Coordinating Lab Resources for a Project-Based MEMS Course

In order to evaluate the effectiveness of teaching technique in Rochester Institute of Technology's EMCR870-microelectromechanical systems course, the authors conducted a survey to evaluate this course . The student's answers are classified based on their previous background. Preliminary data shows that students with previous work experience are more likely to be successful in this type of teaching setting while those without it seem to struggle but benefit the most. Surveys have also been sent out to alumnae of the course to assess how this type of teaching setting has helped them in their current jobs. Results of these surveys were presented.