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Knowing Our Students III

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Brad Kinsey, University of New Hampshire; Erick Towle, University of New Hampshire; Grace Hwang, University of New Hampshire; Edward J. O'Brien, University of New Hampshire; Christopher F. Bauer, University of New Hampshire

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Educational Research and Methods

Psychology, Vol. 24, No. 3, 1972, pp. 317-20.7. Sorby, S. and B. Baartmans, “The Development and Assessment of a Course for Enhancing the 3-D Spatial Visualization Skills of First Year Engineering Students”, Journal of Engineering Education, July, 2000, pp. 301-7.8. Devon, R., Engel, R., and Turner, G., “The Effects of Spatial Visualization Skill Training on Gender and Retention in Engineering”, Journal of Women and Minorities in Engineering, Vol. 4, 1998, pp. 371-80. Page 11.1279.119. Medina, A., H. Gerson, and S. Sorby, “Identifying Gender Differences in the 3-D Visualization Skills of Engineering Students in

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ChE: Poster Session

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Keith Lodge, University of Minnesota-Duluth

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Chemical Engineering

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

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New trends in ECE education

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Qian Du, Mississippi State University

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Electrical and Computer

project is designed for the optimal linear system functioning as apredictor. The original example in a textbook looks like this:Let X 1 , X 2 ,Λ be a random sequence. Suppose that a second-order prediction system is to bedesigned such that a sample is predicted by the previous two samples. Find the systemparameters a and b that yield the minimum prediction error.If only this original example is used, students may practice on system design using the formulaprovided in the textbook without knowing its practical importance. Actually, optimal linearpredictor has very important applications in DSP (as well as DIP). An application-orientedcomputer projector can be designed based on this sample as below.Sample Project 2 (simplified): Record your voice

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NASA Fellowship Program

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Melissa Green, United Negro College Fund Special Programs Corp; Maria Jackson Hittle, UNCF SP; Gholam Ali Shaykhian, NASA; Robert Singleterry, NASA; Victor Obot, Texas Southern University; Premkumar Saganti, Prairie View A&M University; Marc Mendez, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi; Jianping Yue, Essex County College; Jack Esparza, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi; Rafic Bachnak, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi; Kenneth Fernandez; Pamela Denkins

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Minorities in Engineering

) Corporation. She has served as the Project Assistant for the NASA Administrator's Fellowship Program for the past 4 years. Ms. Jackson Hittle possesses an A.S. in Computer Aided Drafting and Design and a B.S. in Engineering Design Technology.Gholam Ali Shaykhian, NASA GHOLAM ALI SHAYKHIAN Gholam Ali Shaykhian is a software engineer with National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Kennedy Space Center (KSC), Shuttle Processing Directorate. He is NASA Administrator Fellow (Cohort 7). He served his fellowships at Bethune Cookman College (B-CC) in Daytona Beach, Florida, teaching and conducting research in computer science and software engineering. Ali has received a Master of Science

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Assessing Perceptions of Engineers and Engineering

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sharon Kurpius-Robinson, Arizona State University; Dale Baker, Arizona State University; Stephen Krause, Arizona State University; Chell Roberts, Arizona State University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

analysismethod was used to validate the instrument. This analysis revealed four factors defined as: 1) theimportance of DET; 2) teachers’ familiarity with DET; 3) teachers’ perceptions of stereotypicalcharacteristics of engineers; and 4) teachers’ perceptions of characteristics of engineers. Theinternal consistency reliability estimate for the survey was 0.88. The analysis of 98 teachers’responses to these items indicated that: a) the importance of DET in the curriculum was strongerfor female teachers as compared to male teachers, t ( 96) = 2.42, p < 0.05; b) elementary schoolteachers were least likely to teach DET in their curriculum as compared to middle school andhigh school teachers, F (2, 28.81) = 4.35, p < 0.05; and c) DET was more likely to

Conference Session

Innovative Curriculum in ET

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Barbara Christe, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis

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Engineering Technology

2006-1259: OFFERING A SPECIALTY OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGTECHNOLOGY TO INCREASE ENROLLMENTS AND MEET EMPLOYERDEMANDS: TECHNOLOGY USED IN THE DELIVERY OF HEALTH CAREBarbara Christe, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis Biography CHRISTE, BARBARA is an Associate Professor and Program Director of Biomedical Engineering Technology in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology Department at IUPUI. She has authored seven on-line classes and is a leader in continuing education for currently-employed biomedical equipment technicians using the web. She has a BS in Engineering from Marquette University and a MS in Clinical Engineering from Rensselaer at Hartford

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Design Projects in Wind and Solar Energy

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alvin Post, Arizona State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

Page 11.1353.9deceptive. Educationally, the design and construction of a heat engine is a challenge thatallows students to exercise their creativity at a high level, and to solve the practicalproblems that arise in the details. As an educational vehicle, they also focus attention onthe need for ‘appropriate technology’, and on engineering topics such as designsimplicity, heat transfer, and thermodynamic efficiency.References1. Y.W. Wong and K. Sumathy, “Solar thermal water pumping systems: a review”, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews 3 (1999) 185-217.2. T.D.Short and P. Thompson, “Breaking the mould: solar water pumping – the challenges and the reality”, Solar Energy 75 (2003) 1-9.3. B. Constantine, M. Desbois, and K

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Emerging Trends in Engineering Education Poster Session

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Stephen Krause, Arizona State University; Veronica Burrows, Arizona State University; Vincent Pizziconi, Arizona State University; Robert Culbertson, Arizona State University; Marilyn Carlson, Arizona State University

concept in thecourses through STEM process behaviors. These are the steps that occur in the processes of: a)effective problem solving behaviors; b) scientific reasoning abilities; and c) engineering designprocesses. The third facet is the use of PLCs, which generate the discussion, dialogue andmetacognition that support understanding and reflection on the concept of function andcovariation and its use in process behaviors. The research foundation for these three facets indesign of the project is discussed below.The first facet, mathematical function and covariation, is often used by scientists and engineers asa mathematical model of change. Teachers are exploring the concept vertically across grade levelsand horizontally across science

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Instrumentation and Laboratory Systems

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Susan Lord, University of San Diego; Leonard Perry, University of San Diego

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Computers in Education

presentation medium in large-scale engineering classrooms”, Session 1520, Proceedings of the American Society for Engineering EducationAnnual Conference, June 2005, Portland, OR.7 Simon, B., Anderson, R., Hoyer, C. and Su, J., “Preliminary Experiences with a Tablet PC Based System toSupport Active Learning in Computer Science Courses,” 9th Annual Conference on Innovation and Technology inComputer Science Education, June 2004.8 Classroom Presenter software, Educational Technology group, University of Washington,http://www.cs.washington.edu/education/dl/presenter9 ExCEEd Teaching Workshop, 2001, American Society of Civil Engineers, West Point, NYhttp://www.asce.or/exceed/etw01_slides.cfm10 Wilkerson, M., Griswold, W, and Simon, B., “Ubiquitous

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ECE Poster Session

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ravel Ammerman, Colorado School of Mines; Pankaj Sen, Colorado School of Mines

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Electrical and Computer

(PSerc) also supported the development of this class.References[1] About Colorado School of Mines (CSM), Retrieved December 8, 2005 from: http://www.mines.edu/all_about/[2] CSM – Division of Engineering, Retrieved December 8, 2005 from: http://egweb.mines.edu/[3] Silverstein, K., “Creating Energy Jobs,” EnergyBiz Insider, August 2005.[4] Chowdhury, B. H., “Power Education at the Crossroads”, IEEE Spectrum, Vol. 37, No. 10, October 2000, pp. 64-68.[5] Cowdrey, J., “Hydroelectric Power in a Municipal Water System”, The City of Boulder, CO Publication, February, 2000. Page 11.211.10[6] Ammerman, R.F., Sen

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FPD4 -- Real-World Case Studies & Projects

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jason Yao, East Carolina University; Gene Dixon, East Carolina University; William Howard, East Carolina University; Ric Williams; Keith Williamson, East Carolina University; Geoffrey Dieck, East Carolina University; Steve McLawhorn, East Carolina University

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First-Year Programs

including graphics, mechanical engineering,electrical engineering, as well as engineering professional practice and ethics in order to achieveprogram and learning objectives. The course is structured into two parallel tracks, designated Aand B. While Track B deals with engineering graphics and spans the entire semester, Track Aoffers students a solid foundation in the general engineering disciplines of mechanical andelectrical, as well as concepts of professional practice, in multi-week modules. Designing andbuilding robots requires skills from all these disciplines and inherently helps to integrate them instudents’ minds. A robot project and competition was defined to integrate together thesecomponents, provide the students opportunities to learn

Conference Session

Computing Curriculum

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alan Price, DeVry University-Pomona

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Information Systems

, Inc.9. Mammar, H.H. and F.T. Bernard, Incorporating Cognitive Styles into Adaptive Multimodal Interfaces.10. Witkin, H.A., et al., Field-dependent and field-independent cognitive styles and their educational implications. Review of Educational Research, 1977. 47: p. 1-64.11. Sadler-Smith, E. and B. Badger, Cognitive Style, Learning and Innovation. Technology Analysis & Strategic Management, 1998. 10(2): p. 247-265.12. Lo, J.-J. and P.-C. Shu, Identifying Learning Styles Through the Embedded Support Devices and Artificial Neural Network. 2002.13. Rumetshofer, H. and W. Wos. An Approach for Adaptable Learning Systems with Respect to Psychological Aspects. in SAC. 2003. Melbourne, FL.14. Chen, S.Y., A

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Ensuring Access to K - 12 Engineering Programs

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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William Hwang, United InnoWorks Academy and Duke University; Ahrash Bissell, Duke University; Daniel Kaplan, United InnoWorks Academy and Duke University; Matthew Mian, United InnoWorks Academy and Duke University; Vineet Agrawal, United InnoWorks Academy and Duke University; Jessica Manson, United InnoWorks Academy and Duke University; Gary Ybarra, Duke University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

2006-1086: DESIGN AND EVALUATION OF INNOWORKS: A PORTABLE,INTERDISCIPLINARY SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING PROGRAM BYVOLUNTEER COLLEGE STUDENTS FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH FROMUNDERPRIVILEGED BACKGROUNDSWilliam Hwang, United InnoWorks Academy and Duke University William L. Hwang is a senior Angier B. Duke Scholar at Duke University majoring in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Physics and minoring in Chemistry. He co-founded United InnoWorks Academy in 2003 and is in his third year serving as CEO and program director of InnoWorks. In addition to his work in K-12 educational outreach, William is conducting research on developing early cancer detection biosensors and pin

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International Case Studies, Collaborations and Interactions

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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James Zhang, Western Carolina University; Kenneth Burbank, Western Carolina University

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International

is morefeasible to keep our engineering community as a competitive entity and always keepourselves ahead of the game.AcknowledgementThe authors would like to thank the reviewers of this paper for their constructivecomments on this paper. The reviewers posed in-depth questions concerning currentsituations in relation to engineering education. We realize that we are unable to givedefinite answers at this point of time. However, the reviewers comments encourage us toprobe further into the issue and seek for valuable answers.References1. Atkinson, R. D., Understanding the Offshoring Challenge. Policy report, Progressive Policy Institute,May 2004.2. McCarthy J. C., Dash A., Liddell H., Ross C. F., and Temkin B. D., 3.3 Million Jobs US Services

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Diversity, Recruiting, and Retention in ET

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ranjeet Agarwala, East Carolina University; Merwan Mehta, East Carolina University

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Engineering Technology

2006-609: INCREASING INTERNATIONALIZATION AND DIVERSIFICATIONOF THE STUDENT BODY: CASE STUDY OF A PROVEN PROACTIVERECRUITING MODEL AND STRATEGIES FOR FURTHER ENHANCEMENTRanjeet Agarwala, East Carolina University Mr. Agarwala serves as a lecturer in the department of Technology Systems at East Carolina University.His research interests are in the area of Adaptive Control, Neuro –fuzzy systems, Internet based Teleoperational systems and Robotics & Automation.Merwan Mehta, East Carolina University Merwan Mehta, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor at East Carolina University in the Technology Systems Department at Greenville, NC. He has over twenty years of experience working as a machine tool design

Conference Session

Assessment & TC2K Methods

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kim Nankivell, Purdue University-Calumet; Jana Whittington, Purdue University-Calumet; Joy Colwell, Purdue University-Calumet

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Engineering Technology

the program is preparing graduates to achieve: these are thenlinked to program outcomes, which describe the units of knowledge or skill which students areexpected to acquire from the program to prepare them to achieve the program educationobjectives. [TAC/ABET criteria] An engineering technology program must demonstrate thatgraduates have: a. an appropriate mastery of the knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of their disciplines, b. an ability to apply current knowledge and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics, science, engineering and technology, c. an ability to conduct, analyze and interpret experiments and apply experimental results to improve

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Emerging Trends in Engineering Education Poster Session

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robin Hensel, West Virginia University; Ye Sun, West Virginia University

2006-2312: APPLICATION OF OBJECT SCAFFOLDING TO DEVELOP AHANDS-ON, PROBLEM-CENTERED, AND PROJECT-BASED FRESHMANMATLAB® COURSERobin Hensel, West Virginia UniversityYe Sun, West Virginia University Page 11.219.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2006 Application of Object Scaffolding to Develop A Hands-On, Problem-Centered, and Project-Based Freshman MATLAB® CourseAbstractAn application of object scaffold pedagogy to the teaching of MATLAB® to freshmanengineering students is being implemented as part of a problem-centered course during thespring 2006 semester. Object scaffolding has been proposed as a pedagogical

Conference Session

Technical Issues in Architectural Engineering II

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Suining Ding, Indiana University Purdue University-Fort Wayne (Eng)

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Architectural

2006-601: TEACHING DYNAMICS OF CULTURAL DIMENSIONS IN DESIGN TOCREATE SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENT: A CROSS-CULTURALCOMPARISON OF ARCHITECTURESuining Ding, Indiana University Purdue University-Fort Wayne (Eng) SUINING DING is an Assistant Professor at Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne. She has taught both interior design and architectural design courses since she joined faculty at IPFW. Because of her diverse background with international training and professional practice experience, she is currently exploring the dynamics of cultural dimensions in architectural design. Page 11.1207.1

Conference Session

What's New in Statics?

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kevin Dong, Cal Poly-San Luis Obispo

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Mechanics

2006-1283: MAKING STATICS A FRIEND FOR LIFEKevin Dong, Cal Poly-San Luis Obispo Kevin Dong, S.E. is an Associate Professor of Architectural Engineering (ARCE) at Cal Poly – San Luis Obispo. For the past five years he has been teaching classes that emphasize structural systems and structural design to various majors (Architecture, Architectural Engineering, and Construction Management) within the College of Environmental Design and Architecture. His class work utilizes his 13 years of experience with Ove Arup & Partners (ARUP), where he worked in both the San Francisco and London offices. As an Associate with ARUP he worked on a wide variety of projects within the United States and abroad

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Environmental Engineering Curricula

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Vaccari, Stevens Institute of Technology

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Environmental Engineering

2006-644: A COMPREHENSIVE COURSE IN ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGYDavid Vaccari, Stevens Institute of Technology Page 11.31.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2006 A COMPREHENSIVE COURSE IN ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGYIntroductionA new course was developed to introduce environmental engineers and scientists to biology. Theprimary novelty of this course was its division of the subject into three core areas of relevance toenvironmental professionals: microbiology, ecology, and toxicology.This paper will further describe the need that exists for this course, and will introduce a textbookand other materials that were developed for the

Conference Session

Tricks of the Trade for Teaching II

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Devine, Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne

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New Engineering Educators

2006-808: A SPECIFIC INSTRUCTOR EVALUATION (SPIE)David Devine, Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne David P. Devine, P.E., is an Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering Technology in the Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering Technology at Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW). He is a registered Professional Engineer in Indiana and completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Notre Dame and a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Purdue University. Page 11.122.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2006

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Design for Manufacture and Industry

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alvin Post, Arizona State University; Thuria Narayan, Arizona State University

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Design in Engineering Education

2006-1888: A DESIGN-FOR-MANUFACTURABILITY WORKBOOKAlvin Post, Arizona State University Alvin Post, Ph.D., P.E., received a doctorate in mechanical engineering from the University of Hawaii. He has extensive industrial experience as a machine design engineer.Thuria Narayan, Arizona State University Thuria Narayan received a Bachelors degree in Mechatronics engineering from Bharathiar University, Tamilnadu, India in 2004 and is currently pursuing a masters degree in the Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Department at Arizona State University. Her areas of interest are design and automation

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Integrating Research Into Undergraduate ECE Education

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kathleen Hayden, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona; Yi Cheng, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona; Zekeriya Aliyazicioglu, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona; Tim Lin, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona

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Electrical and Computer

2006-2357: STEREO VISION ON A SMART ROVERZekeriya Aliyazicioglu, California State Polytechnic University-PomonaKathleen Hayden, California State Polytechnic University-PomonaYi Cheng, California State Polytechnic University-PomonaTim Lin, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Page 11.1148.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2006 Stereo Vision on a Smart Rover 1. IntroductionIn 2002, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly Pomona) was awardedNASA PAIR (Partnership Awards for the Integration of Research into Undergraduate Education)contract. The purpose of this four years NASA PAIR program is to integrate

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2006 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

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Jack Ryder

A Genetic Algorithm for Scheduling Jack Ryder jryder@kean.edu Mathematics and Computer Science Kean University 1000 Morris Ave. Union, New Jersey, 07083Abstract: Genetic algorithms use concepts from evolutionary biology as a technique for solvingproblems. They have successfully been used on a large number of scientific and engineeringproblems such as: optimization, machine learning, adaptive systems behavior and complexity.The genetic algorithm evolves over time a population of potential solutions by

Conference Session

Professional Graduate Education & Industry Duplicate Session

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Donald Keating, University of South Carolina; Thomas Stanford, University of South Carolina; John Bardo, Western Carolina University; Duane Dunlap, Western Carolina University; Eugene DeLoatch, Morgan State University; Albert McHenry, Arizona State University; Joseph Tidwell, Arizona State University; Niaz Latif, Purdue University; Dennis Depew, Purdue University; Mark Schuver, Purdue University; David Quick; Roger Olson, Rolls-Royce; Samuel Truesdale, Rolls-Royce; Jay Snellenberger, Rolls-Royce; Stephen Tricamo, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Harvey Palmer, Rochester Institute of Technology; Mohammad Noori, California State Polytechnic University; Kathleen Gonzalez Landis, University of Arizona; Ronald Bennett, University of St. Thomas

Appendix B -1 Stages of Professional Maturation, Autonomy, and Responsibilities in Engineering Practice for Responsible Technology Leadership_____________________________________________________________________________________Stages of Growth Typical Responsibilities-Autonomy-JudgmentENGINEER IX An engineer-leader at this level is in responsible charge of programs so extensive and complex as to require staff and resources of sizeable magnitude to meet the overall engineering objectives of the organization.ENGINEER VIII An engineer-leader at this level demonstrates a high degree of creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in

Conference Session

Professional Graduate Education & Industry Duplicate Session

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Duane Dunlap, Western Carolina University; John Bardo, Western Carolina University; Donald Keating, University of South Carolina; Thomas Stanford, University of South Carolina; Eugene DeLoatch, Morgan State University; Albert McHenry, Arizona State University; Joseph Tidwell, Arizona State University; Niaz Latif, Purdue University; Mark Schuver, Purdue University; Dennis Depew, Purdue University; Roger Olson, Rolls-Royce; David Quick; Stephen Tricamo, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Samuel Truesdale, Rolls-Royce; Jay Snellenberger, Rolls-Royce; Harvey Palmer, Rochester Institute of Technology; Mohammad Noori, North Carolina State University; Kathleen Gonzalez Landis, University of Arizona; Ronald Bennett, University of St. Thomas

skills,and design skills. We must teach future engineers to be creative and flexible, to be curious andimaginative.” The Task Force believes that at the graduate level of engineering practice, thecritical skills must include innovation and professional engineering leadership. Mastery of theseskills at Level IV Engineer is the objective of the integrative program of study leading to theprofessional Master of Engineering (M. Eng.). (See Appendix B, C, and D)The Task Force also believes that reinventing engineering education at the graduate level forcreative professional engineering practice requires not only change with an increased emphasistoward professionally oriented curriculum for innovation but also a change with an increasedemphasis on

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Industrial Collaboration & Applications in ET

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Engineering Technology

2006-289: MEASURING CUSTOMER PERCEPTIONS: A COLLABORATIVEPROJECT CONDUCTED BY STUDENTS FOR A MIDWEST TRUCKINGCOMPANYEdie Schmidt, Purdue UniversityKathryne Newton, Purdue UniversityRubina Nashine, Purdue UniversitySorraya Khiewnavawongsa, Purdue University Page 11.917.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2006 Measuring Customer Perceptions: A Collaborative Project Conducted by Students for a Midwest Trucking CompanyCompanies are recognizing the benefits of working with universities on a variety of collaborativeprojects. The benefits, however, accrue to more than just the companies. The students, faculty,and companies all benefit from such partnerships

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Emerging Trends in Engineering Education Poster Session

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michael Alley, Virginia Tech; Jenny Lo, Virginia Tech; Whitney Edmister, Virginia Tech

2006-890: PROMOTING UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH BY CREATING ARESEARCH OPTION IN A TECHNICAL COMMUNICATION COURSEMichael Alley, Virginia Tech Michael Alley is an associate professor in engineering education at Virginia Tech. He is the author of The Craft of Scientific Presentations (Springer-Verlag, 2003).Jenny Lo, Virginia Tech Jenny Lo is an assistant professor in the Department of Engineering Education at Virginia Tech. She is the co-coordinator of the first semester freshmen engineering course, and her interests include curriculum development, undergraduate research, and engineering ethics.Whitney Edmister, Virginia Tech Whitney A. Edmister is the Assistant Director of the Center for the

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TC2K Methods and Models

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Daniel Johnson, Rochester Institute of Technology; Robert Merrill, Rochester Institute of Technology; James Scudder, Rochester Institute of Technology; John Stratton, Rochester Institute of Technology; George Sutherland, Rochester Institute of Technology

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Engineering Technology

2006-1176: A CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT PROCESS FOR A LARGEMULTI-PROGRAM ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENTDaniel Johnson, Rochester Institute of Technology Daniel P. Johnson is the Program Chair for the Manufacturing Engineering Technology Program at RIT. Prior to joining the MMET Faculty he was Director of RIT’s Manufacturing Management and Leadership Program and a 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.Robert Merrill, Rochester Institute of Technology Professor Merrill is the Program Chair for the

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Successful Grant Proposals

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dorene Perez, Illinois Valley Community College; James Gibson, Illinois Valley Community College; Rose Marie Lynch, Illinois Valley Community College

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Engineering Technology

2006-599: UTILIZING A CAPSTONE PROJECT AS A CATALYST FORREENGINEERING, RECRUITMENT AND RETENTIONDorene Perez, Illinois Valley Community College Dorene Perez, Program Director/Instructor of CAD/CAE at IVCC, was one of the MIMIC project originators. Co-leader of the Tech Prep team, she has been recognized for her pioneering in the development of online courses. She is the PI for NSF grant #0501885 and is participating in an NSF-funded revision of the CAD program at Moraine Valley Community College. Before teaching, she served as a CAD manager in industry.James Gibson, Illinois Valley Community College Jim Gibson is the Program Director/Instructor of Electronics at IVCC. He is a past State Director