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NSF Grantees Poster Session II

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Amy B Chan Hilton, University of Southern Indiana; John Krupczak Jr, Hope College

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

in 2022, 2023, and2024 to gather, effectively understand, and use institutional data as they develop their S-STEMproposals. The intended workshop audience was individuals and teams preparing proposals forthe NSF Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (S-STEM) (S-STEM) program, such as faculty principal investigators (PIs), STEM administrators, andprofessionals in institutional research and sponsored projects roles. The workshop series focusedon the institutional/student data components of the S-STEM proposal (e.g., the required datatable “regarding the pool of potential scholars and current 1-year retention rates and graduationrates for the same pool of students in each S-STEM eligible discipline” [4]). This

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ERM Technical Session: Professional Formation & Career Aspirations

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Andrea Lidia (Lili) Castillo, Arizona State University; Dina Verdin, Arizona State University, Polytechnic Campus

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

and a sense ofbelonging on students’ persistence beliefs using data collected at one point in time [1]. However,this snapshot view offers a limited understanding of how identity and belongingness influencestudents’ persistence. It is important to consider how students are authoring and sustaining theiridentities as engineers over time. As students progress through their engineering degree programs,they are in negotiations with their role as students and engineers. While some readily take on theidentity of an engineer at present, others hold an aspirational view of one day becoming an engineer[2]. By considering the ways Latinx engineering students are operationalizing their engineeringidentity, as present-oriented or aspirational, we can

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Advancing Labs: From VR to Process Control

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tata Serebryany, University of Washington; Jennafer Marsh, Brigham Young University; Hayden Scott West; Stacy K Firth, University of Utah

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED)

. PID controllers can be used for a wide variety of control systems, from simplefeedback loops to multi-stage cascade controllers accounting for multiple disturbances in asystem.Studies from many decades ago, as well as recent research have indicated that there is asignificant disconnect between practical application of process control in industry and what isbeing taught at the undergraduate level, and call for more robust education in practical processcontrol [1],[2],[3],[4]. An NSF-sponsored study conducted by the American Institute ofChemical Engineers has relayed industry requests for a bigger focus on implementation ofprocess control as opposed to theory [5].Many courses exist within other engineering departments, expanded studies, and

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) - Teaching Engineering Decision and Process

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Erica J Marti, University of Nevada - Las Vegas; David Earl James, University of Nevada - Las Vegas

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

effectiveness of repeated practice in developingand retaining engineering design skills.Keywords: engineering design, capstone design, first-year engineering, spaced repetition,specifications grading1. IntroductionThe engineering design process is considered to be a core aspect of any engineering program.Indeed, to meet ABET accreditation requirements, all engineering programs must addressstudent outcomes, which includes the application of engineering design. Adoption of the ABETEC 2000 Criteria in 1996 prompted an increase in engineering design emphasis in thecurriculum, such as through capstone design courses [1]. A majority of capstone coursessurveyed were initiated after 1990 [2], with first-year engineering design courses becomingpopular shortly

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DSAI Technical Session 3: Integrating Data Science in Curriculum Design

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Elizabeth Milonas, New York City College of Technology; Qiping Zhang, Long Island University; Duo Li, Shenyang Institute of Technology

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Diversity

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Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) Constituent Committee

ASIST&T, and his research interests are focused on Human-Computer-Interaction, Big Data, and Data Analytics. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Shaping Future Innovators: A Curriculum Comparison of Data Science Programs in Leading U.S. and Chinese InstitutionsASEE submission:Data Science & Analytics Constituent Committee (DSA)1. IntroductionThe Data Science field has been evolving rapidly both in the United States and in China in recentyears. More and more day-to-day and business applications are depending on data sciencetechnologies such as data mining, machine learning, data management, and artificial intelligence[1]. With this rise in such data science technologies and

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Sustainability & Civil Engineering

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Julius Ogaga Etuke, Morgan State University; Adeolu Victor Banjo, Morgan State University; Micheal Oketunde Okegbola, Morgan State University; Pelumi Olaitan Abiodun, Morgan State University; Oludare Adegbola Owolabi P.E., Morgan State University

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

challenges. While this study provides valuable insights intostudent knowledge and perceptions, future research should explore the roles of faculty and industryprofessionals in shaping sustainability education, examining the impact of faculty training,industry partnerships, and professional mentorship on student learning outcomes.Keywords: Sustainable development, perception, civil engineering education, sustainableinfrastructure, sustainability assessment tools, Historically Black College and University (HBCU)1. IntroductionCivil engineers are pivotal in advancing sustainable development to achieve long-termenvironmental, social, and economic goals. The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)emphasizes that civil engineers play a key role in

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Supporting Teacher Practices for Inclusive and Culturally Relevant Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Pamela S. Lottero-Perdue Ph.D., Towson University; Jamie Mikeska

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

and development of a formal plan in engineeringdesign processes. According to Crismond and Adams, informed designers—i.e., those whose“level of competence lies somewhere between that of the novice and expert designer” (p. 743)—use divergent thinking to generate as many ideas as possible [1]. The underlying idea ofbrainstorming is that thinking of more ideas will ultimately lead to a better idea to be realizedlater in the design process [2]. For example, Kudrowitz and Dippo summarized findings of theirempirical work on brainstorming, or ideation, as follows: “to get more original solutions [to aproblem], one must push past and build upon the ideas generated first to arrive at the lessobvious ideas and association” (p. 15) [3].Despite

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) - Team-Based and Experiential Learning

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Caleb Z. Smith, Florida Polytechnic University; Elisabeth Kames Ph.D., Florida Polytechnic University; Alexander R. Murphy, Florida Polytechnic University

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

disciplines to enhance collaborative efforts and skills [1], [2]. Designprojects in undergraduate STEM education can exist throughout the curriculum, in a specificdesign course, or as an extracurricular activity. Design projects can simulate real-worldexperiences to increase students’ technical and professional growth.1.1. Design Projects in STEM Education Undergraduate STEM education is developed to teach and prepare students for upcomingindustry challenges through the development of skills and knowledge [1]. Students are given theopportunity to address different types of challenges throughout their learning experiences. One ofthe challenges that students may face exists in the form of design projects. Design projects teachstudents how to apply

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Engineering and Public Policy Division (EPP) Technical Session 2

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Monika Tomar, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Mario Ventresca, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)

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Engineering and Public Policy Division (EPP)

is an effectivestrategy to increase student engagement with team members and with the material itself [2][12],and help students cultivate professional communication and feedback skills [13].However, team-based learning is known to face persistent challenges with unequal contributions,misreporting of peer contributions [1] [14] [20] and negative perceptions [10], despite havingvarious mechanisms for encouraging student participation. Grading mechanisms cansignificantly influence team-based learning and outcomes. Many existing approaches have beenimplemented to address free-riding and increase students’ accountability [3][4]. Despite thecollective goal of team-based learning, students are often driven by individual incentives [6].This

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Empowering Pre-College Students through AI and Computer Science: Standards, Self-Efficacy, and Social Impact

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shana Lee McAlexander, Duke University; George Delagrammatikas, Duke University

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

visiting scientistsand engineers. Team projects included designs for prosthetics, bike safety, adaptive devices,medical care, and crop irrigation.Most students believed they gained the ability to improve the world through their designs,emphasizing that they can accomplish much more when working on a team. Additional interviewfindings focused on students’ experience with career sessions where they engaged withscience/engineering professionals including local entrepreneurs. Students expressed confidencein understanding the wide array of engineering-related careers and steps needed to pursue thesefields. The summer program reinforced student interest in STEM majors and careers withenthusiasm for “design for good.”1. IntroductionThis paper details the

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Work-in-Progress 5: Academic Support, Retention, and Success Strategies

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Renisha Howard Jones, North Carolina A&T State University; Melissa Siegel Barrios, MSB Consulting LLC; Stephanie Luster-Teasley, North Carolina A&T State University

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Diversity

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD)

contributing to the academic success of mid-range engineering studentsThis is a works-in-progress submission. In engineering, the expectation is that students oftenhave a 3.0 GPA or above to be eligible for internships and scholarships and are on track for acareer in the field. The present study seeks to examine how students can use forms of communitycultural wealth [1] to enhance their engineering identity and self-efficacy and increase thesupport of community and resources to increase their GPA performance and persistence inengineering. Using an assets-based approach to examine how students achieve academic success,this study will examine the effect participation in an academic program aimed at student successhad on mid-range

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Vivek Singhal, University of Wisconsin - Stout; Devin R. Berg, University of Wisconsin - Stout

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

thickness, students canexplore Ultimate Tensile Strength (UTS). Additionally, using a torque wrench and anarrangement of gears mounted on shafts enables students to measure the angle of twist. Thesehands-on experiments foster an engaging, accessible learning environment that is directlyapplicable to their coursework.Literature ReviewMechanics of materials courses are widely recognized as challenging for both instructors andstudents due to the highly analytical and theoretical nature of the content. According to Wang etal. [1], this difficulty arises from the complex concepts involved and the disconnect betweentheoretical material behavior and students' practical experiences.In response to these challenges, several studies have highlighted the

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Computers in Education Division (COED) Track 4.D

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James E. Lewis, University of Louisville; Nicholas Hawkins, University of Louisville; Brian Scott Robinson, University of Louisville; Angela Thompson P.E., University of Louisville

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

a scanner, detect if the gateopened or not, and then drive through the gateway if it opened.At the end of the semester, students were asked to complete a survey regarding their interest inengineering with respect to this new cornerstone project as well as interest based on different skills(programming, circuitry, etc.) used in ENGR 111. The survey included multiple Likert-scalequestions, including one particular question that asked, “How much did the opportunity to workwith a robot for this semester’s cornerstone experience impact your interest in the ENGR 111course?” The Likert-scale was: Not at all, Somewhat, Slightly, Very, and Extremely. Previousresearch shows a relationship between student interest and persistence [1][2][3]. The

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NSF Grantees Poster Session I

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Samantha Speer, Carnegie Mellon University; Melisa Orta Martinez, Carnegie Mellon University; Kylie Peppler, University of California, Irvine; Olivia Robinson, Carnegie Mellon University; Joey Huang, North Carolina State University; Nickolina Yankova; Santiago Ojeda-Ramirez, University of California, Irvine

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

Education, 2025 NSF-Supported DUE: Introducing Robotics through a Weaving-Based Undergraduate Curriculum: Towards Breaking STEM StereotypesIntroductionDespite efforts to make STEM fields more inclusive, engineering and computer science are stillperceived as exclusionary by women and people of color [1, 2]. STEM is also often seen as tooabstract for everyday relevance [3, 2], affecting efforts to involve underrepresented groups inSTEM [1] and change the sometimes exclusionary workplace and university cultures [4]. In thiswork, we recast the paradigm of a robotics course into a more inclusive space by highlightinginterdisciplinary collaboration in engineering and the mutual value of engineering and craftingthrough weaving – a craft that

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NSF Grantees Poster Session II

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kirsten A. Davis, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Lexy Chiwete Arinze, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Sigrid -- Berka, The University of Rhode Island; Christopher Cooper, University of Cincinnati; Joe Tort, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

annually. Chris has extensive experience with international work-abroad programming and cross-cultural competency.Joe Tort, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE) ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Developing a Survey Exploring the Impact of Global Undergraduate Experiences on Engineers’ Career Pathways (RFE #2308607)Engineers are increasingly required to work in a global environment – collaborating withcolleagues, suppliers, and customers across cultural and national borders. To prepare engineeringstudents for this global workplace, it is important that we support their development of globalcompetence and related skills [1]. Global engineering programs, such as study abroad

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MATH - Student Readiness for Mathematics

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Karen C Enderle, Clemson University; Megan Che

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Mathematics Division (MATH)

Model for the Secondary-TertiaryTransition in Mathematics developed by Clark and Lovric [1],[2] is completed. The theoreticalmodel proposes that the secondary-tertiary transition in mathematics is a rite of passage [1],[2].During the transition, students may struggle due to differences in high school and collegemathematics [1],[2]. Because of this struggle, mathematics is commonly characterized as agatekeeper to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) degrees [3].Therefore, for mathematics-heavy STEM majors, such as engineering, mathematics courserequirements could inhibit STEM degree completion. By better understanding the secondary-tertiary transition in mathematics, student accessibility to college mathematics could

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yareni P Lara-Rodríguez, University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus; Christopher Papadopoulos, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED)

have the opportunity to make a difference in the world, and you don’t do it, then you are wasting your time on earth. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Work in Progress: Development of a Teaching Module to Elicit Retention of Conceptual Learning in the Biomedical Engineering Discipline for High School StudentsIntroductionHands-on activities implemented in the classroom can be beneficial for students to reinforce theirlearning and concept retention [1]. In previous works, it has been demonstrated that high schoolstudents need guidance to learn new concepts in biomedical engineering courses, for example tohelp them navigate potential frustration during the learning

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NSF Grantees Poster Session I

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Prajnaparamita Dhar, The University of Kansas

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

diverseengineering workforce, it is important to create a pipeline of diverse students who are interestedin engineering [1]. The Inquiry Driven Engineering Activities using Bioengineering Examples(IDEA-BioE) project was designed to engage secondary science and mathematics teachers inresearch focused on biomedical engineering and translate those experiences into modules thatteachers can implement in their classrooms.Surveys show that interest in engineering among pre-college students, especially girls andstudents from racial and ethnic minority groups, is often low (relative to other STEM fields suchas medicine), in part due to students’ lack of understanding as to what engineering is. Negativestereotypes of engineers (e.g., as “nerdy” or socially awkward

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Empowering Pre-College Students through AI and Computer Science: Standards, Self-Efficacy, and Social Impact

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

S. Shailja, Stanford University; Thomas John Williams, University of California Merced; Ayush Pandey, University of California Merced

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

surveys con-ducted when students were enrolled in the pre-college program. Our findings provide importantinsights on designing teaching approaches and future pre-college programs that enhance students’preparation for first-year engineering programs and careers in CS and AI.1 IntroductionThe need for a talented engineering workforce continues to grow at a rapid pace [1], while 4-yeargraduation rates are declining [2] and high attrition rates are observed in many engineering pro-grams [3]. In 2024, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics [1] reported that the need for employment inSTEM areas is expected to be 5% higher than in non-STEM careers. Educators and policy makerstackle this need in multiple ways: bridge programs for first-year college students

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ME Division 6: Innovative Simulation and Extended Reality Techniques

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Xiaobin Le, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Gloria Guohua Ma, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

senior years for mechanical engineeringprograms. This paper presents a comprehensive design project, the analysis of the bolted-flange-gasket design project based on API(American Petroleum Institute)-6A standard, whichconnects a high-pressure tank (5000 psi) to a piping system. In this project, students wererequired to study and understand the API 6A standard. Then, they were asked to use the API 6Astandard to design a bolted-flange-gasket assembly by creating models and selecting materials.Finally, they conducted the FEA simulation to prove that the design would satisfy the designrequirement of no oil leakage. This paper will present the implementation of this project, theclass survey results and student feedback in the 2023 spring semester.1

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Integrating Environmental Justice and Sustainability in K-12 Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shannon L. Isovitsch Parks P.E., University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown; Fethiye Ozis Ph.D., P.E., ENV SP, Carnegie Mellon University

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

classrooms.IntroductionConsideration of sustainable practices is increasingly important in a multitude of fields asrecognized by ABET [1], the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) [2], theAmerican Society of Civil Engineers [3] and the American Academy of EnvironmentalEngineers and Scientists (AAEES) [4]. AAEES recommends that sustainability be integratedinto all engineering disciplines [4], and ABET includes sustainability-related criteria in severalprograms including architectural, industrial, and mining engineering in addition to civil andenvironmental engineering. Engineering for One Planet (EOP) is an example of an initiative toprovide instructors in higher education with resources to integrate sustainability across allengineering disciplines [5]. As

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ME Division 15: Grading Practices and Student Performance

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Erik Hurlen, University of Washington

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Diversity

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

engineering and therefore itis crucial to understand any demographic discrepancies that may exist. This paper examines theconfidence of students in two second year Engineering classes by having them predict theirscores both before and after quizzes and then compares those predictions to their actualperformance. This is then broken down by student reported demographic data to supportprevious research and to determine any new emerging trends. The data suggested that studentswith lower grades tended to overestimate their performance, while higher achieving studentstended to underestimate their abilities. This lower confidence was particularly true for non-maleand older students.1. IntroductionConfidence and self-efficacy beliefs are linked to student’s

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Construction Engineering Division: Emerging Technologies and Data Analytics

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sanjeev Adhikari, Kennesaw State University; Narmada Vadlamudi, Kennesaw State University

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

. Students and departments have always praised him for his outstanding teaching and research excellence. He has been involved in numerous professional societies to supplement his teaching and research, including ASCE, ACI, ASEE, ASC, ATMAE, and TRB. His research output has been well disseminated as he has published 100+ journal papers and conference papers. His research interests are 1) Creating Innovative Sustainable Materials, 2) Digital Construction, 3) BIM and VDC, 4) Virtual Testing Lab, 5) Construction Education, and 6) Sustainability.Narmada Vadlamudi, Kennesaw State University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Assessing the Impact of VR in Construction Management

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 6

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Harpreet Auby, Tufts University; Milo Koretsky, Tufts University

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

empirical research paper, we aim to identify dimensions of student practices andperceptions using the Concept Warehouse (CW) [1] when answering concept questions withinstatics and dynamics classes. Instructional practices centered on active learning have been shownto positively impact student outcomes like retention, engagement, and learning gains [2] - [7].Freeman et al. [2] call for “second-generation research,” where researchers should explore therelationship between instructional practices and active learning, the intensity of active learningand learning gain, or other measures related to understanding active learning and its impacts. Theuse of educational technology to promote active learning has been previously evaluated;however, work still

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ELOS Technical Session 6: BYOE (Bring Your Own Experiment): Engaging Students with Creative Hands-on Laboratory Experiences

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Trevont Moore, Oral Roberts University; Jonathan V Ophus, Oral Roberts University; Gabriel Pendell, Oral Roberts University; Michael Portman, Oral Roberts University; Jordan Matthew Swan, Oral Roberts University; Manuel Yanez, Oral Roberts University; John E Matsson, Oral Roberts University

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Stretch Blow Molding Laboratory Using Preform and 3D Printed MoldAbstractThis project introduces a stretch blow molding laboratory designed to enhance studentunderstanding of manufacturing processes, material behavior, and simulation techniques. The labwas implemented as part of an undergraduate engineering course, aligning with ABET StudentOutcome 1 by integrating theoretical knowledge with hands-on application. Students exploredthe stretch blow molding process by reverse-engineering a commercial Dr. Pepper bottle,conducting 3D scanning, CAD modeling, and 3D printing to fabricate a mold forexperimentation.The primary educational objective was to

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Persistence, Outcomes and Barriers for Women in Engineering

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tianjiao Zhao, East Carolina University; Xi Lin, East Carolina University; Xi Wang P.E., Drexel University; Yidan Zhu, Texas State University; Pianpian Huang, East Carolina University; Bingbing Li, University of British Columbia, Vancouver; Qiuhan Ji, University of British Columbia, Vancouver

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Women in Engineering Division (WIED)

informing academic discussions on STEM diversity,this study guides future research and institutional strategies aimed at attracting more women toSTEM fields, improving their career entry and advancement, and fostering a more inclusiveprofessional pipeline.Keywords: STEM Women, Gender Equity, Gender Bias, Career Dilemmas, Inclusive STEMEducation Strategies, Mentorship and Policy ReformIntroductionThe Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) industry has experiencedsignificant growth over the past few decades, driven by economic development, technologicaladvancements, and the increasing demand for innovation [1]. Despite this expansion, genderdisparities persist, with women remaining significantly underrepresented across STEM fields

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ting Jun Lin, Royal Institute of Technology (KTH); Ibrahim H. Yeter, Nanyang Technological University

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

: Problem scoping, engineering education, higher education, qualitative study.IntroductionEducating engineers begins with problem scoping—gathering data to define issues and developethical, effective solutions [1]. Research on problem scoping is limited, particularly in Easterncountries, where engineering education systems differ, making findings from Western studiesless applicable. The primary method, verbal protocol analysis (VPA), involves analyzing think-aloud interviews to compare processes between students and experts [2]. While insightful, VPAis time-intensive and unsuitable for large-scale studies. Effective training in problem scopingequips students to address technical challenges while considering stakeholder needs, societalbenefits, and

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NSF Grantees Poster Session II

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Angela Minichiello, Utah State University; Hannah Wilkinson, Utah State University; Samuel Shaw, Utah State University; Allison Miles, Utah State University

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

and service members (SVSM) are a unique yet understudied group thatcomprises substantial numbers of those historically underrepresented in engineering based ontheir race, ethnicity, gender, ability, or sex [1-2]. Notably, approximately 62% of veterans arefirst generation students [3]. This diversity of backgrounds and experiences, in combination withtechnical interests and skills, maturity and life experience, and leadership and teamwork training,make SVSM ideal candidates for supporting engineering education in meeting workforcedemands well into the 21st century [4].Project Goals and Work PlanThis National Science Foundation (NSF) Faculty Early Career Development Program(CAREER)aims to advance full participation of SVSM within engineering

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Colleen Louise Bringman, The University of Iowa; Amy L Kimball, The University of Iowa

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED)

primary teaching interests include the medical device design process in particular solid modeling and prototyping skills, while her primary research background is neuromuscular control and physical rehabilitation science.Amy L Kimball, The University of Iowa ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025Work in Progress: Enhancing Biomedical Engineering Education throughCollaboration with Physical TherapyINTRODUCTIONPhysical therapy is growing with the increased aging population and focus on preventativemedicine to promote health and wellness [1]. The market for wearables (e.g. smart watches, VRheadsets) is expected to grow from $28.2 billion in 2021 to $66.9 billion in 2030 [2]. Thewearables industry

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NSF Grantees Poster Session II

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrew Jay Ash, Oklahoma State University; John Hu, Oklahoma State University

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

-efficient computing. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 ECR: BCSER: Are Females Better at Debugging Circuits?IntroductionIn the semiconductor industry, debugging is sometimes called “The Schedule Killer” due to itsunpredictable and costly nature [1]. Some electronics engineers spend up to 44% of their time ondebugging tasks [2], yet this industry-critical skill is frequently omitted from undergraduatecurricula [3], [4]. Instead, students are often expected to develop debugging skills indirectlythrough projects and labs without targeted training. These challenges make teaching debugging a“million-dollar” question [5] that could improve undergraduate student outcomes and increaseworkplace