Conference Session

Visualization tools, modeling abilities and grading models

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Holly K. Ault Ph.D., Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Alister Fraser, Parametric Technology Corp.

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Engineering Design Graphics

the content of typical textbooks and software tutorial manuals used tosupport coursework 1-5. Typical procedural learning objectives for an introductory engineeringdesign graphics course include the ability to create and constrain sketches, create variousfeatures, create assemblies, render models, and generate drawings from solid models 12,13.Documentation of part modeling strategies using freehand sketches is also mentioned. For asecond level course12, the learning objectives included both procedural and strategic knowledge, Page 23.31.2including the ability to incorporate design intent using parameters, applying tolerances, buildingdesign

Conference Session

"How Do We Compare?" - Students, Case Studies, and Learning Approaches

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joshua A Enszer, University of Maryland Baltimore County; Mariajose Castellanos, University of Maryland, Baltimore County

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Chemical Engineering

scores factored in.Results and DiscussionFor the following comparisons, the entire population of the Spring 2012 course (n=39) is used. Aone-sample t-test is conducted on the population correlation coefficient to determine if there is astatistically significant correlation between the adjustment factors computed by both CATMEand the point division method.Point Division vs. CATME (including self-evaluation)Figure 1 shows the results of student ratings including their own self-assessment scores in thecomputation. There are fourteen students who received ratings of 1.05 from the CATME Page 23.32.4computation and eight students with ratings of 1.0

Conference Session

Online Learning

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michelle E Jarvie Eggart PE, University of Maryland, University College

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Computers in Education

Point presentations with embedded audio files.IntroductionIt is suspected that lecture delivery methods which incorporate more media would appeal to moretypes of learners. There are three basic types of learners:1. Visual, or those who think and learn in pictures2. Auditory, or those who learn by hearing3. Kinetic/Tactile, or those who learn by moving, touching, and doingHypermedia technology has been shown to have the potential to accommodate learners withdifferent needs through its rich environment1, suggesting that when more senses are used by adigital media, a greater variety of learners can be accommodated. By designing lectures whichincorporate more senses, it may be possible to relate to a larger percentage of the class via their

Conference Session

Chemical Engineering Poster Session & Unit Operations Lab Bazaar

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William M. Clark, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Nicholas Janeiro Medeiros, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Donal James Boyd; Jared Snell, WPI; Lucas J Brutvan, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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Chemical Engineering

to its highviscosity. Transesterification converts the high viscosity oil into 3 biodiesel molecules withviscosity and other properties similar to those of petroleum diesel fuel1. The overall reaction forproduction of biodiesel from vegetable oil is Triglycerides + 3 Methanol Glycerol + 3 Methyl Esters (1)Vegetable oil is primarily composed of triglycerides with long chain aliphatic groups of the formCH3(CH2)7CH=CH(CH2)7, but different types of oils have different amounts of saturated andunsaturated fats of various types2. The methyl esters, also called fatty acid methyl esters(FAMEs), are the biodiesel product we seek. The reaction can be either base-catalyzed or acid-catalyzed.The apparent simplicity of

Conference Session

Incorporating Technology into Construction Education

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Namhun Lee, East Carolina University

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Construction

Paper ID #7821A Conceptual Framework for Technology-Enhanced Problem-Based Learn-ing in Construction Engineering and Management EducationDr. Namhun Lee, East Carolina University Namhun Lee is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Construction Management at East Carolina University, where he has been teaching Construction Modeling and Information Technology, Construc- tion Planning and Scheduling, Construction Estimating, Equipment Management, and Advanced Cost Estimating and Cost Analysis. Dr. Lee’s main research areas include: 1) Information Visualization and Decision Support Systems, 2) Building Information Modeling

Conference Session

Computer Hardware and Simulation

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Biswanath Samanta, Georgia Southern University; Jonathan Gregory Turner, Georgia Southern University

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Computers in Education

system was implemented for a physical system to reinforce concepts learnedin Mechatronics coursework. The controlled physical system was a rectilinear spring-mass-damper system, Model M210, from Educational Control Products (ECP)14. MATLAB fromMathworks13 aided the design of a discrete-time PID controller. National instruments LabVIEW Page 23.36.2was used to implement the control system and an FPGA based data acquisition hardware wasused to interface software controls and the physical system10,11. The physical system used forcontrol implementation is shown in Fig. 1. The model depicts a 3 degree-of freedom system inrectilinear motion consisting

Conference Session

Engineering Education in the Middle East and Technology Exploration in Africa and Developing Countries

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Muhammad Ali, University of Florida; Fazil T. Najafi, University of Florida

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International

signalized intersection will also be simulated. Finally on the basis of delaysimulation output, LOS of pedestrian and traffic flow is identified which ultimately helps forthe selection of facility and should be useful for enhancing the current assessment ofproviding pedestrian bridges. Page 23.37.3Methodology:The general methodology is represented through a flowchart in Figure-1. Yes Yes FIGURE 1 Flow diagram for facility selection procedure Page

Conference Session

Basic Concepts in Entrepreneurship

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Leo E. Hanifin, University of Detroit Mercy; Ross A. Lee, Villanova University; Jonathan Weaver, University of Detroit Mercy; Kenneth F Bloemer, University of Dayton; Cynthia C. Fry, Baylor University

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

universities though the“Helping Hands Dense Network” is described in a previous ASEE paper. 1The three-year project focused on intrapreneurship is described graphically in Figure 1. Phase I Phase II Phase III Figure 1 - Intrapreneurship Study PlanThe team recently completed Phase I, and this paper presents a summary of its findings. Thepurpose of Phase I is to expand the knowledge and understanding of i-ship and innovation asthey relate to engineering education outcomes. It is hoped that those findings will definelearning outcomes of engineering education programs (Phase II). This in turn will guide thedevelopment of curriculum and experiences at

Conference Session

Culture, Race, and Gender Issues

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cindy E Foor, University of Oklahoma; Susan E. Walden, University of Oklahoma; Deborah A. Trytten, University of Oklahoma; Randa L. Shehab, University of Oklahoma

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Educational Research and Methods

construction of women’s identities and roles in past and present societies, and most recently, equity issues surrounding gender and underrepresented populations in engineering education. She can be contacted at cynthia.e.foor-1@ou.edu.Dr. Susan E. Walden, University of Oklahoma Research Institute for STEM Education, Director Sooner Engineering Education Center, Associate Direc- tor for Education and Outreach University of OklahomaDr. Deborah A. Trytten, University of Oklahoma Dr. Deborah A. Trytten is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at the University of Oklahoma. She holds a doctorate and master’s in computer science, and a master’s in applied mathematics from Michigan State University. She also holds a B.A

Conference Session

Distance Education and Engineering Workforce Professional Development

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Noah Miller, Northrop Grumman, Electronic Systems; Timothy Boyd, Northrop Grumman Corporation; Eric Paul Pearson, Northrop Grumman

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Continuing Professional Development

. Page 23.1403.3The Northrop Grumman, Electronic Systems Leadership Training ProgramAs the 21st Century began on January 1, 2000, it was already evident, the “baby boomer”generation was fast approaching retirement age and there would soon be a shortage of engineers,scientists and corporate leaders. In 2003, Northrop Grumman Electronics Systems Engineering& Manufacturing Division at the Baltimore, Maryland location, in partnership with Learning andDevelopment (L&D), developed a unique approach to accelerate leadership development forrecent graduates by creating an experiential, eighteen-month Leadership Training Program(LTP). The core curriculum, known as the Foundations of Leadership, was a significant part ofthe experience and was

Conference Session

Programs in Entrepreneurship

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Steven B. Shooter, Bucknell University; Seth Orsborn, Bucknell University

Tagged Divisions

Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

the otherdrowned trying to save her. Professor Henry thought “How can this happen in such an affluentcollege community?” So, she met with Mr. Rotolo, who is the father of one of the children anduncle to the other, and his minister to talk about how she could help. The result was a studentproject initiated in her class on multiculturalism and education that has raised thousands ofdollars to sponsor pool passes for local families in need. The Poolpass Project has now passedthree years of operation and become a sustainable student-run philanthropic organization 1. Page 23.1404.2For the eclectic mix of students enrolled in “Impact: Exploring

Conference Session

Global Engineering Education Cross-Cultural Awareness and Social Impacts

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Claudio da Rocha Brito, Science and Education Research Council; Melany M. Ciampi, Safety, Health and Environment Research Organization; Rosa Maria Castro Fernandes Vasconcelos, Universidade de Minho; Luis Alfredo Martins Amaral P.E., University of Minho; Victor Freitas de Azeredo Barros, Science and Education Research Council

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International

young students are choosingengineering as a career to pursue despite work market demand for engineers.1. IntroductionExamining more carefully the training of engineers, it is assumed that technical skill isassociated with understanding and proficiency in a particular type of activity, especially thosethat are involved in methods, processes and procedures. As an example, one can take the trainingof the engineer, who - mostly - is focused on calculations, simulations and projects,characterizing it as an individual, above all, objective. Since the human ability can be understoodas the ability of individuals to interact with others and respect fellows and nature, theseindividuals are aware of their own attitudes, opinions and beliefs on

Conference Session

NSF Grantees' Poster Session

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Richard M. Bennett, University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Margaret Helen Russell, University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Claudia J Rawn, University of Tennessee, Knoxville

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

details of each e presenttation are athttp://ef.eengr.utk.edu u/RISER/pre-calculus/maath-130/.Algebra anda quadratiic equations:: Since the engineering e instructor iss a structurall engineer, hebegan thee visits by deescribing wh hat he did in his professiional practicce. The enginneeringillustratio on was desig gn of a reinfo orced concreete beam. Thhe formula tto determinee the requireddarea of thhe reinforcem ment steel is: wu l 2  1 As f y   0.9 As f y  d   8  2 0.8 f b c where wu is the load = 200 lb/in; ݈ is the leng gth

Conference Session

First-Year Programs (FPD) Poster Session

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Pamela Renee Lockwood, West Texas A&M University; Emily M. Hunt, West Texas A&M University

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First-Year Programs

in a learning community were retained in engineering at a rate of 53% in comparisonto 46% for those not enrolled in the learning community. Although not statistically significant(p=0.0924), after matching on the propensity score students enrolled in the engineeringcommunity were retained in engineering and at the university at a higher rate than those notenrolled in the learning community experience.IntroductionAcross the United States, institutions of higher education have utilized varying forms of alearning community experience in efforts to improve outcomes for first-year students. Lenningand Ebbers [1] defined four common forms of learning communities: (1) curricular learningcommunities that enroll a cohort of students in two or more

Conference Session

FPD 3: Research on First-Year Courses

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jess W. Everett, Rowan University; Maggie A Flynn M.A., Elizabethtown College

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First-Year Programs

) concept serves a population of motivatedstudents who learn by collaborating with faculty and other students. Engineering LearningCommunities (ELC) are, to the most part, LLCs. Most LLCs are communities in which studentspursue their academic curriculum with a blended co-curriculum involving a theme, concept, orcommon subject matter while living together in a reserved part of a residence hall.1 Students areoften connected through enrollment in specific sections of courses that act as supportivescaffolding to the community.2 LLCs range in size but typically do not exceed 75 participants.3The small size of LLCs assists in developing supportive peer relationships.4Living and learning communities are designed to increase student satisfaction and

Conference Session

Engineering Libraries (ELD) Poster Session

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Greg Tourino, North Carolina State University; Martin W. King, North Carolina State University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Libraries

incorporate Web 2.0 technologies such as wikis or blogs into thefinal course project in order to increase the collaboration among his students within their groupsand enhance their learning experiences. The use of Web 2.0 technologies such as wikis or blogscan provide several learning and collaborative benefits to students through opportunities for thestudent groups to interact with each other, with faculty and with industry experts who can offercomments after reviewing their blog pages [1]. Other benefits include increasing their writingskills, communication skills and providing an introduction to principles of web design by addinga digital element to their traditional projects and in-class presentations through the incorporationof text, images and

Conference Session

Institutional Perspectives and Boundary Work

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ron D Dempsey, Southern Polytechnic State University

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society

, expertise, and power of the correspondingengineering technology programs. The effects of this “boundary crisis” are materializing in thedeclining enrollments in the engineering technology programs that have correspondingengineering programs (Figure 1). This data demonstrates that the introduction of civil,mechanical, and electrical engineering has had a negative effect on the enrollments in thecorresponding engineering technology majors. Civil Engineering Technology has decreased inenrolled majors by 62%, electrical engineering technology by 44%, and mechanical engineeringtechnology by 30.4% during a five year period. Please note, however, that engineeringtechnology programs which do not have a corresponding engineering major, such as

Conference Session

Outreach Along the K-12 Pathways to Engineering

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kelly B Crittenden, Louisiana Tech University; Heath Tims, Louisiana Tech University; David E. Hall, Louisiana Tech University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

similar to Figure 1 shown below to help them visualize the loading. Theassignment for the teams is to: Page 23.2.3 • Design a truss on paper to meet the specified requirements (shown below). • Draw a diagram of the truss and compute dimensions of members and angle measures. • Use the method of joints to calculate the forces in each member and show if they are in tension (T) or Compression (C). • Use this computation to predict the external force that will cause the truss to fail. • Build the truss based on the dimensions and the rules for the design. • Test the truss. • Turn in the design with a written post

Conference Session

Distance Education and Engineering Workforce Professional Development

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cyrus Habibi P.E., Minnesota State University, Mankato; Tina alaei; Andrew Lillesve, IRE

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Continuing Professional Development

(ABET). In a project-based learning environment where students are highly motivated, professionalism can be easilyintegrated into the curriculum. Iron Range Engineering, a newly established project-basedprogram, has given considerable attention to professionalism and has incorporatedprofessionalism in the curriculum as a course series. In this paper, we discuss the Iron RangeEngineering program, professionalism activities, ABET outcomes associated withprofessionalism and the integration of professionalism in the curriculum.1- IntroductionSince the publication of Engineer 20201 (and before) and the modification on accreditationcriteria made by ABET, professionalism has been an important subject in the engineeringeducation2,3. The expectations of

Conference Session

Distance Education and Engineering Workforce Professional Development

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ed Alef, Rochester College; Soma Chakrabarti, University of Kansas

Tagged Divisions

Continuing Professional Development

and organization, the results of asustainable, value add TCEP will never be fully realized.So, let’s delineate a recipe for success that is founded on the strengths of the General Motors(GM) Technical Education Program (TEP) and over 650 other technical education programscapsulated by nine universities who partner with the organizations that sponsor these sameprograms. These universities who offered insight into the strongest attributes needed by a TCEPto produce a sustainable, value-added contribution are listed below: 1. Carnegie Mellon University 2. Cornell University 3. Indiana University 4. Kansas, University of 5. Kettering University 6. Michigan – Ann Arbor, University of 7. Missouri University of Science

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering (ME) Poster Session

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nina Robson, California State University, Fullerton, Texas A&M University

Tagged Divisions

Mechanical Engineering

constantlychanging demands of our society is inductive teaching [1]. In this approach, the studentsare first presented with a challenge and they attempt to solve it. Learning takes placewhile students are trying to understand what they need to know to address that challenge.Students tackling these challenges quickly recognize the need for facts, skills, and aconceptual understanding of the task at hand. At that point, the faculty provides minimalinstruction to help students learn on their own. Bransford, Brown, and Cocking [2] surveyextensive neurological and psychological research that provides strong support forinductive teaching methods. Ramsden [3], Norman and Schmidt [4] and Coles [5] alsodemonstrate that inductive methods encourage students to adopt a

Conference Session

Retaining and Developing Women Faculty in STEM

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ziyu Long, Purdue University; Patrice Marie Buzzanell, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Klod Kokini, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Robyn F Wilson, Purdue University; Jennifer C Batra, Purdue University ; Lindsey B. Anderson, Purdue University

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Women in Engineering

, there is a growing body of research on undergraduate mentoring. However,few studies explore faculty mentoring processes in academic settings and none describe howfaculty mentoring networks are enacted in ways that advantage and disadvantage particulargroup members such as women in engineering.44 Our research expands the current literature by studying not only women faculty members’mentoring relationships but also women engineers’ developmental mentoring networkconfigurations. Furthermore, we explore an underresearched mentoring process known asepisodic or spontaneous mentoring and mentoring moments.1 As such, we contribute to much-needed empirical research on women in STEM disciplines (science, technology, engineering, and

Conference Session

Innovations in Teaching and Research in Physics or Engineering Physics I

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Baha Jassemnejad, University of Central Oklahoma; Scott Tracewell StJohn; Evan C. Lemley, University of Central Oklahoma; Kevin Rada, University of Central Oklahoma, Department of Engineering and Physics; Juan Camilo Orozco

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Engineering Physics & Physics

of life. This style of hands-on introductoryengineering curriculum course has been advanced as one approach to improving retention1.Introduction courses are important because freshmen engineering students “have unclear goalsand values”, “are apprehensive and anxious about their unfamiliar surroundings and newexperiences”, and “are not well versed about the culture and expectations of engineering studyand are unaware of optimum strategies for approaching it”1. It is believed that the introductorycourses are a crucial part of addressing these psychological challenges for freshmen engineeringstudents1. This is borne out by some data; intro courses with an emphasis on hands-on learning,helping students become accustomed to their new setting

Conference Session

Mentoring Minority Students

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Christine S Grant, North Carolina State University; Tuere Bowles, NC State University; Olgha Bassam Qaqish, North Carolina State University; Rex E Jeffries, North Carolina State University; Barbara Smith, North Carolina State University

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Minorities in Engineering

biomedical group of successful URM engineering faculty; andtargeted research experiences at a large research university, leveraging partnerships withagency-sponsored programs.1. Introduction The purpose of this work is to present the program and evaluation design for an existingmentoring research program for underrepresented students at North Carolina State University.The BioMed-Connect Alliance (BMCA) initiative was established in 2011 by ProfessorChristine Grant as a pilot program to target Underrepresented Minority (URM) students atvarious academic levels to further enhance their understanding of the translational aspects ofresearch and educational activities to express informed career choices to maximize theirexperiences in Biomedical

Conference Session

Engineering Libraries (ELD) Poster Session

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jay J. Bhatt, Drexel University (Eng.); Kevin P Drees, Oklahoma State University; Tom C. Volkening, Michigan State University; Carol A. Brach, University of Notre Dame; Mary L. Strife, West Virginia University; Amy S. Van Epps, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Bruce Neville, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Libraries

situations. 1. Provide guidance on successfully helping students from diverse subject backgrounds 2. Tips on matching learning styles with providing instructional consultations 3. Guidance on communicating with studentsA current database of information experts is available on the ELD web site can be updated toprovide information experts who have worked with closely with international students and haveaddressed such issues. This database can be initial starting point to make connection with theELD expert.Emerging programsNew emerging technology areas such as bionanotechnology require new librarians to becomefamiliar with their collection, research and instructional needs.As new academic research initiatives become increasingly

Conference Session

New Concepts for Alternative and Renewable Energy Courses

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Craig J. Hoff, Kettering University; Jennifer Aurandt, Kettering University; Matthew R. O'Toole, Kettering University; Gregory W. Davis, Kettering University; Steven Nartker, Kettering University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

opportunities and challenges associated with producing andutilizing biofuels. This paper provides a summary how biofuel learning activities have beenintegrated into the educational program.IntroductionLearning experiences are greatly improved when students are intrinsically motivated by thesubject matter. An intrinsically motivated student will undertake an activity "for its own sake, forthe enjoyment it provides, the learning it permits, or the feelings of accomplishment it evokes.1”An extrinsically motivated student performs "in order to obtain some reward or avoid somepunishment external to the activity itself.1" Studies show that intrinsically motivated studentstend to employ strategies that demand more effort and that enable them to process

Conference Session

New Approaches in Engineering

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Singli Garcia-Otero, Virginia State University; Nasser Ghariban, Virginia State University; Fedra Adnani

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Minorities in Engineering

other engineering programs in the U.S., we require incoming freshmen to declaretheir intended major. All the engineering students are required to take two semesters ofIntroduction to Engineering (ENGR 101 and ENGR 102). This paper discusses some of themethods we used in first semester of Introduction to Engineering to increase the retention rate,and provides the statistical results for the past two years.IntroductionThe demand for more diversified and qualified graduates in science, technology, engineering andmathematics (STEM) has increased dramatically in recent years, as many baby boomersapproach the retirement age [1]. In response to the demand, the number of freshman engineeringstudents has grown considerably over the last decade and this

Conference Session

Robotics, Mechatronics, and Control Systems - Multidisciplinary Perspectives

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Li Tan, Purdue University, North Central; Jean Jiang, Purdue University, North Central

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

learning achievement will beaddressed. More importantly, we will examine the course assessment based on the analysis ofcollected data from grading student course work, course evaluation and learning outcome survey.Finally, we will address the possible course improvement according to our assessment.II. Course OutlinesThe multidisciplinary course consists of the ME dynamic system modeling and EE feedbackcontrol system design (co-listed as ME 376/ECE 382) as shown in Figure 1 and is offered in thesecond semester in junior year with a 16-week class schedule. Three-hours of lectures each weekare allocated. Concurrently, the control system laboratory course (ECE 308) is offered with threecontact hours each week. The pre-requisite courses include Linear

Conference Session

Basic Concepts in Entrepreneurship

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Barbara A. Karanian Ph.D., Stanford University; Mona Eskandari, Stanford University; Jackie Liao, Stanford University; Zubair Ahmed

Tagged Divisions

Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

quests forentrepreneuring success are qualitatively analyzed using the following two questions: 1) How do we introduce and measure the predictive engagement aspect of vulnerability in successful entrepreneurial storytelling? And, 2) How do we develop a procedure for applying the storytelling results to the start-up phases of entrepreneurial work and illuminate its effectiveness for delivering innovation.Increasingly, academic and industrial collaborations begin as entrepreneurial expectations fordelivering something novel. Defining the first steps of start-ups results in discussions of a seriesof related concepts: innovation, empathy, and storytelling. While the media is rich

Conference Session

Rethinking Engineering Writing

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Steven R Walk, Old Dominion University

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society

impetus for the writing initiative described in this paper came from the OldDominion University's (ODU) Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP). As described on the universityweb site, the intention of the QEP is to improve upper-division undergraduate students'disciplinary writing, i.e., that writing that demonstrates a reasoning process supported byresearch and reflection on a problem, topic, or issue.14 Two faculty development andengagement initiatives were initiated: Writing as a critical skill that goes beyond demonstratingproficiency with the mechanics and structure of writing per se, and writing as a means tocommunicate what has been learned.Skill in writing is demonstrated by six student learning outcomes of the ODU QEP: 1. Clearly state a