HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – February 27, 2024 – The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) has launched a series of exciting activities as part of the
Hong Kong Engineers Week 2024. “Quiz competition for secondary students “Our future engineers”, was specifically designed to spark our next generation’s interest in engineering. Following the preliminary round held last Saturday, we are pleased to announce the finalists: Immaculate Heart of Mary College, Shun Tak Fraternal Association Leung Kau Kui College and Shun Tak Fraternal Association Yung Yau College. The three teams will compete in the final round which will take place on March 2 (Saturday) at
“Hong Kong Engineers Week Carnival” (Carnival). The HKIE hopes to improve students’ understanding of the engineering profession and thereby encourage them to explore future career opportunities in the field of engineering.
Quiz competition for secondary school students “Our future engineers” takes place in the form of team questions and answers, including a preliminary round and a final round. The topics of the competition mainly revolve around engineering knowledge, science popularization and the work of the HKIE. A total of 12 teams participated in the competition. Each team is made up of five members, including four students and one alternate member. Six HKIE members formed teams with their alma mater as expert advisors, answering questions from participating students and providing professional advice and guidance.
The carnival will be held at Harborside Lawn in West Kowloon Cultural District from March 1 to 3, for three consecutive days. It will feature various interactive game stands, competitions, photo spots and exciting engineering-related performances. The event is free and open to the public, and
Quiz competition for secondary school students “Our future engineers” the final round is also open to the public.
The HKIE believes that through interaction with practicing professional engineers, students can gain a deeper understanding of the important role engineers play in the development of the city. This helps the younger generation gain a more comprehensive view of the diversity and challenges in the field of engineering, thereby inspiring them to become future engineering talents.
“Hong Kong Engineers Week Carnival” Details:
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March 1, 2024 (Friday): 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. March 2, 2024 (Saturday): from 10 p.m. to 6 p.m. March 3, 2024 (Sunday): from 10 p.m. to 6 p.m. |
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*Opening hours to the public: 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. |
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Day 3 |
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Harborside Lawn, West Kowloon Cultural District (free public entry) |
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Caption: Group photos during the semi-final of the quiz competition for high school students “Our Future Engineers”
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