Consulting and Training Office

Overview

The College of Science at Kuwait University boasts high-quality technical and technological capabilities, complemented by highly trained and competent personnel for managing and operating these devices and equipment. To make the most of these resources, the management of the College of Science at Kuwait University deemed it essential to serve the community by organizing and conducting training courses for various government ministries, institutions, and private sector companies.

The Consulting and Training Office at the College of Science has taken on the responsibility of liaising with government and non-governmental entities, acting as a window for the College of Science to the community and reflecting its training activities. This publication you hold is a true and realistic representation of the activities and events conducted by the College of Science through the Consulting and Training Office. We hope this publication effectively highlights some aspects of the College’s contribution to community service.

Office Overview

The Consulting and Training Office at the College of Science, Kuwait University, was established in 1987. Thanks to the support from university administrations and successive deans of the College of Science, as well as the efforts of faculty members in the scientific departments, the office has been able to perform its role effectively. It has trained many individuals in various specialized scientific fields and organized numerous training courses and programs for different ministries, institutions, and government bodies, as well as many private sector companies. The office has gained the trust of relevant entities and individuals.

A distinguished group of faculty members has managed the Consulting and Training Office, making significant efforts to elevate the office’s performance. The office’s objectives and policies derive from the College’s own goals, which include:

• Organizing and conducting specialized training courses and programs for ministries and institutions.
• Organizing and conducting academic aptitude tests for high school students wishing to enroll in Kuwait University.
• Organizing and conducting summer training courses for high school students and Kuwait University students, in collaboration with the Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research.
• Organizing and conducting specialized training courses and programs for employees in science colleges across GCC universities.
• Providing scientific consultations and services to interested entities.
• Conducting sample testing and analysis for ministries and companies, and providing detailed reports on these samples.

Responsibilities of the Consulting and Training Office

1. In the Field of Scientific Consultations and Services:

• The office works diligently to enhance cooperation and communication between the college and various sectors and institutions in the country.
• It acts as a coordinator between the College of Science and entities requesting consultancy services.
• The office forms working teams in scientific departments to guide them on how to finalize contracts with entities seeking consultancy or scientific services.

2. In the Field of Professional Development:

• The office oversees communication with ministries, institutions, and agencies in Kuwait to understand their needs for qualification programs and training courses.

Training Courses and Programs

Specialized Training Courses:

The Consulting and Training Office, with the support of faculty members, effectively carries out its role by training numerous individuals in various specialized scientific fields and organizing specialized training courses and programs for various ministries, institutions, and government bodies, as well as many private sector companies within and outside Kuwait. At the end of the training program, participants receive accredited certificates from Kuwait University.

Academic Aptitude Courses:

These are remedial courses in Mathematics and English designed to enhance and strengthen students’ academic qualifications. Academic aptitude courses help reduce the academic burden on colleges in these subjects and exempt students from enrolling in preparatory courses in their first year of university. The office organizes several academic aptitude courses throughout the academic year for high school students wishing to join Kuwait University. These courses are taught by faculty members and teaching assistants at the college.

Reinforcement Courses:

The Consulting and Training Office organizes reinforcement courses for college students in all scientific subjects to support their understanding and mastery of these subjects. These courses are taught by faculty members and teaching assistants at the college.

Summer Course for High School Students:

In collaboration with the Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research, the office organizes a summer course in Chemistry and Biology for high school students from schools in Kuwait. This course is held regularly to train students on the equipment and tools available at the College of Science, including practical sessions and theoretical lessons on basic concepts in Chemistry and Biology. The office coordinates with the college's scientific departments to determine the necessary working teams, laboratories, and equipment for the course.

Current Courses

Consultations and Scientific Services:

The Consulting and Training Office provides its consultations and scientific services to various governmental and private entities. The office collaborates with scientific departments, units within the college, and faculty members to discuss all aspects related to the requested consultation or scientific service.

Analysis and Samples:

The office receives many samples for examination and analysis from various government and other entities. These samples are tested in laboratories and workshops equipped with modern and advanced devices. Upon completion of the testing and analysis, the sample is returned to the requesting entity along with a detailed report on the sample and its suitability for use.

Scientific Laboratories Available at Kuwait University:

• Testing and Analysis Center
• Central Environmental Laboratory
• Environmental Radiation Unit
• Biotechnology Unit
• Herbarium Unit
• Marine Science Center
• Central Workshop
• Geological Workshop
• Physical Workshop