a week has passed in Kuching and i am now back in Miri...
2 mths later, i will be back in Kuching again....
jz a brief glance of what i have been doing in the whole week of Raya Hols in Kch......
it all started with my first day arriving in Kuching....
got my hair cut and of course, visit Life Cafe @ carpenter street...
damn i really missed d food thr >.< onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_4URI8h2VEoQ/SsGuZpuop0I/AAAAAAAADBU/kpEZecRJHoI/s1600-h/7mbo_spring00.jpg">
MBO!!!!
and we all decided to watched this cute movie!! xD
in overall, a nice movie (and CUTE!!!!!!!!!!! xDDD)
the sound effects, seatings, designs of MBO is totally ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!
then of course, going out to lim teh at nite has almost became a common thing to do for us..
then... errr.....
MONDAY~~~~~~~~
initially planned in watching where got ghost in MBO.......
unfortunately, MBO's halls for where got ghost are fully occupied =.=
even with Ohjiji's membership card, we were unable to get a seat....
but at least our trip to The Spring isnt wasted..
cz this little sea freak wanted to see me soooooooo badly..
yeap yeap...
the pink sea freak..
the picture above shows 3 legs..
if u are seeing 8 legs, it is jz ur imagination....
(hope tat 3 leg kia wont kill me for this xp)
then was this expedition of the senior troop...
and they reli dare dare agree wiv me to watch Final Dest 4 on d nite after d expedition! xD
another movie at STAR...
the effects were cool but the whole story jz lacks sth..
then is the USAHA camp (thursday and friday)..
learnt quite few new stuff although i am attending as rover instead of member..
the participants reli need to buckle up in order to achieve wei shun's required standard....
as well as those committees...
still got a lot to learn n consider in organizing a camp..^^
another 1.5 mths, then it will be my final exam..
about 2 mths from now, i will be back in kch again...
as i had told Ohjiji, im gonna list a series of events that i m planning to do during my 3 mths long holiday~ ^^
CURRENTLY AVAILABLE EVENTS:
ANTAC 2009 (12-16 Dec 2009) @ ???? - CONFIRMED
APR Jamboree (26 Dec 2009 - 3 Jan 2010, 3 days either b4 or after - homestay) @ Manila - KIV
PLANNING..........
Climb that stupid Mount Santubong, followed by a nite stay @ Santubong Resort.. budget per pax shud be about RM70.. includes resort room rate, lunch, dinner (most probably at Buntal), transportation..
CONQUER Mt Kinabalu.. either Dec or Jan.. coordinating with my KK frens, perhaps a 3 days hike (a morning's hike from inn to summit).. budget per pax depends on air fare.. but most probably would need RM500 for the whole journey.. (air fare, ground transportation, climbing gears, accomodation, etc)
VISIT west malaysia with frens.. shud be on january 2010.. budgeting about RM800 for a week or so trip.. planning to go Penang, KL (sun bian buy my camera xD), Genting, perhaps Melaka if possible for some nice shots ^^ hope we can get low rate accomodations thr >.<
guez that shud be all =.=
of course additional trips of 2 days 1 nite or 3 days 2 nites or day trips to Gng gading, santubong, damai, permai, lundu (crazy =.=), and maybe ask Tony or Ya Sing to bring us go caving? xD
still got lotsa hw needa complete..
im off for now..
stay tuned~ ^^
2 months in my new university life @ Curtin, Miri campus, has passed...
a tuition free week is coming up in conjunction with the Hari Raya holidays..
FINALLY, i can return home to play catch up and complete my holiday assignments..
in my queue are my Chemistry case study on the topic ' paint', Research and Writing Skills essay on El Nino, Physics lab report, Engineering math homework on Trigonometry and Functions..
although i wanted to study away from home volunteerly, i still must admit that i kinda miss home..
leaving a place where u hav been staying for almost 20yrs and with those bunch of 'pig fren dog fren' buddies, isnt reli easy to get used to..
really missed those days of going STAR cineplex, shopping (or rather loitering) at The Spring, go badminton, eating steamboat, lim teh, etc...
my life here has less of those excitements and fun..
repeating my daily routine almost everyday..
but now, holiday has arrived..
NameWee's song (below) describes most of my current feeling~^^
xx
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and also to express how i miss home, and how eager am i to get home, i have quoted a poem (heard is written by Phua Chu Kang).............
Bed front moon bright bright,
Think is floor white white....
Raise head see moon moon,
Low head miss home home~~~
p.s. translate the above poem from Singlish to Chinese know the true origin of this poem ^^
a week has ended...
2 more weeks to FREE CURRY RENDANG SATAY..................... =.=
was trying to finish my homeworks - chemistry and engineering math...
in which, i stunned and blurred quite badly (kena blur kia aura gives an additional blur-ness) during my fite against chemistry..
well at least i still noe what H2O, HCl, NaCl, NaOH, MgCl, etc.. stands for.....
but when i saw these few words, REDOX, MOLES....., MASS OF MOLES, MOLAR MASS, VOLUME, BALANCING EQUATIONS, etc, my motto of 'BRING IT ON' instantly changed to 'WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH, I GET MY PILLOW AND SLEEP'..
well i din went to sleep actually...
i told myself tat i was gonna do sth b4 i started gaming..
so, tired of solving those MISSION IMPOSSIBLE questions, i went back doing research on my future career..
ALSO, to check out whether my weakness in chemistry will affect my course or not...........
all the info below are excerpts from Curtin Sarawak Malaysia webpage..
simply type in 'Geophysics' in the search tab, browse thru d search, u are sure to get these results..
(the university is very strict in terms of copyright material.. so if i don cite any credits to them, it is a serious offence.. could even get kicked out from the university -.-)
the info below comes from this link: http://www.curtin.edu.my/sch_dept/SOEngineering/Department/sc_maths/courses/introduction.htm
Bachelor of Science (Geophysics)
This course aims to extended students knowledge of current academic research methodology as it is applied in the flied of geophysics and to demonstrate this though the conduct of a supervised research project and preparation of an honours dissertation. This course provides a range of opportunities in Geophysics. Graduates typically find employment in Malaysia and overseas industries involved in petroleum exploration, groundwater exploration, environmental management, Engineering Geology and energy recourse development programs. Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skill to design and manage the operation of mining and oil exploration, engineering geology and other related industrial activities. This course is accredited by the Autralian Intitute of Mining and Metallurgy. An honors degree in Geophysics satisfies the academic requirements for membership to the academic requirements for membership to The Society if Exploration Geophysicists (USA), The Australian Society of Exploration Geophysicists and the European Association of Geoscientists and Engineers.
Course Description
In the three years, the course is based on geology, geophysics, mathematics, chemistry and supporting subjects. In the forth year, advanced topics of applied and exploration geology and geophysics and covered. The first year of the course id multidisciplinary in approach and involves the study of materials and process essential for the development of geological concepts, as well as the role of measurement in geology and mapping. The areas of study include crystallography, mineralogy, petrology, paleontology and structural geology. Relevant aspects of chemistry, physics, mathematics and computing are studied as well as an English unit to improve oral and written communication skills. In subsequent years, process and results are studied in sedimentology, stratigraphy, historical geology, tectonophysics, geodynamics, pertrogenesis, ore genesis and geomorphology. Advanced techniques in geological measurement and mapping include geostatistics, surveying, geology and field geology. Energy recourses, marine and environmental geology, hydrogeology, and exploration geochemistry and geophysics. There are two field camps in third year are of 16 days duration and are usually conducted in May and September. There are three third year streams: exploration/applied geology, environmental geology and hydrogeology/engineering geology.
Career Opportunities
The majority of Curtin’s graduates are employed in the mineral or oil and gas exploration industries. Some are employed directly by processing companies, others by the many consulting and environmental groups. Employers generally regards Geophysics as versatile Geologist and this makes them greatly sought after by consulting Geological and Geophysical groups and smaller companies.
Please take note that for student enrolled into July intake for Geology, they need 3 ½ years to complete the course as some of the prerequisites are not offered in July. If the student enrol into Feb intake, they need 3 years to complete.
the text above that are in ITALIC and BOLD are the points that i chose this course as my future career....
Course Structure
the info that comes: http://www.curtin.edu.my/sch_dept/SOEngineering/Department/sc_maths/courses/geophysic.htm
- Geophysics
Year 1 Semester 1
Geophysics 101
Communication Skills 116
Physics 101
Geology 101
Mathematics 111 OR Mathematics 103
Year 1 Semester 2
Geology 102 – Geophysical Data Analysis
Geophysics 104 – Properties of Matter and Electricity
Geology 102
Mathematics 102 OR Mathematic 104
Year 2 Semester 1
Geology 243 – Stratigraphy and Sedimentology
Geology 241 - Structural Geology and Mineralogy
Geophysics 245 - Introduction to Mineral Methods
Geophysics 201 – Propagation of Energy
Mathematical Method 201
Year 2 Semester 2
Geology 244 – Petrology and Geochemistry
Geology 242 – Remote Sensing and Field Geological Mapping
Geophysics 246 - Introduction to Oil and Gas Methods
Geology 202 – Electromagnetic Fields in the Earth
Mathematical Methods 202
Year 3 Semester 1
Geophysics 301 – Gravity and Magnetics
Geophysics 303 – Introductory Seismic
Geophysics 305 – Resistivity and Induced
Geophysics 313 – Data Analysis
Global Geophysics 304
Year 3 Semester 2
Geophysics 302 – Electromagnetics and Radiometrics
Geophysics 314 – Data Processing (Minerals)
Geophysics 316 – Data Processing (Petroleum)
Geophysics 315 – Seismic Acquisition
Geophysics 318 – Environmental Geophysics
Project Geophysics 390
yeaps......
the course structure relieves me a lot...
no significant traces of the word CHEMISTRY...
it has too, increased my interest and confidence in taking the subject..
the last excerpts explains....
http://www.curtin.edu.my/sch_dept/SOEngineering/Department/sc_maths/Q&A.htm
Questions & Answers
- Why study Geology or Geophysics?
Geology or Geophysics can be an excellent choice of Bachelor of Science degree, for any one of the following reasons:
- Broad scope: Geology and geophysics are branches of science that touch on many other interesting disciplines. Geology/geophysics students and professionals regularly use biology, physics, chemistry, maths and statistics in their work. So if a student has a general interest in several branches of science but is not sure which one to choose Geology/Geophysics would be a great choice.
- Outdoor life: Geology/Geophysics studies include field trips and outdoor activities, an essential part of the profession.
- Job opportunities: Geologists/Geophysicists are in high demand. Oil industry, mining and geotechnical jobs are available both locally and world wide with competitive salaries. In addition, geologists may find employment in environmental companies and play a vital role for example in protecting groundwater sources and our natural heritage.
- Classroom strategy: Geology classes are limited to 40 students per session to enhance student-professor interaction. This also enables professors to give quality education in par with Australian standards. Field work and industry visits also provide an opportunity for contact with fellow students, professionals and instructors.
- Helping others: Geologist don’t only deal with rocks! The results of their work can be used to save lives and prevent property and environmental damage. Geologist can help predict and minimize the damage from earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, landslides, tsunami and pollution risks, to name just a few.
- Who should study Geology/Geophysics?
Geology or Geophysics would be a good education and career choice for students who:
- Are interested in the natural world and are keen observers
- Are interested in a broad range of sciences
- Have a strong grounding in maths and geography
- Are naturally curious
- Enjoy being outdoors, traveling, and observing landforms
- Wish to contribute to society by preventing environmental damage
- What is the difference between Applied Geology and Geophysics ?
B.Sc. - Geology. This program places particular emphasis on the nature and origin of rock bodies and the resources contained therein at the local regional and global level.
B.Sc. - Geophysics. This program focuses on the use of physical phenomena, such as refracted and reflected seismic waves, gravity variations, and rock magnetism, to understand the Earth, to locate its resources, and to solve its environmental problems.
- What is the general information about these courses?
Course Title | Bachelor of Science (Applied geology) | Bachelor of Science(Geophysics) |
Course approval code | KPT/JPS(F1-K005)10/10 | KPT/JPS(F1-K004)10/10 |
Duration | 3 years + 1 year (Honours) | 3 years +1 year (Honours) |
Intakes | February | February |
- Please take note that for student enrolled into July intake for Geology, they need 3 ½ years to complete the
- course as some of the prerequisites are not offered in July. If the student enrol into Feb intake, they need 3 years to complete.
- Descriptions of the courses
Applied Geology: Structured in consultation with industry, the course is designed to provide professional training in exploration and applied geology. It combines a comprehensive theoretical background in the subject with a strong emphasis on practical applications. The program aims to develop an appreciation of earth processes, a broad understanding of all major branches of the science, specific skills in field and laboratory work, and an awareness of the role of geology in environmental matters.
Geophysics: Over one-third of the course is devoted to exploration geophysics and the remainder is devoted to core studies in physics, chemistry, mathematics and computing. Students gain a thorough knowledge about, and practical skills in, pertinent aspects of oil and gas exploration & production, minerals and groundwater exploration.
well, as you can see....
this course can actually bring me back to my Scouting life, even if im away from home at Miri or Perth..
going outings, field trips, contributing to society, interested in natural world, travelling, geo-stuff....
and d nicest thing about this course is (which i don k tat much), it is in HIGH DEMAND!!
our University Life officer told us that, 97% of the Geologists and Geophysicists are hired by PETRONAS (SHELL oni managed to hire 3% of the graduates in tat particular year)..
and orh...
if kena hired by SHELL or PETRONAS, (includes all other professions), the base salary (i heard) is RM3.6k..
adding in the allowance will make it to about 4.4k...
more than 2 times the pay if u work in normal companies..
COOL RITE!! xD
but thr's a catch..
ur pay wont rise that fast due to the overwhelming numbers of workers, thrfore, fewer opportunities of being promoted unless u r reli good =D
oh ya...
b4 i 4gt..
visit www.wwf.org.my AND www.saveturtles.my to sign up to help those adorable creatures..as you can see from the SS of my desktop above, IM ALREADY IN!! ^^
A film released nearly a month edi..
by Singapore Director Jack Neo, WHERE GOT GHOST????
looking forward to it ^^
oh ya..
another reason y i adv this movie is cz...
my 'ou siang' - namewee is involved in the production of the movie! xD
