Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: The rapid technological advances of Industry 4.0 require Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) education to adapt and meet the needs of an increasingly digital workforce. However, institutions face significant obstacles in updating their lab spaces due to the significant investment of time and resources required. This article presents innovative approaches that aim to reconcile these conflicting goals. Flexible laboratory configuration approaches are described that can be implemented in diverse learning scenarios to optimize the sustainable use of resources in an educational context. The results suggest that, with strategic planning, adaptable STEM laboratory configurations are beneficial for education in the context of Industry 4.0.
Source: Chemie Ingenieur Technik
Authors: Ines Aubel, Stefan Krinke, Robert Mende, André Dietrich, Martin Bertau, Henning Zeidler, Sebastian Zug
Institution: TU Bergakademie Freiberg
Language: English
Subfield: Media Technology
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $3,840
OpenAlex ID: W4402280763