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ELOS Technical Session 1: Integrating AI, VR, and MR in Engineering Lab Experiences

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Justin Foreman, Prairie View A&M University; Penrose Cofie, Prairie View A&M University; Keisha C. A. Antoine, Prairie View A&M University (DUPE); Michael Preuss, Exquiri Consulting, LLC; Kazeem B Olanrewaju, Prairie View A&M University; Joseph Dowell; Jorge Federico Gabitto, Prairie View A&M University

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that address these purposes. We aredeveloping mixed reality circuits labs to augment laboratory and classroom instruction ofconcepts critical to understanding electrical circuit theory and circuit implementation withthe expectation of improving student outcomes in learning circuit theory and in buildingactual circuits. Four labs were developed to address deficiencies students deal with inlearning circuits: 1) Bread-Board Basics and Series Circuits, 2) Parallel Circuits, 3)Series/Parallel Circuits, and 4) Superposition and Thevenin and Norton’s Theorems. Priorto deployment, development of the MR lab software platform was necessary as was testingand troubleshooting. This article discusses the development process, critical paths andunanticipated

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ELOS Technical Session 1: Integrating AI, VR, and MR in Engineering Lab Experiences

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jessica Ohanian Perez, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona; Yitong Zhao, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona; Juliana Lynn Fuqua, Cal Poly Pomona

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students to comprehend complexconcepts, new resources were also made available. Previous studies have demonstrated theefficacy of virtual reality in providing opportunities for student participation [1]. California StatePolytechnic University Pomona has invested in state-of-the-art Virtual Reality (VR) laboratoryfor thermal fluids. This project explores the efficacy of an enhancement, the incorporation of anArtificial Intelligence (AI) assistant. The AI was created so it can assist students in bridging gapsbetween theoretical understandings and engineering practice, while also expanding access to awider range of students. In practice, we are evaluating for student performance, studentunderstanding, and student experience.Recent data from 2020-2023

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ELOS Technical Session 1: Integrating AI, VR, and MR in Engineering Lab Experiences

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bobby F Hodgkinson, University of Colorado Boulder

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activities.A key objective of this adaptation is to prepare students for a future where AI-generated solutionsmay surpass even the best human abilities. However, a skill that remains irreplaceable is theability to critically assess the correctness of solutions—whether human or AI-generated. Thispaper presents findings in the form of student reflections on this modern adaptation ofcomparative analysis.1 IntroductionAeroelasticity is a field in aerospace engineering combining aerodynamics and structuralmechanics to understand the interaction between aerodynamic forces and structural responses. Atthe University of Colorado Boulder, a sophomore-level Aerospace Sciences Lab introducesstudents to these concepts through an experiential learning framework

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ELOS Technical Session 1: Integrating AI, VR, and MR in Engineering Lab Experiences

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nathanael Kloeppel, Purdue Polytechnic Graduate Programs; Denis Uebiyev, Purdue University; Lisa Bosman, Purdue University; Joshua J Ellis, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)

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example of an aircraft tire change procedure.The specific questions guiding the study are: 1. How did each team member’s expertise shape the development of the 360-degree VR module? 2. What reflections emerged from the collaborative autoethnographic process? 3. What practical steps (how-to) are needed for effective 360-degree video production and implementation in training contexts?2. Background2.1 Aviation Training ChallengesAviation maintenance training faces well-documented constraints: high operational costs, tightsafety regulations, and limited aircraft availability for hands-on practice [4-6]. Traditionalmethods often rely on face-to-face instruction and supervised practice in hangars, but these canstrain resources when

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ELOS Technical Session 6: BYOE (Bring Your Own Experiment): Engaging Students with Creative Hands-on Laboratory Experiences

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Erick Rodriguez-Seda, United States Naval Academy

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fromautonomous vehicles and smart grids to social networks and financial markets. Future controlengineers and roboticists will need to understand the complex behaviors of large-scale networkedsystems and the challenges that distributed and unreliable communication networks can bring.Yet, traditional undergraduate control engineering curricula lack hardware-based, hands-onexperience with multi-agent systems, partly due to the cost, laboratory space, and time required toconduct experimental activities.This paper presents a low-cost experimental undergraduate testbed that provides a practical,portable small platform for studying graph theory concepts and the control of MASs. The testbedconsists of five individual rotatory 1-degree-of-freedom (DoF) links

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ELOS Technical Session 6: BYOE (Bring Your Own Experiment): Engaging Students with Creative Hands-on Laboratory Experiences

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Trevont Moore, Oral Roberts University; Jonathan V Ophus, Oral Roberts University; Gabriel Pendell, Oral Roberts University; Michael Portman, Oral Roberts University; Jordan Matthew Swan, Oral Roberts University; Manuel Yanez, Oral Roberts University; John E Matsson, Oral Roberts University

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. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Stretch Blow Molding Laboratory Using Preform and 3D Printed MoldAbstractThis project introduces a stretch blow molding laboratory designed to enhance studentunderstanding of manufacturing processes, material behavior, and simulation techniques. The labwas implemented as part of an undergraduate engineering course, aligning with ABET StudentOutcome 1 by integrating theoretical knowledge with hands-on application. Students exploredthe stretch blow molding process by reverse-engineering a commercial Dr. Pepper bottle,conducting 3D scanning, CAD modeling, and 3D printing to fabricate a mold forexperimentation.The primary educational objective was to

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ELOS Technical Session 5: BYOE (Bring Your Own Experiment): Innovative Tools and Techniques for Experiential Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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George Prpich, University of Virginia; Amara L Pettit, University of Virginia; Clare Cocker, University of Virginia

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wood, polymers, and sugarare inherently combustible. Fine Figure 1. Graphical illustration of the fire triangleparticles, typically under 400 μm, are and the dust explosion pentagon.more prone to ignition and producemore severe explosions. Uniform dispersion of the dust is critical to forming a combustible cloud,while confinement affects the pressure generated during the explosion. The dust concentrationmust fall within a specific range to sustain combustion: concentrations that are too low lacksufficient fuel, while concentrations that are too high limit oxygen availability. Humidity andmoisture significantly reduce ignition potential, and in some cases, prevent explosions entirely.Additionally, each dust type has a

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ELOS Technical Session 3: Advancing Engineering Competencies: From Labs to Writing

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gautom Kumar Das, University of Maryland Baltimore County

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, Canada, and Singapore; his previous research interests were on nanomaterials for multimodal and deep tissue imaging, and biosensing applications. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Work-in-progress: Effectiveness of Checklists in Developing Technical Writing Skills1. IntroductionWriting laboratory reports is a foundational skill for undergraduate students in science andengineering disciplines that has long been emphasized by the National Academies, ABET, andprofessional organizations such as American Institute of Chemical Engineers [1-4]. However, aslaboratory instructors, we have often been less than satisfied with both the process of guidingstudents in

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ELOS Technical Session 5: BYOE (Bring Your Own Experiment): Innovative Tools and Techniques for Experiential Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Brian Scott Krongold, University of Melbourne; Gavin Buskes, The University of Melbourne

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BYOE: A Multidisciplinary DIY Speaker Design ProjectIntroductionProject-Based Learning (PBL) is a key instructional method that engages students by havingthem tackle real-world problems through collaborative projects [1]. In engineering education,PBL not only integrates theoretical knowledge with practical application but also fosters criticalskills such as collaboration, communication, and innovation. Research indicates that PBL is aneffective pedagogical approach in engineering education [2] and is an ideal pedagogy to employat the first-year, general engineering level, to develop these essential skills early on.In the first year at the University of Melbourne (Australia), students interested in engineeringtake foundational science courses

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ELOS Technical Session 5: BYOE (Bring Your Own Experiment): Innovative Tools and Techniques for Experiential Engineering Education

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Amanda Sterling, Auburn University; Anahita Ayasoufi, Auburn University

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ofuncertainty in the physical world. Once the activity results have been fully analyzed and asolution is obtained, the students must both verify and validate the solution. These concepts arememorable due to the engaging nature of the activity and produce an appreciation for historicalengineering methods as a resource. The analogue nature of the tool appears to improve theunderstanding and synthesis of the lesson, as opposed to memorizing a procedure.This paper provides a valuable and customizable lab activity for educators and curriculumdevelopers seeking to improve Freshman/Sophomore mechanical engineering lab courses. TheQuadrant Activity supports ABET learning outcomes 1 (solve complex engineering problems), 4(recognize ethical responsibility/make

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ELOS Technical Session 3: Advancing Engineering Competencies: From Labs to Writing

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dave Kim, Washington State University-Vancouver; Charles Riley P.E., Oregon Institute of Technology; Sean St. Clair P.E., Oregon Institute of Technology; Olusola Adesope, Washington State University

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participantsfelt confident in developing rubrics and providing productive feedback on students' lab reportswith the use of the guides. Respondents suggested extended workshop time, greater variety inactivities, and more diverse examples and samples to provide a broader context. During the opendiscussion, participants raised issues with scaffolding approaches, faculty time, TA support, andgenerative AI as an assessment tool. Overall, the workshop helped establish a sense ofcommunity among participants across the nation, enhancing their interest in lab writing andteaching.1. IntroductionEngineering students often excel in laboratory experiments but face significant challenges in labreport writing [1]-[3]. At the same time, lab instructors, despite being

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ELOS Technical Session 5: BYOE (Bring Your Own Experiment): Innovative Tools and Techniques for Experiential Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Giorgio Arzate-Juarez, University of Maryland College Park; Daniel Boback, University of Maryland College Park; Annabelle Diep, University of Maryland, College Park; Anna E Dyson, University of Maryland College Park; Jeyadave Nuntha Kumar, University of Maryland College Park; Vrunda Patel, University of Maryland, College Park; Terrence Pierce, University of Maryland College Park; Joshua Sambrano, University of Maryland College Park; Siloe-Noah Selebangue, University of Maryland College Park; Alayna Isabella Sheahy, University of Maryland College Park; Shravan Suresh, University of Maryland College Park; Marklin Yi, University of Maryland College Park; Andrew Elby, University of Maryland, College Park; Ken Kiger, University of Maryland, College Park

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, such exercises form a key component of anactive-learning framework [1], providing an opportunity to reflect on and test students’conceptualization of theoretical tools central to the subject. Traditionally, these instructionalexperiments are performed in a dedicated laboratory space with large and expensive equipment,which often limits the opportunities for students to work creatively with the devices and criticallyexplore the principles they are tasked with testing.One way to mitigate the shortcomings of a centralized laboratory would be to provideexperimentation kits that each student can use on their own or in pairs, potentially in spacesoutside a dedicated laboratory. The obvious challenges to this approach are size and cost, thoughthey

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ELOS Technical Session 5: BYOE (Bring Your Own Experiment): Innovative Tools and Techniques for Experiential Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alex Shaffer, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Raluca Ilie, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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in helping students build a physical intuition regardingelectromagnetism.Several studies have explored the use of AR for instruction, particularly to teach E&M concepts.For instance, it has been shown that AR provided students with a better understanding ofFleming’s rule than traditional 2D techniques [1]. Existing work demonstrates the ability torender real-time magnetic field lines of magnetic dipoles in a 2D plane using AR [2]. This wasexpanded on through the development of a 3D AR visualization tool for magnetic dipoles, tracingmagnetic field lines with a modified version of the Euler forward algorithm described below [3].While these studies explored the use of AR to help visualize electromagnetic concepts, the workpresented in this

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ELOS Technical Session 6: BYOE (Bring Your Own Experiment): Engaging Students with Creative Hands-on Laboratory Experiences

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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timothy C scott, Sweet Briar College; Lemuel T Curran, Sweet Briar College

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conducting tests in heat transfer in an undergraduateengineering lab. The fixture consists of a common hair dryer that blows hot or cold air over a fewrelatively easy-to-construct fixtures and sensors. The experiments that can be performed with thisequipment are: 1. Energy balance on the hair dryer using a wattmeter and temperature sensors tocalculate the air flow rate, 2. Forced convection from a heated disc to show the effects of Reynoldsnumber and free stream turbulence, 3. Free convection over a heated disc, 4. Transient heatingand cooling of steel and nylon spheres (to illustrate the Biot number effect), and 5. Velocity andtemperature distribution in a free jet. We show the fixtures, how the results compare with standardcorrelations, as well as

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ELOS Technical Session 2: Innovative Strategies for Fostering Deeper Learning in Engineering Laboratories

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Blake Everett Johnson, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Iakov Gurevich, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

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pedagogy. The pre-survey isconducted the week before the independent exercise begins and the post-survey is conducted afterthe Peer Review.Literature reviewInquiry-based learning (IBL) is identified by some of the sources as a key approach to increasingstudent engagement and teamwork, especially in laboratory courses and activities requiring creativethinking, such as engineering design [1], [2], [3]. Some studies highlight the benefits of hands-onexperience and engagement with real-world problems [4], [5]. Some of the studies also highlight theimpact of different approaches to teaching a course, such as comparison of IBL implementation to atraditional teaching style, and comparison of setting different goals, such as mastery and performance[3], [4

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ELOS Technical Session 3: Advancing Engineering Competencies: From Labs to Writing

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Azadeh Bolhari, University of Colorado Boulder; Angela R Bielefeldt P.E., University of Colorado Boulder; Maya Leizerovich, University of Colorado Boulder

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thinking.IntroductionInnovation is increasingly recognized as a crucial skill in engineering, driving the developmentof novel solutions and technologies to address complex global challenges. Previous research hasidentified five key domains that contribute to innovative thinking: questioning, observing,experimenting, idea networking, and associational thinking [1]. These domains provide aframework for understanding how individuals approach problem-solving and creativity, whichare foundational skills for engineering students and professionals. However, despite theirrecognized importance, there is limited research that explicitly examines how educationalinterventions can cultivate these skills within engineering education, particularly in the contextof undergraduate

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ELOS Technical Session 2: Innovative Strategies for Fostering Deeper Learning in Engineering Laboratories

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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David M. Czerwonky, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Senay Purzer, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE); Kay C. Kobak, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)

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experience with learning activities. The aim of course-basedapprenticeships are to obtain the benefits of CURES and apprenticeships while avoiding theirindividual pitfalls.Theoretical Framework: Backwards DesignIn this section, we discuss the theoretical framework for the redesign of our Summer REU.Backwards course design is a way of designing curriculum by starting with the end goal in mind(Hansen, 2011). This means identifying desired results (learning objectives) followed byacceptable evidence of learning (assessment) before developing instructional activities(instruction). The benefits of backwards course design are that 1) it focuses on the big picture ofwhat student should learn, 2) it provides detailed criteria of quality performance upfront

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ELOS Technical Session 4: Empowering Student Learning Through Design, Integration, and Assessment

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Wesley David Klehm, Oral Roberts University; Emmelia Lichty, Oral Roberts University; Moriah Love Metellus, Oral Roberts University; Quadre John Antoine Moore, Oral Roberts University; Jonathan Ophus, Oral Roberts University; John E Matsson, Oral Roberts University

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engineering laboratory coursework will allow students to betterunderstand and call upon this skill set in their future engineering careers.IntroductionThe engineering tensile stress-strain curve is obtained by the static loading of a test specimen andexhibits various regions of material behavior and properties such as Young’s modulus, ultimatetensile strength, and the fracture stress, according to Hibbeler [1] and Vidosic [2]. Understandingand predicting material failure is crucial in engineering applications, for example in the systemsof fuel cell and nuclear safety components, see Pham and Trinh [3].By asking students to perform, write, and simulate this laboratory, it requires students to have amore in-depth approach than simply following the

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ELOS Technical Session 2: Innovative Strategies for Fostering Deeper Learning in Engineering Laboratories

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Peter B Johnson, Imperial College London

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question was successful. Qualitativecomments from students and teachers give further insight into how the activity succeeded.By presenting a best-practice case study, accompanied by full teaching materials in an openrepository, we show that concrete changes in the student experience and their outputs are possibleby changing the following: the way teaching assistants work, expectations for behavior in thelaboratory, and written materials.1 IntroductionLaboratory activities are an essential part of an undergraduate engineering education. One of thechallenges in effective use of the laboratory is to provide an engaging experience. There is often astark contrast between the ‘inquiry’ with which a practising engineer uses a laboratory, and

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ELOS Technical Session 4: Empowering Student Learning Through Design, Integration, and Assessment

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Johannes Kubasch, University of Wuppertal; Dominik May, University of Wuppertal; Doha Meslem, Bergische Universität Wuppertal

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unsuitable [1].The DBR approach attempts to interlink the development of innovative solutions for practicaleducational problems with the acquisition of scientific knowledge [2] and follows a cyclicaland iterative process in which design, testing, analysis and redesign continuously build oneach other. On the one hand, this increases the quality of innovations in teaching and learningresearch and, on the other hand, relevant findings are gained for the specific field of practice[3]. The core idea of DBR is that learning situations are not investigated in isolated laboratoryenvironments, but in real situations [4]. The objectives pursued are always twofold: on theone hand, relevant problems from educational practice are to be solved and, on the other

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ELOS Technical Session 4: Empowering Student Learning Through Design, Integration, and Assessment

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bryce Williams, University of Arkansas; Patrick William Kuczwara, University of Arkansas; Nikolas Ala-Kokko, University of Arkansas; Mostafa Elsaadany, University of Arkansas; Younghye Song, University of Arkansas

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technical expertise is crucial in any engineering education,including biomedical engineering (BME), the retention of skills that enhance theemployability of graduating students is equally important. These skills include but are notlimited to teamwork, problem-solving, communication, professional conduct, etc.[1–3]Among these professional skills, problem-solving, systems analysis, scientific knowledge,and learning abilities were the most frequently desired for BME bachelor's graduates in ananalysis of over 23,000 job postings across various engineering disciplines [2]. In addition toprofessional skills, technical skills such as Microsoft Excel, computer-aided design (CAD),and SolidWorks were the top three mentioned in job ads for BME bachelor's

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ELOS Technical Session 6: BYOE (Bring Your Own Experiment): Engaging Students with Creative Hands-on Laboratory Experiences

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Caroline Crockett, University of Virginia; Adam Barnes, University of Virginia; George Prpich, University of Virginia; Anne Marguerite McAlister, University of Virginia

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supply, an oscilloscope, and compo- nents such as op-amps and resistors. This paper discusses the set-up of both troubleshooting frameworks, including example circuits, practical notes on running the exercises in classes ranging from 40 to 100 students, and suggestions for how to collect and analyze the resulting data for instructional or research purposes.1 IntroductionOne goal of laboratory instruction is that students learn how to troubleshoot a system. Troubleshooting refers to aprocess, typically methodological, to identify and repair faults in a system. In their paper “The Role of the Laboratoryin Undergraduate Engineering Education,” Feisel and Rosa [1] mention troubleshooting in both their “design” and“learn from

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nicholas Hendricks, Heidelberg Instruments Nano AG; Tanisha Gupta, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Emine Cagin, Heidelberg Instruments Nano AG; Brett Michael Mann, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Sophia Reynolds, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Nancy Burnham, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; John Andrew DePalma, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Carolina Ruiz, Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI); Jeffrey Solomon, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Jonas Vergés

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complementary direct-write nanolithography process that utilizes thermalscanning probe lithography (t-SPL) to generate nanopatterns [3-6]. Table 1 compares thevarious nanolithography techniques and highlights the advantages (+) and disadvantages (-)for each technique. From Table 1, it shows that there is not a “perfect” nanolithographytechnique for educational purposes, but that t-SPL is the leader in being able to seenanopatterning in real time and in a cost-conscience manner but at the expense of not beingindustrially relevant. Focused-Ion Thermal Electron Beam Maskless Layer Parameter Beam

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ELOS Technical Session 2: Innovative Strategies for Fostering Deeper Learning in Engineering Laboratories

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sangshin Park, University of Utah; Reza Kamali, California State University San Marcos; Hamed Nademi; Manish Parashar, The University of Utah; Jairo Giraldo, University of Utah

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devices and other external physical systems. The laboratory material spans multiple areas including principles of system modeling, feedback control systems and controller design, networking and IoT, deep packet inspection, attack de- tection, localization, and mitigation, and digital systems, among others. The proposed experiential learning material has been integrated into existing courses and enabled the students to learn a variety of skills that are not typically included in EE education.1 IntroductionIn the modern era, the integration of Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) and the Internet ofThings (IoT) has emerged as a transformative force across a wide range of industries. With

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ELOS Technical Session 4: Empowering Student Learning Through Design, Integration, and Assessment

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Peter Griffiths, University of Virginia; Jill Fennell, Georgia Institute of Technology

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business. As such, she is focused on receiving work that is intuitive,trustworthy, and actionable so that it can be implemented to further the business goals of herfirm. This avatar was created so that students would have to make sophisticated communicationdecisions when presenting their work to an outside audience, considering her needs and weighingthe importance of information and presentation.2.3 Research QuestionsThis study is driven by two key research questions: 1. How do avatars impact GTAs’ confidence and performance in assessing student writing? 2. How do avatars influence GTAs’ understanding and application of effective communication criteria and rubrics?We researched these questions by surveying GTAs about the avatars

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ELOS Technical Session 3: Advancing Engineering Competencies: From Labs to Writing

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alison Priya Nandram, University of Ottawa; Jason A. Foster P.Eng., University of Ottawa

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, and requires reporting the number of records identified from eachsource. Additionally, PRISMA-S highlights the need to describe software or tools used, updates tothe search, and methods for record deduplication. Justifications for including grey literature andfor using non-database search methods are also critical components. By addressing these elements,PRISMA-S ensures that systematic review search strategies are fully documented, facilitatingverification, replication, and confidence in the evidence synthesis process [1].2. Method 2.1. Information Sources and Methods The databases searched included SCOPUS, Web of Science, ERIC, and Education Source,which represent some of the most widely recognized and comprehensive sources for

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ELOS Technical Session 3: Advancing Engineering Competencies: From Labs to Writing

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hannah Rosene Conover Kimmel, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Megha Agrawal, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Joseph Tibbs, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Kaitlyn Tuvilleja, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Rebecca Marie Reck, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

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Progress: Adding Additional Methods to Identify Mistakes in an Undergraduate Biomedical Instrumentation Laboratory CourseIntroductionIn his 2013 book, John Hattie stated “the most powerful single influence enhancing achievementis feedback.” [1] The feedback students receive on their achievement of learning outcomes cantake many forms: self-evaluation checkpoints, the grade on a summative exam, or the commentsleft on a lab report. By their nature, assessments inherently include an element of feedback [2],but formative assessments guide students toward self-evaluation during the learning processrather than after the fact. Qadir et al. identified six key aspects of beneficial feedback, includingbeing timely

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ELOS Technical Session 6: BYOE (Bring Your Own Experiment): Engaging Students with Creative Hands-on Laboratory Experiences

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Chidiebere Akudigwe, Oral Roberts University; Mark Baumruk, Oral Roberts University; Glory Hansel, Oral Roberts University; Grant Kaste, Oral Roberts University; Jonathan Ophus, Oral Roberts University; John E Matsson, Oral Roberts University

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modifications included cutting the die to a 1-ft length, altering thebottom tab design, and drilling mounting holes to ensure the die was securely attached to thepress. This setup facilitated the creation of consistent bends while allowing for precisemeasurement of applied forces. An Imada digital force gauge was integrated into the punch anddie assembly to monitor the force required for each bend. Calculations determined that a bendallowance of 0.9 in. was necessary to account for material stretching, and a force of 1,184 N wasrequired to achieve the desired bend angle for the stainless steel sheet.A key challenge during the fabrication process involved determining the bend sequence. Giventhe proximity of the three bends, maintaining adequate

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ELOS Technical Session 4: Empowering Student Learning Through Design, Integration, and Assessment

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Grace Yemisi Balogun, Morgan State University; David Olusogo Owolabi, Morgan State University; Michael Oluwafemi Ige, Morgan State University; Tolulope Abiri, Morgan State University; Pelumi Olaitan Abiodun, Morgan State University; Oludare Adegbola Owolabi P.E., Morgan State University

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improvements in both safety and student performance [1]. These case studies highlightthe value of proactive air quality management in educational settings.Despite the existing body of research on indoor air quality in educational settings, there is a notablegap in studies focusing specifically on engineering laboratories at HBCUs. Engineeringlaboratories often involve more hazardous materials and processes compared to general classroomswhich increases the potential risks associated with poor air quality [20]. This research aims toprovide a comprehensive assessment of air quality in HBCU engineering laboratories andproposing actionable recommendations to enhance student safety and learning outcomes.MethodologyThis research employed a qualitative

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ELOS Technical Session 2: Innovative Strategies for Fostering Deeper Learning in Engineering Laboratories

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rachel Sharpe, University of Colorado Boulder; Kai Amey, University of Colorado Boulder; Lauren Darling, University of Colorado Boulder; Heidi G. Loshbaugh, University of Colorado Boulder; Nick A. Stites, University of Colorado Boulder

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data.IntroductionDespite more than a half-century of research into the factors that support retention andgraduation rates in engineering, degree achievement remains stagnant at approximately 60%[1]-[3]. The causes of student attrition are multifaceted and institutions are grappling withstrategies to improve retention and completion rates, including those of students with highfinancial need, first-generation students, and community-college transfer students [4]. Quality ofinstruction is a known variable demonstrated to impact student outcomes [5]. One toolengineering educators have successfully adopted to improve learning outcomes and retention isthe integration of active learning pedagogies, including hands-on engineering experiences[6]-[12].Our Integrated