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Experiential Learning in ET Programs II

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Paper ID #41173Engineering Technology Students and Faculty—Bridging PerspectivesDr. Anne M. Lucietto, Purdue University Dr. Lucietto has focused her research in engineering technology education and the understanding of engineering technology students. She teaches in an active learning style, engaging and developing practical skills in the students. Currently, she is exploring underrepresented student participation in engineering technology programs.Dyane Roesel, Purdue University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Engineering Technology Students and Faculty - Bridging

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Engineering Engagement Activities

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Wei Vian, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Maher Shehadi, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Kevin D. Taylor, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Paper ID #42258Empowering Diversity in STEM: A Collaborative Approach between EngineeringTechnology and High SchoolsDr. Wei Vian, Purdue University, West Lafayette Wei Vian is an assistant professor of practice in the program of Mechanical Engineering Technology at Purdue University. She got her Ph.D. from Purdue Polytechnic, Purdue University, West Lafayette. She got her bachelor’s and master’s degrees both from Eastern Michigan University.Dr. Maher Shehadi, Purdue University, West Lafayette Dr. Shehadi is an Associate Professor of MET in the School of Engineering Technology at Purdue University. His academic experience

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Student Success in ET

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gretchen Dietz, University of North Carolina at Charlotte; Jordan C Bullington-Miller

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Paper ID #42237WIP: Exploring First Generation Engineering Technology Students Acquisitionof the Engineering IdentityDr. Gretchen Dietz, University of North Carolina at Charlotte Gretchen A. Dietz is an Assistant Professor of Teaching in the Department of Engineering Technology and Construction Management at UNC Charlotte. Her research interests include diversity, equity, and inclusion in engineering and qualitative methodologies.Jordan C Bullington-Miller ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 WIP: Exploring First Generation Engineering Technology Students Acquisition of the

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 6

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Paper ID #39097Robotics-empowered convergence engineering educationDr. He Shen, Northwestern Polytechnical University He Shen is currently a Professor with School of Marine Science and Technology at Northwestern Poly- technical University. Before this, he was an Associate Professor with Department of Mechanical En- gineering at California State University, Los Angeles. His research interests include robotics and au- tonomous systems, intelligent control, instrumentation, and engineering education.Aren PetrossianJoseph Anthony VizcarraEva Schiorring, StemEval Eva Schiorring has almost two decades of experience in research

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 6

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ravi C. Manimaran, Department Chair, Engineering Technology, Austin Peay State University; Ali Haider, Austin Peay State University

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Paper ID #37206Strategies for Continuous Improvement in ETAC of ABET Programs: ANovelApproachProf. Ravi C. Manimaran, Department Chair, Engineering Technology, Austin Peay State University Ravi C. Manimaran is Professor and Chair of the Department of Engineering Technology, Austin Peay State University. His education includes two Master of Science degrees in Electrical and Computer Engi- neering and Electronics and Control Engineering. He has been dynamically involved in higher education leadership as a Dean, Department Chair, Project Director, and a faculty member since 1997. He has served as the PI / Co-PI of multiple

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Engineering Technology Division Curriculum Development

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Paper ID #44544A Novel Curriculum for an Engineering Degree in STEM Education andTeacher PreparationDr. Mohamed Gharib, Texas A&M University Dr. Mohamed Gharib is an associate professor and program coordinator for the Mechatronics Engineering Technology and STEM Education programs at the School of Engineering at Texas A&M University. His research interests are in the fields of Robotics, Dynamics and Control, Vibrations, and STEM Education. He is an expert in designing, prototyping, modeling, and simulation of robotic systems. He is also a STEM education specialist and program developer, including planning

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Engineering Technology Division Curriculum Development

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Brian Khoa Ngac, George Mason University; Mihai Boicu, George Mason University

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business process improvement (solving business challenges with technology solutions). His research focus are in cyber executive management, expert crowdsourcing, and decision analytics. Brian is also the Deputy Vice President for Digital Engineering Programs at Parsons Corporation.Dr. Mihai Boicu, George Mason University Mihai Boicu, Ph.D., is Assistant Professor of Information Technology at George Mason University, Associate Director of the Learning Agents Center (http://lac.gmu.edu), Co-Director of IT Entrepreneurship Laboratory (http://lite.gmu.edu) and Co-Director of ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Considering Professional Diversity as a Factor in a

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 11

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joie Marhefka, The Pennsylvania State University; Dalynn D. Park; Laura E. Cruz, The Pennylvania State University

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Paper ID #39590Hands-Off: Perceptions of Biomedical Engineering Technology Internshipsunder a Global PandemicDr. Joie Marhefka, The Pennsylvania State University Joie Marhefka is an Associate Teaching Professor and the Biomedical Engineering Technology program coordinator at Penn State New Kensington. Prior to coming to Penn State, she worked at several biotech start-ups and completed a post doctoral fellowship aMiss Dalynn D. Park Hi, I am Dalynn Park, a sophomore at Penn State University, New Kensington Campus. I am studying Biomedical Engineering Technology and Biobehavioral Health in hopes to continue further for a

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 6

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jenna Wong, San Francisco State University; Shah Rukh Humayoun, San Francisco State University; Khanh Nguyen; Yongjian Pan

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Paper ID #39012Reinforcing Human-Technology Interaction Theory through a VirtualReality Engineering Training ApplicationDr. Jenna Wong, San Francisco State University Dr. Wong is an Assistant Professor in the School of Engineering at San Francisco State University (SFSU). Her research interests focus on traditional and sustainable structural resilience and engineering education. Her doctorate research at UC Berkeley investigated the applicability of seismic isolation and supplemen- tal viscous damping to nuclear power plants with focus on seismic resilience and safety. After receiving her PhD, Dr. Wong began a post

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Student Success in ET

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ibarre Araojo, Wayne State University; Mohsen Ayoobi, Wayne State University; David Merolla, Wayne State University

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Technology and another in Education, alongside a professional teaching license from the Philippines, Araojo brings a distinct perspective to the challenges and opportunities present at the confluence of technology, education, and sociology. Currently, on the cusp of completing a Master’s degree in Sociology, Araojo is deeply committed to contributing to research that supports underrepresented students across various disciplines, not limited to engineering and technology but extending to other areas as well. Araojo’s academic endeavors are fueled by a steadfast dedication to enhancing educational experiences and outcomes for diverse student populations. At the forthcoming ASEE conference, Araojo eagerly anticipates the

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Experiential Learning in ET Programs I

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Khosro Shirvani, State University of New York, Farmingdale; Marjaneh Issapour, State University of New York, Farmingdale; Zachary Ross Licht, State University of New York, Farmingdale

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Paper ID #43606Utilizing Micro-Credentials to Infuse Renewable Energy Concepts into EngineeringTechnology CurriculumDr. Khosro Shirvani, State University of New York, Farmingdale Khosro Shirvani, Ph.D. is an assistant professor in the Mechanical Engineering Technology at Farmingdale State College (FSC). His research areas include Tribology, Additive Manufacturing of Metals, Renewable Energy, and Engineering Education. Since 2011, He has worked on projects sponsored by The Boeing Company, the National Institute of Standards & Technology, and National Science Foundation. Over the past 8 years, he has developed and taught

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dalya Ismael, Old Dominion University; Orlando M. Ayala, Old Dominion University

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Paper ID #37641Beyond the Classroom: Experiential Learning with Engineers WithoutBorders in GuatemalaDr. Dalya Ismael, Old Dominion UniversityDr. Orlando M. Ayala, Old Dominion University Dr. Ayala received his BS in Mechanical Engineering with honors (Cum Laude) from Universidad de Oriente (Venezuela) in 1995, MS in 2001, and Ph.D. in 2005, both from the University of Delaware (USA). Dr. Ayala is currently serving as Associate Professor in the Engineering Technology Department at Old Dominion University. Prior to joining ODU in 2013, Dr. Ayala spent 3 years as a Postdoc at the University of Delaware where he expanded

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Experiential Learning in ET Programs II

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Paul Davidson, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Travis Johnson, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Molly H. Goldstein, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Brandon Hollenback, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

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Agricultural and Biological Engineering. Travis received his A.S. in Automotive Technology from Parkland College in 2012, B.S. in Technical Systems Management in 2019, and M.S. in Engineering Technology and Management for Agricultural Systems in 2022. During his M.S. studies, he focused his research on project management education in Engineering and Engineering Technology programs. Travis joined the ABE department full-time in January 2022 and has taught ETMA 439 (Capstone Experience), ETMA 499 (3D Modeling and Printing), and ETMA 100 (Technical Systems in Agriculture).Dr. Molly H. Goldstein, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign Dr. Molly H. Goldstein is a Teaching Assistant Professor and Product Design Lab Director

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Student Success in ET

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ali Zilouchian, Florida Atlantic University

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critical needs identified by the National ScienceFoundation (NSF) report on Building Capacity at Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs) is outlined.The proposed program, developed at Keiser University(KU) Flagship Campus, focuses onredesigning the curriculum to incorporate recent advances in emerging technology, attracting andretaining high-potential, low-income, and Hispanic students in engineering, and enhancingevidence-based student-centered initiatives to support degree completion and career success.Building upon successful STEM research projects, the session discusses the proposed revision ofthe Applied Engineering program at KU, introducing new tracks and certification programs. Theproposal is under review by the academic affairs review

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Weihang Zhu, University of Houston; Mariam Manuel, University of Houston; Paige Evans, University of Houston; Peter Weber

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Paper ID #37011Dissecting 3D Printing for Engineering Design Process Education of HighSchool Preservice TeachersProf. Weihang Zhu, University of Houston Dr. Weihang Zhu received his BS and MS in Mechanical and Energy Engineering from Zhejiang Univer- sity and Ph.D. in Industrial and Systems Engineering from North Carolina State University. Currently he serves as Professor, Program Coordinator, and Graduate Program Coordinator for Mechanical Engineer- ing Technology program in the Department of Engineering Technology, with a joint appointment in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Houston, Houston, Texas

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 9

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kuldeep S. Rawat, Elizabeth City State University; Mehran Elahi, Elizabeth City State University; Bijandra Kumar

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Paper ID #36884Education and Training Program to Improve Preparedness and IncreasedAccess to Energy Workforce for Engineering Technology GraduatesDr. Kuldeep S. Rawat, Elizabeth City State University KULDEEP S. RAWAT is currently the Thorpe Endowed Professor and Dean for the School of Science, Aviation, Health, and Technology at Elizabeth City State University (ECSU). He has earned an M.S. in Computer Science, 2001, an M.S. in Computer Engineering, 2003; and, a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering, 2005, from the Center for Advanced Computer Studies (CACS) at University of Louisiana-Lafayette. He also serves as the Chief Research

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 8

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Thomas Lucas, Purdue University; Bhavana Kotla, Purdue Polytechnic Institute, Purdue University; Lisa Bosman, Purdue University

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design. His current teaching load primar- ily consists of courses related to advanced embedded digital systems.Ms. Bhavana Kotla, Purdue Polytechnic Institute, Purdue University Ph.D. Candidate at the Department of Technology Leadership and Innovation, Purdue Polytechnic, Purdue University, Indiana, USA. Current area of research: Program Assessment in Entrepreneurially Minded Curriculum/Programs.Dr. Lisa Bosman, Purdue University Dr. Bosman holds a PhD in Industrial Engineering. Her engineering education research interests include entrepreneurially minded learning, energy education, interdisciplinary education, and faculty professional development. ©American Society for Engineering

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 5

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carmen Cioc, The University of Toledo; Sorin Cioc

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Paper ID #36819Providing a new space for student learning: A pilot implementation ofself-generated student stories and informal peer assessments inmechanical engineering technology educationDr. Carmen Cioc, The University of Toledo Dr. Carmen Cioc is Associate Professor in the Engineering Technology Department, College of Engineer- ing, at the University of Toledo. She received her Master in Aerospace Engineering from The University Politehnica of Bucharest, her Master in Physics - PDr. Sorin Cioc Dr. Sorin Cioc is a clinical associate professor and undergraduate program director in the Department of Mechanical, Industrial

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Wei Vian, Purdue University at West Lafayette

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previous exams and the outcomes of previousstudents are presented and linked to ABET Engineering Technology AccreditationCommittee student outcomes.Keywords: Cold working, cold rolling, casting, materials and processes, group project,laboratoryIntroductionThe cold working process plastically deforms metal at temperatures below itsrecrystallization temperature1. Through strain hardening, the metal’s strength andhardness are increased by rearranging the material’s microstructure with no heattreatment1,2,3. Cold rolling, one of the most common cold working processes, is used tomanufacture sheet metal, strip, and foil products1,2. It results in a smoother surface finish,improves dimensional accuracy, and increases mechanical properties at

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 5

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shaoping Qiu, Texas A&M University; Francis Quek, Texas A&M University; Malini Natarajarathinam, Texas A&M University; Ting Liu

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©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Recruiting and Mentoring the Mentors: Practices from the STEM+C MentorCorps Project Shaoping Qiu, Ph.D. The Institute of Technology-Infused Learning (TITIL), Texas A&M University Malini Natarajarathinam, Ph.D.Department of Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution, Texas A&M University Ting Liu, Texas A&M University Francis Quek, Ph.D. The Institute of Technology-Infused Learning (TITIL), Texas A&M University IntroductionComputing has become

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 3

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mohamed Khalafalla, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; Tejal Udhan Mulay, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; Doreen Kobelo Regalado, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; Behnam Shadravan, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; David Akinsanya, Florida A&M University - Florida State University

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Paper ID #37303The Role of Hands-On Engineering Technology Summer Camps in Attract-ingUnderrepresented High School Students to STEM MajorsDr. Mohamed Khalafalla, Florida A&M University - Florida State University Dr. Mohamed Khalafalla Ahmed is an Assistant Professor in the School of Architecture and Engineering Technology at Florida A&M University. His research focuses on risk analysis, alternative project delivery, and cost estimating for construction and infrastructure projects. Dr. Khalafalla has performed risk analy- sis and cost estimating related work for the National Cooperative Highway Research Program. Also

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 3

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Greg Murray, Pittsburg State University; Jeanne H. Norton; Dan Spielbusch

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thegrowing rate of plastic waste found in the environment.This paper will focus on how faculty from the Plastics Engineering Technology program will bedeveloping modules throughout the curriculum to focus on sustainability at each stage of theproduct’s life cycle. Materials, part and mold design, testing and processing courses will includecontent that brings awareness to the importance of creating a sustainable mindset. This initiativeis part of the Training for Improving Plastics Circularity grant received from the NationalInstitute of Standards and Technology (NIST) through the Department of Commerce.The plastic product lifecycle can no longer be sustained as a linear process. The days of blindlydesigning a product without putting serious thought

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Vassilios Tzouanas, University of Houston; Lisa Deane Morano, University of Houston

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Paper ID #42779Board 106: A Student Experiential Learning Program: An InterdisciplinaryApproach to SustainabilityDr. Vassilios Tzouanas, University of Houston Vassilios Tzouanas is a Professor and Chairman of the Computer Science and Engineering Technology department at the University of Houston -Downtown, in Houston, Texas. He received all his degrees in chemical engineering and obtained his Ph.D. from Lehigh University. Dr. Tzouanas’ research interests include process modeling, simulation and design, process control, and renewable energy systems. Dr. Tzouanas is an ABET Program Evaluator (PEV) for Engineering and Engineering

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Student Success in ET

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Paper ID #41443Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Electrical Engineering Education: AParadigm Shift in Teaching and LearningDr. Kenan Baltaci, University of Wisconsin, Stout Kenan Baltaci earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering in 2006 from Istanbul Technical University, Turkey, and a Master of Science in Energy Management in 2008 from the University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA. He also holds a Doctor of Technology in Industrial Technology obtained in 2012 from the University of Northern Iowa. His research interests include renewable energy, power electronics, IoT, and embedded systems.Ms

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Experiential Learning in ET Programs II

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Aleksandr Sergeyev, Michigan Technological University; Vinh Nguyen, Michigan Technological University; Paniz Khanmohammadi Hazaveh, Michigan Technological University; Linda Wanless, Michigan Technological University; Mark Bradley Kinney, West Shore Community College; Scott A. Kuhl, Michigan Technological University; David Michael Labyak, Michigan Technological University

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Paper ID #40983Experiential Learning for the Mechatronics Workforce in Upper Peninsula ofMichiganProf. Aleksandr Sergeyev, Michigan Technological University ALEKSANDR SERGEYEV is a Professor of the Mechatronics, Electrical, and Robotics Engineering Technology program in the Department of Applied Computing at Michigan Tech. He is a Director of the FANUC Authorized Certified Robotic Training Center and a Director of the Master of Science in Mechatronics degree program at Michigan Tech. Dr. Sergeyev is a member of SPIE, ATMAE, IEEE, and ASEE professional organizations and has mentored numerous undergraduate senior design

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ET Capstone Design Projects

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Reg Recayi Pecen, Sam Houston State University; Emily Westerman; Junkun Ma, Sam Houston State University; Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University; Autumn Smith-Herron, Sam Houston State University

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Paper ID #43444Design, Development, and Testing of a Wi-Fi Enabled Minirhizotron for AgFarmsDr. 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

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Assessment and Continuous Improvement

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John W Blake P.E., Austin Peay State University

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Paper ID #43759Demonstrating a Continuous Improvement Process in Action with an Initiativeto Adopt Computer Algebra System Calculators in an Engineering TechnologyDegree ProgramDr. John W Blake P.E., Austin Peay State University John Blake is a Professor of Engineering Technology at Austin Peay State University, Clarksville, TN. He received his B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Northwestern University, and is a registered Professional Engineer in the State of Tennessee. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Demonstrating a Continuous Improvement Process in Action

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

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Paper ID #44232Reshaping Engineering Technology Education: Fostering Critical Thinkingthrough Open-Ended Problems in the Era of Generative AIDr. Meenakshi Narayan, Miami University Dr. Meenakshi Narayan is currently an assistant professor and the department coordinator for robotics engineering technology at Miami University, a position she has held since the fall of 2021. She earned her Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Texas at Dallas in December 2020. Dr. Narayan’s doctoral research was centered on the development of robust predictive control models designed to enhance patient safety during robotic

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ET Capstone Design Projects

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jorge Antonio Tito P.E., University of Houston, Downtown

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Paper ID #44002Structural Analysis and Laboratory Model of a U-Shape Pedestrian BridgeDr. Jorge Antonio Tito P.E., University of Houston, Downtown Jorge A. Tito is Associate Professor of Engineering Technology at University of Houston Downtown. Dr. Tito-Izquierdo received his Ph.D. and M.Sc. Degrees from the University of Puerto Rico, Mayag¨uez, Puerto Rico, in Civil Engineering with a major in Structures. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Structural Analysis and Laboratory Model of a U-Shaped Pedestrian BridgeAbstractThis paper presents student

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Hands-On Learning in ET I

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Immanuel Edinbarough, The University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley; Jose Jaime Taha-Tijerina, The University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley

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Paper ID #41424Prototyping Low-Cost Tribometer with Block on Ring Configuration for theOptimization of Metal-Forming ApplicationsDr. Immanuel Edinbarough, The University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley Dr. Immanuel A. Edinbarough is a Professor and Lead in the Engineering technology program in the Department of Informatics and Engineering Systems at the College of Engineering and Computer Science, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.Dr. Jose Jaime Taha-Tijerina, The University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024“Prototyping a Low-cost Block-On-Ring Tribometer for