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2004 GSW

Authors

Bonnie Boardman; Lynn Peterson

disciplines could be assigned to the lecture section of the course, anddiscipline-specific content could be assigned to the appropriate lab section. The catalogdescription of the newly developed Introduction to Engineering course, with a topics list, ispresented below.The stated goals of the lecture/laboratory course sequence are as follows: “Students will gain an understanding of engineering approach (design, ethics, problem solving and creativity) and engineering disciplines, using the textbook, lecture material, and laboratory examples and experimentation. Emphasis is placed on team-building.”The catalog descriptions of the lecture course, Introduction to Engineering, and the lab course,Introduction to X

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2004 GSW

Authors

Shunmugham R. Pandian

engineering (microelectromechanical systems or MEMS, and assistivetechnologies)3-5.Robotics and mechatronics are also spawning newer disciplines like intelligent systems,embedded systems, and hybrid systems. Project-based LearningThe recent revolutionary, rather than evolutionary, changes in the engineering educationaccreditation criteria by the ABET show that acquisition of technical knowledge alone isnot sufficient for graduating engineers in the globalized workplace today. The studentsfurther need training and experience in the areas of technical communication, ethics, teamwork, economics and ergonomics of system/product design, relationship betweentechnology and society, civic engagement, sensitivity to cultural

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2004 GSW

Authors

Kenneth Van Treuren

function on multi-disciplinary teams. 5. I am able to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems 6. I understand professional ethical responsibility. 7. I am able to communicate effectively. 8. I understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context. 9. I recognize the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning. 10. I have a knowledge of contemporary issues. 11. I am able to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice. 12. I have a broad spectrum of expertise and will be productive when faced with problems that transcend the boundaries of a single engineering discipline. 13. I

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2004 GSW

Authors

E. H. Shaban

electrical circuits using appropriate CAD tools. Thegeneral criteria for basic level programs includes; students; program educationalobjectives; program outcome and assessments; professional component; faculty;facilities; institutional support; and program criteria [1]. In this paper we address theprofessional component in the electrical engineering program.The professional component requires that the engineering graduate should be exposedand involved in a major and practical engineering accomplishment to facilitate his/hertransition to practice in a real world engineering projects. The major design experienceshould utilize engineering standards and various constraints. These constraints include:economic, environmental, manufacturability, ethical

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2004 GSW

Authors

Richard Bannerot; Ross Kastor; Paul Ruchhoeft

, ISO 9000, engineering ethics, statistics, optimization,present value analysis, and neural networks. Individual homework assignments and shortquizzes were given throughout the semester over the lecture material. Officially thecourse was two hours of lecture and three hours of “lab” each week. However, the classtypically met for four to five hours a week early in the semester so that much of thecontent was covered by mid-semester. Few formal class meetings occurred during thelast half of the semester as students were allowed to concentrate on their projects. Problems Associated with the Transition to the New EnvironmentIt was understood from the beginning that some changes would have to be made in theconduct of the capstone course when the

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2004 GSW

Authors

Ronald Barr; Marcus Pandy; Anthony Petrosino; Barbara Austin

the results in a professional manner. 5. Ability to use modern computer tools in mechanical engineering. 6. Ability to communicate in written, oral and graphical forms. 7. Ability to work in teams and apply interpersonal skills in engineering contexts. 8. Ability and desire to lay a foundation for continued learning beyond the baccalaureate degree. 9. Awareness of professional issues in engineering practice, including ethical responsibility, safety, the creative enterprise, and loyalty and commitment to the profession. 10. Awareness of contemporary issues in engineering practice, including economic, social, political, and environmental issues and global impact. Proceedings of the 2004 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual