Author(s)

Xinli Xu ¹, Wenbo Zhu ¹, Haiyuan Li ¹

Affiliation(s)

¹ School of Mechanical Engineering, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, Shanghai, China

Corresponding Author

Xinli Xu

ABSTRACT

Mechanical drawing is a fundamental aspect of mechanical engineering education, providing students with the skills to create and interpret technical drawings that communicate design ideas. However, traditional teaching methods often rely on manual drafting tools and rote memorization, which can limit student engagement and hinder their development of critical thinking skills. This paper presents a study that explores the transformation and optimization of mechanical drawing education by transitioning from traditional to digital methods. The study involved implementing a novel approach that incorporated computer-aided design (CAD) software, project-based learning, and online collaboration tools into the curriculum. The results indicate that this digital approach significantly improved student motivation, understanding, and overall learning outcomes.

KEYWORDS

Mechanical Drawing, Digital Transformation, CAD Software, Project-Based Learning, Online Collaboration, Engineering Education

CITE THIS PAPER

Xinli Xu, Wenbo Zhu, Haiyuan Li, From Traditional to Digital: Transforming and Optimizing Mechanical Drawing Education. Advances in Educational Technology and Psychology (2024) Vol. 8: 133-137. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/aetp.2024.080520.

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[3] Roy, A., & Bhandari, N. (2020). Engaging engineering students through CAD software in a technical drawing course. Journal of Engineering Education, 109(1), 131-144.

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