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ECCD Innovative Teaching Applications

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wiaam Yasser Elkhatib, Students for the Exploration and Development of Space (SEDS) IUPUI Chapter; Peter J. Schubert, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis; Steven Anthony Zusack, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis; Emily Carol Rosales, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis; Austin C. Stanforth MS, IUPUI

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

analysis indicates the effect of altitude is minimal within the parameters ofthis study. Analysis of our data did not significantly demonstrate an improvement in solarproductivity at increased altitudes. However, the rigorous test methodology developed provides ameans for quantitative analysis in cities with greater levels of pollution relative to the city tested.The survey of students indicated a positive correlation between participation in the project andthe amount students felt they learned during the process.Introduction Many undergraduate lab courses in the science and engineering fields are designed tointroduce students to fundamental experimental techniques through guided laboratory tours, butmay not develop a student’s ability to

Conference Session

ECCD Innovative Teaching Applications

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chad Dunkel, University of Idaho; Ryan A Oliver, BP; Tao Xing P.E., University of Idaho, Moscow; Herbert L. Hess, University of Idaho, Moscow; Steven W. Beyerlein, University of Idaho, Moscow; Dev S. Shrestha, University of Idaho, Moscow; Russell Scott Smith, University of Idaho Energy Plant

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

-fluid areas using theoretical and computational fluid dynamics (CFD), including renewable energy (wind tur- bines), multi-phase flows, free-surface flows, ship hydrodynamics, quantitative verification and validation, heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning system. His teaching interests focus on integration of simulation technology into engineering courses and laboratories, developing effective formative and summative eval- uation methods, and developing innovative teaching modules toward achieving ABET learning outcomes.Dr. Herbert L. Hess, University of Idaho, Moscow Herb Hess is Professor of Electrical Engineering at the University of Idaho, where he teaches subjects in He received the PhD Degree from the

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Experiences in Teaching Energy Courses

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Dale Litwhiler, Pennsylvania State University, Berks; Thomas Gavigan, Penn State Berks; Brittany Farrell, Penn State Berks

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

received his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Drexel University in 1970 and his M.S. in Engineering Mechanics from Penn State in 1977. Mr. Gavigan teaches in the areas of Engineering Mechanics and Engineering Design.Brittany Farrell, Penn State Berks Brittany Farrell received her Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Penn State Hazleton in 2008. In May 2010 she will receive her Bachelor’s Degree in Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology from Penn State Berks. Following graduation, Brittany will be pursuing a career in alternative energy. Page 15.462.1© American

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Experiences in Teaching Energy Courses

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Timothy Skvarenina, Purdue University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

AC 2007-633: LESSONS LEARNED USING ELECTRONIC RESPONDERS IN APOWER AND CONTROLS COURSETimothy Skvarenina, Purdue University Dr. Skvarenina received the BSEE and MSEE degrees from the Illinois Institute of Technology and the Ph.D. in electrical engineering from Purdue University. He served 21 years in the U.S. Air Force, in a variety of engineering and teaching positions. In the fall of 1991, he joined the faculty of the College of Technology at Purdue University where he currently holds the rank of Professor and teaches undergraduate courses in electrical machines and power systems and serves as the department assessment coordinator. He has authored or coauthored over 30 papers in the areas

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ECCD Innovative Teaching Methods & Outreach

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Paul J. Weber, Lake Superior State University; Joseph P Moening, Lake Superior State University

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Diversity

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Energy concentration was developed at LakeSuperior State University (LSSU). This concentration is composed of courses such as powerelectronics, power transmission and distribution, and vehicle energy systems. In addition, a newcourse entitled Energy Systems & Sustainability was also developed for this concentration.This new Energy Systems & Sustainability course is designed to provide a broad overview andallows both engineering and non-engineering students to gain exposure to these areas. There isalso a separate laboratory course that is designed for the engineering students, and as suchcontains more technical detail. Only the lecture course is discussed in this work. The primaryobjectives for the course are for students to be able to

Conference Session

Experiences in Teaching Energy Courses

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brendan Egan, Milwaukee School of Engineering; Stephen Dechant, Milwaukee School of Engineering; Christopher Damm, Milwaukee School of Engineering

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

(CMU) has received funding to lay the groundwork for the creation of the Building as a PowerPlant (BAPP), a demonstration of what can be achieved in energy efficiency and on-site powergeneration. An architectural rendering of the proposed design, attached to the MargaretMorrison Hall of Fine Arts, is depicted in Figure 1.The six story, 64,000 square foot BAPP is to be built on the CMU campus to house classrooms,studios, laboratories, and offices for the College of Fine Arts2. The building will be selfsufficient, creating all of its heating, cooling, and electric needs via a cogeneration system.There have been several studies3,4,5 of overall efficiency and economic feasibility of cogenerationsystems. Gas Turbines, reciprocating engine-generator

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 1: Mechanical and CAD Track

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Nina T. Jones, University of Florida; Sean R. Niemi, University of Florida; Matthew J. Traum, Engineer Inc.

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

contract engineer at Engineer Inc., a Gainesville education enterprise that designs and distributes STEM laboratory kits to remote learners. She is currently working as an intern in an effort to expand her scope to the aerospace field.Dr. Sean R. Niemi, University of Florida Sean R. Niemi is a Lecturer in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at UF, and founder of the MERGE (MEchanical engineeRing desiGn pEdagogy) Lab focusing his research and teaching efforts on Capstone Design, Mechanical Design, Design for Manufacturing, and Instrumentation Design. Sean co-advises the UF Rocket Team (Swamp Launch), mentoring a group of interdisciplinary students in developing a 10,000 ft. apogee rocket for the

Conference Session

ECCD Applications

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ahmed Cherif Megri, North Carolina A&T State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Paper ID #14030Development of a Laboratory set-up interfacing Programmable Logic Con-troller (PLC), Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) and HVAC ApplicationsDr. Ahmed Cherif Megri, North Carolina A&T State University Dr. Ahmed Cherif Megri, Associate Professor of Architectural Engineering (AE). He teaches capstone, lighting, electrical, HVAC and energy design courses. He is the ABET Coordinator for the AE Program. His research areas include airflow modeling, zonal modeling, energy modeling, and artificial intelligence modeling using the support vector machine learning approach. Dr. Megri holds a PhD degree from INSA at

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Poster Session

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Radian G. Belu, Southern University and A&M College

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

in its nature. Power electronics design, modeling and analysis include circuit theory,electromagnetics, semiconductor devices, microprocessors, signal processing, control, simulation, heattransfer, electromagnetic compatibility and even artificial intelligence. The classical instruction approachis based on lectures and laboratories assisted by teachers. However, power electronics teaching is not aneasy task, due to subject complexity, difficulties and student motivation. A natural and efficient way ofteaching power electronics is the problem-oriented and project-based learning (PBL) approach. PBL, as aproblem-centered teaching motivates students to learn actively, bringing real professional world andrequirements closer to the student, is

Conference Session

Projects in Alternative Energy: Wind and Solar

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elena V. Brewer, Erie Community College; Anthony P. Dalessio, Erie Community College

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

electrical engineering from the State University of New York at Buffalo. His teaching interests include analog and digital electronics, wireless communications, and renewable energy. Page 25.504.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2012 Effective Low-Budget Approach to Teaching Photovoltaic Systems to Electrical Engineering Technology Students at Community CollegesAbstractThis paper presents a unique approach to introduction of the photovoltaic course andcorresponding laboratory into the Electrical Engineering Technology program at the two

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 3: Education Track

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Herbert L. Hess, University of Idaho

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

, provided as an alumni gift, make for an experiencethat student find to provide them an advantage in their first round of job interviews and on theirfirst career positions.References[1] Herbert L. Hess, Joseph D. Law, and Brian K. Johnson, “New three-Level UndergraduateCurriculum for Teaching Electrical Energy Subjects,” Annual Conference of the AmericanSociety for Engineering Education, Salt Lake City, June 2004, pp. 9.945.1-9.945-8.[2] Herbert L. Hess, “The Minty Boost® as an Exciting Laboratory Experience in LearningPower Electronics and Instrumentation,” Annual Conference of the American Society forEngineering Education, Seattle, June 2015, pp. 26.1581.1-26.1581.10.[3] Daniel W. Hart, Power Electronics, First Edition (New York: McGraw-Hill

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Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session on Solar

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kenneth Walz, Madison Area Technical College; Joel B. Shoemaker, Madison Area Technical College; Scott Liddicoat, Green Bay Southwest High School; Cris Folk, Madison College

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Diversity

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

weredeveloped and delivered with the assistance of the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, SolarEnergy International, the Wisconsin K-12 Energy Education Program, and the Colorado Schoolof Mines Teacher Enhancement Program. Additional financial support was provided by theWisconsin Distributed Resources Collaborative. Dr. Penny and Chuck Billman of REGSConsulting provided data gathering and analysis to assess the impact of this work, and additionalevaluation insights have been provided by Dr. Jean Sando. Thanks also to the faculty memberswhose work is profiled in this report. Their efforts to teach the next generation of renewableenergy consumers and professionals are an inspiration for us all.References[1] SPE. Global Market Outlook for Solar Power

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ECCD Technical Session 3: Energy and Multidisciplinary

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Claudia Torres Garibay, Oregon Institute of Technology; Jessica Kerby, Oregon Institute of Technology; Andrew Powers Minigan, Right Question Institute

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

of Technology (Mexico, 1996). Dr. Torres Garibay has taught several courses and laboratories at both Klamath Falls and Portland-Metro campuses, and served in various administrative positions, including department chair and program director.Jessica Kerby, Oregon Institute of Technology First year graduate student in the Renewable Energy Engineering program at the Oregon Institute of Technology. Previous Master of Science in Physics from the University of Cincinnati, Ohio.Mr. Andrew Powers Minigan, The Right Question Institute Andrew P. Minigan is the Right Question Institute’s (RQI) Director of Strategy. He facilitates active learn- ing experiences for educators, faculty, researchers, and students in both K-12 and

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Teaching Courses in Renewable Energy Systems

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Arthur Haman, University of Detroit Mercy; Robert Ross, University of Detroit Mercy; Mark Schumack, University of Detroit Mercy; Will Wittig, University of Detroit Mercy; David Chew, University of Detroit Mercy; Krysten Dzwigalski, University of Detroit Mercy; Chris Keimig; Meghann Mouyianis, University of Detroit Mercy; Tim Rourke, University of Detroit Mercy

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

AC 2007-455: A STUDENT-CENTERED SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAICINSTALLATION PROJECTArthur Haman, University of Detroit Mercy In his fifty years at the University Arthur C. Haman has progressed through the academic ranks to his current position of Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Associate Dean for Operations. His industrial experience was acquired as a Structures and Armaments engineer at Northrup Aviation and as an engineer in the Scientific Laboratory of the Ford Motor Company. He has also held visiting professorships at what was Carnegie Institute of Technology and Dartmouth College. His current interests are in thermodynamics and internal combustion engines.Robert Ross, University of Detroit Mercy

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Teaching Courses in Renewable Energy Systems

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Samuel Lakeou, University of the District of Columbia; Esther Ososanya, University of the District of Columbia; Ben Latigo, University of the District of Columbia; Sisay Beru, University of the District of Columbia; Mamadou Keita, University of the District of Columbia; Steven Omoijunanfo, University of the District of Columbia

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

AC 2007-2346: DESIGN OF A RENEWABLE ENERGY BASED POWER SYSTEMFOR A ZERO-ENERGY VISITORS' CENTERSamuel Lakeou, University of the District of Columbia Samuel Lakeou received a BSEE (1974) and a MSEE (1976) from the University of Grenoble (Universite Joseph Fourier), and a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the Ecole Nationale d’Electronique et de Radioelectricite de Grenoble of the National Polytechnic Institute of Grenoble, France, in 1978. He is currently a Professor and Chair of the department of electrical engineering at UDC. He was formerly staff member at the New Products Laboratory of RCA’s Consumer Electronics Division in Indianapolis, IN (1984-86).Esther Ososanya, University of the District

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session on Conservation and Optimization

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Farshid Zabihian, California State University, Sacramento

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Paper ID #23844Work in Progress: Research-based Teaching in Undergraduate ThermofluidMechanical Engineering Courses in a Primary Undergraduate UniversityDr. Farshid Zabihian, California State University, Sacramento Farshid Zabihian, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Department of Mechanical Engineering California State Uni- versity, Sacramento Education: Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering,Ryerson University, 2011 M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Iran University of Science and Technology, 1998 B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Amir Kabir University of Technology, 1996 Authored or coauthored more than 70 papers in Journals and peer-reviewed

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ECCD Technical Session 4: Energy and Analysis

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Lisa Bosman, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Jennifer Brinker, Northeast Wisconsin Technical College; Kenneth Walz, Madison Area Technical College

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Diversity

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Paper ID #29546A comparison of the renewable energy and energy storage sectors inGermany and the United States, with recommendations for engineeringteaching practices.Dr. Lisa Bosman, Purdue University-Main Campus, West Lafayette (College of Engineering) Dr. Bosman holds a PhD in Industrial Engineering. Her research interests include STEM Education and the Impacts of Technology on Society. Within the realm of STEM Education, she has done a variety of work in areas including teaching the entrepreneurial mindset, competency-based learning, self-regulated learning, transdisciplinary education, integrating the humanities into

Conference Session

Miscellaneous Topics in Energy Education

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ryan L. Falkenstein-Smith, Syracuse University; Jeongmin Ahn, Syracuse University; Kang Wang

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

digital temperature controller, tabletop coating system with ultrasonic spraying system,piston extruder, and other supplementary equipment were all needed for the fuel cell fabrication.The performances of fuel cells were tested using an available power source meter also runningunder Labview. Each group was able to utilize all of the COMER laboratories’ equipment through theassigned experiments. In order to fully understand how to operate the fabrication machines,groups were paired with a teaching assistant who had extensive experience with the specificmachine. For each experiment, the teaching assistant would discuss with groups the broad idea ofhow certain aspects of the experiment related to fuel cell sciences, then go on to show the

Conference Session

Electrical Energy Courses - Labs and Projects

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yazan Alsmadi, Ohio State University ; Kaichien Tsai, Ohio State University; Mark J. Scott, Ohio State University; Longya Xu, Ohio State University; Aimeng Wang

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Electronics and Motor Drives EducationABSTRACTThis paper presents a new Power Electronics and Motor Drives Laboratory at the Ohio StateUniversity (OSU). The laboratory implemented an alternative style of teaching referred to as an“Open Space Laboratory.” In this approach, students are provided with all the facilities to dotheir laboratory work in an openly available work space that can be accessed at a time that isconvenient for them. However, due to safety considerations, the implementation at OSU stillincludes one instructor and at least one lab-monitor to manage potential personnel and equipmentsafety issues.This lab course is designed for college seniors and graduate students. It includes a unique set ofexperiments

Conference Session

Outreach Projects and General Energy Education

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Valentina Cecchi, Drexel University; Michael Kleinberg, Drexel University; Milo Tong, Drexel University; Bridget Kleinberg, Drexel University; Karen Miu, Drexel University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Annual Conference and Exposition, June 22-25, 2003.[11] National Instruments, SCXI-1001 User Manual, Texas, 1996.[12] National Instruments, NI-DAQ User Manual for PC Compatibles, Texas, 1995.[13] Likert, R. "A Technique for the Measurement of Attitudes" Archives of Psychology 140, 55, 1932[14] Redfield, R., Self, B., “New Approaches in Teaching Undergraduate Dynamics,” Proc. of the 2001ASEE Conference & Exposition, Albuquerque, NM. 2001[15] Kellogg R., Mann J., Dieterich A., “Developing and using rubrics to evaluate subjective Engineering laboratory and design reports,” Proc. of the 2001ASEE Conference & Exposition, Albuquerque, NM. 2001.[16] Boy Scout Merit Badge Requirement, Electricity [http://www.meritbadge.com/mb/043.htm]. 2

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Novel Applications of Computers/Software in Energy Education

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Liping Guo, University of Northern Iowa; Recayi 'Reg' Pecen

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

) software package is used toaccompany the teaching of a power electronics application course. PSCAD is a software packagefor power system simulations developed by Manitoba HVDC Research Centre1. Free trial andstudent versions are offered on the web site at www.pscad.com. This is especially attractive forstudents because they are able to download the software on their personal computer and work onthe simulation before or after the laboratory. PSCAD results are solved as instantaneous valuesin time, but can be converted to phasor magnitudes and angles via built-in transducer andmeasurement functions. This is very similar to how real system measurements are performed,such as rms meters and Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) spectrum analyzers. The

Conference Session

Learning about Electric Energy Conversion

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ilya Grinberg, Buffalo State College; Carl Spezia, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale; Herbert Hess, University of Idaho

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

AC 2008-931: ELECTRIC MACHINES PROJECT ACTIVITIES USING MATHCADE-BOOKIlya Grinberg, Buffalo State CollegeCarl Spezia, Southern Illinois University-CarbondaleHerbert Hess, University of Idaho Page 13.476.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Electric Machines Project Activities Using a MathCAD® E-BookAbstractRecent software advances have made a wide variety of computer-based learning tools availablefor teaching induction motor theory. These tutorials and visualizations typically target specificfundamental topics, require detailed knowledge of the development software to produce, andprovide a rudimentary connection with other relevant practical topics like

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Electrical Energy Courses, Labs, and Projects II

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Herbert L. Hess, University of Idaho, Moscow; Brian Peterson, U.S. Air Force Academy; Susan Elmore, US Air Force Academy ; Al DUPE Mundy, United States Air Force Academy

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

concepts and methods and enthusiasm for learning.Equipment DevelopmentA search of relevant literature quickly reinforces the notion that equipment for this training isusually developed in-house. This is true of universities, community colleges, technical institutes,and even on-line training. Much of the equipment is large, highly realistic, and definitely notportable.Universities and community colleges have developed equipment to teach electrical code in arealistic fashion. At the Milwaukee School of Engineering, there is a laboratory with a nicerange of electrical panels for teaching distribution wiring. The laboratory focuses primarily onthe motor loads. Students get a strong experience in investigating existing installations and inbuilding

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session on Conservation and Optimization

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Radian G. Belu, Southern University and A&M College; Lucian Ionel Cioca, Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu; Richard Chiou, Drexel University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

isour strong beliefs that the publication of appropriate smart grid textbooks has positive impacts onsmart grids education. However, in order to upgrade, restructure and improve our powerengineering courses, an integrative approach and co-active teaching methodologies are employedso that the course can effectively offer students a complete view of modern power industry.3. Project Challenges and Project DevelopmentMajor challenges faced with this project are the lack of adequate laboratory facilities, softwarelicenses, properly trained teaching assistants and longer time since such power engineeringcourses were offered. However, the project feedbacks from alumni and industry wereoverwhelmingly positive and supportive. We have also have to keep

Conference Session

New Concepts for Alternative and Renewable Energy Courses

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Radian G Belu, Drexel University (Tech.)

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

seems maybe the only effective and feasiblesolution. There is a need for new learning tools and practical experiences which can now be metby new teaching methods, such as virtual learning. In recent years due to the Internet advances,and the fast development of computer technologies, E-Learning has been well accepted in manydifferent education areas and at many universities. Computing and communication technologyhave had a significant impact on engineering education, improving online, distance, andcollaborative learning, as well as the use of the virtual and remote experiments, laboratories andsimulations. On the other hand, the renewable energy technology has a great development rateand it is mandatory also for professionals, engineers, and

Conference Session

Innovative Energy Projects

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Steven R. Walk, Old Dominion University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Chemistry Curriculum, Journal of Chemical Education, v88 n8 p1069-1073 Aug 2011.2. Tichenor, Linda L. (1997), Student-Designed Physiology Laboratories, Journal of College Science Teaching, v26 n3 p175-81 Dec-Jan 1996-97.3. Reeve, Anne McElwee (2004), A Discovery-Based Friedel-Crafts Acylation Experiment: Student-Designed Experimental Procedure, Journal of Chemical Education, v81 n10 p1497 Oct 2004.4. Mays, Timothy W., Boggs, Joshua T., Hill, Thomas E., Warren, David B., Kaewkornmaung, Pongsakorm, Student designed experiments in a traditional mechanics of materials laboratory course, ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Conference Proceedings, p 13207-13213, 2005.5. Hanson, John; Hoyt, Tim, (2002) Unknown gases: Student

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Miscellaneous Topics in Energy Education

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University; Keith L. Coogler, Sam Houston State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

are developingalternative energy related curricula such as classes, projects, training, and certification programs.Renewable energy (RE) teaching systems and projects help students to better comprehendcomplex concepts by including a renewable energy project or series of laboratory experiments.The importance of experiential activities such as laboratory sessions is highlighted by manyauthors [4-8].Energy knowledge and renewable energy based projects are important in order to preparestudents to be competitive for careers in the growing fields of energy related engineering,science, and technology for the future. Preliminary projections from the Bureau of LaborStatistics state that the number of expected energy related green jobs is expected to

Conference Session

Trends in Energy Conversion and Conservation

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Radian Belu, Wayne State University; Alexandru Belu, Wayne State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

.2.1 Web-based Learning and Instruction Support System.A web-based learning and instructional support system and materials will be developed forthese two courses. The support system for these courses will include course materials, remotedata acquisition modules, and simulations/laboratory experiments1,2. The course materials arein a HTML format and accompanied with text, diagrams and images, simulation programs,and computer aided analysis and design tools. This Web-based learning and instructionsupport will be used to assist with the instruction, distance learning, laboratory practice andhybrid power systems, computer aided analysis and design. There are many reasons to use theInternet as a support in teaching this course. First, the

Conference Session

Energy Learning through Simulation and Analysis

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David McDonald, Lake Superior State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

2006-1957: SIMULATION LEARNING EXPERIENCES IN ENERGYCONVERSION WITH SIMULINK AND SIM POWER SYSTEMSDavid McDonald, Lake Superior State University David McDonald has over thirty years of teaching experience in electrical engineering and engineering technology. Recent teaching has been in electrical machines, signal processing, and control systems. Page 11.1131.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2006 SIMULATION LEARNING EXPERIENCES IN ENERGY CONVERSION WITH SIMULINK AND SIMPOWERSYSTEMSAbstractThe paper discusses introducing simulation into

Conference Session

ECCD - Technical Session 1 - Energy & Electrical Engineering

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Radian G. Belu, Southern University and A&M College; Lucian Ionel Cioca, Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

, professionals and researchers areimproving the program quality, course contents, experiments, laboratory structure or projecttopics, while in the same time advancing the power and energy engineering education throughthe introduction of new topics, new or updated laboratory experiments or new applications, aswell the development of new course materials, helping the instructors, especially the youngerones interested in education research and teaching in this complex engineering area.References1. NAE, “21 Century's Grand Engineering Challenges”, February 2008, http://national-academies.org (Accessed in October 2018).2. Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007, available at http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgibin/ getdoc.cgi?dbname