, Minichiello, & Caldwell, 2021; Minichiello, et al., 2021). For example, Crinaldi andKnight used the 8x1 𝑚2 water tunnel with an argon-ion laser and a commercial high-speed camerato introduce students to planar laser-induced fluorescence (PLIF), a powerful flow visualizationtechnique (Crimaldi & Knight, 2005). While the experience is valuable, the students would onlyexperience the experiment passively as they did not have the training, nor expertise to interact withthe equipment. Budd and Howison utilized an existing water flume and developed a low-cost PIVsystem for undergraduate fluids laboratories (Budd & Howison, 2018). Elliot et al. furtheradvanced the concept of low-cost PIV setup by incorporating readily available equipment such
Paper ID #43693Refining Flow Characterization Desk-Scale Experiments and Blended Learningin Engineering Education: A Framework for AssessmentDr. Fernando Merida, University of Florida Fernando Merida is an Instructional Assistant Professor in the Chemical Engineering Department at University of Florida. He is the Director of the Unit Operations Laboratory, currently working on the development platforms to enhance the instruction of Unit Operations LaboratoriesDr. Sindia M. Rivera-Jim´enez, University of Florida ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Refining Flow Characterization Desk-Scale
Paper ID #44342Integrating Engineering Design in Laboratory Sessions for Second-Year MechanicalEngineering StudentsDr. Deeksha Seth, Villanova University Deeksha Seth is an Assistant Professor in the Mechanical Engineering department at Villanova University. Her primary research interests includes integrative and interdisciplinary engineering education.Dr. Robert P. Loweth, Purdue University Robert P. Loweth (he/him) is a Visiting Assistant Professor in the School of Engineering Education at Purdue University. His research explores how engineering students and practitioners engage stakeholders in their engineering
platform for programming, design and measurement in a freshman engineering course." 2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition. 2011.[4] Hamrick, Todd R., and Robin AM Hensel. "Putting the fun in programming fundamentals- robots make programs tangible." 2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition. 2013.[5] Daugherity, Michael. "Introducing programming and problem solving with arduino-based laboratories." 2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition. 2019.[6] Geddis, Demetris, Brian Aufderheide, and Herman Colquhoun. "Work in Progress: Project and Design-Based Introductory Engineering Course using Arduino Kits." ASEE Annual Conference. 2020.[7] Belfadel, Djedjiga, et al. "Use of the Arduino
recovery (under development)173 The por olio of Team Challenges and regular improvements in each project provides an inventory of174 projects to select from each academic year. This keeps student’s experiences fresh and interes ng,175 allaying any concerns that material from year to year is transmi ed between students at different176 classifica ons177 A laboratory fee associated with the CHE 2213 Analysis course has provided support for project178 materials. The success of the PBL approach has resulted in the evolu on of the CHE 2213 Analysis course179 for delivery as a dual enrollment course offered at mul ple high schools in Jackson and Vicksburg180 Mississippi, as well.181 As these courses evolved, so have the learning objec ves
a rescue drone. The next research/design challenge istransforming the cargo drone to a personal air vehicle (PAV) with a pilot/passenger on board.What follows is the section on previous work addressing experiential and project-based learning(PBL), senior projects, vertically integrated projects (VIPs), and eVTOLs state-of-the-art.Previous Work Over 85 years ago, Dewey [1], one of the founders of modern educational thought,recognized that practical laboratory experiences and projects are important parts of learning.Moreover, Kolb’s Experiential Learning Cycle (KLC) [2] teaches that learners learn best whenthey follow a cyclical process consisting of four steps: experiencing, watching, thinking/modeling,and applying/doing. This makes
him to laboratories in the US, Canada, and Singapore; where he specialized in the development of rare-earth-based nanomaterials for advanced multimodal and deep tissue imaging. As an educator, he aims to bridge gap between the theory and practice in engineering education. His recent interest centers on the creation of engaging at-home and laboratory experiments, enabling students to experience firsthand the practical applications of engineering principles. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024Bridging the Gap: At-Home Experiments Connecting Theory and Practice in Chemical Engineering EducationABSTRACTThe 2022 report by the National Academies of Sciences
, and Mechanical Engineering [1-3]. Various efforts have beenmade to enhance the understanding and visualization of fundamental concepts in engineering mechanicsby demonstrating different types of physical tools in classroom setups. [4-7]. However, developing suchtools takes lot of works. Oftentimes, the instructor has to rely on the tools that are readily available on themarket or improvise and it presents challenges in terms of time commitment and costs. The demonstrationunit outlined in this paper addresses these challenges. The author constructed a laboratory scale model ofa textbook exercise problem to demonstrate a system of parallel forces. It is engineered to be low-cost,compact, and portable. Any instructor can easily replicate the
targetsstudents, researchers, and professionals who need to learn how to use underwater robots. Theapplication can be used in a variety of settings, including classrooms, training laboratories, andresearch facilities. Some features included are interactive controls, guided tutorials, and progresstracking. The software and tools needed for this V.R. part are Unity game engine, environmentaland character assets, AI voice generators, Oculus Quest 1 Headset, Blender, and Polycam 3DScanner.Knowledge Context and Skills Honed a. Mechanical Engineering: - Designing the ROV's structure and hull to withstand the crushing pressures of the deep. - Meticulously selecting materials for buoyancy, durability, and weight distribution. - Ingeniously
scientific concepts and exciting them about the field. Students introduced to this projectwill be exposed to various topics of soft materials, magnetism, and parametric design that interplayin the design of soft robotic systems. This paper presents a “Wacky-Waving-Non-Inflatable-Arm-Flailing-Tube-Man” that undergraduate students can design, build, analyze, and test. The projectcan be tailored as a classroom activity, a laboratory exercise, or a group project. Students willdesign several tests to determine the best design to achieve a tailored flailing configuration. Thetwo major elements of their designs that students will be able to modify include: 1) a selectionamong a subset of provided silicone elastomers that they will select based on their
Paper ID #42464BYOE: Determination of Diffusivity via Time-lapse Imaging with a 3D-PrintedSpectrometer and a Raspberry PILisa Weeks, University of Maine Lisa Weeks is a senior lecturer of Biomedical Enginering in the Department of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Maine since 2017. She teaches several of the core fundamental courses including hands on laboratory courses.Dr. Raymond Kennard, University of Maine Dr Raymond Kennard, after graduating with a B.S. in Chemistry from Ithaca College in 1999, returned to his home state of Maine to teach chemistry at Fryeburg Academy. After four years of teaching
- this data would be later used by them to write a laboratory report.The experimental group of students was exposed to an experiential learning approach for threesemesters. The curriculum design incorporated real-world scenarios, laboratory work, andinteractive experiences to enhance their understanding of biological concepts.Pre- and post-surveys were given to the undergraduates to assess student engagement. Thesesurveys captured 'students' perceptions of their learning experiences, motivation, and interest inthe subject matter. Additionally, we observed their active participation during experientiallearning sessions.1.1 Pre-Survey: A survey was administered to students enrolled in a university biology course tomeasure their motivation level
capabilities infacilitating realistic motion and control, thereby broadening its applicability across variousindustries and use cases. In our previous studies, we introduced a VR robotic arm simulation toimprove muscle memory for engineering students. In this study, we want to incorporate howhaptic gloves may improve overall experience within the VR laboratory setting.The significance of this comparative analysis lies in its potential to offer valuable insights topractitioners and researchers alike. By elucidating the relative strengths and limitations ofdifferent haptic gloves, this study seeks to inform decision-making processes regarding gloveselection and deployment strategies. BackgroundAs the need to
Mechatronics Actuator Education Platform for Active Learning CurriculumAbstractThis paper discusses the design and construction of a multi-actuator, open-source educationplatform to enhance undergraduate mechatronics laboratory curriculum experience in the topicarea of actuator technologies. Utilizing hands-on learning as the primary pedagogical approach,students gain applied knowledge in mechatronics by fostering the development of criticalengineering skills. The proposed laboratory curriculum encompasses an all-in-one mechatronicsactuator test platform for the study of fundamental actuator technologies, including a directcurrent brushed motor, stepper, and radio control servo motor that is generally taught in anundergraduate mechatronics
leveraging technology to enhance learning experiences and broaden access to engineering education. He has experience as a practicing engineer and has taught at the university and community-college levels. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Work-in Progress: Aligning an Engineering Hands-On Learning Program to College Strategy: Reducing Implementation Barriers to Support Faculty, Students, and Their SuccessAbstractThis Work in Progress addresses two of ELOS’ requested foci: pedagogy and best practices oflaboratory courses and hands-on laboratory instruction. We describe a redesign plan in theIntegrated Teaching and Learning Program (ITLP) at University of Colorado Boulder
undergraduate laboratory courses, transport, undergraduate research, and oversees internships.Dr. Mark T. Swihart, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York Dr. Mark Swihart is SUNY Distinguished Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at the University at Buffalo (UB) and a co-author of Introduction to Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics, 9th Ed (Smith, van Ness, Abbott, and Swihart). ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024A Departmental Research Methods Course to Support New Undergraduate ResearchersAbstractMany universities promote experiential learning opportunities for students to apply their learningoutside traditionally required coursework. As one type of
Safety and ChemicalEngineering Education (SACHE) certificate program), and a third common approach has beenincluding chemical process safety education into laboratory or design courses. However,regardless of the preferred approach, few studies have detailed the use of hands-on experimentalexperiences to teach the practice of process safety in engineering at the undergraduate level [3],[10]. We have previously reported on the utilization of problem-based learning (PBL) andproject-based learning (PjBL) tools in our undergraduate chemical engineering laboratories topromote self-directed learning and contribute to the formation of skills required by the modernengineering work environment [11]. In this study, we expand on the use of our laboratories
Chemical and Biological Engineering Department at the University of New Mexico. The research in her lab is focused on understanding the dynamics and structures of macromolecular assemblies including proteins, po ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Promoting Chemical Engineering Identity through Student Agency and Experiment RelevanceAbstractAlthough laboratory courses are undeniably important in the education of chemical engineers,many experiments are prescribed, leaving students minimal decision-making opportunities. Tounderstand the impact that making consequential decisions has on student learning anddevelopment, we explore students’ perceptions of different
presentations. Her research specializes in engineering education, focusing on remote laboratory evaluation. She is also passionate about exploring various technology applications to enhance engineering education.Dr. Ibrahim H. Yeter, Nanyang Technological University Ibrahim H. Yeter, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor at the National Institute of Education (NIE) at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore. He is an affiliated faculty member of the NTU Centre for Research and Development in Learning (CRADLE) and the NTU Institute for Science and Technology for Humanity (NISTH). He serves as the Director of the World MOON Project and holds editorial roles as Associate Editor of the IEEE Transactions on Education and
Koretsky is the McDonnell Family Bridge Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering and in the Department of Education at Tufts University. He is co-Director of the Institute for Research on Learning and Instruction (IRLI). He received his B.S. and M.S. degrees from UC San Diego and his Ph.D. from UC Berkeley, all in chemical engineering. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Complementary affordances of virtual and physical laboratories for developing engineering epistemic practicesOverviewProfessional engineering demands more than the ability to proficiently carry out engineeringcalculations. Engineers utilize other practices; for example, they need
Paper ID #41367Board 109: Moving Towards a Fully On-line Laboratory in Electric CircuitsCourseProf. Robert De La Coromoto Koeneke, Daytona State College Robert Koeneke is an Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering Technology at Daytona State College. He received his B.S. in Electronics Engineering from Universidad Simon Bolivar in 1977 and his M.S. in Computer Science from Santa Clara University inMr. Al Rahrooh, University of California, Los Angeles Al Rahrooh is a Ph.D. student in the Medical Informatics Program at UCLA interested in the novel applications of artificial intelligence and computational modeling to
electricity and magnetism from a Physics journal.These papers were pre-selected by the tutors. The students were required to read andcomprehend the proposed physical model and experiment procedure outlined in the originalpaper. They then had to adapt it to the available equipment in our university laboratory. Oncethe teams had collected data, they were to analyze and compare it with the physical modelingof the observed phenomenon. Finally, they were to create a self-explanatory videopresentation, limited to 10 minutes, where the student teams explained the physicalphenomenon, the modeling, the experiment conducted, and the analysis and conclusionsdrawn. The PBL approach allows students to have a better understanding of importantphysical theories
Paper ID #44146Board 26: Reducing Environmental Impact in Higher Education: CurriculumDesign for the Sustainable-Unit Operations LaboratoryDr. Ariel Chan, University of Toronto Professor Ariel Chan joined the Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry at the University of Toronto in 2017. She is also a practicing professional engineer registered in Ontario, Canada. Her research focuses on experiential learning and laboratory curriculum design. She has also devoted her research to cultivating more equitable and inclusive learning using a data analytic approach to identify factors associated with engineering
Paper ID #43707Undergraduate Level Hands-on Ecological Engineering Course with Semester-LongProject and Laboratory ExercisesDr. Niroj Aryal, North Carolina A&T State University Dr. Niroj Aryal is an associate professor of Biological Engineering at the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Design at the North Carolina A&T State University. His academic background includes a bachelorˆa C™s in Agricultural Engineering, a post-gradate diploma in Environment Education, MS in Biosystem Engineering, and a dual major PhD in Biosystems and Environmental Engineering. Dr. Aryal is interested in instructional
Paper ID #44278Work in Progress: Engineering Analysis Laboratory Courses ComplementFirst-Year Physics and CalculusBryan Ranger, Boston College Bryan Ranger is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering at Boston College. He earned his Ph.D. in Medical Engineering and Medical Physics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and M.S.E. and B.S.E. in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Michigan. His research interests include medical devices and instrumentation, ultrasound, global health, AI/machine learning for image analysis, healthcare innovation, and biomedical engineering education.Dr. Avneet
Paper ID #42005Board #14A: Work in Progress: Integrating Information and Data LiteracySkills into Biomedical Engineering Laboratory CoursesMr. Alexander James Carroll, Vanderbilt University Alex Carroll, MSLS, AHIP, is the Associate Director of the Science and Engineering Library (SEL) at Vanderbilt University. Alex leads the SEL’s liaison program, designing and delivering services to support the research enterprise and the teaching mission of the School of Engineering and STEM academic units within the College of Arts and Science. He received his MSLS degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s School of
Paper ID #42197Introduction to Electrical Engineering: Empowering and Motivating Studentsthrough Laboratory-Focused TeachingDr. Ilya Mikhelson, Northwestern University Dr. Ilya Mikhelson is an Associate Professor of Instruction in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Northwestern University. His technical work focuses on signal processing and embedded systems. Besides teaching, Dr. Mikhelson has worked with dozens of students on independent projects, and has created 3 brand new, project-heavy courses in Electrical Engineering. He is constantly experimenting with pedagogical innovations, and is very passionate about