Computer Applications in Engineering Education最新文献

{"title":"Empowering Computer Vision in Higher Education: A Novel Tool for Enhancing Video Coding Comprehension","authors":"Carlos Cuevas,&nbsp;Carlos Cortés,&nbsp;Narciso García","doi":"10.1002/cae.22808","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/cae.22808","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The growing demand for skilled computer vision professionals requires effective educational approaches. This study explores a novel tool based on Virtual Programming Language principles designed to enhance computer vision education, specifically in video coding. The tool leverages a user-friendly interface and a custom widget library for video exploration, enabling students to engage with video data manipulation, motion estimation simulations, and visualization of coding effects. A controlled experiment with computer vision students from a university master's program demonstrates that the tool significantly improves student motivation, knowledge acquisition, and overall learning outcomes. This study highlights the potential of such tools to revolutionize computer vision education, leading to better engagement, deeper understanding, and enhanced practical skills. Therefore, it paves the way for further exploration of similar tools in computer vision and other science, technology, engineering, and mathematics disciplines.</p>","PeriodicalId":50643,"journal":{"name":"Computer Applications in Engineering Education","volume":"33 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/cae.22808","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142692055","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Impact of basic artificial intelligence (AI) course on understanding concepts, literacy, and empowerment in the field of AI among students","authors":"Yan Hua Chen,&nbsp;Kai Zhang","doi":"10.1002/cae.22806","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/cae.22806","url":null,"abstract":"<p>With the development of information technologies and information processing methods, it is important to provide high-quality education in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). The study aims to investigate the impact of an educational course on AI on the comprehension of concepts, literacy, and empowerment in the field of AI among students of higher educational institutions. The experiment involved 125 students from Hohai University in China. As a result of taking the training course, students were able to improve their understanding of concepts (increasing their average score from 6.33 to 9.69), literacy (from 2.94 to 3.99), and empowerment (from 3.90 to 4.04) in AI. The resulting data statistically confirmed the effectiveness of the developed course for improving confidence in the field of AI. The training module can be applied to improve confidence in the field of AI for students in various careers, as information competence is important these days and increases the success of graduates in employment. When it comes to further research, the encouraging results of this study suggest opportunities for promoting this training program among a diverse group of participants. To confirm the effectiveness of the developed course, it can be conducted among students in schools and other educational institutions, reducing it to even more basic if necessary.</p>","PeriodicalId":50643,"journal":{"name":"Computer Applications in Engineering Education","volume":"33 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142685261","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}

{"title":"Celebrating Computer Applications in Engineering Education","authors":"Magdy F. Iskander","doi":"10.1002/cae.22809","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/cae.22809","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50643,"journal":{"name":"Computer Applications in Engineering Education","volume":"33 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142691207","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}

{"title":"Exploring Online Teaching's Impact on Instructors in Core Engineering Courses: Insights, Challenges, and Future Directions","authors":"Rajaa Alqudah,&nbsp;Majd Batarseh,&nbsp;Fadia El-Issa","doi":"10.1002/cae.22807","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/cae.22807","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>This study examines the impact of online teaching on instructors of fundamental engineering courses, focusing on insights, challenges, and future pathways. By analyzing the instructors' perspectives, the research examines various aspects of online teaching, including mode of delivery, student engagement strategies, assessment preferences, and future directions. Insights are drawn from a comprehensive survey of instructors, shedding light on their experiences, challenges, and preferences in the online teaching landscape. The findings highlight a preference for synchronous sessions, the utilization of diverse engagement techniques, and the significance of maintaining academic integrity in assessments. Instructors' preference for face-to-face interaction for improved academic performance and openness to hybrid teaching modes are evident. This study not only provides valuable insights into the dynamics of online teaching but also paves the way for future advancements in pedagogical strategies and educational technology integration. The research identifies potential areas for future work, ranging from refining hybrid teaching models to exploring emerging technologies and fostering instructor training.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":50643,"journal":{"name":"Computer Applications in Engineering Education","volume":"33 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142692109","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}

{"title":"Incorporating Agile Methodologies Into the Chemical Engineering Curriculum","authors":"Sourojeet Chakraborty,&nbsp;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}

{"title":"Enhancing educational efficiency: Generative AI chatbots and DevOps in Education 4.0","authors":"Edis S. Mekić,&nbsp;Mihailo N. Jovanović,&nbsp;Kristijan V. Kuk,&nbsp;Bojan P. Prlinčević,&nbsp;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}

{"title":"Research and innovation of the “ship navigation radar” course based on the four-in-one approach in engineering education accreditation","authors":"Lian Jingjing,&nbsp;Yang Xiao,&nbsp;Wang Delong","doi":"10.1002/cae.22803","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/cae.22803","url":null,"abstract":"<p>To achieve the strategic goal of marine and transportation power, it is imperative to cultivate highly skilled navigation professionals with a strong theoretical foundation and practical expertize. Seizing the opportunity by the “Double Thousand Plan” first-class undergraduate courses initiated by the Ministry of Education, a four-in-one experimental teaching model is developed for ship navigation radar courses that integrate virtual reality technology under the context of engineering certification. The model encompasses land laboratory real training, maritime radar simulator training platform, comprehensive real-ship training at sea, and virtual laboratory teaching and training. Through this innovative approach, students can acquire essential knowledge of ship navigation radar required for practical activities in navigation practice while honing their operational skills in positioning, navigation, and collision avoidance using radars. Furthermore, an analysis of course attainment and future development trends is conducted to provide insights into enhancing maritime education and fostering internationally competitive shipping talents.</p>","PeriodicalId":50643,"journal":{"name":"Computer Applications in Engineering Education","volume":"32 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142665028","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}

{"title":"A Jupyter Notebook for teaching mathematical modeling with experiments","authors":"Jaime González-Sierra,&nbsp;Luis Gerardo Trujillo-Franco,&nbsp;Hugo Francisco Abundis-Fong","doi":"10.1002/cae.22801","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/cae.22801","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Mathematical modeling and numerical simulation have a considerable presence in the vast universe of engineering disciplines, given their usefulness in explaining, comprehending, and simulating phenomena and processes with which engineers are in contact in their daily creative and problem-solving work. For this reason, engineering study programs have at least one course dedicated to dealing with the mathematical modeling of dynamic systems as an essential complement to subsequent courses such as automatic control, structural dynamics, and mechanical vibrations. Nowadays, many technological tools illustrate the applications of mathematical modeling interactively through experiments that offer an incomparable motivation to the students to corroborate with real-world examples, the utility and veracity of the theory presented to them in the classroom and that in many occasions seems lacking utility and direct relation with the world in which they develop. Based on those mentioned above, this paper presents an example of applying the Laplace transform in modeling physical systems, using a second-order circuit attached to an Arduino Due board in conjunction with the Jupyter Notebook environment. The numerical and experimental results can be obtained through three optional kernels: Python, Octave, or MATLAB®. For educational purposes, the resulting computer application was presented to undergraduate students of Mechatronics Engineering as an illustrative complement to two courses entitled Signals and Systems Analysis, part of the second semester, and Mathematical Modeling, part of the fifth semester.</p>","PeriodicalId":50643,"journal":{"name":"Computer Applications in Engineering Education","volume":"32 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142664897","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}

{"title":"Development of a virtual teaching module for advanced semiconductor fabrication and its learning effectiveness analysis","authors":"Wernhuar Tarng,&nbsp;Jen-Kai Huang,&nbsp;Jen-Chu Shu,&nbsp;Yu-Hsuan Lin,&nbsp;Ting-Yun Chang,&nbsp;Hsin-Yu Jwo,&nbsp;Chun-Wei Tang","doi":"10.1002/cae.22802","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/cae.22802","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Semiconductor fabrication is the process of manufacturing semiconductor devices, typically integrated circuits (ICs) such as microprocessors and memory. This involves transferring circuit diagrams onto a silicon wafer using photomasks and photoresists. After a series of fabrication processes, ICs are created on the wafer surface and then diced into individual chips, which are packaged and tested with quality control procedures to become the final products. Virtual reality (VR) simulates imaginary experiences or environments difficult to achieve in the real world through human senses and immersive equipment, allowing users to interact in a virtual 3D space in real time, making it well suited for applications in science education and industrial training. This study transforms the essential knowledge of advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes into an easily understandable virtual teaching module, thereby creating educational resources for high school and college students. The objective is to enhance their scientific and technological literacy, yielding substantial benefits for the general public. This study utilized VR technology to simplify and clarify the knowledge about the semiconductor manufacturing process, making it more engaging for learners. The virtual teaching module's learning content includes an overview of wafer preparation, semiconductor fabrication, chip packaging, and IC testing. Users can interact with the virtual teaching module and conduct virtual experiments to enhance their understanding by trial and error. Experimental results show that it can improve students' learning achievement and learning motivation. Therefore, the virtual teaching module is suitable for high-school students and the general public to understand semiconductor technology and its applications. The effectiveness of the virtual teaching module is heavily dependent on the availability and quality of VR hardware and software. Limited access to advanced VR equipment or technical issues could have affected the learning experience, thereby influencing the learning outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":50643,"journal":{"name":"Computer Applications in Engineering Education","volume":"32 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142664528","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}

{"title":"Transforming academic assessment: The metaverse-backed Web 3 secure exam system","authors":"Abdul Razzaq,&nbsp;Tao Zhang,&nbsp;Muhammad Numair,&nbsp;Abdulrahman Alreshidi,&nbsp;Cheng Jing,&nbsp;Abdulaziz Aljaloud,&nbsp;Shahbaz A. K. Ghayyur,&nbsp;Salman Ahmed,&nbsp;Mumtaz Qurat Ul Ain","doi":"10.1002/cae.22797","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/cae.22797","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Metaverse—a three-dimensional computational environment—combines physical and virtual reality to enable social relationships and immersive experiences by mimicking real-world scenarios. Metaverse is considered the third wave of the internet revolution (exploiting Web 3.0), leveraging upcoming technologies such as extended reality and artificial intelligence shaping a new era of human–-machine interactions. In recent years, increased research and development on educational technologies (EduTech) based on blockchain technology has seen substantial growth of metaverse-based solutions within the higher education context. This research aims to synergize blockchain technology and metaverse environments to conduct online exams (metaExam) in a trustworthy, reliable, and secure way. The synergy between blockchain and the metaverse brings various benefits, such as improved security, cost effectiveness, and increased efficiency in the online examination process. One of the central features of the proposed solution metaExam is to leverage cryptographic protocols via blockchain to control data access, making verification faster and protecting against misuse. Exam scores and grades are stored on a blockchain ledger using a digital signature method to enhance security. We validated the proposed solution by testing a prototype on the Ethereum platform using the Sepolia Testnet network using Microsoft Windows environment. Evaluation results indicate (i) query response time (10–50 ms), (ii) and query execution performance (CPU utilization between 1%–5%) offering computationally feasible solution. This research contributes by integrating blockchain and metaverse technologies to offer a solution metaExam that can offer improved security and immersive user experience for exam management. The proposed solution and its validation can provide insights into transforming online exams, offering a fresh perspective on addressing concerns about exam grade authenticity and verifying academic credentials in EduTech.</p>","PeriodicalId":50643,"journal":{"name":"Computer Applications in Engineering Education","volume":"32 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2024-10-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142664630","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}