Development of an Industrially Sponsored Senior Design Capstone Program: A University and Sponsor Perspective

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vito Moreno ◽  
Eric Cutiongco ◽  
Vinay Patel
Keyword(s):  
Academic Community ◽  
Capstone Course ◽  
Senior Design ◽  
Program Manager ◽  
Design Program ◽  
Critical Feedback ◽  
Key Issues ◽  
Local Companies ◽  
The University ◽  
Academic Year

The University of Connecticut Department of Mechanical Engineering Senior Design (Capstone) Course utilizes projects that are sponsored by local companies. While this approach offers many immediate benefits to near-graduating seniors, it introduces many unique problems to the academic community. Developing and sustaining an industrially-sponsored capstone design program requires an understanding of the synergies and differences between academia and industry.[1] Key issues that are addressed in this paper are project identification, oversight, mentorship and critical feedback. This paper is a collaboration between the Program Manager and 2 of the industry Sponsors from the 2015 2016 academic year. Following a brief discussion of several projects, sponsor comments on the value and areas of continued improvement are provided.

Organization and Management of an Industry Sponsored Capstone Senior Design Course

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vito Moreno ◽  
Thomas J. Barber
Keyword(s):  
Real World ◽  
Academic Community ◽  
Management Company ◽  
Organization And Management ◽  
Senior Design ◽  
Legal Implications ◽  
Design Program ◽  
Key Issues ◽  
Capstone Design Courses ◽  
Capstone Design

Senior level capstone design courses are run in many different ways in the academic community. A growing number of institutions strive to promote immersion into the real world of engineering through industrially sponsored projects. While this approach offers many immediate benefits to near-graduating seniors, it introduces many unique problems to the academic community. Developing and sustaining an industrially-sponsored capstone design program requires an understanding of the synergies and differences between academia and industry. Key issues discussed in this paper are program management, company sponsorship, diversity of projects, level of oversight required to make a successful project and legal implications of sponsoring a meaningful project.

Learning Experiences From an Industrially Sponsored Senior Design Capstone Program: A Student Perspective

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vito Moreno ◽  
Meagan Ferreira ◽  
Peter Malicki ◽  
Seth Morris ◽  
John DePasquale ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Peer Group ◽  
Student Perspective ◽  
Employment Opportunities ◽  
Senior Design ◽  
Program Manager ◽  
Student Teams ◽  
Design Program ◽  
Capstone Projects ◽  
The University ◽  
University Of Connecticut

A key element of the Department of Mechanical Engineering Senior Design Program at the University of Connecticut is the industrial sponsorship of virtually all Capstone projects. This paper is a collaborative effort between the Program Manager and two of the current 2016–2017 student teams. The students discuss their initial reasons for selecting their projects and their experiences in working with a peer group in the planning and execution of a project. Learnings from their interaction with the industrial sponsor, achievement of the ABET objectives and the value that the project experience has provided in obtaining post-graduation employment. Opportunities and actions, based on this feedback, for continued development of the program to improve effectiveness are also identified.

Design and Fabrication of a Self-Cleaning Toilet: Developing a Student Invention

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephan Maric ◽  
Joey Phelps ◽  
Zbigniew M. Bzymek ◽  
Vito Moreno
Keyword(s):  
Uv Light ◽  
Operating Conditions ◽  
Durability Test ◽  
Capstone Course ◽  
Senior Design ◽  
Toilet Seat ◽  
Self Cleaning ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Cleaning Methods ◽  
The University

The University of Connecticut Senior Design Capstone course developed by the Department of Mechanical Engineering is widely recognized by the Connecticut industry. The course provides fourth year students the opportunity for a major design experience in which they apply principles of engineering staring with the conceptual design through the basic science and mathematics, up to model, analysis, design of physical systems its components or processes as well as prepares students to work professionally [9]. This paper will discuss the issues and challenges associated with one of the Senior Design (SD) projects that was based on student generated inventive concept and sponsored by the student-inventor. The project demonstrated the design and prototyping problems on the example so called “Self-Cleaning Toilet”. The project addresses “self-cleaning” of facilities where infectious bacteria and viruses are prevalent in frequently used installations such as public restrooms. These areas tend to be difficult to keep clean often, without obstructing the functionality of the facility. The solution being proposed in this project is an intelligently designed, self-regulating, cleaning system that is able to be retroactively fitted onto a variety of toilet seats. UV germicidal irradiation was chosen as the primary method to eliminate germs for this device for several reasons. Using a UV light allows for more efficient, effortless elimination of germs as compared to conventional cleaning methods. The light encourages hands off operation, meaning that the user will not have to physically touch the toilet seat to clean it. Additionally, it allows the toilet seat surface to be cleaned continually throughout the day and in between uses, which is an unrealistic task to replicate with methods currently being employed. Multiple experiments were conducted that tested the ability of the UV light to reach all surfaces on a toilet seat. The germicidal effectiveness experiment tested the sanitation capability of the light under its intended operating conditions. Finally, the durability test indicated that the device would be able to withstand the conditions of the working environments commonly associated with bathrooms. Designs, building and testing of the prototype of such a toilet seat are described in the paper. Results from each of the testing experiments and experience gained in the creation of the Clean Light toilet design are described in the paper.

A creative approach to engaging students as partners at Faculty level of the institution

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Becky Lees ◽  
Wendy Garner ◽  
Matthew Flectcher ◽  
Naomi Gradwell ◽  
Megan Harris ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Student Engagement ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Academic Community ◽  
Key Factors ◽  
Faculty Level ◽  
Faculty Of Education ◽  
Personal Reflections ◽  
The University ◽  
Partnership Approach ◽  
Academic Year

This case study identifies an effective model developed by the faculty of Education and Children’s Services at the University of Chester to further student engagement at faculty level of the institution during the academic year 2014/15. The initiative aimed to encourage and facilitate staff and students to work in partnership in order to bring about enhancements to the learning experience of students within a shared academic community. Seven students involved with the initiative share their projects, the outcomes of these and personal reflections of their student engagement journey in the faculty. The paper concludes by outlining key factors to consider when developing a partnership approach with students through the lens of student engagement.

Post-Graduation Assessment of the Effectiveness of an Industrially Sponsored Senior Design Capstone Course

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vito Moreno ◽  
Bryan Weber ◽  
Thomas Barber
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Engineering ◽  
Student Perspectives ◽  
Capstone Course ◽  
Senior Design ◽  
Recent Graduates ◽  
Course Outcomes ◽  
The University ◽  
University Of Connecticut ◽  
Level Of Effort

Results of a survey of recent graduates who completed the Mechanical Engineering Senior Design Capstone course at the University of Connecticut are presented. Student perspectives on level of effort, effectiveness of course outcomes, and value of the course in their current jobs are presented. Overall results suggest that the industrially sponsored projects together with the class lectures have provided valuable experiences.

scholarly journals Knowledge and Governance: a reflection of sustainability from campus to industry

2017 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 79
Author(s):  
Vania Sarahid Flores Borboa
Keyword(s):  
Design Research ◽  
Business Practice ◽  
University Staff ◽  
Campus Sustainability ◽  
Great Responsibility ◽  
Critical Feedback ◽  
Multi Level ◽  
Local Companies ◽  
High Level ◽  
The University

Aim: The author provides a critical reflection of the questionnaire discussed at the workshop “Methodology for assessing the campus sustainability from the perspective of multi-level antifragility” held in June 2016 at the University of Sonora (Hermosillo, Mexico). This paper poses a reflection of how the sustainability perspective in high level education institutions could define the stage of change of alumni and therefore has an influence on sustainability issues of local companies. Design / Research methods: In the article, the author applies ideas and reflections regarding the research questionnaire discussed at the workshop “Methodology for assessing the campus sustainability from the perspective of multi-level antifragility” held in June 2016 at the University of Sonora (Hermosillo, Mexico) to sustainability issues in local companies. Conclusions / findings:  Universities have great responsibility in preparing students for applying principles of sustainability into business practice. In particular regarding the complexity of the world, where knowledge can be applied in a quickly changing environment. University staff and students can have a completely different view on the existence of different fragilities. Originality / value of the article: The article provides critical feedback on an innovative approach towards research on campus sustainability in the context of application to business practice. 

Undergraduate Research Into Motorsports Safety at UNC Charlotte

2001 ◽  
Author(s):  
Edwin R. Braun
Keyword(s):  
North Carolina ◽  
Undergraduate Research ◽  
Project Planning ◽  
Engineering Technology ◽  
Capstone Course ◽  
Senior Design ◽  
Engineering Design Process ◽  
Research Decision ◽  
The University ◽  
Process Elements

Abstract The Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) program at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNC Charlotte) has encouraged industrial collaboration in its Senior Design capstone course. Very few projects have drawn the interest and enthusiasm as a recent set of projects in Motorsports Safety. The Senior Design course has dual purposes: to serve as an integrative capstone design experience, and to teach the basics of the engineering design process. Some of the process elements include: requirements capture, project planning and tracking, technical research, decision analysis, evaluation, and documentation.

scholarly journals Online teaching in response to student protests and campus shutdowns: academics’ perspectives

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Laura Czerniewicz ◽  
Henry Trotter ◽  
Genevieve Haupt
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
South Africa ◽  
Activity Theory ◽  
Online Teaching ◽  
Online Delivery ◽  
Student Protests ◽  
Key Issues ◽  
University Of Cape Town ◽  
The University ◽  
Academic Year

AbstractDuring the period 2015–2017, student protests and university shutdowns rocked the higher education sector in South Africa, with key issues being raised regarding student exclusion based on financial, epistemological and cultural grounds. In this highly politicised and contested environment, some universities decided to use blended and online delivery as a strategy to enable the academic year to be completed and all curriculum to be covered, despite the disruptions. This was a controversial decision politically and a challenging one practically. From the perspective of the academics at the University of Cape Town (UCT), this paper draws on interviews with educators in three broad disciplinary areas to explore their views, practices, and experiences regarding the use of online materials in these unique circumstances. Activity Theory provides a framework to consider the issues systemically and to identify the tensions and contradictions in the system.

HABITUAL ACTION DALAM KEPEMIMPINAN SPIRITUAL

1970 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdul Basit
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Culture ◽  
Spiritual Leadership ◽  
Academic Community ◽  
Spiritual Values ◽  
Leadership Model ◽  
Leadership Crisis ◽  
National Leaders ◽  
Deep Meaning ◽  
The University ◽  
Strategic Policies

Toward leadership crisis that crashed the nation of Indonesia, one of thefactors contributors come from universities, concerning Higher Education is anursery area of society and the national leaders. To overcome the crisis, it needed torepair the leadership models that are able to change and improve social and nationallife. The mandate of the university is shaping and sharpening thinking of thelecturers, students, and alumni to always siding, thinking and acting for the benefitand improvement of the surrounding communities. One alternative models ofleadership that are relevant to college is spiritual leadership.Spiritual leadership has been tested and researched by Louis W. Fry ( 2003)along with the comrades in the context of different organizations and the resultsshow the possibility of the application of this theoretical model for various types oforganizations. According to Fry spiritual leadership is the incorporation of thenecessary values, attitudes and behaviors to motivate intrinsically oneselves andothers to be such a way so that they have a sense of spiritual defense through the callof duty and membership.Spiritual leadership model is studied by the author in STAIN Purwokerto, asIslamic educational institutions which incidentally has been practicing spiritualvalues in their environment. The study was conducted using qualitative research andcase study approach.Spiritual leadership in STAIN Purwokerto is constructed based on threeimportant things: First, the existence of spiritual values that were held by leaders andserve as an ideology or belief to motivate himself and others. Spiritual values arevalues such are togetherness, belief or determination, and obeying the rules. Second,building tradition of spiritual leadership that is reflected in the actions taken byleaders in achieving the vision to be achieved by STAIN Purwokerto. The habitualprocess is done by sticking to spiritual values carried. Then it is implemented byissuing flagship programs supported by strategic policies carried out intensively sothat it becomes a regular agenda of the academic community and staff as well as toproduce a healthy organizational culture and quality. Third, organizational culture isfostered by building a dynamic atmosphere, full of family-like-feeling, cooperation,open and respectful in terms of spiritual, intellectual and professional. The efforts aremade from simple things and daily life by providing deep meaning so that it can beused as a driver towards the direction of progress .

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