On 15 April 2015, there was an Industry Visit to Keysight Technologies Malaysia Sdn. Bhd (https://www.keysight.com). (Electronic Measuring Company). 34 mechanical degree and 5 manufacturing degree undergraduate students under the guidance of Dr. Yen Kin Sam were given a one-day factory tour and scheduling workshop about the mechanical lab. The event was part of the joint initiatives by the School of Mechanical Engineering and the respective industries to provide critical earlier exposure to students in high value-added manufacturing technologies and systems.

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In the workshop, students were introduced to some general knowledge regarding HTC and Mechanical Lab by Keysight Technologies Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.’s Engineering Department Representative. Sharing of experience and introduction were given by HR Manager, Miss Cheah Kar In. The tour ended by 5.30pm.