TRKJJ Strengthens Student Competence Through Public Lecture with Regional Construction Practitioners

Ketapang, 14 November 2025 – The Road and Bridge Construction Engineering Technology (TRKJJ) Study Program at Politeknik Negeri Ketapang (Ketapang State Polytechnic) successfully held a Public Lecture titled “Technical and Managerial Challenges in Regency Road and Bridge Construction from the Perspective of Professional Practitioners”. This event served as an important opportunity for students to gain real-world insights into the regional construction industry, particularly in the highly complex road and bridge sector.

The public lecture featured two experienced speakers who provided in-depth presentations on the dynamics of regional infrastructure development: Ir. H. Masfar Merdas, M.Ec., Dev. and Ir. Yoseph Yustinus, MT.

The speakers outlined various technical challenges frequently encountered in the field, ranging from geographical conditions and construction planning to quality control. In addition to technical aspects, participants also gained insights into project management, cross-stakeholder coordination, and effective decision-making to ensure projects are completed on schedule and meet established standards.

The discussion was interactive, enriching students' perspectives on the importance of combining technical expertise with managerial capabilities to achieve high-quality and sustainable infrastructure. Through this activity, the TRKJJ Study Program further strengthens its commitment to producing competent, adaptable graduates who are ready to compete in the professional world. (Finn)