Conference Session

Fostering Business and Professional Skills in the Engineering Classroom

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Veera Gnaneswar Gude P.E., Mississippi State University

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Civil Engineering

. Although the conventionalapproach is still important, lifelong and project-oriented learning for engineers is considered afundamental education in recent times5-7. Providing engineer training to meet this goal is quitechallenging. The degree to which the students develop skills depends on how they solveproblems, write reports, function in teams, self-assess and do peer-review, learn new knowledgeand adapt to changing professional expectations8-11. Recent research shows that engineer trainingand development of critical design skills can be facilitated by providing practice through severalmechanisms that would allow for critical thinking. Instructors should not only simplydemonstrate the problem solving, but also coach students to develop similar

Conference Session

Minorities in Engineering Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cherish C. Vance, Texas A&M University; Bria Perkins, Texas A&M University; Jaida Bannister; Janie M. Moore, Texas A&M University

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

Engineering Department, completing her Ph.D. in 2015. Her primary research areas include 1) mycotoxin risk assessment and treatment in stored grains and 2) innovate instructional strategies for Biological and Agricultural Engineering students. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018Work in Progress - Assessing Campus Climate: Students’ perceptions of inclusion beyond the first yearAbstractUndergraduate programs attempting to increase retention of underrepresented minorities (URM)often focus on the students’ experiences within the first year. At large institutions, students mayalso have access to additional services and programs to help them succeed beyond their firstyear

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Engineering Programs

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Huihui H Wang, Jacksonville University; Lee Ann Jerome Clements, Jacksonville University; Cindy Leong; Misha M. Chalkley; Crandall Maines, Jacksonville University

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Diversity

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

self-monitoring health system 2) Design and Development of an Electronic Health Records program Students in the Department of Computer Science in collaboration with the Kegwin School ofNursing at JU created a replica of the Electronic Health Records program. We used JAVA forcreating the user interface, and SQL for the back end. Each assessment talks to the “GeneralForm”. The “General Form” provides the patient ID, patient name, and patient date of birth thatare displayed in the pages necessary. The students can enter input using textboxes in theElectronic Health Records. The program also has view assessments options for students to lookat previous records for specific “patients”. The Electronic Health Records program also promptsa message

Conference Session

Works-in-Progress Postcard Session

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brittany Lynn Butler; Daniel D. Anastasio, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Daniel D. Burkey, University of Connecticut; Matthew Cooper, North Carolina State University; Cheryl A Bodnar, Rowan University

Tagged Divisions

Chemical Engineering

Phenomena, Professional Development / Ethics and Mathematical / Compu- tational Methods. He is the recipient of various teaching and educational research awards, including the 2015 Raymond W. Fahien Award from the ASEE Chemical Engineering Division. Dr. Cooper’s research interests include effective teaching and assessment, conceptual and inductive learning, integrating writing and speaking into the curriculum and professional ethics.Dr. Cheryl A Bodnar, Rowan University Cheryl A. Bodnar, Ph.D., CTDP is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Experiential Engineering Education at Rowan University. Dr. Bodnar’s research interests relate to the incorporation of active learn- ing techniques in undergraduate classes as

Conference Session

Seeking Resilience and Learning to Thrive Through Engineering Education

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Karin Jensen, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Kelly J. Cross, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

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Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Liberal Education/Engineering & Society

program in the Engineering Education department at Virginia Tech in 2015 and worked as a post-doctoral researcher with the Illinois Foundry for Innovation in Engineering Education at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. At UIUC she has collaborated with mul- tiple teams of engineering faculty on implementing and assessing instructional innovation. Dr. Cross is currently a Research Scientist in the Department of Bioengineering working to redesign the curriculum through the NSF funded Revolutionizing Engineering Departments (RED) grant. She is a member of the ASEE Leadership Virtual Community of Practice that organizes and facilitates Safe Zone Training work- shops. Dr. Cross has conducted multiple workshops

Conference Session

Investigating Instructional Strategies

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

K. Jo Min, Iowa State University; John Jackman, Iowa State University; Zhuoyi Zhao, Iowa State University

Tagged Divisions

Multidisciplinary Engineering

Paper ID #22851Work in Progress: Visual and Tactile Aids in Multidisciplinary Engineeringfor Better Learning OutcomesDr. K. Jo Min, Iowa State University K. Jo Min is Associate Professor and Associate Chair, Director of Undergraduate Education in Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering Department at Iowa State University. He teaches courses on pro- duction systems, closed-loop supply chains, and engineering valuation. His education research interests include outcome assessment and visualization aids, and his engineering research focuses on application of stochastic optimal control on engineering decision making. He

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2018 ASEE Conferences - Conference for Industry and Education Collaboration / San Antonio proceedings

Authors

Ali Ansari; Nasser Ghariban; Pamela Leigh-Mack

carefully selected in consideration of the knowledge and attributesneeded in subsequent courses.Term Project Requirement A team project will have of two or three members. Each team must propose a project thatdoes the following: 1. designs a practical device to solve an engineering problem; 2. develops a problem statement which the need and criteria for acceptability; and 3. includes, at a minimum, a start switch, a stop switch, an actuator, a sensor, data collection, theoretical calculations, and procedures for error analysis.Method of Assessment A survey instrument was developed to assess several aspects of the course including 1)student learning outcomes; b) course learning modules; and c) term project

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Track: Pre-College - Technical Session 8

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2019 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity

Authors

Suzanne Sontgerath, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Chrysanthe Demetry, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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Diversity, Pre-College

Polytechnic Institute Dr. Chrysanthe Demetry is Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Director of the Morgan Teaching and Learning Center at Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Her teaching and scholarship focus on materials science education, use of educational technology, K-12 engineering outreach, and intercultural learning in experiential education abroad. As director of the Morgan Center at WPI since 2006, Demetry coordinates programs and services fostering excellence and innovation in teaching at WPI and supports course-based and program-level assessment of student learning outcomes. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019Slide 1 Collaborative Network for

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2019 ASEE PNW Section Conference

Authors

Xichen Jiang, Western Washington University; Patrick William Shive, Western Washington University

Electric Power Distribution System Reliability and Outage Costs: An Undergraduate Industry CollaborationAbstract:This paper describes an undergraduate, cross-disciplinary research into the economic effects ofpower system outages, with a focus on the Pacific Northwest region. The results of this researchare useful for utilities in their planning and assessment of electric grid reliability. The PacificNorthwest region of the United States experiences a temperate climate with brief summers andlong-lasting winters. Generally, the highest electricity demand for the region occurs during thewinter months, when heating is turned on. Therefore, an outage that occurs during winter monthsresults in additional non-financial

Conference Session

Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 5

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nebojsa I. Jaksic, Colorado State University, Pueblo

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

describe the ten stages of a lab lifecycle in detail. 1. Need. Most of the labs start with a need to prove a theoretical concept using experiments or to design a process or product using modern engineering tools. Here, the later is emphasized. Often, a demonstration of a novel instrument or device is observed. Also, the current laboratory experiences are assessed and found to be inadequate or incompatible with respect to the current technology. 2. Conception. In this stage, mostly, replacement of the old lab’s instrumentation/equipment with the state-of-the-art versions is sought; preliminary evaluations of new instrumentation/equipment capabilities are performed, and some possible new lab ideas are explored

Conference Session

ERM Technical Session 21: Student Grades and Feedback

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wan Kyn Chan, Purdue University-Main Campus, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Edward J. Berger, Purdue University-Main Campus, West Lafayette (College of Engineering)

Tagged Divisions

Educational Research and Methods

of Engineering Education and Mechanical Engineering at Purdue University, joining Purdue in August 2014. He has been teaching mechanics for over 20 years, and has worked extensively on the integration and assessment of specific technology interventions in mechanics classes. He was one of the co-leaders in 2013-2014 of the ASEE Virtual Community of Practice (VCP) for mechanics educators across the country. His current research focuses on student problem-solving pro- cesses and use of worked examples, change models and evidence-based teaching practices in engineering curricula, and the role of non-cognitive and affective factors in student academic outcomes and overall success. c

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Technical Session: The Art of Education

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Ozgul Yasar-Inceoglu, California State University, Chico

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Mechanical Engineering

interdisciplinary field of nanoscience and engineering including theareas of engineering, materials science, chemistry, and physics. The topics covered includeadvanced materials, synthesis, and modification of nanomaterials, properties of nanomaterials,materials characterization, nanofabrication methods, and applications. It has three modules, whichare formal lectures, guest speakers, and projects.The impact of the Nanoscale Science and Engineering course on undergraduate Mechanical andMechatronic Engineering students was assessed through a survey performed at the beginning andend of the semester. The survey questions were aimed to analyze the awareness, motivation, andretention of the students in the nanotechnology field. Statistical analysis showed that

Conference Session

Experiences of Underrepresented Students in Engineering

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Manuel Jimenez, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Luisa Guillemard, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Sonia M. Bartolomei-Suarez, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Oscar Marcelo Suarez, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Aidsa I. Santiago-Roman, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Nayda G. Santiago, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Carla López del Puerto, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Pedro O. Quintero, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Nelson Cardona-Martínez, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus

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Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Educational Research and Methods

growth.Two major tools allow mentors to individually track students: a contact relations management(CRM) system and individual development plans (IDP). The PEARLS CRM provides acentralized platform for tracking student progress in different project areas. IDPs provide for apersonalized tool to identify students’ strengths and weaknesses, set goals, and outline a plan toreach those goals. The PEARLS IDP was developed using the National Institute of Health Ph.D.IDP form as a model and using SACNAS guidelines for undergraduate IDP adoption [24]. IDPshave five sections that include self-assessment, career goals & planning, coursework,achievements, and action plan. Students discuss IDPs with their mentors at least once persemester to ensure updated

Conference Session

NSF Grantees: Faculty Development 2

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Gail P. Baxter, Stevens Institute of Technology; Keith G. Sheppard, Stevens Institute of Technology; Frank T Fisher, Stevens Institute of Technology; Patricia J. Holahan, Stevens Institute of Technology; Susan Lowes, Teachers College, Columbia University; Susan S. Metz, Stevens Institute of Technology

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

Mathematica Policy Research, Inc., Senior Research Scientist at Educational Testing Service, and an Assistant Professor in the Graduate School of Education at the University of Michigan. In addition, she served on National Academy of Sciences Committees on Foundations of Educational and Psychological Assessment and Evaluation of National and State Assessments of Educational Progress. She earned a PhD in Educational Psychology from UC Santa Barbara.Dr. Keith G. Sheppard, Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science) Dr. Keith G. Sheppard is Senior Adviser to the Dean in the Charles V. Schaefer, Jr. School of Engineer- ing and Science and a professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials

Conference Session

Capstone/ET Projects I: Electrical and Computer Focus

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Xiaoxia Li, Texas A&M University, Kingsville; Farzin Heidari, Texas A&M University, Kingsville

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

associated witheach location, such as front desk, guest rooms, conference rooms, dining area, etc. without goinginto a real hotel section in operation. Therefore, a significant amount of time and cost in organizingand traveling can be saved. Moreover, most professional training places that are restrictive andeven not accessible for beginners, such as interior design for vehicles, metal cutting or weldingshops, where safety is a prominent issue preventing the learners from getting close access to theoperation sites. However, with VR, the teachers and students can implement training when a needarises regardless of the travel arrangement to be made to make the lesson happen.A Case study of VR training implementationIn order to assess the effect of VR

Conference Session

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

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Enrique Alvarez Vazquez, North Dakota State University; Manoel Cortes-Mendez, Georgia Institute of Technology; Ryan Striker P.E., North Dakota State University; Lauren Singelmann, North Dakota State University; Mary Pearson, North Dakota State University; Ellen M. Swartz, North Dakota State University

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Computers in Education

asgeneral-purpose channels or time-specific channels, according to their importance. We observein Figure 6 a strong preference for general-purpose channels, followed by concept-specificchannels, such as #chapter. The predilection for general channels may partly be explained bycourse announcements being shared on #general.The rest of the data suggest assessment-specific channels to be the next priority and favored overtime-specific channels. This may be due to different students progressing through the course atdifferent speeds: concept-specific channels aren’t tied to a particular timeframe and are thereforemore flexible than time-specific channels. Other classes that use Slack may have assessment-specific or concept-specific channels. In this

Conference Session

Computers in Education Division Technical Session 10: STEM Outreach

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Bryce E. Hughes, Montana State University; Nick Lux, Montana State University ; Barrett Frank, Montana State University; Shannon D. Willoughby, Montana State University; Brock J. LaMeres P.E., Montana State University - Bozeman; Rachelle Codie Weyerbacher, Montana State University

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Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Computers in Education

, Montana State University Dr. Nicholas Lux has is an Associate Professor of Curriculum and Instruction in MSU’s Department of Education. His teaching and research interests are in the area of educational technology. He has worked in the fields of K-12 and higher education for 18 years, and currently teaches in the Montana State University Teacher Education Program. He has experience in educational technology theory and practice in K-12 contexts and teacher education, with a focus on STEM teaching and learning, technology integration, online course design and delivery, program evaluation, and assessment. Dr. Lux’s current research agenda is STEM teaching and learning in K-12 contexts, technology integration in teacher

Conference Session

A Focus on Sustainability

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Fethiye Ozis P.E., Northern Arizona University; Nihal Sarikaya, Northern Arizona University; Roy St. Laurent, Northern Arizona University; Daniel'le April DeVoss, Northern Arizona University

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Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Environmental Engineering

had chosen when they filled out the pre-course questionnaire, andstudents who completed one of the two questionnaires but not both. The primary reason forcompleting one but not both questionnaires is that a student may not have been enrolled orpresent in class at the time when one of questionnaires was administered.Each of the scores from Table 1 was treated as a response variable, and a mixed-effects linearmodel was used to assess whether the mean score changed from pre-course to post-course. Forall variables, an improvement is indicated by a higher score post-course. The statistical modelincorporated a random effect for respondent to account for the multiple measurements (pre-course and post-course) on individual students, and a fixed

Conference Session

Engineering Librarian Collaborations in the Library, On Campus, and Beyond

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Cari Kaurloto, University of Southern California

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Engineering Libraries

Science & Engineering Library was able to rebuild morale andproject plan. Environmental scanning proved to be another useful technique in mapping out mywork environment; it promotes assessment of internal and external factors that affect libraryoperations [3]. Thus, this paper will feature how I assessed four main problems of staffing,library space, collections, and outreach, how I attempted to engineer solutions, and how I workedwith my department to be solutions focused and forward thinking.Staffing Staffing remains a major challenge for the Science & Engineering Library, with only onepermanent librarian serving seven science and eight engineering departments. This library wasonce staffed with four librarians, which included a

Conference Session

Community Engagement Division Technical Session 7

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

M. Loraine Lowder, Kennesaw State University; Christina R Scherrer, Kennesaw State University; Kevin Stanley McFall, Kennesaw State University; David R Veazie P.E., Kennesaw State University

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Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Community Engagement Division

Paper ID #29929Engagement in Practice: Establishing a Culture of Service-Learning inEngineering Orientation Classes at KSUDr. M. Loraine Lowder, Kennesaw State University M. Loraine Lowder is the Assistant Dean of Accreditation and Assessment at Kennesaw State Univer- sity. She received her B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, and Ph.D. in Bioengineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Dr. Lowder’s research interests include image processing, computer-aided engineering, and cardiovascu- lar biomechanics. She is also interested in performing research in the area of the scholarship of

Conference Session

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

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Ali Sheharyar, Texas A&M University at Qatar; Arun R. Srinivasa, Texas A&M University; Eyad Masad

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Computers in Education

). In this paper, we demonstrate the AR tool and share our experience andthe assessment results.IntroductionSpatial ability or visuo-spatial ability is the capacity to comprehend, reason and remember thespatial relations among objects or space 1 . It is of value for the success in engineering and othertechnical fields. In engineering, for instance, engineers utilize spatial skills when designing partsof a machine; they must understand functions and interaction of the parts from multipleperspectives while integrating the parts among a variety of other components in an assembly 2 . Itis very common to find higher spatial ability in people working on engineering and architecturerelated activities 3 .Engineering students differ in their development

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Engineering Design Graphics Division Technical Session 3

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Lulu Sun, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

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Engineering Design Graphics

including using polleverywhere.com and popup questions in the class time,students can be motivated to solve problems, clarify their misconceptions, and enhance theirunderstanding. • Online Interactive StudyThe course was implemented as a flipped classroom. Students were required to study materialsposted online before coming to the class on the second day. Online materials included videos,audios, PowerPoint files, and interactive study developed under Rise 360 by Articulate. Studentscould earn up to 2 points if they finished quizzes embedded in the interactive study and earned ascore of 80% or above. • Online quizzesA formal assessment including multiple-choice questions was given to the students to test theirunderstanding after their self

Conference Session

Perceptions, Projects, and Practical Approaches

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

James Lambrechts P.E., Wentworth Institute of Technology; Anuja Kamat, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Ron Frattura

Tagged Divisions

Civil Engineering

for Example 3 (Rebar)Example 4 Figure 4a. PowerPoint slide for Example 4 (Fire) Figure 4b. Study Sheet for Example 4 (Fire) Figure 4c. Homework for Example 4 (Fire) 23. How much is steel strength reduced when its temperature increases to 1200 deg. F? ____ Figure 4d. Quiz question for Example 4 (Fire)Assessment of Effectiveness of the Learning Methodology:To assess the effectiveness of the revised system used in our C.E. Materials course, we looked atoverall quiz grades for two years before the change and then two years following, with particularfocus on Quiz 5. The topic of Quiz 5 was the Properties of Iron and Steel. As with all 11 or 12quizzes given

Conference Session

Computing and Information Technology Division Technical Session 5

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Alireza Kavianpour, DeVry University, Pomona

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Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Computing and Information Technology

2020.There are some universities offering four years degree in the field of Renewable EnergyEngineering Technology (REET). In this paper author’s experience in teaching courses in REETprogram, typical student senior projects, and job market forecast for this field will be discussed.The assessment data for the REET senior project was analyzed. Several recommendations forimproving student’s outcomes are suggested.1- IntroductionWhy Study Alternative/Renewable Technologies?Alternative energy is referring to sources of energy that replace fuel sources without theundesired consequences. Fossil fuel burning produces pollution. Nuclear power is a commonalternative to fossil fuels however, radiation and the long-term containment cause great concernand

Conference Session

NSF Grantees: Faculty Development 1

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Jill K. Nelson, George Mason University; Margret Hjalmarson, George Mason University; Anastasia P. Samaras, George Mason University; Lori C. Bland, College of William and Mary

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

SIMPLE Design Framework for Interactive Teaching Development and a research initiation grant: Student-directed differ- entiated learning in college-level engineering education. Her research centers on facilitating and studying her role in faculty development self-study collaboratives.Dr. Lori C. Bland, College of William and Mary Lori C. Bland, Ph.D., is a clinical associate professor of curriculum and research, and the Director of Curriculum, Center for Gifted Education at The College of William and Mary. She teaches courses in program evaluation, educational assessment, educational psychology, data-driven decision-making, and gifted education. Bland received her Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from the University of

Conference Session

Aerospace Student Projects, Engineering Design and Research

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Kuldeep S Rawat, Elizabeth City State University; Chandra Bhushan Asthana P.E., Elizabeth City State University

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Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Aerospace

2 2.41% Native American 2 2.41% White 32 38.55% Total 83 100%Evaluation Instruments:Data collection instruments that were used for conducting evaluation included the StudentFeedback Survey, Dimensions of Success (DoS) observation tool, and pre/post STEM topicquestionnaire.Student Feedback Survey: This survey was completed by student participants after completing atleast 36hrs of hands-on learning. The survey was used to assess the overall interest in pursuingSTEM degrees and careers. ECSU Summer Academy program adopted (and modified) a

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2019 ASEE Zone I Conference & Workshop

Authors

Pong P Chu

experiments. The platform contains a thermal monitor IP core and aheat generator IP core. The former measures the key parameters in the thermal model and thelatter functions as an artificial heat source. The platform allows students to do hands-onexperiments and to compare physical experiment results with the theoretical models andprediction. It makes the topics more relevant and more interesting and helps students to betterunderstand the subject materials. The power and thermal experiments are part of the development to create a “spiral labframework” for the entire computer engineering curriculum. The effectiveness of thedevelopment is evaluated by an array of assessment instruments, including contents tests, labworks, student survey, and student

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2019 ASEE Zone I Conference & Workshop

Authors

Mohammad Taslim; Kai-tak Wan

headquarter city of Da Nang (circled) in the heartand hydro-machinery. Arrangements were made of Vietnam where we stayed for 33 days, before awith the Vietnam stated owned hydropower flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Course assessmentauthorities to visit two hydro-stations and our visits included two book reports from a list of 10 bookswere guided by on-site engineers. A team of four about Vietnam, a daily journal compilation by eachstudents was also charged to gather information on student, active participation in site visits, and ahydropower and present their work in a PowerPoint group presentation. The four teams conducted apresentation to the entire class. Assessment of ME

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2019 ASEE Zone I Conference & Workshop

Authors

Pong P Chu

. Furthermore, even for adedicated processor, the maximal clock rate is limited because of the clock rate of the processorand the overhead associated with software execution. The hardware alternative is to use the DDFS (direct digital frequency synthesis) scheme [4].Its design includes an adder and a register and can achieve a much higher rate (up to one half ofthe system clock rate). Furthermore, an additional lookup table and a DAC can be added togenerate a continuous analog wave, which cannot be accomplished by software. With theaccelerator, the processor only needs to write the frequency control word to an I/O register to setthe frequency.5. Assessment The work is part of the development to create a “spiral lab framework” for the

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2019 Fall Mid Atlantic States Conference

Authors

Alexander John De Rosa, Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science); Denis Serbin; Stephanie Lee

Connections & Knowledge Transfer between Engineering Thermodynamics and Mathematics (WIP)AbstractIt is well-established that students have difficulty transferring knowledge and skills betweencourses in their undergraduate curriculum. In order to assess the ability of students to transfer ideasbetween their classes, the connections students make between integral calculus and other subjectswas tested in a thermodynamics class. In this pilot study, students were posed the classicalthermodynamics problem of boundary work, which requires the application of calculus skills tosolve. After a first attempt to solve the problem with no instructor guidance, students were givena relevant calculus problem in order to activate their prior knowledge