（本报美里21日讯）科廷大学（Curtin Malaysia）土木与建筑工程系学生日前前往“美里河防洪计划（第一期）”项目现场参访，亲身了解防洪及先进河岸稳定工程的实际运作。这项基础建设计划旨在加固河岸结构，降低美里地区的水灾风险。
这次实地参访是该校与美里排水与灌溉局（DID Miri）持续合作的一部分，参与的学生分别修读“岩土设计与施工”及“施工机械与设备”课程，在此次活动中获得了宝贵的现场工程经验。
学生团队由科廷大学马来西亚分校土木与建筑工程系副教授及讲师带领，并由美里排灌局土木工程师接待与讲解。他们参观项目现场，了解包括钢板桩墙与钢筋混凝土桩在内的重要防洪措施，这些工程旨在防止河岸侵蚀并保护周边社区的安全。
在整个参访过程中，学生们观摩了施工机械操作，现场见证焊接与打桩技术，同时深入了解施工团队所面临的工程挑战。美里排灌局土木工程师也为学生提供专业讲解，说明该项目在技术上的要求、岩土工程的精准性，以及现代施工设备在确保长期稳定性中的关键角色。
此次参访突显了科廷大学马来西亚分校在产学融合学习与社区合作上的重视。通过与如美里排灌局等机构的紧密合作，该校持续培养不仅技术能力强，同时也具备可持续发展与社会责任意识的未来工程师，为砂拉越乃至更广泛地区的发展作出贡献。
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Curtin Malaysia students gain field experience in flood mitigation
and advanced riverbank stabilisation works
Miri, Sarawak – 17 May 2025 – Future civil engineers from Curtin University Malaysia
(Curtin Malaysia) 科廷大学got an up-close look at major flood mitigation efforts in action
during a
recent field visit to the Miri River Flood Mitigation Project (Phase 1), a critical
infrastructure
initiative aimed at strengthening the riverbanks and reducing flood risks in Miri.
The visit, part of Curtin Malaysia’s ongoing collaboration with the Drainage and Irrigation
Department (DID) Miri, gave students from its Geotechnical Design and Construction and
Construction Plant and Equipment courses invaluable exposure to real-world engineering
practices.
Led by Associate Professor Wong Kwong Soon and lecturer Praveena Munianday of Curtin
Malaysia’s Department of Civil and Construction Engineering, the group was hosted by civil
engineer Pettruss Gudam Anak Ambun from DID Miri. They toured the project site where
key flood control measures, including sheet pile walls and reinforced concrete piles, are
being implemented to prevent riverbank erosion and safeguard surrounding communities.
Throughout the visit, students observed construction machinery in action, witnessed welding
and piling techniques, and learned about the engineering challenges faced by on-site teams.
Pettruss provided expert insights into the project's technical requirements, the importance
of
geotechnical precision, and the role of modern construction equipment in ensuring long-term
stability.
“Nothing compares to seeing what we learn in the classroom applied in the field,” said
Associate Professor Wong. “These experiences prepare our students to navigate the
complexities of real infrastructure projects and appreciate the importance of safety,
teamwork, and innovation.”
Echoing Associate Professor Wong’s sentiments, Praveena said that such site visits
deepen students' understanding and confidence. “This is how we build job-ready graduates,
by immersing them in the realities of civil engineering work.”
The visit highlights Curtin Malaysia’s strong focus on industry-integrated learning and
community-focused partnerships. By working closely with organisations like DID Miri, Curtin
Malaysia continues to nurture future engineers who are not only technically proficient but
also committed to sustainable and resilient development in Sarawak and beyond.
这次实地参访是该校与美里排水与灌溉局（DID Miri）持续合作的一部分，参与的学生分别修读“岩土设计与施工”及“施工机械与设备”课程，在此次活动中获得了宝贵的现场工程经验。
学生团队由科廷大学马来西亚分校土木与建筑工程系副教授及讲师带领，并由美里排灌局土木工程师接待与讲解。他们参观项目现场，了解包括钢板桩墙与钢筋混凝土桩在内的重要防洪措施，这些工程旨在防止河岸侵蚀并保护周边社区的安全。
在整个参访过程中，学生们观摩了施工机械操作，现场见证焊接与打桩技术，同时深入了解施工团队所面临的工程挑战。美里排灌局土木工程师也为学生提供专业讲解，说明该项目在技术上的要求、岩土工程的精准性，以及现代施工设备在确保长期稳定性中的关键角色。
此次参访突显了科廷大学马来西亚分校在产学融合学习与社区合作上的重视。通过与如美里排灌局等机构的紧密合作，该校持续培养不仅技术能力强，同时也具备可持续发展与社会责任意识的未来工程师，为砂拉越乃至更广泛地区的发展作出贡献。
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Curtin Malaysia students gain field experience in flood mitigation
and advanced riverbank stabilisation works
Miri, Sarawak – 17 May 2025 – Future civil engineers from Curtin University Malaysia
(Curtin Malaysia) 科廷大学got an up-close look at major flood mitigation efforts in action
during a
recent field visit to the Miri River Flood Mitigation Project (Phase 1), a critical
infrastructure
initiative aimed at strengthening the riverbanks and reducing flood risks in Miri.
The visit, part of Curtin Malaysia’s ongoing collaboration with the Drainage and Irrigation
Department (DID) Miri, gave students from its Geotechnical Design and Construction and
Construction Plant and Equipment courses invaluable exposure to real-world engineering
practices.
Led by Associate Professor Wong Kwong Soon and lecturer Praveena Munianday of Curtin
Malaysia’s Department of Civil and Construction Engineering, the group was hosted by civil
engineer Pettruss Gudam Anak Ambun from DID Miri. They toured the project site where
key flood control measures, including sheet pile walls and reinforced concrete piles, are
being implemented to prevent riverbank erosion and safeguard surrounding communities.
Throughout the visit, students observed construction machinery in action, witnessed welding
and piling techniques, and learned about the engineering challenges faced by on-site teams.
Pettruss provided expert insights into the project's technical requirements, the importance
of
geotechnical precision, and the role of modern construction equipment in ensuring long-term
stability.
“Nothing compares to seeing what we learn in the classroom applied in the field,” said
Associate Professor Wong. “These experiences prepare our students to navigate the
complexities of real infrastructure projects and appreciate the importance of safety,
teamwork, and innovation.”
Echoing Associate Professor Wong’s sentiments, Praveena said that such site visits
deepen students' understanding and confidence. “This is how we build job-ready graduates,
by immersing them in the realities of civil engineering work.”
The visit highlights Curtin Malaysia’s strong focus on industry-integrated learning and
community-focused partnerships. By working closely with organisations like DID Miri, Curtin
Malaysia continues to nurture future engineers who are not only technically proficient but
also committed to sustainable and resilient development in Sarawak and beyond.