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New Classrooms, New Challenges I: Novel Approaches to Courses

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Arthur Felse, Northwestern University

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Chemical Engineering

privatecorporations2. Thus, apart from direct fines and decrees, non-compliance events can lead toindirect penalties through loss of investor funding and lack of confidence in the generalpopulation.Regulatory requirements are redefining the landscape of chemical, pharmaceutical and biotechindustries to an extent not seen before in the chemical or biological engineering profession. Thisinfluence significantly impacts chemical and biological processes or products development.Contemporary technological innovations largely happen in cross-disciplinary areas andconsequently many companies have created a unified framework to handle RC of new processesand products3. Though initially perceived as a suppressor of technological growth and profitableoperation of a

Conference Session

Innovative College-Industry Partnerships for the Future

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Samuel P. Clemence, Syracuse University; Sharon W. Alestalo, Syracuse University; Shobha K. Bhatia, Syracuse University; Eric M. Lui, Syracuse University; Ossama M. Salem, Syracuse University

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College Industry Partnerships

University. Clemence received the 1998 Outstanding Educator Award from the St. Lawrence Section of the American Society for Engineering Education. He served as Senior Associate dean of the L.C. Smith College of Engineering and Computer Science from 1991-1996. He is the Editor of three books and author or co-author of more than 60 technical publications. Clemence received his Ph.D. in civil engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology in 1973. He is a registered Professional Engineer in the state of New York.Ms. Sharon W. Alestalo, Syracuse University Sharon W. Alestalo, M.S., is the Program Director for Syracuse University’s Women in Science and En- gineering (WISE) program within the Colleges of Engineering &

Conference Session

Mechanics Classroom Demonstrations

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Genevieve Gagnon Ph.D., University of Saint Thomas

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Mechanics

AC 2012-5309: EXCELLENCE IN ENGINEERING THROUGH A JEOP-ARDY GAMEDr. Genevieve Gagnon Ph.D., University of Saint Thomas Genevieve Gagnon, Ph.D., originally from Montreal, Quebec, Canada, teaches Mechanics of Materials at the University of St.Thomas in St. Paul, Minn. She is also an instructor for Energy and the Environment. Gagnon obtained her B.Sc. and her M.Sc. from the Ecole Polytechnique de Montreal and her PhD. in material science from the Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Siwtzerland. The main subject of her thesis was thermal fatigue of aluminum composites inside a transmission electron microscope

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NSF Grantees' Poster Session

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Elaine P. Scott, Seattle Pacific University; Denise Wilson, University of Washington; Rebecca A. Bates, Minnesota State University, Mankato

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

AC 2012-5006: INTEGRATING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT MOD-ULES IN THE ENGINEERING CURRICULUMDr. Elaine P. Scott, Seattle Pacific UniversityDr. Denise Wilson, University of Washington Denise Wilson received the B.S. degree in mechanical engineering from Stanford University, Stanford, Calif., in 1988 and the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in electrical engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, in 1989 and 1995, respectively. She is currently an Associate Professor with the Electrical Engineering Department, University of Washington, Seattle, and she was previously with the University of Kentucky, Lexington, in a similar position from 1996 to 1999. Her research interests are split between technical

Conference Session

Pedagogical Approaches for Software Engineering

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alexandra Martinez, University of Costa Rica; Marcelo Jenkins, University of Costa Rica

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Software Engineering Constituent Committee

AC 2012-3237: AN EXPERIENCE USING REFLECTION IN SOFTWAREENGINEERINGDr. Alexandra Martinez, University of Costa Rica Alexandra Martinez has been working since 2009 as an Invited Professor in the Department of Computer and Information Science at the University of Costa Rica (UCR). She has taught courses in databases, soft- ware testing, and bioinformatics, and done applied research in software testing at UCR’s Research Center on Information and Communication Technologies. Previously, she worked as a Software Design Engi- neer in Test at Microsoft Corporation in Redmond, Wash., and as a Software Engineer at ArtinSoft in San Jose, Costa Rica. She received her Ph.D. in computer engineering from the University of Florida

Conference Session

Attracting Young Minds: Part I

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rafic Bachnak, Texas A&M International University; Rohitha Goonatilake, Texas A&M International University

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Minorities in Engineering

experiences; 2) experience the engineeringdesign process using a software program and applying mathematics and science principles; 3)engage in teamwork activities that integrate software and hardware knowledge to build andprogram Lego robots; 4) Participate in a field trip and talk to engineers on the job; and 5) Engagein a question and answer panel session where professional engineers describe their experiencesand expectations of new hires. The papers will present statistics and evaluation results of the twoworkshops.Keywords: Engineering, Enrichment, Higher Education, MinoritiesIntroductionThe summer enrichment program offers high school and middle school students the opportunityto participate in hands-on science, technology, engineering, and

Conference Session

How Are We Preparing Our Students for the 21st Century Workforce?

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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David R. Mikesell P.E., Ohio Northern University; David R. Sawyers Jr., Ohio Northern University; Jed E. Marquart, Ohio Northern University

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Cooperative & Experiential Education

David R. Sawyers, Jr. is an Associate Professor of mechanical engineering at Ohio Northern University, where he teaches courses in general engineering and in the thermal sciences. He received a B.S.M.E. de- gree from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology and the M.S. and Ph.D., both in mechanical engineering, from the University of Notre Dame.Dr. Jed E. Marquart, Ohio Northern University Jed Marquart received his B.S.M.E. from Ohio Northern University, and his M.S. and Ph.D. in aerospace engineering from the University of Dayton. His 11 years in industry were spent primarily working for the U.S. Air Force in the areas of computational fluid dynamics and flight simulation. He has been teaching at ONU since 1991, in the

Conference Session

Global Engineering Models: Curriculum Development, Improvements, and Partnerships

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Teri Kristine Reed, Purdue University, West Lafayette; P.K. Imbrie, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Qu Jin, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Joe J.J. Lin, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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International

and persistence using pre-college factors. Proceedings of the Frontiers in Education Conference, Indianapolis, IN.8. Reid, K. and P. K. Imbrie, (2008). Noncognitive characteristics of incoming engineering students compared to incoming engineering technology students: A preliminary examination. Proceedings of the American Society for Engineering Education National Conference, Pittsburgh, PA.9. Pintrich, P. R., and Schunk, D. H. (1996). Motivation in education: Theory, research, and applications. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice Hall.10. French, B.F., and Oakes, W. (2001). Measuring Academic Intrinsic Motivation: Evidence of Reliability and Validity of a New Instrument, presented at the Annual Conference for the

Conference Session

Research on Engineering Design Education

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Leema Kuhn Berland, University of Texas, Austin; Kirstin Collette Busch, University of Texas, Austin

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Educational Research and Methods

. Page 25.969.4Table 2. Unit Plan for “From Pinholes to Pixels”Lesson Set 1: Understanding and Characterizing (3-5 days)Description Lessons The students are introduced to the topic from 1. We need Engineers and the scientific viewpoint to understand how Engineers Need Us science and technology exist in parallel with 2. Describing the Need the evolution of societal needs and that 3. Characterize and Analyze engineers are the people who apply scientific the System knowledge to solve societal needs.Lesson Set 2: Creating and Selecting a Concept (3 days)Description Lessons The

Conference Session

Trends in Mechanical Engineering: Curricula and Courses

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lisa Abrams, Ohio State University; James William Altschuld, Ohio State University; Blaine W. Lilly, Ohio State University; Daniel A. Mendelsohn, Ohio State University

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Mechanical Engineering

solutions society via MechanicalMechanical to problems EngineeringEngineering? Processes Areas missing – Design (19) nano-technology, Design related to real sensing systems, world problems/efficient etc. Students see Mechanical effective tools/practical Engineering as a broad problem solving (7) Students kept applied field combining Problem solving, coming back to areas of content and process creativity, open-minded, creative problem etc. (7

Conference Session

Tricks of the Trade

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ana T. Torres-Ayala, University of South Florida; Geoffrey L. Herman, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

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Student

AC 2012-3356: MOTIVATING LEARNERS: A PRIMER FOR ENGINEER-ING TEACHING ASSISTANTSMrs. Ana T. Torres-Ayala, University of South Florida Ana T. Torres-Ayala is a doctoral candidate in higher education at the University of South Florida. She holds a B.S. degree in computer engineering from the University of Puerto Rico, Mayagez, and a M.Eng. degree in computer and systems engineering from Rensselear Polytechnic Institute. She has experience in the telecommunications industry where she worked for Lucent Technologies. Torres-Ayala was previously an information technology instructor. Her research interests include faculty development, scholarship of teaching and learning, graduate education, and broadening participation of

Conference Session

The Teacher as Manager: Best Practices for Culminating Design Experiences

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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William P. Manion, University of Maine; Judith A. Hakola, University of Maine

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Civil Engineering

client to the project.5. The uniqueness and overall excitement of the project.Team-related criteria6. The relationship(s) between team member(s) and the client.7. The number and qualifications of team members with respect to the scope of work.8. The apparent level of team commitment to the project.Contact information (omitted for review)*Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (http://www.abet.org/)5 Page 25.309.15Appendix B: List of projects from the past two years 1. To design a snowmobile/pedestrian bridge over the B Stream in Houlton, ME, for the Meduxnekeag Ramblers Snowmobile Club similar to the

Conference Session

The "Education" in Experiential Education

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nashwan Younis, Indiana University-Purdue University, Fort Wayne

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Cooperative & Experiential Education

industryCurriculumThe mechanical engineering (ME) program is accredited by the Engineering AccreditationCommission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). ABETrequires that engineering programs seeking accreditation use appropriate, regularly documented Page 25.347.4processes to assess and evaluate attainment of program educational objectives and studentoutcomes. Also, the program is required to show evidence that the results of evaluations areused systematically as an input for continuous program improvement. The mechanicalengineering program outcomes are listed in the Appendix I. Next, the work site visit will beexplained, as well

Conference Session

ChemE Potpourri

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joshua A. Enszer, University of Maryland Baltimore County; Victoria E. Goodrich, University of Notre Dame; Rachel B. Getman, Clemson University

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Chemical Engineering

AC 2012-4402: IMPROVEMENTS IN COMPUTATIONAL METHODS COURSESIN CHEMICAL ENGINEERINGDr. Joshua A. Enszer, University of Maryland Baltimore County Joshua Enszer is a full-time lecturer in chemical engineering at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. He has taught core and elective courses across the curriculum, from introduction to engineering science and material and energy balances to process control and modeling of chemical and environmental systems. His research interests include technology and learning in various incarnations: electronic port- folios as a means for assessment and professional development, implementation of computational tools across the chemical engineering curriculum, and game-based

Conference Session

Sustainable Product Development and Manufacturing

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Priya Manohar, Robert Morris University

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Manufacturing

. 44, No. 1, 1999, pp. 110-125. 6. Hartman, J. C., “Engineering Economy: Suggestions to Update a Stagnant Course Curriculum”, American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference Proceedings, 1998. 7. Bafna, K. and Aller, B., “Enhancing the Learning of Engineering Economy with Innovative Technology and Teaching,” American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference Proceedings, 2007. 8. Coates, E. R., Vajpayee, S. K., and Juneau, J., “Introducing Engineering Economy Students to Real Options”, American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference Proceedings, 2003. 9. Evans, E., Nachtmann, H., and Needy K., “A Look into Engineering Economy Education Literature”, American Society for

Conference Session

Global and Cultural Issues in Construction

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Suat Gunhan, University of Texas, San Antonio; Gulsen Senol, Gediz University İzmır Institute of Technology; Sevgi Zeynep Dogan, Gediz University İzmır Institute of Technology

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Construction

AC 2012-3573: NON-VERBAL CUES: IMPROVING COMMUNICATIONIN CONSTRUCTION PROJECTSDr. Suat Gunhan, University of Texas, San Antonio Suat Gunhan received both his bachelor’s of architecture and master’s of science in architecture degrees from Dokuz Eylul University, and a Ph.D. degree in civil engineering from Illinois Institute of Technol- ogy. He is currently an Assistant Professor at the Construction Science and Management program at the University of Texas, San Antonio.Gulsen Senol, Gediz University zmr Institute of Technology Gulsen Senol is a Ph.D. student at the zmr Institute of Technology in the area of construction management. She currently works as a Research Assistant in the Architecture Department of Gediz

Conference Session

FPD II: Hands-on Curriculum in the First Year

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lacey Jane Bodnar, Texas A&M University; Magdalini Z. Lagoudas, Texas A&M University; Jacqueline Q. Hodge, Texas A&M University; Travis Austin Smith, Engineering Student Services and Academic Programs; Jesus A. Orozco; Joshua Grant Corso; Cristian R. Sanchez; Jillian Kathleen Freise, Texas A&M ELLC Children's Museum; Hannah Ringler, Texas A&M University; Ivan Cortes, Texas A&M University

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First-Year Programs

developing new military-related aircraft.Ivan Cortes, Texas A&M University Ivan Cortes is a mechanical engineering student from Harker Heights, Texas. Some areas of interest to him are the automotive industry and product design, but ultimately he simply enjoys the challenge of solving problems and innovating through the use of technology. One of Cortes’s long-term goals is to travel abroad and gain international experience. Through involvement in programs offered at Texas A&M University, he sees an opportunity to learn by solving real problems through teamwork and collaboration. Page 25.530.1

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Entrepreneurship Teaming and Collaboration

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chad Milewicz, University of Southern Indiana; Zane W. Mitchell Jr., University of Southern Indiana; Kerry S. Hall, University of Southern Indiana

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

, University of Southern Indiana Kerry S. Hall is an Assistant Professor of engineering at the University of Southern Indiana. He received his M.S. and Ph.D. from the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. He received his B.S. in civil engineering from the University of Evansville, Evansville, Ind. His research interests include nondestructive testing of concrete and non-contact mea- surements. Page 25.708.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2012 Ideation Competition

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Towards Global Competency for Engineering Education

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stephen Hundley, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis; Patricia Fox, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis; Lynn G. Brown, The Boeing Company; Alan Jacobs, Education Market Business Development Consulting; Catherine Didion, National Academy of Engineering; Daniel R. Sayre, John Wiley & Sons, Inc.; Hans J. Hoyer, American Society for Engineering Education

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International

AC 2012-4233: ATTRIBUTES OF A GLOBAL ENGINEER: FIELD-INFORMEDPERSPECTIVES, RECOMMENDATIONS, AND IMPLICATIONSDr. Stephen Hundley, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis Stephen Hundley is Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Undergraduate Programs and Associate Professor of organizational leadership and supervision in the Purdue School of Engineering and Technol- ogy at IUPUI.Prof. Patricia Fox, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis Patricia Fox is the Associate Chair of Computer, Information, and Leadership Technology and Clinical Assistant Professor of organizational leadership and supervision. She has been a member of the Purdue School of Engineering and Technology at IUPUI faculty

Conference Session

Trends in Mechanical Engineering: Curricula and Courses

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Allan T. Kirkpatrick P.E., Colorado State University; Scott Danielson P.E., Arizona State University, Polytechnic; Thomas Perry P.E., American Society of Mechanical Engineers

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Mechanical Engineering

AC 2012-4805: ASME VISION 2030’S RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ME-CHANICAL ENGINEERING EDUCATIONDr. Allan T. Kirkpatrick P.E., Colorado State UniversityDr. Scott Danielson P.E., Arizona State University, Polytechnic Scott Danielson is the Associate Dean for Academic Programs in the College of Technology and Innova- tion at Arizona State University. Before assuming that role, he had been the Interim Chair of Engineering Department and the Chair of the Engineering Technology Department. He has been active in ASEE in the Mechanics Division and the Engineering Technology Division. He has also been active in ASME, being awarded the 2009 Ben C. Sparks Medal for excellence in mechanical engineering technology education, serving as a

Conference Session

Course and Curriculum Development

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yuan Liao, University of Kentucky; Lawrence Holloway, University of Kentucky; Paul A. Dolloff, University of Kentucky

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

on smart grid. This class coversvarious aspects of the smart grid including engineering, economic, societal and regulatoryaspects. Topics covered include automation and control, optimization, economic analysis, cybersecurity, standards and regulatory issues 1-4. Upon completion of this course the students willgain an understanding of a broad range of smart grid related concepts and various issues relatedto smart grid technology deployment, real time electricity pricing, and key technologies in bothtransmission and distribution systems required to realize the smart grid.This paper presents the development of a new multidisciplinary course titled Smart Grid -Automation and Control of Power Systems at the department of Electrical and

Conference Session

New Ideas for the ChemE Core

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Fabiana Manzo, University of Houston (CoE); Vassilios Tzouanas, University of Houston, Downtown; Enrique Barbieri, University of North Texas

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Chemical Engineering

. His industrial professional experience includes management and technical positions. He is a member of AIChE.Dr. Enrique Barbieri, University of North Texas Enrique Barbieri received the Ph.D. in electrical engineering from the Ohio State University in 1988. He was on the faculty of the School of Engineering at Tulane University as Assistant Professor in the Electrical Engineering Department (1988-1994), and as tenured Associate Professor (1994-2002) and Chair (1996-1998) of the Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Department. In August 2002, he joined the University of Houston as Professor and Chair of the Department of Engineering Technology, College of Technology (2002-2009). He served as Associate Dean

Conference Session

Capstone and International Experiences

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Scott Danielson, Arizona State University, Polytechnic; Chell A. Roberts, Arizona State University, Polytechnic

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

AC 2012-4901: INCREASING STUDENT LEARNING VIA AN INNOVA-TIVE CAPSTONE PROGRAMDr. Scott Danielson, Arizona State University, Polytechnic Scott Danielson is the Associate Dean for Academic Programs in the College of Technology and Innova- tion at Arizona State University. Before assuming that role, he had been the Interim Chair of Engineering Department and the Chair of the Engineering Technology Department. He has been active in ASEE in the Mechanics Division and the Engineering Technology Division. He has also been active in ASME, being awarded the 2009 Ben C. Sparks Medal for excellence in mechanical engineering technology education, serving as a member of the Vision 2030 Task Force, serving as Chair of the

Conference Session

Methods, Cases, and Directions

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Pil-Won On, University of Missouri, Columbia; Luis Occena, University of Missouri

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Engineering Economy, Engineering Management, Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering

AC 2012-5133: INSTRUCTOR’S PERSPECTIVES OF TRANSFORMINGA TRADITIONAL ENGINEERING ECONOMICS COURSE INTO A FULLYONLINE DELIVERYMs. Pil-Won On, University of Missouri, Columbia Pil-Won On is am Instructional Designer/E-learning Specialist at the College of Engineering, University of Missouri, Columbia. On holds an M.S. in instructional systems technology from Indiana University, Bloomington.Dr. Luis Occena, University of Missouri, Columbia Page 25.787.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2012 Instructor’s Perspectives of Transforming a Traditional Engineering

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Assessment and Accreditation in Engineering Management

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Amy K. Zander, Clarkson University

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Engineering Economy, Engineering Management, Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering

Industrial Engineering and IndustrialNorth Dakota State University 1971 Management Engineering Industrial and Management IndustrialRensselaer Polytechnic Institute 1978 Engineering EngineeringMissouri University of Science Engineering Management 1979 & Technology U.S. Military Academy Engineering Management 1985Stevens Institute of Technology Engineering Management 1990 University of Arizona Engineering

Conference Session

New Ideas for the ChemE Core

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rebecca K. Toghiani, Mississippi State University; Priscilla J. Hill, Mississippi State University; Carlen Henington, Mississippi State University

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Chemical Engineering

Outstanding Faculty Woman Award, the 2001 Hearin Professor of Engineering Award, and the 1999 College of Engineering Outstanding Engineering Educator Award.Dr. Priscilla J. Hill, Mississippi State University Priscilla Hill is currently an Associate Professor in the Dave C. Swalm School of Chemical Engineering at Mississippi State University. She has research interests in crystallization, particle technology, popu- lation balance modeling, and process synthesis. Her teaching interests include particle technology and thermodynamics.Dr. Carlen Henington, Mississippi State University Carlen Henington is a nationally certified School Psychologist and is an Associate Professor in School Psychology at Mississippi

Conference Session

Best. Class. Ever.

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Victor M. Ugaz, Texas A&M University; Aashish Priye, Texas A&M University ; Yassin A. Hassan, Texas A&M University

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Chemical Engineering

LabAbstractThere is currently a need for innovative educational experiences that unify and reinforcefundamental principles at the interface between physics, molecular biology, and the chemicalsciences. These experiences also empower students by helping them recognize how thisknowledge can be applied to develop new products and technologies that benefit society. Thispresentation describes our efforts to address this need by creating innovative hands-on labactivities that introduce chemical engineering students to molecular biology by challenging themto harness natural convection phenomena to perform DNA replication via the polymerase chainreaction (PCR).Experimentally, we have constructed convective PCR stations incorporating a simple design forloading and

Conference Session

Course and Curriculum Development

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yogendra M. Panta, Youngstown State University; Michael T. Butcher, Youngstown State University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

. Page 25.460.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2012 Development of an Integrative Biomechanics Course for STEM MajorsAbstractInitiatives aimed at creating and offering specialized courses for STEM (Science, technology,Engineering and Mathematics) majors are generally not supported at PredominatelyUndergraduate Institutions (PUI). However, it is imperative that our future scientists haveopportunities to experience a broad and integrative scientific education. In the growing STEMenvironment at various universities around the globe, an interdisciplinary course attracts studentsfrom a number of STEM disciplines, offers cross-disciplinary innovative features, and

Conference Session

Pedagogical Advancements in Engineering Management

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ralph Ocon, Purdue University, Calumet

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Engineering Economy, Engineering Management, Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering

AC 2012-4441: TEACHING CREATIVE THINKING USING PROBLEM-BASED LEARNINGProf. Ralph Ocon, Purdue University, Calumet Page 25.1245.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2012 Teaching Creative Thinking Using Problem-Based LearningAbstractAs global competition and technological innovation continue to challenge businessorganizations, the ability to solve diverse and complex problems has become essential forstudents in every academic discipline. While pursuing their careers, technology andengineering students will soon realize that the development of creative problem solvingskills is fundamental for success in today’s

Conference Session

New Classrooms, New Challenges I: Novel Approaches to Courses

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ramirez Apud Lopez Zaira, Universidad de las Américas Puebla; Nelly Ramirez-Corona, Universidad de las Americas, Puebla; Aurelio Lopez-Malo, Universidad de las Americas, Puebla; Enrique Palou, Universidad de las Americas, Puebla

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Chemical Engineering

AC 2012-4335: IMPLEMENTING PROBLEM-SOLVING LEARNING EN-VIRONMENTS IN A KINETICS AND HOMOGENEOUS REACTOR DE-SIGN COURSEProf. Ramirez Apud Zaira, Universidad de las Amricas Puebla Zaira Ramrez is Science, Engineering, and Technology Education Ph.D. Student at Universidad de las Americas Puebla in Mexico. She teaches ethics and development complex thinking skills related courses. Her research interests include faculty development, outcomes assessment, and creating effective learning environments.Dr. Nelly Ramirez-Corona, Universidad de las Americas, Puebla Nelly Ramrez-Corona is currently a full-time professor of chemical engineering at the Chemical, Envi- ronmental, and Food Engineering Department, Universidad de las