Conference Session

Examining the Synergy between Eng'g Mgmt & Sys Eng

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jonathan Weaver, University of Detroit Mercy; Michael Vinarcik, University of Detroit Mercy

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Management

is the Engineering &Science curriculum director for the program.The University of Detroit Mercy also offers a Master of Engineering Management (MEM)degree; it is a hybrid degree offered by the College of Business Administration and the Collegeof Engineering and Science. The program integrates technical and management studies toproduce graduates capable of assuming leadership roles in engineering management.The primary author was invited to teach and/or develop an elective for the MEM program.Because of his affinity for systems architecture and systems engineering (as well as hispassionate belief that these two disciplines are both critical and often neglected), he proposed ablended class that covered both topics in adequate depth for the

Conference Session

Curriculum Development 1

Collection

ASEE Southeast Section Conference

Authors

Scott Schultz, Mercer University

Tagged Topics

Diversity, Professional Engineering Education Papers

method only offers a small glimpse of the intricateplanning, design and control required in today’s complex manufacturing environment.An alternative means of a consistent production experience for Industrial Engineering students isa hands on laboratory experience as part of the students’ curriculum. One such lab is described © American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 2023 ASEE Southeastern Section Conferenceby Ssemakula, et al.4,5. Ssemakula’s lab spans several courses as Wayne State University whichhas students designing, machining and assembling a functional engine.This paper describes another laboratory type experience used in an Introduction to IndustrialEngineering course at Mercer

Conference Session

Innovations in Teaching Physics or Engineering Phy

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Teresa Larkin, American University; Dan Budny, University of Pittsburgh

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Physics & Physics

closely paralleled one or more of the topics covered on the course syllabus. Inaddition, their chosen topic had to be congruous with the new millennium conference theme.Students were encouraged to research past, present, and future applications of their chosen topic.The key idea was to have students explore a topic(s) in more depth than would be covered inclass, thus making them the “experts.” Each student in the AU course wrote a single-authorpaper.The theme for papers prepared for the Pittsburgh conference was a little different. Given thatPitt uses an integrated curriculum approach for their freshman courses, students were told thatwhere possible, their papers should relate to topics covered in the fall or spring semester of theirPhysics

Conference Session

Manufacturing Education Curriculum

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kenneth Stier, Illinois State University

Tagged Divisions

Manufacturing

expense to companies3. It stands to reason that supply chain managementhas become an area that companies are giving much more attention and are integrating into everyfacet of their business. As companies went global with their sourcing programs over the years,procurement became a strategic function within successful organizations4. It has becomeimportant for students in engineering and technology programs to become familiar with theconcepts of supply chain management, forecasting, inventory control and continuousimprovement. This paper will describe how effective supply chain strategies using inventory control canhelp companies become more competitive in the global marketplace. The author will explain amanual simulation that is used in his

Conference Session

Research and Education in Radiation and Radiologic

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mitchell Pryor; Sheldon Landsberger

Tagged Divisions

Nuclear and Radiological

and equipment grants to formalize a curriculaaround the captured knowledge. Akbar and Dutta12 address the balance that must be foundbetween research and education that is complicated by the inclusion of both government andindustrial labs. They conclude there is a “synergistic benefit of such an approach and reinforce aprevalent belief that innovation in research can help enrich education.” Finally Newberry13developed a missile system design graduate curriculum that strove to balance scientificdevelopment and robust design. He emphasized that “Design and judgment are the essence ofengineering; they are the primary factors that differentiate engineering from science.” This is alesson that should not be forgotten even as we work hard to advance

Conference Session

Capstone Design

Collection

2004 Annual Conference

Authors

Robert Potter; Brian Knight; Antoine Ataya

market share, and improved profitability.According to a report by the Conference Board, a business membership organization, “Amajority of large U.S. firms have used the criteria of the Malcolm Baldrige National QualityAward for self-improvement, and the evidence suggests a long-term link between use of theBaldrige criteria and improved business performance.”Integration of the Baldrige Criteria Performance Excellence into the Capstone DesignExperience:Initial discussions between the RICPE and the SECCM focused on whether or not integration ofthe Baldrige National Quality Program into the senior capstone design curriculum wasappropriate and would enhance the design experience. Two factors tilted the decision in favor ofintegration. First, the

Conference Session

Software and E-learning in the ME Curriculum

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Blekhman, California State University Los Angeles

Tagged Divisions

Mechanical Engineering

conditions, and data postprocessing. However, this design has its drawbacks, allowingthe instructor only limited capabilities in adopting the software.The experience of introducing FlowLab into the Fluid Mechanics course at Grand Valley StateUniversity (GVSU) was mixed. The course was offered with an integrated laboratory.Complexities arose from the need to introduce the Fluid Mechanics fundamentals before anyproductive work in FlowLab could be performed, leaving limited time for thorough integration.After a few introductory demonstrations and tutorials, students used FlowLab to simulate theexperimental results from laboratories on the converging-diverging channel, flow over acylinder, and flow over an airfoil. The results were mixed, ranging from

Conference Session

ERM Technical Session 18: Student Learning and Problem Solving

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carmen Angelica Carrion, Georgia Institute of Technology; Joseph M. LeDoux, Georgia Institute of Technology

Tagged Divisions

Educational Research and Methods

the socio-cognitive aspects of the flipped and blended learning environments. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 Student perceptions of interpersonal skills intertwined in an engineering classroom By: Carmen Carrion MS & Joe LeDoux PhDIntroduction: This research paper describes the study about teaching interpersonal skills in ananalytical engineering course and how students from this course actually experienced theinterpersonal skills curriculum. In the field of engineering, model-based reasoning and theemployment of engineering judgment are two of the most important practices that are critical forthe success of practicing engineers

Conference Session

Curriculum Development 1

Collection

ASEE Southeast Section Conference

Authors

Ciprian Popoviciu, East Carolina University; Colby Lee Sawyer, East Carolina University; Joshua Edison Pitzer, ECU College of Engineering and Technology

Tagged Topics

Professional Engineering Education Papers

entire process. This incomplete picture can deter creative students who lack certain skills needed to pursue an idea • Lack of clear identification of target innovation domains, areas ripe for both business and technological disruption. Helping students focus on specific opportunities makes it easier to undertake what in a broader scope might seem an insurmountable challenge • Availability of larger scale test environments where prototyping can be taken from the lab bench and integrated into a system, combined with other resources into more compelling and exciting solutions.The Internet of Things (IOT) is emerging as a rich innovation space with the potential to revolutionizeentire industries in a way

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Curriculum Innovation

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Ciaraldi, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Eben Cobb, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; David Cyganski, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Michael Demetriou; Greg Fischer; Michael Gennert, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Fred Looft, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; William Michalson, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Bradley Miller, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Taskin Padir, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Yiming Rong, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Kenneth Stafford, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Gretar Tryggvason, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; James Van de Ven, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Tagged Divisions

Multidisciplinary Engineering

, involving faculty from the departments ofComputer Science (CS), Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) and MechanicalEngineering (ME) and was designed top-down, starting with goals and objectives. Recognizingthat it is impossible to include a comprehensive course of study equivalent to a BS in CS, ECE,and ME in a 4-year degree, the new RBE program provides a solid foundation in each, withapplications drawn from Robotics. In keeping with WPI’s educational approach, the curriculumengages students early and often in creative hands-on projects.The core of the program consists of five new courses: an entry-level course and four “unifiedrobotics” courses based on a “spiral curriculum” philosophy, where the students are engaged inincreasingly complex

Conference Session

BME Curriculum Development

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Aura Gimm, Duke University

Tagged Divisions

Biomedical

carry specific stimulating molecules and addressingmolecules, are taken up by targeted immune cells, triggering an increased and more specificimmune response1. Although nanoscience promises major benefits for health and may makepossible a wealth of new technologies, there have also been concerns about possible harmfuleffects of nanomaterials on health2-3.The emerging field of nanoscale science and engineering provides tremendous potential to allowscientists and engineers to improve existing products or to enable completely new applications.In order to realize this potential, the workforce needs to be trained and educated in theinterdisciplinary fields that provide the intellectual foundation for nanotechnology4. For thisreason, there is a large

Conference Session

Curriculum in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology: Part I

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Muhammad Hasan, Texas A&M University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

incorporated seamlessly into a design that can be implemented onFPGAs. As such, a course needs to be developed encompassing microcontroller architecture,digital system design and implementation on FPGAs using VHDL. This paper describes thedevelopment of such a course with a case study of microprocessor design and implementation.The discussions also extend to incorporating an IP core processor in a system design that targetsFPGAs.IntroductionOne of the major objectives of curriculum development is to enhance students’ learning1. Thefactors that support this objective has been identified in1 and in several other studies as: a)allowing students to be empowered, informed, and responsive learners who can assume ameaningful role in the society; b) providing

Conference Session

EMD Curriculum Design

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Raymond Krizek, Northwestern University; Ahmad Hadavi, Northwestern University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Management

for hiringbachelor’s degree graduates and training them in-house. Based on these results, the idea wasabandoned at that time.However, about a decade later, with interest from students and a growing industry preference fora more specialized education, the Master of Project Management (MPM) program was started in1989 as a grass roots endeavor with little support from the Northwestern Universityadministration, because the program was in an area where Northwestern had no history and verymodest in-house faculty capability. In the early years the curriculum was composed of somecarefully chosen regular university courses and an increasing selection of custom-designedcourses taught by adjunct faculty. In the ensuing years the program grew from its

Conference Session

Faculty Development Division Poster Session

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Douglas E. Melton, Kern Entrepreneurial Engineering Network; Heather Dillon, University of Washington Tacoma; Mark L. Nagurka, Marquette University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Faculty Development Division

still underway. Each year new workshop and facilitation teams are added.Existing workshops are evaluated, improved, and evolved based on the feedback loops established. At theindividual faculty member level, one workshop Integrating Curriculum with Entrepreneurial Mindset(ICE) focused on helping an individual faculty member change classroom practice. At the department orunit level, new workshops have been tested that focus on the needs of a specific school or unit. Anexample is a workshop for Montana State University in 2020 that took elements of two other workshopsand structured the material in the context of the institutional focus. At the national level the prototypingincludes workshops focused on leadership and culture change.The testing

Conference Session

ChE: Innovations in Student Learning

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Eric Peterson, Lamar University; David Cocke, Lamar University; Jewel Gomes, Lamar University; Hector Casillas, Lamar University; Morgan Reed, Lamar University; Jerry O'Connor, San Antonio College

Tagged Divisions

Chemical Engineering

to integrate the findings of physics and engineering education research with education practice Page 12.799.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 HELICAL Learning Model Applied in an Industrial Electrochemistry Engineering CourseAbstract In education, a popular model employed to represent the learning process is typicallyportrayed as a four-stage process signified by a cycle in a two-dimensional circular path. Thiscycle can be repeated by revisiting topics at increasing levels of sophistication in order toproduce what is known as a spiral curriculum. In this presentation

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Endeavors: Engineering and Liberal Arts

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alyson Grace Eggleston, The Citadel; Robert J. Rabb P.E., The Citadel

Tagged Divisions

Liberal Education/Engineering & Society, Multidisciplinary Engineering

the fundamental principles of technical writing and use a project-based learning model. Much of the general education requirements for engineering students atthe institution occurs in the first two years. Engineering curricula are increasingly moving towardan earlier introduction of engineering content for entering students. Eli Fromm of DrexelUniversity was one of the earliest curriculum innovators to introduce engineering activities earlyin the curriculum, integrating faculty across campus [2]. Similarly, a team consisting of facultymembers from across this institution developed a Technical Writing Course to promotecommunication. However, the faculty discovered an opportunity to develop and assessleadership and teamwork skills in the same

Conference Session

Computer ET Curriculum

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Paul Lin, Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne; Melissa Lin, Exactech

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

draws the conclusion.II. Technical Problem Solving ProcessIt is observed that the problem solving models developed in the 1960s and 70s that are still usedwith many general problem solving courses found in academic are to teach math problem solvingas a thinking skill, not integrated with the rest of the curriculum or work environment.Through this course, students will learn about the computer-based problem solving on individualand team-based technical problems, by experiencing several independent and overlapping stages,including: 1) Problem statement 2) Analyze the problem statement and Plan inputs and outputs 3) Design solution or algorithm 4) Implement the solution (programming) 5) Verifying the

Collection

2013 Pacific Southwest Section Meeting

Authors

Milica Markovic

Computer Aided Teaching and Learning in an Undergraduate Electromagnetics Class Milica Marković California State University SacramentoAbstractIn this paper integration of commercial CAD programs in an introductory, undergraduateelectromagnetics course at California State University Sacramento is presented. Matlab, Agilent'sAdvanced Design System (ADS) and Momentum are integrated in various activities throughoutthe semester. Students write Matlab code to visualize electromagnetic fields and waves and useAgilent ADS and Momentum to master transmission lines and design a microstrip patch antenna.The course requires students to

Collection

1997 Annual Conference

Authors

Deborah Hochstein

percent in medicine. Prior to the outbreakof the Second World War, American scientists, including those who fled Hitler’s Europe, hadreceived only 18 of the 129 prizes in these three areas.”9 While this form of research is vital toengineering, science, and medicine, it is not always compatible with the mission of otherdepartments within a university such as engineering technology. The expanded definition ofscholarship, as proposed by Ernest Boyer, provides an avenue for faculty in departments such asengineering technology to pursue their interests and communicate their ideas. While the scholarship of discovery asks the question, “What is to be known, what is yet tobe found?”, the scholarship of integration asks the question, “What do the

Collection

2015 Northeast Section Meeting

Authors

Anne L. van de Ven; Mary H. Shann; Srinivas Sridhar

Pautler M, Brenner S. "Nanomedicine: promises and challenges for the future of public health." International Journal of Nanomedicine. 2010;5:803-809.4 Velez JM, Velez JJ. "The eminent need for an academic program in universities to teach nanomedicine." International Journal of Nanomedicine. 2011;6:1733-1738.5 Tsai-hsuan Ku S. "Forming interdisciplinary expertise: one organization's journey on the road to translational nanomedicine." Wiley Interdisciplinary Reviews: Nanomedicine and Nanobiotechnology. 2012;4(4):366-377.6 Martin PE,Umberger BR."Trends in interdisciplinary and integrative graduate training: an NSF IGERT example." Quest. 2003;55(1):86–94.7 Cowan K, Gogotsi Y. "The Drexel

Conference Session

Curriculum Exchange II

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sharie Kranz, Coronado High School; Catherine Tabor, El Paso ISD; Art Duval, University of Texas, El Paso; Kien H. Lim, University of Texas, El Paso; Amy Elizabeth Wagler, University of Texas, El Paso; Eric A. Freudenthal, University of Texas, El Paso

Tagged Divisions

K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

learn how the graphicallibrary was implemented, not just how to use it. This observation triggered a sequence ofi iMPaCT is an approximate acronym for Media Propelled Computational Thinking. The learning modules (LMs) Page 25.315.2developed for integration within high school math courses are collectively referred to as iMPaCT-Math (IM).refinements that eventually resulted in a new course that uses the programming of simplemathematical algorithms that render graphics and simulate kinematics. These tiny programsfocus student attention on exploring principles underlying (and building “gut level” intuitionsrelated to) the content of high

Collection

2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference

Authors

Reza Harirforoush, Cleveland State University

theeducational experience and preparing students for real-world challenges in engineeringapplications. The introduction of design-based learning approach to the literature occurred in the early 21stcentury by Doppelt9. Research indicates that the approach can enhance the learning outcomes ofengineering students10-11. While there is an integration between PBL and the design-project-basedapproach, it’s important to emphasize that the design project approach primarily focuses onaddressing design problems. This method utilizes PBL to enrich students’ learning experiences,specifically concerning on design, and manufacturing processes, leading to the creation of tangibleproducts or solutions. Notably, engineering design is recognized as a fundamental

Conference Session

First-Year Programs: Design in the First Year

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Asma Idries, North Carolina State University; Akira Angel Romero-Berube, North Carolina State University ; Rachel Lee Tilly, North Carolina State University; Laura Bottomley, North Carolina State University; Raegan Santana Reeves, North Carolina State University; Miles Xavier Davis

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

collaborationcentered extra-curricular resources can improve the project experience for first-year engineeringstudents.Background and Motivation First-year engineering education and its impact on student retention, culture, andexperience is an important topic to current educators trying to improve university levelengineering education. Persistence in an engineering program is directly related to the first-yearexperience [1]. The first-year curriculum and surrounding environment are essential componentsto providing students with points of both learning and discovery that will ultimately impact theirdecision to stay within their chosen path [1]. Although the engineering path may not be the bestpath for every student, there is a serious concern over

Conference Session

Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

John Alexander Mendoza-Garcia, University of Florida; Andrea Goncher, University of Florida; Mengyu Li, University of Florida

Tagged Divisions

Systems Engineering

].However, the teaching methods and assessments for such an approach have not been well studied inengineering education comparing to some other disciplines of science education [11], [14], [15]. Thisrecognition of the inadequacy of current educational methods in helping engineering students learnsystems thinking skills is a focal point of this research, which aims to assess a student's ability to developa systematic and integrated understanding of complex systems and to take into considerations of non-engineering perspectives (such as economic, social, organizational and others, etc.).Assessment of Systems ThinkingThere is no agreement among researchers on what an assessment tool is needed for effectively assesssystems thinking. Researchers

Collection

1996 Annual Conference

Authors

Daryl R. Kipke

bioengineering program at Arizona State University, laboratory courses inphysiological systems and medical instrumentation have been offered for many years. These courses emphasizemaking measurements from and analyzing properties of physiological systems using clinical instruments orspecial-purpose computer hardware and software. The laboratory projects are generally highly structured andclosed-ended to ensure ample coverage of the selected subjects. While these courses are an important part ofthe curriculum, they do not provide students with the experience of developing solutions to open-ended,systems-level bioengineering projects. In order to fill this gap, over the last three years we have developed andoffered a laboratory course that provides senior

Conference Session

A Potpourri of Innovations in Physics

Collection

2003 Annual Conference

Authors

Mark Kithcart; Legunchim Emmanwori; G. Van Ness Burbach; Dominic Clemence; Caesar Jackson; Guoqing Tang

2. Section 3 describes the development of thegeophysical research facility and program. Section 4 is devoted to the description of some recentstudent research projects. We summarize the paper in Section 5.2. Integration of research and educationAs noted by Anne Peterson [6] in an editorial when she served as the deputy director of theNational Science Foundation, “…the integration of research and education deserves a higherpriority on federal and university agendas. Today’s students will spend their careers in a 21st-century workplace that presents complex and open-ended challenges. Those who will thrive inthis setting are those who have been educated in a discovery-rich environment.” Integration ofresearch and education offers undergraduate

Conference Session

Engineering Design Graphics Division (EDGD) Technical Session 2

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hillary E. Merzdorf, Texas A&M University; Donna Jaison, Texas A&M University; Tracy Anne Hammond, Texas A&M University; Vimal Kumar Viswanathan, San Jose State University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Design Graphics Division (EDGD)

intelligent systems. 1. Background & Literature ReviewEngineers who learn to sketch develop many essential skills, such as spatial visualization, designidea representation and fluency, and communication. Spatial visualization has been linkedpositively to the retention of engineering students and also improved performance. Research hasbeen ongoing for the past four decades, indicating the importance of spatial visualization inSTEM education. Spatial visualization skills in students can be improved with training, andtraining students in sketching is a significant contributor to improving spatial visualization skills[1]. Engineering design is an integral part of all engineering disciplines. There are various stepsin engineering design, and

Conference Session

ECE Curriculum Improvement

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Steffen, Iowa State University; Phillip H. Jones III, Iowa State University; Joseph Zambreno, Iowa State University

Tagged Divisions

Electrical and Computer

code.Seniors in computer engineering at Iowa State University (ISU) are exposed to concepts in deviceinterfacing and hardware/software optimization through multiple classes in softwaredevelopment, computer architecture, digital logic and signal processing. A course that focuses ongraphics processing and architecture has the potential to nicely tie together several instances ofthese concepts in an integrated environment. Page 25.842.2At ISU we have created a senior elective class for teaching graphics processing. While this classis offered as an elective in the computer architecture focus area, course topics are introduced fromthe systems perspective

Collection

2021 First-Year Engineering Experience

Authors

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

teaching environment and thelearning community which had to be immediately addressed. Traditionally, engineering has embracedthe face-to-face modality but is challenged now with teaching in an online environment whether it betruly online or in a blended learning format. There have been previous studies on the use ofonline/blended learning in engineering courses (see for example [12-16]). Arguments for the use ofonline learning include potential to increase accessibility in terms of time and location [17] andinclusion [15]. Arguments against online learning include: issue of existing internet accessibility[13,14], digital competencies [14,16,18], academic integrity [13,16], limited sense of community[12,14,16,18], limited access to hardware [18

Conference Session

Materials Lab Experiments and Demonstrations

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lori Rosario, Rochester Institute of Technology; Elizabeth Dell, Rochester Institute of Technology

Tagged Divisions

Materials

AC 2010-593: BIODEGRADABILITY OF PLASTICS TESTING IN ANUNDERGRADUATE MATERIALS LABORATORY COURSELori Rosario, Rochester Institute of Technology Lori Rosario is a graduate student at the Rochester Institute of Technology in Mechanical & Manufacturing Systems Integration. She completed her B.S.in Mechanical Engineering Technology. She has completed internships at Johnson and Johnson McNeil Consumer Healthcare, Delphi Automotive Systems and the Center for Integrated Manufacturing Systems (CIMS)at the Rochester Institute of Technology as a Fuel Cells Research Engineer.Elizabeth Dell, Rochester Institute of Technology Elizabeth Dell is an Assistant Professor of Manufacturing & Mechanical