Balikpapan - A career journey in a global industry is not built overnight. Dwi Agus Prasetyo, an alumnus of Chemical Engineering at the Institut Teknologi Kalimantan (ITK), Class of 2016, demonstrates that a strong academic foundation, practical experience, and readiness to face the industrial world can open opportunities to thrive in the international pharmaceutical sector.

Currently, Dwi Agus is pursuing his career at Daewoong Pharmaceutical as a member of the Osong Solid Dosage Production Team. In this role, he is directly involved in the production process of solid pharmaceutical dosage forms, a field that demands high precision and process consistency. The highly regulated pharmaceutical industry places quality and accuracy as essential aspects at every stage of production.

His main responsibilities include the mixing process of pharmaceutical powders, both before and after the granulation stage. This process plays a critical role in ensuring the homogeneity of active pharmaceutical ingredients and excipients. In addition, Dwi Agus conducts In Process Control (IPC) to identify and evaluate the physical properties of powders after mixing, ensuring that all production parameters comply with established quality standards.

His academic experience at ITK has served as an important foundation in carrying out his professional responsibilities. One of the most memorable activities during his studies was the industrial field excursion conducted with his cohort. Through this activity, students gained direct exposure to the industrial environment and a clearer understanding of how chemical engineering theories are applied in real world industrial practices.

The knowledge acquired during his Chemical Engineering studies at ITK has proven highly relevant to his current profession, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry. A solid understanding of fluid characteristics as well as solid material properties forms a crucial basis for pharmaceutical powder processing. This academic background has enabled Dwi Agus to comprehend production processes holistically and perform his duties with greater precision.

In closing, Dwi Agus shares a message for current ITK students to make the most of their academic journey. Strengthening fundamental knowledge, developing analytical skills, and having the courage to learn beyond the classroom and engage with the industrial world early on are key elements in preparing for future professional challenges.

Through this The Ex-Story, the journey of Dwi Agus Prasetyo reflects ITK’s role as an institution that not only equips students with theoretical knowledge but also prepares its graduates to contribute meaningfully to global industries. From the Chemical Engineering classrooms of ITK to international pharmaceutical production lines, small steps taken during university life can become a strong foundation for the future.