The internship and work-study course is the beating heart of skill-based education at the University of Applied Science; a course that goes beyond a single academic unit and creates a strong bridge between the theoretical environment of the university and the dynamic realities of industry. Investing in this course is, in fact, an investment in the development of students’ skills, experience, and future careers—an experience that distinguishes graduates in the job market.
In this regard, students of the Jahan Foulad Gharb University of Applied Science conducted a scientific visit to the production line of the Jahan Foulad Gharb complex on Saturday, 8 Azar 1404. In this program, students of Safety Engineering Technology, Health and Environment, and Associate Degree in Occupational Safety and Technical Protection, accompanied by their supervising instructors, were present. The main objective of this visit was to familiarize students closely with the real processes of beam and steel section production and to observe firsthand topics such as production line management, quality control, industrial safety, and the connection between theoretical concepts and the practical industrial environment.
The visit began with a warm welcome from the factory officials. After providing explanations about the history, vision, and safety requirements of the complex, the students, divided into several groups, toured different sections of the plant accompanied by expert specialists.
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During this visit, the following items were observed and reviewed as key highlights:
- ✓ The complete process of producing I-beams and steel sections
- ✓ Quality control procedures and continuous product monitoring
- ✓ Integrated and well-coordinated production line management
- ✓ Precise coordination among operational units to prevent production downtime
- ✓ Compliance with occupational safety and health standards
- ✓ Use of personal protective equipment by all personnel
- ✓ Presence of warning signs and a clean, well-organized work environment
This visit provided a valuable opportunity for students to become familiar with the challenges, complexities, and real structure of a large industrial unit, and to directly experience the connection between academic knowledge and the needs of industry. In conclusion, sincere appreciation is extended to the management of Jahan Foulad Gharb for facilitating this scientific visit and for the cooperation of the company’s expert specialists.
