, actuation, and control are integral to smart devices with embedded microcontrollers.Arduino and Raspberry Pi microcontrollers and single-board computers can be interfaced withvarious sensors and actuators and incorporated into mechanical devices to perform a variety ofintelligent functions using appropriate software programming. Over and above themultidisciplinary graduate and undergraduate students that are hired to advance the proposalobjectives, project assignments integral to “Instrumentation” and “Control Systems” coursesoffered by the principal author to juniors in the engineering program endeavor to integrate the out-of-classroom field and laboratory efforts with the course requirements to introduce a larger poolof students to growing
). Finally, a contact database from previous Letters of Reference for REU applicants was created. These faculty members are contacted directly and asked to consider their current students for the REU program and to encourage them to apply.Diversity of participants:As a result of our recruitment efforts and value based on attracting applicants from historicallyunderrepresented groups for the purpose of increasing diversity in STEM, our participantsrepresent a diverse and inclusive community. Having a diverse group of participants each yearenhances the learning experience for all student participants, helps to build an inclusive researchenvironment for our laboratories, and provides an opportunity for mentors to work with anincreasingly
Paper ID #39964Board 51: Utilizing Technical Competitions to Enhance Diverse WorkforceRecruitment and RetentionMs. Jacalynn Sharp, JHU APL Jackie Sharp is a mechanical engineer at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (JHU APL) where she works in mechanical design and analysis as well as simple electronics development and integration. Jackie volunteers as a robotics instructor and mentors high school students interested in STEM from low SES and diverse backgrounds. She is the treasurer of the ASME DC Section (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) and is committee co-lead for the ASME FutureME platform
and served in several ad- ministrative roles within higher education; secured over $5.5M funding and support for STEM education research; and led several program development efforts, including: a childcare facility at a federal research laboratory, STEM K-12 teacher training programs, a Molecular Biology/Biotechnology master’s degree program at a small internationally-focused teaching institution, as well as a first-year engineering program and a B.S. Engineering Technology degree program at an R1 research institution. She has been recognized for her teaching, advising, and service, and as an Exemplary Faculty Member for Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.Dr. David A. Wyrick PE, CPEM, West Virginia
Paper ID #37608Process Control Experiment Using an Arduino Board and LED LightsDr. Maddalena Fanelli, Michigan State University Dr. Maddalena Fanelli is a Teaching Specialist in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science at Michigan State University. Dr. Fanelli teaches and coordinates a number of undergraduate courses and laboratories, helping students learn chemical engineering fundamentals and gain hands-on experience.Mr. Ryan Daniel Atkinson, Michigan State University Mr. Ryan Atkinson is an undergraduate student studying Electrical Engineering. Currently, Ryan is working as a professorial assistant
importance of lifelong learning. 2. Use technical communication skills to explain the analysis and results of introductory laboratory exercises in engineering and computer science. 3. Explain the engineering analysis and design process and use it to solve problems. 4. Analyze data collected during laboratory exercises designed to expose students to the different engineering disciplines. 5. Describe the impact engineering has had on the modern world. 6. As part of a team, design a simple engineering device, write a design report, and present the design. 7. Demonstrate computer literacy through computer aided analysis, graphing, documentation, and presentation of results. 8. Create detailed plans for degrees at
matrix calculations and mass density values in material cards [1].The laboratory portion of the class is set up using a series of instructional labs and assignments.The instructional labs are designed to expose the students to finite element software. Studentsimport geometry, mesh the model, define properties, apply boundary conditions, create a solutionset, and then solve the model. Once the model is solved, the students learn how to display theresults properly. Laboratory assignments are assigned to reinforce the instructional labs and helpstudents learn how solve a given problem by displaying their results in a logical manner andwriting a lab report.The Laboratory ProblemThe first portion of the vibration lab exercise is to perform a modal
Paper ID #37014Work In Progress: Professional Development Through High-Impact Experi-encesDr. Charles Patrick Jr., Texas A&M University Dr. Charles Patrick Jr. currently serves as a Professor of Practice in the Department of Biomedical Engi- neering at Texas A&M University. He serves as Director of the Undergraduate Program and administers the Ideas to Innovation Engineering Education Excellence Laboratory. He is involved in Texas A&M’s Center for Teaching Excellence, the Institute for Engineering Education and Innovation, and the College of Engineering’s Faculty Engineering Education Group. His research focuses
thetopic being discussed that week. For example, if a student is learning about loops in lecture, theycould be asked to write a program using loops to generate a multiplication table during the labperiod. Hazzan et al assert this allows students to be engaged in their learning rather than abystander similar to what you might see in laboratories for the natural sciences [2].Prior engineering education research has clearly shown that inductive teaching styles in lecturesand lab sessions show the students the importance and application of the subject matter byshowing the students particular examples while challenging them to keep building concept byconcept to solve complex challenges [3] [4]. These inductive teaching methods typically use ascaffolded
a safety exam before working in theInnovation Hub and to use best operating practices within the Lane Innovation Hub at all times.Proceedings of the 2023 ASEE North Central Section Conference Copyright © 2023, American Society for 3Engineering EducationETEC 220L (Applications of Technology Laboratory) is the next course in the plan of study thatutilizes the Lane Innovation Hub. This lab and the corresponding lecture course (ETEC 220)will focus on computer integration into manufacturing processes. ETEC 220L will split timebetween honing SolidWorks skills outside of the Innovation Hub and utilizing manufacturingequipment within the Lane Innovation Hub. Manufacturing equipment planned for use in theclass are 2D cutting machines including
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ETD 455 Opportunities and Challenges in Creating, Adapting, & Adopting OER Material in ET Programs Xiaojing Yuan University of HoustonAbstractOpen educational resources (OER) are teaching and learning resources in the public domain andhave been licensed in such a way that anyone can freely use and re-purpose them. OER can beany materials or tools used to support learning, including course materials, modules, textbooks,lesson plans, streaming videos, hands-on laboratory manuals, test questions, etc. Studies at boththe K-12 and higher
Technology.Dr. Paul N Beuchat, The University of Melbourne Paul N. Beuchat received the B.Eng. degree in mechanical engineering and the B.Sc. degree in physics from the University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia, in 2008, and the M.Sc. degree in robotics, systems, and control in 2014 and the Ph.D. degree in 2019, from ETH Z¨urich, Z¨urich, Switzerland, where he completed his research with the Automatic Control Laboratory. He is currently working as a Teaching Fellow with the University of Melbourne. Paul’s research interests include control and optimization of large-scale systems with applications in the areas of building control and multi-agent robotics, as well as research investigating project-based learning pedagogies
entrepreneurial opportunities in renewable energy systems.Introduction While many engineering educators have heard of service learning or extracurricularuniversity activities designed to engage students with renewable energy technologies [1,2] oreven clinic-based courses and project-based learning experiences involving photovoltaic (PV)projects [3-7] it remains a more difficult and challenging task to bring these experiences into thecore curriculum of an ECE program. This paper details one somewhat successful attempt.Throughout six weekly laboratories (at the latter half of the semester), teams comprising threestudents each analyzed and evaluated the potential for PV to power an electrical appliancetypically found in a residential setting. Teams
theteaching and learning of a physics course through the students' perception. The modifiedILD has the same three stages as the original ILD, with two main differences in whoperforms the experiment and when it is performed. Specifically, the three phases in themodified ILD are 1) predict, 2) experiment (by students working in groups, not theinstructor), and 3) reflect (in groups, not individually). The first phase, prediction, beginswith the analysis of a physical situation in which students have to predict the behavior ofthe situation based on the knowledge imparted in the session by the instructor. This occursat the end of the instructor's exposition. The second phase occurs in the laboratory sectionof the course and relates to students' experience
Paper ID #40565Teaching Critical Infrastructure Cyber Security to UndergraduateStudents using Real-Time Hardware-in-the-Loop Cyber-Power TestbedMohammed Mustafa HussainDr. Sagnik Basumallik, West Virginia University Sagnik Basumallik is with the Lane Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV 13244 USA. Sagnik’s research interests include power systems cybersecurity, operations, and optimization. In the past, he has worked in a different capacity at the University of Colorado-Boulder, Brookhaven National Laboratory, Independent System Operator, New England, Siemens
fulfilling manufacturers’ needs for skilled engineers.Partnerships with neighboring community colleges and technical schools help to realign theexisting curriculum, develop new courses, and laboratories, and share resources. Thesepartnerships will not only support students but also help colleges develop new certificate orassociate degree programs.Establishing a new engineering technology program that fulfills ABET ETAC requirements is amajor undertaking not only for the administration but also for the faculty and staff. There is a hugeresponsibility to develop the curriculum and assessment tools to meet the program objectives,achieve student outcomes and satisfy the university requirements. All regional campuses of thisinstitution are uniquely co
and equitable course design checklist that enables facultyto proactively incorporate inclusive principles into various aspects of their course design,including syllabi, content, assessment, and pedagogy. With input from students, educators,and instructors, this checklist is primarily designed for mechanical engineering faculty, withan emphasis on aspects such as design and laboratories. Still, it can be widely applied to otherengineering courses.Furthermore, our paper seeks to shed light on the dynamic nature of such checklists. Giventhat our understanding of learning and human identity continues to evolve, we mustcontinually re-evaluate how we perceive equity and inclusivity in education. Hence, weenvision our checklist as a living document
, Northwestern State University, and Franklin University. Dr. Bachnak received his B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical Engineering from Ohio University. His experience includes several fellow- ships with NASA and the US Navy Laboratories and employment with Koch Industries. Dr. Bachnak is a registered Professional Engineer in the State of Texas, a senior member of IEEE and ISA, and a member of ASEE. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Engineering and Engineering Technology Capstone Design Teams Lead to Successful ProjectsAbstract- The electrical engineering (EE) and electrical engineering technology (EET) programsat Penn State Harrisburg have two
required by the 4IR is a significant burden. Traditional engineering curriculum typicallyattempt to blend theoretical knowledge, following the disciplines of mathematics and thesciences, with practical skills. Mechanical engineers, for example, might take courses inmathematics, physics and design supplemented with laboratory experiences teachingprogramming, machining, and Computer-Aided Design (CAD). The results of these curricula areengineers with a broad understanding of many subjects, with some applied skill sets. However,the number and complexity of courses required for successful establishment in industry makesengineering programs the longest programs in universities (as measured by credit hour). Johnsonet al. [8] found that among
Engineering at the University of Dayton. He received his B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering at UCA in El Salvador. He obtained his M.S. from Clemson University and his Ph.D. from Mississippi State University, both in Chemical Engineering. His laboratory research involves nanotechnology in chemical and biological pro- cesses. His educational research interests are community-based learning, open-ended laboratory experi- ments, teamwork, collaborative and active learning, and Transport Phenomena computational modeling.Dr. Homero Murzi, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Dr. Homero Murzi (he/´el/his) is an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering Education at Virginia Tech. Homero is the leader of the
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course covers major microfabrication techniques from theory topractice, used to develop micro devices or components. This includes a hands-on laboratorysegment of the course during which students work in groups with guidance from the instructor tofabricate MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) from blank silicon wafers in a cleanroom. Students are expected to develop their own MEMS design and perform all lab processeson the silicon wafers, including CAD design, photolithography, doping, etching multiple layers,etc. The hands-on laboratory segment of the course provides students with a unique opportunityto work in a modern, clean room and physically perform the complex processes required todevelop MEMS wafers from scratch.As another assignment
damitht6@my.yorku.ca, a.d.n50@hotmail.com, mjadidi@yorku.caKEY WORDS: Virtual Reality, Engineering Education, Earth systems, Experiential EducationABSTRACT:Learning complex engineering concepts in varying fields, from learning how to prototype a circuit on a breadboard all the way tolearning about the complex geological features that make up well known terrains, require hands-on experience as well as accessto sophisticated equipment. In the former situation, many educational institutions can afford lab equipment such as electroniccomponents and large laboratory workplaces. However, there are instances where purchasing expensive equipment for learningis not a viable option. In the latter case, learning about the geological features of a place such
finances as well aslocation of the institution. Intercity campuses face very different challenges when it comes toexpansion compared to rural campuses, and the low frequency of 1’s in the responses suggestthere might not be straightforward strategies to overcoming this obstacle.Of the 19 statements that were rated with a score of 4 or 5 with a frequency of 29% or greater,statement 48, which deals with independent access to laboratories by students, is the only onewhere no one responded with a 5. These results suggest that while independent access forstudents is a concern, it is not one of the most pressing concerns for new programs. This may betied to availability of resources related to running an academic makerspace, including differentmodels
Paper ID #36545A Review of Multi-Disciplinary Introduction-to-Engineering Courses andUnified-First-Year Engineering ProgramsDr. Gregory J. Mazzaro, The Citadel Dr. Mazzaro earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Boston University in 2004, a Master of Science from the State University of New York at Binghamton in 2006, and a Ph.D. from North Carolina State University in 2009. From 2009 to 2013, he worked as an Electronics Engineer for the United States Army Research Laboratory in Adelphi, Maryland. For his technical research, Dr. Mazzaro studies the unintended behaviors of radio-frequency electronics
teaches advanced undergraduate laboratory courses and manages the senior capstone program in the Micron School. He ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Building a Communication-Integrated Curriculum in Materials ScienceAbstractWith the need to meet ABET outcomes around professional skills, such as communication andteamwork, engineering programs have long explored approaches to ensure their graduates areable to participate in the workplace in ways that employers demand. While approaches vary andsuccess depends on a number of factors, research demonstrates that an integrated approach toprofessional skill development is the most impactful for student learning. How can anengineering program build an
mainly focus on Smart Structures Technology, Smart Connected Health, Structural Control and Health Monitoring and Innovative Engineering Education.Dr. Xiaorong Zhang, San Francisco State University Dr. Xiaorong Zhang is an Associate Professor in Computer Engineering in the School of Engineering at San Francisco State University (SFSU). She is the Director of the Intelligent Computing and Embedded Systems Laboratory (ICE Lab) at SFSU. She has broad research experience in human-machine interfaces, embedded systems, and engineering education. She is a recipient of the NSF CAREER Award to develop the next-generation neural-machine interfaces (NMI) for electromyography (EMG)-controlled neurore- habilitation. She is a
an engineering technology introductory foundations course. The course is requiredfor all students in the engineering technology department and is recommended for studentsexploring the engineering technology discipline, creating a unique culture within the classroom.The course includes two lectures, one recitation, and a two-hour hands-on laboratory summingup five hours of class time in a 4-credit course. The course has a total enrollment of over 300undergraduate students from more than twelve different majors. Students enrolled in the coursecompleted a set of surveys based on the Intrinsic Motivation Inventory (IMI) which is based onSelf Determination Theory and is designed to measure perceived interest, intrinsic motivation,and other
of engineeringas found in a study comparing 1994 and 2004 engineering graduates [5]. Research suggests thatABET outcomes be taught through traditional lecture courses, laboratory courses, and project-based learning such as capstone and cornerstone projects [4]. Some ABET outcomes, forexample 3,4, 5, and 7 (as denoted in Table 1), can be perceived as less technical, focusing onabilities such as communicating “effectively with a range of audiences”, functioning “effectivelyon a team”, and recognizing “ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situationsand [making] informed judgements” [1]. Supporting ABET’s teaming outcomes, research showsthat to succeed in industry, engineers must have multidisciplinary teaming skills, such as