Semester Abroad Engineering
Bali, Indonesia
DURATION
15 Weeks
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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EARLIEST START DATE
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TUITION FEES
USD 2,100
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Introduction
Apart from the classic technical and constructive tasks, engineers in Indonesia have to deal with special challenges: due to their location along the so-called „Pacific Ring of Fire“, the Indonesian islands are exposed to frequent earth movements. One of the most important components of the engineer’s work is the development and implementation of earthquake-resistant buildings and constructions. Particular attention is also given to sustainability and the use of natural materials. Indonesia is excellent as a research area. Especially in Bali is a steadily growing movement that focuses on sustainability. In addition, the course focuses on the development of urban traffic in Southeast Asia, alternative industrial technologies, and manufacturing processes.
The 15-week class “Southeast Asian Engineering” combines lectures, exercises, and excursions. It reveals the special challenges of planning and construction in the tropics and teaches how to develop individual concepts for these particular requirements.
Universitas Udayana
The tropical environment of the “Island Paradise” Bali as well as the strong international orientation of Udayana University attract hundreds of students annually and make Bali a unique place to study abroad.
15 Weeks
This fifteen-week program combines English lectures and guest presentations, weekly excursions and workshops, leisure activities, and cultural events.
8 Subjects
8 subjects lend insight to planning, building, and construction in Southeast Asian countries – be it earthquake science, natural materials, renewable energies, urban transportation, or alternative processes and technologies.
30 Credit Points
Within the Southeast Asian Engineering program, you can receive up to 30 credit points. All credits are transferable to the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) and other credit systems such as the US credit system.
How is the course organized?
The semester is composed of
- Lectures in English
- Excursions
- Workshops
- Language course in “Bahasa Indonesia”
- Selected cultural events
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Ideal Students
The program is aimed at international students in the fields of:
- Civil Engineering
- Building and Construction
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechanics
- Mechatronics
- Electrical Technology
- Renewable Energies
- Environmental Engineering
- Related faculties
- also, professionals are welcome to join the course
Admissions
Curriculum
Renewable Energy & Sustainability (5 ECTS)
The course aims to introduce the basic concepts, principles, uses, and challenges of various renewable energy sources and devices including bio-energy, solar energy, wind energy, micro-hydro, wave and tidal power, geothermal, and fuel cells. Students will develop the ability to identify, formulate, and solve simple to complex problems of renewable energy conversion. Students will know and understand contemporary issues about energy, the environment, and society from global perspectives.
Material Science I Natural Materials & Materials of the Tropics (5 ECTS)
The objective of the course is to introduce students to the natural materials available and being used in tropical countries such as Indonesia and to provide them with knowledge of the properties (mechanical, electrical, and structural characteristics) of these materials. Students are encouraged to actively participate in the main discussion on green & sustainable concepts of materials, as well as in developing innovative applications.
Student Project I Individual Research (5 ECTS)
Students will be given a specific ongoing project/program/task related to their study background (Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering). Students who prefer to conduct the subject through research must select a particular research topic independently. The project in both approaches (by project or research) has to be agreed with a professor. Each student will be guided by a professor or experts related to their study.
If possible, the selected project/topic/research should use a case study of Bali’s present condition taken from different sectors and angles in comparison to the student’s home country development. Upon completion of the research, students are expected to submit a research paper of a minimum of 20 pages and to present their research progress or findings during the class seminars. Students must discuss the progress of their research project with the relevant professors every week. The project progress must meet the weekly target agreed upon at the beginning of the course.
Bahasa Indonesia (5 ECTS)
The Indonesian language (Bahasa Indonesia) is the national language of Indonesia. The language connects the inhabitants of the country, which counts around 500 individual languages and dialects in the different regions. Students will learn basics and helpful sentences, which are useful for everyday situations.
Earthquake Science (5 ECTS)
Indonesia is located at the so-called "Pacific Ring of Fire", a volcanic belt that encircles the Pacific Ocean on three sides. Along this belt, slight or heavy earthquakes can occur. Architecture and structures have to be able to respond to the earth's movements. The course "Earthquake Science and Engineering " analyses different types of earthquakes, shows solutions for building structures, and develops site-specific architectural principles. All are based on seismic hazard analyses and their evaluation.
Urban Transportation (5 ECTS)
The course is intended to acquaint students with relevant issues, challenges, and prospects of urban transport in South East Asian countries for which Bali is considered as the case study area. Students are allowed to study and investigate systems and conceptions meticulously and discuss sustainability.
Industrial Technology (5 ECTS)
The course aims to introduce various technologies supporting traditional and modern industries. It emphasizes managing the potentials and challenges in practical uses of electrical, computer, mechanical, and construction technologies. Students will gain a general understanding of product styling, computer-aided manufacturing, and the use of local materials.
Manufacturing Process (5 ECTS)
In this course, students get to know the conventional manufacturing process technology and non-conventional technologies for the manufacture of gamelan products and how to apply them. Students will learn to understand the metallurgy and heat treatment of gamelan material and how the parameters that influence it are devoted to the metal forming and casting processes.
Program Outcome
At the end of the program, students who satisfactorily complete all course requirements will be awarded certificates as follows:
- A Certificate stating that the student has attended the program.
- An Academic Transcript showing the student’s performance in the program. The grades in the transcript are the final marks.
- A Certificate stating that the student has participated in workshops and academic excursions (on request).
Program Tuition Fee
Why study at StudyInBali
By spending a semester abroad in Bali you will:
- Get insights into the peculiarities of engineering in the tropics and Southeast Asia
- Experience Tropical Living in Bali through workshops and excursions
- Earn up to 30 credit points
- Meet students from around the world
- Gain valuable insights into the cultural diversity of Indonesia