research and construction education and training. She is currently principal investigator of the Resilient Infrastructure and Sustainability Education – Undergraduate Program (RISE-UP), a col- laborative NSF funded project among three University of Puerto Rico (UPR) campuses to develop an interdisciplinary undergraduate program to educate students to design and build resilient and sustainable infrastructure. She is also co-principal investigator of ”Education for Improving Resiliency of Coastal Infrastructure”, a project part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Coastal Resilience Center of Excellence.Dr. Pedro O. Quintero, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus Pedro Quintero earned a B.S. in mechanical
Engineering. Prior to attending ASU, Dr. ElZomor received a master’s of science degree in Architecture from University of Arizona, a master’s degree in Engineering and a bachelor of science in Construction Engineering from American University in Cairo. Dr. ElZomor moved to FIU from State University of New York, where he was an Assistant Professor at the college of Environmental Science and Forestry. Mohamed’s work focuses on Sustainability of the Built Environment, Engineering Education, Construc- tion Engineering, Energy Efficiency Measures and Modeling, Project Management, and Infrastructure Resilience. Dr. ElZomor has extensive professional project management experience as well as a diverse cross-disciplinary academic
methodologies.Ms. AVA Butler, Oregon State University Ava is a sophomore in mechanical engineering at Oregon State University. She is a well regarded trans- gender activist & leftist organizer in Corvallis, Oregon. Her research is in water desalinization in low infrastructure areas.Ms. Naya Selene Pelzl, Naya is a member of the greater Oregon State University community. She is currently taking a leave of absence from her undergraduate program. She has completed three years of undergraduate studies towards a B.S. in Computer Science.Michelle Kay Bothwell, Oregon State University Michelle Bothwell is an Associate Professor of Bioengineering at Oregon State University. Her teaching and research bridge ethics, social
. Currently, Claudia is a Graduate Research Assistant and Teaching Assistant at the Moss School of Construction, Sustainability, and Infrastructure at FIU where she focuses on multidisciplinary research on sustainability, equity, resilient and sustainable post-disaster reconstruction, engineering education, and well-being.Patrizia Bethania Santaniello, Florida International University Patrizia Santaniello is pursuing a master’s degree in the Construction Management program at Florida International University (FIU). Patrizia holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Universidad Metropolitana in Caracas, Venezuela. During her master’s program, she worked as a Graduate Assistant at the Moss School of Construction
the Valparaiso University. Dr. Sadri received his doctoral training from the Lyles School of Civil Engineering at Purdue University with a solid background in Civil Engineering (Transportation), Network Science, and Social Science. Dr. Sadri specializes in resilience engineering, evacuation modeling, shared mobility, social influence modeling, machine learning, agent-based model- ing, and network modeling. Dr. Sadri’s research focuses on the critical interdependence between social and infrastructure networks and integrates human proactive decision-making components into the civil in- frastructure management challenges. Dr. Sadri develops human-centered and network-driven techniques that complement to the science of
into elementary science teaching and the importance of developingelementary teachers’ confidence integrating technology into instruction. Ultimately, Aleshia’scase demonstrates the resilience, resourcefulness, and creativity of an elementary teacherintegrating engineering instruction during the COVID-19 Pandemic when supported through PDinitiatives that include a coaching component.IntroductionNational and state science standards emphasize student understanding of and engagement inengineering (e.g., NGSS Lead States, 2013; Virginia Department of Education, 2018). Includingengineering in science instruction supports students’ conceptual understanding of science,develops students’ science and engineering practices, and increases student interest
industrial experience as an estimator and project manager and is a LEED AP BD+C. She is the Flooding and Built Environment Pro- gram Head for the Institute of Coastal Adaptation and Resilience (ICAR) at ODU. Her research interests include engineering education, climate adaptation, sustainability, resiliency and industry collaboration. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2020 Charting a Path to Trans-disciplinary Collaborative DesignIntroductionA recent National Climate Assessment (NCA), representing the work of more than 300 scientistsunder a Federal Advisory Committee and a review panel of the National Science Foundation,devoted a chapter to “Research Needs” for the future, specifying
, Sustainability, and Infrastructure at FIU where she focuses on multidisciplinary research on sustainability, equity, resilient and sustainable post-disaster reconstruction, engineering education, circular economy, and well-being. Claudia holds professional credentials in LEED Green Associate for sustainable buildings and ENV SP for sustainable infrastructures.Miss Rubaya Rahat, Florida International University Rubaya Rahat grew up in Bangladesh, where she pursued her Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering at the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET). After graduating she worked for two years in a construction management company in Dhaka, Bangladesh. She was involved in various residential and
Research, School of Engineering, and Human Rights Institute to promote and advance interdisciplinary research in engineering with a clear focus on societal outcomes. Davis is working with several faculty on campus to develop research and curriculum at the intersection of human rights and engineering, such as the one discussed herein. Davis completed his Ph.D. in Transportation and Infrastructure Systems at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, in 2018. His research interests include transportation equity, human rights, environmental justice, and economic resilience. He grew up in Cusco, Per´u, where he obtained his B.S. in civil engineering at the University of San Antonio Abad of Cusco. He also earned an MSCE
Summer Evaluation Institute. Besides teaching, she has worked as an evaluator in grants awarded by the National Science Foundation (NSF), National Insti- tutes of Health (NIH), US Department of Agriculture (USDA), and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Currently she is the internal evaluator for the projects Recruiting, Retaining and Engaging Academically Talented Students from Economically Disadvantaged Groups into a Pathway to Successful Engineering Careers (PEARLS) and for Building Capacity at Collaborative Undergraduate STEM Program in Resilient and Sustainable Infrastructure (RISE-UP). Both projects are funded by NSF.Maryliz Soto, University of Puerto Rico, MayaguezDr. Carla Lopez Del Puerto
including the sustainability section.IntroductionCivil engineers have a unique responsibility to the society and the nation. They have theresponsibility to advance the infrastructure needs of the society in such a way that not only meetthe current demand but also the future needs in a social and environmentally responsible way.They must design and practice in the field in a compatible manner which echoes the practice ofsustainable development. Civil engineers play a key role in designing and building theinfrastructure that meet the needs of the public and society. In the recent years the idea ofsustainability and resilient infrastructure is more prevalent than any other point in time. Thepractice of sustainability is everywhere now from renewable
sustainability initiatives of all constituencies,and 5) progression of MSU Denver’s visibility as a leader in sustainability engineering inColorado and likewise UP in Hungary.1.2.3 Global perspectiveFurthermore, as educators, it is our responsibility to educate our students on current globalsustainability initiatives and the practices and methodologies for implementing those initiatives.Civil infrastructure and the construction industry has a massive impact on our environment.According to the UN, buildings are currently responsible for over 40% of global energy relatedcarbon emissions and 50% of all extracted materials, and additionally, global building stock isexpected to double by 2060 as a result of a growing population and urbanization [13], [14
andR&D facilities. © 2015 AAAS Major Funding Prioritiesl Advanced Manufacturingl Low-carbon energyl Climate research and earth observationl Agricultural R&Dl Infrastructure R&Dl Antibiotic Resistance*l Precision Medicine*l Discovery Science: l Life sciences and neuroscience l Advanced computingl COMPETES Agencies R&D: $12.1 billion, +6.6%l *New for FY16 Agency Notes Trends in DOD Science & Technologyl NSF: Total Budget: +5.2% in billions of constant FY 2015 dollars $18 l Highest relative changes: SBE: +7.1
framework. The industrial ecology and circular economy concepts are also addressed in this course.• Economic and Social Equity Integrators – This course provides an approach for identifying and evaluating the balance of environmental, economic and social equity issues and the impacts of a product, process or infrastructure project. Specific tools for evaluating and measuring the impacts are introduced, with additional focus on systems thinking, risk management and resiliency.• Sustainable Materials and Design – This course provides a comprehensive, systems- focused basis for selecting materials for new uses and as sustainable alternatives. A whole systems perspective, coupled with the understanding of the STEEP aspects, help in
resilience of modern system. The goal of their work is more reliable services to users, increased user safety, and increased sustainability for connected manufacturing, energy, and infrastructure systems. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024An Ecosystem Analysis of Engineering Thriving with Emergent Properties at the Micro, Meso, and Macro LevelsABSTRACTThis paper combines prior work on engineering thriving and complex systems science to providean ecosystem model perspective with implications at the Micro, Meso, and Macro levels. Priorwork on engineering thriving has largely focused on the Micro level (individual focus) and Mesolevel (organizations focus) with little focus on the
Copeland Professor of Civil Engineering and Director of Construction Engineering at The Citadel in Charleston, SC. His academic experience includes: trans- portation infrastructure planning and design, infrastructure resilience, traffic operations, highway safety, and geographic information systems. His research interests include: constructing spatial databases for better management of transportation infrastructure, improving transportation design, operation, safety and construction, understanding long-term effects of urban development patterns, and advancing active living within the built environment for improved public health. He teaches courses in interchange design, transportation engineering, highway design
environments to understand how we can make better decisions to promote resilient and sustainable development. Her research currently focuses on the development and application of systems and sustainability engineering methods to promote sustainable development. Kennedy has authored extensively, developed undergraduate and graduate courses and programs, and provided technical support for multiple international, national, state and local initiatives in these interdisciplinary areas. She serves as the primary instructor for the required undergraduate course: Civil Engineering Systems, and the graduate elective: Infrastructure Systems, both of which address the proper stewardship of infrastructure. She is the founding Chair of the
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by its inclusion in the 2017-2018 biennial report of the NSF’s Committee on Equal Opportunities in Science and Engineering(13) presented to the U.S. Congress, which states that: “[s]upported by NSF’s Division ofEngineering Education and Centers, this REU site is directed by NSF Faculty Early CareerDevelopment Program awardee […] to provide undergraduate students with Attention DeficitHyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) with interdisciplinary research experience in the cyber andphysical security aspects of critical infrastructure resilience. […] This effort is changing theeducation paradigm from deficit–based to strength–based and make engineering education moreinclusive of diverse learning and thinking styles.”The impact of the program on the
VEX Robotics program. After graduation, Brianna plans to continue her academic studies in trans- portation engineering to earn a Master’s and eventually a Ph.D. She stated that conducting undergraduate research has opened her eyes to so many possibilities of what she could do with her future.Dr. Oludare Adegbola Owolabi, Morgan State University Dr. Oludare Owolabi, a professional engineer in Maryland, joined the Morgan State University fac- ulty in 2010. He is the assistant director of the Center for Advanced Transportation and Infrastructure Engineering Research (CATIER) at Morgan State University and the director of the Civil Engineering Undergraduate Laboratory. He has over eighteen years of experience in practicing
C™s degree from the University of Connecticut and his Doctoral degree at Clemson University. He is active in the tranDr. William J. Davis P.E., The Citadel William J. Davis is Dept. Head & D. Graham Copeland Professor of Civil Engineering and Director of Construction Engineering at The Citadel in Charleston, SC. His academic experience includes: transporta- tion infrastructure planning and design, infrastructure resilience, traffic operations, highway safety, and geographic information systems. His research interests include: constructing spatial databases for bet- ter management of transportation infrastructure, improving transportation design, operation, safety and construction, understanding long-term
William J. Davis is D. Graham Copeland Professor of Civil Engineering and Dept. Head of Civil, Environ- mental and Construction Engineering at The Citadel in Charleston, SC. His academic experience includes transportation infrastructure planning and design, infrastructure resilience, traffic operations, highway safety, and geographic information systems. His research interests include constructing spatial databases for better management of transportation infrastructure, improving transportation design, operation, safety and construction, understanding long-term effects of urban development patterns, and advancing active living within the built environment for improved public health. He teaches courses in interchange design
Early DesignConcepts) but also ways that students remained attached to particular concepts throughout theirdesign process (Theme 2: Resilient Concepts after Concept Generation).IntroductionEngineering students will potentially encounter a breadth of challenging and ill-structuredproblems in their future careers1,2. The National Academy of Engineering’s Grand Challengesdescribe a series of problems that deeply integrate social and technical forms of problem-solving3. For example, problems such as “prevent nuclear terror,” “provide energy from fusion,”and “restore and improve urban infrastructure” are timely challenges that deeply interact with asocial context.Societal problems like those listed in the Grand Challenges, and the multiple sub
college students, particularly in enhancing self-efficacy and career aspirations [8].Bureaucratic processes at four-year institutions add another layer of complexity, potentiallybecoming obstacles to academic progression [9]. Recommendations from research include theutilization of tools such as the Transfer Guide Modified (TGM) for a more in-depth explorationof student experiences, especially focusing on those with varying scores within the TGM'sdifferent factors [1].Navigating academia requires not only academic resilience but also adapting to newsociocultural environments. These experiences often reshape student identities, making themmore resilient and prepared for future challenges. The nuances of race and ethnicity in transferexperiences
Purdue School of Construction Management Technology, ICON-affiliated faculty, and and Director of the Purdue Laboratory for Future-Ready Infrastructure (FuRI Lab). His research focuses on the development of innovative models for (i) assessing the level of infras- tructure flexibility, resilience and responsiveness required to manage future uncertainty, and (ii) creating optimal risk-reducing interventions for construction and infrastructure. Dr. Martani is a former Research Associate at the IBI, D-BAUG of ETH Z¨urich (2015-2021), and at the Centre for Smart Infrastructure and Construction (CSIC) of the University of Cambridge (2013-2015). He holds a PhD in Technology and Design for the Built Environment (TePAC) from
. Theultimate goal is for this initiative to serve as a model and inspiration for universities andcommunities alike, highlighting the transformative power of collaboration between highereducation institutions, industry, and community partners to drive meaningful improvements inour communities, fostering growth, innovation, and social well-being.1. IntroductionOverview of Community Engagement in Engineering EducationIn recent years, the field of community engagement in engineering education has been growing,reflecting a shift towards a more holistic approach that extends beyond theoretical knowledge.Building sustainable and resilient communities is a core purpose of civil engineering andeffectively engaging with communities is vital. Such engagement is
Paper ID #37415”Studies in the Strategies of Overcomers”: Literature Review of theExperiences of High-achieving Black Male Undergraduate EngineeringStudentsDr. Royce A. Francis, The George Washington University Dr. Royce Francis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering Management and Sys- tems Engineering. His overall research vision is to conduct research, teaching, and service that facilitates sustainable habitation of the built environment. This vision involves three thrusts: 1.) infrastructure management, including sustainability, resilience, and risk analysis; 2.) regulatory risk assessment and
systems. In the story students read,students argued that there appeared to be a disproportionate impact on low-income and minoritycommunities when infrastructure failed after the storm. For instance, one participant, in discussingwater quality and infrastructure resiliency issues stated that “normally it's low income residents,people who don't have the means to rebuild their house after it's flooded for the sixteenth time”,who are most affected. Infrastructure failures in these communities can lead to public health andsafety implications, including poor access to clean drinking water [45] or unreliable publictransportation access [46]. The historic disinvestment in public infrastructure in primarily minorityand low-income communities has
. in Physics from Old Dominion University in 2014. Currently, he is an Graduate Student in the Engineering Management and System Engineering Program at Old Dominion University working towards his M.E. in Systems Engineering with an expected graduation of August 2016. Currently, he works as a Graduate Research Assistant for Dr. Tony Dean on Stern2STEM, a pilot program to increase the student veteran population and retention rates in STEM disciplines. His interests include, Cyber Security Resiliency, Risk and Vulnerability Governance, Academia-Industry Connections, and Broadening Participating in Engineering and Engineering Technology.Dr. Jennifer Grimsley Michaeli P.E., Old Dominion University Dr. Jennifer G
focuses on community organizing techniques and how engineers can utilize them to be more effective in their infrastructure projects.Dr. Ann-Perry Witmer P.E., University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign A research scientist, lecturer, and professional civil engineer, Ann-Perry Witmer is the architect of the emerging discipline of Contextual Engineering, which merges technical design with societal understand- ing to improve adoption outcomes. Dr. Witmer brings to the classroom her experience working as an engineering consultant in the United States and a volunteer on numerous drinking water projects with communities throughout the non-industrialized world. She holds a Ph.D. in Contextual Engineering, along with MS and