solving. The escape room exercise was split into a total of two laboratory periods (ca. 4 hours). Teams who did not escape during laboratory period one were given the option to complete the unfinished module, at the end of the first laboratory period, during the time between laboratory period one and laboratory period two. The instructor team used Microsoft Teams to communicate with groups during the exercise, which expedited communications. In addition, we used one instructor and one staff member during the exercise to minimize time that groups waited for assistance. The need for an instructor team is discussed in more detail below.5. Develop a grade scheme. The instructions stated that every group who escaped by the end of the
Technology (FDST) program provide an overview of instrumentation aspectsof ongoing multidisciplinary research efforts in smart farming and precision agriculture[9] led bythe primary author, and the UMES laboratory manager to cover basics of voltmeters, ammeters (including the clamp ammeters), oscilloscopes, Vernier calipers, etc. Experiential and activelearning components are integrated with the course using popular microprocessor-based sensorsand actuator kits and simulation tools. The course objectives have some overlaps with all of the 7outcomes listed by ABET in the Criteria 3 of the new accreditation guidelines [8] but put moreemphasis on the last three.2.0 Course AssessmentThe fall 2021 offering of the Instrumentation (ENGE 380) course was
methods, (2) ability to use engineering analysis in creative design, and (3)ability to apply engineering judgment despite uncertainty and incomplete knowledge. After theproject was completed, informal assessment of the outcomes indicated that some improvementwas needed. The literature strongly suggests that hands-on project work and laboratories are acritical component of engineering education, providing substantial motivation for this work.Several specific features of the project seemed to hinder these educational outcomes, so asignificant overhaul of the project was undertaken to mitigate the technical issues underlyingthese weaknesses. While addressing these concerns, general improvements of the project as aneducational tool were also
fromoutside, or in a public place not very quiet having a lot of elements around that may destroy thefocus of the lecture coming through a little computer/mobile device.Besides misusing the advantage of mobility, there are issues with capability of performing someactivities through online meeting sessions. For example, courses that require hands-on practicesand practical exercises, such as computer programming, mobile application development,biology-physics-chemistry laboratory works, electrical engineering laboratory works, are stillfacing this challenge of teaching in a remote setup. Although, some innovative ideas are inventedby recent studies to mitigate this lacking by proposing virtual laboratories 3 4 , this shortcoming isstill present since
physical laboratory for our electric machines course uses workstations populated by modularElectromechanical System (EMS) equipment in the Festo LabVolt Series [6]. Although thissystem employs PC-based instrumentation, it is not suitable for unattended remote access. Festoalso offers its Electromechanical Systems Simulation Software (LVSIM-EMS) [7], whichemulates the equipment in our workstations and serves as an ideal candidate for unattendedremote access. Our objective—once this simulator had been located—was to use it to build asynchronous, team-oriented lab.BackgroundOur first step on this quest was to specify what the system we were seeking would need to do: A. Provide simultaneous access to a separate instance of a licensed simulator to
responsibility [23]. Thus, anexperimental learning framework is a great teaching method if educators could implement it usingVRT as a proxy. 2.2 Virtual reality in educationVirtual Reality technologies have already lent themselves to many implementations in K-12schools, tertiary education, research laboratories, and collaborative programs across academia. ForK12 education, VR tools are commonly used for visualizing geometry-shape in math class, solarsystem and planets in earth science, historical sites around the world in history and geographyclass, organs and animal habitats in biology, and molecular bonds in chemistry. It can help putclass materials into perspective, magnify small elements, and shrink large systems. Beyond the K12program, the
understanding and training in this manner will help reinforcetheir newly developed statistics skills.In an effort to reduce student anxiety, the majority of the assignment grade was attributed tocompletion. However, a student’s grade on the assignment was negatively affected if theydemonstrated minimal or weak effort on the assignment.Assessment PlansTo evaluate the value and efficacy of this intervention, we are evaluating numerous factorswithin the course and effects on downstream courses in which statistical analysis is a key part ofstudent assessment. This includes assessing the students across a multi-course sequence, whichincludes two of our laboratory courses in Systems Physiology (following semester) and TissueCulture (following academic year
development of laboratory apparatus and experiments in the areas of mechanics of materials and dynamics of machinery for undergraduate engineering programs. He has advised on over forty (40) Senior Design Projects and his teams of students have received five (5) National Championships and three Best Design Awards. In the recent years, he has challenged himself with the creation of an effective methodology for successful Invention and Innovation. He was part of a 14-member multi-disciplinary team to design and create the "Society, Ethics, and Technology (SET)" course at TCNJ in 1994 and has taught multiple regular and Honors sections of this course since then. He led a multi-disciplinary team of faculty from TCNJ's School of
frequent feedback on their performance. The students also had four laboratoryassignments, three mid-term examinations, and a final examination. Figure 1: Screenshots of Asynchronous Video Examples for Mechanics of MaterialsSoil Mechanics and Foundation DesignSoil Mechanics and Foundation Design (CE371) is a 3.5 credit hour course required for all 3rdyear civil engineering majors. The course covers the physical properties and strength of soil,effective stress, soil compaction, consolidation, flow rate through soil, and design of earthretaining structures. The course has eight laboratories integrated throughout the course. In theSpring of 2021, the instructor of CE371 decided to transition the course to a flipped classroom toguarantee
technological advancesin the construction industry. Korman and Simonian [3] created a curriculum to teachimplementation of construction coordination processes using BIM software. They used MEPcoordination laboratory exercise in order to enhance student learning. Palomera-Arias & Liu [4]developed a BIM based laboratory exercises for the MEP Systems course. They developed somesimple exercises on Autodesk Revit so students can create a Mechanical, Plumbing, and FireProtection models having the 2D plans in hand. Table 1: Percentage of Construction Related ABET-Accredited Programs Requiring MEP Course No. of ABET Percentage of
. • Implementation: Students completed three brief (300-500 word) reflective pieces that introduced different elements of safety education. Reflective pieces were also positioned as opportunity for students to practice their technical writing – a key learning objective of the course. 1. Review an accident: Students were asked to watch a CSB video “Experimenting with Danger” (CSB, 2011) that described three academic laboratory incidents that resulted in catastrophic outcomes. Students were asked to draw upon their experience and knowledge about safety to reflect on how safety elements (e.g., behavior) common to the three examples contributed to the safety incident. 2. Hazard assessment
to which these students (a) felt supported and were provided resources by theirprofessors/instructors to adapt to school changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic, (b) perceivedtheir professors/instructors as effective academic leaders, and (c) needed additional help andsupport from their professors/instructors (Figure 1) [6]. Due to the imposed COVID-19 restrictions, the second half of the semester across theengineering college was conducted through virtual delivery mode. This included use of videoconferencing for lectures, laboratory classes, and student advising. In the case of lecture classes,the most common way of delivery was through the synchronous virtual instruction, whilelaboratory sessions were a combination of synchronous (e.g
reporting procedures, and how to ensurea safe and respectful environment. Students then met with their mentors and dispersed. A welcomeevent hosted by ICRU for all undergraduate summer programs on campus was canceled due toconcerns about COVID-19.Curriculum Design: Three workshops were hosted each week as described below. Workshopmaterials and scheduling information were provided to the participants through the University ofIowa’s online course website, ICON. All students were enrolled in the REU ICON course website,which also facilitated the positing of program announcements.• Introduction to Computing Workshop: This 2-hour workshop was held each Tuesday at 10:00 AM in a computer laboratory and introduced the students to the basics of high
McMaster University.James A. Kearns (Associate Professor) © American Society for Engineering Education, 2022 Powered by www.slayte.com Using a Hyflex Learning Format in a Second-year Mechatronics CourseAbstractThis evidence-based practice paper details a Hyflex learning format used in a second-yearMechatronics course for Mechanical Engineering majors. At York College of Pennsylvania,Mechatronics introduces second-year Mechanical Engineering students to essential aspects ofelectronics and instrumentation through experiential hands-on learning. Students regularlyconduct laboratory exercises and work on short projects as they learn
, and sensible versus latentheat. In this paper, we outline the development of a low-cost evaporative cooler, suitable for usein a typical, non-laboratory classroom setting, provide initial performance data for the module,and detail classroom activities and assessment questions used during a pilot implementation toevaluate improvements in student understanding of principles related to the evaporative cooler.Design of the Evaporative Cooler LCDLMDuring the design phase of the evaporative cooler, several design considerations were used toselect a final design. We desired that: 1. The module be low-cost (approximately the cost of a textbook) 2. The module be highly visual to allow observation of flow and the porous media 3
-property relationship of polymeric materials. The course is a lecture course withlaboratory sessions to help students understand the fundamental concepts in which will beapplied in the laboratory with 3D printing. The course is offered in the spring semester servingapproximately 15 chemical engineering students. By introducing 3D printing as a class project,students will be able to 1. Think critically and analyze the literature in the 3D printing area. 2. Identify 3D model files, such as, STL files. 3. Modify 3D model files and understand design parameters regarding part quality. 4. Gain skillset to create new objects using the aid of computers, for example, TinkerCAD. 5. Compare finished products using different 3D printing and the
Paper ID #38093Learning Outside of the Classroom - Applying a Design,Development, and Testing Exercise to Augment the Early-Stage Undergraduate Aerospace and Mechanical EngineeringExperienceFrancisco Bueno Francisco Bueno is an undergraduate student majoring in Aerospace Engineering and a concentration in Mechanical Engineering. He studies at Parks College of Engineering, Aviation, and Technology of Saint Louis University. He has been a part of AirCRAFT laboratory since Spring 2021, where he is team captain for the AUVSI AUS competition. His current vision is to follow a Master's program after finishing his
, andteacher engagement [10]. Accordingly, several researchers in multiple engineering fields havebeen working on diverse applied learning techniques attempting to improve the engineeringcurriculum and thus enhance the students’ learning experience.Educators started incorporating hands-on teaching activities into STEM courses by utilizinginteractive educational tools like modular educational demonstrators to improve STEM educationand introduce students to engineering design concepts [11] [12]. Studies show that educationaldemonstrators, e.g., hydraulic remotely controlled vehicles, robotic cars, Etc., can reinforcestudents’ learning through integrating hands-on labs into the laboratory curriculum [13]. Sucheducational demonstrators have been
careerpath instead of completely dropping out of school. Therefore, the course pedagogy combinedlecture-type sessions with a learning activity. The learning activities could vary fromconstruction or industry site visits, lab practices, experiential learning, role-model activities,among others [37]–[41]. In general, the learning activities throughout this course aimed toprovide students with the opportunity to have hands-on experience with laboratories, connectwith the industry through site visits and role playing, understand the application of their theorylessons and their involvement with academic student chapters to connect with upper-levelstudents—tutoring and mentorship.ResultsThe following sections presents the outcome of the course design
work represents learningtools for IoT concepts that were intended for a traditional (non-remote) course. Although at thetime of its publication the laboratory was not yet implemented, its content shows hands-onexercises for the laboratory. Jones describes the design of a hardware kit and laboratoryexercises to offer students hands-on experiences with embedded systems as well as IoT [6].Remote learning was not targeted in this application. In their 2021 survey paper on IoT ineducation, Ronoh et al. recommend that IoT courses should have practical skills as one of thelearning outcomes, which can be successfully achieved via problem-based learning (PBL) [7].The authors’ findings support that IoT is conducive to cooperative learning, and can
year after the submitted request for a visit. A team is formed through a CEABconsisting of a chairman, a deputy, and several members to carry out specific tasks. Anotherteam of visitors is also formed by CEAB with the approval of the university. The Universitymust send CEAB an integrated file regarding the program for which accreditation is requested.This file is submitted not less than six weeks prior to the specific visit. The visit lasts 3 full days.The first day is dedicated to meet the visiting team and check the files that have been deliveredfor accreditation. Each course of the developed curriculum has an integrated file that includes thecourse contents of the material, lectures, assignments, examinations, laboratories, learningexpected
experiences focusingspecifically on the characteristics that are related to students’ curiosity and motivation. The datacollection of this study was conducted in the 2021-2022 academic school year, consisting ofthree measures: interviews, surveys, and observations. Differentiated interviews were conductedwith both professors and students in the Engineering School including questions regarding classand lab experience, curiosity, uncertainty, and motivation. Observations were conducted in boththe class and laboratory settings, with observation notes focused on curiosity and uncertaintypromotion and suppression. This paper analyzes data from the student interviews from fall 2021.All authors developed the interview, survey, and observations measures
. Applicants were required to submit theirtranscript, resume, and a brief (1 paragraph) personal statement. Participants were selected basedon their performance in relevant introductory engineering courses—Computer-aided Design(CAD), Statics, and Mechanics of Materials—and their previous laboratory/research experience.Priority was given to those students without any previous laboratory/research experience orexposure to 3D printing in order to provide new opportunities. As an extra curricular activity,careful attention was paid to the student’s ability to take on additional obligations in what isalready a demanding semester (18 credit hours). Each participant was paid hourly for their effortsup to 10 hours per week.The 3D3 Competition comprises four 3
completion. In the past, these senior design activities took place at differentinstructional laboratories, thus, limiting opportunities for industry-sponsored projects asstudents work as interdisciplinary teams within various Engineering Technology fields. The CIDallows project activities in one facility, so that student teams are able to conduct applied designprojects and applied research involving industry partners focusing on real-life projects.Therefore, project activities are not influenced by laboratory schedules in instructionallaboratories. Further, having these activities in one place promote more interdisciplinary workamong design/project teams. The Center advances applied research, design projects, andfosters innovation.The mission of the
forms of interdependence. These views of how expertise operates in team5settings treat expertise as something that is both easily identifiable within individuals and roles,and something that can be applied discretely to a particular task or problem. Indeed, over timedisciplines, professions and roles become affiliated with particular forms of expertise and assertjurisdiction over particular tasks and work roles (Abbott, 1988). However, these frameworks regarding the utilization of expertise in group settings relyupon assumptions about the practice of expert work that may not match how individuals operatein STEM laboratory settings. These perspectives start from a common fundamental assumptionthat experts know and/or have the tacit
constant and cyclic marine environment to determine thecorrosion performance of materials and coatings. The ACT chamber is light weight, table-top,fully programmable, and safe to operate in laboratory environment, and therefore, preferred overcommercially available ACT chambers.IntroductionCorrosion of metal components in infrastructure, automobiles and aircraft is estimated to cost theglobal economy $2.5T annually [1]. It is estimated that by properly applying corrosion testingand protection this preventable deterioration could be reduced by up to 35% or $875B [1].Failure to identify the root cause of corrosion, or even how a specific material corrodes can resultin ultimate failure of the material during service. This could lead to catastrophic
Throughout the Engineering Curriculum Paper presented at 2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access, Virtual Online . 10.18260/1-2--35548Boettger, R.K., & Lam, C. (2013, December 1). An Overview of Experimental and Quasi-Experimental Research in Technical Communication Journals (1992–2011). IEEE Transactions On Professional Communication 56(4), 272 - 293.Carnasciali, M., & Dieckman, E. A., & Orabi, I. I., & Daniels, S. D. (2020, June), A Three-course Laboratory Sequence in Mechanical Engineering as a Framework for Writing in the Discipline. Paper presented at 2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access, Virtual Online. 10.18260/1-2—34077.Deng, Z., & Jalloh, A. R., & Mobasher, A., & Rojas
from PUIs forenrollment in graduate programs in bioinformatics, bioengineering, or related fields; (4) fosterexisting collaborations and develop new research collaborations between the PI at the Universityof San Diego (USD) and scientists at the Science for Life Laboratory (SciLifeLab) in Sweden;and (5) develop a diverse cohort of globally engaged scientists/engineers that seek careeropportunities and collaborators throughout the world. This paper reports on the first year of thegrant.Program preparationsThe first year of this program took place during the summer of 2021 from March-August.Program activities included a 6-week virtual training series (March-May), a 1-week in-personpre-departure symposium (June) and a 10-week research experience
students and professors alike.Specifically, in terms of engineering courses, access to resources such as laboratories, institution-specific software, and classroom technologies are severely limited and difficult to replicate forremote settings. New and revised classroom structures have been created to accommodate publichealth concerns while continuing to deliver effective education. Universities have adapted curriculum to be completely virtual or a combination of virtualand in-person learning. The combination of remote and traditional face-to-face learning,sometimes referred to as a hybrid or blended structure, integrates online discussion with limitedin-person class times [1]. Due to reduced capacities in classrooms, groups of students in
Paper ID #37123Dean’s Racial Justice Curriculum Challenge (WIP)Paula Rees (Assistant Dean for Diversity) Assistant Dean UMass Amherst.Scott A Civjan (Professor)Erin Baker (Professor)Promise MchengaHannah WhartonJacqueline E Thornton (Software Developer)Lia Marie CiemnyEsha Ayman UddinSamantha WojdaShannon Roberts Dr. Shannon C. Roberts is an Assistant Professor in the Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Department and the co- director of the Human Performance Laboratory at the University of Massachusetts Amherst (UMass). Prior to joining UMass, she was a technical staff member at MIT Lincoln Laboratory in the Cyber