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Conference Session
Bridging and Freshman Programs
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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Phillip Mlsna, Northern Arizona University; Janet McShane, Northern Arizona University; Jennifer Maynard, Northern Arizona University; Maya Lanzetta, Northern Arizona University; Chester Ismay, Northern Arizona University; Sarah Brown, Northern Arizona University
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Mathematics
AC 2008-1697: MATHEMATICS SKILLS ASSESSMENT AND TRAINING INFRESHMAN ENGINEERING COURSESPhillip Mlsna, Northern Arizona University Dr. Phillip Mlsna is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Northern Arizona University. His research interests are primarily in image processing, image analysis, computer vision, and engineering education. He has extensive industry experience as a computer hardware design engineer.Janet McShane, Northern Arizona University Dr. Janet McShane is Chair of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Northern Arizona University. Her research interests are primarily in group theory, commutative algebra and
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2008 GSW
Authors
Juan Hernandez; Michael Alegre; Dragan Siljegovic; Robie Calong; Farrokh Attarzadeh; Ankur Shukla; Vishal Naik
Houstonfor potential patent.The network controlled data acquisition drone (drone) is a device that can be remotely controlledfrom almost any other device with an HTML browser. This device will also have the ability totake measurements from an array of sensors that will be displayed on the HTML interface. Mostof the similar devices on the market are controlled via radio frequency and satellites. This limitsthe ability to control these similar devices to a single control station and also the distance atwhich the control station can be from the device. Because the drone will be controlled overstandard networking protocols and operates with an HTML interface, this makes the devicecontrollable from thousands of different products such as computers and
Conference Session
Successful K-12 Programs for Girls & Minorities
Collection
2008 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Leslie Wilkins, Maui Economic Development Board; Isla Young, Maui Economic Development Board, Inc.
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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering
AC 2008-2413: SERVICE LEARNING: COMMUNITY AND CULTURAL VALUESTHAT ENGAGE UNDER REPRESENTED GROUPS INTO THE STEM PIPELINELeslie Wilkins, Maui Economic Development BoardIsla Young, Maui Economic Development Board, Inc. ISLA YOUNG: Ms. Young joined the MEDB Women in Technology Project in December 2003. She serves as a Program Manager working with students, educators, industry leaders, and the community. She serves as the Hawaii statewide coordinator for Project EAST profiled in this paper. She holds a baccalaureate degree in Business and Information Systems form the University of Phoenix. Email: isla@medb.org
Conference Session
Engineering Education in the Mid-East / Asia
Collection
2008 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Raymond Thompson, DAE University
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International
AC 2008-2792: DEVELOPING ENGINEERING EDUCATION IN THE MIDDLEEAST USING THE NORTH AMERICAN MODEL – WHAT ASSUMPTIONS AREVALID?Raymond Thompson, DAE University Raymond E. Thompson is Dean of Aero & Astro Sciences at DAE University, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. raymond.thompson@daeu.ac.ae Page 13.395.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Developing Engineering Education in the Middle East Using the North American Model – What Assumptions Are Valid?AbstractThe development of aerospace and mechanical engineering programs at a new university in theUnited Arab Emirates is a challenging task. A new private
Conference Session
Engineering Design: Implementation and Evaluation
Collection
2009 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
John Layer, University of Evansville; Chris Gwaltney, University of Evansville
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Educational Research and Methods
Learning and Motivation Associated with International Humanitarian ProjectsKeywords: Structural Equation Modeling, Questionnaire, Invariance TestingAbstractThe University of Evansville, Mechanical and Civil Engineering Department facilitates theactive learning of its students by requiring senior mechanical and civil engineering students to beinvolved with a real-world capstone design project during their senior year. These engineeringprojects provide the application of classroom instruction, encourage team work andcommunication skills, and provide an engineered solution that addresses an industrial or societalneed. The typical process is to couple the industrial or societal need to the interest of the seniorengineering
Conference Session
Educating Students for Professional Success
Collection
2009 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Gary Bertoline, Purdue University; Mark Schuver, Purdue University
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Graduate Studies
, or a combination. Courses are taught by full-time tenure track faculty, clinical faculty and adjuncts hired through the Center. Anadministrative structure has been created to manage all professional education efforts in theCollege. This structure is within the Center for Professional Studies and is under theadministrative authority of the Associate Dean for Graduate Programs and Research in theCollege of Technology. Currently there are programs of study being delivered on campus, onsite at a major manufacturing facility in Indianapolis, IN, and in the community of Columbus,IN. Plans are underway to offer additional programs on site, at other locations in Indiana, Ohioand in Washington, DC.Professional Education for Engineers and
Conference Session
ECE Poster Session
Collection
2009 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
John Bowles, University of South Carolina; Caitlin Buchhaults, University of South Carolina; Donald Griffith, University of South Carolina
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Electrical and Computer
AC 2009-1425: VIRTUALIZING FIRST FOR IMPROVED RECRUITMENT OFSTUDENTS IN COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERINGJohn Bowles, University of South Carolina John Bowles is an Associate Professor in the Computer Science and Engineering Department at the University of South Carolina where he teaches and does research in reliable system design. Previously he was employed by NCR Corporation and Bell Laboratories. He has a BS in Engineering Science from the University of Virginia, an MS in Applied Mathematics from the University of Michigan, and a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Rutgers University.Caitlin Buchhaults, University of South Carolina Caitlin Buckhaults is an undergraduate student majoring in Computer
Conference Session
Computational Tools and Simulation I
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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Nabil Lehlou, University of Arkansas; Nebil Buyurgan, University of Arkansas; Justin Chimka, University of Arkansas
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Computers in Education
AC 2009-1519: AN ON-LINE RFID LABORATORY LEARNING ENVIRONMENTAND THE ASSESSMENT OF ITS USERS’ EDUCATIONNabil Lehlou, University of ArkansasNebil Buyurgan, University of ArkansasJustin Chimka, University of Arkansas Page 14.209.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 An Online RFID Laboratory Learning Environment and the Assessment of its User’s EducationAbstractDue to the increasing demand for RFID expertise and the existence of a knowledge gap betweenindustry and academia in this domain, work has been stimulated to help spread understanding inthis field and bridge the gap between theoretical examinations and industrial practices
Conference Session
Curriculum Development and Teaching Models in NRE
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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Brenden Mervin, University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Guillermo Maldonado, University of Tennessee
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Nuclear and Radiological
AC 2009-2516: DEVELOPMENT OF SCALE-BASED EDUCATIONAL MODULESTO INNOVATE REACTOR PHYSICS AND CRITICALITY SAFETY CURRICULABrenden Mervin, University of Tennessee, KnoxvilleGuillermo Maldonado, University of Tennessee Page 14.484.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Development of SCALE-based Educational Modules to Innovate Reactor Physics and Criticality Safety CurriculaAbstractThis paper addresses the development of a modular educational package based on the SCALE(Standardized Computer Analyses for Licensing Evaluation) nuclear analysis system1. Theeducational objective is to supplement theory with practice by introducing students to real
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1996 Annual Conference
Authors
Nancy L. Denton; Christine L. Corum
Session 3675 PLANNING BEYOND PROMOTION Nancy L. Denton, Christine Corum Purdue UniversityABSTRACT Obtaining tenure and receiving one level of promotion often seem to be the overriding concern for newand/or untenured faculty. Administrators and tenured faculty generally encourage this viewpoint, based on theknowledge that, at many campuses, tenure is a requirement for continued employment. While continuedemployment is certainly desired by most faculty, satisfaction with professional and personal accomplishmentsand the
Conference Session
Women Faculty Issues and NSF's ADVANCE program
Collection
2006 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Catherine Pieronek, University of Notre Dame
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Women in Engineering
2006-979: REASONABLE EXPECTATIONS: UNDERSTANDING THE LIMITEDPOWER OF TITLE IX TO TRANSFORM STEM EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMSCatherine Pieronek, University of Notre Dame Catherine Pieronek, J.D., is Assistant Director of Academic Programs and Director of the Women’s Engineering Program at the University of Notre Dame College of Engineering. She has worked as a senior systems engineer on NASA spacecraft projects at TRW Space & Defense Sector, and as Director of External Relations for the Notre Dame Law School. She serves as a faculty advisor and editorial referee for the Journal of College of University Law, a student-edited legal journal published by the Notre Dame Law School and the National
Conference Session
Outreach and Recruitment
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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Stephen Kuyath, University of North Carolina-Charlotte; Deborah Sharer, University of North Carolina-Charlotte
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Minorities in Engineering
2006-532: RECRUITING UNDER-REPRESENTED MINORITIES TOENGINEERING AND ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGYStephen Kuyath, University of North Carolina-Charlotte Stephen Kuyath is an Assistant Professor of Engineering Technology at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. He has taught engineering technology courses at the college level for over 22 years. He has a strong interest in and dedication to improving both traditional and distance engineering education and to encouraging those students typically underrepresented in STEM fields to consider engineering technology as a career.Deborah Sharer, University of North Carolina-Charlotte Deborah Sharer is an Assistant Professor in the Engineering
Conference Session
Two-year College Potpourri
Collection
2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
James Burton Dorsey, Washington MESA; Elizabeth Apple Meza, University of Washington; Phyllis G. Harvey-Buschel, Washington MESA
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Diversity
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Two Year College Division
Paper ID #19518Meeting the Need for Diversity in STEM FieldsMr. James Burton Dorsey, Washington MESA James Dorsey is the executive director of Washington State MESA, a program that prepares and encour- ages underrepresented groups (K16) to pursue science, engineering and technology careers. Dorsey’s professional background includes 25 years with both Washington and California MESA, advancing K-20 STEM education equity on statewide and national levels. Before his tenure with Washington MESA, Dorsey was national director of program development for Cal- ifornia MESA, where he fostered new and enhanced partnerships with
Conference Session
Community Engagement Division Technical Session 1
Collection
2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Kellie Schneider, University of Dayton
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Community Engagement Division
Paper ID #19577Engagement in Practice: Community Engaged Scholarship to Address LocalFood InsecurityDr. Kellie Schneider, University of Dayton Kellie Schneider is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Management, Systems, & Technology at the University of Dayton. Prior to joining the faculty at UD, she was an instructor in the Freshman Engineering Program at the University of Arkansas. She received her Ph.D., M.S. and B.S. all in industrial engineering from the University of Arkansas. She has a variety of research interests including quality & reliability, engineering education, and community-based
Conference Session
Pre-College Engineering Education in the Formal Classroom
Collection
2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Cara N. Morton, Washington State University; Kira J. Carbonneau, Washington State University
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Diversity
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Pre-College Engineering Education
in Journal of Educational Psychology, Contemporary Educational Psychology and Journal of Experimental Education, among other venues. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 The influence of modeling on science self-efficacy among middle school students (evidence based practice paper: teaching approaches)Abstract Engineering lacks a presence in the k-12 classroom except through project or designbased curriculum, which is primarily used to teach science concepts. Educators often recommendincluding instructional strategies that create opportunities to increase a students’ self-efficacy toimprove student achievement in science
Conference Session
ERM Technical Session 6: Technology-enhanced Instruction and Assessment
Collection
2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
David J. Broderick, Central Connecticut State University
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Educational Research and Methods
Paper ID #25633Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis of Use of Online Homework for CircuitAnalysisDr. David J. Broderick, Central Connecticut State University Dr. David Broderick has joined the faculty of the Computer Electronics & Graphics Department. He holds a Ph.D. and M.S. both in Electrical Engineering from Auburn University. Previously, Dr. Broderick has contributed to work for the National Aeronautics & Space Administration, the Army Research Office, and worked for Triumph Engine Control Systems in West Hartford, CT. His interests include mobile robotics, embedded systems, control theory, and machine learning
Conference Session
Program Evaluation Studies
Collection
2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Sally T. Wei, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Trish Wonch Hill, University of Nebraska, Lincoln
Tagged Topics
Diversity
Tagged Divisions
Pre-College Engineering Education
Paper ID #21565An Evaluation on Engineering Identity of K-12 Youth Using the EngineeringAmbassador Network (Evaluation)Ms. Sally T. Wei, University of Nebraska, Lincoln Sally Wei is the Director of K-12 Engineering Education and Outreach for the College of Engineering at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She also serves at the advisor for the Nebraska chapter of the Engineering Ambassadors Network. Prior to this role, Sally has worked over twenty years as an engineer in the computer industry. She holds a B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Illinois, a M.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of
Conference Session
NSF Grantees Poster Session
Collection
2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Agnieszka Miguel, Seattle University
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NSF Grantees Poster Session
Paper ID #23903ECE Scholars: NSF S-STEM GrantDr. Agnieszka Miguel, Seattle University Agnieszka Miguel received her Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering in 2001 from the University of Wash- ington, and MSEE and BSEE from Florida Atlantic University in 1996 and 1994. Dr. Miguel’s profes- sional interests involve image processing, machine learning, and engineering education especially active learning, diversity, retention, and recruitment. Her teaching interests include MATLAB, circuits, linear systems, and digital image processing. She is a member of the IEEE, ASEE, SWE, and Tau Beta Pi. Currently, Dr. Miguel is the Chair of
Conference Session
International Division Technical Session 3
Collection
2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Julianne Vernon, University of Michigan; Claude Brathwaite, City College of New York, NYC Louis Stokes Alliance
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Diversity
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International
Paper ID #15025Authentic International Research Experience: Program Model in Cartagena,ColombiaDr. Julianne Vernon, University of Michigan Julianne Vernon is a Research Program Officer at the University of Michigan, the College of Literature, Science, and Arts where she is coordinating the implementation of faculty led research projects into introductory chemistry and biology lab courses. She received her bachelors of engineering in chemical engineering from the City College of New York and her doctorate degree at University of Florida in Environmental Engineering. She has experience developing international and national
Conference Session
Engineering Management Division Technical Session 2
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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Christine G. Nicometo, University of Wisconsin, Madison; Jeffrey S. Russell, University of Wisconsin, Madison
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Engineering Management
Paper ID #12340Filling in the Gaps: An Interdisciplinary Approach for Teaching ProfessionalCompetencies to Graduate Engineers (Work in Progress)Ms. Christine G. Nicometo, University of Wisconsin, Madison Christine Nicometo is the Program Director for Professional Literacies Courses in the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Department of Engineering Professional Development. She has taught technical communication online for over a decade as a faculty member in the following online programs: Master of Engineering Management; Master of Engineering in Engine Systems; Master of Engineering in Sustain- able Systems. Her co
Conference Session
ECCD Innovative Teaching Methods & Outreach
Collection
2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Lynn Albers, North Carolina State University
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Energy Conversion and Conservation
Paper ID #12256The Energy Engineering and Education Outreach Model and the Need toPromote ST(EE)2MDr. Lynn Albers, North Carolina State University Dr. Lynn Albers is a proponent of Hands-On Activities in the classroom and during out-of-school time programs. She believes that they complement any teaching style thereby reaching all learning styles. She just recently earned her doctorate in Mechanical Engineering from North Carolina State University where her research spanned three colleges and focused on Engineering Education; the first of its kind for NCSU. Her passions include but are not limited to Engineering Education
Conference Session
NSF Grantees’ Poster Session
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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Matthew W. Ohland, Purdue University; Clemencia M. Cosentino, Mathematica Policy Research; Catherine E. Brawner, Research Triangle Educational Consultants; Catherine Mobley, Clemson University; Russell Andrew Long, Purdue University, West Lafayette
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NSF Grantees Poster Session
awards from the Journal of Engineering Education in 2008 and 2011 and from the IEEE Transactions on Education in 2011. Dr. Ohland is Chair of the IEEE Curriculum and Pedagogy Committee and an ABET Program Evaluator for ASEE. He was the 2002–2006 President of Tau Beta Pi and is a Fellow of the ASEE and IEEE.Dr. Clemencia M. Cosentino, Mathematica Policy Research Clemencia Cosentino (Ph.D., Sociology, Princeton University), a Senior Researcher and Area Leader at Mathematica Policy Research, is the former director of the Program for Evaluation and Equity Research at the Urban Institute. Over the past 20 years, her work has focused on evaluating efforts and studying factors that influence the participation of
Conference Session
Pedagogy and Learning Within Engineering Design Graphics II
Collection
2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Daniel P. Kelly, North Carolina State University; Aaron C. Clark, North Carolina State University; Jeremy V. Ernst, Virginia Tech; Kevin Gregory Sutton, North Carolina State University
Tagged Topics
Diversity
Tagged Divisions
Engineering Design Graphics
Paper ID #15738Flipped Instruction in Engineering Graphics Courses: Current Landscapeand Preliminary Study Results of Instructors’ PerceptionsMr. Daniel P. Kelly, North Carolina State University Daniel P. Kelly is a doctoral student in the Technology Education Program at North Carolina State Uni- versity. Prior to his current position as a Graduate Research Assistant at NC State, Daniel was a middle and high school technology and engineering teacher in Durham and Wake Forest, North Carolina. Daniel has earned a BA in Physics from SUNY Potsdam and an MS in Technology Education from NC State. His thesis STEM Teacher
Conference Session
Mathematics Division Technical Session 1
Collection
2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Roes Arief Budiman P.Eng., University of Calgary
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Mathematics
Paper ID #15903Using Card Games for Conditional Probability, Explaining Gamma vs. Pois-son Distributions, and Weighing Central Limit TheoryDr. Roes Arief Budiman P.Eng., University of Calgary Received PhD in Materials Science and Engineering at University of Toronto in 2001. Currently a Senior Instructor at University of Calgary and have been teaching Probability & Statistics for Engineers course in the past three years. Maintain a small research group (1 PhD, 1 MEng) on pipeline failure and reliability. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 USING CARD GAMES FOR CONDITIONAL
Conference Session
Issues in Engineering Technology Education II
Collection
2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Patricia Fox, Indiana University - Purdue University, Indianapolis; Charles McIntyre, Indiana University - Purdue University, Indianapolis; Tiffany Erin Whinery, Indiana University - Purdue University, Indianapolis
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Diversity
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Engineering Technology
Paper ID #16870Who Will Lead Next: Where are the New Volunteers?Prof. Patricia Fox, Indiana University - Purdue University, Indianapolis Professor Patricia Fox is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Technology Leadership and Communication in the Purdue School of Engineering and Technology at Indiana University-Purdue Uni- versity Indianapolis (IUPUI). Pat has been a member of the faculty for over 32 years. She has previously served as Associate Chair and Associate Dean in the School. Pat teaches leadership, ethics, sustainabil- ity, and study abroad courses. She has held a number of leadership roles in the
Conference Session
Materials Division Technical Session 3
Collection
2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Hannah Melia, Granta Design, Ltd.
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Materials
Paper ID #22290New Resources for Introduction to Materials ClassMrs. Hannah Melia, Granta Design, Ltd. Hannah Melia leads the Teaching Resources Team at Granta Design and has responsibility for Materials Educational Resources. She has a degree in Materials Science and Metallurgy and a Post Graduate Cer- tificate in Design, Manufacturing and Management from the University of Cambridge. She has worked in the United States and Germany on medical device design and technology transfer. Over the last 9 years she has interacted with academics that use CES EduPack around the world. c American Society for
Collection
2019 ASEE Zone I Conference & Workshop
Authors
M. Nazrul Islam; Joseph Abel; Qinghai Gao
Computer Security in Undergraduate Curriculum M. Nazrul Islam, Joseph Abel and Qinghai Gao Security Systems & Law Enforcement Technology Farmingdale State College, State University of New York Email: islamn@farmingdale.edu ABSTRACTDigital information and infrastructure are crucial components in every aspect of today’s world.There is a huge need for security professionals with expertise to analyze the security threats, designand develop security tools, and manage and update security architecture. A computer securitytechnology program is developed for undergraduate curriculum following the industry
Conference Session
Distance, Remote, and Virtual Experiments
Collection
2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Trishna Das, University of Minnesota-ECE; Paul Imbertson, University of Minnesota-ECE; Ned Mohan, University of Minnesota
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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies
AC 2007-2118: COLLABORATIVE LEARNING IN LABORATORY-ORIENTEDCOURSES USING WEB CONFERENCING FOR SHARED CONTROL OFPHYSICAL LABORATORY EXPERIMENTSTrishna Das, University of Minnesota-ECE Trishna Das, received BE degree in 2005 (in Electrical & Electronics) from College of Engineering, Guindy, Anna University, India. She is currently a graduate student in the University of Minnesota, pursuing MS leading to PhD in Electrical Engineering. Her areas of interest are power electronic devices and drives.Paul Imbertson, University of Minnesota-ECE Paul Imbertson received the BS (’83) MS (’94) and PhD (’97) in electrical engineering, all from the University of Minnesota. He has worked in power
Conference Session
Teaching Strategies in Graphics
Collection
2006 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Yi-hsiang Chang, Purdue University; Craig Miller, Purdue University
Tagged Divisions
Engineering Design Graphics
2006-2495: USING COMPUTER SIMULATION TO TEACH UNDERGRADUATEENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY STUDENTS ERGONOMICSYi-hsiang Chang, Purdue UniversityCraig Miller, Purdue University Page 11.1379.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2006 USING COMPUTER SIMULATION TO TEACH UNDERGRADUATE ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY STUDENTS ERGONOMICS Yi-hsiang Chang and Craig L. Miller Department of Computer Graphics Technology Purdue UniversityAbstractIn this article, we are presenting a senior level course module on ergonomics that was developedat Purdue University
Conference Session
Student Learning and Teamwork
Collection
2007 Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Janice Girouard, University of Hartford; Ivana Milanovic, University of Hartford; Tom Eppes, University of Hartford
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Engineering Technology
Engineering from Polytechnic University, NY, and M.S. and B.S. from University of Belgrade in Yugoslavia.Tom Eppes, University of Hartford TOM EPPES is an Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture at the University of Hartford. He holds Bachelor and Master of Science degrees in Electrical Engineering from Texas A&M University and a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan. Page 12.417.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Creating Flexible and Distinct Engineering Technology