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Project-Based Learning in Bioprocess Engineering: MATLAB Software as a Tool for Industrial-Scale Bioreactor Design

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Computer Applications in Engineering Education Pub Date : 2024-12-11 DOI: 10.1002/cae.22811

José Joaquín González-Cortés, Domingo Cantero, Martín Ramírez

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A Monitoring Tool for the Evaluation of Program Outcomes in Engineering Education 工程教育项目成果评估监测工具

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Computer Applications in Engineering Education Pub Date : 2024-12-08 DOI: 10.1002/cae.22812

Muhammet Yorulmaz, Barış Keçeci, Yusuf Tansel İç, Mehmet Gülşen, Berna Dengiz

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The Impact of Flipped Learning and Digital Laboratory in Basic Electronics Coursework 翻转学习和数字实验室对电子学基础课程的影响

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Computer Applications in Engineering Education Pub Date : 2024-11-22 DOI: 10.1002/cae.22810

Francisco Portillo, Manuel Soler-Ortiz, Cristina Sanchez-Cruzado, Rosa M. Garcia, Nuria Novas

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Empowering Computer Vision in Higher Education: A Novel Tool for Enhancing Video Coding Comprehension 增强高等教育中的计算机视觉能力：提高视频编码理解能力的新工具

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Computer Applications in Engineering Education Pub Date : 2024-11-18 DOI: 10.1002/cae.22808

Carlos Cuevas, Carlos Cortés, Narciso García

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Impact of basic artificial intelligence (AI) course on understanding concepts, literacy, and empowerment in the field of AI among students 人工智能（AI）基础课程对学生理解人工智能领域的概念、素养和能力的影响

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Computer Applications in Engineering Education Pub Date : 2024-11-11 DOI: 10.1002/cae.22806

Yan Hua Chen, Kai Zhang

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Celebrating Computer Applications in Engineering Education 庆祝计算机在工程教育中的应用

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Computer Applications in Engineering Education Pub Date : 2024-11-11 DOI: 10.1002/cae.22809

Magdy F. Iskander

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Exploring Online Teaching's Impact on Instructors in Core Engineering Courses: Insights, Challenges, and Future Directions 探索在线教学对核心工程课程教师的影响：见解、挑战和未来方向

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Computer Applications in Engineering Education Pub Date : 2024-11-08 DOI: 10.1002/cae.22807

Rajaa Alqudah, Majd Batarseh, Fadia El-Issa

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Incorporating Agile Methodologies Into the Chemical Engineering Curriculum 将敏捷方法纳入化学工程课程

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Computer Applications in Engineering Education Pub Date : 2024-11-07 DOI: 10.1002/cae.22805

Sourojeet Chakraborty, Daniela Galatro

{"title":"Incorporating Agile Methodologies Into the Chemical Engineering Curriculum","authors":"Sourojeet Chakraborty, Daniela Galatro","doi":"10.1002/cae.22805","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/cae.22805","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Agile methodologies, when applied within an engineering education context, can provide a strategic and insightful framework that can incorporate key pedagogical techniques to maximize the student learning experience. In this work, we present a revamp of an undergraduate chemical engineering data-based modelling course by implementing two agile methodologies: XP-pair programming and Sprint. The selected agile methodologies are implemented in tutorials and the final exam while developing and/or completing system identification codes in R as a computational tool. Student feedback is obtained via surveys to track the effectiveness of our implemented methodologies; students provided both general and subject-specific feedback. Our unique approach promises to pave the way for novel course design and curriculum revamp and to enhance active and experiential learning experiences among students by merging education pedagogy with engineering practices in the industry. Student responses reveal that agile methodologies substantially improved their coding, modelling, teamwork and time management skills. We also observed that our agile-based approach works to inspire and motivate students to (i) further their own knowledge of the subject matter, (ii) appreciate the importance of data-based modelling in both industrial and academic environments and (iii) critically identify the fallacies and real-life consequences of poor/inefficient modelling and prediction practices. Our initiative holds the potential to successfully implement well-known industry best practices within a university chemical engineering curriculum. Our selected agile methodologies also facilitate active and experiential and enquiry-based learning environments, leading to students recognizing the importance of ‘how’ to learn rather than ‘what’ to learn.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":50643,"journal":{"name":"Computer Applications in Engineering Education","volume":"33 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142692106","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Enhancing educational efficiency: Generative AI chatbots and DevOps in Education 4.0 提高教育效率：教育 4.0 中的生成式人工智能聊天机器人和 DevOps

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Computer Applications in Engineering Education Pub Date : 2024-10-27 DOI: 10.1002/cae.22804

Edis S. Mekić, Mihailo N. Jovanović, Kristijan V. Kuk, Bojan P. Prlinčević, Ana M. Savić

{"title":"Enhancing educational efficiency: Generative AI chatbots and DevOps in Education 4.0","authors":"Edis S. Mekić, Mihailo N. Jovanović, Kristijan V. Kuk, Bojan P. Prlinčević, Ana M. Savić","doi":"10.1002/cae.22804","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/cae.22804","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The emergence of new technologies has developed a new industrial need for engineering graduate students. This modern industry needs a modern educational framework to support further development. This research revolves around developing the learning methodological approach for university courses that aligns with Education 4.0 and can fulfill the essential knowledge requirements for future engineers in Industry 4.0. We used a constructive approach as a baseline methodology already proven in the field of engineering education. On the other hand, we modified this approach by implementing Industry 4.0 standards, such as Agile methodology, DevOps tools, and Artificial intelligence chatbots. In this way, we managed to establish one more step in the digital transformation of education as one of the paramount cornerstones of Industry 4.0. As a result, during the course, Agile methodology and DevOps tools created a learning environment very similar to the real software development environment in companies. The efficiency of the delivery of the learning material also increased by implementation and integration of AI chatbots. This was tracked by the number of projects developed during course implementation. The study showed that in the field of education, the implementation of novel approaches developed in the industry to increase efficiency can be implemented in the educational environment. It also showed that the implementation of those methodologies does not hinder but improves the efficiency of the educational cycle.</p>","PeriodicalId":50643,"journal":{"name":"Computer Applications in Engineering Education","volume":"32 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142665112","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Research and innovation of the “ship navigation radar” course based on the four-in-one approach in engineering education accreditation 基于 "四位一体 "工程教育认证方法的 "船舶导航雷达 "课程研究与创新

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Computer Applications in Engineering Education Pub Date : 2024-10-20 DOI: 10.1002/cae.22803

Lian Jingjing, Yang Xiao, Wang Delong

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