Amiruddin, Abdul Muis Mappalotteng, Nurlaela, Sunardi
Embedding employability skills in learning requires a learning model that allows effective in improving employability skills of students Learning model that if able to meet these expectations is project based learning. This study aims to determine the contribution of project based learning to employability skills of students of SMK Package Engineering Skills Engineering in South Sulawesi. This research uses quantitative approach with non experimental design with sample size 325 students. Data collection uses questionnaires to obtain data on project-based learning implementation and employability skills. The data of the research were analyzed by using descriptive analysis and regression analysis which previously conducted normality and linearity test. Based on the results of the research is known that the implementation of project based learning model contributes to the development of employability skill students of machining engineering SMK 59.8%. © Published under licence by IOP Publishing Ltd.
Departemen of Mechanical Engineering Education, State University of Makassar, Indonesia; Departemen of Electical Engineering Education, State University of Makassar, Indonesia