Conference Session

ABET, PE, and CEBOK

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James H. Hanson, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Kevin G. Sutterer, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; John Aidoo, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Kevin R. Collins, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Kyle Kershaw P.E., Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Matthew D. Lovell P.E., Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Michelle Marincel Payne, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Jennifer Mueller PE, ENV SP, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Namita Shrestha, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

Paper ID #46937Lessons Learned: Adoption of ASCE BOK3 Student Outcomes Consistentwith ABET 1-7Prof. James H. Hanson, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Dr. James Hanson is Professor and Department Head for Civil & Environmental Engineering at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. His teaching emphasis is structural analysis and design. He has conducted research on teaching students how to evaluate their analysis results.Dr. Kevin G. Sutterer, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Kevin Sutterer is Professor of Civil Engineering at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology in Terre Haute, Indiana.Dr. John Aidoo, Rose-Hulman

Conference Session

Curricular & Course Design

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Daniel B Oerther P.E., Missouri University of Science and Technology

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Diversity

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

fact ensures complete mastery – by EVERY student. These two advantages of modifiedmastery learning – cost savings and improved learning outcomes – are compelling, and the caseis made that most learning in higher education should adopt a modified mastery approach.IntroductionThe king is dead. Long live the king. Historically, this proclamation was made when onemonarch died, and a new monarch ascended to the throne.In modern times, often this proclamation is used to note a sea change, which is defined as anotable transformation. For example when music downloads surpassed CD sales in the UnitedStates (US) in 2012, one might have heard the phrase, “The Sony Discman is dead. Long liveiTunes,” [1]. Or more appropriately for engineering educators in

Conference Session

Curricular & Course Design

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Julie Anne Field Wildschut, Calvin University; Gary A Jordan, United States Military Academy

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

1987 BS Engineering Physics - United States Military ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Course design to encourage spaced practiceAbstract:From athletics, school clubs, coursework, and jobs to hanging out with friends, endless scrolling,or binge watching, students have constant competition for their time. Each student mustprioritize their tasks. How much time should be devoted to reading a course textbook orreviewing class notes? When is the best time to complete homework sets or study for anassessment? Literature shows that students learn best when they space their practice or studyover time [1]. However, students are not always disciplined to follow this advice and often

Conference Session

Assessments, Feedback, & Grading

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jacqueline Jenkins, Cleveland State University

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

correspondingfalse statement (false variant) and assigned to the different test versions. This approach raised threeconcerns: 1) that the student performance on the different versions of a test would differ; 2) that true-falsestatements that were written as a true statement and corresponding false statement would provide somehint to students; and 3) that student performance on the true variant and false variant questions woulddiffer. The test responses from 53 students were analyzed. For each of the four tests, the performance onthe true-false questions on the four versions was found to be comparable. In addition, the performance onthe true variant questions and true only questions was found comparable as was the performance on thefalse variant and false

Conference Session

Curricular & Course Design

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Abigail Crocker, United States Military Academy; Joseph Speight, United States Military Academy

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

considerations for each identified schedule.Literature ReviewThere are extensive research efforts within the classroom use and utilization space. In a 2002Facilities Manager article, the author concluded that “[w]hen a campus that is experiencinggrowth has a shortage of classroom space [...] a careful look at the utilization and scheduling ofexisting classrooms becomes important [1].” The author went on to discuss some of the greatestfactors affecting classroom utilization efficiency noting that “[w]hen class starting or ending timesdiffer from standard meeting times, the result is a classroom schedule as a matter ofaccommodation rather than optimization [1].” The author further outlines the consequences of alack of uniformity in university schedules

Conference Session

Sustainability & Civil Engineering

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Julius Ogaga Etuke, Morgan State University; Adeolu Victor Banjo, Morgan State University; Micheal Oketunde Okegbola, Morgan State University; Pelumi Olaitan Abiodun, Morgan State University; Oludare Adegbola Owolabi P.E., Morgan State University

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Diversity

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

challenges. While this study provides valuable insights intostudent knowledge and perceptions, future research should explore the roles of faculty and industryprofessionals in shaping sustainability education, examining the impact of faculty training,industry partnerships, and professional mentorship on student learning outcomes.Keywords: Sustainable development, perception, civil engineering education, sustainableinfrastructure, sustainability assessment tools, Historically Black College and University (HBCU)1. IntroductionCivil engineers are pivotal in advancing sustainable development to achieve long-termenvironmental, social, and economic goals. The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)emphasizes that civil engineers play a key role in

Conference Session

The Real World-Project-Based & Experiential Learning

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mojtaba Naseri, Morgan State University; Pelumi Olaitan Abiodun, Morgan State University; Oludare Adegbola Owolabi P.E., Morgan State University

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

Engineering Education through Experimental-Centric PedagogyIntroduction and literature reviewAs the urban population grows, the need for a sustainable and Smart City (SC) becomes animportant necessity for our future [1]. SC uses new technologies to improve life quality andenhance environment terms, including smart transportation systems, sustainable urban planning,and green buildings [2]. The COVID-19 pandemic has shown the importance of resilient urbanplanning, emphasizing the need for Smart Cities to maintain social services during crises [3].Despite the dependence of our future on SC technologies, they are not included in the civilengineering curriculum, which causes a gap between education and real-world upcoming needs.To make civil

Conference Session

Effective Teaching Potpourri

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shinae Jang, University of Connecticut; Christa L. Taylor, University of Connecticut

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

, undergraduate engineering educationincreasingly emphasizes the development of self-regulated professional students equipped withthe skills and competencies necessary for the field. Civil engineers play a vital role in creating asafer, more sustainable, and ethically responsible society, necessitating a strong foundation inprofessionalism. This principle is a core component of the ASCE Body of Knowledge [1], whichhighlights the importance of ethical and responsible practice. Similarly, the National Society ofProfessional Engineers [2] mandates integrity, honesty, and impartiality to protect public welfare,and the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) [3] reinforces ethicalresponsibility as a key learning outcome for engineering

Conference Session

Civil Engineering Capstone Showcase

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shashi S. Marikunte, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, The Capital College

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

, and the project is either assigned or students may have several projects to selectfrom. Capstone courses are also widely used for the assessment of Student Outcomes (SOs) due 1to the wealth of information one can collect. Many of the capstone projects may involve real-world problems and multidisciplinary teams. While multidisciplinary projects are easy to achievein some areas of engineering, it has been a challenge for civil engineering projects. Evenworking on a project involving multiple concentration areas within civil engineering is achallenge due to the way courses are offered at many universities [1 – 9].Students in our civil engineering

Conference Session

Civil Engineering & Leadership Division Joint Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Monica Pickenpaugh PE, United States Air Force Academy; Owen Sedej P.E., United States Air Force Academy; Brad Wambeke P.E., United States Air Force Academy; Joseph Pickenpaugh PE, PMP, NORAD and USNORTHCOM J4

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL), Engineering Leadership Development Division (LEAD)

, expeditionary, staff, and garrison engineering roles. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Including Leadership in Civil Engineering EducationLeadership in engineering is an important skill. The demands of engineering have changed due torising global challenges and the need for leadership skills [1]. Global competence has beenstudied through a global mindset and social skills [2], [3] At the same time, the demand forengineers with leadership and technical skills is increasing. In a field where technicalcompetence is traditionally valued over interpersonal and leadership skills, the deliberatedevelopment of engineer leaders is needed [4], [5], [6].Although there has been debate about the

Conference Session

Civil Engineering in the Age of AI

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Allen C Estes, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Peter Laursen, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

integrity. This paper describes and assesses the incorporation ofAI into an existing computer laboratory course in an undergraduate structural engineeringprogram.Review of the LiteratureThe Architectural Engineering (ARCE) program at the California Polytechnic State University(Cal Poly) in San Luis Obispo (SLO) is an intense and comprehensive structural engineeringprogram, arguably providing the most structural engineering content at the undergraduate levelof any program in the Nation. While most structural engineers come from the 241 ABET-accredited civil engineering programs, the more prescriptive ABET program criteria preventthose programs from offering as much structural engineering content [1] and the other 26accredited architectural

Conference Session

Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Xiaofeng Wu, Georgia Institute of Technology; David Frost

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Diversity

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

preparing them for future collaborative work environments. This studyadvocates for further exploration of tailored prompts and objectives to maximize the potential ofmind mapping as an educational tool across various contexts.IntroductionMind mapping, as a tool for organizing and visualizing ideas, has long been recognized for itsability to capture mental association schemes and explore latent dimensions and connections.This process not only fosters clarity in understanding the relationships between concepts but alsohighlights the unique aspects of the order and quantity of ideas produced [1]. By preserving thenetwork structures, mind mapping enables learners to engage in the mapping activity andorganizing ideas through visual, semantic, and

Conference Session

Sustainability & Civil Engineering

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Claudia Calle Müller, Florida International University; Erika Judith Rivera P.E. , Florida International University; Mohamed ElZomor P.E., Florida International University

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

construction management(CM) students with the goals of (1) understanding the impact of natural disasters on MH; (2)investigating the importance of integrating MH knowledge and skills into disaster managementpractices to promote a holistic, effective, and well-being-focused approach, including equippingthe DMW with these skills; (3) identifying the MH resources that are most beneficial forsupporting communities and prioritizing their MH and well-being during disaster management;and (4) exploring the importance of incorporating disaster management education, including MHcomponents, into civil engineering and construction (CEC) curricula. The results of this studyhighlight the critical importance of equipping the DMW with MH knowledge and skills to

Conference Session

Broadening Participation in Civil Engineering

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Claudia Calle Müller, Florida International University; Erika Judith Rivera P.E. , Florida International University; Mohamed ElZomor P.E., Florida International University

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Diversity

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

trained in construction trades to aid in moreresilient post-disaster reconstruction while fostering social mobility and job equity. To achievethese goals, this study conducted a comprehensive literature review and surveyed 108engineering and construction management students from Florida International University (FIU),one of the largest minority-serving institutions (MSIs) in the United States, to (1) investigate themain challenges, impacts, and common failures of informal construction; (2) identify gaps inconstruction trade knowledge among low-income individuals and underserved communities; and(3) evaluate the most effective teaching methods and instructional tools to effectively teach tradeskills and basic construction knowledge. Civil

Conference Session

ABET, PE, and CEBOK

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shenghua Wu, University of South Alabama; Min-Wook Kang, University of South Alabama; John Cleary, University of South Alabama

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

International Organization for Standardization (ISO), “standards are thedistilled wisdom of people with expertise in their subject matter and who know the needs of theorganizations they represent—people such as manufacturers, sellers, buyers, customers, tradeassociations, users, or regulators” [1]. Similarly, Thompson defines standards as an agreed wayof doing something consistently to ensure safety and quality [2]. Codes, on the other hand, aresets of guidelines that define standards for the planning, construction, and maintenance ofstructures. These are typically categorized into safety standards and product standards [3].Specifications provide detailed requirements for components, products, systems, and services,ensuring they meet the necessary

Conference Session

Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sharmin Jahan Badhan, independent researcher; Rei Samsami, University of New Haven; Goli Nossoni, University of New Haven

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

theprocess of analyzing the polarity of qualitative feedback, categorizing comments as positive,negative, or neutral, Sentiment Analysis can provide a more efficient and scalable way tointerpret and utilize open-ended student responses. This paper explores the application ofSentiment Analysis to course evaluations, specifically using a pre-trained model namedDistilRoBERTa to analyze student comments and derive meaningful insights about teachingeffectiveness and course quality. 1 The goal of this research is to develop a methodology that allows for a quantitativeassessment of the sentiment expressed in qualitative course evaluations, thereby complementingtraditional quantitative ratings. By

Conference Session

Civil Engineering & Leadership Division Joint Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joel Sloan, U.S. Air Force Academy; Scott R Hamilton P.E., York College of Pennsylvania; Norb Delatte, Oklahoma State University; Tanya Kunberger P.E., University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown; Audra N. Morse P.E., Michigan Technological University; David A Saftner, University of Minnesota Duluth; Camilla M. Saviz P.E., University of the Pacific

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL), Engineering Leadership Development Division (LEAD)

,and responsibilities of an effective academic department leader, as defined from the facultymember’s perspective. While previous research has focused on a top-down approach and desiredleadership characteristics from the academic leaders themselves (Department Heads/Chairs,Deans, Provosts, etc.), there is a gap in the literature on leadership expectations from the facultymembers being directly supervised.This study was developed to address this gap in knowledge. The specific objectives of this studyare to: 1. Characterize faculty expectations of a department chair, with a specific focus on faculty member support and development, 2. Identify effective leadership practices from the perspective of faculty members, and 3. Provide

Conference Session

Effective Teaching Potpourri

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Danielle Gao, Smith College; Glenn W Ellis, Smith College; Amy Azogue Irigoyen, Smith College; Chon-sa Cardona, Smith College

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

learning, but it also increasesthe likelihood of students developing crude or simplistic ideologies and schemas [1]. A pedagogydeveloped in the learning sciences that utilizes storytelling and other cognitive tools calledImaginative Education (IE) has been developed by Kieran Egan [1, 2]. IE is based on supportingthe development of five different types of understanding that enable learners to make sense of theworld in different ways. As shown in Table 1, each of these five understandings is associatedwith specific cognitive tools. These tools are mental devices that help us make sense of the worldand operate more effectively in it. For example, a well-crafted story can convey a coherent viewof understanding in a memorable form while at the same

Conference Session

Self-Efficacy & Mindset

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ghina Absi, Vanderbilt University

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Diversity

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

navigatetheoretical math content that could lead otherwise to alienation from STEM. The project has anEntrepreneurial Mindset Learning (EML) objective as well as an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion(EDI) application. Civil Engineering as a career is currently in high demand [1] to cater for our ailing infrastructureand design for a sustainable and innovative future for our planet. This profession has an extensiveimpact on society and the global environment [2]. It is primordial for us to train ethical and innovativebudding engineers to cater for the need of our communities and environments and design the cities ofthe future. It has been shown that students who are exposed to STEM before college have a greaterchance of selecting engineering as a major, and

Conference Session

Civil Engineering Capstone Showcase

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brad Wambeke, United States Air Force Academy

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

5 (Curriculum) of ABET1 states that the curriculum must include aculminating major engineering design experience that 1) incorporates appropriate engineeringstandards and multiple constraints, and 2) is based on the knowledge and skills acquired inearlier course work. The curriculum must also meet civil engineering program criteria thatinclude designing a system, component, or process in at least two civil engineering contexts.Howe and Wilbarger2 conducted a survey of engineering capstone courses in the United States togain an understanding of how they were structured. Their research found that most capstonecourses contained a mixture of classroom and project components, with an increase in both thevariety and quantity of projects that were

Conference Session

Broadening Participation in Civil Engineering

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrew L Gillen, Northeastern University; Cassandra J McCall, Utah State University; Gisele Bury, Northeastern University; Logan Andrew Perry, University of Nebraska - Lincoln

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Diversity

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

two phases of a one-yearplanning project, funded by the National Science Foundation, to increase the representation ofcivil engineers with disabilities in the workforce. The purpose of this project is to build capacityfor engaging industry partners in a long-term collaboration under a shared goal of increasingworkforce accessibility for students with disabilities pursuing careers in civil engineering.Specific objectives for this project include: (1) synthesizing relevant literature; (2) identifyingand engaging industry stakeholders; (3) exploring collaborative tensions and synergies amongindustry stakeholders; and (4) developing a robust research agenda for the next phases of theproject.BackgroundDespite calls from the National Science

Conference Session

Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kevin Quinn Walsh PE, SE, University of Notre Dame; Eric Horvath, University of Notre Dame; James Edward Alleman; Brian J Smith P.E., University of Notre Dame

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

and now consistent mentor experience despite the heavier time demands,increasing rates of students accepting positions with employers who participated in the seniorcapstone course, and starting student salaries with year-over-year inflation-adjusted increasesthat generally outpace college, industry, and national trends.Introduction and motivationThe American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) Civil Engineering DivisionCommittee on Professional Practice is uniquely interested in evaluating the capstone experience,particularly in regard to the capstone students’ experience of “real-world” practice [1].Furthermore, capstone courses are often used to meet several student outcomes (SOs) for ABET[2] accreditation, especially regarding the

Conference Session

Games & Competitions for Civil Engineering Education

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Benjamin Z. Dymond, Northern Arizona University; Matthew K Swenty P.E., Virginia Military Institute

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

, exclude graduate students fromparticipating, allow fewer teams per university to participate (and hence fewer students overall),and have fewer attractive incentives in the form of prize money, national travel for recognition,and established industry sponsorship.IntroductionCivil engineering (CE) is currently challenged with declining student interest and decreasingworkforce numbers, while societal needs for infrastructure continue to increase [1, 2]. There isan urgent need to inspire the next generation of CE students who can see the creativity needed tobuild resilient and sustainable infrastructure that serves the needs of diverse communities.Despite this need, CE continues to attract limited interest for reasons such as (i) the perceptionthat

Conference Session

Sustainability & Civil Engineering

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Laura Doyle, Santa Clara University

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

whether the project had a greater impact on the self-efficacy andinterest of underrepresented students more than traditional civil engineering students. Drawingon Bielefeldt’s [1] findings, it is expected that incorporating service learning into engineeringcourses will increase self-efficacy and retention more for underrepresented groups.1. Motivation and BackgroundComputer programming, including algorithm creation and numerical methods, is an essentialskill for civil engineering students [2] but can be a roadblock for many students. The course isoften seen as a requirement and not immediately relevant to students’ future as civil engineers.Based on personal experience of the author, it is not until students graduate and attend graduateschool and

Conference Session

Focus on the First Year

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sydney Donohue Jobe, University of New Mexico; Paris Eisenman, University of New Mexico; Ethan Kapp, University of New Mexico; James Joseph Rawson, University of New Mexico; MADISON JO COX, University of New Mexico; John Caleb Orr, University of New Mexico; Jose Cerrato, University of New Mexico; Anjali Mulchandani, University of New Mexico

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Diversity

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

. 1INTRODUCTIONStudents enrolled in collegiate engineering programs often are required to take an entry-leveldesign course. These types of courses expose students to ill-structured complex design problems,where there is not one single method or solution and there is uncertainty about which rules orprinciples are necessary to use [1]. Research suggests that hands-on design-based project classesalso excite engineering students and motivate them to stay in an engineering program [2]. Ill-structured design problems-- as opposed to well-structured problems-- more closely mirror thework engineers perform outside of academia. To solve real-world problems, engineers mustgather information that is not readily available, decide on a process, and identify and

Conference Session

Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrew Paul Summerfield, Wentworth Institute of Technology; John Peter Voccio; Wenye Camilla Kuo-Dahab, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Brian Ernst, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Chris Bode-Aluko, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

of the civil engineering degree program at an undergraduate-focused engineering school.The material presented draws on the EOP framework and is designed for courses at the first-year,sophomore, and junior level. Student feedback to assess learning outcomes and student interest ispresented. In addition, the authors discuss an ongoing effort to coordinate the development ofclimate change-related curriculum and undergraduate research opportunities across multipledegree programs within the school of engineering at the authors’ institution.1. BackgroundMeaningfully addressing the climate crisis will require the transformation of civil infrastructure,including the development of utility-scale wind and solar farms to supply clean energy and

Conference Session

Focus on the First Year

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elin Jensen, Lawrence Technological University

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

project solution.IntroductionA recent pilot study by Jensen [1] indicated the effectiveness of a collaborative educationalstrategy introducing first year students to systems thinking, social responsibility andsustainability in civil and architectural engineering projects. The first-year term project wasmotivated by program faculty concern that upper level students lacked confidence during theideation phase of their projects. This was noted when students acted as development teams oncomprehensive, collaborative projects such as the culminating major design experience. Inparticular, the steps involving gathering community-based information and prioritizing goals waschallenging for the students. This paper expands on the pilot study in assessing the

Conference Session

Games & Competitions for Civil Engineering Education

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Victoria Bennett, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Casper Harteveld, Northeastern University; Yevgeniya V. Zastavker, Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

knowledge andskills to respond to technological advancements, societal shifts, and changing expectations.Higher education institutions must also respond and adapt to these changes by supporting thedevelopment of the skills and competencies essential for student success and problem-solvingin this dynamic environment. Among these skills, we focus on engineering judgment as a criticalcapability for mindfully addressing complex, real-world problems. Recognizing its importance,ABET has emphasized the development of engineering judgment in two of its StudentOutcomes, highlighting the need for strategic educational approaches [1]. Engineering judgment involves making informed decisions in complex and uncertainsituations, often leveraging a

Conference Session

The Real World-Project-Based & Experiential Learning

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jose Capa Salinas, University of St. Thomas; Manuel Salmeron, Purdue University; Herta Montoya, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Morgan R Broberg, University of Arkansas; Shivam Sharma, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Hyewon Hailey Seo, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Jorge Rojas, Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering, Purdue University, U.S.

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

for Civil Engineering Students Facing a Changing WorldABSTRACTFuture civil engineers need to be equipped to tackle the challenges of a changing world. TheAmerican Society of Civil Engineering highlights many needs for civil engineers of the futureincluding a strong foundation in sustainable design, quick adoption of emerging technologies,and the ability to use innovative problem-solving strategies [1]. Education is integral in helpingstudents develop professional skills and uniquely equipped to impact future engineers. Thefollowing paper describes the curricula and assessment tools used in a one-week summer course,introducing high school students to civil engineering concepts in sustainable designs, newtechnologies, and innovative problem

Conference Session

Civil Engineering Capstone Showcase

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Charles Riley, Oregon Institute of Technology

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

on the senior project experience. According to survey responses, a large majority ofstudents who participated demonstrated comprehension and valued the Better Conversationstools.IntroductionSenior project courses are a fixture in most civil engineering curricula in the country because ofABET accreditation requirements [1] related to effective communication and team performance,as well as industry goals that students perform design work for an unstructured design problemin the college environment prior to entering practice. In such courses, students have the potentialto demonstrate their best work in a team environment, making the courses an ideal place toconduct assessment. The benefits of team-based design courses come with challenges