. Astudy utilized VR technology to simulate a radiotherapy treatment machine for radiotherapystudents. The results showed an improvement in their understanding of technical skills and theirconfidence in applying them [5]. Another study used VR technology to teach students chemistryconcepts and was successful in improving the performance of students having poor spatial ability[6]. In a previously published study [7], we developed VR-based demonstrations for abiomedical engineering laboratory and assessed their effectiveness using surveys containing freeresponses and 5-point Likert scale-based questions. In a cohort of 56 students, more than 70%reported VR videos allowed them more flexibility of pace and understanding of the task while65% of
provide at least three ways forimprovement for each project. To support the students in their evaluation, a grading sheet wasprovided by the teaching faculty. Peer evaluations were considered as part of the final grade forthis exercise.Series Pipeline Systems (Laboratory Exercise)This exercise was done during a session of laboratory, in the computer room, and usingHydroFlo software. The students were asked to solve an assigned series pipeline problem and toinvestigate two additional scenarios, by changing the pipeline material from Steel Schedule 40 tocopper and PVC, while all other parameters are kept constant. The three scenarios werecompared from an economical and societal impact and best option selected (see Appendix 2).HVAC Design (Project
-oriented curriculum model on Renewable Energy Sources (RES) as an important solution to theenergy problem, and training talents with relevant skills and qualities have become a key part oftheir overall energy strategy. Based on Taylor Principle and PDCA Cycle Theory (Plan, Do,Check, Act), this paper proposed a “Student-centered Inquiry” RES course model together withthree reference templates for the design, teaching, and evaluation processes of the course.In 2020, Elizabeth City State University (ECSU) received a grant from the U.S. DOE under itsMinority, Education, Workforce, and Training (MEWT) program to implement a comprehensiveeducation and training program to strengthen STEM education and increase the pipeline ofqualified workers, especially
Paper ID #37199Developing the ITL framework and committing to inquiry as a method forreducing equity gaps in high-impact, computer science and engineeringcoursesDr. Sagnik Nath, University of California, Santa Cruz Sagnik Nath received his PhD in Electrical Engineering from Renssalaer Polytechnic in 2020 and his B.E. in Electronics and Communications Engineering in 2015 from Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur, India. He is currently a Teaching Professor at the Computer Science and En- gineering division of Baskin Engineering at UC Santa Cruz. His research interests include incorporating DEI in
Paper ID #38299Advancing Engineering Education through University Ground StationsMichael Irving Buchwald, Clarkson University Michael I. Buchwald, Aerospace Engineering BS, a 2023 honors graduate of Clarkson University. At Clarkson University he graduated with a pre-teaching minor. He pursuing a master’s degree and will be going to graduate school in the fall for aerospace engineering.Prof. Michael C.F. Bazzocchi, Clarkson University Dr. Michael C.F. Bazzocchi is an Assistant Professor at Clarkson University and Director of the Astronau- tics and Robotics Laboratory (ASTRO Lab). Previously, Dr. Bazzocchi held positions at
Engineering at the University of California, Davis. Dr. White has been a faculty member at UC Davis since 2015, and he teaches process design and economics, process safety, bioseparations, and senior laboratory courses. He has helped lead the creation of the CHEM E CAD and Industrial Automation club at UC Davis, and he has sought to develop authentic, project-based learning experiences for his students in his courses. Dr. White also serves as the accreditation lead for the chemical engineering program at UC Davis. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Impact of The Design of Coffee, A General Education Chemical Engineering Course, on Students’ Decisions to Major in STEM
. Havinga grasp of sustainable engineering design and sustainable materials provides you with the toolsto make informed decisions in large projects later on." There were no respondents who indicatedthat the teaching of sustainable engineering practices should not be taught within the materialsengineering curriculum.Summary: This paper explores the use of materials selection, screening, and Life Cycle Analysis(LCA) processes as part of a required sophomore laboratory course at a large R1 university withinthe department of materials science. This laboratory course is focused on design engineering andsustainable engineering practices. The course was funded by a faculty grant from VentureWell,which enabled the class to focus on design engineering and
interactions.We intend to retain the visit to the maker space described under 4.2.2 while potentiallyintroducing another such visit to a different maker space or laboratory, for example, abioengineering laboratory for the ‘systems thinking in bioengineering’ section of the course.5.2.5 PublicationThe change we plan for the challenge in the algorithmic thinking section of the course (see 5.2.3)should allow for easier, standardized data collection. As of spring 2023, the materials for the fall2022 iteration of the course will be available on [University]’s public-facing platform, and thusopen for everyone to view and download. This will facilitate use of course materials byinstructors outside of [University] interested in active learning and in teaching
group in the fluid mechanics and heat transfer domains. Packed bed/fluidized bed instruc-tion appears in most chemical engineering curricula, but hands-on exposure is usually relegatedto senior-level unit operations laboratories if the equipment is available at all. We have devel-oped a simple system with manometer ports for understanding pressure losses in particle beds;our system can eventually be used for safe low-low temperature catalytic processes that can bevisualized with a color change. Classroom implementation strategies, accompanying conceptual-reinforcement materials, and motivational strategies will be presented.IntroductionStudents learn in many ways. Over the past two decades, many studies have shown a connectionbetween student
, andengineers to constantly innovate new product manufacturing strategies in reducing productdevelopment cost and time. Contemporary manufacturers have the option of selecting optimumtechnologies or processes to suit their manufacturing environment. Fast paced transformations inEngineering Technology (ET) field require new and enhanced learning and teaching strategies inengineering technology curriculum. More than ever, the educational advance is leaning towardsmeeting the demands of industrial world. Engineering Technology curricula needs to adapt tonovel technologies and modern tools by enabling students to acquire meaningful and relevantpractices. Laboratory activities should be incorporated into dry-lectured courses, being vital to ETprograms
live and video recorded). This paper describes a new classroom observationprotocol intended to monitor the focus (e.g., solo, pair, team, or whole class) and action (e.g.,discuss, speak/present, watch/listen, or distracted) of both students and teachers (instructors).The paper summarizes relevant background on evidence-based learning, student engagement,and classroom observation protocols, describes the development and structure of FASTOP,presents results from different pedagogies (e.g., lecture, laboratory, POGIL), and describeslessons learned and future directions. Results show distinctive patterns of student and teacherbehaviors for different pedagogies.1. IntroductionThe ICAP model describes the benefits of interactive (I), constructive (C
Denver and the University of Pécs on the effectof COVID-19 on students’ level of motivation or their perception of the extent remote labs weresuccessfully conducted, except that University of Pécs students did generally place greaterimportance on student-to-student interactions for positive learning outcomes than MSU Denverstudents. At the program level, aggregating both institutions, no significant differences betweenundergraduate and graduate students’ experiences were found for any of the measured outcomes.Based on these findings, recommendations are made for improving student perception of andexperience with remote teaching and learning. Regarding the conduct of remote laboratories, theresults suggest, consistently across institutions, a
Paper ID #39288Board 36: Case Study: Sequential Development of Sensing Skills in aCivil and Environmental Engineering CurriculumDr. Sarah Jane Christian P.E., Carnegie Mellon University Sarah Christian serves as an Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University. She is interested in curricular innovation including integrating applications of emerging technology into projects and laboratory experiences, project-based learning, cur- ricular content threading, methods for instilling teamwork skills, and implementing pedagogical methods that help students to
createmore integrated and impactful laboratory experiences in undergraduate physics [42], [43], weintegrated CT and ED into a traditional introductory undergraduate physics lab for engineeringand science majors. The goal of this multidisciplinary approach to teaching physics was topromote students’ conceptual understanding of physics while fostering scientific inquiry,mathematical modeling, ED skills, and CT. In this context, we proposed the following researchquestion to better understand the undergraduate students’ learning of CT in a multidisciplinarySTEM environment:To what extent does engaging students in integrated engineering design and physics labs impacttheir development of computational thinking
, professional development for graduate students, curriculum innovation in computing, and service-learning.Prof. Blake Everett Johnson, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign Dr. Blake Everett Johnson is a Teaching Assistant Professor and instructional laboratory manager in the Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. His research interests include experimental fluid mechanics, measurement science, engineering education, engineering leadership, and professional identity development.Mr. Saadeddine Shehab, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign I am currently the Associate Director of Assessment and Research team at the Siebel Center for Design (SCD) at the University
the end of the class period. The laboratory leader must have a plan. Using pre-identified timing way-points is a helpful technique to ensure one stays on track.A specific goal of using the power demonstrator board is to provide students with a baselineunderstanding of how the various components help keep them safe. Emphasis is placed onmultimeters and outlet testers to check if components are energized or if wiring is incorrect.These basic tools are generally available at any major home improvement retailer or hardwarestore. Though not a specific learning objective, teaching students to verify the correctness of theelectrical distribution systems in their home or workplace can ultimately save lives and/orproperty damage caused by improperly
contentclarifications. Lab periods are used for online laboratory exercises and analysis, project check-ins, and periodic reflection. The labs contain pre-lab assignments and in-lab exercises. Pre-labshelp students prepare for in-the-lab brainstorming. The in-the-lab work includes watching avideo of the lab components, brainstorming the solutions, watching the lab video conducted bythe faculty, and doing a group analysis of the results. The learning outcomes intended for theonline labs are the same as in-person labs. Occasionally, a few minutes are allocated forreflection during lab periods aimed at increasing inclusion and a sense of belonging for allstudents.The one offering of the online labs is compared to two offerings of in-person labs, one precedingand
, Wright State University Nathan Klingbeil is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical & Materials Engineering at Wright State University in Dayton, OH. He served as Dean of the College of Engineering and Computer Science from 2013-2018. Prior to his appointment as Dean, he served as Senior Associate Dean from 2012-2013, as Associate Dean for Academic affairs from 2010-2012, as Director of Student Retention and Success from 2007-2009, and held the University title of Robert J. Kegerreis Distinguished Professor of Teaching from 2005-2008. He is the lead investigator for Wright State’s National Model for Engineering Mathematics education, which has been supported by multiple grants from the National Science
material consists of a wide array of content ranging from e-books and lecture videos tofully immersive virtual environments of laboratories and workshops [5-11].In preparing students for their future career, virtual reality experiences and hands-on training is animportant part of their education. VR research projects and laboratories are excellent teaching aidsfor providing students with opportunities to implement the theory they learn in class. Educatingthe younger generations about sustainable and clean energy sources is vital to living in a clean andbright environment in the future [12-14]. Design tasks were performed by teams of students in theengineering and engineering technology programs after completing the same prerequisites. Eachteam was
normalize EBIP implementation in engineering courses • When developing an in-class activity for the first time, the need for a mentor is crucial to mustering support and confidence, especially for less experienced teachers • The availability of teaching tools (i.e. pedagogy courses) is critical to developing a broader and more interactive classroom environment • Organization of laboratory resources and logistics facilitates a means by which in-class demonstrations may become more realizable5. ConclusionInquiry about the familiarity, usage and experiences with resource-related barriers providedvaluable insights on ways to improve their reach and impact within their institution. Generalthemes included: poor faculty
Paper ID #39752Board 163: Engineering Identity of 2nd-Grade Girls (Work-in-Progress)Dr. Evelyn Hanna, Kent Place School Dr. Evelyn Hanna currently serves as the Director of Curricular Innovation and STEM at Kent Place School. She also teaches computer science, engineering, and mathematics courses. Prior to joining Kent Place in 2018, Dr. Hanna worked at Princeton University and Rutgers School of Engineering to advance in- and out-of-classroom STEM opportunities for all students. She has received over $3M in support of her work from the National Science Foundation and other non-profit organizations. Dr. Hanna is the author
similar increases in the participants’ engineeringidentity, such as “I enjoy laboratory research and would like to make it my career.” On average,personal characteristics and educational goals did not change significantly, although these tendedto be high already (around 5.5).Faculty summer teaching workshop: A survey instrument was sent to faculty participants to collecttheir thoughts on the teaching workshop. All ten faculty members participated and returnedevaluation surveys. The results are summarized in Figure 4. The survey asked participants to ratetheir skills and knowledge in the four workshop content areas before and after the workshop on ascale of 0 (None) to 4 (A great deal). The mean increase was almost a full position, from 2.93
became a business leader for specialty products (lube oils, asphalts, waxes, cokes) at Petroleos de Venezuela, PDVSA (1983-1998). He is a founding member of Universidad Monteavila (Caracas, Venezuela) (1998—2018) and became the Chancellor of this university (2005-2015), and the President of the Center for Higher Studies (2015-2018), including teaching in the Humanities. After rejoining the University of Pittsburgh, he has been teaching Pillar courses on Reactive Process Engineering, Process Control, Process Control Lab, and Process Design. In addition to technical courses, his service extends over curriculum development, outreach programs, alumni network, team and leadership skills development, global awareness
Computer Engineering at the University of Washington in Seattle. His research is centered on developing remote laboratories with a lens of equitable access to engineering education, and driven by his commitment to promote diversity, equity and inclusion in STEM education. In addition to his research on remote laboratories, Marcos has expertise in digital communication theory, signal process- ing, radar technology, and firmware engineering. Additionally, he has extensive experience in teaching embedded systems and senior design courses.Zhiyun Zhang, University of Washington Zhiyun Zhang is an undergraduate research assistant in the Remote Hub Lab at the University of Wash- ington. He is a graduating senior and an
their teaching of En- gineering within K-12 classrooms. She has developed and implemented a senior-level projects laboratory course in the Chemical Engineering curriculum at the University of Utah, giving students hands-on expe- rience with the concepts she is teaching in their Process Control theory course. Stacy received a BS and MS in Chemical Engineering from the University of Utah. She then earned a PhD in Chemical Engineer- ing at the University of Texas at Austin. Her research was focused on algorithms used in the processing of semiconductor wafers and resulted in two patents. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Is
Air Force Research Laboratories in Dayton, OH. His current research is focused at the convergence of frontier technologies (e.g., robotics, artificial intelligence, augmented/virtual reality, and blockchain) with applications to natural and intuitive human-robot interaction, digital health, and STEM education. Under the Research Experience for Teach- ers Site, GK-12 Fellows, DR K-12, and ITEST projects, all funded by NSF, and the Central Brooklyn STEM Initiative, funded by six philanthropic foundations, he has conducted significant K-12 education, training, mentoring, and outreach activities to integrate engineering concepts in science classrooms and labs of dozens of New York City public schools. His STEM
wireless connections to machines; (LO3) identifyingproper sensors for measurement of desired data; (LO4) implementing data analytics and machinelearning tools for extraction of desired information; and (LO5) demonstrating personal andprofessional development in communication and management in the context of smartmanufacturing. The course was coupled with laboratory reports, written reports, and oralpresentations to achieve these objectives and capture evidence of students' learning and skillsdevelopment.Of particular relevance for this course was the integration of ELT principles to coordinate andorchestrate the laboratory assignments that built the necessary skills and practices so studentswould successfully complete their semester-long projects
-school outreachprogram in engineering design for middle school students (ages 11-14), and how instructorsviewed the successes, challenges, and tensions of their students’ laboratory experiences. A challenge associated with NGSS and ASEE implementation is the meaningful integrationof science and engineering knowledge and skills in precollege teaching and learning. Researchhas identified issues that science teachers encounter with integrated STEM instruction, includinglack of relevant content knowledge, lack of administrative support, and weak self-efficacy inengineering pedagogy [4,10,11]. Research in STEM integration education has suggested thatinnovative instructional models and curricular resources are needed to demonstrate how scienceand
boy, he filled sandbags to channel a river down State Street in his native Salt Lake City after the El Ni˜no winter of 1982-1983. He earned his B.S. from the University of Pennsylvania in 1995, then taught high school through Teach for America and worked as a contractor at Los Alamos National Laboratory before earn- ing his M.S. and Ph.D. from the University of California Berkeley in 1999 and 2005, respectively. He has been at CU Denver since 2005, where he applies ideas from complex systems science to study flow in porous media, leads the graduate track in Hydrologic, Environmental, and Sustainability Engineering (HESE), leads the NSF-sponsored faculty learning community Engineering is Not Neutral: Transforming
Paper ID #39142Assessment of the Utilization of Open Educational Resources during andafter the PandemicDr. Janardhanan Gangathulasi, National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research, Chennai,India Dr. Janardhanan Gangathulasi is Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Head of Centre for Academic Studies and Research at the National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research Chennai. Dr. Janardhanan has over 20 years of research, teaching and consulting experience within the broad fields of civil, environmental engineering and engineering education. His research expertise includes