Excellence in Civil EngineeringLeadership for South Carolina (ExCEL-SC) was created to recruit, support, graduate andprovide career opportunities for minority, female, and socioeconomically disadvantagedstudents. The importance of embracing the strength of diversity in civil engineeringleadership is paramount to fulfilling the high calling of the profession. Achieving theAmerican Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Vision for Civil Engineers in 2025 requirespreparation of graduates who can meet the demands of tomorrow's world throughproviding a sustainable built environment and raising the global quality of life. Civilengineers are envisioned to serve as master builders, stewards of the environment,innovators, managers of risk, and leaders of public
registered Civil Engineering and Land Surveyor and has been an founder and owner of 3 successful consulting firms. Tom earned his BS in Civil Engineering form Arizona State University and is completing his Masters of Engineering from Mississippi State University. Page 24.535.3 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2014 Establishing a Win-Win Partnership between a University and Non- metropolitan Community CollegesAbstract.In 2008-09, the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering carried out a pilot program with three non-metropolitan community colleges (CCs) to
cognitive psychology and neuroscience.14-174.1. Assessment StrategyWe adopted the following assessment strategy:Student Motivation. To examine how the EGC framework influences student motivation andsubsequent academic achievement, we assess students’ perceived competence in andinterest/value for engineering. Perceived competence was measured using the 5-item self-efficacy scale from the Patterns of Adaptive Learning Survey (PALS).18 A sample item includes‘I’m certain I can master the skills taught in my engineering courses.’ Personal interest wasassessed using an 8-item scale developed by Linnenbrink-Garcia and colleagues.19 Sample itemsinclude ‘Engineering is exciting to me’ (enjoyment) and ‘Engineering is practical for me toknow’ (value). Finally
Paper ID #9172Examining the Structure of a Multidisciplinary Engineering Capstone DesignProgramMr. Bob Rhoads, The Ohio State University Bob Rhoads received his BS in Mechanical Engineering from The Ohio State University and his Masters in Business Administration from Regis University. He is also a P.E. He is the Engineering Capstone Program Coordinator for The Ohio State University.Dr. Clifford A Whitfield, Ohio State University Cliff Whitfield has a PhD in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering and is currently working as an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department and
Paper ID #9468Exploring Student Computational Practices in Solving Complex EngineeringDesign ProblemsMrs. Oluwatosin Alabi, Purdue University, West Lafayette Oluwatosin (Tosin) Alabi is a graduate researcher in Computer and Information Technology. Currently, she is conducting research in High Performance Computing (HPC) and Data Analytics. Specifically, her research is focused on the use of parallel computational tools in supporting big data problem solving in bioscience and information technology. She holds a Masters in Computer and Information Technology, where her thesis focus on the role of com- putational tools
Dance Club. Justin plans to pursue a graduate-level education in astrophysics.Jill Frey, Sweet Water Foundation Jill Frey has worked in several areas of scientific research and education since earning degrees from the University of Wisconsin and Concordia University with Bachelors of Science in Zoology and Education, and a Masters of Science in Progam Development and Evaulation. She has always been a strong believer in the power of authentic learning and has helped to develop a variety of experiential learning programs including: an urban environmental center, a marine and freshwater focused charter school, a youth run urban organic greenhouse business, incorporating aquaponics into classroom curriculum. In
and communication- in order to navigate the rapidly changing world, and these skills should promote “deeperlearning” [1]. Deeper learning helps the students to better master the subject matter by goingbeyond the routine learning and thus helps them to develop knowledge and skills to solveproblems in today’s workplace. Students who are armed with these tools would have a competitiveedge.Student-Centric Learning (SCL) practices are tools that promote students’ deeper learning,empowering and engaging students (cf. T4SCL Report by European Student’s Union andEducational International, 2010 [12]). Universities have a unique responsibility to teach twenty firstcentury skills which are immediately applicable in work places. Bloomberg [13] in her
Nebraska-Lincoln with a Master of Technology Management degree and a BS in Manufacturing Engineering Technology, from Brigham Young Univer- sity. Gregg also does consulting in project management and leadership working with IPS Learning and Stanford University where he provides training for fortune 500 companies throughout the world.Joshua Schmidt, Brigham Young UniversityProf. Anton E Bowden, Brigham Young University Anton E. Bowden is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Brigham Young University. He holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Utah State University and a Ph.D. in Bioengineering from University of Utah. He received a CAREER award from the National Science Foundation for
Paper ID #10184An Exploratory Survey on User Perceptions and Adoption of NEES.orgMiss Manaz Rusi Taleyarkhan, Purdue UniversityMrs. Oluwatosin Alabi, Purdue University, West Lafayette Oluwatosin (Tosin) Alabi is a graduate researcher in Computer and Information Technology. Currently, she is conducting research in High Performance Computing (HPC) and Data Analytics. Specifically, her research is focused on the use of parallel computational tools in supporting big data problem solving in bioscience and information technology. She holds a Masters in Computer and Information Technology, where her thesis focus on the role of com
Choice Modeling, and Transportation Letters. He is the chair of the Travel Analysis Methods Section of the Transportation Research Board and the immediate past chair of its Committee on Traveler Behavior and Values. He is also the immediate past chair of the International Association for Travel Behaviour Research (IATBR). Dr. Pendyala has his PhD and Masters degrees in Civil Engineering with a specialization in transportation systems from the University of California at Davis. He obtained his undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology - Madras in Chennai, India. Page
for students to master BSP courses well, andbecause of its high implementation costs, a number of institutions still do not offer a course inBSP. Hence, this project is focused on the design of a BSP laboratory course for undergraduatestudents using low-cost hardware and software.There is an unmet need to expose undergraduate students to Biomedical Engineering (BME) ina simple and straightforward manner. Application of digital signal processing to processing ofbiosignals can be fairly difficult. A well designed and implemented laboratory course cansuppress the details and provide easy to use interfaces to get students started in the rightdirection. We hope this will enhance interest and embolden them to undertake further studiesand research
recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning, and a knowledge of contemporary issues8Shuman, et al. in their study of professional skills concluded “Although not necessarily taught inthe traditional lecture format, these [professional] skills can certainly be mastered as part of amodern engineering education format that utilizes active and cooperative learning, recognizesdifferences in learning styles, and is cognizant of teaching engineering in its appropriate Page 24.253.2context”8. Soft skills are necessary for professional success. These skills are related to theexecution of communicating, managing time
class standing and the instructor’s attendance policy 10, 28. Data fromthe study showed that there was a definite correlation between student attendance and theirsuccess in the classroom and that this correlation was true for students from freshman to senioryear10. A second analysis of the data showed that the instructor’s attendance policy had a definiteaffect upon a student’s attendance record 28. This paper will examine the data further in order tosee if a student’s status as a first-generation college attendee, gender, or economic statuses havean effect upon their attendance. It is based upon the fundamental belief that attendance in classimportant for a student to master the material and it is backed by data from the previous twopapers
University of Engineering & Technology, Dhaka, in June 2007. After completing his Bachelor degree, he started his graduate studies in Civil Engineering at The Univer- sity of Texas at Arlington in August 2008. He completed his Masters of Engineering (M. Eng.) degree under the supervision of Dr. Siamak Ardekani. He continued his graduate studies as a Ph. D. student under the supervision of Dr. Stephen Mattingly in Fall 2010. The author’s research interests include Incident Management, Operations and Safety, Traffic Flow, and Statistical Modeling. He presented at several TexITE meetings on Wrongway Movement and Incident Management. He is actively involved with different student organizations and served as the president
, or attitude that a student will need to perform a task accurately. It is what students will be able to do as the result of a given learning experience. Competencies are typically broken down into more specific learning objectives. Page 24.346.5 • Learning Objectives define skills or knowledge that a student will acquire as a step toward an outcome. Objectives are stated in a manner that is clear and measurable providing cues for the development of learning activities. • Learning Activities are methods that will help students to master specific learning outcomes. Learning activities
over 10 years in Information Technology. Currently working towards a Master of Science at the School of Technology. Page 24.352.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2014 Data Loss Prevention Management in Healthcare Enterprise Environments AbstractAs healthcare data are pushed online, consumers have raised big concerns on the breach of theirpersonal information. Law and regulations have placed businesses and public organizationsunder obligations to take actions to prevent data breach. Among various
and creative projects and travel to disseminate results. URC Vision The URC is pursuing its vision to nurture a culture of research and creative activity through support for undergraduate students and their faculty mentors. URC Values Implement the goals of the University's Academic Master Plan related to the URC mission with the following values: Excellence in research, scholarship, and creative projects. Opportunities for student-centered learning. Productive internal and external collaborations and partnerships. Success in academic and professional careers of our undergraduate students and their faculty mentors
Paper ID #8724Desktop VR Centered Project Based Learning in ET Courses Using a Low-cost Portable VR SystemDr. Magesh Chandramouli, Purdue University, Calumet (College of Technology) Magesh Chandramouli is an assistant professor of computer graphics technology at Purdue University, Calumet. Earlier, he was a Frederick Andrews Fellow at Purdue University, West Lafayette, where he completed his doctoral studies. He received a master of science degree from the University of Calgary, M.Eng. from the National University of Singapore, and B.E. degree from the College of Engineering, Guindy, India.Mr. George Takahashi, Purdue
”Nanonotechnology for Telecommunications” published by CRC Press and a handbook of research on ”Solar Energy Systems and Technologies” pub- lished by IGI Global. He also authored two chapters for these books. He is a member of ASEE and a senior life member of IEEE.Mr. Farhan Qazi Farhan A Qazi holds a Master of Science degree in Computer Science and MBA degree both from Syra- cuse University, Syracuse, New York. He is currently working in Maryland at a federal job and is pursuing a doctorate in Information Assurance. Prior to that he worked at Lockheed Martin located at Syracuse, NY as a software engineer and at the New York Power Authority located in Marcy, NY, as a System Analyst. Farhan presented in the area of semantic
Talk about Salient Problem Features. Journal of Engineering Education, 2010. 99(2): p. 135-142.3. Litzinger, T.A., P.V. Meter, C.M. Firetto, L.J. Passmore, C.B. Masters, S.R. Turns, G.L. Gray, F. Costanzo, and S.E. Zappe, A Cognitive Study of Problem Solving in Statics. Journal of Engineering Education, 2010. 99(4): p. 337-353.4. Chi, M.T.H., P.J. Feltovich, and R. Glaser, Categorization and representation of physics problems by experts and novices. Cognitive Science, 1981. 5(2): p. 121-152.5. Brown, J., A. Collins, and S. Newman, Cognitive apprenticeship: Teaching the crafts of reading, writing, and mathematics. Cognition and instruction: Issues and agendas, 1989: p. 453-494
in engineering,more than 80% indicated an interest in graduate programs. The results are given in Figure 3. MD PhD MBA Masters in Engineering No, Bachelors was enough 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30
Paper ID #10871IDEA-Pen: Interactive Design and Analysis through a Pen-based InterfaceMr. Anirudh Roshan Sriram, Purdue University, West Lafayette Anirudh Sriram is currently a Masters’ student at Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana. Mr. Sriram received his Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from VIT University, India in 2013. His research interests include product design and design optimization.Dr. Monica E Cardella, Purdue University, West Lafayette Monica E. Cardella is an Associate Professor of Engineering Education and an Affiliate of the Division of Environmental and Ecological Engineering at
Paper ID #9156Impact of hands-on first year course on student knowledge of and interest inengineering disciplinesDr. Lynn K Byers, Quinnipiac University Lynn Byers is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Quinnipiac University and previously taught at the United States Military Academy. She graduated from West Point in 1987 with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. She earned a Master of Science and Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering from The Pennsylvania State University in 1997 and 2006, respectively. She has taught courses in aeronautics, dynamics, vibrations, computer-aided design, thermal-fluid systems
, Purdue University, USA and Technical University of Berlin,Germany. He is a fellow of the American Society for Engineering Education, a fellow of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, a fel- low of the Institution of Engineers (India), and a fellow of the Acoustical Society of India. He is the editor-in-chief of the Journal of STEM Education: Innovations and Research.Mr. John Timothy Gill, Lee-Scott Academy John Gill is a physics and chemistry teacher at Lee-Scott Academy in Auburn, AL. He is pursuing a Master of Art in Teaching Secondary Science at the University of West Alabama, and has bachelor’s degrees in chemistry and computer science from Columbus State University. Prior to teaching, Mr. Gill spent 15
measuringinstruments while following safety standards. Page 24.701.102. Problem solving activity The students were given in-class assignments that included practice and drill typeexercises to re-enforce the concepts they learned in class as a problem solving activity (classwork, home work, and online assignments). After completion of the class work activities,students were given homework and online assignments to master the concepts covered in class.To further enhance the understanding of topics covered in class, simulation labs were given tofoster hands-on experience. Each lab was followed by a quiz on that particular topic to assessthe understanding of
Paper ID #8519Implementation of a Sexual Harassment Workshop Targeting Female Engi-neersMiss Lisa Rae Volpatti, University of Pittsburgh Lisa Volpatti received her Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh in 2013. Throughout her undergraduate career, she held several officer positions in the University of Pittsburgh’s section of the Society of Women Engineers, including section President during her senior year. She is pursuing a Master of Philosophy in Chemistry at the University of Cambridge as a Whitaker International Fellow and has received a National Science Foundation Graduate
of Science degree, Bachelor of Science degree(U.S., Australia and U.K.), Bachelor of Engineering degree (Europe and Asia), Master of Sciencedegree and doctoral degrees. Additionally, vocational high school programs as well as certificateprograms dedicated to mechatronics are being offered13-18. Many universities that offermechatronics courses also have mechatronics research laboratories19-21.Mechatronics course curriculums cover a range of multi-disciplinary engineering topics includingprogramming, graphical user interfaces (GUI), embedded systems, microcontrollers, controls,sensors, electrical motors, encoders, as well as pneumatic and hydraulic systems1, 2, 22.Mechatronics courses are typically project-based and include the design of a
of Technology, Kanpur in July 2001 and received his Master of Technology degree in May 2003. He was an Assistant Professor at the University of Alabama from Fall 2008 to Spring 2012. He also got industrial experience in several multinational companies from 1999 to 2001. He is a senior member of AIAA and AAS and member of IEEE, ASME, ASEE, Sigma Xi and Tau Beta Pi. Including many peer reviewed conference proceedings, his selected publications are in IEEE, ASME, AAS and AIAA journals. His primary research interests include optimal control theory and estimation, nonlinear feedback methods, dynamic differential games, spacecraft/aircraft control, flight mechanics, mechatronics and nonlinear dynamical systems.Dr
graduate studentsenrolled. The College of Engineering and Applied Sciences (referred to as “College” in the rest Page 24.735.2of this paper) offers 14 undergraduate degree programs with an enrollment of 2,220 in FallSemester 2013; and offers 9 masters and 5 doctoral programs with 460 graduate students.1 TheCollege offers the following undergraduate engineering or technology programs that qualify topotentially participate in the S-STEM Scholars Program: Aeronautical Engineering, ChemicalEngineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Construction Engineering, ElectricalEngineering, Industrial and Entrepreneurial Engineering, Mechanical
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