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Student’s Reflection

Nur Syadan Tri Shafiqah Shanna Chia Nur Aiman

As a cohesive ESI team dedicated to this project, we extend Lastly, the unpredictable weather proved to be another
our heartfelt gratitude to our course advisor, Mr Kelvin Hoh, hurdle. Some days, we worked under the scorching sun; on
and our course section head, Mr Zulkifli, for their belief in others, we had to contend with pouring rain.
us and their steadfast technical (as well as moral) support
throughout the project. Without their guidance, this project Despite these challenges, the overall experience was
would not have reached successful completion, particularly enriching. Working on an actual project outside of the school
given the obstacles encountered along the journey. environment provided invaluable learning opportunities. We
thank NYAA and ITE for empowering us to collaborate with
Our first major challenge involved coordinating our work V-plus Agritech on such a meaningful project. Through this
effectively. We had to learn to communicate actively with experience, we have gained invaluable insights to benefit
stakeholders to determine the optimal timing for project our future endeavours.
installation, ensuring minimal disruption to the farm’s daily
operations.

Secondly, the farm’s distance from ITE posed a significant
logistical challenge. The lengthy commute, taking almost
three hours round trip via public transport, necessitated
careful time management to balance our project
commitments with our studies.

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