Conference Session

Educating for Results: Tools used in Engineering Technology

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Stephen Hundley, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis; Terri Talbert-Hatch, Indiana University; Joshua Killey, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis; Elizabeth Wager, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis

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Engineering Technology

design of a university degree scheme using skill sets10.” In their research itwas evident that direct involvement of employers was needed to identify necessary skill sets.Their approach encompasses the full range of skills, both non-technical and technical in nature.This allows for a skill set that the graduates consider employable in terms that employers willunderstand10. The identification of these skill sets by employers to the university develops a clearpath towards the degree being sought. Such a path is then clearly articulated to prospectivestudents.Making it Work: How to EducateWhile many students are becoming aware that academic credentials alone do not secure jobs, notenough are making changes. “Some have not realized that graduate

Conference Session

Student Learning Techniques & Practices in Engineering Technology

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Hoffa, none; Steven Freeman, Iowa State University

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Engineering Technology

advisory committees, senior design industry advisors and other practicing engineers continue to emphasize the need for young engineers ‘who can communicate’ (p. 432).Many authors13,17,25 have alluded to instructors’ desires to minimize the amount of time spentgrading, which is surely a point few instructors responsible for grading papers would argue. Anexhaustive review of the literature has not yielded evidence that research on the synopsis methodhas been conducted, further demonstrating the need for this study.Research QuestionsThe study was guided by five research questions: 1. Does the style of lab report influence student learning based on comprehensive exam scores? 2. Does the style of lab

Conference Session

Electrical Engineering Technology Design Projects & Curriculum

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Youakim Al Kalaani, Georgia Southern University; Frank Goforth, Georgia Southern University; Shonda Bernadin, Georgia Southern University

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Engineering Technology

Page 13.258.9wanted the practice to continue, but they can also be critical. Therefore, educators must keepstudents engaged and adjust their teaching techniques accordingly. In fact, the best lessons maybe learned from reading students’ comments and suggestions as listed in Appendix C.Although computer simulation has shown to have a positive impact on student performance, itseffects on students’ attendance and retention was not established and thus, require furtherinvestigation. Moreover, further examination of the variant in student lab evaluation relative tothe overall course requirement may be warranted. The course-level continuous improvementprocess has proven to be very effective in targeting problems in conceptual student learningduring

Conference Session

Web-Based Learning in Engineering Technology

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ronald Uhlig, National University; Ali Farahani; Howard Evans, National University; Shekar Viswanathan, National University; Mark Sotelo, National University

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Engineering Technology

Page 13.140.1 Teacher Award for his performance in Fort Hays State University's College of Business and Leadership. He served as the chair of the department of Management and Information Systems at National University (2002 – 2004.) Dr. Farahani’s research interests are in optimization theory and algorithm design. He is also interested in mathematics and computer science education© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 focusing on innovative integration of technology to enhance teaching and learning.Shekar Viswanathan, National University Dr. Viswanathan is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Applied Engineering and Lead Faculty for Engineering Management and Homeland

Conference Session

Innovation & Assessment in the delivery of IT/IET

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Adam Stienecker, Ohio Northern University

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Engineering Technology

that will be impacted and the types of employers the students work for after graduation. These companies don’t typically know that they want these elaborate proposals, but the author has found success in the justification of a significant discount from a business standpoint. There were several times along the path that competitors were competing to award a discount or even donate a product to the laboratory after their management understood the position that this put them in with our students. 2. Repurposing equipment is an important lesson. One electrical control box in the laboratory would have cost $12,000 - $15,000 if it was purchased from a supplier. Instead an old robot control

Conference Session

Innovation & Assessment in the delivery of IT/IET

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Susan Scachitti, Purdue University Calumet; Jamie Workman-Germann, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis; Matthew Stephens, Purdue University; Annaji Sharma Ammu, Purdue University Calumet; Richard Szromba, Purdue University Calumet

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Engineering Technology

systematically best practices of Japanese and other automobile manufacturersworldwide. The techniques highlighted in these publications are techniques that havebeen taught (using some alternative terminology) in traditional IET and IT courses suchas Facility Layout and Methods Improvement as well as many others. The focus of Leanis waste reduction for process improvement.Six Sigma was first started at Motorola, Inc. and was then developed into what we knowtoday at General Electric. The main thrust of Six Sigma requires an organization tofollow a prescribed process to reduce variation in order to improve customer satisfaction.It is a structured process that is designed to deliver almost perfect products or services ona consistent basis and improving

Conference Session

Distance Learning in ET

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Meral Anitsal, Tennessee Tech University; Ismet Anitsal, Tennessee Tech University; Ismail Fidan, Tennessee Tech University; Bonita Barger, Tennessee Tech University; Michael Allen, Tennessee Tech University

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Engineering Technology

Page 13.179.6mean and proportion for future use in any research on the part of the students.The Teaching MethodsCAD for TechnologyCAD for Technology is one of the first developed engineering courses and most commonlyoffered engineering course in the College of Engineering of this university. This course is acombination of instructional modules and industrial design practices. Each teaching module hasvery-well prepared, intuitive support materials. These materials help students learn the specificdesign issues by themselves. There are also numerous tutorials linked to instructional tutorials.As soon as students finish their learning, they start practicing the laboratory exercises given as aseparate handout.WebCTTM materials prepared for the

Conference Session

History and Future of Engineering Technology

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lawrence Wolf, Oregon Institute of Technology; Michael O'Hair, Purdue University

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Engineering Technology

1974. He was appointed as a dean at Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston, directing a joint project with MIT in Iran, after which he returned to St. Louis in 1975 as the associate dean of instruction. He headed the Department of Manufacturing Engineering Technologies and Supervision at Purdue University, Calumet, from 1978 to 1980, then served for ten years as the dean of the College of Technology of the University of Houston. After a sabbatical year working on the Relativistic Heavy Ion Collider at Brookhaven National Laboratory, Wolf became the president of Oregon Institute of Technology. He retired from administration in 1998, designated as a president emeritus. He

Conference Session

Engineering and ET Relationships & Professional Development

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James Lambrechts, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Engineering Technology

be necessary(either a Master’s degree or 30 credits of approved study), but the new ABET criteria appearslikely to require major changes in the form and content of under-graduate education for civilengineering. What will be the impacts of these changes for Civil Engineering Technologyeducation? As it has been known in recent years, CET in about 25 four-year institutions hasprovided a sound educational background to begin training for the practice of civil engineering.A CET graduate from many 4-year schools can calculate rebar sizing, runoff quantity, pavementthickness, BOD and COD treatment requirements, perhaps as well as a graduate from a civil

Conference Session

History and Future of Engineering Technology

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William Loendorf, Eastern Washington University; Terence Geyer, Eastern Washington University

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Engineering Technology

processing.Terence Geyer, Eastern Washington University TERENCE L. D. GEYER obtained his B.S. in Manufacturing Technology at Eastern Washington University. He is currently completing his M.Ed. in Adult Education in a specially combined program as a Graduate Instructor in the Department of Engineering & Design at Eastern Washington University. His interests include collecting and re-manufacturing older technologies. Page 13.259.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Bridging the Historical Technological Gap Between the Past and the Present

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Technology Curriculum

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kevin Cook, Montana State University; Robb Larson, Montana State University

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Engineering Technology

graduates states that “Mechanical EngineeringTechnology Graduates employed in the field will undertake professional careers in engineeringtechnology, employ effective communication, work in multidisciplinary professional teams,engage in life-long learning, contribute to industry and society, in Montana or elsewhere, engagein professional problem-solving activities using applied methods, assume leadership roles thatcontribute to the success of their organization or community, and advance in the profession5.The MET outcomes defined for MET graduate’s states that “The MET program seeks to producegraduates with a good foundation in engineering fundamentals as well as one strong inapplications, design, problem recognition and resolution, project