Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Technical Session 6

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Morteza Nurcheshmeh P.E., Western Kentucky University

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Mechanical Engineering

suitable to the two-course sequence for ourcapstone senior project, ME400 – Mechanical Engineering Design and ME 412 – MechanicalEngineering Senior Project. The team drafted both the interim and final project status reports toaddress the specific needs of the sponsor. This project was presented at the 46th WKU AnnualStudent Research Conference, where their work was favorably reviewed by peers and otherfaculty within the university community. It was also presented to the Mechanical EngineeringAdvisory Board.The Western Kentucky University ME curriculum assures that program graduates haveexperienced the engineering profession and demonstrated the ability to perform in a professionalmanner. The team project demonstrated student competence in the

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Technical Session 7

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Phillip Cornwell, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Donald E. Richards, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Glen A. Livesay, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

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Mechanical Engineering

biomedical engineering capstone design sequence at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. Glen’s educational research interests include student learning styles, increasing student engagement with hands- on activities, and more recently, creativity & design. He has received an NSF CAREER award and served as a Fellow at the National Effective Teaching Institute. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018 A Foundational Engineering Science Course and Its Impact on Those Who Teach ItCurricular innovations are difficult to implement and sustain. Many innovations were developedthrough the NSF-funded Engineering Education Coalitions in the early 1990’s

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Technical Session 6

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Simon Thomas Ghanat P.E., The Citadel; Dena Garner, The Citadel; Jason Howison, The Citadel; Rebecca A. Hunter, The Citadel; Breeanne Baker Swart, The Citadel; Shankar Madhab Banik, The Citadel; Michael P. Verdicchio, The Citadel; Nathan John Washuta P.E., The Citadel

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Diversity

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Mechanical Engineering

Engineering at The Citadel in Charleston, SC. He received both his B.S. and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Maryland – College Park. His primary research interests include Hydrodynamics, Turbulence, and Experimental Methods. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018 Students’ Perception of a Summer Undergraduate Research Experience: Across the DisciplinesIntroductionUndergraduate research is considered one of the high impact practices, which are routinely foundon college campuses today. The outcomes from undergraduate research range from increasing astudent’s retention in the major to increased numbers of students attending graduate school [1].In

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Technical Session 4

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bobby G Crawford P.E., Quinnipiac University; Jose Antonio Riofrio, Quinnipiac University; Richard Melnyk, U.S. Military Academy

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Mechanical Engineering

and engineering (CLOs 1-2, 5-7)(b) Ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data (CLOs 2- 5)(c) Ability to design a system, component or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturing, and sustainability (CLOs 3-5)(e) Ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems (CLOs 1-7)(g) Ability to communicate effectively (CLO 5)(h) Broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context (CLO 5)(k) Ability to use techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice (CLOs 1-7

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Technical Session 7

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Todd Letcher, South Dakota State University; Gregory J. Michna, South Dakota State University; John D. VerSteeg, South Dakota State University; Sarah M. Michna, South Dakota State University

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Mechanical Engineering

Universitydeveloped a new strategy for improving student retention and overall student quality based on anew first-year engineering experience. The older curriculum had become outdated, was notteaching our students what we thought they needed, and was not preparing the students for therest of the mechanical engineering program and beyond.As our graduating students completed exit surveys, common criticisms of the program included aperceived lack of software availability and a deep knowledge of how to use the software, lack ofpreparation for constructing prototypes (mechanical and/or electrical), and lack of product designinstruction and practice. In an effort to address these problems, two new courses were developedfor 1st year students [1] and a 2nd year

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Technical Session 9

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert Scott Pierce P.E., Western Carolina University; Rungun Nathan, Pennsylvania State University, Berks Campus; William E. Howard, East Carolina University; Brian Sylcott, East Carolina University

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Mechanical Engineering

suggested that this extra time to graduation acts as a barrier to entry and that theprofession would be best-served by curricula that could be completed in four years.The curricula of all three of the universities that we have studied reflect these changes. Todiffering degrees, all three have molded their curriculum to include practice-based skills. AtWCU this has resulted in the adoption of a project-based learning curriculum and a strong focuson engineering practice. Both ECU and WCU offer the Bachelor of Science in Engineeringdegree. Curricula of these programs were designed so that students could realistically expect tograduate in four years.At all three universities, room in the curriculum for practice-based skills has been created byreducing

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kathryn R. Gosselin, San Jose State University; Nicole Okamoto, San Jose State University

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Mechanical Engineering

the revised rubrics showed several benefits, including easeand accuracy of assessment. Additionally, the authors suggest best practices for ensuringassessment alignment with ABET objectives by working backward from PI’s to write rubrics forassessment tools.IntroductionSince the introduction of ABET’s EC2000 criteria (Lattuca, Terenzini, and Volkwein, 2006),engineering programs have taken a wide range of approaches to assessment of Student Outcomes(Criterion 3). The research literature is replete with studies that present good assessmentpractices. However, it can be challenging to find the time to study the relevant research, choosethe best practices for one’s own program, and integrate those practices effectively, particularlywhen there may

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Technical Session 11

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

individually, in-class active andcollaborative learning (ACL) exercises, and problem-based learning (PBL) team projects withentrepreneurially minded learning (EML) components. However, all modules are intended tofoster a better student understanding of the theory, practices, and career opportunities associatedwithin the fluid power industry.Starting in the Fall of 2016, the authors developed the modules and implemented them inmultiple sections (taught by different instructors) of Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanicscourses in three consecutive semesters (Fall 2016, Spring 2017, Fall 2017). Pre and post surveyswere conducted to gage the impact on student learning on the fluid power content before andafter the designed activities. Both direct and indirect

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Technical Session 6

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elizabeth A. Reddy, University of San Diego; Breanne Przestrzelski, University of San Diego; Susan M. Lord, University of San Diego; Imane Khalil, University of San Diego

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Diversity

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Mechanical Engineering

relation to environments, technologies, and human lives.Dr. Breanne Przestrzelski, University of San Diego Bre Przestrzelski, PhD, is a post-doctoral research associate in the General Engineering department in the Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering, where she seeks to innovatively integrate social justice, humani- tarian advancement, and peace into the traditional engineering canon. Before joining USD in August 2017, Bre spent 9 years at Clemson University, where she was a three-time graduate of the bioengineering program (BS, MS, and PhD), founder of The Design & Entrepreneurship Network (DEN), and Division I rower. In her spare time, Bre teaches design thinking workshops for higher education faculty

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Raghu Echempati P.E., Kettering University

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Mechanical Engineering

California, Los Angeles (UCLA) extensionoffers short courses mainly on aerospace composite materials [3]. Similarly, the Centerfor Lightweighting Automotive Materials and Processing (CLAMP), at University ofMichigan, Dearborn campus offers courses to enhance their graduate education onmaterials and processes that are used in the production of lightweight automobiles [4].Their topics cover practical uses of additive manufacturing, advanced materials andpolymers as applied to lightweighting challenges. They work collaboratively withindustry on research to advance the design, materials technology and testing, andmanufacturing processes for life-ling education in producing lightweight automobiles.Likewise, Technical University (TU) Delft offers short

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rachal E Thomassie, Texas A&M University; Kathryn Kirsch, Pennsylvania State University; Eric R Marsh, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Timothy J. Jacobs, Texas A&M University

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Mechanical Engineering

. As one of the broadestengineering majors, mechanical engineering offers training in areas that range from thermal fluidsciences to mechatronics to machine design. In the ideal program, students are also given a tasteof industry work through team activities, project-based course content, or a required engineeringwork experience. Mechanical engineering graduates have the opportunity to join any number ofindustries, and are indeed highly sought-after for their problem solving skills and technicalbreadth. Yet, mechanical engineering students are generally not provided with guidance onmatching their interests with one of the multitude of jobs or non-traditional career paths availableto them.Students are also lacking direction on skills so

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Technical Session 6

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kamau Wright, University of Hartford; Ivana Milanovic, University of Hartford; Tom A. Eppes, University of Hartford

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Mechanical Engineering

Water” with a 3-credit Thermodynamics I course, and focused on thermal desalination.The use of commercial software in the Grand Challenge is optional. However, the authors’intention was to introduce modeling and simulations early in the curriculum, help students gainvaluable experience and start considering the use of modern tools and new skills in addressingengineering problems. Although students’ ability to utilize COMSOL Multiphysics® (referred toas “COMSOL” throughout this text) for the final design would only be commensurate with theirlevel of proficiency, understanding the capabilities of software packages in the specific projectenvironment can better prepare them for future capstone projects, research experiences, andengineering practice

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Poster Session

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sreenidhi Krishnamoorthy, University of California, Davis

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Mechanical Engineering

Paper ID #22280Work in Progress: Retrospective Analysis on the Perspective of Instructorsabout Transitioning to Using Active-learning Strategies to Teach MechanicalEngineering ClassesMr. Sreenidhi Krishnamoorthy, University of California - Davis Mr. Sreenidhi Krishnamoorthy is a PhD candidate in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Cali- fornia - Davis. He works as a Graduate Student Researcher at the Western Cooling Efficiency Laboratory and as a Teaching Assistant Consultant at the Center for Educational Effectiveness, both on the UC Davis campus. As a Teaching Assistant Consultant, Sreenidhi focuses on improving

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alex C. Szatmary, King's College

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Mechanical Engineering

having “the potential to be one of the best “ABET EC 2000” assessmentinstruments for showing continuous improvement” [36]. These standardized tests are designed tobe valid and reliable research instruments. Although they typically use multiple-choice questions,the distractors for the questions are convincing to students who do not have a strong conceptualknowledge; thus, despite being multiple-choice questionnaires that take 1-2 minutes per question,concept inventories can assess student working knowledge. Some analyses of concept inventorieshave found possible issues with validity [37]; with that said, analysis of this depth is not evenpossible for the FE without cooperation from NCEES.If a program were to have problems with graduates having