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M524·Alternative Energy Laboratory Experiences

Technical Energy Conversion and Conservation Division

Mon. June 27, 2011 2:15 PM to 3:45 PM

105/106, Vancouver International Conference Centre

Session Description

Developments and results of creating and testing laboratories related to alternative energy and energy conversion are presented along with innovative computer tools used in research activities. Papers focus on original approaches used in a variety of settings.

Moderated by

Dr. Adrian Ieta P.E. and Dr. Herbert L. Hess P.E.

Papers Presented

Enhancing Student Learning through Hands-On Laboratory Experiments on Renewable Energy Sources [view paper]
Oxana S. Pantchenko (University of California, Santa Cruz), Daniel Scott Tate (University of California, Santa Cruz), Daniel O'Leary (University of California, Santa Cruz), Dr. Michael S. Isaacson (University of California, Santa Cruz), and Prof. Ali DUPE Shakouri (Affiliation unknown)
Simulation Tools for Renewable Energy Projects [view paper]
Kendrick T. Aung (Lamar University)
Testbeds Connecting Space Technology to Terrestrial Renewable Energy [view paper]
Narayanan M. Komerath (Georgia Institute of Technology)
A Low-cost Laboratory Experiment to Generate the I-V Characteristic Curves of a Solar Cell [view paper]
Erik A. Mayer (Pittsburg State University) and Albert Leroy Powell (Bowling Green State University)

M624·Sustainable Energy Education

Technical Energy Conversion and Conservation Division

Mon. June 27, 2011 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM

East Building - Room 11, Vancouver International Conference Centre

Session Description

Describes new and existing courses that incorporate alternative energy and sustainable energy concepts with energy related education.

Moderated by

Prof. Margaret B. Bailey P.E. and Dr. Reg Recayi Pecen

Papers Presented

Energy Usage and Emissions Inventory [view paper]
Mark Gathany and Robert Chasnov (Cedarville University)
Cutting Away from the Power Grid [view paper]
Robert Chasnov and Mark Gathany (Cedarville University)
Emerging Technology Institute - Training Middle and High School Teachers in Alternative Energy [view paper]
Liping Guo (Northern Illinois University) and Prof. Mansour Tahernezhadi (Northern Illinois University)
Incorporation of the Dye Sensitized Solar Cell Research Results into Solar Cells and Modules Course [view paper]
Lakshmi Munukutla (Arizona State University, Polytechnic campus)
An Undergraduate Research Project: The Design and Development of an Environment Friendly Hybrid Boat [view paper]
Faruk Yildiz (Sam Houston State University), Keith L. Coogler (Sam Houston State University), and Ayhan Zora (Deere & Company)

T124·Curricular Developments in Energy Education I

Technical Energy Conversion and Conservation Division

Tue. June 28, 2011 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM

Room 116, Vancouver International Conference Centre

Session Description

Faculty members share their experiences in developing courses and programs in energy-related education. The emerging area of interest in conventional and renewable energy issues among college students increases the demand for this type of curriculum. Breakfast will be served at this meeting.

Moderated by

Dr. Craig W. Somerton and Dr. Mehmet Sozen

Papers Presented

A Nuclear Power Industry Career Development Workshop for High School Teachers in a Hispanic Serving Institution [view paper]
Hayrettin B. Karayaka (Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi), Mehrube Mehrubeoglu (Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi), Faruk Yildiz (Sam Houston State University), and Korinne Caruso (Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi)
Development and Implementation of a Certificate in Energy and Environmental Management [view paper]
Andrew L. Gerhart (Lawrence Technological University) and Robert W. Fletcher (Lawrence Technological University)
A Seven-Year Review and Assessment of Lawrence Technological University’s Alternative Energy Engineering Program Initially Funded Through Grants From the State of Michigan [view paper]
Robert W. Fletcher (Lawrence Technological University)
Studying the Impact on Mechanical Engineering Students who participate in Distinctive Projects in Thermodynamics [view paper]
Margaret B. Bailey (Rochester Institute of Technology)

T224·Digital Simulation Tools in Energy Education

Technical Energy Conversion and Conservation Division

Tue. June 28, 2011 8:45 AM to 10:15 AM

East Building - Room 6, Vancouver International Conference Centre

Session Description

Developments and results of applying educational computer tools in energy courses are presented as well as innovative digital tools used in teaching/research activities. Papers focus on inventive approaches used in a variety of settings.

Moderated by

Dr. Faruk Yildiz and Dr. Kenneth W. Van Treuren

Papers Presented

A Student-Built Internal Combustion Engine Simulation Using Excel [view paper]
Robert McMasters (Virginia Military Institute)
Use of Adaptable Simulation-based Virtual Laboratories for Teaching Alternative Energy and Energy Conservation in Engineering & Technology Programs [view paper]
Yakov Cherner (ATEL, LLC), Ahmed S. Khan (DeVry University, DuPage), Aminul Karim (DeVry University, Downers Grove), and Prof. Gary J. Mullett (Springfield Technical Community College)
Using the Computer as a Tool Across the Curriculum [view paper]
Laura J. Genik (Michigan State University) and Craig W. Somerton (Michigan State University)
Smart Grid Development Using Modeling, Design, Simulation, and Diagnoses of Electrical Distribution Network [view paper]
Saeed Sean Monemi (California State Polytechnic University, Pomona)

T424·Curricular Developments in Energy Education II

Technical Energy Conversion and Conservation Division

Tue. June 28, 2011 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM

Room 114, Vancouver International Conference Centre

Session Description

Faculty members share their experiences in developing courses and programs in energy related education. The emerging area of interest in conventional and renewable energy issues among college students increases the demand for this type of curriculum.

Moderated by

Dr. Ilya Y. Grinberg and Dr. Carl J. Spezia P.E.

Papers Presented

Renewable Energy Revives Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology [view paper]
Joyce M.E. van de Vegte, M.A.Sc. (Camosun College, Victoria, Canada) and Alan P. Duncan (Camosun College, Victoria, Canada)
Integration of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology to Undergraduate Education in EET Programs [view paper]
Abed El Hameed El Madwar (University of Northern Iowa), Kenan Baltaci (University of Northern Iowa), and Reg Recayi Pecen (University of Northern Iowa)
Description of Three Algae-Related Interdisciplinary Senior Design Projects in Mechanical Engineering and Their Impact on Students [view paper]
Teodora Rutar (Seattle University) and Gregory Mason (Seattle University)
An Open Hardware, Open Source Electronic Load Bank and Data Acquisition System For Expanding the Number of Schools and Students Researching Battery Energy Storage [view paper]
Tyler Grandahl (Affiliation unknown), Gianfranco Biondi (Affiliation unknown), and Clark Hochgraf (Rochester Institute of Technology )

W124·Energy Education and Industrial Partnership Needs

Technical Energy Conversion and Conservation Division

Wed. June 29, 2011 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM

Room 216, Vancouver International Conference Centre

Session Description

There is a need for matching the graduates’ skills with industry needs. In this session, faculty members and industry specialists share their experiences and challenges in energy-related fields. This is a breakfast meeting.

Moderated by

Prof. Liping Guo and Dr. David Blekhman

Papers Presented

Low-Cost River Simulator for 100W Hydro-Kinetic Turbine Testing [view paper]
Edward Russell Forringer (LeTourneau University), Matthew G. Green (LeTourneau University), Jesse J. French (LeTourneau University), and Paul R. Leiffer (LeTourneau University)
Educational Needs of the Future HVAC Design Engineer [view paper]
Patrick A. Tebbe (Minnesota State University, Mankato)
Converting an Internal Combustion Engine Vehicle to an Electric Vehicle [view paper]
Ali Eydgahi (Eastern Michigan University) and Mr. Edward Lee Long IV (University of Maryland, Eastern Shore)
Sinclair Community College’s Blueprint for Developing a [view paper]
Robert Gilbert (Sinclair Community College)

W224·Sustainability, Diversity, and STEM in Contemporary Energy Education

Technical Energy Conversion and Conservation Division

Wed. June 29, 2011 8:45 AM to 10:15 AM

Room 111, Vancouver International Conference Centre

Session Description

Sustainability and diversity issues in U.S. universities and colleges have constituted significant curriculum coverage. This session describes scholarly work on promoting sustainability, diversity, and STEM issues in the energy, environment, and society-related fields.

Moderated by

Dr. Robert W Fletcher and Dr. Ismail Fidan

Papers Presented

Bridging the Gap Between Science and Engineering for High School Students through an Innovative Biofuel Research Project [view paper]
Jeffrey R. Seay (University of Kentucky) and Wesley Allen Whipple (University of Kentucky)
A Two-Year Case Study: Assessing the Impact of Active Learning on Elementary School Students during GK-12 Outreach Administered Energy Clubs [view paper]
Lynn Albers (North Carolina State University), Laura Bottomley (North Carolina State University), Amber C. Spolarich (North Carolina State University), Miss Clair Ellen-Ann Wilson (RAMP-UP), and Miss Laura Elizabeth Ganson (North Carolina State University)
Energy Conservation in the Classroom [view paper]
Randy Dean Kelley (University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown), Amy L. Miller (University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown), and J. Brandon Dooley (Heat Transfer Research, Inc.)
A Balanced View of New Technologies [view paper]
John M. Robertson (Arizona State University, Polytechnic campus) and Slobodan Petrovic (Oregon Institute of Technology)

W424·Project-Based Education in Energy Curriculum

Technical Energy Conversion and Conservation Division

Wed. June 29, 2011 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM

Room 119, Vancouver International Conference Centre

Session Description

Open-ended projects in conventional and renewable energy, peer-to-peer learning, and collaborative learning are some of the issues to be discussed in this session.

Moderated by

Dr. Patrick A. Tebbe P.E. and Dr. Hayrettin B Karayaka

Papers Presented

Renewable Energy-Based Senior Design Experience for Undergraduate Students [view paper]
Sanjay Jayaram (Saint Louis University, Parks College of Engineering) and Dr. Sridhar S. Condoor (Saint Louis University, Parks College of Engineering)
Renewable Energy Based Capstone Senior Design Projects for an Undergraduate Engineering Technology Curriculum [view paper]
Radian G. Belu (Drexel University)
Practical Issues Encountered in Building an Integrated Photovoltaic-Hydro-Biofuel Electrical Power System in a Remote Location as a Student Project [view paper]
Herbert L. Hess (University of Idaho)
A Viability Study of Photovoltaic Systems [view paper]
Youakim Kalaani (Georgia Southern University) and William Trotter Nichols (Affiliation unknown)
A Green Hybrid Power Plant using Photovoltaic and Wind Energy with Power Quality Improvement in Qatar [view paper]
Hassan Moghbelli, Ph.D. (Texas A&M University, Department of Mathematics) and Dr. Haitham Abu_Rub (Texas A&M University at Qatar, ECE Department)

W524·Investigating Alternative Energy Concepts

Technical Energy Conversion and Conservation Division

Wed. June 29, 2011 2:15 PM to 3:45 PM

East Building - Room 7, Vancouver International Conference Centre

Session Description

Alternative energy concepts including fuel cells are becoming a key component of energy curricula. This session explores how alternative energy conversion concepts are integrated into the curriculum and the hardware that is being developed for laboratories and classroom demonstrations.

Moderated by

Dr. Reg Recayi Pecen and Dr. Kala Meah

Papers Presented

Investigations on Solar Data and a Grid-tied Solar Photovoltaic Array [view paper]
Mehmet Sozen (Grand Valley State University) and David Faasse (Affiliation unknown)
Opportunities in Power Beaming for Micro Renewable Energy [view paper]
Narayanan M. Komerath (Georgia Institute of Technology)
Fuzzy Logic-Based PMDC Motor Controller: An Undergraduate Student Project [view paper]
Kala Meah (York College of Pennsylvania), Anh Ngo Viet Nguyen (Affiliation unknown), Patrick Martin (York College of Pennsylvania), and K. Vaisakh (Andhra University, AP, India)
Teaching Power Electronics Converter Experiments that Integrates Fuzzy Logic Approach [view paper]
Ahmed Rubaai (Howard University) and Abdul R. Ofoli (University of Tennessee, Chattanooga)
Applied Modeling of Solar Cells [view paper]
Ignacio B. Osorno (California State University, Northridge)

W624·Outreach Projects: Promoting Energy Efficiency and Education in General

Technical Energy Conversion and Conservation Division

Wed. June 29, 2011 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM

103/104, Vancouver International Conference Centre

Session Description

General interest in energy is growing at a fast pace. Universities, governmental organizations, and other organizations are actively developing courses and tools to educate the public, K-12 students, and even university students to be more responsible with energy efficiency and consumption. Papers in this session discuss methods, tools, and projects that are being used to promote energy efficiency and education among all students.

Moderated by

Dr. Narayanan M. Komerath and Dr. Jerry W. Samples P.E.

Papers Presented

Integration of Architecture and Sustainable Engineering Principles to Achieve an Energy-Efficient Design [view paper]
Ahmed Cherif Megri (University of Wyoming)
Assessment of Navier–Stokes’ Equations in a Fluid Mechanics Course [view paper]
Mysore Narayanan (Miami University)
An Evaluation of an Electric Drive Vehicle Program Based on Student Motivation and Learning Effectiveness [view paper]
Ashley Banaszek (Missouri University of Science & Technology), Richard H Hall (Missouri University of Science & Technology), and Prof. Mehdi Ferdowsi (Missouri University of Science & Technology)
Development of an Input Power Factor Corrected Variable Speed Motor Drive System for the Electric Motor Drives Course [view paper]
Shiyoung Lee (Pennsylvania State University, Berks Campus)

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