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What's New in Statics?

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shane Palmquist, Western Kentucky University

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Mechanics

and practitioners.For example, in a sophomore level mechanics course at WKU, engineering students worked inteams to perform a preliminary physical field inspection and analysis of a historic steel trussbridge located in Bowling Green, Kentucky.The focus of the paper is to present the work performed by the students and how the project wasintegrated into the course curriculum where the concepts of engineering mechanics discussed inclass were related directly to the bridge. Students appreciated this approach to learning whichoffers a unique hands-on experience where students actively participate by working in the fieldon an existing structure.I. IntroductionIn recent years, there has been a growing trend in engineering education to include

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Industrial Collaboration & Applications in ET

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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William Stuart, Oregon Institute of Technology

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Engineering Technology

: • Developing internships • Working with consortiums • Developing industry connections • Maintaining strong and current articulation agreements • Keeping a focus on global connections Page 11.1175.2This ongoing project has significantly impacted OIT’s BS degree option programs inmanufacturing engineering technology, mechanical engineering technology, and mechanicalengineering, as well as the MS degree in manufacturing engineering technology. OIT hasestablished an MMET program that is a living and metamorphosing curriculum adapting to theneeds of the market place, which consists of both the students and industry. The course work isdesigned to

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Current Topics in IE Education

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Andrew Jackson, Texas A&M University-Commerce; E. Delbert Horton; Mary Johnson, Texas A&M University-Commerce

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Industrial Engineering

establish an Industrial EngineeringIndustry Advisory Board (IAB) and have these leaders from industry meet to establish aorganizational charter and to define their leadership structure. The faculty committee definedcriteria for inviting individuals to become charter members of the Industrial Engineeringprogram IAB. Six members were invited to join the IAB and five of these members attended theinaugural IAB meeting in November 2004. This meeting provided the IAB members with anoverview of the existing IE Program at TAMUC and helped them understand their role inimproving the engineering curriculum over time. This meeting also served as a forum to defineand discuss their critical role as our link to industry as engineering needs evolve. The IAB

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Interdisciplinary Design Projects in ET

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Andrew Otieno, Northern Illinois University; Abul Azad, Northern Illinois University; Radha Balamuralikrishna, Northern Illinois University

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Engineering Technology

generally agree that anintegrated interdisciplinary curriculum results in greater enhanced problem-solving skills andhigher achievement; and that motivation to learn increases when students focus on problems thatare interesting to solve3. Other researchers such as Jeffries4 and Kitto5 have also emphasized howsimultaneous engineering has become an agent for sweeping reforms in manufacturingeducation. Internationally, the integrated product and process development paradigm ofsimultaneous engineering has positively impacted manufacturing education in countries such asAustralia, Brazil, China, and Japan in recent years6-9. Evidently, simultaneous engineeringcontinues to be the norm in modern manufacturing education and hence a meaningfulmanufacturing

Conference Session

What's New in Dynamics?

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Peter Avitabile, University of Massachusetts-Lowell; Tracy Van Zandt, University of Massachusetts-Lowell; Jeffrey Hodgkins, University of Massachusetts-Lowell; Nels Wirkkala, University of Massachusetts-Lowell

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Mechanical Engineering

Laboratory while concurrently working on an NSF Engineering Education Grant directed towards integrating STEM material critical for understanding dynamic systems response.Jeffrey Hodgkins, University of Massachusetts-Lowell Jeff is a graduate student in the Mechanical Engineering Department at the University of Massachusetts. He is currently working on his Master’s Degrees in the Modal Analysis and Controls Laboratory while concurrently working on an NSF Engineering Education Grant directed towards integrating STEM material critical for understanding dynamic systems response.Nels Wirkkala, University of Massachusetts-Lowell Nels is a graduate student in the Mechanical Engineering Department at the

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Non-Technical Skills in ET

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jay Bhatt, Drexel University; Vladimir Genis, Drexel University; Joshua Roberts, Drexel University

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Engineering Technology

Engineering Education, 2006 Library Experience for Applied Engineering Technology StudentsAbstractThe full-time Applied Engineering Technology Program at Goodwin College of DrexelUniversity was launched two years ago. This program clearly distinguishes itself fromtraditional engineering programs. The curriculum places emphasis on the application oftheory rather than on derivations and proofs. The majority of courses are fully integratedwith training and laboratory experience, extensive use of software and industrial casestudies. The information literacy of students plays an important role in the educationprocess. The primary goal of an academic library is to support the curriculum and providea more

Conference Session

Interdisciplinary Design Projects in ET

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mindy Breen, Eastern Washington University; Jason Durfee, Eastern Washington University

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Engineering Technology

the experience and also creates an enhanced learning environment for thestudents. This mix of B.A. and B.S. degree seeking students allows us to create a cross-disciplinary, student centered approach to the capstone course.Capstone detailsThe Engineering & Design department currently offers eight undergraduate degrees. Thesediverse degrees include Bachelor of Science degrees in Mechanical Engineering Technology,Manufacturing Technology, Construction Technology, Design Technology, ComputerEngineering Technology, Electronics Technology, and Electrical Engineering and a Bachelor ofArts in Visual Communication Design. The department’s capstone curriculum involves valuableinteraction across disciplines but does not attempt to integrate very

Conference Session

ChE: Innovation in Existing Courses

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Barry Barkel, University of Michigan; Peter Woolf, University of Michigan

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Chemical Engineering

-ended content earlier inthe curriculum to remove this distraction from learning at the senior level.Finding an appropriate textbook is also an outstanding challenge for this course. Sometexts such as those by Bequette[3], Stephanopoulos[8], Marlin[9], and Riggs[10] coverportions of the material, but tend to emphasize mathematical techniques more heavilythan control strategies for process systems.Currently the background material for lectures and the course readings are drawn from alarge number of sources listed in detail in Table 2. In general, background material isdistributed to the class or posted on the class website. Suggested reference readings arealso listed for students looking for additional information. However, for many studentsthe

Conference Session

Teaching Strategies in Graphics

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yi-hsiang Chang, Purdue University; Craig Miller, Purdue University

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Engineering Design Graphics

could dramatically change aesthetic features, we believethat ergonomic properties can be achieved by an average engineer with proper training. Althoughsome engineering disciplines such as Industrial Engineering have incorporated ergonomics intotheir curriculum, as a standalone subject, it is not easy to address related principles in this subjectin regular product design courses without a specific effort.In today’s market place, the strategies that manufactures use to differentiate their products andchanges made in new product design also has to address the ergonomic concerns. First, as theincreasing complexity of new products brings better functionality, it also introduces more chancesof human mistakes. An ergonomics-sensitive product design

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Innovation in Teaching Engineering Economics

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Karen Bursic, University of Pittsburgh

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Engineering Economy

, we would like to be ableto require a separate course that directly addresses contemporary problem-solving in a globalsociety. Many of the University’s programs have offerings that might be suitable. However,while the undergraduate faculty is considering this option, with an already cramped curriculum itis a difficult decision. In addition, presenting students with contemporary engineering problemsthat require students to put them in a global, economic, environmental, and/or societal contextmay prove to be a better approach. In this manner students are able to clearly see the relevanceof these issues to their own field of interest. This problem-based learning approach can also beused to address the department’s goal of an integrated

Conference Session

Teaching Strategies in Graphics

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lisa Kilmer, Purdue University College of Technology at Kokomo

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Engineering Design Graphics

-driven submission to utilize their engineering graphic design skills.Andrew Davidson, the graduate student who entered the competition on his own, was inspired bythe concept that a person’s interaction with technology ultimately leads to its success or failure.He took everyday moments where he asked “Wouldn’t it be nice if my (insert device) could dothis?” He then took those ideas a step further by integrating everything into one unified system.Davidson created a textual-video demonstrating this system in order to guide viewers withsounds and words while leaving imagery to the individual. This provided an opening into whicha person’s imagination could continue to explore the area and ultimately lead them to open theirminds to the possibilities

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New trends in ECE education

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Douglas Jacobson, Iowa State University; Thomas Daniels, Iowa State University

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Electrical and Computer

departments. We have offered the workshop four times to a total over 60 faculty membersfrom around the United States. This paper will describe the workshop, the intended outcomes,feedback from the faculty involved, the curriculum, and future plans. We will also discuss issuesrelated to recruiting faculty, integration of faculty with different backgrounds, and ongoingfaculty support.IntroductionThe growing need for information security professionals is well documented. Few universitiesoffer a comprehensive program in information assurance and security. The end result is a severeshortage of graduates proficient in the technology and policy issues critical to the security of theinformation infrastructure. While several universities have started programs

Conference Session

Leadership and Administration in ET

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tim Brower, Oregon Institute of Technology

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Engineering Technology

are measured by their worth to industry upon graduation. In graduate education, a student’s worth many times is based on their potential to help faculty sustain research dollars. Engineering-only institutions are more likely to be in search of research dollars. Institutions dependent on research dollars for their existence must reward these faculty, thus creating an atmosphere where a Ph.D. is a requirement for tenure and promotion. This arrangement is not conducive to faculty collaboration between engineering and ET programs.• A seamless transition for students to go from ET to engineering and back again is promoted when the ET program requires differential and integral calculus in their curriculum.• With the change in the ABET

Conference Session

Industrial Collaboration & Applications in ET

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William Loendorf, Eastern Washington University; Donald Richter, Eastern Washington University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

new model simulates and requiresthat faculty members become intimately involved as an integral part of the development of Page 11.1420.9synergistic partnerships. These were established among fellow Department members, membersof other departments, local industry, professional societies, charitable foundations, and variousgovernment agencies at all levels. This has resulted in substantial benefits for the engineeringprograms far beyond that from the initial funding campaign.A standing committee (TINE) has also been established at the college level to continue thesearch for ways to fund new initiatives. The committee has as its member’s

Conference Session

Innovation in Teaching Engineering Economics

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joseph Hartman, Lehigh University

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Engineering Economy

, these would be integrated into theanalysis, but should be noted at a minimum.In addition to the analysis (or analyses), the student must put together a coherent argument. Thisincludes listing assumptions with justification and tying arguments together. Of course, it mustbe understood that this is a timed exam and the business case may be a bit incomplete.While the above describes an “ideal” solution, it does not overcome the fact that grading theseexams requires judgment and time on the part of an instructor. Grading the exam is similar to Page 11.1247.5grading a project in that rankings are relative. However, the above provides a roadmap

Conference Session

What's New in Dynamics?

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Richard Scott, University of Michigan; Arnaldo Mazzei, Kettering University

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Mechanical Engineering

important dynamical phenomena. The examples presented were: (i) a comparison betweensome non-linear systems and their linearized counterparts; (ii) an exploration of the effect oftime-dependent frequency on resonances; (iii) an illustration of the existence of multipleequilibrium states and their stability.References[1] www.maplesoft.com[2] A. Mazzei, "Integrating simulation software into an undergraduate dynamics course: a web-based approach," Proceedings of the 2003 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition, Nashville - TN, 2003.[3] P. Gharghouri, "Integrating a computer algebra software into engineering curriculum: problem and benefits," Proceedings of the 1998 American Society for

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Innovative Teaching Techniques in Mechanics

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shanzhong (Shawn) Duan, South Dakota State University

Tagged Divisions

Mechanics

equations of motion and constraint equations but without proper use of commercial virtual prototyping computer software.(3) Introducing both multibody dynamics theory and computer software functions in an integrated way.Each way has its strengths and weaknesses. The following table shows a brief comparison: Table 1: A Brief Comparison of Three Different Ways to Organize AMD Emphasis on course Level of course Time % of use of Difficulty of contents constraint software course Software- Workshop to train High High Low orientated software user Theory- Ph.D. level graduate Low Low

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Innovative Teaching Techniques in Mechanics

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Louis Everett, University of Texas-El Paso; Arunkumar Pennathur; Elsa Villa, University of Texas-El Paso

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Mechanics

engineering curriculum byall UTEP engineering departments, except Electrical and Computer Engineering/Science, itimpacts the majority of the undergraduate engineering students. The average pass rate of studentsin Dynamics since fall 2000 is 55.3%. Of course, many of the unsuccessful students repeat andpass; but an initial failure certainly slows their progress to graduation. The interventionsdescribed in this paper attempt to increase the number of graduates by helping more studentslearn the concepts in Dynamics so they become successful the first time they take the course. This paper describes an experiment using RWST in a classroom environment. It is expectedthat a properly designed curriculum using RWST will increase graduation rates with

Conference Session

ChE: Poster Session

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Keith Lodge, University of Minnesota-Duluth

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Chemical Engineering

MathCad. b. to demonstrate how properties, such as offset in proportional-only control (P control) and the removal of offset with the inclusion of integral control (PI) control, carry over to processes higher than first order. (With MathCad, I also demonstrate the solution of 3 simultaneous first-order differential equations as in the treatment of an actuator, process and sensor model applied to a CST thermal mixing tank –see example 3.1 of “Chemical Process Control”1.)4. Modeling of dynamical systems was restricted to lumped systems.5. The number of demonstrations that were held in the classroom was reduced; demonstrations are held at the start of a lab session

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New Topics in IE Education

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jamie Workman-Germann, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis; Heather Woodward-Hagg, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis

Tagged Divisions

Industrial Engineering

(case by case) and cannot be described as a process. With that being said, how can someonefrom outside the healthcare profession come in and make these dramatic improvements?It is often difficult for non-manufacturing individuals to grasp concepts and terminology relatedto processes (inputs, outputs, variables, etc). The key is finding a way to show people that whatthey are doing is a process and an integral part of a much larger process all together. And, by notbeing consistent in their tasks or protocols, they are actually introducing more variation into thesystem than needed. This variation is what the customers end up seeing and remembering and soapplying Lean Six Sigma methodologies is actually the best way to make dramaticimprovements

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Back to Basics in Mechanics

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas Malmgren, University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown

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Mechanics

-machinery) prior to teaching Mechanical Engineering Technology. Page 11.1338.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2006 THE “BACK TO THE FUTURE” EXPERIENCE OF GRAPHICAL ANALYSISAbstractGraphical analysis has always been an integral part of the medley of techniques to solveengineering problems. In the past, the accuracy of the graphical analysis solution was limited bythe precision of the instruments associated with producing it. Rudimentary tools such as pencils,scales, protractors, T-squares, planimeters, slide rules, etc., provided a solution within acceptablelimits of error. However, the

Conference Session

Capstone Design Projects in Mechanical Engineering

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Edwin Odom, University of Idaho; Russ Porter, University of Idaho; Steven Beyerlein, University of Idaho; Adrian Gomez, University of Idaho; Lloyd Gallup, University of Idaho

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Mechanical Engineering

effectively integrate technical principles with practical demonstrations ofskills in 2-3 minute video clips. Our experience is that engaging topics can be analytical,graphical, hands-on, or philosophical in nature. Because of their brevity, student teams canrapidly develop a story line, illustrate their concept in a story board, and receive feedback frompeers/instructors that allows them to collect and edit relevant footage in an afternoon. Resultsfrom different engineering cinematography teams are organized thematically and posted on theMindworks website.Students are introduced to individual videos in the Mindworks library through a 10-15 minutecycle of classroom viewing and critiquing. Considerable flexibility exists in classroom use ofthese videos

Conference Session

Building a Community in Materials

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kathleen Stair, Northwestern University; Jefferson Z. Liu, Northwestern University; Mark Asta, Northwestern University

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Materials

Science and Engineering, Northwestern University. He received his B.E. and M.E. in Engineering Mechanics from Tsinghua University, P.R. China. His research interests are in application of atomistic and first-principle methods for simulating thermodynamic, mechanical, and kinetic properties of complex multiphase bulk materials and nano-structures.Mark Asta, Northwestern University Prof. Asta received his Ph. D. degree in an interdisciplinary Materials Physics program from the University of California, Berkeley, in 1993, and subsequently joined Sandia National Laboratories at Livermore, CA. He joined the faculty of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Northwestern

Conference Session

What's New in Dynamics?

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Peter Avitabile, University of Massachusetts-Lowell; Jeffrey Hodgkins, University of Massachusetts-Lowell

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Mechanical Engineering

., “Modernization of a Mechanical Engineering Laboratory using Data Acquisition with LABVIEW”, ASEE 2003 Session 22663 McConnaughay,K., Welsford,I., Stabenau,E., “Inquiry, Investigation, and Integration in Undergraduate Science Curricula”, Council on Undergraduate Research Quartley, pp14-18, September 19994 Mantei,E.J., “Using Internet Class Notes and Power Point in the Physical Geology Lecture – Comparing the Success of Computer Technology with Traditional Teaching Techniques”, Journal of College Science teaching, pp301-305, April 20005 Regan,M., Sheppard,S., “Interactive Multimedia Courseware and Hands-On Learning Experience: An Assessment Study”, Journal of Engineering Education, pp123-131, Apr 19966 Riggs,B., Poli,C., Woolf,B

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Introducing Active Learning into ME Courses

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gul Kremer, Pennsylvania State University; Madara Ogot, Pennsylvania State University

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Mechanical Engineering

, no. 4, pp. 248-261, 1997. 77. Wood, K., Jensen, D., Bezdek, J. and Otto, K., “Reverese Engineering and Redesign: Courses to Incrementally and Systematically Teach Design”, Journal of Engineering Education, pp. 363-374, July 2001.8. Sheppard, S.D., “Mechanical Dissection: An Experience in How Things Work”, Engineering Foundation Conference on Engineering Education: Curriculum Innovation and Integration, Santa Barbara, CA, Jan. 6-10, 1992.9. Sheppard, S., “Dissection as a Learning Tool”, Proceedings, IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference, 1992.10. Lamancusa, J., Torres, M., Kumar, V., and Jorgensen, J., “Learning Engineering

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2006 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

Authors

Justin Highley

assessment, which will be used to adjustthe course as necessary to ensure the students receive the best instruction possible. The development of ME311 and ME312 is making an impact beyond the integration ofME301: Thermodynamics and ME362: Fluid Mechanics, and the final result is still beinguncovered. The increase in efficiency and the corresponding ability to include more topics in thecurriculum has impacted other courses in CME. For example, exergy and combustion reactions,topics not seen in either ME301 or ME362, are normally taught in ME472: Energy ConversionSystems, an advanced elective. The addition of these topics to ME312 gives the ME472 coursedirector additional leeway to adjust his/her curriculum. Likewise, students focusing

Conference Session

Emerging Trends in Engineering Education Poster Session

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Leo McAfee, University of Michigan; Khalil Najafi, University of Michigan; Yogesh Gianchandani, University of Michigan; Kensall D. Wise, University of Michigan; Michel M. Maharbiz, University of Michigan; Dean Aslam, Michigan State University; Paul Bergstrom, Michigan Technological University; Craig Friedrich, Michigan Technological University

Page 11.923.8 (EECS 514): Inductor, Microfluidic, and Integrated Sensors DevicesAdvanced Integrated Microsystems (EECS 515)EECS 515 is an Advanced Integrated Microsystems course, building upon the MEMS topics andmicrosystems introduction presented in EECS 414. Prerequisites for this course include theequivalent of EECS 414 or EECS 514, and graduate standing. The students are also expected tohave a working knowledge of basic analog circuits. It is desired that students would havecompleted EECS 425, but not required. EECS 515 is the third in the 414, 514, 515 trio ofcourses that was developed as part of the MEMS/Microsystems core curriculum (with topicsidentified in Figure 2). As such, it is directed primarily at graduate students and

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Emerging Trends in Engineering Education Poster Session

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Paul Rodriguez, Cedaredge Middle School; Catherine Skokan, Colorado School of Mines

2006-992: ASSESSMENT OF A COORDINATED EFFORT TO INCREASESTUDENT LEARNING IN MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE THROUGHENGINEERING EXAMPLESCatherine Skokan, Colorado School of MinesPaul Rodriguez, Cedaredge Middle School Paul Rodriguez is currently an assistant principal at Cedaredge Middle School on the rural Western Slope of Colorado. Before becoming an administrator, he was a science teacher and responsible for introducing an engineering class into the middle school curriculum. Page 11.250.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2006 Assessment of a Coordinated Effort to Increase

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Collaborative & New Efforts in Engineering Education

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Samuel Scheibler, Milwaukee School of Engineering; Stephen Williams, Milwaukee School of Engineering; Joerg Mossbrucker, Milwaukee School of Engineering; Glenn Wrate, Milwaukee School of Engineering; Owe Petersen, Milwaukee School of Engineering

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International

, Ulla, Integration of Psychology, Economics and Information Technology in anEngineering Curriculum, Computer Science Education; August 1999, p. 162,34 Morel, Laure, Guidat, Claudine, Innovation in Engineering Education: a French Sample of Design and ContinuousUpdating of an Engineering School to Industrial Needs, International Journal of Technology Management, 2005,pp. 57-72.35 Hyde, R. A., Karney, B. W., Thinking Like a Fish: Curriculum Enhancements for Increased EnvironmentalLearning in Hydraulics, Journal of Hydraulic Engineering, November 1999, pp.11-14,36 Pigozzi, Mary Joy, A UNESCO View of Global Citizenship Education, Educational Review, February, 2006, pp.1-437 Bollag, Burton, Panel Supports Grants for Study Abroad,. Chronicle of

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Emerging Trends in Engineering Education Poster Session

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James Conrad, University of North Carolina-Charlotte

with this approach. Some disadvantages are that this course wouldonly offer about 45 hours of lecture/class interaction (probably too little to be fully effective),would have to spend time to address core skills like report writing and communications, andwould typically be taken by underclassmen due to curriculum constraints. All of thesedisadvantages point to a class that, while providing a student with a good foundation for PMconcepts, might be too general and early for students to really appreciate the value of PM in theworkplace.A second solution is for a department or engineering college to integrate PM concepts into theircurriculum, not as an individual course, but as many components that appear in many courses.This is a much more easily