Teaching engineering design module from engineering exploration and design project (EEDP) course through hands on activities

Abstract

This article highlights the experience of teaching Engineering Design module in Engineering Exploration and Design Project (EEDP) course through various hands-on activities. This multidisciplinary course is offered to the first-year engineering students from all engineering disciplines. In Engineering Design module, teaching Engineering Design process is the main and important topic which is the basis for any project. This process has five important steps which are taught through various hands-on activities designed by the author. This paper presents the application of the engineering design process by students through one activity. The rubric for assessment is discussed, and evaluation carried out is presented. The evaluation shows a good understanding of the process and needs for improvement in planning of the activity for the next session.