The aim of this two-hour talk is to expose the participants to Mendeley and MS Word Template.dotx.  
The first part will be a short introduction on Mendeley which a free-academic system that enables user to organise and 
manage references (research/citation) using a desktop client or through account on Mendeley web. Mendeley also includes 
plug-in for Word so user can easily create citations and/or bibliographies. 
Second part will expose the idea of using Template.dotx for thesis/report formatting and explore the foundation of using MS 
Word for large document i.e. thesis/report. This can be achieved by applying the fundamentals of formatting and styling of 
a thesis/report available in MS Word using MZJ Formatting Method. 
As a result, participants will be able to dedicate their focus to the expansion and organization of their ideas during the 
thesis/report writing process, unburdened by concerns about the adjustment of figure, table, equation, citation, cross
reference numbering and table of contents. This ultimately allows for the swift and efficient creation of the entire 
thesis/report. 

Biography:

Dr. Nawawi holds the esteemed position of Associate Professor at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering (FKE) within UiTM. 
His academic journey has been characterized by remarkable achievements and dedication to the field. 
He initiated his academic path by attaining a first-class honors degree in Electrical Engineering from UiTM in 2001, 
establishing a strong foundation in the field. Dr. Nawawi then embarked on a quest for knowledge by pursuing a Master's 
degree in Power Electronics and Drives, a journey that took him to both The University of Birmingham and The University 
of Nottingham. His relentless pursuit of academic excellence culminated in the successful completion of his doctoral degree 
in Electrical, Electronic & Computer Engineering in 2008, awarded by The University of Birmingham, UK. 
Dr. Nawawi's commitment to UiTM extends beyond the classroom as he has contributed significantly to the institution 
through various administrative roles. Notably, he has served as the Dean of IPSis (Institute of Graduate Studies, UiTM), 
Deputy Dean of IPSis, Head of Graduate Studies at IPSis, and Head of the Centre for Postgraduate Studies within FKE. 
In addition to his administrative and academic responsibilities, Dr. Nawawi has also shared his expertise with the academic 
community. He has conducted numerous workshops focused on Thesis Formatting and Reference Management Tools in 
collaboration with IPSis and the Faculty. 
Furthermore, Dr. Nawawi is an active member of the IEEE Professional association since 2003, and his research endeavors 
have revolved around the realm of Power Electronic High-Frequency Converters. 
Dr. Nawawi's rich academic journey, numerous accolades, and contributions to the academic community exemplify his 
dedication and passion for the field of electrical engineering and his commitment to enhancing the educational experience 
at UiTM.