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NSF Grantees Poster Session II

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kimberly Grau Talley P.E., Texas State University; Karim Heinz Muci-Kuchler, Texas State University; Damian Valles, Texas State University; Felipe Gutierrez, Texas State University; Jitendra S. Tate, Texas State University

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engagement, and talent development activities. It is expected that thecombination of all these elements implemented will increase their self-efficacy, solidify theiridentity as engineering professionals, and impact their persistence toward degree completion [1-5]. The funded scholars are supplemented by the inclusion of additional students who can receiveall SEED services other than scholarships. These additional students are selected from the groupof scholarship applicants and are positioned for consideration for future funding through theprogram should there be attrition in the pool of funded SEED scholars.An important objective of the project is for SEED scholarship recipients and non-funded guestscholars to participate in carefully scoped and

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Xianglong Wang, University of California, Davis; Tiffany Marie Chan, University of California, Davis; Angelika Aldea Tamura, University of California, Davis

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED)

approvals and 510(k) clearances) artificial intelligence(AI) and machine learning (ML)-enabled medical devices by January 2014 to over 1,000 bySeptember 2024 [1], machine learning has seen explosive growth in biomedical engineering(BME). Besides AI/ML-enabled medical devices which focus on biomedical signals andimaging, ML is actively influencing BME research in areas such as drug design [2], tissueengineering [3], biomaterials [4], and medical diagnostics [5]. AI/ML-based products, especiallyin large language model (LLM)-based chatbots, are quickly integrated into the currenteducational environment [6]. Although initial investigations of using these chatbots such asChatGPT or Perplexity AI in an academic context seemed underwhelming [7

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NSF Grantees Poster Session I

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Riley Jackson Fosbre, Washington State University; David B. Thiessen, Washington State University; Bernard J. Van Wie, Washington State University; Olusola Adesope, Washington State University; Prashanta Dutta, Washington State University; Faraz Rahimi, Washington State University; Md Shariful Islam, Washington State University

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to provide engineeringstudents with an interactive learning experience. Previous studies have shown (1-5) the efficacyof teaching students with an active learning approach versus a more traditional lecture setup,with a number of approaches already available, such as simple active discussion, think-pair-share, flipped classrooms, etc. Our approach is differentiated by the inclusion of hardware to addboth a visual aid and an opportunity for hands-on experimentation while keep the costs lowenough for a classroom setting. Learning with a hands-on, interactive approach is supported bysocial cognitive theory (SCT) (6-8) and information processing theory (8). Unlike earlier viewsof learning theory, which simply posit that the key to learning is

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session II

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Subha K Kumpaty, Concordia University Wisconsin/ Milwaukee School of Engineering; Mohammad Mahinfalah, Milwaukee School of Engineering; Jan L. Fertig, Milwaukee School of Engineering; Judith Eroe, Grand Canyon University

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strategies, the academic persistence of S-STEMscholars and their career transition into STEM workforce.Table 1 provides a quick overview of the placement of 11 scholars in engineering positions andsome unique experiences they have had during the academic program. Internships and researchopportunities are discussed in subsequent sections along with specific observations and lessons.Table 1. List of S-STEM Scholars and their Placement in STEM fields upon Graduation Scholars Graduation Internships Research Current Date Opportunities Placement Scholar 1 ED May 2022 MSOE Raider Additive Manufacturing Provisur

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NSF Grantees Poster Session II

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jingfeng Wu, University of Michigan; Erika A Mosyjowski, University of Michigan; Shanna R. Daly, University of Michigan; Joi-Lynn Mondisa, University of Michigan; Lisa R. Lattuca, University of Michigan

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Engineering Education Faculty Member at the University of Michigan Ann Arbor.Dr. Lisa R. Lattuca, University of Michigan Lisa Lattuca, Professor of Higher Education and member of the Core Faculty in the Engineering Education Research Program at the University of Michigan. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 ECR-EDU Core Research: (Mis)alignment between ME course content and student career intentionsIntroduction and BackgroundMechanical engineering (ME) follows a similar curriculum across American institutions [1], [2],including topics such as mechanics, thermodynamics, and material science [2]. Design coursesand technical electives offer some opportunity for additional topics

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session II

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Evelyn Sowells-Boone, North Carolina A&T State University; Ajeka Momoh Friday, North Carolina A&T State University; Pal Dave, North Carolina A&T State University

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mixed-method evaluationsusing surveys, focus groups, and retention rate analysis. The primary objectives focus onenriching online technology courses with VR technology to increase attraction and persistence,redesigning course materials for immersive environments, and strengthening engagement andretention through gamified experiential learning. In addition, the project investigates thecorrelations between student perceptions of proficiency, engagement, and outcomes in VRcourses. The survey results, discussed in this paper and illustrated in Figure 1, reveal positivetrends in student engagement and perceptions of equity, highlighting VR's potential to scaleonline STEM education.As Peter Drucker famously stated, "The best way to predict the future

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 8

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hilda Cecilia Contreras Aguirre, New Mexico State University; Stephanie Zackery, New Mexico State University; Luis Rodolfo Garcia Carrillo, New Mexico State University

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for them and their peers.Introduction The sciences and engineering disciplines are often characterized by the lack of humaninteraction and a personalized relationship between students and professors [1], [2]. Thesepractices result in students switching majors or dropping out of college. The aspect of studentengagement through high-impact practices as an effective tool for retention calls for effectiveand well-planned research activities, where undergraduates feel involved and included as part ofthe research community [3], [4]. One common strategy is undergraduate research experiences(UREs), where undergraduate students engage in research activities [5]. URE programs providestudents with a further understanding of how knowledge is

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MATH - Pedogogical Reflections in Mathematics Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Emre Tokgoz, State University of New York - Farmingdale

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, Integral,Power Series, and Function ConceptsAbstractPower series is a concept that requires knowledge of extensive calculus sub-conceptual knowledgethat includes rate of change and antiderivative knowledge and the pedagogical efforts to measureconceptual understanding of STEM students’ is recent ([1]-[9].) If and only if (Iff) is one of thepedagogical techniques introduced in [10] to analyze calculus questions and educators areencouraged to use this technique to structure questions. In this work, we utilize iff methodologyintroduced in [10] and analyze empirical data collected at a university located on the Northeasternside of the United States. The research received Institutional Review Board Approval (IRB) tocollect written and interview data

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Graduate Education, Artificial Intelligence

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yael Gertner, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Tiffani Williams, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

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Continuing, Professional, and Online Education Division (CPOED)

computing designed forstudents with a bachelor's degree (or higher) and little to no background in computing.Technology is among the world's fastest-growing economic sectors, with some of thehighest-paying jobs. Yet the current trajectory of the tech talent pipeline falls far short of meetingthis demand. Many groups (for example, women, African-American/Black, Hispanic/Latinx,American Indian/Alaskan Native, and people with disabilities) have historically been excludedfrom this opportunity [1] and [2]. There is a high demand for employees in the computing field,but entry into this field can be challenging. Our graduate certificate in computer science (CS)aims to bridge this opportunity gap by leveraging the unique backgrounds and experiences

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

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bridget M. Smyser, Northeastern University

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with Disability Act [1] requires educational institutions to provideaccommodations to students with diagnosed physical, mental, and psychological disabilities.Accommodations for students with physical disabilities may include braille texts, accessibleclassrooms, or transcripts. Mental disabilities such as learning disabilities, ADHD, or autism mayhave accommodations such as extended time for tests and assignments, reduced distractions, andnote-taking services. More excused absences, extended time, and a reduced course load mayaccommodate psychological disabilities such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. [2]Accessing accommodations in higher education is not straightforward. Many students remainunaware of available resources and

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Construction Engineering Division: Best of Construction

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tejal Mulay, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; Doreen Kobelo Regalado, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; Mohamed Khalafalla, Florida A&M University - Florida State University

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, is pivotal to addressing the challenges of modern infrastructuredevelopment. However, these fields face a persistent talent gap, particularly amongunderrepresented groups. Addressing this issue requires targeted educational interventions thatcombine theoretical learning with practical exposure to career opportunities [1].Summer camps have proven to be effective platforms for engaging students in STEM disciplines,offering hands-on learning experiences and fostering early interest in technical fields [2]. Thisstudy evaluates the outcomes of a one-and-a-half-week summer camp designed to spark curiosityand encourage career aspirations in transportation and STEM-related domains. Through pre- andpost-surveys, the program assessed shifts in

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ME Division 3: Modern Tools and Methods in Structural Analysis and CAD

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shafique Khan, West Virginia University Institute of Technology

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

their best time and lengthier exams may be givenfor the courses that require it. Since the study is conducted at a regional teaching campus of amajor state university, many students are working adults with full time jobs and in certain cases,full time families. This approach has also helped those students to stay on the course for theiracademic journey.IntroductionIn this study, the previous framework developed for online exams in Blackboard [1] will befurther advanced to make the online exams more randomized. In the previous work, detailedexamples were provided for three courses in mechanical engineering (Dynamics of machines,Machine design, Vibrations) and one general engineering course (Software tools). In thoseexamples, numerical values

Conference Session

The Real World-Project-Based & Experiential Learning

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ilana Ram, Technion Israel Institute of Technology; Uri Shavit; MATAN MASKIT; Lisa Bosman, Purdue University

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

Education, 2025 Re-Designing Fluid Mechanics to Integrate Experiential Learning with Videos and Workshops1. Introduction and BackgroundEngineering programs are well known for their low retention, high attrition rates, and lack ofdiverse participation [1]. According to the American Society for Engineering Education(ASEE) the average retention rate for engineering students in the USA is approximately 50%[2] with around 60% of engineering students changing majors or leaving the universitybefore graduation [3]. These problems are not unique to the USA. According to the Centerfor Research and Information of the Israeli Parliament (Knesset), as of 2022 only about 19%of all undergraduate students in Israel are

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Institutional Support and Training (Equity, Culture & Social Justice in Education Division ECSJ Technical Session 12)

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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David C. Mays, University of Colorado Denver; Tom Altman; Maryam Darbeheshti, University of Colorado Denver; Priscilla Hwang, Virginia Commonwealth University; Cassandra J McCall, Utah State University; Stephen Secules, Florida International University; Maribel Vazquez, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Kelsey Watts, University of Virginia

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, explaining that the initially silent think step is deliberately included toencourage participation by quieter participants. Through two cycles of think-pair-share, thegroups considered two questions: • Question 1: What do new engineering faculty need to know about inclusive teaching at your institution? • Question 2: How can a welcome academy convey this content actively, compellingly, and effectively?Participant responses were recorded by the facilitator on flipcharts provided by the meetingorganizers, and have been reproduced verbatim in Boxes 1-2, then sorted to list the notes in alogical order for presentation. During this brief workshop, participants generated a preliminary syllabus (Box 1) and

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ERM WIP V: Assessing & Developing Competencies in Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Catherine McGough Spence, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Neeko Bochkarev, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Justine Chasmar, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Michelle Soledad, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Luke John Nyberg

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

positions. After two yearsof working as engineers and completing technical, design, and professionalism credits, studentsgraduate with a B.S. in Engineering. Participants in this study are a part of the IRE STEMScholars program, which helps financially support low-income, high achieving students for theirBell Academy semester, and provides additional mentorship and career development supportresources through to graduation. This program supports a diverse population of individuals ontheir pathway to graduation, with a range of backgrounds and experiences [1].This work will notfocus solely on low-income experiences, but rather the more nuanced identities and experiencesof the students [2].Engineering Identity and BelongingEngineering identity is

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

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Samantha Corcoran, Wichita State University College of Engineering; Janelle Birkner, Wichita State University; Gary Brooking, Wichita State University; Andrea Matthews, Wichita State University

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demand for qualifiedengineers, first-year retention rates remain a significant challenge. This paper will explore howthe redesigned program addresses this challenge.Initially, a project-based Engineering 101 course was revamped in 2016 but showed limitedimprovement in retention rates, stabilizing around the mid-60% range. In 2021, the program wasfurther restructured into a comprehensive, multi-semester experience named the “ShockerDesign Experience," expanding its scope to include students of all majors.The redesigned program integrates the Kern Entrepreneurial Engineering Network (KEEN)Entrepreneurial Mindset framework, emphasizing curiosity, connections, and creating value [1],with Stanford d.school’s Design Thinking model [2]. This approach

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ERM WIP II: Equity & Accessibility in Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Leslie A Brown, Utah State University; Catherine McGough Spence, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Autumn Cuellar, Utah State University; Kartik Thakkar, Utah State University; Hamid Karimi, Utah State University; Marissa A Tsugawa, Utah State University - Engineering Education

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paper as an interview protocol that will continue to be adapted as part of thislarger research study, but can also be used as a starting point for researchers exploring similartopics in capturing the experience of neurodivergent engineering students.IntroductionThe purpose of this work-in-progress (WIP) paper is to develop an initial interview protocolleveraging results from a natural language processing analysis that captures neurodivergentengineering student narratives. Neurodivergent individuals have strengths and characteristics thatalign well with success in engineering, such as pattern recognition, attention to detail, andcreativity [1]. Yet, engineering programs struggle to retain neurodivergent individuals [2], [3],and neurodivergent

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Engineering Libraries Division (ELD) Technical Session 2

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Laura Woods, University of Sheffield

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Engineering Libraries Division (ELD)

sharing via shared Google or Word documents also emerged as a commonbehaviour.Data collection for the study is underway from January to April 2025, with the pilot studyhaving proved a successful test of the methodology.IntroductionThis work-in-progress paper outlines the methodology and preliminary findings of aphenomenological study into the information experiences of women engineeringundergraduates at UK universities.Women make up 20% of undergraduate engineering and technology students in the UK [1],and 24.8% in the US [2]. Being in a numerical minority of any kind can include negativeexperiences, and the effect is greater when the numerical minority also has less societalpower; for example ethnic minorities in predominantly white spaces, or

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Student Services & Supports

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Leslie Hopkinson, West Virginia University; Lynnette Michaluk, West Virginia University; Lizzie Santiago, West Virginia University; Aimee Morewood, West Virginia University

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paper willexamine connections between engineering identity and the role of student support services overthe course of a four-year civil and environmental engineering program for four cohorts. A surveyof undergraduate engineering students will investigate students’ perceptions about studentsupport services and engineering identity at various stages in an undergraduate civil engineeringexperience in four separate cohorts: 1) first year in a general engineering program, 2) secondyear after moving into the civil engineering major, 3) third year civil engineering student, and 4)fourth year civil engineering student. Results from this research will help identify student supportvariables that influence perceived engineering identity during different

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Mechanics Division (MECHS) Technical Session 4

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joseph Patrick Coughlin, University of Colorado Denver; Heather Lynn Johnson; David C. Mays, University of Colorado Denver

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theclassroom transition between torque with external forces and internal forces should fosterimproved curricula and pedagogy for improved student learning. Keywords: Higher Education(4.c), Undergraduate (4.f), Engineering Curriculum (5.a), Conceptual Learning (7.a), Interviews(12.a.iii), Phenomenography (12.d.v.7). 1. IntroductionTorque, the rotational analog of force, is defined as follows: τ = r × F, (1) |τ| = |r| |F| sin(θ), (2) τ=𝐼𝛼, (3)where τ is the torque

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WiP: Interdisciplinary Connections

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tamara Floyd Smith, West Virginia University Institute of Technology; Gifty Osei-Prempeh, West Virginia University Institute of Technology; Yogendra M. Panta P.E., West Virginia University Institute of Technology; Bernhard P Bettig, West Virginia University Institute of Technology; Kenan Hatipoglu, West Virginia University Institute of Technology

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mechanical and civil engineering students. The instructor originallydelivered the course to chemical engineering students and modified it to include content likePascal’s Law of Pressure transmission, a topic that is more relevant to disciplines likemechanical engineering. This paper will share changes the instructor made to the course anddescribe plans for future work. BackgroundThe Higher Education LandscapeAccording to one source [1], institutions of higher education were rightsizing based on aforecasted enrollment cliff as well as state and federal underfunding and then the COVID-19pandemic hit. Some institutions used Higher Education Emergency Relief Funding (HEERF) toaddress financial shortfalls, but

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Civil Engineering & Leadership Division Joint Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kevin G. Sutterer, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

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Ajzen 1975). Professional attitudes are the positive andconstructive attitudes that a civil engineer should display (ASCE, 2018). ASCE identifiedtwenty-four professional attitudes that may be important to civil engineers, shown in Table 1.We value all of the attitudes identified by ASCE, but because it would not be practical for theprogram to assess all of the attitudes, we concluded we would need to select only some toprioritize for assessment. Five of the attitudes identified by ASCE (creativity, curiosity,entrepreneurship, intuition, and good judgement) were already prioritized elsewhere in ourprogram and also seemed to involve skill as well, so they were set aside from the others into theirown group. The remaining 19 attitudes were sorted

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division (EP2D) Technical Session 3

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tooran Emami Ph. D., United States Coast Guard Academy

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understanding of three-phase power systems.Numerous outstanding textbooks are available that delve into the fundamentals of electricalengineering circuits, electrical power systems, and electrical machinery [1], [2], [3], [4], [5], and[6]. These resources provide a comprehensive understanding of essential theoretical concepts.Furthermore, many universities globally have embraced laboratory-based software to enrich theeducational experience in electrical machines and three-phase systems, fostering a more hands-on approach to learning. Sarkar et al. introduced a teaching model as a learning model, guidinglearners to acquire knowledge, skills, and attitudes effectively [7]. This paper aims to design asuccessful instructional model with three phases: pre

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ME Division 12: Innovative Approaches to Thermodynamics

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sean Sloan, Oregon Institute of Technology

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Thermo for KeepsAbstractThermodynamics is often the most hated course in the mechanical engineering curriculum.Why? Because when you add up all the possible combinations of applied equations, they becomeoverwhelming, with often subtle differences that are hard to remember. To counter this, four keyprinciples become a foundation. If these are well understood, simple math operations on thesemay create the rest. These principles are: 1. Q = mC∆T, 2. Understanding latent heat, 3.Understanding P∆V work, and 4. Law of the Turbine (an artifice for student discussionestablishing constant entropy across a turbine, in a piston, etc). Even the confusing differencebetween

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ERM Technical Session: Developing Engineering Competencies II

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carolina López, Pontificia Universidad Catholica de Chile; Gabriel Astudillo, Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile; Isabel Hilliger, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile; Luis Eduardo Vargas-Vidal, Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile

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Development and Educational Projects from UNAB-Chile. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Transforming a Project-based Course: Learning Outcomes Assessment and Evaluation for Becoming a Professional EngineerIntroductionThe human capacity for creativity and innovation in manipulating the natural environment,which gave rise to modern science [1], can be understood instrumentally as elements oftechnology —a means to an end that has enabled humanity to improve its quality of life. In thisway, science becomes technology when applied to the invention and manufacture of materialgoods [2], which we now associate with the field of engineering. Characterized by usingingenuity to seek solutions

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ME Division 10: Innovation in the Sophomore Year

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

JuEun Lee, Cal Poly Humboldt

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

andreplicable framework for advancing equity and academic success in undergraduate engineeringeducation.IntroductionStatics is widely recognized as a “gateway course” in undergraduate engineering education,serving as a foundational milestone that significantly influences student retention, persistence,and long-term success [1], [2]. As the first core course in Engineering Mechanics for moststudents, Statics marks a critical transition from procedural, equation-driven problem solving(often encountered in introductory physics) to a more abstract, principle-based framework rootedin equilibrium analysis and spatial reasoning. For many students, particularly those encounteringformalized engineering thinking for the first time, this conceptual shift creates

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Computers in Education Division (COED) Track 4.A

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Julian Ly Davis, University of Southern Indiana; Bradley Lane Kicklighter P.E., University of Southern Indiana

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reasons, the authors chose to use LATEX to create teaching materials for their courses. The authors will discuss how they take advantage of LATEX´s modularity, programmability, and typog- raphy to prepare their course materials. Some examples will be provided such as how LATEX is used to create consistent looking syllabi and how it is used to turn on/off solutions in lecture handouts.1 IntroductionResearch indicates that Microsoft Word users rate their experience with Microsoft Word as less efficientthan LATEX users rate their experience with LATEX. In addition LATEX users report significantly higherenjoyment and less frustration than Microsoft Word users with their respective softwares. But, LATEX usersdo acknowledge that

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ECE-Cybersecurity and Quantum Technology Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tarek Kandil, Western Carolina University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

settings as a qualityassessment performance indicator to test students' ability to apply relevant technical codes andstandards in engineering design.Single line to ground (SLG) faults in transmission lines are often caused by an insulatorflashover [1]. At the point where the SLG occurs, zero-sequence current flows back to theground of the power system. On a grounded system, a fault in a steel tower or grounded woodpole automatically includes the footing impedance in the fault circuit [2]. Hence, the flow ofthe zero-sequence current is greatly influenced by the line's zero-sequence impedance, the arcresistance, and the tower footing impedance (TFI); so, the resultant fault current may be quitesmaller than the computed one when ignoring any of these

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 2

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mohammad Moin Uddin P.E., East Tennessee State University; Keith V. Johnson, East Tennessee State University; Evelyn Roach, East Tennessee State University

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students in the world ofdigital media. Students learned about 2D and 3D computer graphics, using tools like Photoshopand Illustrator for 2D design and advanced software for 3D modeling. The week culminated in acapstone project where students applied their newfound skills. A Pre- and post-survey wasadministered during the Engineering Week and data analysis reveals that the summer institutenot only equips students with valuable skills but also inspires them to pursue college and careerpaths in STEM fields.IntroductionSTEM summer camps have become increasingly popular as they provide engaging, hands-onexperiences that foster interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics amongyoung learners [1], [2], [3]. These camps typically offer a

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NSF Grantees Poster Session I

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jason Morphew, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Amirreza Mehrabi, Purdue Engineering Education; Ben Van Dusen, Iowa State University of Science and Technology

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) that is freely accessible via an online platform system [1],[2]. Thisonline assessment platform encompasses several static conceptual inventories across STEM;however, the CD-CAT has been implemented for introductory physics courses [3]. CD-CAT isan adaptive assessment method that uses adaptive testing algorithms to select test items based onstudents’ real-time performance [4]. This adaptive approach allows for precise and efficientmeasurement of student proficiency [5]-[8]. By selecting questions at the appropriate difficultylevel for each student, the CD-CAT more accurately derives information about student skillmastery, content area learning, and student conceptual profiles. By developing an in-depth anddetailed profile for each student, the