Paper ID #41871Designing Equitable STEM Education Modules with Renewable Energy TechnologiesDr. Matthew Aldeman, Illinois State University Matthew Aldeman is an Associate Professor of Technology at Illinois State University, where he teaches in the Sustainable & Renewable Energy and Engineering Technology undergraduate programs.Prof. James Mathias, Southern Illinois University, CarbondaleDaniel Austin Darcy, Illinois State UniversityCheron James ElmsKaitlyn Marie QuinnDouglas Andracki ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Designing Equitable STEM Education Modules
Paper ID #49251Harper Academy All Stars: a summer program aimed at improving diversity,innovation, and interest in the nuclear engineering technologiesDr. Katie Snyder, University of Michigan Dr. Snyder is a lecturer and assistant research scientist for the University of Michigan’s College of Engineering. She has been teaching communication, ethics, and design for more than 17 years.Aditi Verma, University of Michigan Aditi Verma (she/her) is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Sciences at the University of Michigan. Aditi is broadly interested in how fission and fusion technologies
Paper ID #41892Board 98: Engineering Education Curriculum Needs for Achieving SustainableEnergy and Decarbonize EconomyProf. Mansour Zenouzi, Wentworth Institute of Technology Dr. Zenouzi is a professor of Mechanical Engineering in the School of Engineering at Wentworth Institute of Technology. Zenouzi received his BSME (1976) from Iran University of Science and Technology, MSME (1981) from Tufts University, and Ph.D. from Northeastern University (1990). He is Fellow of ASME, EAC of ABET Commissioner, life member of ASHRAE, member of Phi Beta Delta International Scholars Honor Society, and licensed mechanical engineer (P.E
Paper ID #38790The technical and educational requirements in establishing a Li-ioncoin-cell assembly and testing research facility laboratory in auniversity environmentDr. Robert W. Fletcher, Lawrence Technological University Robert Fletcher joined the faculty of the Mechanical Engineering Department at Lawrence Technological University in the summer of 2003, after two decades of various industry engineering positions in research, and product development. Dr. Fletcher earned his Master of Science in Chemical Engineering and the PhD degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Michigan, in Ann Arbor. He earned his
profound understanding of physics,chemistry, and engineering principles. The development, deployment, and management ofnuclear energy systems encompass a variety of complex technical challenges, including reactordesign, fuel cycle technology, and waste management. However, addressing nuclear energychallenges requires more than just technical expertise; these issues exist at the convergence ofnuclear technology, policy, and societal interests, thereby exhibiting all the characteristics ofwicked problems [6]. These problems include the need to balance safety concerns, regulatoryrequirements, economic feasibility, and public perception.Moreover, the societal implications of nuclear energy are significant, as they involve public trust,ethical
Paper ID #37157What makes a solar engineer?Dr. Joseph Ranalli, Pennsylvania State University Hazleton Dr. Joseph Ranalli is an Associate Professor at Penn State Hazleton, teaching in the Alternative Energy and Power Generation Engineering program. He previously earned a BS from Penn State and a PhD from Virginia Tech, both in Mechanical Engineering. His research interests include solar energy and enhancing the use of technology resources in engineering education.Mesude Bayrakci Boz, Pennsylvania State University Hazleton Dr. Mesude Bayrakci Boz is an assistant professor engineering at Penn State Hazleton. She holds mas
Paper ID #49490What makes a competent nuclear engineer?Tina Baradaran Ms. Tina Baradaran is a physicist, higher education educator and a PhD candidate in Nuclear Engineering Education at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), Australia. Collaborating with the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organization (ANSTO), Tina explores the core competencies, essential knowledge, and skills and attributes needed in nuclear engineering and the role of on-the-job training in developing these competencies. As one of the pioneering PhD scholars in engineering education at UNSW Engineering, this research aims to create and
program must remain current with the field. The following areasare of increased relevance since the previous revision to the curriculum. • Advances in LWR technology, including both large Generation III/III+ reactors such as the AP1000, EPR, and ABWR and Small Modular Reactors such as NuScale. • Increased reliance on computational skills by industry and use of modern software tools, including Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML). • Increased tie between climate change and nuclear engineering, particularly as relates to student motivation to select a nuclear engineering major. • Increased interest in nuclear forensics, radiochemistry, and plasma/fusion research.Some of these topics are most
equipment.Dr. Jayashri Ravishankar, UNSW Sydney A/Prof Jayashri Ravishankar is a Scientia Education Fellow and Associate Dean (Education) in the Fac- ulty of Engineering at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), Sydney. Her teaching and research interests include power system modelling, analysis and control, renewable energy integration, smart grids and micro grids. Jayashri has a deep interest in learning and teaching, and consistently implements strate- gies using technology innovations and industry partnerships to improve students’ active learning. She is institutionally and internationally recognized for the impact of her innovative, research-led and highly effective teaching and leadership. She leads best practice
New South Wales (UNSW), Sydney. Her teaching and research interests include power system modelling, analysis and control, renewable energy integration, smart grids and micro grids. Jayashri has a deep interest in learning and teaching, and consistently implements strategies using technology innovations and industry partnerships to improve students’ active learning. She is institutionally and internationally recognized for the impact of her innovative, research-led and highly effective teaching and leadership. She leads best practice advanced teaching in electrical engineering through imaginative initiatives, including blended industry lectures, teamwork and flipped mode strategies. Esteem indicators include Senior
) Algorithms can be learned fromhistorical data, predict energy generation, optimize grid operations, and enhance overall systemperformance. Furthermore, time-series analysis can be carried out to understand dynamic behavioralpatterns that is crucial for managing optimizing efficiency and resource utilization. Finally, optimizationalgorithms help us make informed decisions, allocate resources efficiently, and minimize waste and lossesin energy [3]. 1Renewable energy and sustainability are critical topics in engineering. We live in an age of environmentalawareness, and alternative energy education is present in most of our daily conversations in engineering,technology, and science education. Renewable
Paper ID #48862WIP: Assessing Student Cognitive Engagement in an Interactive AdvancedVirtual Radiation Detection and Measurement LabDr. Lily Ranjbar, Oregon State University Dr. Lily Ranjbar is a faculty member and the Director of Online Programs in the School of Nuclear Science and Engineering at Oregon State University. She leads the nation’s largest online graduate program in Radiation Health Physics, with a strong focus on expanding access to high-quality nuclear science and engineering education. Dr. Ranjbar brings extensive expertise in nuclear detection technologies, radiation protection, and STEM education
design and development, and condition monitoring of power system equipment.Huiye Yu, University of New South Wales Huiye Yu received her Bachelor of Electrical Engineering from North China Electric Power University, China, in 2021. She is studying a Master of Electrical Engineering at UNSW Sydney. She is currently working as a student Electrical Engineer at Aurecon.Mr. Kuthsav Thattai, University of New South Wales Kuthsav Thattai graduated with a Master of Engineering Science in Electrical Engineering from the Uni- versity of New South Wales, Australia in 2018 and a Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Instru- mentation Engineering from VIT University, India, in 2013. He has close to three years of experience in
Energy Efficiency, and assesses operations focusing on environmental and P2 performance to provide recommendations for improvements and related cost savings. He has also been Co-PI of a Source Reduction Grant from EPA and PI for six projects funded by the Bureau of Reclamation (BOR). He has trained many undergrad and graduate students on energy and environmental assessments.Dr. Patricia A. Sullivan, New Mexico State University Patricia A. Sullivan serves as Associate Dean for Outreach and Recruitment in the College of Engineering at New Mexico State University. Throughout her career in higher education, Dr. Sullivan has successfully expanded access to NMSU-based services for communities and businesses across New
fosters critical thinking on energymanagement and ecological impact, prompting students to explore the broader role ofrenewable technologies in society.1.0 IntroductionThe primary goal of this paper is to develop a dual-axis solar tracking platform that offers ahands-on learning experience for engineering students. We intend to bridge the gap betweenclassroom knowledge and practical application. By designing, programming, andtroubleshooting a real-world system, students gain a deeper understanding of solar energytechnology, sustainability, and problem-solving methods.Several projects exist that incorporate solar tracking at various levels of complexity. Single-axis trackers, for example, are relatively straightforward to build and maintain
Paper ID #42107Board 99: Utilizing the Solar District Cup Competition as a Case Study for aRenewable Energy Capstone to Enhance Students’ Learning ExperienceDr. Jin Ho Jo, Illinois State University Dr. Jin Ho Jo is a Professor of Technology at Illinois State University, teaching in the Sustainable and Renewable Energy program. Dr. Jo also leads the Sustainable Energy Consortium at the university. Dr. Jo is an honors graduate of Purdue University, where he earned a B.S. in Building Construction Management. He earned his M.S. in Urban Planning from Columbia University, where he investigated critical environmental
development of the product followed PBL principles. There are many suchexamples of PBL senior project experiences in literature [14], [15] and project learning isexpected by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) for at least twodecades [16]. The key features of PBL [7] are: • A focus on a specific problem or challenge: PBL tasks are designed to simulate real- world problems or challenges that require students to apply critical thinking, problem- solving, and creativity. • Collaborative learning: Students typically work in groups, with each member contributing their unique skills and perspectives. • Student autonomy: Students have significant autonomy in designing and implementing the project
Paper ID #44129Integrating Community-Engaged Research and Energy Justice in Design Pedagogy:Reflections on a First-Year Undergraduate Design CourseProf. Aditi Verma, University of Michigan Aditi Verma (she/her) is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Sciences at the University of Michigan. Aditi is broadly interested in how fission and fusion technologies specifically and energy systems broadly—and their institutional infrastructures—can be designed in more creative, participatory, and equitable ways. To this end, her research group at the University of Michigan works towards
emergingtechnologies and with a Jigsaw ACL determine what technology has the potential torevolutionize energy on their island in the future.introductionIn the 2014/2015 school year, as a newly hired professor at the University of Denver in theMechanical and Materials Engineering Department, I was given the opportunity to create newtechnical electives for our undergraduate students. At the University of Denver when I arrivedthere were no courses in Energy Systems for our students beyond the core Thermodynamicscourses, so I created a new elective known as “Mechanical Energy Systems Engineering”. Acourse on energy systems is important for students because it provides students with amultidisciplinary perspective, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving
their children in STEM activities and nuclear science programs. These activities haveresulted in deeper, sustained student engagement and understanding of mitigating factors that ourstudents face and need to be addressed to enhance a nuclear workforce pipeline at an HBCU.IntroductionIn the USA, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) continue to award a largeshare of bachelor's degrees to African American students in Science, Technology, Engineering,Arts and Mathematics (STEAM). HBCUs are also the baccalaureate origins of one-quarter toone-third of black science and engineering (S&E) doctorate recipients [1]. However, as shownby the National Science Foundation data [2] for college aged population (18-24 years), blackstudents
FAU include developing national models in STEM education across institutions, algorithm developments related to maximum power point tracking for solar systems, water management of proton exchange membrane fuel cells, computer modeling in- vestigations in battery technology; and, applications of soft computing (neural network, fuzzy logic, and genetic algorithms) methodologies to several industrial processes including desalination, oil refineries, jet engines, and robot manipulators. Dr. Zilouchian awards include: the distinguished FAU Presidential Leadership Service Award in 2017 for his contribution to research and community engagement, FAU College of Engineering Dean’s Awards twice, and Excellence in
background is in propulsion systems and combustion. Dr. Husanu has more than a decade of industrial experience in aerospace engineering that encompasses extensive experimental investigations related to energy projects such as development of a novel method of shale natural gas extraction using repurposed aircraft engines powered on natural gas. She also has extended experience in curriculum development in her area of expertise. As chair of the Engineering Technology Curriculum Committee, she is actively engaged in aligning the curricular changes and SLO to the industry driven student competencies. Her main current research interest is in engineering pedagogy, focusing on development of integrated mechanical engineering
University (HBCU); Experiment-Centric Pedagogy (ECP); Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM). 1IntroductionThe overall goal of our project is to identify existing and future gaps in our country’s nuclear energyworkforce and to bring to the pool a trained workforce of minority students graduating from our HBCUs.This is important because the Board on Higher Education and Workforce (BHEW) at the USA NationalAcademies of Sciences Medicine and Engineering (NASEM) continues to provide the academiccommunity, policymakers, and businesses with insights and recommendations on critical highereducation and workforce issues facing our nation [1]. Secondly, BHEW previously identified that
Paper ID #43776Design and Construction of Solar Powered Automated Chicken CoopDr. Reg Recayi Pecen, Sam Houston State University Dr. Reg Pecen is serving as a Quanta Endowed Professor of Engineering Technology at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas. He previously served as a president and professor at North American University; professor and chairs of Electrical Engineering Technology and Graduate Programs in the Department of Technology at the University of Northern Iowa (UNI). Dr. Pecen holds M.S. in EE from CU Boulder, and a Ph.D. in EE from Univ. of Wyoming. He is a senior member of IEEE, member of
Paper ID #41054Spreadsheet-Based Application Integrated with Virtual Reality for TeachingEconomic and Environmental Assessment of Subsurface Gasification for HydrogenProductionDr. Jude Okolie, University of Oklahoma Dr. Jude A. Okolie is an Assistant Professor of Engineering Pathways at the University of Oklahoma.Emma Kadence Smith, University of Oklahoma Emma Smith is a dedicated third-year computer science student at the University of Oklahoma, where she has immersed herself in the dynamic intersection of technology and sustainability. Her passion for sustainability efforts, particularly in the realm of hydrogen energy, has
undergraduate seniors and graduate students. By fostering this type of interaction, the course helped increase interest in the program and ultimately led to improved retention for both undergraduate and graduate students.Overall, the energy conversion course was successful in attracting interest from students,improving their grasp of fundamental concepts, and promoting collaboration and retention in themechanical engineering program.Course curriculumThe energy conversion course was designed to cover a wide range of topics related to theapplication of different technologies, including regeneration and reheating in boilers, jet enginesand gas turbines, Fuels and combustion, wind turbine analysis, the solar energy conversion inphotovoltaic cells
publications, and experience with ABET and SACS assessment.Julio Enrique Aleman, University of Houston-Downtown I’m a student at the University of Houston-Downtown who will be graduating this coming May of 2023. I will be receiving my bachelors degree in Control and Instrumentation of Engineering Technology. I am a current member of the International Society of Automation and hope to use my experience with it and the University to do good work in the future. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Power Generation Using the BayousAbstract In today’s world, scientists and engineers are always looking for different ways to generateelectricity and power, especially
ImprovementRather than saving forms in individual student folders, require the students to use a standardnaming format for their files, for example, Lab 01 Joe Student, and then store all of the lab formsin one folder. This will make exporting the forms into Excel quicker because all of the files canbe selected at one time.As a general issue, the majority of our students are white and male. About 30% of the studentsin the Engineering Technology (ET) Department at NMU are nontraditional (older) students –including military veterans and displaced workers. The ET Department is looking at ways toincrease female and minority representation. We are looking at the success of NMU’sConstruction Management Program’s online program (https://online.nmu.edu/women-in
grids and micro grids. Jayashri has a deep interest in learning and teaching, and consistently implements strate- gies using technology innovations and industry partnerships to improve students’ active learning. She is institutionally and internationally recognized for the impact of her innovative, research-led and highly effective teaching and leadership. She leads best practice advanced teaching in electrical engineering through imaginative initiatives, including blended industry lectures, teamwork and flipped mode strate- gies. Esteem indicators include Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy awarded by Ad- vance HE (UK), UNSW Teaching Excellence Awards and the Australian Awards for University Teaching
Paper ID #37170Adapting Capstone Design for the Solar District Cup CompetitionDr. Joseph Ranalli, Pennsylvania State University Hazleton Dr. Joseph Ranalli is an Associate Professor at Penn State Hazleton, teaching in the Alternative Energy and Power Generation Engineering program. He previously earned a BS from Penn State and a PhD from Virginia Tech, both in Mechanical Engineering. His research interests include solar energy and enhancing the use of technology resources in engineering education. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Adapting Capstone Design for the Solar District