3 11 0 Other(s) [fill in = In-class discussion; exam 3 11 0 questions on NSPE code of ethics]The next question on the curricular survey asked faculty how they assessed students’ knowledgeof ethics and/or societal impacts of engineering in the course. The survey presented nine optionsfrom which respondents could select multiple choices; results are summarized in Table 6. Foreach course, 0 to 4 of the assessment methods were indicated, with a median of two. The mostcommon assessment methods were individual reflective essays and individual assignmentsgraded with a rubric. The options that the survey provided for this
because when an engineer frames a problem, s/he gainsownership of the problem; having such ownership affirms her/his identity as an engineer. Thus,we sought to connect student assets to problem framing as a means to support a growth mindsetwherein diverse students view themselves as already having the capabilities to participate in thedesign process.Next stepsThere have been calls for more research specifically looking at how, when and why certaingroups—including Hispanics and Native Americans—initially choose and then persist inengineering.8 This research begins to address this call. Simply identifying engineering assets andnot acting on them will do little to change student persistence. This study represents a first step ina longer research
included additional data or their calculations in attacheddocument(s), but all aspects of their solution were required in the written document. To alignwith the model generalization principle, students received additional material property data inMEA Draft 2. 9 Table 2. QDSC MEA Implementation Sequence Completed Assignment by: Documen- Week Feedback Main Function or Task Indiv Team tation Due From idual Quantum Dot Introduction to Solar Cell equations
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significantly more time to explore programming and manufactur-ing. In addition, the student(s) should be able to implement assembly design modifications rela-tively quickly or test several designs during the course of the semester. The only fabricated com-ponent of this CNC machine is the modular block itself. All other components can be readilypurchased in bulk from a retailor thus reducing the cost for organizations that plan to use this inthe classroom. The remainder of this section discusses the design, development and manufactureof the modular block.The modular block (figure 3 a-f) is designed as a two-part symmetric clamshell. Each part iscomprised of an internal face (figure 3 a-c) and an external face (figure 3 d-f). The internal faceof the
-emphasizing social and economicpillars. Furthermore, most instruction on sustainability, as reported in the literature, appears tofocus on teaching the engineering student to be an engineer who practices sustainabledevelopment rather than a consumer who has a role in sustainable practice. In part, thisemphasis on the engineer's role in sustainability is a result of the Accreditation Board forEngineering and Technology (ABET)'s mandate that engineering undergraduates complete theirdegrees having achieved student outcome (c): “...an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability
currently teaching the undergraduate classes of Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering and Computer Methods in Civil Engineering as well as a newly developed graduate course on Numerical Modeling in Geotechnical Engineering.Dr. S. Immanuel Selvaraj P.E., University of Evansville Dr. Immanuel Selvaraj is an associate professor of civil engineering at the University of Evansville, IN. He holds a PhD degree from Auburn University and a licensed professional engineer.Dr. Dennis J. Fallon, The Citadel Dennis John Fallon is presently Distinguished Professor of Engineering Education at The Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina. He received his BSEE from Old Dominion University (ODU) with honors in 1970, and his MSCE and PhD
perspectives in experiential service-learning design projectImagine sixteen eager engineering students sitting in a semi-circle paying close attention to fourolder men speaking about their challenges of dealing with recovery from a debilitating stroke.The goal is to find an engineering solution that could significantly improve their daily activitiesand quality of life. The men range in age from mid-40’s to mid-60’s and one of them is talkingabout his desire to return to his active life of hiking and other sports. One of his challenges is thathis left foot doesn’t lift up on stride and has become a trip hazard not to mention a bit of anembarrassment. The currently available, fixed-position foot braces, with all the metal andplastic, are heavy, stiff
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attitudes and experiences, was gathered through a post classsurvey.IntroductionImportant publications from the last 15 years such as Sheppard et. al.’s Educating Engineers1,Bransford’s How People Learn2, Duderstadt’s Engineering for a Changing World3 and the NAE’sEducating the Engineer of 20204 have all called for a deep and introspective look at howengineering education is currently “delivered” and what changes might be necessary to improvestudent outcomes. One movement that has emerged as promising pedagogy is that of ActiveLearning. Active Learning consists of a set of teaching/learning classroom strategies that engagethe students directly in the learning process and requires them to think about what they are doing.5This is contrasted with the
about your engineering workplace experiences. • Tell me about critical moments for you related to engineering. What experiences have tended to draw you towards, or push you away from, engineering? Phase 2 • What led you to your original degree ? • Does anything tempt you to leave your position as ? • Could you describe in as much detail as possible your present work environment? • What is the worst work environment you’ve ever had? What made it “the worst”? • What do you see as barrier(s) to advancement in your present workplace
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” Scenario: Guided by min facilitatorprovided discussion questions, each group will create a list of desired “features” for the hypothetical new hire(s). Each feature should be supported by a specific need of at least one person. 3550 Feature request synthesis: Participants will synthesize their table’s “features” and “needs” notecards min into one large table of features/needs by merging/clustering their ideas with the ideas from other tables. 5060 Presentations and discussion: Each large participant group will present/explain their synthesis to the min room. These will be used to start a wholeroom discussion. 6065 Presentation of POD
task taking significantly more time than others or suggesting tasks that they maynot have considered otherwise, multiple Gantt charts could be provided with contrasting errors.Students could compare and contrast these Gantt charts rather than critiquing a single process.This may also help emphasize that they are not describing what a team has already done, butgiving feedback on their plans with emphasis on choosing a process which will produce the bestresults. In addition, during the decision making stage, analysis and modelling should be includedin the grading rubric as the engineering approach to designing is different from a hobbyistapproach which focuses on ‘trial and error’.References[1] S. Sheppard and R. Jennison, “Freshman engineering
establish their own nicheand increase business revenue, so they began face-to-face marketing in their own communities.This door-to-door sales strategy allowed for the entrepreneurs to avoid the racial barriers,decrease advertising costs, establish their niche market and get direct feedback from thecustomers through strong connections within the community. [30] Their work to overcomeadversity seemed to strengthen the relationship between business management and the Blackracial identity. There was also increased innovation in business strategy. Although difficulties were faced by entrepreneurs in the early 1900’s, similar difficulties arestill evidenced by the discrimination that minority entrepreneurs face when seeking smallbusiness loans in today’s
renewable energy projects in Puerto Rico. She is currently a member of the steering committee of the National Institute of Energy and Island Sustainability of the UPR system. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 The Role of Engineers as Policy Entrepreneurs towards Energy TransformationsABSTRACT - In the early 1990’s engineering professors at the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez (UPRM) began broadening their scope of actions by actively promoting andsupporting novel and alternative energy options within professional societies, and among policymakers and government officials (local and state). This paper presents recent initiatives tocontinue this policy
disciplines through hands onprojects.24 Among the students who participated in the pre-survey, 32% were female. Students atInstitution B do not declare majors within engineering until the sophomore year. However whenasked to identify their intended engineering majors on the pre and post survey the majority wereconsidering chemical (37/33%), mechanical (16/18%), and bioengineering (11/17%), with someinterest in civil, computer, electrical, and industrial engineering.Table 2. Course Characteristics Class Rank Major(s) Enrollment+ Description A1 1st Year Civ/Arch E 87 / 78 Required 2-cr intro; 2-week sust. module A2 1st Year Environ E 64 / 63 Required 1-cr intro; 1 week sust
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synergy that individuals alone don't possess".9 It is particularlyuseful in situations where opinions and attitude are shaped by various factors and result indifferent complex behaviors and motivations.Focus group methods are fairly standard. Combining advice from three popular guides (Stewart,et al; Krueger and Casey; and MacNealy) generates the following procedures: Identify the problem(s) to be addressed and the purposes of the study. As noted earlier, focus groups are most useful for exploring or confirming a topic. Because of the small sample size, they do not provide statistical projections or lend themselves to causal analysis. Therefore the problems and purposes identified and the questions asked should be open-ended and
effectiveness.Teaching practicum sessions provide TAs with the opportunity to demonstrate their teachingskills via short problem-solving sessions attended by the director for teaching assistantcertification and fellow first-time TAs. A standard evaluation form is used to rate the TA in thefollowing areas: statement of the problem and learning objective(s) discussion of relevant equations or overarching engineering concepts indication of common misconceptions or sticking points questions that are used to assess student understanding clarity and effectiveness of teaching verbal communication: pace, volume, and clarity graphical communication: clear handwriting/organized slides; diagramsAll evaluators are required to
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larger number of student designs as well as possiblyobserving student group activity throughout the design process. However, this initial analysishighlights the potential benefits of such a learning environment using the CAD tool in promotinginformed design practices at the first year engineering education level.AcknowledgementsThis research was supported in part by the U.S. National Science Foundation under theawards DUE #1348547 and DRL #1503436.References 1. David P Crismond, Robin S Adams. The informed design teaching and learning matrix. Journal of Engineering Education. 2012; 101(4):738. http://search.proquest.com/docview/1635438387. 2. Mendoza-Garcia, J., & Cardella, M. E. (2014, October). Using alien-centered design
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of DesignInputs, the criteria that governs thesolution(s). Students have to identify forwhom their solution is being developed Prototyping & Testing Design Inputsas well as who will utilize the solution(patients, governments, physicians, etc.).It is these customer needs that thestudents strive to satisfy with their Solution Selection
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