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Globalizing Engineering Education II: Best Practices

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nathan McNeill, University of Florida, Gainesville; Monica Farmer Cox, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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ASEE Global Programs

requirements and launched with only oneinternational destination – China. The choice of this destination was a strategic decision on thepart of program administrators and reflected recognition of the impact that China is having onthe careers of many engineering graduates of today. The GEARE Junior Year program was alsodesigned to seamlessly integrate with the mechanical engineering curriculum at PurdueUniversity. The Spring semester of 2009 was the first semester that the GEARE Junior Yearprogram was offered. Participants in the GEARE Junior Year program study abroad at Shanghai Jiao TongUniversity along with participants in the GEARE program. The focus of the study presented inthis paper was on the first cohort of participants in the program

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Multidisciplinary Technical Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Matthew Dettman P.E., Western Kentucky University; Walter L. Collett, Western Kentucky University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

Ph.D. degree in Engineering from TTU in 1999. From 1999 until 2004 he was employed by Square D Company / Schneider Electric in Nashville, Tennessee, where he served as a senior electrical engineer, then as an engineering manager. He is currently an Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering at Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green. His research in- terests involve computational electromagnetics, application of electromagnetics to the analysis and design of electromechanical devices, and photonics. Page 22.1090.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011

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Biological & Agricultural Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Josue Orellana, Washington State University; Fabiola Quiroa, Washington State University; Ala' Ibrahim Abu-Lail; Nehal I. Abu-lail, Washington State University

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Biological & Agricultural

. Even in curricula were labs are offered, the approach used is generally atraditional one where students perform prescribed experiments with little or no critical reasoningof what they are performing 7. Therefore, students should be provided with integrative labexperiences that promote inquiry relevance using hands on experiences and team orientedapproaches. Such labs satisfy the vision of the National Science Foundation to improveengineering education 8. Although very important to biomedical engineers, implementing a cellular engineeringlaboratory in the biomedical curriculum is challenging for the following three main reasons.First, handling cells require students’ prior training on issues associated with safety, sterilizationand

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology Projects and Applications

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Chandra R. Sekhar, Purdue University, Calumet ; Omer Farook, Purdue University; Jai P. agrawal, Purdue University Calumet; Essaid Bouktache, Purdue University, Calumet

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Engineering Technology

the curriculum of an Electrical and Computer EngineeringTechnology program, the biomedical course is redesigned so that the students can follow thetheory with laboratory experiments for processing biomedical signals utilizing System DesignApproach (SDA). Isolated experiments focused on a single topic never conveyed the holistic feelthat is gained through a complete instrumentation platform design.This course is offered in the form of Learning Modules. The paper discuses the coursesystem design learning modules which encompasses: 1) Bio signal, Transducers and SignalConditioning, 2) Microcontrollers based Embedded System design, 3) Embedded SystemProgramming, 4) Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Design, 5) Use of Graphical UserInterface (GUI

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SE Tools and Techniques

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shane Markstrum, Bucknell University; Gary M. Haggard, Bucknell University

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Software Engineering Constituent Committee

seamless integration of the codedeveloped by different groups. Additionally, user testing of prototype implementations adds asense of real development to the project. Since simple graph theory topics are an important aspectof a computer science education, the project also gives an opportunity for the students to presenttheir tool at local and regional computer science meetings that encourage student participation.1 IntroductionMany computer science programs include some type of capstone course in the senior year as a wayto challenge their students to apply all of the knowledge they have gained on a substantial project.However, there are typically not many opportunities in the second and third year of these programsto introduce students to a team

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Assessment Methods and Learning Pedagogy II

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jyhwen Wang, Texas A&M University; Alex Fang, Texas A&M University; Michael Ryan Golla, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

, and lecture-lab timing is suggested.References1. Krupezak, J., Disney, K., and VanderStoep, S., “Laboratory projects appropriate for non-engineers and introduction to engineering.” 2009 Annual Conference and Exposition, 2009-603, American Society for Engineering Education.2. Sinba, A., “Engineering laboratory experiments – an integrated approach of teaching the introductory engineering course,” 2007 Annual Conference and Exposition, 2007-189, American Society for Engineering Education.3. Dekker, D., “Recent developments in mech lab I at the university of south florida,” 2007 Annual Conference and Exposition, 2007-410, American Society for Engineering Education.4. Salehpour, A., and Antoline, S., “Rapid prototyping as an

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ETD Design I: Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Antonio Soares, Florida A&M Univeristy; Chao Li, Florida A&M University/Florida State University

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Engineering Technology

until November 2003. Antonio started his pursuit of the Doctor of Philosophy degree at the Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University in January 2004 under the supervision of Dr. Reginald Perry. Upon completion of his PhD, Dr. Soares was immediately hired as an assistant professor (Tenure Track) in the Electronic Engineering Technology department at FAMU. Dr. Soares has made many contributions to the department, from curriculum improvements, to ABET accreditation, and more recently by securing a grant with the department of education for more than half a million dollars.Chao Li, Florida A&M University/Florida State University Dr. Chao Li is currently working at Florida A&M University as an assistant

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Jones, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Carmen R. Zafft, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; John Sutton, RMC Research Corporation; Lance C. Pérez, University of Nebraska, Lincoln

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NSF Grantees

Page 22.1111.7into the COE requires organized advising of these students. The COE Dean’s Office hasreviewed and refined their processes for transfer students. Prior to transferring, students enteringthe COE have their credits evaluated, receive initial advising assistance through New StudentEnrollment or by key COE staff, and are assigned an adviser appropriate for their chosen major.The integration of UNL resources and interaction across the COE has been of great benefit tofaculty and transfer students. It is energizing to experience the system being proactive,responsive and receptive to the needs of STEP transfer students and transfer students in general.UNL-STEP Pathway Engineering Courses UNL-STEP is best described by

Conference Session

Making Students Aware of Their World: Five Perspectives

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gary Lee Downey, Virginia Tech; Masanori Wada, Tokyo Institute of Technology

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society

AC 2011-1415: AVOIDING INFERIORITY: GLOBAL ENGINEERING ED-UCATION ACROSS JAPANGary Lee Downey, Virginia Tech Gary Downey is Alumni Distinguished Professor in Science and Technology Studies and affiliated Profes- sor in Engineering Education at Virginia Tech. A mechanical engineer (Lehigh) and cultural anthropolo- gist (University of Chicago), he is co-editor of What Is Global Engineering Education For?: The Making of International Educators (Morgan & Claypool Publishers, 2010). Author of The Machine in Me: An Anthropologist Sits Among Computer Engineers, he is Editor of The Engineering Studies Series at MIT Press and Global Engineering series at Morgan & Claypool, as well as the Engineering Studies journal

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Darrin S. Muggli, Benedictine College; Brian Tande, University of North Dakota

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NSF Grantees

AC 2011-280: A MODEL FOR INITIATING ABET-ACCREDITED ENGI-NEERING DEGREE PROGRAMS USING DISTANCE EDUCATIONDarrin S. Muggli, Benedictine College Dr. Muggli is a Professor and Chair of the Engineering Department at Benedictine College. Previously, he was a Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of North Dakota, where he taught both traditional and distance courses for ten years. Dr. Muggli received his Ph.D. from the University of Colorado at Boulder in 1998. He has taught a broad range of chemical engineering and foundational general engineering courses.Brian Tande, University of North Dakota Brian Tande is an assistant professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hirak C. Patangia, University of Arkansas, Little Rock

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NSF Grantees

system starting with the panel to end user arevirtually absent in the literature. Many courses across the nation are ME courses that focus moreon solar radiation and the thermal aspect. A few EE courses devote about fifty percent of thecourse to semiconductors and the remaining to system hardware. The fundamentals of the systemcomponents are covered in other courses in EE curriculum and no focus on integration to solarconversion is presented. However this approach needs serious revision in view of the importanceand national focus on harnessing alternate energy, and the need for graduates trained in this field.In the design of the proposed course materials, emphasis will be placed on the hardware designstarting from the solar panel output to end

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Lessons for New Engineering Educators

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Marshall, University of Southern Maine

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New Engineering Educators

forth “linguistic intelligence,musical intelligence, logical-mathematical intelligence, spatial intelligence, and bodily-kinesthetic intelligence”3 to name a few. Gardener views intelligence as an individual’s abilityto solve problems or create products that are valued by society. The implication for teachingand learning is that instructors need to vary the inputs and have a repertoire of strategies forfacilitating learning. The more ways we find to process material, the stronger learningbecomes. We need to recognize there’s no “one best way.”Learning is enhanced in an enriched environment. The physical environment of the classroomis certainly important (aesthetics, climate, etc.), but so too is the learning environment that wecreate to get

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Don E. Malzahn, Wichita State University; Lawrence E. Whitman, Wichita State University; Zulma Toro-Ramos, Wichita State University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

assessments, teams met to develop a consensus evaluation of the workshop. Thisprovided an opportunity for the team to discuss their individual perspectives and develop aclearer understanding of the assessment dimensions. The average of all team’s consensusassessments determined the grade receive by the workshop presenters.The two exams in the course covered only material presented in the workshops (20% of semestergrade). Students took learning the workshop material seriously and performed well on the exams. Plan for Self-MasteryStudents developed their personal plan for developed from the compilation and integration ofwritings throughout the course. Each of these writings had been commented on and some sharedwith teammates. There were numerous

Conference Session

Mechanical and Architectural Engineering Laboratories

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nancy K Lape, Harvey Mudd College; David L Harris, Harvey Mudd College; Matthew Joseph Keeter, Harvey Mudd College; Madeleine S Ong, Harvey Mudd College; Zachary Dodds, Harvey Mudd College

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

optimize robots tocompete in a “Capture the Flag” style game. This paper will describe the course content andsummarize assessment results from the Fall 2010 pilot course.IntroductionIn Fall 2010, Harvey Mudd College began offering a new core curriculum with more electivity,including, for the first time, an elective in the fall semester of the freshman year. Most existingelectives have prerequisites and are not aimed at first-semester students. As part of thiscurriculum revision, HMC faculty have created a variety of new courses tailored to incomingfreshmen. The authors have recently completed teaching one of these courses, titled E11:Autonomous Vehicles, which offers an interdisciplinary hands-on introduction to engineeringmotivated by a robot

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Richard Chiou, Drexel University; Michael G. Mauk, Drexel University; Robin Kizirian, Drexel University; William Peeples, Drexel University

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NSF Grantees

interests include Robotics, Vibrations, Controls Systems, Internet-based Quality Control, and Renewable Energy Systems. Page 22.515.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 E-Quality Control Method for Measuring Solar Cell EfficiencyAbstractRecent results of laboratory and course development under an NSF, CCLI sponsored project,“CCLI Phase II: E-Quality for Manufacturing (EQM) Integrated with Web-enabled ProductionSystems for Engineering Technology Education” (NSF Award # 0618665) are presented. Thispaper discusses an educational effort that incorporates Renewable Energy in a senior

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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James Dean Palmer, Northern Arizona University; Joseph Flieger, Northern Arizona University; Eddie Hillenbrand

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NSF Grantees

mounting a campaign to a) take computer science to the high schools, b)increase the visibility of computing as a career, and c) develop curriculum and studies on how toconvey an appealing message that describes the opportunities and challenges of the field24.Compounding this problem is the fact that once we have prospective majors in the classroom,their prospects for success are not great. Low enrollments and high DFW rates are obviouslyconnected. Although computer science advocates claim computer science is not about mindless Page 22.985.6abstract programming done by lone hackers late at night, that is almost exactly what mostintroductory

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Capstone Projects and Experiential Learning

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Chip W. Ferguson, Western Carolina University; Phillip A. Sanger, Western Carolina University

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Engineering Technology

integrated PBL curriculum to address this need. Additionally, the “soft skills” learningthat have been previously presented during the capstone sequence will now be delivered in thePBL curriculum. We have learned that faculty mentors are key role players in achieving successwith the project in terms of meeting the learning outcomes. The faculty member has to develop abalance between meeting the needs of the customer, a completed product, and the experimentallearning that must take place over the course of the project. Finally, student teams who engagethe customer frequently throughout the progression of the project meet the requirements of theproject more frequently. The 2010-2011 capstone year now requires faculty and industry mentorsto meet one

Conference Session

Information Literacy Programs for First-Year Engineering Students

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Meagan C. Ross, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Michael Fosmire, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Ruth Wertz P.E., Purdue University, West Lafayette; Monica E. Cardella, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Senay Purzer, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Engineering Libraries

, and M. Nanny. 2003. “Turning techno-savvy into info-savvy: au- thentically integrating information literacy into the college curriculum.” Journal of Academ- ic Librarianship, 29(6), 386-98.xv Kuhlthau, ibid.xvi Holliday, Wendy, and Qin Li. 2004. “Understanding the Millennials: updating our knowledge about students.” Reference Services Review 32(4), 356-366.xvii Purzer, Senay, Meagan Ross, Ruth Wertz, Michael Fosmire, and Monica Cardella. “Assess- ing Engineering Students’ Information Literacy Skills: An Alpha Version of a Multiple- Choice Instrument.” In Proceedings of the ASEE National Conference, June 26-29, 2011 Vancouver, BC

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Novel Approaches to Teaching Materials

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John A. Nychka, University of Alberta

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Materials

showingsomething unexpected the students realize a gap in their knowledge and have a newfoundfascination and personal motivation for solving the mystery. The preceding steps help to engagethe students on an emotional, behavioral, and cognitive level, and thus induce intrinsicmotivation. This paper will discuss the pedagogy of the“Room with A VUE” system and concludewith a case study of curriculum development aimed at creating hands-on exploration experimentsin materials engineering to apply the system. This paper is not meant to be a resource of visualdemonstrations – such a resource is forthcoming from the author. The system to be discussed is rooted in the psychological motifs of behavioral,emotional, and cognitive engagement. Motivation

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Innovative Teaching Methods and Learning Models

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ahmed Cherif Megri, University of Wyoming

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

systems to find leaks. Any leakage in an unconditioned area, such as an attic or vented crawl-space, is a huge energy drain. In addition, duct leakage within the home can cause pressure differences that drive air out of or into the home.  Blower Door Testing – A blower door is a precisely variable speed fan installed in an exterior doorway (or other location to be studied) that depressurizes or pressurizes the home. This diagnostic tool helps quantify air leakages in a home that are otherwise difficult to detect.  Infrared Thermography – An infrared camera sees temperature difference, which helps to find hot and cold spots in a home, often due to lack of insulation, water leak or the presence of thermal

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Research on Engineering Design Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carla B. Zoltowski, Purdue University, West Lafayette; William C. Oakes, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Monica E Cardella, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Educational Research and Methods

22.1156.6Category 7: Human-centered design is Empathic Design, basing design on knowledgeEmpathic Design gained through a connection with end users, not on preconceived ideas and assumptions. A very broad understanding of stakeholders is developed beyond scope of project by interacting with users informally and in social situations. (William, Maddie, Greg, and David)The seven categories of description resulting from the study formed an outcome space that wastwo-dimensional with distinct, but not independent, axes: “Understanding of the Users” and“Design Process and Integration” as shown in Figure 1. The axes depict complex constructs andhave scales that were derived from the categories themselves and are

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Teaching Analog and Digital Communication: Novel Ideas for Lecture Courses, Laboratories, and Projects

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alexander M. Wyglinski, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Daniel J. Cullen

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Electrical and Computer

-levelunderstanding (i.e., breadth) of a modern digital communications device while focusing onseveral key aspects (i.e., depth) in the design and implementation of these systems. However,learning how to use an actual software-defined radio platform for prototyping digitalcommunication systems is often a lengthy, tedious, and complicated process. As a result, thistechnology is usually not employed within the undergraduate curriculum due to the relativelyshort duration of a typical undergraduate course, e.g., 7-14 weeks. Conversely, if the laboratoryexperiments and SDR modules have been pre-packaged for the students enrolled in the course,this would allow for a controlled exposure to SDR experimentation while simultaneouslyenabling the hands-on learning

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Geoffrey L. Herman, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Michael C. Loui, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

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NSF Grantees

, we report on the creation of the DLCI, particularly the public Page 22.142.2dissemination of version β1.0 at several institutions. The construction and dissemination of theDLCI were supported through funding under the Course, Curriculum, and LaboratoryImprovement Program of the National Science Foundation. To maintain the integrity of the instrument, we do not provide the whole DLCI. The DLCI isavailable only by request to the authors.2. Background To better explain the purpose of the DLCI, we first define what a CI is and what it is not.  A CI is a short, multiple-choice test that can classify a student as someone who thinks in

Conference Session

Alternative Energy Laboratory Experiences

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Narayanan M. Komerath, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

tested in the large return section of the John Harper wind tunnel at Georgia Institute of Technology. The set up is shown in Figure 2. This experiment yielded data on the behavior of highly flexible blades, but was otherwise a failure in power generation. An improved model with much more rigid blades is being built, with the blade construction effort pictured in Figure 3. The ultimate aim is to integrate such machines with other renewable generators, sharing the same footprint and power control systems. In 2006-07, progress was rapid, with one Master’s degree candidate working on it at full speed (he was later recruited by a wind energy company

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Steven W. Villachica, Boise State University; Donald Plumlee, Boise State University; Linda Huglin, Boise State University; Drew Borresen, Boise State University

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NSF Grantees

AC 2011-1091: ENGINEERING EDUCATION RESEARCH TO PRACTICE(E2R2P)Steven W. Villachica, Boise State University Steven W. Villachica, PhD, CPT, is an Associate Professor of Instructional and Performance Technology (IPT) at Boise State. His research interests focus on leveraging expertise in the workplace. A frequent conference presenter and author, Steve co-authored a chapters on cognitive task analysis and performance support systems that appears in the Handbook of Human Performance Technology and the Handbook of Training and Improving Workplace Performance: Volume 1. Instructional Design and Training Deliv- ery. A certified performance technologist, he completed his doctorate in educational technology at the

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Engineering Economy Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Heather Nachtmann, University of Arkansas; Kim LaScola Needy, University of Arkansas; Emily M. Evans, University of Arkansas

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Engineering Economy

AC 2011-1014: A LOOK INTO THE ENGINEERING ECONOMY CLASS-ROOMHeather Nachtmann, University of Arkansas Heather Nachtmann, Ph.D. received her Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering (IE) from the University of Pitts- burgh in 2000. She is currently an Associate Professor of IE at the University of Arkansas and the John L. Imhoff Chair in Industrial Engineering. Dr. Nachtmann serves as the Director of the Mack Blackwell Rural Transportation Center. Her research includes cost estimation modeling, economic and efficiency analyses of transportation and healthcare systems, and engineering economy education. Dr. Nachtmann teaches in the areas of engineering economy and cost analysis. She serves as an Area Editor for The

Conference Session

Graduate Student Experience

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Irene B. Mena, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Heidi A. Diefes-Dux, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Brenda Capobianco, Purdue University

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Graduate Studies, Student

AC 2011-658: DOCTORAL STUDENTS AS COURSE INSTRUCTORS: THREEENGINEERING TEACHING ASSISTANTS’ SOCIALIZATION EXPERI-ENCESIrene B. Mena, Purdue University, West Lafayette Irene B. Mena has a B.S. and M.S. in Industrial Engineering, and a Ph.D. in Engineering Education. Her research interests include K-12 engineering education, first-year engineering, and graduate student professional development.Heidi A. Diefes-Dux, Purdue University, West Lafayette Heidi Diefes-Dux is an Associate Professor in the School of Engineering Education at Purdue University. She received her B.S. and M.S. in Food Science from Cornell University and her Ph.D. in Food Process Engineering from the Department of Agricultural and Biological

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First-year Programs Division Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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C.J. Egelhoff, U.S. Coast Guard Academy; Susan Donner Bibeau, U.S. Coast Guard; K.L. Burns, U.S. Coast Guard Academy; Corinna Marie Fleischmann P.E., U.S. Coast Guard Academy

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First-Year Programs

, selection, orientation, the junior college experience, academicplanning and advising, community-building, curriculum development, and institutional selectionand alignment. A fundamental difference of this program is the number of expectations placedon the student during the Scholars year, spelled out in the written contract and reinforced duringorientation. Some methods of assessment have been presented.References1 Wood, Sandra; Hsia, Steven; Johnson, Pauline; Boykin, Karen; Wood, Sandy; Bowen, Larry; Whitaker, Kevin “Integrated engineering math-based summer bridge program for student retention,” Conference Proceedings, 2007 ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, 2007.2 Bielefeldt, Angela, “Introduction to environmental engineering courses aimed

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What Else do Environmental Engineers Need to Know

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Susan Powers, Clarkson University; Jan DeWaters, Clarkson University; Suresh Dhaniyala, Clarkson University; Mary Margaret Monica Small, Clarkson University

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Environmental Engineering

integrally linked due to the predominant influence of CO2 from fossil fuelcombustion on our climate. Sound knowledge regarding energy use and conservation, increasedefficiency of energy use, and alternative energy resources can all contribute towards both energyand climate literate individuals. Unfortunately, students generally do not understand energy Page 22.1376.2science. Results from our survey of over 1200 New York State high school students in 2008indicate low levels of energy-related knowledge, with less than 2% of the students scoring above80%; and only 20% scoring above a typical passing grade of 65% while 75% of the studentsanswered only

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Best Zone Paper Competition

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rebecca A Bates, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Andrew Petersen, University of Toronto Mississauga

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Council of Sections

environment benefits from the added value placed on collaboration andreciprocal learning. This paper describes a number of variations on the team testing idea anddiscusses how factors in the course affect the type of team test to develop.In a team test, the students complete an individual test paper as well as a group test paper. Theindividual component enforces individual accountability and allows the instructor to askquestions in formats that do not naturally benefit from a group discussion. The group componentasks the students to evaluate others’ ideas and to synthesize a solution that incorporates the bestideas generated by the members of the group. Due to the need to compare and defend ideas,questions on the group test naturally elicit and