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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies: Classroom and Online Innovations

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert Edwards, Pennsylvania State University - Erie; Liyong Sun, Pennsylvania State University - Erie

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and tested, and are waiting forprocedures to be written followed by classroom trial. The others are in the concept and hardwaredesign stages. The plan is to have all eight ready for fall of 2016.This paper addresses several aspects of the project. First, the guided inquiry approach in generalis discussed. Then, our plan of how to apply this approach in a classroom setting is laid out withsome discussion of lessons learned from using similar but longer exercises in a lab setting.Finally, we give examples of the type of hardware that will be used and the type of worksheetsthat could be used in concert with the hardware.Introduction:This paper reports on the status of work being done to develop classroom exercises to helpstudents better

Conference Session

Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies: Electrical and Control Engineering

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Harry Courtney Powell, University of Virginia; Maite Brandt-Pearce, University of Virginia; Ronald D. Williams P.E., University of Virginia; Robert M. Weikle, University of Virginia; Lloyd R. Harriott, University of Virginia

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information on how lessons we learned in the FundamentalsSeries has enabled us to modify our E&M Fields coursework from a traditional math-heavycourse to one that includes an interactive laboratory based component.Classroom resources and software Our studio space is shown in Figure 2 and Figure 3 below. Currently we have sufficientclassroom space for 60 students, although plans are in place to expand the space to accommodate75. Students work in 3 person teams and each table "pod" accommodates 3 teams; we rotate teammembership throughout the semester, and require that team members rotate responsibilities. Thecentral part of each table has power outlets for student laptops and the instrumentation. One ofour objectives was to maintain clear sight

Conference Session

Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies: Laboratory Pedagogy

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Renee M. Clark, University of Pittsburgh; Arash Mahboobin, University of Pittsburgh

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skill.16Questioning students is critical for guiding their reasoning as well. Questions can be inserted atmultiple points in the learning process, such as during self-directed instruction with web-based,flipped-classroom materials; progress reviews; or team-based problem solving efforts in theclassroom.11 Prodding students to articulate answers drives them towards completion of a task.15Prompting them with questions that require explanation and justification of their solutions atdifferent phases of the project, as during frequent progress reviews, can assist them in planning,monitoring, and evaluating.19 Therefore, requiring students to develop coherent argumentsscaffolds them in solving ill-structured problems and also provides one of the best

Conference Session

Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies: Electrical and Control Engineering

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stephen E. Frempong, State University of New York - Canton

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plan:(1) Instructor will ask students to modify the frequency tank circuit after the initial success to generate three specific frequencies (95MHz, 100MHz and 105MHz) that a customer can switch from one frequency to another.(2) Students who are unable to complete the project design and demonstration within four weeks, will be given an opportunity to complete the project with two weeks extension for 10% reduced points on their own time.ConclusionThis project in Electronic Communications II creates criticalthinking by introducing a design component in the critical part ofthe project which is the high frequency oscillator circuit togenerate the required carrier frequency for modulation. Whenstudents understand modulation process

Conference Session

Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies: Aero and Mechanical Engineering

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kaitlin Mallouk, Rowan University; Joseph F. Mandara, Rowan University

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to build something and test it.” Other students, however, were frustrated by the lack offreedom in the design process: “I would have liked to have more creativity for the project (likecreating our own version of the converter). Additionally, several students noted that the manualcreation of the waves was challenging and frustrating. Several teams also had trouble with thedata acquisition using the myDAQs.Plans for the FutureFall 2015 was the first time this project was implemented. For the Fall 2016 implementation, weplan to make several changes. One such change is developing an automatic wave generator tocreate uniform waves, which will minimize the nuisance of manual wave generation and itsinfluence on the results. We plan to give students

Conference Session

Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies: Aero and Mechanical Engineering

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mary Cardenas, Harvey Mudd College; R. Erik Spjut, Harvey Mudd College

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. b. Demonstrate the safe and proper use of computer-based and embedded-processor- based data acquisition systems. c. Demonstrate proper techniques for debugging/troubleshooting an experimental setup. d. Design, build, and fly a custom set of transducers to make engineering and/or scientific measurements. 2. Demonstrate experimental and analytical skills: a. Demonstrate the design/planning and completion of safe experiments to answer open-ended questions. b. Demonstrate manipulation and presentation of experimentally-obtained data to answer open-ended questions. c. Analyze and compare the results of mathematical and computer modeling of an

Conference Session

Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies: Classroom and Online Innovations

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Dominik May, TU Dortmund University; Claudius Terkowsky, TU Dortmund University; Tobias R. Ortelt, TU Dortmund University; A. Erman Tekkaya, TU Dortmund University

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proficiency) to “10” (highlevel of proficiency) in…1. …handling laboratory equipment, measurement tools and software for experimentation. (1)2. …identifying strengths and weaknesses of engineering specific theoretical models as a predicator for real material behavior. (2)3. …planning and executing common engineering experiments. (3)4. …converting raw data from experimentation to a technical meaningful form. (4)5. …applying appropriate methods of analysis to raw data. (4)6. …designing technical components or systems on Basis of experiments results. (5)7. …recognizing whether or not experiment results or conclusions based on them “make sense”. (6)8. …improving experimentation processes on basis of

Conference Session

Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies: Electrical and Control Engineering

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dustyn Roberts P.E., University of Delaware; Andrew Peter Borowski, University of Delaware

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when something in the implementation of an experiment doesn’t go as planned, andthere is no obvious logical reason [13]. The hardware, software, and implementation procedureall need to be robust enough that when things inevitable do go wrong, there is an obvious logicalreason, and instructors can work with students to get them past such setbacks. This is one areawhere the COTS systems shine.2.8 SafetyThe level of safety required is relative to the number of support staff available to administer agiven experiment. In the extreme case of portable or take-home labs, the experiments must besafe for unsupervised use [4].2.9 ExposureFrom the perspective of industry, exposure to multiple control systems is more useful than aslightly more in-depth

Conference Session

Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies: Laboratory Pedagogy

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Laura A. Garrison, York College of Pennsylvania; Timothy J. Garrison, York College of Pennsylvania

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develop the experiment themselves. There were no step-by-step procedures. The lab reports were then used to fulfill the task as targeted to the audiencerather than to report just methods, results, etc.The paper presents details on the both the 2014 and 2015 class structures with exampleassignments and reports. It also compares report grades from previous semesters to the gradesfrom the 2014 and 2015 formats. Results of a student survey and a concept quiz, as well asvarious observations about student performance, pitfalls, and planned modifications are alsoincluded.1. IntroductionOver the past few years, there has been increasing debate over the pros and cons of activelearning in the classroom and many have moved away from the traditional lecture

Conference Session

Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies: Best Papers

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cara J Poor P.E., University of Portland; Evan S Miller, GeoEngineers, Inc.

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improve conceptual understanding and critical thinking.Evan S Miller, GeoEngineers, Inc. Evan graduated from Washington State University with a masters in civil engineering with emphasis on water resources. Post graduation, Evan primarily works in the field of river and habitat restoration. Projects of this nature involve many areas of water resource engineering including hydrology, hydraulics, open channel design, one and two dimensional hydraulic modeling, AutoCAD and ArcGIS plan design, and project coordination. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 Hydrology experiment design: an open-ended lab to foster student engagement and critical

Conference Session

Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies: Classroom and Online Innovations

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nikki Larson, Western Washington University; Cecile Grubb, Western Washington University

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. A Guide to Workplace Safety and Health in Washington State; F416-132-000; Washington State Department of Labor & Industries, 2013. 3. About WISHA, DOSH, and OSHA. A-Z Safety & Health Topics, http://www.lni.wa.gov/safety/topics/atoz/about/default.asp (accessed Jan 31, 2016). 4. Frequently Asked Questions. Directorate of Cooperative and State Programs | State Plans, https://www.osha.gov/dcsp/osp/index.html (accessed Jan 31, 2016). 5. Larson, N.; Rasnack, W.; Hoekstra, N.; Boland, C.; Leone, E.; Santos, I.; Healy, K. R.; Chawla, T. S.; Schoepe, S. Development Of a Solvent-Based Prepreg Treater. In 2015 ASEE Annual Conference And Exposition; American Society of Engineering Education

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies: Classroom and Online Innovations

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nebojsa I. Jaksic, Colorado State University - Pueblo

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activities related to3D printing as common elements of the engineering design process in general, and rapidprototyping in particular. ABS and PLA 3D-printing materials were regarded as environmentallyresponsible products. Community involvement and appreciation of the sustainability efforts inthe department’s 3D-printing lab were unintended positive results.With further improvements of the desktop recycling system, new opportunities may arise. Forexample, the sustainable 3D-printing lab may accept 3D-printed recyclable materials from othereducational institutions in the area. Also, commercial applications could be developed to helprecycling efforts in 3D-printing shops and makerspaces. Further research is planned to includerecyclability

Conference Session

Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies: Electrical and Control Engineering

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jason Yao, East Carolina University; Brent Walter Reed

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to build the circuits with thecomplete schematics provided. More design components are planned in the future in order tochallenge the students and provide more active learning experience. In the second project, theblock diagram of the triangle waveform generator will be provided, but the detailed circuitdesign and part value need to be figured out by the students.ConclusionsThis paper presents the implementation of two hands-on circuit building projects in anElectronics course in a crowded general engineering curriculum. The students independentlycompleted the two sequential projects outside of class time. While it was observed to bechallenging for the students and the learning experience can be further improved, the assessmentresults show

Conference Session

Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies: Electrical and Control Engineering

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ismail Guvenc, Florida International University; Natalie Paul, Florida International University; Rhys Bowley, National Instruments; Maria Lorelei Fernandez, Florida International University

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approach for a multiuniversity course design. IEEE Transactions on Education, 45(2), 135-141. 10. Taslidere, E., Cohen, F. S., & Reisman, F. K. (2011). Wireless sensor networks - A hands-on modular experiments platform for enhanced pedagogical learning. IEEE Transactions on Education, 54(1), 24-33. 11. Dawy, Z., Husseini, A., Yaacoub, E., & Al-Kanj, L. (2010). A wireless communications laboratory on cell network planning. IEEE Transactions on Education, 53(4), 653-661. 12. Guzelgoz, S., & Arslan, H. (2010). A wireless communications systems laboratory course. IEEE Transactions on Education, 53(4), 532-541. 13. National Instruments. Introduction to Communications Teaching Bundle With 2X2 MIMO. http

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies: Electrical and Control Engineering

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Oscar Ortiz, LeTourneau University; Paul R. Leiffer P.E., LeTourneau University

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project.ConclusionsA radio-controlled race ca project was included in the first electronics lab for our EE students.Results showed that not all concepts from earlier courses were recognized and applied. Theseresults point to a need for finding new ways of teaching that will help the student recognize,understand and apply the engineering concepts learned from the freshman to the senior year. Theresults are not conclusive, since these are the results of the first year of the project. To obtainmore consistent data, the principal investigator plans to include similar projects in his electronicsclass for the following two years. The surveys will be improved to include questions that willintentionally focus on the concepts with weakest understanding. The results of

Conference Session

Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies: Laboratory Pedagogy

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Julianne Vernon, University of Michigan; Deborah E. Goldberg, University of Michigan; John P. Wolfe, University of Michigan

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;0.01Discussion and ConclusionThe implementation of the model was very successful overall. One important lesson however isthat we need to increase the flexibility in the syllabus so that students can repeat laboratoryexperiments when needed. This, of course, is not unlike what happens in authentic researchlaboratories. We also did not fully take into account the increase in laboratory prep time andstaffing needed in the original budget model. We plan to increase the number of researchstreams in Biology and Chemistry in future years.One important consideration in interpreting the results is that students apply, i.e., self-select, intothe research sections. A bias is formed when students self-select a group. This bias can be seenwhen the pre factors were

Conference Session

Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies: BYOE Session

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gerald W. Recktenwald, Portland State University

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parallel. This created opportunities for students to discuss how to planand execute the measurements, and what results to anticipate.DiscussionThe desktop heat transfer apparatus was tested for two different offerings of a junior-level heattransfer class for Mechanical Engineering students. We did not plan sufficiently ahead to obtainIRB approval that would allow us to report on assessment data collected during the exercise. Weconsider our first trials with this apparatus to be shakedown tests. We now know enough aboutthe performance of the apparatus and how students experience the exercise that we are preparedto design a structured assessment of student learning. Due to scheduling constraints, that outcomemeasurement will be delayed until the