our society is imperative. Inrecognition of this problem, the objective of this paper is to present the geothermal energy as oneof the clean and sustainable form of renewable energy that uses the heat stored in the Earth as itssource of energy. Its first commercial uses dates back to the early 1800’s and has continued togrow throughout the years. One of its most known and common uses is at a small scale as a heatsource for residences. It can also be used at a much larger scales. There are several questions thatcome up with large scale geothermal energy model. How much energy can be produced? Cangeothermal energy produce enough energy for a whole town, city, or country? What is the initialcost and lifelong cost of geothermal energy? Are there
modelingPerformance Engineer Specialist Engine Manufacturing Simulation/modeling of gas turbine cyclesDesign Engineer Motion and Control Technol. Simulation, modeling and statistical designNational FactorsModeling and simulation (M & S) are endorsed at the federal level as an area needed in theUnited States. It is endorsed through House Resolution Number 487, which passed in the Houseof Representatives by voice vote in 2007.17 The Resolution recognized the contribution ofmodeling and simulation technology to the security and prosperity of the United States, andrecognized modeling and simulation as a National Critical Technology. In addition, the topic isof sufficient national importance to have a Congressional
that e-portfolio work could help address.References1. Denecke, D.D., Kent, J., and Wiener, W. (2011). Preparing Future Faculty to Assess Student Learning. Washington, DC: Council of Graduate Schools.2. Ashforth, B. E. (2001). Role transitions in organizational life: An identity-based perspective. Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, Inc.3. Colbeck, C. S. (2008). Professional identity development theory and doctoral education. New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 2008(113), 9-16.4. Harrison, R. L. (2008). Scaling the ivory tower: Engaging emergent identity as researcher. Canadian Journal of Counselling, 42(4), 237-248.5. Blair, K. L., & Monske, E. A. (2009). Developing digital literacies and
their perceptions onthe roles returners can and do play.References1. Peters, D. L. & Daly, S.R. (2011). The challenges of returning: Transitioning from an engineering career to graduate school. American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition, Vancouver, BC.2. Peters, D. L. & Daly, S. R. (2012). Why do professionals return to school for graduate degrees? Proceedings of the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition, San Antonio, TX.3. Peters & Daly, (2013). Returning to graduate school: Expectations of success, values of the degree, and managing the costs. Journal of Engineering Education.4. Strutz, M. L., Cawthorne Jr., J.E., Ferguson, D. M
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deciding who to ask for recommendations, and detailed advice is given on how toprepare background information that will assist letter writers in highlighting the range ofapplicants' skills and abilities.IntroductionRecommendation letters are typically one component of a larger application package, which mayalso include transcripts, test scores, statements of purpose, and a resume. Before asking forrecommendation letters, you should consider the purpose and scope of the opportunity, anddetermine what types of recommendations would be most appropriate and helpful in convincingthe reviewer that you are the best fit for this opportunity.For instance, typical graduate school applications require the following elements: Statement(s) of Purpose: an
strategy to support inclusion by providing usthe tools we need.Future WorkThis is a work in progress. Moving forward we will continue to offer these trainings to educatemore people and will expand the survey instrument to capture more demographic data.Additionally, we will provide opportunities for participants to practice their interventionstrategies.References[1] National Science Foundation, National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics,“Women, Minorities, and Persons with Disabilities in Science and Engineering”, Special ReportNSF 17-310. Arlington, VA. Available at www.nsf.gov/statistics/wmpd/. 2017.[2] G. Wong, A. O. Derthick, E.J. R. David, A. Saw, and S. Okazaki, “The What, the Why, andthe How: A Review of Racial Microaggressions
. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018 The Effectiveness of an On-Campus Open House Targeting Underrepresented StudentsAbstractThe study highlights the outcomes of a program to increase diversity of the application pool bybringing prospective students to campus early in the application cycle. We identified active andearly engagement of female and underrepresented minority prospective students in an on-campusevent as a way to interest them in our graduate programs. During the one- to two-day eventstudents have the opportunity to engage with faculty, staff and students in their program(s) ofinterest, prepare for the application process and learn about funding and faculty research
Baltimore County Shawnisha S. Hester is an Evaluation and Assessment Coordinator. She earned both her BA in Psychol- ogy and MA in Applied Sociology from University of Maryland, Baltimore County. She went on to complete her MSW from University of Maryland School of Social Work. Her research interests focus on using qualitative research methods that measure various phenomena and making connections via an interdisciplinary approach, qualitative evaluation and assessment measurements, increasing the number of minorities in STEM fields, and program development at the graduate level. She has had the oppor- Page
thedesign and implementation of these learning activities and the analysis of students’ deliverablesin the evaluation of students’ learning outcomes.Project SignificanceThe global challenges facing society are more complex than ever and require a highly educatedand skilled workface. Society’s ability to address these global challenges requires the technicalknowledge of scientists and engineers with master’ s or doctoral degrees 1. These globalchallenges will not be addressed solely by Ph.D.s in the academy but also by Ph.D.s in business,government, and non-profit organizations. Over the past decade, doctoral education has receivednational attention with the discussion focusing on criticisms and reform efforts. One of thecriticisms argues that there
(6), 12-21.3. National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), Job Outlook: The Candidate Skills/QualitiesEmployers Want, 2011, Retrieved on July 2013 fromhttp://www.naceweb.org/s10262011/candidate_skills_employer_qualities4. Cleary, M.; Flynn, R.; Thomasson, S.; Alexander, R.; McDonald, B, Precision Consultancy, Graduateemployability skills, 2007. Retrieved on July 2013 fromhttp://aces.shu.ac.uk/employability/resources/GraduateEmployabilitySkillsFINALREPORT1.pdf5. Sugars, J.; Pearce, E., DOCNET: Doctors in Enterprise, Transferable skills and employability fordoctoral graduates: survey of the current landscape (Final report), 2010. Retrieved from (July 2013):http://www.docentproject.eu/doc/Report_DEF_EN.pdf6. Vitae, Researcher
late. There may be no attack, no moment of epiphany, no catastrophe thatwill suddenly demonstrate the threat. Rather, there will be a slow withering, a gradual decline, awidening gap between a complacent America and countries with the drive, commitment andvision to take our place.”2. The Professional Science Master’s (PSM) Degree In response to this need a new type of degree, the Professional Science Master’s, wasestablished at research universities beginning in the early 2000’s using start-up funds providedby the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. It is designed for students who do not wish to continue on toa doctorate leading to an academic career but rather to enter the workforce with a master’sdegree, a degree now viewed by many as having
, Page 22.1652.2piezoelectric materials were not commercialized until the 1940’s, when they found application insensors. Most piezoelectric accelerometers are made of quartz crystal. When the crystal issubjected to a force, it generates a small electrical charge. That charge is directly proportional tothe applied force. Using Newton’s Second Law (F=ma), it is very useful to use piezoelectricsensors to measure force and acceleration, opening a wide array of applications.2,3 Farlow, et alwere able to micromachine piezocomposite transducers with kerfs as small as 13 m, using acopper vapor laser.4Independent Study Research OpportunitiesMinerick, et al show that research can be used as a recruiting tool to draw talented high schoolstudents to the
%)Teaching course(s) 83 (28.8%) 75 (90.4%) Although this seemingly high number of available opportunities appears to contradict theidea that doctoral students are not getting adequate preparation for teaching careers, it isimportant to note that a very small percentage of grad students participate in such programs.One of the authors of this paper with experience with teaching certificate programs and coursesat three separate universities estimates that less than 5% of the graduate students at anyuniversity participate in such opportunities, suggesting that these programs are a good first stepbut need to become integral to graduate education to really make a difference. In addition, thePFF
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abstracting overall themes that honor our uniqueperspectives while capturing broader areas of focus for enriching graduate education.ReferencesAdams, R. S., Allendoerfer, C., Bell, P., Chen, H., Fleming, L., Leifer, L., Maring, B. & Williams, D. (2006, June). A model for building and sustaining a community of engineering education research scholars. Paper presented at the 2006 Annual American Society for Engineering Education Conference, Chicago, Illinois. https://peer.asee.org/1003Adams, R. S., Allendoerfer, C., Rhoulac Smith, T., Socha, D., Williams, D., & Yasuhara, K. (2007, June). Storytelling in engineering education. Paper presented at 2007 Annual American Society for Engineering Education Conference & Exposition, Honolulu
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, were granted admission into the program.3. Application BreakdownExamining details from the applications can provide valuable insight on key factors affecting thesuccess of s students completing the admission process through enrollment as well as featuresthat can strengthen international recruitment for the OMGT program.3.1. Number of ApplicantsOne of the first metrics to evaluate is the number of applications received during the time periodbeing analyzed (2011-2017). There were a total 361 applications from international students forthe Operations Management program at the Univerity of Arkansas. From those students, 15% ofthem were from applicants who were previously enrolled at the university. The remaining 85%did not have previous
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chemicals and biological agents as well as safety procedures for injuries,fires, and other problems. Some students also had attended department-specific safety programs- usually in the first year of their graduate programs. To upgrade all students skills, the leadoperator(s) of each piece of major equipment led a short workshop on using that peice ofequipment. Students attending the workshops were enthusiastic about the training. As shown inTable 1, Question 1, students ranked their base knowledge of operating the laboratory equipmentrelatively high (5.9 out of 8), but still felt that the workshops significantly improved their skills. Table 1. Evaluation of 2011-2012 Program, Part 1 Question
. Page 25.560.32.1.3 Scratch CardsFollowing an introduction to the TA union and its responsibilities, scratch cards (see Appendix C– Figure C4) were used to administer a brief, closed-book, multiple-choice quiz on the material(see Appendix D1). The benefit of the scratch card is that if the trainee is unsure of the answer,s/he can scratch out all possible answers until the correct one is revealed. The use of scratchcards in this instance allows us to convey important material to the trainees in a quick andeffective way. Because the answers are provided immediately to the trainees via the scratch card,discussion can be kept brief and to the point.3. ObjectivesFacilitators give a brief introduction of their academic background, past TA experience
. Keating, T. G. Stanford, A. L. McHenry, E. M. DeLoatch, D. R. Depew, N. Latif, G. R. Bertoline, S. J. Tricamo, H. J. Palmer, K. Gonzalez-Landis, E. Segner, J. P. Tidwell, D. H. Quick, J. M. Snellenberger, R. N. Olson, J. O’Brien, L. A. Hammon, J. Spencer, J. Sargent, “Enabling a Strong U.S. Engineering Workforce for Leadership of Technology Development and Innovation in Industry: Critical Skill- Sets for Early Career Development Leading to the Professional Master of Engineering,” Proceedings of the 2006 National Meeting of ASEE, Chicago, IL, June, 2006.5. Dunlap, D. D., D. A. Keating, T. G. Stanford, A. L. McHenry, E. M. DeLoatch, P. Y. Lee, D. R. Depew, G. R. Bertoline, M. J. Dyrenfurth, S. J. Tricamo, I. T. Davis, J. P
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encountered. For this reason the TFs wereassigned to engage in one or more sessions of the outreach programs offered to the middle andhigh school students in the local community.Obj 3: Emphasize best practice teaching techniquesParticipation in the outreach programs began with instruction and mentoring by a facultymember who has been active in these programs for many years. A half-day session was devotedto discussion of content preparation and a demonstration of a typical program activity. The TFsrole-played the students they would be teaching when they supervise a session during theoutreach program to which they were assigned.Each TF met with a Faculty mentor(s) to become familiar with two or three hands-on STEMprojects that would be their
under Grant No.1743666. We thank Stephanie Jarek for assistance compiling the information sources.ReferencesAustin, A. E. (2002). Preparing the next generation of faculty: Graduate school as socialization to the academic career. The Journal of Higher Education, 73(1), 94-122.Beqiri, M. S., Chase, N. M., & Bishka, A. (2009). Online course delivery: An empirical investigation of factors affecting student satisfaction. Journal of Education for Business, 85(2), 95-100.Borrego, M., & Henderson, C. (2014). Increasing the use of evidence‐based teaching in STEM higher education: A comparison of eight change strategies. Journal of Engineering Education, 103(2), 220-252. https://doi.org/10.1002/jee.20040Cannon
. Suppose R1 andR2 are two rankings from a set of samples S = (a0 , a1 , . . . , aN −1 ). Defining the rank of ai in Rjas PRj (ai ), the RankDistance RankDist(R1 , R2 ) between R1 and R2 is: |PR1 (ai ) − PR2 (ai )| ai ∈S RankDist(R1 , R2 ) = , (10) Nwhere N is the total number of samples.From Equation 10 we can see that the smaller the RankDist(R1 , R2 ) is, the closer R1 and R2are. In our experiments, we compare our method with U.S. News’ results using RankDist. Aswe said before, we are not taking U.S
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are paying the most attention to are academic integrity issues. The standards for plagiarism or collaboration on an assignment may be different in other countries. We have put a lot of emphasis on needing to educate this influx of international students that academic integrity is very important here.[26]Several studies conducted in the 1990’s pointed to academic dishonesty and cheating being onthe rise, but found that courses in ethics could reduce the students’ propensity to engage inunethical academic or business practices.[21] All of these solutions, which were focused onstudents, would probably not be able to be put in place by a single instructor or in one course, butrather need to be addressed, supported and