A Friendly Visit by a Neighboring Student Branch

On Wednesday, 30th September 2009; a group of students from the ASHRAE-UM Student Branch, University Malaya visited the Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning and Refrigerating (HVACR) Department of Universiti Kuala Lumpur Malaysia France Institute.

The purposes of the visit were to allow both students branch members the opportunity to exchange information, thus, building and strengthen the network between both branches for future collaboration.

Upon arrival, they were greeted by the HVACR Department Section Head and lecturers, Mr Ng Wen Bin, Mr Zakaria Jusoh and Mr Azli Mohsin, with the presence of ASHRAE-UniKL MFI Student Branch members. A brief presentation on UniKL MFI was carried out by Mr Ng, followed by Mr Zakaria.

After quick refreshments, they were divided into 2 groups, and each group were headed by representatives from ASHRAE-UniKL MFI Student Branch before taken for a tour around the campus. The tour includes visits to the HVACR workshops. There, students were briefed on the functions of each workshop by other representatives, each specialized in their own field of work.

Overall, it was an excellent exposure for these students especially those interested to venture in the HVACR industry. By attending this visit, students were able gain in-depth knowledge and information on UniKL MFI HVACR Department and courses that it offers. At the end of the tour, souvenirs were given to students and photo session was held before the visit ends. The visit is the first collaboration between ASHRAE–UniKL MFI Student Branch with the ASHRAE-UM Student Branch, since its official establishment in June 2008.