Conference Session

Understanding the Military Veteran's Human Resource Needs - Transition from Military Service to the Engineering Profession

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

B. Grant Crawford, Quinnipiac University; Jason B Burke, Quinnipiac University

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Diversity

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Military and Veterans Constituent Committee

usually exited the military prior to September 11, 2001 and are not eligible for Post 9/11GI Bill benefits. The Post 9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33) awards veterans serving in the Armed Forces on orafter September 11, 2001, a maximum of 36 months of education benefits. This benefit pays apercentage of tuition, a Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH), and a book stipend based on theamount of active duty time served by the veteran. Table 1 is a summary of the award percentageearned based on the active duty time served. This information is useful for understanding atwhat level a specific student veteran’s education is funded. In speaking with a student veteran,two useful questions to ask them are, “How long did you serve on active duty?” and “Are

Conference Session

Diversity in Community Engagement Implementation I

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alison B. Hoxie, University of Minnesota Duluth; Mary U Christiansen, University of Minnesota Duluth

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Diversity

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Community Engagement Division

each student team andcorresponding business with a free, donated commercial energy audit. This allowed the studentsto experience how an energy audit works and provided the businesses with useful energyinformation for their organization. Since these projects and the positive feedback from thebusinesses, the local utility has adopted a new policy where any commercial organization in thecity can get a free energy audit.Six local business owners participated in the 17 projects, meaning that all of the owners hadbetween 2-4 teams working with them over the course of the semester. All of the businessesinvolved volunteered their time to participate in these projects. A brief summary of each is asfollows: ● Local Brewing Company 1 is not even five

Conference Session

Teaching Problem Solving in a Multidisciplinary Context

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kerrie A Douglas, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Tanya Faltens, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Heidi A. Diefes-Dux, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Krishna Madhavan, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

are: (1) domainspecific; (2) easily accessible; (3) consistent in terms of graphical user interface, and (4)authentic research tools. Furthermore, Magana and colleagues conducted a qualitative study ofinstructors who use nanoHUB.org computational simulations in the classroom and found thatthey used simulations for eight different learning purposes, which can be categorized as servingtwo general purposes: learning through building simulations and learning through usingsimulations.Integration of How People Learn with Classroom Use of Computational SimulationsWhile instructors may have differing purposes and ways of integrating computationalsimulations in their lessons, the synthesis of research from the learning sciences can inform whatpromises

Conference Session

Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 4

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Eric D Smith, University of Texas, El Paso; Oscar H. Salcedo, University of Texas, El Paso; Aditya Akundi, University of Texas, El Paso

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Systems Engineering

complex systems, including socio-technicalsystems and the integration of human decision making. US News and World report hasidentified a significant trend in Law Schools increasingly recruiting applicants with science, Page 26.1048.2engineering, and mathematics backgrounds.1 The law, on the other hand, has progressively hadto include technical considerations as it maintains its relevance in modern society. Secondly,while the law has remained insular because of its professional organization, the law has becomeincreasingly accessible, discoverable and analyzable. Engineering, is increasingly participatingin society beyond the traditional engineering

Conference Session

Broadening Participation in Engineering

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Coleen Carrigan, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo; Eve A. Riskin, University of Washington; Jim L Borgford-Parnell, University of Washington; Priti N Mody-Pan, University of Washington; Dawn Wiggin, University of Washington; Sonya Cunningham, University of Washington

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods

Diversifying the field of engineering is an on-going challenge. Supporting and advancingunderrepresented students requires developing and refining targeted outreach, recruitment,support, and academic services for all students. To ensure inclusivity in diversity outreachefforts, we must ask ourselves, “Is higher education serving the higher good?” and “Who are wemissing – who is still underserved by our policies and programs?” A report, sponsored by theJack Kent Cooke Foundation, identified students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds as avulnerable group with significantly lower rates of degree completion in higher education.1 Ourqualitative research was motivated by the belief that attention to students’ income standpoint iscritical to ensuring

Conference Session

The Human Element of Librarianship

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Angela Henshilwood, University of Toronto; Cristina Sewerin, University of Toronto; Michelle Spence, University of Toronto; Tracy Zahradnik, University of Toronto

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Engineering Libraries

correlation between active mentoring practices and employeeretention rates.1. IntroductionThe Oxford English Dictionary defines “mentor” as “a person who acts as guide and adviser toanother person, esp. one who is younger and less experienced. Later, more generally: a personwho offers support and guidance to another; an experienced and trusted counsellor or friend; apatron, a sponsor”1. In their survey of members of one chapter of the Medical LibraryAssociation, Kwasik et al (2006) found that 71% of respondents to a survey about mentoringanswered yes to the question “do you consider having a mentor or mentors a critical part of yourprofessional experience?”2. Ross’s (2013) literature review presents a range of reasons for andapproaches to mentorship

Conference Session

Make It!

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Christopher P. Pung, Grand Valley State University; Debbie Morrow MLIS, Grand Valley State University

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Manufacturing

significant impact on the awareness of 3D design and modeling as apowerful and attainable skill among students in a widening assortment of majors. In turn agrowing demand can be expected for more centrally and generally accessible fabricationfacilities at Grand Valley.Notes 1. Devaney, L. “MakerBot center brings 3D printing to UMass Amherst Du Bois Library; connects students, community with 3D printing.” (Mar. 24, 2015). Blog. http://www.ecampusnews.com/business- news/innovation-center-3d-389/. Accessed Mar. 24, 2015. 2. “Makerspace – University Libraries – Grand Valley State University”. [n.d.] http://gvsu.edu/library/maker- space-228.htm. Accessed Mar. 18, 2015. 3. Niewiada, K. “Restoring Vintage with 3D Printing

Conference Session

Make It!

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Byron Doyle, Brigham Young University; Colby Goettel, BYU; Lane Broadbent, Brigham Young University; Dale C Rowe, Brigham Young University

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Diversity

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Manufacturing

SecurityAbstractPhysical security analysts have always sought to overcome challenges in security infrastructureusing novel approaches and new technology. One of these challenges is preset, mechanical lockmechanisms.1 3D printing technology provides a valuable tool for those interested in attacking orbypassing high-security locks. This technology can allow such practitioners to create keyblanks or replicas from key data such as physical key measurements or photographic evidence.IntroductionPreset, mechanical locks are generally vulnerable to a variety of attacks, but due to theenormity of designs and technologies in the world today, each lock typically requires a differenttechnique to exploit or bypass. For example, simple pin and wafer locks can be picked

Conference Session

Make It!

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Emily Ann Marasco, University of Calgary

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Manufacturing

. Create! Official festival photo: http://beakerhead.com/References for tips, tricks, and similar projects:1. Arduino. (2015). Getting started with Arduino. http://arduino.cc/en/Guide/HomePage2. Intel Education. (2015). Tools for student-centered learning. Page 26.1119.6 http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/education/k12/teachers.html3. E2S2. (2015). U of C Engineering Education Students’ Society. https://e2s2ucalgary.wordpress.com/

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Women in Engineering Division: Retaining and Developing Women Faculty in STEM

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elsa Camargo, Virginia Tech; Ashley Wood, Virginia Tech; Margaret E. Layne, Virginia Tech

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Diversity

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Women in Engineering

persisted.1 This gender gap is evenwider in disciplines such as engineering. In 2012, women earned just 22.6% of the 8,110doctorate degrees awarded in engineering.2 During this same year, women compromised 14% oftenured and tenure-track engineering faculty in the United States.3 Research indicates that gendergaps are in part due to institutional climates, including gender inequality and discrimination4,gender bias5, and unconscious bias6,7 that impact the professional success of women faculty.8Other factors such as marital status and parenting young children provide possible explanationsfor the gender gap in tenure-track promotion.1,9 Research institutions in particular havecompetitive environments that demand long work hours to meet publishing

Conference Session

Something New??? within Engineering Design Graphics Education

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Patrick E. Connolly, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Esteban Garcia Bravo, Purdue University; Gary R. Bertoline, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Raymond Patrick Hassan, Purdue University

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Diversity

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Engineering Design Graphics

plans for the future. A discussion on theconcept of a polytechnic institution, its definition, and transformative nature is included to clarifythe reasons behind this radical and somewhat unsettling approach to education reformation.IntroductionAcademic institutions of higher learning are facing many difficult challenges, includingdeclining enrollment trends, complaints about costs vs. value, curricular stagnation, and inabilityto adapt quickly to changing environments facing graduating students. Many researchers andauthors claim that the traditional educational methods and structure espoused by universities isoutdated and potentially restrictive to learners. 1, 2 The College of Technology at PurdueUniversity is dealing with these challenges

Conference Session

Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division – Epicenter Session

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jacob Dean Wheadon, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Nathalie Duval-Couetil, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Diversity

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

they will see that methods willdiffer greatly depending on the intent and strategy needed in each type. Instead, research can befocused on what methods and content are most useful in different types of entrepreneurial learning.The two dimensions create four quadrants into which entrepreneurial learning can be categorized.The matrix is shown in Table 1. The quadrants in the matrix contain examples of the types ofprograms that would target each type of entrepreneurial learning. The following sections willdescribe the rationale for using the 2 dimensions, and then discuss the quadrants and the types ofeducational programs or offerings that typify each. Table 1. Categorized emphases in entrepreneurship education goals

Conference Session

ECCD Innovative Teaching Methods & Outreach

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lisa Shatz, Suffolk University; Timothy A Poynton, University of Massachusetts Boston

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Diversity

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

the motivation for thisevent, its planning, its execution, and its assessment.MotivationIssues facing the electric power industry Page 26.1232.2 1The electric power industry is facing the most serious issue it ever had which is the aging of itsworkforce (1). Since 1990, the Utility workforce has dropped more than 23% and it is estimatedthat the U.S. energy industry may experience as much as a 50% turnover in power and energyengineers over the next five years (2). The expert power engineers are retiring and there are fewnew electric power graduates to pass the knowledge onto. Compounding the problem

Conference Session

Integrating Social Justice in Engineering Science Courses

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Donna M. Riley, Virginia Tech

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Engineering Ethics, Liberal Education/Engineering & Society

, Page 26.1286.2and how student resistance to topics perceived as “not engineering” can be a positive learningopportunity.IntroductionSustainability has emerged as an acceptable theme in many engineering education contexts overthe past two decades, with an earlier history dating back to the 1960s.1 While environmentalengineering was the logical home for sustainability and has driven a great deal of the movementfor sustainability education in engineering, disciplines like chemical engineering and mechanicalengineering have also risen to the challenge to incorporate sustainability considerations inteaching their discipline to undergraduates.However, definitions of sustainability in engineering have been more technical in nature thandefinitions

Conference Session

The Philosophy of Engineering and Technological Literacy

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

George D. Ricco, Gonzaga University, Spokane

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Technological and Engineering Literacy/Philosophy of Engineering

to recentpublications.Introduction A few years ago, I began a journey to align what I saw were emergent philosophies withengineering education with traditional Western philosophies and constructs.[1] Since that time,much seems to have occurred in the world of engineering philosophy within our community, butthe call for furthering engineering philosophy still exists.[2-4] The purpose of this work is multi-fold: first, to further expand on concepts previously addressed within the context of Heidegger;two, to provide a scaffolding towards operationalizing some constructs potentially useful for themodern engineer and engineering student; and three, to integrate some modern works onengineering philosophy within our community and hopefully

Conference Session

Teaching & Learning in Graduate Programs

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Diane L Peters, Kettering University

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Diversity

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Graduate Studies

STEAM-inspired interdisciplinary studio course. Proceedings of the American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference. Atlanta, GA.6. McCord, R., Hixson, C., Ingram, E. L., & McNair, L. D. (2014). Graduate student and faculty member: An exploration of career and personal decisions. Proceedings of the American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference. Indianapolis, IN.7. Delamont, S. (2007). Arguments against auto-ethnography. In British Educational Research Association Annual Conference (Vol. 5, p. 8).8. Holt, N. L. (2008). Representation, legitimation, and autoethnography: An autoethnographic writing story. International Journal of Qualitative Methods, 2(1), 18-28.9. Ellis, C., Adams, T

Conference Session

Emerging Computing and Information Technologies II

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James Lohse, Holladay Labs; Reza Sanati-Mehrizy, Utah Valley University; Afsaneh Minaie, Utah Valley University

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Computing & Information Technology

the presence of mind in the middle of a call) toproperly classify cases. Human-based classification is only good at spotting call trends when theemployees use the system properly.This proposal has a beneficial side effect that classification would be done automatically, thereforeincreasing the ability to spot new trends and redeploy call-taking and training resources accordingly.To implement this proposal, the following the proposed system (figure 1) would be inserted into thenormal flow of information between first-level tech support employees and the second-level co-workers they consult with when they need help. Page 26.439.7

Conference Session

Labs & Hands-on Instruction II

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kenneth A. Connor, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Dianna Newman, University at Albany/SUNY; Kathy Ann Gullie Ph.D., Evaluation Consortium, University at Albany/SUNY; Paul M. Schoch, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

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Electrical and Computer

on Engineering and Physics13. The latter had more specificson circuits, so she went through their list of topics and indicated what the students can and cannoteasily do.What someone completing regular high school physics should know (based only on the contenton that web site): 1. Ohm’s Law – Piece of cake. They’ll know it flat (or a 2 second reminder). They’ve seen it in middle school 2. Circuits – Again, should be completely familiar, could use a one second reminder that flow is out of positive terminal 3. Electric transfer in energy circuit – yes, they’ve got this. The difference between kilowatts and kilowatt hours just never clicks for many students. It’s simple, but they stumble a bit. 4. Controlling current

Conference Session

Computers in Education Division Poster Session

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Pedro Arturo Espinoza, University of Texas, El Paso; Mike Thomas Pitcher, University of Texas, El Paso; Oscar Antonio Perez, University of Texas, El Paso; Hugo Gomez, University of Texas, El Paso; Randy Hazael Anaya, University of Texas, El Paso; Hector Erick Lugo Nevarez, University of Texas, El Paso; Herminia Hemmitt, University of Texas, El Paso

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Computers in Education

for both instructors and students,alike. On the contrary, a classroom that has intimidating technology, a non-intuitive setup andinadequate furniture will also not meet the basic teaching needs of instructors and learning needsof students. Rather than trying to foretell what a classroom should look like in a few years, onecan design a modern instructional classroom that 1) has the ability to support multiple learningactivities not only from class to class, but also within the same class period, and 2) includestechnology that is not a feature in the room but rather is seamlessly integrated into theclassroom1. One cannot assume that because a new or renovated classroom has been built, thatfaculty will automatically come flocking to make use of

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session II

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Peter R Turner, Clarkson University; Jeffrey Humpherys, Brigham Young University

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

disciplines, not just thosemajoring in Mathematics. Certainly students in engineering programs arean especially important sector for whom a relevant, applications andcomputationally focused mathematical education is desirable.The MaC II workshop picked up where the first workshop left off in manyrespects. The report from MaC I1 is available online at www.siam.org/reports/modeling_12.pdf. Themajor recommendations from the first workshop can be categorized as fitting four different categories: • Expand modeling in K-12 • Develop a high school one semester, or one year modeling course (with stratified content)                                                            1  School of Arts & Sciences, Clarkson University

Conference Session

Enhancing Student Success in Two-Year Colleges

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elaine L. Craft, Florence-Darlington Technical College

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Diversity

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Two Year College Division

facilitate moreoff-campus study and reduced out-of-pocket expenses for transportation and childcare forstudents who otherwise would be required to return to the college to use computers.S-STEM, Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (formerlyCSEMS, Computer Science, Engineering, and Mathematics Scholarships) is a National ScienceFoundation (NSF) funding program that supports scholarships. The S-STEM program, like theNSF-funded CSEMS program that preceded it, “seeks to increase the success of low incomeacademically talented students with demonstrated financial need who are pursuing associate,baccalaureate, or graduate degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics(STEM)”1 The S-STEM program is funded by H-1B

Conference Session

UAV and other Team Projects in Aerospace Engineering

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Subodh Bhandari, Cal Poly Pomona

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Aerospace

of mobiletargets using UAVs,7 vegetation growth analysis using UAVs,8 and environmental gasmonitoring using UAVs. These projects involve faculty and students from several departmentswithin the Colleges of Engineering and Science including Aerospace Engineering, Electrical &Computer Engineering, and Computer Science departments.An excellent collection of UAVs and associated equipment at the university facilitates theseprojects. The UAV Lab at Cal Poly Pomona has more than fifteen fixed- and rotary-wing UAVs of various sizes and payload capacities. Some of the UAVs are shown in Figure 1. Also

Conference Session

1st and 2nd Year Instruction in Design

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Quamrul H. Mazumder, University of Michigan - Flint

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Design in Engineering Education

designexperiences.ParticipantsA total number of 94 students participated out of 200 students in these courses. Theresponse rate was 36.5% as some students choose not to participate in the study.Figure 1 shows the number of dual-enrolled high school students and the students fromthe university. The number of participants in both groups were similar, thereforereducing sample size bias. The distribution of male and female students were 82% and18% respectively similar to the engineering student profile across the country.Number of Students High School University Figure 1: Number of High School and University students Institution Male Female High School 33 11

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International Division Poster Session

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Marina Panteleeva, Kazan National Research Technological University; Phillip Albert Sanger, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Artem Bezrukov, Kazan National Research Technological University

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Diversity

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International

and skills necessary to efficientfunctioning in the life of society. James A. Banks stated that “ethnic, cultural diversity is apositive element in a society because it enriches the nation, gives individuals moreopportunities to experience other cultures and thus to become more fulfilled as humanbeings” 1. The aim of cross-cultural education is to provide the learners with “globalawareness – an integrated worldview”, necessary to achieve active and full participation insociety and, as a result, to form “intercultural personality”.Nowadays much attention is paid by the scholars to the development of the context of theintercultural education. In this paper different approaches to the cross-cultural education areconsidered for high school

Conference Session

Tricks of the Trade - Reflections and Advice on the Educational Process

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brian E Faulkner, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

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Student

, lead by a graduate TA. The special MERIT section meets once a week, and is worth 1 credit hour on students’ transcripts in addition to the credit hours from the primary course (much like lab sections). MERIT is ​ not​ a remedial section. The students work problems that are very difficult for the median freshman. Each problem takes a group of four students an hour or two to solve. Problems are more open­ended than homework or exam problems and demand substantial thinking from the students. Students are evaluated on attendance and participation, rather than the completeness or correctness of their solutions. In this environment students have ample time to really understand concepts, rather than race toward the correct solution. After completing

Conference Session

Computers in Education Engineering Division Poster Session

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James E. Lewis, University of Louisville; Jeffrey Lloyd Hieb, University of Louisville

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Computers in Education

technology components regarding the operating system aswell as supplementary software such as browsers, flash, java, etc. The online profiles, accountsand privacy module will focus on information security and some best practices to protect theironline accounts and identities. The campus computing modules will cover items related to beinga J.B. Speed School of Engineering student, some example modules would be on Blackboard,email, Office 365, etc. The last module would be related to ethics related to using technology asa user and as a student.This Work-in-Progress is the documentation of the early creation of this technology commonknowledge as well as the history and motivations behind each of the modules.1. IntroductionThe J.B. Speed School of

Conference Session

Tricks of the Trade - Experiences Designing Courses and Communities

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Aileen Tapia, University of Texas, El Paso; Jose Martinez, University of Texas, El Paso; Peter Golding P.E., University of Texas, El Paso

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Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Student

supports high schoolstudents interested in advancing to STEM degrees at institutions of higher education, and itprovides a near peer mentor experience that can assist the Junior Chapter members as theyproceed through the process of seeking and transitioning to university studies. We are workingto help students advance what we call the “SHPE driving pillars:” (1) academic development, (2)professional development, (3) outreach/community service, (4) leadership development, and (5)chapter development.The UTEP MAES/SHPE Student Chapter welcomes Junior Chapters with student membershipfrom all ethnicities for the purpose of increasing the number of Latino youth that enter andcomplete Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) related careers

Conference Session

Viewpoints, Perspectives, and Creativity in Civil Engineering Education

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Seamus F Freyne P.E., Mississippi State University; Veera Gnaneswar Gude P.E., Mississippi State University; Dennis D. Truax, Mississippi State University

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Civil Engineering

% and 20%,respectively. Few students, only 1%, had the highest interest in materials.Survey responses of the Keirsey temperament test are displayed in Figure 1. Some 63% of therespondents were guardians, followed by idealists at 18%. Rationals and artisans were theleast common temperament types found in the survey. Figure 2 shows the Keirseytemperaments of the general population in this country.The freshman class was reasonably representative of the temperament types found in thegeneral population. But previous experience at MSU shows that many idealists, artisans, andrationals eventually leave the civil engineering program before graduation, and the share ofguardians consequently increases. The way courses are taught and the temperaments of

Conference Session

K-12 & Pre-College Engineering Division: Student-Centered Activities and Maker Spaces in Engineering Education

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Claudio da Rocha Brito, Science and Education Research Council; Melany M. Ciampi, Safety, Health, and Environment Research Organization; Rosa Maria Castro Fernandes Vasconcelos, Universidade de Minho; Luis Alfredo Martins Amaral P.E., Universidade de Minho; Victor F. A. Barros Ing.-Paed IGIP, Science and Education Research Council

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division

life skills. However, it is necessary to deliver a high-quality education withcomparatively low spending. Therefore, public education, which should provide equaleducation access for all citizens, has to find ways to do so.K12 and the Current EducationIt is important to point out the importance of K12 education at present, since professionalpractices have changed tremendously and the requirements are not only very differentfrom the previous professional generation, but they also keep changing, and quickly. It isimperative to develop means and ways to provide good quality K12 education, no matterwhat the economic level of the country is FIG 1 K12Although challenging, many countries are making efforts to

Conference Session

Engineering Economy Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Paulina Z. Sidwell, McLennan Community College

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ASEE Diversity Committee, Diversity

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Engineering Economy

—some which required the Engineering Economics course forprogram completion. The Texas Board of Higher Education added Engineering Economics to theLower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) during the fall semester of 2011 and,although the course is generally included within the schedule of an undergraduate’s junior year(within a four-year program), our college offers the course during the students’ sophomore year.The course’s learning outcomes were also provided in the ACGM, which are the following: 1. Apply different methods to calculate the time value of money. 2. Construct cash flow diagrams for a given problem. 3. Estimate total revenue, total cost, and break even points. 4. Calculate the uniform series payment