On Thursday, May 29, 2025, a total of 87 engineering students from the American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) Faculty of Engineering gained invaluable practical experience through an industrial tour to Dhaka's National Load Dispatch Center (NLDC) and the nearby Rampura 230 KV/132 KV Substation. This trip, a crucial bridge between classroom theory and real-world application, was expertly coordinated by Associate Professor Dr. Md. Hasan Imam and Professor Dr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan also joined the tour who shared his extensive experience in Bangladesh's power sector.

While heavy rain unfortunately led to the cancellation of the substation visit due to electrical safety concerns, the NLDC portion of the tour proved incredibly insightful. Students received detailed briefings on the workings of NLDC functionality, critical power grid stability issues, and the complex process of load distribution and control throughout Bangladesh. A highlight was the visit to the NLDC Control Room, where students observed engineers actively managing the grid in real-time, offering a tangible understanding of complex operations.

Furthermore, senior engineers from the Power Grid Bangladesh PLC provided in-depth lectures on the planned 230/132 KV substation's operations and its key components. They elucidated the principles of power transmission, distribution systems, protection schemes, and the vital role of switchgear equipment within the national power grid. The engineers' willingness to engage and answer technical questions deepened the students' comprehension of real-world power system dynamics.

The students conveyed their heartfelt appreciation to the Power Grid Bangladesh, PLC authorities and engineers for their generous support and invaluable guidance. The tour concluded with a commemorative group photograph, solidifying a truly enriching experience that profoundly contributed to the students' academic and professional growth.