Development of An Android-Based Field Work Practice Information System In Vocational Schools
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: Field Work Practice (PKL) is an important part of vocational education as a means of strengthening student competencies through direct experience in the world of work. However, the implementation of PKL in schools still faces various obstacles, such as manual administration, monitoring that has not been optimally documented, and limited access to information between related parties. This study aims to develop and test the effectiveness of an Android-based Field Work Practice Information System (SI-PKL) at SMK Negeri 1 Koto Baru Dharmasraya. The research method uses Research and Development (R&D) with a Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Waterfall model approach. The research stages include needs analysis, system design, implementation, testing, and evaluation. Application development was carried out using Flutter, Dart, Android Studio , and Supabase as the backend system . The research subjects consisted of supervising teachers, students, and industrial supervisors. The development results show that the system is able to integrate the attendance process, activity journals, monitoring, and PKL assessment in one digital platform. Based on alpha and beta tests, the system is considered valid, practical, and effective in improving administrative efficiency, information access, and monitoring of PKL activities. Thus, the Android-based SI-PKL can be a digital solution that supports the transformation of PKL management in vocational schools.
Authors: Yeni Hastuti, Faiza Rini, Felia Siska
Institution: Universitas PGRI Sumatera Barat
Language: English
Subfield: Software
Field: Computer Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W7164414161