A team of Civil Engineering students from the Lee Kong Chian Faculty of Engineering and Science (LKC FES) of UTAR achieved remarkable success at the IEM-ICP Pile Predictions Competition 2024, organised by the Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM) under the Geotechnical Engineering Technical Division.
The competition, themed Anchoring the Present, Building the Future, saw the team secure the Third Prize and a Special Prize for the nearest estimation of the bearing capacity of a pile.
The competition comprised two stages, namely Stage 1, the submission of a technical report on 30 September 2024, and Stage 2, the final presentation held on 23 November 2024 at the Wisma IEM Auditorium, Prof Chin Fung Kee.
In Stage 1, participants were tasked with estimating the pile capacity based on a real-life construction project, requiring a detailed analysis of soil properties and the application of geotechnical engineering principles. The UTAR team, comprising Heng Zi Xian, Jeron Chia Yong Xian, Song Ying Xuan, and Sim Jia Xuit, impressed the judges with their innovative solutions and exceptional problem-solving abilities.
The team was guided by their mentor and academic advisor Assoc Prof Ir Dr Lim Jee Hock, and Ir Make Chee Fong. Their success was a reflection of their teamwork, dedication, and technical acumen. The awards were presented by Ir Dr Gue Chang Chin during the ceremony on 23 November 2024.
Reflecting on their achievement, the team shared, “We joined this competition to challenge ourselves and apply our knowledge to real-world engineering scenarios. Winning both the Third Prize and the Special Prize is an incredible validation of our hard work. This achievement reflects the practical learning, teamwork, and guidance we have received at UTAR, where the supportive environment and mentorship from lecturers have been instrumental in shaping our success. We are proud to represent UTAR and grateful for the platform to showcase our skills.”
The IEM-ICP Pile Predictions Competition 2024 aimed to evaluate students’ ability to estimate pile capacity and showcase their understanding of pile design principles. The competition also highlighted the importance of innovation in overcoming challenges in pile design. This aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 9, which focuses on industry, innovation, and infrastructure.
From left: Chia, Sim, Ir Dr Gue, Ir Make, Heng and Song during the award presentation ceremony
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