Astronomy�Focused Engineering Learning Paradigm for Different Resource Contexts

A. A. Periola, A. A. Alonge, K. A. Ogudo

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Abstract

It is important to increase the number of young persons in technology-oriented careers and disciplines. This is also applicable to the domain of astronomy and space sciences. The existing approach to realizing the intended student stimulation targets young high school leavers and is organized by science voluntary organizations. Such an approach does not consider targeting individuals who are at the point of becoming future engineers. An example of individuals in this group are students in Electrical, Electronic, and Computer Engineering. The existing approach does not stimulate the interests of undergraduate and postgraduate students in astronomy and space sciences. The presented research recognizes that the Electrical, Electronic, and Computer Engineering discipline holds significant content that can be aligned to stimulate student interest in astronomy and space sciences. However, an approach that integrates this multi-disciplinary perspective is required. This research describes an astronomy-themed engineering curriculum for Electrical, Electronics, and Computer Engineering students (undergraduate and postgraduate). It also describes the details of the proposed curriculum and identifies integration points.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the 16th IEEE AFRICON, AFRICON 2023
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9798350336214
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2023
Event16th IEEE AFRICON, AFRICON 2023 - Nairobi, Kenya
Duration: 20 Sept 202322 Sept 2023

Publication series

NameIEEE AFRICON Conference
ISSN (Print)2153-0025
ISSN (Electronic)2153-0033

Conference

Conference16th IEEE AFRICON, AFRICON 2023
Country/TerritoryKenya
CityNairobi
Period20/09/2322/09/23

Keywords

  • Astronomy
  • EECE Curriculum
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • STEM Disciplines

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Computer Science Applications
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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