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2010 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

Authors

B. Samanta

relevant articles.III.A Machine condition monitoring, detection, diagnosis and prognostics [20, 23-29, 34-37]Feature selection is an important issue in many real-world problems. Hybrid CI techniques havebeen proposed by author for feature selection in machine condition monitoring, detection,diagnosis and prognostics. Figures 1(a) and (b) show the role of a hybrid CI combination (PSOand PSVM) in separation of the data clusters for machine condition detection compared toprincipal component analysis (PCA). The classification success the CI (98-99%) is much thanPCA (59-65%) [35]. Normal

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Curriculum in Mechanical Engineering Technology: Part II

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

B. Sridhara, Middle Tennessee State University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2010-1098: COURSE-RELATED ACTIVITIES FOR MECHANICALVIBRATION IN THE ABSENCE OF A FORMAL LABORATORYB. Sridhara, Middle Tennessee State University Dr. B. S. Sridhara is a professor in the Department of Engineering Technology at Middle Tennessee State University. He received his B.S.M.E. and M.S.M.E. degrees from Bangalore University and Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, India. He received his M.S.M.E. and Ph. D. degrees from Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, New Jersey, and Auburn University, Alabama. Dr. Sridhara has published several peer-reviewed articles in the areas of Acoustics, Vibration, finite element methods, and Engineering Education

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A Systems Thinking Approach to Solving Problems

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Cochran, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Systems Engineering Constituent Committee

totackle the manufacturing system problems and how to solve those problems with CollectiveSystem Design.Collective System Design provides clear advantages in defining problems and findingcorresponding solutions in a myriad of design processes. Students learned that it is important toalways consider the objectives (functional requirements) while seeking answers (designparameters) to problems and to select DPs to ensure functional independence. To portray breadthand depth, this paper has illustrated the application of Collective System Design to the system,sub-system, and machine/fixture levels of production systems.References[1] Albers, T., Clampitt, C., Goss, B., and Lulgjuraj, M., “Kinney Vacuum Plant – Linked Cell Manufacturing System,” 2.812

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A Systems Thinking Approach to Solving Problems

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joanna DeFranco, Pennsylvania State University; Fadi Deek, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Raghvinder Sangwan, Pennsylvania State University, Great Valley

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Systems Engineering Constituent Committee

diverse in their approaches toproblem solving which obviously can cause conflict. When working on a specific problem(Problem A), the management will most likely be faced with an additional problem (Problem B)which deals with how to effectively manage the diversity among the problem solvers11. In orderto be productive, a team must spend more time working on problem A and less on problem B.One way for management to accomplish more of a focus on problem A, the real engineeringproblem to be solved, is to understand not only how to manage knowledge diversity but also tounderstand the process of group cognition.Knowledge diversity can be managed by offering training and promoting continuous learning inan organization. Another way to manage knowledge

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History, Program Design, and even a Journal Club

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Smitesh Bakrania, Rowan University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

Average Score How comfortable are you at describing to someone what nanotechnology 1 entails and its significance? 4.3 ||||||||||||||||||||| How comfortable are you at identifying physical or chemical aspects 2 important at the nanoscale? 3.9 ||||||||||||||||||| Do you feel comfortable to (a) classify (b) suggest a possible synthesis 3 route and (c) recommend a characterization technique for a given 3.4 ||||||||||||||||| nanomaterial? Do you feel comfortable to discuss various research areas (such as 4 sensors, energy harvesting, hydrogen

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History, Program Design, and even a Journal Club

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Steven Cramer, University of Wisconsin, Madison; Wendy Crone, University of Wisconsin, Madison; Moira Lafayette, University of Wisconsin, Madison; Jeffrey Russell, University of Wisconsin, Madison; Paul Peercy, University of Wisconsin, Madison; Darryl G. Thelen, University of Wisconsin, Madison; Daniel Klingenberg, University of Wisconsin, Madison; Amy Wendt, University of Wisconsin, Madison

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

Courter, S. From Promise to Reality: How to guide an educational reform from pilot stage to full-scale implementation, ASEE Prism v6 p30-4 N 1996.5 Froyd, J., Penberthy, D., Watson, K. Good Educational are not Necessarily Good Change Processes, Proceedingsof the 30th ASEE/IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference, IEEE, 2000.6 Fournier-Bonilla, S., Watson, K., Malave, C. and Froyd, J. Managing Curricula Change in Engineeirng at TexasA&M University. Int. J. Engng Ed. Vol. 17, No. 3, pp. 222-235, 2001.7 Massy, W. Honoring the Trust, Anker Publishing Co, Inc., 2003, 376 pgs.8 Cady, E., Fortenberry, N., Davenport Sypher, B., Haghighi, K., Abel, S., Cox, M., Reed-Rhoads, T., and Berkelaar,B. Work in Progress – Developing a Certificate Program for

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Design Projects across the Curriculum

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ibibia Dabipi, University of Maryland, Eastern Shore; Christopher Hartman, University of Maryland, Eastern Shore; James B. Burrows-Mcelwain, University of Maryland, Eastern Shore

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Design in Engineering Education

AC 2010-126: DESIGN OF A BUNGEE LAUNCH SYSTEM TO SUPPORT AKITE-BASED LIFTING PLATFORM FOR AERIAL IMAGINGIbibia Dabipi, University of Maryland, Eastern ShoreChristopher Hartman, University of Maryland, Eastern ShoreJames B. Burrows-Mcelwain, University of Maryland, Eastern Shore Page 15.355.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010Design of a Bungee Launch System to Support a Kite-Based Lifting Platform for Aerial Imaging Abstract Freshman engineering design students were given the problem of designing a bungee launch system to support a kite-based lifting platform for aerial imaging. The unique nature of the project lies in its support

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2010 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

Authors

Anil B. Shrirao; Raquel Perez Castillejos

Microfluidics Labs Using Devices Fabricated By Soft- Lithographic Replication of Scotch-Tape Molds Anil B. Shrirao* and Raquel Perez-Castillejos*,† * Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and † Department of Biomedical Engineering, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark NJ, USAAbstractWe present the use of Scotch® tape to fabricate microfluidic devices in basic teaching labs ofhigh schools and colleges; this technique is an alternative to using photoresist in a cleanroom.Microfluidic devices, beyond their multiple applications as portable, biomedical, analytical labson a chip, provide the opportunity to creating fluidic environments dominated by

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2010 Northeast Section Meeting

Authors

Anil B. Shrirao; Raquel Perez-Castillejos

Microfluidics Labs Using Devices Fabricated By Soft- Lithographic Replication of Scotch-Tape Molds Anil B. Shrirao* and Raquel Perez-Castillejos*,† * Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and † Department of Biomedical Engineering, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark NJ, USAAbstractWe present the use of Scotch® tape to fabricate microfluidic devices in basic teaching labs ofhigh schools and colleges; this technique is an alternative to using photoresist in a cleanroom.Microfluidic devices, beyond their multiple applications as portable, biomedical, analytical labson a chip, provide the opportunity to creating fluidic environments dominated by

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2010 Northeast Section Meeting

Authors

Timothy B. Whitmoyer; David T. Vader

Design of Sustainable Water Pumps for Burkina Faso Timothy B. Whitmoyer and David T. Vader Messiah College, Grantham, PAAbstractThe Department of Engineering at Messiah College has partnered with the Handicapẻs en Avant,(a center for rehabilitation and education of handicapped persons in southeast Burkina Faso) forover a decade. One of the enduring student-faculty projects spawned from this relationship is theModified Rower Pump Project. The long-term vision of this project is to provide a sustainabledesign, including construction methods, allowing local manufacturers to build water pumps aspart of their businesses. The present goals of the project are to quantify the pump’s

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2010 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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R. Asmatulu; E. Asmatulu; B. Zhang

extent that nanomaterials and devices will benefit or pose a riskto human health. Generally, health issues are divided into two aspects: (a) positive effects ofnanomaterials to cure deadly diseases, such as cancer, heart attack, and Alzheimer’s disease; and(b) negative effects of nanomaterials that cause the deadly diseases mentioned above [5]. Figure 1: Body entrances of nanoscale materials causing potential hazards.Proceedings of the 2010 Midwest Section Conference of the American Society for Engineering Education,Lawrence, KS, September 22-24, 2010 5It is known that several nanomaterials are safe and are used for various

Conference Session

Capstone Design Pedagogy I

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrew Trivett, University of Prince Edward Island

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Design in Engineering Education

Education & Technology 17(2), pp. 138-151.6 N. E. Cagiltay. (2008, 08). Using learning styles theory in engineering education. European Journal of Engineering Education33(4), pp. 415-424. 7 A. B. De Magalhães, M. Estima and B. Almada-Lobo. (2007, 12). PUKHA: A new pedagogical experience. EuropeanJournal of Engineering Education 32(6), pp. 711-719.8 J. R. Mihelcic, K. G. Paterson, L. D. Phillips, Q. Zhang, D. W. Watkins, B. D. Barkdoll, V. J. Fuchs, L. M. Fry and D. R.Hokanson1. (2008, 12). Educating engineers in the sustainable futures model with a global perspective. Civil Engineering &Environmental Systems 25(4), pp. 255-263.9 S. Tornkvist. (1998, 03). Creativity: Can it be taught? the case of engineering.. European Journal of Engineering

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Preparing Engineers for the Global Workplace and Successful Graduates for a Flat World: What Does It Take?

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lueny Morell, Hewlett-Packard; Martina Trucco, Hewlett-Packard; Rich Friedrich, Hewlett Packard

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International

provide to allow for growth of this mechanism will be, in our opinion, of great benefit to society and industry.” Debasis Mitra, Chief Scientist's Office, Vice President Bell Labs, Alcatel-Lucent “This sounds great. Yes. It would greatly benefit our organizations – and the PhD’s involved. It would combine a depth of knowledge (phd) with increased depth of practical perspective. We have a number of such internal programs already. How can we help?” Andrew Chien, Intel Research B. Benefits to participants and the economyIn a time when the global economy is facing enormous challenges, creating jobs must be a toppriority. Some of these jobs should also produce significant technological and scientificinnovation

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2010 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

Authors

Alfred A. Scalza

psychological well-being. They also have differingbiographical characteristics such as age/maturity (Case Study “A”), gender (Case Study “B”),culture (Case Study “C”). They therefore learn differently. These differences may requireremedial classes to be college ready. They may need to re-learn the skills necessary foracademic success. This paper is a look at how they come to the table of learning as well as howthey learn. Abilities such as number aptitude, verbal comprehension, perception, inductive anddeductive reasoning, and memory are all considered.Basic Concepts / LearningWhat is learning? It’s what we did when we went to school. That’s true but not the whole story.If we accept the fact that we are always in school, then the statement is true. We

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2010 Northeast Section Meeting

Authors

Alfred A. Scalza

psychological well-being. They also have differingbiographical characteristics such as age/maturity (Case Study “A”), gender (Case Study “B”),culture (Case Study “C”). They therefore learn differently. These differences may requireremedial classes to be college ready. They may need to re-learn the skills necessary foracademic success. This paper is a look at how they come to the table of learning as well as howthey learn. Abilities such as number aptitude, verbal comprehension, perception, inductive anddeductive reasoning, and memory are all considered.Basic Concepts / LearningWhat is learning? It’s what we did when we went to school. That’s true but not the whole story.If we accept the fact that we are always in school, then the statement is true. We

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2010 ASEE Zone 4 Conference

Authors

Marilyn A. Dyrud

infrastructuresand transportation systems required for deportations, chemical engineers who developed thelethal Zyklon B, and data processing experts who provided the tabulating machines required totrack the population of Europe and identify those destined for ―special treatment‖ at the deathcamps in Poland.The Nazi EngineerA typical German engineer during the 1930s was young, male, from an urban environment, andeducated, holding either a Ph.D. (for the academic class) or a TH (a diploma from a polytechnicinstitute). Engineers were typically employed either by government agencies or businessesaffiliated with the government; very few were autonomous. In fact, in 1933, shortly after Hitlerbecame chancellor, all existing trade unions and organizations were

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2010 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

Authors

A. Richard Vannozzi

; Holyoak, K. J. (1997). Reasoning and learning by analogy: Introduction. American Psychologist, 52, 32.[7] Sheckley, B. G., Allen, G. J., & Keeton, M. T. (1993). Adult learning as recursive process. Journal of Cooperative Education, XXVIII(2), 56-67.[8] Sheckley, B. G., & Keeton, M. T. (1997). Service learning: A theoretical model. In J. Schine (Ed.), Service learning: Ninety-sixth yearbook of the National Society for the Study of Education (pp. 32-55). Chicago: The University of Chicago Press.[9] Reber, A. S. (1989). Implicit learning and tacit knowledge. Journal of Experimental Psychology: General, 118(3), 219-235.[10] Clark, R. E., & Elen, J. (2006). When less is more: Research and theory insights about

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2010 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

Authors

Timothy B. Whitmoyer; David T. Vader; Joel Z. Bandstra; William H.J. Strosnider

Design of Sustainable Water Pumps for Burkina Faso Timothy B. Whitmoyer and David T. Vader Messiah College, Grantham, PAAbstractThe Department of Engineering at Messiah College has partnered with the Handicapẻs en Avant,(a center for rehabilitation and education of handicapped persons in southeast Burkina Faso) forover a decade. One of the enduring student-faculty projects spawned from this relationship is theModified Rower Pump Project. The long-term vision of this project is to provide a sustainabledesign, including construction methods, allowing local manufacturers to build water pumps aspart of their businesses. The present goals of the project are to quantify the pump’s

Conference Session

Fulfilling the CE BOK2 - Case Studies

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Debra Larson, Northern Arizona University; Joshua Hewes, Northern Arizona University

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Civil Engineering

released in February 2008.The BOK1 has already impacted accreditation criteria and civil engineering curricula. TheBOK2, while being more recent and not yet addressed within accreditation criteria, is motivatingadditional change in some civil engineering curricula. The BOK2 is essentially a coordinated listof 24 outcomes presented within three outcome categories: Foundational, Technical andProfessional. The outcomes define the desired level of achievement (LOA) defined according toBloom’s Taxonomy for the cognitive domain3,4. Additionally, the BOK2 has recommendedoutcome achievement targets for each portion of the fulfillment pathway: for the baccalaureatedegree (B), post-baccalaureate formal education (M/30), and pre-licensure experience (E

Conference Session

A Systems Thinking Approach to Solving Problems

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Renee Stepler, Pennsylvania State University; Steve Garguilo, Johnson & Johnson Inc.; Khanjan Mehta, Pennsylvania State University; Sven Bilen, Pennsylvania State University

Tagged Divisions

Systems Engineering Constituent Committee

AC 2010-1732: APPLYING SYSTEMS THINKING FOR REALIZING THEMISSION OF TECHNOLOGY-BASED SOCIAL VENTURES IN AFRICARenee Stepler, Pennsylvania State University RENEE STEPLER is an undergraduate student majoring in Security and Risk Analysis in the College of Information Sciences and Technology at Penn State University. Her professional aspirations include intelligence analysis, emergency management, international development and disaster relief. Renee is a member of the Mashavu team.Steve Garguilo, Johnson & Johnson Inc. STEVE GARGUILO is an Associate Analyst in the Information Technology Leadership Development Program at Johnson & Johnson. His professional interests include emerging

Conference Session

Thermodynamics, Fluids, and Heat Transfer-Part I

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Simin Hall, College of Engineering at Virginia Tech; Catherine Amelink, Virginia Tech; Sam Conn, Virginia Tech

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Mechanical Engineering

” work/study situation; therefore, it makes sense to makecourses available to these students.However, there are disadvantages associated with online learning few of which are: (a) in thecomputer-mediated learning social presence consisting of vocal tones and/or facial expressionmay be reduced, therefore, the instructors have to rely on students to communicate his/herchallenge in learning the material, (b) online learning requires students to exhibit higher level ofself-regulated behavior than the students in a traditional classroom setting, and (c) currentpopulations taking these online courses consist of traditional undergraduates who typicallyrequire and expect more structure and instruction2.Social cognitive theories posit that it is possible

Conference Session

Integrating Engineering Ethics into the Curriculum

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Steven Culver, Virginia Tech; Vinod Lohani, Virginia Tech; Ishwar Puri, Virginia Tech

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Engineering Ethics

that the borings were done. Florin worries that the borings data is inaccurate. Perhaps the drilling crew took borings at the wrong place? The accuracy of the borings critically affects the design recommendations for his report. The report is due in six days.”Students were given a minute to read the story and then were presented with followingoptions about what Florin should do: a) Boring logs from nearby sites are probably okay to use since soil conditions in the area do not vary significantly. b) Florin should call the geologist and get proof that the existing data came from borings at the site. If proof is unavailable, the boring crew should be fired. c) Florin should tell the client his concerns and

Conference Session

Innovative Instructional Strategies and Curricula

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Schmeelk, Virginia Commonwealth University Qatar Branch; Jean Hodges, Virginia Commonwealth University Qatar Branch

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Mathematics

similar hemispheric preference is to not stand too close to me with eye contact as she is explaining something because it can be uncomfortable at times. . . . maybe introducing some more materials and bring in examples and samples to class when explaining instead of just saying it orally would make a big difference to my learning. (B. Al-M.) Another student, who was visual and kinesthetic with a mixed-left preference, applied what she was learning about symmetry to the shape of a door, synthesized her new mathematical information with her existing knowledge of doors, and evaluated the outcome: I choose a shape of a door. Symmetrical, right side is a reflection of lift [sic] side. Axis of

Conference Session

Civil Engineering Division Poster Session

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Scott Hamilton, United States Military Academy

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Civil Engineering

engineeringeducation paper about HB101’s role in the CE program at West Point.Questions:1. What year did you graduate from the Civil Engineering Program at USMA?2. Rate your agreement with the following statements about your experience with HB101. HB101 was an enjoyable experience and I am glad I participated in it. I learned something of value in HB101. HB101 was a valuable part of the CE program, even though not truly a CE course. The HB101 experience was a model of responsible drinking behavior. a. Strongly Disagree b. Disagree c. Neither Agree or Disagree d. Agree e. Strongly Agree3. Did HB101 affect the way you view and consume beer? If yes please explain how.4. What was the most valuable thing you

Conference Session

Teaching Technological Literacy - College Courses and Minors

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Roy McGrann, State University of New York, Binghamton

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Technological Literacy Constituent Committee

AC 2010-1405: A GENERAL ENGINEERING MINOR AS A MEANS TOENCOURAGE TECHNOLOGICAL LITERACYRoy McGrann, State University of New York, Binghamton Page 15.32.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 A General Engineering Minor as a Means to Encourage Technological LiteracyAbstractTechnological literacy can be increased by offering a minor in general engineering. A Minor inGeneral Engineering was developed at Binghamton University. This minor was first available inthe 2008-09 academic year. The description of the minor states this minor “enables students whoare majoring in non-engineering fields to gain an introduction to the

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2010 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

Authors

Onesmo Ogore; Kushal Sherpa; Caleb Baron; Mansour Zenouzi; Shankar Krishnan

] Blood Leak G D Waste Dialysate Detector [V] Quality Control Clean Dialysate Temp. Conductivity Water A Proportioning Pump Dialysate B C Electrolyte Concentration Figure 1: Simplified model of hemodialysis processThis analysis attempts to simulate the dialytic process using

Conference Session

Innovations in ECE Education

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

L. Brent Jenkins, Southern Polytechnic State University

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Electrical and Computer

presented in class and provide various opportunities to become proficient with standard instrumentation used in electrical engineering.Course OutlineThe course outline is provided in Figure 3. Topics Days Introduction and Overview 0.5 I. Fundamentals A. Prefixed Engineering Notation B. Charge, Current, Voltage, Power C. Passive Sign Convention D. Ideal Sources 1. Independent Sources 2.5 2. Dependent Sources E. Ohm's Law, Resistance, and Power Absorption

Conference Session

Pedagogy and Assessment in ECE II

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Deepika Sangam, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Brent Jesiek, Purdue University

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Electrical and Computer

voltage (objectives 8 and 11) 26 Page 15.277.8 7) Compare the brightness of the bulb in circuit 1 with that in circuit 2. Which bulb is brighter?The DC circuit (A)questions in each Bulb in circuit 1 of the concept inventories were categorized according to theinstructional objectives (B) Bulb in indicated circuit 2 in Table 2. From the table it is apparent that objective numbers4, 5, 8, 10, and(C)11Neither, each have they several questions per objective. More questions per

Conference Session

e-Learning Course Development and Instruction

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Robertson, Arizona State University

Tagged Divisions

Continuing Professional Development

eclipsed thedeterministic path that had initially been defined by the experts. In subsequent reviews,the same experts fully acknowledge the validity of the changes to their plans.To understand the reasons for the user-driven change process, the historical evolution ofsix courses was analyzed. The courses are: A. Decision-oriented risk management B. Role of the Chief Engineer C. Data acquisition D. Working with data E. A Chief Engineer case study F. How to make a business case.The approximate change made per delivery is shown in figure 5. The course identifiersA – F are defined in the list above. Change means new

Conference Session

Thermodynamics, Fluids, and Heat Transfer-Part I

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Mativo, The University of Georgia; Arif Sirinterlikci, Robert Morris University

Tagged Divisions

Mechanical Engineering

areas such as space and human body. A challenge facing TEGs is their low efficiencydue to obtaining their energy from low energy sources such as waste heat and a low figure ofmerit (ZT) that enable conversion of heat into electricity1. , where T is the absolutetemperature, s is Seebeck coefficient, is electrical conductivity, and k is thermal conductivity.In power generation, the Seebeck effect enables the direct conversion between heat and electricenergy streams. Heating one end of the unit cell while holding the other end cooler induceselectromotive force within the material and may be harnessed for electrical power2. In Figure 1,two dissimilar semiconductors A and B are connected electrically in series but thermally inparallel with