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International Accreditation and Credentials: International Division Technical Session 1

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Ming Li, Beijing Foreign Studies University

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higher engineering education, and has led to theformation of two accreditation networks of engineering educations: the Washington Accord(WA) and the European Network for Accreditation of Engineering Education (ENAEE).Global engineering education accreditation shows the future development trend ofresult-oriented, international connection, continuous improvement, and industry-academiacooperation [1].Program accreditation of engineering education has become an internationally acceptedquality assurance system for engineering education. The program accreditation ofengineering education takes quality assurance and quality improvement as the basic guidingideology and starting point. The education evaluation of engineering education program inChina

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International Accreditation and Credentials: International Division Technical Session 1

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Carmine C. Balascio P.E., University of Delaware

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increasing globalization, issues regarding international mobility of (often licensed)professionals in a host of disciplines have gained importance. Basic considerations of fairnessand economic efficiency prompt questions about restraint of trade, unnecessary barriers toprofessional practice, and policies that can facilitate domestic and international mobility oflicense holders in different occupations. Positions can be extreme. In the United States, achanging political climate has made libertarian ideas questioning the necessity of professionallicensure itself more prominent.1 Licensed professions in the United States, including engineering, have been concerned and,in some cases, felt threatened in the aftermath of the 2014 Supreme Court decision

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International Accreditation and Credentials: International Division Technical Session 1

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Junaid Qadir, Information Technology University, Lahore, Pakistan; Aamir Shafi, National University of Computing and Emerging Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan; Ala Al-Fuqaha, Hamad Bin Khalifa University; Abd-Elhamid M. Taha, Alfaisal University; Kok-Lim Alvin Yau, Sunway University; João Ponciano, University of Glasgow; Sajjad Hussain, University of Glasgow; Muhammad Ali Imran P.E., University of Glasgow; Sajid Sheikh Muhammad, National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan; Rao Naveed Bin Rais, Ajman University, UAE; Muhammad Rashid, Umm Al Qura University; Boon Leing Tan, Xi'an International University

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conferred him the grade of Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.Dr. Sajjad Hussain, University of Glasgow Sajjad Hussain is a Lecturer in Electronics and Electrical Engineering at the University of Glasgow, UK. He has served previously at Electrical Engineering Department, Capital University of Science and Tech- nology (CUST), Islamabad, Pakistan as Associate Professor. Sajjad Hussain did his masters in Wireless Communications in 2006 from Supelec, Gif-sur-Yvette and PhD in Signal Processing and Communi- cations in 2009 from University of Rennes 1, Rennes, France. His research interests include 5G self- organizing networks, industrial wireless sensor networks and machine learning for wireless communica

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International STEM Education: International Division Technical Session 6

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Cameron Denson, North Carolina State University; Tamecia R. Jones, North Carolina State University

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). Botswana Mentoring Model Botswana seeks to produce an environment conducive to change that includes initiativesfocused on policy, institutional, regulatory, and legal framework. These initiatives need thesupport of informal learning environments that focus on psychological as well as academicchallenges of pursuing STEM careers. Botswana has recently launched a STEM Mentorshipprograms in Gaborone, Francistown and Palapye in an effort to bolster its STEM population. Starting in 2019 Botswana developed a pilot program for a STEM Mentorship Club withthe following stated program objectives: 1. Assist students in developing the skills and positive attitudes towards STEM subjects required to succeed academically and succeed at the

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Cultural Issues in Engineering: International Division Technical Session 2

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Arshia Khan, University of Minnesota, Duluth; Rania Al-Hammoud P.Eng., University of Waterloo; Ona Egbue, University of South Carolina, Upstate

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introduced by geographical borders. In addition, this paperdiscusses best practices for effective collaboration, guidelines developed for this collaborationand similarities and differences among the team members that contributed to a stronger and moreproductive team. Furthermore, this study sheds light on important factors that led to moreeffective collaboration that is transferable to other teams.Introduction:According to the Accelerating Change for Women Faculty of Color in STEM: Policy, Action,and Collaboration report in 2013 [1] there were approximately 6,400 female faculty of color,while there were 19,800 white female faculty, 20,500 colored male faculty, and 65,100 whitemale faculty. Female faculty of color face many challenges in addition to

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International Research Experiences Intl Div Tech Session 8

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Ali Mehrizi-Sani , Virginia Tech; Chen-Ching Liu P.E., Virginia Tech; Stephen McArthur, University of Strathclyde

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exacerbates this problem is that this infrastructure still runsmainly on legacy control, monitoring, and protection systems that may not realize its fullpotential. Smart grid has emerged as a powerful promise for improving the reliability, efficiency,security, and sustainability of the next generation power system [1]. It has attracted interest fromfields such as engineering, computer science, economics, sociology, and policy (see, amongothers, [2]–[8]). Despite this diverse interest, there are still critical gaps in the availabletechnology for smart grid. For example, while environmental concerns and energy independencerecommend utilizing renewable resources in the power system, one of the U.S. grand energychallenges remains to integrate large

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Cultural Issues in Engineering: International Division Technical Session 2

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Miguel Andres Guerra, Universidad San Francisco de Quito; Homero Murzi, Virginia Tech; Johnny C. Woods, Jr., Virginia Tech; Abram Diaz-Strandberg, Virginia Tech

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eachother, learn, shape their personality, and live [1], [2]. Several groups can be described as having aculture. Minkov and Hofstede [3] affirm that the study of culture is the study of meanings. Thereare elements like symbols, values, norms, beliefs, behaviors, attitudes, self-perceptions, cognitiveabilities, and stereotypes [3] that have meaning to specific groups, and through these commonelements groups share the same culture.There is significant engineering education research in the United States on understandingdisciplinary engineering culture [4]–[8]. Although culture is considered a complex phenomenon[9]–[11], understanding aspects of it, especially at the disciplinary level, is important to identifypaths to improve engineering education in

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International Research Experiences Intl Div Tech Session 8

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Nicole P. Sanderlin, Virginia Tech; Kirsten A. Davis, Virginia Tech; David B Knight, Virginia Tech

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program early, designing a program structure that facilitatesthese planned research goals, and considering participation of undergraduate versus graduatestudents.IntroductionAlthough developing global competence is important for engineering students to be successful inthe globally connected workforce, many students find it challenging to participate in traditionalstudy abroad programs for financial or scheduling reasons [1]. One type of programming thataddresses these concerns is international research experiences, which not only support thedevelopment of students’ global competencies and technical engineering skills [2], but alsoprovide benefits and opportunities for faculty members who coordinate these experiences. Whileresearch has focused on

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Cultural Issues in Engineering: International Division Technical Session 2

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Donna M. Ebenstein, Bucknell University; L. Felipe Perrone, Bucknell University; Margot A. Vigeant, Bucknell University; Deborah L. Sills, Bucknell University; Craig Beal, Bucknell University; Amal Kabalan, Bucknell University

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your engineering educationand help prepare you for your future?” The reflection can be in the form of a presentation, video,or 2-page impact statement for public dissemination. The first cohort of nine Global EngineeringPerspectives Scholars graduated in 2019, including students from five degree programs withcompetencies spanning five different languages.Motivation for the programGlobalization is driving the need for engineers to work effectively in international environments,and navigate differences across cultures [1]. Studies on intercultural competencies for engineeringstudents typically describe the benefit of such competencies as allowing them to work with peoplefrom different cultures in an increasingly globalized world. There is also

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International Research Experiences Intl Div Tech Session 8

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Gloria J. Kim, University of Florida; Yong Kyu Yoon, University of Florida ; Jin-woo Choi, Louisiana State University

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and neurovascular unit on a microfluidic device for complete model of brain tissueIn addition to lab work and weekly virtual and in-person cohort meetings to discuss researchprogress, IRiKA students have the opportunity to visit Korean government research institutionsand global leaders in the tech industry such as Samsung, LG, and Hyundai. The GlobalEngineering Center for Engineers in Korea (GECE) has committed to coordinate additionalenriching cultural activities.The schedule of the program is shown in Table 1.Professional DevelopmentOne of the distinguishing features of IRiKA is the professional development components tailoredfor both its US participants and Korean partners and the availability of follow-on projects tofoster continued

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Factors Influencing Curriculum Development: International Division Technical Session 4

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Nicole L. Ramo, University of Michigan; Eric Scott Hald, Shantou University; Aileen Huang-Saad, University of Michigan; Qiang Fang, Shantou University

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Development and Implementation of Self-Reflection Participation Logs in an English-taught Engineering Program in ChinaKey Words: Participation, Student Engagement, China, Assessment Methods, Teaching AbroadIntroductionActive student participation has been correlated with a variety of positive outcomes includingimproved critical thinking, development of important professional skills (includingcommunication and interpersonal interaction skills), increased understanding of course material,and better academic performance across diverse disciplines, including engineering [1]–[5]. Putsimply by Weaver and Qi [6], “students who actively participate in the learning process learnmore than those who do not.” In order to

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Study Abroad Experiences Intl Div Tech Session 9

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Jessica D. Ventura, Endicott College

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working.Specifically, outcome 2 is that they would demonstrate “an ability to apply engineering design toproduce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, andwelfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors [1].” Outcome 4requires “an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situationsand make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions inglobal, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.” Arguably outcomes 3 and 5, whichexpect that engineering graduates demonstrate the abilities to communicate with a range ofaudiences and to work effectively as team members, also require a working understanding ofmulticultural

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International STEM Education: International Division Technical Session 6

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Sanjeev Adhikari, Kennesaw State University

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departments for his outstanding teaching and research excellence. To supplement his teaching and research, he has been involved in numerous professional societies, including ASCE, ACI, ASEE, ASC, ATMAE, and TRB. His research output has been well disseminated as he has published thirty journal papers and thirty-nine conference papers. His research interests are 1) Creating Innovative Sustainable Materials, 2) Structural BIM Integration, 3) 4D/5D BIM, 4) Virtual Testing Lab, 5) Innovative Construction Demolition, and 6) Carbon Footprint Analysis on Roadways. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2020Changing 3rd World Lives Through STEM Education in HondurasAbstractDuring the summer of 2018

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Study Abroad Experiences Intl Div Tech Session 9

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Matthew Korey, Purdue University; Caitlyn M. Clarkson, Purdue University; Kali D Frost, Purdue University; Joseph Andler, Purdue University; Congying Wang, Purdue University; Melissa S. Reeves, Tuskegee University; Carol A. Handwerker, Purdue University

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in materials engineering at Purdue University. Here, he is co- advised by Drs. Carol Handwerker in Materials Engineering and Rakesh Agrawal in the Davidson School of Chemical Engineering. His research has a dual focus of 1. developing novel chalcogenide semicon- ductors for application in solution-processed photovoltaics and 2. completing environmental analyses including life cycle assessments and leaching procedures on these novel systems to identify areas of im- provement in the context of environmental performance. Joe was a Ross fellow upon entering Purdue and later became an Integrative Graduate Education and Research Traineeship (IGERT) fellow supported by the National Science Foundation. He received his B.S

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Cultural Issues in Engineering: International Division Technical Session 2

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Nicholas Andres Brake, Lamar University; Oleksandra Sehin, Texas State University; John Wade Partain, Universidad Politecnica de Guanajuato; Damian Valles, Texas State University; Alberto Marquez P.E., Lamar University; Jesus Alejandro Jimenez, Texas State University; George Saltsman, Lamar University; Rosario Davis, Texas State University

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acquired a better understanding of how to interact with people fromdifferent cultures and learned other ways of seeing the world.IntroductionCross-cultural skills are essential in today’s work life and are valued necessities for organizationsoperating in a global environment. The ability to work effectively in international settings andconnect easily with people from other backgrounds, awareness of diverse cultures, perceptions,and approaches as well as the capacity for effective communication across cultural and languageboundaries – these are the skills that college graduates need to develop in order to live and workcomfortably in a global society [1], [2]. Participation in global engineering programs mayenhance a students’ ability to respect

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Cultural Issues in Engineering: International Division Technical Session 2

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Jayanta K. Banerjee, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus

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of all trades, (but also master of a few!), whereas in the US more specializationin one particular branch is required, at least, in certain fields. Japan is more used to collective decisionmaking while in the US the decision is made by the individual managers. In Japan, the responsibility iscarried collectively whereas in the US industries responsibility is more individualistic. By the same token,in Japanese industries the concern is holistic while in the US, concern it is more segmented.The Change of Work Culture during the Three Scientific RevolutionsAny “paradigm shift” in science, using this favorite term of Thomas Kuhn [1], cannot change very quicklyour habits and customs, in sum, our culture. When humankind shifted from fruit gathering

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Study Abroad Experiences Intl Div Tech Session 9

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Heather N. Yates, Oklahoma State University; Blake Wentz, Milwaukee School of Engineering ; Sreemala Das Majumder, Oklahoma State University

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competitions as cost effective solutions thatprovide the international experiences employers are seeking while not extending the time astudent needs to obtain their degree.Key words: Globalization, international experiences, international competitions, undergraduateengineering educationIntroductionIn the age of globalization, the boundaries in technical industries such as engineering andconstruction have blurred over the years. Academic institutions, engineering professionals, andcorporate organizations continue to benefit from the commercial advantages, creative ideas andcompetitive advantages that can be obtained from a well-organized multicultural educated team[1], [2] Additionally, companies within the U.S. and abroad are concerned with the

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Factors Influencing Curriculum Development: International Division Technical Session 4

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Congying Wang, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Caitlyn M. Clarkson, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Joseph Andler, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Matthew Korey, Purdue University; Kali D. Frost, Purdue University; Melissa S. Reeves, Tuskegee University; Carol A. Handwerker, Purdue University

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-Main Campus, West Lafayette (College of Engineering) Caitlyn Clarkson is currently a Ph.D. candidate at Purdue University in Materials Engineering and will be graduating in May 2020. Her research is in polymer nanocomposite processing and characterization. She is a fellow in an NSF-funded integrative graduate education and research traineeship (IGERT) program.Mr. Joseph Andler, Purdue University at West Lafayette Joseph (Joe) Andler is a Ph.D. candidate in materials engineering at Purdue University. Here, he is co- advised by Drs. Carol Handwerker in Materials Engineering and Rakesh Agrawal in the Davidson School of Chemical Engineering. His research has a dual focus of 1. developing novel chalcogenide semicon

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Study Abroad Experiences Intl Div Tech Session 9

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Yanjun Yan, Western Carolina University; Nelson A. Granda Marulanda, Western Carolina University; B. David Tyler, Western Carolina University; Hugh Jack P. Eng. P.E., Western Carolina University; Lauren R. Bishop, Western Carolina University

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demonstrate the obtainment of student learning outcomes. A significant contributionof this work is our approach to, and the outcomes of, interdisciplinary collaboration for faculty-led travel courses. Further, through extensive reflections to transmute their travel experiences tolearning, the students uncovered valuable practices that have been consciously enacted into theirdaily lives at home.IntroductionExperiential learning, such as in a faculty-led trip, is regarded as a powerful high-impact practicefor student transformation. A faculty-led travel course is a relatively low-stress study-abroadactivity for students [1] where they travel with faculty and fellow students for a duration of oneto three weeks. Despite the short travel period, making

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International STEM Education: International Division Technical Session 6

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Rachel A. Brennan, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Julio Urbina, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Jose F. Oliden, Universidad Nacional de Ingeniería; Juan Martín Rodríguez, Universidad Nacional de Ingenieria

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this program that wasoffered between Penn State and UNI last year. The article also reports the motivation behind theprogram revisions, the integration of SDG’s with Drawdown, and the strategy for obtaining theapproval and support of the university faculty. The assessment of newer hands-on projects addedto the program and future activities are presented. The impact of this program on students’professional growth and career development are discussed, as well.1. IntroductionThe concepts of global citizenship [1,2] and sustainability [3] are essential in transformingundergraduate education in the United States in order to handle the challenges of the 21st century.Indeed, Higher Education institutions need to identify, create, and provide

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Factors Influencing Curriculum Development: International Division Technical Session 4

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Zhi Fang, Beihang University; Qing Lei, Beihang University

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K. Lewin, who has put forward group dynamics based on histheory of psychodynamics in the 1940s, perceives that group is not formed based on physicalapproximation or simple similarity of the members, but on the fact that a group ofinterdependent people gather together [1]. According to the theory, a person's behavior (B) isthe result of internal demand (P) and external environment (E), which can be expressed byB=f (P, E). [2] Meanwhile, he introduced the concepts of group cohesion, pressure andstandard within a group, leadership and performance, individual motivation and group goals,and group structure. [3]2. Research methodIn recent years, with the popularization of group dynamics in China, Chinese academiccommunity has carried out multiple

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Factors Influencing Curriculum Development: International Division Technical Session 4

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Johnny Crayd Woods Jr., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Homero Murzi, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Maia Greene-Havas, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Abram Diaz-Strandberg, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education; Sophia Vicente, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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-structuredinterviews with 10 international students from the general engineering department in a singleuniversity in the South of the U.S. Our results account for the patterns that emerged from thedata including socio-cultural adaptability, making friends, working in teams, and orientationstructuration.Keywords: International Students, First-Year, Social Interaction, Sociocultural TheoryIntroductionAcademic migration is on the rise and involves students migrating to foreign countries in searchof education. According to Contreras-Aquirre and Gonzalez [1], students are becoming morewilling to move, travel, and pursue a degree in a foreign country. The Institute for InternationalEducation [2] infographics portray that the United States (U.S.), Canada

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Factors Influencing Curriculum Development: International Division Technical Session 4

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Ashish Agrawal, University of Cape Town; Johnson Carroll, University of Johannesburg; Jennifer M. Case, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Nicole P. Pitterson, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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also institutional lines in the course structures, credit requirements, and contact hours.These differences determine how soon students start forming an affinity to their disciplineand how much they can explore other academic and extra-curricular interests. We expect thatthe findings will highlight the potential impact of different curricular features on the studentswho experience them, and provide engineering educators and program coordinators withinformed choices to design curricula to better address their needs.1. IntroductionEngineering education is an important area for debate in many countries, given the importantroles that engineers play in national economic competitiveness, security and socialadvancement [1], [2]. Central issues in