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Daniel P. Schrage

competition has been used as a focus for the rotorcraftdesign courses from the outset. In 1992 a fixed wing aircraft set of graduate designcourses, focusing on the integration of design and manufacturing for the High SpeedCivil Transport (HSCT), was also introduced through a grant under the NASA USRAAdvanced Design Program (ADP). The Aerospace Systems Design Laboratory (ASDL)was also formed in 1992 to support the graduate design research effort in ConcurrentEngineering(CE) and Integrated Product/Process Design/Development (IPPD). In 1995 aspace launched vehicle set of graduate design courses was also introduced. While thegraduate program in aerospace systems design has been quite successful the need to offerhighly motivated undergraduate students a

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Susan L. Miertschin; Carole E. Goodson

Session 1547 Development and Implementation of Web Based Courses for Engineering Technology Carole E. Goodson and Susan L. Miertschin College of Technology University of HoustonDistance education in general and on-line courses in particular have an increased presence inuniversity curricula. In 1993, Peterson’s College Guide noted at least 90 schools that offered on-line educational opportunities while the 1997 Distance Learning guide included over 700institutions. The increase in interest is attributed to a student

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Hamid Y. Eydgahi; Saeid Y. Eidgahy

education has a pivotal role in this global process. Questions such as up to themoment technological education and the latest facilities are the heart of the educational process;but are these adequate? The highest skilled “technicians” are important, but global problemsolvers are necessities. This paper explores the idea that educating engineers in a multi-discipline environment has become essential.Actual curricular models will be explored in an effort to delineate future directions. Engineeringeducation, world-wide experiences and emerging global needs must be merged for a successfulfuture. Specifically, the following will be presented: x Global industries; x Communication and delivery systems; x

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Parviz F. Rad; David M. Woodall

Session 2542Engineering Management as an Outreach DegreeAt the University of IdahoParviz F. Rad, David M. WoodallUniversity of Idaho at Idaho FallsAbstractEngineering Management is an emerging field of engineering which focuses on theneeds of engineers who make the transition to managerial positions. Such atransition usually occurs after several years of traditional engineeringpractice. The University of Idaho recently implemented its Master's program inthe area of Engineering Management. This advanced degree program sharpens thestudent's quantitative and personal skills necessary for the engineeringmanager's position. The program curriculum contains core courses and a suiteof required business courses and is delineated in this paper

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Karen E. Schmahl

Session 3263 TEACHING AN ADVANCED PROCESSES COURSE USING AN INDUSTRY PROJECT Karen E. Schmahl Miami UniversityA semester-long course in advanced manufacturing processes can barely scratch the surface inteaching students the many emerging technologies. An alternative approach to such a course hasthe students learning a single process very well, thus “learning what is takes to learn” a newprocess. This knowledge can then be applied to any process encountered. Senior students inMiami University’s Manufacturing Engineering program were given the opportunity

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Marcus Huggans; Halvard E. Nystrom

Session 2242 Curricula of Engineering-Based MS-MOT Programs Halvard E. Nystrom, Marcus A. Huggans University of Missouri - RollaABSTRACTTechnology is widely acknowledged as a key determinant for organizational and industrialsuccess. However, few students are academically prepared to provide a systematic approach tothe management of this critical factor, technology. This paper is an effort to identify the currentprograms and courses that are currently offered by engineering master’s level programs in thisarea. Furthermore, it outlines the methodology that was utilized, the

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J. Michael Heneghan

electronic circuits via the internet.Students manipulate real instruments such as oscilloscopes and function generators withmouse clicks, change circuit measurement points, modify circuit connections, and adjustcomponent values. The oscilloscope waveforms and meter readings are measured by realinstruments in a central laboratory and the resulting data are sent back to the student’scomputer for display. The student can view a list of which experiments are currentlyavailable and select an experiment to run. The student activity is recorded for evaluationby the instructor.OverviewThe growing trend of distance education can severely limit a student’s access to reallaboratory equipment. Remote laboratory experiments have been developed that allowstudents

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Gary Benenson; El Hadji Diop; José Sánchez; Alphie Mullings; Nadine Simms

Session 3630 Engineering Graduates: The New Wave of Teachers Gary Benenson, El Hadji Diop, José Sánchez/ City College of New York; Alphie Mullings / Nadine Simms, General Electric Corporation / Air Products Corporation BACKGROUND: A PROBLEM OF THE “MISSING MASS” Seen through the glasses of professional policy makers and educational reformers, K-12math, science and technology education are scenes of fundamental and sweeping change. Broadnational standards are establishing both the need for new pedagogies and strategies

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Robert J. Hofinger

design our courses and properly prepare our students.What will the electrical engineering field be like in the future? What should our students preparethemselves for? What should we, as educators, be teaching the future engineers andtechnologists? An insight with leaders in the electrical engineering field presents a picture ofwhat the engineering profession will be like in the next five years. With this knowledge, we aselectrical engineering technology educators can improve our curriculum and better prepare ourstudents for a meaningful and prosperous career and future.IntroductionTake a step forward, into the 21st Century. Let us look at the beginning of a well-connected dayin the life of a systems engineer, starting with this teleconferencing

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Stephen R. Fleeman

Session 1547 EIA Skill Standards – to EET or not to EET? That is the Question Stephen R. Fleeman Rock Valley CollegeWith the publication of the Secretary’s Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills (SCANS) initial report[Ref. 1] in 1991, the need for a set of national skill standards materialized. As part of the nation’sresponse to establish the skill standards, the United States Departments of Education and Labor initiated22 public-private partnerships to develop sets of voluntary skill standards for various

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Warren R. Hill

Session 1647 New Issues for Administrative Action Warren R. Hill, Dean College of Applied Science and Technology Weber State University Ogden UT 84408-1801IntroductionThere are a number of important issues facing administrators in Engineering Technologyprograms today. Beyond the more obvious issues such as tenure, teaching loads, what constitutesresearch, faculty salaries and terminal degrees, there are a host of other critical issues, five ofwhich are discussed here. While one can come up with

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Linda Hardymon; Katherine Mathis; Ahad S. Nasab; Saeed Foroudastan

Session 2633 Energy Conservation in Existing Commercial Buildings Saeed D. Foroudastan,. Katherine Mathis, Ahad S. Nasab, Linda Hardymon Middle Tennessee State University Abstract Old, outdated buildings with inefficient electrical and mechanical systems pose aproblem for owners because of the expense of turning them into energy conserving, healthy, andregulation compliant facilities. The technology is available to make the needed improvements,but financing is usually a problem. The answer to those facing the expense of makingimprovements that can

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Xiaomin Li; Vasiliki Tzovla; Minaz Vastani; Li Yu; J. R. Cogdell; Chitra Phadke; Anju Bhagat; Agustinus Darmawan

Session 1532 The HiTech Web Advising System J. R. Cogdell, Anju Bhagat, Agustinus Darmawan, Xiaomin Li, Chitra Phadke, Vasiliki Tzovla, Minaz Vastani, Li Yu Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, University of Texas at Austin.I. Problem DescriptionThe University of Texas mandates a one-week period to advise students before registration forthe upcoming semester. Many of the components of the university allow students to self advise,but the College of Engineering requires students to be advised in their resident departments

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Richard Spillman

. Theresults both in terms of student success in the class and reports from students who have graduated aresummarized.Introduction Hardware Description Languages, HDLs, have emerged as a common tool to aid in the design of digitalcircuits. Initially, they were used for both simulation and documentation. Now they are also used forsynthesis as well. There are a variety of HDLs but two now compete as industrial standards: Verilog andVHDL. While industry makes use of these HDLs, it is still the case that many engineering students are notexposed to either language at all and others only see them during the last stages of their education. AtPacific Lutheran University, both Verilog and VHDL have been used in the first course on digitalelectronics. Upper

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Albert L. McHenry; Lakshmi Munukutla, Arizona State University

AC 1998-294: Innovative Educational Partnership for the New CenturyAlbert L. McHenry,Lakshmi Munukutla, Arizona State University Page 3.342.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 1998 Session 1647 Innovative Educational Partnership for the New Century Lakshmi V. Munukutla, Albert L. McHenry Arizona State University EastABSTRACTThe Arizona State University and the Maricopa Community Colleges have a history ofcollaboration that is acclaimed as a model across the nation. However

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Susan M. Bolton; Scott D. Bergen; James L. Fridley

ecological principles that integrate human society with its naturalenvironment for the benefit of both. In a previous paper we discussed in detail our concept ofecological engineering, its potential scope of application, and a broad outline of an undergraduatecurriculum (Bergen et al., 1997a). In this paper we present a specific curriculum designed as atrack in a proposed natural resources engineering degree program.We believe ecological engineering is a distinct discipline with ecology as its fundamental sciencebase. Students will learn to practice design with an appreciation for the relationship of organisms(including humans) with their environment and the constraints on design imposed by thecomplexity, variability and uncertainty inherent to

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Shahla Keyvan; Xiaolong Song; Rodney Pickard

Session 3280 Computer-based Teaching and Assessment in Topics on Basic Physics SHAHLA KEYVAN, XIAOLONG SONG, RODNEY PICKARD Department of Nuclear Engineering, University of Missouri-RollaAbstractThis paper describes an experience in computer-based teaching and assessment in threetopics in basic physics. A module is developed for each topic using the Authorwarecourseware authoring tool. The first module is on fundamental particles, the second onbinding energy, and the third on atom density calculation. These modules are also installed onthe web.Each module has four components: 1

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Richard M. Felder

Session 1213 FACULTY DEVELOPMENT: GETTING THE SERMON BEYOND THE CHOIR Richard M. Felder Rebecca Brent North Carolina State UniversityA reform movement has been active in higher education for several decades. The proponents ofchange argue that the traditional teacher-centered approach to classroom instruction, whichemphasizes lecturing, individual effort, and competition for grades, is not particularly effectivefor promoting learning and skill development. They claim that a more balanced approachincorporating

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Alice Agogino; Ann McKenna

Session 1280 Integrating Design, Analysis, and Problem Solving in an Introduction to Engineering Curriculum for High School Students Ann McKenna and Alice Agogino Graduate Group in Engineering, Science and Mathematics Education/ Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of California at Berkeley, CA 94720AbstractThe current paper describes an Introduction to Engineering class that was taught to a group ofhigh school students in the summer of 1997. The class was offered through an outreach programat the University of California at Berkeley called the Academic Talent Development Program(ATDP

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James R. Etchison

Session 1547 Curriculum Restructuring for Freshman Retention in the 1990s and Beyond James R. Etchison Electronics Engineering Technology Department Oregon Institute of Technology Klamath Falls, Oregon 97601Abstract - In 1994-95, freshmen in the Electronics Engineering Technology (EET) program atOregon Institute of Technology began enrolling in a curriculum which had been restructured toimprove student retention. During the first two years in which the new curriculum was in place,the number of

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Sherra E. Kerns; Robert T. Nash; David V. Kerns

Session 2632 &GXGNQRKPI'PIKPGGTKPI.GCFGTUJKR6JTQWIJCP7PFGTITCFWCVG /KPQTKP/CPCIGOGPVQH6GEJPQNQI[ &CXKF8-GTPU,T5JGTTC'-GTPU4QDGTV60CUJ 8CPFGTDKNV7PKXGTUKV[INTRODUCTIONThe development of Engineering leadership requires enhancing a wide range of capabilitieswithin our undergraduate students. In the 21st century, the global economy and increasing levelsof economic competitiveness facing our graduates suggest that issues of business and technologymanagement are critical elements of this set. We have devised a minor program in Managementof Technology to expand the perspective of

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Linda Parker; Lawrence Burton

Session 2242 Intersections of Engineering and Management: What Do the Data Show? Lawrence Burton, Linda Parker National Science Foundation The opinions and findings in this paper are solely those of the authors and not necessarily those of the National Science Foundation. The National Science Foundation’s (NSF) Engineering Workforce Project is a set ofstudies to identify, examine, and describe important dynamics of the portion of the

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Sima Bagheri; Qun Xiao; Jelena Balorda

Session 2526 Hazardous Waste Sites Characterizations using Geographic Information System in Newark, New Jersey Sima Bagheri, Jelena Balorda, Qun Xiao Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark, NJ 07102ABSTRACTThe technology of the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is used to map the potentialhazardous waste site locations within the southeastern portion of Newark, New Jersey and toassess the potential risks of such sites to both human and environmental health. The study siteis a

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William H. Mason

statisticalanalysis. This is all done in a classroom environment in a reasonable number of class periods.Originally introduced by Professor Rafi Haftka at the University of Florida, this paper describesthe version of the project carried out in the Fall of 1997 at Virginia Tech. The purpose of thispaper is to expose a wide spectrum of educators to this project. Our experience with this projectwas very good and we provide enough details to allow easy implementation elsewhere. Introduction Real world product development efforts require analytic models, analytical/computationaldesign and an experimental development program to produce a quality product. It is a challengeto find a class project that simulates the

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Peter C.M. Burton; Fred Payne; Dinesh Kant

Session 3448 New Practically Focused Graduate Programs in Electronics offered by RMIT University. Peter C.M. Burton, Fred Payne, and Dinesh Kant, RMIT University, Melbourne, AustraliaAbstractThe Department of Communication and Electronic Engineering at RMIT University has alwayshad a practical “hands on” approach to teaching undergraduate engineering courses. Theprograms are industrially oriented with the aim of reducing the learning curve for graduatesentering industry.In 1997 the Department, in consultation with industry, introduced

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Tom Owen; Jack Carter; Connie Martin; Cheng Liu; Ambrose Barry; J. William Shelnutt; Patricia Tolley; Nan Byars

Session 1149 Engineering Technology on the North Carolina Information Highway William Shelnutt, Ambrose Barry, Nan Byars, Jack Carter, Cheng Liu, Connie Martin, Tom Owen, and Patricia Tolley The University of North Carolina at Charlotte ABSTRACT In the fall of 1997 we began offering a pilot program (funded by a grant from theUniversity of North Carolina General Administration) of the BSET in Electrical EngineeringTechnology on the North Carolina Information Highway (NCIH) to three North CarolinaCommunity College sites. Originating in an

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Mahmood Nahvi

opportunities to “create and do” rather than those which tell them “how thingsare done.” Courses belonging to the latter category often do not capture students’ interest. Digitalsignal processing, however, does precisely that. It can be developed within a real-life engineeringcontext with real-time applications and design projects, thus leading students to establish a directexperience with the subject rather than taking the instructor's word for it.The DSP lab at Cal Poly is developed with the above objective in mind. It supports experimentswithin the real-life context, using discrete mathematics as a tool and not the goal. It emphasizesinterfacing with the real-time world of analog signals and systems. In addition to a group ofPentium workstations

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Irma Becerra-Fernandez; Gordon Hopkins; Ted Lee

Session 2542 Reaching Out To Engineering Management Students Irma Becerra-Fernandez, Ted Lee, Gordon Hopkins Florida International University, College of EngineeringAbstractThis paper describes the Masters of Science in Engineering Management (MSEM) program atFlorida International University (FIU). The MSEM program at FIU emphasizes a practical,systematic, and programmatic educational environment that will enable future managers ofengineering and technology to become technically competent and business-practice oriented.Prior to its implementation, a survey of potential students at local industries was

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Yue-Chung Wong

Session 1532 An Effective Integrated Approach for the Teaching of Power Electronics to Part-time Engineering Students Yue-Chung Wong Hong Kong Technical College (Tsing Yi)AbstractThe task of teaching power electronics to students in a part-time electrical engineering course isdifficult and challenging. This paper aims to share the experience gained in the development ofan effective approach for teaching the subject. In the beginning of the paper, the difficultiesinvolved are introduced. Then, the problems encountered in teaching the subject in the first twoyears are

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Kathi Cahill; Joe C. Guarino

Session 1658 TS/2 IMPLEMENTING DESIGN-BASED ENGINEERING EDUCATION WITH COMPUTER SIMULATIONS Joe C. Guarino, Kathi Cahill Mechanical Engineering Department Boise State University ABSTRACTDesign-Based Engineering Education (DBEE) is a method for introducing design intobasic engineering science courses. DBEE uses specially structured computer-simulationmodules to introduce basic principles through a discovery-learning process. The DBEEmodules are supported by Working ModelTM; an engineering simulation software packagedeveloped and