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Nur Yazdani, The University of Texas at Arlington

Paper ID #49647Classroom Implementation of Biology and Architectural Lesson Plans ReflectingEvaluation of Concrete Bridge Decks Using Non-Destructive Evaluation MethodsDr. Nur Yazdani, The University of Texas at Arlington Dr. Nur Yazdani is the Dr. Tseng Huang Endowed Professor and past Chairperson at the Civil Engineering Department at the University of Texas at Arlington. He received his BS, MS, and PhD degrees in structural engineering from Bangladesh Univ. of Engineering & Technology (BUET), Dhaka, Univ. of Oklahoma, Norman, and the Univ. of Maryland, College Park, respectively. A Fellow of the American Society of

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Haiying Huang, The University of Texas at Arlington; Monica Franco, The University of Texas at Arlington

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lectures & those learnt from previous courses, especially from math courses. 3. Visualize solutions, Discuss the solution steps, alternative approaches, expected results, results & evaluation plan and evaluation plan. Using flow diagram, sketches, etc. are strongly encouraged. Reflect on the plan before proceed (break point #1). 4. Solve the problem Follow the planned solution steps. Do not skip steps! 5. Evaluate the results Follow the evaluation plan. Discuss the results with others (breakpoint #2). Re-visit the goal and constraints if necessary 6. Report methods & Write down detailed step-by-step solution following the

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Bonnie S. Boardman, The University of Texas at Arlington

Paper ID #49549Visualizing and Identifying Patterns of Student Flow Through UndergraduateEngineering ProgramsDr. Bonnie S. Boardman, The University of Texas at Arlington Bonnie Boardman is the Undergraduate Program Director and a Professor of Instruction in the Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering Department at The University of Texas at Arlington. Her primary research interests are in the engineering education and resource planning disciplines. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 1

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Kendra Zagozda, Fort Worth ISD; Roberto Wheelock; Raziye Aghapour, The University of Texas at Arlington; Soulmaz Rahman Mohammadpour, The University of Texas at Arlington; Jaivardhan Sood, The University of Texas at Arlington; Erick C. Jones, The University of Texas at Arlington; Victoria C. P. Chen, The University of Texas at Arlington

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Wheelock, Great Hearts Academy, Irving, TX Raziye Aghapour, Soulmaz Rahman Mohammadpour, Jaivardhan Sood, Victoria C. P. Chen, Ph.D., Erick C. Jones Jr., Ph.D. Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering Department University of Texas at Arlington AbstractWe present K-12 educational lesson plans towards conducting college level research in engineering.These experiences are an extension of a National Science Foundation Research Experiences forTeachers project (EEC-2055705), where math and science K-12 teachers are trained to conductresearch on sustainable and resilient engineering systems in various disciplines. For

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Aiswarya Acharath Mohanakrishnan, The University of Texas at Arlington; Melanie L. Sattler P.E., The University of Texas at Arlington; Victoria Chen, The University of Texas at Arlington

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Telecommuting Expectation Models (TeEMs) for predicting the post pandemic Telecommuting Choice and Frequencies using Machine Learning Models. These ➢ Frequency Model models could aid Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) nationwide to forecast • Frequency model data was highly imbalanced, telecommuting, so that it can be incorporated into Travel Demand Models (TDM) to predict

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Lynn L. Peterson, The University of Texas at Arlington; J. Carter Tiernan, The University of Texas at Arlington; Shanna E Banda, The University of Texas at Arlington; Karthikeyan Loganathan, The University of Texas at Arlington; Nila Veerabathina, The University of Texas at Arlington

faculty in bothinstitutional policy decision-making processes and the professional development initiatives that canempower them to meaningfully contribute to the change processes stemming from those decisions.Our own institution, UT Arlington, sent a team of faculty members to this institute to examine the roleof our Academic Professional Track (APT) faculty members, our term for non-tenure track faculty.The 4-day workshop was a great success and as a result, a year-long plan is formulated to focus onAPT faculty with a teaching mission to create institutional and far-reaching effects. The plan will beaccomplished by working groups, which will be formed to develop projects and examine identifiedissues. It should be noted that these activities will

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Nandika D'Souza, University of Texas at Dallas

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University of NorthTexas. The University of North Texas College of Engineering supports admission of all studentsinto the degree of their choice. We explore the enrollment patterns from the pre-pandemic, post-pandemic, new HSI designation, a resulting NSF grant and planning for implementation of theTexas Senate Bill 17 in 2023. We employ an asset framework through creating a range of degreeplans, utilizing a focused experience with one community college and students of the Hispanicdemographic through the grant on the engineering student population and all transfer students. IntroductionThe demand for graduates in Engineering and Computer Science is undeniably high. 1 Nationally,STEM job growth is set to

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Rahul Sharan Renu, Austin College

high ethical standards and some ethical standards and standards and responsibility. responsibility. responsibility.Student Outcome 5: an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provideleadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meetobjectives. Performance Indicator Excellent Average Below Average Contributes significantly

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Todd W Polk, University of Texas at Dallas; Robert Hart P.E., University of Texas at Dallas

the first semester and after the completion of thePreliminary Design Review, where the team meets with their project sponsor to select one of theconceptual designs they have created to solve the problem given to the team by the sponsor. This stepcompletes the conceptual design phase of the project.The second peer evaluation closes out the first semester and follows the internal design review eachteam has with the instructors (Design Approval Review) and the written Detailed Design Report thatdocuments the full design for the prototype that the team plans to build in the second semester. Thisstep closes out the detailed design phase of the project.The third evaluation is midway through the second semester and normally follows the

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Mia K. Markey, University of Texas at Austin; Anakaren Romero Lozano, University of Texas at Austin; Kristin M Connelly, University of Texas at Austin

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., the PI hasreceived money to oversee the conduct of a research project.Individual Development Plan (IDP): A career planning process to help graduate students explore theirinterests, values, and skills. An IDP helps graduate students decide how to invest their attention.Paper: A document that describes a research project in detail, including information about related prior work,the research methods used, the results obtained, and the interpretation of the results. When a paper is beingdeveloped it is often called a “manuscript.” Before a paper is published, it undergoes peer-review in whichother expert researchers provide critical feedback.PI: A principal investigator or PI is the lead researcher of a project. Graduate students often refer to

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Rojan Shrestha, The University of Texas at Arlington

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(scores between 2.0 and 3.0), and notably, no negative These findings provide valuable insights for educational institutions metrics used in this study, including their components, calculation The study provides a framework for evaluating student readiness for AI, methods, and corresponding scales. These metrics include the AI responses were recorded. planning AI integration initiatives, suggesting thatoffering actionable insights for educational institutions planning AI Knowledge Index, Sentiment Score, Educational Impact, and

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Sandipon Chowdhury, West Texas A&M University; Swastika Bithi, West Texas A&M University

region's agricultural economy, whichserves as a backbone for local livelihoods and food production. Agriculture, being a water-intensive industry, amplifies the pressure on limited water supplies. The region faces a trifecta ofchallenges: water scarcity, soil erosion, and groundwater depletion. Water scarcity is exacerbatedby erratic rainfall patterns, reduced surface water availability, and over-extraction of groundwaterfrom aquifers such as the Ogallala, a primary water source for the Panhandle. ASK IMPROVE IMAGINE CREATE PLAN Figure 1: Engineering design process.The process

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Sivaganeshwar Subramaniam, Wichita State University; Adam Carlton Lynch, Wichita State University

and non-kinetic response.A structured implementation plan of this solution where the phases of the implementation plan thataligns with System Engineering Framework by INCOSE as shown in figure 4 is proposed. Thisproposed structured framework streamlines the integration from the conceptual developmental phaseto deployment and post-deployment. Each phase of the framework details the steps necessary for theeffective deployment of the proposed solution by ground troops during mission. Proceedings of the 2025 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference The University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX Copyright © 2025, American Society for Engineering Education

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Chassidy Miles, University of North Texas

demand for specialized resources among engineering students.Over half of the respondents (52%) highlighted the need for lab manuals and guides, with more than200 students expressing a preference for remote access to these resources. Additionally, there wererequests by faculty for access to journals and articles that encompass broader engineering disciplinesbeyond technology, including seminal works. They also emphasized the importance of providingstudents with access to essential textbooks.Theme 2: Engineering ServicesStudents expressed a strong desire for support during the planning and design phases of theirprojects, with 46% requesting resources and workshops tailored to these early stages. More than 300students called for increased access to

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Mohammad Waqar Mohiuddin, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas; Jonathan Weaver-Rosen, Texas A&M University; Carlos R. Corleto P.E., Texas A&M University; Joanna Tsenn, Texas A&M University; Shadi Balawi, Texas A&M University

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Aggie War instrument projects alone printer plan Hymm Prefer in- Likes Static Hates in-person Wants to work Is a night-owl person problems meetings with teams meetings Checks emails First Excited to work Have a full-time Has built a and phone generation on cars job robot often

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Fiona Litiku, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology; Curtis John O'Malley, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology; Matthew Luis Tyrrell, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology

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of the events they would like to compete in. Teams canorder a kit from the NMT outreach program containing all necessary parts and a variety ofinstructional materials to build their robot. Teams can also meet online with students from NMTto help build and design their robot throughout the semester.Robotics Lessons OfferedArduino BasicsArduino basics lessons are created by the NMT Mechanical Engineering outreach team to givestudents an introduction to Arduino. A team of students can order an Arduino basics kit, whichcontains an Arduino as well as many different sensors and devices. There are six cumulativelesson plans: Basic Concepts of Electronics and Electrical Circuits, Arduino Basic ConceptsApplied to LED Circuits, Reading Data From an

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Raj Desai, Midwestern State University

, andorganize material for the test such as pencil, paper, calculator, etc.), networking (make friends andget their contact information, who you know is often as important as what you know), and managingyour budget (resist impulse purchases, kick bad habits, avoid loans, apply for scholarships).The guidebook also has campus resources locations and the services they provide such as thebusiness office (payments), career management center (job listings, career closet, resume writing,and career planning), counseling center (career assessments, mental health counseling, and academiccounseling), disability support services (accommodations, consultations, and advocacy), financialaid (application process, aid status, student loan information, and veteran

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Catherine Elisabeth Lugo, UT Arlington Research Experience for Teachers - Fort Worth ISD; Meribah Marie Treadway, The University of Texas at Arlington

adoption. Many of these features come standard in new cars and have‬ ‭been around long enough to be prevalent in the used car market.‬‭ uided by the research and analysis, teachers Lugo and Treadway created lesson plans that would‬G‭integrate their research experiences to increase their students’ perceptions and interest in engineering‬ ‭majors and careers. For the Project-Based Research class, students will be introduced to ArcGIS‬ ‭Online as a method of understanding an engineering problem and analysis. Students will be required‬ ‭to identify an engineering problem and develop a solution to the identified problem over the course‬ ‭of the year. For Algebra 2, students will plot the coordinates of items with a mapping software and‬

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Haiying Huang, The University of Texas at Arlington; Paul Davidson, The University of Texas at Arlington; Adam Castillo, The University of Texas at Arlington; Elizabeth Fleener, The University of Texas at Arlington

students participating in a summerfellows program to create course content, including YouTube videos. The student summer fellowswill also participate in undergraduate research, accelerating their transition from engineeringstudents to practicing engineers and researchers.Figure 1: Project Overview - Foster Students’ Engineering Identity Through Collaborative Learning and Design Thinking. Early ActivitiesDevelop Assessment InstrumentThe team plans to use pre-surveys and post-surveys to assess the students’ engineering identitydevelopment by comparing data from study and controlled groups. In addition to engineeringidentity, the survey also assesses belonging, groupwork

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Hoo Kim, LeTourneau University; joshua ryan millikan, LeTourneau University; Joonwan Kim, LeTourneau University; Alan Clipperton, LeTourneau University

. visit (Planned Nov.) extension EEGR4943 Fundamentals Course Development with of Semiconductor Local Company A ENGR4951 ECE Senior equipment Design eGen 2025 Spring Curriculum Development Mixed Signal Testing School-wide with ATE collaboration Certificate program Stakeholders include planning LeTourneau University, Funding Proposal with

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Pedro Cordeiro Povoa Cupertino, Wichita State University; Adam Carlton Lynch, Wichita State University

Vehicles (UAVs). It analyzesfocus areas in CPS development and provides strategic guidance for future industry efforts.Background: Cyber-Physical Systems and UAVs have reshaped modern military operations,supporting critical tasks such as surveillance, reconnaissance, and mission planning. Despiteincreased budget allocation for Research, Development, Testing, and Evaluation (RDT&E),addressing other nations’ threats remains a significant challenge. Also, the confidential natureof defense programs limits the level of detail available in reports, making it difficult for industrystakeholders to identify priority areas and align their efforts effectively with defense objectives.Methodology: This research analyzes DoD reports, including the Cyber

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Thomas Franklin Hallmark, Texas A&M University

useResource Efficiency Cost per student 80% Monthly Infrastructure planning, Usage patterns Support resolution <24 hours Weekly Staff availability, Issue complexity ROI timeline 2.5 years Yearly Implementation costs, Usage rates 11 RecommendationsBased on our comprehensive analysis, we

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Paul J Componation, The University of Texas at Arlington

Engineering (CSE) Department at the University of Texas at Arlington. Heholds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Southern Methodist University and specializes in softwareengineering, agile methodologies, distributed systems and networks. Dr. Khalili is a member of theAssociation for Computer Machinery and the IEEE Computer Society. He has work experience withFidelity Investments and Mobile Oil.DAN KESSLERMr. Kessler is serving as the Assistant Director of Transportation for the Associate Director NorthCentral Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG), the Metropolitan Planning Organization for theDallas-Fort Worth area. He holds a M.S. in Urban and Regional Planning from the University ofIllinois and oversees the activities of the Transportation Department

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James K. Nelson Jr. P.E., Texas A&M University System RELLIS Campus; Celeste Arden Riley, Texas A&M University - Kingsville; Jeffrey John Hatala, West Texas A&M University; Andrew Crawford, Tarleton State University; London Knight, West Texas A&M University; Victoria June Vinzant, Texas A&M University - Kingsville

the calculations and the technical drawings. Instead, much of engineering involves the communities in which we work. That means we have to talk to the people who live where our projects will be constructed and discuss our plans with people who may not understand what we are trying to do. [4]Although he was speaking about engineers, the thoughts he was conveying are important for alldisciplines and were one of the design outcomes of this course.Figure 1: Development of balanced design space.This course is supportive of the Engineering One Planet (EOP) program of the American Society forEngineering Education (ASEE) [5]. The course objectives (CO) map onto the eight EOP coreoutcomes as shown in Figure 2

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Alexander Hernandez, West Texas A&M University; Sanjoy Bhattacharia, West Texas A&M University; Sarah Petters, University of California, Riverside; Markus Petters, University of California, Riverside

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samples are fully frozen. The four different sampleswere analyzed simultaneously on the cold stage system with images being collected with a cameraduring the cooling process to obtain the freezing properties of the water and its suspension. Severalcalibrations were conducted with 80 droplets, 1.0 µL volume per drop. Figure 1(a) shows theschematic of the planned experiment.To ascertain whether the adopted system generated consistent data, the data produced wascompared to another similarly developed device by the environmental department at WTAMU [9].The freezing spectrum from the new cold stage system was also compared with measured datasetsfrom previous studies [4,5,6]. Figure 1(b) shows example freezing spectra (i.e., frozen fraction =frozen

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Aroudra Syamantak Thakur, The University of Texas at Arlington

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aged 7 to traditional teaching practices and enhance content to better suit students' no. 2, pp. 303–318, Jan. 2010. 12, offering valuable insights for educators to enhance lesson plans and individual needs. Students engaged with an AI tutor have shown significant

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Jonathan Weaver-Rosen, Texas A&M University; Carlos R. Corleto P.E., Texas A&M University; Shadi Balawi, Texas A&M University; Mohammad Waqar Mohiuddin, Texas A&M University; Joanna Tsenn, Texas A&M University

very positive 7Students’ Comments Were Focused On –• Improved Goal Setting: The student plans to be more decisive and set goals early to boost productivity.• Schedule Flexibility: They will loosen their grip on rigid schedules and deadlines to avoid frustration.• Combating Procrastination: They aim to start work earlier and prioritize team considerations over personal delays, especially for difficult tasks.• Enhanced Open-Mindedness: They will actively listen to team members' ideas and be receptive to different perspectives.• Building Trust: They will strive to establish trust within the team through open communication and a collaborative approach

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Hoo Kim, LeTourneau University; Jaden Schuster, LeTourneau University; Ray Holt

teaching and mentoring practices. The following is the excerption of students andfaculty feedback which supports how the mentoring effectively impacted. Students feedback Special Lecture ▪ Truly fascinating story of the development of the fist microprocessor. ▪ It was a great experience to meet the inventor of the microprocessor in person and to hear about his life, and I am glad to know such an important person in the history of technology is a Christian. I was surprised to learn that he had to keep his achievement classified for thirty years. ▪ One thing from Mr. Ray Holt special lecture that made me excited was that he wasn’t planning on becoming an engineer before he took an

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Kenie Moses, Southern University at Shreveport; Fred Lacy, Southern University and A&M College

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both Universities academic programs. Entergy EXXON CTECH CenterPoint Energy Chevron Future Use of Energy in LA American Electric BP SciPort Power (AEP) SWEPCO Cleco StarBase Table 1: Industrial Partner Information Table Outcomes and ResultsEnrollment and RetentionAs a plan for increased enrollment and completion rates in SUSLA’s Department of Engineering &Technology, the

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Byul Hur, Texas A&M University

designed to provideadvanced course content and topics in an embedded Linux environment and to cover machine learningapplications and vision processing applications. After several semesters’ iterations, it was observedand received feedback from students that they found that this course helped them to understand moreabout embedded Linux systems. Some of the students would be able to apply what they learned in thisclass for their data science and data analysis of their master’s theses. The author plans to continue topursue further development of the contents of the graduate-level advanced embedded Linux systemcourse and share the learned lessons. Summary and ConclusionsIn this paper, an ENTC 644 Embedded Intelligent