paperimproves C-UAS technology in addition to highlighting the necessity of a curiosity-driveninnovation and a structured system engineering framework to address complex challenges within theaerospace domain. Pilot studies and partnership between the defense industry and academicinstitutions will be key in the integration of aerospace and cybersecurity research, to validate theperformance of the C-UAS under real-world conditions. References1. Gorlewicz, J. 1., & Jayaram, S. (2020). Instilling curiosity, connections, and creating value in entrepreneurial minded engineering: Concepts for a course sequence in dynamics and controls. Entrepreneurship Education and Pedagogy, 3(1), 60-85. https
effectiveness of STEM-focusedprogramming on increasing motivational factors that have downstream impacts on intentions andpersistence in STEM fields, particularly for women and underrepresented minorities [10], [11].However, many of these programs, while important, focus broadly on STEM. With thesemotivational factors in mind and a goal to specifically support broadening participation inengineering and agrisciences, we see the ANGELS program as a unique opportunity to addresseducation equity in STEM and promote the development of a confident and qualified femaleworkforce in engineering and agricultural sciences.The programs exposed fifteen (15) female, middle school girls per year to accomplished femalesand minorities in STEM-related fields through
teaching and learning.Don Pair, University of Dayton ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Use of a multi-level self-study to engage campus stakeholders and improve STEM student learning outcomes Jennifer Speed, Texas State University Donald L. Pair, University of DaytonAbstractSpurred by longstanding concerns about inequities in STEM learning outcomes, includingamong students in a university’s growing engineering and computer science programs, a smallteam of faculty and staff at a midsized university undertook an institution-wide initiative tounderstand its entire STEM learning environment, i.e., the conditions that inform
. Theseenhancements would ensure the activity continues to evolve, preparing students for the complexchallenges of sustainable engineering. Finally, inviting decision-making practicing engineerand/or building owner’s representatives to provide context for the assignment can also increasethe students’ appreciation for communication with stakeholders.AcknowledgmentThe author wishes to thank Dr. Andrew Gerhardt, Lawrence Technological University, and Dr.Maria-Isabel Carnasciali, Merrimack College, for hosting the “2024 LTU EML KIT FacultyDevelopment Workshop” motivating faculty to create entrepreneurially minded learning modules.References[1] Y. Zhong, F. Y. Y. Ling, and Peng Wu, “Using Multiple Attribute Value Technique for the Selection of Structural
thatmany of those basic concepts are already covered with the same nomenclature in the Physics classwhich is a prerequisite. Clearly the students did not learn or retain the material. At a program level,we have to do everything we can to convince the students that retention is the goal and cramming isa terrible idea.Entrepreneurial MindsetA successful researcher, businessman, or entrepreneur is curious about the world: they connect ideasand solutions to create value. These same traits make great engineers, great teachers, great novelists,great surgeons, and even great factory employees.More and more 21st-century jobs will ask employees to be creative, to notice and capitalize onconnections between unexpected things, and to keep in mind the
current phase upon receiving a "PAUSE" command and resumes from the paused point upon receiving a "RESUME" command. An automatic resume mechanism also exists, resuming operation after 60 seconds of inactivity. • Public health, Safety and Welfare: The design was meticulously developed with display environments in mind. As the model is intended for high-traffic areas within Grand Valley State University's School of Engineering and for showcasing at engineering trade shows, precautions were taken to ensure its safe operation. The power switch and cord are recessed on the back of the enclosure to prevent accidental tampering. A transparent front film protects the internal
Paper ID #49641Hands-On Fluid Mechanics: A Laboratory Course Development StoryDr. Matthew Kuester, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Dr. Kuester is an Assistant Professor at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor in the Computer Science, Engineering, and Physics Department. His research interests include renewable energy, aerodynamics, fluid mechanics, and engineering pedagogy. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 1 Session XXXX Hands-On Fluid Mechanics: A
, 2019. [2] A. Osta and K. D. Dahm, “Work in progress: Integrating entrepreneurial mind-set within undergraduate engineering course projects,” in 2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, 2019. [3] E. Davishahl, T. A. Vannelli, M. J. Babcock, and D. Hanley, “The seecrs scholar academy at whatcom community college: Three cohorts of s-stem scholarships later,” in 2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access, 2021. [4] M. E. Van Den Bogaard, D. Reeping, C. Finelli, and J. Millunchick, “Student experiences with the online learning environment during covid,” in 2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, 2022. [5] M. Mosleh, P. Chandran, A. P. Maclin, J. Harkless, C. J. Robinson, H. Salmani, S. T. Smith, G. Washington
human capability, improve safety, and push the boundaries of human-machine collaboration. With experience in software development, research, and my time in the U.S. Air Force, I strive to create technology that not only solves real-world problems but also helps people overcome personal limitations. I am driven by the belief that AI can be a powerful tool for both individual and societal advancement. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 1 Section XXXX AI-Enhanced DOBOT Magician for Classroom Education: Hand Gesture Control for Hazardous
Pennsylvania State University. She is a member of the U.S. White House endorsed initiative Algebra by 7th Grade, the Commission for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion to ASEE MIND, the Smithsonian Science Education Center’s Advisory Committee for ’Zero Barriers in STEM Education,’ board member for the Northeast STEM Starter Academy of Mount Vernon, NY, and the Florida-based STEM Xposure. She earned a BS in Civil Engineering from The Pennsylvania State University, an MBA from the University of Notre Dame, and a Doctor of Education in Organizational Change and Leadership from the University of Southern California. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025
, ratherthe student attitudes and engagement levels were significantly impacted by assessment method.Stowell and Bennett [11] conducted a study that did indicate that online testing does increase testanxiety and thus induces a situation in which misconduct is deemed appropriate in the minds ofstudents enduring through this anxiety. We do see a gap in direct comparisons in a post-GenAIworld, especially in the context of first-year engineering courses where stakes are somewhathirer for students in comparison to some other higher-education programs.This body of literature provides a comprehensive foundation for examining the transition fromdigital to paper-based exams, particularly in the context of addressing academic dishonesty inhigher education. By
Paper ID #49502Putting Transparent Thinking Approach Solution Factory (TTASF) into ProductionImplementation of Innovative TTA Genefic ToolsDr. Mohammad A Aliedeh, New Mexico State University Dr. Mohammad A. Aliedeh Bio Dr. Aliedeh is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering, Mutah University, Karak, Jordan. He is now in sabbatical leave in Chemical Engineering Department, New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM. Dr. Aliedeh earned his Ph.D. from New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM, USA, and his undergraduate and Master studies from Jordan University of Science and Technology (JUST
engineering careers. With theseinsights in mind, the authors felt compelled to introduce open-ended labs into their fluidmechanics course, believing that they would provide students with the opportunity to engage inmore meaningful, hands-on learning that mirrors the challenges they will face in professionalpractice [1-5]Pilot Implementation in an Advanced Fluid Mechanics courseThe pilot of the open-ended lab was introduced in the Fall 2024 semester as part of a mechanicalengineering technology program's fluid mechanics course. This course is the second in asequence of two fluid mechanics courses, designed to build upon foundational concepts andprovide more advanced knowledge of fluid behavior. It is a 4-credit hour course, with 3 credithours
Paper ID #49561Evaluating the Impact of a Summer NSF REU Program on UndergraduateStudents’ STEM Career Aspirations and Educational Goals: A Case StudyDr. Sudipta Chowdhury, Marshall University Sudipta Chowdhury is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering in Marshall University. His area of research includes Critical Infrastructure Resilience, Disaster Restoration Planning, Supply Chain and Logistics, and formal and informal STEM Education. He has published over 20 peer-reviewed journal articles and multiple conference proceedings. He serves as a reviewer of multiple journals such
Paper ID #49651Learning Languages through Interactive GamingMr. Colby Edward Kurtz, Houston Christian University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 1 Learning Languages through Interactive Gaming 1Colby E. Kurtz, 2Matthew Z. Blanchard, 3Marian K. Zaki 1,2 Undergraduate Cyber Engineering Students, 3Assistant Professor of Computer Science College of Science and Engineering Houston Christian University kurtzce, blanchardmz, mzaki @hc.edu
Paper ID #49621Traffic Flow Management of State Street-Bayfront Parkway Intersection: ASimulation Case StudyJayed PashaJunayed Pasha, Gannon University Junayed Pasha, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical, Industrial and Systems Engineering at Gannon University. Prior to joining Gannon University, he served as a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering at Florida A&M University-Florida State University College of Engineering. He obtained Ph.D. and M.Eng. degrees from Florida State University in Civil Engineering with concentration on Operations
Paper ID #45682SUSTAINABLE CITIES USING RENEWABLE ENERGY A CASE STUDYOF A RENEWABLE CITYMr. Omar McFarlane Sweeney, University of Florida Omar Sweeney is an astute Engineering Professional with three decades of experience, specializing in Civil, Construction Engineering and Project Management. Throughout his professional career, he has successfully led the charge for several major Government-related and social intervention programs and infrastructural projects. He holds a Master of Engineering from the University of Florida. He has completed postgraduate executive training programs at the London School of Economics
. Various Learning Styles: Engaging Diverse Minds - LearningMole. LearningMole. https://learningmole.com/games-and-activities-suit- various-learning-styles/ IV. CONCLUSION [3] Marise, & Connolly, M. (2024, June). Solving Puzzles This project provided invaluable experience with the Together: Enhance Cognitive Skills - LearningMole. entire design, engineering, and manufacturing workflow. Not LearningMole. https
Paper ID #45500Fast-Track to Research Writing Mastery: A 9-Week Intensive Course forGraduate StudentsDr. Shenghua Wu, University of South Alabama Dr. Shenghua Wu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil, Coastal, and Environmental Engineering at the University of South Alabama. His research areas include civil engineering materials characterization, pavement performance evaluation and modeling, design, and maintenance, multidisciplinary approach to address complex engineering issues, as well as STEM education. He holds multiple leadership roles, including the Director for Interdisciplinary Center for Sustainable
Paper ID #45656Student-Focused Videos for Civil Infrastructure Education and PromotionMs. Montana Jane Lang, Mississippi State Montana Lang is a graduate assistant at Mississippi State University.Taylor Cagle, Mississippi State University Taylor Cagle is a Civil Engineer with a focus on hydraulics and environmental restorationDr. Isaac L. Howard P.E., Mississippi State University Isaac L. Howard is the Director of the Richard A. Rula School of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Mississippi State University. He is a member of the Bagley College of Engineering Academy of Distinguished Teachers
objectives. The author has included in an End Note “A copy ofIntelligence in particular create opportunities and challenges for the Technology in Education Guidelines for these classes.”the engineering education ecosystem. AI presents a uniquedisruption in the way that students acquire knowledge in the A word about the nomenclature of assignments,classroom and apply that knowledge afterwards. This paper assessments and activities for the purposes of this study. Thesefocuses on graduate level project and process management classes generally use a mixture of assignments, assessments,classes that have been taught before AI and will continue to be and activities. They are often interconnected as theytaught to
Paper ID #49606PolarBear DSP Digital Effects PedalWesley Cole Hanson, Ohio Northern UniversityCody Beagle, Ohio Northern UniversityAaron Altstaetter, Ohio Northern UniversityAmari Shamar Patterson, Ohio Northern University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Polarized Sound (DSP Digital Effects Pedal)Introduction:This paper will detail a senior project in which the team design a digital effects pedal formusicians. This effects pedal will give a user the ability to experience a variety of guitareffects that they otherwise would have to purchase individually, all in the
Paper ID #45474AI Unleashed: Navigating Ethical Integration of Generative Tools in an UndergraduateClassroomDr. Bryn Elizabeth Seabrook, University of Virginia Bryn Seabrook is an Assistant Professor in Science, Technology, and Society at the University of Virginia. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 AI Unleashed: Navigating Ethical Integration of Generative Tools in an Undergraduate ClassroomAbstractAs generative AI tools increasingly permeate educational settings, the need for a criticalexamination of their integration in undergraduate classrooms becomes paramount
2025 ASEE Northeast Section Conference, March 22, 2025, University of Bridgeport, Bridgeport, CT, USA. AI-enhanced Open Educational Practices (AIOEP) Managing Security, Privacy, and Ethics of Artificial Intelligence in Engineering Education Peter Cavanaugh Jun Zhang, Department of Technology Management Department of Technology Management University of Bridgeport University of Bridgeport Bridgeport, CT, USA Bridgeport, CT, USA
Paper ID #45470Enhancing Student Engagement in Numerical Methods: The Impact of AlternativeGrading PracticesDr. Vivek Singhal, University of Wisconsin - Stout ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025Enhancing Student Engagement in Numerical Methods: The Impact of Alternative Grading PracticesStudent engagement is critical for achieving positive academic and social outcomes, yetmaintaining high engagement levels in challenging math-based courses like numericalmethods can be difficult. This study addresses this challenge by implementing twoassessment-based strategies: a bonus point self-assessment rubric and
Paper ID #45581Cost-Reduction of Solar Power Plants by Utilizing Plant ByproductsDr. Fazil T. Najafi, University of Florida For more than 40 years, Dr. Najafi has worked in government, industry, and education. He earned a BSCE 1963 from the American College of Engineering, University of Kabul, Afghanistan. In 1966, Dr. Najafi earned a Fulbright scholarship and did his B.S., MS, and Ph.D. degree in Civil Engineering at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, Virginia; his experience in industry and government includes work as a Highway Engineer, Construction Engineer, Structural, Mechanical
education, guided numerous Women in Center for Research Advancing With a sharp focus on big-picture Ershela is now channeling her Engineering (WIE) and Minority Racial Equity, Justice, and thinking and a gift for fostering expertise to researching the Engineering Programs (MEP) to Sociotechnical Innovation Centered collaborative connections, she has everyday experiences of those within thrive in today’s competitive in Engineering (RARE JUSTICE) and redefined how clients approach the equity spectrum. As an industry landscape. With a deep an Assistant Professor of creativity in their daily lives, leader, she is
College of Education and the University of Michigan’s Marsal Family School of Education. His research focuses on college education issues associated with racially minoritized students. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025Fostering Tomorrow's STEM Entrepreneurs: Insights from an Innovative STEM Program Promoting Equity-Centered EntrepreneurshipABSTRACT:The representation of Black students in STEM entrepreneurship remains disproportionately low,with only 2% of Black recipients of science and engineering PhDs in 2017 pursuingentrepreneurial careers. This disparity is compounded by systemic barriers faced by entrepreneursof color, including limited access to entrepreneurship
psychologists and behavioralmisinformation, and digital threats. However, because these economists have focused on revealing ways in which humanskills are often taught inconsistently, in isolation, or overlooked reasoning is prone to error. Research by Kahneman, Tversky,entirely, many individuals lack awareness of their importance and others has shown that even highly educated individualsand fail to apply them—particularly when they are cognitively frequently rely on cognitive shortcuts—biases and heuristicsoverloaded or are being targeted by social engineering and —that lead to systematic errors in judgment [4]-[13].online manipulation [1], [2]. Recognizing these biases is
Paper ID #49569Office Message BoardMr. Brian Scott Downey, Ohio Northern UniversityAnthony MiddletonJared Timmerman, Ohio Northern UniversityTeagan Hendricks, Ohio Northern UniversityAiden Tallet, Ohio Northern University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025The Office Message Board Design and ImplementationAbstract This project aims to provide faculty at ONU with an efficient tool to communicatechanges in availability to students. Changes in availability can cause confusion between studentsand faculty. Our design will provide students with up-to-date information on their professors'whereabouts, letting them know when