Abstract

Pair programming was introduced into a course in engineering graphics that emphasizes solid modeling using SolidWorks. In pair programming, two students work at a single computer, and periodically trade off roles as driver (hands on the keyboard and mouse) and navigator (discuss strategy and design issues). Pair programming was used in a design project, and in a subsequent year in a design project and several smaller special projects. Student outcomes for two years were compared with a previous year in which pair programming was not used. Improvements were seen in design project scores, overall course scores, and project submission rates. The course is normally taken by first year students during the spring semester. Retention into the sophomore year was also higher for students participating in pair programming. (Contains 4 figures and 2 tables.)

Citation

Leland, R.P. (2010). Using Pair Programming to Teach CAD Based Engineering Graphics. Engineering Design Graphics Journal, 74(1), 8-16. Retrieved August 13, 2024 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/107641/.

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Keywords

• Computer Assisted Design
• Drafting
• engineering
• engineering education
• higher education
• instructional design
• models
• Programming
• Scores