Conference Session

Construction Session 2: PM, BIM, and Collaboration

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yilei Huang, South Dakota State University

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Construction

, to have BIM fully implemented in CMcurricula, many challenges still exist within the CM programs, the academia, and the AECindustry. Most of the challenges are from the faculty, students, and resources of CM programs:1. Lack of available faculty to teach BIM5, 16, 35. Due to the high demand of BIM experts in the AEC industry, CM programs may not be able to hire competent new faculty who have been specifically and extensively trained with BIM in their education or industry experience. To many current CM faculty and particularly senior faculty, BIM is a new technology that requires a large amount of time to get familiar and then proficient. It takes even more faculty time to make curriculum changes to incorporate BIM components5. For

Conference Session

Pathways to Success in STEM through Computer Science and Making

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jumoke 'Kemi' Ladeji-Osias, Morgan State University; Cindy S Ziker, SRI International; Derrick Cornell Gilmore, Kentucky State University; Clay Gloster Jr, North Carolina A&T University (Tech); Kamal S. Ali, Jackson State University; Philip Puthumana, Verizon Foundation

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

increased interest in STEM content and STEM careers, aswell as increased interest in attending college. Our research question for investigating thishypothesis is: To what extent does participation in the MMM Program increase students’ interestin STEM content, STEM careers, and college attendance? The theoretical perspectives thatundergird the MMM program design include experiential learning theory8, mentorship throughethnically matched mentors9,10 and developing 21st Century skills11,12 such as creativity andtechnology proficiency (Figure 1).Experiential Learning Theory, posited by Kolb (1984), has five phases: 1) Experience – do theactivity, 2) Share – reactions and observations in a social context, 3) Process – analyze andreflect upon what

Conference Session

MVCC Technical Session

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jakob C Bruhl, U.S. Military Academy; Joseph P Hanus, U.S. Military Academy; Paul M Moody P.E., U.S. Military Academy; James Ledlie Klosky P.E., U.S. Military Academy

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Military and Veterans Constituent Committee

affectivedevelopmental domains is considered with respect to educating and inspiring our future civilengineers. Assessment data demonstrated that the students achieved the program outcomes byengaging a challenging engineering problem which was influenced by a variety of non-technicalissues. As a result of this educational experience, the students were confident with their abilitiesto deal with problems they will likely face in the future. 1 IntroductionThe mission of the United States Military Academy (USMA) has evolved since the institution’sinception in 1802:1 To educate, train, and inspire the Corps of Cadets so that each graduate is a commissioned leader of character committed to the values of Duty

Conference Session

Subjects in 3D Printing and ET Programs

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hector Erick Lugo Nevarez, University of Texas, El Paso; Mike Thomas Pitcher, University of Texas, El Paso; Oscar Antonio Perez, University of Texas, El Paso; Hugo Gomez, University of Texas, El Paso; Pedro Arturo Espinoza, University of Texas, El Paso; Herminia Hemmitt, University of Texas, El Paso; Randy Hazael Anaya, University of Texas, El Paso

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

printers resulted from an increase in classes wanting toparticipate during the third year of the 3D printing in the classroom program. This requiredsupporting approximately 150 students and 29 student bridge designs. Having only one fullyfunctional printer to complete all the loads became unreasonable as each successful print modelcould require approximately four to five hours to print. This workload gave us the experience togenerate requirements moving forward with the pilot. The requirements were the following. The3D print system must: 1) be able to produce a high volume of 3D printed models, 2) provide astreamlined process for student project submission and 3) train students on 3D design using simpletools.A proposal was submitted in order to

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Effects on Student Learning

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Katherine Ortegon, Universidad Icesi

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Diversity

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

assessment of competencies in engineering students is always a challengefor higher education institutions. To develop and assess multiple skills through one learningstrategy is even a greater challenge. In a changing society shaped by the availability ofinformation resources on the internet, higher education institutions are seeking disruptiveteaching and learning mechanisms that satisfy students’ knowledge requirements, workforceskills requirements, and the requirements of accreditation systems.ABET criterion 3 (i.e., student outcomes) has established a set of engineering outcomes thatevery student should attain at the end of an engineering undergraduate program.1 Theseoutcomes can be divided into two categories, “hard skills” associated mainly

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session I

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sushil Acharya, Robert Morris University; Priya Manohar, Robert Morris University; Walter W Schilling Jr., Milwaukee School of Engineering; Peter Y Wu, Robert Morris University

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

, enhancing, and modularizing modules, identified by a gap analysis performed byfocus groups comprised of industry and academic partners. The course delivery plan was used todrive activities related to developing content delivery strategies. An evaluation and assessmentplan was used to drive activities related to periodically evaluating student learning and assessingthe project. And finally a course dissemination plan is being used to drive activities related todisseminating course modules and assessment reports. Active learning tools have beendisseminated through a workshop and other means to universities and industry partners.1 Project IntroductionWith almost half of the world’s population (3.4 billion) relying on the internet, it has becomenearly

Conference Session

Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division Technical Session 6

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nicholas D. Fila, Purdue University; Todd M. Fernandez, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Senay Purzer, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Austin Spencer Bohlin, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

engineering, innovations are often viewed in terms of threecharacteristics of the solution: (1) it is different than prior solutions, (2) it is valued by a group,and (3) it is implemented13.The above definitions provide a baseline for investigations surrounding what innovation is, butoffer little insight into the inner workings of student innovation projects. Preliminaryinvestigations reveal that students may differ from instructors in the way they characterize thegoals of, experience of, and competencies necessary to complete innovation projects7,14. Theseinvestigations suggests that above all else, engineering students view innovation as a jointopportunity to learn new innovation and technical competencies while also contributing toengineering

Conference Session

Assessment I: Developing Assessment Tools

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Leroy L. Long III, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach

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Educational Research and Methods

surrounding the assessment tool.IntroductionIncreasing the number of Americans who graduate with a degree in science, technology,engineering and mathematics (STEM) is of compelling national interest as the world is becomingmore technologically-dependent.1 As society changes there is a continual need for new devices,tools, and services. Therefore, what is represented as “technology” constantly changes. Theunderlying meaning of technology is fairly stable, but the term is employed differently acrosscontext and application. In society, a variety of technologies are used to provide people withthings like food, healthcare, shelter, transportation, and entertainment. In educational settings,computers and other information technologies help individuals

Conference Session

Programmatic Design and Resiliency Among Women Engineers

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bill Williams, TUDublin, Ireland; Shannon Chance, University College London

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Diversity

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Women in Engineering Division (WIED)

, especially in areas like engineering and technology. Education had beendenied to most citizens for decades; data from the 1950s show that, at that time, around42% of the Portuguese population was illiterate (the percentage among women was evenhigher), and only 0.04% of the Portuguese population had completed a university degree[1].A broadening of access to higher education has occurred over the past 50 years, fueledby the creation of new universities and a complementary network of polytechnicinstitutes dispersed across the country, particularly in rural areas. By 2020, 33% ofwomen in Portugal had post-secondary/higher education degrees, compared to 28% ofmen.Although more young women than men have entered higher education in Portugal since1990 [2

Conference Session

Engineering Libraries Division (ELD) Technical Session 3

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cari Kaurloto, University of Southern California; Jane Lah, University of Southern California; Alvaro Quezada, Caltech

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Engineering Libraries Division (ELD)

information literacy, critical thinking, research skills,and library orientation, for example. However, covering such an array of topics in a limitedtimeframe resulted in a perceived lack of instructional autonomy, a challenge also noted in theresearch [1]. With instruction as a primary responsibility, teaching has become a critical aspectof librarian identity. This librarian-educator identity reflects efforts to forge sustainable andimpactful relationships with disciplinary faculty in addition to seeking out mentorship andprofessional development opportunities to further enhance one’s teaching skills [2]. There are numerous critiques of the one-shot model in the information literacy instructionscholarship that informed this team [3] [4] [5

Conference Session

ELOS Technical Session 4: Empowering Student Learning Through Design, Integration, and Assessment

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Grace Yemisi Balogun, Morgan State University; David Olusogo Owolabi, Morgan State University; Michael Oluwafemi Ige, Morgan State University; Tolulope Abiri, Morgan State University; Pelumi Olaitan Abiodun, Morgan State University; Oludare Adegbola Owolabi P.E., Morgan State University

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Diversity

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

improvements in both safety and student performance [1]. These case studies highlightthe value of proactive air quality management in educational settings.Despite the existing body of research on indoor air quality in educational settings, there is a notablegap in studies focusing specifically on engineering laboratories at HBCUs. Engineeringlaboratories often involve more hazardous materials and processes compared to general classroomswhich increases the potential risks associated with poor air quality [20]. This research aims toprovide a comprehensive assessment of air quality in HBCU engineering laboratories andproposing actionable recommendations to enhance student safety and learning outcomes.MethodologyThis research employed a qualitative

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shahrooz -- Ghorbani, East Carolina University; tianjiao zhao, East Carolina University

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

extensive expertise to her role. Maintaining an active research agenda, her work primarily revolves around enhancing the efficiency, safety, and eco-friendliness of the construction industry. Additionally, she is dedicated to integrating cutting-edge technologies into her teaching methods to elevate the overall educational experience. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025AI-Driven Innovations in Green Building Education: A Literature Review on Transforming the Future of Sustainable Construction Shahrooz Ghorbani 1 & Tianjiao Zhao2 East Carolina UniversityAbstractThis study systematically reviews AI

Conference Session

Informal Education and Outreach Programs for Women Engineering Students

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bahareh Goodarzi, Concordia University; Navid Sharifi, Concordia University; Sara Jameel, Concordia University; Anjali Agarwal, Concordia University

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Diversity

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Women in Engineering Division (WIED)

%. Similarly,in the United States, women made up only 27% of the STEM workforce [1]. This disparityhighlights the urgency of fostering early interest and sustained engagement in STEM among younggirls, particularly through initiatives that emphasize hands-on learning and mentorshipopportunities. Moreover, women are vastly underrepresented specifically in engineering andcomputer science sectors. Percentage of newly licensed professional engineers who are women is20.2% nationally in Canada in 2023 [2]. The 30 by 30 initiative, conceived by the Association ofProfessional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta and adopted by Engineers Canada in 2010,aims to increase the number of women engineers in the workforce to 30% by 2030 [3]. Specialefforts are to be

Conference Session

ECE-Outreach and Engagement Strategies for Inspiring Future Engineers

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hector A. Pulgar, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Francisco Zelaya-Arrazabal, University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Erick S. Vasquez-Guardado, University of Dayton; Sebastian N Martinez Lizana, IEEE Educational Activities

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Diversity

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

—Career Advancement, Mentorship, Inspiration, and Opportunities: A STEMK-12 Outreach Initiative.1. IntroductionHispanic Americans (HA) are the largest ethnic group in the United States. In 2022, nearly 64million HA lived in the U.S., representing approximately 19% of the population. Notably, thispopulation is not evenly distributed across states; about 60% reside in California, Texas, andNew Mexico. Tennessee ranks as the 26th state in terms of HA population. As of 2022, 413,000HA lived in Tennessee, accounting for about 6% of the state's population. Regarding post-secondary education nationwide, 19.1% of HA aged 25 or older have earned a bachelor’s degreeor higher, compared to the national rate of 34.1%. In Fall 2021, 55.8% of all HA

Conference Session

Honoring the Legacy of Lisa Bullard: A View of the Present and Future

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Taryn Melkus Bayles, University of Pittsburgh; Emily R Kerr, University of Pittsburgh

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED)

Distinguished Teaching Award, and Excellence in Mentoring and Public Service awards; and is the 2024 ASEE Chair-Elect of the Chemical Engineering Division.Emily R Kerr, University of Pittsburgh ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Community Building in Chemical EngineeringCommon First-Year Engineering Program:At the University of Pittsburgh (Pitt) for over twenty years, all first-year engineering studentspursue a common academic program consisting of mathematics, chemistry, physics,humanities/social science electives, and two specially designed first year engineering courses[1].These courses were further refined ten years ago to provide each student with an overview of thefields and

Conference Session

Mechanics Division (MECHS) Technical Session 5

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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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Diversity

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Mechanics Division (MECHS)

clearto the students, the student’s role in learning is recognized, and students have the agency toengage in the course material in ways that respect their identities (Holmes et al., 2023). Eventhough equitable and effective teaching depends on changes to the larger higher educationsystem, instructors play a crucial role in serving their students. The framework consists of sevenprinciples: (1) students need opportunities to engage in disciplinary learning actively, (2) toconnect to and leverage students’ diverse interests and goals, prior knowledge and experiencesenhance learning, (3) STEM learning involves affective and social dimensions, (4) identity andsense of belonging shape STEM learning, (5) multiple forms of data can provide evidence

Conference Session

GSD 8: Industry and Professional Skills

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jemimmah Namodi, Iowa State University of Science and Technology; Ann M Gansemer-Topf, Iowa State University ; Gül E. Kremer, University of Dayton; Qing Li; Shan Jiang, Iowa State University of Science and Technology

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Graduate Studies Division (GSD)

Schools report [1] highlights that most graduate programs lacksufficient training in skills that are highly required in professional fields. Research urgesuniversities to combine internal consultation, external stakeholder feedback, and research toidentify critical competency areas for graduate skills development [2]; as a result, manyinstitutions have launched graduate professional skills training programs. However, developingimpactful and effective programs remains a challenge primarily due to a lack of institutionalresources and challenges securing faculty buy-in.While active learning is widely used in technical training, its application in graduate professionalskills development remains limited. This study sought to evaluate the effectiveness

Conference Session

Engineering Ethics Division (ETHICS) Technical Session - GenAI in ethics education

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sourojit Ghosh, University of Washington; Sarah Marie Coppola, University of Washington

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Engineering Ethics Division (ETHICS)

privateinvestment into creating a more GAI-powered world. However, there remain many unanswered questions about theethical and moral impact of this emergent technology, both in terms of the harms caused by the outputs of GAI toolstowards historically marginalized identities (e.g., [1]–[4]) as well as the ecological impacts of producing and runninglarge GAI systems on a global scale (e.g., [5]–[7]). In such a climate, there arises a strong necessity for trainingengineering students and future industry professionals in the ethical usage of GAI tools, such that they maychampion ethical and harm-informed GAI design and incorporation strategies to their employers. Towards this end, we developed and taught a 10-week college course on considerations and

Conference Session

Emerging Computing and Information Technologies II

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Samuel Moses, Brigham Young University; Nathaniel Scott Baker; Dale C. Rowe, Brigham Young University

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Computing & Information Technology

student may be appropriate. All students wishingto take this course must also submit an Ethics Agreement to reinforce the ethics expected of acybersecurity professional. An example of a cybersecurity course Ethics Agreement can befound in Appendix A.Learning OutcomesThe Social Engineering course learning outcomes include the following: 1. Explain the various techniques that can be used to complete Social Engineering exploits. 2. Develop an understanding of the psychology of human interaction and how it can be exploited for gain. 3. Learn what technical controls, trainings, and processes can be used to help defend and establish security in-depth to protect against Social Engineering. 4. Overcome uncomfortable feelings such as

Collection

2019 CIEC

Authors

Nicholas Hempenius; Te-Shun Chou; Lee Toderick

service poling score and highly sophisticated heuristics. The five stepswere, continuous collection of scoring data, transportation, storage, analysis, and comprehensivedisplay. The scoring system was designed to be used in a Competitive Labs-as-a-Service(CLaaS) learning system. The scoring system provides light-weight, secure, and automatedscoring of specific data points as deemed necessary by predefined learning objectives.1. IntroductionIn a 2017 Survey done by the Capgemini Digital Transformation Institute, 55% of the 501employers surveyed said that Cybersecurity is number one in a widening digital talent gap [11].To compound this talent gap, an annual global survey on the state of Information Technology(IT) by ESG indicated the situation may

Conference Session

Works in Progress: Classroom Practice

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tracy A. Bibelnieks Ph.D., University of Minnesota Duluth; Kristen S. Gorman, University of Minnesota; Brian D. Gute, University of Minnesota Duluth; Joshua W. Hamilton, University of Minnesota Duluth; Elizabeth M. Hill, University of Minnesota Duluth; Alison B. Hoxie, University of Minnesota Duluth; David A. Saftner, University of Minnesota Duluth; Andrea J. Schokker, University of Minnesota Duluth; Pete Willemsen, University of Minnesota Duluth

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Educational Research and Methods

all students in a class arecalled upon to do other than simply watching, listening, and taking notes.” 1 Research hasdemonstrated that active learning improves student retention. 2,3 Therefore, educating more SCSEfaculty in active learning techniques and providing them a support structure should help with acampus goal of retaining and supporting a diverse student population. Additionally, improvingstudent outcomes through increased faculty commitment to active learning would help ensurethat students are able to make timely, continuous and satisfactory progress toward degreecompletion.Active learning mitigates several structural barriers to inclusion of underrepresented minoritygroups such as women in science and engineering. 3 Moreover, two

Conference Session

First-Year Programs Division Technical Session 4A: Retention Programs and Strategies

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jamie Bracey, Temple University; Keyanoush Sadeghipour, Temple University; Carnell Baugh, Independent; Shawn Fagan, Temple University

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Diversity

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First-Year Programs

587 557 544 555 489 497 480 MATH_0701 MATH_0702 MATH_1015 MATH_1021 MATH_1022 MATH_1031 MATH_1041 Chart 1: Incoming 1st Year Engineering SATs versus Initial Assigned Math Course (2011-2013)Using the 2011-2013 data as comparative baselines, a descriptive and regression analysisfor Fall 2014 and Fall 2015 revealed continued and significant deficiencies in actual mathreadiness - 60% of the incoming 2014 cohort and 42% of the incoming 2015 cohortplaced below Calculus I. (Most transfer students had already completed at least 2courses in the calculus sequence and are not included in this

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session I

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Margaret Scheiner, FAMU-FSU College of Engineering

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

Century’s report “Rising Abovethe Gathering Storm” describes the US position of eminence in science and technology ascompared to other countries- and how that position is slipping [1]. A major recommendation thecommittee makes is to recruit and retain scientists and engineers. Lichtenstein et al. report thatengineering students are often undecided about their careers, even into their senior year of theirdegree program [2]. Students receiving bachelor’s degrees in engineering often accept positionsoutside of engineering, again indicating that retaining engineers is a major concern.Statistics from the National Science Board and the Bureau of Labor Statistics indicate a specificlack in retention of minorities in technical fields. The number of

Conference Session

Tricks of the Trade - Reflections and Advice on the Educational Process

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stephanie Cutler, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; James J. Pembridge, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Univ., Daytona Beach; Matthew A. Verleger, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Univ., Daytona Beach

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Student

that were identified by the participants will be discussed in therespective sections as well. Institutional. The institutional elements that were identified focus around the specific milestoneswithin the PhD process that are created by the institution/department that the student is part of. Table 1shows the different process components identified by the special session facilitators as well as thoseidentified by each of the participant groups. The components were aligned to help identify elements thatwere present for all groups and places there were gaps or differences between the groups.In general, all of the groups agreed on roughly the following pathway through the PhD process: 1. Apply and get into graduate school; 2. Complete

Conference Session

K-12 & Pre-College Engineering Division Poster Session: Works in Progress

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Clemente Izurieta, Montana State University; Michael Trenk, Montana State University; MacKenzie O'Bleness, Montana State University; Sharlyn Gunderson-Izurieta, Montana State University

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division

most software development now takes place. These stereotypes are especially harmful toyoung students, who may feel disinclined to pursue a career that carries such a negativeconnotation. We investigate a current and successful program –the Software Factory approachwith existing undergraduates, and apply it to K-12 students. The goals of this exploratory casestudy were to counteract negative stereotypes by 1. Having K-12 students work in a team that resembled a small professional software development group, and 2. Having students work in the Software Factory –an especially designed physical space created to promote a realistic open and modern work environment. This case study aimed to address both goals through a summer

Conference Session

Thermodynamics, Fluids, and Heat Transfer II

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Aric Martin Gillispie, University of Central Oklahoma; Adam Dorety, University of Central Oklahoma; Andrew Meier, University of Central Oklahoma ; Grant M. Armstrong; Evan C. Lemley, University of Central Oklahoma

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Diversity

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Mechanical Engineering

betterperformances within the class. Ultimately, with a freshman design project underway or complete, the students should beprepared to write the first grant to fund future research. Even with minimal understanding,thorough research should allow for the student to develop a simple and unique engineeringdesign to address an area that would make a contribution to the field. In co-author Gillispie’scase, an RCSA grant was prepared by the student through thorough research on minimallystudied areas within fluid dynamics. Ultimately a topic was selected that there was minimalresearch on. For this reason, the student would be required to create a model to solve the problembeing addressed (Figure 1.), run a simple simulation on that model, design the model

Conference Session

Make It!

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Larry G. Richards, University of Virginia

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Manufacturing

normally considered trash, in order toemphasize the concept of reuse in promoting sustainability.With the initial implementation of Trash Sliders with middle school science classes, we gaveeach team a box of trash so all teams started with the same materials. Figure 1 shows the kinds ofmaterials they received. With our BLAST students (who were older and had limited time tocomplete the project), we arrayed a variety of types of trash at the front of the room. The teamswere encouraged to examine these materials then meet in their teams to discuss design ideas anddetermine what materials they needed. We had a “work station” with a skilled craftsman to cutand shape the materials as directed by the teams. This avoided any safety problems associatedwith

Conference Session

ETAC/ABET-Related Issues

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Byron G. Garry, South Dakota State University

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Engineering Technology

usage, quality can have two meanings: 1. the characteristics of a product or service that bear on its ability to satisfy stated or implied needs; 2. a product or service free of deficiencies. According to Joseph Juran, quality means “fitness for use;” and according to Philip Crosby, it means “conformance to requirements.”ASQ defines continuous improvement11 as an ongoing effort to improve products, services orprocesses. These efforts can seek “incremental” improvement over time or “breakthrough”improvement all at once. The ISO 9001-201512 standard is used by manufacturers to assesswhether they are following a good continuous improvement process. When used within a qualitymanagement system, such an approach emphasizes the importance of

Conference Session

Information and Network Security

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sarah A. Cunha; Dale C. Rowe, Brigham Young University

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Computing & Information Technology

-year-old became one of the first uncontained computerviruses 1 to be found in the wild. Some were created as proof of concept, showing whattheoretically can be done by outside software. The use of viruses gradually developed to read,destroy, or even steal data. These functions have become a key part of cyber-crime, and arecontinually on the rise today. The malicious intent of these programs gave rise to the termmalicious software, otherwise known as malware.According to Verizon’s 2014 Data Breach Investigations Report, 63,437 security incidents werereported in the year 2013, and 1,367 of those incidents resulted in a confirmed data breach 2. The2014 US State of Cybercrime Survey claims that an average of 135 security incidents perorganization

Conference Session

Works in Progress: Assessment and Research Tools

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Christian Anderson Arbogast, Oregon State University; Devlin Montfort, Oregon State University

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Educational Research and Methods

the overall fuzziness of that goal hardly contributes to a common set ofactionable processes. However, as a diverse field of researchers, we can hope that a diversity ofsmall steps will eventually coalesce around that ideal. One particular subgoal, as set out in 1, isincreasing an instructor’s capability for accurate formative assessment, or the process of makingstudent learning readily visible using a variety of in-situ tools. Formative assessment differs fromtraditional assessment (ie, traditionally scored tests or homework) in that it aims to illuminatesome of the underlying knowledge structures held by the student, not just their ability to meet anormative proficiency of skills. In that way, formative assessment is a manner of