scholarly journals Understanding and Correlating of Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics I and Process Heat Transfer through Integrated Project

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 9-16
Author(s):  
Shafirah Samsuri ◽  
Shuhaimi Mahadzir ◽  
Wan Nur Aisyah Wan Osman
Keyword(s):  
Heat Transfer ◽  
Chemical Engineering ◽  
Project Based Learning ◽  
Engineering Practice ◽  
First Year ◽  
Final Report ◽  
Learning Approach ◽  
New Learning ◽  
Integrated Project ◽  
Process Heat

The development of engineering education plays a significant role in creating a competency base for engineering students to be excellent in engineering practice as well as other professional skills such as communication, teamwork and leadership. Project-Based Learning via Integrated Project entitled Heat Recovery from Ammonia Synthesis Reactor for Power Generation was introduced as a new learning approach for First Year First Semester Chemical Engineering student to replace the conventional learning approach via lecture. This integrated project is a hybrid of two core Chemical Engineering subjects for First Year students: Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics I and Process Heat Transfer. This integrated project aims to evaluate students' ability to relate two different subjects when learning in the same semester and apply them to the same application. This integrated project is expected to enhance students' learning curve and ensure that the output of this study can be achieved in a consistent effort and timely manner. Assessments in the form of formative (reflection and peer review) and summative (final report) are applied to the students via individual and group. Based on the reflection's analysis, 50% of the students mentioned that the project is very challenging; meanwhile, only 30% agreed that they could relate the project with both subjects even though it is complex and challenging. Despite that, 70% of the students stated that their learning goal is achievable. They were able to view the industrial application, especially the heat exchanger application, through this project. Overall, 90% agreed that they achieved this integrated project's objectives: to relate two different subjects when learning in the same semester and apply them to the same application. Hence, it is noteworthy to highlight that this integrated project is carefully mapped. The new learning approach via Project-Based Learning brought positive outcome towards the students' learning experiences, skills and understanding.

scholarly journals Project-based Approach in a First-Year Engineering Course to Promote Project Management and Sustainable Energy Development

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pooya Taheri ◽  
Csilla Tamas
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Energy ◽  
Energy Development ◽  
Project Based Learning ◽  
First Year ◽  
Learning Approach ◽  
Group Project ◽  
Energy Demands ◽  
Energy Needs ◽  
Engineering And Technology ◽  
Scientific Technical

To safeguard the environment and satisfy the energy needs of the present, without compromising the ability of future generations to do the same, sustainable energy development is urgently needed. This complex task is riddled with social, political, scientific, technical, and environmental challenges. Education is essential if we are to meet the energy demands of the world in the most sustainable manner available to us. Langara College offers a first-year engineering course that is meant to introduce students to engineering design and case studies, in addition to providing a brief glance on the history, ethics, and the different disciplines of engineering (APSC 1010–Engineering and Technology in Society). This paper demonstrates how this, or similar courses are optimized to raise awareness of the sustainability issues this planet is facing.Using a project-based learning approach that promotes teamwork and research, this course uses a variety of instructional methods including lectures, class discussions, and guest appearances by experts in their fields. Introductions to technical concepts, such as soldering, 3D printing, and microcontroller, are also addressed. The course culminates in a group project in which students are encouraged to select and research an issue on sustainable development. Several topics, which has already been briefly covered by the curriculum, include population, ecosystem, energy, and water.

scholarly journals Collaborative Approach for Teaching Chemical Process Design

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michel F. Couturier ◽  
Guida Bendrich
Keyword(s):  
Process Design ◽  
Chemical Engineering ◽  
Local Economy ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Engineering Practice ◽  
Final Report ◽  
Collaborative Approach ◽  
Chemical Process Design ◽  
Engineering Program ◽  
Design Activities

A collaborative approach has been successfully used to teach the senior process design course in the Chemical Engineering program at UNB since 2010. Every design project in the course is sponsored by an outside client. Two teams of four or five students are assigned to each project. The teams work independently and are co-mentored by a faculty member and a practicing engineer. This collaborative approach brings engineering practice in the classroom while keeping faculty members in control of academic requirements. Eight evenly-spaced milestones pace students and co-mentors by defining the tasks that need to be accomplished, by setting the marking scheme for the deliverables and by providing a framework for the progressive assembly of a high-quality final report. Our approach has increased the number of faculty members interested in design activities and allows students to contribute to the local economy while becoming proficient in engineering design. Comments received from students, clients and co-mentors have been highly positive.

scholarly journals Project-Based Approach in a First-Year Engineering Course to Promote Project Management and Sustainability

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 104 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pooya Taheri
Keyword(s):  
Project Management ◽  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Project Based Learning ◽  
Future Generations ◽  
First Year ◽  
Learning Approach ◽  
Student Survey ◽  
Energy Demands ◽  
Energy Needs ◽  
Scientific Technical

To safeguard the environment and satisfy the energy needs of the present, without compromising the ability of future generations to do the same, sustainable energy development is urgently needed. This complex task is riddled with social, political, scientific, technical, and environmental challenges. Education is essential if we are to meet the energy demands of the world in the most sustainable manner available to us. Langara College offers a first-year engineering course that is meant to introduce students to engineering design and case studies, in addition to providing a brief glance on the history, ethics, and the different disciplines of engineering (APSC 1010). Using a project-based learning approach that promotes teamwork and research, this course uses a variety of instructional methods including lectures, class discussions, and guest appearances by experts in their fields. Introductions to technical concepts, such as soldering, 3D printing, and microcontroller, are also addressed in this course. This paper demonstrates how this, or similar courses, are optimized to raise awareness of the sustainability issues this planet is facing. Learning outcomes are evaluated using an anonymous student survey which demonstrates how the students’ project-management and presentation skills have improved.

FIRST YEAR IMPLEMENTATION OF A PROJECT-BASED LEARNING APPROACH: THE NEED FOR ADDRESSING TEACHERS’ ORIENTATIONS IN THE ERA OF REFORM

2010 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 893-917 ◽  
Author(s):  
Meredith A. Park Rogers ◽  
Dionne I. Cross ◽  
Melissa Sommerfeld Gresalfi ◽  
Amy E. Trauth-Nare ◽  
Gayle A. Buck
Keyword(s):  
Project Based Learning ◽  
First Year ◽  
Learning Approach
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