Conference Session

Entrepreneurship and Innovation: Beyond the University

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Laura Hirshfield, University of Michigan; Aileen Huang-Saad, University of Michigan; Julie Libarkin, Michigan State University

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

and written andoral communication skills by reporting progress through presentations and reports. They practicecreative problem solving, developing ethical standards, and analyzing ideas or solutions. Becauseof this, the learning outcomes of engineering design courses typically mirror – or are the same as– outcomes identified for engineering students in general,3,31,32 such as those defined by theEngineer of 2020 report,1 listed in Table 2. Table 2. Engineer of 2020 outcomes. Attributes of the Engineer of 2020 Definition Strong analytical skills Applying math science, and design principles; consider social

Conference Session

Environmental Engineering Division Technical Session 3

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Inez Hua, Purdue University; Loring Nies, Purdue University

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Diversity

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Environmental Engineering

, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability. d. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams. l. A knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of public institutions and private organizations pertaining to environmental and ecological engineering. m. A knowledge of sustainability tools used in all engineering thought, and an ability to use these tools in the design process.Table 2: Assessed student outcomes mapped to course descriptions.Course Title and Brief Description Assessed OutcomesIntroduction to Environmental and Ecological

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Student Division Innovative Research Methods Technical Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rachel K. Anderson, Clemson University; Julie P Martin, Clemson University

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Student

data and reality • Communicative Validity – ensures that the experiences of the participants are accurately portrayed to and understood by the researcher and that the data is handled in a way that best communicates the reality of participant experiences to a relevant audience • Pragmatic Validity – considers whether the theories, frameworks, and ideas the researcher brings to the study fit with the social reality and considers the applicability of the results to the social context • Ethical Validity* - focuses on aspects of integrity and responsibility during the research process (*not included in the 2013 publication, but presented at Q3 workshops, conferences, and in subsequent

Conference Session

DEED Postcard Session 1

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Peter Rogers, The Ohio State University; Denny C. Davis, The Ohio State University; Sarah Winfree, The Ohio State University ; Kaycee Ash, The Ohio State University; Lin Ding, The Ohio State University

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Design in Engineering Education

ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering b. An ability to design and conduct experiment, as well as to analyze and interpret data An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic c. constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability d. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams e. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems f. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility g. An ability to communicate effectively The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a

Conference Session

Integrating Liberal Education and Engineering

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David DiBiasio, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Paula Quinn, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Kristin Boudreau, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Laura A. Robinson, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; John M. Sullivan Jr, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; John Bergendahl, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Leslie Dodson, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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Diversity

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society

Engineering Through a Humanistic Lens” in Engineering Studies 2015 and ”A Game-Based Approach to Information Literacy and Engi- neering in Context” (with Laura Hanlan) in Proceedings of the Frontiers in Education Conference 2015. A classroom game she developed with students and colleagues at WPI, ”Humanitarian Engineering Past and Present: Worcester’s Sewage Problem at the Turn of the Twentieth Century” was chosen by the Na- tional Academy of Engineering as an ”Exemplary Engineering Ethics Activity” that prepares students for ”ethical practice, research, or leadership in engineering.”Ms. Laura A. Robinson, Worcester Polytechnic Institute Lead Research & Instruction LibrarianProf. John M. Sullivan Jr, Worcester

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Assessment and Liberal Education

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Caitlin Donahue Wylie, University of Virginia; Kathryn A. Neeley, University of Virginia; Toluwalogo Odumosu, University of Virginia

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society

Proceedings that same year, Steneck, Olds, and Neeley(2002) argued that the EC2000 criteria “provide[d] opportunities for more clearly defining andstrengthening the role of liberal education in engineering” (p. 1). More specifically, they claimedthat “Liberal education can contribute significantly to the development of all the programoutcomes defined by ABET and is essential to seven of them” (d-j) and to the requirement thatthe major design experience prepare students to deal with “economic; environmental;sustainability; manufacturability; ethical, health, and safety; social; and political” issues.1Recognizing that the new scheme for accreditation specified outcomes but not how the newrequirements should be met and that many engineering educators

Conference Session

Minorities in Engineering Division Technical Session 7

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jacques C. Richard, Texas A&M University; So Yoon Yoon, Texas A&M University; Noemi V. Mendoza Diaz, Texas A&M University; Tanya Dugat Wickliff, Texas A&M University

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

, and MATLAB) and be able to explain your rationale for your choice; 5. Synthesize your knowledge of effective and ethical membership on a technical team (i.e., teaming skills) to refine your conduct as a member of the team. 6. Exhibit a work ethic appropriate for the engineering profession.B. ProceduresPre- and post-engineering enculturation surveys were developed to see how studentsexhibit characteristics of the engineering enculturation outcomes through the engineeringprogram on their way to becoming professional engineers. The students were surveyedwith open-ended questions and their responses were dissected for dominant viewpoints.First, the entire FYE foundation course of over 3,600 students was invited through anemail to

Conference Session

Integrating Sustainability and Social Responsibility into the Curriculum

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jeremiah Matthew Stache P.E., U.S. Military Academy; Joseph P Hanus P.E., U.S. Military Academy; Jennifer Gonser, U.S. Military Academy

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Civil Engineering

importance of students to understand problems’ andsolutions’ impact across the three pillars of economic growth, environmental stewardship, andsocial progress. The multi-dimensional analysis allows students to better assess the complexityof the application of the knowledge they learn. The concept of sustainability even appears in theCivil Engineering Code of Ethics as one of the Fundamental Cannons that “Engineersshall…strive to comply with the principles of sustainable development…;”15 yet more evidencethat sustainability is becoming a foundational and essential component of an engineeringeducation.Given the importance of sustainability in civil engineering curricula, an important questionremains: how do we teach it? One method discussed in this

Conference Session

Environmental Engineering Division Poster Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Roman Taraban, Texas Tech University; Danny D. Reible P.E., Texas Tech University; David Emile Mesple, Texas Tech University; Francesco V. Donato, Texas Tech University; Ibrahim H. Yeter, Texas Tech University; Ryan C. Campbell, Texas Tech University; Jeong-Hee Kim, Texas Tech University; Jill Hoffman, Texas Tech University

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Environmental Engineering

; Computational Think- ing/Pedagogy Project; Rocket Project; World MOON Project; East Lubbock Promise Neighborhood (ELPN) Project; and Robotics. He can be reached at ibrahim.yeter@ttu.edu.Dr. Ryan C. Campbell, Texas Tech University Having recently completed his Ph.D. through the University of Washington’s interdisciplinary Individ- ual Ph.D. Program (see bit.ly/uwiphd), Ryan is now a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Texas Tech University. He currently facilitates an interdisciplinary project entitled ”Developing Reflective Engineers through Artful Methods.” His scholarly interests include both teaching and research in engineering educa- tion, art in engineering, social justice in engineering, care ethics in engineering

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Civil Engineering Division Poster Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Okere O. George, Washington State University; W. Max Kirk, Washington State University

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Civil Engineering

bodies. According to ACCE accreditation document 103 retrieved fromhttp://www.acce-hq.org/images/uploads/Doc_103_Updated_081116_final3.pdf, studentsgraduating with a 4-year degree shall be able to create construction project cost estimates as wellas have knowledge on related areas which include 1) ability to analyze professional decisionbased on ethical principles; 2) analyze construction documents; 3) analyze methods, materials,and equipment used to construct projects; 4) understand construction risks; 5) understand thelegal implications of contracts; 6) understand construction project control process; 7) createconstruction project schedules; 8) create written communications appropriate the constructiondiscipline; 10) create oral presentations

Conference Session

Emerging Computing and Information Technologies I

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Damla Turgut, University of Central Florida; Lisa Massi, University of Central Florida; Salih Safa Bacanli, University of Central Florida; Neda Hajiakhoond Bidoki, University of Central Florida

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Diversity

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Computing & Information Technology

such asusing library resources efficiently, ethics in research, scientific communication skills,information about applying to and planning for graduate education, funding sources forgraduate education, and industry careers. The students also participated in social events suchas a welcome picnic and a trip to a state park.Literature ReviewResearchers have found that educational benefits to students participating in undergraduateresearch experiences are improvements in communication and research skills, ability toperform teamwork, and motivation to pursue advanced degrees (Bauer & Bennett, 2003;Lopatto, 2004; 2007). Large gains in “clarification or confirmation of career/education paths”and personal/professional domains (such as “thinking

Conference Session

Construction 2: Teaching Using Projects, Case Studies, and Service Learning

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert B. Austin, Bowling Green State University

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Construction

management program has included a senior-level capstone course sincenear the beginning of the program in 1976. The BGSU capstone course has involved holisticPBL assignments that mimic real-world circumstances and require students to draw upon theskills and knowledge from their academic training. The student learning objectives for thecapstone course include most of the program’s twenty American Council for ConstructionEducation accreditation learning objectives, which, in addition to topics covered in the AICexamination, include written and oral communication, ethics, legal issues, engagement in multi-disciplinary teams, employment of electronic based technology, project delivery methods,sustainability, and risk management. BGSU’s capstone course is

Conference Session

DEED Postcard Session 2 and Presentation of Student Essay Competition Winners

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jered H. Dean, Colorado School of Mines; Kristine R. Csavina, Colorado School of Mines

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Diversity

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Design in Engineering Education

college level and is the required capstone experience for all Civil, Electrical,Environmental and Mechanical Engineering majors in the university. In addition, a small numberof students from other majors enter the program each semester to take part in specific projects tomeet either technical elective or capstone requirements in their chosen degree program. Each ofthe three departments involved in the capstone program is looking for students to walk awayfrom the program with 1. a significant capstone project experience, 2. professional practice and ethics training, and 3. knowledge of discipline specific design tools and techniques.A leadership committee, supported by faculty advisors, oversee the Capstone program to ensurethese key

Conference Session

International Research Experiences

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lauren Michelle Hatfield, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Catherine T. Amelink, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Nicole P. Sanderlin, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Heather Elizabeth Lyne, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Brent K. Jesiek, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering)

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Diversity

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International

scales of the EGPI are GlobalEngineering Ethics and Humanitarian Values; Global Engineering Efficacy; EngineeringGlobal-centrism; and Global Engineering Community Connectedness. At the post-test, theinternational research students scored higher than domestic students on three of the four scales(all except Engineering Global-centrism). Similarly, the international research students improvedthree of their four scales from pre-test to post-test (Global Engineering Ethics and HumanitarianValues; Global Engineering Efficacy; and Global Engineering Community Connectedness); thedomestic students decreased on all four scales. Fleming, Burrell, Patterson, Fredericks, andChouikha (2014) examined Howard University undergraduate students who participated in

Conference Session

Pre-College: Fundamental Research in Engineering Education (2)

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Laura Bottomley, North Carolina State University

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division

these are elements that are potentiallyidentifiable in an individual lesson. In addition NAE (2009) lists six engineering habits of mind.These overlap with the 21st century skills (2016) and include communication, collaboration (bothalso in Guzey), optimism, systems thinking, ethical thinking, and creativity.The innovations, listed in Sias, that are used in this paper as a part of the check off rubricdeveloped are student-centered learning, place-based learning, integration of instructionaltechnology, project-based learning, family involvement, inquiry, and STEM practices. Onlytwo innovations from Sias, et al. are not included, 21st century skills, because it overlaps withanother element chosen from another source, that of engineering habits of

Conference Session

International Educational Experiences (1)

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alistair Cook, Colorado State University

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Diversity

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International

Citizens  Engineering Students preparedness for working globally  Evaluation of learning programsIt should be noted that developing assessment and evaluation methods in this area is inherently complex,given the list of areas to be investigated, including ethics, social norms, global difference along withstudents own biases based on culture, racial and ethnic position, socio-economic status etc. [12] Thereare also research philosophy and methodological issues to consider, most qualitative measures of globalpreparedness or awareness are by nature, self-efficacy which may call into question the level of ability ofstudents to self-assess given their respective levels of experience. As an example, a recent study into theEWB-USA chapter at

Conference Session

Tips and Tricks for Assessing Student Performance

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Edward F. Gehringer, North Carolina State University

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New Engineering Educators

Paper ID #19408Helping Students to Provide Effective Peer FeedbackDr. Edward F. Gehringer, North Carolina State University Dr. Gehringer is an associate professor in the Departments of Computer Science, and Electrical & Computer Engineering. His research interests include computerized assessment systems, and the use of natural-language processing to improve the quality of reviewing. He teaches courses in the area of programming, computer architecture, object-oriented design, and ethics in computing. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 Helping Students to Provide Effective

Conference Session

Diversity and Inclusion

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Karen E. Rambo-Hernandez, West Virginia University ; Rebecca A. Atadero, Colorado State University; Christina Paguyo, Colorado State University; Jeremy Clinton Schwartz, West Virginia University

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods

,economic issues, and workplace dynamics as reasons for engineers to value diversity.Social justice can be defined as “…full and equal participation of all groups in a society that ismutually shaped to meet their needs” (Adams, Bell and Griffin 2007). This definition relates toengineering in more than one way. First, to achieve social justice, all members of society withthe interest and aptitude must have the opportunity to fully participate in engineering practices.Thus the changing demographics of the United States might be one reason engineers should careabout diversity (Change the Equation, 2015). Second, as described in the preamble to theNational Society of Professional Engineers Code of Ethics, “Engineering has a direct and vitalimpact on

Conference Session

Minorities in Engineering Division Technical Session 4

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Juan C. Morales P.E., Universidad del Turabo

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

results stronglysuggest that the issue of having the FE Exam in the English language is not as critical asoriginally hypothesized. However, additional research, needs to be performed before reachingany solid conclusions; for example, are these results repeatable? Also, will the results hold inother areas of the FE Exam, for example, problems in ethics or engineering economics, in whichthe vocabulary may be more difficult to comprehend and problem statements are usually longerin length? Still, students committed orthographic errors in the translated text; however, these did notalter the meaning of the problem. The author was able to conclude that the students clearlyunderstood the problem and had identified the problem to be solved (find

Conference Session

Flexible Engineering Curricula

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Diana A. Chen, University of San Diego; Gordon D. Hoople, University of San Diego

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Diversity

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society

an assistant professor of general engineering at the University of San Diego. His research interests lie in microfluidics, rapid prototyping, genomics, engineering ethics, and engineering education. He earned his MS and PhD in mechanical engineering from University of California, Berkeley and a BS in engineering from Harvey Mudd College. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 Contextualizing a New General Engineering Curriculum in the Liberal ArtsAbstractSince its founding several decades ago, our School of Engineering has offered a BS/BA degreewith an extensive liberal arts component. With support from a National Science FoundationIUSE/PFE

Conference Session

Innovations in Aero Curriculum and Program Level Administration

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wallace T. Fowler P.E., University of Texas, Austin

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Aerospace

responsibility was only being demonstrated in data from the capstone design sequences.The committee felt that the addition of earlier opportunities to measure student understanding ofprofessional and ethical responsibilities would strengthen the program. As a result, this SObecame the focus of a change in our Engineering Communications course (ASE 333T) and inexercises in the new laboratory course (ASE 375) created to remedy the shortcoming notedabove under Outcome (b). Student Outcome (i): Evaluation of this student outcome, based on the work of currentstudents, creates an almost impossible task. We currently have no good way to evaluate “arecognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning”. However, we areadvised at

Conference Session

Construction 3: Beyond the Academy: Leveraging Partnerships, Internships, and Outreach

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrea Nana Ofori-Boadu, North Carolina A&T State University ; Musibau Adeola Shofoluwe, North Carolina A&T State University; Rico Kelley Jr., North Carolina A&T State University ; Evelyn R. Sowells, North Carolina A&T State University; Robert B. Pyle, North Carolina A&T State University

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Diversity

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Construction

, whileunderemphasizing the soft skills needed for the industry 4. Consequently, a significant gap existsbetween construction management programs and the demands of current professional practice.Undergraduate programs have to make changes to ensure that their CM graduates are job-readyupon graduation 1. In an effort to advance professional development, accreditation organizationssuch as ABET, Inc. have developed criteria that place emphasis on outcomes associated withteamwork, ethics, communication, understanding of engineering impacts, passion for life-longlearning, and knowledge of contemporary issues. Administrators and faculty members ofConstruction Management programs are actively seeking for effective strategies forstrengthening the soft skills of

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carl A. Nelson P.E., University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Greg Bashford P.E., University of Nebraska, Lincoln

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

participants each year, spending approximately 40 hours per week onresearch and professional development activities. A smaller-scale follow-up program (fewerstudents) was also carried out in the summer of 2016. Faculty mentors paired with students,along with graduate student mentorship, to guide research projects in the area of biomedicaldevices, culminating in a research poster session at the end of the summer. Although many ofthe supplemental professional development activities focused on preparation for graduate study(GRE preparation, graduate school applications, professional skills, research ethics), seminarsand field trips designed to promote understanding of intellectual property, entrepreneurship, andindustry careers were also included as

Conference Session

Student Division Poster Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jordan E. Trachtenberg, Rice University

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Diversity

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Student

within the Biology Curriculum. Journal of College Science Teaching, 33 (7): 34-37. 3f an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility Student Formative Etkina Exam, Gantt Chart, Summative Saterbak College Learning Assessment Formative, Frank 15. Lave, J. (1988) Cognition in practice. New York: Cambridge University Press

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Biomedical Division Poster Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Karen R. Thickman, University of Washington

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Biomedical

balance the learning 2016UndergraduateStudentsBasedon PerformanceonFinalExamobjectives tested and to align each question moreclearly with an objective. Second,studentperceptionsofinterestinandimportanceofgenomicstechnologieswillbeassessedthroughsurveysadministered at the beginning and end of the course.Third, as questions of ethics, consent, and privacy arecentral to appropriate use of these genomictechnologies, in-class discussions and studentreflections on these issues will be used to asses studentunderstanding of the non-technical challengesassociated with these tools.1. Mardis, E. R.; Trends Genet. 24, 133–141 (2008).2. Hood, L. & Flores, M.; N. Biotechnol. 29, 613

Conference Session

Educational Research and Methods Division Poster Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lisa K. Davids, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Univ., Daytona Beach; James J. Pembridge, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Univ., Daytona Beach; Yosef S. Allam, Colorado School of Mines

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Educational Research and Methods

). Valli (1997, p. 70) asserts that “[Reflectiveteachers] can look back on events; make judgments about them; and alter their teachingbehaviors in light of craft, research, and ethical knowledge. Teachers who are unreflective wouldbe limited in their ability to make good decisions, to consider the consequences of their actions,or to alter their actions”. Loughran (2002, p.35) adds that “experience alone does not lead tolearning; reflection on experience is essential”. Additionally, adequate reflection requiresconsideration of alternate perspectives as well as one’s own, for the purpose of reframing theproblem for deeper understanding (Schӧn, 1987). It is for this reason that reflection in thecontext of considering peer observation feedback is

Conference Session

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

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brandon B. Terranova, Drexel University; Christopher M. Weyant, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.); Steven Wrenn, Drexel Unviersity, Chemical and Biological Engineering Department; Youngmoo Kim, Drexel University, ExCITe Center; Lunal Khuon, Drexel University; Kristin Imhoff, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.); Kevin Ayers, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.); Antonios Kontsos, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.); Leonid Hrebien, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.); James E. Mitchell, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.)

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First-Year Programs

. Ability to work in teams. Time management and planning. Engineering Professional Skills Professional skills for co-op (resume, interviews, etc.). Project management (manage tasks, budget, etc.). How to use research resources. How to critically evaluate information (found online, in books, articles, etc.). Ability to interact with a diverse audience. Understand societal factors impacting engineering (aesthetics, ethics, sustainability, manufacturability, etc

Conference Session

Revolutionizing Engineering Departments (RED)

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Susan M. Lord, University of San Diego; Edward J. Berger, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Nadia N. Kellam, Arizona State University; Ella Lee Ingram, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Donna M. Riley, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Diane T. Rover, Iowa State University; Noah Salzman, Boise State University; James D. Sweeney, Oregon State University

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods

their undergraduate programs and educateinclusive communities of engineering and computer science students prepared to solve 21st-century challenges.”The idea for RED emerged from a high-level review of Engineering Education investments at theNSF. Informed by both internal program evaluations of current and prior programs and externalassessments in the engineering education literature [1, 2], the review revealed that while therehad been significant progress made in diffusing engineering education innovations in first-yearengineering and in capstone design, change had been much slower in the middle years of thecurriculum. In particular, while certain workplace-relevant engineering skills such ascommunication, teamwork, design, ethics, and socio

Conference Session

The Philosophy of Engineering and Technological Literacy

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

R. Alan Cheville, Bucknell University; John Heywood, Trinity College-Dublin

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Diversity

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Technological and Engineering Literacy/Philosophy of Engineering

, ethics and values, and action/involvement—that can beapplied to many forms of literacy (Cheek, 1992). A later study (Gagel, 1997) definedtechnological literacy as being able to: “(a) accommodate and cope with rapid andcontinuous technological change, (b) generate creative and innovative solutions fortechnological problems, (c) act through technological knowledge both effectively andefficiently, and (d) assess technology and its involvement with the human lifeworldjudiciously.” Generally STS-derived definitions of technological literacy address the need toeducate individuals for living in a technologically mediated world and are system oriented,involve elements of the ethical and moral dimensions of society, and are both critical andintegrative

Conference Session

Life After Graduation

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Houshang Darabi, University of Illinois, Chicago; Elnaz Douzali, University of Illinois, Chicago; Fazle Shahnawaz Muhibul Karim, University of Illinois, Chicago; Samuel Thomas Harford, University of Illinois, Chicago, PROMINENT Labs; Hereford Johnson, University of Illinois, Chicago

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Educational Research and Methods

standard that covers mainengineering skills in sciences, mathematics and design. Students are prepared through arigorous curriculum. However, Universities fail to fully prepare students for aspects of theirlives beyond the academic scope. While the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology(ABET) requires student training in ethics, lifelong learning, communication, and working inmultidisciplinary teams, students remain insufficiently prepared with skills that help overcomemany challenges they face after leaving University.University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) is a public research university registering greater than20,000 students. One of the colleges at the University is the College of Engineering (COE). TheDepartment of Mechanical and