La clave para dominar la metrología: Una estación de trabajo que une teoría y práctica

Jesús Quiroz Martínez; María Yolanda Frausto Villegas; Mirella  Parada González; Arturo Woocay Prieto; Ulises Martínez Contreras

doi:10.61273/neyart.v3i4.118

Authors

Jesús Quiroz Martínez National Technological Institute of Mexico
María Yolanda Frausto Villegas National Technological Institute of Mexico
Mirella Parada González National Technological Institute of Mexico
Arturo Woocay Prieto National Technological Institute of Mexico
Ulises Martínez Contreras National Technological Institute of Mexico

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61273/neyart.v3i4.118

Keywords:

Metrology, didactic workstations, theory and practice, technical education, engineering Education

Abstract

The teaching of metrology, understood as the science that guarantees the accuracy and traceability of measurements, represents a fundamental component in the training of professionals in engineering, manufacturing, and technology. However, one of the main pedagogical challenges is to effectively articulate theoretical foundations—including mathematical principles, international regulations, and uncertainty analysis—with the practical skills required in real-life measurement environments. In response to this need, educational workstations are emerging as key tools that allow students to apply knowledge in simulated contexts, fostering meaningful and contextualized learning. This article analyzes the impact of educational workstations from an educational and technical perspective, based on a conceptual review and analysis of experiences in higher education. It is argued that these workstations, by incorporating calibrated equipment, standards such as ISO/IEC 17025, and active teaching methodologies, improve measurement accuracy and strengthen essential competencies. These include critical thinking, proper instrument handling, technical evaluation of results, and student autonomy in metrological verification processes.

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Author Biographies

Jesús Quiroz Martínez , National Technological Institute of Mexico

Jesús Quiroz, Electrical Engineer from the UACJ and soon to complete his Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering. Part-time lecturer at the ITCJ, teaching subjects such as Metrology and Standardisation, Maintenance Management and Digital Manufacturing. He has 32 years of experience in the maquiladora industry, in the area of maintenance. He has worked his way up from Maintenance Technician to Superintendent at various plants. He is currently also an instructor of welding tools and applied metrology.

María Yolanda Frausto Villegas , National Technological Institute of Mexico

Professor María Yolanda Frausto Villegas holds two master's degrees: one in Education from Tecnológico de Monterrey and one in Industrial Engineering from ITCJ. She has more than 13 years of experience in the maquiladora industry and 15 years as a professor at ITCJ, with a PRODEP profile. She has directed and coordinated the ITCJ's Ergonomics student chapter. She has also served as head of the institution's Professional Studies Division Department. Her research focuses on the economics of movement to optimise the management of professional residency processes through methods engineering.

Mirella Parada González , National Technological Institute of Mexico

Mirella Parada González, who holds a master's degree in Industrial Engineering, is a full-time professor at the National Technological Institute of Mexico and has been recognised as a desirable profile by PRODEP. Her academic work focuses on Operations Management and Supply Chains.

Arturo Woocay Prieto , National Technological Institute of Mexico

Dr. Arturo Woocay Prieto, PhD in Engineering and Environmental Science, is a full-time researcher and professor at the National Technological Institute of Mexico and has been a member of SNII Level I since 2014. His work includes research with socio-environmental impact in the interdisciplinary area. He is co-author of 16 JCR articles, with more than 180 citations and an H-index of 6. He has also been an active evaluator for SECIHTI and TecNM.

Ulises Martínez Contreras , National Technological Institute of Mexico

Dr Ulises Martínez Contreras holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Colorado State University. With over 20 years of teaching and research experience, he has taught courses at national and international institutions and participated in specialised conferences. His academic work focuses on simulation, system optimisation and talent training in emerging areas such as robotics and semiconductors.

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