, diversity equity andinclusionIntroduction:Traditional engineering education has focused largely on teaching technical knowledge and skills with aheavy emphasis on theory, problem-solving, and math/science concepts. Of course, these are foundationalfor competency as an engineer, but as described in a report published by the National Academies ofEngineering, new engineering graduates lacked the skills to succeed professionally [1]. Though these newgraduates were technically capable, they struggled with communication, teamwork, and othernontechnical expectations of the career field that grew through the 1980s. In response to these challenges,the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) with support from various stakeholdersdeveloped
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Paper ID #48787WIP: Professional Identity Formation in University MakerspacesMs. Anna Engelke, NC State University / UNC-Chapel Hill Anna Engelke is the Education Program Manager for the BeAM network of makerspaces at the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill. Her work focuses on developing makerspace learning environments, including maker course integration, instructional design for tool trainings, and mentor programs for makerspace staff. She is a current doctoral student in the Learning Design + Technology program at NC State University. Her research interests include communities of practice, professional development
leveraging AI to tackle simple and longstanding problems in engineering education. With over a decade of industry experience as a Technology Strategist and Technical Lead, he has established himself as a forward-thinking innovator in AI and EdTech. His expertise spans Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA), Machine Learning (ML), Natural Language Processing (NLP), and Prompt Engineering Techniques (PETs) with Large Language Models (LLMs). Taiwo is known for his ability to collaborate effectively within and across organizations to meet project goals and drive transformative results. He excels in leading technical teams, offering strategic IT consultations, and implementing solutions that enhance productivity.Dr. Sarah Jane Bork
Paper ID #45805A Novel Approach to meet the Expectation of Culminating Design ExperienceDr. Shashi S. Marikunte, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, The Capital College Shashi S. Marikunte is an Associate Teaching Professor of Civil Engineering and Acting Chair at The Pennsylvania State University, Middletown, Pennsylvania. He serves as the Program Evaluator (PEV) for ABET and also the ABET Coordinator for the Civil Engineering (CE) as well as Structural Design and Construction Engineering Technology (SDCET) program. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025A Novel Approach to meet the
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study, we explored the feasibility of integrating self-directed learning and 3D printing intolab-based chemical engineering education which can enhance student engagement and skillacquisition while meeting the expected learning objectives for the traditional experiments. Byallowing students to design, print, and assemble their own experimental equipment, they gainhands-on experience in critical areas such as CAD design, 3D printing, and equipmentengineering. Additionally, 3D printing technology helps lower financial barriers by enablingstudents at smaller institutions, individual hobbyists, or even those working remotely, tofabricate smaller-scale models of equipment that replicate the functionality of traditional unitoperations. These models
Paper ID #46593Successful Engineering Capstone Design Projects based on a collaborationbetween the US Army and an Electrical Engineering program with a focuson CybersecurityDr. Virgilio Ernesto Gonzalez, University of Texas at El Paso Virgilio Gonzalez, Associate Chair and Professor of Practice at the ECE department at The University of Texas at El Paso, and started his first appointment at UTEP in 2001. He focuses his research on communication technologies. He received the UT System Board of Regents Outstanding Teaching Award and is actively engaged in K-12 Engineering outreach.Pilar Gonzalez, University of Texas at El Paso
beneficial for STEM education research and practice. Dr. Yoon has authored more than 85 peer-reviewed journal articles and conference proceedings and served as a journal reviewer in engineering education, STEM education, and educational psychology. She has also served as a PI, co-PI, advisory board member, or external evaluator on several NSF- and NASA-funded projects.Dr. Joe Roy, American Society for Engineering Education Joseph Roy has over 15 years of data science and higher education expertise. He currently directs three national annual data collections at the ASEE of colleges of engineering and engineering technology that gather detailed enrollment, degrees awarded, research expenditures, faculty headcounts, faculty
) with secondary appointment in the Department of Computer Science within the School of Engineering at Tufts University. Having received his graduate degrees in Computer Science and Electrical Engineering from Tufts University, he continues research in the design, implementation, and evaluation of different educational technologies. With particular attention to engaging students in the STEAM content areas, he focuses his investigations on enhancing creativity and innovation, supporting better documentation, and encouraging collaborative learning.William Church ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 BIOMIMICRY AS AN AUTHENTIC ANCHOR (RESOURCE EXCHANGE) Design Challenge
Paper ID #46068Building Resilience Through Construction Trade Education for Low-IncomeIndividuals ¨Claudia Calle Muller, Florida International University Claudia Calle M¨uller is a Ph.D. Candidate in Civil and Environmental Engineering at Florida International University (FIU). She holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Pontificia Universidad Cat´olica del Peru (PUCP). Claudia has over 4 years of experience in structural engineering designing reinforced concrete residential and commercial buildings in Peru; over 2 years of experience in entrepreneurship; and over 4 years of teaching experience. Currently
pertinent to the parameters of the scoping review, and this is where thecreation of an Inclusion/Exclusion criteria becomes crucial. Some literature that was excludedfrom my scoping review process included studies that took place in “non-United States settings”and studies that were “engineering projects” (such as advances in engine technology) as I wasconcerned with the lived experiences of Asian engineering students in the US during theirengineering education journey in higher education contexts. Both Arksey & O’Malley [4] and Levac et al. [1] recommend the use of two (or more)reviewers during this process. The reviewers will conduct their own process of removing theirrelevant studies from the scoping review and compare their results
State with her Ph.D. in Engineering Education, and also holds a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology and a M.S. in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research from the Pennsylvania State University. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025Self-reflection: Lessons learned from three years of teaching as an international Ph.D. student engineering instructorAbstract: Graduate students, especially Ph.D. students, often work as teaching assistants (TAs) tosupport themselves financially. Recently, there has been a rise in the number of pre-doctoral orgraduate student instructors, particularly in large public universities. These pre
developed in collaboration with over 40 faculty, students, and staff representing twelveacademic departments and eight administrative units. Instructors are also encouraged to use resourcesfor faculty and staff at the Drexel Counseling Center and resources for inclusive teaching at the Teachingand Learning Center.Acknowledgements: We acknowledge helpful input from the following administrative and student supportunits: Counseling Center, Dean of Students, Office of General Counsel, Provost Office, Public Safety,Teaching and Learning Center, University Advising, and University Communications.This project was completed through the Executive Learning in Academic Technology, Engineering, andScience (ELATES) program with funding from the Kern
Paper ID #49282Practical Approaches to Hybrid/HyFlex Delivery for Manufacturing and Automation-RelaCourses to Accommodate Work-Study InternshipsProf. Julia L Morse, Kansas State University Salina Aerospace and Technology Campus Julia Morse is an Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering Technology and Robotics and Automation Engineering Technology at Kansas State University Salina Aerospace and Technology Campus. A Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE) and a Certified Enterprise Integrator (CEI), she earned a B.S in Industrial Engineering from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville and an M.S. in Manufacturing Systems
, holding degrees from both the College of Engineering and the School of Education. Her passion for education led her to become a dedicated K-12 STEM Educator. In this role, Jesika is committed to introducing and inspiring students from diverse backgrounds and cultures to the intricacies of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). With a specific focus on encouraging underrepresented students, Jesika has been actively involved in developing and implementing curriculum. Her innovative approach aims to cultivate a love for STEM subjects and motivate students to pursue higher education in these fields. Over the past five years, Jesika has played a pivotal role in directing various summer enrichment programs
provide feedback to the learner, but help to measure success forboth internal and external reviews of courses and programs [31, 32]. For example, accreditationbodies like ABET certify higher education programs in applied and natural science, computing,engineering, and engineering technology [33]. During the accreditation process, ABET requiresengineering programs to submit samples of student graded work.Assessing changes born from the emergency transition to online teaching during COVID-19 isimperative when adapting courses to a post-pandemic classroom. Doing so can deliberatelyprevent thoughtless rebound to pre-pandemic teaching approaches, and a loss of lessons learned.While grades have long been relied upon to tell the story of success or
transportation engineering education. She teaches aDr. Frederick Paige, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Dr. Frederick (”Freddy”) Paige is the founder of the STILE (Society, Technology, Infrastructure, and Learning Environments) Research Group, Assistant Director of the Virginia Center for Housing Research (VCHR), an Assistant Professor at Virginia Tech in the Vecellio Construction Engineering and Management Program, and a co-Founder of Virginia Tech Digging in the Crates (VTDITC). Starting as a student member of ASCE in 2010, Dr. Paige is now a full member of MOSAIC (Members of Society Advancing an Inclusive Culture). Dr. Paige’s main scholarship goal is to create the knowledge needed to develop an
Paper ID #45368Pandemic Transformation in a Field Study Design Course: Insights Before,During, and After the CrisisDr. Todd Nicewonger, Virginia Tech Todd E. Nicewonger has a Ph.D. in Applied Anthropology and his work focuses on the ethnographic study of engineers and designers.Shea Fitzgerald Hagy, Chalmers University of Technology ¨Catarina Ostlund ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Pandemic Transformation in a Field Study Design Course: Insights Before, During, and After the CrisisIn early spring of 2020, a group of engineering and architectural graduate students
as an engineering tool? The study adopted a survey-based approach to capture students' evolving perceptions of AI. The results offer an in-depthunderstanding of how students’ perceptions of AI in chemical engineering setting.Regarding faculty perspectives, three chemical engineering faculty from three different institutionsused AI to design the syllabus, course materials, and assessments, providing a unique opportunityto explore the effectiveness of AI in the course development process. This work aims to provide aroadmap for future AI-driven course redesigns and offer insights into how AI influences bothlearning outcomes and students’ confidence in using AI technology in professional settings.Preliminary case studies in Thermodynamics
Paper ID #48072Preparing Aviation Students for the Hydrogen-Powered Future: Key Competenciesfor Safety, Efficiency, and SustainabilityMr. Favour Ocheja, Purdue School of Aviation Transportation Technology Favour Ocheja is a graduate student pursuing a Master’s degree in Aviation and Aerospace Management at Purdue University, with a strong background in aerospace engineering and software development. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Aerospace Engineering from the National Aerospace University in Ukraine, specializing in engines and aircraft power plants. With hands-on experience as a Space Research Engineer at the
Kingdom,United States and European Union), show a 35% of women representation in STEM, 29% ininformation and technologies, and 26% in engineering [20]. This representation further variesamong different engineering disciplines within the same country as well, where Civil Engineeringand Mechanical Engineering were considered by students at Qatar University as male-dominatedfields while Chemical Engineering and Industrial Engineering were considered welcoming to allgenders [21].Cultural norms, societal expectations, and parental influence play a significant role in shapingwomen’s choices of undergraduate majors in the MENA region [22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27]. In someMENA countries, women were viewed as dependent on men [28], with their primary duties
Foundation.References 1. Canney, N. E., & Bielefeldt, A. R. (2016). Validity and reliability evidence of the engineering professional responsibility assessment tool. Journal of engineering education, 105(3), 452-477. 2. Murthy, J. N., Lavanya, C., & Kosaraju, S. (2020). Ethics in engineering profession: Pedagogy and practices. In K. Kumar & J. P. Davim (Eds.), Methodologies and outcomes of engineering and technological pedagogy (pp. 296-318). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-7998-2245-5.ch0143. Niles, S., Contreras, S., Roudbari, S., Kaminsky, J., & Harrison, J. L. (2020). Resisting and assisting engagement with public welfare in engineering education. Journal of Engineering Education, 109(3), 491
engineering students. In his spare time, Abdal enjoys hiking and running Spartan races.Hector R. Siller, University of North Texas Dr. Siller is Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of North Texas. He holds a Ph.D. degree in Technology Innovation from Jaume I University, Spain and holds a master and a bachelor’s degree from Monterrey Tech, Mexico, in the fields of Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering, respectively. His research areas include advanced manufacturing processes, additive manufacturing, micro-manufacturing, and metrology. During his career he has advised more than 30 graduate students and has published around 60 research papers in international journals. He is
construction disciplines: constructionmanagement, environmental, geotechnical, structural, transportation and water. A major goal isto introduce students to the breadth of civil and environmental engineering and constructionmanagement topics, and to acquaint students with new technology and innovations used in thesefields. Activities incorporate engineering ethics, design thinking, project management,teamwork, and communication. In addition, the course supports overall student learning throughthe use of metacognitive learning strategies, familiarization with university and collegeresources, and development of software skills.Certain phases of the engineering design process were featured heavily in the course activities.These included developing a
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taught courses on electromagnetics, electronics and instrumentation, plasma physics, electric power, and general engineering. His research involves plasma physics, electromagnetics, photonics, biomedical sensors, engineering education, diversity in the engineering workforce, and technology enhanced learning. He learned problem solving from his father (who ran a gray iron foundry), his mother (a nurse) and grandparents (dairy farmers). He has had the great good fortune to always work with amazing people, most recently the members and leadership of the IEC from HBCU, HSI, and TCU ECE programs and the faculty, staff and students of the Lighting Enabled Systems and Applications (LESA) ERC, where he was Education Director
broadening student participation in STEM through robotics education. His research focuses on enhancing STEM participation through robotics education, employing learning technologies and storytelling to craft inclusive educational experiences that foster student belonging.Dr. Morgan M Hynes, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE) Dr. Morgan Hynes is an Associate Professor in the School of Engineering Education at Purdue University and Director of the FACE Lab research group at Purdue. In his research, Hynes explores the use of engineering to integrate academic subjects in K-12 cla ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025ASEE 2025 Conference PaperTitle: Impact of a stipend on high school
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Hincher is a Ph.D. student in the Lampe Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering at NC State University and UNC-Chapel Hill. Her research focuses on decellularized extracellular matrix-based regenerative therapies, with applications in cardiac repair and women’s health. Beyond her biomedical research, she is passionate about engineering education and the role of extracurricular experiences in shaping student success and professional identity.Dr. Olgha Bassam Qaqish, North Carolina State University at Raleigh Olgha B. Qaqish, Ph.D. is an engineering educator and researcher, who has experience working with students at all levels in science, math, engineering, and technology (STEM). Dr. Qaqish is an author of a