Thuan Nguyen Trong

Coaching and Mentoring Secondary School Students

• Assisted with all budget-related problems.
• Supported engaging and smooth-running sessions by helping with organization and planning academic activities.
• Collaborated with staff members, 6 mentors to tutor 20 secondary students struggling academically, helping them improve performance in school.

Project: Thermo-bonded Soccer Ball Technology

• Conducted theoretical literature review on thermoelectric; dehumidification; hydraulic power; pressure and surface tension; principles of quality testing (rebound, sphericity, balance) of sport balls, mostly soccer ball.
• Measured and compared 160+ finished samples of rebound, loss of pressure, sphericity, balance, shape and size retention, water absorption, weight, and circumference using available lab equipments.
• Updated and maintained accuracy of sample testing parameters in Excel, and analyzed collected data using linear regression.
• Organized research materials and reports. Discuss with supervisors to project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during labs activities.

Project: 3D-printed automatic table tennis launcher

• Produced 3D design of each mechanical part and simulated full assembling on SolidWorks.
• Operated 3D printer and CNC (Computer Numerical Control) plastic machine.
• Assembled 3D-printed frame, electrical components and plastic units to create 6 complete robots.
• Translated research instruments and material from English to Vietnamese.

Physics and Chemistry Lab Teaching Assistant

• Partnered with teachers to plan and implement hands-on laboratory experiments following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
• Motivated over 30 students to learn concepts practically, providing constructive feedbacks.
• Supported lab activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.

Organizing Tennis Sessions on Weekly Basis

• Designed 2 hours weekly sessions to instruct residences of different backgrounds with basic or advanced tennis skills.
• Enhanced learning experiences through practical trainings in tennis courts.
• Maintained of maximum 6 residences per session to ensure quality over quality.
• Developed strong relationships with residences and LH staffs by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environment.