Conference Session

Issues of Cooperative Education I

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Olga Pierrakos, James Madison University; Maura Borrego, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Jenny Lo, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Tagged Divisions

Cooperative & Experiential Education

at Virginia Tech. Dr. Lo is the co-coodinator of the first semester engineering course at Virginia Tech, and her research interests include undergraduate research, curriculum development and engineering ethics instruction. Page 13.993.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Preliminary Findings from a Quantitative Study: What are Students Learning During Cooperative Education Experiences?AbstractSince most of our engineering students follow careers in industry, of particular importance ishow cooperative experiences help to make better engineers. Although cooperative experiencesare

Conference Session

Issues of Cooperative Education I

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

ROBERT GRAY, Penn State Erie

Tagged Divisions

Cooperative & Experiential Education

benefit and use of written standards used in practice; 4. provide new employee plant safety training to all students; 5. discuss the need in design of the IEEE Code of Ethics and the National Code of Ethics for Engineers; 6. provide direct hire co-op and internships to students.GE wanted the partnership to expose students to: 1. failures and failure rates; Page 13.1135.3 2. cutting-edge technology; 3. how mechanical systems integrate with electrical systems; 4. the importance of quality and reliability; 5. interactions with mechanical and electrical engineers; 6. working in a multidisciplinary team that includes

Conference Session

Cooperative Education and Engineering

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tylisha Baber, Michigan State University; Norman Fortenberry, National Academy of Engineering

Tagged Divisions

Cooperative & Experiential Education

to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering b) an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data c) an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability d) an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams e) an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems f) an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility g) an ability to communicate effectively h) the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in

Conference Session

Cooperative Education and Engineering

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jacqueline El-Sayed, Kettering University

Tagged Divisions

Cooperative & Experiential Education

conditions to ensure success e. Seeks help when the challenge exceeds current capability in the given time constraintsPractitioner a. Displays integrity, consistency, ethical, and professional demeanor in engineering practice and relationships b. Embraces and employs appropriate professional codes, standards, and regulations c. Engages with engineering professionals and organizations to support excellence in engineering practice d. Demonstrates citizenship through service to society on local, national and/or global scales e. Brings responsible engineering perspectives to global and societal issues Learning outcomes for co op education Kettering University’s program7 is the