CDIO Applied in the Context of Materials Science

M. Wedel, J. Malmqvist, P. Goodhew (2007). CDIO Applied in the Context of Materials Science. 12.

2007 3rd International CDIO Conference, MIT, USA

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The applicability of CDIO framework to materials science has been discussed and it is suggested by using the framework it is possible to clarify the problem solving approach in materials science for the students using a paradigm familiar to them. Suggestions are made of materials engineer activities that could correspond to conceive, design, implement and operate and examples of appropriate learning activities are discussed. Learning activities for a CDIO inspired materials science program are suggested to be active learning, integrated learning, design-implement projects, virtual assignments, labs, project courses, virtual projects, sharp assignments using materials science software, taking part in larger design project as a materials specialist, student designed labs in polymer processing or heat treatment of metals, characterization of failed materials or industry as receiver of eco-recommendations. Examples are given from a new master’s program in Advanced Engineering Materials, showing cdio adaptation by for instance stressing the problem solving approach by having linked courses on failure analysis and materials selection where teams work on cases or strengthening the link to industry. Examples for improvement are also shown as well as a strategy to promote further development.

Authors (New):

Maria Knutson Wedel

Johan Malmqvist

Peter Goodhew

Pages:

Affiliations:

Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden

University of Liverpool, United Kingdom

Keywords:

Materials Science

CDIO

learning

master’s program

Year:

2007

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