Project based learning for metrology education using reverse engineering

Abstract

This paper describes and discusses an undergraduate course with focus on metrology and manufacturing using the project based learning approach. With reverse engineering of a mechanical system the students have to perform several presentations describing the phases of the work from system and parts selection, technical drawings from geometry measurements, materials definitions and quality control planning. Requirements, contents of students' seminars and examples of measurement systems are described. A study on the methods of evaluation in the engineering course shows the positive impact of project based learning for manufacturing and metrology education using reverse engineering.