AC 2008-778: DIRECT MEASURES FOR COURSE OUTCOMES ASSESSMENTFOR ABET ACCREDITATIONHakan Gurocak, Washington State University-Vancouver Hakan Gurocak is Director of School of Engineering and Computer Science and Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Washington State University Vancouver. His research interests are haptic interfaces, robotics, automation, fuzzy logic and technology assisted distance delivery of laboratory courses. Page 13.439.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Direct Measures for Course Outcomes Assessment for ABET AccreditationAbstract - Direct measures provide
Paper ID #47853Readying the Workforce: Engineering Veteran Graduate Student ExperiencesPivoting Towards ResearchDr. Bradley Joseph Sottile, The Pennsylvania State University Brad Sottile is Associate Teaching Professor of Computer Science and Engineering, and Aerospace Engineering in The Pennsylvania State University’s College of Engineering, School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.Dr. Alyson Grace Eggleston, The Pennsylvania State University Alyson Eggleston is an Associate Professor in the Penn State Hershey College of Medicine and Director of Evaluation for the Penn State Clinical and Translational Science
Paper ID #11157WHY DO UNDERGRADUATE WOMEN PERSIST AS STEM MAJORS?A STUDY AT TWO TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITIESDr. Ronald Brandt, Seton Hall University Ronald Brandt teaches physical science at the high school level, emphasizing Project Based Learning and inquiry based lab activities. Brandt seeks to inspire his students, especially young women, to develop a passion for STEM studies and consider a career in science and technology. Prior to entering the education profession, Ronald Brandt was an executive in the chemical industry serving as senior vice president at two multinational firms as well as President & CEO of an
, and to check their cross product results with these directions.With modern computational tools, it just seems that the time spent using a protractor and rulercan be better spent working different variations of kinematics problems.D’Alembert’s PrinciplePerhaps the largest different in teaching mechanics between the two universities is the use ofd’Alembert’s principle. Cal Poly, and indeed most US schools, utilize both a free-body diagramand a kinetic diagram (sometimes called a mass-acceleration diagram) that represents the inertialterms. This is a pictorial representation of the Newton-Euler formulation, and the equations: F ma M G IGfollow directly. At the HSKA, it is thought that the
in competition against an opponent. They built and coded their robot, and theyalso built a bridge that was incorporated into the competition obstacle course.Students entering grades 11 and 12 attended a two-week residential summer camp, during whichthey were presented with a real-world challenge and tasked with designing a prototype to meetthe challenge criteria and constraints. Their challenge was to create a product that would makethe “Makerspace of Tomorrow” more accessible to people with disabilities through the use ofmechanical, electrical, civil, and computer engineering. Students in this camp had access to a1,200 square foot design space with 3D printers, a laser cutter, vinyl cutter, power tools, andmiscellaneous
using possible search criteria: “industrial trade shows” etc.JEROME TAPPERMr. Tapper received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering in 1970 and a Master of ScienceDegree in Information Systems in 1998, both from Northeastern University. He is a Registered ProfessionalEngineer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts with over twenty years of industrial experience in the areas ofprocess control, industrial automation design, circuit design, product development and project management. Mr.Tapper is the author of Electronics for Engineering Technology, a tool-kit based text for electrical engineeringtechnology students. He currently is an Associate Academic Specialist in the area of Electrical EngineeringTechnology in the School of
Engineering Student in Qatar: Successes, Challenges, and RecommendationsIntroductionWithin the context of socio-economic transformations in the Arab Gulf and the development ofknowledge-based economies in the region, this faculty-student collaborative study investigatesthe experiences of female engineering students in Qatar at Texas A&M University at Qatar(TAMUQ). This project looks at personal experiences and institutional strengths and challenges–at university and industry levels, so as to present recommendations on how to better support,encourage, and prepare our female students for working in engineering-related careers. Byexamining TAMUQ students’ experiences within engineering, this research aims to contribute tothe
limited to one topic in thermodynamics [2]. PrbBL can be challenging if the courseinstructors fail to understand the learning process of PrbBL. The learning process consists of componentsthat include objectives, material and methods of study, different strategies and evaluation procedure.Faculty at State University of Padang implemented PrbBL and noticed no difference in student test scores.However, after implementing PrbBL, faculty observed enthusiasm among students and difference in theirlearning outcomes. Therefore, Putra Z et.al, recommend faculty to develop Problem Based Learning modelbefore implementing them in their courses [3]. Author Waddah A, strongly supports the need of redesigningcourses based on social, economic and ethnic diversity
systems are, and how a personal computer-based data acquisitionsystem can be used to acquire, process and analyze data. The system under considerationconsists of a 12”x12”, 1620W (120V, 13.5A) MirakTM hot plate, made by the Barnstead-Thermolyne Corporation, to which four different fins (one cylindrical, one conical, onerectangular, and one pyramidal) are attached in an upright position. Each fin is eight incheslong, and a thermocouple is attached to the base of each fin, where the fin is mounted to the hotplate, as well as at one-inch intervals along the vertical axis of each fin. The thermocouples areconnected to an input board that serves as an interface between the thermocouples and the dataacquisition system.The data acquisition system to be
could be watched or how many hourscould be spent on the computer. There were also guidelines as to how late the student could stay“out” especially on school nights. Eight hours of sleep were built into the schedule Sundaythrough Thursday. The 35-40 hours scheduled in school may well have included a “study hall”or “study hour” in which students could get most of any homework done that was not completedduring the class hour. Also, during these 35-40 hours the student was with his/her “friends”,students that they may have gone to school with for 12 years. Page 14.1294.2From this structured life, the 17 or 18 year old student suddenly enters a
knowledge disciplines[17]. They are also ideal outputs for workshop groups, asthey allow multiple individuals to contribute through auditory and visual channels and enable thefacilitators to—at a glance assess—the progress of a given group. Each team shares a graphicalabstract with the group at-large and can upload a snapshot to social channels (e.g. Mendeley,Twitter) for broader reach and digital archiving. It is well-known that university students tend to over-rely on superficial Google search[18], while underutilizing specialized discovery tools available through institutional librarysubscriptions such as Engineering Village [19] and Knovel [20] that can be harnessed to discoverdeep insights from vetted external knowledge sources
included the integrating of three (3) different wirelesstechnologies (Cellular, Wi-Fi and Zigbee), the integrating data from multiple sources through awireless gateway, and powering the system computing components (e.g., Arduino and wirelessXbee) using a solar panel at each trough. The water level at the troughs, which are located in thepasture field, are wirelessly collected and sent to a Raspberry Pi (RPi is a small mobile computer)in a designated water pump house. Additional data, water pressure, and ambient temperature atthe pump house are also collected in the pump house. The RPi unit aggregates all of the datafrom all locations and stores it for further processing. If any measurement falls outside of a presetrange, an text notification
Fall2024, with 1,726 in Engineering alone [1]. With so many students, it can be challenging toadequately meet the breadth of needs and wants across the student population. The authorsbalance this by taking a cost-benefit approach to assessment. Broadly, we consider an eventsuccessful not just based on attendance, for that can vary greatly between small and large events,but also time and cost for developing these events. For low-investment programs, single-digitattendance is celebrated, especially in first iterations of events. For high-investment programs,success is measured relative to the work and cost of the program.The core mission of this work is to increase graduate students’ sense of belonging as part of thevibrant, large campus experience
the Engineering and Computing Education program at the School of Universal Computing, Construction, and Engineering Education (SUCCEED) at Florida Inter- national University (FIU). She earned her B.Sc. in Computer Science and Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET). Kali’s research interests center on exploring the ex- periences of marginalized engineering students, with a particular focus on their hidden identity, mental health, and wellbeing. Her work aims to enhance inclusivity and diversity in engineering education, con- tributing to the larger body of research in the field.Dr. Cassandra J McCall, Utah State University Cassandra McCall, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the
in 2007. Dr. Wrate has now returned to his boyhood home and is teaching at Northern Michigan University. He is a member of HKN and IEEE, a Registered Professional Engineer in California, and is a past chair of the Energy Conversion and Conservation Division of ASEE.Joe Routhier, Northern Michigan University Joe Routhier earned his associate degree in Mechanical Design at Michigan Technological University. Upon graduation, Joe worked as a Product Designer at both Generac Engine Powered Tools in Waukesha, WI and at Bruno Independent Living Aids in Oconomowoc, WI. Subsequently, Joe earned his bachelor’s degree in Industrial Education and shifted from industry in to the classroom. Joe spent 15 years teaching Computer
showcase several student projects and someof the design. These projects indicate that students’ critical-thinking ability and creativity can begreatly increased when given the freedom to develop their own signature-thinking projects.1. IntroductionMiddle Tennessee State University (MTSU) offers an ABET Engineering AccreditationCommission (EAC) accredited mechatronics engineering program, in which students learn bothelectrical and mechanical engineering course materials. Digital Circuits Fundamentals is one ofthe required electrical courses in the curriculum, typically taught in the junior year. Theprerequisites of this course are Computer Science I and Electrical Circuit Analysis I. It is theprerequisite of two other courses: Programmable Logic
from 2 to 3 seconds was includ-ed to force the students to consider adding integral control to reduce the steady state error in thisregion. The bottom plot shows the error function which was computed from the absolute valueof the difference between the reference and measured signals and summed for each data point.The sum of the error values was displayed as the “Error Function” value and used to measure theperformance of the PID controller design. The Error Function value of 83 shown in the figurewas among the best performing controllers in the class. The evaluation and the figure was auto-matically generated after the test by implementing an m-file in the Simulink callback function.Students were given the plot and could use the data to refine
- ble for failure analysis of thin film materials. She also managed collaborations with national laboratories, Air Force and Navy research groups, and universities. She invented new quality control tools and super- vised interns from local universities and community colleges as part of a $5.0 million technical workforce development initiative funded by New York State. She has published diverse articles on topics ranging from engineering education to high temperature superconductors and has spoken at many national and international conferences. Her doctorate in materials science and engineering are from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, and she has four patents issued and one patent pending.Dr. Larysa Nadolny, Iowa
2005, he has been the Undergraduate Laboratory Manager in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Duke University, Durham, NC. His interests include undergraduate engineering education, energy harvesting, RFID, power electronics, plasma physics, and thin films.Mr. Alexander Gregory Culbert, Duke University Alexander Culbert is currently a product engineer at TrackX Technology, LLC. He received his B.S.E. in biomedical and electrical and computer engineering from Duke University in 2019. His past research includes utilizing additive manufacturing in pre-clinical medical imaging and using magnetic resonance imaging to verify pulmonary diseases. He is interested in medical imaging and devices
Reconfigurable Distribution Automation and Control Laboratory: A Network Reconfiguration Experiment for Load Balancing and Loss Reduction in Power Distribution Systems Xiaoguang Yang, Valentina Cecchi, Karen Miu, Chika Nwankpa Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Drexel University Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAbstract – At Drexel University, a network reconfiguration experiment has been developed toprovide students with hands-on experience on how to balance loads and reduce real power lossesof a distribution system through network reconfiguration. The experiment has been set up withinDrexel’s Reconfigurable
. Andrew Ritenour, Western Carolina University Andrew Ritenour is currently an Assistant Professor in the School of Engineering + Technology at West- ern Carolina University (WCU). Prior to joining WCU in 2018, he spent a decade in industry managing and developing innovative technologies across a broad spectrum of applications: high voltage transistors for energy-efficient power conversion, radio frequency (RF) surface acoustic wave (SAW) filters for mo- bile phones, and flexible paper-like displays for e-readers. He holds 30 patents related to semiconductor devices and microfabrication and has published in IEEE and AIP journals and conferences. His current research interests include instrumentation for combustion
RegressionStepwise logistic regression models were developed to predict probability of dropout within sixyears using five-fold cross validation. A significance level of 0.05 was used as the criteria forvariables both entering and staying in the model. Three types of prediction models were builtusing the variables indicated by the Phase 3 column in Table A.1. Prediction model 1 includes allthe Phase 3 variables recorded for the first term (first-year fall or fall 2014). Prediction model 2includes all the variables from regression model 1 plus those same variables recorded for thesecond term (first-year spring or spring 2015). Likewise, Prediction model 3 includes all thevariables from the first-year fall and first-year spring terms plus those variables
skills, and toteach the fundamentals of a computer aided design. The students meet the instructor twice aweek in the laboratory during this three-credit-hour semester-long course with each class lastingtwo hours. The course is taught using traditional teaching methods with the introduction tographics concepts and examples in the first hour, and tutoring the homework in the second hour.Students passively absorb the information and work individually to solve the problems. Thelimited class time means that not all students get the immediate help they need. In addition,many of them do not follow up during office or tutoring hours for additional assistance. Since itis early in their university career, they often are not mature enough to admit they are
teammates’ behaviors, professional engineers used structured,semi-formal procedures and appealed to team and individual goals to drive the conversationforward. They focused on presenting solutions, rather than dwelling on problems, and avoidedmentioning feelings or needs to prevent appearing emotional. We also found that professionalwomen strategically used flattery to accomplish their ends and rehearsed difficult conversations.Such strategies need to be shared with engineering undergraduates to help them develop anddraw upon range of successful interpersonal strategies for handling difficult situations.1. Introduction I think we all start out—we want to communicate in the style that's comfortable for us and what comes natural…I think
Paper ID #42007Validity Evidence for the Sophomore Engineering Experiences SurveyMiss Fanyi Zhang, Purdue University Fanyi is a third-year Ph.D. student at Purdue University. She majors in Industrial-Organizational Psychology and works as a Graduate Research Assistant for the Women in Engineering program. Her area of interest focuses on conceptualizing and promoting flourishing and understanding the dynamics of positive relationships. Her current research agenda includes developing a mentor support framework and promoting the effective design of mentor training.Dr. Beth M. Holloway, Purdue University Beth Holloway is
based in engineering design.Tricia Serviss, Santa Clara University Tricia is an assistant professor in the Department of English at Santa Clara University, specializing in writing studies, composition, and writing educational practices. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 Work In Progress: First-Year Student Signature Project - Design an Infographic on “What is Technical Communication”Abstract:There are a number of concepts and skills that are common to all our university students.Technical writing is one of the most relevant and utilized concepts, thus we have developed aproject-based ‘writing to learn’ infographic design mini-project assignment to engage first-yearstudents
method is a good firststep to demonstrate course improvement to ABET. Since much of how we teach is driven by ABET criteria andthe need for continuous quality improvement, this experience should prove valuable to new faculty who maynever have prepared for an ABET visit.IntroductionWhen I learned that I would be starting a teaching job at the end of my last semester of graduate school, Ipanicked. I had done some tutoring, so I was comfortable with the basic learning process. But I had no clue onhow to prepare exams or evaluate final grades. Over the years, I have developed some techniques that work forme. Hopefully they will work for you.Developing Course OutcomesThe first step is to identify the specific concepts and skills that represent
Paper ID #43868Tracing Black Transfer Students’ Success in Engineering: A ComparativeInsight into Transfer-Student Trends at Two State Minority-Serving InstitutionsMr. Daniel Ifeoluwa Adeniranye, Florida International University Daniel Adeniranye embarked on his academic journey with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and dual master’s degrees in petroleum engineering and project development. He further enhanced his skills with a master’s in project (Engineering) Management. Daniel is currently a Research Assistant at the School of Universal Computing, Construction, and Engineering Education at Florida
will gain valuable experiences whileshadowing and actively engaging in the development of the projects. The practices presented inthis paper could provide some timely ideas and inspiration for other colleagues who wish tocontinue international collaborations during the pandemic.IntroductionProject-based learning (PBL) courses have long been proven to be effective to engage students tohelp them achieve a wide range of learning objectives, at every stage of student developmentfrom the freshman year to the senior year. For example, Emine Foust designed two projects forthe students to work on in a first-year engineering design class, and the students went through theentire design process while learning the design tools in a teamwork environment
Paper ID #24605I Kissed Homework Goodbye: Replacing Homework with Online QuizzesDr. Thomas S. Soerens, Messiah College Thomas Soerens is Professor of Engineering at Messiah College. He teaches in Civil and Environmental engineering with specialization in storm water, ground water, and water treatment. He performs design and applied research in water systems in rural developing communities. He is a Professional Engineer and a Certified Ecological Designer. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 I Kissed Homework Goodbye: Using Online Quizzes in