Swinburne students explore sustainable engineering and architecture in Malaysia

Swinburne students on the engineering study tour in Malaysia

Students investigated the application of sustainable engineering design principles across various industries in Malaysia, considering how environmental sustainability and low carbon footprint principles could be incorporated into engineering design, manufacturing and construction.

“While abroad, I and other Swinburne Engineering students from various fields and diverse backgrounds witnessed first-hand how global companies consider sustainable engineering. We were also lucky enough to gain practical industry experience in a foreign country,” said engineering student Liam Haysom.  

Sustainability in engineering and design

In Kuala Lumpur and Penang, the students visited leading engineering and manufacturing companies, including Opus International (M) Berhad, Bufori Motor Car Company, SCI – a Sanmina company, ESCATECT, ViTrox Technologies, and Plexus Manufacturing.

In Kuching, students visited the Sarawak Metro, studying the new transport system that runs solely on hydrogen. Visits to iconic and colonial architectural sites, including to the Sarawak Cultural Village and Penang Hill, further enriched their experience.

Students investigated the country’s successes and challenges as it reduces carbon emissions, as well as the impact of this mission on manufacturing and design trends, leaving with new skills and perspectives.

“I’m so glad I had the opportunity to visit while completing a unit of study. The government grant provided opportunities and learning experiences that I wouldn’t have had otherwise. This trip truly opened my eyes to how advanced and diverse Malaysia’s infrastructure is,” said Swinburne student Jack Schofield.

The tour was sponsored by Heriot-Watt University and the Australian Government’s New Colombo Plan.

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