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ChE: Innovation in Existing Courses

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Barry Barkel, University of Michigan; Peter Woolf, University of Michigan

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Chemical Engineering

. Students werealso given an assignment where Matlab was used to simulate a process controller. Page 11.1026.7 BLOWER N2 C A B CW 1) Please position the sensors and control devices in this system 2) Please write the control logic for this batch reaction A + B --> C + ABC-CBA Reaction is exothermic It goes to 100% completion A

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ChE: Curriculum Reform & Assessment

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jeffrey Froyd; Jean Layne, Texas A&M University; Lale Yurttas, Texas A&M University; David Ford, Texas A&M University

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Chemical Engineering

- Assigned homework and test problems a.2 Demonstrate application - Self-assessment instruments for critical concepts. (Bloom’s Taxonomy, Level 3) of - Assigned homework and lab test problems extended conceptual framework in diverse physical settings, including different length and time scales. a.3 Demonstrate connections - Concept maps across extended conceptual framework a.4 Demonstrate modeling using - Assigned problems in statistical mechanics and molecular modeling stochastic processes Desired Outcome b) Apply ChE fundamental ideas to emerging application areas b.1 Demonstrate application of - Assigned problems that demonstrate limits of traditional models conceptual framework to - Assigned problems that incorporate nanoscale

Conference Session

ChE: Innovation in the Laboratory

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Brian Lefebvre, Rowan University

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Chemical Engineering

2006-2521: A CONSTRUCTIVIST EXPERIMENT IN PARTICLE SETTLING ANDCENTRIFUGATIONBrian Lefebvre, Rowan University Brian G. Lefebvre is an Assistant Professor of Chemical Engineering at Rowan University. He received his B.Ch.E. from the University of Minnesota in 1997 and his Ph.D. from the University of Delaware in 2002. Prior to joining Rowan, he performed postdoctoral research in protein structural biology at the University of Pennsylvania. His primary teaching interest is integrating biochemical and biomolecular engineering in the engineering curriculum. Page 11.35.1© American Society for

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ChE: Innovation in Existing Courses

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Richard Zollars, Washington State University; Jim Henry, University of Tennessee-Chattanooga

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Chemical Engineering

Page 11.872.4three modules, as shown in the table below.Table 1: Distribution of Activities Performance Test Group Step Test Request Step Test Performed Performed A Paint Spray Booth Aerator Mixer Filter Wash B Filter Wash Paint Spray Booth Aerator Mixer C Aerator Mixer Filter Wash Paint Spray BoothAn example of one of the memos generated by the students is shown in Figure 3. Thus astudent in Group A would write a request for a step test appropriate for the Paint SprayBooth module. This memo would be sent to a student in Group B, who would

Conference Session

ChE: Experimental Design & Error Analysis

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Milo Koretsky, Oregon State University; Shoichi Kimura, Oregon State University; Connelly Barnes, Oregon State University; Danielle Amatore, Oregon State University; Derek Meyers-Graham, Oregon State University

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Chemical Engineering

Gas in Page 11.621.6 Figure 2. Schematic diagram of typical CVD reactor a bFigure 3. Screen shots of the Virtual CVD 3D graphical user interface a) CVD reactor bay in the virtual fab, b) wafers being loaded into a CVD furnaceTo grow Si3N4 thin films using the Virtual CVD reactor, the student must typically specify 9operating parameters. The reactor input screen is shown in Figure 4. The different temperaturezones in the reactor (5 zones by default) can be independently controlled. In addition, the flowrates of ammonia and dichlorosilane feed gases, the reactor

Conference Session

ChE: Departmental Issues and Integrating Freshmen into the ChE Program

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Charles Coronella, University of Nevada-Reno

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Chemical Engineering

assigned. Each of these three 12. Repeat steps 9, 10, & 11 until completethemes were discussed repeatedly in class 13. Documentation- Without talking to you,throughout the duration of the assignment. how can someone: (a) use your innovation; Page 11.1041.4 (b) build another one? On the first day of class, students were Table 4 Project assignmentsgiven a survey to complete (Figure 1). Theanswers were used to form ten groups of four 1. What is a swamp cooler? How doesstudents apiece. There were several criteria for it work?forming groups

Conference Session

ChE: Departmental Issues and Integrating Freshmen into the ChE Program

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Pedro Arce, Tennessee Technological University; Donald Visco, Tennessee Technological University

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Chemical Engineering

temperature as a function of time. From this information, theytested various scaling laws until they arrived at the one that seemed to work the best. A largegroup share was conducted during the last ten minutes of class to discuss the various results fromeach group. Note that three professors and a graduate student were used during this class toprovide guidance and general coaching directions, where required, to each group.Class 3: Why Am I Taking the Classes I am Taking / Math DayThe first part of this class was devoted to answering the generic question “Why do I have to take to become a chemical engineer?” At the beginning of class, the motivating questionwas asked, “I want to make chemical C by mixing chemical A and B. All I need to worry about

Conference Session

ChE: Poster Session

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Keith Lodge, University of Minnesota-Duluth

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Chemical Engineering

MathCad. b. to demonstrate how properties, such as offset in proportional-only control (P control) and the removal of offset with the inclusion of integral control (PI) control, carry over to processes higher than first order. (With MathCad, I also demonstrate the solution of 3 simultaneous first-order differential equations as in the treatment of an actuator, process and sensor model applied to a CST thermal mixing tank –see example 3.1 of “Chemical Process Control”1.)4. Modeling of dynamical systems was restricted to lumped systems.5. The number of demonstrations that were held in the classroom was reduced; demonstrations are held at the start of a lab session

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ChE: Innovation in Existing Courses

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Silverstein, University of Kentucky

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Chemical Engineering

2006-746: ADDRESSING HOMELAND SECURITY IN A PROCESS SAFETYCOURSEDavid Silverstein, University of Kentucky David L. Silverstein is currently an Associate Professor of Chemical and Materials Engineering at the University of Kentucky College of Engineering Extended Campus Programs in Paducah. He received his B.S.Ch.E. from the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Alabama; his M.S. and Ph.D in Chemical Engineering from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee; and has been a registered P.E. since 2002. He has over twenty years experience in microcomputer programming. Silverstein is the 2004 recipient of the William H. Corcoran Award for the most outstanding paper published in

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ChE: Outreach Programs

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Laura Ford, University of Tulsa; Christi Patton Luks, University of Tulsa

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Chemical Engineering

2006-294: A CHEMICAL ENGINEERING COMPETITION FOR MIDDLE ANDHIGH SCHOOL STUDENTSLaura Ford, University of Tulsa Dr. Laura Ford is an Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Tulsa. She earned chemical engineering degrees from Oklahoma State University (BS) and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (MS and PhD). Her research is in dry etching of metals and metal alloys.Christi Patton Luks, University of Tulsa Dr. Christi Patton Luks is Applied Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at The University of Tulsa. She received her B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Texas A and M University and her M.S. in Applied Mathematics and her Ph.D. in Chemical

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ChE: Innovation to Improve Student Learning

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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C. Stewart Slater, Rowan University; Mariano Savelski, Rowan University; Robert Hesketh, Rowan University

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Chemical Engineering

., Bagajewicz M., Dericks B. and Savelski M. J., "On Zero Water Discharge Solutions in the Process Industry", J of Environmental Sustainability, vol. 2, no. 2, 2004.13 Savelski M. J. and Bagajewicz M., "On the Necessary Conditions of Optimality of Water Utilization Systems in Process Plants with Multiple Contaminants", Chemical Engineering Science, 58, no. 23-24, 2003.14 Koppol A., Bagajewicz M., Dericks B., and Savelski M. J., "On Zero Water Discharge Solutions in The Process Industry", Advance in Environmental Research, vol. 8, no. 2, 2003.15 Bagajewicz M, Rodera H., and Savelski M. J., "Energy Efficient Water Utilization Systems in Process Plants", Computers & Chemical Engineering, vol. 26, no. 1, 2002.16 Rodera H., Savelski M. J., and

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ChE: Departmental Issues and Integrating Freshmen into the ChE Program

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Deborah Follman, Purdue University; George Bodner, Purdue University; Mica Hutchison, Purdue University

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Chemical Engineering

. Zeldin, A. L. Sources and Effects of the Self-Efficacy Beliefs of Men with Careers in Mathematics, Science,and Technology. Thesis in Educational Studies; Emory University, 2000.18. Zeldin, A. L. and F. Pajares, "Against the Odds: Self-Efficacy Beliefs of Women in Mathematical, Scientific,and Technological Careers," American Educational Research Journal, vol. 37, no. 1, 2000, pp. 215-246.19. Bodner, G. M., "Twenty years of learning how to do research in chemical education," Journal of ChemicalEducation, vol. 81, no. 5, 2004, pp. 618-628.20. Marton, F. Phenomenography. In The International Encyclopedia of Education; 2nd ed.; T. Husen and T. N.Postlethwaite, Eds.; Pergamon: Oxford, 1994; Vol. 8; pp 4424-4429.21. Follman, D. K., H. Patrick and B

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ChE: Outreach Programs

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sundararajan Madihally, Oklahoma State University; Eric Maase, Oklahoma State University

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Chemical Engineering

two-phase flow pipe assembly was shown. Ademonstration running a two-phase flow of water and air was conducted, including discussion ofthe utility of computer interfaces and control valves. Students liked the demonstrations andasked a number of questions regarding the computer interface.6. Oral presentations After a lunch break, during which experiments continued, the students returned toconclude their experiments. Each group was asked to present the experimental observations/outcomes as a team. They were provided 10 minutes of preparation time. During this recess,they were also told that a) the presentation should be a group effort, b) all members should berespectful to other group members, and c) the audience should ask questions

Conference Session

ChE: Experimental Design & Error Analysis

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Stephanie Farrell, Rowan University

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Chemical Engineering

activity; we would haveno way to enforce this, but so far no student has opted to use the alternative data.)Table 5. Measurement of body weight using two different scales.Scale Instrument Mean Mass (lb) Standard SDOM (lb) Uncertainty (lb) Deviation (lb)Scale A 2 oz 149.5 0.07 0.04Scale B 2 oz 153.7 0.07 0.04After noting the least count of each scale (4 oz.) and estimating the instrument limit of error (+/-2 oz.), students make ten successive weight measurements on each scale. They calculate themean, standard deviation, and standard deviation of the mean of each data set as shown in Table5

Conference Session

ChE: Innovation in Existing Courses

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Paul Golter, Washington State University; Bernard Van Wie, Washington State University; Jonathan Windsor, Washington State University; Gary Held, Washington State University

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Chemical Engineering

2006-1886: PRACTICAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR MINIATURIZED HANDS-ONLEARNING STATIONSPaul Golter, Washington State UniversityBernard Van Wie, Washington State UniversityJonathan Windsor, Washington State UniversityGary Held, Washington State University Page 11.1004.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2006 Practical Considerations for Miniaturized Hands-on Learning StationsAbstract: Believing student learning in technical courses is enhanced when using a workingmodel of a system during class, we are left wondering how to do that. Most commerciallyavailable equipment is relatively expensive, and at the smallest, is scaled for the

Conference Session

ChE: Innovation to Improve Student Learning

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jason Keith, Michigan Technological University; Michael Miller, Michigan Technological University; Kirk Opella, Michigan Technological University; Julia King, Michigan Technological University; Jay Meldrum, Michigan Technological University; Chris Green, Michigan Technological University; Geoff Gwaltney, Michigan Technological University; Scott Bradley, Michigan Technological University

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Chemical Engineering

2006-191: ENGINEERING EDUCATION IN ALTERNATIVE ENERGYJason Keith, Michigan Technological University Jason Keith is an Assistant Professor of Chemical Engineering at Michigan Technological University. His research and teaching interests are in heat and mass transfer, reaction engineering, and alternative energy through the AFE enterprise.Michael Miller, Michigan Technological University Michael Miller is a PhD student in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Michigan Technological University. His research interest is in heat transfer in polymer composites.Kirk Opella, Michigan Technological University Michael Miller is a MS student in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Michigan

Conference Session

ChE: Departmental Issues and Integrating Freshmen into the ChE Program

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Silverstein, University of Kentucky; Daina Briedis, Michigan State University; Kevin Dahm, Rowan University; Richard Zollars, Washington State University

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Chemical Engineering

2006-753: INTRODUCING AN ONLINE COMMUNITY FOR CHEMICALENGINEERING EDUCATORSDavid Silverstein, University of Kentucky DAVID L. SILVERSTEIN is currently an Associate Professor of Chemical and Materials Engineering at the University of Kentucky College of Engineering Extended Campus Programs in Paducah. He received his B.S.Ch.E. from the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Alabama; his M.S. and Ph.D in Chemical Engineering from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee; and has been a registered P.E. since 2002. He has over twenty years experience in microcomputer programming. Silverstein is the 2004 recipient of the William H. Corcoran Award for the most outstanding paper

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ChE: Innovation in the Laboratory

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Edgar Clausen, University of Arkansas; William Penney, University of Arkansas

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Chemical Engineering

2006-1488: LABORATORY DEMONSTRATIONS/EXPERIMENTS IN FREE ANDFORCED CONVECTION HEAT TRANSFEREdgar Clausen, University of Arkansas EDGAR C. CLAUSEN Dr. Clausen currently serves as Adam Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Arkansas. His research interests include bioprocess engineering (fermentations, kinetics, reactor design, bioseparations, process scale-up and design), gas phase fermentations, and the production of energy and chemicals from biomass and waste. Dr. Clausen is a registered professional engineer in the state of Arkansas.William Penney, University of Arkansas W. ROY PENNEY Dr. Penney currently serves as Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University

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ChE: Curriculum Reform & Assessment

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Richard Turton, West Virginia University; Joseph Shaeiwitz, West Virginia University

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Chemical Engineering

2006-369: THE CHANGING CHE CURRICULUM – HOW MUCH CHANGE ISAPPROPRIATE?Joseph Shaeiwitz, West Virginia University Joseph A. Shaeiwitz received his B.S. degree from the University of Delaware and his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from Carnegie Mellon University. His professional interests are in design, design education, and outcomes assessment. Joe is an associate editor of the Journal of Engineering Education, and he is a co-author of the text Analysis, Synthesis, and Design of Chemical Processes (2nd ed.), published by Prentice Hall in 2003.Richard Turton, West Virginia University Richard Turton received his B.S. degree from the University of Nottingham and his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from