Conference Session

Engineering Education Research in K-12

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

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Educational Research and Methods, K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

their instructional ideas for integrating the engineering designprocess in diverse ways, giving priority to different pedagogical or conceptual features (e.g.,subject matter, academic standards, and processes).ParticipantsThis study is part of a larger, multi-year project that examines elementary school students‟perceptions, aspirations, and identity development in engineering. The study population withinthe larger project includes 10 elementary school (defined as grades 1-5) teachers selected from apopulation of approximately 75 elementary school teachers in a large metropolitan school districtin the central Midwest. Mayflower Elementary School is one of the four elementary schools inthe metropolitan area. The demographic profile of the

Conference Session

FPD IV: Improving Student Success: Mentoring, Intervening, and Supplementing

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Dianne Raubenheimer, North Carolina State University; Jerome P. Lavelle, North Carolina State University; Monica Terrell Leach, North Carolina State University; Steven L. White, North Carolina State University ; Philip Albert Moses, North Carolina State University

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First-Year Programs

Engineering embarked on an exciting project. The goal was todevelop and pilot test a second-semester intervention course for students whose first semestergrades placed them on academic warning status at the university. Previously, no such courseexisted.The literature on student retention is very rich, and research shows that the issue involves acomplex1 and convergent2 set of factors. Retention at colleges and universities is important forschools as well as society3. Indeed, it is more cost effective to retain current students than torecruit new ones4. The retention of students continues to be a concern for college administratorsin higher education institutions. Some of the literature on retention suggests that it is critical forretention programs to

Conference Session

Thinking Outside the Box! Innovative Curriculum Exchange for K12 Engineering

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Micah Stickel, University of Toronto; Bruno Korst, University of Toronto

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

AC 2011-2171: ENGINEERING WITH ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM:A GUIDED-INQUIRY EXERCISE FOR HIGH-SCHOOL STUDENTS TOENHANCE UNDERSTANDING OF FARADAY’S AND LENZ’S LAWSMicah Stickel, University of Toronto Micah Stickel is a lecturer in Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at the University of Toronto. He first came to the department when he started as an undergraduate student in 1993. Since that time, he has completed the B.A.Sc. (1997), M.A.Sc. (1999), and Ph.D. degrees (2006). He has been involved in a number of research projects, including the use of spiral antennas for Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) systems, the design of high-fidelity directional couplers for digital circuits, and the application of

Conference Session

Innovations in Computing Education

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas J. Hacker, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Computing & Information Technology

environment, withinteraction controller through an embedded VNC window. The NEES project also uses IaaS inthe form of VMware virtual machines that provide a secure development sandbox for NEESsoftware engineering and users.In the context of developing virtual clusters, Infrastructure-as-a-Service is the most relevant typeof cloud computing. Generally, IaaS systems provide a higher level of management above theindividual system level for collections of physical systems and virtual machines running in afinite set of physical computer nodes. There are several types of IaaS cloud computing packagesavailable today that can be used to develop a virtual high performance computing cluster. As isthe case in virtualization technology, there are commercial and

Conference Session

WIED Poster Session

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Maria M. Larrondo-Petrie, Florida Atlantic University; Martha Elicia Beltran-Martinez, Organization of American States, Office of Science, Technology, and Innovation

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Women in Engineering

barriers in the recruitment, retention and promotion of women faculty in STEM academics, and 3. Partnerships for Adaptation, Implementation, and Dissemination (PAID) – support the extensibility of materials, tools, research and practices that have been demonstrated as effective in increasing the participation and advancement of women in stem careers.WEPAN, the Women in Engineering ProActive Network, received an ADVANCE award from the NSF,called ENGAGE (Engaging Students in engineering through Instruction and Mentoring). This is thefirst year of this 3 year project, which will fund teams and minigrants from 10 universities each year.The grants will focus is training teams on best practices and disseminating them to their

Conference Session

Innovations in Teaching Physics or Engineering Physics I

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kristi J. Shryock, Texas A&M University; Arun R. Srinivasa, Texas A&M University, Department of Mechanical Engineering; Jefferey E. Froyd, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Physics & Physics

subsequently obtained a Ph.D at UC Berkeley and has been a faculty in the mechanical Engineering Department at Texas A&M University. He is one of the curriculum coordinators for the freshman engi- neering program of the Dwight Look College of Engineering at Texas A&M University, and was also part of the committee that developed the current statics and dynamics class for the Department of Mechanical EngineeringJefferey E. Froyd, Texas A&M University Jeffrey E. Froyd is the Director of Faculty Climate and Development at Texas A&M University. He served as Project Director for the Foundation Coalition, an NSF Engineering Education Coalition in which six institutions systematically renewed, assessed, and

Conference Session

International Experience, Effective Instruction, and Student Exchange Programs

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Waddah Akili, Iowa State University

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International

practicalproblems and issues that practitioners usually face, into the classroom.(6) Pedagogical studieshave demonstrated that the case study/ case history approach to engineering education provides agreater understanding of the multifaceted nature of civil engineering.(7,8) They can be used to Page 22.312.2simulate a variety of learning protocols such as: design and analysis experiences,interdisciplinary issues and concerns, costs, hazards, owner preferences, and compliance withstandards and guidelines. Cases, by and large, describe situations, projects, problems, decisions,etc., and are primarily derived from actual experience, and do reflect thoughts

Conference Session

Mechanical and Architectural Engineering Laboratories

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rainer Bartz, Cologne University of Applied Sciences, Germany; Daniel Cox, University of North Florida

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

collected from the user, with first and last name being usually required Password while the salutation, the organization the user belongs to, and the purpose of Active his registration are RLAB specific. They allow to address the user properly, Admin RegisteredOn to identify the partner institution the user belongs to, and eventually to find Purpose out whether the user is using RLAB in a regular coursework, in some Salutation research project, or with some other purpose. The timestamp of registration Organization is kept, and some further information on the user can be stored at this entity OtherInfo

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

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NSF Grantees

been arranged directly between UND and BC, so the cost istransparent to the student. The DEDP cost structure is such that its per-credit course charges arecomparable to those at BC. Thus the proposed model is financially attractive even for small,private colleges.Examinations and evaluationBecause a major concern in administering examinations to distance-education students isacademic honesty, usually some form of proctoring is instituted2. DEDP assigns proctors todistance-education students and the proposed project utilizes BC faculty in this role.Senior designFor almost two decades, UND has taught senior design via distance learning. Typically,distance-education students are assigned a faculty advisor, form design groups, conceive a designof

Conference Session

DEED Poster Session

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Bryce Holloway, U.S. Air Force Academy; Daniel D. Jensen, U.S. Air Force Academy; Kristin L. Wood, University of Texas, Austin; Al Mundy, U.S. Air Force Academy; Bradley Adam Camburn, University of Texas, Austin

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Design in Engineering Education

formeasuring a system’s portability can be a critical asset when designing or redesigning a mobilesystem or when comparing two systems where mobility is important. Unfortunately, such arubric does not exist. The development and implementation of such a rubric is the focus of thisresearch. Note that this rubric could be used across a wide variety of student design projects and,as such, has wide applicability for enhancing engineering design projects. The portability rubricintroduced is designed to allow engineers to analyze systems being designed or systems thatalready exist. In either context, the rubric is used to quantify how portable a system is. The 18metrics that make up the rubric combine to cover the key components that constitute a

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stephen J. Krause, Arizona State University; Jacquelyn E. Kelly, Arizona State University; Dale R. Baker, Arizona State University

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NSF Grantees

classes. He is currently conducting research with NSF sponsored projects in the areas of: Modules to Promote Conceptual Change in an Introductory Materials Course, Tracking Student Learning Trajectories of Atomic Structure and Macroscopic Property Relationships, and Assessing the Effect of Learning Modes on Conceptual Change.Jacquelyn E. Kelly, Arizona State University Jacquelyn Kelly is doctoral student in Science Education at Arizona State University. Her Master’s de- gree is in Materials Science and Engineering and her undergraduate degree is in Physics and Chemistry. Her principle research interests are situated in engineering education and include conceptual develop- ment, engineering academic language acquisition

Conference Session

WIED Olio

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Natalie C.T. Van Tyne P.E., Colorado School of Mines; Chester J. Van Tyne, Colorado School of Mines; Kathryne Van Tyne, University of Chicago

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Women in Engineering

Schultz18 in organizing student teams for a semester-long engineering projectreveals a number of factors that affect team performance: abilities, attitudes, and personalities.For example, a team of high-performing, serious students tended to be individualistic and did notwork well together. Conversely, one highly successful team in Schultz’s course consisted ofaverage students who never argued and showed a strong willingness to work diligently on theproject. It seems that a balance of personalities, interest in the project, and attitudes towardworking as a team can result in positive team dynamics. Page 22.739.4Objectives of StudyThe present study

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Javier A. Kypuros, The University of Texas, Pan American; Horacio Vasquez, University of Texas, Pan American; Constantine Tarawneh, The University of Texas, Pan American; Robert D. Wrinkle, University of Texas, Pan American; Martin William Knecht, South Texas College

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NSF Grantees

orientation of axes changes Page 22.762.8the sign of vector components, and (3) cords apply force in tension (not compression). Studentsfail to distinguish between the length of the vector and its projections along the primary axes.Moreover, they can be readily confused if the axes are not oriented with directionality similar toproblems they are accustomed to in the textbook (i.e. a right-handed Cartesian coordinatesystem). When mistakenly arriving at a solution that implies that the vector force along a cord isin compression, students sometimes fail to stop and assess whether that makes sense. Figure 6: (a) Experimental

Conference Session

Impact of the Gulf Coast Oil Spill on Chemical Engineering Education & Misc.

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tamara Floyd Smith, Tuskegee University; Nadar Vahdat, Tuskegee University

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Chemical Engineering

the explosion. • An engineer with BP, team leader overseeing the project, ignored warnings about weaknesses in cement outside the well which could have prevented the gas from escaping. Page 22.764.105. Consequences • Environmental Damage - Oil Spills Damage Beaches, Marshlands and Fragile Marine Ecosystems • Oil Spills Kill Birds • Oil Spills Kill Marine Mammals • Oil Spills Kill Fish • Oil Spills Destroy Wildlife Habitat and Breeding Grounds • Health consequences6. Role of Government • The Interior Department exempted BP's drilling operation from a detailed environmental impact analysis last

Conference Session

Program Criteria, Assessment, and Sustainability in Civil Engineering

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Allen C. Estes, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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Civil Engineering

differentialequations, probability and statistics, calculus-based physics, and general chemistry; proficiency in a minimum offour (4) recognized major civil engineering areas; the ability to conduct laboratory experiments and to criticallyanalyze and interpret data in more than one of the recognized major civil engineering areas; the ability to performcivil engineering design by means of design experiences integrated throughout the professional component of thecurriculum; and an understanding of professional practice issues such as: procurement of work, bidding versusquality-based selection processes, how the design professionals and the construction professions interact to constructa project, the importance of professional licensure and continuing education

Conference Session

Expanding the Borders of Engineering Education

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Farris, Grand Valley State University; Paul Merritt Lane, Grand Valley State University

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Cooperative & Experiential Education

: Beyond Cultures by Hall. When the Ak-47s Fall Silent: Revolutionaries, Guerrillas, and the Dangers of Peace by Timothy C. BrownAssessments: Student’s grade will be based upon a number of assignments. At the discretion of the instructor, assessments may include, but are not limited to: Exams Journal Research Project(s) Attendance and ParticipationFinal Grade: Total points will be divided by total possible points and the final grade will be assigned according to the following schedule. A 93.0 - 100% C+ 77.0 - 79.9% A- 90.0 - 92.9% C 73.0 - 76.9% B

Conference Session

K-12 and Pre-College Engineering Poster Session

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Melanie R. Ford, Pennsylvania State University, Erie; Vibhuti Dave, Pennsylvania State University, Erie; Kathryn Holliday-Darr, Penn State Erie, The Behrend College

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

few events targeting the female population.This is a fun event that will hopefully result in students attending other similar workshops andseminars helping them understand the wide variety of career options that lie ahead of them ifthey choose to pursue a degree in either science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) fields. Page 22.954.12References1. National Science Board, “Science and Engineering Indicators 2008,” National Science Foundation, Arlington, VA, 2008.2. U.S. Department of Education Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics, “Projections of Education Statistics to 2017,” NCES 2008-078

Conference Session

Using Web-Resources and Literature to Teach Engineering in P-8

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Emily M. Hunt, West Texas A&M University; Michelle L Pantoya, Texas Tech University; Aaron S. Hunt, Canyon Independent School District; Abbye M. Reeves

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

approaches tailored mainly toward hands on activities. The key is not simply to testfor comprehension but to examine the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics(STEM) thinking of each student. This study examines the development of an engineering texttargeting early elementary grade levels and performs an early assessment of the potential impactof the literature on engineering thinking. The literature developed in this project maycomplement the Engineering is Elementary curriculum such that formal integration of theliterature may enhance early childhood learning.Science can be described as an enterprise that builds and organizes knowledge in the form oftestable explanations and predications about the world [7-8]. Engineering can be

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stephanie Farrell, Rowan University; Stewart Slater, Rowan University; Mariano Javier Savelski, Rowan University; William J Calvo, Chemical and Molecular Engineering Program, Stony Brook University (Stony Brook, NY)

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NSF Grantees

consumerproduct concepts. The problems have been reviewed by multiple students and faculty. They arecurrently being evaluated in the sophomore Principles of Chemical Processes classes at XXUniversity to get feedback from students for further improvement and assess their impact. Theproblem sets have been incorporated into a user –friendly document and posted on PharmaHUBfor use by other universities.AcknowledgementsThis project has been supported by a National Science Foundation Engineering Research Centergrant, NSF grant #ECC0540855References1. Savelski, M.J., Slater, C.S., Del Vecchio, C.A., Kosteleski, A.J., Wilson, S.A., “Development of Problem Sets for K-12 and Engineering on Pharmaceutical Particulate Systems,” Chemical Engineering Education, 44

Conference Session

New Developments in Teaching Electromagnetics and Related Topics

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas Michael Petersen, Grand Valley State University, Graduate School of Engineering; Bogdan Adamczyk, Grand Valley State University

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Electrical and Computer

AC 2011-967: LABORATORY DRIVEN EMC EDUCATION - DESIGN OFA POWER SUPPLYThomas Michael Petersen, Grand Valley State University Graduate School of Engineering Thomas Petersen received his M.S.E. degree with an emphasis in electrical engineering from Grand Valley State University in 2010 and his M.B.A. degree from the University of Notre Dame in 1991. He is currently a consultant to the electric power generation industry. As a recent graduate student his electrical interests include electromagnetic compatibility, and his business interests include project management, quality management, and process optimization.Bogdan Adamczyk, Grand Valley State University Dr. Adamczyk has developed EMC laboratory at GVSU to support EM

Conference Session

Curricular Developments in Energy Education II

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Abed El Hameed El Madwar, University of Northern Iowa; Kenan Baltaci, University of Northern Iowa; Reg Recayi Pecen, University of Northern Iowa

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

International Sustainable World Project Olympiad (isweep.org) and International Hydrogen Energy Congress. Dr. Pecen is representing UNI at Wind Energy Alliance, IWEA, and IAwind.org. Dr. Pecen has been teaching Building Operator Certificate (BOC) workshops for the Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (MEEA) since 2007. www.uni.edu/˜pecen www.uni.edu/indtech/eet Page 22.923.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 Integration of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology to Undergraduate Education in EET ProgramsAbstractThe depleting fossil fuel resources and

Conference Session

Curricular Issues in Computer-Oriented Programs

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Afsaneh Minaie, Utah Valley University; Paymon Sanati-Mehrizy, University of Pennsylvania; Ali Sanati-Mehrizy, Pennsylvania State University; Reza Sanati-Mehrizy, Utah Valley University

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Computing & Information Technology

Systems.Princeton U.S. None N/A NoneUniversity46Rice U.S. Mobile and Mobile & CE/CS: Mobile andUniversity47 Embedded Embedded Wireless Networking System Design Systems and Application Mobile Wireless CE/CS: Security of SRVC Project HW Embedded Mobile Wireless Systems Services ProjectUniversity of U.S. Introduction to Embedded System N/ABerkely48 Embedded Design: Models, Systems

Conference Session

Design Education II

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Vedaraman Sriraman, Texas State University, San Marcos; William A. Stapleton, Texas State University

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Manufacturing

equation in their projects is an importantpreparation for industrial careers.Program OutcomesAfter several revisions made in consultation with the program’s stakeholders, the Texas StateUniversity Manufacturing Engineering Program Outcomes (PO) were created. The PO as theyexisted prior to the initial ABET accreditation evaluation are:Each graduate is expected to have:1. An ability to apply the principles of math, science, and engineering to the solution of practical problems.2. An ability to plan and conduct experiments and interpret the results of the experiment.3. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs.4. An ability to function effectively on a multi-disciplinary team.5. An understanding of professional and

Conference Session

Innovative Adult and Technology Enhanced Programs

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Eugene Rutz, University of Cincinnati

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Continuing Professional Development

basisoften in another location where there may be issues getting particular courses. When a studentleaves early, the program completion rate suffers and there is lost income to the college. As thecurricula were developed, consideration was given to keeping required undergraduate coursesthroughout the last year of the program. The senior design project usually provides thisconstraint in that it may not be possible to offer that course(s) out of sequence. In the case of theElectrical – MBA program in Figure 1, it is typically not possible to complete all of the SeniorElectives (EE Sr Elec) prior to the 5th year.Advanced Placement – Completing both degrees in five years requires that students are ahead ofthe traditional curriculum. Students are best

Conference Session

Developing International Engineering Research, Course Enhancement, Leadership of, and Online Engineering Education

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ali Mehrabian, Daytona State College; Walter W. Buchanan, Texas A&M University; Alireza Rahrooh, Daytona State College

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International

Physical Experiments: Application within A Laboratory Course,” AmericanSociety for Engineering Education (ASEE) Annual Conference, Chicago, IL.[2] King, B., McCausland, H. and Nunan, T. (2001) “Converting To Online Course And Program Delivery: The UniversityOf South Australia Case Study,” International Review of Research in Open and Distance Learning: 1, 2.http://www.icaap.org/iuicode?149.1.2.7[3] Mehrabian, A., Alvarado, K., and Nahmens, I., (2007). “Application of Technology in Project-based DistanceLearning,” EISTA 2007, Orlando, FL.[4] Nunan, T. (2000). “Exploring the concept of flexibility,” In V. Jakupec & J. Garrick, J. (Eds.), Flexible learning, andhuman resource development (pp. 47-66). London: Routledge.[5] Bates, A.W., & Poole

Conference Session

Engineering Design in Pedagogy

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rebecca N. Macdonald, University of Alabama; Beth Todd, University of Alabama

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Design in Engineering Education, K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

, Building Alabama,engineering design curriculum modules have been developed to be deployed in schools. Whileworking on these various projects, the authors noticed the similarities yet subtle differencesbetween the design process and the scientific method. K-12 students are taught early on thescientific method and continue to apply it as they proceed towards graduation. This left theauthors to wonder:If the scientific method helps students understand the questioning nature of science, would theaddition of the engineering design process help students understand design as a problem solvingtool and enhance appreciation of the function of an engineer?The scientific method enables students to gain insight into a scientist role and logic. In order toget a

Conference Session

Assessment and Evaluation of K-12 Engineering Programs

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tao Hong, Purdue University; Senay Purzer, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Monica E. Cardella, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Engineering and Public Policy, K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

understanding of the 0.56 technical world16. My motivation for teaching science is to educate scientists, engineers and 0.56 technologists for industry17. In a science curriculum, it is important to include planning of a project 0.4718. How important should pre-service education be for teaching DET? 0.3819. DET has positive consequences for society 0.50Factor 2: Familiarity with DET20. How familiar are you with DET? 0.6621. Have you had any specific DET courses outside of your pre-service curriculum? 0.4822. How confident do you

Conference Session

Myths About Gender and Race

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Peggy Layne, Virginia Tech

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society, Minorities in Engineering, Women in Engineering

for water, wastewater, and solid and hazardous waste policy issues. Ms. Layne has degrees in environmental and water resources engineering from Vanderbilt University and the University of North Carolina School of Public Health. She spent 17 years as a consulting engineer with several firms, and was formerly a principal at Harding Lawson Associates in Tallahassee, FL, where she managed the office and directed hazardous waste site investigation and cleanup projects. Ms. Layne is an active member of the American Society of Civil Engineers and a registered professional engineer. She served as president of the Society of Women Engineers in 1996-97 and is FY11 Chair of SWE’s Government Relations and Public Policy

Conference Session

Manufacturing Process Education

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Merwan B. Mehta, East Carolina University

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Manufacturing

AC 2011-921: PROMOTING AWARENESS IN MANUFACTURING STU-DENTS OF THE NEED FOR SIMULTANEOUS IMPLEMENTATION OFLEAN SIX-SIGMA AND ACTIVITY BASED COSTINGMerwan 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/methods engineer, machine tool design engineer, manufacturing engineer, technical partner, project director, vice-president and consultant. His present re- search interests are enhancing manufacturing and business processes through lean principles and theory of constraints, and

Conference Session

Automation Subjects in Manufacturing Education

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Christopher M. Greene, Rochester Institute of Technology; Scott J. Anson P.E. P.E., Rochester Institute of Technology

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Manufacturing

placed on wooden pallets for removal from the room.Tables and chairs were organized and sorted. Equipment required cleaning, dusting, andorganization. Although it may appear that these activities were simple, time and care was spentin the organization. Benefits of such an undertaking included prevention of possible accidents, Page 22.1248.3elimination of time searching for tooling, and prevention of possible defects arising in theequipment. Physical cleaning operations required multiple passes with detergents for propercleaning.A large sub-project requiring approximately one month of time was the complete refinishing ofthe laboratory tables and