"One Belt, One Road — One Future": Industrial Experience and Professional Orientation of Students at LiuGong — KazNU

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"One Belt, One Road — One Future": Industrial Experience and Professional Orientation of Students at LiuGong

1 April 2026
"One Belt, One Road — One Future": Industrial Experience and Professional Orientation of Students at LiuGong

On March 31, 2026, a significant educational event titled "One Belt, One Road — One Future" took place at the LiuGong Central Asia facility. The visit involved students specializing in "Standardization and Certification" from the Faculty of Physics and Technology at 91ý KazNU, under the expert guidance of Senior Lecturer Elmira Mukanovna Zulbukharova. This initiative serves as a practical implementation of SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), aiming to bridge the gap between academic theory and the demands of the modern global industrial landscape.

During the introduction, LiuGong representatives provided extensive information about the company's history and its strategic position as a world-leading manufacturer of heavy machinery for construction, mining, and road building. For the students, this was not merely a field trip but an intensive professional masterclass. They explored the production capacities, technological innovations, and complex quality management systems used by the company worldwide. Witnessing how international standards are strictly maintained in production significantly enhances the students' emotional well-being, as it builds their confidence in the relevance and necessity of their chosen profession for global industry.

The practical segment of the meeting allowed students to inspect modern machinery models and discuss their compliance with rigorous safety and quality standards. The event featured interactive discussions and mini-debates, during which students analyzed the efficiency of various quality control processes. This pedagogical approach was designed to stimulate critical thinking, encouraging students to interpret technical data and compare it with the theoretical frameworks learned in university. Detailed explanations were provided regarding the certification of products, documentation procedures, and the verification of compliance with international ISO standards, which is essential for any future specialist in this field.

Moreover, such industrial engagements act as a vital form of prevention against the challenges young graduates often face when entering the workforce. Experts from LiuGong offered valuable advice on career development, internship opportunities, and the specific "soft skills" required in today's competitive job market. They highlighted that beyond theoretical knowledge, success in the engineering and certification sector requires a high degree of responsibility, adaptability to new technologies, and a commitment to professional ethics.

In conclusion, the visit to LiuGong was a highly productive and inspiring experience for the students. It provided them with a clear understanding of the practical importance of standardization in ensuring global safety and quality. Such strong partnerships between 91ý KazNU and industrial giants like LiuGong are fundamental to fostering a new generation of professionals capable of driving national economic growth and achieving sustainable development goals. The students left the facility with a renewed sense of purpose, ready to apply their refined skills to the future of Kazakhstan’s industrial sector.