also collaborates with the School of Engineering at the Universidad Andres Bello in Santiago, Chile. Angeles holds a bachelor’s degree in Physics Engineering from Tecnologico de Monterrey and a doctoral degree in Mathematics Education from Syracuse University, NY. For her research, she is Researchers’ National System in Mexico (Level 2), Associate Editor of the Ibero-American Journal of Learning Technologies (IEEE-RITA), and a guest editor for the journals Education Sciences, Frontiers in Education, and Discover Sustainability. Her main research areas are: interdisciplinarity in science, gender studies in STEM, and faculty development. Due to her interest in women’s participation in science, she has been a mentor in
Paper ID #49140Revolutionizing Semiconductor Education: An Immersive Virtual Cleanroomfor Enhanced Nanofabrication TrainingMona El Helbawy, University of Colorado BoulderPat Clark, University of Colorado Boulder ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Revolutionizing Semiconductor Education: An Immersive Virtual Cleanroom for Enhanced Nanofabrication Training (Work in Progress Paper)AbstractThe semiconductor industry is advancing rapidly, and initiatives like the CHIPS and ScienceAct are making it clear that there’s a pressing need to develop a skilled workforce. Withnearly $53
Paper ID #45804”People-Oriented Recitation Problems”: Assessing the Impact of a ContextualizedRecitation Intervention on First-Year Student Interest in Chemical EngineeringGabriel Azure Antonio Mendez-Sanders, Carnegie Mellon University Gabriel Mendez-Sanders is a fifth year student and researcher in Carnegie Mellon University’s Department of Chemical Engineering.Heather Phillips, University of Pittsburgh Heather Phillips is a BPhil graduate in Engineering Physics from the University of Pittsburgh and an incoming Electrical Engineering PhD student at Stanford University.Dr. Joanne Kay Beckwith, Carnegie Mellon University
. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Visualizing TDOP+ Classroom Observation Data using DashboardsThis is an Evidence-based Practice Paper; Research Brief. With the increase of potential datasources for learning analytics (e.g., learning management systems, technology-enhancedclassrooms, and automated and manual classroom observation), learning dashboards are anemerging area of development. To be meaningful, data – especially large data sets – requireseffective processing, analysis, and visualization [1]. Unlike traditional methods that depend onparticipants’ willingness and ability to recall and report past experiences accurately (e.g.,surveys, focus groups) there are now opportunities to capture real-time data on specific
Paper ID #45731Engaging High School Students in a DOT-Funded Summer Camp to PromoteTransportation Engineering Majors and CareersDr. Xi Wang, Drexel University Dr. Xi Wang is an Assistant Teaching Professor at Drexel University. She received her Ph.D. and M.Eng both in Civil Engineering, from the University of Kentucky and Auburn University. She is licensed as a Professional Engineer and LEED Green Associate. She is teaching a range of courses in construction management and will be assisting capstone design projects that directly serve regional construction firms. Her research interests include technology adoption in
Paper ID #45448BOARD #140: Funding Challenges for Curriculum Development for AutomotiveService Technician Trainings in Electric Vehicle Repair and MaintenanceDr. MC Forelle, University of Virginia MC Forelle is an assistant professor in Engineering and Society at the University of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science. Their research focuses on the challenges that electric and software-defined vehicles pose to practices and economics of repair, maintenance, and modification. Their interests include the intersection of law, technology, and culture, with particular focus on materiality, sustainability, and
Paper ID #48152The Effect on Classroom Modality on The Learning Outcomes of LatinxStudents in STEMProf. Fahad Khan, Springfield Technical Community College Professor Fahad Khan is a Mechanical Engineer with a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Professor Khan’s background includes: a ten-year work in the energy sector in Saudi Arabia, graduate research in thermos fluids, and a Master of Business Administration in Industrial Management. For the last 10 years, Professor Khan has been teaching at Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) in the Department of Energy Systems Technologies
address complex challengesrelated to environmental management and plant growth technologies. The project provided theplant lab students with a hands-on experience, moving beyond textbooks to tackle real-worldchallenges, from plant selection to pest management.The mechanical design, a key milestone achieved during the project's first phase, involvescreating a structure that can support various plants while offering sufficient space and optimalconditions for growth. This stage focused on ensuring that the design could accommodate thephysical needs of different plant species, including factors such as structural stability, spaceallocation, and environmental exposure. By utilizing advanced engineering principles, the PlantWall system is designed to
Studies and Hands-on Learning to Empower Non-Engineers to Excel in a Tech-Driven WorldAbstractThis paper presents an experience report on a new general education course designed to buildconfidence in students across all academic majors, most of which are non-STEM, in exploring,evaluating, and adopting emerging technologies for their future careers. The modular coursecombines case studies with hands-on learning activities that incorporate generative AI, equippingstudents to thrive in an era of rapid technological change. Results from pre- and post-coursesurveys show a marked increase in student confidence in achieving the course outcomes.Furthermore, module-specific surveys indicate positive student perceptions, highlighting
ColorAbstractThis WIP paper intends to supplement our current understanding of political awareness andethical disengagement among engineering undergraduates. As an integral part of the productionof globally-sold technology and weaponry [1-6], engineers in the United States need to have anactive and informed interest for global public welfare as well as the political applications of theirwork [7]. Part of developing this informed interest is supposed to occur as they get theirbachelor’s degree, as ABET expects graduates to be able to “recognize ethical and professionalresponsibilities in engineering situations” (Criterion 3: Student Outcomes) and make decisionsthat give weight to the global and societal impact of their work [8]. In spite of this effort
Paper ID #45498Cybersecurity Summer Camp for Middle School Underrepresented Minority(URM) and Female StudentsDr. Mir M Hayder, Savannah State University Dr. Hayder is a Professor and the Coordinator of the Mechanical Engineering Technology program at Savannah State University.Prof. Alberto G De La Cruz, Savannah State University Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator of Computer Science Technology at Savannah State University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Cybersecurity Summer Camp for Middle School Underrepresented Minority (URM) and Female
Paper ID #45334Integrating Generative AI Tools into the Capstone CourseDr. Farid Farahmand, Sonoma State University Farid Farahmand is an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering Science at Sonoma State University, CA, where he teaches Advanced Networking and Digital Systems. He is also the director of Advanced Internet Technology in the Interests of Society Laboratory. Farid’s research interests are optical networks, applications of wireless sensor network technology to medical fields, delay tolerant networks. He is also interested in educational technologies and authored many papers focusing on eLearning and
understand how technology works and can now understand what goes behind theprocess of making sophisticated technology such as computer storage.”“I would like to learn more about the usage and how quantum dots work to be more commonlyapplicable to everyday devices.”Future WorkWhile the nanotechnology course has been offered for a while, this is the first time thenanoimprinter has been used as a demo in the course. The author plans to continue including thedemo in the course and to finalize the written template for this activity.Once finalized, the study and NIL module will be forwarded to engineering departments forreview and adaptation to the educational requirements of engineering departments. The modulewill continue to be offered in the physics
exercise, and spending time with the robots, all camperswere comfortable holding their groups’ robot at least once.Outdoor breaks significantly boosted camper engagement. Initially, only campers that wereexposed to robotics and STEM were engaged in open discussions, while others were reluctant tospeak until day three. On day three, engagement peaked with campers forming relationshipswithin their Robot Rally groups.Table 1. STEM Interest Areas Pre-Engineering 5 Computer and Information Systems 8 Biomedical Sciences 2 Health Science and Technology 11 Programming and Software Development 8 Networking Systems 7 Information Support
Paper ID #46963Bridging the Gap: Empowering Student Veterans for Hardware SecurityCareersHyunju Oh, University of Florida Hyunju Oh is a Ph.D. student in Educational Technology at UF College of Education. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Education from Kookmin University, South Korea, and a Master’s degree in Educational Technology from Korea University, South Korea. She is interested in Online Learning, Learning Analytics, STEM education, and AIED.Rui Guo, University of Florida Dr. Rui Guo is an instructional assistant professor of the Department of Engineering Education in the UF Herbert Wertheim College of
Hands-On Learning: A Case Study on Project-Based Learning in Advanced Manufacturing and Additive Manufacturing Courses1. IntroductionAdvanced manufacturing integrates cutting-edge technologies such as robotics, artificialintelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), and Additive Manufacturing. Advanced manufacturingtechnologies are fundamental to Industry 4.0. Educating students in these areas is crucial todeveloping a workforce capable of innovating and managing highly automated manufacturingsystems. Modern manufacturing systems require interdisciplinary knowledge spanningmechanical, electrical, software, and systems engineering. Therefore, teaching methods formodern manufacturing should emphasize creative thinking
Information Science in the Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering at Indiana University Indianapolis. As an information and learning scientist, her research agenda has focused on transforming rural libraries as facilitators for children’s engineering learning by expanding the benefits of makerspace and online space. She received her Ph.D. from Learning, Design, and Technology program at the Pennsylvania State University.Dr. Gi Woong Choi, University of Cincinnati Gi Woong Choi, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor of Instructional Design and Technology. Dr. Choi received his Ph.D. in Learning, Design, and Technology from Penn State University and has a background in human-computer interaction and user
Energy Efficiency, and assesses operations focusing on environmental and P2 performance to provide recommendations for improvements and related cost savings. He has also been Co-PI of a Source Reduction Grant from EPA and PI for six projects funded by the Bureau of Reclamation (BOR). He has trained many undergrad and graduate students on energy and environmental assessments.Dr. Patricia A. Sullivan, New Mexico State University Patricia A. Sullivan serves as Associate Dean for Outreach and Recruitment in the College of Engineering at New Mexico State University. Throughout her career in higher education, Dr. Sullivan has successfully expanded access to NMSU-based services for communities and businesses across New
Paper ID #45536AI-Assisted Learning of VHDLProf. Yumin Zhang, Southeast Missouri State University Yumin Zhang is a professor in the Department of Engineering and Technology, Southeast Missouri State University. His research interests include semiconductor devices, electronic circuits, neural networks, and engineering education.Dr. Bradley Deken, Southeast Missouri State University Bradley J. Deken is a chairperson and professor in the Department of Engineering and Technology at Southeast Missouri State University. His research interests include programmable logic controllers, industrial automation, and engineering
technologies. Dishari is also passionate about STEM education research, K-12 energy literacy, and outreach. In recognition of teaching excellence, Dishari received the American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE) Midwest Section Outstanding Teaching Award (2024), ASEE Midwest Conference Best Paper Award (2023, 2024), UNL distinguished Teaching Award (2023), Holling Family Master Teacher Award (2023), Henry Y. Kleinkauf Distinguished New Faculty Teaching Award (2020), and Harold and Esther Edgerton Junior Faculty Award (2019). In recognition of research excellence, Dishari has received the DOE Office of Science Early CAREER Award (2019), NSF CAREER Award (2018), 3M Non-Tenured Faculty Award (2021), American Chemical
VirginiaTaniya MishraJiWoong Jang, Carnegie Mellon University Joon is a Ph.D. student at CMU’s School of Computer Science, where he focus on understanding, designing, and building AI-equipped assistive technology (AT) and how such tools affect and alter existing social dynamics in intro- and extra-spective ways – tackling stigma, user-assimilation, and the AT adoption/abandonment problem through his research. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Navigating the Social-Emotional Landscape of Neurodiversity in AI EducationIntroductionIntegrating artificial intelligence (AI) into education and industry has created unprecedentedopportunities and complex
Paper ID #46437Novel Mini-Grant Program to Broaden Participation of Faculty and Studentsat an MSI with NASA’s Artemis MissionDr. Abhijit Nagchaudhuri, University of Maryland Eastern Shore Dr. Abhijit Nagchaudhuri is currently a tenured professor in the Department of Engineering and Aviation Sciences at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore(UMES). Dr. Nagchaudhuri received his baccalaureate degree from Jadavpur University (India) with honors in mechanical engineering in 1983. Thereafter, he worked in a multinational industry for a little over three years before joining Tulane University as a graduate student in the fall
Paper ID #48043BOARD #132: Further Signal Integrity Experiences in Undergraduate EducationDr. Aldo Morales, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, The Capital College Dr. Aldo Morales was born in Tacna, Peru. Dr. Morales earned his B.S. in Electronic Engineering, with distinction, from Northern University (now University of Tarapaca), Arica, Chile. He has an M.Sc. Ph.D. in electrical and computer engineering from the University at Buffalo (SUNY Buffalo). He is currently a Professor of Electrical Engineering with Penn State Harrisburg, Middletown, PA, USA. He was the PI for a three-year Ben Franklin Technology Partners
fosters critical thinking on energymanagement and ecological impact, prompting students to explore the broader role ofrenewable technologies in society.1.0 IntroductionThe primary goal of this paper is to develop a dual-axis solar tracking platform that offers ahands-on learning experience for engineering students. We intend to bridge the gap betweenclassroom knowledge and practical application. By designing, programming, andtroubleshooting a real-world system, students gain a deeper understanding of solar energytechnology, sustainability, and problem-solving methods.Several projects exist that incorporate solar tracking at various levels of complexity. Single-axis trackers, for example, are relatively straightforward to build and maintain
Engineering Education, 2025 Work In Progress: Remote FPGA Lab - An Interactive Online Environment for Teaching FPGA Development FundamentalsAbstractThis paper presents the development and implementation of a remote Field-Programmable GateArray (FPGA) lab system, designed to provide students with flexible, remote access to FPGAhardware. By integrating the Altera DE1 Board with an in-house designed and developed DigitalDesign Trainer (DDT) board, the system allows students to engage with FPGA technology fromany location, overcoming the limitations of traditional on-site labs. The remote lab enables real-time FPGA programming through a web-based interface and live camera feedback, replicatingthe in-person lab experience. In traditional
Paper ID #48103Work in Progress: Exploring Reliability of the Tactile Mental Cutting Test inAssessing Spatial Abilities Among Native American ChildrenMrs. Sujata Basnet, Utah State University Sujata Basnet is a PhD student in Department of Engineering education at Utah State University. She received her master degree in Water Engineering from Asian Institute of Technology(AIT),Thailand. Her research interest lie in exploring spatial ability development and assessment, particularly through tools like the Tactile Mental Cutting Test (TMCT), and understanding its intersections with gender, socio-economic status, and
. Daniele’s primary area of interest is the engineering of microsystems which monitor, mimic or augment biological function. Specific topics of research include wearable and implantable biosensors, microphysiological systems, microfluidics, and process analytical technologies.Dr. James Reynolds, North Carolina State University at Raleigh Dr. Reynolds is an Assistant Research Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at NC State University, where he is heavily involved with advanced research at the National Science Foundation’s Nanosystems Engineering Research Center for Advanced Self-Powered Systems of Integrated Sensors and Technologies (ASSIST) and the Institute of Connected Sensor Systems (IConS) at
Paper ID #46817Understanding Students’ Confusion and Interest in an Introductory PhysicsCourse Through Qualitative Analysis of Self-ReflectionsMs. Jiwon Kim, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE) Jiwon Kim is a Ph.D. student at the School of Engineering Education, Purdue University West Lafayette. She earned her M.Sc. in Informatics (emphasis in Human-Computer Interaction) and B.Sc. in Earth Science Education, both at Seoul National University. Her research interests are in the intersection of engineering/science education and learning technology. Currently participating in the CourseMIRROR and IQPARC projects with Dr
Paper ID #48856Integrating Theory and Practice into a Design Foundations CourseSourojit Ghosh, University of Washington Sourojit Ghosh is a fifth year PhD Candidate at the University of Washington, Seattle in Human Centered Design and Engineering.Dr. Sarah Marie Coppola, University of Washington Sarah Coppola is an Assistant Teaching Professor the Department of Human Centered Design & Engineering at the University of Washington. Dr. Coppola is an educator and researcher whose work focuses on how technology and systems design affects people’s performance and health. She holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from
assignments,these findings can help teams refine their preparation, enhance theircompetitiveness, and improve overall program effectiveness.Objective and motivationChildren and young adults are increasingly drawn to robotics because it combines creativity,problem-solving, and hands-on learning. By building and programming robots, they apply theirknowledge to real-world projects and develop technical skills in coding, math, science, andengineering disciplines. This hands-on experience sparks curiosity about science, technology,engineering, and mathematics (STEM), and prepares children for future STEM-related careers,equipping them with the tools to succeed in electrical engineering, computer engineering, andmechanical engineering [1-3].Besides the