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rates of change, and interfacing to a commercial fuzzy logic engine. Many Electrical Engineering Technology graduates are employed by automationcompanies where they are required to develop solutions to computer-based automatic controlproblems. Technology program curriculums typically do offer courses that provide significantdepth in solving classical control systems problems, but graduates working in the automationfield still need tools to solve control problems. Fuzzy logic is an effective control tool that can bereadily implemented in a technology program.1 Students with a fuzzy logic background cansolve many control problems as long as they know what the expected behavior is for variousinputs. In addition students get experience

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Emin Yilmaz

Engineering Technology program are required to take at least oneSystems Design course during the last year of their program. As part of the requirement for thiscourse, students are assigned to design a system or systems that require use of the knowledge thatthey have acquired in lower level courses. Sometimes they are assigned a group project if theproject is large enough.The Wheel Balancing Machine design project was assigned, during spring semester of 1991, toone student. He finished most of the mechanical design but did not return back after spring breakto work on manufacturing. The project was assigned to another student, in spring semester of1993, to complete the manufacturing of the project. When the first student returned to school infall

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becomemore active and involved in the subject and its implementations. The students showed morededication to the course and to the instructor.Introduction In this era, the national development is based primarily on the strength of its infrastructureincluding transportation, education, health, water resources control, and housing facilities. Thesubsequent needs are focusing on how to deliver these services in effective capabilities and fullyfunctional manner mean time. Current and anticipated methods of applying technologies ininfrastructure delivery systems, construction management, construction engineering, andmaterial engineering urged engineering industry to revolutionize its methodology and practice.These rapid changes in needs and practice

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Joanne M. Goode; James B. Stenger

. Randolph, G. & Owen, D. A Virtual Library for Classroom Research and Pedagogy. ASEE Annual ConferenceProceedings. 1998 ASEE, Washington, DC, USA. 5pp.5. http://staff.lib.muohio.edu/~jgoode/menew/6. http://www.sas.muohio.edu/egr/7. http://www.lib.muohio.edu8. Orians, C. & Sabol, L. Using the Web to Teach Library Research Skills in Introductory Biology: A collaborationBetween Faculty and Librarians. Issues in Science & Technology Librarianship. No. 23 (Summer 1999)9. Leckie, G. & Fullerton, A. Op cit.JAMES B. STENGERJames B. Stenger, P.E., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Manufacturing Engineering at MiamiUniversity in Oxford, Ohio. He received his BS and MS in Mechanical Engineering from West Virginia Universityand

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Robert McCulley; Joseph Arumala; Emin Yilmaz

Fundamentals of Threaded Fastener Design and Analysis, Ralph S. Shoberg, RS Technologies, Farmington Hills, MI, 1997, pp. 1-6Biographical InformationJoseph O. Arumala is an Associate Professor in the Construction ManagementTechnology at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. He is an experiencedCivil/Structural Engineer with a MS. and a Ph.D. degrees from Clemson University. Dr.Arumala teaches civil engineering oriented courses including Statics; Strength ofMaterials and Structural Design courses.Robert McCulley is a Quality Engineer with Filtronic Comtek Inc. He has a BS inInformation System Management, and a BS in Mechanical Engineering Technology andis currently finishing a BS degree in Electrical Engineering Technology at UMES. Hiswork

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in the UM ASEE student chapter and is currentlyserving as President. His research interests include the development of green technologies for industrial wastetreatment and pollution prevention.HILDEGARDE SELIGHildegarde Selig is a postdoctoral research fellow and adjunct assistant professor in the Department of Civil andEnvironmental Engineering at the University of Michigan where she has taught both "Dynamics of EnvironmentalSystems" and "Environmental Principles". She received her BS in Civil Engineering from Pedro Henriquez UreñaNational University in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, her MS in Environmental Engineering from MichiganState University and her Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from the University of Michigan. Her

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Paul I-Hai Lin; Hal Broberg

Session 1358 Design of a Distance Learning Course in Data Communications and Networking Paul I-Hai Lin, Hal Broberg Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology Department Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne, INAbstractThis paper presents teaching activities of a distance-learning course in Networking andData Communications via a combination of live TV lectures, hands-on and web labs,lectures posted on the web, and email. All course materials including lecture and labs aredescribed. A web-based information delivery system that

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Robert L. Shearer

Session No. 3661 The Human Community Robert L. Shearer, Ph.D. Florida Institute of TechnologyWhat is the role of humanities education in an engineering curriculum? Moreimportantly why should humanities education be integrated in such a course of study, tohave “full membership in the community of engineering educators”?Engineering itself might be characterized as the art of fitting means with ends forpractical results — results that make life much easier. Mathematical formulas,employed by the engineer, seem to draw from an abstract realm durable truths thatmanifest themselves in the reliability of

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Jeremy Koczenasz; Bradley Bashford; Anil Sawhney; Andre Mund

site. Enhancements are being accomplished bydeveloping 1) an Internet-based Interactive Construction Management Learning System (ICMLS)and 2) an advising and mentorship program that will enhance practitioner-involvement. TheInteractive Learning System uses interactive and adaptive learning environments to train students inthe areas of construction methods, equipment and processes. This system is being developed usingmultimedia; Internet based computing; Virtual Reality Modeling Language (VRML); databases; anddiscrete-event simulation. This paper will provide an update on the design, development andimplementation of ICMLS. Lessons learned and tools utilized that may be helpful in other branchesof engineering and non-engineering fields will be

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Bernard Hoop; Eric W. Hansberry; Gerard Voland

the present study is to naturally integrate progressive learningexperiences in science and technology throughout curricula in disciplines other thanscience. Our intent in fostering student-centered designs of science activities in otherdisciplines is that lay science students understand and develop the same criticalobservational skills expected of science, engineering and technology students.An example in an art curriculum is a course on visual studies foundations, whichintroduces the elements and principles of organization that constitutes a pictoriallanguage common to all the visual arts. In this art course, students investigate andunderstand how visual language is used to communicate thought, feeling, and

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Stanley J. Pisarski

Session 3547 The UPJ EET MicroMouse: This New Addition Impacts Learning In Embedded Microcontrollers Stanley J. Pisarski University of Pittsburgh at JohnstownAbstractThe University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown (UPJ) offers the Bachelor of Science degree in Civil,Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering Technology. Many of the courses offered in UPJ’sEngineering Technology Program rely on laboratory experiments to supplement the lectures. TheEmbedded Microcontroller course offered by the Electrical Engineering

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Noellette Conway-Schempf; H. Scott Matthews; Francis C. McMichael; Chris Hendrickson

Symposium on Electronics and the Environment, Piscataway, NJ: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, pp. 273-278, May 1995.N. Conway-Schempf and L. Lave, 1996. Pollution Prevention Through Green Design. Pollution Prevention Review, Winter, 1995-1996, 11-20.T.E. Graedel and B.R. Allenby, “Industrial Ecology”, Prentice Hall, New Jersey, 412pp, 1995.C. T. Hendrickson and F. C. McMichael, "Product Design for the Environment", Environmental Science & Technology, p. 844, Volume 26, No.5, 1992.C. T. Hendrickson, A. Horvath, S. Joshi and L. B. Lave, "Economic Input-Output Models for Environmental Life Cycle Assessment”, Environmental Science & Technology, pp. 184A- 191A, April 1998.C. Horney, "Integrating Environmental Costs

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Larry A. Thompson

dissertations(PTDs), do the ETDs increase or decrease access to information?" After providing a briefhistorical context of ETDs at Virginia Tech, this paper examines the question of ETD access atthat institution. Several aspects of access are presented among which are: total number of ETDsaccessible, number of times ETDs and PTDs are accessed, access variations by department andcollege, archival access of ETDs, and access of ETDs through ILL. More specifically, it alsoexamines the College of Engineering ETDs and compares their access to ETDs from otherdisciplines. It is concluded that the two major access factors are: 1) total ETDs available and, 2)ease of accessing ETDs. With regard to the first, ETDs severely limit access to theses anddissertations

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Ronald H. Rockland

Session 3547A Comparative Analysis of Simulation Software for a Circuit Analysis Course Dr. Ronald H. Rockland New Jersey Institute of TechnologyAbstractNumerous textbooks in circuit analysis use simulation software to offer an alternative method ofunderstanding the class material. These software packages enable a student to develop variousproblems, understand what the solutions are, and to assist in visualizing the resulting outputs.The textbook in one of the third year ECET (Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology)courses at New Jersey Institute of Technology use Matlab as one of the

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Shahriar Emami; Fazil Najafi

believe this method ofdelivery, which utilizes the multi-media, graphics and computing capabilities of Internet and computers,can provide high quality education for students around the globe. I. IntroductionScience and engineering have advanced remarkably over the past forty years. With the fast pace of changein some areas of engineering, it is crucial to keep the working engineers up-to-date. Virtually alluniversities, both public and private, already offer distance education courses. Students at nine U.S.Colleges, including the University of Maryland, the New York Institute of Technology, and the Universityof Phoenix, can obtain full degrees without setting foot on campus [1]. Unfortunately, it is

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Making in the Engineering Classroom,” Journal of Engineering Education, October 1997. 6. Gentner, D. and A. L. Stevens (Editors), Mental Models, Erlbaum, Hillsdale NY, 1983. 7. Capra, Fritjof, The Web of Life: A New Scientific Understanding of Living Systems, New York, NY: Anchor Books, 1996. 8. Cheek, Dennis, Thinking Constructively About Science, Technology, and Society Education, State University of New York Press, Albany, NY, 1992, page 63. 9. Joseph D. Novak and D. Bob Gowin, Learning how to Learn, Cambridge University Press, New York, Chapter 2. 10. Hyerle, David, Visual Tools for Constructing Knowledge, Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, Alexandria, VA, 1996. 11

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Theodore J. Stokes; Jeffrey B. Hargrove

portion of a mechatronics device intotheir projects.I. IntroductionMechatronic devices and products are characterized by the integration of sensors, actuators andelectronic control technologies in mechanical systems. The result is the potential for enhancedfunctionality and a degree of smartness and adaptability in the mechatronic system. Theunderlying philosophy of mechatronics is to incorporate the aforementioned elements at theonset of design, envisioning optimal functionality of the device in its earliest stages ofdevelopment.A unique program in mechatronics education at the undergraduate level has recently beenimplemented for mechanical engineering students at Kettering University1,2. The need to do sohas been clearly dictated by an emphasis

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Richard A. Gilbert; Mark Maughmer; Marilyn Barger, Hillsborough Community College; Renata Engel, Pennsylvania State University

for Classroom Management,” American Society of Engineering Education 1997 National Conference Proceedings, Session 3230, Milwaukee, WI.3. Barger, M., R. Engel, R. Gilbert, M. Maughmer (1998) “All Lectures are Not Created Equal”, American Society of Engineering Education 1998 National Conference Proceedings, Session 1675, Seattle, WA.MARILYN BARGER is an Associate in Research in the College of Engineering at the University of South Floridaand a Professor of Advanced Manufacturing Technology at Hillsborough Community College, both is TampaFlorida. She is actively developing programs and curricula for Advanced Manufacturing Technology as well asmultimedia educational materials for an NSF Advance Educational Technology initiative in

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Akihiko Kumagai; Mukasa Ssemakula

Session 3548 Learning Kinematics from Concept and Experience Akihiko Kumagai and Mukasa E. Ssemakula Division of Engineering Technology Wayne State University Detroit, MI 48202AbstractStudy of kinematics and dynamics of machinery involves very challenging mathematics forengineering technology students who typically take this course at their junior level in a 4-yearbaccalaureate curriculum. Although mathematics is an essential tool for designing and analyzingmechanisms, this heavy burden in mathematics carries a risk of taking

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B.S. Sridhara

Session 3248Ã Challenges Faced by the Undergraduate Solar Car Team at Middle Tennessee State University B. S. Sridhara Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)Abstract Our solar car team at MTSU comprises mainly of Engineering Technology students. TheSolaraider III (MTSU’s third solar car) is a 19-ft-long, 6-ft-wide and 4-ft-high vehicle. Theproject provided many challenges to the team in several areas including design and analysis,fabrication, assembly and testing. electricity and electronics, and fund raising. Faculty advisorsfor the solar car team were

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Joel R. Weinstein

Session 2559 Abstract: Simulating Industry in the Classroom Joel Weinstein Northeastern UniversityOverview:One of the underlying themes that distinguishes engineering technology from other technicaldisciplines is the real-world industrial nature and influence over the entire educationalexperience. While co-op and vacation work activities certainly help to reinforce the industrial“flavor,” they are not part of the daily academic regimen.To provide the industrial experience in classroom activities, we have developed a softwareproject-based course that simulates industry

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. Page 5.631.6For further information regarding the IAC program, visit the Department of Energy’s Office ofIndustrial Technology web site at http://www.oit.doe.gov/iac/.GREGORY MAXWELLGregory Maxwell is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering and the Director of theIndustrial Assessment Center at Iowa State University. His primary research interests are inenergy utilization and HVAC. Dr. Maxwell received his B.S. degree in Physics from PurdueUniversity in 1973 and his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue in 1984.TIM O'NEILLTim O’Neill is a graduate research assistant with the Industrial Assessment Center at Iowa StateUniversity. He received his B.S. degree in Physics from Grinnell College in 1997

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Jr., Donald J. Fournier; J. Kirby White

. American PetroleumInstitute, Washington, D.C. (1993).6. Health Physics Society. Guide for Control and Release of Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material. WorkingDraft - January 1997. Health Physics Society, McLean, Virginia (1997).7. URL: http://www.normis.com8. Berger and Kelly. Position Paper. Integrated Environmental Management (1996).DONALD J. FOURNIER, JR.Don Fournier is an Assistant Professor in the School of Engineering Technology at The University of SouthernMississippi. Mr. Fournier is a registered Professional Engineer and has ten years of industrial experience, primarilyrelated to R&D, pollution control, combustion, and safety. Mr. Fournier received B.S. and M.S. degrees inMechanical Engineering from the University of Florida in

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Sam Wanis; Erian Armanios

students the findings from the research literature, in terms intelligible tothem. The practice of searching the patent proved invaluable in introducing students to theevolution of technology and its systematic documentation.The student flight team consisted entirely of sophomores, who had not taken any classes inaerospace engineering. To perform the needed ground-based investigations of the technology, itwas essential to have more experienced help. This came from two sources:(i) The graduate students in our Experimental Aerodynamics Group (EAG), who in 1996 had taken an advanced research experiment to 3 government and industrial facilities and thus had much expertise to provide on preparing for off-site experiments.(ii) The

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Ed Clausen; Carolyne E. Garcia

Session 3513 Student Portfolios — Assessing Criteria 2000 Carolyne E. García, Edgar C. Clausen University of ArkansasAbstractABET’s Criteria 2000 identifies 11 desired outcomes for engineering education. Engineeringprograms will be evaluated according to their success in producing students with the ability to:1) apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering; 2) design and conductexperiments and interpret data; 3) design a system, component, or process; 4) function on multi-disciplinary teams; 5) identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems; 6) understand

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W. Nicholas Delgass; Phillip C. Wankat; Frank S. Oreovicz

specialist in the School of Chemical Engineering at PurdueUniversity. His BS in Physics is from the Illinois Institute of Technology and his Ph.D. in English is fromPenn State. He is the coauthor of the book Teaching Engineering.W. NICHOLAS DELGASSW. Nicholas Delgass is Professor and Associate Head of Chemical Engineering at Purdue University. Hereceived his BSChE and BSE in mathematics from the University of Michigan and an MS and Ph.D. fromStanford. He is coauthor of a book on Spectroscopy in Heterogeneous Catalysis and past U.S. editor of theJournal of Catalysis. Page 5.374.6 Table 1. Results of 1994 Survey of Graduates. Percent

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Therese A. Mylan; Ravi K. Ghai; Kim LaScola Needy; Gary E. Rafe; Bopaya Bidanda

. Previously, Mr. Rafe was on the faculty of the State University of New York’s College ofTechnology at Alfred, teaching courses in computer and industrial control programming, computer-aided-design andmanufacturing, and mechanical engineering technology, and managed the College’s workstation laboratory network.His research interests include the application of information system technology in manufacturing enterprises,automating the product design-to-manufacturing process, CAD/CAM integration, and the use of telecommunicationtechnology for training and education. Mr. Rafe is a student member of ASEE and IIE.KIM LASCOLA NEEDYKim LaScola Needy is an Assistant Professor of Industrial Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh and aWellington C. Carl

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Rosa Betancourt de Perez; Rosa Buxeda; Moises Orengo; Lueny M. Morell; Jose R. Lopez

PuertoRico LSAMP (PR-LSAMP) program. The core PR-LSAMP is the curricular revision of Science,Mathematics, Engineering and Technology (SMET) courses to improve student performance.This paper describes the curriculum assessment, innovation strategies and outcomes of the PR-LSAMP program during a period of seven years. The curricular initiatives of the programinclude identification, assessment and reform of SMET "gatekeeper and bottleneck" courses;description of successful reforms institutionalized at several institutions (such as integration oflaboratory & courses, use of active/cooperative learning, and faculty development). The currentmulti-faceted curricular innovation strategy is presented.I. IntroductionThe Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority

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Mark W. Meredith; David B. Meredith; Brooke M. Morrison

incorporated into theclassroom experience. One of these tools is a nifty shareware software package that allows youto produce animated gifs4 very easily. Unfortunately, it is still a rather time consuming process.My best estimate based on the work reported in this paper is that an experienced user can expectto spend at least an hour to produce a simple ten-second animation.But why use music? My experience is that a majority of the engineering and technology studentsrelate well to music. I choose familiar tunes that most students will recognize. I would like tothink that when they hear a particular tune in the future, their minds will connect with a technicalconcept. But pragmatically, I use this method because of my long experience with the BoyScouts

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Scott Danielson; Sudhir I. Mehta

power, Students are empowered: power is shared authority, and control among students and between students and faculty Technology use Drill and practice; substitute Problem solving, communication, collaboration Page 5.469.1 textbookBased on this powerful testimony for improving student learning, we explored the literature withthe goal of improving student learning in a basic engineering science course, statics.Consequently, we submitted the proposal "Statics: The Next Generation" to the