Experiment-Based Learning and Teaching of Wind Turbine Electricity Generation for Electrical Engineering Education
摘要
Nowadays, technological education is important for developing highly competent labor. Developing learning and teaching innovations following technological changes is very important and necessary. This research focuses on the development of a wind energy electricity generation experimental package designed as an instructional tool for vocational and engineering students enrolled in renewable energy courses. The objective is to enhance students’ understanding and applying of the conversion process from mechanical wind energy to electrical energy while fostering hands-on engineering skills. The designed experimental package consists of a horizontal-axis wind turbine, a permanent magnet generator, DC-AC power conversion systems, a battery charging circuit, an Arduino-based microcontroller, and real-time LCD components for monitoring system performance. The design process follows a systematic approach, beginning with curriculum content analysis and the formulation of experiment-based learning objectives. The package was designed for practical usability, safety, and ease of assembly. Supporting instructional materials were developed, including PowerPoint presentations, worksheets, and assessments. The entire package was validated by a panel of five experts in engineering and education, evaluating its technical accuracy, educational relevance, usability, and safety. The evaluations by experts concluded that the package meets a “Very Good” level of suitability, with strong alignment to curriculum standards and safety protocols. Experiment-based learning is active learning that enhances technical competencies such as electrical measurement, transferring electrical power, circuit analysis, and system evaluation. This finding can promote students to have high competencies through critical thinking and problem-solving exercises. This technologist pedagogical innovation is aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and is a scalable STEM education model and vocational education, enabling applications in teacher training and renewable energy-related courses, and supporting lifelong learning for technical capacity building in the renewable and alternative energy field.