synthesis, fluid flow and heat transfer. Duncan has introduced a wide range of innovations into the chemical engineering programme at UCT, including collaborative study groups and the freshman course, as well as being involved in curriculum development and accreditation across the whole programme. He has published 19 articles in peer-reviewed journals on his technical research (mostly in the area of process synthesis) and 15 on engineering education (mostly on student learning).Hans Hoyer, American Society for Engineering Education Hans J. Hoyer, Ph.D. Director for International Programs and Strategy for ASEE and Deputy Secretary General of IFEES. Prior to coming to ASEE in early 2006, CEO of World
Paper ID #46372Including Leadership in Civil Engineering EducationLt. Col. Monica Pickenpaugh PE, United States Air Force Academy Lieutenant Colonel Monica Y. Pickenpaugh is an Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Dean of Faculty, United States Air Force Academy, Colorado. As an Assistant Professor, she is responsible for educating, training, and equipping cadets to prepare them for service in the United States Air Force as Officers.Capt. Owen Sedej P.E., United States Air Force Academy Captain Owen Sedej is an Instructor in The Department of Civil and Environmental
Paper ID #11412Engineering Leadership Education - The Path ForwardDr. Richard J. Schuhmann, The Landing School For two decades, Dr. Schuhmann has been affiliated with engineering leadership programs at the Penn- sylvania State University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He now serves as the President of the Landing School of Boatbuilding and Design in Arundel, Maine.Mr. Andrew Michael Erdman, Pennsylvania State University Andrew M. ”Mike” Erdman received his B.S. in Engineering Science from Penn State and his M.S. from USC. Erdman has also taken courses at RPI, Union, UCLA, UCSB, MIT, and Dartmouth. At Rocket
examples are clearly linked to real world situation. Additionally, it was been shown that female students excel in hands-on, collaborative educational settings [11][12]. Research further shows that minority students learn better when there is interaction between their experiences and their ideas [13]. More specifically, Hispanic students learn more effectively in collaborative environments that encourage team-based projects [14]. Thus, the experience-based model used in the program, with a lab-intensive curriculum that emphasizes real-world projects, we are serving minority students in engineering. III. Administrative IssuesAs mentioned in the previous
liquid (GTL) technology, and development of catalysts for the petrochemical and environmen- tal industry besides development of engineering education models. He holds several US and European patents and tremendous publications in form of peer reviewed journal articles and conference proceed- ings as well as conference and industry technical reports publications. Dr. Elbashir completed research studies on design of reactor technology and applied catalysis for several world-leading companies (BASF Corporation, and SABIC R&T). He is currently leading a research team with multi million dollars fund in collaboration with researchers from nine prestigious universities around the globe and with scientists from world
the big picture and integrating diverse perspectives, including technical, social, economic, environmental, and political aspects, to understand and solve energy-related challenges comprehensively. • Integrated energy education suggests combining different disciplines or areas of study into a single, cohesive program or curriculum. It strives to remove traditional academic silos and bring together various fields such as engineering, economics, environmental science, and policy, creating a unified educational experience that promotes collaboration and interconnected thinking. • Interdisciplinary energy education highlights the crossing and blending of multiple disciplines to address energy
Annual Meeting, 17-18 October 1990, Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc.3. ASEE, “Engineering Education for a Changing World,” Report prepared by the ASEE Engineering Deans' Council and Corporate Roundtable, Washington, D.C., American Society for Engineering Education, 1994.4. ASTD, "Workplace Basics: The Skills Employers Want," American Society for Training and Development and U. S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, 1988.5. Astin, Alexander, Achieving Educational Excellence, 1985, San Francisco, Jossey-Bass6. Astin, Alexander, et al., “Principles of Good Practice for Assessing Student Learning,” AAHE Assessment Forum, 19927. Baltimore, Linda 0., "Collaboratives: Helping Hispanic Students
Engineering Education from an Industry Perspective Chitralekha Potnis, Ajit Potnis The Learning Institute / T I AutomotiveAbstractDevelopment of a country to a large extent depends on the progress made in science andtechnology. It has been widely accepted that industrialization is one of the major tools whichshapes national destiny. The qualitative and quantitative improvement in the industrial status of anation is strongly based on the quality of engineering education.Technical education must be suited to the development in economy, science and technology, andculture of the country and it plays a vital role in promoting their development. Due todevelopment of higher
even when it is not required.In the case of engineering education for 2020, many of the educational objectives discussedabove would need collaborating partners to realize them. For instance, offering engineeringprograms at a distance is the need of the day. Very few engineering programs are offered at adistance currently. One of the main difficulties in offering engineering programs, especiallyundergraduate programs, is the difficulty in offering hands-on experience at a distance. Whilesimulation and other technology based efforts are being tried, they are not an ideal substitute forreal-world, hands-on training. But this problem could be solved effectively by entering intocollaborative arrangements with local institutions in other countries
Paper ID #21879Current Trends in Architectural Engineering EducationProf. John J. Phillips, Oklahoma State University JOHN PHILLIPS, a registered engineer and associate professor of architectural engineering, practiced as a structural engineer for nine years before returning to his alma mater to teach at Oklahoma State University. He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses including Statics, Analysis I, Foundations, Timbers, Steel, Concrete, Steel II, Concrete II, Steel III, Concrete III, and in the Comprehensive Design Studio. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018
of the global practice of engineering and provideinvaluable international exposure.3. Global engineering excellence depends critically on a mutual commitment topartnerships, especially those that link engineering education to professional practice.The team recommends that industry must take the lead in developing opportunities for studentsto practice engineering in a global context, whether through on-site employment, virtualinvolvement in global engineering projects, or other experiential opportunities. Universitiesshould initiate more collaborative activities with industry, such as research, educational projects,and transnational internship programs. Significant industry representation on advisory boardsand invitations of industry
her educational innovation using technology, the Chemistry Manufacturing Association for her outstanding college chemistry teaching, and the UCLA Brian Copenhaver Award for Innovation for Teaching with Technology for the development and implementation of CPR. Page 15.486.2© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 Engineering Education: Oral and Visual Communication Using Enhanced Calibrated Peer Review™Abstract: We report the intermediate results of an NSF Collaborative Grant among LouisianaState University (LSU), Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology (RHIT), and the
efficiency upon our energy needs for thebetter. Engineering students shown an emerging field may have more of an opportunity tocontribute in their career, and a dedicated study for this would be a welcome contribution. Theauthors encourage incorporating a new field like that of energy harvesting into the classroom andlab. The collaborative sharing of information for educational purposes is mutually beneficial toall parties. An organized introduction to a new field can be very beneficial in the learningprocess and lead to more contribution to the field and satisfaction by the participants. Theoverview of energy harvesting presented in this paper is a start and the material could bedeveloped and matured into a dynamic and long-lasting learning module
Standards Institute (ANSI), in collaboration with other national organizations, hasdeveloped the United States Standards Strategy (USSS) that states that simple familiarity withstandards is not enough but that there is need for firm education on the fundamentals of standardsand their respective implementation.1It is widely recognized that engineering students do not get much exposure to standards while inschool.2-4 Through a study done in 2004, it was revealed that standards education was notconsidered a priority at the institutions surveyed.5 However, employers have expectations thatnew hires have knowledge of standards and their applications.3,4Additionally, many standards developing organizations (SDO) encounter difficulties inrecruiting the
education includes projects which are: - Available for student participation all four years - “Real World” either in research or applications Page 7.1020.5 - Funded, preferably by industry. “Proceedings of the 2002 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition Copyright 2002, American Society for Engineering Education”Multidisciplinary Engineering requires collaboration and teamwork - Of faculty within and across schools - Of engineers and non-engineers - Of studentsIncentives are to both faculty and students and include: - Rewards - Resources
engineering education. Its early adoption coincidedwith increasing concerns about the limitations of traditional engineering curricula, which havebeen criticized for being overly conservative, outdated, and narrowly focused on present-dayproblems and constraints [5, 6, 7]. In response, design thinking introduced more innovativepedagogical methods that promote creativity, iterative development, and human-centeredproblem solving.Over the past two decades, design thinking has been widely integrated into first-year engineeringdesign courses, product design curricula, and senior capstone projects [8]. A 2023 systematicreview by Deng and Liu [8] highlights how the integration of design thinking in higher educationfosters interdisciplinary collaboration
Paper ID #16892Piloting Accessible Engineering Education OnlineRachel LeBlanc, WPI Rachel LeBlanc is the Executive Director of Corporate and Professional Education at Worcester Polytech- nic Institute. She manages the portfolio of non-traditional academic programs for the University including online programs, corporate education, and professional education. Rachel has over ten years of experi- ence working with faculty and industry experts to create education solutions to meet business needs. She manages a variety of functional areas including business development, marketing, product development, and operations
different nations closer together.Bibliography1. Dahms, Holger. International Study Course (ISC) in Communications Engineering: Agreement between FHLubeck (FHL) and Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE). Global Journal of Engineering Education, Vol.2.(1998) : 209-212.2. URL: http://www.uncep.org/ABOUT.html; The University of North Carolina Exchange Program. Viewed onDecember 4, 2000.3. Devon, Richard, Hager, Wayne, Lesenne, Jacques, & Pauwels, Jean-Francois. An International Collaboration inEngineering and Technology Education. Global of Journal of Engineering Education, Vol.2. (1998) : 57-64.4. URL: http://www.po.metu.edu.tr/IRO/Exchange.html; Middle East Technical University International RelationsOffice. Viewed on December 7, 2000.5. URL
successfully completed arequired set of courses.Over the past seven years, the first-year courses have evolved from somewhat standard problemsolving, graphics, and programming courses to a format that emphasizes early design and Page 10.962.1realization, collaborative learning, and highly interactive classroom environments1,2,3,4. Virginia “Proceedings of the 2005 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference and Exposition Copyright @ 2005, American Society for Engineering Education”Tech engineering (computer science) students have been required to own personal computerssince 1984 (1985). In fall 2002
the climate crisis.The authors propose a novel approach to integrate MACC into module outlines, paving the wayfor future integration of climate change into engineering curricula. This research emphasizes theurgent need for climate-conscious engineering education.Challenges and SuccessesLeal-Filho et al. [12] suggests that universities take the following actions to address climatechange education: ● Cross-cutting Emphasis: Ensure climate change is integrated across various courses and disciplines. ● Curriculum Assessment: Identify strengths and weaknesses in existing curricula to guide improvements. ● Staff Training: Provide training programs to enhance the expertise of teaching staff. ● Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Foster
field ofinternational education is “fragmented and compartmentalized” with no unifying theory to consolidate the field21.In summary, global engineering offers the seductive image of engineers figuring out how tooptimize work through collaboration and mobility. Its biggest challenge to engineers, however, ismore fundamental and difficult: to better understand what they know and value qua engineersand why.Changes in Engineering EducationEngineering education in the U.S. has changed dramatically during recent years. Not only hasthe number of graduates in traditional engineering disciplines such as mechanical, civil,electrical, chemical, and aeronautical engineering declined, but in most of the premier Americanuniversities engineering curricula now
engineering educator must consider their own goals and personalpreferences when deciding which type of position will best match with their background andcareer goals.Tenure-Track Position in Engineering at a Research UniversityThis traditional faculty position requires a Ph.D. or equivalent, offers job security on achievingtenure and a high level of professional prestige. An intellectually stimulating environment ismaintained through research and interaction with graduate students and professional colleagues.The teaching load is relatively light and is supported by graduate students. Research facilitiesand collaboration opportunities are generally good and sabbaticals typically provided.The expectations are relatively high for obtaining sufficient
activity of the Center during its initial two years of existence has been tosystematically identify and explore key differences between the content and culture ofengineering and technology education. In collaboration with engineering partners at the nineuniversities that comprise the Center, it has become clear that considerable similarities existbetween how engineers and technology educators conceptualize and implement design. Bothacademic disciplines identify and clarify problems, develop a range of possible solutions, selectand prototype designs, and refine and develop designs for public distribution. In spite of thesesimilarities, at least one key distinction exists. In various ways, engineering academic andprofessional culture employ a
organizations such as the Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE), Society for Engineering Management (SEM), Project Management Institute (PMI), Society for Health Systems (SHS) and Association of Technology Man- agement and Applied Engineering (ATMAE). He is also a member of Alpha Pi Mu and Phi Kappa Phi Honors society.Dr. Coray Davis, Virginia State University Chair and Associate Professor for Engineering TechnologyDr. Ben U. Nwoke, Virginia State University Dr. Ben U. Nwoke is a certified manufacturing engineer and a certified project manager. He is a professor at Virginia State University in the Department of Technology, Petersburg, Virginia. c American Society for Engineering Education
type of testing (or other forms of assessment)used in the course and which reflect the amount and nature of the information that mustbe learned will go a long way to promoting academic success. Page 10.376.5 “Proceedings of the 2005 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition Copyright 2005, American Society for Engineering Education”Question #7 - Learning Strategies: What types of learning strategies do my studentsneed? Will they need to collaborate with others in small or large groups? Will studentsneed to listen, maintain their attention for long periods of time, or take extensive notes?Students
Session Number 1566 PARTNERSHIP FOR SUCCESS IN ENGINEERING EDUCATION Nabil A. Ibrahim Ph.D. AVP Graduate Studies & Research, San Jose State University, San Jose, CA 95192-0025ABSTRACTThis paper deals with the value of corporate partnership in the development of a programin Manufacturing Information Engineering at San Jose State University (SJSU), known as2+2+2. The program has been developed in partnership with several high schools, threecommunity colleges and six high-tech industrial companies in Silicon Valley. Thecurriculum has been carefully articulated to enable students to move seamlessly
panels, in addition to serv- ing on the program committee for around 100 international conferences. He has also given invited talks on numerous occasions and published number of articles in peer reviewed international journals and peer reviewed international conferences. Page 23.877.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2013 Looking into the Future: Online Engineering Education Online Engineering Education –Experience Revealed AbstractThe emergence of online education and the fast growing trend of using
process to span the "valley ofdeath" separating engineering education and the engineering workplace. Courses before thiseffort could be characterized by their reliance on lecture, exams, and content mandated byABET. Future courses should be characterized by their use of project- and problem-basedlearning, rubrics measuring complex problem solving and decision making, and professionalcontent associated with real-world engineering deliverables.II. Course Redesign in the Test BedTo facilitate this change, the E2R2P team will redesign courses in a test bed, using the guidance,feedback, and collaboration of university faculty comprising a sounding board. In the test bed,engineering faculty will collaborate with instructional designers and workplace
Session 1364 WWW Support for Materials Engineering Education Paul D. Johnson Grand Valley State UniversityI. IntroductionStudents have become very familiar with the use of the Internet for communication and recrea-tion. As a result, they are also becoming comfortable with the use of the Internet to carry outclass-related assignments and research. With numerous Internet terminals scattered across mostcampuses, it is very easy for the students to get access to web resources – often much easier thanit is for them to access conventional library resources. Students in
2006-191: ENGINEERING EDUCATION IN ALTERNATIVE ENERGYJason Keith, Michigan Technological University Jason Keith is an Assistant Professor of Chemical Engineering at Michigan Technological University. His research and teaching interests are in heat and mass transfer, reaction engineering, and alternative energy through the AFE enterprise.Michael Miller, Michigan Technological University Michael Miller is a PhD student in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Michigan Technological University. His research interest is in heat transfer in polymer composites.Kirk Opella, Michigan Technological University Michael Miller is a MS student in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Michigan