Conference Session

Recruitment, Retention, and First-Year Programs in ECE

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James J. Sluss Jr., University of Oklahoma; Chad Eric Davis, University of Oklahoma; Mark B. Yeary, University of Oklahoma

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Electrical and Computer

processes. Dr. Davis is a licensed private pilot and performs research primarily in areas related to aviation. His current research at OU involves the design and development of a new GPS Ground Based Augmentation System utilizing feedback control and the design of instrumentation and data acquisition for navigational systems. Additionally, he serves as the ECE recruiting coordinator and one of the primary academic advisers for ECE students.Mark B. Yeary, University of Oklahoma Mark B. Yeary (S’95M’00SM’03) received the B.S. (honors), M.S., and Ph.D. degrees from the Depart- ment of Electrical Engineering, Texas A&M University (TAMU), College Station, in 1992, 1994, and 1999, respectively. Following his graduation

Conference Session

New Trends in ECE Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Juan F. Arratia, Interamerican University of Puerto Rico; Martina Y. Trucco, Hewlett-Packard Labs; Luis F. Font, Ana G. Mendez University System

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Electrical and Computer

mathematicsteachers from Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands with workshops, teaching/learningstrategies and research experiences; improve student support research infrastructure, providestrong student support to increase retention and graduation; successfully transfer 40% of BSgraduates into graduate school; provide pre-college research activities for 1,008 students; impact1,200 economically-disadvantaged community members with careers in computing-related areas;and disseminate the Alliance’s model and best practices to other institutions in the Caribbean andnationwide.This paper will present the outcomes of the grant after one year of implementation in the areas ofpre-college research, Saturday research academy, and summer research program

Conference Session

Capstone Design Projects in ECE

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

George York, U.S. Air Force Academy; Daniel J. Pack, U.S. Air Force Academy

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Electrical and Computer

AC 2011-187: MULTI-DISCIPLINARY CAPSTONE DESIGN PROJECT:AN UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM (UAS) FOR VEHICLE TRACK-INGGeorge York, U.S. Air Force Academy George York, PhD, PE, became an Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the United States Air Force Academy, CO, in 2005. He received his PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Washington in 1999. His research interests include the cooperative control of intelligent systems, digital signal processing, and embedded computer systems. He is a Senior Member IEEE.Daniel J. Pack, U.S. Air Force Academy Director of Academy Cetner for Unmanned Aircraft Systems, Professor of Electrical and Computer En- gineering

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Teaching Analog and Digital Communication: Novel Ideas for Lecture Courses, Laboratories, and Projects

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bruce E. Dunne, Grand Valley State University; Codie Wilson, Grand Valley State University

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Electrical and Computer

. degree in Electrical Engineering from Grand Valley State Uni- versity. While at MSU, he worked as a network support assistant for four school years. During the summer of 2008, he held a full-time summer position at GE Healthcare working with computer virtual- ization technologies. Graduate assistantship work while at GVSU includes control system design, digital communications and digital signal processing. Current research involves time-frequency analysis of EMG signals in children with cerebral palsy. Page 22.1691.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011

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New Trends in ECE Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Paul G. Flikkema, Northern Arizona University; Kenji Ryan Yamamoto, Northern Arizona University; Carol Haden, Magnolia Consulting, LLC; Jeff Frolik, University of Vermont; Tom Weller, University of South Florida

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Electrical and Computer

howeffectively the project helps students build critical systems-thinking skills, and the challenges ofadopting resources for fast-tracking the development of new laboratory projects.IntroductionThe notion of systems thinking is well-known, but views vary on its specific definition1,2. Forexample, the systems dynamics community emphasizes understanding the temporal dynamics ofinterconnected parts, including the effects of feedback and emergent behaviors, via conceptualand simulation models3. Others have emphasized design in a broader context, includingassessment of societal impacts and awareness of economic and societal goals4.In our practice-oriented view, systems thinking is already pervasive across engineeringdisciplines, highly valued in industry

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Technology in the ECE Classroom

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Jakob Fritz, Oklahoma State University; Wira Mulia, Oklahoma State University; Sohum Sohoni, Oklahoma State University; Kerri S. Kearney, Oklahoma State University; Mwarumba Mwavita, Oklahoma State University

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Electrical and Computer

overall design. It is during this phase that general instruction over computerarchitecture is provided in a lecture format. Teams are asked to learn about material relevant totheir part of the design, create block diagrams, fully define signals that impact other teams, anddocument all of their work on the course Wiki. At the end of the research phase, teams deliverformal presentations of their findings. Other students, as well as an assessment board made up ofthe instructor, other knowledgeable instructors, and key graduate students, are also present forthe presentation. The assessment board is responsible for assessing the team on the effectivenessand clarity of communication of their part of the design, as well as their understanding of

Conference Session

Recruitment, Retention, and First-Year Programs in ECE

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hector A. Ochoa, University of Texas, Tyler; Mukul Shirvaikar, University of Texas, Tyler

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Electrical and Computer

Shirvaikar is the Chair and Professor of Electrical Engineering at the University of Texas at Tyler, where he develops curriculum and laboratories in computer engineering. Prior to this he worked at Texas Instruments specializing in real time imaging systems. Dr. Shirvaikar graduated with his doc- torate from the University of Tennessee. He also has a M.S. degree from the University of Maine, and a B.Tech. from Banaras Hindu University, India. His current research interests include real time imaging and engineering education. Page 22.1455.1 c American Society for Engineering Education

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Experiential Learning in ECE

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kathleen Meehan, Virginia Tech; Robert W. Hendricks, Virginia Tech; Cortney V. Martin, Virginia Tech; Peter Doolittle, Virginia Tech; Richadr Lee Clark, Virginia Western Community College

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Electrical and Computer

classes indicated that LiaB wasuseful to demonstrate AC and DC circuits in practical applications and for their development andconfidence as a future electrical or computer engineer. Table 3 shows agreement with relatedstatements by course (post-course survey). A total of 86% of ECE 2074 students and 74% of theECE 3074 students agreed or strongly agreed that LiaB projects were very important to theirprofessional preparation. Results show strong support for inclusion of this hands-on approach.Time on task. On average, students in ECE 2074 reported spending 5.7 hours (n=80, sd=2.8) onthe LiaB projects, including validation time. The numbers were similar in ECE 3074, with amean of 5.3 hours (n=38, sd=2.2)DiscussionThe assessment was designed to

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Innovations in Power Engineering Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Seyed Mousavinezhad, Idaho State University, (first, corresponding author)

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Electrical and Computer

theexchange of ideas and best practices; and improve communication with engineeringprofessionals, industry, government, and others. With a strong need by the industry for the nextgeneration of power engineering professionals, ECEDHA provides the necessary link to theleaders formulating the university curricula and working to achieve support to further research inthis area.Attendees at the workshop were a combination of individuals from industry and governmentinvited by the workshop organizers, as well as delegates nominated by ECEDHA member Page 22.546.6institutions. Workshop attendees were invited based on their qualifications to contribute to

Conference Session

ABET Accreditation, Assessment, and Program Improvement in ECE

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John K. Estell, Ohio Northern University; Stephen M. Williams, Milwaukee School of Engineering

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Electrical and Computer

specific comments on issues that survey respondents and others provide, outside the structure of the alumni/industry surveys. This includes perceived shortcomings in the program from their perspective.” • “The faculty listens carefully to the employers of their graduates. Alumni who are employers as well have a very significant impact.” • “Many employers are pleased with the process we go through in program improvement. They often wish that students were more familiar with the ABET program assessment process since is it so similar to many industrial QC/QM processes.” • “Deficiencies in student learning.” • “Engaged faculty provides the best feedback for continuous improvement. Cluster or

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New Trends in ECE Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bill Yang, Western Carolina University; Robert D. Adams, Western Carolina University; Aaron K. Ball, Western Carolina University

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Electrical and Computer

,” ASEESoutheast Section Conference, 2008.9. Diefes-Dux, H.A., Moore, T., Zawojewski, J., Imbrie, P.K., and Follman, D., “A framework for posing open-ended engineering problems: model-eliciting activities,” Frontiers in Education, 2004. FIE 2004. 34th Annual, pp.F1A- 3-8, 2004.10. Hughes, J.L.A. , “Incorporating project engineering and professional practice into the major design experience,”Frontiers in Education Conference, 2001. 31st Annual , vol.3, pp.F3G-16-2, 2001.11. Soundarajan, N. , “Engineering Criteria 2000: the impact on engineering education,” Frontiers in EducationConference, 1999. FIE '99. 29th Annual , vol.1, pp.11A1/25-11A1/30, 1999.12. Prince,M., and Hoyt, B., “Helping students make the transition from novice to expert problem-solvers

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New Developments in Teaching Electromagnetics and Related Topics

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Madeleine Andrawis, South Dakota State University

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Electrical and Computer

students graduating from SDSU are required to take the FE examin their senior year as part of their graduation requirements. In addition, tips from personalexperience and best practices on implementing AL in teaching Electromagnetics are alsopresented.Definition of Active LearningAL is generally defined as the use of “instructional activities involving students in doing thingsand thinking about what they are doing” 2. The focus of AL is on student learning rather thanfaculty teaching 3. The responsibility for learning is the student’s who actively engages with thecontent and is cognitively active in the learning process. AL is an approach to teaching andlearning which enlists strategies including but not limited to: reading, writing, discussing