On the developing role of physical models in engineering design education

Green, G. and Smrcek, L. (2006) On the developing role of physical models in engineering design education. European Journal of Engineering Education, 31(2), pp. 191-200. (doi: 10.1080/03043790600567860)

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Publisher's URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/03043790600567860

Abstract

Recent research, undertaken using participative observation methods within the Leonardo Da Vinci project 'Open-Dynamic-Design', provides evidence that EU industrial practice continues to value the flexibility of physical models across a range of disciplines. This research is placed within the philosophical educational framework established by Schon and examples of implementation within the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering disciplines at the University of Glasgow are discussed. It is argued that physical models support the concurrent optimisation of design and manufacturing processes and that they represent a continuing generic tool to support engineering design education.

Item Type:Articles
Keywords:Physical models, engineering design education.
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Green, Dr Graham and Smrcek, Dr Ladislav
Authors: Green, G., and Smrcek, L.
Subjects:T Technology > TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery
College/School:College of Science and Engineering > School of Engineering > Autonomous Systems and Connectivity
College of Science and Engineering > School of Engineering > Systems Power and Energy
University Centres > Glasgow Materials Research Initiative
Journal Name:European Journal of Engineering Education
ISSN:0304-3797

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