Conference Session

Engineering Technology Curriculum and Programs

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Mert Bal, Miami University

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Engineering Technology

material for Industry 4.0 qualifications so students can appreciate the marketabilityof the new degree in RET. Furthermore, the creation of stackable micro-credits, certificates andworkshops is aimed to enable non-traditional students and professionals to select content mostrelevant to their needs. Experiential learning will be incorporated in the educational activities bydeveloping the hand-on lab experiences in a design iterative approach that creates opportunitiesto reflect on the outcomes and results of an experiment, and then requires the synthesis of a newor evolved approach.Furthermore, the development of the RET curriculum will strengthen and improve the quality ofengineering technology education for undergraduate students by creating

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Pedagogy 1

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Keith S. Pate, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Jose M. Garcia, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Farid Breidi, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Engineering Technology

have proven to be especially beneficial intechnical fields, such as engineering. Interactive tools assist students in learning fundamentalconcepts using hands-on experience. This experience can help students visualize how theseconcepts are applied to real world challenges. One of the primary benefits of interactive tools isthat they provide instant feedback to the user. In engineering, these tools can be used toencourage students to problem solve, experiment, realize, and reflect on difficult concepts. Suchan experience enables students to apply their conceptual knowledge to real world difficulties on asmaller scale. This application can help them understand how variables, seen in calculation, caninfluence a problem. This experience also

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Curriculum and Programs

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Riem Rostom, Indiana State University; Sheikh Fahad Ferdous, Indiana State University; A. Mehran Shahhosseini, Indiana State University

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

analytical thinking pervades engineering design activities,the integration of the performance of components and sub-systems is vital to the success of allbut the simplest design problems. Consequently, the role of systems thinking is vital in solvingcomplex engineering design challenges while simultaneously considering environmental issues,safety, ethical implications, and economic factors [11]. Systems thinking permits students “tobreak out of the narrow definition of a problem and reflect on the relevant systems and how theyaffect, and in turn are affected by, new and improved technologies” [12]. By integrating systemsthinking experiences into early engineering design challenges, students may become moreexcited about engineering, while learning

Conference Session

ETD Accreditation and Assessment

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Johnson, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

Satisfied unsatisfiedQ10. Please use this space to provide any additional comments, questions, or suggestions. Also,please let me know if you would like to discuss this project further. Appendix B. Teammate Participation Rubric Reflecting on your teammates’ participation within the group project, rate each teammate usingthe following rubric. Add your teammates’ names on the next page and corresponding pointsyou award them. The teamwork points will be averaged and figured into your teammates’ finalgrade. Trait Criteria 1 2 3 4

Conference Session

Non-Technical Skills in ET

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Irene Ferrara, Pennsylvania State University-Altoona; Rebecca Maguda, Pennsylvania State University-Altoona; Andrew Vavreck, Pennsylvania State University-Altoona

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Engineering Technology

Career Services personnel as well as engineering faculty to guarantee thatthe resumes would satisfy both technical and non-technical reviewers. Often in the past, studentswould seek out either Career Services staff or engineering faculty for informal resume critiques,but this exercise forced them to go through the process of seeking input from both, resulting inenhanced quality of the resumes created.In the first few weeks of class, students also identified and reflected upon their career goals forthe next year, the next five years, and beyond. The class discussed salaries to be expected,potential job options, possible benefits, opportunities for advancement, and lifelong learning.Students and faculty also spent time as a group discussing how to

Conference Session

Web-Based Learning in Engineering Technology

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

CHITRA RAJAGOPAL, Kent State University, Tuscarawas Campus

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Engineering Technology

course?” Gathering thisfeedback allowed the instructors to effectively modify course content. The feedback was verypositive, with most students being satisfied with the course content, course management, andoverall online course experience. Some of the students’ feedback reflected their appreciation forthe flexibility of the course, specifically that that they were able to review the material severaltimes and learn on their own time, at their own pace, and at a place convenient for them.Students also appreciated that they could do the real lab experiments instead of virtual labs, andmany students said they liked the video demonstrations. On the negative side, some studentscomplained about the training modules freezing at times and suggested that

Conference Session

Critical issues in IT and IET: Focus Group

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Susan Scachitti, Purdue University, Calumet; Juan Salinas, Purdue University, Calumet; Deepthi Karanam, Purdue University, Calumet

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Engineering Technology

. Exercises reflect lessons learned in real world applications to incorporatefacility support efforts such as process flow optimization and staffing level determinations aswell as basic layout issues. Examples of exercises with intended learning outcomes will also beincluded.IntroductionProcess simulation software has proven itself to be a key problem solving tool in developingvalue minded graduates of engineering technology programs. Whether students findemployment in manufacturing, healthcare or service industries, they will all be faced withdecision making and problem solving involving increasingly complex systems and rapidlychanging technology. With this in mind, theoretical concepts such as queuing theory, regressionanalysis, takt

Conference Session

Assessment and Continuous Improvement in Engineering Technology: Part II

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Irwin, Michigan Technological University; Nasser Alaraje, Michigan Technological University

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Engineering Technology

Page 14.149.10with the help of the University Career Services and Alumni Relations to contact formerstudents. Notice that these measures are not collected every year, because the collectionof this data still takes significant amount of time to analyze.The Student Rating of Instruction (SRI) used here is an early student feedbackmechanism prior to student graduation. This is a 20 question instrument with eachquestion rated on a 1-5 scale with 1 as “Strongly Disagree” and 5 as “Strongly Agree”.Items 1-18 are intended to be formative in nature and are based on contemporary “bestpractice” models derived from higher education research and reflection. Items 19 and 20are intended to elicit responses from students as to their overall assessment of

Conference Session

Capstone and Senior Design in Engineering Technology

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mary Johnson, Purdue University; Sergey Dubikovsky, Purdue University

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Engineering Technology

, thespecific plans for the upcoming week, the issues facing the team, and a summary of the hoursspent on the project for each team member. The first few times a team produces the weeklyreport presents challenges to the teams as this is their introduction to Gantt charts and weeklyreports. After two or three weeks of practice producing the charts and incorporating constructivefeedback, the student teams produce the charts within ten to fifteen minutes. More importantly,the teams begin to use the charts to plan and manage their projects. The Gantt chart presented inFigure 2 is a high-level chart prepared early in the project by a student team. The gap in thecalendar reflects the team’s realistic view that no work would be accomplished during the

Conference Session

Curriculum in Civil Engineering Technology

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrew Rose, University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown

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Engineering Technology

know points areassociated with sketch preparation and quality. Many students will take pride in their work andmake an effort to prepare quality sketches. A few students will consistently put minimal effortinto their course work and their sketches will usually be poor, reflecting their poor attitude Page 14.717.14toward their studies. The author also believes that providing examples of good (and maybe bad)sketches helps students understand assignment requirements and instructor expectations.Conclusions and RecommendationsFor many practicing civil engineers, hand-drawn sketches are still an important part of theengineering analysis and

Conference Session

Laboratories in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Arif Uluagac, Georgia Institute of Technology; Walter E. Thain Jr.; Thomas Fallon, Southern Polytechnic State University; John Copeland, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Engineering Technology

process. Initial observations of the students who took the network security class using the described 10 laboratory exercises, support the same result. Linux-based security tools are freely available in the Internet and they can be easily installed in many of the Linux distributions. So, there is a minimal cost in terms of software related items. With the tools-oriented labs, students have a chance to learn how theoretical lecture topics (e.g., asymmetric encryption, digital signatures, etc) are reflected and utilized in real world applications. Students have a chance to configure certain files in order to accomplish some of the tasks required in the labs. This experiential learning

Conference Session

Simulation and Virtual Instrumentation in ET

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Irwin, Mott Community College; James Moseley, Wayne State University

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Engineering Technology

theeducational basis of PBL. The main supporters of the cognitive theories are Jean Piagetand Robert Gagne. The implementation of the PBL activities involves instructorguidance, reflection and motivation as well. Constructivism is an off chute fromcognitivism where theorists believe not all information is known and there isn’tnecessarily one truth to all questions. Constructivist philosophy believes knowledge isbased on experiences and one must construct their own meanings. John Dewey, born outof a progressive philosophy, believes in social constructivist psychology, because he isconcerned with the process rather than the end product of the curriculum (Dewey, 1916)4.Cognitive teaching involves problem solving, cooperative learning and discoverylearning

Conference Session

Electromechanical & Manufacturing ET Curriculum

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Li Qian, South Dakota State University; Teresa Hall, South Dakota State University; Shanzhong (Shawn) Duan, South Dakota State University

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Engineering Technology

the time table. • Divide work fairly and do not be unfair, such as changing team meeting recorder, reporter, or even team leader over the project. • Criticize ideas without criticizing people. • Differentiate where there is a disagreement within the group. • Integrate a number of different ideas into a single position. • Ask for justification for a member's conclusion or answer.Those teamwork skills shown in team progress reports, final reports and presentations werereflected in teams’ and team members’ grades. Learning attitudes reflecting life-longlearning skills such as hard-work and desire for learning were emphasized in the course,which was graded at 10% of the total grade and graded at 15% for projects

Conference Session

Mechanical/Manufacturing ET Design Projects

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gary Drigel, Miami University

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Engineering Technology

testing. Page 11.654.6 5Senior Design Project (ENT 498)ENT 498 is the second semester course for Miami’s capstone design course series. Studentsmust complete the design, build and test stages of their projects. They are required to write anextensive report about all aspects of their project, including a reflective essay about theirexperience. They are also required to present their design and findings to the faculty, industrialpartners and academic community at an annual Senior Design forum. This forum includes atable top display and/or model of the project. Their course final grade is based on both

Conference Session

Simulation and Virtual Instrumentation in ET

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Daniel Dangelo, Intel Corp.; Rajeswari Sundararajan, Arizona State University; Narciso Macia, Arizona State University

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Engineering Technology

MC03 was sent to MC04 and transferred to MC03through discrete I/O lines7.Serial data monitors and adapters were very useful with data transfer debugging. The serialmonitors use dual-color LED’s to reflect data flow, and some include jumper and switchcapability to modify signal connections. These monitors and adapters reduced development timeand on occasion added problems. Experimentation discovered an in-line monitor causedcommunication conflicts between MC02 and the PC.Light tree indicator states were programmed to align with standard industrial machineoperations. Indicator definitions can change for different companies and tools, but similaritiesdo remain. See Table 1 for a listing of all light tree states. Table

Conference Session

Successful Grant Proposals

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Dorene Perez, Illinois Valley Community College; James Gibson, Illinois Valley Community College; Rose Marie Lynch, Illinois Valley Community College

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Engineering Technology

, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.2. Essential workplace skills. Tech Prep at Illinois Valley Community College, Oglesby, IL http://www.ivcc.edu/techprep3. Engineering Clinics. Rowan University, Glassboro, NJ. http://www.rowan.edu/colleges/engineering/clinics4. Integrated Product Development. Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA. http://www.lehigh.edu/ipd/programs5. The Enterprise Program. Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI. http://www.enterprise.mtu.edu

Conference Session

Mechatronics

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mileta Tomovic, Old Dominion University; Cynthia Tomovic, Old Dominion University; Vukica M. Jovanovic, Old Dominion University; Cheng Y. Lin P.E., Old Dominion University; Nan Yao, Beihang University; Petros J. Katsioloudis, Old Dominion University

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Engineering Technology

applicationof modern modeling and simulation tools which are reasonably easy to use and could assiststudents in dealing with complex problems. An example of such a tool is theMatlab/Simulink/Simscape set of modeling and simulation tools that can model many complexphysical systems [7].The course that is discussed in this paper integrates fundamental ideas from integrativeexperiences and project based learning. The course builds on the material covered across anumber of different engineering and science courses, and extends student ability from dealingwith simple textbook problems to solving complex real world engineering problems. The courseis going through development stages and reflects a number of lessons learned that already havebeen integrated or

Conference Session

Computer-related Issues

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Barry Dupen, Purdue University, Fort Wayne

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Engineering Technology

enrollment of Hispanic college studentsfrom 2015 to 2025, a 20% increase in Black students, a 19% increase in Asian students, and a3% increase in White students, for an overall increase of 12% [23]. These predictions are basedon the expected change in the population of people aged 18-29, and do not include the costs of acollege education or future economic conditions. Assuming the overall college enrollmentincreases are reflected in undergraduate programs, data and projections for undergraduateprograms appear as follows: Projections 10 White Good 8 Undergraduate

Conference Session

Electrical/Electronic ET Issues

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Reg Recayi Pecen, Sam Houston State University; Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University

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Engineering Technology

and the speed of sound in air, adistance to the nearest object is determined [9]. Figure 11. Vernier Motion DetectorThe sensitivity of the echo detection circuitry automatically increases, in steps, every fewmilliseconds as the ultrasound travels out and back. This is to allow for echoes being weakerfrom distant objects. The motion detector is capable of measuring objects as close as 0.15 m andas far away as 6 m. The short minimum target distance allows objects to get close to the detector;this reduces stray reflections. The MD has a pivoting head which helps the user aim the sensoraccurately. The MD also has a sensitivity switch which is located under the pivoting motiondetector head. The VI requires two

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division Poster Session

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mert Bal, Miami University; Reza Abrishambaf, Miami University

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Engineering Technology

usabilityassessment method 21. The subscales are defined in SUMI are namely; Efficiency: reflects thedegree to which the software helps the user accomplish their task. Affect: measures theemotional response of the user to the software. Helpfulness: indicates whether system isrelatively self-explanatory, and for which the help system and documentation are good or not.Control: shows the degree to which users feel in control of the software, rather than beingcontrolled by the software. Learn ability: measures how quickly and easily the users felt theycould master the software or a new feature of the software. According to these scales, a systemthat achieves a score in the range of 40-60 is comparable in usability to most of successfulcommercial software

Conference Session

ETD Internet of Things (IOT)

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jay R. Porter, Texas A&M University; Joseph A. Morgan, Texas A&M University; Michael Johnson, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

among university engineering faculty,practicing engineers, and the schools is necessary; it is important to demonstrate to youngpotential STEM professionals the relevance of STEM activities [6]. In addition to interactingwith practicing professionals, authentic experiential learning activities can promote STEMcareers. Experiential learning attempts to rectify what Kolb characterized as the “rejection” ofthe “real-world” by the educational establishment [7]. The key to experiential learning is thecreation of knowledge “through the transformation of experience” [7]. In this project, thisexperience will be the development of connected devices aimed at building automationapplications. This will allow students to experience, reflect, think, and act

Conference Session

MET Papers 2

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Azar Eslam Panah, Pennsylvania State University, Berks; Amir Barakati, Pennsylvania State University, Berks

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Engineering Technology

carriedout in order to obtain refined velocity profiles to confirm the flow quality in the contraction andtest section. Furthermore, velocity profiles should be measured in different locations through thesection length and with different water levels to verify the flow quality along the channel is asdesired. Subsequently, the flow quality can be improved by screen mesh density and correctionsin the diffuser. The end tank will be also modified to avoid any flow reflection from the end wall.Despite the students spent a lot of time and effort on this project and they were very committedto its completion, they were not able to finish the construction in time. It was originally expectedthat the project could not be finished in two semesters because it

Conference Session

Computer-related Issues

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wangling Yu, Purdue University Northwest; Omer Farook, Purdue University Northwest; Jai P. Agrawal, Purdue University Northwest; Ashfaq Ahmed P.E., Purdue University Northwest

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Engineering Technology

discourse of these courses takes place in a lab/studio setting, andalways with reference to system being designed. Such an approach bridges the gap that existsbetween classroom practices and workplace practices. This unified approach is meant to bringabout students with career-bound knowledge that is essential for the industry.I. IntroductionIn the Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology (ECET) department of PurdueUniversity Northwest, the faculty by choice have taken upon themselves to make theaforementioned changes in their curricula, the essence of which is reflected in this paper. We thefaculty here are revisiting the subject matter after a 15-year time span. We have kept up with thechanges in technology during this timeframe and have

Conference Session

STEM Issues

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Osazuwa John Okundaye Jr., Texas A&M University; Malini Natarajarathinam, Texas A&M University; Mathew Kuttolamadom, Texas A&M University; Sharon Lynn Chu, University of Florida; Elizabeth Deuermeyer, Texas A & M University; Alexander Nicholas Berman, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

world demands and deadlines. These contextualelements could make STEM elements more obvious. This could be in one of three ways. First, theM2 approach places making in a context that is culturally and socially situated to the students’ ownexperience. Second, it exposes students to the facets of the production pipeline, leading them tothe potential to develop novel and useful products for society. Third, M2 creates a scenario thatplaces students in long-term production as Makers fully engaging in STEM. Altogether, thisapproach could give students a holistic view as to their developed making skills may be transferred.This reflects Grovetants’ identity formation specifically as to how the M2 holds implications onteamwork, leadership, critical

Conference Session

STEM Issues

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joseph A. Morgan, Texas A&M University; Jay R. Porter, Texas A&M University; Michael Johnson, Texas A&M University

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

engineeringdesign, additive manufacturing, energy management, building automation and IoT technologiesshould produce a number of projects that will include the IoT House. Each of these modules willbe tested and refined and shared with the participants. The goal will be to use the IoT House tosupport a number of student projects during the fall 2019 and spring 2020 semesters.AcknowledgementThis material is supported by the National Science Foundation under DRL Grant Numbers1615019 and 1614496. Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations presented arethose of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.References[1] Strobel, J., Wang, J., Weber, N. R., and Dyehouse, M., 2013, "The Role of Authenticity

Conference Session

ETAC/ABET-Related Issues

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Byron G. Garry, South Dakota State University

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Engineering Technology

that assessment is needed for improvement,and improvement, with its internal focus, provides  opportunities for the academic community to engage in self-reflection of its learning goals, to evaluate if students’ activities, products, or performances coincide with the academic community’s expectations;  information to students about the knowledge, skills, and other attributes they can expect to possess after successfully completing coursework and academic programs.  ways for academic units to understand the dimensions of student learning when seeking to improve student achievement and the educational process.  evidence of student achievement to accreditation groups, state legislators, and other stakeholders

Conference Session

Issues in Engineering Technolgy Education

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Terence Geyer, Eastern Washington University; William R Loendorf, Eastern Washington University

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Engineering Technology

is well worth the effort.Conclusions, Reflections, and the FutureWhat instructional planning method is best? The answer is perhaps different for each instructoras a method is selected somewhere along the path of becoming educators. These methods arechosen based on pedagogical methodologies learned or methods used that work in the givenmoment. Most of the educators in engineering programs are required to have higher-leveltechnical-based degrees, but are not necessarily required to have an advanced educational-baseddegree. Are there better instructional planning methods to balancing student and instructorworkload? Can they improve the outcomes for students and instructors? Are the methodspresented in this paper the only possibility? In reality

Conference Session

Curriculum and New Course Development in ET

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Huiru Shih P.E., Jackson State University; Pao-Chiang Yuan; Richterica Tukiya Ford; Thomasina Jenkins

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Engineering Technology

support from the US Department of Homeland Security(Award #2014-ST-062-000056). The authors also would like to thank the Nuclear RegulatoryCommission (under grant NRC-HQ-84-14-G-0066) for its support of this project. Any opinions,findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the authorsand do not reflect the views of DHS or NRC.Bibliography:1. Patrick S. Roberts, “What Katrina Means for Emergency Management”, The Forum, Volume 3, Issue 3, Article 2, 2005.2. Jeremy I. Levitt and Matthew C. Whitaker, Hurricane Katrina: America's Unnatural Disaster, University of Nebraska Press, 2009.3. HR Shih, G. W. Skelton, PC Yuan, J. Buck, and B. M. Williams, “The Development Of Emergency Management Technology

Conference Session

Capstone and Design Projects

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mohammad Moin Uddin, East Tennessee State University; Keith V. Johnson, East Tennessee State University

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Engineering Technology

engineering problems and development of solutions.Table 1: Pre Survey Responses Question or Statements Yes No Likert Scale Rating 1 2 3 4 5 Do you have an international education experience 18% 82% such as study abroad? I can communicate effectively at least one foreign 18% 82% language I am familiar with SI Units for problem solving 100% I am familiar with engineering and technology related 20% 80% standards and specifications outside USA U.N. Millennium Development Goals, which USA 10% 27% 63% supports, also reflect the need for a

Conference Session

Integrating Curriculum and Labs in ET Programs

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ghassan T Ibrahim, Bloomsburg University; Michael J Dutko

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Engineering Technology

reasons: The RF signal power attenuation is inversely proportional to the square of the distance between the transmitter and the receiver. The UHF RF signal can be reflected off nearby metal surfaces and concrete walls, which are common in a hospital environment, and cancel the incident signal if it is in anti-phase with incident signal. The reader’s antenna radiation patterns may also vary in different directions depending on the location and geometry of the room, which consequently influence the reader’s performance. Therefore, it is of great importance to adapt the reader’s antenna location to properly scan its environment and provide maximum tag detection capability. Most important is that the UHF RF signals are easily absorbed