Industrial Engineering Students Research Articles

Gender assessment of teaching work during the pandemic lockdown. The case of a higher education institution in southeastern Mexico

Two years after the end of the COVID-19 stage, studies have been found on various factors related to university education; however, each region experienced and developed strategies in a different way. This situation contributed to generate contingency actions that helped to minimize educational deficiencies when these could not be face-to-face; however, although there were certainly insufficiencies, most teachers had to manage to transmit their knowledge, often supported by technological tools or by any other means that suited their work or teaching skills. The objective of this research was to evaluate the teaching work during the confinement generated by the COVID-19 pandemic by the industrial engineering students of the Instituto Tecnológico de Mérida. The study had a quantitative approach, relational scope since groups of industrial engineering students were compared, and non-experimental cross-sectional design, since variables were measured at a single point in time and variables were compared with respect to gender. The results showed that there are significant differences in the opinions of academic work between female and male students. This result leads us to reflect on the need to address the teaching-learning process in female students, since the results obtained show that they do not perceive academic work in the same way as male students.

Strategi Bersaing antara Produk Susu Ultramilk dan Cimory Menggunakan Teknik Analisis Game Theory dan Marcov Chain

The competition in the Ultramilk milk market is becoming increasingly fierce due to strong competition from various competitors in the dairy processing industry, including brands like Cimory that are becoming more popular among consumers. This research aims to understand how brand switching occurs among Cimory and Ultramilk packaged milk consumers and to identify effective marketing strategies to retain customers. The methods used in processing the research data involve Markov Chain and Game Theory. The research was conducted by distributing questionnaires to Industrial Engineering students of the 2020 class at Singaperbangsa Karawang University. The results of the study indicate that the factors influencing brand switching are the size of the milk packaging. Marketing strategies that need to be improved for both milk products include pricing, flavor variations, packaging, and product availability. From the results of the Markov chain calculations on Ultramilk and Cimory milk, the researchers concluded that the market share forecast for the next 5 years shows an increase in Cimory milk sales by 18% and a decrease in Ultramilk sales by 4%, with variable chances of change each year. Keywords: Game Theory, Markov Chain, Marketing Strategy, Packaging Milk.

Enhancing methods engineering education with a digital platform: usability and educational impact on industrial engineering students

IntroductionWork study aims to comprehend the potential of human work by assessing the duration of tasks and identifying methods for reducing them to enhance productivity and efficiency. On the other hand, methods engineering analyzes job processes to determine the most efficient and cost-effective techniques, resulting in improved operations. These areas are essential in the field of industrial engineering. Traditionally, they are taught using printed manuals and classroom-based instruction. Nevertheless, these conventional strategies frequently encounter difficulties engaging students and generating solid comprehension of the topics.MethodsThis study involved the development of a digital platform to improve methods engineering education. The platform adapts the curriculum of the methods engineering course offered at Universidad Panamericana. Each laboratory's practice includes detailed instructions and tasks for students to complete. Upon finishing, students submit their reports, which the professor then assesses. If the report meets the required standards, it is approved; otherwise, students must repeat the activities. An experience system serves as a tracker for course completion and keeps track of the student's progress.ResultsAn experimental group of 26 students who responded to Doll and Torkzadeh's end-user computer satisfaction survey tested the platform. Participants responded positively, particularly regarding the platform's accuracy (73.08% high satisfaction), ease of use (majority rated 5 for user-friendliness), and timeliness (majority satisfied with up-to-date information). However, the format dimension received mixed ratings, indicating areas for improvement. Additionally, participants appreciated the platform's ability to track progress and motivate the completion of laboratories, with 61.54% finding the content relevant and valuable for learning methods engineering concepts.DiscussionThe results suggest that integrating digital platforms into educational settings could significantly enhance educational settings, particularly in engineering courses where conventional approaches struggle to maintain student interest and engagement. Participants' positive responses support digital platforms' potential to complement and improve teaching methods. Future research will focus on integrating adaptive learning and generating micro-credentials to certify student expertise.

Using the Buana Online Course web-based mobile application to improve English for specific purpose engineering courses

This study investigates the effectiveness of the Buana Online Course (BOC) web-based mobile application in enhancing English for specific purposes (ESP) skills among engineering students and explores their perceptions of the course's effectiveness in improving their language proficiency and comprehension of technical texts. The BOC is a learning management system developed by Universitas Buana Perjuangan Karawang Indonesia, and the study involved 49 industrial engineering students from the university. A quantitative research design was employed, with data collected via questionnaires and analyzed descriptively to assess the responses. The findings indicate that the BOC is effective in teaching ESP, with a 49% improvement in reading skills, a 38.80% improvement in writing skills, a 38.80% improvement in communication skills, a 40.80% improvement in applying language skills in an engineering context, and a 38.80% improvement in communication skills. A total of 40.80% of the students showed that the BOC learning management system could be one of the learning media that increases understanding of the cross-cultural aspects among engineering students. The implications of this study suggest that online courses and web-based applications can play a significant role in facilitating ESP learning in engineering contexts and provides valuable insights for educators and institutions aiming to enhance language education through technological integration.

Smart Factory integration in industrial engineering curriculum: Preparing students for industry 4.0 challenges

This paper discusses the integration of Smart Factory technology into Industrial and Systems Engineering education, focusing on its transformative impact and educational implications. Smart factories are revolutionizing the modern manufacturing industry by leveraging Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) and cutting-edge technologies. Through the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT), these factories enhance production efficiency, minimize costs, and elevate the overall quality of their goods and services. Understanding the impact of smart factories and the educational implications that follow from this technology is crucial. Doing so enables us to prepare students for the challenges of the modern manufacturing industry, fostering a more informed, skilled, and adaptable workforce. Therefore, this research highlights the benefits of incorporating smart factory concepts into industrial engineering education to prepare students for “Industry 4.0” challenges. By providing hands-on experience with smart factory technology, this research aims to enhance industrial engineering students' theoretical knowledge and practical understanding of smart factories.

Playful exercise focused on microeconomics, applying gamification: “Rompeconomía”

Microeconomics is a branch of economics that focuses on the behavior of individual economic agents, such as consumers, businesses, and workers. Coupled with this, it analyzes how they interact in the market to determine supply and demand, prices and the allocation of resources. It is a fundamental tool to understand the economy and how it works in daily life. Based on this, the development of a recreational activity was carried out in order to strengthen theoretical knowledge, as well as the different market structures, in Industrial Engineering students from the Industrial University of Santander who are taking the subject "Economic environment”. To develop the activity, we worked in small groups through phases, which consist of identifying necessary aspects to prepare them based on a case study, focused on a market structure, which they must analyze in detail. This research was carried out using the research - participative action, (IAP) methodology; which allowed the identification of recreational activities to develop skills in students as economic agents, while they are instructed in aspects such as market studies, microeconomics and group work. Gamification as a tool for learning constitutes a teaching alternative to the challenges faced by higher education in contexts where the way of obtaining, processing and transmitting knowledge is transformed.

The Impact of Digitalization on Industrial Engineering Students’ Training from the Perspective of Their Insertion in the Labor Market in a Sustainable Economy: A Students’ Opinions Survey

The Impact of Digitalization on Industrial Engineering Students’ Training from the Perspective of Their Insertion in the Labor Market in a Sustainable Economy: A Students’ Opinions Survey

The synergistic relationship between experiential learning and safety culture in industrial engineering students during the pandemic

The synergistic relationship between experiential learning and safety culture in industrial engineering students during the pandemic

Analysing the possibility of using a hydraulic transmission with motor wheels for the nomad at off-roader

Problem. The creation of transport vehicles for operation in difficult road conditions requires solving a complex of problems related to the fulfilment of the necessary requirements for speed and traction characteristics, in particular, shifting modes, overcoming climbs, manoeuvrability and increased speed with its stepless change, anti-skid properties. Such requirements are achieved thanks to constructive solutions in transmissions of various types. Goal. The aim is an attempt to create a full-flow continuously variable transmission with hydrostatic transmission and motor-wheels instead of a step-mechanical one to improve the technical characteristics of the all-terrain vehicle and the technological possibilities of manufacturing the transmission by the block method when using standard components. Methodology. Based on the analysis of the technical characteristics of the analogue all-terrain vehicle with a mechanical multi-gear transmission and a review of achievements in modern hydrostatic transmission with hydraulic motor-wheels, static calculations were carried out to assess the possibility of creating a stepless full-flow hydro volume transmission and building its hydraulic schematic diagram. Calculations are based on mathematical models created on the basis of the laws of mechanics and hydraulics. The results. According to the results of the calculations, it has been shown that it is fundamentally possible to create a stepless hydrostatic transmission for an all-terrain vehicle with the specified traction and speed characteristics. Further research is proposed on the analysis of the dynamics of the hydrostatic transmission of the all-terrain vehicle and the creation of a corresponding experimental model of the vehicle. Originality. For the analogue all-terrain vehicle, the hydraulic motor-wheels required for the working volume were selected, which provide the parameters of traction and speed characteristics and allow creating an original transmission without the use of reducers and gearboxes. Practical meaning. The obtained results are planned to be considered as recommended for carrying out a functional and cost analysis in the design and determination of technological possibilities in the manufacture of a hydrostatic transmission of an all-terrain vehicle. It is also proposed to consider the method of calculating the hydrostatic transmission of an all-terrain vehicle in the educational process for master's students of industrial mechanical engineering when studying the disciplines related to the design of hydraulic drives and their tests.

Pendampingan Pengelolaan Sampah Rumah Tangga Ibu-Ibu ‘Aisyiyah Cabang Puring Menggunakan Ember Bertumpuk

The community service program at Muhammadiyah Gombong University involves industrial engineering students and lecturers who assist the women of 'Aisyiyah Puring Branch in making liquid organic fertilizer from household waste. The goal is to improve family nutrition by providing training on using household waste to create liquid organic fertilizer using the stacked bucket method. The resulting fertilizer is used to nourish garden plants as a sustainable source of family nutrition. The mentoring process consists of four stages: preparation, education, practice, and maturation. As a result of the program, 60% of the participants have successfully produced fertilizer using the stacked bucket method. The best practices for making fertilizer are then shared with the surrounding community to encourage the habit of managing household waste effectively.

La percepción de estudiantes ante la aplicación de metodologías activas en el curso de diseño asistido por computadora

Aim. This study aims to determine the impact of applying active methodologies (flipped classroom teaching, collaborative, and discovery learning) on students’ perception of the development of a computer-aided design (CAD) course. Method. The research employed a mixed-method design (quantitative - qualitative). For the stimulus, a teaching-learning environment was prepared and applied based on the aforementioned methodologies. Subsequently, data was collected from a sample of 132 industrial engineering students, using a five-level Likert scale questionnaire, previously validated and complemented with interviews from delegates of three sections. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and the sign test for inferential contrast, while qualitative data were examined through in-depth interviews with the delegates. Results. The students responded favorably to the applied methodologies. Likewise, methodologies encouraging students’ participation, making them the central actors and, at the same time, enabling them to construct their own paths to knowledge, were well received by students. Conclusions. The results showed a positive impact of the chosen active methodologies on student’s perceptions of the CAD course development. This research can be replicated in other CAD-related courses to gain a better understanding of the impact of those methodologies on students.

The Overview Literature Review on Competence-Based Education in The Industrial Engineering Using PRISMA 2020

Structured methods for the methodical re-alignment of professional education programs are needed for the comprehensive integration of the human workforce in digital and sustainable manufacturing and logistics systems. It is believed that investing in engineering education is essential to the advancement of both industry and society. Future engineers, though, will need more than simply a solid foundation in technology. The focus on competence-orientation is often neglected, particularly in the field of Industrial Engineering (IE), and empirically proven success criteria that support the holistic reorientation of engineering education are usually studied. The authors of this work perform a thorough literature review on engineering education, focusing on competence-based engineering education within the field of IE. Additionally, the writers offer beneficial implications for the competence-based for Industrial Engineering students and lectures writings.

Program Design to Improve Punctual Graduates of Students in the Unsika Industrial Engineering Study Program by Using the 5C-4C Knowledge Conversion Method

The Faculty of Engineering, University of Singaperbangsa Karawang (Unsika) was established in 1995, one of which is the S1 Industrial Engineering (IT) Study Program, officially registered in 1996. Currently, the faculty is trying to achieve Superior Accreditation or A. The number of applicants for the Industrial Engineering Study Program will increase in 2023, reaching 891 prospective students through the SNBT route, but the capacity can only accommodate 56 people. However, it is in demand as the 4th out of 29 study programs at Unsika. The increase in the number of students is not in line with the on-time graduation rate. This study aims to identify the results of grouping students of the Industrial Engineering Study Program (S1) using the 5C-4C (Knowledge Conversion) process and then implement the relationship with learning activities for the 2017, 2018 and 2019 batches. Next, the data is transformed into information by using the 5C knowledge conversion method: contextualization, categorization, calculation, correction, and condensing. In order to build a program that increases the percentage of students who graduate on time, this information is transformed into knowledge utilizing the 4C knowledge conversion method: comparison, consequence, connections, and conversation. In this study, the population focus is on students of the Industrial Engineering Study Program from three batches, namely 2014, 2015, and 2016. The results of grouping Industrial Engineering students using the 5C process provide a deep understanding of the characteristics and factors that affect learning achievement. This provides a solid foundation for designing appropriate programs to increase the on-time graduation rate.

Industrial Engineering Students’ Corporate Social Responsibility Priorities Within “a Well-Managed” Company

Explores Industrial Engineering students’ Corporate Social Responsibility priorities within their vision of a "well-managed” company. It also analyses differences by gender and academic level. A statistically representative sample was assessed including nine CSR dimensions. Results show that for students “a well-managed” company prioritizes social responsibility practices that go beyond those related to Shareholders. Unlike other studies where women have been more sensitive, resulting significant differences were equally distributed with men. Concerning Academic level, scores of Initial level students are higher than those at Middle and Advanced. Therefore, for Initial level students, a "well-managed” company is more committed to CSR, when compared with what was reported by the other two groups. Presented priorities reveal insights into students´ possible professional CSR commitment by the time they graduate. This is the first study of this type among Industrial Engineers. Proposed instrument allows to identify students' sensitivity towards CSR and is fundamental for curricular decisions. Moreover, it can be used to evaluate the commitment of any stakeholder and be useful beyond the educational context.

Differences in Physical Fitness Level Students studying Volleyball and Football Industrial Engineering Study Program UPN "Veteran" Yogyakarta

The objectives of this study are The effect of volleyball on the physical fitness level of UPN "Veteran" Yogyakarta Industrial Engineering study program students, the influence of soccer on the physical fitness level of students of the Industrial Engineering study program UPN "Veteran" Yogyakarta, the difference in the influence of volleyball and soccer on the level of physical fitness of students of the industrial engineering study program UPN "Veteran" Yogyakarta. This research uses an experimental method. The subjects of this study consisted of students of the UPN "Veteran" Yogyakarta industrial engineering study program who took Sports II courses in volleyball and football. The sampling technique is a targeted random sample, with a sample of 25 participants in each group. This research data analysis method uses a t-test. The normality test (Kolmogurov-Smirnov, α = 0.05) and the variance homogeneity test (Levene test, α = 0.05) were used to test the data analysis requirements. The results of the research are as follows: Football has an influence on improving the physical fitness of industrial engineering students at UPN "Veteran" Yogyakarta, with an average pre-test result of 34,748 post-test results of 37,864 students, with an average increase in the number of students of 3,121 cases showing that physical fitness increases through football. 2) Volleyball has an effect on the physical fitness of industrial engineering students UPN "Veteran". Yogyakarta It can be seen from the average score, pre-test results of 27,160, and post-test results of 29,120, the average increased by 1.96. This means that physical strength increases through volleyball. 3) There is a significant difference in influence between volleyball and football, significance at a significance level of 5% of 0.036 and a T-count of -2.152.

Mental workload analysis of Industrial Engineering students in Cebu Technological University: National Aeronautics and Space Administration-Task Load Index

Mental workload analysis of Industrial Engineering students in Cebu Technological University: National Aeronautics and Space Administration-Task Load Index

Developing soft skills in the business classrooms of industrial engineering students in Brazil

PurposeIn today’s highly competitive global business environment, there is a growing demand for professionals who possess well-developed soft skills. Such abilities include flexibility, effective communication and other skills. Soft skills are personal attributes and qualities that are more closely related to the emotional side of human beings. Individuals must cultivate and hone soft skills during their undergraduate studies. These skills, also known as interpersonal or non-technical skills, are essential to complement hard skills and pave the way for a thriving career trajectory. Soft skills are developed over the course of one’s career and are indispensable in establishing a strong, professional presence in the corporate or academic realm. The field of engineering is no exception in this regard, and the business approach during the engineering course is of significant relevance. By acquiring soft skills, engineering graduates will become competitive and adaptable professionals capable of handling the current and future challenges of the job market. The purpose of this study is to investigate the soft skills that students perceive as being better developed during their business classrooms in the engineering course and identify areas for improvement in the business education process.Design/methodology/approachThe research method consisted in four different phases from variables identification to statistical analyses. Then, as part of this approach a structured questionnaire was administered at the end of the engineering course, where students rated their perception of the degree of development of each of the soft skills covered in the course on a scale of zero to ten. The collected data were analysed using multivariate analysis techniques, including factorial analysis.FindingsThe results of the study demonstrate that the set of skills acquired by individuals in business classrooms pursuing a degree in industrial engineering is in high demand by potential employers. Such skills are deemed essential for the successful operation of businesses in modern-day industries. The findings of this research validate the significant role that industrial engineering students play in fulfilling the requirements of the job market and pave the way to meaningful insights on how to approach this topic during the business education process in engineering courses.Practical implicationsThe findings bring about significant insights for national educational councils and ministries, universities and educational stakeholders in the process of updating, rethinking and implementing new curricula criteria in higher education, particularly in the Latin American context.Originality/valueThis paper enriches the literature by assessing the development of soft skills of engineering students in the Latin American context. The research reinforces the importance of developing soft skills aligned with those required for the context of current and future labour markets.

The Perception of Undergraduate Students From Different Educational Systems on Sustainability

Sustainable education is key to advancing environmental awareness and global responsibility. Institutional procedures can provide pressure points and opportunities to help foster the mainstreaming of sustainable development. This study aims to analyze how higher-level educational institutions influence environmental awareness and global responsibility in engineering students by evaluating the perception and knowledge of sustainability issues in three universities with different educational systems. This study considers the results of a questionnaire from a sample of 620 industrial engineering students from a Higher Education Institution in northern Mexico. The application of the instrument was random among students from the fourth to ninth semester. The survey included items on demographic aspects, behavior, knowledge, attitudes, and how the educational institution fosters sustainable practices. Only 16% understand sustainable development in the three axes, and 50% recognize that they play an essential role in promoting a sustainable culture. The results show that students do not clearly understand the scope and environmental benefits of implementing, creatively and assertively, environmental innovation through savings and optimization in the matter, time, and natural resources. The findings offer an opportunity for educational institutions to raise awareness and incorporate new measures and strategies to implement sustainability among their students.

Developing EFL Critical Reading Aids: Project-Based Learning Activities for Electrical Industrial Engineering Students

The Independent Learning and Independent Campus (MBKM) curriculum for vocational education provided learning experiences for students. However, the reading material conducted had not reached the curriculum target. Thus, this study aimed to develop critical reading material and worksheets based on the MBKM curriculum. The development procedure was designed in three stages: defining, designing, and developing for 3-D aids. The research resources employed were validation sheets for critical reading aids and semi-observation sheets to provide student activity during PjBL field trial. The results of this study were project-based learning (PjBL) used to construct English language learning aids for the syllabus and coursework units, including worksheets for critical reading. Hence, this learning aid could slightly enhance students' reading competence, which could lead them to have soft and hard skills as well as meet the MBKM curriculum target.

Startup founders: university’s role and entrepreneur’s intention–action gap in emerging markets

Purpose This study aims to analyze the university environment’s role in the intention–action gap (IAG)of highly successful startup founders in an emerging market. Design/methodology/approach Using multiple regression analysis, this study analyzed data collected from 314 founders representing 99 successful startups (289 valid observations), renowned for their high funding and value operating in an emerging market, Brazil. Findings The results demonstrate that extracurricular activities and exchange programs lead to a reduced IAG while living in a significant economic center extends it. Computer science and industrial engineering students show reduced IAGs. Studying together with future co-founders also leads to reduced gaps. Research limitations/implications The study contributes to the microfoundations theory by presenting new interactions between students and the university environment that influence entrepreneurial action. Limitations are related to the sample, limited to Brazilian founders and selected only through venture capital firms’ filters. Practical implications This study also provides practical insights to the universities’ leaders on how they can create programs that improve the rate of startup creation, potentially leading to successful companies. Originality/value This study investigates the association between the university role and the entrepreneur’s IAG in emerging markets. The entrepreneur’s IAG is still a relatively new phenomenon explored in entrepreneurship. Even less understanding and limited empirical data exist on successful startups from emerging markets. This study drew on the microfoundations literature to answer how universities in emerging markets could address specific resources and entrepreneurship programs to reduce the IAG among students and alumni.