LABVENTURE Part 1

Summary

The script outlines the operations and services of educational laboratories under the Faculty of Agricultural Technology at Brawijaya University. These labs, established in 2016, cater to students across various departments and levels, offering practical and research facilities. Each lab is led by experienced professionals and focuses on different disciplines like chemistry, physics, and biology. They provide essential equipment and a clean environment for students to develop technical skills and conduct research. Safety protocols, including the prohibition of smoking and the use of protective gear, are strictly enforced. The labs also support community service and thesis work, highlighting their commitment to academic and practical excellence.

Takeaways

• 🏫 The Chemistry Education Laboratory is under the Faculty of Agriculture Technology, University of Brawijaya, providing services for practical and research activities for all students across departments.
• 👩‍🔬 The laboratory is headed by Mrs. Widya Kartikasari, STP, and officially established in 2016 according to the Rector's regulation.
• 📚 The purpose of the Chemistry Education Laboratory is to facilitate students' competencies through practical activities and to provide adequate facilities and services for chemistry practical and research activities.
• 🧪 The laboratory operates within the basic chemistry practical courses and aims to help students master technical knowledge and skills in basic chemistry.
• 🚫 Safety rules in the laboratory include not playing with equipment, not working alone, maintaining cleanliness, and not wearing open-toed shoes or high heels.
• 🔬 The laboratory is equipped for basic practical activities across all departments under the Faculty of Agriculture Technology and can also support research activities for undergraduate and doctoral programs.
• 🧑‍🔬 The Physics Education Laboratory, also under the Faculty of Agriculture Technology, serves practical and research activities for students in various departments.
• 🌡️ The Physics Education Laboratory is equipped with various tools such as refractometers, pH meters, viscometers, hotplates, and stirrers for practical activities.
• 🌿 Research examples in the Biology Education Laboratory include the isolation, identification, and characterization of microorganisms, and the analysis of the impact of time and environment on microbial growth.
• 🏥 The Biology Education Laboratory, like the others, was officially established in 2016 and is equipped with tools such as colony counters, deometers, dry sterilizers, hotplates, and microscopes for practical and research activities.

Q & A

What is the main purpose of the Chemistry Education Laboratory at Brawijaya University?

The main purpose of the Chemistry Education Laboratory is to facilitate students' competencies through practical activities, providing adequate facilities and services for the implementation of practical and research activities in the field of chemistry.

Who leads the Chemistry Education Laboratory at Brawijaya University?

The Chemistry Education Laboratory is led by Ibu Widya Kartikasari, STP.

In what year was the Chemistry Education Laboratory officially established?

The Chemistry Education Laboratory was officially established in 2016, in accordance with Rector UB Regulation No. 20 of 2016.

What are the safety rules that must be followed in the Chemistry Education Laboratory?

The safety rules include not playing with laboratory equipment and chemicals, not working alone without supervision, maintaining cleanliness, not wearing open-toed shoes or high heels, and women or men with long hair must tie it neatly.

What kind of research can be conducted in the Basic Chemistry Laboratory at Brawijaya University?

Research involving the use of hotplates, stirrers, electric stoves, acid cabinets, micropipettes, analytical balances, pH meters, spectrophotometers, and UV-Vis are examples of the types of research that can be conducted.

What is the role of the Physics Education Laboratory at Brawijaya University?

The Physics Education Laboratory aims to facilitate students' competencies through practical activities, providing adequate facilities and services for the implementation of practical and research activities in the field of physics.

Who is the head of the Physics Education Laboratory at Brawijaya University?

The head of the Physics Education Laboratory is Ibu Weni Bakti Sunar Harum, STP, Master of Food Studies, PHD.

What types of measurements can be conducted in the Physics Education Laboratory?

The laboratory can conduct measurements using refractometers, pH meters, viscometers, hotplates, stirrers, and other related equipment.

What are some examples of research conducted in the Physics Education Laboratory?

Examples of research include testing the stability and antibacterial activity of toner extracts from bilimbi leaves and watermelon rind, optimizing the extraction of fresh ginseng with ultrasound assistance, and enhancing the stability of rice husk smoke extract as a liquid fuel or biofuel through esterification.

What is the main focus of the Biology Education Laboratory at Brawijaya University?

The main focus of the Biology Education Laboratory is to facilitate students' competencies through practical activities, providing adequate facilities and services for the implementation of practical and research activities in the field of biology.

What are some of the equipment found in the Biology Education Laboratory?

The laboratory is equipped with colony counters, deometers, dry sterilizers, hotplates, stirrers, microscopes, and more.