Facilities

Engineering Laboratories

Biophotocatalytic Lab

A specialised research laboratory exploring advanced photocatalysis for environmental remediation, sustainable chemical processes and renewable energy applications.

Chemistry Lab

A modern teaching laboratory is complemented by an analytical chemistry room equipped with research-grade instruments, including ICP-OES and other advanced analytical systems. 

Fluid Mechanics Lab

Equipped with industrial teaching rigs, including the Osborne Reynolds Demonstration and fluid flow systems, this laboratory enables students to investigate pipe flow, pumps, pressure losses and hydraulic behaviour.

Heat Transfer and Thermodynamics Lab

Featuring dedicated heat transfer equipment and thermodynamics training systems, students investigate conduction, convection, radiation and energy conversion under realistic operating conditions.

Instrument Room

Houses sophisticated analytical instruments, including ICP-OES, GCMS, TGA, DSC and advanced characterisation equipment supporting teaching and research. 

Mass Transfer and Chemical Reaction Lab

Designed around authentic unit operations including distillation columns and chemical reaction systems, students investigate separation processes, reaction engineering and transport phenomena fundamental to chemical manufacturing. 

Process Control Lab

Features computer-controlled industrial process control platforms, modular sensor systems and Ball-and-Beam control experiments that introduce automation, instrumentation and Industry 4.0 concepts.

Carpentry Workshop

The Carpentry Workshop supports practical training in timber fabrication, model making, and construction-related projects. Equipped with a mitre saw, bench drill, and laser cutter, it combines conventional woodworking with digital fabrication.

Electrical Power Lab

The Electrical Power Laboratory is equipped with advanced training systems for AC and DC motor drives, power electronics, electric machines, and photovoltaic energy. 

Engineering Project Lab

The Engineering Project Lab empowers students to turn creative concepts into functional prototypes using 3D printers for complex components and UV printers for custom graphics.

Renewable Energy Lab

Equipped with power transmission trainers, single- and three-phase systems, photovoltaics, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), the Renewable Energy Laboratory bridges theory and practice.

Light Structures Lab

The Light Structures Lab brings structural and friction mechanics to life through hands-on experimentation. Using equipment like the bending moment frame and friction plane apparatus, students analyze forces, deformation, and system performance.

Mechanical Workshop

The Mechanical Workshop provides hands-on training in precision manufacturing and component fabrication. Using 5+1 axis CNC and lathe machines, students master both automated and conventional machining while gaining insight into modern industrial processes.

Solid Mechanics Lab

In collaboration with Daikin Malaysia, the Solid Mechanics Lab provides specialized facilities for studying airflow, structural loading, and building environmental systems. Using a wind tunnel and mixed-chamber HVAC system, students conduct aerodynamic testing and investigate ventilation under realistic conditions.

Collaborative Robots and Integrated Automation Lab

The Collaborative Robots and Integrated Automation Lab integrates FESTO pneumatic systems, Siemens PLCs, CP Lab 4 smart manufacturing platforms, Universal Robots cobots, and Hiwonder AI mobile robots.

Electronics Engineering Lab

In collaboration with Keysight Technologies, the Electronics Engineering Lab provides students with access to industry-leading electronic design, test, and measurement technologies. 

Engineering Physics Lab

The Engineering Physics Lab provides a strong foundation in applied physics through hands-on experiments and advanced measurement techniques. 

Instrumentation and Controls Lab

The Instrumentation and Controls Lab provides students with hands-on experience in industrial measurement, process control, automation, sensors, actuators, and control systems. Equipped with industry-standard instrumentation and programmable control technologies, the lab enables students to design, monitor, and optimise engineering processes while developing practical skills that meet the needs of modern manufacturing and industrial automation.

Wireless Lab

Developed in collaboration with Keysight Technologies, the Wireless Lab provides an advanced environment for wireless communications, radio frequency (RF) engineering, antenna systems, Internet of Things (IoT), and communication technologies. Using professional-grade test and measurement solutions, students gain practical experience in designing, analysing, and optimising connected systems for real-world applications.

Concrete and Highway Lab

The Concrete and Highway Lab, in collaboration Micro Dimension Concrete (MDC) supports practical testing of construction materials used in buildings, roads, and infrastructure. Its equipment enables students to evaluate concrete strength, workability, aggregates, asphalt, bitumen, and pavement materials. The laboratory promotes industry-standard testing practices, quality control, research collaboration, and understanding of material performance in real construction conditions.

Digital AECO Lab (Upcoming)

A next-generation digital construction laboratory equipped with Building Information Modelling (BIM), digital twin, reality capture and collaborative engineering platforms from Autodesk, Bently Systems, Trimble, NIDA, and more. Students experience integrated project delivery workflows using interactive digital technologies including MetaQuest VR, used by leading architecture, engineering and construction firms, preparing them for the digital transformation reshaping the global built environment.

Roboverse (Upcoming)

ROBOVERSE is an immersive robotics innovation hub featuring humanoid robots, quadruped, autonomous drones, unmanned ground vehicles and underwater remotely operated vehicles (ROVs). Students programme, integrate and deploy AI algorithms, computer vision and autonomous navigation systems on multiple robotic platforms used in research and industry.

Chemical Engineering Pilot Plant (Upcoming)

The Chemical Pilot Plant, a 3 storey tall real life operational chemical plant, developed in collaboration with Dia Chemical, Oleology, JJ-Lurgi Engineering, and many more industrial partners, provides pilot scale industrial chemical manufacturing, processing, control and refining experience to our undergraduate students across various engineering discipline, and research opportunities at various complexity levels.

Heavy Structures Lab (Upcoming)

The Heavy Structures Lab, in collaboration with Hilti, provides advanced facilities for investigating structural behaviour under static and dynamic loading. The Magnus frame and dynamic compression frame support specialised structural testing, while the 500 kN Universal Testing Machine evaluates the tensile and compressive strength of materials. These facilities enable industry-relevant research, testing, and structural performance assessment.

Geotechnical Engineering Lab (Upcoming)

A comprehensive civil engineering laboratory equipped for soil classification, compaction, permeability, shear strength, consolidation and foundation testing. Students investigate the engineering behaviour of soils using industry-standard equipment, developing practical understanding essential for designing safe, resilient and sustainable infrastructure projects.

Water and Environmental Engineering Lab (Upcoming)

This laboratory, in collaboration with Hach, supports the analysis of water quality, wastewater treatment, environmental monitoring and hydraulic processes using professional laboratory instrumentation. Students gain practical experience addressing contemporary environmental challenges including pollution control, water resource management and sustainable infrastructure in line with evolving industry practices and regulatory standards.

Computing Laboratories

Advanced Computing Lab

The new Advanced Computing Lab at Sunway University’s FET-LABS Building is home to a suite of high-performance workstations, designed to support intensive computing tasks such as data processing, simulation, and AI development. While not yet a full-fledged HPC lab, the facility already provides students and researchers with access to powerful computing resources—laying the groundwork for cutting-edge research and innovation.

CyberSecurity Intelligence (CSI) Lab

The Cybersecurity Intelligence (CSI) Lab at Sunway University’s Building provides a practical environment for students to develop hands-on skills in cybersecurity, network security, system protection, and security operations. The lab supports practical learning through real-world security scenarios, allowing students to explore how cyber threats are identified, analysed, exploited, and defended against in a controlled environment. 

Networking Lab

The Networking Lab at Sunway University’s Building provides students with a practical environment to develop essential skills in computer networking, infrastructure, and network technologies. The lab currently supports the delivery of Cisco-aligned CCNA curriculum, enabling students to gain hands-on experience in network configuration, troubleshooting, routing, switching, and fundamental network infrastructure concepts.

Research Centre Laboratories

Research Centre for Carbon Dioxide Capture and Utilisation (CCDCU) Lab

A nationally recognised research centre advancing carbon capture, utilisation and climate technologies using specialised facilities such as high-pressure CO₂ absorption systems, Raman-AFM microscopy and electrochemical analysis. Strong research collaborations address global decarbonisation challenges while providing students access to impactful sustainability research.

Research Centre for Nano-Materials and Energy Technology (RCNMET) Lab

Focused on advanced nanomaterials, functional materials, MXenes, and energy technologies, this research centre supports cutting-edge investigations into materials using advance equipment, including a SEM that improve energy efficiency, sustainability and next-generation engineering solutions. Students engage with interdisciplinary research that bridges fundamental science and industrial innovation.

Research Centre for Human-Machine Collaboration (HUMAC) Lab

A multidisciplinary research centre advancing robotics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, computer vision, pattern recognition and autonomous systems. Leveraging ROBOVERSE and high-performance computing resources, students collaborate on cutting-edge research involving humanoid robots, advanced autonomous drones, and intelligent perception systems alongside industry and international research partners.

Sunway Centre for Electrochemical Energy and Sustainable Technology (SCEEST) Lab

SCEEST pioneers research in graphene and other two-dimensional nanomaterials for batteries, sensors, energy storage, energy conversion and biomedical applications. Students benefit from internationally relevant research addressing sustainability challenges through collaborations spanning academia, industry and global research networks.