BINTULU – A group of 18 diploma students in Agricultural Technology Engineering from Universiti Putra Malaysia took part in an academic visit to the Public Works Department Malaysia (JKR) Bintulu Division, gaining hands-on exposure to engineering surveying as part of their studies.
The visit was led by Wan Nor Zanariah Zainol Abdullah, adjunct lecturer and coordinator of the Engineering Surveying course at the Department of Science and Engineering, Faculty of Humanities, Management and Science at Universiti Putra Malaysia.
During the programme, students joined several activities designed to connect classroom learning with field practice. These included a briefing on the role of engineering surveying in infrastructure development, sharing sessions with officers from the Public Works Department Malaysia, and demonstrations of surveying equipment used in real engineering projects.
The visit gave students a closer look at how surveying supports planning and implementation in infrastructure work. Through direct interaction with professionals, they learned how precision and technical skills influence the success of development projects.
Officials from the Public Works Department Malaysia Bintulu Division said academic visits like this strengthen cooperation between government agencies and higher education institutions. Such programmes help prepare students with both academic knowledge and practical experience.
Engineering surveying remains an essential component in infrastructure development, supporting projects such as roads, bridges, and public facilities. The exposure gained during the visit helps students build a clearer understanding of industry practices and future career pathways.
The programme also reflects the commitment of Universiti Putra Malaysia to produce graduates ready for the professional environment, while highlighting the role of the Public Works Department Malaysia Sarawak in supporting education and knowledge sharing.
The visit concluded with students expressing appreciation for the opportunity to learn directly from industry practitioners, describing the experience as valuable preparation for their future careers in engineering and related fields.
