages flight tickets for
students from Sabah and Sarawak once for the trip during registration and once
again for the return trip upon completion of study.

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 TELEPHONE
NO SUPERMARKET NAME ADDRESS OF SUPERMARKET NO.

No.1, Jalan Rawang, 48000, Rawang,

1 TESCO RAWANG Selangor, Selangor, Malaysia 03-6091 3296

TESCO EXTRA No. 1081 Jalan Ipoh, Mukim Batu 51200

2 SELAYANG Kuala Lumpur 03-6257 4053

Taman Selayang Utama, 68100 Selayang,

3 SELAYANG MALL Selangor 03-6138 1386

AEON RAWANG No. 1, Kompleks Beli-belah AEON Rawang

ANGGUN SHOPPING Anggun, Persiaran Anggun, Taman Anggun
4 CENTRE 48000 Rawang , Selangor Darul Ehsan. -

Wisma Yap Tieh (TAG) Lot 4674 & 4675,

NSK SUPERMARKET Selayang,Batu 8, Jalan Ipoh, Batu Caves, 016-665 8602
5 SELAYANG 68100 Selangor. (Supervisor)

PASARAYA BORONG 55A, Jln Setia Rawang 1, Taman Setia,

6 SAKAN SDN BHD 48000 Rawang, Selangor 03-6093 7339

BINTANG
SUPERMARKET No. 1, Jln Bintang, Pusat Bandar Rawang,
7 (RAWANG) SDN BHD 48000 Rawang, Selangor 03-6091 9517

NO ADDRESS

Stesen Minyak SHELL, KM20, Jalan Ipoh-Rawang, Taman Rekreasi Temper

1 (berhampiran IKN)

Stesen Minyak PETRONAS, Lot 1187, Batu 19 , Jalan Ipoh-Rawang

2 48000, Rawang, Selangor

Stesen Minyak PETRONAS, Lot 1253, Rawang Industrial Park

3 48000, Rawang, Selangor

Stesen Minyak PETRONAS, Lot 6209, Batu 8, Jalan Ipoh-Selayang

68100, Selangor
4 (berhampiran Pasar Borong Selayang)

BP Station Service, BHP Rawang, Batu 17, Jalan Ipoh

5 48000 Rawang, Selangor

Stesen Minyak PETRON, Jalan 2.2, Bandar Baru Selayang

6 68100 Selangor

Stesen Minyak PETRON, Jalan Ipoh-Selayang

68100, Selangor
7 (berhampiran NSK Selayang)

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 NO ADDRESS

Klinik Kesihatan Rawang, Jalan Bukit Kelab

1 48000, Rawang, Selangor

Klinik Kesihatan Selayang Baru, Jalan Sungai Tua,

2 68100, Batu Caves, Selangor

Hospital Selayang, Lebuhraya Selayang-Kepong

3 68100 Batu Caves, Selangor

Klinik Pergigian Rawang, Jalan Bukit Kelab

4 48000, Rawang, Selangor

Klinik Pergigian Selayang Baru, Jalan Sungai Tua

5 68100, Batu Caves, Selangor
Address
No.1,KM.20 Jalan Ipoh Rawang,
Taman Rekreasi Templer,
48000 Rawang,
Selangor Darul Ehsan
Tel: 03 60915322
Fax: 03 60926072
www.ikn.gov.my
Contact Us
No Staff

PUAN NOR HASIMAH ISMAIL

Service Management Unit
aishahhanid@kraftangan.gov.my
1 03-60915322

PUAN MASIDAYU MAT SALLEH

Academic Unit and Craft Skills
masidayu@kraftangan.gov.my
2 03-60915322 samb. 154

PUAN NOR AZLINDA BINTI AHMAD TAHIR

Student Affairs Unit
azlinda@kraftangan.gov.my
3 03-60915322 samb. 153

PUAN NOOR ASDALINA BT HASHIM

Information Management Unit Library
asdalina@kraftangan.gov.my
4 03-60915322 samb.144

PUAN NOR AINUN BINTI MD SOHOD

Information Management Unit Information Technology
norainun@kraftangan.gov.my
5 03-60915322 samb. 146

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Contact Us
Staff
No
CIK NUR AIN ISZHAL
Service Management Unit
nur.ain@kraftangan.gov.my
1 03-60915322

PUAN MASIDAYU MAT SALLEH

Academic Unit and Craft Skills
masidayu@kraftangan.gov.my
2 03-60915322 samb. 154

PUAN NOR AZLINDA BINTI AHMAD TAHIR

Student Affairs Unit
azlinda@kraftangan.gov.my
3 03-60915322 samb. 153

PUAN NOOR ASDALINA BT HASHIM

Information Management Unit Library
asdalina@kraftangan.gov.my
4 03-60915322 samb.144

PUAN NOR AINUN BINTI MD SOHOD

Information Management Unit Information Technology
norainun@kraftangan.gov.my
5 03-60915322 samb. 146

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