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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 1

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hadi Kazemiroodsari, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Phillip Curtsmith, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Nikolai Vaycheslav Gabardi; Anuja Kamat, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Kamren S. Donovan

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class. The students mentioned that they understoodthe effect of end-fixity on buckling capacity of a member better after seeing the demonstrationand wished that they had the opportunity to use this set-up in the sophomore year. Authors are planning to use the frame in a Statics II course to demonstrate the concept ofbuckling at the end of Spring 2019 semester and have plans to possibly use it in the Introductionto Engineering course in Fall 2019. Figure 9 shows the application of load frame for first year students in Spring 2019. Figure 9: Demonstration of the concept of buckling for first year classConclusion and Future Work: The design and construction of this frame was a successful project, which was

Conference Session

Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 5

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nebojsa I. Jaksic, Colorado State University, Pueblo

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lifecycle ofdynamic products, which are part of the technology push market drive. Then, an example of a lablifecycle is provided using programmable logic controllers. The intended audience for this workincludes professors designing new labs, lab technicians, lab assistants, lab coordinators, andadministrators. They need to understand the importance and implementation of all these stages forscheduling, personnel planning, and funding purposes.IntroductionThe importance of experiential learning, active learning, and project-based learning throughlaboratory experiments and exercises is well documented in educational research and practice [1-8]. Also, the lifecycle of a product is analyzed in many design textbooks [9, 10]. The engineeringdesign process

Conference Session

Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 2

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rupa Purasinghe, California State University, Los Angeles; Akshay Ghanshyam Patel, Pramukh Mono-Strand Structures Pvt. Ltd.

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), ability to plan and design a system, component orprocess that meets desired needs (abet c), ability to use techniques, skills, and modern engineeringtools necessary for engineering practice, including computer tools and information technology(abet k), and the ability to design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze and interpret data(abet b).The course topics traditionally include computer-aided structural analysis of trusses, 2D-framesfor gravity and lateral loads and load combinations, computer-aided structural design of 2D-frames, setting up of an experiment on a small shake table and dynamic experimentation,computer-aided structural dynamic analysis with time history, and verification of computer-aidedanalysis results with

Conference Session

Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 3

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Byul Hur, Texas A&M University

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ARMprocessors starting Fall of 2016. ARM processors have been widely adopted by industry andhave been used in a wide range of applications based on the current market. In this paper, thetransitional effort in the course development and outcome was described. It generatedmicrocontroller architecture and embedded system software courses providing a balancedapproach between theory and hands-on learning skills through relevant laboratory assignmentsand term projects. The author plans to continue the effort in delivering practical and hands-onlectures and laboratories. In the Engineering Technology Department at Texas A&M University,a resident master’s program will start from this Fall of 2019. The author plans to teach a newgraduate course focused on

Conference Session

Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 1

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gordon P. Smith, Western Kentucky University

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). Figure 9. Exhaust Plume Temperature Development, scaled to centerline value Figure 10. Exhaust Plume Temperature Development at z=0 as a function of scaled radiusKey behavioral observations further include:  The scaled plot emphasizes the discrepancies observed in the raw data shown before, making them easier to identify  The temperature structure is fairly stable, suggesting largely laminar flow.4.0 Planned Laboratory ExercisesWith the qualitative and broadly quantified understanding of the furnace performance, manyinteresting questions and opportunities arise for student laboratory explorations. At this time, theplanned activities (depending on future funding and available students for development) include:  Schlieren

Conference Session

Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 5

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Catherine Anne Hubka, University of New Mexico; Eva Chi, University of New Mexico; Yan Chen, University of New Mexico; Vanessa Svihla, University of New Mexico; Jamie Gomez, University of New Mexico; Abhaya K. Datye, University of New Mexico; Tracy Lee Mallette, University of New Mexico

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a commonpain point for faculty: despite providing copious feedback, student writing was not improving.Students complete four 1-credit laboratory courses in their junior and senior years. In this study,we report on changes to three of these courses. Each course included three complex experiments.To make our changes, we reduced this to two complex experiments, carefully considering whichexperiment to omit based on student feedback and outcomes. We then introduced variants offeedback and revision related to two short technical reports. Each lab includes a prelab with a jobsafety analysis (JSA) and experiment planning, as required by ABET. Students complete theexperiment as a team and turn in a draft of their methods during the experiment

Conference Session

Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 2

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Debarati Basu, Virginia Tech; Vinod K. Lohani, Virginia Tech; Kang Xia, Virginia Tech

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and communication technologies have led to the development ofpowerful technological resources for teaching and learning. The 2017 Nation EducationTechnology Plan (NETP) of the U.S. Department of Education recommends that for every levelof education, institutions should utilize learning technologies to facilitate education anywhereand at any time [1]. Specifically, for the success of American postsecondary students includingstudents from diverse socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds, genders, age-groups, and learningneeds, the supplement of the NETP report includes recommendations for using thesetechnologies to leverage student-centered approaches of teaching and learning [2]. Theseapproaches are beneficial to promote personalized learning

Conference Session

Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Matthew Vincent Bartolomeo, The Cooper Union; Amanda Lombardo, The Cooper Union; Michael Colella, The Cooper Union; George J. Delagrammatikas, The Cooper Union

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see the work that everyone else did. I like that there were a lot of resources already available in the Team Drive. I like the diversity of projects done throughout the semester.” “I like the team communication that was necessary to complete the projects throughout the semester.” “The extremely fast pace of the class forced me to dedicate a lot of my effort into organizing the project, and setting realistic, yet ambitious goals. This also included delegating tasks between group members.” “I think I learned the most about how much work it takes to make a good project vs.a mediocre project. Planning a project takes a decent

Conference Session

Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 6

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Marc Poynter, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis; Swapnil Bansode; Tejesh Charles Dube, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis; Michael Golub, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis; Jing Zhang, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis

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. After the test is finished the machine prints out the high, low, and average value.5.3 Noise LevelA Larrison Davis sound meter was used to measure the noise level of our machine. The device allowed us tofirst zero out background noise, and then run the snowmobile to measure the decibel level. We then used thisbaseline data to determine what the plan of action would be for redesigning the exhaust system.5.4 Exhaust SystemThe goal for the modified exhaust system was to reduce the harmful emissions, and noise levels of the machine.The team chose to use a three-way catalytic converter and muffler to replace the existing exhaust system on themachine. The team chose to go with a larger catalytic converter and place the muffler on the sled behind

Conference Session

Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 6

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joseph P. Fuehne P.E., Purdue Polytechnic Institute

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that described by Taylor[3] to determine possibleerrors in Young’s modulus, yield strength, or ultimate strength. Similar examples have beenadded to manufacturing, materials, fluid power and thermodynamics classes. This work describesan effort to add measurement activities to a first semester freshman class that serves as a“gateway” class with the broader objective to provide engineering technology students asampling of interesting and relevant hands-on activities that they can expect to experiencethroughout their plan of study.Gateway ClassWhen students transfer into mechanical engineering technology from a mechanical engineeringprogram, they often relate that they spent 2, 3, or 4 semesters without ever touching a piece ofreal equipment

Conference Session

Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 5

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Natasha Smith P.E., University of Virginia

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lab. Proceedings of the ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, AC 2010-2146, 2010.5 E. Matsumoto, J. R. Johnston, E. Dammel, and S.K. Ramesh. A simple beam test: Motivation high school teachers to develop pre-engineering curricula. Proceedings of the ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, 2001.6 David E. Coleman and Douglas C. Montgomery. A systematic approach to planning for a designed industrial exper- iment. Technometrics, February 1993, Vol. 35. No. 1, 1993.7 William S. Noble. 10 simple rules for writing a response to reviewers. https://peerj.com/benefits/academic-rebuttal- letters/, n.d. Retrieved 01 October, 2018.Appendix: Peer Review Questions, Sample Templates IA. Introduction Section/ Objectives a

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 4

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jason Howison, The Citadel; Robert J. Rabb P.E., The Citadel; Emily Kate Bierman, The Citadel; Nathan John Washuta P.E., The Citadel

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− ℎ1 Fig. 1: a) Schematic and b) 𝑇-𝑠 diagram for an ideal vapor-compression refrigeration cycle.The actual vapor compression cycle is an alteration from the ideal cycle due to irreversibilities andsmart planning by engineers to protect the system components. At the inlet to the compressor, therefrigerant is slightly superheated to ensure that no liquid enters the compressor. The actualcompression is not reversible or adiabatic so it is not isentropic. State 3 is slightly subcooled toensure pure liquid enters the throttling valve. A 𝑇-𝑠 diagram more representative of an actualrefrigeration cycle is given in Fig. 2. Fig. 2: 𝑇-𝑠 diagram for an actual refrigeration cycle. The solid line represents the ideal cycle and the dashed the

Conference Session

Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 4

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Aldo A. Ferri, Georgia Institute of Technology; James I. Craig, Georgia Institute of Technology; Bonnie H. Ferri, Georgia Institute of Technology; Meltem Alemdar, Georgia Institute of Technology

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educational curricula, K-12 STEM programs after-school programs, and comprehensive school reform initiatives. Across these evaluations, she has used a variety of evaluation methods, ranging from a multi-level evaluation plan de- signed to assess program impact to methods such as program monitoring designed to facilitate program improvement. She received her Ph.D. in Research, Measurement and Statistics from the Department of Education Policy at Georgia State University (GSU). c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 Development of a Portable, Experimental Platform to Demonstrate the Role of Material and Cross-Section in Beam

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 5

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Iftekhar Ibne Basith, Sam Houston State University; Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University; Andres Aguirre Jr.; Kali Johnson, Sam Houston State University

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. The haptic motor used in this project is a DC 3 Volts/0.1 Amps and its dimensions are 10millimeters x 2.7 millimeters. Typically, there are two types of vibration motors that are commonly used, aneccentric rotating mass vibration motor (ERM) and a linear resonant actuator (LRA). The ERM “uses a smallunbalanced mass on a DC motor; when it rotates it creates a force that translates to vibrations.” The LRA“contains a small internal mass attached to a spring, which creates a force when drive.” For this project, ERMcoin motors were used. The original plan was to use one haptic motor in the glove as the alarm, however, wedecided to use two—one placed on either side of the wrist so that one would vibrate in accordance with whichsensor was detecting

Conference Session

Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 6

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elizabeth Mentis, United State Military Academy; Andrew Ross Pfluger, United States Military Academy; April Dawn Miller, United States Military Academy; Enoch A. Nagelli, United States Military Academy

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natural water source for the dormitory reported by other groups.The consistent data collected by different groups supports the conclusion that students wereproficient in completing titrimetric analyses.From 2017 to 2018, an increased number of students responded that the lab sequence did ‘notimprove’ their level of understanding of spectrophotometry or experience in using airdisplacement pipettes as shown in Figure 4. This is likely due to a change in the lab sequence. Asshown in Table 2, the total dissolved iron analysis was not explicitly covered in the introductorylabs. Because students were allowed to develop their own plans for analyzing their watersamples, many chose not to analyze for iron. These results suggest that optional techniques

Conference Session

Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Spencer Rosen, Harvey Mudd College; Sabrine Griffith, Harvey Mudd College; Eli Byrnes, Harvey Mudd College; Steven Michael Santana, Harvey Mudd College; Laura Palucki Blake, Harvey Mudd College ; Matthew Spencer, Harvey Mudd College

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student at Harvey Mudd College, currently pursuing a BS in Mathematics. Eli has an interest in doing work in STEM education and expects to graduate from in May of 2021.Steven Michael Santana, Harvey Mudd CollegeDr. Laura Palucki Blake, Harvey Mudd College Laura Palucki Blake is the Assistant Vice President for Institutional Research and Effectiveness at Harvey Mudd College, where her primary role is to coordinate data collection, interpretation and dissemination to support teaching and learning, planning and decision-making across the college.Matthew Spencer, Harvey Mudd College Matthew Spencer is an assistant professor at Harvey Mudd College. His research interests include experi- ential and hands-on learning, and

Conference Session

Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Banafsheh Seyed-Aghazadeh, Miami University; Hamed Samandari, Miami University

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short phase-gate presentations (~5 minute presentations) to briefly discuss theprogress in their team project and get feedback from the instructor. Those presentations were notgraded and mainly were hold to keep the class and the instructor updated about each team’sprogress and get timely feedback during the semester on their project.Following iteration reviews, retrospectives were performed at the end of each spring. During theretrospectives, the team discussed two topics: “What went well in the sprint” and “What could beimproved”. The goal of the retrospectives was to create opportunity for the teams to inspectthemselves and create a plan for improvements to be enacted during the next sprint. Theretrospectives were done using online

Conference Session

Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 5

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ilan Gravé, Elizabethtown College

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framework for teaching writing in thediscipline for engineering students [8]-[9]. These include pointing to technical and report writingattributes that should be emphasized, such as planning, clarity, simplicity, brevity, word choiceand more.There have also been several attempts to facilitate report writing by developing frameworks andapplications that guide and help students in preparing technical and scientific reports, both inengineering schools in the United States [10]-[11] and abroad [12].At our institution, we have an engineering department embedded in a liberal-arts generaleducation setting. Engineering students are required to take a wide core curriculum to integratetheir scientific and technical education in engineering. Still, to obtain

Conference Session

Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sarah J. Christian, Carnegie Mellon University; Chad Hershock, Carnegie Mellon University; Michael Cameron Melville, Carnegie Mellon University

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independently in the context of anopen-ended, authentic, engineering problem.Advice for InstructorsWhile teaching laboratories through guided IBL requires significant initial planning, thisdecreases with subsequent deliveries, and guided IBL is more enjoyable and engaging foreveryone than standard labs. It is truly exciting to see students thinking for themselves andengaging. To make the time investment more manageable, consider redesigning only one lab perdelivery of the course rather than all of the labs at once.To provide the proper support for students who are not used to IBL, instructors should thinkthrough the process from the student’s perspective, considering their knowledge base anddiscomfort with a method that does not allow passive learning