UNIVA GOAL MEXICO

The International COIL Mechatronic Engineering Project was selected as the best project at UNIVA Guadalajara Campus!

The project titled "Industrial Product Computer-Aided Design (CAD)" focused on developing engineering skills related to the design and functionality of industrial and commercial products. Students from the UCB (Universidad Católica Boliviana) and UNIVA (Universidad del Valle de Atemajac) worked collaboratively to address the design process of a student transport component, combining technical, functional, aesthetic, and ergonomic specifications for both fields of study. The project not only incorporated mechanical and industrial engineering principles but also emphasized the cultural aspects of both Mexico and Bolivia. The collaborative effort involved dividing the students into four teams, each consisting of three students from UCB and three from UNIVA, allowing them to learn from each other’s expertise and develop a comprehensive solution for the design problem. The successful completion of this project led to it being recognized as the best project in the UNIVA GOAL 2023 program at the Guadalajara Campus.

UNIVA GOAL Program and the “Industrial Product Computer-Aided Design (CAD)” Project

The UNIVA GOAL program, developed by the University of Mexico (UNIVA), is inspired by the Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) concept, which focuses on "Internationalization at Home." COIL is an initiative that allows students to experience global collaboration without leaving their home countries. This model of internationalization emphasizes developing professional and personal competencies through virtual collaboration, fostering cross-cultural learning and global perspectives.

Key Features of the UNIVA GOAL Program:

International Collaboration: The program brings together professors from 23 partner universities across countries like Argentina, Canada, Colombia, Ecuador, the United States, Spain, Peru, Puerto Rico, Uruguay, and Bolivia.
Collaborative Projects: These professors work together with UNIVA faculty to promote collaborative work, generating innovative projects and strengthening partnerships between institutions.
Virtual Learning Experience: Students engage in joint projects that allow them to explore real-world problems while embracing cultural and educational differences.

The “Industrial Product Computer-Aided Design (CAD)” Project

One of the standout projects from the UNIVA GOAL 2023 program was the “Industrial Product Computer-Aided Design (CAD)” project, a collaborative effort between UCB (Universidad Católica Boliviana) and UNIVA (Universidad del Valle de Atemajac) students. The goal was to develop competencies in computer-aided design for industrial and commercial products, with a specific focus on creating a student transport component.

Project Objective: The project aimed to design the manufacturing process and functionality of a student transport component based on technical specifications and functional requirements from both engineering fields (Mechatronic and Industrial Engineering). Additionally, the project integrated aesthetic and ergonomic considerations while addressing the cultural aspects of both Mexico and Bolivia.
Team Structure: The project involved 24 students, with 12 from UCB (La Paz campus) and 12 from UNIVA (Guadalajara campus). These students were divided into four groups, each composed of three UCB students and three UNIVA students, fostering cross-cultural learning and teamwork.
Collaborative Design: The teams worked collaboratively to merge their respective engineering knowledge and design skills, resulting in innovative solutions that balanced functionality with cultural considerations.

Impact and Recognition

The project, developed by Leoni Marti Miranda Saravia, Nayara Carminia Lara Ramos, Marcelo Velasquez Enriquez (UCB), Raúl Cruz Vázquez, Laye Morí Cámara Rios, and Jonathan Montoya Montoya (UNIVA), stood out as the best project within the course and was selected as the top project of the UNIVA GOAL 2023 program at the undergraduate level.

Awarded as Best Project: This recognition highlighted the team's ability to successfully integrate the technical aspects of design with cultural and ergonomic considerations, showcasing their capacity to approach engineering challenges from multiple perspectives.
Presentation at the UNIVA General Congress: As the winning team, they were invited to present their project at the UNIVA General Congress, where the best projects from various campuses will be exhibited at the end of the year.

Project Goals and Achievements:

International Collaboration: Students from Bolivia and Mexico worked together to address complex design challenges, allowing for an exchange of ideas and expertise that enriched the learning process.
Cultural Integration: The project not only focused on technical design but also incorporated the cultural and ergonomic needs of both Mexican and Bolivian contexts, promoting global awareness and intercultural competence.
Real-World Application: The project’s outcome is a practical design that could be implemented in real-world industrial settings, enhancing the students' practical skills in CAD and product design.