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Communication Across the Divisions I: Communication in Engineering Disciplines
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Mike Ekoniak, Virginia Tech; Molly Scanlon, Virginia Tech; M. Jean Mohammadi-Aragh, Mississippi State University
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Civil Engineering, Liberal Education/Engineering & Society
joint appointment in the Bagley College of Engineering dean’s office and the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Mis- sissippi State University. Through her role in the Hearin Engineering First-year Experiences (EFX) Pro- gram, she is assessing the college’s current first-year engineering efforts, conducting rigorous engineering education research to improve first-year experiences, and promoting the adoption of evidence-based in- structional practices. In addition to research in first year engineering, Dr. Mohammadi-Aragh investigates technology-supported classroom learning and using scientific visualization to improve understanding of complex phenomena. She earned her Ph.D. (2013) in Engineering
Conference Session
Two Body Solutions: Strategies for the Dual-Career Job Search
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Shannon Ciston, University of California, Berkeley; Katy Luchini-Colbry, Michigan State University; Christopher M Weyant, Drexel University; Robert L. Nagel, James Madison University; Jacquelyn Kay Nagel, James Madison University; Amber L. Genau, University of Alabama at Birmingham; Kristina M. Wagstrom, University of Connecticut; Daina Briedis, Michigan State University
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Diversity
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New Engineering Educators, Student, Women in Engineering
Paper ID #11885Two Body Solutions: Strategies for the Dual-Career Job SearchDr. Shannon Ciston, University of California, Berkeley Shannon Ciston is a Lecturer and Director of Undergraduate Education in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley. Dr. Ciston holds degrees in chemical engineering from Northwestern University (PhD) and Illinois Institute of Technology (BS). She teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in technical communications and applied pedagogy, and conducts engineering education research.Dr. Katy Luchini-Colbry, Michigan State University Katy
Conference Session
Reflective & Critical Pedagogies
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Mania Orand, University of Washington ; Brook Sattler, University of Washington; Jennifer A. Turns, University of Washington; Lauren D. Thomas, University of Washington
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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society
Paper ID #12650Engineering Education meets Human-Computer Interaction (HCI): Explor-ing how the work on ”probes” can guide the design of reflection activitiesMania Orand, University of Washington Mania Orand is a researcher in the field of Human Computer Interaction at the University of Washington. Her research interests are on using reflection in designing web and mobile technologies, user experience, and digital media.Dr. Brook Sattler, University of Washington Dr. Sattler is a Research Scientist for the Center for Engineering Learning & Teaching (CELT) and a Multi-Campus Coordinator for the Consortium to Promote
Conference Session
Capstone Design
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
James Trevelyan, University of Western Australia
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Diversity
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Design in Engineering Education
Paper ID #13710Incremental Self-Assessment Rubrics for Capstone Design CoursesProf. James Trevelyan, University of Western Australia Professor James Trevelyan works part-time as a Winthrop Professor in the Mechanical and Chemical En- gineering School at The University of Western Australia, Fellow of Engineers Australia, and also practices as a mechanical and mechatronics engineer developing new air conditioning technology. His main area of research is on engineering practice, and he teaches design, sustainability, engineering practice and project management. He is well known internationally for pioneering research that
Conference Session
Capstone Design
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Larissa Cannon, Brigham Young University; Cory C Cunningham, The Boeing Company; Aaron Lau Inouye, Brigham Young University; Brett Stone, Brigham Young University; Fabian Zender, The Boeing Company
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Diversity
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Design in Engineering Education
working in the v-CAx Lab (formerly the ParaCad Lab) at Brigham Young University under the direction of Dr. Greg Jensen.Cory C Cunningham, The Boeing Company Cory Cunningham is a manufacturing engineer working for The Boeing Company. He graduated from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering Technology and researched welding of dissimilar materials. Cory’s primary focuses in his current role are on 5-axis machining and part finishing.Mr. Aaron Lau Inouye, Brigham Young University Graduated from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. Win- ner of the 2014 ASME-IAM3D Challenge. Background in aerospace composite manufacturing and is
Conference Session
Design as a Social Process: Teams and Organizations
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
R. Keith Stanfill, University of Florida; Shari Ann Robinson, University of Florida Counseling and Wellness center
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Design in Engineering Education
. In Fall 2013, he joined the Engineering Innovation Institute. IPPD is an experiential multidisciplinary design program where teams of students complete real projects for sponsoring companies and agencies. Dr. Stanfill has recruited over 300 industry-sponsored projects and directed the efforts of over 1900 senior-level engineering and business students for the IPPD program. In 2003, he helped create the Integrated Technology Ventures (ITV) program and serves as Chair of the ITV Board of Directors. The ITV program exposes students to the realities of technology start-up companies while assisting UF researchers in commercializing their technological innovations. Virtual companies comprised of engineering
Conference Session
Best of DEED
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Katherine Goodman, University of Colorado, Boulder; Hunter Porterfield Ewen, University of Colorado, Boulder; Jiffer W Harriman Jr, University of Colorado; Jean Hertzberg, University of Colorado, Boulder
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Design in Engineering Education
Paper ID #12312Aesthetics of Design: a Case Study of a CourseMs. Katherine Goodman, University of Colorado, Boulder Katherine Goodman is currently a graduate student at the University of Colorado Boulder in the ATLAS Institute, working toward a Ph.D. in Technology, Media, and Society. Her research is in engineering education, with a focus on fluids and design courses. She holds a B.S. in mathematics and a masters of professional writing. She has previously worked as a technical writer and project coordinator, and as an instructor in composition at the University of Southern California and the Community College of
Conference Session
Research on Diversification & Inclusion
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Erin A. Cech, Rice University
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Diversity
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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering, Liberal Education/Engineering & Society, New Engineering Educators, Student, Women in Engineering
and transgender (LGBT) individuals in U.S.workplaces often face disadvantages in pay, promotion, and workplace experiences.1-7 It is stilllegal in many states to fire LGBT persons due to sexual identity or gender expression.8 Recentscholarship on the experiences of LGBT students and professionals suggests that thesedisadvantages may be particularly pernicious within science and engineering-related fields, giventhe patterns of heteronormativity and heterosexism documented therein.9-12 LGBT faculty inscience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)-related departments face harassment anddiscrimination, marginalization, and chilly departmental and classroom climates.10 In a study oftwo NASA centers, furthermore, LGBT professionals encountered
Conference Session
Reflective & Critical Pedagogies
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Joe Tranquillo, Bucknell University
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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society
Paper ID #13320The Faculty Ulysses ContractProf. Joe Tranquillo, Bucknell University Joe Tranquillo is an Associate Professor of Biomedical and Electrical Engineering at Bucknell University. Joe was the founder and inaugural chair of the Biomedical Engineering Society Undergraduate Research Track, and co-founder of the KEEN Winter Interdisciplinary Design Experience. He currently serves as the Chair of the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) Biomedical Engineering Divi- sion (BED), the co-director of the Institute for Leadership in Technology and Management (ILTM) and is co-editor of the Morgan and
Conference Session
Idea Generation and Creativity in Design
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Colin M. Gray, Iowa State University; Seda McKIlligan, Iowa State University; Shanna R. Daly, University of Michigan; Colleen M. Seifert, University of Michigan; Richard Gonzalez, University of Michigan
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Diversity
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Design in Engineering Education
learned. His research focuses on the role of student experience in informing a critical design pedagogy, and the ways in which the pedagogy and underlying studio environment inform the development of design thinking, particularly in relation to critique and professional identity formation in STEM disciplines. His work crosses multi- ple disciplines, including engineering education, instructional design and technology, design theory and education, and human-computer interaction.Prof. Seda Yilmaz, Iowa State University Dr. Yilmaz is an Assistant Professor of Industrial Design. She teaches design studios and lecture courses on developing creativity and research skills. Her current research focuses on identifying impacts
Conference Session
Engineering and Public Policy Division Technical Session 1
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Mike Ellis, Idaho State University; Richard M. Wabrek P.E., Idaho State University
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Engineering and Public Policy
provision for the consideration of the views of faculty, staff, administrators, and students on matters in which they have a direct and reasonable interest.”ABET, formerly The Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology, includes the followingstatement in its General Criteria 6 dealing with faculty: “The program faculty must have appropriate qualifications and must have and demonstrate sufficient authority to ensure the proper guidance of the program and to develop and implement processes for the evaluation, assessment, and continuing improvement of the program, its educational objectives and outcomes.”Many of the publications related to faculty governance are devoid of any material dealing
Conference Session
Idea Generation and Creativity in Design
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Shraddha Sangelkar, Pennsylvania State University, Erie; Charlotte De Vries, Penn State Erie, the Behrend College; Omar Ashour, Pennsylvania State University, Erie; William C. Lasher, Pennsylvania State University, Erie
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Diversity
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Design in Engineering Education
in 2009. She received her M.S. (2013) and Ph.D. (2014) in Mechanical Engineering from the Pennsylvania State University. She teaches Dynamics, System Dynamics, and Instrumentation, Measurement, and Statistics.Dr. Omar Ashour, Pennsylvania State University, Erie Dr. Omar Ashour is Assistant Professor of Industrial Engineering at Pennsylvania State University, The Behrend College. Dr. Ashour received the B.S. degree in Industrial Engineering/Manufacturing Engi- neering and the M.S. degree in Industrial Engineering from Jordan University of Science and Technology (JUST) in 2005 and 2007, respectively. He received his M.Eng. degree in Industrial Engineering/Human Factors and Ergonomics and the Ph.D. degree in
Conference Session
Idea Generation and Creativity in Design
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
K. Scott Marshall II, The University of Texas at Austin; Richard H. Crawford, University of Texas, Austin; Daniel D. Jensen, U.S. Air Force Academy
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Design in Engineering Education
Louisiana State University in 1982, and his MSME in 1985 and Ph.D. in 1989, both from Purdue University. He teaches mechanical engineering design and geometry modeling for design. Dr. Crawford’s research interests span topics in computer- aided mechanical design and design theory and methodology. Dr. Crawford is co-founder of the DTEACh program, a ”Design Technology” program for K-12, and is active on the faculty of the UTeachEngineering program that seeks to educate teachers of high school engineering.Dr. Daniel D. Jensen, U.S. Air Force Academy Dr. Dan Jensen is a Professor of Engineering Mechanics at the U.S. Air Force Academy where he has been since 1997. He received his B.S. (Mechanical Engineering), M.S. (Applied
Conference Session
Making in Design
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Kim J Manner, University of Wisconsin, Madison; Frank E Pfefferkorn, University of Wisconsin, Madison
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Design in Engineering Education
have funded Pfefferkorn’s work. He is a recipient of the 2007 Kuo K. Wang Outstanding Young Manufacturing Engineer Award from the Society of Manufacturing Engineers and a Machine Tool Technology Research Foundation equipment loan award. Page 26.184.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2015 An Examination of ME449: A New Design and Fabrication Coursein the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin - Madison Page 26.184.2IntroductionThis paper details the development of a new design and fabrication course
Conference Session
Idea Generation and Creativity in Design
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Samuelina M. Wright, University of Michigan; Eli M. Silk, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Shanna R. Daly, University of Michigan; Kathryn W. Jablokow, Pennsylvania State University, Great Valley; Seda McKIlligan, Iowa State University
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Design in Engineering Education
Paper ID #11638Exploring the Effects of Problem Framing on Solution Shifts: A Case StudyMs. Samuelina M. Wright, University of Michigan Samuelina Wright is a senior in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Michigan. She has worked in design and ideation research for over a year. Her focus has been on quantifying the diversity of so- lution sets, studying design problem framing, and exploring paradigm relatedness. She is interested in engineering education, which is where her passion for teaching and her technical background in engineer- ing overlap. As an engineering designer herself, she is interested in
Conference Session
Best of DEED
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Kathryn W. Jablokow, Pennsylvania State University, Great Valley; Wesley Teerlink, Penn State University; Seda Yilmaz, Iowa State University; Shanna R. Daly, University of Michigan; Eli M. Silk, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
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Diversity
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Design in Engineering Education
,” International Journal of Engineering Education, 24(5), pp. 936–954.[13] Defranco, J. F., Jablokow, K., Bilen, S. G., and Gordon, A., 2012, “The impact of cognitive style on concept mapping: visualizing variations in the structure of ideas,” American Society for Engineering Education, American Society for Engineering Education.[14] Jablokow, K. W., and Booth, D. E., 2006, “The impact and management of cognitive gap in high performance product development organizations,” Journal of Engineering and Technology Management, 23(4), pp. 313– 336.[15] Lindsay, P. R., 1985, “Counselling to resolve a clash of cognitive styles,” Technovation, 3(1), pp. 57–67.[16] McCarthy, R., 1988, “An investigation of role conflict and
Conference Session
K-12 & Pre- College Engineering Division Poster Session
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Paula Rees, University of Massachusetts, Amherst; Christine Olson, University of Massachusetts Amherst; Charles M Schweik, University of Massachusetts, Amherst; Steven D Brewer, University of Massachusetts Amherst
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Diversity
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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering
maintaining student interest in engineering and related science and technology and works with several regional K12 programs to help increase the pipeline of students interested in pursuing careers in these fields.Ms. Christine Olson, University of Massachusetts Amherst Christine Olson is a doctoral student in the Department of Communication at the University of Mas- sachusetts Amherst. Her research interests include media production and social participation practices online, social inequality and new media technologies, children and new media, and digital media litera- cies. Her work has been presented at International Communication Association conferences.Dr. Charles M Schweik, University of Massachusetts, Amherst Charles
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Electrical and Computer Engineering Problem-based and Active Learning
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Tiina M. Komulainen, Oslo and Akershus University College; Christine Lindstrøm, Oslo and Akershus University College; Tengel Sandtrø, Oslo and Akershus University College
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Electrical and Computer
Paper ID #11241Work in progress: Development and use of an active learning classroom for acourse on Dynamic SystemsDr. Tiina M. Komulainen, Oslo and Akershus University College Tiina M. Komulainen is associate professor in automation at Oslo and Akershus University College in Norway. She earned MSc and DrSc degrees in chemical engineering from Helsinki University of Tech- nology, Finland. Dr. Komulainen has background in industrial process modeling and control. She has worked with dynamic process simulation of large scale industrial oil and gas processes at Kongsberg Oil & Gas Technologies before joining Oslo and
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K-12 & Pre- College Engineering Division Poster Session
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Robert Shultz, Drexel University; Daniel Edward Ueda, GRASP Laboratory, University of Pennsylvania; Jessica S Ward, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.); Adam K Fontecchio, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.)
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Diversity
Tagged Divisions
K-12 & Pre-College Engineering
Fontecchio, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.) Page 26.54.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2015 A Hands-On, Arduino-Based Approach to Develop Student Engineering Skills and Introduce Cybersecurity Concepts to K-12 Students (Work in Progress)I. AbstractWithout a doubt, today’s generation is one driven by computer-based technologies. The vastmajority of students uses computers and mobile devices on a daily basis and regularly posts onsocial media sites. As computer-related fields continue to grow, a future job market rich intechnology
Conference Session
Division Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies: Electrical and Computer Engineering Labs
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Ning Wang, University of Houston; Siu Chun Michael Ho, University of Houston; Qianlong Lan, Texas Southern University; Xuemin Chen, Texas Southern University; Gangbing Song, University of Houston (CoE); Hamid R. Parsaei, Texas A&M University at Qatar
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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies
Paper ID #12752Developing a Remote Laboratory at TAMUQ Based on a Novel Unified Frame-workMr. Ning Wang, University of HoustonDr. Siu Chun Michael Ho, University of HoustonMr. Qianlong Lan, Texas Southern University Dpt. of Computer Science Graduate StudentDr. Xuemin Chen, Texas Southern University Dr. Xuemin Chen is the founding Director of Virtual and Remote Laboratory and an Associate Professor of Computer Engineering Technology at the Texas Southern University. He received his BS, MS and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical Engineering from the Nanjing University of Science and Technology (NJUST), China, in 1985, 1988 and 1991
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Division Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies: Electrical and Computer Engineering Labs
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Aidan F. Browne, University of North Carolina, Charlotte; Wesley B. Williams P.E., University of North Carolina, Charlotte; Keith Loftus, University of North Carolina, Charlotte; Christopher Benfield
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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies
has worked for United Technologies (Hamilton Sundstrand) and General Dynamics on numerous projects including International Space Station Life Support, Joint Strike Fighter Propulsion Control Systems and U.S. Army Biodefense. He received his B.S. from Vanderbilt University and his M.S. and Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Connecticut. Dr. Browne serves as the Chair of the Engineering Technology Division of the Southeastern Section of ASEE; he also does extensive volunteer work for the FIRST Foundation (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology).Dr. Wesley B. Williams P.E., University of North Carolina, Charlotte Dr. Williams is an assistant professor in the department of
Conference Session
Evaluation: Diversity in K-12 and Pre-college Engineering Education
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Margaret Baguio, University of Texas at Austin; Wallace T. Fowler P.E., University of Texas, Austin; Susana Ramirez, PSJA ISD; Judit Györgyey Ries, The University of Texas
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Diversity
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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering
EvaluationAbstract:This paper demonstrates the success of the Summer of Innovation program over a four yearperiod and answers the question “Does summer STEM engagement increase student interest andteacher instruction among underrepresented and underserved youth?”Summer and after-school programs present a prime venue for fostering student interest inScience, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) because of their informalatmosphere and their unique ability to inspire and excite children through enrichmentexperiences and hands-on, project-based group activities. Out-of-school time (OST) activitiesallow students to connect with STEM on a personal level, which is especially important forstudents who are underrepresented in these fields and may not have
Conference Session
K-12 & Pre- College Engineering Division Poster Session
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Michael Andrew Albright, South Carolina Governor's School for Science and Mathematics; Karen R. Den Braven, South Carolina Governor's School for Science and Mathematics; Elaine R. Parshall, SC Governor's School of Science and Mathematics
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Diversity
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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering
, and his research focuses on the intersections of pedagogy, performance, and professionalization among teachers.Dr. Karen R. Den Braven, South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics Karen R. Den Braven is the Director of Engineering Programs for the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics, a statewide magnet STEM high school. After receiving degrees in Mechan- ical Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley and Colorado State University, she spent over 25 years at the University of Idaho as a Professor and as Director of the National Institute for Ad- vanced Transportation Technology where she brought in over $10 millon in research funding. She was also advisor to
Conference Session
Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Digital Systems Education 1
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Austin Whipple, Bishop Fox; Keith B Smith, Brigham Young University; Dale C Rowe, Brigham Young University; Samuel Moses, Brigham Young University
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Electrical and Computer
Moses, Brigham Young University Samuel Moses is a research assistant and lab manager at Brigham Young University in the Cyber Security Research Lab. He is graduating with a Bachelors in Information Technology this year, emphasizing in the fields of System Administration and Cyber Security. After graduation, Samuel Moses is planning on continuing his education at Brigham Young University studying for a Masters in Technology emphasis in Cyber Security. Page 26.301.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2015 Building a Vulnerability Testing Lab in an
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K-12 & Pre- College Engineering Division Poster Session
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Hamid R. Parsaei, Texas A&M University at Qatar; Brady Creel, Texas A&M University at Qatar; John S Small, Texas A&M University at Qatar
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Diversity
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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering
Excellence (ELITE).Mr. John S Small, Texas A&M University at Qatar Page 26.306.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2015 Building  Human  Capacity  to  Meet  Demand  for  Engineers  and  Scientists  in  the     Middle  East  and  North  Africa  (other)    Abstract  Several  countries  in  the  Middle  East  and  North  Africa  (MENA)  have  been  investing  significantly  in  the  past  two  decades  to  promote  and  attract  young  and  upcoming  talent  to  pursue  professions  in  science,  technology,  engineering,  and
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K-12 & Pre- College Engineering Division Poster Session
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
James Nowak Jr., Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Daniel A Kaczmarek, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Elizabeth S. Herkenham, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Johnson Samuel, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
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Diversity
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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering
Paper ID #11950Communicating Advanced Manufacturing Concepts to Middle-school Stu-dents Using Lego-machines (Work in Progress)Mr. James Nowak Jr., Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute James Nowak is a senior at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (Class of 2015) majoring in Mechanical En- gineering. His research work includes 3-D printing on nano-composite materials and machining studies on bio-materials. He is passionate about inspiring local students to pursue engineering careers in ad- vanced manufacturing. James is the recipient of the 2013 Haas Student Manufacturing Award and 2014 Rensselaer Founder’s Award of Excellence.Mr
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K-12 & Pre- College Engineering Division Poster Session
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Lauren Redfern, Duke University; A. Leyf Peirce Starling, North Carolina State University; Claudia K Gunsch, Duke University
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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering
consultant for Michigan State’s Research Experiences for Teachers program for the last three years. Currently, Leyf is the Program Coordinator at the Engineering Place at North Carolina State University where she also teaches an Introduction to Engineering course to incoming freshmen.Dr. Claudia K Gunsch, Duke University Page 26.1192.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2015 Novel Approach to Developing and Implementing Curriculum in a High School Summer Engineering Camp (Work in Progress)AbstractA shortage of graduates in the science, technology
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K-12 & Pre- College Engineering Division Poster Session
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Ricky T Castles, East Carolina University; Zhen Zhu, East Carolina University
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Diversity
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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering
systems, but he has ongoing projects in the area of hospital patient health monitoring. He is actively engaged in K-12 outreach through several venues including Summer Ventures, high school STEM day, the NC Science Olympiad, a Math Science Partnership grant, volunteer work with a local literacy camp, Boy Scouts Robotics Merit Badge counseling, and teaching the science portion of VBS and children’s Sunday School at his local church.Dr. Zhen Zhu, East Carolina University Zhen Zhu is an assistant professor at East Carolina University. From 2010 to 2013 he was a senior research engineer and a principal investigator with the Navigation Systems Division and the Advanced Concepts and Technologies Division in Northrop Grumman
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K-12 & Pre- College Engineering Division Poster Session
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Arthur D. Kney, Lafayette College; Emily Isabelle McGonigle
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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering
Page 26.1600.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2015 Transformation of STEM to STEAM – How a traditionally run STEM camp incorporated the ARTS into its framework resulting in a successful STEAM Camp (Work in Progress)IntroductionSummer 2014 marked a transition from STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) toSTEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, ARTS, and Math) with the incorporation of theArts into an existing informal educational model used to enhance K-12 education in an out-of-school program – a day camp experience for 60 children. This camp infused Art into engagingactivities and pointed educational modules designed to teach
Conference Session
Division Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies: Electrical and Computer Engineering Labs
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Kip D. Coonley, Duke University; Justin Miles, Duke University
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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies
Acceptance questions, 30% of students indicated that the Beagleboard-xM wasmuch more or more accepted than the DSK board, while 54% felt that it was as good or thesame, and 19% perceived the Beagleboard-xM to be less acceptable than the DSK board.In questions about the “Relationship to Accreditation Board of Engineering Technology (ABET)Student Outcomes,” the mean Likert scale score is M = 3.35 with a SD = 0.65. The alphareliability coefficient of 0.7603 indicates that even this small set of data (3 questions) is notrandom. The p-value of 0.4256 is quite large and thus does not allow the rejection of the null-hypothesis—namely, there was no change in relation to ABET criteria as a result of introducing