The Academy of Sciences of I. R. of IranIranian Journal of Engineering Education1607-2316124520100601The Role of Self- Evaluation to Improve the Instructional Quality in the Field of Mechanical Engineering of Tarbiat Modares UniversityThe Role of Self- Evaluation to Improve the Instructional Quality in the Field of Mechanical Engineering of Tarbiat Modares University13366110.22047/ijee.2010.661FAHassan Shahreki PourAssistant Professor , Islamic Azad University , Faculty of EducationKorosh ParandAssistant Professor, Shahid Beheshti University, Faculty of MathematicsMahdieh Vaghor KashaniMSc.Education,Payam- Noor UniversityJournal Article20090805 This research utilizes internal evaluation in educational groups in the field of Mechanical Engineering of Tarbiat Modares University for the purpose of representation of comprehensive analysis of existing quality and recommendations for improvement. The target population of the research is compassed of 4 groups: administrators of the educational groups, faculty, students, graduates. This research evaluates 7 factors: goals, management and developing programs of the groups, instruction and investigating and welfare possibilities and facilities, faculty, students, teaching – learning activities, graduates. The conclusion of self assessment of available situation in factors in the field of Mechanical Engineering is as follows: Factors: 1, 2, 5, 6, 7: are rather satisfactory, Factor 3: is unsatisfactory, Factor 4: is satisfactory. Some recommendations are suggested. This research utilizes internal evaluation in educational groups in the field of Mechanical Engineering of Tarbiat Modares University for the purpose of representation of comprehensive analysis of existing quality and recommendations for improvement. The target population of the research is compassed of 4 groups: administrators of the educational groups, faculty, students, graduates. This research evaluates 7 factors: goals, management and developing programs of the groups, instruction and investigating and welfare possibilities and facilities, faculty, students, teaching – learning activities, graduates. The conclusion of self assessment of available situation in factors in the field of Mechanical Engineering is as follows: Factors: 1, 2, 5, 6, 7: are rather satisfactory, Factor 3: is unsatisfactory, Factor 4: is satisfactory. Some recommendations are suggested.The Academy of Sciences of I. R. of IranIranian Journal of Engineering Education1607-2316124520100601What is Engineering, Who is an EngineerWhat is Engineering, Who is an Engineer355566210.22047/ijee.2010.662FAParviz DavamiProfessor,Sharif University of Technology, School of Engineering MaterialMaryam PirkalaniInstructor,Iranian Society of Metal CastingJournal Article20100513 The article first explains the important terminologies related for engineering: Engineer, engineering, profession, technology and ultimately present the relationship of these items with engineering. In addition the names of some engineers from Iran and other countries who have profound contributions with engineering are presented. At the end the list of 14 important challenges which the engineers are faced in 21 century are explained. The article first explains the important terminologies related for engineering: Engineer, engineering, profession, technology and ultimately present the relationship of these items with engineering. In addition the names of some engineers from Iran and other countries who have profound contributions with engineering are presented. At the end the list of 14 important challenges which the engineers are faced in 21 century are explained.The Academy of Sciences of I. R. of IranIranian Journal of Engineering Education1607-2316124520100601Evaluation of Formal, Informal and Lifelong Learning Role in the Age of Instable InformationEvaluation of Formal, Informal and Lifelong Learning Role in the Age of Instable Information576866310.22047/ijee.2010.663FAMohammad Reza AfzalniaAssistant Professor of TMUHossen Oshkoohph.D.Student of Project Management and Construction in TMUAylar KalaviM.A. Student of Architectural Landscape in TMUJournal Article20100306Considering the rapid changes in technology in various aspects of life, people faces massive amounts of information for survival and struggle in their life. Rapid changes sometimes lead the people to unstable information. In this condition, relying on accumulated knowledge and information from specific period of life, as an official training course, is not sufficient and if the active learning is not adjusted with dynamic living styles, this kind of great and complicated information are not be suitable to be used for further consideration. So formal education system must be replaced with other types of learning systems such as personal or lifelong learning for the entire life cycle, with the concept of learning from cradle to grave. This study uses the questionnaire tool, based on Likert five scale questionnaires, collect statistical information from M.S. and Ph.D. student of Tarbiat Modares University (TMU). Results show that lifelong learning must be considered as a basic concept in learning systems. Also finding shows that lifelong learning is appropriate for today’s need and it’s more pleasurable than other learning systems.Considering the rapid changes in technology in various aspects of life, people faces massive amounts of information for survival and struggle in their life. Rapid changes sometimes lead the people to unstable information. In this condition, relying on accumulated knowledge and information from specific period of life, as an official training course, is not sufficient and if the active learning is not adjusted with dynamic living styles, this kind of great and complicated information are not be suitable to be used for further consideration. So formal education system must be replaced with other types of learning systems such as personal or lifelong learning for the entire life cycle, with the concept of learning from cradle to grave. This study uses the questionnaire tool, based on Likert five scale questionnaires, collect statistical information from M.S. and Ph.D. student of Tarbiat Modares University (TMU). Results show that lifelong learning must be considered as a basic concept in learning systems. Also finding shows that lifelong learning is appropriate for today’s need and it’s more pleasurable than other learning systems.The Academy of Sciences of I. R. of IranIranian Journal of Engineering Education1607-2316124520100601Innovation and UniversityInnovation and University698966410.22047/ijee.2010.664FAMohsen BahramiProfessor , Amir Kabir University of Technology, new Technologies Research CenterNader MontazerinProfessor ,Amirkabir University of Technology, new Technologies Research CenterMojtaba MehrjooeiResearch Associate, Amir Kabir University of Technology, new Technologies Research CenterMasoud NikkhooResearch Associate, Amir Kabir University of Technology, new Technologies Research CenterMahkameh TaatiResearch Associate, Amir Kabir University, new Technologies Research CenterJournal Article20090809 Public and private institutions today use organized innovation to achieve their development targets. Design of an innovation plan is the prime step to reach innovation at any university. This paper presents Amirkabir University of Technology innovation plan. This plan includes some specific features that are new to Iranian universities. First, it explains the innovation concept and management and their key components. Then it explores the role of universities in local, national and international innovation and growth. Finally it introduces the methodology, and elements of Amikabir University of technology innovation plan. The unique point in this article is that it utilizes group dynamic techniques at university level in order to devise an innovation plan that reflects the characteristics of Amirkabir University of Technology in particular and Iranian universities in general. Public and private institutions today use organized innovation to achieve their development targets. Design of an innovation plan is the prime step to reach innovation at any university. This paper presents Amirkabir University of Technology innovation plan. This plan includes some specific features that are new to Iranian universities. First, it explains the innovation concept and management and their key components. Then it explores the role of universities in local, national and international innovation and growth. Finally it introduces the methodology, and elements of Amikabir University of technology innovation plan. The unique point in this article is that it utilizes group dynamic techniques at university level in order to devise an innovation plan that reflects the characteristics of Amirkabir University of Technology in particular and Iranian universities in general.The Academy of Sciences of I. R. of IranIranian Journal of Engineering Education1607-2316124520100601Analysis of Engineering Students Dropout in E-learning:
E-IUST Case StudyAnalysis of Engineering Students Dropout in E-learning:
E-IUST Case Study9110366510.22047/ijee.2010.665FAMohammad Ali Rostaminezhadph.D.Student, School of Educational Technology, Allameh Tabatabaei UniversityNaser MozayaniAssistant Professor , Iran University of Science and Technology , School of Computer EngineeringJournal Article20090614This paper reviews the educational dropout rate in e-learning system and its causes. Literature review indicates that the dropout rate in e-learning is more than traditional learning. This phenomenon is influenced by interaction between cultural, technological and psychological factors. In this case study, the considered variables include: gender, semester and entrance exam average in the Iran University of Science and Technology E-Learning Center. The results of this study indicate that male's dropout rate is statistically more than that of females. Educational dropout rate in the third and fifth semester is higher than other semesters but this result is not statistically significant. Descriptive statistic indicates that entrance exam QPA in persistent student is more than dropped student, but the difference between these averages is not significant.This paper reviews the educational dropout rate in e-learning system and its causes. Literature review indicates that the dropout rate in e-learning is more than traditional learning. This phenomenon is influenced by interaction between cultural, technological and psychological factors. In this case study, the considered variables include: gender, semester and entrance exam average in the Iran University of Science and Technology E-Learning Center. The results of this study indicate that male's dropout rate is statistically more than that of females. Educational dropout rate in the third and fifth semester is higher than other semesters but this result is not statistically significant. Descriptive statistic indicates that entrance exam QPA in persistent student is more than dropped student, but the difference between these averages is not significant.The Academy of Sciences of I. R. of IranIranian Journal of Engineering Education1607-2316124520100601Towards a Knowledge Management Approach in the Engineering Educational Settings: Technical & Engineering College of Persian Gulf University; as Case StudyTowards a Knowledge Management Approach in the Engineering Educational Settings: Technical & Engineering College of Persian Gulf University; as Case Study10512666610.22047/ijee.2010.666FAGhasem Salimiph.D.Student,Department of Education and Psychology, Shahid Beheshti UniversityReza AzinAssistant Professor, Depatment of Chemical Engineering, School of Engineering, Persian Gulg UniversityAli PakizehAssistant Professor, Department of Management, School of Humanities, Persian Gulf UniversityOmid Mahdiyehph.D. Student, School of Accounting and Management, Allameh Tabatabaei UniversityJournal Article20090801Nowadays, universities and higher education Institutions need infrastructures for effective contribution in the process of knowledge creation and transfer on the basis of knowledge Management and organizational learning. Knowledge Management is one of the effective tools for creation, transfer, and share of knowledge in a learning university. In this research, views of faculty members at different departments of School of Engineering, Persian Gulf University on the above issues is studied and analyzed with SPSS software. The method is based on a descriptive research, and research questions designed for investigating magnitude of knowledge, information and communication technology infrastructures, culture, and design and development of research engine in the university. Results show and discuss the relative importance of these components in the process of creation, transfer, and share of knowledge in this faculty. Finally the paper presents some suggestions for application of knowledge management approach in technical and engineering colleges.Nowadays, universities and higher education Institutions need infrastructures for effective contribution in the process of knowledge creation and transfer on the basis of knowledge Management and organizational learning. Knowledge Management is one of the effective tools for creation, transfer, and share of knowledge in a learning university. In this research, views of faculty members at different departments of School of Engineering, Persian Gulf University on the above issues is studied and analyzed with SPSS software. The method is based on a descriptive research, and research questions designed for investigating magnitude of knowledge, information and communication technology infrastructures, culture, and design and development of research engine in the university. Results show and discuss the relative importance of these components in the process of creation, transfer, and share of knowledge in this faculty. Finally the paper presents some suggestions for application of knowledge management approach in technical and engineering colleges.The Academy of Sciences of I. R. of IranIranian Journal of Engineering Education1607-2316124520100601A Dynamic and Operational Model for Evaluating the Effectiveness of Technical and Engineering EducationA Dynamic and Operational Model for Evaluating the Effectiveness of Technical and Engineering Education12714166710.22047/ijee.2010.667FAEraj SoltaniAssistant Professor, Islamic Azad University of Najaf AbadJournal Article20091215The subject of effectiveness of engineering education are concerned with the level of applied and scientific education, what problem should be solved by education and how much education should be deployed. Determination of effectiveness of engineering education helps the planners and executives to have a clear perception of education effectiveness for any future progresses. In this paper the concept of evaluating effectiveness of engineering education and measuring effectiveness method has been explained and a four dimensional operational model including: trainee reaction, learning, improvement of job performance and achievement of organizational goals has been explained. With such studies it is found that the effectiveness of technical-skill and engineering education through implementing the mentioned model increases from 86.5% to 88.18%.The subject of effectiveness of engineering education are concerned with the level of applied and scientific education, what problem should be solved by education and how much education should be deployed. Determination of effectiveness of engineering education helps the planners and executives to have a clear perception of education effectiveness for any future progresses. In this paper the concept of evaluating effectiveness of engineering education and measuring effectiveness method has been explained and a four dimensional operational model including: trainee reaction, learning, improvement of job performance and achievement of organizational goals has been explained. With such studies it is found that the effectiveness of technical-skill and engineering education through implementing the mentioned model increases from 86.5% to 88.18%.