technology.Figure 3. Engineering Technology Evolution TimelineAs Figure 3 shows, “The Tool Engineers Handbook” was published in 1948. As a reference forall phases of planning, controlling and designing of manufacturing industries, by 1955, over65,000 engineering professionals purchased the book. Reflecting strong interest in practical,standard application of engineering principles, the book had subsequent editions published in1959 and 1976. These editions were expanded to reflect the latest in the manufacturing industryseeing the continuing advances and significant diversification of informational needs of themodern manufacturing engineering. Also in 1955, the “Report on Evaluation of EngineeringEducation,” or commonly, “Grinter Report” explained the
autonomous vehicles. He received a PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering on dynamic modeling of flexible multi-body systems in 1999. He has graduated 8 Masters students, and has offered several senior design projects. He is currently supervising several full time and part time graduate students. He has taught several undergraduate and graduate level courses such as Dynamics, Vibrations, System Dynamics, Elasticity, Finite Element Method, Introduction to Robotics, and Advanced Robotics. He has authored a graduate level text book titles: Autonomous Robots; Modeling, Path Planning, and Control. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 Work-in-Progress: Layering
sent prior REU participants a survey askingthem to provide their perceptions of these workshops and what they learned from them. (SeeAppendix.) The authors designed the survey to collect data on student perceptions of both theirsummer REU experiences and post-REU activities. The authors planned to use this data toassess the efficacy of this interdisciplinary approach in terms of teaching soft skills toengineering students.Study DesignResearch Questions and ObjectivesThe question guiding the data collection for this project was RQ: To what extent do STEM students participating in integrated summer REU program believe this approach provided them with effective training in hard and soft skills essential to contributing in the
complete an engineering design project.As a learning outcome for a senior design project (and a Master’s thesis), the second one aboveis the most important.Understanding the distribution systemThe technical aspects of the project consisted of several tasks. First, to characterize themicrogrid, it is necessary to identify energy resources and critical loads, obtain network data, andcollect historical generation and load resource data. A microgrid, as defined earlier in this paper,is a controlled, coordinated unit within recognizable boundaries, not merely a piece, planned orrandom, of a distribution system with distributed energy resources (DER). [1] In the case athand, the largest city between Minneapolis and Seattle along the northern tier of
Industry Liaison Director, Graduate Recruiting Clinical Professor of Engineering College of Engineering and Science University of Detroit Mercy Dr. Darrell Kleinke Director, Graduate Professional Programs Professor of Mechanical Engineering College of Engineering and Science University of Detroit MercyIntroduction and OverviewImagine a world in which engineers can interact with 3D models in an immersive environment,where doctors use artificial intelligence to create individually customized treatment plans, andwhere products wend their way independently through the production process. This is Industry4.0, the Fourth Industrial
students.IntroductionGlobalization requires future engineers to live up to the challenges from industryupgrading and development [1],[2]. China, as the largest producer of engineeringgraduates in the world, has been encountering many challenges in the field ofengineering education and undergoing a series of engineering education reforms. Oneof the major problems lies in the oversupply of unqualified engineers and theundersupply of high-quality engineers [2]. Considering the challenges facing Chineseengineering education, the Chinese Ministry of Education (MoE) initiated the “Planfor Educating and Training Outstanding Engineers” (PETOE) in 2010 [3] and the“Emerging Engineering Education” (EEE) plan in 2017 [4]. Both programs target toproduce a large number of high-quality
while working on the self-watering planter, since wehad to fix so many things when something broke or did not go according to plan. It taught methat yes, it is absolutely important to plan ahead and understand your design goals, but you alsoneed backup plans or other ways of getting to your end result.”Pilot students were also asked for feedback to improve future offerings of the course with thequestion “What suggestions do you have to improve this course for future students?” Selectrepresentative student narrative responses are included below to tell the story directly fromstudent words on the impact of the course in this area.“Focusing more on programming experience and practice. Allowing groups to pick from a list ofhuman centered design
alternatesources to cite images [14].Regarding implementing the instruction, there is a wealth of examples of instructional activitiesprovided by academic librarians related to copyright. In non-engineering disciplines, librarianshave incorporated rights instruction into introductory music courses and mass communicationscourses [15], developed lesson plans for English and communications courses that use problem-solving scenarios supported by analysis and lecture [16], and taught a semester-length courseabout copyright to journalism and communications majors [17]. Some of the ways that librariansare structuring the content include an online course about copyright organized in three units:basics, you as the user, and you as the creator [18], a lesson plan
volunteer engineers.After the fourth month of programming, librarians and ASCE volunteers completed a survey andinterviews. All library staff and nearly all ASCE representatives agreed that collaborating with their partnerlibrary or ASCE branch benefited their organization. ASCE volunteers valued librarians’ expertise inworking with youth and appreciated that they took the lead in planning program activities and logistics,which made it easier for volunteers to participate in outreach. Librarians acknowledged the dedication andenthusiasm of their ASCE partners and valued their content knowledge both because it exposed theirpatrons to real-life engineers, but also because it made library staff feel more comfortable presenting thistype of program
were also investigated based on high school preparedness, path to CM as amajor, self-efficacy, institutional and curriculum satisfaction, and future career plans. Parentaleducational level (i.e., completed a bachelor’s) is used as a measure of first-generation college student.The measure of high school preparedness evaluates students’ math and science experience. For instance,students respond to semester of math in high school, math/science course completed, whether advancedplacement courses were offered, and perceived college math preparedness. Students indicated their pathstudents followed to CM major, institutional and curriculum, and future plans. Most of the measuresused multiple choice survey options while others, such as self-efficacy
. ElZomor has been integrating innovative and novel educational paradigms in STEM education to support student engagement, retention, and diversity.Prof. Omar Youssef, University of Arizona Dr. Omar Youssef is a Lecturer at University of Arizona (UofA), College of Architecture, Planning, and Landscape Architecture, and the School of Sustainable Built Environments. A Building Scientist in the Institute on Place and Wellbeing Performance. An Architect in Practice focusing on Environmental Ap- plication within the Industry. Dr. Youssef has extensive industry experience of constructed large-scale projects. Omar’s interdisciplinary background combines between Architecture Practice, Environmental Sciences, Health and
competitions, and to raise parent and community awareness of securityissues through k-12 schools. It is our hope that the activities planned and presented inthe model will pave the path for reaching our ultimate goal of increasing the number ofstudents interested in pursuing cybersecurity as a future career.2. Cybersecurity Education in K-12In response to the gap in cybersecurity workforce and talent, colleges and universitieshave started offering cybersecurity degrees [2]. However, it is our belief that a long-term solution to the cybersecurity workforce is to start educating students about thosetopics at early age. Surely the K-12 cybersecurity program should provide students withvaluable learning experiences. One of the shortcomings in K-12
100-square milesolar farm, calculate the cost of building and running it, and compare the results to the energyneeds of their state. Web links and worksheets included in lesson materials. Plan Your Solar Home (9th-12th grade, 4 hours): In this math intensive lesson, studentsinvestigate their current home energy usage and cost. They conduct a DIY Energy Audit, thenwork in groups to identify ways to reduce electricity use. Students redesign their home to includephotovoltaics, physical changes, and behavior changes. The Solar Shuffle (6th-12th grade, 45 minutes): After learning how solar panels work,students are challenged to represent the process of how a solar panel works by collaborativelycreating a physical demonstration of
, along with Dr. Richard Felder and Dr. Ronald Rousseau, of the 4th edition of Chemical Process Principles. Dr. Bullard’s research interests lie in the area of educational scholarship, including teaching and advising effectiveness, academic integrity, process design instruction, and the integration of writing, speaking, and computing within the curriculum.Mr. Christopher C. Willis, North Carolina State University - DELTA Chris Willis, DELTA’s Assistant Director, Planning and Assessment, manages the evaluation and assess- ment of course redesign and educational technology projects, focusing on technology integration, peda- gogy, and teaching best practices to support student success and engagement. He manages data
to be more innovative in their plans to incorporateIoT-based energy monitoring and building automation into their math and science courses thanthe first summer cohort.Version 2 - Medium, classroom version used by all students Simultaneously with the design of Version 1, a second capstone design team was taskedto create a medium scale IoT House that focused more on the monitoring and control of thestructure. The model that this team created was intended to be a “one-of” resource that could bebuilt for a classroom where multiple student teams would have the ability to instrument, monitorand control more aspects of the structure. For example, this design included a fully functionalheating and air conditioning system with associated
range of undergraduate students and enhance mechanics education,the authors plan to integrate the reported 3D printing into his Solid Mechanics courses in Fall2019. Except of using nanoparticles enhanced 3D printing materials, the low-cost pristine PLAand ABS filaments will be used for the 3D printing of samples following the ASTM standards.The authors plan to adjust key 3D printing parameters, such as printing direction, to tailor thestrength and stiffness of the printed materials. Since both standard mechanical testing methodsand theories are introduced in Solid Mechanics and Solid Mechanics Lab courses, the testing of3D printed samples, such as dogbone samples under tensile loads, will imporve the students’understanding of critical solid
. Compare and contrast the contributions of different types of engineers in the development of a product, process, or system 2. Develop a plan of study for your undergraduate career 3. Articulate holistic issues that impact engineering solutions 4. Solve problems using systematic engineering approaches and tools 5. Model an engineering system 6. Synthesize information from several sources 7. Communicate information effectively 8. Contribute effectively to an engineering teamAs might be expected, balancing coverage of these learning outcomes with the expectations of atwo-credit introductory level course can be challenging for instructors. Many students enter theprogram with expectations that the course’s primary purpose is to help
for interaction of multiple genetic, chemical, electrical,Engineering Ethics and Society (CEES), the and neurohormonal factors that interact with eachother and with environmental and sociocultural planning and creating strategies, performingfactors. From this dynamic interaction, biological movements, and using language [10-12-13].processes emerge that condition thoughts, emotionsand behaviors through a multiplicity of channels The action of neurotransmitters in the organismthat tend to self-organize spontaneously and in ways does not always function in the same way.that are difficult to predict [6-7]. Sometimes, some neurotransmitters are more
byparents in planning and preparing for their young people’s careers. CM is adolescents’perceptions of their parents’ career-related modeling behavior. ES is adolescents’ perceptions oftheir parents’ attention to the affect they experience about educational and career developmentissues. VE is adolescents’ perceptions of their parents’ encouragement of their pursuit ofeducational and career goals. Each of the CRPSS scales is scored on a 5-point Likert scale (1 =Strongly Disagree, 3 = Neither Agree or Disagree, 5 = Strongly Agree), with higher scoresindicating more agreement. Sample items are: “My parents teach me things that I will somedaybe able to use at my job” (IA), and “My parents have shown me where they work” (CM).Parent’s career-related role
by thinking critically. Our initial experience with PBL has shown usthat it is very challenging to satisfy criteria 3-6 of high quality PBL in typical classroom settings.This becomes even more challenging working with sophomore students who lack the essentialskills such as teamwork. Hence, we embedded the Agile Project Management (APM) into PBLto respond to students’ struggles with criteria 3-6 of PBL.Agile Project Management is an iterative approach to planning and guiding project processeswith ability to respond to issues as they arise [12-13]. APM methodology has received muchattention in the 21st century, particularly from software development companies. However, inthe recent years, owing to its numerous benefits, it has been modified to
theengineering building was in the middle of a $108 million renovation and expansion.]The STEP 1a grant to LSU ended in 2011, and most of the programs developed from this award,including the bridge camp, were institutionalized in the College of Engineering. This program iscurrently sustained through participant fees, as well as support from the college and industrydonors. There is a full-time staff member who oversees all aspects of camp planning andexecution, and who also serves as the advisor for the peer mentor student organization. Table I Number of E2 Participants and Mentors for Each Year of the Program Year ‘07 ‘08 ‘09 ‘10 ‘11 ‘12 ‘13 ‘14 ‘15 ‘16
could best benefit students.The process of adopting a shared vision started by holding lunch meetings where all facultybrainstormed how they envision "Engineering with Engineering." These brainstorming sessionsled to planning sessions surrounding curricular change discussed in the Curriculum sectionbelow. The “critical doing” of developing the new curriculum allowed the faculty to examine thecurrent system, identify issues to be addressed, and build the shared vision.Faculty reached the consensus on bringing industry practice to our students and sharing thevision of “Engineering with Engineers” during the first year of this project.b. Revised department mission. A department vision day was held for faculty to discuss andupdate the department
single session [8], rather than spacing out their learning. Hora and Oleson [9]found in a qualitative study that almost half of STEM students reported “cramming” for theirexams, meaning they began studying for an exam sometime from a few days before the exam tothe night before it.In terms of STEM-specific studying requirements, STEM as a discipline is distinct in many waysfrom other college majors. It involves scientific inquiry, problem-solving (often collaboratively),creativity, and a broad understanding of interdisciplinary concepts and how they relate to eachother [10]. In particular, math is known to be more cognitively challenging than many othertraditional academic subjects [11] and requires effective planning for success, not just
likely to enroll in online education programs havedifficulties effectively using the resources these programs provide.[17], [18] Second, materialscurrently hosted online are primarily beneficial to educators rather than students, since they couldbe difficult to navigate unless one knows what one is looking for (Fig. 1), and most materialsconsist in lesson plans, case studies, and videos for use in instructor-led courses (Fig. 2). Third,their use requires substantial preparation time and effort on the part of instructors (Fig. 3). Bycontrast, the web modules described here are all inclusive: They can be used anytime, anywhereby students, without preparation on the part of instructors.Fig. 1 Navigating resources at the OEC[14]Fig. 2 A lesson plan
science and engineering programs is not a new concept.According to the review done by Shuman, Besterfield-Sacre, and McGourty, there isencouraging evidence to suggest that the Accrediting Board for Engineering and Technology(ABET) professional skills can be taught effectively [5]. Specifically, these authors highlight theimportance of incorporating real-world experiences into the engineering curriculum as the mosteffective way to integrate both professional and technical skill development into acomprehensive educational experience [5]. Though informative, students’ attitudes regardingthese methods are essential to understand as theory suggests attitudes are immediate precursorsto actual behaviors (i.e., theory of planned behavior) [6]. To date
exposing next generation manufacturing technologies. Presentation #1 Opening remark: US Next Generation ManufacturingOrganizer: Richard Chiou, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Department of Engineering Technology,College of Engineering, Drexel UniversityAbstract: Insights from outside of the manufacturing industry will be explored in the workshopfrom traditional manufacturing to factory planning and utilization, quality assurance and evenresearch and development. Indeed, industrial manufacturers can best serve their customers (andthemselves) by designing tools and equipment that improve the efficiency, costs, and performanceof factories and other capital projects. Whether enhancing their or their customers
teamwork dynamic in our first-year experiences. It is unclear exactly whatenables the second semester classes to have higher averages than the first semester courses, sinceall three courses have different subject matter, different styles of projects and different sets ofinstructors. But an upward trend of better teamwork satisfaction is hopeful. Moving forwardwe want to try to isolate a few of the sections of ED1 and ED2 and let students choose teamswith no restrictions and compare to the other sections. A pilot study in Fall 2019 to Spring 2020has been planned. Other plans include looking at the effect gender has on teaming as this yearwe used CATME team maker to ensure woman and underrepresented minorities are notoutnumbered on project
failures [13]. Of the 21 causes, we consider in this work the 10 that apply to studentprojects, as shown in Table 1. Table 1: Common causes of systems engineering failures. Adapted from [13]. Systems engineering failure causesFailed to consider Actor(s) in the organization failed to consider an aspect in the system design. In many cases,design aspect this causal action describes a design flaw, such as a single-point failure or component compatibility.Used inadequate Actor(s) in the organization used inadequate justification for a decision.justificationFailed to form a Actor(s) in the organization failed to form a contingency plan to implement if an
contemplating career interestsand options [34], [35]; in this study, 82% of participants readily named at least one career ofinterest to them and several participants also identified contingency career plans. This analysisidentified a group of students (66% of our sample) who have currently identified a career ofinterest other than engineering yet are open to an engineering career. We wish to keepengineering as a career as a possible future for these students. This work suggests that it may befruitful for engineering educators to identify ways in which engineering activities intersect withstudents’ interests, thereby helping engineering study and careers to resonate with these students. 3. Classroom video dataThe video data collection for the project
, or a couple of students can have the ”instructor role” to ensure the ratio is met. This isa resource-intensive activity so it is easier to implement in small-sized classes and programs. AtIRE and YCP class sizes are between 8-12 and 15-18 students, respectively. However, it is notused as a regular classroom activity and only occurs one to two times a semester due to theamount of planning and setup required.Finally, the instructor decides if this is to be an individual or group activity. For an individualactivity, there should be a variety of questions both in the content area and depth so students whoare stuck on one question can move onto another and use their time wisely. More details on thissetup can be found in iteration one and two in