Collection

2001 Annual Conference

Authors

Michael Ropp; Steven Hietpas

laboratory exercises. One such redesign, currently beingsupported under the Adaptation and Implementation track of the NSF’s CCLI program, is thesubject of this paper. An existing undergraduate “electric machines” course has been convertedinto an “EMEC systems” course in which power generation, power processing, and end-useequipment are integrated. A "just-in-time" strategy has been adapted and implemented into theEMEC course. Of particular interest is the need to provide students with end-to-end instructionon the analysis and design steps followed in the development of an electric drive system.I. IntroductionPower electronic devices have enabled unprecedented control over and flexibility of EMEC, andbecause of their advantages such devices have

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2000 Annual Conference

Authors

Farrukh Alvi; Chiang Shih

areas: thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluidmechanics, where they are usually taught as separate entities over three or more semesters. Thisapproach is pedagogically convenient but not necessarily effective since it creates the falseimpression among the students that the analysis of a thermal system is simply a combination ofseveral loosely related disciplines. The newly designed thermal course-sequence is designed tocorrect this deficiency by integrating these subjects into a single two-semester course sequenceto provide students with a coherent understanding of a complete thermal system. A paralleleffort is also underway to combine the traditional thermal and fluid laboratory course into theintegrated thermal course. In addition to the

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1998 Annual Conference

Authors

Kenneth Reid

Session 2248 Introducing Freshman EET Students to Design and Software Simulation Tools Kenneth J. Reid Purdue School of Engineering and Technology Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) Indianapolis, INAbstract:This paper will discuss the introduction of electronics simulation software and a designexperiment into a Freshman level Electrical Engineering Technology circuits course. This designexperiment replaces three laboratory experiments, and requires students to

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1996 Annual Conference

Authors

T. D. Moustakas; M. S. Unlu; M. F. Ruane; M. C. Teich; B. E. A. Saleh; B. B. Goldberg

range of existing courses. Examples of photonics research and knowledge are molded into mod-ules to enrich standard core, specialized elective and design courses of undergraduate and early graduatecurricula. An interdisciplinary faculty team has been formed to develop integrative learning experiencesfocusing on modern research in photonics as an important and interesting problem area. Modules arebased on and demonstrated by recent photonics research, including photonic materials and devices, opticaldata storage, optical communications, displays and photonics systems. Self-contained applications modulesintegrate engineering concepts in upper division core. Laboratory practicums provide empirical experiencesto supplement photonics electives

Conference Session

Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL) Technical Session - Instructional Technology 1

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joseph Speight P.E., United States Military Academy; Brett Rocha P.E., United States Military Academy; Brock E. Barry P.E., United States Military Academy

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

promising course of action hasbeen the migration to develop the “classatory”. This is a trend in higher education whereclassrooms and laboratories join in a single space. Such spaces maximize classroom squarefootage and help to create a more active learning environment. This case study paper showcasesan ability to develop these multi-use spaces at a fraction of the cost. This shows how seeminglysmall, deliberate decisions can lead to a more significant number of more effective and engagingclassrooms.IntroductionFor many years in higher level education, it was assumed that engineering labs had to beexpansive, dedicated buildings filled with expensive equipment. And in many universities, that’sstill the case. However, in Educating the Engineer of

Conference Session

Information and Network Security

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Maurice F. Aburdene, Bucknell University; Kundan Nepal, Bucknell University

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Computing & Information Technology

AC 2011-657: SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS, DATA COMMUNICA-TIONS, AND SIMULATIONMaurice F. Aburdene, Bucknell University Maurice Felix Aburdene is a Professor of Electrical Engineering and Professor of Computer Science at Bucknell University. His teaching and research interests include control systems, parallel algorithms, simulation of dynamic systems, distributed algorithms, computer communication networks, computer- assisted laboratories, and signal processing.Kundan Nepal, Bucknell University Kundan Nepal is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at Bucknell University. His research interests span the areas of reliable nanoscale digital VLSI systems, embedded computing using

Conference Session

ASEE Multimedia Session

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2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Andrew Sterian; Andrew Blauch

Session 2793 A Practical Application Digital Systems Course For All Engineering Majors Andrew J. Blauch, Andrew Sterian Padnos School of Engineering Grand Valley State UniversityAbstractThis paper discusses the development of the Introduction to Digital Systems course at GrandValley State University. As this course is a prerequisite for all engineering majors prior tosecondary admission, the course focuses on the practical application of digital systems to solveengineering problems. During the laboratory

Conference Session

Issues in Computer Education

Collection

2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Jeff Nadel; Daniel Walsh

, the returns oninvestments in this form of educational practice have justified the expense. True education residesin experiential learning, however, not all experiences are equally valuable. We must optimize ourstudents experience. Laboratory intensive education and a capstone senior project requirementhave provided Poly graduates with a margin for excellence. This exposure is valuable becauseengineers are inherently innovators, the nature of engineering is problem identification andsolution. Engineers have designed and built the structure and the infrastructure of society in eachand every era, and in each and every sector. From chips to ships, from “It” to “Freedom”engineers use the materials of their age to shape their world. Thus, if the

Conference Session

Computer Based Measurements

Collection

2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Glenn Gerdin

Virtual Instruments for Distance Learning G. Gerdin Old Dominion University Norfolk, VA 23529Abstract- Using the sound card and CD player that are virtually a standard on the personal computer, LabVIEW virtualinstrument programs have been developed that transform these instruments into a dual-channel virtual oscilloscope and avirtual function generator. With the addition of an inexpensive analog multi-meter, and some simple signal-conditioningcircuits, these instruments can be calibrated and used in both analog and digital electronics laboratories to perform

Conference Session

Manufacturing Materials and Processes

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wayne P. Hung, Texas A&M University; Adam Farmer, Texas A&M University

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Manufacturing

interaction among students sinceeach person will produce his/her own individual part. At the end of training lessons, someinstructors may verbally describe the link of different processes and how a product would flowamong those processes. A manufacturing department typically has to purchase many identicalmachine tools and different tooling sets for variety of possible operations on each machine type.The operating cost of such manufacturing laboratory is high and some students might notcomprehend the link among different processes. This model is popular among communitycolleges or vocational schools, but may not be best for engineering students since the latter onlyneed to understand the manufacturing processes and flow sequence rather than acquiring

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2013 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

Authors

Daniel R. Miskin; W. Roy Penney; Edgar C. Clausen

ranging 𝑚3 𝑔𝑎𝑙from 2.2-2.8 ℎ𝑟 (9.8-12.2 𝑚𝑖𝑛 or gpm). The jet force was 3.5-19.8% higher than the calculatedforce due to gravity based on the mass of the deflector (𝐹𝑔 = 𝑚𝑔), indicating that there areexperimental errors which need to be corrected.IntroductionEngineering has its roots in applied science and mathematics, blending the skills of analyticalthinking, design and problem solving. Clearly, engineering students benefit from the “hands-on”aspects of their education such as co-ops/internships, research and undergraduate laboratories.Despite this fact, there has been a pedagogical shift toward classroom and lecture-basedengineering education, and away from laboratory education, over the past 30 years.1-3

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2013 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

Authors

Garth V. Crosby

Low Cost Collaborative & Portable Electronics Lab Kit Garth V. Crosby Department of Technology, College of Engineering, Southern Illinois University CarbondaleAbstractThe current growth in online program is exponential. However, undergraduate programs inengineering and engineering technology has not benefited from this growth as otherprograms. One of the main factors that encourage this disparity is the difficulty andinfeasibility of incorporating the required laboratory experiences into an online/distanceeducation program. In this paper, an attempt is made to provide a potential solution for

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2013 Public Policy Colloquium

Authors

Mike Molnar

Dempsey, Patrick, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Werkheiser, Niki, NASAArizona State University Guroff, Robert, Brown University Robertson, Susan, Solon City Schools Alt, Michael, Eastman Kodak Company Kolwey, Neil, SWEEP Ulintz, Peter, Anchor Manufacturing Group Duggan, Maureen, Congresswoman Louise Slaughter Wolfenbarger, Debora, NASA Jet Propulsion LaboratoryAssociation of Public and Land-grant Universities

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Poster Session

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Radian G. Belu, Southern University and A&M College

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

in its nature. Power electronics design, modeling and analysis include circuit theory,electromagnetics, semiconductor devices, microprocessors, signal processing, control, simulation, heattransfer, electromagnetic compatibility and even artificial intelligence. The classical instruction approachis based on lectures and laboratories assisted by teachers. However, power electronics teaching is not aneasy task, due to subject complexity, difficulties and student motivation. A natural and efficient way ofteaching power electronics is the problem-oriented and project-based learning (PBL) approach. PBL, as aproblem-centered teaching motivates students to learn actively, bringing real professional world andrequirements closer to the student, is

Conference Session

Electrical Energy Courses - Labs and Projects

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yazan Alsmadi, Ohio State University ; Kaichien Tsai, Ohio State University; Mark J. Scott, Ohio State University; Longya Xu, Ohio State University; Aimeng Wang

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Electronics and Motor Drives EducationABSTRACTThis paper presents a new Power Electronics and Motor Drives Laboratory at the Ohio StateUniversity (OSU). The laboratory implemented an alternative style of teaching referred to as an“Open Space Laboratory.” In this approach, students are provided with all the facilities to dotheir laboratory work in an openly available work space that can be accessed at a time that isconvenient for them. However, due to safety considerations, the implementation at OSU stillincludes one instructor and at least one lab-monitor to manage potential personnel and equipmentsafety issues.This lab course is designed for college seniors and graduate students. It includes a unique set ofexperiments

Conference Session

Activities and Assessment for “Awkward ABET Outcomes”

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Clifton B. Farnsworth, Brigham Young University; Ronald W. Welch, The Citadel; Michael J McGinnis, University of Texas at Tyler; Geoff Wright, Brigham Young University

Tagged Divisions

Civil Engineering

abilityto both think critically and be creative. One specific location that civil engineering curriculumcan be appropriately targeted for strengthening the innovation and creativity skills withinstudents is within the laboratory setting.A colloquy held in 2002, established thirteen different fundamental objectives of engineeringinstructional laboratories.4 Of these, several specifically feed into the notion of students learningand exercising innovation and creativity in the lab, including learning about appropriately usingexperimental approach, collecting and analyzing data, designing and building experiments,learning from failure, demonstrating independent creativity, selecting and appropriately usingengineering tools, and making sound engineering

Conference Session

Innovation in Construction Engineering Education I

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kirsten Davis, Boise State University; R. Casey Cline, Boise State University

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Construction

. Page 14.703.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Improving Construction Management Course Comprehension through Experiential LearningAbstractWhile lectures are the most common way to teach students, they are not necessarily the best wayto convey some types of information. Consider the famous quote by Confucius: “I hear and Iforget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand.”This paper discusses a hands-on experiential learning laboratory, which complements the lecturein a Construction Management (CM) materials and methods course. Many CM programs avoidhands-on experiences due to the vocational/technical stigma. However, experiential learningtransforms construction concepts that are often

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division Poster Session

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wei Zhan, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

technicians who are only responsible for data collection but not necessarily for dataanalysis. As a part of the curriculum enhancement effort, GR&R was taught to students in a SixSigma and Applied Statistics course in the Electronic Systems Engineering Technology programat Texas A&M University. A laboratory was developed for the course to provide students withthe opportunity to learn how to conduct Gauge R&R analysis. During the laboratory in the firstsemester, it was discovered that Gauge R&R could also be used as a troubleshooting tool. Thispaper discusses the details of how Gauge R&R was introduced in the class, implemented in thelaboratory, and used as a troubleshooting tool in the laboratory. The students self-evaluated

Conference Session

Ocean and Marine Tech Session

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert W. Whalin PE, Jackson State University; Qing Pang, Jackson State University

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Ocean and Marine

Research Laboratory (1998- 2003; Adelphi, Md.), and Technical Director /Director of Waterways Experiment Station (1985-1998; Vicksburg, Miss.). He has authored/co-authored over a hundred technical papers and reports during his career in private industry, government and academia. His current research interests are nearshore wave transformations, coastal structures, tsunami inundation, hurricane surges, high performance computing, and engineering education.Ms. Qing Pang, Jackson State University Ms Qing Pang is Research Associate in the Department of Computer Engineering, School of Engineer- ing, College of Science, Engineering & Technology, Jackson State University. She earned her M.S. in Electrical and Computer

Conference Session

Hands-On Learning in ET II

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Helene Jabbour, Purdue University ; Israa Azzam, Purdue University ; Isaac Elí Lago, Tecnologico de Monterrey ; Farid Breidi, Purdue University ; Jose M. Garcia, Purdue University

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

meet the expectations of a technical college oruniversity. Consequently, students not only tend to face challenges in assimilating core fluid powerconcepts but are also later confronted with a lack of hands-on skills in industry. Despite the effortsto incorporate interactive tools and methods into fluid power labs, the challenge remains in trainingstudents on the control and data acquisition of fluid power systems using flexible methods thatfoster learning and critical thinking. Therefore, this paper presents a set of laboratory modulesdesigned to introduce pneumatic systems design and control to fluid power college and universitycourses following a practical and inexpensive approach. It investigates the control of a pneumaticmanipulator

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Technical Session 1: Innovative Approaches to Teaching Energy-Related Concepts

Collection

2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Dale Litwhiler, Pennsylvania State University, Berks Campus; Neda Shourabi, Pennsylvania State University, Berks Campus

in an introductory electrical systemscourse laboratory. Prior to working with the garden lights, the students have become familiarwith basic circuit analysis techniques (Ohm’s law and Kirchhoff’s laws), energy, power, andefficiency as well as basic diode and solar cell operation. These concepts come together and aresolidified by the solar garden light laboratory exercises. Most students have seen the gardenlights outside of class but are not familiar with their components and operation. Severalmanufacturers and models of garden lights were investigated, and all were found to be easilydisassembled without damage and modified as necessary to allow access to the required systemparameters (voltages and currents). This paper describes the

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1981 North Midwest Section

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E. G. Anderson; P. K. Rajan; K. Sankara Rao; Val G. Tareski

) will cover the necessary material to the requireddepth at the right time. A new course, "Designing withMicroprocessors", developed by the EEE department at NDSU toachieve the above objectives is described in this paper. Itis a modification of earlier offerings on microprocessorstaught under the heading Special Topics. 2. COURSE SETTING AT NDSU A successful course in microprocessors for electrical en-gineering majors should cover hardware, programming and ap-plications and at the same time avoid undue emphasis in anyone aspect leading to either a technician's course or a pro-grammer;s course. Laboratory work involving microprocessorsshould form an integral part of the students' training. Inaddition to exposing the

Conference Session

ABET Accreditation of Multidisciplinary Programs

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shekhar Sharad, National Instruments

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

technologies based on Virtual Instrumentation, it is now possible toimplement multidisciplinary labs that span different facets of engineering from control and signalprocessing to embedded design, from chemistry and physics to electrical and computerengineering. In this paper, we will explain how Virtual Instrumentation helps to establishmultidisciplinary labs. We will also examine a modular, cost-effective, laboratory platform, NIELVIS (Educational Laboratory Virtual Instrumentation Suite) from National Instruments thathas gained acceptance in academia as platform to teach concepts in sensors & transducers,circuits, electronics, microcontroller programming, control, signal processing and embeddeddesign and test.1. IntroductionThe recent years

Conference Session

Computer and Electrical Engineering Technology Innovations

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Omer Farook, Purdue University Calumet; Chandra Sekhar, Purdue University Calumet; Essaid Bouktache, Purdue University Calumet

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Engineering Technology

with Microchip’s 16F88 MicrocontrollerAbstractThe paper expounds the course material that is developed dealing with Embedded SystemDesign. The course is designed for offering in Electrical, Electrical and Computer orMechatronics types of Engineering Technology or Engineering Programs.The paper examines the pedagogical aspects of the course which determines the successfullearning that is achieved in this course. First and foremost the course utilizes the C programmingwhich is the industry standard. It is based on 16F881 PIC Microchip microcontroller. 16F88 ischosen since it is a powerhouse of functionality and hence ideal for industrial, automotive andconsumer applications. The laboratory exercises that brings into focus most of the features

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1996 Annual Conference

Authors

David J. Beebe

Session 2309 TEACHING HANDS-ON BIOMEDICAL INSTRUMENTATION David J. Beebe Department of Biomedical Engineering Louisiana Tech University 711 S. Vienna Street Ruston, LA 71270INTRODUCTION Hands-on laboratory experience is an essential component of an engineer’s undergraduate training.In this paper the above hypothesis will be supported via personal experience and results of a survey ofprograms offering biomedical

Conference Session

Innovations in Teaching Upper-Level Physics

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert Ross, University of Detroit Mercy; Eswara Venugopal

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Engineering Physics & Physics

2006-975: AN INNOVATIVE INQUIRY-BASED EXPERIMENT ON THETEMPERATURE DEPENDENCE OF THE RESISTANCE OF A FILAMENT LAMPRobert Ross, University of Detroit MercyPrasad Venugopal, University of Detroit Mercy Page 11.190.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2006 An Innovative Inquiry-Based Experiment on the Temperature Dependence of the Resistance of a Filament LampAbstractWe have developed an innovative inquiry-based student laboratory activity dealing with thetemperature dependence of the resistance of a filament lamp. This introductory experiment isappropriate for a second semester general physics laboratory. The hands-on, active learninglaboratory

Conference Session

Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies - Bring Your Own Experiment

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Harry Courtney Powell, University of Virginia

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

Electrical and Computer Engineering in 2011 at the University of Virginia. His current research interests include machine learning, embedded systems, electrical power systems, and engineering education. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 BYOE: Self-Contained Power Supply Experiments with an Instrumented TransformerPresenter Information:The author welcomes the opportunity to collaborate on the development of courseware andexperiments related to power supply design as well as general Electrical and ComputerEngineering laboratory work. Design files and printed circuit fabrication for these experimentalsetups are available as well.Contact information:Prof. Harry

Conference Session

Community Engagement Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Simon Thomas Ghanat P.E., The Citadel; William J. Davis P.E., The Citadel; Dan D Nale PE, The Citadel - Civil & Environmental Engineering; Rebekah D Burke, The Citadel

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Community Engagement Division

beeffective engineers, CEE Department faculty used the Kolb’s experiential model to implement aservice-learning project in Geotechnical Engineering laboratory course during the spring of2019. The objective of this study is to assess student learning as a result of service learningpedagogy implemented in a Geotechnical Engineering laboratory course. This paper provides asummary of the case study assignment, motivation for the project, student-learning activities,assessments of student educational outcomes, conclusions and suggestions for future research.Case Study-Service Learning and Community Engagement at The CitadelDuring the spring of 2019, a community service-learning project was incorporated into threesections of a senior-level Geotechnical

Conference Session

Software and Hardware for Educators II

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jeffrey Richardson, Purdue University; James Jacob, Purdue University; Brant Price, Purdue University; Jeremiah Dole, Purdue University

Tagged Divisions

Computers in Education

laboratory experiments. The project included the development of a sine wavegenerator, logic pulse signal, and a programmable synchronous serial interface. The project isbased a Cypress programmable system on a chip or PSoC and a LabVIEW PC application. ThePSoC allows for a single chip solution of the sine wave generator by creating a programmablesquare wave that is then sent through an internal 4-pole filter to shape the desired sine wave.This approach is novel when compared to direct digital synthesis or look-up tables. The PSoCalso creates a programmable logic pulse output to provide a variable duty cycle square whenrequired. The programmable synchronous serial interface allows students to select theappropriate timing diagram and then specify the

Conference Session

Three P's in Introduction to Engineering

Collection

2003 Annual Conference

Authors

Jon Marvel; Charles Standridge

Session 3453 Development of a Freshman Engineering Measurements and Analysis Course Integrated with Calculus-based Statistics Jon H. Marvel, Charles R. Standridge Grand Valley State UniversityIntroductionAs part of the freshman course sequence, a laboratory based introductory engineeringmeasurements course is required of all engineering majors in the Padnos School of Engineering atGrand Valley State University. The course, which requires that the students have successfullycompleted Calculus I prior to enrolling, meets twice a week, once for two hours of lecture andonce for