Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Technology Curriculum

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Trian Georgeou, Arizona State University; Scott Danielson, Arizona State University

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Engineering Technology

consultant for two major companies. Currently, he is a Lecturer in the ASU Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Technology Department while remaining active in the aftermarket automotive industry.Scott Danielson, Arizona State University Scott Danielson is the Department Chair of the Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Technology Department at Arizona State University and has served in this capacity since 1999. He is active in ASEE and several of its Divisions, including serving as 2004-2005 Division Chair of the Mechanics Division. He serves on the Society of Manufacturing Engineers’ Manufacturing Education and Research Community steering committee member. He is currently serving on

Conference Session

Embedded Computing

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jeff Wiegley, California State University-Northridge

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Computers in Education

favor of general purpose, easily adapted devices. The selection of these de-vices is presented in the section describing platforms. Limited funding was obtainfor department equipment accounts to provide an initial set of micro-controllers Towork with the limited availability of resources the students are grouped into teamsfor project assignments.The limited state budget is allocated largely based on department student enroll-ment. This has created an atmosphere of economic competition amongst the Uni-versity’s college and between departments. It is necessary to differentiate the spe-cific goals of the course from those courses offered by sibling departments. Thetheoretical concepts of designing software applications for embedded devices

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2003 GSW

Authors

Tariq A. Khraishi

one for some of the designs. Other problems arose when somegroups tried to use a spring mechanism to initiate ball flight. This and other issues like whatlessons were learned from this experiment are discussed in the paper. IntroductionIn the engineering education literature, Problem-Based Learning (PBL) is generally consideredthe best way to achieve the educational learning objectives as set forth in a Bloom’s taxonomy.There has been a lot of work in the literature citing the benefits of PBL in enhancing studentlearning and discussing the issues associated with its implementation1,2,3,4. Proceedings of the 2003 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference

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2003 GSW

Authors

Mohammed Shahbazuddin; Dr. Terrence. L Chambers

rather thanin individual stages. For instance, last year there was considerable focus on connecting WMSwith TMS packages. The next phase is building links between OMS and WMS. Additionalintegration is underway too. Despite these efforts, each of the six is maintaining its pre-existingidentity. Proceedings of the 2003 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference The University of Texas at Arlington Copyright  2003, American Society for Engineering Education2001-2004Once all six of the current software types have been initially integrated, their names are likely tostill be in use. In part, this will be a reflection of the level of integration actually achieved. It willalso be a

Conference Session

Topics in K-12 Engineering

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Angela Bielefeldt, University of Colorado at Boulder

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

. A pre-survey was given in the firstmorning session to stimulate student thinking on the topic. This survey indicated that of the 37students, 32 frequently drank tap water or tap water with further treatment, and 12 frequentlydrank bottled water. The most significant factor influencing this choice was convenience,followed by taste, cost, and perceived safety. About half of the students did not know the sourceof origin of the water that they drank most often. These survey results were then incorporatedinto an activity later in the day and used to assign students to research different waters: amunicipal tap water derived from surface water, a municipal tap water derived from groundwater, and two different bottled waters. In the course of the

Conference Session

IT-based Instructional Technologies

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Arunachala Nadar Mada Kannan, Arizona State University; Barbara Rempel, Arizona State University, Polytechnic campus; Lakshmi Munukutla, Arizona State University; Bert Valenzuela, Arizona State University

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Information Systems

AC 2008-2331: NOVEL TECHNOLOGY FOR ELECTRONICS INSTRUCTION –AN ELECTRONICS STUDIOArunachala Nadar Mada Kannan, Arizona State University Research focus is in the field of Alternative Energy Technologies, more specifically in fuel cells. Developed a brand new undergraduate course on Electronics projects and has been using the e-Studio as an effective teaching tool.Barbara Rempel, Arizona State University, Polytechnic campus An Edicator in the field of Electronics Engineering Technology for the past 17 years. Cureently involved in creating electronics embedded systems concentration for the undergraduate degree program. Her expertise involves, design and development of electronic circuits FPGA systems

Conference Session

Sustainability in AEC and AEC Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jason Kirby, University of Alabama at Birmingham; Hilal Ozcan, Prairie View A&M University; Fouad Fouad, University of Alabama at Birmingham

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Architectural

point while reusing 10% ofdiscarded construction materials (to minimize the waste stream) is awarded 2 points.Designations from Platinum to Certified may then be bestowed based the building’s ability toadopt green and sustainable features11.LEED, because of its systematic certification process, has become a recognized authority in theconstruction industry; widely endorsed by architects, engineers, contractors and owner/operators. Page 13.1127.5However, LEED is just one of several national initiatives which encourage green and sustainableconstruction practices. Architecture 2030, was established to combat the emerging climatechange crisis by

Conference Session

Graduate Education in Engineering Technology

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Richard Cuprak, Arizona State University, Polytechnic campus; John Rajadas, Arizona State University Polytechnic; Scott Danielson, Arizona State University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

of the key areas of focus in the MechanicalEngineering Technology program at Arizona State University Polytechnic (ASU Poly) isThermofluids where therodynamic and fluid dynamic concepts are addressed. The GraduateDegree (M.S.) program in the Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Technology (MMET)department at ASU Poly has a variety of activities ongoing in this important area. The graduatestudent typically works on applied research projects designed with educational and researchobjectives. Most of these projects involve theoretical and experimental elements. The presentpaper describes one such project underway in the MMET Department.The project addresses engineering design issues associated with a dry waste collection truck toreduce the

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Capstone Design Projects

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yanfei Liu, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne (Eng); Jiaxin Zhao, Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

AC 2008-2552: INTERACTIVE SENSOR PACKAGE UNIT - AMULTIDISCIPLINARY DESIGN PROJECTYanfei Liu, Indiana University Purdue University, Fort Wayne (Eng) Dr. Yanfei Liu received the B.S.E.E. Degree from Shandong Institute of Architecture and Engineering in July 1996. She then received the M.S.E.E. Degree from the Institute of Automation, Chinese Academy of Sciences in July 1999, and Ph.D. Degree from Clemson University in August 2004. She has been a member of the IPFW Department of Engineering since August 2005. Dr. Liu’s research interests include robotics, dynamic manipulation, computer vision and image processing.Jiaxin Zhao, Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne Dr. Jiaxin

Conference Session

Curriculum Development in Mechanical Engineering Technology

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alamgir Choudhury, Western Michigan University; Pavel Ikonomov, Western Michigan University; Jorge Rodriguez, Western Michigan University; Sam Ramrattan, Western Michigan University

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Engineering Technology

and applied research projects solving Page 13.912.5industrial problems.Proposed learning methodAfter reforming the curricula, teaching methodology in the four courses will be modifiedto engage the students in an interactive multi-mode learning process. The modes arelaboratory practice, computer-assisted problem solving, in-class lecture and analyticalproblem solving. Initially, simple laboratory practices and demonstrations will expose thestudents to applications prior to introduction of each theoretical concept in the lectureclass. While the students learn the analytical problem solving methods in the class,computer-assisted tools will be available

Conference Session

Web-Based Learning in Engineering Technology

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Charlie Edmonson, University of Dayton

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Engineering Technology

research to support their argument. This tends to increase the quality of the discussion. - Students can work at their own pace. They can speed up or slow down as necessary and not be bored if they feel the class is moving too slow or feel stressed if they feel the class is moving too fast. - More substantive comments. Topic discussions may be more substantive because class is not restricted by the clock and students have time to formulate well thought out answers to questions and comments. - Access to course materials. Most asynchronous courses have the course material on- line and students can access the material 24/7 as needed. - Location independent. Students can take classes from

Conference Session

Engineering Ethics - Courses and Curricula

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Seamus Freyne, Manhattan College; Micah Hale, University of Arkansas

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Engineering Ethics

AC 2009-970: A PRELIMINARY SURVEY OF ENGINEERING ETHICS COURSESNATIONWIDESeamus Freyne, Manhattan College An ASEE member since 2003, Seamus Freyne is an assistant professor of civil engineering at Manhattan College in New York City. His research interests include concrete materials, sustainability, and ethics.Micah Hale, University of Arkansas W. Micah Hale is an associate professor at the University of Arkansas where he teaches courses in civil engineering materials and concrete design. In addition to his teaching interests, he also conducts research in the areas of concrete materials and structures

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Musa Jouaneh, University of Rhode Island; William Palm, University of Rhode Island

development of two experimental setups. These setupsare: a DC motor with tachometer, and a temperature measurement system. The kits are plannedto be initially tested in two mechanical engineering courses in the Spring 2009 semester.IntroductionMost Mechanical Engineering curricula include courses in system dynamics, controls,mechatronics, and vibrations. At most schools, these courses do not have a laboratorycomponent. Even at schools that have such a component, laboratory access is often limited. Weneed to supplement the course lectures with experiential learning. Providing engaging laboratoryexperience is one of several challenges to effective undergraduate education in STEM disciplinesas reported by The National Research Council (NRC) [1].To make

Conference Session

Programs That Serve Industry and Academia

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Dan Baldwin, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis; John Ludwick, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis; Kevin Marshall, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis

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Continuing Professional Development

discipline.IntroductionFaculty today are often inundated with responsibilities that span advising to research. Time isscarce, and anyone who teaches technology courses quickly understands the challenge ofremaining current with best practices in theory and application that are utilized in industry. Anarduously developed classroom lecture, demonstration or exercise can, and often does, becomeextraneous in mere weeks with the advent of a new software suite or technology. The constantcycle of developing new teaching materials to replace outdated versions can be a dauntingchange. When discussing the creation of an innovative educational environment, Maier andWeidner write, “As a general matter, innovation represents change, and there is usually built-inresistance to change

Conference Session

Instructional Innovations in AEC Education

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kevin Dong, California Polytechnic State University

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Architectural

project team.Currently, research into integrated practice is being supported by professional institutes,including the American Institute of Architects and other architectural, engineering, andconstruction related organizations. It is imperative that the curriculum in professional programsreflect current practices by introducing students to multidisciplinary models and emergingtechnologies.The Class PhilosophyThe idea of offering a building envelopes course started as an idea to expose students to designand construction issues dealing with the facade; massing, materials, attachment, day lighting,thermal comfort, sequencing, and fabrication. In addition to these topics, the course has becomean experimental course in building information modeling

Conference Session

Innovations in ECE Education III

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Asad Azemi, Pennsylvania State University; Nannette D'Imperio, Pennsylvania State University

Tagged Divisions

Electrical and Computer

instructor of computer science at Penn State Brandywine. She earned a B.S. degree in Elementary Education with a Mathematics Concentration from West Chester University and a M.S. degree in Computer Education from Philadelphia University. She has professional experience in customer service, departmental supervision, application support, and technical analysis. Her research interests lie in the use of programming languages, web-based learning and its applications. Page 14.903.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 New Approach to Teaching an Introductory Computer

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Craig Laramee, State University of New York, Binghamton; Shelley Dionne, State University of New York, Binghamton; Hiroki Sayama, State University of New York, Binghamton; David Wilson, State University of New York, Binghamton

educational materials that aim to directly addressthe social and political aspects of engineering through the use of experimentation, data analysisand computer simulation.Course MaterialsOur initial offering of this material took place in the fall semester of 2008 in a junior level courseoffered at Binghamton University that was cross-listed across three schools, the Thomas J.Watson School of Engineering in the department of Bioengineering, the Harpur College of Artsand Sciences in the department of Biology and in the School of Management. This course wasco-taught by four instructors, two from Bioengineering, and one each from the other departments.Throughout this course, students from these traditionally distinct disciplines used a computermediated

Conference Session

Service Learning Projects in Developing Countries

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sharon deMonsabert, George Mason University; Cynthia Jester, United States Army Corps of Engineers

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Environmental Engineering

AC 2009-1524: AFRICOM AND THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS: HELMETS VS.HARD HATSSharon deMonsabert, George Mason University Dr. deMonsabert is an Associate Professor of Civil, Environmental and Infrastructure Engineering. She has over 15 years of academic experience. She researches and teaches courses related to Sustainable Development, Environmental Systems and Engineering, and Technical Entrepreneurship. Dr. deMonsabert was recently appointed to the position of Fellow for Academic Curricula at George Mason University.Cynthia Jester, United States Army Corps of Engineers Graduate Student, Civil and Infrastructure Engineering, George Mason University

Conference Session

Instrumentation and Controls Laboratories

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kayode P. Ayodele, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria; Olawale Akinwale, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria; Lawrence Kehinde, Texas Southern University; Oladipo O. Osasona, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria; E.O.B. ajayi, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria; O.O. Akinwunmi, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

most Science and Engineering curricula in Nigeria isinadequate. In Obafemi Awolowo University for example, undergraduate students typicallycarry out around five assignments related to digital electronics, and there is no treatmentwhatsoever of Field Programmable Gate Arrays(FPGAs). In the research work beingreported, an attempt has been made to develop a remote laboratory though which the numberof digital electronics experiments students carry out can be increased.The remote laboratory, called the Advanced Digital Lab (ADLab), allows students tosynthesis digital systems on an FPGA with a hardware description language. To achieve this,a development board with an Altera Cyclone II FPGA is connected to a computerimplementing the server tier of

Conference Session

Distance and Web-Based Learning in Engineering Technology: Part I

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ali Mehrabian, University of Central Florida; Walter Buchanan, Texas A&M University; Alireza Rahrooh, University of Central Florida

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Engineering Technology

of the project in a professionalformat. An estimate of the overall project cost, including the total labor, must be included in thecost-estimate and the project’s final report. It is compulsory that students include a time-line inthe proposal and in the final report. In most cases, students work in teams of two to fourmembers, and the project schedule is approved by a faculty mentor with expertise appropriate forthe project. It is the students’ responsibility to schedule time each week for research, design, and Page 14.375.3fabrication of their project, a challenge to some students with poor time management skills.This course was

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Claire Komives, San Jose State University; Erik Fernandez, University of Virginia

terminology in current MEB courses) the focusof the exercise was to test students’ ability to apply ChE principles in a bio vs. a non-bio context.Consequently, the biological problems did not include special biochemical terminology, or it wasclarified on the tests. The problems addressed the general learning objectives of a) Solve amaterial balance problem on a reactive process and b) Solve a material balance problem on anon-reactive process.The test and accompanying survey (on the back of page with bio problem) were administered ina 50 minute period. The first few minutes were used to explain briefly the research project andstudents were given the informed consent forms to review and sign. Students were allowed 20minutes to solve first the bio

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1996 Annual Conference

Authors

Jack Bryant; Howard Seidel; David L. Barrow; Dante DeBlassie; Arlen Strader

record contained the time and x and y coordinates of the ball. From this information they were asked toproduce plots of the golf ball's position and velocity, both theoretical (no air resistance) and actual plots . Theywere then asked to determine its acceleration and from this calculate the drag coefficient of the ball. This problem required them to apply their knowledge of first and second derivatives to a real world typeproblem. Instead of being given analytic expressions for functions and taking derivatives, they had to utilize(simulated) data and use finite differences to approximate the derivatives. They also derived a theoreticalfunction for the flight of the ball (without air resistance) based on the ball's initial velocity as

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1996 Annual Conference

Authors

Herbert Hess

) anddiodes), contactors, an isolation transformer, and optoisolators. Many of these parts would be in stock inestablished schools; our school is but three years old. The project is quite flexible, with a wide range of options. For an initial project, the simple goal ofgetting the motor to turn safely may be sufficient. Ideas for subsequent projects are given in [35], as is amore complete report on an ASD design project completed at UI. Due to the wide range of disciplinesnecessary to complete the design, it makes a nice team project, one that generates a lot of excitement.Reference List To aid in preparation, a reference list is provided at the end of this paper. The first group includesmachines texts with a portion devoted to drives

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1996 Annual Conference

Authors

Joey K. Parker; Dale Schinstock

department head, Dr. Lee Harrisberger, for introducing him tothis topic and providing most of the initial materials for the hydraulics and logic control module.References 1. Nise, Norman C., Control Systems Engineering, 2nd ed. Benjamin/Cummings, Redwood City, CA, 1995 2. Sullivan, J. A., Fluid Power - Theory and Applications, Reston Publishing, Reston, VA, 1982. 3. Hedges, C.S., Industrial Fluid Power, Volume 1-3, Womack Educational Publications, Dallas, TX, 1984 Joey K. Parker is currently an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at The University ofAlabama, where his teaching responsibilities include control systems, instrumentation, and design. He received aB.S.M.E from Tennessee Technological University and a Ph.D. from

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1996 Annual Conference

Authors

Jennifer T. Ross

topics not addressed in the projects. Students are allowed to work alone, or in teams up tothree for these projects. Students selected from a list of projects or had the option to create their own. Eachproject involved physical layout, simulation, and background research. Each project included a final writtenreport and oral presentation. Projects that simulate successfully and are fully documented are submitted tofabrication. Students test the chips when they are returned. Students final projects can be recycled for nextyears “situations” so the instructor is not constantly creating new project chips. Some of the students projectsfrom the Fall 1995 semester at UOP are listed below. 1. A 16-bit microprocessor (three students) 2 A 4

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1997 Annual Conference

Authors

Mustafa Guvench

presentedand the procedure outlined in this paper were reliable and useful in addition to being simple andinexpensive, therefore, suitable for instructional use as well as research. Page 2.87.9 ....................... REFERENCES[1] Guvench, M.G., “USM Computer-Integrated- Electronics Laboratory,” Proc. of A.S.E.E., Vol.1, pp.337-340,1992.[2] Guvench, M.G., “Automated Measurement of Semi- conductor Device Characteristics For Computer AssistedElectronic Design,” Proc. of A.S.E.E. Conf., Vol.1, pp.671-675, 1993.[3] Johnson, D.A. and Thompson, M.G

Conference Session

Manufacturing Division Poster Session

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Xiaolin Chen, Washington State University, Vancouver; Dave Kim, Washington State University, Vancouver

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Manufacturing

AC 2009-513: IMPLEMENTING A DESIGN AND MANUFACTURING TRACK INA MECHANICAL ENGINEERING PROGRAMXiaolin Chen, Washington State University, Vancouver Dr. Xiaolin Chen is an Assistant Professor of School of Engineering and Computer Science at Washington State University Vancouver. She received her Ph.D. from the University of Cincinnati and her M.S. and B.S. from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China. Her teaching and research interests include computational mechanics, finite element and boundary element methods, advanced materials modeling & characterization, and manufacturing process simulation.Dave Kim, Washington State University, Vancouver Dr. Dave (Dae-Wook) Kim is an Assistant Professor

Conference Session

Capstone Design II

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John K. Estell, Ohio Northern University; Juliet Hurtig, Ohio Northern University

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Design in Engineering Education

AC 2009-136: A COMMON STANDARD FOR ALL: USING ABUSINESS-ORIENTED APPROACH TO CAPSTONE DESIGNJohn K. Estell, Ohio Northern University John K. Estell is Chair of the Electrical & Computer Engineering and Computer Science Department, and Professor of Computer Engineering and Computer Science, at Ohio Northern University. He received his doctorate from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His areas of research include simplifying the outcomes assessment process, first-year engineering instruction, and the pedagogical aspects of writing computer games. Dr. Estell is a Senior Member of IEEE, and a member of ACM, ASEE, Tau Beta Pi, Eta Kappa Nu, and Upsilon Pi Epsilon.Juliet

Conference Session

Learning about Power Systems and Power Consumption

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carl Spezia, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Ph.D. from SIUC in 1991 and 2002 respectively. He teaches courses in electric power and machinery, industrial automation, and electric circuits. His research interests include power systems economics, power markets, and electric energy management. Page 14.534.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Energy Management and Renewable Power Design Projects from a University Power GridAbstractProject-based learning is a recognized method for engaging students. Projects involvingindustrial power systems give students exposure to current methods and practices relevant

Conference Session

Programming for Engineering Students II

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

ansgar neuenhofer, California State Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo

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Computers in Education

number of openings are arbitrary providedwe can describe them by mathematical functions.1.0 IntroductionMATLAB1 is a software tool with powerful computational and graphics presentation capabilitieswidely used in education and research. It is valuable for teaching structural analysis, in particularmodern matrix procedures like the direct stiffness and finite element methods. The popularity ofMATLAB in teaching analysis in structural engineering is due to its ease of use through a varietyof built-in functions well suited for structural analysis and its powerful graphic capabilities.The author has taught structural analysis classes at California Polytechnic State University in SanLuis Obispo (Cal Poly) for many years and has used MATLAB in his