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Electrical Energy Courses, Labs, and Projects II

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jennifer Ferris, Portland State University; Robert B Bass, Portland State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Paper ID #5872A Power Systems Protection Teaching Laboratory for Undergraduate andGraduate Power Engineering EducationJennifer Ferris, Portland State UniversityDr. Robert B Bass, Portland State University Dr. Robert Bass is an associate professor of power engineering in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Portland State University. His research interests pertain to electrical power sys- tems. Current and past projects include analyzing AMI data to evaluate the efficacy of utility-sponsored mini-split heat pump installations; evaluation of power quality at PSU’s ”Electric Avenue” EV Charging Stations

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Training and Workforce Needs in the Energy Sector

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hayrettin B Karayaka, Western Carolina University; Mehrube Mehrubeoglu, Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Paper ID #6261Nuclear Workforce Development Scholarships and Enhancements ProgramPhase I: Outreach and RecruitingDr. Hayrettin B Karayaka, Western Carolina University Hayrettin Bora Karayaka, PhD Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering Western Carolina University Department of Engineering and Technology Belk Building 339 Cullowhee, NC 28723 Bora Karayaka is an Electrical Engineering faculty at Kimmel School, Western Carolina University. With his over ten years of industry experience, he has extensive experience in project management, and a clear understanding of deadlines, industry requirements, safety and

Conference Session

Design Based Energy Education

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bill M. Diong, Southern Polytechnic State University; Scott J. Tippens, Southern Polytechnic State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

student team calculated the shading percentage itproduces in comparison to the (conventional) arrangement shown in Fig. 1b for various angles ofthe sun, and various angles of the assumed square PV cells (see Fig. 2a), allowing for somesun-tracking imprecision. This was a straightforward yet good exercise on the subject ofTrigonometry for them, and the percentage differences between the shaded areas per cell aredisplayed in Fig. 2b. Pivot rod PV cell (a) (b) Fig. 1. Five-cell by three-column illustration of the (a) ‘diamondback’ cell arrangement, and

Conference Session

Electrical Energy Courses, Labs, and Projects II

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hayrettin Bora Karayaka, Western Carolina University; Robert D. Adams, Western Carolina University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

. Attendance/Participation 10% 5. Term Project Presentation/Report 30%Term Project Problem Definition: For the purpose of reducing WCU’s carbon footprint as wellas supplying clean power to entire campus, a power transmission infrastructure is to be designedto transport electrical power from a nearby hydroelectric generation facility.Letter grades are assigned according to the following:A+: 99–100, A: 92–98, A-: 90–91, B+: 88–89, B: 82–87, B-: 80–81,C+: 78–79, C: 72–77, C-: 70–71; D+: 68–69, D: 62–67, D-: 60–61, and F: 59–0.Original projected course schedule is given in Table 3. Page 23.91.6 Table 3

Conference Session

Design Based Energy Education

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Oxana S Pantchenko, University of California at Santa Cruz; Tiffany Wise-West P.E., University of California Santa Cruz; Michael S. Isaacson, University of California, Santa Cruz; Ali Shakouri Shakouri, Purdue University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

. The authors will beaddressing this issues in the future iterations of this project by allowing several students with samemajors contributing to the same group.One of the challenges of practicing engineering is the ability to research and find appropriate technologyto meet the needs of the task at hand. Overall, the real­world project addressed several AccreditedBoard for Engineering and Technology (ABET) criteria for student outcomes, specifically, (a) an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering; (b) an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economics, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety

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Design Based Energy Education

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alamgir A. Choudhury, Western Michigan University; Jorge Rodriguez PhD, MBA, Western Michigan University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

2. Energy in the United States, Wikipedia,, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Energy_in_the_United_States 3. Engineering Future Chemical Engineers: Incorporation of Process Intensification Concepts into the Undergraduate Curriculum http://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward.do?AwardNumber=0837409 4. Wu, B., et. al. Promoting Awareness of Industrial Energy Efficiency and Waste reduction in University Students Population, Proceedings of ASEE Annual conference and Exhibition, 2007. 5. Foundation for Global Sustainability, Do You Know What Sustainability Mean?, http://www.korrnet.org/fgs/edu/index.html 6. Robert A. Frosch, “Sustainability Engineering (editorial)”, The Bridge 29:1, Spring 1999 7. UN

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Design Based Energy Education

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Syed Mohammed Tahmid, Naval Air Systems Command; Bilal Saleh Gill; Kee M Park, Queensborough Community College; Yeong Ryu, State University of New York, Farmingdale; SangHoon Lee, Polytechnic Institute of New York University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

) (b)Figure 1: Cavitation heat pump setup; (a) electrical motor and cavitation heat pump, and (b) un-insulated water tank and gauges This experiment demonstrates that thirty gallons of water is heated from 30C to 70C using thecavitation heat pump system. As water was heated, time and the amperage were recorded atevery 5C intervals. The measured parameters (See Table 1) were analyzed to determinecorrelations (See Figure 2) and cost of water heating (See Table 2). It ultimately culminated tocost of $0.92 and took one hour, twenty three minutes and twenty four seconds to heat thirtygallons of water from 30C to 70C. The cost of water heating using a cavitation heat pump willbe compared to that of conventional heating methods such as natural

Conference Session

Design Based Energy Education

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jennifer M Peuker, University of Alaska, Anchorage; Steffen Peuker, University of Alaska Anchorage

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Cycle Virtual Labs.The Psychrometrics Virtual Lab—diagram window shown in Figure 3; full details and handoutsare in Appendix B.1—asked the students to compare steam versus water injection into a straight airduct that first had a resistance heater. Questions the students needed to answer included explain-ing why steam or water injection is recommended. The students will discover that—as a resultof the first law of thermodynamics—the same total power input is required for both options, butthe final questions challenge the students to consider the actual application. For example, studentsare asked to consider a retrofit to convert an existing steam injection system to a water injectionsystem and comment if the existing heater can be used. Students

Conference Session

Topics in Energy Management

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Esther T. Ososanya, University of the District of Columbia; Sasan Haghani, University of the District of Columbia; Wagdy H Mahmoud, University of the District of Columbia

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

above, and will allow continuous monitoring of the Hadoop Page 23.1181.13cloud computers at a relatively low cost. 12AcknowledgementStudents participated in this study were supported by a grant from the University of the Districtof Columbia STEM Center (NSF/HBCU-UP / HRD-0928444), Washington, D.C. 20008 andfrom a grant from the National Science Foundation Targeted Infusion Project Renewable EnergyGrant (NSF/HBCU-UP/ HRD-1036293).References:[1] P3 International Corporation, Innovation Electronics Solution, 2011.[2] Tweet-A-Watt/Kill-A-Watt from Adafruit Industries, 2009.[3] S. Lakeou, E. Ososanya, B

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Electrical Energy Courses, Labs, and Projects I

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hirak C Patangia, University of Arkansas, Little Rock

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

sizing.4. LABORATORY ACTIVITIESThe College of Engineering has assigned a modern laboratory space for the projectimplementation. The space has been renovated, electrical connections dropped, and six modernlab tables with storage facility have been installed. Each station is equipped with test equipmentfrom Tektronix and they include: Tektronix AFG 3022 B Dual Channel Arbitrary/FunctionGenerator, Tektronix MSO 3014 Mixed Signal Oscilloscope, Tektronix DMM 4010 5-1/2Digital Multimeter, and Instek SPD-3606 Dual Range DC Power Supply. Each station is alsoequipped with a desktop computer and the computers are interfaced to the equipment throughEthernet cable. Each computer is equipped with latest windows operating system, high speedprocessor, and

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New Concepts for Alternative and Renewable Energy Courses

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Radian G Belu, Drexel University (Tech.)

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

implemented with a computer equipped with DAQ board. Data obtained from DAQboard are pre-processed and sent to the upper levels of the application by a software componentdeveloped in LabVIEW, MATLAB and Interactive Data Language (IDL). The access to systemis through our university course management website, via proper identification. The access isopen to all students or users enrolled in the renewable energy and sustainability courses. Page 23.602.8Figure 1 Architecture of the systemAn important part of the system is represented by software development. Software developmentis based on: a) data acquisition and conditioning; b) data storage and

Conference Session

Topics in Biomass and Gasification Processes

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Drew Witte, IUPUI; Peter J. Schubert, IUPUI

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Paper ID #6556Optimization of a Trash to Energy SystemDrew Witte, IUPUIProf. Peter J. Schubert, IUPUI Peter J. Schubert, Ph.D., P.E. is Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at IUPUI, and serves as the Director of the Richard G. Lugar Center for Renewable Energy. He has published 75 technical papers and ha 35 US patents. He has been the principal investigator on grants from NASA, DOE, DOD, USDA, and GSA. Page 23.949.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2013

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Topics in Energy Management

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Andrew Lau, Pennsylvania State University, University Park

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Paper ID #6733Economic Enhancements to a First-Year Net Zero Energy Home Design ProjectProf. Andrew Lau, Pennsylvania State University, University Park Andrew Lau is an associate professor of Engineering and coordinator of first-year seminars. He earned his B.S.M.E. from Penn State in 1977, and his M.S.M.E. from the University of Wisconsin - Madison in 1983. Page 23.448.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2013 Economic Enhancements to a First-Year Net Zero Energy Home

Conference Session

Training and Workforce Needs in the Energy Sector

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sungwon S. Kim, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Patrick A. Tebbe, Minnesota State University, Mankato

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

). Before joining MSU Mankato, Dr. Kim was a Visiting Assistant Professor in the School of Engineering at Purdue University, teaching courses in the thermal fluid sciences, and conducting research in nanotechnol- ogy. His research expertise and interests lie in the controlled synthesis of CNTs for thermal and biological applications. While at Purdue, he was actively involved in research sponsored by DARPA (Defense Ad- vanced Research Projects Agency) in the development of carbon nanotube (CNT) enhanced wicks for vapor chambers (Thermal Ground Plane Program), and in enhancement of thermal interfaces using CNTs (Nano Thermal Interface Program). Currently, his research activities are concentrated in the area of engineering

Conference Session

Electrical Energy Courses, Labs, and Projects I

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ona Egbue, Missouri University of Science and Technology, Rolla MO; Suzanna Long, Missouri University of Science & Technology; Ean-Harn Ng, Oregon State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

and comprehension categories of Bloom’s Taxonomycognitive domain. In the future this study will be extended to include all six categoriesof Bloom’s Taxonomy cognitive domain including knowledge, comprehension, application,analysis, synthesis and evaluation in order to assess other dimensions of learning.AcknowledgementThis research was partially funded by a grant from the Department of Energy (Award #DEEE0002012)Appendix AElectric Vehicle Survey1. My parents drive. Circle all that apply a) An SUV b) A truck c) A van d) Small Car (e.g. Mini Cooper) e) Large car (e.g. Ford Taurus)2. What is an electric vehicle or electric car?3. Have you seen an electric vehicle or been driven in an electric vehicle. Circle all that apply a) No, I

Conference Session

New Concepts for Alternative and Renewable Energy Courses

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Craig J. Hoff, Kettering University; Jennifer Aurandt, Kettering University; Matthew R. O'Toole, Kettering University; Gregory W. Davis, Kettering University; Steven Nartker, Kettering University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

ment ning.and learnADM1 iss a system off first-order, linear, diffeerential equaations and algebraic equaations. Amoongthe phenoomena thesee equations describe d are the t chemicall reactions thhat occur duuring biogasproductioon, mass balances of cheemicals with hin the systemm, flow of mmaterials intoo and out of thesystem, and a levels off inhibitory quantities q (pHH, nitrogen, hydrogen suulfide, etc.). Some majoorquestionss of interest for the studeents would be: b what variiables and otther factors aare importannt tothe proceess of biogass

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Training and Workforce Needs in the Energy Sector

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert Gilbert, Sinclair Community College

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

laboratoryLaboratory for Renewable Energy ApplicationsThe laboratory requirements for renewable energy are relatively will defined. M. Al-Addous, C. B. Class [3] provide a list of solar thermal equipment to support a portion of arenewable energy laboratory. The North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners[4] lists implicitly in their PV Installer Task Analysis the required equipment andinstrumentation for a laboratory to support solar photovoltaic training. The North AmericanBoard of Certified Energy Practitioners [5] also provides a Solar Heating Entry LevelLearning Objectives which explicitly lists the required equipment and instrumentation forsolar thermal training. The equipment includes an active solar photovoltaic system, an activesolar

Conference Session

Topics in Biomass and Gasification Processes

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hong Zhang, Rowan University; Jess W. Everett, Rowan University; Jessica Tryner, Rowan University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

later realized that it was impossible for the local Page 23.1064.3villagers to obtain grinders. A quick solution was proposed to use the mortar and pestle that arecommonly seen in the Africa. A bucket and a 2-inch PVC pipe with an end cap were used tosimulate the equipment (Figure 2 A & B). The peanut shells are reduced to the size of athumbnail. The size is selected by balancing the effort of crushing and the easiness of pressing.The student team also spent a long time to look for a suitable binder. The industrial binder wasclearly not an option. They tried cornstarch and rice starch since they were the local staplefood

Conference Session

Electrical Energy Courses, Labs, and Projects II

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Herbert L. Hess, University of Idaho, Moscow; Brian Peterson, U.S. Air Force Academy; Susan Elmore, US Air Force Academy ; Al DUPE Mundy, United States Air Force Academy

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Design.semester. Cost of a complete set of four student units is about $150 for materials. From picking upthe rough components at a lumberyard to finished, assembled product took the author about sixhours for a set of four student units. Photos of the student units are shown in Figure 6. Theinstructor unit is shown in Figure 7. Page 23.654.6 a. Three Way Switch Circuit b. GFCI Circuit b. Figure 6. Photographs of the Four Student Units.c. Panel with Receptacle and Security Light d. Switched Outlet Circuit Figure 6. Photographs of the Four Student Units

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New Concepts for Alternative and Renewable Energy Courses

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Narayanan M. Komerath, Georgia Institute of Technology; Akshay Milind Pendharkar, Georgia Institute of Technology; Vrishank Raghav, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

constraining theoutward bowing due to radial stress, this shifted the fundamental frequency upward.The 4-bladed turbine would not self-start. This was addressed by cutting a cardboard postalmailing tube along its axis, and using the two halves as a Savonius wind turbine. This was placedwell inboard of the lifting blades to avoid limiting the tip speed. This arrangement wasinsufficient to self-start the 4-bladed turbine, showing that the aerodynamic blades weregenerating substantial negative torque. This negative torque was traced to the second quadrant(starting with the reference along the downwind direction). To alleviate this issue, a guidevanewas found to be be the right solution. The resulting arrangement is shown in part (b) of Figure 1.The 4

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Topics in Biomass and Gasification Processes

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Madhumi Mitra Ph.D, University of Maryland Eastern Shore; Abhijit Nagchaudhuri, University of Maryland, Eastern Shore; Corinne Johnson Rutzke, Corinne Rutzke

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

performance of the biodieselto operating equipment pertaining to agriculture, engineering, and the environment; and how toevaluate information from a global perspective to present a picture of the biofuels movement, itssuccesses, its historical failures, and its achievable goals within the next few decades (Figures4a-b).Figure 4a. BioPro 190 at the UMES Figure 4b Biodiesel making process in laboratoryBiodiesel facility for making biodiesel from virgin oilsfrom waste cooking oilA field trip to a local biodiesel company in Princess Anne, MD, is conducted where theparticipants are able to see how waste vegetable oil collected from restaurants, cafeterias,and other places is filtered, dewatered, and processed into

Conference Session

Electrical Energy Courses, Labs, and Projects II

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ramadan Elmoudi, University at Buffalo; Ilya Y. Grinberg, Buffalo State College; Mohammed Safiuddin, University at Buffalo, SUNY

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Paper ID #6672Simulation of FACTS Devices as Reactive Power Compensators and VoltageControllers in the Smart GridRamadan Elmoudi, University at Buffalo Ramadan Elmoudi (IEEE Student M’10) received the B.Sc. degree and the M.Sc. degree in electrical engineering in 1996 and 2007 respectively from Misrata Institute of Industry and Academy of Graduate Studies, Tripoli, Libya, respectively. He has over 10 years of industrial experience in National Power Sector beside his work as a developer of automation systems in different disciplines. Currently he is pursuing the Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering in U B (SUNY

Conference Session

Electrical Energy Courses, Labs, and Projects I

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Al DUPE Mundy, United States Air Force Academy; Andrew Laffely, US Air Force Academy; Bryan John Cooper, United States Air Force; George York, U.S. Air Force Academy; Herbert L. Hess, University of Idaho, Moscow

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Department Struggles with STEM Problems”, B. Lane, 2012, Available online:www.thomasnet.com/journals/machining/defense-department-struggles-with-stem-problems/[3] “Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Education: Background, FederalPolicy, and Legislative Action”, J. Kuenzi, CRS Report for Congress, Available Onlinehttp://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/RL33434.pdf, Mar 2008 Page 23.1000.8[4] “Green Energy: Powering Education from a STEM Education Methodology”, Bill Hughes, 2011, ItnlTech & Engr Edu Assoc, v71 n2 p23-25 Oct 2011[5] J. Koebler, Demand, Pay for STEM Skills Skyrocket, Oct 2011, USNEWS

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Topics in Biomass and Gasification Processes

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Wookwon Lee, Gannon University; Harry R. Diz, Gannon University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

. Figure 15. A snapshot of the Control screen of the CCM4. Assessment of Student Learning OutcomesStudent learning outcomes were assessed throughout the project duration in each department aspart of its own senior design course. As in senior design courses at most institutions, the studentlearning outcomes in the senior design in the three departments typically were assessed on some ofthe key ‘a thru k’ ABET-defined student learning outcomes such as a) ability to apply knowledgeof mathematics, science, and engineering, b) ability to design and conduct experiments, c) abilityto design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs, d) ability to function onmultidisciplinary teams, f) understanding of professional and ethical responsibility

Conference Session

Topics in Biomass and Gasification Processes

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Matthew J. Traum, Milwaukee School of Engineering; Kyle Pace; Jeremy R Anderson, EASENET

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

unit described in the current paper could be added to RenewableEnergy Sources.To meet energy and sustainability training needs, other engineering programs integrate hands-onenergy content into their engineering curricula via energy-focused design-and-build and capstonesenior projects. For example, Sam Houston State University recently reported completion ofseven energy and sustainability student projects on topics including A) a renewable energy Page 23.173.3trainer, B) an environmentally friendly electric boat, C) a solar-thermal space and water heater,D) design of a self-sufficient residential home, and E) a hybrid wind and solar system. [6

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Electrical Energy Courses, Labs, and Projects I

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University; Keith L. Coogler, Sam Houston State University; Bill Crockford, Sam Houston State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

convert temperature differences into usableelectricity. TEGs are made from thermoelectric modules which are solid-state integrated circuitsthat employ three established thermoelectric effects known as the Peltier, Seebeck and Thomsoneffects. TEGs require heat as an energy source and can generate power as long as there is a heatsource such as gas or oil flame, stove, camp fire, industrial machinery, and furnace. Solarmodules which convert light energy into usable electricity need direct sunlight to generatemaximum rated power. Usually solar tracking systems are used to receive direct sun light toincrease the efficiency of the modules. This type of setup increases the cost of the photovoltaicsystems. A team of students with a renewable energy

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New Concepts for Alternative and Renewable Energy Courses

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Elizabeth (elisha) Mh Garcia, U.S. Coast Guard Academy; Deanna L Bergondo, United States Coast Guard Academy

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

% 61% Figure 1: Declared Majors of (a.) the 29 Students enrolled in 2009 and of (b.) the 13 students enrolled in 2012 in the Marine Renewable Energy Seminar.Student Course FeedbackCross major representation was not as well achieved in 2012 as it was in 2009. In 2009 therewas at least one person from each of the eight majors offered at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy1,while in 2012 there were no management or government majors represented (Figure 1(a.) and1(b.)). This could indicate a larger interest by Marine and Environmental Sciences (MES)students, or it could also indicate that the timeslot of the class worked best for MES students,while not so ideal for other majors. Either way, in 2012, there was still a good representation

Conference Session

Topics in Energy Management

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jaime Ramos-Salas P.E., University of Texas, Pan American; Emmanuel Benitez, University of Texas, Pan American; Leonel Aguilera, University of Texas, Pan American

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Paper ID #7578Hands on Experience for students on an Energy Management SystemDr. Jaime Ramos P.E., University of Texas, Pan AmericanMr. Emmanuel Benitez, University of Texas, Pan AmericanMr. Leonel Aguilera, University of Texas, Pan American Leonel Aguilera earned his B.S degree in Electrical Engineering from The Technology Institute of Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico in 2006. He obtained a MS in Electrical Engineering at the University of Texas-Pan American in Edinburg, Tex. He is an active researcher with interests in Networking and Renewable Energy

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New Concepts for Alternative and Renewable Energy Courses

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mehmet Sozen, Grand Valley State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Paper ID #8094Use of Various Software Tools in an Alternative Energy Systems CourseDr. Mehmet Sozen, Grand Valley State University Dr. Mehmet S¨ozen is a professor of mechanical engineering at Grand Valley State University. His general area of interest is thermo/fluid sciences with specialty in transport phenomena in porous media, thermal management of high heat flux systems and applications of alternative energy systems. Page 23.1300.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2013

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Training and Workforce Needs in the Energy Sector

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Wajiha Shireen, University of Houston (CoT); Radhakrishna Kotti, University of Houston (CoE); Jesus Arturo Villanueva

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Paper ID #7132Smart Grid, Industry Trends and Power Engineering EducationDr. Wajiha Shireen, University of Houston (CoT) Wajiha Shireen received her B.S degree from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology in 1987, her M.S and PhD degrees in 1991 and 1993, both from Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas, all in Electrical Engineering. She joined University of Houston in 1993 and currently is a full Professor and holds a joint appointment in the Engineering Technology Department and the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at University of Houston, Houston, Texas. Her current research