Conference Session

Developing Programs for Adult Learners

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Keith Plemmons; Ray Jones, The Citadel

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Continuing Professional Development

AC 2007-1283: ADDRESSING THE CAREER DEVELOPMENT NEEDS OFEXPERIENCED PROJECT PROFESSIONALSJames Plemmons, The Citadel James “Keith” Plemmons, PE, Ph.D. Dr. Plemmons is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering at The Citadel in Charleston, SC. He obtained a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the Citadel in 1980, M.S. from Clemson University in 1991, and earned his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Clemson University in 1995 with a focus in Construction Management. He is a registered Professional Engineer in South Carolina, with over 20 years of experience in the public and private sectors. His experience includes major design and construction projects

Conference Session

Industry-Academia Collaborations

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Robertson, Arizona State University

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Continuing Professional Development

executive Breadth Specialist New graduate Depth Figure 1. Technical career path options Page 12.300.2However, no solution is static and as advanced technology has allowed development ofmore complex systems, the technical roles have evolved too. Large systems companieshave steadily moved away from being the monolithic provider of all components to focuson specific capabilities. As a result, a global and massively interconnected supply chainhas evolved to produce

Conference Session

Industry-Academia Collaborations

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lakshmi Munukutla, Arizona State University; Jim Subach, Arizona State University; John Magrane, Microchip Technology Inc.; Carol Popovich, Microchip Technology Inc.

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Continuing Professional Development

material; • Continuing education programs at the university that address advanced topics; • Recruitment/Internship programs; and • Seminar and workshop programs held at the university. The importance of continuous training to a company can be highlighted by the ideathat, “the employee development system increases employee job satisfaction and retention.Today’s employees want to feel that they have a career path and that they are regularlyenhancing their abilities. They are keenly aware that, in today’s market, real job security andincreasing compensation come from one’s expertise and ability to perform. Hence, peopleare very focused on improving their skills, and expect companies to offer training andeducational services.”15

Conference Session

Development of Undergraduate Distance Education Programs

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Frank Fisher, Stevens Institute of Technology; Hamid Hadim, Stevens Institute of Technology; Sven Esche, Stevens Institute of Technology; Robert Ubell, Stevens Institute of Technology; Constantin Chassapis, Stevens Institute of Technology

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Continuing Professional Development

. Page 12.739.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Feasibility of a Fully Online Undergraduate Mechanical Engineering Degree for Non-Traditional LearnersAbstractAlthough there are a number of online degrees available online today from some of the mostrespected educational institutions in the US, very few of these are accredited undergraduateengineering programs. Of interest here is an online program specifically designed and developedto address the many mid-career employees and non-traditional students who have yet to earn anundergraduate engineering degree, especially those in business and industry and at militaryinstallations. In this paper, we present the results of a study which seeks to address how

Conference Session

Successful Professional Development Programs

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rogelio Rodriguez, UC Irvine

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Continuing Professional Development

mayhave a relatively short time-to-market cycle, medical products can take anywhere from 3 to 7years before they make it to the market.Modern technology has made many inroads in the advancement of medical technologyand engineers and scientists are playing a key role. As students make the transition to becomingprofessionals and professionals seek to enhance their careers, continued education and skillsenhancement is taking center stage. This paper describes the development of a continuingeducation certificate program in medical product development for both professional developmentand workforce development. Various disciplines may be involved throughout the developmentcycle from marketing to engineering to regulatory affairs. Possessing a thorough

Conference Session

Successful Professional Development Programs

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kurt Becker, Utah State University

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Continuing Professional Development

of the quality of life. Taken together,engineering and technology are critical components of general education for all studentsas well as an orientation to a wide range of career opportunities.The joining of engineering and technology education is being accomplished by teamingengineering faculty and technology educators to build capacity and infrastructureincluding collaborative technology teacher pre-service and professional development,funding for doctoral studies, and research. Page 12.1447.2Perspective: The Relationship Between Engineering and Technology EducationIntroducing K-12 students to engineering concepts occurs formally in

Conference Session

New Approaches to the Development of Online Learning and International Programs

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Glenda Scales; Rebecca Gunter; Cheryl Peed

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Continuing Professional Development

operates under the auspicesof the Office of International Research, Education, and Development. Bilateral exchangeprograms, faculty-led study abroad trips, and other international education experiences are allcoordinated through this office. Students can also enroll in international co-ops through Career Page 12.1467.1Services. For international students, faculty, and their dependents, the Cranwell InternationalCenter serves as invaluable resource. Here, an abundance of pertinent information can befound about topics ranging from visas to general orientation to the area. The Cranwell Centeralso sponsors English conversation programs and an

Conference Session

Developing Programs for Adult Learners

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Robertson, Arizona State University; Joseph Tidwell, Boeing Co.

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Continuing Professional Development

AC 2007-581: PREPARING FOR NEXT GENERATION SYSTEMSJohn Robertson, Arizona State University John Robertson is Professor of Microelectronics at the ASU Polytechnic campus in Mesa, Arizona. He was formerly a Director of Research Programs at Motorola. He is a member of the JACMET Technical Advisory Board and participates in a number of programs. Note: Additional industry authors will be added later. However, they need the paper for their internal approval process.Joseph Tidwell, Boeing Co. Joe Tidwell's career encompasses the Service and Industry. Laterally, he directed university programs for the Boeing Company in Mesa, Arizona. He is now Managing Director for the JACMET

Conference Session

Development of Undergraduate Distance Education Programs

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sarah Rajala, Mississippi State University; Tom Miller, North Carolina State University

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Continuing Professional Development

skills in mechanical, electrical and computer engineering, and are able to design mechatronic components and systems to meet desired needs so they are prepared for successful careers in engineering or graduate school. 2. To produce graduates who are skilled at integrating and applying systems or devices incorporating modern microelectronics, information technologies and modern engineering tools 3. To produce graduates who possess professional interaction and program management skills, communicate effectively with team members and demonstrate the ability to work effectively on multi-disciplinary teams to achieve design and project objectives. 4. To produce graduates who are able to define, analyze and