KUCHING: An integrated circuit-powered racing car, oscilloscope and gramophone — all built by Sarawakian secondary school and university students — will go on show as SMD Semiconductor’s contribution to the launch of the Sarawak Science Centre tomorrow (July 29).
SMD Semiconductor said in a statement today (July 28) that the exhibits were created by students from secondary schools and universities across Sarawak.
The projects were developed through Sarawak’s IC Design Make-A-Thon, a talent development programme giving students hands-on exposure to IC design while showcasing the creativity and technological capabilities of the state’s youth, according to the company.
SMD Semiconductor said the exhibits stand as evidence of its continued investment in nurturing homegrown chip design talent, marking a step towards realising Sarawak’s vision of a Sarawak-owned chip.
The company said it hopes to spark curiosity among young Sarawakians by bringing the world of semiconductors and integrated circuits closer to them through interactive, hands-on experiences at the Science Centre.
This initiative ties in with Sarawak’s Post-COVID-19 Development Strategy 2030 (PCDS 2030), which identifies the development of high-quality, world-class talent as one of the state’s most critical priorities in its push towards a high-income, innovation-driven economy.
SMD Semiconductor added that it hopes to cultivate a new generation of chip designers, engineers and technology leaders to support the state’s growing semiconductor ecosystem.
The Sarawak Science Centre located at Jalan Stadium will be officially launched tomorrow (29 Jul) by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, and will serve as a hub promoting science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) among visitors of all ages.
