Improving Student Learning in an Engineering Graphics for Design Course through Differentiated and Project-Based Instructions
Session Format
Presentation Session (20 minutes)
Location
Room 2904 A
Abstract for the conference program
The Engineering Graphics for Design course is one of the most important courses in freshman engineering. However, one of the main challenges in teaching this course at Valdosta State University is handling a relatively large computer lab-based course and a wide range of skills and learning abilities in students. Many of our students are quick in learning computer tools and Commands in programs such as AutoCAD. Also, some students have good CAD drawing background from high school. But many have difficulty understanding 2-D or 3-D geometric and angular relations, geometric and trigonometric laws, and logical reasoning associated with fundamentals of engineering graphic. Recently, we have explored various pedagogical techniques to allow students to work on various self-paced CAD projects that are related to their field of interest in engineering. Also, we have included some team-based filed projects to increase interaction and collaborations among students. Furthermore, we added many online resources in D2L, and increased in-class and out-of-class support for students. Initial results shows an increased student success and course satisfaction among the students.
Proposal Track
Non-research Project
Start Date
3-7-2014 9:30 AM
End Date
3-7-2014 9:50 AM
Recommended Citation
Hojjatie, Barry, "Improving Student Learning in an Engineering Graphics for Design Course through Differentiated and Project-Based Instructions" (2014). Interdisciplinary STEM Teaching & Learning Conference (2012-2019). 50.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/stem/2014/2014/50
Improving Student Learning in an Engineering Graphics for Design Course through Differentiated and Project-Based Instructions
Room 2904 A
The Engineering Graphics for Design course is one of the most important courses in freshman engineering. However, one of the main challenges in teaching this course at Valdosta State University is handling a relatively large computer lab-based course and a wide range of skills and learning abilities in students. Many of our students are quick in learning computer tools and Commands in programs such as AutoCAD. Also, some students have good CAD drawing background from high school. But many have difficulty understanding 2-D or 3-D geometric and angular relations, geometric and trigonometric laws, and logical reasoning associated with fundamentals of engineering graphic. Recently, we have explored various pedagogical techniques to allow students to work on various self-paced CAD projects that are related to their field of interest in engineering. Also, we have included some team-based filed projects to increase interaction and collaborations among students. Furthermore, we added many online resources in D2L, and increased in-class and out-of-class support for students. Initial results shows an increased student success and course satisfaction among the students.
