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Program Assessment in ET

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Kenneth Rennels

type of student work including tests, quizzes, homework, laboratory reports, term projects, oral reports, term papers or design projects. 4. Determine the evaluation methodology and tools including rubrics to be employed with the artifact or evidence. 5. Establish the expected level of performance. 6. Analyze the results to develop findings. 7. Provide feedback to the curricular planning process.Appendix I illustrates the evolving student learning outcomes assessment plan developed for theMET degree programs at IUPUI. This plan is still under development with the implementationpartially completed. Appendix II illustrates the assessment tool used for the MET 105,Introduction to Engineering Technology course. Since this course

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Mentoring Graduate Students for Success

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Amyl Ghanem

Session 2555 Learning Circle: New Faculty Guidance for Best Practices in Research Mentoring Amyl Ghanem Faculty of Engineering Dalhousie University Halifax, Nova Scotia CanadaIntroductionStudent-conducted research is an active learning experience practiced in capstone projects, in-class research assignments, or laboratory based undergraduate and graduate research. Societydepends on the innovations that stem from research at all levels. The transition from

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Poster

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Michael Lane; Jim Harden

•PHP •Auth_LDAP Figure 2. Client-Server Implementation of Assessment Automation SystemMySQLFor this particular project, the department chose to use a publicly available SQL database calledMySQL. As Open Source Software, MySQL is available for downloading at no charge from theInternet10. Use of the software is controlled under GPL (GNU General Public License)7.A project of this nature is not limited to this particular database though. MySQL was chosen forthe merits that fit the department’s needs, however, the scripts and tools used are compatiblewith a vast majority of SQL compliant databases that have an ODBC (Open DatabaseConnectivity) driver.Scripts – Perl and PHPThe scripts that

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Pre-College and ECE Education

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Susan Meyers; Donald Kirk

analysis and how thingswork, the student then participates in at least one engineering design project,learns essential communication and presentation skills, considers ethical andsocial issues associated with the use of technology, and relates all of theseelements to the national technology standards.Learning Goal 1: Students Will Learn Elements of Engineering AnalysisAn important element of what engineers do is analysis. This goal addressesseveral aspects that constitute engineering analysis. Included are the design andimplementation of experiments, representation and analysis/interpretation of data,and formulation of conclusions. Emphasis is on translating the statement of a real-world problem or question into a meaningful experiment, conducting

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Innovations in Teaching Mechanics

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2002 Annual Conference

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Richard Hall; Nancy Hubing; David Oglesby; Vikas Yellamraju; Ralph Flori; Timothy Philpot

Session 2768 Incorporating Web-Based Homework Problems in Engineering Dynamics Ralph E. Flori, David B. Oglesby, Timothy A. Philpot, Nancy Hubing, Richard H. Hall, Vikas Yellamraju University of Missouri-RollaAbstractWe are involved in a project funded by the Department of Education (FIPSE) which focuses ondeveloping interactive software to improve the teaching and learning of engineering statics,dynamics, and mechanics of materials. This paper presents an overview of this project, discussesits objectives, and focuses on

Conference Session

ASEE Multimedia Session

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

William Pierson; Michael Robinson; Betsy Dulin

. Drawing up a budget; and 12. Fund raising.In order to maximize the immediate benefits to participants, planners decided to target highschool students who would be juniors upon returning to school after completing the Academy.Participants must also have demonstrated an aptitude for engineering based upon academicperformance, especially in mathematics and science courses, and have a stated interest inengineering. Furthermore, recommendations from school counselors and/or teachers would berequired. Based upon available facilities and the projected budget, 30 participants would beinvited, and, ideally, these 30 slots would be equally divided between male and female students.The Academy was promoted by several different means: contacting high school

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Web Education: Delivery and Evaluation

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Sérgio Franco; Marco Silveira; Luciano Costa; Guillermo Creus

built. Computers and information technology can make contructivism learning applicationseasier. For example, a JavaScript code developed to teach visualization skills for a course inengineering graphics provides a great interactive learning experience. According to the author4,“the games, which walk the student through an increasing range of difficulty using differentvisualization techniques and puzzle formats, challenge the student to develop to a more advancedlevel of comprehension”. This is a representative example of the importance of the activeparticipation of students, which receive an immediate feedback. Another example is the Pearl Project (Practical Experimentation by Accessible RemoteLearning), that “presents an

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To Design and Conduct Experiments

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Joseph Owino; Ronald Goulet

modern data acquisition systems§ Minimal use of computer applications for data analysis and reporting§ No team based activities Page 7.545.1 Proceedings of the 2002 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition Copyright © 2002, American Society for Engineering EducationIn addition, polled faculty and students perceived the truss design/build project as the labcenterpiece, the second year rite of passage, the hands-on activity that generated keen studentinterest and motivation.Lab Improvement: The Goal, Objectives and Targeted OutcomesThe ultimate mission of any course is to maximize

Conference Session

International Engineering Education

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Mayuree Thespol; J. Clair Batty

15 Free Electives 6 0 Capstone Project 2 5 Additional Required ME Courses 25 Machine Shop, Mechanics of Machinery, IC Engines, Automotive Engineering, Refrigeration, Power Plant Engineering, Fluid Machinery, Automatic Controls Page 7.481.5 Total Credits 150 126 Proceedings of the 2002 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition Copyright © 2002, American Society for Engineering EducationThere are several

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Special Topics

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Caroline Crosthwaite; David Radcliffe

, Goals and ValuesThe mission of the Centre is to catalyze the development of a more diverse working, learning andresearch culture within the School, and as appropriate across the Faculty of Engineering, PhysicalSciences and Architecture, and in its industry partners. The Centre is an educat ional incubatorwhich models new modes of teaching and learning for staff in the Faculty and stimulatesdiscussion of engineering, technology and social issues. It fosters cultural change through theagency of the staff and students who participate in its programs and projects. Throughpartnerships with industry and the community, the Centre facilitates innovative, lifelong learningprograms and enterprise development strategies that address the challenges facing

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Computers in Education Poster Session

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Emin Yilmaz

Session 1520 INSTRUMENTATION FOR RELATIVE CYLINDER POWER MEASUREMENT ON INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES Dr. Emin Yilmaz Department of Technology University of Maryland Eastern Shore Princess Anne, MD 21853ABSTRACTThe goal of design projects is to introduce students to designing mechanical systems in theETME475-Mechanical Systems Design course. Purpose of this project was to design a sensorassembly to measure relative power of individual

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multim engr edu;dist.,servi&intern based

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Ann Wright; Andrew Wright

ofstudent apathy, lack of engagement, and inability to complete a project. 9 Usuallyengineering service learning is applied to developing products to improve conditions forthe handicapped. 10, 11, 12 The community need addressed in this paper is motivating andpreparing pre-college students for training in science and engineering.A service learning based course must incorporate several critical components. 9 Academiccredit must be assigned only for the educational components of the course and not for the“extra work” imposed by the service. The service facilitates learning, much likehomework. The educational goals and the service expectations must be clearly articulatedfor both the students and the beneficiaries of the service at the beginning of the

Conference Session

International Engineering Education

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Webert Lovencin; Adnan Javed; Fazil Najafi

institutions. Each school aims atdisseminating the most effective engineering education, by coordinatingtechnological/scientific areas of national, economical and social interests of thecountry. Civil Engineering education at UF primarily focuses on technicalexcellence, communication skills, and a well-rounded general andinterdisciplinary education. In comparison, NUST focuses on balanceddistribution of theoretical knowledge, practical and fieldwork to address real lifecivil engineering projects. The major curriculum of each school differs based ontheir socio-economical characteristics, national and industrial needs, and theavailability of natural resources. Although the overall curriculum structure mayappear different but the basic underlying

Conference Session

ECE Laboratory Development and Innovations

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Nathaniel Whitmal

with design experience that supports thegoals of ABET Engineering Criteria 2000, (iii) to prepare students for further work in DSP,particularly in their “Major Qualifying Project (MQP),” a one-year capstone design experienceproviding credit equivalent to three courses. EE 3703 has two features that distinguish it fromprevious real-time DSP courses: its use of the interactive “studio” format, and its use of softwareengineering principles.Assessment data for the course was derived from student grades, lab reports, identical pre/post-course assessment exams, and MQP reports. The pre/post -course exams focused on topicscovered in both the present and prerequisite courses, and were used to gauge the preparation andprogress of each student. The data

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Design Experiences in Energy Education

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Robert Mayer

capstone design project, three teams of 1 st-class midshipmen (seniors majoring in oceanengineering at the U.S. Naval Academy) set about to identify and design an ocean energy systemto compete, at least conceptually, with Navy contractors. These teams explored various renew-able energy sources such as ocean thermal, wave, and offshore wind energy. In four-monthstime, each team researched the alternatives and developed a concept design for its selectedenergy source. Results were presented to a Review Panel consisting of Navy representatives andocean engineering professionals. Brief details of this capstone experience and educational oppor-tunities in renewable ocean energies at the U.S. Naval Academy are shared later in the paper.Past developments

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Innovative Courses for ChE Students

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Colin Grant; Brian Dickson

,learning and communications that are not found in conventional U.K full-time under-graduateprogrammes. These teaching methods range from text-based to internet-based delivery and havea strong emphasis on employment-based project work.The undergraduate course provides a ‘mainstream’ first degree in chemical engineering forindustry-based students who have some prior qualifications and experience. The postgraduatemasters-level courses are designed for a wider range of professionals with backgrounds inengineering and/or chemistry. They provide a technology-based version of an MBA and featurea strong multi-disciplinary theme that integrates advanced process technologies, managementand business (with a strong emphasis on the process of innovation) and

Conference Session

ASEE Multimedia Session

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Singli Garcia-Otero; Isaac Crumbly

science andmathematics, along with engineering projects. Visits to museums and field trips are used tosupplement classroom enrichment. The students also visit Georgia Institute of Technology’sCollege of Engineering and are informed about various research projects.The following summer as rising 10th graders, students visit the University of Nevada, Las Vegasfor one week. They are introduced to various engineering disciplines and spend time in thevarious engineering laboratories. Students complete engineering projects; field trips to HooverDam, Yucca Mountain nuclear repository site, and the Grand Canyon are included for academicenhancement.As rising 11 th graders, students spend one week at the University of Oklahoma (OU). Studentsare introduced

Conference Session

Laptop/Handheld Computing in Education

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Robert Avanzato

CAD tools, Cprogramming, image capture, web-based tools, and robotics applications were explored.Electronic quizzes and distribution of notes and web resources were also supported. Theability to transfer software applications and data from one Palm unit to another using theinfrared beaming feature facilitated a collaborative approach to many activities. ThePalm devices also possess a serial port, which allows connection to data acquisitionsystems and other computers. A second phase of the project occurred during the fall of 2001 offering of thedigital systems course. In this phase, 39 students were required to purchase a Palm OS- Page

Conference Session

ASEE Multimedia Session

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Leonardo Rivera

the objectives? • EvaluationFigure 3: Generic Design ProcessThe Design Process for a course involves several steps that must answer some very basicquestions:• What are the objectives of the course? There are a lot of different things that could be defined as objectives for a course. They could vary a great deal but also could be applicable for different settings. For instance, a course could be directed mainly to provide (current, updated) information. A different focus would be to have as a main goal the development of very specific capabilities, not to acquire contents. Another possibility is to have a project- based class which goal was to learn teamwork and leadership skills

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Educators on the Frontier

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Kevin Hoag

Inclusive understanding. The learning continuumshown in Figure 2 was created to be consistent with these well-accepted models of thestages of learning. Also identified in Figure 2 are the mechanisms most frequently usedto develop the described proficiencies.It should be emphasized that as an individual gains increased proficiency in a givensubject the methods by which this is done become less explicitly defined as educationalmethods or tools. Herein lies the first challenge of advanced skill development? Is thereanything that can be done within a professional engineering organization to ensure thatthese advanced development tools are in place? As identified in Figure 2, the activities tobe fostered include project assignments that encourage the

Conference Session

Engineering Management Curriculum

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Jeffrey Short

statements of the behavior. The appraisal consistsof the rater recalling examples of the employee’s performance according to content area andcomparing the actual examples to the content area behaviors. The closest comparison, in therater’s opinion, places the employee within the sequenced continuum of content area attainment[24]. For example, an engineering content area may include project financial management.Sequenced observable behavioral examples may be represented by the example in Table 3. Page 7.533.5 “Proceedings of the 2002 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition Copyright

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Robert Mott

, American Society for Engineering Education · Closure: Each ALT concludes with a closure segment in which the instructor leads a discussion with the students to revisit the Big Picture and to project the newly acquired competencies to other real-world situations. · Transfer Activity: Each module ends with a transfer activity that presents a more complex learning activity designed to help participants develop relationships among the learned competencies and to provide experience in applying these in new ways. This, too, is an important characteristic of constructivist learning theory. Transfer activities of the several modules in the curriculum also provide a means for unifying the entire

Conference Session

Lab Experiments in Materials Science

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

James Jacobs

CoursesNEW:Updates provide an excellent forum for faculty to share ideas and resources.Many of us desire simple class demonstrations and laboratory experiments as well asimages and video clips that we can project on a screen which related to new andemerging technology as well as website to keep content current. After several years ofNEW:Update Workshops and the popularity of the experiments resulting from themeetings, the organizing committee, with assistance from the Materials Division ofASEE, began work on a compendium of selected experiments. Support for this collectioncame from a broad range of individuals, agencies, and technical societies, much like thesupport for the NEW:Updates Workshops themselves. After considerable research onmethodology to

Conference Session

Assessment and Its Implications in IE

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Richard Storch; Catherine Scott; Cynthia Atman

works as a checker at a Safeway grocery store. Thisstudent decided to become an industrial engineer (IE) after learning that Safeway employed IEsand thinking that it would make sense to try to be employed as an IE at Safeway in order to takeadvantage of five years of accrued seniority.Three of the students, referred to as the “mid-program students,” started in the department earlierin the year. They are currently working on a senior project—the design of a car for an SAEcompetition—that involves working with mechanical engineering students. The student who wasinterviewed alone is one of these mid-program students. Because this student sometimes offeredopinions that were different from those of the group, this student is referred to as the

Conference Session

Undergraduate Research and New Directions

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Habibur Rahman

Wave Propagation · The propagation process · Multi-path phenomena and effects4. Basic Elements of Radar Systems · Radar transmitters · Radar receivers · Radar antennas · Radar indicators and displays5. Continuous-Wave and Pulsed Radars · Frequency modulated CW radar · Linear frequency modulated CW radar · Multiple-frequency CW radar · Pulsed radar6. Radar Waveforms and Radar applications · Moving target indicators (MTI) · Pulse-compression techniques in radar systems · Synthetic aperture radar (SAR)7. Target Tracking radar systems · Angle tracking: sequential lobing, conical scanning, monopulse radar · Range tracking · Track-while scan8. Radar Projects · Projects are assigned dealing with practical aspects of

Conference Session

Strategic Issues in EM Education

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Taggart Smith

fluctuate. 4. Community members share a common bond or interest that could be similar jobs or skills; they tend to be like each other and they have a passion for what they do. 5. Communities last as long as members want them to last, rather than disbanding at the end of team projects or work group deliverables. 5 Communities of practice are self-organizing groups who communicate with one another.They share common work practices, specific areas of competence or areas of interest, and arewilling to share what they know. Also known as learning communities, networks, best practiceteams, and family groups, communities of practice are an essential component of knowledgemanagement. These informal groups cross

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Industry Participation and Ethics in BME

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Gary Bledsoe

whiledesigning a tissue engineering solution to a clinical problem as part of their course project. Fourethical bases are discussed including Deontology, Consequentialism, Natural Law, andTheology, but these are covered briefly in class because all the students in the TE havecompleted a course in ethics as required by Saint Louis University. Next, the course becomesvery discussion oriented and covers several current topics in biomedical ethics. The topics aresuggested by the participants and have included xenoplants, fetal tissue usage, stem cell research,cloning, corporate profit taking in medicine, animal rights, and healthcare access. Following theopen discussion, “ground rules” are established.Ethical Theory and Foundations There exist a

Conference Session

Computers in Education Poster Session

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Richard LaRoche; R. Muralikrishnan; Barbara Hutchings

Session 1520 FlowLab: Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Framework for Undergraduate Education Richard D. LaRoche, Barbara J. Hutchings, and R. Muralikrishnan Fluent Inc., Lebanon, NH 03766 USAToday, the use of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software in academia occurs primarilyin the context of student projects or research. The potential of CFD as a tool to enhance teachingis largely untapped, despite growing interest in computer tools to assist learning. FlowLab(http://flowlab.fluent.com) is a CFD-based educational software package that will allow studentsto solve fluid dynamics

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Curriculum Development in BIO Engr.

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Larry McIntire; Ka-yiu San; Ann Saterbak

behavior. The concept of metabolic flux analysis is introduced for the estimation ofintracellular pathway fluxes. The resulting set of linear equations is solved by standard MatLabprogram. The concept of least squares estimation is used to deal with overdetermined systems.Finally, the concept of metabolic control theory is also introduced for the quantitative treatmentof enzyme kinetics interactions and flux control. Finally, a design and analysis project isrequired for all students. They are divided into teams to work on projects related tocytomechanics. They students are required to turn in a written report and make an oralpresentation at the end of the semester.Tissue EngineeringThe Tissue Engineering course focuses on the study of cell, cell

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Innovative Teaching/Learning Strategies

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Riza Gurbuz

$ 160 million were used to improve and develop 32 Two Year Colleges byProceedings of the 2002 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & ExpositionCopyright © 2002, American Society for Engineering Educationpresidency of and World Bank-Industrial Education Project. YOK-World Bank IndustrialEducation projects has been finished at the and of the 1997. An agreements was signed byYOK-ISOV to strength relationship between Two Year Colleges and Turkish Industry[3].5150 instructors are working in 290 programs at the 490 Two Year Colleges in 2002. 80% ofthe instructors are working on vocational technical subjects and 20% of them are working onTurkish, History, Art, Sport, etc. subjects on Two Year College.Significant