for anybody around theworld to use over the Internet. Below, are the steps needed to successfully register and use thissoftware package:URL: https://plc.csl.mtu.edu 1. Create a user account a. Click on Register Here b. Use your Email to register a student account with Course Code left blank, there is no benefit to register as an instructor. c. Go to your Email, and click on the link of the confirmation email to activate your account. d. Go back to the website https://plc.csl.mtu.edu. Login to your account. 2. Learning Modules a. To access each module, simply click on the module blocks. b. A module is divided into multiple sections. Each section page consists
. Duesbury, R. & O’Neil, H. (1996). Effect of type of practice in a computer-aided design environment in visualizing three-dimensional objects from two-dimensional orthographic projections. Journal of Applied Psychology 81(3): 249-260.11. Gerson, H., Sorby, S., Wysocki, A., & Baartmans, B. (2001). The development and assessment of multimedia software for improving 3-D spatial visualization skills. Computer Applications in Engineering Education, 9 (2) 105-113.12. Kali, Y. & Orion, N. (1996). Spatial abilities of high-school students in the perception of geologic structures. Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 33, 369-391.13. Orion, N., Ben-Chaim, D. & Kali, Y. (1997). Relationship between earth science education
Paper ID #15202Is Condensed Better? Comparison of a Condensed Spatial Training Courseto a Semester-long VersionMs. Norma L. Veurink, Michigan Technological University Norma Veurink is a Senior Lecturer in the Engineering Fundamentals Department at Michigan Techno- logical University where she teaches introductory engineering courses and a spatial visualization course designed for engineering students with poorly developed spatial visualization skills. Ms. Veurink man- ages several summer programs that introduce middle and high school students to engineering. She is active in the Engineering Design Graphics Division of
Paper ID #14651A Statistical Approach to Analyzing a Graduate Curriculum for Construc-tion Management EducationDr. Namhun Lee, Central Connecticut State University Dr. Namhun Lee is an Associate Professor in the Department of Manufacturing and Construction Manage- ment at Central Connecticut State University, where he has been teaching Construction Graphics/Quantity Take-Off, CAD & BIM Tools for Construction, Building Construction Systems, Building Construction Estimating, Heavy/Highway Construction Estimating, Construction Planning, and Construction Project Management. Dr. Lee’s main research areas include
Paper ID #15799Active-Learning-Based Engineering at a Community College: A Key to Stu-dent SuccessProf. Michael E. Pelletier, Northern Essex Community College Professor Emeritus of Computer Technology & Engineering Northern Essex Community College Educa- tion: BEE, Villanova University MSEE, Northeastern University Additional graduate work in Computer Engineering, Northeastern UniversityProf. Linda A. Desjardins, Northern Essex Community College Linda A. Desjardins is professor, English and Communications departments. She holds an ASLA from Northern Essex Community College, a BA in English, Secondary Education from
Paper ID #17211Engineering Design in a Materials Processing Laboratory Course through aGuided Case StudyDr. Richard Eitel, Stevens Institute of Technology Dr. Eitel is teaching associate professor in Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science at Stevens Institute of Technology, Castle Point on Hudson, Hoboken, NJ 07030; reitel@stevens.edu.Mr. Joshua Peter HillMr. Felix Jun Jie Zhang-XuDr. Kathy Shiang Chiou, Kessler Foundation Dr. Kathy Chiou is a research scientist at the Kessler Foundation in West Orange, NJ, where she studies cognitive outcome and recovery in individuals with traumatic brain injury (TBI). She
Paper ID #16156Enhancing Critical Thinking in a First-Year Engineering Course using a Hands-On Study of VectorsDr. Angela Thompson P.E., University of Louisville Dr. Angela Thompson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Fundamentals at the University of Louisville. Dr. Thompson received her PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Louisville. Her research interests are in biomechanics and engineering education, particularly related to critical thinking instruction.Dr. Brian Scott Robinson, University of LouisvilleDr. J. C. McNeil, University of Louisville Jacqueline McNeil is an Assistant
Paper ID #16020Experiences in Developing a Computer Engineering Capstone Design Coursewith a Start-up CompanyDr. Andy S. Peng, University of Wisconsin - Stout Andy S. Peng is an assistant professor with Computer Engineering Program in Engineering and Technol- ogy Department at University of Wisconsin - Stout since January 2014. Andy S. Peng is also a systems engineer staff at Lockheed Martin MST since November 2005. From May 2003 to April 2004, Andy held a graduate research intern position with Aerospace Electronic System (AES) group at Honeywell Inter- national Inc. From July 1999 to July 2002, Andy held hardware design
Paper ID #14735The Incorporation of a Materials Selection Program in a Junior-Level Me-chanical Engineering Design CourseMr. Elliott Vega, University of Washington, Bothell Elliott Vega is an senior undergraduate mechanical engineer enrolled at the University of Washington Bothell. He received his Associate in Science degree from Shoreline Community College in 2014 in pre- engineering and was accepted as part of the first cohort to enroll as a mechanical engineer at the Bothell campus. His current interest and focus is to apply the knowledge gained in the classroom to advanced vehicle modifications. Upon graduating, he
Paper ID #16718A Benchmarking Study of Clustering Techniques Applied to a Set of Charac-teristics of MOOC ParticipantsMs. Rosa Cabedo, Universidad Politecnica de Madrid Rosa Cabedo is Engineer in Computer Science and currently Ph.D. Student at Technical University of Madrid (Spain) in the field of Open Education. The final purpose of her research is the identification and analysis of the profiles of language MOOC participants and the features of language learning (interaction, feedback, evaluation, certification) in order to adequate the design to MOOC format to facilitate the linguistic and communicativa competences
Paper ID #15410Use of a Popular Power Electronics Platform in a Control Systems Labora-toryDr. Cherian Mathews, University of the Pacific Cherian P. Mathews is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of the Pacific. He received a B.E. degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Anna University, Chennai, India, and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical Engineering from Purdue University. Prior to joining the University of the Pacific in 2005, he held a faculty position at the University of Florida / University of West Florida Joint Program in Electrical and
Paper ID #15358Leveraging Online Lab Development: A New Paradigm to Offer EducationalLab Infrastructure as a Cloud ServiceDanilo Garbi Zutin, Carinthia University of Applied Sciences Danilo G. Zutin is currently a Senior Researcher and team member of the Center of Competence in Online Laboratories and Open Learning (CCOL) at the Carinthia University of Applied Sciences (CUAS), Vil- lach, Austria, where he has been engaged in projects for the development of online laboratories, softtware architectures for online laboratories and online engineering in general. Danilo is author or co-author of more than 30 scientific papers
Paper ID #15700Implementation of a Mobile Makerspace in a K-8 School (Work in Progress)Mr. Brian Patrick O’Connell, Tufts University Center for Engineering Education and Outreach Brian O’Connell received his undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst in 2006. He then worked for Kollmorgen Electro/Optical as a mechanical engi- neer developing periscopes and optrontic masts. In 2011, he returned to academia to pursue his Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering at Tufts University in Medford, Mass. He aspires to become a professor of mechanical engineering after graduation
Paper ID #14553Integrating a Faculty Summer Workshop with a Faculty Learning Commu-nity to Improve Introductory STEM CoursesDr. 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
Paper ID #17012Using a Micro-House as a Starting Point to Create an Affordable HouseDr. Edwin R. Schmeckpeper P.E., Norwich University Edwin Schmeckpeper, P.E., Ph.D., is the chair of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Construction Management at Norwich University, the first private school in the United States to offer engineering courses. Norwich University was the model used by Senator Justin Morrill for the land-grant colleges created by the 1862 Morrill Land Grant Act. Prior to joining the faculty at Norwich University, Dr. Schmeckpeper taught at a land-grant college, the University of Idaho, and
Paper ID #17246Using Concept Maps as a Tool for Assessment and Continuous Improvementof a First-Year CourseDr. Elise Barrella, James Madison University Dr. Elise Barrella is an Assistant Professor of Engineering at James Madison University, who focuses teaching, scholarship, service, and student mentoring on transportation systems, sustainability, and engi- neering design. Dr. Barrella completed her Ph.D. in Civil Engineering at Georgia Tech where she con- ducted research in transportation and sustainability as part of the Infrastructure Research Group (IRG). Dr. Barrella has investigated best practices in engineering
Paper ID #16807Peer and Student Review of an Online Construction Management Sustain-ability CourseDr. Scott Kelting, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Scott Kelting is an Associate Professor in the Construction Management Department within the College of Architecture and Environmental Design at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Dr. Kelting earned a B.S. and an M.S. in Industrial Technology from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from the University of California, Santa Bar- bara. His research interests include
professional development and barriers to change. School Science and Mathematics 2001, 101 (5), 246-257.9. Marbach-Ad, G.; Schaefer, K. L.; Kumi, B. C.; Friedman, L. A.; Thompson, K. V.; Doyle, M. P., Development and evaluation of a prep course for chemistry graduate teaching assistants at a research university. Journal of Chemical Education 2012, 89 (7), 865-872.10. Velasquez, J. An engineering teaching assistant orientation program: Guidelines, reactions, and lessons learned from a one day intensive training program. Frontiers In Education Conference-Global Engineering: Knowledge Without Borders, Opportunities Without Passports, Milwaukee, WI, 2007..11. Seymour, E., Partners in innovation: Teaching assistants in college science courses
of Construction at Virginia Tech,POSCO A&C, and the Korean Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (11 High-techUrban G03) for their support.References[1]. Build It Green. (2007). New Home Construction Green Building Guidelines, Build It Green- Smart Solution From The Ground Up.[2]. Elmer, V. and Leigland, A. (2014). Infrastructure Planning And Finance: A Smart And Sustainable Guide For Local Practitioners, Routledge, New York, NY[3]. Li, S. and He, B. (2012). On Measures to Promote Green Construction, Management and Engineering, 09(2012), 103-106.[4]. Liu, X. (2011). Green Construction Management System for Construction Project, International Conference on E-Business and E-Government, Shanghai, China, May 6-8, 2011
evaluation of the Texas A&M freshman integrated engineering program. in 1995 Frontiers in Education Conference (1995).2. Olds, B. M. & Miller, R. L. The effect of a first-year integrated engineering curriculum on graduation rates and student satisfaction: A longitudinal study. Journal of Engineering Education 93, 23–35 (2004).3. Ambrose, S. A. & Amon, C. H. Systematic design of a first-year mechancial engineering course at Carnegie Mellon University. Journal of Engineering Education 173–181 (1997).4. Froyd, J. E. & Rogers, G. J. Evolution and evaluation of an integrated, first-year curriculum. Proceedings Frontiers in Education 1997 27th Annual Conference. Teaching and Learning in an Era of Change 2, 1107
University” Teacher Leadership Quality Program. She is also the PI on both ”Syracuse City School District Title II B Mathematics and Science Partnership: Science Project and Mathematics MSP Grant initiatives.Dr. Yacob Astatke, Morgan State University Dr. Yacob Astatke completed both his Doctor of Engineering and B.S.E.E. degrees from Morgan State University (MSU) and his M.S.E.E. from Johns Hopkins University. He has been a full time faculty member in the Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) department at MSU since August 1994 and currently serves as the Interim Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies in the School of Engineering. Dr. Astatke is the winner of the 2013 American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE
Paper ID #17487Implementing Applied DynamicsDr. Michael Spektor, Oregon Institute of TechnologyDr. Walter W. Buchanan P.E., Texas A&M University Walter W. Buchanan is a Professor at Texas A&M University. He is a Fellow and served on the Board of Directors of both ASEE and NSPE, is a past president of ASEE and the Massachusetts Society of Professional Engineers, and is a registered P.E. in six states. He is a past member of the Executive Committee of ETAC of ABET and is on the editorial board of the Journal of Engineering Technology. Michael B. Spektor Michael Spektor holds a degree of a mechanical engineer from Kiev
Paper ID #17511Establishing Partnerships for Global Service Learning in EngineeringDr. Jeffrey R Seay, University of Kentucky Dr. Jeffrey R. Seay is the PJC College of Engineering Professor and Associate Professor of Chemical and Materials Engineering at the University of Kentucky at Paducah Extended Campus. Dr. Seay joined the University of Kentucky in 2008 following a twelve year career in the chemical industry. Dr. Seay completed his B.S. and Ph.D. from Auburn University and his M.S. from the University of South Al- abama, all in Chemical Engineering. His primary research area is process systems engineering focused on
Paper ID #15134Recruiting STEM Students into Middle/High School TeachingDr. Asad Yousuf, Savannah State UniversityDr. Mohamad A. Mustafa, Savannah State University Mohamad Mustafa is a Professor of Civil Engineering Technology and the Chair of the Engineering Technology Department at Savannah State University (SSU). He has six years of industrial experience prior to teaching at SSU. He received his BS, MS, and PhD in Civil Engineering from Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan.Dr. Keenya G. Mosley, Savannah State University Dr. Keenya G. Mosley serves as the Assessment & CAEP Manager/Assistant Professor for the
project with the Parallax BOE- BOT with gripper, sensors, and peripherals may now be too difficult for this course. The authors will have to explore options for modifying the final project in future iterations of the course. Figure 5: Final Project BOE-BOTBibliography1. Hendrix, C.D., & Neebel, D.J. (2014, June). A breadth first course in electrical and computer engineering.Proceedings of the 121st ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition. Indianapolis, IN.2. Ferguson, B.A., & Voltmer, D.R. (2006, June). Engaging ECE Students in the practice of engineering. Proceedingsof the 113th ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Chicago, IL.3. Segil, J.L., Huang, B., Myers, B.A., &
Unmanned/Robotic Systems A Revolutionary Technology on an Evolutionary Path ASEE Presentation February 9, 2016 Michael Toscano USZ (Unmanned Systems Zealot)Challenge or Tasker Policy Questions What should our policies be? What do we discuss with our legislators and senators? 2When do you think unmanned systems will be part of your everyday life? 3Game-Changing Technology Cost Service Risk 4What causes policy change? 5What Causes Policy Change? Human Injustice Social Awareness Revolutionary Technology
Developing a Successful NSF Science & Technology Center; CLiPS David A. Schiraldi Peter A. Asseff Professor & Chair Dept. of Macromolecular Science & Engineering Case Western Reserve University Associate Director for Education & Diversity, CLiPS March 2016 ASEE ERC Background• STCs (and ERCs) sit atop the NSF hierarchy of programs• 5 + 5 years, $4M/yr• Renewal is common, but requires diligence• STCs emphasize science, some technologies, not so much device-oriented• STCs have significant expectations for education and outreach Getting Started (2002 – 2003)• A group of five CWRU faculty met weekly for ~12 months, often over offsite lunches, to
Paper ID #16862Leading Team Learning: Reflections of a Teaching AssistantMr. Brian E Faulkner, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign Brian Faulkner is a graduate student at the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign. His interests include teaching of modeling, engineering mathematics, textbook design, and engineering epistemology. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 Leading team learning: Reflections of a Teaching Assistant Abstract Active learning models have been propagating through engineering education. As this process occurs, many graduate students must lead new forms
Paper ID #16525A Merged Software Requirements and Architecture CourseDr. J. Scott Hawker, Rochester Institute of Technology (COE) Dr. Hawker graduated with a B.S. and M.S. in Electrical Engineering from Texas Tech University in Lub- bock, Texas, in 1981 and 1982, respectively. He graduated with a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, in 1990. He has over 15 years of industry experience developing large-scale, multi-agent information and control systems for diverse applications including manufacturing, combat pilot decision support and mission management, robotics, and
Paper ID #17106Bridges to STEM Careers: A Student Mentor PersectiveMr. Christopher Emmanuel Early, The University of Houston-Clear Lake Christopher Early is a student at The University of Houston-Clear Lake. He is currently pursuing a Bachelors of Science degree in Computer Science and Mathematics. Christopher works as a Research Assistant and Student Mentor in the School of Science and Computer Engineering. He has also engaged in research at the University of Houston-Downtown.Jose Daniel Velazco, University of Houston-Clear Lake Jose Daniel was born in Jalisco, Mexico. Since his childhood, he has had an interest in