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Jeff Cunion; Brigitte Barbier

1 Integrating SAP into an Online Engineering Technology Class: Issues and Outcomes Jeff Cunion Engineering Technology Department Tarleton State University Brigitte Barbier Engineering Technology Department Tarleton State University AbstractSAP’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is considered a standard among thousands ofcompanies around the globe. Since employers are interested in hiring SAP trained collegegraduates, hundreds of

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Chadia Affane Aji; M. Javed Khan

1 Simulation Technology and Student Engagement Chadia A. Aji Mathematics Department Tuskegee University M. Javed Khan Aerospace Science Engineering Department Tuskegee University AbstractAn authentic learning environment with the integration of technology can effectively engagestudents and improve their academic performance. Technology can support learning situations thatrelate to real life, and provide opportunities for

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Jesus Ortega

1 Session XXX Thermal Energy Storage: Gaps and Bridges for Concentrating Solar Power Technologies Jesus Daniel Ortega, MSME, MBA Mechanical Engineering Department University of New Mexico AbstractImplementation of thermal energy storage (TES) systems into concentrating solar power (CSP)technologies is paramount, not only to increase their capacity, but also to provide resilience duringperiods of time without sunlight. While there have been

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Ian Gravagne

1 The Narrative Engineer Ian Gravagne Electrical & Computer Engineering Dept. Baylor University Extended AbstractIn recent years we have all become more aware of the central role that algorithms can play inproducing unjust and unfair outcomes for certain individuals and people groups. Although the largeand highly visible players in the information technology industry (such as Facebook) have borne thebrunt of the criticism, scrutiny has also been leveled at the field of computer science generally

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M. Javed Khan; Chadia Affane Aji

’ development of engineering identity at a Historically BlackCollege/University (HBCU). A validated 11-item questionnaire on engineering identity wasadministered to freshmen through seniors. The data was analyzed to determine correlations betweenengineering identity, time spent in college, and academic success. This work is supported by NSFGrant# 1832041. IntroductionThe number of engineers in the US with an undergraduate degree in engineering is well below theneed, and this gap is projected to grow over the next five years. For example, it has been reportedthat by 2025 more than two million jobs requiring science, technology, engineering and mathematics(STEM) background will be unfulfilled1.The number of

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Kenneth Leitch; Erick Benjamin Butler

andmechanical, mechanical and aerospace, mechanical and biomedical, chemical and petroleum,electrical and computer, etc.). IntroductionWest Texas A&M University (WTAMU) is a member of the Texas A&M University System,enrolling approximately 10,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students [1]. WTAMU beganoffering engineering programs in 2003 in response to industry needs for the greater TexasPanhandle region. WTAMU houses five engineering related programs (civil, electrical,environmental, mechanical, and technology) in its College of Engineering. Current enrollment inthe College of Engineering as of Spring 2020 for all bachelor’s and master’s students isapproximately 624, far exceeding original program

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Abhaya Datye; Marina Miletic; Jamie Gomez; Eva Chi; Sang M. Han; Catherine Hubka; Yan Chen; Vanessa Svihla; Sung Kang; Heather Canavan

2018 NSF CAREER awardee inengineering education research. Dr. Svihla studies learning in authentic, real world conditions; thisincludes a two-strand research program focused on (1) authentic assessment, often aided byinteractive technology, and (2) design learning, in which she studies engineers designing devices,scientists designing investigations, teachers designing learning experiences and students designing tolearn.SUNG “PIL” KANGDr. Sung “Pil” Kang is an assistant professor at the University of New Mexico. His academicinterests include change management, change model validation, and mindset evolution. He may bereached at pilkang@unm.eduHEATHER CANAVANDr. Heather Canavan is a Professor in the Department of Chemical & Biological

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Cynthia Fry; Zachary Steudel

1 Code Hardening: Development of a Reverse Software Engineering Project Cynthia C. Fry, Zachary Steudel Department of Computer Science Baylor University AbstractIn CSI 2334, “Introduction to Computer Systems,” we introduce a group project to the studentswhose purpose is to simulate a team project on the job. Group projects are used very frequently toprovide a similar learning environment which capitalizes on the benefits of peer-to-peer instruction,or cooperative learning. In this group project, students

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Roli Varma

Asian Indian Engineers on H-1B Visas in the United States Roli Varma School of Public Administration University of New Mexico, Albuquerque AbstractUnder the U.S. Immigration and Nationality Act, the H-1B visa allows technology companies totemporarily employ foreign workers in specialty occupations. This paper presents a case study ofAsian Indian engineers on H-1B visas working in technology companies in the United States.They enter the U.S. technology sector through one single H-1B visa program, yet they followdifferent sub-paths of H-1B visa. Depending on how they enter the U.S

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Kenneth Van Treuren

addicted.Unplugging from technology might be what ultimately matters in the life of iGens. Technology(smartphones/internet/social media) can be invasive in a person’s life and society in general. iGenstudents spend too much time on smartphones and social media. Their life revolves around likes andwhat others think. They also draw idealistic opinions from viewing other people’s lives. This leadsto comparison and feelings of inadequacy, which will eventually lead to mental illness, such as Proceedings of the 2020 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference University of New Mexico, Albuquerque Copyright © 2020, American Society for Engineering Education

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Marina Miletic; Vanessa Svihla; Eva Chi; Jamie Gomez; Abhaya Datye; Pil Kang; Yan Chen; Sang Han

computer science education,including a Revolutionizing Engineering Departments project. She was selected as a NationalAcademy of Education / Spencer Postdoctoral Fellow and a 2018 NSF CAREER awardee inengineering education research. Dr. Svihla studies learning in authentic, real world conditions; thisincludes a two-strand research program focused on (1) authentic assessment, often aided byinteractive technology, and (2) design learning, in which she studies engineers designing devices,scientists designing investigations, teachers designing learning experiences and students designing tolearn.EVA CHIDr. Eva Chi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological EngineeringDepartment at the University of New Mexico. The research

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AHMED HUSSAIN; Nizar Tayem; Jamal Nayfeh; Samir El-Nakla

1 Undergraduate Engineering Program Assessment, Evaluation, and Continuous Improvement Process: A Case Study Ahmed A. Hussain Department of Electrical Engineering Prince Mohammad bin Fahd University, KSA Nizar Tayem Department of Engineering and Technology Texas A & M University, USA Jamal Nayfeh College of Engineering Prince Mohammad bin Fahd University, KSA

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Maryamsadat Shokrekhodaei; Annatoma Arif; Robert Christopher Roberts

, pp. 1-8.2. Olin iSim website, 11/25/2019, Available: http://isim.olin.edu/.3. UTEP Intro to Electrical Engineering, 11/25/2019, Available: http://www.ece.utep.edu/courses/web1305/EE1305/.4. Digilent Device website, 11/25/2019, Available: https://analogdiscovery.com.MARYAMSADAT. SHOKREKHODAEIPh.D. candidate in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP),Texas, USA. She received the M.Sc. degree from the Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, Iran. Her research interestsare bioelectronics and biosensors, analog/ RFIC circuits and systems design.ANNATOMA ARIFShe is a doctoral student in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Texas at El Paso(UTEP

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Elsa Castillo; Joel Robinson; Kristine Denman; Anyssa Choy; Tariq Khraishi

/computer science students was conducted at the University of New Mexico. The scholarshipprogram involved elements such as faculty mentoring, career development activities and financial support foreach student scholar. In this paper, the program details are furnished and data on the positive impacts of suchactivities on student academic success is presented. IntroductionThe S-STEM (Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (S-STEM) project (NSFAward ID 1458854) at the University of New Mexico (UNM) officially started awarding scholarships in the fall2015. Funded through a grant from the National Science Foundation, the S-STEM project at UNM focuses onretaining and graduating

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Andrea Turcatti; Terrell Bennett

, no. 3, pp. 101-116, 2012.TERRELL R. BENNETTDr. Bennett currently serves as a Senior Lecturer I in the Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science atThe University of Texas at Dallas where he is the Faculty Director for the UTDesign EPICS program and teachescourses in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. He also serves as the Chief Technology Officerfor a startup where his work focuses on algorithm design and product development for wearable systems.ANDREA TURCATTIAndrea Turcatti currently is the Director of Student and Community Engagement for the Jonsson School ofEngineering and Computer Science at The University of Texas at Dallas. Her focus is on students‘ success whileproviding a well-rounded learning experience

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Gokul Venugopal; Mequanint A. Moges; Brian La; Jeremy Fitzpatrick; Maryam Karage; Taylor Gehring

1 SEGURANCA – SAFETY IN YOUR HANDS Maryam Karage, Jeremy Fitzpatrick, Brian La, Taylor Gehring, Gokul Venugopal, Mequanint Moges Engineering Technology Department University of Houston AbstractIn today's day and age, parents, and guardians often find themselves preoccupied due to the fast paceof our everyday routines. Absent-mindedness can lead to neglect for the safety of children and thosein need of constant supervision. According to the FBI, the total number of missing children hasremained at nearly half a million over

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Gokul Venugopal; Moges Mequanint; Michael Anjorin; Andy Appau; Nawal Elsadig; Andres Escobar; Hao Zhang

1 The Vault- Smart Desk Michael Anjorin, Andy Appau, Nawal Elsadig, Andres Escobar, Hao Zhang, Gokul Venugopal, M. Moges Engineering Technology Department University of Houston AbstractEfficiency and productivity are vital factors that individuals seek to encompass in their accustomedconduct. The developing desire to sit and stand desk has been seen as essential elements in anabundance of business corporations, universities, and personal establishments. A 2016 studycomplied by the Texas A&M Health Science

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Tamara Stimatze; Jacqueline Zeiber; Patricia Sullivan; Steven Stochaj; Luis Vázquez

Counseling and Educational Psychology New Mexico State University IntroductionIn the early 1980’s Congress requested that the National Science Foundation (NSF) provideeducational and professional development opportunities for people of color, women, and peoplewith disabilities pursuing a career in the sciences and engineering [1]. Although the number ofunderrepresented groups pursing degrees and careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, andMathematics (STEM) is increasing – the number of people from underrepresented communities,such as Hispanic or Latino, as well as women, remains unequal [2].Engineering is a STEM domain in which underrepresented groups continue to remain

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Iftekhar Basith; Jeremy England; Lance Sebesta

Digital Gates and A Full Adder Using Analog Components Iftekhar Ibne Basith, Lance Sebesta Engineering Technology Sam Houston State University Jeremy England Weatherford International AbstractThis poster demonstrates the process of building different logic gates and a full adder out of analogcomponents. There are several ASICs (Application Specific Integrated Circuit) available that performsthese logics; however, a group of students came up with these wonderful implementation as part ofcourse project

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Gokul Venugopal; Moges Mequanint; Gabriella Rodriguez; Jenniffer Rodriguez; Valerie Cua; Maria Gloria Obono

1 Face Swap Crisis Gabriella Rodriguez, Jenniffer Rodriguez, Valerie Cua, Maria Gloria Obono, Gokul Venugopal, Mequanint Moges Engineering Technology Department University of Houston AbstractA few years ago, artificial intelligence networks known as Generative Adversarial Networks(GANs) gave rise to so-called “Deepfakes” (a portmanteau of “deep learning” and “fake”), videoimagery designed to either completely impersonate an individual or superimpose their image/voiceonto another visage. Deepfake is a

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John Carrell; Joshua Cruz; Stephanie Kuzmack

1 Session XXXX Using Humanities as Context for STEM Empathy Development: A Discourse John Carrell*, Joshua Cruz**, Stephanie Kuzmack* *Honors College, **College of Education Texas Tech University AbstractThe need to provide science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) learners,particularly engineers, with an understanding of humanities is becoming increasingly apparent.Continued globalization through technologies means that what engineers create has an impact

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Aleksandr Sergeyev; John Irwin; Adrienne Minerick

1 Session XXXX Pioneering Approach for Offering the Convergence MS Degree in Mechatronics and Associated Graduate Certificate Aleksandr Sergeyev Mechatronics, Electrical, and Robotics Engineering Technology, College of Computing, Michigan Technological University Houghton, Michigan Adrienne Minerick College of Computing, Michigan

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Roli Varma

Education”, Information, Community and Society, Vol. 10, pp. 181-193. 14. Papastergiou, M., 2008, “Are Computer Science and Information Technology still Masculine Fields?” Computers & Education, Vol. 51, pp. 594-608. 15. Cheryan, S., 2011, “Understanding the Paradox in Math-related Fields: Why Do Some Gender Gaps Remain While Others Do Not?” Sex Roles, Vol. 66, pp. 184-190. Proceedings of the 2020 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference University of New Mexico, Albuquerque Copyright@2020, American Society for Engineering Education 16. Beyer, S., 2014, “Why Are Women Underrepresented in Computer science? Gender Differences in Stereotypes, Self-efficacy, Values, and

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Adeyemi Taylor; Shuza Binzaid; John Attia

1 Microcontroller-based Custom Test Module for Multifunctional Sensor for Radiation Environments Adeyemi Taylor, Shuza Binzaid, John Attia Electrical Engineering Department Prairie View A&M University Texas AbstractMost of the non-transmitted diseases, like cancer, are a major area of research in health. Causes ofcancer in the body that have been identified include various electromagnetic emissions and ionizingradiation. Solutions to detect these dangerous environments at early stages can save many livesthrough the application

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Aleksandr Sergeyev; Spencer Thompson; Larry Stambeck; Andy Posa; Paniz Hazaveh

1 Session XXXX An Efficient Way of Converting Outdated Allen Bradley PLC-5 System into Modern ControlLogix 5000 Spencer Thompson, Andrew Poza, Larry Stambeck, Aleksandr Sergeyev, Paniz Hazaveh Mechatronics, Electrical, and Robotics Engineering Technology, College of Computing, Michigan Technological University Houghton, MichiganAbstractThe implementation of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) technology is one of the

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Savannah Bradley; Mostafa Hassanalian

. URL: https://www.techradar.com/news/amazon-patent-outlines-anti-hacking-measures-to-protect-deliverydrones4. Michel, A.H., “Amazon’s Drone Patents”, September 2017. www.dronecenter.bard.edu5. Rao, G.A. and Mahulikar, S.P., “Integrated review of stealth technology and its role in airpower”, The Aeronautical Journal, Vol. 106, No. 1066, pp. 629-642, 2002.6. URL: https://www.nytimes.com/1997/08/23/world/the-2-billion-stealth-bomber-can-t-go-out-in-the-rain.htmlSAVANNAH BRADLEYSavannah Bradley is an undergraduate student in Mechanical Engineering Department at New Mexico Institute of Miningand Technology. Bradley works with Dr. Hassanalian in his lab and research team. Her research focus is aerodynamics,biomimetics, bioinspired

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Olga Lavrova; Satish Ranade

skills. For example, NMSUcurrent and future learning. Likewise, it is of key importance to hosted this year’s Boosting Engineering Science andrecruit and retain a diverse student population. Technology (BEST) STEM competition challenge. Specifically, this year’s challenge was focused on the electric grid. HS and MS students had to design and built robots to restore and/or replace damaged conductor following a natural disaster. Photos from this competition

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Angela Attia; Sierra Johnson; Shuza Binzaid; John Attia; Yusuf Isa-Yusuf; Warsame Ali

1 Session 2020 Wireless Network System for Grid with Node & End Station Development for Remote Sensing Angela Attia, Yusuf Isa-Yusuf, Shuza Binzaid, John Attia, Warsame Ali Electrical and Computer Engineering Department Prairie View A&M University Sierra Johnson Electrical and Computer Engineering Department Morgan State University, Maryland AbstractWireless networks in the

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Robert Carrillo; Ricky Perez; Alex Sanchez; Ray Long; Okan Caglayan

Project Volta: Senior Capstone Design of a Remote Management System for Lithium Polymer (LiPo) Battery Storage Robert Carrillo, Ricky Perez, Alex Sanchez, Ray Long, and Okan Caglayan, Ph.D. University of the Incarnate Word Department of Engineering San Antonio, TX, USA Extended AbstractThis paper presents a senior capstone research experience in developing a remote Lithium Polymer(LiPo) battery management system for an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV). LiPo batteries arerechargeable batteries of lithium-ion technology using a polymer electrolyte instead of a liquidelectrolyte

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George Hoover; Donghyeon Ryu

New MexicoTech, with an emphasis in Solid Mechanics. His work includes mechanical metamaterial design, characterization of lightemissions from mechano-luminescent materials, and damage prognosis using machine learning.DONGHYEON RYU, PH.D., P.E.Dr. Ryu currently serves as an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at New Mexico Tech. His researchinterests include multifunctional materials, photonoic metamaterials, sensor technologies, energy harvesters, polymericthin films, deep learning, and diagnosis and prognosis of structural systems, among others. Proceedings of the 2020 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference University of New Mexico, Albuquerque