Computer-Aided Processes in Instruction and Research

George C. Beakley

• Publisher: Academic Press
• Year: 1985
• Print ISBN: 9780120835201
• eBook ISBN: 9780323152945
• Topic: Technik & Maschinenbau
• Subtopic: Maschinenbau Allgemein

Computer-Aided Processes in Instruction and Research focuses on the use of computers in instruction and research. Topics covered include computer-aided data acquisition and instruction; computer-aided drafting with interface for finite element mesh generation; the use of microcomputers in mechanical engineering education; and microcomputer-aided structural analysis. Computer-aided learning in problem-oriented courses is also discussed, together with the synthesis of electronics education through introductory robotics. This book is comprised of 24 chapters and begins with a discussion on the course content and the use of computer performance software by students during the design process. The following chapters explore the development of microcomputer-aided mechanical engineering software at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory; the data acquisition process and relevant laboratory exercises, as well as the uncertainties associated with measurements involving digital systems; and intelligent computer-aided instruction. Some of the problems that arise in the process of developing a computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing/computer-aided engineering curriculum in a school of engineering are highlighted. The final chapter features the Robotics Application Laboratory within the Engineering Technology Department of Texas A&M University. This monograph will be of value to students, educators, administrators, and other professionals interested in computer-assisted instruction and research.

Table of contents

• Front Cover
• Computer-Aided Processes in Instruction and Research
• Copyright Page
• Table of Contents
• Contributors
• Preface
• CHAPTER 1. A COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN EXPERIENCE IN THE CLASSROOM
• Chapter 2. Micro-CAE Mechanical Engineering Software Development at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and Participating Universities and Technology Transfer
• CHAPTER 3. COMPUTER-AIDED DATA ACQUISITION AND INSTRUCTION
• CHAPTER 4. COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING WITH INTERFACE FOR FINITE ELEMENT MESH GENERATION
• CHAPTER 5. THE MICHIGAN COMPUTER-AIDED ENGINEERING NETWORK
• CHAPTER 6. MICROCOMPUTERS IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING EDUCATION
• CHAPTER 7. PC GRAPHICS FOR FRESHMEN ENGINEERS
• CHAPTER 8. INTELLIGENT COMPUTER-AIDED INSTRUCTION IN STATICS
• CHAPTER 9. MICROCOMPUTER-AIDED STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS
• CHAPTER 10. CAE OR CAD/CAM? A MUST!
• CHAPTER 11. THE MICROCOMPUTER IN POWER SYSTEM ENGINEERING
• CHAPTER 12. COMPUTER-AIDED LEARNING IN PROBLEM-ORIENTED COURSES
• CHAPTER 13. PERSONAL COMPUTERS IN ENGINEERING EDUCATION
• CHAPTER 14. ROLE OF INTERACTIVE COMPUTER SIMULATION IN ENGINEERING EDUCATION
• CHAPTER 15. TEACHING CAD/CAM UTILIZING A SIMULATED MANUFACTURING PROJECT
• CHAPTER 16. COMPUTER-BASED INSTRUCTION: AN EVALUATION OF MICRO-PLATO STRUCTURED FORTRAN 77
• CHAPTER 17. INTEGRATION OF COMPUTER-AIDED PROCESSES INTO TOTAL ENGINEERING–THE DEVELOPMENT OF COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING (CAD) AND COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROL (CNC) FOR THE DRAFTING AND DESIGN TECHNOLOGY AND ARCHITECTURE PROGRAM AT CERRITOS COLLEGE, NORWALK, CALIFORN, U.S.A.
• CHAPTER 18. SYNTHESIS OF THE ELECTRONICS EDUCATION THROUGH INTRODUCTORY ROBOTICS
• CHAPTER 19. ROBOT TASK JUSTIFICATION: A REALISTIC APPROACH
• CHAPTER 20. ROBOTICS: AN INTRODUCTORY INTERFACE BETWEEN LIBERAL ARTS COMPUTER SCIENCE AND THE ENGINEER'S REAL WORLD
• CHAPTER 21. MICROCOMPUTER SIMULATIONS FOR ROBOTIC EDUCATION
• CHAPTER 22. AN INSTRUCTIONAL AND RESEARCH FACILITY FOR COMPUTER VISION, AUTOMATED ENGINEERING AND ROBOTICS
• CHAPTER 23. EXPERT SYSTEMS APPLICATION IN ENVIRONMENTAL GEOTECHNOLOGY
• CHAPTER 24. APPLIED RESEARCH: A COOPERATIVE VENTURE
• Index