Session: K9 Panel: Nanoscale Heat Transfer Education

Paper Number: 112627

112627 - Modern, Interactive Programming Tools for Enhanced Learning and Assessment 

This panel introductory talk will consider the pedagogical advantages and disadvantages of using a Landauer approach in teaching subcontinuum thermal transport, from the point of view of a predominantly self-learner of the subject. Presumably, most of the time will be spent in panel discussion about the current state of pedagogy on this topic, including the various resources available to the learner community and open needs for enhancement and improvement. To this end, the brief talk will also highlight the use of Python via Collab for examples, homework problems, projects, and exams as part of the panel described below.  

Panel on Nanoscale Heat Transfer Education: Nano/microscale heat transfer emerged as an active research field around late 1980s, pioneered by late Professor Chang-Lin Tien along with his mentees and promoted by many distinguished leaders in the heat transfer community. Significant progress has been made in both research and engineering education in this field over the past 30 years. This panel focuses on the educational aspects of nanoscale heat transfer at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, such as the development of textbooks, teaching tools, mentorship, and teaching methods. Panelists will share their experiences and audience will participate in the discussion or ask questions.

Presenting Author: Dr. Timothy S. Fisher UCLA