An experiment of computer curriculum reform based on CDIO in engineering education

CDIO is a new mode in modern engineering education distinguished from traditional modes, which is project-based. CDIO stands for conceiving, designing, implementing and operating. It has been proved effective in engineering education. After the steps of CDIO analyzed, an example using CDIO is presented to show how CDIO works, and how traditional courses are changed into CDIO courses as well. The experiments show that CDIO does work on higher vocational education in China. Finally, the paper gives discussion on how to use and how to promote CDIO in China.