Hong Kong’s Construction Industry Council (CIC) has launched an exciting “Master Talk” series as part of its ongoing Design for Future, Build for Life campaign.
The flagship programme aims to ignite the passions of primary and secondary students eager to learn more about the construction industry by offering interactive tours and professional sharing sessions at over 10 iconic infrastructures around Hong Kong. By fostering curiosity and providing valuable insights, CIC is on a mission to inspire the next generation of constructors and shape the city’s future.
“Master Talk” represents an unprecedented collaboration between Hong Kong’s construction industry and government departments. Led by engineering and construction professionals alike, these captivating sessions cover a variety of topics, including design engineering, facilities operations, and innovative construction technology. The ultimate goal is to spark the imagination of students and nurture their aspirations to pursue careers as engineers and architects.
Accessible to both primary and secondary school students, the programme offers engaging videos brimming with educational content on the campaign’s website, www.constructionhk.org. Over 300 students have benefitted from CIC’s “Master Talk” sessions so far, gaining invaluable industry insights and exploring a wide range of career pathways.
Several “Master Talk” sessions have already been held with students from across the city:
- HKSKH Bishop Hall Secondary School embarked on a transformative adventure at the Tseung Kwan O Desalination Plant, where engineers showcased Hong Kong’s first desalination facility that uses reverse osmosis technology.
- SKH Saint Benedict’s School explored the Multi-welfare Services Complex in Kwu Tung North, where students delved into innovations that are transforming green building practices, like Modular Integrated Construction and the Enertainer battery storage system.
- Ying Wa College took its students to Q-Leak, the Water Supplies Department’s underground water mains leak detection training centre, highlighting the power of Water Intelligent Network technology and the importance of data analysis in preventing water leakages.
Enthusiasm among participants has been palpable. One student, specializing in Information and Communication Technology, expressed their excitement about applying their knowledge to shape the future of construction. Visiting teachers praised the invaluable insights gained from professional perspectives.
Feedback from participants has been positive, with one student expressing excitement about applying their knowledge from their Information and Communication Technology studies to the construction profession in the future. Visiting teachers have praised the experience as a great opportunity for students to gain invaluable insights from industry profession.
Looking ahead, “Master Talk” plans to continue collaborating with more secondary and primary schools, organising visits to significant infrastructures, and inspiring future builders through STEAM education.
