Conference Session

A Technology Potpourri II

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Barbara Christe, Indiana University-Purdue University of Indianapolis; Joe Tabas, Indiana University-Purdue University of Indianapolis

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Engineering Technology

work in healthcare seems critical to thesuccessful deployment of educational content. Money Magazine named this profession as one ofthe top five professions no one has heard of [5]. Interestingly, every hospital engagesengineering technicians who maintain medical devices, with many actively involved in the lifecycle management of this equipment. The threat of medical device vulnerability to hackers isespecially concerning since the patient/equipment interface, if compromised, can cause harm orwithhold vital therapies.The ability for the HETM program director to adequately convey the need for this specializedacademic credential was greatly lacking as evidenced by the confusion and concern at variouslevels and areas. In reflection, several

Conference Session

ET Pedagogy II

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Carmen Cioc, University of Toledo; John B. Napp, University of Toledo; Sorin Cioc, University of Toledo; Noela A. Haughton

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

, content C, Dand E). 1. IntroductionThe foundation of effective professional preparation requires mastery of foundational contentand core knowledge areas. Professional preparation in engineering has been moving to acollaborative model with multiple socio-technological dimensions, as part of learning to solveengineering problems cooperatively (Dym, Wesner, and Winner 2003). One way to increase thestudents’ content knowledge and to prepare them for the workforce is blending students’information literacy with project-based learning (PBL) using real world examples.Information LiteracyThe American Library Association (2015) defines information literacy as a set of integratedabilities encompassing the reflective discovery of information, the

Conference Session

Capstone/ET Projects I: Electrical and Computer Focus

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

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

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Engineering Technology

learning outcomes. VR is a feasiblesolution to personalized learning. The students can use the system to control the learning process,such as spending more time on the topics where they can study at their own pace, practice as muchas needed, and reflect more to get the most of the training. 4) Cost reductionVR training may reduce costs on upgrading facilities and eliminate costs associated with travel.Most of the technology-related subjects, such as electronics, mechanics, hydraulic systems, labsare essential for demonstrating the system functions and providing practical experience of thetechnology fundamentals. However, the training machines and pieces of equipment that are foreducation purposes take large capital to purchase, maintain, and

Conference Session

STEM Issues in ET II

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Anne M. Lucietto, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Meher Rusi Taleyarkhan, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Natalie Hobson, Sonoma State University; Therese M. Azevedo, Sonoma State University

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

anxiety. These studies on avoidance, primarily focused onpre-service teachers [12] and middle school students [13]. Predictors were used during thesestudies, such as the math anxiety scale, of which the results helped to see if any of the copingskills observed were a predictor of math avoidance [4]. While these coping skills are generallyobserved behaviors, the choice of student major may also be an indicator reflecting the use ofavoidance of math.Technical Degrees Pursued Despite Math Anxiety. Students experiencing math anxiety areoften known to choose non-STEM majors or avoid math courses as much as possible [4].However, the student population observed in this study consists of primarily engineeringtechnology majors at a large university. Many

Conference Session

Focus on ETAC Accreditation

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Barbara L. Christe, State University of New York; Scott C. Dunning, University of Maine

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Engineering Technology

program transcripts with careful focus on pre-requisiteenforcement. Thus, once transcript protocols are established, review the documentation fromeach graduate prior to submission to the accreditation evaluators to determine if waiverpaperwork exists, should pre-requisites be waived for some reason. Consider offering writtenexplanations that describe a campus policy change, for example, or other situations that mayraise concern regarding course sequencing. Written clarifications, copies of transfer agreements,and other exception documentation should be included with transcripts.Program evaluators will benefit from as much documentation as reasonable to support theacademic path reflected on the transcript. Thus, include the curriculum utilized by

Conference Session

A Technology Potpourri I

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Jesus A. Gonzalez-Rodriguez, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Immanuel Edinbarough P.E., University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Adriana Rios Santiago, Texas Southmost College; Anabel Pineda-Briseño, Tecnologico Nacional de Mexico / Instituto Tecnologico de Matamoros

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

- Annual Conference of Australasian Association forEngineering Education (pp. 1-7). Auckland, NZ: Australasian Association for Engineering Education.6. Kelly, Patricia (2006) Towards Globo Sapiens : using reflective journals to prepare engineering studentsable to engage with sustainable futures. PhD thesis, Queensland University of Technology.7. Immanuel A. Edinbarough, Adriana Olvera, “Process Automation in Smart Environments: Intelligent ClosetPrototype”, Proceedings of the 2018 American Society for Engineering Education Conference for Industry &Education Collaboration, Feb. 7-9, 2018, San Antonio Texas.8. Lake, Danielle (2012) Sustainability as a core issue in diversity and critical thinking education, in Bartels,K.A. Parker, K.A, (2012

Conference Session

Non-Technical Skills in ET

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas Nicholas, University of North Carolina-Charlotte; Anthony Brizendine, University of North Carolina-Charlotte; Ted Stilgenbauer, Fairmont State University

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Engineering Technology

of Pedestrian Bridge Page 12.379.10Figure 6. Construction Plans – Detail Sheet for the Pedestrian Bridge Page 12.379.11Bibliography 1. Green, Matthew G., et., al., “Service Learning Approaches to International Humanitarian Design Projects: A Model Based on Experiences of Faith Based Institutions,” ASEE Annual Conference Proceedings, 2004. 2. Brackin, P. and Gibson, J.D., “Service Learning in Capstone Design Projects: Emphasizing Reflection,” ASEE Annual Conference Proceedings, 2004. 3. Marin, J.A., J. E. Armstrong, Jr., and J.L. Kays, “A Framework for an Optimal Engineering Capstone

Conference Session

Manufacturing Capstone and Design Projects

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Rajadas, Arizona State University; Bradley Rogers, Arizona State University

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Engineering Technology

Figure 5 below. The 7flow pattern around the wing can be seen. Also the surface pressure tubes can be seen in theforeground. Figure 5. Two-dimensional wing: flow field evaluationConclusionsThis tunnel and its support facilities like the instrumentation systems reflect positively on thehands-on type of education the students receive in the MMET Department at ASU Polytechnic.In addition to playing a vital and central role in delivering a meaningful engineering technologyprogram, the tunnel is also an asset for conducting graduate thesis work as well as fundedapplied projects that are of immediate utility to the industry in general.References1. Introduction to Flight, Anderson

Conference Session

Manufacturing Engineering Technology Curriculum

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Immanuel Edinbarough, The University of Texas at Brownsville; Yazmin Muniz, The University of Texas at Brownsville

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Engineering Technology

printer consists of cleaning the prototypewith compressed air in an enclosed chamber to remove the extra material that the machineleaves behind and applying sealant to enhance hardness and durability of the part (Figure 7).How to choose the best material and process for rapid manufacturing application?The material and process are chosen to reflect the best blend of the desired cost, quality, materialcharacteristics and timing. The material used to fabricate the mold is room temperaturevulcanizing (RTV) urethane which cures without using oven heating. RTV silicone molding is awell-recognized rapid tooling method for producing small quantities of production-likeprototypes of plastic molded parts.3,8 This provides short mold lead times coupled

Conference Session

Industry and Engineering Technology Partnerships

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joseph Fuehne, Purdue University-Columbus

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Engineering Technology

early December. A sample practice exam similar to past CCTexams is given to the class by the author usually a week or two prior to the official exam. Theexam is approximately the same number of questions as the CCT exam and students are given 4hours to complete the exam. Although this exam is graded and returned to the students, it hasonly a minor connection to the final grade. Those students who are preparing for the CCT examare understandably motivated and usually perform quite well on the practice exam. Thosestudents taking the class for college credit have not been motivated to perform well on thepractice exam and their scores reflect this lack of motivation. In future offerings of the class,those students taking the class for MET credit

Conference Session

Curriculum Development in Mechanical Engineering Technology

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Christopher Tomasi, Alfred State College

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Engineering Technology

was not being exhibited in the class then the students would be treatedas children and not adults. This lack of professionalism resulted in the professordelivering the following ultimatum, “any further incidents will result in the student beingdropped from the class by the professor”. To further illustrate the seriousness of thistransgression, a writing assignment was assigned where the students were required tointerview a human resource director to determine how “the real world” would handle thissituation. The paper required the students to focus and reflect on what would happen inindustry if a verbal disagreement resulted in a physical altercation.Of the six assignments handed out during the course of the semester, it was the last onethat

Conference Session

ET Leadership, Administration, and Articulation

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Vladimir Genis, Drexel University; Gerry Marekova, Drexel University

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Engineering Technology

colleges presented advertisement materials to attractstudents to their educational programs. In the past three years, Goodwin College has participatedin this event by distributing AET fact sheets to students interested in pursuing their careers inapplied engineering technology. These efforts will continue in the future.AET program’s curriculumThe higher education is rapidly evolving to reflect the industry needs.3 The global marketplace isbecoming more competitive, resulting in advanced approaches to higher education in engineeringand engineering technology, specifically in educating students using quantitative and qualitativemeasures.4 The need for a technologically literate and dynamic workforce dictates therequirements for a flexible curriculum

Conference Session

History and Future of Engineering Technology

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Immanuel Edinbarough, The University of Texas at Brownsville; Posinasetti Rao, University of Northern Iowa

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Engineering Technology

in air bag deployment, ink jet print heads, and biosensors based on nanoprobes. On thesophisticated front, Digital Light Processing (DLP) projection systems are getting popular. At theheart of every DLP projection system is an optical semiconductor known as the DLP chip, whichwas invented by Dr. Larry Hoenbeck of Texas Instruments in 1987. The DLP chip is probablythe world’s most sophisticated light switch. It contains a rectangular array of up to 2 millionhinge-mounted microscopic mirrors; each of these micro mirrors measures less than one-fifth thewidth of a human hair. When a DLP chip is coordinated with a digital video or graphic signal, alight source, and a projection lens, its mirrors can reflect a digital image onto a screen or

Conference Session

Interdisciplinary Education in Engineering Technology

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Heather Woodward-Hagg, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis; Deanna Suskovich, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis; Jamie Workman-Germann, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis; Susan Scachitti, Purdue University-Calumet

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Engineering Technology

2006, it has been customized for use and applied withinTQM projects for non-healthcare (service and manufacturing) applications within the Page 12.502.10Engineering Technology quality curriculum.This customization includes adjustment of financial terms to meet those most often usedwithin service and manufacturing industries. Additionally, the case study for the hands-onexercise has been changed to reflect environmental services waste removal from a servicefacility.Feedback from the students and partnering companies has been very positive. Similar toour work in healthcare, we have found that the inclusion of front line staff in developingthe ROI

Conference Session

Factors Affecting Student Performance

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gregory Watkins, University of North Carolina-Charlotte

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Engineering Technology

Figures 3,7, and 8 together. In all plots, the AAS students are at one extreme, the FETs are at the other,and the FES students are somewhere in the middle. In summary, the AAS students spent fewerhours per week, reported fewer problem areas, and did not find working in groups helpful. Incontrast, the FET students spend more hours per week, reported the most problem areas, andfound working in groups most helpful.A possible conclusion is that the AAS students had an overall better understanding of thematerial than the other groups, without it being reflected in the grades. Perhaps not working ingroups led to errors on homeworks or tests that were not necessarily representative of theirunderstanding of the material. By contrast, perhaps working in

Conference Session

Emerging Trends in Industrial Technology

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sorraya Khiewnavawongsa, Purdue University; Edie Schmidt, Purdue University; Kathryne Newton, Purdue University

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Engineering Technology

of the number of credit hoursrequired for each core. Nonetheless, the main focus is at distribution and technology core.Especially when considered in detail, most courses are related to distribution, logistics, andsupply chain. It is very important for students to have knowledge and skill in these areas becausethey are directly involved with the distribution in industry. Some courses in technology areincluded to make student get more understanding and skill in industry. There are also widevariations in course titles, areas of concentrated study, and use of internships among programs.Finally, the changes in industry have reflected to the curriculum of the program due to themarket needs.ReferencesAnonymous (1998). Distribution '98

Conference Session

Innovative Curriculum & non-Technical Skills

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ahmed Khan, DeVry University-Addison; Barbara Eichler, DeVry University; John Morello, DeVry University

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Engineering Technology

: Technological Impact : Present and Potential, Richard W. Siegel.3Table 3. Nanotechnology: Benefits and RisksNanotechnology Application Area Potential BenefitsEcology Nanoparticles have extremely high surface areas compared to their volume; this characteristic makes them ideal for the fabrication of: - New catalysts - Heat reflection layers - Aerogels for transparent damping

Conference Session

Interdisciplinary Education in ET

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Blake, Austin Peay State University

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Engineering Technology

could not expect some of thecourses we had required on the main campus to be offered successfully at the satellite location.We had to change our requirements to adapt to the new site. The changes included a reduction incalculus requirements (from ten to three credit hours) and elimination of a computer lab wherewe had introduced students to the EXCEL spreadsheet and other software.Some of the changes and cuts reflected a need to better align our requirements with engineeringtechnology, rather than engineering, requirements. However, the changes did cut some materialwe deemed valuable to our students. We added a new course, ENGT 3050 Problem Solving inEngineering Technology, where we would have a chance to cover this material. This is designed

Conference Session

Industrial Collaboration & Applications in ET

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William Loendorf, Eastern Washington University; Donald Richter, Eastern Washington University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

engineering and engineeringtechnology whether it is electrical, computer, or mechanical. It would have been impossible toaccomplish this goal of offering a real world engineering education without the generousassistance of many organizations through a series of collaborative efforts.Conclusions, Reflections, and the FutureThe success of Eastern Washington University’s program to build and furnish a new buildingshows that the new paradigm of forming collaborative partnerships with all of the stakeholders inengineering and engineering technology has great merit. By utilizing this new approach to thereoccurring problem of funding engineering education Eastern Washington University was ableto build a new state-of-the-art facility for its programs. This

Conference Session

Multimedia and Distance Learning

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Veeramuthu Rajaravivarma, Central Connecticut State University; Peter Baumann, Central Connecticut State University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

, and other concerns as determined from theassessment data.Program revision, curriculum and course revisions are to be approved by the ComputerElectronics and Graphics Technology Department faculty before being submittedaccording to School of Technology and University procedures to the UniversityCurriculum Committee, Faculty Senate and appropriate administrators for approval.Student’s Evaluation of Learning OutcomesCourse evaluation is a continuous process and should include a feedback from studentsabout their learning experience. Traditionally, student evaluations focus on the learningoutcome measured by the instructor through quizzes or other tools, as summarized above.However, these measures do not reflect the individual learning experience

Conference Session

Computer Engineering Technology Curriculum

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wangping Sun, Oregon Institute of Technology

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Engineering Technology

activity. A frustrating learning environment can be created unexpectedly, in whichsome students will be negatively influenced. As observed by the author, at the end of eachindividual-based programming lab, there was always 10% - 15% of the class who got reallyfrustrated. They either asked for extra time to finish the assignment or quit further working onthe unfinished work.Secondly, due to lack of enough guidance, it is hard for the students to capture the majorproblem solving skills. This can be reflected by the insufficient confidence of the students intheir programming capabilities. As experienced by the author, even after taking the programmingclass, the students would often provide feedback like: • “[I] need more labs.” • “[I] need

Conference Session

Issues in Engineering Technology Education

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Niaz Latif, Purdue University Calumet ; Mohammad A. Zahraee, Purdue University, Calumet (Tech); Joy L Colwell, Purdue University, Calumet (Tech)

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Engineering Technology

assessing the impact of the degree, and determining where potential students were andwhat their master’s degree education might prepare them for, the program looked at the growthrate (employment projections) of the various employment opportunities related to the MS inTechnology degree. The information below reflects current information on employment trends,and differs from the employment trends as originally evaluated in support of the degree in 2006-2007. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), occupations in the master’s degreeeducation category are expected to grow the fastest, about 22% (2010-2020 projected).4 StandardOccupational Classifications (SOC) 11-3051 reported that for Industrial Production Managers,the job outlook for 2010

Conference Session

Student Enrollment, Attendance, Retention, and Graduation in Engineering Technology Programs

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Christina R Scherrer, Southern Polytechnic State University

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Engineering Technology

sharing their experiences validated their desire to complete a degree inengineering technology, a similar opportunity may help students who are wavering more in theirdesire to complete their degree.AcknowledgementsThe outreach studied in this paper was funded by the National Science Foundation Broadening ParticipationResearch Initiation Grants in Engineering (BRIGE) Award #0927095. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions orrecommendations expressed in this material are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of theNational Science Foundation.Many thanks to the undergraduate students and alumni who have worked so hard on this outreach project and whowere willing to share their insights: Juan Fleming, Jennifer Henry, Yassaman

Conference Session

Curriculum & Student Enrollment I

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nikunja Swain P.E., South Carolina State University

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Engineering Technology

, research and outreach, and the design of laboratorymodules must reflect these uses. Since designing and developing a Cyber Security laboratory isexpensive and time consuming and many institutions do not have the required resources, the institutionsmay consider using “Deterlab” a free online Cyber Security laboratory. Here is a brief description of theDeterlab: Page 24.72.5DeterLab Support for Cyber Security Educators (www.deterlab.net)DETER’s support for education includes the basic use of the DeterLab, and use of exercises within it, aswell as development of new exercises and incorporation of changes to exercises. The most importantsupport

Conference Session

Simulations and Project-Based Learning II

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ying Lin, Western Washington University; Ed Moran, Western Washington University; Jeremy Ruhland, Western Washington University

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Engineering Technology

used to achieve impedance matching between the router and the antenna feed point. This will further improve the 0 degree angle null region, as noted in [6]. • Note that the theoretical radiation pattern is obtained assuming the free-space environment which is hardly available in normal laboratory rooms. The actual measurements were taken in a typical EET lab room which happens to have computers and other instruments and reflecting table tops and metal furniture, conduit and wiring, and poles support the ceiling. This uncontrolled environment may impact the measurement accuracy. One effective solution is to conduct the lab measurements in a large space without interfering objects, e.g., an empty gym or

Conference Session

Renewable Energy Topics

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William B. Phillips Ph.D., DeVry University; William S. Sullivan, DeVry University, Long Beach; Robert Aron PhD, DeVry University; Abour H. Cherif, DeVry University; Susana Fortun Ph.D., DeVry University, Chicago

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Engineering Technology

interdisciplinary in nature with a mix of renewableenergy track, computer, and electronics engineering technology majors working together. Toensure the appropriate experience is provided to students with different areas of emphasis, theproposals are reviewed and approved to ensure that the appropriate program specific outcomesare met in this integrated technology experience. These outcomes are addressed below in Table3.0.There is also a humanities capstone course that all students complete in their senior year calledTechnology, Society, and Culture. In this course, the relationship between society andtechnology is investigated through reading, reflection, research and reports. The course identifiesconditions that have promoted technological development and

Conference Session

Project Based Learning In ET Program

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Norm Clark, Texas A&M University; Malini Natarajarathinam, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

Page 23.460.2  Unit IV: Strategic Relationships and Accountability  Unit V: Strategic Relationships and Channel CompensationEach unit of the course included lecture and class discussion, exercises designed to help thestudents better understand applications for the concepts being taught, and assignments in whichstudents, working in groups, applied these concepts to their assigned project topics.Project DesignThe table below reflects the activities into which the project was divided and the pointsassociated with each activity. Due Date Project Activity Points 09-Feb Best Practices Assignment 25 21-Feb Possible solutions

Conference Session

Capstone and Design Projects in Engineering Technology

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David W. Goodman, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis; Robert J. Durkin, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis

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Engineering Technology

, PLCinput and output devices, and PLC communications to third year students. The power portion of the labs utilize small components (such as motors, relays, Page 25.526.4transformers, etc.) that students assemble based on instructor provided schematics. The eightpower labs explicitly detail the design and testing procedures as well as the reflection that shouldoccur. These labs are all hands-on and require physical interaction with the components. The course provides both instructor developed labs and commercially available labs. Theinstructor developed labs use physical, hands-on equipment and the commercial labs usesimulator software

Conference Session

TAC/ABET-related Outcome-based Assessment Methods and Models

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Clark D. Shaver P.E., Pittsburg State University; James A. Lookadoo P.E., Pittsburg State University

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Engineering Technology

disadvantage is the lack of incentives for maximizing effort and apotential delay time of up to two years between discovering weaknesses and potentialremediation.IEEE-SME Electronics Assessment ExamThe IEEE-SME Electronics Assessment Exam is a collection of approximately 120 multiplechoice questions spanning a range of topics considered to be common to most baccalaureateElectronics Engineering Technology programs6. The assessment exam questions seem to becrafted to cover a broad range of capabilities. EET programs across the country were polled as tosubject matter and a body of knowledge committee created a set of questions reflective of thetopics gathered. Yet another committee vetted the questions and their answers to formulate theexam. Students

Conference Session

Capstone and Design Projects

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Steve C. Hsiung, Old Dominion University; Cory Terell Gleason, Old Dominion University; Lacides Agustin Osorio, Norfolk Ship Support Activity Regional Maintenance Center; Charles H. McGinn, Old Dominion University

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Engineering Technology

that can be compensated with embedded systems using intensive softwareprotocols. Both hardware and software provide options in designing security choices toovercome the concerns. The merging of these systems is the major focus in newly developedindustrial products. The reflection of the current developments in technology, with regard tocomputer/electronic technology curricula and project implementations, are crucial to the successof the program and the enrolled students. Engineering technology focuses on both “hands-on andminds-on” design work and the practice is to integrate existing technology products into realworld applications. Through the implementation of this project, students have been provided theopportunities to learn about current