[PDF] PROMOTING A HEALTHY LAB CULTURE AT - University of Toronto

How are laboratories designed?

• Laboratories are designed as units, compartmentalized, self-contained and not collectively. Scientists are separated from each other in formally arranged and rigid layouts, reflecting linear processes and static functionality. The nature of laboratory work requires

Is a traditional laboratory workshop suitable and required?

• traditional laboratory workshop is not suitable and required.’ In general, students had a slight preference for longer traditional laboratory hours over the virtual laboratory. In addition, some students have provided their opinions on the two types of laboratories (given in the comment box in the survey). They commented

What is the nature of laboratory work?

• The nature of laboratory work requires distinctworkspaces, and a defined, but permeable barrier between them. Scientists working in these spaces need an area that allows for both focused concentration and easy engagementwith colleagues.

What will you learn in today's lab?

• In today's lab you will use get an introduction to measurement by using various instruments to measure the linear dimensions, volume, and mass of objects. As all scientific measurements utilize the metric system, we must first say a few things about it before proceeding on.