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school of chemical sciences
Hehelium
2
Ccarbon
6
mnmanganese
25
iiodine
53
tetellurium
52
ssulfur
16
ruruthenium
44
yyttrium
39
learning through
@usm
SUMMER PROGRAME LEARNING THROUGH CHEMISTRY @ USM
SUMMER PROGRAMME
THE PROGRAMME is hosted by the School OfChemical Sciences (PPSK) in Universiti Sains Malaysia,Penang and taught by academic staff from schoolswithin USM. The program is one of the internationalmobility programs carried out at the School ofChemical Sciences annually to promote the expertiseand services available. The programme widen theinternational network in supporting USM’s aspirationto become a world-renowed institution of HigherLearning being a relevant, respected and referred.
THE objectives of the programme is topromote and introduce the expertise and servicesprovided by the Scool of Chemical Sciences ;which are led by lectures in various fields ofchemistry. The programme focuses on exposingforeign student to knowledge of chemistrylearning, particulary in the use of microscaleapplications, the exposure on the basic scienceof glassmaking through the glass blowingworkshop, the introduction of herbal and plantextract in Malaysia using chemical concept.
There will be six non-credited courses designedtogether with practical classes by academicstaff such Microscale Chemistry, Glass BlowingTechnique, English for Communication,Malaysian Plants : Herbs and spices, MindfulnessWorkshop, Organic Composting Sciences andMalaysia Cultural activities. Student will be basedat Universiti Sains Malaysia main campus in Penang Island. These programs will combineboth features of learning class and hands on inlaboratories. Classes and discussions will take placein formal and informal settings.
At the end of the programme students willl be able to:
THE uniqueness of this programme is it offers‘homestay’ (optional) where the student hadopprtunity to stay at lectures’ home. The lectureswere delighted to offer accommodation for themand give the the opportunity to know the culture ofMalaysia closer. In addition, this programme alsoprovides opportunities to all staff in the School ofChemical Sciences to interact with the internationalstudent in the “kenduri@Kimia” event in which theyprepare and grilled sate, “bubur lambuk”,ais kacang,roti jala, mee goreng and varieties of traditional foodin Malaysia with the ‘gotong- royong’ spirit. Severaloutdoor activities were also demonstrated such asmaking ‘roti canai, karipap and teh tarik sessions,pottery. Malaysian traditional crafts and visit to theherbs garden as well fruit orchid at the university.Students will visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site inGeorgetown and experience the local culturesaround Penang.
Learn basic English for communicationCommunicate in englishUnderstand microscale concepts for chemistryAppreciate microscale concepts for safer enviromentUnderstand the basic priciples of glass blowingIdentify Malaysian herbs and spicesUsing mindfulness to develop emotional intelligenceExperiences Malaysian culture in general
MICROSCALE
mindfulness
kenduri@ kimia
culturalactivities
english forcommunication
glass blowingworkshop
bridge tothe world
e- wasterecycling
organiccomposting
science
fieldwork@herbsgarden
CHEMISTRY
TENTATIVE PROGRAM
Date 8-9 9-10 10-11 11-12 12-1 1-2 3-4 4-5
Arrival and Hostel Check-in
Registration and Welcoming Party(Ice breaking) Mindfulness Easy & Fun English I
Easy & Fun English II
CampusTour
L1: “Microscale Chemistry” Microscale Lab I“Macro vs Micro”
Studentinteractive(buddies)
Microscale Lab II“Phytochemical
Screening”
L2 : “Introduction toNatural
Product”Fieldwork@Herbs Garden
Sharing Session:“Research Possibility @ SCS”
Free & Easy
Cultural:“Teh Tarik Demo”
Microscale Lab III“Essential Oil Extraction”
Cultural:Malaysian Traditional
Games
Microscale Lab Lab IV“Water Purity Kit” or“E-Waste Recycling
Jumaat Break JumaatBreak
L3 :Essential
Oil
Outreach@Penang Hill & City Tour
Student Interactive (Cultural Exchange Performance)
Upcycling Project: “Bridge to the World” Night Market Trail : “Live Like a Local”
L4 : Introductionto Glass Blowing
Closing & ReflectionCeremony
Glass Blowing Lab ICultural
“Malaysian Traditional Craft”
Glass Blowing Lab IICultural
“Malaysian Traditional Craft”
Reflections and Video sessionOrganic Composting Science @Bukit TI
Kenduri@ Kimia
Free & Easy
Departure @ Penang Airport
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
Day 9
Day 10
Day 11
Day 12
Day 13
Day 14
learning outcomesAT THE END OF THE PROGRAMME,student will be able to
SUMMER PROGRAME LEARNING THROUGH CHEMISTRY @ USM
1 2 3Learn basic Englishfor Communication
Use English in dailyCommunication
UnderstandmicroscaleChemistry
4 5 6Appreciate microscale
for saferenviroment
Understand thebasic principlesof glass blowing
Conduct simpleglass blowingexperiments
Use mindfulness todevelop emotional
intelligence
7 8 9Identify Malysianherbs and spices
ExperiencesMalaysian cultures
in general
programes dates
APPLICATION DEADLINES
31 MAY anuallyst
All application materials must be submitted by
encouraged to apply in advance for logisticarrangment
31st May each year. Prospective student are
The Summer programmeis conducted in
AUGUST every year
studentaccommodation
tuitionfee
culturalactivities
programmefee is
inclusive of
transportation
meals(OPENING,
CLOSING ANDKENDURI@KIMIA
ceremony)
excursions
CONTACTFuther enquiries please contact
Professor Dr. Rohana AdnanSchool of Chemical Sciences,Universiti Sains Malaysia,
11800, PenangMalaysia Malaysia
DEAN programme coordinator
Tel : +6 04 653 3262Fax : +6 04 653 4075
Dr. Noor Haida Mohd KausSchool of Chemical Sciences,Universiti Sains Malaysia,
11800, Penang
Tel : +6 04 653 3598Fax : +6 04 653 4075
*Please note the school reserves the right toreschedule or cancel courses without priornotice in case of low enrolment
SCHOOL OF CHEMICAL SCIENCES, UNIVERSITI SAINS MALAYSIA, PENANG
