- MoU includes training and certification in engineering &, e-entrepreneurship
- Tech Club aims to provide 5, 000 individuals with technical skills, industry expertise
The Malaysia Digital Premier Digital Tech Institutions ( MD PDTI ) Tech Club is a member of the Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation ( APU) and has received the honor of being a member of the AI Club. This medal was formalised during the formal launch of the MD PDTI Tech Club action, held on 27 June 2024 at Bangsar South, Kuala Lumpur.
The event was attended by MD PDTI Tech Club leaders, officials, and staff. The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation ( MDEC ) and the MOHE signed a MoU at the same time.  ,
The MoU was signed by MOHE deputy secretary-general ( Policy ), Megat Sany Megat Ahmad Supian, in the presence of MOHE secretary-general Dr Zaini Ujang and Digital Ministry secretary-general Fabian Bigar.
This MoU encompasses a range of training programmes and courses, including mentoring and coaching, specialized training and accreditation, knowledge sharing, exploring new technology opportunities, online freelancing, world offshoring talent initiatives, and e-entrepreneur programmes.
The PDTI Tech Club aims to give 5, 000 individuals with realistic knowledge, cutting-edge engineering expertise, and the opportunity to learn from business professionals. As a member of the PDTI Tech Club, the APU AIC will have access to teams, competitions, it job days, coaching programmes, field trips, host speaker sessions, and apprenticeship and employment opportunities organised or facilitated through MDEC’s initiatives.
The APU AIC works closely with team officials Dr. Muhammad Ehsan Rana, Kamalanathan Shanmugam, and Dr. Vazeerudeen Hameed to create a group of individuals who are passionate about machine learning and AI. The membership provides a system for students to learn, work, and observe the vast potential of AI.
The Research &, Development head of APU AIC, Terence Lim Dao Liang, a Bachelor of Computer Science ( Hons ) Intelligent Systems student, together with the vice president of the club, Tay Jun Long, who is also pursuing the same degree, attended the event with their club advisor, associate professor Dr Muhammad Ehsan Rana, and Dr Vazeerudeen Hameed.
Delighted with this reputation, Dr Ehsan remarked,” Being recognised as a Premier Digital Tech Club is a testament to our commitment to excellence in AI and systems. In the digital age, this platform does give our students unmatched opportunities to learn, develop, and lead.