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2024 Fall ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Conference

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Raul Armendariz, City University of New York, Queensborough Community College; Corey Stalerman; Tak Cheung; Sunil Dehipawala, City University of New York, Queensborough Community College

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; interactionsbetween radiation and matter; biological effects and risks of radiation; shielding and atmosphericdispersion, etc., with a math pre-req of algebra. The QCC Chemistry Department second course(RAD-102) covers in-depth knowledge of detector principles, dosimetry, etc. with a co-req ofAlgebra Physics I Mechanics and Thermodynamics. The Algebra Physics II Electricity-Magnetism & Modern Physics is scheduled after taking RAD 102.Learning OutcomesThis report addressed the pedagogy of extending the coverage of radiation topics in the PhysicsII syllabus, with assessment following the US Guidelines, namely the US Bureau of LaborStatistics, for nuclear engineer and technician careers [3, 4]. Two students out of the 2023 cohort(N = 6) already asked about

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Technical Sessions 5

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2024 Fall ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Conference

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Mercy Folashade Fash, North Carolina A&T State University; Andrea Nana Ofori-Boadu, North Carolina A&T State University

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Paper ID #45360Impact of a Femalized Architecture, Engineering, and Construction KinestheticLearning Model on the AEC Career Knowledge, Self-efficacy, and OutcomeExpectations of African American Middle School GirlsMiss Mercy Folashade Fash, North Carolina A&T State University Mercy Fash is a dedicated and accomplished PhD candidate in the Applied Science and Technology program at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NC A&T). Her research is primarily focused on increasing racial and gender diversity in STEM careers, addressing critical gaps and promoting inclusivity in these fields. Mercy’s

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Technical Sessions 2

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2024 Fall ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Conference

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Sarath Chandra Kumar Jagupilla P.E., Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science); Elizabeth O'Connell, Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science); Muhammad R Hajj, Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science)

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Society for Engineering Education, 2024Relation between Out-of-Classroom Engagement Activities and Student PerformanceSarath Chandra K Jagupilla, Elizabeth O’Connell, Muhammad R HajjAbstractIn this study, the relation between out of classroom engagement activities and studentperformances, measured through GPAs, for engineering undergraduate students in civil,environmental and naval engineering majors is assessed. Five different categories of events wereidentified– career development, community building, physical activity, academic support, andfield trips. Attendance at each event was tracked and academic performance after the semesterwith activities was analyzed. In AY 2023–2024, the department hosted twenty-oneundergraduate out-of-classroom

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2024 Fall ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Conference

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Tracey Carbonetto, Pennsylvania State University, Allentown

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Paper ID #45304Syllabus Review Assessment: Technical Contract ReviewDr. Tracey Carbonetto, Pennsylvania State University, Allentown Professional skills continue to be found lacking in early career engineers despite efforts to improve suggested and implemented by faculty, administration, and ABET. Utilizing the early career engineering population as a source of information and specifically, feedback on the ability to meet the professional skills expectations, engineering faculty can include suggested recommendations for improve professional skills development within the undergraduate engineering curriculum

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Technical Sessions 2

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2024 Fall ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Conference

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Orla LoPiccolo M. Arch, Pdip (CM), Architect, Farmingdale State College, State University of New York

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increase student's ability to functioneffectively in their career, civic, and continued education during and beyond their undergraduateeducation. While there is research on the effectiveness of applied learning as a pedagogy,implementing applied learning across an institution with various disciplines needs investigation.The goal of this paper is to provide a case study with quantitative and qualitative data usingdocument analysis, give an outline of the SUNY Applied Learning Initiative, and show howFarmingdale State College implemented applied learning as an undergraduate graduationrequirement further to the State University of New York (SUNY) Applied Learning Initiative.To date, the Farmingdale State College Applied Learning Review Board has

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Technical Sessions 5

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2024 Fall ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Conference

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Arkadiy Portnoy, City University of New York, Queensborough Community College; Sunil Dehipawala, City University of New York, Queensborough Community College; Tak Cheung

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could serve as a filter for faculty to decidewhether to teach the technical skills related to the inertial fusion confinement career whenmentoring the student projects.We found that a discussion of jobs is good for students during recitation sessions in which theywere free to move around inside the lab space, when compared to the seating arrangementrestriction in a lecture room setting. The Feb 2024 award of 1.5 billion dollars toGlobalFoundries (Headquarters: Malta New York) for chip production to support GeneralMotors, etc. could attract more students to careers in semiconductor technology when comparedto careers in fusion energy technology [17]. This report proposed a pedagogy to help thosestudents interested in fusion energy

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Technical Sessions 2

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2024 Fall ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Conference

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Guozhen An, City University of New York, Queensborough Community College; David Mannes, City University of New York, Queensborough Community College; Dugwon Seo, Queensborough Community College, CUNY

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crucial for success in entry-level roles. Based on this, the pedagogy wasrevised to simulate an industrial job environment and incorporate problem-based and project-based learning [5]. This approach aims to train students in both technical skills and soft skills,which are equally important for career advancement. Some of these changes have beenimplemented for the current cohort, and some are still in the process of being implemented forfuture students.In this paper, the author aims to convey students' opinions and perspectives regarding theapprenticeship program, which is a key factor in a successful program. Most apprentices areyoung adults, and for many, this is their first professional job, and so they require significantsupport to succeed in

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Technical Sessions 5

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2024 Fall ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Conference

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Bryan James Higgs, University of the District of Columbia; Ujwalkumar Dashrath Patil, Department of Civil Engineering at the University of the District of Columbia.

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careers that will be dominated by climate change and the associated societalchanges that it will generate?” Adjusting the curriculum to include climate change requirescareful consideration of the impacts that it would have on the students and therefore the impactsit would have on society.For the desired impact, the undergraduate and graduate level will need different considerationsbased on the fact that the two students are in different stages of their careers. At theundergraduate level students are preparing for entry-level engineering jobs which will then leadto more senior engineering jobs through experience gains as they advance in their careers. Alsoat the undergraduate level, curriculum is aligned to ABET student outcomes With one of the

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2024 Fall ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Conference

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Bryan James Higgs, University of the District of Columbia; Gulen Ozkula, University of the District of Columbia

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[4]–[11] (III) Feedback [5]–[8], [11] (IV) Realistic Expectations [4], [5], [9], [10], [12], [13] (V) Supportive Environment [4], [6].Personal InvestmentThe development of new skills requires a foundation of motivation that propels individuals toovercome obstacles that impede their advancement. Most of the literature focuses on identifyingvaluable skills that offer career prospects and leveraging the prospect of a promising future as adriving force for personal growth. The crucial aspect of following through until the end is that theselected skill must have personal significance.PracticeThe extant literature on skill acquisition consistently emphasizes regular practice as a crucialcomponent in

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2024 Fall ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Conference

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Marco Hermida, State University of New York at New Paltz; Ping-Chuan Wang, State University of New York at New Paltz; Nancy Campos, SUNY New Paltz; Aileen Pastrana, State University of New York at New Paltz; Bianca Bermudez, State University of New York at New Paltz; Shaima Herzallah, State University of New York at New Paltz; Christopher Monvil, State University of New York at New Paltz; Tenmetey Tetteh-Nartey, State University of New York at New Paltz

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the State University of New York (SUNY) at New Paltz. He received his B.S. from National Tsing-Hua University in Taiwan, and M.S. and Eng.Sci.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Columbia University. After a 20-year career in the semiconductor industry, he joined SUNY New Paltz in 2018 with research interests in stress-induced phenomena in engineering materials, microelectronics reliability, additive manufacturing, and interdisciplinary engineering education.Dr. Nancy Campos, SUNY New Paltz Nancy Campos is the Project Director of the Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation & Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) at SUNY New Paltz. She received her B.A. in Art History, Ed.M

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Technical Sessions 5

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2024 Fall ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Conference

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Raul Armendariz, City University of New York, Queensborough Community College; Corey Stalerman; Tak Cheung

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communitycollege faculty in the use of muon detection in their pedagogies.AcknowledgmentsWe thank Fermi Lab QuarkNet for helping us. Partial support from NSF-REU for studentstipends is gratefully acknowledged.References[1] US Bureau of Lab Statistics 2022: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/installation-maintenance-and-repair/calibration-technologists-and-technicians.htm)[2] US Bureau of Lab Statistics 2022https://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/electro-mechanical-technicians.htm[3] Harvard Report 2024. What is Job Shadowing? Definition, Benefits, and How to Set It UpHarvard Faculty of Arts and Science Mignone Center for Career Success Published on April 11,2024https://careerservices.fas.harvard.edu/blog/2024/04/11/what-is-job-shadowing-definition

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Technical Sessions 3

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2024 Fall ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Conference

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Wenhai Li, Farmingdale State College; Foluso Ladeinde, Stony Brook University

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be explored. These advancements, driven by innovations in additive manufacturing, will broaden students’ understanding of modern thermal system design beyond traditional methods. 2. Practical Design Experience with INSTED Software: To complement the theoretical learning, this module will include practical design exercises using INSTED, a user-friendly, cloud-based thermal system design software developed by TTC Technologies, Inc. This hands-on tool will give students the chance to apply their knowledge in designing realistic thermal systems, helping them solve actual design challenges and better prepare for careers in engineering.By implementing these enhancements, the course will not only retain its

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Technical Sessions 1

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2024 Fall ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Conference

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Zhou Zhang, SUNY Farmingdale State College; Yizhe Chang, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

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, USA, October 25-26 Zhang, Z., Chang, Y.3. Leveraging Generative AI in engineering education3.1 Project-based learning in engineering educationProject-based learning (PBL) has emerged as a cornerstone of modern engineering education, of-fering students valuable opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world problems anddevelop essential skills for their future careers 32, 33. Unlike traditional lecture-based approaches,which focus primarily on transmitting information, PBL places students at the center of the learn-ing process, challenging them to collaborate, innovate, and problem-solve in authentic engineeringcontexts.At its core, PBL revolves around the idea of learning by

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Technical Sessions 3

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2024 Fall ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Conference

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Arzu Susoglu, SUNY Farmingdale

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courses in data security, cryptography, computer forensics, and senior project writing. Her research interests include machine learning, artificial intelligence, cryptography, steganography, and security. Arzu focuses on providing hands-on learning experiences and integrating real-world applications into her curriculum, ensuring her students gain the skills needed for successful careers in technology and security fields. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Integrate the iPad, Apple Pencil, and Goodnotes, to enhance teaching effectiveness.AbstractUsing multimedia such as slides, diagrams, charts, and videos as visual aids during lectures hasproved

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Technical Sessions 1

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2024 Fall ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Conference

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Wenhai Li, Farmingdale State College; Yue Hung, Farmingdale State College; Reiss Guttman, Farmingdale State College; Sen Zhang, State University of New York, Oneonta; Ning Yu, State University of New York, Brockport

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applying reinforcement learning (RL) to make the robot more intelligent.This hands-on approach helps students grasp AI/ML concepts in a more relatable way, giving them theskills needed for their future careers in engineering.At the same time, the module provides students with a foundational understanding of AI/ML concepts. Thelectures are designed to introduce the most fundamental theories and commonly used models, such as linearregression, classification, and neural networks, within the context of robotics and automation. By focusingon practical applications rather than abstract theory, we reduce the barriers MET students might face ingrasping AI/ML and make it more relevant to their future work as engineers.In the following sections, we will

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2024 Fall ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Conference

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Uma Balaji, Fairfield University

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detailed feedback: • One student shared, “The project helped me learn a lot about electricity usage. But the most fun part was learning how solar panels are made and what components go into them.” • Another remarked, “It was a great class and a great topic for a project. It was good because we can apply it in our lives and help the community.” • Another student commented, “I think this is an important part of energy conservation. When used correctly, ToU can help us improve our energy use through monetary incentives.” • One student noted, “It pushed me towards a renewable energy career. I really enjoyed the project and look forward to studying the renewable energy field more.”Overall, through

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Technical Sessions 2

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2024 Fall ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Conference

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Gonca Altuger-Genc, State University of New York, College of Technology at Farmingdale; Yue Hung, Farmingdale State College; Wenhai Li, Farmingdale State College

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gain in their senior project course not only prepares them for the projectsthey may be a part of in their future careers but also allows them to learn and practice how to providequick solutions to project related challenges to ensure the success and on-time completion of the project.In addition, as a part of the senior project course, students consider the timeline they need to meet tocomplete the project as well as the overall cost of the project, which are important components of anyengineering project they may be a part of in their careers.References 1. Gibson, J. D. (2004, June), Service Learning In Capstone Design Projects Paper presented at 2004 Annual Conference, Salt Lake City, Utah. 10.18260/1-2--13519 2. Phillips, L

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Technical Sessions 1

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2024 Fall ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Conference

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Rajarajan Subramanian, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, The Capital College; Sofia M Vidalis, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, The Capital College; Fazil T. Najafi, University of Florida

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, best paper awards, community service awards, and admission as an Eminent Engineer into Tau Beta Pi. The Florida Legislature adopted his research on passive radon-resistant new residential building construction in the HB1647 building code of Florida. Najafi is a member of numerous professional societies and has served on many committees and programs; and continuously attends and presents refereed papers at international, national, and local professional meetings and conferences. Lastly, Najafi attends courses, seminars, and workshops and has developed courses, videos, and software packages during his career. Najafi has more than 300 refereed articles. His areas of specialization include transportation planning

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2024 Fall ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Conference

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Abdullah Konak, Pennsylvania State University, Berks Campus; Sadan Kulturel-Konak, Pennsylvania State University, Berks Campus

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competition teams," in 2015 ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, 2015.[14] S. E. Walden, C. E. Foor, R. Pan, R. L. Shehab, and D. A. Trytten, "Advisor Perspectives on Diversity in Student Design Competition Teams," in American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference, New Orleans, LA, June, 2016, pp. 26-29.[15] A. W. Wilson and J. D. Patón-Romero, "Gender equality in tech entrepreneurship: A systematic mapping study," in 2022 IEEE/ACM 3rd International Workshop on Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Software Engineering (GEICSE), 2022: IEEE, pp. 51-58.[16] F. Wilson, J. Kickul, and D. Marlino, "Gender, entrepreneurial self–efficacy, and entrepreneurial career intentions

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2024 Fall ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Conference

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Aiman Said Kuzmar, P. E., Islamic University of Madina, Saudi Arabia

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Mathematicians and Scientists Teaching Engineering Courses: Practices, Advantages, and ConcernsAbstract:Engineering is highly intertwined with science and mathematics. The connection between thethree fields of engineering; and mathematics and science is illustrated based on the commonlyknown and ABET definitions of mathematics and science with those of engineering. Anevidence of this connectivity lies in STEM which is a recent field that has been highly visible inthe last twenty years. It stands for science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Studentshave been noticeably swayed away from these crossing disciplines for various reasons. STEMwas partially created to attract students back to these careers again.Discussions are