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2010 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

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David H. Plantz; William M Simpson Jr. P.E.

. The goal is to have cases that highlight Coast Guard issues from the fields ofmarine safety, naval engineering, and aviation which are the most common career paths forgraduates in the Mechanical and Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering majors. In addition,material science case studies from outside the Coast Guard will be examined to ensure thatgraduates have an appreciation for national and global material science challenges. Byexamining failures as well as successes, students will have an opportunity to consider theconsequences of poor decision-making and will be able to explore ethical considerations. Ascase studies are incorporated, tools are being developed to assess the impact of this educationalapproach on student learning and

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2010 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

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Lisa Shatz

active learners,and, in written evaluations, were very positive about this activity. In 2008, one of our teamsplaced as a finalist for a design of a watch that monitors vital signs, winning $1000 and theopportunity to meet with venture capitalists to discuss bringing their product to marketbeating out more than 200 other entries.This class gave students the opportunity to develop other important engineering skills. Otherassignments include the design of an original experiment, and summarizing talks given byvisits from a Suffolk alumnus of the department who works at Canon Design Inc and a groupleader from a local defense laboratory. They also explored the ethical consequences ofengineering decisions in an assignment on the Space Shuttle

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2010 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

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Ismail I. Orabi

- sponsoredprogram for the 2008-2009 student projects. The mechanical engineering capstone designcourse is intended to be a unique experience for senior engineering students. Students arerequired to complete a two- semester capstone design course sequence involving the applicationof their theoretical knowledge to solve pressing real-world problems. Each project includes the 1development and use of design methodology, formulation of design problem statements andspecifications, consideration of alternative solutions, feasibility considerations and detailedsystem descriptions. Projects include realistic constraints, such as economic factors, safety,reliability, maintenance, aesthetics, ethics, political and social

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2010 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

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Joanne Tuck

Designers of Death: Nazi Engineers during the Holocaust Joanne Tuck Wentworth Institute of Technology1. Introduction I’ve been teaching the Facing History and Ourselves: Holocaust and Human Behaviorcourse to juniors and seniors at the Wentworth Institute of Technology for twenty- five years.This humanities and social science elective is a unique course that deals with many social issuesusing the Holocaust as a case study. This is done through the explorations and analysis of a hostof ethical and moral concerns relating to and continually challenging Wentworth students on anindividual, societal and national level.To fully engage the students in

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2010 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

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Brian Savilonis

emphasized design through its program outcomes, but criterion 3 also includesteamwork, communication skills, ethics and professionalism, and an understanding of theimpact of engineering in a broad global and societal context. Various project modes havedeveloped in response to these criteria. Berg and Nasr [1] suggest a capstone coursewhich has a strong environmental component to help meet “those difficult ABETprogram educational outcomes.” Nicholas et al [2] suggest community service projects tostrengthen student understanding of societal needs. Hoffman [3] has used rehabilitationand disability needs to bridge design to society. In the thermal fluids area, Janna andHockstone [4] reviewed traditional design assessment with some link to economics

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2010 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

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Tom Goulding

for anindependent learning environment whether that bein the classroom or online. The exercises foster ahigh work ethic, rapid absorption of knowledge anddemand immediate application of advancedconcepts. They are designed to appeal to thepsyche of a generation of students who lovecomputer games, are always searching forknowledge on the internet and are comfortable incollaborating with others as a result of theirexperiences playing multi-player games on theworldwide web. A specification (Figure 3) is also provided whichEven the first week’s Hello World exercise (Figure identifies sources for the knowledge they must2) is utilized to motivate students to quickly reach acquire as

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2010 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

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John W Duggan P.E.; Henderson Pritchard

compete inthe marketplace. While the recent global recession has dampened the rate of green building growth, statistics revealthat the future of the construction market will continue to increase its focus on green, or sustainable, building(USGBC/Booz Allen Hamilton, 2009). Students in construction and facilities management programs that integratethe ethics and methods of green building design and construction will be prepared to take on the emergingchallenges and opportunities in the built environment arena.The forces driving sustainable design include concerns for the environment, new technology, economics andgovernment regulation. The influence and impact of each of these forces need to be understood in order to applysustainable design

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2010 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

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Kevin John McDonnell; Anne Joan Caraccio; Nithin Susan Abraham; Nicholas Alexander Ruffini; Susan Gallardo; James Patrick Abulencia

example is the community of Nagcarlan,Philippines. There is a need for potable water, free of harmful contaminants and diseases, in thisdisadvantaged region. With a concern such as this in mind, it is important for up and comingengineers in the 21st century to realize that it is our responsibility and our ethical duty to addressthese issues. Therefore, through a course in service learning, young engineers will put to usewhat they learned in their studies and apply them to address this community’s problem. Studentswill apply their knowledge to develop a cost-effective and efficient personal water purificationsystem for the people of Nagcarlan. Tests have shown that the water supply in the area iscontaminated with heavy metals, volatile organic

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2010 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

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Ryan Ferguson; Richard Lupa; Bradford Powers; Henry Whitney; Salah Badjou

understood, documented, and presented in both oral and written form. Emphasis is placed on research, innovation, project management, decision- making, prototyping, design for manufacturing, design for testability, environmental and ethical issues in design, depth and breadth of analysis, quality of hardware, documentation, and communications. Prerequisites: Junior Status; ELMC160 Electromechanical Design I; MECH302 Mechanics of Materials; ELEC244 Digital Systems; ELEC443 Analog Circuit DesignDesign Process The objectives are to design and construct a sensor-based, lightweight, and cost-effectivesolar tracker versatile enough to be used in a wide range of environments. For optimal suntracking, the

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2010 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

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Salah Badjou

written form. Emphasis is placed on research, innovation, project management, decision- making, prototyping, design for manufacturing, design for testability, environmental and ethical issues in design, depth and breadth of analysis, quality of hardware, documentation, and communications. Prerequisites: Junior Status; ELMC160 Electromechanical Design I; MECH302 Mechanics of Materials; ELEC244 Digital Systems; ELEC443 Analog Circuit Design. Students are subsequently required to take 2 semesters of capstone design course (8 credithours), ELMC 831 and ELMC 881, in their 5th year. Therefore, the design projects provide afocus and integrator of other, more traditional, courses. This approach has been very

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2010 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

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Ali Alshubbak; Saeid Moslehpour; Eugenio Pellicer; Joaquín Catalá

and conduct experiments, as well as analyze and interpret data. Design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs. Function on multi-disciplinary teams. Identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems. Understand professional and ethical responsibility. Communicate effectively. Understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context. Recognize the need for and the engagement in life-long learning. Know the contemporary issues. Use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering.According to Rodrigues, R. [4]: new engineers should be able, according to theindustry’s needs, to presume several activities such as: Confirm

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2010 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

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Andrea Baruzzi; Theresa M Calcagno

Using Electronic Resource Guides to Enhance Information Literacy Skills Andrea Baruzzi, George Mason University Theresa Calcagno, George Mason University Session 2: Tools, techniques, and best practices of engineering education for the digital generationAbstractThe importance of teaching information literacy skills to college students cannot beoverstressed. Due to the explosion of electronic information resources, it is critical thatengineering and science students learn key research skills that help them locate, evaluate andutilize information effectively, efficiently and ethically. Such skills will help them becomeinformed students and

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2010 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

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Benjamin Cadieux; Lee Denaro; Paul Ellsworth; Adam Robert; Salah Badjou

manufacturing, design for testability, environmental and ethical issues in design, depth and breadth of analysis, quality of hardware, documentation, and communications. Prerequisites: Junior Status; ELMC160 Electromechanical Design I; MECH302 Mechanics of Materials; ELEC244 Digital Systems; ELEC443 Analog Circuit Design. Objectives:The objectives of this design are as follows:- Create a system that will turn off a structures gas supply if one or both of the following conditions are met; Elevated levels of gas or if the temperature within a structure is elevated beyond a reasonable level indicating a fire within a structure.- Manipulate the sensors to be able to communicate with a

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2010 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

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Paul C. King; Gerarda M. Shields

Mathematics Social Responsibility Technical Writing Applied Science Environmental Stewardship Research Ethics Technical Vocabulary Sharing Credit Summarizing and Review As can be seen from Table 1, the IP courses will have a strong focus on soft skills. The skill setdeveloped through the IP courses is designed to be applicable to a wide range of future career choices.While students are encouraged to pursue careers in the architecture and civil engineering disciplines, themission of the IP courses is to successfully transition students into any career path that they choose.2.4 Curriculum Development Process The team’s curriculum development