Conference Session

Distance and Web-Based Learning in ET: Part II

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

George Ford, Western Carolina University; Robert Anderson, Western Carolina University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

, analyze and interpret experiments and apply experimental results to improve processes, d. an ability to apply creativity in the design of systems, components or processes appropriate to program objectives, e. an ability to function effectively on teams, f. an ability to identify, analyze and solve technical problems, g. an ability to communicate effectively, h. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning, i. an ability to understand professional, ethical and social responsibilities, j. a respect for diversity and a knowledge of contemporary professional, societal and global issues, and k. a

Conference Session

Early Engineering Design Experiences

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Aezeden Mohamed, University of Manitoba; Myron (Ron) Britton, University of Manitoba

Tagged Divisions

Design in Engineering Education

substantially more robust and effective. Figure 5 Egg mover project (a) design on paper (not to scale) (b) set up and picks up eggs(c) move and a place grade A large egg Page 15.1292.7ResultsThis course addresses not only engineering design process and technique but also exposes students to areasonable simulation of the design workplace. Because the course involves a continuing interaction of teammembers, issues arise that stimulate discussions and reactions to a wide range of interactions, fromcommunications to ethics. The design courses sequence in the Faculty of Engineering has been developed

Conference Session

The New ABET CE Criteria - Program Development

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

M. Brett Borup, Brigham Young University; Jessica Hanson, Brigham Young University; Gabriel Smith, Brigham Young University

Tagged Divisions

Civil Engineering

to the EAC/ABET general engineering program Criteria 3 (d),and (f) through (j): Page 15.125.2 (d) an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams, (f) an understanding of professional, and ethical responsibility, (g) an ability to communicate effectively, (h) …to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context. (i) a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning, and (j) a knowledge of contemporary issues.1,2Incorporating these outcomes into Civil Engineering curricula has been challenging since mostCivil

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jennifer Kadlowec, Rowan University; Ali Navvab, Gloucester County College

, ethics related to engineering and sports are discussed in the freshmancourse. In the engineering materials course at the county college, students perform experimentsin mechanics of materials, as this is the topic of the course. Students later bring in other productsto test a section or material sample. The purpose of this paper is to briefly explain the modulesand their incorporation into each of the courses and evaluate their attitudes and interests in thesports in engineering topics.IntroductionFaculty at two universities and a county college have developed a set of modules for teachingengineering from an applied, hands-on point of view. The basis of the project are the facts thatthe world of sports provides for an exciting platform to study

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Capstone

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mahmoud Quweider, University of Texas, Brownsville; Juan Iglesias, U of Texas at Brownsville; Katherine De La Vega, University of Texas at Brownsville

Tagged Divisions

Multidisciplinary Engineering

build on their academic courses and expand them o Project use the set of skills learned in program of study• Projects develop effective communication skills (verbal and written) o Oral/Written presentations are requiredWith regard to the ABET outcomes, the projects meet at least the following criteria:• An ability to function on a multi-disciplinary team Page 15.1379.7• An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility• An ability to communicate effectively• Recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning.• Knowledge of contemporary issues.• An ability to apply knowledge of

Conference Session

Capstone Design Pedagogy II

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Noe Vargas Hernandez, The University of Texas at El Paso; Jose Davila, University of Texas, El Paso

Tagged Divisions

Design in Engineering Education

Organization Prioritization Time, project and resources control Knowledge sharing, capitalization and management Team work Multidisciplinary collaboration Intercultural collaboration Written, oral and graphic communication Ethics Sketching Conceptual modeling Analytical modeling Computational modeling Prototyping CraftingThis listing is intended to help the teacher by decomposing the engineering designactivity so each skill can be developed individually or in groups that simplify the learningprocess for the student, acknowledging that the main design skill is

Conference Session

Computers in Education Poster Session

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Daniel Solarek, University of Toledo; Hong Wang, The University of Toledo; Allen Rioux, The University of Toledo; William Evans, The University of Toledo; weiqing sun, The University of Toledo

Tagged Divisions

Computers in Education

 students  an ability to function on multi programming project and a short  discussing their experiences d  disciplinary teams  presentation.  working in groups.  an ability to identify,  formulate, and solve e  engineering problems        an understanding of  professional and ethical f  responsibility        Students will improve their  Graded project reports. Evaluate  communication skills by

Conference Session

Educational Research

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Terry Brumback, University of Alabama; Randal Schumacker, The University of Alabama; Daniel Fonseca, The University of Alabama

Tagged Divisions

Educational Research and Methods

level in engineeringtechnologies. Engineering education is typically comprised of multiple disciplines such asindustrial, mechanical, civil, electrical, and other specialties. Program graduates in applicabledisiplines are eligible to sit for the Professional Engineer (PE) exam after completing the Bachelorof Science degree and ive years of verified field experience.Engineering education has taken on additional meaning as an engineering iscipline with the establishmentof departments such as Freshman Engineering Programs and the less common Engineering Education, inmany schools across the country. This move defines the widening responsibility felt by engineering schoolsto conduct research in areas such as social responsibility, ethics, learning

Conference Session

Design with External Clients

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William Cross, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

Tagged Divisions

Design in Engineering Education

respondequivalently to different teaching strategies.Prior to 2008-09, these courses were separate courses with MET 351 and MET 352 beingfocused on juniors learning the basics of the design process, particularly with respect to materialselection processes, interaction of materials, and materials processing. In addition, teaming,ethics and global/societal concerns were also emphasized. Much of this work was performedthrough case studies and writing assignments. For MET 464 and MET 465, the seniors generallyhad two types of experiences, small groups led by an MME faculty member working on ametallurgy-based focus, or individual students working on multi-disciplinary teams, usually withgroups sponsored through the Center of Advanced Manufacturing and Production

Conference Session

Communication in Design

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kristen Eichhorn, SUNY Oswego; Cara Thompson, SUNY Oswego; David Vampola, SUNY Oswego; Fritz Messere, SUNY Oswego; Rachid Manseur, SUNY-Oswego

Tagged Divisions

Design in Engineering Education

Present information truthfully and ethically. II.3 Present information with consistency and logically. II.4 Organize ideas and information in technical reports and presentations II.5 Be critical of ones’ ideas and the ideas of others.III. Context III.1 Utilize appropriate content for the purpose and audience. III.2 Adapt to audience needs while presenting information. III.3 Demonstrate speaker credibility during presentations. III.4 Execute an appearance that is appropriate/professional for particular audiences.IV. Visuals IV.1 Create understandable visual presentations that effectively convey information IV.2 Utilize visual hierarchy to successfully convey the relative importance of concepts IV.3 Create graphics and

Conference Session

Civil Engineering Division Poster Session

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yusuf Mehta, Rowan University

Tagged Divisions

Civil Engineering

y 2graduates who have an ability to function on in diverse teams multidisciplinarymultidisciplinary and diverse teams (ABET D). and/or diverse teams. Outcome 1: StudentsGoal 3 - Objective 2: The Civil Engineering will take pride in theProgram at Rowan University will produce profession of civilgraduates who have an understanding of engineering and nprofessional and ethical responsibilities (ABET recognize theirF). professional and

Conference Session

Design in BME Education

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert Gettens, Western New England College; Michael Rust, Western New Engalnd College; Diane Testa, Western New England College; Judy Cezeaux, Western New England College

Tagged Divisions

Biomedical

simulation, internships and cooperative education, guest speakers,guest instructors, field trips, bioethics instruction and problem-centered instruction.5 AtBucknell, a four course sequence over the Junior and Senior Years was implemented in order tointroduce students to such skills as regulatory issues, teamwork, environmental impacts, formaldecision making, computer-aided design, machining, rapid prototyping, cell culture andstatistical analysis.4 Importantly these skills are taught and practiced prior to embarking on thesenior capstone design project.4 At the University of Virginia professional skills such as jobsearching, interviewing, written and oral communication, ethics, negotiation skills, leadership,intellectual property and

Conference Session

Exporting of Higher Education to Developing Countries

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William Jordan, Baylor University

Tagged Divisions

International

AC 2010-500: IMPLEMENTING SENIOR DESIGN PROJECTS IN THEDEVELOPING WORLDWilliam Jordan, Baylor University WILLIAM JORDAN is the Mechanical Engineering Department Chair at Baylor University. He has B.S. and M.S. degrees in Metallurgical Engineering from the Colorado School of Mines, an M.A. degree in Theology from Denver Seminary, and a Ph.D. in mechanics and materials from Texas A & M University. He teaches materials related courses. He does research in appropriate technology applications, engineering ethics, and entrepreneurship. Page 15.686.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010

Conference Session

Entrepreneurship and Design

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kenneth Cook, Lawrence Tech University; Jerry Cuper, Lawrence Tech University

Tagged Divisions

Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

with 4 to 6 oral presentations, with peer and advisory board review. h 2 Many students recognize of the need for an engagement in lifelong learning when they have to push the technical envelope during the product development phase of their product. i 2 Understanding their product could impact the professional, ethical and social responsibilities. j 2 Diversity and contemporary professional, societal and global issues are evident because student teams consist of

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert Pierce, Sweet Briar College; Hank Yochum, Sweet Briar College

is that, while it is required for engineering majors, it is also opento non-engineers. The course fulfills two of Sweet Briar’s general education requirements: (i)Appreciate and apply ethical reasoning and (ii) Understand how economic, political, and legalsystems shape the modern world. As a result, a percentage of the course is made up ofhumanities and business majors. While it is fairly common for engineering departments to offercourses for majors in non-technical fields, the goal of these courses is usually to increase the“technical literacy” of these non-majors.4 This is a secondary benefit of our course, however ourprimary goal in bringing non-majors into a required engineering course is to expand thediscussion of the relationship

Conference Session

Innovative Courses/Pedagogies in Liberal Education II

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

George Catalano, State University of New York, Binghamton

Tagged Divisions

Liberal Education

visionary—that his ideas are as important today as when he wrote them; others say his views are outdated and no longer apply to 21st-century conditions. Where do you stand and on which ideas in particular? ≠ Most economists and politicians believe that our consumption-based society has created unprecedented wealth in the West and, therefore, justifies a degree of inequality. How does Schumacher view consumption-based economies? What kind of alternative system or reforms does he propose? ≠ Some of the book's insights are aimed at the scientific community, with Schumacher asserting that scientists are incapable of ethical decision-making regarding the direction of their research. Consider his arguments in

Conference Session

Embedded System Design

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Paul Weber, Lake Superior State University

Tagged Divisions

Electrical and Computer

a group of their peers that the application is commercially and ethically viable. Surveyresults were taken from three different classes using a 9-value Likert scale. The current researchwill explain the pedagogical basis for using competition in such presentations and a discussion oftrade-offs, observations of how to implement such presentations at different student levels, andtheir impact on student motivation.1. IntroductionIt is the role of every engineering degree-granting institution to make sure their students have asolid background in the core topics of their specific field as well as engineering in general. Asengineers, they must then be able to integrate this knowledge in order to utilize a more holisticview4 when designing

Conference Session

IE and Manufacturing

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Guanghsu Chang, Minnesota State University, Mankato; William Peterson, Minnesota State University, Mankato

Tagged Divisions

Industrial Engineering

3 Creative Problem Solving d 1,2System Thinking d,e 4 Ethics and Professionalism a,i 8Self-Learning h 5 Technology Skills a,f 1,2Respect for diversity j 8 Continuous improvement k 4Note: ABET Criterion 2 Program Outcomes – Students will have:a. an appropriate mastery of the knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of their disciplines;b. an ability to apply current

Conference Session

Incorporating Advanced Technologies into Curriculums

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wayne Hung, Texas A&M University; Jorge Leon, Texas A&M University; Luis San Andres, Texas A&M Univeristy

Tagged Divisions

Manufacturing

graduate students, attend a GRE preparation class, tour variouslabs/company/research centers (Fig. 2), and participate in weekly seminars with different topicslike research methodology, ethics, going to graduate school, etc. The participants learned to plantheir research activities, weigh alternatives, execute the tasks, document their work, and thenpresent the results as posters at the end of the program. In addition to gaining the technical hard-skills, the participants also practiced other soft-skills during the training: ethical commitment,effective teamwork, project management, and presentation skill.Post program surveys indicate that 88% of participants would recommend the program to theirfriends, and 94% think the program provided a good

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2010 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

Authors

Sara E. Wilson; Peter W. Tenpas; Ronald L. Dougherty; Christopher D. Depcik; Kenneth Fischer

conductexperimental evaluation and testing. The rubric was less informative on engineering analysisskills as design projects varied in scope and coverage of these areas.IntroductionThe Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) asks that all engineeringprograms work to achieve a series of educational objectives including: a. an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering b. an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data c. an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability d. an ability to

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2010 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

Authors

William Hornfeck; Ismail Jouny; John Nestor

, ComputerSoftware, Computer Hardware, Applied Physics, and Circuits & Electronics. There are threemajor design projects integrated with courses on Software Engineering, Solid State Electronics,and Controls. There are also two major design projects in the senior year (discussed in a latersection); one involving a wireless networking protocol implemented on a Field ProgrammableArray, and the other is less constrained and currently involves converting solar energy intoquality 60 Hz electrical energy. Students are expected to design using realistic constraints asdescribed in ABET Criterion 3(c), and therefore are expected to take into consideration variouspolitical, health, safety, sustainability, manufacturability, economic, and ethical issues

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2010 Fall ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

Authors

Dean C. Millar

not only technically astute, but also possess some of the extra, or‘soft’ skills that many experts believe are becoming more critical for engineers and scientiststoday.”2Engineering schools need to comply with ABET Inc.Our accreditation agency now requires proven technical as well as broader educational outcomesin their Criteria for Accrediting Engineering Programs.Following are relevant ABET’s Criterion 3, Program Outcomes which must be met foraccreditation.(a) An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering(d) An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams(f) An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility(h) The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global

Collection

2010 Northeast Section Meeting

Authors

William Hornfeck; Ismail Jouny; John Nestor

, ComputerSoftware, Computer Hardware, Applied Physics, and Circuits & Electronics. There are threemajor design projects integrated with courses on Software Engineering, Solid State Electronics,and Controls. There are also two major design projects in the senior year (discussed in a latersection); one involving a wireless networking protocol implemented on a Field ProgrammableArray, and the other is less constrained and currently involves converting solar energy intoquality 60 Hz electrical energy. Students are expected to design using realistic constraints asdescribed in ABET Criterion 3(c), and therefore are expected to take into consideration variouspolitical, health, safety, sustainability, manufacturability, economic, and ethical issues

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2010 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

Authors

Tom Goulding

for anindependent learning environment whether that bein the classroom or online. The exercises foster ahigh work ethic, rapid absorption of knowledge anddemand immediate application of advancedconcepts. They are designed to appeal to thepsyche of a generation of students who lovecomputer games, are always searching forknowledge on the internet and are comfortable incollaborating with others as a result of theirexperiences playing multi-player games on theworldwide web. A specification (Figure 3) is also provided whichEven the first week’s Hello World exercise (Figure identifies sources for the knowledge they must2) is utilized to motivate students to quickly reach acquire as

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2010 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

Authors

John W Duggan P.E.; Henderson Pritchard

compete inthe marketplace. While the recent global recession has dampened the rate of green building growth, statistics revealthat the future of the construction market will continue to increase its focus on green, or sustainable, building(USGBC/Booz Allen Hamilton, 2009). Students in construction and facilities management programs that integratethe ethics and methods of green building design and construction will be prepared to take on the emergingchallenges and opportunities in the built environment arena.The forces driving sustainable design include concerns for the environment, new technology, economics andgovernment regulation. The influence and impact of each of these forces need to be understood in order to applysustainable design

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2010 ASEE Zone 4 Conference

Authors

Brian Meadows; Charles Judah; Michael Berman; Derrick Jones; Ryan Rawson; David Alvarez; James Flynn; Sharlene Katz

basedcommunication link be implemented using software?” As will be shown in this paper, the answeris “completely”.Electrical and computer engineering undergraduates at CSUN are required to complete a groupproject as part of their senior design course. This project is one of the activities that are used todemonstrate that our graduates have achieved the following outcomes:• an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability• an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams Proceedings of the 2010 American Society for Engineering Education Zone IV Conference

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2010 ASEE Zone 4 Conference

Authors

Jack Sun; Youssef Chedid; Kaveh Hajimohammadreza; Efrain Mendoza; Silvestre Sanchez; Kinal Vachhani; James Flynn; Sharlene Katz

used todemonstrate that our graduates have achieved the following outcomes:• an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability• an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams• an ability to communicate effectively Proceedings of the 2010 American Society for Engineering Education Zone IV Conference Copyright © 2010, American Society for Engineering Education 224While all of the projects assigned as part of senior design attempt to demonstrate

Conference Session

Effective Methods for Recruiting Women to Engineering

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sara Atwood, University of California, Berkeley; Eli Patten, University of California at Berkeley; Lisa Pruitt, University of California, Berkeley

Tagged Divisions

Women in Engineering

communication to address multiple learning styles. ≠ identify levels of Bloom’s taxonomy in HW and test questions and in project deliverables. Page 15.933.4Putting engineering biomaterials in larger context ≠ evaluate biomechanical designs within realistic constraints, such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, and manufacturability. ≠ recognize contemporary and historic bioengineering issues and technological advances, and their impact in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context.The course enrollment is typically about 50 students with a relatively even split amongst

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary First Year Programs

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Timothy Hinds, Michigan State University; Thomas Wolff, Michigan State University; Amanda Idema, Michigan State University; Neeraj Buch, Michigan State University; Carmellia Davis-King, Michigan State University

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

graduates in the new world of work. This includes a greateremphasis to be placed on design-based courses, moving engineering away from its traditionalcomposition based on core scientific knowledge (such as that of physics, chemistry andmathematics) towards a more holistic curriculum that is representative of the true nature ofengineering design. This concern has also been voiced by industry employers, who wantengineers with better skills in teamwork, communication, social awareness, and ethics. This hasled to significant changes in accreditation requirements towards a greater importance onoutcomes based Engineering Criteria 2000.3 Page 15.589.4The

Conference Session

International Study Abroad Programs & Student Engagements

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Khanjan Mehta, Pennsylvania State University; Mary Lynn Brannon, Pennsylvania State University; Sarah Zappe, Pennsylvania State University; Thomas Colledge, Pennsylvania State University; Yu Zhao, Pennsylvania State University

Tagged Divisions

International

, equally at home with societal concerns as they are with technical issues.It can be argued that traditional engineering curricula quite often do not afford the opportunityfor students to develop expertise in these “soft skill” areas other than on a piecemeal, randombasis. For example, many curricula currently do not weave and integrate concepts such aspersonal development, social awareness, global contextualization, complexity, ethics, culturalsensitivity, multidisciplinary teamwork and public scholarship into the fabric of the engineeringcurriculum. This issue is not constrained to engineering; most colleges face similar challengeswith preparing students to become well-rounded professionals.In attempts to attain these objectives, a common