Complex Problem-oriented Mechanical Engineering Practice Platform Construction and Project Implementation

First-class practical teaching is the cornerstone of first-class underground education. Teaching engineering practice, which aims to solve complex engineering problems, is an essential requirement and fundamental positioning of undergraduate engineering education. This paper proposes the concept and objectives of building a platform for mechanical engineering practice with a focus on complex engineering problems. Establishes the CDIO Mechanical Engineering Practice Platform, the high-end equipment digital design Platform, and the virtual simulation practice teaching Platform, among others. The platform guides content reform in practice teaching. This involves strengthening the depth and breadth of practice projects by setting up a group of innovative design experiments and independent practice projects in the field of mechanical engineering, highlighting students’ willingness for active learning and independent practice, and cultivating engineering thinking awareness and abilities. In addition, the operational model and mechanism of the mechanical engineering practice platform are discussed under the guidance of complex engineering problems, and the implementation process of practice projects guided by complex engineering problems is illustrated through examples. The construction of the platform and the implementation of projects play a significant role in cultivating students’ abilities to solve complex engineering problems and improving their engineering literacy.

Keywords: Complex engineering problems; Engineering literacy; Construction of practice platform; Project implementation