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A Project Centric Approach For Cyberinfrastructure In Bioinformatics

Conference Session: Bioengineering laboratories: Bringing research into the classroom
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Daphne Rainey, Virginia Bioinformatics Institute; Bruce Mutter, Bluefield State College; Lionel Craddock, Bluefield State College; Susan Faulkner, Virginia Bioinformatics Institute; Frank Hart, Bluefield State College; Martha Eborall, Bluefield State College; Lewis Foster, Bluefield State College; Stephen Cammer, Virginia Bioinformatics Institute; Betsy Tretola, Virginia Tech; Bruno Sobral, Virginia Bioinformatics Institute; Oswald Crasta, Virginia Bioinformatics Institute
Tagged Divisions: Biomedical

AC 2007-1200: A PROJECT-CENTRIC APPROACH FORCYBERINFRASTRUCTURE IN BIOINFORMATICSDaphne Rainey, Virginia Bioinformatics InstituteBruce Mutter, Bluefield State CollegeLionel Craddock, Bluefield State CollegeSusan Faulkner, Virginia Bioinformatics InstituteFrank Hart, Bluefield State CollegeMartha Eborall, Bluefield State CollegeLewis Foster, Bluefield State CollegeStephen Cammer, Virginia Bioinformatics InstituteBetsy Tretola, Virginia TechBruno Sobral, Virginia Bioinformatics InstituteOswald Crasta, Virginia Bioinformatics Institute Page 12.100.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007AbstractRapid advances in scientific engineering and computer technologies have facilitated

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Remotely Accessible Laboratory For Rapid Prototyping

Conference Session: NSF Grantees Poster Session
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Ismail Fidan, Tennessee Tech University; Nasir Ghani, Tennessee Tech University

AC 2007-359: REMOTELY ACCESSIBLE LABORATORY FOR RAPIDPROTOTYPINGIsmail Fidan, Tennessee Tech University Dr. Ismail Fidan is an Associate Professor of Manufacturing and Industrial Technology at TTU. Dr. Fidan is the founder of the NSF-CCLI-AI funded RP lab at TTU and is the recipient of many prestigious national and university-level awards. He is very active as an ABET and NAIT program evaluator and is a leading expert in the field of electronics manufacturing, rapid prototyping and CAD/CAM. Dr. Fidan received his PhD degree in mechanical engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic University, Troy, NY.Nasir Ghani, Tennessee Tech University Dr. Nasir Ghani is an Associate Professor

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Evaluation Of The Comparative Performance Of Cryogenically Treated Cutting Inserts As A Capstone Design Project

Conference Session: Teaching Design in Manufacturing Curriculum I
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Claribel Bonilla, University of San Diego; Ronald O'Meara, University of Northern Iowa; Leonard Perry, University of San Diego
Tagged Divisions: Manufacturing

cuttinginserts.IntroductionThe senior design project is a capstone course taken in the final year of the ManufacturingTechnology program at the University of Northern Iowa (UNI). The purposes of a two semesterresearch course, as highly suggested by both ABET and NAIT accrediting bodies is to provide anopportunity for students to work on a team to perform research and develop a project with anindustrial sponsor.Engineering technology and industrial technology programs must offer a relevant and validatedcurriculum that prepares students for post-graduation success. Courses that cover traditional Page 12.700.2subject matter in mathematics, sciences, materials, engineering

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The Energy Systems Laboratory At Kettering University

Conference Session: Design of Lab Experiments II
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Ahmad Pourmovahed, Kettering University
Tagged Divisions: Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

AC 2007-27: THE ENERGY SYSTEMS LABORATORY AT KETTERINGUNIVERSITYAhmad Pourmovahed, Kettering University Ahmad Pourmovahed is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Kettering University. He received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (1985) and an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering (1979) both from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. After graduation, he worked at General Motors Research Laboratories and Lawrence Technological University. In 1990, he joined Kettering University where he teaches courses in thermal sciences, mechanics, and engineering design and serves as the Director of Energy Systems Laboratory

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Imaps — A Multidisciplinary Aquatic Robot Project

Conference Session: Instrumentation and Measurements: Innovative Course Development
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Hong Zhang, Rowan University; Ying Tang, Rowan University; Courtney Richmond, Rowan University; Patricia Mosto, Rowan University
Tagged Divisions: Instrumentation

, Journal of Atmospheric and Oceanic Technology,19, 10, pp. 1709–1721(2002).10. J. A. Farrell, S. Pang, and W. Li, Chemical Plume Tracing via an Autonomous Underwater Vehicle,IEEE Journal Of Oceanic Engineering, Vol. 30, No. 2, pp428-442, April 2005.11. S. Mandayam, K. Jahan, and D. Cleary, Multidisciplinary Research using Nondestructive Evaluation, Page 12.823.11Proceedings of 2001 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition: Peppers, Papers, Pueblos, and Professors;Albuquerque, NM, USA (2001).12. J. Porter, P. Arzberger, H. Braun, P. Bryant, S. Gage, T. Hansen, P. Hanson, C. Lin, F. Lin, T. Kratz,W. Michener, S. Shapiro, And T. Williams

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Development And Implementation Of A Junior Year Design Course In A Multidisciplinary Environment Along With Media Art And Marketing

Conference Session: Teaching Design in Manufacturing Curriculum I
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Priya Manohar, Robert Morris University; Cathleen Jones, Robert Morris University; Jon Radermacher, Robert Morris University
Tagged Divisions: Manufacturing

. Page 12.503.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Development and Implementation of a Junior-Year Design Course in an Interdisciplinary Environment Along with Media Art and Marketing1. BackgroundContemporary thought in engineering education is to provide the students with as muchhands-on, real world experience as possible. Students are expected to hit the groundrunning in the work force immediately after their graduation and be savvy in manydivergent skills such as teamwork, communication, project, people and businessmanagement. ABET (Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology) has includedthe multidisciplinary team experience as one of the assessable outcomes for studentsenrolled in any accredited engineering program

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Expanding A Successful Industry Based Partnership Beyond The Traditional Cooperative Education Experience

Conference Session: Cooperative Education Addresses ABET
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Jess Godbey, Jacksonville State University; Terry Marbut, Jacksonville State University; Dale Broyles, Jacksonville State University & Honda MFG of AL
Tagged Divisions: Cooperative & Experiential Education

AC 2007-288: EXPANDING A SUCCESSFUL INDUSTRY-BASED PARTNERSHIPBEYOND THE TRADITIONAL COOPERATIVE EDUCATION EXPERIENCEJess Godbey, Jacksonville State UniversityTerry Marbut, Jacksonville State UniversityDale Broyles, Jacksonville State University & Honda MFG of AL Page 12.705.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Expanding a Successful Industry-based Partnership Beyond the Traditional Cooperative Education ExperienceI. AbstractHands-on experience allows students to better comprehend the theory discussed in theclassroom. This comprehension of the integration of theory and practice is particularly importantin engineering and technology

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The Evolution Of The Edge Program In Its Fourth Year

Conference Session: Two Year Colleges
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Dan Dimitriu, San Antonio College; Jerry O'Connor, San Antonio College
Tagged Divisions: Two Year College Division

well correlated and useful in preparing students for success in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.Results: At the end of the EDGE Program the students as a group showed a substantial gain inaverage math skill grade level, although many students appeared to have already attainedmastery of some course content (computer literacy). The two courses were well suited for alearning community linkage designed to provide knowledge, skills, and the peer support neededfor academic success and a technical career. In the final survey 27 students considered thecourses well coordinated and interconnected, and 26 declared that they would recommend theEDGE Program to other students.PO-3) Students will experience academic success and

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Breadth In Design Problem Scoping: Using Insights From Experts To Investigate Student Processes

Conference Session: New Models for Teaching and Learning
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Andrew Morozov, University of Washington; Deborah Kilgore, University of Washington; Cynthia Atman, University of Washington
Tagged Divisions: Educational Research and Methods

workers, rapid development of information and communication technologies, growing callsfor social responsibility6, and rising complexity of engineered products2 all warrant engineeringstudents’ development of skills with which to situate their technical work. Furthermore, theincreasingly diverse engineering workforce and marketplace require “cultural competence”; thatis, a willingness and ability to consider culture in engineering problem-solving7. Therefore, ourdefinition of engineering design expertise should include an ability to design in context.It is generally assumed that in any given field, people begin as novices and as they practice overtime, develop into experts8,9. An expert is an individual who consistently performs with a highlevel

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Undergraduate Research As A Motivation For Attending Graduate School

Conference Session: Graduate Student Experiences
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Nihad Dukhan, University of Detroit Mercy; Michael Jenkins, University of Detroit Mercy
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies

AC 2007-617: UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH AS A MOTIVATION FORATTENDING GRADUATE SCHOOLNihad Dukhan, University of Detroit Mercy Nihad Dukhan is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Detroit Mercy, where he teaches courses in heat transfer, thermodynamics and energy systems. His ongoing pedagogical interests include developing undergraduate research programs, service-learning programs, and assessing their impact on students’ soft skills. His technical research areas are advanced cooling technologies for high-power devices. Dr. Dukhan earned his BS, MS, and Ph.D. degrees in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Toledo.Michael Jenkins, University of Detroit Mercy

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Supplementary Learning Methods In Materials Science Education

Conference Session: Introductory Materials Science for the 21st Century
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Dhananjay Kumar, North Carolina A&T State University; Devdas Pai, North Carolina A&T State University; Cindy Waters, North Carolina A&T State University; Jagannathan Sankar, North Carolina A&T State University
Tagged Divisions: Materials

AC 2007-1905: SUPPLEMENTARY LEARNING METHODS IN MATERIALSSCIENCE EDUCATIONDhananjay Kumar, North Carolina A&T State University DHANANJAY KUMAR is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering. Holding a joint research position with Oak Ridge National Lab, Prof. Kumar teaches courses related to the science, characterization and processing of advanced materials. He holds a PhD in Chemistry from the Indian Institute of Technology - Mumbai. He is a prolific researcher, with two major NSF grants (NER and NIRT) as PI.Devdas Pai, North Carolina A&T State University DEVDAS M. PAI is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at NC A&T State University and Associate Director (Operations) of

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Bridges To The Future – Infusing Cutting Edge Research Into Undergraduate Biotechnology Curriculum

Conference Session: Bioengineering laboratories: Bringing research into the classroom
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Rupa Iyer, University of Houston (CoE)
Tagged Divisions: Biological & Agricultural

AC 2007-2957: BRIDGES TO THE FUTURE – INFUSING CUTTING-EDGERESEARCH INTO UNDERGRADUATE BIOTECHNOLOGY CURRICULUMRupa Iyer, University of Houston (CoE) Page 12.322.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Bridges to the Future - Infusing Cutting Edge Research into Undergraduate Biotechnology CurriculumAbstractThe last several decades in biology have seen tremendous research in recombinant DNAtechnology and its applications in medicine, agriculture and the environment. The next centurywill see the evolution of new technologies needed for bioprocessing therapeutic drugs, proteinsand enzymes generated through recombinant DNA technology. These new

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Assessment Results Of A Senior Design Capstone Course

Conference Session: Teaching Design in Manufacturing Curriculum I
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Mysore Narayanan, Miami University; Ronald Earley, Miami University
Tagged Divisions: Manufacturing

enhance students’ critical thinking capabilities.Ronald Earley, Miami University Page 12.291.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Assessment Results of a Senior Design Capstone CourseAbstractIn Review of Educational Research, published by the National Institute for ScienceEducation of Madison, Wisconsin, Springer, Stanne & Donovan report on a meta-analysis conducted during 1998-1999. In their paper entitled Effects of small-grouplearning on undergraduates in science, mathematics, engineering and technology, theyconclude that small-group learning promotes greater student achievement, increasesretention in courses

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Construct Validity Of The Epics Scales Across Groups: A Mimic Modeling Investigation

Conference Session: Service Learning Courses
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Tao Hong, Purdue University; William Oakes, Purdue University; Susan Maller, Purdue University; Carla Zoltowski, Purdue University
Tagged Divisions: Educational Research and Methods

thosefemales who participate in the EPICS program. References1. EPICS official website, http://epics.ecn.purdue.edu/about/overview.php2. ABET (1999). Criteria for Accrediting Engineering Programs. The Engineering Accreditation Commision of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology. http://www.abet.org/eac/eac.htm.3. Immekus, J. C., Maller, S. J., Tracy, S. and Oakes, W. C. (2005). Evaluating the outcomes of a service learning based course in an engineering education program: preliminary results of the assessment of the engineering projects in community service. Proceedings of the 2005 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition.4. Jöreskog, K. G

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Teaching Courses With Tablet Pc: Experience And Student Feedback

Conference Session: Computer Tools for Education
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Saroj Biswas, Temple University
Tagged Divisions: Computers in Education

classroom,or if they have missed a lecture altogether. From the instructor’s perspective, it was a greatexperience with better than expected student acceptance and classroom interaction.1. IntroductionInstructional methods have evolved over the ages from traditional writing on blackboard to theuse of cellulose transparencies and overhead projectors to notebook computers and dataprojectors. The latest trend in instructional technology is the use of Tablet PCs and iPods in theclassroom. In recent years, Tablet PCs are making its headway into classroom instruction atevery level, from K-12 to colleges, as well as in business meetings of corporate America. Infact, Georgia Tech has recently announced that all engineering students must use a Tablet PC

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A Paradigm For Assessing Student Learning In An Introductory Digital Signal Processing Course

Conference Session: Innovations in ECE Education II
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Shonda Bernadin, Georgia Southern University
Tagged Divisions: Electrical and Computer

AC 2007-1079: A PARADIGM FOR ASSESSING STUDENT LEARNING IN ANINTRODUCTORY DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING COURSEShonda Bernadin, Georgia Southern University Shonda L. Bernadin is an Assistant Professor of Engineering Studies in the Department of Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Technology at Georgia Southern University. Dr. Bernadin received her B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering from Florida A&M University in 1997, her M.S. degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from University of Florida in 1999, and her Ph.D. degree from the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Florida State University in 2003

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Engaging First Year Students In Ethical Issues Via Star Trek

Conference Session: FPD3 -- Professional Issues for First-Year Courses
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Andrew Lau, Pennsylvania State University
Tagged Divisions: First-Year Programs

on.As Gorman et al acknowledge:2 “Developing this process is, at best, difficult, …. But not to doso, …, risks moral and technological bankruptcy, threatens ecological sustainability in somecases, and prevents engineers from exercising their talents in ways that will benefit all of us.”This enlarged role of engineers is recognized as an evolution from the historical occupation ofproviding employers with competent technical advice “into a profession that serves thecommunity in a socially and environmentally responsible manner.”4Star Trek as a Basis for Introducing EthicsI have been a fan of Star Trek since The Original Series began in 1966 (when I was 10). Myfamily also regularly watched The Next Generation which aired from 1987 to 1994. The

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Laboratory Practicum In Combustion

Conference Session: Developments in the Energy Laboratories
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: David Blekhman, California State University Los Angeles
Tagged Divisions: Energy Conversion and Conservation

ago.To be specific, fossil fuel combustion accounts for more than 70% of energy production in theUnited States and virtually all transportation. In addition, growing demands for energy, risingfuel prices, limited fuel supply and dire environmental consequences command more efficientand cleaner combustion technologies. Engineers well versed in the topic will be needed toaddress this societal need. However, relatively few programs offer a Combustion course at theundergraduate level; even fewer integrate a laboratory into the course.The School of Engineering at Grand valley State University emphasizes a practical, hands-onapproach to education and integrates a laboratory practicum into a large number of its courses. Ithas supported the offering of

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Teaching Bioengineering To Freshmen At Ucsd

Conference Session: Freshman Design and Other Novel Programs
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Michele Temple, University of California-San Diego; Peter Chen, University of California-San Diego; Robert Sah, University of California-San Diego
Tagged Divisions: Biomedical

accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology(ABET). Because of the rapid growth in student entry into the Department as well as the breadthof career pathways, it was recognized that there was a need for students to be introduced to theBioengineering faculty and research early in their academic career. This need is well-established, and arises out of the need to satisfy student curiosity aboutthe bioengineering discipline, to provide students with information about the department, and toinstill in students the beginnings of much-needed technical survival skills. These first yearcourses can improve academic performance, stimulate interest and improve retention, and betterprepare students for future coursework1-3. It is

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Preparing And Advising A Fast Track Education In Robotics

Conference Session: Innovations in ECE Education I
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: David Chang, USMA; Grant Jacoby, USMA; Lisa Shay, U.S. Military Academy
Tagged Divisions: Electrical and Computer

continuedrelationship, one that would benefit the client’s business, the students’ education and ourevolving robotics program in terms of relevant focus. Within days, iRobot responded with achallenge to do the following: We believe that a need exists for a "Cheapbot" - a very low cost robot which can be used to check around the corner or inside a building without risking a soldier. It needs small size, light weight, good speed, the ability to climb obstacles and have video & 2-way audio. We will task the cadets with creating a proof-of-concept vehicle using technology currently in iRobot's inventory. iRobot engineers will advise and critique the cadets as well as train them up on the design and operation of our in

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The Laboratory World Is Flat

Conference Session: Distance, Remote, and Virtual Experiments
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Jim Henry, University of Tennessee-Chattanooga; Richard Zollars, Washington State University; Charles Knight, University of Tennessee-Chattanooga
Tagged Divisions: Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

AC 2007-872: THE LABORATORY WORLD IS FLATJim Henry, University of Tennessee-ChattanoogaRichard Zollars, Washington State UniversityCharles Knight, University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Page 12.1444.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 The Laboratory World is FlatAbstractLabs operated at a distance via the Web allow for “multiple forms of collaboration—thesharing of knowledge and work—in real time, without regard to distance….” (Friedman,The World is Flat). This paper looks at Friedman’s 10 “flatteners” and how they are orare not directly applicable to laboratories in engineering education.This paper describes specific examples of collaboration of

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On Development Of A Hybrid Vector Statics Course To Reduce Failure Rate

Conference Session: Improving Mechanics Courses
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Amir Rezaei, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona; Mariappan Jawaharlal, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona; Kyu-Jung Kim, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona; Angela Shih, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
Tagged Divisions: Mechanics

comparing theresults with the national average scores.3. Comparing the student test scores on Concept Inventory test with the national and peerinstitution scores.IntroductionEngineering education is under considerable pressure to include more and new materials, torestructure the course content using new approaches and technologies and to manage a spectrumof students with diverse backgrounds in spite of the reduced total number of credits forgraduation. Most engineering curricula have become more intensive and thus students arerequired to spend more time for each subject. California State Polytechnic University in Pomona,California has one of the largest engineering programs in the US with over 4,500 undergraduatestudents. On the other hand, more

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Observations From A Project To Encourage Multiple Year, International Collaboration On Research For Undergraduates

Conference Session: International Case Studies:Collaborations, Exchanges & Interactions
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Stephen Silliman, University of Notre Dame
Tagged Divisions: International

AC 2007-657: OBSERVATIONS FROM A PROJECT TO ENCOURAGEMULTIPLE-YEAR, INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION ON RESEARCH FORUNDERGRADUATESStephen Silliman, University of Notre Dame Stephen E. Silliman is a Professor of Civil Engineering and Geological Sciences and the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs in the College of Engineering at the University of Notre Dame. His primary area of research is in groundwater hydraulics and chemical transport. He has pursued research and educational programs in both Haiti and Benin (West Africa) involving both undergraduate and graduate students. Page 12.1116.1

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Introducing Sheet Metal Design And Manufacturing Using Catia V5 And Cnc Equipment In An Aircraft Materials Course

Conference Session: Teaching Topics in Aircraft Manufacturing
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Ronald Sterkenburg, Purdue University; Sergey Dubikovsky, Purdue University
Tagged Divisions: Aerospace

of the part.The importance of using CATIA V5 software for technology studentsCATIA V5 solid modeling software is used extensively in the aerospace industry to designaircraft and aircraft parts, and it is important that technology students learn this new softwareearly on and expand their knowledge during subsequent course work. The program is too largeand complicated to master in one course, and if you don’t use the program regularly theknowledge will disappear soon. Our students are required to take an introductory computergraphics course during their freshmen year. CATIA V5 is the program used in the course, butthis course is focused on learning how to use the program1. There is not an output applicationbesides creating engineering drawings

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Abet Assessment Using Calibrated Peer Review

Conference Session: NSF Grantees Poster Session
Collection: 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Frederick Berry; Patricia Carlson

ABET ASSESSMENT USING CALIBRATED PEER REVIEWIntroductionMost engineering programs have some type of capstone design experience. At Rose-HulmanInstitute of Technology (Rose) the Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) Department alsohas a similar set of courses. Therefore, the ECE Department decided to use senior design toassess EC3(g) (ABET Engineering Criterion 3-g): “ability to communicate effectively”.However, we needed/wanted a tool to help us develop our assessment process for EC3(g).The ECE Department was introduced to the Calibrated Peer Review (CPR) [1]. CPR is anonline-tool with four structured workspaces that perform in tandem to create a series of activitiesthat reflect modern pedagogical strategies for using writing