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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Randall S. Jones, Loyola University Maryland; Ann M. Ernst, Loyola University Maryland Physics ; Bahram Roughani, Loyola University Maryland

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Paper ID #27239Board 45: Physics Innovation and Entrepreneurship (PIE) Introduced intothe First-year Physics CourseDr. Randall S Jones, Loyola University Maryland Randall Jones is an associate professor in the Department of Physics at Loyola University Maryland. He obtained his PhD degree in theoretical condensed matter physics from Cornell University in 1983 and joined the faculty at Loyola University in 1991.Ann M Ernst, Loyola University Maryland Physics I am an Undergraduate Research Assistant studying Materials and Mechanical Engineering at Loyola Maryland.Dr. Bahram Roughani, Loyola University Maryland Bahram

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division Technical Session 3

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Angeles Dominguez, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Monterrey, Mexico and Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile; Genaro Zavala, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Monterrey, Mexico and Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile

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in Physics Engineering from Tecnologico de Monterrey and a doctoral degree in Mathe- matics Education from Syracuse University, NY. Dr. Dominguez is a member of the Researchers’ National System in Mexico (SNI-1) and has been a visiting researcher at Syracuse University, at UT-Austin and at Universidad Andres Bello. She teaches undergraduate courses in Mathematics, graduate courses in Education, and is a thesis advisor on the master and doctoral programs on education at the Tecnologico de Monterrey. Her main research areas are: faculty development, teaching methods, and gender issues in STEM education.Prof. Genaro Zavala, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Monterrey, Mexico and Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago,Chile

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division Technical Session 2

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bala Maheswaran, Northeastern University; Yifan Guo; Alejandro Hervella; Aleksei Pavlov; Minh Duc Dinh

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providesscientists and researchers with more valuable information about alternative energy, but is also capable ofeducating the everyday person about the basics of engineering and physics, as well as the importance ofrenewable resources from daily activities.Introduction plants, 22 percent which were from natural gas.Water is becoming more important and more Instead of using traditional ways to producevaluable in today’s society mainly because the electricity, scientists and engineers have beentotal amount of the water supply existing on Earth working hard for years to find an alternative wayhas been decreasing for decades. Daily use of to generate energy. Solar

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Your Best in 5 Minutes: Demonstrations of Hands-On and Virtual In-Class Teaching Aids

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Charles D. Facciolo, Daedalus Structural Engineering; Anahid Behrouzi, California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo

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Civil Engineering

shown in Figure 7. Via peak picking they can determine the naturalfrequency and using half-power bandwidth method they can calculate the damping ratio. Detailson this process can be found in the full research project report.14 Figure 7. Experimentally determined dynamic amplification curveAs a note, the University Consortium of Instructional Shake Tables (UCIST) has many moreshake table experiment teaching modules that utilize the Quanser Shake Table II to addressstructural dynamics concepts at the K-12, undergraduate, and graduate level. The modules,necessary equipment are described at the UCIST project webpage.17Multiple Degree of Freedom System: Rigid Diaphragm (Physical Model)One type of multiple degree of freedom (MDOF

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 4

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yan Wu, University of Wisconsin, Platteville; Anna Drazkowski

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- to nano-scale electrostatic actuation. Upon receiving her Ph.D., she worked as a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering in the University of Illinois, Urbana- Champaign, where she worked in multiple projects using scanning probe microscopy to study material properties. In 2009, Yan Wu joined the faculty of the Department of Engineering Physics at the University of Wisconsin, Platteville. From fall 2015 to summer 2016, Yan Wu completed one year of sabbatical as a visiting scholar in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at University of Wisconsin – Madison.Anna Drazkowski c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 Standard Based

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division Technical Session 2

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Genaro Zavala, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Monterrey, Mexico and Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile; Carlos Eduardo Martinez-Torteya, Tecnologico de Monterrey

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Adjunct Professor at the School of Engineering and Sciences at Tecno- logico de Monterrey, where he teaches undergraduate Physics ranging from freshmen courses to upper- level electives in Particle Physics and General Relativity. Carlos holds a B.Sc. in Physics Engineering from Tecnologico de Monterrey, and a M.A. in Physics from SUNY Stony Brook, where he focused in Theoretical Particle Physics. Currently, his research interests are in Physics Education. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019Students’ Abilities to Solve RC Circuits with Research-based EducationalStrategiesAbstractOne of the main research lines of Physics Education Research is students’ conceptualunderstanding. Since the

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division Technical Session 3

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mary Yvonne Lanzerotti, U.S. Military Academy; Kyle Wilhelm, United States Military Academy; William M. Meier, United States Military Academy; Krista Watts, United States Military Academy; Susan M. Lintelmann, United States Military Academy; Suzanne M. Christoff J.D., United States Military Academy

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Paper ID #26817Incorporating DOD Research and Historical Materials into a Second-semesterIntroductory Calculus-based Physics CourseDr. Mary Yvonne Lanzerotti, U.S. Military Academy Dr. Lanzerotti is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics and Nuclear Engineering at United States Military Academy (West Point, NY). She has conducted research presented at 2017 ASEE on learner-centered teaching techniques in her classes at Air Force Institute of Technology, where she was an Associate Professor of Computer Engineering. She has also held positions at IBM at the Thomas J. Watson Research Center, where she was

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division Technical Session 2

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Inci Ruzybayev, York College of Pennsylvania; Benjamin J. Zile; Scott F. Kiefer, York College of Pennsylvania; Taylor Schmidt

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Paper ID #26062Implementation of a Design Project in a Freshman Engineering Physics CourseDr. Inci Ruzybayev, York College of Pennsylvania Inci Ruzybayev is Assistant Professor in Engineering and Computer Science at York College of Pennsyl- vaniaBenjamin J. ZileDr. Scott F. Kiefer, York College of Pennsylvania Scott Kiefer has spent the past eighteen years teaching mechanical engineering at four institutions. As an exemplary teaching specialist in mechanical engineering at Michigan State University, Scott received the Withrow Award for Teaching Excellence, given to one faculty member in the College in Engineering for

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division Technical Session 3

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Teresa L. Larkin, American University

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. Journal of Engineering Education, 89(4), 481 - 495.[10] Larkin-Hein, T. (2001, January - August). Writing as a teaching and learning tool in SMET education. Journal of SMET Education: Innovations and Research, Vol. 2, Issue 2/3, 25 - 35.[11] Kalman, C. S. (2007). Successful science and engineering teaching in colleges and universities. Bolton, MA: Anker Publishing Company, Inc.[12] Larkin, T. L. (2013, January). The evolution of assessment within an introductory physics course. International Journal of Engineering Pedagogy (iJEP), Vol. 3, Special Issue 1, 39 - 48. Kassel University Press GmbH, Kassel, Germany. eISSN: 2192-4880. http://dx.doi.org/10.3991/ijep. v3iS1.2393.[13] McKeachie, W. J. (1994). Teaching

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division Technical Session 3

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Yukio Yoritomo, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Nicole Turnipseed, University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign; Maxx Joseph Villotti, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Aric Tate, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Kelly Searsmith, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Matthias Grosse Perdekamp, University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign; Paul Prior, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Julie L. Zilles, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

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Paper ID #26393A Tale of Two Rubrics: Realigning Genre Instruction through Improved Re-sponse Rubrics in a Writing-intensive Physics CourseJohn Yukio Yoritomo, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign John Yoritomo is a 6th year PhD candidate in the Physics Department at the University of Illinois Urbana- Champaign. His research focuses on diffuse field ultrasonics, with applications in non-destructive evalu- ation and seismology. He has been a teaching assistant for many writing-intensive undergraduate courses in the Physics Department. He is also a member of a team working to improve the writing instruction in the

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division Technical Session 2

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kanti Prasad, University of Massachusetts, Lowell

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Paper ID #25103Integration of Physics Fundamentals to Prepare Students for the Hi-TechWorld through Design of Filters Deployable in Mobile CommunicationDr. Kanti Prasad, University of Massachusetts, Lowell Dr. Kanti Prasad is a professor in the department of electrical and computer Engineering and is found- ing Director of Microelectronics/VLSI Technology Laboratories at the University Massachusetts Lowell. Professor Prasad initiated the Microelectronics/ VLSI program in 1984, and is teaching 16.469/16.502 VLSI Design and 16.470/504 VLSI Fabrication courses since its inception. From the spring of 1986 Pro- fessor Prasad

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ERM Technical Session 11: Leadership and Collaborations in Engineering

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gemma Henderson, University of Miami; Meagan R. Kendall, University of Texas, El Paso; Ines Basalo, University of Miami; Alexandra Coso Strong, Florida International University

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Paper ID #25541Co-Designed Research Agenda to Foster Educational Innovation Efforts WithinUndergraduate Engineering at HSIsGemma Henderson, University of Miami Gemma Henderson is a Senior Instructional Designer for the LIFE (Learning, Innovation and Faculty Engagement) team in Academic Technologies at the University of Miami, Coral Gables. Gemma partners with faculty members, academic units, and other university stakeholders to create and assess innovative, effective, and meaningful learning experiences, through learner-centered pedagogies, differentiated teach- ing, and emerging educational technologies. She has

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Mechanics Division Technical Session 6

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ashraf Badir P.E., Florida Gulf Coast University; Jiehong Liao, Florida Gulf Coast University; Galen I. Papkov, Florida Gulf Coast University; Robert O'Neill P.E., Florida Gulf Coast University

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. In addition to the scholarship of teaching and learning, her research interests and collaborations are in the areas of biomaterials, cellular mechanotransduction, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine.Dr. Galen I. Papkov, Florida Gulf Coast University Dr. Galen I. Papkov is the Interim Associate Director of the Honors College and an Associate Professor of Statistics in the Department of Mathematics at Florida Gulf Coast University. He received his Ph.D. in Statistics from Rice University in 2008, an M.S. in Applied Mathematics from CUNY Hunter College in 2002, and a B.S. in Mathematics and Psychology from SUNY College at Geneseo in 1998. Prior to entering academia, Dr. Papkov was an actuarial analyst in

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division Technical Session 1

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Huseyin Sarper P.E., Old Dominion University; Drew Landman, Old Dominion University; Nebojsa I. Jaksic, Colorado State University, Pueblo; Ben J. Stuart P.E., Old Dominion University; Joseph Tyler Zongolowicz, NAVAIR; Linda Vahala, Old Dominion University

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Kolb Learning Cycle and the 4MAT System in Engineering Education,” Journal of Engineering Education, Vol. 82, April 1993, pp. 70-77. 6. Harb, J. N., Terry, R. E., Hurt, P. K., and Williamson, K. J., Teaching Through the Cycle: Application of Learning Style Theory to Engineering Education at Brigham Young University, 2nd Edition, Brigham Young University Press, 1995. 7. Boyer, L., et al., “Innovative Rocket Model Project for Sophomore Aerospace Engineering Students”, Paper 1922, Proceedings of National ASEE Conference, 2007. 8. Brubaker, M., “Measuring the Thrust of a Model Rocket”, Physics Teacher, 12, 488-491.9. Dooling, T. A., “An Eight-Parameter Function for Simulating Model rocket Engine Thrust Curves

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Mechanical Engineering Division Technical Session 9

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kamau Wright, University of Hartford; Ivana Milanovic, University of Hartford; C. Cy Yavuzturk, University of Hartford

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Paper ID #27102Testing Prerequisite Knowledge of Thermodynamics during a Thermody-namics II CourseDr. Kamau Wright, University of Hartford Kamau Wright is an assistant professor of mechanical engineering at the University of Hartford. He spe- cializes in thermo-fluids and plasma engineering. His technical research interests include applications of high voltage plasma discharges to liquids and wastewaters; plasma decomposition of carbon dioxide; foul- ing prevention and mitigation for heat exchangers; oxidation of organic matter in water; and inactivation of bacteria using high voltage plasmas.Dr. Ivana Milanovic

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CEED Technical Session II: Developing Research and Design Skills Through Experiential Learning

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jeremy Straub, North Dakota State University

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Cooperative and Experiential Education

- tions. Straub’s research spans the gauntlet between technology, commercialization and technology policy. In particular, his research has recently focused on cybersecurity topics including intrusion detection and forensics, robotic command and control, aerospace command and 3D printing quality assurance. Straub is a member of Sigma Xi, the AAAS, the AIAA and several other technical societies, he has also served as a track or session chair for numerous conferences. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 Experiential Research Education: A Report on the First Year of a NSF-sponsored Cyber-physical System Cybersecurity Research Experience for Undergraduates

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division Technical Session 2

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Itzel H. Armenta, Tecnologico de Monterrey; Jorge Eugenio de la Garza Becerra, Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM); Angeles Dominguez, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Monterrey, Mexico and Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile

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(ITESM) Jorge de la Garza is a Lecturer of the Physics Department within the School of Engineering at the Tec- nologico de Monterrey, Monterrey, Mexico. He holds a bachelor degree in Physics Engineering and a doctoral degree in Education both from Tecnologico de Monterrey. Dr. de la Garza has been recognized by the government as a member of the Researchers’ National System in Mexico (SNI). He also actively participates in the different initiatives of the University mainly those related to interdisciplinary approach of teaching and learning, looking to close the gap between how knowledge is created and how students learn. His main research areas are a) models and modeling, b) learning environments and c) problem

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division Technical Session 1

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert A. Ross, University of Detroit Mercy

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Paper ID #25138Assessment of Quantum Mechanical ConceptsDr. Robert A. Ross, University of Detroit Mercy Robert A. Ross is a Professor of Physics in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at the University of Detroit Mercy. His research interests include semiconductor devices and physics pedagogy. Ross received his B.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Physics from Wayne State University in Detroit. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 Assessment of Quantum Mechanical ConceptsAbstractDetroit Mercy offers a comprehensive engineering program with degrees in mechanical, civil

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M1A: WIP - Learning experiences 1

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2019 FYEE Conference

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Jennifer Mullin, UC Davis

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Diversity, FYEE Conference - Paper Submission

Paper ID #28083Physical Computing Design Project to Promote Equity and Community in anIntroductory Engineering CourseDr. Jennifer Mullin, UC Davis Jennifer S. Mullin is a faculty member in the Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering at UC Davis. 2019 FYEE Conference : Penn State University , Pennsylvania Jul 28 WIP Paper: Physical Computing Design Project to Promote Equity and Community in an Introductory Engineering CoursePrior to matriculation, first year engineering students at UC Davis, a large public university,declare majors in one of the eight academic departments offering

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division Technical Session 2

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michael Daugherity, Abilene Christian University

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Paper ID #26661Introducing Programming and Problem Solving with Arduino-based Labo-ratoriesDr. Michael Daugherity, Abilene Christian University Dr. Michael Daugherity is an Associate Professor of Engineering and Physics at Abilene Christian Uni- versity in Abilene, Texas. He received his PhD in Nuclear Physics from the University of Texas at Austin. His primary research focuses on nuclear physics experiments at the Brookhaven National Lab and Fermi National Accelerator Lab atom smashers performing data analysis and building radiation detectors. In- cluding undergraduate students in research is a major emphasis at ACU’s

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division Technical Session 1

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Guenter Bischof, Joanneum University of Applied Sciences; Markus Klatzer, Joanneum University of Applied Sciences; Clemens Müller, Joanneum University of Applied Sciences; Daniel Reifer, Joanneum University of Applied Sciences; Christian J. Steinmann

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Paper ID #25470Investigation of the Transition from Order to Chaos by a Numerical Simula-tion of Pohl’s Wheel ¨Dr. Gunter Bischof, Joanneum University of Applied Sciences Throughout his career, Dr. G¨unter Bischof has combined his interest in science and engineering applica- tion. He studied physics at the University of Vienna, Austria, and acquired industry experience as devel- opment engineer at Siemens Corporation. Currently he is an associate professor at Joanneum University of Applied Sciences and teaches engineering and applied mathematics.Markus Klatzer, Joanneum University of Applied Sciences Markus Klatzer

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Pre-College Engineering Education in the Formal Classroom

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Meera N.K. Singh, University of Calgary; Qiao Sun, University of Calgary

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suggest that traditional teaching methods may benefit from tools that address thelearning needs of and engage the active and global learners.The non-traditional game based PBL was delivered in the five classrooms over a span of 3-4weeks where 7 sessions were devoted strictly to the project. Students were tasked with designinga board game that aimed to teach game players about concepts associated with simple machines.The observing researcher, students, and teachers, agreed that the project was successful inengaging the learners in content application and other softer skills. It was also concluded that theproject nicely supported active and global learners, who had shown a relative disinterest inscience, physics and engineering in the pre-PBL

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Non-Traditional Doctoral Programs

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kathryne Newton, Purdue Polytechnic Institute; Mitchell L. Springer PMP, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Purdue University-Main Campus, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Michael J. Dyrenfurth, Purdue University-Main Campus, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Linda L. Naimi, Purdue University-Main Campus, West Lafayette (College of Engineering)

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Paper ID #26030The Professional Doctorate in Technology Leadership, Research & Innova-tionDr. Kathryne Newton, Purdue Polytechnic Institute Dr. Kathy Newton is an Associate Dean of Graduate Programs and Faculty Success for the Purdue Poly- technic Institute at Purdue University. She is a Professor of Supply Chain Management Technology in the School of Engineering Technology. Her teaching and scholarly interests are in the areas of supply chain management, quality control, and graduate education. She served as Department Head of Industrial Technology from 2007 to 2010. Prior to her appointment at Purdue University in

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T1B: Developing foundations in Science

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2019 FYEE Conference

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Bradley A. Striebig, James Madison University; Robert J Prins, James Madison University

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FYEE Conference - Paper Submission

Paper ID #27967Combining basic tool training and an introduction to physical sciences forfreshmen engineering studentsDr. Bradley A. Striebig, James Madison University Dr. Striebig is a founding faculty member and first full professor in the Department of Engineering at James Madison University. Dr. Striebig came to the JMU School of from Gonzaga University where he developed the WATER program in cooperation with other faculty members. Dr. Striebig is also the former Head of the Environmental Technology Group at Penn State’s Applied Research Laboratory. In addition to Dr’ Striebig’s engineering work, he is also a published

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division Technical Session 3

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yumin Zhang, Southeast Missouri State University; David K. Probst P.E., Southeast Missouri State University

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Paper ID #25139Pilot Hole Approach with Partially Flipped ClassroomProf. Yumin Zhang, Southeast Missouri State University Yumin Zhang is a professor in the Department of Engineering and Technology, Southeast Missouri State University. His research interests include semiconductor devices, electronic circuits, neural networks, and engineering education.Dr. David K. Probst P.E., Southeast Missouri State University David Probst is a professor in the Engineering and Technology Department at Southeast Missouri State University. He previously served as chair of the Physics and Engineering Physics Department for 18 years

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division Technical Session 1

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Amy Fritz, Stanford University ; Carl E. Wieman, Stanford University

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problem-solvingprocesses in depth. From this, we were able to refine the optics black box problem for increasedclarity, gauge students’ strengths and weaknesses on the problem-solving decisions, anddetermine which decisions differentiate students. The struggle students had with this opticsproblem highlights current deficiencies in the standard learning environment and highlights areasof problem-solving where teaching might be improved.We are not the only ones to attempt to measure problem-solving skills in the context of physicsand engineering. Jonassen spent many years investigating the role of problem-solving inengineering design [3]. Novice-expert comparisons of problem solving have been carried out byChi et al. in the context of physics and

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Mechanical Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Eleazar Marquez, Rice University; Samuel Garcia Jr., Texas State University; Samuel Molina, Rice University

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Paper ID #24780Implementation of Visual Supplements to Strengthen Pedagogical Practicesand Enhance the Physical Understanding of Fundamental Concepts in Engi-neering MechanicsDr. Eleazar Marquez, Rice University Eleazar Marquez is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Rice University.Dr. Samuel Garcia Jr., Texas State University Dr. Samuel Garc´ıa Jr. currently serves as Educator Professional Development Specialist at the Jet Propul- sion Laboratory in Pasadena, CA and is an Assistant Professor of Practice for the LBJ Institute for Edu- cation and Research at Texas State

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SED Technical Session: Instructional Experiences

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Giulia Palma, University of Alabama in Huntsville; Bryan Mesmer, The University of Alabama in Huntsville; Amy Guerin, University of Alabama in Huntsville

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Paper ID #27349Relating Theater and Systems Engineering: Experiences of a Systems Engi-neer in Theater CoursesGiulia Palma, University of Alabama in Huntsville Giulia Palma is a PhD student at the university of Alabama in Huntsville in the systems engineering program. Some of Her research interests include analyzing case studies using storytelling metrics and developing methods to use theatre as a surrogate for complex systems.Dr. Bryan Mesmer, The University of Alabama in Huntsville Dr. Bryan Mesmer is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering and Engineering Management at the University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Design II

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Chris A. O'Riordan-Adjah, Principia College

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following purposes: ● To engage undergraduate students in the research process ● To demonstrate how what they are studying, and learning can be put to practical use ● To teach the students the value of their chosen field and how it benefits society ● To evaluate the structural integrity of Maybeck Chapel, an historically significant structure that has been a campus focal point for 85 yearsThe work was performed by four undergraduate students representing each of the majorengineering disciplines. One was a sophomore majoring in chemical engineering, and the otherthree were juniors: one in civil engineering, one in mechanical, and one in combinedarchitectural and industrial, but leaning toward industrial. The project team was

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Research, Innovation and Careers

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carl Whitesel, South Mountain Community College; Nicholas Langhoff, Skyline College; Marco Wehrfritz, Skyline Community College

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Physics from the University of Bonn in 2004 and 2009, respectively, and worked from 2009 to 2015 as a research associate and consultant of nuclear safety for the German in- dependent expert and consulting organization (GRS) of the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Building and Nuclear Safety (BMUB). In 2016 he joined the Skyline Community College, where he teaches Physics as an adjunct faculty and implemented and is running the Fabrication Lab as its main lab technician. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 Community College Innovation Centers – Lessons Learned from Current Works in ProgressAbstractSome argue that the