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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Research Technical Session 7

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Philip M. Reeves, The Pennsylvania State University; Sarah E. Zappe, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Elizabeth C. Kisenwether, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; D. Jake Follmer, The Pennsylvania State University; Jessica Menold, Pennsylvania State University, University Park

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

all majors able to enroll. Recently, students at Penn State have begun enrolling in the new university wideEntrepreneurship and Innovation Minor. The minor, which previously existed only within theCollege of Engineering, has expanded to include concentration areas, called clusters, inTechnology-Based Entrepreneurship, Social Entrepreneurship, New Media, Food and Bio-innovation, and New Ventures. The five clusters are housed in four different colleges andadditional clusters will be added in the near future to focus on entrepreneurship and innovation inother disciplines, contexts and customer segments. The purpose of this paper is 1) to describe the changes to the minor and the new format,2) to discuss preliminary assessment of

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NSF Grantees’ Poster Session

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ashland O. Brown, University of the Pacific; Kyle A. Watson, University of the Pacific; Jiancheng Liu, University of the Pacific; Ismail I. Orabi, University of New Haven; Joseph J. Rencis P.E., Tennessee Technological University; Chuan-Chiang Chen, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona; Firas Akasheh, Tuskegee University; John J. Wood, U.S. Air Force Academy; Kathy Schmidt Jackson, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Rachelle Kisst Hackett, University of the Pacific; Ella R. Sargent, University of the Pacific; Brock Dunlap, University of Texas, Austin; Christopher Allen Wejmar, University of the Pacific; Richard H. Crawford, University of Texas, Austin; Daniel D. Jensen, U.S. Air Force Academy

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

1  Introduction As educators advance engineering education, active learning tools are becoming preferredchoices for addressing how students struggle with complex topics in engineering, especially as afunction of their backgrounds, demographics, and personality type. In order to move beyond thetypical road bumps encountered when teaching difficult concepts, contemporary methods arebeing developed that seek to engage students actively, inside and outside the classroom, as wellas kinesthetically through the various human senses. Such approaches have the potential toimprove student comprehension and knowledge retention, and most importantly, to increasestudents' interest in the material. [1]Assisting students in the learning of imperative

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Thermodynamics, Fluids and Heat Transfer II

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Amir Karimi, University of Texas, San Antonio; Randall D. Manteufel, University of Texas, San Antonio

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Mechanical Engineering

concepts. Continued poor performance inthermodynamics is linked to students not grasping key concepts and failing to recognize how toapply relevant concepts in solving problems.(1) Many students succeed at algorithmic problemsolving yet have difficulty explaining the physical systems being described by the mathematics.This is reflected in low scores on concept inventory exams which require minimal mathematicalcalculations, but are designed around common misconceptions.(2,3)Poor learning has been linked to not being able to correctly assess the information provided andbegins with a lack of clear understanding of the fundamental concepts. A coherent framing ofproblems is essential to reason through new problems.(4) To address this, teachers often

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NSF Grantees’ Poster Session

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kemper Lewis, University at Buffalo, SUNY; Deborah A. Moore-Russo, University at Buffalo, SUNY; Ann F. McKenna, Arizona State University, Polytechnic campus; Phillip M. Cormier, SUNY - University at Buffalo; Amy M. Johnson, Arizona State University; Adam R. Carberry, Arizona State University; Wei Chen, Northwestern University; David W. Gatchell PhD, Northwestern University; Timothy W. Simpson, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Conrad Tucker, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Gül E. Okudan Kremer, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Sarah E. Zappe, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Steven B. Shooter, Bucknell University; Charles Kim, Bucknell University; Christopher B. Williams, Virginia Tech; Lisa D. McNair, Virginia Tech; Marie C. Paretti, Virginia Tech; Joe Tranquillo, Bucknell University

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

led to its development and has been used as an educationalframework for promoting students’ consideration of the broader impacts of engineering onpeople, economics, and the environment. As a result, product archaeology offers students anopportunity to reconstruct and understand the customer requirements, design specifications, andmanufacturing processes that led to the development and production of a product. This paperdescribes: 1) the identification and development of assessment tools for evaluating the impact ofproduct archaeology, 2) the implementation of the product archaeology framework during tworecent academic year semesters in undergraduate engineering courses at all levels across sixuniversities, and 3) assessment results with

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Spatial Ability & Visualization Training II

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mark E. Snyder, Illinois Institute of Technology; Matthew Spenko, Illinois Institute of Technology

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Engineering Design Graphics

Page 24.215.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2014 Assessment of Students’ Changed Spatial Ability Using Two Different Curriculum Approaches; Technical Drawing Compared to Innovative Product DesignIntroductionImproving student performance on academic tasks in mathematics, science and engineeringappears to occur when students’ spatial visualization skills have been improved. Studies havefound improving spatial visualization can increase success in chemistry (Carter, et.al, 1987)1,reduce math anxiety (Maloney, et.al., 2011)2, improve calculus grades (Sorby, et.al., 2012)3, andincrease retention and success in science and engineering curricula (Potter, et.al., 2006

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Innovative Pedagogy and Assessment in Civil Engineering Education

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Matthew W Roberts, University of Wisconsin, Platteville; Carol Haden, Magnolia Consulting, LLC; Michael K Thompson, University of Wisconsin, Platteville; Philip J. Parker P.E., University of Wisconsin, Platteville

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Civil Engineering

Environmental Engineering (CEE) Department at theUniversity of Wisconsin-Platteville recently created an undergraduate course that introduces stu-dents to infrastructure and helps them understand civil and environmental engineering in termsof interconnected systems.The course is intended for sophomore students, and is typically one of the first courses studentstake from the CEE Department. Two of the primary goals of the course are: 1. To introduce the students to the subdisciplines of civil and environmental engineering while emphasizing the interconnectedness between subdisciplines, and 2. To help students think holistically about civil and environmental engineering, including non-technical and societal aspects of engineering.There are

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Innovative Pedagogy and Assessment in Civil Engineering Education

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Norb Delatte P.E., Cleveland State University; Joshua Gisemba Bagaka's, Cleveland State University

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Civil Engineering

existing courses. The degree programs included civil engineering, architecturalengineering, civil engineering technology, and construction management. Complete details ofthe research project are provided elsewhere 1.As part of this project, data were gathered from student surveys in the courses where failure casestudies were used. Students were asked specifically about the technical lessons learned, as wellas their response to the case studies. Case study questions were included on homeworkassignments and examinations. Survey questions linked student achievement to learningoutcomes.In addition, some student focus groups were held. Due to logistics, this was only possible atCleveland State University. Student focus group findings are reviewed

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Computer-Based Learning Models

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mihaela Vorvoreanu, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Computers in Education

reviewtheoretical explanations from the fields of psychology and education as well as possiblesolutions. Attempts to implement attention management training in higher education arediscussed, and data is presented about students’ acceptance of this type of education. Finally, thepaper outlines directions for a research agenda about attention education.Technological Competency: Beyond Tool OperationThe Center for Public Education report “Defining a 21st Century Education” identifiestechnology as the primary driver of changes in our society and names technology literacy as oneof the most important literacies of our age 1. The strategic importance of technology is

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WIED: Medley

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ahmed Imran, Ajman University of Science & Technology, United Arab Emirates (UAE).; Mohamed Nasor M. Kalil; Fahar Ghalib Hayati, Ajman University of Science & Technology

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Women in Engineering

study about student attrition suggests that early period after admission isdecisive for a significant majority of students, irrespective of gender.IntroductionGender disparities in engineering programs has been a cause of concern globally. The percentageof women in engineering is generally found to be lower than that of men (1 – 10). Studies have alsoshown that even if women join engineering programs, they may not continue (1, 5, 8, 9). As aconsequence, such disparities in engineering education can lead to inequalities in professionswith related social effects (1, 3, 4, 6, 9, 10). Our experience suggests that, in general, the retention ofstudents in undergraduate engineering programs is influenced by several factors, includingprogram admission

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Improving Laboratory Education in Chemical Engineering

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joshua A. Levinson, Lafayette College; Eric L. Maase, University of Massachusetts-Lowell; Glen Thomas Tennyson

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Chemical Engineering

control the leveland/or temperature of water fed into a CSTR using feedback-based control. The concept wasbased on a prototype system previously constructed from less sophisticated components andsoftware control, with the new system being fabricated using components already on-hand orordered per specification. The assembled MIMO system is shown in Figure 1, with theaccompanying process and instrumentation diagram appearing in Figure 2.Briefly, the apparatus incorporates a two-liter Chemglass jacketed CSTR, equipped with avariable speed impeller. Water was supplied from the city water line and was regulated to lowerpressures using separate in-line regulators and hand-valves for the hot and cold water feed lines

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Topics in Computing and Information Technologies

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Quan Do, New Mexico State University; Rajeev K. Agrawal, North Carolina A&T State University; Dhana Rao; Venkat N Gudivada, Marshall University

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Computing & Information Technology

for assessing students’ SQL learning. SQL concepts are modeled using RDFS. The user can select SQL concepts to be included in an assessment and our approach will generate appropriate queries. The proposed approach is generic and is database metadata driven. A Web-based prototype system is developed to illustrate the effectiveness of the proposed approach.1. Introduction and MotivationAutomatic question generation is an active area of research. Its practical applications are many,especially in the context of learning assessment. In both online and traditional face-to-facecourses, learning outcomes are used as standards for measuring and comparing performance andachievement of learners. In a broader context, outcomes-based

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Architectural Design Topics in Architectural Engineering

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lisa A. VanZee, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Architectural

recognize well-daylit buildings 1. LEED (Leadership in Energy andEnvironmental Design) requirements acknowledge the advantages in daylight, but there is stilldisconnect between theory and practice of planning for natural light. As a result, designers areresorting more to simulation as a means of demonstrating compliance with various ratingsystems 2. Additionally, new technology in electric sources, like LEDs (light emitting diodes),require designers to understand the characteristics and energy savings potential and the trade-offsbetween natural and electric light.Literature ReviewDaylighting has always been an important issue in architecture and interior design, as it affectsmultiple areas throughout a built environment, including the functional

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Classroom Management

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ralph Ocon, Purdue University Calumet

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New Engineering Educators

completedescription of the Ohio State Model, refer to the subsequent section in the paper.The application of the Leadership Approach to classroom management required theauthor to evaluate the three leadership models to determine which one was the mostapplicable to classroom management. For this evaluation, the author considered severalcriteria. Table 1 shows the results of the author’s evaluation of the three leadershipmodels to determine which model was the most compatible for classroom management.Table 1: Evaluating leadership models for classroom management Rating Scale: 1 = Strongly Disagree, 2 = Disagree, 3 = Neither Agree/Disagree, 4 = Agree, 5 = Strongly Agree Evaluation Criteria Situational Leadership Ohio State

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Choice and Persistence in Engineering Education and Careers

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Beth A. Myers, University of Colorado Boulder; Jacquelyn F. Sullivan, University of Colorado Boulder

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Educational Research and Methods

: Beginning to Quantify the Pool of Engineering-Eligible Prospective Students through a Survey of Access PracticesMotivationTo educate the number of engineers necessary to meet demand and propel our nation’scompetitiveness, as well as to continuously populate an engineering workforce reflective of therich diversity of our nation, we must engage people from backgrounds historicallyunderrepresented in engineering—especially women and minorities. Compelling drivers forincreasing the number and diversity of engineers have been promoted by the National Academyof Engineering (NAE)1, the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the current U.S. president 2-3 ; however, the representation of women and people from racial minorities

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Global Perspective and Experiential Learning in Civil Engineering

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John E. Greenleaf P.E., Quinnipiac University; Emils Stires Schnore, Independent construction professional; Patrick M. Strenk P.E., Golder Associates, Inc.

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Civil Engineering

of a key “secondary” benefit with Page 24.225.2students being the (primary) intended recipient. Table 1 lists specific learning outcomescommonly associated with these service-learning activities. It should be noted that the benefit oflearning is not exclusive to students and it is often shared by many if not all of thestakeholders11,12. Table 1: Common Learning Outcomes With Respect to Student Service-Learning Projects Outcome Aspects of the Outcome Increased academic Learning, critical thinking, writing improvement Moral development

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Tricks of the Trade

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jumoke Oluwakemi Ladeji-Osias, Morgan State University; Anita M. Wells, Morgan State University

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New Engineering Educators

 initial occurrence through organization and communication.15Recommendations for faculty include the following:1. Define expectations early in writing and verbally:  The communication of policies, requirements and expectations on the first day of class via multiple modalities is an important  practice. The course syllabus, for example, is an appropriate tool for written communication;4,14 it should be Page 24.226.6 explicit and, where relevant, should  direct students to university resources containing more in depth explanations of policy and procedure.  Passow et al. caution faculty to explicitly define what constitutes cheating

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Best Practices in K-12 and University Partnerships

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mindy Hart, EPICS; Laura Bottomley, North Carolina State University; J. Jill Rogers, University of Arizona; Merredith D. Portsmore, Tufts University; Jeffrey B. Goldberg, College of Engineering, University of Arizona

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

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Preparing Minority Students for Undergraduate and Graduate Research

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lorraine N. Fleming, Howard University; Silas E. Burris, Howard University; Kalynda Chivon Smith, Howard University; Leonard Bernard Bliss; Inez N. Moore, Howard University; Fabiana Bornmann

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Minorities in Engineering

organizations on institutionalcampuses.References1. Anderson, E. L. & Kim, D. (2006). Increasing the success of minority students in science and technology (No. 4). Washington, DC: American Council on Education.2. Cerezo, A., & Chang, T. (2013). Latina/o achievement at predominantly white universities: The importance of Page 24.228.9 culture and ethnic community. Journal of Hispanic Higher Education, 12(1), 72-85.3. Chapa, J., & De La Rosa, B. (2006). The problematic pipeline demographic trends and Latino participation in graduate science, technology, engineering, and mathematics programs. Journal of

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Programs and Courses Session 5

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Federico Garcia Lorca, Saint Louis University, Parks College of Engineering, Aviation & Technology; Sridhar S. Condoor, Saint Louis University, Parks College of Engineering

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

, combined classeswith their business schools or adding entrepreneurial classes to their core curriculums 1. The lackof standardization when it comes to helping engineering students develop these skills is notnecessarily a bad thing, but it certainly highlights the need for a deeper understanding on how thecreative process works and how to foster an entrepreneurial mindset in engineering students.Understanding biassociationThe term biassociation was first coined by Arthur Koestler in 1964 as “a distinction between theroutine skills of thinking on a single ‘plane’ as it were, and the creative act,” or in other words“collision of two apparently unrelated frames of reference” 2. Hitt et al. divides innovativeactions as either “equilibrating” or

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College Industry Partnerships Division Poster Session

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hadi Ali, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Robin Adams, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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College Industry Partnerships

-phase research project on characteristics of BPTconducted within a Fortune 500 Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) multi-national company.The aim of this research is to support ways to capture technical knowledge in industry and enablethe transfer of this knowledge to the next generation of professionals.BackgroundIn today’s organizations, human capital, and the potential it brings in terms of expert knowledge,efficiency, and insight,1 is more important than traditional assets such as equipment, facilities ornatural resources.2 Organizations that see themselves as “knowledge-generating communitiesmust continually determine what they know and do not know, find ways to efficiently share whatthey know among their members, and create or acquire knowledge

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Critical Thinking, Leadership, and Creativity

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Atsushi Akera, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society

earned considerable attention in our society during the late1960s and early 1970s.1 For those currently interested in MOOCs, the Kahn Academy and allthat, this is a history well worth revisiting. PSI was an early example of an inverted classroom, aprogrammed system of instruction rooted in behaviorist psychology with an explicit focus onlearning outcomes. Those familiar with PSI, and with behaviorist approaches to education haveall noted the relevance of these earlier approaches to current online and distance learningenvironments.2 Going beyond what we typically see today, PSI was a method that, whenproperly implemented, could guarantee that upwards of 70% of the students in a class would earnan ‘A’ with knowledge retention exceeding that of

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Design in the Curriculum

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Felipe L. Carvalho, Florida Atlantic University; Ravi T. Shankar, Florida Atlantic University

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Biomedical

projects to boost the students’ learning curve. This work inprogress describes the design process of a comprehensive BSP laboratory course using low-costhardware and software. We describe the methods utilized to generate the documentation neededfor the course, and also a detailed list of the materials used and their main features. We dividedthe design process in two main categories: 1) analog circuit design; and 2) digital signalprocessing and software development. We provide details about these two categories and sub-divide the structure of the course into seven laboratory experiments to be completed individuallyor by a group of students. After the completion of this project, a collection of seven laboratoryguides will be fully designed and this

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Construction Division Poster Session

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ifte Choudhury, Texas A&M University

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Construction

current within the cells. Current generated by the cells isDC, which has to be converted to AC by using an inverter.PV cells were first used commercially in the late 1950s to energize communicationsatellites4. Gradually, the practical application of the technology expanded to includebuilding industry. The benefits of using PV energy compared to fossil fuel energy include(1) autonomy, (2) reliability, (3) sustainability, and (4) zero emission. The quantity ofenergy savings due to installation of BIPV systems, however, may be affected by thegeographical location of the building.Building Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) CellsPV cells can be woven into building components such as wall and roof, making them anintegral part of the building. Building

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Embedded Systems and Mobile Computing

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mohammad Rafiq Muqri, DeVry University, Pomona; Brian Joseph Lane

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Computing & Information Technology

the front of the vehicle; when the sonar detects an object it stops, reverses, rotates to theleft, and continues at half speed for one second and then returns to full speed again. Thevehicle has a track configuration for many types of terrain. Setting 1 starts with the tracks in Page 24.234.2the lowered position for smooth terrain while input is taken from the sonar. Setting 2 has thetracks in a raised position for rough terrain with input also taken from the sonar. Setting 3starts out with the tracks in a raised position and takes input from the accelerometer mountedto the vehicle. The vehicle then adjusts the tracks left, right, up, or down

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Impacts on K-12 Student Identity, Career Choice, and Perceptions of Engineers

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kerrie A Douglas, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Brittany Paige Mihalec-Adkins; Heidi A. Diefes-Dux, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

the term in relation toundergraduate women, and later, with others, applied the framework to the study of elementarystudents.13 The theory implies a process by which students come to see themselves as potentialfuture engineers and realistically entertain the idea of pursuing professional engineering.According to the framework, in order for students to begin to identify, or see themselves aspotentially being an engineer, they must 1) perceive themselves as belonging in their school, 2)perceive themselves as performing well in their courses, 3) understand the work of engineers,and 4) see the work of engineers as desirable for them. This framework is complimentary toGottfredson’s Theory in that both theories describe how young students begin to

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Impact of Community Engagement on Communities

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrea Kubicki, The Pavlis Institute for Global Technological Leadership; Laura Lynn Lynch, Pavlis Institute for Global Technological Leadership; Robert O. Warrington Jr., Michigan Technological University

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Community Engagement Division

need for a mobile health clinic was first observed in the summer of2012 by a group of institute students in Ghana. This team observed a lack of healthcare in theperiphery villages on the outskirts of regional hospitals. The team returned with theirobservations and a graduate student, under the direction of one of the authors, developed theconcept. Her report stated, “The Mobile Clinic will serve a niche market not currently met byexisting mobile clinics and international aid work.”1 The 2013 team set out to accomplishserving this need during the next year.The concept of mobile healthcare is not new; however, the mobile healthcare project discussedin this paper is unique in the sense that it was and continues to be student-led. Currently

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Future Career and Professional Success for Graduate Students

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Renetta G. Tull, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Miguel Alfonso Nino, Virginia Polytechnic and State University; Kimberly Monique Holmes, George Mason University

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Graduate Studies

Page 24.237.2options, participants have the opportunity to rank the impact and relevance of each seminar fortheir professional and academic development. This paper utilizes assessments from roundtablesession evaluations from 2012 and 2013, to show that graduate students in STEM fields canbenefit from being part of a community of practice that prepares graduate students for careers,and fosters relationships with peers and professionals.BackgroundThe Bureau of Labor Statistics (2012) projects that between the years of 2010 and 2020, therewill be approximately 2.6 million job openings requiring advanced degrees.1 The Commission onGraduate School and Into Careers noted that approximately 59% of graduate students noted thatpreparing for future jobs

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Thermodynamics, Fluids, and Heat Transfer I

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Natasha Smith P.E., University of Southern Indiana; Brandon S. Field, University of Southern Indiana

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Mechanical Engineering

Thermodynamics CourseAbstractFundamentals courses play an instrumental role in developing undergraduate students into skilledproblem solvers. As such, these courses bear the responsibility of (1) instilling discipline in prob-lem solving and (2) familiarizing students with central concepts of engineering. The two goals areinextricably linked. Success in problem solving is contingent upon understanding a remarkablyfew fundamental principles. Upon first introduction to new concepts, however, students usuallylack the experience to understand how foundational those principles really are. In fact they can beadept at compartmentalizing information at the expense of building up a foundation of knowledge.While this tactic may present a hope for short term

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Design Across the Curriculum

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Karen L. Bollenbach, University of Virginia; Erika D. Powell, University of Virginia; Stephanie L. Moore, University of Virginia; James F. Groves, University of Virginia

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Design in Engineering Education

determinewhich resources offer the most effective means for communication and community development.IntroductionOver the past decade, global interest in and engagement with online education at thepostsecondary level has grown steadily. At the end of 2011, enrollment in U.S. online educationaccounted for 32% of the total enrollment in American postsecondary education, having grownfrom 9.6% in 2002.1 According to the U.S Department of Education, students cite flexibility,accessibility and cost effectiveness as motivations for choosing online programs.2 Over the pastdecade, the growth rate of U.S. online enrollment peaked in 2005 at 36.5% but remained strongin 2011 at 9.1%.1 These numbers compare with the 2-3% total annual enrollment growth seen atdegree

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NSF Grantees’ Poster Session

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James P. Abulencia, Manhattan College; David L. Silverstein P.E., University of Kentucky; Margot A. Vigeant, Bucknell University

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

institutions thatseeks to evaluate the effect of video generation and viewing on studentunderstanding of several thermodynamics concepts: 1) Entropy and the SecondLaw, 2) Reversibility, 3) Steady State vs Equilibrium, 4) Internal Energy vsEnthalpy, and 5) Reaction Rate vs Reaction Equilibrium (Abulencia – 2012).The focus of this paper is to examine the effect of students viewing peer-generatedvideos (21 total) of the aforementioned topics. The viewing assignment coincidedwith the time that particular topic was being taught in lecture. TheThermodynamics Concept Inventory developed by Vigeant and colleagues wasused to assess conceptual learning and was administered at the beginning andend of the semester (Prince – 2009, Vigeant 2009, Vigeant 2011). The