Semarang, April 26, 2024 – Diponegoro University, Semarang, celebrates a new milestone in vocational education with the inauguration of the Teaching Factory Workshop Building and two new workshops attended by the Rector of Diponegoro University, Prof. Dr. Yos Johan Utama, S.H., M.Hum., as well as other university leaders. The event, held on Friday, April 26, 2024, marks an important moment in the development of industrial electrical engineering education at the university.

The inauguration of the Teaching Factory Workshop Building signifies Diponegoro University’s commitment to enhancing the quality of vocational education that is relevant to the demands of the current industry. This inauguration was warmly welcomed by the Dean of the Vocational School, Prof. Dr. Ir. Budiyono, M.Si., who sees it as a significant milestone in advancing industrial electrical engineering education in the region.

In addition to the inauguration of the main building, two new Industrial Electrical Engineering workshops were also inaugurated, namely the Renewable Energy Workshop and the Microcontroller and Programming Workshop. The presence of these workshops marks a progressive step in facing the increasingly changing challenges of the industry, demanding more specialized skills.

In his speech, Rector Prof. Dr. Yos Johan Utama, S.H., M.Hum., stated, “The inauguration of the Teaching Factory Workshop Building and two new workshops is not only an achievement for the university but also for the industry and society. We are committed to producing graduates who are ready to contribute to continuous change.”

Dean of the Vocational School, Prof. Dr. Ir. Budiyono, M.Si., also expressed appreciation for this initiative, stating, “We are very grateful for the support provided by university leadership in the development of vocational education infrastructure. These new workshops will open up broader opportunities for students to acquire knowledge and skills in line with technological advancements.”

The inauguration event was highlighted by demonstrations of innovative products created by students, both in the Renewable Energy Workshop and the Microcontroller and Programming Workshop. Invited guests, including industry representatives and communities, were invited to witness student achievements and build closer cooperation in supporting vocational education.

The inauguration of the Teaching Factory Workshop Building and two new workshops marks an important milestone in the journey of the Vocational School of Diponegoro University, Semarang, in preparing the next generation ready to face challenges and seize opportunities in an increasingly complex and dynamic job market.