Thirty-three graduating electrical engineering students from STI West Negros University recently visited the facilities of Negros Electric and Power Corp. as part of their industry immersion program
The visit on April 10 provided students with valuable real-world insights into the operations of a major power distribution company, a press release from Negros Power said.
Engr. Leomel H. Tambanillo, Negros Power Assistant Vice President for Business and Operations, welcomed the students and emphasized the company’s commitment to supporting future generations of engineers.
“We are honored to welcome future engineers to Negros Power…It’s part of our advocacy to inspire and educate the next generation of professionals who will play vital roles in building a more efficient, reliable, and modern power sector”, he said.
The students toured the various departments at the Negros Power main office, gaining an understanding of the administrative and operational aspects of the company, the press release said.
They then proceeded to the Alijis Substation, where they witnessed firsthand the critical operations and safety protocols involved in power distribution.
The company provided demonstrations on system controls, maintenance procedures, and critical coordination efforts that ensure uninterrupted service to the consumers, the press release said.
This visit allowed the students to gain practical knowledge and apply their classroom learning to real-world scenarios, it said.
“This kind of experience bridges the gap between theory and practice,” said Christian Daclan, an STI West Negros University student. “We’re grateful for the opportunity to observe professionals at work and understand the systems we’ve studied in class”, he said.
The visit also highlighted the importance of collaboration between industry and academia in fostering the next generation of skilled professionals in the power sector, the press release said.
Negros Power continues to welcome collaborations with schools and universities, underscoring the value of knowledge-sharing and firsthand learning for future industry leaders, it added.*