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Giberti, H.; Cinquemani, S. – IEEE Transactions on Education, 2012
The design of the drive system for an automatic machine and its correct sizing is a very important competence for an electrical or mechatronic engineer. This requires knowledge that crosses the fields of electrical engineering, electronics and mechanics, as well as the skill to choose commercial components based upon their technical documentation.…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Active Learning, Student Projects, Case Method (Teaching Technique)
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Dallas, T.; Berg, J. M.; Gale, R. O. – IEEE Transactions on Education, 2012
This paper describes the goals, pedagogical system, and educational outcomes of a three-semester curriculum in microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). The sequence takes engineering students with no formal MEMS training and gives them the skills to participate in cutting-edge MEMS research and development. The evolution of the curriculum from…
Descriptors: Outcomes of Education, Competition, Curriculum Development, Manufacturing
Irwin, John L. – 1992
The extent to which computer-aided drafting and design (CADD) was being used in local businesses in Saginaw, Michigan, was investigated. Focuses of a literature review were types of CADD systems, categories of CADD users, and the symbiotic relationship between industry and education in providing CADD training. The survey questionnaire was…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Design, Drafting, Electromechanical Technology, Employer Attitudes
Texas State Technical Coll., Waco. – 1996
This document is intended to help education and training institutions deliver the Machine Tool Advanced Skills Technology (MAST) curriculum to a variety of individuals and organizations. MAST consists of industry-specific skill standards and model curricula for 15 occupational specialty areas within the U.S. machine tool and metals-related…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Design, Computer Assisted Manufacturing, Course Content, Curriculum Development
Ohio State Univ., Columbus. Center on Education and Training for Employment. – 1994
This document contains 25 units to consider for use in a tech prep competency profile for the occupation of electromechanical technician. All the units listed will not necessarily apply to every situation or tech prep consortium, nor will all the competencies within each unit be appropriate. Several units appear within each specific occupation and…
Descriptors: Articulation (Education), Competence, Competency Based Education, Computer Assisted Design
Mississippi Research and Curriculum Unit for Vocational and Technical Education, State College. – 1995
This document, which is intended for technology educators in Mississippi, outlines a technology discovery course in which a modular instruction approach allows ninth graders to experience various workplace technologies within four career cluster areas: agriculture/natural resources technology, business/marketing technology, health/human services…
Descriptors: Academic Education, Aerospace Industry, Agricultural Occupations, Behavioral Objectives
Ohio State Univ., Columbus. Center on Education and Training for Employment. – 1994
This document contains 33 units to consider for use in a tech prep competency profile for the occupation of mechanical technician. All the units listed will not necessarily apply to every situation or tech prep consortium, nor will all the competencies within each unit be appropriate. Several units appear within each specific occupation and would…
Descriptors: Articulation (Education), Communications, Competence, Competency Based Education