Research in the Didactics of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Division

The research focus of the Didactics of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science includes the following areas:

Dropout rates in engineering and other related degree programs are very high. Particularly in the first semesters, students have to master new technical and organizational challenges. Appropriate, supportive measures can set the course for the entire course of study and thus ensure the successful completion of the degree. In cooperation with the Dean of Studies of the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Didactics of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science develops and designs measures that support the students. Through this, we are predominantly in charge of the implementation and evaluation of the individual measures.

Current measures:

• Pre-course Mathematics
• Mathematical Methods of Electrical Engineering
• Practice of Electrical Engineering Methods

Robots are a subject that excellently combines the fields of electrical engineering, computer science and metal technology. This fact enables on the one hand the motivating use in (vocational) school lessons and on the other hand the design of interdisciplinary projects for pupils and students. Currently, individual robot platforms are used, which are controlled in particular by Raspberry Pi and Arduino boards.

Based on the changing demands placed on teachers, Didactics of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science is involved in the further development of the bachelor's degree program "Technical Education" and the master's degree program "Lehramt an den Berufsbildenden Schulen". Starting with the analysis of the job profiles and the exchange between university, school and study seminar, we develop proposals for improvement and examination regulations for the above mentioned study programs.