Conference Session

Objectives, Assessment, and Methods for Teaching Technological Literacy

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Steve Macho, Buffalo State College; Su Wang, China National Institute for Educational Research

Tagged Divisions

Technological and Engineering Literacy/Philosophy of Engineering

instruction. To meet these goals and objectives a workshop plan was created. The plan was tocombine lectures and hands on activities. Dr Macho provided the lectures and Michael Bastonilead the hands-on portions. The intention was to immediately reinforce the ideas presented in thelectures with tactile experiences, and then reflect on those experiences. The content of thelectures were the design methods described in American Society for Engineering Education(ASEE) paper A Functional K-12 Conceptual Framework for Teaching Technological Literacy 1.The hands-on experiences were centered on design challenges using Totally Trebuchet kits fromGears Educational Systems, LLC.Method The method of gathering data was a mixed design of quantitative

Conference Session

Mechanical and Architectural Engineering Laboratories

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Teodora Rutar, Seattle University; Gregory Mason, Seattle University

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

Figure 1. Pre-lab assignmentLAB #1 – Instructions to students in the labFirst, please examine equipment you were given. Then, brainstorm with your lab teammates onhow you can use the given equipment to design experiments that demonstrate the Seebeck and thePeltier effects. Present two experimental plans to the professor. If approved, then set up the twoexperiments. Have them checked by the professor. Once approved, go ahead and run them andgather data.In the next part of this lab you are tasked to design another experiment, but not to actually conductit. This time, you are tasked with measuring the efficiency of the system that powers the fan.Brainstorm with your teammates on how you would do it. The following questions can guide you:What data

Conference Session

Curricular Developments in Energy Education I

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrew L. Gerhart, Lawrence Technological University; Robert W. Fletcher, Lawrence Technological University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

• Defining LEED • Emergency preparedness planning. Page 22.467.6Besides standard classroom instruction, the students go on site visits, are visited by special guestlecturers, and complete four projects. In detail, the projects are as follows:1) Preparation of an “Energy Conservation Plan” with the following aspects: identifyingopportunities, determining an action plan, calculating the savings, written report.2) Working in a team of two students perform an actual energy audit with the following aspects:energy audit scope & plan, walk-down & information gathering, analysis, recommendations,written report.3) Preparation of an Environmental

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Technical Session

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brittany Lynn Luken, Georgia Institute of Technology; Susan L. Hotle, Georgia Institute of Technology; Meltem Alemdar, Georgia Institute of Technology; Laurie Anne Garrow, Georgia Institute of Technology

Tagged Divisions

Multidisciplinary Engineering

, she has used a variety of evaluation methods, ranging from multi-level evaluation plans designed to assess pro- gram impact to monitoring plans designed to facilitate program improvement. Dr. Alemdar’s leadership evaluation work includes serving as lead evaluator on NASA’s electronic Professional Development Net- work (ePDN), a new initiative dedicated to preparing teachers to engage their students in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) fields through the use of NASA-developed learning materials and resources. She also serves as the lead evaluator on several NSF funded Noyce Scholarship programs. She has direct experience leading evaluation of STEM programs and has contributed to evaluations of

Conference Session

WIED Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Emiko Hirose Horton, Shibaura Institute of Technology; Kumiko Miki, Nihon University

Tagged Divisions

Women in Engineering

to basic information such as the ratio ofmale and female students, faculty members, or workers. As for the academic institutions, 24questions were asked including the questions regarding the plans to increase the number offemale students and the support for female faculty members. On the other hand, 31 questionswere asked of the member corporations related to their efforts to improve the workingenvironment for female workers as well as some basic questions such as the ratio of femaleworkers, and present conditions regarding maternity/nursing leave.Ratio of female engineers The number of responses (=14 of 98) received from the member corporations wassmall and not really an adequate number to investigate the present conditions of women

Conference Session

Global Engineering Education: Cross-cultural Awareness and Social Impacts

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Iskandar A. Hack, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne; Gary D. Steffen, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne; Azrul Hisyam Abdul Rahman, Universiti Kuala Lumpur, British Malaysian Institute

Tagged Divisions

International

c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 Providing International Experience through Studying Abroad for Engineering Technology StudentsIn 2004 we began an investigation to provide international experience for engineeringtechnology students at Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) thatwas currently not available. The original plan was to have a small group of students go toKuala Lumpur, Malaysia for six weeks to study with Malaysian students in a projectorientated course. This was planned for the summer of 2005. The project was actuallycompleted for the first time during 2006, and repeated again in 2007. A group of fourstudents from the Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology

Conference Session

Biological & Agricultural Technical Session II

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cindy Waters, North Carolina A&T State University; Sanjiv Sarin, North Carolina A&T State University

Tagged Divisions

Biological & Agricultural

c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 Integrating Biology and EngineeringAbstract:This paper presents planned activities and some recent successes related to collaborative effortsbetween engineering and biology at North Carolina A&T State University. For many years,faculty in engineering and biology have teamed up to submit research proposals, much of thiscollaboration has occurred through personal relationships among faculty members. Morerecently, the university has encouraged a formal and intentional cooperation between the twodisciplines in an effort to find mutual benefits. Spurred by the establishment of newbioengineering degree programs and helped by the NSF Engineering Research Center

Conference Session

Manufacturing Process Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lisa Denny Choate, Cannon County High School; Kenan Hatipoglu, Tennessee Technological University; Ismail Fidan, Tennessee Technological University; Mohamed Abdelrahman, Texas A&M University, Kingsville

Tagged Divisions

Manufacturing

security, laboratory safety rules, intellectual property issues, etc.  Introduction by mentors to their research areas and possible research questions/opportunities.  Training in research methodology for independent investigation: o Teachers work with their mentors and graduate students to understand and refine the research questions. The mentors guide the teachers to identify and understand the theories and references needed to investigate their questions. o Teachers develop a computer study and/or experimental measurement plan to address the research study question in consultation with their mentors.  Identify possible curriculum links of the study question

Conference Session

Developing Systems Engineering Curriculum, Part I

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lisa Guerra, NASA Headquarters; Wallace T. Fowler, University of Texas, Austin; Martin James Brennan, University of Texas, Austin, Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics

Tagged Divisions

Systems Engineering

responsibilities involved strategic planning, international cooperation, cross-directorate coordination, ar- chitecture analysis, and exploration control boards. Prior to this assignment, Ms. Guerra worked in the Biological and Physical Research Enterprise and the Space Science Enterprise in the capacity as Special Assistant to the Associate Administrator. While in the Space Science Enterprise, she managed the Decadal Planning Team a precursor effort to enabling the Bush Administration’s Vision for Space Exploration. Ms Guerra also spent 3 years at the Goddard Space Flight Center as Program Integration Manager for future high-energy astrophysics missions, particularly the James Webb Space Telescope. Ms. Guerra started her

Conference Session

SE Capstone Design Projects, Part I

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Richard W. Freeman, U.S. Coast Guard Academy; Richard J. Hartnett P.E., U.S. Coast Guard Academy

Tagged Divisions

Multidisciplinary Engineering, Systems Engineering

include turning a 2-wheel drivevehicle into all wheel drive and silent (no engine) drivability. The current project plan is todesign and build a full-scale prototype system. Major system components include energycapture, energy storage and energy delivery as well as braking and acceleration control systemsand a rudimentary anti-lock brake system.Cadets from Civil and Mechanical Engineering are collaborating as a capstone team with twoElectrical Engineering cadets who are collaborating with them via a directed study. The amountof collaboration required for this grant is a major departure from past years. In this pilot, thereare three Faculty Advisors, representing the three majors and a senior faculty membersupervising the entire project. Issues

Conference Session

Two Year-to-Four Year Transfer Topics Part II

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Patricia F. Mead, Norfolk State University; Gwen Lee-Thomas, Quality Measures, LLC; Abe Eftekhari, Northern Virginia Community College; Ji Hyon Mun, Thomas Nelson Community College

Tagged Divisions

Two Year College Division

. Gwen has conducted over 30 workshops and presentations on cultural, racial, and generational diversity; assessment, evaluation, and accreditation; teaching and learning; and leadership. Gwen teaches organization administration and culture, internship experiences, multicultural university, project management capstone course, and strategic planning and institutional effectiveness at Old Do- minion University in the graduate program of the Darden College of Education. Prior to ODU, she was the Executive Assistant to the President from 2004 2005 and Director of Assessment from 1998 through 2004 at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technologya small private STEM college in Indiana. She has also served as an editorial associate of

Conference Session

Focus on Capstone Experiences in the Chemical Engineering Curriculum

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Senra, Lafayette College; Scott Fogler, University of Michigan

Tagged Divisions

Chemical Engineering

Vision 10 Negotiation Skills, Financial Planning 11 Time Management5, Cross-Cultural Communication 12 Entrepreneurship 13 Gender Issues in Engineering, Proper Decorum in the Workplace 14 Final Project PresentationsThese areas are explored using the following means. Problem Solving Lectures: Creative problem solving skills are developed using theproblem-solving heuristic outlined in the text Strategies for Creative Problem Solving by Foglerand LeBlanc, whose origins are derived from the McMaster Five-Point Strategy.6,7 The heuristicwill be described in more detail later. Group Problems: Students

Conference Session

SPECIAL SESSION: Educational Methods and Tools to Encourage Conceptual Learning I

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Donald P. Visco Jr., University of Akron

Tagged Divisions

Chemical Engineering, Educational Research and Methods

concept andadhered to the size constraints of the project. This work is an update on this process.Student Design Desktop Modules – The Process PlanIn an effort to best describe the overall goal of the project, it is illustrative to sketch out a long-termimplementation plan. As such, a seven-year plan is provided, which allows ample time forfeedback and refinement of the ideas. While seven years might seem like a long time, the processhas refinement/feedback steps incorporated directly. The outline of this process plan is providedbelow.Year 1: Students design and build a desktop module to demonstrate a single thermodynamicsconcept.Year 2: Students take existing student-designed modules from the previous year and refine them tobetter demonstrate

Conference Session

DEED Poster Session

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lee king-lien, National Taipei University of Technology, Department of Electro-Optic Engineering; Chih-Hsiung Ku, National Dong Hwa University; Chao-Chia heng, National Central University

Tagged Divisions

Design in Engineering Education

case study that it is expected aredesign of prototypes of light guide panels by design-around strategies to avoidinfringement of existing patents can be used to illustrate the integrated process.Key Words: systematic innovation, design-around, the theory of inventive problem-solving, patent infringement, light guide panelIntroduction Most of large enterprises adopt a policy distribution of independent technologicalresearch and development and innovation, they supply themselves with the innovationachievements or sell to relevant industries to make profits. The enterprises should hold thesetechnical patents firmly to maintain a market position of leading innovation. However, notonly large enterprises could plan and practice high

Conference Session

Green Renewable Energy and Engineering Technology

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bill Hutzel, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Otie Kilmer, Purdue University; Zhenyu Cheryl Qian, Purdue University; Rosemary L. Kilmer, Purdue University; Clark A Cory, Purdue University; Travis Horton, Civil Engineering; Mark Shaurette, Purdue University; Raymond Patrick Hassan, Purdue University; Jonathon Day, Purdue University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

, our team was also invited to submit aconceptual design, which included a 1/48 scale model and a poster board describing the home.The judges liked what they saw because our team was one of 20 invited to join the competition. The summer of 2010 was needed to recruit a team for completing the project. Up until thispoint the group had consisted of about 5 to 10 dedicated students from Mechanical EngineeringTechnology, Building Construction Management, and Interior Design, but a much larger groupwas required to tackle the design, construction, fundraising, event planning, and public relationswork. A high profile competition to create a new generation of sustainable housing proved to bea compelling topic because recruiting new talent was

Conference Session

Assessment Methods and Learning Pedagogy II

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shi Stan Lan, DeVry University, Tinley Park

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

performance (Douglas, 2008). This research was to address the questionwhether there were significant differences between the three levels (low, adequate, andhigh) of virtual attendance in newly implemented blended-learning classes, in regard tostudents’ academic performance measured by the end-of-term overall scores.The research resulted in significant findings between different levels of e-learningattendance in regard to students’ end-of-term overall scores in blended-learning format.The statistical results asserted that for both programming and English classes, the virtualattendance in various e-learning activities played a critical role in student performance.The pre-planned and correlation tests revealed that, for students enrolled in

Conference Session

Introducing Sustainability into Engineering Education

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Brandes, Lafayette College, Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering

Tagged Divisions

Environmental Engineering

Department of Energy, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation of Natural Resources. He serves on the Watershed Advisory Board of the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission and on the Board of the Bushkill Stream Conservancy. Page 22.1361.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 Sustainable Stormwater Management as an Opportunity for Campus and Community-based Engineering EducationAbstract Sustainable stormwater best management practices (BMPs) seek to mimic natural or predevelopment site hydrology, improve runoff quality, can

Conference Session

Innovative Program and Curricular Development

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Eugene Rutz, University of Cincinnati

Tagged Divisions

K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

an open wiki site at http://sites.google.com/site/eyfcincinnati. The wiki site also hasthe added advantage that high school instructors can contribute to the site with lesson plans,grading rubrics, and project plans. A discussion forum is also available that facilitates continued Page 22.1644.5discussion among teachers.Changes were not made to the open-ended nature of the projects. While some are challenging tolead and can cause students to struggle, they represent the best opportunity for students toexperience the true nature of engineering. Moreover, once students succeed in the project work,their sense of accomplishment and enthusiasm for

Conference Session

Capstone Design Projects in ECE

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

George York, U.S. Air Force Academy; Daniel J. Pack, U.S. Air Force Academy

Tagged Divisions

Electrical and Computer

plan to verify the design meets requirements. 2. Apply proper software design practices with previously acquired software experience to assess requirements, develop valid ready-to-code software designs, write code for the risk reduction prototype and plan to verify that the design meets requirements. 3. Use system engineering and management tools including schedules, risk management, configuration management, and progress reporting to complete the project design, risk reduction prototype and integration and test plan on-time. 4. Cooperatively work as a multi-disciplinary team to execute the project plan. 5. Successfully communicate the details of a project through written documents and oral presentations

Conference Session

Innovative Instructional Strategies and Curricula in ECE I

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chris C Delia Jr., Rowan University; Peter Mark Jansson P.E., Rowan University; John L. Schmalzel P.E., Rowan University; Carlos Daniel Barreiro; Kevin Anthony Whitten, Rowan University

Tagged Divisions

Electrical and Computer

, utilizing Kaneka’s new multi-junction “Hybrid” amorphousmodules. The installation required that all work be completed in accordance with local laws andcodes as well as be designed for optimal array output. Working in an engineering clinicenvironment, modeled after the medical school approach, undergraduate engineering studentswere charged with design and installation of this system to meet any necessary political anddesign specifications. This involved every aspect of design, including obstruction shadinganalysis, PV array layout, single-line design, specification, procurement and purchasing of allrequired balance of system (BOS) equipment, as well as plan submittals for Rowan Universityand New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) approval

Conference Session

Attracting Young Minds: Part I

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Claude Villiers, Florida Gulf Coast University; Shelby Gilbert, Ed.D., Florida Gulf Coast University; Yves J. Anglade, Florida A&M University/Florida State University

Tagged Divisions

Minorities in Engineering

: Work with certified teachers and/or FEF Ph.D. Fellows Sharpen skills in mathematics, critical reading and/or writing Explore math and language arts in action through applied activities and projects Learn test-taking strategies that will help enhance scores on the SAT Take weekly simulated practice SAT's Participate in college planning workshops with guidance counselors and college and university admission and financial aid representatives Interact with professionals in career planning sessions Earn elective high school credit for satisfactory completion of Summer Camp requirements, if eligibleFlorida Education FundThe Florida Education Fund (FEF), under the leadership of Dr. Lawrence

Conference Session

Innovative Teaching Methods and Learning Models

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ahmed Cherif Megri, University of Wyoming

Tagged Divisions

Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

and HVAC systems.We discuss the capstone design program from students’ point of view, and the experience earned indesign, experimentation, and also in written and oral communication skills. Future plans to evaluate theeffectiveness of this capstone in term of learning outcomes.Introduction:In many states, local authorities and state officials spend significant amounts of money, time, andresources each winter to help low income families pay their heating bills. Many weatherization programsexist. However, these programs focus only on adding insulation and sealing major air leaks. Energyefficiency measures are applied with various degrees of comprehensiveness. The capstone design courseobjective is the conduction of a comprehensive study that

Conference Session

Recruiting, Retention, and Diversity in Engineering Technology

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Omer Farook, Purdue University, Calumet ; Chandra R. Sekhar, Purdue University, Calumet, Department of Technology; Jai P. Agrawal, Purdue University, Calumet; Essaid Bouktache, Purdue University, Calumet; Ashfaq Ahmed P.E., Purdue University, Calumet; Hassan Moghbelli, Isfahan University of Technology, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Texas A&M University, Department of Mathematics

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

knowledge of both hardware and software. Thereis a shortage of individuals who could implement hardware-software integration in design anddevelopment. The proposed degree curriculum plan will bridge the gap between these twodisciplines, and will provide the students a solid foundation in each. The proposed curriculumwill integrate the knowledge in the areas of electronics, computer and software with intensiveclassroom and laboratory experiences.From a software perspective, the proposed curriculum would draw its resources and wouldinclude most of the existing courses from the Computer Science curriculum within thedepartment of Mathematics, Computer Science, & Statistics . Students will gain proficiency insoftware design and development using

Conference Session

Design and Graphics Potpourri

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nathan W. Hartman, Purdue University, Computer Graphics Technology; Mitchell L. Springer, Purdue University, West Lafayette

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Design Graphics

supportive environment in which constructive criticism is not aimed at individuals but instead focused on content and ideas. • The starting point and focus of a course should be the needs and interest of the adult learning. • Course plans should include clear course descriptions, learning objectives, resources, and time lines for events. • General to specific patterns of content presentation work best for adult learners. • Active participation should be encouraged, such as by the work groups, or study teams17.In a study by Wittenborn 11, it was shown that the presentation of product lifecycle management(PLM) and computer-aided design (CAD) concepts was effective in engaging

Conference Session

TAC/ABET Related Outcome Based Assessment Methods and Models

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Richard Cliver, Rochester Institute of Technology (CAST); William M. Leonard, Rochester Institute of Technology; Elizabeth Dell, Rochester Institute of Technology; Robert A. Merrill, Rochester Institute of Technology

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

mechanics and mechanical design. He has been a MET Program Evaluator for ABET for 10 years. Professor Merrill has also con- sulted with area industry for over 30 years primarily in the area of mechanical design and reliability. He earned a BSME from Clarkson and a MSME from Northeastern. Page 22.129.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 ABET Report GenerationAbstractA continuous improvement plan is central to the Accreditation Board for Engineering andTechnology (ABET) accreditation criteria. The management of the continuous improvementprocess utilized by many academic programs requires the collection

Conference Session

SE Capstone Design Projects, Part I

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Keith G. Sheppard, Stevens Institute of Technology; John A Nastasi, Stevens Institute of Technology; Eirik Hole, Stevens Institute of Technology; Peter L. Russell, Stevens Institute of Technology

Tagged Divisions

Multidisciplinary Engineering, Systems Engineering

SECompetency Areas of DoD known as SPDRE-SE/PSE7, which means Systems Planning,Research, Development and Engineering (SPRDE) – Systems Engineering (SE) and ProgramSystems Engineer (PSE) and shown in Appendix A. This was developed for the defenseacquisition community and is one of a number of such competency models that have beendeveloped in the SE domain. They are used for workforce development and education. The SECapstone project goals listed below have the numbers of relevant competencies from AppendixA noted: Identify the needs and objectives of key stakeholders including the operational and life-cycle context, and how these shape and set the scope for the development program (2, 4, 5). Demonstrate recognition that the value of a system

Conference Session

Curricular Innovations in College-Industry Partnerships

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Josh Tenenberg, University of Washington, Tacoma

Tagged Divisions

College Industry Partnerships

practicing industry professional (the industry fellow) in the joint curriculumreview, planning and teaching of a course related to the professional's domain of expertise. Thebalance of this paper is structured as follows. In the next section, I provide an overview of theIndustry Fellows model. This is followed by a description of three instantiations of the modelthat define the range of kinds of participation by the industry fellow that this model supports.Following this, I discuss the key characteristics common to the model, with links to supportingresearch: viewing education as increasing participation in practice communities20, division oflabor along lines of expertise8, using authentic artifacts of practice to mediate humaninteraction29,30, and

Conference Session

Thinking Outside the Box! Innovative Curriculum Exchange for K12 Engineering

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joseph J. Biernacki, Tennessee Technological University; Donald P. Visco, University of Akron; Evangelynn Thurber, Cookeville High School; Ryan Thomas Pavlovsky

Tagged Divisions

K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

helping them translate their research experiences and new knowledge of engineering into classroom activities 7.”The RET site at TTU is called RETainUS and is a multidisciplinary program focused onreintroducing manufacturing in its modern view, “a field full of challenging opportunities.” Theprogram pairs faculty mentors from different departments with high school teachers. The teacherjoins the mentor’s research group, develops a research question and for six weeks during thesummer months conducts research, much as a graduate student or Research Experience forUndergraduate (REU) student would. During that time, the teacher also develops a lesson plan,using the Legacy Cycle pedagogy8 that will be implemented in the succeeding school

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chung-Suk Cho, University of North Carolina, Charlotte; David S. Cottrell, University of North Carolina, Charlotte; Candace E. Mazze, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Tagged Topics

NSF Grantees

Paper ID #2108Research in Progress: Transforming and Integrating: Evolving ConstructionMaterials & Methods to the Next LevelChung-Suk Cho, University of North Carolina, Charlotte Dr. Chung-Suk Cho is an Assistant Professor at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Department of Engineering Technology. His teaching and research focus on project scope definition, pre-project planning, sustainable construction, project administration, construction safety, construction simulation, and project management. He has prior teaching experience at North Carolina A&T State University in construction management and

Conference Session

Sustainability and Humanitarian Engineering

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Seamus F. Freyne, Mississippi State University; James P Abulencia, Manhattan College; Powell Draper, Manhattan College

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Ethics

ethical issue? The possible responses were “yes,” “probably,” “maybe,” “unlikely,” and “no.”• How relevant is this ethical issue to your career plans? The possible responses were “very much,” “considerably,” “somewhat,” “hardly,” and “not.”• How important is this ethical issue to society? The possible responses were “very much,” “considerably,” “somewhat,” “hardly,” and “not.”The ethical issues can be described as macroethics in the sense that these problems demand thecollective actions of engineers and society, as opposed to microethics that typically involves onlyindividuals. Undeniably, the study of macroethics is significantly different from topics thatmight emerge in a more conventional engineering ethics course and requires new content