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J. Oh; B. Kissick

. • Value people, hard work, humor, knowledge and service.1 O’Donovan, E. “Professional learning communities” District Administration 43.3 2007 Vol.2 p942 Kraat, S. B. Ed. Relationships between Teaching Faculty and Teaching Librarians. New York: Haworth20053 Elmborg, J.; Hook, S. Ed. Centers for Learning: Writing Centers and Libraries in Collaboration.American Library Association 20054 Information literacy in action: collaboration, retrieved February 2007, from Association of College andResearch Libraries Web site:http://www.ala.org/ala/acrl/acrlissues/acrlinfolit/infolitresources/collaboration/collaboration.htm5 Oh, J.; Collins, J.; Kissick, B.; Starkey, A. “Information Literacy Teams: Bridging the Fluency Divide”2005 ASEE Conference

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Ramazan Asmatulu; Mehmet B. Yildirim; Waseem Khan; Adebayo Adeniji; Humphrey Wamocha

Nanofiber Fabrication and Characterization for the Engineering Education Ramazan Asmatulu*1, Mehmet B. Yildirim**, Waseem Khan*, Adebayo Adeniji* and Humphrey Wamocha* * Department of Mechanical Engineering Wichita State University, 1845 Fairmount Wichita, KS 67260-0133 ** Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering Department Wichita State University, 1845 Fairmount Wichita, KS 67260-0035 Abstract Electrospinning is a novel process of producing sub-micron and

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Jeff Parker; Ping Liu

different values in the convergence process. in Fig. 2 (b), and are impossible to separate without the aidIn particular, a larger step size is set initially to speed the of an equalizer.convergence up. The step size is then gradually decreased to An adaptive equalizer is employed to the received symbolsa smaller value to obtain smaller MSE after convergence. in order to suppress the ISI. The equalizer is assumed the The formula we proposed to adjust the step size µ is given structure of an transversal FIR filter with a length of 12by: taps. Except that the mid-tap is initialized to 1, all the other µ = αµopt (βe−n/γ + 1

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Lawrence Whitman; Zulma Toro-Ramos; Steven Skinner

Section Conference of the American Society for Engineering Education rev5 10 partners. Solicitation materials can include examples of the types of projects that would meet the goals of service learning. 2. Selection of Community Service Projects can proceed by way of committee review of proposals, with selection based on overall quality of the proposals in terms of: a. potential to meet a community need b. potential to further student learning c. feasibility in terms of skills and time required for completion5. Leadership: To graduate successful practicing engineers, these engineers must“have developed

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William A. Kline; Thomas Mason

project, are oftena part of a curriculum plan to satisfy the ABET educational outcomes. The ABET ‘a through k’educational outcomes are divided into the technical skills and the professional skills. In Table 3,items a.,b.,c.,e.,k. comprise the technical skills and items d.,f.,g.,h.,i.,j. are the ‘soft’ orprofessional skills.Engineering education has historically focused on the technical skills with adjustments andrefinements to curricula to ensure the proper and current technical content of coursework.Recent work as described in Shuman et.al.8 has provided perspective on the importance of theprofessional skills and the growing demand for these skills in the industrial workplace. Inaddition to providing a good environment for technical skills

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Wei Zhang

the following functions: a. Inputs two strings from the keyboard, call them strA and strB respectively. b. Appends strB to strA c. Print strA 4. Use MIPS assembly language to implement the memory-mapped I/O by using polling. Specifically, your program should allow users to press the keyboard to input any letters (a-z) and your program should display those letters on the monitor. You are not allowed to use syscall in your program, which will make the lab trivial. While the first two assembly programming projects familiarize students with thebasic instructions, control flow and procedure calling convention of MIPS assemblylanguage, the third project and the fourth project will

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Lawrence Whitman; S. Hossein Cheraghi; Janet Twomey

previously mentioned, traditional teaching methods cause the key concepts tobe studied individually making it difficult to emphasize the important interactionsbetween these concepts. Case studies can help bridge the gap between thetextbook and the real world by providing students with an analysis of real-worldsupply chains. While these methods are effective to an extent, the use of asimulated network of production systems can complement these traditionalapproaches and remediate many of the deficiencies of traditional teachingmethods. More specifically, the simulated system presents instructors with thefollowing advantages: a) The dynamic nature of production systems environments so the effect of variability can be presented more clearly; b

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Stephan A. Durham; W. Micah Hale; Seamus Freyne

Society for Engineering Education” 7Student will often comment on how the addition of water increases the fluidity of the concretemixtures. This is shown in Figure 9. Students typically report in their laboratory reports howthe lower w/c concrete mixtures are more difficult to compact in the cylinder molds than higherw/c mixtures. (a) (b) Figure 9. Comparison Between (a) 0.45 and (b) 0.60 W/C MixturesThis experiment also has a “real world” portion. Students are asked to provide cases where 0.40,0.50, and 0.60 w/c concrete mixtures would be used in

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Ing-Chang Jong

:1-12 (a) method of double integration (with or without the useof singularity functions), (b) method of superposition, (c) method using moment-area theorems,(d) method using Castigliano’s theorem, (e) conjugate beam method, and ( f ) method usingmodel formulas. Naturally, there are advantages and disadvantages in using any of the abovemethods.Many engineers favor to employ the method using moment-area theorems because it has thebuilt-in advantage of graphical visualization during the drawing of diagrams of elastic weights(i.e., the bending moment divided by the flexural rigidity of the beam), as well as the drawing oftangential deviations associated with the deflected beams, in solving problems. There are twomoment-area theorems. Both of

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J. Collins

essential to strategic searching (Appendix B).Role assignmentsIn real-time or virtual asynchronous communication, students share the results of theirresearch and plan a ten-to-twenty minute Power Point presentation. During this process,they elect a “file manager” who organizes the virtual files, including the evolvingPowerPoint. The teams also elect a communicator, who is responsible to contact facultywith issues and problems, while keeping the group coordinated and on task. Finally, theyelect an editor, who is responsible for producing the final version of the PowerPoint, andorganizing the work of team contributors. (A useful guide for helping teams self-evaluatetheir group performance can be found in Appendix C). File Manager Organizes

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Ken Barnard; Greg Stephens; Raju Dandu

Earth Day Teach-In: A Model for Industry, Community, and Education Collaboration Ken Barnard, Aviation Greg Stephens, Arts, Science, Business Raju Dandu, Engineering Technology College of Technology and Aviation Kansas State University at SalinaAbstractEarth Day is a driving force for environmental awareness around the world. It can also be aneffective event for educating the 21st Century Community and the Engineer community becauseengineers and technologists will play a vital role in civic engagement, green economicdevelopment, and global

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Larry A. Glasgow

Addressing the Disconnect between Engineering Students and the Physical World Larry A. Glasgow Department of Chemical Engineering Kansas State University Manhattan, KS 66506-5102 785-532-4314 glasgow@ksu.eduAbstract There is ample evidence of a growing disconnect between engineering students and thephysical world. This chasm is being created by social and technological changes; in particular,the proliferation of microprocessor-based “virtual experiences” for children and adolescents hashad an inhibiting effect upon their

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Meader Woo; John M. Watkins

A Graphical User Interface for a Dynamic Signal Analyzer Using Simulink Meader Woo, John M. Watkins Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Wichita State University 1845 Fairmount Wichita, KS 67260-0044 J.Watkins@IEEE.orgIntroductionThe ability to understand and utilize the frequency response of a linear system is a criticalbuilding block in many undergraduate engineering disciplines. For example, undergraduatestudents in electrical engineering will often see the frequency response in courses on circuits

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Brandon W. Olson

A Composite Approach to Designing In-Class Team-Based Exercises Brandon W. Olson School of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering University of OklahomaAbstract Composite team-based exercises are a concerted effort to present key engineeringconcepts in a manner that is physically intuitive, mathematically tractable, andexperimentally observable; all in a seamless progression of learning activities that span 1to 3 class periods. Composite team-based exercises have been developed in response to aseeming disconnect between mathematically top-heavy engineering lectures andunderlying physical mechanisms. When connections

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R.L.A. Jordan

Synchronous Distance Education in a Mechanical Engineering Technology CourseDecember 9, 2006Abstract: Instruction using the internet is not new and is being used more and more frequently. Some types of classes lend themselves very well to this mode of delivery; technical courses are more of a challenge. The need to use graphics and equations in the instruction and assessment increase the challenges of this type of instruction. Methods of delivery must be modified from face-to-face delivery, along with the methods of assessment. There are many facets to the education of an engineer or engineering technician. Some of the objectives of the engineer’s and engineering

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Stephan A. Durham; W. Micah Hale; Seamus Freyne

Distributing Course Materials Through Online Assistance Stephan A. Durham1, W. Micah Hale2, Seamus Freyne3 1 University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center / 2University of Arkansas / 3Manhattan CollegeAbstractOften times a professor encourages students to review lecture topics, book chapters, and papersprior to class. This preparation allows students to become familiar with the lecture subject andprovides opportunity for in-class discussion. It is also ideal in a laboratory setting to distributeexperimental data to the entire class with minimal effort. The author currently utilizes a web-based educational tool called Blackboard ™. This online

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Jason Moore; Mitchell A. Thornton; Ronald W. Skeith

Perl for Introductory Programming Courses Jason Moore, Mitchell A. Thornton Ronald W. Skeith Southern Methodist University University of Arkansas Dallas, Texas Fayetteville, ArkansasAbstract: While Perl stands for The Practical Extraction and Report Language, even a cursoryexamination reveals that it is far more extensive and had much more capability than a reportinglanguage. The Perl programming language, developed by Larry Wall, is a flexible and adynamic scripting language. Perl is referred to as a dynamic language because it uses aninterpreter instead of a complier. Perl programming language information is

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Ramazan Asmatulu; Waseem Khan; Humphrey Wamocha; Adebayo Adeniji

) nanoparticles that haveexcellent magnetic saturation (78 emu/g) are desirable for these applications due to the strongferromagnetic behavior, less sensitivity to oxidation, high storage capacity and relatively lowtoxicity compared to many other materials (e.g., iron, nickel, and cobalt). These magnetitenanoparticles can be produced by co-precipitation of iron (II) and iron (III) chloride salts in thepresence of ammonium hydroxide at above pH 9, and can be easily stabilized by fatty acids innonpolar solvents. Figure 1 shows a transition electron microscope (TEM) image of magnetitenanoparticles produced using a co-precipitation technique and b) schematic view of thefunctionalized nanoparticles in a liquid medium [1-3]. Ferrofluid is a magnetic

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Christopher C. Ibeh; Monika Bubacz; Andrey Beyle; Stefano Bietto; Stan Scoville; Dilip Paul; Charles Blatchley

addition to other mechanical functions such as: i. support of thewalls of honeycombs as an elastic foundation and increasing their critical buckling load,and (ii). formation of quasi-monolithic layers on the walls of honeycombs, andFigure III: Schematic Structure Honeycomb Wall: (a) Stabilized Wall of ConventionalHoneycomb; (b). CNCMM Modified Honeycomb Wall[1][2];1= Impregnated AramidPaper; 2 = Excess of Polymer; 3 = Additional Layer from Nano-filled Polymer; E =Distribution of Young’s Modulus; D = Bending Stiffness; σ = Strength through the WallThickness of Honeycombs.conversion of the walls’ structure to a sandwich-like structure with increase in bendingstiffness and resistance to buckling of the walls. Modeling of the elastic supporting

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Johannes Strobel

problems are more likely to be compound problemsmeaning they contain a variety of different problem types. This paper describes the findings oftwo studies, (a) a single-case study of a steel engineer and (b) a multi-case study comparing thefindings to 90 problem-solving narratives of other engineers. Both studies are located in an US-American context. Results confirm that real-world problems are intertwined problems(compound problems) and that transitions from one problem type to another within a compoundproblem are a unique class of problems themselves. These ‘transition problems’ have properties,which are not represented in other problem types, and therefore extend the design theory.I. IntroductionFor years, reports have validated the importance

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Roy Myose

goesbeyond the traditional realm of reducing engineering and manufacturing costs (i.e., "lean" alone).In fact, the focus is the end user’s operating cost. Figure 1 illustrates such an operating costcomparison between three fictitious models labeled 1, 2, and 3 from two different manufacturerslabeled A and B. Although the total trip cost along the horizontal axis is a function of the numberof passengers carried by the aircraft, the primary driver for the horizontal axis is essentially the tripdistance (i.e., range). Each aircraft model typically has several variants where fuselage extensionsare added to increase the number of passengers and/or fuel tanks added to increase range. Thus,there are variations in cost per passenger and trip cost depending

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Ramesh V. Narang

twice this distanceFigure 2 The Concept of Sine Error.On attribute gage study (short method): Table 3 shows use of attribute gage study known as theshort method. The result is that the attribute gage is not acceptable as long as both appraisers donot agree with the standard in both of their trials for all parts.Table 3 A Sample of Attribute Gage Study. (G=good, NG=Not Good)Parts Standard Appraiser A Appraiser B Trial 1 Trial 2 Trial 1 Trial 21 G G G G G2 G G G G G3 NG NG G G G4 NG

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Keith L. Hohn; LaVerne Bitsie-Baldwin; Julia Keen; Hani Melhem; Anil Pahwa; Jan Wiersema; Barb Licklider

education should be to help students become life-long learnersand productive team members. Learning communities clearly help move post-secondaryeducation in this important direction.Learning communities, with a long history in higher education, were developed with the intent ofincreasing student success—both academically and socially. Most learning communities todayare developed to meet a specific need at an institution and resemble one of the four typicalstructures2: (a) paired or clustered courses, (b) cohorts in large courses or freshman interest 3groups, (c) team-taught programs, or (d) residence-based learning communities. Regardless ofthe

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Joseph J. Rencis; Sachin Terdalkar

. Each elementwill be considered separately in this paper and the following will be discussed: overviewthat includes a literature review, stress concentrations, and static failure. This paper willserve as a reference for instructors and practitioners. c. 3-Noded e. 4-Noded g. 4-Noded i. 8-Noded a. Truss Triangle Quadrilateral Tetrahedral (Tet) Hexahedral (Brick) d. 6-Noded f. 8-Noded h. 10-Noded j. 20-Noded b. Beam Triangle Quadrilateral Tetrahedral (Tet) Hexahedral (Brick) Figure 1. Common elements used to carry out a static, liner elastic, stress

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Surendra Singh

have been with the company for almost 2 years.”B. “I found the program to be a great introduction to the corporate world, and invaluable to anundergraduate student. The additional work experience has not only helped me learn, but hasalso been a fortunate addition to my resume; when applying to companies who have equationsfor determining starting pay. The extra year of experience has added probably $5,000 to mystarting pay offers.”C. “I learned a lot about project management and task delegation. The engineers approved theproject and set us loose on it. I also learned many technical skills in the project. Not only did Ilearn more about power management and C programming, but I also learned about wiringschemes. I learned that I need to think

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Saeed M. Khan; Gregory Spaulding; Deanna Livengood; Paul Benjamin; Justin Schemm; Kenton Dreilling; Chase Maxton; Fred Kreiman

processes appropriate to program objectivesUnderstand the role of yes 1. Simulation using b. an ability to apply currentsoftware in modern Microstripes knowledge and adapt towireless design 2. Use of Net Stumbler to emerging applications of study access point mathematics, science, signals. engineering and technology.Understand the role of yes Understanding the quarter-wave a. an appropriate mastery oftransmission lines in

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Leroy R. Cox; Katie Grantham Lough

communication. Technical Communication Quarterly, 8(3), 16.2. Bailey, D. (1983). Foreign teaching assistants at U.S. universities: Problems in interaction and communication. TESOL Quarterly, 17(3), 308-310.3. Boyd, G. & Hassett, M. (2000). Developing critical writing skills in engineering and technology students. Journal of Engineering Education, 89(4), 409-412.4. Bruffee, K. (1986). Social construction, language, and the authority of knowledge: a bibliographic essay. College English, 48(8), 19.5. Felder, R.M. & Silverman, L.K. (1988). Learning and teaching styles engineering education. Engineering Education, 78(7), 674-681.6. Oakley, B., Connery, B., & Allen, K. (1999). Incorporating writing skills

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Abu S.M. Masud; Don E. Malzahn

other issues, program objectives (evaluation/ review), curriculum/laboratory update, and any program-related issue that may arise. • Odd Years, College of Engineering administers the Alumni Survey, the results of which are distributed to departments. PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES AND ASSESSMENTBased on ABET statement [1], our working definition of the program educationalobjectives (PEOs) is that these are statements that describe the expected accomplishmentsof graduates in the first few years after graduation. Program objectives can be of twotypes: (a) what all graduates will do, and (b) what some graduates will do. Programobjectives are written to be used as descriptors of the program and are such

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Kamesh Namuduri

. The collaboration will also lead to increase security awareness within the region throughcollaboration with local and regional communities, community colleges, and law enforcement agencies.We plan to achieve these objectives by setting the following specific objectives to be implemented withinthe next few years.(a) Develop, establish, and maintain a common IA education and training program (equivalent toNational Training Standard for Information Systems Security or NSTISSI standards) at communitycolleges throughout state of Kansas. Degree programs focused on specific areas of concentration will beestablished at different colleges based on their individual strengths and local community needs.(b) Design a standard (2+2) curriculum that

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Christi Patton Luks; Laura P. Ford

. There is alsospace for additional comments, such as added objectives. An example of the survey for onecourse is given in Figure 3 in the Appendix. The report for this survey includes the number ofcheck marks in each box with all comments.The third survey is over the entire curriculum and is done in the fall of odd years. This survey isgiven in Figure 4 a and b in the appendix. The board is asked to rate how important our courses,both non-engineering and engineering, are for attaining the Program Objectives. The page fornon-engineering courses is shown in Figure 4a; the similar page for engineering courses is notgiven here. The board members are given space to recommend other courses. They are alsoasked to rate how well our students who