Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education is an important aspect in human capital development for the nation. This is reflected in the RM100 million allocation in the 2024 Budget for the empowerment of STEM via maintenance and upgrading of existing facilities and the purchase of equipment.
To cultivate interest and foster understanding of STEM, PROTON DX, an ACO Tech development in collaboration with PROTON and China Construction Bank (CCB), announced
its availability as a community engagement platform for STEM exploration.
Approaching its first anniversary since establishment, PROTON DX is the country’s first
automotive digital centre that houses a blend of interactive technology, leisure, and lifestyle
elements.
PROTON DX aims to be the centre for automotive and technological learning for all ages, including as a platform to spark interest in STEM amongst the younger generation.
Since opening in June 2023, PROTON DX has organised and conducted several initiatives to
cultivate a passion for STEM among young minds.
The centre hosts a monthly Student Robotic Car Workshop targeting secondary school
students. At the workshop, students learn the basics of assembling and programming their
own mini autonomous vehicle using an Arduino platform.
Over 50 Malaysian youths across the Klang Valley, including a group of 20 students from Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, have participated in the workshop. Students who complete this workshop receive a certificate and goodie bag.
ACO Tech is targeting to engage with at least 200 Malaysian youths through this workshop and other upcoming STEM activities by the end of 2024.
ACO Tech Chief Executive Officer Li Pu said, “The importance of STEM for a nation’s
development cannot be overstated. We are wholly supportive of all efforts to develop human capital to engage in the fields of STEM and to fill the skill gaps and introduce technology literacy to the future workforce.
This was one of the motivations behind opening PROTON DX. The experience centre has been a platform for STEM-related activities since opening, both as an organiser and event space, for enthusiasts of all ages to learn and experience.
Approaching its one-year anniversary, PROTON DX will continue our initiatives to raise the level of technological awareness and knowledge of Malaysians.”
To maximise the facilities on offer, PROTON DX actively welcomes collaborations from local
companies in search for a platform to conduct events and workshops promoting STEM
awareness and education among young Malaysians, as well as other activities designed to
bring local communities together.
PROTON DX also welcomes visitors of all ages to enjoy a resourceful visit to the centre.
Visitors get to learn about ACO Tech’s technologies and products, and experience engaging activities available in PROTON DX such as the Virtual Cockpit, a virtual drive in a purpose-
built enclosed theatre-like dome to experience smart mobility. PROTON DX is also able to model a bespoke virtual cockpit experience for partners at trade shows such as E-Mobility
Asia.
