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New Trends in Engineering Management Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Patricia Galloway, The Nielsen-Wurster Group, Inc

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Engineering Management

AC 2008-191: THE 21ST CENTURY ENGINEERPatricia Galloway, The Nielsen-Wurster Group, Inc Dr. Patricia D. Galloway is the chief executive officer of The Nielsen-Wurster Group, Inc. and Director of Pegasus Global Holdings, Inc. Dr. Galloway was the first woman to serve as president of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) in the organization’s 154-year history, her proudest accomplishment by being able to serve as a role model to young women engineers. She was appointed by President Bush in 2006 to the National Science Board for a six-year term. She is a licensed professional engineer in fourteen U.S. states, Canada and Australia, a certified project management

Conference Session

Teaching Engineering and Public Policy

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Philip Dunn, University of Maine; Kenneth Nichols, University of Maine

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Engineering and Public Policy

AC 2008-2622: CREATING CLASSROOM LINKS BETWEEN PUBLICADMINISTRATION AND CIVIL ENGINEERING DISCIPLINESPhilip Dunn, University of MaineKenneth Nichols, University of Maine Kenneth Nichols holds a doctorate from Georgetown University. He retired from a career with IRS before changing careers into teaching. He teaches courses in Public Administration at the University of Maine in Orono Page 13.342.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Creating Classroom Links between Public Administration and Civil Engineering DisciplinesAbstract Professionals from the public

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Mechanical Engineering Poster Session

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Megan Arnold, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Aman Yadav, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Gregory Shaver, Purdue University; Eric Nauman, Purdue University

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Mechanical Engineering

AC 2008-612: MEASURING STUDENT PERCEPTIONS OF CASE-BASEDINSTRUCTION IN AN ENGINEERING COURSEMegan Arnold, Purdue University, West Lafayette Megan Arnold is a graduate student pursuing a Ph.D. in Special Education at Purdue University. She has a bachelor’s degree in psychology and has a background in quantitative research with a specific interest in improving instruction for students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) with difficulties in math, as well as in improving undergraduate education for students in the engineering field.Aman Yadav, Purdue University, West Lafayette Aman Yadav, PhD, Assistant Professor. Aman Yadav is a faculty member within the Educational Psychology

Conference Session

Engineering Student Involvement in K12 Programs

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Malinda Zarske, University of Colorado at Boulder; Jacquelyn Sullivan, University of Colorado at Boulder; Daniel Knight, University of Colorado at Boulder; Janet Yowell, University of Colorado at Boulder

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

AC 2008-2393: THE IMPACT ON ENGINEERING GRADUATE STUDENTS OFTEACHING IN K-12 ENGINEERING PROGRAMSMalinda Zarske, University of Colorado at Boulder MALINDA SCHAEFER ZARSKE is a K-12 engineering coordinator for the Integrated Teaching and Learning Program at the University of Colorado at Boulder. She is the curricula coordinator for the TEAMS Program, on the development team as well as a content editor for the TeachEngineering digital library, and has co-created and co-taught engineering elective courses for both high school and undergraduate students. A former middle and high school math and science teacher, she received her MAT in secondary science from the Johns Hopkins University and her

Conference Session

ERM Potpourri

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Amy Miller, University of Pittsburgh -Johnstown

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Educational Research and Methods

AC 2008-93: "THINKING OUTSIDE THE BOOK" OR "WHY MY STUDENTSWANT TO BE CALLED BIG DRIPS"Amy Miller, University of Pittsburgh -Johnstown Amy Miller is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. She earned a M.S. degree from University of Pittsburgh, and a BS in Mechanical Engineering Technology from the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. She joined the faculty at UPJ in 1992 after 10 years with a leading manufacturer of railroad freight cars. During her time in industry, she served as a Design Engineer, Manager of Design Engineering, and Manager of Engineering

Conference Session

Programming for Engineering Students I

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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William Birmingham, Grove City College; Vincent DiStasi, Grove City College

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Computers in Education

AC 2008-1611: ACTIVE LEARNING ACROSS THE COMPUTER SCIENCECURRICULUMWilliam Birmingham, Grove City CollegeVincent DiStasi, Grove City College Page 13.144.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Active Learning Across the CS Curriculum1. IntroductionThe general idea of active learning is to engage students during lecture with a variety of thingsthat actively involve them in the material being presented. Through active engagement, studentsare highly encouraged to focus attention on the lecture. While active learning holds greatpromise, it also raises several important issues: designing materials for lecture that incorporateactive learning while keeping

Conference Session

Preparing Engineering Students for International Practice

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ilka Balk, University of Kentucky; G. Lineberry, University of Kentucky

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International

AC 2008-1691: FRESHMAN PROGRAM TO GERMANY: AN INTRODUCTION TOGERMAN ENGINEERINGIlka Balk, University of Kentucky Ilka Balk, a native of Germany, joined the University of Kentucky, College of Engineering, in 2006 in order to start and establish a German Engineering Program. In the fall of 2007, Ilka took on the added responsibility of Director of Cooperative Education. Ilka has lived and worked in Germany and the United States, and has a Masters in Political Science with minors in History and Communications from the University of Goettingen, Germany.G. Lineberry, University of Kentucky G.T. Lineberry is Associate Dean for Commonwealth and International Programs and Professor of

Conference Session

Off the Beaten Path

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rebecca Bates, Minnesota State University-Mankato; Denise Wilson, University of Washington

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New Engineering Educators

well as engineering education, with an emphasis on student learning and educational methods.Denise Wilson, University of Washington Denise Michelle Wilson (M’89) was born in Chicago, IL, in 1966. She received the B.S. degree in mechanical engineering from Stanford University,Stanford, CA, in 1988 and the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in electrical engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, in 1989 and 1995, respectively. She is currently an Associate Professor with the Electrical Engineering Department, University of Washington, Seattle, and she was previously with the University of Kentucky, Lexington, in a similar position from 1996 to 1999. She was also with Applied

Conference Session

International Division Poster Session

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Patrick Ferro, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Naoki Osawa, Kanazawa Institute of Technology; Masakatsu Matsuishi, Kanazawa Institute of Technology; Richard Stamper, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Wayne Sanders, Rose Hulman Institute Of Technology; Taketo Yamakawa, Kanazawa Institute of Technology; Tetsuro Furukawa, Kanazawa Institute of Technology

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International

AC 2008-357: INTERNATIONAL DESIGN COURSE EXPERIENCESPatrick Ferro, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Patrick Ferro is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. He has been on the faculty of Rose-Hulman since 2005. He is licensed as a PE in Michigan and Ohio.Naoki Osawa, Kanazawa Institute of Technology Naoki Osawa is an Assistant Professor of Engineering at Kanazawa Institute of Technology. His doctorate degree is in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from KIT. He has been on the faculty of KIT since 2007, following three years of industrial experience at Hitachi, Ltd.Masakatsu Matsuishi, Kanazawa Institute of Technology Masakatsu

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Topics at the intersection of Aero and Naval Eng.

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Edwin Wiggins, Webb Institute

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Ocean and Marine

AC 2008-132: TEACHING COGAS DESIGN WITH MATHCADEdwin Wiggins, Webb Institute Edwin G. Wiggins holds BS, MS, and Ph.D. degrees in chemical, nuclear, and mechanical engineering respectively from Purdue University. He is the Mandell and Lester Rosenblatt Professor of Marine Engineering at Webb Institute in Glen Cove, NY. Ed is a past chairman of the New York Metropolitan Section of the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME) and a past regional vice president of SNAME. A Centennial Medallion and a Distinguished Service Award recognize his service to SNAME. As a representative of SNAME, Ed Wiggins serves on the Board of Directors of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and

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2008 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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Peter LoPresti; Theodore W. Manikas; Jeff Kohlbeck

teach about the engineering profession and the field of electricalengineering. Activities included laboratories in electrical circuits, designing an electric car,soldering, a field trip, and discussion about ethics. Students worked in two and four-personteams, and made presentations on their experiences.The academy was evaluated using formal assessment instruments and faculty observations. Eachof the individual activities attained an overall rating of at least 4 on a scale of 1 to 5, with mostactivities rated at 4.5 or greater. A formal evaluation of the entire academy revealed ratings of4.5 or greater out of 5 on most aspects of the academy, though some areas indicated a need forimprovement, such as clarity of written materials and the

Conference Session

Electromechanical Curricula

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joseph Fuehne, Purdue University-Columbus; Kathy Bradley, MotoTron, Inc; Eric Bradley, MotoTron, Inc

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Engineering Technology

a mathematics review class combined with an introduction to spreadsheet analysis.There is nothing much in the first two semesters of the MET program to create excitement infirst-year students, and this presents something of a retention challenge for the program.In order to provide a real-world experience and an enjoyable competition to motivate students,the MET department at Purdue University in Columbus, Indiana partnered with a local company,MotoTron (www.mototron.com), to present the Mechatronics Career Discovery Challenge.Mechatronics combines mechanical, electrical, and software design to produce complexmachines. This particular challenge involves writing the software to program a vehicle tonavigate a course using a global positioning

Conference Session

Mechanics and the Internet

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Calvin Ashmore, Georgia Institute of Technology; Bo Yeon Lee, Georgia Institute of Technology; Geoff Thomas, Georgia Institute of Technology; Daniel Upton, Georgia Institute of Technology; Sneha Harrell, UC Berkeley; Christine Valle, Georgia Institute of Technology; Wendy Newstetter, Georgia Institute of Technology; Janet Murray, Georgia Institute of Technology; Laurence Jacobs, Georgia Institute of Technology; Sue Rosser, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Mechanics

AC 2008-249: INTEL: INTERACTIVE TOOLKIT FOR ENGINEERINGEDUCATIONCalvin Ashmore, Georgia Institute of TechnologyDaniel Upton, Georgia Institute of TechnologyBo Yeon Lee, Georgia Institute of TechnologyGeoff Thomas, Georgia Institute of TechnologySneha Harrell, UC BerkeleyChristine Valle, Georgia Institute of TechnologyJanet Murray, Georgia Institute of TechnologyWendy Newstetter, Georgia Institute of TechnologyLaurence Jacobs, Georgia Institute of TechnologySue Rosser, Georgia Institute of Technology Page 13.778.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 InTEL : Interactive Toolkit for Engineering LearningAbstractStatics, a foundational engineering course

Conference Session

Assessing Design Coursework

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Marcia Friesen, University of Manitoba

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Design in Engineering Education

AC 2008-2845: RE-THINKING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ENGINEERINGDESIGN AND ENGINEERING SCIENCE WITHIN AN INCLUSIVEFRAMEWORK OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICEMarcia Friesen, University of Manitoba Marcia Friesen, P.Eng., is a Ph.D. student in engineering at the University of Manitoba, Canada. She holds a bachelor degree in engineering and a master degree in education. Currently, she is the director of the Internationally Educated Engineering Qualifications Program at the University of Manitoba. Page 13.1020.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Re-thinking the Relationship between Engineering

Conference Session

Instrumentation and Measurement: Innovative Courses

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gurinder Singh, Future Technology Devices International Ltd. (USA); Lakshmi Munukutla

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Instrumentation

AC 2008-1386: ENHANCING LABORATORY EXPERIENCE TO STUDENTS BYINTRODUCING USB CONNECTIVITY INTO LAB ENVIRONMENT USING FTDIGurinder Singh, Future Technology Devices International Ltd. (USA) Lakshmi Munukutla received her Ph.D. degree in Solid State Physics from Ohio University, Athens, Ohio and M.Sc and B.Sc degrees from Andhra University, India. She has been active in research and published several journal articles. She is the Chair of the Electronic Systems Department at Arizona State University at the Polytechnic campus.Lakshmi Munukutla, Arizona State University Gurinder Singh brings almost a decade of experience in the electronics industry to his position as Senior Field Applications Engineer

Conference Session

ECE Poster Session

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Eric Freudenthal, University of Texas at El Paso; Brian Carter, University of Texas at El Paso; Frederick Kautz, University of Texas at El Paso; Alexandria Ogrey, University of Texas at El Paso; Robert Preston, University of Texas at El Paso; Arthur Walton, University of Texas at El Paso

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Electrical and Computer

AC 2008-1776: INTEGRATION OF C INTO AN INTRODUCTORY COURSE INMACHINE ORGANIZATIONEric Freudenthal, University of Texas at El Paso Eric Freudenthal is a member of the Computer Science faculty at the University of Texas at El Paso. Dr. Freudenthal's research interests include self-organizing distributed systems, computer security, and the effective teaching of foundational concepts in computation and science.Brian Carter, University of Texas at El Paso Brian Carter is an undergraduate studying Computer Science at the University of Texas at El Paso.Frederick Kautz, University of Texas at El Paso Frederick Kautz is an undergraduate studying Computer Science at the University of Texas at El

Conference Session

Research in Multidisciplinary Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carol Barry, University of Massachusetts-Lowell; Jacqueline Isaacs, Northeastern University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

AC 2008-1967: IMPROVING THE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTCOMPONENT OF AN REU SUMMER PROGRAMCarol Barry, University of Massachusetts-Lowell CAROL M. F. BARRY is an Associate Director for the Center for High-rate Nanomanufacturing (CHN)and a Professor in the Department of Plastics Engineering at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, MA. CHN a collaborative partnership among Northeastern University, the University of Massachusetts Lowell (UML) and the University of New Hampshire. She leads the education and outreach activities for CHN and the REU Summer Program at UML. Her research focuses on plastics processing, particularly at the micro and nanoscales and their application to high-rate

Conference Session

FPD2 - First-Year Advising and Transition

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lisa Romkey, University of Toronto

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First-Year Programs

AC 2008-2127: THE FIRST YEAR TRANSITION: CHALLENGES ANDSOLUTIONS FOR STUDENTS, INSTRUCTORS AND ADMINISTRATORSLisa Romkey, University of Toronto Lisa Romkey is the Lecturer, Curriculum, Teaching and Learning with the Division of Engineering Science. In this position, Lisa plays a central role in the continuous improvement of the design and delivery of a dynamic and complex curriculum, while facilitating the development and implementation of teaching and learning initiatives and innovations. Lisa is cross-appointed with the Department of Curriculum, Teaching and Learning at OISE/UT (Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto). Lisa holds a Masters in Curriculum Studies

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2008 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

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Navarun Gupta; Buket Barkana; Sarosh Patel; Lawrence V. Hmurcik

DISCUSSION ON HIGH VOLTAGES AND THEIR SUCCESSFUL INTRODUCTION IN TO THE ENGINEERING CLASS ROOM USING REAL LIFE ACCIDENT CASES Navarun Gupta, Buket Barkana, Sarosh Patel, and Lawrence V. Hmurcik University of BridgeportAbstractWe discuss the Engineering principles of Hi-voltage (any voltage above 600 volts). Wecite 3 examples that typify some of the problems facing the Engineer and technicianworking with Hi-voltages, including geometry considerations, the need to follow properprotocol and the laws (both scientific and political) governing Hi-voltage.IntroductionHigh voltage is a source of interest to both the Engineer and to the layman. Interestranges from the sight of speeding electrified commuter trains to

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2008 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

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Navarun Gupta; Buket Barkana; Sarosh Patel; Lawrence V. Hmurcik

DISCUSSION ON HIGH VOLTAGES AND THEIR SUCCESSFUL INTRODUCTION IN TO THE ENGINEERING CLASS ROOM USING REAL LIFE ACCIDENT CASES Navarun Gupta, Buket Barkana, Sarosh Patel, and Lawrence V. Hmurcik University of BridgeportAbstractWe discuss the Engineering principles of Hi-voltage (any voltage above 600 volts). Wecite 3 examples that typify some of the problems facing the Engineer and technicianworking with Hi-voltages, including geometry considerations, the need to follow properprotocol and the laws (both scientific and political) governing Hi-voltage.IntroductionHigh voltage is a source of interest to both the Engineer and to the layman. Interestranges from the sight of speeding electrified commuter trains to

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2008 Northeast Section Meeting

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Navarun Gupta; Buket Barkana; Sarosh Patel; Lawrence V. Hmurcik

DISCUSSION ON HIGH VOLTAGES AND THEIR SUCCESSFUL INTRODUCTION IN TO THE ENGINEERING CLASS ROOM USING REAL LIFE ACCIDENT CASES Navarun Gupta, Buket Barkana, Sarosh Patel, and Lawrence V. Hmurcik University of BridgeportAbstractWe discuss the Engineering principles of Hi-voltage (any voltage above 600 volts). Wecite 3 examples that typify some of the problems facing the Engineer and technicianworking with Hi-voltages, including geometry considerations, the need to follow properprotocol and the laws (both scientific and political) governing Hi-voltage.IntroductionHigh voltage is a source of interest to both the Engineer and to the layman. Interestranges from the sight of speeding electrified commuter trains to

Conference Session

Experiential and Service Learning

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Odon Musimbi, Colorado School of Mines; Barbara Moskal, Colorado School of Mines; David Munoz, Colorado School of Mines

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

AC 2008-268: SERVICE LEARNING IN ENGINEERING EDUCATION: IMPACTON FACULTY AND STUDENT ATTITUDES.Odon Musimbi, Colorado School of MinesBarbara Moskal, Colorado School of MinesDavid Munoz, Colorado School of Mines Page 13.1072.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Changes in Engineering Student Attitudes with Respect to Service Learning: A Response to a Curricular Intervention?Abstract: In the fall of 2004, a study was completed the Colorado School of Mines that comparedengineering faculty and student attitudes with respect to community service. The primarypurpose of the investigation was to acquire baseline data prior to the implementation of the

Conference Session

Diversity and K-12 Issues

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joseph Fuehne, Purdue University-Columbus

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Engineering Technology

AC 2008-488: EVOLUTION OF AN ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY OUTREACHPROGRAMJoseph Fuehne, Purdue University-Columbus Joe Fuehne received a BS degree in Aeronautical/Astronautical Engineering from the University of Illinois, and MS and PhD degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University. Dr. Fuehne is also a licensed professional engineer in the states of Texas and Indiana. Prior to his position with the Purdue University College of Technology in Columbus, Indiana, Dr. Fuehne spent 14 years working in the aerospace, oil and automotive industries. Page 13.584.1© American Society for

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2008 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

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Ashraf Ghaly; Megan Ferry

advantages of damming a river are, there are always some disadvantagesthat can derail the project. Dams may be built to achieve one or more of several goals such as reducing oreliminating the hazard of floods, regulating water flow in a turbulent river, storing water for drinking orirrigation purposes, generating hydropower, creating an artificial lake for recreational activities, orestablishing a new habitat for fish, birds, and animals. Historically, dam building has always beencontroversial. Currently, arguing about building a new dam and studying its impact can take years. Damconstruction is impacted by technical, political, economical, environmental, and cultural factors. Theconstruction of a new dam may also result in the displacement of

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2008 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

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Ashraf Ghaly; Megan Ferry

advantages of damming a river are, there are always some disadvantagesthat can derail the project. Dams may be built to achieve one or more of several goals such as reducing oreliminating the hazard of floods, regulating water flow in a turbulent river, storing water for drinking orirrigation purposes, generating hydropower, creating an artificial lake for recreational activities, orestablishing a new habitat for fish, birds, and animals. Historically, dam building has always beencontroversial. Currently, arguing about building a new dam and studying its impact can take years. Damconstruction is impacted by technical, political, economical, environmental, and cultural factors. Theconstruction of a new dam may also result in the displacement of

Conference Session

Manufacturing Engineering Technology Curriculum

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Akbar Eslami, Elizabeth City State University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2008-705: ROBOT PALLETIZING WORK CELL SIMULATIONAkbar Eslami, Elizabeth City State University Dr. Akbar Eslami is a professor and Engineering Technology coordinator in the Department of Technology at Elizabeth City State University. He received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Old Dominion University. His research interests are in computer aided manufacturing, design,and automation. Page 13.1057.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Robot Palletizing Work Cell SimulationAbstractThe purpose of this project is to design a fully functional automated palletizing work

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2008 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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Shannon G. Davis; Bryan W. Hill; Carol S. Gattis; Bradley M. Dearing; Edgar C. Clausen

engineering faculty to improve teaching skills and toincrease the teachers’ use, understanding and application of hands-on exercises. The 27participants in the Year 2 (2007) Institute developed 18 open-ended design briefs and activitiesfor use in their classrooms during the academic year.Follow-up visits showed that the participants were very active in using design activities duringthe 2007-2008 school year. The 21 surveyed teachers used 73 teacher-developed designactivities for an average of more than 3 activities per teacher. Best of all, 19 new designactivities were developed by the 21 surveyed teachers after the Institute, and one teacherdeveloped six new activities for the classroom.Following a very successful Year 2 Institute and follow-up

Conference Session

Our Future in Manufacturing

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bradley Harriger, Purdue University; Mike Aikens, Butler County Community College; Mark French, Purdue University; Steve Shade, Purdue University

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Manufacturing

nation. The traditional recruitment approach of static websites and brochures fail to attractthe interest of potential students. This approach must be adjusted to include the evolving interestsof each new incoming generation of students; if it’s not animated, colorful, virtual, “cool” andmost importantly part of their current world, capturing student interest is difficult at best. This paper will address a planned summer workshop for high school students that will usethe guitar to introduce the “fun” side of engineering and specifically manufacturing. Theworkshops build on experience from semester classes in stringed instrument manufacturing andfrom an adult summer workshop on guitar making. Additionally, details of the guitar workshop

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2008 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

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Shih-Liang Wang

Free Body Diagrams of Gear Trains Shih-Liang (Sid) Wang Department of Mechanical and Chemical Engineering North Carolina A&T State University Greensboro, North Carolina 27411AbstractMany senior students in the author’s machine elements course have difficulties in drawing aFBD (Free Body Diagram) correctly, which is the first step in force and stress analysis of amechanical system. One of the challenges to those students is that even though the principles todraw a FBD are the same for every mechanical system (A FBD is a sketch of a mechanicalsystem cut free of its surroundings to shows all the

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2008 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

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Shih-Liang Wang

Free Body Diagrams of Gear Trains Shih-Liang (Sid) Wang Department of Mechanical and Chemical Engineering North Carolina A&T State University Greensboro, North Carolina 27411AbstractMany senior students in the author’s machine elements course have difficulties in drawing aFBD (Free Body Diagram) correctly, which is the first step in force and stress analysis of amechanical system. One of the challenges to those students is that even though the principles todraw a FBD are the same for every mechanical system (A FBD is a sketch of a mechanicalsystem cut free of its surroundings to shows all the