Ms. Thamalu Kumarasinghe Triumphs at IMechE South Asian Regional Speak Out for Engineers Competition! | News | Department of Mechanical Engineering

Ms. Thamalu Kumarasinghe Triumphs at IMechE South Asian Regional Speak Out for Engineers Competition!

Categories
News,imeche-student-chapter-of-kdu

Date
February 14, 2025

Author
Web Master

A moment of immense pride for the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Student Chapter of General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University and the Department of Mechanical Engineering! Ms. Thamalu Kumarasinghe, former Educational Chair of IMechE-KDU, has secured first place in the South Asian Regional Speak Out for Engineering (SOFE) competition, held on 08th February 2025, at the Studio Mavisuru at the Institute of Engineers, Sri Lanka. Competing against top contenders from India, Bangladesh and Nepal, she showcased her exceptional oratory skills and engineering knowledge setting a benchmark for aspiring engineers.

She will represent South Asian Region at the Global SOFE Competition which is scheduled to be held in Turkey in April 2025. This is not just a personal achievement but a testament to the strength of young engineers emerging from KDU and the dedication of IMechE-KDU in fostering talent amongst its members.

Ms. Thamalu’s speech titled, “Powering Up The Tomorrow We Envision” revolved around the need for sustainability, highlighting the necessity of rethinking our mindset and fostering innovation for a greener future. She placed solar power at the heart of her discussion, illustrating how harnessing the sun’s energy could revolutionize industries, economies and everyday life.

One of the most impactful moments of her speech was when she concluded with these powerful words: “The tomorrow we envision is powered by innovation. The tomorrow we envision comes with responsibility. The tomorrow we envision is about making wise decisions.” These words resonated deeply with the audience, reinforcing the essence of forward-thinking engineering.

As she prepares for the Global SOFE stage, we extend our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Ms. Thamalu Kumarasinghe. We whole heartedly wish her success as she takes the final step of the competition in Turkey!

Previous post

The Annual General Meeting of the IMechE Student Chapter of General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University for the year 2025/2026

January 31, 2025

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering, KDU offers two bachelor’s degree programmes, namely, BScEngHons in Mechanical Engineering and BScEngHons in Mechatronic Engineering. These four-year undergraduate programmes aim to impart competencies in courses related to Design, Manufacturing, Control Systems, and Information Technology in order to produce graduates who are well equipped to become competent Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineers.The department is playing a dynamic role in the faculty. The presence of qualified panel of lecturers with a wide range of expertise, their academic background, teaching experiences, research capabilities, and industrial exposure make a significant contribution to the overall strength of the department. The department possesses well-equipped laboratories and implements its well-designed curricula in lectures and practical sessions. The department also organises industrial visits and guest lectures, providing further opportunities for the enhancement and consolidation of students’ knowledge. The student intake is expanded by admitting Officers of the Tri-Services and Day Scholars, both local and international. The department strives to maintain the highest standards of education for the Officers from the Tri-Services, Officer Cadets, and Day Scholars to be readily employable in the industry.Why choose Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronic Engineering?Mechanical Engineers build the world around us. From the tiniest nanotechnology through cars and buildings to aeroplanes and space stations, mechanical engineers are responsible for the design and development of many things. Studying mechanical engineering is a combination of science, mathematics, and computing. The field of mechanical engineering touches virtually every aspect of modern life, including the human body, a highly complex machine. A career in mechanical engineering allows you to build a better future for yourself and the world. Mechanical engineers design and build solutions to a range of problems, improving efficiency across a wide range of industries. By studying mechanical engineering, students can look forward to good job prospects, high salaries, and varied work. Mechanical engineers are always in demand for jobs such as Aerospace engineers, Automotive engineers, Control and Instrumentation engineers, Maintenance engineers, Nuclear engineers, etc.Mechatronic is an emerging field that blends mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and computer science to demonstrate the close integration of these disciplines in product design. The Mechatronic Engineering degree programme offers both theory and practical work in the areas of Automation, Control, Robotics, Engineering design, and applications. The knowledge and skills acquired will be useful to deal with the professional and career development goals of graduates in the future. The designed curriculum also offers a vast area of opportunities for future studies and research as a graduate and even beyond.

Explore More...