Plenary Lecture

A combination of Computer Aided Learning and Real time Experiments to Support Engineering Training

Prof. M. Hatziprokopiou
Department of Electrical Engineering,
Technical and Educational University of Patras,
Greece
Phone: 30-2610-369 452
FAX: 30-2610-369 088
E-mail: mxatzi@teipat.gr
URL: power.teipat.gr

Abstract: Laboratory training as a means for comprehending taught in-class course material is faced with problems including large student numbers, excessive cost of experimental apparatus, and lack of multiple experimental setups, especially in cases where the use of instrumental prototypes providing realistic simulations are needed.
Nowadays sensors, especially those operating in real-time, play an important role in edge-technology systems. Such systems collect information from the outside world, through multi-channel USB type data loggers. The outputs from these sensors are connected to the data logger channels for digitization, and entered for further processing to a computer system. The development of appropriate software is needed for data handling and display of results in a graphic oriented user friendly environment, so that all parameters and control signals are well comprehended. In this type of training we have to develope a prototype, aiming to simulate real incidents.
E-learning CAL software can be developed using Keithley's "Test Point" (versatile authoring tool) or other ways (i.e. visual basic) for training large audiences, simultaneously having visual contact of the real prototype. Students have the choice to collect experimental or software generated data for simulation.
 


Brief Biography of the Speaker:
Name: M. Hatziprokopiou, Citizen of Greece & USA, 62 years old. Married.
Education: Bachelor, Master, PhD Electrical and Computer Engineering from State University of N.Y. at Buffalo, USA.
Academic Professional Position at USA (Past): Research Assistant Professor, at State University of N.Y. at Buffalo, USA
Academic Professional Position at Greece (Present):.
Vice President and President of the Research Foundation, T.E.I. Patras, Greece
Affiliated at L.A.P.E.S. (Laboratories for Power and Environmental Studies), Image Processing Lab, Super Conductivity Institute.
Fields of Interest: Data Acquisition and Control. Line Production Control. Educational Software Development. Multimedia, Distance Learning. Vocational training. Author of numerous books and publications.