Misamis University and Universitas Persada Indonesia Successfully Held International Virtual Joint Lecture on Engineering
Misamis University (MU) collaborated with Universitas Persada Indonesia YAI (UPI YAI) to successfully hold an international Virtual Joint Lecture on Advancing Sustainable Engineering Projects on November 28, 2024, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Philippine Standard Time) via Zoom. The lecture focused on sustainable engineering construction, natural resource conservation, renewable energy use, and environmental protection—topics that are highly relevant in today's context, as they address the pressing issues of climate change and carbon footprint reduction, which align with the United Nations’ priority agendas.
A total of 80 engineering students (70 Civil Engineering and 10 Electrical Engineering students) from MU, along with 80 engineering students from UPI YAI, participated in the event. At MU, participants gathered at the Instructional Media Center to watch and listen to the lecture on a screen, while UPI YAI students joined individually via their devices.
The event featured three distinguished speakers from both institutions. Dr. Hari Nugraha Nurjaman, M.T., a faculty member of the UPI YAI College of Engineering, represented UPI YAI as a resource speaker. Meanwhile, Engr. Murphy Saumat and Engr. Noelben Alagano from MU’s College of Engineering and Technology delivered lectures on renewable energy. Dr. Lloyd Ranises of MU and Ms. Dewi Syukriah of UPI YAI facilitated their respective students during the event.
Dr. Nurjaman delivered the first lecture, titled "Construction Technology Precast for Sustainable Infrastructure in Indonesia." He framed his discussion around the challenges of climate change and emphasized the importance of sustainable construction in civil engineering.
His presentation focused on precast construction technology, which involves manufacturing construction components off-site in a controlled environment before transporting and assembling them on-site. He highlighted precast elements such as beams, columns, walls, slabs, and even entire building modules as crucial innovations in sustainable infrastructure.
The materials used for making these precast structures are largely recyclable, reducing solid waste and promoting sustainability. This method not only minimizes waste but also allows materials to be reused through recycling. Thus, it aligns with the "reduce, reuse, and recycle" principle, contributing to a greener and more sustainable environment.
Dr. Nurjaman’s lecture had three key components. He showcased video clips of high- performance precast seismic systems, mass production of precast low-cost housing, and earthquake testing on precast structures. The full-scale earthquake test on a precast building, shown in the video, was particularly noteworthy, as such large-scale demonstrations are rare and represent a significant advancement in engineering.
Then, he shared qualitative and quantitative research supporting the sustainability of precast construction. The qualitative findings focused on climate impact, material reuse, and chemical pollutants, while the quantitative analysis examined construction energy efficiency and environmental impact, highlighting the earthquake-resistant properties of precast structures.
Lastly, Dr. Nurjaman emphasized that precast technology aligns with Indonesia’s green construction criteria. The research findings contributed to the integration of precast construction into the Green Building Code of Indonesia, which mandates compliance for all engineering constructions in the country.
Following the first lecture, Engr. Murphy Saumat delivered a talk on "Wave Energy." He emphasized that the Philippines, as an archipelagic country, possesses vast coastal territories rich in wave energy potential.
He discussed the global adoption of wave energy technology in countries such as the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and various European Union nations. He also explained that the Philippines has high potential to harness this renewable energy source for sustainable power generation. However, he noted that the country's geographic and climatic conditions pose challenges to its implementation.
One major challenge is the Philippines' vulnerability to storms and extreme weather events, which could affect investments in wave energy technology. Additionally, the high cost of infrastructure and technological development presents further obstacles.
Despite these challenges, Engr. Saumat emphasized that the exploration and development of wave energy remain crucial for the country's sustainable energy future.
The final lecture was delivered by Engr. Noelben Alagano on "Tidal Energy," another abundant and renewable energy source in the Philippines. He discussed the global shift toward in-stream tidal energy generation, highlighting successful projects in South Korea, France, Canada, China, Russia, and the United Kingdom.
As evidence of this trend, he cited the establishment of the European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC) in Orkney, Scotland—the world's largest facility for testing wave and tidal technologies. Engr. Alagano also discussed the Philippines' planned tidal power generation plant on Capul Island, Northern Samar, a project initiated through a collaboration between Inyanga Marine Energy Group and San Bernardino Ocean Power Corp. The facility is expected to provide power for approximately 10 hours per day by harnessing tidal movements.
However, he noted that geographic challenges, such as frequent storms and natural calamities in Philippine coastal areas, pose obstacles to implementing tidal energy projects. Hence, he emphasized the need for further research and strategic investment to overcome these challenges and promote tidal energy as a viable renewable resource.
The Virtual Joint Lecture successfully brought together students and faculty from Misamis University and Universitas Persada Indonesia YAI to explore innovative and sustainable engineering solutions. By facilitating knowledge exchange and collaboration, the lecture shed light on the importance of engineering innovations in addressing global sustainability challenges, particularly in the context of climate change and increasing carbon footprints.
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