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2008 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

Authors

Abdelshakour Abuzneid; Khaled Elleithy

for the people inside the building in case of any emergency. Needless to say, the instructions could be different to people in different parts of the building according to the situation at that particular location. 6. This system could work even if there is no power due to the emergency. If the condition #1 was not there, we might be able to have a fast and easy solution since cost factor is abig limitation to any project. We started by collecting information about what we have in the building.We basically have the following: 1. Great Ethernet network infrastructure where basically every laboratory / office / class-room has many data-drops (CAT-6). We have a Gig -feed to the network-room (Tech-114), so the

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2008 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

Authors

Junichi Kanai

required little encouragement to start usingthis system, many project teams quickly learned to use it productively and obtained good results. Thesystem allowed sponsor mentors to share project information with a broader audience within theirorganization. It enabled them to provide better and timelier feedback to students and faculty; therefore,the students were able to explore more realistic design solutions. The faculty advisers were also able toassess a team’s progress, problems, and individual contributions more effectively by monitoringinformation posted by the team. The system made a significant impact on the project outcome andstudents’ learning experience.IntroductionThe O. T. Swanson Multidisciplinary Design Laboratory (MDL) at Rensselaer

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2014 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

Authors

Yao Agoudavi; Nathan Cyrille; Luis Hernandez; Amber LaGuerre; Zhineng Li; Katherine Vides; Sunil Dehipawala; Andrew Nguyen; Alexei Kisselev; Tak Cheung

tocounseling on which career path such as electrical engineering, investigate the local environments of arsenic in an arsenicchemical engineering, environmental engineering, biomedical hyperaccumulator, Cretan brake [2]. It was reported that As-Oengineering, etc. Hands-on experience gained in doing a has bond length values from 170 pm to 180 pm and As-S hasresearch project in a laboratory and presenting the results in bond length value of about 225 pm. Another report for Zn inconferences would enhance motivation and improve retention. tobacco roots also shows that Zn-O bond length values haveOur community college, Queensborough Community College more variation (196 to 207 pm) as compared to Zn-S inQCC

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2014 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

Authors

Sithisone Kalaya; Hussain A. Alhazmi

ASEE 2014 Zone I Conference, April 3-5, 2014, University of Bridgeport, Bridgpeort, CT, USA. Mobile Robots Exploration and Mapping in 2D     Sithisone Kalaya Hussain A. Alhazmi Robotics, Intelligent Sensing & Control (RISC) Laboratory, Robotics, Intelligent Sensing & Control (RISC) Laboratory, School of Engineering, University of Bridgeport, School of Engineering, University of Bridgeport, 221 University Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604, USA

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2008 Northeast Section Meeting

Authors

Ismail I. Orabi

Computer-Aided Experimentations usingLABVIEW. Professor Orabi has received a number of research awards from the State of Connecticut andUnited Technologies. He has established two Laboratories: the Materials Testing laboratory sponsored bythe National Science Foundation, and the Engineering Multimedia Laboratory funded by AT&T. He is amember of ASME and ASEE. 7

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2010 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

Authors

Robert Simoneau; Diane Dostie

numerical control (CNC)machines and use precision measuring and inspection instruments. Students may pursue anassociate in applied science degree or a one-year certificate. The Precision Machining Technologyprogram is accredited by the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS). The PrecisionMachining laboratory at CMCC is housed in a 10,000 square-foot space with seventy two machinesincluding 16 lathes, 18 milling machines, 18 grinders, 6 CNC centers and a variety of otherequipment.The Manufacturers Association of Maine (MAMe) The Manufacturers Association of Maine, Maine’s Multi-Industry Connection is a state-wideindustry association representing manufacturing, corporate, affiliate and student members. Theirmission is to work for

Conference Session

Professional Papers

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2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

Authors

John M Mativo, University of Georgia; Ramana Pidaparti, University of Georgia; Jarron Gravesande, Providence Chrisitian Academy

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Professional Papers

Engineering at VCU. Dr. Pidaparti received his Ph.D. degree in Aeronautics & Astronautics from Purdue University, West Lafayette in 1989. In 2004, he joined the Virginia Commonwealth University as aMr. Jarron Gravesande, Providence Chrisitian Academy Science instructor and accredited research assistant with over 5 years of professional experience in laboratory procedures. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Create your 3D Eye: A Lesson Module for Grades 6-8 from ImageSTEAM Teacher's WorkshopAbstractThrough an NSF-funded ITEST program, Labeled ImageSTEAM, a summer workshop wasconducted in June 2024 with a diverse group of middle school teachers. The workshop

Conference Session

Student Papers

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2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

Authors

Frederick Rowell, Clemson University; Todd Schweisinger P.E., Clemson University; John R. Wagner P.E., Clemson University

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Student Papers

Paper ID #45527Exploration of Collaborative Design Spaces: Student Engineering Interactionsand Workflows in Product DevelopmentFrederick Rowell, Clemson University Lead Author Bio: Frederick (Fritz) Rowell is a graduate student at Clemson University in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. He is focusing on virtual engineering tools, including PLM, PDM, and Additive Manufacturing, to quicken product design cadence through coursework and human-subject studies. His professional experience includes internships at E-Z-GO in Augusta, GA, and Savannah River National Laboratory in Aiken, SC.Dr. Todd Schweisinger P.E., Clemson

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2008 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

Authors

M. Ali Montazer, University of New Haven

sea of everyday chores only to deepen themanager’s skepticism. To counter the trend, the University of New Haven (UNH) andthe Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology (CCAT) embarked on a programwhere faculty/students teams provide technical assistance on modeling and simulation toaerospace parts manufacturers in their quest to become lean.To this end, a Center for Simulation Modeling and Analysis is established at UNH withpartial funding support provided by (CCAT). The Center is fully student-centric: thestudents will be learning the concepts and techniques of modeling and simulation usingthe state-of-the-art software tool in the classroom / laboratory followed by a practicumwhere they will work on actual cases provided by area

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2014 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

Authors

A.M. Annan; C. M. McLain; M. E. Perham; D. N. Robear; D. J. McLaughlin

education points to hands-on experiences asof fundamental concepts during undergraduate engineering a necessary ingredient in the learning process. A participant ineducation. We describe recent experience at the University of the recent 2013 ASEE University/Industry perspectivesMassachusetts in introducing a laboratory component into the workshop stated this succinctly, “Students must experience aFundamentals of Electrical Engineering course taken by 170upper-level mechanical and industrial engineering hands-on example of every fundamental taught in order toundergraduate students. The lecture part of the course exposes reinforce it

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2015 Pacific Southwest Section Meeting

Authors

Martin Koch

147production rate and high cost of use. While still explaining and demonstrating the possibilities ofthe AM processes we focused on the rapid machining of patterns. We have been quite successfulin this and hopefully the descriptions of the details of the Course and the Laboratory will showthis. But, the transformation is still on-going.Details of the CourseIME 141 Netshape is a one unit hands-on laboratory course that meets once a week for threehours throughout a 10 week quarter. We have between 120 to 168 students each and everyquarter. Each laboratory section is limited to 24 students for safety reasons, so every quarter weoffer 6 to 7 lab sections. The students come mainly from Mechanical, Industrial andManufacturing Engineering with representation

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2025 ASEE -GSW Annual Conference

Authors

Randall D. Manteufel, The University of Texas at San Antonio

group discussions often triggered additional comments from studentswhich may have been missed if the interviews were individual. Group discussions fostered synergy,encouraging more students to share their observations and experiences.Student FeedbackNotable AI tools include ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Claude AI, Google Gemini, and Meta AI.Although the University provides access to Microsoft Copilot [12], most students prefer ChatGPT[13], with 20% subscribing to its premium service. Students expressed dissatisfaction with Copilot,unanimously favoring ChatGPT.Figure 1 shows the results of the student survey organized by course: Senior Design (SD): A two-semester capstone design project in groups of 3 to 5 students. Laboratory Classes

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2025 ASEE North Central Section (NCS) Annual Conference

Authors

Elin Jensen, Lawrence Technological University

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Diversity

provides the foundation for addressing sustainable material selection through thelens of systems thinking considering trade-offs between materials, making informed decisionssupported by data, and communication.The activity was integrated in the 1-credit Mechanics of Materials’ laboratory session atLawrence Technological University. Eighteen students were enrolled in the session and they met2 hours per week. The activity was presented to the students about 8 weeks into a 15-weeksemester. The students had gained theoretical and practical experiences in several topics throughapplications of the force-displacement relationship and the behavior of various materials.In week 8, the students were introduced to the EOP topic area of Material Selection

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2025 ASEE PSW Conference

Authors

Iyabo Lawal, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona; Canek Moises Luna Phillips, Rice University; Yong Gan

rankings, theengineering program at Cal Poly Pomona is ranked #10 among public universities in the nationamong public universities where a doctorate is not offered [2]. It is also ranked top 15Nationally in Social Mobility according to The Wall Street Journal [3]. What makes Cal PolyPomona unique is the culture of “learn by doing” which emphasizes hands-on learning inclassrooms and laboratories. The reputation of being a top engineering school is well-deserved.The goal of this study is to build upon the successful culture of “learn-by-doing” by exploringhow a project-based approach in a traditional engineering course can improve student knowledgeof the subject matter. In addition, having a variety of teaching methods aligns with the broadvariety

Conference Session

Power Engineering & Curriculum Innovations

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Glenn J Bradford, University of Melbourne; Gavin Buskes, The University of Melbourne; Paul N Beuchat, The University of Melbourne

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Diversity

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

Technology.Dr. Paul N Beuchat, The University of Melbourne Paul N. Beuchat received the B.Eng. degree in mechanical engineering and the B.Sc. degree in physics from the University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia, in 2008, and the M.Sc. degree in robotics, systems, and control in 2014 and the Ph.D. degree in 2019, from ETH Z¨urich, Z¨urich, Switzerland, where he completed his research with the Automatic Control Laboratory. He is currently working as a Teaching Fellow with the University of Melbourne. Paul’s research interests include control and optimization of large-scale systems with applications in the areas of building control and multi-agent robotics, as well as research investigating project-based learning pedagogies

Conference Session

Civil Engineering Division - Changing How We Teach: Flipping, Project-Based Learning, and More!

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2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jennifer Retherford, University of Tennessee at Knoxville; Sarah Mobley, University of Tennessee at Knoxville; Brad McCoy, United States Military Academy; Aaron Hill, United States Military Academy

of Tennessee, Knoxville. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Alaska, Anchorage, as well as a Master of Science in Geotechnical Engineering and a Doctorate of Philosophy in Structural Engineering from the University of South Florida, Tampa. Sarah is a registered professional engineer in the state of Alaska where she worked as a staff engineer for the Department of Natural Resources. She has been a faculty member at the University of Tennessee since the Fall of 2019 where she serves as a laboratory specialist in the fields of materials, geotech and structures. Sarah mentors students by serving as an advisor for the student chapter of the Society of Women Engineers.Brad McCoy

Conference Session

Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division Technical Session 5

Collection

2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gary Thompson, Rowan University; Prince Atsu, Rowan University; Bob Patterson, Rowan University

Paper ID #37840Experiential Entrepreneurship in Food Engineering: StudentPerspectives on Three Student-Initiated VenturesGary Lee Thompson (Assistant Professor)Prince Mensah Atsu Prince Atsu is a Ph.D. candidate and graduate research fellow in Chemical Engineering at Rowan University. Recently, he participated in the NSF I-Corps Northeast Region Hub’s inaugural cohort as an entrepreneurial lead. He joined the BioElectroChemical Engineering Laboratory (BECEL) in 2019.Bob Patterson Recent Chemical Engineering graduate of Rowan University. I work as a Process Engineer at Electronic Fluorocarbons where I design and

Conference Session

Assessment-Driven Practices in ECE

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Devin Connor Whalen, Bucknell University; Peter Mark Jansson P.E., Bucknell University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

entrepreneurial opportunities in renewable energy systems.Introduction While many engineering educators have heard of service learning or extracurricularuniversity activities designed to engage students with renewable energy technologies [1,2] oreven clinic-based courses and project-based learning experiences involving photovoltaic (PV)projects [3-7] it remains a more difficult and challenging task to bring these experiences into thecore curriculum of an ECE program. This paper details one somewhat successful attempt.Throughout six weekly laboratories (at the latter half of the semester), teams comprising threestudents each analyzed and evaluated the potential for PV to power an electrical appliancetypically found in a residential setting. Teams

Conference Session

Pedagogy in Physics Education, Engineering Physics and Physics Division (EP2D) Technical Session 1

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Johanna Antonia Perasso, Universidad Andres Bello, Chile; Angeles Dominguez, Tecnológico de Monterrey, Mexico; Universidad Andres Bello, Chile

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Diversity

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division (EP2D)

theteaching and learning of a physics course through the students' perception. The modifiedILD has the same three stages as the original ILD, with two main differences in whoperforms the experiment and when it is performed. Specifically, the three phases in themodified ILD are 1) predict, 2) experiment (by students working in groups, not theinstructor), and 3) reflect (in groups, not individually). The first phase, prediction, beginswith the analysis of a physical situation in which students have to predict the behavior ofthe situation based on the knowledge imparted in the session by the instructor. This occursat the end of the instructor's exposition. The second phase occurs in the laboratory sectionof the course and relates to students' experience

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2023 ASEE North Central Section Conference

Authors

Mohammed Mustafa Hussain; Sagnik Basumallik, West Virginia University; Anurag K. Srivastava, West Virginia University; Mohamed Hefeida, West Virginia University

Paper ID #40565Teaching Critical Infrastructure Cyber Security to UndergraduateStudents using Real-Time Hardware-in-the-Loop Cyber-Power TestbedMohammed Mustafa HussainDr. Sagnik Basumallik, West Virginia University Sagnik Basumallik is with the Lane Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV 13244 USA. Sagnik’s research interests include power systems cybersecurity, operations, and optimization. In the past, he has worked in a different capacity at the University of Colorado-Boulder, Brookhaven National Laboratory, Independent System Operator, New England, Siemens

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ASEE Middle Atlantic 2022 Fall Conference

Authors

Tyler S. Love, Penn State University, Harrisburg

Abstract Laboratory safety poses inherent legal and ethical responsibilities that all engineeringeducation programs in the United States (U.S.) must address. However, developing safer habitsin the creation and testing of engineering design solutions starts long before students enter post-secondary engineering education programs. P-12 engineering education programs are a criticalpartner to develop greater safety awareness and safer habits among prospective engineers andour future workforce. This research utilized data from a national safety study involving 718 P-12engineering educators from 42 U.S. states, specifically focusing on the subsample of 117teachers from middle Atlantic (mid-Atlantic) states. Analyses found mid-Atlantic P

Conference Session

MASS: Mastery, Assessment and Success of Students

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Brad Gregory Davis, United States Military Academy; Kevin Francis McMullen, United States Military Academy; J. Adam Pegues, United States Military Academy at West Point

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Mechanics

included homework assignments, comprehensive problemsets, a laboratory report, two engineering design projects, two midterm examinations, and a finalexamination. The number of assessments by topic are shown in Table 1. A full breakdown of thegraded requirements for the previous and new versions of the course are shown in Table 2.Previous studies indicated out-of-class assignments increased student engagement with thematerial more than in-class exercises [18]. Therefore, the reading quizzes in the previous versionof the course were replaced with out-of-class homework assignments focused on both problemsolving and self-learning. Table 2: Graded requirements for the two versions of MC300

Conference Session

Minorities in Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Danny Luecke; Robert V. Pieri, North Dakota State University; Austin James Allard, Turtle Mountain Community College ; Paula Comeau, North Dakota State College of Science; Michael Maloy Parker, Cankdeska Cikana Community College; Karl Haefner; Alexa D. Azure, United Tribes Technical College

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

to build the Pre-Engineering Department. He assisted with writing the AMI accreditation report to the HLC, wrote several successful grants, and managed CCCC’s Advanced Manufacturing Curricu- lum and Pre-Engineering Educational Consortium. In addition the Advanced Manufacturing initiative at CCCC has hired two undergraduates to run the 3-D/Scanner Laboratory. The aforementioned gives the students hands on training in a STEM related field. Mr. Haefner has 13 years’ experience teaching college STEM courses. He has taught construction man- agement at Westwood College in Chicago; mathematics at Mid-Michigan Community College and Cor- nerstone University in Grand Rapids, MI. Mr. Haefner has taught algebra, engineering

Conference Session

Cooperative and Experiential Education Division Technical Session 3

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Carol S. Stwalley, Purdue University at West Lafayette; Robert Merton Stwalley III P.E., Purdue University at West Lafayette; Grace Lynn Baldwin; Virginia Lynn Booth-Womack, Purdue University at West Lafayette; Sarah Larose

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Diversity

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Cooperative and Experiential Education

,preparing future agricultural educators to meet the needs of a diverse array of learners in their classes. Sheteaches coursework in curriculum design, laboratory teaching practices, and teaching methods in agricul-tural education. Central to all of Dr. LaRose’s work as an educator and a scholar is an effort to addressinequities in agricultural education curriculum, program design, and recruitment practices. American c Society for Engineering Education, 2021 Value of Experiential Experiences for Diverse StudentPopulations within Engineering Disciplines: A Work in ProgressAbstractTraditional admissions processes at top institutions predominately utilize standardized test scoreswhen

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Yen-Lin Han, Seattle University; Kathleen E. Cook, Seattle University; Gregory Mason P.E., Seattle University; Teodora Rutar Shuman, Seattle University; Jennifer A. Turns, University of Washington

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

. Many faculty members adapted inverted classroom pedagogy andimplemented remote laboratories to continue the emphasis of “doing engineering”. In addition,interactions with industry seemed to be easier due to the online format – practicing engineersfrom all over the country could join students in various courses virtually. Faculty utilized onlinecommunication tools such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams to host their office hours, advise andmentor students, or have one-on-one conversations with students in need.Relevant Curriculum and Pedagogy: Maintaining Strong Connections with Industry andIncorporating Industry Practice into the ProgramGoal:Across the mechanical engineering curriculum, there will be connections to industry and studentengagement in

Conference Session

First-Year Programs: Design in the First Year

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Vanessa Svihla, University of New Mexico; Jamie R. Gomez, University of New Mexico; Sophia Bowers, University of New Mexico; Abhaya K. Datye, University of New Mexico; Paige Prescott, University of New Mexico; James Scacco, University of New Mexico; Jordan Orion James, University of New Mexico; Nicolai Loner, University of New Mexico

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Diversity

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First-Year Programs

For- mation (PFE: RIEF) for the project- Using Digital Badging and Design Challenge Modules to Develop Professional Identity. She is a member of the department’s ABET and Undergraduate Curriculum Com- mittee, as well as faculty advisor for several student societies. She is the instructor of several courses in the CBE curriculum including the Material and Energy Balances, junior laboratories and Capstone De- sign courses. She is associated with several professional organizations including the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) and American Society of Chemical Engineering Education (ASEE) where she adopts and contributes to innovative pedagogical methods aimed at improving student learning and

Conference Session

Environmental Engineering Division Poster Session

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bradley A. Striebig, James Madison University

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Environmental Engineering

Paper ID #18905Building Life Cycle Assessment Skills with GREET and SimaPro to EngageStudents in Analyzing the Sustainability of Biofuel AlternativesDr. Bradley A. Striebig, James Madison University Dr. Striebig is a founding faculty member and first full professor in the Department of Engineering at James Madison University. Dr. Striebig came to the JMU School of from Gonzaga University where he developed the WATER program in cooperation with other faculty members. Dr. Striebig is also the former Head of the Environmental Technology Group at Penn State’s Applied Research Laboratory. In addition to Dr’ Striebig’s

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carolyn A. Nichol, Rice University; Carrie Obenland, Rice University; Alice Chow, Rice University; Christina Anlynette Alston, Rice University; Carolina Avendano, Rice University

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

, 6:187-194, 1999. http://taylorandfrancis.metapress.com/app/home/contribution.asp?wasp=1b22a8h1wkcrvhd16dtx&referrer=pare 9. Nichol, C.A., Kim, E. Molecular imaging and gene therapy, J. Nucl. Med. 2001 42: 1368-1374 http://jnm.snmjournals.org/cgi/content/full/42/9/1368 10. Bagaria, H., Dean, M., Wong, M., Nichol, C.A., Self-assembly and nanotechnology: real-time, hands-on, and safe experiments for K-12 students, J. Chem. Ed., 2011 88 (5): 609-614. 11. Cloonan, C. A., Andrews, J.A., Nichol, C.A., Hutchinson, J.S., A Simple System for Observing Dynamic Equilibrium via an Inquiry Based Laboratory or Demonstration, J. Chem. Ed., 2011 88 (7), 975-978. 12. Cloonan, C.A., Nichol, C. A., Hutchinson, J.S., Understanding

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jill Davishahl, Bellingham Technical College; Xichen Jiang, Western Washington University; Sean P. Dever, Western Washington University; Lindsey Bear, Bellingham Technical College; Tim Mark Christman, Western Washington University; Dana Hickenbottom, Itek Energy/Western Solar; Sam Winters, Itek Energy

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

productionmethods and system components.2.0 Partnerships: Bellingham Technical College, Western Washington University and Itek EnergyThe partners for this project each bring unique perspectives and strengths, making thiscollaboration mutually beneficial to all involved. The technical college, BTC, provides expertiseand facilities for effective and innovative technological education. BTC is a leader inprofessional technical education, employing highly skilled and industry-recognized faculty andmaintaining cutting-edge, modern laboratories. BTC offers high-quality education in trainingprograms where the training is high-tech, hands-on, and student-centered. The EngineeringTechnology: Clean Energy program prepares students to enter the workforce as a

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Susantha Herath, St. Cloud State University; Rohitha Goonatilake, Texas A&M International University ; Suvineetha Herath

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

Agency and Department of HomelandSecurity accreditation. Faculty research interests include high-performance graphics processing,cybersecurity, and databases. Numerous computer science graduate students complete theirresearch projects and masters theses in the Business Computer Research Laboratory. Thedepartment had close to twenty-five graduate students. The department had smart classrooms anddedicated undergraduate instructional laboratories for computer forensics, parallel computing,operating systems security, database security and network security.The Computer Science Department has ABET accreditation. The department has 12 full-timegraduate faculty members, all with terminal degrees, and 16 teaching assistants. Their researchinterests range