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Charles U. Okonkwo

1IntroductionThe promise of hydrogen as a fuel for automobile and jet propulsion engine has sparkedinterest in hydrogen production. This opinion is shared by Marr (1). Steam methanereforming (SMR) is the method of hydrogen production described in this study.According to Rosen and Scott (2), it is one of the most important industrial processes forhydrogen production today. Rosen and Scott (1) describe the status of SMR process to bea mature technology. Though the process involves both exothermic and endothermicreactions, the net reaction is endothermic. The energy required to promote the reaction issupplied by heat from the exhaust of an automobile engine and a built-in heater inside thereactor that can be turned off and on. The MET 494 students have

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by the Hyper Text Transfer Protocol (HTTP) and relatedtechnologies. Among its notable characteristics is its ability to easily link together several relateddocuments, which may reside at sites that are physically distant. A List Server works incooperation with an electronic post office. It provides the capability of creating a globallyaccessible mailing list to which interested parties may subscribe without requiring any action onthe part of the list owner. These two tools have been used to enhance the presentation anddistribution of the course materials at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown.Discussion"Problem Solving in C" is a required course in the Electrical Engineering Technology curriculumat Pitt-Johnstown. It is the current

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John R. Williams; Dr. Martin Pike

is not a one time activity. Since people, institutions, and newfaculty change and grow the plan should be periodically evaluated and updated. A good time forthis is during the annual review with the department head.John Williams is Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology at Purdue University. He holds aB.S.M.E. degree from Rose Hulman Institute of Technology and an M.S.E. degree from Purdue University. Hejoined Purdue University after 34 years of service with the Allison Gas Turbine Division of General Motors. He is aRegistered Professional Engineer in the State of Indiana and is a member of ASEE, and ASME.MARTIN PIKE is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology at Purdue University at Kokomo.He has over

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fabricated, or even to fabricate specimens themselves,followed by microstructural characterization, such as optical, scanning and transmission electronmicroscopy, or even AFM, and thermomechanical testing, such as tensile, flexural, or even creepevaluation, further followed by mechanics analyses, and therefore, having an overallunderstanding of technologically important engineering materials, such as CMCs? Moreover,can they design structural components using CMCs? The answers to the above questions are Page 2.98.2probably not affirmative at most educational institutions. 2 In the CRCD program, the

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industry such as refiningand steel making, research the prevailing technology and move up the pollution prevention ladderbeginning with process substitution, to recycle, to end of the pipe treatment, to ZED. The studentsdefine what ZED means in the industry selected and determine the costs and benefits.Interestingly, students find that ZED is both technologically achievable and not unreasonablycostly. Students also figure out that there are multiple paths to ZED, depending on the mix oftactics. The process of conceptualizing sophisticated technologies as processes and systemsintegrates their knowledge base in environmental engineering, and provides a realistic basis forsetting and achieving the highest goals. Lastly, the students are prepared to

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Simeon Slayton; Ratan Kumar

Session 2633 Construction of a solar collector for domestic usage Ratan Kumar and Simeon Slayton Department of Engineering Technology University of North Texas, Denton, TX 76203 AbstractThe following paper discusses the design of a solar collector that can be used for domesticpurposes. The goal is to build a long life, low maintenance, economically feasible solar collectorthat can be manufactured from off-the-shelf products requiring little fabrication. This collectorwill be used as part of a residential heating system

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Murali Krishnamurthi

technology-oriented fieldswill not truly reflect the multicultural make-up of our society. Considering the projectedstatistics on the composition of the future work force, it is imperative that educational institutionsimprove their science and engineering curricula to address gender equity and multicultural issuesand help students experience, understand, and appreciate the benefits of the same before joiningthe work force [1].The following were some of the concerns expressed to the author at the 1996 ASEE conferenceby some engineering faculty about addressing gender equity and multicultural issues in theircurricula: (1) gender equity and multicultural issues appear to be more suited for addressing inthe liberal arts curricula than the science and

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Daniel Davis

an overall view of project requirements and a comprehensive view of specificarchitectural and engineering techniques and technologies.1Pedagogical studies have demonstrated that a case study approach to architectural andengineering education provides a greater understanding of design projects.2 Using a real projectas a case study, the Mount Pleasant Corporate Center3 in Valhalla, New York, this paper willdemonstrate how a design team navigates the process, responds to challenges, and progressesfrom the original idea to the final reality. Few projects follow the classic procedure mentionedabove. “Stuff” happens and the design team must be prepared to react, make choices, solveproblems and on occasion lead the design in a totally new direction

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F. C. 'Ted' Weston

theproduction/operations management department, also college of business.IntroductionApproximately in 1986, a graduate course focusing on MRP II was restructured to focus on themore functional aspects of computer integrated manufacturing or CIM. The course was intendedto be of interest to students from business, engineering, and industrial sciences. Within business,interest was strongest with students from computer information systems (CIS), and MBAs withan interest in manufacturing, quality, and/or technology management. Mechanical engineeringand industrial technology were the two areas outside business most frequently represented afterCIS and MBAs. The course was offered at the ‘500’ level meaning both undergraduate andgraduate students may take the

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capacities. At the Royal MilitaryCollege of Canada (RMC), CSE is an integral part of the Chemical and MaterialsEngineering program in the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering. Page 2.206.1 Session 32132. Motivation for a Computer Based Corrosion CourseThe main motivation for exploring a course of this nature is for distance learningapplications, and more specifically, the potential of utilizing computer technology as adistance learning medium. The advantages and disadvantages of computer based learning(CBL) and more conventional education techniques have been presented in

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Lang-Wah Lee; Tamer Ceylan

drive the learning, ASEE Prism, Oct.,1996. pp.30- 36.3. Woods,D., Problem-based learning: how to gain the most from PBL, Mcmaster University.4. Hodge,B.K., Analysis and design of energy systems, 2nd edition, Prentice Hall, 1990.Biographical InformationLang Wah Lee Dr. Lee is a professor of mechanical engineering at theUniversity of Wisconsin-Platteville. He received his M.S. degree(1972) from California Institute of Technology and Ph.D. degree(1975) from the University of Wyoming. Phone: (608) 342-1437, e-mail: lee@uwplatt.eduTamer Ceylan Dr.Ceylan is the chair and professor of the Mechanical andIndustrial Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. He received his M.S. (1976) and Ph.D. (1979) degreesin mechanical

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Sr., Buck F. Brown; Jr., Buck F. Brown

Valley Educational Alliance includes Indiana State University, IVY TECH State College—Terre Page 2.327.1Haute, Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service—Vigo County, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology,Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Vigo County Public Schools, and Vincennes University.reform in engineering, technology, mathematics, and science education. A proposal written tothe Advanced Technological Education program of NSF was subsequently funded for threeyears, starting in September of 1995. This paper describes the basic tenants of problem-based education and the educationaltheory behind it. Next, it provides some ideas

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picture.These teaching strategies are fundamental to the implementation of the InfrastructureMaterials module in any classroom. In order for students to learn about engineering, inthis case infrastructure engineering, students must do some of the engineeringthemselves. It is not enough to read about it in a book. The students must be activelyengaged in questions, in observation, in prediction, in experimentation, and in design.The purpose of this module is not to prepare future engineers and scientists only. Allpeople in our society need to have these skills to function in and around technology. Inmaking informed decisions about issues from nuclear power to building a house, allcitizens must be able to interpret and reason clearly about data. This

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Robert L. Reid; Bruce D. Hoeppner

boat race, similar to the solar car races but with internationalcollegiate entries, was presented to the Solar Energy Division of ASME. The idea had alsobeen mentioned to George Ettenheim, President of Advanced Energy Competitions who hadorganized and produced the 1990 solar car race sponsored by General Motors. Page 2.201.1Sun Warrior, 1991-92 In 1991-92, seventeen Marquette engineering students built Sun Warrior utilizingthe hulls from a catamaran racing sailboat and sixteen commercially available solar panels. Theboat first raced in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Minneapolis race was called Minnesolar '92 and was loosely organized as an

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PRINCIPAL STRESS = -0.6683470E+05 IN CUBE NO 1782 MAXIMUM SHEAR STRESS = 0.5145041E+05 IN CUBE NO 1782 MAXIMUM VONMISES VALUE = 0.8937632E+05 IN CUBE NO 1782DEREK MORRISONDerek is a senior MET student at Purdue University Calumet and a McNair scholar. He formerly worked for IBM.He has presented three papers at the ASEE Illinois-Indiana Section meeting.GREGORY P. NEFFGregory Neff is an associate professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology at Purdue University Calumet. He isa Registered Professional Engineer, a Certified Manufacturing Engineer, a Certified Manufacturing Technologist,and a Certified Senior Industrial Technologist. Greg is active in ASEE where he was one of the winners of theMeryl K. Miller award in 1994 and in SME where he is

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-by-step instructions • Visualization of what should see • Emphasize why and an overview picture • Require completion of quizzes to re-enforce knowledge • Use interactively to engage students and allow experimentation • Use prior to starting laboratory Figure 2. Screen shot of the CBT♦ Develop a search engine and/or key word designing process using Authorware reference table • To use to find just the one piece of information needed (on-line help)♦ Add extra information on industrial electronics fabrication methods for background knowledge

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Michael A. Magill

Engineering Mechanics conceptswhile also stimulating interest and enthusiasm. These devices were developed for undergraduateengineering technology students but they are equally valuable for engineering students. Most ofthese models are inexpensive or can be constructed easily.INTRODUCTIONDynamics is one of the more difficult courses that engineering and engineering technologystudents encounter during their undergraduate study. As a result, mechanics instructors are tryingcontinually to find or develop techniques that enhance student learning. One of the greatestchallenges is creating student interest and enthusiasm. It is well known that students learn moreand work harder when they are interested in a topic. A good technique for breaking themonotony

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Engineering Mechanicsconcepts while also stimulating interest and enthusiasm. These devices were developed forundergraduate engineering technology students but they are equally valuable for engineeringstudents. Most of these models are inexpensive or can be constructed easily.INTRODUCTIONDynamics is one of the more difficult courses that engineering and engineering technologystudents encounter during their undergraduate study. As a result, mechanics instructors are tryingcontinually to find or develop techniques that enhance student learning. One of the greatestchallenges is creating student interest and enthusiasm. It is well known that students learn moreand work harder when they are interested in a topic. A good technique for breaking themonotony

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Sheng-Hsien (Gary) Teng

The common requirements for manufacturing engineers are the ability to react to theproblems quickly, their knowledge on the state-of-the-art technology, their ability to gatherinformation for problem solving, their ability to manage a project, and their communication skillsin coordinating activities and selling the improvement ideas. Lankard discussed three importantthings for students to obtain a job [1]. Basic skills provide students with job-keeping andinterpersonal skills. Technical skills allow students handle technology used on the job.Apprenticeship builds the bridge between school learned knowledge and the real-world work.Grossman and Blitzer suggested strategies for career survival which include an action plan,motivation, the

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Shivakumar Raman; P. Simin Pulat; Hank Grant; Bob L. Foote; Adedeji B. Badiru

research in this area iscurrently supported by funding from the AT&T Foundation (Manufacturing Technology GrantsProgram), The Oklahoma Center for Integrated Design and Manufacturing (OCIDM), and anNSF Integration Engineering grant.The research work on this project has been largely conceptual and exploratory. Consequently, itis just now reaching the point where widespread dissemination into engineering education andpractice is on the horizon. In the past, technology transfer has occurred through publication injournals and presentations at national and international conferences. While we take pride in ourpast accomplishments in basic research, we will not consider our efforts complete until we seelarge number of practicing engineers routinely

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John G. Nee

and Engineering Technology at Central Michigan University,JOHN N. NEE earned his doctorate from the University of Minnesota. His teaching experience includes 31 years atthe community college, technical institute, and university levels. Nee has had articles published in more than 100publications; he has also published four textbooks and numerous book chapters in engineering technology.ne96hb Page 2.136.4

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Matthew Hayes; David Pittner; Bryon Formwalt; Daniel J. Pack

Session 3232 Undergraduate Research: How can it be made effective? Bryon Formwalt, Matthew Hayes, David Pittner, and Daniel Pack Department of Electrical Engineering United States Air Force Academy AbstractThis paper discusses the cost and the benefit involved in undergraduate researchobserved by three undergraduate students and one professor in the Department ofElectrical Engineering at the United States Air Force Academy. The three students areseniors who are participating in a year long independent research study course withprojects related to

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experiments also help the student to develop powers of observation and reportingas well as teach them something about the corrosion process.References1. Brown, Theodore L., et. al., Chemistry: the central science, 5th edition, Prentice-Hall, 1991, pg. 733.2. Budinski, Kenneth G., Engineering materials: properties and selection, 5th edition, Prentice-Hall, 1996, pg.423.3. Brown, Theodore L., op. cit. pg. 121.4. Budinski, Kenneth g., op. cit. pg. 4215. Dalton, William K., The technology of metallurgy, Macmillan Publishing Company, 1994, pg. 307.6. Budinski, Kenneth G., op. cit., pg. 423.7. Fellers, William O., Materials science, testing and properties for technicians, Prentice-Hall, 1990, pg. 152-153.John Williams is Assistant Professor of Mechanical

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application of the material.It has been used in other courses to summarize the way forward, develop course objectives, andsummarize the course at the end of the term. The method is applicable any time the relationshipbetween current course material and its application in the course or the profession is required. Itworks! Try it for yourself.REFERENCES:1. Cengel, Y. A. and Boles, M. A., Thermodynamics: An Engineering Approach, Second Edition, McGraw-Hill,Inc., 1994.2. Lumsdaine, E. and Lumsdaine, M., Creative Problem Solving: Thinking Skills for a Changing World, McGraw-Hill, Inc., 1995.DR. JERRY SAMPLES is Professor of Engineering and Director of Engineering Technology at the University ofPittsburgh at Johnstown. He holds a BS ChE from Clarkson

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Vincent Allen; Bruce E. Segee; Scott C. Dunning

SEGEE received a PhD in Engineering from the University of New Hampshire in 1992. He has been anassistant professor of electrical and computer engineering at the University of Maine since that time. At theUniversity of Maine he heads the Instrumentation Research Laboratory, an organization dedicated to research andteaching involving instrumentation and automation. Work in the lab includes the use of PC’s, PLC’s, and embeddedcontrollers for instrumentation, automation, and networking. Work also includes the use of fuzzy logic and artificialneural networks.SCOTT C. DUNNING is an Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering Technology at the University of Maine,Orono, Maine. He teaches undergraduate courses in electrical machinery and power

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Susan M. Lord

Session 1526 Undergraduate Optoelectronics Laboratories Susan M. Lord Bucknell UniversityABSTRACTThis Instrumentation and Laboratory Improvement project focuses on providing undergraduateswith experience in optoelectronics, an important multidisciplinary technology. AnOptoelectronics Laboratory facility has been established at Bucknell University. This enabledthe development of laboratory experiments for first-year students and for juniors, seniors, andmasters students in an elective course.A laboratory experiment was performed by 215 first year engineering and

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. Bottom line, our experience, supported by student and sponsorfeedback, is that the use of these projects is worth the gray hair they cause.References:(1) Freckleton, “Graduate Level Training in DFM for’ the Practicing Engineer”. SecondInternational Conference on DFM/DFA, Newport RI, 1987(2) Boothroyd G., Dewhurst P., Knight W., “Product Design for Manufacture and Assembly,”Dekker, 1994(3) Boothroyd Dewhurst Inc, Wakefield RI, G. Boothroyd recently retired for URI P. Dewhurst isat URI, Recommended PC have minimum of : 486,16mb RAM, 12 Mb available Hard DiskSpace, and Windows 3.11 or 95.(4) SEER DFM Software, G.A. SEER Technologies, Division of Galorath Assoc, Los Angeles,Web Site :http://www.gaseer.com(5) Freckleton, “The Tip-A-Can Project” ASEE

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Sandra L. Doty; Dr. Kathryn A. Svinarich; Cynthia Finelli

componentsof the ERG. We intend to apply techniques commonly employed in engineering and physics (yetuncommon in biology) to analyze the metabolic dependence of the electric potentials of ERG’s inisolated rat retinas. We plan to be trained in the technologies and methodologies used in retinalelectrophysiology research. At this early stage of the project, we are spending time in the lab learning the subtletiesentailed in recording ERG’s in animals, the elctrophysiology of the retina, and the biochemistryinvolved in the visual process. Being proficient with electronic technology and computerprogramming, we have upgraded the ERG recording scheme from a 1960’s strip chart recordersystem to a state-of-the-art digital oscilloscope with a front-end

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Byron Winn; Peter Martin; Scott C. Dunning

Report for the Industrial Assessment Center Program”, RutgersUniversity Press, 1996BiographySCOTT C. DUNNING is an Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering Technology at the Universityof Maine, Orono, Maine. He teaches undergraduate courses in electrical machinery and powersystems. He received the BSEE and MSEE from the University of Maine. He is a licensedprofessional engineer in the state of Maine. He is currently Chairman for the Executive Committee ofthe Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers in Maine (IEEE) and a Member of the AmercanSociety for Engineering Education(ASEE). Page 2.491.6

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John G. Nee

Session 3648 Cooperative Internship Agreement: Innovation In Developing Agreements Via Institutional Grants John G. Nee Central Michigan UniversityThe Department of Industrial and Engineering Technology, recognizing that there are importantelements of industry which can not adequately be taught within the four walls of classrooms orlaboratories at the University, has established internship experiences. The Industrial Internship isdesigned to provide on-the-job experiences supervised by successful practitioners. Theinternship directly contributes