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Automation Subjects in Manufacturing Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Javad Shakib, DeVry University, Pomona; Mohammad Rafiq Muqri, DeVry University, Pomona

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Manufacturing

AC 2011-389: WIRELESS TECHNOLOGIES IN INDUSTRIAL AUTOMA-TION SYSTEMSJavad Shakib, DeVry University, PomonaDr. Mohammad Rafiq Muqri, DeVry University, Pomona Page 22.1692.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 Wireless Technologies in Industrial Automation SystemsAutomatic control has played a vital role in the advance of engineering and science and it hasbecome an important and integral part of modern manufacturing and industrial processes. One ofthe main ingredients of automation is undoubtedly control, which means information beingcollected, processed and delivered back to each actuator.Although the use of wireline

Conference Session

Incorporating Innovative Technologies into the Curriculum

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joseph Chen, Iowa State University; Ye Li, Bradley University

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Manufacturing

AC 2011-807: INTEGRATING INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CUSTOMERVOICES TO IMPROVE MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING UNDERGRAD-UATE CURRICULUM USING QFDJoseph Chen, Iowa State University Joseph C. Chen, Ph.D., PE is a Professor and Department Chair in the Department of Industrial & Man- ufacturing Engineering & Technology at Bradley University. He received his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from the Department of Industrial and System Engineering at Auburn University in 1990 and 1994, re- spectively. His teaching interests include: Lean manufacturing system design, automated manufacturing processes, facility design, Taguchi design in quality, etc. His research interests include: RFID application in health care, cellular manufacturing

Conference Session

Design Education II

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sabah Razouk Abro, Laurence Tecnological University, Department of Engineering Tecnology; Jerry Cuper, Lawrence Technological University

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Manufacturing

has many publications related to education and statistics. He is a member of several professional organizations like the American Mathematical Society. Sabah has participated in 2010 in AESS conference with a paper jointly with Ken CookJerry Cuper, Lawrence Technological University Jerry Cuper is a professor and advisor in the Department of Engineering Technology in the College of Engineering. His education includes graduate and undergraduate degrees, and completion of a technol- ogy apprenticeship program. Mr. Cuper’s career has spanned a wealth of experience in the machine shop, on the drawing board, in construction, and many years in engineering design, testing and development, management, and planning. Most of

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Incorporating Innovative Technologies into the Curriculum

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Arif Sirinterlikci, Robert Morris University; Tony Lee Kerzmann, Robert Morris University

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Manufacturing

. These periodicals and other SAE resources keep students updated in their field. 11. Have an ability to use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice. CAD/CAM/CAE, CNC or manual machine operation, welding, plasma cutting, and various other current technologies are utilized and practiced by the team.In addition to the basic outcomes listed above, the team members get a good dose of practicalmanufacturing education even though they may be enrolled in a different program.Manufacturing engineering students also improve their backgrounds. Material science andengineering, manufacturing processes and assembly operations, tool engineering, planning,strategy, and

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Incorporating Innovative Technologies into the Curriculum

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Wayne P. Hung, Texas A&M University

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Manufacturing

AC 2011-1492: CLICKER CLICKS ITWayne P Hung, Texas A&M University Dr. Hung is an Associate Professor at Texas A&M University and has a joint appointment with Depart- ment of Engineering Technology & Industrial Distribution and Department of Mechanical Engineering. He is an active member of ASEE, SME, HTEC and enjoys teaching and researching in the field of ad- vanced materials, micro manufacturing, and medical manufacturing. Page 22.330.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 Clicker Clicks It!AbstractManufacturing requires

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Incorporating Innovative Technologies into the Curriculum

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michael J. Kozak, University of Dayton

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Manufacturing

AC 2011-1741: THE CREATION AND ASSESSMENT OF A GAGE RE-PEATABILITY AND REPRODUCIBILITY STUDY EXERCISE IN A METROL-OGY CLASSMichael J. Kozak, University of Dayton Page 22.1435.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 The Creation and Assessment of a Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility Study Exercise in a Metrology ClassAbstractA gage repeatability and reproducibility (R&R) study was implemented in a metrology class inan engineering technology program. An R&R can be a relatively confusing exercise for astudent that is new to the concept of gage analysis. This is especially true for

Conference Session

Automation Subjects in Manufacturing Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Richard Chiou, Drexel University; Yalcin Ertekin, Drexel University, Engineering Technology; Michael G Mauk P.E., Drexel University; Robin Kizirian, Drexel University

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Manufacturing

AC 2011-580: INTEGRATION OF E-QUALITY CONTROL MODULESWITH ENGINEERING COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROL LABORA-TORYRichard Chiou, Drexel University Dr. Richard Chiou’s background is in mechanical engineering with an emphasis on manufacturing. Dr. Chiou is currently an associate professor in the Goodwin School of Technology and Professional Studies at Drexel University. His areas of research include machining, mechatronics, and internet based robotics and automation. He has secured many research and education grants from the NSF, the SME Education Foundation, and industries.Yalcin Ertekin, Drexel University (Engineering Technology)) Dr. Ertekin received his BS degree in mechanical engineering from Istanbul Technical

Conference Session

State of Manufacturing Engineering Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Karen Wosczyna-Birch, CT College of Technology and the Regional Center for Next Generation Manufacturing; Wesley Francillon; Robert W. Simoneau, Keene State College

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Manufacturing

in providing professional development that includes strategies for the engagement and persistence of under represented populations in STEM disciplines. She has received awards from several organizations including the American Association for University Women (AAUW) for her work in addressing the need to increase females in engineering and technology fields as well as for her work in educating students with the skills required for the 21st century workforce.Wesley Francillon, Dr. Wesley Francillon, is an engineer with a Ph.D. in material science from the State University of New York at Stony Brook. He is the Engineering and Technology Curriculum Specialist for the Connecti- cut Community-Technical Colleges’ College

Conference Session

Design Education II

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert L. Mott, University of Dayton; Terrance L. Speicher, Pennsylvania State University, Berks College

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Manufacturing

AC 2011-2917: ENGINEERING EDUCATION IN CHINARobert L. Mott, University of Dayton Robert Mott is professor emeritus of engineering technology at the University of Dayton and the author of three textbooks in mechanical design field. Mott serves as a senior staff member for the National Center for Manufacturing Education, a National Science Foundation-sponsored center that initiated and manages the Manufacturing and Engineering Technologies Education Clearinghouse (METECOnline). In 2004, he served as the founding chair of the SME Manufacturing Education and Research Community. Since then he continues to lead the efforts to fulfill SME’s role in higher education. He has a B.S. Mechanical Engineering, General Motors

Conference Session

Automation Subjects in Manufacturing Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Arif Sirinterlikci, Robert Morris University

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Manufacturing

AC 2011-190: EMPLOYING ANIMATRONICS IN TEACHING ENGINEER-ING DESIGNArif Sirinterlikci, Robert Morris University ARIF SIRINTERLIKCI received B.S. and M.S. degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Istanbul Tech- nical University, Turkey, and a Ph.D. degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering from the Ohio State University. Currently, he is a Professor of Engineering as well as Co-Head of Research and Outreach Cen- ter at Robert Morris University in Moon Township, Pennsylvania. His teaching and research areas include rapid prototyping and reverse engineering, robotics and automation, bioengineering, and entertainment technology. He has been active in ASEE and SME, serving as an officer of the ASEE Manufacturing

Conference Session

Manufacturing Process Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ning Fang, Utah State University

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Manufacturing

AC 2011-17: INTEGRATING ENTREPRENEURSHIP INTO MANUFAC-TURING ENGINEERING EDUCATIONNing Fang, Utah State University Ning Fang is an Associate Professor in the College of Engineering at Utah State University, USA. He has taught a variety of engineering courses such as metal machining, design for manufacturing, and engineer- ing dynamics. His areas of interest include computer-assisted instructional technology, curricular reform in engineering education, the modeling and optimization of manufacturing processes, and lean product design. He earned his Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. degrees in mechanical engineering and is the author of more than 60 technical papers published in refereed international journals and conference

Conference Session

Automation Subjects in Manufacturing Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Christopher M. Greene, Rochester Institute of Technology; Scott J. Anson P.E. P.E., Rochester Institute of Technology

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Manufacturing

AC 2011-2759: RESTRUCTURING THE ROBOTICS LABORATORY ANDENHANCING THE ROBOTICS CURRICULUM AT RITChristopher M. Greene, Rochester Institute of Technology Assistant Professor in Manufacturing & Mechanical Engineering Technology. Dr. Greene’s primary areas of research are in manufacturing systems, quality engineering, engineering education and the electronics manufacturing domain. Dr. Greene has also participated in several funded engineering education pro- grams aimed at advancing opportunities in Alabama’s Black Belt. Dr. Greene worked previously as a manufacturing scientist in the Micro-Electronics Division of IBM.Dr. Scott J.. Anson, P.E. , Rochester Institute of Technology Dr. Anson is the Manufacturing

Conference Session

Manufacturing Process Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lisa Denny Choate, Cannon County High School; Kenan Hatipoglu, Tennessee Technological University; Ismail Fidan, Tennessee Technological University; Mohamed Abdelrahman, Texas A&M University, Kingsville

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Manufacturing

AC 2011-2162: RET PROJECT IN ADDITIVE MANUFACTURINGLisa Denny Choate, Cannon County High School Lisa D. Choate is a mathematics teacher at Cannon County High School in Woodbury, Tennessee. She teaches Algebra One, Honors Algebra Two and Geometry.Kenan Hatipoglu, Tennessee Technological University Kenan Hatipoglu is a graduate research assistant at Center for Manufacturing Research and Ph.D. student at Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at Tennessee Tech University, Cookeville, Tennessee. His research interests are in power system design and smart grid applications.Ismail Fidan, Tennessee Technological University Dr. Ismail Fidan is a faculty member at the college of engineering of Tennessee Tech

Conference Session

Design Education II

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Vedaraman Sriraman, Texas State University, San Marcos; William A. Stapleton, Texas State University

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Manufacturing

AC 2011-97: LESSONS LEARNED IN IMPLEMENTING AND ACCRED-ITING A MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING PROGRAMVedaraman Sriraman, Texas State University-San Marcos Vedaraman Sriraman is a Professor in the Department of Engineering Technology at Texas State University- San Marocs. In the past, he has served as the Manufacturing Engineering program coordinator. He has received several gramts form the NSF and SME-EF to initiate new curriculum and laboratories. Dr. Sri- raman has received several teaching awards and has served as the faculty advisor to the student chapter of SME.William A Stapleton, Texas State University Dr. William A. Stapleton received his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from The University of Alabama in 1997

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State of Manufacturing Engineering Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert L. Mott, University of Dayton; Hugh Jack, Grand Valley State University

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Manufacturing

AC 2011-1723: WHAT IS CURRICULA 2015?Robert L. Mott, University of Dayton Robert L. Mott is a professor emeritus in engineering technology at the University of Dayton and a fellow of ASEE. He is the author of four textbooks for the mechanical design field. He also works with the NSF- sponsored National Center for Manufacturing Education and the Society of Manufacturing Engineers as the leader of the SME Center for Education. He is a member of the ASEE, SME, and ASME.Hugh Jack, Grand Valley State University Professor of Product Design and Manufacturing Engineering. His interests include Automation, Robotics, Project Management, and Design. Most recently he was part of the team that developed the Curriculum 2015

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State of Manufacturing Engineering Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hugh Jack, Grand Valley State University

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Manufacturing

documents the results of a second annualsurvey of manufacturing educators and professionals assessing opinions about curriculum topicsand the health of manufacturing practice and education.1. IntroductionManufacturing engineering continues to be one of the most dynamic disciplines with constantchange driven by global competition and new technologies. Obviously education is a keyfor preparing manufacturing professionals who have knowledge and skills that can supportcontemporary and emerging issues 8, 9. In the face of ongoing change it is necessary to assesswhat has been done, the current status, and a direction for the future. This work focuses onmanufacturing education in general perspectives. The work described here is not unique asprior efforts

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Manufacturing Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Daniel J. Waldorf, California Polytechnic State University

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Manufacturing

: Service Learning with Manufacturing Engineers “A cool glass of water is worth little under normal circumstances, but if the circumstance is great enough, a cool glass of water can be worth considerably more” 15IntroductionThe concept of “just-in-time” has had a variety of applications, most notably in manufacturingindustries, where the practice of producing items only as needed has enabled a large reduction inlevels of inventories, reduced space required for production, and other cost and quality benefits.The approach was developed most fully at Toyota1,2 as a key feature of the Toyota ProductionSystem. Retail industries3,9 have used just-in-time as a means to reduce stock and inventorylevels resulting from improved forecasting technology, a

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State of Manufacturing Engineering Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Steven Wendel, Sinclair Community College

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Manufacturing

: A Dynamic Framework for DevelopmentAbstract Following up on its 2009 research, the National Center for Manufacturing Education(NCME) continues to explore trends in manufacturing education programs. This paper presents acompilation of results from the “Question(s) of the Week” framework designed to preface the2011 study and move the trends report towards an ongoing, dynamic source of relevantinformation for engineering technology educators engaged in the design and delivery ofmanufacturing education.Introduction The National Center for Manufacturing Education (NCME) housed at SinclairCommunity College, Dayton, Ohio published Trends in Manufacturing Programs1 in 2009. TheNCME acknowledges support from the National Science

Conference Session

Design Education I

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Priya Manohar, Robert Morris University

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Manufacturing

(i.e. junior year) elective course for manufacturing andmechanical engineering majors. The student assessment tools employed were:  Six take-home assignments, 5% each = a total of 30% towards final grade  A term project = 30% towards final grade  Mid-term written exam, 20% towards final grade  Final comprehensive written exam, 20% towards final grade2.3 Course CurriculumFollowing points were included in course curriculum dealing with service design:  Role of Services in an Economy  Nature of Services  Service Strategies  New Service Development  Integrating Technology in Services  Service Quality Assessment and Maintenance  Supporting Facility and Process Flows  Service Process Improvement

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Design Education II

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Manufacturing

AC 2011-144: EDUCATING MANUFACTURING LEADERS: CREATINGAN INDUSTRIAL CULTURE FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURERonald J. Bennett, Univeristy of Saint Thomas RONALD J. BENNETT PhD is Honeywell Fellow in Global Technology Management in the School of Engineering at the University of St. Thomas after having served as the Founding Dean. He holds a Ph.D. in Metallurgical Engineering and an MBA. With a background of more than 20 years in industry, Bennett teaches and publishes on diverse topics including materials engineering, technical innovation, technology transfer, leadership and engineering education. He is an EAC of ABET commissioner for SME.Elaine R. Millam, Univeristy of St. Thomas Dr. Elaine Millam is a senior consultant

Conference Session

Design Education I

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Julia L. Morse, Kansas State University, Salina; Raju S. Dandu, Kansas State University, Salina

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Manufacturing

AC 2011-2270: ACCLIMATING MECHANICAL DESIGNERS TO MANU-FACTURING TOLERANCES IN THE FRESHMAN YEARJulia L Morse, Kansas State University, Salina Julia Morse is Associate Professor and Program Coordinator for Mechanical Engineering Technology at Kansas State University, K-State Salina. She teaches lecture and laboratory courses in the areas of computer-aided design, manufacturing and automation. Ms. Morse earned a B.S.I.E. from the Univer- sity of Tennessee-Knoxville and an M.S. in Manufacturing Systems Engineering from Auburn University, where she also worked with Auburn Industrial Extension Service. Her work in industry includes engi- neering experience in quality control, industrial engineering, and design and

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Manufacturing Process Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Z.J. Pei, Kansas State University; Pengfei Zhang, Kansas State University

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Manufacturing

is a Ph.D. student in Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineer- ing, Kansas State University, USA. He holds Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical and Engi- neering from Beijing Institute of Technology in China. She has published over 19 papers at international and national conference proceedings and international journals. Page 22.844.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 20112011-2451: INCLUSION OF GREEN ENERGY MANUFACTURING CONTENTS INAN INTRODUCTORY COURSE ON MANUFACTURING PROCESSES ANDSYSTEMSPengfei Zhang, Kansas State University Mr. P.F. Zhang

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Automation Subjects in Manufacturing Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sheng-Jen Hsieh, Texas A&M University

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Manufacturing

AC 2011-1971: RECONFIGURABLE AND SCALABLE AUTOMATED SYS-TEMS PROJECTS FOR MANUFACTURING AUTOMATION AND CON-TROL EDUCATIONSheng-Jen Hsieh, Texas A&M University Dr. Sheng-Jen (”Tony”) Hsieh is a Professor in the Dwight Look College of Engineering at Texas A&M University. He holds a joint appointment with the Department of Engineering Technology and the De- partment of Mechanical Engineering. His research interests include engineering education, cognitive task analysis, automation, robotics and control, intelligent manufacturing system design, and micro/nano man- ufacturing. He is also the Director of the Rockwell Automation Laboratory at Texas A&M University, a state-of-the-art facility for education and

Conference Session

Design Education I

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Fredrick A. Nitterright, Pennsylvania State Erie, The Behrend College; Robert Michael P.E., Penn State Erie, The Behrend College; Christopher Murosky; Michael A. Ragen

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Manufacturing

AC 2011-110: UNDERGRADUATE DESIGN: DESIGN OF A REUSABLESTIR FRICTION WELDING TOOLFredrick A. Nitterright, Pennsylvania State Erie, The Behrend College Mr. Fred Nitterright is a lecturer in engineering at Penn State Erie, The Behrend College. He received the A. A. S. in Mechanical Drafting and Design in 1989 from Westmoreland County Community College, the B. S. in Mechanical Engineering Technology in 1991 from Penn State Erie, The Behrend College, and the M. S. in Manufacturing Systems Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh in 1998. Mr. Nitterright is a member of the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE). Fred Nitterright began his career as a machinist at Elliott Support Services in Donora

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Manufacturing Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert W Simoneau, Keene State College; Megan C Piccus, Springfield Technical Community College; Gary Masciadrelli, Springfield Technical Community College

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Manufacturing

AC 2011-1271: VIRTUAL IDEATION PLATFORM AND ENTREPRENEUR-SHIPRobert W Simoneau, Keene State College Robert W. Simoneau has 39 years of academic and industrial experience in manufacturing related dis- ciplines and plastics engineering specifically in the areas of product design and development. He is currently an Associate Professor at Keene State College in the Management Department. He recently served two years as a Program Director in the Division of Undergraduate Education at the National Sci- ence Foundation. Prior to Keene State College he taught in the Manufacturing Engineering Technology department at Wentworth Institute of Technology (WIT). Before teaching at WIT he gained considerable experience in

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Manufacturing Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Craig T. Evers P.E., Minnesota State University, Mankato

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Manufacturing

supplier development engi- neer working with companies in North America, Europe and Asia. I am a registered Professional Engineer (Indiana) and a Certified Six Sigma Black Belt. I have also taught at Purdue University in their Mechan- ical Engineering Technology program and Auburn University in their Industrial and Civil Engineering departments. BSME (Manufacturing Engineering) Utah State University, MIE (Occupational Safety & Ergonomics) Auburn University and PhD (Ergonomics) Auburn University. Page 22.162.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 An Application

Conference Session

Design Education I

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dhananjay Kumar, North Carolina A&T State University; Devdas M. Pai, North Carolina A&T State University; Mainul Kader Faruque, North Carolina A&T State University; Kwadwo Mensah-Darkwa, North Carolina A&T State University

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Manufacturing

communities to engage the interest and broaden the vision of diverse students inscience and engineering, to foster critical thinking and innovation, and to enhance science andengineering literacy. Looking at some of the central roles of nanomaterials in the advancement ofcomputer, communication, medicine, defense and energy technologies, the importance ofnanomaterials research and education cannot be overstated. According to recentcommunications1-4 , the National Science Foundation (NSF) has estimated that the world willrequire two million trained nanotechnologists by 2015. With only around 20,000 researchers andscientists conversant with nanotechnology at present, universities and colleges around the world

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Manufacturing Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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R. Radharamanan, Mercer University

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Manufacturing

AC 2011-2913: DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OF A 3D PRINTER WITHRECYCLING SYSTEMR. Radharamanan, Mercer University Dr. R. Radharamanan is currently working as Professor of Industrial Engineering and Director of Mercer Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (MCIE) at Mercer University in Macon, Georgia. He has thirty eight years of teaching, research, and consulting experiences. His previous administrative experi- ences include: President of International Society for Productivity Enhancement (ISPE), Acting Director of Industrial Engineering as well as Director of Advanced Manufacturing Center at Marquette University, and Research Director of CAM and Robotics Center at San Diego State University. His primary research

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Manufacturing Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Pavel Ikonomov, Western Michigan University; Alamgir A. Choudhury, Western Michigan University

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Manufacturing

AC 2011-2100: THREE DIMENSIONAL SURFACE MODEL FROM LASER SCANNINGOF PROVING GROUND ROADPavel Ikonomov, Western Michigan University Dr. Pavel Ikonomov is Associate Professor in Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering Department at Western Michigan University He earned his bachelor degree from Technical University of Varna and his first master degree at M.E. in Mechanical Engineering and Manufacturing Technology from Technical University of Varna. His second master degree he earned from Muroran Institute of Technology, Japan and his Ph. D in Precision Manufacturing Engineering from Hokkaido University, Japan. He worked several years as chef engineer in Bulgaria, Asst. professor at Technical University of Varna. CTO

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Manufacturing Process Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Merwan B. Mehta, East Carolina University

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Manufacturing

AC 2011-921: PROMOTING AWARENESS IN MANUFACTURING STU-DENTS OF THE NEED FOR SIMULTANEOUS IMPLEMENTATION OFLEAN SIX-SIGMA AND ACTIVITY BASED COSTINGMerwan B Mehta, East Carolina University Merwan Mehta, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor at East Carolina University in the Technology Systems Department in Greenville, NC. Prior to joining academics in 2004, he has over twenty years of experi- ence in business and industry working as an industrial/methods engineer, machine tool design engineer, manufacturing engineer, technical partner, project director, vice-president and consultant. His present re- search interests are enhancing manufacturing and business processes through lean principles and theory of constraints, and