REKAYASA: Jurnal Ilmiah Fakultas Teknik Universitas Lampung is a peer-reviewed national journal published by the Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Lampung. Established in 1997, the journal provides an academic platform for researchers, practitioners, and students to share and promote scientific findings and innovations in the field of civil engineering. The journal covers a wide range of topics including, but not limited to: Structural Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering, Construction Management, Building Materials and Construction Technologies, Rehabilitation and Maintenance of Structures
REKAYASA: Jurnal Ilmiah Fakultas Teknik Universitas Lampung publishes original research articles, technical papers, review papers, and discussion papers related to civil engineering and its interdisciplinary applications. The journal aims to contribute to the advancement of civil engineering knowledge and its practical implementation in solving real-world infrastructure challenges. The journal is published three times a year—in April, August, and December—and all submissions are peer-reviewed by qualified experts in their respective fields. Manuscripts are accepted in Bahasa Indonesia and English.
Peer Review Process
Submission and Initial Screening
Submission: Authors submit their manuscripts through REKAYASA: Jurnal Ilmiah Fakultas Teknik Universitas Lampung (RJITS)Journal’s online submission system.
Initial Screening: The editorial team performs an initial review to check for adherence to submission guidelines, relevance, and originality. Manuscripts that do not meet the criteria are returned to authors for revision or rejection.
Assignment to Reviewers
Reviewer Selection: Suitable experts are selected based on their expertise and relevance to the manuscript's topic. This selection process aims to ensure an unbiased and thorough review.
Double-Blind Review: REKAYASA: Jurnal Ilmiah Fakultas Teknik Universitas Lampung (RJITS) Journal employs a double-blind peer review process where both the identities of the authors and the reviewers are kept confidential. This approach helps to prevent bias and ensures impartial evaluations.
Review Process
Review Invitations: Selected reviewers are invited to evaluate the manuscript. They are given a specified time frame to complete their review.
Reviewer Assessment: Reviewers assess the manuscript based on criteria such as originality, significance, methodology, clarity, and adherence to ethical standards. They provide detailed feedback and recommendations for revision, acceptance, or rejection.
Reviewer Comments: Reviewers submit their comments and recommendations to the editorial team. The feedback can include suggestions for improving the manuscript, identifying any potential issues, or noting any required revisions.
Editorial Decision
Decision Making: The editorial team, including the Editor-in-Chief and other editors, reviews the feedback from the reviewers. They make a decision based on the reviewers’ recommendations.
Decision Outcomes: Possible decisions include:
Accept: Manuscript is accepted as is or with minor revisions.
Revisions Required: Authors are asked to revise the manuscript based on reviewer comments and resubmit for further review.
Reject: Manuscript is rejected if it does not meet the journal’s standards or if significant issues cannot be resolved.
Revision and Resubmission
Author Revisions: If revisions are required, authors address the feedback and make necessary changes to the manuscript. They submit a revised version along with a response to the reviewers’ comments.
Re-Review: The revised manuscript may be sent back to the original reviewers or new reviewers for further evaluation, depending on the extent of the revisions.
Final Decision and Publication
Final Decision: After reviewing the revised manuscript and any additional feedback, the editorial team makes a final decision on whether to accept the manuscript for publication.
Publication: Accepted manuscripts are processed for publication, including formatting and final proofreading. Authors are notified of the publication schedule and any final adjustments.
Post-Publication
Post-Publication Review: REKAYASA: Jurnal Ilmiah Fakultas Teknik Universitas Lampung (RJITS) Journal monitors the published articles for any post-publication issues, such as corrections or retractions if needed.