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MECH - Technical Session 8: Sustainability and Interdisciplinary Learning

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Leah Mendelson, Harvey Mudd College; Drew Price, Harvey Mudd College

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characterizestudents’ prior knowledge and experience with the design process, we conducted a curriculumreview of published course catalogs. This curriculum review aims to inform survey developmentthat can be applicable to a broad set of institutions. The curriculum review sought to assess (1)what percentage of upper-division mechanical design courses require an explicit prerequisite orcorequisite course in design and (2) how that background compares to other core mechanicalengineering subjects. The prerequisite chain for all courses was followed as far back asinformation was available (to courses such as statics and first year math and physics). Weadditionally flagged programs that included a prior design course in their curriculum but did notdesignate that

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MECH - Technical Session 13: Technological Advancements and Applications

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Simon Njoroge, University of Washington; Arwen Elizabeth Pearson, University of Washington; Heather Dillon, University of Washington

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[19] (n = 34) (n = 30) (n = 19) Number of Concepts 13.97 15.60 17 17.16 (NC) Highest Hierarchy 4.74 4.13 2.89 2.68 (HH) Number of Crosslinks 1.09 1.27 1.00 2.32 (NCL)ConclusionsThe study sought to evaluate the effectiveness of concept maps as a teaching tool in numerical methodsfor undergraduate mechanical engineering students, focusing on root solving methods and entrepreneurialmindset concepts. Integration of concept maps as an instructional tool in numerical methods andengineering education as a whole presents a

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 4: Professional Preparation

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Talha Bin Asad, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University ; Diana Bairaktarova, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Beyza Nur Guler, University of California, Irvine

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’ and prepares students for full-time careers in industry. Themulti-module program encompasses the overview, in depth anatomy, search techniques, andeveryday utilization of standards. The program was implemented with flipped classroom andteam-based project instruction in mechanical design engineering classes with great success. Not only the knowledge of engineering standards is necessary, but educating studentson the real-world applications of engineering standards is crucial. Currently, standardseducation is lacking and not fully incorporated into the undergraduate mechanical engineeringcurriculum. So far researchers only mentioned Purdue University in the US as an example ofsuccessful integration of codes and standards education into

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 2: Thermo-Fluids Projects and Active Learning

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ibrahim Hassan P.E., Texas A&M University at Qatar; Omar Al-Ani, Texas A&M University at Qatar

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, gas power cycles, and refrigeration cycles. Each cyclewas covered in an assignment. The assignment prompt was to analyze the cycles by hand usingsteam tables or ideal gas relationships and then to simulate the cycle using a commonly usedprocess simulator, Aspen Plus. This allowed students to compare their hand-calculated answerswith the Aspen simulation. Students were provided a comprehensive video tutorial in thebeginning of the semester to explain how to use the software. After evaluating the assignmentssubmitted by the students, it was found that students were proficient in the use of the software toanalyze basic and complex thermofluid cycles. By integrating software that is commonly used inindustry, students will be better prepared to

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MECH - Technical Session 3: Advancements in Teaching Mechanical Engineering

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Namhee Kim, Western Carolina University

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an undergraduate CFD course,” in 2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, 2011, pp. 22–1188. [4] C. E. Hailey and R. E. Spall, “An introduction of cfd into the undergraduate engineering program,” in 2000 Annual Conference, 2000, pp. 5–102. [5] D. Blekhman, “Lessons learned in adopting a CFD package,” in 2007 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, 2007, pp. 12–1017. [6] Y. M. Panta, H. W. Kim, P. C. Adhikari, and S. Aryal, “Work-in-progress: integration of hands-on computational fluid dynamics (cfd) in undergraduate curriculum,” in 2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, 2012, pp. 25–1492. [7] Q. H. Mazumder, M. Aslam, and F. Mazumder, “Integration of CFD and EFD for experiential learning in fluid

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 4: Professional Preparation

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Procopio; John Morris, Clemson University; John R. Wagner P.E., Clemson University

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features. The growing use of PLM worldwide has generated a need forengineering and technology graduates with basic knowledge and experience in this area. Byintegrating the software and accompanying process paradigms into the curriculum and/or offeringsupplemental PLM software workshops, students can join the work force ready to contribute withtheir virtual designs [2]. Companies will be able to depend on recent graduates to immediately stepinto more responsible technical roles due to a background in PLM software and strategies. Notonly will this benefit students as they will be able to integrate themselves into the company quicker,but businesses will be able to provide entry level hires with greater opportunities to help theenterprise. An emphasis

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Prashanta Dutta, Washington State University; Soobin Seo, Washington State University; Tahira M Probst, Washington State University; Joseph M Hewa, Washington State University

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, students will take additional interdisciplinary coursework focused on trainingstudents in entrepreneurship and applied psychology to conduct user experience research for thepurposes of integrating user feedback into the technical design features of the robots andautonomous systems in development. Replicating the design of the course evaluation, retrospectivesurveys coupled with content analysis of students’ problem-based learning projects will be used toevaluate the development of an interdisciplinary mindset, communication, teamwork, researchethics, and project management skills. Together, this work will shed light on the pivotal role ofinterdisciplinary education in shaping the engineers of tomorrow, poised to transform thelandscape of robotics

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MECH - Technical Session 10: Special Topics and Innovative Methods in Mechanical Engineering

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bo Yu, Utah Valley University; Anne-marie A Lerner, University of Wisconsin, Platteville; Mike Zampaloni, University of Wisconsin, Platteville

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Zampaloni, University of Wisconsin, Platteville ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Entrepreneurial Minded Learning in a Core Junior-Level Mechanical Vibrations CourseAbstractThis paper describes the implementation of a project that incorporated prototyping and theentrepreneurial mindset into a core, junior-level Mechanical Vibrations course in the mechanicalengineering curriculum. The course underwent an update that included the modification of ahands-on prototyping project integrating aspects of the entrepreneurial mindset into the projectrequirements starting Summer 2021. The project required that all aspects were verified usingtraditional theoretical relationships, were

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 2: Thermo-Fluids Projects and Active Learning

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elizabeth "Elisha" M.H. Garcia Ph.D., PE, United States Coast Guard Academy

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, 2003.[4] A. Shekar, “Projects-based learning in engineering design education: sharing best practices,”2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Indianapolis, IN, USA, June 15-18, 2014.[Online]Available: https://peer.asee.org/22949. [Accessed February 12, 2023].[5] W. L. Stone and H. Jack, “Project-based learning integrating engineering technology andengineering,” 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Columbus, OH, USA, June 24-28,2017. [Online] Available: https://peer.asee.org/28770. [Accessed February 12, 2023].[6] L. Albers and L. Bottomly, “The impact of actively based learning, a new instructionalmethod, in an existing mechanical engineering curriculum for fluid mechanics,” 2011 ASEEAnnual Conference & Exposition, Vancouver

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MECH - Technical Session 4: Innovation in Engineering Education Methods

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Karen Supan, Norwich University

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Artificial Intelligence Case Studies in a Thermodynamics CourseIntroductionWith the explosion of ChatGPT in the past year, it seems that Artificial Intelligence (AI) iseverywhere, but engineering students may not realize its application beyond writing papers. Theaim of this study was to build an AI teaching module that could be implemented into existingMechanical Engineering Curriculum. Rather than teach students how to build neural networksor large language models, the module focused on how AI is utilized in Nuclear Power Plants.The module was then implemented into a Thermodynamics II course, directly following a uniton vapor power plants. The full course outline can be found in Appendix A, Table A1. Sevencase studies from AI and Nuclear Energy

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MECH - Technical Session 13: Technological Advancements and Applications

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Golnaz Mirfenderesgi, The Ohio State University; Syedah Zahra Atiq, The Ohio State University

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-onprogramming experience, students develop the proficiency to apply computational tools insimulating and solving problems related to heat transfer, fluid dynamics, structural integrity, andother critical aspects of mechanical systems. The course aims to equip students with thenecessary skills to effectively utilize numerical methods and computer programming in thecontext of mechanical engineering, thereby preparing them for their future courses as well asreal-world engineering applications.This three-credit course is traditionally offered in two sections during autumn semesters, with anaverage enrollment of 100 students in each section, and in one section during spring semesters,with an average enrollment of 250 students. The course comprises two

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 12: Prerequisite Skills and Knowledge

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alexander John De Rosa, University of Delaware; Teri Kristine Reed, University of Oklahoma; Angela E. Arndt

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onfindings from the literature in mathematics that suggested revisiting fundamental mathematicalconcepts and reinforcing them throughout the curriculum [10]. Thought was also given to thefact that while students may understand the math, they might not see how it is applied in a givencontext, or the approximations and assumptions they are required to make to solve a certainproblem [11,12]. An intervention such as the one to be developed here, was suggested (but notexplored) in the literature as a potential tool for remedying these problems [13,14].In this work-in-progress paper we present the results of an emergent think aloud interviewprotocol [15-17] that examines student ability to transfer knowledge and the barriers they face indoing so while

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MECH - Technical Session 14: Advanced Pedagogical Techniques

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anahita Ayasoufi, Auburn University; Golbou Makki; Amanda Sterling, Auburn University; Kyle D Schulze, Auburn University; ASHU SHARMA, Auburn University; Jeffrey C. Suhling, Auburn University; Daniel Kevin Harris

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used the research to refine the instrument in its 2nd and 3rd editions. They reduced the number of the basic scales from its original 14 to 10, eliminating overlapping categories. They also limited the number of questions to an efficient 60 items [10].II. Methodology: Implementation of LASSI in the department A. The decision: The Assessment Committee in the department of mechanical engineering oversees evaluating each ABET student outcome. The committee accomplishes this task by assigning one or more outcomes to its members who in turn devise appropriate evaluation methods, coordinate integration of the methods in the curriculum, analyze the data, and

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MECH - Technical Session 15: Engineering Education Research and Reviews

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hayden J Wulf, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Grace Panther, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Heidi A. Diefes-Dux, University of Nebraska, Lincoln

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moreemphasis on ABET skills 2-7. One way to for instructors to better understand how to incorporateABET skills 2-7 in the classroom is by increasing the level of collaboration between academiaand industry to incorporate the changing needs of engineering industry into curriculum [12].Curriculum should be regularly reviewed to ensure it is meeting ABET standards across multiplecourses which will enable students an opportunity to practice and refine their skills over time.From the data, it is clear that instructors need to provide students with opportunities to improveon skills that go beyond basic problem-solving. Not only is student development necessary,reflecting on how to integrate more of the ABET outcomes across the curriculum helps to fulfilthe

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 5: Preparing the Future Workforce

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Roya Salehzadeh, University of Alabama; Gustavo Galvani, University of Alabama; Anahita Zargarani, University of Alabama ; Nader Jalili, University of Alabama; Daniel J. Fonseca, University of Alabama

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role that such aspects play in the industry. 2. I can integrate it with everyday elementary standards and communication skills. 3. By combining simulation and hands-on training rather than focusing on one more than the other. 4. labs and bringing in some of the speakers to the class and information gathering will be incorporated. 5. Hands-on activities and simulations. Regarding the needed resources to teach manufacturing-based courses at theirschool/education center, several items were mentioned by the participants, including “access tothe curriculum of the manufacturing program at the university and the supplies that go along withit”; “speakers”; “equipment”; “licensing”; “trained professionals that can teach the

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MECH - Technical Session 12: Promoting Student Success and Motivation

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jenni Buckley, University of Delaware; Amy Trauth, American Instiutes for Research (AIR); David L Burris, University of Delaware; Alexander John De Rosa, University of Delaware

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into future courses.The primary purpose of this study was to conduct a preliminary evaluation of the course bymeasuring pre- to post-course changes in self-confidence for specific communications tasks. Inaddition, we present the curriculum for Technical Communications as open-source content, withthe intention that others will adopt and modify elements of this novel GS course. The results ofthis study may be of interest to other programs seeking to create an early-years technicalcommunications course that features situated industry experiences and engages students incommunication strategies used in the workplace.MethodsCurricular DesignTechnical Communications was designed as a standalone course for first-year mechanicalengineering students, to

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MECH - Technical Session 1: Foundations of Engineering Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Thomas Shepard, University of St. Thomas

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) Disagree (3) Neutral (4) Agree (5) Strongly Agree2. In comparison to the time required to solve a calculation problem, an error detection problem on the same subject requires: (1) Much less time (2) Less time (3) Same time (4) More time (5) Much more time3. Practicing error detection problems helps me avoid mistakes on calculation problems for the same subject: (1) Strongly Disagree (2) Disagree (3) Neutral (4) Agree (5) Strongly Agree4. In my engineering curriculum, I would prefer to see: (1) No error detection problems (2) Some error detection problems in each course (0-1 per chapter) (3) Many error detection problems per course (1-2 per chapter) (4) No opinion either way5. What % of your

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MECH - Technical Session 15: Engineering Education Research and Reviews

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ibrahim Nihad Awartani, University of Cincinnati; Iman Shayegani, University of Cincinnati; David Allen Evenhouse, University of Cincinnati; So Yoon Yoon, University of Cincinnati

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has had a few years of experience in the construction and consulting fields as an MEP and stakeholder manager. His research interests are focused on course interventions, concept inventories, international curricula, accessibility, and course climates.Iman Shayegani, University of Cincinnati Iman Shayegani is a Ph.D. student at University of Cincinnati. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from University of Tehran and his Master’s degree in the same field from Shiraz university. He had been an educational consultant and a mathematics teacher for over 10 years in Iran, and helped more than 1000 people to become successful in the University Entrance Exam before starting his Ph.D. program

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MECH - Technical Session 15: Engineering Education Research and Reviews

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mohaned Samer Ahmed, Texas A&M Univeristy at Qatar; Osama Desouky, Texas A&M University at Qatar; Marwa AbdelGawad, Texas A&M University at Qatar

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include manufacturing technology, materials science, 3D printing, experiments, product design, and systems engineering for the development of additive manufacturing systems.Dr. Marwa AbdelGawad, Texas A&M University at Qatar Dr. Marwa AbdelGawad is an Instructional Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University at Qatar. She earned her Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University (USA), where her research focused on examining the impact of microstructure on the corrosion response and mechanical integrity of magnesium alloys used in biomedical applications, specifically orthopedic implants, which resulted in the publication of several papers in prestigious journals and presentations at conferences

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MECH - Technical Session 3: Advancements in Teaching Mechanical Engineering

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Angela R Bielefeldt, University of Colorado Boulder; Joan Tisdale, University of Colorado Boulder

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integration (e.g., James MadisonUniversity) or an environmental or sustainability-focused track (e.g., Olin, Baylor, Arizona StateUniversity, University of San Diego, Lafayette, Grand Valley State). In addition, there is asustainable engineering concentration within civil engineering at Arizona State University and arenewable energy engineering degree offered at the Oregon Institute of Technology [24]. The airpollution and energy aspects of environmental engineering are often integrated into mechanicalengineering. Some mechanical engineering programs offer concentrations or certificates inenergy and sustainability or the environment, such as Boston University, NorthwesternUniversity, Arizona State University, and the University of Michigan

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MECH - Technical Session 3: Advancements in Teaching Mechanical Engineering

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mohammad Abu Rafe Biswas, The University of Texas at Tyler; Prabha Sundaravadivel, The University of Texas at Tyler; Aaditya Khanal, The University of Texas at Tyler

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implement incourses for student learning. For the first approach, there is a Center for Excellence in Teachingand Learning at many universities that is a valuable resource for faculty to get assistance withdeveloping customized curricula [4]. However, not all universities have these centers. Moreover,the staff often lacks a background in STEM at these centers [4].The second approach involves of Kern Entrepreneurial Engineering Network (KEEN) (andEngineering Unleashed), which is a great resource for faculty to observe and learn to incorporateEML into courses and curriculum [1, 5]. However, recruitment and marketing are limited tonetwork schools, and a limited curriculum has an EML-based PBL with a digital communicationassessment. An example of the

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MECH - Technical Session 3: Advancements in Teaching Mechanical Engineering

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Arif Sirinterlikci Ph.D., CMfgE, Robert Morris University; Ronald Saus, Robert Morris University

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prerequisite of English 1110, First Year Writing or equivalent. At the end of the semester, students submit textual conceptual reports, 3D graphical images, and physical projects which are manually made or 3D printed simulating an ancient device of their choice [6]. In his paper, A Non-Traditional and Multi-Disciplinary Approach to Teaching Mechanisms and More, the lead author, Sirinterlikci, described an Honors course he developed at Ohio Northern University [7]. It was intended to give students a cross-disciplinary learning experience while dealing with integration of art, engineering theory, and fabrication elements. The approach utilized various means of teaching mechanisms, consequently addressing various types of

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Vincent Nguyen, University of Maryland College Park; Elisabeth Smela, University of Maryland College Park

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include: failures to recruitnon-engineering students despite partnerships across campus, challenges in selecting projectsthat fit within the framework of an academic course structure, student successes and challenges,the existing funding structure and the challenges of developing this aspect within the course, andfinally future directions and plans to continue the effort.Introduction to “Entrepreneurial Design Realization” (EDR)In Spring of 2020, the authors were awarded a small grant to integrate and track sustainabilityaspects into the undergraduate engineering curriculum. A major aspect of this effort is toconsider the overall student impact across the multi-year experience. In exploring thisprogrammatic impact, a question arose, “Are we

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MECH - Technical Session 4: Innovation in Engineering Education Methods

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rachel Vitali, The University of Iowa

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with students to better understand how the seminar influenced theirperceptions and what other activities or experiences also contribute to those changes as well.References[1] S. Condoor, "Importance of teaching the history of technology," IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference, vol. 1, pp. T2G7-T2G-10, 2004.[2] K. C. D'Alessandro, M. K. Swenty and W. N. Collins, "Integrating History into Engineering Curriculum," American Society for Engineering Education - Southeast Section, pp. 1-7, 2014.[3] N. Dabbagh and D. A. Menascé, "Student perceptions of engineering entrepreneurship: An exploratory study," Journal of Engineering Education, vol. 95, no. 2, pp. 153-164, 2006.[4] M. Davis, "Defining “Engineer:" How To Do It and Why It Matters

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MECH - Technical Session 7: Assessment and Evaluation in Engineering Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kalon Ma Bienz, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Devon Bountry, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Chang Rui Liu, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Behnam Ghalamchi

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Rui Liu, Behnam Ghalamchi Cal Poly, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis ObispoAbstractThis study presents an in-depth exploration of the implications of integrating digital twins intoengineering education. Drawing on an extensive review of published research papers, conferencepapers, and case studies, the research is structured into several key chapters focusing on thedefinition of digital twins (DT), their relationship with engineering education, their influence ondiversity and inclusion, and their alignment with ethical engineering principles. The studyculminates in proposing a novel approach to integrating digital twins into engineering education.We propose a new lab for the mechanical vibrations course

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MECH - Technical Session 4: Innovation in Engineering Education Methods

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carmen Maria Muller-Karger, Florida International University; Luis U. Medina Uzcategui, Universidad Austral de Chile

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Mechanical Engineering, Biomechanics, Motion Analysis, Finite Element Analysis, Mechanical Medical Devices Design. Highly interested in Higher Education Curriculum Design, Academic Leadership, and teaching and classroom innovation. Courses taught: Intro to Engineering, Statics, Dynamics, Mechanics of Materials, Mechanical Vibrations, Intro to CAD (SolidWorks), Senior Design Project, Numerical Methods, Intro to Biomechanics.Dr. Luis U. Medina Uzcategui, Universidad Austral de Chile Dr. Medina, a Doctor in Engineering holder, currently serves as an academic at the University of Austral de Chile (UACh), specializing in instrumentation, measurement, and mechanical systems dynamics. He is also the coordinator of the Innovation

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MECH - Technical Session 7: Assessment and Evaluation in Engineering Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jennifer Melanie Bastiaan, Kettering University; Kristy Brinker Brouwer, Kettering University

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survey methodology, with a questionnaire deployedthat includes short answer questions. The responses are inductively coded and reported in thiswork. Moreover, lessons learned from designing and assigning original dynamic systems physicalexperiments to mechanical engineering undergraduate students are highlighted.1 IntroductionMECH-431, Dynamic Systems with Controls Laboratory, is a required course in the MechanicalEngineering (ME) undergraduate curriculum at Kettering University (KU). It is the companionlaboratory course to MECH-430, Dynamic Systems with Controls, which is a lecture course.Both courses feature topics in classical control theory. Proportional-Integral-Derivative (PID)controllers are emphasized, as they are commonly used in

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MECH - Technical Session 3: Advancements in Teaching Mechanical Engineering

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jamie Szwalek, The University of Illinois at Chicago; Christopher Carducci, The University of Illinois at Chicago

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. Overall, both thestudents’ design work and skills have benefitted; students can develop design solutions,effectively communicate design, evaluate designs, and recognize changes needed for the solutionto work. Using the design review process has helped increase student learning and positivelyaffected their communication skills.1 IntroductionME 347 is a third-year undergraduate design course for mechanical engineers which incorporatestheory and design with CAD (SolidWorks). The course gives them the most significant designexperience so far in the curriculum (ME 347 is also a pre-requisite course for senior design).Additionally, students take an earlier course, ME 250-Intro to Engineering Design, whichintroduces the design process and the

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 12: Prerequisite Skills and Knowledge

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ricardo Zaurin, University of Central Florida; Sudeshna Pal, University of Central Florida

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results of the pre-assessment and their performance in the course material. Laman and Brannon investigated theneed to integrate prerequisite materials in a structural design of foundations course utilizingelectronic media [14]. Velegol et al. provided online modules for prerequisite topics for online orflipped courses. Their results showed an improvement in the students' knowledge of theseprerequisites after watching the videos [15]. Weiss and Sanders created a Review Video Library(or RVL) to help students review the prerequisite topics for several courses in the mechanicalengineering curriculum. Survey results showed that undergraduates who watched the reviewvideos felt that they improved their knowledge in that subject [16]. In another study

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 11: Project and Research-Based Learning Environments

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stacie I. Ringleb, Old Dominion University; Pilar Pazos, Old Dominion University; Francisco Cima, Old Dominion University; Isaac Koduah Kumi, Old Dominion University; Orlando M. Ayala, Old Dominion University; Krishnanand Kaipa, Old Dominion University; Jennifer Jill Kidd, Old Dominion University; Kristie Gutierrez, Old Dominion University; Min Jung Lee, Old Dominion University

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)Collaboration 2 included computational methods for the first year of the project. In year two ofthe project, mechanical engineering had a curriculum change, and students taking a new class,electromechanical systems, participated in this project. The preservice teachers in collaboration2 were taking an educational technology class. Collaboration 2 met as an after-school club withfifth graders for approximately six weeks to design and build a bioinspired robot (Figure 3a).During the Covid-19 pandemic, this transitioned to zoom (Figure 3b), and returned to an in-person club in the spring of 2022 (Table 1) (a) (b)Figure 3. Students in collaboration 2 during the in-person after-school club (a) andworking