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M. Chaudhry; Jr., Bonifacio Doma; Edwin Obra; Consuelo Flora; Adrienne Cooper; Joseph R.V. Flora

reflective of their relatively fewer number of institutions compared to institutions in theindustrial and academic sectors. Therefore, their input are generally reflected in the workshopdiscussions and most closely aligned with the industrial sector.The results of both the survey and the workshop indicate a clear distinction between the needs asviewed by industry and academe with regard to environmental engineering education. However,there is common ground on sustainability. All sectors agreed on the need for cleanertechnologies, waste utilization, and programs on sustainability. The combination of thisdisconnect and the common ground indicates a need for increased communication andcooperation to meet the needs of the environment in the Philippines

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Don Horton; Chad Kidder; Mark Yeary; Rainer Fink

PUQP algorithmpresented in this article, to reflect an accurate count of the number of slaves in a piconet.Haartsen 2. provides a prospective on the history of Bluetooth technology’s and current tradeoffwith past radio systems. Bluetooth is the codename for a technology for small factor, low cost,short-range radio links, built into a 9 x 9 mm microchip. Bluetooth technology allows for thereplacement of many propriety cables that connect one device to another using one universal short-range universal link. In the past many ad hoc systems provided a few networks within the units inrange. Bluetooth technology delivers piconets that are able to overlap within a given area formingscatternets. Payload

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Umid Nejib

enable the student to succeed in the community of the new global economy by emphasizingthe collaboration between professional programs, the utilization of technology, the principledapplication of knowledge, and the entrepreneurial spirit.In keeping with the aforementioned statements, J.S.S. and Wilkes articulated their respectiveinterests in a 1999 Memorandum of Cooperation 2. The MOC is a detailed document where bothinstitutions agreed to undertake an educational experiment built on mutual cooperation andunderstanding. Primarily, this cooperative effort is reflected in the six goals of the project. Namely, (1) The establishment of a novel 3-1 transfer protocol from J.S.S. to Wilkes engineering. (2) The development of a US-style

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Deborah van Alphen; Sharlene Katz

given in the third column for eachcorrelation that is significant at the 5% level.1 Page 6.107.31 Throughout this paper, correlation is considered significant at the 5% level. Proceedings of the 2001 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition Copyright © 2001, American Society for Engineering EducationExamining the results in the second column, we noted that the highest Pearson correlationcoefficients with the success metric occurred for the students’ CSUN GPA and their over-allcollege-level GPA. This was not surprising, and it seemed to reflect the fact that if

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Satinderpaul Devgan

Conference & Exposition Copyright © 2001, American Society for Engineering Education"information management and software development. This is also reflected in almost 150,000 H-4visas to foreigners to fill the need for information technology services [9].The percentage of minorities and women receiving Ph.D. degrees in science and mathematics isonly 3% and even lower for engineering, manufacturing or electrical engineering areas [9].The increase in student enrolment in computer engineering programs is another indicator of thefuture demand.High paying positions are generally offered by high technology industries. These industries havehigher than average research and development spending, with a higher proportion of

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Richard Gilbert; Andrew Hoff, University of South Florida; Marilyn Barger, Hillsborough Community College

elect to immediatelyenter employment and/or upper division study. Secondary/community college instructors willincrease their understanding of instructional relevancy through professional development.Typical Grant ActivityOverall grant activities were distributed among two universities and six community colleges. Arepresentation of these activities is reflected by the efforts at Hillsborough Community Collegeand the University of South Florida. Responsibilities and commitments for HillsboroughCommunity College and the University of South Florida with respect to this NSF grant fall intothe 4 project categories that will be addressed separately: 1. Curriculum and Instructional Materials; 2. Teacher and Faculty Development; and

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Tomás Gómez; Maria Velasco; Joséantonio Turégano

ofThermograf, the Prefs option can be used to minimize the amount of data that the screen provides.Furthermore, the use of the menu bar and different sets of buttons allow the modification of thescreen quickly and at any moment.The program has been created in its current design, following the guidelines13, 14 to design what wecall a specific general tool for teaching and learning environments, such as GAME15. Thespecifications required for such a program are determined from the analysis of the transversalconcepts, concepts that constitute the core of the subject considered and that are used along withmost of its contents. Fig. 3.- Different characteristics of Termograf. Colors in pads reflect the kind of process (see the

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David R Finley

studentlearning. These styles are the aggregation of a preferred mode of learning in each of severaldimensions. These dimensions of learning include perception (sensing vs. intuitive), inputmodality (visual vs. verbal), processing (active vs. reflective), and understanding (sequential vs.global).12 This information coupled with exposure to Bloom’s Taxonomy of EducationalObjectives13 has enabled the development of improved course objectives and lectures.With a realization that many students are visual, active, sensing learners, I have incorporatedmore demonstrations and in-class questioning into my lectures. I also strive to place a fiveminute interactive activity in the middle of a 50-minute lecture to break the monotony and re-focus student's attention

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Zdzislaw Kremens

to upgrade their knowledge etc. It leads to the conclusion that,although universities must be very protective of their academic values, they should still seekoptimal compromise for the purpose of better recognizing and responding more effectively toindustrial needs in both above mentioned attributes, academic program offerings and programcurricula 2.The third factor affecting the university/industry relationship, is how big the actual market forhighly qualified (possessing academic degrees) workers is, and what the openings forecast is foruniversity graduates in the future. The CT Department of Labor has classified occupations into11 categories related to occupation’s education and training requirements 4,5. It reflects the realexpectations

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Sanjeev Khanna; Christopher Jenkins

the approximations so introduced are generally lost on the learner, and as aresult, these useful tools of limited applicability are accepted as a true reflection of the propertiesof engineering materials.Most of our knowledge concerning the mechanical behavior of engineering materials is empiricalin nature and is derived from phenomenological observations and experiments. However, themore effective way is to develop a more fundamental approach to understanding the behavior ofmaterials. This approach should be based on the analysis of the underlying unifying principlesby which the relevant engineering concepts could be understood and further developed. Theunifying principles, by which the apparently complex phenomenological behavior of

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Natalie Mello

are also given laminated wallet cards with contact numbers (office, homeand cellular) for the leadership team of the IGSD in case of an emergency. The WPI riskmanagement team is confident that by providing written material to the students and theirfamilies along with a review of all the material, policies, and issues that all participants are asprepared as possible before they leave campus.IX. The ReturnRe-entry programs for returning students from off-campus project centers have been offered forthe past four years. Early pilot results showed the need for addressing some of the issues thatstudents face as they return to campus life. A process of self-reflection and awareness is initiatedand facilitated by members of the professional staff in

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Jeffrey Johnson; Janet Rutledge; Eric Sheppard

, • References, and • Graduate Record Examinations ScoresWhat are the broader impacts of supporting the individual’s graduate study? • Contributions to community, both social and scholarly, • Consideration is given to unique characteristics of applicant's background (personal, professional, & educational experiences), • Applicants should address the integration of diversity into projects and activities, and • Applicants should address the integration of research and education in their research, projects, and other activitiesAttention to the two merit criteria is clearly reflected in the Guidelines for Submission ofApplications1, the application and reference forms and the reviewers rating sheet

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Carlos Morales

instructional and supportivematerials into a single system that can be easily updated to reflect changes. Any changesin procedures are immediately reflected in the system and available to learners. Becausematerials are delivered over the web, the method can be used for distance training.The author uses traditional video techniques in combination with dynamic webdevelopment techniques to develop and deploy dynamic streaming content. WindowsMedia Encoder is used to create streaming video files of instructional events. The filesare edited and indexed by subject and by logical segments within each file. This allowslearners to not only look for a video file on a specific subject or procedure, but also for aspecific step or sequence within a video file

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Carlos Sun; Ralph A. Dusseau; Douglas Gabauer; Beena Sukumaran; Douglas Cleary

Page 6.766.9finite element analysis. Both projects required the students to study the theory behindengineering tools and methods. And both projects gave students valuable experience inpreparing them for graduate studies and research.Acknowledgement And DisclaimerThe research reported in this paper was supported by the California Department ofTransportation (Caltrans), PATH (Partners for the Advanced Transit and Highways) andDRPA (Delware River and Port Authority). The contents of this paper reflect the viewsof the authors who are responsible for the facts and the accuracy of the data presentedherein. The contents do not necessarily reflect the official views or policies of the Stateof California or New Jersey. This paper does not constitute a

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Carrie Girstantas; William Scherer

student’sapplication of the content to real world contexts.Summary Comparison: Teaching and Learning StylesAttribute/Outcome Weekend Format Traditional FormatClass Culture Established by cohort Established by professor More consistent between courses Varies by courseUse of Class Time Lecture + Case Work + Discussion Lecture + Discussion + LecturePresentation of Cases Verbal discussion Written presentationRevealing of Student Discussion as Learning Process Write up as Individual ProcessLearning Write up as Individual Reflection Group Discussion as

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Matthew Ohland; Richard Layton

, satisfactory, etc.) mean in terms of individual per-formance as well as an admonition that the ratings should reflect “each individual’s level of par-ticipation, effort, and sense of responsibility, not his or her academic ability.” The rating descrip-tions and the focus on participation instead of ability are discussed with the students just beforethe peer-rating instrument is administered. The purpose of the discussion is to alert students totheir responsibilities as evaluators and to point out that because they will be doing similarevaluations of coworkers in industry, they should treat the exercise seriously, as a component oftheir preparation for professional practice.VI. Data analysisAll reported levels of significance are derived from a

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Francis W. Derby

, American Society for Engineering Education.assistance. Some of the advantages include assistance in developing course materials,improving teaching style, and objectively interpreting outcomes. However, in their effort to helpthe new educator, the mentors may run the risk of developing a portfolio which reflects theirown teaching philosophies. It is important to note that the final decision regarding the content ofthe document is the responsibility of the new faculty.There are occasions when one is compelled to put together a portfolio without any assistance orguidance. Among these will be situations where the portfolio is required for the first time by theinstitution, or when an individual has chosen to develop one as a personal choice. The first

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C. Richard Helps; Barry Lunt

conclusions drawn are logically consistent with, andadequately supported by, data or accepted information 4.42Distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information 4.42Assemble facts to determine the validity of an argument 4.52Explain ideas with reasonable clarity 4.58Draw sound inferences from the information found or given 4.60Critically reflect on and analyze all information presented 4.61 Table 1: Critical thinking variables rated as very important to success.engineering technology major. The

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Julia Morse

exposure and reflection of the material “off-line,” prior to classroomdiscussion, enable classroom interaction to leap beyond the dissemination of factual informationand into the higher levels of Bloom’s taxonomy: application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation.Immediate feedback provided by in-class instructor-student interaction allow the instructor toguide and train students in the practice of critical-thinking at the “teachable moment” and priorto its exercise on major assignments or exams.This paper provides examples of the application of effective grading techniques to promotehigher-level critical thinking within the engineering technology classroom and suggeststechniques and technologies which can be applied to overcoming barriers to these

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Robert Thompson

which raters influence one anotherThe variables that determine the level of consensus are defined as follows: 1. Acquaintance (n). Acquaintance is the amount of information to which the rater is exposed. 2. Overlap (q). Overlap is the extent that two raters observe the ratee at the same time. 3. Consistency within a rater across acts (r1). Within rater consistency, correlation between S11 and S12, as shown in Figure 3. This can also reflect the consistency of the ratee’s acts. 4. Shared meaning systems (r2). The extent to which an act is given the same meaning by two raters, correlation between S12 and S22, as shown in Figure 3. 5. Consistency between-raters across acts (r3). The model assumes the between-rater

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Julia Williams

portfolioadministration, such as portfolio design/format and portfolio set up, and then discussways in which portfolio objectives, including evaluation rubrics, may be developed.Special emphasis is placed on communicating portfolio objectives to students and theefficacy of reflective statements as a way to make the portfolio rating process moreefficient. The end result of portfolio assessment is a clearer picture of students’communication skills and valuable feedback for students and professors.I. IntroductionAt first glance, assessing student learning outcomes in communication effectivenesswould seem an easy task. For some engineering departments, good communication isdistilled in the instruction to students that they must write and speak “clearly” in

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

average student ranking of 3.85 when asked if they could, Page 6.214.7“Present a technical oral report that is clear, concise, factual, and a reflection of team effort.” Proceedings of the 2001 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition Copyright © 2001, American Society for Engineering Education 7Student’s narrative comments are indicative of the importance of the skill and knowledge takenfrom the introductory courses. As one student stated, “I feel that I have a much greater grasp ofengineering design and what goes into the engineering

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Patrick Tebbe; Bijan Sepahpour

Session: 1566 The Challenges of an Integrated Laboratory Course Sequence Patrick A. Tebbe and Bijan Sepahpour The College of New JerseyINTRODUCTION The engineering program at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) offers undergraduatedegrees in engineering science with specialties in one of the areas of Mechanical, Electrical, orComputer Engineering and Engineering Management. The main goal of the department is towell prepare the graduates for entry-level positions in industry and/or to continue graduatestudies. The mission statement of the department reflects on all necessary

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Vipin Kumar; Margaret Wheeler; Gregory Branch

concrete and sensory info combined with reflective observations) 2. Assimilators (Abstract conceptual thinkers combined with reflective observations) 3. Convergers (Reflective observers doing active experiments ) 4. Accommadators ( Active experimenters using their concrete experiences )According to Felder, the Felder-Silverman learning style model “classifies students as:♦ Sensing learners (concrete, practical…) or intuitive (conceptual, innovative…);♦ Visual learners (prefer visual representations…pictures, diagrams, flowcharts) or verbal learners (prefer written and spoken explanations);♦ Inductive learners (prefer presentations that proceed from specific to the general) or deductive learners (prefer presentations that

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Richard Jendrucko; Jack Wasserman

the rational for themethodology.b. Assessments are an essential part of PE application. The assessment format requires the following: i. Identification of two strengths and why they are strengths ii. Identification of two areas for improvement and a short-term and long-term plan to achieve the improvement iii. Insights gained from this reflective process Page 6.378.2 Proceedings of the 2001 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference and Exposition copyright  2001, American Society for Engineering EducationThe process steps require the student to provide a higher

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Leah Jamieson; Edward J. Coyle; William Oakes

projects toEPICS teams. • Significance to the Community • Level of Technology • Expected Duration From five initial projects in Fall 1995, the program has grown to twenty projects in Spring of2000. Once a project has been selected for the EPICS Program, the service agency that will bedirectly involved is designated the Project Partner. Phase 2 - Assembling a Project Team: Once a project and Project Partner have beenidentified, a student team is organized. This is done by advertising the project in undergraduateclasses, through academic advisers, call-out meetings and on the World Wide Web. Eight tofifteen students are chosen for each Project Team. Depending on the needs of the Project Partner,teams may reflect a single

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William Frey; Jose Cruz

cases we developed in our NSF ethics initiative havebeen adopted to fit into this exercise.D. Informal and Formal Discussion of ScenariosDuring the first step, students reflect on the issues individually. In step two, the instructor leadsan informal group discussion of a few of the scenarios. For example, the class could discusswhether using a computer at work to send e-mail to relatives is ethical. This simple statementhas often generated 20 to 30 minutes of lively discussion. Some students will advocate oneextreme (that the action is unethical) while others will argue the other extreme (that the actionis customary and ethically permissible). Many students will try to secure the middle ground byciting circumstances in which it is ethically

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Thomas Kist; Barbara Goldberg; William Lin

control classes experienced the same curriculum and wererequired to fulfill the same course requirements. The format of both groups includedsmall group collaborative learning activities, a cooperative learning capstone project(written and oral), individual assignments and reflections, some lectures, and classdiscussion as well as individual and group conferences.V. Data AnalysisFor this study, several forms of analysis were performed on the data. The statisticaltechniques used were selected because they provided a way to measure differencesbetween two groups. The post-test control group design enabled the researcher tomeasure differences between groups for treatment effects and key outcomes.First, descriptive statistics, simple frequency

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Joe Hartman

United States are controlled primarily by using a transponded radar signal. In sucha system, a radar sends out a radio frequency pulse, the airplane receives it, amplifies it andreturns it (transponds it) to the radar that sent it. In this way, the power of the radar pulses can bemuch smaller than that required for standard radar that returns a signal by reflecting a tinyfraction of the pulse energy. Before returning the pulse, the plane adds modulation to the pulse.The modulation information identifies the aircraft and its altitude. The air traffic controllers usethese transponded signals to properly guide and separate the in-flight aircraft.In 1984 the FAA issued an RFP requesting a major improvement to the guidance of aircraft inthe USA. This

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Bruce Segee; Isaac Horn

Session 1520 Computer Building Seminar for Engineering Students Isaac Horn, Bruce Segee University of MaineAbstractWhen comparing today’s first-year computer engineering student with one of five to ten yearsago a troublesome trend can be observed. Although today’s students have used PersonalComputers (PCs) longer, by and large, they have never touched (or even seen) the inside of a PC.This is a reflection of the changing role of the PC from a hobby item for the technically inclined,to a household appliance not to be broken. Based on that premise a seminar