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Widgets, Add-ons, Toolbars, and Videos: Web 2.0 Tools for Searching, Managing, and Teaching about Engineering Literature and Information

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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E. Michael Wilson, Ohio University

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Engineering Libraries

AC 2009-471: ACADEMIC LIBRARY INTERNET INFORMATION PROVISIONMODEL: USING TOOLBARS AND WEB 2.0 APPLICATIONS TO AUGMENTSUBJECT REFERENCEE. Michael Wilson, Ohio University E. Michael Wilson, MSLS, is the Bibliographer for Engineering at Ohio University Alden Library and serves as the liaison to the Russ College of Engineering. He also has a BS in Computer Science, and a BBA in Management Information Systems. (E-mail: wilsone2@ohio.edu, Twitter: @emichaelwilson) Page 14.154.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Academic Library Internet Information Provision Model: Using Toolbars and Web

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Engineering Ethics V

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tammy VanDeGrift, University of Portland; Donald Chinn, University of Washington, Tacoma

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Engineering Ethics

AC 2009-2512: AN EXERCISE TO ENGAGE COMPUTING STUDENTS INDISCUSSIONS OF PROFESSIONAL ISSUESTammy VanDeGrift, University of Portland Dr. Tammy VanDeGrift is an Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Portland. Her research interests include computer science education and computer science theory. In the arena of computer science education research, she is especially interested in conducting studies that investigate students' preconceptions of computing ideas.Donald Chinn, University of Washington, Tacoma Dr. Donald Chinn is an Associate Professor at the University of Washington, Tacoma. He helped create a supplementary problem solving workshop program

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New Trends in CHE Education I

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kevin Dahm, Rowan University; William Riddell, Rowan University

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Chemical Engineering

Page 14.1205.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 THE EFFECT OF IMPROVEMENTS IN SOPHOMORE DESIGN INSTRUCTION ON PERFORMANCE IN SUBSEQUENT COURSE OFFERINGSAbstractThe chemical engineering curriculum at Rowan University includes a team-taught,multidisciplinary sophomore course sequence called Sophomore Engineering Clinic I and II,intended to teach engineering design and technical communication. Prior to 2005, SophomoreClinic I featured a semester-long design project. The faculty team made substantial changes tothe course in the Fall of 2005 to address various shortcomings in student achievement of thecourse goals. The new course design featured a 4-week project intended to introduce students tothe

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Sustainability in Engineering Courses

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jennifer Aurandt, Kettering University; Terri Lynch-Caris, Kettering University

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Environmental Engineering

AC 2009-1944: THE ROLE OF GREEN CHEMISTRY IN AN INDUSTRIALECOLOGY COURSEJennifer Aurandt, Kettering UniversityTerri Lynch-Caris, Kettering University Page 14.1250.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Role of Green Chemistry in an Industrial Ecology CourseAbstractThe National Academy of Engineering released the Grand Challenges facingengineering in the next century. Environmental sustainability is related to at least 5 ofthe fourteen challenges. To address these challenges, a multi disciplinary team of sixfaculty members from engineering, business, and chemistry developed a courseentitled, “Environmentally Conscious Design and Manufacturing”. In this course

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Special Session: Findings from the Academic Pathways Study of Engineering Undergraduates 2003-2008--Overview and Panel Discussion

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cynthia Atman, University of Washington; Sheri Sheppard, Stanford University; Lorraine Fleming, Howard University; Ronald Miller, Colorado School of Mines; Karl Smith, Purdue University; Reed Stevens, University of Washington; Ruth Streveler, Purdue University

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Educational Research and Methods

AC 2009-1484: FINDINGS FROM THE ACADEMIC PATHWAYS STUDY OFENGINEERING UNDERGRADUATES 2003-2008 -- OVERVIEW AND PANELDISCUSSIONCynthia Atman, University of Washington CYNTHIA J. ATMAN, Ph.D., is the founding Director of the Center for Engineering Learning and Teaching (CELT) in the College of Engineering at the University of Washington and the Director of the NSF funded Center for the Advancement of Engineering Education(CAEE). Dr. Atman is a Professor in Human Centered Design & Engineering. Her research focuses on design learning and engineering education.Sheri Sheppard, Stanford University SHERI D. SHEPPARD, Ph.D., P.E., is a professor of Mechanical Engineering at Stanford

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2009 Pacific Southwest Section Meeting

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Phillip R. Rosenkrantz

44 Using an On-line Survey Tool to Streamline Outcomes Assessment Phillip R. Rosenkrantz, Ed.D., P.E. Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering Department California State University, PomonaAbstractOutcomes assessment required to meet ABET accreditation criteria can be very time consuming.Deciding what and how to measure can take many hours of faculty time on both a department-wide and individual basis. Data gathering and analysis is another time consuming activity.Finally, preparing self-studies and other reports can consume

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Engineering Ethics: An Interdisciplinary Endeavor

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Edward Gehringer, North Carolina State University

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Liberal Education

AC 2009-1719: PERSONAL VS. PROFESSIONAL E-MAIL: THE PALIN CASEEdward Gehringer, North Carolina State University Ed Gehringer is an associate professor in the Department of Computer Science and the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at North Carolina State University. He has been a frequent presenter at education-based workshops in the areas of computer architecture and object-oriented systems. His research interests include architectural support for memory management, garbage collection, and computer-supported collaborative learning. He received a B.S. from the University of Detroit(-Mercy) in 1972, a B.A. from Wayne State University, also in 1972, and the Ph.D. from Purdue

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Bridging the Gap and Freshman Programs

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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James Sullivan, Dallas Independent School District

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Mathematics

AC 2009-2352: THE “BOX METHOD” FOR TEACHING RATIO/PROPORTIONPROBLEMSJames Sullivan, Dallas Independent School District Page 14.1266.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 The “Box Method” for Teaching Ratio/Proportion ProblemsAbstractThis paper details a systematic method for teaching high school students how to set up and solveratio and/or proportion problems. Such problems frequently occur in a wide variety ofengineering applications. The author, while teaching high school algebra courses, noticed aremarkable fact: Students were able to solve such problems correctly once the problems hadbeen set up properly. In other words, their major difficulty was not

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Trends in Construction Engineering Education I

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Virendra Varma, Missouri Western State University

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Construction

, it is a common practice to hire adjunct facultyfrom industry to deliver instruction in select areas of design and construction, such as bridgedesign, construction contracting, special problems, etc. The reasons are two-fold: One, to avoidhiring full-time tenure-track faculty to comply with the budgetary constraints, and Two, to utilizethe expertise of practitioners in specialized courses. Practitioners utilize engineering codes,standards, and specifications on a routine basis, and are well-equipped to transmit thisknowledge to the students in an interesting and challenging manner. Practitioners face a varietyof problems in their day-to-day practice and are open to sharing them with the students. Studentsenjoy exposure to real-world problems

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Sustainable and Urban Development

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sharon deMonsabert, George Mason University; Laura Miller, George Mason University

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Civil Engineering

Department. Ms. Miller is a PE and a LEED AP. Page 14.660.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Greening the CapstoneAbstractThe Senior Design Project course at George Mason University provides a capstone designexperience that integrates the fundamental knowledge employed by a contemporary civilengineering design team in areas such as land use planning, transportation design, water andsewerage management, grading and storm water design, site analyses and layout, and economic,environmental and regulatory restrictions. In response to the growing need for civil engineerswith a solid foundation in

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2009 Pacific Southwest Section Meeting

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James Helbling

472 INTEGRATING DESIGN APPLICATION AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS INTO SENIOR DESIGN COURSES James Helbling, Department of Aeronautical Engineering Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Prescott, AZThis paper recounts the evolution of a capstone senior design course taught at Embry-RiddleAeronautical University in Prescott, Arizona. It will discuss the development of the applicationbased learning objectives and the integration of a technical communication component into thecourse in question, and the challenges and negotiations involved in successfully implementingthese

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Project-Based Student Learning: Part I

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Saeed Foroudastan, Middle Tennessee State University

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Engineering Technology

University. Professor Foroudastan is involved with several professional organizations and honor societies, and has many publications to his name. He also holds U.S. and European patents. Page 14.575.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Enhancing Undergraduate Performance through Peer-Led, Team-Learning (PL-TL)Abstract Numerous studies have proven that students who are provided hands-on training performbetter academically than those without active learning1, 4. Students may pass a written test on thescientific method but find it difficult to solve a real scientific problem

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2009 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

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Robert M. Brooks; Berk Ayranci; Keerthi Takkalapelli

Recruitment improvement in ASEE student membership Robert M. Brooks, Berk Ayranci, and Keerthi TakkalapelliAbstract:Problems and issues for advancing engineering education from the student perspectives areimportant considerations in engineering education. For one month period ads asking the studentto join ASEE’s student chapter were placed in the student longue and waiting areas in theengineering building. Only 9 students joined. Then a survey was made and distributedrandomly to the students to know what exactly the students wanted and their needs were. Thesurvey asked the students how important to them are the following issues by rating them on ascale 1 (least important) - 5(most important). The issues ranged

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2009 Northeast Section Meeting

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Robert M. Brooks; Berk Ayranci; Keerthi Takkalapelli

Recruitment improvement in ASEE student membership Robert M. Brooks, Berk Ayranci, and Keerthi TakkalapelliAbstract:Problems and issues for advancing engineering education from the student perspectives areimportant considerations in engineering education. For one month period ads asking the studentto join ASEE’s student chapter were placed in the student longue and waiting areas in theengineering building. Only 9 students joined. Then a survey was made and distributedrandomly to the students to know what exactly the students wanted and their needs were. Thesurvey asked the students how important to them are the following issues by rating them on ascale 1 (least important) - 5(most important). The issues ranged

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Service Learning Projects in Developing Countries

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jess Everett, Rowan University; Yusuf Mehta, Rowan University; Joshua R. Wyrick, Rowan University; Maria Perez-Colon, Rowan University

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Environmental Engineering

worldexperiences where students are called upon to use all their book knowledge, common sense andresourcefulness to make a significant contribution to project goals. Students work inmultidisciplinary teams. They are responsible for interacting with clients, conducting assessmenttrips, designing solutions, making recommendations, producing engineering reports anddrawings, making presentations, raising funds, and supervising and participating in construction.The projects introduce student to the triple bottom line, i.e., projects must work at environmental,economic, and social levels. The purpose of this paper is to describe the benefits of incorporatingEWB projects into the engineering curriculum. In order to do this, three projects are described indetail

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New Trends in CHE Education II

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jason Keith, Michigan Technological University; Daniel Crowl, Michigan Technological University; David Caspary, Michigan Technological University; Jeffrey Allen, Michigan Technological University; Dennis Meng, Michigan Technological University; Jeff Naber, Michigan Technological University; Abhijit Mukherjee, Michigan Technological University; John Lukowski, Michigan Technological University; Jay Meldrum, Michigan Technological University; Barry Solomon, Michigan Technological University

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Chemical Engineering

Lukowski, Michigan Technological University John Lukowski is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Michigan Technological University.Jay Meldrum, Michigan Technological University Jay Meldrum is Director of the Keweenaw Research Center at Michigan Technological University.Barry Solomon, Michigan Technological University Barry Solomon is a Professor of Geography and Environmental Policy in the Department of Social Sciences at Michigan Technological University. Page 14.678.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Hydrogen Curriculum

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Programming for Engineering Students II

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jayaraman Jayaraman Thiagarajan, Arizona State University; Kostas Tsakalis, Arizona State University; Andreas Spanias, Arizona State University; Harvey Thornburg, Arizona State University

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Computers in Education

is a graphical programming language and caninterface with external acquisition and signal processing devices1. In this paper, we describe the use of LabVIEW in undergraduate signals and systemscourses. The understanding of signals and systems is central to several areas in Electrical andComputer Engineering. Signals and systems courses serve as prerequisites for higher levelcourses in signal processing, communications and controls2,3. The availability of a wide range offunctions and toolkits for in LabVIEW enables exposition to algorithm, software and hardwareissues in signal analysis and filtering. We have started an education project with NationalInstruments aimed at developing and embedding software and laboratory exercises for

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International Aspects of Civil Engineering

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Lambert, Arup; Allen Estes, California Polytechnic State University; Craig Baltimore, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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Civil Engineering

AC 2009-303: PROJECT MANAGERS, ARCHITECTS, AND ENGINEERS--OHMY! AN INTERDISCIPLINARY COLLABORATIONDavid Lambert, Arup David Lambert obtained both his masters and undergraduate degrees in Architectural Engineering from California Polytechnic State University. He is currently a structural engineer for Arup in Los AngelesAllen Estes, California Polytechnic State University Allen C. Estes is a Professor and Head for the Architectural Engineering Department at California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo. Until January 2007, Dr. Estes was the Director of the Civil Engineering Program at the United States Military Academy (USMA). He is a registered Professional Engineer in

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“And Other Duties as Assigned”

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Scott Curtis, Linda Hall Library

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Engineering Libraries

AC 2009-630: READERS' ADVISORY IN THE ENGINEERING LIBRARYScott Curtis, Linda Hall Library Page 14.1007.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Readers’ Advisory in the Engineering LibraryAbstractTraditionally, librarians view readers’ advisory (RA) as a public library function, geared towardrecommending fiction and focused around genre studies. This paper argues that an active RAprogram would provide engineering librarians with a tool to help students broaden theirscientific, technical, and social perspectives beyond their course and project work. Manycolleges and universities require student cohorts to participate in campus reading programs; RAin the

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Research and Education in Radiation and Radiologic

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sheldon Landsberger, University of Texas, Austin; Ofodike Ezekoye, University of Texas, Austin; David Hearnsberger, University of Texas, Austin; Rose Stiffin, Florida Memorial University; Michael Elliott, Florida Memorial University; Dimitri Tamalis, Florida Memorial University; Carlos Handy, Texas Southern University; Elena Stefanova, Texas Southern University; Muchere Russ, Huston-Tilliston

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Nuclear and Radiological

studies, Compton suppression gamma-ray spectrometry and risk assessment in radioactivity handling. He is also involved in development of distance learning education.Ofodike Ezekoye, University of Texas, Austin Dr. Ofodike Ezekoye is an expert in combustion and heat transfer in high temperature and reacting systems such as combustion engines, furnaces, and fire enclosures. He is currently the Graduate Advisor for the Mechanical Engineering Department and is an advisor for the National Society of Black Engineers University of Texas Austin Chapter.David Hearnsberger, University of Texas, Austin Dr. David Hearnsberger is consultant for his own business Kaizen Innovations. He is a lecturer in

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Robot Mania in Precollegiate Engineering Education

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Linda Hirsch, New Jersey Institute of Technology; John Carpinelli, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Howard Kimmel, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Ronald Rockland, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Levelle Burr-Alexander, New Jersey Institute of Technology

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

AC 2009-193: THE IMPACT OF INTRODUCING ROBOTICS IN MIDDLE- ANDHIGH-SCHOOL SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS CLASSROOMSLinda Hirsch, New Jersey Institute of Technology LINDA S. HIRSCH is the Program Evaluator in the Center for Pre-College programs. She has a doctoral degree in educational psychology with a specialty in psychometrics and a Masters degree in statistics. She has been involved in all aspects of educational and psychological research for 15 years. Dr. Hirsch has extensive experience conducting longitudinal research studies and is proficient in database management, experimental design, instrument development, psychometrics and statistical programming.John Carpinelli, New Jersey Institute of

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Innovations in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology Programs

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yuhong Zhang, Texas Southern University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2009-2021: THE APPLICATION OF MATLAB TO TEACHINGCOMMUNICATION SYSTEMSYuhong Zhang, Texas Southern University Page 14.1178.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Application of Matlab on the Teaching of Communication SystemsAbstractMatlab has become a widely used tool for teaching and learning in various Engineeringprograms. In author’s electronics technology program, many students do not have astrong calculus background, which is the basic requirement for the communicationsystems course. Therefore, it is helpful to have a tool like Matlab to help themunderstand the concepts of signal, Fourier theorem, random noise and

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Design Cognition

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rogelio Cardona, University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez; Ted Cruz, University of Puerto Rico; Noraica Davila, University of Puerto Rico; Omar Ferrer, University of Puerto Rico; Alexander Gonzalez, University of Puerto Rico; Ramon Gonzalez, University of Puerto Rico; Willie Gonzalez, University of Puerto Rico; Nelson Mendez, University of Puerto Rico; Damian Torres, University of Puerto Rico; José Vega, University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez

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Design in Engineering Education

AC 2009-2376: CREATIVITY MEETS NO BOUNDS: DEFEATING THE MYTH OFTHE CAVERogelio Cardona, University of Puerto Rico, MayagüezTed Cruz, University of Puerto RicoNoraica Davila, University of Puerto RicoOmar Ferrer, University of Puerto RicoAlexander Gonzalez, University of Puerto RicoRamon Gonzalez, University of Puerto RicoWillie Gonzalez, University of Puerto RicoNelson Mendez, University of Puerto RicoDamian Torres, University of Puerto RicoJosé Vega, University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Page 14.385.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Creativity Meets No Bounds: Defeating the Myth of the CaveAbstractWe are a team of

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2009 Pacific Southwest Section Meeting

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Donna M. Schaeffer; Patrick C. Olson

408.236.1152 polson@nu.eduAbstract One of the most amazing aspects of higher education, in nearly all cultures, is that while itis generally viewed as valid or important in at least some context, it generally derives its credibilityfrom the external milieus. Thus if intellect is popular, so is higher education – and visa versa.Importantly, this extends well beyond popularity. It includes aspects of acquiring and valuingknowledge that sometimes have the curious effect of putting higher education in the strangeposition of placating ideas and beliefs that are known (via research and scholarship) to be wrong.While in some ways this is just a political problem that any organization might encounter – itbecomes

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Student Learning and Assessment

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Anne-Marie Lerner, University of Wisconsin, Platteville

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Mechanical Engineering

AC 2009-1755: ERROR TRACKING: AN ASSESSMENT TOOL FORSMALL-ENROLLMENT COURSESAnne-Marie Lerner, University of Wisconsin, Platteville Anne-Marie Lerner is a first-year assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin - Platteville collaborative program located at the University of Wisconsin - Rock County. Her research interests include assessment, engineering education, K-12 outreach, speech processing, and semiactive vibration control. She received her PhD in mechanical engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology in 2008. Page 14.582.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009

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Design Cognition

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mohamed El-Sayed, Kettering University

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Design in Engineering Education

AC 2009-2234: ENGINEERING DESIGN EDUCATION FOR INTEGRATEDPRODUCT REALIZATIONMohamed El-Sayed, Kettering University Dr. Mohamed El-Sayed is a professor of Mechanical engineering and director of the Hybrid Electric Vehicle Systems Integration Laboratory, Kettering University. He is the current editor of the SAE journal of Materials and Manufacturing. Dr. El-Sayed has over thirty years of teaching experience in the area of design, design simulation, design optimization, and automotive design. Dr. El-Sayed has over twenty years of Automotive Design, Development, and Validation experience. Dr. El-Sayed was the lead engineer on the design optimization and quality/Durability/Reliability Integration of

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Capstone and Senior Design in Engineering Technology

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ivana Milanovic, University of Hartford; Tom Eppes, University of Hartford

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Engineering Technology

Engineering from Texas A&M University and a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan. Page 14.1051.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Capstone Projects for Engineering Technology: Issues, Benefits and Trade-offsAbstractCapstone courses in our engineering technology (ET) programs are structured as open-endedundertakings where students are expected to creatively analyze, synthesize, and apply a wide-variety of learning outcomes from prior coursework. A capstone project may either be industry-sponsored or internally-sourced with student teams advised by

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Engineering Courses for Non-engineers

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Blake, Austin Peay State University

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Technological Literacy Constituent Committee

AC 2009-1691: USING MOVIES TO EXPLORE ELEMENTS OFTECHNOLOGICAL LITERACYJohn Blake, Austin Peay State University JOHN W. BLAKE is an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering Technology at Austin Peay State University, Clarksville, TN. He served as department chair from 1994-2005. He received his B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Northwestern University, and is a registered Professional Engineer in the State of Tennessee. Page 14.1328.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Using Movies to Explore Elements of Technological LiteracyAbstractTo reach the goal

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Engineering Ethics, Academic Integrity

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shobi Sivadasan, Stevens Institute of Technology; Brian Sauser, Stevens Institute of Technology

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Engineering Ethics

Technology Management from Stevens and his Master's from Rutgers, The State University on NJ. He came to Stevens ASRC Aerospace at NASA Kennedy Space Center. He has worked in government, industry, and academia for more than 10 years as both a researcher/engineer and director of programs related to space science research. In addition to many papers, he also co-authored a book titled " Systems Thinking - Coping with the 21st Century Problems". Page 14.1296.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Understanding Plagiarism using Boardman’s Soft Systems

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E-Learning in Chemical Engineering

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Silverstein, University of Kentucky

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Chemical Engineering

AC 2009-493: IMPROVING STUDENT LEARNING BY ENCOURAGINGREFLECTION THROUGH CLASS WIKISDavid Silverstein, University of Kentucky David L. Silverstein is the PJC Engineering Professor and Associate Professor of Chemical and Materials Engineering at the University of Kentucky College of Engineering Extended Campus Programs in Paducah. He received his B.S.Ch.E. from the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Alabama; his M.S. and Ph.D in Chemical Engineering from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee; and has been a registered P.E. since 2002. Silverstein is the 2004 recipient of the William H. Corcoran Award for the most outstanding paper published in Chemical Engineering