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Track 1 - Session 2

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2014 ASEE International Forum

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Miquela Trujillo, University of New Mexico; Peter V. Vorobieff; Francisco Martin Vigil, University of New Mexico; Tennille Charisse Bernard, The University of New Mexico; Clinton Lee Corbin, University of New Mexico

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multiplesmall classroom environments, modifying the laboratory experiments to allow all students togain hands-on experience, and encouraging students to work together. Students have respondedpositively to these changes and stated that these new techniques have improved theirunderstanding of the material. Improved lab report grades corroborate student feedback. Thispaper will discuss these techniques and improvements that were implemented to successfullyteach different instrumentation techniques to undergraduate Mechanical Engineering students ina large (100 students) class environment while retaining the hands-on approach.IntroductionGlobalization has changed the economies of many nations. Many corporations now have afootprint in multiple countries and

Conference Session

Track 2 - Session 2

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2014 ASEE International Forum

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Dianne J DeTurris, California Polytechnic State University; Jane L. Lehr, California Polytechnic State University; James M Widmann, California Polytechnic State University; Lily Hsu Laiho, California Polytechnic State University; Fred W DePiero, California Polytechnic State University; Zoe Wood Wood; Alana Christine Snelling

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of the National Women’s Studies Association, and as a Post-Doctoral Research Officer at the Center for Informal Learning and Schools (CILS) at King’s College, University of London. Her graduate training is in Science & Technology Studies and Women’s Studies at Virginia Tech.Dr. James M Widmann, California Polytechnic State University Dr. Jim Widmann is a professor of Mechanical Engineering at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. He received his Ph.D. in 1994 from Stanford University. Currently he teaches mechanics and design courses. He conducts research in the areas of machine design, fluid power control and engineering education. He is a past chair of the ASEE-DEED Division and a U.S

Conference Session

Track 2 - Session 1

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2014 ASEE International Forum

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Krishnanand Y Maillacheruvu, Bradley University; Amir W Al-Khafaji, Bradley University

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employers were reluctant to support the GEP program initially butsoon became the most ardent supporters of the program. CEC’s industry partners contributetowards GEP student scholarships, which enables financially disadvantaged students to takeadvantage of this opportunity.2.0 Mechanisms for International Exchange of ScholarshipThree mechanisms for international exchange of scholarship discussed in this paper are the GEP,semester-length study abroad, and faculty sabbaticals. Through these mechanisms, students andfaculty, including some faculty who had never traveled abroad, benefited from the exposure tonew cultures and experiences. Participating faculty became more effective in their classrooms inpresenting ideas, concepts, and contributions from

Conference Session

Track 1b - Session 1

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2014 ASEE International Forum

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Mert Bal, Miami University

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Paper ID #11057Assessment of Remote Laboratory Practices in Engineering Technology Dis-tance EducationDr. Mert Bal, Miami University Mert Bal received his PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Eastern Mediterranean Univer- sity, North Cyprus in 2008. He was a Post-Doctoral Fellow in the University of Western Ontario, and a Visiting Researcher at the National Research Council Canada in London, Ontario, Canada between 2008 and 2010. He was involved in various research projects in the areas of collaborative intelligence, localiza- tion and collaborative information processing in wireless sensor networks, intelligent

Conference Session

Track 1b - Session 1

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2014 ASEE International Forum

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Valentina Cecchi, University of North Carolina, Charlotte; Mona Azarbayjani, University of North Carolina at Charlotte; Brett Tempest, University of North Carolina, Charlotte

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improved on them with the use ofthree innovative technologies developed by students and faculty at our university.From the civil engineering perspective, two long-proven design principles for efficient buildingwere implemented: thermal mass and highly insulated building envelope obtained using anancient building material (i.e. concrete). The improvement on these principles was using aninnovative type of concrete mix known as geopolymer cement concrete, never before used inbuilding construction. The geopolymer mix replaces 100% of the Portland cement bindingagent used in conventional concrete with recycled fly-ash, which yields a decreased carbon-footprint (up to 90%) when compared to the conventional alternative.From the mechanical engineering

Conference Session

Track 2 - Session 2

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2014 ASEE International Forum

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Aaron Brown, Metropolitan State University of Denver; Duane B Swigert, Metropolitan State University of Denver

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Paper ID #11056The Development and Integration of Humanitarian Engineering Curriculumin an Engineering Technology ProgramMr. Aaron Brown, Metropolitan State University of Denver Aaron Brown is Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology and Coordinator at Metropoli- tan State University of Denver. His education includes: B.S., California State University-Chico; M.S., University of Colorado-Boulder; PhD Candidate Civil Systems Engineering; University of Colorado at Boulder Professor Brown’s background includes aerospace industry work. Among his notable project contri- butions were design work on the

Conference Session

Track 1b - Session 1

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2014 ASEE International Forum

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Nannan He, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Han-Way Huang, Minnesota State University, Mankato

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constraints.Experts in the software engineering and computer science communities advocate introducing theMBD methodology to students. It provides students with insights, techniques and tools toalleviate difficulties of developing complex software systems. Educators have either integratedMBD into the existing software design course 8 or proposed a new project-based course to solelyteach MBD 9. However, as these courses are mainly for computer science students, their contentsare too theoretical for engineering students who have limited software development background.The intent of our PT course is to convey the practical knowledge related to programming tostudents. We added materials on MBD from the engineering practitioner’s point of view to thiscourse with

Conference Session

Track 2 - Session 1

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2014 ASEE International Forum

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Anna Friesel, Technical University of Denmark; Tsirigotis Georgios

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Faculty Development

is described as theoretical and/or factual. Skill means the ability to apply knowledge and use know-how to complete tasks and solve problems. In the context of this framework, skills are described as cognitive (involving the use of logical, intuitive and creative thinking) or practical (involving manual dexterity and the use of methods, materials, tools and instruments). Competence means the proven ability to use knowledge, skills and personal, social and/or methodological abilities, in work or study situations and in professional and personal development. In the context of the EQF, competence is described in terms of responsibility and autonomy.Furthermore, the EQF gives

Conference Session

Track 1 - Session 1

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2014 ASEE International Forum

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Jonathan W. Valvano, University of Texas, Austin

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large classes. Fourth, on-line tools now existthat allow students to interact and support each other. We used edX for the delivery of videos,interactive animations, text, and quizzes. We used Piazza for discussion boards and Zyante for aprogramming reference. We partnered with element-14, Digikey, and Mouser to make sure thelab kit is available and low-cost. In this paper we will present best practices, successes andlimitations of teaching a substantial lab across the globe.BackgroundAn embedded system combines mechanical, electrical, and chemical components along with acomputer, hidden inside, to perform a single dedicated purpose. There are more computers onthis planet than there are people, and most of these computers are single-chip

Conference Session

Track 1 - Session 1

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2014 ASEE International Forum

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Michael B. Cutlip, University of Connecticut; Mordechai Shacham, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev; Michael Elly, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev

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Page 20.15.4software are available within PML. Display 2Fitting Lines, Curves, and Equations to DataComputations involving the fitting of a straight line, a polynomial or a complex mathematicalmodel to data (regression) are very widely used in many disciplines. The textbook ofMontgomery and Runger (8) contains examples involving regressions from the disciplines ofbiology, chemistry, physics, economics, medicine, sports and chemical, civil, mechanical,electrical, industrial, materials, energy and environmental engineering.Linear Regression - A medicalrelated example presented byMontgomery and Runger (8) involvesthe fitting of a linear regressionmodel to the relationship betweenhypertension (blood pressure rise

Conference Session

Track 2 - Session 1

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2014 ASEE International Forum

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Maria Nandadevi Cortes-Rodriguez, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Renetta G. Tull, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Miguel Alfonso Nino, Virginia Polytechnic and State University

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Maryland)began to offer more professional development programs through the Graduate StudentProfessional Development Unit, graduate student polls revealed that students were becomingmore interested in learning more about global opportunities. Upon investigation, we learned thatavailable Study Abroad programs were generally focused on undergraduate students. Further,many of our graduate students in engineering and other STEM fields had not had Study Abroadexperiences as undergraduate students, and given the structure of graduate research programsand decreasing funding mechanisms, there were very few opportunities for graduate students toengage in international activities while pursuing an M.S. or Ph.D. Some graduate students havebeen able to attend

Conference Session

Track 3 - Session 2

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2014 ASEE International Forum

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Maya A Trotz, University of South Florida; Joniqua Howard, University of Texas Arlington; Ken Darrie Thomas, Auburn University, Biosystems Engineering & The Honors College; Helen Muga, University of Mount Union; Jeanese Christine Badenock, University of the West Indies, Cave Hill; Sheena A Francis, University of Technology, Jamaica 235 Old Hope Rd Kgn 6. Jamaica

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context, and engineering education.Dr. Helen Muga, University of Mount Union Dr. Muga is an assistant professor of Civil Engineering at the University of Mount Union. She teaches undergraduate courses, primarily for civil and mechanical engineering students. She is the lead professor in establishing and building the mandatory international engineering field experience for both civil and mechanical engineering students in the Department of Engineering. Her primary research interests are in water and wastewater treatment and design, sustainability, alternative energy, international development work, and engineering education.Dr. Jeanese Christine Badenock, University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Jeanese Badenock

Conference Session

Track 1 - Session 2

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2014 ASEE International Forum

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Achille Messac, Mississippi State University; James N Warnock, Mississippi State University; Masoud Rais-Rohani, Mississippi State University

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was also present in Computer Scienceand Engineering, Computational Engineering, and Electric and Computer Engineering.A similar but distinct limitation was noted in mechanical engineering; ASME appeared to be themost appropriate technical society for mechanical engineers to join. However, ME has a broadbase of disciplines that are not necessarily captured by ASME. In addition to ASME, faculty andstudents are members of the Society for Automotive Engineers (SAE), ASTM (formerly knownas American Society for Testing and Materials and American Foundry Society (AFS). Toovercome this limitation, the mechanical engineering department sponsored membership ofstudents in a second technical society if they had first taken advantage of the college

Conference Session

Track 3 - Session 2

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2014 ASEE International Forum

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Souhail Elhouar, Bradley University; Amir W Al-Khafaji, Bradley University

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Student Development

shortages, depletionof energy resources, scarcity of materials, overpopulation, and poverty are no longer bounded bygeographic and cultural divides. Consequently, engineering education must rise to thechallenges of tomorrow and produce engineers and builders who possess the needed knowledge,skills, global perspective, and social awareness to succeed. This is a formidable challenge thateducational institutions are unlikely to be able to meet alone as the task goes beyond ensuringstudent technical competency. It must involve collaboration with global business partners,international institutions, and employers seeking engineering graduates.2. Civil Engineering and Construction Challenges of the Twenty First CenturyTwenty five years ago, Endersbee4

Conference Session

Track 1 - Session 2

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2014 ASEE International Forum

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Henry Griffith, Wright State University; Riad Ajami, Director, Center for Global Business, WSU; Angela Griffith

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mind, the choice of ALEKS software as acentral component of the redesigned system was a natural fit based upon its aforementioned resultsin ensuring student success in mathematics. In addition, the ability of the software package togenerate significant value added data for specific student performance was viewed as a mechanismto support the ultimate quality improvement goals of the course. Finally, the inherent learningpathway customization associated with knowledge space theory was viewed as a mechanism toenhance agility of the overall system.While the software offers the capacity to deliver content autonomously, it was decided to retain thein-person delivery of content in lecture in order to maximize system agility with respect to

Conference Session

Track 2 - Session 2

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2014 ASEE International Forum

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Pritpal Singh, Villanova University

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international learning outcomes and development of engineering curricula”, Procs.ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition,2009[6] K. Blum, J. Luther and E. Nauman, “Principles of renewable energy use. A MSc program for needs of Third World countries”, Proceedings of the 1989 Congress of the International Solar Energy Society, p 1911-15 vol.3, 1990[7] M. Boreland, K. Faiz, P. Rowley, D. Infield, and G. Arrowsmith, “A European masters in renewable energy- alleviating skills shortages for the photovoltaic market”, Proceedings of 3rd World Conference on Photovoltaic Energy Conversion (IEEE Cat. No.03CH37497), 2596-8 Vol.3, 2003[8] N. Yang, “Study on Collaborative Learning system design based on web platform”, Applied Mechanics and Materials

Conference Session

Track 1 - Session 1

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2014 ASEE International Forum

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John Matthew Long, Deakin University; Simon William Cavenett, Deakin University; Eloise Gordon, Deakin University; Matthew Joordens, Deakin University

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thestudents another program running on his computer, allowing real-time software demonstrationsand data analysis. The session can also be recorded for viewing later. The software is run via astandard web browser and Java. Figure 1: Screen-shot of E-live being used in a tutorial in a third-year mechanical- engineering and materials-selection class, showing the software’s basic features.methodE-live web-based tutorials were introduced in our school in 2009, first in mechanical-engineering and materials subjects. The application was mainly practicing problem-solvingwith a small group of on-line students. The following year tutorials in first-year physics began.The practice extended course-by-course over the following years. By semester

Conference Session

Track 3 - Session 1

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2014 ASEE International Forum

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David DiBiasio, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Terri A. Camesano, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Natalie A Mello, The Forum on Education Abroad

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environmental engi- neering. He has worked and managed operations in manufacturing and in research and development and has designed environmental control systems for companies as diverse as pulp and paper mills, foundries, organic and inorganic chemical manufacturers, printing facilities, semiconductor manufacturers, mechan- ical assembly operations and dozens of others throughout North America. In his role as a Professor of Practice, he brings the lessons and practical examples from diverse background to the students at WPI.Dr. David DiBiasio, Worcester Polytechnic Institute David DiBiasio is Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering and Department Head of ChE at WPI. He received his ChE degrees from Purdue University

Conference Session

Track 3 - Session 1

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2014 ASEE International Forum

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Arnold Neville Pears, Uppsala University; Mats Daniels, Uppsala University; Åsa Sofia Cajander

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Student Development

 the  cohort.  Another  form  of  scaffolding  and  also  a  mechanism  for  assessing  the  individual  students  is  a  three  stage  writing  assignment.  The  first  stage  is  for  each  student  to  produce  text  for  the  joint  report  including  a   Page 20.24.6description  of  where  it  will  fit  in  the  report.  The  second  stage  is  to  provide  feedback  to  a  fellow  student   5according  to  some  guidelines  on  how  to  give  constructive  feedback.  The  last  stage  is  to