World Transactions on Engineering and Technology Education



Volume 2, Number 1

Editorial  Board

Contents

Z.J. Pudlowski Editorial 5
S.K. Esche, C. Chassapis, J.W. Nazalewicz & D.J. Hromin An architecture for multi-user remote laboratories 7
L.F. Capretz Connecting to engineering students in the classroom 13
D.Q. Nguyen & Z.J. Pudlowski Should standardisation or diversity be embraced in the development of future engineering education curricula? 19
S.J. Hadjileontiadou & L.J. Hadjileontiadis Efficient tracking of Web-based collaboration dissonance using Quality Control Analysis (QCA) 25
M.E. Gorman, B. Allenby, M.M. Mehalik & K. Hall Earth Systems Engineering Management: a course for students from multiple disciplines 29
L.F. Capretz Improving the teaching of software engineering 33
J. Rhee Teaching efficacy of Web-based teaching methods in an undergraduate thermodynamics course 37
M.C. Court, L. Tung, R.L. Shehab, T. Reed Rhoads & T. Ashford An adaptable learning environment that is centred on student learning and knowledge resolution 41
G. Pour Component-based development refining the blueprint of software engineering education 45
K-F. Berggren, D. Brodeur, E.F. Crawley, I. Ingemarsson, W.T.G. Litant, J. Malmqvist & S. Östlund CDIO: An international initiative for reforming engineering education 49
S. Lehto Restructuring engineering education for the 21st Century 53
I.T. Sarafis Employment trends for engineers in Greece: a multidisciplinary survey 61
B.D. Moulton, V.L. Lasky & S.J. Murray The development of an environment for remote embedded systems: feedback from students and subsequent enhancements 65
W.Y. Du A mixed learning approach in mechatronics engineering 69
K.W.M. Siu A new learning environment for social change: the engineering and product design learning environment in Hong Kong 73
M. Bell, C.J. Shrier, M. Muste & W.F. Krajewski The University of Iowa’s International Perspectives in Water Resources Planning programme 79
M.C.G. Silva, M.L.O.S. Mateus & J.M.S. Cruz Teaching kinematics and mathematics with a radio-controlled scale car 87
J.W. Joubert & D. Steyn Operationalising operations research 91
D. Maples and Y. Li Real and simulated control laboratories: a case study via the foot spa 95
R.B. Ward It is about time 99
A.V. Valiulis Information technologies in the service of science and studies development 103
A.S. Patil & Z.J. Pudlowski Instructional design strategies for interactive Web-based tutorials and laboratory procedures in engineering education 107
R. Gürbüz The usage of the Internet in the development of education programmes: a case study in Turkey 111
B. Younes Faculty evaluation: towards a happy balance between competing values 117
C-Y. Chao, W-C. Liao, F.E. Chien & Y-L. Huang Construction of a competency analysis model for vocational high schools 121
D.J. Durbin & S.L. Bowen Franz The development and delivery of a three-week study abroad programme in construction science 125
C-M. Chung The study of constructing a knowledge innovation model in an electrical engineering department at an institute of technology 129
P.W. Magoha & A.A. Alugongo A framework for the delivery of a competitive undergraduate training programme in mechanical engineering: a JKUAT case study 135
O.B. Shamina, V.F. Karaushev & P.F. Korobko Design methods as a taught course at the Tomsk Polytechnic University 141
M. Makgato Students’ viewpoint on the importance of industry partnerships in engineering and technology teacher training 145
S.L. Bowen Franz The Mathematics-Physics Learning Centre: a supportive service for engineering technology education 149
S. Hadhisiswoyo Lecturing experiences in Urban Drainage: a curriculum in a civil engineering department and the student results 153
S. Kolari & C. Savander-Ranne A materials engineering lecture course with a more active and responsible role for students 157