Conference Session

ECCNE Technical Session 1 - Nuclear Engineering

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Katie Snyder, University of Michigan; Aditi Verma, University of Michigan; Aisha Jagne, University of Michigan; Andy Pham, University of Michigan

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Diversity

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Conservation and Nuclear Engineering Division (ECCNE), Energy Conversion

its‬‭strongest. Afternoon learning modules focused on communication, design, community‬‭engagement, or similar topics that tend to be more active. As reflected in one program‬‭participant's experience: “I particularly enjoyed having a graduate student as our instructor for‬‭the math section of the curriculum. Despite teaching Calculus, a topic we had no familiarity with,‬‭his instruction was fast-paced, but digestible, and tailored to high school students' learning style.‬‭The physics and math was challenging, but became more approachable due to the smaller cohort‬‭size, allowing for lessons to be more individualized, ensuring that each student grasped topics to‬‭the best of their ability. The thoughtfully structured schedule helped to reinforce

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 2

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sumito Nagasawa, Shibaura Institute of Technology; Hatsuko Yoshikubo Ph.D., SHIBAURA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI)

such detailed measurement is required.(ii) Measuring the Rotational Speed of Wheels or Motors: Although reflective sensors or Hall sensors can be used as alternatives, their implementation is complex, accuracy is often low, and programming is challenging. In mobile robots, accurately measuring the current speed is critical. Traditional teaching systems often assume that the command output to the DC motor directly reflects its state. However, due to load variations, this assumption is frequently inaccurate, making it difficult to determine the actual state of the motor. Additionally, in systems addressing environmental issues, such as those that adjust operations based on the rotational speed of wind or water

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 6

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joshua Paul Steimel, Humboldt State University; JuEun Lee, Humboldt State University

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Diversity

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Materials Division (MATS)

Simpson Diversity Index for all the groups calculated as 0.34, as seen in Table 1,reflecting limited representation across diversity dimensions such as gender, ethnicity, academicbackgrounds, and technical skills. For that Year 1 cohort, a sample size of 14 students, the lessthan half of the projects were able to be published.Table 1: Impact of Diversity of Project Groups and Percent of Projects PublishedThe low diversity within teams appeared to hinder collaboration and innovation, reducing thelikelihood of successful project completion at a publishable level.In the second year, with a sample size of 26, deliberate efforts to create more diverse teams resultedin a significant increase in the average Simpson Diversity Index to 0.88. These efforts

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session II

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ala Qubbaj, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Laura Benitez, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Noe Vargas Hernandez, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Constantine Tarawneh, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Arturo A Fuentes, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Nazmul Islam, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Edna orozco-leonhardt, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Thuy Vu, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Angela Chapman, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

small fraction of this number is specifically inprofessional engineering fields [2]. One reason for the low numbers of Hispanics in engineeringmay be that 37% of Latinos, compared to 29% of White students, switch out of their major asundergraduates [3]. Therefore, it is critical to improve the educational experience in engineeringfor Hispanics to develop a future engineering workforce that reflects the diversity of the nation.UTRGV’s Center for Broadening Participation (CBP)UTRGV established the Center for Broadening Participation in Engineering (CBP) in Fall 2022,guided by the principle of "servingness" to empower Latinx students pursuing engineeringcareers [4,5]. The CBP aims to increase Hispanic participation in engineering by developing

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 1

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sarah Rajkumari Jayasekaran, University of Florida; Amie Baisley, University of Florida

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Diversity

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI)

percentage of A grades earned, but the 10:40 am and 11:45 am class times always had 50% or more of the students achieving an A. • The sections with the lowest grades, C or failing grades, were both 8:30 am sections and SP1-9:35 am sections. The other 9:35 am section had a decrease of 10% in the number of students that earned C grades.Based on these results for the final course grade, the design course had the highest percent of Agrades for the 9:35 am section, and the mechanics course had the highest percent of A grades forthe 10:40 am and 11:45 am sections. These times reflect students’ preferred times for students orthe times when their performance is highest during the day, as reflected in their course grades.While not

Conference Session

Engineering Physics and Physics Division (EP2D) Technical Session 1

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carlo Bato Galicia, Cebu Institute of Technology – University; Justine Carbonilla Mercado

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Diversity

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division (EP2D)

Pretest Discussion of responses None from pretest Engage Assigned interactive Guided groupwork on Reflection paper on how online videos on topic analysis on how topic could be applied in Newton’s laws were different situations applied to the situations in the video clips Explore Instructions for the in- Hands-on activity None class experiment that involving a DIY would happen engineering challenge Explain Gude questions assigned

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Expanding STEM Access and Belonging: Programs and Practices for Inclusive K–12 Engagement

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Valentina Kuskova, University of Notre Dame; Sugana Chawla, University of Notre Dame; Robyn Brenza Kress; Stacy Garrett-Ray; Kim R Jassem MHA, MSDA, PMP, Ascension Foundation

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

Ascension Foundation, MeharryMedical College, local schools, and community organizations, strengthens the program’simplementation and evaluation. This partnership-driven approach reflects best practices incommunity-based participatory research, emphasizing collaboration as a means to addresssystemic inequities (Israel et al., 1998). By involving diverse partners, the program not onlybroadens its reach but also ensures cultural and contextual relevance, enhancing its impact onparticipating communities. The Ascension Foundation's commitment to #GOALS reflects its broader mission toreduce health disparities and promote equity. The program not only inspires young students toconsider careers in science and medicine but also lays the groundwork

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Technical Session 1: Tech-Forward Teaching - Digital Tools to Enhance Engagement

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Surupa Shaw, Texas A&M University

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD)

programs, and industry collaborations, the table reflects adiverse range of approaches catering to different learning styles. The selection of these platformswas informed by their proven success in improving programming proficiency, fostering criticalthinking, and bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world applications.Codecademy and Khan Academy democratize access to resources, promoting inclusivity. GirlsWho Code and the University of Waterloo's co-op program bridge academia and industry,equipping students with practical skills. Flexible learning options from Udacity and personalizedsupport on Coursera enhance student retention. Gamification and interactive platforms likeCodeCombat foster engagement, while LeetCode aids in

Conference Session

Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES) Technical Session 8: Communication and Liberal Education

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Amanda Dawn Hilliard, The Johns Hopkins University

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Diversity

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES)

groups discussed the use of visuals, noting that the technical articlesemployed graphs, charts, data visualizations, and layouts that conformed to the journalguidelines while the non-technical articles used more relatable and “catchy” images, such aspictures of scientific researchers. Overall, these articles served as models for students’ written assignments and the discussionshelped students reflect on how they might write differently for an expert audience and a generalaudience, building their knowledge of discourse communities, rhetorical aims, and specificgenres. Moreover, this activity can be considered a student-centered and inductive learningapproach as students discovered writing strategies by analyzing real-world examples

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Construction Engineering Division: Curriculum Development

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yilmaz Hatipkarasulu, The University of Texas at San Antonio

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

names, programCIP designations, and individual course offerings, illustrating the multi-disciplinary and uniquenature of construction education. This diversity is also a reflection of the different educationalapproaches. Although the ACCE and ABET accreditation standards would have a minimummathematics and physical science requirement, the accreditation process relates to the entirecurriculum for a degree program. It is assessed mainly by the learning outcomes rather than theindividual course offerings.As a part of the discussion, the following issues must be noted: • There is a clear difference between the construction engineering/technology programs and the construction management/science programs. The engineering/technology

Conference Session

Two-Year College Division (TYCD) Technical Session 2: Student Success and Support

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jingjing Liu, Florida International University; Bruk T Berhane, Florida International University; Daniel I. Adeniranye, Florida International University; Janet Yowell, University of Colorado Boulder; Julian Rodrigo Sosa-Molano, Florida International University; Joseph Ronald Sturgess, Florida International University; Nick A. Stites, University of Colorado Boulder

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Diversity

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Two-Year College Division (TYCD)

learned about EM. With respect to the reasons for participating in EM, 36% ofstudents indicated that they wanted to have better access to internships, 33% of students hopedEM would help them achieve their career goals, and 29% of students hoped to have a supportivecommunity through EM.The types and quality of support receivedStudents were asked to reflect on their academic and professional experience as a participant inEM during the academic year. They reported how they valued the program’s components:accelerated math courses (note the term “accelerated” was used with students to refer to thestrategy of EP students enrolling as cohorts in math classes that were supplemented by tutoringand other wrap-around support as needed), Student Support

Conference Session

International Division (INTL): Case Studies and Trends

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nathan M. Kathir P.E., George Mason University; Colleen Fitzpatrick Berg, George Mason University; Shaghayegh Bagheri, George Mason University

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Diversity

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International Division (INTL)

away with time as the projects reach a successfulconclusion.Conclusions, recommendations and plansFor the current academic year, collaboration was started after two meetings, and it was semi-formal. In the future, it is recommended a “formal” contract detailing the roles, responsibilitiesand expectations should be established at the start. Also, having at least one in-person meetingwould be immensely beneficial. One way this can be done is by the utilizing the existing studentexchange or study abroad programs at our university. To date, this paper reflects the experienceof participants in one semester. Experience based on a full academic year will be reflected in thefinal paper and in the conference presentation. Since this is the first year

Conference Session

ECE-Faculty Perspectives and Curriculum Evolution

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Salma Emara, University of Toronto; Fatemeh Jazinizadeh, University of Toronto; Hamid S Timorabadi P.Eng., University of Toronto

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Diversity

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

can inadvertently de-emphasize how programming skillsintegrate with other engineering disciplines, such as Dynamics and Electrical Fundamentals. As aresult, students may struggle to see immediate connections between their programmingassignments and practical applications in engineering contexts—thereby contributing todisengagement and a lack of motivation.In this study, we explore the impact of integrating interdisciplinary concepts from other coursesstudents are currently taking into the design of programming labs and homework assignments.Specifically, we incorporated principles from Dynamics and Electrical Fundamentals into afirst-year programming course. Our approach reflects a belief that students engage in aProblem-Based Learning

Conference Session

Tech Session 4: Embedding Engineering for One Planet (EOP) Framework in Engineering Education

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Diana M. Byrne, University of Kentucky; Jennifer Mueller PE P.E., Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

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Environmental Engineering & Sustainability Division (ENVIRON)

leverage product durability (e.g., renting, 1 upgradeability, repairability, modularity, resale, etc.), protect consumers and their privacy, reflect the interests and needs of diverse users and consumers, and reflect ethical considerations Examine risks and opportunities related to changing social, economic, political, and2 ecological systems on their work (e.g., extended costs, value, trade-offs, ✔ ✔ partnerships, regulations, policies, etc.) Demonstrate awareness that different revenue and business models can positively or negatively influence environmental and social systems as a result (e.g., shared3 ownership models, service models, leasing with take-back instead of asset sales for

Conference Session

ERM Technical Session: Strategies for Student Support

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Benjamin C. Flores, University of Texas at El Paso; Dessaray Gorbett

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

% 11% 16% Native 0 * 0 9% 0 2% American Multiracial 8% * 5% 9% 8% 5% *The evaluation team were unable to access data collected in 2020.The participants, predominately from Hispanic (48%-68%) and female (61%) reflected aconsistent representation across the institutions (see Table 2). A large proportion of studentsmajored in life sciences and engineering. Overall satisfaction with the program was notably high,with 91%-94% of participants expressing contentment with their experience. Similarly, 79%-98% of students reported receiving high-quality mentorship (see Table 3). Participantshighlighted significant skill

Conference Session

Ocean and Marine Division (OMED) Technical Session 1

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert Kidd, State University of New York Maritime College

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Diversity

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Ocean and Marine Division (OMED)

interest in the program is initially strong. The initial course offering is fully enrolled with24 students and the number of engineers in the class generally reflects our student body (30.4%of class, 34.3% of student body). Unsurprisingly, there is an overrepresentation of MarineEnvironmental Science students in the class. Self-reported data on student perceptions ofsustainability before and after the class will be included in the full paper.Follow-on support for the program has begun to be secured. Grants are being pursued foradditional course development and implementation; however, a grant has been secured throughthe Office of Naval Research for a three-year trial offering of the Capstone course that willinclude a local maritime Career and

Conference Session

International Division (INTL): Humanitarian Design and Sustainable Development

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bala Maheswaran, Northeastern University

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Diversity

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International Division (INTL)

September 2015, the SDGsprovide a framework for global sustainability, encompassing goals such as No Poverty, ZeroHunger, Quality Education, Gender Equality, Clean Water and Sanitation, Affordable and CleanEnergy, Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, Reduced Inequalities, Sustainable Cities andCommunities, Responsible Consumption and Production, Climate Action, Life Below Water, Lifeon Land, Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions, and Partnerships for the Goals. Our efforts alignwith several SDGs, reflecting a commitment to holistic and integrated global education.Concurrently, the NAE Grand Challenges delineate specific engineering objectives indispensablefor sustainable development. The NAE has identified critical global issues, such as

Conference Session

Engineering Ethics Division (ETHICS) Technical Session - Case Studies

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rockwell Franklin Clancy III, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Qin Zhu, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Lisa M Lee, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Iris Louella Jenkins, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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Engineering Ethics Division (ETHICS)

letter in thisacronym stands for a different stage/component of the meeting. These includes (B) bridging in,presenting findings or introducing an activity to pique interest in the topics that will be coveredin the meeting, (O) introducing objectives, informing participants what they will get out of themeeting, (P) pre-assessment, learning what participants know about the topics that will becovered, participatory learning, guiding participants to actively reflect as topics are introduced,and post-assessment, learning what participants understood about the topics covered, and (S)summarize the meeting, reminding participants what the objectives were and how these werefulfilled.Curriculum contentsThe workshop includes contents related to seven

Conference Session

Engaging and Empowering K-12 Students through Collaborative STEM Projects and Inclusive Outreach

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Geling Xu, Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach; Mohammed Tonkal, Tufts University and Kind Abdulaziz University; Chris Buergin Rogers, Tufts University

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

engineering to be a good way to support K-12 students in developing theircollaboration skills, and students reflected they liked this system engineering project in thepost-interview. A system was "an arrangement of parts or elements that together exhibitedbehavior or meaning that the individual constituents did not" (International Council on SystemEngineering [INCOSE], n.d.). This implies collaboration across disciplines to combine differentindividuals' works. Applying system engineering at the K-12 level helped students learn theimportance of collaboration for solving complex and interdisciplinary problems and developedtheir collaboration senses and skills. Many schools have provided engineering classes andprojects in recent years; however, we did

Conference Session

Instrumentation in Engineering Projects

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Catherine Johnson, Missouri University of Science and Technology; Rachel L Bauer, Missouri University of Science and Technology

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Diversity

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Instrumentation Division (INST)

reports end of week 11Week 12 Fly in weekend Fly in weekend Group data collection andWeek 13 presentationWeek 14 Project draft 1 dueWeek 15Week 16 Final project dueAssessment and EvaluationThe course assessments are designed to reflect the applied nature of the subject matter whileensuring that students develop strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Rather than relyingon traditional exams, evaluation is

Conference Session

Disability in Engineering Programs (Equity, Culture & Social Justice in Education Division ECSJ Technical Session 3)

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rachel Figard, University of Georgia

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Diversity

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Culture & Social Justice in Education Division (EQUITY), Equity

quicklyidentifying key concepts, evidence, and trends relevant to a defined research question [7, 10]. The ScLR follows the methodology presented by Arksey and O’Malley [7], which breaksthe process into five stages: (1) identifying the research questions, (2) identifying the relevantstudies, (3) study selection, (4) charting the data, and (5) collating, summarizing, and reportingthe results. These stages were performed iteratively to allow for researcher reflection along eachstage.Stage 1: Identify Research Questions The purpose of this study is to engage with current engineering education literature toexplore the lived experiences of disabled students in undergraduate engineering programs. Byexamining this body of work, the study seeks to

Conference Session

Persistence, Outcomes and Barriers for Women in Engineering

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Margaret B. Bailey Ph.D., P.E., Rochester Institute of Technology (COE); Carol Elizabeth Marchetti, Rochester Institute of Technology (COE); Jessica C Bennett, Association of Public and Land-grant Universities; Iris V. Rivero Ph.D., University of Florida; Gloria L. Blackwell, American Association of University Women (AAUW)

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Diversity

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Women in Engineering Division (WIED)

Workshop Theme Topics Team Building ● Hopes and fears about addressing salary topics ● Ground rules for engagement Pay-Decisions: ● Who are your pay decision makers and stakeholders? People & ● Map a pay decision process. Does everyone have the same Processes understanding of the process? Guiding Principles, ● Guiding principles at play in salary processes Equity Checks & ● Potential equity “traps” in a salary process Traps ● Equity “checks” that could be inserted into the process Data for Salary ● Internal Data - Do salaries reflect performance? Are they equitable? Comparisons ● External Benchmarking - Are salaries competitive? Organizational

Conference Session

ERM Technical Session: Quantitative Instrument Development

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ethan Peter Lum Cisneros, Northwestern University; David P O'Neill, Northwestern University

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

self-reportmeasures may be influenced by social desirability bias or limited self-awareness, while implicitmeasures like the IAT may capture automatic associations that don't fully reflect consciously heldidentities. The contrasting results suggest each method may reveal different aspects of professionalidentity development. The negative loading of interest against implicit measures may indicate thatdoctoral students maintain different patterns of conscious interests versus unconscious self-associations as they navigate multiple professional roles.The emergence of recognition as the dominant predictor in ridge regression analysis points to acentral role in identity formation. Recognition from peers, faculty, and the broader academiccommunity

Conference Session

Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 2

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Zhenlin Yang, University of Florida; Gabriel Castelblanco, University of Florida; Laura Melissa Cruz Castro, University of Florida

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE)

proficiency and deeperengagement with the principles of green building.Methods:This study involved the development of an AI-driven feedback tool for LEED Narrativeassignments and a comparative review of its outputs alongside feedback from two TAs.Although the project did not involve live student submissions, the methodological frameworkwas designed to reflect typical scenarios in which LEED Narratives are graded. The proceduresdescribed here establish how the data were gathered and analyzed, forming a basis forsubsequent studies that will incorporate real classroom implementations.Human Feedback ProvidersTwo TAs with multiple semesters of experience grading LEED-related coursework served ashuman reviewers. they will follow official LEED rubric for

Conference Session

AI in the Engineering Management Classroom

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Neil Littell, Ohio University

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Engineering Management Division (EMD)

constructive feedback.These are the only parameters/coding provided by the author to create and implement thisparticular chatbot for this project.Pilot ResultsInitial interactions with the soft skills coach have shown that the AI can provide constructivefeedback to the users. If a user is kind and conversational, the AI will evaluate the interactionpositively. Interactions where the user is short, or rude, will be reported back to the person asopportunities for reflection. This feedback is provided back to the participants when theycomplete the exercise by stating that they are finished and would like feedback on theconversation.AI Chatbots to Simulate Executive InteractionsThe researcher of this study has also built similar chatbots, which focus on

Conference Session

Software Engineering Division (SWED) Technical Session 2

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Afsaneh Minaie, Utah Valley University; Reza Sanati-Mehrizy, Utah Valley University

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Software Engineering Division (SWED)

design reflections), along with targetedinstruction to improve students’ writing and communication skills.In the Electrical Engineering program, both Capstone I and Capstone II courses are designated asWriting Enriched courses, satisfying this university requirement.Computer Engineering Senior Design Project Course (ECE 4800)Computer Engineering students at UVU are required to complete a one-semester capstone designcourse as part of their graduation requirements. This project-based course focuses on theintegrated design of hardware and software systems through collaborative team efforts, offeringstudents a substantial, hands-on engineering experience reflective of industry practices.Additionally, it satisfies the ABET accreditation requirement

Conference Session

Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 1

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rania Al-Hammoud, MpowerU Training & Consultancy Inc.; Hyekyung Lee, University of Waterloo

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE)

Each Sub-ILO for ILOs 1-3To help students understand better the grading throughout the course, an Excel sheet wasprovided to allow them to enter their grades as they progress throughout the course and figureout where they’re standing. A screenshot of the Excel sheet is shown in Appendix B.ResultsAt the end of the term, students were invited to reflect on their learning using the OBA methodthrough an online survey. Out of the 350 students enrolled in the course over the 4 engineeringprograms, a total of 143 students responded. The survey questions are shown in Appendix C.Architectural Engineering students specifically noted that having multiple assessmentopportunities allowed them to approach problem-solving more methodically, an essential

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrew Paul Summerfield, Wentworth Institute of Technology; John Peter Voccio; Wenye Camilla Kuo-Dahab, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Brian Ernst, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Chris Bode-Aluko, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

will require the transformation of civil infrastructure,including the development of utility-scale wind and solar farms to supply clean energy and theredesign of building stock, transportation systems, drinking and wastewater systems, and otherinfrastructure to reduce energy demand. Civil engineers, as the technical professionals taskedwith the design and maintenance of such large-scale infrastructure projects, will be instrumentalin the transition. However, the traditional civil engineering education does not include thediscussion of how civil engineering expertise might be applied to confront climate change. Inaddition, traditional engineering education of all disciplines reflects broader societal values thathave historically emphasized

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Poster Session-Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kumar Yelamarthi, Tennessee Technological University; Susmit Shannigrahi, Tennessee Technological University; Sahaya Jestus Lazer, Tennessee Technological University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

0.63 1.00 0.65 0.35 Q3 0.41 0.65 1.00 0.89 Q4 0.00 0.35 0.89 1.00Further statistical analysis was conducted, as presented in Table 4, highlighting the t-test resultsfor each survey item, demonstrating significant positive differences from the neutral score of 3across all categories. Q1 achieved a mean score of 3.77 and a t-statistic of 10.2471 (p < 0.0001),indicating that students found the lab's objectives to be clearly conveyed. Similarly, Q2 yielded amean score of 3.68 and a t-statistic of 7.9015 (p < 0.0001), reflecting that participants generallyfound the outlined steps straightforward. The highest mean score (3.84) and t-statistic (11.1245)were associated

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Faculty Development Division (FDD) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

EMINE FOUST, United States Military Academy

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Faculty Development Division (FDD)

inmentoring undergraduate research students. Notably, many junior faculty members tend to mentorbased on their own experiences as mentees, perpetuating a cycle that may not always reflect bestpractices, as formal education on research mentoring is rarely provided in academic settings. Thisresearch study addresses common hurdles mentors face, including students' inexperience withresearch methodologies, time management difficulties, and declining motivation over time.Despite these challenges, effective mentorship in undergraduate research offers invaluableopportunities for both students and faculty mentors. The study highlights the mentor's crucial role not only in guiding project execution but alsoin fostering essential skills such as