On 21 July 2025, engineering students from SEGi University embarked on an immersive industrial visit to Daikin Malaysia, a global leader in sustainable HVAC innovation. The visit offered students from the Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Mechatronic Engineering programmes a rare opportunity to witness real-world applications of classroom theory in a high-tech, energy-efficient manufacturing environment.
Designed to enhance academic learning with industry exposure, the visit underscored the role of engineering education in solving global environmental challenges. With buildings accounting for nearly 40% of global energy use and over one-third of greenhouse gas emissions, the need for next-generation engineers to drive low-carbon, high-efficiency solutions has never been greater. Engaging with real-world processes in smart factories like Daikin’s is not just a learning experience — it’s a catalyst for creating sustainable, future-ready graduates.
Students were guided through each stage of Daikin’s production line, from mechanical component assembly to electronics integration and system testing. For mechanical engineering students, seeing the design and assembly of compressors and heat exchangers brought theoretical mechanics to life. Meanwhile, students in electrical and electronics engineering explored control systems, wiring, and automation — including the use of PLCs and IoT technologies — essential for optimising energy efficiency and operational reliability.
For those in mechatronic engineering, the factory’s advanced robotics and real-time system integration demonstrated the interdisciplinary nature of modern innovation. Daikin’s use of smart automation illustrated how mechanical, electrical, and software systems converge to produce efficient, low-impact products — a vital step toward achieving climate action targets outlined in the Paris Agreement.
Beyond technical exposure, students engaged with Daikin’s engineers and technicians, gaining insights into sustainable design, safety protocols, and the company’s continuous improvement culture. These conversations sparked discussions around real-world challenges such as product lifecycle design, carbon footprint reduction, and innovation in green manufacturing — core themes in both global industry and engineering education today.
This visit reflects SEGi’s commitment to aligning academic excellence with the needs of a rapidly evolving world. As future engineers, students are being prepared not only to enter the workforce but to lead sustainable transformations across industries. The experience also instilled a deeper understanding of how engineering intersects with environmental stewardship, infrastructure development, and responsible innovation — key pillars of the global 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.
This event is organised in support of the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG):
SDG 4 – Quality Education
SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
SDG 13 – Climate Action