Conference Session

Issues and Direction in ET Education and Administration: Part I

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Daniel Johnson, Rochester Institute of Technology; Brian Thorn, Rochester Institute of Technology

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Engineering Technology

Manufacturing Studies. His industrial experience includes work as an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer for Allied Signal. He has a Master of Engineering Degree in Manufacturing and a BS in Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering from RIT as well as an AAS in Engineering Science from Hudson Valley Community College.Brian Thorn, Rochester Institute of Technology Brian K. Thorn is an associate professor in the Industrial and Systems Engineering Department at the Rochester Institute of Technology in New York. He received a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from the Rochester Institute of Technology, an M.S. and Ph.D. from the Georgia Institute of Technology. His research interests include sustainable

Conference Session

Student Recruitment and Retention in ET Programs and Labs in ET Programs

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Maher M Murad, University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #14487Making Early Positive Impact on Freshmen through Engineering TechnologySeminarsDr. Maher M Murad, University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown Dr. Maher Murad is an associate professor in the Civil Engineering Technology department at the Uni- versity of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Dr. Murad served as a visiting professor at Bucknell University. He also has overseas teaching and professional experience. He worked as a technical manager at Modern Contracting and as a highway project manager at Acer Freeman Fox International. He is a licensed pro- fessional engineer (P.E.) in the state of Ohio. Dr. Murad received a Masters

Conference Session

ETD Learning Approaches

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hazem Tawfik, State University of New York, Farmingdale; Yeong Ryu, State University of New York, Farmingdale; Rob Kowalski, Farmingdale State College

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #18466Education through Applied Learning and Hands-on Practical Experience withFlex Fuel VehiclesDr. Hazem Tawfik, State University of New York, Farmingdale Prof. Tawfik obtained his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, from University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. He has held a number of industrial & academic positions and affiliations with organizations that included Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL), Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), Stony Brook University (SBU), Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Atomic Energy of Canada Inc., Ontario Hydro, NASA Kennedy, NASA Marshall Space Flight Centers

Conference Session

Reaching Students: Innovations to Curriculum in ET

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

C. Richard Helps, Brigham Young University; Mark Patterson, University of Dayton

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Engineering Technology

AC 2008-606: KEEPING TECHNOLOGY COURSES CURRENT WHILEMINIMIZING DISRUPTION TO THE INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNC. Richard Helps, Brigham Young UniversityMark Patterson, University of Dayton Page 13.825.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Keeping Technology Courses Current While Minimizing Disruption to the Instructional DesignAbstractTechnology changes rapidly which compels educators to rethink and redesign their courses. WithTechnology faculty being committed to experiential learning this implies the need for frequentredesign of technology courses, typically on a one to three year time scale. This paper discussesan integrated approach to

Conference Session

Multimedia and Distance Learning

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Judith R. Pearse, University of Maine

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-80: THIS PAPER DISCUSSES THE USE OF WEBEX AND ADOBECONNECTPRO TO TEACH EET COURSES IN VARIOUS SCENARIOS,AND THE CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES THAT THESE TECH-NOLOGIES PRESENT IN COURSE DELIVERY.Judith R Pearse, University of Maine Judith ”Jude” Pearse is a registered professional engineer in the state of Maine and an Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering Technology (EET) at the University of Maine. Judith has been a member of the UMaine community for several years, having received her Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering in 1986 and her Master of Science in EE in 1996. Additionally, Judith served as a Teaching Associate in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department from 1990 to 1995

Conference Session

Graduate Education and Undergraduate Research in ET

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jerry Visser, South Dakota State University; Kurt Rosentrater, USDA-ARS

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Engineering Technology

AC 2007-2637: PARTNERSHIP IN UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH EXPERIENCEJerry Visser, South Dakota State University JERRY VISSER is Operations Manager of the Product Development Center at South Dakota State University in Brookings, SD, where he brings conceptual ideas to tangible products. He serves as a faculty member for the Manufacturing Engineering Technology Program. He leads the American Society for Quality as Chair of the Southeast South Dakota Sub-section.Kurt Rosentrater, USDA-ARS KURT A ROSENTRATER is a Lead Scientist with the United States Department of Agriculture, Agriculture Research Service, in Brookings, SD, where he is spearheading a new initiative to develop value-added uses

Conference Session

Mechanical ET Design & Projects

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joseph Dues, Purdue University-New Albany; Nghia Le, Purdue University-New Albany

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Engineering Technology

2006-916: HIGH CYCLE FATIGUE TESTERJoseph Dues, Purdue University-New AlbanyNghia Le, Purdue University-New Albany Page 11.684.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2006 High Cycle Fatigue TesterAbstractMetal fatigue is the fracture and failure of structural parts subject to cyclic loads that are muchless than loads necessary to cause yielding or tensile fractures. High cycle fatigue failures(millions of cycles) can occur with surprisingly low loads. In many industries, equipment issubject to hundreds of millions or billions of cycles and fatigue failures are a constant problem.Demonstrating high cycle fatigue in the limits of the classroom is very

Conference Session

Industrial Collaboration & Applications in ET

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William Stuart, Oregon Institute of Technology

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Engineering Technology

offsite OIT Assoc. Professor Rogue Valley Industrial contact liaison MMET dept. Memberships: Senior Member, Society of Manufacturing Engineers, Advisor OIT student chapter Member, American Society of Engineering Educators Continuing Professional Education: 2005 ASEE Annual Conference 2005 ABET workshop 2005 Articulation Training, OIT Portland campus Page 11.1175.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2006 Successful Programs That Have Been Enriched By Industry and Engineering Education ConnectionsAbstractPresented in this paper is a treatise of real

Conference Session

Recruiting and Retention

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gary Crossman, Old Dominion University; Anthony Dean, Old Dominion University

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Engineering Technology

2006-2431: INTRODUCING THE ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMSTO ALL INCOMING FRESHMEN ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGYSTUDENTS – THE RESULT IS BETTER FOR ALLGary Crossman, Old Dominion University Gary R. Crossman is Professor and Chair of Engineering Technology at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. Professor Crossman received his B.S. degree from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in 1964 and his M.E. degree in 1970 from Old Dominion University, where he has served on the faculty for over 34 years. Professor Crossman is a Fellow of ASEE and the recipient of the James H. McGraw Award for leadership in engineering technology education. He is also a registered Professional Engineer in VirginiaAnthony

Conference Session

Engineering and ET Relationships & Professional Development

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James Lambrechts, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Engineering Technology

, and this may well be an arduousjourney, because we want to retain our roots in ‘hands-on’ education while satisfying therequirements for full engineering instruction. However, this departure from civil engineeringtechnology would leave a void in the preparation of civil engineering ‘technologists’ both for siteengineering and the traditional “number-cruncher” in the office. It would appear that there willbe an increasing demand for technologists for both field and office engineering, but career pathpotential has not yet been established in education and industry. The technologist will be in evergreater demand as the educational background and expectations of graduating civil engineerswho directly pursue their Master’s degree grow. This paper

Conference Session

Software Applications in ET Programs

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chandana K.K. Jayasooriya, Engineering Technology Division, University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown

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Engineering Technology

for Engineering Education, 2016 Communication Systems Theory for Undergraduate Students using MatlabAbstractCommunication theory is one of the subjects that is mathematically intensive and involvesmemorizing numerous equations. This paper describes the use of Matlab and Simulink inteaching communication theory for undergraduate students. The objective of this approach is toprovide an intuitive understanding of the theory without deeply sinking into derivations offormulae. Signal filtering is an inevitable step in every communication system. Generally, filtertheory is a standalone course offered to graduate level students. Using amplitude modulation as acase study, usage of Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) is discussed in this paper. Frequency

Conference Session

Graduate Education and Undergraduate Research in ET

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Saeed Foroudastan, Middle Tennessee State University; michael anderton, Middle Tennessee State University

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Engineering Technology

Aerostructures, and Middle Tennessee State University. Professor Foroudastan is involved with several professional organizations and honor societies, and has many publications to his name. He also holds U.S. and European patents.michael anderton, Middle Tennessee State University Michael Anderton is a second year Graduate Research Assistant at Middle Tennessee State University in Engineering Technology Department. He received his B.S. degree in Computer Engineering Technology at Middle Tennessee State University. Currently he is the manager of the Experimental Vehicles Program at MTSU. Page 11.1359.1

Conference Session

ET Projects

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Angran Xiao, New York City College of Technology; Andy S. Zhang, New York City College of Technology; Joyce Tam, New York City College of Technology

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #21107Product Development Process and Student Learning in an Engineering Tech-nology Capstone Project: Electrical Go-kartDr. Angran Xiao, New York City College of Technology Angran Xiao is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering Technology, New York City College of Technology, City University of New York.Dr. Andy S. Zhang, New York City College of Technology Dr. Andy S. Zhang received his Ph.D. from the City University of New York in 1995. He is currently the program director of a mechatronics project in the New York City College of Technology/CUNY. For the past 15 years, Dr. Zhang has been

Conference Session

Manufacturing Capstone and Design Projects

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Daniel P. Johnson, Rochester Institute of Technology; Rebecca Dobbs, Rochester Institute of Technology; Changfeng Ge, Rochester Institute of Technology

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Engineering Technology

Manufacturing Studies. His industrial experience includes work as an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer for Allied Signal. He has a Master of Engineering Degree in Manufacturing and a BS in Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering from RIT and an AS in Engineering Science from Hudson Valley Community College.Rebecca Dobbs, Rochester Institute of TechnologyChangfeng Ge, Rochester Institute of Technology (COE) Dr Changfeng Ge is an associate professor at Rochester Institute of Technology. He holds Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Mechanical Engineering , and a Doctor of Engineering Degree in Packaging and Dis- tribution from University Dortmund, Germany. He is Chairman of ASTM D10.13 packaging committee. He also holds the title

Conference Session

ETD Design IV: Construction and Civil Engineering Technology

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Charles Feldhaus, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis; Eric Nesbitt

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Engineering Technology

spent 20 years as a K-12 faculty, principal and district administrator in various Indiana school districts before moving to his current position. His research interests include P-20 STEM education, STEM teacher preparation, Sustainability in STEM and STEM Leadership.Eric Nesbitt Page 22.706.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 Factors That Influence the Use of Sustainable Technology in Structural DesignIntroductionThe United States is becoming increasingly aware of the implications of overusing naturalresources; polluting the air, land, and

Conference Session

Industry based new Innovative and Nontraditional Curriculum in Industrial Technology and Industrial Engineering Technology

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Xuefu Zhou; Xiaodong Yue; James Everly

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Engineering Technology

Computer Projects Designed to Enhance Student’s Learning Experience with Public-Key CryptographyAbstractCryptography plays a fundamental role in safeguarding today’s information infrastructure.Public-key cryptography is a cryptographic approach utilized by many cryptographic algorithmsand cryptosystems. In contrast to symmetric key systems, it eliminates the need to share a keysecretly. This distinguishing characteristic makes it a widely and successfully used technologyaround the world. It is the foundation for public-key infrastructure (PKI) and Internet standardssuch as Transport Layer Security (TLS) and Pretty Good Privacy (PGP). A thoroughunderstanding of public-key cryptography is indispensable to not

Conference Session

Alternative Teaching Methods

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rob Garrick, Rochester Institute of Technology (CAST)

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #23379Flipped Classroom Video AnalyticsDr. Rob Garrick, Rochester Institute of Technology (CAST) Robert D. Garrick, Ph.D., P.E., is a Professor in the Department of Manufacturing and Mechanical En- gineering Technology at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) and Associate Department Chair. Garrick worked for 25 years in automotive engineering research and holds seven U.S. patents. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018 Flipped Classroom Video AnalyticsAbstract Rising tuition and stringent accreditation standards increase the pressure educators feel

Conference Session

Successful Grant Proposals

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stephen Kuyath, University of North Carolina-Charlotte; Deborah Sharer, University of North Carolina-Charlotte

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Engineering Technology

2006-530: SUMMER CAMPS IN ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY: LESSONSLEARNEDStephen Kuyath, University of North Carolina-Charlotte Stephen Kuyath is an Assistant Professor of Engineering Technology at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. He has taught engineering technology courses at the college level for over 22 years. He has a strong interest in and dedication to improving both traditional and distance engineering education and to encouraging those students typically underrepresented in STEM fields to consider engineering technology as a career.Deborah Sharer, University of North Carolina-Charlotte Deborah Sharer is an Assistant Professor in the Engineering Technology Department at UNC

Conference Session

Capstone Projects and Experiential Learning

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nasser Alaraje, Michigan Technological University; Aleksandr Sergeyev, Michigan Technological University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2012-3650: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY FORELECTRICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY EDUCATORS IN VHDLAND FPGA DESIGNDr. Nasser Alaraje, Michigan Technological University Nasser Alaraje is currently the Electrical Engineering Technology program Chair, as well as a fac- ulty member at Michigan Technological University. He taught and developed courses in the computer engineering technology area at the University of Cincinnati and Michigan Technological University. Alaraje’s research interests focuses on processor architecture, system-on-chip design methodology, field- programmable logic array (FPGA) architecture and design methodology, engineering technology educa- tion, and hardware description language modeling

Conference Session

Project-Based Student Learning: Part I

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Saeed Foroudastan, Middle Tennessee State University

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Engineering Technology

University. Professor Foroudastan is involved with several professional organizations and honor societies, and has many publications to his name. He also holds U.S. and European patents. Page 14.575.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Enhancing Undergraduate Performance through Peer-Led, Team-Learning (PL-TL)Abstract Numerous studies have proven that students who are provided hands-on training performbetter academically than those without active learning1, 4. Students may pass a written test on thescientific method but find it difficult to solve a real scientific problem

Conference Session

Sustainable Design & Global Issues in ET

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jerome Tapper, Northeastern University; Francis Dibella, Northeastern University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2008-1140: THE DEVELOPMENT AND DEPLOYMENT OF ANENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY CURRICULUM TO COMBAT ENGINEERINGGLOBALIZATIONJerome Tapper, Northeastern University Professor Tapper is an Associate Academic Specialist in EET at Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts. He holds a BSEE and an MSIS, both from Northeastern University. Jerry is a Registered Professional Engineer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts with over twenty-five years of industrial experience. He is also the author of a tool-kit based text for electrical engineering technology students, Electronics for Engineering Technology.Francis Dibella, Northeastern University Prof. Francis A. Di Bella, a Registered Professional Engineer

Conference Session

Curriculum in Telecommunications Engineering Technology

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tianyi Li, Northwestern University; Walter E. Thain Jr., Southern Polytechnic State University; Thomas Fallon, Southern Polytechnic State University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2010-268: ON THE USE OF VIRTUALIZATION FOR ROUTER NETWORKSIMULATIONTianyi Li, Northwestern University Tianyi Li is currently a graduate student pursuing his Masters degree in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Northwestern University. He received his two B.S. degrees in Telecommunications Engineering Technology and Communications Engineering from Southern Polytechnic State University and North China University of Technology in 2009. He is now in the division of Signals & Systems concentrating on networks, communication and control. His research interests include resource allocation for wireless networks, congestion control for TCP/IP

Conference Session

Computer and Information Technology-Related Issues

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gary Steffen, Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne; Iskandar Hack, Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne

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Engineering Technology

, individuals purchase small routers and wireless access points from local electronicstores. This allows sharing of the Internet connection with multiple employees and familymembers simultaneously.Improper installation of such data equipment creates a vulnerability to personal information andsecurity. In an effort to better serve this growing market, student training has been implementedin the security of small scale networks and routers. Traditional security training has typicallyconcentrated on virtual simulation and larger scale routers/firewalls.Small inexpensive routers/firewalls and access points can be a powerful tool, which possessesmany of the same security principles as their more expensive counterparts. A majority ofstudents already have

Conference Session

Diversity and K-12 Issues

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Eugene Rutz, University of Cincinnati; Brian Lien, Princeton High School; Michelle Shafer, Mt Notre Dame High School; Steve Brickner, Harrison High School

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Engineering Technology

AC 2008-915: ACCESSIBLE STEM EDUCATIONEugene Rutz, University of Cincinnati Eugene is an Academic Director in the College of Engineering and Manager of the accelerated engineering degree programs. He also works with local high schools to develop content and activities that engender an interest in engineering.Brian Lien, Princeton High School Brian teaches technology education courses including CAD and architectural drawing at Princeton High School near Cincinnati.Michelle Shafer, Mt Notre Dame High School Michelle has a degree in Biomedical Engineering and teaches science at Mont Notre Dame High School near Cincinnati.Steve Brickner, Harrison High School Steve is a retired

Conference Session

Innovations in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology Programs

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yuhong Zhang, Texas Southern University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2009-2021: THE APPLICATION OF MATLAB TO TEACHINGCOMMUNICATION SYSTEMSYuhong Zhang, Texas Southern University Page 14.1178.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Application of Matlab on the Teaching of Communication SystemsAbstractMatlab has become a widely used tool for teaching and learning in various Engineeringprograms. In author’s electronics technology program, many students do not have astrong calculus background, which is the basic requirement for the communicationsystems course. Therefore, it is helpful to have a tool like Matlab to help themunderstand the concepts of signal, Fourier theorem, random noise and

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division Poster Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael C. Hatfield, University of Alaska, Fairbanks; Catherine F. Cahill, University of Alaska, Fairbanks; John Monahan, University of Alaska, Fairbanks

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #18333Low-cost Fixed-wing Construction Techniques for UAS CurriculumDr. Michael C. Hatfield, University of Alaska, Fairbanks Michael C. Hatfield is an assistant professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and Associate Director for Science & Education, Alaska Center for Unmanned Aircraft Systems Integration. He earned a B.S. in electrical engineering from Ohio Northern University; an M.S. in electrical engineering from California State University Fresno, and a Ph.D. in Electrical/Aeronautical Engineering from the University of Alaska Fairbanks.Dr

Conference Session

TC2K Methods and Models

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lynn Kelly, New Mexico State University; Michael Morrell, New Mexico State University; Thomas Jenkins, New Mexico State University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2007-772: WEBCT IN ASSESSMENT: USING ON-LINE E-TOOLS TOAUTOMATE THE ASSESSMENT PROCESSLynn Kelly, New Mexico State University Lynn Kelly has been at NMSU since 1998 and is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering Technology in the College of Engineering. She received a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology from NMSU in 1988. She then went on to earn a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering from NMSU in 1994. She served three years on the Board of the Teaching Academy at NMSU. For the past three years she has been the coordinator of the distance education bachelor’s program (Information & Communications Technology, ICT) offered by the

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Technology Curriculum

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alberto Gomez-Rivas, University of Houston-Downtown; George Pincus, University of Houston-Downtown

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Engineering Technology

AC 2007-35: STUDENT AUTOMOBILE ENGINES USED IN APPLIEDTHERMODYNAMICS LABORATORYAlberto Gomez-Rivas, University of Houston-Downtown Alberto Gomez-Rivas is Professor of Structural Analysis and Design and Chair of Engineering Technology, University of Houston-Downtown. Dr. Gomez-Rivas received two Ph.D. degrees: from the University of Texas, Austin, Texas, in Civil Engineering and from Rice University, Houston, Texas, in Economics. He received the Ingeniero Civil degree, with Honors, from the Universidad Javeriana in Bogotá, Colombia. He also served as Chief of Colombia’s Department of Transportation Highway Bridge Division and is a Registered Professional Engineer. He is the author of

Conference Session

Computer ET Innovation

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Fernando Rios-Gutierrez, Georgia Southern University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2008-1107: NEW PROGRESSIVE EMBEDDED DESIGN COURSE FORENGINEERING TECHNOLOGYFernando Rios-Gutierrez, Georgia Southern University Dr. Rios was born in Mexico City, Mexico. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and Communications from the National Polytechnic Institute, Mexico City, in 1978. He continued graduate studies at the National Institute of Astrophysics, Optics and Electronics, Puebla, Mexico, were he received the M.S. degree in Electronic Instrumentation Design in 1980. After graduating, he worked as a product designer engineer for the National Cash Register Company, Mexico, where he participated in the design of High-Frequency Switching Power Supplies. In

Conference Session

Capstone and Senior Design in Engineering Technology

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ivana Milanovic, University of Hartford; Tom Eppes, University of Hartford

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Engineering Technology

Engineering from Texas A&M University and a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan. Page 14.1051.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Capstone Projects for Engineering Technology: Issues, Benefits and Trade-offsAbstractCapstone courses in our engineering technology (ET) programs are structured as open-endedundertakings where students are expected to creatively analyze, synthesize, and apply a wide-variety of learning outcomes from prior coursework. A capstone project may either be industry-sponsored or internally-sourced with student teams advised by