Paper ID #17218Establishing a Six Sigma Green Belt Certification for Undergraduate Engi-neering Technology StudentsDr. Wes Stone, Western Carolina University Dr. Wes Stone is an associate professor in the Department of Engineering and Technology at Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC. He earned his bachelors degree from the University of Texas at Austin, masters degree from Penn State, and PhD from Georgia Tech, all in Mechanical Engineering. His research interests include manufacturing processes and quality techniques. He also serves as the program director for Engineering Technology at WCU.Dr. Michael Sean June
Paper ID #16298Evaluation of Solid Fuels for the Commercial Cooking IndustryProf. Virginia Charter P.E., Oklahoma State University Virginia Charter has her BS in Fire Protection & Safety Engineering Technology from Oklahoma State University and MS in Fire Protection Engineering from Worcestor Polytechnic Institute. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies at OSU. Ms. Charter is currently an Assistant Professor at OSU’s Fire Protection and Safety Engineering Technol- ogy program where she teaches Fire Protection Hydraulics and Water Supply Analysis as well as Design and
Paper ID #14858Development of Professional Science Master’s Degree Program in Manufac-turing SustainabilityDr. Ahmed H. Elsawy, Tennessee Technological University Dr. Ahmed ElSawy joined Tennessee Technological University (TTU) as a Professor and Chairperson, Department of Manufacturing and Engineering Technology since July 1, 1999. He holds B.Sc., M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in Mechanical Engineering with emphasis on Materials processing and Manufacturing engineering. Prior joining TTU. Dr. ElSawy held several industrial and academic positions in the USA and abroad. He was a professor and graduate program coordinator at the
Paper ID #14433Seven-Year Study on Effectiveness of Traditional, Blended, and Online CourseOffering ModelsProf. Aleksandr Sergeyev, Michigan Technological University Aleksandr Sergeyev is currently an Associate Professor in the Electrical Engineering Technology program in the School of Technology at Michigan Technological University. Dr. Aleksandr Sergeyev earned his bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering at Moscow University of Electronics and Automation in 1995. He obtained the Master degree in Physics from Michigan Technological University in 2004 and the PhD degree in Electrical Engineering from Michigan
knowledge and skills to teach their students how to use technology to enhance fitness through the TECHFIT program.Dr. Michael G Flynn, College of Charleston Flynn has a PhD in human bioenergetics and a 30 year career of teaching and research in exercise physiol- ogy. Flynn has authored or co-authored over 80 refereed manuscripts and book chapters. He has received grants from NIH , American Heart Association, NSF and the American College of sports medicine. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 Recruiting via Creation of STEM Solutions to Societal ProblemsAbstract:The literature is replete with studies that share many reasons why students, particularly womenand minorities, choose
. Page 26.817.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2015 Generating Interest in ET through High School CompetitionsAbstract:Finding ways to generate interest in Engineering Technology (ET) is an ongoing challenge formany colleges and universities. Starting early is always recommended; however, employingrecruitment initiatives even in high school may yield success when the right motivators are used.Having strong corporate partnerships not only enables delivery of specialized programs but alsostrengthens the message from both an academic and industry perspective.The authors partnered with an international manufacturing company that offered a nationalcompetition to high school students as part of
Paper ID #11286A Correlation Study of Project-based Courses Activities on STEM Engineer-ing Technology Students’ EnrollmentProf. Ihab Habib P.E., Austin Peay State University Ihab Youssef Habib Assistant Professor and Program Manager of Construction in Engineering Technology Department PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION Doctorate of Education, Leadership & Professional Practice, Trevecca Nazarene University, (May 2012 – (Expected 2015) Masters of Engineering, Concentration in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Tennessee State University, August 2000 – April 2002 Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering, concentration in
Paper ID #12599Academia and Industry Partnership: Building State-of-the-Art IndustrialControl and Automation LaboratoryProf. Aleksandr Sergeyev, Michigan Technological University Aleksandr Sergeyev is currently an Associate Professor in the Electrical Engineering Technology program in the School of Technology at Michigan Technological University. Dr. Aleksandr Sergeyev earned his bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering at Moscow University of Electronics and Automation in 1995. He obtained the Master degree in Physics from Michigan Technological University in 2004 and the PhD degree in Electrical Engineering from
- dustrial controllers. Later he joined Illinois Technical College, Chicago, IL where he developed and taught courses in the various domains of computer communications. Dr. Ghani joined DeVry University as an assistant professor to teach engineering technology related courses but his interest in computer networking compelled him to get trained and obtained many industry certifications including CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate), CCNA-Security, MCP (Microsoft Certified Professional) and VCP (VMWare Certi- fied Professional); he is also a Cisco Certified Academy Instructor (CCAI). To bring real world experience into his classroom, Professor Ghani frequently gets involved in various professional IT consulting assign
Paper ID #13152Effectiveness of Simulation versus Hands-on Labs: A Case Study for Teach-ing an Electronics CourseDr. MOHAMMED TAQIUDDIN TAHER, DeVry University, Addison Dr. Mohammed T. Taher is a senior professor of Network and Communication Management in the College of Engineering and Information Science at DeVry University, Addison, Illinois. Professor Taher’s area of specialization is Computer Networks. Dr. Taher received his M.S in Computer Science with major in Networking from Northeastern University, Chicago and his Doctorate in Instructional Technology from Northern Illinois University. Dr. Taher has more than 30
Paper ID #11627Effectiveness of Traditional, Blended and On-Line Teaching of Electrical Ma-chinery CourseProf. Aleksandr Sergeyev, Michigan Technological University Aleksandr Sergeyev is currently an Associate Professor in the Electrical Engineering Technology program in the School of Technology at Michigan Technological University. Dr. Aleksandr Sergeyev earned his bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering at Moscow University of Electronics and Automation in 1995. He obtained the Master degree in Physics from Michigan Technological University in 2004 and the PhD degree in Electrical Engineering from Michigan
Paper ID #12619Incorporating Training In Research & Research Methods into the Under-graduate Curriculum in Engineering and Engineering Technology-(E&ET).Dr. Cyril B OKHIO, Kennesaw State University Cyril B. Okhio is a Faculty at the Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering & Engineering Tech- nology, Kennesaw State University and an Adjunct Professor at Clark Atlanta University’s Dual Degree Engineering Program. He earned his B.S. (Engineering) and Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering) degrees from, and was an (Science and Engineering Research Council) SERC Post-Doctoral Research Fellow at the University of London
Paper ID #11372Innovative Embedded Systems ProjectMr. Stephen A. Strom, Pennsylvania State University, Erie Stephen Strom is a lecturer in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology department of Penn State Behrend, and holds a B.S. in electrical engineering from Carnegie Mellon University. His career includes over thirty years experience in designing and programming embedded systems and has multiple patents for both hardware designs and software algorithms Page 26.971.1 c American
Paper ID #13289New Dimensions in Engineering Technology Education – Introducing a NovelInternational Collaborative Component to the Undergraduate EET SeniorProject ExperienceDr. Eric John Addeo, DeVry University Dr. Addeo is a Professor at DeVry University in North Brunswick, NJ. He has more than 18 years of experience at the senior management level in the industrial sector where he has managed the day-to-day technical and strategic directions of world-class applied research organizations at Lucent Bell Labs, Tel- cordia, and most recently at Panasonic Labs in Princeton. He has an earned Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering
Paper ID #11282Teaching Robot Kinematics for Engineering Technology Students Using aCreated Three-Dimensional Robot and a CameraDr. Cheng Y. Lin P.E., Old Dominion University Dr. Lin is a Professor and Program Director of Mechanical Engineering Technology at Old Dominion University. He received his PhD of Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University in 1989, and is a registered Professional Engineer in Virginia. Dr. Lin has expertise in automation control, machine design, CAD/CAM, CNC, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and robotics. He has been active in the technology application research and teaching
Paper ID #12772The Use of Polleverywhere in Engineering Technology Classes to StudentStimulate Critical Thinking and MotivationDr. Otilia Popescu, Old Dominion University Dr. Otilia Popescu received the Engineering Diploma and M.S. degree from the Polytechnic Institute of Bucharest, Romania, and the PhD degree from Rutgers University, all in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Her research interests are in the general areas of communication systems, control theory, and signal processing. She is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Technology, Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. In
Paper ID #11575Think Global, Act Global – for Engineering Problems and SolutionsDr. Mohammad Moin Uddin, East Tennessee State University Dr. Mohammad Moin Uddin is an assistant professor at the Department of Engineering Technology, Surveying and Digital Media at East Tennessee State University. His current research interest includes sustainable design and construction, system optimization, and instructional methods. Dr. Uddin has successfully incorporated innovative learning strategies in his courses which has significantly increased student engagement and satisfaction.Dr. Keith V. Johnson, East Tennessee State
and graduate level.Dr. Leigh SharmaDr. Jennifer Vandenbussche, Kennesaw State University Jennifer Vandenbussche is an Assistant Professor of Mathematics at Kennesaw State University. In ad- dition to her research in the scholarship of teaching and learning, she does mathematics research in in the area of combinatorics, especially extremal graph theory. Her primary interest lies in coloring and matching problems in graphs.Ms. Valerie Washington, Kennesaw State University Valerie Washington is an undergraduate student at Kennesaw State University, double majoring in Systems Engineering and Industrial Engineering Technology, with a minor in Spanish
Paper ID #13548Converting a Traditional Engineering Technology Program to a Competency-Based, Self-Paced, Open-Entry/Open-Exit FormatDr. Eric A. Roe, Polk State College Dr. Eric A. Roe has extensive experience in creating high-performance, high profile programs, and col- laborative partnerships to make workforce education and training relevant for employers and the economy through systemic reforms which align competencies with talent development pathways. He is currently the Executive Director of the Cockrell School of Engineering’s Center for Lifelong En- gineering Education (CLEE) at the University of Texas at Austin
Paper ID #16422Educational Innovations in an Introductory Materials CourseProf. Nancy L. Denton, Purdue University, West Lafayette Nancy L. Denton, PE, CVA3, is a professor in Purdue University’s School of Engineering Technology, where she serves as associate head for MET. She serves on the Vibration Institute’s Board of Directors, chairing the Academic Committee and serving on the Certification Scheme Committee. She is a Fellow of ASEE and a member of ASME.Ms. Wei Dai Vian, Purdue University, West Lafayette Wei Vian is a visiting assistant professor in the program of Mechanical Engineering Technology at Purdue
Paper ID #15247Fixture Design to Supplement Machining and Fuel Cell EducationProf. Yeong Ryu, State University of New York, Farmingdale YEONG S. RYU graduated from Columbia University with a Ph.D. and Master of Philosophy in Mechan- ical Engineering in 1994. He has served as an associate professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology at Farmingdale State College (SUNY) since 2006. In addition, he has conducted various research projects at Xerox Corporation (1994-1995), Hyundai Motor Corporation (1995-1997), and New Jersey Institute of Technology (2001-2003). He has been teaching and conducting research in a broad range of
Paper ID #16205Embedded System Design Based on Beaglebone Black with Embedded LinuxProf. Omer Farook, Purdue University Calumet (College of Technology) Omer Farook is a member of the faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology at Purdue University, Calumet. Farook received the diploma of licentiate in mechanical engineering and B.S.M.E. in 1970 and 1972, respectively. He further received B.S.E.E. and M.S.E.E. in 1978 and 1983, respec- tively, from Illinois Institute of Technology. Farook’s current interests are in the areas of embedded system design, hardware-software interfacing, digital communication
Paper ID #16435The Use of 3D Printing to Introduce Students to ASTM Standards for TestingTensile Properties of Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS) Plastic MaterialDr. Rex C Kanu, Purdue University (Statewide Technology) REX KANU is an Assistant Professor in Department of Mechanical Engineering Technology at Purdue University Polytechnic Institute in Richmond, Indiana. He has a B.S. and an M.S. in Chemical Engineer- ing, an S.M. in Management Science, and a Ph.D. in Polymer Science.Caleb Hale, Purdue Polytechnic Institute Caleb Hale is the Mechanician at Purdue Polytechnic Institute in Richmond Indiana. He supports and
Paper ID #15424Time and Cost Analysis of Implementing a Mechatronic Experience in an En-gineering Technology CourseMr. John R Haughery, Iowa State University John Haughery is currently a graduate fellow in the department of Agriculture and Biosystems Engineer- ing at Iowa State University, where he is pursuing a PhD in Industrial and Agricultural Technology. His technical experience and interests include electrical energy systems, industrial controls, and mechatron- ics. Currently he is researching the integration of mechatronic-based projects into freshman engineering and technology curricula with the intent of
short runs, as well as quoting of functional injection molded parts. This project wasundertaken as an industry-sponsored senior project by students in the Design and theManufacturing Engineering Technology programs in the College (Department of Design,Manufacturing, and Management Systems – EDMMS – at Western Michigan University).Methodology The main steps taken to complete this feasibility study were: Study injection molding process and material properties Create initial/modified designs Determine injection parameters Perform Moldflow and Finite Element Analysis Define cooling channel Do testing of printed inserts. There were
Paper ID #16200Virtual Online Tensile Strength Testing SimulationMr. Steven Wendel, Sinclair Community College Steve Wendel serves as Director of the National Center for Manufacturing Education (NCME), originally established as a National Science Foundation Center of Excellence in the NSF Advanced Technological Education Program, the NCME provides leadership development for deans, program chairs, faculty and other educational leaders in manufacturing and engineering technology. Steve is also the Director for the Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Affiliate in Ohio. PLTW-OH has grown to over 400 programs nearly 190 school
Paper ID #16870Who Will Lead Next: Where are the New Volunteers?Prof. Patricia Fox, Indiana University - Purdue University, Indianapolis Professor Patricia Fox is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Technology Leadership and Communication in the Purdue School of Engineering and Technology at Indiana University-Purdue Uni- versity Indianapolis (IUPUI). Pat has been a member of the faculty for over 32 years. She has previously served as Associate Chair and Associate Dean in the School. Pat teaches leadership, ethics, sustainabil- ity, and study abroad courses. She has held a number of leadership roles in the
Paper ID #16587Work in Progress: Designing a University 3D Printer Open Lab 3D ModelHector Erick Lugo Nevarez, University of Texas, El Paso Mr. Hector Lugo works as a Student Technology Success Coordinator at The University of Texas at El Paso. He holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering. He is currently enrolled as a Master of Science with a Major in Electrical Engineering. His motivation and passion pushes him into research in wireless commu- nication, especially in Bluetooth Low Energy and Near Field Communication as well as building projects and fostering innovation with faculty and staff members. As part of the Learning
Paper ID #20276A New Online Master of Engineering in Technical ManagementDr. Behbood Ben Zoghi, Texas A&M University Dr. Ben Zoghi is the Victor H. Thompson endowed chair Professor of Electronic Systems Engineering Technology at Texas A&M University, where he directs the College of Engineering RFID/Sensor Lab- oratory and teaches real-time control system and Engineering Emotional Intelligence. Over the past ten years, Dr. Zoghi has led and been involved in the development of many RFID and Sensor implementation and solutions. A member of the Texas A&M University faculty for 29 years, he has distinguished himself
Paper ID #18946Assessing Both Institutional and ABET SLOs in One PlatformDr. Mir M. Hayder, Savannah State University Dr. Hayder is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Technology at savannah State Uni- versity, GA. He received PhD in Mechanical Engineering from McGill University, Canada. His research interest lies in the areas of engineering education, fluid-structure interaction, flow-induced vibrations, syngas and blended fuel combustion, and flow and structural simulations.Dr. Mohamad A. Mustafa, Savannah State University Mohamad Mustafa is a Professor of Civil Engineering Technology and the Chair of