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Mobile Learning for Mechanical Engineers

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  • Gyorgy Lipovszki

    (Department of Production Informatics, Management and Control, Faculty of Engineering, Budapest University of Technology and Economics Budapest, Hungary)

  • Istvan Molnar

    (Department of Computer and Information Systems, School of Business, Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania, Bloomsburg, USA)

Abstract

The paper presents the first stage of a pilot project, which aims to introduce m-learning in mechanical engineering education. Basic concepts and technological considerations are discussed first, together with presentation of technical solutions for an m-learning system. We use some basic assumptions and make fundamental decisions related to the applied educational methodology and the hardware, software and network solutions. While selecting state-of-the-art hardware (HP iPAQ Pocket PC), we choose generally applicable and available software solutions. We also describe the specific, but highly generalised m-learning environment and its elements. The conversion of educational materials, and especially the application of subject-specific media, is discussed later in detail. We devote special attention to and show how simulation models can be applied in course materials in m-learning environments. The applied software solutions provide flexibility and long-term applicability, despite the rapidly changing technical environment.

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  • Gyorgy Lipovszki & Istvan Molnar, 2006. "Mobile Learning for Mechanical Engineers," Society and Economy, Akadémiai Kiadó, Hungary, vol. 28(1), pages 81-94, April.
  • Handle: RePEc:aka:soceco:v:28:y:2006:i:1:p:81-94
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