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Project-based Learning: Engaging Biomedical Engineering Sophomores Through a Collaborative Vein-finder Device Project with Nursing

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 3
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Rika Wright Carlsen, Robert Morris University; Shamika Zyhier, Robert Morris University; Arif Sirinterlikci, Robert Morris University
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

Paper ID #22090Project-based Learning: Engaging Biomedical Engineering Sophomores Througha Collaborative Vein-finder Device Project with NursingDr. Rika Wright Carlsen, Robert Morris University Dr. Rika Wright Carlsen is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering at Robert Morris University. She also serves as a Coordinator of Outreach for the School of Engineering, Math- ematics and Science. She received her M.S. and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Johns Hopkins University and her B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (Minor in Bioengineering) from the University of Pittsburgh. She teaches courses

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Office Temperature Monitoring System: A Capstone Project

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 3
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Maher Shehadi, Purdue University
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

systems. He has conducted several projects to reduce CO2 fingerprint of buildings by evaluating and improving the energy practices through the integration of sustainable systems with existing systems. Pro- fessor Shehadi also has an interest in air pollution reduction and in providing healthier environment by analyzing the various pollutants that are present in outdoor and indoor air. His current research focuses on sustainable and green buildings and energy conservation. He is currently investigating various ways to reduce energy consumption in office buildings. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018 Office Temperature Monitoring SystemAbstractEnergy

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A Hands-on Project for Avionics Systems Course in Aviation Engineering Technology Program

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 1
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Chenyu Huang, Purdue University; Mary E. Johnson Ph.D., Purdue Polytechnic Institute; Thomas Eismin, Purdue University
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

Paper ID #21075A Hands-on Project for Avionics Systems Course in Aviation EngineeringTechnology ProgramDr. Chenyu Huang, Purdue University Chenyu Huang is currently a Post-doc Researcher in the School of Aviation and Transportation Technol- ogy at Purdue University with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry. He has a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Masters’ Degrees in Air Traffic Planning and Management, and Aerospace and Aviation Management, Ph.D. degree focused on Aviation Data Analytics, Avionics, and Aviation Safety Support Systems from Purdue University. Chenyu is an FAA

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Designing a Sustainable Large-scale Project-based Learning (PBL) Experience for Juniors in Electrical and Computer Engineering

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 2
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Stephen Schultz, Brigham Young University; Brad L. Hutchings, Brigham Young University
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

Paper ID #22588Designing a Sustainable Large-scale Project-based Learning (PBL) Experi-ence for Juniors in Electrical and Computer EngineeringProf. Stephen Schultz, Brigham Young University Stephen M. Schultz has received B.S. and M.S. degrees in electrical engineering from Brigham Young University, Provo, UT, in 1992 and 1994, respectively. He received a Ph.D. in electrical engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA, in 1999. He worked at Raytheon Missile Systems from 1999-2001. He has taught at Brigham Young University since 2002 and is currently a Full Professor. He has authored or coauthored over

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A Portable Engine Dynamometer Test Cell for Studying Spark-ignition Engine Performance and Mechanical-Electrical-Thermodynamic Energy Conversion

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 1
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Gene L. Harding, Purdue Polytechnic Institute; Megan Prygoski, Purdue University, West Lafayette; James Burns, Purdue Polytechnic Institute; Brian Jeffrey Carmichael, Security Automation Systems; Matthew S. Engstrom, Purdue University
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

impractical for many engineeringand engineering technology programs. This paper proposes a portable engine-dynamometer testcell using a one-cylinder all-terrain vehicle (ATV) engine driving a set of high-currentalternators. Engine loading is to be accomplished with a set of electric resistance heaters and apower switching array.Although associated with a large university, this project is being undertaken by a satellitecampus with limited space and financial resources. The plan is to implement the Engine-DynoProject in phases over a period of years using primarily undergraduate students working ondirected projects. The planned phases at this time are as follows: 1. Build a sturdy but portable cart to hold the engine, load cell, accessories, and

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Student Reflections on Experiences Gained from an Open-ended Problem-solving Bio-signals Laboratory

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 5
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Renee M. Clark, University of Pittsburgh; Arash Mahboobin, University of Pittsburgh
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

professional activity. In line with this, prompting students to reflect ontheir problem solving is a means of scaffolding them to solve complex problems. In the presentwork, we continue our ongoing study of scaffolding students in completing open-endedbioengineering laboratory projects, but with a focus on students’ reflections on the experiencesgained during the scaffolding. These open-ended projects involved conducting virtualexperiments using MATLAB to analyze unknown systems using time and frequency-domainanalysis techniques. The systems were both biological (e.g., human balance simulation) as wellas non-biological. Students’ experiences included decomposition of the problem, in-class activelearning with instructor guidance and interaction

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A Course Improvement Strategy That Works: The Improvement of Student Satisfaction Scores in a Lecture and Laboratory Course Using a Structured Course Modification Methodology

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 5
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Tracy L. Yother, Purdue Polytechnic Institute; Mary E. Johnson Ph.D., Purdue Polytechnic Institute; James M. Thom, Purdue University
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

) increase student feedback opportunities. By making changesto the course lecture and lab sections there was a significant improvement in the students’perceptions of the course.Powerplant Systems CourseThis 300-level course was an aircraft powerplant system lecture and laboratory course containingtheory, applications, and hands-on projects. This course was part of a Federal AviationAdministration (FAA) Title 14 CFR Part 147 certificated program, leading to the students beingqualified to test for the Airframe & Powerplant certificate. In the fall of 2016, the course had thefollowing published objectives from the Federal Aviation Administration: 1) “Students will develop the knowledge and skills required to evaluate the condition of

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A Cost-effective Laboratory Setup for Teaching System Dynamics and Controls

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 1
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Pavan K. Karra, Trine University
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

at 3-4 students per group. Topics covered in the lab include digitalfiltering, time domain and frequency domain characterization of first order and second ordersystems, feedback control of first and second order systems, steady state errors, control systemdesign using root-locus and performance of PID controllers. A final project, which used theequipment, was undertaken by the students during the semester.A survey was conducted at the end of the semester to obtain students’ feedback about how theequipment affected their learning of concepts in the course. The survey results showed that theequipment had positive impact on student learning. Based on the student performance in thefinal exam, and comparing it to the student performance last year

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Optimizing Students' Learning Experiences in Instrumentation and Measurement Laboratory

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 1
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Emine Celik Foust, York College of Pennsylvania
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

, Numerical Computation flowrate, and acceleration. In addition, the (12-unit) for Mechanical course emphasizes on the principles of Engineers, and Physics II transduction, measurement circuitry, MEMS sensors, Fourier transforms, function fitting, uncertainty analysis, probability density functions and statistics, computer-aided experimentation, and technical reporting. The course features a term-long project of student’s choice. http://web.mit.edu/2.671/www/ Lehigh Mechanical Engineering Lab. I: This class

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Using Arduino in Engineering Education: Motivating Students to Grow from a Hobbyist to a Professional

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 2
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Brian M. Wood, Keysight Technologies; Alexander O. Ganago, University of Michigan
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

should we learn about “X”? Insteadof traditional preaching that “X” would probably be useful in your profession, the answerbecomes: “Because it helps you do cool things with Arduino this week.”In the context of Engineering Education, at any level from high school to college, for ElectricalEngineering (EE) and non-EE majors alike, “X” may be any of the following: Sensors andcalibration; Ohm’s law and voltage division; Current and power; Sine and square waves;Transient responses; Analog and digital signals; Sampling rate, bits, and accuracy; Controltheory; Programming; Protocols for wireless communication; Test/measurement procedures;How motors work, etc.Use of Arduino-based projects as motivators for learning is beneficial to both the student and

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No-cost Implementation of Electronic Lab Notebooks in an Intro Engineering Design Course

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 4
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Daisuke Aoyagi, California State University, Chico
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

powerful, GD seemed almosttoo flexible and complicated to a number of students whose computer literacy was stilldeveloping. In following semesters, we plan to use BBL as main platform, supplemented byGD.Introduction“Introduction to Engineering Design” is a course taken mostly by first- and second-year studentsin the Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering programs at California State University, Chico.This course represents the first engineering design experience for most students in the programs.Students are instructed to keep a notebook in most of lab- and project-oriented courses in ourcurriculum, including “Measurements and Instrumentation” and the senior Capstone designproject. Specific format of these notebooks may vary, depending on the

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Work in Progress: Applications of Internet of Things (IoT) in Distance Lab Checkoff

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 2
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Cyrus Habibi P.E., University of Wisconsin, Platteville; Emily Teresa Carbaugh, University of Wisconsin, Platteville
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

many lab stationsclose to distance learners. The limited availability of instructors to verify students’ work hasmade it difficult for students to receive the help they need to complete projects. Multiplemethods, such as lab simulators or a remote laboratory, have been proposed and used toaddress these challenges based on the idea that simulators can replace the physicalexperiments. There are multiple software programs that enable students to design electroniccircuits. These programs contain virtual instruments such as oscilloscopes, function generators,and logic analyzers that can be used to simulate and observe the voltages and currents atvarious points of a circuit. However, no simulator can completely replace the actual hands-onlaboratory

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Alternative Approaches to Undergraduate Engineering Laboratory Experience for Low-income Nations

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 5
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Kimia Moozeh, University of Toronto ; Nadine Ibrahim, University of Toronto; Rahim Rezaie, University of Toronto; Yacob Astatke, Morgan State University; Murray R. Metcalfe, University of Toronto; Greg Evans, University of Toronto
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

Ibrahim is a civil engineer who is passionate about the sustainability of global cities. She is a triple graduate of the University of Toronto, and holds a BASc (2000), MASc (2003), and PhD (2015) in Civil Engineering, and a Certificate of Preventive Engineering and Social Development. Nadine has leveraged her industry experience to expand her inquiry into cities through urban and environmental projects in Canada and abroad. In 2010, she received the Early Career Award, awarded by the Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering at U of T to one alumnus, in celebration of 10 years of achievements. From undergrad research in structural engineering, into sustainable infrastructure in grad school, her vision is to connect

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Using Mechatronics to Develop Self Learners and Connect the Dots in the Curriculum

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 4
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Robert J. Rabb P.E., The Citadel; Nathan John Washuta P.E., The Citadel; Coleman D. Floyd
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

innovative solutions require theintegration of introductory computer programming and microcontroller functions with electricaland mechanical engineering applications. Students mention the open ended, hands-on activitiesin the course feedback as relevant applications that helped them improve their understanding andappreciation for the theory learned in the classroom. Additionally, students have learned toincorporate some of the lab requirements into their senior capstone projects. Working throughthe labs provides an excellent vehicle for deeper understanding and solving open-ended problemswhile contributing to a number of ABET student outcomes.IntroductionIndustry has recognized the need for engineers with a multidisciplinary background

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BYOE: The Fidget Car—An Apparatus for Small-group Learning in Systems and Controls

Conference Session: Panel Session
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Laura E. Ray, Dartmouth College; Raina White, Dartmouth College; David M. Feinauer P.E., Norwich University; David A. Hodgson, Union College; Eric B. Welch, Christian Brothers University; Yeu-Sheng P. Shiue, Christian Brothers University; Carlos L. Luck, University of Southern Maine; Jonathan West, University of New Mexico; Blair T. Allison, Grove City College; Kevin Huang, Trinity College; Nathan Amanquah, Ashesi University College; Daniel Logan Ray; Devin Tracey Montgomery, Dartmouth College; Prudence Merton, Dartmouth College; Vanessa Svihla, University of New Mexico
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

Systems engineering from Cornell University. She worked as a Systems Engineer at Hamilton Sundstrand, and then transitioned to teaching high school Physics. Currently Mrs. White works with students at Dartmouth College in systems, fluids, mechanical engineering, and auto- motive engineering courses and projects. She is very interested in improving student’s ability to translate coursework into analysis applied to the design process.Dr. David M. Feinauer P.E., Norwich University Dr. Feinauer is an Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering, and the Freshman En- gineering Coordinator at Norwich University. His scholarly work spans a number of areas related to engineering education, including P-12

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Laboratory Design to Enhance Understanding of Statics for Aeronautical Engineering Technology Students

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 3
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Brian Kozak, Purdue Polytechnic Institute; Chenyu Huang, Purdue University
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

deliver a successful statics course for AET students, projects aredesigned as combinations of lecture and laboratory work. In addition, it is important to enablestudents to associate theoretical knowledge with subjects that they would encounter in theworkforce. To better enhance the practical education of AET students, this paper introduces astrategy in the lab session of statics course for AET students. This lab session embraces real-world aeronautical examples from aircraft, so that students can develop analytical skills.Exposure to airworthy aircraft parts is expected to more effectively introduce students to theimportance of statics and motivate students to apply theoretical knowledge of statics. Duringlecture, analogs of typical physical

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Is a Virtual Reality-based Laboratory Experience a Viable Alternative to the Real Thing?

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 3
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: James R. McCusker Ph.D., Wentworth Institute of Technology; Mohammed A. Almaghrabi, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Bryon Kucharski, Wentworth Institute of Technology
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

. Research indicates that involving students in hands-onactivities can enhance STEM education and the overall quality of the learning experience 3 .STEM education exposes students to explore complex topics that can be reinforced through alaboratory experience. A positive hands-on laboratory experience can also have a significantimpact on retention in engineering students. Knight et al. identified an over 15% increase inretention when first year engineering students are exposed to a hands-on project-basedcurriculum 4 . Although the benefits of a hands-on laboratory experience are apparent, thesignificant cost of laboratory equipment can be prohibitive for some institutions 2 .Computer simulation has been shown to be an effective tool that can be a

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Voice of the Students: Continuous Lab Course Improvement Using Student Feedback

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 5
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Bridget M. Smyser, Northeastern University
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

and sensors formeasuring common engineering quantities such as pressure, strain, temperature, etc. In addition,this course serves as the primary lab experience in thermofluids, covering experimentaltechniques for measuring heat transfer coefficients, analyzing heat exchanger efficiency, andmeasuring wind turbine behavior in a wind tunnel. A term long group project requires students todevelop, execute, and report on a measurement experiment of their own choosing. This course isdesigned to particularly prepare students for their senior year capstone design experience bygiving them practice in open ended projects and higher level analysis skills. The author hastaught this course as the sole instructor since Fall 2010.ME4505 has seven major lab

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Inexpensive Digital Light Processing 3D Printers in Undergraduate Engineering Labs

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 2
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Nebojsa I. Jaksic, Colorado State University, Pueblo; Bahaa I. Kazem Ansaf, Colorado State University, Pueblo
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

Scaffold and Assess Engineering Design Projects,” 2013 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference and Exposition Proceedings, Atlanta, GA, June 22-26, 2013. Paper ID #7298[14] D. Walsh, L. Griffin, and R. Crockett, “COSMM: An Undergraduate Laboratory for Engineering and Manufacturing Complex, Organic Shapes Using Nature as a Template,” 2006 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference and Exposition Proceedings, Chicago, IL, June 18-21, 2006. Session 1530.[15] S. Lai-Yuen, and M. Herrera, “Integrating Real-World Medical Device Projects into Manufacturing Education,” 2009 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference and Exposition Proceedings, Austin, TX, June 14-17 2009

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Field Investigations: An Overlooked Form of Laboratory Experience

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 3
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: David F. Radcliffe, Swinburne University of Technology; Mary K. Pilotte, Purdue University, West Lafayette
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

program. She also is an instructor in executive and global MBA programs. With over 20 years of industrial work experience, and supportive of her academic roles, Mary actively leads academic outreach to industrial firms to develop in/out of classroom, project-based, active learning through identifi- cation of authentic, in-context problem scenarios and the embedded cadence of practice. Pilotte’s research interests involve understanding generation-based engineering culture, identity, and communication in the context of professional engineering practice. Expanded interests include understanding student benefits associated with in-context active learning, and the intersection of engineering education and neurodiver- sity

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Work in Progress - Group Laboratory Experiment During Lecture in an Undergraduate Fluid Dynamics Class: Increasing Student Learning and Communication Skills

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 5
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Ryan Anderson, Montana Engineering Education Research Center; Tariq Akmal, Washington State University; Phillip Himmer, Montana State University
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

currently the Chair of the Department of Teaching & Learning at Washington State Uni- versity. He has collaborated with engineering scholars on numerous projects, providing expertise in cur- riculum and instruction, learning, and K-12 schools.Dr. Phillip Himmer, Montana State University Phillip Himmer received his B.S. in Physics at Washington State University and M.S. in physics at Mon- tana State University. He obtained his PhD in engineering at Montana State University in the Electrical Engineering department. His PhD research focused on the design and fabrication of micro-optical elec- tromechanical systems for aberration correction in imaging systems. As a postdoctoral researcher at Montana State University he

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Design of a Cross-curricular Circuits Laboratory Experiment

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 4
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: William Michael Delaney, University of Portland; Heather Dillon, University of Portland; Joseph P. Hoffbeck, University of Portland
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

in a prior paper [1]. The second moduleintroduces the same equipment to a circuits laboratory that is required for mechanicalengineering students and adds a Wheatstone bridge circuit that students build. This cross-curriculum laboratory module is part of a larger effort by faculty and students to enhance theentire laboratory curriculum and learning experience for mechanical engineers. Thisenhancement includes the following facets: 1. Improve and modernize the technical skills acquired by students in laboratory courses. 2. Thoughtfully incorporate developmental skills, such as teamwork and communication, which are important for engineers.The overall goal of the project is to improve how engineering students learn particular

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Developing a Low-voltage Microgrid for Experiments in Renewable Energy Distribution

Conference Session: Division for Experimentation & Lab-oriented Studies Technical Session 2
Collection: 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Harry Courtney Powell, University of Virginia; Brian Hayt, National Instruments
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

and format illustrated above. • A design project, currently in process, in which students design a simple power flow measurement device, i.e., measure real and reactive power as well as the direction of power flow. Students will be graded on the thoroughness and effectiveness of their designs as well as a written report. • A final presentation on a micro-grid related topic of the student’s choice. Students are expected to produce a tutorial – not survey- on their chosen topics. Among the current topics being presented on are: o The Feasibility of Electric Vehicle Charging in Microgrids o Microgrid StabilityWe expect to use these modes of evaluation as well as student responses to