Conference Session

Hands-On Learning in ET II

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jack Li, Purdue University, Fort Wayne

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

Paper ID #43164Using Brightspace to Create Multi-Format Lab Manuals to Enhance StudentPerformanceDr. Jack Li, Purdue University, Fort Wayne JACK LI is an assistant professor of electrical engineering technology in the School of Polytechnic at Purdue University Fort Wayne. He earned his BS, MS, and PhD degrees in electronics engineering. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Using Brightspace to Create Multi-format Lab Manuals to Enhance Student PerformanceI. INTRODUCTIONHands-on practices are crucial for every engineering technology student as they not only aid

Conference Session

Hands-On Learning in ET I

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Immanuel Edinbarough, The University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley; Jose Jaime Taha-Tijerina, The University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

Paper ID #41424Prototyping Low-Cost Tribometer with Block on Ring Configuration for theOptimization of Metal-Forming ApplicationsDr. Immanuel Edinbarough, The University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley Dr. Immanuel A. Edinbarough is a Professor and Lead in the Engineering technology program in the Department of Informatics and Engineering Systems at the College of Engineering and Computer Science, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.Dr. Jose Jaime Taha-Tijerina, The University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024“Prototyping a Low-cost Block-On-Ring Tribometer for

Conference Session

ET Capstone Design Projects

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Junkun Ma, Sam Houston State University; Reg Recayi Pecen, Sam Houston State University

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

Paper ID #43191Incorporating the Design and Development of an Educational AutomatedManufacturing System Utilizing Desktop Equipment into Instruction of VariousCoursesDr. Junkun Ma, Sam Houston State University Dr. Junkun Ma is currently a Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology at Sam Houston State University (SHSU). He teaches courses in areas related to product design, manufacturing processes, CAD, and HVAC. His research interests include finite element analysis, powder metallurgy, and sintering.Dr. Reg Recayi Pecen, Sam Houston State University Dr. Reg Pecen is currently serving as a Quanta Endowed professor of

Conference Session

Innovative Pedagogical Strategies I

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Venkata Avinash Paruchuri, University of Wisconsin, Platteville; Ismail Fidan, Tennessee Technological University; Fred Vondra, Tennessee Technological University

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

Paper ID #42818Implementation of Project Based Learning in a Senior-Level Class in theEngineering Technology Program to Enhance Employment OpportunitiesDr. Venkata Avinash Paruchuri, University of Wisconsin, Platteville Dr. Avinash Paruchuri is a faculty member in the department of Industrial and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin - Platteville. His research interests include engineering education, thermal/fluid sciences, alternative fuels, and renewable energy .Dr. Ismail Fidan, Tennessee Technological University Currently, Dr. Fidan serves as a Professor of the Department of Manufacturing and Engineering

Conference Session

Assessment and Continuous Improvement

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Orlando M Ayala, Old Dominion University; Kristie Gutierrez, Old Dominion University; Isaac Koduah Kumi, Old Dominion University; Francisco Cima; Stacie I Ringleb, Old Dominion University; Krishnanand Kaipa, Old Dominion University; Danielle Marie Rhemer, Old Dominion University; Pilar Pazos, Old Dominion University; Jennifer Jill Kidd, Old Dominion University

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

Paper ID #42313Long-term Impact of a Semester-long Multidisciplinary Service-Learning Assignmentin a Fluid Mechanics CourseDr. Orlando M Ayala, Old Dominion University Dr. Ayala received his BS in Mechanical Engineering with honors (Cum Laude) from Universidad de Oriente (Venezuela) in 1995, MS in Mechanical Engineering in 2001, and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering in 2005, both from the University of Delaware (USA). Dr. Ayala is currently serving as Associate Professor of the Mechanical Engineering Technology Department, at Frank Batten College of Engineering and Technology, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA. Prior

Conference Session

Innovative Pedagogical Strategies I

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas Lucas, Purdue University; Bhavana Kotla, Purdue Polytechnic Graduate Programs; Katey Shirey, EduKatey; Lisa Bosman, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

Paper ID #41143Motivating Students to Engage, Collaborate, and Persist with Classroom PodcastCreationDr. Thomas Lucas, Purdue University Dr. Lucas’ primary goal as a professor is to engage with students in the classroom and inspire them to develop their passion, understanding, and appreciation for STEM-based research and industry roles. This is accomplished by providing well-crafted and innovative learning experiences in engineering technology courses and through extracurricular outreach. His research background is in 3D (out-of-plane) micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) sensor and actuator design. His current teaching

Conference Session

Experiential Learning in ET Programs I

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jeevan Shridhar Devagiri, Michigan Technological University; Paniz Khanmohammadi Hazaveh, Michigan Technological University; Nathir Rawashdeh, Michigan Technological University; Sai Revanth Reddy Dudipala, Michigan Technological University; Pratik Mohan Deshmukh, Michigan Technological University; Aditya Prasad Karmarkar, Michigan Technological University

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

Paper ID #41192PLC Multi-Robot Integration via Ethernet for Human Operated Quality SamplingJeevan Shridhar Devagiri, Michigan Technological University Masters in mechatronics and Robotics from Michigan technological university, interest in Automation and Controls.Dr. Paniz Khanmohammadi Hazaveh, Michigan Technological University Dr. Hazaveh received her PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the Michigan Technological University in 2018 with a focus on Single Electron Transistors. She is the program director for BS in Mechatronics/EET and an associate teaching professor in the department of Applied Computing.Dr

Conference Session

Hands-On Learning in ET I

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gang Sun, Northern Kentucky University

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

Paper ID #41206Practical Learning in Microcontroller Courses Using Novel MISL-ASE EmbeddedSystem Development BoardsDr. Gang Sun, Northern Kentucky University Dr. Gang Sun is currently an associate professor of Engineering Technology programs at Northern Kentucky University. His primary teaching areas are digital & analog electronics, embedded systems design, programming for engineering applications, industrial automation, control, and Capstone design. Research interests include designing mechatronic/electronic systems that integrate embedded systems, programmable logic controllers, machine vision, real-time operation

Conference Session

Experiential Learning in ET Programs II

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ahmad Fayed, Southeastern Louisiana University

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

Paper ID #44057Preliminary Investigation of Dimensional Accuracy of 3D-Printed PLA—AProject-Based Learning Experience (WIP)Dr. Ahmad Fayed, Southeastern Louisiana University Ahmad Fayed is an Associate Professor of engineering technology, and the holder of the Bell South endowed professorship in industrial and engineering technology at Southeastern Louisiana University (SELU). Ahmad completed his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering at University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) and taught engineering classes at multiple schools including Al-Azhar University, King Saud University, University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV), University of

Conference Session

Computers in Education 8 - Video Technology

Collection

2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jianyu Dong, California State University, Los Angeles; Jim Kuo; Pearl Chen, California State University, Los Angeles; John Bachman, California State University, Los Angeles

practices in videodevelopment including technology and lessons learned with the broader engineering educationcommunity.IntroductionAs we enter the third year of the Pandemic, educators and academic leaders across the nation areseriously considering what the future landscape of higher education will look like. Manytechnology-enabled teaching strategies, including asynchronous video modules, will stay andgain wider use even after the institutions return to in-person instruction [1]. Michael Noetel at el.reported their systematic study on the effect of video on learning in higher education andconcluded that video can achieve the same (and sometimes better) learning outcomes comparedto other instructional methods [2]. Various types of video modules

Conference Session

Using Technology to Support Learning in Mechanics

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Ning Fang, Utah State University

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Mechanics

Paper ID #32253In-Class Real-Time Assessments of Students’ Fundamental Vector andCalculus Skills in an Undergraduate Engineering Dynamics CourseProf. Ning Fang, Utah State University Ning Fang is a Professor in the Department of Engineering Education at Utah State University, U.S.A. He has taught a variety of courses at both graduate and undergraduate levels, such as engineering dy- namics, metal machining, and design for manufacturing. His areas of interest include computer-assisted instructional technology, curricular reform in engineering education, and the modeling and optimization of manufacturing processes. He earned

Conference Session

Technology and Tools for IE Education

Collection

2004 Annual Conference

Authors

Andrew Jackson

Session 3157 Motion-Tracking Technology & Three-Dimensional Displays Provide Leading-Edge Research & Educational Tools to Industrial Engineering Students at Texas A&M University-Commerce Andrew E. Jackson, Ph.D. Texas A&M University-CommerceAbstract In the fall of 2002, a new Industrial Engineering program was established at Texas A&MUniversity-Commerce (TAMUC). A central component of this new undergraduate program is areconfigurable, modularized Human Factors & Ergonomics Laboratory (HFEL) that will providestudents

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Learning and Teaching Experiences

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Brett Hamlin, Michigan Technological University; AJ Hamlin, Michigan Technological University; Tori Claudette Reeder; Josh Chase, Michigan Technological University; Mary Raber, Michigan Technological University; Laura Vidal-Chiesa, Michigan Technological University; Modupe Omolara Yusuf, Michigan Technological University; Abraham Romney, Michigan Technological University; Marika Seigel, Michigan Technological University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

Paper ID #34213Work-In-Progress: Leveraging Interdisciplinary Topics in First-yearEngineeringDr. Brett Hamlin, Michigan Technological University Brett Hamlin is a student centered educator who focuses his effort in active collaborative discovery based learning designed around student driven interests. Dr. Hamlin spends much of his time engaging and mentoring students to guide them towards answering their own questions. Dr. Hamlin a Senior Lecturer and Interim Chair of the Department of Engineering Fundamentals at Michigan Technological University.Dr. AJ Hamlin, Michigan Technological University AJ Hamlin is a Principal

Conference Session

Effective Learning Innovations in Civil Engineering Courses

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Heiko Merle, Darmstadt University of Technology; Joerg Lange, Darmstadt University of Technology

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Civil Engineering

AC 2007-1812: ANALYSIS OF ELABORATED ADOPTION PROCESSES TOIDENTIFY THE OPTIMAL STRATEGY OF LEARNINGHeiko Merle, Darmstadt University of TechnologyJoerg Lange, Darmstadt University of Technology Page 12.239.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Analysis of elaborated adoption processes to identify the optimal strategy of learningIntroductionELearning has raised great expectations and promises, which have not been reached by now.Both effectiveness and sustainability have not been accomplished in the anticipated degree.Engineers with their conservative teaching style are particularly critical on eLearningtechniques. Two reasons

Conference Session

Experiential and Service Learning

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Margaret Bailey, Rochester Institute of Technology; Elizabeth DeBartolo, Rochester Institute of Technology

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

AC 2007-1814: USING THE EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING MODEL AND COURSEASSESSMENT TO TRANSFORM A MULTIDISCIPLINARY SENIOR DESIGNCOURSE SEQUENCEMargaret Bailey, Rochester Institute of Technology MARGARET BAILEY, registered professional engineer, is the Kate Gleason Chair and Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering at RIT. She earned her BSE at Pennsylvania State University in 1988 and her Ph.D. at University of Colorado at Boulder in 1998. She conducts research with students using advanced thermodynamic analyses and neural network modeling applied to various, energy-intensive, complex mechanical systems. Dr. Bailey serves in numerous leadership roles within her college, including Executive Director of

Conference Session

Innovations to Curriculum and Program

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kurt Paterson, Michigan Technological University; Michelle Jarvie, Michigan Technological University

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Environmental Engineering

AC 2008-1070: GENDER DIFFERENCES IN THE VALUES OF MINORITY HIGHSCHOOL STUDENTS THAT AFFECT ENGINEERING DISCIPLINE CHOICE &RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ATTRACTING MINORITIES TOENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERINGKurt Paterson, Michigan Technological UniversityMichelle Jarvie, Michigan Technological University Page 13.640.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Gender Differences in the Values of Minority High School Students that Affect Engineering Discipline Choice & Recommendations for Attracting Minorities to Environmental EngineeringAbstractIn the summer of 2007, Michigan Technological University held a week longEngineering Explorations

Conference Session

Engineering Ethics, Academic Integrity

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shobi Sivadasan, Stevens Institute of Technology; Brian Sauser, Stevens Institute of Technology

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Engineering Ethics

AC 2009-1574: UNDERSTANDING PLAGIARISM USING BOARDMAN'SSOFT-SYSTEMS METHODOLOGYShobi Sivadasan, Stevens Institute of Technology Currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Systems Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology. She completed her Masters in Engineering Management from Stevens in 2006 and Bachelors of Engineering in Applied Electronics and Instrumentation from India in 1998. She currently serves as Lecturer and SDOE Program Manager at the School of Systems and Enterprises at Stevens.Brian Sauser, Stevens Institute of Technology Currently Assistant Professor in Systems Engineering at the School of Systems and Enterprises at Stevens Institute of Technology. He completed his Ph.D. in

Conference Session

Meeting the Needs of Engineering Faculty, Researchers, and Students

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William Baer, Georgia Institute of Technology; Lisha Li, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Engineering Libraries

AC 2009-387: LIBRARY AND INFORMATION USE PATTERNS BYENGINEERING FACULTY AND STUDENTSWilliam Baer, Georgia Institute of Technology Engineering Librarian GA Tech LibraryLisha Li, Georgia Institute of Technology Engineering Librarian GA Tech Library Page 14.849.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Library and Information Use Patterns by Engineering Faculty and StudentsAbstractThis paper reports the results of a survey conducted at the Georgia Institute of Technology. Thestudents and faculty of the schools of civil and mechanical engineering were asked about howthey use the library. They were also asked questions

Conference Session

ChE: Departmental Issues and Integrating Freshmen into the ChE Program

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Pedro Arce, Tennessee Technological University; Donald Visco, Tennessee Technological University

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Chemical Engineering

2006-1075: A FRESHMAN COURSE IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING: MERGINGFIRST-YEAR EXPERIENCES WITH DISCIPLINE-SPECIFIC NEEDSDonald Visco, Tennessee Technological University Donald P. Visco, Jr. is an Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering and Undergraduate Program Coordinator at Tennessee Technological University. He received his Ph. D. in 1999 from the University at Buffalo, SUNY. His research focuses on molecular design for the chemical process and pharmaceutical industries.Pedro Arce, Tennessee Technological University Pedro E. Arce is a Professor of Chemical Engineering and Chair of the Department of Chemical Engineering At Tennessee Tech University. Dr. Arce is strong advocate of modernization of

Conference Session

Feedback and IT: Improving Student Learning

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas Steinborn, Darmstadt University of Technology; Joerg Lange, Darmstadt University of Technology

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Civil Engineering

2006-847: LECTURE HALL VS. ONLINE TEACHING – A CONTRADICTION?Joerg Lange, Darmstadt University of Technology Jörg Lange, Full Professor of Steel Structures since 1997, prior to this 10 years of experience in steel design and fabrication. Research focus in steel and composite structures, thin-walled steel, and teaching and learning processes in structural engineering.Thomas Steinborn, Darmstadt University of Technology Thomas Steinborn, civil engineer and research assistant since 2002. Research focus in teaching and learning processes in structural engineering. Page 11.881.1© American Society for

Conference Session

IED Technical Session: Preparing Programs for the Future

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Elizandro, Tennessee Technological University; David H. Huddleston, Tennessee Technological University

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Diversity

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Industrial Engineering

Paper ID #21400A Systems Approach to Accredited Program Accountability in Regional Uni-versitiesDr. David Elizandro, Tennessee Technological University David Elizandro is a professor of engineering at Tennessee Tech University where he teaches decision sciences in the Department of Computer Science. He earned a BS in chemical engineering, MBA, and PhD in industrial engineering. Professor Elizandro has served in a variety of administrative and leadership roles in science and engineering education. Professor Elizandro has numerous publications and presentations in areas such as expert systems, data communications

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Technical Session 9

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David S. Bowden, Lawrence Technological University; James A. Mynderse, Lawrence Technological University

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Mechanical Engineering

Engineering at Lawrence Technological University. His research interests include mechatronics, dynamic systems, and control with applications to piezoelectric actuators, hysteresis, and perception. He serves as the faculty advisor for the LTU Baja SAE team. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 From Industry to the Classroom: A Low-Cost Hardware-In-Loop Simulator for Classic Controls ExperimentsAbstractControl system design and validation can be a frustrating experience for many students. Thesestudents benefit from the inclusion of a laboratory component that provides a hands-onexperience to complement lecture. However, physical space and funding for educational labs arealways

Conference Session

Environmental Engineering Pedagogy and Innovation

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Johanna Lönngren, Chalmers University of Technology; Magdalena Svanström, Chalmers University of Technology

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Environmental Engineering

Paper ID #11545Assessing ”Wicked Sustainability Problem”-Literacy in Engineering Educa-tionMs. Johanna Lonngren, Chalmers University of Technology Johanna L¨onngren is a PhD student in the Engineering Education Research group at Chalmers University of Technology. She holds an MSc degree in Engineering Nanoscience from the Faculty of Engineer- ing at Lund University in Sweden. Her main research interest is engineering education for sustainable development, particularly students’ approaches to wicked sustainability problems.Dr. Magdalena Svanstr¨om, Chalmers University of Technology Magdalena Svanstr¨om is an Associate

Conference Session

PBL and Flipped Classrooms in Civil Engineering Education

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Adam J. Lobbestael, Lawrence Technological University; Matthew Sleep, Oregon Institute of Technology

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Civil Engineering

Paper ID #15013Investigating the Effectiveness of New Geotechnical Engineering Problem-Based Learning Modules for Student Comprehension and Attitude at TwoUniversitiesDr. Adam J. Lobbestael, Lawrence Technological University Dr. Lobbestael is an Assistant Professor at Lawrence Technological University in Southfield, Michigan. He received his PhD in Civil Engineering from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, specializing in geotechnical engineering. His research interests include dams and levees, slope stability, numerical mod- eling, geotechnical earthquake engineering, soil liquefaction, and engineering education. Dr

Conference Session

Opening Up: Data, Open Access, and Open Educational Resources

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Fred Rascoe, Georgia Institute of Technology; Lisha Li, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Diversity

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Engineering Libraries

Paper ID #28741Research data practices of aerospace engineering faculty: A qualitativestudyFred Rascoe, Library, Georgia Institute of Technology Fred Rascoe is the Scholarly Communication Librarian and the Aerospace Engineering Librarian at the Georgia Institute of Technology Library.Lisha Li, Georgia Institute of Technology Lisha Li has been a Science and Engineering librarian at the Georgia Tech Library since 2005. Currently in the Campus Engagement and Scholarly Outreach department, she is the subject liaison for the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. c American Society for

Conference Session

Improving ME Education: Trends in Mechanical Engineering I

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wayne Whiteman, Georgia Institute of Technology; Brian Mathews, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Mechanical Engineering

AC 2007-29: IS IT REAL OR IS IT MEMOREX: A DISTANCE LEARNINGEXPERIENCEWayne Whiteman, Georgia Institute of Technology WAYNE E. WHITEMAN Wayne E. Whiteman is a Senior Academic Professional and Director of the Office of Student Services in the Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. He received his BS degree from the United States Military Academy in 1979, a master’s degree from MIT in 1987, and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Tech in 1996. Whiteman is a retired Colonel in the U.S. Army and completed 24 years of active military service. He served on the West Point faculty from 1987 to 1990, and 1998 to 2003.Brian Mathews, Georgia Institute of

Conference Session

Software and e-learning in the ME curriculum

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Frank Fisher, Stevens Institute of Technology; Constantin Chassapis, Stevens Institute of Technology

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Mechanical Engineering

2006-1641: GUIDED CAE SOFTWARE LEARNING MODULES FOR THEUNDERGRADUATE MECHANICAL ENGINEERING CURRICULUMFrank Fisher, Stevens Institute of Technology Dr. Frank Fisher has been an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, NJ since August 2004. Dr. Fisher earned BS degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mathematics from the University of Pittsburgh, Masters degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Learning Sciences (School of Education and Social Policy), and a PhD in Mechanical Engineering, all from Northwestern University. Prior to his current appointment he spent for two years as a post-doctoral research associate for the

Conference Session

Incorporating Projects into the Curriculum

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joshua Vaughan, Georgia Institute of Technology; William Singhose, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Mechanical Engineering

2006-1791: ARLISS: A MULTIDISCIPLINARY EXTRACURRICULAR DESIGNPROJECT FOR UNDERGRADUATESJoshua Vaughan, Georgia Institute of Technology Joshua is a Ph.D. student at the Georgia Institute of Technology. He received his M.S. in Mechanical Engineering in May of 2004. He received a B.S. from Hampden-Sydney College in 2002, double majoring in Physics and Applied Mathematics. Josh was a 2004-2005 NSF STEP Fellow, where he worked at Cedar Grove High School. His Ph.D. research focuses on command generation for flexible machines.William Singhose, Georgia Institute of Technology Dr. William Singhose is an Associate Professor in the Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering at Georgia Institute of

Conference Session

Environmental Engineering Curricula III

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michelle Jarvie, Michigan Technological University; Kurt Paterson, Michigan Technological University

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Environmental Engineering

AC 2007-388: MINORITY STUDENT ENROLLMENT IN ENVIRONMENTALENGINEERING, GENERAL STUDENT PERCEPTIONS OF THE DISCIPLINE,AND STRATEGIES TO ATTRACT AND RETAIN A MORE DIVERSE STUDENTBODYMichelle Jarvie, Michigan Technological UniversityKurt Paterson, Michigan Technological University Page 12.1073.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Minority Student Enrollment in Environmental Engineering, General Student Perceptions of the Discipline, and Strategies to Attract and Retain a More Diverse Student BodyAbstractEnvironmental engineering, as a discipline has celebrated success at incorporating women intoits ranks among undergraduate

Conference Session

Scientific Literature and Data: Proliferation, Storage, and Open Access

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Amy Stout, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Anne Graham, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Engineering Libraries

AC 2007-155: THE DATA DILEMMAAmy Stout, Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyAnne Graham, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Page 12.1402.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 The Data Dilemma There’s a famous allegory about a map of the world that grows in detail until every point in reality has its counterpoint on paper; the twist being that such a map is at once ideally accurate and entirely useless, since it’s the same size as the thing it’s meant to represent 1.IntroductionThe proliferation of scientific data is inspiring a paradigm shift in the way we manageinformation. Scientists frequently use other