First-year students of the SBM ITB had the opportunity to visit various ITB laboratories on the Ganesha and Jatinangor Campuses on Wednesday (14/5). This visit was part of the Business Management and Entrepreneurship course, designed to help students understand the importance of collaboration between various fields, particularly in bridging the technical and strategic aspects of business.
The various laboratories visited included those of the School of Life Sciences and Technology (SITH) and the School of Pharmacy (SF) on the Jatinangor Campus, as well as the laboratories of the School of Electrical Engineering & Information Technology (STEI) and the Faculty of Arts & Design (FSRD) on the Ganesha Campus. Upon arrival at the laboratory, the students observed and gathered information about the laboratory’s objectives, benefits, and technologies in order to identify potential solutions they could apply to the companies they studied.
Each laboratory has a distinct approach and focus tailored to its field of study. In the Textile Craft Laboratory of the Faculty of Fine Arts and Design (FSRD), students can learn about the types of textiles, their sources of materials, and the challenges faced in making “sustainable” materials.
Students visited the Biological Production System Design Laboratory at SITH. This laboratory focuses on being a research hub for the design of production systems that utilize biological agents, including plants, microbes, and animals. Students learn how microalgae can be used to produce natural oil products, fertilizers, vaccines, and oils. These innovations offer promising solutions that can be optimized for farmers and agricultural companies.
Meanwhile, at the IC Design Center Laboratory of STEI, students gain insight into the world of semiconductors and integrated circuit technology. Here, SBM students learn how chips can be designed and integrated into various technological devices. In addition to technical aspects, students can gain an understanding of the challenges faced by various local technology industries, such as limited facilities and the complexity of regulations in Indonesia.
The last visit was to the SF laboratory, where students attended a guest lecture from the representatives of the Lunaray Beauty Factory. They learned the workflow between brand owners and factories, as well as the manufacturing process of beauty products, including makeup and skincare.
