2016 IEEE EnCON
IEEE - Central Indiana Section Presents
2016 EnCON - ENGINEERING CONFERENCE
November 05, 2016
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Holiday Inn Indianapolis Airport
8555 Stansted Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46241
Topics covered:
Drones
Power Generation
Renewables
Autonomous Vehicles
Entrepreneurship
Career Development
Contact Info
Bob Evanich
b.evanich@ieee.org
(317) 614-5744
David Koehler
david.koehler@ieee.org
(317) 441-2076
Why EnCon?
Applied Learning
EnCON - Engineering Conference provides participants with a unique learning experience with topics on the cutting-edge of technical innovation today. This unique conference is not only geared towards practicing engineers, but also students and retired engineers. This is an excellent opportunity for networking, knowledge sharing and professional development.
Networking
The material will be presented by some of the industry leaders. Whether you're just starting a career or have been practicing for many years, this year's program will give the attendees the skills necessary to find a job or help keep them competitive in today’s ever changing business world.
Please join us to enhance your current knowledge and skill set and further your career.
| Time | Saturday - November 05, 2016 | ||
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| Location | Holiday Inn Indianapolis Airport : 8555 Stansted Rd. Indianapolis, IN 46241 | ||
| 7:15 - 8:00 AM | Registration and Breakfast | ||
| 8:00 - 9:00 AM | Opening Session and Plenary Speaker (1.0 PDH) The Myths and Magic of Autonomous Cars Mr. Vincent Socci, LHP Engineering Solutions |
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| Track 1: Autonomous Vehicles TBD Room |
Track 2: Renewable Energy TBD Room |
Track 3: Career TBD Room |
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| 9:00 - 10:30 AM | TBD (1.5 PDH) Mr. Nate Cooper Energy Systems Network |
TBD (1.5 PDH) Mr. Patrick Maguire Indianapolis Power and Light |
Resumes and Cover Letters, for students (1.5 PDH) Dr. Tarek Ladhiri IEEE PACE, General Motors, LLC |
| 10:30 - 11:00 AM | Break | Networking | Student Posters | ||
| 11:00 - 12:30 PM | Technology and Background of Autonomous Vehicles (1.5 PDH) Prof. Sohel Anwar Indiana University Purdue University at Indianapolis |
Power Electronics Converters Integrating Renewable Energy (1.5 PDH) Prof. Euzeli Cipriano dos Santos, Jr. Indiana University Purdue University at Indianapolis |
Job Interview, Offer Negotiation and Networking (1.5 PDH) Dr. Tarek Ladhiri IEEE PACE, General Motors LLC |
| 12:30 - 2:00 PM | Lunch and Networking, with Presentation: Places and Spaces Katy Börner, http://scimaps.org/ |
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| Track 1: Drones TBD Room |
Track 2: Power Grid TBD Room |
Track 3: Entrepreneurship TBD Room |
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| 2:00 - 3:30 PM | (You can attend another session) |
Assessment of an interdisciplinary Smart Grid (1.5 PDH) Prof. J. Eric Dietz & Mr. Anthony Chase Purdue University |
Protecting Intellectual Property (1.5 PDH) Matthew R. Schantz, Esq. Frost Brown Todd LLC |
| 3:30 - 4:00 PM | Break | Networking | Student Posters | ||
| 4:00 - 5:30 PM | Research Applications for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (1.5 PDH) Mr. John Evan Flatt Purdue University |
Large-Scale Electric Energy Storage Integration in Grids Storage (1.5 PDH) Prof. George Gross University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign |
Tech Startup for Beginners (1.5 PDH) Mr. William R. Kassebaum Kassebaum Engineering LLC |
| 5:30 - 6:00 PM | Networking and Student Poster Awards | ||
| Individual Registration | Student | IEEE Life Member |
IEEE Member |
Non IEEE Member |
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| Presenting a Poster Paper |
Not Presenting a Poster Paper |
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| Conference + Breakfast + Lunch + Break Refresments | $75 | $90 | $95 | $130 | $155 |
| Registration Discounts | Discount % | Promo Code | |||
| Early Bird (by September 12 for Non Student) | 15% | EARLYBIRD | |||
| Student Group, inform us of your transportation needs | |||||
| Sponsor (includes one registration for every $250 in sponsorship) | 1ea / $250 | ||||
The Myths and Magic of Autonomous Cars
(Get Abstract)Vince Socci is President of the Platform Division of LHP Engineering Solutions. He leads a team that provides tools and services to accelerate the development of model-based embedded controls for the automotive industry. With over 25 years of experience in aerospace, automotive, power electronics, and medical systems, he has engineering systems in the most complex applications. His specialized areas of interest are embedded controls, model-based-systems, and systems engineering. He holds a BS in electrical engineering, MS in electrical engineering and MBA in technology management. Socci has served on the IEEE Board of Directors, and governing boards of several IEEE societies, SAE, and PMI. He is a certified PMP.
Power Electronics Converters Integrating Renewable Energy Systems
(Get Abstract)Dr. dos Santos received the B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in electrical engineering from Federal University of Campina Grande, Brazil, in 2004, 2005, and 2007, respectively. From 2006 to 2007, he was with Electric Machines and Power Electronics Laboratory, Texas A&M University, College Station, as a Visiting Scholar. From December 2010 to March 2011 he was a visiting professor at the University of Siegen, Germany, sponsored by DAAD/CAPES. From 2009 to 2012, he was with the Department of Electrical Engineering, Federal University of Campina Grande, as a Professor of electrical engineering. Since July 2012 he is with Purdue School of Engineering and Technology, IUPUI as an Assistant Professor. His research interests include power electronics, renewable energy systems and electrical drives. He is a Member of the IEEE Power Electronics Society, IEEE Industrial Electronics Society, IEEE Industry Application Society, and Brazilian Association of Power Electronics. He published two books in power electronics, 45 journal papers, and more than 110 conferences papers.
Technology and Background of Autonomous Vehicles
(Get Abstract)Dr. Anwar received his Ph.D. degree from the University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ in 1995. His dissertation was on Modeling and Predictive Control of Chatter Instabilities in Single Point Turning Processes.
He is a member of ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) and Faculty Advisor for the student branch of SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers). Dr. Anwar conducts research in areas of Advanced Automotive Control Systems, Hybrid / Electric Vehicle Control and Energy Management, Novel Sensor Development, Model Based Traction Battery Diagnostics, Smart Self-folding Structures, Biomedical Device Development, and Wind Turbine Modeling and Control. Dr. Anwar's past and recent research grants include those from US Department of Energy, Indiana Office of Energy and Defense Developments, Cummins Inc., Delphi Corporation, NSK Precision America, Visteon Corporation, and Servo Tech Inc. He is also the recepient of a visiting faculty fellowship from University of Melbourne, Australia. Dr. Anwar has published over 100 technical papers in these areas and holds thirteen US patents related to his research in the above areas. His other research interests include Alternative Energy Propulsion and MEMS.
Large-Scale Electric Energy Storage Integration in Grids with Integrated Renewable Energy Resources
(Get Abstract)George Gross is Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Professor, Institute of Government and Public Affairs, at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His research and teaching activities are in the areas of power system analysis, economics and operations, renewable, demand response and energy storage resource integration, utility regulatory policy and industry restructuring.
His work on smart grid issues has focused on both the technical and the regulatory aspects. The principal areas of involvement include the design of AMI architectures to ensure cyber security, the deployment of AMR for demand response, the integration of demand-side response, renewable and energy storage resources into the grid, flexibility assessment and quantification, and the economics of smart grid implementation. He has co-organized one of the first workshops on the public policy issues in Cyber-Security and Privacy for Smart Grid Technology. His various papers in the smart grid area are highly cited.
Assessment of an Interdisciplinary Smart Grid Training Program: Effects on Student Understanding, Perceptions, and Future Aspirations
(Get Abstract)ANTHONY CHASE is in his 4th year at Purdue and hopes to graduate with his PhD in December 2016. After receiving his MS in chemistry education at Purdue, Anthony began working for the Purdue Homeland Security Institute (PHSI) to support military research initiatives such as the CASPiE course-based research experience at the United States Military Academy. He also was a project coordinator for PHSI's Cadet/Midshipman Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship program. Anthony currently serves as PHSI's assessment/evaluation specialist creating evaluation plans for various projects. He can be reached at chase5@purdue.edu.
Assessment of an Interdisciplinary Smart Grid Training Program: Effects on Student Understanding, Perceptions, and Future Aspirations
(Get Abstract)ERIC DIETZ is a Director in Purdue's Discovery Park, Dr. Dietz is responsible for the catalysis of the Purdue's homeland security research, increasing the impact of Purdue research on society, and organizing interdisciplinary projects within the university. Prior to his current responsibilities, Eric was on loan from Purdue to Governor Mitch Daniels to serve as the founding Executive Director for The Indiana Department of Homeland Security, a new state agency of over 300 people responsible for emergency planning, training, fire and building safety, and disaster response for 6.2 million Indiana residents. During this period, Eric led Indiana's response to 7 Presidential Major Disasters and Emergency Declarations which included restoration and recovery of critical infrastructure. Eric also led the creation of the Indiana Intelligence Fusion Center and the Indiana Fire Training System both new government functions that were created with new laws and funding. Retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel from the U.S. Army in 2004, Dr. Dietz led a number of Army Acquisition and research programs throughout his career including power systems, chemical sensors and command and control systems. Dr. Dietz can be reached at jedietz@purdue.edu.
Tools for Career Management: Resume, Interview, and Networking
(Get Abstract)Dr. Lahdhiri received the degree of MS-EE in Communication Systems in 1990 and the PhD degree in Control Systems in 1995. Dr. Lahdhiri is currently working for General Motors LLC in Warren, Michigan, where he is holding the position of Strategy Leader for Real-Time Control Systems Simulations and Technical Review Board Chair for Electrical Systems and Subsystems Validation within the Global Electrical Department.
Dr. Lahdhiri is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Michigan, licensed ProjectManagement Professional (PMP) by the Project Management Institute (PMI), and Master Black Belt DFSS certified by General Motors LLC.
Dr. Lahdhiri is a Senior IEEE member and has been leading several activities within the IEEE organization. Currently, he is the IEEE Region 4 (Central USA) PACE Chair, Member of the IEEE-USA PACE committee, Member of the IEEE-USA Career Workforce Policy committee (CWPC), and member of the IEEE-USA Employment & Career Service (ECS) Committee.
Dr. Lahdhiri is the recipient of the 2001 IEEE-USA Professional Achievement Award, the 2004 IEEE-USA Professional Leadership Award, the 2007 IEEE-USA Citation of Honor Award, and the 2012 IEEE Region 4 Jack Sherman Award.
Contact Dr. Lahdhiri at lahdhiri@ieee.org
How to Start a Start-up
(Get Abstract)Will is currently the President of Kassebaum Engineering LLC. With over 29 years working in the private and government sectors, Mr. Kassebaum has extensive engineering, executive management, program management and entrepreneurial experience. Will was a co-founder and founding CEO of Algaeon Inc - an Indianapolis based biotechnology startup company. Will is also the co-patent developer of the company's intellectual property. His pioneering work at the Naval Air Warfare Center earned him and his team the prestigious National Performance Review "Heroes Of Government Reinvention" award presented by the Secretary of Defense, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and the Vice President of the United State. While working with private companies such as Escient, OpenGlobe and Gracenote; he has lead teams that developed award winning products. Mr. Kassebaum is also the co-founder of several technology companys. Mr. Kassebaum holds a Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from Purdue University and is a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Indiana. He is a past Chair and Director of the Central Indiana Section of the IEEE. And recently served on the IEEE-USA Board of Directors as Vice President Career & Member Services 2014-15, and as a corresponding member of the Entrepreneurship & Innovation Policy Committee of the IEEE-USA, a Founder and Co-Chair of the Central Indiana Engineering Consultants Network, and is a Past Chair of the Alliance of IEEE Consultants' Networks (AICN), a committee of the IEEE-USA.
Founded in 1907, Olivet Nazarene University has a long history of helping students succeed. With online programs and over 200 cohort locations throughout the Midwest, the School of Graduate and Continuing Studies is proud to open the university’s first regional center in Indiana! On Indy’s northwest side, the Indianapolis Regional Center is located at 7302 Woodland Drive in Indianapolis, IN. Classes will be held online and on-site.
To learn more about Olivet, please visit www.graduate.olivet.edu or contact Cati Lingle at 815.928.5884 or cnlingle@olivet.edu.
Student Poster Contest Details
Send either a 250-word abstract of your academic poster or a design proof to michael.r.hayashi@ieee.org. Abstracts are now due by Monday, October 24 (priority deadline was Friday, October 14). Posters should be a trifold display 36" tall and 48" wide. Mounting options will not be provided by the conference. Any number of undergraduate or graduate students may enter from any institute of higher learning.
Students are encouraged to have entries for their research, course projects, or extracurricular team efforts. The topic of your poster should be something in which you have had a significant involvement. The work should be mature enough so that you can present findings about some portion of the outcomes with clear mention of how much work remains. Posters on topics presented at a difference conference or already published in a peer-reviewed format are permissible. Students with accepted posters will have the cost of registration reduced to $75/person.
Judges will determine the scoring for the student poster contest separately for undergraduate students and for graduate students. Significant praise from conference attendees for a given poster may garner bonus points for those students.
