Author(s)

Zhenzeng Wu ¹, Zhenghan Cai ¹, Shuqiong Liu ¹, Jinyun Zhao ¹, Shengyun Zhao ¹

Affiliation(s)

¹ College of Ecology and Resource Engineering, Wuyi University, No. 16, Wuyi Avenue, Wuyishan, Fujian, China

Corresponding Author

Zhenzeng Wu

ABSTRACT

Addressing evolving industry demands and pedagogical challenges in polymer materials engineering, this study pioneers an integrated approach to bridge CAD/CAE instruction with professional practice. Current limitations in linking theoretical coursework with applied skills are systematically analyzed, revealing critical gaps in student competence development. A novel pedagogical framework is proposed, incorporating industry-aligned polymer case studies into CAD curricula through project-driven methodology. Key innovations include establishing industry-academia partnerships to simulate real-world technical environments, implementing blended theory-practice instruction, and deploying a cross-institutional digital resource platform. This model demonstrates significant potential in advancing students' operational proficiency and innovation capacity, thereby strengthening talent cultivation outcomes for the polymer engineering discipline.

KEYWORDS

Polymer Materials, CAD/CAE Courses, Industry-Immersive Instruction, Teaching Reform, Curriculum-Practice Convergence

CITE THIS PAPER

Zhenzeng Wu, Zhenghan Cai,  Shuqiong Liu, Jinyun Zhao, Shengyun Zhao, Integrating CAD/CAE Coursework with Professional Practice: An Innovative Approach for Polymer Materials Engineering Education. Curriculum and Teaching Methodology (2025) Vol. 8: 25-30. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/curtm.2025.080504.

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