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Blurring the Boundary between Content Knowledge and Professional Knowledge

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Verna Fitzsimmons, Kent State University - Kent; Stephane Booth, Kent State University - Kent

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Liberal Education

courses required in undergraduate programs has atendency to increase. The increased professional coursework demands combined with auniversity’s general education requirements tends to lengthen students’ time to completethe degree. At the same time accessibility and timely degree completion is high onstakeholders’ agendas. Added to these circumstances, state legislators are consideringregulatory efforts to limit the number of credit hours needed for a baccalaureate degreefor subsidy calculations. This situation lead us to ask the question: Is there a way tointegrate the learning opportunities provided through professional and general educationthat would reduce the number of courses but do so in a pedagogically sound way?One answer to this question

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Tricks of the Trade I

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jerry Samples, University of Pittsburgh -Johnstown

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New Engineering Educators

AC 2008-1438: LEADERSHIP 104: THE TEACHER-SCHOLAR CULTUREJerry Samples, University of Pittsburgh -Johnstown JERRY SAMPLES is Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology and the Vice President for Academic Affairs at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown (UPJ). He holds a BS ChE. from Clarkson College, and MS and Ph.D. in ME from Oklahoma State University. He taught at the United States Military Academy for 12 years before joining UPJ in 1996. His recent work has been in the area of foundations of good teaching and development of advanced teaching methods. Page 13.839.1© American Society

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Innovations in Teaching Physics or Engineering Phy

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Adrian Ieta, Murray State University; Arthur Pallone

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Engineering Physics & Physics

AC 2008-1453: PRACTICAL APPROACHES TO PROJECT-BASED LEARNINGINCORPORATING PEER FEEDBACK IN ORDER TO ENHANCE CREATIVITYIN ENGINEERING COURSESAdrian Ieta, Murray State University Adrian Ieta holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (2004) from The University of Western Ontario, Canada. He also holds a B.Sc. in Physics from the University of Timisoara, Romania (1984), a B.E.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from the Polytechnical University of Timisoara (1992), and an M.E.Sc. from The University of Western Ontario (1999). He worked on industrial projects within the Applied Electrostatics Research Centre and the Digital Electronics Research Group at the University of Western Ontario and is an IEEE

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2008 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

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Bahram Nassersharif

Discovery-Based Learning Engineering Classroom Bahram Nassersharif, Ph.D. Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics University of Rhode IslandAbstractEngineering design, optimization, and analysis practice in the 21st century is performed using complexcomputer models and graphical visualization of the results. Engineering education must also incorporateteaching and use of computer models for enhancing the depth and breadth of student learning. Today, weuse a computer center to provide access to computers and educate engineering students to understand andapply engineering software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Matlab, and Ansys

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2008 Northeast Section Meeting

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Bahram Nassersharif

Discovery-Based Learning Engineering Classroom Bahram Nassersharif, Ph.D. Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics University of Rhode IslandAbstractEngineering design, optimization, and analysis practice in the 21st century is performed using complexcomputer models and graphical visualization of the results. Engineering education must also incorporateteaching and use of computer models for enhancing the depth and breadth of student learning. Today, weuse a computer center to provide access to computers and educate engineering students to understand andapply engineering software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Matlab, and Ansys

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2008 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

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Bahram Nassersharif

Discovery-Based Learning Engineering Classroom Bahram Nassersharif, Ph.D. Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics University of Rhode IslandAbstractEngineering design, optimization, and analysis practice in the 21st century is performed using complexcomputer models and graphical visualization of the results. Engineering education must also incorporateteaching and use of computer models for enhancing the depth and breadth of student learning. Today, weuse a computer center to provide access to computers and educate engineering students to understand andapply engineering software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Matlab, and Ansys

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Mechanics Education Programs and Projects

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cliff Lissenden, Pennsylvania State University; Nicholas Salamon, Pennsylvania State University; Andrew Miller, Pennsylvania State University

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Mechanics

mustpractice divergent thinking to explore the entire design space, which is an immensely importantskill for developing creative and effective solutions. Learning design via a team-based designproject promotes cognitive skills, social skills, management skills, and positive personal traits.Design and development of an open ended design project is discussed. The team-based projectprogresses over approximately ten weeks in an elementary strength of materials course. Thisprovides a significant design experience for engineering students that helps bridge the gapbetween the first-year engineering design course and the capstone design project that engineeringstudents typically do in their senior year. The project requires student teams to: work together

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Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma in Manufacturing Education 2

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joseph Chen, Iowa State University; Ronald Cox, Iowa State University

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Manufacturing

AC 2008-439: ASEE ABSTRACT 08 CHEN & COX - MANUFACTURING DIVISIONJoseph Chen, Iowa State University Joseph C. Chen, Ph.D., PE, is a Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering at Iowa State University. He received both his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Industrial Engineering at Auburn University in 1990 and 1994, respectively. His teaching interests include: Lean manufacturing system design, automated manufacturing processes, facility design, Taguchi design in quality, etc. His research interests include: manufacturing system control, manufacturing system design, design for manufacturing education, smart CNC machining, simulation as a design tool, simulation

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Emerging Issues in Engineering Education Research and Pedagogy

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joachim Walther, University of Queensland; David Radcliffe

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Educational Research and Methods

AC 2008-569: APPROACHING QUESTIONS OF RESEARCH QUALITY IN ANINTERPRETIVE INVESTIGATION OF ENGINEERING STUDENTS’COMPETENCE FORMATIONJoachim Walther, University of Queensland Joachim is a PhD scholar with the Catalyst Research Centre for Society and Technology at the University of Queensland. The objective of the Centre is to create innovative, sustainable solutions to complex social and technological challenges facing industry and the community, through the fusion of social science and engineering perspectives. Joachim’s PhD research is in the area of engineering competence and particularly looks at the formation of Accidental Competencies in undergraduate education. The research involves a

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Sustainable Design & Global Issues in ET

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jerome Tapper, Northeastern University; Francis Dibella, Northeastern University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2008-1140: THE DEVELOPMENT AND DEPLOYMENT OF ANENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY CURRICULUM TO COMBAT ENGINEERINGGLOBALIZATIONJerome Tapper, Northeastern University Professor Tapper is an Associate Academic Specialist in EET at Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts. He holds a BSEE and an MSIS, both from Northeastern University. Jerry is a Registered Professional Engineer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts with over twenty-five years of industrial experience. He is also the author of a tool-kit based text for electrical engineering technology students, Electronics for Engineering Technology.Francis Dibella, Northeastern University Prof. Francis A. Di Bella, a Registered Professional Engineer

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Materials Education Perspectives

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Barry Dupen, Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne

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Materials

AC 2008-35: USING INTERNET SOURCES TO SOLVE MATERIALSHOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTSBarry Dupen, Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne Dr. Dupen worked for 9 years in the automotive industry as a metallurgist, materials engineer, and laboratory manager. For the past 5 years, he has taught Mechanical Engineering Technology at Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW). His primary interests are in materials engineering, mechanics, contra dancing, and engineering technology education. Page 13.1342.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Using Internet Sources

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Multidisciplinary Course Innovation II

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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James Farison, Baylor University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

AC 2008-849: INNOVATIONS AND EXPERIENCES IN AN ENGINEERINGCOURSE CALLED IMAGE FORMATION AND PROCESSINGJames Farison, Baylor University Dr. Jim Farison is currently professor and associate chair of the ECE Department at Baylor University, and is also administratively responsible for Baylor's multidisciplinary B.S. in Engineering program. He was a founding member and serves currently as the past chair of ASEE's Multidisciplinary Engineering Division, and is a member of the ASEE Accreditation Activities Committee. He received his B.S.E.E. from The University of Toledo and his M.S. and Ph.D. from Stanford University, before returning to serve on the faculty at UT in the EE and then the

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Impact Student Success

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tokunbo Ogunfunmi, Santa Clara University

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Minorities in Engineering

AC 2008-2675: IMPACT AND RESULTS OF MINORITY ENGINEERINGSTUDENT ADVISING AND MENTORING FOR CAREER ADVANCEMENTTokunbo Ogunfunmi, Santa Clara University TOKUNBO OGUNFUNMI, Ph.D., P.E. is an Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering at Santa Clara University, Santa Clara, California. He earned his BSEE (First Class Honors) from Obafemi Awolowo University, (formerly University of Ife), Nigeria, his MSEE and PhDEE from Stanford University, Stanford, California. His teaching and research interests span the areas of Digital Signal Processing (theory, applications and implementations), Adaptive Systems, VLSI/ASIC Design and Multimedia Signal Processing. He is a Senior Member of the IEEE, Member

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Mentoring Graduate Students

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jan Rinehart, Rice University; Sherry Woods, University of Texas at Austin; Rebecca Richards-Kortum, Rice University

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Graduate Studies

AC 2008-1626: DEMYSTIFYING THE FACULTY SEARCH PROCESS:INCREASING WOMEN'S PURSUIT OF ACADEMIC CAREERS THROUGHKNOWLEDGE AND NETWORKINGJan Rinehart, Rice University Jan Rinehart is Executive Director of the ADVANCE Program at Rice University. The goals of the ADVANCE program are to increase the number of women faculty in science, engineering, and mathematics at all levels of leadership, and change the institutional climate. Prior to assuming this position, she served as the Deputy Director of the Space Engineering Institute for two years and the Director of Engineering Student Programs at Texas A&M University. She initiated the Women in Engineering program in 1994 and served as WEPAN (Women

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Educating the Whole Engineer - Building Life Skills

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kate Thomes, University of Pittsburgh; Beth Bateman Newborg, University of Pittsburgh; Kate Joranson, University of Pittsburgh; Dan Budny, University of Pittsburgh; Steven Abramowitch, University of Pittsburgh; Carol Washburn, University of Pittsburgh; Carol Baker, University of Pittsburgh

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Engineering Libraries

Of CollaborationAbstractCollaborations between engineering faculty and skilled experts outside of engineering properbuild strong undergraduate engineering curricula that clearly emphasize professional skills andABET program outcomes (Criteria 3 d, f, g, h, i,). With shared goals of providing undergraduateswith a rich educational experience in which research, communication and critical thinking arecentral to achievement and to the development of integrity in engineering, such collaborationsproduce an instructional program that readies students for the requirements of continuouslearning and complex analysis essential to a successful, principled engineering career.This paper will describe the contributions to undergraduate engineering education

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Service - Learning Projects

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Paul Boyle, Rice University; Brent Houchens, Rice University

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Environmental Engineering

AC 2008-449: ADAPTIVE WATER LABORATORY FOR K-12 OUTREACH ONSUSTAINABLE WATER USEPaul Boyle, Rice University Paul M. Boyle is a Ph.D. student in Mechanical Engineering at Rice University. In addition to his research in computational fluid mechanics and separation processes, Paul is active in engineering outreach. He tutors underrepresented high school students in mathematics and assists the math team during their practice for competitions.Brent Houchens, Rice University Brent C. Houchens is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering in the Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science Department at Rice University. His research interests include modeling flow and separation in

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Diversity and K-12 Issues

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Eugene Rutz, University of Cincinnati; Brian Lien, Princeton High School; Michelle Shafer, Mt Notre Dame High School; Steve Brickner, Harrison High School

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Engineering Technology

AC 2008-915: ACCESSIBLE STEM EDUCATIONEugene Rutz, University of Cincinnati Eugene is an Academic Director in the College of Engineering and Manager of the accelerated engineering degree programs. He also works with local high schools to develop content and activities that engender an interest in engineering.Brian Lien, Princeton High School Brian teaches technology education courses including CAD and architectural drawing at Princeton High School near Cincinnati.Michelle Shafer, Mt Notre Dame High School Michelle has a degree in Biomedical Engineering and teaches science at Mont Notre Dame High School near Cincinnati.Steve Brickner, Harrison High School Steve is a retired

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Been There/Done That: Advice for NEEs

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Craig Somerton, Michigan State University; Laura Genik, Michigan State University

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New Engineering Educators

his B.S. in 1976, his M.S. in 1979, and his Ph.D. in 1982, all in engineering from UCLA.Laura Genik, Michigan State University LAURA J. GENIK Laura J. Genik is a visiting assistant professor of Mechanical Engineering at Michigan State University. She teaches in the area of thermal engineering, including thermodynamics, heat transfer, and thermal system design. Dr. Genik has research interests in transport phenomena in porous media, inverse problems and parameter estimation in heat transfer processes, and computer design of thermal systems. She received her B.S. in 1991, her M.S. in 1994, and her Ph.D. in 1998, all in mechanical engineering from Michigan State University

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Topics in K-12 Engineering

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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William Lee, University of South Florida

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

AC 2008-1570: ENGINEERING IMAGES IN TELEVISION: AN ANALYSISFOCUSING ON THE IMAGES DEVELOPED BY HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS ANDSENIORSWilliam Lee, University of South Florida William E. Lee III is presently a Professor at the University of South Florida and is also director of the biomedical engineering program. He has been active in the area of engineering education for all of his academic career. Page 13.511.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Engineering images in television: An analysis focusing on the images developed by high school juniors and seniorsAbstractMedia images can

Conference Session

The Academic Environment

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kristen Constant, Iowa State University; Sharon Bird, Iowa State University; Florence Hamrick, Iowa State University

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Women in Engineering

, 2008Advancing Women Faculty in Engineering through InstitutionalTransformation: The Iowa State University NSF ADVANCE Program in theCollege of Engineering Page 13.161.2Abstract:The goal of the ISU ADVANCE program is to investigate the effectiveness of a multilevelcollaborative effort to produce institutional transformation that results in the full participation ofwomen faculty in science, technology, engineering and math fields in the university. Ourapproach focuses on transforming departmental cultures (views, attitudes, norms and sharedbeliefs), practices (what people say and do), and structures (physical and social arrangements), aswell as university policies, through

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Computer ET Innovation

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Fernando Rios-Gutierrez, Georgia Southern University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2008-1107: NEW PROGRESSIVE EMBEDDED DESIGN COURSE FORENGINEERING TECHNOLOGYFernando Rios-Gutierrez, Georgia Southern University Dr. Rios was born in Mexico City, Mexico. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and Communications from the National Polytechnic Institute, Mexico City, in 1978. He continued graduate studies at the National Institute of Astrophysics, Optics and Electronics, Puebla, Mexico, were he received the M.S. degree in Electronic Instrumentation Design in 1980. After graduating, he worked as a product designer engineer for the National Cash Register Company, Mexico, where he participated in the design of High-Frequency Switching Power Supplies. In

Conference Session

Mechanics Education Programs and Projects

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bridget Wadzuk, Villanova University; David Dinehart, Villanova University; Edward Glynn, Villanova University; Shawn Gross, Villanova University; Frank Hampton, Villanova University

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Mechanics

that enable civil engineering studentsto identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems. The Department of Civil andEnvironmental Engineering at Villanova University is investigating how to better presentmaterial in the core mechanics courses to better meet the educational needs of the students andimprove learning. The core sequence in mechanics at Villanova University consists of fivecourses: Statics/Dynamics, Mechanics of Solids, Civil Engineering Materials, Fluid Mechanicsand Fluid Mechanics Laboratory. To determine the current state of practice in mechanicseducation, the authors conducted a survey of civil engineering mechanics curricula at fiftyuniversities. Civil engineering curricula present mechanics in a variety of courses and

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Mechanics and the Internet

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Siamak Faridani, University of Oklahoma; Kurt Gramoll, University of Oklahoma

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Mechanics

AC 2008-2116: ONLINE INTERACTIVE MEMS EXPERIMENTS ANDWEB-BASED CURRICULUMSiamak Faridani, University of Oklahoma S. Faridani is a PhD student at the University of Oklahoma.Kurt Gramoll, University of Oklahoma K. Gramoll is the Hughes Centennial Professor of Engineering and Director of the Engineering Media Lab at the University of Oklahoma. Dr. Gramoll received his B.S. degree in Civil Engineering and M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, both from the University of Utah and received his Ph.D. in Engineering Science and Mechanics from Virginia Tech. He has developed and published several CDs and web-based sites for engineering education

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Topics in K-12 Engineering

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Stephanie Goldberg, Buffalo State College; Paul Siciliano, Buffalo State College; Clark Greene, Buffalo State College; Steve Macho, Buffalo State College

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

AC 2008-2253: FOLLOWING UP ON ENGINEERS OF THE FUTURE (EOF)WORKSHOP MOMENTUMStephanie Goldberg, Buffalo State College Stephanie Goldberg worked as a test engineer for 10 years prior to joining Buffalo State College's Engineering Technology faculty. Courses taught include Digital Electronics, Microcontrollers, Analog Circuits, DC and AC Electrical Circuits.Paul Siciliano, Buffalo State College Paul Siciliano’s expertise is in multidisciplinary studies focusing on Art, Design and Technology. His teaching includes work with learners of all ages and ability levels, with certifications in elementary, special, industrial arts, and gifted education. He has taught psychology, special

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Technical Capacity Bldg for Developing Countries & Service Learning / International Division Poster Session

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Fazil Najafi, University of Florida; James Carlsen, University of Florida; Meghan Ritter, University of Florida; Nick Safai, Salt Lake City College

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International

AC 2008-779: MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PRACTICESGLOBALLY ADAPTABLE FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN GROWINGDEVELOPING COMMUNITIESFazil Najafi, University of Florida Dr. Najafi is a professor of Civil and Coastal Engineering at the University of Florida. He earned his BSCE from the American College of Engineering, Kabul, Afghanistan, and his BSAE, MS, and PhD degrees in Civil Engineering from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. He has worked for 35 years in government, industry, and education. Besides teaching during more than 20 years, Dr. Najafi has conducted research, has been a participating member of several professional societies including ASEE, has published

Conference Session

Potpourri

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Women in Engineering

AC 2008-1444: ATTRACTIVE SCIENCES - RECRUITING AND RETENTIONACTIVITIES FOR WOMEN IN ACADEMIC CSET EDUCATIONNina Dahlmann, Technische Universitaet Berlin Nina Dahlmann has been working on several eLearning projects at the Berlin University of Technology since 2001. She began as a student member of the Mumie team where she was involved in the design, the development process as well as the implementation of the eLearning platform Mumie, a platform using new pedagogical concepts to support teaching of mathematics for mathematicians, engineers and natural scientists. Further on, she assisted the project management of the Mumie project in its future orientation and development. In the past year

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Developing Communication/Teamwork Skills in ChEs

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Brian Lefebvre, Rowan University; Loren Connell, Rowan University; Kevin Dahm, Rowan University

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Chemical Engineering

AC 2008-1182: COMPETITION BETWEEN STUDENT GROUPS IN THE PROTEINPRODUCTION CHALLENGEBrian Lefebvre, Rowan UniversityLoren Connell, Rowan UniversityKevin Dahm, Rowan University Page 13.316.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Competition between student groups in the protein production challengeAbstractConverting biological discoveries into commercial-scale processes requires that graduatingchemical engineers obtain an understanding of modern bioprocess principles. This paperdescribes the development and implementation of a five week long protein production projectinto a multidisciplinary upper level elective course

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Student Engagement and Motivation

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dale Baker, Arizona State University; Stephen Krause, Arizona State University; Senay Purzer

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Educational Research and Methods

AC 2008-633: DEVELOPING AN INSTRUMENT TO MEASURE TINKERING ANDTECHNICAL SELF-EFFICACY IN ENGINEERINGDale Baker, Arizona State University Dale Baker, Arizona State University Dale R. Baker is a Professor of Science Education in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at ASU and is the Co-Editor of The Journal of Research in Science Teaching. She teaches courses in science curricula, teaching and learning, and assessment courses with an emphasis on constructivist theory and issues of equity. Her research focuses on issues of gender, science, and science teaching. She has won two awards for her research in these areas.Stephen Krause, Arizona State University Stephen Krause, Arizona

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Recruitment & Retention in ET Programs

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ralph Schaffer, Purdue College of Technology; Joseph Dues, Purdue University-New Albany; Timothy Cooley, Purdue University-New Albany; Damon Sisk, Purdue University-New Albany

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Engineering Technology

Organization Theory and International Business. Before joining Purdue, Dr. Schaffer was Associate Professor of Management and Assistant Department Head at the School of Business at North Georgia State University, north of Atlanta. Prior to the North Georgia assignment he was Assistant Professor of Organizational Leadership and Supervision at IUPUI in Indianapolis. Before embarking on his teaching career, Dr. Schaffer was Manager of US Production Operations Development for United Distillers, the American whiskey subsidiary of Guinness, PLC, in Louisville. He also served six years in the US Air Force on active duty as a computer maintenance technician and maintenance

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Professional Practice and AEC Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kevin Dong, California Polytechnic State University

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Architectural

AC 2008-1512: CONNECTING ARCHITECTURE WITH STRUCTURESKevin Dong, California Polytechnic State University Kevin Dong, S.E. is an Associate Professor of Architectural Engineering (ARCE) at Cal Poly – San Luis Obispo. For the past six years he has been teaching classes that emphasize structural systems and structural design to various majors (Architecture, Architectural Engineering, and Construction Management) within the College of Environmental Design and Architecture. His class work utilizes his 13 years of experience with Ove Arup & Partners (ARUP), where he worked in both the San Francisco and London offices. A trademark of all the projects was the concept of integrated design where