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Waqas Ali; Samir M. Iqbal

University of Texas at Arlington, March 21 – 23, 2013. Copyright 2013, American Society for Engineering Educationneed for every nation to lead in emerging fields. Unfortunately there is a lack of awareness inyouth about this technology because currently there are no courses or introductory modules ofnanotechnology offered at the K-12 and community college levels [1]. Interest among studentsfor various fields of science start at very early stages. If  students  don’t  get  know-how ofnanotechnology early on, it will be very difficult for them to develop interest and get motivationto do some work in this new field [2]. This is the need of the hour that suitable methods shouldbe developed like lab modules etc. to familiarize K

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Chaudhry M. A. Arafat; Mohammad R. Hasan; Panos S. Shiakolas; Samir M. Iqbal

has become an important analytical tool for biologists. It is getting increasedattention among life science and biomedical research communities. Submicron imaging is also Proceedings of the 2013 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference, The University of Texas at Arlington, March 21 – 23, 2013. Copyright 2013, American Society for Engineering Educationused to obtain information on particle mobility and molecular interactions.1 Scientists andresearchers have been investigating cellular processes for deep understanding of diseaseprogression, to design novel diagnostic approaches and to validate therapeutic methods. In thisregard, microscopes have always played vital role

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Siamak (Sia) A. Ardekani

instructorat the student’s place of employment. The exams were E-mailed to the proctors whoadministered the exam at the satellite location and returned a pdf copy of the completed exams tothe instructor.Statistical analyses were conducted to examine whether there was any difference in the meanexam grades of the two groups of students over the four-year period. The exam grades are used Proceedings of the 2013 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference, The University of Texas at Arlington, March 21 – 23, 2013. Copyright 2013, American Society for Engineering Educationas a proxy for student’s understanding of the course materials.  Table 1 shows the mean exam grades of the two

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Mohammed Arif I. Mahmood; Samir M. Iqbal

numerous, well explained and easilyaccessible tutorials, both in written as well as in video format 2-4. The graphical user interface ofSPICE Schematics is very intuitive and the procedures resemble closely to the real lab situations.Hence it is easy for any beginner to familiarize with the environment.The basic steps for a successful simulation are illustrated in Figure 1. Like any design problem, afew error-corrections, adjustments of parameters or even modification of the initial circuitdiagram may be required. Although not very difficult, the text-based input method can be a littleintimidating for a beginner and hence it is not focused in this paper. Proceedings of the 2013 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference

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A. Baheri; Yucheng Liu P.E.; M. Hedayati

, The University of Texas at Arlington, March 21 – 23, 2013. Copyright©2013, American Society for Engineering Education d d rx 22 , ry 11 (1) d 33 d 33The geometric dimensions of the tube are: outer diameter Do = 94mm, wall thickness t =1.28mm. The distance that side dies move during the performing step is 17mm, the distancein which upper dies move down is 17mm. The radius of the side die is 15mm, the length ofthe upper die is 90mm, and

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Chaka Berthe; E. H. Shaban

Extended Abstract with Poster Two dimensional Maxwell Plots for a single, double, and triple Gas Electron Multiplier (GEM) X-ray fluorescence gas detector Chaka Berthe, E. H. Shaban Electrical Engineering Department Southern University Extended AbstractWe built a fluorescence gas X-ray detector using a single, double, and triple Gas ElectronMultiplier (GEM) enclosed in a multiple Plexiglas flanges. The GEM is made of two thinperforated copper electrodes separated by a Kapton as an insulator [1]. The detector consists ofthree

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Bonnie Boardman

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Tyler Crosson; Monica Hew; Bernd Chudoba; Amit Oza

step enables themto calibrate the tools used toachieve an appropriate accuracy.Throughout the course of theproject students are able to first-hand understand why certaindesign choices have been madewith the P-51 engineering teamfrom the 1940's; the capstoneteam is in the position to offerinsight on how those legacydecisions could be improvedusing technology from the 21stcentury. The first step in theproject is to choose and introducethe P-51D variant through aliterature review, brief history ofthe aircraft and also to researchthe design approach,technologies, mission profile and Figure 1 - WWII Fighter Aircraft1 Proceedings of the 2013 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual

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John Sibert; Matthew Goeckner; Dave Galley; Kory Goldammer

. IntroductionThere is now ample documentation that the United States is facing an economic crisis unless it Proceedings of the 2013 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference, The University of Texas at Arlington, March 21 – 23, 2013. Copyright 2013, American Society for Engineering Educationincreases its production of talented science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM)graduates.1,2 As described in Rising Above the Gathering Storm,1 the global demand for skilledSTEM workers is increasing and the number of American students pursuing STEM careers islikely to continue to decline unless the Nation intervenes. In areas like the Dallas-Fort Worthmetroplex, with its concentration

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George Kitamura; Kristin Milam; Elvin Hii; Chris Kniffin; Alexander Graves; Amit Oza; Bernd Chudoba

that the first task for designing a vehicle is to“study, evaluate and understand...”1 We took his wisdom to heart and tried to implement this intoour entire project.The next step taken by the team was to define each discipline’s deliverables.  With these variables, the teams were able to create individual methodologies in order to produce their keydeliverables.  When combining the groups’ flows, we were able to create an overall group methodology. This flow incorporates all the disciplines but simplifies the processes to create aneat organizational hierarchy. Giving each team the responsibility to define their tasks for thesemester creates a sense of ownership of the project and indicates the makings of a successfulgroup.No matter how hard

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Tanvir Manzur; Md. Kabirul Islam; Nur Yazdani

Teaching Styles in Engineering Education. Engineering Education, 1988. 78(7): p. 674- 681.3. Rugarcia, A., et al., The Future of Engineering Education I. A Vision for a New Century. Chemical Engineering Education, 2000. 34(1): p. 16-25.TANVIR MANZURDr. Tanvir Manzur earned his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2011. Heearned his M.Sc. and B.Sc. in Civil Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology(BUET) in 2003 and 2006, respectively. He has almost 10 years of teaching experience at university level. Dr.Manzur is now working as an assistant professor in the Department of Civil Engineering, University of Engineeringand Technology, Dhaka, Bangladesh.MD. KABIRUL ISLAMDr. Islam

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Priscila Martinez-Avila; Emmanuel Varona; Doug D. Carlton; Abegayl Thomas; Kevin A. Schug

-ESP group did not. Our hypotheses were that theexperimental group would attain higher marks on examinations and a higher percentage ofstudents would pass the course (attaining marks of A, B, or C), compared to non-ESP students.The first hypothesis was proven. As shown in Figure 1, ESP students had statistically highergrades in the Exam 1, Exam 2, Exam 3, and the final exam (p < 0.05). ESP students retained ahigher average for Exam 4, which approximated significant value (p = 0.06). Due to a holidaybreak mid-week, only one ESP session was administered to prepare students for Exam 4 and theexam covered two chapters in the textbook. This could be the reason that no significance wasfound on Exam 4. The second hypothesis was proven by comparing

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Sara E. McCaslin

graduate degree in mechanical engineering. While these results will vary with studentpopulation, this work provides a fascinating insight into how online engineering studentsapproach their coursework. Data such as this can aid faculty into selecting appropriate deadlinesfor assignments and setting aside virtual office hours that best meet the needs of the workingprofessional online student. IntroductionMore and more working professionals are turning to online learning to further their careers andremain competitive in the modern workforce, often with both the approval and support of theiremployers [1]. How their educational needs may differ from those of the classical on-campusgraduate students is worthy of

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Mohammad Obadat P.E.; Mohammad Ali Khasawneh

challenging course. The authors attempted to test andutilize the response system hoping that it will ease and help in the learning process in acollaborative and dynamic approach. Turning Technology Response SystemThe applied technology is developed by Turning Technologies, LLC. The three main componentsof this system are: the handheld response card (Clicker), receiver, and Turningpoint 2008software (Figure 1). Response card Receiver Software Figure 1: The main components of the turning point technologyThe response card has different buttons that can be used as needed. Cards have alpha/numericbuttons to answer questions appropriately1. The cards communicate

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Lynn Peterson; James Epperson; Ramon Lopez; Kevin Schug; Carter Tiernan

linked to one or more of these objectives. Programcomponents include (1) implementation of the recognized best-practice “Emerging Scholars” program in high-loss courses in mathematics (specifically, Pre-calculus and Calculus I & II) andchemistry (Chemistry for Engineers and General Chemistry) courses, and (2) undergraduateresearch opportunities (“authentic experiences”) pairing first- and second-year undergraduateswith faculty mentors for the purpose of providing research experiences. The authenticexperiences component began in Spring 2010 and the first Emerging Scholars programs inmathematics and chemistry began in Fall 2010.Once data from three semesters of implementation of the Emerging Scholars courses wascollected and analyzed, it was

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Dan O. Popa; Nahum Torres; Cody Lundberg

Robocup Nanogram [1]. A dozenteams designed and fabricated micrometer scale robots that can be powered and controlledwithout wires. During the International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA 2010,2011, 2012), the event (Mobile Microrobotics Challenge - MMC) called for competition withuntethered microrobots that must fit within a 600 µm diameter sphere [2]. On a controlled setupunder a microscope, microrobots race along a distance of 2 mm, push micropegs, and insert theminto holes, or they demonstrate a freely selected style of operation. In 2013, NIST delegatedresponsibility for the organization of the MMC to the IEEE Robotics and Automation Society,and the next challenge will be held at ICRA 2013 in Karlsruhe, Germany by a

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Danielle Reynolds; Nur Yazdani; Tanvir Manzur

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Christina K. White; Richard H. Crawford

together totake steps in effecting change to systematically enrich the field of engineering educationRecently, the National Academy of Engineers (NAE) explored broad realms of human concern –sustainability, health, vulnerability, and joy of living – and generated 14 specific 21st CenturyGrand Challenges that await innovative engineering solutions. The NAE solicited research andeducational leaders to face these 21st Century issues by establishing the Grand ChallengesScholars Program (GCSP) to prepare college students to solve the Grand Challenges. The NAEGCSP provides a framework for curricular enhancements that will motivate students to addressthe Grand Challenges through five components: (1) a research experience related to a GrandChallenge; (2

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Mohammed Zubair; Cherif Aissi

projects in the freshman year curriculum and even in high school curriculum.This process will help students to understand what they can accomplish by enrolling in STEM(Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) fields, and more importantly is to equipthem with tools that will make learning STEM subjects more interesting.One of the tools that are widely used in the academia and industry is  National  Instrument’s Labview data acquisition hardware and software to acquire data, process and control [1]. Theseintegrated hardware-software tools use computers increased computational capabilities to assist Proceedings of the 2013 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference, The University of Texas at Arlington, March

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Cherif Aissi; Mohammed Zubair

Friday Afternoon Session 1- Faculty Introducing Chaotic Circuits in Analog Systems Course Cherif Aissi Department of Industrial Technology University of Louisiana at Lafayette Mohammed Zubair Department of Electrical Engineering University of Louisiana at Lafayette AbstractFor decades, the engineering undergraduate education in the area of systems design has beenmainly focused in linear models. Today, it is important for students

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Xavier Mirza; Amir Ali; Thomas Reyes; Jonathan Zea

 project’s primary goal is the cost reduction for patients. The replacement surgeryand the risks associated can be an alarming factor for patients’ health. Product Requirements Breadboard – For testing purposes. Capacitors – To store the energy. Arduino UNO – To create a heartbeat model Oscilloscope – To get our energy readings. Vibration Motors – To mimic the heart vibrations. LTC3588-1 chip – To mount it onto the heart. Aluminum enclosure – To place the circuit inside. Fake Heart Prop – To mimic the actual heart with a motor inside Piezoelectric Energy Harvesters – To convert vibrations into electrical energy Design

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Edward E. Anderson

, graphic representation, variables lists, and mathematicalmodel, and requires users to develop each of these mental models (graphical representation isoptional). Andes includes an equation solving tool although users can also solve the equationsoff-line. A research project conducted on some 330 students approximately one-half of whomwere in a control group, resulted in a 3% (1/3 letter grade) student performance improvement ondepartmental pencil and paper examinations by students who did Andes homework rather thantraditional homework. Anecdotal results from Andes users (Schulze, et al.18) indicate thatstudents are initially reluctant to carefully define their variables, some students ask for help onalmost every step of a problem solution, giving