Implementation of project-based learning for design of experiments using 3D printing

Purpose: This paper aims to present how the project-based learning (PBL) methodology was implemented in the Faculty of Engineering of Mondragon Unibertsitatea in the second year of the Engineering in Industrial Organisation degree to help integrate statistical knowledge related to the design of expe...

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Autores: Unzueta, Gorka, Eguren, José Alberto
Tipo de recurso: artículo
Fecha de publicación:2023
País:España
Institución:Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC)
Repositorio:UPCommons. Portal del coneixement obert de la UPC
Idioma:inglés
OAI Identifier:oai:upcommons.upc.edu:2117/395120
Acceso en línea:https://hdl.handle.net/2117/395120
https://dx.doi.org/10.3926/jiem.5254
Access Level:acceso abierto
Palabra clave:Active learning
Wind turbines
Experimental design
Additive manufacturing
Three-dimensional printing
PBL
Project-based learning
Wind turbine
Design of experiments
DOE
Industrial Organisation engineering degree
3D printing
ANOVA
Classification trees
Aprenentatge actiu
Aerogeneradors
Disseny d'experiments
Fabricació additiva
Impressió 3D
Àrees temàtiques de la UPC::Ensenyament i aprenentatge::Metodologies docents::Aprenentatge basat en problemes i projectes
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Sumario:Purpose: This paper aims to present how the project-based learning (PBL) methodology was implemented in the Faculty of Engineering of Mondragon Unibertsitatea in the second year of the Engineering in Industrial Organisation degree to help integrate statistical knowledge related to the design of experiments (DOE) and the use of advanced technologies, such as additive manufacturing (AD; also known as 3D printing). Design/methodology/approach: The methodology applied was PBL, which enables learners to apply theoretical concepts to a controlled real-world environment and to make decisions based on practical experience. PBL was applied in a team setting involving 51 students divided into 12 teams. Findings: The improvement in academic results demonstrate an improvement in the acquisition and assimilation of technical knowledge of the use of statistical tools through experimentation in a semi-industrial environment. In addition, the results of the satisfaction surveys show an increase in the motivation and commitment of the students during the project. Originality/value: The value of the work lies in the integration of advanced technologies (AM or 3D printing) and statistical knowledge in DOE through the PBL methodology in a higher education environment