Paper ID #46422Lowering barriers for marginalized students through equitable multidisciplinaryeducation in Science, Technology, Engineering and MathematicsWiline M Pangle, Central Michigan University Wiline Pangle, Ph.D., is a faculty member in the College of Science and Engineering at Central Michigan University (CMU). Her current research is centered on interdisciplinary pedagogy and inclusive STEM education. She directs the national award winning InSciTE (Integration of Science, Technology and Engineering) program where she leads a team of faculty in teaching transferable skills while addressing inclusion in STEM
Paper ID #46825Analyzing the Impact of Two Co-Curricular Undergraduate Experiential LearningPrograms on STEM Students’ Career ReadinessDr. Rea Lavi, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Dr. Rea Lavi is Digital Education Lecturer and Curriculum Designer with the Dept. of Aeronautics and Astronautics in the School of Engineering at MIT, where he leads the integration of cutting-edge technologies such as virtual reality and generative A.I. into residential education. He is also Lecturer and Curriculum Designer for the New Engineering Education Program (NEET) in the same school, for which he teaches a first-year problem
Paper ID #46646Introducing Angle Sensors into Robot Block Teaching Kits Using Non-ContactMagnetic Rotary EncoderDr. Sumito Nagasawa, Shibaura Institute of Technology Prof. Dr. Sumito Nagasawa received Ph.D. in Engineering from the University of Tokyo in 2001. He is a Professor in Department of Engineering Science and Mechanics at SIT. His research interests include miniaturized robots using Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems technologies and robot education for STEAM.Prof. Hatsuko Yoshikubo Ph.D., SHIBAURA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Dr. Hatsuko Yoshikubo obtained Ph. D. in English Literature from Chiba University in Japan
Paper ID #46014Exploring the Impact of STEM COIL Modules on Global Competence: AStudy of Indonesian Physics Undergraduates and International EngineeringStudents in JapanProf. Hatsuko Yoshikubo Ph.D., SHIBAURA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Dr. Hatsuko Yoshikubo obtained Ph. D. in English Literature from Chiba University in Japan in 2002. She is currently a Professor of Humanities and a senior departmental administrator, currently attached to the Innovative Global Program in the College of Engineering at Shibaura Institute of Technology, a highly-ranked engineering university in Tokyo. Innovative Global Program (IGP) is an
advanced renewable energy systems), apart from being a tenure-track Faculty Member in the Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering Technology (MMET) department in Oregon Tech (OIT). Most recently, he has also been utilizing Machine Learning (ML) approaches to accelerate materials design and reliability for enabling nascent industrial applications in extreme environments (cutting-edge solar PV manufacturing – with REC Singapore, radiation-tolerant space thinfilm coating – with BOEING, and novel 3D nano-architected energy storage electrodes – with NBRI/CATL). ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 AGRO-PV DOME – Developing Agrivoltaics Solution Suitable for OR through
Paper ID #45561Bridging Cultures and Advancing Robotics: A Joint Program on Human-RobotInteraction Through Multicultural, Interdisciplinary LearningDr. Chen Feng, Shibaura Institute of TechnologyProf. John Raiti, University of Washington Prof. John Raiti is an Associate Teaching Professor in Electrical & Computer Engineering at the University of Washington, and is the Technical Programs Advisor at the Global Innovation Exchange (GIX) where he teaches in the Interdisciplinary UW Master of Science in Technology Innovation degree program. He teaches UW graduate level courses in Sensors & Circuits, IoT and Connected
engineeringprofession where I was working with my hands. Because I know I love doing stuff like thiswhere I'm just making little knots and just knitting.” Similarly, Madison talked about how shesees her sewing projects as a part of engineering, saying, “I’m always going to be crafting inwhatever medium, but the want to do something with your hands and just make something isdefinitely connected to engineering.” These statements illustrate that prior experience withcrafting may be a pathway for students into engineering disciplines that students perceive ashands-on and correlates with prior research that exposure to craft technologies can shift students’mindsets about who can be a programmer or engineer [13].Discussion and ConclusionFrom these responses
Paper ID #46624Interdisciplinary Engineering Students Training: A Practice of EngineeringMinor Degree in ChinaDr. Wu Jiayi, Zhejiang University Jiayi Wu is a Ph.D student in the School of public affairs, Zhejiang University. Her research interests include Engineering Education, Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation Management.Zhenyu Wu, Zhejiang UniversityProf. Tuoyu Li, Zhejiang University Tuoyu Li is a associate professor of the Institute of China’s Science, Technology and Education Policy, Zhejiang University. His research interests include Engineering Education, Science Technology and Education Policy
advanced electrochemical, optical, and MEMS devices. A champion of diversity and equity in engineering education, Dr. Yung has designed innovative curricula that integrate project-based learning, hands-on activities, and peer collaboration. He is a strong advocate for incorporating disability perspectives in biomedical engineering, aiming to train a generation of engineers who are equipped to tackle accessibility challenges in healthcare technology. Dr. Yung’s commitment to STEM outreach is evidenced by his extensive work with underrepresented K-12 students in Central New York. Through various programs, including those at La Casita Cultural Center and local schools, he has fostered a love for science and engineering in
Assistant Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Louisiana Tech University. She is also the Director of the Office for Women in Science and Engineering at Louisiana Tech.Dr. Casey Kidd, Louisiana Tech University Casey Kidd is an engineering professional working in the College of Engineering and Science at Louisiana Tech University. His focus is design of in-class projects within the engineering and technology curricula, managing the prototyping lab within the college, as well as teaching engineering and engineering technology courses. He earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in mechanical engineering from Louisiana Tech University in the Spring of 2004 and Spring of 2022, respectively. He completed
interests.Yargo Teixeira Gomes de Melo, York College of Pennsylvania ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Reflections on Artificial Intelligence use in Engineering CoursesChatGPT was launched on November 30, 2022, by the San Francisco-based artificial intelligence(AI) provider, OpenAI. Within a year, this tool has been widely adopted for tasks such as writingpapers, solving engineering problems, programming, and much more. This paper explores thegrowing use of AI by college students and faculty. By embracing OpenAI and similar tools, weaim to demonstrate how these technologies can be used effectively and ethically. We specificallyexamine how AI has been
help students persevere through challenges and turn setbacks intomeaningful learning experiences.Acknowledgements: I would like to thank the department for providing necessary resourcesfor all these undergraduate projects, all the students involved in this project, and lastly Prof.Dennis Johnson, for his support and availability to assist the student groups.References[1] National Research Council, Successful K-12 STEM education: Identifying effective approaches in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics., National Academies Press, 2011.[2] Kloser, M., "Identifying a core set of science teaching practices: A Delphi expert panel approach.," Journal of Research in Science Teaching, , pp. 51(9), 1185-1217., 2014.[3] Prince, M
Paper ID #46113Generative Artificial Intelligence for Enhanced Engineering Education; Strengths,Challenges and ValidationDr. Pooya Niksiar, The Citadel Dr. Niksiar is assistant professor of Mechanical Engineering Department at The Citadel. He received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Clemson University, his M.Sc. from K. N. Toosi University of Technology and his B.Sc. from Isfahan University of Technology, Iran. Prior to joining The Citadel, he was a lecturer at Clemson University. His research includes the design and development of advanced functional porous materials for bio applications. He has published several
subject to discipline-specificprogram criteria in addition to ABET’s general criteria. Non-disciplinary programs are subjectonly to the general criteria. ASEE has served as the lead society for evaluating these programssince 2006. The Accreditation Activities Committee (AAC) of ASEE manages the assignmentand training of ABET program evaluators for this category of engineering programs (along withgeneral engineering technology programs).This paper will present an examination of the landscape of accredited engineering programs thatare described as general or inter/multi-disciplinary. Periodic analysis and comparison of trends inthe number of programs that focus on providing breadth relative to disciplinary depth helps toidentify patterns within
Paper ID #47606Problem-Based and Project-Based Robotics Engineering Program: An IntegratedApproachDr. Franc¸ois Michaud, Universite de Sherbrooke Franc¸ois Michaud, Ph.D., is an engineer and full professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the Universit´e de Sherbrooke, in Qu´ebec Canada. He is the founding director of the Bachelor of Robotics Engineering Program (2017 - 2022) at the Universit´e de Sherbrooke, the first and only one in Canada. He is also a co-founder of Robotique FIRST Quebec (2010 - ).´Elise Richard-B´edard, Universite de Sherbrooke ´ Elise Richard-B´edard is an engineer and
Paper ID #46316External Analysis and Student Perceptions of a Human Centered EngineeringProgramDr. Joshua L. Hertz, Northeastern University Dr. Hertz earned a B.S. in Ceramic Engineering from Alfred University in 1999 and then a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 2006. Following this, he worked at the National Institute of Standards and Technology as a National Research Council postdoctoral fellow. He joined the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Delaware as an Assistant Professor in September 2008, leading a lab that researched the effects of
Paper ID #48716Creating a Course ”Dashboard” to Continually Assess and Improve the Qualityof EducationTabe Ako Abane, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE) Tabe Abane is a PhD student in Engineering Education at Purdue University. He holds an MA in Leadership in Education (2023) from Liverpool John Moores University (UK), a Bachelor of Technology in Renewable Energy (2018), and a Five-Year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering and Teaching (2015) from the University of Bamenda (Cameroon). His dissertation research focuses on how engineering students develop systems thinking in socioenvironmental contexts. Using Social
Paper ID #46164BOARD # 193: How do research universities in China pivot from basic researchto industrial outreach: a multi-case analysis from the perspective of universityindustrial outreach institutionsMs. Weijia Zhang, Zhejiang University School of Public Affairs, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058 Melbourne Graduate School of Education, the University of Melbourne, Vicoria 3010 Research field: Doctoral Education; Engineering Education; Interdisciplinary Research; Higher Education PoliciesProf. Wei Zhang, Zhejiang University 2015-Present Professor, Institute of China’s Science,Technology and Education Strategy, Zhejiang
are not yet formallydefined as such.Broadening Definitions of Technology and SocietyUndergraduate projects focusing on technology present a set of challenges for ethics researchpedagogy. These challenges are primarily about the narrow definitions of “the social” insociotechnical systems. For instance, in engineering design courses, the traditional engineeringethics curriculum puts emphasis on professional commitment to safety and adherence tostandards, regulations, and policies. While these are, of course, extremely important for the 5formation of an engineering student, such an emphasis assumes that standards, regulations, orpolicies are not
Associate Professor in the Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Department at Texas A&M University - Kingsville, and has also worked for Raytheon, Microvision, AT&T Bell Labs, and as an ONR Distinguished Summer Faculty at SPAWAR San Diego, CA. He has over 55 publications covering areas such as adaptive and intelligent controls, robotics, an ocean wave energy converter, green technology, education, wireless sensor networks and image processing. He is a co-inventor on 3 US patents related to control systems. Dr. McLauchlan is a member of ASEE and was the 2012-2014 Chair of the Ocean and Marine Engineering Division. He is also a member of IEEE (senior member), SPIE, Eta Kappa Nu, ACES and Tau Beta Pi, and has
science, and the humanities. Therefore, our graduates need to be prepared toengage in multidisciplinary collaborative problem solving. At Union College threemultidisciplinary team-taught courses were designed as part of the Templeton Institute (TI)mission to provide students with courses that integrate engineering and computer science withthe liberal arts. The courses included an introductory course in Science, Technology, and Society(STS), Humanity-Centered Design (HCD), and Data Sonification. All three courses carriedadditional attributes such as general education credit and/or contributions to major or minorrequirements. The introductory STS course was offered in the Fall terms of 2023 and 2024, andthe HCD course was offered in the Fall term
Paper ID #49285Integrating Robotics and Automation in STEM Education: Preparing theFuture Workforce for Advanced ManufacturingDr. Md B. Sarder, Bowling Green State University Dr. Sarder is a professor & director of the School of Engineering at Bowling Green State University (BGSU). Prior to joining BGSU, he worked at the U.S. Air Force Academy as a distinguished research fellow. He served as an associate professor, and graduate director of the logistics, trade, and transportation program at the University of Southern Mississippi (USM). Dr. Sarder has a record of excellence in research, teaching, and services as
Technology and Education Policy, Zhejiang University. His research interests include Engineering Education, Science Technology and Education Policy. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Designing AI Literacy Curriculum for Multidisciplinary Undergraduates: Insights from a Case Study on General AI Courses1. IntroductionArtificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly integrated into human activities. Generative AI,particularly industry-specific large models, has entered a phase of rapid growth and is nowembedded across various sectors, including finance, healthcare, education, and law. Accordingto the IBM 2023 Global AI Adoption Index [1], approximately 42% of enterprise-levelcompanies
Dr. Halada, Associate Professor in Materials Science and Chemical Engineering at Stony Brook University, directs an interdisciplinary undergraduate degree program in Engineering Science. He designs educational materials focused on nanotechnology, advanced ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 It Takes a Village: A Collaborative Online Game Supporting Inclusive Teaching and Learning of STEMDr. Lori Scarlatos, Stony Brook University Lori is an Associate Professor and Graduate Director in the Department of Technology and Society at Stony Brook University. Her research encompasses computer graphics, human-computer interaction, and visualization. Her current
property changes. This hands-on approach enhancesstudents' understanding and interest in STEM fields, providing a promising model for engagingand cost-effective education. Furthermore, our approach underscores the potential of usingeveryday materials for effective STEM education, promoting critical thinking and problem-solvingskills.KeywordsSTEM education/ K-12/ college students/ Pressure sensor/ Interdisciplinary learning /Experiential learningIntroductionIn an era dominated by rapid technological advancements and an increasing reliance on digital andengineering solutions, the importance of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics(STEM) cannot be overstated [1], [2]. The cornerstbegin nurturing a future workforce adept inthese areas
Technology Leadership and Innovation as well as the program lead for the Design and Innovation Minor at Purdue University. Dr. Strimel conducts research on design pedagogy, cognition, and assessment as well as the preparation of P-12 engineering teachers. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 What Would It Take to Achieve Convergence Education? Insights from Transdisciplinary Education ProjectsAbstract The shift towards convergence education, which integrates knowledge across disciplinesto address complex societal challenges, has gained momentum. Transdisciplinary approaches playa key role in this shift by fostering innovation, enhancing job readiness, and
, program development, crafting interactive curricula, and bringing ideas to fruition. With over 9 years of experience in Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering, Anand possesses a solid background in Innovation and Entrepreneurship education, Additive Manufacturing, and Digital Fabrication technologies. His academic credentials include an M.B.A from WPI, an M.S. in Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering from New York University and a B.E in Mechanical Engineering from Anna University.Prof. Ahmet Can Sabuncu, Worcester Polytechnic Institute Dr. Sabuncu holds a Ph. D. in Aerospace Engineering from Old Dominion University. Dr. Sabuncu’s professional interests spans from engineering education research, history of science
-in-chief of ASEE’s Computers in Education Journal; and a trained ABET Program Evaluator. He is the author of over 75 peer reviewed articles, has appeared as a guest on NPR, and served on advisory panels for NSF, ONR, DoT, NASA, Office of the Secretary of Defense and the Marine Corps Intelligence Agency.Dr. Jenelle Armstrong Piepmeier, United States Naval Academy Dr. Jenelle Piepmeier earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from LeTourneau University. She went on to earn a Master of Science and Ph.D. from Georgia Institute of Technology, also in Mechanical Engineering. For over 20 years she has taught robotics, computer vision, and control systems to the future leaders of the Navy and Marine Corps at
EDA.Raycelle C. C. Garcia, University of Nebraska - Lincoln Raycelle C. C. Garcia is an Instructional Designer supporting the College of Engineering at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln. She earned a B.A. in Mathematics from UC Berkeley and a M.S. in Learning Design and Technology from Stanford University. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025WORK-IN-PROGRESS: DEVELOPMENT OF A NEW ROBOTICSENGINEERING DEGREE IN RESPONSE TO INDUSTRY NEEDSNikhil Satyala, Rachael Wagner, Evan Balleweg, Tareq Daher, Raycelle Garcia, Carl Nelson, MarkRiley; University of Nebraska-Lincoln, College of Engineering, Lincoln, NE 68588-06571. ABSTRACTThis “Work in Progress” highlights development of a new B.S. program in
Mechanical Engineering at Penn State and a second M. S. degree in Management of Technology from Rensselaer Polytechnical Institute. Working in the Aerospace industry as a Senior Analytical Engineer for the past 45 years, he also has taught undergraduate mathematics and physics at several institutions as an adjunct professor. These experiences fueled his passion to bring real world engineering into the classroom. Mr. Coates is currently teaching at Penn State for the Aerospace Engineering Department. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Survey of Research-focused Engineering Programs and Modern Technical Communication Learning OutcomesAbstract: This paper examines