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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 5

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Srikanth B. Pidugu, University of Arkansas at Little Rock; Ashokkumar Misarilal Sharma; Cody Capocelli

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Wei Vian, Purdue University at West Lafayette

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Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Laboratory Experiment for Improving Understanding of Cold Working in Aluminum CastingsAbstractCold working is applied widely in metal forming when manufacturing metal componentsto improve mechanical properties, reduce energy usage, increase dimensional precision,etc. Understanding this type of technique is valuable to those who design andmanufacture components. As such, cold working is introduced to students of engineeringtechnology (ET) in their first semester at xxxxxx University. To enhance course contentunderstanding and improve learning efficiency, a lab-based group experiment that utilizesa materials-based cold working technique for aluminum castings was designed

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 9

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kuldeep S. Rawat, Elizabeth City State University; Mehran Elahi, Elizabeth City State University; Bijandra Kumar

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– (i) increasednumber of historically underserved students from rural NENC who are interested in pursuingtechnical careers with DOE/national laboratories and energy-specific careers, (ii) promoteinstitutional partnerships for collaborative efforts in strengthening the future energy workforce.The renewable energy education and training supported efforts to engage underservedcommunities and foster greater inclusion of underrepresented groups in energy-related researchand the workforce.Methodology and ApproachNortheastern NC has long suffered the effects of poverty and has lacked the opportunities formost students to encounter the 21st Century workplace that is readily accessible in more urbanareas of the state. However, with the recent growth in

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 7

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Israa Azzam, Purdue University ; Farid Breidi, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Peter Soudah

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technologies being created and added to our everyday lives despite theongoing mere theoretical and abstract exposure of these advancements to students [3]. Suchtechnological advances can add more expenses to educational institutions that strive to integratejob market applications in a pedagogical setting to expose students to real-world applications.Many educational institutions have been developing new styles and instruction tools that could bereadily integrated into undergraduate engineering laboratories [4]. The role of the laboratory inengineering is to teach students how to extract data for a specific design, analyze a new device,and discover a new piece of information to their knowledge of the world [5]. Capstone projectsare one of the well

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 8

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robin A.M. Hensel, West Virginia University; Emily Spayde, West Virginia University

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roles within higher education; secured over $5.5M funding and support for STEM education research; and led several program development efforts, including: a childcare facility at a federal research laboratory, STEM K-12 teacher training programs, a Molecular Biology/Biotechnology master’s degree program at a small internationally-focused teaching institution, as well as a first-year engineering program and a B.S. Engineering Technology degree program at an R1 research institution. She has been recognized for her teaching, advising, and service, and as an Exemplary Faculty Member for Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.Dr. Emily Spayde, West Virginia University Emily Spayde is a teaching assistant professor

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 10

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dalya Ismael, Old Dominion University

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student readiness and contribute to the development of skilled professionalsin the engineering industry. This study provides insights for educators seeking to enhance onlinehands-on learning in engineering education.IntroductionOnline engineering education has seen significant growth in recent years due to advancements indigital technologies and the need for flexible, accessible learning opportunities [1]. However,traditional hands-on engineering courses present unique challenges in the online format. Thesecourses often involve laboratory or project-based work requiring access to specialized equipmentand collaboration with peers, which can be challenging to achieve in an online setting [2]. As aresult, educators are exploring new strategies to

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carmen Cioc, The University of Toledo; Sorin Cioc; Noela A. Haughton, The University of Toledo

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comprised of relatively equal parts of traditional students, transfer students, andnon-traditional students, all bringing a variety of engineering skills and lifelong learningexperiences to the MET program.The Course: The Applied Fluid Mechanics course (MET 4100) is an upper division core coursein the MET program and the second in the sequence on the topic of fluid mechanics. It is a 4-credit hour (ch) course, consisting of a 3ch lecture and a 1ch laboratory, offered in person, oncampus. To increase the accessibility to the lectures for the students not able to attend some ofthe lectures in person, either due to COVID or work-related issues, the authors developed thecourse closer to a blended experience than a traditional course, using the

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 3

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Greg Murray, Pittsburg State University; Jeanne H. Norton; Dan Spielbusch

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are accreditedby the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). This accreditationprovides assurance that our ETECH programs meet the quality standards of the profession forwhich that program prepares graduates.Engineering and engineering technology are separate but closely related professional areas thatdiffer in some areas (Thomas, n.d.). ETECH courses stress the application of technicalknowledge and methods in the solution of practiced engineering problems. Engineering coursesstress the underlying theory of the subject matter. In ETECH programs, laboratory activities arean integral component, including the study of practical design solutions, manufacturingtechniques, and evaluation techniques for industrial type problems

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 5

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kenny Fotouhi, University of Maryland Eastern Shore; Mahdi Joseph Fotouhi, University of Maryland Eastern Shore; Joel Michael Tomlinson, University of Maryland Eastern Shore

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students to gainknowledge during the step-by-step project performance from beginning to completion. Thiswould allow them to build confidence, a sense of accomplishment, and ownership and makesthem prepared and ready for taking the next design course in the following semester.The highlight of this paper demonstrates challenges and accomplishments of students andfaculty performing a hands-on design project during the COVID-19 pandemic. As manyengineering and technology courses rapidly transitioned to online or distance learning modality,the struggle to generate the same active learning environment online was challenging. Afterstudents returned to on-campus courses in hybrid or socially distanced laboratories, the learningenvironment was modified to

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 10

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John W Blake P.E., Austin Peay State University

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distance learning tools. These papers not only address experienceswith more traditional classroom formats, but also with laboratories and other activities that werethought to require a face-to-face setting [1-5]. Authors have documented lessons learned andhow to profitably apply these lessons to improve instruction when used with face-to-faceinstruction [6-18]. Several authors have addressed the student perspective [9-11]. The searchresults presented here are by no means exhaustive.While the need for video and other distance learning technologies diminished at someinstitutions, at others a need existed both before and after the pandemic. There is a long-recognized need for programs to reach students who cannot attend classes in a traditional

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 5

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carmen Cioc, The University of Toledo; Sorin Cioc

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, effectiveness, and pedagogical value ofstudent-generated stories in a fluid mechanics course part of the mechanical engineeringtechnology curriculum. This application, which addressed Accreditation Board for Engineeringand Technology (ABET)’s Criterion 3 and Criterion 5c, was implemented in a four-credit hour(ch) senior-level applied fluid mechanics course, with a 3ch lecture and 1ch laboratorycomponent. The course is the second in fluid mechanics’ sequence and covers topics likepipeline systems design, pump selection, flow of air in ducts, lift and drag, etc. The originalinstructional design used a blend of traditional in-class lectures and problem-based learningfocused on project-based and other laboratory exercises.To further improve the students

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 3

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Michael Labyak, Michigan Technological University

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matrix calculations and mass density values in material cards [1].The laboratory portion of the class is set up using a series of instructional labs and assignments.The instructional labs are designed to expose the students to finite element software. Studentsimport geometry, mesh the model, define properties, apply boundary conditions, create a solutionset, and then solve the model. Once the model is solved, the students learn how to display theresults properly. Laboratory assignments are assigned to reinforce the instructional labs and helpstudents learn how solve a given problem by displaying their results in a logical manner andwriting a lab report.The Laboratory ProblemThe first portion of the vibration lab exercise is to perform a modal

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 11

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Qudsia Tahmina, The Ohio State University at Marion; Kathryn Kelley, The Ohio State University; Sandra L. Furterer, The Ohio State University

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fulfilling manufacturers’ needs for skilled engineers.Partnerships with neighboring community colleges and technical schools help to realign theexisting curriculum, develop new courses, and laboratories, and share resources. Thesepartnerships will not only support students but also help colleges develop new certificate orassociate degree programs.Establishing a new engineering technology program that fulfills ABET ETAC requirements is amajor undertaking not only for the administration but also for the faculty and staff. There is a hugeresponsibility to develop the curriculum and assessment tools to meet the program objectives,achieve student outcomes and satisfy the university requirements. All regional campuses of thisinstitution are uniquely co

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Junkun Ma, Sam Houston State University; Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University; Reg Recayi Pecen, Sam Houston State University; Marc Casper, Association for Computing Machinery; Austin Wayne Weirich

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established in a nursery setting, sold for planting, andestablished in the ground, these PNs can become widely dispersed by a number of factors,including machinery, handheld planting equipment, the movement via shoes and clothing, themovement of soil, and many other mechanisms. Timely inspection and detection are critical tothe control of these PNs.PN diagnostics are difficult via visual inspection by host plant symptoms, andmolecular/laboratory diagnostics are typically time-consuming and costly. Visual inspection ofplant roots may destroy healthy plants and plant tissue. The need to develop new innovativeways and equipment to detect cyst nematodes is crucial. This paper presents an in-progressproject to develop an innovative portable minirhizotron

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 9

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jeritt Williams, Illinois State University

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utilize cobots in preparing future workforce-ready graduates.Engineering Technology faculty at Illinois State University redeveloped an existing IntegratedManufacturing Laboratory (IML) to include five industrial cobots to be used concurrently withfive six-axis articulated industrial robots in an undergraduate-level, applications-focused roboticssystems integration course. This paper describes the rationale for deploying industrial cobots intoa traditional industrial robotics systems integration course. It describes the lab redevelopmentprocess, provides initial assumptions and early observations, and discusses lessons learned todate. The next steps for research and practice are also outlined.BackgroundThe IML was initially established in 2007

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 4

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kelly Korzeniowski

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thetheoretical background necessary to provide a meaningful opportunity for students to performanalysis in the laboratory portion of the class. The purpose of this activity is to bring students toa common level of proficiency so that they can perform an iterative engineering designexperiment investigating the performance of a small vertical axis wind turbine, VAWT.BackgroundBeing mindful of how students acquire knowledge, Turns and Van Meter [1] discuss teachingmethods to improve problem solving, informed by cognitive science. Part of the objective of thisintroduction to engineering and technology course is to show students that engineers work tosolve concrete problems and improve solutions. For many of the students, they are embarking onthe first step

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 10

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Susan Scachitti, Purdue University Northwest; James B. Higley P.E., University of Dayton

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for $300 for any individual student research projectand $600 funding support for teams of two or more students. This funding option is alsoavailable for any individually initiated student capstone project. Some examples of successfulindividual student projects that were funded from these sources include developing, designingand building a plastic shredding machine and a platic molding machine. Student initiated projectsthat require funding beyond what the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs allots are usuallysupplemented by the students themselves.Funding for faculty-initiated projects requires yet another funding approach as these projects areusually developed for use by the ET department for future research or laboratory work. Someexamples

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 7

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Maher Shehadi, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)

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performed by senior year students offer a rich environment to apply conceptswhere students may apply concepts and knowledge gained throughout their college experience.This paper examines project-based learning (PBL) implementation in a capstone project course sequencein the School of Engineering Technology at Purdue University. The course structure is designed tomotivate students and engage them throughout a two-semester long project. Various sources wereidentified to select proper topics for the different teams. These sources include partners from industry,community foundations, local authorities and companies. Other sources could be research topics withprofessors in the same institute or other research laboratories. The projects are designed with

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lili Ma, New York City College of Technology; Yu Wang, New York City College of Technology; Chen Xu, New York City College of Technology; Xiaohai Li, New York City College of Technology

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these projects will help other educators develop ROS-based simulation projects as part of a course or a stand-alone course for teaching robotics.IntroductionThe Robot Operating System (ROS) has gained wide currency for creating working robotic sys-tems, initially in the laboratory and then in industry. The primary programming environment forthose working on ROS includes C++, Python, or Java. MathWorks recently released its RoboticsSystems Toolbox and ROS Toolbox. Using MATLAB to interact with robotic simulators (suchas Gazebo) and physical ROS-compatible robots (such as TurtleBot) becomes a new option. Theexisting toolboxes in MATLAB enable the development and verification of robotic control algo-rithms more quickly. Though it is

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 3

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Megan Prygoski, Purdue University at West Lafayette (Polytechnic)

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learning [4, 5]. Unfortunately, not allfeedback is productive and many students do not view feedback without prompting. Trueproductive feedback will not only enhance student learning within a course, but will also readystudents for lifelong learning [6].In order to gauge student competencies, some form of assessment must be carried out, thefeedback from which can be crucial. These assessments can be completed at the student level,course level or instructor level and can be quantitative or qualitative. Student level assessmentsevaluate how well a single student has mastered a given topic or skill and can include things likeexams, homework assignments, projects, and laboratory assignments. For the purposes of thispaper, course level assessment will

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dalya Ismael, Old Dominion University; Orlando M. Ayala, Old Dominion University

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his knowledge on simulation of multiphase flows while acquiring skills in high-performance parallel computing and scientific computation. Before that, Dr. Ayala held a faculty position at Universidad de Oriente where he taught and developed courses for a number of subjects such as Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Thermodynamics, Multiphase Flows, Hydraulic Machinery, as well as different Laboratory courses. Additionally, Dr. Ayala has had the opportunity to work for a number of engineering consulting companies, which have given him an important perspective and exposure to the industry. He has been directly involved in at least 20 different engineering projects related to a wide range of industries. Dr. Ayala has

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 11

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Matthew S. Anderson, Austin Peay State University; Alyssa Young, Austin Peay State University

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as the Mechatronics concentration coordinator in the Engineering Tech- nology department. Additionally, he is currently completing the final year of an EdD in Educational Leadership. Other research interests include Industry 4.0, regional workforce development, and gender disparities in the engineering fields.Alyssa Young, Austin Peay State University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 From Grant to Graduates: The Development of a Regionally Unique Siemens Level 3 Mechatronics Engineering Technology ProgramAbstractAs the result of a Department of Defense (DoD) grant in 2017, training and laboratory equipmentwere procured, and a

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 6

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jenna Wong, San Francisco State University; Shah Rukh Humayoun, San Francisco State University; Khanh Nguyen; Yongjian Pan

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-doctoral fellowship at Lawrence National Laboratory focusing on com- putational analysis for nonlinear seismic analysis of Department of Energy nuclear facilities and systems. After joining SFSU in 2016, she established an active research lab at SFSU with a diverse group of under- graduate and Master’s level students. For her engineering education research, she is interested in exploring how to use technology such as virtual reality and 3D printing to enhance student engagement. She is an active member of ASCE, ASEE, and SEAONC.Shah Rukh Humayoun, San Francisco State UniversityKhanh NguyenYongjian Pan ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Reinforcing Human-Technology Interaction Theory

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 7

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Troy Curtis Tonner, Purdue University Fort Wayne

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good example of this occurred at the University of Tennessee in the late 1990s [3]. At theUniversity of Tennessee [3] the two first-year courses were redesigned in response torecommendations of an industrial advisory board and ABET. The result was a FYE programwhich was deemed the “Engage Program”. The first semester course was a non-calculus-basedapproach that focused on computer programming, graphic skills, and problem solving. Thesecond semester course focused more on calculus-based content with emphasis on statics anddynamics. Basic concepts would be presented in a one-hour lecture and the concepts werereinforced during low-tech, hands-on laboratory exercises. Additionally, students would meetwith graduate teaching assistants in a

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 7

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alamgir A. Choudhury, Western Michigan University; Jorge Rodriguez, Western Michigan University; Montasir Mamun Mithu, Western Michigan University

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] Parasiliti, Francesco, and Paolo Bertoldi, eds. Energy efficiency in motor driven systems.Springer Science & Business Media, 2012.[4] Vogelesang, Hans. “Energy consumption in pumps–friction losses.” World Pumps 2008.499(2008): 20-24.[5] Latchoomun, L., et al. “Quantifying the Pumping Energy Loss Associated with Different Typesof Leak in a Piping System.” International Conference on Emerging Trends in Electrical,Electronic and Communications Engineering. Springer, Cham, 2016.[6] Parr, Andrew. “Hydraulic Pumps and Pressure Regulation.” Hydraulics and Pneumatics(2011): 31-49.[7] Love, Lonnie J., Eric Lanke, and Pete Alles. "Estimating the impact (energy, emissions andeconomics) of the US fluid power industry." Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Oak

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 10

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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K. D. Pomeroy, Texas State University; Shaoping Qiu, The Institute of Technology-Infused Learning (TITIL), Texas A&M University; Lei Xie, Texas State University; Malini Natarajarathinam, Texas A&M University; Michael D. Johnson, Texas A&M University

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Industrial Distribution at Texas A&M University. He currently serves as Associate Dean for Inclusion and Faculty Success in the College of Engineering. He is a member of the Engineering Education Faculty at Texas A&M. Prior to joining the faculty at Texas A&M, he was a senior product development engineer at the 3M Corporate Research Laboratory in St. Paul, Minnesota. He received his B.S. in mechanical engineering from Michigan State University and his S.M. and Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Dr. Johnson’s research focuses on engineering education; design tools; specifically, the cost modeling and analysis of product development and manufacturing systems; and computer-aided design

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 6

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ravi C. Manimaran, Department Chair, Engineering Technology, Austin Peay State University; Ali Haider, Austin Peay State University

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traditional structure of lectures and hands-on laboratory sessions. Mostof the program courses are taught in person during the days, in the evenings on the main campus,or in the evenings at the Fort Campbell Center. A number of studies [8], [9], [10] reported that atleast a direct assessment tool is needed to ensure developmental and learning benefits of thestudents in ET demonstrating the workplace competencies. In line with the assessment objective,the University’s administration and faculty practice various assessment tools to ensure that theconstituents they serve are meeting their personal and professional goals upon graduation.Assessment [11] is the systematic collection and analysis of data to advance student learning.Program assessment [12

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 8

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Thomas Lucas, Purdue University; Bhavana Kotla, Purdue Polytechnic Institute, Purdue University; Lisa Bosman, Purdue University

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services.3. Methods3.1 Participants and Study Design The study participants included seven students enrolled in an upper level undergraduatecourse (MFET 37400 Manufacturing Integration I) offered at a satellite campus of a largeresearch-focused university. This campus primarily consists of students in the MidwesternUnited States that intend to remain in the region and join the manufacturing sector of theworkforce upon graduation. Seven students participated in the assignment, consisting of fivemales and two females ranging in age from 18-22. The nature-inspired podcast creation curriculum was implemented over a 16-weeksemester as six modules that occurred concurrently with the regularly scheduled weekly topiclectures and laboratory