Integrating Computational Simulation into Advanced Separation Engineering: A Teaching Reform under the Emerging Engineering Paradigm
Journal: Journal of Higher Education Research DOI: 10.32629/jher.v7i3.5308
Abstract
Under the emerging engineering education framework driven by digitalization and low-carbon transformation in the chemical industry, this study presents a systematic teaching reform for Advanced Separation Engineering, a core graduate course. Addressing key challenges: fragmented simulation instruction, disconnection between teaching and research, and limited competency development, the reform establishes a three-dimensional pedagogical framework grounded in constructivist learning theory, outcome-based education (OBE), and industry-university collaboration. A four-dimensional strategy was implemented: (1) restructuring the curriculum into multi-scale modules (molecular, equipment, process); (2) designing a three-stage spiral teaching model integrating foundational training, industrial case practice, and research-oriented projects; (3) building an open, shared simulation platform across campus, research lab, and enterprise; and (4) adopting a diversified, competence-oriented assessment system. Over three academic years (2023-2025), the reform engaged 237 chemical engineering postgraduates. Evaluation data demonstrate significant improvements in students’ simulation proficiency, engineering design thinking, and independent research capacity. The proposed model offers strong operability and scalability for graduate engineering education reform.
Keywords
emerging engineering education, advanced separation engineering, computational simulation, postgraduate teaching reform, multi-scale education
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