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Emerging Trends in Engineering Education Poster Session

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Christopher Carroll, University of Minnesota-Duluth

AC 2007-745: A TURING MACHINE FOR THE 21ST CENTURYChristopher Carroll, University of Minnesota-Duluth CHRISTOPHER R. CARROLL Christopher R. Carroll earned his academic degrees from Georgia Tech and from Caltech. He is Director of Undergraduate Engineering in the College of Science and Engineering at the University of Minnesota Duluth and serves in the department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. His interests include special-purpose digital systems, VLSI, and microprocessor applications, especially in educational environments. Page 12.148.1© American Society for Engineering Education

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Educational Software

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Richard Smith, U. of St. Thomas - St. Paul

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Computers in Education

AC 2007-1160: A SPREADSHEET-BASED SIMULATION OF CPU INSTRUCTIONEXECUTIONRichard Smith, U. of St. Thomas - St. Paul Dr. Richard E. Smith is an assistant professor at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota. He has over 30 years of experience in computing systems, almost half of which has focused on information security. Dr. Smith has published two books in addition to numerous articles on information security. Dr. Smith earned a BS in engineering from Boston University, and an MS and PhD in computer science from the University of Minnesota. He is a member of the ACM, the ASEE, and a senior member of the IEEE

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Teaching Courses in Renewable Energy Systems

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert Weissbach, Pennsylvania State University-Erie; Isaac Aunkst, General Dynamics Corporation

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

AC 2007-1213: A MICROCONTROLLER-BASED SOLAR PANEL TRACKINGSYSTEMRobert Weissbach, Pennsylvania State University-Erie Robert Weissbach is an associate professor of engineering in the Electrical Engineering Technology department at Penn State Erie, the Behrend College, where he is currently the program chair. His research interests are in power electronics, power systems and multidisciplinary education.Isaac Aunkst, General Dynamics Corporation Isaac Aunkst received his Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology from Penn State Erie, The Behrend College in 2006. Upon graduation he worked for GE Transportation Systems on locomotive electrical and instrumentation systems. He has

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Laboratory and Internship Innovations in IT/IS

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert Walters, Pennsylvania State University; John Bertoty, Blueroof Technologies, Inc.

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Information Systems

AC 2007-1219: TECHNOLOGICAL ASPECTS OF A SMART COTTAGE FORSENIORSRobert Walters, Pennsylvania State UniversityJohn Bertoty, Blueroof Technologies, Inc. Page 12.1375.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Development of a Smart Cottage for SeniorsAbstractThis paper presents the design, development and construction of a new kind of housing for seniorcitizens. A Smart Cottage for Seniors has been developed that is accessible, affordable and containstechnology to keep the seniors at home longer, safer and healthier. The cottage uses Universal designtechniques that ensure that the cottage will change with the needs of the occupants. A

Conference Session

Assessment Methods

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Thomas Currin, Southern Polytechnic State University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2007-839: A MODEL FOR SUCCESSFULLY MEASURING PROGRAMOUTCOMESThomas Currin, Southern Polytechnic State University Page 12.66.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 ! !∀ !# ∃# ∃ ∀ % !&

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Digital and Embedded System Design

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Clint Kohl, Cedarville University; Keith Shomper, Cedarville University

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Electrical and Computer

AC 2007-2128: CEDARLOGIC ? A NEW GRAPHICAL DIGITAL LOGIC CADTOOLClint Kohl, Cedarville University Dr. Kohl serves as Associate Professor of Computer Engineering at Cedarville University. He earned his B.S.E.E. from South Dakota State University, his M.S.E.E. from University of North Dakota, and his Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from Iowa State University. His areas of interest include digital electronics, computer architecture, programmable logic devices, and microprocessor systems.Keith Shomper, Cedarville University Dr. Shomper serves as an Associate Professor of Computer Science and has been at Cedarville Universtiy since August 2003. He received his B.A. in Mathematics from the

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Technology Integration in the Classroom for Manufacturing II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Anderson, Oregon Institute of Technology

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Manufacturing

AC 2007-2211: A COST-EFFECTIVE AUTOMATION AND ROBOTICS LABJohn Anderson, Oregon Institute of Technology Page 12.25.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 A Cost Effective Automation & Robotics LabAbstractMuch work has been published in the area of design of laboratory exercises and facilities tosupport teaching robotics and automation. New opportunities are becoming available, however,to allow laboratory facilities that are portable, have applications to a wide range of subjects, andare inexpensive.A large software manufacturer has recently entered the robotics software arena with a uniqueapproach. They are supporting small hobby class robots

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Undergraduate Spacecraft Design II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert Brown, U.S. Air Force Academy; Lynnane George, U.S. Air Force Academy

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Aerospace

AC 2007-2223: DEVELOPMENT OF A LEARNING-FOCUSED COREASTRONAUTICS COURSERobert Brown, U.S. Air Force Academy Dr. Rob Brown is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Astronautics, United States Air Force Academy. He is the department’s Director of Assessment and Standardization and is responsible for issues pertaining to accreditation and assessment. Dr. Brown was commissioned from the U.S. Air Force Academy in 1986, as a Distinguished Graduate with academic honors in Astronautical Engineering. Following graduation he attended Undergraduate Pilot Training, where he was a Distinguished Graduate, finishing second in his class and first academically. He had many assignments

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Innovative Curriculum in Engineering Technology

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gary Crossman, Old Dominion University; Anthony Dean, Old Dominion University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2007-440: A GENERAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM INMOTORSPORTS TECHNOLOGYGary Crossman, Old Dominion University Gary R. Crossman is Department Chair of Engineering Technology and Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology at Old Dominion University. Professor Crossman has over 35 years of experience in engineering technology education. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and a Master of Engineering degree from Old Dominion University. He has been very active in the Engineering Technology Division and the Engineering Technology Council of ASEE, holding several positions in ETD, including chair. He has also been active in TAC of ABET, as a commissioner

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Teaching Courses in Renewable Energy Systems

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Arthur Haman, University of Detroit Mercy; Robert Ross, University of Detroit Mercy; Mark Schumack, University of Detroit Mercy; Will Wittig, University of Detroit Mercy; David Chew, University of Detroit Mercy; Krysten Dzwigalski, University of Detroit Mercy; Chris Keimig; Meghann Mouyianis, University of Detroit Mercy; Tim Rourke, University of Detroit Mercy

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

AC 2007-455: A STUDENT-CENTERED SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAICINSTALLATION PROJECTArthur Haman, University of Detroit Mercy In his fifty years at the University Arthur C. Haman has progressed through the academic ranks to his current position of Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Associate Dean for Operations. His industrial experience was acquired as a Structures and Armaments engineer at Northrup Aviation and as an engineer in the Scientific Laboratory of the Ford Motor Company. He has also held visiting professorships at what was Carnegie Institute of Technology and Dartmouth College. His current interests are in thermodynamics and internal combustion engines.Robert Ross, University of Detroit Mercy

Conference Session

Outstanding Contributions to ME

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert Choate, Western Kentucky University; Kevin Schmaltz, Western Kentucky University; Stephen Howard, Western Kentucky University; Paul Graves, Western Kentucky University; Jonathan Martin, Western Kentucky University; Chris Kruckenberg, Western Kentucky University

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Mechanical Engineering

AC 2007-142: AIR FLOW TEST BENCH: A SENIOR CAPSTONE PROJECTRobert Choate, Western Kentucky University Robert Choate teaches thermo-fluid and professional component courses in Mechanical Engineering, including the Sophomore Design, Junior Design, the Senior ME Lab I and the ME Senior Project Design course sequence. Prior to teaching at WKU, he was a principal engineer for CMAC Design Corporation, designing telecommunication, data communication and information technology equipment.Kevin Schmaltz, Western Kentucky University Kevin Schmaltz teaches thermo-fluid and professional component courses in Mechanical Engineering, including the Freshman Experience course, Sophomore Design, Junior

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Outstanding Contributions to ME

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hakan Gurocak, Washington State University-Vancouver

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Mechanical Engineering

AC 2007-150: MECHATRONICS COURSE WITH A TWO-TIERED PROJECTAPPROACHHakan Gurocak, Washington State University-Vancouver Hakan Gurocak is Director of School of Engineering and Computer Science and Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Washington State University Vancouver. His research interests are robotics, automation, fuzzy logic, technology assisted distance delivery of laboratory courses and haptic interfaces for virtual reality. Page 12.1052.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Mechatronics Course with a Two-tiered Project ApproachAbstract - In this paper, we present a

Conference Session

Manufacturing Education Curriculum I

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Wing Chan, Alabama A&M University; Peter Romine, Alabama A&M University

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Manufacturing

AC 2007-2921: INTRODUCING BIOTECHNOLOGY MANUFACTURINGTHROUGH ELECTIVESWing Chan, Alabama A&M University Dr. Wing Chan is currently an assistant professor at the School of Engineering Technology at Alabama A&M University. Prior to joining Alabama A&M University in the fall of 2004, he was a robotic engineer at Research Genetics, Inc. Dr. Chan received his Ph. D. from the University of Alabama in Huntsville in 1995 in Electrical and Computer Engineering.Peter Romine, Alabama A&M University Dr. Peter L. Romine is currently the Chairman of the Department of Technology at Alabama A&M University. He received his B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Alabama

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Marketing Engineering to Minority Students

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Showkat Chowdhury, Alabama A&M University; Tamara Chowdhury, Alabama A&M University

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Minorities in Engineering

AC 2007-3050: INCREASING ENROLLMENT OF MINORITY WOMEN INENGINEERINGShowkat Chowdhury, Alabama A&M University Dr. Showkat Chowdhury is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Alabama A&M University in Huntsville, AL. Dr. Chowdhury has extensive background in teaching undergraduate and graduate students in Mechanical Engineering, and performing research in the fields of Computational Fluid Dynamics, Combustion, Propulsion, Heat & Mass Transfer and Turbulence. Previously, he worked as a Professor at Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology (BUET) and at University of Brighton, U.K. He also worked in the Research Division of Corning Inc. He

Conference Session

FPD5 -- Placement & Early Success

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joshua Peschel, Texas A&M University; Luciana Barroso, Texas A&M University; Anthony Cahill, Texas A&M University; James Morgan, Texas A&M University

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First-Year Programs

AC 2007-1653: AN ONLINE REAL-TIME QUIZ SYSTEM FOR READINESSASSESSMENT TESTINGJoshua Peschel, Texas A&M University JOSHUA M. PESCHEL is a PhD student in Civil Engineering at Texas A&M University. He received the BS in Biological Systems Engineering and the MS in Biological & Agricultural Engineering, also from Texas A&M. His current research interests include unsaturated soil water transport, spatially-distributed hydrologic modeling, and emerging technologies in engineering education.Luciana Barroso, Texas A&M University LUCIANA R. BARROSO is an Associate Professor of Civil Engineering at Texas A&M University. She is a graduate of Rice University and received

Conference Session

Design Experiences in Energy Systems

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jorge Alvarado, Texas A&M University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

AC 2007-2153: DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF A LAB-SCALE GROUNDSOURCE HEAT PUMPJorge Alvarado, Texas A&M University Dr. Jorge Alvarado is an assistant professor in the Department of Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution at Texas A&M University. He teaches courses in the areas of thermal sciences, fluid mechanics and fluid power. Dr. Alvarado’s research interests are in the areas of nanotechnology, micro-scale heat transfer, electronic cooling, phase change materials, solid and liquid desiccant regeneration, energy conservation and use of renewable energy in buildings. Page

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Zhengtao Deng, Alabama A&M University; Cathy Qian, Alabama A&M University; Ruben Rojas-Oviedo, Alabama A&M University

AC 2007-1873: APPLYING CFD AND NOVEL DEVELOPMENT INELECTROMAGNETIC FLOW CONTROL TO A MECHANICAL ENGINEERINGSENIOR DESIGN PROJECTZhengtao Deng, Alabama A&M University Dr. Z.T. Deng is an Associate Professor of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Alabama A&M University in Huntsville, AL. Dr. Deng has an extensive background and research experience in Computational Fluid Dynamics numerical simulation in particular high-speed aerodynamics/flows with heat transfer phenomena. He earned his Ph.D., Aerospace Engineering, University of Tennessee, 1991.Cathy Qian, Alabama A&M University Dr. Xiaoqing (Cathy) Qian is an Associate Professor of the Department of Mechanical

Conference Session

NAFP Panel Discussion

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Louis Everett, University of Texas-El Paso; Paul Racette, NASA; Scott Askew, NASA; Rafic Bachnak, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi; Belay Demoz; Paul Mogan, NASA

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Minorities in Engineering

Colleges.Rafic Bachnak, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Page 12.1098.1 Rafic (Ray) Bachnak is a Professor at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (A&M-CC). He received his B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Ohio University in 1983, 1984, and 1989, respectively. Dr. Bachnak was previously on the faculty of Franklin University and Northwestern State University.© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007Belay Demoz, NASA Dr. Belay B. Demoz received a B.S. from the University of Asmara, Eritrea, in 1984 and M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in

Conference Session

New Trends in ECE Education I

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jean-Claude Thomassian, Georgia Southern University

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Electrical and Computer

AC 2007-2333: ANALOG INSYDES — A NEW TOOL FOR TEACHINGINTRODUCTORY CIRCUITSJean-Claude Thomassian, Georgia Southern University Dr. Jean-Claude Thomassian received his BS degrees in Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering from the University of Toledo in 1992 and 1993, respectively, and MS and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical Engineering from The University of Toledo in 1995 and 2002. His main professional interests are in mixed mode IC design and electrical engineering education; his recent research activity concentrates on symbolic analysis of circuits and MOS models. Page 12.237.1© American

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ian Papautsky, University of Cincinnati; Ali Asgar Bhagat, University of Cincinnati

AC 2007-2482: NSF CCLI: A PROBLEM-BASED MICROFLUIDICSLABORATORY COURSE FOR UNDERGRADUATESIan Papautsky, University of Cincinnati IAN PAPAUTSKY received his Ph.D. in bioengineering from the University of Utah in 1999. He is currently a tenured Associate Professor of in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Cincinnati. His research and teaching interests include application of MEMS and microfluidics to biology and medicine.Ali Asgar Bhagat, University of Cincinnati ALI ASGAR S. BHAGAT received his M.S. in electrical engineering from the University of Cincinnati in 2006, and is currently pursuing his Ph.D. His research interests include microfluidics

Conference Session

Mobile Robotics in Education

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michael Parten, Texas Tech University; Michael Giesselmann, Texas Tech University

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Computers in Education

AC 2007-2528: MICROPROCESSOR BASED, GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEMGUIDED ROBOT IN A PROJECT LABORATORYMichael Parten, Texas Tech UniversityMichael Giesselmann, Texas Tech University Page 12.1066.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007I. Introduction Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) students have a need to be able todesign and build systems with embedded microprocessors. They also need to be able tobecome familiar with different processors. There are many different ways to teachmicroprocessors and their applications. The objective, in this case, is to have the studentsdesign and develop a system using a microprocessor they have not seen before. In thisway

Conference Session

Service Learning Courses

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Laura Lund, University of Pittsburgh; Dan Budny, University of Pittsburgh

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Educational Research and Methods

AC 2007-2600: WHAT MAKES A SUCCESSFUL SERVICE LEARNING PROJECTFOR FRESHMAN ENGINEERSLaura Lund, University of PittsburghDan Budny, University of Pittsburgh Page 12.1606.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 What makes a successful Service Learning Project for Freshman EngineersAbstractService learning can be a valuable educational tool for freshman engineers which helps todevelop their sense of value and direction, teaches team dynamics and professionalcommunication skills, and engages the students in the community surrounding their university.A fundamental challenge in developing a successful and rewarding experience for

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Creating 'Materials' Awareness

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Bridge, Maine Maritime Academy; Barbara Fleck, Maine Maritime Academy

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Materials

AC 2007-2686: ENGINEERING MATERIALS IN A JUNIOR HIGH AND HIGHSCHOOL OUTREACH PROGRAMJohn Bridge, Maine Maritime Academy John W. Bridge, graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado and from the University of Dayton in Ohio with degrees in engineering mechanics and materials engineering. He served for over 20 years as an Air Force engineering officer and retired as a Lieutenant Colonel. He has taught mechanical engineering at several institutions including the U.S. Air Force Academy and the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York. He is a registered Professional Engineer and currently an Assistant Professor of Engineering at Maine Maritime Academy in Castine, Maine. He

Conference Session

Manufacturing Education Curriculum II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jahangir Ansari, Virginia State University

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Manufacturing

AC 2007-2699: HANDS-ON SOLID MODELING EXPERIENCES IN A COURSEPROJECTJahangir Ansari, Virginia State University JAHANGIR ANSARI is an Assistant Professor of Manufacturing Engineering in the Department of Engineering and Technology at Virginia State University. He received his M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1979 and Ph. D. degree in Mechanical Design and Production Engineering in 1983 both from Seoul National University. He joined the faculty at VSU in 2002. He has over 18 years of industrial experience in different areas including shipbuilding and cement plant industries. His research interests include Structural Vibration, FEM, CAD/CAM/CNC, and Computer Integrated

Conference Session

Foster Excellence

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tony Mitchell, North Carolina State University; Angelitha Daniel, North Carolina State University

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Minorities in Engineering

AC 2007-2785: START: A FORMAL MENTORING PROGRAM FOR MINORITYENGINEERING FRESHMENTony Mitchell, North Carolina State University Dr. Tony L. Mitchell, Lieutenant Colonel United States Air Force, Retired, received his B.S. degree in Mathematics from North Carolina A&T State University, the M. S. in Information and Computer Science from Georgia Tech, and Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from North Carolina State University. Currently he is Assistant Dean, Engineering Student Services, Director, Minority Engineering Programs, and Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at North Carolina State University in Raleigh. Previous educational assignments include

Conference Session

Innovations in Mechanical Engineering Education Poster Session

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kenneth Miller, Saint Cloud State University

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Mechanical Engineering

AC 2007-2789: A SURVEY ON THE USE OF PRINTED VS. ELECTRONIC VAPORTABLESKenneth Miller, Saint Cloud State University Dr. Kenneth Miller received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of South Carolina. He is currently an associate professor at St. Cloud State University. Primary areas of research include welding, vehicle and road systems, and instrumentation. Page 12.140.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 A Survey on the Use of Printed vs. Electronic Vapor TablesAbstractOne of the key features of thermodynamics books continues to be steam and refrigerant tablesnormally

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Design in Engineering Eduaction - Poster Session

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jorge Rodriguez, Western Michigan University; Mitchel Keil, Western Michigan University; Luis Rodriguez, University of Wisconsin - Waukesha; Alamgir Choudhury, Western Michigan University; Pavel Ikonomov, Western Michigan University

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Design in Engineering Education

AC 2007-2827: VALIDATION OF A CAD-BASED TOOL FOR DESIGN OFFLEXIBLE COMPONENTSJorge Rodriguez, Western Michigan UniversityMitchel Keil, Western Michigan UniversityLuis Rodriguez, University of Wisconsin - WaukeshaAlamgir Choudhury, Western Michigan UniversityPavel Ikonomov, Western Michigan University Page 12.1582.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Validation of a CAD-Based Tool for Design of Flexible ComponentsAbstractFlexible components such as hydraulic hoses are critical to the operation of basically all vehicles,but they are difficult to model accurately, be that in a CAD system or for an engineeringcalculation. Thus, in many industries, experimental

Conference Session

Assessment of K-12 Engineering Programs and Issues

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jessica Matson, Tennessee Technological University; Kristine Craven, Tennessee Technological University; Sally Pardue, Tennessee Technological University; Corinne Darvennes, Tennessee Technological University; Alison Wachs, Tennessee Technological University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

AC 2007-2837: ASSESSING PARTICIPANT ENGAGEMENT IN A MIDDLESCHOOL OUTREACH PROGRAMJessica Matson, Tennessee Technological University Jessica Matson is a Professor of Industrial Engineering at Tennessee Technological University. She received her BS from Mississippi State University and her MS and PhD from the Georgia Institute of Technology, all in industrial engineering. She has previously served on the faculty of Mississippi State University and the University of Alabama and as industrial engineering department chair at Tennessee Tech. She is a registered PE.Kristine Craven, Tennessee Technological University Kris Craven received her BS, MS, and PhD in Mechanical Engineering from West

Conference Session

MIND - Poster Session

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Andrea Ogilvie, University of Texas-Austin

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Minorities in Engineering

AC 2007-2856: EOE FIRST YEAR INTEREST GROUPS: A SUCCESS MODEL FORINCREASING RETENTIONAndrea Ogilvie, University of Texas-Austin ANDREA OGILVIE is the Director of the Equal Opportunity in Engineering Program at UT Austin. She came to UT as Director in July 2001 after six years in industry where she worked as a Structural Engineer for KBR and HDR Engineering, Inc. designing petrochemical and commercial structures, respectively. Andrea received her BS Civil Engineering degree from UT in May 1995 and her Texas Professional Engineering License in February 2001. She is an active member of the National Association of Multicultural Engineering Program Advocates (NAMEPA) and the American Society of

Conference Session

Digital and Embedded System Design

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kevin Bolding, Seattle Pacific Univ; Dave Van Ess, Cypress Semiconductor

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Electrical and Computer

AC 2007-1475: UPGRADING A MICROCONTROLLER SYSTEMS COURSE WITHTHE CYPRESS PSOCKevin Bolding, Seattle Pacific UnivDave Van Ess, Cypress Semiconductor Page 12.1521.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Upgrading a Microcontroller Systems Course Using the Cypress PSoCAbstractAs our society continually embraces technology to greater and greater degrees, the need forengineers with the skills to develop microcontroller based systems is constantly growing.Microcontroller systems design courses are meant to equip students with the understanding,skills, and methods needed to design and develop systems built around a microcontroller