represented as the only iterative part of engineering design, when it can occurat any point, as illustrated in the representation of engineering design in Figure 1. In thisrepresentation, any point can lead to any other, depending on the feedback. Figure 1. Engineering design from SCoPE, which is a slightly modified version of that represented in the Massachusetts Curriculum Framework for Science and Technology/Engineering [22].To this end, we developed and piloted Solving Community Problems with Engineering (SCoPE),an engineering curriculum that engages middle school students in a three-week capstone projectwhere they focus on developing strategies to manage nutrient pollution in their local
social systemgrid functions as the first step towards bridging the social and technical parts of the system, andthe top-down and bottom-up approaches in the system.3. Preliminary Findings from the SEISS LensWe conducted interviews with 16 URM students in a college of engineering about social andemotional support structures, socioeconomics, and institutional structures they use; we soughtinformation on their social subsystem, the different roles that constitute their social system,enablers and barriers they encounter in the social subsystem; and about their technical subsystem,the boundaries that make up their technical system including the college of engineering andrelated units, their goals, programs, policies, processes, technology, knowhow
in 2011 and 2017. In 2018, She joined the Institute of Leadership and Education Advanced Development (ILEAD, the forerunner of the Academy of Future Education).Ms. Biying Wen, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University; University of Liverpool Biying Wen is a Ph.D. student at Academy of Future Education, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, China; University of Liverpool, UK. Before that, Biying obtained her bachelor’s degree from Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, majoring in logistics management and master's degree from the Business School (IBSS) of Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, majoring in operation and supply chain management.Introduction and backgroundHistorically, computer science and engineering
Professor with the Dept. of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering and the Institute for Advanced Systems Engineering at the University of Connecticut. He received his PhD from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and his BS from the University of Minnesota – Twin cities, both in chemical engineering. In his post-doctoral work, he cofounded a water-tech start-up company focusing on developing flexible high-efficiency solar-driven desalination technologies for di- verse applications where membrane technologies prove inadequate. At UConn, his core research focus is on optimization theory, methods, and software for modeling and simulation, robust simulation and design, and controls and operations. His
current director for the Center for Engineering Education Research (CEER) which examines innovative and effective engineering education practices as well as classroom technologies that advance learning and teaching in engineering. He is also working on National Science Foundation (NSF) funded projects exploring engineering design thinking. His areas of research include engineering design thinking, adult learning cognition, engineering education professional development and technical training. He has extensive international experience working on technical training and engineering educaton projects funded by the Asian Development Bank, World Bank, and U.S. Department of Labor, USAID. Countries where he has worked include
Bell Labs and Verizon Commu- nications for 23 years as a telecommunications engineer specialized in fiber optical system research and development. He is teaching pre-Engineering Physics courses, conducts research in fiber sensors and mentors student research projects.Mr. Michael Lawrence, Queensborough Community College Michael Lawrence lectures in Internet Technology & Advanced Manufacturing and Cloud Computing at Queensborough Community College. He received his BS in Astronautical Engineering from the United States Air Force Academy.Dr. Paul J Marchese, Queensborough Community CollegeKimberly Anne Riegel Kimberly Riegel has been an assistant professor at Queensborough since 2015. She completed
hopes to study chemical engineering and continue to pursue research in college. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 Engineering and Science Practices of Stormwater Problems for High School STEM Education University of Maine College of Engineering, Orono, MaineAbstract— This paper describes a program to encourage high school students, especially femaleand under-represented minorities (URM), to participate in hands-on Science, Technology,Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education. The program provides a learning model forscience and engineering practices of the Next Generation Science
dimensions materials and the characterization and modeling of their material properties. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 Work in Progress: The Attributes of a Prototypical Leader As Viewed by Undergraduate Engineering StudentsIntroductionThe professional development of leadership skills by undergraduate engineering students is keyto a successful long-term career. Increasing diversity and inclusion in leadership is also criticalfor technology companies as they become global enterprises. Within engineering education, theNational Science Foundation funded a multiyear research project lead by the American Societyof Engineering Education beginning in 2014 on “Transforming
successfully recruited a group of mathematics, science, and special educators,and engaged them in professional development they find valuable. The Teacher Efficacy andAttitudes toward STEM (T-STEM) survey revealed that professional development successfullyincreased participating teachers’ confidence to teach engineering design, their confidence thatthey can influence their students’ STEM performance, and their knowledge of STEM careers, aswell as the amount they expect to utilize technology and instructional approaches aligned withSTEM best educational practices.Diagnostic Teacher Assessments in Mathematics and Science (DTAMS) for middle schoolshowed that participating teachers initially did poorly outside of their content area focus. Closerinspection
sustainable solid waste systems. Dr. Krones received his PhD in Engineering Systems from MIT in 2016.Dr. Jenna A. Tonn, Boston College Dr. Jenna Tonn is a historian of science, technology, and engineering at Boston College. She received her BA and MA from Stanford University and her PhD from Harvard University. Her research focuses on the social and cultural context of science, technology, and engineering, with a particular interest in gender and science, technology and reproduction, and design justice. At Boston College, Dr. Tonn teaches interdisciplinary courses about the history of technology and engineering.Dr. Russell C. Powell, Boston College Dr. Powell is Visiting Assistant Professor of Environmental Theology and
Socially Engaged Design within University of Michigan College of Engineering. She earned a PhD and MA in Higher Education from Michigan and a Bachelor’s in Psychology and Sociology from Case Western Reserve University. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Equipping students in software development with socially engaged design skillsAbstractThere is an increased awareness that designers who develop technologies often do not possessthe skills to successfully engage with communities, identify context-specific needs, and createsolutions that address those needs. To address this gap, the Center for Socially EngagedEngineering and Design at the University of
underrepresented students majoring in engineering technology and engineering disciplines. Mr. Mumford, is an active member in the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE), is a life member of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), has served in local and regional volunteer leadership roles in the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) and the Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE). He regularly advocates for science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education by serving on advisory boards, performing outreach and volunteering with youth organizations. Mr. Mumford earned his bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology from UNC Charlotte, where he was a Ronald McNair Scholar; and earned his
Texas at El Paso. He holds a Ph.D. degree in Computational Science Program. He has years of research experience in different projects in the field of image data mining, machine learning, deep learning, and computer simulation for industrial and healthcare applications. In addition, Dr. Rahman has taught various engineering courses in industrial and manufacturing engineering. His research area covers advanced quality technology, AI application in smart manufacturing, health care applications, computational intelligence/data analytics, and decision support systems.Christopher Colaw, Lockheed MartinProf. Tzu-liang Bill Tseng, University of Texas, El Paso Dr. Bill Tseng is a Professor and Chair of the Department of
University (FIU). He was a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering at the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology and an Adjunct Professor in the Civil Engineering Dept. at the Valparaiso University. Dr. Sadri received his doctoral training from the Lyles School of Civil Engineering at Purdue University with a solid background in Civil Engineering (Transportation), Network Science, and Social Science. Dr. Sadri’s research focuses on how transportation systems depend on social and other physical systems in the context of natural and man-made hazards. Dr. Sadri develops data-driven and network-based solutions to enhance bottom-up resilience in complex, interdependent systems. Dr
Paper ID #23205Intersecting Self-Efficacy and Interest: Exploring the Impact of Soft RobotDesign Experiences on Engineering PerceptionsMr. Andrew Jackson, Purdue Polytechnic Institute Andrew Jackson is currently pursuing a PhD in Technology through Purdue’s Polytechnic Institute, with an emphasis on Engineering and Technology Teacher Education. His research interests are engineering self-efficacy, motivation, and decision making. Andrew is the recipient of a 2015 Ross Fellowship from Purdue University and has been recognized as a 21st Century Fellow by the International Technology and Engineering Educators Association. He
Paper ID #38322The use of 3D printed media to improve the accessibility of engineeringeducational materialsDr. Gergely Sirokman, zyBooks, A Wiley Brand Gergely (Greg) Sirokman is an engineering content developer at zyBooks, a Wiley brand. He earned a BS in chemistry from Brandeis University, and a Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry from MIT. He was a Professor at Wentworth Institute of Technology for 14 years, with particular interests in renewable energy and gamification of education. He now works on creating and improving statistics and engineering content for zyBooks’ online interactive textbooks, and has developed a keen
sustainable solid waste systems. Dr. Krones received his PhD in Engineering Systems from MIT in 2016.Prof. Jenna Tonn, Boston College Dr. Jenna Tonn is a historian of science, technology, and engineering at Boston College. She received her BA and MA from Stanford University and her PhD from Harvard University. Her research focuses on the social and cultural context of science, technology, and engineering, with a particular interest in gender and science, technology and reproduction, and design justice. At Boston College, Dr. Tonn teaches interdisciplinary courses about the history of technology and engineering.Dr. Russell C. Powell Dr. Powell is Visiting Assistant Professor of Environmental Theology and Ethics at Boston
improve theeducation that precollege students receive in science, technology, engineering and mathematics(STEM). This partnership spans the kindergarten through twelfth grade STEM pipeline. Themanner in which students and teachers learn STEM, at all levels, is being challenged andchanged. Additionally, graduate students are learning communication skills and the importanceof recruiting the next generation of scientists and engineers. This article describes a work inprogress that is designed to include the entire kindergarten through twelfth grade pipeline withinone school district in STEM learning.IntroductionThe importance of improving education in science, technology, engineering and mathematics(STEM) has been repeatedly argued in high profile
Science & Technology Policy Graduate Fellowship from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and the 2022 College of Engineering Outstanding Research Award from Purdue University. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Exploring the Influence of Identity Development on Public Policy Career Pathways for EngineersAbstractWith emerging technologies getting in the hands of the public at ever-increasing speeds,technology policymaking has become the primary means of regulating it. This means moreindividuals capable of understanding their nuances and conveying the information to the massesare required. Ethical governance of these advancements is best
America. My interests lie with designing educational initiatives that highlight the importance of STEM education for the future of learning and motivation. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 Developing a Questionnaire and Evaluation Methods for a High School Rocket Program Introduction Recently, there has been a push to increase students' interest and attitudes in science,technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields in the United States, particularly inengineering. The importance of STEM has been emphasized by numerous researchers (e.g.,Cantrell, Pekcan, Itani, & Velasquez-Bryant, 2006; Hunter, 2006
Paper ID #20010The Engineering Education Maker Identity Project: A Look at the First YearDr. Kimberly Grau Talley P.E., Texas State University Dr. Kimberly G. Talley is an assistant professor in the Department of Engineering Technology, Senior Research Fellow and Maker Space Co-Director for the LBJ Institute for STEM Education and Research at Texas State University, and a licensed Professional Engineer. She received her Ph.D. and M.S.E. from the University of Texas at Austin in Structural Engineering. Her undergraduate degrees in History and in Construction Engineering and Management are from North Carolina State
Paper ID #28033Full Paper: Implementing Classroom-Scale Virtual Reality into a FreshmanEngineering Visuospatial Skills CourseDr. Jonathan R. Brown, Ohio State University Jonathan Brown (B.S., M.S. Mathematics, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology; Ph.D. Mate- rials Engineering, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology) is a research scientist in the Depart- ment of Chemical Engineering and a lecturer in the Department of Engineering Education at The Ohio State University. His background is in computer simulations and theory of polymer glasses and block copolymers for energy applications. He teaches
Paper ID #26224Unconventional Applications of Aerospace Engineering: Effects of a DesignElective on Perception of AerospaceMs. Hannah Rose Stroud, Texas A&M University Hannah Stroud is a first year masters student at Texas A&M University. Her research interests include unconventional applications of aerospace technology with an emphasis on smart materials and structural optimization. She is co-advised by Dr. Kristi Shryock and Dr. Darren Hartl.Dr. Kristi J. Shryock, Texas A&M University Dr. Kristi J. Shryock is the Frank and Jean Raymond Foundation Inc. Endowed Instructional Associate Professor and Associate
most faculty had never used video conferencing toolsbefore the move online: the survey reported that only 21% of faculty had used videoconferencing before COVID-19. An additional 49% of faculty started using video conferencingafter the courses moved online.There are few studies that assessed the experiences of engineering faculty. The Tyton Partnersstudy [3] looked at science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) faculty because thesefaculty had unique experiences compared to faculty in general. 46% of STEM faculty in thesurvey taught a course with a lab component, taught introductory courses (70%), taught largeclasses with over 100 students (40%) and taught gateway classes (70%). STEM faculty haddifficulties transitioning courses with a
incorporated problem-based learning into her lectures, lab- oratories, and outreach activities to engage students and the community in the STEM education process.Dr. Margaret Pinnell, University of Dayton Dr. Margaret Pinnell is the Associate Dean for Faculty and Staff Development in the school of engineering and associate professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Dayton. She teaches undergraduate and graduate materials related courses including Introduction to Ma- terials, Materials Laboratory, Engineering Innovation, Biomaterials and Engineering Design and Appro- priate Technology (ETHOS). She was director of the (Engineers in Technical Humanitarian Opportunities of Service
belongingness in engineering through the lens of critical engineering agency,” Int. J. Eng. Educ., v ol. 31, no. 4, pp. 938-952, 2015.[3] B. Capobianco, and J.H. Yu, “Using the construct of care to frame engineering as acaring profession toward promoting young girls' participation,” J. Women and Minorities in Science and Eng., vol. 20, pp. 21- 33, 2014.[4] National Research Council, Rising Above the Gathering Storm; National Centeron Education a nd the Economy. 2007. Tough Choices, Tough Times. Government Printing Office. Washington, DC, 2006.[5] B.C. Cunningham, and K.M. Hoyer, 2015. Stats in Brief: Sex Differences in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) Interest, Credits Earned, and
Paper ID #26274Board 122: Using Engineering Design to Increase Literacy and STEM Inter-est Among Third Graders (Work in Progress, Diversity)Dr. Margaret Pinnell, University of Dayton Dr. Margaret Pinnell is the Associate Dean for Faculty and Staff Development in the school of engineering and associate professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Dayton. She teaches undergraduate and graduate materials related courses including Introduction to Ma- terials, Materials Laboratory, Engineering Innovation, Biomaterials and Engineering Design and Appro- priate Technology (ETHOS). She
, USA, where he is the recipient of the Pratt Fellowship. He collaborated as an adjunct lecturer in the Faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Escuela Su- perior Polit´ecnica del Litoral, Guayaquil, Ecuador, with previous positions as an analyst and consultant for telecommunications service providers. He holds certifications in fieldbus networks, wireless network administration, and ISO 9001 certified auditing. His research interests include engineering science ed- ucation, technology management, and wireless network systems. Memberships include ASEE, IAENG, IEEE TEMS, and IEEE EdSoc.Dr. Jennifer M. Case, Virginia Tech Jennifer Case is Head and Professor in the Department of Engineering Education at Virginia
critically thought-out solutions to local and national problems, eliminating the needfor importing or relocating future engineers or resources.The 21st century student expects and needs access to global populations in order to comprehendtheir position in a global market. These include local Indigenous populations as well as thosefrom international sources. Universities are internationally sourced collaborative communitieswhose populations bring their own histories, technologies practices and science.Challenges faced by tribal collegesMany of the challenges faced by mainstream institutions are shared with tribal institutions.Complying with expectations of accreditors for their colleges, competing for state and federalgrants and seeking funds from
per semester. The course features weekly, one-hour lectures thatvary in topics from medical device creation and regulation to HIPAA requirements. During thefirst several weeks of the course, students are placed in a variety of nearby medical clinics,private hospitals, and some University-affiliated allied health sites where the students are taskedwith identifying current needs and gaps related to healthcare and technology. The students attendthese shadowing visits in groups of 1-3, and must participate in a minimum of three visits.Students also receive training, prior to conducting observation visits, on professionalism inclinical settings, and instruction on how to optimize observing time and how to interview clinicalstaff and engineering