Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division Poster Session

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael C. Hatfield, University of Alaska, Fairbanks; Catherine F. Cahill, University of Alaska, Fairbanks; John Monahan, University of Alaska, Fairbanks

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

-based sensors for determining the concen- tration, composition, and spatial distribution of atmospheric aerosols. In August 2015, Cathy completed a nineteen-month Congressional Fellowship with the U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Re- sources and returned to UAF to join ACUASI’s leadership team.Dr. John Monahan, University of Alaska, Fairbanks John Monahan is currently the Director of University of Alaska Fairbanks, Upward Bound and Princi- pal Investigator of the National Science Foundations EPSCoR Track 3 ”Modern Blanket Toss” project investigating the use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles in K12 classrooms. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 Low-Cost Fixed

Conference Session

Novel Teaching Methods In Engineering Technology

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John R Haughery, Iowa State University; D. Raj Raman, Iowa State University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

Paper ID #15424Time and Cost Analysis of Implementing a Mechatronic Experience in an En-gineering Technology CourseMr. John R Haughery, Iowa State University John Haughery is currently a graduate fellow in the department of Agriculture and Biosystems Engineer- ing at Iowa State University, where he is pursuing a PhD in Industrial and Agricultural Technology. His technical experience and interests include electrical energy systems, industrial controls, and mechatron- ics. Currently he is researching the integration of mechatronic-based projects into freshman engineering and technology curricula with the intent of

Conference Session

Faculty Development and Research in ET

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ahmed Khan, DeVry University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

Wireless Engineering, Network Engineering, Fiber Optic Communications, Technology and Society, and Project Management. He also advises students on their senior design projects. He is the author of “The Telecommunications Fact Book, 2E” and co-author of “Technology and Society: Crossroads to the 21st Century,” “Technology and Society: A Bridge to the 21st Century,” and “Technology and Society: Issues for the 21st Century and Beyond.” He is a member of ASEE, and a senior member of IEEE. Page 14.627.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Faculty Scholarship and Professional Currency: A Self

Conference Session

Robotics, Automation, and Product Development

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kee M Park, Queensborough Community College

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

the process, students learned to design for manufacturing, build withinmaximum build envelope of the 3D printers, assembly for parts, and resolve fitment issues.Additional parts to be designed include side skirts, motor and battery covers, and a rear wing.The outcome of such learning experiences from this project can be expanded to interdisciplinaryproject oriented courses for engineering students to enhance their learning experiences.IntroductionThe goal of this project is to introduce new technology in the class room and inspire studentsabout using 3D printers for design and manufacturing processes. Most engineering colleges havebeen providing outdated technologies in current high technology era. Engineering studentsexperience lack of next

Conference Session

Issues and Directions in ET Education & Administration: Part II

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Daniel Johnson, Rochester Institute of Technology; Brian Thorn, Rochester Institute of Technology

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

tenured and tenure track faculty are expected to perform scholarly work, but this may or maynot include sponsored research at any given time. While some faculty work plans are morefocused on research than others, in most cases when research projects are approved, teachingassignments must be offloaded to free up the required people. Lecturers and adjunct faculty fillthis need, but it is possible to outstrip the existing supply, and often difficult to bring on newtalent with short notice. In the tables and models that follow the number of individual faculty ineach proposal, the full time equivalent amount of effort promised in the project plan, theequivalent effort of graduate students, and the total amount of funding is identified. It should

Conference Session

Innovation in ECET Programs

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Li Tan, Purdue University, North Central; Jean Jiang, Purdue University, North Central

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

labs. Each developed lab requires bothMATLAB simulations and real-time DSP using a floating-point digital signal processor,TX320TMS67C13 DSK. In addition, students are required to develop comprehensive real-timeDSP projects and demonstrate their working projects in class.We will outline our course learning outcomes and DSP laboratories with both MATLABsimulations and hands-on real-time DSP. Then, we will focus on describing real-time DSPpedagogies for our laboratory implementations. We will also examine the course assessmentaccording to our collected data from course evaluation, student surveys and student course work,and finally we will address improvement of the course based on our assessment.I. IntroductionThe application and use of digital

Conference Session

Student Learning Techniques & Practices in Engineering Technology

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

B. Sridhara, Middle Tennessee State University; Joseph Prince, Middle Tennessee State University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

absorbers.Introduction The Engineering Technology (ET) program at Middle Tennessee State University hasthree concentrations; computer, electromechanical and mechanical. The mechanical engineeringtechnology (MET) concentration was started in 2004 fall and currently we have approximatelyone hundred majors. Our students are required to take several ET and MET courses includingEngineering Fundamentals and Vibration. Our objective is to introduce hands-on projects in asmany courses as possible so that the students better understand the theory and its applications toengineering systems and components. We feel there is a great need for such projects to alleviatethe fear of mathematics in our students in courses such as Vibration. In this paper, we look atthree

Conference Session

Issues and Direction in ET Education and Administration: Part II

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Spang, Burlington County College; Vladimir Genis, Drexel University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

investigator on both NSF and NASA grants, as Adjunct Professor of Project Management (cost, risk, contract & procurement) at the Keller Graduate School of Management and as Adjunct Professor of Material Science at SUNY Maritime College. Dr. Spang has also served on the Editorial Board of the International Materials Reviews, a publication of ASM International and is a frequent reviewer of ASEE proceeding submissions.Vladimir Genis, Drexel University Dr. Vladimir Genis, Associate Professor and Program Director of Applied Engineering Technology in the Goodwin College, Drexel University, taught and developed graduate and undergraduate courses in physics, electronics, nondestructive testing

Conference Session

Robotics, Automation, and Product Development

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

currently a partner in a small start-up venture. He received his BS degree in electrical engineering (1975) from California State University, Sacramento, and his MS (1980) and DE (1983) degrees in industrial engineering from Texas A&M University. His educa- tion and research interests include project management, innovation and entrepreneurship, and embedded product/system development.Dr. Jay R Porter P.E., Texas A&M University Jay R. Porter joined the Department of Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution at Texas A&M University in 1998 and is currently the Program Coordinator for the Electronics Systems Engineering Technology Program. He received the BS degree in electrical engineering (1987), the

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division Poster Session

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jiliang Li P.E., Purdue University - Northwest

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

Paper ID #14894Using Google Earth in the Study of Shoreline Erosion ProcessProf. Jiliang Li P.E., Purdue University - Northwest Jiliang Li, Ph.D., P.E., M.ASCE, is an Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering at Purdue University Northwest, North Central Campus. Before coming back to teach at University, he had industrial expe- rience in several States with projects consulting experience ranging from small residential, commercial and subdivision projects to large scale State DOT and federal projects after additional courses work and research study of geotechnical engineering at UAkron. He has strong teaching interests

Conference Session

TC2K Methods and Models

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Cottrell, University of North Carolina-Charlotte

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

discipline specific lab equipment 2. Demonstrate effective skills in the development and presentation of team projects. i. Exhibit effective team skills. ii. Present oral reports. iii. Produce a written reports. iv. Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner. 3. Exhibit knowledge and skills consistent with the expectations of a practicing engineering technologist. i. Take part in continued education and/or training. ii. Participate in appropriate activities or organizations, or obtain employment in a relevant position. iii. Perform tasks in a professional manner. 4. Generate creative and realistic solutions to defined problems and projects. i

Conference Session

Recruitment and Retention Matters in Engineering Technology

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jason K. Durfee, Eastern Washington University; William R. Loendorf, Eastern Washington University; Donald C. Richter, Eastern Washington University; Terence L. D. Geyer, Eastern Washington University; Doris M. Munson, Eastern Washington University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

Ph.D. degrees in engineering from the University of Arkansas. He holds a Professional Engineer certification and worked as an Engineer and Engineering Manger in industry for 20 years before teaching. His interests include project management, HVAC, robotics/automation, and air pollution dispersion modeling.Prof. Terence L. D. Geyer, Eastern Washington University Terence Geyer is the Director of Distance Education in the Department of Engineering and Design at Eastern Washington University. He obtained his B.S. in manufacturing technology and M.Ed. in adult education in a specially combined program of technology and education at Eastern Washington University. His interests include collecting and re-manufacturing older

Conference Session

Assessment & Continuous Improvement in ECET: Part II

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Youakim Al Kalaani, Georgia Southern University; Shonda Bernadin, GSU

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

identified by EET faculty as qualifying measures forevaluating the program outcomes. These measures can be categorized as: I- Direct Measures: ≠ Multiple course-level outcomes, typically measured with standards established in a rubric that contribute to a program level outcome. ≠ Single and multiple faculty assessments of a student presentation using a rubric- based assessment tool. ≠ Peer assessment of a student presentation using a rubric-based assessment tool. ≠ Faculty evaluation of a senior project. ≠ Faculty evaluation of student laboratory reports. Assessment is made from selected technical courses from across the curriculum. II- Indirect Measures

Conference Session

Curriculum in Civil Engineering Technology

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrew Rose, University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

communication tool. The AmericanSociety of Civil Engineers (ASCE) recognizes that the ability to communicate effectively is arequired outcome for civil engineering education, noting that in addition to written and oralcommunication skills, graphical communication is also important when interacting withtechnical and non-technical individuals.1Importance and Use of Hand-Drawn SketchesKivett2 notes free-hand sketching can quickly convey technical information to diverse audiences.At public meetings for proposed projects, clients often prefer free-hand architectural sketchesrather than CAD drawings since hand-drawn sketches imply the design is not set in stone,whereas the public may perceive the project as unalterable when CAD drawings are used.2According

Conference Session

ETAC/ABET-Related Issues

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Byron G. Garry, South Dakota State University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

in education, as a function of accountability.This last point falls under the umbrella of the phrase culture of evidence, which is currentlypopular among policy and assessment experts. It captures the belief that colleges can enhancestudent learning and success if they systematically collect and examine data8. Suskie9 states thatfor good assessment to happen, the instructor at the start needs to “develop clearly articulatedwritten statements of expected learning outcomes”, that is, what the students know and will beable to do by the end of the course. Ewell5 calls this the “Improvement Paradigm”, which canembrace many kinds of evidence-gathering, including standardized and faculty-designedexaminations, capstone projects, demonstrations

Conference Session

Software Applications in ET Programs

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Maher M Murad, University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown; Brian L Houston P.E., University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

Paper ID #12669Influence of Integrating GPS and Civil 3D in Engineering Technology CoursesDr. Maher M Murad, University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown Dr. Maher Murad is a faculty member in the Civil Engineering Technology department at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Dr. Murad served as a visiting professor at Bucknell University. He also has overseas teaching and professional experience. He worked as a technical manager at Modern Contracting and as a highway project manager at Acer Freeman Fox International. He is a licensed professional engineer (P.E.) in the state of Ohio. Dr. Murad received a Masters degree in

Conference Session

Construction ET/Technology Curriculum

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kevin Behling, Purdue University; Mark Shaurette, Purdue University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

reconstruction segments of the construction industry. These research projects willhelp the industry overcome challenges, will provide faculty with field experience that can beshared in the classroom and, through publication, will help to build a body of knowledge for thedemolition and reconstruction segments of the construction industry.This paper will be of significance to those interested in demolition and reconstruction educationin addition to those seeking to develop new curricula, particularly specializations. Specifically,this paper will detail the process from engaging an industry segment or segments to developingthe actual courses in the newly developed specialization.BackgroundConstruction is central to the basic human needs of “food, shelter

Conference Session

Multimedia and Distance Learning

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Roger Owensby, Bluefield State College; Akhtar Safder, Bluefield State College; Bruce Mutter, Bluefield State College

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

, and assorted forms. Classdiscussions, conferencing, forums and real-time project reviews will utilize current “chat-room”technology and newly emerging conference software applications. Testing opportunities will bedevised through models similarly employed by our own CART CMS allowing online mine sitevignettes and projects. The research will determine the extent and volume that portfoliomaterials will be allowed to be used as submissions for program requirements.The research will analyze the hardware needs required by the institution for the delivery of theprogram and by students taking the individual courses. Cost analysis will include the cost ofdelivery of the program, individual courses, and impacts on faculty resources. Research

Conference Session

ECET Curriculum

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert Adams, Western Carolina University; James Zhang, Western Carolina University; Paul Yanik, Western Carolina University; Kenneth Burbank, Western Carolina University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

Ken Burbank is an Associate Professor and Director of Electrical Engineering at Western Carolina University. Dr. Burbank is active with IEEE, SME, and TAC of ABET, and strives to bring practical engineering activities into the classroom. His current project is the development of a photonics program within the Electrical Engineering curriculum. Page 11.41.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2006 A Digital Logic Based Experimental Design of a DSP/Communication System for ECET StudentsAbstractThis article discusses the results of a senior design

Conference Session

Successful Grant Proposals

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stephen Kuyath, University of North Carolina-Charlotte; Deborah Sharer, University of North Carolina-Charlotte

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

technologists. The strategy is to engage high schoolstudents in engineering activities through engineering and engineering technology clubs (calledJETS clubs) in the nine-county region around Charlotte1 (the clubs were established during thefirst year of the project). As members of the club, students participate in fun and engaging hands-on activities and competitions designed to pique their interest engineering and engineeringtechnology. Each school opens membership in the club to all high school students, but teachersparticipating in the project are encouraged to ensure that at least 50 percent of their members arefrom underrepresented groups (females, African American, Native Americans, and HispanicAmericans). Throughout the academic year, UNC

Conference Session

EET Papers 1

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jai P. Agrawal, Purdue University Northwest; Yoonill Lee, Purdue University Northwest; Omer Farook, Purdue University Northwest

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

combines the fundamental concepts of frequency spectrum of signals andnoise, multiplication of signals, filtering, oscillators and the voltage control of their frequency,phase locked loop, frequency synthesis and conversion, antenna analysis and design with the con-cepts of bandwidth of digital signals, analog to digital conversion, multiplexing of digital signals,coding, digital modulation, and multiple-access communication techniques. In this course, emphasisis put on design and simulation of digital transmitter and receiver engines, introducing the tech-niques of over-the-Internet communication, and Internet of Things (IoT) to effect long distancemonitoring and task execution. A small project is also assigned to students select their own

Conference Session

Student Learning Techniques & Practices in Engineering Technology

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Vladimir Genis, Drexel University; Warren Rosen, Drexel University; Richard Chiou, Drexel University; William Danley, Drexel University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

included creation of the educationallaboratories that can significantly contribute to the development of technologically literate students andworkforce that could be in great demand not only in the tri-state area but also nationwide. Severallaboratory- and project-based courses were developed and four of them, such as NondestructiveEvaluation of Materials, Programmable Logic Controllers, Measurements, and Robotics andMechatronics, are described in this paper.1. IntroductionThe Applied Engineering Technology (AET) program at Drexel University was initiated as a response tojob- and education-related issues expressed by government, academic institutions and industries acrossthe nation. Since fall of 2002, Drexel has been offering its AET major in

Conference Session

Themes in Renewable Energy and ET

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Immanuel Edinbarough P.E., University of Texas, Brownsville

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

c American Society for Engineering Education, 2013 EXPERIMENTAL STUDY ON THE OPTIMUM HARVESTING OF SUNLIGHT FOR AN EFFICIENT SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMAbstractRenewable energy plays an important role in the support and growth of the world economy,especially in periods of fluctuating prices of fossil fuels. Among the renewable energy sources,solar energy provides specific advantages in space utilization, versatility, relatively-lowmaintenance, and quick payback. The awareness of, and exposure to, solar energy projects on thepart of engineering technology students is vital for the development of a highly-skilledworkforce in this rapidly-growing field. This paper presents the design and development, to

Conference Session

ETAC, ABET, & STEM Programs

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nasser Alaraje, Michigan Technological University; Aleksandr Sergeyev, Michigan Technological University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

colleges, andestablished industry partners. This paper will discuss the development of the digital systemscurriculum module that can easily be integrated into existing high school technology courseshaving electrical/electronic content. One goal of this project is to provide resources that willassist high school curriculum coordinators in linking this module to high school technologycurriculum. The course emphasizes on digital logic circuits. Number systems, codes, Booleanalgebra, logic gates, combinational logic, sequential logic circuits. Students will become familiarwith the basic digital systems and develop skills in digital design using VHDL and FPGA. I. IntroductionTechnologists trained on modern reconfigurable electronics will change the

Conference Session

Novel Teaching Methods In Engineering Technology

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ying Lin, Western Washington University; Todd D. Morton, Western Washington University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

, and Circuit Analysis.Prof. Todd D. Morton, Western Washington University Todd Morton has been teaching the upper level embedded systems and senior project courses for Western Washington University’s Electronics Engineering Technology(EET) program for 25 years. He has been the EET program coordinator since 2005 and also served as department chair from 2008-2012. He is the author of the text ’Embedded Microcontrollers’, which covers assembly and C programming in small real-time embedded systems and has worked as a design engineer at Physio Control Corporation and at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory as an ASEE-NASA Summer Faculty Fellow. He has a BSEE and MSEE from the University of Washington

Conference Session

Issues in Mechanical Engineering Technology I

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hazem Tawfik P.E., State University of New York, Farmingdale; Yeong Ryu, State University of New York, Farmingdale

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

with a Ph.D. and Master of Philosophy in Mechan- ical Engineering in 1994. He has served as an associate professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology at Farmingdale State College (SUNY) since 2006. In addition, he has conducted various research projects at Xerox Corporation (1994-1995), Hyundai Motor Corporation (1995-1997), and New Jersey Institute of Technology (2001-2003). He has been teaching and conducting research in a broad range of areas of system identification and control of nonlinear mechatronic systems and vibrations in structures requir- ing precision pointing to eliminate the detrimental effects of such diverse disturbance sources. He has authored or co-authored more than 70 publications. His work

Conference Session

Diversity and K-12 Issues

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Seyed Allameh, Northern Kentucky University; Thomas Brackman, Northern Kentucky University; C. Dale Elifrits, Northern Kentucky University; Morteza Sadat-Hossieny, Northern Kentucky University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

better educational opportunities for them.Student Learning OutcomesStudents who participated in this program were expected to be able to: • describe the mechanical and manufacturing engineering technology program’s courses, laboratories, types of training, and job opportunities • describe nanotechnology, microelectromechanical systems, biomimetics, robotic construction using biologically inspired materials, project management • make basic drawings, make biomimicked materials, and characterize them using optical and electron microscopy • make a more informed decision about their choice of collegeCross Links between Among the Program Objectives, Vision 2015, and NKUStrategic Agenda

Conference Session

Recruiting and Retention

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gary Crossman, Old Dominion University; Anthony Dean, Old Dominion University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

times during the semester.Course TopicsAs mentioned before, the major goal of the two freshman engineering course is to reduceattrition from the College, particularly at the freshman level. To accomplish this, all freshman Page 11.835.3students are introduced to the various disciplines using various design concepts and projects.Since each engineering discipline has five weeks, most have developed design projectsappropriate to their discipline that can be performed in groups in that period of time. This is alsotrue of the second engineering technology module with a construction project. However, the firstengineering technology module, where

Conference Session

Curriculum in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology: Part II

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Li Tan, Purdue University, North Central; Jean Jiang, DeVry University, Decatur, GA

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

our teaching methods, which include real-time signalprocessing laboratories using low-cost DSP processors, and hands-on projects. We will alsopresent a course assessment and outcome, which will include how the students apply their gainedDSP knowledge to their capstone senior projects. Finally, we will address the possibleimprovement of the course content and associated laboratories.I. IntroductionDigital signal processing (DSP) technology and its advancements have continuously impactedthe disciplines of electrical, computer, and biomedical engineering technology programs. This isdue to the fact that DSP technology plays a key role in many current applications of electronics,which include digital telephones, cellular phones, digital satellites

Conference Session

Graduate Education in ETD

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Enrique Barbieri, University of North Texas; Vassilios Tzouanas, University of Houston, Downtown

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology, Graduate Studies

profession; and (iii) thephilosophy of research in ETEC. Although examples may be drawn from any ETEC area, thepresentation centers around the requirements of an M.S. in ETEC – Systems Control Technologyusing a graduate level course in modern control systems to discuss pre-requisites, mathematicsdepth, the typical requirements and specifications language used in the design of a moderncontrol system, the tools and techniques needed to solve the problem, and the fulfilledexpectations regarding the philosophy of research in ETEC. Two recent Project and Thesisexamples in the SCT track are also highlighted to illustrate program results. Ultimately, ETECprograms at the undergraduate and graduate levels continue to play a critical role in increasingthe