Conference Session

Case Studies and Engineering Education Around the Globe

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kevin Kelly, Dublin Institute of Technology

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International

tight control of implementation. It uses managerialist practices. ≠ Type D is the enterprise and is orientated to the outside world and it espouses continuous learning in a turbulent environment. Management style is one of devolved leadership where decision making is devolved and its dominant unit is the small project team. Students are seen as clients and partners. There is tight policy definition but loose control of implementation.McNay15 concludes from his research that all universities draw on each type ofmanagement.Similarly Coaldrake & Stedman16, suggest that most universities around the world aremoving from loose policy definition to a policy that is more firmly

Conference Session

Interdisciplinary and Multidisciplinary Laboratories

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert Edwards, Pennsylvania State University, Erie; Gerald Recktenwald, Portland State University; Brian Benini, Case Western Reserve University

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

classrooms.Many of them fall under the general umbrella of active learning methods. Some of these includeinquiry-based learning2, experiential learning3, various types of project based learning4, andworkshops5. An interesting comprehensive program for teaching physics using a hands-oninteractive environment in large classes has been developed by North Carolina State University6.Known as SCALE-Up (Student-Centered Activities for Large Enrollment University Physics), itis being incorporated in schools around the country including Arizona State, MassachusettsInstitute of Technology, and the authors own school, Penn State Behrend7. Much of the work inthese areas has taken place in science classrooms but is now finding its way into engineeringclassrooms as

Conference Session

Programming for Engineering Students I

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Melinda Hess, University of South Florida; Autar Kaw, University of South Florida; Corina Owens, University of South Florida

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Computers in Education

either in the past or future.The findings of this study will not only serve to inform the project leadership regardingthe effectiveness of the modules, but will also provide the greater community with abreadth of valuable tools and information to both guide online instruction in other coursesand at other institutions as well as the evaluation of these courses.Description of ModulesThe web-based modules12 used in support of the class are customized and holistic indesign. The modules provide an overview of essential background needed for the course Page 14.923.3and present course materials and information using a variety of tools and deliverymethods

Conference Session

Structural Education Methods

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cole McDaniel, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Graham Archer, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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Architectural

a practicing engineer expecting a result of around 0.3s.A histogram of the student computer-based revised predictions of the natural period of vibrationis given in figure 5. As can be seen, the results represent a dramatic improvement. The median Page 14.441.6result was 0.4s, with a standard deviation of only 0.08s. Since the students did not model thenon-structural system or the gravity-only framing, the predicted period is expected to be slightlyhigher than the measured period. In fact the project structural engineers predicted a period of0.5s. When queried, the students attributed the improvement in their results to two

Conference Session

Tablet and Portable PCs for Education

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Bowman, Clemson University; Lisa Benson, Clemson University

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Computers in Education

year engineering, research methods, and graduate engineering education courses. Her research interests include student-centered active learning in undergraduate engineering, assessment of motivation, and how motivation affects student learning. She is also involved in projects that utilize Tablet PCs to enhance student learning. Her education includes a B.S. in Bioengineering from the University of Vermont, and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Bioengineering from Clemson University. Page 14.520.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Effectiveness of Shared Tablet PC

Conference Session

International Aspects of Civil Engineering

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Richard Gash, United States Military Academy; Stephen Ressler, United States Military Academy; Eric Crispino, United States Military Academy

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Civil Engineering

**outcomes desired for the entry of civil Technicalengineers into professional practice. 5. Materials scienceDepicted in Table 1, these outcomes 6. Mechanicsembody the civil engineer of 2025. They 7. Experimentsdefine the knowledge, skills, and attitudes 8. Problem recognition and solvingrequired to fulfill the Vision. Many, those 9. Designmarked with two asterisks, are directly 10. Sustainability *relevant to cultural intelligence. Others, 11. Contemp. issues & hist. perspectives *marked with one, are areas that may play a 12. Risk and uncertaintymore peripheral role. Foundational 13. Project managementoutcomes 3 and 4

Conference Session

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

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ronald Welch, University of Texas, Tyler

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Civil Engineering

only on design. ENGR 4306 EngineeringEconomics (Fig 1) was replaced with CENG 4339 Construction Management (Fig 2)which includes a large section on engineering economics. The coverage in CENG 4339of planning, scheduling, estimating, bidding, cost control, and project managementcombined with topics in CENG 3434 provides the desired foundational coverage forconstruction management. These changes allowed the construction management elective(Fig 1) which had three courses (two sequential) listed to be replaced by CENG 4341Leadership, Business Practices, Public Policy, and Asset Management (Fig 2) whichfocuses primarily on Outcome 9 (Table 1) as well as partial demonstration of Outcomes 6,7, and 8. Additionally, CENG 4341 assists students in seeing

Conference Session

Laboratories in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cheng Lin, Old Dominion University; Gene Hou, Old Dominion University; Sebastian Bawab, Old Dominion University; Timothy Coats, NSWCCD; Hesham Nassar, Old Dominion University

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Engineering Technology

Figure 10: Maximum of 12 Gs recorded in this reading.6. SummaryStudents can gain the following practical experiences when developing the system: (1) Dynamic analysis of the mechanical system. (2) Assembly magnetic parts (of the magnetic rails.) (3) Align the motion between the object mounting plate and ThrusTubes’ bearing guide. (4) Set up motion profiles in the amplifier. (5) Create PLC programs to choose motion profiles with timers. (6) Wire the PLC distribution box. (7) Wire from PLC outputs to the PLC distribution box. (8) Wire and program data acquisition system.The machine developed in this project is only a 1-DOF machine. Therefore, the size of thetesting object and machine’s lifting capacity are very limited. To solve

Conference Session

Workplace Concerns, Realities, and Intangibles

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ralph Ocon, Purdue University, Calumet

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Cooperative & Experiential Education

leadership, teamwork, safety management,organizational communications, employee training and related topics involving employeeinteractions. Some specific examples for incorporating the discussion of bullyingbehavior are identified.1. Leadership Roles: Faculty can discuss bullying behavior during any discussion aboutthe different leadership roles students will assume in the corporate world while workingon various projects. When discussing the future leadership roles engineering andtechnology students will assume during their careers, faculty can help to make studentsaware of workplace bullying and its effects on employees and the organization.2. Teamwork Assignments: When students are given assignments that involve aspects ofteamwork, the instructor

Conference Session

Innovation in Construction Engineering Education I

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ifte Choudhury

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Construction

. Theconstruction industry needs to communicate on a large scale with other related businessessuch as material and equipment suppliers, vendors, subcontractors and clients. ERP canbe used by construction companies to improve responsiveness in relation to customers,strengthen supply chain partnerships, enhance organizational flexibility, improve decisionmaking capabilities and reduce project completion time and lower costs.Also the construction industry has the history of having huge amount business failuresand low amount of profits. ERP can be useful in changing this as it has proved itspotential in the other sectors5. There are very few studies conducted about theimplementation of ERP systems in the construction industry. Recently, severalpractitioners

Conference Session

Educational Issues in Civil Engineering

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wilfrid Nixon, University of Iowa; James Stoner, University of Iowa

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Civil Engineering

Spring 2007 Civil Engineer IFall 2005 Spring 2007 Assistant EngineerFall 2003 Spring 2007 Staff EngineerFall 2002 Spring 2007 CivilTech/Civil Engineer IFall 2002 Spring 2007 Graduate SchoolFall 2002 Spring 2007 Graduate SchoolFall 2003 Spring 2007 Graduate SchoolSpring 2004 Spring 2007 Graduate SchoolFall 2004 Spring 2007 Graduate SchoolFall 2004 Spring 2007 Graduate SchoolFall 2003 Spring 2007 Graduate SchoolSpring 2002 Spring 2007 Project EngineerFall 2002

Conference Session

Think Outside the Box! K-12 Engineering Curriculum

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kelly Hutchinson, Purdue University; Lynn Bryan, Purdue University; George Bodner, Purdue University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

incorporated into 15% of global manufacturingoutput totaling $2.6 trillion by 2014.3 It has also been estimated that there will be 2 million jobscreated in the areas of NSE by 2015 worldwide, including the creation of 0.8-0.9 million jobs inthe United States. In addition to the 2 million NSE jobs, there will be 5 million more jobscreated in nanotechnology-related fields. The projected impact of NSE on the economy in the21st century suggests that there exists an urgent need to educate the future work force ofscientists, engineers, and technologists, as well as the general public, about this emerging field.4As a way to educate the future work force in NSE, the National Center for Learning andTeaching in Nanoscale Science and Engineering (NCLT) was

Conference Session

E-Learning in Chemical Engineering

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jeremy VanAntwerp, Calvin College; Aubrey Sykes, Calvin College; xiuhua si

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Chemical Engineering

other halfworking an example with the spread sheet on the projection screen. This allows us to use a moreactive, problem-based teaching strategy that focuses more on the characteristic features ofmultiple effect evaporators that make them interesting and challenging to study, e.g, boilingpoint rise failure and sensible heat demand failure6, and less on the mechanics of solving theproblem.ExampleThe method is illustrated with the following example problem adapted from3.A feed containing 2 wt% dissolved organic solids in water is fed to a double effect evaporatorwith reverse feed at a rate of 1000 lbs/hour. The feed enters at 100 °F and is concentrated to 25

Conference Session

Programming for Engineering Students II

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jayaraman Jayaraman Thiagarajan, Arizona State University; Kostas Tsakalis, Arizona State University; Andreas Spanias, Arizona State University; Harvey Thornburg, Arizona State University

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Computers in Education

is a graphical programming language and caninterface with external acquisition and signal processing devices1. In this paper, we describe the use of LabVIEW in undergraduate signals and systemscourses. The understanding of signals and systems is central to several areas in Electrical andComputer Engineering. Signals and systems courses serve as prerequisites for higher levelcourses in signal processing, communications and controls2,3. The availability of a wide range offunctions and toolkits for in LabVIEW enables exposition to algorithm, software and hardwareissues in signal analysis and filtering. We have started an education project with NationalInstruments aimed at developing and embedding software and laboratory exercises for

Conference Session

Educational Issues in Civil Engineering

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Charles Pierce, University of South Carolina; Juan Caicedo, University of South Carolina; Joseph Flora, University of South Carolina; Briana Timmerman, University of South Carolina; Wiley Graf, Midlands Technical College; Andrew Nichols, Marshall University; Timothy Ray, Midlands Technical Institute

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Civil Engineering

data views (e.g.,average and standard deviation of journal entries for each EFFECT per class, average of scoresper student in a particular EFFECT, etc.). More information about the intra-inter reliability canbe found in the results section of this paper. Project evaluators have direct access to the OATdatabase and can query it for more assessment information directly. Currently, OAT has over500 journal entries and more than 2000 evaluations of these journal entries (some have beencoded more than once to measure rater reliability). OAT also has over 500 entries for decisionworksheet questions and over 1300 decision worksheet ratings.Critical thinking rubricA rubric used to code journal entries and decision worksheets was developed

Conference Session

Special Session: Findings from the Academic Pathways Study of Engineering Undergraduates 2003-2008--Overview and Panel Discussion

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cynthia Atman, University of Washington; Sheri Sheppard, Stanford University; Lorraine Fleming, Howard University; Ronald Miller, Colorado School of Mines; Karl Smith, Purdue University; Reed Stevens, University of Washington; Ruth Streveler, Purdue University

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Educational Research and Methods

in Metallurgical Engineering from Michigan Technological University and his Ph.D. is in Educational Psychology from the University of Minnesota. He has co-written eight books including Cooperative learning: Increasing college faculty instructional productivity; Strategies for energizing large classes: From small groups to learning communities; and Teamwork and project management, 3rd Ed.Reed Stevens, University of Washington REED STEVENS is an Associate Professor in the College of Education at the University of Washington. He specializes in ethnographic and comparative approaches to studying how people learn, especially in disciplines related to mathematics, science, technology

Conference Session

Innovation in Construction Engineering Education II

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kirsten Davis, Boise State University

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Construction

educational tool." Computers & Education, 34(1), 37-49.2. Halcomb, C.G., et al. (1989). "A Computer-Based Instructional Management System for General Psychology." Teaching of Psychology, 16(3), 148-151.3. "Teaching and Learning Project: Use and Misuse of Technology in the Classroom." University of Maine at Farmington. (June 8, 2008).4. Haberyan, K.A. (2003). "Do Weekly Quizzes Improve Student Performance on General Biology Exams?" The American Biology Teacher, 65(2), 110-114.5. Butler, D.L. (2003). "The Impact of Computer-Based Testing on Student Attitudes and Behavior." The Technology Source Archives at the University of North Carolina. (June 8, 2008).6. Lloyd, D. and J.G. Martin. (1996). "The

Conference Session

Engineering Education in Africa, Asia and the Mid-East Region / International Poster Session

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mohammad Saleh Keshawarz; Abdullah Kazemi, Herat University; Mahsa Khatibi, University of Hartford; Michael Crosbie, University of Hartford

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International

3 Technical Elective 3ES 222 Technical Drawing II 3 Arch. Design Project 4 Total: 18 Total: 19 Page 14.883.7AcknowledgmentThe authors thank the Ministry of Higher Education, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, the USAgency for International Development, and the World Bank for their financial support in fundingthe partnership

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thashika Rupasinghe, Clemson University; Mary Beth Kurz, Clemson University; Carl Washburn, Greenville Tech; Anand Gramopadhye, Clemson University; Deepak Vembar, Clemson University; Sajay Sadasivan, Clemson University

differentcourse modules which introduce the students to these NDI methods and the levels of teachingrequired to enhance the overall learning. Page 14.948.3Page 14.948.4incorporated into the curriculum to enhance student learning by providing hands-on experience.The assessment tools consist of projects, unit exams, quizzes and final exams. The proficiency ofthe materials is determined by the final grade.2. Pedagogical Material DevelopmentPedagogical material development was carried out using an integrated assessment paradigm. Theprimary deliverables include lesson plans, exercises, quizzes, exams, laboratory manuals, videomaterials, grading rubrics, and

Conference Session

Develop Course / Materials / Topics for a Global Engineering Education

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Melany Ciampi, Organization of Researches in Environment, Health and Safety; Claudio Brito, Council of Researches in Education and Sciences

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International

6 Oral Communication Skills, Scientific Writing 3 Working with Projects 1 Media, E-Learning, Computer Aided Technologies 2 Elective Credit Points 2 Electives 2 In Total 20 Page 14.786.56. ConclusionThe program has been designed in order to fit the necessities of professionals and

Conference Session

Emerging Information Technologies

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Bailey, Brigham Young University; Joseph Ekstrom, Brigham Young University

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Information Systems

used to provide a VPS(or container) to each student. In addition, students are allowed to retain their VPS throughouttheir academic career. Additional virtualizations are maintained on the server for faculty andstudent projects. As a result, the server has approximately 200 virtual containers on it.This number of containers is possible because on average, each is lightly used. In addition, theserver incorporates capable hardware and software. The hardware is from a commodity supplier,but includes four Intel XEON processors, 16 GB of RAM, and a 500 GB RAID. Thevirtualization software used for the first 3 years of its implementation was Parallel Corporations’Virtuozzo, but in the past year this has been replaced with OpenVZ as a cost-cutting

Conference Session

Sustainability in Engineering Courses

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joseph Delfino, University of Florida

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Environmental Engineering

AC 2009-2438: INDUSTRIAL ECOLOGY AND SUSTAINABILITY:DECIPHERING CORPORATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIESJoseph Delfino, University of Florida Joseph J. Delfino is Professor of Environmental Engineering Sciences at the University of Florida where he has been on the faculty for 27 years. During that period, he served for 11 years as Department Chairman. He has supervised the theses and projects of 80 PhD and masters students and is the author/co-author of 100 papers in scientific journals. He currently serves as an Associate Editor of the Journal of the American Water Resources Association. Prior to joining the faculty at Florida, he was a tenured Full Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison

Conference Session

WEPAN and WIED Joint Panel: Life after Tenure--Leadership Roles in Academia

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Donna Reese, Mississippi State University; Priscilla Nelson, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Patricia Davies, Purdue University; Cheryl Schrader, Boise State University; W. M. Kim Roddis, George Washington University

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Women in Engineering

department chairposition, where I am thriving.How Faculty Can Position Themselves for Moves into LeadershipIn addition to the development of their leadership skills and networking with others in theirprofessional societies, the panelists also shared some advice for faculty wishing to move intoacademic leadership positions. First, the panelists recommend that faculty find an opportunity todevelop their leadership skills. This can be through professional development activities orthrough seeking out opportunities such as leading large multi-disciplinary research projects orchairing institutional committees. In all of these opportunities, the panelists recommended thatfaculty do their homework and build a reputation of being reliable and fair. Faculty

Conference Session

Widgets, Add-ons, Toolbars, and Videos: Web 2.0 Tools for Searching, Managing, and Teaching about Engineering Literature and Information

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yue Xu, Mississippi State University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Libraries

online tutorial projects that wereimplemented in engineering libraries would facilitate teaching and learning process if librariansemployed appropriate criteria to design online tutorials.This research was to determine the current status of the implementation of online tutorials inengineering libraries. This was done by proposing research questions, gathering informationregarding requirements for tutorial types, identifying the media types employed by the libraries, Page 14.927.2and determining their active learning capabilities. The purpose of this study was to help with thebuilding of future tutorials in selecting content, proper tools, and

Conference Session

Sustainability in Engineering Curricula

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cliff Davidson, Carnegie Mellon University; Chris Hendrickson, Carnegie Mellon University; Scott Matthews, Carnegie Mellon University; Michael Bridges, Carnegie Mellon University; David Allen, University of Texas, Austin; Cynthia Murphy, University of Texas, Austin; Braden Allenby, Arizona State University; Yongsheng Chen, Arizona State University; Eric Williams, Arizona State University; John Crittenden, Georgia Tech; Sharon Austin, EPA

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Environmental Engineering

Library are subjected to peer review, much the same as articles submitted to researchjournals. The submissions can include class handouts, lecture notes, homework assignments,projects, educational software, and other types of educational materials.The Electronic Library has only recently been established. To date there are thirty modulesposted, with many more out for review. This repository is part of the Engineering Pathwaywebsite of the University of California at Berkeley. All of the modules can be accessed throughthe CSE website at http://www.cse.org, or through the Engineering Pathway website athttp://www.engineeringpathway.com by selecting Advanced Search followed by HigherEducation Search, and choosing the Center for Sustainable

Conference Session

Trends in Mechanical Engineering I

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wayne Whiteman, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Mechanical Engineering

andresults include direct course assessment of student learning, design projects, coop and internship Page 14.1109.11employer feedback, undergraduate research papers, student portfolios, student exit surveys,alumni surveys, advisory board feedback, and national rankings, as examples. “Proceedings of the 2009 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition Copyright ©2009, American Society for Engineering Education”Sustainability of the process allows assessment to be ongoing and not episodic. Assessment ismost effective when it looks at performance over time. As depicted in the OATS and

Conference Session

Case Studies and Engineering Education Around the Globe

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rafiqul Islam, Northwestern State University

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International

sharpen their knowledge inunderstanding wireless applications of the sensors and actuators. Students must take at Page 14.1376.3least 6 hours of internships during the last two semesters before graduation. Project orinternship experience will be designed by the student to meet their career goals. There isno specific outline for this course. Students will accomplish the following: a. Work within the biomedical industry for no less than 180 hours. b. Set and pursue goals and objectives in coordination with an industry mentor and the course instructor. c. Prepare and present written and oral reports.The undergraduate bioengineering

Conference Session

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

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Russel Jones, World Expertise LLC

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International

campuses in regions such as thePersian Gulf will lead to growing competition for students, creating a pressure to lowerstandards for admission. 8Another concern is that most agreements to construct and operate a foreign campus arereached at the highest levels of the offering university, often involving the president. Butsuccess requires the active involvement of faculty members who will design and delivercurricula, collaborate on research projects, and vote degrees. Without faculty support, auniversity will not be able to deliver on its promises of an American style educationalexperience. 9In addition, other countries frequently embrace cultures and business practices that wouldnever be tolerated in the US. Americans take for granted religious

Conference Session

Computational Tools and Simulation II

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jiang Zhou, Lamar University; Paul Corder, Lamar University; Hsing-wei Chu, Lamar. University; X. Chang Li, Lamar University

Tagged Divisions

Computers in Education

vibration modes for the systems, and the effects of system parametersand input selections on output responses, two degrees of freedom mechanical systems, and theprinciples of vibration absorbers. Student response was very strong concerning the need of theGUIs to help foster a deeper understanding of course materials.Bibliography1. Avitabile, P., Pennell, S., and White, J., “Developing a Multisemester Interwoven Dynamic Systems Project to Foster Learning and Retention of STEM Material”, 2004 International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, Mechanical Engineering Education – Innovative Approaches to Teaching Fundamental Topics, ASME, Anaheim, CA, November 20042. J.H. Matthews, Using MATLAB to Obtain Both Numerical and Graphical

Conference Session

Developing Young MINDS in Engineering: Part II

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cindy Foor, University of Oklahoma; randa shehab, University of Oklahoma

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Minorities in Engineering

qualitative methods.9 As part of the broader project (NSF-DUE 0431642), differentmembers of our interdisciplinary team analyze and report on strands and themes specific to oneof four under-represented or under-served populations 10-12 as well as themes that lendthemselves to cross group analysis.13-16This paper reports on experiences of mixed-race Native American undergraduate students inmultiple engineering disciplines. The coding of qualitative data generated from 29 ethnographicinterviews brought forth certain unanticipated phenomenon. ≠ No Native American student was raised on or came to college from a reservation. ≠ Twenty-seven students report the racial category of Native American in combination with one or more other