http://atecentral.net/index.php?P=Home AMSER (the Applied Math and Science Education Repository) provides educational resources and services built specifically for use by those in Community and Technical Colleges but free for anyone to use. http://amser.org//SPTUI--CWIS/images/cwis_logo.gif http://amser.org//SPTUI--CWIS/images/cwis_logo.gif 69 21 AMSER Logo en-us ealmasy@scout.wisc.edu ealmasy@scout.wisc.edu Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0500 Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 http://atecentral.net//index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=13841 Typical safety programs, both undergraduate and graduate, do not explore issues related with RF hazards and safety. Without federal regulations and enforcement, the topic is usually disregarded and thus creating future safety professionals without any knowledge of the possibilities of RF hazards at the future employment. This paper will discuss what is radiofrequency, how radiofrequency is used, regulatory agencies and compliance issues in regards to radiofrequency and finally research of Safety, Health and Environmental programs across the United States. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 03:00:02 -0500 http://atecentral.net//index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=14002 CSCMP University offers a selection of online self-study courses for the supply chain professional. The selection of courses, offered in conjunction with Accenture's Supply Chain Academy, provides access to content created by leading supply chain thought leaders from across the globe. Course titles include: Basic Inventory Concepts, Basic Retail Replenishment and Forecasting Statistics & Probability, Buying Services (Statement of Work), Capacity Management, Cost/Price Minimization: Total Cost of Ownership, Cost/Price Minimization: Value Analysis/Value Engineering, Effective Supply: Evaluating Potential Suppliers, Effective Supply: Identifying Requirements, Effective Supply: Sourcing, Effective Supply: Supplier Selection, Efficient Supply Systems: Supplier Measurement Systems, Elements of Product Design, Financial Fundamentals, Fulfillment Fundamentals: Introduction, Fundamentals of Service Management, Labor Scheduling, Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP II), Measuring Forecast Error & Variability, MRP & Dependent Demand, Optimum Quality: Quality Improvement Methods, Optimum Quality: Supplier Site Visits, Physical Inventory Control and more. A test course is available to take for free online, but users must register first. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 03:00:02 -0500 http://atecentral.net//index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=11983 This paper from Shirley Jackson of Building Engineering & Science Talent highlights the lack of technical and scientific talent being produced in the U.S. There is a quiet crisis building in the United States; a crisis that could jeopardize the nation's pre-eminence and well-being. The crisis has been mounting gradually, but inexorably, over several decades. If permitted to continue unmitigated, it could reverse the global leadership Americans currently enjoy. Target Audience: High School Faculty/Administrators, 2-4 Year College Faculty/Administrators, Engineers,Industry Personnel, Government Personnel, Scientists, Technicians, General Public Thu, 29 Jul 2010 03:00:02 -0500 http://atecentral.net//index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=14213 The COSEE-NE seeks to strengthen the New England region's capacity to develop and provide high-quality ocean science education in both formal and informal settings by understanding the needs of, working with, and facilitating interactions among educators, researchers, and the public. Our long term goal is to strengthen understanding and appreciation of the oceans and their importance in audiences of all ages in both informal and formal education settings. This Site features information on what makes a good resource, recent activities, some of which include downloadable posters and other materials, and ways to get involved in science education. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 03:00:02 -0500 http://atecentral.net//index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=14297 This online activity, created by the Unied States Geological Survey, teaches users how to use a compass and topographic map to find their way to a destination. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 03:00:02 -0500 http://atecentral.net//index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8254 This paper focuses on the hands-on experience of 3-D solid modeling technique and prototyping employed in product design and realization process. Engineering Graphics and CAD/CAM are two of the core courses in the Manufacturing Engineering program. Computer aided design and drafting, as well as solid modeling of parts, are strongly emphasized in the Engineering Graphics curriculum which is taught in the sophomore year. In continuation, both manual and computer aided CNC programming are covered in the CAD/CAM curriculum taught in the junior year. Computer Aided Reverse Engineering of cork opener, gear puller, cell phone case, and cell phone cover were the selected course projects taken by students in the CAD/CAM course. One of the main objectives of the curse project was for the students to extend their knowledge in design process and gain a hands-on experience in the field of solid modeling and product realization. A caliper and a micrometer were used to measure the main dimensions of the parts, and a solid modeling program was used for creating the parts model and assembly as well. This paper describes hands-on solid modeling and prototyping experiences of manufacturing engineering students regarding product realization process at our program. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 03:00:02 -0500 http://atecentral.net//index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=9434 This applet provides a simulation and ray diagram of a far-sighted eye and a converging lens. The lens of the eye is insufficient for focusing images on the back of the eye for objects close to the eye. The user can adjust the position and the focal length of the converging lens until the rays converge properly at the back of the eye. An explanation of far-sightedness is provided. This is part of a large collection of Physlet-based (Physics Java Applet) illustrations and tutorials covering introductory physics. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 03:00:02 -0500 http://atecentral.net//index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=9568 In this paper, presented at the 2001 Physics Education Research Conference, the authors propose two separate projects to carefully examine these institutions for admissions, curricular, and environmental practices that could improve majority institutions’ ability to promote the success of women and minorities in physics. This paper discusses the background of the proposals, and lists key features of the proposed research. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 03:00:02 -0500 http://atecentral.net//index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=10565 This site is a collection of lecture notes for a course called the universe of galaxies. These notes discuss the integrated properties, classification, stellar and gaseous content of galxies; galaxies within, gasesous content, and the evolution of clusters of galaxies; QSOs, Seyfert nuclei, radio galaxies, and the central engine of active nuclei; the Gunn-Peterson effect and QSO absorption systems; observations and theories of galaxy formation and evolution; cosmological models, dark matter, and gravitational lensing. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 03:00:02 -0500 http://atecentral.net//index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=10702 This resource illustrates the construction of wave packet states from the superposition of plane waves. The user can add together different amplitudes of waves in either momentum or frequency space. The results, both the composite wavefunction and all of the components, are shown in real space. Different results can be saved for comparison. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 03:00:02 -0500 http://atecentral.net//index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=14532 The ATETV project delivers web-based videos to connect students to careers in advanced technology. In this episode of ATETV, rapid manufacturing, information technology and biomanufacturing are discussed. Such advanced technology programs are available at community colleges, and provide students with hands-on experience in a laboratory setting that prepares them for working in an industrial environment. Such skilled training gives students a competitive edge that employers are looking for. The episode can be watched in full or through the three segments: “Turning Two-Dimensional Ideas Into 3D Reality,” “The ‘I’ In Information Technology,” and “Biotech: The First Step in Drug Development.” Running time for the full episode of this streaming video is 9:42. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:27:13 -0500 http://atecentral.net//index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=14536 The ATETV project delivers web-based videos to connect students to careers in advanced technology. In this episode of ATETV, laser and photonics technology, geospatial technology and alternative energy technologies are discussed. A strong background in math and science gives students an advantage in their community college programs. The skills learned in such programs translate directly to the field. Community colleges offer courses to help students improve their math and science skills if need be. The episode can be watched in full or through the three segments: “The Precision of Laser and Photonics Technologies,” “Mapping the Coordinates of a New Career,” and “Alternative Energies of the Future.” Running time for the full episode of this streaming video is 9:25. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:27:01 -0500 http://atecentral.net//index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=14533 The ATETV project delivers web-based videos to connect students to careers in advanced technology. In this episode of ATETV, electrical engineering, emerging energy technologies and fuel cell technologies are discussed. Such ATE technical programs, available at community colleges, offer students a strong technical skill set and hands-on experience. Skilled technicians are in demand in technology-related fields, and these training programs help students obtain jobs in a variety of settings. The episode can be watched in full or through the three segments: “The Power of an Electrical Engineering Internship,” “Answering the Call for New Energy Technologies,” and “Fuel Cells are the future.” Running time for the full episode of this streaming video is 8:27. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:26:49 -0500 http://atecentral.net//index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=14537 The ATETV project delivers web-based videos to connect students to careers in advanced technology. In this episode of ATETV, industry partnerships, architectural technology, and underwater robotics are discussed. Community colleges provide hands-on education with a direct link to what is going on in industry. Such technical programs tailor their curriculum so that students gain an understanding of what is involved in working in the field. These programs are also at the forefront in emerging technologies such as remotely operated vehicles, and provide the employees of the future with a strong educational foundation. The episode can be watched in full or through the three segments: “Pioneering in the Fuel Cell Industry,” “Advances in Architectural Technology Add Up to Green Buildings,” and “The Many Applications of Underwater Robotics.” Running time for the full episode of this streaming video is 9:26. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:26:39 -0500 http://atecentral.net//index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=14538 The ATETV project delivers web-based videos to connect students to careers in advanced technology. In this episode of ATETV, internships, information and communications technologies, and biotechnology are discussed. Internships provide students with valuable experience, and they often lead to full-time employment. Community college programs offer internships, hands-on technological experience and familiarity with physical equipment that often leads to placement in high tech careers. The episode can be watched in full or through the three segments: “Are Internships Important?” “Expanding Your Network” and “Experimenting with Biotech.” Running time for the full episode of this streaming video is 7:37. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:26:28 -0500