ASME - Milwaukee Section March Educational Program and Professional Development Webinar
Session 1 - March 20, 2021

(Earn up to 4 PDH Credits Attending Full Program!)

Register Now!ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL REMAIN OPEN THROUGH MARCH 18, 2021!

(NOTE THAT A ZOOM PASSWORD WILL BE EMAILED TO ATTENDEES ON FRIDAY MARCH 19, 2021)

The ASME Milwaukee Section will be holding an educational webinar on Saturday March 20 & 27th, 2021.  Because this is online we have decided to split it up over two Saturdays this year.  Look for a separate registration link for the March 27th webinar.

This is a program put on by the ASME-Milwaukee Section for the benefit of ASME Members and their guests as well as any Professional Engineer.  The day will begin with a welcome at 9:00 am and continue with two 50 minute long presentations.  Attendees will have the opportunity to leave with a certificate for 2 continuing education PDH's for the two topics offered each Saturday that can be used for their Professional Engineer license renewal.  If you are only able to attend one or both presentations, you can register for that and get PDH's for those presentations attended.  However, you must register online on/before March 18, 2021 for the first session.

Below is the Schedule for Session 1

• 9:00-9:05 AM Welcome by Section Chair Scott Kramer
• 9:05-9:10 AM Introduction of Speaker by Seminar Coordinator Subha Kumpaty
• 9:10-10:00 AM Presentation 1: Pneumatic Equipment, Best Practices by Douglas E. Lauer, SMC Corporation
• 10:00-10:05 AM Bio Break
• 10:05-10:10 AM Introduction of Speaker by Subha Kumpaty
• 10:10-11:00 AM Presentation 2 Successful K-12 STEM Outreach by Dr. Mohamed Gharib, Texas A&M, Qatar
• 11:00-11:05 AM Vote of thanks and Adjournment

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PRESENTATIONS

First Presentation Title:  Pneumatic Equipment, Best Practices (1 PDH)

Description:  The presentation covers some of the most common misapplication of pneumatic equipment. Reviewing pneumatic automation applications over twenty-five years, the speaker will examine ways to enhance equipment life, improve run time, and reduce downtime. Practical problem-solving will be shared using customer provided videos and product animations. 

Biography:  Douglas Lauer is currently an Application Specialist at SMC Corporation of America. He has been involved in the application of pneumatic equipment in supporting sales, distribution channels, and the customer’s Technical queries during his entire professional career. He has been a technical trainer for the last 10 years, providing training on product, proper application of equipment, and basic pneumatic technology. His baccalaureate is from Concordia University and he also earned a Certificate from the MSOE Fluid Power Institute.

Second Presentation Title: Successful K-12 STEM Outreach (1 PDH)

 Description:  Pre-college project-based learning programs are essential means to increase the students’ interest toward STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) disciplines and careers. Engineering-based projects have shown significant impact on the students’ interests. In this presentation, case studies from successful STEM programs developed at Texas A&M University at Qatar are presented. These programs were designed to support and enhance students’ learning of science concepts while also increasing students’ understanding of global challenges. With hands-on challenges, modeling, and communication training, students are motivated to tackle problems related to NAE Grand Challenges for Engineering. The common learning objectives in these programs included: teamwork, using proper toolbox skills, understanding what engineering is, the process of brainstorming, creating successful innovative designs, building prototypes, and developing presentation skills. The presentation will highlight the importance of our role in motivating K-12 students for STEM pursuit.

 Biography:  Dr. Mohamed Gharib is an experienced research scientist in mechanical and aerospace engineering with a demonstrated history of research and teaching at several universities. Dr. Gharib is also a STEM program developer and instructor with remarkable achievements in STEM education field including research, planning, developing, integrating, and teaching new and existing STEM programs for K-12 students through university outreach. He has wide experience in designing STEM laboratories including layout, furniture, and equipment. Furthermore, he is the founder and chair for several national STEM based competitions in Qatar, and the coach for several national teams in international competitions.