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Descriptions of Curricular and Model Development

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Marshall, University of Southern Maine

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

AC 2011-587: CREATING LINKAGES BETWEEN UNIVERSITY AND TECH-NOLOGY EDUCATION PROGRAMSJohn Marshall, University of Southern Maine John Marshall received his Ph.D. from Texas A&M University and is the Departmental Internship Co- ordinator at the University of Southern Maine. His areas of specialization include Power and Energy Processing, Applied Process Control Engineering, Automation, Fluid Power, and Facility Planning. Page 22.396.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 Creating Linkages Between University and Technology Education

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Multimedia and Distance Learning

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Fatih Oncul, Southern Polytechnic State University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-2858: VIDEO LECTURE CAPTURE IN ENGINEERING CLASS-ROOMS WITH FREEFatih Oncul, Southern Polytechnic State University Fatih Oncul is an assistant professor of civil engineering technology at Southern Polytechnic State Uni- versity in Marietta, GA. Dr. Oncul received his doctoral degree from University of Colorado at Denver in 2001. His Ph.D. thesis was on ”Seismic Interface Stability of Composite Dams”. He taught at Fairleigh Dickinson University in Teaneck, NJ until 2008. His current research interests are: Subsoil investigation, seismic soil-structure interaction, liquefaction, numerical modeling of geotechnical engineering struc- tures

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Objectives, Assessment, and Methods for Teaching Technological Literacy

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert J. Gustafson, Ohio State University; John Krupczak, Hope College; James F. Young, Rice University, Electrical & Computer Engineering; Mani Mina, Iowa State University

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Technological and Engineering Literacy/Philosophy of Engineering

AC 2011-182: EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES AND OUTCOMES FOR TECH-NOLOGICAL LITERACY PROGRAMS AT COLLEGE LEVELRobert J. Gustafson, Ohio State University Robert J. Gustafson, P.E., PhD Honda Professor for Engineering Education and Director of the Engineer- ing Education Innovation Center Professor of Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering College of Engineering The Ohio State University.John Krupczak, Hope College Professor of Engineering, Hope College, Holland, MI USAJames F. Young, Rice University, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Houston, TX James F. Young received the B.S. and M.S. degrees in electrical engineering from the Massachusetts In- stitute of Technology, Cambridge, MA, in 1965 and 1966

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ETD Design IV: Construction and Civil Engineering Technology

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Barry Dupen, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne; Regina Leffers, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-706: THE COLUMBIA CITY TRAILHEAD: A COLLABORA-TIVE CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY CAPSTONE EX-PERIENCEBarry Dupen, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne Dr. Dupen is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology at Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW). He has 9 years’ experience as a metallurgist, materials engineer, and ma- terials laboratory manager in the automotive industry. His primary interests lie in materials engineering, mechanics, and engineering technology education. He is an experienced contra dance caller.M. Regina Leffers, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne Regina Leffers, Ph.D. is the Director of the Center for the Built Environment and

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Assessment Methods and Learning Pedagogy II

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Melissa I. Zelaya, Clemson University; Melissa Dorlette-Paul, Clemson University; Elaine L. Craft, Florence-Darlington Technical College; Anand K. Gramopadhye, Clemson University; Carey W. Castle, Greenville Technical College

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-1835: TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION E-LEARNING MODEL: THESOUTH CAROLINA PARTNERSHIPMelissa I. Zelaya, Clemson University Melissa I. Zelaya is a doctoral candidate at Clemson University. She received her B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Clemson in 2005.Melissa Dorlette-Paul, Clemson UniversityElaine L. Craft, Florence-Darlington Technical College Elaine L. Craft, MBA (University of South Carolina) and BS Chemical Engineering (University of Missis- sippi), has served as Director of the South Carolina Advanced Technological (SC ATE) Center of Excel- lence since 1994. Currently, she is also a Co-PI for the SC ATE National Resource Center for Expanding Excellence in Technician Education. Craft is also founder and

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Interdisciplinary Education in Engineering Technology

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joseph F. Kmec, Purdue University; Bryan J. Hubbard, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Martin A Lopez De Bertodano, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Benjamin Revis, Purdue University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-2818: THE ROLE OF THE COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY INTHE NUCLEAR INDUSTRYJoseph F. Kmec, Purdue University Joseph F. Kmec is currently Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering Technology at Purdue Uni- versity, West Lafayette, IN. His teaching areas of concentration are energy-based and include Applied Thermodynamics, Internal Combustion Engines, Motorsports, and Power Plant Systems. His recent activ- ities involving student projects include engine simulation, power plant performance analysis, and nuclear technology. He may be reached at: kmecjf@purdue.edu.Dr. Bryan J Hubbard, Purdue University, West Lafayette Bryan Hubbard is an Assistant Professor in the Building Construction and Management (BCM) Program

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Engineering Technology Design I

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carlos A. Ortiz, Southern Polytechnic State University; Timothy W. Zeigler, Southern Polytechnic State University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-2819: PROVIDING TECHNICAL FLEXIBILITY TO A CIVILENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMCarlos A. Ortiz, Southern Polytechnic State University PhD. in Environmental and Water Resources Engineering. Professor and Program Coordinator of the Civil Engineering Technology Program. Fourteen years of academic experience, teaching undergradu- ate courses in fluid mechanics, water treatment and distribution, wastewater collection and treatment, stormwater management and other environmental engineering elective courses.Timothy W. Zeigler, Southern Polytechnic State University Professor Timothy Zeigler has been Chair of the Civil Engineering Technology Department at Southern Polytechnic State University since 1997 and is a PE

Conference Session

TAC/ABET Related Outcome Based Assessment Methods and Models

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nripendra N. Sarker, Prairie View A&M University; Mohan Ketkar, Prairie View A&M University; Cajetan M. Akujuobi, Alabama State University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-15: ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY COURSE ASSESSMENTSFOR ABET CRITERION 3: STUDENTS OUTCOMESNripendra N. Sarker, Prairie View A&M University Dr. Sarker is currently a Lecturer and Program Assessment Coordinator in the Department of Engineering Technology of the Prairie View A&M University, TX. Previously he worked at universities in Bangladesh and Japan and at UT, San Antonio. He received his first Master’s degree from AIT, Thailand and a second Master’s and a Ph.D. degree from the Texas A&M University. He is the Assessment Coordinator of Engineering Technology department and a member of the College ABET/SACS Committee at PVAMU.Mohan Ketkar, Prairie View A&M University Dr. Ketkar is an Associate

Conference Session

Capstone Projects and Experiential Learning

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Brian D Vuksanovich, Youngstown State University; Darrell R Wallace, Youngstown State University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-1938: EVALUATION OF STEM+ART COLLABORATION FORMULTIDISCIPLINARY ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY LABORATORYBrian D Vuksanovich, Youngstown State University Assistant Professor Mechanical Engineering Technology Youngstown State UniversityDr. Darrell R Wallace, Youngstown State University Page 22.653.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 Evaluation of STEM+Art Collaboration for Multidisciplinary Engineering Technology LaboratoryAbstractThe need to restore manufacturing competitiveness in the United States has become increasinglyevident over the past decade. A common weakness that

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Manufacturing Capstone and Design Projects

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Chin-Zue Chen, Austin Peay State University; Adel Salama., Austin Peay State University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-2227: EXPANDING A MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY CUR-RICULUM TO INCLUDE ADDITIVE MANUFACTURINGChin-Zue Chen, Austin Peay State University Dr. Chin-Zue Chen is a Professor of Engineering Technology Department at Austin Peay State University, Clarksville, Tennessee, where he has taught and in charge of robotics program since 1985. He initiated PLC, CAM, CIM, Sensors and Vision Systems courses in earlier years of his teaching, and involved in Additive Manufacturing in recent years. Prof. Chen is a Fellow of the Tennessee Academy of Science.Adel Salama., Austin Peay State University Prof. ADEL SALAMA, M.S., P.E. Adel Salama is a Professor and Chair of Engineering Technology Department at Austin Peay State University

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ETD Design IV: Construction and Civil Engineering Technology

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Charles Feldhaus, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis; Eric Nesbitt

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-2597: FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE THE USE OF SUSTAIN-ABLE TECHNOLOGY IN STRUCTURAL DESIGNCharles Feldhaus, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis Dr. Feldhaus is an Associate Professor of Organizational Leadership with the Purdue School of Engi- neering and Technology at Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis. He also serves as Chair of Gradaute Technology programs and recently developed the STEM Education track for the MS in Technol- ogy degree program. This partnership with the Indiana University School of Education allows students to receive the Indiana Teaching License in Engineering Technology Education and/or Computer Education as part of the MS in Technology degree. Dr. Feldhaus

Conference Session

Capstone Projects and Experiential Learning

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Chad M. Laux, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Abram Walton, Ph.D., Purdue University; Amy S. Van Epps, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Kimberly Marie Deranek, Nova Southeastern University; Darrel L. Sandall, Purdue University; Rick L. Homkes, Purdue University; Sarah E. Leach, Purdue University, Statewide Technology

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-1078: GATEWAY EXPERIENCES TO ENGINEERING TECH-NOLOGY: DEVELOPMENT OF AN INTRODUCTORY COURSEChad M Laux, Purdue University, West Lafayette Dr. Chad Laux is an Assistant Professor in the Industrial Technology Department at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. He teaches courses in Lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma quality, Production planning among others. His research interests include quality management, Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and agriculture biotechnology systems. He is a Six Sigma BlackBelt from General Electric Co, Caterpillar Inc, and the American Society for Quality. He is also a Certified Senior Technology Manager from the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering

Conference Session

Information Literacy: Theory and Practice

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mysore Narayanan, Miami University

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Engineering Libraries

AC 2011-307: ASSESSMENT OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY EDU-CATION USING A LEARNING PARADIGM APPROACHMysore Narayanan, Miami University DR. MYSORE NARAYANAN obtained his Ph.D. from the University of Liverpool, England in the area of Electrical and Electronic Engineering. He joined Miami University in 1980 and teaches a wide variety of electrical, electronic and mechanical engineering courses. He has been invited to contribute articles to several encyclopedias and has published and presented dozens of papers at local, regional , national and international conferences. He has also designed, developed, organized and chaired several conferences for Miami University and conference sessions for a variety of organizations. He is

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Graduate Education and Undergraduate Research in ET

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Wei Zhan P.E., Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-262: BENEFITS OF RESEARCH EXPERIENCE FOR UNDER-GRADUATE ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY STUDENTSWei Zhan and Alan Lam, Texas A&M University Dr. Wei Zhan is an Assistant Professor of Electronics Engineering Technology at Texas A&M University. Dr. Zhan earned his D.Sc. in Systems Science from Washington University in 1991. From 1991 to 1995 he worked at University of California, San Diego and Wayne State University. From 1995 to 2006, he worked in the automotive industry as a system engineer. In 2006 he joined the Electronics Engineering Technology faculty at Texas A&M. His research activities include control system theory and applications to industry, system engineering, robust design, modeling, simulation

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Innovative Curriculum In Engineering Technology

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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S. Sridhara, Middle Tennessee State University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-1471: COMPUTER APPLICATIONS TO PROBLEM SOLVINGIN SOME ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY COURSESB. S. Sridhara, Middle Tennessee State University Dr. Sridhara is a professor in the Engineering Technology Department at Middle Tennessee State Uni- versity, Murfreesboro, TN. He received his BSME degree from Bangalore University, India and MSME degrees from Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore and Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, New Jersey. Dr. Sridhara received his Ph. D from Auburn University, Alabama. He has published several articles in the areas of acoustics, vibration, noise control and engineering education. Dr. Sridhara has reviewed several articles and books in his area of expertise

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Issues Affecting Engineering Program Development

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jimmy Bill Linn, East Carolina University; Merwan B. Mehta, East Carolina University; Janet Hooper Sanders, East Carolina University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-1404: CREATING A NEW 4-YEAR DEGREE IN ENGINEERINGTECHNOLOGYJimmy Bill Linn, East Carolina University Electrical Engineer for the US Navy for 23 yrs. - 1973 to 1996 Instructor for Ivy Tech Community College for 8 yrs. - 1997 to 2005Teaching Instructor for East Carolina University for 6 yrs. - 2005 to present. Education: BSEE and BSMA - Rose Hulman Institute of Technology - 1973 MSEE - Purdue University - 2002Merwan B Mehta, East Carolina University Merwan Mehta, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor at East Carolina University in the Technology Systems Department in Greenville, NC. Prior to joining academics in 2004, he has over twenty years of experi- ence in business and industry working as an industrial

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Multidisciplinary Technical Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ruth E. Anderson, University of Washington; Beth Kolko, University of Washington

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

AC 2011-2292: DESIGNING TECHNOLOGY FOR RESOURCE-CONSTRAINEDENVIRONMENTS: A MULTIDISCIPLINARY CAPSTONE SEQUENCERuth E. Anderson, University of Washington Ruth Anderson is a lecturer in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Washington, Seattle.Dr. Beth Kolko, University of Washington Page 22.447.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 Designing Technology for Resource-Constrained Environments: a Multidisciplinary Capstone SequenceAbstractIn this paper we describe a year-long multidisciplinary capstone experience where

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Student Learning and Teamwork

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nina Robson, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-1161: DEVELOPING TECHNOLOGIES THAT ENABLE INDI-VIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES: A UNIQUE DESIGN EXPERIENCENina Robson, Texas A&M University Page 22.462.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 Developing Technologies that Enable Individuals with Disabilities: A Unique Design ExperienceAbstractPeople with disabilities encounter a significant number of barriers and challenges, including lack ofemployment opportunities and access to adequate facilities. Today, over 60% of people withdisabilities do not have jobs. Lack of awareness about the challenges faced by persons

Conference Session

Engineering Ethics Issues Part II

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rebecca A. Bates, Minnesota State University, Mankato

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Engineering Ethics

. Page 22.152.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 AI & SciFi: Teaching writing, history, technology, literature and ethicsAbstractThe power of story can be used to engage students more fully in a wide range of technical topics.Stories, whether fictional or based on true case studies, have long been used to create worldswhere people (or aliens) have to address ethical issues at or beyond the edges of our technicalfrontiers. Additionally, the history of many scientific fields coincides with their exploration infictional works. The field of artificial intelligence (AI) has been fertile in the imaginations ofauthors and movie producers, with many

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Student Learning and Teamwork

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Fernando Rios-Gutierrez, Georgia Southern University; Rocio Alba-Flores, Georgia Southern University

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Engineering Technology

is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Technology at Georgia Southern University. Her main areas of interest include control systems, robotics, digital systems, microprocessors, and signal and image processing. Page 22.185.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 An Interdisciplinary, Team-Based Mobile Robots Design Course for Engineering TechnologyAbstractThis work describes the educational experience gained during a new course in mobile robots, afourth year elective course in the undergraduate

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Graduate Education and Undergraduate Research in ET

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Vladimir Genis, Drexel University; Warren Rosen, Drexel University; Eric Carr, Drexel University; Michael G Mauk P.E., Drexel University; Radian G. Belu, Drexel University; Gerry Marekova, Drexel University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-149: AN ONLINE MASTER OF SCIENCE PROGRAM IN ENGI-NEERING TECHNOLOGYVladimir Genis, Drexel University (Tech.) Dr. Vladimir GenisProfessor and Engineering Technology Program Director in the School of Technol- ogy and Professional Studies, Drexel University, has developed and taught graduate and undergradu- ate courses in physics, electronics, nanotechnology, biomedical engineering, nondestructive testing, and acoustics. His research interests include ultrasound wave propagation and scattering, ultrasound imaging, nondestructive testing, electronic instrumentation, piezoelectric transducers, and engineering education. Results of his research work were published in scientific journals and presented at the

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Innovative Curriculum In Engineering Technology

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carmine C. Balascio, University of Delaware

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-170: IMPLEMENTATION OF AN EPORTFOLIO REQUIREMENTAND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SEMINAR SERIES FOR AN ETPROGRAMCarmine C. Balascio, University of Delaware Carmine C. Balascio, Ph.D., P.E. is an Associate Professor in the Department of Bioresources Engineering at the University of Delaware. He earned bachelor’s degrees in Agricultural Engineering Technology and Mathematics from U.D. He earned an M.S. in Agricultural Engineering and a Ph.D. double major in Agricultural Engineering and Engineering Mechanics from Iowa State University. He teaches courses in surveying, soil mechanics, and storm-water management and has research interests in urban hydrology, water resources engineering, and assessment of student

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Design I

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carlos R. Morales, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-2345: IMPLICATIONS OF PUBLISHING EBOOKS ON PCS ANDMOBILE DEVICES FOR ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY EDUCATORSCarlos R Morales, Purdue University, West Lafayette Carlos R. Morales is an Associate Professor of Computer Graphics Technology at Purdue University. Page 22.827.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 Implications of publishing eBooks on PCs and Mobile devices for Engineering Technology EducatorsAbstractThere is no doubt that interactive eBooks enable Engineering & Technology educators to presentmaterials and concepts to learners in a rich and

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Nanotechnology/RFID

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ahmed S. Khan, DeVry University,Addison, Illinois; Aram Agajanian, DeVry University, Chicago

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-889: INCORPORATING SOCIAL AND ETHICAL IMPLICATIONSOF NANOTECHNOLOGY IN THE ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGYCURRICULAAhmed S. Khan, DeVry University,Addison, Illinois Dr. AHMED S. KHAN is a senior Professor in the College of Engineering and Information Sciences, De- Vry University, Addison, Illinois. He received his M.Sc (applied physics) from University of Karachi, an MSEE from Michigan Technological University, an MBA from Keller Graduate School of Management., and his Ph.D. from Colorado State University. His research interests are in the areas of Fiber Optic Com- munications, Faculty Development, Nanotechnology, Application of Telecommunications Technologies in Distance Education, and impact of Technology on

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Green Renewable Energy

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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David W. Goodman, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis; Heather L. Cooper, The Soundcoat Company

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-1636: INFORMAL ENERGY EDUCATION: FUEL CELL EX-HIBIT PILOT STUDYDavid W Goodman, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis Dr. Goodman is an Assistant Professor and teaches courses in both Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Technology at IUPUI. His areas of expertise include electrical power systems, relay protection, computer control systems, solar thermal systems, and informal energy education. He has eight years of engineering experience at General Electric and Owens-Illinois, is a chapter advisor for Engineers Without Borders and he is a member of , ASES, AEE, ASHRAE, and of course ASEE.Heather L. Cooper, The Soundcoat Company Heather L. Cooper is currently an acoustical and materials engineer

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ETD Design I: Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wei Zhan, Texas A&M University; Ana Elisa P. Goulart, Texas A&M University; Joseph A. Morgan, Texas A&M University; Jay R Porter, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-294: INTEGRATED LABORATORY CURRICULA AND COURSEPROJECTS ACROSS THE ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING TECHNOL-OGY PROGRAMWei Zhan, Texas A&M University Dr. Wei Zhan is an Assistant Professor of Electronics Engineering Technology at Texas A&M University. Dr. Zhan earned his D.Sc. in Systems Science from Washington University in 1991. From 1995 to 2006, he worked in the automotive industry as a system engineer. In 2006, he joined the Electronics Engineering Technology faculty at Texas A&M University. His research activities include control system theory and applications to industry, system engineering, robust design, modeling, simulation, quality control, and optimization.Ana Elisa P. Goulart, Texas A&M

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Student Learning and Teamwork

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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William J. Sawaya, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-2793: JUST-IN-TIME DAILY QUIZZES AS LEARNING TOOLFOR SELF ASSESSMENT AND CONTENT MASTERYWilliam J. Sawaya, Texas A&M University William J. Sawaya is an Assistant Professor in the department of Engineering Technology and Indus- trial Distribution in the Dwight Look College of Engineering at Texas A&M University. He teaches courses in quality management and process improvement. He has done work and research on the topics of inter-organizational collaboration, inventory management, new product development, product introduc- tion, healthcare products, transportation systems analysis-focusing on railroads and multi-mode container operations, product testing, customer satisfaction, quality management

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Embedded System Design

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joseph A. Morgan, Texas A&M University; Jay R. Porter, Texas A&M University; Wei Zhan P.E., Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-1138: KRISYS: A LOW-COST, HIGH-IMPACT RECRUITINGANDJoseph A. Morgan, Texas A&M UniversityJay R Porter, Texas A&M University Jay R. Porter joined the Department of Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution at Texas A&M University in 1998 and is currently Professor and Program Director for the Electronics and Telecommu- nications Programs. He received the BS degree in electrical engineering (1987), the MS degree in physics (1989), and the Ph.D. in electrical engineering (1993) from Texas A&M University. His areas of inter- est in research and education include product development, analog/RF electronics, instrumentation, and entrepreneurship.Dr. Wei Zhan, Texas A&M University Dr

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Mechanical Engineering Technology Curriculum Innovations.

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Aaron K. Ball, Western Carolina University; George D. Ford, Western Carolina University; Frank Miceli, Asheville Bucombe Tech Community College

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-31: INTEGRATING PROJECT BASED LEARNING THROUGHMACHINE DESIGN, FABRICATION AND TESTINGAaron K. Ball, Western Carolina University Dr. Aaron K. Ball is a full professor in Engineering and Technology at Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, North Carolina. He holds a B.S. and an M.S. from Appalachian State University, and earned his doctorate from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. His areas of interests include fluid power, advanced machining, prototyping systems, and applied research.Frank Miceli, AB Tech B.S.E.E. Ohio State University, Graduate Study, Brooklyn Polytechnic Institute, M.S.E.T Western Car- olina University Chairperson, Asheville Bucombe Tech Community CollegeGeorge D

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Nanotechnology/RFID

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Patrick Anderson, CET; Ghassan T. Ibrahim, Bloomsburg University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-229: LOCATION IDENTIFICATION USING PASSIVE UHF RFIDSYSTEMPatrick Anderson, CETGhassan T Ibrahim, Bloomsburg University Associate professor at the Physics and Engineering Technology Department. Research interest is in the field RF communication. Page 22.1021.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 LOCATION IDENTIFICATION USING PASSIVE UHF RFID SYSTEMAbstract Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) has been widely utilized and applied in retail stores andmanufacturing environments. Over the years the advances in the technology provided