Conference Session

Topics Enhancing ET Education

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Vladimir Genis, Drexel University (Tech.); Siddharth Vyas, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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Engineering Technology

and conclusions are presented by the studentsin comprehensive laboratory reports. The process of comparing of all individual files to calculaterequired parameters is very time-consuming. This task can be simplified and automated usingmacros. Two Excel macros were developed by the graduate teaching assistant and provided tostudents to assist with the processing of data stored in the form of Excel files. The first macroevaluates pulse parameters, such as times for positive peak and negative peak, and peak-to-peakamplitude voltage for all of the Excel files that are stored inside a particular folder. The secondmacro combines all of the evaluated parameters together in one Excel file. Utilizing thisapproach to teaching laboratory-based courses

Conference Session

Robotics and Automation

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #8470Effectiveness of Blended Teaching of Electrical Machinery CourseProf. Aleksandr Sergeyev, Michigan Technological University Aleksandr Sergeyev is currently an Associate Professor in the Electrical Engineering Technology program in the School of Technology at Michigan Technological University. Dr. Aleksandr Sergeyev earned his bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering at Moscow University of Electronics and Automation in 1995. He obtained the Master degree in Physics from Michigan Technological University in 2004 and the PhD degree in Electrical Engineering from Michigan Technological University in 2007. Dr

Conference Session

Distance Learning in Engineering Technology

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cheng Y. Lin P.E., Old Dominion University; Yuzhong Shen, Old Dominion University; Mileta Tomovic, Old Dominion University

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #8569Hands-on Homework or Laboratory Development for Distance Learning Stu-dents in Programmable Logical Controller (PLC)Dr. Cheng Y. Lin P.E., Old Dominion University Dr. Lin is a Professor and Program Director of Mechanical Engineering Technology at Old Dominion University. He received his PhD of Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University in 1989, and is a registered Professional Engineer in Virginia. Dr. Lin has expertise in automation control, machine design, CAD/CAM, CNC, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and robotics. He has been active in the technology application research and teaching

Conference Session

Distance Learning in Engineering Technology

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rigoberto Chinchilla, Eastern Illinois University; Oyindamola O. Idowu, Waukegan Schools District 60; Thomas C. MacMullen, Eastern Illinois University

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #9145Implementing Telecommunication’s Switching and Routing Laboratory Prac-tices: Migration to a Distance Learning based InstructionDr. Rigoberto Chinchilla, Eastern Illinois University Dr. Rigoberto Chinchilla: PhD in Integrated Engineering, (Electrical and Industrial), Ohio University. Is an Associate Professor of Applied Engineering and Technology at Eastern Illinois University (EIU) since 2004. His teaching and research interest include Quality Design, Biometrics and Computer Security and ethics, Automation and Telecommunications. Dr. Chinchilla has been a Fulbright Scholar and a United Nations Scholar

Conference Session

Distance Learning in Engineering Technology

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Steve C. Hsiung, Old Dominion University; John M. Ritz, Old Dominion University; Ece Yaprak, Wayne State University; Feng Jao, Ohio Northern University

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Engineering Technology

NASA (John Glenn, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Ames Research Center, and the Johnson Space Center) and the U.S. Navy (SPAWAR). She held a Fulbright fellowship at the Center for Wireless Communications (CWC) at the University of Oulu in Finland. She has received teaching excellence awards from her Division and the College of Engineering. She has received funding for her research from the NSF, the US Navy, NASA, and the business community. She is an ABET IEEE ETAC Commissioner and an active program evaluator.Dr. Feng Jao, Ohio Northern University Page 24.358.1 c American Society for

Conference Session

Simulations and Project-Based Learning II

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gonca Altuger-Genc, State University of New York, Farmingdale State College; Yue Han, Stevens Institute of Technology; Yegin Genc

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Engineering Technology

. Page 24.362.2The process of solving a mechanical engineering problem has three components: problemdefinition, developing a sketch, and introduction of the equation[4, 5]. Educators developed andimplemented simulations, animations; set up remote laboratories; and recorded videos to conveythis process – and its components – effectively in on-line settings. For example, virtual andremote laboratories developed for different courses around the world – including virtuallaboratory for teaching robotics[6]; virtual learning environment for the laboratory component ofmechanisms and machine dynamics course[7, 8]; remote laboratory for circuit theory, sensortechnology, and oscilloscope and function generator course[9]; and instrumentation platform

Conference Session

Simulations and Project-Based Learning II

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Matthew Turner, Purdue University (Statewide Technology); Chris Foreman, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Rajeswari Sundararajan, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Engineering Technology

Symposium (NAPS), 2009 , vol., no., pp.1,8, 4-6 Oct. 20098. Kezunovic, M.; Abur, A.; Huang, G.; Bose, A.; Tomsovic, K., "The role of digital modeling and simulation in power engineering education," Power Systems, IEEE Transactions on , vol.19, no.1, pp.64,72, Feb. 20049. Bloom, Benjamin S., et al. "Taxonomy of educational objectives: Handbook I: Cognitive domain." New York: David McKay 19 (1956): 56.10. Stice, James E. "Learning how to think: Being earnest is important, but it's not enough." New directions for teaching and learning 1987.30 (1987): 93-99.11. Feisel, Lyle D., and Albert J. Rosa. "The role of the laboratory in undergraduate engineering education." Journal of Engineering Education 94.1 (2005): 121-130.12. Karady, George

Conference Session

Simulations and Project Based Learning I

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jason K. Durfee P.E., Eastern Washington University; Donald C. Richter, Eastern Washington University; Martin William Weiser, Eastern Washington University; N.M. A. Hossain, Eastern Washington University; Hani Serhal Saad, Eastern Washington University

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Engineering Technology

required for undergraduate teaching in Mechanical Engineering andMechanical Engineering Technology that are “student centered” and bring relevance to theclassroom1. The global world we now all live in requires us to provide new innovators to createnew products at a very rapid pace compared to past generations. In forming these new directions,we need to reengineer the laboratory experience. We need to rethink traditional methods tobecome more flexible and challenging to the individual student. If we wish to encourageinnovation, a new method of delivery that is different from the traditional laboratory instructionneeds to be developed.2, 3, 9, 10 Allowing the student to use higher order learning which includesproblem development, experimental

Conference Session

Simulations and Project-Based Learning II

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ying Lin, Western Washington University; Ed Moran, Western Washington University; Jeremy Ruhland, Western Washington University

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Engineering Technology

engineering Technology curricula and made critical impact in improving teaching efficiencyand enhancing students understanding of abstract topics [8]. In this section, we elaborate on asuccessful laboratory exercise that is designed for antenna radiation pattern measurement usingthe proposed RF measurement system. Antenna radiation pattern, used to characterize an antenna,plays an important role in understanding antenna principles. Lab objectives and lab proceduresare presented below in brief.A. Lab Objectives and Pedagogical Goals This lab exercise (a two-hour lab session) aims to provide students a hands-on opportunity to • enhance understanding in antenna radiation pattern theory. • accumulate hands-on skills in antenna measurements

Conference Session

Curriculum & Student Enrollment II

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jason K. Durfee P.E., Eastern Washington University; William R. Loendorf, Eastern Washington University; Doris M. Munson, Eastern Washington University; Donald C. Richter, Eastern Washington University; Terence Geyer, Eastern Washington University; Martin William Weiser, Eastern Washington University; A. Hossain, Eastern Washington University; Hani Serhal Saad, Eastern Washington University

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #8814Correlating Course Attendance with Factors of First-Generation Status, Gen-der, and Economic StatusMr. Jason K Durfee P.E., Eastern Washington University Jason Durfee is a Professor of Engineering & Design at Eastern Washington University. He received his BS and MS degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Brigham Young University. He holds a Profes- sional Engineer certification. Prior to teaching at Eastern Washington University, he was a military pilot, an engineering instructor at West Point and an airline pilot. His interests include aerospace, aviation, computational fluid dynamics, professional

Conference Session

Simulations and Project-Based Learning II

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Miguel Bazdresch, Rochester Institute of Technology (CAST)

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Engineering Technology

laboratory course,students have been able to fully simulate, build, and test, a two-channel AM system (transmitterand receiver). Students didn’t have any numerical computing experience at the start of thecourse. Moreover, it has been observed that simulation results provide a set of known-good,expected results, which makes debugging analog circuitry much easier.ConclusionsAfter several years of teaching communications courses with a simulation component, we havedeveloped a list of common pitfalls that students face, as well as exercises designed to helpstudents avoid them and learn in the most efficient manner. We have presented a summary ofthese observations in this paper. We believe that simulation will continue to play an increasinglyimportant

Conference Session

New Course Development Concepts in ET II

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tim Brower, University of Colorado, Boulder

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Engineering Technology

upper-level MET courses areemployed by CMU. The workload formula for the CMU faculty is 60% teaching, 20% scholarlyactivity, and 20% service. The teaching component is eight courses per year. CU-Boulderreimburses half of the salary of one of the three CMU faculty members.CMU Laboratory Technician - A one-third time laboratory technician dedicated to first andsecond year courses as well as the MET Program is employed by CMU.CMU/CU-Boulder Administrative Assistant – A half-time administrative assistant hasresponsibilities for the ME portion of the program and is employed by CMU. CU-Boulderreimburses one quarter of the salary of the administrative assistant to CMU.Note that the monetary exchange for shared employees between the two institutions is

Conference Session

Robotics and Automation

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Warren Rosen, Drexel University (Eng.); Yalcin Ertekin, Drexel University (Engineering Tech); M. Eric Carr, Drexel University

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Engineering Technology

Warminster, PA where he estab- lished an optical communications laboratory for development and characterization of optical components, systems, and protocols for high-performance avionics data networks. Dr. Rosen is currently an assistant clinical professor at Drexel University, where he is responsible for developing and teaching courses in microprocessors, microcontrollers, FPGAs, and optics. Dr. Rosen has carried out research sponsored by the National Security Agency, National Science Foundation, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, DARPA, the Office of Naval Research, Air Force Office of Scientific Research, and the Missile Defense Agency. Dr. Rosen is the author or coauthor of over 80 publications and

Conference Session

Curriculum & Student Enrollment I

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nikunja Swain P.E., South Carolina State University

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Engineering Technology

3Vanderbilt Univ. 15 2John Hopkins Univ. 13 1Stevens Inst. of Tech. 10 14 Professional DevelopmentWorkshops in Cyber Security will be provided for selected faculty and staff members from SC State andlocal K-12 schools. The workshops will be conducted during each summer of the project.Approximately twenty faculty and staff members will participate in the workshops and preference willbe given to faculty teaching the courses and laboratory mentioned earlier. Seminars and presentationswill also be provided for faculty, staff and students

Conference Session

ETAC, ABET, & STEM Programs

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Les Kinsler, Kansas State University, Salina; Saeed Khan, Kansas State University, Salina

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #9593Growing a STEM Initiative: Establishing Philosophies, Identifying Needsand, Lessons LearnedProf. Les Kinsler, Kansas State University, Salina Les Kinsler is a Professor with the Engineering Technology Department at Kansas State University Salina campus. Mr. Kinsler received his M.S. Degree in Computer Science from Wichita State University (KS) in 1987 with an emphasis in Software Engineering. He received a B.S. in both Physics and Mathematics from Emporia State University (KS) in 1972. Mr. Kinsler teaches classes in programming, software engineering, and fluid mechanics. His research interests include

Conference Session

Topics Enhancing ET Education

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Vukica M. Jovanovic, Old Dominion University; Jennifer Grimsley Michaeli PE, Old Dominion University; Otilia Popescu, Old Dominion University; Moustafa R. Moustafa, Old Dominion University; Mileta Tomovic, Old Dominion University; Alok K. Verma P.E., Old Dominion University; Cheng Y. Lin P.E., Old Dominion University

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #10957Implementing Mechatronics Design Methodology in Mechanical EngineeringTechnology Senior Design Projects at the Old Dominion UniversityDr. Vukica Jovanovic, Old Dominion University Dr. Jovanovic is currently serving as Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology De- partment, Frank Batten College of Engineering and Technology, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA. Prior to joining ODU’s Engineering Technology Department Dr. Jovanovic was teaching at Trine Uni- versity, Angola, Indiana at Design Engineering Technology Department. Before Trine, she was working as an instructor and a graduate

Conference Session

Renewable Energy Topics

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William B. Phillips Ph.D., DeVry University; William S. Sullivan, DeVry University, Long Beach; Robert Aron PhD, DeVry University; Abour H. Cherif, DeVry University; Susana Fortun Ph.D., DeVry University, Chicago

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Engineering Technology

, and a Ph.D. From Simon Fraser University, Canada. Dr. Cherif ’s professional work includes curriculum design, development and re- form, instructional and assessment design, evaluation techniques, faculty, and academic leadership. He has published more than fifteen science lab kits, a number of student laboratory manuals, coauthored and coedited a number of science textbooks, and published many articles in professional journals and newspapers. He has received a number of teaching, curriculum development, instructional strategies, and Page 24.98.1 leadership awards. Dr. Cherif serves on the executive and

Conference Session

Robotics and Automation

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas B. Stout, Tidewater Community College; Steve C. Hsiung, Old Dominion University

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Engineering Technology

engineering and engineering technology. The universities,community colleges, and the public schools in this collaboration each have similar goals, since Page 24.27.2each of them teach robotics, embedded systems, and other supporting technology courses. Thisinstruction can teach a great deal of the same common material at the different levels. One of thegoals of the collaborative process is to build on what instructors at each previous level areteaching, and then further the students’ education without having to cover the same topics again.Figure 1 depicts the relationships between the technology platform described in this educationalproject in the

Conference Session

New Course Development Concepts in ET I

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert Edwards, Pennsylvania State University, Erie; Michael Lobaugh, Pennsylvania State University, Erie

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #9196Using Excel to Implement the Finite Difference Method for 2-D Heat Trans-fer in a Mechanical Engineering Technology CourseMr. Robert Edwards, Pennsylvania State University, Erie Bob Edwards is a Lecturer of Engineering at Penn State Erie, The Behrend College, teaching in the Mechanical Engineering Technology department. He has a Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering from Rochester Institute of Technology and a Masters in Engineering from Gannon University. His primary area of interest is in the thermal sciences. He teaches thermodynamics, heat transfer and a thermal sci- ences course for Electrical Engineering

Conference Session

Capstone & Senior Design Projects

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Aleksandr Sergeyev, Michigan Technological University; Nasser Alaraje, Michigan Technological University; Quinn Alexander Parnell; Turki Arif Aldulaijan, Michigan Technological University; Kerry O'Conner

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Engineering Technology

further used in classroom instructions providing thestudents with hands-on experiences programming PLC and getting familiar with HMI functions.Additionally, the project provides an excellent opportunity for EET students to apply their skillsand course work and interact with faculty on a real-world design challenge. The chemical mixingplant build upon completion of this project will be further used as a stand alone training solutionto teach PLC and HMI concepts in introductory and advanced PLC courses in EET program atthe Michigan Technological University.In this article, we describe an effective approach of conducting capstone senior design project,the project requirements, the significance of the project, and specific project

Conference Session

ETAC, ABET, & STEM Programs

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

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Engineering Technology

underrepresented and unemployed populations advance their skills and training tobecome eligible for high-wage, high-demand positions in reconfigurable electronics systems.The participating community colleges serve large minority populations (Hispanic, NativeAmericans, and African-American) in the Southwest and Southeast regions of the United States.Major outreach activities will be de developed to provide high school/college dual enrollment toaccelerate student progression, summer bridge programs to strengthen student interest in seekingSTEM fields, summer institutes for enhancing the STEM teaching capabilities of secondaryschool educators, electronics career expos, and tours of electronics industries for secondary andpostsecondary students and educators

Conference Session

Issues in ET Education I

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Enrique Barbieri, University of North Texas

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Engineering Technology

multidisciplinaryapproach to solving engineering problems, an emphasis on communications and team-work, andmost degree plans have a concentration or focus area. However, ET has a well-establishededucational philosophy and quite a different mission. The proposal to rebrand ET as GeneralEngineering essentially eliminates the existing 4-year B.S.E.T. in over 100 institutions, puts ETfaculty at odds with their teaching philosophy, and adds potentially 6,000+ graduates with aweakened job prospect to the General Engineering supply. Second, while it is well known that engineering programs became much more science-based in the years following the 1955 Grinter Report3,4, contrary to science degrees bothengineering and ET degrees are already deemed to be applied. In

Conference Session

Simulations and Project Based Learning I

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ahmed H. Elsawy, Tennessee Technological University; Mohamed Abdelrahman, Texas A&M University, Kingsville; Sally J. Pardue, Tennessee Technological University

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Engineering Technology

material processing, metallurgy and manufacturing systems. Dr. ElSawy received ˜ $2M of state, federal, and industrial grants in support of his laboratory development and research activities. He advised several masters and doctoral students who are holding academic and industrial positions in the USA, Germany and Taiwan. Dr. ElSawy has numerous publications in national and international conferences and refereed journals.Prof. Mohamed Abdelrahman, Texas A&M University-KingsvilleDr. Sally J. Pardue, Tennessee Technological University Sally Pardue, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Tennessee Tech University, and Director of the Oakley Center for Excellence in the Teaching of Science, Technology

Conference Session

Topics Enhancing ET Education

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Johnson, Texas A&M University; Jorge L Alvarado, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #8997The Use of an Iterative Industry Project in a One Semester Capstone CourseDr. Michael Johnson, Texas A&M University Dr. Michael D. Johnson is an associate professor in the Department of Engineering Technology and In- dustrial 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

Conference Session

Simulations and Project Based Learning I

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Magesh Chandramouli, Purdue University, Calumet (College of Technology); George Takahashi, Purdue University; Gary R. Bertoline, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Engineering Technology

. This way, technology andengineering schools that would like to implement such a system for teaching fundamentalEngineering & Technology (ET) theory to students will not be deterred by the high costs ofimmersive facilities (e.g. CAVE). This framework can be included in the form of PBL-basedexercises or within course curriculum in ET departments/schools. PBL involves efforts on part ofthe students that involves active learning and solving real-world like problems. The proposedprototype framework can be used for such PBL exercises as demonstrated with examples in thispaper.Introduction The effectiveness of the use of non-traditional instructional methods in aiding studentlearning has been demonstrated by several notable authors

Conference Session

Renewable Energy Topics

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University; Keith L. Coogler Dr., Sam Houston State University

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #10552Low Power Energy Harvesting with a Thermoelectric Generator through anAir Conditioning CondenserDr. Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State UniversityMr. Keith L. Coogler Dr., Sam Houston State University Dr. Keith L. Coogler is an instructor of industrial technology at Sam Houston State University. He re- ceived a BS in Design & Development and holds a MA in Industrial Education and an Ed.D. in Higher Education from Texas A&M University – Commerce. His primary teaching area is Construction Manage- ment. Research interests include: automation, electronics, alternative energy, and ”green” construction

Conference Session

Curriculum & Student Enrollment I

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Immanuel Adaikalaraj Edinbarough, University of Texas, Brownsville; Posinasetti Nageswara Rao, University of Northern Iowa; Kanchan Das, East Carolina University

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Engineering Technology

University of Texas at Brownsville (UTB). Prior to join- ing the faculty at UTB he was a visiting professor at the Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY. Also, an Associate Professor of Production Engineering Technology at PSG College of Technology Bharathiar University, India, where he served as the Director of Computer Vision Laboratory and National Cadet Corps – Engineering Division Director. With over 26 years of teaching and research experience in manufacturing/mechanical engineering and engineering technology, he currently teaches in the areas of CAD/CAM/CIM, Robotics & Automation, Product and Process Design, Materials and Manufacturing processes, Machine Design, Renewable Energy and Micro

Conference Session

Topics Enhancing ET Education

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Immanuel Adaikalaraj Edinbarough, University of Texas, Brownsville; Mikhail Bouniaev, University of Texas, Brownsville; Bill W. Elliott, The University Of Texas at Brownsville

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Engineering Technology

Engineering Technology at The University of Texas at Brownsville (UTB). Prior to join- ing the faculty at UTB he was a visiting professor at the Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY. Also, an Associate Professor of Production Engineering Technology at PSG College of Technology Bharathiar University, India, where he served as the Director of Computer Vision Laboratory and National Cadet Corps – Engineering Division Director. With over 26 years of teaching and research experience in manufacturing/mechanical engineering and engineering technology, he currently teaches in the areas of CAD/CAM/CIM, Robotics & Automation, Product and Process Design, Materials and Manufacturing processes, Machine Design, Renewable

Conference Session

Issues in ET Education II

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Barry Dupen, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #9101How to Improve a Textbook with Engineering Technology StudentsDr. Barry Dupen, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne Dr. Dupen is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology at Indiana University – Pur- due University Fort Wayne (IPFW). He has 9 years’ experience as a metallurgist, materials engineer, and materials laboratory manager in the automotive industry. His primary interests lie in materials engineer- ing, mechanics, and engineering technology education. He is also an experienced contra dance caller

Conference Session

New Course Development Concepts in ET I

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jorge Crichigno, Northern New Mexico College; Ivan Lopez Hurtado, Northern New Mexico College; Alfredo J. Perez, Northern New Mexico College; Raul R Peralta, Northern New Mexico College

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Engineering Technology

than theoretical innature. Engineering technology programs, in contrast to engineering programs, focus onapplication and implementation while the latter often focus on theory and conceptual design1.The two different types of programs have been compared by the industry and academia in recentyears. Engineering graduates hired by the industry are not ready to start working from day onewithout additional training – and often many months of it. According to Groose2, that’s becausemost graduates come from research-based schools that emphasize the engineering sciences andtheory over the teaching of practical applications of that knowledge. On the other, engineeringtechnology graduates may lack of fundamental knowledge that may be needed to