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Alyssa J. Ball; Brandon Crisel

2024 ASEE Midwest Section Conference Enhancing Career Development for Engineering Students Through e-Portfolio Curriculum Implementation Alyssa Ball and Mr. Brandon Crisel University of Arkansas Department of Industrial EngineeringAbstractThe Biggadike e-Portfolio Research Team was challenged with improving career developmentfor students within the University of Arkansas’ College of Engineering. The research teamconsisted of members of the university’s Department of Industrial Engineering, which is whereimplementation was focused and coursework completion began to take place. We didbackground research, studied various portfolio

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Thomas McKean; Gary Bates; LaShall Bates; Jacquelyn D. Wiersma-Mosely; Ranil Wickramasinghe

2024 ASEE Midwest Section Conference Preparing Community College Students for Biotechnology Careers Through Research and Internship Experiences Thomas McKean1, Dr. LaShall Bates2, Dr. Gary Bates2, Dr. Jacquelyn D. Wiersma-Mosley3, Dr. Ranil Wickramasinghe1 1 Ralph E. Martin Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR/ 2Science andMathematics Division, Northwest Arkansas Community College, Bentonville, AR/ 3School of Human Environmental Sciences, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, ARAbstractA biotechnology training program for community college students was designed to train the

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Jose L. Vega; Michael W. Mourot; Edgar C. Clausen

2024 ASEE Midwest Section Conference Preparing PhD Students for Jobs in Industry Jose L. Vega,a Michael W. Mourotb and Edgar C. Clausenc JVegaSolutions,a Sinclair Group,b University of Arkansas, Ralph E. Martin Department of Chemical EngineeringcAbstractMore than 70% of engineering PhDs now plan to pursue business or industrial careers asopposed to careers in academia. In an effort to better support these students, the University ofArkansas College of Engineering developed a one-hour course devoted to career preparation andsuccess. The focus of the class was on finding the right job and then succeeding at the right job.The

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Chloe Mann; Emily Fitzpatrick; Jessica Deters

anengineering major. Most engineering students have a love for math, science, and problem solvingwhich may help lead them to an engineering career choice [2], [6], [7]. An interest in math andrecognizing its importance at an early age positively influences later math achievement skills [7].which fosters an interest to pursue a STEM field. Most STEM students benefit from parentalsupport as they encourage them to pursue their passions [2]. Along with this, some parents ofSTEM students may encourage their child to pursue and complete a four-year STEM degree tonot only follow their passions but also to build a better foundation for their futures [7]. Someparents view a choice of a STEM degree as an investment towards the future of high financialsuccess [2

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Mirit Shamir; Jonathan Aguilar; Rebecca Cors; Ryan Hansen; Nathan Hendricks; Gaea Hock; Stacy Hutchinson; Prathap Parameswaran; Matthew Sanderson; Melanie M. Derby

-basedcourse where students worked in interdisciplinary teams on FEW related research projects. TheNRT Seminar consisted of training sessions related to team collaboration, career pathways, cam-pus resources, professional development, science communication, and exposure to FEW researchinitiatives.This paper details the graduate-level NRT activities with focus on educational activities includ-ing activities description, summative evaluation, and insights gained from four NRT student co-horts. Evaluation findings show the NRT is an inclusive, supportive, applied curriculum that ena-bled 40 graduate students to train as interdisciplinary researchers. This paper provides insights tocurrent and future NRT programs, as well as other new interdisciplinary

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Kasey L. Moomau; Jessica Deters; Emily Fitzpatrick

identified as an important time in forming self-efficacy and identity which willaffect career choices made in high school and college [3]. Other work [4] suggests that open- © American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 2024 ASEE Midwest Section Conferenceended STEM exploration in a group collaborative setting is conducive to positive STEM identitydevelopment, due to the identity formation that occurs in the context of relationship-buildingwith peers during STEM activities.The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a large, public land-grant university in the Midwest,located in Lincoln, Nebraska, which contains a sizeable public school district, servingapproximately 40,000 students. A significant

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Sourav Sutradhar; Oghenetega A. Obewhere; Karen Acurio-Cerda; Moses Dike; Rajesh Keloth; Shudipto K. Dishari

help university-level educators understand the instructionalinfrastructure differences at schools, identify the barriers, and customize the outreach activities tocater to the needs of specific K-12 classes or groups. This will also aid schools in adhering to the“Nebraska College and Career-Ready Standards for Science” (NCCRS-S)[20],[21] which alignswell with the “Next Generation Science Standards” (NGSS).Given the vastness of Nebraska, it is also crucial to implement a system that can enhance STEMliteracy among demographics that are significantly underrepresented in STEM fields. However,the outreach activities and STEM camps organized at UNL primarily attracted students andteachers from nearby cities (Lincoln, Omaha), often missing those in

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Hossein Saiedian

-solving team. This involvement facilitates the development of a globalperspective on socioeconomic issues, as they gain insights into the interconnected nature ofglobal challenges and their socioeconomic implications.Boosts students career potential. Fluency in international data sets is a sought-after skill in aglobalized tech market. By demonstrating their cross-cultural data analysis capabilities, studentsposition themselves as a valuable asset to organizations with international interests. Thisexperience enhances students employability and opens doors to diverse career opportunities inthe ever-expanding field of data science, concurrently providing practical experience in workingwith real-world, large-scale datasets.Global impact, local

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Kaylee Cunning; Jamilla E. S. L. Teixeira; Joseph Tighi; Isabella M. Bueno; Jessica Deters

apowerful tool to develop our future workforce, presenting evidence of enriched skillsets,increased confidence, and a broader perspective on engineering's societal role in the case of onestudent. In particularly, a case study examines the research experience of an UCAREundergraduate researcher showing her technical skills’ gain and confidence to conduct researchand her reflection on the motivator factors (female role model and sustainability topic) andimpacts of this experience on her heir career trajectory. The UCARE student worked on a projectfor 3 months on the topic of using rural area waste materials for sustainable infrastructure underthe supervision of a faculty mentor. Through this apprenticeship-style URE [11], the student andher advisor

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Molly McVey; Priscilla L. Shum

members that encouraged student participation,empowered them to learn, and demonstrated interest in their development also predicted agreater sense of belonging amongst students [32]. Furthermore, social integration experiences,such as participation in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, residence programs,spending time with peers [19] as well as socio-academic experiences, such as working onprojects with peers, discussing grades and career plans with instructors, and being part oflearning communities [12] contributed to a greater sense of belonging.In summary, both engineering identity and belongness are linked with persistence as well asother positive psychological and emotional outcomes, thus promoting a sense of identity

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Mollie Petersen; Emily Fitzpatrick; Chloe Mann; Jessica Deters

both technical expertise and interculturalcompetence. The Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) emphasizes abroad education by promoting global awareness for career success, aligning with national callsfor engineering students to develop intercultural competence [1]. Employers seek graduates whocan work effectively with colleagues and clients from diverse cultural backgrounds, a critical formany domestic and international projects [2]. Thus, fostering intercultural competence inengineering students is essential for their professional development.While study abroad experiences have traditionally enhanced students’ intercultural competence,engineering students often face barriers such as financial constraints and rigid

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Kaycie Lane; Jason Hawkins

potential real-world applications in their future careers. Each of the projects focused ona different data analysis skill (organization, analysis, visualization, interpretation and complete projectintegration) iteratively used by students in each subsequent project in the course. Class policies such asan AI policy and project report resubmission policy are also detailed in addition to a presentation of theoverall engineering and coding skills that serve as the backbone for this new course. Finally, challenges,successes and opportunities for improvement are presented for future implementation of this course.Keywords: Python programming, civil engineering, course design, programming in engineeringIntroductionIn order for students to be competitive

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Heather L. Walker; Daesoo Kim; Edgar C. Clausen

impacts, including the use of sustainable materials and processes. The course waswell received by the students, as evidenced by the following comments. “I am beyond happy that I chose this chemical engineering elective. Not only was it taught by a very helpful and knowledgeable professor, but it was so much fun to be able to learn something that I know will be helpful in my future career since Dr. Kim showed us the various applications our skills can be applied to. I will continue to recommend Dr. Kim's classes to other students as they are truly so beneficial to our learning.” “The class was helpful because it connected how chemical engineers might use software and databases to determine the

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Nosakhare I. Idiaghe; Jessica Deters

thinking skills andintroduces students to open-ended problems with multiple solutions [3] a vital skill for earlycareer engineers [17]. Undergraduate research has been discussed as a potential avenue toimprove the retention of women and underrepresented minorities in engineering and address theshortage of diversity in STEM [18], [19], [20]. Other benefits of engaging in undergraduateresearch include boosting students confidence, enhancing cognitive and technical skills,improving computational skills and research writing skills, clarifying future career or educationalpaths, and providing insight into the process of knowledge creation [21], [22], [23], [24], [25].Apprenticeship Model of ResearchApprenticeship as a concept of learning was developed

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Saurabh S. Singh; Adam C. Lynch; Abdulaziz Abdulaziz

practices can be abstract and multifaceted. Throughcase studies, students can apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings, enhancing theircritical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Case studies have long been recognized as a valuable educational tool in engineeringdisciplines. They present students with real-life challenges, requiring them to analyze, evaluate,and devise solutions based on Systems Engineering principles. This approach promotes activelearning, encourages teamwork, and stimulates intellectual curiosity. By working through actualcases, students gain a deeper understanding of the complexities and nuances of engineeringproblems, preparing them for the practical demands of their future careers

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Clancy Milam; Chinmaya Joshi; Stephen Pierson; Han Hu; Ying Sun

. Sunserved as Program Director of the Thermal Transport Processes Program at the National ScienceFoundation. Dr. Sun is an ASME Fellow and a recipient of the NSF CAREER Award, AFOSRSummer Faculty Fellowship, French CNRS Visiting Professorship, and Drexel College ofEngineering Research Achievement Award.

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Stone Simpson; Daniel A. Moreno

posterIntroduction:As technology progresses, it is crucial for engineering students to develop competency incomputational problem-solving skills to succeed independent of their career path [1, 2]. Muchrecent literature has focused on development of numerical modeling into engineering classes [3-5], citing its benefits in assisting complicated problems while prioritizing software approaches thatuse analytical techniques. Such numerical approaches to problem-solving can also be beneficial asthey can be leveraged by existing knowledge that students have developed in their previouscourses, including in mathematics [6]. However, students should still understand the underlyingtheory for programs to best interpret the results and understand limitations present in the

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Balaji C. Kartikeyan; James E. Steck; Alok Menon

employers of WSU flight test engineers, Bell Helicopter is a regional employer, and Boeingis a national employer. Some of these companies requested that introductory material on flighttesting be incorporated into our curriculum, to expose and promote flight testing as a career forour graduates. Balaji Kartikeyan was a graduate student at WSU who was also in his 2nd year asan intern in flight test at Bombardier. He and Jim Steck, who teaches and does research in aircraftdesign, flight dynamics and flight controls, 4 years ago, developed a flight test homeworkassignment for a junior level flight dynamics course, and, more importantly, 4 flight testmodules/assignments to be included in the senior/graduate intermediate flight dynamics course.These

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Hamzah Mousa; Margarita O. Genes; Adam C. Lynch

)1.2.1.1 Keen EM – Introduction The Kern Engineering Educational Network (KEEN) is a network dedicated to preparingundergraduate engineering students for success, by fostering an entrepreneurial mindset in a waythat develops critical entrepreneurial skills and capabilities through experiential learning thatextends beyond business skills. A particular focus is placed on entrepreneurial mindsetdevelopment to describe the value of entrepreneurial education for all engineering students,regardless of their career paths [6] [7]. KEEN’s philosophy for an Entrepreneurial Mindset consistsof three key elements, collectively known as the 3Cs: Curiosity, Connections, and Creating Value.This study intends to show how combining the engineering skillset

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Ibukunoluwa E. Salami; Segun S. Oladipo; Logan A. Perry

courses and have the potential to benefit students in their career endeavors as anengineer [5]. The term "statics" refers to particles and rigid things in equilibrium (i.e.,immobile or at rest) [6].Engineering statics includes more advanced topics than mechanics concepts taught in highschool physics classes, including: “rotational equilibrium and the inclusion of moments offorces and couples”; and “the interplay between forces and couples (i.e., statically equivalentcombinations of loads) that produce similar motions, deformations, or reactions” [9]. Staticsemphasizes analyzing problems with multiple bodies that need to be separated ordisassembled, whereas physics focus on analyzing problems involving single bodies [1], [7];Statics also considers

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Chinmaya Joshi; Clancy Milam; Corbin Russ; Stephen Pierson; Han Hu; Ying Sun

recipient of the NSF CAREER Award,AFOSR Summer Faculty Fellowship, French CNRS Visiting Professorship, and Drexel Collegeof Engineering Research Achievement Award.Appendix:Bill of Materials: Bill of Materials Part Part Name Quantity Total Parts Cost Vendor Number H1 PEEK Holder Top 1 $ McMaster Carr 165.97 H2 PEEK Holder Bottom 1 $ McMaster Carr 165.97 H3 T Type Thermocouple 6

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Robert S. Woodley

2024 ASEE Midwest Section Annual Conference Failure Mode: An Engineering Capstone Case Study of Educating Despite Failures Robert Woodley1 1Associate Teaching Professor: Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, Missouri University of Science and Technology, Rolla, Missouri USA; rwoodley@mst.eduAbstractIn the modern engineering curriculum, the highlight of the students’ careers is the capstone classwhere they get to show off their abilities. However, the greatest learning tool they experience isfailure. Capstone projects can be challenging. In this paper, a case study of five

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Seyram Kwame; Jay McAllister III

possible encounters by studentsin their future engineering careers [21, Figure 5]. The modules are available in 9 differentlanguages. The Talespin app can customize content upon request which is useful for educationalinstitutions who want to concentrate on certain soft skill areas.There has been some success with VR training and learning in academia. Studies from Talespinon feedback indicate VR training enables users to learn 4.5 times faster than traditional e-learning or classroom methods, a 275% increase in confidence to apply what has been learnedand leads to a fourfold increase in focus during sessions [22]. Cost-effectiveness is anotheradvantage, as VR training provides a lower cost than conventional methods when implementedat scale. The

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Jennifer Glenn; Kathryn Weinland

, and career issues. PSYC 2583 (Developmental Psychology) coverspertinent studies, causes, and theories of human developmental phenomena across the life span.Following the Kahoot quizzes, in-class activities were conducted to deepen understandingthrough practical application. The specific approach used to integrate Kahoot into the coursesare listed below: 1. PSYC 2313 and PSYC 2583 are lecture courses worth three credit hours. 2. Multiple lecture sessions are offered, but the specific sections in this study met on Tuesday/Thursday for 75 minutes per session. 3. Class sizes are limited to 45 students per section. 4. Before lecture, students complete required, open book reading quizzes and have access to optional instructional