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Direct linkRamirez, Nichole – ProQuest LLC, 2017
A set of studies is reported describing the demographics, outcomes, and motivations of students who start in engineering and switch their major to engineering technology. There has been extensive research in engineering persistence, but little focus has been given to the "T" in STEM. Most research combines technology with other science…
Descriptors: Student Motivation, Engineering Education, Engineering Technology, Academic Persistence
Bairaktarova, Diana N. – ProQuest LLC, 2013
People display varying levels of interaction with the mechanical objects in their environment; engineers in particular as makers and users of these objects display a higher level of interaction with them. Investigating the educational potential of mechanical objects in stimulating and supporting learning in engineering is warranted by the fact…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Engineering, Individual Differences, Engineering Education
Ostler, Karl B. – ProQuest LLC, 2013
Technical illustration, 3D modeling, and design drafting under the discipline of engineering technology face rapid change and advancements in technologies such that educational leaders must continually anticipate change and make intelligent choices in providing a quality educational experience to adult students. However, how successful program…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Case Studies, Engineering, Engineering Education
Cagle West, Marsha – ProQuest LLC, 2010
Software is a critical component of systems ranging from simple consumer appliances to complex health, nuclear, and flight control systems. The development of quality, reliable, and effective software solutions requires the incorporation of effective software engineering processes and leadership. Processes, approaches, and methodologies for…
Descriptors: Grounded Theory, Computer Software, Program Development, Leadership
Richards, Grant P. – ProQuest LLC, 2009
This study presents the results of a multi-year mixed-methods study of students' performance (n = 94) and experiences (n = 28) with electromagnetics in an elective Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology RF communications course. Data sources used in this study include academic transcripts, course exams, interviews, a learning styles…
Descriptors: Academic Records, Engineering Technology, Spatial Ability, Communications
Goosen, Richard F. – ProQuest LLC, 2009
This study provides information for higher education leaders that have or are considering conducting Computer Aided Design (CAD) instruction using student owned notebook computers. Survey data were collected during the first 8 years of a pilot program requiring engineering technology students at a four year public university to acquire a notebook…
Descriptors: Laptop Computers, Pilot Projects, Computer Assisted Instruction, Program Effectiveness
