expand on the scope of this study by investigating the generalizability of the resultsto other regions and cultures and exploring potential ways to improve the program to support thedevelopment of future leaders in sustainable engineering.IntroductionEngineering education has transformed in recent years, emphasizing experiential learning todevelop students' competencies. One example of this trend is Engineers Without Borders (EWB),which provides students hands-on field experience through sustainable engineering projects. [1].EWB's experiential learning program is based on the principle of direct experience and reflection,which effectively develops the skills necessary for engineering practice, including problem-solving, teamwork, and leadership
course on EDP will be purposefullyintegrated with an in-depth discussion of 3DP. The approach is to dissect a 3D printer’s hardware,explain each component’s function, introduce each component’s manufacturing methods, describepossible defects, and elucidate what works and what does not. This has at least four benefits: 1)PSTs will know what is possibly wrong when a printer or printing process fails, 2) PSTs will learnmore manufacturing processes besides 3DP that can be used to support engineering designprototyping, 3) PSTs will know how to design something that can meet the manufacturingconstraints, i.e., can be actually fabricated, and 4) reduce errors and frustrations caused by faileddesign and failed prints which happen frequently to novices
inclusive engineering education.IntroductionThe construction of the U.S. interstate highway system—spanning nearly 41,000 miles—was amajor engineering achievement of the 1960s. However, this period of infrastructure expansionexacerbated racial inequities across many American communities. Numerous highways wererouted directly through vulnerable urban areas, predominantly Black neighborhoods, furtherentrenching segregation and displacing residents [1]. Civil engineers of the time oftenoverlooked the social ramifications of these large-scale projects - sometimes unintentionally, butat other times deliberately. Historically, engineering education has primarily emphasizedtechnical skills, fostering a disconnect between engineering practices and the
ABET’s Criterion 4 CI [11] states, "The program must regularly useappropriate, documented processes for assessing and evaluating the extent to which the studentoutcomes are being attained. The results of these evaluations must be systematically utilized asinput for the program’s continuous improvement actions". To accomplish the CI requirements,the department followed four strategies that encapsulate the faculty efforts toward CI.The four strategies were: (1) Department faculty, led by the main author of this paper, developeda 3-year schedule of assessment and evaluation, two Student Outcomes (SO) each year in arotating cycle. (2) Documented evidence of implemented action items (2019-22) demonstratingthat the results of student outcome
for skilled workers across a range of energy sectors because ofretirements, infrastructure growth, and changing energy technologies [1]. Science, technology,engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education and a diversified workforce are the essentialbuilding blocks to accomplishing the U.S. Department of Energy's mission. Further, theConsumer Energy Alliance has indicated, STEM education is a must for the next generation ofenergy workers as a STEM bachelor's degree nearly doubles the likelihood of working in theenergy industry. Currently, the energy industry is facing three key workforce challenges: (i)technical and soft skills gap, (ii) lack of awareness of job opportunities, and (iii)underrepresentation of minorities and women. The adoption
preventative maintenanceprocedures and gaining experience with troubleshooting were most important. The studyidentified challenges associated with internships and outcomes and experiences that wereimportant to include in a virtual alternative. The results of this study can be applied broadly toensure that internships, regardless of modality, are worthwhile experiences for both students andsupervisors.KeywordsInternship; Biomedical Engineering Technology; Clinical Engineering; Experiential Learning;Virtual InternshipIntroductionIdentified in the late 2000s as a high impact practice (HIP), internships in fields such asbiomedical engineering technology/clinical engineering have been shown to provide numerousbenefits in terms of student success [1]–[7
innovative pedagogies that can help enhancethe employability of students. In response to this need, an exploratory study was conducted at asatellite campus of a large, Midwestern research-focused university. The intervention includedthe implementation of an entrepreneurially minded and communication-focused project,developed by the instructor of an upper-level undergraduate manufacturing course. Post-completion of the project, a metacognitive reflection assignment was administered to theparticipants and subsequently, data was collected. Participant responses were qualitativelyanalyzed using thematic analysis which led to the discovery of three themes: (1) identifyingvalue in nature-inspired design, (2) confidence in communication and self-expression
. Many of these students may not have opportunities forpractical engineering training without this course. In a survey conducted at the end of the course, studentsreported improvement in all of the following three areas: (1) knowledge and skills in and out of theirmajors, (2) self-efficacy in solving complex problems in diverse team settings, and (3) soft skills such asleadership, collaboration, and public speaking. Many students indicated the course offered very valuablereal-world experience during their engineering education. Students also commented that this courseexperience is challenging but inspiring and motivating for them to pursue engineering careers. Theirresponses to open-ended questions revealed a high level of engagement and
research assistants are partaking in all portions of the work which includes theintegration of the structural system from Revit to the Unity platform into a 3D model; definitionof materials, textures, and light sources; and development of the user navigation system. Studentassessment is conducted to evaluate the efficacy of the project approach to see how they wereable to successfully apply the concepts of human technology interaction in the engineeringapplication of virtual reality technology. Based on this assessment, future work will endeavor to:1) perform user studies with civil engineering professionals and students to evaluate the usabilityof the underlying environment as well as its effects on cognitive load on users’ memory, and 2)develop
these alternate spaces can increasestudent involvement and interest in the instructional content.It was demonstrated that pedagogies of self-generated stories and informal peer assessmentsprovide a unique opportunity for students to creatively make connections to academic content[1]. When aligned with instructional goals, student-created stories capture their attention andemotional interests while providing instructors a concrete and memorable insight into theirstudents’ learning [2, 3]. Stories also facilitate student learning through engagement, higher orderthinking, and elaboration [4, 5]. Besides using the stories to promote technological literacy [6],stories help students make meaning of their own experiences, building self-awareness
mechanical property test data, then calculated, analyzed andcompared their experimental and analytical property results, and discussed their findingsin their lab reports.Project DetailsFour pure (99.9% purity) aluminum tensile test specimens were sand cast using a matchplate in the lab and were subjected to hardness and tensile tests before and after coldrolling. The specimens’ patterns were 3D-printed ABS parts and mounted on the side ofan aluminum plate. The dimensions of the pattern follow the subsize specimen fromASTM E8M4, as shown in figure 1: Figure 1: Dimensions of the tensile test specimensEach group of students produced four tensile specimens by sand casting. Figures 2 and 3show the sand cast molds and match plates. The
. MentoringA skilled mentor can significantly impact what students learn about science and technology [1].To develop a mentor, the process might encompass a long-term maturation, growth, anddevelopment of an individual at the trainee level into an innovative and productive mentor whocan accept expanding leadership roles in his or her chosen field [2]. In the literature, mentoring isdefined as collaborative professional learning characterized by an egalitarian approach of sharingknowledge, working together, and nurturing the whole person to improve practice [3-5].Although mentors and mentees share a learning experience over time, mentoring is traditionallya one-way learning activity. Mentors act as a teacher to counsel, listen, and encourage mentees
hands-on engineering technologysummer camps can attract underrepresented high school students to STEM majors and allow themto engage in authentic engineering design experiences and learn about the various careers availablein the field. The key components of successful hands-on engineering technology summer campsinclude hands-on activities, trivia games, and a focus on boosting self-confidence and teamworkskills.Keywords: Hands-on, STEM, summer camp, underrepresented minorities, engineeringtechnologyIntroductionThe fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) are essential foraddressing society's complex problems and driving innovation [1, 2]. However, minority students,including those who identify as Black, Hispanic
electron microscopy. With the establishment of the National Institute for MaterialsAdvancement, this analytical capability has expanded to include thermogravimetric analysis withmass spectrometry, a more powerful scanning electron microscope, and greater X-ray diffractioncapability. KPRC also gives PET students employment opportunities in a working labenvironment while performing bio-based materials research as undergraduates.Plastic Engineering Technology CurriculumPET program graduates will have the following skills upon program completion: (1) an ability toapply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, andtechnology to solve broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline; (2
and teaching methods.The paper presents the degree curriculum, integrated technology used, skill set taught to students,examples of project-based courses, external student training, and the future outlook and challengesfor the program. This paper will provide clear pathways for establishing similar programs atengineering schools worldwide.IntroductionSTEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education will play a vital role inshaping the future of technology development [1]. In an increasingly complex and technologicallydriven world, implementing STEM skills in K-12 education is crucial for fostering innovation,critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills. In addition to early preparation of studentsfor a wide
focuses on remediating wastewater with ornamental plant species. He also assists in research related to how students learn project management skills across a range of academic disciplines. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Evaluating project management skill development in engineering and agricultural curriculaAbstract Project management is the use of specific knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques todeliver something of value to people [1]. STEM programs desire to prepare their students toprovide something of value to society. Developing project management skills not only aids inthis but also translates to applications in their personal life, such as
Technology programs. He is also member of AIChE and ASEE. Currently, he serves as director for ASEE’s Engineering Technology Council (ETC).Dr. Lisa Deane Morano, University of Houston Lisa Morano is a Professor of Biology and Microbiology at the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD). She is also the Director of the Center for Urban Agriculture and Sustainability (CUAS) at UHD. Her research has focused on the bacteria found inside plan ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024A Student Experiential Learning Program – An Interdisciplinary Approach to Sustainability Vassilios Tzouanas1 and Lisa Morano2 1
committee. Early exposure to appliedengineering majors through interventions like Introduction to Engineering aims to motivatestudents and provide insights into professional engineering roles. 1. INTRODUCTION America is at a critical juncture in terms of advancing science, technology, engineering, andmathematics (STEM) education across the increasingly diverse student population inpostsecondary classrooms. And, while there's a plethora of reasons for the present condition ofpostsecondary STEM education, the current case and advocacy for improvement have yet to factorinto its systemic analysis of the incredible pace of development of those disruptive technologiesthat will, in and of themselves, change the focus, direction, and impact of STEM
team of three facultymembers from that campus proposed and conducted different hands-on activities in collaborationwith a local high school offering a STEM program. The STEM initiatives created by the teamspecifically targeted the cultivation of interest among underrepresented groups at the xxxxxxstatewide campus. A retrospective analysis of XXXXXX University's statewide locations from2008 to 2019 revealed a consistent dominant male student population ranging from 78% to 85%(804 to 1078), while females constituted of 15% to 22% (142 to 315) [1]. During the same period,the average percentage of white students across all statewide locations was 87.5%, leaving theremaining percentages dispersed among other categories [1]. These findings emphasize
of instruments and theories that canassist faculty in interpreting survey results and applying them to their own situation.Effective Teaching and Learning. One of the most essential aspects of effective teaching isunderstanding the beliefs and knowledge that students bring to the classroom [1]. Every studenthas unique experiences, biases, and preconceptions that shape how they learn. By taking the timeto understand these factors, educators can tailor their teaching methods to better align withstudents' existing knowledge and misconceptions, creating a more effective and engaginglearning experience for everyone involved. This requires a deep understanding of each student'sstrengths and weaknesses and the ability to identify and address gaps
of expertsbeyond a program’s faculty. The consensus building method included two operations by theexpert crowd: (1) validating the existing list of curriculum topics and their subtopics; and (2)suggesting additional topics and subtopics to be added to the current curriculum. We will showresults yielded by a finalized experiment utilizing consensus building method against a graduatetechnology management course’s curriculum development.We will then detail how this research effort incorporated a professional diversity factor into theconsensus building method when performing expert crowdsourcing. Professional diversity isimportant because when building consensus among the experts, we also want to ensure thereare enough representatives from
Challenges in the Southern United StatesCyst Nematodes are a major parasitic pest present on a variety of different crops throughout theworld [1]. These pests feed on plant roots, weakening the host plant. As the female nematodesmature, their bodies swell to become round or lemon-shaped with the rear protruding outside theroot. After the female nematodes die, their bodies harden forming a cyst, change color, andbecome visible on a macroscopic level [2]. The current methods of surveying fields for cystnematode infestation require uprooting agricultural crops to examine the root system and/or signsof crop contagion which can result in the termination of uninfected plants [3].The objective of this multidisciplinary senior design project is to assist in
– Curriculum, the following statement appears: Baccalaureate degree curricula will include the application of integral and differential calculus, or other mathematics about the level of algebra and trigonometry, appropriate to the student outcomes and the discipline [1].If a department offers baccalaureate degrees in the area of electrical and electronic engineeringtechnology, the criteria for that area states that The ability to utilize differential and integral calculus, as a minimum, to characterize the performance of electrical/electronic systemsis a requirement for the curriculum [2]. Differential and integral calculus is also required forprograms in mechanical engineering technology [3].In the author’s
, Transfer Students, Identity Development,Institutional Challenges, Curriculum Alignment.1. BackgroundEngineering Technology (ET) programs in community colleges represent a distinct facet ofengineering education, catering to different student populations and workforce developmentneeds compared to conventional four-year degree paths. ET programs prioritize practical,application-oriented learning, equipping students with hands-on problem-solving skills directlyrelevant to the industry. For instance, students in ET programs may engage in projects simulatingreal-world engineering challenges, fostering their ability to tackle practical issues. In contrast,traditional four-year engineering programs delve deeper into the theoretical foundations
laboratory, the first of its kind in the Northeast andSUNY system. The laboratory space and its equipment, including mechanical drives trainers anda nacelle trainer, play a pivotal role in keeping Farmingdale State College, the local community,and other SUNY campuses, like SUNY at Buffalo, up to date of the wind energy field and itsrequirements. This includes staying current with educational and occupational perspectives withinthe industry.Introduction Micro-credentials are certified documents that provide recognized proofs of theachievement of learning outcomes from shorter, less duration, educational or training activities[1]. The interest in micro-credentials has gained momentum once the COVID-19 pandemic began,as a governmental response
theoretical frameworksof engineering identity development [1] and social capital [2] to explore their experiences. In thesecond phase, we will delve into qualitative methodologies in order to gain a deeperunderstanding of the experiences of selected students. The goal of the project is to inform thedesign of a robust program to enhance support for ET students as they progress in theirprograms, utilize their forms of capital, and develop an engineering identity. The data collectedwill also allow an understanding of their development as it relates to demographic informationsuch as first-generation status, race, gender, age and more. Within this paper, we outline ourproject at its current state, in order to draw feedback and support from the ET
thisperiod of AI-assisted learning, traditional in-class assessments are conducted, wherein studentsare required to apply the concepts they have learned without the aid of the internet, AI tools, orany form of assisted technology. This approach not only encourages active engagement with thematerial during the learning phase but also ensures that students possess a genuine, unaidedunderstanding of the subject matter. An example problem in signal processing course for filterdesign is shown in Fig.1. The students can ask any design based problem questions and learnfrom the generated solutions on how to design a filter, as part of a homework assignment. Then,the students would be assessed in class on filter design, in the form of a quiz or a test
thatstudents typically respond well to. This approach allows for a deeper understanding of thestructural analysis, including loading and interpretation of results. For instance, Palmquist3presents a case where students engage in the physical inspection and study of a truss bridge,demonstrating how working with a real structure facilitates learning of structural engineeringconcepts.Clear Creek Pedestrian BridgeFigure 1 shows the Clear Creek pedestrian bridge located in Pearland, TX. This bridge has a U-shaped cross section with a clear width of 8’-0”, a height of 5’-1”, and a total length spanning130’-0”. The bridge superstructure consists of two pony steel trusses 7’-4” heigh, a 6” thickconcrete slab on a metal deck supported by floor beams that are
➢ DisplacementThe test capabilities of the machine are listed as follows: ➢ Regulate RPMs. ➢ Tune applied load via PWM Controller. ➢ Distinguish the load amount. ➢ Run tests by counter. ➢ Ability to run tests by number of cycles.Design Methodology:The prototype of a tribometer was designed within ASTM Standards (ASTM D2714-94, ASTM E122-17). The machine could utilize both lubricant and non-lubricant substances fortesting block-on-ring configuration.Figure 1. A Block-on-ring testing arrangementThe prototype is operated using a steel test ring rotating against a steel block (Figure 1).(immersed/not in lubricant) Velocity of test ring is 7.9 m/min = spindle speed of 250rpm. Specimens were subjected to 68 kg normal load applied to 6.8 kg of
learning withthe advantages of AI.For the effective integration of AI in CEE education, educators must prioritize a two-prongedapproach: leveraging the benefits of AI-driven tools while instilling in students a critical mindsettoward the information they receive. Such a balanced approach promises a more dynamic,responsive, and critically engaged learning environment in Electrical Engineering.IntroductionIn recent years, Artificial Intelligence (AI) integration in Electrical Engineering (EE) educationhas gained significant attention [1]. This integration has two main benefits. Firstly, it enablesstudents to acquire the essential skills and knowledge needed to utilize AI technologies in theircareers [2]. Secondly, it addresses the growing need for