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
and the delivery methods of aquaponicsinformation in an online medium. By structuring an effective online learning method, thisresearch seeks to empower diverse learners to engage with aquaponics as a viable method forfood production and environmental management. The project evaluates the educationaleffectiveness of tutorials through surveys assessing student comprehension, engagement, andease of implementation. Findings will inform future instructional design improvements andcontribute to the broader field of online education for aquaponics. IntroductionOnline education is growing and changing for both traditional and non-traditional students.Educators are at odds with open source, think spaces such
domestic and international addresses were expected. After orientation,postage was provided, and the letters were posted on the students’ behalf. The letter was formattedto allow for space for the student to handwrite a personalized message to the recipient. Both Englishand Spanish versions of the letter were available to the students. In addition, students were offeredstickers to include with the letter. The stickers consisted of an official and widely recognized logo ofthe university along with the word “family” in either English, Spanish, Chinese, or Korean. Asshort-term measures of this project, we collected data on the number of letters sent, the geographicdistribution of recipients, the rate of usage of the English vs Spanish versions of the
1 Enhancing Teamwork Skills in Engineering Education: Iterative Development of Interactive Lecture Modules Mohammad W Mohiuddin, Jonathan Weaver-Rosen, Carlos R Corleto, Joanna Tsenn, Shadi Balawi J Mike Walker ’66 Department of Mechanical Engineering, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas AbstractTeamwork is a fundamental skill for success in engineering education and professional practice.Engineering projects often demand collaboration across disciplines and expertise, requiring thedevelopment of competencies in team dynamics, effective communication, and conflictmanagement. Critical
experiences expose students toaerospace research projects and help them build a supportive community of peers and mentors,which is critical for their persistence in graduate programs and/or careers. The impact of suchprograms extends beyond skill development, as they also play a crucial role in fostering self-efficacyand sense of belonging in the aerospace engineering community. This is particularly important giventhat URM students often face additional challenges, including imposter syndrome and a lack ofrepresentation among faculty and industry professionals [1]. Furthermore, the intersectionality ofmarginalization based on ethnicity and social class compounds the challenges faced by URMstudents, making it essential to consider multiple dimensions
material testing data using programming skills and AI techniques to rapidlyestimate and better learn how different properties of materials influence their strengths. IntroductionThe construction industry is undergoing a progressive shift toward data-driven decision-making,propelled by advances in technology and the increasing volume of information that can be collectedon jobsites (Hashim et al., 2024). From project scheduling to material selection and quality control,construction professionals are expected to leverage large datasets to optimize processes, reducecosts, and ensure safety (Rane, 2023). One crucial technological driver of this shift is artificialintelligence (AI), a field that enables
engineering workers. This rate of retirement isexpected to leave an estimated 2.4 million positions unfilled between 2018 and 2028.Additionally, According to the Louisiana Workforce Commission (2023), projections indicatestronger long-term growth in SUSLA’s servicing area of Northwest Louisiana through 2026 (forexamples 33% in petroleum and 10% in industrial fields). Rapid market changes require retooling orupskilling; however, training frequently lags behind innovation. A regional company in northernLouisiana has indicated that the state is in desperate need of engineering technicians in the areas ofelectrical linemen, power distribution and power transmission to mitigate the effects of inclementweather disrupting services to hundreds of thousands
O’Malley to see how the outreach program is affecting local students. Fiona’s work towards the outreach program has increased research and data collection for STEM education dissemination.Dr. Curtis John O’Malley, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology Assistant Prof at NM Tech since 2016. Teach junior/senior design clinic as well as 1st semester introduction to mechanical engineering design. As part of these courses I work closely with national labs and industry to maintain course projects with realMatthew Luis Tyrrell, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025
Aiswarya Acharath Mohanakrishnan, Ph.D. 1 Melanie Sattler, Ph.D., PE, Professor1 ,Kate Hyun, Ph.D., Associate Professor1 ,Victoria Chen, Ph.D., Professor 2 1 Department of Civil Engineering, 2 Department of Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering, University of Texas at Arlington ABSTRACT METHODS RESULTS • This project develops
TexasDebbie Huffman, North Central Texas CollegeMary J Combs, Quality Measures Mary J. Combs has over 20 years of experience in higher education and healthcare working with faculty as an instructional designer to create student-focused curricula using assessment data and program evaluation. She also has experience working with community-based organizations advancing health equity through data-driven strategies and providing performance feedback to improve clinical education. Combs excels in qualitative and quantitative analysis, project management, and delivering impactful training programs. She holds a master’s degree in occupational and technical studies (business and industry training). As a Senior Evaluator at Quality
AbstractThis paper demonstrates the design and implementation of an innovative gamified softwareapplication for learning human-spoken languages. The game serves as an interactive and enjoyablesupplement to aid the learning process of different languages for elementary-aged children. At its core,the application uses a translation Application Programming Interface (API) to process text and outputtranslations in the target language chosen by the learner. Additionally, it is AI-enabled, allowing theutilization of APIs such as OpenAIs’s ChatGPT to enhance the translation capabilities. Provided is abasic proof of concept that was developed as part of the Final Pi Project in the Intermediate ComputerProgramming (COSC 1352) course. The gamified program was
. Draw F and the 100 lb force on a piece of paper. Fold the paper into a triangle formed by the three lines shown in the figure.2. Draw the x-y plane and the 100 lb force on another piece of paper. Lay the paper on the table.3. Assemble the triangle from step 1 and the x-y plane from step 2 to demonstrate the force vector F in 3D space.This exercise not only helps the students construct the force vector in 3D space but also helps themlearn the process of breaking a complicated 3D problem into two simpler 2D problems. Aftervisualizing the problem, the students are instructed to rephrase the problem using technical languageand symbols, such as “the projection of force F on the x-y plan is F’. The angle between F and F’ is = 30o. F’ lies in