On the morning of April 17, 2026, at room E0-204, the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering – Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Engineering (HCM-UTE), formerly known as Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education, in collaboration with TopSolid and Ha An Technical Solutions Co., Ltd., organized the thematic seminar titled “From Design to CNC Manufacturing in the Woodworking and Furniture Industry.”
The thematic seminar “From Design to CNC Manufacturing in the Woodworking and Furniture Industry.”
Attending the seminar, from the industry side, were Mr. Arnaud – representative of TopSolid, and Mr. Nguyen Manh Ha – representative of Ha An Technical Solutions Co., Ltd. From HCM-UTE, participants included Dr. Mai Duc Dai – Vice Dean of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering; Dr. Quach Van Thiem – Director of the HCM-UTE Binh Phuoc Campus and Head of the Wood Technology Division; along with faculty members and students from the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering.
In his opening remarks, Dr. Mai Duc Dai – Vice Dean of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, stated:
“In the context of rapid digital transformation and automation in industrial manufacturing, the need to closely align academic training with real-world industry demands has become increasingly urgent. To meet this trend, the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at HCM-UTE has collaborated with enterprises to organize this seminar on ‘From Design to CNC Manufacturing in the Woodworking and Furniture Industry.’ The seminar serves as a platform for both academic and practical exchange, enabling lecturers and students to access modern technological processes while strengthening the connection between the University and industry partners. Through this seminar, all parties aim to enhance training quality, bridge the gap between theory and practice, and prepare a workforce capable of meeting the demands of the evolving labor market.”
Dr. Mai Duc Dai – Vice Dean of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering delivering remarks at the seminar
As part of the seminar, Mr. Arnaud from TopSolid presented an overview of the company and its integrated CAD/CAM solution ecosystem. The presentation focused on key aspects, including the TopSolid platform for product lifecycle management, seamless integration from design to manufacturing, and the role of software in optimizing engineering processes within modern industrial production environments.
Mr. Arnaud – Representative of TopSolid Company presenting an overview of integrated CAD/CAM solutions
Following this, Mr. Nguyen Manh Ha from Ha An Technical Solutions Co., Ltd. delivered an in-depth presentation on the TopSolid’Wood solution, highlighting its applications in furniture design, technical simulation, material extraction, and CNC programming. The presentation was illustrated with practical examples, demonstrating the integrated workflow from design to manufacturing on CNC systems.
Mr. Nguyen Manh Ha – Representative of Ha An Technical Solutions Co., Ltd. sharing insights on the TopSolid’Wood solution
During the seminar, students had the opportunity to engage directly with the speakers through discussions and Q&A sessions. Topics included software applications in enterprise environments, required skill sets for engineers in the woodworking industry, and career prospects in CNC design and manufacturing. These practical insights provided students with a clearer orientation for their future careers.
Students raising questions and engaged in discussions during the seminar
Additionally, representatives from TopSolid and Ha An Technical Solutions Co., Ltd. presented educational licenses for TopSolid’Wood software to the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and sponsored VND 5,000,000 for the 2026 “CNC Woodworking Programming and Operation” competition. These contributions aim to support training activities and provide students with better access to advanced technologies during their studies.
Representative of TopSolid Company awarding an educational license of TopSolid’Wood software to HCM-UTE
Representative of Ha An Technical Solutions Co., Ltd. providing sponsorship for the 2026 “CNC Woodworking Machine Programming and Operation” competition
The seminar “From Design to CNC Manufacturing in the Woodworking and Furniture Industry” not only delivered valuable professional knowledge but also strengthened the collaboration between the University and enterprises. Through such activities, HCM-UTE continues to affirm its practice-oriented training approach, building a solid foundation for students to confidently integrate into the labor market in the era of industrialization and digital transformation.
Regarding the University Renaming:
On December 26, 2025, the Prime Minister issued Decision No. 2809/QĐ-TTg, officially renaming Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education to Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Engineering (HCM-UTE). This change reflects the University’s multidisciplinary development orientation, its strengths in technology and engineering, and its current stature.
Prior to 2007, the University was a leading institution in technical teacher education. Since 2007, in response to changes in the national academic program classification system, the University has expanded its focus on technology, engineering, and related fields. The renaming aligns with the national higher education network development plan for the 2021–2030 period, with a vision to 2050, meeting workforce demands in the digital transformation era while affirming its role as a key national university in technology and engineering.