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Design and Application of the VAC Teaching Method Oriented Towards the Transformation of the Automotive Industry

Author(s)

Yuan Li*, Nisi Du

Affiliation(s)

School of Intelligent Manufacturing, Wuhan Huaxia Institute of Technology, Wuhan, China *Corresponding Author.

Abstract

The automotive industry is currently undergoing a rapid transformation, particularly in the areas of electrification, intelligence, networking, and sharing, all of which require the support of advanced computational methods. In alignment with national strategy and the trends of contemporary science and technology, Wuhan Huaxia Institute of Technology introduced a course titled “Computational Methods and Engineering Application.” In its initial phase, the course was structured using a traditional teaching mode, which limited students' ability to recognize the knowledge demands aligned with automotive transformation trends. They faced challenges in addressing complex engineering problems and struggled to foster innovation. To address these issues, three step teaching method called Visible-Accessible-Creative (VAC) is applied in the course. First, the course implemented an “Automotive + Multidisciplinary” knowledge system, encouraging students to engage in transfer thinking. Additionally, a three-stage progressive project system, based on career role processes, was established to guide students in solving engineering problems. This system deeply integrates classroom teaching with scientific innovation activities, refines evaluation criteria for both process and final assessments, and ultimately designs a three-dimensional curriculum evaluation system to ensure continuous improvement. Through these curriculum reforms and practices, a strong foundation has been established for cultivating high-quality, applied automotive engineering talents.

Keywords

VAC Teaching Method; “Automotive + Multidisciplinary” Knowledge System, Career Role Based Project System; Defect-Oriented Project Design

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