Proton donates 8 engine units to TVET institutions, supporting hands-on training

KUALA LUMPUR: Proton is committed to nurturing the next generation of skilled talent in Malaysia. In its recent endeavours, the national automaker has donated 8 advanced engine units to selected Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions and higher learning centres over the past month, helping students gain better exposure to modern automotive technologies.

The list of recipients includes -

• Industrial Training Institute (ILP) Marang in Terengganu
• Vocational College Arau in Perlis
• Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)
• Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA)
• DRB-HICOM University
• PROTON Institute (ADTEC) Melaka

The availability of actual production-based engine units instead of conventional training mock-ups will provide students with hands-on learning opportunities using real automotive technology. It will help them understand the complexities of modern vehicle engineering and bridge the gap between classroom learning and industrial practice.

The donated engine units will be utilised as teaching aids for a wide range of technical applications, including -

• Engine assembly and disassembly
• Diagnostics
• ECU familiarisation
• Component analysis
• Practical maintenance exercises

“Playing an active role in developing a skilled workforce is one of PROTON’s key commitments towards growing Malaysia’s automotive industry. It is a responsibility the company has carried since its establishment in 1983, and one that is becoming increasingly important as demand grows from OEMs and component suppliers in support of Malaysia’s ambition to become a regional automotive hub,” said Dato’ Ir. Abdul Rashid Musa, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, PROTON.

Bigger purpose of the collaboration 

More than just equipment support, this collaboration creates opportunities for institutions to engage more closely with the automotive industry while enhancing the quality of technical education offered to students. The automaker, on the other hand, benefits from nurturing next-gen talent familiar with the sector's advanced technologies and standards.

“By distributing our engines to universities and technical training institutions, PROTON is investing in the future of the industry while helping create a talent pool with direct exposure to advanced automotive technologies and engineering practices. Moving forward, we also intend to expand this initiative to include EV-related components as part of our ongoing efforts to enhance the capabilities of the local workforce,” he added.

By investing in education and the development of technical capabilities, Proton helps prepare young Malaysians for the future, ensuring the country remains competitive in the automotive industry.

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