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Diverse Issues in Renewable Energy

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mary Slowinski , M.Ed., CREATE NSF-ATE; Kenneth A. Walz, Madison Area Technical College; Kathleen Alfano, College of the Canyons

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Diversity

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Paper ID #15777Renewable Energy Technician Education: The Impact of International Fac-ulty CollaborationMary Slowinski , M.Ed., CREATE NSF-ATE Mary Slowinski is an educator/consultant specializing in collaborative learning research and design. She received her M.Ed. in Learning Science from the University of Washington and is currently completing her PhD with a dissertation on communities of practice for educators. A co-PI on a National Science Foundation research grant focused on industry/education partnerships, she has worked extensively with the NSF’s Advanced Technological Education program in a variety of consulting

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CAPSTONE (SENIOR) DESIGN AND UNDERGRADUATE PROJECTS

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Irina Nicoleta Ciobanescu Husanu, Drexel University ; Michael G. Mauk, Drexel University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

, she introduced the first experiential activity for Applied Mechanics courses. She is coordinator and advisor for capstone projects for Engineering Technology.Dr. Michael G. Mauk, Drexel University Michael Mauk is Assistant Professor in Drexel University’s Engineering Technology program. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 Training Global Engineers: A Capstone Senior Design Project in Energy Harvesting and SustainabilityAbstractAs the world of engineering becomes more global in character and practice, our instructionalendeavors must follow suit and enable our graduates with the necessary skills to thrive in theircareer. Our task is to prepare students to be more

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CAPSTONE (SENIOR) DESIGN AND UNDERGRADUATE PROJECTS

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Andrew H. Rosenthal, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach; Yan Tang, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Univ., Daytona Beach

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. Becoming a leader in the Clean Energy Senior Design allowed for the excelling of the program in a way that was never thought possible. By adhering to strict deadlines and turning in quality work, the project was completed on time, while meeting every customer requirement designated. The unparalleled managerial skills that were implemented in the senior design project, which are taught in the military, allowed for an overall project success.Dr. Yan Tang, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Univ., Daytona Beach Dr. Yan Tang is an associate professor of mechanical engineering at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Uni- versity in Daytona Beach, Fla. Her current research in engineering education focuses on cognitive load theory, deliberate

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Assessment, Course, and Curricular Development

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert W. Fletcher, Lawrence Technological University; Louise Marianne de Matos Brasil, Universidade Estadual do Rio Grande do Sul

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

exposure to the nature of future career opportunities.(5) Recent studies haveshown the relationships of internships, as well as other employment opportunities, to the hoursworked by a student and their impact on grade point average (GPA) compared to studentretention.(6) The use of required professional internships for graduation from engineeringprograms have also been carefully assessed.(7) The specific outcomes with compelling data werealso recently presented showing how internships have improved student’s personal attitudestowards their future prospects in an engineering career, and have documented the positivefinancial benefits to an organization.(8) Others have established multi-institutional internshipprograms for several engineering

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Automation, Instrumentation, and Computer Simulations

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Thomas E. McDermott, University of Pittsburgh; Renee M. Clark, University of Pittsburgh

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

). Rank analysis of covariance. Journal of the American Statistical Association, 62(320), 1187- 1200.32. Lawson, A. (1983). Rank analysis of covariance: alternative approaches. The Statistician, 32(3), 331-337.33. Sullivan, G., & Feinn, R. (2012). Using Effect Size-Or Why the P Value is Not Enough. Journal of Graduate Medical Education, 4(3), 279-282.34. Kotrlik, J., Williams, H., & Jabor, M. (2011). Reporting and Interpreting Effect Size in Quantitative Agricultural Education Research. Journal of Agricultural Education, 52(1), 132-142.35. Cohen, J. (1987). Statistical Power Analysis for the Behavioral Sciences. Hillsdale, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, Inc., 24-27, 40.36. Salkind, N. (ed.), 2010, Encyclopedia of Research

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Automation, Instrumentation, and Computer Simulations

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Xavier Shastri Domnique Henry, University of Maryland, Eastern Shore; Madhumi Mitra Ph.D., University of Maryland, Eastern Shore; Abhijit Nagchaudhuri, University of Maryland, Eastern Shore; Lei Zhang, University of Maryland, Eastern Shore

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

. Life Skills Outcomes C.1 This project had an impact on my critical thinking skills? C.2 This project improved my ability to work in teams and resolve conflicts?C. Civic Responsibility Outcomes C.1 This experiential learning project provided benefits to the community? In what capacity? C.2 My appreciation for integrated STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) research grown?Q.1 What did you like best about the experiential learning project?Q.2 What did you like least about the experiential learning project?D. Interpersonal: Mentor Relation Outcomes C.1 The mentor relationship with my graduate supervisor-mentor met my work objectives, needs and expectations? Please explain: C.2 I met regularly with my supervisor-mentor C.3 My

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Solar and Wind Energy-System Initiatives

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jaime Ramos-Salas P.E., University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley; Jose Ramirez, University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley; Hiram Moya, University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley; Jose Luis Saldivar Jr, University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley

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Bachelors Degree in Science in Electrical Engineering. I have interests in renewable energy, and hope that through impor- tant research, I can help impact the world with a more efficient, more environment friendly, and more innovative energy source on which we can fully depend.Dr. Hiram Moya, University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley Dr. Hiram Moya earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from Texas A&M University at College Station, Texas in 1996. After working in Accenture for 5 years, he founded and became the managing Partner of HMGroup LLP. While working in his firm, Dr. Moya was also taking graduate courses from the University of Texas at Dallas, and online courses from Texas A&M

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Diverse Issues in Renewable Energy

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Efrain O'Neill-Carrillo, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Agustin Irizarry-Rivera P.E., University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Cecilio Ortiz, University of Puerto Rico-INESI; Marla D. Perez-Lugo, University of Puerto Rico, Mayguez Campus

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to increase renewable energy use in the Island. A contribution towards addressing part of the challenges facing PV energy is to reduce the time and costs related to administrative processes, interconnection, as well as addressing planning and zoning issues. As a follow-up to the ARET study Dr. O’Neill and Dr. Irizarry led a rooftop solar challenge project under DOE’s SunShot Initiative. Three graduate students and six undergraduate students participated in this project. The team identified, analyzed, and provided best practices that could overcome processing and planning obstacles that impede a faster growth of rooftop PV systems. All the recommendations presented in the final report would have a great impact on Puerto Rico’s PV market; for

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Diverse Issues in Renewable Energy

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Keith E. Holbert P.E., Arizona State University; Taipeng Zhang, Arizona State University

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Diversity

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

confidence that they are capable of doing well ina technical major in college and perhaps become an engineer after graduation.3. Activities Apart from the lecture and tours, there are some additional activities carried out tosupplement their learning or provide them some valuable tools for their future endeavors. Forexample, learning to debate can foster critical analysis skills. It is also an important tool forfamiliarizing oneself with all the aspects of a particular issue through research and discussion.Two debates are scheduled, one at the beginning and another at the end of the program. Before we influence their views with information and our opinions, a debate with the topic“Coal or hydro – which is better?” is held before the lectures