On May 20, 2024, the Sewon Bantul Yogyakarta PIALAM Wastewater Treatment Plant became the location for a field visit as part of an aquatic microbiology practicum. The visit was attended by 36 students and 4 practicum assistants, accompanied by the Practicum Supervisor, Nur Akbar Arofatullah, S.P., M.Biotech., Ph.D. The event began with welcoming remarks from the supervisor and representatives of the PIALAM Wastewater Treatment Plant, who warmly greeted the group. Following the welcome, a presentation was given on the Sequencing Batch Reactor (SBR) system used by the plant for domestic wastewater treatment in Yogyakarta city.
After the presentation, the participants were guided to observe various facilities at the PIALAM Wastewater Treatment Plant. They visited the domestic wastewater intake area, where they could see the initial stages of the treatment process. Then, they were taken to the equalization pond, which functions to balance the quality and quantity of wastewater before it enters the next stage. In the SBR tank, they witnessed the biological process of wastewater treatment, which is the core of the plant’s treatment system. Additionally, they visited the maturation pond, the sludge management area, and the control room, where all processes are monitored and controlled. This visit provided practical insights and enriched students’ understanding of wastewater treatment technology, as well as the importance of effective and environmentally friendly wastewater management.
This synergy is a strong evidence to achieve the goal of SDG 4: Quality Education and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals.