Work in Progress: A Proposed Method for Mechanical Engineering Students with CAD Simulations for Real Machines

The aim of this work is to develop a working method so that students can acquire the skills for working with machines. This work proposes the use of machines built by students as a starting point for generating learning competencies based on reverse engineering. This methodology is carried out in four stages where the student acquires technical and soft skills. This visualization represents the first stage of the process, where theoretical knowledge of computer-aided design (CAD) is applied to create the design. The kinematics part of the second stage of the machine is obtained, allowing a detailed analysis of its operation and movements. Stage three focuses on the fabrication of new subsystems, and stage four is a quality test. This work in progress shows how the different stages will develop students' skills, but does not show the rubrics to be used nor the students' perceptions as they go through each of the stages. These elements are still being evaluated and are the future work of this project.