Conference Session

Issues in ET Education II

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Barry Dupen, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #9101How to Improve a Textbook with Engineering Technology StudentsDr. Barry Dupen, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne Dr. Dupen is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology at Indiana University – Pur- due University Fort Wayne (IPFW). He has 9 years’ experience as a metallurgist, materials engineer, and materials laboratory manager in the automotive industry. His primary interests lie in materials engineer- ing, mechanics, and engineering technology education. He is also an experienced contra dance caller

Conference Session

ETAC/ABET RELATED OUTCOME BASED ISSUES

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Daniel K. Jones P.E., SUNYIT; Mohammed Abdallah, SUNYIT

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #5934Assessment of Communication and Teamwork Skills in Engineering Technol-ogy ProgramsDr. Daniel K. Jones Ph.D., P.E. P.E., SUNYIT Dr. Jones is Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology and Chair of the Engineering Technology Department at SUNYIT in Utica, NY. He coordinates the ETAC/ABET accrediations pro- cesses. His technical interests include machine design, mechancial measurements, vibrations, instrumen- tation, and assistive technology for people with physical disabilities.Dr. Mohammed Abdallah, SUNYIT

Conference Session

Software Applications in ET Programs

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

jai p agrawal, Purdue University, Calumet (Tech); Omer Farook, Purdue University Calumet (College of Technology)

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #6601A CASE FOR PYTHON SCRIPTING IN UNDERGRADUATE ENGINEER-ING TECHNOLOGYDr. jai p agrawal, Purdue University, Calumet (Tech)Prof. Omer Farook, Purdue University, Calumet (Tech) Page 23.22.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2013 A CASE FOR PYTHON SCRIPTING IN UNDERGRADUATE ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGYAbstractThis paper presents a new course in Python Programming in the undergraduate program ofstudy in Engineering/Technology/Science. Motive behind using Python is that it is a pro

Conference Session

Student Learning and Teamwork

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Martin John Wagner, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis; Barbara L Christe, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis; Eugenia Fernandez, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis

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Engineering Technology

AC 2012-3937: COMPARING FIRST-YEAR ENGINEERING TECHNOL-OGY PERSISTERS AND NON-PERSISTERSMr. Martin John Wagner, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis Martin J. Wagner is a graduate student in the Purdue School of Engineering and Technology at IUPUI. He is working on his master’s of science in technology. He is an IT Project Leader for Indiana University. He is also Adjunct Faculty for the IUPUI Kelley School of Business.Prof. Barbara Christe, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis Barbara Christe is an Associate Professor and Program Director for biomedical engineering technology at Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis. Prior to teaching, Christe was a Clinical Engineer at the

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Curriculum Issues

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chih-Ping Yeh, Wayne State University; Gene Yeau-Jian Liao, Wayne State University; William Stark, Macomb Community College

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Engineering Technology

AC 2012-3266: DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF DEGREEPROGRAMS IN ELECTRIC DRIVE VEHICLE TECHNOLOGYDr. Chih-Ping Yeh, Wayne State University Chih-Ping Yeh received his B.S. degree in electronic engineering from Taiwan, M.S. degree in biomedical eEngineering from Northwestern University in Evanston, Ill., and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in electrical en- gineering from Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas. Prior to joining Wayne State University, he worked as Senior System Engineer and Data Analysis Specialist in the defense industry. Currently, he is the Director and Chair of the Division of Engineering Technology at WSU. His current research in- terests are in electric drive vehicle technology and advanced

Conference Session

Computer and Informtion Technology-related Issues

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Warren Rosen, Drexel University; M. Eric Carr, Drexel University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2012-4164: A GRADUATE ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY COURSEIN NETWORKS FOR THE INDUSTRIAL ENVIRONMENTDr. Warren Rosen, Drexel University Warren A. Rosen received his Ph.D. in physics from Temple University in 1978. Between 1978 and 1985, Rosen served as Assistant Professor of physics at Colby and Vassar colleges, where he carried out research in optical physics, solar physics, and medical physics. From 1985 to 1996, he worked at the Naval AirWarfare Center, Aircraft Division in Warminster, Penn., where he established an optical communications laboratory for development and characterization of optical components, systems, and protocols for high-performance avionics data networks. Rosen is currently an Assistant Clinical

Conference Session

Capstone and Design Projects in Engineering Technology

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Biswajit Ray, Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania

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Engineering Technology

AC 2012-4858: A PROBLEM-SOLVING AND PROJECT-BASED INTRO-DUCTION TO ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY COURSEDr. Biswajit Ray, Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania Biswajit Ray is a professor and Program Coordinator of the Electronics Engineering Technology program at Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania. He is active in industrial consulting in the area of power electronics. Page 25.92.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2012 A Problem-Solving and Project Based Introduction to Engineering Technology CourseAbstractThe motivation and implementation of an

Conference Session

Computer and Informtion Technology-related Issues

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Suranjan Panigrahi, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Ken Burbank, Purdue University, Statewide Technology

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Engineering Technology

AC 2012-5128: A STRATEGIC ANALYSIS OF GRADUATE PROGRAMSIN ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGYDr. Suranjan Panigrahi, Purdue University, West Lafayette Suranjan Panigrahi is a professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology at Purdue University. Prior to joining the faculty at Purdue, he was a Full Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Biosysetms Engineering at North Dakota State University, Fargo. He has guided 15 M.S. and eight Ph.D. students as their major Academic Advisor. He is the author/co-author of more than 110 technical papers, referred publications, patents, and technical notes. He is a member of ASEE and other professional organizations.Dr. Ken Burbank, Purdue University

Conference Session

Robotics and Automation

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yonghui Wang, Prairie View A&M University; Yubin Lan, USDA ARS; Jian-ao Lian, Prairie View A&M University; Suxia Cui, Prairie View A&M University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2012-5398: BROADEN ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY STUDENTS’KNOWLEDGE THROUGH HANDS-ON WITH MOTION ROBOTICSDr. Yonghui Wang, Prairie View A&M University Yonghui Wang received a B.S. degree in technical physics from Xidian University, Xi’an, China, in 1993, a M.S. degree in electrical engineering from Beijing Polytechnic University, Beijing, China, in 1999, and a Ph.D. degree in computer engineering from Mississippi State University, Starkville, Miss., in 2003. From 1993 to 1996, he was an Engineer with the 41st Electrical Research Institute, Bengbu, China. From July 1999 to Dec. 1999, he worked as an IT Specialist in IBM China, Beijing, China. From 2000 to 2003, he was a Research Assistant with the Visualization

Conference Session

Interdisciplinary Education in Engineering Technology

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Huiru Shih P.E., Jackson State University; Gordon W. Skelton, Jackson State University; Pao-Chiang Yuan, Jackson State University; Jessica Buck Ph.D., Jackson State University; Britney M. Williams, Jackson State University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2012-3078: THE DEVELOPMENT OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENTTECHNOLOGY PROGRAM AT JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITYDr. HuiRu Shih P.E., Jackson State University HuiRu (H.R.) Shih is a professor of technology at Jackson State University (JSU). He received his Ph.D. degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Missouri. Shih is a registered Professional Engineer and a member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).Dr. Gordon W. Skelton, Jackson State University Gordon Skelton, professor and Interim Chair of the Department of Computer Science, is Director of the Center for Defense Integrated Data at Jackson State University. His research focuses on the develop- ment of intelligent GIS applications for

Conference Session

Recruitment and Retention Matters in Engineering Technology

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brian P. DeJong, Central Michigan University; Dru M. Wilson Wilson, Central Michigan University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2012-4684: USING COLLABORATIVE PEDAGOGY TO RECRUIT TECH-NOLOGY STUDENTS FROM FIRST-YEAR ENGINEERINGDr. Brian P. DeJong, Central Michigan University Brian P. DeJong is an Assistant Professor of mechanical engineering in the School of Engineering and Technology at Central Michigan University (CMICH), winner of CMICH’s 2010 College of Science & Technology Outstanding Teaching Award. He received his Ph.D. in mechanical engineering from Northwestern University in 2007. His research interests include auditory occupancy grids, teleoperation interfaces, lower-limb exercise robots, and engineering education.Dr. Dru M. Wilson Wilson, Central Michigan University Dru M. Wilson is an Associate Professor at Central

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Futuristic Planning

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mert Bal, Miami University

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Engineering Technology

and education, development of intelligent manufacturing control systems, and real-time localization in wireless sensor networks. Bal is currently a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Miami University, Department of Engineering Technology, at the Hamilton campus. He teaches undergraduate courses in the areas of computerized instrumentation, electromechanical control, industrial automation, and computer-aided manufacturing. Page 25.1461.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2012 Virtual Manufacturing Laboratory Experiences for Distance Learning Courses

Conference Session

Robotics and Automation II

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Guanghsu A. Chang, Western Carolina University

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #7144Machine Design Experience in a Manufacturing Engineering Technology Pro-gramDr. Guanghsu A. Chang, Western Carolina University Dr. Guanghsu A. Chang is currently an associate professor of the Engineering and Technology Depart- ment at Western Carolina University. He has spent the last 21 years in teaching industrial and manufactur- ing engineering program. His research interests involve the study of robotic applications, manufacturing automation, Design for Assembly (DFA), and Case-Based Reasoning (CBR) applications. He was a vice president of Southern Minnesota APICS (2009-2012). He holds both MSIE, and

Conference Session

ETD Design IV: Construction and Civil Engineering Technology

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Barry Dupen, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne; Regina Leffers, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-706: THE COLUMBIA CITY TRAILHEAD: A COLLABORA-TIVE CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY CAPSTONE EX-PERIENCEBarry Dupen, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne Dr. Dupen is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology at Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW). He has 9 years’ experience as a metallurgist, materials engineer, and ma- terials laboratory manager in the automotive industry. His primary interests lie in materials engineering, mechanics, and engineering technology education. He is an experienced contra dance caller.M. Regina Leffers, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne Regina Leffers, Ph.D. is the Director of the Center for the Built Environment and

Conference Session

Assessment Methods and Learning Pedagogy II

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Melissa I. Zelaya, Clemson University; Melissa Dorlette-Paul, Clemson University; Elaine L. Craft, Florence-Darlington Technical College; Anand K. Gramopadhye, Clemson University; Carey W. Castle, Greenville Technical College

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-1835: TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION E-LEARNING MODEL: THESOUTH CAROLINA PARTNERSHIPMelissa I. Zelaya, Clemson University Melissa I. Zelaya is a doctoral candidate at Clemson University. She received her B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Clemson in 2005.Melissa Dorlette-Paul, Clemson UniversityElaine L. Craft, Florence-Darlington Technical College Elaine L. Craft, MBA (University of South Carolina) and BS Chemical Engineering (University of Missis- sippi), has served as Director of the South Carolina Advanced Technological (SC ATE) Center of Excel- lence since 1994. Currently, she is also a Co-PI for the SC ATE National Resource Center for Expanding Excellence in Technician Education. Craft is also founder and

Conference Session

Interdisciplinary Education in Engineering Technology

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joseph F. Kmec, Purdue University; Bryan J. Hubbard, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Martin A Lopez De Bertodano, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Benjamin Revis, Purdue University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-2818: THE ROLE OF THE COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY INTHE NUCLEAR INDUSTRYJoseph F. Kmec, Purdue University Joseph F. Kmec is currently Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering Technology at Purdue Uni- versity, West Lafayette, IN. His teaching areas of concentration are energy-based and include Applied Thermodynamics, Internal Combustion Engines, Motorsports, and Power Plant Systems. His recent activ- ities involving student projects include engine simulation, power plant performance analysis, and nuclear technology. He may be reached at: kmecjf@purdue.edu.Dr. Bryan J Hubbard, Purdue University, West Lafayette Bryan Hubbard is an Assistant Professor in the Building Construction and Management (BCM) Program

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Design I

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carlos A. Ortiz, Southern Polytechnic State University; Timothy W. Zeigler, Southern Polytechnic State University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-2819: PROVIDING TECHNICAL FLEXIBILITY TO A CIVILENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMCarlos A. Ortiz, Southern Polytechnic State University PhD. in Environmental and Water Resources Engineering. Professor and Program Coordinator of the Civil Engineering Technology Program. Fourteen years of academic experience, teaching undergradu- ate courses in fluid mechanics, water treatment and distribution, wastewater collection and treatment, stormwater management and other environmental engineering elective courses.Timothy W. Zeigler, Southern Polytechnic State University Professor Timothy Zeigler has been Chair of the Civil Engineering Technology Department at Southern Polytechnic State University since 1997 and is a PE

Conference Session

TAC/ABET Related Outcome Based Assessment Methods and Models

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nripendra N. Sarker, Prairie View A&M University; Mohan Ketkar, Prairie View A&M University; Cajetan M. Akujuobi, Alabama State University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-15: ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY COURSE ASSESSMENTSFOR ABET CRITERION 3: STUDENTS OUTCOMESNripendra N. Sarker, Prairie View A&M University Dr. Sarker is currently a Lecturer and Program Assessment Coordinator in the Department of Engineering Technology of the Prairie View A&M University, TX. Previously he worked at universities in Bangladesh and Japan and at UT, San Antonio. He received his first Master’s degree from AIT, Thailand and a second Master’s and a Ph.D. degree from the Texas A&M University. He is the Assessment Coordinator of Engineering Technology department and a member of the College ABET/SACS Committee at PVAMU.Mohan Ketkar, Prairie View A&M University Dr. Ketkar is an Associate

Conference Session

Capstone Projects and Experiential Learning

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brian D Vuksanovich, Youngstown State University; Darrell R Wallace, Youngstown State University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-1938: EVALUATION OF STEM+ART COLLABORATION FORMULTIDISCIPLINARY ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY LABORATORYBrian D Vuksanovich, Youngstown State University Assistant Professor Mechanical Engineering Technology Youngstown State UniversityDr. Darrell R Wallace, Youngstown State University Page 22.653.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 Evaluation of STEM+Art Collaboration for Multidisciplinary Engineering Technology LaboratoryAbstractThe need to restore manufacturing competitiveness in the United States has become increasinglyevident over the past decade. A common weakness that

Conference Session

Manufacturing Capstone and Design Projects

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chin-Zue Chen, Austin Peay State University; Adel Salama., Austin Peay State University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-2227: EXPANDING A MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY CUR-RICULUM TO INCLUDE ADDITIVE MANUFACTURINGChin-Zue Chen, Austin Peay State University Dr. Chin-Zue Chen is a Professor of Engineering Technology Department at Austin Peay State University, Clarksville, Tennessee, where he has taught and in charge of robotics program since 1985. He initiated PLC, CAM, CIM, Sensors and Vision Systems courses in earlier years of his teaching, and involved in Additive Manufacturing in recent years. Prof. Chen is a Fellow of the Tennessee Academy of Science.Adel Salama., Austin Peay State University Prof. ADEL SALAMA, M.S., P.E. Adel Salama is a Professor and Chair of Engineering Technology Department at Austin Peay State University

Conference Session

ETD Design IV: Construction and Civil Engineering Technology

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Charles Feldhaus, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis; Eric Nesbitt

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-2597: FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE THE USE OF SUSTAIN-ABLE TECHNOLOGY IN STRUCTURAL DESIGNCharles Feldhaus, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis Dr. Feldhaus is an Associate Professor of Organizational Leadership with the Purdue School of Engi- neering and Technology at Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis. He also serves as Chair of Gradaute Technology programs and recently developed the STEM Education track for the MS in Technol- ogy degree program. This partnership with the Indiana University School of Education allows students to receive the Indiana Teaching License in Engineering Technology Education and/or Computer Education as part of the MS in Technology degree. Dr. Feldhaus

Conference Session

Capstone Projects and Experiential Learning

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chad M. Laux, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Abram Walton, Ph.D., Purdue University; Amy S. Van Epps, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Kimberly Marie Deranek, Nova Southeastern University; Darrel L. Sandall, Purdue University; Rick L. Homkes, Purdue University; Sarah E. Leach, Purdue University, Statewide Technology

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-1078: GATEWAY EXPERIENCES TO ENGINEERING TECH-NOLOGY: DEVELOPMENT OF AN INTRODUCTORY COURSEChad M Laux, Purdue University, West Lafayette Dr. Chad Laux is an Assistant Professor in the Industrial Technology Department at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. He teaches courses in Lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma quality, Production planning among others. His research interests include quality management, Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and agriculture biotechnology systems. He is a Six Sigma BlackBelt from General Electric Co, Caterpillar Inc, and the American Society for Quality. He is also a Certified Senior Technology Manager from the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering

Conference Session

Graduate Education and Undergraduate Research in ET

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wei Zhan P.E., Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-262: BENEFITS OF RESEARCH EXPERIENCE FOR UNDER-GRADUATE ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY STUDENTSWei Zhan and Alan Lam, Texas A&M University Dr. Wei Zhan is an Assistant Professor of Electronics Engineering Technology at Texas A&M University. Dr. Zhan earned his D.Sc. in Systems Science from Washington University in 1991. From 1991 to 1995 he worked at University of California, San Diego and Wayne State University. From 1995 to 2006, he worked in the automotive industry as a system engineer. In 2006 he joined the Electronics Engineering Technology faculty at Texas A&M. His research activities include control system theory and applications to industry, system engineering, robust design, modeling, simulation

Conference Session

Innovative Curriculum In Engineering Technology

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

S. Sridhara, Middle Tennessee State University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-1471: COMPUTER APPLICATIONS TO PROBLEM SOLVINGIN SOME ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY COURSESB. S. Sridhara, Middle Tennessee State University Dr. Sridhara is a professor in the Engineering Technology Department at Middle Tennessee State Uni- versity, Murfreesboro, TN. He received his BSME degree from Bangalore University, India and MSME degrees from Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore and Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, New Jersey. Dr. Sridhara received his Ph. D from Auburn University, Alabama. He has published several articles in the areas of acoustics, vibration, noise control and engineering education. Dr. Sridhara has reviewed several articles and books in his area of expertise

Conference Session

Issues Affecting Engineering Program Development

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jimmy Bill Linn, East Carolina University; Merwan B. Mehta, East Carolina University; Janet Hooper Sanders, East Carolina University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-1404: CREATING A NEW 4-YEAR DEGREE IN ENGINEERINGTECHNOLOGYJimmy Bill Linn, East Carolina University Electrical Engineer for the US Navy for 23 yrs. - 1973 to 1996 Instructor for Ivy Tech Community College for 8 yrs. - 1997 to 2005Teaching Instructor for East Carolina University for 6 yrs. - 2005 to present. Education: BSEE and BSMA - Rose Hulman Institute of Technology - 1973 MSEE - Purdue University - 2002Merwan B Mehta, East Carolina University Merwan Mehta, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor at East Carolina University in the Technology Systems Department in Greenville, NC. Prior to joining academics in 2004, he has over twenty years of experi- ence in business and industry working as an industrial

Conference Session

Student Learning and Teamwork

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nina Robson, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-1161: DEVELOPING TECHNOLOGIES THAT ENABLE INDI-VIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES: A UNIQUE DESIGN EXPERIENCENina Robson, Texas A&M University Page 22.462.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 Developing Technologies that Enable Individuals with Disabilities: A Unique Design ExperienceAbstractPeople with disabilities encounter a significant number of barriers and challenges, including lack ofemployment opportunities and access to adequate facilities. Today, over 60% of people withdisabilities do not have jobs. Lack of awareness about the challenges faced by persons

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Engineering Technology Courses

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rocio Alba-Flores, Georgia Southern University; Youakim Al Kalaani, Georgia Southern University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2010-223: ENHANCING THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE IN AMULTIDISCIPLINARY ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY COURSERocio Alba-Flores, Georgia Southern University Rocio Alba-Flores received her M.S. and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Tulane University. She is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Technology at Georgia Southern University. Her main areas of interest include control systems, robotics, digital systems, microprocessors, and signal and image processing.Youakim Al Kalaani, Georgia Southern University Page 15.517.1© American Society for Engineering Education

Conference Session

Issues and Directions in Engineering Technology Education & Administration: Part I

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gary Mullett, Springfield Technical Community College

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Engineering Technology

telecommunications and wireless topics and on the status of the education of electronics technicians at the two-year college level. His current interests are in the transformation of electronics technician education to incorporate a systems-level approach and applications of the emerging field of networked, wireless sensors. Page 15.819.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 Its 2010 and the new Electronics Technology Paradigm is EmergingAbstractMany faculty members at the two-year college level have struggled with outdated electronicstechnology curriculums over the past decade or more. Long gone are the days of

Conference Session

Student Learning and Teamwork

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Fernando Rios-Gutierrez, Georgia Southern University; Rocio Alba-Flores, Georgia Southern University

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Engineering Technology

is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Technology at Georgia Southern University. Her main areas of interest include control systems, robotics, digital systems, microprocessors, and signal and image processing. Page 22.185.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 An Interdisciplinary, Team-Based Mobile Robots Design Course for Engineering TechnologyAbstractThis work describes the educational experience gained during a new course in mobile robots, afourth year elective course in the undergraduate

Conference Session

Graduate Education and Undergraduate Research in ET

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Vladimir Genis, Drexel University; Warren Rosen, Drexel University; Eric Carr, Drexel University; Michael G Mauk P.E., Drexel University; Radian G. Belu, Drexel University; Gerry Marekova, Drexel University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-149: AN ONLINE MASTER OF SCIENCE PROGRAM IN ENGI-NEERING TECHNOLOGYVladimir Genis, Drexel University (Tech.) Dr. Vladimir GenisProfessor and Engineering Technology Program Director in the School of Technol- ogy and Professional Studies, Drexel University, has developed and taught graduate and undergradu- ate courses in physics, electronics, nanotechnology, biomedical engineering, nondestructive testing, and acoustics. His research interests include ultrasound wave propagation and scattering, ultrasound imaging, nondestructive testing, electronic instrumentation, piezoelectric transducers, and engineering education. Results of his research work were published in scientific journals and presented at the