alternative energy sources. And that was good as far as itwent; my sense was that it did not go far enough.FIGs at UW-MadisonIn Fall of 2007 I had the opportunity to conduct one of only two FIG (Freshman Interest Group)courses in the College of Engineering. This led me to a review of ideas for first year curriculumreform. Most first year programs have as a primary aim the improved retention and academicsupport for beginning students; an emphasis on under-represented students is usually important.In addition, such programs strive to move freshmen more quickly into a mature and productiveunderstanding of their career choices and their implications; essential skills can be emphasized insuch programs to speed up the students’ development of engineering
375 academically prepared STEM majors from seven different collegesand universities, Seymour and Hewett (1997) indicated that the most commonly reported factorsamong all students entering as a STEM major were: intrinsic interest in STEM; persuasion orinfluence of individuals such as parents, teachers, and mentors; desire for a high paying job orprestigious career; strong high school performance in math and science; family tradition; andrecruitment. Closely related to self-motivation in STEM was a social commitment to specificcareer goals (Seymour, 1997). A 2000 report by the National Center for Educational Statisticsfound the racial gap that exists in STEM program enrollment between white or Asian and
Paper ID #10783Building A Healthy Online Student Community Through Education Environ-ment DesignMrs. Karen L. Bollenbach, The University of Virginia Mrs. Bollenbach is a student at the University of Virginia and anticipates receiving her B.S. in engineering science in May 2014. She graduated from Virginia Tech with a B.S. in health education in 1993 before beginning a career in the insurance industry. In 2009, she began studying drafting and engineering at Tide- water Community College. As a 2013 Virginia Microelectronics Consortium (VMEC) summer scholar, she conducted thermoelectric thin film research at the Applied
areas, the discovery of newapplications of that knowledge, and the creation of new markets in which to apply theseapplications have caused a “significant shift in employment opportunities” (Creed, Suuberg, &Crawford, 2002, p. 185) for which many current engineering graduates are not adequatelyprepared.As a result, the professional outlook and career path for an engineer looks very different than itdid in the past. In an article about de-industrialization and its effect on engineering education,Wei (2005) remarked that, “research and development in manufacturing companies used to beviewed as a glamorous career for the brightest engineering graduates, but the number ofattractive job offers has been declining for many years” (p.130). Today
students have commented onhow these courses have broadened their perspectives, made them more versatile and enhancedtheir career progression. Since most successful entrepreneurs have a holistic systems approach tonew ventures, a unique “Systems Engineering Entrepreneurship” program is being pioneered toaugment the Engineering Management program at Florida Tech. Page 10.544.1 Proceedings of the 2005 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition Copyright © 2005, American Society for Engineering EducationIntroductionOver the past seven years, Florida Tech’s Engineering Management program has
Challenges and Opportunities in Ethics Education in Biomedical Engineering Paul J. Benkeser1, Roberta M. Berry2 and Jonathan D. Olinger3 Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology and Emory University1 / Schools of Public Policy2 and Aerospace Engineering3, Georgia Institute of TechnologyI. IntroductionThe challenges of interdisciplinarity—integrating bioscience, biomedical, and bioengineeringknowledge and skills—are well known to biomedical engineering (BME) educators.Undergraduate BME engineering educators face the additional challenge of preparing theirstudents for diverse professional career paths in a
with making science more relevant to studentsTable 5. Gains towards Project Goals and ObjectivesGoals and Objectives Gains ThemesProduce scientists, engineers, science -Valuable teaching experienceand math educators -Professional development -Personal developmentFellows realize connections between -Networking opportunitieseducation, research and professional -Value goal setting in professional developmentexperience and relate to career success -Relate teaching to career options -Realize connections between learning and practice
responsibility and deference to authority, and too many sidelinecommitments such as girlfriends/boyfriends and part-time jobs (to pay for their expensiveautomobiles and insurance) all increase the challenge of succeeding in college. Professorsare aware of the needs for rigor and excellence in the classroom and sensitivity to theabove factors that compromise such. Experienced faculty have already come toequilibrium in balancing standards versus sensitivity, and rigor versus rapport. However,NEE often have difficulty in establishing equilibrium and may start their teaching career aseither too easy and casual, or too hard and hard-line. Some will go through a series ofunder damped oscillations (flip-flops) between these extremes before reachingequilibrium
Communities (http://ceae.colorado.edu/EDC/). The goal ofthe program is to educate globally responsible students who can offer sustainable andappropriate technology solutions to the endemic problems faced by developingcommunities worldwide. The program is designed to serve as a blueprint for theeducation of engineers of the 21st century who are called to play a critical role incontributing to peace and security in an increasingly challenged world.The training that we will provide students will lead to a Bachelor of Science inEngineering, with a minor in Humanitarian Engineering. We anticipate that, even ifgraduates with these credentials do not spend their whole careers in humanitarianengineering endeavors, their multi-faceted expertise and
AC 2011-2141: GOLDSHIRT TRANSITIONAL PROGRAM: FIRST-YEARRESULTS AND LESSONS LEARNED ON CREATING ENGINEERINGCAPACITY AND EXPANDING DIVERSITYTanya D Ennis, University of Colorado Boulder TANYA D. ENNIS is the current Engineering GoldShirt Program Director at the University of Colorado Boulder’s College of Engineering and Applied Science. She received her M.S. in Computer Engineering from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles and her B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Southern University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Her career in the telecommunications industry included positions in software and systems engineering and technical project management. Tanya most recently taught mathematics at the Denver
connectengineering education organizations in different parts of the world is also made available.A 2010 two week course to the Netherlands and the United Kingdom presents a case study thatshowcases the introduction to concepts present in differing academic and professional cultures.The theme of “Learning to Live with Floods” provided students experience to cutting-edge floodmanagement and modeling techniques. This exposure enhanced students’ academic goals in afashion that would be impossible during the course of typical engineering curricula. The widevariety of lectures, presentations, and field trips are provided in a context that serves to acclimatestudents to a career that is increasingly likely to be multicultural and global. Surveys that
AC 2012-5477: PORTFOLIOS TO PROFESSORIATE: HELPING STUDENTSINTEGRATE PROFESSIONAL IDENTITIES THROUGH EPORTFOLIOSDr. Lisa D. McNair, Virginia Tech Lisa McNair is an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering Education at Virginia Tech, where she also serves as Assistant Department Head for Graduate Programs and co-directs the Virginia Tech Engineering Communication Center. Her research includes interdisciplinary collaboration, com- munication studies, identity theory, and reflective practice. Projects supported by the National Science Foundation include: interdisciplinary pedagogy for pervasive computing design; writing across the cur- riculum in statics courses; a a CAREER award to explore the use of e
synthesizing a team solution Professional - Prepare students for successful careers and lifelong learning development and - Provide a basic innovation background to ensure the ability to effectively compete in preparation a changing career landscape in areas driven by innovation - Acquire management, communication and team skills that prepare students for industry - Network with employers through career fairs and company tours, and turn internships into full-time jobs at large and small software firms - Develop tools and confidence to create one’s own opportunities, and to
student experiences, computing education, fostering mastery-based learning mindsets, and assessments. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 (Re)visions: Approaches to Teaching Technical Communications and Professional Development in a Multidisciplinary Engineering Capstone Course1. IntroductionIntegrating writing pedagogy-based practices and instruction into capstone curriculumdemonstrates the interconnectedness of the disciplines. While engineering programs and alumniof those programs report a need for technical and professional communication skills as part oftheir career success [1]. Success in their careers will depend on their ability to
referred to as Homefront Factor studies, local institution communitymile linkages, out of state community outreach and our preparation of in-person Saturday academy thatincludes a series of weekly hands-on activities. Students have been engaged in a variety of "hands-on,minds-on" STEAM activities that are aligned to the National Math, Science, and Technology standardsand learn about different Nuclear Energy University Program (NEUP) careers in STEAM as they delve intoeach grade level project.Key Words: Supporting Strategic Training of Adaptable and Integrated Nuclear Workforce (SUSTAIN);Nuclear Energy University Program (NEUP); Local Institution Community Linkages and Outreach;Pipeline Development; Family Forum Café; Historically Black College
Paper ID #42586Engagement in Practice: A Road Map for Academia and Non-Profit CollaborationKerrie Danielle Hooper, Florida International University Kerrie Hooper is currently an Engineering and Computing Education Ph.D. student at Florida International University. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Guyana in 2019 and then worked for two years in the industry as a Data Analyst & Systems Administrator, before pursuing her doctoral degree. Her research interests are in AI ethics, responsible technology in education, women’s careers in computing, and arts-based approach to STEM
informed by established theoretical frameworks and previousresearch to ensure a comprehensive assessment of students' understanding and attitudes. Section 1: Knowledge Assessment (S1) This section employed a series of multiple-choice questions aimed at assessing students'foundational understanding of renewable energy and environmental protection concepts. Thequestions were consistent across the pre- and post-survey phases, with slight modifications inphrasing or numerical values where applicable to maintain the integrity of the evaluation and allowfor a direct comparison of knowledge acquisition (Anthony, 1996; Cattaneo, 2017; Grabinger &Dunlap, 1995). Sections 2-5: Attitudes, Behaviors, Career Decisions, and Abilities These
featuring partnership acrossthree urban universities to develop effective interventions, in combination with financial support,for improving academic outcomes for engineering students. The Urban STEM project wasdesigned to address challenges faced at the three urban institutions collaborating for the project,and in particular the need for many of the engineering students to work a significant number ofhours each week, resulting in them taking fewer course hours each semester and beingdisconnected from their peers, faculty, and campus. These factors are especially concerning forstudents who are underrepresented in engineering majors, as they already leave engineeringmajors and careers at higher rates. Thus, the Urban STEM Collaboratory was designed
community.IntroductionEngineering Technology programs, including both two year and four year tracks, continue togrow. Engineering and Engineering Technology by the Numbers [3] published that there were14,312 degrees awarded in the year 2019 alone. These degrees come from 111 institutions thatgrant Engineering Technology degrees [3]. Despite the considerable number of degrees awardedin Engineering Technology disciplines, there is little research conducted on the experiences ofEngineering Technology students.Like Engineering Science degree earners, Engineering Technology students may test forprofessional engineering licensure in 35 states. Although the procedures in testing for a licensemay vary, Engineering Technology graduates may pursue careers as professional engineers
Post University.Dr. Buket D. Barkana, The University of Akron Dr. Barkana is the Margaret F. Donovan Chair for Women in Engineering and associate professor of Biomedical Engineering at The University of Akron (UA) since 2023. She received her B.Sc. in electrical and electronics engineering from the Anadolu University in 1994 and her M.Sc. and Ph.D. from the Eskisehir Osmangazi University (ESOGU), Turkey in 1997 and 2005, respectively. Before UA, she was a professor of Electrical Engineering at the University of Bridgeport between 2007 and 2023, a faculty member at Anadolu University between 1995 and 1999, and at the ESOGU from 1999 to 2001 in Turkey. Throughout her career, she has developed and taught undergraduate
. His research interests include graduate student mentorship, faculty development, mental health and well-being, teamwork and group dynamics, and the design of project-based learning classes.Dr. Karin Jensen, University of Michigan Karin Jensen, Ph.D. (she/her) is an assistant professor in biomedical engineering and engineering education research at the University of Michigan. Her research interests include mental health and wellness, engineering student career pathways, and engagement of engineering faculty in engineering education research. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Work in Progress: Design and Preliminary Results of a Survey to Explore Relationships
electrical and computer engineering department heads wasconducted in 2009 to solicit responses regarding what constitutes sufficient assessment forprogram educational objectives. The results of this survey indicate that the current views of whatconstitutes sufficiency by ABET are misguided, resulting in the collection of statistically invaliddata, faulty assumptions regarding the causality of a program’s objectives to the career successesof their alumni, and unwarranted citations for shortcomings beyond the control of both programand institution. This paper presents a detailed analysis of the survey responses and providesrecommendations to ABET for changes to the accreditation process.IntroductionIn the “Criteria for Accrediting Engineering Programs
, anddemonstrated deeper understanding of subject matter. They found that service-learning is moreeffective over four years and that the messiness inherent in helping solve real community-basedproblems enhances the positive effects (Eyler & Giles, 1999).Astin et al. found with longitudinal data of 22,000 students that service-learning had significantpositive effects on 11 outcome measures: academic performance (GPA, writing skills, criticalthinking skills), values (commitment to activism and to promoting racial understanding), self-efficacy, leadership (leadership activities, self-rated leadership ability, interpersonal skills),choice of a service career, and plans to participate in service after college. In all measures exceptself-efficacy
AC 2011-528: BEST PRACTICES FOR STUDENT ROBOTIC CAMPSMarilyn Barger, Hillsborough Community College Dr. Marilyn Barger is the Principal Investigator and Executive Director of FLATE, the Florida Regional Center of Advanced Technological Education, funded by the National Science Foundation and housed at Hillsborough Community College in Tampa, Florida since 2004. FLATE serves the state of Florida as its region and is involved in outreach and recruitment of students into technical career pathway; curriculum development and reform; and professional development for technical teachers and faculty. She earned a B.A. in Chemistry at Agnes Scott College and both a B.S. in Engineering Science and a Ph.D. in Civil
Entrepreneurship Fellows Program at Lawrence Tech. He serves as the Executive Director of The Legends Entrepreneurial Alumni Organization. Reimer has been recognized as a professional by the Institute of Management Consultants and has been elected a Certified Management Consultant. Reimer holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Management from Lawrence Technological University and a Master of Arts degree in Political Science from University of Detroit Mercy. He is one of the founders of The Small Business Strategy Group (SBSG).Margaret Pierce, Lawrence Tech University Margaret Pierce is currently serving as the Director of Career Services at Lawrence Technological University. Before she joined the
student interestin, and knowledge of, an engineering career — supported by creating a strong community amongGoldShirt students and the larger college population. Another goal is to ensure that students areprepared to academically perform in a traditional engineering program after their transitionalGoldShirt year. By achieving all Program goals, we seek to create a national model forsignificantly boosting recruitment, retention and graduation of under-prepared students inengineering.The Engineering GoldShirt Program enrolled its first cohort of 16 highly-motivated yet under-prepared students in fall 2009. In the pilot group, 11 represent the first-generation in theirfamilies to attend college, 13 are underrepresented minority students, and seven
University’s first-year engineering program began in the fall of 2000. Within thisprogram, entering students learn basic engineering and technical skills that are applicable to theirengineering and professional careers. Through the completion of the first-year engineeringcourses, students gain, develop and improve their skills in: • Teamwork • Written and oral technical communication • Problem solving • Engineering design • Engineering modeling (numerical, graphical, 3-D) • Engineering analysis (data collection, analysis, description) • Computer software • Interpersonal communication • Basic university skills Page
AC 2010-1957: DESTINATION UNKNOWN: GENDER DIFFERENCES INATTRITION FROM GRADUATE STUDY IN ENGINEERINGLisa Frehill, Self employed consultant Lisa Frehill is an evaluation consultant with more than a decade of experience evaluating educational programs. She earned her PhD at the University of Arizona in 1993, after which she was on the sociology faculty at New Mexico State University and then the PI for New Mexico State University’s ADVANCE: Institutional Transformation award. Current projects focus on: engineering workforce; gender and ethnic issues in access to STEM careers; and women’s international participation and collaboration in STEM.Amanda Lain, Freelance Consultant has an MA in
wasused in two of the tasks to provide both qualitative and quantitative data. Eye tracking is aninnovative method that is increasingly being used in the field of human-computer interaction forusability studies, as it can provide useful insight into the cognitive aspect of the users. Based onthe data analysis, a significant improvement was noticed in users interest after using RDS.Statistical analysis showed significant increase in career interest in science followed closely byenjoyment. Results from the analysis on learning outcomes suggest the RDS was perceived tohave high real world applicability. Results also showed an increase in knowledge gained afterusing the system. The Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) constructs such as perceived easeof
Professor and was promoted to Associate Professor in 2005 and to Professor in 2009. Kono is a Fellow of the American Physical Society and was a recipient of the CAREER Award of the National Science Foundation. His current research interests include optical studies of low-dimensional systems; non-equilibrium many-body and cooperative dynamics; strong-field physics in solids; and terahertz phenomena in semiconductors.Mr. Shane M Curtis, University of Tulsa Page 20.42.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2014 Impact on Student Learning: A Comparison of International and