Assessing Students’ Performance and Engagement with a Temperature and Water Level Measurement and Control Learning Kit

Abstract

Acquiring knowledge of temperature and water-level measurement and control is crucial for Mechatronics Engineering students, as these concepts form the foundation for industrial control systems. However, this subject presents significant challenges in both comprehension and practical application due to the complexity of control theories and the necessity to operate numerous control devices. Consequently, learners often lack adequate understanding and the ability to apply these concepts. Furthermore, existing instructional materials are often prohibitively expensive and insufficient to meet teaching requirements. Therefore, this study aims to design and develop a learning kit for temperature and water level measurement and control. The design emphasizes a simulation-based learning approach that mimics industrial production control processes, utilizing technology to enhance efficiency and precision in machine control. The target group consisted of 31 undergraduate students majoring in Mechatronics Engineering. The results indicated that the learners achieved a very good level of skill proficiency, and their participation was highly successful. In conclusion, this study provides an effective guideline for developing instructional innovations to enhance learning in control systems.