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The Institute for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Education and Research is pleased to invite you to browse through the case studies developed by the Laboratory for Innovative Technology and Engineering Education, Auburn University (litee.auburn.edu). You can download copies of the case studies from this site. The materials developed by LITEE are based partially upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under grant numbers: 9752353, 9950514, 0001454, 0089036, 0442531, and 0439706. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this web site are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.


Introduction to Engineering with the Use of Case Studies
Teach introduction to engineering using a book that shows application of theories to real-world problems and includes material that have been specifically designed to satisfy the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) 2000 (3a-k) criteria.
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  Introduction to Engineering CD-ROM
This CD-ROM is a supplement to the textbook "Introduction to Engineering with the Use of Case Studies," and incorporates three case study CDs.
Disc: $15.00

  STS 51-L Challenger Design Case Study
Morton Thiokol, Inc. (MTI) had successfully created the Solid Rocket Booster for the NASA Space Shuttle. During a cold day on January 1986, MTI engineers recommended not launching the shuttle. The management wanted to proceed with the launch. What is the ethical action?
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  STS 51-L Challenger Design Case Study CD-ROM
The historical details leading to Challenger accident (from 1971 to 1986) are brought alive using textual materials, photos, and videos.
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Showcasing Engineering Design Principles Using Challenger Example
Introduces the basics of engineering design and illustrates it with a case study based on the Challenger Space Shuttle design.
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  Powertel Case Study
With the introduction of Powertel's 3600 minutes for $40 rate plan, the growth of cellular subscribers jumped 40% in one month. This led to many dropped calls and customer complaints. How to solve this problem?
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  Powertel CD-ROM
This multi-media CD-ROM brings live interviews with managers and engineers who worked on the Powertel case study project. Learn about cell phones, cell site erection, and wireless technologies.
Disc: $15.00

  Wireless Communications Illustrated with Powertel Case Study
Includes basics of team work and telecommunications technologies and illustrates them using the powertel case study.
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Lorn Manufacturing Case Study
The plaintiff in a case is suing the manufacturer of the machine manufacturer since he lost three fingers when cleaning the machinery. On the stand, two highly qualified engineers acting as expert witnesses are testifying, one for the plaintiff, one for the defendant. What is the jury's verdict.
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  Lorn Case Study CD-ROM
Learn how two engineers’ testimony became critical in a legal case. The CD-ROM includes actual depositions from the case and includes information on engineers testifying as expert witnesses.
Disc: $15.00

  Engineering Workforce Communications Illustrated with Lorn Manufacturing Case Study
Includes basic principles that can be applied to all workforce communications and illustrates them with examples from a real-world case study.
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  Engineering Ethics Illustrated Using Lorn Case Study
Illustrates fundamentals of engineering ethics using excerpts from the Lorn Case Study.
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Chick-fil-A Point of Sale System Case Study
Chick-fil-A is moveing from its original Point-of-Sale system to a choice between two new operating systems. The financial impact of this decions is $3.29 million. Decide among the alternatives.
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  Chick-fil-A CD-ROM
CD-ROM describes Chick-fil-A’s decision making process in selecting a new Point of Sale System (POS) based on either Windows NT or Windows CE systems
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  Importance of Operating Systems Illustrated through Chick-fil-A Case Study
Introduces the basics of operating systems, importance of the selection of an operating system and the Chick-fil-A case study.
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  Della Steam Plant Case Study
A turbine-generator unit in a power plant vibrates heavily and shakes the building. Two engineers recommend conflicting solutions. The plant manager had to make a decision that could cost the company millions of dollars.
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Illustrating Engineering Decision Making through Della Steam Plant Case Study
Theories on decision making is illustrated using a case study that describes the decision facing a manager when a turbine-generator vibrated heavily and began to shake the building and coasted to a stop.
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  Team Working Explained Using Della Case Study
Includes principles of effective teams, hands-on activities that can generate team spirit, and Della Steam Plant case study.
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  Superstar Specialties, Inc. Case Study
A company had to allocate resources among 15 R&D projects requiring $7.37 million, whereas only $4.91 million was available. A consultant uses a Decision Support System to help the members of the executive committee make the resource allocation decision.
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  Superstar Case Study CD-ROM
Analyze multiple R&D projects using the spreadsheet based Business/Project analysis tool and make decision on which of the 15 projects will be funded.
Disc: $15.00

 
Use of Spreadsheets in Business: Learning through Real-World Case studies
Describes basics of starting and running a business and illustrates them using the Superstar case study.
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  Mauritius Auditorium Design Case Study
The design of the polyvalent hall at Mauritius was received very well when a U.N. conference was held. But, while preparing for a rock concert, the acoustics in the hall were not found to be satisfactory. How to solve this problem?
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  Mauritius Auditorium Design CD-ROM
This CD-ROM shows the actions a construction company used to solve acoustic problems in a polyvalent hall.
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  International Project Management: Della and Mauritius Auditorium Design case studies
Includes principles of decision making and two case studies that illustrate the importance of project management.
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In Hot Water: A Cooling Tower Case Study
In a nuclear power plant, engineers were faced with two alternative methods for improving the performance of the counterflow natural draft cooling tower. Examine the choices.
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  In Hot Water: A Cooling Tower Case CD-ROM
In a nuclear power plant, engineers were faced with two alternative methods for improving the performance of the counterflow natural draft cooling tower. See the problem come alive using the CD-ROM.
Disc: $15.00

  Crist Power Plant Case Study
You get an opportunity to work with an expert system to choose among multiple alternatives in maintaining a turbine-generator at a power plant. Walk into this exciting case study where you get a hands-on experience with the expert system and work as though you are the plant manager working to solve the $2 million problem.
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  Crist Power Plant Case Study CD-ROM
Learn the technical and project management details involved in planning and implementation of a maintenance project in a power plant and analyze the alternative using Expert Choice.
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Aucnet USA Case Study
This company sold used cars to dealers throughout the United States using a real-time on-line satellite system and is facing stiff competition. Although the quality of the auction was excellent, the prices were higher than the competitors. What technology platform should the company use?
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  AUCNET USA Case Study CD-ROM
Even though Aucnet Japan is successful, AUCNET USA is losing the interest of dealers of used cars from its satellite auto auction process. Help the management analyze alternatives and come up with recommendations.
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  Satellite Auto Auction Explained through AUCNET USA Case Study
The first chapter of the book introduces the reader to the basics of telecommunications. The second chapter details the case of AUCNET USA who has set up a used car sale auction through a sophisticated satellite system in the U.S., but has not been profitable yet.
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  Yuquiyu Motors Design and Information Systems Case Study
Millions of dollars and five years were spent designing a 13 horsepower cool-bore (aluminum) engine. But, it did not pass the emission tests. Also, the information systems used by the engineering department and the manufacturing plant (ERP)did not work together. The product manager was tasked to solve these problems.
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Estudio de Caso de la Planta a Vapor Della
Sam enfatizó que habrían riesgos al tomar la recomendación de Steve. El costo podría llegar a ser $19.5 millones si la unidad fallara durante el reinicio, requiriendo un reemplazo. Si la recomendación de Steve fuese exitosa, Sam podría ser considerado un líder competente, el cual estaba inclinado en probar técnicas innovativas de mantención.
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  Importance of Engineering
Provides examples of the constructive benefits and destructive potential of electrification, automobiles, health technologies, and nuclear technologies. Shows how students can contribute significantly to society by pursuing engineering profession.
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