: 5-Strongly Agree, 4-Agree, 3-Neutral, 2-Disagree, 1-Strongly DisagreeFuture WorkFuture research plans include relating the reliability of implementation of the Integrated Project-Based Course in Mathematics in Engineering to student learning outcomes. The future plans ofthe project are to recognize, assess, classify, and distribute resources (via a Web site) forEngineering and Technology educators wishing to incorporate hands-on learning into theircurriculum to encourage students to pursue careers in Engineering and Technology. By helpingstudents make connections between Mathematics and Engineering subjects and real-worldissues, these strategies are likely to enhance student interest in Engineering and Technologydisciplines, improve
camera facilitated use of the text book materialsfor instruction. The faculty members saved the instructional materials for future asynchronousstreaming delivery. Also, each lecture and demonstration in the live classroom was recorded onthe DVD recorder and later placed on the faculty course website. This allowed students to reviewthe lecture if needed. Page 14.72.4Cohort-based enrollment (with SDD Courses)In an effort to increase ECET enrollment and also to avoid class cancellation due to lowenrollment at the main campus, a semester plan (with one SDD course) was developed for theremote location during the Fall 2008 semester. Ninty-three
Fundamentals 33, spring MET-313 Applied Fluid Mechanics 33, spring CHEM-111 General Chemistry 33, spring IET-22 Production Planning & Control 33, spring MET-329 Applied Heat Transfer 34, fall IET-308 Engineering Project 3
equipmentneeded for the experiments and their network setup. Some feedback from our students is alsopresented. Section 4 presents additional laboratory experiments that are being adopted in a moreadvanced telecommunications class (ENTC 345). Finally, we conclude this paper by evaluatingthis VoIP initiative and discussing future plans to keep integrating VoIP into our curriculum.2 – Moving towards IP-based communicationsThe environment where this VoIP initiative is taking place is the Electronics andTelecommunications Engineering Technology program at Texas A&M. This four-yearengineering program offers several courses on telecommunication networks. One of them is aclass on Local and Metropolitan Area Networks (ENTC 315), which is a required class to
Students will demonstrate their ability to evaluate a problem and bring general design strategies to bear on the problem with a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement. 1.7 Students will demonstrate their ability to plan and coordinate a project and manage systems. 2.1 Students will demonstrate their ability to function effectively in teams. 2.2 Students will demonstrate understanding of professional ethical and social responsibilities, within a context of contemporary professional, societal and global issues. 2.3 Students will demonstrate the ability to engage in lifelong learning. 2.4 Students will demonstrate the ability to write clearly and concisely to a variety of audiences. 2.5 Students will demonstrate
projects. In addition a semester project onproduction simulation using ProModel software is also required.VIII. Ship Repair Simulation Exercise This simulation exercise incorporates repair of two ships of different sizes. One ofthe ships is shown in Figure 2. During the simulation, students track performance metricslike lead-time, cycle time, rework and distance traveled by material handler whileimplementing various tools of Lean in three phases. This exercise takes into accountlogistical issues such as inspection reports, master repair schedules, emergent repairs, in Page 11.1214.6addition to planned repair activities. This simulation exercise
components from both mental analysis and hands-on viewpoints. Thispaper provides useful pointers to programs in planning, structuring, evaluating andassessing offerings of such new courses within their departments.References1 Meek, S., Field, S., Devasia, S., “Mechatronics Education in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Utah,” Mechatronics, Elsevier, 13:1-11, 2002.2 Giurgiutiu, V., Lyons, J., Rocheleau, D., Liu, W., “ Mechatronics/Microcontroller Education for Mechanical Engineering Students at the University of South Carolina,” Mechatronics, Elsevier, 15:1025- 1036, 2005.3 Wild P.M., Surgenor B.W., “An Innovative Mechatronics Course for a Traditional Mechanical Engineering Curriculum,” American Society of
informative libraryexperiences to the students. The role of the communication and collaboration among thefaculty and the librarian to develop the content for the library skills workshops andassignments to assess the information skills learned are considered crucial for providingenriching library experience. The core information skills that will enhance the knowledgefundamentals form the central theme of this collaboration between the faculty, students,and librarians.Applied Engineering Technology (AET) Program at Drexel UniversityThe Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Applied Engineering Technology at DrexelUniversity’s Goodwin College is designed for students who plan to pursue careers in avariety of design, manufacturing, and production-related
shown in Figure 6. Major LabVIEW functionblocks used are case structure, sequence structure, for loop, various array functions, stringfunctions, and analog and digital I/O functions. The programming was relatively straightforward; however, a few timing issues were encountered and it took some time to get themresolved. Figure 4 A front panel view of the display system.In the area of hardware design, operation of entrance and exit gates didn’t include the use of flowcontrol devices in the original plan. During the testing phase, it was realized that an airflowcontrol device is a must in getting the gates open and close in a smooth and acceptable manner.Also, the coin collection and release system design using an inductive
acontinuous improvement plan for our delivery system. Authors have received a grant to enhancethe existing model. This will include a video-audio enhanced learning element to achieve thegoal of high quality learning. The availability of the video-audio enhanced lecture notes andother course material on the web will make possible a 24x7 hours virtual classroom.The success of Web-based instruction depends on the capability and effectiveness of softwaretools. These tools in general can be categorized as: (1) course design features; (2) coursecollaborative features; and (3) course management features. However, it is beneficial to have asingle tool that integrates all three categories 4,5.Some of the available Web-based coursewaretools include: Course
toneeded resources to solve the problems. Project Based learning using Problem BasedLearning technique assign even more responsibility to Honors students. The studentsdecide on a research methodology, plan the development of the project, divide the projectto series of problems, solve the problems, and assemble the solution of the problems intothe project for successful completion. The tasks that each student pursues depend highlyon the project and on the student’s background. The faculty advisors in the class coachthe students to assume responsibilities for tasks that contribute most to the team. In“Historical London through the Lens of Technology” class for example, one ProblemBased Learning asked the students to design a new transport museum for
and key measures to be included in the survey • Collection of company data needed to write survey instrument/approval of survey instrument by company management • Contact with company webmaster • Receive contact lists from company and plan timeline for pilot test and student implementation of survey • Pilot test of survey (2-3 people) and make adjustments as necessary, final approval • Implementation of survey • Validation of survey results and analysis of data (statistical results and development of graphs) • Write management report detailing findings, conclusions and recommendations
to apply all of the basic concepts of applied design. By working in steps we were able to plan, design, select, prototype, test, build, and test again. These steps are taken directly from the applied design concepts." • "The project takes a sample of circuits we have studied throughout the course of study in EET and combine them into one project. Not only do we get to see it work in theory and on the chalkboard, but also in the lab. Taking these designs and applying them to component selection and construction is what it all about."Describe what you learned about the process of product development
reallywant.Believing that retention is strongly related to the culture of each College and having a problem tosolve within some of our technology programs, and in an effort to actively engage students informing their educational plan, we created, in 1996, a course titled Introduction to EngineeringTechnology (ET 111). In that course, we instruct students in, among other topics, therequirements for satisfactory academic progress and share strategies for getting the most out oftheir education, including selection of minors and preparation for graduate school. We also bringin guest speakers to give the students some exposure to industry. As far as creating studentcommunities went, however, ET 111 enrollment was used to mix all the majors together tofacilitate
11.400.4 Use of Equipment was Original Never Rarely Sometimes Usually Always Teamwork 1 2 3 4 5 The team showed evidence of full participation by all membersThe team utilized electronic media to aid in communication and planning The team resolved differences without faculty interventionThe team members demonstrated an understanding of the work/tasks completed by other team members The team adjusted its plans as additional information became available or the scheduled required The team used faculty consultation appropriatelyThe team members appear to respect each others' contributions to the
the actual tasksperformed.Because this survey was limited by the small sample size, particularly related to EET, futurework will include expanding the survey to more students as they enroll in the TECH120 course.Additionally, the authors plan to collect longitudinal data. By re-surveying the same students atgraduation, how their attitudes and definitions change over time can be better understood.References1. ManPower Group. 2016/2017 Talent Shortage Survey. http://www.manpowergroup.us/campaigns/talent-shortage/assets/pdf/2016-Talent-Shortage- Infographic.pdf. Accessed on February 1, 2017.2. Anderson-Rowland, M. R., & Rodriguez, A. A., & Grierson, A. (2013, June), Why Some Community College Students Choose Engineering and Some
sustainability which was thedesign of an aquaponics system using renewable energy sources. Such a project helped studentspractice and further improve skills related to teamwork, communication, and work planning &management when working with others who do not necessarily “speak” the sametechnical/scientific language.Engineering technology and biology students from the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD)worked together to design and build the fully instrumented and automated aquaponics systemat our university’s sustainability garden. From a team leading viewpoint, biology students definedthe requirements for the aquaponics system while engineering led the activities to design andbuild the system. The developed system allows interested students to
students to work on world-like realapplications and problems, 3) increasing retention of content and increasing students’ attitudetowards learning, and 4) improving project management and implementation skills for students.These skills will ultimately lead to retaining students’ interests during class while covering thecurriculum as set by the college and department.MethodologyProject Based Learning (PBL) approach was used in this course. A project was designed to leadthe course and meet the course learning outcomes (CLOs) listed above. PBL can be a powerfulpedagogical tool, however it has its own benefits and risks. The time through which the teamsimplement their knowledge and learn new material should be well planned and guidance shouldalways be
=Zan; Zcn=Zan;[Van, Vbn, Vcn]=line2phase(EAB, EBC, ECA)V=[Van, Vbn, Vcn];Ian=p_div(Van, Zan); Ibn=p_div(Vbn, Zbn); Icn=p_div(Vcn, Zcn);I=[Ian, Ibn, Icn];[STy, QTy, PTy]=power_ph3d(V, I) %apparent, reactive and the average power in the Y- load%full load calculationsPT=p_add([PTd, PTy])QT=p_add([QTd, QTy])[ ST, Fp, phase]=pwr_triangle(PT, QT )Fig. 13 The apparent, reactive and the average power in the 3-phase -generator, Y- load4. PLAN OF IMPLEMENTATIONThe phasor toolbox was developed while teaching the class in the Fall semester of 2017. It isplanned to use the tool in ECET 15200: AC Circuit Analysis, ECET 21200: Electrical Power andMachinery, and ECET 41200: Electric Drives in the future semesters in the Electrical EngineeringTechnology
university funded program that provides scholarships and research funding for underrepre- sented students in engineering and engineering technology programs. Dr. Talbert-Hatch is also a Co-PI on a recently funded NSF STEM grant that provides scholarships, academic support, and career planning for 2nd year students with unmet financial need who are enrolled in engineering programs. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 The Status of STEM Living Learning CommunitiesAbstractVirtually all institutions of higher learning have developed activities and/or academic programsin the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math disciplines, i.e., STEM. One specific programis called “STEM Living
specifications and requirements. The truck was able to move throughhalf of the course by keeping an equal distance from the two walls of the lab-scale haul route. Afterthe truck control was initially tested by using the ultrasonic sensors only, autonomous control wasfurther tested in lab conditions by utilizing both the Pixy cam and ultrasonic sensorssimultaneously. So far, we have been able to repeatedly drive through a third of the courseautonomously. When the course is finished being outfitted with the color panels (swatches), it isexpected that the truck will move along the whole route autonomously, and it will be able torepeatedly run the whole course back and forth without collision.Based on the progress so far, the following plans are considered
typical semester 30 courses are offered by the construction management program. It isone of seven programs within a department devoted exclusively to technology. It offers aBachelor of Science degree and an undergraduate certificate. The department resides within anurban, nonresidential campus with a student enrollment population of 30,690 for the fall of 2014.(Indiana University, 2014) Currently the program’s enrollment consists of 135 students.The program is accredited by ABET. It does not utilize proprietary assessment software nor isthere dedicated assessment staff. The program’s accreditation plan was developed exclusivelyby its full time faculty with copious support by experienced faculty residing within thedepartment and by the dean’s
enforcingstandards, and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance. Employers mustcomply with all applicable OSHA standards. Employers must also comply with the General DutyClause of the OSH Act, which requires employers to keep their workplace free of seriousrecognized hazards7. The OSH Act covers most private sector employers and workers in all 50states, the District of Columbia, and the other United States (U.S.) jurisdictions either directlythrough federal OSHA or through an OSHA-approved State Plan. State Plans are OSHA-approved job safety and health programs operated by individual states instead of federal OSHA.The OSH Act encourages states to develop and operate their own job safety and health programsand precludes state enforcement of
field they would like to be employed. Table 6 shows the job placement or jobpreference for students who used the BASIC Stamp 2 in their capstone project. All students whograduated in the fall 2012 work in a robotic and/or automation related field. Five of the studentswho graduated in fall 2013 work in a robotic and/or automation related field and one have plansto work in a robotic and/or automation related field. This represents 75% of all students whoused BASIC Stamp 2 in their capstone that semester. Two of the four students (50%) who usedBASIC Stamp 2 in their capstone project in the fall 2014 plan to work in the robotics field. Table 6 Students Choice of Microcontroller for Capstone Projects
takenotes on theory and example problems presented by the instructor, while about ten minutesmight be devoted to questions and answers. In this way, students are not actively engaged in thelearning process. To try and remedy these deficiencies, we plan to develop an interactive classthat will essentially transform the lecture-intensive course into an “Interactive DynamicsLearning Course” (IDLC) that willa. directly address the hands-on learning approach of ET students,b. enable students to clearly visualize particle and rigid body motion and forces, which theystruggle with in traditional classes,c. enhance their comprehension of key physical concepts, and therebyd. improve their problem-solving skills and grasp of the subject.To
Component Design The biggest design challenge encountered was the task of fitting all of the componentsinto the case while still making the case portable and ergonomic. The initial design the teamcame up with involved having the DIN rails mounted to the case, this was to be done by the casemanufacturer. There were some complications implementing this design with the manufacture sothe team had to design another plan. The next plan was to mount the DIN rails to panel, whichwould be offset and mounted with a threaded rod. This design was found to be less efficient thanthe final design, in which a 1” standoff was used to mount the DIN rails directly to the undersideof the panel. This can be seen in figure 2. This was the most efficient and space
develop a technical program plan for an engineering project. • Developing the ability to lead and manage a diverse team of technical professionals utilizing emotional intelligence. • Developing interpersonal and collaboration skills to help effectively communicate with non-technical colleagues and customers. • Creating a learning environment which addresses critical competencies needed to enhance technical skills, business acumen and personal effectiveness in the workplace. • Developing a systematic and analytic framework to support decision making and make effective changes.ProgramThe needs assessment for the proposed Master of Engineering in Technical Management (METM)program was determined using: (1
plan of courses which they would use for assessment infall and spring semesters. Based on this plan, the assessment coordinator of the departmentsends the list of the courses and the corresponding ISLOs to all faculty members at the beginningof each semester.Assessment Data Submission PlatformThe online data submission platform was developed in Visual Basic.NET (VB.NET). On thisplatform, faculty members can select the ISLO and at the same time, the corresponding ABET SOs for a specific course. A snapshot of online data submission platform is shown in Figure 1, where the blue rectangles indicate where the faculty members need to insert the assessment data. There are thirteen pieces of information they need to insert using the drop-down
Business Plan Competition at Farmingdale State College, spring 2017. Inspired by this research project, the team entered the Business Competition with the project named “STACK HOUSE”. The idea was to develop and market an educational coding toy to spark young girls’ interest in STEM. The team won the Long Island Business Plan Competition-regional level. It was the first time for_ Farmingdale State College students to win the grand prize at the regional level, product category level. The team won $10,000
the MET 4100 curriculum. The subject of this newly developed project is todesign (start-to-finish) an HVAC system to satisfy the heating load requirements for the twoMET laboratories in the ET Department. This course is a senior level course, and at this level,the students already have prior general knowledge of technical drawing and drafting, heattransfer, psychometric chart, and duct design. To better facilitate the access to the technicalinformation, a lesson plan discussing the benefits of using the University’s library resources andan online LibGuide webpage (https://libguides.utoledo.edu/MET4100) were created and added tothe course’s Blackboard platform. The webpage lists some of the resources required for theHVAC design project, like e