Conference Session

TAC/ABET-related Outcome-based Assessment Methods and Models

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anca L. Sala, Baker College, Flint; James Riddell, Baker College, Flint

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Engineering Technology

express what students should be able to accomplishat the time of graduation from the program. In our case we decided that our Program Outcomeswill be the same as the a. - k. Program Outcomes provided by ABET in the “ABET TAC Criteriafor Accrediting Engineering Technology Programs” from the 2008-09 cycle4. Two additionalProgram Outcomes, specific to Electronics Programs, were adopted as Program Outcomes l. andm. The Program Outcomes are listed as follows:Graduates will demonstrate:a. appropriate mastery of knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of the electronictechnology field.b. an ability to apply current knowledge and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics,science, engineering, and technology.c. an ability to conduct, analyze

Conference Session

ETAC/ABET Related Issues

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

J. William White AIA, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis; Veto Matthew Ray, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis; Elaine M. Cooney, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis

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Engineering Technology

through each of the 42 outcomes, common issues beginto emerge which can apply to specific instructors, similar course topics or outcomes. Thisanalysis is documented in the Program Outcome Assessment form (Figure 5). The summativeanalysis enables the program faculty to consider revisions to the overall program based on thestudent performance data provided by the instructors. In this way the results of the course levelassessment effort can directly affect the program which in turn may alter execution of the course,in essence, “closing the loop”. Additionally, this kind of information can be shared with theprogram’s industry advisory board for comment, paving the way for another valued stakeholderto influence the execution of the program

Conference Session

Graduate Education and Undergraduate Research in ET

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Afsheen Mozammel, Purdue University, Calumet; Lash B. Mapa, Purdue University, Calumet; Susan Scachitti, Purdue University, Calumet

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Engineering Technology

practical implications rather than original research.Upon successful completion of a directed project a student should demonstrate: • Ability to identify a business or industry relevant solution to a technology problem, • Capability to define and/or validate a business or industry relevant problem, • Competence to identify criteria for success/solution of the problem, • Application of business research procedures to gather information, Page 22.213.2 • Ability to document the research and development activity in a manner that permits replication and assessment of key decisions and alternatives, and • Proficiency to prepare and

Conference Session

Computer and InformationTechnology-Related Issues

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Malini Natarajarathinam, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

. Guest speakers from a electronicscomponents manufacturer and a distributor were brought to talk in a panel to the class. Theypicked up some issues in distribution and provided their perspectives from a supplier’s point ofview and the distributor’s point of view. Students were very interested in seeing how thepriorities differ between a supplier and a distributor. Videos on semiconductor manufacturing, a video tour of a fab facility and a video tour ofa electronics distributor facility are shown in class. Students learn quicker when shownsomething on video. Using videos will get their attention and also provide them with theknowledge on emerging technologies. The course materials used are most PowerPoint slides.The course materials are

Conference Session

ECET Curriculum

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gary Mullett, Springfield Technical Community College; Adrienne Smith, Springfield Technical Community College

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Engineering Technology

instrumentation, which mayor may not be networked, in other non-electronics based technology fields. This technologyevolution has increased the need for legacy ET programs to assume the role of an “academicservice department” for these other programs while the ET programs themselves still strugglewith the problems of attracting students and eventually graduating them as electronicstechnicians. Another interesting development is industry’s emerging, widespread, and seeminglyrapid embrace of embedded, networked sensor systems and their future impact upon the ETcurriculum. This paper will examine these phenomena and the certain resulting changes that willoccur to the landscape of ET programs as electronics and its derivative technologies continue toevolve.I

Conference Session

Simulation and Virtual Instrumentation

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ronald Uhlig, National University; Shekar Viswanathan, National University; John Watson, National University; Howard Evans, National University

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Engineering Technology

from University of California at San Diego and a M.A. in Liberal Arts, studying artificial intelligence techniques. In 2003-2005, Dr. Watson served as member of the CoSN (Consortium for School Networking - cosn.org) emerging technology committee, concentrating on data driven decision making, use of technology in classrooms, and testing. He has served as AERA (American Educational Research Association) peer reviewer in the area of cognitive science. Dr. Watson is a member of Phi Delta Kappa, the AERA, CoSN, SMPTE and a senior member of IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers). Business: Since 2001, John Watson has been chief technologist and president of

Conference Session

Professional Development and Scholarship

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ahmed Khan, DeVry University; Amin Karim, DeVry University

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Engineering Technology

, Fiber Optic Communications, Technology and Society, and Project Management. He also advises students on their senior design projects. He is author of “The Telecommunications Fact Book, 2E” and co-author of “Technology and Society: Crossroads to the 21st Century,” “Technology and Society: A Bridge to the 21st Century,” and “Technology and Society: Issues for the 21st Century and Beyond.” He is a member of ASEE, and a senior member of IEEE.Amin Karim, DeVry University Amin Karim is the Director of Technology Programs at DeVry University. In this capacity, he is responsible for leading DeVry’s undergraduate and graduate programs in engineering technology, information systems, telecommunications

Conference Session

Issues Affecting Engineering Technology Program Development

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Rouch, Ohio Northern University; Adam Stienecker, Ohio Northern University

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Engineering Technology

approach the issue. Minor Curricular Revisions – The department or college could add one class to its current course requirements or simply add an elective. This course could introduce the students to the broad range of the subjects discussed in this paper but wouldn’t prepare the student to necessarily work in the field of alternative energy although it could give interested students a spring board into an emerging field. It could be targeted to all of Engineering Technology students or a specific discipline within. This approach would introduce the students to the subject matter and prepare them to deal with specific alternative energy issues. Addition of a Major – The addition of a

Conference Session

Industry and Engineering Technology Partnerships

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joy Colwell, Purdue University Calumet; Shoji Nakayama, Purdue University Calumet; Carl Jenks, Purdue University Calumet

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Engineering Technology

demonstrate that graduates have: a. an appropriate mastery of the knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of their disciplines, b. an ability to apply current knowledge and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics, science, engineering and technology, c. an ability to conduct, analyze and interpret experiments and apply experimental results to improve processes, d. an ability to apply creativity in the design of systems, components or processes appropriate to program objectives, e. an ability to function effectively on teams, f. an ability to identify, analyze and solve technical problems, g. an ability to communicate effectively, h. a recognition of the need

Conference Session

Unique Developments in Engineering Technology

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Donald Harby, UCM; Patricia Polastri, UCM; Chakapong Chuenprasertsuk, UCM

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Engineering Technology

AC 2007-838: A NEW APPROACH TO TEACHING PROGRAMABLE LOGICCONTROLLER PROGRAMMINGDonald Harby, UCM Donald Harby is an associate professor of Engineering Technology at University of Central Missouri. His research interests include automation, machine tool design and control, and technical education. He has over 15 years of industrial manufacturing and automation experience. He received his BS from Parks College of St. Louis University in 1991, and his MS from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 2002, and expects his PhD from the University of Missouri-Colubmia in 2007.Patricia Polastri, UCM PATRICIA POLASTRI is a Ph.D. fellow at Indiana State University, and an instructor at the

Conference Session

Manufacturing Engineering Technology Curriculum

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Immanuel Edinbarough, The University of Texas at Brownsville; Yazmin Muniz, The University of Texas at Brownsville

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Engineering Technology

productdevelopment. Entrepreneurial opportunities in this area of manufacturing are another huge plusfor the budding engineers/graduating students in the engineering technology programs. Hence,there is a need to include this emerging manufacturing technique in the mechanical andmanufacturing engineering technology curriculum. This technique can be included in one of theexisting advanced manufacturing technology courses such as product and process design or as asenior design project. The Applied Engineering Technology department at the University ofTexas at Brownsville is planning to include this rapid product manufacturing technique as one ofthe key laboratory component in the engineering technology curriculum.ConclusionsIn this paper, we have presented a

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Progress Reports: Part I

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William Loendorf, Eastern Washington University; Donald Richter, Eastern Washington University; Danny Teachman, Eastern Washington University

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Engineering Technology

Interdisciplinary Service Learning Pilot Project Incorporating Universal Design Concepts for ADA ComplianceAbstractEngineering and engineering technology students need to become more socially aware andlearn to think of the entire population that may use the products or equipment they design. Oneof the main objectives of this project was to demonstrate how products can be designed to becompliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and usable by all people. The conceptof Universal Design has emerged as a key component of this effort. Universal Design involves theentire process from its initial conception to end use by thinking more inclusively of the entirepopulation that will ultimately use the product, including those with disabilities

Conference Session

Assessment Methods

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Harpal Dhillon, Excelsior College; Sohail Anwar, Pennsylvania State University-Altoona College

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Engineering Technology

AC 2007-1399: A FRAMEWORK FOR THE ASSESSMENT OF ONLINEENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY COURSES: A CASE STUDYHarpal Dhillon, Excelsior College Dr. Harpal Dhillon is currently the Dean of the School of Business and Technology at Excelsior College. In the past he has taught undergraduate and graduate Courses in Information Systems, Software Engineering, and Project Management at University of Maryland, Southwestern Oklahoma State University, and George Washington University. Dr. Dhillon worked as owner/senior executive in three systems engineering companies over a period of 20 years. His research interests are in the areas of Human-Computer Interaction, Quality Assurance, and Applications of IT in

Conference Session

Capstone Projects and Experiential Learning

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Irwin, Michigan Tech University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2007-1413: SENIOR PROJECT COURSE ENHANCEMENTJohn Irwin, Michigan Tech University Page 12.1271.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Senior Project Course Sequence EnhancementAbstractCurriculum changes implemented to enhance the Mechanical Engineering Technology(MET) BS degree curriculum have brought about distinct differences in the methodologyof teaching the Senior Design Project course sequence. The previous course sequencerequired a senior project course that spanned two semesters for the undergraduatestudent. The students sought out an advisor who offers a choice of senior projectproblem statements that most often require a team of 3 or 4 students to

Conference Session

Subjects in Renewable Energy and ET

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Daniel Peter Kuehn, The Urban Institute; Melvin L. Roberts P.E., Camden County College; Walter W. Buchanan P.E., Texas A&M University; Greg Pearson, National Academy of Engineering

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

Committee on EngineeringTechnology Education.Limitations of the dataThe review uncovered issues with data availability and with the conceptual framing of ETeducation that limit the ability to draw conclusions in certain areas of interest. The primary dataavailability gap relates to sub-baccalaureate post-secondary education (i.e., technicians). In thelabor market datasets we examined, an individual’s field of study can only be identified for four-year degree holders (ACS and B&B) or higher (NSCG). Although two-year degree andcertificate holders are identifiable in the ACS, their fields of study are not. As a result,background information on graduates from engineering technology programs is only availablefor technologists.5 Moreover, the B&B

Conference Session

Integrating Curriculum and Labs in Engineering Technology Programs

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Antonio Francisco Mondragon, Rochester Institute of Technology (CAST); Adriana Becker-Gomez, Rochester Institute of Technology (KGCOE); Joe Bungo, ARM Inc.

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Engineering Technology

embedded systems design decision. The amount of choices is so large thatthere is not always a best approach to a problem, and students must be given the information inorder to make the correct decisions. What is common among all these factors is that the ARMprocessor architecture has emerged as the common denominator in a vast variety of ultra-lowpower, digital signal processing (DSP), control, server, and network sensor applicationsA connection was established with the ARM University Program and ARM’s response wasprompt and fruitful. The original engagement was based on a need to update basicmicrocontroller and embedded system design courses in the Electrical, Computer andTelecommunications Engineering Technology (ECTET) department at RIT. Since

Conference Session

Capstone Projects and Experiential Learning

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Salahuddin Qazi, State University of New York, Institute of Technology; Robert C. Decker, Mohawk Valley Community College

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Engineering Technology

AC 2012-4270: VISUALIZATION OF NANOSCALE COMPONENTS US-ING ATOMIC FORCE MICROSCOPYDr. Salahuddin Qazi, State University of New York, Institute of Technology Salahuddin (Sala) Qazi holds a Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering from the University of Technol- ogy, Loughborough, U.K. He is a Full Professor (Emeritus) and Past Chair in the School of Information Systems and Engineering Technology at SUNYIT, Utica, N.Y. Qazi has been a visiting summer research faculty member at the Air Force Research Lab, where he also spent his sabbatical. He has co-edited a CRC Press Taylor & Francis handbook on ”Nanotechnology for Telecommunications” and has published several articles, books, and chapters in the area of fiber

Conference Session

STEM Issues

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Emel Cevik, Texas A&M University; Michael Johnson, Texas A&M University; Bugrahan Yalvac, Texas A&M University; Mathew Kuttolamadom, Texas A&M University; Jennifer Whitfield, Texas A&M University; Jay R. Porter, Texas A&M University; Joseph A. Morgan, Texas A&M University

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

STEM education, 21st century skills, and design and evaluation of learning environments informed by the How People Learn framework. His research has being supported by NSF, IES, and NIH.Dr. Mathew Kuttolamadom, Texas A&M University Dr. Mathew Kuttolamadom is an associate professor in the Department of Engineering Technology & In- dustrial Distribution and the Department of Materials Science & Engineering at Texas A&M University. He received his Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering from Clemson University’s Int’l Center for Au- tomotive Research. His professional experience is in the automotive industry including at the Ford Motor Company. At TAMU, he teaches Mechanics, Manufacturing and

Conference Session

Engineering and ET Relationships & Professional Development

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kenneth Reid, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis; P.K. Imbrie, Purdue University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2008-1995: NONCOGNITIVE CHARACTERISTICS OF INCOMINGENGINEERING STUDENTS COMPARED TO INCOMING ENGINEERINGTECHNOLOGY STUDENTS: A PRELIMINARY EXAMINATIONKenneth Reid, Indiana University-Purdue University-IndianapolisP.K. Imbrie, Purdue University Page 13.933.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Noncognitive Characteristics of Incoming Engineering Students Compared to Incoming Engineering Technology Students: A Preliminary ExaminationAbstract: Studies have shown promise in predicting success for students in engineering basedon noncognitive or affective characteristics. However, little if any literature exists on

Conference Session

Project-Based Student Learning: Part I

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Donald Richter, Eastern Washington University; William Loendorf, Eastern Washington University

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Engineering Technology

14.478.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Development of an Interdisciplinary Service Learning Pilot Project Incorporating Universal Design Concepts for ADA ComplianceAbstractEngineering and Engineering Technology students need to become more socially aware andlearn to think of the entire population that may use the products or equipment they design.One of the main objectives of this project is to demonstrate how products can be designed tobe compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and usable by all people. Theconcept of Universal Design has emerged as a key component of this effort. Universal Designinvolves the entire process from its conception to end use, thinking more inclusively of the

Conference Session

Curriculum in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology: Part II

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

HongLi Luo, Indiana University-Purdue University, Fort Wayne

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Engineering Technology

technologies and the current multimedia Internetapplications. It should also prepare the student for the emerging new technologies andapplications in the future.The rest of the paper is organized as follows. The course development is presented in Section 2,including the course objectives, course contents and laboratory assignments. The studentfeedback and further improvement are discussed in Section 3. Section 4 concludes the paper.2. Course Development2.1 Course ObjectivesThis multimedia networking course is introduced at the graduate and senior undergraduate level,designed for the Master program in Engineering Technology.The main objectives of this new course are: ≠ Understand the underlying principles of providing QoS for multimedia networking

Conference Session

Assessment and Continuous Improvement in Engineering Technology: Part II

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Austin Asgill, Southern Polytechnic State University; Omar Zia, Southern Polytechnic State University

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Engineering Technology

- Page 14.1106.3accreditation criteria. It worked closely with the Department Chair and the Dean to coordinate itsefforts with those of other programs within the School of Engineering Technology andManagement. The ECET Department Chair served as an Ex-officio member of the TFC toprovide critical support and input, as well as coordinating the timely receipt of information fromother departments on campus. Coordination with the Dean responsible for the Civil EngineeringTechnology program was left up to the Dean of Engineering Technology and Management.II.2 Procedural Changes Initially, SPSU did not have a coordinator for accreditation issues. Instead, a faculty memberwas appointed as “SACS Liaison” in 2006 to coordinate the university’s SACS

Conference Session

MET Papers 2

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shoji Nakayama, Purdue University Northwest (College of Technology); Ali Alavizadeh, Purdue University Northwest

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #18496Inclusion of Safety Discipline into Pneumatic and Hydraulics Lab ActivitiesDr. Shoji Nakayama, Purdue University Northwest (College of Technology) Dr. Shoji Nakayama is an Associate Professor of Organizational Leadership and Supervision in the De- partment of Construction Science and Organizational Leadership at Purdue University Northwest. In this position, he teaches safety and health related courses, as well as improving Environmental Health and Safety curriculum through Industrial Advisory Committees. Dr. Nakayama has safety related experience in automotive, airline, regulatory agency and printing

Conference Session

ET Projects

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Immanuel Edinbarough P.E., University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley; Adriana Rios Santiago, University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley; Jesus Gonzalez-Rodriguez, University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

significant since the qualified PC-DMIS programmer and CMMoperator is very difficult to hire and retain in the Rio Grande Valley.We believe we have taken a holistic approach to support our regional industry and community.We offer training to our students in cutting-edge technology and we motivate them to innovateby taking advantage of modern tools such as automation and information technology. Throughour capstone projects we explore the integration of metrology with industry 4.0 and at the sametime fill the gap of the technical knowledge in this specific area of technology.Measurement technology will keep changing to adapt to the evolution of global manufacturing.We are preparing our students not only to help the industry to tackle those rapid

Conference Session

Distance Learning in ET Programs

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nabin Sapkota, Northwestern State University of Louisiana

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #15636Quality Matters: Development of an Online Course Shell for Quality-ControlCoursesDr. Nabin Sapkota, Northwestern State University of Louisiana Nabin Sapkota is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Technology at Northwestern State University. He received a B. E. degree in Production/Industrial Engineering from the Regional En- gineering College, Tiruchirappalli, Tamilnadu, India and a M.S. and Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from the University of Central Florida (Orlando, FL, USA). He has a diverse expertise in the areas of Operations Research, Simulation, Quality Engineering, and

Conference Session

Issues in Engineering Technolgy Education

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

E. Shirl Donaldson, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Anne M Lucietto, Purdue University, School of Engineering Technology

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Engineering Technology

an attempt to recommend ways to master critical thinking and develop problemsolving skills throughout the curriculum in an engineering technology program.IntroductionThis research emerged from a professor’s classroom experience in a senior level quality systemscourse. Twenty-six of the 32 students in the class were scheduled to graduate at the end of thesemester. The remaining six students were scheduled to graduate the following semester. All ofthe students were completing their last required courses and job hunting concurrently.During a class discussion of the upcoming first exam several students requested more specificinformation in reference to questions on the exams. The instructor was using the third edition ofthe textbook. Half of the

Conference Session

Capstone and Design Projects in Engineering Technology

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David W. Goodman, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis; Robert J. Durkin, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis

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Engineering Technology

AC 2012-4428: ENERGY DEMOS: CLASS PROJECT VERSUS COMMER-CIAL EQUIPMENTDr. David W. Goodman, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis David Goodman is an Assistant Professor who teaches courses in both electrical and mechanical engi- neering technology at IUPUI. His areas of expertise include electrical power systems, relay protection, energy auditing, solar thermal systems, and informal energy education. He has eight years of electrical and energy engineering experience at General Electric and Owens-Illinois. He has also worked at a num- ber of company sites conducting energy audits and doing renewable energy feasibility studies. He is a life member of the American Solar Energy Society and is a founding

Conference Session

Non-Technical Skills in ET

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John M. Robertson, Arizona State University, Polytechnic campus

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Engineering Technology

, writing has the highest penalty for poorperformance since the recipient is totally in control and there is no scope for mitigatingintervention with other (better) communication skills.Within every engineering or technology program, effective communication is an ABET outcomeso the institution is committed to continuous improvement to improve quality. All forms ofcommunication are tackled: listening, questioning, writing, presentations and deal-closure but ofthese, writing remains the most persistent as a weakness in the skills inventory of too manystudents. Solutions are in place; every student is required to take English composition andtechnical writing classes. They can be complemented with informal and personalized tuition yetthe overall

Conference Session

Novel Teaching Methods In Engineering Technology

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ying Lin, Western Washington University; Todd D. Morton, Western Washington University

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #7463Novel Practices in Teaching Circuit Analysis in an EET ProgramYing Lin, Western Washington University Ying Lin has been with the faculty of Engineering Technology Department at Western Washington Uni- versity since September 2010 after she taught for two years at SUNY, New Platz. She received her BS and MS degrees in Electrical Engineering from Harbin Institute of Technology, China, and obtained her MS in Applied Statistics and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Syracuse University, NY, respectively. Her teaching interests include Analog, Digital,and Wireless Communications, Digital Signal Processing

Conference Session

Innovation & Assessment in the delivery of IT/IET

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Susan Scachitti, Purdue University Calumet; Jamie Workman-Germann, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis; Matthew Stephens, Purdue University; Annaji Sharma Ammu, Purdue University Calumet; Richard Szromba, Purdue University Calumet

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Engineering Technology

students are encouraged to sit for the exam at the completion of the certificate program. ‚ Graduate Certificate for Quality in Healthcare and Technology – 4 courses – Measurement and Evaluation, Quality and Productivity in Industry and Technology, Health Information Technology, and Directed Project. 3. Special courses and curriculum geared toward application of quality improvement initiatives (especially LSS) for healthcare have been created. ‚ As catalyst for the above mentioned graduate certificate, one local Indianapolis hospital proposed the creation of special courses and curriculum to fill needed gaps in the skill set