approach for interfering with the disease process.In this course, students conceptualize an authentic research question, design and carry outexperiments to answer that question, and reflect on their learning experience. The courseprovides students with the opportunity to identify and solve an authentic research problem in asupportive cognitive apprenticeship environment [1, 2]. Each student leaves the course havinglearned a set of skills that is unique to their experience that is relevant for their self-designedproject.IntroductionLaboratory-based courses are an integral part of the undergraduate engineering curriculum [3].Performing laboratory experimentation gives students the opportunity to apply some of thefundamental concepts they learned in
Session T1B3 Designing, Rapid Prototyping, Casting, and Testing an Aluminum Link Richard B. Griffin and Terry Creasy Mechanical Engineering- 3123 Texas A&M University College Station, TX 77843-3123Abstract Integrated design, rapid prototyping, manufacturing processes, and testing has beenaccomplished in a junior materials and manufacturing class. Students are given a design spaceapproximately 4 in. x 4 in. x ¼ in. Within that volume, they must design a link that may be rapidprototyped, cast, and then tested. The
. To do this work, she integrates methods from de- sign, human-computer interaction, and education to understand how collaborative discourse and learning occur.Dr. Emma Mercier Emma Mercier is an associate professor in Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Illinois Urbana- Champaign. Her work focuses on collaborative learning in classrooms, and in particular, the use of technology for teachers and students during collaborative learning. Most recently Mercier’s projects have focused on collaborative learning in required undergraduate engineering courses. American c Society for Engineering Education, 2021 WIP: Investigating the
Paper ID #12504Studying the fidelity of implementation of an intrinsic motivation course con-versionDr. Geoffrey L Herman, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign Dr. Geoffrey L. Herman is a visiting assistant professor with the Illinois Foundry for Innovation in En- gineering Education at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a research assistant professor with the Department of Curriculum & Instruction. He earned his Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer En- gineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign as a Mavis Future Faculty Fellow and conducted postdoctoral research with Ruth Streveler in
Paper ID #36548Is Engineering Management Really an Engineering Field ofStudy?Jena Shafai Asgarpoor (Professor of Practice & Program Director) Dr. Jena Asgarpoor is a Professor of Practice at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln and the Director for the Master of Engineering Management Program in the College of Engineering. Dr. Asgarpoor received her Ph. D. and M.S. in Industrial Engineering, specializing in Engineering Management, from Texas A&M University in College Station where she had previously earned a B.A. in Political Science (Summa Cum Laude). Prior to UNL, she was a professor at Bellevue
interests are in computing education, open source software, and constraint satisfaction. Sabin’s service to the computing education professional community includes: founding member and Uni- versity liaison for the Computer Science Teacher Association NH Chapter; coordinator of the Aspirations in Computing ME-NH-VT regional affiliate; vice-chair for education of the Executive Committee of the ACM SIGITE; and chair of the ACM/IEEE-CS task group for the Curriculum Guidelines for Undergrad- uate IT Programs Report (IT2017).Christopher Dundorf, 2KR Systems Christopher Dundorf is the Founder and President of 2KR Systems in Barrington, NH. He received his BSCE from the University of New Hampshire. 2KR Systems develops and
in assessing inventory and manufacturing equipment, and a manufacturing and product engineer for a Fortune 100 Fluid Power company fulfilling an integral role in developing a robotic welding program to produce hydraulic cylinders. Texas Hydraulics. • Project engineer for the USAF, moving manufacturing facilities from Kelly AFB in San Antonio, Texas to Tin- ker AFB, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. DME, Defense Military Engineers, subcontractor to Lockheed Martin. Academic Teaching: • Currently subjects, Undergraduate MMET 301 Mechanical Power Transmission MMET 401 Fluid Power Technology • Professional Development and Continuing Education Short courses Pump 101 Basic Pump Fundamen- tals Pump 102 Advanced Pump
consideration for each major project activity. IntroductionThe College of Engineering (COE) is in the process of completing a assessment implementation project. Thismission of this project is an improved environment for development in the COE. The objectives of the project are toefficiently implement a continuous quality control philosophy in the COE and to prepare for the 1999 ABETaccreditation review visit.The graduate attributes embodied in the ABET 2000 criteria fundamentally change the development philosophy ofengineering education. The engineering profession has always been subject to change and the curriculum contentaccounting methods used for accreditation were sufficient to keep programs
, software, sensors, actuators andconnectivity that allows all these things to interact and exchange data. InternationalTelecommunications Union (ITU) defines IoT as “A global infrastructure … enabling advancedservices by interconnecting (physical and virtual) things based on existing and evolvinginteroperable information and communication technologies” [1]. Similarly, “through theexploitation of identification, data capture, processing and communication capabilities, the IoTmakes full use of things to offer services to all kinds of applications” [1]. In IoT, a “thing” isdefined as “an object of the physical world (physical things) or the information world (virtualthings), which is capable of being identified and integrated into communication
customers of the engineering education system, specifically alumni and practicingengineers. As part of a larger research effort, the Department of Industrial Engineering at theUniversity of Pittsburgh used customer feedback to develop a set of outcome measures for itsprogram. Responses from surveys sent to the 1987 engineering graduates were analyzed by focusgroups consisting of industrial engineers from the Pittsburgh area. From this information, theparticipants developed affinity diagrams to represent the requirements of an industrialengineering degree. Results of the affinity diagrams were then consolidated to form a set offifteen measures that could be used in an evaluation program. The outcome measures developedwere found to be in concert with
Paper ID #17864Interim Results of an Engineering S-STEM ProgramDr. Tanya Kunberger, Florida Gulf Coast University Dr. Kunberger is an Associate Professor in the Department of Environmental and Civil Engineering in the U. A. Whitaker College of Engineering at Florida Gulf Coast University. Dr. Kunberger received her B.C.E. and certificate in Geochemistry from the Georgia Institute of Technology and her M.S. and Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a minor in Soil Science from North Carolina State University. Her areas of specialization are geotechnical and geo-environmental engineering. Educational areas of interest are self
curriculum. We believe that this approach is alsoapplicable to other engineering disciplines. We need to look at the prerequisites for this class;we must also consider what the desired student outcomes are from this class and how thestudents will be expected to use that information in subsequent classes. This will explain whywe chose to focus this class on software design, based on mature requirements provided by theinstructor in the project assignment, rather than asking students to conduct an extensive softwarerequirements analysis and then to design their software to the requirements that the studentsthemselves developed.The body of this paper discusses the prerequisites for and desired student learning outcomes ofthis class, our rationale for
" instead of identifying tasks they can do. Also often at busy times, it's hard to prioritize what needs to be done first.And a third participant echoed that her biggest challenge in this phase had been “Becoming a tasklead for an intern, and two junior engineers. Delegating work, answering questions, checking workwhile managing my own workload.”While the particular focus of each phase of learning varied, what remained constant was thesalience of needing to learn how to establish, navigate, manage and overcome challenges relatedto new processes and relationships. This integrated relationship among processes, relationships,and outcomes is depicted in Figure 2. Outcomes
enabledthrough devices that feature integrated cameras or by use of projectors according toCarmigniani & Fuhrt (2011) [11] . MR is viewed to represent the merging of real-worldelements within virtual worlds. These 3 models fall into a blanket term known as extendedreality, yet each has their own specific means of engagement [10].VR is heavily reliant on computer-based technology which incorporates specialized input andoutput devices to allow the user to interact and experience these virtual environments. Thesedevices usually include an HMD (Head Mounted Display) accompanied by a physicalcomponent to which one would interact with in order to impact or navigate the digital worldand thus provides a link between the physical feeling of touch and the
around engineering activities, engineering education in informal settings, and STEM integration within engineering contexts. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018 Title: Examining Children’s Engineering Practices during an Engineering Activity in a Designed Learning Setting: A Focus on Troubleshooting AbstractChildren spend most of their time in out-of-school settings. As a result, informal learning settingscan play a significant role in children’s learning development. Museums and science centers areinformal settings that are intentionally designed to promote learning and interest development.Studies show that these settings are where
and development of science curriculum, technology, and assessment that can help middle and high school students develop an integrated understanding across topics and disciplines over time. Page 14.450.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Developing an Instrument to Measure Engineering Design Self-Efficacy: A Pilot StudyKeywords: self-efficacy, engineering designAbstractThe following pilot study is an investigation of how to develop an instrument thatmeasures students’ self-efficacy regarding engineering design. 36 items weredeveloped and tested using three types of validity evidence
Paper ID #40850Program Evaluation of an International University-SponsoredService-Learning ExperienceDr. Sarah K. Bauer, Mercer University Dr. Sarah Bauer (Ph.D., University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA) is an Assistant Professor of Environ- mental and Civil Engineering at Mercer University, Macon, GA. Her primary research interests are water and wastewater treatment, waste management, pollution prevention, and renewable energy technologies. Her research work focuses on developing sustainable techniques for the production of clean energy and clean water, with specific interest in the FEW Nexus. Her research work has
interacting with afaculty member from a different discipline: ”I couldn’t tell you what about mechanical engineering even if it’s not mechanical engineering like it just might be engineering like I really don’t know. And so, having that space where, like [an expert in mechanical engineering] is there and [education research] that opened I don’t know their mind to the field of engineering education like that would be interesting and impactful to hear from.” - Participant 6While there are several graduate students in ESED with graduate degrees in mechanical engineering, participant 6 earned agraduate degree in a different discipline. Nonetheless, they explain how hearing an engineer integrating expertise in mechanicalengineering
of the Computer Engineering program at UW-Stout. In this program an embedded system is viewed as any object that contains a computing device(e.g. a microprocessor, microcontroller, or a digital signal processor) with the object itself notfunctioning as a general purpose computer. This definition allows us to consider any object from asimple appliance (like a digital watch) to complex portable integrated devices such as medicalinstrumentation and 4G cellular devices containing gigabytes of memory and a complex operatingsystem supporting a variety of applications. Students are encouraged to engage their imaginations andengineering skills to solve real-life problems using embedded systems technologies (hardware andsoftware) as well as the
in the field of engineering. PBL has long been shown to be an effectivemethod for student learning and understanding, particularly if thoughtfully integrated throughoutthe curriculum [1] and if instructors include key features, such as meaningful inquiries,scaffolded assignments, and consistent feedback [2]. Other studies have shown that PBL is moreeffective in deeper retention of material, satisfaction of both students and professors, anddevelopment of professional skills than traditional lecture methods [3]. However, the overalleffectiveness of PBL, and experiential learning in general, may vary widely depending on thenature and structure of the teamwork [4].This study was conducted at the branch campus of Texas A&M University
the solution in some cases.Further integration of expertise from other disciplines might improve this.The importance of creating effective, psychologically safe teams to be successful in anyendeavour has been a common theme in leadership literature and a common focus of engineeringleadership research [36]. As students tackle increasingly complex problems, the ambiguity of thechallenges makes framing and scoping critical, and team members must work hard to collaboratein the face of uncertainty. Further, splitting the work up as a team is not an option, as the systemsthemselves - and the tools used to illustrate them - are interconnected. Instruction in systemsmapping processes and tools can help students to facilitate that collaboration
simulation throughout the curriculum so that when startingsenior design, they have a good understanding of the benefits, limitations, and generalfunctionality of the process simulator. In practice, most students arrive in their senior designclasses without knowing how to use a simulator to help solve open-ended problems. In general,their experience has been with small, well-defined problems. To help alleviate this problem, ashort-term design project has been developed to teach the basics of process simulation within thecontext of analyzing an existing plant and suggesting process improvements. Specific goals ofthis project include (1) learn how to simulate a wide variety of unit operations, (2) learn benefitsand limitations of different
of competency ontools and techniques new engineering graduates need to “hit the ground running.” A review ofvarious student learning styles is undertaken and applied to the foundation theory of the KolbLearning Cycle to produce a balanced pedagogy containing an active learning component.Newly graduated engineers hired into manufacturing operations are often required to be projectmanagers, with the expectation that they demonstrate competency in appropriate practices ascalled for by the PMBOK and the EMBOK. These new hires bring tools and techniquestypically taught from text book curriculum mapped to the PMBOK and lecture based pedagogy.This pedagogy includes mathematical models which are generally presented without stressingconnections to
Appendix B. We eliminated publications that used T-shaped to Deleted: Eliminatingdescribe an object or junction (rather than an individual or a curriculum); the yielded data Deleted: tshowed a big increase in papers on the topic between 2014 and 2015 and a significant increase in Deleted: that 3 the number of divisions whose programs included papers on the topic between 2014 and 2017.These numbers are discussed in the following section of the paper. Commented [NKA(5]: These additions are intended to
AC 2012-5183: EASING INTO ENGINEERING EDUCATION: AN ORIEN-TATION PROGRAM FOR GRADUATE STUDENTSStephanie Cutler, Virginia TechWalter Curtis Lee Jr., Virginia Tech Walter Lee is a Graduate Assistant and doctoral student in engineering education at Virginia Tech. His pri- mary research interests focus on diversity and student retention. He earned a B.S. in industrial engineering from Clemson University.Dr. Lisa D. McNair, Virginia Tech Lisa McNair is an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering Education at Virginia Tech. Her research includes interdisciplinary collaboration, communication studies, identity theory, and reflective practice. Projects supported by the National Science Foundation include
Paper ID #41796Assessing the Motivation and Emotion Levels of First-Year Engineering StudentsEnrolled in an Academic Writing CourseDr. Aparajita Jaiswal, Purdue University Aparajita Jaiswal is an Intercultural Research Specialist with CILMAR, Purdue University. Her research endeavors revolve around exploring strategies for seamlessly integrating intercultural learning into both regular curriculum and study abroad programs. Aparajita actively engages in offering guidance in developing research studies, curriculum enhancements, and assessment methods pertaining to integration and cultivation of intercultural competence. Her
AC 2012-5112: AN INDEX TO AID IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF HIGHSCHOOL RECRUITMENT OF FUTURE ENGINEERING AND SCIENCEMAJORSProf. Galen E. Turner III, Louisiana Tech UniversityDr. Kelly B. Crittenden, Louisiana Tech University Kelly Crittenden is the Harrelson family endowed Associate Professor in the College of Engineering and Science at Louisiana Tech University. He received his Ph.D. in biomedical engineering from Louisiana Tech in 2001. His primary research areas include multidisciplinary engineering education, curriculum development, and product development.Dr. James D. Nelson, Louisiana Tech UniversityDr. Heath Tims, Louisiana Tech University
, amanufacturing company. The primary purpose was to build an interaction betweenmiddle schools, high schools, community and technical colleges, and industry whilepromoting manufacturing careers to students. The first field trip concentrated onmachine technology, computer-aided drafting, electronics, and surveying. The secondincluded a materials lab and manufacturing plant tour. The format included hands-onexperiences, interaction with college faculty and students, and involvement ofmanufacturing industry innovators. This paper presents details of organizing andmanaging such an outreach activity for manufacturing technology programs. Overallstudent experience and lessons learned in organizing such an outreach event are alsodiscussed.1. Intr
, being creative, and constructing meaning, and is challenged to take initiative, make decisions and be accountable for results. Reflection on learning during and after one’s experiences is an integral component of the learning process. This reflection leads to analysis, critical thinking, and synthesis. Learners are engaged intellectually, emotionally, socially, and/or physically, which produces a perception that the learning task is authentic. Relationships are developed and nurtured: learner to self, learner to others, and learner to the world at large.Field experiential learning is part of experiential learning in which learning is done outside theclassroom and students are forced to
effectively integrated within the speaker’s message. The researchgoal for this manuscript is to introduce a more systematic and accurate method to transcribe aspeaker’s physical delivery. Advancements in computer vision technologies, especially humanpose estimation [10], [11], [12], are ideal to explore a presenter’s nonverbal delivery (i.e., facialexpressions, eye behaviors, gestures, and posture), which would aid presenters in distinguishingbetween functional and dysfunctional uses of bodily cues when presenting to others [13]. Theopportunity to localize body key points to accurately recognize human nonverbal behaviors andactions [14] during presentations via human pose estimation appears to be an optimaltechnological option to assist in exploring