Conference Session

Teaching Problem Solving in a Multidisciplinary Context

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Denia Djokic, University of California, Berkeley; Wil V. Srubar III, University of Colorado, Boulder

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Diversity

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

radioactive waste management, advanced nuclear fuel cycle systems, and nuclear security policy to energy science and technology, energy sustainability, engineering ethics, and engineering education. She is a national member of the American Nuclear Society and a founding member of Nuclear Pride.Prof. Wil V. Srubar III, University of Colorado Boulder Wil V. Srubar III is an assistant professor of civil, environmental, and architectural engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder. Prof. Srubar received his PhD in structural engineering and materials science from Stanford University in 2013. He received his bachelors degree in civil engineering and ar- chitectural history from Texas A&M University in 2006 and his

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Course Development

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jacquelyn Kay Nagel, James Madison University

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Diversity

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

has been designed to train theEngineer of 2020 [1,2]. Offering a single Bachelor of Science degree in engineering without discipline-specific majors or concentrations, the goal is to train and produce engineering versatilists, a termpopularized by Friedman [3], who can work in cross-disciplinary environments. At the heart of ourprogram is the six-course engineering design sequence that provides instruction on design theory(thinking, process, methods, tools, etc.), sustainability, ethics, team management, and technicalcommunication (both oral and written), while incorporating elements of engineering science andanalysis. Students apply design instruction in the context of two projects during the six-coursesequence—a cornerstone project spanning

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Capstone and Collaborative Projects

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Miiri Kotche, University of Illinois, Chicago; Stephanie Tharp, University of Michigan

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

Prior to Course OfferingPlanning begins in early summer with the client partners, faculty, and the Directors of theInterdisciplinary Product Development program and the Innovation Center to properly frame theproject statements for the student teams. The problems are designed with guidance and oversightfrom faculty to address the academic appropriateness of the inquiry to ensure educationaloutcomes. For the bioengineering curriculum, these stem from ABET student outcomes C, D, E,G, H, and I. More explicitly: • 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

Conference Session

Capstone and International Experiences

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Richard S. Stansbury, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach; William C. Barott, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach; Salamah Salamah, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

unfamiliarity of students withconcepts of other disciplines, and the lack of students’ awareness of the hands-on nature ofcapstone courses and the expectations associated with these courses. Also, the unfamiliarity ofinstructors with the abilities, work ethics, and personal issues of the current cohort of studentswithin the class makes it harder to assign students to teams.This paper introduces the notion of Mini-Projects within a capstone course as applied forstudents in the Department of Electrical, Computer, Software, and Systems Engineering atEmbry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Mini-Projects are small projects that aim at introducingstudents to basic concepts of different engineering disciplines, while at the same time provideinstructors with

Conference Session

Project-based Learning and Other Pedagogical Innovations

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Horacio Vasquez, University of Texas, Pan American; Arturo Fuentes, University of Texas, Pan American; Javier Macossay, The University of Texas-Pan American; Martin Knecht, South Texas College; Robert Freeman, University of Texas, Pan American

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

junior year, cannot join the program at any other time.A new Introduction to STEM course was implemented in the DEEA program as one ofthe first courses that the new DEEA students ever take in College. The new course coversfundamental concepts and information about engineering professions, ethics, engineeringeconomics, systems of units, and other topics that are included in the Introduction toEngineering courses at STC and UTPA. In addition, the course also involves CBI withhands-on activities to engage and motivate students to learn and get familiar withpractical applications in STEM fields. In this new Introduction to STEM course, 53students participated during the Summer II term in 2009. 2. Supporting STEM Pathways with CBI and Hands

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Poster Session

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Don E. Malzahn, Wichita State University; Lawrence E. Whitman, Wichita State University; Zulma Toro-Ramos, Wichita State University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

) Systems Thinking Systems Thinking - What Engineers Bring to the Game (Key Competency) Global Perspective Working and Leading within a Global Value Chain (Facing Business Realities) Innovation On the Job Innovation, Creativity and Risk Taking (Facing Business Realities)• Expected learning outcomes: o Effective demonstration of eight competencies o Understand the theory behind the practice of management o Demonstration of communication skills rhetorically, interpersonally , and in writing o Self-knowledge—character, communication, ethics, innovation/creativity, skills in economics, marketing, teamwork, global awareness/world view, project planning

Conference Session

Understanding and Measuring the Impact of Multidisciplinarity

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mysore Narayanan, Miami University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

). Assessment of Ethics Modules in an Engineering Curriculum. ASEE 114th Annual Conference and Exposition, Honolulu, HI. June 24–27, 2007. Paper # AC 2007-14. Teaching Ethics – II. Session # 3440. Wednesday, 27th June 2007. 12:30 – 2 PM.51. Narayanan, Mysore. (2007). Assessment of Perceptual Modality Styles. ASEE 114th Annual Conference and Exposition, Honolulu, HI. June 24–27, 2007. Paper # AC 2007-18. Assessment and Evaluation in Engineering Education – I. Session # 1530. Monday, 25th June 2007. 2:15 – 4 PM.52. Narayanan, Mysore (2007). The Three R’s of Assessment: Recording, Reviewing and Reporting. ASEE 114th Annual Conference and Exposition, Honolulu, HI. June 24–27, 2007. Poster # AC 2007- 15. Emerging Trends in

Conference Session

Sustainability

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Justin L. Hess, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Sarah Aileen Brownell, Rochester Institute of Technology; Alexander T. Dale, Engineers for a Sustainable World

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society, Multidisciplinary Engineering

(k) sustainability-related problems survey6 Become conscious of the ethical and professional Pre-post (f), (j) responsibilities of engineers in a global, social, and survey environmental context Page 24.1257.7MethodsIn this section we explain how concept maps, design reviews, and the pre-post tests are designedto assess the above stated learning goals. Themes from the course were developed based on aholistic analysis of students’ responses on design reviews, surveys, concept maps, a debriefsession during the final class session, faculty’s observations throughout the course

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Learning Experiences

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Lynal Albert, Tarleton State University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

). One critical element in developing and pursuing sustainable goals ishuman capital and hence the reform of undergraduate engineering education has received muchattention. The motivation for academic institutions to incorporate sustainability principles intoengineering education is manifold, including meeting criteria of accreditation boards likeAccreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) across the globe, policies andregulations from government agencies and increase in the standards required by industries thatprovide employment to engineers(3, 5, 7). According to the National Society of ProfessionalEngineers (NSPE), one of the professional obligations under the NSPE code of ethics, requiresengineers to adhere to the principles of

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Design Projects

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David R. Mikesell, Ohio Northern University; John-David S. Yoder, Ohio Northern University; John K. Estell, Ohio Northern University; Ahmed Abdel-Mohti P.E., Ohio Northern University; Firas Hassan, Ohio Northern University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

and providing service learning opportunities for first-year programming students through various K-12 educational activities. Dr. Estell is a Member-at-Large of the Executive Committee for the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, and also serves as a program evaluator for the Engineering Accreditation Commission. He is also a founding member and serves as Vice President of The Pledge of the Computing Professional, an organization dedicated to the promotion of ethics in the computing professions through a standardized rite-of-passage ceremony.Dr. Ahmed Abdel-Mohti P.E., Ohio Northern UniversityDr. Firas Hassan, Ohio Northern University Firas Hassan is an associate professor at Ohio Northern University. He got his

Conference Session

Experiential and Service Learning

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yusuf Mehta, Rowan University; Peter Mark Jansson, Rowan University; Dianne Dorland, Rowan University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

significant ethical issues because the engineer is making critical decisions based onlimited or biased information, which could lead to negative impacts and conflict. As educators,our goal is not only to train competent and creative engineers, but also to prepare citizens withtechnical training who can systematically assess the impacts of technology on local and globalpopulations, cultures and environments and appropriately implement optimal engineeringsolutions which address these considerations. Service learning activities provide a window ofopportunity for students to engage in civic duty while applying relevant engineering concepts.The College of Engineering considers service learning to be an important vehicle in theinternationalization of

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Capstone Design Projects

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yanfei Liu, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne (Eng); Jiaxin Zhao, Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

. The ability of the students to formulate a problem statement. 2. The ability of the students to generate solutions (conceptual designs) and evaluate them. 3. The ability of the students to obtain a final design including safety, economic and ethical considerations. 4. The ability of the students to communicate effectively.In the end of the second semester, the similar assessment will be conducted by the facultymembers from the department and the local sponsors. The typical outcomes for the secondsemester senior design course will be as follows: 1. The ability of the students to build their design. 2. The ability of the students to test their design. 3. The ability of the students to evaluate their design. 4. The ability

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Course Innovation

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Ciaraldi, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Eben Cobb, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Fred Looft, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Robert Norton, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Taskin Padir, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

will produce itsfirst graduates in May 2009 and it is planned to seek ABET-EAC accreditation under generalengineering criteria in the 2010-2011 academic year.The RBE program objectives are to educate men and women to: ≠ Have a basic understanding of the fundamentals of Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Systems Engineering. ≠ Apply these abstract concepts and practical skills to design and construct robots and robotic systems for diverse applications. ≠ Have the imagination to see how robotics can be used to improve society and the entrepreneurial background and spirit to make their ideas become reality. ≠ Demonstrate the ethical behavior and standards expected of

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Curriculum Innovation

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Richard Ruhala, University of Southern Indiana; Paul Kuban, University of Southern Indiana

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

– Strength of Materials (0dh) L ENGR 335 – Engineering Economics (0dh)ENGR 366 –Dynamics of Machinery (2dh) ENGR 375– Fluid Mechanics (0dh) LENGR 347 – Microcomputer Engineering (1dh) L ENGR 365 – Modeling Dynamics Systems (1dh)ENGR 382 – SCADA Systems Design (1dh) L ENGR 447 – Embedded System Design (2dh) LHistory Related General Education Global Communities General Education Professional Ethics Fall Semester – 4th Year Spring Semester – 4th YearENGR 435 –Engineering Statistics ENGR 491 – Senior Design (3dh)ENGR 463 – Heat Transfer (0dh) ENGR

Conference Session

Experiential Learning Initiatives

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jiahui Song, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Gloria Guohua Ma, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Diversity

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

project at the end. This paper presents our study with differentlab delivery formats, including preparation, implementation, survey data, observations, andfindings.Course BackgroundIntroduction to Engineering in our institution is a 3 credit course. The course includes one 1-hourlecture, and two 2-hour labs/week. In the lecture, students develop the skills needed during theirstudy of engineering. Topics include task/time management, effective use of notes, engineeringresearch, oral and written communications, problem-solving techniques, ethics and professionalresponsibility and institute resources. In the laboratory, students work in teams to complete avariety of engineering tasks.Each class is set to 85 students maximum. The lecture is held at a

Conference Session

Program-Level Assessments for Multidisciplinary Areas

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mary Katherine Watson, The Citadel; Elise Barrella P.E., James Madison University

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Diversity

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

20.7 Liberal Education 5 17.2 Multidisciplinary Engineering 4 13.8 Educational and Research Methods 3 10.3 Engineering Economy 2 6.9 Engineering Ethics 2 6.9 Engineering Management 2 6.9 Industrial Engineering 2 6.9 NSF Grantees Poster Session 2 6.9 Aerospace Engineering

Conference Session

Investigating Instructional Strategies

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stephanie Luster-Teasley, North Carolina A&T State University; Sirena C. Hargrove-Leak, Elon University; Willietta Gibson, Bennett College

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Diversity

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

student responses to the case studyimpressions survey.MethodologyEach course used two cases. “A Case in Point: From Active Learning to the Job Market,”published at the National Center for Case Studies Teaching in the Sciences (NCCSTS), served asthe common case to acquaint students to the NCCSTS pedagogy. Each participating facultymember also selected a second case that matched a lab or interactive hands-on modulecorresponding to content typically covered in their course. NC A&T developed a case to presentto the students the concepts of e-waste and risk assessment. The case was designed to teachstudent about disposal practices in the US versus third world countries for E-waste and discussenvironmental ethics and justice. In this case, students

Conference Session

Mechatronics and Robotics I

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Kevin Stanley McFall, Kennesaw State University; Kevin Huang, Trinity College; Hunter B. Gilbert, Louisiana State University; Musa K. Jouaneh, University of Rhode Island; He Bai, Oklahoma State University; David M. Auslander, University of California, Berkeley

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

- mechatronics system design - virtual reality - autonomous systems - algorithm design and debugging - project management - discrete mathematics - social privacy - sensor properties and selection - ethics & social implications - industrial standardsThe concepts provided by the respondents expand our mechatronics key concepts in multiple di-rections, including manufacturing, advanced robotic, control and signal processing techniques,discrete mathematics, critical skills for microcontrollers and mechatronic system designs, and pro-fessional skills such as project management. Some of the provided concepts, such as

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Course Innovation I

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert Rabb; David Chang, United States Military Academy

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

4 engineering tools and techniques. [ABET Criterion 3 Outcomes (b) and (k)] 5. Communicate solutions clearly, both orally and in writing. [ABET Criterion 3 4 Outcome (g)] 6. Work effectively in diverse teams. [ABET Criterion 3 Outcome (d)] 3 7. Apply professional and ethical considerations to engineering problems. [ABET 3 Criterion 3 Outcome (f)] 8. Incorporate understanding and knowledge of societal, global and other contemporary issues in the development of engineering solutions that meet

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Engineering Poster Session

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chell Roberts, Arizona State University; Darryl Morrell, Arizona State University; Mark Henderson, Arizona State University; Scott Danielson, Arizona State University; Robert Hinks, Arizona State University; Robert Grondin, Arizona State University; Thomas Sugar, Arizona State University; Chen-Yuan Kuo, Arizona State University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

somemeasure of resource modeling in this situation?Via our focus on the individual, we have come to know our students much better than we haveever done before. While this provides us with the knowledge to be better mentors, it alsorequires that we learn to be good mentors. It also amplifies each student’s setbacks andsuccesses.We continue to look forward to these challenges.Bibliography[1] C. Roberts, D. Morrell, R. Grondin, C.-Y. Kuo, R. Hinks, S. Danielson, and M. Henderson, Developing a Multidisciplinary Engineering Program at Arizona State University’s East Campus,” 2005 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference and Exposition, Potland, June 2005.[2] William G. Perry, Jr. Forms of Intellectual and Ethical

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Engineering Division Poster Session

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Genisson Silva Coutinho, Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia da Bahia; Ana Rita Queiroz Ferraz, Universidade Estadual de Feira de Santana; Cristina Voigt Coutinho, Voigt Brasil Recursos Humanos

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

training Page 24.58.9includes mainly technical issues, uninfluenced by ethical, aesthetic, political and epistemologicalconsiderations. Working with them demanded continuous monitoring in the face of resistance toreflections about education and the role of the teacher in contemporary engineering. It is fair tosay, though, that their own training does not help them to conduct group work, or encouragethem to invest in the collective creation of knowledge.5. Discussion and future worksThe issues raised by this study suggest that it will be necessary to review the objective ofengineering generally and mechatronics specifically, as well as continually

Conference Session

Capstone Projects, Design Projects, and Teamwork

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael W. Prairie, Norwich University; Gregory Wight P.E., Norwich University; Peter Kjeer, Harvard University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

worked on embedded systems with wireless communication, while theothers worked on the generator design. Although there was a little more prep time needed, thevariety of a multi-faceted design problem was a refreshing break from the dogma of havingeveryone grind through the same lab exercises. Finally, the motivation of being responsible for apart of a larger system rather than having to answer for only one’s own grade seemed to have apositive effect on the work ethic of the students who were engaged with the project. Page 23.73.9ConclusionsA multidisciplinary design project consisting of a hydroelectric power generation system wasdeveloped in

Conference Session

Energy, the Environment, and Nano Technology

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

qualified nanotechnology workers for the next two decades is estimated to be in the millions.Broad impact can be achieved by curricular enhancement and reform at the undergraduate level.Curricular enhancement, if it aims to be comprehensive, needs to ensure that students areexposed to the technical aspects as well as social, economic and ethical impacts ofnanotechnology that numerous researchers are exploring seriously. This paper reports activitiesand findings of a team of engineering, science, and education faculty members, who are activelyinvolved in nanomaterials-based research and have been collaborating with each other for thepast several years to enhance undergraduate nanoscience and engineering education in the areaof devices and systems

Conference Session

Capstone and International Experiences

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Scott Danielson, Arizona State University, Polytechnic; Chell A. Roberts, Arizona State University, Polytechnic

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

solicitation and obtainment offunding to solve current problems of external partners has to stay within ethical and legal bounds.Institutions of higher learning, if publically supported, are often constrained by state law withregard to competition with local industry. Thus, it is important to openly acknowledge that theseare student projects and failure to produce a viable or commercial solution is possible. While aviable design and professional prototype is always the project goal, the educational experience,e.g., learning, of the students is still the most important aspect of the process. Thus, routineengineering solutions or production of large quantities of product are not appropriate due tolower educational value and increased chances of

Conference Session

Assessment and Impact

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert O. Grondin, Arizona State University, Polytechnic

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

describedengineering degrees as possessing “a remarkably homogenous curriculum and pedagogy”. Theydescribe this curriculum as a building block curriculum, where the four main building blocks areanalysis, laboratory, ethics and design. The first order of business in these degrees is to establishdisciplinary expertise, to deliver technical knowledge to the student. Sheppard et al. note that theportion of the degree that is most clearly related to building broad understanding, the generaleducation requirements, is viewed by engineering faculty as a hurdle faced in the delivery oftechnical knowledge. It is interesting to note that electives do not appear in Sheppard et al.’sdiscussion. Indeed, the discipline specific engineering degree is often designed to be

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Courses and Projects

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cyrus Habibi P.E., Minnesota State University, Mankato; Motahareh Tina Alaei, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Michael Ryan Lynch

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

(Outcome E). A bigportion of the project deliverables was four to five presentations made both to the client and otherpeers at the program, and the writing of several technical reports. After each presentation, the teamreceived feedback from the faculty and peers on the content and delivery of the presentation andtheir technical writing skills. Each section of the final technical report was reviewed and gradedby the team mentor (Outcome G). One of the deliverables was the contextualization documentthat reports what significance the final design might have on the environment, health and safetyconcerns, economics, ethics, etc. (Outcome H). Based on the technical evidence and submitteddocuments, these outcomes were evaluated, and the faculty mentor

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Technical Session

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Scott P. Schaffer, Purdue University; Margaret Huyck, Illinois Institute of Technology; William C. Oakes, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Daniel Gandara, Illinois Institute of Technology

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

AC 2011-1827: ASSESSING TEAMWORK AND BEST EDUCATIONALPRACTICES IN DIVERSE MULTIDISCIPLINARY PROGRAMSScott P. Schaffer, Purdue University Scott P. Schaffer is an associate professor in the Learning Design and Technology program at Purdue University where he teaches courses related to design, assessment & evaluation, and learning theory. His research focuses on team learning and the design of informal learning spaces.Margaret Huyck, Illinois Institute of Technology Professor Emeritus; Principle Investigator on NSF project involving four universities engaged in develop- ing measures for teamwork and ethical awareness, and identifying best educational practices for develop- ing those competencies among undergraduate

Conference Session

Robotics Curriculum

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William Michalson, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Fred Looft, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

Simulating mechanical systems Lecture 11 Simulating electrical systems Lecture 12 An overview of formal systems engineering Lecture 13 The systems engineering life cycle Lecture 14 Physical definition, designation, validation of requirements Lecture 15 Using simulation to refine/validate systems design specifications Lecture 16 Risk analysis, management, mitigation Lecture 17 Testing, design for testing, what to test, validating tests Lecture 18 Reliability, reliability analysis and reliability testing Lecture 19 Manufacturability, producibility, maintainability Lecture 20 Creating safe designs, ethics Lecture 21 Software engineering, configuration management

Conference Session

Sustainability, Service Learning, and Entreprenuership

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Catherine Skokan, Colorado School of Mines

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

Virginia’sDepartment of Science, Technology and Society (STS) which is housed in the School ofEngineering and Applied Science. The multidisciplinary STS department “advancesunderstanding of the social and ethical dimensions of science and technology2”. This paper willdescribe the development of course and its goals, expand on the course syllabus and choice oftexts, discuss the in-port field experiences, and summarize the assessment of both the studentsand the course. Page 15.481.2Course development and details The home institution of the course faculty member is the Colorado School of Mines(CSM). A Humanitarian Engineering Program3 has been developed at

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Capstone

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert Rabb, United States Military Academy; Joseph Hitt, USMA; Robert Floersheim, US Military Academy

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

feasibility of the design,and make decisions leading to an optimal system design. System integration, human factorsengineering, computer-aided design, maintainability, and fabrication techniques are addressed.This course provides an integrative experience in support of the overarching academic programgoal, and is often interdisciplinary in nature. Students spend extensive time in projectdevelopment laboratories fabricating and refining their final products.The course learning objectives are: • Apply the Engineering Design Process to design and build creative solutions for open- ended engineering problems. • Work effectively within a multidisciplinary design team in a professional and ethical manner. • Develop and conduct experiments