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- Mechanics Division (MECHS) Technical Session 7B
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- 2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
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- Huihui Qi, University of California, San Diego; Richard Eugene Vallejo Jr, University of California, San Diego; Changkai Chen, University of California, San Diego; Minju Kim, University of California, San Diego; Alex M. Phan, University of California, San Diego; Marko Lubarda, University of California, San Diego; Celeste Pilegard, University of California, San Diego; Curt Schurgers, University of California, San Diego
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Paper ID #48229Empowering engineering students to become more effective and self-regulatedlearners through course-integrated learning strategies intervention: a pilotstudy in a solid mechanics courseDr. Huihui Qi, University of California, San Diego Dr.Huihui Qi is an Associate Teaching Professor in the department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, at the University of California San Diego.Richard Eugene Vallejo Jr, University of California, San Diego Richard Vallejo is a fourth-year undergraduate student at UC San Diego majoring in Mechanical Engineering, completing his degree in June 2025. He works under Dr. Huihui Qi
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- Mechanics Division (MECHS) Technical Session 7B
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- 2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
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- Olivia Ryan, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Jacob R Grohs, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; David A. Dillard P.E., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; James Lord, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Cassie Wallwey, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Benjamin Edward Chaback, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Anita Walz, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
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complete assignments or find answers rather than for deeper learning or conceptual understanding. In higher education, textbooks are often used as a substitute for attending lectures or paying attention to them[22]. tudents often view textbooks as tools for completing homework or preparing for exams ratherSthan as a resource to support their conceptual understanding. This issue is particularly concerning in engineering, where developing a strong conceptual understanding is critical for success in upper-level courses. This suggests an opportunity to rethink how engineering textbooks are written and integrated into the curriculum. By prioritizing clarity and alignment with student needs, textbooks can be
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- Keeping It Real: Real World Examples and Systems Thinking
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- 2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
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- Kathryn Mary Rupe, Western Washington University; Eric Davishahl, Whatcom Community College; Lee Singleton, Whatcom Community College; Rebecca S. Borowski
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Paper ID #37739An Exploration of How Students Make Use of Hands-on Models to LearnStatics ConceptsDr. Kathryn Mary Rupe, Western Washington University Kathryn Rupe is an assistant professor of math education at Western Washington University. Previously, she taught middle school math and worked as an instructional coach in Chicago Public Schools for 10 years.Prof. Eric Davishahl, Whatcom Community College Eric Davishahl serves as professor and engineering program coordinator at Whatcom Community College in northwest Washington state. His teaching and research interests include developing, implementing and assessing active
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- Mechanics Division (MECHS) Technical Session 5
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- 2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
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- Anyerson Cuervo-Basurto, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Hong Tran, Purdue Engineering Education; Edward J. Berger, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE); Fredy Rodriguez, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)
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it to the ample DEI spectrum. This research explores the navigation and decision-making processes of two instructorswho integrate their DEI principles while implementing an instructional active learning system. Wefocus on how these instructors implemented and adapted the system, in which DEI themes emergednaturally, and how these instructors’ views align with a framework for equitable and effectiveteaching. Theoretical FrameworkThis study is guided by a framework for equitable and effective teaching in undergraduateSTEM education (Holmes et al., 2023). The framework defines equitable and effective teachingas the provision of learning experiences that are student-centered in which course goals are
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- Understanding the Student Experience in Mechanics Courses
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- 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
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- Rawan Aqel, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee; Samia Tarannum, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
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Paper ID #44141Get in the Middle of it: A Study of Minoritized Engineering Student Experiencesin a Solid Mechanics CourseMs. Rawan Aqel, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee Rawan Aqel is an accomplished academic and professional in the field of civil engineering and mechanics. She earned her bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with a minor in Business Administration. Her passion for engineering led her to pursue further studies, and she obtained a master’s degree in civil engineering. She is currently a Ph.D. Candidate in Civil Engineering and Mechanics, demonstrating her commitment to advancing the field. Rawan has a
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- Mechanics Division (MECHS) Technical Session 6
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- Kapil Gangwar, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Gloria Guohua Ma, Wentworth Institute of Technology
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) emphasizes an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze andinterpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions [1]. While there are severalother courses in the mechanical engineering curriculum such as thermodynamics, heat transfer,and senior capstone design where SO6 can be assessed, those courses at WIT are reserved toassess other outcomes [2].Conventional lab exercises in Mechanics of Materials focus on compression, tension, shear andtorsion. These experiments use standard universal testing machines (UTM) like Instron, MTS,and Tinius Olsen machines to analyze material properties, stress, and strain. While thesetraditional lab assignments provide in depth knowledge of normal and shear stress, strain, torque
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- Will This Be on the Mechanics Test? Concept Inventories and Understanding Exams
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- Maxine Fontaine, Stevens Institute of Technology
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success in engineering. Examples of spatial tasksinclude visualizing the 3D object that results from folding up a flat pattern or the 2D cross-section that results from cutting a 3D object or the 2D orthographic views of a 3D object. Whilespatial ability is clearly relevant to an engineering graphics course, studies have indicated thathigher performance in math and chemistry courses also correlate with higher spatial skill level.The correlation between spatial ability and performance in a statics or other engineeringmechanics course however is less clear. More data are needed to provide stronger conclusions inthis area.By identifying the role of spatial reasoning in engineering mechanics courses, like statics andmechanics of materials
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- Mechanics Division (MECHS) Technical Session 1A
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- 2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
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- Christian J. Schwartz P.E., Iowa State University of Science and Technology; Hartanto Wibowo, Iowa State University of Science and Technology; Nathan Miner, Iowa State University of Science and Technology; TRAVIS HOSTENG, Iowa State University of Science and Technology; Sriram Sundararajan, Iowa State University of Science and Technology
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, especially if the level of rigor is perceived to be much higher than courses in thepre-statics curriculum. And while this perception may be a direct product of the need forimproved pedagogy, it may also be an unearned byproduct of suboptimal preparation in thecurriculum prior to students taking statics. Considerable recent work has been done on betterunderstanding student perceptions in statics and there have been some insightful findings thatincorporate not only the in-class aspects of the technical challenge of the course but also theimpact of non-academic factors. Investigators have reported the student experience in statics is astrong product of how much students struggle with foundational skills in math and science, andespecially with
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- Mechanics Division (MECHS) Technical Session 2
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- 2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
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- Anthony Battistini, Angelo State University; Mohammad Shafinul Haque, Angelo State University; William A Kitch P.E., Angelo State University; Soyoon Kum, Angelo State University
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social distancing protocols.AcknowledgementsThe research described herein is part of a project titled “Hand-on Experiential Learning toImprove Comprehension and Retention in Engineering Mechanics” funded by an internal grantthrough the Faculty Research Enhancement Program at Angelo State University.Survey data was conducted with the approval of the University Institutional Review Board (andif applicable, other relevant IRB committees)- Approval #HAQ-081121. The survey results willbe published only in aggregate without any information to personally identify participants.Participation will remain confidential.References[1] S. Kaul and P. Sitaram, “Curriculum Design of Statics and Dynamics: An IntegratedScaffolding and Hands-On Approach.” ASEE
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- Assessing Conceptual Thinking about Engineering Mechanics
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- 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
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- Alexander John De Rosa, University of Delaware; Samuel Van Horne, University of Delaware
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, University of Delaware ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Promoting the Transfer of Math Skills to Engineering StaticsIntroductionIt has been well documented that students face difficulties in transferring their knowledge andskills learned in prior courses to other areas of the curriculum. These problems with transfer areexacerbated by foundational courses being taught outside the major, as well as the fact that manyengineering courses are taught in silos, with little connection being made to the engineeringcurriculum as a whole. At the same time, engineering graduates are moving into an ever moreinterdisciplinary workplace where the ability to transfer knowledge across disciplines andcontexts is