2024-03-28T22:22:03Z
http://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/do/oai/
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1000
2020-02-03T21:40:11Z
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Teaching with Imagination and Learning By Doing: The ideas, methods, and topics for TaLK After School English Program in Korea from a Native English Teacher
Loomis, Donovan P.
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2009-07-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette, College of Liberal Arts, English Department
Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education
Curriculum and Instruction
Elementary Education and Teaching
International and Comparative Education
Teaching English
Learn By Doing
ESL
Teaching Guide
TaLK
<p>Teaching the students of Songseok elementary to love learning, love learning English, and confidence to speak like a Korean takes curiosity, imagination, and creativity. I demonstrate these skills to the students to challenge the students and help them develop their own gifts, talent, and abilities in these areas. Using sight and descriptive vocabulary I will develop their ability to remark on the remarkable and perceive the unique qualities of an object. They will have an understanding of how these new skills can benefit them and can communicate that understanding within the segment of the global economy in which English is used as a means of interaction. They will demonstrate a growing proficiency in the use of English as a form of expression and interaction.</p>
2009-07-29T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/1
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1003
2011-10-26T00:21:49Z
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The Lost Voyage of Amazonia: Concept Proposal
Davis, Eric
Inouye, Ryan
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2011-06-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette
Walt Disney Imagineering
ImagiNations
2011-06-10T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/5
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1004
2011-11-16T00:24:53Z
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Groundwater Research in Middle Earth
LaPoint, Thomas
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2011-06-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette
Environmental Sciences
Geophysics and Seismology
Hydrology
Other Civil and Environmental Engineering
Other International and Area Studies
Science and Technology Studies
Resistivity Traverses New Zealand Groundwater
<p>My senior project focused on studying saltwater intrusion in a coastal town of New Zealand. I feel lucky that I was able to travel to such a distant place, conduct research that was insightful and interesting, and immerse myself in an international culture all in the name of my education. As a Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies student, I aim to analyze not only the cultural differences and similarities that the foreign environment offers to me but also the detailed, technical, engineering aspect of my research. I believe that my education should be approached with a well rounded perspective that focuses on all aspects of a problem and this project allowed me to take that perspective. </p>
2011-06-16T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/7
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1005
2011-06-23T17:44:47Z
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Chinese to English Introductory Cover Letter Generator
Stine, Jason L
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2011-06-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette and Michael Haungs
Computational Engineering
Computer Engineering
Other Computer Engineering
Chinese
English
Introduction
Generator
Translator
Java
<p>The Chinese to English Introductory Cover Letter Generator allows Chinese computer users who know little to no English automatically generate a self-introductory cover letter in good English. As an example, professors in English-speaking countries are increasingly receiving emails from students abroad in countries like China, and these students often need to introduce themselves in order to support their reasons for their message. Unfortunately, more often than not these letters contain poorly written English. This software aims to help solve this issue. Using a combination of a “sentence template” system and intelligent natural language processing software, the program assembles each paragraph within the passage sentence by sentence, generating a fairly unique passage each time it is executed. It could be thought of as a variation of the “example based machine translation (EBMT)” concept except that this software generates a passage in English for a specific purpose and is not necessarily just a translation tool. The concept could be expanded to generate any other type of English passage as long as it is one of limited scope.</p>
2011-06-22T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/2
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1006
2011-09-28T16:04:02Z
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The Toilet Paper: a Dry Composting Toilet Design-Build Venture in Yunnan, China
Go, Deborah
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2011-06-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette
2011-08-23T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/3
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1007
2011-10-13T20:52:00Z
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The Non-Governmental Organization
Balzer, Shannan
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2011-07-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette
2011-10-13T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/4
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1008
2011-11-16T00:21:51Z
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Themed Ride Vehicle Concept Design
Alletag, Ryan
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2011-11-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette
Other Engineering
Concept Design
Ride Vehicle Design
2016-11-08T08:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/6
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1009
2012-01-12T19:34:42Z
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City of Industry: An Historical Precedent and its Concrete Effects
Hernandez, Christina A.
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2011-12-01T08:00:00Z
David Gillette
Industrial Engineering
Policy History, Theory, and Methods
City of Industry
privatization
logistics industry
racialized suburbs
Latino
2011-12-13T08:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/8
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1010
2012-06-19T20:52:16Z
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Preserving Wildlife in San Luis Obispo City by way of San Luis Obispo Creek
Nicolici, Sydni
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2012-06-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette
Biodiversity
Urban, Community and Regional Planning
Urban Studies and Planning
San Luis Obispo Creek
San Luis Obispo General Plan
wildlife corridors
riparian habitats
<p>The effectiveness of San Luis Obispo wildlife easements and city open space utilized to preserve species of concern is correlated to the health and maintenance of the San Luis Obispo Creek. I propose that the health of the Creek be addressed before more open space is added to the green belt surrounding the city. This bottom-up approach to preservation will ensure all steps of habitat will function as they should.</p>
2012-06-08T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/11
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1013
2012-06-19T20:54:49Z
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Real World Computer Forensics
Riccio, Jessica
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2012-06-01T07:00:00Z
Michael Haungs
Computer Law
Criminology and Criminal Justice
Other Computer Engineering
Computer
Forensics
Computer Forensics
2012-06-08T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/12
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1011
2012-06-19T18:51:19Z
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Chaosocial - A Social Media Platform for Social Movements
Hughes, Nathanael
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2012-06-01T07:00:00Z
Michael Haungs
Interactive Arts
Social Media
Social Movements
Web Design
UI/UX
<p>Recent Social Movements have increasingly used social media as a driving component in recruiting, developing the cause, and mobilizing people to action. Chaosocial is a web application that provides a layer of organization over social media, allowing organizations traditionally limited in ability to leverage social media to use it to strengthen their social movements.</p>
2013-06-08T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/9
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1012
2012-12-06T17:24:25Z
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Applied Computer Cooling
Ellsworth, Spencer
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2012-06-01T07:00:00Z
Michael Haungs
Business Administration, Management, and Operations
Hardware Systems
Technology and Innovation
2012-06-08T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/10
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1014
2012-06-19T20:58:30Z
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San Luis Obispo Entrepreneur's Market: Translating the successful aspects of SLO's Farmer's Market into a model for a talent marketplace
Swift, Emily
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2012-06-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations
Entreprenerial
talent marketplace
co-working spaces
Farmer's Market
collaboration
small business
<p>Details design elements of a physical space created for the purpose of economic and community development, where the guiding principles of design enable self-organizing sustainable systems for developing commerce, enterprise, business, and talent to work streams. The primary assumption is that if individuals in the community know their talent and are able to connect that talent to work with passion, meaning, and purpose, the community will thrive.</p>
2012-06-13T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/13
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1015
2012-06-19T21:01:18Z
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A Guide to Producing An A Cappella CD and Development of a Pitch Detection Program
Stringfellow, Jacob Ray
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2012-06-01T07:00:00Z
Michael Haungs
Audio Arts and Acoustics
Music
Other Engineering
Other Music
A Cappella
Pitch Detection
Music
Recording
<p>An in-depth look at the steps required to produce a CD for an a cappella group. From what microphone and preamplifiers to use, to what steps to take during the editing, mixing, and mastering processes. Finished with a look at pitch detection algorithms and how they work, and a little bit of experimentation with my own algorithm and program.</p>
2012-06-14T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/14
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1016
2012-08-28T20:54:19Z
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The Leading Contributor of the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant Accident
Torres, Christopher
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2012-06-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette
Nuclear Engineering
Nuclear Energy
Japan
Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant
2013-08-28T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/15
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1017
2012-12-17T19:40:01Z
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The QuickieComposer Android Application
Hawley, Brigit Elizabeth
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2012-12-01T08:00:00Z
Michael Haungs
Audio Arts and Acoustics
Other Computer Engineering
Android Application
Pitch Analyzer
<p>The QuickieComposer application is a program intended for use on Android Devices. Designed for the composer on the go, the QuickieComposer app is perfect for those “in the moment” compositions. In the following document, the functionality and development of the first version of the QuickieComposer application is explained.</p>
2012-12-05T08:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/16
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1018
2012-12-17T19:52:54Z
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Video Production Guide: A Manual on Video Production Custom Made for LAES
Mai, Andrew
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2012-12-01T08:00:00Z
David Gillette
Audio Arts and Acoustics
Film and Media Studies
Interdisciplinary Arts and Media
film
video production
shooting
editing
tutorials
<p>A guide in video production using the Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program’s main work space, also known as the Expressive Technologies Workshop. Includes a detailed instructional on video production from camera rentals to basic shooting to editing and distribution. Also introduces other tools in the workshop related to video production such as audio production tools and projection mapping.</p>
2012-12-07T08:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/17
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1019
2012-12-17T20:18:19Z
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Infusing Technology into the Performing Arts at Cal Poly
Whipple, Tyler
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2012-12-01T08:00:00Z
David Gillette
Other Theatre and Performance Studies
symphony
theatre
performance
trial
marriage
orchestra
2012-12-07T08:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/18
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1021
2012-12-17T20:17:03Z
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Exploration of Physical Computing: Digital Interfaces Using Microsoft Kinect and Peggy 2 LED Matrix
Franklin, Jeffrey
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2012-12-01T08:00:00Z
Michael Haungs
Audio Arts and Acoustics
Game Design
Interactive Arts
Interdisciplinary Arts and Media
Physical Computing
LAES
Liberal Arts & Engineering Studies
Kinect
LED
software hardware interfacing
<p>Physical computing, or more specifically social immersive media, is an offshoot of New Media that incorporates interactive physical systems (software/hardware systems) to sense and respond to the analog world. This serves as a creative framework for understanding our own relationship to the digital world. In this project, computer vision is incorporated as a medium between both input and output through the use of two cameras, a typical webcam and a Microsoft Kinect. For the first part of the project, a webcam streams visual data into a computer program which interpolates the video data into a 25x25 virtual dot matrix. This interpolation is transmitted via USB port to a Peggy 2 LED display in real time. In the second portion of the project, a Microsoft Kinect for Windows camera streams visual data into a Greenfoot Java environment. This virtual environment tracks the user’s skeleton and allows the user to play musical tones based on the movement of the user’s right hand. Together these two interfaces are intended to provide an introduction to physical computing and social immersive media.</p>
2012-12-08T08:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/19
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1023
2013-06-17T19:49:10Z
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Escape From The Sky
Nickel, Evan O'Neill
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2013-06-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette
Computer Engineering
Other Film and Media Studies
Visual Studies
Maya
Animation
Film
Modeling
Computer Graphics
<p>A short animation about a pilot in a fantasy jet escaping from the sky.</p>
2013-06-11T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/21
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1024
2013-06-17T19:51:06Z
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Projection Based Design: A Collection of Acquired Knowledge
Brown, Max
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2013-06-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette
Interdisciplinary Arts and Media
Other Theatre and Performance Studies
Theatre
Projection
Media
Performance
<p>The application of new technology in a classic medium, such as theatre, can be a strong force in creating a unique experience for both the audience and the designer. At first, introducing new media techniques may seem like a novelty and easily dismissed as a gimmick. The fact is the modern audience is more familiar with information displayed in video format and will find projected video elements implemented into the scenic design as another way to access the story the performers on stage are trying to convey. It is our duty as designers to utilize every tool at our disposal to inform and entertain our audience. Not only is projection based design a useful tool for the stage, it is widely applied in concert productions, artistic instillations, marketing, and event lighting. Projection elements add another level of visual stimulation and enjoyment for everyone.</p>
<p>I find it a necessity to focus my senior project on projection based design as I have found it an increasingly useful, adaptable, and desired ability across multiple disciplines. Over the last three years I have been privileged to design projection installations for performances, events, and presentations for academic programs and professional groups across campus. While I have garnered much success over these few years I have failed miserably in conveying my accumulated knowledge and experience to the next generation of student designers so that these highly sought after projects can continue to improve as new generations of LAES and Theatre students become curious about the techniques. This iBook is my attempt to make up for lost time in hopes of providing a resource that can be studied and built upon in the years to come.</p>
2013-06-14T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/22
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1025
2013-06-17T19:53:16Z
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PolyXpress Usability Testing
Erdie, Chloe
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2013-06-01T07:00:00Z
Michael Haungs
Industrial Engineering
Usability Testing
PolyXpress
<p>This paper investigates different usability testing methods, and details a final usability testing procedure for the PolyXpress application. Usability testing varies greatly and depends on the size, scope, and budget of a project. Jakob Nielsen, a usability expert, says usability testing generally involves finding test users, asking the users to perform representative tasks with the design, and observing/documenting what happens. There are three main types of usability testing methods: traditional, discount, and going-out-of-business. The methods range in scale, complexity, and cost. This paper specifically details the unique combination of the three main methods that should be used as the usability testing procedure for PolyXpress. PolyXpress usability testing should consist of recruiting five to fifteen test users, who are lead by a facilitator reading from a script, and should be documented using a GoPro camera with a Head Strap Mount, screen capture video using Display Recorder, and written notes. This paper also includes a list of recommendations for PolyXpress from preliminary usability testing.</p>
2013-06-14T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/23
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1026
2013-08-09T15:39:48Z
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Cultural Exposure for Cal Poly Orientation Programs: Training Orientation Leaders to Promote an Inclusive Environment and Creating Respect and Diversity Programming for Incoming Students
Rodriguez Mata, Sofia
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2013-06-01T07:00:00Z
Michael Haungs
Curriculum and Instruction
Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research
Educational Leadership
Ethnic Studies
Higher Education and Teaching
Inequality and Stratification
Race and Ethnicity
Sociology of Culture
Orientation Programs
Culture
Communication
Training
Diversity
Presentation
<p>California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo is home to the largest student run orientation program in the nation. The success of the program is due to a combination of student volunteer involvement, comprehensive topic coverage, campus and community involvement, and dedicated leadership. Topics to ensure student success are carefully researched, conceptualized, and implemented to construct programming for Soar and Week of Welcome. As an Executive Board Member, supervising a committee focused on student and student supporter transition and awareness topics, one has the option to specialize on projects. Improvement of respect and diversity training and programming needed to be completed. Research of activities and trainings done in higher education environments was conducted and training was restructured to reflect the conclusion of the research. A workshop session was created for training focusing on culture and communication and was run sixteen times through a period of four weeks. Data collection of different cultural clubs and organizations in the San Luis Obispo community was conducted and stored for the program’s reference. A video project focusing on respect and diversity on the campus was planned and will be filmed an edited from July to August to be shown during presentations for incoming students during Week of Welcome. The combination of training materials, a database, and video production was the culmination of senior project and a side project as an Executive Board member. The initial results and feedback have been positive and future assessment will be conducted by the future Board of 2014. The products of this research and project have been customized to be used in the future for different groups.</p>
2013-06-14T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/24
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1028
2013-07-16T19:41:30Z
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Isomorphic MIDI Controller
Wyatt, Jay
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2013-06-01T07:00:00Z
Michael Haungs
Audio Arts and Acoustics
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Music Theory
isomorphic
MIDI Controller
2013-06-17T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/26
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1029
2013-06-19T16:39:22Z
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Animatronic Robot Development Using Pulse Width Modulation Microcontroller Programming
McDonald, Laura
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2013-06-01T07:00:00Z
Michael Haungs
Other Mechanical Engineering
Theatre and Performance Studies
Animatronics Theater Stagecraft Robotics Animation Microcontroller
2013-06-17T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/25
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1030
2013-12-16T17:54:27Z
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Presenting: The Liberal Arts & Engineering Studies Program
Cabrales, Lauren
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2013-12-01T08:00:00Z
Michael Haungs
Film and Media Studies
2013-12-14T08:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/27
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1031
2014-01-21T18:29:30Z
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publication:research
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Using Stories to Encourage Hope and Connection in Sexual Assault Survivors
Murray, Samantha
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2013-12-01T08:00:00Z
Michael Haungs
2014-01-14T08:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/28
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1032
2014-02-12T20:45:57Z
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Exploring Human-Computer Interaction Through Bluetooth Low Energy Enabled Human Interface Devices
Durkin, Tyler
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2013-12-01T08:00:00Z
Michael Haungs
Computer Engineering
2014-01-30T08:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/29
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1033
2014-04-03T16:35:50Z
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Waste Heat Reclamation for Commercial Use
Webber, Andrew
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2014-03-01T08:00:00Z
Jane Lehr and Michael Haungs
Other Engineering Science and Materials
Heat transfer
Need
Waste
Efficiency
<p>The purpose of this project was to capture waste heat to raise the temperature of groundwater for commercial applications.</p>
2014-03-19T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/30
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1034
2014-06-13T16:59:32Z
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Designing a Goal Journaling Application
Lufkin, Kevin
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2014-06-01T07:00:00Z
Jane Lehr, Michael Haungs
Graphics and Human Computer Interfaces
Industrial and Product Design
Other Computer Sciences
Usability
Progress
Goal Journal
Motivation
<p>Achieving a personal goal and making a positive change in one’s life can be a difficult and elusive task. Everyday people are creating and setting new goals for themselves, but more often than not these goals are never realized. Motivation, determination, and discipline are all key elements when it comes to accomplishing a goal, but if there is no clear idea as to how to connect the dots from where one is to where one wants to be these important qualities lose their effectiveness.</p>
<p>The applications that exist today largely fit in the realm of goal/task management and planners. This approach, with the proper motivation, can be effective in helping one achieve his or her goals, but the act of setting, logging, and planning activities, and then going back into the application to signal their completion/failure is time consuming and unappealing to the average user. This can be marked by the large percentage of people who do not use these applications; in a survey targeting online communities committed to completing goals only 50.9%, roughly half, of the users stated that they used these types of applications (survey attached). This is a surprisingly small number considering that these participants would appear to be the most likely candidates for these applications.</p>
<p>An argument can be made that users do not find they are getting properly rewarded by these applications for the amount of effort they put into them, and so lack the proper motivation to use them. Motivation is a valuable and sometimes scarce resource, so an application that requires less effort to learn, manage, and implement may help fit the unmet requirements of these non app users. This project aims to address this problem by taking the benefits and passivity of journaling techniques and applying them to goal accomplishment, encouraging the user to track one’s progress toward his or her goals in a manner that is relatively hands off.</p>
2014-06-09T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/31
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1035
2014-06-13T17:00:40Z
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Fully Accessible Raised Garden Beds
Lockwood, Ethan
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2014-06-01T07:00:00Z
Jane Lehr and Michael Huangs
Other Engineering
wheelchair
fully accessible
raised bed
sustainable design
<p>The Ranch, a local nonprofit that is a community gathering location for recreation and education, providing outdoor employment opportunities for area residents with developmental disabilities and a unique experience for volunteers and visitors., was lacking a farming and gardening environment that was fully accessible for all people including those in wheelchairs. This project provided substantial background research for the mission of The Ranch, demonstrated sustainable design, secured material donations, CAD modeled raised beds, and provided meaningful employment during the construction of the raised beds. The project resulted in three different raised bed designs that are all in use by The Ranch and will support the social justice and environmental mission of The Ranch for years to come.</p>
2014-06-09T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/32
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1036
2014-06-11T23:25:05Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
The LAES Pocketbook for Filmmaker Enthusiasts
Le, Steven (Sven) Thien
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2014-06-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette, Michael Haungs
Art Education
Film and Media Studies
Instructional Media Design
Interdisciplinary Arts and Media
film
how to
video
cinema
liberal arts and engineering studies
production.
<p><em>The LAES Pocketbook for Filmmaker Enthusiasts</em> was written to be an essential tool for Cal Poly students to use when approaching the broad spectrum of film making. This introductory pocketbook tackles many of the confusions and questions that arise when first starting with film making and utilizes the equipment available at Cal Poly to make the film making process simpler for students. Printed out on standard 8.5" x 11" paper, this portable pocketbook is meant to be folded, stapled down the spine, and carried with the student on their filming endeavors.</p>
<p>This pocketbook will go over types of filming equipment, film school basics, filming techniques, data organization, editing theory, and media output. The intended audience for this pocketbook is for Cal Poly students, from a novice to intermediate skill set, but is written to be comprehended by faculty and young adults alike.</p>
<p>I find it necessary to pass on these fundamental skill sets to future students so that this art form/tool can be built upon and further appreciated at Cal Poly.</p>
2014-06-11T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/33
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1037
2014-06-16T18:04:50Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Node JS Performance Testing
Siboldi, Massimo
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2014-06-01T07:00:00Z
Jane Lehr
Computer Sciences
<p>Node JS, a server side implementation of JavaScript, has gained traction over the years, especially in newer tech startups, to be used in deployment servers. Performance testing is a set of tests intended to measure the speed and reliability of a server under various loads . This project examines performance testing applied to Node JS, design decisions of the testing environment, and quantitative analysis of server improvements made to increase performance of the server of Music Putty, a music streaming and crowdfunding startup formed at Cal Poly.</p>
2014-06-13T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/35
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1038
2014-06-13T22:53:30Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Student Stress at Cal Poly
Cabanez, Jeffrey Boncan
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2014-06-01T07:00:00Z
Jane Lehr, Michael Haungs
stress
documentary
survey
<p>Stress has major influences with students in the college environment. With the rigorous demand of work found throughout the quarter system, students are required to balance their entire lives, including academics and studying, social life and relationships, and personal health and well being.</p>
<p>The purpose of this Senior Project is to determine how students define stress, how each category above relates to one another, and finally some ways that students go about stress management and de-stressing. To do this, a survey was conducted analyzing student stressors, a documentary was created that told the experiences of Cal Poly students in relation to stress, and learning objectives were created and defined to support the documentary.</p>
2014-06-13T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/34
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1039
2014-06-18T17:34:54Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
From Banging to Baking: A Documentary on Malachi Chavez and Restorative Partners
Kuhr, Brandon
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2014-06-01T07:00:00Z
Jane Lehr, Michael Haungs
Interdisciplinary Arts and Media
Other Film and Media Studies
Restorative Partners
Liberal Arts & Engineering Studies
Media Arts & Technology
2014-06-15T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/36
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1040
2014-12-17T20:21:41Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Fresh Bytes - Connected Hydroponics for Small-Scale Growing
Bowen, Jack
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2014-12-01T08:00:00Z
Jane Lehr, Michael Haungs
Hardware Systems
OS and Networks
Other Nutrition
Hydroponics
Aquaponics
Raspberry Pi
sensor
smart home
<p>Many users are now transitioning to small-scale hydroponics and aquaponics at home. There can be a barrier to entry with these systems as there is a delicate balance of chemicals, pH, etc. that must be maintained. There are sensors for these various components but they are either aimed at commercial production or are un-automated. Fresh Bytes is a microcomputer with sensors to detect all of these unseen components in a hydroponic system. A prototype of this microcomputer is produced along with CAD plans for more professional versions of it. The sensors are verified and future development is contemplated.</p>
2014-12-12T08:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/39
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1041
2014-12-17T20:17:17Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Aquaponics Art
Horton, Alexander
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2014-12-01T08:00:00Z
Jane Lehr, Michael Haungs
Bioresource and Agricultural Engineering
Interactive Arts
Aquaponics
Art
Interactive
Education
STEM
Learn-by-doing
<p>Aquaponics has enormous potential to change the way we farm. I wanted to connect more people to Cal Poly's first aquaponics club by creating a functioning aquaponics art installation that allows people to plant their own plants. This paper is catalog of the design process as a reflection of what this project hopes to accomplish.</p>
2014-12-15T08:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/37
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1042
2014-12-17T20:23:11Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Compositing Brought to Life
Morris, Anika
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2014-12-01T08:00:00Z
Michael Haungs, Jane Lehr
2014-12-15T08:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/40
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1043
2014-12-17T20:20:11Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Binoculars: Management Strategies in Film
Fall, Kamryn
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2014-12-01T08:00:00Z
Jane Lehr and Michael Haungs
Arts Management
Film Production
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
film
management
production
2014-12-15T08:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/38
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1044
2014-12-17T20:25:00Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Re-Evaluating VFX Workflows: Animating Vehicle Dynamics
Duong, Charles
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2014-12-01T08:00:00Z
Michael Haungs, Jane Lehr
2014-12-16T08:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/41
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1045
2015-03-23T03:38:16Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Visualizing Relationships between Related Variables: Improving Physics Education through D3.js Network Visualizations
Friend, Stephanie
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2015-03-01T08:00:00Z
Jane Lehr, Michael Haungs
Computational Engineering
Engineering Education
Interactive Arts
Interdisciplinary Arts and Media
Physics
Data
Visualization
Physics
Javascript
Web
Application
<p><strong id="x-docs-internal-guid-bfd47664-44b4-0321-0f1a-96ff909fb94f"> phiMap is a web application started by Cal Poly professors and students to aid professors in teaching physics. I developed Javascript visualizations for phiMap that serve to simplify the processes of both teaching and learning physics. These visualizations aim to present relationships between physics variables in an easy to understand manner, and they could eventually have a huge impact on physics education.</strong></p>
2015-03-22T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/43
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1046
2015-04-01T20:26:24Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
The TrackPacer
Kline, Alexandra
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2014-03-01T08:00:00Z
Jane Lehr, Michael Haungs
Electrical and Electronics
track
led
light
running
pacing
<p>Competitive and recreational runners struggle to maintain a target pace during workouts and currently have no easy-to-see visual feedback on their pace. Lack of real-time, easy-to-see pace feedback makes it difficult for athletes to maintain a target pace and thereby makes their workouts less effective. Some GPS watches provide pacing feedback, but they are impossible to read while running hard.</p>
<p>Pacing is a basic yet essential component of track and field, no matter what type of running event is taking place. During practice, certain paces are prescribed to evoke certain physiological responses from athletes. For example, a coach might ask an athlete to run a pace in practice in order to increase their lactic threshold or their VO2Max, both very important factors of performance. Despite technology being a large part of our culture and sport, track and field is lacking in technological advancements to improve performance and marketability of the sport.</p>
<p>Currently, an athlete can only check if they are on pace once a lap, using splits, but these handheld devices cannot show if an athlete is falling behind or getting ahead during the lap. The TrackPacer provides a continuous indicator of pace during the entirety of the lap. Essentially, it lets the runner know where to be every second, on every point of the track rather than once or twice a lap.</p>
<p>The TrackPacer LED light rope provides a visual indicator of the desired pace for athletes to maintain. There are no other visual non-worn pace indicators. Presently, athletes rely on watches or other worn devices to monitor their pace. The LED light strip indicator is better than existing methods because it eliminates monitoring a watch or worn device and permits even a sprinter to determine whether he is maintaining target pace.</p>
<p>The TrackPacer is superior to sports watches due to its convenient, easily viewed placement on the inner perimeter of a track.</p>
2020-03-21T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/42
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1047
2015-04-01T20:23:57Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Sustainability in the Craft Brewing Industry: An Analysis of Tertiary Wastewater Treatments
Uibel, Jessica
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2015-03-01T08:00:00Z
Michael Haungs, Jane Lehr
Engineering
Tertiary Wastewater Treatment Craft Brewery
<p>In 2014, Firestone Walker began the implementation of an onsite Wastewater Treatment Plant to treat the brewery’s process wastewater. Although the secondary treatment of aerated lagoons was capable of lowering the effluent to Paso Robles discharge requirements, Firestone Walker considered investing in a tertiary treatment to reclaim water for industrial reuse in wash down, evaporative coolers, and steam generation.</p>
<p>The information required to determine to optimal tertiary treatment system included the effluent levels leaving the lagoons, the influent requirements for the reclamation uses, the discharge requirements from Paso Robles, and the flow rate of the process wastewater. With this information, different filtration and disinfection systems were measured to determine the optimal treatment system to compliment the Nanofiltration system.</p>
<p>Overall, the recommended tertiary treatment is a Slow Sand Filtration system, followed by a Nanofiltration system, and ending with an Ultraviolet system. The combination of these three treatments should produce an effluent that matches the requirements set in the California Code of Regulations Title 22 for recycled water quality levels.</p>
<p>Slow Sand Filtration was chosen for its comparatively inexpensive capital cost, ease of maintenance, and avoidance of chemicals or backwashing. Nanofiltration was chosen for its specialization in lowering total hardness and its ability to use a lower feed pressure than Reverse Osmosis, resulting in lower energy requirements and higher permeate levels. Ultraviolet was chosen for its ability to disinfect most known pathogens without the creation of dangerous by-products or use of chemicals.</p>
<p>Each of the system capital costs are estimates that lay on the conservative side, and each will fluctuate depending on the actual flow rate of the system and quality of the effluent entering the system. However, the current estimated total capital cost is $353,250 with an estimated annual operations and maintenance cost of $32,440. Although the average Nanofiltration system can recover 85%-95% of the feed water, using a slightly lower recover rate of 80% results in a Return on Investment of 15.55 months. Again, as this number is highly uncertain and depends on actual capital cost and percentage of water reclaimed, an ROI Matrix was created to allow quick identification of possible ROI values once these values are known. So long as the expected annual growth rate remains at 25%, the information in the matrix will remain valid.</p>
2015-03-23T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/44
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1048
2015-06-16T23:19:36Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Visualizing Population Density Based On Wifi Router Location and Network Usage
Deitz, Tyler
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2015-06-01T07:00:00Z
Jane Lehr, Michael Haung
Digital Communications and Networking
Graphic Design
Interdisciplinary Arts and Media
Other Computer Engineering
population visualization
web development
voronoi
design
javascript
maps
svg
<p>This research paper introduces a prototype of a feature for Robert E. Kennedy’s maps web application. The feature visualizes population density based off wifi router location and network usage within the building. The significance of the feature is noted by documenting the library’s transition into a hub for student life and campus culture, which increases the space’s occupancy and visitor retention for a longer time. The feature is based off a Voronoi diagram map distribution which strongly affects its technical and visual implementation. The end product is user tested by Cal Poly students and received a 93.5% satisfaction rate.</p>
2015-06-14T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/47
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1049
2015-06-16T23:18:12Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
MDA User Guide: Creating Multi-Dimensional Audio Assets
O'Hanlon, Emily
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2015-06-01T07:00:00Z
Jane Lehr, Michael Haungs
Audio Arts and Acoustics
spatial
audio
engineering
guide
multi-dimensional
2016-06-15T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/46
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1050
2015-06-16T23:22:05Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Discovering Factors Affecting Student Retention in Computer Science at Cal Poly
Eykholt, Diane
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2015-06-01T07:00:00Z
Jane Lehr, Michael Haungs
Engineering Education
Computer Science
Student Retention
Engineering Education
Cal Poly
Descriptive Research
2015-06-15T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/49
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1051
2015-06-16T23:20:38Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
China's Rare Earths in Emerging Green Technologies: An Economic, Environmental, and Social Rationale for Policy
Amar, Gabrielle
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2015-06-01T07:00:00Z
Jane Lehr, Michael Haungs
2020-06-14T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/48
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1052
2015-06-16T23:16:55Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Hop Farm Business Plan and Economic Study
Polvi, Matt
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2015-06-01T07:00:00Z
Michael Haungs and Jane Lehr
Agribusiness
<p>The purpose of this project is to create a business plan for a hop farm in the</p>
<p>Willamette Valley of western Oregon with the final document including a study for both</p>
<p>financial and agricultural feasibility.</p>
2015-06-16T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/45
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1053
2015-06-25T19:37:19Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Project Llama: Making A Cappella Arranging Easier
Lu, Jason
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2015-06-01T07:00:00Z
Jane Lehr, Michael Haungs
Composition
Music Performance
Music Practice
Other Computer Engineering
acappella
music
arranging
<p>This project was intended to improve the current state of a cappella arranging. It explains the problems with current tools and explores other options.</p>
2015-06-16T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/51
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1054
2015-06-25T19:36:12Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Global Competency for Engineers
Tran, Nhu
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2015-06-01T07:00:00Z
Jane Lehr, Michael Haungs
2015-06-16T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/50
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1055
2015-06-25T19:53:12Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Defining The Problem: A Feminist Perspective
Watson, Gabrielle
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BS in Environmental Management and Protection
2015-06-01T07:00:00Z
Jane Lehr
Rape Tunnel
<p>This project defines “The Rape Tunnel” problem. Before beginning the research portion of this project, background information is provided to the intended audience so that anyone reading the document can get up to speed with understandings within social justice, stakeholder histories, Indigenous perspectives, and the history of getting the project approved. From there the paper moves into a lab repot with findings that reveal a tunnel (designed as a storm drain for hundred year peak flows) is frequently being used by Cal Poly students as a walkway to campus. Also, students commonly refer to the space as “The Rape Tunnel.” Survey responses further indicate that feelings of safety while using the space are not uniform across responses. Rather, feelings of safety vary depending on demographic data. Women at the intersections of disempowered identities felt the least safe in the space. After comparing western and Indigenous perspectives, the responses show that people walking through the space feel unsafe due to aspects of their identity rather than consequences of taboo actions. With the findings in mind, alternatives and follow up work to “The Rape Tunnel” problem are offered at the end of the document.</p>
2015-06-17T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/52
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1056
2015-09-03T16:52:38Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Understanding The Relationships Of User-selected Music In Video Games
Wong, Memphis
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2015-06-01T07:00:00Z
Michael Haungs, Jane L. Lehr
Other Computer Engineering
Science and Technology Studies
Unity
Music
User-selected
Video Games
<p>Music has been an integral part of video games in its contribution to users' gameplay experiences. Varying from simple sound effects to elaborate scores, music helps shape the reactive environment of each video game. In particular, video games that generate unique levels and scenarios based on music has become more popular as its own genre. Games such as Audiosurf take this further, with having the game revolve entirely around levels generated to custom tracks. The aim of this study is to analyze the impact of such games, when it allows a user to select his or her own music.</p>
2015-07-24T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/53
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1057
2016-03-09T21:51:28Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Mindful Mustangs: A Mindful Meditation App for Cal Poly SLO
Jagannath, Neha
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2015-12-01T08:00:00Z
Jane Lehr, Michael Haungs, David Gillette
Cognitive Psychology
Counseling Psychology
School Psychology
mental health
mindfulness
meditation app
mobile app
test anxiety
mindful meditation
<p>This report discusses the creation and research behind a new mindfulness meditation application called Mindful Mustangs, which is created for the students of Cal Poly SLO. The goal of this mobile website is to use the various techniques used in mindful meditation to reduce the stress and anxiety that college students regularly face. With the onset of iOS and Android applications, similar health and behavioral applications are on the rise. The increase of these applications calls for a certain type of design and a robust analysis must be done to ensure the psychological health of the user. Mindfulness applications such as Stop, Breathe & Think and Calm have adopted different information architectures and aesthetics that are proven to achieve lower anxiety levels in the user. Understanding the features that contribute to the positive effects of these applications helped create Mindful Mustangs and can help develop more powerful psychological and behavioral applications in the future.</p>
2016-01-25T08:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/54
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1059
2019-06-10T22:37:01Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Attachable Protective Skate Shoe Toecap
Huff, Tyler
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2016-06-01T07:00:00Z
Jane Lehr, David Gillette
skateboarding
toecap
shoes
skateboard
rubber
<p>The investigation of an attachable, protective, skateboarding shoe toecap. Skate shoes wear and tear very quickly due to sliding against grip tape when performing tricks. The rubber toecap protects areas of shoes susceptible to wear and tear. The toecap is made out of rubber, has a generic shape to fit many shoes, and attaches with adhesive tape.</p>
2017-06-15T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/55
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1060
2019-06-10T22:36:30Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Accurately Pinpointing 3D Sound in Virtual Environments
Hongtongsak, Kevin
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2016-06-01T07:00:00Z
Michael Haungs
virtual reality
unity
3d sound
surround sound
<p>The capabilities of virtual surround sound and lacking compared to its visual counterpart. This disconnect between these two aspects often lead to a less immersive experience in virtual reality. This projects seeks to find a novel solution in creating a realistic virtual surround sound experience using an external software library for the Unity game engine.</p>
2016-06-17T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/57
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1061
2016-06-18T01:28:34Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Stamina Combat Overhaul
Rattner, Richard
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2016-06-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette, Jane Lehr, Michael Haungs
Game Design
Other Computer Sciences
Software Engineering
Game Design
The Elder Scrolls
Combat
Mod
Engagement
Bethesda
2016-06-17T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/56
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1062
2016-06-22T17:34:58Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Let Me LAE-Something On You, or How I Found My Way Back to Education Through LAES
Myers, Robert Sean, II
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2016-06-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette, Michael Haungs, and Jane Lehr
Curriculum and Social Inquiry
Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research
Educational Leadership
Elementary Education and Teaching
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development
Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education
teachers
challenges
differences
solutions
2016-06-21T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/58
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1063
2019-06-10T22:37:44Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Visual Code: Breaking the Binary
Johannesen, Jacob
Adriance, Andrew
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2016-06-01T07:00:00Z
Jane Lehr
Child Psychology
Cognition and Perception
Graphics and Human Computer Interfaces
Other Computer Sciences
Theory and Philosophy
computer science
education
learning
stigma
visual code
<p>This project seeks to create an accessible programming language that is more visually based. Although some solutions exist, namely MIT’s Scratch, nothing has caught up to the mobile age. This proj- ect aims to reframe creating a game or app into the context of tell- ing a story, putting character creation first. By researching sto- ry-telling and how people learn, and by applying technical and user interface design knowledge, this project intends to deliver a soft- ware solution that opens introductory coding education to more people.</p>
2016-06-21T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/59
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1064
2019-06-10T22:35:43Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Adapting Lean Six Sigma for a Non-Profit Organization
De Leon, Jocelyn
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2016-06-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette, Michael Haungs
Operations Research, Systems Engineering and Industrial Engineering
Organization Development
Lean Six Sigma
Non-Profit
<p>Lean Six Sigma is a process improvement practice most commonly used in large scale manufacturing and health care industries to improve performance and efficiency. The goal of Lean Six Sigma is to improve efficiency, consistency, and focus on value added elements. Over the years, Lean Six Sigma has evolved from being primarily a manufacturing practice to serving more service based industries such as healthcare and government. However, Lean Six Sigma has yet to be implemented in the non-profit sector. This technical report outlines the importance of identifying the unique characteristics of the organization you wish to improve and then adapting lean six sigma techniques accordingly. This report will specifically look at the challenges faced by a non-profit organization, GRID Alternatives, and evaluate how Lean Six Sigma techniques can be adapted to improve their warehouse procedures and conditions.</p>
2016-06-23T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/60
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1065
2019-06-10T22:35:03Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Using Intel RealSense Depth Data for Hand Tracking in Unreal Engine 4
Lang, Granger
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2017-03-01T08:00:00Z
David Gillette
Computer Engineering
Computer Sciences
Graphics and Human Computer Interfaces
Software Engineering
Augmented Reality
Virtual Reality
Hand Tracking
Computer Vision
VR
AR
Unreal Engine
<p>This project describes how to build a hand tracking method for VR/AR using the raw data from a depth sensing camera.</p>
2017-05-30T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/64
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1066
2019-06-10T22:32:46Z
publication:laessp
publication:cscsp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
publication:cpesp
Dreamkeeper: 3D Game Using Unreal Engine 4
Boyken, Marii Elizabeth
Coleman, Martin Clayton
Albert-Hall, Casey Kendrick
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2017-06-01T07:00:00Z
Aaron Keen
Game Design
computer science
unreal engine
game design
interdisciplinary
3d animation
interactive entertainment
<p>The goal of this senior project was to combine our diverse skills to make a 3D game. The plot involves a young girl who has been given the powers to enter dreams and defeat nightmares. The 3D assets that we built and animated were made in Autodesk Maya. We used Unreal Engine 4 to piece together our assets and create the logic for the game. This document explains the technologies that we used, design choices we made, feedback from our player-testing, and work that we want to complete for the project in the future. Our final game demo features two levels, a combat systems that allows played to level up skills, and puzzles that allow the player to proceed to the final battle.</p>
2017-06-28T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/61
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1067
2019-06-10T22:34:27Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Salvation: Into the Cosmos: Board Game Project Blending 4X and Eurogame Styles
Griffith, Zachary Stewart
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2017-06-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette
Game Design
Board Game
Game Design
Eurogame
4X
<p>This project is an attempt at creating a shorter and simpler 4X strategy game. To do this, the author takes elements of the Eurogame genre and combines aspects of The Settlers of Catan by Klaus Teuber and Shattered Plans by Jagex while following the requirements of the German board game award, the Spiel de Jahres. After following the traditional game design process of conceptualization, prototyping, and repeated testing, analysis, and revision, the author succeeded in creating a core foundation for such a game that also had marketing potential on its own.</p>
2017-07-06T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/62
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1068
2020-02-24T20:22:06Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Construction Agility - An Integrated Management System
Goodwin, Remington J
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2017-06-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette, College of Liberal Arts, Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Department
Construction Engineering
<p>Construction Agility is a management system to be utilized by project managers to create a visual representation of work in progress on the jobsite. This visual component of Construction Agility increases awareness of job site activities among the general contractor, subcontractors, and visitors, thus increasing safety. The system is a Kanban, otherwise known as a batch system, that displays critical activities with physical moveable cards that display the task, the duration, and the proceeding party. There is a focus on handoffs which requires a willingness to open communication. The visual appeal and simplicity of the batch system for all to view promotes accountability among participating parties. This also doubles as a check and balance for completed tasks, increasing quality. The backbone of this system is not alone the visuals, but the collaborative and communicative team culture that is fostered around it. This team environment and learning culture is a facilitated through periodic reflection and input from all participants. With the proper application, Construction Agility should decrease waste and increase productivity, safety, turnover rates, and communication.</p>
2017-08-04T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/63
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1070
2019-06-10T22:32:12Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Implementing Restorative Justice Programs in the Cal Poly Community
Fauble, Bryce R, III
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2018-06-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette
Government Contracts
Labor and Employment Law
Law and Politics
Legislation
Government
Local Governance
Partnerships
<p>This paper is the result of a year-long senior project for the Liberal Arts and Engineering program at California Polytechnic State University. This paper attempts to educate the reader on what Restorative Justice is, why it faces challenges in the United States, and how it has been implemented, both in the United States and outside of it. In addition, this paper describes my own experience with implementing Restorative Justice Programs with both the city of San Luis Obispo and California Polytechnic State University. This experience includes the challenges that I faced along the way, and how these challenges are indicative of challenges faced throughout the state of California and the United States. To conclude, this paper touches on future work to be accomplished by the end of a two-year graduate program.</p>
2018-06-15T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/65
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1074
2019-03-11T16:17:00Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Feeling Green: The Benefits of Green Space on Urbanites' Mental Health
Hoagland, Kathryn A
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2019-03-01T08:00:00Z
David Gillette, Michael Haungs
Community Health and Preventive Medicine
Environmental Design
Environmental Public Health
Mental Disorders
Place and Environment
Social Psychology
Urban, Community and Regional Planning
Urban Studies and Planning
urban planning
public health
depression
anxiety
nature
stress theory
<p>This investigation intends to determine the best methods for incorporating public green space into dense urban areas, for the betterment of residents' mental health. Data from studies showing differences in the prevalence of anxiety and depression in urban and rural areas are discussed alongside data from studies looking at the effect that certain types of green space might have on mental health. While there is no exact consensus on the extent to which nature has positive effects on mental health there is enough of a correlation to argue for the implementation of public green spaces in urban design, in order to potentially curb and prevent anxiety and depression in an increasingly urbanized society. Urban parks and street trees have long been components of city design and, as this discussion suggests, may be beneficial not only for ecological and environmental health, but for public mental health as well. Data from a localized survey study is included, looking at the correlation between rates of depression and proximity to local parks in San Luis Obispo County. No correlation was found between the two factors for this data set, however a small sample size likely affected the validity of that conclusion.</p>
2019-03-11T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/66
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1078
2019-06-14T19:42:01Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Redefining the Engineer: An Examination on Engineering Culture and the Impact on Underrepresented Students at Cal Poly
Liang, Danica
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2019-06-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette, Michael Haungs, Jane Lehr
Engineering Education
diversity in engineering
minorities in engineering
data journalism
data visualization
<p>This project is centered around examining what engineering culture is like at Cal Poly and how it may produce contrasting experiences and perceptions for underrepresented engineering students, and more specifically, for women and people of color. By gathering data through a survey and listening to personal narratives from student interviews, I hope to combine data and storytelling elements to create a compelling data journalism and visualization project.</p>
2019-06-14T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/67
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1085
2022-01-25T17:23:14Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
EventHub Application: Sharing Medium for Popup Stores / Events
Hong, Coby
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2021-06-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette, College of Liberal Arts, Liberal Arts of Engineering Studies Department - English
Art and Design
Engineering
React
Full Stack
LAES
Web Development
Design
<p>Creation of Full Stack web application using technologies MongoDB backend, REST API services, and React.JS front end. Web application centered around providing a news feed for local businesses and popup events to post / share their listings on. Users can log on with their Google account to traverse the website.</p>
2021-06-02T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/69
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1087
2022-02-21T16:31:38Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Package Insert Conversions Using Topic-Based Writing
DeBusschere, Emily M.
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BS in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2021-06-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette, College of Liberal Arts, English Department
Technical Writing
XML publishing
content management system
<p>Traditional word processing programs, at least for large companies managing controlled documents, are becoming obsolete. The next leap in the field of Technical Writing is employing Content Management Systems (CMSs). Each concept or topic created in a CMS can be referenced by multiple publications and allows for global changes.</p>
<p>At Cal Poly, through the Liberal Arts & Engineering Studies program, I specialized in Industrial Engineering and Technical Writing. For this senior project, I applied interdisciplinary skills to transfer four of Cepheid’s FrameMaker package inserts into an Extensible Markup Language Content Management System (XML CMS) called Vasont Inspire. The end objective of this conversion project is to cut down work time, allow for easier peer-review, prevent duplicate or rework, maintain industry standards, and optimize the translation process.</p>
2021-06-16T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/70
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1088
2021-06-21T16:30:49Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Andeta
Han, Zixuan
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BS in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2021-06-01T07:00:00Z
Michael Haungs, College of Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering Department
Interactive fiction
Storytelling
Game design
interdisciplinary studies
<p>Andeta is an interactive novel created to explore the proper balance between story depth and player freedom when gamifying fiction. By putting the reader inside of a short story and letting the reader decide how they want to act when presented with various situations, Andeta changes and reacts accordingly to the reader’s decisions.</p>
2021-06-17T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/68
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1090
2022-03-22T15:56:51Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
A Date With Cheemis: Bullying in the Virtual Space
Nolasco, Nicholas Roger
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BS in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2022-03-01T08:00:00Z
Michael Haungs, College of Liberal Arts, Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Department
Game Design
Other Computer Engineering
Screenwriting
VRChat
Metaverse
Anti-Bullying
Story Telling
VR
Game Design
<p><em>A Date With Cheemis</em> is an alternative game mode for the social platform VRChat designed in the Unity real-time 3D development platform. The project is an experience where the player meets many non-playable characters (NPCs) and makes decisions based on different scenarios. The game tells the story of a VRChat user named Cheemis who is bullied for the avatar they use and how they interact with other characters. The player must make choices of how to react to the way the NPCs treat Cheemis, whether that be defending him or being a bystander. This experience is only available through the PC version of VRChat and can be played both in VR or with a mouse and keyboard.</p>
2022-03-16T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/72
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1091
2022-03-21T16:42:30Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Memory Surf: The Surfing App
Sison, Lorenzo Quaid
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BS in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2022-03-01T08:00:00Z
Michael Haungs, College of Liberal Arts, Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Department
Other Engineering
mobile app
surfing
ux
web app
user experience design
<p>Surfing has a very special place in my heart—my dad taught me, my younger brother, and my younger sister at a young age. Since then, the sport has deeply enriched my appreciation for nature and allowed me to better connect with friends.</p>
<p>One late afternoon I was sitting in the water on my board with two of my best friends, watching the rich sunset colors melt into the water; a sea otter was floating on his back next to us, cracking a shell open on his stomach. Then, suddenly, a few feet away, we saw a pod of dolphins leap out of the water one after the other. Experiencing that beauty alongside my best friends brought me to tears. I was so thankful. Surfing constantly creates thrilling and joyful experiences—from being shot through a glassy barrel of water, to watching a beautiful sunset alongside friends as a pod of dolphins majestically bobs in and out of the water only a few feet away.</p>
<p>As I spent more time surfing and moments like these began to accumulate, I had a problem—the beautiful memories from each session blended together, and key details from each session were forgotten. I raised my problem to surfers across the Bay Area, San Luis Obispo, and online, hoping that someone had a solution. Some virtual surfing journal or website to capture my highlights from each session. I discovered many surfers had the same problem but were lacking a solution.</p>
<p>There are a handful of well-designed, useful surfing apps today. Although they serve the same customer, they address a different problem—these products are datadriven and primarily used to forecast surf reports rather than capture memories from surfing sessions.</p>
<p>This realization set me off on a path to developing Memory Surf—my app for the surfing community designed to capture beautiful surfing moments, encourage people to surf more often, and deepen each individual’s connection with the surfing community.</p>
2022-03-21T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/71
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:arcesp-1202
2022-06-10T15:21:58Z
publication:archsp
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:arcesp
publication:seniorprojects
Sage Garden Pavilion Shade Structure
Karroum, Anthony Razouk
Bermudez, Manuel
Kilbride, Matthew
Holt, Sarah
Martineau, Marisa
Architectural Engineering Department
BS in Architectural Engineering
2022-06-01T07:00:00Z
Ed Saliklis, College of Architecture and Environmental Design, Architectural Engineering Department
Architectural Engineering
Architectural Technology
Construction Engineering and Management
Structural Engineering
Parametric Design
Shell Structures
Construction
Connection Design
<p>Form finding, testing, and construction of funicular double-layered shells in an interdisciplinary format with a focus on designing a shade structure for the San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden Children’s Pavilion. In the process, challenges such as connection design, materiality, storage, and more are explored and refined in relation to shell structures.</p>
2022-06-08T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/arcesp/174
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1095
2022-06-15T14:55:27Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Solar Powered Electric Bicycle
Debruynkops, Joseph Kent
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BA in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2022-06-01T07:00:00Z
Michael Haungs, College of Liberal Arts, Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Department
Other Electrical and Computer Engineering
electric bike
solar
vehicle
<p>A solar-powered electric bike that is useful for college students.</p>
2022-06-11T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/74
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1096
2022-06-13T16:28:39Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Lumira
Magon, Taylor Ann
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BS in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2022-06-01T07:00:00Z
David Gillette, College of Liberal Arts, Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Department
Film Production
Industrial Engineering
sustainable
interactive
Frost Center
ET Studios
production
technology
<p>As LAES moves into the new Frost Center, we want to showcase the capabilities of its Expressive Technology (ET) Studios space with an interactive experience in hopes to collaborate, innovate, and spark ideas for the future of the program.</p>
2022-06-11T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/73
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1097
2023-01-06T16:59:59Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
An Exploration Into the Design of a Portable Music Player for People With Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Silva, Jaxon V.
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BS in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2022-12-01T08:00:00Z
David Gillette, College of Liberal Arts, Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Department
Cognitive Science
Disability Studies
Ergonomics
Industrial and Product Design
Interdisciplinary Arts and Media
Other Anthropology
Other Engineering
Science and Technology Studies
Social Work
Music Player
Alzheimer's
CoDesign
Human-Centered Design
<p>An exploration into the design of a portable music player for people with Alzheimer's and dementia.</p>
2022-12-12T08:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/75
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1099
2023-04-03T17:13:22Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Reflect to Connect
Guzules, Sophia Rae
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BS in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2023-03-01T08:00:00Z
Benjamin David Lutz, College of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Department
Engineering Education
Other Mechanical Engineering
statics
video
motivation
inspire
research
Utility Value Intervention
<p>Engineering statics is an important course and a prerequisite for many subsequent courses for many engineering majors. It is often students’ first exposure to technical engineering sciences. Most statics concepts are addressed in ways disconnected from students’ prior experiences and interests. Utility Value Interventions (UVIs) have been employed in fields like biology and chemistry to help students connect concepts in class and their lives outside the classroom. However, UVI usage in engineering so far has been limited. In this Senior Project paper, I will describe the process that the team Critical Research in Engineering and Technology Education (CREATE) and I used to translate UVI findings into motivational and interest-generating video modules for students in statics. I then explore themes in student feedback from pilot testing of this content. We designed these videos intending to help students make connections between statics concepts and themes found in our research. For our pilot study, I distributed the video module collection to students and faculty of all major disciplines. I used a quantitative questionnaire to investigate perceptions of usefulness, relevance, and potential to motivate or generate greater interest in statics concepts (e.g., “This video has the potential to help students become more interested in [statics concept]”). I collected data related to perceptions of the usefulness and helpfulness of the videos, as well as qualitative data in the form of free response prompts that ask respondents to provide more details or explanations for their responses (e.g., “Please describe what you find [interesting/confusing/exciting] about this video.”) I performed a descriptive analysis of our quantitative findings and leverage our qualitative data to help explain and offer a deeper understanding of our quantitative findings. This research will provide insight into what aspects, if any, of the motivational videos’ respondents perceived as helpful for making connections between statics concepts and their lives outside the classroom. Importantly, I used our findings to suggest revision plans and enhancements to the video modules to increase their potential for interest and motivation. By offering intentional opportunities and content for students to make connections between statics and their lives outside of the classroom, we hope to increase motivation and interest for students who might be struggling to make these connections on their own and ultimately become more engaged with the concepts themselves.</p>
2023-03-27T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/76
oai:digitalcommons.calpoly.edu:laessp-1100
2023-07-07T16:48:27Z
publication:laessp
publication:research
publication:students
publication:seniorprojects
Practical Podcasting: A Technical Guide to Producing Studio-Quality Podcasts
Sarmiento, Jacob
Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Program
BS in Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies
2023-06-01T07:00:00Z
Michael Haungs, College of Engineering, Liberal Arts and Engineering Studies Department
Music Theory
Other Engineering
Other Music
Radio
Signal Processing
<p>Podcasting exists at the intersection of the technical aspects of audio engineering and disciplines such as journalism and story-telling. Podcasts at KCPR, the student radio station, cover a wide range of topics including the soundscape of the DIY music scene in San Luis Obispo (SLO) on SLO-Fi, the intricacies of navigating SLO on Cal Poly 101, the best of Cal Poly Athletics on The Gallop, and the voices of underrepresented populations on campus on Different Matters. KCPR utilizes podcasts to entertain and inform its audience of the various experiences possible as a Cal Poly student. As a student-run entity, KCPR depends on the student body for volunteers to produce and host podcasts for the station. Incoming podcast producers may come from various audio production backgrounds ranging from beginner to experienced. Despite this, there is no formal training for these incoming students. Practical Podcasting endeavors to provide a basic background into the more technical aspects of podcasting by teaching users fundamental techniques and Sarmiento 2 processes for recording, mixing, mastering, and production. In comparison to existing resources for these audio disciplines, Practical Podcasting consolidates information often found scattered across different sources into one document that will level the playing field, such that all podcast producers have an understanding of the fundamentals of these audio disciplines. With this knowledge, it is the hope that the podcasts produced by KCPR will be able to compete with professional podcasts in terms of audio quality.</p>
2023-06-29T07:00:00Z
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/laessp/77