Conference Session

New trends in ECE education

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ravel Ammerman, Colorado School of Mines; Pankaj Sen, Colorado School of Mines; Michael Stewart, North Dakota State University

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Electrical and Computer

reflecting on theexperiences of others. Much of the curriculum we developed for use in the Field Sessionfeatures the use of electrical incident case studies. These real life stories generally have tragicoutcomes. The case studies are compelling, providing a graphic reminder about theconsequences of not following fundamental safety practices. Students can learn many valuablelessons about how to conduct themselves safely in an electrical environment by listening to thesevisceral stories. In addition, this is a practical way to have students observe a number of variedelectrical incidents during a one-week course module. While there are many resources availablefor obtaining electrical incident case studies, we have chosen to use examples that are posted

Conference Session

Engineering Practice for a Moral World

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gene Moriarty, San Jose State University

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Engineering Ethics

good into the world. Of course, what wemean by “good” is a wide open question worthy of discussion and reflection. The IEEE Code ofEngineering Ethics, as well as many similar codes, gives us an indication of what direction weought to go. They say, among other things, that to serve the good we ought to protect the health,safety, and welfare of the general public. That is, we should seek to maximize health, safety, andwelfare. Mathematically we can indicate this by letting J1 = health, J2 = safety, and J3 = welfare.Then we seek max J1, max J2, and max J3.In the theory of optimal control, we seek to maximize value functions or, more commonly, tominimize cost functions. But these reduce to the same thing since value functions are usually

Conference Session

Mechanical/Manufacturing ET Design Projects

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gary Drigel, Miami University

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Engineering Technology

testing. Page 11.654.6 5Senior Design Project (ENT 498)ENT 498 is the second semester course for Miami’s capstone design course series. Studentsmust complete the design, build and test stages of their projects. They are required to write anextensive report about all aspects of their project, including a reflective essay about theirexperience. They are also required to present their design and findings to the faculty, industrialpartners and academic community at an annual Senior Design forum. This forum includes atable top display and/or model of the project. Their course final grade is based on both

Conference Session

Simulation and Virtual Instrumentation in ET

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Daniel Dangelo, Intel Corp.; Rajeswari Sundararajan, Arizona State University; Narciso Macia, Arizona State University

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Engineering Technology

MC03 was sent to MC04 and transferred to MC03through discrete I/O lines7.Serial data monitors and adapters were very useful with data transfer debugging. The serialmonitors use dual-color LED’s to reflect data flow, and some include jumper and switchcapability to modify signal connections. These monitors and adapters reduced development timeand on occasion added problems. Experimentation discovered an in-line monitor causedcommunication conflicts between MC02 and the PC.Light tree indicator states were programmed to align with standard industrial machineoperations. Indicator definitions can change for different companies and tools, but similaritiesdo remain. See Table 1 for a listing of all light tree states. Table

Conference Session

FPD4 -- Real-World Case Studies & Projects

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jason Yao, East Carolina University; Gene Dixon, East Carolina University; William Howard, East Carolina University; Ric Williams; Keith Williamson, East Carolina University; Geoffrey Dieck, East Carolina University; Steve McLawhorn, East Carolina University

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First-Year Programs

taughtduring lectures based on faculty cohort discussion. Figure 4. Two Examples of Robot Designs and Their Solid Models.Recommendations Page 11.1465.12Upon reflection, opportunities for improving future freshman projects are evident from the ECUengineering program robot projects. In addition to logistical considerations (large groups,limited resources), not enough attention was paid to the management of the projects by thestudents. While a course in project management is required later in the curriculum, some basicconcepts – creating a timeline, regular progress reports, etc. – could be effective in helping thestudents plan and execute

Conference Session

Approaches to Teaching Entrepreneurship

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rose Marie Lynch, Illinois Valley Community College; Dorene Perez, Illinois Valley Community College; James Gibson, Illinois Valley Community College

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

alternative by providing simulated world of workexperience on campus. MIMIC is a replicable, cost-effective model that can be adapted to avarying number of semesters and integrated into a variety of technical programs and collegesettings. Page 11.73.11References1. This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. 0501885. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.2. Bilen, Sven G., et.al., “Developing and Assessing Students’ Entrepreneurial Skills

Conference Session

Successful Grant Proposals

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dorene Perez, Illinois Valley Community College; James Gibson, Illinois Valley Community College; Rose Marie Lynch, Illinois Valley Community College

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.2. Essential workplace skills. Tech Prep at Illinois Valley Community College, Oglesby, IL http://www.ivcc.edu/techprep3. Engineering Clinics. Rowan University, Glassboro, NJ. http://www.rowan.edu/colleges/engineering/clinics4. Integrated Product Development. Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA. http://www.lehigh.edu/ipd/programs5. The Enterprise Program. Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI. http://www.enterprise.mtu.edu

Conference Session

Design Projects in Wind and Solar Energy

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Steven Hazel, Rowan University; Peter Mark Jansson

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

atracing. Multiple readings should also be taken. Generally the 4 roof corners are sufficient, whilesometimes due to shading, pictures of the pathfinder must be taken in middle sections of the roof.The data found in each of these readings can be used to find a total yearly average for the entireroof area.To use, place the pathfinder as close to the roof surface as possible and level it. The pathfinder’sreflective dome makes it possible to perform assessments on a less than sunny day. In fact, if theSun is too strong use the field notebook to block the Suns reflection in the pathfinder as shown inFigure 9. Figure 10 is an example of how effectively the pathfinder works on a cloudy, evenraining day. If the pathfinder is completely shaded by

Conference Session

Installing & Assessing Technology Literacy Courses

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Ollis, North Carolina State University; John Krupczak, Hope College

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Technological Literacy Constituent Committee

. Page 11.1228.5 Knows some of the ways technology shapes human history and people shapetechnology. Knows that all technologies entail risk, some that can be anticipated and some thatcannot. Appreciates that the development and use of technology involve trade-offs and abalance of costs and benefits Understands that technology reflects the values and culture of societyWays of Thinking and Acting Asks pertinent questions, of self and others, regarding the benefits and risks oftechnologies Seeks information about new technologies Participates, when appropriate, in decisions about the development and use oftechnologyCapabilities Has a range of hands-on skills, such as using a computer for word

Conference Session

Design in Engineering Education Poster Session

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Ollis, North Carolina State University; John Krupczak, Hope College

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Design in Engineering Education

. Page 11.1229.5 Knows some of the ways technology shapes human history and people shapetechnology. Knows that all technologies entail risk, some that can be anticipated and some thatcannot. Appreciates that the development and use of technology involve trade-offs and abalance of costs and benefits Understands that technology reflects the values and culture of societyWays of Thinking and Acting Asks pertinent questions, of self and others, regarding the benefits and risks oftechnologies Seeks information about new technologies Participates, when appropriate, in decisions about the development and use oftechnologyCapabilities Has a range of hands-on skills, such as using a computer for word

Conference Session

Installing & Assessing Technology Literacy Courses

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Camille George, University of St. Thomas; Elise Amel, University of St. Thomas; Karl Mueller, University of St. Thomas

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Technological Literacy Constituent Committee

program, we asked several questions on the survey that reflect the goals of theprogram. These goals were to help students understand the finite nature of water and energyresources, that there is no single correct answer to an engineering problem, and that engineeringcombines artistic creativity with empirical science. Participant responses indicated that the goalsof the program were achieved. Specifically, on a scale ranging from 1 (art) to 7 (science) theaverage response to the question “Engineering is…” was a four. This indicates that participantsunderstand that engineering balances creativity and science. Also, for the question “For anyengineering question there is one correct answer” the average response was a six on the scale of1 (strongly

Conference Session

International Engineering Education II

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Saeed Foroudastan, Middle Tennessee State University; Lee Poe, Middle Tennessee State University; Olivia Dees, Middle Tennessee State University

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International

environmental issue isan essential first step in the decision process. Conceptual tools can help, but ultimately thisunderstanding depends on individual reflection and the exchange of ideas among people.”10 Page 11.820.5Governmental agencies have enacted many laws to aide in the preservation, conservation, andprotection of our environment. The 1970’s laws and acts set the precedent for environmentalconcern with the action they took toward implementing solutions. Although the agencies stillcontinue to protect the environment, their reliability can sometimes be shaken by the persuasionof lobbyists.Global involvementAs with any environmental problem

Conference Session

Best Zone Paper Competition

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ross McCurdy, Ponaganset High School

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Council of Sections

meaningful. Rhode Island’s first fuel cell-powered vehicle, the Fuel Cell Quadracycle. Page 11.596.9 With the completion of the Fuel Cell Quadracycle, several performance upgrades wereconsidered. After reflection and discussion it was decided to begin a completely new vehicleproject - a full-size, street legal fuel cell vehicle capable of normal cruising speeds and range. Itwas actually a student who suggested the use of a “T–bucket” as the platform vehicle. The T-bucket is the original hot rod created from the Ford Model T, and being lightweight, relativelysimple to work

Conference Session

What's New in Dynamics?

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Peter Avitabile, University of Massachusetts-Lowell; Tracy Van Zandt, University of Massachusetts-Lowell; Jeffrey Hodgkins, University of Massachusetts-Lowell; Nels Wirkkala, University of Massachusetts-Lowell

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Mechanical Engineering

necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation The authors are gratefulfor the support obtained from NSF to further engineering education.VII Bibliography1 Higley,K.A., Marianno,C.M., “Making Engineering Education Fun”, Journal of Engineering Education, Vol 90, No. 1, pp105-107, January 20012 Davis,B.G., “Tools for Teaching”, Jossey-Bass Publishers, San Francisco, 1993, p100.3 Piaget,J., “To Understand is to Invent”, Grossman, New York, 1973.4 Vygotsky,L., “Mind in Society: The Development of Higher Psychological Processes”, Harvard University Press, MA, 1978.5 Starrett,S., Morcos,M., “Hands-On, Minds-On Electric Power Education”, Journal of Engineering Education, Vol 90, No. 1, pp93-100, January 20016

Conference Session

What's New in Dynamics?

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Peter Avitabile, University of Massachusetts-Lowell; Stephen Pennell, University of Massachusetts-Lowell; John White, University of Massachusetts-Lowell; Charles Van Karsen, Michigan Technological University

Tagged Divisions

Mechanical Engineering

multisemester dynamicsystems project. The salient feature of the project is that material from various courses (such asdifferential equations, mathematical methods, laboratory measurements and dynamic systems) isintegrated in a fashion that helps the students understand the need for basic STEM (Science,Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) material.AcknowledgementSome of the work presented herein was partially funded by the NSF Engineering EducationDivision Grant EEC-0314875 entitled “Multi-Semester Interwoven Project for Teaching BasicCore STEM Material Critical for Solving Dynamic Systems Problems”. Any opinions, findings,and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the authors and donot necessarily reflect the views

Conference Session

Sustainable Engineering

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Eric Beckman, University of Pittsburgh; Gena Kovalcik, University of Pittsburgh; Mary Besterfield-Sacre, University of Pittsburgh; Robert Ries, University of Pittsburgh; Kim Needy, University of Pittsburgh; Laura Schaefer, University of Pittsburgh; Larry Shuman, University of Pittsburgh

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Environmental Engineering

engineering has always been innovation, especially in the design of newproducts and processes that are optimized to reflect performance and price ideals. Althoughengineering designers have focused on performance and price criteria for over a century, thegrowing recognition that the world’s resources are finite while its population continues toincrease have led to a new criterion – sustainability – that now must be incorporated into thedesign process often as an objective, but always as a constraint.1 Mihelcic, et al2 have definedsustainability as “the design of human and industrial systems to ensure that mankind’s use ofnatural resources and cycles do not lead to diminished quality of life due either to losses in futureeconomic opportunities or to

Conference Session

Engineering and Public Policy Pioneering Courses

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kristen Tull, Lafayette College; Sharon Jones, Lafayette College

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Engineering and Public Policy

, Medicare existsto help senior citizens with basic health care needs but does not cover prescription drugs, and allhealth care costs continue to rise above inflation in the USA. These are just some of the issuesrelated to the project topic. As your text states, prescription drugs “reflects the larger struggleover health care policy issues.” Prescription drugs represent the benefits that technology providesfor the improvement of health care and our overall quality of life. Even more benefits areexpected as biotechnology matures. At the same time, prescription drugs are expensive and costscontinue to rise as new technology develops. Who should receive the benefits of such technologyand what role should public policy have?PROJECT OBJECTIVES: A

Conference Session

Balancing Act: Ideas in Pre- & Post- Surveys and Assessment of Professional Skills

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Simon Thomas Ghanat P.E., The Citadel; Dimitra Michalaka P.E., The Citadel

Tagged Divisions

Civil Engineering

educational programs as it is a tool to evaluate or promotestudents’ learning and guide the instruction process. There are many different ways to assessstudent knowledge1. The methods used depend on what the instructor wants to accomplish andwhen/how often, the assessment takes place. The question types used in assessment methods canbe multiple-choice, short answer, open-ended, essays, matching, and true or false and can beincorporated in written reflections, quizzes, assignments, and others2. A commonly acceptedassessment instrument used for both diagnostic and formative purposes is concept inventories3,which refer to any kind of research-based assessment techniques that measure conceptualunderstanding4. Using concept inventories helps instructors

Conference Session

Military and Veterans Constituent Committee Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brian J Novoselich P.E., U.S. Military Academy; Janice Leshay Hall, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Keith A. Landry, Georgia Southern University; Joyce B. Main, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Anthony W Dean, Old Dominion University

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Diversity

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Military and Veterans

? The audio recordings and subsequent transcript of the panel session were analyzed toidentify themes based on the duration and depth of conversation that occurred around a particularpoint. Detailed qualitative coding was not used in this work given the nature of the paneldiscussion and role of the panel moderator in shaping the conversation and moving the sessionforward. This work did not conform to a systematic process of qualitative inquiry and the resultsreported here may be considered anecdotal accounts provided by panel participants. This paneldiscussion focused largely on supporting SVSMs through their undergraduate education and intoETETE careers. Because some of the panel members also had graduate educational experiencesto reflect upon

Conference Session

COED: EE Topics

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rustin Webster, Purdue University, New Albany; Joseph F Dues Jr., Purdue University

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Computers in Education

decades. VR might be able to address them all with its ability to offer anew type of discovery and organic exploration to encourage lifelong learning.  Attention Gap. Attention spans have been decreasing over the past decade with the increase in external stimulation (Statistic Brain Research Institute, 2016). An exception to this is gaming, where it has shown that users are able to engage for extended periods.  Time-Effective Use Gap. Opportunities for a learner to apply the knowledge and/or practice the skills that are being taught are limited.  Pedagogy Gap. Modern pedagogy is not reflective of how the world looks and acts like in the 21st century and shows much resistance to change.Of course, with any new

Conference Session

Pre-College: Perceptions and Attitudes on the Pathway to Engineering (2)

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Allison Jane Huff-Lohmeier, University of Arizona; Amee Hennig, University of Arizona; Daniel Lamoreaux, University of Arizona

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Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Pre-College Engineering Education Division

contextrequires a more thoughtful approach, taking care not to make assumptions based on pastexperiences with non-American Indian students. Another pattern revolved around pedagogicalmethods; some proposed that teachers must take extra care to teach to various learning styles andmake curriculum content relatable to students’ lives, and others suggested that instructionalmethods should reflect a natural, traditionally-rooted learning style. A final common thread thatwas mentioned in two of the three groups was the importance of integrating technology intolearning in order to help American Indian students stay connected to the 21st century. This,however, can be tempered by poor connectivity in some rural nations.The final prompt asked participants to

Conference Session

Pre-College: Organizing Instruction Around a Theme

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elena Nicolescu Veety, North Carolina State University; Jesse S. Jur, North Carolina State University; Hannah Kimrey Elliott; James Edward Lamberth III, William G. Enloe Magnet High School

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division

todecide which will work best in their classroom.The model most teachers chose to use largelylooked like the Massachusetts Department ofEducation Engineering Design Process Model7(Fig. 2). Some teachers preferred to furthercondense this model into easier acronyms suchas D.E.A.L (determine the problem, evaluatepossible solutions, apply the best solution, lookback and reflect). Figure 2: Massachusetts Department of Education Engineering Design Process Model (MassachusettsTeachers work through the EDP to design and DOE 2006, p. 84)build their own wearable device to address a OneHealth issue. With guidance from Center faculty experienced in

Conference Session

Entrepreneurship and Innovation in First-Year Programs

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chao Wang, Arizona State University

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

through story telling. They then hadto describe in details of their market analysis, i.e., their potential customers and existingcompetitions. They made connections through this market research and interviews of potentialcustomers which resulted in proposing their own solution. Then they had to explain how theirsolution was different and how their design would add value in an economic, environmental, orsocietal sense such as reducing costs, increasing speed, expanding reach, eliminatinginefficiency, increasing effectiveness, or whatever value they could think of. Customerinvolvement was emphasized throughout the project, and students had to reflect on howcustomer feedback influenced their design.Assessment and ResultsThe entrepreneurial mindset

Conference Session

Electrical and Computer Division Technical Session 9

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bridget Benson, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Fred W. DePiero, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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Electrical and Computer

loved the studio style setup. It helped me learn the material a lot easier than my friends in other classes. The labs we had were reflective of the material and had a point to them, while my friends in other style setups had pointless labs and didn't understand the material as well as I did. 11/10 would take this style of class again.” “The studio class was effective because immediately after we had lecture we would apply it in lab. Also, if lectures ever ended early, we would have more lab time and vice versa. I would want to take another studio EE class again.”Figure 3 reports average comments about retention. Students were posed the same statement intwo different ways to remove the potential bias from

Conference Session

Integrating Teaching Assistants, Tenure-track, and Non-tenure-track Faculty into a Cohesive Department

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brad Wambeke, United States Military Academy; Brock E. Barry, U.S. Military Academy; Jakob C Bruhl P.E., U.S. Military Academy

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Civil Engineering

for students and teachers 4) It must make connections to the outside world and support core learning values.One objective of an effective learning environment is to promote deep learning by students.Entwistle & Peterson11 summarize guidelines for learning environments that promote deeplearning. These include relating new to prior knowledge, providing extensive examples todevelop accurate concepts, encouraging reflection and providing opportunities for discussionsnot just about the course content but also about the learning process. Struyven et al.12 describedthe role of the student in learning environment and provided suggestions for teachers to createenvironments that improve student perceptions of the environment, thereby

Conference Session

Teams, Teaching, Leadership, and Technical Communications in Mechanical Engineering

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kenneth W. Van Treuren, Baylor University; Cynthia C. Fry, Baylor University

Tagged Divisions

Mechanical Engineering

Team,” Session 2525, ASEE Conference and Exposition, Nashville, TN, June 22-25,2003.19. Sheridan, Patricia, Gammal, Lobna, Phillips, Jennie, Evans, Greg, and Reeve, Dug, “A Team-effectivenessInventory for Guided Reflection and Feedback,” Paper ID #6820, ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Atlanta,GA, Jund 23-26, 2013.20. Sheppard, Keith, Dominick, Peter, and Blicharz, Edward, Developing Team-Work Skills Through a Core DesignThread, AC 2008-3132, ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Pittsburgh, PA, June 22-25, 2008.21. Edmonson, Charlie, and Summers, Donna, “Integrating Teamwork Across the Curriculum,” AC 2007-3248,ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Honolulu, Hawaii, June 24-27, 2007.22. Whalen, Richard, Freeman, Susan, Jaeger, Beverly

Conference Session

Minorities in Engineering Division Technical Session 4

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kelly J. Cross, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Kathryn B.H. Clancy, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Ruby Mendenhall, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Princess Imoukhuede, University of Illinois Urbana Champaign; Jennifer R. Amos, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

instrument started with explainingconsent to participate in the study and the participation requirements. The survey instrumentincluded multiple published and previously validated measurement scales. The measurementscales included the following: 1) identification with engineering 18 to measure engineeringidentity; ethnic identity scale 19 to measure the level of identification with racial or ethnicidentity; 3) Womanist Identity Attitude scale (WIAS) 20 to measure attitudes reflective of thefour stages of womanist identity development (i.e., Pre-encounter, Encounter, Immersion–Emersion, Internalization); and 4) the Patients Health questionnaire 21 is a self-report measure ofsymptoms of anxiety and depression. Each scale include Likert type questions

Conference Session

Pre-College: Robotics

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Linda Whipker, The Forge Initiative; Robert A. Mackie, The Forge Initiative; Lynn A. Albers, Campbell University

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division

authors embarked on the mission to investigate how common it was to use multipledrive teams, they did not expect these results. Having three drive teams on Team 3459 is uniquerelative to all the teams in North Carolina and 91 percent of the participating FRC teamsresponding used the traditional format of one drive team or one drive team plus a backup. Wewere surprised to see that another team in Michigan has considered this option and will try it thisseason.This was just a pilot study, and we observed potential issues with survey participant selection. ● Only teams with representation in Chief Delphi were invited to participate ● Because the invitation was in the form of a forum post, only teams that have spent time reflecting on the

Conference Session

Entrepreneurship and Innovation: Beyond the University

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nathalie Neve, Portland State University; Shannon K. Keith-Marsoun, Portland State University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

.” Finally, the last day of the course was the apex of the Invention Bootcamp, with apresentation of all projects in front of an open public.Assessment We collected data using one student focus group, two student surveys and a mentorsurvey. During the focus group, which took place during the final week of the program,students reflected on what they had learned, the challenges they faced, and theirperceived changes in attitude, knowledge, confidence and aspirations related to invention.All but one student (96 percent) participated in the focus group. Students took the student survey online as a group using their program-providedChromebooks, and it was administered in two parts. Part one was administered halfwaythrough the program, to capture a

Conference Session

Quantitative Research Methods

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kevin A. Nguyen, University of Texas, Austin; Robert Matthew DeMonbrun, University of Michigan; Maura J. Borrego, University of Texas, Austin; Michael J. Prince, Bucknell University; Jenefer Husman, University of Oregon; Cynthia J. Finelli, University of Michigan; Prateek Shekhar, University of Michigan; Charles Henderson, Western Michigan University ; Cindy Waters, North Carolina A&T State University

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Educational Research and Methods

were chosen based on prior knowledge of their use of nontraditional teachingmethods as well as their self-selection into the study. The final study sample represents a mix ofgender, institution type, Carnegie type, and discipline, and the demographic and characteristicdata are reflected in Table 2. The total number of students used in the analysis was 997, andpairwise deletion was used to handle missing data across survey items.Table 2Survey Population and Characteristics of Engineering Instructors Course Instructor Institution Carnegie Course Number of label gender type classification* discipline** students 1 F