Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 1: Mechanical and CAD Track

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Robert J. Kerestes, University of Pittsburgh; Anthony M. Popovski, University of Pittsburgh; Feng Xiong, University of Pittsburgh

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

problems • Work in groups, effectively communicate with peers, and produce periodic status reports • Construct their design using COMSOL and simulate this design using multiple different materials and boundary conditions • Write a report on this design detailing; (1) a statement of the design problem and its constraints, (2) the behavior of the design for different materials used and different boundary conditions, (3) economic analysis of design in comparison with other design options, (4) global and ethical considerations in gathering materials in comparison with other design options • Present their design to the rest of the classImplementation of COMSOL

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 2: Solar Track

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Matt Aldeman, Illinois State University; Jin Ho Jo, Illinois State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

performance of the home’s roof overhangs anddetermines whether the design criteria have been met. In addition to constructing the home, thestudents write a two page single-spaced paper explaining the design and features of the home.The assessment of the project is based on 1) whether the home meets the design criteria, 2)professionalism of the model home, and 3) clarity of the written description. The project tiestogether several important concepts in this course, and provides students with an opportunity tocreatively apply what they have learned. Student feedback on the project has beenoverwhelmingly positive.Introduction A Bachelor of Science in Renewable Energy (RE) degree program was established byIllinois State University in 2007. The

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 3: Education Track

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Radian G. Belu, Southern University; Alexandru Belu; Zhengmao Ye, Southern University

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Diversity

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

promote the application of theoretical concepts.4. To provide students with the ability to find solutions to the problems and to enhance theircritical reasoning needed to choose the appropriate solution in accordance with specific criteria.5. To enhance other competencies within the engineering, such as: the ability to write goodtechnical reports and to make presentations, project management and economics, and team-work.Having defined the course objectives, goals and outcomes, based on the available educationalresources and support, the instructor have to select the most suitable methods to obtain thesegoals and outcomes. PjBL and PBL methods were chosen because it prompts the students toencounter the core concepts and principles, while managing

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 2: Solar Track

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Tessa Veurink, University of Pittsburgh; Bradley G. Fox, University of Pittsburgh; Sabrina R. Helbig, University of Pittsburgh; Duncan Penizotto, University of Pittsburgh; Robert J. Kerestes, University of Pittsburgh; Brandon M. Grainger, University of Pittsburgh

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

/ambitiousness, (2) completion of checkoff goals, (3) individualwork, and (4) clarity of explanation. Teams were then required to present their midterm progressin front of an audience of peers and instructors. These presentations were graded on a team basisfor time management, clarity, style, content, and organization. This was followed by two morecheckoffs that used the same grading criteria as the first one as well as a final presentation whichused the same criteria as the midterm presentation. Finally, each group was required to submit afinal report which was graded on presentation, grammar, and a heavy focus on technical content.In most groups, the grades for individual team members were very similar unless there was ateam member who was not