Educational Site Visit on Building and Civil Works for Quantity Surveying Students

January 26, 2026

An educational site visit was conducted on 19 January 2026 at the Eden Residen Villa construction site in Bukit Tunku, providing practical exposure for 11 Bachelor of Science Honours Quantity Surveying students, accompanied by one lecturer. The visit was organised by Ts Zamzarina as part of the courses EQS3123 Building Construction I, EQS3153 Building Construction II, and EQS3293 Civil and Infrastructure Construction Works. The initiative was designed to strengthen students’ understanding of construction practices through direct engagement with real site conditions and active construction environments.

The visit was hosted and facilitated by Mr Khairul Azren and Mr Syahrul Arifin from ECON Piled Sdn Bhd, who delivered comprehensive briefings and guided students throughout the site session. Students were introduced to the project background and current construction progress before observing a range of site activities, including site investigation works, superstructure construction, and civil and infrastructure works.

This experiential learning opportunity enabled students to bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application. Through on site observation, students gained deeper insight into construction methods, material usage, sequencing of works, and workmanship standards. The visit also emphasised construction management practices, particularly coordination between trades, workflow planning, and problem solving in a live construction setting.

Site safety was given strong emphasis throughout the visit. Students observed the implementation of personal protective equipment, safety signage, and hazard control measures, reinforcing the importance of maintaining safety standards on construction sites. In addition, sustainable construction practices were discussed in relation to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, highlighting the role of responsible construction in long term economic, environmental, and social development.

Following the site visit, students are required to complete an individual assignment based on their observations and learning outcomes. This assessment aims to enhance analytical thinking, technical understanding, and professional reporting skills by linking practical site exposure with theoretical concepts taught in class. Overall, the visit provided meaningful experiential learning and contributed significantly to preparing students for future professional roles in the quantity surveying discipline.