UTAR STEM Workshop: Blending Theory with Hands-On Learning for SMJK Yok Bin Students

Participants at “STEM Insights: Reflexes, Heartbeats, and Hands-On Learning” workshop

UTAR STEM Outreach, in partnership with the Division of Programme Promotion (DPP), Lee Kong Chian Faculty of Engineering and Science (LKC FES), and the UTAR Surgical Society (USS), organised STEM Workshops for 50 Form 4 and Form 5 students from SMJK Yok Bin on 13 July 2024.

The first workshop, titled “Introduction to Simple Game Development with C++”, was conducted by Mr Lau Kean Hong from LKC FES. The workshop, attended by 26 students, saw Mr Lau introducing the basics of the C++ programming language and demonstrating how it can be used for simple game development.  The students were highly engaged as they learned about the functionality and application of C++.

The second workshop, titled “STEM Insights: Reflexes, Heartbeats, and Hands-On Learning”, was led by M. Kandiah Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (MK FMHS) Clinical Assoc Prof Dr Yan Naing Soe alongside USS advisor and students. Attended by 24 students, the workshop provided insights into how reflexes and heartbeats function in the human body. Under the guidance of Dr Yan and with the support of USS advisors and students, participants had the chance to measure heartbeats using a stethoscope. This hands-on approach ensured that students not only grasped theoretical concepts but also gained practical experience in applying their knowledge.

The STEM Workshops provided an enjoyable learning experience for the students, combining theoretical knowledge with practical, hands-on activities. This approach enabled them to apply what they had learned in real-life scenarios, enhancing their understanding and skills.

Students learning how to use a stethoscope

Students listening to Mr Lau explaining the C++ programming language