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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Viyon Dansu, Florida International University; Alexandra Coso Strong, Florida International University

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International Division (INTL)

Paper ID #42350Proposing a Culturally Sustaining Pedagogy Research Framework in Sub-SaharanAfrica STEM Education: A Paradigm Shift from Deficit to Asset Based PerspectivesMr. Viyon Dansu, Florida International University Viyon had his Bachelors and Masters degrees in Systems Engineering. Thereafter he co-founded STEMEd Africa, a social enterprise involved in developing products and services geared at teachers’ development and improving high school student’s problem-solving abilities in STEM subject areas in Nigeria. He is currently a doctoral candidate of Engineering and Computing Education at Florida International University

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 21

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kaden Holt, University of Oklahoma; Javeed Kittur, University of Oklahoma

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

engaging conversations in the course because of different student personalities. Below twostudents explain how their peers helped with their engagement in the course. “Definitely because you, when you were talking to peers, you came to understand that some of your difficulties were universal. You found that some of your difficulties had already been mastered by other students, and they share showed you how to overcome what you were struggling with, and then other times you had opportunity to help other people. So I found that to be often more instructive than the course material.” (Participant 2) “There are some people that I guess were just naturally very emotive. And even just through the medium of, you know, text

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Continuing Professional Development Division (CPD) Technical Session 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Oyinkansola Aladeokin, Morgan State University; Oludare Adegbola Owolabi P.E., Morgan State University; Adekemisola Olufunmilayo Asahiah, Morgan State University; Pelumi Olaitan Abiodun, Morgan State University; Hannah Abedoh, Morgan State University

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Continuing, Professional, and Online Education Division (CPOED)

identifiers to ensure participants' freedom of expression and gatherquantitative data on their satisfaction levels, productivity, and perceived impact of the writinggroup over time. Microsoft Excel (2016) was used to clean and analyze this data. Statisticalmethods were used to analyze data to identify the impact of the writing group on paper submissionover time.ResultsThe demography of graduate students that participated in the writing accountability group overtime is presented in Table 1. The result showed that 53.8% were self-identified as male and 46.2%self-identified as female. There were 53.8% doctoral students in the group over the period ofengagement and 38.5% were masters’ degree pursuant. The largest proportion of the participantswere in

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) - Empathy, Psychological Safety, and Leadership in Engineering Design

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jennifer Howcroft, University of Waterloo; Kate Mercer, University of Waterloo

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Diversity

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

isestimated that the survey was distributed to about 2000 individuals. Survey inclusion criteria wasteaching at least one engineering or architecture course as a teaching assistant or courseinstructor. It is likely that a non-trivial number of survey recipients, particularly Master ofEngineering (MEng) students, were ineligible to complete the survey.This study received ethics approval from the University of Waterloo Office of Research EthicsREB 43729.The survey was kept as consistent as possible with a similar survey distributed to faculty andstaff at the same institution, presented in [40] and covered four areas: perceptions of empathyand empathy-based pedagogy, empathy-based pedagogy practice, and demographics (e.g., age,home department

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Engineering education issues relevant to agricultural, biological and ecological engineering-Part 2

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hector Palala, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Heydi Han, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Juan Carlos Ramos Tanchez, Cornell University; Boanerges Elias Bamaca, University of Nebraska, Lincoln

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Diversity

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Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE)

linguistically and culturally is crucial, as illustrated bythe stories of Heydi, Juan Carlos, and Hector. Heydi's journey involved overcoming languagebarriers and self-doubt by utilizing online tools like YouTube and Khan Academy. Theseresources aided her in mastering technical English terms, demonstrating her resilience anddetermination. Juan Carlos's story mirrors this resilience; he balanced his job with a commitmentto learning English, striving to pass the TOEFL exam. Both stories highlight the importance ofadapting and being resilient in overcoming language obstacles.The study of translanguaging in graduate programs reveals a challenging dynamic. Studentsactively made space for translanguaging, integrating their native languages into their

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Assessment and Continuous Improvement

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Orlando M Ayala, Old Dominion University; Kristie Gutierrez, Old Dominion University; Isaac Koduah Kumi, Old Dominion University; Francisco Cima; Stacie I Ringleb, Old Dominion University; Krishnanand Kaipa, Old Dominion University; Danielle Marie Rhemer, Old Dominion University; Pilar Pazos, Old Dominion University; Jennifer Jill Kidd, Old Dominion University

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

has a B.Sc in Biomedical Engineering and an M.E. in Mechanical Engineering. His research interests are in biomechanics and biomechanical modeling and simulation.Mr. Francisco Cima Francisco Cima is a PhD student of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering at Old Dominion University. He obtained his Masters in Business Planning and Regional Development from the Technological Institute of Merida. His areas of research include models of teamwork effectiveness, knowledge management, and engineering education.Dr. Stacie I Ringleb, Old Dominion University Stacie Ringleb is a professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Old Dominion University and a fellow of the American Society of

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Applications and Computational Tools for Mechanics Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James Giancaspro, University of Miami; Diana Arboleda, University of Miami; Seulki Jenny Chin, University of Miami; Liping Yang, University of Miami; Walter G Secada, University of Miami

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Mechanics Division (MECHS)

. IntroductionVectors refer to parameters that possess two independent properties, namely, magnitude anddirection. Vectors can be represented in both mathematical and geometric forms, and arecommonly used to quantify physical phenomena such as position, electromagnetic fields, force,velocity, and weight [1-4]. Students typically first encounter vector mechanics in a physicscourse at either the high school or college level. Vector mechanics may be regarded as athreshold concept [5] because, once a student masters them, it marks a transformationalmilestone in the student's ability to understand critical knowledge necessary for subsequentlearning at higher levels [6]. Accordingly, undergraduate engineering students subsequentlyencounter vectors again in

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED) Technical Session 3

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Darcie Christensen, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Alexander Steven Victor Krummi; Arynn J. Lorentz, Iron Range Engineering; Cody Mann, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Kaitlyn Mann; Andrew Lillesve, Minnesota State University, Mankato

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED)

College of Engineering.” Darcie holds a Master of Engineering degree in Environmental Engineering (2019) and Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Engineering (2017), both from Utah State University. She is passionate about student success and support, both inside and outside of the classroom.Alexander Steven Victor KrummiArynn J. Lorentz, Iron Range Engineering Arynn Lorentz is a facilitator at the Iron Range Engineering Program, a part of the Integrated Engineering Department at Minnesota State University, Mankato, on the Minnesota North-Mesabi Range College Campus in Virginia, MN. Arynn received her Bachelor of Science in Engineering with a focus in Mechanical Engineering from Minnesota State University, Mankato

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) - Case Studies in Design Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Melissa Lepe, University of California, Irvine; Natascha Trellinger Buswell, University of California, Irvine; Jacqueline L. Huynh, University of California, Irvine

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

Themes from Student Reflection of Modules Theme Description Student Responses (% of 131) Recall Students revisited past topics when using the 3.68 % modules Clear Instructions Students felt the modules were presented clearly and 33.82 % this aided in their understanding of the content Attainable mastery Students described feeling capable of mastering 6.62 % tools highlighted during the modules and felt they could complete the drag calculator project

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT) Technical Session 7

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Afsaneh Minaie, Utah Valley University; Reza Sanati-Mehrizy, Utah Valley University

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Diversity

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT)

of the fastest growing regions in the country with more than 96%growth between 1990 and 2010-time period [4]. Because of this huge growth, UVU hasundergone multiple transitions since its origin in 1941 and has expanded its mission and rolewithin the region. In 1987, it was a community college. The institution became a state college in1993 and a regional university in 2008. In fall 1993, the enrollment was 10,500 and tripled infall 2012 to 31,500. The demand for education has been met by an increase in baccalaureatedegrees offered from three in 1995 to 91in 2020 in addition to eleven master programs as well as65 associate degrees. This required institutional transition has strained state and communityresources and created several challenges

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Engineering Libraries Division (ELD) Technical Session 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dianna Morganti, Texas A&M University; Angie Dunn, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Libraries Division (ELD)

Engineering” to the Multidisciplinary EngineeringDepartment. The first course offering was in Spring of 2023, and the students (and their mentors)had overwhelmingly positive evaluations. Student comments showed that an introduction toscholarly communications at the early graduate research stage was also an introduction to theculture and norms of academia. Many of the students submitted their course papers toconferences or journals, practicing some of the scholarly skills learned in this first-year graduatecourse. The department made the “Research Lifecycle…” course mandatory for allInterdisciplinary Engineering PhD and Master of Science students, after its first semester

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Assessing Conceptual Thinking about Engineering Mechanics

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alexander John De Rosa, University of Delaware; Samuel Van Horne, University of Delaware

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Diversity

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Mechanics Division (MECHS)

). The Development of Adaptive Expertise in Biomedical Engineering Ethics. Journal of Engineering Education, Vol. 95(2), pp. 165-173.17. Passmore, L., & Litzinger, T., & Masters, C. B., & Turns, S., & Van Meter, P., & Firetto, C., & Zappe, S. (2010, June), Sources Of Students’ Difficulties With Couples And Moments In Statics Paper presented at 2010 Annual Conference & Exposition, Louisville, Kentucky. https://doi.org/10.18260/1-2--1619818. Litzinger, T. A., Meter, P. V., Firetto, C. M., Passmore, L. J., Masters, C. B., Turns, S. R., & Zappe, S. E. (2010). A cognitive study of problem solving in statics. Journal of Engineering Education, 99(4), 337-353. https://doi.org/10.1002/j.2168-9830.2010

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 12

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alyndra Mary Plagge, Trinity University; Emma Treadway, Trinity University; Jessica E. S. Swenson, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York; Danielle Francine Usinski, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Science at Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas.Dr. Jessica E. S. Swenson, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York Jessica Swenson is an Assistant Professor at the University at Buffalo. She was awarded her doctorate and masters from Tufts University in mechanical engineering and STEM education respectively, and completed postdoctoral work at the University of Michigan. Her research work aims to improve the learning experience for undergraduate students by examining conceptual knowledge gains, affect, identity development, engineering judgment, and problem solving.Danielle Francine Usinski, University at Buffalo, The State University of New

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: International Programs and Curricula I

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jose Texier, LACCEI; Maria Mercedes Larrondo-Petrie, Florida Atlantic University; Laura Romero, Tecnologico de Monterrey ; Charles Anders Bazile, Florida Atlantic University; Jose Carlos Quadrado, Instituto Superior De Engenharia De Lisboa

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International Division (INTL)

Paper ID #43951The International Engineering Educator Registry: Rubrics and Tool Used toAssess Registration Readiness and Professional AchievementDr. Jose Texier, LACCEI Assistant Director of ”The Latin American and Caribbean Consortium of Engineering Institutions” (LACCEI). Computer Engineer UNET (2002, Venezuela). Master of Computer Science, University of the Andes (2008, Venezuela). PhD in Computer Science from the National University of La Plata (2014, Argentina). Invited Professor and Researcher Universidad Nacional de Chilecito (2014-2023, Argentina). Ex professor UNET (2003-2015). The research areas are framed in

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2007 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

Authors

William A. Kline; Thomas Mason

, to havestudents think of themselves as contributing professionals and to start and stop projects at anytime. In addition, six years of data will be used to summarize key steps in program compositionand evolution, history of student involvement, and measured outcomes of the program forstudents and the Institute. Annual assessment data will be used to demonstrate the high level ofstudent satisfaction with the experiences offered, as well as the important educational benefits.1. Program History and BackgroundRose-Hulman Institute of Technology is a private institution that offers mathematics, science andengineering degrees at the bachelors and masters levels. From its origins in the late 19th century,the school has emphasized the integration of

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2008 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

Authors

Daniel J. McCarthy; Michael J. Kwinn

, decision support systems, project management and curriculumdevelopment. He has taught and served as the course director for numerous engineering courses inSystems Design, System Dynamics and Production Operations Management. He currently serves as theDeputy Director of the Systems Engineering Program.Lieutenant Colonel Michael J. Kwinn, Jr. (US Army) LTC Michael J. Kwinn, Jr., Ph.D. is anAssociate Professor of Systems Engineering at the United States Military Academy at West Point wherehe currently directs the Systems Engineering and Operations Research programs.. Mike graduated fromthe United States Military Academy at West Point in 1984 and has Master of Science from the Universityof Arizona, a Master of Arts in National Security and Strategic

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Women in Engineering Division (WIED) Technical Session 8: Leadership and Persistence

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kavitha Chandra, University of Massachusetts, Lowell; Susan Thomson Tripathy, University of Massachusetts, Lowell; Sumudu Lewis, University of Massachusetts, Lowell; nadia sahila, University of Massachusetts, Lowell

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Women in Engineering Division (WIED)

Nadia Sahila is a dedicated doctoral student at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, specializing in research and evaluation in education. She holds a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction and a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing and Management. Currently, Nadia is a graduate research assistant with the River Hawks Scholarship Academy and a teaching assistant for the Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement program, as well as the Research, Academics, and Mentoring Pathways program. Her research interests focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, particularly in educational settings. Recent projects have explored culturally responsive education and gender equity. Nadia has presented her research at

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DSA Technical Session 5

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mehmet Ergezer, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Mark Mixer, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Weijie Pang, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Data Science & Analytics Constituent Committee (DSA), Diversity

andfostering their success in various professional trajectories.E. Master of Science in Data Science and 4 + 1The 4 + 1 program is an accelerated academic track designed to provide our undergraduate studentspursuing relevant Bachelor’s degrees in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, DataScience, and similar with the opportunity to seamlessly transition into a Master of Science in DataScience (MSDS) program. This program follows the launch of our graduate programs, which initiallyintroduced a two-year MSDS for students with STEM degrees.For students interested in research-related roles, the 4 + 1 program allows them to complete both theirBachelor’s and Master’s degrees in a shorter time frame, saving both time and money. Specifically

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Engineering Leadership Development Division (LEAD) Technical Session: Engineering Leadership Competencies and Skills

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Vicente Valenzuela-Riquelme, Universidad Andres Bello, Chile; Maria Elena Truyol, Universidad Andres Bello, Chile; Camila Zapata-Casabon, Universidad Andres Bello, Chile

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Engineering Leadership Development Division (LEAD)

presentations and key note lectures and serves as referee for journals, funding institutions and associations.Camila Zapata-Casabon, Universidad Andres Bello, Chile Master in Marketing and Market Research from the University of Barcelona, Spain. Industrial Civil Engineer from the Universidad del B´ıo-B´ıo. She has three diplomas in the areas of coaching, digital marketing and equality and empowerment of women. Her professional experience is linked to higher education as a project engineer and university management in the public and private area. Teacher at different universities in matters of entrepreneurship, business plans and marketing. She currently works as a teacher and academic secretary at the Faculty of Engineering

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2024 ASEE St. Lawrence Section Annual Conference

Authors

Brian P. Murphy

apprenticeship. It is, however,relevant: Pratt in 1992 and Guile & Young in 1998 offer theoretical underpinnings that supportan identification of “best” pedagogy in this area. These researchers give context to developing aclean energy curriculum that satisfies apprenticeship training. Pratt mentions four main elementsin understanding apprenticeship: “the apprentice as learner, the idea of trade or craft knowledgeas fixed and unproblematic, the master as teacher and the idea that learning in workplaces is aform of context-bound understanding not conducive to transfer” [19].Guile and Young explain that we must move away from the lecture mode, where learning is asimple transfer of knowledge, to “learning as a process in which the apprentice is involved

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Multidisciplinary Endeavors: Engineering, Art and Society

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Cristián Eduardo Vargas-Ordóñez P.E., Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Morgan M. Hynes, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

Paper ID #33274Integrating Art and Engineering: What do faculty think? o˜Mr. Cristi´ n Eduardo Vargas Ord´ nez P.E., Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE) a o˜ Cristi´ n Vargas-Ord´ nez is a Colombian graduate student and research assistant in Engineering Educa- a tion at Purdue University. He is a Master in Education from the University of Los Andes in Colombia, a Master in Science, Technology, and Society from the National University of Quilmes in Argentina, and a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of America in Colombia. As part

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Professional Papers

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2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

Authors

Omar McFarlane Sweeney, University of Florida; Vani Ruchika Pabba, University of Florida; Fazil T. Najafi, University of Florida

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Diversity, Professional Papers

Paper ID #45682SUSTAINABLE CITIES USING RENEWABLE ENERGY A CASE STUDYOF A RENEWABLE CITYMr. Omar McFarlane Sweeney, University of Florida Omar Sweeney is an astute Engineering Professional with three decades of experience, specializing in Civil, Construction Engineering and Project Management. Throughout his professional career, he has successfully led the charge for several major Government-related and social intervention programs and infrastructural projects. He holds a Master of Engineering from the University of Florida. He has completed postgraduate executive training programs at the London School of Economics

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CANCELLED: Track 5: Technical Session 6: Think-Aloud Insights: Exploring QuantCrit Challenges and Diverse Survey Responses Among Undergraduate Engineering Students

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Sheila Kathryn Castro, University of Florida; Bruce Frederick Carroll, University of Florida; Janice Mejía, Northwestern University; Kent J. Crippen, University of Florida

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2025 CoNECD Paper Submissions, Diversity

appointment in Engineering Education. His research interests include engineering identity, self-efficacy, and matriculation of Latine/x/a/o students to graduate school. He works with survey methods and overlaps with machine learning using quantitative methods and sequential mixed methods approaches.Dr. Janice Mej´ıa, Northwestern University Dr. Mejia is an Associate Professor of Instruction in the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management Sciences. She also teaches in the Design Thinking and Communication (DTC), Masters in Engineering Management (MEM), and College Prep programs. Her research interests focus on mixed methods research in engineering education, curriculum assessment and development, and engineering

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2008 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

Authors

Daniel J. McCarthy; Michael J. Kwinn

, decision support systems, project management and curriculumdevelopment. He has taught and served as the course director for numerous engineering courses inSystems Design, System Dynamics and Production Operations Management. He currently serves as theDeputy Director of the Systems Engineering Program.Lieutenant Colonel Michael J. Kwinn, Jr. (US Army) LTC Michael J. Kwinn, Jr., Ph.D. is anAssociate Professor of Systems Engineering at the United States Military Academy at West Point wherehe currently directs the Systems Engineering and Operations Research programs.. Mike graduated fromthe United States Military Academy at West Point in 1984 and has Master of Science from the Universityof Arizona, a Master of Arts in National Security and Strategic

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

Authors

Elyas Irankhah; Sashank Narain; Kelilah L. Wolkowicz

the "easy" level, represented by the AIadvanced level, uses a highly optimized Minimax algorithm character "Olivia", the AI does not use any advanced strategywith alpha-beta pruning, a deeper search depth (e.g., 5 moves to make its moves. The goal at this level is to make the gameeasy and enjoyable for beginners. Olivia's moves are mostly highest chance of winning. The strategy assumes the humanrandom, not guided by any sophisticated algorithm. This gives player also plays optimally. The advanced level is the mostthe K-8 students a fair chance to understand the game's rules challenging and is designed for players who have mastered theand

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Track 6: Technical Session 3: Breaking Barriers: Unveiling the Journeys and Triumphs of Faculty Women of Color in STEM Academia

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

Kemesha Gabbidon, University of South Florida; Saundra Johnson Austin, University of South Florida

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2025 CoNECD Paper Submissions, Diversity

R1 R2 M1Other included: scholar in residence, 1 teaching assistant professor, 1 teaching associateprofessor7 – Very High Research Activity (R1)3 – High Research Activity (R2)2 – Masters College & University (M1) 19Fields reflected amongsample 20 Social and Institutional Environmental Factors Influences

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CANCELLED: Track 4: Technical Session 2: Examining Gender Differences in Engineering Students' Reflections on Combating Systemic Racism

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

Sakhi Aggrawal, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Aparajita Jaiswal, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Gaurav Nanda, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Saloni Parkar

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2025 CoNECD Paper Submissions, Diversity

Education.Dr. Gaurav Nanda, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE) Dr. Gaurav Nanda is an Assistant Professor in the School of Engineering Technology at Purdue University. His research focuses on machine learning and natural language processing applications for data analytics and decision support in areas of safety, education, healthcare, and supply chain. He completed his Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering and postdoc in Engineering Education from Purdue University. He earned his Masters and Bachelors degrees from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur, India and worked in the software industry for five years before moving to academia.Saloni Parkar ©American Society for Engineering

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2014 ASEE Zone 4 Conference

Authors

Gino Galvez; Eric Marinez; Alvaro Monge

that they did not possess any prior research experience (76.2%or 16 students), while three students reported possessing a prior research experience in thesummer (14.3%), 1 student reported prior research experience during a previous academicsemester (4.8%), and another student reported having prior research experience throughoutmultiple academic semesters. At pre-program, students reported their future plans that involvedpost-undergraduate education in a science-related field. Almost all students reported plans forpursuing post-graduate education (95.2%). Specifically, 42.9% reported master degree, 33.3%reported doctoral degree, 19.0% medical degree. At post-program, there were no discerniblechanges to future plans.Table 1 displays mean and

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2015 Pacific Southwest Section Meeting

Authors

Bryan K. Allen; Gordon W. Romney

and supporting advanced education of U.S. militarypersonnel. This paper reports a collaborative research effort between (a) NU and its communityservice support of wildfire management, (b) the SOEC Master of Science in Computer Scienceprogram, (c) a graduate student with vision (author Allen), who is a recognized national subject-matter-expert on MAFFS, and (d) Colonel Brian Kelly, Vice Wing Commander of the 146thAirlift Wing, Channel Islands Air National Guard in California, the sponsor of this project.Beneficiaries of this research are residents not only in Southern California but throughout all ofCalifornia and other western states at large. Proceedings of the 2015 American Society for Engineering Education Pacific Southwest

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2015 Pacific Southwest Section Meeting

Authors

Bari Ma Siddique

web server.4.2.1. Denial of Service AttacksThe main intention of this threat is to interrupt and/or deny services provided by theserver. There is no actual intent to cause damage to files or to the system, but the goal is toliterally shut the server down.4.2.2. Distributed Denial of Service AttacksDistributed Denial of Service (DDOS) Attack is similar to Denial of Service Attack with similarintention. In this scenario, many computers are used to launch an attack on a particular Internetweb server. The computers that are used to launch the attack are called “zombies.” These“zombies” are controlled by a master host computer. It is the master host computer whichinstructs the “zombie” computers to launch the attack on the Internet web server. As