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STEM Pipeline: Pre-College to Post-Baccalaureate

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gillian Nicholls, University of Pittsburgh; Harvey Wolfe, University of Pittsburgh; Mary Besterfield-Sacre, University of Pittsburgh; Larry Shuman, University of Pittsburgh

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Educational Research and Methods

engineering students and understanding what affects their choice of collegemajor is critical to engineering educational research. Insufficient numbers of students aremajoring in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) topics. Understandingthe factors that affect students’ interest in studying STEM, capability of succeeding in STEM,and likelihood of persisting to achieve a STEM degree is of vital concern to educators.This study used an extensive national longitudinal dataset of over 12,000 students to develop aset of logistic regression models for predicting which students ultimately achieve a STEM degreevs. another educational outcome. The potential educational outcomes included no collegedegree, a less than four year college degree

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1553 FPD3 - Computer & Programming Tools in First Year Instruction

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Robertson, Arizona State University; Sarah Roux, Arizona State University; Vivek Ramanathan, Arizona State University; Mark Rager, Arizona State University

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First-Year Programs

respectively and the outcomes from these classes arethe basis of this paper. Most of the students were registered for a Technology program butacademic distinctions between engineering and technology are largely artificial in the systemscontext and when the subject and its applications are evolving rapidly.This paper represents the outcome of a multi-faceted review of progress. The authors are: 1. A student from the Fall 2007 class. 2. A student from the Fall 2006 class 3. The graduate assistant for both classes (preparation and assignments) 4. The responsible faculty member.Each author brings a different perspective of background experience to the shared experience ofthe course. However, the stimulus for the paper came from a

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Fluid Mechanics Experiments and Laboratories

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Calvin Hsieh, Portland State University; Gerald Recktenwald, Portland State University; Robert Edwards, Pennsylvania State University-Erie

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

transfer, applications of numerical analysis, and in improving undergraduate engineering education.Robert Edwards, Pennsylvania State University-Erie Robert Edwards is a Lecturer in Engineering at The Pennsylvania State Erie - The Behrend College where he teaches Statics, Dynamics, and Fluid and Thermal Science courses. He earned a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from Rochester Institute of Technology and an MS degree in Mechanical Engineering from Gannon University. Page 13.710.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Implementing Inquiry-based Experiments

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lawrence Whitman, Wichita State University; Janet Twomey, Wichita State University; S. Cheraghi, Wichita State University

AC 2008-1085: LEAN AND GREEN PRODUCTION SYSTEMS CLASS PROJECTLawrence Whitman, Wichita State UniversityJanet Twomey, Wichita State UniversityS. Cheraghi, Wichita State University Page 13.840.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 LEAN AND GREEN PRODUCTION SYSTEMS CLASS PROJECTAbstractUnderstanding cause-and-effect relationships is key to evaluating and designing a productionsystem. Traditional instruction methods including textbook study and lectures introduce studentsto concepts, theories, and formulas involved in manufacturing systems. Developments insimulation technology have enabled educators to give students a "real

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Institutional and Curricular Reform

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jeffrey Froyd, Texas A&M University; Charles Henderson, Western Michigan University; Jean Layne, Texas A&M University; Andrea Beach, Western Michigan University; Noah Finkelstein, University of Colorado; R. Sam Larson, Kaiser Permanente Colorado

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Educational Research and Methods

, Adult and Continuing Education from Michigan State University. Sam’s research focuses on organizational change in large complex organizations, diffusion of innovations, and learning transfer. Her research support includes NSF, W. K. Kellogg Foundation, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and Population Services International. She is the author of book chapters and peer reviewed journal articles, including guest editor for Metropolitan Universities Journal, STEM Innovation and Dissemination: Page 13.906.1 Improving Teaching and Learning in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.© American

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Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma in Manufacturing Education 1

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alan Leduc, Ball State University

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Manufacturing

AC 2008-1460: SIX SIGMA: DOES IT BELONG IN THE MANUFACTURINGCURRICULUM?Alan Leduc, Ball State University Alan Leduc is an Associate Professor, in the Manufacturing Engineering Technology program at Ball State University and the creator and advisor for the Minor in Process Improvement which focuses on Six Sigma training and will provide students and opportunity to earn a Six Sigma Black Belt certification prior to graduation. In addition to 19 years of teaching experience Alan has 25 years of experience prior experience in industry in the areas of manufacturing, quality, and engineering, ending his industrial career as a Vice President and General Manager. Alan has an M.B.A., M.S

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Alternative Energy Source Projects

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Craig Somerton, Michigan State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

AC 2008-1054: AN OCEAN ENERGY PROJECT: THE OSCILLATING WATERCOLUMNCraig Somerton, Michigan State University CRAIG W. SOMERTON Craig W. Somerton is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair of the Undergraduate Program for Mechanical Engineering at Michigan State University. He teaches in the area of thermal engineering including thermodynamics, heat transfer, and thermal design. He also teaches the capstone design course for the department. Dr. Somerton has research interests in computer design of thermal systems, transport phenomena in porous media, and application of continuous quality improvement principles to engineering education. He received his B.S. in 1976, his M.S. in 1979

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ERM Poster Session

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kevin Dahm, Rowan University; Roberta Harvey, Rowan University

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Educational Research and Methods

AC 2008-2300: USING LET ME LEARN® TO PROMOTE METACOGNITION ANDFOSTER TEAMING SKILLSKevin Dahm, Rowan University Kevin Dahm is an Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at Rowan University and a certified Let Me Learn® consultant. He earned his BS at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (92) and his PhD at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (98). He is the recipient of several ASEE awards, including the 2002 PIC-III Best Paper Award, the 2003 Joseph J. Martin Award and the 2004 Raymond W. Fahien Award.Roberta Harvey, Rowan University Roberta Harvey is an Associate Professor in the Department of Writing Arts at Rowan University and a certified Let Me Learn® Consultant. She teaches writing

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ECE Poster Session

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Asad Azemi, Pennsylvania State University

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Electrical and Computer

AC 2008-1942: TEACHING ELECTRIC CIRCUITS USING TABLET PC ANDCENTRAAsad Azemi, Pennsylvania State University Asad Azemi is an associate professor of Engineering at Penn State University. He has received his B.S. degree from UCLA in 1982, M.S. degree from Loyola Marymount University in 1985, and Ph.D. degree from University of Arkansas in 1991. His professional interests are in nonlinear stochastic systems, signal estimation, biocomputing, and use of computers and related technologies in undergraduate and graduate education to improve teaching and enhance students’ learning. Page 13.1158.1

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Instrumentation and Controls Laboratories

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Faramarz Mossayebi, Youngstown State University; Frank Li, Youngstown State University; Eric Lombardo, YSU; CHITRA RAJAGOPAL, Kent State University, Tuscarawas Campus

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

presently employed by Mine Safety Appliances Company in Pittsburgh, PA.CHITRA RAJAGOPAL, Kent State University, Tuscarawas Campus Ms Chitra Rajagopal is Assistant Professor of Engineering Technology at the Kent State University, Tuscarawas Campus, where she teaches electrical and electronic engineering technology courses in in-person and on-line formats. She is currently researching on embedded system design, microcontrollers and control system. Page 13.390.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Developing an Advanced Digital Control Laboratory with a System-On-a

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Inter- and Multidisciplinary Laboratories

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Samuel Lakeou, University of the District of Columbia; Esther Ososanya, University of the District of Columbia; Wagdy Mahmoud, University of the District of Columbia; Fatou Mbengue, University of the District of Columbia; Bodjona Coboyo, University of the District of Columbia; Abdulaziz SIrag, University of the District of Columbia; Ben Latigo, University of the District of Columbia

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

Page 13.1308.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Undergraduate Research in New Concept in Solar Energy Capture: Theory, Modeling, and SimulationI. IntroductionThis work describes a newly initiated undergraduate research work on new concept insolar energy capture. Recently reported photovoltaic efficiencies of novel solar terrestrialconcentrator cells have reached record levels. In fact, it is reported that metamorphic, orlattice-mismatched, GaInP/ GaInAs/ Ge 3-junction cells have reached 40.7% efficiency .Efficiency higher that 40% was also reported from measurements on lattice-matched 3-junction cells. Under such dramatic changes, research on all aspects of solar cells,including theory, modeling and simulation

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Technical Capacity Bldg for Developing Countries & Service Learning

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Duffy, University of Massachusetts Lowell

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International

and, rather than spreadourselves too thin geographically, we expand the types of infrastructure needs met in the samenetwork (health care, education, communication, energy, water, food production, housing). Thesustainability of these infrastructure systems is a key goal of our program in keeping with visionof a balance between advance of technology and preservation of the natural environment andculture of the Quechua (Inca) people.Although the VE program is similar to Engineers Without Borders (EWB, 2008)9 and Engineersfor a Sustainable World (ESW, 2008)8, it differs in several key ways: It is older; it is focused onsustained commitment to one region; it is tightly linked to service-learning in a variety ofcourses; it is interdisciplinary

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Fluid Mechanics Experiments and Laboratories

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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B. Terry Beck, Kansas State University; Brian Anderson, Kansas State University; Mina Hosni, Kansas State University

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

academic research in their discipline early in their college careers.2 CSI studentsparticipate in a variety of projects with research teams throughout the College of Engineering.The students worked in labs, testing facilities, and on their own to learn what academic researchis like. The CSI Program is one of six initiatives that are funded by STEP. STEP (Science,Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Talent Expansion Program) is supported by theNational Science Foundation’s STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)Talent Expansion Program.The modifications to the existing wind tunnel facility take the form of test section inserts, whichcan be constructed from inexpensive materials to form a wide variety of different nozzle

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Best Practices in Aerospace Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kristi Shryock, Texas A&M University; Helen Reed, Texas A&M University

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Aerospace

methods in this paper.BackgroundFounded in 1932 under the name Engineers' Council for Professional Development, ABET(formerly Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredits post-secondarydegree-granting programs. Many people interpret this to mean that ABET accredits departments,colleges, or even courses. In reality, ABET accredits programs, and your accreditation workshould reflect the program as a whole.Some programs treat the six-year time lag between visits with the following timeline: - Year 1 – Celebrate success of previous ABET visit. - Years 2-4 – Feel that ABET is a long time away. - Year 5 – Begin to worry about ABET visit the following year, and survey every class imaginable to be ready for year 6 with the

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Student Engagement and Motivation

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Stephen Crown; Arturo Fuentes; Bob Freeman

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Educational Research and Methods

needs.IntroductionThe engineering education environment has seen many changes in the past twenty years.Advances in computers, networks, and technology have made a wealth of information andcomputational tools accessible to students like never before. Course web sites give studentsaccess to supplemental learning materials1, an ability to dialog with other students and faculty onforums2, and even tutorial movies ranging from working through homework problems to usingmodeling or computational programs related to the course3. In addition, there has been a flood ofinterest in and funding of engineering education research. One would assume that with all ofthese advances and focused attention that student academic success would be growingexponentially. In fact, many

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Innovations in ECE Education III

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sheng-Jen Hsieh, Texas A&M University; Yuan-Teng Cheng, Texas A&M University

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Electrical and Computer

AC 2008-1545: INTELLIGENT TUTOR FOR LADDER LOGIC PROGRAMMINGSheng-Jen Hsieh, Texas A&M University Dr. Sheng-Jen (“Tony”) Hsieh is an Associate Professor in the College of Engineering at Texas A&M University. He holds a joint appointment with the Department of Engineering Technology and the Department of Mechanical Engineering. His research interests include engineering education, cognitive task analysis, automation, robotics and control, intelligent manufacturing system design, and micro/nano manufacturing. He is also the Director of the Rockwell Automation laboratory at Texas A&M University, a state-of-the-art facility for education and research in the areas of automation

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FPD2 - First-Year Advising and Transition

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Craig Gunn, Michigan State University

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First-Year Programs

AC 2008-2912: THE VALUE OF SCAVENGER HUNTS IN THE LIFE OF AFRESHMANCraig Gunn, Michigan State University Craig Gunn is the Director of the Communication Program in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Michigan State University. He integrates communication skill activity into all courses within the mechanical Engineering program. He is editor of the CED Newsbriefs and the MCCE Co-op Courier and has co-authored a textbook - Engineering Your Future. Page 13.1280.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 The Value of Scavenger Hunts in the Life of a FreshmanAbstractStudents

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FPD2 - First-Year Advising and Transition

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jean Kampe, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Whitney Edmister, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Christi Boone, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Bevlee Watford, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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First-Year Programs

AC 2008-1302: TRANSFER STUDENTS: TAILORING A FRESHMAN PROGRAMTO THEIR NEEDSJean Kampe, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University J. C. MALZAHN KAMPE is an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering Education at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. She received a Ph.D. in Metallurgical Engineering from Michigan Technological University, an M.Ch.E. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Delaware, and a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Michigan Technological University.Whitney Edmister, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University WHITNEY A. EDMISTER is the Assistant Director of the Center for the Enhancement of Engineering Diversity at

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Mechanics and the Internet

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shahnam Navaee, Georgia Southern University

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Mechanics

AC 2008-2057: STUDENT ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT THROUGHPRESCRIBED UNDERGRADUATE PROJECTSShahnam Navaee, Georgia Southern University Shahnam Navaee is the Associate Dean of Student and Academic Programs in the College of Science & Technology and Professor of Engineering Studies at Georgia Southern University. Dr. Navaee received his B.S. and M.S. degrees in Civil Engineering from Louisiana State University in 1980 and 1983 and his Ph.D. degree from the Department of Civil Engineering at Clemson University in 1989. Page 13.1103.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Student

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Unique Student Opportunities in BME

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Steven Abramowitch, University of Pittsburgh; Mark Redfern, University of Pittsburgh; Richard Debski, University of Pittsburgh; Alejandro Almarza, University of Pittsburgh; Harvey Borovetz, University of Pittsburgh; Savio Woo, University of Pittsburgh

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Biomedical

AC 2008-1121: INTRAMURAL RESEARCH INTERNSHIP: A REQUIREMENT OFTHE UNDERGRADUATE BIOENGINEERING CURRICULUM AT THEUNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGHSteven Abramowitch, University of Pittsburgh Dr. Abramowitch is an Assistant Professor of Bioengineering at the Swanson School of Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh. He received his B.S. (1998) in Applied Mathematics and Ph.D. (2004) in Bioengineering from the University of Pittsburgh. Currently, he serves as the Director of the Tissue Mechanics laboratory in the Musculoskeletal Research Center. The primary goal of the Tissue Mechanics Laboratory is to understand and enhance ligament healing utilizing functional tissue engineering approaches, and

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Problem Solving and Misconceptions

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gerard Rowe, University of Auckland; Chris Smaill, University of Auckland

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Educational Research and Methods

awards from his institution. In 2004 he was awarded a (National) Tertiary Teaching Excellence Award in the Sustained Excellence in Teaching category and in 2005 he received the Australasian Association for Engineering Education award for excellence in Engineering Education in the Teaching and Learning category. Dr Rowe is a member of the IET, the IEEE, the Institution of Professional Engineers of New Zealand (IPENZ), ASEE, STLHE and AaeE.Chris Smaill, University of Auckland Chris Smaill holds a Ph.D. in engineering education from Curtin University of Technology, Australia, and degrees in physics, mathematics and philosophy from the University of Auckland. For 27 years he taught physics and

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Faculty Attitudes and Perceptions

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bugrahan Yalvac, Texas A&M University; Lisa Brooks, Texas A&M University; Christine Ehlig-Economides, Texas A&M University

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Educational Research and Methods

source of knowledge. Our recitation leaders have begun to employ strategies that are more student-centered. The interviews we conducted with them showed their evolving perspectives of teaching and learning. The interviews portray a collaboration that faculty with similar intentions to encourage instruction emphasizing student centered pedagogy may find helpful.IntroductionEnergy sustainability is an important concept for human societies and must addresseconomic, environmental, and societal aspects. A long term goal to stimulate researchand technology development toward transformational energy solutions is best addressedthrough the efforts of all educated citizens, and not only by engineers and scientists. Forthis reason, professors from

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Computer Simulation and Animation I

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michael Black, American University

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Computers in Education

AC 2008-2818: A PROCESSOR DESIGN PROJECT FOR A FIRST COURSE INCOMPUTER ORGANIZATIONMichael Black, American University Page 13.86.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 A Processor Design Project for a First Course in Computer OrganizationAbstractAlthough many of today’s students are savvy computer users, paradoxically they often findcomputer design abstract and difficult to visualize. To make the material more tangible, we havedeveloped a novel three part term project that requires students to develop and simulate their ownprocessor. Students work in teams to devise and encode their own instruction set, design adatapath and

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Embedded Computing

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alejandra J. Magana; Sean Brophy, Purdue University; George Bodner, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Computers in Education

AC 2008-2108: PROFESSORS’ INSTRUCTIONAL APPROACHES ANDSTUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS OF NANOHUB SIMULATIONS AS LEARNINGTOOLSAlejandra Magana , Network for Computational Nanotechnology Purdue University Alejandra Magana is a Ph.D. student in Engineering Education at Purdue University. She holds a M.S. Ed. in Educational Technology from Purdue University and a M.S. in E-commerce from ITESM in Mexico City. She is currently working for the Network for Computational Nanotechnology at Purdue University as a Research Assistant and as an Instructional Designer.Sean Brophy, Purdue University Sean Brophy is an Assistant Professor in Engineering Education at Purdue University. He holds a Ph.D. in Education and

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Hardware Descriptive Language Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jonathan Hill, University of Hartford

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Computers in Education

AC 2008-866: CONTROL SYSTEM DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION USINGTHE MOTOR CONTROLS TOOLKIT – THE ROBOT CARJonathan Hill, University of Hartford Dr. Jonathan Hill is an Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture (CETA) at the University of Hartford, located in Connecticut. Ph.D. and M.S. from Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) and Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from Northeastern University. Previously an applications engineer with the Networks and Communications division of Digital Corporation. His interests involve embedded microprocessor based systems.Patricia Mellodge, University of Hartford Dr

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STEM Pipeline: Pre-College to Post-Baccalaureate

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Julie Trenor, University of Houston; Olga Pierrakos, James Madison University

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Educational Research and Methods

benefits of undergraduateresearch experiences was conducted by SRI International, under contract to the NSF4, 5. Thestudy involved a nationwide, large-scale evaluation of undergraduate research, encompassingscience, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and social, behavioral, or economic sciences.With 3,400 individuals surveyed over a period of three years the study focused on researchparticipation and research experience effects. Some of their major findings from the STEMindividuals are: (1) undergraduate research experiences were important in shaping careerdecisions and interests, (2) undergraduate research, especially sponsored research, seemed toencourage individuals to pursue a doctorate, (3) no statistically significant differences

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Instructional Methods and Tools in BME

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Richard Goldberg, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill; David Lalush, North Carolina State University

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Biomedical

AC 2008-1101: TEACHING A HANDS-ON BIOMEDICAL INSTRUMENTATIONCOURSE JOINTLY AT TWO INSTITUTIONSRichard Goldberg, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Richard Goldberg is a Research Assistant Professor in the Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and North Carolina State University. Based at UNC, he is also the Director of Undergraduate Studies for the UNC BME program. He teaches several instrumentation courses and senior design. His primary interest is in assistive technology for people with disabilities.David Lalush, North Carolina State University David Lalush is an Associate Professor in the Joint Department of Biomedical

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Tools for Teaching

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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S. Scott Moor, Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne

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Educational Research and Methods

AC 2008-1440: CASE STUDY: A SPACE DESIGNED FOR COOPERATIVELEARNING WITH MULTIPLE PROCESSESS. Scott Moor, Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne Scott Moor is an Assistant Professor of Engineering and Coordinator of First-Year Engineering at Indiana University Purdue University – Fort Wayne. He received a B.S. and M.S. in Chemical Engineering from M.I.T. After over a decade in industry he returned to academia at the University of California at Berkeley where he received a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and an M.A. in Statistics. He is a registered Professional Chemical Engineer in California. His research interests include engineering education with an emphasis on developing and

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Computer Applications in Energy Courses

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Peter Idowu, Pennsylvania State University-Harrisburg

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

generallymake assumption about user’s background, the engineering methodology they werepreviously exposed to and the visual metaphors used in communicating concepts [1].These may impact the effectiveness of the tool for a category of learners who do not fitthose assumptions.As many more instructors are expected to infuse some form of technology into theirinstructional repertoire because of the credible benefits in student engagement, efficientcourseware development strategy is becoming paramount. A sample of such visualcourseware authoring tool is discussed by Lau and Mak [5], and offered as an instructor-enabling medium that would encourage instructors to devote time and effort to content

Conference Session

Innovations in ECE Education I

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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James Klein, University of Idaho; Herbert Hess, University of Idaho; Brian Johnson, University of Idaho

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Electrical and Computer

, University of Idaho, Moscow. His research interests include power electronics, electric machines and drives, and power quality.Brian Johnson, University of Idaho Brian K. Johnson (M'92-SM'07) received the Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, in 1992. He is currently a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Idaho, Moscow. His interests include HVDC transmission, FACTS, custom power technologies, energy storage, utility applications of superconductivity, power system protection, and electromagnetic transients in power systems. Dr. Johnson is a member of CIGRE and is a Professional Engineer in the states of