2. Formulation of the problem
The government through the specific technologies dissemination (SPEKLOK) helps provide
technology assets to the community in the form of solar energy technology for pond aeration and
electrification. The photovoltaic system is a new things to the community. The community needs guidance
on renewable energy and how to operate and maintain the system. It is important so that the community
can keep the sustainability of the utilization of renewable energy sources. Based on these condition, the
university students can contribute in assisting the community through activities facilitated by Directorate
of Research and Community Services, Directorate General for Higher Education (DIKTI), Ministry of
National Education, Indonesia.
Program kreativitas mahasiswa (PKM) is one of the efforts of Directorate of Research and Community
Services Directorate General of Higher Education to improve the quality of learners (students) in college
in order to become members of the community who have the academic or professional skill who can
apply, develop and disseminate science and technology or art and enrich the national culture in the future.
Education, research and community service that involve an active participation of students integrated into
this program. PKM developed to deliver the enlightenment student creativity and innovation based on the
mastery of science and technology and a high faith. In order to prepare the next leader, entrepreneurs and
independent people, open minded and wise, university students are given the opportunity to implement the
capabilities, skills, attitudes and responsibilities, build teamwork and develop independence through
creative activities in the occupied areas of science. PKM allocated to all universities in Indonesia through
the provision of competitive, accountable and transparent funds [4].
PKM is also a kind of community development projects in the fields of science occupied by students,
for example in the field of renewable energy. Thus, in the activity of PKM students help the community
which includes education about solar energy system technology, operating practices, maintenance and
safety operations and development of the aeration system.