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FGD of the Mechanical Engineering Study Program in Preparing Technical Guidelines for MBKM Curriculum Collaboration with Similar Study Program Partners Outside PT (UJB Yogyakarta) and DuDi (Bengkel Berdikari)

  • 22 Aug 2024
  • Berita Kampus

Surabaya, 22 August 2024

Located at Bella Hotel Surabaya, in an effort to strengthen the implementation of the Independent Learning Campus (MBKM) program, the Mechanical Engineering Study Program, Faculty of Engineering, Wijaya Putra University held a Forum Group Discussion (FGD) to develop technical guidelines for independent MBKM curriculum collaboration with partners. This activity was attended by representatives from Janabadra University Yogyakarta and Bengkel Berdikari Surabaya. This FGD aims to formulate concrete steps in establishing effective collaboration between universities and partners in the context of developing the MBKM curriculum. Through in-depth discussions, the FGD participants sought to reach agreement regarding: Scope of cooperation, cooperation mechanisms, as well as evaluation and sustainability of other cooperation programs.

Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Ong Andre Wahyu Riyanto, ST., MT., said that this FGD was an important step in realizing the university's vision to produce graduates who are competent and ready to face the challenges of the world of work. "With these technical guidelines, it is hoped that collaboration with partners can be more structured and provide optimal benefits for students," he said.

Furthermore, the Public Relations & Cooperation Bureau, Surya Priyambudi, S.Pd., M.Pd., also expressed his appreciation for the initiatives carried out by the Mechanical Engineering Study Program. "This collaboration is a real form of synergy between the world of education and the world of industry. "We are committed to fully supporting the MBKM program and contributing to the development of quality human resources," he said.

The expected results of this FGD are the formation of technical guidelines for independent MBKM curriculum collaboration that are comprehensive and easy to understand, the establishment of a strong commitment between universities and partners in implementing the MBKM program, and increasing the quality and relevance of the MBKM program to the needs of the world of work.

With this technical guideline, it is hoped that more students will be able to take advantage of the opportunity to develop competencies through the MBKM program. Apart from that, collaboration with partners is also expected to strengthen the relevance of graduates to the needs of the job market and encourage innovation in the field of higher education.