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Conference Session
Capstone & Senior Design Projects
Collection
2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Joseph A. Morgan, Texas A&M University; Jay R. Porter, Texas A&M University; Kristina Rojdev, NASA; Daniel Carrejo, NASA; Anthony J. Colozza
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Engineering Technology
Page 24.927.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2014 NASA Wireless Smart Plug: A Successful ESET Capstone Design ProjectAbstract – NASA has been interested in technology development for deep space exploration, and one avenue of developingthese technologies is via the eXploration Habitat (X-Hab) Academic Innovation Challenge. In 2013, NASA’s Deep SpaceHabitat (DSH) project was in need of sensors that could monitor the power consumption of various devices in the habitatwith added capability to control the power to these devices for load shedding in emergency situations. Texas A&MUniversity’s Electronic Systems Engineering Technology Program
Conference Session
Capstone & Senior Design Projects
Collection
2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Aleksandr Sergeyev, Michigan Technological University; Nasser Alaraje, Michigan Technological University; Quinn Alexander Parnell; Turki Arif Aldulaijan, Michigan Technological University; Kerry O'Conner
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Engineering Technology
Paper ID #8476EET Capstone Student Project: Chemical Mixing Plant Integrated with Pro-grammable Logical Controller and Human Machine InterfaceProf. Aleksandr Sergeyev, Michigan Technological University Aleksandr Sergeyev is currently an Associate Professor in the Electrical Engineering Technology program in the School of Technology at Michigan Technological University. Dr. Aleksandr Sergeyev earned his bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering at Moscow University of Electronics and Automation in 1995. He obtained the Master degree in Physics from Michigan Technological University in 2004 and the PhD degree in Electrical
Conference Session
Capstone & Senior Design Projects
Collection
2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Everardo Frias Rios; Ahmed S. Khan, DeVry University, DuPage; Darryl Vince Padgett, DeVry University, Addison
Tagged Divisions
Engineering Technology
University’s Senior Project Capstone Course SequenceDeVry University’s Electronics Engineering Technology program senior project is a four sessioncourse sequence in which students synthesize knowledge and skills learned in the previouscourses. In the first course (ECET-390 Product Development), students research, plan anddevelop a project proposal. In the next three courses (ECET-492/493/494), Senior Project Page 24.102.2Laboratory) students implement the project plan by building and testing a prototype. A typicalproject involves a solution to a software/hardware based engineering problem. The process ofdeveloping and implementing a solution to the
Conference Session
Topics Enhancing ET Education
Collection
2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Michael Johnson, Texas A&M University; Jorge L Alvarado, Texas A&M University
Tagged Divisions
Engineering Technology
Paper ID #8997The Use of an Iterative Industry Project in a One Semester Capstone CourseDr. Michael Johnson, Texas A&M University Dr. Michael D. Johnson is an associate professor in the Department of Engineering Technology and In- dustrial Distribution at Texas A&M University. Prior to joining the faculty at Texas A&M, he was a senior product development engineer at the 3M Corporate Research Laboratory in St. Paul, Minnesota. He received his B.S. in mechanical engineering from Michigan State University and his S.M. and Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Dr. Johnson’s research focuses on
Conference Session
Simulations and Project Based Learning I
Collection
2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Ahmed H. Elsawy, Tennessee Technological University; Mohamed Abdelrahman, Texas A&M University, Kingsville; Sally J. Pardue, Tennessee Technological University
Tagged Divisions
Engineering Technology
was found that the combination of styromol coatingin the experimental mullite sand produced the fastest cooling rate, and the combination of theexperimental coat in the control mullite sand produced the cast with the least number of internaldefects. The undergraduate student participated in this research experience received credits towardher senior project capstone culminating experience in engineering technology. Moreover, thestudent demonstrated her compliance with Criteria 3-Student Outcomes: a, b, c, d, f, and g.Currently she is employed by GM Smyrna plant as Production Supervisor & Group Leader.REU BACKGROUNDThe REU project “Industrial Application of Sensing, Modeling, and Control” sought to enhancethe image of the metal casting
Conference Session
Simulations and Project Based Learning I
Collection
2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Jason K. Durfee P.E., Eastern Washington University; Donald C. Richter, Eastern Washington University; Martin William Weiser, Eastern Washington University; N.M. A. Hossain, Eastern Washington University; Hani Serhal Saad, Eastern Washington University
Tagged Divisions
Engineering Technology
to help students learn the technology. Past laboratory reports arebeing made available to the students to serve as a guide and samples of how to develop roboticprograms/syntax, sensor circuit wiring, methods used for part feeding and end of arm tooldesign. Digital videos of past projects have also been made available to the students to view anduse as a resource in developing their own projects. The development of the above instructionalresources will hopefully allow more in depth and complicated projects as students spend lesstime learning the basics.The authors feel using the type of “open ended” laboratory experiences described in this paper isan excellent way to prepare students for their senior capstone course which typically is an
Conference Session
Issues in ET Education I
Collection
2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Robert Joseph Michael PE, Gannon University; Fredrick A. Nitterright, Pennsylvania State University, Erie; Robert Edwards, Pennsylvania State University, Erie
Tagged Divisions
Engineering Technology
problem. This is the second of two major semester capstone projects given in this senior levelmaterial science course. The emphasis of the first project, Design Optimization Problem in aMaterials Engineering Course1, is on design, material selection, and optimization while thisproject focuses more on analysis and requires the additional use of supplementary knowledge in Page 24.599.2the areas of thermodynamics, corrosion, and heat transfer.Problem Definition: Students are provided with a two-page executive summary containing details of theantique tractor explosion. The document summarizes operating conditions, bystander testimony
Conference Session
ETAC, ABET, & STEM Programs
Collection
2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Elaine M. Cooney, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis
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Engineering Technology
descriptions are supplied for eachcriterion/level combination. Achievement Levels Capstone Milestone Milestone Benchmark Criterion 1 Performance description Criteria Criterion 2 Performance description ... Performance description Criterion 5 Performance descriptionFigure 1: VALUE Rubric
Conference Session
ETAC, ABET, & STEM Programs
Collection
2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Nasser Alaraje, Michigan Technological University; Aleksandr Sergeyev, Michigan Technological University
Tagged Divisions
Engineering Technology
colleges, andestablished industry partners. This paper will discuss the development of the digital systemscurriculum module that can easily be integrated into existing high school technology courseshaving electrical/electronic content. One goal of this project is to provide resources that willassist high school curriculum coordinators in linking this module to high school technologycurriculum. The course emphasizes on digital logic circuits. Number systems, codes, Booleanalgebra, logic gates, combinational logic, sequential logic circuits. Students will become familiarwith the basic digital systems and develop skills in digital design using VHDL and FPGA. I. IntroductionTechnologists trained on modern reconfigurable electronics will change the
Conference Session
ETAC, ABET, & STEM Programs
Collection
2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
John L. Irwin, Michigan Technological University; Joshua M. Pearce, Department of Materials Science & Engineering and Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering, Michigan Technological University; Gerald Anzalone, Michigan Technological University; Douglas E. Oppliger P.E., Michigan Technological University
Tagged Divisions
Engineering Technology
education who are engaged in hands-on design-build-test scenarios willattain a valuable skill set and be more likely to pursue STEM careers. These skills will also beuseful for developing designs for capstone projects which are common in higher education andbecoming popular in high schools.RecommendationsIntegrating RepRap 3D printers into curricula may be a perfect way to deliver K-12 sciencestandards and university STEM program goals. If interested in implementing a 3D printer of anytype, it is recommended that one consider aspects other than the overall cost. Some other factorsthat play a role in the 3D printer decision are; the printed part quality/accuracy, types of materialoptions, plastic material cost, printing time, support material
Conference Session
Robotics and Automation
Collection
2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Thomas B. Stout, Tidewater Community College; Steve C. Hsiung, Old Dominion University
Tagged Divisions
Engineering Technology
successfully transition intoSTEM-related careers. Based on the number of participating students and institutions describedby Marken and Lewis, one area of partnership is dual-enrollment agreements between thesecondary and post-secondary institutions. Another important aspect is the use of commonequipment that engineering and engineering technology programs can successfully adapt forcommon technology instruction. This project employed of a single, flexible, and expandabletechnology training platform that can provide the continuity of a learning environment andbenefit all levels of education economically. This paper presents the results of how oneuniversity senior capstone project grew into collaboration between university departments, acommunity
Conference Session
Renewable Energy Topics
Collection
2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
William B. Phillips Ph.D., DeVry University; William S. Sullivan, DeVry University, Long Beach; Robert Aron PhD, DeVry University; Abour H. Cherif, DeVry University; Susana Fortun Ph.D., DeVry University, Chicago
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Engineering Technology
. Phillips was a faculty member and Chair for DVU’s Biomedical Engineering Technology Program where he mentored senior projects, and taught biomedical, electronics, and basic science courses. In addition, he developed curriculum and courses in these subject matters. Before joining DVU, Dr. Phillips was a Faculty Associate at Arizona State Uni- versity (ASU) for the Bioengineering Department, where he taught and assisted in the development of biomedical engineering courses and mentored student capstone projects. He holds a PhD and Master’s degree in Bioengineering from Arizona State University and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Illinois. Before entering into a career of higher learning
Conference Session
New Course Development Concepts in ET I
Collection
2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Jorge Crichigno, Northern New Mexico College; Ivan Lopez Hurtado, Northern New Mexico College; Alfredo J. Perez, Northern New Mexico College; Raul R Peralta, Northern New Mexico College
Tagged Divisions
Engineering Technology
tables includes: • Exams: midterm or final exams. • Quizzes: in-class or take-home assignments including mostly multiple-choice questions. • Hands-on Labs: activities developed in laboratory; some are performed in groups. • Simulation Labs: hands-on individual activities performed using a software simulator. • Projects: course projects, e.g., the Capstone project. • Homework: assignments that may include not only theoretical exercises but also hands- on exercises with software packages.The IET program relies on hands-on activities to increase the level of attainment of studentoutcomes. Thus, as illustrated in Tables 5-6, the level of attainment of all students outcomes aremeasured with a combination of traditional
Conference Session
Curriculum & Student Enrollment II
Collection
2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Miguel Bazdresch, Rochester Institute of Technology
Tagged Divisions
Engineering Technology
patterns would be appropriate for a senior design course. Page 24.1299.5AssessmentWe have only started testing the idea of digital design patterns in our courses, and any results arepreliminary. We have two assessment measures at this point. One is indirect, and is the difficultyof the capstone project in a course on hardware description languages. Most students were ableto design and test a craps game simulator on an FPGA-based educational development board.The design included the user interface, the rules implementation and the random numbergenerators. Students implemented a small package of their own with some design patterns, andwere asked
Conference Session
Curriculum & Student Enrollment I
Collection
2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Immanuel Adaikalaraj Edinbarough, University of Texas, Brownsville; Posinasetti Nageswara Rao, University of Northern Iowa; Kanchan Das, East Carolina University
Tagged Divisions
Engineering Technology
Automation 14.3% 14.3% 35.7% 35.7% 13. Computer Integrated manufacturing 23.1% 15.4% 38.5% 23.1% 14. Project and Organizational Management 16.7% 25.0% 50.0% 33.3% 15. Capstone Projects in manufacturing / Senior 21.4% 14.3% 50.4% 21.4% Design Projects 16. Sustainable manufacturing 22.2% 33.3% 11.1% 44.4% Table 5: The manufacturing engineering technology contents covered by the participating faculty B.S. in
Conference Session
New Course Development Concepts in ET I
Collection
2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Vladimir Genis, Drexel University (Tech.); M. Eric Carr, Drexel University; Siddharth Vyas, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Adrian A. Pollock, MISTRAS Group, Inc.
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Engineering Technology
engineers with a background in advanced and emergingtechnologies over the next decade has been clearly identified1-5. Engineering education ischanging, with its focus shifting from the traditional theory-based curriculum to team-basedlearning, problem solving with open-ended solutions, hands-on projects, and team-orientedcommunications6-9. Addressing the need for skilled technology workers is a required competitiveand survival strategy for most manufacturers10, 11.Drexel University is the leading institution of higher education in the Delaware Valley andGreater Philadelphia region that offers a bachelor of science (B.S.) degree in engineeringtechnology accredited by ABET. The ET program was initiated as a response to job- andeducation-related