Benchmarking The Integration Of Complex Systems Study In Mechanical Engineering Programs In The Southeastern United States
- ASU Author/Contributor (non-ASU co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- Dr.. Jamie Russell, Associate Professor, Director of the Appalachian Energy Center (Creator)
- Institution
- Appalachian State University (ASU )
- Web Site: https://library.appstate.edu/
Abstract: Complex systems study, defined as an understanding of interrelationships between engineered, technical, and nontechnical (e.g., social or environmental) systems, has been identified as a critical component of undergraduate engineering education. This paper assesses the extent to which complex systems study has been integrated into undergraduate mechanical engineering programs in the southeastern United States. Engineering administrators and faculty were surveyed and university websites associated with engineering education were examined. The results suggest engineering administrators and faculty believe that undergraduate engineering education remains focused on traditional engineering topics. However, the review of university websites indicates a significant level of activity in complex systems study integration at the university level, although less so at college and department levels.
Benchmarking The Integration Of Complex Systems Study In Mechanical Engineering Programs In The Southeastern United States
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- Publication
- Kellam, N., Maher, M., Russell, J., Addison, V., & Peters, W. (2007). Benchmarking the Integration of Complex Systems Study in Mechanical Engineering Programs in the Southeastern United States. International Journal of Mechanical Engineering Education, 2007. 35:3, 256-270. Publisher version of record available at: https://doi.org/10.7227/IJMEE.35.3.9
- Language: English
- Date: 2007
- Keywords
- complex systems, educational development,
undergraduate engineering students