The Department of Electrical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Brawijaya (FTUB) hosted the Capstone Design Project (CDP) Exhibition 2024 on Friday, November 29, 2024, at Building A, Rooms 2.4 to 2.6.
This event marked the culmination of project-based learning for final-year students in the Department of Electrical Engineering. It showcased innovative works from 43 teams involving more than 170 students.
The Vice Dean officially opened the exhibition for Academic Affairs of FTUB, Dr. Eng. Ir. Indradi Wijatmiko, M.Eng. (Prac). In his opening remarks, Dr. Indradi expressed his appreciation for the dedication of the students and supervising lecturers in developing creative projects that provide solutions to various challenges in the field of electrical engineering.
“This CDP is a platform to demonstrate that students not only understand theoretical concepts but are also capable of applying them into tangible, beneficial creations,” he stated.
The event featured various innovative projects, ranging from Internet of Things (IoT)-based technologies and automation systems to renewable energy applications. The exhibition was also designed to encourage interdisciplinary collaboration and prepare students for the challenges of Industry 4.0.
Adharul Muttaqin, S.T., M.T., the person in charge and coordinator of the Capstone Project, explained that this exhibition served as the final stage of the Project Design 2 course activities.
Visitors to the exhibition, including lecturers, students, and industry partners, gave positive feedback on the creativity and quality of the projects on display. Some projects even garnered special attention from companies for further development.
One alumnus and industry practitioner present at the event, Komarodin (TEUB Class of 2000), shared his thoughts on the significance of the exhibition. He mentioned that the CDP Exhibition 2024 serves as an inspiring platform that bridges academia with real-world societal and industrial needs.
“I’ve already purchased two products, one of which is a swallow bird alarm system designed to prevent theft. This also serves as a testing ground, and if successful, we hope it can soon be commercialized,” Komar said during the event.
The CDP Exhibition 2024 not only served as an evaluation platform for students but also provided an opportunity to expand networks and open doors for collaboration between academia and industry.
