Operations
Operating days: Monday to Saturday (closed on Sunday and Public Holidays)
Operating hours: 9.00 am until 5.00 pm
Age limit: 7 years and above
Admission: Free (no bookings required) (For visitors more than 20 please refer Group Visit)
Location: PSC@Heritage (Penang Science Cluster)
TechLab Guidelines
Free Entry
Admission to the Techlab is free of charge, and no advance booking is required for individual visitors.
Operating Hours
The Techlab is open to the public only during designated operating hours. Please check the schedule before visiting.
Group Visit
Groups of more than 20 visitors are required to email the PSC Admin (admin@pscpen.com) in advance to arrange their visit.
Supervision & Security
The Techlab is monitored 24/7 by CCTV for safety and security purposes.
Liability Disclaimer
Penang Science Cluster is not responsible for any injury, or accident that may occur during your visit.
Children & Minors
Visitors under 18 years old must be accompanied and supervised by a parent or legal guardian at all times.
Care of Equipment & Facilities
We kindly ask all visitors to handle equipment, tools, and facilities with care. Any damage that occurs during your visit may be the responsibility of the visitor.
Food & Drink Policy
Eating and drinking are not allowed inside the Techlab to protect the equipment.
Personal Belongings
Please keep your personal belongings secure. Penang Science Cluster will not be held liable for any loss or theft.
Respectful Conduct
Please treat staff, volunteers, and other visitors with courtesy. Disruptive or unsafe behavior will not be tolerated.
Technical Assistance
If you encounter any issues, have safety concerns, or require help, please approach any Penang Science Cluster staff member immediately.
Photography & Filming
Photography is allowed for personal use, but commercial or media recording requires prior approval from Penang Science Cluster Admin.
Safety First
Follow all safety instructions stated in the instruction manual provided.
Clean & Tidy
Please keep the Techlab clean and return any tools or materials to their designated places after use.
Hands-on Activities
Flight Simulator
Description: Take to the skies without ever leaving the ground!
Sit in the pilot’s seat, control the aircraft, and experience what it’s like to fly through different places and weather — all in a safe, realistic simulator.
What’s special: Feel like a real pilot as you navigate
different scenarios.
Age range: 12 years and above
Type: Interactive Exhibit
Safety Notes: May cause motion sickness or dizziness
in some users.
Sphero RVR
Description: Sphero RVR is a programmable robotic vehicle packed with sensors, motors, and LED lights. Code it to navigate, explore, and complete fun challenges.
What’s special: Combines hands-on robotics with coding for a playful STEM learning experience.
Age range: 7 years and above
Type: Interactive Exhibit
Microscopy
Description: Look closer at the hidden world with our microscopes. Observe cells, tissues, and microscopic structures in
stunning detail.
What’s special: See what’s normally invisible to the naked eye — from plant cells to tiny organisms.
Age range: 12 years and above
Type: Interactive Exhibit
Safety Notes: Please handle equipment gently to avoid damage to microscope lenses.
Virtual Reality (VR)
Description: Step into immersive virtual worlds and experience stories, games, and simulations like never before.
What’s special: A thrilling way to explore places and scenarios that feel real — without leaving the TechLab.
Age range: 7 years and above
Type: Interactive Exhibit
Safety Notes: May cause motion sickness or dizziness
in some users.
3D Pen
Description: Bring your creativity to life with a 3D pen! This tool allows you to draw and build three-dimensional shapes layer by layer.
What’s special: Turn your ideas into real 3D creations instantly.
Age range: 12 years and above
Type: Interactive Exhibit
Safety Notes: Tip becomes hot during use — avoid touching the nozzle. We strongly advise parents and guardians to assist your child at this interactive booth.
Indoor Cycling
Description: Hop on our virtual indoor bike and cycle through fun digital routes while sensors track your speed and effort in real time.
What’s special: Experience how smart technology integrates
with exercise.
Age range: 12 years and above
Type: Interactive Exhibit
Safety Notes: Adjust seating before use and cycle at a safe speed.
Augmented Reality (AR)
Description: AR blends virtual elements into the real world, creating interactive experiences using smartphones, tablets, or AR glasses.
What’s special: See how AR is changing education, medical training, and entertainment.
Age range: 7 years and above
Type: Interactive Exhibit
Safety Notes: Extended use may cause eye strain — take breaks.
Scratch
Description: Learn to code with Scratch, a drag-and-drop programming tool for creating animations, games,
and interactive stories.
What’s special: A beginner-friendly way to start coding.
Age range: 10 years and above
Type: Interactive Exhibit
Kids’ Corner
Description: A space for younger visitors to build, play, and explore with LEGO, tangrams, simple circuits, and more.
What’s special: Creative, safe, and fun activities for little hands.
Age range: All ages
Type: Interactive Exhibit
Notice: Shoeless area
Safety Notes: Small parts — supervise young children.
MakerLab – Raspberry Pi 5
Description: Explore hands-on projects using tools, electronics, and Raspberry Pi 5 computers for coding and creative builds.
What’s special: A space to tinker, invent, and bring ideas to life.
Age range: 10 years and above
Type: Interactive Exhibit
Xbox Gaming Station
Description: Play interactive games solo or with friends using our Xbox console.
What’s special: A fun way to explore interactive storytelling and game-based learning.
Age range: 10 years and above
Type: Interactive Exhibit
Electronics Testing Tools
Includes:
a) Multimeter: Measures voltage, current, and resistance.
b) RF Counter: Checks the frequency of radio signals.
c) Oscilloscope: Displays electronic signal waveforms.
d) Arbitrary Waveform Generator: Creates custom signals for testing.
What’s special: Essential tools for electronics and engineering enthusiasts.
Age range: 13 years and above
Type: Interactive Exhibit
RF Counter: Checks the frequency of radio signals.
Oscilloscope: Displays electronic signal waveforms.
AI-Powered Pose Detection
Description: Tracks body movement using AI to create a digital skeleton in real time.
What’s special: See how this technology powers fitness apps, sports analysis, and gaming.
Age range: 7 years and above
Type: Interactive Exhibit
Safety Notes: Please follow on-site instructions and avoid rough handling of devices.
RF Counter: Checks the frequency of radio signals.
Oscilloscope: Displays electronic signal waveforms.
AI-Powered Object Detection
Description: Uses AI to identify and track objects in images or video.
What’s special: Discover the tech behind self-driving cars and smart surveillance.
Age range: 7 years and above
Type: Interactive Exhibit
Safety Notes: Please follow on-site instructions and avoid rough handling of devices.
RF Counter: Checks the frequency of radio signals.
Oscilloscope: Displays electronic signal waveforms.
AI-Powered MyScript Webdemo
Description: Converts handwritten equations into digital text for easier solving and sharing.
What’s special: Perfect for exploring maths in a modern way.
Age range: 12 years and above
Type: Interactive Exhibit
Safety Notes: Please follow on-site instructions and avoid rough handling of devices.
RF Counter: Checks the frequency of radio signals.
Oscilloscope: Displays electronic signal waveforms.
AI-Powered Optical Character Recognition (OCR)
Description: Converts printed or handwritten text into digital format for easy editing and searching.
What’s special: Try scanning and digitizing text instantly.
Age range: 7 years and above
Type: Interactive Exhibit
Safety Notes: Please follow on-site instructions and avoid rough handling of devices.
RF Counter: Checks the frequency of radio signals.
Oscilloscope: Displays electronic signal waveforms.
Snatoms
Description: Build molecules using magnetic models to explore how atoms bond and form different shapes.
What’s special: Chemistry comes to life in your hands.
Age range: 13 years and above
Type: Interactive Exhibit
Safety Notes: Please follow on-site instructions and avoid rough handling of devices.
RF Counter: Checks the frequency of radio signals.
Oscilloscope: Displays electronic signal waveforms.
Reading, Writing &
Numeracy Tablet
Description: Learn literacy and numeracy skills using the offline onecourse app on a durable tablet.
What’s special: Adaptive learning without the need for internet access.
Age range: All ages
Type: Interactive Exhibit
RF Counter: Checks the frequency of radio signals.
Oscilloscope: Displays electronic signal waveforms.
Exhibitions
Human Skeleton
Description: Explore the 206 bones that make up the human body. See how bones connect, protect organs, and allow us to move.
What’s special: Learn anatomy through real and replica skeletons you can view up close.
Age range: 12 years and above
Type: Exhibit
EducationUSA
Description: A resource hub for students exploring study and career opportunities in the United States.
What’s special: Access guidance, advising, and information
in one place.
Age range: 13 years and above
Type: Exhibit
Bladeless Fan
Description: Experience smooth airflow with no visible blades using advanced aerodynamic design.
What’s special: Safe, quiet, and modern cooling technology.
Age range: 12 years and above
Type: Exhibit
Engine Configuration
Description: Explore how engines work by examining parts like heads, camshafts, and pistons in motion.
What’s special: Hands-on insight into automotive engineering.
Age range: 13 years and above
Type: Exhibit
Safety Notes: Some components are heavy and may have moving parts. Please handle with care and ensure children are supervised at all times.
