Site Visit to Final Long Technic Company May 2024
Final Long Technic Company, a recycling factory situated on Gwer Road in Erbil, was visited by third-grade students from the Civil Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering at Tishk International University (TIU) on May 13th, 2024, who were accompanied by Ms. Suraiya Shaffi and Mr. Muhammad Kany. This visit was arranged as part of their Sustainability Course.
Er. Aymen, the factory engineer, conducted a tour of the facility for the students, during which he provided them with a comprehensive understanding of the environmental implications of sustainability, with a particular emphasis on the recycling of plastic bottles. Er. Aymen provided a detailed explanation of the various steps that are involved in the recycling process, underscoring the significance of reducing plastic usage and safeguarding the environment in order to establish a more sustainable world.
The engineer demonstrated the collection and transportation of used plastic bottles to the factory, while the employees exhibited the sorting, washing, and resizing processes. This firsthand experience provided valuable insights into the recycling of plastic bottles and emphasised the importance of sustainability in our society and on a global scale.
The students were motivated to take action as a result of the enlightening experience they gained from the site visit. In an effort to foster a more sustainable future, they have committed to increasing awareness of the significance of recycling among their peers and the community.
Keywords: University Students, Participation, Engineering Education, Education, Higher Education, Recycling, Plastics, Plastic Waste, Sustainability
