Conference Session

Best of DEED

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jessica Menold, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Kathryn W. Jablokow, Pennsylvania State University; Timothy W. Simpson, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Emily A. Waterman, Pennsylvania State University

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Design in Engineering Education

Conference Session

Diversity in Community Engagement Implementation II

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ziyu Long, Colorado State University; Sean Eddington, Purdue University; Jessica Pauly; Linda Hughes-Kirchubel, Purdue University; Klod Kokini, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Patrice Marie Buzzanell, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Diversity

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Community Engagement Division

, year-longprocess of learning, reflection, and support by colleagues. Another important difference is that faculty learning community emphasized onrelationship development and community building among faculty. As noted by prior research onsocialization, successful relationships cultivated through organizational connections furtherembed and empower individuals to participate, identify, and engage more deeply with theirorganization (Kramer & Miller, 2014, see also Illiesa, Dimotakisc & Spitzmullera, 2013). FLCsdesigned specifically for new faculty, as in the case of this study, provide coaching andleadership opportunities for individuals who are already experiencing organizational change andtransition. It is therefore conceivable

Conference Session

Make It!

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nathan Tyler Thomas, Western Carolina University; Yanjun Yan, Western Carolina University; Hugh Jack, Western Carolina University

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Manufacturing

unit the ability to move in a differential manner 1 . Figure 1: Kilobot AgentsThe assembly jig is a 3D printed component that assist in the Kilobot construction, making themounting of the legs and motors quick and consistent. Figure 2: Kilobot JigThe arena can consist of any smooth reflective surface but, as recommended, a dry erase surfaceshould be used. The overhead infrared programmer/controller (OHC) is a circular printed circuitboard (PCB) about 3” in diameter with a USB connection on the top center and infrared LEDsmounted on the bottom perimeter of the PCB. The OHC is designed to program or controlmultiple Kilobots at one time

Conference Session

Women in Engineering Division Technical Session - Retaining and Developing Women Faculty

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Theresa M. Vitolo, Gannon University; Karinna M Vernaza, Gannon University; Lori D. Lindley, Gannon University; Elisa M. Konieczko, Gannon University; Weslene Tallmadge, Gannon University

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ASEE Diversity Committee, Diversity, Engineering Deans Council

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Engineering and Public Policy, Women in Engineering

members.Upon review several modifications to the website were communicated to the HR specialist, whoalso acted as liaison between any and all constituents. A major modification reflected howmedium-to-large institutions receive and process applications. Through various communicationand performance difficulties on the part of the webmaster required that, the HR specialistworked closely with the webmaster over the next18 months in order for a majority of therequested changes to be implemented. Unfortunately, these changes were not completed tospecification or functioning.To address these technical limitations and frustrations, a local technology group was hired toexamine and to correct the architecture and functioning of the website. After six months

Conference Session

Instructional and Learning Assessment in Chemical Engineering

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Vanessa Svihla, University of New Mexico; Abhaya K. Datye, University of New Mexico; Jamie R Gomez, University of New Mexico; Victor Law, Program of Organization, Information, and Learning Sciences at University of New Mexico; Sophia Bowers, University of New Mexico

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Diversity

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Chemical Engineering

. Thelab members all have experience conducting qualitative analysis. Members reviewed 25 samplesof student work on the DST, placing sticky notes on the tests where they noted a particular codeor saw something of interest. These initial ideas were turned into a coding scheme and applied tothe dataset, omitting codes that were not relevant to the research focus (e.g., design aesthetics) orthat were found to be redundant. This coding scheme was refined further at another research labmeeting; per recommendations for qualitative researchers, disagreements in coding werediscussed.66 The chemical engineers involved in the project reviewed the scheme and confirmedthat it was ecologically valid,67 meaning it authentically reflected their understanding of

Conference Session

Teaching Methods in Mechancial Engineering

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rebecca L Norris, University of Oklahoma; Zahed Siddique, University of Oklahoma; M. Cengiz Altan, University of Oklahoma; J. D. Baldwin, University of Oklahoma; Wilson E Merchán-Merchán, University of Oklahoma

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Diversity

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Mechanical Engineering

innovative and productive workforce [1]. Recognizing thisneed, significant attention and resources have been allocated in the recent past towardsincreasing female and underrepresented minority student enrollment in STEM fields, includingengineering. These efforts have resulted in a more diverse undergraduate population in USinstitutions, but overall graduation rates still do not reflect a fully diverse student body. Forinstance, women and underrepresented minorities earned only around 19% and 13% of the 2012 1bachelor degrees in engineering, a small increase from previous years [2]. Additionally, thisincrease in diversity is not uniform across disciplines; traditional engineering disciplines havemuch

Conference Session

K-12 & Pre-College Engineering Division: Use of Technology and Tools for K-12 Engineering Education

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Henry M. Clever, New York University; Allison Graham Brown, New York University ; Vikram Kapila, New York University

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division

by incorporating real work: real-worldrelevant assignments, ill-defined problems, sustained investigation, collaboration, and reflection.The AR Drone lab targeted all of these real work elements with its inherent real-worldimportance in technology, ill-defined experimental process, sustained investigation of errorsources, and continuous collaboration and reflection between teams. Simultaneously, it promotedthe three categories within quantitative research through this real work scenario: actualexperimental design and setup, theoretical calculations of ground speed from distance and time,and descriptive analysis of a real-world scenario.Within the “real work” learning process, it is essential to account for how the Net Generationlearns.21 The

Conference Session

Computer Modeling/CAD in Mechanical Engineering

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Aneet Dharmavaram Narendranath, Michigan Technological University; Prathamesh Prashant Deshpande, Michigan Technological University; Madhu Kolati, Michigan Technological University; Datta Sandesh Manjunath, Michigan Technological University

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Mechanical Engineering

not of the essence for the focus of this work. A detailedmethodology for similar situations of circular plates is described in literature 14,15,16,17 . It isinteresting to note that analytical accounts and approximate solutions show preponderance overexperimental data. This was realized independently by the students too and reflects in their choiceof mode of validation. Students overwhelmingly used published analytical equations to validatetheir own analytical/Mathematica work and results obtained from the Hyperworks Suite.Analytical equationsFor loaded circular plates with a central hole, for a variety of boundary conditions, analyticalequations for the maximum deflection, ymax , of the plate are described by equation 11. These arecommonly

Conference Session

Using Laboratories for Instruction in Mechanical Engineering

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Vidya K Nandikolla, California State University, Northridge; Vibhav Durgesh, California State University, Northridge

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Diversity

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Mechanical Engineering

mechatronic system with microcontroller integrationConclusion and future planInspite of the changes made to both the curriculums, we still feel there is room to incorporatemore changes. Using rubrics for the project assessment helps the students and the instructor tofollow the same expectations for both laboratory portions of the courses. Implementing the samerubrics in two semesters gives students training in problem solving while working in teamenvironment. Goal of creating a common set of rubrics not only helps with outcome assessmentbut also encourages reflection in the curriculum to make positive enhancements. Inclusion ofethics discussion is important as students manipulate data and understanding the representation iscritical. As we continue

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session II

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yi Pan, Georgia State University; Michael Weeks, Georgia State University; Yanqing Zhang, Georgia State University

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

that we can measure the learningexperiences and outcomes in these 4 courses. Below are the evaluation results.Pre-EvaluationAll the participants are students from the computer science department at Georgia State University. Theassessment is divided into three parts:  Work experience with computer and programming language used (written response)  Knowledge of operating system (choice question)  Study experience of PC and different ways to learn (choice question)The diversity in the nature of question reflects both the understanding of students about the operating system andthe best way for the students to learn it effectively.Written response – Operating System:Work Experience YES (%) NO (%)Have

Conference Session

Student Preparation for, and Outcomes from, Community Engagement Efforts

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kurt Paterson P.E., James Madison University; Christopher Swan, Tufts University; David W. Watkins, Michigan Technological University

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Diversity

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Community Engagement Division

seemsbright; yet the rapid emergence of these offerings (and the position of many outside the requiredcurriculum) has outpaced our ability to assess potential learning outcomes for participatingstudents. This paper aims to contribute evidence regarding the engagement and cultural agility ofengineering students, providing data-driven insight and reflection in the process.Our research effort focuses on two specific working hypotheses: H1: Service-oriented international experiences attract engineering students with an intercultural mindset H2: Participation in service-oriented experiences will lead to elevated intercultural proficiency for engineering studentsThese research hypotheses will be tested in the following ways

Conference Session

K-12 & Pre-College Engineering Division: Evaluation: Exploring the Impact of Programs & Professional Development for K-12 Teachers

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Reagan Curtis, West Virginia University; Darran Cairns, West Virginia University; Johnna Bolyard, West Virginia University; David Luke Loomis, West Virginia University; Kelly Leigh Watts, RESA 3; Sera Mathew, West Virginia University; Michael Theodore Carte, George Washington High School

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division

-level skills that are fostered in test-driven curricula and expand to multi-leveled solutions and organized collections of facts andrelations among concepts 7, 13.Our engineering design based approach to teaching content and developing problem solving skilldictates a new role for the teacher as well. Teachers must shift from an evaluative perspective toan interpretive one as they move away from guiding students to correct answers and towardemphasizing student exploration and engagement 15. The teachers’ focus should targetencouragement of students’ own reflections on their reasoning and interpretations of problemsituations 7. Contrary to current practices of warning students when they take a wrong step intheir solution efforts, teachers need to

Conference Session

Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies: Electrical and Control Engineering

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ismail Guvenc, Florida International University; Natalie Paul, Florida International University; Rhys Bowley, National Instruments; Maria Lorelei Fernandez, Florida International University

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

offering due to time/hardware limitations. On the otherhand, OFDM modulation is still studied extensively during the lectures. Results in Table 2 showthat gain in OFDM modulation is only 28.5%, which is considerably lower than other technicalconcepts such as synchronization and channel estimation, and may have been improved via ahands-on lab experiments. The concept of MIMO is covered only briefly in the lectures, andthere is no lab experiment associated with this concept. This is also reflected in the lowimprovement (17%) in students’ learning perceptions on the topic of MIMO systems. As a last remark, we would like to comment on the 39.3% gain observed in least squareparameter estimation. Normally, least square estimation is a

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session I

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brian J Skromme, Arizona State University; Xiang Gao, Arizona State University; Bhargav Korrapati, Arizona State University; Vignesh Seetharam, Arizona State University; Yih-Fang Huang, University of Notre Dame; Daniel H Robinson, The University of Texas at Austin

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

Tutor showed a statistically significantadvantage for the post-test scores on node analysis [t(64) = 3.09, p < 0.05] with an effect size(Cohen d-value) of 0.72σ. For mesh analysis, the difference was not statistically significant [t(64)= 0.88, p = 0.38], which may reflect the fundamentally easier nature of that topic (both groupshad relatively high averages). The survey results showed a very strong preference for CircuitTutor and a strong belief that it taught them more effectively than System X. A typical studentcomment was “I liked Circuit Tutor more because I could do a ton of problems. I liked that evenif I couldn't figure it out, I could ‘give up’; and it would thoroughly explain how to do everythingso I could understand what I did

Conference Session

Active Learning & Laboratories in Statics, Dynamics, and Mechanics

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anu Osta, Rowan University; Jennifer Kadlowec, Rowan University

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Mechanics

physical reasoning and engineering principles would reflect theirunderstanding of real system performance as opposed to an ideal system taught in class. If P0 isthe initial pressure of the reservoir, Patm is the atmospheric pressure, V0 is the volume of thereservoir, L is the length of the barrel, A is the cross-sectional area of the barrel, f is the frictionforce inside the barrel and m is the mass of the ball, then the exit velocity of the ball (vexit) isgiven by Rohrbach11 (1)Friction force (f) between the ball and the cannon barrel is to be modeled by the students. Thefriction coefficient for rubber, PVC interface is given to be 0.5. During flight the ball

Conference Session

Software and Programming

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Suxia Cui, Prairie View A&M University; Yonghui Wang, Prairie View A&M University; Lin Li, Prairie View A&M University; Xiaobo Peng, Prairie View A&M University; Bugrahan Yalvac, Texas A&M University

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Diversity

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Computers in Education

project is supported in part by National Science Foundation award # 1229744. The HPCcluster is funded by NSF MRI project with award # 1332566. The evidence based teachingmethod is supported by Department of Education award # P120A140064. Opinions, findings,and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the authors and donot necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation and Department ofEducation.Bibliography[1] P. S. Pacheco, "An Introduction to Parallel Programming," Morgan Kaufman, ISBN: 978-0-12-374260-5.[2] D.A. Bader and R. Pennington, ``Cluster Computing: Applications,'' The International Journal of High Performance Computing, 15(2):181-185, May 2001.[3] Retrieved from http://www.top500.org

Conference Session

Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Katherine Goodman, University of Colorado - Denver; Heather Underwood, Inworks; John K. Bennett, Inworks; University of Colorado - Denver

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Diversity

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

. Diffusion of research-based instructional strategies: the case of SCALE-UP. Int. J. STEM Educ. 1, (2014).11. Daly, S. R., Mosyjowski, E. a. & Seifert, C. M. Teaching creativity in engineering courses. J. Eng. Educ. 103, 417–449 (2014).12. Zappe, S., Mena, I. & Litzinger, T. Creativity is Not a Purple Dragon. Natl. Coll. Invent. Innov. Alliance (2013). at 13. Schön, D. A. The Reflective Practitioner: How Professionals Think in Action. (Basic Books, 1983). at 14. Dym, C. L., Agogino, A. M., Eris, O., Frey, D. D. & Leifer, L. J. Engineering Design Thinking, Teaching, and Learning. J. Eng. Educ. 94, 103–120 (2005).15. Wing, J. M. Viewpoint: Computational Thinking. Commun. ACM 49, 33–35 (2006).16. Rosen

Conference Session

Engineering Physics Technical Session 2

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ian Frommer, US Coast Guard Academy; Paul Benjamin Crilly, U.S. Coast Guard Academy

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Diversity

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Engineering Physics & Physics

author took several lab courses, followed theinstructions and was assigned good grades. He spent little to no time reflecting on each labafterwards, instead going on to focus on the next problem set, paper or upcoming exam. Whilethe labs were often designed to demonstrate theory that was introduced in lecture, there weremany situations in which important underlying assumptions were not mentioned. Now, as amathematics professor teaching courses with applications, such as differential equations, discretemathematics, and linear optimization, the author’s interest in applied topics has been rekindled.It is apparent that his learning in undergraduate lab courses and the supporting lecture courseswas not sufficiently deep and did not include the

Conference Session

Student and Other Views on Engineering Leadership

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Meg Handley, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Dena Lang, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Andrew Michael Erdman, The Pennsylvania State University

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Engineering Leadership Development Division

thepotential for engineering leadership behavior. A student who demonstrates engineeringleadership behaviors during the career fair will communicate in ways that show a reflection andunderstanding of their personal leadership development. Experiences are important to have, butan ability to translate those experiences from merely an action to a learning experiencedemonstrates potential for engineering leadership during a career fair.“Engineering students that are able to articulate these experiences as positive and beneficial intheir development and how or why is a plus.”“Potential engineering leaders often present those experiences in a way that often times reflectstheir thirst for more.”“Hands-on senior design projects are important. My industry is

Conference Session

Systems Engineering Learning Outcomes and Assessment

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kamran Iqbal, University of Arkansas, Little Rock; Gary T. Anderson, University of Arkansas, Little Rock

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Systems Engineering

evaluationcontext 0 2 20 0 reportAssessment of SO(i)SO(i) includes a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning. InCapstone II, students must reflect upon the project they just completed and state what they woulddo differently if starting over again. Table 7 shows the results of this assessment. All six (100%)of groups performed satisfactorily or better on this factor. Table 7: Results of assessment of SO(i) AssessmentCriteria Unsatisfactory Marginal Satisfactory Excellent Tool Commentsi - a recognitionof the need for,and an ability toengage in life

Conference Session

Innovative Teaching

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David J. Frank, The Ohio State University; Kevin J. Witt, The Ohio State University; Chris Hartle; Jacob J. Enders, The Ohio State University; Veronica Beiring, The Ohio State University; Richard J. Freuler, The Ohio State University

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Diversity

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Computers in Education

losingcommunication with the RPS system.Beyond the level of accuracy provided, the system does face other limitations. Reflected lightand glare inhibit QR code detection when said glare occurs adjacent to the QR code itself.Detection is also inhibited when QR codes are not perpendicular to the camera. The system canhandle most skewing of QR codes less than 20°, however larger angles result in loss of detectionwhile moving and severe angles can prevent stationary QR codes from being detected at all.CostThe cost of the system for support of one course was approximately $6,000. This estimateincluded the 8020 aluminum structure, the cost of the LabVIEW and NI vision software, thecomputer, and the electronics of the system. The effective cost of the system for

Conference Session

Understanding the Military Veteran's Human Resource Needs - Transition from Military Service to the Engineering Profession

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anthony W Dean, Old Dominion University; Connor Schwalm, Old Dominion University; Patrick Sean Heaney, Old Dominion University; Linda Vahala, Old Dominion University; Yuzhong Shen, Old Dominion University; Jennifer Grimsley Michaeli P.E., Old Dominion University

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Diversity

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Military and Veterans Constituent Committee

lower rate than any other discipline1, which is reflected in anaggregate participation rate of about 17.8% in science and engineering at the associate’s andbachelor’s degree-levels for military servicemembers and veterans.2 Although a large portion ofveterans perform technical roles during their military careers, those experiences do not typicallylead to technical careers after their military service. This project, Stern2STEM, investigates thetransition of servicemembers from military service to baccalaureate STEM degree programs andimplements evidence-based interventions that increase participation in STEM fields and supporta more successful transition into technical careers. By providing student veterans, who alreadypossess technical STEM

Conference Session

Construction Session 2: PM, BIM, and Collaboration

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Namhun Lee, Central Connecticut State University; Linda Reeder, Central Connecticut State University

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Construction

and criteria established by accrediting agencies such as theACCE for BIM education. This may be one of the reasons why many CM programs are stillstruggling with incorporating BIM education in their curricula. To support industry innovation,CM programs should offer BIM education to students for their future careers.Innovative construction companies (e.g., Turner, Skanska, Whiting-Turner, etc.) have creatednew BIM and virtual design and construction (VDC) positions as they transition from traditionalpractices to ones integrating BIM technology into their organization. To reflect this industrydemand and change, CM programs have been gradually introducing BIM in their curricula. Inliterature, the importance of BIM education for students’ future

Conference Session

Solar and Wind Energy-System Initiatives

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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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Energy Conversion and Conservation

insolation during the monthTable 1- List of participant Activities with specific learning objectives and outcomes. Activity # 1: Basics of Solar Trajectory in the Sky.Participants meet at the Sundial during different months of the semester, at noon time, andperform simple measurements: Activity # 2: Clear sky insolation calculator.Following [6], participants created a calculator for direct, diffuse and reflected radiation, using aspreadsheet. The exercise was done for different locations, hour of day, and panel’s tilt andorientation. Activity # 3: Determination of Solar Panels Efficiency.Endowed with an inexpensive pyranometer, participants measured the global irradiance in theplane of the array of a campus photovoltaic array

Conference Session

Aerospace Engineering Education

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Steven Anthony Zusack, Purdue University: Engineering and Technology; Raveena Patil, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis; Sean Lachenman, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis; Chanel Antoinette Johnson, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis; Peter J. Schubert, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis; Nathan McDaniel

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Aerospace

materials are commonlyused by NASA: 1. Aerogel: 99.8% air and the rest is silica/glass. 2. Gold paint: Commonly used on rovers, gold paint’s high reflectivity helps reduce energy that is radiated from body.Dissociation of Water: ElectrolysisThis method is currently used in industrial applications. It involves using electricity todisassociate [2]the water into hydrogen and oxygen which is then stored. This method is wellunderstood in industry and required little research. This offered the project a way forwardwithout requiring deep research into the disassociation.Water Vapor CaptureCapturing the water vapor is the crux of this project. The water on the moon exists as ice belowthe surface. There are two main methods of extracting the water

Conference Session

Potpourri

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jinyi Zhang, Purdue University; Pan Fengjian, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Mrigank S. Jha, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Pranav Marla, Purdue University; Kee Wook Lee, Purdue University; David B Nelson, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Yung-Hsiang Lu, Purdue University

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Computing & Information Technology

  detection  tools,  such  as  Moss  [10], may  also  be  integrated  for  instructors  as they become necessary. Moreover,  besides record every single  operation  of  students  and   program  execution  settings,  it  is  possible  to  store  copies  of students’  code  to  understand  their  progress.  The  information  will  be  valuable  for  future  studies on how students learn and debug their programs.   Acknowledgement  We  want  to  thank  the  AWS  Cloud   Credits  for  Research  and  the  Microsoft  Azure  for   Research Program.  This  project  is  supported  in  part  by  NSF  ACI­1535108.  Any  opinions,  findings,  and  conclusions  or  recommendations  in  this  materials  are  those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect  the

Conference Session

K-12 & Pre-College Engineering Division Poster Session: Works in Progress

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joni M. Lakin, Auburn University; Mary Lou Ewald, Auburn University; Virginia A. Davis, Auburn University; Paul A. Cobine, Auburn University; Allen L. Landers, Auburn University

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division

require them to organize a local fair. We expected this toresult in 34 mentored students participating in the 2014-2015 program. This goal was met: in thespring, project teachers (N=17) reported between 0 to 58 students (Med. = 9) participating inS&E fairs at their school. Teachers reported mentoring between 0 to 47 students (most rangedfrom 2-4, Med. = 3). Excluding the teacher who reported 47 mentees, this leads to a total numberof 51 students who were mentored this year. Although this result was encouraging, the studentsmentored did not reflect school diversity to the extent that the program had hoped. Table 2 shows the characteristics of students in the class, who completed fair projects,and who were mentored. Underrepresented

Conference Session

Teaching & Learning Dynamics, Vibration, and Mechanics More Broadly

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Geoff Rideout, Memorial University of Newfoundland

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Diversity

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Mechanics

rudimentary examples from the classroom sessions. Thehomework examples will evolve to reflect more real-world situations, with more open-endedproblems. A flipped format alone, without meaningful assessments, does not necessarily meanthe instructor is doing “less of the doing and thinking for the students”[12] simply by moving thesolving of closed-ended analysis problems from the home into the classroom.References[1] Dollar, A., and Steif, P. (2009) “A web-based statics course used in an inverted classroom.” Proc. AmericanSociety for Engineering Education Annual Conference, Austin, TX.[2] Wiggins, G., and McTighe, J. (2005) Understanding by design, 2ed., ASCD, Alexandria, VA.[3] King, A. (1993) “From sage on the stage to guide on the side.” College

Conference Session

Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division Technical Session 10

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brian E. Moyer, University of Pittsburgh - Johnstown

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Diversity

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

make adaptations to suit students with less flexibleschedules, especially engineering students, reflected a commitment by faculty and administratorsto be entrepreneurial in seizing opportunities to develop the program.Engineering ChangesAs entrepreneurship activities proceeded in the Business Department, in the Engineeringdivision, a first-year introductory course intended to familiarize students with computerapplications for engineers was modified in 2013 to follow a new paradigm wherein coursecontent was presented paralleling a real-world engineering consulting project. Topic-specificlectures focused on requisite computer application, analysis and writing skills were paced withperiodic “business meetings.” Those meetings were related to a

Conference Session

International Division Technical Session 4

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Pete Hylton, Indiana University - Purdue University, Indianapolis; Wendy Otoupal-Hylton, Indiana University - Purdue University, Indianapolis

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Diversity

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International

the UK were likely to be hired into industry engineeringjobs for which they were far less qualified than their American student counterparts. Uponfurther study and reflection, however, it became clear that UK businesses viewed a Third Classdiploma in much the same way a USA employer would view an American graduate with a 2.0GPA, i.e. as minimally qualified to be a potential employee.The author’s initial impression was that the external assessment of UK engineering educationprograms was much more rigorous than in the USA, due to the frequent encounters betweenexternal reviewers. However, after attending a UK exam board meeting, the author realized thatthe primary difference was not in the frequency of the visits. Rather, the six year cycle of