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2012 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

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Robert T. Bailey

University Maryland, Statics (EG301) is taught to first-semester sophomores as one oftheir foundational engineering courses. The popular textbook by Hibbeler [1] has been used forsome time, and prior to 2010, instructors taught this course using a traditional lecture/whiteboardapproach. Overall student performance was generally good, but in an attempt to improve studentlearning, the author adopted a modified version of the PowerPoint® slides that accompanyHibbeler’s textbook beginning in 2010. This paper describes the impact of using these slides(and the attendant instructional approach) on student performance and perceived learning.Two student cohorts were considered: (1) the 2005 and 2009 classes (47 students), who weretaught by the author using

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Muhammad Faysal Islam; Mohammed Nazrul Islam

Incorporating Systems Engineering and Project Management Concepts in First Year Engineering Curriculum Muhammad Faysal Islam1 and Mohammed Nazrul Islam2 1 Department of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering, George Washington University, Washington, DC 2 Department of Security Systems, State University of New York, Farmingdale, New York AbstractDuring the first and second years of undergraduate engineering programs, most students focustheir studies to build a solid foundation of mathematics, writing composition, engineeringgraphics, programming languages, economics, and other social

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Mauro J. Caputi; George DeMarco; Jacqueline Pierson; Brittney Schmidt; Evan Sick

tube Hot glue sticks Poster board Twine Elmer’s glue Paper Rubber bands Masking tape Wooden dowel Scotch tape Each Team must also stay within a budget credit of $15 to procure these materials, up tothe maximum allowable quantity of each material. More details about materials and budget areshown in a full GDC example project discussed later in this paper. 1 The GDC projects have been designed with a difficulty level sufficiently high toroutinely surpass the brainstorming capacity of an individual Team. This strongly motivates theTeam to seek out not only the help

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Sean Pratt; Yapah Berry; Olivia Reed; Gaffar Gailani

pressure in a bottler and lastly launching amodel rocket to record and view velocity, thrust, drag, gravity and lift, then put it at an angleso that a projectile motion can be viewed and calculated. The curriculum includespresentations, animations, applied and theoretical projects and using of computer software “Rocket Sims”. Also, it challenges their science and math skills, and strengthens theiranalytical skills. An example of one of the three curriculums that have been designed is:Week 1 Newton’s First Law (An object in motion stays in motion and a object at rest stays at rest) ‐ Have students research the topic after a short introduction ‐ A detailed lesson followed by questions

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Wenli Guo; Vazgen Shekoyan

However, very few students actually do this (you caneducation introductory physics course focusing on use Blackboard to track the number of students whoconcepts with minimum math requirements for non- have opened the solution file), although we know thatscience majors. Every semester it impacts about 180 majority of them had difficulties with homeworkQCC students. The overwhelming majority of students problems. Other researchers have found similar resultsin this course intend to become licensed teachers. [1].Schoolteachers play a critical role in inspiring and Educational literature in various disciplines such astraining the next generation of

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Martene Stanberry

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2012 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

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Jumoke Ladeji-Osias; Gbekeloluwa Oguntimein; John Wheatland; Craig Scott; Yacob Astatke

United States, our retention and graduate rates are below those ofinstitutions in our state and around the nation. The most widely provided reason by our non-returning students is financial, and includes inability to pay, inadequate aid and level of debtaccumulation.This scholarship program creates a supportive community of undergraduate and graduatescholars in electrical, civil and industrial engineering that is focused on academic achievement.The goals of the Scholars in Engineering program are to 1) cultivate a focus on academicexcellence in early-stage bachelor’s and master’s students, 2) improve student retention anddegree completion, 3) enhance student retention and support programs in the school ofengineering, 4) improve graduate school

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Jesse E. Jaeger; Jibin T. Chacko; Richard A. Maier; James Patrick Abulencia

students can relate to. The goals were to 1) generate a scenario wherestudents can better learn course material by requiring them to teach their peers, and 2) create arepository of videos that can be used in subsequent iterations of the course.Surveys were given out to the student participants at the conclusion of the project, and consistedof five questions evaluated using a five level Likert rating scale, as well as three free responseprompts. The major conclusions derived from the data are: 1) this assignment was enjoyable toexecute, and useful for participating student to learn major concepts in the course, 2) the videosgenerated were useful in teaching their classmates, and 3) this assignment can be extended toother courses. Overall, the paper

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M. Nazrul Islam

security technology program would be very attractive to themilitary, federal agencies as well as private industries.Curriculum GoalsThe proposed security technology curriculum will prepare the students with knowledge and skillin state-of-the-art technologies and related social and legal aspects that are applicable to thesecurity and forensic fields. Graduates of this program are expected to design, install andmaintain technical systems for security and forensic applications. The goals of the securitytechnology curriculum can be outlined as below. (1) Introduce the students to the fundamental concepts of digital technology. (2) Introduce the students to the advanced technologies for security applications. (3) Train the students on

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Laura-Ann S. Chin; Kenneth A. Kroos; Justinus A. Satrio

,  Kenneth  A.  Kroos2,  and  Justinus  A.  Satrio1   1  Department  of  Chemical  Engineering   &   2Department  of  Mechanical  Engineering   Villanova  University   Villanova,  PA  19085

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Yacob Astatke; Craig Scott; Kemi Ladeji-Osias; Grace Mack

, engineering and mathematics (STEM) students at our university. The paper will alsoprovide a brief analysis of the results from the use of the math placement method for the FOMprogram participants, as well as a comparison of these results versus students who did notparticipate in any summer enrichment program.Key words: Online math course, summer enrichment program, improve engineering retention I. Introduction According to government data, about half of the students who enter college in the UnitedStates will not make it to graduation. Although several factors are causing students to leavecollege without a degree, most surveys have shown that the two main reasons are poor academicperformance and financial hardship [1]. Courses in

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Qinghai Gao

fingerprints. Then thesubtemplates constructed through randomized selection will be matched against thesupertemplate. These methods have two advantages: (1) it protects the privacy of a user’sfingerprint data; (2) it increases the number of available biometrics for a user. Our preliminaryexperiments show promising results.Keywords: Verification, partial fingerprint, minutiae, supertemplate, subtemplate, privacyIntroduction Currently, a majority of fingerprint verification systems utilize minutiae points (ridgeending and ridge bifurcation) as the distinguishing characteristics. Deformation factors, such astranslation, rotation, and skin wetness and elasticity, can significantly change these minutiae andresult in false non-match. Verification

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2012 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

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Raenita A. Fenner; Suzanne Keilson

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2012 Northeast Section Meeting

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Vicki V. May

designed and constructed auniversally-accessible treehouse for a local community park. The class, with an average enrollment of 25, is anelective that is typically taken by juniors and seniors interested in mechanical or structural engineering (Dartmouthdoes not have separate departments). Solid Mechanics (i.e., Statics and Mechanics of Materials) is the only pre-requisite for the course. Upon completing the course, students should be able to:  Design, analyze, and construct a basic structural system,  Create appropriate mathematical models for structural systems,  Approximate the response of structures, and  Compute actions and deformations in structures. 1 Thayer School of Engineering, Dartmouth College, 14

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2012 Northeast Section Meeting

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Edwin Schmeckpeper; Ashley Ater Kranov; Steve Beyerlein; Jay McCormack; Pat Pedrow

EDUCATIONProficiency in engineering professional skills is critical for success in the multidisciplinary, intercultural teaminteractions that characterize 21st century engineering careers. To ensure continued competitiveness ofAmerican educated and trained engineers in the rapidly changing environment of the world economyand pressing global problems, engineering education must help students integrate professional andtechnical skills for more robust problem solving [1]. Therefore, there is a critical need to develop in studentsa deep understanding of the importance of the professional skills. Colleges and universities must align their curriculaand teaching with the 21century workplace demands.Unfortunately, engineering programs across the nation have struggled

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A. Ieta; R. Manseur; M. Hromalik

facilities, equipment, coursecontent, and the design of course material for studio delivery. This experience, aimed at enhancing student learning,may be of interest to other instructors contemplating the use of studio-teaching in their own programs.Keywords: studio-style instruction, active learning, peer-interaction, new engineering program. INTRODUCTIONEngineering graduates with the best practical design, analysis, and team effort skills will have the best careeropportunities [1]. However, students often find it difficult to connect the theoretical and practical aspects ofengineering [2]. Increased motivation and participation in the learning process helps students work harder and learnfaster. A

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Sujata K. Bhatia; Brad Crane; David Goligorsky; Joseph P. Zinter; Gu-Yeon Wei

, constructively criticized venue. One team of students created a toolbox for ahigh school graduate transitioning to college. Another team of students created a tool for selecting a college major.At the conclusion of the course, students completed an anonymous survey which assessed attitudes and motivationto solve open-ended problems, address societal needs, and pursue further study in engineering; the results are shownin Figure 1. The results suggest that the design thinking workshop positively reinforced student motivations to solveopen-ended problems; students were in strong agreement with statements regarding enjoyment of problem-solving.The short course also positively reinforced student perceptions and enthusiasm for studying engineering

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2012 Northeast Section Meeting

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Steven Kirstukas; Nidal Al-Masoud

take them early in their education andthey usually begin by reverse engineering a part design from an existing part, and as their skill improves theyprogress towards true engineering design.Keywords: Assessment, Evaluation, ABET Outcomes, CAD, Solid Modeling 1 Engineering Dept., Central Connecticut State University, 1615 Stanley St., New Britain,CT 06050, kirstukas@ccsu.edu 2 Engineering Dept., Central Connecticut State University, 1615 Stanley St., New Britain,CT 06050, almasoudn@ccsu.edu2012 ASEE Northeast Section Conference University of Massachusetts LowellExtended Abstract April 27-28, 2012

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Cullen A. Jones

Concrete Training Aids in the Classroom MAJ Cullen A. Jones, P.E.1 Abstract – This article provides an overview of recently developed training aids and classroom demonstrationsused in design of reinforced concrete and masonry structures organized by overarching concepts of flexural andshear design and general masonry design. Teaching a senior level design course to young engineers can be adaunting task at times. The teacher and students stand at the border where principle meets practice. It is an excitingand challenging time for the students as they take the knowledge they have gained from previous courses and yourcurrent instruction and start to create solutions that can be made into

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2012 Northeast Section Meeting

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Zhiyong Gu; Bridgette Budhlall; Hongwei Sun; Carol Barry; Alfred Donatelli; Jill Lohmeier

manufacturing nanodevices into undergraduate curricula remains a bigchallenge. To address this educational challenge and generate practical ways of introducing nanotechnology intoundergraduate education with a focus on manufacturing nanodevices, five faculty from three engineeringdepartments (Chemical, Mechanical and Plastics Engineering) have created an interdisciplinary course - "NanoscaleTransport Phenomena for Manufacturing Nanodevices", principles of nanoscale transport phenomena needed formanufacturing of nanodevices (Figure 1).The course was offered for the first time as an elective to seniors in the University of Massachusetts Lowell’sFrancis College of Engineering in the fall semester of 2011. The course was presented through lectures, hands

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2012 Northeast Section Meeting

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Joseph J. Helble; Carolyn E. Fraser; Eric R. Fossum

Dartmouth’s Ph.D. Innovation Program Joseph J. Helble, Carolyn E. Fraser, and Eric R. Fossum 1Abstract – Dartmouth’s Ph.D. Innovation Program is described. The rationale and structure of the four-year oldprogram is discussed. Significant success in its objectives to contribute to the Nation’s technological and economicleadership has already been achieved by the program despite its youth and small size.Keywords: Innovation, Enterprise, Entrepreneur, Ph.D., Dartmouth INTRODUCTIONIn 2005, “Innovate America”, a report from the National Innovation Summit, was released by the Council onCompetitiveness [1]. This report, authored by individuals drawn from the

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Jessica Dawn Ventura

. According to the American Society forEngineering Education, 6.2% of bachelor degrees, 46.1% of masters degrees, and 61.7% of doctoral degrees inengineering were earned by foreign nationals in 2011 [1]. The Institute of International Education reports that thenumber of foreign nationals in US engineering programs in 2011 increased by 6% increase from 2010 [2]. Inaddition, the rate at which universities in countries like China and India are educating engineers is on the rise [3],supplying more foreign-born engineers to the global workplace. While some foreign nationals return to theircountry of citizenship, many are entering the American workforce. On the other hand, more engineering jobs arebeing relocated overseas. While this has been a trend in

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James A. Lee; Michael J. D'Agostino

for SustainabilityThe estimated volume of concrete produced in 2011 in the U.S. was 500 million cubic yards. In terms of rawmaterials, this volume represents the consumption of 900 million lbs. of stone, 600 million lbs. of sand, 300 millionlbs. of cement and 18 million gallons of water. The Portland Cement Association, (PCA), estimates that the cementindustry is responsible for 1% of mankind’s carbon footprint, while others claim it is as high as 5%. As a teachinginstitution that has numerous degree programs preparing graduates in construction and related built environmentcareers, it is necessary to both teach and practice principles of sustainability in regard to construction materials.While an academic laboratory consumes very small

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2012 Northeast Section Meeting

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Joanna A. Badara; Buket Barkana; Nelson Ngoh; Allen Cook

providespecialized, in-depth and advanced knowledge and skills in the discipline. This initiative alsoplays an important role in the early development of a STEM program in the School of Education.Keywords: engineering education, science teacher education, crossdisciplinary initiatives in STEM education 1 University of Bridgeport, 126 Park Avenue, Carlson Hall 117, Bridgeport, CT, 06604 ibadara@bridgeport.edu2012 ASEE Northeast Section Conference University of Massachusetts LowellExtended Abstract April 27-28, 2012

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Basile Panoutsopoulos

to avoid decline of students’ attention during long sessions.As an example we consider a second order system that is driven by a step function. We realize the system using anelectrical application, a resistor, capacitor, and inductor connected in series and driven by a constant voltage source.An RLC is described, using Kirchhoff’s voltage law, by a second order differential equation of the form uL  uR  uC  VS du iC dt 2 d u R du 1 1  2

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Brian Savilonis; Kent Rissmiller

Great Problem Seminars: Engaging First Year Students in Project-Based Learning Brian Savilonis,1 Kent Rissmiller 2In the early 1970’s, Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) promoted project-based learning to the core of itsacademic program. At that time, WPI redesigned its graduation requirements to include two required projects [2].One project is undertaken within the student’s major field of study is completed during the senior year. A secondproject is usually completed during the junior year and challenges students to work on an interdisciplinary problemat the interface of science, technology, and societal needs [4]. For both projects, effective teamwork is a key skillemphasized

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2012 Northeast Section Meeting

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Valeria Matinuzzi; Danielle Peterson; Sean Iacobone; Salah Badjou

Frappucino coffee beverage wasused as a coffee model during research and experimentation because of it’s more uniform and readily availableinformation. The drink contains brewed coffee, reduced fat milk, sugar, and preservatives. It contains 75mg ofcaffeine, which is slightly less than average for a cup of coffee.2012 ASEE Northeast Section Conference University of Massachusetts LowellReviewed Paper April 27-28, 2012Table 1: Ingredients Red Bull 5-Hour Energy Coffee (Frappuccino)Caffeine 80mg Yes

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David Kazmer; Katie Bardaro

Engineering Salary Modeling and Analysis David Kazmer1 and Katie Bardaro2Abstract – Engineering salaries vary greatly by academic major, field of practice, and depth of expertise. Thispaper analyzes salary profile data abstracted from the Payscale.com database, the world’s largest database of self-reported incomes (that contains ~8% of the salary data for all U.S. engineers). A non-linear model is developed thatmodels the trajectory of the salary profile as a function of time with three parameters: 1) the base salary at the onsetof engineering work, 2) the annual rate of salary increase, and 3) the rate of salary decay. The resulting model has ahigh degree of correlation, such that the

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2012 Northeast Section Meeting

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Gonca Altuger-Genc

, freshman level Plastics Engineering students will be introduced to the major and they will also get anopportunity to give back to the community.This study will review the integration of service-learning project, and will also provide samples of student work.Students’ experience and feedback on the subject will be presented in detail. This study is funded by UMass LowellService Learning Faculty GrantsKeywords: Service learning, freshman engineering course, Plastics Engineering 1 University of Massachusetts Lowell, 1 University Avenue Lowell MA, 01854,gonca_altugergenc@uml.edu2012 ASEE Northeast Section Conference University of Massachusetts LowellExtended Abstract

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2012 Northeast Section Meeting

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Vijay Kanabar