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International Division Technical Session 6

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sahithya Reddivari, University of Michigan; Elizabeth Frances Cloos Dreyer, University of Michigan; Sara P Rimer, University of Michigan; Aline Cotel, University of Michigan

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Liberia and the University of Michigan in collaboration with the Society of Women Engineers and the University of Michigan. She is also working on an engineering education research project – Towards a global network of women engineers, as part of her endeavors in Liberia.Elizabeth Frances Cloos Dreyer, University of Michigan Elizabeth Dreyer is a 4th year Electrical Engineering – Optics doctoral student at the University of Michi- gan in Ann Arbor, MI. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering in 2012 from Michigan Technological University in Houghton, MI. She is particularly interested in Optics & Photonics and the expanding applications of such in industry. In general, she wishes to change

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International Research Experiences

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lauren Michelle Hatfield, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Catherine T. Amelink, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Nicole P. Sanderlin, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Heather Elizabeth Lyne, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Brent K. Jesiek, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering)

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Engineering from Michigan Tech and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Science and Technology Studies (STS) from Virginia Tech. Dr. Jesiek draws on expertise from engineering, computing, and the social sciences to advance under- standing of geographic, disciplinary, and historical variations in engineering education and practice. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017Students' Outcomes of Participating in an International Research ExperienceAbstractCurrent engineering literature calls for engineers to develop global competencies throughinternational experiences. Studies have examined whether or not students develop globalcompetencies, but there are fewer studies that look at how

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Factors Influencing Curriculum Development: International Division Technical Session 4

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Johnny Crayd Woods Jr., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Homero Murzi, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Maia Greene-Havas, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Abram Diaz-Strandberg, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education; Sophia Vicente, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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is an Academic and Career Advisor in the Engineering Education department at Virginia Tech. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from The Ohio State University. She earned her Masters plus thirty in School Psychology at Towson University. She worked as a school psychologist in the metro Washington D.C. area for five years and now serves as an Academic and Career Advisor in the College of Engineering at Virginia Tech.Mr. Abram Diaz-Strandberg, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education Abram is a Ph.D. student in the Virginia Tech department of engineering education. He holds a degree in mechanical engineering (B.S.) from The New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology. His re- search interests

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Technical-Capacity Building & Exporting of Higher Education to Developing Countries

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hisham Alnajjar, University of Hartford; Mohammad Saleh Keshawarz; Akram abu-aisheh, University of Hartford; Saeid Moslehpour, University of Hartford; Nasir Ali Ahmady, Herat University, Afghanistan; Devdas Shetty, Lawrence Technological University

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AC 2009-1589: A MECHATRONICS PROGRAM AS AN ALTERNATIVE TOSEPARATE PROGRAMS IN ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL INDEVELOPING COUNTRIESHisham Alnajjar, University of Hartford Dr. Hisham Alnajjar is an Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Hartford, where he is also the Associate Dean of the College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture. Before that, he served for nine years as the Chair of the Electrical & Computer Engineering Department at the University of Hartford. Dr. Alnajjar has a doctorate from Vanderbilt University and a Master of Science degree from Ohio Uni-versity. Dr. Alnajjar may be contacted at alnajjar@hartford.edu.M. Keshawarz, University

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Engineering Education in Africa and the Middle East

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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James Olaleye, University of Lagos, Nigeria; Emmanuel Abiodun, University of Lagos, Nigeria; Joseph Olusina, University of Lagos, Nigeria; Francis Derby, Pennsylvania State University-Lehman

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Geographic and Land Information Systems (GLIS) Board. He is also a member of American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS), and the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE), He currently serves on the executive of the Minorities in Engineering Division (MIND) of ASEE. Page 15.33.2© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 A Geomatics Engineering Curriculum for Enhancing the Professional Capacity of the Graduate Surveyor at the University of Lagos, NigeriaAbstractAdvances in land surveying technology and instrumentation now make it possible for lessqualified surveyors to produce

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Engineering Education in Africa and the Middle East

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bahawodin Baha, University of Brighton; Ogai Ahmadi, Kabul University

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. Page 15.1251.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 The rapid development of Computer Science and Information and  communication Technology (ICT) courses at higher education institutions in  Afghanistan Abstract The development of computer science and ICT courses within the  higher education  institutions in Afghanistan has been discussed in this paper and the main reasons behind such success have been  highlighted.  Recommendations  have  been  made  to  integrate  ICT  within  mainstream education  and  to  improve  and  develop  the  education  of  other  science,  engineering  and technology subjects within the Afghan universities, which will be crucial for future development in the country. 1

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Global Engineering Education: Cross-cultural Awareness and Social Impacts

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Holt Zaugg, Brigham Young University; Randall Davies, Brigham Young University; Alan R. Parkinson, Brigham Young University; Spencer P. Magleby, Brigham Young University; Greg Jensen, Brigham Young University; Aaron G. Ball, Brigham Young University

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skills and gain a greater understanding of culturalinteractions.Brigham Young University (BYU), offers several study abroad opportunities in its engineeringprogram designed to increase students’ global competence and international engineering skills[4]. These competencies, make up the attitudes, knowledge and skills students will need tosuccessfully complete engineering projects in a global job market. However, the cost in terms oftime and money makes it difficult for large numbers of students to participate in these programs.Advances in global communication using virtual communication technologies in the last decadehave facilitated cross-cultural interactions in both a social and business setting. With recenteconomic downturns, many businesses

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Engineering Education in India, the Far East, and Central Asia

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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James Olaleye, University of Lagos, Nigeria; Emmanuel Abiodun, University of Lagos, Nigeria; Joseph Olusina, University of Lagos, Nigeria; Francis Derby, where

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Geographic and Land Information Systems (GLIS) Board. He is also a member of American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS), and the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE), He currently serves on the executive of the Minorities in Engineering Division (MIND) of ASEE. Page 15.17.2© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 A Comparative Study of Land Surveying Education at The University of Lagos and Penn State UniversityAbstractRecent efforts in globalization have extended beyond commerce, travel, technology transfer andsporting activities. In higher

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INT. Engineering Education: Developments, Innovations, Partnerships, and Implementations

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Saeed D. Foroudastan, Middle Tennessee State University; Courtney Thompson, Middle Tennessee State University

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Paper ID #6521Experimental Vehicles Program Creates Lasting Partnerships with the Na-tional and International IndustriesDr. Saeed D. Foroudastan, Middle Tennessee State University Saeed Foroudastan is the Associate Dean for the College of Basic and Applied Sciences (CBAS). The CBAS oversees 10 departments at Middle Tennessee State University. He is also the current Director for the Master’s of Science in Professional Science program and a professor of engineering technology at MTSU. Foroudastan received his B.S. in civil engineering, his M.S. in civil engineering, and his Ph.D. in mechanical engineering from Tennessee

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Humanitarian and Sustainability in a Global Engineering Context

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Patricia Fox, Indiana University-Purdue University of Indianapolis; Charles McIntyre, Indiana University-Purdue University of Indianapolis; Brandon Sorge, Indiana University-Purdue University of Indianapolis

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Paper ID #21956Impact of Sustainable Study Abroad Course on StudentsProf. Patricia Fox, Indiana University-Purdue University of Indianapolis Professor Patricia Fox is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Technology Leadership and Communication in the Purdue School of Engineering and Technology at Indiana University-Purdue Uni- versity Indianapolis (IUPUI). Pat has been a member of the faculty for over 35 years. She has previously served as Associate Chair and Associate Dean in the School. Pat teaches leadership, ethics, sustainabil- ity, and study abroad courses. She has held a number of leadership roles in

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Global Engineering Education: Cross-cultural Awareness and Social Impacts

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kurt M. DeGoede, Elizabethtown College; Jennifer Kadlowec, Rowan University; Momodou Jain

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sustainable and appropriate technologies, in the context of a total design approachincluding long-term factors such as energy consumption, local materials, durability, maintenanceand economic sustainability of the project.While the first academic year of this collaboration produced several tangible results and greatfirst steps, if this year's results were the conclusion, we would be disappointed. However wefind encouragement from the founder of the EPICS program at Purdue University “When youstart [an engineering Service-Learning program], start small and imperfect…Start withsomething and build.” 1 The past 15 months represent very successful “imperfect” first steps in along collaborative intervention.Model for CollaborationA few simple ideas from

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Case Studies, Engineering Education and Outcome Assessment Around the Globe

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert Todd, Brigham Young University; Randy Lewis, Brigham Young University; Jim Nelson, Brigham Young University; Brent Nelson, Brigham Young University; Michael Miles, Brigham Young University

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abroadprograms in an effort to better prepare students for their future work in global settings. Thispaper presents efforts at Brigham Young University’s College of Engineering and Technology tocreate and assess new programs to help develop such global competence in our students. Anoverview of the college’s international programs is first provided followed by a description oflearning outcomes for these programs. Assessment results gathered across a set of collegeprograms are then summarized, including survey results from industrial recruiters.IntroductionGlobalization of the engineering profession continues to be reported as a major industrial trendthat will continue and expand1-3. Many companies are international in scope and the numberappears to be

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Case Studies, Engineering Education and Outcome Assessment Around the Globe

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ivan Esparragoza, Pennsylvania State University; Ricardo Mejia, Universidad EAFIT; Carlos Rodriguez, Universidad EAFIT

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manufacturing, rapid prototyping, collaborative design and engineering education. Page 15.286.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 Collaborative Tools for Global Design Project Management: Case Study of an Academic ExperienceAbstractThe management of information and the capture of design ideas are very critical during theproduct development and product lifecycle management. They could be very challenging taskswhen time, efficiency and quality are important and the concurrent design team is physicallydistributed in different locations. However, the existing technology for communication

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International Distance & Service Learning for Engineers- Discussion on Best Practices

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Keshav Varde, University of Michigan-Dearborn

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students than the campus students.This was particularly crucial when dealing with technical and math based discussion because oftechnical limitations.References1. Chapman, D. D. (2005), Building an Evaluation Plan for Fully Online Degree Programs.2. Indiana University Report (2004), Technology as a Lever – Developing Guidelines for Good Practice in Education.3. Johnson, S. D., Aragon, S. R., Shaik, N. and Palma-Rivas, N. (2000), Comparative Analysis of Learner Satisfaction and Learning Outcomes in Online and Face-to-Face Learning Environments, J of Interactive Learning Research, 11(1), 29-49.4. Varde, N. and Fogler, H. S. (2002), Asynchronous Learning of Chemical Reaction Engineering, e-Technologies in Engineering Education, ECI Symposium

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Develop Course / Materials / Topics for a Global Engineering Education

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Asad Azemi, Pennsylvania State University

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AC 2009-2216: DESIGNING AN EFFECTIVE DISTANCE COURSE USING ASYNCHRONOUS AND HYBRID E-LEARNING APPROACHAsad Azemi, Pennsylvania State University Asad Azemi is an associate professor of Engineering at Penn State University. He has received his B.S. degree from UCLA in 1982, M.S. degree from Loyola Marymount University in 1985, and Ph.D. degree from University of Arkansas in 1991. His professional interests are in nonlinear stochastic systems, signal estimation, decision making under uncertainty, biocomputing, and use of computers and related technologies in undergraduate and graduate education to improve and enhance teaching and learning

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Engineering Education in Africa, Asia and the Mid-East Region

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tokunbo Ogunfunmi, Santa Clara University

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. Pharmacy, Engineering, Science, Arts, Law, Business,Administration, Education, Dentistry, etc. The alumni are all over the world contributing tosociety in their sphere of influence.Currently the university has about 25,000 students enrolled pursuing degrees in 13 Colleges andabout 70 departments. The campus claims to be the most beautiful campus in Africa. There arestriking beautiful architectures, landscaping and buildings. The university is also one of thelargest with some 4000 acres of land, most of it yet undeveloped. Currently OAU has about7,000 faculty and staff and about 5,000 visitors everyday. You can also explore the universitywebsite http://www.oauife.edu.ng [1].The School (Faculty) of Technology has 9 Departments: Electronic and

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Global Engineering Education: Cross-cultural Awareness and Social Impacts

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Iskandar A. Hack, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne; Gary D. Steffen, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne; Azrul Hisyam Abdul Rahman, Universiti Kuala Lumpur, British Malaysian Institute

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c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 Providing International Experience through Studying Abroad for Engineering Technology StudentsIn 2004 we began an investigation to provide international experience for engineeringtechnology students at Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) thatwas currently not available. The original plan was to have a small group of students go toKuala Lumpur, Malaysia for six weeks to study with Malaysian students in a projectorientated course. This was planned for the summer of 2005. The project was actuallycompleted for the first time during 2006, and repeated again in 2007. A group of fourstudents from the Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology

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Opportunities and Challenges in Developing International Engineering Research

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Zenaida Otero Gephardt, Rowan University; Gisela Coto Quintana, SINAES; Maria M. Larrondo Petrie, Florida Atlantic University; Oscar Harasic, Organization of American States; Ivan Esparragoza, Pennsylvania State University

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to enhancecapacity building, economic development and to promote global engineering education andquality assurance in engineering programs.Introduction and BackgroundEducation is a critical component of progress for countries throughout the world. Countries withstrong and accessible educational systems are characterized by greater development and theirpeoples enjoy a higher quality of life. Engineering education is especially important inenhancing the quality of life because technology is such a critical component of progress anddevelopment.1-6 Historically, the competencies of engineers and technology practitioners havebeen strongly linked with individual countries.7 This is inconsistent with the internationalizationof engineering education

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Opportunities and Challenges in Developing International Engineering Research

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shih Kuang Hou, National Taiwan Normal University; Ching-Ho Huang, Nangang Vocational High School; Jin-Fu Chen, NTNU

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competence or skills enhances not only one’s self confidence but also thecompetitiveness in the workplace. The aim of vocational education and training is to cultivateoutstanding engineering and technological personnel in order to meet the national economicconstruction needs, and also to allow young students who participate in vocational education andtraining to acquire excellent engineering and professional technical knowledge in order toenhance the country’s economic competitiveness.Skills competition improves vocational education and training effectiveness. The objectives oforganizing skills competition are to establish values in skills, encourage youngsters to participatein vocational education and training, to reflect vocational education and

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Global Engineering Models: Curriculum Development, Improvements, and Partnerships

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rafiqul Islam, Northwestern State University

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expecting a solar market tornado as it has transformed into a worldwidemovement and the growth will be around US$ 30 billion and US$ 200 billion in 2010 and2020 respectively. The impact of alternative energy on global economy is undeniable andits proper use is highly desirable. The students will be motivated by understanding that acareer in alternative energy is both rewarding and a positive contribution to the fightagainst global warming. Knowledge in this emerging and lucrative field of alternativeenergy engineering will broaden the undergraduate experience of technology and enhancetheir employment opportunities greatly.IntroductionResearch has made alternative energy more affordable today than it was 25 years ago.But still there are some

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Global Competency and What Makes a Successful Engineer

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Holt Zaugg, Brigham Young University; Alan R Parkinson, Brigham Young University; Spencer P. Magleby, Brigham Young University; Randall Davies, Brigham Young Univeristy

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of teachers working in culturally unique settings.Dr. Alan R Parkinson, Brigham Young UniversityDr. Spencer P. Magleby, Brigham Young University Spencer Magleby is a professor of Mechanical Engineering and Associate Dean in the Fulton College of Engineering and Technology at Brigham Young University. He came to BYU in 1989 after working in the aircraft industry developing tools for advanced aircraft design and manufacture. Dr. Magleby received his Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin where his research centered on design. He has pursued research in design tools and processes, team management, and new mechanism technologies. He teaches design at the graduate and undergraduate level, and is interested in educational

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Humanitarian and Sustainability in a Global Engineering Context

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Renetta G. Tull, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Shawnisha Hester, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Yarazeth Medina, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Denise Nicole Williams, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Hector E. Medina, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Erika T. Aparaka, University of Maryland College Park

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Paper ID #23914Developing Humanitarian Engineering Perspectives Among UnderrepresentedScholars Through Engagement with the Sustainable Development Goals inGlobal ContextsDr. Renetta G. Tull, University of Maryland, Baltimore County Dr. Renetta Garrison Tull is Associate Vice Provost for Strategic Initiatives at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC: An Honors University in Maryland). She serves Professor of the Practice for the College of Engineering and Information Technology, and is part of the Engagement Team. She is also on detail with the University System of Maryland (USM), where she is Special Assistant

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Engineering Education in India, Central and Eastern Asia

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Fazil Najafi, University of Florida; Romitkumar Gajjar, University of Florida; Kirandeep Kaur, University of Florida; Sarah Jayasekaran, University of Florida; Nick Safai, Salt Lake City College

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14.325.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 CIVIL ENGINEERING EDUCATION AT THE MAHARAJA SAYAJI RAO UNIVERSITY OF BARODA, INDIA AND AT THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDAAbstractCivil engineering is one of the oldest branch of engineering that includes planning, design,construction, operation, and maintenance of infrastructure. This include roads, airports,railroads, buildings, bridges, canals, harbors, terminals, Power plants, nuclear reactors, towers,water and wastewater treatment plants, sewers, drainage, flood control, water supply, landfills,and many other facilities.With the advancement of technology and the use of computers, civil engineering has now nolimits. From tall sky scrapper in the sky to the

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Educating Graduates in Engineering for a Flat World

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mary McCormick, Tufts University; Chris Swan, Tufts University; Douglas Matson, Tufts University

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-assessments, proving how and when transitions occur isimperative. The verification of students’ self-assessments is hidden within the text of their dailysurveys and reflections. By mapping the events of the trip to the ups and downs of each person’sexperience, skill development as well as personal growth can be verified.IntroductionPrevious research and literature has indicated that service-learning as a pedagogy stands alone inthe category of experiential education because it allows students to practice engineering designand apply technology while “addressing human and community needs” 2. Consequently, thissymbiotic development engenders “broader appreciation of education and self” 3, 4. Thehypothesis presented is that students who become engaged in

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Develop Course / Materials / Topics for a Global Engineering Education

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lawrence Whitman, Wichita State University; Zulma Toro-Ramos, Wichita State University; Barbara Chaparro, Wichita State University; Veronica Hinkle, Wichita State University; Colin Davidson, Spirit Aerosystems; Chris Wilkinson, Spirit Aerosystems

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and Professor of Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering at Wichita State University. She received a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from the University of Puerto Rico and a M.S. in Industrial and Operations Engineering in from the University of Michigan. She also holds a Ph.D. in Industrial and Systems Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology. Dr. Toro-Ramos has been in academic administration for over sixteen years. Her research interests include engineering education, broadening the participation in higher education and transformation of institutions of higher education.Barbara Chaparro, Wichita State University Barbara S. Chaparro has a Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology from

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Global Engineering Education Cross-Cultural Awareness and Social Impacts

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Luis Gerardo Chang, Universidad de Piura; Christine Marie Fiori P.E., Virginia Tech; Edward J. Jaselskis, North Carolina State University; Cliff Schexnayder, Arizona State University; Lisa G Hogle, Arizona State University; Jennifer S Shane, Iowa State University

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North Carolina State University. He was educated at the University of Illinois, receiving a BS in general engineering in 1980, an SM in civil engineering (empha- sis in construction engineering and project management) from MIT in 1982, and a PhD in civil engineer- ing (emphasis in construction engineering and project management) from the University of Texas-Austin in 1988. He has conducted research and has published in the areas of construction project success, ad- vanced information technologies, and multi-cultural workforce development. Dr. Jaselskis has served as a program director for the National Science Foundation. He is a registered professional engineer and has memberships in several organizations [American

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International Division Technical Session 3

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bjorn Kjellgren, KTH Royal Institute of Technology; Isabel Ortiz Marcos, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid ; Luis Ballesteros-Sánchez, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid; Rocío Rodríguez-Rivero, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid

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Paper ID #25789TA VIE: Global Competence EurostyleProf. Bjorn Kjellgren, KTH Royal Institute of Technology B.S.Sc. Sociology, Ph.D. Sinology, between 2003-2009 researcher in Social Anthropology at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, and Stockholm University, Kjellgren is Director of studies at KTH Dept. of Learning in Engineering Sciences, Director for two bridging programs for architects and engineers with foreign qualifications, and in charge of KTH’s Certificate of Global Competence. He has been working with intercultural studies since the late 1980s, and has extensive experience working with strategic imple

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Educating Graduates in Engineering For A Flat World

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carolyn Percifield, Purdue University; David Bowker, Purdue University; Demetra Evangelou, Purdue University; Mi'schita' Henson, Purdue University

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International ExperienceAbstractSuccess for today’s engineering students will depend on their ability to work with people ofmany cultures and experiences, to innovate creative engineering solutions to increasinglycomplex problems, and to develop innovative business and technology strategies using creativityand sensitivity as they navigate increasingly complex environments and markets.A four week (Maymester), six credit course was developed to provide engineering students atPurdue an opportunity to immerse and stretch professionally and personally in a globalenvironment. The four instructor team that included an alumna, accompanied 21 freshmanthrough PhD students from 9 of the 12 engineering disciplines and included 7 women and 5African Americans.The

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Engineering Education in the Arab World / Mid-East Region

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ulas Toros, University of Florida; George Younis, University of Florida; Fazil Najafi, University of Florida

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amalgamates art and science to create and refine infrastruc-ture work, provides solutions according to the needs of modern civilization, and protects theenvironment. The dynamics of the current global marketplace suggests that civil engineers areamong the best-positioned professionals to be able to utilize the cutting edge technology. Civilengineers find numerous opportunities in industry, be it through consulting practices, research ordevelopment.However, for civil engineering to maintain its importance in a global business setting, it isimperative that institutions’ curricula be regularly revised to meet the world’s perpetual evolvingsocial and environmental needs.Both the civil engineering programs leading to a bachelor’s of science degree are

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Engineering Education in India, Central and Eastern Asia

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bob Lahidji, Eastern Michigan University; Walter Tucker, Eastern Michigan University; Jianhua wang, Eastern Michigan University

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AC 2009-317: A WEEK IN SHANGHAI: A VIEW FROM THE TRENCHES IN THECONVERGENCE OFBob Lahidji, Eastern Michigan University Bob Lahidji Ph.D, is Professor and The Director of the School of Engineering Technology at Eastern Michigan University. His primary interest and expertise are in the areas of manufacturing process and CNC/CAM. Dr. Lahidji has been involved with the auto industry manufacturing firms as a consultant in the areas of improving manufacturing processes and productivity. He has written numerous articles and is the co-author of the textbook “Maximize SURFCAM”.Walter Tucker, Eastern Michigan University Walter Tucker, Ph.D., holds the rank of full professor in the School of Engineering