Conference Session

Mechanics and the Internet

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Calvin Ashmore, Georgia Institute of Technology; Bo Yeon Lee, Georgia Institute of Technology; Geoff Thomas, Georgia Institute of Technology; Daniel Upton, Georgia Institute of Technology; Sneha Harrell, UC Berkeley; Christine Valle, Georgia Institute of Technology; Wendy Newstetter, Georgia Institute of Technology; Janet Murray, Georgia Institute of Technology; Laurence Jacobs, Georgia Institute of Technology; Sue Rosser, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Mechanics

AC 2008-249: INTEL: INTERACTIVE TOOLKIT FOR ENGINEERINGEDUCATIONCalvin Ashmore, Georgia Institute of TechnologyDaniel Upton, Georgia Institute of TechnologyBo Yeon Lee, Georgia Institute of TechnologyGeoff Thomas, Georgia Institute of TechnologySneha Harrell, UC BerkeleyChristine Valle, Georgia Institute of TechnologyJanet Murray, Georgia Institute of TechnologyWendy Newstetter, Georgia Institute of TechnologyLaurence Jacobs, Georgia Institute of TechnologySue Rosser, Georgia Institute of Technology Page 13.778.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 InTEL : Interactive Toolkit for Engineering LearningAbstractStatics, a foundational engineering course

Conference Session

Assessing Design Coursework

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Marcia Friesen, University of Manitoba

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Design in Engineering Education

AC 2008-2845: RE-THINKING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ENGINEERINGDESIGN AND ENGINEERING SCIENCE WITHIN AN INCLUSIVEFRAMEWORK OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICEMarcia Friesen, University of Manitoba Marcia Friesen, P.Eng., is a Ph.D. student in engineering at the University of Manitoba, Canada. She holds a bachelor degree in engineering and a master degree in education. Currently, she is the director of the Internationally Educated Engineering Qualifications Program at the University of Manitoba. Page 13.1020.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Re-thinking the Relationship between Engineering

Conference Session

Instrumentation and Measurement: Innovative Courses

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gurinder Singh, Future Technology Devices International Ltd. (USA); Lakshmi Munukutla

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Instrumentation

AC 2008-1386: ENHANCING LABORATORY EXPERIENCE TO STUDENTS BYINTRODUCING USB CONNECTIVITY INTO LAB ENVIRONMENT USING FTDIGurinder Singh, Future Technology Devices International Ltd. (USA) Lakshmi Munukutla received her Ph.D. degree in Solid State Physics from Ohio University, Athens, Ohio and M.Sc and B.Sc degrees from Andhra University, India. She has been active in research and published several journal articles. She is the Chair of the Electronic Systems Department at Arizona State University at the Polytechnic campus.Lakshmi Munukutla, Arizona State University Gurinder Singh brings almost a decade of experience in the electronics industry to his position as Senior Field Applications Engineer

Conference Session

ECE Poster Session

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Eric Freudenthal, University of Texas at El Paso; Brian Carter, University of Texas at El Paso; Frederick Kautz, University of Texas at El Paso; Alexandria Ogrey, University of Texas at El Paso; Robert Preston, University of Texas at El Paso; Arthur Walton, University of Texas at El Paso

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Electrical and Computer

AC 2008-1776: INTEGRATION OF C INTO AN INTRODUCTORY COURSE INMACHINE ORGANIZATIONEric Freudenthal, University of Texas at El Paso Eric Freudenthal is a member of the Computer Science faculty at the University of Texas at El Paso. Dr. Freudenthal's research interests include self-organizing distributed systems, computer security, and the effective teaching of foundational concepts in computation and science.Brian Carter, University of Texas at El Paso Brian Carter is an undergraduate studying Computer Science at the University of Texas at El Paso.Frederick Kautz, University of Texas at El Paso Frederick Kautz is an undergraduate studying Computer Science at the University of Texas at El

Conference Session

Research in Multidisciplinary Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carol Barry, University of Massachusetts-Lowell; Jacqueline Isaacs, Northeastern University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

AC 2008-1967: IMPROVING THE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTCOMPONENT OF AN REU SUMMER PROGRAMCarol Barry, University of Massachusetts-Lowell CAROL M. F. BARRY is an Associate Director for the Center for High-rate Nanomanufacturing (CHN)and a Professor in the Department of Plastics Engineering at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, MA. CHN a collaborative partnership among Northeastern University, the University of Massachusetts Lowell (UML) and the University of New Hampshire. She leads the education and outreach activities for CHN and the REU Summer Program at UML. Her research focuses on plastics processing, particularly at the micro and nanoscales and their application to high-rate

Conference Session

FPD2 - First-Year Advising and Transition

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lisa Romkey, University of Toronto

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First-Year Programs

AC 2008-2127: THE FIRST YEAR TRANSITION: CHALLENGES ANDSOLUTIONS FOR STUDENTS, INSTRUCTORS AND ADMINISTRATORSLisa Romkey, University of Toronto Lisa Romkey is the Lecturer, Curriculum, Teaching and Learning with the Division of Engineering Science. In this position, Lisa plays a central role in the continuous improvement of the design and delivery of a dynamic and complex curriculum, while facilitating the development and implementation of teaching and learning initiatives and innovations. Lisa is cross-appointed with the Department of Curriculum, Teaching and Learning at OISE/UT (Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto). Lisa holds a Masters in Curriculum Studies

Conference Session

Experiential and Service Learning

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Odon Musimbi, Colorado School of Mines; Barbara Moskal, Colorado School of Mines; David Munoz, Colorado School of Mines

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

AC 2008-268: SERVICE LEARNING IN ENGINEERING EDUCATION: IMPACTON FACULTY AND STUDENT ATTITUDES.Odon Musimbi, Colorado School of MinesBarbara Moskal, Colorado School of MinesDavid Munoz, Colorado School of Mines Page 13.1072.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Changes in Engineering Student Attitudes with Respect to Service Learning: A Response to a Curricular Intervention?Abstract: In the fall of 2004, a study was completed the Colorado School of Mines that comparedengineering faculty and student attitudes with respect to community service. The primarypurpose of the investigation was to acquire baseline data prior to the implementation of the

Conference Session

Diversity and K-12 Issues

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joseph Fuehne, Purdue University-Columbus

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Engineering Technology

AC 2008-488: EVOLUTION OF AN ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY OUTREACHPROGRAMJoseph Fuehne, Purdue University-Columbus Joe Fuehne received a BS degree in Aeronautical/Astronautical Engineering from the University of Illinois, and MS and PhD degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University. Dr. Fuehne is also a licensed professional engineer in the states of Texas and Indiana. Prior to his position with the Purdue University College of Technology in Columbus, Indiana, Dr. Fuehne spent 14 years working in the aerospace, oil and automotive industries. Page 13.584.1© American Society for

Conference Session

Manufacturing Engineering Technology Curriculum

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Akbar Eslami, Elizabeth City State University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2008-705: ROBOT PALLETIZING WORK CELL SIMULATIONAkbar Eslami, Elizabeth City State University Dr. Akbar Eslami is a professor and Engineering Technology coordinator in the Department of Technology at Elizabeth City State University. He received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Old Dominion University. His research interests are in computer aided manufacturing, design,and automation. Page 13.1057.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Robot Palletizing Work Cell SimulationAbstractThe purpose of this project is to design a fully functional automated palletizing work

Conference Session

Our Future in Manufacturing

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bradley Harriger, Purdue University; Mike Aikens, Butler County Community College; Mark French, Purdue University; Steve Shade, Purdue University

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Manufacturing

nation. The traditional recruitment approach of static websites and brochures fail to attractthe interest of potential students. This approach must be adjusted to include the evolving interestsof each new incoming generation of students; if it’s not animated, colorful, virtual, “cool” andmost importantly part of their current world, capturing student interest is difficult at best. This paper will address a planned summer workshop for high school students that will usethe guitar to introduce the “fun” side of engineering and specifically manufacturing. Theworkshops build on experience from semester classes in stringed instrument manufacturing andfrom an adult summer workshop on guitar making. Additionally, details of the guitar workshop

Conference Session

Innovative Programs - Structure, Delivery, Evaluation

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Robertson, Arizona State University; Joseph Tidwell, Arizona State University; Ronald Thomas, Raytheon; William Charlton, Boeing

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Continuing Professional Development

AC 2008-1109: RISK MANAGEMENT – ARE ENGINEERS THE PROBLEM ORTHE SOLUTION?John Robertson, Arizona State University John Robertson is a Professor in the Electronic Systems Department at Arizona State University Polytechnic. He was formerly an executive with Motorola and now participates in many senior technical training programs with the JACMET consortium.Joseph Tidwell, Arizona State University Joe Tidwell is Managing Director of the JACMET consortium for industry technical training. He was formerly with the Boeing company and his current activities include ASEE industry programs and Project Lead-the-Way.Ronald Thomas, Raytheon Ron Thomas manages Raytheon’s Corporate Learning Center. He is

Conference Session

ChE Poster Session

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hyerim Kim, Yonsei University; Jiyong Kim, Yonsei University; Yoon-Su Baek, Yonsei University; Il Moon, Yonsei University

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Chemical Engineering

AC 2008-1028: TEACHING SIX SIGMA CONCEPTS IN AN ENGINEERINGCOLLEGEHyerim Kim, Yonsei UniversityJiyong Kim, Yonsei UniversityYoon-Su Baek, Yonsei UniversityIl Moon, Yonsei University Page 13.1174.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Teaching Six Sigma Concepts in an Engineering CollegeAbstractSix Sigma is a process improvement methodology currently being employed across various typesof business and industry. DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) has beendeveloped more recently with the goal to apply the Six Sigma principles for the improvement ofexisting products and processes. The Six Sigma approaches provide a disciplined way of

Conference Session

Global Engineering Education Initiatives

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lauren Alexander, IAESTE United States; Cheryl Matherly, University of Tulsa; Mary Besterfield-Sacre, University of Pittsburgh; Larry Shuman, University of Pittsburgh

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International

AC 2008-1092: INTERNATIONALIZING OUR ENGINEERS: SHORT-TERMEXPERIENTIAL PROGRAMS ABROAD FOR ENGINEERING STUDENTSLauren Alexander, IAESTE United States Affiliated with IAESTE United States since 2002, Lauren Alexander develops and assesses overseas short-term experiential programs for science and engineering students. She holds a B.A. in Hispanic Studies and English Literature (Rice University), a M.A. in Intercultural Communication (University of Maryland – Baltimore County) and is a certified administrator of the Intercultural Development Inventory. Her research interests focus on industry demand for professional prerequisites in new hires and understanding how short-term programs impact skills

Conference Session

Successful Outcomes of Student Entrepreneurship

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Khanjan Mehta, Pennsylvania State University; Sven Bilen, Pennsylvania State University

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

AC 2008-1422: CHAMPIONING HIGH-TECH RENAISSANCE: SENSOR ANDCONTROLLER SYSTEM INTEGRATION COURSEKhanjan Mehta, Pennsylvania State University KHANJAN MEHTA is a Senior Research Associate in the College of Engineering at Penn State. His professional interests include Innovative System Integration, High-Tech Entrepreneurship and International Social Entrepreneurship. He is an amateur photographer, cook, bartender, poet, traveler, adventurer and proud generalist.Sven Bilen, Pennsylvania State University SVEN G. BILÉN is an Associate Professor of Engineering Design, Electrical Engineering, and Aerospace Engineering at Penn State. His educational research interests include developing techniques

Conference Session

Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma in Manufacturing Education 1

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alan Leduc, Ball State University

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Manufacturing

AC 2008-1460: SIX SIGMA: DOES IT BELONG IN THE MANUFACTURINGCURRICULUM?Alan Leduc, Ball State University Alan Leduc is an Associate Professor, in the Manufacturing Engineering Technology program at Ball State University and the creator and advisor for the Minor in Process Improvement which focuses on Six Sigma training and will provide students and opportunity to earn a Six Sigma Black Belt certification prior to graduation. In addition to 19 years of teaching experience Alan has 25 years of experience prior experience in industry in the areas of manufacturing, quality, and engineering, ending his industrial career as a Vice President and General Manager. Alan has an M.B.A., M.S

Conference Session

New Trends in ECE Education I

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sandra Yost, University of Detroit Mercy; Mohan Krishnan, University of Detroit Mercy; Mark Paulik, University of Detroit Mercy

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Electrical and Computer

AC 2008-210: DEVELOPMENT OF AN INTEGRATED SPIRAL CURRICULUM INELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERINGSandra Yost, University of Detroit Mercy Sandra A. Yost, P.E., Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering at the University of Detroit Mercy, where she teaches in the areas of control systems, digital and analog circuits and electronics, and design. She is currently serving as Vice Chair-Programs for the ASEE Educational Research and Methods Division.Mohan Krishnan, University of Detroit Mercy Mohan Krishnan, Ph.D., is a Professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering at the University of Detroit Mercy. His area of expertise is in applications of Digital Signal Processing, including

Conference Session

Engineering in High Schools

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Darryl Morrell, Arizona State University; Chell Roberts, Arizona State University; Dale Baker, Arizona State University; Tirupalavanam Ganesh, Arizona State University; Annapurna Ganesh, Mesa Community College; Rachelle Beard, Arizona State University; Janel White-Taylor, Arizona State University; Neeru Khosla, CK12 Foundation; Murugan Pal, CK12 Foundation; John Kobara, CK12 Foundation; Stephen Krause, Arizona State University; Meera Vaidyanathan, CK12 Foundation

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

the development of a novel high school engineering textbook. This developmentis unique within engineering in several different ways. First, the text is a Flexbook – an open-sourcebook developed with the support of and within the context of the CK12 Foundation; the Flexbookformat and open-source licensing allows anyone to extend and customize the book. Second, writingthe text was a collaboration between university engineering and education faculty with input fromCK12 personnel; this collaboration has led to a textbook structure that supports constructivistapproaches to learning. Third, the text conforms to a draft K–12 standard for engineering content.CK12 is a non-profit foundation launched in 2007 to reduce the cost of textbooks for the K–12

Conference Session

Reaching Students: Innovations to Curriculum in ET

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sofia Vidalis, Pennsylvania State University-Harrisburg; Joseph Cecere, Pennsylvania State University-Harrisburg

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Engineering Technology

,integrating a multifunction lecture/laboratory/wireless computer room at Penn State has allowedthis combination of learning into one environment.This multifunctional room comprises of wireless tablet portable computers which are hidden andsecured in mobile work stations. Each wireless tablet portable computer houses variousprograms, instructional aids, document resources, and has access to the university network forlab and lecture use. The mobile tables, which tablet portable computers are housed in, areflexible and can be reconfigured to meet students’ need for working in groups. This facilityprovides faculty and students the flexibility through lab and/or lecture use and interactionthrough multi-platform user interfaces.This paper will discuss the

Conference Session

Innovations in ECE Education II

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alyssa Magleby, University of Utah; Cynthia Furse, University of Utah

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Electrical and Computer

AC 2008-2528: LAB REPORT WRITING (AND TEACHING!) MADE EASYAlyssa Magleby, University of Utah Alyssa Magleby is a PhD Candidate in electrical engineering at the University of Utah. She completed her B.S. in electrical engineering at Utah State University in 2002. She received the National Science Foundation Graduate Fellowship in 2002. She used her fellowship to continue on and received her M.S. in electrical engineering from the University of Utah in 2004. After programming a modem for a military application in the Advanced Communications group at L-3 Communications Systems-West for a year and a half, she returned to the University of Utah to attain a PhD. She is presently researching

Conference Session

Solar Power, Wind Power, and Energy System Initiatives

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michael Swedish, Milwaukee School of Engineering

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

AC 2008-1366: WORKING WITH LOCAL DEVELOPERS IN AN ENERGYSYSTEMS DESIGN COURSEMichael Swedish, Milwaukee School of Engineering Page 13.1410.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Working with Local Developers in an Energy Systems Design CourseThe Energy Systems Design Project Course: Goals and Objectives The Energy Systems Design Project course is an elective course scheduled early in theundergraduate senior year. The course is also open to graduate students with additional courserequirements. For the past several years, the course has consisted of a single 10-week projectassigned to the entire class. The

Conference Session

New Trends in Engineering Management Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Zbigniew Pasek, University of Windsor

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Engineering Management

AC 2008-1466: IT'S ALL THERE: TEACHING COMPLEX MANAGEMENTCONTENT USING FEATURE FILMSZbigniew Pasek, University of Windsor Zbigniew J. Pasek is an Associate Professor in the Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering Department at the University of Windsor. His interests include industrial automation, informal engineering education and engineering applications in health care. Page 13.820.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 It’s All There: Teaching Complex Management Content Using Feature FilmsAbstractWe all learn in a number of different ways and the

Conference Session

New Trends in ECE Education II

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Saeed Monemi, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona; Zekeriya Aliyazicioglu, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona

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Electrical and Computer

AC 2008-2072: TEACHING AND USING GPS/GIS IN ELECTRICALENGINEERING PROJECTSSaeed Monemi, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Dr. Saeed Sean Monemi is a professor of Electrical and Computer engineering at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. He has published many papers and currently conducting projects in the areas of embedded systems, software engineering, and operating systems.Zekeriya Aliyazicioglu, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Dr. Zekeriya Aliyazicioglu is a professor of Electrical and Computer engineering at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. He has published many papers and currently conducting projects in the area of signals and

Conference Session

Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma in Manufacturing Education 1

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Lobaugh, Pennsylvania State University-Erie

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Manufacturing

AC 2008-2740: THE VALUE OF VALUE STREAM MAPPING TO STUDENTSMichael Lobaugh, Pennsylvania State University-Erie Page 13.1281.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 The value of Value Stream Mapping to studentsAbstractThis paper provides a discussion of the value of teaching the lean manufacturing topic ofValue Stream Mapping to senior students in engineering. Value Stream Mapping is a techniquethat is used to view, on a broad level, a company’s manufacturing of a part family. The techniqueis used to identify possible improvement areas within the manufacturing plant. Once identified,the appropriate Lean Manufacturing technique is used to meet specific

Conference Session

K-12 Engineering Outreach Programs

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kelly Crittenden, Louisiana Tech University; James Nelson, Louisiana Tech University; Galen Turner, Louisiana Tech University; Alicia Boudreaux, Louisiana Tech University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

the College of Engineering and Science at Louisiana Tech University. He is also the Robert Howson Professor of Civil Engineering and specializes in water resources. He played a key role in establishing Louisiana Tech’s Integrated Engineering Curriculum and now focuses primarily on STEM education research.Galen Turner, Louisiana Tech University Dr. Galen Turner III is the Maxfield Professor of Mathematics and Statistics at Louisiana Tech University. He received his B.S. from Loyola University, New Orleans, Louisiana, in 1992 with majors in Mathematics and Religious Studies. He received his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Mathematics from Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, in 1994 and 1999

Conference Session

Reaching Students: Innovations to Curriculum in ET

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

C. Richard Helps, Brigham Young University; Mark Patterson, University of Dayton

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Engineering Technology

AC 2008-606: KEEPING TECHNOLOGY COURSES CURRENT WHILEMINIMIZING DISRUPTION TO THE INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNC. Richard Helps, Brigham Young UniversityMark Patterson, University of Dayton Page 13.825.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Keeping Technology Courses Current While Minimizing Disruption to the Instructional DesignAbstractTechnology changes rapidly which compels educators to rethink and redesign their courses. WithTechnology faculty being committed to experiential learning this implies the need for frequentredesign of technology courses, typically on a one to three year time scale. This paper discussesan integrated approach to

Conference Session

FPD1 - Early Success and Retention

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jale Tezcan, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale; John Nicklow, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale; James Mathias, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale; Lalit Gupta, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale; Rhonda Kowalchuk, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale

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First-Year Programs

AC 2008-710: AN INNOVATIVE FRESHMEN ENGINEERING COURSE TOIMPROVE RETENTIONJale Tezcan, Southern Illinois University-CarbondaleJohn Nicklow, Southern Illinois University-CarbondaleJames Mathias, Southern Illinois University-CarbondaleLalit Gupta, Southern Illinois University-CarbondaleRhonda Kowalchuk, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Page 13.182.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 An Innovative Freshmen Engineering Course to Improve RetentionAbstractAs part of a federally funded project to improve retention, the College of Engineering (COE) atSouthern Illinois University- Carbondale (SIUC) has implemented a college

Conference Session

Civil Engineering Teaching Part Two

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tanya Kunberger, Florida Gulf Coast University; Diane Bondehagen, Florida Gulf Coast University

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Civil Engineering

AC 2008-721: LET’S ROCK THE BOAT: EVALUATING THE CONCEPT OFSTABILITY IN FLUID MECHANICSTanya Kunberger, Florida Gulf Coast University TANYA KUNBERGER joined FGCU as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental and Civil Engineering in August, 2007. She graduated cum laude from the Georgia Institute of Technology with a Bachelor's of Civil Engineering and a certificate in geochemistry. Her MS in Civil Engineering, with a minor in Soil Science, and her Ph.D. were obtained at North Carolina State University. Dr. Kunberger was a recipient of the 2003 Center for Transportation and the Environment's Student of the Year Award and a 2007 recipient of NC State's UGSA Outstanding Teaching

Conference Session

Thermodynamics, Fluids and Heat Transfer - I

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrew Kean, California Polytechnic State University; Ronald Miller, Colorado School of Mines; Brian Self, California Polytechnic State University; Tamara Moore, University Of Minnesota; Barbara Olds, Colorado School of Mines; Eric Hamilton, U.S. Air Force Academy

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Mechanical Engineering

, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics) even after many yearsof formal and informal learning. For example, data collected using the Thermal and Transportconcept inventory suggests that a significant number of seniors in chemical and mechanicalengineering confuse the rate of energy transfer vs. the amount transferred, do not understand howtemperature and energy are related, and believe that the thermal efficiency of a heat engine canbe increased to 100% if all heat losses and mechanical efficiencies are eliminated1.While concept inventories are one method for identifying student misconceptions, we are nowexploring the development and use of a new pedagogical technique called model-elicitingactivities (MEAs). MEAs were first developed to elicit problem

Conference Session

Anything New in Dynamics?

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas Nordenholz, California Maritime Academy

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Mechanics

LaboratoryAbstractThis paper describes a relatively simple method in which planar rigid body motion can bemeasured and analyzed in the context of an upper division mechanical engineering laboratorycourse. The overall intention of this work is to help facilitate upper division level laboratoryprojects in dynamics. Such projects are intended to provide students with the opportunity to i)apply and reinforce their knowledge of dynamics, ii) learn and practice modern experimentalmethods used to make and assess motion measurements, and iii) if possible, compare theoreticaland measured results.The instrumentation involves the use of two inexpensive sensors – a dual axis accelerometer anda rate gyro – and a data acquisition system (such as LABVIEW). The accelerometer

Conference Session

Engineering and ET Relationships & Professional Development

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James Lambrechts, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Engineering Technology

, and this may well be an arduousjourney, because we want to retain our roots in ‘hands-on’ education while satisfying therequirements for full engineering instruction. However, this departure from civil engineeringtechnology would leave a void in the preparation of civil engineering ‘technologists’ both for siteengineering and the traditional “number-cruncher” in the office. It would appear that there willbe an increasing demand for technologists for both field and office engineering, but career pathpotential has not yet been established in education and industry. The technologist will be in evergreater demand as the educational background and expectations of graduating civil engineerswho directly pursue their Master’s degree grow. This paper