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Novel Energy Applications in Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Christopher Schroeder, University of Toledo; Mohammad Elahinia, University of Toledo; Walter Olson, University of Toledo; Mark Schumack, University of Detroit Mercy

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

AC 2008-2497: THE DEVELOPMENT OF A HYDRAULIC HYBRID VEHICLELABORATORY: INTEGRATING EDUCATION AND RESEARCHChristopher Schroeder, University of Toledo Christopher C. Schroeder is a graduate mechanical engineering student at The University of Toledo. He is working with Dr. Mohammad Elahinia on a project to develop "Multipurpose Educational Modules to Teach Hybrid Vehicle Technologies". Specifically Christopher says I am "working with colleagues to make hydraulic hybrid vehicles more suitable for commercialization…. I am excited and thrilled to be part of a university and a project which have the potential to make big changes in the automotive industry."Mohammad Elahinia, University of Toledo

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ian Papautsky, University of Cincinnati; Cathy Maltbie, University of Cincinnati; David Eddington, University of Illinois at Chicago; Ali Asgar Bhagat, University of Cincinnati; Hugo Caicedo, University of Illinois at Chicago

AC 2008-1373: INTRODUCING MICROFLUIDICS THROUGH APROBLEM-BASED LABORATORY COURSEIan Papautsky, University of Cincinnati Dr. Ian Papautsky earned his Ph.D. in bioengineering from the University of Utah in 1999. He is currently a tenured Associate Professor of in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Cincinnati. His research and teaching interests include application of microfluidics and nanotechnology to biology and medicine.Cathy Maltbie, University of Cincinnati Dr. Catherine Maltbie earned her B.S. in Chemical Engineering and Ed.D. in Educational Studies (cognitive and social aspects of instruction). She is a Research Associate at the Evaluation

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Instrumentation and Controls Laboratories

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Philip Brach, University of the District of Columbia; Ahmet Zeytinci, University of the District of Columbia

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and Aerospace Technology at UDC. He is a Past President of DCSPE and is currently the Director of the Civil Engineering Program and the Chairman of the Professional Engineers in Higher Education (PEHE) of DCSPE. Over 30 years of teaching and engineering practice in Europe, Japan and the US. Page 13.1252.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 THE PEDAGOGY OF THE SURVEYING LABORATORY Abstract Surveying and surveying laboratory (field work) fifty years ago were standard fair for most engineering programs in all disciplines. Today, in the 21st Century, surveying is no longer an

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mark Yeary, University of Oklahoma; Robert Palmer, University of Oklahoma; Kevin Kloesel, University of Oklahoma; Tian Yu, University of Oklahoma; Kent Johnson, University of Oklahoma; Mike Biggerstaff, University of Oklahoma; Phil Chilson, University of Oklahoma; Guifu Zhang, University of Oklahoma

improvementof undergraduate education [13, 14, 15, 16]. With this in mind, we now introduce the modelthat governs and sustains the teaching and research mission of our university laboratory.The synergistic interaction between teaching and research, their drivers and end-results isalso illustrated. These drivers can be classified into those of resource needs (e.g. qualifiedpersonnel) and technology related issues. Resource needs can be further classified intothree types – (1) design and application engineers, (2) radar system integrators and man- Page 13.89.6agers, and (3) research and development scientists. These needs are met by BS, MS, andPhD graduates

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Curricular Developments in Energy Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gunnar Tamm, United States Military Academy; Ozer Arnas, United States Military Academy; Daisie Boettner, United States Military Academy; Seth Norberg, United States Military Academy

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

alternative energy stewardship on the national and global stage.Perhaps not well known to the public, is that the U.S. military is taking action to reduce energyconsumption via widespread conservation programs, while at the same time supporting researchand development of alternative energy technologies. However, the most effective measure todeviate from the conventional energy path is to educate the future decision makers, the futuregeneral officers of the Army, of the growing energy crisis and of the available and developingalternative energy options.This paper discusses the evolving education of engineering students at the United States MilitaryAcademy to include a greater awareness of renewable and alternative energy. Similar to severalcivilian

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Vladimir Genis, Drexel University; Michael Zagorski, Drexel University

AC 2008-409: REMOTE NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING EDUCATIONALLABORATORYVladimir Genis, Drexel University Dr. Vladimir Genis, Associate Professor and Program Director of Applied Engineering Technology in the Goodwin College, Drexel University, taught and developed graduate and undergraduate courses in physics, electronics, nondestructive testing, biomedical engineering, and acoustics. His research interests include ultrasound wave propagation and scattering, ultrasound imaging, nondestructive testing, electronic instrumentation, piezoelectric transducers, and engineering education. He serves as a member of the Drexel’s Faculty Senate.Michael Zagorski, Drexel University Michael Zagorski has a

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Instructional Methods and Tools in BME

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Chris Geiger, Florida Gulf Coast University; Robert O'Neill, Florida Gulf Coast University

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Biomedical

AC 2008-1124: UTILIZING THE BEST PRACTICES OF THE EXCEEDTEACHING METHODOLOGY IN A BIOENGINEERING CURRICULUM.Chris Geiger, Florida Gulf Coast University R. Christopher Geiger is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Bioengineering in the U.A. Whitaker School of Engineering at Florida Gulf Coast University. He received his M.S and Ph.D. degrees in Biomedical Engineering from Northwestern University in 1999 and 2003, respectively, and his B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Northwestern University in 1996.Robert O'Neill, Florida Gulf Coast University Robert J. O'Neill is Professor and Chair of the Department of Environmental and Civil Engineering in the U.A. Whitaker School of Engineering at

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Professional Skills and the Workplace

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Betty Harper, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Patrick Terenzini, Pennsylvania State University

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Educational Research and Methods

morescholarly activities, and engineering education is a case-in-point. The post-WWII and Sputnikeras saw a massive influx of federal support for research in higher education, increased hiring ofresearch-oriented faculty members, and curriculum revisions that reflected faculty members'interests. By 2000, engineering education looked more like that in a traditional science than in aprofession.3 Government, business, and professional societies pressed for engineering educationreforms in order to sustain America's technological and economic leadership. Consistent with Finkelstein et al.,1 one explanation for the failure of engineeringprograms to provide graduates with important professional skills is that most engineeringstudents are taught by

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Our Future in Manufacturing

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bradley Harriger, Purdue University; Mike Aikens, Butler County Community College; Mark French, Purdue University; Steve Shade, Purdue University

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Manufacturing

AC 2008-1280: USING GUITAR MANUFACTURING TO RECRUIT STUDENTSINTO STEM DISCIPLINESBradley Harriger, Purdue UniversityMark French, Purdue UniversityMike Aikens, Butler County Community CollegeSteve Shade, Purdue University Page 13.1339.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Using Guitar Manufacturing to Recruit Students into STEM DisciplinesAbstract The challenge to recruit students into manufacturing engineering technology degreeprograms continues to be competitive and requires creativity and innovation. Creating an interestin STEM related programs has become the new frontier for many colleges and universities acrossthe

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CAD/CAM in Manufacturing Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Adrian Teo, Arizona State University; Scott Danielson, Arizona State University; Trian Georgeou, Arizona State University

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Manufacturing

AC 2008-1363: HIGH PERFORMANCE MACHINING: A PRACTICALAPPROACH TO HIGH-SPEED MACHININGAdrian Teo, Arizona State University Adrian Teo is the owner and operator of Function7 Engineering, an aftermarket automotive parts supply company. He is both a Arizona State University staff member in the University Technology Office and a graduate student in the Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Technology Department, with an emphasis is CNC machining.Scott Danielson, Arizona State University Scott Danielson is the Department Chair of the Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Technology Department at Arizona State University and has served in this capacity since 1999. He is active in ASEE and

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Graduate Student Experiences

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rajesh Bachu, University of Bridgeport; Deepak S. Deepawale, University of Bridgeport; Buket Barkana, University of Bridgeport; Lawrence Hmurcik, University of Bridgeport

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Graduate Studies

240 case entries, including 14 appearances in Court and Legal Depositions. Dr. Hmurcik's interests have changed over the years: starting in Solar Cell technology in 1977, Dr. hmurcik is currently pursuing work in Medical Electronics and Electric Safety. Page 13.176.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 An Evaluation of Indian International Graduate Students’ Expectations and ExperiencesAbstractThis research analyzes the expectations and experiences of international graduatestudents who study at American universities. More specifically, the aim of this study is tofind the

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Curricular Issues in Computer-Oriented Programs

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Azzedine Lansari, Zayed University; Akram Al-Rawi, Zayed University; Abdallah Tubaishat, Zayed Univeristy; Faouzi Bouslama, Université Laval

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Information Systems

, UAE. He has worked at several academic institutions of which the last two were the University of Missouri-Columbia and Columbia College, MO. His teaching interests include programming languages, logic design, and computer architecture. His research interests include computer simulation, web-caching architecture, and curriculum design.Abdallah Tubaishat, Zayed Univeristy Dr. Abdallah Tubaishat received his PhD degree in Software Engineering from Illinois Institute of Technology. He is conducting research that spans two main areas, one is technical: software engineering and the other is non-technical: e-learning. He is conducting both types of research in parallel and has presented his work

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Sustainable Energy Issues in Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cortney Martin, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Barbara Bekken, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Sean McGinnis, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

of vital learning outcomes and argue that these must be woven throughout everycurriculum rather than regarded as a separate, or less important, educational component.Domenico Grasso4 aptly describes the troubling bifurcation of liberal and technical education Page 13.1218.2and calls for a new definition of the well-educated engineer: With the ever receding horizons of technological limits, it is easy to see how engineering curricula can become increasingly dominated by technical courses. It is time to dismiss the hegemonic notion that the best engineering education is one that exposes students to the most technical

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Design in the ECE Curriculum

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jin-Hwan Lee, University of Cincinnati; Ali Asgar Bhagat, University of Cincinnati; Karen Davis, University of Cincinnati; Ian Papautsky, University of Cincinnati

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Electrical and Computer

Undergraduate (REU) students through the summer termprior to continuing on to graduate school. The success of these research-oriented senior designprojects is encouraging and we propose extending this opportunity to motivate students enrolledin related programs such as biology, chemistry, and other engineering disciplines.I. IntroductionMicromachining or Micro Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS) technologies are considered anenabling technology that has a revolutionary impact on many areas of science and engineering.1MEMS technologies are now being applied to health monitoring, diagnostics and therapeuticapplications, which are frequently referred to as Biomedical Microsystems (BioMEMS).BioMEMS research includes biological, biomedical, biochemical, and

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Computer Simulation and Animation I

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Othoniel Rodriguez-Jimenez, Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico; Carlos Pacheco, Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico; Nelson Reyes-Aviles, Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico; Marisol Mercado, Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico

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Computers in Education

in the syllabus formats used by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology(ABET), and the Middle-States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSACS). The applicationuses secure, role-based access control for users, who are assigned a user-name, password and role,and allowed to log-in using a web browser. Roles include Viewer, Editor, and Publisher. Theinformation captured in the process of editing a syllabus is stored in a relational database. Astandard report writer is used to produce a syllabus for a particular course in the format required by aparticular accrediting agency, and in specific document formats such as .doc or .pdf. Additionalreports are defined and new ones can be easily introduced. Because a large part of the

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Tools for Teaching

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alfred Ducharme, University of Central Florida; Ali Mehrabian, University of Central Florida; Diala Gammoh, University of Central FLorida

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Educational Research and Methods

AC 2008-604: PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS OF SOFTWARE BASED VIDEOLECTURE CAPTURE AND DELIVERY SYSTEMAlfred Ducharme, University of Central FloridaAli Mehrabian, University of Central FloridaDiala Gammoh, University of Central FLorida Page 13.973.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008Performance Analysis of Software Based Video Lecture Capture and Delivery SystemAbstractThe trend towards distance learning has been increasing over the last few years, especially in theacademic institutions. This increase is due to enabling technology that made learning materialsaccessible by students and professors at any location. Distance learning has different

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Blurring the Boundary between Content Knowledge and Professional Knowledge

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Verna Fitzsimmons, Kent State University - Kent; Stephane Booth, Kent State University - Kent

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Liberal Education

AC 2008-732: LEAN LEARNING: PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION AND GENERALEDUCATION JOIN FORCESVerna Fitzsimmons, Kent State University - Kent Verna M. Fitzsimmons, Ph.D., Associate Professor and Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs, College of Technology, Kent State University. Dr. Fitzsimmons received her Ph.D. from the University of Cincinnati majoring in Industrial Engineering. She has over 15 years of experience working with businesses (both manufacturing and service sectors). She has also taught at several universities in Ohio and Wisconsin. She currently teaches courses in both the Baccalaureate and the Master of Technology programs and is now involved in applied research in several areas

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Mechanics Education Programs and Projects

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sridhar Condoor, Saint Louis University, Parks College of Eng.; Sanjay Jayaram, Saint Louis University, Parks College of Eng.; Lawrence Boyer, Saint Louis University

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Mechanics

. • A lack of physical feel due to emphasis on structural problems. This can be attributed to a strong civil engineering influence in the texts.These fundamental disconnects manifest themselves as lower-than-expected abilities in thestudents when applying the concepts to design/analyze real systems in subsequent courses. Theresulting disappointment in engineering educators is well documented and common1,2.II. Literature ReviewMost recent efforts revamp the statics/mechanics curriculum by incorporating advances incomputer/video/web technologies, affording a physical feel for the concepts, and fostering activelearning. Kuznetsov3 developed a software-based teaching aid which reinforces concepts throughan iterative learning process. It was

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Methods & Techniques in Graduate Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rebecca Brent, Education Designs Inc.; Richard Felder, North Carolina State University

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Graduate Studies

AC 2008-1047: A PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FORGRADUATE STUDENTS AT NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITYRebecca Brent, Education Designs Inc. REBECCA BRENT, Ed.D., is President of Education Designs, Inc., a consulting firm in Cary, North Carolina. Her professional interests include faculty development in the sciences and engineering, support programs for new faculty members, preparation of alternative licensure teachers, and applications of technology in the K-12 classroom. She was formerly a professor of education at East Carolina University. She is co-director of the ASEE National Effective Teaching Institute.Richard Felder, North Carolina State University RICHARD M. FELDER, Ph.D

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Computer Education Management Tools I

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carole Goodson, University of Houston; Barbara Stewart, University of Houston; Susan Miertschin, University of Houston; Luces Faulkenberry, University of Houston

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Computers in Education

AC 2008-1069: STUDENT PERCEPTIONS OF ACADEMIC HONESTY IN ANELECTRONIC AGECarole Goodson, University of Houston Carole Goodson is a Professor of Technology at the University of Houston. As an active member of ASEE, she is a member of the Academy of Fellows, a past Editor of the Journal of Engineering Technology, a past Chair of PIC IV and the ERM Division, and a past Chair of the Gulf Southwest Section of ASEE.Barbara Stewart, University of Houston Barbara L. Stewart is Professor of Human Development and Consumer Sciences at the University of Houston where she coordinates the Consumer Science program. She earned a BA degree from Brigham Young University, a MS from Utah State University

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Two Year College Tech Session III

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dan Dimitriu, San Antonio College; Jerry O'Connor, San Antonio College

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Two Year College Division

profession and 14 had a very good knowledge of college life. The final surveyshows that 24 students had outstanding or very good knowledge of the engineering profession,and 24 students felt they now had an outstanding or very good knowledge of college life.Outcome 2) The course materials and activities utilized in the program will be well correlatedand useful in preparing students for success in mathematics, engineering, technology, and thesciences.Results: In the final survey 24 of the students considered the courses well coordinated andinterconnected, and all 27 declared that they would recommend the EDGE Program to otherstudents. A particular mention should be made about the success of the robotics project based onthe LEGO Mindstorm kits. All 27

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Solar Power, Wind Power, and Energy System Initiatives

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Narciso Macia, Arizona State University; John-Paul Ishioye, Arizona State University; Brigid Dotson, University of Washington; Maria Macia, Veritas Preparatory Academy

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Bachelors degree in Electronics Engineering Technology from University of Missouri Central. He is currently completing his Master's degree in Alternative Energy Technologies at ASU. ASU-PTL is the only accredited design qualification laboratory in the United States. ASU-PTL has tested more than 3000 PV modules and issued more than 280 qualification certificates. ASU-PTL participates in the development of national and international standards of ASTM, IEEE and IEC.Brigid Dotson, University of Washington Brigid Dotson is an atmospheric scientist living in Seattle, WA. She graduated summa cum laude with a B.S. in Geography with a concentration in Meteorology from Arizona State University in

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DELOS Best Paper Nominations

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Johnny Chang, National University; Ayman El Salim, National University; Ronald Uhlig, National University; Michelle Bright

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received a Master of Science in Wireless Communications from National University, San Diego in 2007. Since completing an engineering internship with Qualcomm Inc., San Diego, he is working as a Software System Test Engineer with Sierra Wireless in San Diego, CA.Ronald Uhlig, National University Dr. Ronald P. Uhlig is Chair of the Department of Computer Science and Information Systems, School of Engineering and Technology, National University. He also serves as Lead Faculty for Wireless Communications for the Master of Science in Wireless Communications program. He teaches and carries out research in wireless systems, computer security, and applications of advanced technology in education. He

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Contemporary Instrumentation Poster Session

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mustafa Guvench, University of Southern Maine; Joshua Ward, Fairchild Semiconductor; Robert N. MacKinnon, Yarmouth Water District

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Instrumentation

AC 2008-1533: A COMPUTER CONTROLLED TEST SYSTEM FORMICRO-ELECTRO-MECHANICAL-RESONATOR (MEMS RESONATOR) GASSENSORSMustafa Guvench, University of Southern Maine Dr. Mustafa G. Guvench received his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical Engineering and Applied Physics from Case Western Reserve University. He is currently a full professor of Electrical Engineering at the University of Southern Maine. Prior to joining U.S.M. he served on the faculties of the University of Pittsburgh and M.E.T.U., Ankara, Turkey. His research interests and publications span the field of microelectronics including I.C. design, MEMS and semiconductor technology and its application in sensor development, finite element and

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Methods & Techniques in Graduate Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Brant Price, Western Carolina University; James Zhang, Western Carolina University

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Graduate Studies

AC 2008-555: GRADUATE LEARNING THROUGH RESEARCH: HUMAN HANDTREMOR DETECTION AND ANALYSISBrant Price, Western Carolina UniversityJames Zhang, Western Carolina University Page 13.651.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Graduate Learning through Research: Human Hand Tremor Detection and Analysis Brant T. Price, James Z. Zhang Department of Engineering and Technology, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC 28723Abstract:Human tremors can impair any daily activity, including something as simple as signingchecks or eating food. Formally defined, human tremors are a rhythmic

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Two Year College Tech Session I

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bertram Pariser, Technical Career Institute, Inc.; Cyrus Meherji, Technical Career Institute, Inc.

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Two Year College Division

Higher Education and the Technology Accreditation Commission of theAccreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (TAC/ABET) are very concerned and require Outcomesand Assessments at the course level as well as at the program level.We are trying to approach Outcomes and Assessments from building a basic shell. This shell will be a database,a repository of information on the students that take a particular class. The database will contain the student’spersonal information. The other part of the shell will be a spreadsheet created in EXCEL that will contain basicstudent data imported from ACCESS, test scores, attendance and homework. Each of the above categories willbe a separate sheet in the EXCEL spreadsheet.Primarily, we are going to build

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The Use of Computers in Teaching Mathematics

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Janet Callahan, Boise State University; Seung Youn Chyung, Boise State University; Joanna Guild, Boise State University; William Clement, Boise State University; Joe Guarino, Boise State University; Doug Bullock, Boise State University; Cheryl Schrader, Boise State University

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Mathematics

AC 2008-1703: ENHANCING PRECALCULUS CURRICULA WITH E-LEARNING:IMPLEMENTATION AND ASSESSMENTJanet Callahan, Boise State University Janet M. Callahan is Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at Boise State University. She received a Ph.D. in Materials Science, a M.S. in Metallurgy and a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Connecticut. Her current research interests include freshman engineering programs, recruitment and retention issues in engineering, biomedical device development and the development and characterization of biomaterials.Seung Youn Chyung, Boise State University Yonnie Chyung is Associate Professor in the Department of Instructional and Performance Technology

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Mentoring Graduate Students

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jan Rinehart, Rice University; Sherry Woods, University of Texas at Austin; Rebecca Richards-Kortum, Rice University

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-Lincoln in 1985, she continued her graduate work at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where she received an MS in Physics in 1987 and a PhD in Medical Physics in 1990. That same year, she began her academic career at The University of Texas in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department as an Assistant Professor, (1990), Associate Professor (1995) and Professor (1999). She joined the Department of Biomedical Engineering at UT Austin when it formed in 2001. Page 13.354.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Demystifying the Faculty Search Process: Increasing

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Graduate Student Experiences

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Reginald Rogers, University of Michigan; Anthony Lachawiec, University of Michigan; Jeffrey Ringenberg, University of Michigan

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Graduate Studies

University. In addition to educational endeavors as a classroom instructor, he has served as a research mentor and tutor to Master’s students. His dissertation research is focused on the spillover mechanism for hydrogen storage by adsorption on microporous and nanoporous carbon materials. Upon graduation, he hopes to obtain a faculty position at a teaching-intensive institution in chemical engineering or chemistry.Jeffrey Ringenberg, University of Michigan Jeff Ringenberg is a lecturer at the University of Michigan's College of Engineering. His research interests include methods for bringing technology into the classroom and studying the effects of social networking on learning

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LabVIEW and Mindstorms Based Experiments

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nebojsa Jaksic, Colorado State University-Pueblo; Dawn Spencer, Colorado State University-Pueblo

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miles in traffic in less than six hours. The challenge took place onNovember 3rd at Southern California Logistics Airport.Previous Work and JustificationThe major function of the Robotics with LEGO Mindstorms NXT course is to promotediscovery-based active learning and knowledge systematization. Robot building is a powerfulstudent motivational tool1. Mimicking an actual multimillion-dollar robotic prize competition2further enhances student motivation. A set of new tools like LEGO Mindstorms Education BaseSet with NXT technology (became available in August 2006) and the National InstrumentsLabVIEW Toolkit for LEGO Mindstorms NXT (became available for downloads in mid-December 2006) are implemented in this novel engineering design course.The