Conference Session

Industrial Engineering Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Heriberto Garcia-Reyes, Tecnologico de Monterrey; Cesia de la Garza Garza

Tagged Divisions

Industrial Engineering

, softskills are commonly associated with social or humanities courses, graduates from engineeringprograms requires to develop these skills. According to previous studies, soft skills could be thekey to increase the employability in higher education graduates. The apparent graduates’weaknesses are in communication skills, team work and the attitude on how to carry themselvesin the community (citizenship) among others23. Moreover, higher education programs areexpected to prepare students for future professional work experience. In contrast students areexpected to learn how to become exceptional professionals ready to handle any kind of challengeassociated with his or her job instantaneously after graduation. Many times these twoexpectations are not

Conference Session

INDUSTRY DAY SESSION: CMC PANEL SESSION TWO

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chiang Shih, Florida A&M University/Florida State University; Gregory John Kostrzewsky, Cummins, Inc; Lin Xiang Sun, Danfoss Turbocor Compressors

Tagged Topics

Corporate Member Council, Diversity

-of-the-arttechnologies in its industry and setting a new trend with their global products. From theacademic program perspective, the partnership has provided real-world experience to ourstudents, relevant advice on emerging industrial trends in workplace, and a professional networkfor our faculty and students. From the industrial partners’ viewpoint, they can encourage neededcurricular renovations, leverage an academic program’s research and development expertise, andgain direct access to the most motivated and capable graduates for potential employment.IntroductionDue to ABET accreditation requirements and the increasing emphasis to include professionalpractice in the education program, most engineering departments are actively seeking

Conference Session

Pedagogical Approaches in Construction Education

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Talat Salama, Central Connecticut State University; Namhun Lee, Central Connecticut State University; Glynis Fitzgerald, Central Connecticut State University; Lee W. Lee, Central Connecticut State University; Mary M. McCarthy, Central Connecticut State University

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Construction

her research in many aspects of relationships; organizations with their communities, leaders with their members and relationship building across cultures. She has received awards for her research and teaching. An experienced consultant, she applies her knowledge in corporations, educational institutions, and non- profit organizations on subjects including crisis prevention and management, membership development and information management. Her book, Professional Communication: A relationship management ap- proach written together with Dr. Yanan Ju is used by Fudan University, PRC to provide training for students desiring to work in the US. She is also the Subject Matter Expert for the Hyundai Leadership Program

Conference Session

Hands-on Active Learning

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Aurenice Menezes Oliveira, Michigan Technological University

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Engineering Technology

ahands-on component. The author of this paper doesn’t disagree with this argument. The goal ofthis article is to provide additional insights and definitions of the active learning approaches usedin face-to-face electrical engineering technology (EET) courses, offer suggestions forimplementing additional active learning methods, cooperative learning and problem-basedlearning, as well as encouraging learning and engagement among students in EET hands-oncourses. The reality is that in many cases, EET faculty members apply their own version ofactive learning methods without the knowledge of the terminology, research in education, andbody of literature available on the subject.The suggestions provided in this paper, while confirming principles and

Conference Session

Engineering Management Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elizabeth A Cudney, Missouri University of Science & Technology; Julie Ezzell

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Management

recommendation processconnected either people or organizations based on their personal preferences once the data hadbeen entered into the system. Social science research has revealed that people build socialrelationships with each other, and these relationships may help them locate either information orservices more effectively. Wan et al. (26) found that a collaborative group-learning environmentin which students could express their thoughts, voice their opinions, and share their experienceshad a positive outcome.Thus, incorporating teamwork and communication skills into the core curriculum of allengineering and technology programs is essential for success. McDonald (27) emphasizes that itis clearly important that faculty consider incorporating

Conference Session

First-year Programs Division Technical Session 6: Hands-on Projects and Spatial Skills

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jennifer Ocif Love, Northeastern University; Susan F Freeman, Northeastern University; Kris Jaeger-Helton, Northeastern University; Richard Whalen, Northeastern University

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First-Year Programs

ScienceFoundation, National Academy of Engineering, American Society for Engineering Education,and the United States government, among others.After a substantial review process that took several years and several committees of high rankingmembers from academia and industry, the National Academy of Engineering in its EducatingThe Engineer of 2020 report1 recommended in 2005 that engineering education establishmentsseek to achieve the following: 1. Pursue a student-centered approach to undergraduate engineering education. 2. Increase the value in engineering education research to better understand how students learn. 3. Develop new standards for faculty qualifications. 4. Help promote engineering and technological literacy among the

Conference Session

Flipped Classrooms in Mechanics

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Keri Ryan, University of Nevada, Reno; Adam Kirn, Univeristy of Nevada, Reno

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Mechanics

Paper ID #14025Active Learning and Engagement in Mechanics of SolidsProf. Keri Ryan, University of Nevada, Reno Keri Ryan is an Associate Professor in Civil and Environmental Engineering at University of Nevada, Reno. She has taught core courses in mechanics to engineering students for 8 years, and has led the charge to bring innovative teaching methods to this course at University of Nevada, Reno. Besides teaching courses at the undergraduate and graduate level, she maintains an active research program in earthquake engineering.Dr. Adam Kirn, Univeristy of Nevada, Reno Adam Kirn is an Assistant Professor of

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Course Development

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jacquelyn Kay Nagel, James Madison University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Multidisciplinary Engineering

and multidisciplinary systems ; 2) use of pedagogies of engagement; and 3) instruction inqualitative and quantitative analysis. The theories of System Dynamics, Dynamic Systems, andOptimization are woven together with concepts from engineering design, engineering science, andsustainability taught in other courses in the curriculum. A five stage analysis process is utilized toprovide structure for the course content, as well as model the complete analysis thought process withfeedback loops scaffolding the students in their application and synthesis of the course material. Avariety of pedagogical approaches, including deep, collaborative, and problem-based learning, havebeen utilized to develop the course learning activities and materials. The

Conference Session

Civil Engineering Division Technical Session 6

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

M. A. Karim, Kennesaw State University

Tagged Divisions

Civil Engineering

found in PBLhandbooks for teachers, projects are complex tasks, based on challenging questions or problems,that involve students in design, problem-solving, decision making, or investigative activities;give students the opportunity to work relatively autonomously over extended periods of time;and culminate in realistic products or presentations1,2. Other defining features found in theliterature include authentic content, authentic assessment, teacher facilitation but not direction,explicit educational goals3, cooperative learning, reflection, and incorporation of adult skills4. Tothese features, particular models of PBL add a number of unique features. Definitions of"project-based instruction" include features relating to the use of an

Conference Session

Mathematics Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ruth Rodríguez-Gallegos, Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM); Rafael Ernesto Bourguet-Diaz, Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM)

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Diversity

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Mathematics

engineer of the 21stcentury. As researchers of math education, we are interested in working in this direction.REFERENCES[1] Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development [OCDE]. (2009). PISA 2009 Results. What Students Know and Can Do: Students Perfomance in Reading, Mathematics and Science. Retrieved for http://www.oecd.org/pisa/keyfindings/pisa2009keyfindings.htm[2] Bourn, D. & Neal, I. (2008). The Global Engineer. Incorporating global skills within UK Higher Education of Engineers. Engineers against Poverty. Leading Education and Social Research. Institute of Education. University of London.[3] Jhori, A. (2009). Preparing Engineers for a Global World: identifying and Teaching Strategies for Sensemaking and Creating

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Women in Engineering Division: Faculty and Gender Issues

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Canan Bilen-Green, North Dakota State University; Jenna P. Carpenter, Louisiana Tech University; Stacy Doore, University of Maine; Roger A. Green, North Dakota State University; Karen J. Horton P.E., University of Maine; Kristen L. Jellison, Lehigh University; Sharon Melissa Latimer, West Virginia University; Marci J. Levine, Lehigh University; D. Patrick O'Neal, Louisiana Tech University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Women in Engineering

, helping men develop a personal motivation forengaging in gender equity efforts, utilizing male roles models, providing opportunities for male-only dialogues, and engagement in solution-building. Barriers include apathy, fear of status loss,and lack of knowledge about gender inequities15. Additional theory and research indicate thatthere are key stages in the development of an ally identity and effective ally behaviors16-21.Overall, there appears to be accord among investigators such that (1) potential allies must firstunderstand unearned advantage and how it works in their own lives as well as how it impacts thelives of systemically disadvantaged persons; (2) successful ally development approacheseducate, inspire, and support members of the