Conference Session

ME Division 11: Beyond the Build: Communication, Collaboration, and Reflection

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jonathan Weaver-Rosen, Texas A&M University; Shadi Balawi, Texas A&M University; Mohammad Waqar Mohiuddin; Joanna Tsenn, Texas A&M University; Carlos R. Corleto P.E., Texas A&M University

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

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). ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Teaching Conflict Management for TeamworkThis is a Work in Progress paper.IntroductionTeamwork ability, a highly recognized soft skill in the engineering

Conference Session

ME Division 7: Making it Matter: Projects and Communication

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sudeshna Pal, University of Central Florida; Sierra Outerbridge, University of Central Florida; Mohammadreza Chimehrad, University of Central Florida; Michelle Taub, University of Central Florida; Hyoung Jin Cho, University of Central Florida

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Diversity

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

resources, and make practicaldecisions. The collaborative nature of hands-on projects also fosters essential soft skills such asteamwork, communication, and management, which are increasingly emphasized byaccreditation bodies such as ABET and employers. [4], [5]Research has shown that PBL significantly improves student engagement and motivation byproviding clear connections between theoretical principles and their practical applications. Thisapproach particularly benefits students with diverse learning needs, as it accommodates learnerswho might struggle with traditional lecture-based instruction. [6] Furthermore, the iterativenature of project work helps develop the engineering mindset necessary for solving open-endedproblems and dealing with

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sean Stephen Tolman, Utah Valley University; Matthew J Jensen, Utah Valley University; Israd Hakim Jaafar, Utah Valley University; Amanda Bordelon, Utah Valley University; Bennington J Willardson, Utah Valley University

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Diversity

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

contact information if they chose to use Google Docs.Additionally, two website links were provided to the students, as helpful guides for the creationof their Portfolio [7], [8].The mentors ended the meeting by discussing some of their personal reasons for how thestudents could benefit from creating and maintaining an ePortfolio. These reasons tended tofocus on assisting with internship and career opportunities, developing soft skills througheffective written communication, and aiding in the retention of the skills and knowledge theyacquired during their courses. This rationale will be revisited in later semesters when thestudents are interacting with their industry mentors, which was discussed above.High Impact PracticesThe CAM program