Wen, S. B.; Yu, Z.; Huang, Z. G.; Zhang, Z. X.; Wang, X. X.; Wang, Q. F. Application of self-made teaching aids in plastics engineering courses. Polym. Bull. (in Chinese), doi: 10.14028/j.cnki.1003-3726.2026.26.119
Wen, S. B.; Yu, Z.; Huang, Z. G.; Zhang, Z. X.; Wang, X. X.; Wang, Q. F. Application of self-made teaching aids in plastics engineering courses. Polym. Bull. (in Chinese), doi: 10.14028/j.cnki.1003-3726.2026.26.119DOI:
Application of Self-made Teaching Aids in Plastics Engineering Courses
In the context of emerging engineering education and the development of first-class undergraduate courses
reforming practical teaching in specialized courses is of paramount importance. To address challenges in plastics engineering courses within the polymer materials and engineering program
such as difficulty in understanding abstract mechanical structures and principles and low student engagement
this paper explores the methods and practices of applying self-made teaching aids in course teaching. The teaching team designed and fabricated a series of key structural models
including screws
extruders
and injection molds
using 3D software and 3D printing technology
transforming two-dimensional images into observable and operable objects for application in classroom teaching of Plastics Processing Machinery
Plastics Processing Technology
and Plastic Mold Design courses. Additionally
a multifunctional product simulator and a supporting data acquisition system were designed and constructed for the Logistics Transport Plastic Packaging course
enabling intuitive verification of packaging protection effectiveness. Teaching practice demonstrates that the application of these self-made aids concretizes abstract theories
effectively stimulates students’ interest in learning
deepens their understanding of professional knowledge
and significantly enhances classroom teaching effectiveness. This provides a valuable reference for the reform of classroom and practical teaching in engineering programs.
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