Conference Session

Educating Graduates in Engineering For A Flat World

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carolyn Percifield, Purdue University; David Bowker, Purdue University; Demetra Evangelou, Purdue University; Mi'schita' Henson, Purdue University

Tagged Divisions

International

rapidly embrace the potentialities offered by creativity, invention, and cross-disciplinary fertilization to create and accommodate new fields of endeavor, including those thatrequire openness to interdisciplinary efforts with non-engineering disciplines such as science, Page 12.429.2social science, and business. … We aspire to a future where engineers are prepared to adapt tochanges in global forces and trends to ethically assist the world in creating a balance in thestandard of living for developing and developed countries alike. … Our aspiration is to shape theengineering curriculum for 2020 so as to be responsive to the disparate learning

Conference Session

FPD7 -- Service Learning

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bert Davy, Morgan State University; Indranil Goswami, Morgan State University; Jiang Li, Morgan State University; Gbekeloluwa Oguntimen, Morgan State University; Charles Oluokun, Morgan State University; Arcadio Sincero, Morgan State University

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First-Year Programs

Second hour 1 Introductions. ASCE video. Ethics Design-Build, Bid Process, Project and liability groups 2 Planning & Design Process Project introduction, Timelines 3 Analysis & Design Tools- Problem Definition & Formulation Spreadsheet useage 4 Structure Lecture 1 Computer Simulation & Programming 5 Geotechnical Lecture 1 Design Evaluation & Modification 6 Environmental Lecture 1 Design Evaluation & Modification 7 Transportation Lecture 1 Preliminary Design Due 8 Water Resources Lecture 1

Conference Session

Capstone Projects and Experiential Learning

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Irwin, Michigan Tech University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

, evaluate the cost of a design, and debate legal and ethical issues in a design.Students in recitation solve cost analysis problems related to industry situations involvingdetermination of the cost of materials, manufacture, and production of a product todetermine a suggested selling price. Also, students are challenged with scenariosinvolving calculating costs incurred during manufacturing to determine what type oftooling, cutting tools and/or processes to use in designs. During the lab the teams alsoprepared a budget for their senior design projects and placed orders for material and stockitems. Create detail documentation of a design.Included in the prerequisites for this course is a complete understanding of parametricmodeling

Conference Session

FPD5 -- Placement & Early Success

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carol Gattis, University of Arkansas; Bryan Hill, University of Arkansas; Abraham Lachowsky, University of Arkansas

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First-Year Programs

eligible. The interest of becoming a mentor will grow significantly asthe program ages, thus making the future mentor selection pool larger.Incentives, besides altruistic, need to exist for mentor accountability and the success of theprogram. Most successful programs provide credit hours for mentoring work, such as aleadership course with their grade based on mentoring performance, or the mentors can receivean hourly wage for their work. In our program, we chose to pay our mentors.2) Mentor TrainingAn initial mentor training session is critical before the mentors meet their mentees. Mentorsmust be well versed on campus resources, understand the ethics involved, avoid makingdecisions for their mentees, understand how to listen, be prepared to

Conference Session

Mechanical Design and Projects

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Rajadas, Arizona State University Polytechnic; Alvin Post, Arizona State University; Bradley Rogers, Arizona State University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

schedule.4. Develop practical skill with selected engineering and fabrication techniques.5. Improve their ability to work effectively in teams.6. Improve their ability to communicate effectively.7. Demonstrate an understanding of and respect for the professional, ethical, and social Page 12.467.3 implications of their project.8. Improve their good judgment in engineering and its appropriate application. 2The MMET Capstone class is a two-semester affair. Students are expected to address allnecessary aspects of a project, such as project management, conceptual design, layouts,detail design, engineering and

Conference Session

Curricular Issues in Computer-Oriented Programs

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Azzedine Lansari, Zayed University; Akram Al-Rawi, Zayed University; Faouzi Bouslama, Université Laval

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Information Systems

lifelong learning and success. All students mustdemonstrate accomplishments of the following ZULOs before they graduate: Information Literacy and Communication (ILC): Students who graduate will be able to recognize information needs, access and evaluate appropriate information to answer those needs, and communicate effectively to a variety of audiences in English and Arabic. Information Technology (IT): Graduates will be able to use information technology to solve problems and communicate in an ethical way. They will also be critically aware of the impact of information technology on the individual and society. Critical Thinking and Reasoning (CTR): Graduates will be able to use

Conference Session

Effective Learning Innovations in Civil Engineering Courses

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jason Evers, United States Military Academy; C. Conley; James Ledlie Klosky

Tagged Divisions

Civil Engineering

system, component or process to meet Yes desired needs. 4. an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams. Yes 5. an ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems. Yes 6. an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility. Yes 7. an ability to communicate effectively. 8. the broad education necessary to understand the impact of Yes engineering solutions in a global and societal context. 9. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in, life-long Yes learning. Yes 10. a knowledge of

Conference Session

FPD11 -- Multidisciplinary Experiences

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John-David Yoder, Ohio Northern University; Beverly Jaeger, Northeastern University; John K. Estell, Ohio Northern University

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First-Year Programs

, Page 12.1122.11students should be capable of remembering a few facts and details. Again, emphasize the valueof this practice for them and for their listeners. OME is a great opportunity for multiple lessonsin the engineering profession. RESPONSES to: "Beyond educational value of content, what do you think were some of the objectives for having the OME ?" Left blank Exposure to engineering values and ethical isues Students teach class, Respect for starting class Show the potential impact of being an engineer Conduct outside research, Develop research skills Learn how things work, Engage in critical

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Design in the Classroom

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carla Zoltowski, Purdue University; William Oakes, Purdue University

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Design in Engineering Education

communication. So that’s important.”In addition, it is important that students think about the ethical and social issues related to theirprojects. As stated by this instructor: “The social context has to do with incorporating realistic constraints, because they’re going to be societal impact of what you are going, and they have to be aware of that when they’re designing things….I think it’s an essential part. Because engineers have to be part of the real world.”Important experiences in learning designThe instructors also identified a number of “experiences” that they believed would be helpful indeveloping their skills as designers. Many of these experiences are “real world” issues thatdesign teams in industry experience

Conference Session

Engineering in High Schools

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Douglas Oppliger, Michigan Technological University; Shawn Oppliger, Copper Country Intermediate School District; Mary Raber, Michigan Technological University; Robert Warrington, Michigan Technological University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

from a broad baseof disciplines are provided an opportunity to work for several years in a business-like setting tosolve real-world problems supplied by industry, or of their own creation. Through participationin the program, Enterprise students are able to develop not only technical competence, but alsoan understanding of the practical application of skills and knowledge in areas such ascommunication, teamwork, leadership, global markets and competition, environmental and Page 12.629.4societal issues, ethics and business.Michigan Tech strongly believes that in order to increase the number of students who select toenroll in college level

Conference Session

Faculty Development: Creating successful NEEs

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrew Jackson, East Carolina University; Robert Chin, East Carolina University; Charles Coddington, East Carolina University; Paul Petersen, East Carolina University; Fonooni Hamid

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New Engineering Educators

2. They hold high ethical standards themselves and expect no less from you 3. They have a proven history of teaching, research, and funded grants Page 12.1058.7Conclusions Mentoring programs run the gambit from being no help in some cases to the otherextreme of smothering new faculty and overwhelming them with sage advice and historicaltrivia. In intuitions were there is no mentoring, faculty members often flounder for a period oftime and if they “have what it takes,” they will do well and flourish on their own imitative. Inmany organizations this is done intentionally. This attitude is typically based on the old guardconcept of

Conference Session

Technical Issues in Architectural Engineering II

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

P. Paxton Marshall, University of Virginia; Benjamin Kidd, University of Virginia; Ping Guan, University of Virginia

Tagged Divisions

Architectural

taught in lecture and professionalskills such as communication, interdisciplinary teamwork, creative, open-ended problem solving,and ethical evaluation. These latter skills are difficult, if not impossible, to impart by lecture;rather, they require an active learning approach in which the student develops the required habitsin the context of engineering practice. Page 12.1076.9 Practical design, product development, and project management skills require a synthesisof knowledge from engineering, business, and humanistic disciplines. Too often, research-basedacademic settings do not integrate these practices effectively to

Conference Session

FPD12 -- Novel Approaches to First Year Programs

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cecelia Wigal, University of Tennessee-Chattanooga; Ignatius Fomunung, University of Tennessee-Chattanooga; Edwin Foster, University of Tennessee-Chattanooga; Ronald Goulet, University of Tennessee-Chattanooga

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First-Year Programs

• use at least one proven means for deciding between design alternatives • recognize and communicate constraints and codes and/or standards for a design • recognize and apply ethical decision-making practices. • organize, participate in, and document team meetings • participate as a contributing team member in the design and problem solving processesThey should also be able to • apply graphical 2-D and 3-D drawing principles • use a 3-D drawing software package • use the principles of good oral communications to effectively communicate major ideas • use Microsoft PowerPoint software to aid oral presentations • use Microsoft Project for creating a simple Gantt Chart • use principles of good

Conference Session

Engineering Education in the Arab World / Mid-East Region

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ulas Toros, University of Florida; George Younis, University of Florida; Fazil Najafi, University of Florida

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International

= Design EGN 4034 Ethics 1 Elective 3 Semester 9 CGN 4600 Public Works Engineering 3 General CE Elective 3 CGN 4910 Structure-Geotech- Or Construction Design CGN 4905 Transportation-Water- Materials Design 3 Two courses from the following list: CEG 4111 Foundation Engineering Or Design CES 4034 Construction Estimating Or CES 4605 Analysis and Design in Steel Or TTE 4811 Physical Design Or Transportation Elements CWR 4306 Urban Stormwater Design 6 Total Credits 131

Conference Session

Effective Learning Innovations in Civil Engineering Courses

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brock Barry, Purdue University; Sybil Sharvelle, Purdue University; M Katherine Banks, Purdue University; Sean Brophy, Purdue University; William Oakes, Purdue University

Tagged Divisions

Civil Engineering

below required limits, wasdetailed in the RFP. The RFP clearly stated the company’s desire to adhere to ethical andenvironmentally responsible practices. Lastly, the document issued to the students also includedan eight week schedule with dates for required deliverables.The RFP was prepared to contain extraneous information, while at the same time it was missingcritical information that the students would need to complete the PBL. The extraneousinformation required the students to thoroughly review the RFP and understand whichinformation was necessary to address the project. A minimum level of wastewater treatmentknowledge was required to identify information lacking from the RFP. Questions raised by thestudents provided evidence of learning to

Conference Session

Curriculum Development and Delivery Modes in Nuclear Engineering

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sheldon Landsberger, University of Texas-Austin; Janet Ellzey, University of Texas-Austin; Brad Hull, University of Texas-Austin; Jessica Rosinski, University of Texas-Austin; James Wright, University of Texas-Permian Basin

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Nuclear and Radiological

standards and realistic constraints that include most of the following considerations: economic; environmental; sustainability; manufacturability; ethical; health and safety; social; and political. The professional component must include (a) one year of a combination of college level mathematics and basic sciences (some with experimental experience) appropriate to the discipline (b) one and one-half years of engineering topics, to include engineering sciences and engineering design appropriate to the student’s field of study (c) a general education component that complements the technical content of the curriculum and is consistent with the program and institution objectives

Conference Session

Teaching Design in Manufacturing Curriculum II

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bahram Asiabanpour, Texas State University; Chandrashekar Subbareddy, Texas State University

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Manufacturing

, Accreditation Board for Engineering andTechnology (ABET) criteria [4] maintain that "students must be prepared for engineeringpractice through the curriculum culminating in a major design experience based on theknowledge and skills acquired in earlier course work and incorporating engineering standardsand realistic constraints that include most of the following considerations: economic,environmental, sustainability, manufacturability, ethical, health and safety, social, and political."While most SME's gaps and ABET's engineering practice criteria can and must be assimilatedthroughout the four-year curriculum, the capstone senior design course provides the mostappropriate framework for simultaneously addressing practically all of the gaps and

Conference Session

Innovations in Mechanical Engineering Education Poster Session

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hyun Kim, Youngstown State University

Tagged Divisions

Mechanical Engineering

multidisciplinary teams.7. understand contemporary issues, professional and ethical responsibility, and the necessity of engaging in life long learning.Table 1 is a matrix that shows the timeline of the assessment activities and the educationaloutcomes that the assessment tools must address. There are different levels of assessment tools.The level 1 tool is mainly used for evaluating and improving students’ learning outcomes. Thelevel 2 and 3 assessment tools are feedback mechanisms for continuous improvement. They areused to evaluate the educational effectiveness of the mechanical engineering program, based onthe data collected from the level 1 tool, which facilitate to set the new direction and to implementthe new assessment plan.The assessment program

Conference Session

Potpourri

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nina Dahlmann, Technische Universitaet Berlin; Maria Elsner, Technische Universitaet Berlin; Sabina Jeschke, University of Stuttgart; Nicole Natho, Technische Universitaet Berlin; Olivier Pfeiffer, Technische Universitaet Berlin; Christian Schroeder, Technische Universitaet Berlin

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Women in Engineering

-technical subjects. In the bachelor program, students acquire necessaryknowledge and familiarize with methods for the solution of problems in natural sciences. Thisideally enables them to transfer this knowledge to practice and creates the basis for continuingeducational studies on a higher level (master programs).Particularly we intend to teach the following social skills and cross-technical competencies: • Ability for “lifelong learning” • Analysis of problems and development of problem solution concepts • Inclusion of social, scientific, gender-specific and ethical points of view in action and decision strategies • Interdisciplinary and inter cultural communication skills and capacity for teamwork • Presentation skills

Conference Session

Applications of Engineering Economy

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Robertson, Arizona State University; Michael Kozicki, Arizona State University; Slobodan Petrovic, Arizona State University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Economy

, environment, ethical applications and warranty have to evolve and be met. It is a long slow process to establish the required track record in these areas but if they are not met, the technology will not progress to successful maturity 4.These three constraints are a formidable ‘catch-22’ that is rarely featured in technical Page 13.234.3papers and even less in degree programs. However, most of today’s high-impacttechnologies had to overcome similar challenges 5. The important message for studentsand technology executives alike is that innovation does not stop when the papersdescribing the original concept have been published. The typical

Conference Session

Software Engineering Course Content

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sushil Acharya, Robert Morris University

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Software Engineering Constituent Committee

6: An understanding of Evaluation Tools: CD, HE professional and ethical Assessed Tasks: Collaborative problem solving, Role responsibilities. plays, Inspection meeting, Pair programming. Assessment: 100% of the class scored 80% or more Outcome 7: An ability to Evaluation Tools: CD, PD, HE, RP communicate effectively. Assessed Tasks: Class participation, Project report and presentation, Role Plays, Inspection meetings, Pair programming, Research paper analysis. Assessment

Conference Session

Preparing Engineers for the Global Workplace

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alan Parkinson, Brigham Young University; John Harb, Brigham Young University; Spencer Magleby, Brigham Young University; Chelita Pate, Brigham Young University

Tagged Divisions

International

understanding regarding learning versus “seeing the sights.”We decided in 2008 to augment this program with a program of our own in Europe. This newprogram is being patterned after the successful China program. We think a more structuredprogram and a greater emphasis on the academic purpose for being in Europe will result in betterachievement of objectives.RomaniaThe program in Romania was an extended field trip format. Students were invited to Romania tomake presentations to Romanian engineering students on engineering ethics. While there, theyalso toured major construction sites. Seven students participated. We are unsure of the long termoutlook for this program; however, a similar invitation has been extended for a student group thiscoming year in

Conference Session

Public Engineering of Engineering, K12 Standards, and Overview

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kenneth Welty, University of Wisconsin, Stout; Linda Katehi, University of Illinois; Greg Pearson, National Academy of Engineering; Michael Feder, National Research Council

Tagged Divisions

K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

review of the materials uncovered isolated instances where someform of analysis was used to define and clarify the problem, to make informed design decisions,or to predict and assess performance. For example, in several curriculum projects, students areasked to manipulate and test variables to discover patterns that can be used to inform or optimizea design. This form of inquiry was very evident in A World in Motion, City Technology,Engineering is Elementary, and the Material World Modules. However, analysis was rarely areoccurring theme throughout a design process.Another concept that was considered to be an integral part of engineering was constraints. Anyattention given to the physical, economical, political, social, ethical, aesthetic, and

Conference Session

Information and Network Security

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Barry Cumbie, Auburn University; Chetan Sankar, Auburn University; P.K. Raju, Auburn University

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

stakeholders represented in thesampled population. For instance, an important limitation of adoption of disaster recovery wasthat data are dispersed across a network of stakeholders. Condominium owners and theinsurance industry were identified as part of the stakeholder network but were not represented inthe data of this study.This research addresses what are critical data and information should be backed up by thecommunity but does not address issues regarding how this should be done. Many technical andsocial issues abound including any ethical implications of developing such a system, that is, eventhough much of the information is public record, should it be made freely accessible on a website. Another question is what formats (e.g. portable

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Curriculum Innovation

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Ciaraldi, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; David Cyganski, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Michael Gennert, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Michael Demetriou; Fred Looft; William Michalson, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Bradley Miller, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Eben Cobb, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Lance Schachterle, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Kenneth Stafford, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Yiming Rong, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Gretar Tryggvason, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; James Van de Ven, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

leadership roles in the industry. Thus,the program objectives are to educate men and women to: • Have a basic understanding of the fundamentals of Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Systems Engineering. • Apply these abstract concepts and practical skills to design and construct robots and robotic systems for diverse applications. • Have the imagination to see how robotics can be used to improve society and the entrepreneurial background and spirit to make their ideas become reality. • Demonstrate the ethical behavior and standards expected of responsible professionals functioning in a diverse society.Thus, the program tackles head-on the challenges of providing

Conference Session

Emerging Issues in Engineering Education Research and Pedagogy

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Maura Borrego, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Lynita Newswander, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Tagged Divisions

Educational Research and Methods

it to meet the needs of students at anumber of levels. In a journal club, “[a]t its best, the larger scientific community reinforces and extends the development of scientific values that is the most important product of graduate education. Through its various activities and discussions, members of the [journal club] express a set of standards for the quality of scientific inquiry, for what constitutes an interesting problem, for … rigor, and for ethical … behavior that becomes the foundation for a future…career.”9 Page 13.822.3We suggest that the same benefits may be found in engineering journal clubs

Conference Session

Opportunities for Entrepreneurship Programs and Program Assessment

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James Green, University of Maryland; Georgina Johnston, University of Maryland

Tagged Divisions

Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

measurement system. 1. Mission: To foster an entrepreneurial spirit, create a sense of community and cooperation, and develop ethical leaders. 2. Vision: To unify and invigorate campus entrepreneurial efforts by creating a multidisciplinary environment where students can develop into the business leaders of tomorrow who will infuse the economy through thriving new ventures 3. Goals: To prepare select University of Maryland undergraduates for entry into the entrepreneurial community by developing their entrepreneurial mindsets and functional skill sets to succeed as leaders. 4. Activities: (1) Living – Residence within the Program and community building activities (social & philanthropic) to connect and engage

Conference Session

Challenges of CE Education in a Global World

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stephen Ressler, United States Military Academy; C. Conley; Richard Gash, United States Military Academy

Tagged Divisions

Civil Engineering

language—English, French, German,or Turkish—with over half of the cadets in a typical class taking English. The remaining 15courses constitute a major in one of four academic disciplines—civil engineering, informationtechnology, law and political science, or English. Each major provides for the development ofintellectual depth in a subject area deemed to be of importance to the future of Afghanistan. CADET BASIC TRAINING Afghan, Regional, Information Pre-Calculus & Ethics, Moral Intro to the Military1 Foreign Language Composition & Islamic Culture Technology Modeling Theory & Islam

Conference Session

1553 FPD3 - Computer & Programming Tools in First Year Instruction

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jess Everett, Rowan University; John Chen, Rowan University; Stephanie Farrell, Rowan University; Jennifer Kadlowec, Rowan University

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

150-minute laboratory session each week. Students from all four disciplines are mixed insections of approximately 20 students each. The course serves as both an introduction to collegeand an introduction to engineering. Lectures focus on survival skills and other topics importantto freshman engineers, such as note taking, problem solving, engineering estimation, significantfigures, professionalism and ethics. Approximately eight of the laboratory sessions are devotedto open-ended project-based learning used to reinforce lecture topics. The rest are used forexams, to view and discuss videos, etc.Freshman Clinic I is additionally designated as a “Rowan Seminar” course. Rowan Seminarclasses are university-wide courses designed to help freshmen

Conference Session

Civil Engineering Teaching Part Three

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thorsten Wagener, Pennsylvania State University; Sarah Zappe, Pennsylvania State University

Tagged Divisions

Civil Engineering

positiveimpact on student learning due to the closer link between the course material and real-worldexamples.IntroductionHydrology has evolved from a mainly problem driven, applied engineering discipline to one ofthe building blocks of the geosciences and environmental sciences. Hydrology deals withwatersheds (or units at other scales) as complex environmental systems without losing its focuson real world applications. The complexity of hydrologic investigations has increased over timebecause of the necessary inclusion of chemical and biological aspects of the hydrological cycleto address topics such as water quality and ecosystem function, as well as a need for awarenessfor social and ethical issues related to water. At the same time, climate and land