Conference Session

Recruiting, Retention & Advising

Collection

2004 Annual Conference

Authors

Kay C. Dee; Glen Livesay

views (n=12; 29%). The least frequently cited reasons for leaving the School of Engineering were: 1. I want to attend a school that is closer to my family (0) 2. I want to live in another part of the country. (0) 3. I don’t find my courses challenging enough. (0) A portion of the exit survey asked questions regarding types of instructional activitiescharacteristically linked to different learning styles. For example, a student who prefers activerather than reflective learning, and who felt their needs were not being met in the engineeringcurriculum, might be expected to choose the survey option “I want to take classes which give memore opportunities to: do hands-on experiments and laboratories.” On the

Conference Session

Student Division Early Introduction to Engineering Technical Session

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Matthew Hoyin Jahnes, RPI Engineering Ambassadors; David Joseph Glowny, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Timothy Andrew Spafford, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Justin Lee Clough, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Elizabeth S. Herkenham, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Wencen Wu, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Anak Agung Julius, Rennselaer Polytechnic Institute

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Student

Paper ID #19034Generating Enthusiasm for Mathematics Through RoboticsMatthew Hoyin Jahnes, RPI Engineering Ambassadors Matthew Jahnes is an undergraduate student at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute studying electrical engi- neering with a concentration in analog design. He has had internships with both United Technologies and Bose. He is currently in his last year for undergraduate studies and works with Engineering Ambassadors.Mr. David Joseph Glowny, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute David Glowny is a student at Rensselaer Polytechnic institute pursuing a Bachelors of Science in Com- puter & Systems Engineering (Dec

Conference Session

Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT) Technical Session 2

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Barry M. Lunt, Brigham Young University; Mudasser Fraz Wyne, National University; David A Wood, Brigham Young University

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT)

Paper ID #41983Gauging Scholarly Engagement: An Investigation into Topic Popularity withinthe ASEE CIT DivisionDr. Barry M. Lunt, Brigham Young University Dr. Barry Lunt has taught electronics engineering technology, information technology, and cybersecurity at Brigham Young University since 1993 where he now serves as a full professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. He has also taught electronics at Utah State University and Snow College. Before academia, he was a design engineer with IBM in Tucson, AZ.Dr. Mudasser Fraz Wyne, National University I hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science, an M.Sc. in

Conference Session

Assessing URM Programs Targeting the K-16 Continuum

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert V. Pieri, North Dakota State University; Timothy D. Legg, North Dakota State University; Ann Marie Vallie, Turtle Mountain Community College; Lori Nelson, Fort Berthold Community College; Joshua Jason Mattes, Sitting Bull College; Michael Maloy Parker, Cankdeska Cikana Community College; G. Padmanabhan , North Dakota State University

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

Paper ID #13988Pre-Engineering Education Collaborative at Four: Approaching the FinalPhasesDr. Robert V. Pieri, North Dakota State University Dr. Robert Pieri is Professor of Mechanical Engineering at North Dakota State University (NDSU) in Fargo, ND. He has many conference publications on engineering education and design. His primary interest areas include: Engineering Education, CADD, Design, Fracture Mechanics, Materials Science and Alternative Energy Options. Prior to joining NDSU, he worked for Allied-Signal Corporation and in the aircraft supply industry. Prior to his industrial experience he taught for 10 years at

Conference Session

Interactive Panel on Advocacy Tips: an Initiative to Provide Individuals the Tools to Advocate for Women and Underrepresented Minorities

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Adrienne Robyn Minerick, Michigan Technological University; Roger A. Green, North Dakota State University; Canan Bilen-Green, North Dakota State University; Kristen P. Constant, Iowa State University; Beth M Holloway, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Sandra D. Eksioglu, Mississippi State University; Debra M. Gilbuena, Oregon State University

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Women in Engineering

Science, Lab on a Chip, and had an AIChE Journal cover. She is an active mentor of un- dergraduate researchers and co-directed an NSF REU site. Research within her Medical micro-Device Engineering Research Laboratory (M.D. – ERL) also inspires the development of Desktop Experiment Modules (DEMos) for use in chemical engineering classrooms or as outreach activities in area schools (see www.mderl.org). Adrienne has been an active member of ASEE’s WIED, ChED, and NEE leader- ship teams since 2003 and during this time has contributed to 36 ASEE conference proceedings articles and 6 educational journal publications.Dr. Roger A. Green, North Dakota State University Roger Green received the B.S. degree in electrical and

Conference Session

Improving Teaching and Learning

Collection

2003 Annual Conference

Authors

Suzanne Balik; Nachiappan Nagappan; Laurie Williams; Julie Petlick; Carol Miller; Miriam Ferzli; Eric Wiebe

sections were designated as either control (solo) orexperimental (paired) sections. In some cases there were different faculty conducting the lecturesfor these sections, but they used a common syllabus. Each lecture section, in turn, had multiplelab sections that were taught traditionally (solo programming) for the control sections and usingpair programming for the experimental sections. When students initially enrolled for the class,they had no knowledge of the experiment or that one section would have paired and other wouldhave solo labs. All sections used the same lab exercises.The pair programming arrangement raised the concern that there would be unequal contributionby each student towards the completion of the lab. Peer evaluations allowed

Conference Session

Physics in the K-16 Classroom

Collection

2003 Annual Conference

Authors

Budny Dan; Teresa Larkin

research on adultlearners suggests that increased learning gains can be achieved when instruction is designed withstudents’ learning styles in mind [1]-[6]. In addition, several practitioners within the domain ofphysics, as well as engineering education, have noted the importance of teaching with learningstyles in mind [7]-[14]. Furthermore, attention to learning styles and learner diversity has beenshown to increase student interest and motivation to learn. The particular population of students that encompasses the focus of this paper is non-sciencemajors taking introductory physics at American University. Most students take this introductorycourse to satisfy the university’s General Education requirements for graduation. Because thebackgrounds

Conference Session

ASEE Multimedia Session

Collection

2003 Annual Conference

Authors

Sue Scheff

laboratory skills, practical experience in engineering design andproblem solving, familiarity with the computing environment, as well as software applicationscommonly used in engineering courses. Female students do exceptionally well in this course dueto the hands-on component. Also, female students are attracted to the small group problem-solving teamwork.Society of Women Engineers (SWE): Members of SWE participate in a variety of activitiesto educate others about engineering, to recruit students to UK, to help students developprofessionally, and to support their peers. Membership offers opportunities in developingfriendships, networking, leadership skills, community contacts, and exposure to industry.Student members of Society of Women Engineers

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2018 ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference

Authors

Anne Schmitz, Gannon University; Nicholas B Conklin, Gannon University; Quyen Aoh Aoh, Gannon University

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Diversity

Paper ID #243852018 ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference: Washington, District ofColumbia Apr 6Service-Learning through Student Generated Tutorial VideosDr. Anne Schmitz, Gannon University I received my Mechanical Engineering undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. During my schooling, I explored many opportunities to apply my engineering degree. I was involved with the Formula One Racecar Team, did a semester long co-op working on fume hoods, did a summer intern- ship at Kimberly Clark designing a HVAC system, and did another summer internship at General Electric designing anesthesia

Conference Session

Our Future in Manufacturing

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Truc Ngo, San Diego City College; Armando Abina, San Diego City College; Gene Lyons, Kyocera America Corporation

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Manufacturing

prepare them properly for the highly competitive economicworld. The program uses project-based approach, integrating experiences through whichstudents participate in all aspects of a manufacturing enterprise, from materials andprocesses to safety, design, automation, quality and lean manufacturing. Armed withthese skills, MFET graduates can pursue rewarding, growth-oriented careers in suchdiverse industries as plastics, automotive, biomedical, electronics, aerospace, machiningand other high-value manufacturing sectors.Issues with Student EnrollmentLike many other community colleges across the nation, San Diego City College facedmany challenges in student enrollment. SDCC is a Hispanic-serving institution where our

Conference Session

Open-Ended Problems and Student Learning

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mark T. Carnes, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Heidi A. Diefes-Dux, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Monica E. Cardella, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Educational Research and Methods

AC 2011-1010: EVALUATING STUDENT RESPONSES IN OPEN-ENDEDPROBLEMS INVOLVING ITERATIVE SOLUTION DEVELOPMENT INMODEL-ELICITING ACTIVITIESMark T Carnes, Purdue University, West Lafayette Mark Carnes is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) and is currently a doctoral student and a future faculty fellow in the School of Engineering Education at Purdue University. Before coming to Purdue, he spent over 30 years as an electronics designer of control and power conversion circuits. He received an MS from the University of Michigan (1982) and a BS from the University of Notre Dame (1975), both in Electrical Engineering.Heidi A. Diefes-Dux, Purdue University, West Lafayette Heidi Diefes-Dux is an Associate Professor in the

Collection

2001 Annual Conference

Authors

Heidi Diefes-Dux; William LeBold; William Oakes; P.K. Imbrie

Page 6.19.4“Proceedings of the 2001 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition Copyright© 2001, American Society for Engineering Education”lecture and lab experience. This has met with a great deal of success and has provided thestudents with a direct voice and the instructional team a means to evaluate anecdotal feedback.Active learning in the lecture of large engineering courses provides a ready means of collectingfeedback from students or student teams on the course. Specific questions designed to identifyconcerns such a significant hang-ups with course content are posed and responses are collectedanonymously or by student teams. This is done at different points during the semester andenables quick

Conference Session

New Learning Models

Collection

2005 Annual Conference

Authors

Johannes Strobel; David Jonassen

-structured because they are constrained by unpredictable, non-engineering parameters; driven by multiple, often conflicting goals; evaluated using non-engineering success criteria; possessing aggregates of smaller well-structured problems; requiring complex collaborations; and replete with unanticipated problems. The implications for developing problem-based learning environments in engineering are clear: problems must represent more complexity, ambiguity, collaboration, and dynamic conditions.Of all of the ABET accreditation standards, undergraduate and graduate engineering studentsas well as practitioners consider the ability to design and conduct experiments and toidentify, formulate, and solve

Conference Session

ETD Projects

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University; Keith L. Coogler, Sam Houston State University

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

project presentation at the end of the courseperiod [1-4].In the 2015-2016 Criteria for Accrediting Engineering and Technology Programs published byAccreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc. (ABET), Criterion 3(d) states thatstudents must have an ability to function within multi-disciplinary teams; Criterion 4 states thatstudents must be prepared for engineering and technology practice through the curriculum, toinclude a culminating major design experience based on the knowledge and skills acquired inearlier course work. This design project must incorporate appropriate engineering standards andmultiple realistic constraints. In response to Criteria 3(d) and 4, many institutions haveincorporated one or more team-oriented senior

Conference Session

A Systems-Thinking Approach to Solving Problems

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ronald C. Rosenberg, Michigan State University; Jon Sticklen, Michigan State University

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Systems Engineering

Sciences, an undergraduate bachelor of science degree program in the MSU College of Engineering. He also is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering. Dr. Sticklen has lead a laboratory in knowledge-based systems focused on task specific approaches to problem solving. Over the last decade, Dr. Sticklen has pursued en- gineering education research focused on early engineering; his current research is supported by NSF/DUE and NSF/CISE. Page 22.763.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 Using Guided Reflection to Assess

Conference Session

Recruitment and Retention

Collection

2003 Annual Conference

Authors

Timothy Britt; Dr. Tom Eppes

changed young people’s attitudes towards electronics. Some pundits believe the rise ofthe PC has cast a shadow on the perception of electronics technology. It is no longer seen as the“cutting edge”. Prospective students are able to gain skills and experience to a variety of Page 8.254.1“Proceedings of the 2003 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition Copyright 2003, American Society for Engineering Education”software using just PCs and the Internet well before entering college. As a result, many come toview Internet-related technologies as more interesting than electronics.Prof. Louis Frenzel conducted

Conference Session

ChE: Computers and Simulation in the Classroom

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Richard Zollars, Washington State University; Christopher Hundhausen, Washington State University; Melissa Stefik, Washington State University

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Chemical Engineering

AC 2007-1550: VISUAL LEARNING IN A MATERIAL/ENERGY BALANCE CLASSRichard Zollars, Washington State University Dr. Zollars is a professor in, and director of, the School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering at Washington State University. He received his Ph.D. from the University of Colorado. He has been teaching engineering for 28 years. His interests are colloidal/interfacial phenomena, reactor design and engineering education.Christopher Hundhausen, Washington State University Dr. Hundhausen is an assistant professor of computer science in the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Washington State University. Director of the Visualization and End User

Conference Session

Topics in Nuclear and Radiological Engineering Education

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lisa Marshall, North Carolina State University; Mohamed Bourham, North Carolina State University

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Nuclear and Radiological

into the reactor pool, extract a suitable signal from this device,install it on the PULSTAR nuclear reactor and test its capabilities with regard to tracking thereactor power level. Instruction about the reactor and the optical and electronic aspects of thedesign are provided to students in a technical information session, as well as a project descriptionwrite-up. In 2005, there were thirteen four-person teams involved in this E101 design project.Related to this E101 class is an information session; students are required to visit threedepartments. Nuclear engineering sees ninety students on average. And, annually nuclearengineering faculty members teach at least two to three sessions of the class. The results of theseefforts have been a

Conference Session

Research and Education in Radiation and Radiologic

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shripad Revankar, Purdue University

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Nuclear and Radiological

experimental runs (6) Introduction to special techniques as required for the experiments such as X-Ray Diffraction (XRD), and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) (7) Laboratory note book entry (8) Weekly written reports on progressFor analytical and code modeling research work the following training and materials wereprovided (1) An computer account and access to the code usage (2) Reading material and (3) Topical presentations by undergraduates to demonstrate understanding of reading material (4) Research note book entry (5) Weekly reports on progressLaboratory experimental faculties included (1) Hydrolysis experimental facility that includes high pressure reactor chamber (15 MPa or 2000 psi max), precision

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session I

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rebecca A Atadero, Colorado State University; Christina Paguyo, Colorado State University; Karen E Rambo-Hernandez, West Virginia University; Heather Lysbeth Henderson, West Virginia University

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

methods approaches for designing and examining educa- tional environments grounded in research, theory, and equity. She has co-authored peer-reviewed articles published in the Peabody Journal of Education and the Encyclopedia of Diversity in Education.Dr. Karen E Rambo-Hernandez, West Virginia University Karen E. Rambo-Hernandez is an assistant professor at West Virginia University in the College of Ed- ucation and Human Services in the department of Learning Sciences and Human Development. In her research, she is interested the assessment of student learning, particularly the assessment of academic growth, and evaluating the impact of curricular change.Ms. Heather Lysbeth Henderson, West Virginia University With a

Conference Session

International Initiatives, Partnerships, Teaching Strategies & Collaborative Networks (IUCEE, IFEES, LACCEI.... )

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ivan Esparragoza, Pennsylvania State University; Maria M. Larrondo Petrie, Florida Atlantic University

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International

, campuses and countries that have participated are summarized in Table 7.The multinational design projects were adopted by these institutions because it has been shownthat they are one of the most effective ways to incorporate international experience in thecurriculum6,7,8. This type of projects allows the students to work in diverse teams that aregeographically dispersed while they are solving a real engineering problem. The multi-teamprojects are of short duration, running as part of a course that usually lasts for seven weeks. Theproject is assigned to the students in the different countries simultaneously. Pairs of collaborationare formed among the institutions participating so each team has a corresponding partner in aforeign institution

Conference Session

Simulation and Virtual Instrumentation

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nikunja Swain, South Carolina State University

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Engineering Technology

experiments. In many instances, students are required to verify their theoretical designthrough simulation before building and testing the circuit in the laboratory. Studies show that studentswho used simulation prior to conducting actual experiments performed better than the students whoconducted the laboratory experiments without conducting simulation first. Also, simulation is used tomodel large and complex systems. There is no doubt that simulation cannot replace the physical hands-on experience, but simulation can enhance the teaching and learning experience. The objective of thispaper is to discuss microcontroller simulation software packages for 8051 and PIC microcontroller andits effect on education and research

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2000 Annual Conference

Authors

Willard D. Bostwick

either incorporate or accept this knowledge or application of principles as a guideto everyday professional practice or personal conduct. An assessment practice based upon affective domain criteria would examine the student’sstate of mind resulting from one or more directed learning experiences as a result of thetechnology curriculum. Using the same proposed outcomes, measures are needed to detect howsuccessfully the student receives, values, organizes and integrates curricular content into his orher own life style. Unless one can determine if the student’s ability to successfully perform theseoutcomes when appropriate has been integrated into practice or conduct and it is evidenced inday-to-day behavior, the result has not been

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2008 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

Authors

Dean Aslam; Aixia Shao

nano-concepts without focusing on education research. Historically, efforts to increase impact of learning techniques have Fig 1 Cell phone: Integration offocused on a number of ideas; a restructuring of school science around new technologies; current (solid),real-world problems [1], inquiry based studies [2][3][4][5] including in 2008 (dashed) and futureDesign-Based Science (DBS) [6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15] (dotted). 1and Learning By Design (LBD) [16][17][18], augmented reality (AR) [19][20][21][22][23][24][25], andTechnology Assisted Science, Engineering and Mathematics (TASEM) [26][27][28]. The explanation ofnano-structures and nanotechnology are

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2008 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

Authors

Dean M. Aslam; Aixia Shao

nano-concepts without focusing on education research. Historically, efforts to increase impact of learning techniques have Fig 1 Cell phone: Integration offocused on a number of ideas; a restructuring of school science around new technologies; current (solid),real-world problems [1], inquiry based studies [2][3][4][5] including in 2008 (dashed) and futureDesign-Based Science (DBS) [6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15] (dotted). 1and Learning By Design (LBD) [16][17][18], augmented reality (AR) [19][20][21][22][23][24][25], andTechnology Assisted Science, Engineering and Mathematics (TASEM) [26][27][28]. The explanation ofnano-structures and nanotechnology are

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2018 ASEE Zone IV Conference

Authors

Jayson Paul Mercurio, Canada College; Kevin Yamada; Jose L. Guzman, Canada College; Xiaorong Zhang, San Francisco State University; Wenshen Pong P.E., San Francisco State University; Amelito G Enriquez, Canada College; Zhaoshuo Jiang P.E., San Francisco State University; Cheng Chen, San Francisco State University; Kwok Siong Teh, San Francisco State University; Hamid Mahmoodi, San Francisco State University; Hao Jiang, San Francisco State University; Alexander Choi, Canada College; Ayesha R Iqbal

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Diversity

recognition systemleveraging Neural Networks and Nvidia’s Jetson Tx1 platform. Utilizing a modified Nvidiaworkflow, a robust digit recognition algorithm was designed using two industry standardprograms for deep learning -- TensorFlow and DIGITS. Nvidia’s live image recognitiondemonstration created the framework to interface a camera module that sends images to the inputof the digit classifying network in real-time. The student interns designed experiments to test therobustness of the algorithm in their daily environment, from low light situations to clutteredbackgrounds with the handwritten digit blending in. The internship project created a stimulatingenvironment for student interns to gain research experiences and learn a wealth of knowledge indeep

Conference Session

Two Year-to-Four Year Transfer Topics Part II

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Patricia F. Mead, Norfolk State University; Gwen Lee-Thomas, Quality Measures, LLC; Abe Eftekhari, Northern Virginia Community College; Ji Hyon Mun, Thomas Nelson Community College

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Two Year College Division

Excellence in Science and Technology (CREST). Dr. Mead also maintains an active laboratory group that develops laser systems for optical sensing and LIDAR applications. Dr. Mead has previously served as Senior Program Officer at the National Academy of Engineering and served as study director for the pivotal report, Engineering of 2020: Visions of Engineering in the New Century.Dr. Gwen Lee-Thomas, Quality Measures, LLC Gwen Lee-Thomas has been an external consultant for over 12 years serving businesses as well as private and public colleges and universities in the state of Washington, California, Florida, Indiana, Illinois, Nebraska and Virginia in diversity, STEM education, organizational culture, and leadership strategies

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2003 Annual Conference

Authors

Victor Giurgiutiu; Brian Mouzon

Pendulum Systems: Rotary and Arm-Driven – a Mechatronics System Design Case Study”, Mechatronics 2000 – 7th Mechatronics Forum International Conference, September 6-8, 2000, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM.Field, S.; Meek, S.; Devasia, S. (2000) “Mechatronics Education in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Utah”, Mechatronics 2000 – 7th Mechatronics Forum International Conference, September 6-8, 2000, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM.Furman, B. J.; Hayward, G. P. (2000) “Asynchronous Hands-on Experiments for Mechatronics Education”, Mechatronics 2000 – 7th Mechatronics Forum International Conference, September 6-8, 2000, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM.Gardner, J. F. (2000) “Two Projects for Undergraduate

Conference Session

Developing Young MINDS in Engineering: Part II

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ruba Alkhasawneh, Virginia Commonwealth University; Rosalyn Hobson, Virginia Commonwealth University

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Minorities in Engineering

opportunity to work in the faculty mentor’slaboratory. eight out of twenty two students were successful in securing a research opportunity ina laboratory. Students worked as researcher assistants in laboratories on a variety of projects,such as stem cells, speech recognition, and tissue regeneration. The goal was to expand theirknowledge in the research fields in their departments and train students on professionalcommunication.During the program three guest speakers were invited, experienced scientists and engineers, totalk about their career experience and the variety of opportunities for students once they aregraduated. The guests were; Dr. Charlene Crawley, a chemistry professor at VCU; Mr. TonyMoss, a mathematician at Dahlgren NSWC; and Ms

Conference Session

Computers in Education Division Technical Session 1: Topics Related to Engineering - Part 2

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Burford J. Furman, San Jose State University; Salman Ahsan, San Jose State University; Eric Wertz, self/EduShields

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Diversity

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Computers in Education

course taken by allundergraduate engineering students had removed Matlab from its laboratory curriculum, and noother course in the ME program was covering Matlab. Similarly with Excel, it was observed byone of the authors that freshman students were often weak in basic (let alone advanced) Excelcharting skills, and since no other course in the ME program was giving them the skills in Excel,it seemed to make sense to cover it in ME 30. The redevelopment team felt that by removing theMatlab and Excel components, several lecture periods and two lab experiments would be freedup, and it was surmised that this would allow the students to focus on one programminglanguage instead of spreading their precious academic weeks to try and learn three