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Newly Developed Engineering Courses

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Thomas Dobrowski, Purdue University-North Central

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Engineering Technology

thedegree program. It makes more sense to group these types of courses within departments withparallel plans of study and common goals. It would therefore be logical that engineering andengineering technology colleges develop their own entry level freshmen courses to beadministered by in house faculty, with faculty of other departments coming as needed.Areas of concentration could include the importance and application of courses not directly in thedepartment (physics, math), communication (written and oral), ethics (both professionally), andcheating.IntroductionOver the past two years, this campus has been embroiled in a debate on offering a GeneralEducation (commonly referred to as “Gen Ed”) component to the curriculum. The intent is toexpose all

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Engineering Technology Courses

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Cottrell, University of North Carolina, Charlotte

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Engineering Technology

as they appear in the ABET criterion: e. An ability to function effectively on teams. g. An ability to communicate effectively. h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning i. An ability to understand professional, ethical and social responsibilities. j. A respect for diversity and knowledge of contemporary professional, societal and global issues. k. A commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.Although generally considered a “non-technical” course, this paper describes the use of a juniorprofessional seminar to provide a unique perspective on integrating engineering disciplines in theclassroom as a model of their

Conference Session

Assessment & Continuous Improvement in ET: Part III

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ali Mehrabian, University of Central Florida; Walter Buchanan, Texas A&M University; Alireza Rahrooh, University of Central Florida; Tarig Ali, University of Central Florida; Saeid Moslehpour, University of Hartford

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Engineering Technology

design projectcourse. In this case, students worked remotely in teams. In some case the students (teammembers) lived as far as 200 miles apart from each other.6. Ethics: The Engineering Criteria 2000 of the Accreditation Board for Engineering andTechnology (ABET) pledge to significantly and rigorously improve the landscape of engineeringeducation in the United States. One outcome of Criteria 2000 is increased attention in thecurriculum to the ethical responsibilities of engineers. This is certainly a concern among manyfaculties including those teaching courses in online learning environments. The focus is toachieve meaningful ethics education for all engineering students, with particular emphasis oncompeting curriculum models.Our enduring

Conference Session

Assessment & Continuous Improvement in ET: Part I

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carmine Balascio, University of Delaware; Thomas Brumm, Iowa State University; Steven Mickelson, Iowa State University

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Engineering Technology

professional, ethical and social responsibilities,j. a respect for diversity and a knowledge of contemporary professional, societal and global issues, andk. a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.The general criteria apply to all ET programs at both associate and baccalaureate degree levels.For programs in different particular disciplines, additional outcomes, specific to the disciplineand degree level are listed. The program criteria for “Civil Engineering Technology andSimilarly Named Programs” are, for example, listed as follows2: OutcomesAssociate degree programs must demonstrate that graduates are capable of: a. utilizing graphic techniques to produce engineering

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Progress Reports: Part I

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Maureen Valentine, Rochester Institute of Technology; Carol Richardson, Rochester Institute of Technology

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Engineering Technology

descriptions, graduate education, licenses or certifications, and professional societymemberships. The 2002 RIT survey asked additional questions on technical skills andknowledge preparation, communication skills, and ethics education in the RIT ET programs forassessment of PEOs, along with questions on the three most useful and least useful courses whileearning their degree at RIT, areas where more or less emphasis should be placed within theprogram, and whether they would be interested in graduate studies at RIT, and in what discipline.These additional questions were continued in the 2009 survey.In order to provide some background, RIT baccalaureate programs in Electrical EngineeringTechnology (EET), Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET), Civil

Conference Session

Assessment & Continuous Improvement in ECET: Part II

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jane LeClair, Excelsior College; Li-Fang Shih, Excelsior College

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Engineering Technology

computer software packages for technical problem solving appropriate to the Electronics engineering technology discipline. 7. Demonstrate technical competency in electronics, circuit analysis, digital electronics, electronic communications, microprocessors, and systems. 8. Integrate knowledge of the functional areas of electronics engineering technology. 9. Demonstrate the ability to analyze, apply design concepts, and implement systems as appropriate to electronics engineering technology. 10. Participate effectively in groups, and apply project management techniques as appropriate to complete assignments. 11. Demonstrate an ability to understand professional, ethical and social responsibilities

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Capstone and Senior Design in Engineering Technology: Part I

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Fernando Rios-Gutierrez, Georgia Southern University; Youakim Al Kalaani, Georgia Southern University

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Engineering Technology

the EET program fullfills more strongly theABET outcomes related to: • Demonstrate that students are able to function on multi-disciplinary teams, • That students show a strong ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems • That students are able to understand professional, social, environmental and ethical responsibility.Due to this collaboration EET faculty and IAB members agreed that the senior design courseexperience could be greatly enhanced if the students could work in projects related to solveproblems that engineering industries face every day. Giving students experience with a real-world design project that involves managing tasks, people, budgets and deadlines. The projectsalso

Conference Session

Assessment & Continuous Improvement in ECET: Part II

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Engineering Technology

modern tools including computer systems and software. Page 15.172.23. be able to integrate theoretical and practical knowledge in the completion of assigned tasks.4. be able to communicate effectively in spoken and written form.5. be adaptive to a changing environments and new technologies.6. exhibit an ability to assist others and contribute to multi-disciplinary teams.7. have an awareness of contemporary professional, ethical, societal, and global issues.Similarly, the program outcomes have been defined according to the ABET Criteria forAccrediting Engineering Technology Programs1, as “statements that describe what units ofknowledge or

Conference Session

Curriculum in Telecommunications Engineering Technology

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kim Nankivell, Purdue University, Calumet; Joy Colwell, Purdue University, Calumet; Jana Whittington, Purdue University, Calumet

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Engineering Technology

. Skills thatneeded additional training according to the employers included both applied skills and basicskills. Skills which were listed as high need included Creativity/Innovation, Ethics/SocialResponsibility, Professionalism/Work Ethic, Lifelong Learning/Self Direction, and CriticalThinking/Problem Solving. Responding employers were grouped into four categories or industryclusters: manufacturing, financial services, non-financial services, andeducation/government/other non-profits.10 See Table 1 below for applied skills listed byemployers.11 Table 1. Applied Skills listed by Employers in 2009 Research Report • Creativity/Innovation • Ethics/Social Responsibility • Professionalism/Work Ethic • Lifelong Learning/Self

Conference Session

Capstone and Senior Design in Engineering Technology: Part I

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Vladimir Genis, Drexel University; William Danley, Drexel University; Warren Rosen, Drexel University; Shawn Racz, Lockheed Martin, Inc.

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Engineering Technology

process resulted in the formation of eleven teams, including eight at the DrexelUniversity (DU) main campus and three at the Burlington County College (BCC) campus. It isworth mentioning that BCC has a 2 + 2 articulation agreement with DU. Each team needed todiscuss the project with the AET faculty who was willing to serve as an advisor for the particularproject. Page 15.258.4In addition to selecting projects and forming teams, three other areas important to ABEToutcomes were promoted: ¾ Ethics in engineering was discussed and students were provided with the NSPE (National Society of Professional Engineers) Code of Ethics for Engineers. They

Conference Session

Issues and Directions in ET Education & Administration: Part II

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Engineering Technology

Completion (MET track) Total Credit Requirement: 187.5 Transfer Credits from BCC: 91.5 Remaining Credits: 96 Course # Course Description Credits PrerequisitesCOM 111 Intro to Corp Communication 3HIST 285 Tech Historical Perspectives 3PHIL 315 Engineering Ethics 3 Pre-JR standingINDE 240 Engineering Economics 3EET 203 NDE of Materials 4 PHYS 152 & PHYS 154EET 204 Intro to Nanotechnology 3 CHEM 111 & CHEM 113EET 311

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

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Engineering Technology

,presentation skills, teamwork skills, conflict resolution skills, ethics, professionalism in terms ofattendance and employee responsibilities, problem solving skills and approaches, appreciation ofthe manufacturing process and procedure, customer support, appreciation of diversity, ability toset priorities, understanding of the business fundamentals, and creativity and innovation.The importance of non-technical skills in a technical curriculum is something that has beenconsidered by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), in both itsEngineering Technology and Engineering accreditation standards. ABET currently requires non-technical skill sets that include: an ability to function effectively on teams; an ability tocommunicate

Conference Session

Distance and Web-Based Learning in ET: Part II

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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George Ford, Western Carolina University; Robert Anderson, Western Carolina University

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Engineering Technology

, analyze and interpret experiments and apply experimental results to improve processes, d. an ability to apply creativity in the design of systems, components or processes appropriate to program objectives, e. an ability to function effectively on teams, f. an ability to identify, analyze and solve technical problems, g. an ability to communicate effectively, h. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning, i. an ability to understand professional, ethical and social responsibilities, j. a respect for diversity and a knowledge of contemporary professional, societal and global issues, and k. a

Conference Session

Assessment & Continuous Improvement in ET: Part II

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bimal Nepal, Texas A&M University; Jaby Mohammed, The Petroleum Institute, Abu Dhabi; Jihad Albayyari, Indiana-Purdue University; Paul Lin, Indiana University-Purdue University, Fort Wayne

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Engineering Technology

analysis and quality improvements in industry and technology e. Design, analysis, and optimization of product and manufacturing systems f. Management and risk mitigation of technological projects 5. Ability to perform scholarly and applied research works independently as well as in Page 15.991.3 teams. 6. Effective written, oral and presentation skills 7. Consideration of professional and ethical responsibilities in the conduct of research projects.Program Assessment and Continuous Improvement ToolsTable 1 summarizes the assessment methods used to measure the program outcomes outlined inthe earlier section. The

Conference Session

Critical Issues in IT and IET: Focus Group

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gabriel Harley, IUPUI; Daniel Baldwin, IUPUI; Wanda Worley, IUPUI; Tresler Thurston, IUPUI; Stephen Hundley, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis

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Engineering Technology

. For theinstructor, blogs offer a transparent, online course management tool where class content can beposted without requisite Website authoring knowledge. For students, blogs offer flexibleopportunities for class participation, review, and collaboration. Popular blog sites include Page 15.513.5www.blogger.com, www.livejournal.com, and www.wordpress.com.The Pennsylvania State University College of Engineering eLearning Initiative, an effort to“expose undergraduate students within the College of Engineering to issues of globalization,ethics, and societal contexts in engineering practice,” extensively utilized blogs in the STS 233:Ethics &

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Engineering Technology Courses

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rocio Alba-Flores, Georgia Southern University; Youakim Al Kalaani, Georgia Southern University

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Engineering Technology

laboratory groups10. Perform experiments in a disciplinary manner using standard electrical laboratory instruments.11. Communicate effectively through the submission of professional technical reports12. Investigate a given topic in technology and discuss societal and ethical considerations13. Understand and have a commitment to quality, timeless, and continuous improvement14. Draft and simulate the operation of electric circuits using MultiSim15. Present a technology topic effectively in front of an audience Table 1- Course Learning Objectives Electrical Devices and Measurements Course Content • Science of Electricity and Electronics- The Nature of Matter, Static Electricity • Basic

Conference Session

Capstone and Senior Design in Engineering Technology: Part II

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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William Leonard, Rochester Institute of Technology; Robert Merrill, Roch Inst of Tech; Elizabeth Dell, Rochester Institute of Technology

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Engineering Technology

. X X X X X X Problems Com- X X X X X X munication Lifelong X X X X X X Learning Ethical & X X X Social Resp. Diversity, X X X

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Progress Reports: Part I

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kenneth Stier, Illinois State University

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Engineering Technology

contribute to the design process.5. Have demonstrated the ability to function effectively on multi-disciplinary teams and be a successful leader.6. Have demonstrated the ability to identify, analyze and solve technical problems.7. Have demonstrated the ability to communicate effectively.8. Have demonstrated continuous professional and technical growth, with practical experience, so as to be licensed in their field or achieve that level of expertise, as applicable.9. Be capable of addressing issues of ethics, safety, professionalism, cultural diversity, globalization, environmental impact, and social and economic impact in professional practice

Conference Session

Industry Collaborations in Engineering Technology

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kevin Cook, Montana State University; Salman Adam, Montana State University; Darla Goeres, Montana State University; Steven Anderson, Montana State University; Diane Walker, Montana State University; Alfred Cunningham, Montana State University

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Engineering Technology

dynamic interactions of humans in society and be able to interact constructively across societal and cultural lines. ‚ Develop a clear understanding of the ethical implications of engineering issues and engineering decisions upon humanity, as well as a working knowledge of professional engineering ethical codes and responsibility.Step 3: Examine the requirements of the research centers and the necessary skills andattributes of potential internsResearch becomes more productive when the scientists have a collection of tools that arespecifically designed for the task at hand. The CBE is a leading edge research center currentlydeveloping new testing methods and procedures. These methods and procedures requiremechanical lab

Conference Session

Importance of Technical & Professional Writing in Engineering Technology Curriculum

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Beth Richards, University of Hartford; Ivana Milanovic, University of Hartford

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Engineering Technology

technicalinformation, including analysis of audience, language, and purpose; techniques of persuasion;page design and graphics; and technical definition and description. Students also prepare memos,resumes, lab reports, and a documented technical research paper. Oral technical presentations arealso required. The interrelationships of technology and society, along with the ethics oftechnology, are considered.TC 481: Advanced Technical Communication. Applications of skills learned in previoustechnical communication courses, with emphasis on practical writing and speaking. Studentsprepare informal and formal documents, including instructions, proposals progress reports, andletters. Individual and group oral presentations, as well as group project and ongoing

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Curriculum in Electrical Power Engineering Technology

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shiyoung Lee, Pennsylvania State University, Berks

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Engineering Technology

include scaling of analog I/O signals along with the selection ofright sensors, creation and use of I/O data tables, and the use of advanced PLC instructions, etc.In addition, team work ethics, time management skills, and organizational skills are acquired bythe completion of the project. The students expressed very optimistic opinions on the newlydeveloped motion teaching components and the four-story elevator development project; theystated they enjoyed challenging assignments. An attachment of a small permanent magnet dcmotor to the carriage to make the door close and open will be a great additional topic for thefuture project.AcknowledgementThe author would like to express deep appreciation to Jeff Wike, Lab Manager, and the studentsof the

Conference Session

Distance and Web-Based Learning in ET: Part I

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sohail Anwar, Pennsylvania State University-Altoona College; Jane LeClair, Excelsior College; Arnie Peskin, Excelsior College

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Engineering Technology

: 124ARTS AND SCIENCES COMPONENT ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY COMPONENT Credit HoursCommunications (must include Core Requirements3-credit Written EnglishRequirement) 9 DC Circuits (LL) AC Circuits (LL)Ethics 3 Electronics I (LL) 6 Electronics II (LL)Social Sciences/History Digital Electronics (LL) Microprocessors I (LL)Humanities and Social

Conference Session

Assessment & Continuous Improvement in ET: Part I

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Richard Chiou, Drexel University; William Danley, Drexel University

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Engineering Technology

Description PEO 1 Apply discipline-specific theory, experiments and real world experience to interpret, analyze and solve current and emerging technical problems. PEO 2 Communicate clearly and persuasively with technical and non-technical people in oral, written and graphical forms. PEO 3 Function individually and on teams to design quality systems, components or processes in a timely, responsible and creative manner. PEO 4 Demonstrate behavior consistent with professional ethics and are cognizant of social concerns as they relate to the practice of engineering technology. PEO 5 Strive for professional growth and engage in lifelong learning.The Applied Engineering

Conference Session

Issues and Directions in ET Education & Administration: Part II

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kim Nankivell, Purdue University, Calumet; Jana Whittington, Purdue University, Calumet; Joy Colwell, Purdue University, Calumet

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Engineering Technology

Leadership research in academia also needs to focus on the ethical aspects andhow it affects learning. This includes the relationship between leadership and learning.There appear to be comparable characteristics of IT professionals and academic faculty. The ITprofessional has been described as high maintenance, and thus unique to lead. The older ITprofessionals are considered stagnant with little desire for new knowledge. They are alsoperceived as not desiring positions of management. 5 Similarly, academic faculty have beendescribed as “the last group of workers in the world who actually own the means of projection intheir job and have life-time job security”. 9 These practices are now being questioned ascorporate management styles are being adopted

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Industry based new Innovative and Nontraditional Curriculum in Industrial Technology and Industrial Engineering Technology

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Louis Reifschneider, Illinois State University

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Engineering Technology

 within realistic constraints such as  economic, environmental, health and safety, and manufacturability. 10. Function effectively on teams. 11. Identify, analyze and solve technical problems. 12. Communicate effectively through the use of industry accepted software, verbal and written communication. 13. Recognize the need for and engage in life‐long learning. 14. Demonstration of professional and ethical responsibility. 15. Understand the impact of solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context. 16. Committed to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement. Table 1 Management-Oriented Skills Assessed During Alumni SurveyA header to each set of questions showed a Likert-type scale to

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Curriculum in Mechanical Engineering Technology: Part I

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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N.M. Hossain, Eastern Washington University; Jason Durfee, Eastern Washington University

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Engineering Technology

Young University. He holds a Professional 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, professional ethics and piano technology. Page 15.1201.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 Testing Several Composite Materials in a Material Science Course under the Engineering Technology CurriculumAbstractThe primary objective of a material science course is to provide the fundamental knowledgenecessary to understand important concepts in

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Curriculum in Mechanical Engineering Technology: Part II

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jason Durfee, Eastern Washington University; Hani Saad, Eastern Washington University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2010-371: USING A LIVING-BUILDING LABORATORY (BUILDING AS ALABORATORY) AS A THERMODYNAMICS PROJECT IN THE ENGINEERINGTECHNOLOGY CURRICULUMJason Durfee, Eastern Washington University JASON DURFEE received his BS and MS degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Brigham Young University. He holds a Professional 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, professional ethics and piano technology.Hani Saad, Eastern Washington University Dr. Saad received his high school education in Lebanon, his native country. He received his BS and MS degrees

Conference Session

Assessment & Continuous Improvement in ET: Part III

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Virginia Westheider, University of Cincinnati; Sarai Hedges, University of Cincinnati

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Engineering Technology

  1  2  3  4  5 Skills. Demonstrates Ability to Manage Projects and  1  2  3  4  5  1  2  3  4  5 Associated Project Documents. Exhibits Discipline Specific Skills.  1  2  3  4  5  1  2  3  4  5 Demonstrates Ethical and Social Responsibility and  1  2  3  4  5  1  2  3  4  5 Personal Integrity. Demonstrates Ability to Coordinate and Integrate  1  2  3  4