(SWE), the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), and the Society of HispanicProfessional Engineers (SHPE). This paper explores the impact of EngineerFEST on studentengagement, describes the logistics of planning the event, and presents feedback fromparticipants to demonstrate its effectiveness in shaping a vibrant engineering community.1.0 Introduction and HistoryDr. Jack Byrd introduced the “Freshman Social,” an engineering-focused student organizationfair, to our college in the early 2000s to introduce new engineering students in the newly formedengineering first-year seminar course (ENGR 191) to the wealth of opportunities available tostudents through participation in career-relevant student organizations, many of which arestudent
this open-ended laboratory assignment, each serving adistinct purpose in ensuring the students successfully completed their tasks. The first session wasfocused on familiarizing students with the existing laboratory equipment and setup. During thissession, students were given an overview of the fluid mechanics lab, which included hands-oninteraction with the various instruments and apparatuses that would be used in their experiments.In addition to providing students with the practical prerequisite knowledge of using the lab, thisinitial session also provided an opportunity for students to engage in team discussions, wherethey collaboratively brainstormed and developed a detailed plan for their experiments. Theyreviewed the objectives
individuals with a fixed mindset all indicated that they disagree that the PWS programhas connected them to leaders in their fields, while all growth mindset individuals indicate thatthey strongly agree that they have been connected to leaders in their fields. Additionally, thosewith mixed or growth mindsets have indicated that they plan to go to graduate school or areunsure at this point; however all those with a fixed mindset indicated that were not planning togo to graduate school. Finally, those with fixed mindsets note that their biggest challenges aremaking connections or planning for their futures. For instance, one senior fixed mindset studentresponded to their biggest challenge by noting, “The biggest challenge I am facing in collegeright
]discusshowrecognitionfromimportantpeopleintheirentourage can enhancestudents'commitmenttotheirengineeringstudiesbyreinforcingtheirprofessional identity.Hence,havingaccesstoasupportiveenvironmentthatallowsstudentstoopenlydiscuss college plans with both family members and teachers may strengthen feelings of recognition. nderstandingthesecomponentsofengineeringidentityisessentialtoourresearchasitallowsUus to explore how engineering students’ access to resources influences their development of engineering identity [5]. We used these three elements of engineering identity asthreeoffour predictive primary factors based on resources in our work
activities and implementation plan; (iii) theory of change explains why theproposed activities will lead to the desired outcomes; (iv) research statement states thequestion(s) that will be investigated and how they will guide the project activities, data to becollected, and the dissemination plan for project outcomes including the target conferences andjournals in which to present and publish; (v) impact statement conveys how the project outcomeswill impact the target population; (vi) evaluation and assessment outlines the qualitative and/orquantitative metrics to assess the effectiveness of the project; and (vii) plan for sustainabilityexplains how the project outcomes will lead to external funding from federal agencies, industry,or private donors
). Addressing these challenges requiresstrategic planning, leadership, ongoing training, ethical decision making, and a genuine effort tocreate an inclusive culture. The purpose of this paper is to highlight some of the strategies usedin building Wake Forest Engineering and what has now become one of the most diverseacademic units on the Wake Forest University (WFU) campus and the highest ranked (US NewsReport 2023) academic unit on campus. Despite WFU being a predominantly white institution,Wake Forest Engineering as one of the newest academic units on campus adopted hiringpractices that enabled the hiring of a very diverse engineering faculty team – over 50% femalefaculty, 25% racial and ethnic diversity, engineering disciplinary diversity, etc
usethese sources of evidence appropriately.As a follow-up to the survey, faculty engaged in an open-ended discussion of each of the sourcesof evidence above to determine which ones might be misunderstood, to hear positive andnegative experiences, and to solidify which sources should be prioritized in a holistic teachingevaluation plan for the department. Of interest from the survey results are evaluation strategiesfor which faculty have high opinions of their value but low use in practice. This points to theneed for guidance on how to implement those strategies. In addition, evaluation strategies thathad consistently high utilization would be ideal candidates for the development of standardizedtemplates and procedures so that any faculty member
Certificate to MS for students interested in AI ● Coordinating mentoring and support activities to build engagement ● Study around professional identity development ● Thinking about partnerships with different stakeholdersAs those two pathways that were discussed in the previous slide originated from a 9-credit College Credit Certificate Artificial Intelligence Awareness shown here. TheCCC includes AI Thinking, AI & Ethics, and one elective (Applied AI in Business orIntroduction to Robotics).For the purposes of this study, the data that was collected for this study includes theAI Thinking, AI Business, and AI Ethics course. We plan on doing data collection ofthose who have taken the Introduction to Robotics as well that will be included
, andorganize material for the test such as pencil, paper, calculator, etc.), networking (make friends andget their contact information, who you know is often as important as what you know), and managingyour budget (resist impulse purchases, kick bad habits, avoid loans, apply for scholarships).The guidebook also has campus resources locations and the services they provide such as thebusiness office (payments), career management center (job listings, career closet, resume writing,and career planning), counseling center (career assessments, mental health counseling, and academiccounseling), disability support services (accommodations, consultations, and advocacy), financialaid (application process, aid status, student loan information, and veteran
adoption. Many of these features come standard in new cars and have been around long enough to be prevalent in the used car market. uided by the research and analysis, teachers Lugo and Treadway created lesson plans that wouldGintegrate their research experiences to increase their students’ perceptions and interest in engineering majors and careers. For the Project-Based Research class, students will be introduced to ArcGIS Online as a method of understanding an engineering problem and analysis. Students will be required to identify an engineering problem and develop a solution to the identified problem over the course of the year. For Algebra 2, students will plot the coordinates of items with a mapping software and
engagement. Some notable examples include: Generative AI specifically focuses on creating new text,audio, video, or other content types using algorithms like • Deep Seek: A cutting-edge AI-powered platform thatGenerative Adversarial Networks (GANs) and Variational leverages deep learning to create dynamic andAutoencoders (VAEs). Unlike traditional AI, which is interactive educational experiences. Deep Seek usesdesigned to mimic human intelligence across various real-time student performance data to adjust lessonapplications, generative AI aims to produce new data that plans, recommend resources, and provide instantresembles real-world examples by learning
currently in the data analysis phase. This paper focuses on the methodologicalfoundation of this CCS and overviews: (1) the conceptual framework; (2) research methodologyand activities; and (3) analysis procedures and preliminary observations of the data; and (4)directions for future work.Conceptual Framework This research draws on two complementary frameworks—the Academic Plan Model(APM) described by Lattuca and Stark [10] and the White Racial Consciousness/FacultyBehavior Model (WRC/FB) presented by Haynes [13], [17]—to examine the complex factorsinfluencing faculty decision-making in engineering education. The APM situates facultydecisions within the broader context of institutional and departmental policies and practices,while the WRC/FB
-degree pathway.III. Program StakeholdersKey stakeholders include NSF collaborative planning grant PIs from Morehouse College,[Kinnis Gosha], Endowed Professor of Computer Science, and from Georgia Tech, [Laura SamsHaynes], Faculty and Director of Outreach in ECE, with both PI program directors serving as theresearch leadership team; Morehouse College Provost, [Kendrick Brown], and Georgia TechCollege of Engineering, former Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, [Mitchell Walker, II], whoexecuted the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) establishing the new CStoCompE dual-degree pathway between both institutions; Georgia Tech ECE, Associate Chair of UndergraduateAffairs, [Elliot Moore], and Georgia Tech College of Engineering, Academic Program
students participating in a summerfellows program to create course content, including YouTube videos. The student summer fellowswill also participate in undergraduate research, accelerating their transition from engineeringstudents to practicing engineers and researchers.Figure 1: Project Overview - Foster Students’ Engineering Identity Through Collaborative Learning and Design Thinking. Early ActivitiesDevelop Assessment InstrumentThe team plans to use pre-surveys and post-surveys to assess the students’ engineering identitydevelopment by comparing data from study and controlled groups. In addition to engineeringidentity, the survey also assesses belonging, groupwork
period of transition, understanding the past, present, and future of itsenergy sector becomes crucial. This paper explores the history and current state of WestVirginia’s power systems industry, addressing challenges and opportunities in resources,generation, transmission, and distribution. The historical and ongoing evolution of WestVirginia's power systems further reflects broader global trends in energy development andtransition, as seen in studies from Nigeria [1] and South Africa [2] on their power supplyevolutions. Within this paper, the power systems industry is considered as everything that rangesfrom energy to electrification; thus, natural resources, energy sources, electricity generation, andfuture plans and trends are of interest
. visit (Planned Nov.) extension EEGR4943 Fundamentals Course Development with of Semiconductor Local Company A ENGR4951 ECE Senior equipment Design eGen 2025 Spring Curriculum Development Mixed Signal Testing School-wide with ATE collaboration Certificate program Stakeholders include planning LeTourneau University, Funding Proposal with
. Education, L. Torrez, and M. E. P. Director, ‘Comprehensive needs assessment’. New Directors orientation, 2001.[5] Berkowitz, B. & Wadud, E. (2022, July 11). Section 1. Developing a Plan for Assessing Local Needs and Resources. Community ToolBox. Retrieved from https://ctb.ku.edu/en/table-of-contents/assessment/assessing-community-needs-and- resources/develop-a-plan/main.[6] Wikin, B., Altschuld, J. (1995). Planning and conducting needs assessments: A practical guide. Thousands Oaks, CA: Sage Publications.Appendix A: Needs Assessment Mission Statement Mission Statement: Identify educational needs of faculty, staff, and students at the Corozal Junior College (CJC) in Belize to build capacity and drive future MOM
TinkerCAD's tools. The module includes a detailed lesson plan,student handouts, general TinkerCAD basics for students, and a slide presentation, all with linksto online resources. Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards and the InternationalSociety for Technology in Education Standards, the module can be implemented in variouscurriculum settings.In addition to the lesson module, students completed pre- and post-lesson surveys to track theirinterest in AI tools and topics. The results and experiences of both teachers and students areshared and discussed. An introduction is given, followed by a sample lesson, and an assessment.IntroductionIntroduction to ImageSTEAMRecent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and its subfields, such as
asproponents for gender equity and inclusivity and carry the lessons learned in training into alltheir activities across campus. Over the course of the A&A program, 47 faculty, staff, andadministrators were trained as Allies. The Advocates led round-table discussions in theirworkshops and resulting discussions indicated a disjunct in views of equity between faculty andadministration.Facilitated Peer Mentor CirclesMentoring strategic planning sessions were held for faculty by rank with members grouped into(1) Research Scientists, (2) Non-tenure track Teaching Faculty, (3) Tenure-track AssistantProfessors, (4) Associate Professors, and (5) Full Professors, Program Chairs & DepartmentHeads. These sessions engaged over 70% of campus faculty
, girl scouts, etc. - Sharing what other clubs do (especially as new students checking out different clubs/student groups) As a full-time staff member, I performed all logistical structure, planning for meetings, and administrative oversight.Collaborative Signature Event September 16, 2023 - End of Week 3 Women+ in STEM Student Leader Symposium gathered 25 student leaders to share their club/organizations’ plans for the new academic year, connect with other student leaders from affinity groups to learn about ways their groups support one another, participate in networking and professional development workshop, and enjoy lunch together. Co-hosted by Women in Technology, NERD Girls in STEM, Women in Engineering, Women
measuring interest in STEM content and careers [12]. Process evaluationswere conducted with participants at each session (including the art and dance sessions) to capturethe participants’ perceptions of session implementation, participant satisfaction, and participantengagement (behavioral and cognitive engagement) in each session [13]. In addition, studentengagement was captured via a self-evaluation at the end of enrichment activities. Evaluation andattendance data was monitored continuously throughout the programs to inform planning, qualityimprovement, operational decisions, and to measure impact. In addition to the academicevaluations, we tracked the community impact over time to measure our progress, including thenumber of new organizational
Vehicles (UAVs). It analyzesfocus areas in CPS development and provides strategic guidance for future industry efforts.Background: Cyber-Physical Systems and UAVs have reshaped modern military operations,supporting critical tasks such as surveillance, reconnaissance, and mission planning. Despiteincreased budget allocation for Research, Development, Testing, and Evaluation (RDT&E),addressing other nations’ threats remains a significant challenge. Also, the confidential natureof defense programs limits the level of detail available in reports, making it difficult for industrystakeholders to identify priority areas and align their efforts effectively with defense objectives.Methodology: This research analyzes DoD reports, including the Cyber
useResource Efficiency Cost per student 80% Monthly Infrastructure planning, Usage patterns Support resolution <24 hours Weekly Staff availability, Issue complexity ROI timeline 2.5 years Yearly Implementation costs, Usage rates 11 RecommendationsBased on our comprehensive analysis, we
Engineering (CSE) Department at the University of Texas at Arlington. Heholds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Southern Methodist University and specializes in softwareengineering, agile methodologies, distributed systems and networks. Dr. Khalili is a member of theAssociation for Computer Machinery and the IEEE Computer Society. He has work experience withFidelity Investments and Mobile Oil.DAN KESSLERMr. Kessler is serving as the Assistant Director of Transportation for the Associate Director NorthCentral Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG), the Metropolitan Planning Organization for theDallas-Fort Worth area. He holds a M.S. in Urban and Regional Planning from the University ofIllinois and oversees the activities of the Transportation Department
the calculations and the technical drawings. Instead, much of engineering involves the communities in which we work. That means we have to talk to the people who live where our projects will be constructed and discuss our plans with people who may not understand what we are trying to do. [4]Although he was speaking about engineers, the thoughts he was conveying are important for alldisciplines and were one of the design outcomes of this course.Figure 1: Development of balanced design space.This course is supportive of the Engineering One Planet (EOP) program of the American Society forEngineering Education (ASEE) [5]. The course objectives (CO) map onto the eight EOP coreoutcomes as shown in Figure 2
areopportunities for social interaction such as talking about concerns and emotions, sharingexperiences, and making plans [20]. Following these social events, the mentors providedfeedback to their mentees on their applications for REU programs or graduate school. Table 2. Length and Frequency of Meetings and Modes of Communication (n = 11) Time Spent Per Month on Frequency of Meeting Per Modes of Communication Mentoring Relationship Month Less than 1 hour 18% Less than once 18% Email 91% 1 hour 45% Once 36% Text 55% 2 hours 36% Twice 45% Zoom 45
Virginia.University Course DescriptionVirginia See Appendix Tech First Course: "Team-based project course focusing on a design in a sub-discipline of civil and environmental engineering. Student participants will develop professional practice skills, such as project scoping, scheduling, cost-estimation, and appropriate technical communication, andUniversity visual representation of designs. Projects will continue in CE4992." of Virginia Second Course: "This course will broaden a student’s exposure to professional practice issues, [10] including project planning and management
the language. While future improvements are planned, the author has designated theTC Tool presented here as version 1.0, which is fully functional for use in the laboratory. Thetool runs on GNU Octave version 8.3.0 or higher.The TC Tool has four main modes: Data, Plot, Analysis, and Results. Several functions areavailable in each mode. As seen in Figure 2, the mode selection buttons are on the right, mode-specific functions are available in the middle of the window, and (once a data set is loaded) thedata are plotted on the left side of the window.Figure 2: Time constant Tool window in Analysis mode.In Data mode, the user can load a CSV data file, either in the format of the Keysight DAQ, or ina simple 2-column format with time represented in
CNC machine this part on a vertical mill with an automatic or semi-automatic tool changer. This will allow us Lowest Cost per Part: The 44-inch stock has the lowest to load the machine with the necessary tooling, and allow the cost per part at $0.62. CNC operator to simply fixture the part through its various Highest Cost per Part: The 96-inch stock has the machining stages. highest cost per part at $1.44.” Another well planned LLM prompt will return the cuttingConclusion. Order the 44” piece of stock. Table II shows the tool selection and subsequent
graduateresearch assistant attend most sessions as observers and commenters. The seminar met for onehour per week for 15 weeks. Among the eight (8) enrolled students, seven were members of thefirst-year sustainability engineering cohort from 2023 (5 men, 2 women); four of the membersfrom this cohort did not enroll due to schedule conflicts. The other student was an upper divisionstudent (man) not affiliated with the cohort.Some of the goals of the seminar were to raise awareness and comprehension of perspectives thatmay differ of their own, to investigate techniques for promoting JEDI in both personal andprofessional settings, and to create a personal plan for promoting JEDI. Because the audienceconsisted primarily of first-year students, no prior