Associate Professor MD Shahriar Hossain
Course overview
- Study period
- Summer Semester, 2025 (03/01/2026 - 15/02/2026)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Mech & Mine Engineering School
This course is offered on an occasional basis.
Topics and content to be determined by student interest and availability of visiting staff. For details, consult course coordinator. For information about how to enrol in this course, please email studentenquiries@mechmining.uq.edu.au.
This program will provide successful undergraduate students with the opportunity to travel to Indonesia for a short-term study experience hosted at the Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB). Students will attend a series of lectures at ITB covering Advanced Manufacturing Processes with an emphasis on Indonesia’s growing defense, renewable energy, and digital industries, alongside Indonesian Language and Culture. The academic program will be delivered by leading ITB faculty members with expertise in engineering, manufacturing, and cultural studies.
The experience will be complemented by industry tours to key Indonesian companies including PT PINDAD (Defense Industry), Heksa Hydro (Renewable Energy), PT LEN (Electronics, IoT, and Automation), PT Surya Energi Indotama (Solar panel manufacturer), PT Dirgantara Indonesia (aerospace industry), PT Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Indonesia (Car manufacturing and automation) and PT Len Railway Systems (Railway Manufacturing and Automation). These visits will provide students with first-hand insights into Indonesia’s industrial capacity, technological advances, and innovation in applied manufacturing sectors.
Through the combination of lectures and site visits, students will gain an appreciation of the scale, diversity, and technological capability of Indonesian industries as well as the cultural and social context in which they operate. The program will enhance vocational awareness and intercultural competence, equipping future engineering professionals with a deeper understanding of Indonesia as a regional partner in advanced manufacturing.
Participation in the program will be based on a merit-driven selection process, with selected students formally permitted to enrol. Travel will be supported by the New Colombo Plan Mobility Project.
Course requirements
Assumed background
Students enrolled in this course must have gone through the competitive application process and satisfy the eligibility requirements of the New Colombo Plan (NCP) grant guidelines.
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
Permission of Head of School
Course staff
Course coordinator
Lecturer
Associate Professor MD Shahriar Hossain
Aims and outcomes
The aims of this course are to (1) imbue you with an increased understanding of the type and scale of industry and the quality and nature of the educational institutions within the host country and (2) introduce you to another culture within the context of the engineering and manufacturing industries.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Apply your communication skills in a cross-cultural environment to synthesise an understanding of engineering issues related to the host country’s manufacturing.
LO2.
Evaluate strengths in the current approach to manufacturing in the host country and create a strategy for transferring these strengths to an Australian manufacturing environment.
LO3.
Evaluate the similarities and differences in academic and professional engineering practice between the host country and Australia.
LO4.
Work collaboratively in a group environment to synthesise, summarise and communicate information relating to cross-cultural experiences.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presentation |
Summary Presentation
|
30% |
6/02/2026 4:00 pm |
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation | Final Report | 60% |
17/02/2026 4:00 pm |
| Quiz |
In Class Quiz
|
10% |
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied in order to receive a specific grade for the course. Check the assessment details for more information about hurdle requirements.
Assessment details
Summary Presentation
- Hurdle
- Identity Verified
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance, Oral
- Category
- Presentation
- Weight
- 30%
- Due date
6/02/2026 4:00 pm
- Other conditions
- Secure.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04
Task description
A summary presentation of the exchange will be presented at ITB/Bandung. This presentation will be a group based exercise (approx. 3 per group) with 10 minutes for the presentation and 5 minutes for questions. Options for the presentation and assessment criteria will be discussed at the information session.
If, for whatever reason, you find that your group is not functioning effectively, please contact the course coordinator for support.
Please refer to Blackboard for the location and detailed marking criteria.
A minimum of 40% must be achieved on the presentation to receive a passing grade.
Please Note: The presentation will be recorded for marking purposes per UQ Policy.
AI Statement
This assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of AI or MT may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Hurdle requirements
A minimum of 40% must be achieved on the presentation to receive a passing grade.Submission guidelines
Presentation slides must be submitted to Backboard after the presentation (1 upload per group). Presentations will be recorded.
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Deferrals are not permitted as the assessment takes place abroad and is marked by academics at the host institution.
If there are exceptional circumstances you may apply for an exemption. An exemption for the presentation must be requested via Si-net.
Late submission
You will receive a mark of 0 if this assessment is submitted late.
The nature of a presentation in front of an audience does not allow for a submission later than the due date.
Final Report
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- 60%
- Due date
17/02/2026 4:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03
Task description
Students will prepare an individual report of approximately eight pages that captures their key learning experiences during the program in Indonesia. The report will combine personal reflections with an in-depth profile of one of the host companies visited—such as PT PINDAD, Heksa Hydro, PT LEN, or PT Len Railway Systems. The profile may include a historical perspective on the company’s development or a comparative analysis with a similar enterprise in Australia, highlighting differences in scale, strategy, or innovation.
The report is expected to demonstrate critical engagement with both technical and cultural insights gained through the program. Specifically, students will:
- Evaluate the strengths of current approaches to advanced manufacturing in Indonesia and propose strategies for how these practices could inform or be transferred into an Australian context.
- Compare and contrast academic and professional engineering practices in Indonesia and Australia, identifying both shared principles and distinctive differences shaped by cultural, industrial, and educational contexts.
Please refer to Blackboard for detailed marking criteria.
This reflective assessment will encourage students to integrate technical, professional, and intercultural perspectives, deepening their understanding of Indonesia’s role as a regional partner in advanced manufacturing.
Marking Rubric – NCP Indonesia Program Report (100%)
1. Reflection on Learning Experiences (20%)
- Excellent (16–20): Provides thoughtful, critical, and well-structured reflections on personal and professional learning in Indonesia, integrating cultural, technical, and vocational insights.
- Good (11–15): Reflections are clear and relevant, with some integration of cultural and technical insights.
- Satisfactory (6–10): Reflections are descriptive rather than analytical; limited connection between experience and learning outcomes.
- Poor (0–5): Minimal or superficial reflection; lacks evidence of meaningful engagement with program experiences.
2. Company Profile and Comparative Analysis (25%)
- Excellent (21–25): Offers a detailed, accurate profile of one company with strong historical or comparative analysis, effectively linking to an equivalent Australian context.
- Good (16–20): Provides a clear and relevant company profile with some comparative insights.
- Satisfactory (11–15): Profile is descriptive, with limited depth or weak comparative analysis.
- Poor (0–10): Incomplete, inaccurate, or lacks meaningful analysis of company operations or comparison.
3. Evaluation of Indonesian Manufacturing Strengths and Application to Australia (25%)
- Excellent (21–25): Provides a rigorous evaluation of Indonesia’s manufacturing strengths with innovative, practical strategies for transfer to Australian contexts.
- Good (16–20): Identifies key strengths with some discussion of potential application to Australia.
- Satisfactory (11–15): Identifies some strengths but discussion of transferability is vague or limited.
- Poor (0–10): Minimal or superficial analysis; fails to link findings to Australian context.
4. Comparison of Academic and Professional Engineering Practices (20%)
- Excellent (16–20): Insightful, evidence-based comparison highlighting both similarities and differences, with strong cultural and professional context.
- Good (11–15): Clear comparison with some cultural or professional insight.
- Satisfactory (6–10): Basic comparison, mostly descriptive with little depth.
- Poor (0–5): Incomplete or superficial comparison; lacks meaningful analysis.
5. Structure, Presentation, and Academic Writing (10%)
- Excellent (9–10): Report is very well structured, concise, and clearly written; strong use of references, visuals, and professional formatting.
- Good (7–8): Generally well structured and clear, with minor lapses in clarity or formatting.
- Satisfactory (5–6): Adequate structure and readability; some issues with flow, referencing, or formatting.
- Poor (0–4): Poorly structured, unclear writing, missing references or weak formatting.
AI Statement
This task has been designed to be challenging, authentic and complex. Whilst students may use AI and/or MT technologies, successful completion of assessment in this course will require students to critically engage in specific contexts and tasks for which artificial intelligence will provide only limited support and guidance.
A failure to reference generative AI or MT use may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
To pass this assessment, students will be required to demonstrate detailed comprehension of their written submission independent of AI and MT tools.
Submission guidelines
Assignments to be submitted individually through Turn-it-in in the Blackboard.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 14 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
In Class Quiz
- Team or group-based
- In-person
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance, Written
- Category
- Quiz
- Weight
- 10%
- Other conditions
- Time limited.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04
Task description
Five in-class quizzes worth 2% each (total 10%) will be conducted either individually or in groups after lectures, practicals, or industry tours, and will be marked during the same session.
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
Discretionary extensions are not available for this task.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
This assessment takes place in a scheduled class, and answers released soon after the due date.
Late submission
You will receive a mark of 0 if this assessment is submitted late.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Pass/Fails | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| P | 50 - 100 |
Course grade description: Pass (P): A non-graded pass will apply to students who fall into the following category. A student who demonstrates adequate understanding and application of the fundamental concepts of the field of study; develops routine arguments or decisions and provides acceptable justification; communicates information and ideas adequately in terms of the conventions of the discipline. Range: 50-100% and a minimum score of 40% in the IVA requirement explained below. |
| F | 0 - 49.99 |
Course grade description: Not Pass (N): A non-graded fail will apply to students who fall into the following categories. A student who fails to demonstrate most or all of the basic requirements of the course or does not attend or participate in the scheduled activities of the course; or A student who demonstrates clear deficiencies in understanding and applying fundamental concepts; communicates information or ideas in ways that are frequently incomplete or confusing and give little attention to the conventions of the discipline; or A student who demonstrates superficial or partial or faulty understanding of the fundamental concepts of the field of study and limited ability to apply these concepts; presents undeveloped or inappropriate or unsupported arguments; communicates information or ideas with lack of clarity and inconsistent adherence to the conventions of the discipline. Range: 0-49% |
Additional course grading information
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Additional assessment information
Students will not be given exemptions, or partial credit from any previous attempt of this course, for any piece of assessment. You must complete all of the learning activities and assessment items each time you take a course.
Identity verified assessment
Identity verified assessment (IVA) will be through obtaining at least of 40% of the available marks in the presentation.
A minimum of 40% must be achieved on the presentation to receive a passing grade.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Library resources are available on the UQ Library website.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Not scheduled |
Seminar |
Predeparture seminar Pre-departure seminar will be conducted on 17/12/2025 by A/Prof Hossain and Mr Jyrah. Learning outcomes: L01 |
Week 2 |
Peer Assisted Study Session |
Opening ceremony and introductory information sessions at Institute of Technology, Bandung (Indonesia) 11 January 2026 Arrival, immigration at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, and transfer to hotel at Bandung 12 January 2026 Opening Ceremony:
13 January 2026 ITB Campus Tour (main gate, library, information center, canteen/cafeteria) 14 January 2026 ITB Laboratory Visits:
15 January 2026 ITB Research Center Visits:
16 January 2026 ITB Science and Techno Park Visits, City tour, Cultural Visits (Saung Angklung Mang Udjo) All the sessions will be supervised and accompanied by A/Prof Hossain (UQ), Mr Jyrah (UQ), Dr Iqbal (ITB) and ITB buddies. Learning outcomes: L01, L04 |
Week 3 |
Workshop |
Cultural and Language program studies with activities 19 January 2026 Training on Indonesian Culture and Language (Bahasa Lesson) 20 January 2026 Training on Indonesian Culture and Language (Bahasa Lesson) 21 January 2026 Training on Indonesian Culture and Language (Bahasa Lesson) 22 January 2026 Training on Indonesian Culture and Language (Bahasa Lesson) 23 January 2026 Training on Indonesian Culture and Language (Bahasa Lesson) All the sessions will be conducted by ITB academics and supervised and accompanied by Mr Jyrah (UQ) and ITB buddies. Learning outcomes: L01, L04 |
Week 4 |
Case-based learning |
Lectures and industry visits 26 January 2026 Cultural Visits (Asia-Africa Conference Museum) 27 January 2026 Lecture Day 1:
28 January 2026 Industry Visits to PT PINDAD (Defense Industry) and PT Heksa Prakarsa Teknik PT PINDAD (07.30-11.30) and PT Heksa Prakarsa Teknik (13.30-15.30) 29 January 2026 Lecture Day 2:
30 January 2026 Industry Visits to PT Dirgantara Indonesia (09.00-12.00) All the sessions will be conducted by ITB academics, industry mentors and supervised and accompanied by A/Prof Hossain (UQ), Dr Iqbal (ITB) and ITB buddies. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
Week 5 |
Case-based learning |
Lectures and industry visits 2 February 2026 Lecture Day 3: Sensors and Actuators in Automation System and Decision Making for Manufacturing 3 February 2026 Industry Visits to PT LEN (Electronics, IoT, and Automation Industry),PT LRS, dan SEI (08.00-16.00) 4 February 2026 Lecture Day 4: Sustainable Manufacturing – Railways/automobile Industry Perspective 5 February 2026 Industry Visits to PT Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Indonesia (07.30-15.30) All the sessions will be conducted by ITB academics, industry mentors and supervised and accompanied by A/Prof Hossain (UQ), Dr Iqbal (ITB) and ITB buddies. 6 February 2026 Group Presentation and Closing Ceremony (Honorable Science and Technology minister Prof Brian Yuliarto will attend and give a speech to students about the prospect and career in manufacturing in Indonesia) Presentation session will be assessed by A/Prof Hossain, Dr Iqbal and a group of ITB academics as panel members. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments for Students Policy and Procedure
- AI for Assessment Guide
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.