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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Douglas H. Timmer, University of Texas, Pan American; Miguel Gonzalez, University of Texas, Pan American; Connie M. Borror, Arizona State University West

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and maintaining a strong reputation of excellence. He has developed a strong track record of teaching effectiveness based on consistently good teaching evaluations, and he has won some departmental awards in this area. Dr. Gonzalez and colleagues from UTPA and Michigan State University were awarded Honorable Mention in the American Society of Mechanical Engineers 2004 Curriculum Innovation Award competition. Furthermore, his service as an Associate Editor for The IEEE Transactions on Education has provided him with a means of enhancing and maintaining his knowledge on the issues affecting engineering education. In the area of professional achievement, he has been able to obtain over Four Million Dollars in funding

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2011 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

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Pooyan Asadollahi; Ahmet Zeytinci

andprescriptive guidelines. Updating some of these codes has included developing a methodologyfor an integrated quantitative risk analysis. Initially, the main objective is to establish a risk-based decision tool, which specifies important safety requirements of road tunnels (e.g.ventilation systems). Although insightful studies have been performed which analyze theforemost discussion of tunnel specific risks (fires in tunnels), the analysis methods are not verywell developed yet. In addition, risk analyses of other events remain almost intact.SummaryIt is believed that to improve living conditions and minimize environmental impacts,infrastructures can be placed under the ground. In addition, our investigation reveals that currentstatus of tunneling

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Communication: From Pecha Kucha to Bullets

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kenneth R. Leitch, West Texas A&M University; Rhonda B Dittfurth, West Texas A&M University; Freddie J Davis P.E., West Texas A&M University

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society

Education, Honolulu, HI.5. Eichhorn K. et al. (2010). “Infusing Communication Skills in an Engineering Curriculum.” Proceedings of the 2010 Annual Conference of the American Society for Engineering Education, Louisville, KY.6. Jernquist, et al. (2007). “Developing an Engineering Writing Handbook – A Case Study.” Proceedings of the 2007 Annual Conference of the American Society for Engineering Education, Honolulu, HI.7. Heibling, J. et al. (2005). “Collaborative Development of an Engineering Style Manual.” Proceedings of the 2005 Annual Conference of the American Society for Engineering Education, Portland, OR.8. Adam, D. and Manion, W. (2005). “When Less is More: Integrating Technical Writing Instruction in a Large

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2011 Fall ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

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Jessica L. Buck; Bertiel Harris; Elizabeth Y. McInnis

is a teaching and learning methodology that connects curriculum withidentified community issues and needs. Service learning engages projects that serve thecommunity and build their social and academic capacities. Service learning was based offthe views of John Dewey, a philosopher and educator who advanced the concept that activestudent involvement in learning, insisted that this is an essential element in effectiveeducation. He viewed the community as an integral component of educational experiencesfor both enhancing a student’s education and for developing future societies. The need forengaged learning and an implementation of technology will further develop training forstudents in technological discipline, and will fulfill a societal

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Sustainability and Humanitarian Engineering

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ryan C. Campbell, University of Washington; Denise Wilson, University of Washington

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Engineering Ethics

mainstream engineering education andthus even helps to shape the meaning of ABET F. This neglected dimension is care—an active,interpersonal compassion, empathy, or concern for the wellbeing of others—which we argue isnot simply a nice thing for engineers to do in some cases, but, when properly invoked, makes arich, meaningful, and needed contribution to the engineering education endeavor. The paperconcludes with suggestions about how to integrate topics of humanitarian engineering, and thenatural context for care that it brings, into the engineering curriculum.What is Humanitarian Engineering?Humanitarian engineering (HE) can be defined as the application of engineering skills orservices for humanitarian aid purposes, such as disaster recovery or

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IE Technical Session I

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Elizabeth A. Cudney, Missouri University of Science & Technology; Steven Michael Corns, Missouri University of Science & Technology; Jennifer A. Farris, Texas Tech University; Stephen Gent, South Dakota State University; Scott E. Grasman, Rochester Institute of Technology (COE); Ivan G. Guardiola, Missouri University of Science & Technology

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Industrial Engineering

the ASEE and has earned several awards for excellence in teaching.Dr. Scott E. Grasman, Missouri University of Science & TechnologyDr. Ivan G. Guardiola, Missouri University of Science & Technology Page 22.628.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 Enhancing Undergraduate Engineering Education of Lean Methods using Simulation Learning Modules within a Virtual EnvironmentAbstractThis paper highlights the use of an integrated user-centered virtual learning environment throughextensible simulation learning modules that is

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Factors Affecting Student Performance

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Maddumage Karunaratne, University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown

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Engineering Technology

Hardware DescriptionLanguages (HDL) and automation based digital design flow to the particular curriculum. Thedemographics of the student population and their immediate careers suggest that most graduates donot pursue graduate studies in computer engineering, nor do they seek employment related to designand manufacture of Integrated Circuit components. However, there have been a few select studentsin recent years who gained employment in areas specialized in development of digital systemsoverlapping into programmable logic devices. The limited skill set instilled upon them was adequatefor them to further their expertise confidently.The primary objective of EET program at this institution has been to provide a broad skill set tograduates to work in

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Poster Sessions for Unit Operations Lab Bazaar and Tenure-Track Faculty

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Donald P. Visco, Tennessee Technological University; Jason M. Keith, Michigan Technological University; Jeffrey A. Nason, Oregon State University; Roger C. Lo, Department of Chemical Engineering, California State University, Long Beach; James P. Abulencia, Manhattan College; Sergio Mendez, California State University, Long Beach

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Chemical Engineering

-throughput chemical/biologicalassays.Teaching / Education InterestsIn addition to microfluidics research, we are also interested in the aspect of microfluidicseducation, especially when we notice that from the microfluidics technology industry (especiallyin California) there is a need for chemical engineers with related skills, such as microfluidic chipdesign, microfabrication, optical imaging, and programming languages for instrument controland data analysis. However, our current curriculum at CSULB does not provide our studentstraining for these skills as an integrated module. To address this, we initiated a coursedevelopment project for two new elective courses, Introduction to Microfabrication andmicrofluidics Technology and Microfluidics

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Engaging Families and Exciting Girls with Engineering

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ming-Chien Hsu, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Monica E. Cardella, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Senay Purzer, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

field in college.I think learning engineering in theK-12 curriculum would add an extra .714 2.45 1.042burden to my children’s learning.a Values reported in mean are based on a 5-point scale (5: strongly agree; 4: agree; 3: neutral; 2:disagree; 1: strongly disagree)b Standard deviationII. Between group comparisonsAfter the factor analysis, we examined differences in parents’ perceptions of and familiaritywith engineering depending on their demographic characteristics. If a variable, such asgender, had two levels, we used independent-samples t-test with a significance level of 0.05to compare two groups. Otherwise, if a variable had more than three levels, we used one-wayANOVA

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Students' Abilities and Attitudes

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kristi J Shryock, Texas A&M University; arun r srinivasa, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Texas A&M University; Jefferey E. Froyd, Texas A&M University

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Mathematics

their undergraduate engineering curricula, and extensively shared their results with the engineering education community. He co-created the Integrated, First-Year Curriculum in Science, Engineering and Mathematics at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, which was recognized in 1997 with a Hesburgh Award Certificate of Excellence. He has authored or co-authored over 70 papers on engineering education in areas ranging from curricular change to faculty development. He is collaborating on NSF-supported projects for (i) renewal of the mechanics of materials course, (ii) improving preparation of students for Calculus I, (iii) systemic application of concept inventories. He is currently an ABET Program Evaluator and a

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Teaching Dynamics

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kristi J. Shryock, Texas A&M University; Arun R. Srinivasa, Texas A&M University, Department of Mechanical Engineering; Jefferey E. Froyd, Texas A&M University

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Mechanics

engineering education community. He co-created the Integrated, First-Year Curriculum in Science, Engineering and Mathematics at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, which was recognized in 1997 with a Hesburgh Award Certificate of Excellence. He has authored or co-authored over 70 papers on engineering education in areas ranging from curricular change to faculty development. He is collaborating on NSF-supported projects for (i) renewal of the mechanics of materials course, (ii) improving preparation of students for Calculus I, (iii) systemic application of concept inventories. He is currently an ABET Program Evaluator and a Senior Associate Editor for the Journal on Engineering Education

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Andy S. Zhang, New York City College of Technology; Iem Heng, New York City College of Technology; Sidi Berri, New York City College of Technology; Farrukh Zia, New York City College of Technology

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, and programming mechatronic products. It emphasizes creative thinking, innovation, problem solving, and hands-on teamwork.2) FIRST Robot Kits represent the latest robotic technology used in the industry. In the FRC division, the National Instrument’s state of the art CompactRIO (cRIO) programmable automation controller is used as the robot controller17. The cRIO features an embedded real- time processor for reliable stand-alone or distributed operation and is embedded with a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) chip to provide the flexibility, performance, and reliability for custom hardware integration. This will enable us to create projects that touch all aspects of mechatronic design and applications. The FTC Kit which is

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Engineering Technology Futuristic Planning

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alok K. Verma, Old Dominion University

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Engineering Technology

. Page 22.265.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 ATTRACTING K-12 STUDENTS TOWARDS ENGINEERING DISCIPLINES WITH PROJECT BASED LEARNING MODULESAbstract Low enrollment and high attrition rates in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math(STEM) based degree programs have created a workforce problem in industries like shipbuildingand repair which are important for national security. Part of this problem can be attributed topedagogical issues like lack of engaging hands-on activities utilized for science and matheducation in middle and high schools. Lack of student interest in technical careers can also beattributed to lack of an integrated approach in

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ying Tang, Rowan University; Sachin Shetty, Tennessee State University; Xiufang Chen, Rowan University

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various conferences, international journal articles, book chapters in research and pedagogical techniques.Xiufang Chen, Rowan University Xiufang Chen, PhD, is currently an Assistant Professor of Reading in the College of Education at Rowan University in Glassboro, New Jersey. Her current research interests include integration of technology and literacy instruction, socialcultural dimensions of literacy and learning, English language learners and struggling readers. She has numerous publications and conference presentations in the field of literacy education. Page 22.940.1 c

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Special Session: Discovering implications of the Academic Pathways Study for YOUR Campus

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cynthia J. Atman, University of Washington; Sheri Sheppard, P.E., Stanford University; Samantha Brunhaver, Stanford University; Debbie Chachra, Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering; Helen L. Chen, Stanford University; Shannon Katherine Gilmartin, Stanford University; Deborah Kilgore, University of Washington; Micah Lande, Stanford University; Gary Lichtenstein, Quality Evaluation Designs; Dennis Lund, University of Washington; Karl A. Smith, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Jennifer A. Turns, University of Washington; Ken Yasuhara, University of Washington

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Educational Research and Methods

about a student’s engineering identity as an element of student development in theundergraduate years?Learning Environment: How would you characterize the learning environment on your campus?Is there an atmosphere of students in competition with each other? Do students feel overloadedby a demanding curriculum? Do all students feel that your institution would like them tosucceed? Do your students develop confidence in their abilities as engineers? Are your studentsexcited when they graduate, or do they seem to be just sticking it out to the end?Example #2: Learning about Engineering over Four Years13, 18, 19, 20 - Engineering students’ knowledge does grow over the four years, but many seniors did not report gaining knowledge of

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shawn Wagoner, Binghamton University; David Klotzkin, Binghamton University; E. White, Jr., Binghamton University

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NSF Grantees

Foundation under grant number DUE-0942672.References[1] Lin, L, “Curriculum Development in Microelectromechanical Systems in Mechanical Engineering”, IEEE Transactions on Education, v. 44, February 2001, pp. 61-66.[2] Parent, D., Basham, E., Dessouky, Y., Gleixner S.,Young, G. Allen , E., “Improvements to a microelectronic design and fabrication course”, IEEE Transactions On Education, v. 48, Aug. 2005, pp.: 497-502.[3] Kim, C., Watkins, S.“Work in Progress - Balancing Prescribed and Project-Based Experiences in Microfabrication Laboratories” 38th ASEE/IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference, October 22 – 25, 2008, Saratoga Springs, NY[4] Zhang, X., Fisher, T., Shin, Y., Hirleman, E., Pfefferkorn, P, “ Integration of microscale

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Introducing Sustainability into Engineering Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jonathan Wiggins, University of Colorado, Boulder; Mary E. McCormick, Tufts University; Angela R. Bielefeldt, University of Colorado, Boulder; Christopher W. Swan, Tufts University; Kurt Paterson, Michigan Technological University

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Environmental Engineering

government has made a push for measurable curriculum outcomes of sustainability ineducation and higher education; however, their measurement metrics are not readily available16.Learning outcomes were assessed in an “Introduction to Sustainability Class” at the Universityof Prince Edward Island. Students’ learning outcomes of sustainability were assessed based on Page 22.1345.4an “extensive project and course evaluation at the end of the class” with details not provided asto the exact nature of the evaluation17. At a university in Hong Kong sustainability themes havebeen integrated into the civil engineering curriculum, with the sustainability

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Globalizing Engineering Education II: Best Practices

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Aurenice Menezes Oliveira, Michigan Technological University; Ivan T Lima Jr., Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, North Dakota State University

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ASEE Global Programs

graduates will be integrally involved with theglobalization of engineering during their course of their careers by working in multinationalcompanies, often having foreign-born coworkers, working with international suppliers, providingservices to international product markets, or developing products that have an internationalmarket13. Page 22.1507.2This changing nature of the world economy makes it essential to provide our students with thecross-cultural tools to become successful professionals in the global workplace; the need toprepare students to contribute to the global workplace is unquestionable. In this context, the newprofile of an engineer

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2011 Fall ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

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Ravi Shankar; Don Ploger; Oren Masory; Francis X McAfee

these robots in an indoor arena. Thirty high school students are expected to take anintroductory engineering course next summer when they will use these robots and learn to play andmodify these games. Such a game integrates well the concepts of peer-to-peer cooperation, coordination,and communication, despite varied behaviors of robots, to achieve an overarching goal. We eventuallyhope to make these robotic kits low cost, modular, and incrementally acquirable, to enhance their 584affordability by high schools. We will utilize open source software and hardware to achieve this1. Notethat Lego sells a robotic chess system for $30,000, typically out of reach for high schools.The robots will use low

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Multidisciplinary Technical Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lisa R. Lattuca, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Lois Calian Trautvetter, Northwestern University; Sarah L. Codd, Montana State University; David B. Knight, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Carla M. Cortes, Northwestern University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

help solve engineering problems. Applying knowledge from other fields to solve an engineering problem. Understanding how an engineering solution can shape and be shaped by environmental, social, cultural, political, legal, economic, and other considerations. Making explicit connections to knowledge and skills from other fields. Integrating knowledge from engineering and other fields to solve engineering problems. Faculty and Program Chairs – Design Skills (alpha=.85 and alpha=.78, respectively) Faculty: In this course, how much do you emphasizeA: Program Chairs: How much does your program curriculum emphasizeA: Generating and evaluating a variety of ideas about how to solve a

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Two Year-to-Four Year Transfer Topics Part II

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kevin Lemoine, Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board; James K. Nelson, University of Texas, Tyler; Lynn L. Peterson, University of Texas, Arlington; James Sells, San Jacinto College, Central Campus; Mary Eileen Smith, Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

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Two Year College Division

analyze student success, so weaknesses or problems in specific courses can beidentified and addressed throughout the curriculum. Further, an assessment can be made to gaugehow well the high schools are preparing students, how well the prerequisites are preparingstudents, and how well the community colleges are preparing students for junior- andsenior-level work, and appropriate corrective action can be taken.Introduction to Engineering CourseThe IssueThe course typically entitled ―Introduction to Engineering‖ appears to be a major stumblingblock in the development of a coherent statewide transfer and articulation agreement betweentwo-year and four-year institutions for mechanical engineering or, for that matter, anyengineering discipline. This

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Students' Abilities and Attitudes

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kendrick T. Aung, Lamar University

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Mathematics

week) Analytical and numerical solutions of partial differential equations (4 weeks) Vector calculus and Vector Integral Theorems (3 weeks) Statistics and Probability (4 weeks) Introduction to optimization (1 week)The rationale for choosing these topics is discussed here. The first two topics arediscussed in the course because they are prerequisite to the major topic of the course,partial differential equations. However, their coverage is limited to four lecture sessionsas it is intended to be an overview rather than an in-depth discussion of the differentialequations (DEs). Laplace Transform method of solving DEs is not covered as it iscovered in details in the other core course, Control of Mechanical Systems. Fourier

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Learning From Experts

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alejandra J. Magana, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Ruth A. Streveler, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Natalie Barrett, Purdue University

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Educational Research and Methods

from Georgia Institute of Technology, and a MBA from Indiana University. She has taught at Wentworth Insti- tute of Technology as an Adjunct Professor for College Physics I. She has also worked in industry at Pratt & Whitney for several years and served in roles such as Integrated Product Team Leader and Affordability and Risk Manager for the F135 Engine Program. Page 22.1038.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 Making Sense of Nanoscale Phenomena: A Proposed Model of Knowledge and ThinkingAbstractNew curricula are needed to meet the

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Information Literacy: Theory and Practice

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jay J. Bhatt, Drexel University; Larry Milliken, Drexel University; Lloyd Ackert, Drexel University; Eleanor J. Goldberg, Drexel University Library

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Engineering Libraries

not properly cite sources from handbooks and webresources. Google still appeared to be the preferred choice to find scholarly papers even thoughlibrary instruction clearly demonstrated the importance of library-subscribed electronicresources.The engineering librarian has observed that many students in their middle college years contacthim for more research help, and sometimes these students are asking basic questions, so it isclear that students would benefit from more library instruction geared towards this specificgroup. As Nerz and Weiner have described, an approach to integrating information literacyinstruction into the engineering curriculum across each year of the undergraduate program can bean effective way to meet this need (2001)3

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Multidisciplinary Technical Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Brittany Lynn Luken, Georgia Institute of Technology; Susan L. Hotle, Georgia Institute of Technology; Meltem Alemdar, Georgia Institute of Technology; Laurie Anne Garrow, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

skills.The feedback in the surveys showed that students enjoyed working collaboratively and makingcomplex decisions in which they realized that they needed to consider a range of complexfactors. They also indicated that more time was needed to complete and understand thesimulation procedure. Lastly, when students were asked if this simulation study increased theirinterest in this kind of work, 4 of 9 students answered affirmatively.ConclusionsThe curriculum developed was well received across high school, undergraduate, and graduatestudents studying or interested in transportation engineering. It provided a unique perspective onhow difficult operating an airline can be, and fostered communication about the interactionbetween the transportation

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Daniel W. Walsh, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Lanny Griffin, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Robert S. Crockett, California Polytechnic State University

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Graduate Studies

Engineering, and MaterialsEngineering students to progress toward the terminal applied MS in Engineering degreeappropriate to their interests, or in existing specializations in Biochemical Engineering,Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Integrated Technology Management, while stillundergraduates.This paper summarizes the results of an early assessment of the attainment of several educationalobjectives by the MS graduates of the Biomedical and General Engineering Department. Theassessment is evolving and is focused on a determination of the professional progress of thesegraduates. Data indicates that the program has provided benefit for its participants, and remainsstrongly supported by students, faculty and industry.IntroductionThe Masters of

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2011 Fall ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

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Fani Zlatarova; Pavel Azalov

background in SE would be important for engineeringstudents.3. The Role of the Systems Analysis and Design in Engineering ProjectsEngineering activities rely heavily on implementing a variety of software systems which representspecialized ISs involving a high degree of integration, i.e. the output from an IS is accepted as the inputby another IS. ISs combine IT, people, and data to support application requirements. In particular,Engineering represents a major application area. An IS could be graphically drawn as it is shown in Fig.2. Figure 2. Components of an information systemThis simplified model suggests to a high extent why ISs are so important for engineers. In most of thecases, they use ISs to collect and store

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nathan W. Klingbeil, Wright State University; Scott Molitor, University of Toledo; Brian W. Randolph, University of Toledo; Shane A. Brown, Washington State University; Robert G. Olsen, Washington State University; C. Richard Cassady, University of Arkansas

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NSF Grantees

involves three primarycomponents:1) The development of EGR 101 "Introductory Mathematics for Engineering Applications," a novel freshman-level engineering mathematics course.2) A large-scale restructuring of the early engineering curriculum, where students can advance in the program without first completing the traditional freshman calculus sequence.3) A more just-in-time structuring of the required math sequence.The Wright State model begins with the development of EGR 101, a novel freshman engineeringmathematics course. Taught by engineering faculty, the EGR 101 course includes lecture,laboratory and recitation components. Using an application-oriented, hands-on approach, EGR101 addresses only the salient math topics actually used in the

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SPECIAL SESSION: Interdisciplinary Course Design Opportunities for Chemical Engineers

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Baba Abdul, Washington State University; Edgar A. O'Rear, University of Oklahoma; Gary Robert Brown, Washington State University, Office of Assessment and Innovation; Ashley Ater Kranov, Washington State University; Bernard J. Van Wie, Washington State University; Paul B. Golter, Washington State University; David B. Thiessen, Washington State University

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Chemical Engineering

exposed misconceptions and an observed phenomenon which the student cannot explainis needed, 2) slower students may need more exposure to the material to enable them participatebetter in the main class. 3) students who feel they have no prior knowledge of the material andneed to come up to speed before class starts will benefit in no small measure, and 4) studentswho are high achievers may feel the need to confirm their knowledge and also learn a few moreconcepts or skills. Whatever the motive of the participating students, the major objective of aprequel is to cognitively and affectively prime the student for higher (Bloom’s taxonomy [8])and more in-depth learning.From the curriculum enhancement perspective, the authors believe that augmentation

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Professional Graduate Education and Industry

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Stephen J. Tricamo, New Jersey Institute of Technology

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College Industry Partnerships, Graduate Studies

(PSM) after which this program is modeled. For thepast ten years the PSM program has been growing in popularity in US schools of engineering. Itis designed for students who do not wish to continue on to a doctorate leading to an academiccareer but rather to enter the workforce with a master’s degree, a degree now viewed by many ashaving displaced the baccalaureate as the terminal engineering degree. These programs put moreemphasis on applied skills as opposed to those more theoretical in nature. The paper concludeswith a detailed description of the NJIT proposed curriculum and the assessment process used toevaluate defined outcomes.1. Introduction Research engineering universities frequently emphasize long-term research as the processby