Module-type power system training device for project-based learning in power system education

Abstract

This paper proposed module-type power system training device as training device to be used in Power System Education. In this paper, author will explain how this training device can be used in conducting experiment related to power system and the information related to the device. In this paper, author also proposed to use this training device for Project-Based Learning as it is easy to handle for hands-on teaching and learning method. Project-based Learning (PBL) PBL is defined as a teaching method where students gain knowledge and skills by working on a project, complex questions or challenge for an extended period. PBL is different compared to traditional teaching method where the concept is teacher-centered while PBL is student-centered. In this course, students need to be involved in order to complete the task, and given problems or questions. PBL is believe to be the best teaching and learning method as it combines standard-based curriculum with empowering students to solve real scenarios challenge; in other word, PBL will start with giving students complex question, problems or challenge rather than with exposition of knowledge. Author believed that by implementing this teaching method alongside the usage of this device would lead to a more exciting and deeper understanding about power system that will give many benefits to the students. In this paper, few cases on power system conducted using this device will be explained.