On March 29, 2023, Mr. Manapat Weeramongkolkul, an undergraduate student from the Information and Communication Engineering (ICE) Program, International School of Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, was one of the speakers at the 10th Asia-Pacific Forum for Sustainable Development (APFSD). The event was organized at the United Nations Conference Centre Bangkok, Thailand (UNCC – BKK).

As Chulalongkorn University’s representative at the “Future Generation: Multi-Stakeholder Roles for Strengthening Space Applications and Sustainable Development” event, Manapat gave a talk about the integration of machine learning and satellite data to create a forest fire solution for disaster risk management, his senior project topic with Ms. Supanida Suwankesawong, an undergraduate student from the Industrial Engineering Program, Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University. This project is under the Senior Project XD, a special program which allows for cross department collaboration among students from the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University. Under the supervision of Jing Tang, D.Eng. (International School of Engineering) and Assoc. Prof. Natt Leelawat, D.Eng. (Department of Industrial Engineering), the 2 students have been exploring data analysis approaches to develop a smart forest fire warning system, aiming to make it more accessible and useful for communities and organizations in Thailand.

 

“Sensor for All”
Thailand Air Quality Monitoring and Forecast

The reliable Thailand’s air quality information platform developed by Chula Engineering displays countrywide monitoring data from Thailand Pollution Control Department and validated sensors of Chula Engineering and partners.

This App features:
– Real-time, historical information, and forecast of PM2.5, PM10, and AQI of user’s nearest location
– 3-day forecast of PM2.5 (showed in AQI format) predicted by in-house AI model
– Air quality from our active sensors and partners’ sensors on Thailand map
– List of favorite sensors or provinces customized by users
– AQI in US and THAI standard
– English and Thai language

Download: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sensorforall.app2

 

 

 

 

 

Congratulations Mr. Kumpol Saengtabtim, a Ph.D. Student in Industrial Engineering Program, who received the Originality Award, from the Tokyo Tech Academy for Convergence of Materials and Informatics (TAC-MI) Intelligent Services: a Social Perspective Workshop 2022, December 8-9, 2022, at Tokyo Bay Makuhari Hall, Chiba, Japan.

TAC-MI Intelligent Services: a Social Perspective Workshop 2022 was organized by Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan, in order to allow the Ph.D. students to work together and share their ideas to propose new services solving the social problems by artificial intelligence.

Currently, Mr. Kumpol Saengtabtim is the 2nd year Ph.D. student with C2F scholarship under the supervision of Associate Professor Natt Leelawat, D.Eng. (Department of Industrial Engineering); and Jing Tang, D.Eng. (Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Engineering Program, International School of Engineering).

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Bangkok – 15 November 2022 – Dow Thailand Group and the Faculty of Engineering at Chulalongkorn University have signed an academic MOU to elevate the university’s curriculum through knowledge sharing from Dow experts; upskilling the chemical engineering curriculum to meet Thai industrial demand and allow students to compete in the global industrial sector.

Dow is a leading global Materials Science company, developing and producing a broad range of differentiated, science-based products and solutions such as plastics, industrial chemicals, coatings, and silicones for its customers in high-growth market segments, such as packaging, mobility (especially EV cars), infrastructure, and consumer applications. Dow has operated in the field for over 125 years, with 104 manufacturing sites in 31 countries and distributors in 150 countries.

As experts in Materials Science, Dow is increasingly involved in curriculum development strategies for students that help upskill them to meet the needs of the market. One role is providing experts to be special lecturers for the Engineering Practice branch of the Master’s program in Chemical Engineering at Chulalongkorn University. This collaboration integrates expertise into the course content, along with providing research that supports efficient Thai manufacturing. Through this cooperation, Dow is not only giving an opportunity to students to learn directly from industry experts, but also supports scholarships and presents openings for students to work at Dow after they graduate.

Decha Panichayapichet, Site Director, Dow Thailand Group, said, “Dow Thailand is currently the largest manufacturing base of Dow in Asia-Pacific. We have the knowledge and expertise to standardize our safety and environmental controls. Because our operations are internationally recognized, we are assured that we can pass on world-class knowledge and modern technology to young generations, Thai communities, and Thai scientists. This is the commitment Dow has made over decades. On this occasion, it is our pleasure to announce our cooperation with the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University to create skilled Thai chemical engineers before they enter the labor market; a new generation that will be an important force in developing our country on the path of sustainable progress.”

“This collaboration between the Faculty of Engineering and Dow Thailand Group is a good opportunity to encourage the quality of the engineering sector in Thailand now and into the future. I believe it is also a benefit for students to learn directly from the entrepreneur who is the world’s leader in Materials Science,” said Prof. Dr. Supot Teachavorasinskun, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at Chulalongkorn University. “We anticipate this collaboration will improve students’ holistic development, since they can learn from experiences that cannot be found in a regular classroom. This is a great opportunity for Dow to contribute to educational success and help ready graduates to be a qualified workforce for the future.”

To learn more, or to apply to the Chemical Engineering Practice courses, please click https://chem.eng.chula.ac.th/

The Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University led by Prof. Kasem Choocharukul, Ph.D., Associate Dean, along with Prof. Paisan Kittisupakorn, Ph.D., Associate Dean, Prof. Tawatchai Charinpanitkul, D.Eng., Associate Dean, Assoc. Prof. Sawekchai Tangaramvong, Ph.D., Assistant Dean, Assoc. Prof. Natt Leelawat, D.Eng., Assistant Dean, Mrs. Sanguan Purahong, Administrative Director, and personnel of the Faculty of Engineering organized corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities of providing sports equipment and school supplies, and installing PM2.5 air quality sensors under the ‘Sensor for All’ project for the 4th year in Phuket and Phang Nga provinces. The objective was to encourage the personnel to participate in CSR activities to reduce pollution, preserve the environment and help society sustainably. It was also to promote the development of innovation for society and build a network of ‘Sensor for All’ cooperation as well as build strong relationships between agencies and organizations in the future. The activities were divided into two times as follows:

1St Time on July 7, 2022

• The Faculty of Engineering provided and installed a PM2.5 air quality sensor under the ‘Sensor for All’ project for the 4th year at Phang Nga Provincial Government Center, welcomed and received by Mr. Chamroen Thiphayapongthada, Governor of Phang Nga Province, and Mr. Thalerngsak Nuchthup, Deputy Governor of Phang Nga Province. 

• The Faculty of Engineering provided and installed a PM2.5 air quality sensor under the ‘Sensor for All’ project for the 4th year at Wang Mo Kaeng Community Police Station, Phang Nga Province.

• The Faculty of Engineering provided and installed a PM2.5 air quality sensor under the ‘Sensor for All’ project for the 4th year at Ban Tai Chang Municipal School, Phang Nga Province, welcomed and received by Mrs. Suparat Saithong, Director of Ban Tai Chang Municipal School.

• Faculty of Engineering provided sports equipment and school supplies for Koh Panyee School, Phang Nga Province, welcomed and received by Mrs. Panarat Sureephan, Acting Director of Koh Panyee School, and Mr. Paisan Wareesri, former Director of Koh Panyee School.

• Crab Releasing Activity at the Marine Life Conservation Center, Koh Panyee, Phang Nga Province

2nd Time on July 22, 2022

• The Faculty of Engineering provided and installed a PM2.5 air quality sensor under the ‘Sensor for All’ project for the 4th year at Phuket Town Hall, welcomed and received by Mr. Narong Wuxiu, Governor of Phuket Province, Ms. Kanathip Sukcharoen, Head of Phuket Provincial Office and Ms. Kornthichat Wattanaphan, President of Chulalongkorn University Alumni Association, Phuket Province.

• The Faculty of Engineering provided sports equipment and school supplies, and installed a PM2.5 air quality under the ‘Sensor for All’ project for the 4th year at Koh Sirey School, Phuket Province, welcomed and received by Mrs. Paopan Wongthai, Director of Koh Sirey School.

• Faculty of Engineering provided sports equipment and school supplies for Ban Ao Nam Bo School, Phuket Province welcomed and received by Mr. Jaruwat Wikromtheeranan, Director of Ban Ao Nam Bo School.

• The Faculty of Engineering provided and installed a PM2.5 air quality sensor under the ‘Sensor for All’ project for the 4th year at Koh Panyee School, Phang Nga Province, welcomed and received by Mrs. Panarat Sureephan, Acting Director of Koh Panyee School.

The corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities organized by the Faculty of Engineering were aimed at promoting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly for Goal 3: To ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages, Goal 4: To ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all, and Goal 11: To make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.

In this regard, the Faculty of Engineering asked for the opinions of people in the community regarding
the corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities, which can be concluded as follows:

For the installation of PM2.5 air quality sensors at the 7 places, the community members realized its benefits of providing information for the development or solution to air quality problems. It was to promote the quality of life for everyone in the community to be better.

Since the environment at present has changed and caused marine resources to deteriorate dramatically and rapidly, crabs in the sea are less propagating due to the unfavorable environment. Releasing crabs into the sea will help increase their number and restore the marine ecosystem. Therefore, the Faculty of Engineering organized the activity of releasing crabs into the sea at the Marine Life Conservation Center, Koh Panyee, Phang Nga Province, for people to have crabs for consumption and monetization, and for the personnel of the faculty to gain knowledge and realize the importance of marine resources. 

The personnel and students of the 4 schools were greatly impressed with the activity of providing school supplies and sports equipment because it can benefit their teaching and learning. The students saw the value of exercise, encouraging the development of their academic and sports skills. Furthermore, they also gain knowledge and understanding of pollution and PM2.5.

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During 19^th to 21^st September 2022, Associate Professor Dr. Sanpetch Chuenithipaisal, Associate Dean for Student Affairs together with 2^nd year students of the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University joined the corporate social responsibility activity to build shelters and facilities for elderly people. The group also joined other activities with local habitants at Kok Nong-Na model located at Wat Nong Plab, Tambol Nongkop, Ampher Nong-saeng, Saraburi Province.

On September 9^th, 2022, the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University together with the Chulalongkorn University radio station organized the Final Pitching of the Environmental Initiative Contest under the Envi Mission project: the 3^rd year environmental protection mission under theme “Make It Balance : the stability among food water energy” at the Music Hall, Art and Culture Building, Chulalongkorn University. The goal of this activity was to install the concept of environmental conservation to high school students across the country and to encourage students to apply their knowledge and experiences gained from participating in the project to resolve problems in their own communities through the project work started since March 2022. This year, there were in total 201 teams from secondary schools across the country. Each team consisted of 3 students and 1-2 mentors. Thirty teams who passed the preliminary round attended a workshop at the Learning Network Center for the Region, remote campus of Chulalongkorn University, Saraburi Province for 3 days and 2 nights.  After that, 10 selected teams joined the activities in order to uplifting their important skills prior to the final round.

The semi-final 10 teams presented their own projects illustrating initiation in environment issues and answered questions from the committees within 10 minutes. The final results are as follows:

The winning prize was “Liquid” from Wisuttarangsee School, Kanchanaburi province. The team presented idea to convert remaining part of sugarcane after juice pressing into a clean energy, reducing pollution and increasing income for local habitants. The winning team received a prize of 30,000 baht.

The first runner-up was “Success” from Hat Yai Wittayalai 2^th School, Songkhla Province. The team presented project to create food for Snapper fish, using black solider fly to reduce occurrence of waste water in Songkhla Lake Basin. The first runner-up winning team received a prize of 20,000 baht.

The second runner-up was “The T.W. Energy” from Trakul Pratueng Wittayakom school, Yasothon province. The team presented idea of using resin as an alternative energy in agricultural engines. The second runner-up winning team received a prize of 10,000 baht.

Two consolation prizes were: “Wang Chula” from Uttaradit School, Uttaradit province and “Exynos Tiger” from Chulabhorn Rajawittayalai Science School, Pathum Thani Province. Wang Chula presented the idea to manage water resources to meet consumption standard and Exynos Tiger presented the innovation concept of rice growing applying SRI.  Both teams received a prize of 5,000 baht.

After the competition, Professor Dr. Pisut Pianmonkul , Secretary of the Minister of Energy congratulated to all winners  and concluded the project, with the following emphasis: “We have seen the ideas and potential of young people to drive forwardly the initiation in environmental management. In particular, natural resource issues are diversified and involve many stakeholders. Therefore, the management of natural resources is complicated and cannot be considered only from one single dimension. Once the use or management of one natural resource occurs, it will affect other natural resources in particular, food, water, and energy resources. This leads to the concept of linkage of these three things which is the main theme of this year’s project. Today, all 10 teams have demonstrated their best potential. However, solving environmental problems cannot be accomplished by just a person, but the responsibility must be from all of us. Therefore, the initiation project in environmental management of 10 teams and also other 191 teams that were not qualified in semi-final are all important. After the end of project, we hope that new younger generation joining this activity will continue to develop and realize the team’s ideas into the real implementation, being part of promoting and developing the national environment to jointly achieve inclusive growth in Thailand”.

Bachelor of Survey Engineering is accredited by Thailand Accreditation Board of Engineering Education (TABEE), Council of Engineers Thailand. This is the first survey engineering program qualifying for the TABEE in Thailand.

หลักสูตรวิศวกรรมศาสตรบัณฑิต สาขาวิชาวิศวกรรมสำรวจได้รับรองมาตรฐานคุณภาพการศึกษาของ TABEE จากสภาวิศวกร ทั้งนี้ นับเป็นหลักสูตรแรกทางด้านวิศวกรรมสำรวจที่ได้รับการรับรองคุณภาพมาตรฐาน TABEE ในประเทศไทย