Kang Kok Wei
Senior Engineer, Training & Simulation Systems of ST Engineering
During my polytechnic days, I remember being amazed by my lab technician. He created several interesting projects using microcontrollers and it motivated me to learn in more detail. The Diploma in Clean Energy course that I was enrolled in did not offer such module. Being curious, I decided to crash a friend’s class to gain a better understanding of its functionalities.
It turned out to be a life-changing decision. I applied the knowledge of microcontrollers into my final year project, and was recognised as one of the top students in my cohort. I was thus able to enrol into my university course of choice – Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and take the step towards my dream of becoming a developer.
Fast forward to the present, I am currently a hardware engineer with Training & Simulation Systems, ST Engineering. I am part of the team that developed the Impact Measurement Trainer, a sensor-enabled manikin that we designed for contact combat training.
As a hardware engineer, I was able to utilise my skills in integrating microcontrollers into the system. My dual role as a technical manager helped to ensure that the project ran smoothly with clear deliverables.
My division manager continues to inspire me, as he constantly encourages us to innovate without the fear of failing. Undertaking this project is a great challenge that we enjoyed, with the concept being entirely new to the market.
Watch the video below to find out how the Impact Measurement Trainer works:
