Educational Industrial Visit

On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, Civil Engineering students from Tishk International University conducted an educational site visit to MED Steel Company. This comprehensive industrial tour provided students with firsthand exposure to complete steel manufacturing processes and quality control protocols.

Technical Observations

During the visit, students observed and engaged with various critical manufacturing stages:

  • Raw material handling and preparation processes

  • Steel melting operations in furnace areas

  • Billet rolling and reheating procedures on production floors

  • Cutting techniques and final product formation

  • Quality control measures ensuring dimensional accuracy and material integrity

Professional Development Sessions

The visit included valuable interactive sessions with industry professionals:

  • Comprehensive briefing by the HSE Manager on:

    • Workplace safety protocols and standards

    • Hazard identification procedures

    • Emergency response systems

    • Environmental protection measures

  • Q&A session with MED Steel’s engineering and management teams covering:

    • Industry standards and compliance requirements

    • Career pathways in steel manufacturing

    • Best practices in industrial operations

    • Technological advancements in steel production

Educational Value

This industrial visit provided students with:

  • Practical understanding of steel manufacturing processes

  • Insight into quality assurance and control systems

  • Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental protocols

  • Professional networking opportunities

  • Enhanced connection between academic theory and industrial practice

Acknowledgments

The Civil Engineering Department extends sincere appreciation to:

  • Ms. Payam Ismael for outstanding organizational coordination

  • Mr. Mohammed Mahmood for exceptional logistical management

  • MED Steel Company management and staff for their hospitality and knowledge sharing

This successful visit demonstrates the department’s commitment to providing comprehensive industrial exposure and practical learning experiences for civil engineering students.

Keywords: MED Steel Factory, Site Visit, Steel Manufacturing, Industrial Training, Quality Control, HSE Protocols, Civil Engineering Education, Practical Learning, Industry Collaboration