Conference Session

Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Eduardo Santillan-Jimenez, University of Kentucky; Julia E. Parker, University of Kentucky ; Keren Mabisi, University of Cincinnati; Carissa B. Schutzman, University of Cincinnati; Mark Crocker, University of Kentucky

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Graduate Studies

on one-day career exploration eventstargeting a wide variety of career paths – both within and outside academia – in general, and inthe context of a research traineeship in particular.2.3. Multidisciplinary coursesMultidisciplinary and interdisciplinary are often used interchangeably to describe an integrativepedagogy that moves away from siloed academic disciplines that occur “naturally” withinacademia. A multidisciplinary pedagogy provides students with an academic experience thatmore accurately reflects the complexity of problems that cannot be solved within the confines ofone discipline [19]. Epistemologically, a multidisciplinary approach to research and learningproduces knowledge that integrates insights and practices from both similar

Conference Session

Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Sarah Jane Bork, University of Michigan; Joi-lynn Mondisa, University of Michigan

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Graduate Studies

research by answering the following researchquestions using the participatory action research method, photovoice: (1) How do engineering graduate students at a large public university describe their mental health experiences? (2) How does the culture of engineering influence engineering graduate students’ mental health experiences, and therefore how they participate in engineering?PhotovoicePhotovoice, also known as photo elicitation or participatory photography, is a research methodthat uses photographs to empower participants to reflect on, capture, and share their livedexperiences [23]. This method is part of a grouping of participatory action research, in whichparticipants in the study are seen as co-investigators

Conference Session

Graduate Student Experiences

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elizabeth Van Ruitenbeek, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

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Graduate Studies

in such a class.The Gradate Teacher Certificate (GTC)8 program is administered by the Center for TeachingExcellence. Participating students must teach for at least two semesters, receive feedbackmultiple times on their teaching, and then reflect on that feedback. They must also participate inteaching development workshops and programs. This program focuses on using practicalteaching experiences to improve an individual’s teaching ability. However, this program makes Page 13.674.4no efforts to foster community among graduate students interested in teaching.After evaluating existing campus resources, an ASEE student chapter can have maximal

Conference Session

Methods & Techniques in Graduate Education

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joy Colwell, Purdue University Calumet

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Graduate Studies

(neither parent attended college). Minority students comprise about 30% of thetotal body and female students comprise 57% of the student body. Most of the students arecommuters, with a small but increasing percentage of residential students. 1In Lake County, where the campus is located, only about 16% of the population over age 25 hasa four-year degree or higher, compared to a rate of 19.4% for the state overall, based on 2000census data. The county ranks twenty-first in the state in post-secondary education, even thoughit is the second most populous county in Indiana. While the total enrollment is 9,300, graduateenrollment for the campus for 2007-08 is 1021, with 835 part time graduate students, and 186full time students. This is reflective of

Conference Session

Graduate Student Experiences

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Norton, University of Michigan; Reginald Rogers, University of Michigan

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Graduate Studies

that will attract interest and participation by the CoEgraduate student population. The second line of thought is that we need to drop the “serviceorganization” focus which lead to success in the past and instead direct our energy towardsactivities which might directly lead to self improvement.Reflections from current student chapter membersThe following are reflections from two current members who are very active in the studentchapter. Page 11.1429.5 “The future of the group should be to continue to provide seminars/workshops that students need and that the college has not offered. I think we should

Conference Session

Getting Into Graduate School

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Katy Luchini-Colbry, Michigan State University

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Graduate Studies, Student

highly valued within the field?  Is the recommender able to write a good reference letter (i.e., literate, coherent, topical)While an individual recommender may not meet all of these criteria, someone who meets few orno items on this list may not be the most effective recommender for you.How to Ask for a RecommendationWhen you ask for a recommendation, ask specifically: “Would you be comfortable writing me astrong letter of recommendation?”[4]. While most faculty and supervisors will agree to provide aletter, if you specifically ask for a strong recommendation then you may hear back that someindividuals do not feel they could write you the strongest possible letter for this particularopportunity. This is not necessarily a reflection on you

Conference Session

Graduate Student Writing and Communication

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Amy M. Clobes, University of Virginia; Lindsay Wheeler, University of Virginia

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Graduate Studies

withthree components: 1) hands-on training seminars, 2) communication challenges putting thetraining into practice on video and for audiences reflective of the professions discussed in theprogram, and 3) mentorship by a non-program institutional STEM alumnus/a. This paper will present the program design and research results from the first year. Usinga mixed methods approach, we sought to examine the extent to which graduate students’perceptions of communication confidence and awareness of STEM career opportunitiesimproved over the course of the program. We also aimed to measure their communication skillsto different audiences and obtain feedback on the most impactful program components. Dataincluded pre/post-surveys, focus groups, and

Conference Session

Graduate Student Needs and Experiences, Exploring Graduate Funding and Undergraduate Research Experiences

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Erika Mosyjowski, University of Michigan; Shanna R. Daly, University of Michigan; Diane L. Peters, Kettering University; Steven J. Skerlos, University of Michigan; Megan Kaczanowski, University of Michigan

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Diversity

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Graduate Studies

to illustrate a point. In describing how she would identifywhat needs to be and can be done related to a particular problem, Olivia referred to “whateveryone would say to do” (a literature search, in this case), which highlights again an emphasison what others might do in a given situation, but is also a rather simple answer that seems tosuggest a straightforward, “correct” way to address a problem.Category 2. Defining the middle of a continuum is perhaps the most challenging and allows forthe most variation. The responses in Category 2 reflected a range of themes and emphases.Overall, participants whose responses fell into Category 2 demonstrated a greater awareness ofelements that might be considered key to embarking in engineering

Conference Session

Aligning Graduate Programs with Industrial Needs

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Siny Joseph, Kansas State University - Polytechnic Campus; Jung Oh, Kansas State University - Polytechnic Campus; Raju S. Dandu, Kansas State University - Polytechnic Campus

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Graduate Studies

presentations and were expected to prepare students for theircapstone project thoroughly.Objective of the paperThis paper describes a relatively new and growing program (PMT) at KSP and uses a multi-disciplinaryteam-taught course (COT 706) as a case study to reflect on the outcomes from implementing industryadvisory board's recommendations. While low student enrollments characterize the program/course, theexperience and process involved in the design of COT 706 provide valuable insights on pedagogy, team-teaching, and best practices for student learning.The purpose of this pedagogical research study is to assess using COT 706 course whether a team-taught8-week hybrid format accomplishes the objectives of providing the flexibility in format and skill

Conference Session

Online and Professional Graduate Programs

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Bharani Nagarathnam, Texas A&M University

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Diversity

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Graduate Studies

mobile platform has been helpful in making necessary updates. Someof the steps taken include: • Content delivery enhancements through the mobile learning experience with iPad, eBooks, and apps. • Applied content development includes industry-focused live case studies, videos, interviews, and podcasts. • Teaching enhancement includes quality matters certification and the use of industry executives to co-teach classes • Learning experience enhancement includes reflective discussion boards, group projects, and peer-group learning. Based on the 15 years of development and improvement, the Master of Industrial Distributionprogram was awarded the following two awards: • 2016 21st Century Best Practice Distance Learning from

Conference Session

Professional Graduate Education & Industry

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Donald Keating, University of South Carolina; Thomas Stanford, University of South Carolina; Joseph Rencis; Eugene DeLoatch, Morgan State University; Mohammad Noori, North Carolina State University; Edward Sullivan, California Polytechnic State University; David Woodall, Oregon Institute of Technology; Norman Egbert, Rolls-Royce Corporation; David Quick, Rolls-Royce Corporation; Albert McHenry; Roger Olson, Rolls-Royce Corporation; Samuel Truesdale, Rolls-Royce Corporation; Timothy Lindquist, Arizona State University; Harvey Palmer, Rochester Institute of Technology; Joseph Tidwell, Arizona State University Polytechnic; Mark Smith, Rochester Institute of Technology; Duane Dunlap, Purdue University; Mark Schuver, Purdue University; Edmund Segner, University of Alabama at Birmingham; Stephen Tricamo, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Barry Farbrother, University of New Haven; Ken Burbank, Western Carolina University; Carla Purdy, University of Cincinnati; Randall Holmes, Caterpillar Inc.

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Graduate Studies

industrynor does it reflect the modern practice of engineering and the engineering method forthe deliberate generation, development, and innovation of new, improved, and breakthrough technology[See Appendix A, B].One size graduate education doesn’t fit all.Excellence in basic research and excellence in engineering practice for world-class technologydevelopment & innovation are two very different pursuits with different purposes and methods; requiringtwo different types of education at the graduate level.The National Collaborative is focusing on two primary questions: First, can an effective system of professionally-oriented engineering graduate education be created in the United States for further developing the nation’s engineering

Conference Session

Professional Development and Advising for Graduate Students

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Farshid Marbouti, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Cyndi D. Lynch, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Graduate Studies

0.55 2.98 1.27 Personal qualities Integrity 3.55 0.63 2.86 1.09 Self-confidence 3.43 0.66 2.61 1.08 Self-reflection 3.30 0.70 2.61 1.10 Responsibility 3.50 0.66 2.59 0.95 Preparation and 3.30 0.59 2.82 1.04 Self management prioritization Commitment to research 3.18 0.58

Conference Session

Mentoring Graduate Students, Diversity, and Assessment

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert M. Brooks, Temple University; Amithraj Amavasai; Jyothsna Kavuturu

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Graduate Studies, Minorities in Engineering

conceptswere correct but incorrect calculations in one step resulted in a failing grade. By breaking aproblem into steps and concepts and rewarding success at each step, students were encouraged tocomplete a problem and ask for help if they did not remember an abstract concept or equation.This paper describes a method for rewarding students for levels of knowledge during the finalexamination of a transportation engineering course.Kolb’s learning style theory 1 identifies four types of learning styles: (1) Concrete Experience(feeling), (2) Active experimentation (doing), (3) Reflective Observation (watching), and (4)Abstract Conceptualization (thinking). While every student has some component of each of thesefour learning styles, there is usually one

Conference Session

Training and Mentoring of Graduate Teaching Assistants

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nikitha Sambamurthy, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Jeremi S London, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Jeeyeon Hahn, Purdue University; Jiabin Zhu, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Monica Farmer Cox, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Graduate Studies

to collect data from a variety of stakeholders, including undergraduate students,instructors, researchers, and administrators. The G-RATE provides feedback from multiplesources, including survey responses from students, real-time classroom observations, and/or theinstructors’ self-reflections. Here, the authors focus on the Observer function, which providesreal-time observations of pedagogical practices implemented by an instructor. For the purposesof this study, videos of classroom interactions were used to simulate the environment theimproved tool will be used in for future studies. In the future, this tool can be used to conductreal-time observations or to conduct analysis using video recordings of previous classes.Overview of the

Conference Session

Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 4

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Audrey Rorrer, University of North Carolina at Charlotte; David K. Pugalee, University of North Carolina at Charlotte; Praveen Ramaprabhu, University of North Carolina at Charlotte; Mesbah Uddin, University of North Carolina at Charlotte; Harish P. Cherukuri, University of North Carolina at Charlotte; Terry Xu, University of North Carolina at Charlotte; Deep Prajapati, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

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Diversity

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Graduate Studies

alternate pathway, i.e.roadmap, for STEM Ph.D. students that is scalable and reflective of the evolving employmentlandscape and workforce needs. The pedagogical implications of these innovations will beinvestigated via original pedagogical research hypotheses and application of a detailed evaluationand assessment component. Expected outcomes include the development of strategies to broadenparticipation of female and veteran students in doctoral programs at our university, and thepropagation of successful strategies to other universities.The PAtENT Program’s Innovative RoadmapThe PAtENT program will ensure students do not enroll in additional coursework, but insteadoffer an alternative pathway toward the doctoral degree. The PAtENT program thus

Conference Session

Innovative Graduate Programs and Methods, Developing Master's & Ph.D. Programs and Graduate Teaching Assistants

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas J. Connolly, University of Texas - Austin

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Graduate Studies

developed under the guidance of the following design principles:  The workshop should entail approximately six hours of professional learning time  Facilitators should include experts, practitioners, and seasoned TAs  Participants should work in table groups of approximately eight people  Sessions should make use of a diverse set of delivery modes, such as individual reflection and planning, small-group collaboration, and whole-group discussions  Sessions should model what effective learning environments look like  Participants’ experience and expertise should be acknowledged and leveraged  Content should be based on research and proven educational practices  A majority of the activities should be

Conference Session

Measuring Success of Graduate Program Components

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mysore Narayanan, Miami University

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Graduate Studies

enhance students’ critical thinking capabilities. Page 14.253.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Assessment of Engineering Education based on the Principles of Theodore Marchese Mysore Narayanan, Miami University, Ohio.AbstractAssessment is a process in which rich, usable, credible feedback from an act of teachingor curriculum comes to be reflected upon by an academic community, and then is actedon by that community, a department or college, within its commitment to get smarter andbetter at what it does (Marchese, 1997, page 93). All of which is to say, assessment ismore than data

Conference Session

Professionalism and Preparations Developed by Graduate Study Programs—Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 7

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael W. Keller, The University of Tulsa; Bradley J. Brummel, University of Tulsa; Valerie N. Streets, University of Tulsa; Alison J. Kerr, University of Tulsa; Rami M. Younis, The University of Tulsa; Leah Tecle, University of Tulsa; Daniel W. Crunkleton, University of Tulsa

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Graduate Studies

finalized list of competencies is shown in Table 2 These competencies werebroadly similar to our initial list shown in Table 1, but combined some of the competenciestogether and reflects specific emphases in graduate engineering education.Behaviorally Anchored Rating ScaleWhile the competency model described above is the core structure of the assessment protocol,there is a distinct need to create a framework for students, advisors, and peers to provide morespecific, behavioral feedback. Behaviorally anchored rating scales (BARS) were adopted in thecurrent study to rate performance. Typically, BARS are presented as a scale with several pointsand the rater chooses a level to indicate an individual’s current performance. One of the criticalaspects of

Conference Session

Graduate Student Writing and Communication

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sarah Jane Bork, University of Michigan; Joi-lynn Mondisa, University of Michigan

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Graduate Studies

ideation?Data and SampleData for this study was taken from a larger study from the Healthy Minds Network (HMN):Research on Adolescent and Young Adult Mental Health group [6]. From the larger study, datawas collected at each participating school by randomly surveying 4,000 students (or the entirestudent population, whichever was smaller). Students were recruited over email with a cashincentive and asked to reflect on experiences two weeks to 12 months prior at the time of thesurvey. In order for the student responses that were recorded to be reflective of the full studentpopulation at each university, non-response weights were estimated using a logistic multivariableregression from administrative data on gender, race/ethnicity, academic level, and

Conference Session

Non-Traditional Doctoral Programs

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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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Diversity

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Graduate Studies

andbusy professionals targeted by the D.Tech. Beyond just a constructivist approach, the designteam was guided in particular by the valuable insights in the previously cited How PeopleLearn II. We were informed by Chp. 4 Processes that Support Learning which led to ourengaging candidates in collaborative knowledge building (e.g., by cohort construction of afield’s/process’ knowledge base using Wiki technology). We also incorporated self-regulation of learning as required by our mix of synchronous and asynchronous learningactivities. Then, to insure critical reflection, we installed frequent opportunities for self-assessment (of the quality of their information sources and subsequent analyses of theextracted material; of their writing and

Conference Session

Online Programs and Program Assessment

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ann D. Christy P.E., Ohio State University; Teresa A. Johnson, Ohio State University; Jeffrey E. Froyd, Ohio State University; Deborah M. Grzybowski, Ohio State University; David A. Delaine, Ohio State University; Emily Dringenberg, Ohio State University; Krista M. Kecskemety, Ohio State University; Rachel Louis Kajfez, Ohio State University; Ana M. Casado, Ohio State University; Alan Kalish, Ohio State University

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Graduate Studies

the overarching framework for curricular design that thecommittee used, with some concrete examples of the results. Understanding that all educationaland institutional contexts are unique, the committee offers its reflections on this process as a casestudy for an anticipated growing phenomenon—the design and refinement of curricula ingraduate-level engineering education as a formal discipline (Walker et al., 2008).Program GoalsThe committee spent the first several meetings brainstorming, developing, and refining clearbroad descriptions of what students in the engineering education doctoral program would knowand be able to do at the time of graduation. Some of these were standard graduate level cognitivegoals, others were affective and

Conference Session

Graduate Student Needs and Experiences, Exploring Graduate Funding and Undergraduate Research Experiences

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert N. Coffey Jr., University of Michigan; Katy Luchini-Colbry, Michigan State University

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Diversity

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Graduate Studies

—but in the first year of the survey (2011), the seminars werenot nearly as well received. This is interesting, as student responses are much more consistent inother parts of the survey, and may reflect changes to the EnSURE program over time (such asrefining the professional development seminars based on feedback from students in prior years). Table 4: Most Valuable Program Components 2011 2012 2013 2014 Total What part(s) of the summer program did you find most Percent of Percent of Percent of Percent of Percent of valuable or helpful? (n = 78) (n = 58) (n = 47

Conference Session

Online and Professional Graduate Programs

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Bharani Nagarathnam, Texas A&M University; Frederick Barry Lawrence, Texas A&M University

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Graduate Studies

new locationwith new problem environments to reflect the changing challenges facing global distribution.Introduction Wholesale Distribution in the United States is more than a 7 trillion dollars industry, withmore than 300,000 businesses that employ six million people [1]. The wholesale trade accountedfor about 6% of the GDP in 2016 and is presently one of the top 4 sectors of the U.S. economy.The growth of a distribution organization does not rely solely on the distributor’s geographicreach, physical assets, product selection, or access to capital. It also depends on its humancapital. In fact, all organizations require human capital to accomplish their goals; therefore, theorganization’s ability to manage its human capital is key to

Conference Session

Exploration of Trends in Engineering Education

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joy L. Colwell, Purdue University, Calumet

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Graduate Studies

% changeMaster’s 656,784 865,000 32%Doctoral 67,716 106,100 57%First Professional 92,004 119,200 30%Overall, the long term projections for growth in graduate education are positive, and reflect agrowth in graduate enrollments through 2020.A Note on Gender Balance and Demographics in Graduate ProgramsWomen are expected to continue to dominate graduate enrollments overall. From 2009-2020,the gender gap is expected to widen, with women increasing to make up 59% of all post-secondary students (up from 57.1% currently).15Women dominated graduate enrollments in 2010, with men as 40% of all graduate students, andwomen earning the majority of doctoral degrees (for the second year in

Conference Session

General Topics in Graduate Education

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Suzanne M. Kresta, University of Alberta; John A. Nychka, University of Alberta; Roger Graves, University of Alberta

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Graduate Studies

, but interestingly, a vast majority of students find “Exercise 5: Visual Abstract” verydifficult the first time they reflect on their research. However, most students comment that thevisual abstract exercise is crucial to them realizing what it is they are doing in their research. Ageneral written outline exercise has been used in the past for students to reflect on their research,but it is not as powerful as the visual abstract, likely because the students tend to make visualconnections and image cues in their minds when thinking about their research, which cannot beas easily captured for them with words on a page. By performing the described exercises graduate students feel that they have become better

Conference Session

Graduate Student Experience

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Vaccari, Stevens Institute of Technology; Siva Thangam, Stevens Institute of Technology

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Graduate Studies

dissertation must show that the candidate is fully aware of the pertinent published material and the dissertation must be written in a satisfactory literary style, free from typographical and other mechanical errors.No criteria are given for the oral presentation except as follows: “The purpose of the oral examination is to examine both the content of the dissertation and the candidate’s ability to defend it. “Holbrook6 quotes Kouptsov8 for Ph.D. criteria obtained by a survey of European academics asfollows: Belarus: '…Must reflect research on a disciplinary or interdisciplinary, theoretical, or applied problem, the results of which will constitute an original contribution to knowledge in the discipline or

Conference Session

Professional Graduate Education and Industry

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Roger Olson, Rolls-Royce Corporation

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Graduate Studies

required for Engineering Levels [1-3]; b) Part II addresses theOrganizational Leadership Skills and Actions required for Engineering Levels [4-6], and; c) Part IIIaddresses the Strategic Leadership Skills and Actions required for Engineering Levels [7-9]. The overallanalysis sets the foundation for building a coherent professional graduate curriculum and dynamiceducational process reflective of how experienced engineering professionals learn, grow, and create newtechnology in industry. This paper addresses Part II: the Organizational Leadership Function, Skills andActions that engineers must learn and develop from Group Leader, Functional Area Manager, SystemsEngineer through Technical Program Manager Levels [4-6

Conference Session

Innovation and Measuring Success in Graduate Education

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joy Watson, University of South Carolina; Jed Lyons, University of South Carolina

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Graduate Studies

do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.Bibliography1. Akay, A., A Renaissnce In Engineering PhD Education. European Journal Of Engineering Education 2008, 33 (4), 403-413.2. National Science Board Science and Engineering Indicators. National Science Foundation: 2008; Vol. 1.3. Hogan, R.; Hogan, J., Assessing Leadership: A View From The Dark Side. International Journal Of Selection And Assessment 2001, 9 (1/2), 40-51.4. Hunt, C., Careers In Chemistry: Keys To Success...Beyond Hard Work! American Chemical Society Graduate Education Newsletter 2007, 6 (1), 1-3.5. Sekhon, J. G., The PhD Education of Industrial Mathematicians in Australia. Bulletin Of The Australian

Conference Session

General Topics in Graduate Education

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elizabeth Basha, University of the Pacific; Luke S. Lee, University of the Pacific

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Graduate Studies

better reflects theneeds of industry. In fact, it is well-recognized that modern engineering problems are difficult tosolve within the scope of a single discipline and require individuals and teams to possess adiverse skill set and the ability to effectively integrate those skills to solve a problem1,2.Engineers who can cross the boundaries of traditional disciplines and integrate existingknowledge and create new knowledge are increasingly being sought1.The importance of interdisciplinary collaboration is particularly relevant in graduate engineeringeducation where research experience is paramount to development and integration of knowledgeand skills. The need for interdisciplinary collaboration in engineering education and research isdriven by

Conference Session

General Topics in Graduate Education

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Matthew Pariyothorn, Texas A&M University; Robin L. Autenrieth, Texas A&M University

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Graduate Studies

years prior to summer 2006 are incomplete, so those data are not included inthis analysis.Applicant TrendsAs depicted in Figure 1, our state and national recruiting efforts implemented for summer 2009resulted in an increase in the total number of applications as well as the number of applicationsrepresenting non-Texas A&M institutions. These trends reflect the shift in recruitment effortsfocused on non-Texas A&M students. Our goal is not to decrease the pool of Texas A&Mapplicants, but to increase the pool of non-Texas A&M students. Figure 1 Applicant Institutional Representation. 160 140 Number of Applicants 120