Conference Session

ET Curriculum and Programs II

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Sanjeevi Chitikeshi, Old Dominion University; Shirshak K. Dhali P.E., Old Dominion University; Betsey Odell, Commonwealth Center for Advanced Manufacturing ; Vukica M. Jovanovic, Old Dominion University; Cheng Y. Lin P.E., Old Dominion University

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

andautomation areas. These statistics clearly show there is a skill gap between industry needs andwhat current curriculum offers at community college levels and other levels. To fill these skillgap there is a need for industry driven curriculum development and this project reflected thoseissues. Driven by the program objectives, the Old Dominion University (ODU) and CCAMteam developed an approach to formulate the curriculum and courses. Since the mechatronicsprograms are mature, the approach for this project was to piggy-back on these programs tointroduce robotics technology programs into the current offerings. Mechatronics is aninterdisciplinary area of engineering that combines mechanical and electrical engineering and

Conference Session

ET Peripherals

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nasser Alaraje, Michigan Technological University; Mohammed Sayer Elaraj, Alaqsa University

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

career. Table 1: Male/Female Students Response - Part 1The first part of the survey Survey Questions Male Femaleconsisted of three questions on the 1. My school did prepare me extremely well for 3.00 3.46 college?quality of K-12 education in State 2. Preparing female students for career in STEM 3.85 4.65of Qatar in preparing students for a should be a top priority for schools in QatarSTEM careers. Students were asked 3. Comparing to other countries, Qatar is a doing 3.85 3.86to rank their viewpoints based on a a great job in teaching STEMscale of 1 to 5 with 5 being Strongly Agree and 1 being Strongly Disagree. Table 1 reflect

Conference Session

ET Curriculum and Programs I

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Jikai Du, SUNY College at Buffalo

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Engineering Technology

from the two schools were paired up and worked together to develop andintroduce innovative teaching practices that have been tailored for different majors. Forengineering technology education, hands-on real-world problems and approved applied learningtechniques were emphasized and integrated into student learning experiences. Industrial standardsoftware, industrial instrumentation, and new industrial measuring techniques were introduced inlab projects. Structured reflection techniques were used to monitor and manage student projectactivities both inside and outside classrooms. The student evaluation data in first year show thatsuch techniques not only can greatly increase student involvement in class activities, but also canbetter prepare

Conference Session

Computer ET Projects and Applications

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gary Steffen, Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne

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Engineering Technology

into the CPET Local AreaNetworking course of the curriculum.Student PortfoliosCustomarily, portfolios have been used as a tool to showcase for artist’s accomplishments.Maintaining a portfolio in the classroom today has been found to have many uses both to theinstructor and student. A portfolio created either written or in electronic form contains astudent’s work from start to finish that allows the instructor as well as the student, to evaluate thestrengths and weaknesses of a project. The contents of such a document can be very diverse andcan reflect the students’ creativity. A well defined portfolio can demonstrate studentcomprehension of the student and serve as an excellent assessment tool.A student portfolio is a collection of evidence

Conference Session

New Course Development Concepts in ET

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ronald H Rockland, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Linda Hirsch, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Levelle Burr-Alexander, New Jersey Institute of Technology; John D. Carpinelli, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Howard S. Kimmel, New Jersey Institute of Technology

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Engineering Technology

each week (or in the case of multi-week modules,for each learning module), individual outcomes were developed, and assessed. Theseweekly/module learning outcomes were related to the overall course learning outcomes.Questions and problems were used to assess the students’ success in developing the skills andknowledge specified by the learning outcome(s) that was related to the various learning objects. For each week (or for each module) students had the ability to upload a “Reflection” document.This document, which was not a required assignment, enabled students to identify problems,concerns or positive results for the week’s learning and assignments. The use of these“Reflection” documents was to identify to the author areas of concerns or

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Curriculum Innovations

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Larry Alfonso Villasmil Urdaneta, Rochester Institute of Technology; Rob Garrick, Rochester Institute of Technology

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Engineering Technology

, and ‘reasonable’ explanations for howand why things work, over many years of experience. It should be expected that they wouldnaturally ‘resist’ any contradiction or ‘discrepancy’ when presented correct but conflictinginformation. Page 25.734.3In his review, Zacharia2 points to previous research that concluded that fostering conceptualchange requires challenging students with ‘discrepant events’ to contradict their conceptionsprovoking a cognitive conflict that causes reflection and resolution. These discrepant events andsignificant experience can be provided both through the use of laboratory inquiry-basedexperimentation and through the

Conference Session

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

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

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Engineering Technology

literature outline methods by which institutions can meet the variousnon-technical course rigor requirements. One such effort involves the improvement of thewriting skills of a group of undergraduate engineering students as presented by Yalvac et al.9Innovative educational methods such as role-play (a non-traditional technique for a technologyeducation program) have been identified as helping improve difficult writing skills, such asargumentation and synthesis. Of particular importance cited by the authors is the necessity tofacilitate any writing assignments in such a way as to allow students ample time to receivefeedback, reflect on their learning, and appropriately revise their work. Another effortspecifically focused on writing improvement by

Conference Session

STEM Issues

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Elizabeth Dell, Rochester Institute of Technology; Jeanne Christman, Rochester Institute of Technology; Jennifer A. O'Neil, Rochester Institute of Technology

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

mentor has the right attributes, which include: [34] a. An underlying helping, teaching-learning, reflective, and desire-to-mentor nature. b. Identity as a coach/sponsor/role model. c. Character that is respectful, tolerant, non-judgmental, and trustworthy. d. Ability to provide emotional and psychological support. e. Academic knowledge, which enables them to connect the mentee with resources on campus for academic success.Some characteristics that have been documented in the literature to lead to poor mentorship are:dissimilar personalities and habits, self-absorption, manipulative behavior, the delegation ofduty, intentional exclusion, self-promotion, incompetence, sabotage, general dysfunctionalityand deception

Conference Session

Integrating Curriculum and Labs in ET Programs

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ciaran McGoldrick, Trinity College, Dublin; Smita Shivaram, Trinity College, Dublin; Meriel Huggard, Bucknell Univeristy and Trinity, College Dublin

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Engineering Technology

project management. In particular, they must not only deal with the newtechnical challenges presented by UAVs but they must, by necessity, create a safe environment inwhich students can gain hands on experience with the technology 7 .In this paper we reflect on the challenges encountered when evolving existing hands-on andexperiential learning tasks towards a UAV use-case and deployment scenario. The scenario ischallenging - that of automated monitoring and detection of potential failure modes in the rotatingblades of an operational wind turbine. Reliable and robust automated control of a drone in flightaround a moving blade of an operational turbine is extremely difficult and comprises a widediversity of technical and conceptual challenges that

Conference Session

Capstone Projects and Experiential Learning

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

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Engineering Technology

discussed. Explicitly, educators will emphasize regional requirements. With an emphasis on engineering technology, reflection of the current state of performance and regional goals, in this case Indiana, illustrates why an evolving academic curriculum is in order. To compete in a global environment, as part of a large economic region, Indiana falls short. A key to continued competitiveness is a workforce educated and trained for the 21st century. Currently, for an adult population holding a bachelor’s degree, the Hoosier state ranks 41st among all states (tied with TN)6. Furthermore, the aging demographic threatens Indiana’s position as a business friendly environment and may open a gap between the skills a workforce possesses and

Conference Session

A Technology Potpourri II

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Maher Shehadi, Purdue Polytechnic Institute

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Engineering Technology

stepsthat each project-based learning process should follow: (1) defining the expected outcomes fromthe case and relating them to the course learning outcomes; if the outcomes fit into a PBLenvironment, then the instructor should proceed otherwise it might have negative reflections onthe students experiences, (2) defining the requirements such as assignments, projects, discussion,reflections, etc., (3) introducing the PBL to students who might be new to this concept anddiscussing the expectations with them, (4) students do research and brainstorming to define theresources available and check on what is available (in terms of knowledge) and what is needed tobe gained and learned. After that students set roles and hypothesis for their work, (5

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

course did not include a semester projectthat could have been used as the main document for a writing assignment and any writingcomponent in the course should not have taken much weight on the grading scale and was not tobecome a course objective in itself. With that in mind, several low stake writing items wereassigned along the semester including discussions or comments in quizzes, tests or homeworkassignments, and reflection paragraphs on graded tests, while the main writing component of thecourse was an end of the semester paper that each student had to prepare on a chosen topic.Topics were selected from the material studied in class and the collection of papers resulted fromthis assignment were compiled into a class portfolio that was made

Conference Session

Engaging Students in Learning

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Marshall, University of Southern Maine

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Engineering Technology

” or “loose it” brain. Activities designed to engage the brain canhelp grow dendrites, which is the wiring that connects brain cells. The more ways we find toprocess information the stronger learning (i.e., neural connections between brain cells) becomes.Research is proving that to enhance learning, we should be involving students in lessons byproviding a non-threatening environment which allows them time to ask questions, seek Page 14.380.2solutions, reflect, share thinking about a theme or topic, and respond to other's viewpoints.In short, as teachers, we need to be able to accomplish learning by doing. Action helps to growthe brain. The

Conference Session

Interdisciplinary Design Projects in ET

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mindy Breen, Eastern Washington University; Jason Durfee, Eastern Washington University

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Engineering Technology

promotion, while gaining insight into their particular role in therelationship.Thus far, after three quarters of the new Capstone curriculum, student work, comments, andcourse evaluations reflect that the collaborative, problem-based class provides a unique learningexperience for the students. In addition, it is evident that the revised curriculum fosters thesuccessful interaction of multiple disciplines resulting in new levels of synergy, creativity, andproductivity. In the revised Capstone, disciplines join together to blend expertise and create anexperience that is more comprehensive than any could provide alone.IntroductionThe goal of any university student when he or she graduates is to be able to find a job that theyenjoy and can perform

Conference Session

MET Papers 2

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

T. Sean Tavares Ph.D., University of New Hampshire

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Engineering Technology

. Becauseof the low cost of purchase and operation of the pumps, each laboratory group can have its owntest setup. It has been found beneficial to have lab groups swap pumps after a first round oftests. Comparisons of performance results obtained by different groups with a common pumpallows for reflection on discrepancies that may have resulted from differences in experimentaltechniques, care taken with measurements, and differences in compensation for various sourcesof loss (such as hydraulic friction in the pump discharge tubing) which are not necessarilydirectly attributable to the capabilities of the basic pump.IntroductionAn ability to plan, execute, and interpret experimental tests is an important part of the skill setfor engineering technology

Conference Session

ET Pedagogy I

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Larry Himes Jr, Purdue University-Main Campus, West Lafayette (College of Engineering)

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

. Larry Himes, Jr. is currently seeking a full time university faculty position. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2020A Low Cost Kiosk for Student Learning of Human Machine Interface (HMI) Dr. Larry Himes, Jr. (KG9KV)AbstractThe use of touch sensing devices is common in this day and age. Capacitive touch sensing is themost widely used, but there are resistive and reflective means as well. Low cost, simple circuitry,easy to implement and simple to program were the four factors considered for classroom use. Ameans of implementing the touch sensing in an application was another factor. The result was akiosk to be assembled and programmed by Electrical Engineering Technology

Conference Session

Subjects in Renewable Energy and Sustainability in ET

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University; Min Jae Suh, Sam Houston State University; Keith L. Coogler, Sam Houston State University; Ulan Dakeev, Texas A&M University, Kingsville; Kenan Baltaci, University of Wisconsin, Stout

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Engineering Technology

calculator that consists of a latitude-specificsun path diagram covered by a transparent dome. The dome reflects the entire sky and horizonon its surface, indicating the position and extent of shading obstructions. The sun path diagramcan be seen through the dome, illustrating the solar window. The solar window is compared tothe obstruction reflections to determine the dates and times when shading will occur at the site.When a sun position is overlapped by an obstruction, the sun would appears behind theobstruction, and the location is shaded. The pictures of the solar path calculator are shown inFigure 6.Figure 6. Solar pathfinderTo use the Solar Pathfinder™, the unit is located at the proposed array site. It is leveled andoriented to true south

Conference Session

Construction ET/Technology Curriculum

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kevin Behling, Purdue University; Mark Shaurette, Purdue University

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Engineering Technology

handledinappropriately and how similar situations could be avoided. Examples of successfully executedprojects were also related to students. Close coordination of the subject matter presented by eachguest speaker provided the opportunity for specific demolition topic coverage using actualproject examples.Many educators utilize a model developed by Kolb to describe the way in which student movethrough a cycle as they learn. Kolb describes the steps in the cycle as concrete experience,abstract conceptualization, reflective observation, and active experimentation.4,5 Through the use Page 11.456.6of instructional activities that support different aspects of the Kolb

Conference Session

TC2K Methods and Models

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Cottrell, University of North Carolina-Charlotte; Bruce Gehrig, University of North Carolina-Charlotte; Anthony Brizendine, University of North Carolina-Charlotte

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Engineering Technology

ABETaccreditation requirements. The Program Educational Objectives (PEO) were establishedearly on in the history of the program and have undergone extensive refinements over theyears. These changes occurred as a result of consultation with and guidance from ourconstituents, feedback from our established closed-loop continuous assessment andimprovement process, and analysis of ABET guidelines for accreditation. The Civil Engineering Technology (CIET) program outcomes reflect the strategyof continuous improvement that is a primary emphasis in the UNCC Department ofEngineering Technology. As with the program educational objectives, the programoutcomes have undergone an evolutionary process over the years, but have remained thebridge between the Program

Conference Session

New Course Development Concepts in ET

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Biswajit Ray, Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania

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Engineering Technology

biophysical data for heart rate and skin resistance. Themeasurement system outputs skin resistance, heart rate in BPM (beats per minute), and heart ratestatus (e.g., resting, warm up, fat burning, cardio, and hardcore training). Additionally, itactuates a cooling fan for sweat control. For this application, the two contractions that make upthe heart beat (atrial systole and ventricular systole) are used. Because of these contractions, theamount of oxygenated blood changes in the extremities, for example in a fingertip. As shown inFigure 12(a), a reflective optical sensor (e.g., TCRT101014) with a photodiode emits an infraredlight which is absorbed by the deoxygenated blood in a fingertip whereas the oxygenated bloodreflects the infrared light back

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Progress Reports: Part I

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William Loendorf, Eastern Washington University; Donald Richter, Eastern Washington University; Danny Teachman, Eastern Washington University

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Engineering Technology

by all people, to the greatest extent possible, without the need foradaption of specialized design.7, 8, 10” Second, “universal design is the process of creatingproducts (devices, environments, systems, and processes) which are usable by people with thewidest possible range of abilities, operating within the widest possible range of situation(environments, conditions, and circumstances)11.”Seven principles form the foundation for universal design. They are1, 3, 8 equitable use, flexibilityin use, simple and intuitive, perceptible information, tolerance for error, low physical effort, andsize and space for approach and use. These principles reflect designs that are usable by a widevariety of people for a wide range of applications. Other

Conference Session

Unique Developments in Engineering Technology

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Branislav Rosul, College of Dupage; Niaz Latif, Purdue University, Calumet ; Mohammad A. Zahraee, Purdue University, Calumet; Aco Sikoski, Ivy Tech Community College

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Engineering Technology

22.1077.2modularization efforts, along with experiential project-based learning and innovative deliverymethods, will be presented.Modularization and Sequencing of Mechatronics Curriculum The necessity for multi-disciplinary programs, reflecting the industry need for graduateswho can be multi-task-oriented and understand the whole system, is increasing as technologyimproves. Industrial multi-disciplinary skill training programs can be viewed as high-quality,technical teaching programs, particularly when they are supervised and/or taught by aninstitution of higher education3. To serve this need, Purdue University Calumet with thetremendous support of industry, in particular the packaging industry, developed the EngineeringTechnology baccalaureate program

Conference Session

Issues in Engineering Technology Education I

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anne M. Lucietto, Purdue University

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

graduates do not experience this uniformity; therefore, theapplication of identity research directly to this population does not accurately reflect theiridentity. This lack of differentiation limits our knowledge of the engineering technologygraduates’ self-identification. Titles that the engineering technology graduate assumes upongraduation divide this population, and confuses our knowledge of career trajectories.This study is an initial probe into the engineering technology graduate’s identity. This early workwill provide insight for future work in this area. In order to obtain information from engineeringtechnology graduates, the study was distributed through the alumni office. It is thought thatgraduates that belong to the alumni association

Conference Session

ECET Curriculum

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elaine Cooney, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis

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Engineering Technology

how different antenna designs perform in different configurations.Other experiments can demonstrate RF propagation through different mediums. RF transparentmaterials (such as plastic) can be compared to less RF friendly materials. Students can test the Page 11.1098.4absorptive property of liquids by experimenting with tag placement on a bottle of water. Testingtag placement on a box of aluminum foil demonstrates the reflective characteristics of metals.Systems are available at high frequencies (13.56MHz) and ultra high frequencies (915MHz) andcan demonstrate the effect of frequency on RF propagation.As discussed above, working with RFID

Conference Session

ET Pedagogy I

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rustin Webster, Purdue University, New Albany

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Engineering Technology

).OutcomesCourse SurveysStudents at the end of each semester anonymously took a Purdue University created andcirculated course evaluation survey. The survey contains demographic-based questions, PurdueUniversity wide questions about course and instructor, course specific questions, and optionalwritten comments section. Based on the purpose of this paper, the author has chosen to presentthe survey results for the university questions. On the two university questions, students self-reported on their satisfaction of the course and instructor by selecting a response on a five-pointLikert scale (where: 5 = extremely good, 4 = good, 3 = fair, 2 = poor, and 1 = very poor) thatbest reflected their perception (see Table 2). Table

Conference Session

ET Pedagogy II

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Vigyan Jackson Chandra, Eastern Kentucky University

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Engineering Technology

, analogies, justifying steps, explaining, paraphrasing,comparing, predicting, reflecting, monitoring one's understanding, inducing hypothesis, posingquestions, adding visuals). Finally, in the Interactive mode, multiple constructive dialogues occurbetween learning partners with each contributing meaningfully (taking different positions,requiring justification regarding statements, raising questions and answering them, explainingand elaborating on each other's comments). Michaelson [5] notes that instruction on criticalreading emphasizes the feelings, intuitions, and creative responses that students experience asthey read.The Metacognitive Awareness of Reading Strategies Inventory (MARSI) [6] is a 30-iteminstrument for assessing the perceived use of

Conference Session

ETAC, ABET, & STEM Programs

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elaine M. Cooney, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis

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Engineering Technology

) • Reflection and Self-Assessment (Demonstrates a developing sense of self as a learner, building on prior experiences to respond to new and challenging contexts (may be evident in self-assessment, reflective, or creative work))An engineering technology program might choose to start with using only the “Foundations andSkills for Lifelong Learning VALUE Rubric” and then add additional criteria if moreinformation is needed to identify student challenges. Page 24.136.8Student Outcome i. Professional and Ethical Responsibilities & Respect for DiversityFor the purposes of identifying rubrics for this outcome, it can be

Conference Session

Interdisciplinary Education in Engineering Technology

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Barbara L Christe, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis; Steven J. Yelton P.E., Cincinnati State Technical and Community College; Roger Bowles, Texas State Technical College, Waco

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Engineering Technology

seeking to collaborate, and hinders studentrecruitment. To improve cohesiveness and shared understandings, 30 industry representatives and educatorsgathered for a two-day retreat in April, 2011, to explore the future of this branch of engineeringtechnology that supports medical equipment involved in patient care. The main goal of themeeting was to identify a discipline name that could be easily understood by members of thepublic, in contrast to the current widely-varying titles. The group members determined that aunifying name for the discipline should be healthcare technology management. This title doesnot reflect the possible job-level names that may be identified or adapted in the future.This paper explores opportunities presented as the field

Conference Session

Manufacturing Capstone and Design Projects

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Steven Fleishman, Western Washington University

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Engineering Technology

Wednesdays will allow for a lab meeting the first week of classes,which is typically a partial week. The current practice is to start lab sessions the second week ofthe quarter. This combination would increase total course lab time from eighteen hours to thirtyhours, which represents a 67% increase, without changing the current four-credit courseallowance. Table 2 reflects a proposed revision to course content, as well as restructured lab sessionswhich will be attempted for the course offering in the spring of 2011. The requirement for Page 22.1530.9casting projects in addition to the welding / fabrication projects has been replaced by a

Conference Session

Issues Affecting Engineering Program Development

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brian L. Houston, University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown

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Engineering Technology

business side ofthe equation is marginalized. In reality the majority of the graduates will become both practicingengineers, and eventually businessmen and women. Why diminish the importance of businessacumen other than it is not the educators area of expertise?PostscriptThis paper was never intended to be a rigorous, data mining experiment. The contents are moreof a reflection on the comments received over an eight year period from industry personnelobserving deficiencies in engineering graduates as a whole. Having arrived in academia afterpracticing for many years, the author encountered the same issues prior to academia in hiring forhis own department. Once one gains entrance into the hiring and tenure process for academia, itis obvious there