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Emerging Technologies in Manufacturing Education II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Wells, North Dakota State University

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Manufacturing

to joining NDSU, he held manufacturing engineering and management positions in aerospace, commercial sheet metal and automotive industries for 25 years. He also held a faculty position at University of Cincinnati for 15 years. He is a certified manufacturing engineer and earned the BS and MS in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University and the PhD in Engineering Management from University of Missouri-Rolla. Page 12.1063.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Micro-Manufacturing in the Classroom and Laboratory David L. Wells, PhD, CMfgE

Conference Session

Emerging Technologies in Manufacturing Education II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shirish Sreedharan, University of Missouri; Frank Liou, University of Missouri

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Manufacturing

Lean Manufacturing Be Applied to University Laboratories? Shirish Sreedharan and Frank Liou University of Missouri-RollaAbstractLean manufacturing focuses on eliminating waste and improving flow using techniquessuch as value stream mapping, standard work, 5S, single minute exchange of dies, andvisual management. This paper presents a case study to show the value of creating andfacilitating student learning in lean manufacturing in the university environment. Thiscase study implemented lean manufacturing principles to a university rapidmanufacturing laboratory. The approach begins with the application of value streammapping to identify gaps between the current and future state maps. Lean

Conference Session

Manufacturing Education Curriculum I

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Wing Chan, Alabama A&M University; Peter Romine, Alabama A&M University

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Manufacturing

for Biotechnology(HAIB). In August 2005, Alabama officials formally announced the location of the Hudson-AlphaInstitute for Biotechnology (HAIB) in Cummings Research Park (CRP) in Huntsville, Alabama,and the creation of a 120-acre biotechnology site to be named the CRP Biotech Campus. Whencompleted in mid-2007, the HAIB will be the second-largest biotechnology institute located onthe second-largest biotechnology campus in the nation [2]. The institute will contain state-of-the-art laboratories for biotechnology and is expected to employ some 400 scientists and staffupon opening. According to Jim Hudson, institute founder and president, the institute isexpected to employ 900 at full capacity. The property, sold by the City of

Conference Session

Our Future in Manufacturing

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Scott Danielson, Arizona State University; Trian Georgeou, Arizona State University

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Manufacturing

enrollment issues, laboratories, regional manufacturingindustrial base, graduate success, and student recruiting resources. Now, the survey has beenupdated and all programs currently listed on the ABET website have been contacted in early2007. This paper will present the original results of the survey as well as results from the spring2007 survey. Thus the paper helps establish overall national trends for, and, when possible,within manufacturing engineering technology programs. These results provide informationregarding manufacturing engineering technology program health. Thus, inferences are drawnregarding the state of manufacturing engineering technology education across the nation.IntroductionSeveral years ago, the Society of Manufacturing

Conference Session

Technology Integration in the Classroom for Manufacturing II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jahangir Ansari, Virginia State University; Amir Javaheri, Virginia State University; Nasser Ghariban, Virginia State University

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Manufacturing

theengineering field, is a key factor in the advancement of this discipline. CIM laboratory stronglysupports manufacturing engineering curriculum to fulfill some of the ABET requirements forcriteria: (b) an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data,(c) an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs, (k) an ability touse the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.Some key components of CIM and hierarchy of operation in a manufacturing facility are studiedand correlated. They include CAD-CAM link, numerical control, automation, production andmanufacturing control, control through proper communication and computer supervisory control,robotics

Conference Session

Emerging Technologies in Manufacturing Education II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Salil Desai, North Carolina A&T State University; Devdas Pai, North Carolina A&T State University; Jagannathan Sankar, North Carolina A&T State University

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Manufacturing

andoptimization. The undergraduate course work within the manufacturing curriculum at NorthCarolina A&T State University focuses on hands-on laboratory machine-tool instruction,computer aided design & manufacturing and systems levels production control. Specifically, weoffer three sequential manufacturing courses namely; INEN 246: Industrial ProductionProcesses, INEN 324: Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing, INEN 446: Automation andProduction Systems. In addition, students interested in manufacturing specialization chose atechnical elective INEN 632: Robotics Systems and Applications towards their BS degree. TheINEN 246: Industrial Production Processes course covers traditional manufacturing processesincluding metal casting, forming, material

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Technology Integration in the Classroom for Manufacturing I

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kurt Rosentrater, USDA-ARS; Jerry Visser, South Dakota State University

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Manufacturing

illustrate the concepts discussed. Educators in manufacturing programs should find thisuseful as they consider how best to augment laboratory work, student understanding of statistics,as well as to achieve proficiency with computer simulation, as this approach to laboratoryexperiences transcends injection molding specifically, and has a wide range of applicability withmany manufacturing operations.IntroductionAs evidenced by the many presentations at annual ASEE national and regional meetings,educators are constantly developing and implementing improved curricula to meet emergingchallenges in the various fields of engineering and technology. Some of these activitiesencompass developing novel subject matter. Many of these endeavors, however

Conference Session

Technology Integration in the Classroom for Manufacturing II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Anderson, Oregon Institute of Technology

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Manufacturing

AC 2007-2211: A COST-EFFECTIVE AUTOMATION AND ROBOTICS LABJohn Anderson, Oregon Institute of Technology Page 12.25.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 A Cost Effective Automation & Robotics LabAbstractMuch work has been published in the area of design of laboratory exercises and facilities tosupport teaching robotics and automation. New opportunities are becoming available, however,to allow laboratory facilities that are portable, have applications to a wide range of subjects, andare inexpensive.A large software manufacturer has recently entered the robotics software arena with a uniqueapproach. They are supporting small hobby class robots

Conference Session

Manufacturing Education Curriculum II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Farrow, University of Tennessee-Martin

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Manufacturing

Strength of Sophomore level Materials core requirement Figure 1. Course Relation to Other CoursesThus, students are expected to have fundamental knowledge of engineering material properties,both macroscopic and microscopic, before taking this manufacturing processes course. TheENGR 220 course is a typical first course in engineering solid mechanics. The ENGR 310course has a laboratory component which includes activities on materials testing and processingof materials to affect properties. Both of these courses are core program required courses.Text SelectionAfter reviewing several excellent textbooks, the author/instructor deemed it beneficial to use atext that placed

Conference Session

Emerging Technologies in Manufacturing Education - I

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Zbigniew Czajkiewicz, Robert Morris University; Arif Sirinterlikci, Robert Morris University; Ozden Uslu, Robert Morris University

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Manufacturing

tounderstand the technology components such as software and hardware structure and theiroperation. In the process, they acquire the required skills to be modern, technology savvyengineers. Page 12.1218.9Students use RP and Reverse Engineering Laboratory that houses the 3D Systems Viperstereolithography (SLA) machine and its post-processing equipment, Minolta Vivid 910three-dimensional scanner, Mitutoyo Bright-A504 Coordinate Measuring Machine andseveral workstations with various software programs. Figure 1: Rapid Prototyping and Reverse Engineering Laboratory EquipmentAfter going through lectures and tutorials, each student is expected to complete a

Conference Session

Technology Integration in the Classroom for Manufacturing I

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yongjin Kwon, Drexel University; Shreepud Rauniar, Drexel University; Richard Chiou, Drexel University; Horacio Sosa, Drexel University

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Manufacturing

experiment results suggest that online laboratory learning can be substantiallyenhanced by the use of even the simplest form of artificial graphical information and moststudents prefer having an instructor present even the lab is taught online. The implications fromthis study can be used to benefit many schools that begun offering online lab courses.I. Introduction A current trend for manufacturing industry is shorter product life cycle, remotemonitoring/control/diagnosis, product miniaturization, high precision, zero-defect manufacturingand information-integrated distributed production systems for enhanced efficiency and productquality1-6. In tomorrow’s factory, design, manufacturing, quality, and business functions will befully integrated

Conference Session

Technology Integration in the Classroom for Manufacturing II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Devdas Shetty, University of Hartford; Jonathan Hill, University of Hartford; Tom Eppes, University of Hartford

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Manufacturing

. Page 12.1168.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 PRECISION POSITIONING AND VIBRATION MEASUREMENT USING INTELLIGENT INSTRUMENTATION AND SIMULATION TOOLSAbstract:The objective of this research is to detail the development of a simple and uniqueinstrumentation for precise micro-measurement as well as vibration measurement in anintegrated manufacturing set up that can be demonstrated in a student laboratory. Based on thiswe propose new research for a smaller embedded measurement unit. All machines have someamount of forced vibration. However, in some cases, this vibration may cause damage to themachinery. Understanding vibration in aerospace applications is critical for any system

Conference Session

Our Future in Manufacturing

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Truc Ngo, San Diego City College; Armando Abina, San Diego City College; Gene Lyons, Kyocera America Corporation

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Manufacturing

from the institution and college faculty. With tremendous departmental effort,the faculty developed the new MFET program to replace the obsolete MAFG courses,sought outside funding support for equipment, materials and supplies purchases andbuilding laboratory. Program structure had been established; however, it was not knownby the public. Since the MFET program is new and due to lack of integration between thecounseling and Engineering and Technologies departments, many SDCC counselors werenot even aware that the new MFET program existed. As a result, students were not givenfull options of career choices and were misguided in some cases.Student Recruitment StrategiesRecognizing the problems and challenges faced by the Manufacturing program

Conference Session

Pedagogical Issues in Manufacturing Education

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jitendra Tate, Texas State University-San Marcos; Vedraman Sriraman, Texas State University-San Marcos

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Manufacturing

assigning team based projects, research paper topics were assigned on an individualbasis. Thirty percent weight was given to this research activity.Students were systematically prepared for taking up the research paper activity. Demonstrationswere organized in the research laboratories in the Chemistry department pertaining to basicpolymer characterization techniques. These techniques include GPC, TGA, and DMA. Threeindustrial visits were organized to expose students to injection molding, extrusion, and carbon-composite manufacturing processes. Students also viewed videos prepared by the ‘Society ofManufacturing Engineers’ in the areas of processing.The instructor suggested a few important research topics. These topics included

Conference Session

Teaching Design in Manufacturing Curriculum II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sheng-Jen Hsieh, Texas A&M University

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Manufacturing

AC 2007-1539: CONCEPTUAL DESIGN ENVIRONMENT FOR AUTOMATEDASSEMBLY LINE – FRAMEWORKSheng-Jen Hsieh, Texas A&M University Dr. Sheng-Jen (“Tony”) Hsieh is an Associate Professor in the College of Engineering at Texas A&M University. He holds a joint appointment with the Department of Engineering Technology and the Department of Mechanical Engineering. His research interests include engineering education, cognitive task analysis, automation, robotics and control, intelligent manufacturing system design, and micro/nano manufacturing. He is also the Director of the Rockwell Automation laboratory at Texas A&M University, a state-of-the-art facility for education and research in

Conference Session

Teaching Design in Manufacturing Curriculum I

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dave Kim, Washington State University-Vancouver; Hakan Gurocak, Washington State University-Vancouver

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Manufacturing

State University Vancouver. His research interests are robotics, automation, fuzzy logic, technology assisted distance delivery of laboratory courses and haptic interfaces for virtual reality. Page 12.464.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Design Panel: A Tool for Assessment in Design CoursesAbstract - In this paper, we first present the fundamental framework of our ABETassessment plan for our program and explain how an assessment tool called Design Panelfits. The Design Panel tool is used to assess courses with substantial project components.Then, we explain the details of organizing and managing

Conference Session

Our Future in Manufacturing

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Wells, North Dakota State University; Ronald Bennett, University of St. Thomas; Casey Radtke, North Dakota State University

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Manufacturing

statistical methods[3]; design of experiments[1] product engineering 2 quality engineering 1 Figure 4: Required Coursework for Manufacturing Master’s Degrees Page 12.1121.6 (9 reporting) Fifty-three percent (9) of the reported programs include required coursework for at least aportion of the degree requirements. Twenty-nine percent (5) include laboratory study attached tograduate coursework. Forty-seven percent (8) require a thesis, although only twenty-ninepercent (5) of the program

Conference Session

Emerging Technologies in Manufacturing Education II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ertunga Ozelkan, University of North Carolina-Charlotte; Agnes Galambosi, University of North Carolina-Charlotte

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Manufacturing

facilities. Johnson etal.[5] describe lean laboratory exercises that combine two methods of discovery-based learning:learning by exploring and simulation-based learning, based on a physical simulation of a clockassembly. Other games available to highlight important points in lean manufacturing include:airplane manufacturing exercises (Billington[1]), the Lean Leap Logistics game (Holweg andBicheno[4]), classroom simulations (Prusak[7], Verma[9], or production projects simulating anassembly production environment (Blust and Bates[2]).Simulations can significantly increase students knowledge on lean, as Verma et al.[9] proves itusing pre- and post-simulation surveys. A common important point for these games is, asChaneski3 emphasizes when describing a

Conference Session

Manufacturing Education Curriculum II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dave Kim, Washington State University-Vancouver; Michael Flaman, Portland Community College

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Manufacturing

materials so the students can explorethe subjects further with reading. Second, demonstration or hands-on laboratory of FRPmachining processes would give the students better insight on the subject. Third, a newcourse assessment can be taken to allow the students to make comments on specificcourse topics.4. SummaryMachining of FRP composites is one of the most difficult and least understood areas inmanufacturing technology. Thus, it is necessary to include machining and tool regimes ofFRP composites into the manufacturing curricula, especially at the schools in the regionsof the country where major aerospace industry exist. The Machine ManufacturingProgram at Portland Community College offers the machine tool course with FRPcomposite machining

Conference Session

Manufacturing Education Curriculum II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mulchand Rathod, Wayne State University

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Manufacturing

associate professor (1979-87); Tuskegee University as assistant professor of mechanical engineering (1976-78), and Jackson Engineering Graduate Program as adjunct faculty (1975-76). Over the period 1980-85, he was employed in summers and academic years at Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) of California Institute of Technology and IBM. He worked in HVAC industry with B&B Consulting Engineers (1975-76). He earned his B.E. (Mechanical) degree from Sardar Patel University in India in 1970. Upon immigrating to USA, he earned his M.S. (1972) and his Ph.D. (1975), both in Mechanical Engineering from Mississippi State University. His specialty areas of interest include renewable energy, biomedical

Conference Session

Technology Integration in the Classroom for Manufacturing II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Thomas Smith, Purdue University; Niaz Latif, Purdue University; Stephen Elliott, Purdue University

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Manufacturing

Associate Professor in the Department of Industrial Technology. He teaches a junior-level course in Automatic Identification and Data Capture (AIDC), and two graduate-level courses, Biometric Technology and Applications, and AIDC for the Enterprise. He is the past Vice Chair of the International Committee for Information Technology Standards, and has been the Head of Delegation for the WG1 Vocabulary working group within the ISO/IEC JTC 1 SC37 committee on Biometrics. Dr. Elliott is the head of the Biometrics Standards, Performance, and Assurance Laboratory at Purdue University. He is also involved in educational initiatives for the American National Standards Institute, and is a member of

Conference Session

Emerging Technologies in Manufacturing Education - I

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ahmed Khan, DeVry University; Beverly Cronin, DeVry University; Maneesh Kumar, DeVry University; Aateef Mustafa, DeVry University; Pankti Patel, DeVry Univeristy; Joey Socorro, DeVry University

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Manufacturing

sequence in whichstudents synthesize knowledge and skills learned in the previous courses. In the first course(EET-400, Project Management), students research, plan and develop a project proposal. In thesecond course (EET-410L, Senior Project Laboratory) students implement the project plan bybuilding and testing a prototype. A typical project involves a solution to a software/hardware-based engineering problem. The process of developing and implementing a solution to theproblem offers a learning opportunity for students to gain new insights and competencies as aresult of “constructivist” and “deep learning” teaching/learning approaches. According to the Thesaurus of ERIC Descriptors,3 constructivism is a "viewpoint inlearning theory which

Conference Session

Teaching Design in Manufacturing Curriculum I

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Priya Manohar, Robert Morris University; Cathleen Jones, Robert Morris University; Jon Radermacher, Robert Morris University

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Manufacturing

. Social commentators [e.g. 1)] havehighlighted the need for businesses to succeed in a global environment and as such theeducation system must attempt to create engineers with global perspectives. There areseveral solutions to achieve this objective such as internships, co-op programs, studentexchange programs, laboratory-intensive classes and the ever-popular Capstone SeniorDesign Project. This last and the most important topic of integrated design has beenreviewed 2, 3) and discussed extensively in literature and engineering educationconferences. There is considerable variability in the scope; breadth and depth of thesecapstone projects, the team size and composition and the time, and sponsors and budgetfor the projects. Some of these projects