Session 1653 Integrating Engineering Disciplines into a Common First Year Engineering Program Gretchen Hein1, Katie Torrey1, James Hertel1, Douglas Oppliger1, Jason M. Keith2, Glen Archer3 Department of Engineering Fundamentals1/Department of Chemical Engineering2/ Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering3 Michigan Technological UniversityAbstractIn the fall of 2000, Michigan Technological University started a common first year program for allengineering students. One of the goals of this program was to introduce
. Erdil, University of New Haven Nadiye O. Erdil is an assistant professor of industrial engineering and engineering and operations man- agement at the University of New Haven. Her research interests include use of statistical methods and lean tools for quality and process improvement, and use of information technology in operations management. Her work is primarily in manufacturing and healthcare delivery operations.Dr. Cheryl Q Li, University of New HavenDr. Jean Nocito-Gobel, University of New Haven Jean Nocito-Gobel, Professor of Civil & Environmental Engineering at the University of New Haven, received her Ph.D. from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. She has been actively involved in a number of
and Systems Engineering from Binghamton University (SUNY). Her background and research interests are in quality and productivity improvement using statistical tools, lean methods and use of information technology in operations management. Her work is primarily in manufacturing and healthcare delivery operations.Dr. Maria-Isabel Carnasciali, University of New Haven Maria-Isabel Carnasciali is Chair of the Engineering and Applied Science Education Department at the Tagliatela College of Engineering, University of New Haven, CT. She is also an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering in the Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering. She obtained her Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Tech
distinct specialty, will suffice for teaching sustainability principles ratherthan the need for integration throughout engineering courses, programs, and departments is 2023 ASEE National Conferencesufficient. As a result, a majority of engineering students graduate without adequate training inhow to solve problems, communicate and collaborate across disciplines, and make critical designdecisions (e.g. related to design, materials sourcing, manufacturing, distribution, disposal, etc.),all of which are fundamental to preparing engineers to succeed in their profession and meettoday’s sustainability-related challenges by developing cutting-edge technological solutions thatare not only more sustainable but net zero
of Kentucky. During this time he also supported the implementation of standardization, systematic problem solving, and lean model area development within various manufacturing organizations. Before joining the University of Kentucky, he worked in heavy equipment manufacturing where he assisted in the development and implementation of lean production systems within two manufacturing facilities. At these sites, he was responsible for developing production layouts to support continuous flow throughout operations. David holds three engineering degrees, a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Masters of Science in Manufacturing Systems Engineering, and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of
maintaining industrial equipment. 12.12 Apply the 5S's: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain. 13.0 Identify lean and six sigma concepts in manufacturing environments--The student will be able to: 13.01 Explain product manufacturing requirements. 13.02 Construct process flow charts. 13.03 Explain the role of management in production operations. 13.04 Integrate personnel, hardware, and software capabilities for timely completion of products and product orders. 13.05 Apply manufacturing resources planning and lean manufacturing principles to production and process planning. 13.06 Demonstrate good examples of lean manufacturing principles of kanban, synchronized
theUniversity of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) applied Rapid Manufacturing (RM) tomanufacture or fabricate critical machine parts used to maintain production machines. Failures ofparts and tools in industrial settings cost money and hurt output. Usually, the problem ariseswhen the tooling being used is one of a kind and repair or replacements come with long lead-times. Other problems are encountered when original part or tool engineering drawing is notavailable and costly redesign is needed. The RM process implemented through the senior designproject successfully provide a method to address these issues. This method demonstrates thesuccessful integration of 3D Scanning, Reverse Engineering, Additive Manufacturing (3Dprinting), and Subtractive
searchingfor qualified employees. The skills needed by workers in manufacturing have changed as havethe skills needed by its leadership. Indeed, graduate-level education must provide a pool oftechnical professionals with effective management skills and leadership abilities. Recognizingthis, one university NAIT-accredited technology department developed an innovative graduateprogram designed to provide students with a broad base of knowledge and skills needed toeffectively manage and control production in manufacturing environments. The resulting degreeis a Master of Science program with a major in Manufacturing Systems Technology. Thisprogram’s purpose is to produce industrial leaders who 1) make decisions to integrate appropriatetechnologies, 2
AC 2012-3028: ASSESSING THE APPLICABILITY OF TECHNOLOGYSTUDIES THROUGH AN EXAMINATION OF INNOVATION, THE SYS-TEMS INTEGRATION MODEL, AND SYSTEMS INTEGRATOR ROLEDr. Mitchell L. Springer P.M.P., S.P.H.R., Purdue University, West Lafayette Mitchell Springer is an Associate Professor in technology leadership and innovation and currently serves as the Director of the Purdue University College of Technology Academic Center for Professional Studies in Technology and Applied Research (ProSTAR) located in West Lafayette, Ind. He possesses more than 30 years of theoretical and industry-based practical experience from four disciplines: software engineer- ing, systems engineering, program management, and human resources. He sits on
outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment includinga coordinate measuring machine (CMM), vision measurement tools, robotics, a distribution line,and a sophisticated smart manufacturing system, as shown in Figure 2. Fig. 2. Smart manufacturing lab.6. Results and DiscussionMembers of the IAB have identified several areas of studies. They were but not limited tomanufacturing processes and standards, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GDT), weldingtechnologies, additive manufacturing, statistical process control, lean engineering, automationand controls, advanced manufacturing processes, industrial robotics, mechatronics, computernumerical control in production, design for manufacturing, computer integrated
. There are three cycles per semester and each cycle isof six weeks.4.2.1.1. Semester 1:Manufacturing Planning and Control:Students were introduced fundamental concepts related to manufacturing processes and control.In context of this course, the term manufacturing, and related terms of production, refers to‘making of many’. The topics covered were: introduction to manufacturing systems, MasterProduction Schedule, Material Requirement Planning, Inventory Management and Control, andIntroduction to Lean Production. The scaffolded aspects of electronics and digital fabricationwere covered through the examples (e.g., mass manufacturing of LED lights for decorationpurpose) given when discussing the manufacturing concepts. Instructors taught students
employers in the industry. A studyperformed by the Manufacturing Institute [6] reported that 63% of students select their careerpathways based on their interests and experience rather than resources like their parents (32%),other family members (10%), teachers (8%), and friends (5%). Therefore, investigating newinstructional technologies to facilitate early exposure and enhance the students’ learningexperience in manufacturing is a vital need.Virtual Reality (VR) technology has been proven to be effective in promoting engaged learningcompared to traditional media such as textbooks or videos [7, 8, 9] by offering users immersive,interactive, and engaging experiences [10]. For example, the integration of VR into a discussionof moon exploration with
), recognized trainer and resource person in the fields of CAD/CAM/CIM, Robotics and Automation, Machine vision, Additive Manufacturing, ISO 9000 and Lean Six Sigma. He is also a certified trainer for FANUC Collaborative Robotics. Other areas of interest include Microsystems, MEMS, Nano manufacturing, artificial intelligence, mechatronics, machine vision, remote manufacturing and Robotics and automation, Renewable Energy, Environmentally Friendly Manufacturing, Industry 4.0, and Engineering Technology Education. He has published several research articles, in these areas, in various national & international conferences and journals. He has also conducted several workshops and seminars on the above topics. In
education, collegiate service-learning, and sustainable energy installations in Latin America. Steve has experience in multi-disciplinary collaborations, in addition to collaborations with businesses, non-profit organizations, and community- based organizations. Involved in efforts that engage communities in designing, implementing, and maintaining varied sustainable energy technologies and using them as vehicles for economic and community development.Sarah Aileen Brownell, Rochester Institute of Technology (COE) Sarah Brownell is the Director of the Grand Challenges Scholars Program and a Lecturer in Design, Development and Manufacturing for the Kate Gleason College of Engineering at the Rochester Institute of
simulator usage.Danahy et al. [11] provided a summary on the role LEGO® robotics has played in collegeengineering education over a 15-year period (1998 – 2013) noting a substantial improvement inease of use with the introduction of the EV3 robot in 2013. He envisions LEGO® products to betransformational through the added programming capabilities with the newer version, openingthe door to broader applications in undergraduate engineering computing courses. Hisconclusions generously supported LEGO® robotics in college level engineering education,although the case studies that he considered leaned more towards the LEGO® modularprogramming language rather than programming languages like MATLAB.Hirst et al. [12] reviewed various programming environments
Session 3657, paper 1129 Integrating Real World Experience in Designing Operations Management Course Jenny Wang-Chavez, Ratna Babu Chinnam, Hemalatha Sathyanarayanamurthy, Joe Nguyen Greenfield Coalition of New Manufacturing Education / Wayne State University / DaimlerChrysler CorporationAbstractIntense competition in today’s marketplace is pressing companies to be more agile, lean, andresponsive. Companies are working harder than ever to recruit graduates that not only have solidengineering knowledge, but are also abreast of best business practices
efficiencies. Since 2004, Professor Scachitti has focused her efforts towards applying Industrial Engineering concepts to improve Healthcare and other non-traditional service environments using Lean and Six Sigma methods.Prof. James B. Higley, Purdue University Northwest JAMES B. HIGLEY, P.E. holds the rank of Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology at Purdue University Northwest. He is responsible for teaching courses in modeling; integrated design, analysis & manufacturing; manufacturing processes; CNC programming; and senior project. He holds Bachelor and Masters Degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018 Flipped
Built Environ- ment at Arizona State University (ASU). Kristen’s work focuses on integrating energy efficiency measures into building design, construction, and operations processes. Specifically, she is interested in novel design processes that financially and technically facilitate energy-efficient buildings. Her work also explores how principles of lean manufacturing facilitate energy-efficiency in the commercial building industry. Another research interest of Kristen’s is engineering education, where she explores how project- and experience-based learning foster better understanding of engineering and management principles. Prior to joining ASU, Kristen was at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) as a
Operations Research. Core courses in the 4th-year include IE 425Stochastic Models in Operations Research, IE 453 Simulation Modeling for Decision Support, IE460 Service Systems Engineering, and IE 470 Manufacturing System Design and Analysis.Faculty of the above courses work together in cross-area teams to identify and develop thecommon problem and product contexts that are used by multiple courses. This fosters morecollaboration and synergy among faculty members. Integrated product-based learning linksdirectly
Solving I work in teams to fabricate a small centrifugal pump in a factory-likelaboratory setting. Presently, integration of INEN 401 and ENGR 120 class is nonexistent. Thispaper summarizes the development of an innovative way of teaching INEN 401, by verticallyintegrating it with ENGR 120, in a factory-like environment to enhance the overall efficiency ofthe pumps manufactured in ENGR 120 class. Tasks performed include identifying root causes,publishing new fabrication and assembly instructions, fabricating pumps based on newinstructions, testing the efficiency of new pumps, and comparing pump efficiency. Thepreliminary result shows that new pump fabrication instructions developed by INEN 401students resulted in better pump
, “Introduction of Project Management for Thesis Research”,has been added to the course catalog and open to enrollment for students from different majors.In addition, learning modules including project charter, scheduling, communication, teamwork,critical path method, and lean concept are developed. Case studies and examples have beendeveloped to help students learn how to utilize project management skills in their thesis research.Conclusions. The concept of integrating professional skills training with thesis research throughlearning communities has been demonstrated. There are multiple advantages of this approach,including efficient utilization of the current resources, and faculty buy-in. Preliminary data fromthe first cohort are being collected and
Paper ID #7029The Innovation Canvas - A Tool to Develop Integrated Product Designs andBusiness ModelsDr. William A Kline, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Bill Kline is Professor of Engineering Management at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. He holds a Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign. Bill teaches courses in systems engineering, manufacturing systems, and quality management. He has previously served as Associate Dean for the Rose-Hulman Ventures program and is currently serving as Dean of Innovation and Engagement. Prior to joining Rose-Hulman, he
given to them in printed form in a special ceremony. Ethics isessential in order to advance as leading IE professionals.PEO 2. Use their knowledge and skills to lead projects for the optimal use of resources andcontinuous improvement. This PEO requires students to be proficient not only in the disciplinarytopics of the program but also on the foundational ones which are associated with math, statisticsand basic sciences. Students should be able to apply math and science to the solving ofengineering problems; courses such as 05231- Lean Manufacturing, 05167 - Quality inOperations, 05226 - Systems Thinking, and 05180 - Process and Procedures provide the requiredbackground. For the optimal use of resources, modeling skills are acquired through a
success.References[1] J.S. Lamancusa, J.E. Jorgesen, and J.L. Zayas-Castro, “The Learning Factory – A New Approach to Integrating Design and Manufacturing into the Engineering Curriculum,” Journal of Engineering Education, vol. 86, no. 2, January, 2013[2] K. Yelamarthi, J. Slater, J. Wu, and P.R. Mawasha, “Engineering Management in an Interdisciplinary Senior Design Project,” Balkan Region Conf. on Engineering and Business Education. vol. 1, no. 1, pp. 153–156, August 2014[3] Z. Siddique, “Structuring Senior Design Capstone to Develop Competencies,” ASME Proceedings of 9th International Conference on Design Education, vol. 7, August, 2012
AC 2010-431: APPLYING DESIGN PROCESS TO REDESIGN A PERSONAL CAREPRODUCT – INTEGRATION OF TECHNICAL AND MARKETING ISSUESJorge Rodriguez, Western Michigan UniversityAlamgir Choudhury, Western Michigan UniversityLuis Rodriguez, University of Wisconsin - Waukesha Page 15.186.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 Applying the Design Process to Redesign a Personal Care Product Integration of Technical and Marketing IssuesAbstractAs part of the curricula in the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences (CEAS), there is arequirement of an Interdisciplinary Senior Design Project for the students to complete duringtheir last year in school. The
that were asked onthe trip. The expectation was for them to relate their answers to concepts learned in class whichwere reinforced on the trip. The instructor(s) teaching the course with the subject most alignedwith the trip had the responsibility of grading that assignment. To make this a manageableresponsibility for the instructor, a rubric was used in grading the field-trip reports (Appendix 1).Six Sigma DMAIC LabsThe curriculum included a course in Quality Management, which covered Six Sigmamethodology and tools, lean thinking practices and tools, process mapping, and applications forbusiness process improvement. Six Sigma is a method to reduce variation in business processes.DMAIC is a problem-solving technique integral to lean Six Sigma
of JIT and Lean Manufacturing techniques at a subcontract manufacturer for the communications and data storage industry. His goal is to be involved in the Automotive Motorsports industry following graduation. Mr. Hebert is also a Member of the Society of Automotive Engineers. Email: Hebert_Chad@dwc.eduDavid Guo, Daniel Webster College David Guo is an assistant professor of aeronautical engineering at Daniel Webster College. He received his BSME in 1992 and his MSAE in 1995 from Beijing Institute of Technology, and his PhD of aerospace in 2005 from Old Dominion University. Since 2005, he has taught courses in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, aerodynamics, statics, and gas dynamics. His major
think beyond the mere technical solutions. Students had to consider thebroader societal impact of the sustainable design and manufacturing of their products. Bychallenging students to develop innovative solutions that clearly mimic real-world needs, theIntegrated Project style PBL empowered them to apply their technical knowledge to createtangible value for their customers.4.2 Comparison to other studies4.2.2 Integrated Projects – Same students in different courses The authors uncovered a study conducted in South Africa that used the same wording,namely “integrated projects.” After further review, the concepts differ greatly although the wordchoice is the same. The South African concept appears a noteworthy pedagogical method
developing VR teaching modulesfor a manufacturing system to be used in the IE Department at Pennsylvania State University.However, the module could potentially be used by students and faculty from other universities.During the development phase, several outcomes will be measured and assessed by a group ofstudents and faculty members. The assessments will include various aspects ranging from theefficacy of the VR module to the hardware devices selection. Figure 2 shows snapshots from thework-in-progress system. The following sections describe the framework of the CLICKapproach. Figure 2. Snapshots from the VR module.3.1 Virtual SystemTo integrate the curriculum, a manufacturing system that produces power drills was chosen
Steering Committee, facilitatedDesign for X (DFx) workshops internationally, developed business process linkages between new product Page 9.758.7development and lean manufacturing, and developed and implemented manufacturing systems software. He“Proceedings of the 2004 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition Copyright 2004, American Society for Engineering Education”received his B.S., M.E., and Ph.D. in 1985, 1991 and 1995, respectively, all from the University of FloridaDepartment of Mechanical Engineering. His interests include technology transfer, product