Universitas Prasetiya Mulya’s recent launch of its Energy Engineering programme encompasses interdisciplinary areas of physical science, mathematics and engineering with economic and environmental engineering practises. The syllabus covers chemical and biochemical processes, sustainable development, thermodynamic and renewable energy. With Indonesia seeking to steer away from commodity-based exports, the country showcases great potential for renewable energy production to cater to its domestic demand for energy.
The degree programme prepares graduates to be successful energy industry leaders and apply their knowledge creatively to confront the global challenges of energy supply and demand. Students are taught the importance of utilising energy efficiently through the study of energy systems such as wind, solar and geothermal. Energy engineers are becoming more sought-after as they discover valuable renewable forms of energy and reduce the dependency on finite fossil fuels. Graduates of this degree programme are also not limited to the renewable energy sector but can also be employed in oil and gas extraction.
As a country with a growing middle-class demographic, a critical component of Indonesia’s economic development is its ability to harness sustainable sources of energy. Therefore, throughout their studies students are also taught sustainable methods to operate manufacturing processes. This involves applying their skills to improve lighting systems, efficient cooling properties and insulation of buildings. Through their thorough auditing of energy usage, energy engineers from Universitas Prasetiya Mulya can provide solutions to reduce energy waste among Indonesian companies and industries.