The Emporium Model – Statics Redesign – Anthony J. Vizzini Bill and Carolyn Cobb Chair and Head Aerospace Engineering
Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS Engineering Mechanics I (Statics) Fall 08 – 195 (7 sections) Spring (4 sections) Traditional lecture (3 hrs) Improved performance in Statics Improved performance in subsequent mechanics (Dynamics, Mechanics of Matls) Improved performance in discipline (retention, time to degree) Statics Redesign
What is Statics Foundation course in engineering Equilibrium of forces and moments (similar to mechanics portion of Physics) Introduction to the engineering approach to understanding Strong indicator of a student’s future success
Who Takes Statics Foundation course in mechanics-based engineering disciplines – Aerospace, Civil, Mechanical Others require – Biological, Chemical, Industrial Optional – Electrical Not used – Computer, Computer Science, Software
Emporium Model Mathematics – “Students learn by doing” Statics – “Draw the picture, write down the answer” Fundamental concepts are relatively easy to grasp, require practice to master Note: Bagley College of Engineering has a laptop requirement
Emporium Implementation Reversal of content and practice Make use of students’ laptops Peer-to-peer assistance Hands-on experiments Reinforce learning experience
Mississippi State University
Contacts – MSU/Statics MemberTitle and Association Role Anthony J. Vizzini Point of Contact e.edu (662) Professor and Head, Aerospace Engineering Administrator Masoud Rais- Rohani ate.edu (662) Professor, Aerospace Engineering Faculty Expert Andy Walters ate.edu (662) Lecturer, Aerospace Engineering Faculty Expert David Thompson sstate.edu (662) Associate Professor, Aerospace Engineering Faculty Expert MemberTitle and Association Role Machaunda Bush te.edu (662) Undergraduate Coordinator, Aerospace Engineering Assessment Donna Reese ate.edu (662) Associate Dean for Academics Assessment John Ye (662) Computer Support Specialist, Bagley College of Engineering Technology Professional Bill Michaels du (662) System Administrator, Aerospace Engineering Technology Professional Thomas Hannigan state.edu (662) Instructor, Aerospace Engineering Facilities