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| UMM Faculty of Engineering inaugurated Center of Excellence (CoE) Solar Power Plant (PLTS) (Photo: Syifa Public relations) |
Uncertainty in the stock of fossil energy and the high set prices have become one of the problems lately, likewise, with the world political conditions getting worse. In response to this, the Faculty of Engineering (FT) Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang (UMM) launched the Center of Excellence (CoE) for Solar Power Generation (PLTS) on Tuesday (12/3). This class has also attracted a series of Business and Industrial Worlds (DUDI) to expedite its implementation.
The Dean of FT UMM, Prof. Ir. Ilyas Masudin, MLogSCM., P.hD., mentioned that educational institutions are now required to lead students to success. In addition, it is also in charge of producing superior, qualified, independent, and professional human resources (HR). It was coupled with the development of the industrial world and increasingly advanced technology.
Ilyas, his nickname, also stated that there is no other choice but to prepare alternative energy sources. He is especially considering the dwindling availability of fossil energy. Therefore, a change in the mindset of environmentally friendly energy needs to be encouraged, even with the preparation of human resources who understand new and renewable energy (EBT).
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FT Kampus Putih finally decided to present a PLTS center of excellence to answer these problems. Inviting several companies to develop a curriculum that suits industry needs and complements students' abilities. PT Adidaya Abadi Sentosa and PT Alfa Mekatronik are two of the many names committed.
"Even this semester, we have implemented a block system curriculum. This system allows the presence of teachers from practitioners, not only academics. The participants are also not only students, but the general public can also participate and learn about EBT Solar and Solar Power Plants (PLTS)," he said.
In the PLTS class, participants will get exciting materials such as development planning and the construction of PLTS installations. Then there are also materials related to its operation and maintenance on an ongoing basis. At the end of the CoE process, the participants will also take the PLTS competency test, which is officially recognized by the National Professional Certification Agency (BNSP) through the related scheme.
"The participants will be given direct experience in DUDI for six months. That way, they can feel and understand everything about PV mini-grid better," he added.
On the other hand, as the President Director of PT Adidaya Abadi Sentosa, Paulus also briefly explained the challenges of PLTS. Generally, EBT must be faced. It starts with a relatively significant investment. This large investment in renewable energy will provide competitive returns in the long term. Then another challenge is that there are still many regulations that are not in sync with the development of EBT.
"The capability of industrial services is also felt lacking and inadequate. Likewise, with subsidies and the availability of fossil energy, which is still a lot, making policy decisions run slowly. Who must also improve the readiness and quality of human resources immediately," he added.
So, according to him, this is the right time for White Campus students to take on a role. Mainly in implementing EBT into better energy. In addition, it also equips itself with qualified engineering skills so that NRE can be good substitute energy and protect the surrounding environment. (apg/Syi/Wil)
