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Hank Regis; Gaby Hawat

that there still exists a major shortfall in the supply and demand equation forengineers in the American workforce, particularly with software/hardware engineers as part of anationwide shortage of technical talent in general. Virtually all technical sectors currently have astrong demand for engineers1. Valencia Community College is responding to a strong need forgraduating engineers by providing the fundamental engineering classes needed for allengineering programs such as Engineering Analysis-Statics, Engineering Analysis-Dynamics,Probability & Statistics for Engineers, Principles of Electrical Engineering. In addition Valenciaprovides an “Introduction to the Engineering Profession” class, designed to assist students withtheir career

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Jeffrey B. Connor; Richard Goff

. A total of eight activities wereused with the majority presented early in the semester. A description of the activities aswell as the goals of scaling up this program are in another paper, in this same session,authored by Goff and Connor.Study DesignA survey was given mid and at the end of the fall semester to all eight HO sections and16 TR sections at mid semester and 12 TR sections at the end of the semester. Allstudents rated the first five statements on a scale of one to five (1, strongly disagree; 5strongly agree) and responded to the sixth:1. The thought of a career in engineering is exciting2. I am learning in this class3. This class has helped me understand engineering4. This class is relevant5. This class is useful6. How many hours

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Lisa Lebduska; David DiBiasio

thesophomore year, and hence have little contact with first-year students interested in chemicalengineering. Recently more departments are offering seminars or other career-oriented activitiesfor first-year students 1. Early engagement with the profession can increase motivation forlearning and improve retention in the major 2,3. Improving student understanding of engineeringshould certainly allow students to make informed, rational decisions about their academic andprofessional careers. Opportunities are few for fixing this problem, however, and frequentlyconsist of passive activities such as seminars and introductory technical courses. A process thatactively and enthusiastically engages students in learning about engineering is needed.In addition to

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Paul King

; Exposition Copyright  2001, American Society for Engineering EducationIn planning this course, there were just a few considerations in the lecture sequence. The courseplans called for both Excel and MATLAB analyses of electrocardiograms, this work was to berelegated to classes after the basics of Excel and MATLAB were covered in the requiredIntroduction to Computing course mentioned above. Other portions of the class sequence thendepended on the authors’ ability to get guest speakers to cover specific areas of interest to thecourse, the remainder of the course material was then filled by the instructor who has devoted aportion of his career to EKG analysis (Skylab flights, more recently EKG studies on mice in aPharmacology

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Rudy Rogers; Rebecca Toghiani

technical knowledge may remain with themthroughout their careers in industry.ConclusionsIncorporating community service in a capstone design course has proven to have advantages:(1) Students sustain deeper interest and enthusiasm for a rigorous, semester-long project, (2)Students see the application of their hard-earned engineering knowledge for the benefit, orpotential benefit, of society. (3) The work instills an awareness of community service and theconnection with the engineering profession which they carry into industry during their careers.(4) Applied, innovative projects open doors for student paper contests, technical presentations,community recognition. (4) The design projects may influence career paths or have particularinfluence with a

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Jeanne Garland; Christine Helfers; Ronald Roedel; Sarah Duerden

session 2661@ Division 61 Liberal Education Integration of First-Year English with Introduction to Engineering Design with an Emphasis on Questions of Ethics Jeanne Garland, Sarah Duerden, Christine Helfers, & Ronald Roedel Department of English/Department of Electrical Engineering Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287AbstractFundamental to engineering education, and mandated by ABET is that students engage withquestions of ethics. Too often, however, this does not occur until late in the student’s career

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Elsa Napoles

Session 2793 The integration of knowledge in the Mechanical Engineering career Elsa Nápoles University of Camaguey, CubaAbstractThe integration of knowledge into the scientific and academic disciplines is being increased as aconsequence of the scientific and technological achievement and the complex problems that mustbe solved by the society.This paper presents a study of the trenches on the integration of knowledge in the mechanicalengineering disciplines and its relationship with this specialty. A holistic curriculum model basedupon the integration of knowledge and

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Richard Alexander; Jay Porter; James Ochoa; Rainer Fink

. An important questionthat must be continuously addressed is: how do engineering technology faculty, who live in anenvironment of research expectation, combine their classroom and laboratory teaching interestswith research interests? This paper will discuss a process for bringing together what manyfaculty feel is a dichotomy between teaching and research. How engineering technology facultymight develop a rewarding career in both teaching and research will be outlined.I. IntroductionMany engineering technology faculty in the United States are employed at universities whereresearch is an integral part of the university’s mission. Faculty performance at those schools ismeasured in various combinations within the triad of teaching, research and

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Jeff Fant

2793Purpose of the Technology Awareness Program:To expose middle and high school students to high paying careers available inEngineering Technology.To introduce these same students to an assortment of exciting engineering technologysubjects that lead to these career opportunities.To aggressively utilize numerous for-profit and not-for-profit resources in theimplementation of the technology awareness program.To establish and develop an annual Summer Technology Camp (STC) for these students,with an initial opening to take place June 2000.To tap qualified students from local high schools, less than 20 years of age, forenrollment in the division of Engineering Technology.To achieve an annual goal of increased enrollment in this area of ten percent per

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Ron Hart; Marvin Adams; K. Peddicord; Ian Hamilton; Beth Earl; Alan Waltar

anobligation to share some of the efforts that have been employed to achieve this upward surge inthe hopes that at least some of these techniques might be employed elsewhere. It is importantthat all strong nuclear engineering programs in the nation experience similar success if we are toproduce the qualified manpower that our country needs.Listed below are the 8 steps that we at Texas A&M have employed over the past two years.1) Building the Case: In order for any product to sell, the basis for sale must be solid. With regard to careers in nuclear engineering, the case today is probably as strong (if not stronger) than it was in the heydays of the 1960s and 1970s. The fundamental reason for this is that the job market is

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Pam Newberry; Constantine Anagnostopoulos; Chalmers Sechrist; Barbara Stoler; Douglas Gorham

Barbara Coburn Stoler Manager, Career Development and Outreach IEEE Educational Activities Chalmers Sechrist Professor Emeritus University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignAbstractPre-college engineering and technology programs are not immune from the increaseddemands that advances in technology have placed upon them. The InternationalTechnology Education Association (ITEA), and its Technology for All AmericansProject, has recently published Standards for Technological Literacy: Content for theStudy of Technology1. These standards provide critical guidance for all pre-collegeengineering and technology programs. In

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Sunday Faseyitan; Robert Myers; Pearley Cunningham; David Huggins; Winston F. Erevelles

Page 6.804.1while simultaneously providing new and rewarding career paths for the region’s youth. Clearly Proceedings of the 2001 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition Copyright 2001, American Society for Engineering Educationsomething must be done to reverse this trend – initiatives must include both education andtraining of the current as well as incumbent workforce. The Partnership for Regional Innovationin Manufacturing Education (PRIME) was created to address this fundamental mismatchbetween the labor market and the economy.II. The formation of PRIMEPRIME brings together Robert Morris College (RMC), Penn State New Kensington (PSNK), thecommunity colleges of Allegheny

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Kenneth Reardon

ofthe engineering field while being both challenging and fun. Details of the lecture topics anddesign project (construction and testing of a solar water heater) are provided in this paper, as arecomments on the outcomes of the course. Overall, this integrated lecture-laboratory courseappears to meet all of our objectives for an introductory course in engineering, and studentfeedback on this course has been very positive.1. IntroductionWhen asked their objectives for a first-semester introduction to engineering course, our studentsoverwhelmingly list "learn about engineering as a career" as their top choice, with "learn aboutmy major" typically the second-ranked objective. Unfortunately, they lack the technical,computational, and problem-solving

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Ken Vickers; John Todd

discussed.II. Course sequence knowledge contentIn order to achieve the course objectives, strategies were defined to give the students theknowledge and tools necessary for both their future career success and for immediate new venturecreation in the state. These strategies were: 1. To increase understanding of the creation and evolution of high-tech entrepreneur ventures. 2. To identify the basic decisions that an entrepreneur faces, including technology selection, product design, market analysis, financing, and general management of operations. 3. To develop leadership skills for identification and exploitation of technological opportunities, risk assessment, finding resources, and managing

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Audeen Fentiman; Robert J. Gustafson; John Merrill; John Demel; Richard Freuler

coursesand on the job, and to have a positive influence on their ultimate career choice. An overarchinggoal was to improve student retention rates into the sophomore year and beyond.The purpose of this paper is to describe the assessment plan, as well as the data collection processand the data analysis. The plan itself is structured around a specific measurement focus, supportedby tools/methods, supporting actions, and an established timetable. The data that is collectedforms the basis for discussions at weekly instructional team meetings, while more detailedanalysis of the data enables the team to make decisions regarding program adjustments.Furthermore, the assessment processes and resulting outcomes were instrumental in deciding tocontinue the

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Jr., Edward Evans; Richard B. Englund

Session 3550 A Bridge to High-School Girls: A Versatile Recruiting Tool Edward R. Evans, Jr., Richard Englund The Pennsylvania State University at ErieAbstract:High school girls are bombarded by counselors and others, encouraging them to consider careersin science and engineering. We feel that encouragement is of greatest value with a sampling ofthe career; therefore we designed and built a 16-foot long wood and steel bridge to enhance arecent recruitment session. The girls in the session were introduced to structural topics, thenthey assembled the bridge and were able to cross it at

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Raymond Kliewer

andSurveying (NCEES) prepares the FE and Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE)examinations. NCEES is working with academia to encourage the use of the FEexamination to help engineering programs satisfy the student outcomes assessmentrequired by the new EAC of ABET Engineering Criteria 2000 (EC2000). Could the FEexamination also be successfully employed as an outcomes assessment tool for TAC ofABET programs? What impact could an increase in engineering graduates taking andpresumably passing the FE examination have on the career potential of engineeringtechnology graduates? This paper explores these and other issues related to outcomesassessment using the FE examination emphasizing Electrical/Electronic(s) andMechanical Engineering Technology

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Robert Montgomery

Session Number 1675Suffering Burnout but don’t Want to Quit your Job? Try Finding a Teaching Sabbatical Robert E. Montgomery Department of Freshman Engineering, Purdue UniversityAbstract After nearly fifteen years of the same basic job, the author knew that a change was neededin order to assure a continuation of new ideas and progress in his career. Two choices wereavailable: finding a new job, or finding a sabbatical host and getting leave approved. While it isuntested as to which would be easier, since only one path could be chosen, the choice to seek asabbatical leave

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Ronna Turner; Ken Vickers; Greg Salamo

produce graduates who can leadinterdisciplinary groups in solving complex problems in their career field.In this paper we will present the evidence that led to the specific strategic plans that were proposedto the department of education, strategic plans that will be used to achieve the goal of physicsgraduates from the University of Arkansas with enhanced technology implementation skills. Theearly implementation status through March 2001 will also be discussed, along with specific near Page 6.528.1 Proceedings of the 2001 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition Copyright

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Heidi Diefes-Dux; William LeBold; William Oakes; P.K. Imbrie

41 33 48 49 42 45 46 47 49 51 794 Availability of Tutorial Help 38 38 44 48 45 49 53 50 47 46 46 688 Career Counseling 34 31 36 42 44 36 39 39 40 40 46 778 Help-Selection of Engr Major 33 34 36 36 40 32 36 40 40 38 46 869 Help-Selection Non-Engr Major 24 23 21 30 28 24 25 28 32 31 40 467 Purdue Interest Questionnaire 34 41 29 32 30 30 30 30 37 34 34 1069Freshman Engineering Information FormPlacement of beginning students in initial courses in math, chemistry, physics, communications,and more recently in computer classes is critically

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Norine Meyer; Deborah Fisher; Cynthia Villanueva; Amy Strobel

engineering andcomputer science fields as viable and exciting choices for a career for themselves.Within the UNM School of Engineering (SOE), students generally do not have an opportunity towork in project management teams until they are nearing completion of the program. TheInstructors designed the team collaboration introductory course to provide a grounding in themost essential skills needed in the engineering work world. The course curriculum goal was: 1)to lay a foundation in general engineering project principles; 2) expose students to engineeringdesign phases; 3) develop an understanding of concurrent engineering and design manufacturing;and 4) use the small task group to analyze best product solutions. Recognizing that small taskteams are

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Jay Porter; James Ochoa; Rainer Fink

participating in collaborative research.While tenure-track faculty members can find great success in collaborations, they must ensurethat their contributions and leadership of research in collaborative efforts are clearly recognized.In his book “Tomorrow’s Professor: Preparing for Academic Careers in Science andEngineering,” [3] Reis echoes this view in the context of balancing the breadth and depth of thetenure-track faculty member’s research strategy. “Developing depth…in research…is essentialto academic success. You need to be known for something, and that something needs to be bothimportant and unique.” He states that one good reason for developing breadth of research inaddition to depth is that “By knowing what’s going on in related areas you

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Saeid Y. Eidgahy

-management refers to a constant effort in developing personal practices that enhance Page 6.305.1a person’s skills in dealing with the uncertainty of change. Most of what our students“Proceedings of the 2001 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & ExpositionCopyright 2001, American Society for Engineering Education”learn in college programs is obsolete by graduation. It then becomes highly importantthat students develop life-long skills in living and taking advantage of change that isnecessary and inevitable in today’s careers. Communications is constantly cited as abasic need in all work environments. What is particularly

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Jamie Workman

setting. From this starting point, several possibilities exist for expansion of the program, breakout into subject matter concentration, and reformatting for different grade levels. The objectives of the course are to encourage hands-on science, engineering, and technology activities by females, increase interest and awareness of the potential careers for women in engineering and technology, and create a sense of acceptance, and increased self-esteem for young females entering these typically male-dominated academic and professional fields. These objectives were approached in a unique way throughout the course and the efforts were well received. The development, sample course material, instructional approach, general results, and the overall

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Michael Holcombe

whichadvanced degree to obtain is made on the basis of furthering their career rather than advancingtheir knowledge in a particular field. Degrees such as the MBA are considered as the gateway tothe executive ranks. These decisions by the graduates have reduced the available talent for the Page 6.421.2universities and colleges as long as we hold to the related field philosophy. Proceedings of the 2001 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & ExpositionCopyright  2001,American Society for Engineering Education As technological change gains momentum, educators must be prepared to treat theircareers as dynamic

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Jeffrey Schiano; Claudia Mincemoyer

program are to: 1) develop a series of hands-on activities thatintroduce youths to basic concepts of electrical science and technology, 2) foster a natural curiosityregarding electrical science and technology in youths, motivating their study of science and math, and3) develop important life skills. A key component of the program is the generation of an Internetresource that provides a repository of low cost projects with detailed assembly instructions andbackground material, information on careers in electrical science and technology, and links to otherrelevant Internet resources. We present an overview of the program by describing some of the projectsand discussing the logistics of recruiting and assisting adult leaders.ChallengesDespite the

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Richard Gilbert; Kimberly Rogers; Joseph Hickey, University of South Florida; Andrew Hoff, University of South Florida; Eric Roe, Hillsborough Community College; Marilyn Barger, Hillsborough Community College

with the underlying science increases the students’ awareness of or interest in thepursuit of technological careers. We discuss our approach to planning and implementation ofthis assessment process. Page 6.541.2Proceedings of the 2001 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition Copyright© 2001, American Society for Engineering EducationIntroductionHigh school students frequently fail to connect the basic scientific principles learned in theircourse work with the technological marvels that many of them make use of daily. The principlesbehind such items as portable phones and pagers, personal data

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Kevin Taylor; Emilia Mironovova

their technical endeavors, they, like their U.S.counterparts, could also benefit by from international and cultural exchanges.GoalsOne goal of this project was to provide both EET and MtF students with an internationalexperience while avoiding the expenses and time required for travel. A second goal was toimprove both groups' ability to communicate using technical English. In his text on writing to thescientific community, Day exemplifies this goal stating that clear certain meaning should applyto not just the peers of the author, but also to students just embarking on their careers, toscientists reading outside their own narrow discipline, and especially to those readers (themajority of readers today) whose native language is other than

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Sutharin Pathomvanich; Fazil Najafi

language becomes a positiveimpact in building one’s career. In major projects around the world, multinational groups ofengineers work together. In the United States, foreign students will have opportunities to learnand practice English both inside and outside the classroom. This situation will force them toimprove their language skill rapidly. American students will also have an opportunity to learn andpractice foreign languages with international students outside classroom.Students who have the opportunity to work in a team project combining with students from severalcountries in their graduate courses will have a better understanding of the role of teamwork in theirfuture international work projects. For instance, students will face problems

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Stephen Horan

explore other job opportunities in engineering.2. Learned! Had a blast!3. We had a new and wonderful experience. We had fun, made a few friends, and experienced something we built work.4. To all the participants in this program ... hope that you take this info back to your school for everyone to see.5. Open my mind to a new career in engineering. Learned new and interesting things. Found out that a lot of failure goes into creating new things.Given that we have returning teacher applicants each year, we take that as an indication that theprogram is reaching the target audience and helping the teachers in their mission.The program also interacts with the regular undergraduate curriculum in the