and basic tools. Further, resources such as labspace, materials, and the time investment in working with these materials can present achallenge. Meyer shows the implementation of this strategy in a steel course by fabricating steelconnections from 1/8” thick plate and loading them to failure. [4] Stahl and DeVries discuss theadvantage to building a large frame and its many uses for full-scale structural testing at theMilwaukee School of Engineering. [5] Stahl’s paper also transparently outlined the numerousresources in both time and money that are required for such an instructional strategy. Estesshows this strategy implemented in a concrete structures course at the United States MilitaryAcademy. [6] This course heavily integrates fabrication
has been integrating innovative and novel educational paradigms in STEM education to support student engagement, retention, and diversity.Prof. Omar Youssef, University of Arizona Dr. Omar Youssef is a Lecturer at University of Arizona (UofA), College of Architecture, Planning, and Landscape Architecture, and the School of Sustainable Built Environments. A Building Scientist in the Institute on Place and Wellbeing Performance. An Architecture Designer in Practice focusing on Environmental Application within the Industry. Dr. Youssef has extensive industry experience of constructed large-scale projects. Omar’s interdisciplinary background combines between Architecture Practice, Environmental Sciences, Health and