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Joint Session: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division and Chemical Division

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jennifer R Brown, Montana State University, Bozeman; Stephanie G Wettstein, Montana State University, Bozeman

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED), Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

typicalengineering course may not provide opportunities for students to learn and practice the diversityof practical skills they would use as practicing engineers. With the information presented herein,changes to course design and assessment can be made in communication-focused courses, andelsewhere in the curriculum, to target communication skills transferable to the workplace.Introduction and purposeAlthough the technical skills taught within engineering departments are likely similar to thosetaught within all engineering programs, professional skills are where graduates can stand outwhen entering the workforce [1-3]. Proficient communication in particular has been directlylinked to enhanced career progression [4], yet many engineering graduates lack

Conference Session

Joint Session: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division and Civil Engineering Division

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yingxiao Song, Muskingum University

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL), Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

, assessment methods, the students' backgrounds,and their feedback.IntroductionProject-based learning, particularly design-based projects, represents an extraordinarily effectivepedagogical method [1]. Similar to problem-based learning, design-based projects engagelearners actively in solving real-world challenges. This approach is widely acknowledged amongengineering educators as a means of shifting from passive to active learning paradigms withinthe classroom [2] [3] [4]. In this paper, I elucidate the integration of a design project into a bridgeexperiment within a Statics class, exemplifying the practical application and benefits of thiseducational approach.Class ProfileStatics, a fundamental branch of mechanics within engineering education, holds

Conference Session

ELOS Technical Session 3 - Diversity

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lei Miao, Middle Tennessee State University

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Diversity

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

showcase several student projects and someof the design. These projects indicate that students’ critical-thinking ability and creativity can begreatly increased when given the freedom to develop their own signature-thinking projects.1. IntroductionMiddle Tennessee State University (MTSU) offers an ABET Engineering AccreditationCommission (EAC) accredited mechatronics engineering program, in which students learn bothelectrical and mechanical engineering course materials. Digital Circuits Fundamentals is one ofthe required electrical courses in the curriculum, typically taught in the junior year. Theprerequisites of this course are Computer Science I and Electrical Circuit Analysis I. It is theprerequisite of two other courses: Programmable Logic

Conference Session

Joint Session: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division and Chemical Division

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chris Barr, University of Michigan; Sarah A Wilson, University of Kentucky; Janie Brennan, Washington University in St. Louis; Joanne Beckwith Maddock, Carnegie Mellon University; Tracy L. Carter, Northeastern University; Samira Azarin Azarin; Amy J. Karlsson, University of Maryland

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Diversity

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED), Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

Engineering Education, 2024 Prioritizing learning outcomes for chemical engineering laboratory courses: Student perspectivesAbstractUndergraduate laboratories are an integral component of most engineering programs, playing apivotal role in integrating hands-on application of theory as well as building other skills forfuture engineers. Previous work by Feisel and Rosa [1] suggested thirteen learning outcomes thatcan be covered in engineering laboratory courses; however, two potential barriers make usingthese outcomes in chemical engineering laboratory courses challenging: (a) Feisel and Rosa’slearning outcomes are not targeted specifically to chemical engineering or to the needs ofstakeholders within the chemical

Conference Session

ELOS Technical Session 4 - Design, Participation, and Projects

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mohammad Heshmati, Mississippi State University; Bill B. Elmore, Mississippi State University

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

of the Swalm School of Chemical Engineering, holding the Deavenport Chair in Chemical Engineering. Interests include biotechnology for renewable energy and innovation in engineering education ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 1 Project-based Learning in a Mul disciplinary Two-Semester First Year Experience 2 3 ABSTRACT 4 Problem-based learning not only provides a pla orm for students to learn by performing hands-on 5 projects, but also, with proper planning, it helps with development of their collabora on, 6 communica on, safety considera ons, and cri cal thinking skills. On the contrary, it involves its own set 7 of drawbacks, including the considerable me, energy, and

Conference Session

ELOS Technical Session 3 - Diversity

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nebojsa I. Jaksic, Colorado State University, Pueblo

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Diversity

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

lasting. With new advances in battery and motor technologies as well as the arrival of moresophisticated controls, eVTOL unmanned aerial systems (UAS) capable of carrying people shortdistances became commercially feasible. Flying commuters may relieve some of the trafficcongestion problems of large cities without increasing pollution in those cities.The theme of this VIP project is building and using eVTOL UAVs. A 3D printed quadcopter UAVgave way to a commercially available larger frame UAV (over 1 m in diameter), which in turninspired the design and construction of a cargo octocopter (about 2.64 m in diameter) capable oflifting heavy loads (200 kg max). Other UAV projects described here include a spray-paintingUAV, a wildfire fighting UAV, and

Conference Session

ELOS Technical Session 5 - Remote, Virtual, and Digital Realities

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Deborah Moyaki, University of Georgia; Isaac Damilare Dunmoye, University of Georgia; Cheryl T. Gomillion, University of Georgia; Dominik May, University of Wuppertal; Nathaniel Hunsu, University of Georgia

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Specifically, the work of her research group focuses on three general areas: (1) design and evaluation of biomaterials for therapeutic purposes; (2) application of materials for engineering tissue systems; and (3) advanced engineering strategies for developing in vitro models and culture systems. Dr. Gomillion is committed to the integration of her biomedical interests with education research endeavors, with a specific focus on evaluating classroom innovations for improving biomedical engineering student learning and exploring factors that facilitate success for diverse graduate students.Dr. Dominik May, University of WuppertalDr. Nathaniel Hunsu, University of Georgia

Conference Session

Joint Session: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division and Chemical Division

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gautom K Das, University of Maryland, Baltimore County

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

outcomes.Results indicated positive attitudes and their enthusiastic time investment. The at-home projectsenhanced learning, fostered critical thinking, and aligned with evolving engineering educationpriorities. In future iterations, we plan to allocate more time and extend project timelines forgreater learning experience.Keywords: Unit operations laboratory, at-home experiments, critical thinking, bridging corecourse silos.1. INTRODUCTIONIn the 2022 report, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicinerecommended an increased emphasis on experimental learning to facilitate effective connectionsamong core courses, often referred to as 'the silos' [1]. ABET also mandates that students acquirethe skills to design and conduct experiments

Conference Session

ELOS Technical Session 6: Bring Your Own Experiment!

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Md Rashedul Hasan Sarker, University of Indianapolis

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

, and Mechanical Engineering [1-3]. Various efforts have beenmade to enhance the understanding and visualization of fundamental concepts in engineering mechanicsby demonstrating different types of physical tools in classroom setups. [4-7]. However, developing suchtools takes lot of works. Oftentimes, the instructor has to rely on the tools that are readily available on themarket or improvise and it presents challenges in terms of time commitment and costs. The demonstrationunit outlined in this paper addresses these challenges. The author constructed a laboratory scale model ofa textbook exercise problem to demonstrate a system of parallel forces. It is engineered to be low-cost,compact, and portable. Any instructor can easily replicate the

Conference Session

ELOS Technical Session 6: Bring Your Own Experiment!

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joseph Richard Midiri, Rowan University; Kathy Trieu, Rowan University; Wei Xue, Rowan University; Mitja Trkov, Rowan University; Cassandra Sue Ellen Jamison, Rowan University; Smitesh Bakrania, Rowan University

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Diversity

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

, the students who designed this projectalso developed a prototype McKibben Creature that adhered to the project scope. General manufacturingand design methodologies for that robot are provided.IntroductionSoft robotics specialize in the use of flexible compliant materials to produce actuation as opposed tocommonly used rigid links [1]. The use of these soft systems are particularly advantageous in prostheticsand surgical machinery but have the potential to evolve in a wide variety of fields [2]. The McKibbenCreature project strives to introduce and familiarize students to soft robotic concepts, specifically pneumaticactuation. The goal is to expose students to this new growing field of engineering early in their academiccareers to hopefully

Conference Session

ELOS Technical Session 6: Bring Your Own Experiment!

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Iftekhar Ibne Basith, Sam Houston State University; Suleiman M Obeidat, Texas A&M University; Ulan Dakeev, Sam Houston State University; Syed Hasib Akhter Faruqui, Sam Houston State University; Joe Nervis Jr, Sam Houston State University

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

V.R. SimulationIntroductionOver the years, humans have conquered more outer spaces than our oceans, overcoming manychallenges [1]. Underwater robots have been present for decades and used for multiple purposes.A few applications include researching deep sea marine life, disaster prevention, search andrescue underwater [2, 3], etc. An efficient underwater vehicle can perform the tasks that humanscan’t do due to the pressure of the ocean. This BYOE paper chronicles a decisive journey in therealm of robotics - an Underwater Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) equipped with an onboardcamera and an innovative pneumatic claw system. As we delve into these experiences, we sharethe skills honed, the profound discoveries made, and the challenges overcome

Conference Session

ELOS Technical Session 6: Bring Your Own Experiment!

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Matthew Longstreth, Rowan University; Vincent Sambucci, Rowan University; Alex Thomas Siniscalco, Rowan University; Smitesh Bakrania, Rowan University; Mitja Trkov, Rowan University; Cassandra Sue Ellen Jamison, Rowan University; Wei Xue, Rowan University

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

objective was centered around creating compelling projects tailoredfor educational purposes, aimed at enhancing undergraduate learning experiences in mechanicalengineering through soft robotics. As soft robotics is a relatively new field [1], manyundergraduate students are unaware of its existence or unfamiliar with the opportunities in thisfield. As a result, there is an urgent need to increase students’ awareness of this emergingengineering field. There are many valuable engineering skills students can be exposed to throughthe field of soft robotics, including mechanical design, soft material behavior, physics principles,and creative thinking during design. Utilizing soft materials for such a project offers theadvantage of facilitating smooth

Conference Session

ELOS Technical Session 6: Bring Your Own Experiment!

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William Y Heil-heintz; Jacob Wojcicki, Rowan University; Mitja Trkov, Rowan University; Wei Xue, Rowan University; Smitesh Bakrania, Rowan University; Cassandra Sue Ellen Jamison, Rowan University

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

scientific concepts and exciting them about the field. Students introduced to this projectwill be exposed to various topics of soft materials, magnetism, and parametric design that interplayin the design of soft robotic systems. This paper presents a “Wacky-Waving-Non-Inflatable-Arm-Flailing-Tube-Man” that undergraduate students can design, build, analyze, and test. The projectcan be tailored as a classroom activity, a laboratory exercise, or a group project. Students willdesign several tests to determine the best design to achieve a tailored flailing configuration. Thetwo major elements of their designs that students will be able to modify include: 1) a selectionamong a subset of provided silicone elastomers that they will select based on their

Conference Session

ELOS Technical Session 6: Bring Your Own Experiment!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lisa Weeks, University of Maine; Raymond Kennard, University of Maine

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

Thonny code for Raspberry PI and semi-microcuvettes. Students are asked to examine the relationship between agar hydrogels' properties and afood dye's diffusion. The equipment takes an image of a cuvette at set time points. Image J isused to analyze the images taken by the camera. A calibration curve relating the RBG colorsaturation of the food dye to the concentration is created. Once the calibration is completed,timelapse diffusion experiments begin. Students must decide how long to run each experiment,how often to image the cuvette, and the range of agar weight percentages to test. Cuvettes filledwith 1 mL of agar hydrogel will be loaded with 1 mL of a high concentration of food dye on top.Using the calibration data and the timelapse

Conference Session

ELOS Technical Session 3 - Diversity

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Blessing Isoyiza Adeika, Morgan State University; Adedayo Ariyibi, Morgan State University; Pelumi Olaitan Abiodun, Morgan State University; Oludare Adegbola Owolabi P.E., Morgan State University

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

, student engagement, academic achievement, pedagogicalinnovation, Biology Education, Student Motivation, STEM education, higher education.IntroductionIn the ever-evolving field of education, the traditional methods of biology instruction are beingreevaluated due to concerns about declining student engagement and academic achievement [1].The conventional lecture-based approach, prevalent for years, is a worrying trend of disengagedand unmotivated students [2], struggling to find interest in new concepts, jeopardizing theirlearning potential and academic success. This decline in engagement and academic achievementis particularly noteworthy as the phenomenon can be attributed to many factors, ranging frompersonal or family issues to ineffective

Conference Session

ELOS Technical Session 5 - Remote, Virtual, and Digital Realities

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Michael Ulan Genialovich Dakeev, Sam Houston State University; Iftekhar Ibne Basith, Sam Houston State University; Suleiman M Obeidat, Texas A&M University; Reg Recayi Pecen, Sam Houston State University; Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University; Alyona Maliassova, Sam Houston State University; Paige Horton, Sam Houston State University

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

primary teaching area is in the field of Engineer Technology.Alyona Maliassova, Sam Houston State UniversityPaige Horton, Sam Houston State University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Comparative Analysis of Haptic Gloves for Custom-Developed VR Applications IntroductionVirtual Reality (VR) technology has witnessed remarkable advancements in recent years,offering immersive experiences that transcend conventional forms of interaction [1]. One pivotalaspect of enhancing immersion in VR environments is the integration of haptic feedback,allowing users to feel and interact with virtual objects. Haptic gloves represent a crucial interfacebetween users and

Conference Session

Innovative Laboratory Approaches in ECE Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ojonugwa Oluwafemi Ejiga Peter, Morgan State University; Oluwapemiisin Gbemisola Akingbola, Morgan State University; Pelumi Olaitan Abiodun, Morgan State University; Md Mahmudur Rahman, Morgan State University; Neda Bazyar Shourabi, Pennsylvania State University, York ; Lynford Goddard, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Oludare Adegbola Owolabi P.E., Morgan State University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE), Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

, peer tutoring, and troubleshooting activities. To conclude, traditional methods havetheir place, but PCB integration in the Digital Electronics curriculum seems paramount in elevatinglearning efficacy and student engagement, underlining the imperative of hands-on, experientiallearning in today’s engineering education framework.IntroductionSTEM occupations employ about 25% of the labor force in the United States [1]. In 2021, 34.9million (24%) of the 146.4 million people in the workforce between the ages of 18 and 74 workedin STEM fields [1]. With a poor retention rate of 38.3%, African Americans account for only 5%of engineering ” ’bachelor’s degree holders. Unengaging learning environments have a factor toplay in this [2]. The ASEE retention

Conference Session

ELOS Technical Session 3 - Diversity

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Orlando D. Hulse, San Francisco State University; Kunal Avdesh Verma, San Francisco State University; Kevin Diaz Chim, San Francisco State University; Hyeon Soo Jung, San Francisco State University; David Quintero, San Francisco State University

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Diversity

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

type ofmotor(s) they will integrate and operate for their system. There are different types of motors tochoose from and knowing the characteristics of each motor type will aide students in sizing theappropriate motor that meet their desired performance requirements, helping students learn howto cooperate in interdisciplinary situations [4]. Allowing students to practice engineeringdecision-making will allow them to digest and absorb scientific knowledge through observationand experimentation [1-3]. For some universities, lab equipment used to showcase experiments,can be expensive and are unable to leave the laboratory, which can be a huge constraint [1], [3].For instance, the Mechatronics Actuators board developed by Quanser features several

Conference Session

Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS) Technical Session 5: Lab Design

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nick A. Stites, University of Colorado Boulder; Micaela Valentina Bara, University of Colorado Boulder

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Diversity

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

students would benefit from moredeliberate, distributed practice with measurement and data acquisition [1]. Second, themeasurement and data acquisition activities were much more hands-on than the statisticscurriculum, creating very different energy and engagement in the class throughout thesemester. We wanted to modify the course to address these two concerns but decided to takea more holistic approach to the redesign.This paper outlines our comprehensive approach to redesigning Data Analysis. We not onlyconsider changes to the assessments and activities of the class, but we also re-evaluate thelearning objectives in the context of program and college level goals and students’professional careers. We utilize a curricular priority framework to

Conference Session

ELOS Technical Session 2 - Beliefs, Motivation, and Pedagogy

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rachel Sharpe, University of Colorado Boulder; Heidi G. Loshbaugh, University of Colorado Boulder; Kai Amey, University of Colorado Boulder; Karen C Crouch, University of Colorado Boulder; Janet Yowell, University of Colorado Boulder; Nick A. Stites, University of Colorado Boulder

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Diversity

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

focus of this paper, has experiencedsimilar outcomes. A notable uptick in graduation rates at CU occurred between 2009 and 2015,with six-year degree completions reaching 62.2%, yet recent years have witnessed plateaus inretention rates. Persistent disparities befall minoritized students [1], [2]. These stagnantcompletion rates occur in the face of substantial need for increased engineering talent, bothnationally and globally, to support fields including technology, security, transportation, andinfrastructure.The causes of student attrition from engineering are multifaceted and vary across demographics.A range of known issues includes an unwelcoming climate, conceptual difficulties in corecourses that hamper progress toward degree, lack of self