BDLP Unhas Students Conduct Field Practice on Lobster Production in Floating Net Cages in Bontosunggu Village
Selayar, October 30, 2025 — Students of the Marine and Coastal Aquaculture Study Program (BDLP), Faculty of Vocational Studies, Hasanuddin University, class of 2023, conducted a field practice for the Lobster Production Practicum course at Floating Net Cages (KJA) in Bontosunggu Village, Bontoharu District, Selayar Islands Regency, on Thursday, October 30, 2025.
This field practice activity carried the theme of water quality measurement as one of the fundamental aspects of successful lobster farming. Students learned techniques for measuring water quality parameters such as temperature, salinity, pH, dissolved oxygen, and water transparency, as well as how to analyze the results to support sustainable aquaculture management.
The field practice was supervised by practitioner lecturer Nuryati, S.Pi, Head of the BDLP Study Program Dr. Dian Novita Sari, A.Md., S.Pi., M.Si, and BDLP lecturer Nunun Ainun Putri Sari Banun Kaliky, S.Si., M.Si. The Head of Bontosunggu Village, Andi Patmawati, SE, was also present and expressed support for the students’ activities in the area.
In her remarks, Dr. Dian Novita Sari emphasized that field practice is a key characteristic of vocational education, which prioritizes direct, hands-on experience. “Students need to understand real conditions at aquaculture sites and be able to analyze the differences and challenges of lobster production in controlled environments and in the field. By engaging directly, they can develop technical skills, analytical abilities, and professional work ethics needed in the fisheries industry,” she stated.
The Head of Bontosunggu Village, Andi Patmawati, SE, also expressed appreciation for the activity. She hopes that the presence of students will have a positive impact on the community and help strengthen the potential of lobster farming, which is one of the leading commodities in the village.
The activity ran smoothly, and students showed high enthusiasm in conducting observations, recording data, and discussing environmental factors that influence the success of lobster farming. In addition, this activity strengthened collaboration between the BDLP Study Program, local aquaculture practitioners, and the village government.
Through this field practice, BDLP Unhas continues to demonstrate its commitment to preparing competent, job-ready vocational graduates who are able to contribute to the development of the mariculture sector in island and coastal regions.
