The PolyU Info Day, held on 12 October 2024, was a resounding success, with the Department of Building Environment and Energy Engineering (BEEE) actively providing prospective students with the latest information about its programs and curriculum.
The day's events kicked off with the Senior Management Tour in the morning. Acting Head of Department, Ir Professor Mui Kwok Wai Horace, along with BEEE academic and student ambassadors, warmly welcomed students, parents, and members of the public.
Info Day featured a variety of activities, including information seminars on Undergraduate (Ug) and Taught Postgraduate (TPg) programs, a consultation booth, and guided laboratory visits. These activities aimed to deepen visitors' understanding of BEEE programs and provide an immersive experience.
The consultation booth showcased the unique features of BEEE programs, highlighting innovative teaching and learning methods, student activities such as Work-Integrated Education (WIE) and exchange programs, as well as the state-of-the-art laboratory facilities.
Three information seminars provided prospective students, parents, and secondary school attendees with an in-depth understanding of the department, building sciences, and the BEEE program. Presentations emphasized the professionalism and promising career prospects associated with studying BEEE.
During the Ug information seminars, Deputy Undergraduate Programme Leader Dr Cheung Hiu Dan Hilda introduced the session, followed by guest speakers Ir Edward Chan and Ir Gary Chiang, both distinguished alumni awardees of PolyU BEEE in 2024 and 2023, respectively. They shared their experiences and perspectives, highlighting exciting career opportunities. Undergraduate Programme Leader Dr Cao Sunliang and Associate Head (Partnership) Ir Dr Wong Ling Tim presented souvenirs to the guest speakers, while admission arrangements were explained and questions from visitors—primarily secondary school students and parents—were addressed on the spot.
Ir Professor Lu Lin Vivien led the TPg information seminar, introducing the six Taught Postgraduate Programs. TPg program leaders, including Professor Du Yaping Patrick, Dr Hou Cynthia, and Dr Jiang Liming, participated to answer audience questions. Current master’s student Mr. Law Sing, a former BEEE undergraduate, shared insights about his university experience and career planning during the FCE thematic talk.
In addition to the seminars, guided tours of the BEEE laboratories were arranged, allowing the public to witness firsthand the advanced equipment used in the department.
BEEE extends its heartfelt gratitude to all colleagues, alumni, guests, and student ambassadors who participated in Info Day. The event successfully enhanced prospective students' understanding of the department and its academic programs. BEEE eagerly looks forward to welcoming these future students, confident that they will thrive in the dynamic field of building environment and energy engineering.
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