Mataram, University of Mataram – The Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Mataram (FT Unram) organized a Training Mechanic Challenge sponsored by Pertamina and is a form of collaboration between Porsche Sprint Challenge Indonesia and FT Unram. The event took place at the Mechanical Engineering Department Meeting Room on Thursday (31/10).

The event was attended by the Porsche Sprint Challenge Indonesia team, Pertamina representatives, the Dean of FT Unram, the Vice Dean for Student Affairs and Alumni, the Head of the Mechanical Engineering Department, and ten students from the Unram Mechanical Engineering department.

Training Mechanic Challenge is a training given to ten FT Unram students who have been selected to work as an intern mechanic during the four series of Porsche Sprint Challenge Indonesia. These ten students get a rare opportunity to learn practically about mechanical engineering from experienced instructors from Pertamina and Porsche Sprint Challenge Indonesia.

Dean of FT Unram, Muhamad Syamsu Iqbal, S.T., M.T., Ph.D., revealed, “This hands-on training is the core of this event. We want students to not only learn theory, but also understand the practical application in the industrial world.”

During the training session, students were given various mechanical training challenges to complete. They are accompanied by experts who guide and provide direct feedback, allowing students to directly apply the knowledge they have learned.

The collaboration with Pertamina and Porsche Sprint Challenge Indonesia is vital to give students real-world experience. This is a big step in preparing them to face challenges in the professional world.

With this program, Unram students are expected to expand their practical skills, increase creativity, and strengthen teamwork abilities. The Training Mechanic Challenge event is expected to be the first step in creating graduates who are ready to face the demands of the industry with adequate skills.