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Integrating Hands-On Technology and Project-Based Learning in Engineering Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Branimir Pejcinovic, Portland State University; Melinda Holtzman, Portland State University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

students. The academic year is based on quarters, lasting 11 weeks. We have ABETaccredited BS degrees in electrical engineering and computer engineering, but the first two yearsare almost identical for both programs.2.1 ECE 101: Exploring Electrical EngineeringLike many other programs, we introduced a freshman course designed to introduce students toelectrical and computer engineering, to engage them in some fun but educational projects, andintroduce them to campus life, all without imposing strict prerequisites. In our course we wantour students to gain the ability to: 1. Solve engineering problems. 2. Perform research on areas of electrical engineering. 3. Write technical reports and summaries. 4. Perform simple lab experiments

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Community Building and Student Engagement

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ismail Uysal, University of South Florida; Mehmet Bugrahan Ayanoglu, University of South Florida; Rania Sherif Elashmawy, University of South Florida; Rifatul Islam, University of South Florida; Paul E. Spector, University of South Florida; Chris S. Ferekides, University of South Florida

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individuals breaks down: 1. Hesitation: Students have a hard time getting started. They procrastinate rather than engage with schoolwork. 2. Preoccupation: Students can have a difficult time returning to a task after interruption. 3. Volatility: Students can have a difficult time staying focused on a task; they get bored and find a more interesting activity rather than schoolwork.There is limited research on the behavioral tactics that individuals, especially students, canemploy to overcome state orientation. We propose that short-term goal setting is an effectivestrategy for managing hesitation and inconsistency. For instance, a student facing difficultiesin beginning to read a chapter could find it easier to start by reading

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Innovative Pedagogical Techniques in Engineering Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alex M. Phan, University of California, San Diego; Jenna Metera, University of California, San Diego; Sonia Fereidooni, University of California, San Diego; Cham Yang, University of California, San Diego; Minju Kim, University of California, San Diego; Carolyn L. Sandoval, University of California, San Diego; Phuong Truong, University of California, San Diego

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Diversity

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

engaged with course content.IntroductionAssessment is a cornerstone of the educational process, deriving from defined learning objectivesthat outline how students should engage with course material. The importance of assessment tolearning is underscored by the recognition that it serves as a guiding force for both educators andstudents. The clear definition of learning objectives, as discussed in the literature [1-2], aidsinstructors in selecting appropriate course content, planning lectures, designing assignments, andwriting tests. The relevance of assessment to engineering education is further highlighted by therole of accreditation, particularly through the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology(ABET). ABET, as detailed in the

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Assessment-Driven Practices in ECE

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Curt Schurgers, University of California, San Diego; Saharnaz Baghdadchi, University of California, San Diego; Alex Phan, University of California, San Diego; Huihui Qi, University of California, San Diego; Maziar Ghazinejad, University of California, San Diego; Minju Kim, University of California, San Diego; Marko V. Lubarda, University of California, San Diego

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

the regular curriculum [1]. These programscome in two flavors: voluntary or required. Remedial programs that are required can enhanceparticipation but add stigma. For this reason, participation is often elective. However, when theseprograms are voluntary, they rely on students’ motivation, their beliefs about the usefulness andimpact on themselves as learners, and free time for engagement. In addition, early interventionprograms are often generic, i.e., not specific to a major. While having the potential to support abroad range of students this way, these generic programs are often avoided because studentsassume they will be irrelevant to their discipline [2]. As a result, they may not exhibit the desiredtransfer learning outcomes [3]. When

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Integrating Hands-On Technology and Project-Based Learning in Engineering Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Connor Daniel Olsen, University of Utah; Amy Verkler, University of Utah; Daniel S. Drew, University of Utah; Jacob A. George, University of Utah

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

require students to understand C (typically learned during junior year) or requirepart of the course to teach coding syntax. In order to introduce robotics and cyber-physicalsystems earlier in the curriculum, we have developed an interface to allow students to remotelycontrol a wireless microcontroller (e.g., Arduino MKR 1010) using MATLAB. This interfacecomprises two halves: 1) a MATLAB class that abstracts UDP commands transmitted over Wi-Fi, and 2) a custom C++ library for receiving, parsing, and responding to commands over UDP,as well as streaming data back to the client. The interface leverages students’ existing knowledgeof MATLAB and bypasses the need for C programming, allowing students to get early exposureto hardware-software

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Advancing Online and Hybrid Learning in Engineering Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mary Yvonne Lanzerotti, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Scott Dunning, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; R. Michael Buehrer, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Ahmad Safaai-Jazi, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Nektaria Tryfona, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Jianqiang Zhang; Luke Lester, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Kenneth Reid, University of Indianapolis; Muhammad Dawood, New Mexico State University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

) Removingobstacles to student learning. Results are promising. In Fall 2023, attendance was high; targets forthe two department metrics were achieved; and students who completed the course passed thecourse with a grade of C or higher.IntroductionThis paper describes additional strategies to develop a sophomore level online/hybrid signals andsystems course in an electrical and computer engineering department in Virginia PolytechnicInstitute & State University (Virginia Tech), a large mid-Atlantic university. In our prior paper,we described strategies to develop an online/hybrid signals and signals course [1]. The coursetextbook is “Signals and Systems” by Oppenheim and Willsky [2]. These efforts focused ondeveloping the course aspects devoted to online

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Frameworks and Comparative Analyses in ECE Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Iman Shayegani, University of Cincinnati; Ibrahim Nihad Awartani, University of Cincinnati; David Allen Evenhouse, University of Cincinnati; So Yoon Yoon, University of Cincinnati; Gregory Warren Bucks, University of Cincinnati

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

, especially electricalengineers, cannot be understated [1].Under these circumstances, there have been a wide variety of reported interventions through theAmerican Society of Engineering Education (ASEE) annual conference proceedings.Accordingly, becoming familiar with new interventions in teaching circuits will result inempowering instructors’ knowledge on instructional strategies and improving student learning ofcircuits concepts. Also, the need to determine the impacts that these interventions could have onstudents’ performance in the classroom has great importance as well. There have been so manystudies on how to teach electrical concepts but since the concepts taught in electrical engineeringare rather complex, more studies on methods of teaching

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Curricular Innovations for Future-Ready Engineering Talents

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Peter Jamieson, Miami University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

Paper ID #41044Ten Years of Badge-Based/Mastery Learning for Computer Architecture—LessonsLearnedDr. Peter Jamieson, Miami University Dr. Jamieson is an Associate Professor in the Electrical and Computer Engineering department at Miami University. His research focuses on Education, Games, and FPGAs. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Ten Years of Badge-Based/Mastery Learning for Computer Architecture - Lessons LearnedAbstractTen years ago, we chose to implement a badge-based version of a computer architecture course.We presented a research paper [1] on this

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Modern Teaching Strategies in Engineering

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sangshin Park, University of Utah; Reza Kamali-Sarvestani, California State University, San Marcos; Jairo Giraldo, University of Utah; Hamed Nademi, California State University, San Marcos; Masood Parvania, University of Utah

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

Arduino, alongside software tools to simulate and test CPS interactions.Emphasizing the significance of security, part of these modules can be dedicated tounderstanding vulnerabilities, threat modeling, and mitigation techniques specific to CPS.Finally, integrating case studies, hands-on testing environments, and guest lectures from industryexperts can provide students with insights into real-world challenges and solutions, ensuring aholistic and applied learning experience. Collaboration with needs knowers in applicationsecurity systems can also facilitate cross-disciplinary learning, further enriching the educationalexperience.1. IntroductionThe Internet of Things (IoT) represents a paradigm shift in the way that we interact and

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Advancing Online and Hybrid Learning in Engineering Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gleb Tcheslavski, Lamar University; Julia Yoo; Selahattin Sayil, Lamar University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

learningconcepts, but also for improving their communication skills. Students were able to collaborate onlab problems through various communication tools, such as course Learning ManagementSystem (LMS) and mobile apps forming online learning communities. We believe that that the implementation of open-ended collaborative laboratory strategiescan assist students in cultivating a deeper comprehension, fostering self-confidence, and refiningtheir critical thinking abilities, all while strengthening their sense of inclusion within the field ofengineering.1. Introduction Online mechanisms offer specific benefits for engineering education. Flexibility andconvenience, personalized learning, variety of learning techniques are often named among

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Curricular Innovations for Future-Ready Engineering Talents

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Huanyi Chen, University of Waterloo; Paul Ward, University of Waterloo

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

identify students’ misconceptions accurately, enabling them to providehigh-quality formative feedback to rectify students’ misconceptions. Following the guidance out-lined, we developed assessments for a database course. By comparing student performance withand without the high-quality formative feedback, we observed an overall improvement in RA of21%, with a 73% improvement in query creation and an 11% improvement in ER, with a 32%improvement in composing new relationship sets and/or specializations.1 IntroductionTest-based assessment is often incorporated into automated systems to provide formative feedbackon students’ work [1, 2, 3, 4]. The standard procedure of such assessments follows the build-and-test philosophy. When the system receives

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Innovative Pedagogical Techniques in Engineering Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Fred W. DePiero, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Lynne A. Slivovsky, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Dominic J. Dal Bello, Allan Hancock College

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

chose to participate, including both independent and peer learners.An additional motivation for this study was to inform software development efforts associatedwith a major revision to CATE. In this regard, the study should have been completed sooner!Next steps and future directions for the CATE system are discussed.This paper has 3 major parts: 1) The approach used for peer learning, 2) Why systems such asCATE are needed, and 3) Statistical analysis of the benefits of CATE on student learning.What functionality makes CATE unique?At the heart of CATE is an expert system that generates random circuit problems with detailedsolutions. Uniqueness is due to a combination of four capabilities: 1. Randomized circuit generation with millions

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Advancing Online and Hybrid Learning in Engineering Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mary Yvonne Lanzerotti, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Scott Dunning P.E., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; R. Michael Buehrer, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Ahmad Safaai-Jazi, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Nektaria Tryfona, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Jianqiang Zhang; Luke Lester, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Kenneth Reid, University of Indianapolis; Muhammad Dawood, New Mexico State University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

emails. In this section, several hundred emails have been sent to date by theinstructor. We aim to develop the course through these interactions with the students’ Advisors,and we present results of a comparison of the results in “Intervention groups” (Spring 2022, Fall2022, Spring 2023, and Fall 2023) with the results in “Control groups” (Spring 2021 and Fall 2021sections that did not receive the emails). Preliminary results in Spring 2024 semester show thatclass attendance remains high; 100% of the students took Exam 1; approximately 10-20 studentsattend weekly Friday recitation sessions, and approximately 5-20 students attend weeklyMATLAB recitation sessions. A major finding of this study is that the interactions have helpedimprove student

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Community Building and Student Engagement

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ilya Mikhelson, Northwestern University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

surveys were administered throughout the quarter. Each time,students were asked to evaluate their comfort with their electronics skills and knowledge, as wellas how much understanding of electrical engineering they are gaining from the course.Additionally, the results of university-administered surveys that rank various aspects of the coursewere also included in the assessment. Overall, the findings support the fulfillment of the statedgoals of creating makers out of students and showing the breadth of electrical engineering.1 IntroductionWe find ourselves in a very interesting point in history, where electronics and electricalengineering are ubiquitous to a fault. Every modern device, with exceedingly few exceptions,contains at least one, if

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Advancing Online and Hybrid Learning in Engineering Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mona ElHelbawy, University of Colorado Boulder; eric bogatin, University of Colorado Boulder

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

the kit contents is shown in Figure 1. We selected the DMM AstroAI DM130B which we purchased in bulk on Amazon for $19. All students were required topurchase this kit for $120. To defray these costs, we used an open-source textbook at no cost tothe students. Figure 1. Example of the take-home kit, taken from the video.In addition, all ECEE undergraduate students are given a Digilent Analog Discovery 3 scope tokeep and use in other courses. Non-ECEE students enrolled in ECEN 2250 were allowed to rentan AD3 scope for the semester for $25.A series of 10 labs with two experiments each were created that demonstrated the principlesintroduced in the lecture. A 15-to-30-minute video was created for each lab part that showed

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Community Building and Student Engagement

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tridib Kumar Saha, Purdue University ; Jason Morphew, Purdue University

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Diversity

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

Society for Engineering Education, 2024Investigating the Impact of Team Composition, Self-Efficacy, and Test Anxiety on Student Performance and Perception of Collaborative Learning: A Hierarchical Linear Modeling ApproachIntroductionA notable transition in higher education towards the adoption of active and collaborative learningapproaches has been in progress for many decades [1][2]. The shift has been motivated byincreasing evidence that these teaching methods can improve student engagement, motivation,and achievement in specific courses [3][4]. These approaches are very different from traditionallecture-based teaching methods, which mainly promote passive learning, where students areexpected to passively absorb

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Innovative Strategies for Enhancing Engineering Education Across Diverse Learning Environments

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Aya Mouallem, Stanford University; Trisha Kulkarni, Stanford University; Sheri D. Sheppard, Stanford University

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Diversity

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

preliminary list of good practices for inclusiveinstitutional and pedagogical support for BLV learners pursuing introductory ECE education. Wealso believe that the CARE methodology can be used to amplify the voices of other ECEstudents with different disabilities to inform systemic change for inclusive ECE education.1 Introduction1.1 Disability in engineering education and professional fieldsThe 2023 National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics (NCSES) report Diversity andSTEM: Women, Minorities, and Persons with Disabilities defines a person with a disability assomeone who experiences difficulties completing one of the following activities: “seeing wordsor letters in ordinary newsprint (with glasses or contact lenses, if usually worn

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Modern Teaching Strategies in Engineering

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dirk Joel-Luchini Colbry, Michigan State University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

effectively communicate their functionality to peers. These assignmentsculminate in the collaborative curation of a git repository that serves as a valuable resource forcurrent and future students [1]. Importantly, these new tutorials are shared under a CreativeCommons license and provided as Open Educational Resources (OER), allowing free access bylearners worldwide [2].This paper describes the structure of the tutorial development assignment and the steps involved,sharing insights and case studies on how to implement this approach successfully in differentclassroom settings. The methodology for assessing the assignment's effectiveness is discussed.Additionally, this paper addresses the transferability of this approach to a broad range ofprogramming

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Innovative Pedagogical Techniques in Engineering Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chibuzor Joseph Okocha, University of Florida; Gloria J. Kim, University of Florida; Jin W. Choi, Michigan Technological University; Yong Kyu Yoon

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Diversity

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

J. Kim, University of Florida Dr. Gloria Kim is an Assistant Professor of Engineering Education at the University of Florida (UF). She is also an affiliate faculty in UF’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. She received her B.S. in chemistry from Seoul National University, M.S. in biomedical engineering from Johns Hopkins University, and Ph.D. in biomedical engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology. As an instructional associate professor, she was awarded several grants from the National Science Foundation (IUSE Level 1, IRES Track 1, I-Corps, and I-Corps for Learning) as principal investigator. She transitioned to tenure track in Fall 2022 to pursue her research interests in convergence in

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Technical Proficiency and Cybersecurity Awareness in ECE Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jiahui Song, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Douglas Eric Dow, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Xiaobin Le, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

are presented throughout the course. The expected background for studentsincludes knowledge of feedback and control systems.The course has learning objectives and a flow of topics [1]. 1. Demonstrate familiarity with the historical progression of control systems. 2. Analyze and use concepts of manufacturing hierarchical control and industrial control systems. 3. Apply discrete logic control to industrial control scenarios. 4. Analyze production models and flow lines in manufacturing. 5. Develop and use models of physical systems for analysis and design of control systems.The topics of the course are listed. • Introduction to process control • Types of control: feedback, tracking, PID, digital

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Integrating Hands-On Technology and Project-Based Learning in Engineering Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wei Wu, Berea College; Scott Heggen, Berea College; Emmaley Clare Powell; Oussema Khlifi; Trayvion Jalan Newton

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

supports students in building self-efficacy in their abilitiesas electricity and electronics students. 1IntroductionActive learning is a teaching pedagogy which has gained traction in higher education as aneffective method for engaging learners in the process of attaining new knowledge [1]. It movesthe student from a passive role in hearing and absorbing information, to an active participant inconstructing new knowledge, typically through hands-on exercises. Active learning is an umbrellaterm used to describe many different types of practices, including role playing activities, pairprogramming, project-based learning, and many others [2].Many introductory electricity and electronics courses are ripe

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Innovative Pedagogical Techniques in Engineering Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Junhyung Park, United States Air Force Academy; John Ciezki, United States Air Force Academy

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

adjustable, but it requires greater confidencein coding and experience with embedded systems generally. In contrast, Arduino Uno is a hobbyist-style microcontroller thatcan support switching frequencies up to 100 kHz with abilities to perform PWM, ADC, and interrupts, making Arduino Unoa suitable platform to teach embedded systems, digital control, and power electronics [1]. This research explores further limitsof configuring and using an Arduino Uno for doing power electronics research. The ultimate goal is to assemble a DC powerelectronics microgrid and study energy management issues. Central to this endeavor is developing a capable controller thatstudents can deploy rapidly with some success.II dc-dc buck chopper A DC-DC buck chopper is a

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Integrating Hands-On Technology and Project-Based Learning in Engineering Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shuxiang Yu, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Tyler Milburn, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

continue to implement hands-on skills for designing and testing real-world prototypes in engineering undergraduate programs to meet the needs of the 21st centuryengineering job market. While historically engineering curriculum has swung between focusingon hands-on skills and theoretical knowledge, today’s engineers need to have a mastery of bothsets of skills to create and improve realistic and effective engineering designs [1]. This needrequires students to not only have a deep understanding of the theoretical knowledge in theirfields, but also significant exposure to hands-on learning experiences in their undergraduateeducation where they can create their own designs using this technical knowledge. Additionally,engineers are constantly

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Curricular Innovations for Future-Ready Engineering Talents

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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YiXiang Shawn Sun, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Qin Zhu, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Jennifer M. Case, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

Preparing Future Semiconductor Talent in the Global Context: A Comparative Study of the Semiconductor Engineering Curriculum in the U.S. and Taiwan1. IntroductionDue to the exponential surge in global chip demand and strategic initiatives such as the CHIPSand Science Act to bring semiconductor manufacturing back to the United States, the industry isfacing a severe talent shortage. Consulting companies such as Deloitte have also estimated thatby 2030, more than one million additional skilled workers will be needed to meet the globaldemand in this field [1]. Similarly, the joint report released by The Semiconductor IndustryAssociation (SIA) and Oxford Economics, has projected that after the enactment of CHIPS

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ruoshi Zhang, University of Louisville; Nathan George, University of Louisville; Dan O Popa, University of Louisville

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joined the Center for Automation Technologies at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, as a Research Scientist, where he focused on precision robotics and micromanufacturing. In 2004, he became an Assistant and then an Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering at the University of Texas at Arlington. Since 2016, he has been the Vogt Endowed Chair in Advanced Manufacturing and a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at University of Louisville. Dr. Popa’s research in focused on two areas: 1) social and physical human–robot interaction through adaptive interfaces, robot tactile skins, and facial expressions; and 2) the design, characterization, modeling, and control of microscale and precision robotic systems

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ying Lin, Western Washington University; Todd D. Morton, Western Washington University; Steven Christopher Schoeneck, Western Washington University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

objectives” [1]. Moreover, teamwork andleadership skills are must-have qualifications for engineering graduates entering the workspacein industries, a fact well recognized by the higher education community [2][3]. It is paramountfor engineering programs to include teamwork-related content and training in the curriculum[4][5][6] and implement a process to assess the attainment of SO #5.In our ECE program, teamwork has been introduced to students in the curriculum as early as inthe first-year freshman-level ECE introductory lab course. Moreover, measures and assessmentdata from this introductory class, along with data from several higher-level ECE courses, havebeen used to gauge the attainment of SO #5. The assessment results from this introductory

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kenneth A Connor, Inclusive Engineering Consortium & Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Mohamed F. Chouikha, Prairie View A&M University; John C. Kelly Jr., North Carolina A&T State University; Pamela Leigh-Mack, Virginia State University; Barry J. Sullivan, Electrical & Computer Engineering Department Heads Assn; Stephen M Goodnick, Arizona State University; Miguel Velez-Reyes, University of Texas at El Paso; Michelle Klein, Electrical and Computer Engineering Dept. Heads Assoc. ; Truong Nguyen, University of California, San Diego; Petru Andrei, Florida A&M University; Florida State University; Shayla Sawyer; Esther T. Ososanya, University of the District of Columbia; David Zubia, University of Texas at El Paso; Milford Muskett

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Diversity

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

)IntroductionFor the past several years, a community of ECE programs from Minority Serving Institutions(MSIs) has seen the need for a set of guidelines to improve the chances of success when theycollaborate with strong Predominantly White Institutions (PWIs), especially those with VeryHigh Research Activity (Carnegie R1). Based on a wide variety of experiences, including anexceptionally productive workshop series on Anti-Racism Practices in Engineering, a rubric wasdeveloped that offers a simple approach to applying such a set of guidelines. The rubric is foundin the appendix, and its development and some additional discussion can be found in earlierpapers [1]. This idea is likely to remain a Work in Progress for quite some time, especiallybecause it

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cyrus Habibi, University of Wisconsin, Platteville; Adama Sawadogo, University of Wisconsin, Platteville

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

Disaster. ➢ The Bhopal Disaster. ➢ The Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill. ➢ The Flint Water Crisis. ➢ The Toyota Acceleration Controversy. ➢ The Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Disaster. ➢ The West Virginia Chemical Spill. ➢ The Grenfell Tower Fire.Although unethical actions in these cases are simply recognizable, they highlight the importanceof ethical considerations in engineering, and the need for engineers to prioritize safety,transparency, and accountability in their work.Advanced ethics moduleThe advanced ethics module has been integrated into our capstone design course. The objectiveand outcomes of this module include: 1. Help students analyze key ethical concepts and principles. 2. Help students deal with

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kenneth A Connor, Inclusive Engineering Consortium & Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Mohamed F. Chouikha, Prairie View A&M University; Miguel Velez-Reyes, University of Texas at El Paso; Barry J. Sullivan, Electrical & Computer Engineering Department Heads Assn; Bruk T Berhane, Florida International University; Michelle Klein, Electrical and Computer Engineering Dept. Heads Assoc.; Kathy Ann Gullie; Milford Muskett

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

stipends), mentoring and other personalized transitionsupport, professional guidance, and community engagement.The 2TO4 network of community colleges (CCs) consists of 20 sub-networks built around the 204-year HBCUs, HSIs and TCUs that form most of the core membership of IEC. Generally, asmall number (1-3) of CCs located near a core member educate a few students who transfer tothe local 4-year MSI ECE program. Some IEC core members have well-developed relationshipswith their local CCs and see much larger numbers of transfer students. The vision of 2TO4 is todouble the total number of students following this pathway to their BS degree in ECE by sharingpromising practices and providing robust transition support infrastructure and increased

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gon Namkoong, Old Dominion University; TIAN LUO, Old Dominion University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

high priority for ourfuture engineers, today’s engineering students should be well trained to come up with ideasculturally and tackle problems in creative ways. In this regard, the critical challenge lies in howto effectively infuse CPS into the engineering curriculum without compromising the existingstandards and how to overcome barriers that impede the integration of CPS in engineeringeducation.Typically, CPS model involves five stages, namely 1) facts-finding, 2) problem-finding, 3) idea-finding, 4) solution-finding and 5) acceptance-finding13,14. At the stage of “Facts/ProblemFinding”, students will identify problem or challenge and start to collect information and developa clear understand of it. The “Idea Finding” phase is to generate