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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bijan Sepahpour, The College of New Jersey; Steven Schreiner P.E., The College of New Jersey; Diane C Bates, The College of New Jersey; Seung-yun Kim, The College of New Jersey; J. Lynn Gazley, The College of New Jersey

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undergraduate engineering programs. He has advised on over forty (40) Senior Design Projects and his teams of students have received five (5) National Championships and three Best Design Awards. In the recent years, he has challenged himself with the creation of an effective methodology for successful Invention and Innovation. He was part of a 14 member multi-disciplinary team to design and create the ”Society, Ethics, and Technology (SET)” course at TCNJ in 1994 and has taught multiple regular and Honors sections of this course since then. He is currently leading a multi- disciplinary team of faculty from TCNJ’s School of Engineering and the Department of Sociology for assessment of the Professional Formation of Engineers

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Monica Farmer Cox, Ohio State University; Joyce B. Main, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Ebony Omotola McGee, Vanderbilt University; Matilde Luz Sanchez-Pena, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Nikitha Sambamurthy, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Jung Sook Kim, Ohio State University

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Why We Persist: An Intersectional Study to Characterize and Examine the Experiences of Women Tenure-Track Faculty in Engineering This project applies an intersectionality framework to identify why tenure-track womenof color (WOC) persist as engineering faculty. Project goals will be achieved through thecompilation and analysis of longitudinal data of WOC faculty in engineering using an AmericanSociety for Engineering Education (ASEE) faculty database; the development of a nationalsurvey investigating the perspectives of all women engineering faculty at U.S. engineeringinstitutions on issues of race, class, and gender; and the exploration of similarities anddifferences in horizontal and vertical intersectionality across WOC

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Laila Guessous, Oakland University; Caymen May Novak, Oakland Unversity

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Oakland University(OU) has been organizing a research experience for undergraduates (REU) program that hasbeen successful at recruiting underrepresented undergraduates in engineering – women inparticular. Funded through the National Science Foundation REU program, this summer REUprogram focuses on automotive and energy-related research projects. The Automotive andEnergy Research and Industrial Mentorship (AERIM) REU program at Oakland University aimsto engage participants in rewarding automotive research experiences that excite and motivatethem to pursue careers in scientific and engineering research, and seeks to address thenationwide problem of the under-representation of women and minorities in the sciences,technology, engineering and math

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Retention

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Marisa K. Orr, Clemson University; Rachel K. Anderson, Clemson University; Maya Rucks, Clemson University

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Educational Research and Methods

semester, meaning that most of the students who left without a degree had committed atleast eight semesters of time and tuition to their chosen degree program.Continuing WorkThe continuing evolution of this project (both in scope and size) will next involve the use ofmore recent data to determine which findings hold true. Additionally, the pool of variables willbe expanded to include specific course outcomes and other semester variables (e.g. number ofhours attempted, number of hours completed). The goal of understanding these students is to beable to identify them early and help them make strategic decisions about defining and reachingtheir goals. The strategic pathways will be identified by studying students with similar indicatorsthat adapted

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Understanding the Discipline of Engineering

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Tingerthal P.E., Northern Arizona University

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Educational Research and Methods

includes generalarticles on curricular philosophy and overall approach to teaching and learning. Active learningdominated this category. Many of the codes in this category could be grouped under authenticand experiential learning practices which have long been associated with engineering education.Problem-based (PrBL) and Project based (PjBL) learning methods are also common in thiscategory as are case studies and interdisciplinary learning.It is not surprising that engineering educators use Techniques that rely on a myriad of modelingtechniques, ranging from computer simulation, to creating physical models, to usingdemonstrations in the classroom. Almost twenty nine percent of the codes mapped to practicaleducational techniques. These complement

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Work-in-Progress Oral Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Negar Beheshti Pour, Washington State University; David B. Thiessen, Washington State University; Bernard J. Van Wie, Washington State University

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Chemical Engineering

with a temperature distribution, it will bedeflected as the non-uniform temperature distribution leads to a non-uniform refractive indexwithin the fluid. Hence, refracted light rays cast a shadow with varying light intensity to producethe shadowgraph. After passing through the fluid, the light beam may be projected onto a screenor can be refocused by another lens or mirror and recorded by a CCD camera [12, 13]. 2.2. Experimental apparatusThe shadowgraph visualization setup is simple, including a point light source, a couple ofmirrors or lenses, a screen or a CCD camera to capture the images [12]. Instead of a point lightsource along with a mirror or lens to make a parallel beam of light, we use a collimated LEDlight source, and a machine

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Mathematics Division Technical Session 2

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Angeles Dominguez, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Monterrey, Mexico, and Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile; Genaro Zavala, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Monterrey, Mexico, and Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile; Maria Elena Truyol, Universidad Andrés Bello, Santiago, Chile

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training. She teaches undergraduate courses related to environmental management, energy and fundamentals of industrial processes at the School of Engineering, UNAB. She currently is coordinating the Educational and Academic Innovation Unit at the School of Engineering (UNAB) that is engaged with the continuing teacher training in active learning methodologies at the three campuses of the School of Engineering (Santiago, Vi˜na del Mar and Con- cepci´on, Chile). She authored several manuscripts in the science education area, joined several research projects, participated in international conferences with oral presentations and key note lectures and serves as referee for journals, funding institutions and associations

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Teaching Statics, Dynamics, and Mechanics of Materials

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Somnath Chattopadhyay, University at Buffalo, SUNY; Jerry Qu, University at Buffalo ; Adres Nuri, University at Buffalo ; Syed Ali Hasan, University at Buffalo; Nilanjan Kundu, University at Buffalo

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Mechanics

Buffalo’s School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. I am pursing a Bachelors of Science in Computer Science and a Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering.Mr. Nilanjan Kundu, University at Buffalo Nilanjan Kundu is currently a senior pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering at the University at Buffalo’s School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 Torsion Tests to Study Plastic Deformation in Ductile Materials ABSTRACTThis project is an experimental study on plastic deformation in ductile materials such as aluminumand steel. The objective is to stimulate interest in engineering

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Electrical and Computer Division Technical Session 2

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jiahui Song, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Douglas Eric Dow, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Electrical and Computer

Singapore, in Singapore. He has also done biomedical research during post doctorate research positions at the Uni- versity of Michigan (Ann Arbor, MI), Tohoku University (Sendai, Japan), and Mayo Clinic (Rochester, MN). He has taught classes for and been an advisor on capstone senior design projects for Wentworth students in the programs of electrical engineering, computer engineering, electromechanical engineering, and biomedical engineering. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 Using Telecommunication Instructional Modelling System (TIMS) in Communications Systems CourseAbstract:Conventional courses in communications systems use lecture and readings to explain

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Diversity and Inclusion

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Janet Y. Tsai, University of Colorado, Boulder; Jacquelyn F. Sullivan, University of Colorado, Boulder; Beth A. Myers, University of Colorado Boulder; Kevin O'Connor, University of Colorado, Boulder

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods

-enhancing first-year curriculum, which includes Self-Management and Leadership, First-Year Engineering Projects (design), Engineering Explorations through Physics, and mathematics courses. The classes are designed to immerse students in authentic engineering practices from the start of the undergraduate experience, and have evolved to feature an asset-based, capacity-building mindset instead of assuming that students are deficient or lacking in preparation and thus require remediation to succeed. Retention: GS includes an intentional focus on fostering learning communities and supporting students’ identity development as engineers and full members of a community that cares about them as whole people. Multiple methods and

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Retention

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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William Barrett Corley, University of Louisville; Jaqi C. McNeil, University of Louisville

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods

Paper ID #18097Stickiness of Nontraditional Students in EngineeringMr. William Barrett Corley, University of Louisville William B. Corley, M.S., is the graduate research assistant on this project. He is an experimental psychol- ogy (cognitive concentration) graduate student with the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at University of Louisville. He has a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in experimen- tal psychology with a cognitive psychology concentration. His background includes several educational research projects and extensive training in statistical methods.Dr. J. C. McNeil

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Community Engagement Division Technical Session 1

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jane M. Fraser, Colorado State University, Pueblo; Rebecca Medina, Boys & Girls Clubs of Pueblo County

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Diversity

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explore; let the kids figure it out.BGCA is committed to closing the opportunity gap in STEM with innovative and creativeprograms, activity ideas and resources for Clubs and the youth they serve. BGCA has increasedits STEM curriculum in the last 5 years, called DIY STEM. After-school and summer learningenvironments provide unique opportunities to advance STEM knowledge and increase interest inSTEM-related careers. Using a cross-disciplinary approach that channels young people’s naturalcuriosity into the design process inherent in the arts, BGCA’s STEM programs empower youthto create new solutions to real-world challenges. This project-based approach develops criticalthinking, problem solving, and other 21st century skills critical to success in

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shawn S. Jordan, Arizona State University, Polytechnic campus; Kalvin White, Department of Dine Education, Navajo Nation; Ieshya K Anderson, Arizona State University; Courtney A Betoney, Arizona State University, Polytechnic campus; Tyrine Jamella Pangan, Arizona State University (Polytechnic Campus); Chrissy Hobson Foster, Arizona State University

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several NSF-funded projects related to design, including an NSF Early CAREER Award entitled ”CAREER: Engineering Design Across Navajo Culture, Community, and Society” and ”Might Young Makers be the Engineers of the Future?,” and is a Co-PI on the NSF Revolutionizing Engineering Departments grant ”Additive Innovation: An Educational Ecosystem of Making and Risk Taking.” He was named one of ASEE PRISM’s ”20 Faculty Under 40” in 2014, and received a Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers from President Obama in 2017. Dr. Jordan co-developed the STEAM LabsTM program to engage middle and high school students in learning science, technology, engineering, arts, and math concepts through designing and

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Biomedical Division Poster Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Orlando Sanguinette Hoilett, Purdue University; Asem Farooq Aboelzahab, Purdue University; Erica Amanda Layow, Purdue University; Jacqueline Callihan Linnes, Purdue University; Chi Hwan Lee, Purdue University

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Biomedical

Society for Engineering Education, 2017 #FunTimesWithTheTA – A Series of Fun, Supplementary Lessons for Introductory Level Biomedical Instrumentation Students (Work-in-Progress)Engineering is hallmarked by the process of assessing a need and implementing a design to meetthe need[1]. Over the years, universities have adopted the capstone Senior Design project inorder to provide students the opportunity to put their engineering skills to the test in real-worldprojects. However, educators agree that obtaining competency in engineering design requireshours of hands-on practice beyond the time and scope of a university course. As a result, we arepilot testing a series of supplementary active-learning

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies - Bring Your Own Experiment

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Christopher P. Pung, Grand Valley State University; Amanda E. Stark, NASA Langley Research Center; Matthew Steven Dykstra; Jill Morris

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

injectionmolding. Past projects for the class have resulted in designs for components that are intended forinjection molding. However, the final designs have included parts that have features notcompatible with the injection molding process or stated limits on the complexity of the mold.These incompatibilities have included: lack of or insufficient draft to allow the part to releasefrom the mold, the use of multiple cores, collapsing cores, mold lock and others. The studentsthat engaged in the hands-on prototype creation detailed below produced designs that werecompatible with an injection molding process.Introduction:As technology advances, injection molding is proving to be a viable production method forsilicone parts. Injection molding has many

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Learning Environments for Statics, Dynamics, and Mechanics of Materials

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Brian P. Self, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; James M. Widmann, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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Mechanics

professor exchange, teaching at the Munich University of Applied Sciences. He is a co-author on the Beer and Johnston dynamics textbook. His engineering education interests include collaborating on the Dynamics Concept Inventory, developing model-eliciting activities in mechanical engineering courses, inquiry-based learning in mechanics, and design projects to help promote adapted physical activities. Other professional interests include aviation physiology and biomechanics.Dr. James M. Widmann, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Jim Widmann is a professor of mechanical engineering at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. He received his Ph.D. in 1994 from Stanford University and has

Conference Session

Environmental Engineering Division Poster Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bradley A. Striebig, James Madison University

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Diversity

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Environmental Engineering

harmful pathogens from their wastewater isvital to the health of residents. This paper will focus on a project for the development of amicrobial fuel cell (MFC) system for developing communities appropriate for use to demonstratethe principles of scientific and engineering inquiry in advanced high school classroom. TheMFC system will utilize a simulated waste stream resulting from existing food processingactivities and potentially provide both a modest amount of stable electricity for local use.High school students have utilized the environmental science and engineering principle thatcontrol the MFC system to design, build and test Microbial Fuel Cells made form simplematerials. The MFC captures the electrons produced by the bacteria while they

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carla B. Zoltowski, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Patrice Marie Buzzanell, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Andrew O. Brightman, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); David Torres, Purdue University; Sean M Eddington, Brian Lamb School of Communication - Purdue

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explore foundationalunderstandings of formation and diversity and inclusion in engineering while addressing thethree project objectives: 1) Better prepare engineers for today’s workforce; 2) Broadenunderstandings of engineering practice as both social and technical; and 3) Create and sustainmore diverse and inclusionary engineering programs.The project is organized around the three phases of the design process (inspiration, ideation, andimplementation), and embedded within the design process is a longitudinal, multiphase, mixed-methods study. Although the goal is to eventually study these objectives on a broader scale, webegin with a smaller context: the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) and theWeldon School of Biomedical

Conference Session

First-Year Programs: Sunday 5-Minute Work-in-Progress Postcard Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Amy Trowbridge, Arizona State University; Haolin Zhu, Arizona State University

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First-Year Programs

, and content,and will present results from a survey conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of the course.Course DesignThe interdisciplinary course, Perspectives on Grand Challenges for Engineering, is designed fornew GCSP students of all engineering majors. Each fall semester, approximately 100 freshmenstudents enroll in this course which is taught in sections of up to 50 students. The 3 credit hourcourse meets twice a week for 75 minutes per session, and is taught in an active learningenvironment that requires student participation in discussions, activities, and a team project. Thecourse is centered on the theme of the National Academy of Engineering’s (NAE) GrandChallenges for engineering in the 21st century and it is designed to offer

Conference Session

COED: EE Topics

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Radian G Belu, Southern University; Lucian Ionel Cioca, Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu; Richard Chiou, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.)

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Computers in Education

Paper ID #20316Symbolic Computation Applications in Power Engineering EducationDr. Radian G Belu, Southern University Dr. Radian Belu is Associate Professor within Electrical Engineering Department, Southern University, Baton, Rouge, USA. He is holding one PHD in power engineering and other one in physics. Before joining to Southern University Dr. Belu hold faculty, research and industry positions at universities and research institutes in Romania, Canada and United States. He also worked for several years in industry as project manager, senior engineer and consultant. He has taught and developed undergraduate and graduate

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Integrating Teaching Assistants, Tenure-track, and Non-tenure-track Faculty into a Cohesive Department

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Brad Wambeke, United States Military Academy; Brock E. Barry, U.S. Military Academy; Jakob C Bruhl P.E., U.S. Military Academy

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Civil Engineering

Associate Professor and Mechanics Group Director in the Department of Civil & Mechanical Engineering at the United States Military Academy, West Point, New York. Dr. Barry holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Rochester Institute of Technology, a Master of Science degree from University of Colorado at Boulder, and a PhD from Purdue University. Prior to pursuing a career in academics, Dr. Barry spent 10-years as a senior geotechnical engineer and project manager on projects throughout the United States. He is a licensed professional engineer in multiple states. Dr. Barry’s areas of research include assessment of professional ethics, teaching and learning in engineering education, nonverbal communication in the

Conference Session

Understanding Student Development in Design

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Euisuk Sung, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Todd Kelley, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering)

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Design in Engineering Education

Paper ID #19834Understanding Young Students’ Problem Solving Pathways: Building a De-sign Process Model Based on Sequential AnalysisMr. Euisuk Sung, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering) Euisuk Sung is a Ph.D. candidate at Purdue University. He is majoring Engineering and Technology Teacher Education. He has computer science degree and worked as a computer software developer for three years. then he served as an engineering and technology educator in high school for 9 years in South Korea. Currently he is working in NSF Funded project, titled TRAILS. His research interests are design cognition, design

Conference Session

Electrical and Computer Division Technical Session 3

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Dale N. Buechler, University of Wisconsin, Platteville

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Diversity

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Electrical and Computer

whoare enrolled in these classes. Based on the results from these pilot studies, a multi-year studywas implemented to investigate the use of online quizzing and incremental feedback to promotestudent self-directed learning and improve student confidence. This approach is not areplacement for, but instead a supplement to traditional assignments and projects.This paper describes the results of that multi-year study implemented in different types ofelectrical engineering courses. The purpose of the project and student outcomes aresummarized. The implementation differences and limitations for the different types of electricalengineering courses (theoretical, mathematical, laboratory) are discussed. The results of studentsurvey data clearly show that

Conference Session

Engineering Transfer Issues: Two-year College to Four-year College

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Elizabeth W. Schott, Florida SouthWestern State College; Cynthia Jane Wilson Orndoff Esq., Florida SouthWestern State College

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Two Year College Division

smaller class size that provides additional educational support. Most of these studentsstart their education program by enrolling in an Associate of Arts (AA) degree. These programs,however, often are not specifically designed to transfer into an engineering Bachelor of Sciencedegree program.According to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, out of a total of 126 occupationslisted for 2024 growth projection, 16% of the top 25 are engineering [1]. Of the total occupationsrequiring a bachelor's degree, 13% are in engineering [1]. Those employed with a bachelor'sdegree in engineering comprise 23% of the top one-half of the median average and 13% of thetop quarter median wage earners [1]. Thus, engineering is one of the highest paying and

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Minorities in Engineering Division Technical Session 7

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jinny Rhee, San Jose State University; Camille Johnson, San Jose State University; Clifton M. Oyamot Jr., San Jose State University

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

Camille Johnson is a professor of management in the Lucas College and Graduate School of Business at San Jose State University. She has a PhD in social psychology from Ohio State University and studies first generation students and diversity issues.Dr. Clifton M. Oyamot Jr., San Jose State University c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 Preliminary Findings Using Growth Mindset and Belonging Interventions in a Freshman Engineering ClassABSTRACTEngineering is typically plagued with lower graduation rates and larger achievement gapscompared to other majors; the projected demand for its future graduates lends to the urgency inreversing these trends. Holding a growth mindset

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Teams, Teaching, Leadership, and Technical Communications in Mechanical Engineering

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Timothy J. Jacobs, Texas A&M University; Rachal E. Thomassie, Texas A&M University

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Diversity

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Mechanical Engineering

the department to foster its student leaderdevelopment. The student ambassadors are involved in recruitment efforts with the department,outreach to prospective and newly admitted students, and special projects that enhance thestudent services our department offers. Their personal growth is assessed through self-reflectionpieces, which also serves to guide improvements in the program. As a result, our department isable to meet with more prospective students, has increased on-campus recruiting efforts andprovides mentors for newly admitted students.IntroductionA common student outcome of engineering curricula is preparing the student to enter theworkforce as a leader and a professional. Mechanical engineering curricula attempt to ensure

Conference Session

Educational & Professional Issues of Strategic Importance to the Civil Engineering Profession – and ASCE

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Matthew K Swenty P.E., Virginia Military Institute; Brian J. Swenty P.E., University of Evansville

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Civil Engineering

and structural engineering courses at VMI and enjoys working with the students on undergraduate research projects and with the ASCE student chapter. He currently serves as a Member of ASCE’s Committee on Licensure and Com- mittee on Student Membership.Dr. Brian J. Swenty P.E., University of Evansville Brian J. Swenty, Ph.D., P.E. is Interim Dean of the College of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Evansville. He earned his B.S. and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Missouri-Rolla and his M.S. degree in civil engineering from the University of Florida. He is a licensed professional engineer in California, Florida, Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana. He has held positions as an active duty Army

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Development of Technical and Soft Skills in BME

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jean-michel I. Maarek, University of Southern California

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Biomedical

orient their preparation. However, incontrast to the practice of traditional laboratories, a circuit diagram including componentvalues, or a plan for the experiment including information about the measurements to obtainwas not provided. Each laboratory session started with a discussion moderated by theinstructor and teaching assistant aimed at establishing a layout for the circuit or a template forthe design of the experiment.Two laboratory sections enrolled 23 and 24 students respectively, who completed six “one-session” laboratories and two mini-projects spread over several weeks (electromyogramamplifier and blood pressure monitor). An anonymous student survey was conducted at theend of the semester to gather student feedback about the inquiry

Conference Session

Technology and Design in Engaging and Analyzing Ethics

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Roman Taraban, Texas Tech University; Mark Stephen LaCour Jr., Texas Tech University; William M. Marcy P.E., Texas Tech University; Richard A. Burgess II, Texas Tech University

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and 3hregarding the development of ethical responsibility in engineering students. The purpose of thepresent project is to use the learning and analytical capabilities of IBM Watson NaturalLanguage Classifier to analyze capstone papers submitted by undergraduates in a course onengineering ethics. The capstone papers that we analyzed required students to identify anddiscuss a contemporary engineering technology (e.g., autonomous tractor trailers) and toexplicitly discuss the ethical issues involved. In the two tests described here we assessed whetherWatson-NLC could classify sentences from students’ papers as either related to ethics or notrelated to ethics. Additionally, we consider the utility of these simple machine-basedclassifications

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Integrating Teaching Assistants, Tenure-track, and Non-tenure-track Faculty into a Cohesive Department

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tanya Kunberger P.E., Florida Gulf Coast University; Chris Geiger, Florida Gulf Coast University; Jackie Greene, Florida Gulf Coast University

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Civil Engineering

Learning Management System (LMS).While Mentor TAs are welcome to attend the larger presentation classes, they are utilizedprimarily in the smaller class meetings. These classes begin with a short 5 – 10 minute topicoverview, followed by a 15 – 20 minute discussion using a think-pair-share approach. Theremaining class time (45 – 60 minutes) is devoted to team meetings. During these sessions,Mentor TAs take attendance, facilitate course logistics, and ensure that each team receives atleast two visits from different individuals during the “team meeting” portion of the class. In thevirtual environmental Mentor TAs provide feedback to students on individual and groupsubmissions, many of which are foundational for the semester-long group project. For