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Materials Division Technical Session 3

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ethan Sclarsky, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute ; Tyler Marquis Cooper, Rowan University; Johannes Strobel, Texas A&M University; Jennifer Kadlowec, Rowan University; Andrea Jennifer Vernengo, Rowan University

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materials scientist at Synthes Biomaterials, then joined Drexel University College of Medicine as postdoc in 2009. Jennifer’s research is in the area of injectable biomaterials for orthopedic tissue replacement and repair. She is particularly interested in developing innovative approaches to biomedical engineering education. Page 26.670.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2015Enhancing the STEM Curriculum Through a Multidisciplinary Approachthat Integrates Biology and Engineering – Development of BiomaterialsModulesABSTRACTDue to the increasing prevalence of cardiovascular and

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Materials Division Technical Session 3

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Grace M. Lu, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Dallas R. Trinkle , University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Andre Schleife, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Cecilia Leal, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Jessica Krogstad, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Robert Maass, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Pascal Bellon, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Pinshane Y. Huang, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Nicola H. Perry, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Matthew West, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Timothy Bretl, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Geoffrey L. Herman, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

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: New Modules and Long-Term TrendsAbstractComputational methods have become increasingly used in both academia and industry. At theUniversity of Illinois Urbana Champaign, the Department of Materials Science and Engineering(MSE), as part of a university-funded educational innovation program, has integratedcomputation throughout its undergraduate courses since 2014. Within this curriculum, studentsare asked to solve practical problems related to their coursework using computational tools in allrequired courses and some electives. Partly in response to feedback from students, we haveexpanded our current curriculum to include more computational modules. A computationalmodule was added to the freshman Introduction to Materials Science and

Conference Session

Novel Approaches to Teaching Materials

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jacquelyn E. Kelly, Arizona State University; Stephen J. Krause, Arizona State University; Dale R. Baker, Arizona State University

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AC 2011-1096: PREDICTING CONCEPTUAL GAIN IN AN ATOMIC BOND-ING MODULEJacquelyn E. Kelly, Arizona State University Jacquelyn Kelly is doctoral student in Science Education at Arizona State University. Her Master’s de- gree is in Materials Science and Engineering and her undergraduate degree is in Physics and Chemistry. Her principle research interests are situated in engineering education and include conceptual develop- ment, engineering academic language acquisition, and the role of motivation and emotion on these things. She is also invested and passionate about K-12 education as she teaches physics, chemistry, and science foundations at New School for the Arts and Academics, an alternative arts high school.Stephen

Conference Session

Materials Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alina Kononov, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Pascal Bellon, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Timothy Bretl, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Andrew L. Ferguson, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Geoffrey L Herman, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Kristopher Alan Kilian, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Jessica A. Krogstad, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Department of Materials Science and Engineering; Cecilia Leal, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Robert Maass, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Department of Materials Science and Engineering; Andre Schleife, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Department of Materials Science and Engineering; Jian Ku Shang, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Dallas R. Trinkle , University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Matthew West, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

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this paper, wedescribe our continued improvements to this curriculum and new results on its efficacy.2. Approach to Curricular ReformAs discussed in 15;16 , the curricular reforms described in this paper were supported by the StrategicInstructional Initiatives Program (SIIP) of the College of Engineering at UIUC. Inspired by theefforts of Henderson et al. 4;9–11 , SIIP catalyzes the creation of collaborative teachingenvironments that enable faculty to enhance instruction iteratively and sustainably, targetinglarge-enrollment core courses in particular 12;27;28 . A Community of Practice (CoP) forms such anenvironment, serving to share knowledge, experience, and resources among members and tolower the barrier to introducing, sustaining, and

Conference Session

Curriculum for Green Materials

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Katherine Chen, California Polytechnic State University; Linda Vanasupa, California Polytechnic State University; Blair London, California Polytechnic State University; Richard Savage, California Polytechnic State University

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level course is currently being developed to give students an evenearlier exposure to eco-friendly materials selection and is entitled “Materials Selection for theLife Cycle.” Several other software programs, such as Eco-It25 and SimaPro26, are beingconsidered. In this new course, the role of materials in product design is highlighted, and the 12principles of green engineering27 is introduced. Case studies of sustainable design28 are covered,as companies that have adopted sustainable engineering approaches are investigated.CONCLUSIONSIn our efforts to train effective engineers for a complex, global world, we are currently infusingthe materials engineering curriculum at Cal Poly with sustainability principles. We have foundthat presenting

Conference Session

Building a Community in Materials

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

George Gray

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second path would be todevelop more comprehensive coverage of composite materials within an existing materialscourse or develop a new single course that would be mainstreamed and required for allgraduates. These two approaches would better integrate the material, rather than having itfragmented. This would also lend itself to a more concurrent engineering approach, therebyinsuring that graduates are more qualified to work in the composites industry.Composites Material Engineering at the Baccalaureate Degree LevelA case for the stand alone composites material engineering program was made by Winona StateUniversity (WSU) in Winona, Minnesota, in 1989. Today, the Composites MaterialsEngineering (CME) program at WSU is the only undergraduate

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Active Learning and Demonstrations in Materials Education

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Adam J. Kardos, University of Colorado, Denver; Stephan A. Durham, University of Colorado, Denver; Wesley E. Marshall, University of Colorado, Denver

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AC 2012-3285: ”GREEN PROJECTS TO PAVEMENTS”: A PROJECT-BASED LEARNING APPROACH TO INTRODUCING SUSTAINABILITYTO CIVIL ENGINEERING STUDENTSMr. Adam J. Kardos, University of Colorado, DenverDr. Stephan A. Durham, University of Colorado, Denver Stephan A. Durham is an Associate Professor in the faculty of engineering in the area of civil engineering at the University of Georgia. Durham teaches and performs research in the area of civil engineering materials, concrete materials and structures, and sustainability. Durham obtained his B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in civil engineering from the University of Arkansas. He was an Associate Professor at the University of Colorado, Denver, prior to joining the University of Georgia in 2012

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Interactive Approaches to Teaching Materials Fundamentals

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Barry Dupen, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne

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to Architectural, Civil, and Mechanical Engineering Technologystudents. Students in the ARET, CET, and MET programs at IPFW must earn a C- or better inStrength in order to pass the course. Table 1 shows the percentage of students needing to repeatStrength due to low grades, along with the repeat rate in all other MET courses. 1 Based on a 20%mean repeat rate, Strength is apparently the hardest course in the curriculum. The table does notinclude students who withdrew from courses because of low grades. When withdrawals areincluded, the repeat rate in Strength runs between 18% and 35%. Page 23.673.2 Table 1: Percentage of students in each

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Interdisciplinary Approaches to Teaching and Outreach

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David B. Lanning, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Prescott; Wahyu Lestari, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Prescott; Shirley Anne Waterhouse, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona

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in this style of exam after he recently gave his class one of the aforementioned conceptinventory exams on solid mechanics4 written by other researchers. A new course in engineeringfailure was to be developed by the authors of the current paper, and this seemed like anappropriate venue for such an exam.Course in engineering failureA new three-credit hour upper-level technical elective, created through a National ScienceFoundation CCLI (Course, Curriculum, and Laboratory Improvement) grant, entitled AerospaceEngineering Failure7. This is a one semester, three-credit hour upper-level technical elective inthe Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering Department at Embry-Riddle in Prescott, Arizona.The course is team-taught and the emphasis is on

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Interactive Approaches to Teaching Materials Fundamentals

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stephen J Krause, Arizona State University; Omowunmi Isaacs-Sodeye, Arizona State University

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for assessing conceptual knowledge of students in introductory materials engineering classes. He is currently conducting research on misconceptions and development of strategies and tools to promote conceptual change in materials courses.Omowunmi Isaacs-Sodeye, Arizona State University Omowunmi Isaacs-Sodeye is a Ph.D. graduate student of Curriculum and Instruction in Engineering Ed- ucation program at the Teachers College of Arizona State University. She is interested in how students learn engineering concepts and the translation of curricular to different settings. Her research is in un- derstanding students’ misconception in engineering sciences and best practices for teaching engineering education at the k–12

Conference Session

Novel Approaches to Teaching Materials

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lakshmi Munukutla, Arizona State University, Polytechnic campus

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for Engineering and Technology(ABET). This introductory Materials science and Engineering course serves as aprerequisite to many other courses in the department and students consider this as one ofthe challenging courses in the curriculum of their degree program. Therefore, theobjectives of this study are multifaceted. The major expected outcomes of this effort are,creating student-centered learning environment, promoting self learning and peer learningtechniques, improving student performance in the course, and factoring student feedbackinto the teaching process to adjust content delivery in real time by the instructor. Thefocus of this study is to create student-centered learning environment by promotinginteraction among the students and

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Novel Approaches to Teaching Materials

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John A. Nychka, University of Alberta

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service courses by using a system designedto be inherently easy for engineering students to achieve efficient and effective learning. Thispaper will introduce a teaching approach called “Room with A VUE”, which is a pedagogicalframework developed to create an environment which aids in enhancing student learning bymaking concepts Accessible, Visual, Unexpected, and Engaging. By creating a room in which the students find information accessible they cannot help butbe prompted into recalling their tacit knowledge, and most importantly they are emotionallycomfortable. By achieving a visual presentation of the concept the students again are comfortableand more likely to pay attention because their learning style is being activated. By

Conference Session

Materials Division Poster Session

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Peter R Hondred, Iowa State University; Denise Crawford, Iowa State University; Debbie Ann Victor, Des Moines Independent Schools; Michael R. Kessler, Iowa State University

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) with a middle school science teacher and classroom for the duration of an academic year.These GK12 Fellows engage the students by providing inquiry-based learning experiences and authenticdemonstrations, which bring relevance by relating the science curriculum to real world challenges. EachFellow’s research background provides a unique backdrop for enhancing the classroom curricula. Herewe present a case study showcasing the activities and interactions of one Symbi GK12 Fellow in theclassroom who uses alternative ways to approach the science curriculum by addressing complex problemsthrough the lens of a materials science engineer. In this case study, the primary research focus of theauthor, a GK12 Fellow, is on materials science and

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Interdisciplinary Approaches to Teaching and Outreach

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Steven W. Gyeszly, Texas A&M University, Qatar

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AC 2011-58: IT BASED INTERACTIVE TEACHING OF MATERIALS SCI-ENCESteven W. Gyeszly, Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Texas A&M University at Qatar Will be provided after the paper is accepted. Page 22.982.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 Information Technology Based Interactive Teaching of Materials ScienceIntroductionThe purpose of this paper is to describe an information technology-based interactive method ofteaching a sophomore level Materials Science course for mechanical engineering students.Materials science is a unique course within the mechanical engineering curriculum in partbecause it is a

Conference Session

Materials Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lorraine Francis, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities; Michael Manno, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

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and concept development to final printedobject, 3DP is fast and inexpensive, which opens the door to creativity, individuality andmultiple redesigns in student projects. Moreover, CAD programs offer performance simulationsthat can be included in the design process, and the diversity of materials and methods for 3DP (oradditive manufacturing) is inherently fascinating to Materials Science and Engineering (MSE)students and important for them to fully appreciate in the course of their degree program. The introduction of cost-effective 3D printers has led to new ways to teach engineeringand scientific concepts in an academic setting. The scope and goals of these new experiences areoften dictated by a particular academic program’s needs

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NEW Lab Experiments in Materials Science

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Valerie Maynard, Northwestern University; Matthew Hsu, Northwestern University; Katherine Chen, California Polytechnic State University; R.P.H. Chang, Northwestern University

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investigated as afunction of dimensionality and size. The second section is centered on math tools needed toexpress very small quantities, viz., powers of 10 and scaling, and we intend that students get afeel for how small “nano” is. Shape and size effects on surface areas and volumes are explored inthe third section. Graphs illustrate how the surface area to volume ratio changes with size.Consequences of such a trend are discussed in readings about nature and new technologies. Theculminating event is an open-ended design project that incorporates the concepts from theprevious activities and facilitates engineering design skills. Preliminary field testing has yieldedboth qualitative and statistical results.Introduction To the Science & TechnologyA

Conference Session

Materials Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Xiao Zhang, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Andre Schleife, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Andrew Ferguson, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Pascal Bellon, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Timothy Bretl, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Geoffrey L. Herman, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Jessica A. Krogstad, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Robert Maass, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Cecilia Leal, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Dallas R. Trinkle , University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Jian Ku Shang, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Matthew West, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

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now approaching theirsenior years. In this paper, we present the recent progress of our computational curriculum andfocus on the influence of the program on the performance of students in senior computationalmodeling classes and senior classes with computational modules.2 IntroductionComputational modeling of materials properties has grown increasingly important in both academiaand industry.[1] Survey data from 2009 shows that the an average of 50 % of new hires are ex-pected to have computational training experience. [1] Due to the well-known need of computa-tional skills, it is vital to provide computational training to undergraduate students in materialsscience.[1, 2] A recent study by Vieira and others[3] shows that integrating

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Curriculum Implementation of Materials Advances

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert Simoneau, Keene State University

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AC 2007-1019: THE PROMISE AND PERIL OF ISO 14000 AND THE ROLE OFENGINEERING EDUCATORSRobert Simoneau, Keene State University Page 12.1454.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 The Promise and Peril of ISO 14000 and the Role of Engineering EducatorsAbstractWith increased pressures to make our curriculum relevant there are a number of crucial issuesthat need to be considered for inclusion in our courses. In an already overcrowded curriculumthere is relentless tension about those student learning objectives that are desirable against thosethat are less relevant. The conceptual

Conference Session

Materials Science Education for the Future

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Eunice Yang, University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown

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Paper ID #7413A Hybrid Approach to Teaching Materials Science Using POGIL and ActiveLearning ActivitiesDr. Eunice Yang, University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown Dr. Eunice Yang received her doctorate in mechanical engineering from the Pennsylvania State University in 2006. She is currently an assistant professor at the University of Pittsburgh Johnstown campus. She has taught courses in Mechanical Measurements, Mechanical Measurements Lab, Materials Science, Stat- ics, Dynamics, Matlab, Fluid Dynamics, Strength of Materials Lab, Engineering Design, and Autodesk Inventor. Her current research interest lies in the area of

Conference Session

Introduction to Materials Courses

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jonathan Stolk, Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering

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yourintroductory materials science course. For you, this course represents one of the last foundationalengineering courses you must complete before you start your major course sequence. Viewedanother way, this course is your gateway to the “real” engineering courses. You are feelingexcited but a bit nervous, anticipating what is sure to be a tough few years of engineeringeducation. You wonder about the students around you, how they did in the “weed out” courses,how smart they are, how far along in the program they may be.Your instructor enters, and all the whispers in the room quickly fall to silence. The instructor isfairly new to the mechanical engineering department, so you have not heard much about histeaching style. He is younger than you expected

Conference Session

Micro-/Nano-Technology Education

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Santosh Kurinec, Rochester Institute of Technology; Michael Jackson, Rochester Institute of Technology; Thomas Schulte, Rochester Institute of Technology; Nathaniel Kane, Rochester Institute of Technology; Elaine Lewis, Rochester Institute of Technology; Surendra Gupta, Rochester Institute of Technology

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courses in Applied Mechanics, Computational Techniques, and Materials Science. Page 13.893.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Microelectronic Engineering and Nanotechnology Education for Undergraduates and Pre-College Students through Curriculum Reform and Outreach ActivitiesAbstractThe extension of microelectronics to new frontiers that include MEMS, nanotechnology, flexibleelectronics, biotechnology, energy and solid state lighting is inevitable. Development of anecessary multi faceted work force is critical to our nation’s innovation edge in these fields. TheDepartment of

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Materials Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mary B. Vollaro, Western New England University; Michael Brennan

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Paper ID #10150Leveraging student’s interests in a senior design project through integrationof materials selection methodologyDr. Mary B. Vollaro, Western New England University Dr. Mary B. Vollaro is an Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering and Coordinator of the College of Engineering Honors Program at Western New England University. She received her B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Western New England University, her M.S. in Metallurgy from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (The Hartford Graduate Center), and her Ph.D. in the Field of Materials Science from the Uni- versity of Connecticut. She is active in the

Conference Session

Materials Science and Engineering of 2020

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jonathan Stolk, Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering; Alexander Dillon, Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering

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skills.Course Design and GoalsOlin’s introductory materials science is a project-based course that combines new pedagogicalpractices with modern laboratory facilities. The introductory materials science course employs aproject-based approach and emphasizes hands-on experimentation. The course’s strong linkagesto everyday stuff – products such as sporting goods, tools, and toys – as well as cutting edgematerials and processes are highly appealing to Olin’s undergraduate engineering students.The course is designed to provide significant opportunities for student self-direction.Several key elements of the course give students practice in controlling their own learningprocess. The course features open-ended projects with self-designed experiments, self

Conference Session

Innovations in Materials Education

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Craig Johnson, Central Washington University; Arthur D. Morken, Central Washington University

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AC 2011-1144: ASYNCHRONOUS USE OF ENGINEERING (MATERI-ALS) EDUCATION VIDEOSCraig Johnson, Central Washington University Craig Johnson, Ph.D., P.E., is a professor at Central Washington University teaching materials courses and managing their foundry. He coordinates both the Mechanical Engineering Technology and Industrial Technology Cast Metals programs.Arthur D. Morken, Central Washington University Mr. Morken is a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Central Washington University. With more than ten years experience as an educator Mr. Morken has been immersed in educational technology relevant issues. Due to the escalating demands placed on instructors he is constantly looking for more efficient methods of student

Conference Session

Materials Division Poster Session

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William Joseph Stuart P.E., Oregon Institute of Technology; Natalie Rachel Sheffield, Oregon Institute of Technology

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Renewable Energy Engineering students: developed and taught a new undergraduate dual listed course, Ocean Renewable Energy, in spring 2010. This course has now also been developed and is offered (and has been taught) as a ’Distance Education’ course. • Course and lab development for Advanced Composites for Manufacturing Engineering Technology and Mechanical Engineering Technology students: developed and taught a new undergraduate dual listed course, Advanced Composites, in spring 2009 and winter 2010. • Student advising and course integration in sustainable concepts and life cycle analysis and material Page

Conference Session

Materials Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yi Hu P.E., Tatung University; Amy Shumin Chen, Tatung University, Center for General Education; Yung-Yu Chen; Chao Yang Yang, Tatung University; Ching-Long Yeh

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, J. Turns, and R. S. Adams 2008. Students with differing design processes as freshmen: Case studies on change. International Journal of Engineering Education, 24(2):246-259.6. A. Silva, L. Faria 2012. Two approaches to design teaching in a mechanical engineering curriculum. Int. J. of Engineering Education, 28(2):474-483.7. A. Silva, M. Fontul 2015. Teaching design in the first years of a traditional mechanical engineering degree: methods, issues and future perspectives,” European Journal of Engineering Education, 40(1):1-13.8. C. R. Chaplin 1989. Creativity in engineering design: The educational function. A Report published by Fellowship of Engineering.9. N. S. Richard, K. C. Chen, L. Vanasupa 2007. Integrating Project-based

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Advances in Materials Education

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Barry Dupen, Purdue University Fort Wayne

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necessary for process engineers,manufacturing engineers, and design engineers. In 2017 I submitted paperwork to create a minorin engineering materials, having a different focus from the materials science minor offered inphysics. Around this time, the university underwent a major structural change, splitting into twouniversities. All curriculum changes were put on hold for about a year and a half, during whichtime the title of the minor was changed to satisfy concerns from another department. The retitledmaterials engineering technology minor went into effect in fall 2019.This paper discusses the need for a materials minor for engineering technology students, coursedevelopment, selection of reference books and textbooks, my personal experiences

Conference Session

Professional Development in Materials Engineering

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Katie Cadwell, University of Wisconsin - Madison; Wendy Crone, University of Wisconsin - Madison

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two years. Based upon emergingtechnological opportunities and EP faculty research expertise, three focus areas were chosen:(1) nanoengineering, (2) plasma science, and (3) scientific computing. The EP majors workclosely with a faculty research mentor and receive eight research credits over their last foursemesters and complete an honors thesis.The key outcomes anticipated in establishing is new BS in Engineering Physics curriculum were:(1) a research-oriented undergraduate experience that prepares students to succeed in highlycompetitive graduate research programs or high-tech industry positions; (2) a new engineeringdegree whose structure and approach will serve as a model for other engineering departmentsacross the country pursuing

Conference Session

Professional Development in Materials Engineering

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kalan Kucera, University of Kentucky; John Balk

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, but steel companies and otherswould be aided in recruiting a new foundation of employees. The effectiveness of theimplementation of this approach has yet to be determined, as it has only recently been putinto place, but a survey gauging students’ knowledge and interest in the steel industrywas given at the beginning of the course and was followed by a second survey, bothaimed to help measure the success of the new teaching tools. Through accumulation ofthese surveys over a span of time, the success of these methods will be determined. Page 14.1321.2IntroductionFirst year students in modern engineering programs are constantly inundated withbuzzword

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Emerging Issues in Materials Education

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Senay Purzer, Purdue University; Stephen Krause, Arizona State University; Jacquelyn Kelly, Arizona State University

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AC 2009-759: WHAT LIES BENEATH THE MATERIALS SCIENCE ANDENGINEERING MISCONCEPTIONS OF UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS?Senay Purzer, Purdue University Senay Purzer is an assistant professor in the School of Engineering Education at Purdue University. She received a Ph.D. and a M.A in Science Education, Department of Curriculum and Instruction from Arizona State University. She has a B.S. degree in Physics Education and a B.S.E. degree in engineering. Her creative research focuses on collaborative team learning and the role of engineering self-efficacy on student achievement.Stephen Krause, Arizona State University Stephen J. Krause is Professor in the School of Materials in the Fulton School of Engineering