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ECE-Faculty Perspectives and Curriculum Evolution

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Melinda Holtzman, Portland State University; Branimir Pejcinovic, Portland State University; Andrew Greenberg, Portland State University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

capstone project. Apart from a light teamproject in their freshman introductory class, students in their sophomore and junior yearsgenerally only work with a lab partner. Without the experience working with larger teams,students in capstone often find their projects suffer due to teamwork issues they are unpreparedto deal with. In addition, while some sophomore and junior labs are project-oriented, they tend tobe much better defined and structured than capstone projects. Students go into capstone lackingexperience in defining, documenting, scheduling, reporting and in general managing a largeproject.The second reason is that students need to repeatedly practice complex tasks such as teamwork,project management, and communication. While the first

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ECE-Applications of AI and ChatGPT in Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Farid Farahmand, Sonoma State University; Shivakumar Mathapathi, Northeastern University, Silicon Valley Campus

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

Capstone CourseKeywords: Capstone Projects, Electrical Engineering Education, Generative AI in Education,ChatGPT, Entrepreneurship in Engineering, Marketing and Design Requirements, ABET.1. IntroductionIn recent years, many engineering programs have integrated entrepreneurship education into thecapstone experience, blending technical engineering skills with entrepreneurial processes,namely ideation, customer discovery, client validation, and commercial viability [3] Theseprocesses enable students to translate their technical knowledge into economically relevantengineering practice. The objective is to produce graduates who are not only technicallyproficient but also capable of navigating the business landscape, ethically aware, and responsiveto

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ECE-Instructional Tools and Online Resources

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Pritpal Singh, Villanova University

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Diversity

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

toolbox of many relevant toolsfor working on international development projects. These include low-cost, open-sourcemicrocontrollers (such as the Arduino) and computers (e.g. Raspberry Pi), low-cost communicationsdevices (e.g. Ubiquiti equipment), low-cost solar panels and LED lights, etc. There is an opportunity toengage ECE students in humanitarian engineering-oriented capstone projects that are focused onaddressing the UN Sustainable Development goals in underserved communities around the world.These types of projects are particularly engaging with today’s students who are interested in making adifference in the world and may struggle to see such an impact in traditional electrical engineeringcurricula. The topic of humanitarian engineering may

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Enhancing Student Engagement and Support in ECE Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rohit Dua, Missouri University of Science and Technology

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

, while simultaneously pursuing increasingly difficult projects from one course to the next. Typical course sequences include: o CpE 3150 → CpE 3110 → CpE 5410 & CpE 5220 o EE 3410 → CpE 5450 & CpE 5610 o FWE → EE 3120 Students were able to use the learnt skills to implement capstone experiential learning and senior design projects [10, 11, 14, 15, 20, 21]. This culmination of skill building endeavor is by far the biggest pro feedback for executing project-based courses. For the student, an obvious drawback of this undertaking is the limited availability of such project-based course sequences.  Enjoyable and fun learning experiences?: While the amount of experienced

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ECE-Circuit Courses: Instructional Innovations and Student Success

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gang Sun, Northern Kentucky University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

a dedicated module within the Embedded Systems Course-2 and capstone designcourses, utilizing industry-standard design tools such as Eagle CAD or Altium Designer. Tostrengthen students’ programming skills, additional lab assignments covering advanced Cprogramming topics—such as pointers, data structures, and algorithms—can be integrated intothe Embedded C programming class and Embedded Systems Course-2. Additionally, systemtesting and debugging concepts can be incorporated into final embedded systems projects byrequiring students to conduct structured debugging exercises using tools like logic analyzers,oscilloscopes, and embedded system debuggers. Lastly, collaborating with industry experts to provide workshops on emerging

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Poster Session-Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Aldo Morales, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, The Capital College; Sedig Salem Agili, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, The Capital College

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

and advanced vector networkanalyzers, that are typically used in the SI laboratory, which tends to be very expensive andbeyond the standard laboratory equipment in an undergraduate program. In this paper, we reporton the efforts that we have made to keep our signal integrity lab current with new laboratoryexperiences and capstone projects and undergraduate research. For example, recently, we haveobtained support from the Office Naval Research and the local administration to acquire newVector Network Analyzer to enhance undergraduate/graduate education and research in signalintegrity. We have also received a time domain reflectometer (TDR) donation from a localcompany, and submitted a new Major Research Instrumentation (MRI), National

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ECE-Career Development and Program Structures

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Umar Iqbal, Illinois State University; Md Shahin Alam, Illinois State University; Jing Wang, Illinois State University; Vijay Devabhaktuni, Illinois State University

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Diversity

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

students in hands-on projects and problem-solvingactivities [1], [10]. These are not simply introductory surveys; they involve active design andbuilding experiences. This early and consistent exposure to design and prototyping continuesthroughout the program. Laboratory courses, integrated with lectures, reinforce theoreticalconcepts in subsequent years. The curriculum culminates in team-based senior capstone projects.These capstone projects frequently address authentic engineering challenges, often in collaborationwith industry partners, providing students with invaluable real-world experience. This approach,embedding industry partnerships, internships, and co-op experiences throughout the studentjourney, ensures graduates possess both technical

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ECE-Embedded Systems Education: Innovation and Virtual Platforms

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mahmoud Al-Quzwini, Stevens Institute of Technology, School of Engineering and Science.

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

PCB workshop, which equips students with the skills to designand implement custom Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs). Students learn industry-standard practicesfor schematic capture, component placement, and PCB design, using DipTrace software.A hallmark of the course is the capstone project, where students work in teams to design andimplement innovative solutions. Teams conceptualize project ideas, refine them through instructorfeedback, and prepare a Bill of Materials (BoM) for required components. These projects allowstudents to apply their knowledge to solve practical engineering problems while gainingexperience in teamwork and project management. The department supports these efforts byprocuring necessary components, ensuring that students

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Poster Session-Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Md Sakib Ullah Sourav, Concordia University; Yong Zeng, Concordia University; Hua Ge, Concordia University; Ali Akgunduz, Concordia University

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Diversity

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

CBE 3315A/B Chemical Reaction Engineering AISE 3351A/B Machine Learning for Engineers 4 CBE 4415A/B Process Dynamics and Control CBE 4424A/B Biochemical Engineering AISE 4430A/B AI Applications in Chemical Engineering 5 CBE 4497 Chemical Engineering Design Project AISE 4499 AISE Capstone ProjectCivil Engineering (Structural Stream) with AISE Specialization: Year Course Code Course title 2 CEE 2202A/B Structural Mechanics CEE 2220A/B Surveying AISE 2205A/B Introduction to Artificial Intelligence 3 CEE 3326A/B Structural Analysis CEE 3348A/B Reinforced Concrete Design AISE 3351A/B Machine Learning for Engineers 4 CEE

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ECE-Student Learning and Academic Performance

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ilya Mikhelson, Northwestern University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

summarize the findings and present nextsteps.2 Class DesignAt Northwestern University, all engineering degrees end with a capstone design class. Inelectrical and computer engineering, this involves two courses: one to prepare students forindependent design, and one to showcase the design skills through a considerable project. Thecourse detailed in this manuscript is the former.The overall goal of the course is to provide a rigorous preparation for the general skills that arenecessary to make a professional embedded system. To this end, there are two main components:learning and practice. In the classroom, students learn a bevy of pertinent skills, which will bedetailed in Section 2.2. In the laboratory, students put their knowledge to use to

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ECE-Faculty Perspectives and Curriculum Evolution

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Andrew Begel, Carnegie Mellon University; D. Matthew Boyer, Clemson University; Rick Kubina, Pennsylvania State University; Somayeh Asadi, University of Virginia; Taniya Mishra; Ren Butler, Carnegie Mellon University; JiWoong Jang, Carnegie Mellon University

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Diversity

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

and instructors withdiverse teaching backgrounds. The program curriculum combined conceptual and technicalinstruction in AI, emphasizing experiential learning through project-based activities andreal-world applications. Spanning 4.5 weeks, the program utilized a structured schedule oflectures, workshops, and team-based projects, culminating in a capstone presentation.Research DesignThis study is an iteration of formative assessment in a more extensive design-based research anddevelopment project. In this iteration, we explore instructors' experiences within this uniqueeducational context during the first year of implementation. This design suits the researchquestions, allowing in-depth exploration of complex, real-world phenomena in a

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ECE-Career Development and Program Structures

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shiny Abraham, Seattle University; Agnieszka Miguel, Seattle University; Mehmet Vurkac, Seattle University; Henry Louie, Seattle University; Shruti Singh, Seattle University; Margarita D. Takach, Seattle University

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Diversity

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

personal andprofessional settings. Another example is the ‘Professional Continual Learning’ module in ECEGR 3710, a spring quarter course forstudents in their junior year. It is at this point that many students begin thinking about post-graduation pathways and exploringopportunities to strengthen their career preparedness. Finally, ECEGR 4870, the first course in a three-quarter senior design (capstone)sequence and a key touchpoint before students enter the workforce, seemed well-suited for the ‘Social Responsibility’ and ‘Bias andMicroaggression’ modules.Table 1: Pilot Implementation Plan for AY 2024-25. An overview of the modules highlighted is included in this paper.Course Course Title Quarter Program Curricular Outcome

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ECE-Outreach and Engagement Strategies for Inspiring Future Engineers

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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YiXiang Shawn Sun, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Guannan Shi, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Wayne A Scales, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Pamela Leigh-Mack, Virginia State University

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Diversity

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

onlyunderstand how systems work but also articulate or apply principles in new contexts. The QKDlab, for instance, prompted students to abstract concepts about photon polarization,measurement, and error detection into a functional mental model of quantum-securedcommunication. Similarly, the poster project required students to generalize learning acrossmodules into novel applications, promoting higher-order thinking and deeper conceptualmastery. Finally, students engaged in Active Experimentation through the design andimplementation of their own research projects, an essential capstone that allowed them to testand apply their ideas independently. For many participants, this was their first opportunity toengage in self-directed research using advanced lab

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ECE-Embedded Systems Education: Innovation and Virtual Platforms

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Guoping Wang, Purdue University Fort Wayne

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

48500 covers the following topics: an introduction to embedded real-time operating systems, with anemphasis on embedded system software development, tasks, inter-task communications andsynchronization, as well as network software.Students in both ECE 43700 and ECE 48500 are assigned written homework assignments, online quizzes,hands-on projects, and both middle and final exams.ECE 40500 is the first course of a two-semester sequence of senior capstone design. It provides studentswith experience in the process and practice of electrical/computer component/system design from conceptthrough final design. Emphasis is placed on teamwork, project management, and oral and writtencommunication.General lectures on issues important to the engineering

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Emerging Technologies and AI Integration in ECE Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mojeed Olamide Bello, Morgan State University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

incorporating this research into standard methodology courses withinECE and STEM programs—particularly capstone design projects—studentsgain hands-on experience with emerging technologies and power gridinfrastructure protection. The study supports the development of skills indata analytics, system modeling, and cybersecurity, ultimately enhancingstudents' technical expertise and problem-solving abilities in a rapidlyevolving engineering landscape.Specifically, the research focuses on investigating the vulnerabilities ofsmart grid networks to false load-flow data injection, and discussesimprovements in detection and mitigation strategies to strengthen gridresilience. The study contributes to critical aspects of security, monitoring,and predictive

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ECE-Cybersecurity and Quantum Technology Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Suryansh Upadhyay, The Pennsylvania State University; Swaroop Ghosh, The Pennsylvania State University; Kathleen M. Hill

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Diversity

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

reinforce foundational concepts in classical and quantum security,as well as hardware security techniques.2.2.6 Capstone ProjectsInterdisciplinary projects requiring students to identify and address vulnerabilities in classical andquantum systems, with deliverables including secure hardware designs or quantum-enhanced cryp-tographic protocols.2.2.7 Flipped Classroom ApproachEncouraging active participation and deeper understanding by assigning preparatory materials forpre-class study, followed by in-class collaborative problem-solving.3 Implementation and PilotingWe evaluated the impact of a quantum computing curriculum on graduate student learning, spe-cially focusing on the developed course - EE597: Introduction to Hardware Security

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ECE-Outreach and Engagement Strategies for Inspiring Future Engineers

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Angela Luojia Zhang, Basis San Antonio - Shavano Campus; Michael Frye, University of the Incarnate Word

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

surveyhighlights FTC teams' substantial commitment to robot building and outreach activities. Teamsadvancing to the world championships typically invest 9–12 hours per week from earlySeptember to late April. If measured in academic terms, this commitment exceeds the workloadof a three-credit senior or capstone project. Even though most FTC teams are school-affiliated,robotics competitions are rarely integrated into formal coursework. School administrators havemade limited efforts to recognize FTC participation as part of senior projects or capstoneexperiences. This gap presents an opportunity for educators to enhance robotics education byformally incorporating FTC involvement into academic curricula.ConclusionThe insights gained from this study provide

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ECE-Grading Approaches and Assessment Practices

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ilya Mikhelson, Northwestern University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

, CLO Groenwald, and CS Gonz´alez-Gonz´alez, “Combining flipped classroom, project-based learning, and formative assessment strategies in engineering studies,” International Journal of Engineering Education, vol. 35, no. 6, pp. 1673–1683, 2019.[17] Michael Trevisan, Denny Davis, Steven Beyerlein, Phillip Thompson, and Olakunle Harrison, “A review of literature on assessment practices in capstone engineering design courses: Implications for formative assessment,” in 2006 Annual Conference & Exposition, 2006, pp. 11–112.[18] Danielle L Iamarino, “The benefits of standards-based grading: A critical evaluation of modern grading practices,” Current Issues in Education, vol. 17, no. 2, 2014.[19] Sandra P Thomas, “Grappling