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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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B. Ruşen Argun, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Andre Schleife; Cecilia Leal; Dallas R. Trinkle, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Nicola H. Perry, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Jessica Krogstad, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Matthew D. Goodman, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Antonia Statt; Marie Agathe Charpagne

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provided by alumni to be a valuable tool to evaluate the computationalreform of the MatSE curriculum at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and it is a usefulguide on how to reshape and improve its effectiveness further.IntroductionComputational methods in Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) are now essential in bothresearch and industry. Results from surveys conducted in 2009 [1] and 2018 [2] showed thatemployers in the MSE field highly value computational materials science education and aim tohire 50% of their employees with some computational MSE background. As a response to thegrowing importance of computation in MSE, the curriculum of MSE at the University of IllinoisUrbana-Champaign has been reformed by incorporating

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nina Perry, University of Michigan; Timothy Chambers, University of Michigan

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disciplinesthat are not perceived by novice learners as computational in nature. Previous research indicates thatstudents majoring in subjects that are not programming-heavy might think they will not need these skillsin their careers, or they are less capable [1]. However, both students and professionals across differentengineering disciplines commonly accept that diversifying one's skill set makes one more marketableand favorably positioned for career advancement [2][3]. Additionally, studies suggest that materialsscience and engineering (MSE) faculty favor incorporating computational tools into their teaching andthink that computation is an essential component of the curriculum [4]. However, more research isnecessary to understand how students

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Barry Dupen, Purdue University Fort Wayne

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changes have been gradual over manyyears. The only evidence of better student understanding is anecdotal. This paper is more of a“how-to” guide, not a study measuring the success of a pedagogical method.Data Graphic DesignData graphics expert Edward Tufte explains that well-designed data graphics should show largedatasets in a small space and in a coherent way, enabling the reader to compare different piecesof data without confusion. [1] If the design of the data graphic causes the reader to be confused,then the graphic should be redesigned.One way to display production quantities for multiple products over time is to stack the data sothe largest value is the sum of all other values. This graph from Visual Capitalist stacks the steelproduction of

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Enze Chen, University of California, Berkeley; Mark Asta, University of California, Berkeley; Andrew Minor, University of California, Berkeley and Larwrence Berkeley National Laboratory

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image processing. Pre- and post-course surveys suggest that these modules had a positive impact on student learning and that students recognize the importance of these skills in MSE.KeywordsMaterials science, Data science, Laboratory reportsIntroductionIn the modern age, scientists and engineers must be equipped with not only deep domainexpertise, but also several transferable skills if they wish to be successful at their jobs [1]. Wefocus on two of these skills in particular, data science (DS) and scientific writing (SW), whichhave been discussed in recent reports from the National Academies [2, 3], ABET [4], anduniversity educators [5–8]. These reports collectively highlight the importance of DS and SW inengineering practice and

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Xiaobin Le, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Masoud Olia P.E., Wentworth Institute of Technology

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different universities such as Northeastern, Suffolk and Tufts. He has been teaching as a profes ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023USING SOLIDWORKS TO IMPROVE STUDENT'S UNDERSTANDING OF TYPICAL CRYSTAL STRUCTURES OF CRYSTALLINE SOLIDS Xiaobin Le and Masoud Olia Wentworth Institute of Technology1. INTRODUCTION Materials science is a required course in our Mechanical Engineering Program. One importanttopic which is covered in this course is the crystal structures of crystalline solids [1~4]. Thetypical crystal structures are body-centered cubic (BCC) crystal structures, face-centered cubic(FCC) crystal structures, and hexagonal

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ryan Barlow, zyBooks; Adrian Rodriguez, zyBooks; Lauren Fogg; Linda Ratts, Wiley; Yasaman Adibi, zyBooks; Jenny Welter, Wiley; Mary Fraley, Michigan Technological University

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understanding the material and solving engineering problems as well as on theirdesire to become an engineer. Finally, students were asked how often they felt specific emotionswhile using the zyBook, such as interested, distressed, excited, and ashamed. The student surveydata showed that the majority of students reported that the interactive elements contributed totheir success in the course and the zyBook increased their understanding of the course contentand increased their confidence in solving engineering problems.IntroductionSelf-efficacy is grounded in a large theoretical framework known as social cognitive theory,which states that human achievement depends on interactions between one's behaviors, personalfactors, and environmental conditions [1

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jacob Kelter, Northwestern University; Jonathan Daniel Emery, Northwestern University

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describe the structureof the course as a whole, provide detailed descriptions of two units in the course to illustrate howcomputational models can be used to teach core MSE concepts, and discuss how this approachdiffers from the traditional approach.1 Background: computation in MSE, ABM in education, and learning theories1.1 Computation in MSEComputational materials science and engineering (MSE) dates to at least the 1980s, and in thepast 20 years the MSE community has begun to recognize the crucial importance ofcomputational tools in accelerating the development, discovery, and design of new materials.There is widespread consensus among academics, national labs, and industry that computationwill play an increasingly important role in MSE and that

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joel L Galos, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Aaron Zachary Chandler Friedman, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Ethan Jamosmos, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Sarah Isabel Allec, Citrine Informatics; Brina Blinzler, The University of Kansas; Lessa Grunenfelder, University of Southern California; Adam R Carberry, The Ohio State University

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promotes AIliteracy for students before they enter higher education. Specifically, Laupichler et al. andHornberger et al. [6-8] developed assessments that include questions ranging from ‘Nameexamples of technical applications that are supported by artificial intelligence’ to ‘Give a shortoverview about the history of artificial intelligence’.In this work we describe an active learning framework where students design, manufacture, andtest to create robust process-structure-properties linkages of 3D printed materials. We aim toexplore these aspects using a novel ‘design-driven’ approach (Figure 1) that emphasizes the useof software interfaces that do not require computer programming skills to solve engineeringproblems with AI and ML. This approach

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Olubiyi Obada, Ahmadu Bello University, Nigeria; Simeon Akindele Abolade, Atlantic Technological University, Ireland; Shittu Babatunde Akinpelu, Atlantic Technological University, Ireland; Ayodeji Nathaniel Oyedeji, Ahmadu Bello University, Nigeria; Emmanuel Okafor, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Saudi Arabia; Cynthia Ujuh Odili, Ahmadu Bello University, Nigeria; Vanessa Faustina Ogenyi; Sokoga Victor Ategbe, Ahmadu Bello University, Nigeria; Adrian Oshioname Eberemu, Ahmadu Bello University, Nigeria; Fatai Olukayode Anafi, Ahmadu Bello University, Nigeria; Abdulkarim Salawu Ahmed, Ahmadu Bello University, Nigeria; Akinlolu Akande, Atlantic Technological University. Ireland; Raymond Bacsmond Bako

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performancebased on the coefficient of determination R2 value (0.94) revealed that the model demonstratesgood performance in predicting the bulk modulus of the perovskite materials used during thepractical sections. The survey results after the teaching and practical sessions indicate that thelearning modules are an effective introduction for novice engineering students in this domainand raise awareness of the importance of this important sub-section of AI.Keywords: Engineering Education; Artificial Intelligence; Machine Learning; Perovskites;Materials Science 1. IntroductionMachine learning (ML) is a subfield of artificial intelligence (AI) that has been effectivelyapplied in various problem domains such as computer vision [1], speech recognition [2

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jonathan R. Brown, The Ohio State University; Elvin Beach, The Ohio State University

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contextsimproves student learning and engagement and increase retention [1], [2]. Thus, to address theseissues, between the spring 2021 and spring 2022 offerings we redesigned the ModSim sequenceto add several specific connections between the systems studied across the physical labsequences.This work to integrate computational approaches in the materials curriculum is especiallyrelevant to share with other departments across the country given the recent national emphasis,through the Materials Genome Initiative and other programs, in using computational tools toenable rational design of materials [3]. In one example, CALPHAD was applied to design a new,cheaper alloy used to manufacture nickels [4]. Computational tools are crucial towards the goalof inverse

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 3

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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William D. Callister Jr., University of Utah; David G. Rethwisch, The University of Iowa

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-discipline, motivation, commitment to studying/learning, and course preparation (prerequisites) • For the instructor—personality, expectations of students, recognition of student limitations, pace of course, commitment to quality instruction, empathy for students • Course/classroom conditions—class size, classroom size and arrangement, meeting time • Mode of teaching—lecture, active learning [1], problem-based learning [2], “flipped classroom” [3], Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning (POGIL) [4]Of course, each of these modes of teaching has its advantages and disadvantages. In addition,many of the factors listed are outside the instructors’ jurisdictions. The authors of this paper have been involved with

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 3

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carlos R. Corleto, Texas A&M University; Matt Pharr, Texas A&M University; Bruce A Conway, Texas A&M University; Shadi Balawi, Texas A&M University; Bruce L. Tai, Texas A&M University

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author of 10 patents and multiple publications/presentations at technical and engineering education conferences. Areas of expertise and research interest include, Deformation & Failure Mechanisms, Materials Science, Fracture Mechanics, Process-Structure-Property Relationships, Finite Element Stress Analysis Modeling & Failure Analysis, ASME BPV Code Sec VIII Div. 1 & 2, API 579/ASME FFS-1 Code, Materials Testing and Engineering Education. Professionally registered engineer in the State of Texas (PE).Matt Pharr, Texas A&M University Matt Pharr is an Associate Professor and J. Mike Walker ’66 Faculty Fellow in Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University with a courtesy appointment in Materials

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Anuja Kamat, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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car airbags, space systems [1], and bio-medical devices. It is also considered a therapeuticexercise [2]. Researchers at the University of Illinois and Georgia Tech have been doing researchon the use of origami for civil engineering [3]. When Civil Engineering Materials became anonline class for Fall 2020 semester, the authors decided to reimagine the content of the classwhile teaching in an online format instead of simply replicating the in-person content in anonline format. The author’s university is known for hands-on learning and the students come tothe school for this experience. So, adding hands-on content was important. The course is called “Advanced Civil Engineering Materials”. It is a part of the Structuralminor. The

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lessa Kay Grunenfelder, University of Southern California

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at colleges and universities worldwide. When paired with a hands-on laboratoryexperience, the foundational concepts of materials science can be made tangible to students. In alecture-only course, however, the relevance of course content to real-world application is oftenlost, and student understanding can suffer. This is because simple coverage of material by aninstructor is not sufficient for student learning [1]. Research has shown that students are moremotivated to learn when knowledge of course content can be connected to the solution to apractical problem [2]. To this end, it has been suggested that project-based learning (PBL) is aviable tool to support life-long learning and student understanding [3].Prince and Felder [2] define PBL

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 3

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shayna Earle, McMaster University ; Liza-Anastasia DiCecco, McMaster University; Dakota M Binkley, McMaster University; Muhammad Arshad, McMaster University ; Andrew Lucentini, McMaster University ; Gerald Tembrevilla, McMaster University, Mount Saint Vincent University; Bosco Yu PhD, P.Eng, McMaster University, University of Victoria

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- terials science instructor for the Engineering 1 program at McMaster University. He was also one of the lead project developers for the first-year multidisciplinary project-based learning course (ENG 1P13). Dr. Yu’s pedagogical approach focuses on experiential learning, collaborative learning, gamified learning, student-centred education, and design-led materials science education. Dr. Yu joined the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the U. of Victoria in September 2022 as an Assistant Professor. He leads a research group (”Hybrid 3D”) that leverages additive manufacturing to develop new generations of hy- brid materials that are lightweight, recyclable and highly tunable to solve global sustainable development

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Olubiyi Obada, Africa Centre of Excellence on New Pedagogies in Engineering Education, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria; Adrian Oshioname Eberemu; Kazeem A. Salami, Ahmadu Bello University; Ayodeji Nathaniel Oyedeji, Ahmadu Bello University; Akinlolu Akande; Fatai Olukayode Anafi, Ahmadu Bello University; Abdulkarim Salawu Ahmed

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, Abdulkarim S. Ahmed3,5, Fatai O. Anafi1,5,Adrian O. Eberemu4,5, Ayodeji N. Oyedeji1,5,6, Kazeem A. Salami1,6, Akinlolu Akande7, David Dodoo-Arhin8 1 Department of Mechanical Engineering, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria 2 Department of Educational Foundations and Curriculum, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria 3 Department of Chemical Engineering, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria 4 Department of Civil Engineering, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria 5 Africa Centre of Excellence on New Pedagogies in Engineering Education, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria 6

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jayanta K. Banerjee, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)

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, namely, Mechanical,Civil, Electrical, Chemical and Industrial, have courses on materials, both at the undergraduate andgraduate levels as well as funded research projects in materials. Furthermore, the Faculty of Arts andSciences has similar emphasis in materials, in the departments of Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Geology.In sum, the Division of Materials of ASEE is of great interest for our academic improvement [1]. Hence, thispaper!Over the last few years, several natural and man-made phenomena have affected any progress of thissmall island. While the earthquakes and the hurricanes are natural phenomena, not disasters, COVID-19was certainly a man-made cataclysm. We had a severe earthquake, over 7 on Richter’s Scale, plus COVID-19 started

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sofia Ahmed, University of Florida; Matthew J. Traum

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must produce. Conventional tensile testing machinesare available in a range from 0.02 N to 2,000 kN. However, to keep cost low for a mechanics ofmaterials instructional laboratory kit, it is desirable to target the lowest possible force that wouldbe useful in an educational lab setting on a benchtop machine.BackgroundCurrent laboratory-scale stress-strain tensile testing machines are large and expensive, typicallyrequiring institutional capital expenditure to acquire. As such, they are not easily accessible forremote learners, making tensile testing difficult to perform by students taking engineering classesonline. To be accessible and useful for engineering student learning, a benchtop replacement forbrick-and-mortar tensile testers must be 1

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 3

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Stephen Andrew Wilkerson P.E., York College of Pennsylvania; Stephen N. Kuchnicki, York College of Pennsylvania; Aidan T. McFall

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 3

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michael Roberts, University of Florida

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. Thestudy analyzed student performance and course evaluations from an introductory materialsscience and engineering course at a university in the Southeastern United States. Initial findingsindicated that the average exam scores between the traditional and flipped setups did not differsignificantly. Further examination of the exam results was conducted to identify areas of difficultyand develop an enhanced approach for delivering course material. Additionally, the studyassessed student satisfaction levels through analysis of course evaluation data.1. IntroductionEngineering education involves researching and establishing effective instructional methods inhigher education. In higher education, instructors often teach larger numbers of students than

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 3

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Adrian Nat Gentry, Purdue University; Langdon A. Feltner, Purdue University; Paul Mort, Purdue University

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microplastics) [1], [2]. Particle science plays acrucial role in product quality, material transport and storage, manufacturing processes andadvancement of materials science [3]. For example, understanding particle behavior (i.e., dryflow, aggregation and agglomeration) at a mass scale is crucial to the safety and improvement ofstorage, transport and manufacturing processes [3].Despite calls since the 1990’s to increase the availability of a uniform particle sciencecurriculum, little progress has been made in integrating particle science into the currentengineering curriculum—resulting in a limited number of engineers trained in the field [1].Within the United States, particle science courses are sparse and lack uniformity within thematerials and

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 3

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Aroba Saleem, University of Florida; Idris Jeelani, University of Florida

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development of innovative and engagingeducational games and extend the reach of such pedagogical strategies across various STEM andnon-STEM fields. 1. IntroductionThe U.S. undergraduate engineering programs are experiencing a decline in enrollment [1]. Thistrend weakens the United States’ longstanding leadership in global engineering and STEM fields,which has been declining over the past decade [2]. While the engineering workforce is evolving,there's an increasing emphasis on diversifying and expanding the appeal of undergraduateengineering programs. Addressing this challenge requires a shift towards more engaging anddiverse educational approaches in engineering education. This shift is not only essential formaintaining the country's competitive

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 3

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Luciana Lisa Lao, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore; LAY POH TAN

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, Materialsand Sustainability was introduced to prepare students to better meet the needs of variousindustries towards a circular economy and sustainable Earth.We strongly believe that the newly revamped curriculum will prepare Materials Engineeringstudents with essential knowledge and skills necessary to adapt in the ever-advancingengineering industry and excel in their career.1. BackgroundThe fast-paced advancement in science and technology means timely revision of existingcurriculums is important to avoid instances where learners gain obsolete skills that lackglobal competitiveness [1], [2]. In 2020, we embarked on a curriculum review for MaterialsEngineering undergraduate programme. We are determined to ensure that our curriculumadequately prepare

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 2

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nutnicha Nigon, Oregon State University; Julie Tucker, Oregon State University; Milo Koretsky, Tufts University

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those who did not answer correctly receiving aless difficult question. However, sometimes, when correct, a student interpreted a similarquestion as an indication they were incorrect the first time. We also describe differences in theways students negotiated uncertainty and how they engaged in the more extensive instructionaltools. This paper contributes both to how students conceptually engage with complex materialsscience content and how student-technology interactions can support or hinder learning.Keywords: conceptual learning, knowledge in pieces, adaptive learning module, think aloud,materials science.IntroductionEngineering educators are increasingly emphasizing the importance of students’ conceptuallearning [1]. At the same time, the

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 2

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Matthew D Goodman, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Saadeddine Shehab, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Nicholas Robert Pozza; Blake Everett Johnson, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; jean-charles stinville, University of Illionis Urbana-Champaign

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throughout the program’s curriculum to complete a design project. This paperinvestigates the ongoing work of restructuring a traditional one-semester, 3-credit springcapstone experience in materials science and engineering into a two-semester fall (1-credit) andspring (2-credit) experience. During the restructuring of the capstone experience, the Human-Centered Design (HCD) framework, a method to formalize the design process in discrete stages,was integrated into the course content. Due to course catalog constraints, a 1-credit fall coursewas piloted in Fall 2022 as an elective for seniors (enrollment was approximately 30% of thesenior population); the traditional 3-credit course was still required of all seniors in Spring 2023.Aspects of HCD were

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 3

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yljing Stehle, Union College

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design of PB-Lab engages students with active learning and authentic learning; theysee how what they are learning in materials sciences can be applied as working engineers.Students experience the interdependent and integrated nature of the materials developmentprocess in the lab and generate their own concepts about addressing global challenges. Insummary, PB-Lab engages students in identifying problems, developing potential solutionsthrough materials characterization and analysis in the lab, and delivering effectivecommunication in the form of lab reports or presentations. 1. Introduction Materials science (MER 213/lab) at Union College is a sophomore-level course integralto understanding the properties and applications of

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 2

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Himani Sharma, Georgia Institute of Technology

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institutions and industry cannot be overstated [1, 2]. Out of the four key stakeholders(students, faculty, industry and society) in engineering education, industry is considered a majorone as it is a ultimate customer for the students universities graduate [3]. Not only does theindustry set the requirements for the engineering education but also plays a pivotal role inshaping the curriculum to meet the evolving needs of the workforce. The relationship betweenacademia and industry relies on feedback between the stakeholders (students, faculty andindustry) allowing educational institutions to align their programs with industry standards andadvancements, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared and relevant in a rapidly changingconsumer market space

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 2

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sarah A Goodman, Stevens Institute of Technology; Emily L Atieh, Stevens Institute of Technology

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, meaning that eachstudent already has unique pre-existing knowledge about how materials behave. From cooking,to skincare and makeup, to car maintenance, we all have hands-on life experience with countlessmaterials that guides us towards an understanding of structure-property relationships.In this work, we implement a final project in an introductory MSE course in which students areasked to 1) identify an area of opportunity or “problem” on campus, 2) propose a materials-enabled solution to the problem, and 3) present a poster that outlines the proposed on-campusproject. By setting the project on-campus, students are being asked to draw from their own lifeexperience and think about issues that impact themselves and other members of the

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 2: Activities with Impact! Special Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Derek Breid, Saint Vincent College

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foil but has no effect on the block. Therefore, it can be valuable to takean active learning approach to teaching these key concepts, so that students can formulate anintuitive understanding of stress and strain that can carry forward as they encounter moreadvanced engineering concepts.Here, we present a discovery-based approach to introduce students to these concepts through theuse of crude tensile tests. The students are provided with elastomeric strips which are easy todeform using human strength and have the added advantage of being highly reusable due to theirelasticity.The classroom approach is as follows: 1) Introduce the concept of a tensile test as a way that engineers can probe the behavior of materials when they are subjected

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 6

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Claes Fredriksson, University West, Sweden; Claes Fredriksson

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materials. This town has also made itself known for forward-thinkingactivities within domestic infrastructure, such as biogas city buses [1], extensive renewabledistrict heating [2] and production technology [3], as well as higher education. It is a medium-sized Swedish town with links to this industrial history that makes it a main local provider ofgraduated Engineering students. That was also one reason for the online professionaldevelopment course program that was created by this University as an Industry-Academycollaboration, within the ExSus project (EXpert Competence for SUStainable Production).Since the Aerospace and Transport industry are some of the main local stakeholders, it wasnatural to include a strong focus on relevant, so called