Students from the Polytechnic of Energy and Mineral (PEM) Akamigas carried out a study excursion to the Petrophysics Laboratory and the Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) Laboratory of Institut Teknologi Bandung on January 27, 2026. This activity was part of the learning program for the Even Semester of the 2025/2026 Academic Year and aimed to provide direct experience in the application of petroleum engineering and technology subsurface.
Background of the Activity
The Polytechnic of Energy and Mineral (PEM) Akamigas is a vocational higher education institution in the field of energy, oil, and gas under the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources. One of the programs offered is the Diploma IV Program in Oil and Gas Production Engineering.
As part of the academic agenda for the Even Semester of the 2025/2026 Academic Year, PEM Akamigas conducted an academic visit in the form of a study excursion to the Petrophysics Laboratory and the Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) Laboratory of Institut Teknologi Bandung. This activity served as a direct learning opportunity for students to understand the application of knowledge in research activities, commercial projects, and challenges within Indonesia’s oil and gas industry.
Collaboration between OGRINDO ITB and the EOR ITB Laboratory
This academic visit was carried out through the synergy between the EOR ITB Laboratory and OGRINDO ITB as part of the subsurface research and technology development ecosystem at Institut Teknologi Bandung. This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to supporting academic activities, human resource development, and knowledge dissemination in the field of energy and petroleum engineering.
Through this collaboration, the EOR ITB Laboratory serves as a research-based learning facility, while OGRINDO ITB supports the integration of laboratory activities with applied research contexts and broader scientific development.
Implementation of the Academic Visit
The academic visit was attended by students of the Oil and Gas Production Engineering Program at PEM Akamigas who were enrolled in the Practical Enhanced Oil Recovery and Practical Formation Evaluation courses. A total of 59 students, accompanied by supervising lecturers, participated in the series of activities conducted at the EOR ITB Laboratory.
During the visit, students received explanations regarding laboratory facilities, testing activities, and an overview of research and technology development, particularly in the analysis of rock physical properties and chemical enhanced oil recovery. Direct interaction between students and the laboratory environment became an essential part of the practice-based learning process.
Date and Location of the Activity
The academic visit of PEM Akamigas students to the EOR ITB Laboratory was conducted on:
Date: January 27, 2026
Location: Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) Laboratory, ITB Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) ITB
All activities were carried out in an orderly and well-coordinated manner in accordance with the applicable laboratory regulations.
Closing
The implementation of this academic visit highlights the importance of collaboration between vocational education institutions and university research environments in supporting the enhancement of student competencies. The synergy between PEM Akamigas, the EOR ITB Laboratory, and OGRINDO ITB is expected to continue as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen learning, research, and technology development in the field of energy and petroleum engineering.
For institutions, industry partners, or other parties interested in establishing collaboration, further discussions, or obtaining information regarding research activities and laboratory facilities, please contact OGRINDO ITB via email at info@ogrindoitb.com or the EOR ITB Laboratory at labifteoritb@gmail.com.