Over 150 emeddable or downloadable 3D Simulations in the subject area of Automation, Electro/Mechanical, Process Control, and Renewable Energy. Short 3-7 minute simulations that cover a range of engineering topics to help students understand conceptual engineering topics. Each video is hosted on Vimeo and can be played, embedded, or downloaded for use in the classroom or online. Other option includes an embeddable HTML player created in Storyline with review questions for each simulation that reinforce the concepts learned. Made possible under a Department of Labor grant. Extensive storyboard/scripting work with instructors and industry experts to ensure content is accurate and up to date. Fully free and customizable through a Creative Commons license. Simulations developed in partnership with Eastern Iowa Community Colleges and Lucid Way E-Learning Group.
Type of Material:
Website (videos). Simulation
Recommended Uses:
Videos can be used as supplemental lecture material, to support an asynchronous course, to replace some hands on lab experiences or as assesments if the interactive quiz option is selected. These video are useful for traditional and hybrid/blended teaching, they might be recommended for:
- Play in class for courses on different topics of Engineering Technology;
- Class discussion;
- Discussion forum;
- Individual.
Technical Requirements:
Internet browser and a good internet connection. These are simple embeddable Vimeo video files or you can choose to stream it. Optional: LMS for embeddable Storyline file. Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge browsers were used to access the material. It seems that all facilities are active for any browser.
Identify Major Learning Goals:
Topics were chosen by instructors to include those most difficult for students to grasp. Students will be able to quickly and thoroughly grasp the concepts being presented in a visual format including: AC Circuit Analysis, Basic Math Topics, DC Circuit Analysis, Digital Circuits and Systems, Electrical Motor and Power, Fluid Power Control, Fluid Power/Design and Application, Fluid Power Fundamentals, Industrial Print Reading, Industrial Robotics, Lean Manufacturing, Microcontrollers, Motion Control, Motors and Drives, Physics Fundamentals, Process Control, Programmable Logic Controllers, Solid States and Systems. This website is aimed at generalist scientists as well as engineering students and professionals and its main learning objectives are to know the basics of learning simulations which cover automation and robotics, electrical and motor control and process control or renewable energy.
Target Student Population:
Middle School, High School, College General Ed, College Lower Division, College Upper Division, Graduate School, Professional
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
Basic computer skills are necessary to use the material. More advanced skills are needed to embed the videos into an LMS course. Some topics require previous knowledge to understand such as an understanding of binary to fully appreciate the video explanation of 'How Actuators Work'. Other topics such as Basic Math Review require a basic understanding of algebra.
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
Over 150 emeddable or downloadable 3D Simulations in the subject area of Automation, Electro/Mechanical, Process Control, and Renewable Energy. These simulations that cover a range of engineering topics to help students understand conceptual engineering topics. The content structure is correct. The videos summarize quite well and accurately the different engineering topics.Videos show a detailed demonstration of the respective concept in a visual manner. The script is well conceived and present the logical sequence of understanding the concept. The scientific content seems to be updated and is relevant for engineering practice. Many of the videos could be considered core contents in engineering courses.
Concerns:
No concerns.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
Currently, universities and schools have increasingly used video support to provide teaching activities such as online, hybrid and flipped classroom. The video improves the motivation of learners and makes them more active, which improves the quality of learning. The learning objectives and prerequisite knowledge are not declared explicitly in every video but they address common core concepts in engineering courses. They can be conceived as “learning pills”, easy to integrate into curriculum assignments. Concepts are presented concisely and in a logical sequence. The duration of videos, 3 to 7 minutes, could keep the attention of the learner easily. Every material could be downloaded as a stand-alone video or integrated into any LMS (instructions on how embedding into a Website are provided) and, as a consequence, it can be easily integrated in both traditional, hybrid or online teaching courses. The version for LMS includes self-assessment quizzes.
Concerns:
No concerns.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
Ease of use as website. All the links are functional. The engineering learning simulation videos can be used easily in multiple ways: directly on the website, downloading the video (mp4, a very compatible format) or integrated into a Learning Management System. The videos are engaging and visually attractive as they are very dynamic.
Concerns:
No concerns.
Creative Commons:
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