Implementation and use of a mobile lab bench for a first course in power electronics

Although practice by doing is typically regarded to be an effective method to facilitate student learning in a laboratory setting, stretched resources may require alternative approaches to accommodate students and to promote student retention. A portable multipurpose lab bench is presented that faci...

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Published in:International journal of electrical engineering & education 2023-04, Vol.60 (2), p.204-219
Main Authors: Karayaka, Bora, Adams, Robert, Yanik, Paul
Format: Article
Language:English
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Electronics
Learning
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Summary:Although practice by doing is typically regarded to be an effective method to facilitate student learning in a laboratory setting, stretched resources may require alternative approaches to accommodate students and to promote student retention. A portable multipurpose lab bench is presented that facilitates student learning by incorporating demonstration and discussion in a lab environment. In a first course for power electronics, improved student engagement and learning enhancement were targeted through the use of this single bench cohesively with classroom presentations and relevant theory. Laboratory assessments and end of course surveys for two consecutive years were collected to assess the learning experience as well as the effectiveness of the established mobile lab bench concept.
ISSN:0020-7209
2050-4578
DOI:10.1177/0020720920928474