(2/9) The Department of Environmental Engineering of Universitas Diponegoro (DTL Undip) held an event with the title Eco-Tech Pioneer and Sustainability Award (EPSA) 2023. This event was a part of the 25th Dies Natalis of the Department of Environmental Engineering and aimed to appreciate companies that are heavily committed to creating technological innovations to preserve and protect the environment.
At this event, dozens of national and regional companies were present to share their experiences and innovations in preserving the environment around them. In addition, the Department of Environmental Engineering also invited several national figures, such as Prof. Sudharto P. Hadi, MES, Ph.D from the PROPER Advisory Board (PROPER is a Company Performance Rating Program in Managing the Environment held by the Ministry of Environment and Forestry), to attend the awarding ceremony held at Novotel Hotel, Semarang.
Head of the Department of Environmental Engineering Undip, Dr. Ing. Sudarno, S.T., M.Sc explained that EPSA was formed to appreciate companies that have successfully innovated in protecting the environment. According to him, up to now, the efforts to preserve the environment that the industry has made have not been appreciated enough. “Implementation of EPSA is actually a form of our concern regarding the lack of appreciation for the efforts that have been done by the industry. So from that concern the Department of Environmental Engineering on its 25th anniversary, for the first time, organized an award for industries that innovate well on both in the form of technology and their activities,” he said.
Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Prof. Ir. M. Agung Wibowo, M.M, M.Sc, Ph.D, welcomed the EPSA. For him, EPSA can encourage companies to make breakthroughs in protecting the environment, where such innovations are needed nowadays. “Innovation is important for now because, in our daily life, nature experiences limitations. Therefore, innovations from companies are needed as one of the solutions for us to continue our activities without damaging the environment,” he said.
At this EPSA event, there were six main topics that were presented, including Green Power Innovation, Low Carbon Innovation, Eco-Hazard Innovation, Eco-Cycle Innovation, Hydro Smart Innovation, and Ecosystem Innovation. All of those topics are related to innovation in preserving nature and ensuring sustainable development. Prof. Agung hoped that the existence of EPSA could be one of the driving factors for the companies to continue innovating and can provide academic benefits for the students and lecturers in the Department of Environmental Engineering. “Hopefully the results of this EPSA can be the best practices that enrich teaching materials and can be used by the students.”
(1/9) The Faculty of Engineering Undip officially collaborated with the Research Center of Structural Power Technology (Pusat Riset Teknologi Kekuatan Struktur, PRTKS) of the Organization for Energy and Manufacture Research BRIN. The signing ceremony was held in the Senate Room, Dekanat Building 3rd Floor. At this event, representatives from PRTKS BRIN were present, led by the Head of the Organization for Energy and Manufacture Research BRIN, Dr. Haznan Abimanyu.
This collaboration focused on developing research and innovation related to the design and construction of multisensory buildings that are earthquake-resistant, energy-efficient, and environmentally friendly. Head of the Organization for Energy and Manufacture Research BRIN, Dr. Haznan Abimanyu, explained that the development of design and construction aims to provide the latest research breakthroughs that are beneficial for Indonesia which is commonly affected by the earthquake. “In this collaboration, the research will be conducted related to the architectural design of multisensory buildings, the concept of energy-efficient multisensory buildings, the construction concept of earthquake-resistant multisensory buildings, and technological simulations in the field of energy-efficient and earthquake-resistant multisensory buildings,” he said.
In addition, he also said that this collaboration could later become the stepping stone for other potential collaborations with the Faculty of Engineering Undip, such as in the field of education for the students and lecturers and in the development of other research. “With this collaboration, I hope that later we can create a collaboration program funded by BRIN. With BARISTA scheme, we can improve the capability of the students in their research.”
Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Prof. Ir. M. Agung Wibowo, M.M, M.Sc, Ph.D welcomed the collaboration with PRTKS BRIN this time. He said that the Faculty of Engineering itself has made several collaboration agreements with BRIN, including with PRPJ and PRPN of BRIN. He hoped that, with this collaboration, the Faculty of Engineering Undip and BRIN could continue to provide benefits both in the field of research and education. “Through the signing of the collaboration pact today, it is hoped that it can be a good beginning to start many other collaborations either in research or in education,” said Prof. Agung.
(14/8) The Faculty of Engineering Undip officially inaugurated its 856 graduates at the 171st Graduation of Universitas Diponegoro which took place at Prof. Soedarto, S.H Building, Undip Tembalang Campus. On this graduation ceremony, the Faculty of Engineering had the opportunity to conduct the graduation in Part I until Part VI which was held on 8, 9, and 14 August 2023.
In this 171st graduation, there were around 4077 graduates who were inaugurated by Universitas Diponegoro. At this graduation, the Faculty of Engineering not only inaugurated their graduates from the undergraduate program but also there were 94 graduates from the master’s and doctoral programs and 193 graduates from the professional engineering program.
From those 856 graduates who were graduated by the Faculty of Engineering, there were 595 graduates that successfully achieved the cum laude predicate. Moreover, there were six foreign graduates who also finished their studies and joined the ceremony this time. Those six foreign graduates are Asim Aamir from Pakistan (graduated from the Master Program of Mechanical Engineering), Tuyizere Vedaste from Rwanda (graduated from the Master Program of Industrial Engineering and Management), Syed Uzair Amjad from Pakistan (graduated from the Master Program of Environmental Engineering), Peter Wachira Gathere from Kenya (graduated from the Master Program of Environmental Engineering), Adeeb Hayel Saeed Zaid from Yaman (graduated from the Master Program of Environmental Engineering), and Raphael Oceng from Uganda (graduated from the Master Program of Environmental Engineering).
Cinka Sihaloho, the representative of the Faculty of Engineering graduates at the 171st Graduation of Undip, is delivering her speech in front of other graduates. Photo by Undip PR Team/Humas Undip
Cinka Sihaloho, the representative of the Faculty of Engineering graduates from the Department of Computer Engineering, had the opportunity to deliver a speech at this graduation ceremony. On her speech, she conveyed the importance of sustaining the COMPLETE value which is the basic value for all of Universitas Diponegoro students. Furthermore, she also hoped that all graduates can implement their knowledge and participate in building Indonesia better. “Hopefully all the knowledge obtained during our study in Universitas Diponegoro could make us an agent of change who are ready to be involved in implementing the knowledge obtained to the community, the professional world, and the development,” she said in her speech.
The Rector of Universitas Diponegoro, Prof. Dr. Yos Johan Utama, S.H, M.Hum, revealed that he was grateful that the students could finally complete their study and graduated on this graduation period. In his speech, he advised the graduates to be always dare to step ahead in order to achieve success in the future. “Go forward Undip alumni! Never back down! Ever forward, never retreat! Insyaallah (god willing), glory and success will always be on your side,” said Prof. Yos
(14/8) The Department of Civil Engineering Universitas Diponegoro in collaboration with the Institute for Structural Analysis, Technische Universität Dresden Germany held a public lecture with the theme “On-Going Research in the Institute for Structural Analysis, TU Dresden, Germany”. This public lecture is a continuation of the previous lecture, where in the previous lecture, the theme was about education and research in Germany. In this public lecture, Prof. Dr-Ing. habil. Michael Kaliske from TU Dresden was the main speaker. While Dr-Ing. Bobby Rio Indriyantho, S.T., M.T., a lecturer from the Department of Civil Engineering, was appointed as the moderator. This public lecture was held in the E301 Room of the Department of Civil Engineering and was attended by several lecturers from the Department of Civil Engineering, including Prof. Dr. Ir. Han Ay Lie, M.Eng and Dr. Ir. Purwanto, M.T, M.Eng, and several bachelor and master students of Civil Engineering.
Technische Universität Dresden is one of the biggest modern multidisciplinary universities in Germany. This university is one of eleven institutions in Germany that obtained the predicate as the “University of Excellence” by the German Universities Excellence Initiatives (Ziele der Exzellenzinitiative). One of the most widely known fields of study on this campus is engineering, particularly civil engineering. In this field, the Institute of Structural Analysis led by Prof. Kaliske became one of the laboratories that are often used as a reference in the civil engineering field, specifically in the field of structural analysis
In this public lecture, Prof. Kaliske, as the researcher who focuses on structural analysis, discussed the latest research done by his laboratory in the field of structural analysis. He also explained the related topics such as how internal and external tensile and pressing in a structure can affect that structure. In addition, he also explained how linear and nonlinear concrete block has its own challenge and aims when applying it.
This public lecture is a part of the Visiting Professor program initiated by the Department of Civil Engineering. In this program, Prof. Dr-Ing. Habil. Michael Kaliske became the guest lecture. In addition to the public lecture, other agendas are also present on this program including the MoA Signing with the Faculty of Engineering and BIMA research discussion. Hopefully, from this mission, the academics and lecturers in Civil Engineering and the Faculty of Engineering gained new knowledge and relationships from qualified foreign partners.
(14/8) The Department of Civil Engineering Universitas Diponegoro in collaboration with the Institute for Structural Analysis, Technische Universität Dresden, Germany, held a guest lecture with the title “Guest Lecture: Study and Research in Germany”. In this guest lecture, Prof. Dr-Ing. habil. Michael Kaliske from Technische Universität Dresden was appointed as the main speaker. Dr-Ing. Bobby Rio Indriyantho, S.T., M.T., a lecturer from Civil Engineering Undip, became the moderator. This guest lecture was attended by the Head of the Department of Civil Engineering, Prof. Jati Utomo Dwi Hatmoko, S.T., M.M., M.Sc., Ph.D, Head of Master Program of Civil Engineering, Prof. Dr. Ir. Suharyanto, M.Sc, students, and lecturers who are interested in topics regarding study and research in Germany. The guest lecture was held in the Department of Civil Engineering Hall, A101.
Technische Universität Dresden is a well-known campus in Germany and Europe. This can be seen from its ranking, where this campus is on the list of the top 20 campuses in Germany. This campus has a variety of highly regarded study programs in various fields, including Engineering, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Arts, and Humanities. Modern facilities are also provided including laboratories, a library, a sports center, and other supporting facilities. As one of the top campuses, Technische Universität Dresden is one of the most desirable campuses for many students, and this guest lecture was held to facilitate that.
In this guest lecture, Prof. Kaliske explained about the Technische Universität Dresden campus in Germany, the steps, and the conditions of studying in Germany starting from how to enter TU Dresden, requirements, fees, opportunities, to how to take educational programs such as Dipl.-Ing program, master’s program, and Ph.D program. In addition, he also explained about the latest research that is currently going on in Germany.
This guest lecture is a part of the Visiting Professor program initiated by the Department of Civil Engineering. In this program, Prof. Kaliske as the visiting professor conducted several activities, one of which was guest lectures. Besides that, there were several other activities including the MoA Signing between the Faculty of Engineering Undip and the Institute for Structural Analysis, TU Dresden, visiting the Structure Laboratory of the Department of Civil Engineering, and BIMA Research Discussion. The Visiting Professor program will be held from 10th August to 15th August.
(9/8) The Study Program of the Professional Program for Engineers (PSPPI) of the Faculty of Engineering Undip held the oath-taking ceremony for the ninth time. This oath-taking ceremony was held offline and online at the Engineering Hall, Dekanat Building 5th Floor. In this event, also present the Vice Rector of Resources, Prof. Dr.rer.nat. Heru Susanto, S.T., M.M., M.T. and the General Secretary of the Institution of Engineers Indonesia (PII), Ir. Bambang Goeritno, M.Sc, MPA, IPU, APEC Engineer, to supervise the oath-taking ceremony in this period.
At this time, PSPPI of the Faculty of Engineering Undip successfully graduated 193 new engineers from various regions to be ready to serve Indonesia. The Head of the PSPPI of the Faculty of Engineering Undip, Prof. Dr. Ir. Widayat, S.T, M.T, IPM, ASEAN Eng said PSPPI of the Faculty of Engineering Undip implemented a two-class system for this period, namely Regular-Compacted Class and Recognition of Past Learning (Rekognisi Pembelajaran Lampau, RPL). Those two classes aim to facilitate engineers with work experience that has not passed the minimum standard so that they can have the same good quality as those who have a lot of experience when they graduate. “In this period, we are conducting two classes. The first one is the Regular-Compacted class, which is for those with minimum experience. So we teach around 18 engineers for that class. Then the rest is the Recognition of Past Learning class which is taken in one semester,” said Prof. Widayat
He also added that for now, PSPPI of the Faculty of Engineering Undip is improving the quality of their teaching by preparing themselves to achieve the Excellent accreditation status. “We ask for your blessing and also help from the engineers who graduate from PSPPI of the Faculty of Engineering Undip to support us so that we can achieve the Excellent status in the future,” he said.
The General Secretary of the Institute of Engineers Indonesia (PII), Ir. Bambang Goeritno, M.Sc, MPA, IPU, APEC Engineer, delivered a speech in front of the engineers of PSPPI of the Faculty of Engineering
The General Secretary of the Institution of Engineers of Indonesia (PII), ), Ir. Bambang Goeritno, M.Sc, MPA, IPU, APEC Engineer, in his remarks, said that other professional programs for engineers, such as PSPPI of the Faculty of Engineering, is important to be held because it is related to the moral commitment to show professionalism while working in the real working. For him, any technical competencies are not enough to show professionalism. “Above one’s technical competence the professionalism. People may have high competence but not necessarily be professional. But, to be professional you need high competencies,” he said.
The Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Prof. Ir. M. Agung Wibowo, M.M, M.Sc, Ph.D hoped that in the future PSPPI of the Faculty of Engineering can collaborate with other professional engineering programs from other countries thus it can improve its quality and able to compete with global demands. “We also need to collaborate with other professional engineering programs abroad so that we can implement a credit transfer system. These are the keys to improving our human resources. Because after all, we are competing with Vietnam, we must be able to beat Thailand, because our infrastructure spending is quite large,” he said.
In this period, there are several academics from the Faculty of Engineering Undip who were also inaugurated as engineers. Some of them are the Head of Administration of the Faculty of Engineering Undip, Ir. Ari Eko Widyantoro, S.T, M.T, IPM, the Head of the Department of Electrical Engineering, Ir. Aghus Shofwan, S.T, M.T, Ph.D, IPU, and several lecturers from the Department of Civil Engineering, Department of Chemical Engineering, Department of Electrical Engineering, and Department of Naval Architecture. This shows how committed the Faculty of Engineering Undip in supporting the improvement of the competence of its academics so that they can provide better services and become a model for the students. “This is proof of how we also support our staff to continue their study. Because lifelong learning is one of the things we encourage in the Faculty of Engineering. Because for us, human resources are the key,” said Prof. Agung.
