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Lessons Learned: Student Perceptions of Successes and Struggles in One-Year Master's Programs in Engineering

Conference Session: Developing and Establishing Graduate Study Programs - Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 2
Collection: 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Alexa Kottmeyer, Pennsylvania State University; Stephanie Cutler, Pennsylvania State University, University Park
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies

key elements from the program thatalumni found impactful, such as a group design project, field trips, and seminars. Smith andBailey3 discuss their “high touch, high value,” accelerated, systems engineering Master’s degreeprogram. They also reported the results from an alumni survey that highlighted students’ generalsatisfaction with the program. Wuyts et al.4 developed a one-year, multi-campus biochemicalengineering program in Belgium. This program was modular and they focused on the innovativeimplementation of the modules at multiple campuses and their future assessment plans. Each ofthese studies highlighted the new curriculum for a one-year Master’s program. The studentevaluation that was reported was in the form of alumni surveys from

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Building and Sustaining a Successful Graduate Degree in Technology

Conference Session: Developing and Establishing Graduate Study Programs - Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 2
Collection: 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Mohammad A. Zahraee, Purdue University Northwest (College of Technology); Niaz Latif, Purdue University Northwest
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies

addition, afixed plan of study with a technology leadership and management concentration is offered that isfully on-line. The program is housed at the College level and not at the academic departmentlevel. Most students enrolled in the program take a full load of 9 credit hours and the programgraduates over 60 students per year. Over 95% of these graduates obtain employment withinthree months.This paper discusses the strategies of initiating, implementing, and sustaining such graduatedegree program in Technology with various concentrations. Further, a fiscal model for theoperation of the program by maintaining the program quality, high enrollment, and highemployment rate of graduates is also discussed.IntroductionPurdue University Northwest

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Establishing Doctoral Programs in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, and Computing in an Emerging Research Institution: Lessons Learned and Best Practices

Conference Session: Developing and Establishing Graduate Study Programs - Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 2
Collection: 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Janet Callahan, Boise State University; Cheryl B. Schrader, Missouri University of Science and Technology; Darryl P. Butt, University of Utah; Timothy Andersen; Tammi Vacha-Haase, Boise State University; Amy J. Moll, Boise State University
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies

State University’s 2000-2005 Strategic Plan, which reflected an expanded mission with a focus on research. From itsinitial founding, the ECE department had significant collaborations with local industry and inparticular from two major technology corporations that surrounded it. As the program grew andexpanded, the need for a doctoral program was seen as a natural next step in the progress of theuniversity and critical to serving the needs of local industry.Since this would be the first doctoral program in engineering and only the third at the university,several challenges existed. The first was the high cost associated with such a program, thesecond was resistance to the university in moving from a comprehensive institution to a

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An Evaluation of STEM Integration Effectiveness by Artifact Analysis

Conference Session: Analysis of Effectiveness and Impacts of Graduate Programs: Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 8
Collection: 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Michael Wayne Coots, Purdue University; Sarah Knapp, Purdue University; Amelia Chesley, Purdue University; Nathan Mentzer, Purdue University; Dawn Laux, Purdue University
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies

0.75 Element B: Documentation and analysis of prior solution attempts 0.76 Element C: Presentation and justification of solution design requirements 0.95 Element D: Design concept generation, analysis, and selection 0.89 Element F: Consideration of design viability 0.94 Element G: Construction of testable prototype 0.96 Element H: Prototype testing and data collection plan 0.96 Element I: Testing, data collection and analysis 0.95 Element J: Documentation of external evaluation 0.96 Element K

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Board # 78 : Training Students with T-shaped Interdisciplinary Studies in Predictive Plant Phenomics

Conference Session: Graduate Studies Division Poster Session
Collection: 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Julie A. Dickerson, Iowa State University; Theodore (Ted) J. Heindel, Iowa State University; Carolyn J. Lawrence-Dill, Iowa State University; Patrick S. Schnable, Iowa State University; Jill Wittrock, University of Northern Iowa; Mary E. Losch, University of Northern Iowa
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies

) award focusing on Predictive Plant Phenomics (P3). Our program aims toincrease agronomic output as highlighted by the National Plant Genome Initiative’s current five-year plan [NST, 2014]. Ph.D. training production levels and types are not always a good fit foraddressing complex technical and societal problems such as these. To train these scientists, theP3 NRT is using the T-training model proposed by the American Society of Plant Biology(ASPB) and described in “Unleashing a Decade of Innovation in Plant Science: A Vision for2015-2025”. This approach requires that students get broader exposure to multiple disciplines,work with industry and develop effective communication and collaboration skills withoutincreasing the time to graduation. This

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Fostering Graduate Student Professionalism Using Developmental Coaching Techniques

Conference Session: Professionalism and Preparations Developed by Graduate Study Programs—Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 7
Collection: 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Valerie N. Streets, University of Tulsa; Bradley J. Brummel, University of Tulsa; Michael Wade Keller, University of Tulsa; Rami M. Younis, The University of Tulsa
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies

from the organizational sciences andengineering education literatures, nine professional competencies were selected as the structurefor the program. The competencies consisted of non-technical skills that are critical to one’semployability in most high-level jobs: conflict management, creativity, cultural adaptability,leadership, oral communication, planning, problem solving, teamwork, and writtencommunication (see Table 1). Competencies, or soft-skills, recommended in the literature [7]were discussed with engineering faculty members, industry professionals, graduate students, anddepartmental advisory boards to determine a final list for inclusion in the professionaldevelopment program.The individual competencies can be grouped into three

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Professional Competencies with Behaviorally Anchored Ratings for Graduate Students

Conference Session: Professionalism and Preparations Developed by Graduate Study Programs—Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 7
Collection: 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Michael W. Keller, The University of Tulsa; Bradley J. Brummel, University of Tulsa; Valerie N. Streets, University of Tulsa; Alison J. Kerr, University of Tulsa; Rami M. Younis, The University of Tulsa; Leah Tecle, University of Tulsa; Daniel W. Crunkleton, University of Tulsa
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies

approach was to first identify critical areas for graduate student development. Aninitial list was created that grouped potential competencies in three areas, shown inTable 1. Competencies in this list were drawn from work on developmental assessment centersfor managers [2, 3], with input from the faculties in the different engineering disciplines at theUniversity of Tulsa, as well as their Industrial Advisory Boards.Table 1. Initial set of professional competencies. Technical Communication Cultural Information Seeking Oral Communication Cultural Adaptability Planning and Organizing Leadership Teamwork Problem Solving

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An Interdisciplinary Graduate Course for Engineers, Plant Scientists, and Data Scientists in the Area of Predictive Plant Phenomics

Conference Session: Developing and Establishing Graduate Study Programs - Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 2
Collection: 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Theodore J. Heindel, Iowa State University; Carolyn J. Lawrence-Dill, Iowa State University; Julie A. Dickerson, Iowa State University; Patrick S. Schnable, Iowa State University
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies

to ensure that all students have a common knowledgebase in engineering, plant sciences, and data sciences, no matter their background. The goal is toget all students communicating in the same language. The course “Fundamentals of PredictivePlant Phenomics” was developed to meet this challenge. The course planning took nearly oneyear and incorporated input from faculty with various disciplinary backgrounds. The actualcourse is coordinated by an engineering faculty member and taught through a series of guestlecturers covering various plant science, data science, and engineering topics over a 15-weekperiod. In addition to the three 50-minute lectures per week, a 3-hour laboratory each weekprovides an experiential learning opportunity where

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A Broader Impacts Course for Engineering Graduate Students

Conference Session: Analysis of Effectiveness and Impacts of Graduate Programs: Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 8
Collection: 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Sriram Sundararajan, Iowa State University
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies

American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 A broader impacts course for engineering graduate studentsAbstractThis paper describes the development and first offering feedback of a course for engineeringgraduate students aimed at introducing students to the notion of broader impacts of engineeringresearch. During the course, students explored ways in which an engineer’s activities canpotentially benefit society and contribute to the achievement of specific, desired societaloutcomes. The course incorporated lectures from the instructor and invited speakers. Studentsdeveloped a personal broader impacts plan that is aligned with their personal and professionalinterests and goals. Students demonstrated attainment of course outcomes

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The Care and Keeping of Graduate Students: An Interactive Panel Discussion for Novice Advisers of Graduate Students

Conference Session: The Care and Keeping of Graduate Students - GSD Tech Session 6
Collection: 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Catherine G.P. Berdanier, Pennsylvania State University; Katy Luchini-Colbry, Michigan State University
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies, New Engineering Educators

; however, not much curricular emphasis isplaced on developing leadership skills through graduate school or for junior faculty members.Recent studies have linked transformational leadership5,6 –the leadership style that seeks to helpeach individual member of a team develop her or his maximum talent and potential—toinnovation success,27 learning outcomes, and higher productivity.28 By adopting a“transformational leadership” approach to leading and sculpting a research group, advisors canhelp students plan their own success. Outlining specific roles for students and helping them to setgoals for themselves at the same time as a research advisor sets overall goals for the team canhelp to form a productive research group.In sum, there are several

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Technical Review of Companies able to Support the Education and Naval Installations' Renewable Energy Goals through the use of Tidal and Hydro-Kinetic Energy Devices

Conference Session: Graduate Study Programs Supporting Diversity and Underrepresented Minority Students - Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 4
Collection: 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: George Tyler Fischer, U.S. Navy; Fazil T. Najafi, University of Florida
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies

professional meetings and conferences. Lastly, Najafi attends courses, seminars and workshops, and has developed courses, videos and software packages during his career. His areas of specialization include transportation planning and management, legal aspects, construction contract administration, and public works. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 Technical Review of Companies able to Support the Education and Naval Installations’ Renewable Energy Goals through the use of Tidal and Hydro Kinetic Energy DevicesAbstractTidal Energy uses the earth’s gravitational interactions with the sun and moon to converthydraulic energy into usable electric power for

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Practitioner Experience Meets Graduate Academic Research: How Intersections Guide the Work of Returning Engineering Ph.D. Students

Conference Session: Graduate Education Model, Industry and Practitioner Experience - Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 1
Collection: 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Jaclyn K. Murray, University of Michigan; Shanna R. Daly, University of Michigan; Erika Mosyjowski, University of Michigan; Diane L. Peters, Kettering University
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies

what already exists, and work within the bounds of rationality to producenovel iterations. Martinsen found that explorers investigated scenarios by inquiring aboutinformation specific to the problem.31 Explorers refined background knowledge because theytended to have less experience with the task domain than assimilators.32 Assimilators, however,relied on experience to solve problems. As assimilators gained experience with relevant skills,creative performance increased.32Martinsen and Diseth investigated the relationship between the Assimilator—Explorer cognitivestyle, personality characteristics, and inventiveness.33 They determined that high noveltyseeking, and weak preference for rules and planning described explorers. Assimilators

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Energy Science and Engineering Graduate Education at Tokyo Tech

Conference Session: Global Graduate Studies and Programs Abroad - Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 3
Collection: 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Jeffrey Scott Cross, Tokyo Institute of Technology; Mamoru Tanahashi, Tokyo Institute of Technology; Masao Takeyama, Tokyo Institute of Technology; Mutsuko Hatano, Tokyo Institute of Technology; Akira Yamada, Tokyo Tech
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies

plan in 20129 and begin implementation during 2013-2017 under the National UniversityReform Plan10. At Tokyo Tech, the education reform effort took several years and wasimplemented for the benefit of the students to allow greater freedom in directing their education,opportunities to study-abroad and to promote greater study in the liberal arts. During the 2016academic year (April – March) the following changes were made • Academic calendar (April – March) changed from two 15 week semesters to four 8 week quarters • integrated undergraduate and graduate education programs into new schools • reduced the number of undergraduate departments by half • created an institute for liberal arts and require all students to take

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An Interdisciplinary Graduate Education Model for the Materials Engineering Field

Conference Session: Graduate Education Model, Industry and Practitioner Experience - Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 1
Collection: 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Chi-Ning Chang, Texas A&M University, Department of Educational Psychology; Brandie Semma, Texas A&M University; Debra A. Fowler, Texas A&M University; Raymundo Arroyave, Texas A&M University
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies

development of theparticipants include competency rubrics, individual development plan, and ePortfolio. Twelvecompetency rubrics assist in the assessment of program learning outcomes encompassing theproposed professional and technical skills, , including 1) interdisciplinary knowledge generation,2) collaboration, 3) conflict resolution, 4) oral communication, 5) written communication, 6)self-reflection, 7) ethics, 8) interdisciplinary research, 9) multidisciplinary skills, 10) materialsscience engineering, 11) informatics, and 12) design. The rubrics were adapted from theliterature and feedback from the project faculty customized them to the interdisciplinarymaterials science, informatics and design program (example in Appendix A). An

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Applying to Graduate School in Engineering: A Practical Guide

Conference Session: Getting Into Graduate School
Collection: 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Katy Luchini-Colbry, Michigan State University
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies, Student

know you well.  Determine application deadlines for schools where you are interested in applying.  Draft application statement(s).Most graduate programs in engineering expect that you will apply 9-12 months in advance of thesemester in which you wish to begin graduate school. Thus, during the fall term of your finalyear of undergraduate studies, you should complete the following tasks:  Narrow your list of places to apply; generally 3-8 completed applications is a good goal. Ideally, you will apply to a range of schools (size, location, ranking, etc.) where you can make a strong case that you are a good investment and “fit” for their program.  Identify your backup plan – “safety” school, work, volunteering

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Establishing Pathways to the Professoriate for Underrepresented Minority Students

Conference Session: Graduate Study Programs Supporting Diversity and Underrepresented Minority Students - Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 4
Collection: 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Audeen W. Fentiman, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Janet M. Beagle, Purdue University College of Engineering; Phillip S. Dunston, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Susan K. Fisher, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering)
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies

had been approached by employers and were planning to start a careerimmediately after finishing the bachelor’s degree. As a result, the project team decided to add anew component of the program. The new component was called Early Pathways and wasdesigned for sophomores from the MSIs and their faculty or staff mentors.The remaining sections of this paper outline the motivation for this program, describe theprogram itself, and report on student reaction to the first year of the Pathways program. Inaddition, the new Early Pathways component planned for the spring of 2017 will be described.MotivationThe overarching goal of the project is to increase the number of underrepresented minoritystudents who pursue a Ph.D. and a faculty career in

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Graduate Student Support: Using Wellness Programming to Promote Connection, Community, and Sense of Belonging

Conference Session: Graduate Study Programs Supporting Diversity and Underrepresented Minority Students - Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 4
Collection: 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Beth A. Bucher MSW, Ohio State University, Electrical and Computer Engineering Graduate Program
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies

. Universities can embed this in courses and supplement with experiencesoutside of class (Itani, M., Srour, I., 2015). Career planning should also be provided inprofessional development.Pilot Year: Suite of Support ProgramingPeer Mentoring: “Leadership Opportunity”Current MS students were asked to volunteer to meet with a small group of new MS students toanswer questions, offer advice, and share contact information. The active students developedleadership skills and added to their resumes by volunteering. The new students were given accessto experience community building and sense of belonging.A few volunteers were recruited through a “call for leaders”. The rest were recommended byfaculty. Eighteen current students led small groups of four to five

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Graduate School Preparation within an Undergraduate Program (Work in Progress)

Conference Session: Professionalism and Preparations Developed by Graduate Study Programs—Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 7
Collection: 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Aaron Carpenter, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Nate Derbinsky, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Yugu Yang-Keathley, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Durga Suresh, Wentworth Institute of Technology
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies

classes, but focusing on research (independent or group) ⇧ Dissertation, defense, publications, and the role of the advisor Other degrees (e.g., MBA, law, medical, etc.) ⇧ May be easier to transition than you might think ⇧ Likely need to take a few bridge courses; add time to your degree • Application process GREs: SAT of graduate school; get a book, start studying, plan to take 1-2 times R´esum´es: different from job r´esum´es, include more projects, more details; no limit in size Personal statements: standing out, prove your worth with evidence, aim it at the school, department, program, and advisor (research-specific) References/recommendations

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A Graduate Research on the Cost Effective Analysis and Environmental Impact of Using Industrial Byproducts as Supplementary Cementitious Materials in Building Construction

Conference Session: Analysis of Effectiveness and Impacts of Graduate Programs: Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 8
Collection: 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Fazil T. Najafi, University of Florida; Sarah Rajkumari Jayasekaran, University of Florida
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies

Beta Pi. His research on passive radon-resistant new residential building construction was adapted in HB1647 building code of Florida Legislature. Najafi is a member of numerous professional societies and has served on many committees and programs, and continuously attends and presents refereed papers at international, national, and local professional meetings and conferences. Lastly, Najafi attends courses, seminars and workshops, and has developed courses, videos and software packages during his career. His areas of specialization include transportation planning and management, legal aspects, construction contract administration, and public works.Miss Sarah Rajkumari Jayasekaran

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Knowing Our Story: Framing a Cooperative Inquiry Project to Explore the Personal Growth of Graduate Students in Engineering Education

Conference Session: Opportunities within Graduate Study Programs - Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 5
Collection: 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Richard J. Aleong, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Molly H. Goldstein, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Juan David Ortega, Purdue University, West Lafayette and Universidad EAFIT; Hector Enrique Rodriguez-Simmonds, Purdue University - Engineering Education
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies

, navigating graduate study Travel Grant and Documents showing interest in Written throughout the Ph.D. Fellowship application and yearning for professional program. materials development and growth opportunities. Performance Review, Collection of writings that target Written at different formal Preliminary/Qualifying research interests and career milestones in the Ph.D. Exam Reflections planning. program (if applicable) Ph.D. graduate portfolio The portfolio targets the Work-in-progress throughout development of our graduate the program

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A Graduate Research of the Hybridization of High Concentrated Solar Panel and Anaerobic Production and Desalination

Conference Session: Global Graduate Studies and Programs Abroad - Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 3
Collection: 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Fazil T. Najafi, University of Florida; Chi Xu, University of Florida
Tagged Divisions: Graduate Studies

residential building construction was adapted in HB1647 building code of Florida Legislature. Najafi is a member of numerous professional societies and has served on many committees and programs, and continuously attends and presents refereed papers at international, national, and local professional meetings and conferences. Lastly, Najafi attends courses, seminars and workshops, and has developed courses, videos and software packages during his career. His areas of specialization include transportation planning and management, legal aspects, construction contract administration, and public works.Mr. Chi Xu, University of Florida Ph.D. in Civil Engineering University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida (Begins in Jan