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David B. Beyer

. A solid core of mathematics and science, development of oral andwritten communications skills, social science, and humanities are incorporated into the program.ProcedureThis curriculum will be implemented in a project-centered approach, in a facility best describedas a studio environment. There is to be no differentiation between lecture, recitation, andlaboratory. Projects and activities will be the vehicle of instruction as opposed to the standardlecture and separate laboratory. All activities associated with a course will be conducted in thesame room. The room will have computer terminals and equipment available for anyconstruction or assembly required for projects. The core technical support topics of mathematics,science, and

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N. Yu; Peter K. Liaw

Laboratory(ORNL) and industrial companies, such as DuPont, 3M/Delta G, B. F. Goodrich, Amercom,Refractory Composites and B. P. Chemicals Ltd. The CFCCs are being recognized as necessaryfor high-temperature structural applications. The pertinent applications include heat exchangers,combustors, hot gas filters and boiler components in power generation systems, and first wallsand high heat flux surfaces in fusion reactors. The technology for fabrication, characterization,modeling, design, and applications of ceramic composites is of crucial importance for improvingU.S. industrial competitiveness in the worldwide market. A three-year project on "Ceramic Matrix Composites - A Combined Research-CurriculumDevelopment (CRCD) Program" has been supported

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Ronald W. Smith; Robert Bowman; Carole M. Mablekos

increasing phenomenon), investing in higher levels of training will be essential toassure that skilled technician mentors will be available for training future entry level workers.Modularized Curriculum Offerings. PRIDE approached these needs by first undertaking ageneral evaluation of manufacturing-related content already developed at all four colleges.Courses with a significant degree of technology content were then placed in "modules" of threeto seven related courses focused around a specific manufacturing skill, which could then beoffered as "PRIDE Certificates." The consortium could offer a very broad spectrummanufacturing courses and laboratories drawn from their collective curricula. Appropriatecourses were modularized into groups of three to

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Kenneth Belanus; John Hartin

of data pointsacquired strongly influence the resolution of frequencies and their amplitudes in the spectracalculated for a signal. The use of simple laboratory structures for which experimental andanalytical frequencies are readily obtained enhances the understanding of vibrations, datasampling, and interpretation of Fourier analysis results. Since structural vibrations may produceclosely spaced harmonics, an understanding of the presented method is critical for a prioridetermination of frequency resolution.Introduction Much can be learned about the characteristics of a vibrating structure by experimentaldetermination of dynamic strains or kinematics. Often, extremely high loads can exist due toimpact loading or excitation of a

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James R. Sherrard

they would not run, program budgets were based on FTEstudent populations not need, etc. The results were quick and predictable: numerous and diversetechnical elective courses effectively disappeared; multiple course offerings at differing times werereduced to a single course section; the Dean of Technology position was eliminated; and necessaryfunding for laboratory maintenance/upgrade and professional development needs was sharplyreduced. With fewer technology course/laboratory offerings and inconvenient/conflicting time slots,technical enrollment again decreased. Entry level technical employment had stabilized and evenslightly increased as fewer graduates were being produced. With the effect of supply-and-demandfor technology graduates now

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Tamie Veith; John E. Kobza; Mario G. Beruvides; C. Patrick Koelling

Session 2457 Session 2457 MULTIMEDIA APPLICATION ON THE INTERNET C. Patrick Koelling*, John E. Kobza*, Tamie Veith*, Mario G. Beruvides+ *Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University/+Texas Tech UniversityBackgroundIn August 1995 the National Science Foundation, through SUCCEED (Southeastern Universityand College Coalition for Engineering Education), funded a project to develop and test amultimedia laboratory experience in work measurement and methods engineering. The primarypurpose was to evaluate the efficacy of the multimedia

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Saleh M. Sbenaty

“laboratory” instruments. In fact, an automated transformer-oil gas analysis system (TOGA) hasbeen developed for laboratory applications using a static headspace sampler and a capillary gaschromatograph15. With recent advancements in spectroscopy and vacuum systems, mass spectrometers havebecome increasingly compact, reliable, and sensitive16. They are now simpler to operate andmaintain and can be easily automated17. They have recently gained wide recognition from theindustry where they are used in process control and elemental analysis18.THE QUADRUPOLE MASS SPECTROMETER A mass spectrometer is an instrument that produces a stream of ions from the sample beinganalyzed, separates the ions into a spectrum according to their mass-to-charge ratios

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Richard S. Marleau; John Bollinger; Jeffrey Schowalter

the south end of this park-like area stands a dynamic piece of art, the Maquina, consisting of apair of what many of us see as large calipers standing the order of 25 ft. high and wide, whichinclude several arrays-of-nozzles and individual nozzles each fed through electrically controlledvalves. A photograph of this sculpture is presented in Figure 1. Figure 1 UW College of Engineering Maquina FountainThis structure and support equipment has become a very tantalizing and productive laboratoryenvironment in which our students carry out a wide range of design and development projects.From the original conception through construction completion, Dean John Bollinger saw thisfacility as a hands-on laboratory for the students and

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Robert George; Allen Soyster; John Lamancusa

Session 1463 Industry-Based Projects in Academia - What Works and What Doesn’t John Lamancusa, Allen Soyster, Robert George Penn State/Northeastern University/DuPontAbstractIn June of 1994, three universities and a national laboratory (Penn State, the University ofWashington, the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez, Sandia Labs) formed a partnership, underthe auspices of the Technology Reinvestment Program (TRP) of the Advanced Research ProjectsAgency (ARPA). This partnership focused on injecting a stronger manufacturing emphasis intothe engineering curriculum

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Tom Mase

. The current class is three-credit hours (based on a quarter system) which aredivided up into two credits engineering analysis and one credit engineering design. Aswith most three credit courses, this one meets for three hours per week. At GMI, the termis eleven-weeks long with one week added for final exams. In order to apportion theclass properly for the design credits, one hour per week is devoted exclusively to designprojects. The remaining two hours are conducted in a traditional lecture format withexams being taken from this part of the course. In the near future, a format that has two lecture periods per week (on separatedays) along with a two-hour laboratory period will be implemented. This is to remedy theneed for one-on-one

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Stephen J. Ressler; Colonel Kip P. Nygren; C. Conley

of concrete, and one where they designed a truss using the WEST POINT Page 2.93.3BRIDGE DESIGNER. This third workshop was set up in the Department’s Computer-Aided 3Figure 3. The Load Test Animation, showing a collapse caused by buckling of the top chord.Design Laboratory, equipped with 36 computer workstations. The time available for each groupwas limited to just 30 minutes. Within this available block of time, each group was given a verybrief introduction, then coached through the design of a simple (but sub-optimal) bridge design.After this 15 minute tutorial, the students were allowed to

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Sub Ramakrishnan; Mohammad B. Dadfar

Laboratory" ASEE Computers in Education Journal, Vol. IV, Number 1, January-March 1991, pp. 1-5.[2] Comer, Douglas, "Computer Networks and Internet," Prentice-Hall, 1997.[3] Dadfar, Mohammad and Evans, Stephen, "An Instructional Token Ring Model on the Macintosh Computer," ASEE Computers in Education Journal, Vol. IV, Number 1, January-March 1991, pp. 28-32.[4] Halsall, Fred, "Data Communications, Computer Networks and Open Systems," (Fourth Edition), Addison- Wesley, 1996.[5] Hughes, Larry, "Low-Cost Networks and Gateways for Teaching Data Communications," ACM SIGCSE Bulletin, Vol. 21, Number 1, February 1989, pp. 6-11.[6] Kamel, K. and Riehl, A., "An Instructional Model to Build a Computer Network by Adding

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Domingo Molina

used for teaching traditionally theoretical coursesin a laboratory setting. Student evaluations of the course indicated unanimously that theyenjoyed the hands-on experience and they felt that they assimilated a substantial amount ofnetworking knowledge. In addition, they obtained a valuable amount of hands-on networkexperience that gave them confidence in their networking abilities.Feedback from the Computer Science Department advisory board, consisting of communitybusiness members, stated that they feel that the students can be hired to be trained on other Page 2.15.4 4network operating

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Gerald R. Frederick; Benjamin Koo

laboratory equipment can result inshortened completion time and save financial resources required to create technologicalinnovations. However, the success of a university mission depends largely upon its facultyreward system. The multi-faceted duties of faculty need to be prioritized and rewarded accordingto contributions to the goals of the institution in this global environment for years to come.ENGINEERING SOCIETIES/INSTITUTES Engineering societies/institutes commonly promulgate standards and codes for generalpractice. These are important in design, construction, and manufacturing with regard to savingmaterial resources, improving quality control, achieving cost-effectiveness and providing safetyfor the users. They also sponsor regional

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K.A. Forland

sacrificed for increased machinability. Future studies will investigate the dimensional control of machined bars or otherspecimen geometries and the effects on part tolerances due to anisotropic processing methods,such as tape casting. In addition, since the GMI Powder Processing Laboratory is equipped witha stationary ultrasonic drill, different hole geometries, such as rectangles, can be cut in order tostudy further the dependence of hole tolerances on the porosity of pre-fired alumina. VI. Conclusions GMI students enrolled in Properties and Processing of Ceramics (IMSE 408) becomefamiliar with the mechanical properties of ceramic materials by machining them. Hence, theyalso gain

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Michael Khader

: the theoretical part includinganalysis of algorithms, data structures, and the fundamentals of the language --syntactically and lexically, and hands-on components that includes practical performanceof algorithms and data structure. Problem solving approaches are emphasized in both thepractical and theoretical components. Students are given a practical project that requiresmost of the materials covered in class and materials outside the class that need someundergraduate level research. The laboratory assignments provide for building blocksthat can be reused in the project. This structure of class materials forces the concept ofmodular design in applications development

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Thomas F. Hess; Shulin Chen; Robert F. Rynk; Larry G. King; Ann L. Kenimer

Environmental, and Chemical Engineeringdepartments.Because the course was intended to include theory and design based on a general foundation of Page 2.304.2soil science, biology, chemistry and mathematics, a senior-level designation was originallyanticipated. Upon discussion with the project members, the course has evolved to a moreflexible format. The main core course will be taken by the engineers and non-engineers alike,while an optional design laboratory will be available to engineers only. The separation of “hard”design into a laboratory section was thought to avoid undue complication and remedial learningthat would be necessary for students

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William Peterson

variety of vocational and technical courses and degrees utilizing thestate-of-the-art laboratory facilities (including drafting and CAD, machining, metallurgy,metrology, robotics and automation, and electronics) in its technology building.Muskegon Community College (MCC) was at the time in the process of completing a 95,000square foot building, the Higher Education Center (HEC), where three cooperating universities(including Western) were to offer upper division and graduate courses. MCC was (and is)extremely interested in expanding the upper division offerings from cooperating universities to Page 2.316.1better utilize the new facility and to offer

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John R. Williams; Dr. Martin Pike

. Eventually, it was up to me to shape the direction that my tenure path would take,accompanied by the advice and guidance of my associates and my department head. Even so, thepath has been difficult and the outcome is not yet decided.The ProcessIn the Purdue University School of Technology, it is a given that all faculty will teach, and willteach well. Course development, laboratory development, finding new ways to present material,preparation of auxiliary educational materials as well as grading all occupy considerable effort.Faculty must keep current on new developments in their course areas. At the same time, faculty Page 2.37.1must be working in

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John R. Williams

this process using classical electron flow.4 Electrolytes are usually liquids that conductelectricity, although certain solid oxides can act as electrolytes as well as some vapors5,6. It isimportant that the students understand all of these concepts in order to evaluate the results fromthe laboratory demonstration. The tie-in between cold work, anodes and cathodes is then made,describing how cold work simply creates large numbers of anodes and cathodes, which areessential for galvanic corrosion to occur. The anodes are the grain boundaries and the cathodesare the grains7. As the anodes are consumed, the grains and boundaries exchange roles, reversingthe polarity. This interchange continues until the entire material has been consumed. Since

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Patrick L. Walter

. Alpha Resources Technology Proposal Submission to Privatized Launch Systems, TCU, October 31, 1995.5. Final Alpha Resources Technology Report on Acceleration and Pressure Measuring System, TCU, May 2,1997. PATRICK L. WALTERThe author was employed at Sandia National Laboratories for 30 years before he accepted employment at TCU.The last portion of his work career at Sandia was during the Laboratories transition to greatly increasedindustrial interactions and customer focus. Aside from the basic design process, teaming and customer focus area large portion of TCU’s design program. Page

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Thad Welch

Session 2432 Teaching Three-Phase Power ... A Low-Voltage Approach Thad B. Welch ASEE/United States Air Force Academy Abstract Any electrical power systems course that includes demonstrations and/or laboratoryexercises would benefit from a low-voltage three-phase power supply. Providing a low-voltagethree-phase power supply allows classroom demonstrations and “hands-on” studentparticipation in laboratory exercises without the danger associated with a 240 VAC system.Faculty and student surveys indicate that students would benefit from a

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Mohamed A. Bourham; Donald J. Dudziak

support provided by the Department of Page 2.449.4Nuclear Engineering and the Dr. and Mrs. Thomas Elleman Endoument is greatly appreciated.REFERENCES1. TORT-DORT: Two- and Three- Dimensional Discrete Ordinates Transport, version 2.12.14, RSIC Computer Code, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, 1995.2. I. Ariani, “Dropped Rod Method for Rod Worth Measurement,” Undergraduate Research Report, NCSU, (advised by P. Turinsky), November 1996.3. J.M. Doster, “Reactor Power Plant Simulation Code: CE 80+ Combustion Plant,” NCSU, 1996.4. J. Whitson, “Reactor Power plant Simulation Code Interface,” Undergraduate Research Report, NCSU, (advised by J.M

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D.M. Hummels; D.J. Rawnsley; Bruce E. Segee

Communication Laboratory at the University of Maine. The Communications Lab,among other things, analyzes Analog to Digital (A/D) converter output to provide a meansof compensation for the error introduced by the device. Software to support automated testsfor data acquisition from A/D test boards has become difficult to maintain as the number oftest boards and test instruments grows. A variety of test instruments such as logic analyzers,signal generators, and data caches connect and communicate to workstations using a GeneralPurpose Interface Bus (GPIB). Software to control test instruments that are physicallylocated on separate workstations within the lab as illustrated in Figure 1 are extremely timeconsuming or impossible to configure. Moving

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Alexandre Cabral; Rolland Viau; Denis Bédard

motivational tools served as means to create a betterteaching and learning environment in the classroom and in the laboratory. The response of thestudents was constantly monitored. The results show that the various activities strategicallyplanned to motivate the students to become active learners and to situate them in the context ofthe practice of Civil Engineering had a positive effect on several aspects, including theirperception the of the significance of the knowledge being acquired, of the reality of their futureprofession and of the importance of the tools they might need. Another significant increaserelates to the perception the students ended up with of their capacity to transfer the knowledgeacquired to other situations.1. General

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John T. Bell; H. Scott Fogler

..., Which type of reactor would be better for ..., Determine the optimal ... Figure 1: The Six Main Categories of Bloom's TaxonomyLearning StylesWe all learn through a wide variety of different methods, including but not limited to reading,attending lectures, video, multimedia, laboratory experimentation, and participation in heateddiscussions. However for any given individual there are certain modes of learning and thinkingthat are more natural and effective than the other methods. Many educational researchers havestudied the different styles of learning and teaching that occur in our classrooms, and as a result,several different classification schemes have emerged[ 8 ]. These learning style models include theMeyer-Briggs

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Robert H. Willis

Session 2570AFFIRMATIVE ACTION AND THE IMPACT ON MINORITY ENGINEERING PROGRAMS Robert H. Willis Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory ABSTRACTMany educational institutions have developed special programs to deal with theunderrepresentation of minorities and females on their college campuses. This hasinvolved special admission policies, financial aide, additional support for students,recruitment of faculty, and special minority programs.As the political, social and economic climate has changed, there have been those whoseek to take advantage

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Sohail Anwar; Roy Sheehan; Durel Hauser

. Designconsiderations are described and details of AK68 operation are discussed. INTRODUCTIONWhile teaching a sophomore level introductory course on microprocessors to the Penn State Altoona electricalengineering technology students, the authors of this paper observed that a significant amount of students’ laboratorytime was spent on an aspect of the exercises considered to be extraneous to the fulfillment of the laboratoryobjectives. The laboratory experience centered on elemental computer programming with a hardware emphasis. Toaccomplish this, exercises were devised involving a Motorola M68000 based small board computer and acorresponding commercially available cross-assembler.Although a major aspect of the

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Hussein Anis

requesting its fullsupport for the implementation of the scheme developed during the preliminary study.Elements of Preliminary Study Page 2.143.5The Seed Fund targeted the following objectives :(1) The performance of a comprehensive scan of the current courses belonging to the area under study: their contents, time allocation, textbooks and references, laboratory facilities, enrollment....(2) The identification of the industrial needs in this area. This comprised the following action: -Field visits to major and relatively modern industries to identify their current instrumentation and control gear. Emphasis is put on instrumentation

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Ralph O. Buchal

with the student to seek and explore information from many sources, and tosynthesize a deeper knowledge and understanding of the material.Passive Absorption vs. Apprenticeship Too often, traditional engineering education relies on the passive absorption of information.Engineering problem solving tends to be mechanistic, relying on highly repetitive solutions of simple, idealized,linear problems. Laboratory experiments frequently have a cook-book approach, with little opportunity forindividual exploration. The new model seeks to develop knowledge and skills through experimentation and exploration of morecomplex engineering problems. These activities are supported by computer models and simulations, whichpermit exploration of many