Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Connecting Machine Design Concepts via an Undergraduate Forensic Engineering ActivityAbstractA typical Machine Design course covers a myriad of mechanical elements, each with a broad setof concepts, analytical methods, and best practices—which only become more complex whenassembled into an operational mechanical system. Often, the class becomes compartmentalizedto focus on one mechanical element at a time. While initially effective, allowing students totarget their efforts and study habits, it can be detrimental if no strong connections are builtbetween the different learning modules at the end of the class.This paper presents a case-study of a unique and highly engaging
andpromising trends in education is the “edutainment” concept, which combineseducational content with entertaining activities so, the participants learn while havingfun.The program proved its flexibility as it was adapted to various locations, number ofparticipants, and time intervals. The paper will present the continuation of the program,the new results, and the plans for future expansion of the program to reach a broaderrange of participants.IntroductionExtensive evidence supports the effectiveness of instructing engineering students inspatial visualization skills, leading to improved outcomes. Research, spanning from theearly 1990s onwards, has consistently shown that practicing and training in spatialvisualization enhances performance in
Paper ID #43329Women’s Engineering Career Stories: Looking for a Pathway BackDr. Christina A. Pantoja, Campbell University Christina Pantoja is a postdoctoral researcher in the School of Engineering at Campbell University. Her research interests include career choices, pathways, and retention of women and underrepresented minorities in engineering. Her other interests include the topics of mentoring, job-crafting, and self-care. She earned a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Purdue University, a M.S. in Education from Indiana University, and a Ph.D. in Engineering Education from Purdue University. She has four years of
currently working on Terahertz generation using Lithium Niobate crystals. He has published over twenty peer-reviewed journal articles, and two book chapters. Dr. Ummy has presented his research to several international conferences. In addition, he has three U.S. Patents. He is a Co-PI been sponsored by DOE, NSF and CUNY Strategic Investment Initiative (SII). ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024Exploring Engineering Technology: A Multi-Disciplinary, Project-Based Introductionto Engineering TechnologyAbstractThis Complete Evidence-Based Practice paper presents 'Exploring Engineering Technology,' amulti-disciplinary, project-based course designed to introduce new and prospective engineeringstudents
measurement and instrumentation course within the department.Joy Uehara, University of Southern CaliforniaHaylee Mota, University of Southern CaliforniaEmma Katharine Singer, USC Viterbi School of EngineeringMatthew R Gilpin, University of Southern California Dr. Gilpin teaches upper division laboratory courses in the Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering de- partment at USC’s Viterbi School of Engineering and has been involved in laboratory instruction at USC for over a decade. He is also the faculty advisor to USC’s Recumbent Vehicle Design Team (RVDT) and the USC Advanced Spacecraft and Propulsion and Energy Laboratory (ASPEN). In addition to teach- ing, Dr. Gilpin is the PI for the In-Space Propulsion Research (InSPR
Institute for Systems Research. Prof. Sochol directs the Bioinspired Advanced Manufacturing (BAM) Laboratory, which pioneers micro/nanoscale additive manufacturing or “3D Printing” approaches to solve mechanically and physically complex challenges, with an emphasis on biomedical applications. Prof. Sochol has developed and teaches two courses: (i) a dual undergraduate-graduate-level “Additive Manufacturing” course, and (ii) an undergraduate-level course, entitled “The Legend of Zelda: A Link to Machine Design”. Prof. Sochol received his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Northwestern University in 2006, and both his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, in 2009 and
requiredto assess the nature and scope of impact of active learning on the learning successes of studentsin engineering and science courses. ABET's Criterion 3, Outcome 6, emphasizes thedevelopment of critical thinking skills in graduates. This outcome requires them to design andconduct experiments, analyze and interpret data, and apply engineering judgment to reach well-supported conclusions. While many engineering students demonstrate strong understanding ofengineering systems and the ability to approach problem-solving however most of them fail toharness their ideas into a functional (practical) design. For this reason lab or project activities areoften attached or integrated into engineering courses. Classroom lectures tend to focus more onthe
Mississippi State University, where she serves as a graduate assistant in the Office ofDiversity Programs and Student Development at the Bagley College of Engineering. Currently,Lorena is interested in learning more about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and how toincrease the participation of underrepresented students in engineering.Co-Author: Jean Mohammadi-Aragh, Jean Mohammadi-Aragh is the Director of DiversityPrograms and Student Development for the Bagley College of Engineering and AssociateProfessor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Mississippi StateUniversity. Through her interdependent roles in research, teaching, and service, Jean isactively breaking down academic and social barriers to foster an environment where
Best Paper award, Educational Research and Methods Division (ASEE, 2014). He was awarded an IEEE-USA Professional Achievement Award (2013) for designing the B.S. degree in Engineering Education. He is a co-PI on the ”Engineering for Us All” (e4usa) project to develop a high school engineering course ”for all”. He is active in engineering within K-12, (Technology Student Association Board of Directors) and has written multiple texts in Engineering, Mathematics and Digital Electronics. He earned a PhD in Engineering Education from Purdue University, is a Senior Member of IEEE, on the Board of Governors of the IEEE Education Society, and a Member of Tau Beta Pi.Muhammad Dawood, New Mexico State University Dr. Muhammad
aircraft applications. Students’ preconceptionand confidence in these design tools was assessed to understand the impact of implementingproject-supporting modules conducive to future projects in academia and industry.Project OverviewAs highlighted by ABET, senior culminating projects are expected to have high levels of criticalthinking, research skills, inductive and deductive reasoning to design, validate, and present theirfindings. All of which are critical skills in engineering [6], [9]. However, with limitedprerequisite practice in their courses, students have not developed the skills necessary tosuccessfully produce and optimize an aircraft prototype given a mission profile. MATLAB® andSOLIDWORKS® will be highlighted as the main computer
faculty-student interactions. For example, the structure of the syllabus can ensure that all students aresupported in their learning; and, including a statement about diversity and inclusion within thesyllabus helps set a foundation for the classroom [9]. Resources on best practices for inclusivepedagogy in higher education have been compiled [10]. However, in the engineeringenvironment the promotion of “objectivity” has been used to dismiss the relevance of inclusiondiscussions in the classroom [11].To approach inclusion within an engineering design class, human centered design was chosen asit focuses on the lived experiences of users and stakeholders, including those from historicallyexcluded groups. Human centered design focuses on an
evaluationof specifications for artifacts whose form and function achieve stated objectives and satisfyspecified constraints” [7]. The goal of design education, however, is to help students focus on,understand, and experience a design process and not just the creation of artifacts [6], [18].Design thinking, a user-centered design process rooted in engineering design practice, has gainedtraction in design education [18] and business circles [19]-[25]. This approach has become adifferentiator for educational institutions [26] and companies [27] alike. Research supports theuse of engineering design as a tool for enlightening students about professional practice andreducing attrition rates [6], [8]-[10]. Faculty professional development workshops [28
Textbook,” presented at the 2003 Annual Conference, Jun. 2003, p. 8.583.1-8.583.6. Accessed: Nov. 02, 2022. [Online]. Available: https://peer.asee.org/free-books-why-all-my-students-buy- read-and-keep-the-textbook[20] L. Lindsley and V. Burrows, “Development Of An Online Textbook And Research Tool For Freshman Engineering Design,” presented at the 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition, Jun. 2007, p. 12.527.1-12.527.14. Accessed: Oct. 18, 2023. [Online]. Available: https://peer.asee.org/development-of-an-online-textbook-and-research-tool-for-freshman- engineering-design[21] G. Wise, P. Kosky, R. Balmer, and W. Keat, “Developing A Freshman Introduction To Engineering Textbook,” presented at the
Paper ID #42624Oral Examinations in Environmental Engineering Design CoursesProf. James N. Jensen, University at Buffalo James N. Jensen is professor and chair of the Department of Engineering Education at the University at Buffalo. Dr. Jensen received a BS degree in environmental engineering from Caltech in 1980 and MSPH and PhD degrees from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1983 and 1988, respectively. His research and teaching interests are in assessment, problem-based learning, and drinking water treatment in low-resource environments. He has received numerous teaching and research awards, including the
contexts becomes more widespread and sophisticated. To gain a broaderunderstanding of the impact of ChatGPT on engineering education, we hope to collaborate withother institutions to gain a more complete picture of the academic community's attitudes toward GAIin various educational settings.The proposed conceptual framework for integrating AI into engineering education, as described inthis study, needs to be applied and tested in real educational settings. Application of the conceptualframework in course design and pedagogy, and subsequent evaluation of its effectiveness, canprovide valuable information on how best to integrate AI into engineering curricula.Given the rapid integration of GAI in education, research is needed to inform policy
College Students’ Mental Health in the United States: Interview Survey Study,” Journal of Medical Internet Research, September 2020.[8] McKinsey & Co. Report, “Women in the Workplace,” 2021.[9] R. Finfrock and N. Klingbeil, “Examining the Impacts of the Wright State Model for Engineering Mathematics Education through Curricular Analytics,” ASEE Annual Conference and Exhibition, June 2023.[10] K. Watson, S. Sorby, E. Cady, and J. El-Sayed, “Engineering the Inclusive Mindset for the Future: A Blueprint for Systemic Change in Engineering Education,” National Science Foundation Award #2212721, nsf.gov., 2022. [Accessed February 6, 2024].[11] The Gallup-Purdue Index Report, 2014.[12] P. Kelly and B. Makh, “Course Design Institute
of a final project in which they worked in groups to design a materials-enabledsolution for a problem they identified on campus. We administered a survey to gauge the sourcesof knowledge students pulled from during the scope of this project (Part I), as well as the impactof the course and project on three different constructs (Part II). Analysis of Part I of the surveysuggested that most students reported relying on knowledge they gained from the course or fromtheir own research for the project to at least a moderate extent. In comparison, just under half feltsimilarly regarding their reliance on their own prior knowledge. In Part II of the survey, wefound that the project and course appeared to positively impact students’ sense of belonging
these projects underscores the program's ability to bridge the gap between academic learning and real- world application. This interaction has not only provided students with invaluable practical experience but has also contributed to producing tangible, impactful solutions to real-world problems. • enhanced Learning Experience: These senior design projects serve as exemplary models of how this educational approach fosters a more comprehensive learning experience. Students were able to apply technical knowledge, managerial skills, and entrepreneurial thinking in a cohesive manner, demonstrating the program's effectiveness in preparing them for the complexities of the professional world
. Anexample of this can be seen with Zhang et al.’s [5] work looking at implementing large languagemodels into their curricula at MIT. Other researchers are successfully sharing their experienceswith this type of implementation of GenAI as well as impacts on higher education at variousinstitutions [6]. When integrated with AEI, these materials can be designed to not only educatebut also to emotionally engage students, fostering a deeper connection to the subject matter andenhancing overall learning outcomes. Texas A&M University (TAMU) has made MicrosoftCopilot, a GPT 4.0 powered chatbot available for use for both students and faculty. Additionallythey have provided guidance as to what appropriate usage should look like both for faculty
director, or they may have been the product of such a program. In neither case,however, is it possible for new directors to understand and learn every aspect of planning andstrategy. Even if the previous director desires to impart all that they know, it is possible that thereis knowledge or meta-knowledge that they, themselves, are unaware they possess.Another challenge is the lack of widespread understanding of the state of the art in diversity,equity, inclusion, and belonging from a practitioner standpoint. The community exists in a stateof functional dichotomy between those designated as researchers and practitioners. In addition,there are many members of the academic community who are not aware of either the currentstate of practice OR
fill this requirement.Most recently, BIOE 2100 has been modified for specific designation as a “writing-intensive”course at the university level. UGA’s Franklin College Writing Intensive Program (WIP)administers the process by which courses acquire the “W” suffix (i.e., BIOE 2100W) andstipulates what is expected of such courses: The W suffix is used for courses taught as writing intensive, which means that the course includes substantial and ongoing writing assignments that a) facilitate learning; b) teach the communication values of a discipline — for example, its practices of argument, evidence, credibility, and format; c) support writing as a process; and d) prepare students for further writing in their
develop the EOP initiative began with a qualitative study to understand the barriersand opportunities for integrating environmental responsibility (ER) in higher education. At thattime, The Lemelson Foundation was strategically focused on ER and “inventing green” vs.EOP’s now broader scope of sustainability and related professional skills across all engineeringeducation. In 2017, The Lemelson Foundation commissioned a study through asustainability-focused consultancy, Alula Consulting [12], where two experts in sustainability,sustainable design, and engineering education were hired to conduct, analyze, and report thefollowing specific objectives: ● Identify best practices. ● Determine best ways to introduce and maximize ER integration in
) tools come online, technical writing instruction is poised tocreate new applied projects, teaching students to use ML constructively, objectively evaluate MLoutput, and refine final products faster. STEM researchers are already publishing their use ofChat GPT-adjacent language tools in high impact scientific outlets like Nature. Engineeringstudents need exposure and to develop competency in using these tools. ML can supporttechnical writing by proofreading content; suggesting novel syntactic structures; producingusable content faster; and upskilling writers in the process. This paper presents the use of fourML tools, applied in service to a series of technical writing and communication projectsappropriate for sophomore-junior level students
bioprocessing for conversion of waste into products of value. Adhikari devotes his efforts to teaching and research in the area of bioenergy and bioproducts and circular economy. He teaches Heat and Mass Transfer, Renewable Energy and Biomass and Biofuels courses for both undergraduate and graduate students.Fredricka Saunders, North Dakota State University Fredricka Saunders, M.Ed., is a doctoral candidate at North Dakota State University, specializing in institutional effectiveness in higher education. Her research focuses on underrepresented groups’ experiences, supported by qualitative methods. She’s also managing editor of the Journal of Women and Gender in Higher Education and a research assistant
, like civil engineering, are undergoing atremendous transformation with the emergence of newer technological solutions. The majority ofthese solutions require operational convergence, placing a heavy demand on the academiclearning process to ensure that graduates possess the skill transferability required at theworkplace. This study examines the transferability of design skills in undergraduate civilengineering students through a longitudinal study conducted at the Kerala TechnologicalUniversity. In particular, the study analyzes the impact of freshmen Design and Engineeringcourse on the transferability skills demonstrated by the same group of students in a senior-yearGroup Project course in the civil engineering program. The findings show that
Paper ID #43351A Novel Laboratory-Scale Pilot Plant StudyDr. Robert P. Hesketh, Rowan University Robert Hesketh is a Professor of Chemical Engineering at Rowan University. He received his B.S. in 1982 from the University of Illinois and his Ph.D. from the University of Delaware in 1987. After his Ph.D. he conducted research at the University of Cambridge. Dr. Hesketh has demonstrated an enthusiasm for engineering education and has contributed to the improvement of engineering education in many ways. Robert is a highly motivated professor in both undergraduate and graduate education and has received 12 education and 2
Paper ID #44557Evolving Engineering Education: A Strategy to Improve Student PerformanceDr. Craig M. Harvey P.E., Georgia Southern University Dr. Harvey, P.E. is the Dean of Engineering and and Computing for the Paulson College of Engineering and Computing. Previous to this he was the Associate Dean of Engineering and Professor of Industrial Engineering at Louisiana State University (LSU). Dr. Harvey teaches and conducts research in the area of industrial and human factors engineering. He research has ranged from investigations into engineering design process, medical product usability, health care productivity
Theme Responses Examples Course materials 17 case studies, syllabus Training and best practices, input from professionals, experience 7 field experience Resources 4 financial (for projects), software Projects 4 identifying partners/locationsThe discussion on barriers uncovered several themes, as well as strategies to overcome thebarriers. The companion poll to this discussion is found in Table 11. Foremost among the barrierswere curricular constraints. Many participants felt that their curriculum does not allow much, orany, flexibility where a course on EA could be
offers theplatform for ethically upright professional action.At every level of engineering education, ethics is vital to provide students with the knowledgeand abilities to make moral judgments that benefit society. Many engineering schools realize theimportance of laying a strong foundation of ethics with engineering students to complement theirtechnical knowledge [6]. In fact, all ABET-accredited engineering programs must demonstratethat their graduates are able to “recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineeringsituations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineeringsolutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.”There are many models of ethics education across four-year
Paper ID #40909The educational benefits of operating a service-learning course as acorporate structure: lessons learned through CEDCDr. Evelyn Abagayle Boyd, Clemson University and Colorado School of Mines Dr. Evelyn Boyd is a teaching assistant professor at Colorado School of Mines. She earned her PhD in Engineering and Science Education from Clemson University. While at Clemson, Boyd worked with Clemson Engineers for Developing Communities (CEDC) as an education researcher to assess the longi- tudinal educational impact of the program for its students.Mr. David E Vaughn, Clemson University David is a Professor of Practice