“…To be honest , I was really scared when I first came to your lecture for CHE3163 last semester, you were really intimidating when asking questions and started pointing out to students when we remained silent. And I really hated how you always don’t give clear cut answers when we asked you questions , but as… Read more »
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Testimonial from Fahad Mubashshir
“…I heard that you won’t be with Monash Chem Eng in 2021. I just wanted to say that it would be a huge loss for the students and that I am sorry to hear that. You have shaped a major part of my study life at Monash and it is unfortunate that the future engineers… Read more »
Testimonial from Anjali Vardhan
“Besides being the most practical lecturer I have ever met, I can say you are a very kind and funny teacher who genuinely cares about his students.Initially, when I was in your process control class I was struggling to adjust to your way of teaching, however by the time I did <3rd year process design>… Read more »
Testimonial from Khalid Ali Said Al Subhi
“…On the one hand, I feel blessed that you did not leave before I finish university because with all honesty, I learnt the most from your units and you. On the other hand, I feel future students are not going to get the most out of their learning which is a huge drawback. I have thanked… Read more »
Testimonial from Thilina Hettiarachchige
“I just want to say that your units were some of the most fun I’ve had during my chemical engineering degree. You truly did impact my life and the lives of others. When me and my mates talk about uni we always talk about you and your hilarious dad jokes and your ability to make… Read more »
Testimonial from Edward Attenborough
“…I have absolutely loved learning from you these past 3 years. I just wanted to email you and say thank you. Specifically for this moment which really affected me. In the second semester of 2017, I sat in a crowded E3 lecture theatre for Process Design, not sure if Chemical Engineering at Monash was right… Read more »
Anecdotal Evidence or Stories About Behaviour that Shames the Engineering Community
Normally I try to keep my notices and communications somewhat upbeat, but this time I must apologise in advance for some sad information. It appears some individuals and/or companies are using COVID19 unethically. I do not have hard and fast proof, just anecdotal evidence, but there is a lot (a LOT) of anecdotal evidence. And,… Read more »
How COVID19 improved my work practice
COVID19 has been a horrible disease, but it has caused some positive changes in the workplace. The “work from home” requirement has meant many people have had to change the way they work, often with surprisingly positive outcomes. Some examples … Bosses must be less controlling. A micro-managing boss is never good but working from… Read more »
Remember the Small Companies during the COVID19 Lockdown
I hope this does not sound like advertising, but I also hope you do not forget the small engineering companies and organisations that have worked with you in the past. During the lockdown I have been blessed so far. I have been remarkably busy with my part time commitments to the university, and I have… Read more »
Is the Smart Phone the Enemy?
In spite of issues of excessive screen time, I think most people would say the smart phone has had a very positive impact on their lives. There are countless apps that can be downloaded that make our life easier, more interesting, more fun, and/or more informed. But … I am of the opinion that the… Read more »