Conference Session

Engineering Education Issues Relevant to Agricultural, Biological and Ecological Engineering: Part 1

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Deepak R Keshwani, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Jennifer Keshwani, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Logan Ryan Newman, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Rachel Ibach, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Taryn King, University of Nebraska, Lincoln

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Diversity

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Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE)

. Whileparticipation in the mentoring program was not required, the instructors of the introductorycourses in each of the three majors emphasized the importance at the start of the semester andincorporated a small portion of the class grade to participation in mentoring. For example, theinstructor of the AST introductory course asked students to write a short reflection on theirparticipation in the mentoring program. The BE introductory course has specific points allocatedbased on participation in the program. In retrospect, some consistency across the courses wouldhave been preferable. Feedback from peer-mentors also highlighted the importance of a morestructured implementation of the peer-mentoring program within the context of the

Conference Session

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

Collection

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)

and translation. Theyemphasize how technology not only aids in translation but also offers a wealth of onlineresources, enhancing accessibility and flexibility in learning [6].These studies collectively support the idea that embracing multilingualism in education cangreatly improve understanding in complex fields like science and engineering. Tailorededucational programs have proven successful in enhancing the academic writing of multilingualengineering students, and innovative teaching methods that integrate cultural and digitalknowledge are key to preparing engineers for a globalized workforce For educational progress,teaching assistants should approach their role with empathy and adaptability, recognizing thevaried cultural backgrounds and

Conference Session

Engineering Education Issues Relevant to Agricultural, Biological and Ecological Engineering: Part 1

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hector Palala, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Amy Millmier Schmidt, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Mara Zelt, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Bethany Zelt, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Andrew Stiven Ortiz Balsero, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Maria Jose Oviedo Ventura, Cornell University

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Diversity

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Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE)

mentioned during the interviews, “...they [thestudents] are going to be the messengers that carry the message of AMR forward to their peers,into their homes, to their parents.” The curriculum incorporated storytelling elements in the formof narrative-based educational videos, retellings of student experiences, and humanizingpathogens in story building (Figure 5).Figure 4. Examples of the curriculum's utilization of storytelling elements. (Left) Discussionslides use human-scaling for pathogens to create context, (Right) narrative-based storytelling instudent activities.Preparing the students to become the “messengers” to their communities required the ability toarticulate the concept of AMR orally. With the goal of fostering communication skills

Conference Session

Strategies and/or Approaches to Engage Students in Agricultural, Biological, or Similarly Named Programs

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lucie Guertault, North Carolina State University

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Diversity

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Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE)

of the subject. They also found that the coursehad a broad application to their remaining core courses in chemical engineering.In addition to being more relevant to students’ goals and interests, tailored courses offered by thehome department provide opportunities for students to develop connections with peers andprofessors in their major and to create a sense of belonging to the program [15].In the biological engineering program at North Carolina State University, BAE 200 – ComputerMethods in Biological Engineering is a 2-credit hour course taken by 2nd year undergraduatestudents in the Biological Engineering Program. The course was created to replace theintroductory computer programming course that students used to take in the computer

Conference Session

Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE) Technical Session 1

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carmine Carey Balascio P.E., University of Delaware

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Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE)

elements of the flipped classroom.There is a huge variety of engineering programs available to students in the U.S., butexamination of the curricula often reveals a large amount of curricular uniformity, especiallyamong programs in the same or similar disciplines. Engineering programs in mainstreamdisciplines such as civil or mechanical engineering often struggle to differentiate themselvesfrom their competitor peers. Use of studios and promotion of studio culture in undergraduateengineering programs as exemplified in art & design, architecture, and landscape architectureprograms could be a way to enhance learning, improve the student experience, and truly make aprogram stand out in terms of offering a unique engineering educational

Conference Session

Strategies and/or Approaches to Engage Students in Agricultural, Biological, or Similarly Named Programs

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert Merton Stwalley III P.E., Purdue University ; Roger L. Tormoehlen, Purdue University

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Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE)

axle lesson of theagricultural-based STEM vehicle balance module.Figure 18 - Slide associated with the front axle detailed assembly of the miniature tractor in the creation-level front axle lessonof the agricultural-based STEM vehicle balance module. The active learning portions of the vehicle balance module have been constructed aroundguidelines developed to ensure active engagement with each level within each assignment [20],[21]. The lesson plans feature activities which reference life experiences, have hands-oncomponents, are collaborative, proscribe work with peer team members, and require anapplication of the knowledge components identified as important and closing the loop on why askill is important. Students engaged in critical