Conference Session

Engineering and Mathematics Potpourri

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Murray Teitell, DeVry University, Long Beach

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Mathematics

AC 2009-1120: TEACHING ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY STUDENTS TODEVELOP GENETIC ALGORITHMS FOR THE DESIGN OF ENERGY SYSTEMSMurray Teitell, DeVry University, Long Beach Page 14.1133.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Teaching Engineering and Technology Students to Develop Genetic Algorithms for the Design of Energy SystemsIntroduction Delivering the energy required by industry and the consumer at a reasonable price is a majorproblem facing the United States and the international community. The United States needs acomprehensive plan to meet its energy needs for the next 50 years. Popular goals are focused onlimiting energy consumption

Conference Session

Computers and Software in Teaching Mathemathetics

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jenna Carpenter, Louisiana Tech University

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Mathematics

AC 2009-586: USING WEB-BASED TECHNOLOGIES TO REACH AND ENGAGEMILLENNIAL STUDENTS IN CALCULUSJenna Carpenter, Louisiana Tech University Page 14.1337.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Using Web-based Technologies to Reach and Engage Millennial Students in CalculusAbstractToday’s college-aged students are classified as millennials (born between the years of 1974 and1994). Several characteristics of this population make web-based technologies attractive toolsfor reaching and engaging students. Millennials are classified as both digital natives andexperiential learners. Moreover, in the area of personality, these students are

Conference Session

Bridging the Gap and Freshman Programs

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nelson Baker, Georgia Institute of Technology; Marion Usselman, Georgia Institute of Technology; Thomas Morley, Georgia Institute of Technology; Rick Clark, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Mathematics

AC 2009-1225: CALCULUS AT A DISTANCE: BRINGING ADVANCEDMATHEMATICS TO HIGH-SCHOOL STUDENTS THROUGH DISTANCELEARNINGNelson Baker, Georgia Institute of Technology Nelson Baker, Georgia Institute of Technology Dr. Nelson C. Baker is the Vice Provost for Distance Learning and Professional Education (DLPE) and a faculty member in Civil and Environmental Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. Nelson received his B.S. in civil engineering from Georgia Tech, and his M.S. and Ph.D. in civil engineering from Carnegie Mellon. His work focuses on educational learning tools and student learning, faculty usage, and assessment of these techniques for instruction and

Conference Session

Innovative Instructional Strategies

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elton Graves, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

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Mathematics

courses, and some upper division mathematics coursesstudents are often presented with concepts that can be demonstrated with “hands on”demonstrations similar to those done in the chemistry, physics, or engineering class.Unfortunately, with the improvement of computer technology and the internet, some of thesedemonstrations have been relegated to a “show and tell” time for students to watch computeranimation or downloaded videos. Still others believe such demonstrations are too timeconsuming or do not “add value” to the course. They may also believe that the apparatus used inthese demonstrations is expensive. In this paper we will show several demonstrations that havebeen successfully used to help reinforce the mathematical concepts that the

Conference Session

Integrating Math, Science, and Engineering

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Paul Kauffmann, East Carolina University; Michael Bosse, East Carolina University

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Mathematics

AC 2009-716: AN EXAMINATION OF ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS COURSESPaul Kauffmann, East Carolina University Paul J. Kauffmann is Professor and Chair in the Department of Engineering at East Carolina University. His industry career included positions as Plant Manager and Engineering Director. Dr. Kauffmann received a BS degree in Electrical Engineering and MENG in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech. He received his Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from Penn State and is a registered Professional Engineer in Virginia and North Carolina.Michael Bosse, East Carolina University Michael J. Bossé is an associate professor in the Department of Mathematics, Science, and Instructional Technology

Conference Session

Engineering and Mathematics Potpourri

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Athanasios Tsalatsanis, University of South Florida; Ali Yalcin, University of South Florida; Autar Kaw, University of South Florida

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Mathematics

technologies, integrating research in classroom, thermal stresses, computational mechanics, and mechanics of nonhomogeneous nanolayers. Page 14.218.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 APPLICATION OF EMERGING KNOWLEDGE DISCOVERY METHODS IN ENGINEERING EDUCATIONAbstractThe purpose of this study is to investigate the application of emerging knowledge discoverymethodologies in analyzing student profiles to predict the performance of a student in a course.Knowledge discovery is the research area concerned with analyzing existing information andextracting implicit, previously unknown, hidden and

Conference Session

Mathematics: Recruitment and Retention

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sabina Jeschke, University of Stuttgart; Ndjeka Manya

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Mathematics

AC 2009-2471: THE ROLE AND POTENTIAL OF VISUALIZATION IN THEMATHEMATICAL EDUCATION OF ENGINEERSSabina Jeschke, University of Stuttgart Institute of Information Technology Services, sabina.jeschke@rus.uni-stuttgart.deNdjeka Esther Manya, Berlin University of Technology (TU Berlin) Institute of Mathematics, manya@math.tu-berlin.de Page 14.1248.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009

Conference Session

Computers and Software in Teaching Mathemathetics

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Marilyn Reba, Clemson University

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Mathematics

AC 2009-141: INTERACTIVE INSTRUCTION, REMEDIATION, AND RESEARCHINMarilyn Reba, Clemson University Page 14.781.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Interactive Instruction, Remediation, and Research in Freshman Calculus via Pen-Technology and Web-based SoftwareAbstract Too many students in Freshman Calculus are unprepared for the pace at which new conceptsare introduced, are unable to implement prerequisite Algebra skills, and are unwilling to seekanswers to their questions in front of their classmates. We report on how the Department ofMathematical Sciences at Clemson University, through a

Conference Session

Bridging the Gap and Freshman Programs

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sabina Jeschke, University of Stuttgart; Akiko Kato, Technische Universitaet Berlin; Olivier Pfeiffer, Technische Universitaet Berlin; Erhard Zorn, Technische Universitaet Berlin

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Mathematics

Sciences and director of the MuLF Center (Multimedia Center for Media in Education and Research at Berlin University of Technology (TU Berlin). Starting in 2001, her Berlin group has been a driving force behind the development of multimedia technologies at the university, implementing multimedia educational elements in the education of undergraduate students, in particular for engineering students. In May 2007, Sabina Jeschke has taken over a full professorship for Technology Services at the University of Stuttgart and is also acting as scientific and executive director (CEO) of the of Information Technologies of the University of Stuttgart. Additionally, she holds a co-professorship at the

Conference Session

Bridging the Gap and Freshman Programs

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Seung Youn Chyung, Boise State University; Janet Callahan, Boise State University; Doug Bullock, Boise State University; Kendra Bridges, Boise State University; Joanna Guild, Boise State University; Cheryl Schrader, Boise State University

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Mathematics

first computergeneration of mainframes during the 1960s and 1970s, and throughout the second generation ofdesktop computers and the third generation of the Internet and the World Wide Web during the1980s and 1990s.1 E-learning is especially ideal for individualized instruction. In contrast to one-to-many classroom learning, web technologies can help adjust the pace, sequence, and method ofinstruction to better fit each individual student’s learning behavior and needs. Presently, e-learning is deeply integrated into school curricula to facilitate learning,2 and a fair amount ofliterature discusses that traditional science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) educationcan be greatly benefited by incorporating e-learning strategies.3, 4, 5, 6

Conference Session

Mathematics: Recruitment and Retention

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michael Georgiopoulos, University of Central Florida; Cynthia Young, University of Central Florida; Cherie Geiger, University of Central Florida; Scott Hagen, University of Central Florida; Chris Parkinson, University of Central Florida; Alison Morrison-Shetlar, University of Central Florida; Tace Crouse, University of Central Florida; Paula Krist, University of Central Florida; Pat Lancey, University of Central Florida; Melissa Dagley-Falls, University of Central Florida; Pat Ramsey, University of Central Florida; Dahlia Forde, University of Central Florida; Anna Koufakou, University of Central Florida

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Mathematics

the prestigious induction into the Space Technology Hall of Fame in 2007. She has published over 45 journal articles and reviewed proceedings and presented at over 100 conferences and institutions. She served as the President of the Florida Academy of Sciences for three years and as Associate Chair of the Chemistry Department at UCF for over three years.Scott Hagen, University of Central Florida Scott C. Hagen received his Ph.D. in 1998 from the University of Notre Dame, where he studied under Joannes J. Westerink. Dr. Hagen is presently an Associate Professor of Civil Engineering at the University of Central Florida and is a registered Professional Engineer with the State of

Conference Session

Computers and Software in Teaching Mathemathetics

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ali Farahani, National University, San Diego

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Mathematics

AC 2009-1781: USE OF PYTHON IN TEACHING DISCRETE MATHEMATICSAli Farahani, National University, San Diego Page 14.1303.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 USE OF PYTHON IN TEACHING DISCRETE MATHEMATICS Alireza Farahani, Ronald P. Uhlig School of Engineering and Technology, National University, 11255 North Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla, California, U.S.A.Abstract:Discrete structures class is among the foundational classes in computer science since it includesmaterials that are highly pervasive in other areas of computer science such as data structures