A multidisciplinary cooperative problem-based learning approach to embedded systems design

Author

Maskell, Doug L. ; Grabau, Peter J.

Author_Institution

Sch. of Eng., Electr. & Comput. Eng., James Cook Univ. of North Queensland, Townsville, Qld., Australia

Volume

41

Issue

2

fYear

1998

fDate

5/1/1998 12:00:00 AM

Firstpage

101

Lastpage

103

Abstract

A subject introducing embedded systems design to second-gear undergraduate students is described. The subject provides units introducing microprocessors and CAD tools for electronic circuit design and integrates these units into a single cohesive subject by means of a group project. The subject is developed as a multidisciplinary cooperative problem-based learning program with the base groups structured to comprise members from different degree programs offered by the School of Engineering at James Cook University, Australia. Initial results show that cooperative problem-based learning can be used to develop problem-solving, teamwork and lifelong learning skills as well as producing a level of technical knowledge beyond that of individual achievement

Keywords

circuit CAD; computer science education; educational courses; electronic engineering education; microcomputer applications; real-time systems; teaching; Australia; CAD tools; electronic circuit design; embedded systems design; group project; lifelong learning skills; microprocessors; multidisciplinary cooperative problem-based learning approach; problem solving; teamwork; technical knowledge; undergraduate students; Design automation; Design engineering; Electronic circuits; Embedded system; Engineering students; Mechatronics; Microprocessors; Problem-solving; Systems engineering and theory; Teamwork;

fLanguage

English

Journal_Title

Education, IEEE Transactions on

Publisher

ieee

ISSN

0018-9359

Type

jour

DOI

10.1109/13.669718

Filename

669718