Conference Session

Computed Simulation and Animation

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Raymond Jacquot, University of Wyoming; Cameron Wright, University of Wyoming; Robert Kubichek, University of Wyoming

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Computers in Education

required. A typical problem for the application of the lossless transmission linesimulator is given in Appendix A. The software is not intended as a substitute for theunderstanding gained early in the process by solution of problems using a hand calculator. Theconcepts of load and source impedance matching, wave reflection, and standing wave ratio canbe explored experimentally by students in the setting of the computer keyboard.The concept of using MATLAB for the animation of lumped parameter dynamic systems wasdemonstrated by Watkins et al.2 Recently there have been a number of papers describing thegraphical interpretation of partial differential equations. The transport of pollutants ingroundwater has been described using web-based graphics3 and

Conference Session

Instrumentation and Laboratory Systems

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Phillips, University of Guelph; Michele Oliver, University of Guelph; Bill Van Heyst, University of Guelph; Douglas Joy, University of Guelph; Warren Stiver, University of Guelph

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Computers in Education

somenegative results for over simplification of the problem, model convergence, validation andboundary condition/material property assignment raises concerns. At this time it is difficult toassess the root cause of these deficiencies. The deficiencies are possibly a reflection of ourpractices in second year, a reflection of other supporting courses, a reflection of the quality of theparticular teams and/or a reflection of the capstone design advising that was provided. Furtherassessment of previous and future capstone projects will be conducted to help in the assessmentof the second year initiative. The next evolution in our use of CAD/CAE will be developed inlight of these initial observations of the capstone design projects. The exercise has proven

Conference Session

Web-Based Education

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gregory Rutkowski, University of Minnesota-Duluth

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Computers in Education

include reflective statements with their portfolio artifacts. This process ofself-evaluation leads to a higher quality of education2. The ultimate goal of the educationalportfolio is to provide a record of the student’s educational history that emphasizes the learningoutcomes of the student above and beyond the actual diploma while giving the student a greatersense of accomplishment. Traditionally, these portfolios have been paper-based with artifacts stored in folders,binders or other suitable container. With the wide spread use of computers and other technology,the evolution of portfolios from an all-paper to an all-digital format seems natural. Electronicportfolios are still in the early stages of development but many advances have

Conference Session

Issues in Computer Education

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jun Luo, Ohio Northern University; Robert Hovis, Ohio Northern University

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Computers in Education

of thelanguage. 3) Each paper must cite and explain an application coded in the language. The codeshould reflect the main features of the language. 4) Each paper must cite at least three references,including books, conference or journal papers, or web sites. 5) Each paper should be free ofspelling or grammar errors. 6) The paper layout should be effective and visually appealing. Allthe guidelines will be included in the course syllabus.Weeks 2 & 3: The procedural programming paradigm. In class, the instructor discusses datatypes in a variety of languages; binding, scope, visibility, and lifetime of variables; type checking;overloaded operators; flow of control statements; data abstraction and process abstraction;subprogram implementation

Conference Session

Mobile Robotics in Education

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Ahlgren, Trinity College; Igor Verner, Technion-Israel Institute of Technology

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Computers in Education

their knowledge and skills through challenging work.• Practice assessment that actively involves students in reflection on their learning.Olympiads in science, mathematics, and other subjects are popular events that offer studentsopportunities to demonstrate knowledge, abilities, and motivation through competitiveexaminations. Examples include the International Olympiads in Mathematics (IMO), Physics(IPhO), Chemistry (IChO), Biology (IBO) and Informatics (IOI) [10]. Several of these offerboth theoretical and experimental components. These Olympiads bring together the best high-school competitors from the around the world and bear considerable weight when inspiring in-depth understanding and aptitude development.In robotics education, many of

Conference Session

Computing Tools for Engineering Education

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Matthew Roberts, University of Wisconsin-Platteville; Christina Curras, University of Wisconsin-Platteville; Philip Parker, University of Wisconsin-Platteville

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Computers in Education

engineeringdisciplines so students can solve various problems in different technical disciplines. Organizingthe problems (which were stored by assignment as word-processing files) and tracking theirprevious usage became a daunting task. To facilitate our efforts, a database was developed(using Microsoft Access) to store the problems.The database is now in use and has simplified the creation of homework assignments. Thedesign of this database, its advantages, and usage issues we have encountered will be the focus ofthe paper. Assessment includes reflection by the instructors who have used the database.ObjectivesThe objectives of this project were to create a homework problems database that: Organizes more than 300 problems into an easily-retrievable format

Conference Session

Programming for Engineering Students

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ramzi Bualuan, University of Notre Dame

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Computers in Education

leadingplayer 2 (right) 3-2, and player 2 is about to return the ball. The ball bounces off a paddleas a function of its point of impact, and bounces off the side court (horizontal lines) justas a mirror reflection. A point is scored if the ball goes past a backcourt (vertical walls),and a new ball is then served. Page 11.1203.4 Figure 1: snapshot of the Pong gameFigure 2 below shows descriptions of some of the project functions provided in the Ponggame. As mentioned above, students basically treat them as black boxes, as if they werepart of Matlab’s intrinsic functions. Some students are actually surprised when they findout that the

Conference Session

Computed Simulation and Animation

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Maixner, U.S. Air Force Academy

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Computers in Education

Aeronautics at the UnitedStates Air Force Academy for his assistance in explaining various aspects of the Thermal FluidsToolbox during the author’s work. Many faculty at the Academy graciously agreed to review andcomment on an early draft of this manuscript and on preliminary versions of the variousspreadsheets. As always, feedback from cadets in the thermal fluids systems engineering coursesat the Academy was essential in the grooming of the various worksheets.DisclaimerThe views expressed are those of the author and do not reflect the official policy or position ofthe U.S. Air Force, Department of Defense or the U.S. Government.References1Caretto, L, McDaniel, D., and Mincer, T., Spreadsheet Calculations of Thermodynamic Properties, 2005 ASEEAnnual

Conference Session

Computers in Education Poster Session

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James Reising, University of Evansville

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Computers in Education

5 〈0〉 h Figure 11As in the earlier examples, changes made in the Rayleigh parameter b and/or the length n of thedata vector are reflected in the corresponding plot.Pairs of Random VariablesThe joint probability function is used in computing probabilities and expected values offunctions. Calculations involve the evaluation of double integrals. Figure 12 below shows a Page 11.913.7very simple example of a joint probability function and multiple integral

Conference Session

Embedded Computing

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rathika Rajaravivarma, Central CT State University

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Computers in Education

thisgap is to involve students directly in the form of discussions and group work. It has beenreported that student engagement rates are higher in a group setting than during independentseatwork. Engagement rates are higher when students receive more monitoring or help from aninstructor 6. Lectures are therefore substantiated with laboratories and group work. The impactof learning, however, is enhanced by structuring opportunities for reflection and peerconsultation 3. Although these pedagogical techniques stimulate the students to use the courseconcepts in thinking and problem-solving and is aimed at developing communication andinterpersonal skills, the biggest hurdle here is the assessment. When performed in a group, howcan the individual

Conference Session

Programming for Engineering Students

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chenghung Chang, Stevens Institute of Technology; Dror Kodman, Stevens Institute of Technology; Sven Esche, Stevens Institute of Technology; Constantin Chassapis, Stevens Institute of Technology

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Computers in Education

students log into the laboratory environment and interact with theexperiment simulations. These simulations are either executed internally or externally to the 3-Denvironment. In the first case, the experiment functionality is programmed “in house” withmodifications made to the C++ code of the original game. This modified C++ source code is thenrecompiled in its entirety to reflect the desired alterations made to the original game, and thus theexperimental procedure becomes part of the source code. The second strategy is based on usingthe game engine as the virtual environment generator. This generator acts like a shell forinterfacing a virtual environment with external agents, i.e. by generating input data to be passedon the agent and by parsing

Conference Session

Web-Based Education

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Eugene Ressler, U.S. Military Academy; Stephen Ressler, U.S. Military Academy; Catherine Bale, U.S. Military Academy

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Computers in Education

network hardware andoperating system software in good repair and up to date.As shown in the rightmost two columns of Table 4, time spent by contest administrators may bedivided into routine and task-oriented work that may be scheduled or unscheduled. Routine Page 11.547.14work occurs each week from the start of the qualifying round through the completion of finals.Scheduled tasks are generally aimed at preparation for the next contest round. Exceptions are thetasks of the webmaster and software authors, which reflect the effort of initial development.Unscheduled tasks result from unpredictable events such as software bugs and misbehaviors

Conference Session

Instrumentation and Laboratory Systems

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Roxanne Toto, Pennsylvania State University; Mark Wharton, Pennsylvania State University; John Cimbala, Pennsylvania State University; John Wise, Pennsylvania State University

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Computers in Education

implementation and use of theTablet PC in an Electrical Engineering (EE) course. Each professor was asked to provide awritten reflection on his experience, listing the hardware and software used.An online survey tool with eighteen questions was created to gather data from students related toattitudes and preferences regarding the Tablet PC use, how the Tablet impacted their learning,and how the tool was implemented and used in the classroom. The question format affordedstudents the ability to indicate or select choices and then explain that choice further. Examplesare provided in Figure 1. Q1. Please select the statement you most agree with - (1) It was better when the instructor used the blackboard in class