Conference Session

Panel: AI and Engineering Technology Education: What, Why, How?

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jody Lee Alberd, Austin Peay State University; Mahesh Kumar Pallikonda, Austin Peay State University; Ravi C. Manimaran, Austin Peay State University

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

enablingthe development of interactive lab experiences, simulations, and practical exercises to integrateand create a greater understanding of AI capabilities. These innovations create authentic learningenvironments, equipping students with hands-on experience and honing their problem-solvingskills. This study also scrutinizes the ethical implications and challenges tied to theincorporation of Generative AI in education. It emphasizes the need for unbiased AI algorithmsand responsible usage while calling for comprehensive training and support for instructors inharnessing this innovative technology. In conclusion, this study intends to demonstrate that harnessing Generative AI inengineering technology education has the potential to

Conference Session

Experiential Learning in ET Programs II

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anne M. Lucietto, Purdue University ; Dyane Roesel, Purdue University

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

impact onretention rates goes beyond the academic realm, extending to students' overall well-being. Bycreating an environment that values and addresses their beliefs, educators contribute significantlyto students' holistic success and fulfillment in their educational journey [25-27].Ethical Considerations: Certain beliefs, especially those entrenched in ethics, morality, andreligion, can be deeply ingrained and highly sensitive for students [28, 29]. Faculty memberswith a nuanced understanding of these beliefs are better equipped to navigate discussions andteachings related to these delicate topics. Recognizing these matters' sensitivity enableseducators to approach them with the utmost care, ensuring a respectful and inclusive

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 4

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yewande S. Abraham, Rochester Institute of Technology (CET); Amanda Bao, Rochester Institute of Technology (CET)

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

purpose of plans and how to assemblethem. Structural Steel Design is a required course for fourth-year students in the CivilEngineering Technology program. It involves the design of structural members and frames andtheir connections in steel structures. Topics include principles of structural design and the codeof ethics in engineering practices, structural loads and systems, steel grade and shapes, steelframing and deck design, tension members, compression members, non-composite beams, beam-columns, column base plates, bolted connections and welded connections.The EOP framework provides guiding principles for engineering educators to incorporatesustainability concepts into their courses. The aim of this study is to integrate the EOPframework

Conference Session

Hands-On Learning in ET I

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carmen Cioc, The University of Toledo; Sorin Cioc, The University of Toledo

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

todemonstrate substantial individual contributions to their team’s project and to apply in their workdesign thinking strategies, focusing on effectiveness, material selection, ergonomics, safety, cost,environmental impact, ethics, and production efficiency.The course objectives are in harmony with the five ABET criteria for Engineering Technology,specifically Criterion 3 Student Outcomes for baccalaureate degree programs, and Criterion 5Curriculum Discipline Specific Content C, D, E, and Other Content, including encompassingareas such as professional and ethical responsibilities, diversity and inclusion awareness, quality,and continuous improvement [8]. Throughout the semester, the curriculum addresses varioustopics, including but not limited to: Value

Conference Session

Panel: AI and Engineering Technology Education: What, Why, How?

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Meenakshi Narayan, Miami University; Lokesh Kumar Saharan, Gannon University

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

feedback, programming help, and virtual simulationsfor students to gain practical experience. However, few educators have expressed concernregarding misinformation generated from AI training data and ethical issues like misuse bystudents (plagiarism) 4 . If implemented appropriately, G-AI hints at future advancements andbenefits to the academic community despite the limitations 5 . As G-AI becomes increasinglyprevalent in educational environments, it is important to recognize the benefit of integrating G-AIin a manner that enhances student learning capabilities, while also addressing plagiarism.Strategic designs of course curriculum that focuses on collaborations with AI for self-learning,assigning open-ended research-based problems could improve

Conference Session

Student Success in ET

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kenan Baltaci, University of Wisconsin, Stout; Monika Herrmann, University of Wisconsin, Stout; Ahmet Turkmen

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

more common in educational institutions,carefully considering the ethical issues they can cause is imperative. Educators must ensure thatAI-driven assessments are fair and unbiased, aligning with their institution’s educational valuesand ethical standards. Evaluating data quality, algorithmic transparency, and bias reduction arecritical factors in improving ethical AI integration in EE education.The successful integration of AI in EE education requires comprehensive training of educators. Itis essential for educators to not only have AI literacy but also the skills and ability to utilize AItools effectively. Educators must be able to identify and select appropriate AI tools for varyingeducational objectives. They also need to guide students in

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division Curriculum Development

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ashish Agrawal, Rochester Institute of Technology

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

assessing theengineering and engineering technology programs look very similar. Both sets of criteria requirethe graduates to solve engineering problems using the knowledge of math, science, andengineering; solve engineering problems through design; conduct experiments to analyze andinterpret data to draw conclusions; consider ethical and professional responsibilities and publichealth and safety while assessing the impact of the proposed engineering solutions by situatingthem in the current local, societal, and global contexts; effectively communicate on technical andnon-technical environments; and contribute to teamwork [4], [5]. The only marked differencelies in the nature of problem solving or design that the graduates from the two degrees

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 8

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robin A.M. Hensel, West Virginia University; Emily Spayde, West Virginia University

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

and processes. • Communicates effectively across disciplines and cultures to influence decisions and lead activities in support of organizational goals and objectives. • Works collaboratively as both a member and leader of cross-functional and inclusive teams comprised of members with varying experience levels, organizational backgrounds, positions, and geographic locations. • Demonstrates ethical standards in designing and implementing innovative systems or processes taking into account social responsibility, global responsibility, and overall benefit to organizational constituents. • On a continual basis, pursues professional development and inquiry via graduate study, continuing education

Conference Session

ET Capstone Design Projects

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Junkun Ma, Sam Houston State University; Reg Recayi Pecen, Sam Houston State University

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

broader understanding and appreciation of intellectual/ 3.9 21 64 cultural activity (music, science, literature, etc.) Developing skills in expressing myself orally or in writing 4.5 7 86 Learning how to find, evaluate, and use resources to explore a topic 4.5 0 86 in depth Developing ethical reasoning and/or ethical decision-making 4.4 0 79 Learning to analyze and critically evaluate ideas, arguments, and 4.3 7 79 points of view

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Poster Session

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kazi Imran, SUNY Poly (DO NOT USE; MERGED INTO SUNY POLY INST (ENG & ENG TECH); Jiayue Shen, SUNY Polytechnic Institute

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

56 58Developing ethical reasoning and/or ethical decision making M 3.7 3.7 24 59 46 47 51 52Learning to analyze and critically evaluate ideas, arguments, and points of view M 4 4 6 71 50 51 53 55Learning to apply knowledge and skills to benefit others or serve the public good M 4.1 4.2 6 76 51 54 54 56Learning appropriate methods for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting numerical information M 4.6 4.7 0 94 62 64 62 63

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 1

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carmen Cioc, The University of Toledo; Sorin Cioc; Noela A. Haughton, The University of Toledo

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

applications, three guest speakers were invited. All three were able to participate duringthe spring 2022 semester, while only one could attend during fall 2022 semester. Their talkswere related to entrepreneurship and innovation, ethics, HVAC systems, and economics ofheating and cooling.Examples of Problem-Based and Project-Based Learning Exercises with EML component(s)Pump Storage Hydropower (Project #1)The students were asked to design and select a pump, part of a hydropower storage system, ableto meet some specific parameters, such as flow rate, elevation differential between the tworeservoirs, and configuration, including suction and discharge pipeline, number of fittings, typeof valves, etc. [6]. They were asked to either work alone or as part

Conference Session

Innovative Pedagogical Strategies II

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ilya Y. Grinberg, SUNY Buffalo State University; Jill Singer; Jikai Du, SUNY Buffalo State University

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

written, oral, SO3: An ability to communicate effectively with and graphical communication in broadly a range of audiences defined technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature1 Apply written, oral, and graphical 1 Apply written, oral, and graphical communication communication in both technical and in both technical and non-technical environments non-technical environments2 Identify and use appropriate technical 2 Identify and use appropriate technical literature literature SO4: An ability to conduct standard tests, SO4: An ability to recognize ethical and

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 2

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hugh Jack P. Eng., Western Carolina University; Adam Harris, Western Carolina University

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

, culminating in a senior capstoneproject for industry partners. This interdisciplinary approach enables students to developprofessional skills in project management, ethics, design, teamwork, and more through hands-onprojects. With diverse team compositions, students focus on various technical aspects, such asComputer-Aided Design (CAD), 3D printing, assembly, testing, electrical, and softwarecomponents.This paper highlights the incorporation of an Internet of Things (IoT) platform into the second-year PBL course. Students were introduced to a low-cost ($6) microcontroller with wirelessinternet access and provided with prototype Python programs. These programs enabled studentsto create their own wireless access points and simple web servers

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 5

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carmen Cioc, The University of Toledo; Sorin Cioc

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

, makingthem to see themselves as entrepreneurially minded individuals [7, 8]. Storytelling, throughwhich students share specific work or school situations that might represent a wide variety ofethical concerns [9] also constitutes ways to enhance and to extend the ethics learning outside atypical classroom setting.The integration of informal peer assessments provides additional opportunities for students toengage with academic content vicariously and to learn from their peers’ stories. The informalassessment process lowers the stakes, focuses on students’ learning as reflected in each story’snarrative, and encourages participation and creativity. Moreover, the processes of generating andsharing stories and the peer assessment process connect to

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 11

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Asif Ahmed, State University of New York, Polytechnic Institute

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

challenging task for civil engineers.Engineers do not have the luxury to choose between sustainable design and ignoring theprinciple of sustainability. This claim is based on the first canon of the American Society of CivilEngineers (ASCE) code of ethics where it is stated that engineers should consider the safety andwelfare of the public as their first priority. The code of ethics hosts 7 fundamental canons that acivil engineer should always follow. The first of the seven cannons describe the concept ofsustainable development.Engineers shall hold paramount the safety, health, and welfare of the public and shall strive tocomply with the principles of sustainable development in the performance of their professionalduties.” [6]The recent infrastructure

Conference Session

Innovative Pedagogical Strategies I

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hugh Jack P. Eng., Western Carolina University; Yanjun Yan, Western Carolina University

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

of 17 do not see the need for or want to use the tools. Given that the tools have been widely available for about a year before the survey, the level of support is quite high.Question 8 - To what extent do faculty consider ChatGPT (or other chatbots) in other courses? ● A majority of students are in courses that use and/or require AI use. ● A majority of students are in courses that discourage the use of AI. ● There is a lack of instruction in ethical usage.Question 9 - Feel free to share some comments on why or why not you want to use ChatGPT (orother chatbots) in the future. ● Students question the value to support learning and feel it may reduce their learning. ● The responses that focus on AI reducing the rigor of

Conference Session

Engineering Engagement Activities

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Josh Labrie, Northern Virginia Community College; Christopher Russell; Samuel Aaron Snyder, Virginia Tech

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

Engineering Education at Virginia Tech. He received his Bachelors of Science in Materials Science and Engineering in 2017 from Virginia Tech. His current research interests are in engineering ethics edu ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024Developing Career Pathways to Data Center Operations Through High SchoolSummer Bridge ProgramsAbstract Data centers are large, centralized clusters of computing hardware. Enterprise andeconomic activities that rely on internet services (e.g., cloud-based computing, online commerce,video and audio streaming) require significant data center infrastructure to ensure continuity ofservices. To provide these services, data centers require significant capital

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 10

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Susan Scachitti, Purdue University Northwest; James B. Higley P.E., University of Dayton

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

% Oral Presentation 25% Progress reports 5% Ethics project 10% Written Report 50%The scope and oral presentation components have been graded during student presentation by thefaculty using a simple rubric that was based on TC2K criterion. ABET required that an ethicsrelated outcome be added to the curriculum in TC2K and assessment of this outcome wasincorporated as a separate assignment in the capstone course, but it should really be integratedinto the curriculum earlier on. This is noted as a future evolution consideration.In the 2019-2020 accreditation cycle, ABET changed to a more robust

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 7

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Maher Shehadi, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

to meet educational goals. It is important to define achievable and reasonable rubrics that thestudents can understand and achieve successfully.The capstone course in the School of Engineering Technology, which is in the Purdue Polytechnic Instituteat Purdue University, is offered over two academic semesters. The needed skills to define, design anddevelop engineering technology solutions are introduced and developed. Planning and designingalternatives that meet cost, performance, and user-interface goals are emphasized while consideringdifferent design approaches. In addition, project planning, scheduling, and management techniques arestudied. Teamwork, global and societal concerns, and professional ethics are integrated into course

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 6

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

He Shen, Northwestern Polytechnical University; Aren Petrossian; Joseph Anthony Vizcarra; Eva Schiorring, StemEval; Mark Tufenkjian, California State University, Los Angeles

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

portion of this course heavilyemphasizes group work, allowing students to apply the theories they learned in the lecture portion of thecourse to a practical application while honing their communication, problem-solving, and teamworkabilities. Two mechanical engineering majors, two electrical engineering majors, and two computer sciencemajors were recruited by each student who volunteered to be a team leader during the first week of thecourse. It was important that these team leaders demonstrated a good work ethic and provided clarity totheir team when it came to meeting certain deadlines within the class. During the lab portion of the course,students were engaged in tasks such as assembling the robot’s mechanical chassis and electronics hull

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division Curriculum Development

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mohamed Gharib, Texas A&M University; Michael A. de Miranda, Texas A&M University

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

EducationalObjectives (PEOs) to produce graduates who will [15]: • Possess and demonstrate technical knowledge of the design, manufacture, sales, and service of complex systems that span multiple engineering technology disciplines. • Demonstrate an increasing level of leadership and responsibility. • Exhibit productivity in a dynamic work environment through a commitment to lifelong learning. • Exhibit a commitment to professional ethics in their professional careers.The STEM Education Degree CurriculumThe STEM Education track at MXET program offers a Bachelor’s Degree in EngineeringTechnology. The track is offered by the Department of Engineering Technology and IndustrialDistribution (ETID) in collaboration with the School of

Conference Session

Student Success in ET

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ali Zilouchian, Florida Atlantic University

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

do, and some of the supportive benefits offered by theUniversity. Mentor training will be guided by a series of evidence-based and student-centeredframework[34]:1. Mentor Selection: The near-peer mentors will complete an application process including apersonal statement expressing commitment to provide the students the necessary academic andmotivational support]. The selection process will include interviews using set criteria (e.g.,maturity level, enthusiasm toward the mentoring role, communication skills). The mentors willfunction as student ambassadors, will assist with recruitment, and participate in professionaldevelopment addressing ethics, professional obligations, and socio-psychological issues (e.g.,motivation, persistence, self

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 11

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Khalid H. Tantawi, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga; Lisa Bosman, Marquette University; Maged Mikhail, Purdue University Northwest; Arif Sirinterlikci, Robert Morris University; Jeff Ma

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

, M. Hellstén and J. Malone, "Moving from interdisciplinary research to transdisciplinary educational ethics: Bridging epistemological differences in researching higher education internationalization(s)," European Educational Research Journal, vol. 18, no. 2, pp. 181- 199, 2018.[5] Association of American Colleges and Universities, "College Learning for the New Global Century: A report from the National Leadership Council for Liberal Education and America's Promise," Association of American Colleges and Universities, Washington, DC, 2007.[6] K. Tantawi, "Integration of End-of-Study Projects in Community College Mechatronics Education," in 2019 High Impact Practices in the States, Bowling Green, Kentucky, 2019.[7] S. Xefteris

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Poster Session

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Irina Nicoleta Ciobanescu Husanu, Drexel University; Yalcin Ertekin, Drexel University

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

to attain within a few years after graduation. Program educationalobjectives are based on the needs of the program’s constituencies.Drexel University ET program produces graduates who:1. Apply discipline-specific theory, experiments, real world experience and advancedengineering technology to interpret, analyze and solve current and emerging technical problems.2. Communicate clearly and persuasively with technical and non-technical people in oral,written, and graphical forms.3. Function individually and on teams, in contributor and supervisory roles, to design andimprove quality systems, components, products and processes in a timely, responsible, andcreative manner.4. Demonstrate behavior consistent with professional ethics and cognizant of

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 11

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Qudsia Tahmina, The Ohio State University at Marion; Kathryn Kelley, The Ohio State University; Sandra L. Furterer, The Ohio State University

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

. This allows the regional campuses to share theirresources including faculty. Regular faculty teaching the same courses collaborate and meetweekly to prepare class schedules, assignments and exams and also map out assignments forassessment. Foundational Coursework (Transferrable from Engineering Programs) Fundamentals of Engineering, Introduction to Engineering Technology, Physics, Chemistry, College Algebra, Calculus, Modeling and Problem-Solving with Spreadsheets and Databases, Introduction to Programming, Technical Writing, Culture/History Foundation, Ethics, Gender Diversity Foundation, Citizenship Introductory Technical Coursework (Transferrable from Technical Schools) Engineering Graphics