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2001 Annual Conference

Authors

Valarie Arms; J. Weggel; Aly Valentine

laboratories within ED&L Administration of Courses and Exams The preparedness, reliability and effectiveness of the teaching assistant in the classroom The administration of the chemistry course (during academic year 1999-2000) Rescheduling of exam times - not conducive to have two exams on the same day; Friday afternoons and Monday mornings can be difficult for some students Concern about the consistency of faculty supervising the freshmen design project; providing training for those individualsCourse Integration Page 6.209.6 "Proceedings of the 2001 American Society for Engineering Education Annual

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1998 Annual Conference

Authors

Zbigniew Prusak

with homeworks- hands-on laboratory- design project (involving information search)3.1. Behavior and beliefs related shortcomings of young students.The following problems in behaviors and beliefs were observed among around 20 years oldengineering technology students during learning process and completion of assignments:1. attempt to apply same style of learning to all subjects (highly cognitive tasks as well as mostly manual skills)2. prefer learning through ‘hacking’ rather than a systematic approach3. little note-taking ability4. little self-organization skills when facing multiple assignments in laboratory5. difficulty in formulating assumptions and questions (prefer to guess)6. lack of self-verification7. attempt to solve all problem

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1997 Annual Conference

Authors

Leslie Bondaryk

wecan model them or animate them. Computer modeling can be used to show complex structures inthree dimensions that cannot be viewed physically. Videos can be used to show processes thatare too dangerous to replicate in a university laboratory. Computer animation and simulators canbe used to animate theoretical concepts.There is no question that three-dimensional rotating pictures are superior to the static images in abook or on a blackboard. This gap in the toolset used by Materials educators was always felt,and new media was used as soon as it became available to fill in these gaps. There are fewMaterials departments that have not assembled a small collection of videos of steel forging,animations of Body Centered Cubics, and movies showing

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1997 Annual Conference

Authors

Charles H. Dowding; Joseph J. Biernacki

many forms which interdisciplinary researchmay take including peer groups working in similar areas of study, peer groups working indifferent areas of study and peer groups working on thematic problems with a commongoal. Students engage in a course of study that introduces them to a wide spectrum ofresearch topics relevant to the central theme of civil engineering materials. They alsoattend a seminar activity designed to coach them in skills ancillary to research includingliterature search, report writing, oral presentation and laboratory safety. Teams of threestudents are advised by three individual faculty mentors and three graduate coaches.Teams meet weekly to formally review and cross-fertilize their research projects withinput from their

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1998 Annual Conference

Authors

John T. Bell; H. Scott Fogler

well as highprecision tracking of the user's viewpoint. The CAVE was originally developed by the ElectronicVisualization Laboratory at the University of Illinois in Chicago [9], and is currently sold byDivision incorporated [10]. A CAVE consists of a cubic room in which the walls and the floorare stereoscopic display screens. Driven by very powerful SGI computers, CAVEs producesimulation environments so realistic that it can be very difficult to distinguish them from reality.Downloading The ModulesEach of the VR modules is composed of multiple files when installed. For purposes ofdistribution, however, all files required for any given module are bundled into a single( compressed ) package, along with PDF format documentation files and a small

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1999 Annual Conference

Authors

Marilyn Dyrud

Center: An Undergraduate Team Project Experience.” FIE Conference Proceedings, Vol. 1 (1997): 366-70.16. Gates, Ann Q. et al. “Affinity Groups: A Framework for Developing Workplace Skills.” FIE Conference Proceedings, Vol. 1 (1997): 53-6.17. George, Dennis B. et al. “Cooperative Learning: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Problem-Based Environmental Education.” ASEE Annual Conference Proceedings (1998). Available: CD-ROM.18. Goodwin, Cliff and Rob Wolter. “Student Work Group/Teams: Current Practices in an Engineering and Technology Curriculum Compared to Models Found in Team Development Literature.” ASEE AnnualConference Proceedings (1998). Available: CD-ROM.19. Hambley, Allan R. et al. “Professional Design Laboratories: Bridging the

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1998 Annual Conference

Authors

Jordan Cox; Alan Parkinson

, Attmodel and solve problems Att work with others explain below Attdesign system, process or component Attappreciate history, art, music, etc. Attconduct an experimental program Atthave high ethical standards Attuse engineering tools, techniques Attunderstand global societal context Attcommitment to lifelong learning Explanations: Explanations Associated Reading ReadingHomework and Homework:Associated Laboratory LabActivities Activities: First Principles: FirstPrinciples Mathematics: MathConcepts Computer Tools

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Aaditya Khanal, The University of Texas at Tyler; Prabha Sundaravadivel, The University of Texas at Tyler; Mohammad Abu Rafe Biswas, The University of Texas at Tyler

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI)

expertise and interests include process dynamics and control, fuel cell systems and thermal fluid engineering education. He has taught courses in system dynamics and control, process control, energy conversion, and thermal fluids laboratory. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Incorporating Sustainability into Engineering Curricula Through Project-Based Learning (PBL) Aaditya Khanal1, Prabha Sundaravadivel2 and Mohammad Rafe Biswas3 Jasper Department of Chemical Engineering1 Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering2 Department of Mechanical Engineering3 The University

Conference Session

Innovative Pedagogical Strategies II

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sunil Mehendale, Michigan Technological University

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

software used in design projects and laboratory was alsobriefly discussed. The authors used the characteristics of the learning systems, their effectivenessbased on students’ performance, student skills developed using the learning systems, and studentfeedback as their comparison criteria. Most of the methods reviewed used computer technologyand multimedia to provide interactivity and visualization. Most of these methods were found toimprove student performance and help develop their skills. Overall, student feedback andcomments were positive and encouraging.Engineering students often face difficulties comprehending the first and second laws (Meltzer [9]),particularly the concepts of heat, work, and cyclic processes. According to Meltzer, students

Conference Session

Industrial Engineering Division (IND) Technical Session 2

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jakia Sultana, University of Texas, El Paso; Md Fashiar Rahman, University of Texas, El Paso; Christopher Colaw, Lockheed Martin; Tzu-liang Bill Tseng, University of Texas, El Paso

Tagged Topics

Diversity

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Industrial Engineering Division (IND)

of LMA. Students explore the DMAIC model forquality improvement and become acquainted with vital Statistical Process Control tools, layingthe groundwork for understanding the significance of quality in product and processdevelopment. This foundational knowledge is crucial as it empowers students with the ability toinitiate quality enhancements—a skill of paramount importance in industries where productsafety and reliability are non-negotiable.2.2 Module 3: The Power of Lean and Six Sigma (Day 3-4)Lean Six Sigma methodologies are introduced, emphasizing their critical role in optimizingprocesses and reducing defects. Students learn to apply these principles in a laboratory setting,mirroring their relevance in real-world industries. Lean Six

Conference Session

Modern Teaching Strategies in Engineering

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hoo Kim, LeTourneau University; Neil Rogers, United States Air Force Academy; George York, United States Air Force Academy; Paul R. Leiffer, LeTourneau University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

), Visualizing Concepts in Electromagnetic Fields: Hands-On Experiments UsingStudent-Owned Laboratory Kits Paper presented at 2011 ASEE Annual Conference &Exposition, Vancouver, BC. 10.18260/1-2--18545[19] Caverly, R. H. (2021, April), Use of low cost vector network analyzers inundergraduate RF and wireless circuit laboratories Paper presented at Middle AtlanticASEE Section Spring 2021 Conference, Virtual . https://peer.asee.org/36328[20] Everly, J. (2009, June), Frequency Response Of Rf Transceiver Filters Using LowCost Vector Network Analyzer Paper presented at 2009 Annual Conference & Exposition,Austin, Texas. 10.18260/1-2—5146[21] Derickson, D., & Jin, X., & Bland, C. C. (2021, April), The NanoVNA VectorNetwork Analyzer: This New

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Advancements in Sustainable Manufacturing Practices

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Zhenhua Wu, Virginia State University; Pamela Leigh-Mack, Virginia State University

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Manufacturing Division (MFG)

mechanical, electrical, and software levels. Their focus is not just on physicalmanufacturing systems; also includes the enablement (sensing and acquisition) and use of data(analytics) around manufacturing systems to drive increases in productivity, product quality, andbusiness feedback.” That echoes the “Report to the President Accelerating US AdvancedManufacturing”, which states two emerging technologies of national importance [3]: 1) advancedsensing, control and platform for manufacturing, and 2) visualization, information, and digitalmanufacturing. The ABET proficiencies also require Manufacturing Engineering programs to havecurricular content covering “manufacturing laboratory or facility experience: measurement ofmanufacturing process

Conference Session

Environmental Engineering Division (ENVIRON) Technical Session 3 - Innovative Pedagogy

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jean M. Andino Ph.D., P.E., Arizona State University; Erick S. Vasquez-Guardado, University of Dayton; Ricardo Gomez Gonzalez, Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon; Xiaojing Yuan, University of Houston ; Nilza D. Aples, University of Technology, Jamaica

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Environmental Engineering Division (ENVIRON)

problem – or at least assist us along the way to find a better solution?Prof. Nilza D. Aples, University of Technology, Jamaica A professional chemical and environmental engineer with over 35 years of combined experience in process design and project management in the petroleum industry and environmental consulting, Prof. Aples join the University of Technology, Jamaica in 1999. Since 1999, she has spearheaded the Waste Management & Laboratory Services Research Unit at UTech. She led the design team that developed and implemented the first bilingual chemical engineering undergraduate programme in Jamaica. Also collaborate in the development and implementation of the MPhil, PhD, and MSc programmes in engineering

Conference Session

Nanotechnology/RFID

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Patrick Anderson, CET; Ghassan T. Ibrahim, Bloomsburg University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

theviability of the passive UHF RFID system to locate the position of a tagged objects, stored in amultiple shelved warehouse environment is investigated. A pilot system was implemented and itsperformance was investigated by a team of two students in the electronics engineeringtechnology (EET) program during one semester senior design project. A 915 MHz RFID systemperformance was investigated and analyzed in a simulated environment in the radio frequency(RF) laboratory. The concept of using RFID system for position identification in the simulatedstorage environment was successfully proven. The pilot system was able to identify taggeditems’ locations with very high efficiency especially in an RF friendly environment. The workrequired the analysis of

Conference Session

Architechtural Engineering Eduction: Emergent Topics

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ahmed Cherif Megri, University of Wyoming

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Architectural

ethics study(including preparation of a code of ethics by students), and preparation of a complete project reportthat contains all design drawings and calculations. This course also involve leadership and oral andwriting components as part of their learning objectives.The student performance in courses involving laboratory also includes evaluation of laboratory reportsrequired from students. Grading of laboratory reports is rigorous and involves evaluation of technicalcontents, clarity and coherence of presented materials, and writing skills.Most of the architectural engineering senior level courses also involve projects. In addition to homeworkproblems, exams, etc. the student evaluation in these courses is also achieved through review of

Conference Session

Computers in Education Poster Session

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Guido W. Lopez, Old Dominion University

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Computers in Education

. Page 22.1703.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2011 Work in Progress: Distance teaching of Thermodynamics with Adobe Connect and Dedicated Engineering Software.Abstract.A considerable number of schools nationwide are currently offering undergraduate engineeringand engineering technology programs via distance-learning. Unlike other “narrative” academicprograms, however, engineering programs still present pedagogical challenges in distanceeducation especially in subjects that require mathematical derivation, sample problem-solution,property evaluation and laboratory practice. Several technologies are currently available fordistance education, such as: TV broadcasting, web-based

Conference Session

Active and Inquiry-Based Learning

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael J. Prince, Bucknell University; Margot A. Vigeant, Bucknell University; Katharyn E. K. Nottis, Bucknell University

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Educational Research and Methods

Physics webpage; http://physics.dickinson.edu/~abp_web/abp_homepage.html, accessed10/12/10Bernhard, Jonte. Improving Engineering Physics Teaching - Learning From Physics Education Research.In Physics Teaching in Engineering Education. 2000. Budapest.Bransford, J., Brown, A., and Cocking, R. 2000 How People Learn: Brain, Mind, Experience and School.Washington, D.C.: Commission on Behavioral and Social Science and Education, National ResearchCouncil.Carlton, K. (2000), 'Teaching about heat and temperature', Physics Education, 35 (2), 101.Chi, M. T. H. Commonsense Conceptions of Emergent Processes: Why Some Misconceptions AreRobust. Journal of the Learning Sciences, 2005. 14. 161-99.Chi, M. T. H. (2006). Laboratory methods for assessing experts’ and

Conference Session

Multimedia and Distance Learning

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Judith R. Pearse, University of Maine

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Engineering Technology

controllers (PLCs, EET 276) course were already scheduledto be taught during the spring semester, these courses were identified for the pilot program.Although only one course was originally going to be used as the test bed, it was decided to usethe technology for both a laboratory and classroom-only course. In this way, two distinct coursedelivery methods would be compared to the new methodology. It should be noted that the Webexsystem was implemented two days after the semester had begun, in response to an emergencysituation that prevented the instructor from regularly teaching on campus. This prevented athorough evaluation of existing technologies prior to implementation of a system.The resulting technology configuration consisted of the

Conference Session

Assessment Methods and Learning Pedagogy I

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mehrube Mehrubeoglu, Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi; Satyajit Verma, Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi

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Engineering Technology

of the program. Page 22.1309.4Thus if classroom assessment activities such as homework assignments, oral and written reports,laboratory and field exercises, quizzes and tests are linked to course outcomes, and the courseoutcomes, in turn, are linked to program outcomes, simple mathematical manipulations can bedone to identify and quantify the strengths and weaknesses in students‟ development, courseeffectiveness and program achievements. The results can be graphically presented to allow easyinterpretation and create a meaningful impact on the program stakeholders.Microsoft Excel spreadsheet is used as the tool of choice to keep the data on

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Richard Chiou, Drexel University; Michael G. Mauk, Drexel University; Robin Kizirian, Drexel University; William Peeples, Drexel University

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NSF Grantees

. degree in Computer Engineering with a minor in Computer Science at the University of Hartford in Connecticut. He is currently serving as a research assistant at the Engineering Technology department at Drexel University. Robin has been involved in various projects funded by Pfizer, NASA, NSF and Department of Education. His areas of research include Embedded Systems, Mechatronics, Efficient Solar Energy Systems, Internet-based Quality Control and 3-D Online Education.William Peeples, Drexel University William Peeples is a graduate from Drexel University with a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology. He now works in the Engineering Technology laboratory as a research assistant at Drexel University. His

Conference Session

Attracting Young Minds: Part I

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wenshen Pong, San Francisco State University; Amelito G. Enriquez, Canada College; Hamid Shahnasser, San Francisco State University; Cheng Chen, San Francisco State University; Nilgun Melek Ozer, San Francisco State University; S. (Ed) Cheng, San Francisco State University; Hao Jiang, San Francisco State University; Hamid Mahmoodi, San Francisco State University

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Minorities in Engineering

research. In addition, the School is active in research and has been awardednearly $3 million over the last five years in grants and contracts from sources including the USDepartment of Energy, National Science Foundation, Air Force Research Laboratory, NationalAeronautics and Space Administration, Pacific Gas & Electric, Agilent Technologies and SunMicrosystems. The school also maintains strong ties with the local industry. The San FranciscoBay Area, home of many innovative engineering and technology companies, provides anexcellent regional setting and an abundant pool of desirable employment opportunities for ourstudents.Given the challenges outlined under Identification of Need, the following goals were set for thefunded proposal.Goal 1

Conference Session

Descriptions of Curricular and Model Development

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Keeshan Williams, Polytechnic Institute of New York University; Vikram Kapila, Polytechnic Institute of New York University; Magued G. Iskander, Polytechnic Institute of New York University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

AC 2011-1861: ENRICHING K-12 SCIENCE EDUCATION USING LEGOSKeeshan Williams, The Polytechnic Institute of NYU KEESHAN WILLIAMS received a B.A. degree in Chemistry from Queens College, City University of New York (CUNY), Flushing, NY, in 2005. Upon graduation, he worked as a Chemist for a materials testing laboratory in College Point, NY, and most recently as a Materials Engineer for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. After obtaining his M.S. degree in Chemical and Biological Engineering at NYU-Poly in 2008, he started pursuing a Ph.D. degree also in Chemical and Biological Engineering at NYU-Poly in the same year. He is currently serving as a teaching Fellow at the Crispus Attucks Elementary School

Conference Session

ABET and Curriculum-Level Assessments

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joseph J. McCarthy, University of Pittsburgh; Robert S. Parker, University of Pittsburgh

Tagged Divisions

Chemical Engineering

specifically designed to facilitate knowledge inte-gration. This curriculum, in use for just over 5 years, is unique for its use of block scheduling.Block scheduling, in its simplest form, is transforming multi-semester courses into a single-semester course via extended, concentrated contact time. Among other things, the flexibilityafforded by extended and more frequent contact time allows (and encourages) greater opportu-nity for active and collaborative learning. The specific adaption of this technique to chemicalengineering has resulted in a curriculum comprised of 6 “Pillar” courses which are takenindividually in 6 consecutive undergraduate semesters and are accompanied by vertically in-tegrated laboratory experiences.IntroductionIn this paper, we

Conference Session

Issues Affecting Engineering Program Development

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Miguel Angel Ramos, University of Houston; Lauren Chapman, Boston College; Mac Cannady, Boston College; Enrique Barbieri, University of Houston

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Engineering Technology

AC 2011-1649: EVALUATION RESULTS OF AN E AND ET EDUCATIONFORUMMiguel Angel Ramos, University of Houston MIGUEL ANGEL RAMOS is the Assistant Dean for Assessment and Accreditation for the College of Technology at the University of Houston. His primary focus has been the practical application of assess- ment and evaluation strategies to enhance educational quality in the college and university. Prior to joining the University of Houston, Dr. Ramos worked as a researcher for the Southwest Educational Develop- ment Laboratory, and as an Evaluator for Boston Connects. He earned a Ph.D. in Educational Research, Measurement and Evaluation from Boston College in 2004.Lauren Chapman, Boston College Lauren Chapman is a

Conference Session

Developing Young MINDS in Engineering, Part II

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Heidi A. Taboada, University of Texas, El Paso; Jose F. Espiritu, University of Texas, El Paso; Emmanuel Gurrola

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Minorities in Engineering

work full-time over asix-week period. Each PI will open their laboratory to the undergraduates during the summer.The students will be divided into teams and split into the different laboratories. In thelaboratories, the students will be paired with a graduate student following the Pair-2-Learn(PAL) model.Pair-2-learn (PAL) model - Four undergraduate students will be “paired” with one graduatestudent to work in a research project; the graduate students will be trained by the Center forEffective Teaching and Learning (CETaL) at UTEP before they start working withundergraduate students. The graduate student will be the project leader while the undergraduatestudents will help in achieving the research tasks. The students involved in the research

Conference Session

Engineering Mechanics Education

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

AnnMarie Thomas, University of Saint Thomas; Keith Berrier, University of Saint Thomas; Andrea Guggenbuehl, University of Saint Thomas, Health and Human Performance Department

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Mechanical Engineering

spring, and a German wheel as a slipping (or non-slipping, depending on the simplifications made) disk rolling on a surface. “Dynamics withCircus Laboratory” was designed to explore these connections in a fun, intensive elective course.This course was developed to supplement engineering students’ exposure to dynamics, and togive them hands-on experience doing experiments related to dynamics. Mechanical Engineeringstudents at the University of St. Thomas are required to take a traditional Mechanics course inwhich dynamics is taught, however this new course exposed/introduced students to additionaltopics, such as Lagrangian dynamics, that are not covered in the required class. This paper willdescribe the initial offering of the course, focusing on

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1999 Annual Conference

Authors

Ismail Orabi

Laboratories: the MaterialsTesting laboratory sponsored by the NSF, the Engineering Multimedia Laboratory supported by AT&T Foundationand the Space Dynamic Systems Lab funded by United Technologies and the Yankee Ingenuity of the State of Page 4.409.13Connecticut. He has published over 25 technical articles in refereed journals and conference proceedings. Hisresearch interests include dynamics of linear and nonlinear structural systems, numerical simulations and seismicanalysis and design. Page 4.409.14

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1999 Annual Conference

Authors

Richard Martin

anacknowledgment of the difficulties faced as design requirements force students to apply moreand more of those concepts which continue to crowd the various electrical engineering curricula.In many instances, after basic first and second order analog filters are introduced, when signalprocessing applications require filters, “ideal” filters are assumed. For bandpass filters, signalswithin the pass band are assumed to pass through with constant gain while signals outside thepass band are assumed to be totally rejected. The notion that “ideal” filters may be easilyimplemented may also be reinforced as the students study the design of digital filters.However, in our senior project design course and laboratory, real bandpass filters are frequentlyrequired

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1998 Annual Conference

Authors

J. N. Dahiya; B. F. Draayer

Session 1264 COMPUTER INTERFACING A MICROWAVE SPECTROMETER: AN EDUCATIONAL APPROACH B. F. Draayer, J. N. Dahiya Physics Department Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 ABSTRACT A laboratory procedure for introducing undergraduate students to the principles of analog todigital converters is described. The procedure involves interfacing an analog to digital chip, theADC 0804, to a PC via a cable connected to the PC's parallel port

Conference Session

Enhancing CE Learning Through Use of Technology

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Luis Godoy, University of Puerto Rico

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Civil Engineering

Page 15.1094.2aimed at reaching a pre-established goal, and not by listening to an instructor in a lecture.Advocates of learning-by-doing stress the role of doing as part of preparing to perform in aprofession. According to Schon 3, the main features of reflection in action are learning by doing,coaching rather than teaching, and creating a dialogue between coach and student. Effectiveforms of learning by doing in real laboratories have been implemented in Engineering Education,especially for capstone courses 4. Alternatively, a methodology of building a simulated scenario,in which the student can learn-by-doing while interacting with fictitious characters (some ofwhom provide coaching), has been proposed by Schank 5 as an effective form of