Conference Session

New Trends in ECE Education II

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Meyer, Purdue University; Mark Johnson, Purdue University School of ECE; Cordelia Brown, Purdue University

Tagged Divisions

Electrical and Computer

knowledge obtained in earlier coursework and to obtain new knowledge necessary to design and test a system, component, or process to meet desired needs.2. An understanding of the engineering design process.3. An ability to function on a multidisciplinary team.4. An awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.5. An ability to communicate effectively, in both oral and written form.This course is advertised as “a structured approach to the development and integration ofembedded microcontroller hardware and software that provides senior-level students withsignificant design experience applying microcontrollers to a wide range of embedded systems(e.g., instrumentation, process control, telecommunication, intelligent devices, etc

Conference Session

Computer Education Management Tools II

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Roger Hadgraft, The University of Melbourne

Tagged Divisions

Computers in Education

http://ocw.mit.edu/OcwWeb/Civil-and-Environmental- Engineering/1-050Fall-2004/CourseHome/index.htm Nebraska, Statics, dynamics, mechanics of Mechanics Source page http://em-ntserver.unl.edu/ materials; supporting maths Lincoln Ohio Statics http://www.ent.ohiou.edu/~statics/ Statics, dynamics, mechanics, Fundamentals of Engineering Review materials, thermo, fluids, maths, http://www.feexam.ou.edu/ economics, ethics, electrical

Conference Session

Electrical and Computer Engineering Laboratories

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Oscar Ortiz, LeTourneau University; Paul Leiffer, LeTourneau University

Tagged Divisions

Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

, LeTourneau University PAUL R. LEIFFER, PhD, PE Paul R. Leiffer is a professor in the School of Engineering and Engineering Technology at LeTourneau University, where he has taught since 1979. He is currently co-developer of the program in BioMedical Engineering. He received his B.S.E.E. from the State University of New York at Buffalo and his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from Drexel University. Prior to joining the faculty at LeTourneau, he was involved in cardiac cell research at the University of Kansas Medical Center. His professional interests include bioinstrumentation, digital signal processing, and engineering ethics. Email: paulleiffer@letu.edu

Conference Session

IT-based Instructional Technologies

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Edward Gehringer, North Carolina State University

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

assignment.Students in the other classes were not asked to revise their submission after being providedfeedback.3. Assessment methodologiesThe computer science and engineering students used our Expertiza [3, 4] project(http://research.csc.ncsu.edu/efg/expertiza) is a Web-based system that facilitates peer review. Itwas first used to review wikis in Summer 2007, and has been used in courses in parallelcomputer architecture, object-oriented programming, and ethics in computing, among others.The software spiders the wiki to find all the contributions by an individual user, and then createsa page of links to each user’s material. This material is then assigned to specific other studentsto review.The toxicology students were reviewed by an outside team of experts

Conference Session

Web-Based Learning in Engineering Technology

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sohail Anwar, Pennsylvania State University-Altoona College; Harpal Dhillon, Excelsior College

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

, production management,systems supervision, and quality assurance. The graduate will exhibit a firm grounding inthe fundamental sciences, computation and mathematics, a working knowledge of thetools and techniques of electronic nanotechnology, good written and oral communication,and an awareness of teamwork, project management, quality, and ethical and socialresponsibilities.On-line Instruction: Opportunities and ChallengesWith the advancement of Internet, on-line instruction is becoming popular in engineeringeducation [3]. Although not yet “mainstream”, on-line courses delivered over the Internetare becoming more common [4]. Traditional and non-traditional colleges and universitiesare now using a variety of instructional tools and techniques to

Conference Session

Investigating Fuel Cells and Alternative Fuels in the Classroom and Lab

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert Fletcher, Lawrence Technological University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

reference the criterion are listed here. ABET Criterion 3. Program Outcomes and Assessment Engineering programs must demonstrate that their graduates have: (a) an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering (b) an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data (c) an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs (d) an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams (e) an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems (f) an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility (g) an ability to communicate effectively (h) the broad education necessary to understand the

Conference Session

Investigating Fuel Cells and Alternative Fuels in the Classroom and Lab

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert Pieri, North Dakota State University; Alan Kallmeyer, NDSU; Michael Stewart, North Dakota State University; Leslie Backer, North Dakota State University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

theUniversity students’ strong work ethic and hands-on abilities.The SkillsUpon being contacted by the co-op through NDSU’s Agriculture Extension services, the school’sengineering faculty decided that the best fit for the project was with the Mechanical EngineeringDepartment (ME) with support from Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) andAgricultural and Biosystems Engineering (ABEN) departments. Because of several factorsincluding traditional interest area, existence of the design sequence, available resources etc. AndME department took the lead function in the project. A project mentor was appointed with twoassociate mentors. The timing dictated that spring summer semesters would be used for theproject. Because of the interdisciplinary nature of

Conference Session

Topics in K-12 Engineering

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William Lee, University of South Florida

Tagged Divisions

K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

highlyintelligent and ethical doctors routinely care for their patients, sometimes fighting fortheir patients’ lives. Examples include M*A*S*H, ER, City of Angels (which featuredblack physicians), Grey’s Anatomy, and House. Certainly many of these characters arevery inspirational to youth in the process of formulating their life goals. Nursing hassimilarly been presented in a positive way, although the casting has almost alwaysinvolved female characters. The portrayal of the legal profession is often positive (withsome notable exceptions). Most attorneys are visualized as fighters for truth and justice.From the early days of Perry Mason to more recent series such as Family Law, The

Conference Session

Manufacturing Engineering Technology Curriculum

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mukasa Ssemakula, Wayne State University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

, mechanical design, fluids and thermal sciences √ 4 An appropriate mastery of techniques, skills and modern tools for mechanical engineering technology √ 5 The ability to communicate effectively in oral, written, visual, and graphical modes in both interpersonal and group environments √ 6 the attitudes, abilities, and skills required to adapt to rapidly changing technologies and the ability to pursue life-long learning √ 7 An understanding of all aspects of the design process and project management including functional and esthetic considerations 8 A well-developed sense of ethics, global issues, professional and

Conference Session

Assessing Design Coursework

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Graham Thomas, Texas Southern University; Esther Thomas, Texas Southern University

Tagged Divisions

Design in Engineering Education

. Cambridge, MA: Harvard Educational Review.[6] Meyers, C. (1986). Teaching Students to Think Critically: A Guide for Faculty in all Disciplines. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass.[7] Perry, T. S. (2006, September). Can One Man Make Engineering Cool through Rap Music? IEEE Spectrum, Vol. 43, No. 9, pp.57-59.[8] Richard, L. G., (2004). Using Case Studies to Teach Engineering Design and Ethics. Proceedings of the American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition.[9] Sandhu, J.A., Bamberg, E., Hong, J., & Boyce, M. C. (2002). Active Engagement Pedagogy for an Introductory Solid Mechanics Course. Proceedings of the 2002 American Society for Engineering Annual Conference & Exposition.[10

Conference Session

FPD1 - Early Success and Retention

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Amy Bell, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Moshe Kam, Drexel University; Joan Carletta, University of Akron; Douglas Gorham, IEEE

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

ability to properly distinguish arrhythmias that require therapy (VT) from those that don’t (SVT). Thesecond, more complicated algorithm uses additional information to better discriminate VTs and SVTs. Thecomparison of the two algorithms will illustrate the tradeoff between algorithm speed vs. accuracy (faster/lessaccurate vs. slower/more accurate). Through their comparisons, the students will discover the impact of algorithmcomputational complexity on the real-time constraint that is critical to the ICD’s ability to save lives.An example of further reading for this project is the recent article that describes the ethical issues surrounding amanufacturer’s unwillingness to recall defective ICDs.Figure 1. A normal heart rhythm (left) is described

Conference Session

Programmatic Issues in Physics or Engineering Physics Programs

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anca Sala, Baker College; Raghu Echempati, Kettering University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Physics & Physics

Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, states the importance of a solidPhysics education in the preparation of future engineers in its criteria for accreditation. The2007-08 Engineering Accreditation Commission criteria4 for accrediting undergraduate programsrequire the following Program Outcomes (PO) for all engineering programs:a. An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.b. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.c. An ability to design a system, components, or process to meet desired needs.d. An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams.e. An ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems.f. An understanding of professional and ethical

Conference Session

IFEES: The Globalization of Engineering Education

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lueny Morell, Hewlett-Packard; Claudio Borri, Universita' di Firenze; Sarah Rajala, Mississippi State University; Bruno Laporte, World Bank; Maria M. Larrondo Petrie; Seeram Ramakrishna, National University of Singapore; Xavier Fouger, Dassault Systemes; Jose Carlos Quadrado; Adriana Garboan, Politechnica University of Bucharest; Duncan Fraser, University of Cape Town; Hans Hoyer, American Society for Engineering Education

Tagged Divisions

ASEE Global Programs

organizations and their capacity tosupport faculty and students. It will attract corporate participation, helping to connectengineering graduates with international corporations that have a pressing need for well-trainedengineers who can work in a global environment. IFEES will also aim to enhance the ability of1 M. Yunus: “Halving poverty by 2015: we can actually make it happen”, Commonwealth Lecture 20032 Page 13.506.9 E.g., issues like curriculum development, quality assurance and accreditation, mobility and recognition of titles, joined curricula,international dimension, ethics, ethics and gender issues in

Conference Session

Collaborative & New Efforts in Engineering Education

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas Jewell, Union College

Tagged Divisions

International

ofmeeting our goal of 100% eligible participation. Engineering exchanges are an excellent way to prepare our graduates to compete in theglobal engineering marketplace. They will gain independence, and will be better able tounderstand and work with other cultures. Students will learn another culture’s language ofengineering, including engineering philosophy, approach, and ethics. A wide range ofengineering exchanges will allow students more flexibility in finding programs that meet theirpersonal, professional, and academic goals. Engineering exchanges allow students more complete immersion in the host countryculture, to include the engineering culture. Many international programs are conducted by specialinstitutes that cater to students

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability” and (h) “thebroad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global,economic, environmental, and societal context”).Proposed Project ImpactThe primary impact of this project will be exemplary materials both on how to incorporate leanand green concepts into student learning. All our seniors are given an exit survey where they ratetheir level of confidence in areas such as engineering design principles, teamwork, and socio-economic context in which engineering is practiced. We will add an additional question to thissurvey where students are asked about their confidence in knowledge about sustainability issues.This will provide a baseline of existing

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Poster Session

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Mativo, The University of Georgia; Nadia Kellam, University of Georgia

Tagged Divisions

Mechanical Engineering

% of the totalcurriculum). While these are called electives, they are actually very prescriptive. The electivesconsist of a history elective, a freshman elective, an ethics elective, a technical elective, liberalarts elective, fine arts elective, and three mechanical engineering electives.How responsive was the engineering curriculum and accreditation requirements to cultural andsocietal changes during this time period?In America, the industrial age continued to depart as the information age became dominant andglobalization became a way of life. Along with this change, a complete overhaul of theaccreditation requirements, resulting in ample opportunity for curricular to change as well. Theaccreditation requirements EC 2000 are much more

Conference Session

Course-Based Approaches to Entrepreneurship

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jonathan Weaver, University of Detroit Mercy; Nassif Rayess, University of Detroit Mercy

Tagged Divisions

Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

market identification/target market MY market capacity profit potential MY branding and logo promotion product identification economies of scale franchising Sales Teaming leadership RG trust team dynamics JS team communication Ethics inventory control design for manufacturing JS staffing

Conference Session

Assessment

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Patrick Terenzini, The Pennsylvania State University; Lisa Lattuca, Pennsylvania State University; Matthew Ohland, Purdue Engineering Education; Russell Long, Purdue University

Tagged Divisions

Educational Research and Methods

items assessing theability to design and carry out an experiment; alpha =. 89), 3) engineering skills (four itemsassessing abilities to use engineering tools and skills in practice; alpha = .94), 4) design andproblem-solving (a six-item scale assessing students ability to solve open-ended problems anddesign solutions; alpha = .92), 5) communications skills (four items measuring abilities toconvey ideas in writing, verbally, and in graphs; alpha = .86), 6) group skills (three itemsassessing the ability to work with others; alpha = . 86), 7) knowledge of societal and globalissues (a five-item scale measuring awareness and understanding of societal contexts andcontemporary issues; alpha = .92), 8) ethics and professionalism (five items

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Technology Curriculum

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

management, communication, Page 13.880.3and professional and ethical responsibility5.Although our mission, objectives, and outcomes are well defined, changes in the U.S. economyhave led to a greater diversification of employers seeking our graduates. To effectively supportthis diversification of employment opportunities, continuously improve the MET program, andenable the program to produce graduates capable of succeeding in the future, all aspects of thecurrent MET program were re-evaluated. With the mission, objectives, and outcomes providingdirection, the MET curriculum committee at MSU, with the support of all constituents of theprogram

Conference Session

Improving the Teaching Skills of Graduate Students

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Maura Borrego, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Tagged Divisions

Graduate Studies

andphysical objects; scientific computation; algorithm development, computer implementation andapplication; documentation; ethics; and professionalism. This course also introduces the various Page 13.237.3engineering majors to aid in major selection. Topics included in the second semester designcourse are: the engineering design cycle; patent application and search; basic projectmanagement; written and oral communications; computer assisted design and analysis; graphicscommunication; and working in a team environment. The second semester digital courseincludes: the engineering design cycle; patent application and search; basic project management

Conference Session

Assessing the Efficacy of Non-traditional Programs

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lanny Griffin; Daniel Walsh, California Polytechnic State University; Robert Crockett, California Polytechnic State University; Robert Szlavik, California Polytechnic State University

Tagged Divisions

Continuing Professional Development

biomedical engineering knowledge in an ethical and responsible manner to the benefit ofhumanity. We feel that the participation of DL students from industrial sites serves as a key Page 13.142.3component to assure that these guarantees are satisfied.Furthermore, we believe that the DL students help our faculty contribute to furthering theaspirations of all biomedical engineering students while developing and sustaining anenvironment where they can achieve their professional goals. In fact, our experience has shownthat developing and sustaining a DL master’s program helps attract support from federal, state,and industrial partners.Strategic Basis for

Conference Session

Measuring Success of Graduate Program Components

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gerald Crain, University of Oklahoma; James Sluss, University of Oklahoma; Monte Tull, University of Oklahoma; Samuel Lee, University of Oklahoma

Tagged Divisions

Graduate Studies

” c) learn to communicate with the public and other scholars regarding knowledge, outcomes, standards, products, ethics and behaviors”3) Demonstrate evidence a) learn to engage in intellectual discourse with others in theof Scholarly Study” discipline b) learn to identify and to acquire specialized knowledge needed for particular applications” c) learn to organize core knowledge, strategies, collegial associations and intellectual processes to solve problems”The faculty and the program administration combine to strategically implement the secondObjective. The Director, the Graduate Committee and

Conference Session

Mechanics Education Programs and Projects

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

Tagged Divisions

Mechanics

– 30th September, Sydney, Australia.20. http://ethics.tamu.edu/ethics/hyatt/hyatt2.htm, last visited on January 16, 2008.21. Darmofal, D.L., Soderholm, D.H. and Brodeur, D.R., 2002, “Using concept maps and concept questions toenhance conceptual understanding,” Proceedings of 32nd ASEE/IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference. Page 13.845.13

Conference Session

Engineering Accreditation Around the World

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Deborah Wolfe, Engineers Canada; Phil Alexander, University of Windsor

Tagged Divisions

International

on a national basis, that the highest standards of engineeringeducation, professional qualifications and ethical conduct are in place.In addition to being the voice of its constituent members in national and international affairs,Engineers Canada establishes national policies, positions and guidelines on behalf of theengineering profession. It also promotes greater understanding of the nature, role andcontribution of engineering to society, and undertakes federal government relations and nationalmedia relations on behalf of, and in consultation with, its constituent members.The Engineers Canada’s policy setting and governing body is the Engineers Canada Board ofDirectors on which there is representation from each of Canada’s 12 licensing

Conference Session

Sustainability in AEC and AEC Education

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jason Kirby, University of Alabama at Birmingham; Hilal Ozcan, Prairie View A&M University; Fouad Fouad, University of Alabama at Birmingham

Tagged Divisions

Architectural

-establishedconsiderations such as ethics, economics, aesthetics, and structural integrity. Architecture andcivil engineering departments should take the lead and responsibility for promoting sustainabledevelopment, and the topic should be treated as a major consideration similar to protection of thepublic health and safety in design. Ultimately, the objective should be to graduate a new breedof design professionals (engineers and architects) who are knowledgeable of sustainable designand can integrate its concepts in real-world design projects.Diversity in Architectural Design and its Relation to SustainabilityIn recent years, the discipline of architecture has been impacted and reshaped most dramaticallyby two critical understandings: 1) the awareness of

Conference Session

FPD4 - Teaching Methods for First Year Students

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sean Brophy, Purdue University

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

identify a method for capturing the qualities of students’ learning and using it toguide the implementation of the instruction.MethodsNine learning modules have been constructed to introduce first year students to descriptivestatistics, function discovery, numerical analysis, teaming and ethics to name a few. This studyused a challenge involving a closed loop control system to introduce numerical analysis(maximum, minimum, roots of an equation) and review function discovery (e.g. linearregression, exponential relationships). The problem provides an excellent foundation to developa mathematical model of a system’s performance. The objective for the module is to usefunctional analysis tools in MATLAB on a mathematical model to predict when a maximum

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Capstone Design Projects

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yanfei Liu, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne (Eng); Jiaxin Zhao, Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne

Tagged Divisions

Multidisciplinary Engineering

. The ability of the students to formulate a problem statement. 2. The ability of the students to generate solutions (conceptual designs) and evaluate them. 3. The ability of the students to obtain a final design including safety, economic and ethical considerations. 4. The ability of the students to communicate effectively.In the end of the second semester, the similar assessment will be conducted by the facultymembers from the department and the local sponsors. The typical outcomes for the secondsemester senior design course will be as follows: 1. The ability of the students to build their design. 2. The ability of the students to test their design. 3. The ability of the students to evaluate their design. 4. The ability

Conference Session

Successful Outcomes of Student Entrepreneurship

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stuart Kellogg, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

Tagged Divisions

Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

Undergraduates Leave the Sciences, Westview, 1997.[2] Felder, R. M., and R. Brent, “Understanding Student Differences,” Journal of Engineering Education, vol. 94, no. 1, 57-72, January 2005.[3] Herrmann, N., The Creative Brain, The Ned Herrmann Group: Brain Books, 1995.[4] Tobias, S., They’re Not dumb, They’re Different, Research Corporation, 1990.[5] Lumsdaine, E. and M. Lumsdaine, Creative Problem Solving: Thinking Skills for a Changing World, 2nd ed., 1993.[6] Perry, W. G., Jr., Forms of Intellectual and Ethical Development in the College Years, Holt, Rinehart and Winston, Inc., New York, 1970.[7] King, P. M. and K. S. Kitchener, Developing Reflective Judgment, Jossey-Bass, San Francisco, 1994.[8

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Design in the Classroom

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Wesner, Carnegie Mellon University; Michael Bigrigg, Carnegie Mellon University

Tagged Divisions

Design in Engineering Education

agencies, non-profits, or university units. Pastprojects have been provided by such diverse sponsors as Eaton Cutler Hammer, Medrad, MineSafety Appliances, Westinghouse Electric, the American Respiratory Alliance, the U.S. FederalAviation Administration, the Carnegie Mellon Entertainment Technology Center, the CarnegieMellon Architecture Dept., and an individual alumnus who wanted to create a restaurant offeringthe “perfect Southern Barbecue”. The design tasks have ranged from devising a means for moreeasily giving injections to medical patients to simplifying the design of a unique computer gameconsole.As they work on their projects, student team members learn and then put into practice Teaming,Project Management, Product Realization, Ethics, and

Conference Session

International CIase Studies: Collabs, Exchanges & Interactions

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mean-Shang Chen, Central Michigan University; Albert Peng, Central Michgian University; Yanjia Sun, Central Michigan University

Tagged Divisions

International

.____________________________________________________Course Number of Credits_Marxist Philosophy* 2.5Introduction to Mao Zedong Thought* 2.5Introduction to Deng Xiaoping Theory* 2.5Marxist Political Economics* 2.5Morals and Ethics* 1.5Fundamentals of Law* 1.5Circumstances and Policy* 1University English I & II* 12Advanced English* 10.5Physical Education I, II, III & IV* 2Advanced Mathematics I, II 10University Physics I & II