Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cornelia Asiedu-Kwakyewaa, Michigan State University; Dong Zhao, Michigan State University

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many honors, including the NSF CAREER Award. He has published over a hundred peer-reviewed journal and conference papers. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Engagement in Virtual Learning Environments with a Pursuit of In-Person CollaborationsAbstractAs virtual learning continues to evolve following the COVID-19 pandemic, understanding howstudents collaborate in these environments has become increasingly critical for educators.Research underscores a significant link between peer interactions and collaborative learningoutcomes, emphasizing the need for effective virtual collaboration strategies in engineeringeducation. This study examines student learning patterns

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division: Career Preparation

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

M. M. Rezwan, University of North Carolina at Charlotte; Yuting Chen, University of North Carolina at Charlotte; Soe Yu Nwe, University of North Carolina at Charlotte; Lingguang Song, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

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Students: A Preliminary ReviewAbstractThis preliminary literature review examines the challenges and coping strategies faced byinternational graduate students in the U.S., based on studies published between 2020 and 2024.Through an analysis of 14 selected papers, including general international graduate studentstudies and engineering-specific studies, and four papers that specifically cover constructionengineering and management students, this review identifies stressors such as academic pressure,cultural adjustment, language barriers, and social isolation. The findings reveal different copingmechanisms at individual, institutional, and social support levels, such as mindfulness training,peer support programs, and family connections. The review

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division: Curriculum Development

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carmen Paz Munoz, Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile; Monica Quezada-Espinoza, Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile

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, suggestingbetter team coordination by the end of the course. Students also showed increased autonomyand a stronger sense of belonging, and they valued peer feedback and small-team work more.However, the rise in stress associated with teamwork highlights the importance of integratingcollaborative skill development earlier in the curriculum.Keywords: Collaboration, Construction Engineering, Capstone Project, Teamwork skills,Sense of belonging, self-efficacyIntroductionThe construction industry faces significant challenges due to the complex andmultidisciplinary nature of its projects. Effective teams in this sector must coordinate varioustasks, from design to execution, often within dynamic and rapidly changing environments.However, recurring issues such as

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division: AI & Automation

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anh D. Chau P.E., Florida Gulf Coast University; Cade M. Cratsley, Florida Gulf Coast University; Long Duy Nguyen P.E., Florida Gulf Coast University

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study addresses this gap by developing and implementing a novel assignmentwhere 78 undergraduate and graduate students developed custom AI chatbots for constructiontasks using no-code platforms.The methodology combined video tutorials, hands-on activities, and peer reviews. Studentscreated AI chatbots to automate quantity takeoff calculations and deployed them on personalwebsites. Graduate students completed an additional independent assignment with minimalguidance. Effectiveness was evaluated through peer reviews, discussion boards, and pre- andpost-assignment surveys.Results showed significant improvements in students’ understanding of AI technology,construction cost estimation, and AI integration. Peer reviews highlighted the chatbots

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division: Innovative Pedagogy annd Student Engagement

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Francisco Coronado; Blanca Esthela Moscoso; MiguelAndres Andres Guerra P.E., Universidad San Francisco de Quito USFQ

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, including educational institutions [37]. The ability tocommunicate clearly and effectively is a skill that can greatly enhance the chances of success inany field. The rise of digital communication tools has also led to changes in how language isused and adapted, highlighting the importance of teaching communication skills that helpindividuals articulate their ideas clearly and tailor their messages to specific audiences. Theseskills not only help in transmitting knowledge but also enable deeper, more beneficialinteractions between teachers, students, and peers. As social networks continue to shape the wayswe communicate, understanding how to use these tools effectively is essential for maximizingthe potential of both personal and educational

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Construction Engineering Division: Best of Construction

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kenneth Stafford Sands II, Auburn University; Xi Wang, Drexel University; tianjiao zhao, East Carolina University

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moreinteractive and student-centered.The role of ethics in AI learning has also been explored by Shih et al. [14], who emphasized theimportance of situated learning in teaching non-engineering students about AI concepts andethics. This is relevant to engineering education, as it underscores the necessity of understandingethical implications when applying AI technologies to real-world engineering problems.Furthermore, Neumann et al. [15] addressed the growing relevance of ChatGPT in engineeringeducation, highlighting its potential applications in scientific writing, code creation, andassessment preparation. They proposed structured approaches for integrating generative AI intohigher education while mitigating challenges such as plagiarism and

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division: Innovative Pedagogy annd Student Engagement

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Erik Backus, Clarkson University; William Olsen, Clarkson University

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Diversity

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commercialcluster area approximately 1.5 miles to the west along US Route 11 (figure 1) [11]. Figure 1. US Route 11 – Identified Area of Needs in the Town of Potsdam Comprehensive Plan [9]With the approval of the Town’s Comprehensive Plan in late 2020 [12], the Health Imitativesponsored C3G to do an initial data collection project in the summer of 2021 in this zone(inclusive of physical surveying and facilities/asset identification). This was followed by asubsequent C3G project to execute a “Complete Street Study” [13] that included “PublicEngagement and Study Options Development” which included public surveys, engaging inlistening sessions, a national level peer review, and a dedicated public workshop