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2020 Northeast Section Meeting

Authors

Rajarajan Subramanian

Development of Laboratory Component for Advanced Construction Materials course Rajarajan Subramanian Pennsylvania State University at HarrisburgAbstractLaboratory component is a very important module of any materials course in Civil Engineeringcurriculum. Construction Materials include Portland Cement Concrete, Asphalt Cement Concrete, Metals,and Wood. At the junior class level, most of the Universities in the United States have a laboratorycomponent for Portland Cement Concrete. However, for the senior level advanced materials course, thereis no laboratory component included in the curriculum. The advanced

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2021 ASEE North Central Section Conference

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Steven T Rowland; Michael William Eckels; Ramakrishnan Sundaram, Gannon University

Paper ID #35009Laboratory Instruction and Delivery of a Pilot IoT CourseMr. Steven T RowlandMr. Michael William EckelsDr. Ramakrishnan Sundaram, Gannon University Dr. Sundaram is a Professor in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at Gannon Univer- sity. His areas of research include computational architectures for signal and image processing as well as novel methods to improve/enhance engineering education pedagogy. American c Society for Engineering Education, 2021 Work-in-Progress: Laboratory Instruction and Delivery of a Pilot

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Chemical Engineering Education

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Enrico Martinez; Shelby Mullen; Brent Rogers; Haley Worman

ChE laboratory THE DRYING OF APPLES IN A LABORATORY TRAY DRIERShelby Mullen, Brent Rogers, Haley Worman, and Enrico N. MartinezTPurdue University • West Lafayette, IN 47907 he Chemical Engineering Laboratory is a senior-level laboratory equipment and experiments designed for today’s course at Purdue University. Looking back, the need industrial reality. The Allan H. Fox Unit Operations Labora- for the laboratory first emerged in the summer of 1935 tory now provides an industrial setting for seniors in chemicalwhen a required set of two unit operations laboratory courses engineering to sharpen their skills and apply their theoreticalwas introduced by Prof

Conference Session

Electrical and Computer Division Technical Session 6

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gary H. Bernstein, University of Notre Dame; Kerry Meyers, University of Notre Dame

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Electrical and Computer

Paper ID #18035Assessment of an Introduction to Electrical Engineering Laboratory CourseDr. Gary H. Bernstein, University of Notre Dame Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Arizona State University, 1987. University of Notre Dame, 1988-present. Frank M. Freimann Professor of Electrical Engineering. Research in nanotechnology. Co-founded Indiana Integrated Circuits, LLC (www.indianaic.com).Dr. Kerry Meyers, University of Notre Dame Dr. Kerry Meyers holds a Ph.D. in Engineering Education (B.S. & M.S. Mechanical Engineering) and is specifically focused on programs that influence student’s experience, affect retention rates

Conference Session

Make It!

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sangarappillai Sivaloganathan, United Arab Emirates University; Rajesh Ganithi, The Petroleum Institute; Yusuf Khan Airani P.E., United Arab Emirates University

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Manufacturing

Paper ID #17762MAKER: Generations of NC Machining through Laboratory WorkDr. Sangarappillai Sivaloganathan, United Arab Emirates University Dr Sangarappillai Sivaloganathan – Siva is a Srilankan by birth and a citizen of the United Kingdom. His experience in Sri-lanka started with an year’s post-graduate apprenticeship in the manufacturing shops of the Government Railway and nine years in the Cement Industry. He graduated as a Mechanical Engineer from University of Srilanka, and obtained his Masters from the University of Aston and PhD from City University of London, both in the UK. He started his career in the UK as the

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2017 ASEE Mid Atlantic Section Spring Conference

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Abdullah Konak, Penn State Berks ; Anuvrat Sheoran, Pennsylvania State University - Berks Campus

2017 ASEE Mid Atlantic SectionSpring Conference: Morgan State University, Baltimore, Maryland Apr 7 Paper ID #20827A Lightweight Collaborative Virtual Computer Laboratory for Cybersecu-rity EducationDr. Abdullah Konak, Penn State Berks Abdullah Konak is a Professor of Information Sciences and Technology at the Pennsylvania State Uni- versity Berks. Dr. Konak received his degrees in Industrial Engineering, B.S. from Yildiz Technical Uni- versity, Turkey, M.S. from Bradley University, and Ph.D. from the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Konak’s current research interest is in the application of Operations Research techniques to

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2017 ASEE Mid Atlantic Section Spring Conference

Authors

Mohsen Mosleh, Howard University; Mark Clement Joseph Thom, Howard University

. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). He has extensively published in journals and conferences and produced patents. He is also the founder and director of the Surface Engineering and Nanofluids Laboratory (SENL) with the state-of-the-art nanofluid characterization and testing capabilities in the College of Engineering and Architecture.Mr. Mark Clement Joseph Thom, Howard University c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 Design-Build, Project-Based Learning in an Engineering Materials Laboratory Mohsen Mosleh and Mark Thom Department of Mechanical Engineering Howard University, Washington

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Mid Atlantic Papers

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2017 Mid-Atlantic Section Fall Conference

Authors

Mohsen Mosleh, Howard University; Khosro A. Shirvani, State University of New York, College of Technology at Farmingdale

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Mid-Atlantic Section Fall Conference

Nanofluids Laboratory (SENL) with the state-of-the-art nanofluid characterization and testing capabilities in the College of Engineering and Architecture.Dr. Khosro Shirvani c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 Design, Build, and Test Projects in an Engineering Materials Laboratory Mohsen Mosleh and Khosro A. Shirvani Department of Mechanical Engineering, Howard University, Washington, DC 20059AbstractA design, build, and test (DBT) approach for studying the mechanical behavior of materials in anengineering materials laboratory is shown to create a flexible learning environment which impartsthinking competencies. Traditionally, students have utilized

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2010 ERC

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Greg Cirincione

Collaborative Technology Alliances at the Army Research LaboratoryPartnering with the Private Sector Greg Cirincione The Army Research Laboratory 2010 ASEE Engineering Research Council Annual Conference March 15, 2010 U.S. Army Research LaboratoryMissionProvide innovative science, technology, and analysesto enable full spectrum operations.VisionAmerica’s Laboratory for the Army: Many Minds,Many Capabilities, Single Focus on the Soldier Acknowledged Scientific, Technical and Analytical Excellence Recognized bridge between the Nation’s Scientific and Technical Communities and the Army Leader in providing innovative solutions

Conference Session

Proven Strategies in Classroom Engagement Part II: Activities for Creative Pedagogy

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Zhaoshuo Jiang P.E., San Francisco State University; Alec William Maxwell, San Francisco State University

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Civil Engineering

Paper ID #15600Interactive Remote Shake Table Laboratory for Instruction in EarthquakeEngineeringDr. Zhaoshuo Jiang P.E., San Francisco State University Dr. Jiang graduated from the University of Connecticut with a Ph.D. degree in Civil Engineering. Before joining San Francisco State University as an assistant professor, he worked for Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) LLP. As a licensed professional engineer in the states of Connecticut and California, Dr. Jiang has been involved in the design of a variety of low-rise and high-rise projects. His current research interests mainly focus on Smart Structures Technology

Conference Session

M3A: Learning in Context 1

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2019 FYEE Conference

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Aysa Galbraith, University of Arkansas; Heath Aren Schluterman, University of Arkansas; Leslie Bartsch Massey, University of Arkansas; Brandon Crisel

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FYEE Conference - Paper Submission

Full Paper: Hands-On Laboratory Exercises for Engineering Applications of Mathematics CourseIn Fall 2007, the First-Year Engineering Program (FEP) was started with the intent of increasingstudent retention and success. One of the main hindrances to retention at a public universityengineering program with open enrollment is the unpreparedness of students for rigorouscurriculum requirements of the first year. In an effort to help first year engineering students whoare one or two semesters behind Calculus I, FEP offers Engineering Applications of Mathematics(E-Math) course, which was inspired by the Wright State model for Engineering MathematicsEducation [1]. E-Math aims to teach College Algebra

Conference Session

Make It!

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joseph Michael Derrick, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis; Michael Golub, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis; Vaibhav R. Shrivastav; Jing Zhang, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis

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Manufacturing

Paper ID #23953MAKER: Laboratory Improvements for Mechanical Engineering (Phase 2)Mr. Joseph Michael Derrick, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis I am a young professional engineer who has graduated from Purdue University in Indianapolis with a masters in Mechanical Engineering. It should also be noted that I also received my B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from there as well. My graduate studies was focused in thermal/fluid sciences and sys- tems/controls. Currently, my interests lie in aerospace applications with an emphasis in space propulsion and satellite design. Although my primary focus is with

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kent J. Crippen, University of Florida; Lorelie Imperial, University of Florida; Corey Payne, University of Florida; Chang-Yu Wu, University of Florida; Maria Korolev, University of Florida; Philip J. Brucat, University of Florida

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

Paper ID #23830Board 160: General Chemistry Laboratory as Situated Engineering DesignDr. Kent J. Crippen, University of Florida Kent Crippen is a Professor of STEM education in the School of Teaching and Learning at the University of Florida and a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. His research involves the design, development, and evaluation of STEM cyberlearning environments as well as K-12 teacher professional development.Lorelie Imperial, University of Florida School of Teaching and Learning, College of Education, University of FloridaMr. Corey Payne, University of FloridaDr

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Caitlin Donahue Wylie, University of Virginia; Michael E. Gorman, University of Virginia

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

Paper ID #22448Learning in Laboratories: How Undergraduates Participate in EngineeringResearchDr. Caitlin Donahue Wylie, University of Virginia Caitlin D. Wylie is an assistant professor of Science, Technology and Society in the University of Vir- ginia’s School of Engineering and Applied Science.Dr. Michael E. Gorman, University of Virginia c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018 Learning in Laboratories: How Undergraduates Participate in Engineering ResearchABSTRACT: Survey studies find benefits for undergraduate students who participate in scienceand

Conference Session

Civil Engineering Division Poster Session

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Matthew William Wooden, Purdue University Northwest; Jiliang Li P.E., Purdue University Northwest; Evan Laviolette, First Group Engineering, Inc.; Yun Liu, Purdue University Northwest

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Civil Engineering

Paper ID #24040Effective Stress and Upward Seepage Laboratory DemonstrationMr. Matthew William Wooden, Purdue University Northwest Matthew Wooden is an undergraduate student at Purdue University Northwest pursuing his Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a minor in applied mathematics. He has strong interests in geotechnical engineering, more specifically, soil mechanics and foundation engineering, as well as hydrology and hydraulics.Prof. Jiliang Li P.E., Purdue University Northwest Dr. Jiliang Li, D.Eng, Ph.D., P.E., M.ASCE, M.ASEE, is an Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering at Purdue University

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NSF Grantees’ Poster Session

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ning Gong, ECE Department of Temple University ; Brian P. Butz, Temple University; Saroj K Biswas, Temple University; Li Bai, Temple University; Daniel J Douglas, Temple University

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

Paper ID #11706Web-Based Scalable Intelligent Multimedia Virtual Laboratory for PowerEngineeringMr. Ning Gong, ECE Department of Temple University Ning Gong is currently a third year PhD student in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Temple Uni- versity. His research is focused on Computer Network and Control Theories. He is particularly interested in network topologies and resilience control applications. Before coming to Temple University, he grad- uated in Polytechnic Institute of New York University with his M.S degree. Currently he is a Graduate Research Assistant in the department. He can be contacted at

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies: Pedagogy of Lab-Oriented Courses

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nebojsa I Jaksic P.E., Colorado State University, Pueblo

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

Paper ID #11325What to do when 3D Printers go wrong: Laboratory ExperiencesDr. Nebojsa I Jaksic P.E., Colorado State University, Pueblo NEBOJSA I. JAKSIC holds the Dipl. Ing. degree in electrical engineering from Belgrade University, the M.S. in electrical engineering, the M.S. in industrial engineering, and the Ph.D. in industrial engineering from the Ohio State University. He is currently a Professor at Colorado State University-Pueblo. Dr. Jaksic served as the ASEE Rocky Mountain Section Chair (2007-2008), the ASEE DELOS Program Chair (2008), the ASEE DELOS Division Chair (2009), the ASEE Zone IV Conference Program

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2019 CIEC

Authors

Afshin Zahraee; Lakshman Mapa

Session ETD 345 Leveraging Industry Partnership for Experiential Learning and Laboratory Improvement Afshin Zahraee, Lakshman Mapa Purdue University NorthwestAbstractThe College of Technology (COT) at Purdue University Northwest (PNW) has developed andimplemented several methods to collaborate with small, medium, and large size regionalcompanies over the past few years. The faculty of the Engineering Technology department havetaken advantage of these collaborations which has resulted in improved and innovativelaboratory facilities and students’ experiential

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ian Papautsky, University of Cincinnati; Ali Asgar Bhagat, University of Cincinnati

and MEMS devices for chemical and biological assays. He was the teaching assistant for the Biochip Laboratory course discussed in this paper. Page 12.1112.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 NSF CCLI: A Problem-Based Microfluidics Laboratory Course for UndergraduatesAbstractIn the past decade, microfabrication (MEMS) and behavior of fluids on the microscale(microfluidics) have transformed many areas of engineering and applied sciences. Yet little hasbeen done to transfer the microfluidics research to the undergraduate curricula. To address thisneed, using support from a NSF CCLI award

Conference Session

Mobile Robotics in Education

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Parten, Texas Tech University; Michael Giesselmann, Texas Tech University

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Computers in Education

, students learn that their basic knowledge can be carried over to other devices andsystems. This paper describes a second semester sophomore laboratory project todesign and build an autonomous robot vehicle capable of navigating an outsidearea the size of a small parking lot by guidance from a GPS sensor. The roboticvehicles normally use the frame of remote controlled cars. The students aredivided into teams of 3 to 4 members. The teams compete at the end of thesemester. The winner is the vehicle and completes the parking lot drive in theshortest time.II. Project Laboratories The laboratory structure in the ECE department at Texas Tech University issomewhat different than most university laboratories.1-8 There are five, three hour

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alex Waskiewicz, University of Colorado at Boulder; Deniz Gurkan, University of Houston; Ideen Taeb, University of Colorado; Driss Benhaddou, University of Houston; Frank Barnes, University of Colorado; Alan Mickelson, University of Colorado at Boulder

to demonstrate the feasibility of creating modular, interactive,and inexpensive remote-controlled experimental test beds for use in laboratory-based courses. Byexamining all the facets of the process, it is our hope to provide a recipe for successfuldeployment of online courses with a basis, not in lecture material, but in real experimentation.We will discuss the benefits of distance learning, address concerns about its educational value,provide real solutions to common problems, and present assessment data that indicates wheremore work should be done to broaden the scope of this new educational technique.1.0 - Distance EducationLimitations on equipment access and funding reduce the availability of advanced technologies tocertain

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Undergraduate Spacecraft Design I

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas Liu, University of Michigan; Christopher Deline, University of Michigan; Rafael Ramos, University of Michigan; Steven Sandoval, University of Michigan; Ashley Smetana, University of Michigan; Yang Li, University of Michigan; Richard Redick, University of Michigan; Julie Bellerose, University of Michigan; Peter Washabaugh, University of Michigan; Bogdan Oaida, University of Michigan; Brian Gilchrist, University of Michigan; Nilton Renno, University of Michigan

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Aerospace

AC 2007-1409: CHALLENGES FACING THE STUDENT SPACE SYSTEMSFABRICATION LABORATORY AND LESSONS LEARNEDThomas Liu, University of Michigan Graduate Student, Aerospace Engineering, liutm@umich.eduChristopher Deline, University of Michigan Graduate Student, Electrical EngineeringRafael Ramos, University of Michigan Graduate Student, Space SystemsSteven Sandoval, University of Michigan Graduate Student, Aerospace EngineeringAshley Smetana, University of Michigan Undergraduate Student, Aerospace EngineeringYang Li, University of Michigan Graduate Student, Aerospace EngineeringRichard Redick, University of Michigan Undergraduate Student, Aerospace EngineeringJulie Bellerose, University of

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Emerging Trends in Engineering Education Poster Session

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Fanyu Zeng, Indiana Wesleyan University

AC 2007-1447: EXPLORING NEW ONLINE LABORATORY MODULES FOR THEONLINE COMPUTER NETWORKING COURSEFanyu Zeng, Indiana Wesleyan University F. FRANK ZENG is an Assistant Professor in Computer Information Systems at Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion, Indiana while still working in IT industry as an independent IT consultant and trainer. His research interests include data communication, networking, database, software development and software engineering. Page 12.724.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Exploring New Online Laboratory Modules for the Online Computer

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Lee, San Jose State University; Stacy Gleixner, San Jose State University; Tai-Ran Hsu, San Jose State University; David Parent, San Jose State University

AC 2007-1572: IMPLEMENTATION OF A MEMS LABORATORY COURSE WITHMODULAR, MULTIDISCIPLINARY TEAM PROJECTSJohn Lee, San Jose State University JOHN LEE is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at San Jose State University. He teaches in the areas of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), manufacturing processes, mechanical design, and dynamics. He conducts research in microfluidics and micromechanics applied to MEMS design and fabrication. Contact: sjlee@sjsu.edu.Stacy Gleixner, San Jose State University STACY GLEIXNER is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering at San Jose State University. She teaches courses

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Software and E-learning in the ME Curriculum

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John-David Yoder, Ohio Northern University; Mihir Sen, University of Notre Dame

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Mechanical Engineering

AC 2007-1600: DEVELOPMENT OF AN UNDERGRADUATE INTELLIGENTSYSTEMS LABORATORY AND CLASSJohn-David Yoder, Ohio Northern University JOHN-DAVID YODER is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at ONU. His Doctorate is from the University of Notre Dame. Research interests include education, controls, robotics, and information processing. Prior to teaching, he ran a small consulting and R&D company and served as proposal engineering supervisor for GROB Systems, Inc.Mihir Sen, University of Notre Dame MIHIR SEN received his Doctorate from MIT, and is currently a Professor in the Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Notre Dame. His research interests

Conference Session

Design in the ECE Curriculum

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lisa Huettel, Duke University; Kip Coonley, Duke University; Michael Gustafson, Duke University; Jungsang Kim, Duke University; Gary Ybarra, Duke University; Leslie Collins, Duke University

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Electrical and Computer

AC 2007-1630: EXPERIMENT, EXPLORE, DESIGN: A SENSOR-BASEDINTRODUCTORY ECE LABORATORYLisa Huettel, Duke University LISA G. HUETTEL, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor of the Practice and Director of Undergraduate Laboratories in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Duke University. Her research interests include engineering education and the application of statistical signal processing to remote sensing. She received her M.S. and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Duke University.Kip Coonley, Duke University KIP D. COONLEY, M.S., is the Undergraduate Laboratory Manager in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Duke University. His interests include

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ning Fang, Utah State University; Gary Stewardson, Utah State University

AC 2007-517: IMPROVING ENGINEERING LABORATORY EXPERIENCETHROUGH COMPUTER SIMULATIONS AND COOPERATIVE LEARNINGNing Fang, Utah State University Ning Fang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering and Technology Education, College of Engineering, Utah State University. His areas of interest include engineering education, manufacturing processes, and product design. He earned his PhD in Mechanical Engineering in 1994 and has published 30+ papers in refereed international journals. He is a member of ASEE, ASME, and a senior member of SME.Gary Stewardson, Utah State University Gary A. Stewardson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering and Technology Education

Conference Session

Developments in the Energy Laboratories

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas Brelage, Purdue University; Timothy Skvarenina, Purdue University; William DeWitt, Purdue University; Thomas Robertson, Purdue University; Athula Kulatunga, Purdue University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

AC 2007-625: RE-WIRING A POWER/MOTORS LABORATORY FOR IMPROVEDSTUDENT SAFETYThomas Brelage, Purdue UniversityTimothy Skvarenina, Purdue University Dr. Skvarenina received the BSEE and MSEE degrees from the Illinois Institute of Technology and the Ph.D. in electrical engineering from Purdue University. He served 21 years in the U.S. Air Force, in a variety of engineering and teaching positions. In the fall of 1991, he joined the faculty of the College of Technology at Purdue University where he currently holds the rank of Professor and teaches undergraduate courses in electrical machines and power systems and serves as the department assessment coordinator. He has authored or coauthored over 30

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Radiation and Radiological Engineering Education

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Steven Biegalski, University of Texas-Austin; Sean O'Kelly, University of Texas-Austin; Larry Welch, University of Texas-Austin

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Nuclear and Radiological

AC 2007-740: CONDUCTING FUEL TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT OFREACTIVITY LABORATORY VIA REMOTE CONNECTIONSteven Biegalski, University of Texas-Austin Dr. Steven Biegalski is Director of the Nuclear Engineering Teaching Laboratory at The University of Texas at Austin. He specializes in the fields of nuclear instrumentation, neutron radiography, analysis of environmental media with nuclear methods, and modeling of environmental pathways. Prior to working for the University of Texas, Dr. Biegalski has utilized his expertise to support the development of technology in support of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT). This includes the development and installation of environmental

Conference Session

Computer-Assisted Lab Studies

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rick Haub, South Dakota State University; Robert Fourney, South Dakota State University; Steven Hietpas, South Dakota State University

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

AC 2007-789: INTEGRATING MICROCONTROLLERS INTO A MODERNENERGY CONVERSION LABORATORY COURSERick Haub, South Dakota State University Rick Haub received a B.S. degree in Physics from the University of South Dakota in 1986. In 1987, while studying for his M.E. in physics at South Dakota State University, he began working for Midwest Micro-Tek in Brookings S.D. There he designed 8 and 16-bit embedded controllers and wrote custom operating systems. He is fluent in several programming languages and many dialects of assembly. His controllers can be found in many applications from industry to military to NASA and in rides at Disney World. In 2003 Rick reentered academia at South Dakota State