Paper ID #46008Made to order: Python-based approach for creating bespoke problem sets inchemical engineering coursesCarlo Bato Galicia, Cebu Institute of Technology - University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Made to order: Python-based approach for creating bespoke problem sets in chemical engineering courses AbstractEngineering education is largely grounded in constructivist principles, where learningoutcomes are often enhanced by individualized assessments. Research supports theidea that tailored interventions, designed to meet the specific needs of
Paper ID #47159Exploring Student and Program Related Outcomes of the BioFoundry Initiativeat Tennessee TechMr. Dipendra Wagle, Tennessee Technological University Dipendra Wagle is currently an NSF-NRT fellowship awardee doctoral student in Chemical Engineering program at Tennessee Technological University (TNTech). He received Master of Science degree in Chemistry from Tribhuvan University, Nepal. He also holds a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering at TNTech. His master’s thesis investigated the effect of liposome templated agarose gel for separation of biomolecules, such as DNA and Proteins. His PhD dissertation
Paper ID #47457WIP: Alignment and Misalignment of Instructor Values Between Researchand TeachingSandra Walter Huffman, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sandra is a fourth-year Interdisciplinary PhD Candidate at MIT (expected Graduation May 2025). She studies Engineering Education, specifically the development of undergraduate engineering students’ modeling practices, and is based in the Department of Mechanical Engineering.Dr. Milo Koretsky, Tufts University Milo Koretsky is the McDonnell Family Bridge Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering and in the Department of Education at Tufts
Communication Lab.Dr. Hunter Flodman, University of Nebraska - LincolnProf. Daniel A. Crowl, Michigan Technological University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025Work in Progress: A Process Safety Framework for Teaching and LearningAbstractIncidents such as Bhopal, T2 and the 2020 Beirut explosion have continued to remind chemicalengineers of the personal, environmental and business cost of not designing with process safetyin mind. Industry uses a framework to help engineers design and evaluate processes. This sameprocess safety framework is used in CCPS/Industry process safety faculty workshops to teachfaculty about process safety. The framework and associated learning outcomes can helpdepartments define and
ofbroad dissatisfaction with schooling and of inequitable participation and opportunity to learn[20], [21]. Because the wide array of engineering practices offers numerous avenues forlegitimate engagement of learners, technologies and learning environments that engage studentsin engineering practice can provide access to a more diverse set of learners [22]. Throughsubsequent participation in such activities, learning in engineering and developing engineeringidentity become linked and inseparable [23], [24], [25]. As classroom practices and expectationsalign with how learners see themselves as engineers, what is learned is valued more and hasmore meaning [26], [27]. Learners consequently become more ready to operationalize what theyhave learned in
Paper ID #46363Enhancing Chemical Process Control Education: A Self-Paced, AI-AssistedApproach to Strengthen ODE Modeling and Simulation SkillsChloe Lok Yee Chan, Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering, Villanova UniversityBrianna Fan, Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Villanova UniversityHenry Pei, Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering, Villanova UniversityDavid Kaicheng ShenChristopher SongChenhao A ZhaoDr. Zuyi (Jacky) Huang, Villanova University Zuyi (Jacky) Huang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Villanova University. He teaches Chemical Process
program utilizes an Academic Advising Syllabus to guide students through the first year ofengineering studies, and eight desired learning outcomes to guide their work. By the end of thefirst year of academic advisement in the Swanson School of Engineering, students will: • Establish a network and know how to use it • Know how to use technology resources • Understand the options of engineering majors/programs and make a department selection • Understand basic policies and procedures, or know from whom or how to get the information online • Master time management so as to be successful beyond the first year • Gain academic self-awareness/knowledge of academic strengths and weaknesses • Understand the value that
is in chemical engineering education with a focus on process safety, lab instruction, and student engagement.Dr. Heather Chenette, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Heather Chenette is an Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. Her professional interests include leveraging qualitative methods to understand and enhance student learning in the classroom and creating opportunities for students to learn about polymers, membrane materials, and bioseparation processes through research experiences.Dr. Matthew Cooper, North Carolina State University at Raleigh Dr. Matthew Cooper is a Teaching Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at North
©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Virtual Reality in Chemical Engineering Laboratory EducationIntroduction Virtual Reality (VR) technology opens the door to tremendous possibilities forengineering educators. Simulation of a fully immersive, virtual environment incorporatingvisual, auditory, and other sensory elements can enable interactive training experiences thatwould otherwise be difficult or impractical to deliver in a conventional classroom. Besideschemical engineering applications, educational VR modules have been developed in the fields ofconstruction and civil engineering,[1] architecture,[2] mechanical and electrical engineering,[3]micro/nanoelectronics,[4] robotics,[5] automotive technologies,[6] control
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Compressor Stations Illustration, EnergyInformation Administration, Office of Oil and Gas, Natural Gas Division, Natural GasTransportation Information System.https://www.eia.gov/naturalgas/archive/analysis_publications/ngpipeline/compressorMap.html.Accessed 11 January 2025.[30] Rezek, Richard P., and Jeffrey R. Seay. "Educational Module: Incorporating SustainabilityPrinciples into the Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics Course."https://www.aiche.org/sites/default/files/docs/org-entity/SustainableThermodynamicsModule-Final.pdf. 2011. Accessed 4 January 2025.[31] Hussam Jouhara, Navid Khordehgah, Sulaiman Almahmoud, Bertrand Delpech, AmishaChauhan, and Savvas A. Tassou. “Waste heat recovery technologies and applications.”Thermal Science and
have been usedfor several years to effectively demonstrate the broad range of chemical engineeringapplications. Challenges associated with serving students of varying ages and academicbackgrounds remain, and camp activities and schedules will evolve to better meet the changingneeds of students.References 1. G. Crombie, J.P. Walsh, and A. Trinneer, “Positive effects of science and technology summer camps on confidence, values, and future intentions,” Can. J. of Counselling, vol. 37, no. 4, pp. 256-269, 2003. 2. C. Denson, M. Lammi, T. F. White, and L. Bottomley, “Value of Informal Learning Environments for Students Engaged in Engineering Design,” JOTS, vol. 41, no. 1, pp. 40–47, Jan. 2015, doi: 10.21061/jots.v41i1.a.5
Reality(AR/VR) [1] and the overarching influence of AI, which has been a key characteristic since the E.D. 4.0-I.D. 4.0revolution [12]. These attributes are also commonly identified as key enabling technologies characterizing theE.D./I.D. 4.0 to E.D./I.D. 5.0 revolution [51] and learning [50]. In a post-pandemic, more digitally shifted world,Education 5.0 holds the potential to facilitate a more individual, learner-centric environment that leverages the latesttechnological and pedagogical resources to empower the student [2,3]. A transition from a higher educationenvironment to a workplace requires graduates to possess academic and practical readiness [49]. A direct consequenceof this integration is the emergence of pedagogy, engineering
Correspondence email: daniela.galatro@utoronto.caAbstractIndustry 5.0 (I.D. 5.0) envisions an efficient, productive industry with a strong societal role.Education 5.0 (E.D. 5.0) fosters human-centric, personalized, and collaborative learning,integrating advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML).Chemical Engineering (Chem Eng) courses like Process Design and Plant Design require studentsto integrate knowledge across disciplines to solve complex engineering problems. This workidentifies gaps in aligning I.D. 5.0 with E.D. 5.0 and present strategies for revamping CHE 334(Team Strategies for Engineering Design), a bridge course between Process Design and the PlantDesign capstone, emphasizing teamwork, leadership
publications have focused on creating STEM rubrics for conferences and mapping engineering faculty publications using data visualization software. His research interests include 21st-century libraries, data visualization, makerspaces, and immersive technologies in libraries.Dr. Edgar C Clausen, University of Arkansas Dr. Clausen currently serves as University Professor and the Charles W. Oxford Endowed Professor in Chemical Engineering at the University of Arkansas. His research interests are in engineering education and more specifically in teaching improvement through hands-on experiences and enhancement of the K-12 educational experience. Professor Clausen is a registered professional engineer in the state of
developed in collaboration with over 40 faculty, students, and staff representing twelveacademic departments and eight administrative units. Instructors are also encouraged to use resourcesfor faculty and staff at the Drexel Counseling Center and resources for inclusive teaching at the Teachingand Learning Center.Acknowledgements: We acknowledge helpful input from the following administrative and student supportunits: Counseling Center, Dean of Students, Office of General Counsel, Provost Office, Public Safety,Teaching and Learning Center, University Advising, and University Communications.This project was completed through the Executive Learning in Academic Technology, Engineering, andScience (ELATES) program with funding from the Kern
study, we explored the feasibility of integrating self-directed learning and 3D printing intolab-based chemical engineering education which can enhance student engagement and skillacquisition while meeting the expected learning objectives for the traditional experiments. Byallowing students to design, print, and assemble their own experimental equipment, they gainhands-on experience in critical areas such as CAD design, 3D printing, and equipmentengineering. Additionally, 3D printing technology helps lower financial barriers by enablingstudents at smaller institutions, individual hobbyists, or even those working remotely, tofabricate smaller-scale models of equipment that replicate the functionality of traditional unitoperations. These models
as an engineering tool? The study adopted a survey-based approach to capture students' evolving perceptions of AI. The results offer an in-depthunderstanding of how students’ perceptions of AI in chemical engineering setting.Regarding faculty perspectives, three chemical engineering faculty from three different institutionsused AI to design the syllabus, course materials, and assessments, providing a unique opportunityto explore the effectiveness of AI in the course development process. This work aims to provide aroadmap for future AI-driven course redesigns and offer insights into how AI influences bothlearning outcomes and students’ confidence in using AI technology in professional settings.Preliminary case studies in Thermodynamics
Paper ID #48927Creating Mixed Reality Lab Modules for a Chemical Engineering Fluid MechanicsLab – Work in ProgressDr. Keisha C.A. Antoine, Prairie View A&M University (DUPE) Keisha Antoine is an Assistant Professor in the chemical engineering department at Prairie View A&M University where she has worked since 2019. Prior to her foray into academia, she worked as a scientist and engineer working on glass processes and functionalization, carbon footprint and energy analyses at Corning Incorporated, a Fortune 500 technology company. Keisha also has experience in providing technical solutions through her own firm
Society for Engineering Education, 2025Enhancing Student Engagement: Comparing Interactive Simulations with Traditional ClickerQuestions in Introductory Engineering CoursesEhsan Keyvani, Assistant Teaching Professor, Chemical & Biological Engineering Department, University of Colorado BoulderABSTRACT: This study explores the integration of Physics Education Technology (PhET)simulations into clicker-based activities to improve student engagement and learning inintroductory chemical engineering courses. Conducted over multiple semesters in a GeneralChemistry for Engineers I course, the study compares traditional clicker (TC) questions withPhET simulation-based clickers, including both interactive (PhC) and instructor-led (PIC)formats. Key
Paper ID #48815Initial Results of Chemical and Electrical & Computer Engineering MixedReality Lab Modules – Work in ProgressDr. Keisha C.A. Antoine, Prairie View A&M University (DUPE) Keisha Antoine is an Assistant Professor in the chemical engineering department at Prairie View AM University where she has worked since 2019. Prior to her foray into academia, she worked as a scientist and engineer working on glass processes and functionalization, carbon footprint and energy analyses at Corning Incorporated, a Fortune 500 technology company. Keisha also has experience in providing technical solutions through her own
Paper ID #48218BOARD # 43: Simulation Analysis of Wind Speed Effects on Propylene StorageTank Leak Addressing Emergency ManagementDr. Mahmud Hasan, University of Houston - Downtown Mahmud Hasan is an Assistant Professor in the Computer Science and Engineering Technology (CSET) Department at the University of Houston-Downtown. Dr. Hasan earned a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Louisiana State University (LSU), Master of Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech (VT), and Doctor
research and develop solutions to global challenges.Integrating socio-cultural perspectives into their approach fosters more inclusive and equitabledesigns. This paper presents the redesign of a Chemical Engineering Senior Design Capstonecourse aimed at embedding sustainability and social responsibility in engineering practices. Thecourse emphasizes core engineering design principles alongside an entrepreneurial mindset, witha specific focus on projects centered around sustainable technologies and markets. It furtherintroduces students to critical aspects of social responsibility by addressing global andenvironmental issues, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) considerations, and the necessity ofsustainable technological innovations within
Paper ID #46979Development of a Biochemical & Biomanufacturing Track in the Unit Operationsof Chemical Engineering Laboratory CourseDr. Laila Abu-Lail, Worcester Polytechnic Institute Laila Abu-Lail received her B.S. in Civil Engineering from Jordan University of Science and Technology. She earned her M.S. in Environmental Engineering and her Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI). She is an Assistant Professor of Teaching in the Departments of Chemical Engineering and Civil, Environmental, & Architectural Engineering at WPI. Professor Abu-Lail has been actively involved in WPI’s
anexploration for basic concepts in statistics, Mills also covers advanced topics that are certainlyrelevant for undergraduate and graduate engineering students, like Bayesian statistics, regressionanalysis, and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA). Written at the beginning of the 2000s, Mills’ reviewalso recognizes that access to the internet plays a key role for both instructors and students.However, technological tools also open the space for misconceptions if there is no appropriatefeedback and monitoring during student learning.Dunne et al at the University of Cape Town (UCT), published their experience teaching statisticsin higher education in the 2003 Conference Proceedings issue of the International Association ofStatistical Education [77]. Their work
Paper ID #48549BOARD # 40: A Comparison of Three Teaching Methods in Junior ChemicalEngineering Required CoursesDr. Laura P Ford, The University of Tulsa Laura P. Ford is an Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Tulsa. She teaches engineering science thermodynamics and fluid mechanics, separations/mass transfer, process control, and chemical engineering senior labs. She is an advisor for TU’s student chapter of Engineers Without Borders - USA.Dr. Hema Ramsurn, The University of Tulsa Hema Ramsurn is the A. Buthod Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Tulsa. Her
to a number of debates in highereducation. Multiple news articles have noted the many ways students are already using it inclasses and how instructors have had to adapt. Given that ChatGPT has been able to improvequickly and dramatically at solving a broad range of exam and homework problems, and thatspending on these technologies continues to grow across industries, how AI is being used acrossfields makes it difficult to ignore in engineering education.These changes have forced instructors to consider how to use (or ban) AI in their classrooms. Forinstance, some see these tools as a means of access–helping raise all students, especially thosefrom disadvantaged backgrounds, to a minimum level of knowledge–which may allow studentsto develop
interactive learning experiences [3]. Despite theirpotential, the effective implementation of these tools requires addressing non-technical barriers,including maintenance costs and shareability [1]. Additionally, educators need adequate theoreticalsupport and improved model perception to effectively integrate these technologies into curricula.Overall, computational tools offer valuable opportunities for enhancing chemical engineeringeducation when implemented thoughtfully.Spreadsheets, particularly Microsoft Excel, have become a ubiquitous tool in chemical engineeringfor various calculations and process modeling tasks. Excel has been recognized for its utility inroutine engineering calculations and process design. The integration of Visual Basic
Gao, Rowan University Barnabas Gao is a passionate chemical engineer currently pursuing his PhD at Rowan University in Glassboro, New Jersey. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in Ghana. His research is centered around mathematical modeling, process design and optimization, with the integration of machine learning and high-performance computing to innovate and improve process efficiencies.Brendan Weil, Rowan UniversityDr. Robert P. Hesketh, Rowan University Robert Hesketh is a Professor of Chemical Engineering at Rowan University. He received his B.S. in 1982 from the University of Illinois and his Ph.D. from the University of Delaware in 1987. After
, including faculty and staff with disabilities who teach or work in thelaboratory setting, graduate students whose research is performed in a laboratory setting,students and teachers with disabilities in the K-12 laboratory setting, and employees engaged inother workplace laboratory settings outside of academia.METHODSFaculty in chemical engineering departments across the world were surveyed todetermine the current state of accessibility in unit operations lab spaces andcourses.To assess the current state of unit operations lab space and course accessibility acrosschemical engineering departments, we developed a survey, shown in Table 1, based on theUniversity of Washington (UW) Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology(DO-IT