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International Division (INTL): Humanitarian Design and Sustainable Development

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sudha S Anilkumar, University of Delaware; Ruth Wilhelm, University of Delaware; Julie C Karand, University of Delaware

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International Division (INTL)

hosting global design workshops. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 One Week in Cape Town Clinics: Reflections from an Undergraduate Engineering Experiential Learning TripBackgroundLow-resource, Global Engineering Design Experiences for Engineers: Undergraduateengineering curriculums in the United States aim to equip graduates with a variety of technicaland nontechnical skills. These often include an awareness of global issues and an ability todefine and design within project-specific constraints. Often, the regimented curriculum of anengineering degree does not include the flexibility to include these as a degree requirement [1].In the case of global engineering education, its

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michelle Henderson, East Carolina University; Niya King, North Carolina A&T State University

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Environmental Engineering & Sustainability Division (ENVIRON)

as the campus initiatives andcurricular development promoted by the institution. The novelty for this paper lies in its focus onregional mainland United States.MethodologySustainability ConsiderationsKey considerations for the selection criteria for the environmental engineering program wereprograms that were 1) established for more than ten years and 2) had environmental engineeringas a declared major separate from civil engineering. For institutions with environmentalengineering programs that have been established for 10 years or longer, it ensured that there wereat least 6 graduating classes, and the program could establish its concentrations withinenvironmental engineering. Institutions were randomly selected from our listed criteria

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES) Technical Session 6: LEES Works in Progress

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tamecia R. Jones, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Siddika Selcen Guzey, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE); Chrystal S Johnson, Purdue University; Jennifer Sdunzik, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE); Wilella Burgess, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES)

iterative process of problem-solving thatintegrates creativity, systematic analysis, and user-centered considerations to developsolutions[1]. This approach is increasingly recognized as valuable in non-STEM fields, includingcivics education, where complex social challenges require structured problem-solving strategies[2]. Civic engagement, within the context of Project RISE, is the active, informed, and justice-oriented participation of individuals in their communities and democratic institutions. Itencompasses the development of civic knowledge, skills, and dispositions that enable individualsto critically analyze societal challenges, collaborate across disciplines, and employ problem-solving frameworks—such as engineering design thinking—to

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Mentorship in Engineering Leadership Development

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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D'Andre Jermaine Wilson-Ihejirika, University of Toronto; Susan McCahan, University of Toronto; Greg Evans P.Eng., University of Toronto

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Engineering Leadership Development Division (LEAD)

now gone on to apply theskills I have developed throughout my career, including completing a master’s program inengineering, working in a more ‘traditional’ engineering field within oil & gas in Alberta,becoming a wife and mother, gaining my P.Eng license and PMP, starting a non-profitorganization and various other social enterprises, pivoting to work in higher education and nowcoming back to school to pursue a PhD.BackgroundIn recent years, engineering graduates have begun to have many different career options beyondthe traditional technical career paths [1]. Engineering has been cited as developing skills andcompetencies that have been considered in demand for leadership in many different careers [2].Beyond the technical skills, the

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Faculty Development Works in Progress Session 2

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cameron Robert Rusnak, Lincoln University - Missouri; David Heise, Lincoln University; Zeyad Mahmoud Alfawaer, Lincoln University

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Faculty Development Division (FDD)

The evaluation of a course or academic program is a critical mechanism for assessing whether educational objectives are being effectively met. These evaluations not only serve as benchmarks for accountability but also play an essential role in advancing pedagogical practices within the curriculum [1]. By systematically collecting and analyzing feedback, educators can identify strengths and weaknesses, guiding improvements in instructional methods and curricular content [2

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Innovative Learning Tools and Visualizations in ECE Curriculum

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Chao Wang, Arizona State University; Kyle Brim, Arizona State University, Polytechnic Campus

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 WIP: Teach Fast Fourier Transform Through a Web-Based Interactive Visualization ApplicationAbstractThis Work-In-Progress paper presents the design and implementation of a web-based interactivevisualization tool to help students understand and implement in software a Decimation-In-Time(DIT) Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) algorithm in a Real-Time Digital Signal Processing (DSP)Systems course. The paper will also discuss the assessment plan to evaluate the effectiveness ofthe application.IntroductionFast Fourier Transform (FFT) is one of the Top 10 Algorithms of 20th Century by the IEEEmagazine Computing in Science & Engineering [1]. It is an efficient way to compute

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ERM Technical Session: Quantitative Instrument Development

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dina Verdín, Arizona State University, Polytechnic Campus

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

-2023 Outstanding Research Publication Award by the American Educational Research Association (AERA) Division I, the 2022 ASEE ERM Apprentice Faculty Grant, and the 2018 ASEE/IEEE Frontiers in Education Best Diversity Paper Award. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Whose Goals Are We Measuring? A QuantCrit Analysis Examining the Cultural Blind Spots in Achievement Goal TheoryIntroductionThis full theory paper seeks to provide an evidence-based critique of Achievement Goal Theory(AGT). AGT is considered a prominent lens through which to study motivation, evidenced by thevolume of meta-analytic studies produced over decades (e.g., [1]-[4]). Achievement goals are akinto a

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New Engineering Educators (NEE) Technical Session 4 - Undergraduate Student Learning

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ines Basalo, University of Miami; Renee Evans, University of Miami

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New Engineering Educators Division (NEE)

similarly cited the need for a more practical approach to mathematicseducation for engineering students [1] [2]. Moreover, a widely studied application-orientedmodel for teaching mathematics has shown positive impacts on student retention, motivation andsuccess in engineering programs [3].This paper describes the course design process emphasizing the significant role of student inputand continuous student feedback in the design and implementation of the first course in thesequence. The pilot course launched in Fall 2024 with an enrollment of 31 students. Eligibilityfor the course required the completion of Calculus I and Calculus II. During pre-registrationadvising, eligible students were presented with the option to enroll in this pilot course

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED) Postcard Session (Best of WIPs)

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Leah Rebecca Thomas, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Jenna Yasmin Altaii, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Christopher Arena, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Ashley R Taylor, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED)

-toolkit.org), an open-access resource to support the transformation of engineering education in African universities to solve local and global challenges. Taylor received her Ph.D. in Engineering Education, MPH in Public Health Education, and MS and BS in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Work in Progress: Exploring the Impact of a Pre-Capstone Health Equity Design Sprint on Students’ Conceptions of Health EquityBackground: Amidst a troubling increase in health disparities in the U.S. and globally [1], healthtechnologies are under heightened scrutiny for their impact on health outcomes. Numerousexamples exist [2,3,4,5] of medical technologies

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Elements of decision making in engineering economics education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tamara R Etmannski, University of British Columbia, Vancouver; Mohosina Jabin Toma, University of British Columbia, Vancouver; Johan Foster, University of British Columbia, Vancouver

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Engineering Economy Division (EED)

ongoing development of Open Educational Resources (OER) inthe field of engineering economics. OER offers a scalable solution to affordability andaccessibility challenges in higher education. This paper presents a case study of theimplementation and evaluation of newly developed OER in undergraduate EngineeringEconomics courses at the University of British Columbia (UBC) [1]. By replacing commercialtextbooks with comprehensive open-source instructional materials, this study explores instructoradoption, pedagogical effectiveness, and student performance outcomes. Results indicate thatOER led to approximately $30,000 in textbook cost savings, while leading to comparablemidterm averages across departments. Survey responses from instructors

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Supporting Students and Faculty in Computing (Equity, Culture & Social Justice in Education Division ECSJ Technical Session 7)

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sophie Marie Martyrossian, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Jane L. Lehr, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Gabriel Medina-Kim, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Lizabeth L Thompson P.E., California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Lynne A Slivovsky, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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

Architecture), and additional emphasis on CPU performance. ● “Microcontrollers & Embedded Applications” is an introductory class in microcontrollers and how they are used in embedded devices. The course includes projects that demonstrate the relationship between hardware and software using the C programming language.By examining these course syllabi, this paper seeks to uncover differences in pedagogicalchoices through the lens of an inclusive learning environment.ASEE reports show that women earned 13.3% of CPE bachelor’s degrees in 2018, rising to14.9% in 2023, compared to 21.9% and 24.6% across all engineering fields, respectively [1, 2].While CPE has lower representation of women than national averages, the

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ME Division 8: Measuring What Matters: Concept Inventories, FE Exam, and Learning Skills

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ibrahim Nihad Awartani, University of Cincinnati; David Allen Evenhouse, University of Cincinnati; Iman Shayegani, University of Cincinnati; So Yoon Yoon, University of Cincinnati

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

inventories are assessment tools grounded in research designed to examine students'comprehension of specific concepts [1]. They are often used to assess common errors,misconceptions, or bottlenecks in understanding, as well as to evaluate course content coverage,teaching strategies, or research interventions. Concept inventory use cases and topical coveragevary across trials and iterations, and separate instruments normally do not cover the sameobjectives, topics, and outcomes. A concept inventory can be made for a specific purpose, usecase, group, or topic with specific classroom levels, subjects, target concepts, and applications inmind, as shown in Sangam and Jesiek’s [22] comparative reviews of concept inventories in thecontext of circuits.The

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NSF Grantees Poster Session I

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tamara Powell Tate, University of California, Irvine; Beth Harnick-Shapiro, University of California, Irvine; Mark Warschauer, University of California, Irvine; Waverly Tseng, University of California, Irvine

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

, University of California, IrvineMark Warschauer, University of California, IrvineWaverly Tseng, University of California, Irvine ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Integrating Generative AI into an Upper Division STEM Writing and Communications Course (IUSE) Tamara P. Tate1 Beth Harnick-Shapiro1 Waverly Tseng1 Daniel Robert Ritchie1 Michael Dennin1 Mark Warschauer1 1 University of

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NSF Grantees Poster Session I

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shiho Nakamura, Georgia Institute of Technology; Julie S Linsey, Georgia Institute of Technology

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

Next Steps for Design ToolsIntroductionSketchtivity is an intelligent tutoring software that aids in student learning of sketchingfundamentals through providing individualized feedback to freehand sketching activities [1]. Theproject has explored the role of freehand sketching in engineering design education and has foundthat learning with the software can improve spatial visualization skills [2], creative problemsolving [2], and self-efficacy [3], through enhancing students 2-point perspective freehandsketching skills. A study investigating a sketch-based game ZenSketch also indicated that studentswith improved sketching skills were more adept at idea generation and exhibited higherengagement in the design process [4]. Recent work launched

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 2

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Weihang Zhu, University of Houston - COE; Mariam Manuel, University of Houston - COE; Paige Evans, University of Houston; Peter Weber, University of Houston, College of Technology (MERGED MEMBERSHIP WITH COE)

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Manufacturing Division (MFG)

designcomponents that are compatible with 3D printing. The evaluation results show that the coursewas well received by the PSTs who have improved their knowledge in 3D printing. In the futurecourse offering, both knowledge gain and efficacy will be evaluated to help us better understandthe impact of the course.Keywords: Preservice teacher education, engineering design process, 3D printing 1. Introduction Engineering Design Process (EDP) is an integral component of what engineers do and howthey approach societal problems. 3D Printing (3DP) has been becoming more and more popularthroughout the education system including high schools. The recent years have seen moreinvestment and availability of 3DP in high schools, especially Career and Technical

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Construction Engineering Division: Best of Construction

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Qinghao Zeng, Georgia Institute of Technology; Tran Duong Nguyen, Georgia Institute of Technology; Kamyar Fatemifar; Abdurrahman Baru; Leonardo Garcia; Jing Wen

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

to ongoing discussions about the future ofconstruction education, advocating for the broader adoption of technology-driven, collaborativelearning strategies. By bridging the gap between education and industry, this approach ensures thatgraduates are better prepared to thrive in a technology-centric professional environment.1. IntroductionThe Architecture Engineering Construction and Facility Management (AECFM) industry ischanging rapidly driven by the advent of cutting-edge technologies such as Digital Twin (DT). DToriginated in NASA's Apollo Program to support remote, real-time spacecraft simulations. Theyhave since evolved into robust, data-driven virtual models, thanks in large part to Dr. MichaelGrieves’ 2003 conceptual framework in

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GSD 7: Innovative Graduate Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jennifer A Turns, University of Washington; Yuliana Flores, University of Washington

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Graduate Studies Division (GSD)

demand deliberate and innovative approaches from faculty [1]. The instructormust simultaneously support students with varying methodological backgrounds and researchparadigms, navigate different levels of preparedness, establish legitimacy across multipledisciplines, and provide individualized mentoring - all while potentially lacking disciplinarycolleagues for collaboration and pedagogical support. As Holley [1, p. 241] notes, such programs"not only...require collaboration among faculty who traditionally have been highly invested intheir individual discipline or department, but they also require an active, deliberate process tofoster interdisciplinary integration and student learning." These challenges are amplified inrequired courses during

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 8

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Hicks, Texas A&M University-Kingsville ; Lifford McLauchlan, Texas A&M University - Kingsville; Mehrube Mehrubeoglu, Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI)

infrastructure related systems for important tasks such astraffic management (smart signals) and power distribution (smart grids). As a result, theimportance of teaching IoT related concepts and technology to students in computer science,electrical engineering, computer engineering and other relevant STEM education programscontinues to increase. As graduates from these programs enter the workforce they will requireknowledge of sensing devices, communication technologies, and control techniques tosuccessfully meet an ever-increasing demand for the design and support of IoT related systems[1, 4, 15].An ongoing project at Texas A&M University-Kingsville and Texas A&M University-CorpusChristi, both Hispanic Serving Institutions, has focused on

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ERM Technical Session: Strategies for Student Support

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sierra Outerbridge, University of Central Florida; Michelle Taub, University of Central Florida; Sudeshna Pal, University of Central Florida; Hyoung Jin Cho, University of Central Florida

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

students in undergraduate engineering classrooms. We investigate Hispanic/Latina/o/é/xand transfer students’ self-reported experiences over the course of semester, as student voiceprovides a perspective necessary to iterate and adapt best pedagogical practices. Weacknowledge that these student populations are not monolithic [1]-[2]; however, we draw on ourfindings to better understand these populations towards developing curriculum practices toaddress needs of all students in undergraduate engineering courses. This research focuses on student perceptions regarding three distinct pedagogicalpractices (multiple attempt testing, mini projects, and lecture videos), self-reported SRL,motivation, and emotion (as measured by test anxiety). We

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Technical Session 11: Shaping Engineers - Competency, Creativity, and Iteration in the First Year

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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James Bittner, Michigan Technological University; Matt Barron, Michigan Technological University; AJ Hamlin, Michigan Technological University

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD)

computation engineering problems.Introductory knowledge of programming and problem solving is often core components to abroad first-year engineering curriculum. While traditional computer science curriculum oftenemphasizes scientific theories, practicing engineers focus on the societal impact and practicalapplications of their work. As a result, teaching introductory programming concepts to youngfuture engineers can be a challenging task.One common tool to aid in teaching beginning programming theory is to program an automatedassessment. Automated assessment tools have long been deployed successfully in teachingcomputer science curriculum [1]. The benefits of an automated assessment tool are documentedto include more timely feedback, and building up

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 2

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Otilia Popescu, Old Dominion University; Dimitrie C Popescu, Old Dominion University; Emanuel PUSCHITA

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

, lately the radio and communication systems have been moving away from electronics-based hardware to software defined radio (SDR) platforms [1-3], and the pricing of such platformsbecame very accessible for individuals and educational settings. While top performance SDRplatforms such as the Universal Software Radio Peripheral (USRP) [4] are still expensive and areusually considered for research purposes, the price range of under $50 for an RTL-SDR [5] is veryaffordable for a student or any individual who wants to experiment with radio receivers. RTL-SDRis a USB device using the Realtek RTL2832U chipset, which allows the device to convert receivedradio frequency (RF) signals to a stream of in-phase/quadrature (I/Q) samples that can be processedon

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Technological and Engineering Literacy/Philosophy of Engineering Division (TELPhE) Technical Session 4

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Albertus Retnanto, Texas A&M University at Qatar; Mohamed Fadlelmula, Texas A&M University at Qatar; ROMMEL DUAVE YRAC

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). Thispaper will also include a comparison of the assessment results from various courses in theprogram, which shows the effect of rubrics in the improvement of students' technical writing anddata interpretation skills through the three phases.KeywordsTeaching laboratories; Laboratory reports; Technical Writing; Rubric Development, and DataInterpretation Skills.IntroductionLaboratory experiments have historically been a fundamental component of the engineeringexperience [1]. ABET student outcome (6) explicitly mandates that students cultivate "an abilityto develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and useengineering judgment to conclude [2]." Benefits of lab work include acquiring hands-on practicalskills

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ENT-7: Approaches to Fostering Self-Efficacy and Data-Driven Decision Making

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Abigail Tubbs, University of North Dakota; Mercedes Terry, University of North Dakota; Brandon Fugger, University of North Dakota; Blair Dupre, University of North Dakota; Enrique Alvarez Vazquez, University of North Dakota; Ryan Striker P.E., University of North Dakota

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)

and educational data mining toanalyze the impact of learning coaches and project mentors more effectively.IntroductionInnovation-Based Learning (IBL) is an educational approach designed to equip students withcritical skills for addressing real-world challenges [1]. Unlike traditional project-based learning(PBL), which often emphasizes theoretical applications, IBL fosters creativity, collaboration, andcritical thinking through open-ended projects that address complex, real-world problems [2]. IBLencourages students to identify gaps in knowledge, propose innovative solutions, and iterativelyrefine their ideas to create meaningful value beyond the classroom. Integrating core engineeringconcepts with experiential learning, IBL aims to cultivate

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ME Division 7: Making it Matter: Projects and Communication

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sudeshna Pal, University of Central Florida; Sierra Outerbridge, University of Central Florida; Mohammadreza Chimehrad, University of Central Florida; Michelle Taub, University of Central Florida; Hyoung Jin Cho, University of Central Florida

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

. In modern education, PBL has evolved toaddress core content through relevant, rigorous, hands-on learning experiences. [1] It involvesstudents in complex tasks based on challenging questions or problems and promotes sustainedinquiry and critical thinking. PBL has been widely used in many disciplines, including medicine,engineering, and economics, to prepare students for real-world challenges. [2] PBL inengineering education offers multifaceted benefits that extend beyond conceptual understanding.When students engage in hands-on projects, they develop critical professional competencies thatare highly valued in the industry. [3] Hands-on projects simulating real-world engineeringscenarios require students to work within constraints, manage

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Engineering Management Pedagogy: Teaching for Real-World Impact

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yooneun Lee, University of Dayton; Khalid Zouhri, University of Dayton; Philip Appiah-Kubi, University of Dayton

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Engineering Management Division (EMD)

struggling andmake adjustments to the curriculum and program structure to better prepare graduates for success.Additionally, the analysis of student performance can provide valuable feedback to faculty andadministrators, helping them to continually improve and adapt the program to meet the changing needs ofthe industry. Overall, a thorough analysis of student performance in the first year of an engineeringgraduate program is an essential component of ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to succeed intheir careers and make meaningful contributions to the field of engineering [1].The analysis of student performance in their first engineering graduate program has been a key aspect ofevaluating the effectiveness of such programs for many years. In

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 9

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Holly M Golecki, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Wayne L Chang, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Ashleigh Wright, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Saadeddine Shehab, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Blake Everett Johnson, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Ramez Hajj, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Colleen King, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Piper Marie Pascarella, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Lucy Hamilton Cinnamon, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI)

to building morevalue in what they do. We share practical strategies for an engineering podcast with the goal ofempowering more engineering faculty to explore this emerging communication medium.IntroductionFor years, internal and external programs have provided support for faculty to develop educationalinnovations to benefit engineering students in the classroom [1]. Common dissemination methodsfor these types of projects include news articles, internal lunch and learn workshops, and educationconference papers. However, there is still room to further disseminate these impactful projects toa wider audience to allow for educational innovation “at scale”. We asked: Outside of facultycommunities of practice, how do educational innovations spread

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Engineering Ethics Division (ETHICS) Technical Session - Virtue & Ethics in the Profession

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Benjamin Daniel Chambers, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Natalie C.T. Van Tyne, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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Engineering Ethics Division (ETHICS)

foster discussion about those differences?Because classroom settings and participants vary, and other teachers may wish to adaptrather than adopt our exercise, we chose a qualitative approach to interpret theexperiences of students when placed in the circumstances of this activity. Our analyticoutput consisted of themes for competing moral standpoints and discussion. We presentthese in our discussion of the student experience as examples to illustrate the variety ofresponses gained from this exercise and the moral priorities that they indicate.2. Background and LiteratureTeachers of engineering ethics have many ways of approaching their task. Hess andFore’s [1] review of engineering ethics interventions provides a picture of the breadth

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Undergraduate College Industry Partnerships

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nicholas Dang, Purdue Engineering Education; Muhsin Menekse, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE); Mahdi Hosseini, Northwestern University

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College Industry Partnerships Division (CIP)

classroom environments. Dr. Menekse is the recipient of the 2014 William Elgin Wickenden Award by the American Society for Engineering Education. He is also selected as an NSF SIARM fellow for the advanced research methods for STEM education research. Dr. Menekse received four Seed-for-Success Awards (in 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2021) from Purdue University’s Excellence in Research Awards programs in recognition of obtaining four external grants of $1 million or more during each year. His research has been generously funded by grants from the Institute of Education Sciences (IES), the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), Purdue Research Foundation (PRF), and the National Science Foundation (NSF).Mahdi Hosseini, Northwestern

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Mechanics Division (MECHS) Technical Session 7A

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Edwin Lim, University of Georgia; Sadah Elizabeth Schell, University of Georgia; Ben Fahrman, University of Georgia; John Ray Morelock, University of Georgia

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Mechanics Division (MECHS)

engineering.Many engineering problems require students to visualize a system in different orientations,including rotating, translating, and section-cutting the system. Many researchers have shown astrong correlation between success in the STEM field and spatial reasoning skills [1-3]. Wai etal. [3] analyzed data from longitudinal studies conducted over 11 years and confirmed thatspatial visualization strongly influences success in many STEM field. In addition, Hsi et al. [2]also conducted longitudinal studies showing spatial reasoning ability significantly predictedstudents’ success in engineering graphics course exams.Engineering statics is one of the gateway courses for students interested in mechanical, civil, andaerospace engineering majors. Therefore

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Preparing Future Chemical Engineers

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Laura P Ford, The University of Tulsa; Joseph H Holles, New Mexico State University

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED)

allow research orinternship credit frequently had quality requirements or a restriction to 1 or 2 semesters or 3 – 6hours. Minors appear on the student’s transcript at all responding institutions. Concentrationsare transcripted at only half of the institutions, and other specializations at 40% of institutions.Approval is needed at the department level and commonly at college and university levels butnot as often by a governing board, trustees, or regents (35% and lower). Concentrations requirecollege and university approval at lower rates (50%) than minors and other specializations (70%and higher). Most institutions did not report restrictions on specializations, but two institutionsreported that chemical engineering majors are not allowed to