Conference Session

Graduate College Industry Partnerships

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mandana Ashouripashaki, The Ohio State University; Kristina Kennedy, The Ohio State University; Paul A. Reeder, The Ohio State University

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engineering program," American Journal of Engineering Education(Special Issue), vol. 8, no. 1, pp. 1–X, June 2017.[4] G. Wiggins and J. McTighe, Understanding by Design. Alexandria, VA: Association forSupervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD), 2005.[5]Sorby, S., Fortenberry, N., & Bertoline, G. (2021). Stuck in 1955: Engineering educationneeds a revolution. Issues in Science and Technology. Retrieved fromhttps://www.issues.org/stuck-in-1955-engineering-education-needs-revolution/[6] L. Dee Fink, Creating Significant Learning Experiences: An Integrated Approach toDesigning College Courses. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass, 2013.[7] J. McTighe and R. S. Thomas, “Backward design for forward action,” EducationalLeadership, vol. 60, no. 5, pp. 52–55

Conference Session

Undergraduate Career Development

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tara Esfahani, University of California, Irvine; David A. Copp, University of California, Irvine

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Paper ID #49219Trust me, I’m an Engineer: Exploring engineering Identity and concepts ofexpert versus novice in the aerospace engineering industryMs. Tara Esfahani, University of California, Irvine Tara Esfahani is a M.S. student at the University of California, Irvine, in the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering department and a full time engineer at an aerospace company in southern California. Her specialization is mechanics of materials and her research focuses on engineering education and industry preparedness.Dr. David A. Copp, University of California, Irvine David A. Copp received the B.S. degree in mechanical

Conference Session

Industry Advisory Boards, Experiential Learning

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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LEI YANG, University of Hong Kong; Chun Kit Chan, The University of Hong Kong; Kin Sun Lam, MTR Corporation; Chun Kit Chui, University of Hong Kong

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Kolb’s theory ofexperiencing, reflecting, thinking, and acting [14]. Our model includes: 1) a series of hands-onworkshops led by university students for industrial personnel, 2) on-site visits related to industrialdigitalization organized for university students by the industrial partner, 3) a collaborative scenario -based project assigned to the cohort of students and trainees, and 4) real-world challenges. The modelis shown in Figure 1. For the university, the model is designed as an extracurricular activity for thethree students, complementing the current curriculum. For the enterprise, the model is structured in amixed format, with the hands-on workshops integrated into the training curriculum for MTR staff andthe collaborative project in a

Conference Session

Graduate College Industry Partnerships

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Reem Khojah, University of California, San Diego; Alyssa Catherine Taylor, University of California San Diego

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imperative forbiomedical engineering programs to equip students with AI competencies that align withevolving industry demands [3], [4].To address this need, this work aims to survey leading biotechnology companies to identify themost essential AI tools, techniques, and skills currently employed or actively being taught totheir employees, to gain insights on whether they can be integrated into the biomedicalengineering curriculum. By gathering insights directly from industry professionals, the studyseeks to bridge the gap between academic instruction and practical applications in key areassuch as machine learning, data analysis, and AI-driven automation. The survey is designed tofocus on AI tools currently used in biotechnology research while

Conference Session

Undergraduate College Industry Partnerships

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Irene Magara, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Vicent Rutagangibwa, Mbarara University of Science and Technology; Thomas E. Marlin, Department of Chemical Engineering, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada L8S4L7

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inengineering students. The SoSTeM Model emphasizes integrating key skills such ascommunication, problem-solving, and teamwork into engineering education. In our study, wefocused on enhancing these professional skills through an intervention of a one-week pre-internship training program of the intervention group focusing on communication, report writing,and problem-solving. By adopting this model, we built upon proven methods to help studentsdevelop the essential skills needed for their future careers. By evaluating the impact of thisintervention, we hope to provide valuable insights for educators, policymakers, and industryleaders, ultimately strengthening the development of professional skills and aligning engineeringeducation with the evolving

Conference Session

Undergraduate Career Development

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Edward Latorre, University of Florida; R. Keith Stanfill P.E., The University of Tennessee, Knoxville

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Paper ID #48460Best Practices for Industry Liaisons in Engineering Design Projects: Insightsfrom Students and LiaisonsDr. Edward Latorre, University of Florida Dr. Edward Latorre is an Associate Engineer with the Department of Engineering Education at the University of Florida and the Director of the Integrated Product and Process Design (IPPD) program. His current research areas are in support of his teaching in IPPD, a multidisciplinary senior and graduate level design course sequence where student teams develop solutions for industry sponsored projects. https://www.eng.ufl.edu/eed/faculty-staff/edward-latorre

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Undergraduate College Industry Partnerships

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bridget Ogwezi, ANSYS, Inc.; Kaitlin Tyler, ANSYS, Inc.

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Paper ID #48556Using industry standard tools to set up students for successDr. Bridget Ogwezi, ANSYS, Inc. For the last 5 years I have been part of the Academic Program at Ansys, supporting engineering education.Dr. Kaitlin Tyler, ANSYS, Inc. Kaitlin Tyler is currently a Senior Academic Program Engineer at Ansys. Her role focuses on supporting the usage of Ansys tools in academia, with an emphasis on materials teaching and pre-university engagement. She is also the lead for the Ansys Academic Content Development Program, which focuses on developing instructional content to support integration of Ansys tools in curriculum

Conference Session

Industry Advisory Boards, Experiential Learning

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kauser Jahan, Rowan University; Jagadish Torlapati, Rowan University; Jennifer S Atchison, Drexel University

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Paper ID #46808Engaging your Industrial Advisory Board to promote Industrial Connectionsfor Student EngagementDr. Kauser Jahan, Rowan University Kauser Jahan, is Professor and Head of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Rowan University. Kauser received her B.S.C.E. from the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, an MSCE from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville and a Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis. Kauser is a leader and innovator in the area of curriculum development. This is evidenced by her high teaching scores, excellent student evaluations, teaching awards, publications on

Conference Session

Industry Advisory Boards, Experiential Learning

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

D'andre Jermaine Wilson-Ihejirika P.Eng., University of Toronto; Susan McCahan, University of Toronto; Greg Evans P.Eng., University of Toronto

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being in academic career participating in some sort of technical team project. Theactivities most commonly cited by those who took Academic career paths as influential wereResearch, Curriculum and Interactions with Professors; with 58% of those categorized as beingin Academic Career Paths citing those activities as influential. The Figure below shows theinfluential and participation responses for engineering graduates in Academic career paths. Figure 4. Influential Activities and Participation Rates for Academic Career PathsInterviewees that took Academic career paths, or went on to pursue research based graduatestudies, all mentioned the influence of undergraduate research activities. “I got an undergrad research

Conference Session

Undergraduate College Industry Partnerships

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nicholas Dang, Purdue Engineering Education; Muhsin Menekse, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE); Mahdi Hosseini, Northwestern University

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Paper ID #45806Exploring Undergraduates’ Experiences of a Two Day Quantum SummerSchoolNicholas Dang, Purdue Engineering EducationDr. Muhsin Menekse, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE) Muhsin Menekse is an Associate Professor at Purdue University with a joint appointment in the School of Engineering Education and the Department of Curriculum & Instruction. Dr. Menekse’s primary research focuses on exploring K-16 students’ engagement and learning of engineering and science concepts by creating innovative instructional resources and conducting interdisciplinary quasi-experimental research studies in and out of

Conference Session

Industry Advisory Boards, Experiential Learning

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Erik Carl Backus, Project Unlock; Jessica P.M. Fick, University of Wisconsin - Platteville; Jennifer S Atchison, Drexel University; Jagadish Torlapati, Rowan University; Philip J. Parker P.E., University of Wisconsin - Platteville; Jodi F. Prosise, University of Minnesota - Twin Cities

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) discuss this method, b) provide an analysis of the impacts of theprojects undertaken through its use, and c) provide case study examples of the conversionprocess from advisement to partnership within the engineering programs at select institutions.The Project Unlock Method™, coupled with the KEEN Entrepreneurial Mindset (EM)framework, provides a pathway for engineering programs to leverage the expertise and insight ofindustry in their programs and curriculum. By shifting IABs from reactionary advisory roles toactive partnership roles, the approach demonstrates how academic-industry interactions canbecome more adaptive and impactful. This paper also shares current efforts from a ProjectUnlock ™ training involving over 15 institutions that have now

Conference Session

Undergraduate College Industry Partnerships

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Craig M. Spears, Texas A&M University

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, Lent and Brown[6] defined SCCT with an emphasis on how self-efficacy, outcome expectations, and personalgoals play pivotal roles in guiding an individual’s career trajectory.This framework closely parallels efforts to define and understand "engineering identity," aconcept many researchers explore. However, SCCT also emphasizes the role of contextual andexperiential factors, such as institutional support or barriers, in shaping these core variables. Byintegrating these factors, this theory is a particularly valuable comprehensive lens for identifyingfactors of professional socialization mechanisms that affect engineers’ job satisfaction and careerpersistence in engineering. My review will integrate the three components of self-efficacy,outcome

Conference Session

Undergraduate Career Development

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rebecca Semrau, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Jennifer S Linvill, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Emeline Anne Ojeda-Hecht, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)

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Paper ID #47612Adapting to the Workforce: How Microelectronics Engineers Overcome KnowledgeGapsRebecca Semrau, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)Dr. Jennifer S Linvill, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE) Dr. Jennifer S. Linvill is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Technology Leadership & Innovation at Purdue University. Her research examines workforce development, particularly through general and technical workforce needs assessments. Her research examines organizational and leadership issues that span across an ecosystem of partners within the following areas: defense, government, industry