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INNOVATIONS BY THE FACULTY IN TEACHING AND LEARNING |
1. Innovative teaching practices developed by faculty
a. EGYAN (Engineering Graphics: Your Animated Notebook)
Developed By:
Anand Rajagopal, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Overview:
EGYAN is an innovative and fully animated solution designed to address all aspects of Engineering Graphics problems. This application offers a step-by-step drawing procedure, with each step visually represented and activated by a touch interface. The platform significantly enhances understanding and retention for both students and educators by providing clear and interactive visual demonstrations.
Key Features and Benefits:
Figure 5.1 A screenshot of topic
Figure 5.2 A screenshot of website
A few screenshots of the EGYAN application and reviews are shown below in Figure 5.3
Figure 5.3 A screenshot of EGYAN application and reviews
2. Innovative teaching practices followed by faculty:
Figure 5.4 List of various innovative teaching practices
Table 5.1 Innovative teaching learning practices followed by faculty
FLIPPED CLASSROOM | ||||
SL. NO | SUBJECT | FACULTY | TOPIC(s) | OUTCOME |
1 | MET302: Heat and Mass Transfer(View in LinkedIn) | Harikrishnan N | Students will be advised to comprehend condensation and boiling phenomena in the section of heat transfer from pre-recorded videos and given numerical stuff from standard references in the class for a better understanding and analysis | Students will be able to analyse and obtain solutions to heat transfer problems involving phase change |
2 | MET204: Manufacturing Process (View in LinkedIn) | Vipin Vijayan | Before the class, students will be assigned resources to learn the fundamental concepts of the topicsDefects in castings: – Shaping faults arising in pouring, Inclusions and sand defects, Gas defects, Shrinkage defects, Contraction defects. Dimensional errors, Compositional errors and segregation; significance of defects on Mechanical properties.The goal is for students to familiarize themselves with the content at their own pace so they can actively participate in the in-class activities. | Students will gain an understanding of the various defects in castings and their implications on the mechanical properties of materials. |
ROLE PLAY | ||||
SL. NO | SUBJECT | FACULTY | ACTIVITY | OUTCOME |
1 | MET306: Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (View in LinkedIn) | Lijin Thomas | “Future of advanced machining technologies- Exhibition”The role-play exhibition aims to explore and showcase the future advancements in various advanced machining technologies. The exhibitors represent different machining methods and engaged with visitors by demonstrating their technologies, discussing applications, and highlighting future trends. The judges assessed the presentation skills, technical knowledge, and engagement level of the exhibitors. | Students will be able to explain different advanced machining technologies and their practical applications. |
2 | HUT310: Management for Engineers (View in LinkedIn) | Dr. Pramod Kumar M | “The Evolution of Management Thought – A Roundtable Discussion Across Time”1. The session will comprise pf a brief introduction by each theorist, presenting their key contributions and how their ideas shaped modern management practices. 2. A moderated discussion followed, where participants debated the relevance of their theories in contemporary business and engineering settings | The objective of this session is to provide students with an interactive and immersive experience in understanding the evolution of management theories and their practical applications in engineering and business environments. |
MINDMAPPING | ||||
SL. NO | SUBJECT | FACULTY | ACTIVITY | OUTCOME |
1 | MET312: Non-Destructive Testing (View in LinkedIn) | Prisley Varghese Mathew | Central Node: Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Branches:Visual Inspection: Principles, various optical aids, procedure, advantages and disadvantages.Liquid Penetrant Testing (LPT): Principles, Process, Applications, Advantages and LimitationsMagnetic Particle Testing (MPT): Principles, Equipment and Process, Applications, Advantages and Limitations | Students will be able to systematically organize and comprehend the principles, techniques, applications, advantages, and limitations of Visula Inspection, Liquid Penetrant Testing (LPT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MPT) using a structured mind map. |
2 | EST200: Design Engineering(View in LinkedIn) | Alvin Thariyath | Core Concept – Design Thinking Branches: Each Steps in design thinking | Students will understand what a mindmap is and they will develop a mindmap on the topic Design Thinking. |
PEER GROUP LEARNING | ||||
SL. NO | SUBJECT | FACULTY | ACTIVITY | OUTCOME |
1 | MET301: Mechanics of Machinery(View in LinkedIn) | Dr. Manoj Kumar K | Entire class is divided in to groups consisting maximum 3, to learn from and with each other. Instead of relying solely on a teacher or instructor, participants share knowledge, solve problems collectively, and support each others learning process. | Enhances understanding through discussion and explanation. Improves communication and teamwork skills. Builds confidence as participants teach and learn from peers. |
2 | MET304: Dynamics and Design of Machinery(View in LinkedIn) | Dr. Manoj Kumar K | Entire class is divided in to groups consisting maximum 3, to learn from and with each other. Instead of relying solely on a teacher or instructor, participants share knowledge, solve problems collectively, and support each others learning process. | Enhances understanding through discussion and explanation. Improves communication and teamwork skills. Builds confidence as participants teach and learn from peers. |
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING | ||||
SL. NO | SUBJECT | FACULTY | ACTIVITY | OUTCOME |
1 | MET402: Mechatronics(View in LinkedIn) | Dr. Nikhil M Thoppil | 1. Experiential Learning Through Virtual Circuit Design Platforms: Mini-projects on developing simple electronic circuits using virtual circuit design platforms like “TINKERCAD”, “WOKWI”, etc. followed by formal Presentations and reflections. | 1. Students use platforms like TINKERCAD and WOKWI to design and simulate circuits, integrating sensors and actuators for mechatronics applications. These mini-projects enhance their understanding of circuit design, troubleshooting, and component selection. |
2 | PCMET205: Material Science and Engineering (View in LinkedIn) | Dr. Bibin Jose | Students will: 1. Analyze a given schematic micrograph representing the microstructure of a hypothetical metal. 2. Determine the mean intercept length to characterize grain size. 3. Calculate the ASTM grain size number (G) using standard formulas. 4. Identify the magnification used in capturing the micrograph. | Students will gain practical experience in microstructure identification and grain size measurement. They will enhance their problem-solving and analytical skills by connecting microstructural features to mechanical properties, thereby bridging theoretical concepts with real-world applications. |
ONLINE INTERACTIVE PRESENTATION | ||||
SL. NO | SUBJECT | FACULTY | ACTIVITY | OUTCOME |
1 | EST200: Design and Engineering (View in LinkedIn) | Alvin Thariyath | Mentimeter, an online presentation tool is used for the activity. The session is aimed to reinforce key concepts from the first two modules through active student participation. | Students will be able to participate in the learning process actively. Also better retention and understanding of the concepts from the learners is expected. |
ROLL BASED NUMERICAL ASSESSMENT | ||||
SL. NO | SUBJECT | FACULTY | ACTIVITY | OUTCOME |
1 | MET302: Heat and Mass Transfer(View in LinkedIn) | Harikrishnan N | Students will be assigned numerical questions related to thermal resistance (conduction in a plane wall) with inputs based on their respective roll numbers | Students will be able to analyse the factors affecting thermal resistance and review their impact |
BLENDED LEARNING | ||||
1 | MET302: Heat and Mass Transfer(View in LinkedIn) | Harikrishnan N | Students will be provided video lectures (online) that introduce the concept of Fouriers law and thermal conductivity and divided into groups for cracking problems related to these sections in the classroom (offline). | Students will be able to analyse and interpret thermal conductivity for different materials, including metals, insulators, and fluids |
CASE BASED LEARNING | ||||
SL. NO | SUBJECT | FACULTY | TOPIC(s) | OUTCOME |
1 | MET466: Technology Management | Juby Joseph | Using real-world case studies to analyze and make decisions about technology management challenges. The case study explores how a leading automotive company used technology forecasting to anticipate trends in electric vehicles (EVs) and autonomous driving | Students will be able to explain the importance of strategic forecasting in a rapidly changing industry and encourages students to think critically about how businesses can prepare for disruptive innovations. |
2 | MET304: Dynamics and Design of Machinery | Dr. Manoj Kumar K | Analyze real-world case studies, such as failures of machinery due to fatigue loading. | Builds problem-solving skills and connects students with industrial scenarios |
3 | MCN 202: Constitution of India | Dr. Kurian Antony | Landmark cases related to the infringement of fundamental rights will be discussed and their judgments are analysed in a group discussion | Students will be able to understand the fundamental structure of Indian Constitution and its judiciary system. |