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Glenn S. Kohne

Session 1664 An Autograding (Student) Problem Management System for the Compeuwtir Ilittur8. Glenn S. Kohne Loyola College in MarylandAbstract:In order to develop analysis skills necessary in engineering disciplines, students need practice solving problemsusing specified analytical techniques. Unless homework is collected and graded, students tend not to spendmuch time or effort in performing it. Teachers do not, realistically, have the time to grade large numbers ofhomework problems on a regular basis. This paper presents and makes available a

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S. Hossein Mousavinezhad

. 1532 Computerized Tools in Digital Signal Processing S. Hossein Mousavinezhad Professor and Chairman Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI 49008INTRODUCTION Digital Signal Processing (DSP) is an important and growing areain electrical/computer engineering with applications in electronics,communication/control systems and biomedical instrumentation. The author has taughtundergraduate and graduate courses in DSP where students

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B. S. Sridhara

Session 3547 Curriculum Integration of Some Engineering Technology Courses With Sunrayce 95 B. S. Sridhara Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) Abstract The US Department of Energy (DOE) organizes a solar car race called Sunrayce, once in every twoyears. This race is open for all colleges and universities in the North American continent. As faculty advisorfor the undergraduate team here at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU), I

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Steven S. Schneiderman

Session 3233 Industrial Energy Management Curriculum Steven S. Schneiderman Murray State University Implementation of an energy management curriculum involves cooperative efforts amongstudents, faculty, and local industry engineers. Two successful initiatives have occurred. The firstfocuses upon committing an entire class to one industrial site. On site instruction regardingthermodynamics, system analyses, mass transfer, plant operations and energy economics isfollowed by focused data collection and analyses. Students become cognizant of real worldengineering

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Neal S. Widmer

.—. Session 3547 Microcontroller Animation Neal S. Widmer Purdue University Abstract Students in a typical Associates level technology curriculum go from studying relatively simple sequentiallogic circuits like counters and registers, to trying to understand and apply a microprocessor. As a result manystudents have great difficulty visualizing and truly understanding the flow of data inside a computer system.Verbal descriptions accompanying diagrams

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Gary S. Godfrey

Session 2230 Review of a Possible Model for Technology Aided Engineering Design Graphics Gary S. Godfrey Northern Illinois UniversityAbstract This research project looks at the present state of 2-D Visualization. It uncovers 3-D Visualizationlearning issues using an analysis technique. Integration of solid modeling into the curriculum is refined usingthree advanced cognitive Instructional Design training techniques. The model of Cognitive Apprenticeship isexamined. The theory of Contextual Module Analysis is put into practice

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Byron S. Gottfried

I Session 1253 -— - ,-.. .. —.. Should Computer Programming Be Taught To All First-Year Engineering Students? Byron S. Gottfried University of Pittsburgh Abstract This paper presents the pros and cons of the programming requirement for all first-year engineeringstudents, based upon

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Joel S. Hirschhorn

1 Session 3251 SHOULD ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERS TRUST RISK ASSESSMENTS? Joel S. Hirschhorn Hirschhorn & AssociatesRisk assessment is no panacea for making ditllcuk decisions about the priority, extent, and objectives of cleanups -of hazardous waste sites. Whenever critics of cleanup programs, such as the

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Paulo S. F. Barbosa

I -- —-.. Session 2360 : ..— Global Engineering Education Trends and Their Impacts on Brazilian Engineering Programs Paulo S. F. Barbosa Civil Engineering Department State University of Campinas-Unicamp P.O. Box 6021, 13083-970, Campinas-SP, BrazilIntroduction There have been

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Paul S. Chinowsky; Jorge A. Vanegas

Session 1221 Combining Practice and Theory in Construction Education Curricula Paul S. Chinowsky and Jorge A. Vanegas Georgia Institute of TechnologyAbstract The development of construction education curricula has undergone several significant changes overthe last several decades. Existing construction programs fall primarily under two categories, constructionengineering and construction management programs. Further, construction education is significantlydifferent at the undergraduate and graduate levels and within engineering and non-engineering

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John S. Gillard; Gary P. Maul

Session 3557 Teaching The Tools of Quality Gary P. Maul John S. Gillard The Ohio State University Honda of America Manufacturing Columbus, OH Marysville, OHIntroduction Total Quality Management (TQM) is not the panacea it might have promised to be. However, the tools ofquality used in TQM are of considerable value. Used correctly they can be used to resolve many businessconcerns. Correct use comes from teaching not only the tools

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Nelson C. Baker; Paul S. Chinowsky

Session 3515 Technology in the Civil Engineering Classroom: Introduction and Assessment Nelson C. Baker1, Paul S. Chinowsky2 Georgia Institute of Technology Abstract The introduction of innovative technologies into the civil engineering classroom is providingunprecedented opportunities to examine traditional educational methodologies. The development of video,multimedia, and advanced computer modelling technologies provides educators with the tools to divergefrom the static arena of

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Samuel S. Lee; R. Narasimhan; M. Lewis Temares

Session 1275 IMPaCT - A Pilot Program Creating an Integrated Mathematics, Physics and Communication Track in the Engineering Curriculum M. Lewis Temares, R. Narasimhan and Samuel S. Lee College of Engineering, University of MiamiIntroduction Like many other engineering institutions in this country, the College of Engineering at the University ofMiami has encountered problems with student retention, particularly for the freshmen class. During theirtransition from high school to college, freshmen students often have difficulty adjusting to

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Forrest S. Keeler; Dr. Mihir K. Das

- .-. Session 3255 AN INNOVATIVE GRADUATE PROGRAM IN SYSTEMS ENGINEERING Mihir K. Das, Ph.D. California State University, Long Beach and Forrest S. Keeler Rockwell International, Seal Beach, California Abstract The College of Engineering of the California State University, Long Beach (CSULB), in partnershipwith Rockwell International, has

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S. P. Carullo; R. Fischl; C. O. Nwankpa

Session 1626 Integrating a Power Systems Laboratory into a Client/Server Based Computing Environment S. P. Carullo, C. O. Nwankpa, and R. Fischl Drexel University1. AbstractThe primary goal of the project is to develop a set of experiments which will allow students to examinepower systems in a realistic manner. Drexel University’s Interconnected Power Systems L.uboratory(ZPSL) provides an interchangeable real-life power system network and a computer interface to the systemin order to provide control and data capturing. The computer interface utilizes clientherver and

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Michael S. Leonard; Donald E. Beasley; D. Jack Elzinga

Session 3657 Curriculum Innovation and Renewal Donald E. Beasley, D. Jack Elzinga, Michael S. Leonard Clemson University / University of Florida / Clemson University Engineering as a discipline has been taught for centuries. Over the years, a standard engineeringcurriculum (with many variations) has evolved. However, engineering curriculum development has notfollowed a structured approach. While accreditation agencies have provided general guidelines, courses wereoften created and taught by the instructor most interested in the subject area. The result

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Joan A. Burtner; Benjamin S. Kelley; Allen F. Grum

. — Session 2653 ..-. -- An Experimental Program to Enhance Retention of At-Risk Freshmen Benjamin S. Kelley, Joan A. Burtner, and Allen F. Grum Mercer University School of Engineering, Macon, Georgia INTRODUCTION In the Fall of 1992, the Mercer University School of Engineering implemented an experimental programentitled Applications in Math and Science (AIMS). This program targeted marginally-qualified and thus at-riskentering engineering freshmen. The goals of the program were to 1) increase the rate of

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Walter Beck; S. Rebecca Thomas; Janet Drake; J. Philip East; Eugene Wallingford

Session 1626 Pattern-based Programming Instruction* J. Philip East, S. Rebecca Thomas, Eugene Wallingford, Walter Beck, Janet Drake University of Northern Iowa/Marist College Several years ago a group of our computer science faculty began seriously examining initialprogramming instruction. We discovered a shared perception that too many students don't write reason-able programs even after completing a semester course in programming. Others have noted the same mayeven be true after the second course (e.g., [1]). There is cause for concern as computer applicationspervade our society, often in life-critical situations. Our students are producing some of

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Francisco Vaz; Ana Maria Tomé; Paulo J. S. G. Ferreira

Session 1532 Teaching the Theory of Signals and Systems A Proposal for a Curriculum Francisco Vaz, Ana Maria Tomé, Paulo J. S. G. Ferreira Departamento de Electrónica e Telecomunicações/ INESC Universidade Aveiro, 3800 Aveiro, Portugal email:fvaz@inesca.pt Introduction In the University of Aveiro, a new Portuguese University (only twenty years old), theteaching of the Theory of Signals and Systems is done within the Department of Electronics andTelecommunications

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William G. Sullivan; W. R. Callen; T. A. Weigel; S. M. Jeter; J. T. Luxhoj; Herman R Leep; Hamid R. Parsaei; Gerald J. Thuesen; C. S. Park; A. Koblasz

I Session 1239 .— - ...... Evaluating Students’ Performance in a New Course Sequence with Economic -.. . and Design Principles in the Undergraduate Engineering Curriculum W. R. Callen, S. M. Jeter, A. Koblasz, G. J. Thuesen/H. R. Parsaei, H. R. Leep, T. A. Weigel/J. T. Luxhoj/C. S. Park/W. G. Sullivan Georgia Institute of Technology/University of Louisville/Rutgers University/ Auburn University/Virginia

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Paulo S. F. Barbosa; Enno 'Ed' Koehn; J. G. P. Andrade; E. Luvizzoto Jr.

I -— . . . Session 2660 . — Challenges to Teach Modern Hydraulics and Water Resources Engineering in Brazil P. S. F. Barbosa, E. Koelle, J. G. P. Andrade, and E. Luvizzoto Jr. Civil Engineering Department State University of Campinas-Unicamp P.O. Box 6021, 13083-970, Campinas-SP, BrazilIntroduction Brazil is a country where hydraulic

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Richard W. Crain; Michael S. Trevisan; Kenneth L. Gentili; Dale E. Calkins; D. C. Davis

Session 1608 Competency-Based Engineering Design Projects a a b c a D. C. Davis , R. W. Crain Jr. , D. E. Calkins , K. L. Gentili , M. S. Trevisan a b c Washington State University , University of Washington , Tacoma Community CollegeABSTRACTAn outcomes-based approach to education is becoming essential for engineering educators.Design competencies help one define educational outcomes, develop plans for achievingintegrated design experience, and document educational

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William H. Tranter; Theodore S. Rappaport; Jeffrey H. Reed; Donna M. Krizman; Brian D. Woerner

Session 1626 CURRICULUM INNOVATION FOR SIMULATION AND DESIGN OF WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS 1 2 1 1 1Theodore S. Rappaport , William H. Tranter , Jeffrey H. Reed , Brian D. Woerner , Donna M. Krizman 1 2 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University / University of Missouri - Rolla http://www.ee.vt.edu/mprg/education/nsf/nsf.htmlABSTRACT The U. S. telecommunications industry is experiencing

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Ph.D., Lora S. Spangler; Ph.D., Kourosh Rahnamai; John P Farris Ph.D.; Ph.D., John Maleyeff

Session 1626 Implementation of an Integrated Manufacturing & Controls Laboratory Kourosh Rahnamai, Ph.D., John P. Farris, Ph.D., John Maleyeff, Ph.D./ Lora S. Spangler, Ph.D. Western New England College/ Monsanto CorporationAbstract This project will provide the means to initiate an integrated manufacturing and controls laboratory inthe School of Engineering at Western New England College. The laboratory will have a major impact onmanufacturing and control courses, and provide a means for developing an interdisciplinary senior laboratoryexercise. The objectives of the integrated laboratory are

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Robert Pfeffer; Rajesh N. Dave; Jonathan Luke; Ian S. Fischer; Anthony D. Rosato

Session 1626 PARTICLE TECHNOLOGY IN THE ENGINEERING CURRICULUM AT NJIT Ian S. Fischer, Rajesh N. Dave, Jonathan Luke, Anthony D. Rosato and Robert Pfeffer New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark, NJ 07102Abstract This paper discusses the development of a three-course concentration in particle technology at NJIToffered across the engineering curriculum which addresses the urgent need for undergraduate and graduateeducation in this vital field of manufacturing. Funded by an NSF-CRCD grant, a major goal is to integrate recentparticle

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

Session 1626 PRIDE: Photonics Research in Interdisciplinary Education M. S. Unlu, M. F. Ruane, B. B. Goldberg, T. D. Moustakas, B. E. A. Saleh, and M. C. Teich Center for Photonics Research, Boston University Abstract A new combined research-curriculum development (CRCD) program at Boston University titledPhotonics Research in Interdisciplinary Education (PRIDE) is described. The PRIDE program is designedto demonstrate vertically integrated curriculum development by incorporating three levels of modules intoa wide

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Ron K. Bhada; J. Derald Morgan; Abbas Ghassemi

Session 2 2 5 1 Engineering Education by An Application Oriented Design Ron K. Bhada, Abbas Ghassemi, J. Derald Morgan New Mexico State University Waste-management Education & Research ConsortiumIntroduction: Efficient and safe management of a sustainable environment is an increasingly critical national goal. It is a b r o a d i s s u e which c a n n o t b ea d d r e s s e d b y a n y o n e entity a n d r e q u i r e s a multi-disciplinary, multi-organizational a p p r o a c h . In 1990, the U . S . D e p a r t

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David F. Ollis; Ann Brown

Session 1 2 6 1 Team Teaching: A Freshman Engineering Rhetoric and Laboratory Ann B r o w n ( C o l l e g e o f E n g i n e e r i n g W r i t i n g A s s i s t a n c e P r o g r a m ) and David F. Ollis (Chemical Engineering) North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27695 Abstract Team teaching usually involves the back-and-forth trading of lecturing between two instructors. The present example illustrates a looser side- by-side collaboration consisting of a first year rhetoric, based upon readings, poetry, and videos in technology, literature and history, and a “hands-on” laboratory centered around consumer

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G. Kardos; C. O. Smith

the curriculum. Both accreditation Boards view “design” as an open-ended process which requires students to formulate problem statements and specifications,c o n s i d e r a l t e r n a t i v e s , c o n s i d e r f e a s i b i l i t y , include realistic constraints, and make rea-s o n a b l e d e c i s i o n s , i . e . , for students to think and act. The question, especially in engi-neering science courses, is: “How can this be done?” The skills necessary to carry outthe design process can not be learned by listening to lectures but must be acquired byp r a c t i c e . Engineering cases and consulting problems are excellent ways to provide contextfor practicing these skills.Engineering Cases An engineering case is a written record

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Yildirim Omurtag; Rawin Raviwongse

role in theeconomy. During the 1990's a double digit growth (11.8-13.9%) has been recorded.[2] The manufacturingsector's share of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) has increased steadily from 13% in 1960 to 26% in1990. During the same period the agricultural share of the GDP has dropped from 40% to just over 12%.[3] In order to support the rapidly expanding manufacturing sector, there is considerable need forskilled personnel in the manufacturing field. During the mid 1980's to the early 1990's, Thailand hasexperienced a scarcity of technical personnel at all employment levels. The situation compelled thegovernment to relax the employment regulations governing non-Thai engineers, scientists, and techniciansand to establish a long term