Development of virtual instruments in Excel to support the teaching of metrology

Abstract

Technology as a means to improve the teaching-learning process, whether through physical contact in the classroom or laboratory, or through online virtual systems, has a highly positive potential, making it possible to deepen the assimilation capacity of concepts giving a new dimension to meaningful learning. In this work, explore different technologies useful for training in metrology, and develop proposals for the development of different virtual instruments in Excel spreadsheets, as an easily accessible resource due to its massive distribution in educational environments. This tool demonstrates its versatility for both the teacher and the student, and its portability allows easy migration between different platforms with a simple file exchange. It should be clarified that the software used for the development of virtual instruments occupies a privileged place in metrological practice within calibration laboratories, making it extremely competitive, even with its free competitors.