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Undergraduate Research and a Force and Moment Lab

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michelle Audrey Pang, Sandia National Laboratories; Carolyn Conner Seepersad, University of Texas, Austin; Sheldon Landsberger, University of Texas, Austin, Department of Mechanical Engineering

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Diversity

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Mechanical Engineering

enough time todistract from their other courses. Student projects are sponsored by a faculty research advisor, andeither the faculty member or a post-doctoral researcher or graduate student mentor act as their day-to-day point of contact. By providing students with opportunities for immersive learning in their first college semester,FIRE seeks to engage freshmen in engineering in a more accessible manner, supplementing theirrequired coursework. The research projects are carefully selected and framed not only to cover abroad range of mechanical engineering topics (from biomechanics to combustion to 3D printing)but also to provide opportunities for undergraduate researchers to exercise creative problemsolving, design and hands-on skills, self

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ME Demonstrations and Laboratories

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Pamela L Dickrell, University of Florida

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Mechanical Engineering

Gator Engineering) for eight years, helping UF engineering departments deliver online master’s degrees and certificates to thousands of students working in industry or serving in the military worldwide. Dr. Pamela Dickrell earned her B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Florida, with research specializing in Tribology. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 Five-Minute Demonstrations: Minimal Faculty Investment for Maximum Learning ImpactThis work examines a systematic approach of designing five-minute course demonstrationsfor use in large engineering lectures for active learning and course concept retention within

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Teams, Capstone Courses, and Project Based-Learning

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Molly A. McVey, University of Kansas; Carl W. Luchies, University of Kansas; Adrian Joseph Villicana, University of Kansas

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Diversity

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Mechanical Engineering

Paper ID #18468Impact of High-Performing Teams on Student LearningDr. Molly A. McVey, University of Kansas Dr. Molly A. McVey is a post-doctoral teaching fellow at the University of Kansas School of Engineering where she works with faculty to incorporate evidence-based and student-centered teaching methods, and to research the impacts of changes made to teaching on student learning and success. Dr. McVey earned her Ph.D in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Kansas in 2012.Dr. Carl W. Luchies, University of KansasAdrian Joseph Villicana, University of Kansas I am a graduate student in the Social Psychology

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Learning and Assessment in ME 1

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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James Canino, Trine University; Brett Batson, Trine University

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Mechanical Engineering

practice problems, and took a group quiz at the end of the week.Groups were changed each week. Assessment was by comparing changes in exam performance between the control and studygroups and through a survey. Comments in the survey indicated a change in student attitude when assigned to a group.Students revealed a desire to be supportive in their groups, and said they prepared accordingly –an encouraging result. However, less encouraging, students confessed to preparing less for groupquizzes, knowing others in their groups would provide what they lacked. Exam scores did notindicate a significant difference between the control groups and the test groups.IntroductionThe flipped or inverted classroom has been widely researched and continues to be

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Learning and Assessment in ME 2

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert J. Rabb P.E., The Citadel; Patrick Bass, The Citadel; Monika Bubacz, The Citadel; Kevin Skenes, The Citadel

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Mechanical Engineering

SolidWorks every year. Instead, the instructor assigned an “e-text” (SolidProfessor)for the course. This research explores using commercially-produced content to teach thesoftware program portion of a computer-aided design course.Research QuestionsOne goal of the new mechanical engineering program is to identify best practices throughassessment of the courses and program. Another goal of the faculty is to ensure the studentshave a positive experience in each course. After every semester, student evaluations are assessedfor trends and opportunities to improve the course. Most recently for this course, the instructorswanted to gage the students’ opinions regarding the hybrid classroom approach and evaluate howit impacted their learning. Results of an

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ME Demonstrations and Laboratories

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cody McKenzie, Clemson University; Todd Schweisinger, Clemson University; John R. Wagner P.E., Clemson University

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Mechanical Engineering

includingunderstanding of class content through the laboratory module, course impact on their attitudes,and integrating their learning. The students were also asked to identify the best thing about thelaboratory, how to improve it, and reasons for which they would recommend/not-recommendthis module to a friend. Of the 32 students, 94% stated they had developed a moderate to greatgain in collection of test data and analysis plus modeling of system behavior. In addition, 88%of the participants indicated a moderate to great gain in their confidence of materialunderstanding. The students’ written responses reported that they enjoyed the opportunity to gooutside while using their personal laptops to collect field data, perform signal processing inMATLAB, and use FEA

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Learning and Assessment in ME 2

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kathryn Anne Wingate, Georgia Institute of Technology; Robert Kadel, Georgia Institute of Technology; Amanda G. Madden, C21U

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Mechanical Engineering

microelectronics on several defense satellite programs. In 2009 she left industry to pursue a PhD in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Colorado, where her research focused on the development of novel biomaterials for cardiovascular tissue engineering. At the GWW School of Mechanical Engineering, Kathryn teaches the junior level Machine Design and se- nior level Capstone Design courses, as well as advises the BSMS students. In October 2016 she will release a Machine Design MOOC on the Coursera platform, focusing on static and fatigue failure analysis techniques.Dr. Robert Kadel, Georgia Institute of Technology Dr. Rob Kadel is Assistant Director for Research in Education Innovation with the Center for 21st Century

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Thermodynamics, Fluids and Heat Transfer I

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Liping Liu, Lawrence Technological University; James A. Mynderse, Lawrence Technological University; Robert W. Fletcher, Lawrence Technological University; Andrew L. Gerhart, Lawrence Technological University

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Mechanical Engineering

graduate level mechatronic design [10, 11].As a member school in the Kern Entrepreneurial Engineering Network (KEEN), Lawrence Techdefines the entrepreneurial mindset in terms of the KEEN framework. The KEEN frameworkbegins with the “three Cs”: Curiosity, Connections, and Creating Value [12]. Each of the three Csis supported by example student behaviors. For instance, Curiosity is demonstrated by “explore acontrarian view of accepted solutions” and Creating Value is demonstrated by “identifyunexpected opportunities to create extraordinary value”. The framework continues from the threeCs to Engineering Thought and Action, Collaboration, Communication, and Character. As withthe three Cs, each concept is supported by example student behaviors. As

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Teams, Teaching, Leadership, and Technical Communications in Mechanical Engineering

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Traci M. Nathans-Kelly, Cornell University; Rick Evans, Cornell University

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Mechanical Engineering

Engineering Communications Program (ECP) have developed a sophomore tosenior, communication-across-the-curriculum plan, called the “MAE/ECP Initiative,” to meet theneeds of students, faculty, the college, and industry alike in their quest to heighten the pre-professional skills of graduating students. At its core, the partnership encourages the students'development of communicative self-efficacy in meeting the complex communicative demandsrelated to performing technical work in mechanical and aerospace engineering. This paperdiscusses the pedagogical framework, the research paradigm, the foundational concepts(engineering communication: communicative practice, context, communicative design, andengineering identity), communication modalities (written

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Teams, Teaching, Leadership, and Technical Communications in Mechanical Engineering

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kenneth W. Van Treuren, Baylor University; Cynthia C. Fry, Baylor University

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Mechanical Engineering

well-rounded team.6 They are: leader, team player,researcher, expert, planner, creative, and communicator. Our students need to become aware oftheir team member type and how this impacts the team in order to be more productive to apotential employer. At Baylor University, neither team types nor team member types are coveredanywhere in the curriculum.Why Work on Teams?There are distinct advantages to working in and on teams. West lists a number of advantages, afew of which are listed below:7 1. Teams are the best way to enact organizational strategies. 2. Teams enable organizations to develop and deliver products and services quickly and cost effectively. 3. Teams enable organizations to learn more effectively. 4

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Programming, Virtual Reality, and Dynamic Systems

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Zaker Ali Syed, Clemson University; Tianwei Wang, Clemson University; Kristin Kelly Frady, Clemson University; Kapil Chalil Madathil, Clemson University; Jeff Bertrand; Rebecca S. Hartley, Clemson University; John R. Wagner P.E., Clemson University; Anand K. Gramopadhye, Clemson University

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Mechanical Engineering

Clemson University, the senior year offers students anopportunity to work with equipment in a laboratory (ME 4440). The material beingdeveloped by CA2VES intends to bridge this gap and provide the students with anintermediate pathway to visualize and understand the fundamental theory. The consultation ofindustry experts in designing university course structure helps to ensure that students areprepared for work assignments after graduation. Most researchers agree that the involvementof industry specialists in setting up and evaluating the university course curriculum isbeneficial.4,5 This can be attributed to the visibility of industry trends and standards by theexternal review boards, thus involving a broad range of stake holders in the course

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Teams, Capstone Courses, and Project Based-Learning

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John M. Mativo, University of Georgia; Nicola W. Sochacka, University of Georgia; Kathryn Marie Youngblood, University of Georgia; Doug Brouillard, Eaton Corp. Supercharger; Joachim Walther, University of Georgia

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Mechanical Engineering

Paper ID #17786Developing Real-life Problem-based Learning (PBL) Activities through Part-nership with IndustryDr. John M. Mativo, University of Georgia Dr. John Mativo is Associate Professor at the University of Georgia. His research interest lies in two fields. The first is research focusing on best and effective ways to teaching and learning in STEM K- 16. He is currently researching on best practices in learning Dynamics, a sophomore engineering core course. The second research focus of Dr. Mativo is energy harvesting in particular the design and use of flexible thermoelectric generators. His investigation is both for

Conference Session

Learning and Assessment in ME 1

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ana Dyreson P.E., University of Wisconsin, Madison; Corinne R. Henak, University of Wisconsin, Madison

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Diversity

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Mechanical Engineering

Paper ID #19352An Assessment of Blended Learning in Mechanics of MaterialsMs. Ana Dyreson P.E., University of Wisconsin, Madison Ana is a PhD candidate in Mechanical Engineering at the Solar Energy Lab. Ana began work as an engineer before moving into graduate school. Her graduate work has included a range of renewable and sustainable energy technologies, most recently focusing on low-water cooling for thermoelectric power plants. Ana is interested in research-supported teaching methods that create active classrooms that are inclusive to a diverse student body. Ana has taught mechanics of materials and is team-teaching a new

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Teams, Teaching, Leadership, and Technical Communications in Mechanical Engineering

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Richard Melnyk, U.S. Military Academy; Brian J. Novoselich, U.S. Military Academy

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Mechanical Engineering

assumptions in the education of undergraduate mechanicalengineers and highlight how the historically pervasive pedagogical assumptions may hinder thedevelopment of students into independent, adult learners. The paper concludes by proposing theuse of a continuum to view how pedagogy and andragogy apply across the entire undergraduatemechanical engineering experience as we encourage students to develop into adult, self-directedlearners prepared for a life of professional engineering practice. Introduction At the heart of engineering and engineering design is problem-solving. Engineers applyscientific principles to solve problems and design solutions to improve society. It is the role ofengineering educators to best prepare engineering students