Jakarta, April 6–7, 2026 – Dr. Arifin Dwi Saputro, S.T.P., M.Sc., Ph.D., IPM., ASEAN Eng., Head of the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DTPB), Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FTP UGM), attended the 2026 LAM Teknik Stakeholder Meeting held in Jakarta.
In this forum, he participated in his capacity as Chair of the Forum of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Study Programs Indonesia (FPTPBI), which represents various study programs in the field across Indonesia.
Aligning Understanding of LAM Teknik Accreditation
The 2026 LAM Teknik Stakeholder Meeting aimed to align understanding, strengthen professional networks, and harmonize stakeholder perspectives regarding LAM Teknik accreditation instruments.
Key discussion topics included:
- Study program curriculum
- Capstone design
- Basic science
- Occupational health, safety, and environment (OHSE/K3L)
These aspects are considered essential in supporting the implementation of engineering education that meets accreditation standards.
The Role of FPTPBI in Strengthening Engineering Education
The involvement of FPTPBI in this forum is important to ensure that all member study programs share a common understanding in interpreting the parameters used as standards in LAM Teknik accreditation.
As Chair of FPTPBI, Dr. Arifin Dwi Saputro plays a role in bridging the aspirations of agricultural and biosystems engineering study programs in Indonesia, particularly in responding to evolving policies and accreditation instruments.
In addition, the forum serves as a platform to gather input and discuss study program curriculum structures, including their alignment with LAM Teknik criteria in achieving excellent accreditation.
Enhancing the Quality and Relevance of Higher Education
Participation in the 2026 LAM Teknik Stakeholder Meeting reflects the involvement of DTPB FTP UGM in national forums focused on improving the quality of engineering higher education.
Through this engagement, DTPB FTP UGM contributes to the process of aligning accreditation standards while strengthening the linkage between policy, academic needs, and implementation at the study program level.
A shared understanding of accreditation instruments is an important step in supporting education systems that are aligned with both academic requirements and practical field needs, particularly in agricultural and biosystems engineering.
