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Technical-Capacity Building & Exporting of Higher Education to Developing Countries

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hisham Alnajjar, University of Hartford; Mohammad Saleh Keshawarz; Akram abu-aisheh, University of Hartford; Saeid Moslehpour, University of Hartford; Nasir Ali Ahmady, Herat University, Afghanistan; Devdas Shetty, Lawrence Technological University

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International

shadowing program. Another seniorfaculty will spend the month of June 2009 at University of Hartford as part of the shadowingprogram too. These activities include: • Observe engineering classes at all levels; • Assist in teaching courses to develop pedagogical models and options; • Develop courses for Herat University, with emphasis on distance learning for future shared projects with University of Hartford; • Observe, study, and practice administrative and management skills, including ongoing faculty and curriculum development and revision; • Development and managing a course assessment process; and, • Practice academic advising.Currently, a new revised curriculum in Civil Engineering is being phased in at Herat

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DEED Poster Session

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert Fleisig, McMaster University; Harry Mahler, Ontario College of Art and Design; Vladimir Mahalec, McMaster University

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Design in Engineering Education

thinking is essential to the futuresuccess of these engineering graduates. Design thinking focuses on people and their need forpositive product experiences and less on technology. The introduction of design thinking willenable students to explore new, meaningful, and innovative ideas in a human-centered way.Design thinking will enable students to develop a more strategic approach to solving problems ininterdisciplinary partnerships and in the process develop leadership qualities.The aim of the core course for the program is to broaden the minds of its participants so thatwhen they graduate they will be able to increase the value of any design project presented tothem beyond the original scope and of the project as presented to them by a client

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Innovation in Laboratory Studies and Outreach Programs

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Georgia Harris, National Institute of Standards and Technology; Elizabeth Gentry, National Institute of Standards and Technology

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

to participants, stamped at each station, and later placed in a drawing forprizes at the end of the program. Participants also have the opportunity to give feedback,including suggestions regarding future Metrology education and outreach projects for the 164Education Liaison and Outreach Committee. Page 14.901.4Figure 2 - Metrology Ambassador Passport.Effectiveness and ImpactThere are several levels for evaluating educational activities. Considering Kirkpatrick evaluationmodels, with Satisfaction as the first level, the conference “Science Fairs” have been fun,engaging, and lively. Participants are engaged and excited; they share their

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Engineering and Technology for Everyone

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mani Mina, Iowa State University; Ryan M. Gerdes, Iowa State University

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Technological Literacy Constituent Committee

Engineering for nonengineering students. We explore the meaning of “impact ofengineering,” from a technological literacy standpoint through a discussion of the material,focus, and emphasis of the lectures, classroom discussions, and projects of the course. Attentionis given to the process of creating the class: identifying material to cover, possible textbooks,available resources, and ideas for student projects. The paper also provides various valid options(with examples) for creating syllabi, class material, class discussion topics (including invitedlecturers), and the use of Internet resources. Of particular importance is how, and if, the class isto be differentiated from, or complementary to, similar classes offered in liberal arts, history

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Engineering Education in Africa, Asia and the Mid-East Region

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tokunbo Ogunfunmi, Santa Clara University

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International

exposed to both basic and applied courses as well as laboratory and industrial training to enablethem satisfy the manpower needs of the public and industrial sectors of the Nigerian economy. Thegraduates are expected to be able to design and supervise Engineering projects and construction,develop new products and techniques as well as maintain Engineering Units. The program also offerssufficient depth to enable the promising graduates to undertake postgraduate work in Electronic andElectrical Engineering or related disciplines in Science Engineering.The program is organized such that two years of basic training in Electronic and ElectricalEngineering Science is followed by more detailed professional training in the field of Electronic

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Exploring Technological Literacy and Awareness

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Louis Frenzel, Electronic Design Magazine

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Two Year College Division

College where he taught electronics for 5 years. He still teaches at ACC as an Adjunct Professor. Lou has 25+ years experience in the electronics industry. He holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Houston and a master’s degree from the University of Maryland. He is author of 19 books on computer and electronic subjects. He has worked with MATEC as a contractor for 5 years on several NSF grants and is the principal author of the Work-Ready Electronics series and participates in the Esyst project. Page 14.674.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 HOW SHOULD

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International Aspects of Civil Engineering

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Richard Balling, Brigham Young University

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Civil Engineering

that students are turned loose on an in-depthcase study of a real, and big, structure. Most become quite attached to their mega-structures, andmany go the extra mile in gathering information and learning about their mega-structures. It isrewarding to see their reactions when they see their mega-structures face to face. Their writtenreports and oral presentations have been very impressive. Here are some of their comments atthe end of the program: “I became an expert on my assigned building and bridge.” “Studying these very large projects and very tall structures is something that isn't really offered in other courses.” “I feel like I now have a pretty good understanding of how large structures are designed and

Conference Session

New Learning Paradigms II

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gymama Slaughter, Virginia State University; Toni Harris, Virginia State University; Kabongo Ngandu, Virginia State University; Keith Williamson, Virginia State University; Kwame Adom, Virginia State University

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Educational Research and Methods

benefits of the program are that the students are more likely to pursue graduate school,pursue the same type of research area upon graduation, and develop an understanding of currentresearch practices. The CBE retention strategies include setting up a mentoring program toprovide the freshman students with opportunities to benefit from the knowledge and experienceof senior engineering students and faculty. By understanding the needs of the students, CBEcreates a culture that fosters loyalty and hard work. The approach to the undergraduate researchexperience is to construct learning objectives which incorporates communication (i.e., helpseeking), teamwork skills (i.e., peer learning), and project conduct (i.e., self-regulated learning

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2009 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

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planning toadd sustainable site and water efficiency to our current curriculum. The traditional hydrauliccourse has been teaching in state college did not include the sustainability. In this course we areimplementing the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) criteria. There aresix categories for LEED credit. We are including part of subcategory 6 from Sustainable Sitescategory. Subcategory 6 includes Stormwater design management both for quality and quantitycontrol. Limit disruption of natural hydrology by reducing impervious cover, increasing on siteinfiltration and managing stormwater runoff moreover using rational method to estimate runoffwill be covered from subcategory 6. In addition we will consider the strategies of project

Conference Session

Software and Hardware for Educators I

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rosario Gil, Universidad Nacional de Educacion a Distancia; Elio Sancristobal, Universidad Nacional de Educacion a Distancia; Sergio Martin, Universidad Nacional de Educacion a Distancia; Antonio Colmenar, Universidad Nacional de Educacion a Distancia; Gabriel Diaz, Universidad Nacional de Educacion a Distancia; Martin Llamas, Universidad de Vigo; Edmundo Tovar, Polytechnic University, Montegancedo; Alfonso Duran, Carlos III University of Madrid; juan peire, Universidad Nacional de Educacion a Distancia; Manuel Castro, Universidad Nacional de Educacion a Distancia

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Computers in Education

). Page 14.1040.6Following this methodology, our university is developing several e-learning projects with thetarget of creating different services that will improve in some way the learning experience. Figure 1. Example of integration of new services in a LMSA Learning Management System (LMS) is software for delivering, tracking and managingtraining. LMSs range from systems for managing training records to software for distributingcourses over the Internet and offering features for online collaboration.Most LMSs are web-based to facilitate access to learning content and administration. LMSs areused by regulated industries for compliance training.LMSs are based on a variety of development platforms, from Java EE based

Conference Session

Using Classroom Technologies

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joanna Garner, Pennsylvania State University; Allen Gaudelli, Pennsylvania State University; Sarah Zappe, Pennsylvania State University; Michael Alley, Pennsylvania State University

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Educational Research and Methods

AC 2009-1855: APPLICATION OF MULTIMEDIA THEORY TO POWERPOINTSLIDES CREATED BY ENGINEERING EDUCATORSJoanna Garner, Pennsylvania State University Dr. Joanna K Garner is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Penn State University, Berks College. Her research interests focus on the application of cognitive psychological principles to the improvement of student learning outcomes.Allen Gaudelli, Pennsylvania State University Allen Gaudelli is working on his B.S. in Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering at Pennsylvania State University. This paper's project he performed as an undergraduate researcher in the Leonhard Center at Penn State. At present, he is working in a co-op position at

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Educational Research

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Milo Koretsky, Oregon State University; Christine Kelly, Oregon State University; Philip Harding, Oregon State University; Edith Gummer, Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory

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Educational Research and Methods

processes of the project. She has been faculty in science and mathematics education quantitative and qualitative research design courses at the doctoral level. She has been involved in the development of innovative mathematics curricular activities and formative assessment in mathematics problem solving. Page 14.347.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Comparison of Student Perceptions of Virtual and Physical LaboratoriesKey words: metacognition, experimental design, virtual laboratoryAbstractThis paper presents an analysis of student survey responses after completion of three differentlaboratories, two

Conference Session

Engineering in the Middle Grades

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kari Cook, Brigham Young University; Geoff Wright; Steve Shumway; Ronald Terry, Brigham Young University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

come to any of the classes with preconceived notions ofthe students’ experience. These visits were during a typical day of instruction. The investigatorwas introduced to the class in connection with the surveys that had been taken. After theintroduction, the class preceded as normal as possible. To allow for the most normal behavior ofthe students, the investigator sat to the side for the first few minutes of class and allowed thestudents to begin their work. During this time, the investigator made observations about theclass environment and student interactions. Once the students began working individually or ingroups on projects, the investigator walked around the classroom/lab making furtherobservations and asking the students about their

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Marketing Engineering as a Career Path to URMs

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robin Hensel, West Virginia University; Jason Wynne, West Virginia University; Reagan Curtis, West Virginia University; Gary Winn, West Virginia University

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Minorities in Engineering

graduates into the STEMcareer pipeline, with a focus on women and underrepresented minorities. The primary vehiclefor this project is a STEP grant through the National Science Foundation (NSF) which supportsexactly this kind of initiative.An important part of the "Engineers of Tomorrow" (EoT) project is mentorship, or peer influencedefined loosely as a structured, informal relationship among high school students andengineering undergraduate or graduates for the purpose of sharing information about college life,college courses, career choices, and engineering as a profession. Mentorship channels areinterpersonal at the EoT summer camp, for example, but also include virtual communities suchas Facebook, special help for engineering students in

Conference Session

Entrepreneurship Education: Assessment and Integrating Entrepreneurship into the Curriculum

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hak Tam, University of California, Santa Barbara; Gary Hansen, University of California, Santa Barbara; Sally Blomstrom, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; Peter Robinson, Utah Valley University

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

Page 14.581.8and outside the classroom were responsible for causing the change, we asked the students toelaborate during the interviews. What appeared to standout was their hands-on involvement withbusiness through the class projects. In one popular class, the students teamed up to participate in a quarter-long businessdecision simulation project. Every week there were business scenarios requiring them to makedecisions on R&D investment, capacity and production decisions, advertising and sales forcebuild-up, pricing and inventory planning and so on. They had to make decisions as a group andtheir choices interacted with other teams’ decisions which subsequently resulted in changes ineach teams’ company performance and their stock

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Thinking, Reasoning, and Engineering in Elementary School

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michele Strutz, Purdue University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

. The engineering field and characteristics ofengineers are not well understood by children, teachers, guidance counselors, and parents. Inorder to identify students who may be a good fit for a future in engineering, the characteristics oftoday’s talented engineer, one who acquires specific knowledge and a professional engineeringlicense, need to be investigated.For this project, one research question was considered: What are the common childhood skills,traits, influences, and school experiences of talented engineers?This retrospective study piloted an instrument designed to identify the influences, skills, andtraits that drew talented engineers to engineering. Participants were solicited via a link to an on-line survey included in an email

Conference Session

New Trends in CHE Education I

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jason Keith, Michigan Technological University; David Silverstein, University of Kentucky; Donald Visco, Tennessee Technological University

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Chemical Engineering

calculate a variety of thermodynamic properties using both equations of state and Gibbs excess energy models10 ≠ From an experimental standpoint, a recent work describes a relatively straight- forward apparatus and modeling approach to introduce gas-liquid solubility11Finally, one can utilize this class (or the previous Thermodynamics class) to provide anopportunity for students to design, price, build and demonstrate a project related to courseconcepts. Students are expected to keep track of their budget, set milestones, take notesto record their successes and failures, and prepare a detailed report. Industrial visitorsmay be interested in attending and reviewing the presentations. To promote efficiencyand reuse, projects in the

Conference Session

Embedded Computing

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Steven Barrett, University of Wyoming; Jeffrey Anderson, University of Wyoming; Jerry Hamann, University of Wyoming; Robert Kubichek, University of Wyoming; Suresh Muknahallipatna, University of Wyoming; John Pierre, University of Wyoming; David Whitman, University of Wyoming; Cameron Wright, University of Wyoming

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Computers in Education

. Page 14.528.8≠ Demonstrate hands-on test bench skills and the ability to communicate appropriately via a lab notebook while functioning as part of an engineering lab team.C.2.4 Design activities: Students in EE 2390 encounter a variety of open-ended problems inwhich they must design some circuit or system to achieve the solution. The most obviousexample is the final project in the laboratory portion of the course, in which they are given onlythe system requirements. They design a solution, build and test it using programmable logic(typically a CPLD) and some supporting peripheral devices, and must demonstrate it working totheir TA. Other design activities take place in the lecture portion of the course, with a particularexample being the

Conference Session

Tricks of the Trade II

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Edward Gehringer, North Carolina State University

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New Engineering Educators

pay) forperforming some TA functions. Projects like this are typically structured for independent-studycredit [12], with duties and deliverables that are very similar to the TA contracts discussed inSection 4.The first time that you teach a particular course, your TA can provide continuity. The TA willknow the material that the previous instructor has covered, and can recommend problems, etc., toassign for homework. Continuity is important in a class taught by multiple instructors, because itassures that students will cover the prerequisites for future courses.2. Duties of a teaching assistantThe instructors responding to the listserv posts mentioned many different tasks that TAs couldperform. The list provided in Table 1 can be used as a

Conference Session

Implementation of the Civil Engineering Body of Knowledge and Recent ABET Experiences

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kevin Sutterer, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

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Civil Engineering

systematic process to develop appropriate bodies of knowledge for their civilengineering subdisciplines as a service to their students.IntroductionMuch has been written lately about the future of engineering and engineering education.The National Academy of Engineering (NAE) has a project under way to redefineengineering and engineering education, with several publications from that effort alreadyin print1,2. The University of Michigan’s Millennium Project is studying new paradigmsfor learning institutions, and has issued an insightful report on engineering education3.The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has been especially proactive about thefuture of civil engineering education. It has now been ten years since ASCE adoptedPolicy

Conference Session

Entrepreneurship Education: Experiential Learning and Economic Development II

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Donald Reimer, Lawrence Technological University; Ahad Ali, Lawrence Technological University

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

Nanyang Technological University, Singapore and PhD in Industrial Engineering from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Dr. Ali was Assistant Professor in Industrial Engineering at the University of Puerto Rico - Mayaguez, Visiting Assistant Professor in Mechanical, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering at the University of Toledo, and Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering at the Bangladesh Institute of Technology, Khulna. He has published journal and conference papers. Dr Ali has done research projects with Delphi Automotive System, GE Medical Systems, Harley-Davidson Motor Company, International Truck and Engine Corporation (ITEC), National/Panasonic Electronics, and Rockwell

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Innovation in Construction Engineering Education I

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kirsten Davis, Boise State University; R. Casey Cline, Boise State University

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Construction

interests are focused on improving construction management education.R. Casey Cline, Boise State University R. Casey Cline is an Assistant Professor in the Construction Management Department within the College of Engineering at Boise State University. Dr. Cline earned a B.S. in Business Administration from Oklahoma State University, an M.S. in Construction Science from the University of Oklahoma, and a Ph.D. in Education (Adult Development Organizational Learning) from The University of Idaho. His educational research interests are focused on improving construction management processes to facilitate the efficient management of construction projects

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Writing Is Fundamental

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Murali Krishnamurthi, Northern Illinois University

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Liberal Education

AC 2009-2425: SCAFFOLDING TECHNIQUES FOR IMPROVING ENGINEERINGSTUDENTS' WRITING SKILLSMurali Krishnamurthi, Northern Illinois University Murali Krishnamurthi is Associate Professor of Industrial and Systems Engineering and Director of Faculty Development and Instructional Design Center at Northern Illinois University. He received his Ph.D in Industrial Engineering from Texas A&M University. His teaching and research interests include project management, information systems, system simulation, optimizaton, expert systems, and engineering education. Page 14.1042.1© American Society for Engineering

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New Trends in Graduate Engineering Education

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Daphene Koch, Purdue University; Orczyk Joseph, Purdue University

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Graduate Studies

. Students were required to visit campus during the first week of each semester to connect with faculty and with each other and learn the technology 4. Utilization of Blackboard, the web-based course management tool to post assignments, turn in homework, and record grades. 5. A plan of study would allow the student can finish in five semesters or 21 months. 6. The students have the option to do the directed project or thesis option.Specific course topics were developed from past graduate courses which had been offered in thedepartment combined with research conducted during the development of the program. Courseswere to be relevant and applicable to a wide range of backgrounds. A weekend master’s programfor general technology

Conference Session

Developing Young MINDS in Engineering: Part I

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michelle Kobus, Hillsborough Community College; Cesar Guerrero, University of South Florida; Miguel Labrador, University of South Florida; Rafael Perez, University of South Florida

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Minorities in Engineering

Engineering and Associate Dean of the College of Engineering at the University of South Florida. He received his M.S. and Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh, in 1967 and 1973 respectively. Before joining the University of South Florida as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering in 1983, Dr. Perez worked as Project Manager with Westinghouse International Company. His research interests are in artificial intelligence, neural networks and genetic algorithms. Dr. Perez also has served as Coordinator for the IEEE Computer Society Latin America Distinguished Visitor's Program, Program Evaluator for the Computing

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New Research on Retention of URM Groups in STEM

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Deborah Trytten, University of Oklahoma; Anna Wong Lowe, University of Oklahoma; Susan Walden, University of Oklahoma

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Minorities in Engineering

. Page 14.1002.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Racial Inequality Exists in Spite of Over-Representation: The Case of Asian American Students in Engineering EducationAbstractWhile Asian American students are not under-represented in engineering, they are still membersof a minority population. In the last three years we interviewed 165 engineering students in alarge scale research project that identifies factors leading to differential rates of student successamong four minority populations including Asian Americans. The Asian American participantsreported experiences with racially-based discrimination that were related to the most commonstereotypes of Asians, including forever foreigners and the model

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Curriculum in Mechanical and Power Engineering Technology

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Wei Zhan, Texas A&M University; Ryan Beasley, Texas A&M University; Jay Porter, Texas A&M University; Joseph Morgan, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

the Electronics and Telecommunications Programs and as the Associate Department Head for Operations. He received his BS degree in electrical engineering (1975) from California State University, Sacramento, and his MS (1980) and DE (1983) degrees in industrial engineering from Texas A&M University. His education and research interests include project management, innovation and entrepreneurship, and embedded product/system development. Page 14.321.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Circuit Analysis and Electrical Power System Curricula Development for Power

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Best Practices in IE Education

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Matthew Elam, Texas A&M University, Commerce; E. Delbert Horton, Texas A&M University, Commerce; Sukwon Kim, Texas A&M University, Commerce; Bob Wilkins, Texas A&M University, Commerce

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Industrial Engineering

of one journal. He is a member of the ASEE and is an American Society for Quality Certified Quality Engineer.E. Delbert Horton, Texas A&M University, Commerce E.DELBERT HORTON, Ph.D., P.E., Assistant Professor of Industrial Engineering. Dr. Horton teaches a variety of engineering courses, including: Industrial Operations Research courses, Industrial Capstone System Design, and a Project Management course. He has over 38 years experience in academia and in product development and manufacturing, and intelligence systems development and integration for U.S. Government agencies. His experience includes various engineering development and management, and consulting roles at Electrospace

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Successful Mentoring and Outreach Programs for Girls and Minorities

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Laura Campo, Rice University; Stephanie Rice, Rice University; Daniela Rimer, Rice University; Brent Houchens, Rice University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

compared to entering the job market with a high school diploma.Overview of Austin High School StudentsThe DREAM program originated at Stephen F. Austin High School where the authors hadalready developed collaborations with Rice University through tutoring in math and science andassistance with science fair projects. Austin High School (AHS) is a Title I school (as defined bythe United States Elementary and Secondary Education Act, for the purpose of distributingfunding to schools and school districts with a high percentage of students from low-incomefamilies) in the Houston Independent School District [10]. AHS is located in the largelyHispanic Second Ward of the city.In the 2007-2008 school year the total enrollment was 1,895 students with a

Conference Session

New Research and Trends Related to Minorities in Engineering

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Maria M. Larrondo Petrie, Florida Atlantic University; Ivan Esparragoza, Pennsylvania State University

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Minorities in Engineering

interest are in modeling complex systems, security, software engineering and pedagogy. Her email is petrie@fau.eduIvan Esparragoza, Pennsylvania State University Ivan E. Esparragoza is an Associate Professor of Engineering at Penn State. His interests are in engineering design education, innovative design, global design, and global engineering education. He has introduced multinational design projects in a freshman introductory engineering design course in collaboration with institutions in Latin America and the Caribbean as part of his effort to contribute to the formation of world class engineers for the Americas. He is actively involved in the International Division of the American Society