An alternate learning approach for destructive testing in civil engineering - Benefits from remote laboratory experimentation

摘要

An alternative learning approach for destructive testing of structural specimens in civil engineering isudexplored by using a remote laboratory experimentation method. The remote laboratory approach focuses onudovercoming the constraints in the hands-on experimentation without compromising the understanding of theudstudents on the concepts and mechanics of reinforced concrete structures. The goal of this study is to evaluate whether or not the remote laboratory experimentation approach can become a standard in civil engineering teaching. The teaching activity using remote-laboratory experimentation is presented here and the outcomes of this activity are outlined. The experience and feedback gathered from this study are used to improve the remote-laboratory experimentation approach in future years to other aspects of civil engineering where destructive testing is essential.