Development of experiential learning with finite element method in heat transfer topic

Heat transfer learning in engineering education still faces challenge because some topics are considered difficult and unable to be physically seen or touched. Conversely, experimenting with it requires special equipment and facilities which are not easily available. This study therefore aimed to implement the Experiential Learning (EL) method with the Finite Element Method (MEH) in heat transfer subject to improve students’ understanding. The experiential learning is used to build students’ knowledge and experience, while the finite element method is a numerical simulation used to visualize abstract objects. In addition, in the implementation stage, a learning module was designed using the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation), while in the development stage, EL uses MEH to help visualize abstractengineering objects. The results of this study are in the form of developing tools and learning methods used to improve students’ learning understanding in engineering education and future heat transfer subjects.