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Integrating Curriculum and Labs in ET Programs

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Warren A. Rosen, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.); Irina Nicoleta Ciobanescu Husanu, Drexel University (Tech.); M. Eric Carr, Drexel University

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Engineering Technology

. Page 26.192.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2015 An Integrated Course in Programming for Laboratory and Process ControlIntroductionThe Engineering Technology program of Drexel University emphasizes a holistic approach toprogramming for laboratory and process control. In this approach we address not only the basicsof programming languages but also considerations relating to implementation such as cost,reliability, upgradeability, and maintainability as well as hardware issues such as powerconsumption and form factor. The approach spans several courses so that common problems areaddressed using, e.g., microcontrollers, microprocessors, or programmable

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Integrating Curriculum and Labs in ET Programs

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ghassan T Ibrahim, Bloomsburg University; Michael J Dutko

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Engineering Technology

integrate and utilize the theoretical and practical knowledge gainedduring their educational period.Process Definition A local area medical center has expressed their interest in using RFID tags to track blood unitsthroughout the hospital. When a patient requires an operation, a blood transfusion may benecessary or blood may be required as a safety backup. Because of this the BUs are constantlymoved between refrigerators or between a refrigerator and the operating room. At present time Page 26.1594.2the BUs movement are managed using a paper log based system, which is maintained by thestaff and needs to be timely updated and checked manually. Most

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Integrating Curriculum and Labs in ET Programs

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ranjeet Agarwala, East Carolina University; Robert A. Chin, East Carolina University

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Engineering Technology

economicdevelopment, regional transformation, and domestic competitiveness.Accessibility to Additive ManufacturingIn academic communities, accessibility to 3D printing, while it is branching out, is generallylimited to selected segments of the population. Deploying additive manufacturing by way of 3Dprinting in academic settings has the potential to contribute to sustaining this growth, expandingdiversification, and stimulating economic development and domestic competitiveness.Studies have reported on the use of 3D printing services as an effective engagement and outreachtool by integrating their technology with university facilities that are constantly and activelyengaged with its community. Ramaley and Zea recommend using 3-D digital printing as a tool

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Integrating Curriculum and Labs in ET Programs

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ying Zhang, Texas A&M University; Jyhwen Wang, Texas A&M University; Monish S. Mamadapur, Alcon Research, Ltd.

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composites. She is also interested in material performances and surface damage of polymer coated sheet metal. She holds a master’s degree and Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering in Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan, China, where she designed an automatic temperature control system for salt-bath furnace as well as studied the corrosion resistance and surface protection of dies. She is currently a member of ASME and SWE.Dr. Jyhwen Wang, Texas A&M University Jyhwen Wang joined the Department of Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution at Texas A&M University after working for 10 years as a researcher and R&D manager in industry. He teaches mechanics of materials, mechanical design

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Integrating Curriculum and Labs in ET Programs

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tara Cavalline P.E., University of North Carolina, Charlotte; Norb Delatte P.E., Cleveland State University

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Engineering Technology

casestudies into undergraduate civil engineering, civil engineering technology, constructionmanagement, and architecture curricula has been facilitated by the development of educationalresources as part of a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant. This paper outlines theapproach utilized to incorporate the World Trade Center Collapse case study into a junior-levelStructures and Materials Laboratory course in an engineering technology and constructionmanagement program, identifying the technical and professional component outcomes supportedby this case study. Assessment techniques utilized to evaluate technical comprehension of thebuilding performance, as well as to evaluate the impact of this case study on student’s interest inthe engineering

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Curriculum and New Course Development in ET

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sunil Mehendale, Michigan Technological University; John L. Irwin, Michigan Technological University; Robert A. Marlor, Northern Michigan University

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andqualitative, not quantitative. With the goal of improving the teaching and learning of dynamics,we propose a three-year study incorporating the use of Dynamics simulations as well as physicalmanipulative models.Simulations (e.g., something similar to the “BEST” software described in [7], [8], [9], and [10])will be integrated into the curriculum in the first year to reduce the emphasis on a largelyintuitive understanding of Dynamics. Several different problem simulations, representing aselection of typical kinematics and kinetics problems for both particles and rigid bodies, will becompleted. These problems will be designed to enable the user to vary inputs to view a widevariety of configurations and behavior.In addition to the simulations

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Curriculum and New Course Development in ET

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ali Ahmad, Northwestern State University

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Engineering Technology

more educational innovations that have a significant impact onstudent learning and performance9. The dominant approach for engineering and engineeringtechnology education in the US is based largely on faculty intuition drawn from personalexperiences as students and teachers.This research takes a pragmatic approach to reshape a curriculum of an Industrial EngineeringTechnology program. It uses the four pillars of manufacturing knowledge to suggestimprovement opportunities. The paper proceeds by discussing the method used to carry out theresearch. After that it provides a summary of the results. The paper concludes by a discussion ofthe key findings and how to proceed in implementing the identified changes to the curriculum.MethodThis paper uses

Conference Session

Capstone and Design Projects

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Vukica M. Jovanovic, Old Dominion University; Tatiana V. Goris, Purdue University, Columbus, IN; Ana M. Djuric, Wayne State University; Petros J Katsioloudis, Old Dominion University; Nathan John Luetke, Old Dominion University; Moustafa R. Moustafa, Old Dominion University; Basim Matrood, Old Dominion University

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learning objective is teachingstudents how to design parts, assemblies, and drawings in 3D in one commercially availablesoftware package. Other important objectives that were integrated in this class include:understanding mechatronic and electro-mechanical systems by example of one autonomous robotkit, the mechanical tiger. Students were able to make an animation of the tiger robot byintegrating a motion from the electrical motor to the motion of gear redactor in a tiger box. Thiswas done by using the polar coordinate system, an axis which both electrical motor and a gearshare, as well as by defining an assembly parameter between two planes – one plane at the

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Robotics, Automation, and Product Development

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joseph A. Morgan, Texas A&M University; Jay R Porter, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #11353Modular Integrated Stackable Layer (MISL): An Academic-Public SectorPartnership for Rapid Prototyping and DevelopmentDr. Joseph A. Morgan, Texas A&M University Joseph A. Morgan has over 20 years of military and industry experience in electronics and communica- tions systems engineering. He joined the Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution Department in 1989 and has served as the Program Director of the Electronics and Telecommunications Programs and as the Associate Department Head for Operations. He has served as Director of Engineering and Chief Technology Officer in the private sector and

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Software Applications in ET Programs

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joseph A. Untener P.E., University of Dayton; Robert L. Mott, University of Dayton; Buck Jones, Engineered Software

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Engineering Technology

Coursework Page 26.1249.2 Preparing Students for Industry by Integrating Commercial Software into CourseworkAbstractThe “automation” of engineering tasks has been an issue in engineering education since at leastthe time of the first handheld calculator. Whether or not to require the use of “trig tables” is anargument settled long ago, but the role of software in engineering education continues to be atopic of discussion.This paper presents one model that addresses this topic from the development of the textbook allthe way through the delivery of the student experience by individual faculty members. In thiscase, text book authors partnered successfully with an

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Curriculum and New Course Development in ET

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jay R Porter, Texas A&M University

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surveyed industry and, based on need, added bothrequired and technical elective courses to the curriculum. One of these courses was a technicalelective in the area of communication electronics. This course was recommended because manystudents are hired by companies that manage their own communications infrastructure, thatconsult and maintain communication systems for customers, and that manufacture and providecommunication equipment. The course was developed in the Summer of 2013 and has beendelivered twice, once in Fall 2013 and again in Spring 2014. The communication electronics course is offered as an elective and covers both basiccommunication concepts as well the implementation of these concepts in hardware and software.One of the

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Subjects in Renewable Energy and ET

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alamgir A. Choudhury, Western Michigan University; Jorge Rodriguez P.E., Western Michigan University

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Paper ID #14216Experimental analysis for an energy efficient product designDr. Alamgir A. Choudhury, Western Michigan University Alamgir A. Choudhury is an Associate Professor of Engineering Design, Manufacturing and Management Systems at Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, Michigan. His MS and PhD are in mechanical en- gineering from NMSU (Las Cruces) and BS in mechanical engineering from BUET (Dhaka). His interest includes computer applications in curriculum, MCAE, mechanics, fluid power, and instrumentation & control. He is a Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Ohio and affiliated with ASME, ASEE

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Project-based Learning in ET Programs

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cyril B Okhio, Kennesaw State University; Florian Misoc, Kennesaw State University; Austin B. Asgill, Southern Polytechnic College of Engr and Engr Tech

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #12619Incorporating Training In Research & Research Methods into the Under-graduate Curriculum in Engineering and Engineering Technology-(E&ET).Dr. Cyril B OKHIO, Kennesaw State University Cyril B. Okhio is a Faculty at the Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering & Engineering Tech- nology, Kennesaw State University and an Adjunct Professor at Clark Atlanta University’s Dual Degree Engineering Program. He earned his B.S. (Engineering) and Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering) degrees from, and was an (Science and Engineering Research Council) SERC Post-Doctoral Research Fellow at the University of London

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Curriculum and New Course Development in ET

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Huiru Shih P.E., Jackson State University; Pao-Chiang Yuan; Richterica Tukiya Ford; Thomasina Jenkins

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Engineering Technology

students. In order to attract more support for EMT program, the EMTfaculty members have submitted several proposals to the federal and local agencies. The recentgrants from DHS and NRC have allowed the EMT program to provide students with a diverseand newly developed set of course and course modules as well as an integrated laboratoryenvironment. Students can participate in the activities through coursework, laboratory practices,and research, and will later attend conferences to present research papers. The EMT program willbe constantly revamping the curriculum to meet the expectations of industry by supplyingqualified technologists who have extensive practical knowledge and hands-on experience.ACK OWLEDGEME TS:The authors wish to acknowledge

Conference Session

ETAC/ABET Related Issues

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jorge Crichigno, Northern New Mexico College; Ivan Lopez Hurtado, Northern New Mexico University; Raul R Peralta, Northern New Mexico College; Alfredo J. Perez Ph.D., Columbus State University

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Engineering Technology

the program is achieved in two consecutiveproject-based courses, Capstone I and Capstone II. They provide an integrating experience thatdevelops student competencies in applying both technical and non-technical skills (e.g., effectivecommunications, team work). Student work collected in these courses is also useful forassessment and evaluation. By the time students are enrolled in Capstone I and Capstone II, theyshould already have developed the knowledge, techniques and skills identified in each studentoutcome. Otherwise, corrective action is needed.Figure 3 provides an overview of the IET program. The number of credits required forgraduation is 124. While the program is a technology program, students are required to take coremath and

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Hands-on Active Learning

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Steve C. Hsiung, Old Dominion University; Feng Jao, Ohio Northern University

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #12044What does it take to deliver an active hands-on course?Dr. Steve C. Hsiung, Old Dominion University Steve Hsiung is a professor of electrical engineering technology at Old Dominion University. Prior to his current position, Dr. Hsiung had worked for Maxim Integrated Products, Inc., Seagate Technology, Inc., and Lam Research Corp., all in Silicon Valley, CA. Dr. Hsiung also taught at Utah State University and California University of Pennsylvania. He earned his BS degree from National Kauhsiung Normal University in 1980, MS degrees from University of North Dakota in 1986 and Kansas State University in

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Hands-on Active Learning

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mohammed Taqiuddin Taher, DeVry University, Addison; Ahmed S. Khan, DeVry University, Addison

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

experiments were offered using a hands-on approach. Withthe miniaturization of integrated circuits, it is becoming very difficult to construct a PC board orassemble surface mount chips in a lab environment. This shortcoming of the hands-on approachhas led professors and teachers to incorporate simulation in place of hands-on in technology-based lab courses. In spite of the advantages of simulations, hands-on labs remain tremendously importantin the technology curriculum, which is based on Dewey’s experiential learning theory. The basicpremise of this theory is that students learn as a result of doing or experiencing things in theworld, and learning occurs when mental activity is suffused with physical activity.5 Theprofessional success of a

Conference Session

Issues in Engineering Technolgy Education

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Anne M Lucietto, Purdue University; Nichole Ramirez, Purdue University

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Engineering Technology

programs. Developing our understanding about this unique group ofstudents, while learning how to best educate and motivate them.Writing proficiency is an area that has been discussed for some time.1 Employers have indicated Page 26.1777.2that engineering technology students are unable to articulate clearly, in particular they arelacking in writing skills..2 Regardless, the work place demands the ability to convey thoughts andconcepts in writing.2 While this is the case, and is often known, academia is not consistent in thedevelopment of writing proficiency.1,3-5The authors believe that well-crafted exercises used throughout the curriculum provide

Conference Session

Student Recruitment and Retention in ET Programs

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Eric Scott McCrae, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis; Eugenia Fernandez, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #11791Identifying Factors Impacting First Year Persistence in Computer GraphicsTechnologyMr. Eric Scott McCrae, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis Eric McCrae is a senior graphic designer and web developer at Blue Octopus Printing Company, a large printing and mailing facility in Indianapolis, Indiana. He has over 17 years experience in the printing and mailing industry specializing in graphic design for print and mail marketing. Eric is the father of 1 and husband to Mia the love of his life.Dr. Eugenia Fernandez, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis Eugenia Fernandez is an Associate

Conference Session

Software Applications in ET Programs

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Isaiah I. Ryan, Western Washington University; Aaron Cramer, Western Washington University; Ying Lin, Western Washington University

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Engineering Technology

DSP techniques. For instance, the “SIRI”function in iphone 4 uses DSP-based speech recognition algorithms. High quality headphonesemploys DSP-based noise cancelation techniques as well.DSP has become an integral part of Electronic Engineering Technology (EET) and ElectricalEngineering curricula at higher institutions worldwide. To fulfill a successful DSP curriculum, itis critical to complement lectures with well-designed hands-on laboratory exercises. It has beenwidely acknowledged that hands-on experiences improve teaching and learning efficiency andreinforce students’ comprehension of abstract topics1,2,3,4. Page 26.1307.2Motivations and

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Software Applications in ET Programs

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Stephen A. Strom, Pennsylvania State University, Erie

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Engineering Technology

. However, if you can marry these two concepts together, then you have hit a home run.In our school, the Computer Engineering Technology curriculum is set up so that programming andembedded circuit design is taught via a series of courses: (a) Introduction to ‘C’ programming, (b)Digital Design and Embedded Systems, (c) C++ and object orientated programming and (d) anIntermediate Embedded Systems course. After completing this series, the students can continue onwith an Embedded Linux course, as well as a Software Engineering (process and agiledevelopment) course. Page 26.971.2This arrangement of courses is a bit unusual in that Technology

Conference Session

Issues in Engineering Technolgy Education

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Terence Geyer, Eastern Washington University; William R Loendorf, Eastern Washington University

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Engineering Technology

has to be anotherway to meet this challenge. In conventional course occurrences, events like a midterm, final andassignments tend to overlap between classes, and can cause big spikes in student workload. Withan increased number of students in each class, students can also feel the pressure of increasedcompetition. These stresses’ on both faculty and students, negatively affect the positive outcomesdesired by both groups. This paper describes the formulation, design, and execution of twoplanning methods used to help balance the needs, workload, and time resources for both thefaculty and students in an Engineering curriculum. One approach compares weekly instructorworkload for the planning and delivery across three classes. Covering items from

Conference Session

Utilizing Digital Technologies in Classroom and Distance Learning in ET Programs

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Aleksandr Sergeyev, Michigan Technological University; Nasser Alaraje, Michigan Technological University

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Diversity

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weekly and the solutions to the problems areprovided. Homework assignments are not graded, but must be worked thoroughly with thestudents to prepare for a follow up quiz given to the students in one week upon receiving therelated assignment. This approach of assessing student's knowledge has been tested for severalconsecutive years and proved to be very effective in student’s comprehension of a subject taught.The other assessment tools used in the EM course are the midterm and final examinations, andstudents’ presentations. To make students more well-rounded engineers, the development of thestudent soft skills is becoming an integral part of the curriculum in most universities. In most ofclasses offered in the School of Technology at Michigan

Conference Session

Project-based Learning in ET Programs

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Matthew Turner, Purdue University (Statewide Technology); Timothy R. Cooley, Purdue University, New Albany

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student project for an undergraduate controls curriculum. Additionally,through open access to the design files, control systems educators and students have theflexibility to customize the project to their individual needs. Student feedback is also presentedsupporting the efficacy of the system as an active learning tool.1. IntroductionThe inverted pendulum control experiment, in which a pendulum with a center of mass above thepivot point is mounted to a linear actuator and the actuator is moved to attain a balancedcondition (Figure 1), is a common example used in introductory feedback control systemscourses1, particularly in the design of the Proportional Integral Derivative (PID) controlalgorithm2. Since the inverted pendulum is inherently

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Utilizing Digital Technologies in Classroom and Distance Learning in ET Programs

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Eric A. Roe, Polk State College; Terry Bartelt

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Engineering Technology

flexibility afforded by OEOE competency based education strategy format will allow earlier faculty/student interaction. Page 26.408.4 3. Partnering with the school district to enhance secondary programming and dual- enrollment in the OEOE program will support increased articulation opportunities for secondary students by aligning MSSC CPT Certification with the curriculum of six career academies and programs of study.Resulting in an OEOE model that drives an increase in the number of students enrolled in the ETdegree at Polk State College that have the skills and knowledge demanded by our employerpartners. Furthermore, by

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Project-based Learning in ET Programs

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John R Haughery, Iowa State University; Dave Raj Raman, Iowa State University

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university, industry, and federal sources – and for his efforts has received departmental, college, and national teaching honors including the Farrall Young Educator Award given by the American Society of Agricultural Engineers, and an invitation to participate in the National Academy of Engineering’s 2013 Frontiers in Engineering Education Conference. Raman chairs the ABE Engineering Curriculum Committee and in that role oversaw the successful 2012 ABET accreditation visit for both the Agricultural Engineering (AE) and Biological Systems Engineering (BSE) degree programs. Upon arriving at ISU in 2006, he led the development of the BSE program, and this program now enrolls over 80 students. Raman also runs multiple summer

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Utilizing Digital Technologies in Classroom and Distance Learning in ET Programs

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Matthew Turner, Purdue University (Statewide Technology)

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Engineering Technology

computer automated, such as practice exercisesand problem solving. Therefore in a flipped classroom, activities that historically have beenperformed in class are performed at home and vice versa, i.e. a re-ordering of the traditional classstructure.It is increasingly becoming evident that a more specific definition of the flipped classroom isnecessary, as instead of merely a re-ordering, the successful flipped course actually expandsbeyond the typical course curriculum by including activities based on proven active learningmethods focused on knowledge integration and application2. In their review of flipped Page 26.41.2classroom research, Bishop

Conference Session

Capstone and Design Projects

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Eric John Addeo, DeVry University; Nugroho Iwan Santoso, DeVry University, North Brunswick; Chao-Ying Wang, DeVry University, North Brunswick; Raul San Martin Rivadulla, Graduate Education

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newmessage is that graduates not only need to possess sound technical knowledge in their chosendisciplines but also need to be better educated and more adept in the areas of communicationskills, teamwork, leadership and other professional skills. Despite the recognized importance ofthese skill sets, it is not easy to develop and implement a curriculum that deterministically fosterssuch skills. Also, subsequent outcome assessment of the achieved skill levels poses manychallenges and demands much creativity. Moon, et al. describes a joint experience betweenSyracuse University in USA and Carlos III University in Spain. The context is the education ofengineering students in fundamental business processes and integration using an industry-scale

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Robotics, Automation, and Product Development

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Aleksandr Sergeyev, Michigan Technological University; Nasser Alaraje, Michigan Technological University; James O. Frendewey, Michigan Technological University; Mohsen Azizi, Michigan Technological University

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hardware design engineer, from 1997- 2002, and by vLogix as chief hardware design engineer, from 2002-2004. In 2009, Alaraje was awarded the Golden Jubilee by the College of Engi- neering at Assiut University, in Egypt. He has served as an ABET/IEEE-TAC evaluator for electrical engineering technology and computer engineering technology programs. Dr. Alaraje is a 2013-2014 Fulbright scholarship recipient at Qatar University, where he taught courses on Embedded Systems. Ad- ditionally, Dr. Alaraje is recipient of an NSF award for a digital logic design curriculum revision in collaboration with College of Lake County in Illinois, and NSF award in collaboration with University of New Mexico, Drake State Technical College

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Capstone and Design Projects

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Antonio Jose Soares P.E., Florida A&M University; Doreen Kobelo, Florida A&M University/Florida State University; Chao Li, Florida A&M University/Florida State University; G. Thomas Bellarmine P.E., Florida A&M University/Florida State University

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for Medtronic as a full-time Integrated Circuit Designer until November 2003. Antonio started his pursuit of the Doctor of Philosophy degree at the Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University in January 2004 under the supervision of Dr. Reginald Perry. Upon completion of his PhD, Dr. Soares was immedi- ately hired as an assistant professor (Tenure Track) in the Electronic Engineering Technology department at FAMU. Dr. Soares received his Tenure and Promotion to Associate Professor in summer 2014. Dr. Soares is conducting research in education (STEM), Optoelectronics, nanotechnology and robotics.Dr. Doreen Kobelo, Florida A&M University/Florida State University Dr. Doreen Kobelo is an Assistant Professor at