Virtual Environment for Assisting Learning of Residential Electrical Installations

Abstract

In this paper, the importance of electrical installations in technical and undergraduate courses in the field of electricity and the limitations faced in practical activities in conventional laboratories, such as high demand and time restrictions, is addressed. To solve this problem, virtual laboratories play a crucial role as tools in the teaching-learning process, offering simulated experiments. In this work, a virtual environment was developed to assist in the learning of electrical installations. The environment allows students to enhance their knowledge and practical skills in the area. Additionally, both teachers and students benefit from improving teaching and learning practices provided by the virtual environment. One of the main advantages of this environment is the flexibility it offers to students, allowing them to perform practical tasks outside the academic environment. This flexibility expands learning opportunities since students are not restricted to the physical laboratory and can practice and develop their skills in electrical installations anywhere and at any time.