Design and Implementation of a Virtual Lab in Ethanol Oxidation Learning by Chrom in Physical Chemistry II Laboratory

Abstract

The development of technology and knowledge globally drives the creation of creativity and innovation in the learning process. One form of innovation that can support the learning process is Virtual Laboratory (V-Lab) technology or virtual laboratories. Constraints often encountered in physical laboratories include the need for laboratory equipment refurbishment, delays in the delivery of materials or substances required for experiments that may disrupt the learning schedule, and challenges faced by students such as the inability to repeat experiments due to time constraints, availability of materials and equipment, or errors in conducting experiments. In this final project, the MDLC method (Multimedia Development Life Cycle) is utilized, which consists of six stages, namely conceptualization, design, material collection, construction, testing, and distribution. This final project produces software in the form of an Augmented Reality application based on Virtual Laboratory, equipped with various interesting features such as interactivity between users and the interface in the application accompanied by 3D simulations and animations for the ethanol oxidation experiment by chrome. The availability of Augmented Reality-based Virtual Laboratory applications with a design that corresponds to the laboratory manual allows it to be used as an alternative learning media to enhance understanding in experiments. This application discusses step-by-step procedures that users can practice by simulating experiments according to the provided instructions and guidance.