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Methods, Techniques, and New Programs in Graduate Education

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Clara Pérez-Molina, DIEEC - National Distance Education University; Maria José Albert Gomez, UNED; Rosario Gil, Spanish University for Distance Education (UNED); GABRIEL DIAZ ORUETA, UNED; Elio Sancristobal, uned; Sergio Martin, UNED - Spanish University for Distance Education; Mohamed Tawfik, Spanish University for Distance Education (UNED); Manuel Castro, Universidad Nacional de Educacion a Distancia; Alberto Pesquera, UNED; Félix García Loro

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Graduate Studies

needs of higher education graduates in Engineering, Informationand Communication Technologies (ICT) and Telecom services, since there is a need of newskills requirements of many jobs not only in terms of formal qualifications, but also in termsof detailed skills and competences. Identification of new demands for qualifications andqualifications profile development input the business and employment into curriculumdevelopment and course design, to answer to the need of practically oriented/occupationallyspecific and designed for participants to acquire the practical skills, and know-how needed foremployment in a particular occupation programs, which usually provides the participants witha labor-market relevant qualification. In the view of

Conference Session

Graduate Education Model, Industry and Practitioner Experience - Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 1

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alex Jordan Hanson, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Peter Lindahl, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Samantha Dale Strasser, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Alison F. Takemura, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Dirk R. Englund, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Jaime Goldstein, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Graduate Studies

Electronics at MIT working under the direction of Dr. Steven Leeb. His research interests include sensors and instrumentation for energy and power systems; renewable energy generation, integration, and control; and energy policy. In addi- tion to research, Dr. Lindahl aids Dr. Leeb’s instruction of several courses related to power electronics, microcontrollers, and product design. He also serves as a Communication Lab advisor in MIT’s Electri- cal Engineering and Computer Science Department, where he provides peer-coaching services regarding technical communication to fellow EECS postdocs and graduate students.Samantha Dale Strasser, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Samantha Dale Strasser aims to elucidate how cell

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Design and Assessment of Graduate Curriculum

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Homero Gregorio Murzi, Virginia Tech; Prateek Shekhar, University of Texas, Austin; Lisa D. McNair, Virginia Tech

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Graduate Studies

India.Dr. Lisa D. McNair, Virginia Tech Lisa D. McNair is an Associate Professor of Engineering Education at Virginia Tech, where she also serves as co-Director of the VT Engineering Communication Center (VTECC). Her research interests include interdisciplinary collaboration, design education, communication studies, identity theory and re- flective practice. Projects supported by the National Science Foundation include exploring disciplines as cultures, interdisciplinary pedagogy for pervasive computing design; writing across the curriculum in Statics courses; as well as a CAREER award to explore the use of e-portfolios to promote professional identity and reflective practice

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Potpourri: Various Issues and Topics in Graduate Studies

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Donna M Mohr, Lehigh University; Jennifer H. Gross P.E., Lehigh University; Raymond A Pearson, Lehigh University; John B Ochs, Lehigh University; Ana-Iulia Alexandrescu, Lehigh University

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Graduate Studies

. These so calledprofessional master’s or Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) degrees are designed for the individualwho is seeking a competitive edge upon embarking on a career in industry, but is not interestedin completing an in-depth research project and publishing. Students entering these programs areanxious to enter the work force, as such the programs are typically designed to be completed in-residence, in one year or less. While it is not impossible to do so, the large majority of theseindividuals will not continue on to complete a Ph.D. upon graduation from these programs. Assuch, the M.Eng. degree is often viewed as a terminal graduate degree.The professional master’s degree is of course not a novel concept. Around the turn of the centurythe

Conference Session

Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Marianna Savoca, Stony Brook University; Rachel F. Perlman, Stony Brook University; Kimberly Bell, Stony Brook University; Monica Bugallo, Stony Brook University

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Graduate Studies

continued success of incoming graduate students in an era of uncertainty, anxiety, anduneasiness. The piloted virtual orientation program ran in a variety of digital platforms,asynchronously and synchronously, and included several best practices and strategies for asuccessful graduate student orientation (Almanzar et al., 2016), e.g., exploration of relevantresources (academic platforms, health and wellness, communities of support, etc.), social events,career discussions, and departmental advising and mentoring. This new program also integrated acomprehensive teaching assistant (TA) training component for those students who would beassigned teaching assignments.LiteratureGraduate Student Orientation: Research on transition to college is largely

Conference Session

Graduate Student Experiences

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tammy VanDeGrift, University of Portland; Janet Davis, University of Washington

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Graduate Studies

. IntroductionIn a review of recent research, Gaff reported in his article “The Disconnect Between GraduateEducation and Faculty Realities” that graduate students are not equipped for the faculty positionsthey accept and have little exposure to other career paths outside the academy 1. Graduatestudents reported not having enough information to help them choose or plan for a career. Oneresponse for this lack of information is the Preparing Future Faculty (PFF) program launched in1993 by the Association of American Colleges and Universities and the Council of GraduateSchools. The PFF program is designed to expose students to the teaching profession and provideinformation about academic careers. Several research universities have Preparing Future

Conference Session

Educating Students for Professional Success

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrea Burrows, The University of Cincinnati; Anant Kukreti, The University of Cincinnati; Mike Borowczak, The University of Cincinnati; Amr Safwat, The University of Cincinnati

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Graduate Studies

of experience in dealing with difficult students or difficultsituations. Formal teaching methods are often not supplied – and practical experience is limited,often resulting in poor and ineffective communication between faculty and students.This paper will address a potential solution towards preparing graduate students in becomingfuture engineering faculty. The paper will focus on several engineering graduate students whoparticipated in a grant linking their education, research, and career development. Thedevelopment of the graduate students in the program is rooted in a 20 hour a week commitmentto develop and implement self-created, engineering and research related lessons in local highschools throughout the academic year. The paper will

Conference Session

Educating Students for Professional Success

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hazem Tawfik, State University of New York; K. Shahrabi, State University of New York, College of Technology at Farmingdale; Beverly Kahn, Farmingdale State College - State University of New York

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Graduate Studies

graduate studies and achieve their academic goals. The program will also expand facultyinvolvement in research and professional development and increase students’ participation inindustrial applied research and product development projects that will positively impact theirmarketability and satisfy the Middle States reaccreditation and review process. This will preparestudents for successful futures by providing real life applications of knowledge, critical thinkingand a sound liberal arts education to help them pursue rewarding and successful careers.According to the College’s mission review, the implementation of this proposed program isgiven a top priority in the ongoing institutional planning process as it will foster teaching,learning

Conference Session

Future Career and Professional Success for Graduate Students

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Janie McClurkin, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Velvet Fitzpatrick, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Catherine G.P. Berdanier, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Monica Farmer Cox, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Cyndi Lynch, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Graduate Studies

Faculty Early Career (CAREER) and Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) recipient.Ms. Cyndi Lynch, Purdue University, West Lafayette Cyndi Lynch is the Director of Fellowships and Graduate Student Professional Development for the Pur- due Graduate School. Ms. Lynch is a registered veterinary technician, focusing on animal behavior. Her research focuses on doctoral student engagement and assessment of doctoral student learning outcomes in identified best practices, including mentoring, developing effective writing strategies, recruitment, reten- tion, and transition courses, and doctoral student professional development. Ms. Lynch instructs Purdue’s Preparing Future Faculty course and the

Conference Session

Pedagogy and Teaching Preparation in Graduate Programs

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Miguel Velez-Reyes P.E., University of Texas at El Paso; Fenot Aklog, Columbia University; Dawn M. Horton, University of Massachusetts, Amherst; Yajaira Mejia, City College of New York; Ivonne Santiago P.E., University of Texas at El Paso; Jorge E. González, City College of New York; Jeff Sivils, El Paso Community College; Harry Meeuwsen, University of Texas at El Paso; Fred Moshary, City University of New York; Joseph Barba, City University of New York

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Diversity

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Graduate Studies

significantly across institutions. How CC faculty participation in research isaccounted for in tenure and promotion at CC is quite variable. For instance, inside our partnership,research expectations for faculty at the CC of the CUNY system are much higher than at EPCC.However, UG research at CC is recognized [8] as a high impact practice to support student successthat can positively impact graduation, STEM retention, and transfer rates.H-AGEP provides training to the Fellows in best mentoring practices of undergraduate students inresearch. Workshops on student mentoring and on research opportunities at CC are given to theFellows. CC faculty mentors provide opportunities for some of the Fellows to mentor CC studentsin research projects.4.2.3

Conference Session

Non-Traditional Doctoral Programs

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rachal E. Thomassie, Texas A&M University; Timothy J. Jacobs, Texas A&M University

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Graduate Studies

doctoraldegree.This professional engineering degree differs from a research-based doctorate degree in that itfocuses on developing deep engineering principles AND non-technical skills aroundorganizational leadership. Emphasis is placed on engineering practice, public service anddeveloping leadership potential, not on basic research and research methodology. This degreeprepares an engineer for business leadership success working at the highest levels of theengineering profession.The late ‘80s revitalization of this program came from the efforts of the then Assistant Dean ofEngineering. He saw the tremendous benefits of such a degree and realized a niche need graduatesof this program could fulfill. Engineers are trained for technical competence and expertise

Conference Session

Innovative Graduate Programs and Methods, Developing Master's & Ph.D. Programs and Graduate Teaching Assistants

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas J. Connolly, University of Texas - Austin

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Graduate Studies

of early- and end-of-semester student ratings of TAs, and completion rates and class averages for courses that havetraditionally lower levels of student success.Implications of this InitiativeBased on the preliminary results of the TA certification program, we believe that this programhas demonstrated significant potential to increase student success and retention, while providingrelevant professional learning opportunities for TAs that will serve them beyond their roles asengineering educators.Although this program was developed for graduate TAs at a research-intensive university, webelieve that its core design principles will enable it to be adapted for use in engineering programsat a wide variety of institutions whose programs and student

Conference Session

Faculty Reward System Reform

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Donald Keating, University of South Carolina; Thomas Stanford, University of South Carolina; John Bardo, Western Carolina University; Duane Dunlap, Western Carolina University; Gary Bertoline, Purdue University; Dennis Depew, Purdue University; Mark Schuver, Purdue University; Eugene DeLoatch, Morgan State University; Stephen Tricamo, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Timothy Lindquist, Arizona State University; Albert McHenry, Arizona State University; Harvey Palmer, Rochester Institute of; David Quick, Rolls-Royce Corporation; Mohammad Noori, California State Polytechnic University; Joseph Tidwell, Boeing Co.; Roger Olson, Rolls-Royce Corporation; Samuel Truesdale, Rolls-Royce Corporation

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Graduate Studies

Engineers (NSPE), theAmerican Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), and that used in industry and government service.II. National Collaborative: Purposeful Advancement of ProfessionalGraduate Education for Creative Engineering Practice and Technology InnovationInitiated in 2000 by leaders of the ASEE-Graduate Studies Division, College Industry PartnershipDivision, and Corporate Members Council, the National Collaborative Task Force on EngineeringGraduate Education Reform is a coalition of innovative faculty, academic leaders from research andcomprehensive universities, and engineering leaders from industry who are working together to respondto the urgency for reshaping engineering graduate education to better serve the needs of the modernpractice of

Conference Session

Developing Teaching and Mentoring Skills

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Donald P. Visco Jr., University of Akron; Nidaa Makki; Esther R. Wain-Weiss, Universtiy of Akron

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Graduate Studies

an hour. All of the doctoral students in cohort one were invited to participate andthey all agreed to be interviewed and audio recorded.The following questions guided the focus group interview: 1. Can you tell me about the impact the program had your preparation and interest for an academic career, with respect to your role as an engineering educator? 2. To what extent are you using the information learned about teaching engineering in your current practice? 3. How prepared do you feel in the teaching aspects of an academic career? 4. To what extent did this program support your job search efforts in relation to teaching engineering? 5. How would you describe a good engineering educator? 6. What were the best

Conference Session

Methods, Techniques and New Programs in Graduate Education

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Monica Cox, Purdue University; Cyndi Lynch, Purdue University; Jiabin Zhu, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Phillip Dunston, Purdue University; Audeen Fentiman, Purdue University; Pamella Shaw, Purdue University; Demetra Evangelou, Purdue University

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Graduate Studies

on doctoral student engagement in identified best practices, including mentoring and faculty-student relationships, orientations and transition courses, and doctoral student professional development. Her research explores the impact of best practices on the associated doctoral student learning outcomes and assessment of best practices. She instructs Purdue’s Preparing Future Faculty course and the Preparing Future Professionals course, designed to facilitate graduate students transition into faculty positions and non-academic positions respectively.Jiabin Zhu, Purdue University, West Lafayette Jiabin Zhu is a PhD student in the School of Engineering Education at Purdue University. She

Conference Session

Professional Graduate Education and Industry

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ronald J. Bennett, Univeristy of Saint Thomas; Elaine R. Millam, University of Saint Thomas

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College Industry Partnerships, Graduate Studies

person in charge of her/his life-long plan. The series intended to answer thequestion, “How do I get the best possible results for my life goals from this graduate program?”With faculty and industry engagement, we identified specific learning outcomes for theleadership series, critical features for the process and expected outcomes for each of the courses.We used a set of critical design assumptions as our guide for development. These assumptionswere based on adult learning theory as well as motivational theory. Furthermore, we felt thestudent should take personal responsibility to be actively involved in their learning agenda, shapea vision for his/her leadership and learning that would guide their planning process while theydeliberately

Conference Session

Potpourri: Various Issues and Topics in Graduate Studies

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael J. Dyrenfurth, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Kathryne Ann Newton, Purdue Polytechnic Institute, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Mitchell L Springer PMP, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Mary E. Johnson, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Randy R. Rapp, School of Construction Management, Purdue Polytechnic Institute

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Graduate Studies

United States15 recognised theapplicability of Roberts’s recommendations, urging US graduate schools to “make every effort todevelop these opportunities for their doctoral students16” (p.44).”Instead of the typical research-focused dissertations such programs will conceptualize, researchand plan for implementation of a field/practice based research and /or development project in anyof the arenas of today's complex technology-based enterprises. Typically professional doctorateswill advance a state of a technology or practice from one Technology Readiness Level to thenext higher level. In essence they will engage in use-inspired research17.3 Forces evidencing the needAs suggested by this paper’s Figure 1 in the introduction, there are multiple

Conference Session

Graduate Student Writing and Communication

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Amy M. Clobes, University of Virginia; Lindsay Wheeler, University of Virginia

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Graduate Studies

withthree components: 1) hands-on training seminars, 2) communication challenges putting thetraining into practice on video and for audiences reflective of the professions discussed in theprogram, and 3) mentorship by a non-program institutional STEM alumnus/a. This paper will present the program design and research results from the first year. Usinga mixed methods approach, we sought to examine the extent to which graduate students’perceptions of communication confidence and awareness of STEM career opportunitiesimproved over the course of the program. We also aimed to measure their communication skillsto different audiences and obtain feedback on the most impactful program components. Dataincluded pre/post-surveys, focus groups, and

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Professional Graduate Education and Industry

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas Stanford, University of South Carolina

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Graduate Studies

knowledge has been gained at university, usually involvingstudy from both a scientific and an engineering perspective. However, this is usually insufficient for theeffective practice of engineering. The effective engineer-leader must develop the skill of applyingscientific knowledge not only to the solution of “routine” problems but also to new and unique problems.The latter requires continual self-directed learning.Technical Knowledge Technologies change very rapidly. While the engineer’s education does not becomeoutdated, he or she must continually learn about new technologies as they evolve. These new technologiesoften represent emerging best practices that can be employed in the effective solution to a newengineering challenge. The effective

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Professional Graduate Education and Industry

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Roger Olson, Rolls-Royce Corporation

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Graduate Studies

postgraduate degrees.However, creative/innovative engineers will, and must, enhance their skills beyond their highest attaineddegree.Engineering leaders must be developed who will, in turn, guide other engineers to develop innovativenew designs, and who will lead the development of products providing what the customer wants andneeds. Management styles that will both encourage innovation, and meet the basic human needs ofengineers are needed. This will include the adoption of cutting-edge concepts and best practices fromother nations. This, in turn, will lay the groundwork for turning theory into practice. Engineers must alsodrive changes in their fields. The field of engineering is changing so rapidly, that an engineer must keepup with the rapid

Conference Session

Methods, Techniques, and New Programs in Graduate Education

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Richard Chiou, Drexel University ; Tzu-Liang Bill Tseng, University of Texas, El Paso; Yalcin Ertekin, Drexel University (Tech.); M. Eric Carr, Drexel University

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Graduate Studies

. Recirculation hasbeen added in the new and innovative manufacturing processes, including reuse,remanufacture, and recycle.Design for the EnvironmentStudents have to learn what the Design for Environment (DfE) is in the course. Designfor Environment has the common known acronym DfE and can be viewed in differentways. DfE is a philosophy that advocates that consideration be given to the environmentwhen developing new products and processes. DfE is an engineering design initiative thatpromotes environmentally sound decisions at every step of the production process fromchemical design, process engineering, procurement practices, and end productspecification to post-use disposal. The concept is developing in the environmental/engineering fields and is

Conference Session

Improving the Teaching Skills of Graduate Students

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mary Lynn Brannon, Pennsylvania State University; Sarah Zappe, Pennsylvania State University

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Graduate Studies

Pennsylvania StateUniversity. The course design incorporates lecture, discussion, active learning, and peer learningactivities that allow the students to experience the teaching process first hand. The courseincorporates two teaching observations, one by the course instructor and the other in the form ofa peer observation. The purpose of this paper is to share the experience, lessons learned and thebenefits of the course as it prepares a diverse population of graduate assistants to be teachers inundergraduate engineering courses. Publications that support teaching and learning strategies,model programs and framework for TA seminars are represented in the research.2 However, theresearch is lacking in the area of “how to implement” a program for TAs in

Conference Session

Mentoring Graduate Students, Diversity, and Assessment

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carla Purdy, University of Cincinnati

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Graduate Studies

Academic Careers AbstractFor students graduating with a Ph.D. in engineering today and opting for an academiccareer, the path to eventual promotion and tenure is likely to be long and difficult. Whilenew Ph.D.s may understand the importance of continuing to do cutting-edge research,establishing a solid funding record, and obtaining strong teaching recommendations,there are many other factors important to career success of which they may be unaware.For example, they may have little knowledge of how formal promotion and tenure rulesmay be interpreted by their colleagues, what an annual performance evaluation reallymeans, how to establish a good network of mentors with whom to discuss importantcareer decisions

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Methods, Techniques and New Programs in Graduate Education

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hetal Jasani, Northern Kentucky University; Traian Marius Truta, Northern Kentucky University

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Graduate Studies

elective in Social Informatics is also available for students whowant to cultivate a deeper understanding of technology as an arena for social interaction, as is thecase in the modern workplace.In short, the placement of the program in the interdisciplinary College of Informatics makes itstand out from the crowd of various IT graduate programs currently offered in this country. Theprogram is not static; it will evolve as the college evolves, and as it matures it will deepen itsconnections with the local IT industry.The Need for the MSCIT ProgramOur society’s dependence on information technology, and the sophistication of such technology,has evolved to a point where an in-depth knowledge of IT concepts and best practices is animportant asset for

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Issues in Academic Integrity and the Value of Portfolios, Case Studies, and Supportive Programs

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Scott R. Hamilton, Northeastern University

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Graduate Studies

years on the faculty at the US Military Academy at West Point teaching civil engineering. He is a Fellow of ASCE. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 Imperative Issues and Elusive Solutions in Academic Integrity: A Case StudyAbstractThis research investigates the issue of academic integrity, specifically plagiarism, as it relates toand affects graduate engineering students. The scope of this project included a comprehensivereview of relevant literature and case study analysis in a large enrollment, multi-instructor, 1-credit course entitled Career Management for Engineers. This is a required course for graduateengineering students who desire to participate

Conference Session

Issues in Academic Integrity and the Value of Portfolios, Case Studies, and Supportive Programs

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Catherine T. Amelink, Virginia Tech; Benjamin David Lutz, Virginia Tech; Marvin K. Karugarama, Virginia Tech; John J. Lesko, Virginia Tech

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Diversity

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Graduate Studies

design and project work, student experiences in engineering design, the transition from engineering school into the workplace, and also efforts for inclusion and diversity within engineering. His current work is in related understanding how students describe their own learning in engineering, and how that learning supports transfer of learning from school into professional practice as well as exploring students’ conceptions of diversity and its importance within engineering fields.Mr. Marvin K. Karugarama, Virginia TechDr. John J. Lesko, Virginia Tech Jack serves as the Associate Dean for Research & Graduate Studies in VT’s College of Engineering, Professor of Engineering Mechanics, and is a cofounder of PowerHub

Conference Session

Graduate Student Experiences

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Scott Rogers, Georgia Institute of Technology; Jeremy Noonan, Purdue University; Jaemeen Baek, Georgia Institute of Technology; Sangil Lee, Georgia Institute of Technology; Ulas Tezel, Georgia Institute of Technology; Grant Michalski, Georgia Institute of Technology; Chia-Hung Hou, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Graduate Studies

environmental engineering program needed to overcome these obstacles tocreate a valid assessment tool. Previous program surveys did not amply address specific studentconcerns. Those surveys had poorly designed questions and answer formats. Survey distributionhad relied on students to retrieve and return surveys themselves. Data analysis had consisted ofonly computing mean values and compiling comments. Results of the surveys had suffered fromlow response rates, biases, and demographic underrepresentation.A graduate-student committee designed a survey considering the aforementioned problems.“The improvement of research quality” was the overall survey theme, and four subtopics --research resources, research preparation, research views and attitudes, and

Conference Session

Issues of Diversity in Graduate Engineering Education

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Eugene DeLoatch, Morgan State University; Sherra Kerns, Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering; Lueny Morell, Hewlett-Packard; Carla Purdy, University of Cincinnati; Paige Smith, University of Maryland; Samuel Truesdale, Rolls-Royce Corporation

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Graduate Studies

successful initiatives and to begin to develop resources for others interested inencouraging diversity at the graduate level. Over the next year we will continue to collectinformation about exemplary programs, projects, and activities that facilitate increased diversityin graduate engineering education. Information on these initiatives will be maintained on theGraduate Studies Division web page, along with the papers which have appeared in this series ofpanel sessions and a summary of best practices.IntroductionWhile many excellent programs exist for increasing diversity among precollege andundergraduate students and among faculty, programs targeting graduate students have receivedless attention. While some programs designed specifically for

Conference Session

Graduate Student Experiences

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Reginald Rogers, University of Michigan; Anthony Lachawiec, University of Michigan; Jeffrey Ringenberg, University of Michigan

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Graduate Studies

Northeastern. Reginald also served as President of the ASEE student chapter at the University of Michigan from 2005-2007. His current research is focused on the self-assembly of colloidal crystal structures for various applications. Upon finishing his degree, Reginald plans to return to industry before pursuing a position at the university level.Anthony Lachawiec, University of Michigan Anthony J. Lachawiec Jr. is a graduate student pursuing a Ph.D. in chemical engineering at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. He currently serves as the ASEE Student Chapter President and has been a Graduate Student Instructor for undergraduate laboratory courses at both the University of Michigan and Lehigh

Conference Session

Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 4

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Thomas L. Acker, Northern Arizona University; Nena E. Bloom, Northern Arizona University

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Diversity

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Graduate Studies

Paper ID #33173The Rapid Model: Initial Results From Testing a Model to Set Up aCourse-Sharing Consortia for STEM Programs at the Graduate LevelDr. Thomas L. Acker, Northern Arizona University Dr. Tom Acker is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Northern Arizona University, where he has been since 1996. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Colorado State University. His duties include teaching and performing research related to energy systems, power system modeling, renewable energy, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics. His research in wind energy relates to and wind flow modeling for distributed wind