surface. To broaden the activity and scale itback, simply bring the failed assembly into the classroom for analysis without the investigationroom. Even simplified for expediency, this is a worthwhile activity that will still require studentsto think critically to identify the failure mode and comment upon whether it was as predicted.Phase 2, in the form presented in this publication, supports ABET Student Learning Outcomes 1(identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems), 4 (ability to recognize ethical andprofessional responsibilities), 5 (function effectively on a team), 6 (analyze and interpret data,and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions), and 7 (acquire and apply new knowledge)[11].Phase 3: Presentation. Teams are
Communication X X X Life-Long learning X X X Teamwork / Leadership X X X Professionalism X X Adaptability X Creativity* X Critical Thinking X X Ethics X Feedback & Criticism X X Life Skills X X
, andthe environment is also vitally important. There is increasing recognition among engineers,educators, and industry leaders of the importance of preparing engineers to account for thesesociocultural dimensions [1]-[4]. We use the term “sociotechnical dimensions” or “practices” torefer to social or contextual factors such as ethics, engagement with stakeholders, and therecognition of power and identity and their role in engineering broadly. Environmental factorssuch as sustainability and the potential future impacts of engineering work are also categorizedas sociotechnical dimensions as they draw attention to possible consequences to the naturalenvironment. A call for broader engineering skills is reflected in the Accreditation Board
, Department of Mining and Minerals Engineering at Virginia TechCurricular Problem. Developing communication skills that target non-technical audiences,particularly the general public and community stakeholders impacted by mining operations.Solution. Integrating a communications-based “Sustainability Project” into a sophomore levelcourse on leadership, ethics, and responsible mining. The project consists of two deliverables: awritten op-ed and an Oxford style debate.8Educational Environment. Virginia Tech’s Department of Mining and Minerals Engineeringinitiated its “Writing and Communications Program,” in the mid 1990s to develop critical spoken,written, and visual communication skills that its graduates will quickly rely upon early in theircareers
-prepared to enter the professional practice ofengineering [15]. Being effective at design thinking may lead to outcomes such as the capacity forinnovative problem-solving [16], the capability to convert ideas to practical real-lifesolutions/applications [17], effective teamwork [18], leveraging uncertainties [19], developing asense of responsibility and ethical decision-making [20]. All these characteristics are highlydesirable in the engineering job market.2. PURPOSEAs evidenced by the above discussion, spatial ability, and design thinking have independently beenthe subject of a significant number of research studies. Still, there is a scarcity of research thatexplores the relationship between spatial ability and design thinking. Only a handful
Paper ID #41859Evaluating the Efficacy of Project-Based Approach for Teaching HumanitiesCourses to Engineering StudentsDr. Brainerd Prince, Plaksha University Brainerd Prince is Associate Professor and the Director of the Center for Thinking, Language and Communication at Plaksha University. He teaches courses such as Reimagining Technology and Society, Ethics of Technological Innovation, and Art of Thinking for undergraduate engineering students and Research Design for PhD scholars. He completed his PhD on Sri Aurobindo’s Integral Philosophy from OCMS, Oxford – Middlesex University, London. He was formerly a Research
, environmental impacts, and ethical issues. Students explore disciplines/careers. They design and solve real-world engineering problems, creating solutions with 3-D modeling software, hands-on prototyping equipment, programming software, and robotics. They use the engineering design process to solve problems in mechanical Principles of POE engineering, robotics, infrastructure, environmental sustainability, and Engineering product design/development. They use the APB approach to complete structured activities and open-ended projects/problems requiring
the preparatory workshopand Biomedical Stakeholder Café using both closed and open-ended questions, including alikelihood to recommend question. This paper will focus on event organizer observations andinitial, preliminary analysis of findings from stakeholder and student input.All stakeholders and students provided informed consent to participate in the focus groups andstudent surveys, respectively. Participation in these elements was not required to participate inthe Biomedical Stakeholder Café. This study received ethics approval University of WaterlooOffice of Research REB 45531.Outcomes & DiscussionThe student-stakeholder model, culminating in the Biomedical Stakeholder Café, successfullyran in Fall 2023 with 23 capstone teams across
crucialmechanism by which U.S. engineering education settings have grappled with unwanted politicalsensibilities is through silencing. There is an enduring sense that rigorous, respectableengineering training, as well as engineering in action, from the technical classroom, at the labbench, or on the factory floor must exclude the subjectivities we know as “politics.” This isdespite the concession by some that value systems known as “ethics” or “rigor” may (must) bebolstered [26], [27]. Across many technical subdisciplines, so-named ethics and other liabilitysystems are today seen to represent the universe of Engineers’ moral responsibilities in itsentirety. We are prompted to ask, then: How precisely does such apparent depoliticization ofEngineering
interdisciplinary engineering projects. Degree: Articulate how diverse perspectives and expertise from multiple disciplines contribute to the richness of ideas generated during brainstorming sessions.7. Behavior: Identify potential barriers to effective brainstorming and propose strategies to overcome them. Conditions: Given examples of common challenges encountered during brainstorming sessions. Degree: Demonstrate awareness of factors such as groupthink, lack of participation, and dominance dynamics, offering solutions to mitigate these obstacles.8. Behavior: Evaluate the ethical implications of design decisions resulting from brainstorming sessions. Conditions: Presented with ethical dilemmas related to engineering design choices. Degree
feedback, programming help, and virtual simulationsfor students to gain practical experience. However, few educators have expressed concernregarding misinformation generated from AI training data and ethical issues like misuse bystudents (plagiarism) 4 . If implemented appropriately, G-AI hints at future advancements andbenefits to the academic community despite the limitations 5 . As G-AI becomes increasinglyprevalent in educational environments, it is important to recognize the benefit of integrating G-AIin a manner that enhances student learning capabilities, while also addressing plagiarism.Strategic designs of course curriculum that focuses on collaborations with AI for self-learning,assigning open-ended research-based problems could improve
survey responses. We offeredguidance on designing data collection practices to meet IRB ethical requirements for research.We hope these ideas can make it easier for engineering educators to study undergraduate researchas a formative moment of socialization into engineering, whether as researchers or asprofessionals. REFERENCES[1] J. Lave and E. Wenger, Situated Learning: Legitimate Peripheral Participation. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1991.[2] H. M. Collins, Tacit and Explicit Knowledge. Chicago: University of Chicago Press, 2010.[3] J. Frechtling, “The 2010 User-Friendly Handbook for Project Evaluation,” National Science Foundation, Arlington, VA, 2010.[4] Lopatto, “Survey of Undergraduate Research Experiences (SURE
ethical considerations. The findings suggest that thoughtful incorporation of bothsustainability and automation boosts productivity and economic benefits and leads toenvironmentally and socially responsible manufacturing. This paper is intended for academicsand researchers interested in the future directions of sustainable manufacturing in the era ofIndustry 4.0.IntroductionIndustry 4.0 signifies a substantial revolution in manufacturing, where cutting-edge technologymaximizes efficiency while reducing resource usage. Industry 4.0 is a German initiativeintegrating production with information technology [1]. The contemporary industrial revolutionutilizes sophisticated digital technologies, for example, artificial intelligence (AI), big
ourlearning management system. These achievements paved the way for the initial development ofan AI-based grading assistant. Mindful of the ethical considerations associated with a fullyautomated grader, we focused on creating a tool to assist, rather than replace, humangraders.This AI assistant streamlines the evaluation of group lab reports, traditionally a time-intensivetask in large-scale courses. By uploading nameless lab reports to a LLM through an APIinterface, the system efficiently identifies and highlights segments that align closely with specificrubric items. This process is designed to isolate the most relevant sections of each report,providing a preliminary guide for human graders. The aim is to enhance grading efficiency andconsistency
course emphasizes the development of communication skills necessary for successful project delivery, including negotiation, conflict resolution, and client management. • Emphasis on Professionalism and Ethical Behavior: The course emphasizes the importance of professionalism and ethical behavior within the construction industry. Students are expected to adhere to industry standards and codes of conduct while navigating various project challenges. • Collaborative Learning Environment: The capstone course fosters a collaborative learning environment, with students working in teams to tackle real-world construction projects. This collaborative approach mirrors the dynamics of professional construction
give a professional presentation at the end of the course. 4. Learn about engineering ethics, continuing education, contemporary issues, global context, etc. 5. Learn about the importance of using computers and software in solving engineering problems. Course textbook: • Kirk D. Hagen, Introduction to Engineering Analysis, 4th Ed. Pearson. Course topics: Design Project: • What’s Mechanical Engineering? The student teams are assigned to predict the • Trigonometry Review and Units speed and distance traveled by a Hot Wheels toy • Vectors and Applications car along a defined track. Each team was • Forces and Applications
academia, as postdoctoral fellows, and as facultymembers at universities [6], [14]. Thus, training as well as personal mentoring experiencesshape the ways graduate students come to approach their mentoring practice [6].Other studies have noted some key challenges associated with graduate student mentoring [8],[15]. For one, graduate students struggle to balance the time commitments necessary for astructured training program with coursework and other academic program requirements. Further,we must consider the ethical concerns and risks associated with graduate students mentoringundergraduates due to the power differential that arises from the differences in their levels ofdevelopment and life experience. Despite these concerns, however, most
pm. The data collection and analysis for this research was consideredexempt by the school’s institutional review board, and all necessary protocols were followed forstudent data protections.Theoretical Framework: This activity is inspired by Nel Nodding’s theory of Ethics of Carewhere it is suggested that caring is a universal human attribute and caring is ethically basic tohumans [14]. This theory supports the message that educators are responsible for caring for theirstudents and believing in their success outside of the classroom [15]. The theory can beextended to say that the goal of an engineering educator is to ensure that engineering students areable to leave the degree program as not only successful engineers but also as successful
more common in educational institutions,carefully considering the ethical issues they can cause is imperative. Educators must ensure thatAI-driven assessments are fair and unbiased, aligning with their institution’s educational valuesand ethical standards. Evaluating data quality, algorithmic transparency, and bias reduction arecritical factors in improving ethical AI integration in EE education.The successful integration of AI in EE education requires comprehensive training of educators. Itis essential for educators to not only have AI literacy but also the skills and ability to utilize AItools effectively. Educators must be able to identify and select appropriate AI tools for varyingeducational objectives. They also need to guide students in
curriculumrequirements and address NCEES and ASCE curriculum criteria [10], [11]. At some universities,required curriculum topics are lumped together in a single course. For example, CEPC topicssuch as principles of sustainability, basic project management concepts, business, public policy,leadership, professional ethics, and professional licensure are frequently included in a seniorseminar or capstone design course [1]. Every civil engineering program has the discretion todetermine how it will meet the CEPC criteria, and embedding required curriculum topics in asingle course or several courses are two common methods. The following study investigateshow civil engineering programs are addressing the current ABET requirements in the 2023-24academic
30 Introductions, Motivations, Aspirations 30 Keynote: Integrating Electricity Access and Sustainable Business 75 Discussion Overview 15 Discussion #1a: Enhancing the Classroom Experience 45 Discussion #1b: Enhancing the Classroom Experience 60 Student Panel 30 Discussion #2a: Implementing Sustainable, Ethical, and Beneficial Projects 45 Discussion #2b: Implementing Sustainable, Ethical, and Beneficial Projects 45 Day 1 De-Brief
lead to the development of a degree program in AI. The project seeks toenhance Hispanic-Serving community college (HSCC) capacity to interest and train students inAI. This four-year project is a collaboration between a CC, a university, a non-profitorganization, industry partners, evaluators, and social scientists to understand how to expandHSCC computing pathways.2. Program Details The main objectives for the project include developing and implementing aninterdisciplinary AI certificate at the HSCC and, subsequently, creating courses that could beincorporated into a four-year degree at the HSCC. The interdisciplinary AI HSCC Certificate hasfour courses: AI Thinking, Applied AI in Business, AI & Ethics, and Machine
engineering. We are aware of our limita�ons and blind spots. Through our collabora�vedialogue and reflec�on, we remain open to challenging our assump�ons and biases. We strive toembrace our differences and are commited to conduc�ng research that is conscien�ous and relevant.Ethical Considera�onsEfforts were made to iden�fy and mi�gate publica�on bias by systema�cally searching mul�pledatabases and sources, including unpublished studies and grey literature. The review aimed to include adiverse range of studies, regardless of their outcomes, to minimize the impact of selec�ve repor�ng onthe overall findings. Transparency in repor�ng all relevant data, regardless of sta�s�cal significance, wasa guiding principle. Ethical considera�ons were not sta�c but
assessing theengineering and engineering technology programs look very similar. Both sets of criteria requirethe graduates to solve engineering problems using the knowledge of math, science, andengineering; solve engineering problems through design; conduct experiments to analyze andinterpret data to draw conclusions; consider ethical and professional responsibilities and publichealth and safety while assessing the impact of the proposed engineering solutions by situatingthem in the current local, societal, and global contexts; effectively communicate on technical andnon-technical environments; and contribute to teamwork [4], [5]. The only marked differencelies in the nature of problem solving or design that the graduates from the two degrees
Engineering,University of Connecticut)sophia.fenn@uconn.edu 1 ASEE 2024Abstract: How does a Human Rights framework in engineering curriculum affectundergraduate students’ attitudes and opinions of sustainability and human rights? Deepeninginequality worldwide, aggravated by climate injustices and the effects of the COVID-19pandemic, has increased engineering scholars’ awareness of the necessity of developing a newengineering pedagogy and corresponding ethical framework to prepare an engineeringworkforce that can perform successfully and efficiently in multicultural and globalized settings.The University of Connecticut (UConn) has pioneered in developing a curriculum
develop crucial leadership and communication skills as they spearhead efforts to raise awareness about cybersecurity in their communities.We created a Cybersecurity Ambassador Pledge, a testament to the core values that anchor theCybersecurity Ambassador Program. This pledge embodies the ethos of our mission – toeducate, protect, and inspire proactive digital citizenship. By adopting this pledge, ourambassadors affirm their dedication to upholding the highest digital safety and ethics standardsand serving as pillars of trust and knowledge within their communities.Cybersecurity Ambassador PledgeAs Cybersecurity Ambassadors, we commit to upholding the highest standards of ethical conductand promoting a culture of safety, respect, and inclusivity
. Thesediscussions were facilitated by educators uninvolved in the teaching of the cohort to maintainobjectivity. All participants were assured of anonymity to encourage candid feedback, and alldata were handled in compliance with ethical standards for educational research.Quantitative data from surveys are subjected to within-subject analysis using SPSS software. Bycomparing individual students' pre- and post-intervention responses, we can isolate thecurriculum's effect. This within-subject analysis, particularly for longitudinal data, is crucial foridentifying genuine progress and areas for improvement. Constant formative assessment andfeedback throughout project phases evaluate students' comprehension and application ofengineering design concepts. This
Transformational Resistance (Solórzano and Bernal,2001) • Classes that taught social justice theory Data Data which are identified by a student either: Barriers to students' resistance, such as: • Worrying about ethics in working in marginalized high degree of influence on career expectations (Bandura, 1997): Analysis
self-efficacy. As a result, elementary teachersmight then be better equipped to build students’ engineering identity and encourage them toconsider engineering as a potential career option.In addition to helping students develop engineering identities, exposure to engineering inelementary school is also beneficial for developing students’ engineering habits of mind(EHoM). EHoM are internalized dispositions and ways of thinking that engineers draw uponwhen confronted with problems [4] and include things such as optimism, persistence,collaboration, creativity, systems thinking, and attention to ethical considerations [5]. TheseEHoM can be beneficial to all students, regardless of career choice, but as with all habits,EHoM take time to develop. As
The ability to formulate well-defined questions, Domain Knowledge - Q1-Q6, Q19-Q20, creating a road map for successful project execution, Scientific Research Q34, Q42, Q47 while incorporating critical thinking, strategic Knowledge & Ethic Researching and 8 Knowledge. Planning Skill reasoning, and the ability to navigate, follow, and evaluate both the process and the outcome The capability to comprehend and utilize statistical Statistical Proficiency Q16, Q18, Q20-Q23, Analysis