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Conference Session
A Technology Potpourri II
Collection
2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Duong Vu, Duy Tan University-Vietnam; Ashfaq Ahmed P.E., Purdue University Northwest; Omer Farook, Purdue University Northwest
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Diversity
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Engineering Technology
or studio setting thatintegrates both lecture and laboratory work in the same environment. The course interactivelydeveloped student's understanding of: the product design process, project management skills, andengineering practice principles while keeping track of the economic aspects of the design. Theteam based approach provided students with the opportunity to discuss alternative design ideasand work on their communication and interpersonal skills [6]. In addition, the setup of thiscourse also played an important role in meeting ABET general Criteria, Criterion 3 -Student Outcomes a -k. The course covers (a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h, k) [7].Essentially, recycling and re-manufacturing would allow production of new products with lowermaterial
Conference Session
Student Recruitment and Retention in ET Programs
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Alka R Harriger, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Bradley C. Harriger, Purdue University, West Lafayette
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Diversity
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Engineering Technology
its steering committee for several years. He has invested over twenty-five years in the development and maintenance of a multimillion dollar manufacturing laboratory facility complete with a full scale, fully integrated manufacturing sys- tem. Professor Harriger has been a Co-PI on two NSF funded grants focused on aerospace manufacturing education and is currently a Co-PI on the NSF funded TECHFIT project, a middle school afterschool pro- gram that teaches students how to use programmable controllers and other technologies to design exercise games. Additionally, he co-organizes multiple regional automation competitions for an international con- trols company
Conference Session
Project-based Learning in ET Programs
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Yonghui Wang, Prairie View A&M University; Suxia Cui, Prairie View A&M University
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Engineering Technology
IT Specialist in IBM China, Beijing, China. From 2000 to 2003, he was a research assistant with the Visualization, Analysis, and Imaging Laboratory (VAIL), the GeoResources Institute (GRI), Mississippi State University. He is currently an Associate Professor with the Department of Engineering Technology, Prairie View A&M University, Prairie View, TX. His research interests include digital signal processing, image and video coding, and wavelets.Dr. Suxia Cui, Prairie View A&M University Suxia Cui is an associate professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU). She joined PVAMU right after she obtained her Ph.D. degree in Com- puter Engineering
Conference Session
Subjects in 3D Printing and ET Programs
Collection
2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Rex C Kanu, Purdue University (Statewide Technology); Caleb Hale, Purdue Polytechnic Institute; Patrick O'Neal Piper, Ivy Tech Community College
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Diversity
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Engineering Technology
part files were imported into the 3D printing machine as STL files. Figures 4 and5 show the Makerbot® and Lulzbot® machines used in printing the tensile test specimens. Eventhough these machines were easily accessible to the students, they had to be trained on how torun them by the laboratory technician. Figure 6 shows some of the tensile specimens that were3D printed and tested. All tensile test specimens were 3D printed at 100% fill with ± 45º rasterangle. After 3D printing the specimens, they were conditioned for over 40 hours at roomtemperature and at ~50% relative humidity, according to the standard practice for conditioningplastics for testing described in ASTM D 618-14. Following the conditioning of the specimens,an Instron materials
Conference Session
Student Recruitment and Retention in ET Programs and Labs in ET Programs
Collection
2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Alka R Harriger, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Bradley C. Harriger, Purdue University, West Lafayette
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Engineering Technology
its steering committee for several years. He has invested over twenty-five years in the development and maintenance of a multimillion dollar manufacturing laboratory facility complete with a full scale, fully integrated manufacturing sys- tem. Professor Harriger has been a Co-PI on two NSF funded grants focused on aerospace manufacturing education and is currently a Co-PI on the NSF funded TECHFIT project, a middle school afterschool pro- gram that teaches students how to use programmable controllers and other technologies to design exercise games. Additionally, he co-organizes multiple regional automation competitions for an international con- trols company. c American Society for
Conference Session
ETD Projects
Collection
2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University; Keith L. Coogler, Sam Houston State University
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Diversity
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Engineering Technology
paper, and time spent in the laboratory environment. Theclass was evaluated by the professor to assess the students’ success in learning and theeffectiveness of resources that may be required for future engineering-related interdisciplinaryclasses.II. ObjectivesThe main objective of the projects in this course is for interdisciplinary students to work as teamsto develop and/or improve hands-on skills as they work with other students from different fieldsof study. The projects are assigned to obtain objectives which involve the design anddevelopment of a variety of engineering and technology-related projects in order to fulfill theeducational goals of their field of studies. Students are also tasked to learn how to workeffectively with others as
Conference Session
ET Pedagogy III
Collection
2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access
Authors
Sonia Travaglini, Stanford University; Sheri Sheppard, Stanford University; Helen L. Chen, Stanford University
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Diversity
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Engineering Technology
interaction (a conceptual knowledge competency), and within Mechanical Engineeringthe method was used to build mastery of experimental testing (a practical skill competency).4.2 – SEEF activities to move forward an agenda of active learning in experimentalcourses—a course designed around active learning.Example 1: A SEEF being the lead in course design – With the support of the MechanicalEngineering Undergraduate Curriculum Committee, Professor Sheri Sheppard, the members ofthe Designing Education Laboratory, Scott Crawford, and Lester Su, a key focus for the SEEFwas developing the ME2: Experimental Problem Solving for Engineers. In the Department ofMechanical Engineering, the need to master a wide range of math-heavy topics common to alldegree
Conference Session
ET Pedagogy I
Collection
2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access
Authors
Hazem Tawfik, State University of New York; Yeong Ryu, State University of New York
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Diversity
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Engineering Technology
Paper ID #30318EXPERIMENTAL TESTING OF THE PROTON EXCHANGE MEMBRANE(PEM) HYDROGEN FUELCELL PERFORMANCE WITH NANO-GRAPHENE OXIDEDr. Hazem Tawfik P.E., State University of New York, College of Technology at Farmingdale Prof. Tawfik obtained his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, from University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. He has held a number of industrial & academic positions and affiliations with organizations that included Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL), Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), Stony Brook University (SBU), Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Atomic Energy of Canada Inc., Ontario Hydro
Conference Session
Electrical Engineering Technology Curriculum
Collection
2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Nasser Alaraje, Michigan Technological University; Joanne DeGroat, Ohio State University; Aurenice Oliveira
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Engineering Technology
laboratory experienceswhich contribute significantly to students’ success.3 Course ObjectivesDue to increase demand of FPGA designers, the intention of this course is to give students areal-world experience on FPGA logic design and give them the necessary training with industrywidely used design tools, XILINX ISE webPACK, ModelSim simulation tool, and FPGA designimplementation on XILINX SPARTAN FPGA evaluation board. The long term objectives of thiscourse is to provide a learning opportunity at the School of Technology which will result in aresearch activities focused on FPGA design, this research would provide more in-depth trainingfor senior students and engage undergraduate students in applied research opportunity at SoT
Conference Session
Graduate Education in Engineering Technology
Collection
2008 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Bimal Nepal, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne (Eng); Jihad Albayyari, Indiana-Purdue University
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Engineering Technology
, M., “Curriculum analysis of industrial technology, engineering technology and engineering manufacturing programs in a single educational environment”, Proceedings of the 2007, American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference Exposition. 8. Callahan, R. N., Amos, S.J. and Strong, S.D., “Developing practical skills for quality assurance and metrology applications in manufacturing”, Proceedings of the 2004 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference Exposition. 9. Hossain, A., “Determining process capability of an industrial process in laboratory using computer aided hardware and software tools” 10. Domblesky, J., Rice, and J., Cariapa, V, “Closing competencies gaps in
Conference Session
Educating for Results: Tools used in Engineering Technology
Collection
2008 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Alok Verma, Old Dominion University
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Engineering Technology
AC 2008-146: INTRODUCING HANDS-ON SIMULATION ACTIVITIES ININTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING & ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY CLASSTO KEEP STUDENTS ENGAGEDAlok Verma, Old Dominion University Dr. Alok K. Verma is Ray Ferrari Professor and, Director of the Lean Institute at Old Dominion University. He also serves as the Director of the Automated Manufacturing Laboratory and MET Program Director. Alok received his B.S. in Aeronautical Engineering from IIT Kanpur, MS in Engineering Mechanics and PhD in Mechanical Engineering from ODU. Prof. Verma is a licensed professional engineer in the state of Virginia, a certified manufacturing engineer and has certifications in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma. He has
Conference Session
Diversity, Recruiting, and Retention in ET
Collection
2006 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Jeffrey Richardson, Purdue University; Emily Toner, Purdue University
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Engineering Technology
involves the basic design of a learning device to teach auser the name of numbers and how to spell them. The facilitator leads the participants tothe development system described earlier. In preparation for the workshop, eachparticipant has been provided with a laboratory station fully equipped to develop a toy.Since the identity of the numbers will be encoded in a binary fashion, the binarynumbering system is briefly taught to the workshop participants. Once the binarynumbering system has been demonstrated, binary patterns are assigned to the individualnumbers. These binary patterns will be set on the toggle switches to identify the numberof interest.The binary numbers are read by the microcontroller through a program developed withthe C
Conference Session
Innovative Curriculum & non-Technical Skills
Collection
2006 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Austin Asgill, Southern Polytechnic State University
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Engineering Technology
new technical courses to a core of ECET, mathematics, English, science, and socialscience courses. The program will be structured within the 130 credit-hour limit set by theBoard of Regents. Eighteen (18) hours will be allocated to Biomedical Engineering Technologyspecific courses created for the program; Fifty-two (52) hours constitute a core of ECETtechnical courses; Sixty (60) hours are for the mathematics, science, English, and social sciencecore.Table 1 lists the ECET courses that will be part of the EET-BSBMET degree option. TheBiomedical Engineering Technology courses are identified. Weekly lecture hours, laboratoryhours, and total credit hours are also provided. Laboratory exercises will be conducted for 12out of the 15 weeks in each
Conference Session
Graduate Education and Undergraduate Research in ET
Collection
2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Mean-Shang Chen, Central Michigan University; Michael Chan, China Travel Ship Management Limited; Dru Wilson, Central Michigan University
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Engineering Technology
Composite Tooling no additional equipmentIET 694 Independent Study 3 D printer, 3D body scanner, etc. Table 1. The Software/equipment Used in Different CoursesProcedures for making both a composite mold and a composite part were also recommendedbased on an intensive hands-on experience from the laboratory. It proved in this study that theintegration of these technologies provided a seamless transition from one technology to another.It showcased a very effective and efficient approach that is not difficult to follow.Integration of Various TechnologiesFigure 2 displays how various technologies were integrated in producing a stronger part. Astrategy was developed based on the technologies available
Conference Session
Industrial Collaborations and Applications
Collection
2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
John Marshall, University of Southern Maine
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Engineering Technology
reading and calculating, have students analyze, engage actively in class,and apply their learning in both a laboratory environment and in industrial-basedinternships. Global competitiveness will require that graduates be both analyticallyproficiency problem solvers, team players, and technically literate.Just as the task of learning is an individual process, the role of an educator is amultifaceted occupation, and for those in engineering and technology, the challenge iseven greater. Few occupations are as essential to the advancement of a technical societyas that of an educator. It is through quality education that we prepare individuals for thechallenges of today and those of tomorrow.Bibliography1. Free Management Library, Problem Solving
Conference Session
Graduate Education and Undergraduate Research-related Issues
Collection
2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Sidi Berri, New York City College of Technology; Andy Zhang, New York City College of Technology; Gaffar Barakat Gailani, New York City College of Technology
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Engineering Technology
and findings at conferences.Examples of research projectsStudents involved in research are first interviewed by faculty members. All students fill outsurveys about team work and their expectations of the research work. Based on the interviewstudents are selected and placed in teams.Pictures below show examples of research projects from the new mechatronis laboratory. Eachteam learns to follow a time line and the team leader submits a progress report every week. Page 25.740.5Picture 1: A Robot Prototype Controlled by Custom Made Arduino Micro-controller Picture 2: Rear Suspension System and Differential System Picture 3
Conference Session
Industry Sponsored Research and Project Initiatives in Industrial Technology & Industrial Engineering Technology
Collection
2010 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Michael Johnson, Texas A&M University; Akshay Parthasarathy, Texas A&M University
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Engineering Technology
AC 2010-1007: A STUDENT PROJECT EXAMINING ALTERNATIVEASSESSMENT METHODS FOR STRUCTURAL COMPONENTSMichael Johnson, Texas A&M University Johnson is an assistant professor in the Department of Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution at Texas A&M University. Prior to joining the faculty at Texas A&M, he was a senior product development engineer at the 3M Corporate Research Laboratory in St. Paul, Minnesota for three years. He received his B.S. in mechanical engineering from Michigan State University and his S.M. and Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Johnson’s research focuses on design tools, specifically, the cost modeling and analysis of product
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
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Engineering Technology
, laboratory equipment and space are in such short supply that the department isunable to meet instructional demands. Teaching demands in the department under study havebeen shown to have significant variability. [1] When coupled with fluctuations in the level ofsponsored research awards, this variability will lead to significant challenges in meetingdepartmental obligations.This work is based on a series of conversations the authors had regarding the nature of this‘numbers game’ and is an effort to better understand the nature of the variability associated withthis common departmental challenge. In this paper a basic model will be constructed and appliedto a set of realistic department data. In all cases the analysis considers only pending
Conference Session
New Course Development Concepts in ET II
Collection
2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Aaron Alexander, Oklahoma State University; Kenneth Belanus, Oklahoma State University
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Engineering Technology
results to identify theresonant frequencies as part of their lab report.Introduction:A three-tiered structure serves as an excellent platform for students to conduct accelerometervibration measurements and analyze the acquired data with the ubiquitous Fast FourierTransform (FFT). While the concept behind the structure was originally developed at theUniversity of Pittsburgh at Johnstown 1, the current laboratory procedure has expanded theconcept by simplifying the structure, adding in an inexpensive adjustable vibration source thatallows for the exploration of multiple modes, and expanding the mounting possibilities of theaccelerometer(s).In conducting this lab, students gain experience with the mounting and use of accelerometers,learn about
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
, Analysis, and Imaging Laboratory (VAIL), the GeoResources Institute (GRI), Mississippi State University. He is currently an Associate Professor with the Department of Engineering Technology, Prairie View A&M University, Prairie View, Texas. His research interests include image and signal processing, data coding, and scientific visualization.Dr. Yubin Lan, USDA ARS Yubin Lan works as an Agricultural Engineer with Aerial Application Technology Group, Areawide Pest Management Research Unit, USDA-ARS at College Station. He is also an adjunct professor and graduate faculty with Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas. Lan received his B.S. (1982) and M.S
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
ETD Design III: Materials and Metallurgy
Collection
2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Mir M. Atiqullah, Southern Polytechnic State University
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Engineering Technology
finally perform a range ofcreep experiments on the tester. The data on creep rates and times to failure conform to thehypothesis that these would be affected proportionately as stress and temperature are changed.Not only the design and operation of the tester gave the students high level of creep awarenessand knowledge but also the tester and the experimental process now provide opportunities forgenerating experimental creep data for design and research purposes. The design groiup and theresearch students were all very enthusiastic to be part of such a novel laboratory experience. Afew upgrading ideas are being considered for improving the functioning, monitoring, and utilityof the tester.IntroductionProbably the least discussed failure modes in
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
plus five new elective courses. The proposed curriculum was approved by theundergraduate curriculum committee for implementation in the 2010-2011 academic year. Thenew curriculum for the civil engineering technology program is presented in Table 2.The new curriculum in its required technical core provides the students with academicbackground to perform analysis and design in three areas of civil engineering, and allows them toselect a concentration to enhance their knowledge in specific subjects. Courses were modified toprovide more emphasis on practice and application of technology. Laboratory experiences wereadded to several courses to provide time for added learning in standard design, testing andtechnology applicationIndustrial Advisory
Conference Session
Green Renewable Energy and Engineering Technology
Collection
2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Amitabha Bandyopadhyay, State University of New York, Farmingdale
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Engineering Technology
FSC referencelibrarians on print and electronic resources (CDs, Web Sites, and databases) in thecurricular areas being developed.(6) Fifteen of the participants will be involved in “Sustainability CurriculumDevelopment” to research, design, and develop specific curricular components,integrated or linked courses, distinctive learning experiences, new laboratory exercises,etc. in diverse areas of study. For example, one individual or small team might focus onHVAC energy management while another would develop curricula related to green roofs. Page 22.638.5 Timeline and Methods Used To Obtain ResultsMonth Activity Inform
Conference Session
Innovation in ECET Programs
Collection
2010 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Fernando Rios-Gutierrez, Georgia Southern University
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Engineering Technology
. They alsoare able to take advantage of the university’s expanding wireless network, to access the Internetwithout having to go into a computer lab. All class-related documents (lecture notes,assignments, syllabi, and software packages) are available through the wireless network.Lab Environment CharacteristicsThe laboratory for this class counts with 20 workstations that can be used by the students towrite, test and implement their projects. The workstation setting is shown in Figure 1. Figure1. Microcontrollers WorkstationAs can be seen from this figure, each workstation counts with all the hardware and testingequipment that students need to implement their projects. The equipment available on eachstation includes
Conference Session
Engineering Technology Pedagogy 2
Collection
2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access
Authors
Clayton J. Hahola, Montana State University; Kevin R. Cook, Montana State University; William J. Schell IV P.E., Montana State University
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Diversity
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Engineering Technology
the response. In this module, arecorded lecture, a new laboratory experience, and an assignment were created. The DOEmodule targets the remaining assessment objectives of Competency 1 (C1) and Competency 2(C2). DOE was selected for these objectives because it is heavily focused on the hypothesisdevelopment, experimental plan, and data collection points. The laboratory exercises also coverdata analysis and interpretation, which could also target C3 and C4. However, since SPC coversthose topics more directly, the focus of the DOE module is to satisfy C1 and C2. Introduction ofDOE also enabled the incorporation of additional educational components. Specifically, in theDOE lab, students explore the effects of various manufacturing processes on
Conference Session
New Directions for Engineering Technology
Collection
2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access
Authors
Jay R. Porter, Texas A&M University; Michael D. Johnson, Texas A&M University; Andrea M. Ogilvie P.E., Texas A&M University; Christopher Cantrell, Texas A&M University
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Diversity
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Engineering Technology
development, analog/RF electronics, instrumentation, and entrepreneurship.Dr. Michael D. Johnson, Texas A&M University Dr. Michael D. Johnson is a professor in the Department of Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution at Texas A&M University. Prior to joining the faculty at Texas A&M, he was a senior product development engineer at the 3M Corporate Research Laboratory in St. Paul, Minnesota. He received his B.S. in mechanical engineering from Michigan State University and his S.M. and Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Dr. Johnson’s research focuses on engineering education; design tools; specifically, the cost modeling and analysis of product development and manufacturing systems
Conference Session
Engineering Technology Pedagogy 1
Collection
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
components of the arm to bequickly cut out of a single sheet of Lexan. While this approach was effective in demonstratingthe fluid power components used to control the arm, the fluid power system was mechanicallycontrolled, which limits the opportunities to use the tool in a wide range of courses. Figure 4. Excavator Arm Utilizing Layered Lexan Materials Designed at the University of Southern Indiana in 2018 [9]A portable excavator design was developed at Purdue University with the intent of providing atool to teach electro-hydraulic principles in fluid power. This excavator arm takes the approachof providing a small portable demonstrator to students in fluid power laboratories. The designfeatures a lightweight
Conference Session
Issues in Engineering Technology Education II
Collection
2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Otilia Popescu, Old Dominion University; Vukica M. Jovanovic, Old Dominion University
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Engineering Technology
incolleges of arts and science, they are not as much embedded into engineering curriculum17.Examples of engineering writing assignments can include tasks related to a job search, journals,or instructions for some simple projects such as paper airplanes18.Writing across the Electrical Engineering Technology CurriculumThe Electrical Engineering Technology curriculum at Old Dominion University includes severalrequired writing courses, such as English Composition and Engineering Technology InformationLiteracy/Research in freshman year, followed in sophomore year by English Composition coursethat culminates with the preparation of a fully-documented research paper. In upper divisionyears Electrical Power and Machinery Laboratory for example is a writing
Conference Session
Engineering and ET Relationships & Professional Development
Collection
2008 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
James Lambrechts, Wentworth Institute of Technology
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Engineering Technology
courses will have to be replaced.At Wentworth, the ‘hands-on’ aspect of education has several meanings, including;demonstrative laboratory exercises in the engineering mechanics, hydraulics, materials and soilmechanics classes, problem-solving laboratory exercise in structural analysis and structuraldesign, software application exercises in highway design, and design experiences in municipalplanning, foundations, earthwork, water and wastewater treatment subjects. Surveying, which isobviously hands-on, is also part of our present curriculum. What of these elements can weretain, or do we need to retain?We must be cognizant of the ‘hands-on’ elements that enhance student learning, and thisassessment is best made internally. Comment is sought from