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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alexandria S. Lahman, Western Kentucky University; Shahnaz J. Aly, Western Kentucky University; Sheila Sullivan Flener, Western Kentucky University

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Paper ID #39400Board 1: WIP: Biophilic Design and Its Effects on Mental and PhysicalHealthAlexandria S. Lahman, Western Kentucky University Alexandria is an undergraduate student at Western Kentucky University studying Architectural Sciences. She is passionate about how architecture can impact one’s experience and hopes to improve mental and physical health by creating healthier architecture.Ms. Shahnaz J. Aly, Western Kentucky University Shahnaz Aly, OAA, LEED AP, M. Arch, is a licensed Architect in India and Canada and Associate Professor in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences at Western Kentucky University. She

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Keith E. Hedges, Drury University

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attribution. This paperdiscusses the ethical and legal implications surrounding AI art generators and copyrights,describes how the AI generators operate, considers the positions in the creative process, andconcludes with suggested best practices for engaging AI art in the architectural design curricula.IntroductionA consensus definition of art within the art community is asymptotic as each artist may have adifferent opinion on what art is. Oxford defines art as “the expression or application of humancreative skill and imagination, typically in a visual form such as painting or sculpture, producingworks to be appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power [1].” One might simplifyand suggest that art is a process led by the human mind that

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Miguel X. Rodriguez-Paz, Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM); Jorge A. Gonzalez-Mendivil, Tecnológico de Monterrey; Israel Zamora-Hernandez; Martha Elena Nunez, Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM)

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also a competence-based one, inwhich each program has major competences that we declare our students will develop duringtheir studies. The name of our model is Tec21 and has proven to be very successful inattracting students to all the programs. The model also includes the design of new learningspaces and the use of the latest technologies in the learning rooms [1-6]. Fig. 1 shows the newlayout for teaching Engineering courses in our university. ^ Fig. 1. New learning spaces with chairs that allowed collaboration (September 2019)The main objective of this paper is to present some of the activities that have been wellaccepted by students as well as some of the best practices from online terms, in whichprofessors had to adapt the

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Eugene Kwak, State University of New York, College of Technology at Farmingdale

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in the VR environment. This work-in-progress paper will analyze the use of digital tools in the architectural design process andevaluate the validity of the tools as pedagogical content in an architectural design course.IntroductionThe rise of remote learning and working during the COVID-19 pandemic, suggests that varioustypes of immersive software can be adapted to the architectural field. [1] The platforms thatfoster virtual collaboration are defined below. • Virtual Reality (VR): This technology refers to a digitally generated simulation of a 3D environment that can provide the user with an immersive experience with special electronic equipment as shown in Figure 1.1. Typically, the VR headset covers the user’s

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sanjeev Adhikari, Kennesaw State University; Kathryn Bedette, Kennesaw State University; Giovanni Loreto, Kennesaw State University

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different universities. Students and departments have always praised him for his outstanding teaching and research excellence. He has been involved in numerous professional societies to supplement his teaching and research, including ASCE, ACI, ASEE, ASC, ATMAE, and TRB. His re- search output has been well disseminated as he has published 100+ journal papers and conference papers. His research interests are 1) Creating Innovative Sustainable Materials, 2) Digital Construction, 3) BIM and VDC, 4) Virtual Testing Lab, 5) Construction Education, and 6) Sustainability.Kathryn Bedette, Kennesaw State UniversityGiovanni Loreto, Kennesaw State University Giovanni Loreto is an Assistant Professor in the College of Architecture and

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Andrea Atkins, University of Waterloo; Alison McNeil; Rania Al-Hammoud, University of Waterloo

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from phase 1 to phase 2 from the course instructors. Most importantly, the resultsof a student survey will share the students’ reflections on the modifications they made to theirprojects based on the receipt of feedback and course instruction during phase 2 of the DesignDays challenge.IntroductionEngineering design is an important aspect in STEM education [1]. Students need to have theability to integrate knowledge from several courses during their undergraduate education to learnto implement a successful design [2]. Unfortunately, engineering courses are normally taught insilos, not allowing students to visualize the complete aspects of a design [3]. Their designs arealso normally assessed based on the aspects related to the specific course

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rachel Mosier, Oklahoma State University; Rania Al-Hammoud, MpowerU Training & Consultancy Inc.

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undergraduate architectural engineering programs beingdeveloped. By focusing on the accreditation programs provided by ABET (the AccreditationBoard for Engineering and Technology) and CEAB (the Canadian Engineering AccreditationBoard). In the U.S., the original accrediting body was the Engineers Council for ProfessionalDevelopment, which was founded in 1932. In 1980, the name was changed to the AccreditationBoard for Engineering and Technology and in 2005, the name was changed to the acronymABET [1], which is advised or sponsored by the Architectural Engineering Institute (AEI).CEAB was founded in 1965 as a subcommittee of Engineers Canada to ensure the quality of theengineering undergraduate programs delivered in the country [2].Based on the programs

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ryan Solnosky P.E., Pennsylvania State University; John J. Phillips, Oklahoma State University

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Integration, TechnicalAssessmentIntroduction Architectural engineering (AE) undergraduate programs, and more broadly, all engineeringprograms, provide authentic engineering design experiences through capstone courses [1-3]. Whenstructured properly [4], capstones provide excellent opportunities for assessing student knowledge [5],developing new leaders [6], bridging fundamental knowledge with practical settings [7], showcasinginnovative technologies and design approaches [8], and more. Compounding factors for AE capstones existacross the 27 ABET accredited programs in the United States, such as the types of courses offered, the levelof industry connection, the size of the program, the duration of the degree, and where the AE program issituated

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bodhisatta Hajra, Oklahoma State University; John J. Phillips, Oklahoma State University

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, science, and engineering, besides studio-based courses appliedto building construction. Similarly, civil engineering courses in design around the world havemostly focused on timber, masonry, reinforced concrete, and steel structures. However, increasedglobal warming in recent years due to greenhouse gas emissions, coupled with the need forenergy efficient buildings, has resulted in several architecture programs including at OklahomaState University to offer courses on sustainable building design, covering topics on buildingenergy modeling.The growing interest in energy efficient buildings has resulted in building facades beingconstructed of different materials, such as wood, sheet metal, glass, aluminum, and vinyl [1]. Afaçade is considered a

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Filza H. Walters, Texas A&M University; Nadia Shuayto, Ohio Northern University; Saira Anwar, Texas A&M University

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on two aspects: 1) identifying the core competencies using the University’sarchitectural engineering Program Educational Outcomes (PEO) aspirations, ABET outcomes,and National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) competencies, and 2) providing amechanism to integrate such competencies using a foundational architectural engineering courseat the University as a pilot. In the paper, we provide future directions for such integrations forcourses and probable suggestions for evaluating the effectiveness of these integrations onstudents' success and career readiness.IntroductionArchitectural engineering helps students gain practice and theoretical knowledge of theengineering design of high-performance buildings and their systems. The

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tristan Lee Charles, Kansas State University; Kyle Larson, Kansas State University; Andrew Sneed, Kansas State University

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. To achieve this goal, new and relevant techniques must continue to bediscovered to keep up with the industry's growth. The primary factor moving forward in theindustry is reducing carbon emissions as environmental issues such as global warming continueto rise. Global warming is a growing problem, and carbon emissions are the main contributor tothis issue [1]. Carbon emissions profoundly affect the environment, primarily through climatechange. Carbon dioxide (CO2) is a greenhouse gas (GHG) that traps heat in the Earth’satmosphere. Earth needs greenhouse gases to keep the average surface temperature abovefreezing. However, by adding additional carbon dioxide to the atmosphere, society issupercharging greenhouse gases, causing global

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jose G. Rangel-Ramirez, Tecnologico de Monterrey; Saul E. Crespo, Tecnologico de Monterrey ; Miguel X. Rodriguez-Paz, Tecnologico de Monterrey ; Luis Horacio Hernandez Carrasco P.E., Tecnologico de Monterrey

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2019, our university Tecnológico de Monterrey, rolled out its new educationalmodel called Tec21 across all programs, including engineering. In this model, the semesterperiods were divided into three periods of 5 weeks each, where subjects from the previouscurriculum, which lasted 18 weeks, were condensed into a 5-week teaching period. Thisapproach was based on entirely focusing students on a thematic area (Fig.1).In the Tec21 curriculum plans [1-5], each thematic block is structured with several moduleson related themes and a challenge (linked project), which must be addressed by developingskills derived from the deployment of the modules. All challenges are linked to real-worldenvironmental problems through Educational Partners (companies

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Daniel Linares, Florida Gulf Coast University; Diana Marcela Franco Duran, University of Virginia; David R. Gutierrez, University of Virginia; Anh D. Chau, Florida Gulf Coast University; Marina Figueiredo Muller, Florida Gulf Coast University; Felipe Ossio, Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile

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maximize the benefits of PBLin BIM education. This study contributes to the development of effective pedagogical strategies for BIMeducation and underscores the need for further research into hybrid models and long-term impacts oncareer readiness.1 Introduction1.1 BackgroundProject-based learning (PBL) is widely recognized as an effective pedagogical approach for fosteringcritical thinking, collaboration, and practical application of knowledge in real-world contexts. Thisapproach is particularly relevant in construction management and architecture education, where bridgingtheoretical concepts with practical skills is essential for preparing students to meet industry demands.Building Information Modeling (BIM), a digital methodology that

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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bodhisatta hajra, Oklahoma State University

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producing accomplished architects and engineers from the SOA, despite being differentfrom traditional graduate degrees (MS and PhD) in architecture offered at most US universities.Keywords: Graduate Certificate; Architecture; Engineering; Building Envelope; EnergyIntroductionModern buildings of the twenty-first century must provide adequate comfort for occupants, besidesbeing structurally safe and energy efficient [1, 2, 3]. Formal education for architects andarchitectural engineers is therefore very important to ensure that buildings are structurallyadequate, energy efficient, besides being aesthetically pleasing [4]. Currently there are severalinstitutions across the US and Canada offering undergraduate/graduate degrees and certificates

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rania Al-Hammoud, MpowerU Training & Consultancy Inc.; Hyekyung Lee, University of Waterloo

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. This shift aims to enhance educational quality and ensuregraduates are well-prepared for professional demands. [1] emphasize the importance of aligningcompetency-based education with industry expectations to prepare students for real-worldchallenges. [2] further discuss the implementation of CBA in engineering programs, providinginsights into how competency-based assessments can be effectively integrated into first-yearcourses.For Architectural Engineering (AE) students, mastering fundamental mechanics concepts iscritical, as these principles serve as the foundation for later coursework in structural analysis,materials science, and building design. Unlike disciplines such as Civil or MechanicalEngineering, which may emphasize mechanics from a

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jose Guadalupe Rangel Ramirez, Tecnologico de Monterrey, School of Engineering and Sciences; Miguel X. Rodriguez-Paz, Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM); Luis Horacio Hernandez Carrasco P.E., Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM)

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practical application. This methodology bridgesthe gap between learning and real-world decision-making, preparing future engineers andproject managers with essential skills for BIM implementation.IntroductionIn previous years, BIM (building information modeling) research and applications havepredominantly been associated with six main areas according to current trends in researchdatabases (see analysis in Appendix 1): 1. Built environmental technology, energy efficiency, and BIM technology (including blockchain, virtual, and augmented reality). 2. Construction management and industrial applications of BIM (including blockchain, geographical information systems (GIS) and facilities management) 3. Structural systems (design and

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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bodhisatta hajra, Oklahoma State University; John J Phillips P.E., Oklahoma State University; Laura K Emerson, Oklahoma State University

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Architecture.Prof. Laura K Emerson, Oklahoma State University Laura Emerson is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma and Washington State University. She is an Associate Teaching Professor at Oklahoma State University and has taught Statics, Strengths of Materials, Dynamics, and Introduction to Engineering for the CORE. Her interests include Engineering Education. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Assessing various factors influencing student education in staticsBodhisatta Hajra, Ph.D.1, John Phillips, P.E.1, Laura Emerson2, Hugo Ferrer, Ph.D.3 1Schoolof Architecture, Oklahoma State University, USA 2Division of Engineering Technology, Oklahoma State University, USA

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nicholas Tymvios, Bucknell University; John Gambatese P.E., Oregon State University; Jake Smithwick, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

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this paper shows results from a surveyof faculty from these programs that aimed to identify: 1) courses/topics with content that doesnot dramatically change over time and does not need to be constantly updated, 2) courses/topicsthat need constant updating and for what reasons, 3) courses/topics that are novel and representmaterial that is in the forefront of construction engineering/management technology, and 4)topics that will be appearing in curricula in the near future.The results of this investigation will help construction programs plan their future curricula andhelp program administrators ensure an even faculty workload distribution.Key words: Construction, Course Preparation, EducationBackgroundFaculty should strive to improve their

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Architectural Engineering Division Technical Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Saul E. Crespo, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Mexico; Miguel X. Rodriguez-Paz, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Mexico; Job R. Medina Hernandez, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Mexico; Luis Horacio Hernandez-Carrasco, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Mexico; Milan Sokol, Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, Slovakia

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Educational Model namely Tec21 is a competence-based model and it is a studentcentered model [1-5]. These competences can be disciplinary competences or transversecompetencies, e.g. soft competences such as collaborative work. In every coursestudents have to solve challenges or real life scenarios that are related to the situationsthey will face in industry once they have graduated. For this reason, every challenge isassociated with scenarios that provided by industry, society through non-governmentorganizations, local governments or research centers. All these entities are calledStrategic Forming Partners (SFP).The structure of the educational model is distributed basically in four basic elements:Subjects (courses), Blocks (challenge-based courses

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Architectural Engineering Division Technical Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Eric B. Dano, George Washington University; Joost R. Santos, The George Washington University

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architecture. The proposed learningobjectives should focus on the key architectural learning points of 1) the importance of systemarchitecture in creating effective systems; 2) how outputs of system architecture seed systemdevelopment; and 3) how architecture is transdisciplinary and considers the customer’s needs andsystem lifecycle. This approach was implemented into George Washington University’sundergraduate Systems Engineering program by implementing these architecture learningobjectives directly into existing undergraduate systems engineering course material. Using thisapproach, a significant increase in knowledge in all three architecture learning objectives wasquantified by querying the recent sophomore Fundamentals of System Engineering class

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Architectural Engineering Division Technical Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ryan L. Solnosky, P.E., Pennsylvania State University; Moses Ling, P.E., Pennsylvania State University

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with hands-on design. To the extent thatundergraduate engineering experiments are essential to prepare these future engineers to excel in theirprofession [1-2]. Whetton [3] states that instructional design requires the thoughtful choice of readingmaterials, assignments, activities and most of all learning objectives. In the context of experimentation,Sivaloganathan et al. [4] adds that the choice between experiments is critical for an often tightly packedcurricula. For more than two decades, the engineering community has struggled with finding an appropriatebalance between classical pedagogy and practical experiences for developing engineers [5]. Kolb’s work[6] is often cited regarding experiential learning as the start of discussions

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 3

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Eric Anderson R.A., State University of New York, College of Technology at Farmingdale

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Paper ID #36797Using Conceptual Cost Estimating as a Constraint and Tool in DesignCurriculumProf. Eric Anderson R.A., State University of New York, College of Technology at Farmingdale Eric Anderson is an architect and educator with more than thirty years in educational and non-profit facil- ities planning and management. He has overseen the planning and/or construction of over $ 1 billion of capital improvement for non-profit and educational institutions in New Mexico, West Virginia, Nevada, and New York. He is a registered architect in New York and West Virginia. Professional memberships include the American Institute

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 3

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shannon Chance, Technological University Dublin & University College London; Barry McAuley, Technological University Dublin

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andinfrastructure. An even more integrated approach, BIMM, can support more efficient andeffective building operation and maintenance while it is in use, although the terms are often usedinterchangeably. BIM and BIMM can potentially improve project efficiency, reduce constructionwaste, and improve collaboration and communication among stakeholders [1]. Although manylarge companies in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry are usingBIM to streamline their work, BIM tools and practices are not yet well-infused across the sector.Many small firms lack the resources and/or capabilities to use BIM effectively. Small toMedium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) face many barriers concerning legal context, attitude andmarket perceptions, education

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 3

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alex Campbell P.E., Oklahoma State University; John J Phillips P.E., Oklahoma State University

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major. This can make a student feel distantfrom their chosen major, and potentially lead to a lack of retention. Interaction with professorsfrom a student’s chosen major in the initial semesters of higher education might be advantageousin getting them involved and integrated into the program they have chosen. A report by thePresident’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology published in 2012, suggested thatthe first two years of college are the most critical to the retention and recruitment of STEMmajors [1]. Often curriculums have introductory courses for each program, and these aretypically taught wholly or in part by professors who are experts in a student’s field of study.However, there is often only a brief amount of time in courses

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Samuel Underwood, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Markeya S. Peteranetz, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Clarence Waters, University of Nebraska - Lincoln

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framework forfuture implementation is outlined for use at other institutions.BackgroundMany post-secondary educational institutions are confronted with the difficult task ofminimizing student attrition rates despite a variety of retention factors that may weigh on a givenstudent’s commitment to their institution. This challenge is readily apparent among U.S.engineering programs where annual rates of degree attainment within four to six years havelingered around 50% [1].In order to understand how to retain engineering students, it is first critical to understand whatcauses students to leave. One survey of fifty engineering student retention studies found thatcommon attrition factors included “the unwelcoming academic climate found in manyengineering

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Architectural Engineering Division Technical Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mohsen Goodarzi, Ball State University

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to make sure all competencies are coveredby the learning outcomes. The achievement of each competency and the associated learningoutcome were then discussed through associated assignments. MethodologyIn the first step, the current course syllabus for LEED Lab offered at Ball State University wasreviewed and the initial course outcomes developed for this class were placed in the left columnof a two-column table designed for this study. In the right column, the types of assignmentsstudents should work on as their attempts to achieve the outcomes in the left column were listed(Table 1).Table 1. Ball State University LEED Lab course learning outcomes and associated assignments Course Outcomes Course Assignments • Understand

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Architectural Engineering Division Technical Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mohammad Heidarinejad, Illinois Institute of Technology; Ankit Srivastava, Illinois Institute of Technology

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novel dissemination process and asked students to create YouTube videos. Overall, thispaper is an ongoing effort to expand these active teaching usecases and include them in othercourses, especially Architectural Engineering courses, in the near future to enable students tobenefit from these functionalities in a digital twins domain.IntroductionAs we observed in the past three years, the COVID-19 pandemic has greatly influenced the abilityof faculty and instructors to teach, and students to learn, using conventional approaches [1–3]. Asudden adaptation of teaching and learning from home during COVID-19 has especially impactedthose courses that require hands-on learning activities, which suggests that our current curriculumdesigns for these

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Darrell D. Nickolson, Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis; Kelly Scholl, Indiana University-Bloomington

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ThinkingAbout Learning and Teaching(1) Vercellotti, M. L. (2018). Do interactive learning spaces increase student achievement? Acomparison of classroom context. Active Learning in Higher Education, 19(3), 197-210.(2) Yang, Z., Becerik-Gerber, B., & Mino, L. (2013). A study on student perceptions of highereducation classrooms: Impact of classroom attributes on student satisfaction andperformance. Building and environment, 70, 171-188.(3) Murillo-Zamorano, L. R., Sánchez, J. Á. L., & Godoy-Caballero, A. L. (2019). How theflipped classroom affects knowledge, skills, and engagement in higher education: Effects onstudents' satisfaction. Computers & Education, 141, 103608.(4) Clinton, V., & Wilson, N. (2019). More than chalkboards: Classroom

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Luis Horacio Hernandez Carrasco P.E., Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM); Miguel X. Rodriguez-Paz, Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM); Saul E. Crespo, Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM)

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define the structuralbehavior. There are no longer 2D drawings or 3D renders, they are real structures withdimensions, volume, shape and meaning in a complete structure. In some cases, theconstruction site administrators, with high personal security concerns, allow the students toperform some basic activities in the site, such as bending steel bars, distributing and tyingstirrups in a beam rebaring, or supervising the taking of lab samples of concrete cylinders andtheir tagging for identification purposes. All these activities enhance the student’s feeling ofbeing a part of the construction site system. Figure 1. Site visit to an apartment building construction (masonry). Students bending steel bars with the help of construction workers and

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 3

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ziyi Wang, Penn State University; Robert M. Leicht, Pennsylvania State University; Ryan L. Solnosky P.E., Pennsylvania State University

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design and construction projects [1]. Many AE graduates areconfronted with these fragmentation problems in real-world construction projects, such as poorcommunication and lack of cooperative consciousness or experience [2]. Compounding this, the problemof fragmentation also exists in the education field that leads to certain consequences and a cyclic educationdeficit problem. Studies from researchers illustrate that most engineering students were taught technicalknowledge via isolated and, thus domain-specific courses with limited to no teaching of integratedapproaches. This limited educational focus causes a lack of knowledge and experience in collaboration forstudents entering the workforce [3]. Moreover, the education model of the AEC