AI and Digital Twin Technology in the Curriculum Reform of "Mechanical Processing Technology and Equipment"

Ying Lv; Deyun Mo; Caimao Su

doi:10.6918/IJOSSER.202607_9(7).0002

AI and Digital Twin Technology in the Curriculum Reform of "Mechanical Processing Technology and Equipment"

Ying Lv, Deyun Mo, Caimao Su

International Journal of Social Science and Education Research, (2026), Vol.9, No.7, pp.11-18

Published: July 12, 2026

DOI: 10.6918/IJOSSER.202607_9(7).0002

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Abstract

The traditional teaching of the "Machining Process and Equipment" course faces constraints such as limited hands-on resources. To solve this, we propose a reform strategy leveraging AI and digital twin technology. We have developed a new instructional model characterized by virtual-physical integration, project-driven tasks, and blended online/offline delivery. With typical workpiece cases as the foundation, a "three-level progressive" curriculum framework is designed. Practical application shows that this approach notably improves students' practical engineering skills, creativity, and collaboration. Furthermore, it transforms the passive learning environment into a dynamic "teaching-learning-practice-evaluation" integrated system. This research provides a practical reference for modernizing mechanical engineering curricula in the era of AI.

Keywords: Mechanical Processing Technology and Equipment; Curriculum Reform; AI; Digital Twin Technology.

APA Citation: Ying Lv, Deyun Mo, Caimao Su (2026). AI and Digital Twin Technology in the Curriculum Reform of "Mechanical Processing Technology and Equipment". International Journal of Social Science and Education Research, 9(7), 11-18. https://doi.org/10.6918/IJOSSER.202607_9(7).0002

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