Conference Session

Computing in the First Year

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Meagan Eleanor Ita, Ohio State University ; Krista M. Kecskemety, Ohio State University; Katlyn Elizabeth Ashley, Ohio State University; Brooke Morin, Ohio State University

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Computers in Education

Weerakoon, P. (2001) The role of computer-aided assessment in health professional education: a comparison of student performance in computer-based and paper-and-pen multiple-choice tests. Medical Teacher, 23(2), 152-157.3. Russel, M. (1999). Testing on computers: A follow-up study comparing performance on computer and on paper. Education Policy Analysis Archives, 7, 20.4. Clariana, R. and Wallace, P. (2002). Paper-based versus computer-based assessment: key factor associates with the test mode effect. British Journal of Educational Technology, 33(5), 593-602.5. Ozalp-Yaman, S. and Cagiltay, N.E. (2010). Paper-Based versus Computer-Based Testing in Engineering Education. IEEE EDUCON Education Engineering 2010

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FPD 1: The Path to Engineering

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shelley Lorimer, Grant MacEwan University; Jeffrey A. Davis, Grant MacEwan University

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First-Year Programs

the students in this study would be relatively constant overtime as well. It would be useful to examine the GPAs of these students in light of the research todate to see if this trend is observed. In addition, one might expect that, in the future, if theseindicators change with time, it could be indicative of substantial changes in the K-12 curriculumand/or some other contributing factor(s) that the students experience prior to enrolment in first-year engineering. This longitudinal study may also provide a foundation for assessing the successor failure of initiatives that are being undertaken or those that may be proposed in the future toimprove the success and retention of first-year engineering students at our institution

Conference Session

College Industry Partnerships Division Technical Session 3

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John C. Oliva, Hemlock Semiconductor Corporation

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College Industry Partnerships

build better relationships between universities andcompanies by opening communication between faculty and engineers.References[1] Cox, M.F., Zhu, J., Ahn, B., London J.S., Frazier, S., Torres-Ayala, A.T., and Guerra, R.C.C.“Choices for PhD’s in Engineering: Analyses of Career Paths in Academia and Industry”.Proceedings of the 2011 ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition. 2011[2] Cox, M.F., Zhu, J., London J.S., Ahn, B., Torres-Ayala, A.T., and Ramane, K.D.“Recommendations for Promoting Desirable Characteristics in Engineering PhD’s: Perspectivesfrom Industry and Academia”. Proceedings of the 2012 ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition.2012[3] Transforming Undergraduate Education in Engineering – Phase 1: Synthesizing andIntegrating Industry

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Civil Engineering Division Poster Session

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kevin G. Sutterer, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

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Civil Engineering

another is for a hypothetical environmental spill at aconvenient geologic site identified by the students for an independent geologic field trip. Page 24.640.5Table 1. Matrix Map of Learning Objectives to Evaluation Tools for Acceptable Evidence of Learning Desired Results: Students should be Acceptable Evidence Value Learning Experience(s) able to Proj Wk Case HW Tests demonstrate understanding of basic applications of geology to civil/environmental engineering by

Conference Session

Innovative Pedagogy and Assessment in Civil Engineering Education

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Berndt Spittka P.E., U.S. Military Academy; Erik R. Wright PE, U.S. Military Academy; Steven D Hart, U.S. Military Academy; Evan Hansen

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Civil Engineering

provide challenges they want addressed. Page 24.646.12References1 Hart, S. and B. Spittka. The Goethals Infrastructure Challenge: A Proposal for a New Student Competition. in ASEEAnnual Conference and Exposition: Frankly We do Give a D*mn, June 23, 2013 - June 26, 2013. 2013. Atlanta, GA,United States: American Society for Engineering Education.2 Dilemmas in a General Theory of Planning. Rittel, Horst W.J. and Webber, Melvin M.1973, Policy Sciences, pp. 155-169.3 Friedman, Thomas L. The World Is Flat: A Brief History of the Twenty-First Century. NewYork : Farrar, Straus, and Giroux, 2006.4 Barry, B., K. Meyer, K. Arnett, and B. Spittka

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Innovative Projects in Energy Education

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Salahuddin Qazi, State University of New York, Institute of Tech.; Farhan Qazi

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

beincorporated in the new programs relating to disaster & emergency management and solarenergy at the undergraduate and graduate level.References1. Doyle S. Rice, “Report: Climate change behind rise in weather disasters,” USA TODAY, October 10, 2012.2. Jennifer Leaning, and Debarati Guha-Sapir, “Natural Disasters, Armed Conflict, and Public Health,” National England Journal of Medicine, November 2013.3. The World Bank. http://www.worldbank.org/4. Munich Re, Leading Experts on Risk Solutions Worldwide. http://www.munichre.com/en/homepage/default.aspx5. William R. Young, Jr., “History of Applying Photovoltaic to Disaster Relief,” FSEC-CR-96, Prepared by Sandia Laboratory, 1996.6. Solar PV emergencies & Resilience

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Engineering Leadership Development Constituent Committee Division Poster Session

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bruce DeRuntz, Southern Illinois University Carbondale; Rhonda K. Kowalchuk, Southern Illinois University Carbondale; John W. Nicklow, Southern Illinois University Carbondale

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Engineering Leadership Development Division

these specifications it would be nearly impossible to havesuccess in the successive steps due to the vagrancies of a poorly written objective. The followingrepresent the SMART specifications:  Specific – target a specific area for improvement.  Measurable – quantify or at least suggest an indicator of progress.  Assignable – specify who will do it.  Realistic – state what results can realistically be achieved, given available resources. Page 24.672.5  Time-related – specify when the result(s) can be achieved.Figure 3Portion of the LDP’s X-Matrix

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Socio-cultural Elements of Learning through Service

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carla B. Zoltowski, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Antonette T. Cummings P.E., Purdue University; William C. Oakes, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Community Engagement Division

Service. International Journal of Engineering Education, 21(1), 139-150. [2] Zoltowski, C. B., Oakes, W. C., & Cardella, M.E. (2012). Students' ways of experiencing human-centered design, Journal of Engineering Education, 101(1), 28-59. [3] IDEO (2009). Human centered design toolkit, 2nd Edition, IDEO. [4] Design resources: The wallet project, 10 October 2013. [Online]. Available: https://dschool.stanford.edu/groups/designresources/wiki/4dbb2/. [5] Use our methods: What? How? Why? https://dschool.stanford.edu/wp-content/themes/dschool/method- cards/what-why-how.pdf. Accessed 2/15/14. [6] https://www.designheuristics.com. Accessed 1/5/14. [7] Ash, S. L., Clayton, P. H., & Moses, M. G. (2009). Learning through

Conference Session

Nanotechnology

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mangilal Agarwal, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis; Maher E. Rizkalla, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis; Sudhir Shrestha, IUPUI; Hazim A El-Mounayri, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis; Kody Varahramyan, IUPUI

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

like to acknowledge support from National Science Foundation–Nanotechnology Undergraduate Education (NUE) grant 1042110.References:1. M. Agarwal, M. E. Rizkalla, H. El-Mounayri, S. Shrestha, J. A. Simpson, and K. Varahramyan, “A Novel Model for Integrating Nanotechnology Track in Undergraduate Engineering Degree Programs,” J. Nano Educ., vol. 5, no. 2, pp. 135–141, Dec. 2013.2. “Moore’s Law and Intel Innovation,” Intel. [Online]. Available: http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/history/museum-gordon-moore-law.html. [Accessed: 30-Dec-2013].3. “Nanomedicine.” [Online]. Available: https://commonfund.nih.gov/nanomedicine/index. [Accessed: 30-Dec- 2013].4. H. F. Tibbals, “Emerging National and Global Nanomedicine

Conference Session

Preparing Minority Students for Undergraduate and Graduate Research

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nadir Yilmaz P.E., New Mexico Institute of Mining & Technology; Francisco Martin Vigil, New Mexico Institute of Mining & Technology; Miquela Trujillo, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology; Isabella Acevedo-Rodriguez, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology; Ricardo B. Jacquez, New Mexico State University

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Minorities in Engineering

MinorityParticipation (LSAMP) program (1993-2018) and the New Mexico Legislature through aResearch and Public Service Project (1996-present).A Statewide Partnership in New Mexico The New Mexico AMP is a partnership representing the State’s 20 public two-yearinstitutions, including two federally funded institutions serving American Indian students, andthe seven state-supported four-year universities. New Mexico AMP is aligned with other federal-funded programs in New Mexico who share a common vision, such as the College AssistanceMigrant Program (CAMP), Scholarships in STEM (S-STEM), and the STEM Talent ExpansionProgram (STEP). Collectively, these and other programs have resulted in a statewide networkthat has become part of the fabric of higher education

Conference Session

Summer and Cohort Programs for Minorities: Student Success

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mikhail M. Bouniaev, University of Texas, Brownsville; Immanuel Adaikalaraj Edinbarough, University of Texas, Brownsville; Bill W. Elliott, The University of Texas at Brownsville

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Minorities in Engineering

university? Future Benefits: 15. In what way(s) do you think your degree with help you in the future? 16. What are your plans for the future? Recommendations: 17. What advice would you give high school students who are thinking about pursuing a college education? Page 24.862.11 18. What do you recommend for the university to do to best support you and your educational goals?

Conference Session

Integrating Art, Humanities, and Engineering

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Haungs, California Polytechnic State University; David Gillette, California Polytechnic State University; Debra L. Valencia-Laver, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Elizabeth Ann Lowham, California Polytechnic State University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

LAES students were able to serve as informed and responsible citizens in aglobal culture and seemed to remain involved with learning and helping society improve.Many of the respondents commented on the students’ ability to work efficiently, noting that thestudents seemed to be well prepared for work. One employer stated that s/he found the LAESstudents to be “very bright individuals and excellent at creating new ways to make our office andproduction and distribution more cost effective. Great insight and skills come from their coursesfrom which they have taken at Cal Poly. I think all of the students that I have hired from CalPoly in other majors have all contributed their own style and knowledge to the company.”Another employer noted that the

Conference Session

Experiences in Engineering Community Engagement

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Marybeth Lima, Louisiana State University

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Community Engagement Division

societies in the 21st century. In New perspectives on service-learning: Research to advance the field (M. Welch & S. Billig, eds.) (pp. 3-22), Greenwich:Information Age Publishing.Lima, M. and W. Oakes. 2006. Service-Learning: Engineering in Your Community. Great LakesPress, Okemos, MI., ISBN 1-881018-94-6 (book was purchased by Oxford University Press in2011; 2nd edition will be published in June, 2013).E. Tsang, Editor. 2000. Projects That Matter: Concepts and Models for Service-Learning inEngineering, AAHE’s Series on Service-Learning in the Disciplines. AAHE Press,Zlotkowski, E., Ed. 1998. Service-Learning in the Disciplines. 20+ volume series on service-learning in various professions; entire series available athttp://styluspub.com/Books

Conference Session

Two-Year College Division Transfer Topics Part I

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

MD B. Sarder, University of Southern Mississippi

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Two Year College Division

, "Practical Proposals for Motivating Students" In R. J. Menges and M.D. Svinicki (eds.), College Teaching: From Theory to Practice. New Directions in Teaching and Learning, no. 45.San Francisco: Jossey-Bass4 Wyckoff, S. C. (1999). The academic advising process in higher education: History, research, and improvement.Recruitment & Retention in Higher Education, 13(1), pp. 1-35 Habley, W.R. and McClanahan, R., 2009, “What works in Student Retention”, American College Testing6 PLTL Progressions Newsletter v3, 12, p10 and v4, 11, p77 Quitadamo, I.J., Brahler, C.J., Crouch, G.J., 2009, “Peer-Led Team Learning: A Prospective Method for IncreasingCritical Thinking in undergraduate Science Courses”, Science Educator, 18, 1 (Spring), 29-39

Conference Session

NSF Grantees' Poster Session

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kirsten A Davis, Boise State University; Ross A. Perkins, Boise State University; R. Casey Cline, Boise State University; Sondra M Miller, Boise State University

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

of Innovation: A Cross-Curricular Perspective on Instructional and Curricular Change in Engineering." American Sociological Association, Washington, DC.9. Bowen, D.M. (2007). "Engineering Education Innovations: Modeling the Influence of Organizational Context and Faculty Behavior." The Acceptance and Diffusion of Innovation: A Cross-Curricular Perspective on Instructional and Curricular Change in Engineering, R. Spalter-Roth, N. Fortenberry, and B. Lovitts, eds., American Sociological Association, Washington, DC.10. Ambrose, S. (2007). "Exploring the Role of the Reward System in the Diffusion of Innovation in Engineering Education." The Acceptance and Diffusion of Innovation: A Cross-Curricular Perspective

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Experiences in Engineering Community Engagement

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mary Cardenas, Harvey Mudd College

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Community Engagement Division

Work, 22(1-2), pp. 213-225, 2002. 4.) W. Oakes, J. Duffy, T. Jacobius, P. Linos ,S. Lord, W.W. Schultz, and A. Smith, “Service Learning in Engineering,” Proceedings of the 32nd ASEE/IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference, November, 2002. 5.) E.J. Coyle, L.H. Jamieson, and W.C. Oakes, “EPICS: Engineering Projects in Community Service,” International Journal of Engineering Education, 21(1), pp. 139-150, January 2005. 6.) Andrew T. Jeffers, Angela G. Safferman, and Steven I. Safferman, “Understanding K–12 Engineering Outreach Programs,” Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice, 130(2), pp. 95- 108, April 1, 2004. 7.) G. Padmanabhan and D. Katti, “Using Community-Based Projects in

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Visualization tools, modeling abilities and grading models

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Holly K. Ault Ph.D., Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Alister Fraser, Parametric Technology Corp.

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Engineering Design Graphics

models and reduce or eliminate grading time. Automatic grading can be used toassess many different modeling criteria, including but not limited to the proper selection andplacement of features, feature order, and use of constraints to capture design intent. The criteriaused to check the solid model can be selected to assess both procedural and strategic knowledge.Future work will involve implementation of automatic grading for quizzes, homework exercisesand/or online tutorials. We will design a range of skills assessments using the Precision LMSsystem and evaluate improvements in the students’ modeling skills. Grading of dynamic systemsmay also be investigated.Bibliography1 Lieu, D. and S. Sorby (2008), Visualization, Modeling, and Graphics for

Conference Session

Experiences with Experiential Learning

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2005 Annual Conference

Authors

Keith Turpin; Donald Richter; William Loendorf

this extremely rewarding eventand build a closer bond with their students.Bibliography[1] Bosworth, K. and Hamilton, S. J., editors, Collaborative Learning: Underlying Processes and Effective Techniques, New Directions for Teaching and Learning, No. 59, 1994.[2] Felder, R., How Students Learn: Adapting Teaching Styles to Learning Styles, Frontiers in Education Conference Proceedings, 489-493, 1988.[3] Gabelnik, F., MacGregor, J., Matthews, R.S., and Smith, B.L., editors, Learning Communities: Creating Connections Among Students, Faculty, and Disciplines, New Directions for Teaching and Learning, Jossey- Bass, 1990.[4] Higley, K. A. and C. M. Marianno, “Making Engineering Education Fun,” Journal of Engineering Education, Vol

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Women Faculty & the NSF ADVANCE Program

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2005 Annual Conference

Authors

Christopher Loving; Joyce Yen

and retention. The CDCCPencourages cultural change through more effective peer mentoring and collegiality, a positiveand inclusive environment, and thus a more vibrant and fulfilling intellectual community.AcknowledgementsThis work is made possible through a National Science Foundation grant (SBE-0123442).References1 Malcom, S. Fault Lines. Science, 284 (5418), 1271, May 21, 1999.2 Schein, E. H. Organizational Culture and Leadership (2nd Ed), San Francisco: Jossey-Bass Publishers, 1992.3 Chaffee, E.E. and Tierney, W.G. Collegiate Culture and Leadership Strategies. New York: Macmillan, 1988.4 Drucker, P.F. The Theory of Business Harvard Business Review, 72 (5), 95-104. September-October 1994.5 Astin, A.W. and Astin, H.S. Leadership

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Energy Program and Software Tools

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2005 Annual Conference

Authors

Laura Genik; Craig Somerton

Figure 7 Peer Evaluation FormPlease evaluate you and your partner(s) contribution and effort on this project. Theseresponses will be held in confidence.Your Name: Grade: _______Partner’s Name: Grade: _______Comments: Page 10.738.12 Proceedings of the 2005 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition Copyright . 2005, American Society for Engineering EducationAppendix A: CC_Auto User’s GuideThe software CC_AUTO is an interactive computer program for the design and costanalysis for the

Conference Session

Engaging Upper Level Classes

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2005 Annual Conference

Authors

Keith Thompson; Matthew Roberts

team will make a presentation on the test data focusing on the comparison of the ex-perimental data to the theoretically expected performance.All teams will produce written reports to accompany their presentations. The design and con-crete teams must turn in their reports within two weeks of making presentations. All other teamsmust turn in their reports by the last day of class.A tentative schedule of events for this project is presented below:Date Activity Group(s) ResponsibleOct. 1 Deadline to Signup for Groups EveryoneOct. 11 Design Presentations DesignOct. 18 Cast Cylinders

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Advancing Manufacturing Through Outreach

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2005 Annual Conference

Authors

Hakan Gurocak; Xiaolin Chen; Dave Kim

. References[1] Julia Evetts” Women and careers in engineering: management changes in the work organization,” Women in Management Review Volume 12, Number 6, pp. 228–233, 1997.[2] McRae, S., Devine, F. and Lakey, J., Women into Science and Engineering, Policy Studies Institute, London, 1991.[3] Abrams, L.M., Fentiman, A.W., “An Integrated Program to Recruit and Retain Women Engineering Students,” Proceedings of the 2002 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition, 1392, 7 pages.[4] Mary B. Vollaro, “Field Trips: An innovative approach in teaching ‘Manufacturing Processes’ to traditional undergraduates,” Proc. 2002 ASEE Annual Cof., Session

Conference Session

Laboratories

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2005 Annual Conference

Authors

Kevin Schmaltz; Christopher Byrne; Joel Lenoir; Robert Choate

. Schmaltz, K. “Design Of Experiments Plan With A Capstone Experimentation Course,” Proc. of 2004 ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, Anaheim, CA5. Layton, R., Mesh, A., Mayhew, J. “Ideas Into Action: Using Learning Objectives To Revitalize A Mechanical Engineering Laboratory Sequence,” Proc. of 2004 ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, Anaheim, CA6. McIntyre, C., Mehta, S. and Sellnow, T., “A Program For Faculty Peer Review of Teaching at North Dakota State University,” Proc. 2003 ASEE Annual Conference, Nashville, TN. Page 10.1105.107. Yuem D, K.P and Masi, B

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Emerging Trends in Engineering Education Poster Session

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2005 Annual Conference

Authors

KaMing Lai; James Webb; Robert Hendricks

Annual Conference & Exposition Copyright © 2005, American Society for Engineering Education[16] Alexander, C.K., and M.N.O. Sadiku, Fundamentals of Electric Circuits (2E), New York: McGraw-Hill, (2003).[17] Nilsson, J.W., and S. Riedel, Electric Circuits (6E), Englewood Cliffs: Prentice Hall, (2001).[18] Tront, J.G., PSpice for Basic Circuit Analysis, New York: McGraw-Hill, (2004)Biographies:ROBERT W. HENDRICKS is a Professor in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at Virginia Techwhere he teaches introductory circuits courses and teaches and performs research in the area of microelectronics. Hehas special interests in pedagogy and in assessment methodologies. He is chair of the Circuits and

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Lessons from Entrepreneurship Programs

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2005 Annual Conference

Authors

Tony Casalena; Matt Weinstein; Borna Ghavam; Blake Robertson; Karen Thornton; David Barbe; James Green

and professionals and begin to build their“Rolodexes.” The experiential component is the experience they gain from trying outtheir entrepreneurial ideas in the risk-safe, diverse and supportive community of highly-motivated, entrepreneurially-minded students.Bibliography1. Barbe, D.F., Thornton, K.S, “The Development of a Technology Entrepreneurship CultureAnd Lessons Learned,” Proceedings of the American Society for Engineering Education AnnualConference and Exposition, June 20042. Barbe, D.F., Thornton, K. S., “Components of a Comprehensive Engineering EntrepreneurshipProgram,” Proceedings of the American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference andExposition, June 20023. Barbe, D.F., Thornton, K.S., “Campus Entrepreneurship

Conference Session

Writing and Communication I

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2005 Annual Conference

Authors

Robert Askew; Cari-Sue Wilmot; Colley Hodges; Richard Bannerot

. 21 22 11 54 4.19 P I know how to find assistance to help me with my writing. 17 18 15 3 1 54 3.87 Q I have learned how each section of a report has a specific purpose. 15 26 10 3 54 3.98 R I have learned how to better present graphical data. 9 18 20 6 1 54 3.52 S Presentation skills will be very important to my career. 31 15 7

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K-12 Poster Session

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2005 Annual Conference

Authors

Jeannie Brown Leonard; Taryn Bayles; Anne Spence

provided and within the allowed time period. After having constructed the structure, each team was required to carry the structure, with water in the cup(s), through an obstacle course in the shortest possible time. Each structure must be constructed ONLY with the provided materials. In order to qualify, each structure must have the volume of water at least 10 inches in height from the bottom of the structure. The structure must be carried (by only one team member) over the specified course while holding the structure from the bottom. – The materials provided were: • 30 straws • 20 pipe cleaners • 10 rubber bands • 10 toothpicks

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Unique Laboratory Experiments & Programs Poster Session

Collection

2005 Annual Conference

Authors

Kenneth Soda

VEE Figure 1. Cadence OrCAD Capture schematic of the differential amplifier’s nominal design as presented to students. Circuit bias conditions are shown presuming both input terminals are held at ground potential. RC3’s value is intentionally adjusted to 2645.5Ω so the bias voltage at the output node is very nearly ground potential. Amplifier Stability Simulation The feedback stability of an amplifier with feedback is generally demonstrated through evaluation of its loop gain and phase as a function of frequency.1 In the exercises in which our amplifier is used, series-shunt feedback is required and implemented through the familiar non-inverting op amp circuit. The simple voltage divider feedback

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Curriculum Development in Mechanical ET

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2005 Annual Conference

Authors

Francis Di Bella

(even if it means going to some bad movies or sitting through somepoor TV programs), bring them into the classroom to be dealt with face-to-face and re-engineer the problem by correctly applying physical laws to expose the physical fallacies.The good news is that the Instructor can count on the fact that a majority of the studentshave already seen the illusions and have had their attention focused on the “problem”even if subliminally, for one or two hours (depending upon the length of the movie orTV). Thus there is some level of recall by the students of their favorite movie or TV1 The author remembers fondly the ‘60’s movie “Flubber’ staring Fred Mac Murray as the absent minded

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Academic Standards & Issues/Concerns & Retention

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2005 Annual Conference

Authors

Tobia Steyn

practical workbook for precalculus and introductory calculus, Oxford University Press, Cape Town, 1998.14. Du Plessis, G. Five Year Study Program Annual Reports 2001-2004, School of Engineering, University of Pretoria, Pretoria.TOBIA STEYN holds degrees in mathematics and education and has been involved in academic support programs atthe University of Pretoria since the early 1990's, initially focusing on mathematics support in the Faculty of Scienceand from 1999 as senior lecturer responsible for a developmental course in the School of Engineering. Page 10.120.13 Proceedings of the 2005 American Society for Engineering