Testimonial Category: Alumni

EDUCATION

• Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Australia (2015-2018)
10/2018: Obtained PhD degree on Mechanical Systems & Asset Management.
• Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), Thailand (2007-2008)
12/2008: Obtained Master Degree of Engineering (M.Eng) on Industrial Engineering and Management.
• Ho Chi Minh City – University of Technology, Vietnam (2000-2005).
10/2005: Obtained Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) on Aeronautical Engineering from Excellent Engineers Program (P.F.I.E.V – Programme de Formation d’Ingenieurs Excellents au Vietnam).

CURRENT JOB

• Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Australia (08/2018 – now)
• Work as research associate (postdoc) at School of Mechanical, Medical & Process Engineering – Faculty of Engineering.
• Be a member/investigator of research projects:
o Australian Solar Thermal Research Institute (ASTRI) – Project 5.4: Operations and Maintenance (O&M).
o Pilot project with Origin: Origin Renewal Decision Support for Eraring Boiler Waterwall.
o Pilot project with Queensland Rail (QR): Asset Life Cycle Management model for track linear assets.
• Project with Wilmar Sugar: Condition-based maintenance optimization for Australian sugar industry

EXPERIENCE FROM AIT

The master program in ISE of AIT trained and provided me all initial knowledge on Industrial Engineering that has been my expertise in research career. Before attending the ISE’s master program, I had no background on IE, but within only 2 years studying in AIT, I obtained all foundation for this field to work as an IE engineer or to follow academia career. Moreover, the research orientation of AIT’s master program also gave me the valued opportunity for research practice. These experiences have helped me a lot for PhD studying process in QUT later.

MESSAGE TO ISE STUDENTS

If you want to learn and dedicate your future career to industrial real world, ISE program is an excellent choice to achieve your goal.

Period of study at AIT

• MSc: August 2010 – May 2012
• Ph.D.: January 2015 – May 2019

Current Job:

Senior Lecturer, Department of Electrical and Electronics Technology,
University of Vocational Technology, Sri Lanka

How does my experience at AIT benefit my current job?

In the field of Mechatronics, I received both my MSc and Ph.D. from ISE-AIT. During my studies at ISE-AIT, it was possible for me to be equipped with the most up-to-date technology and subject matter, which is very useful in my present position at the University. My education was revolutionized as a result of the knowledge and experience I obtained there. I am currently employed as a Senior Lecturer at the University of Vocational Technology in Sri Lanka. The knowledge and experience gained from this program always help me to fulfill my duties and responsibilities as a university lecturer.

Message for current and prospective students

I am fortunate to be a graduate of a world-renowned Institution. AIT-ISE students have the privilege of working with lecturers with world-class research experience. AIT-ISE offers up-to-date educational programs tailored to modern essentials. I sincerely invite you all to join AIT-ISE to make your life as successful as my life as an AIT-ISE student

Period of study at AIT:

• Eng. : August 2008 – May 2010
• Eng. : August 2010 – December 2015

Current job:

• Monk

How does my experience at AIT benefit my current job:

I have obtained both my M.Eng. (Microelectronics) and D.Eng. (Microelectronics and Embedded Systems) from MES at AIT. During my study, I had a good opportunity to learn on various interesting subjects related to the areas of Microelectronics and Embedded Systems from several academic faculty, external researchers, and industrial experts. I had gained hands-on experience from modern facilities and advanced laboratory provided by the department. With the collaboration between AIT and external partner institutions, I also had a chance to participate with overseas internship programs in which allowing me to experience and join with the top leading research group throughout my academic program. My experience at AIT during my study benefits me for both personal development with friendly environment and my early professional career throughout the excellent academic program. At present, I am not involving in the area of my study at AIT for my current job.

Message for current and prospective students:

Being a graduate of the MES program of AIT, the students will have an opportunity to join with local research institution and collaborating universities overseas throughout internship and academic exchange programs. The students will be provided with up-to-date academic curriculum with hands-on experiment experience for laboratory sessions. The program provides excellent academic coursework meeting to the need of industry requirements. The infrastructure and facilities inside the campus allow the students to enjoy their living, including cafeterias, library, gym, and swimming pool. The current and prospective students will have a great opportunity to explore their life throughout academic study with international friendly environment while studying at AIT.

Period of study at AIT:

M.Eng  August 2010 – May 2012

Current Job:

Lecture, International School of Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand.

How does your experience at AIT benefit your current job?

I received my Master’s degree in nanotechnology from Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) in 2012. My work was to develop an integrated optical characterisation bench for microfluidics sensing application. My research interest has been focused on optical sensing device since then. Studying at AIT gave me a strong academic foundation of research work I am currently doing. I gained a lot of knowledge and research skills when I was a student at AIT under supervision of Prof. Joydeep Dutta and Dr. Waleed S. Mohammed. I am still using everything I learnt at that time for my current job as a lecturer.​

M​essage to the current and prospective ISE students?:

Congratulation for the students who get accepted to be ISE student and the students who are graduated. Being an ISE student is one of the great opportunity in life. This place will give your not just the knowledge but connections, teamwork, friends with differnt cultures. It will surely be a valuable experience for you.

Period of study at AIT:

2011 – 2013

Current Job:

Logistics Engineer – Operations Planning, Arvato Bertelsmann, Louisville, Kentucky, USA.

How does your experience at AIT benefit your current job?

While doing my master’s at AIT, I was introduced with the field of industrial engineering where engineers use mathematical and computer models to solve production and operations problems. Knowledge and computers skills gained from my courses; I developed a mathematical model to optimize maintenance operations of a manufacturing plant in my master’s thesis. Later these results were published in a reputed scientific journal. This amazing world of mathematical modeling made me more curious to pursue doctoral studies in Industrial Engineering. I received a fully-funded PhD fellowship from University of Louisville, Kentucky USA. I believe the published research paper from my master’s thesis was instrumental in getting this prestigious fellowship. In my PhD, I continue to expand my knowledge in mathematical and computational modeling. Now at Arvato, I apply a wide variety of mathematical techniques to tackle challenging logistics and distribution problems.

Message for current and prospective students:

We have world class professors at AIT. All the labs are equipped with state-of-the-art technologies. AIT has diverse work culture with students and professors from different countries around the world. These things make AIT a go-to destination for prospective students. For current students, the most important thing is to study. Current students should take full advantage of world-class coursework and research opportunities. In addition to studies, I want to suggest current students to gain computer skills as much as possible and apply those in coursework and research. Computer tools helps you to test any interesting idea you have for your research or your job. Apart from studies, students should take advantage of diverse culture of AIT. Do not limit your friends only to your natives, rather make friends from other countries, and other departments. Try to participate in extra-curricular activities those are happening at AIT. These activities will increase your communication skills. Therefore, world class studies, computer skills and communication skills prepare you to handle any opportunity—job, research, entrepreneurship or, anything—you want to pursue in your career.

Period of study

• Phd 2012-2018.

Current job

Lecturer and Researcher at Khon Kaen University

How does your experience at AIT benefit your current job?

It was a fruitful experience. I gained both high-quality courses, great supervisors and supports from many officers. I brought the knowledge and ideas for creative thinking in innovation and engineering from AIT. For a few years after graduation, I invented many products such as non-invasive glucose sensor, non-invasive AKI diagnosis, Telemedicine system with AI-assisted, Real-time tuberculosis counter from microscopy, TB Pillbox Telepharmacy  System, KKU Real-time Portable PM Cloud Sensors, Smart glass for water-intake controlled patients, Mobile and Desktop Application for Big Data Acquisition in Agriculture, etc. (6 software licenses, 2 patents, and Q1 journal publications)

Message to the current and prospective ISE students?

Thinking and planning well could yield higher productivity than perseverance without well-planned. However, backup plans must be prepared for any worst-case scenarios that might occurred.

Period of study at AIT:

• Phd 2009 – 2013

Current Job:

Assistant Professor of Industrial Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Bangkok, Thailand

How does your experience at AIT benefit your current job:

“I had a really good experience there. At AIT, I learned a lot about research methodology and knowledge in the field of Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering, which I did not know previously. I have improved my creative and research skills to enhance the ability to identify problems or issues, conduct literature review, think rationally and analyze information, and come up with viable solutions to those problems in a manner that brings me to a solution in my workplace, KMITL. Using these guidelines, I have been able to make a good research paper. I have received a certificate of achievement for excellence in contributing to the enhancement of the KMITL reputation for the second-consecutive year, 2018 and 2019. In addition, my experience at AIT helps not only me but also my students at KMITL to set the right tone for our successful journey in research. I am able to grow and develop myself professionally.”

Message to the current and prospective ISE students:

“AIT is a good place to study. The staff take care of their students. In addition to all that experience, AIT will give you a depth in field that short programs and work experience can’t provide you. AIT includes courses on theory and research that give you the proficiency in science and math. All of these courses, projects, exams and group work will give you the critical thinking experience and confidence to perform duties competitively and satisfactorily in the workplace.”