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The present practical guide provides a brief introduction to the application of Project-Based Learning (PBL) learning methodology to manufacturing. The methodology is the central one for the degree course of the specialization subject in manufacturing technologies at the Universidade de Vigo. The state of the art of Project-Based Learning is studied, exposing the advantages of its application, considering that it should be limited to groups of no more than 20 students. The chapter presents a detailed case study on the manufacture of a piston for a two-stroke engine that includes the manufacture by aluminum casting and subsequent machining, with manual and CNC phases. The PBL application method and the development from the idea to the manufacturing and inspection of the manufactured part is developed. Finally, the assessment of the students is explained.
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The authors would like to thank the students of the case study group, Miguel Serantes, Brandon Otero, and David Moledo, for their commitment and activities. The authors are also particularly grateful for the participation of the workshop teacher, Alfonso Covela, who has always assisted the students and solved the problems that have arisen.
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Pereira, A., Diéguez, J.L. (2024). Practical Guide of Project-Based Learning (PBL) Applied to Manufacturing Technology Subject. In: Carou, D., Davim, J.P. (eds) Notes for Manufacturing Instructors. Materials Forming, Machining and Tribology. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-48468-1_9
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