industry and academic institutions on theimportance and urgency of reflecting the impact of the SoC paradigm shift in engineeringeducation, as traditional programs, especially at the undergraduate level, have not keptpace with this evolution [1]. Recognizing the acute national demand for a new breed ofSoC engineers, our project proposes an innovative curricula prototype that cuts across theartificial course boundaries and introduces SoC knowledge through vertically-integratedand problem-oriented laboratory experiments [2]. In addition, we value the important rolethat community colleges play in starting students on the road to engineering careers, as Page
Science Foundation and the Sloan Foundation and his team received Best Paper awards from the Journal of Engineering Education in 2008 and 2011 and from the IEEE Transactions on Education in 2011. Dr. Ohland is past Chair of ASEE’s Educational Research and Methods division and a member the Board of Governors of the IEEE Education Society. He was the 2002–2006 President of Tau Beta Pi.Mr. Russell Andrew Long, Purdue University, West Lafayette Russell Long is Director of Project Assessment at the Purdue University School of Engineering Education. He has extensive experience in assessment and student services in higher education and has worked for eight years as the Data Steward of the MIDFIELD project
research as the catalyst for engagement, the TTE REU program hassupported 30 community college students from the California Community College System.During the nine-week summer program, each TTE participant is paired with two mentors, afaculty advisor and graduate student mentor, who oversee and guide the student in independentresearch activities, through regular research group meetings and one-on-one discussions. Outsideof their independent research projects, TTE participants are trained in research protocol,laboratory safety, and professional ethics; and participate in academic and professionaldevelopment activities to prepare for a baccalaureate degree and career in science andengineering. The TTE REU program also partners with the UC
Engineering at Louisiana Tech.Dr. David Hall, Louisiana Tech University David Hall develops and promotes project-based engineering for engineering and engineering technology programs. He believes that projects build intuition and confidence which are important for the successful application of fundamentals and the successful development of technology solutions. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025
and associated performanceindicators. These indicators outline specific competencies students must achieve, such as theability to apply engineering principles, design systems to meet defined needs, and conduct andinterpret experiments. Meeting these objectives requires a pedagogical shift from traditionaltheory-based teaching to a more hands-on, experiential approach and student-centered activities[2]. Research has shown that experiential and project-based learning approaches are particularlyeffective in achieving these outcomes. These methods not only promote deep conceptualunderstanding but also improve critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills bysimulating real-world engineering challenges [3][4]. For example, studies have
IEEEclub, followed by a special lecture in the "Introduction to Computer Engineering" course, wherestudents worked on projects involving the mentor's design materials. This mentoring approach,integrated into the course structure, inspired students and helped them envision their futurecareers in engineering. The paper concludes that combining storytelling and the mentor's uniqueexperiences within a course can significantly benefit students and faculty. IntroductionAll educational activities in universities can be defined by various elements, and among these,the importance of mentoring has been widely discussed. Mentoring encompasses componentssuch as academic and professional development, personal support
numerous The amount of charge stored in the caps will vary dependingengineers for decades now, only recently has it become more on the amount of weight that is trying to be launched. Attachedrealizable with advances in technology. The goal of this project is in between the capacitors and coil is a 4 layered PNPN SCRto use electromagnetic forces to propel a payload down a track at (Silicon Controlled Rectifier) which is triggered by a lowera desired velocity for launch. An electromagnetic launch system voltage of 1.7V. When the lower voltage is applied at the gateis one that the harnesses the power of using a large electric of the SCR the current from the capacitors passes through thecurrent to generate a
and creating a Additionally, high school students often have busy schedulesgeographical map of bike distribution to add more challenges. We that make it difficult to carve out time for extracurricularalso worked on web scraping projects for gaming to make learning activities. I realized that for the club to be successful, it neededfun. Our club invited professors and engineers to host seminars, to provide clear value and excitement to prospective members.providing research insights and inspiring members. I also led my Students had to see programming and AI as more than just anclub members in carrying out AI research activities and academic pursuit, but as a fun and engaging way to build
Paper ID #49808GIFTS: Role-playing in Service of Developing Psychological Safety in TeamsProf. Mirna Mattjik, Colorado School of Mines Mirna Mattjik, is Director of the Mines Grand Challenges Scholars Program and Teaching Associate Professor in the Engineering, Design, and Society Department. She is also affiliated with the University Scholars and Honors Program and the Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences Department. Her educational background spans industrial technology, international political economy, project management, and leadership. Pursuing her doctorate, her research centers on educational equity in higher
An Automated Natural Gas Shut-Off Valve System Benjamin Cadieux Lee Denaro Paul Ellsworth Adam Robert Salah Badjou, Ph.D. Department of Electronics and Mechanical Wentworth Institute of Technology, Boston, MA 02115 Session Topic: Teaching project based courses and design courses, including senior design course AbstractThere is no system on the market today that monitors a building or house for natural
and service members (SVSM) are a unique yet understudied group thatcomprises substantial numbers of those historically underrepresented in engineering based ontheir race, ethnicity, gender, ability, or sex [1-2]. Notably, approximately 62% of veterans arefirst generation students [3]. This diversity of backgrounds and experiences, in combination withtechnical interests and skills, maturity and life experience, and leadership and teamwork training,make SVSM ideal candidates for supporting engineering education in meeting workforcedemands well into the 21st century [4].Project Goals and Work PlanThis National Science Foundation (NSF) Faculty Early Career Development Program(CAREER)aims to advance full participation of SVSM within engineering
Paper ID #47391BOARD # 363: Effective Strategies to Support Student Success in an NSFS-STEM ProgramDr. Diana Samaroo, City University of New York - New York City College of Technology Diana Samaroo is a Professor in the Chemistry Department at New York City College of Technology of the City University of New York (CUNY). She received her bachelor’s degree from Hunter College, and doctorate from CUNY Graduate Center. She has a broad range of experience in curricular and program development and project administration. Dr. Samaroo was the Chairperson of the Chemistry Department from 2015–2021. She is a CUNY Faculty Leadership
Paper ID #47928Pathways to STEM: Classifying Initiatives for Encouraging Women to pursueEngineering and Science degreesMiss Sof´ıa E. Farf´an, Pontificia Universidad Cat´olica de Chile Sof´ıa E. Farf´an is a student at the Pontificia Universidad Cat´olica de Chile who holds a bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering and is currently pursuing a professional degree in Electrical and Industrial Engineering. She is passionate about interdisciplinary research and has contributed to projects in tissue engineering, biomedical imaging, and engineering education. Her interests also include promoting international
, 2025 Pre-college design “Tech for Good”: As a member of a collaborative team, students believe they can change the world (Evaluation)AbstractThis paper describes the project facilitation strategies and evaluation results from a 3-weekengineering design program for high school students. The program features student-led projectideation and teaming to develop “Tech for Good”. Students were tasked with designing,building, and evaluating a solution to a problem that they feel is important to society and that hasthe potential to improve the lives of others. Students reviewed UN Sustainable DevelopmentGoals, explored global grand challenges, and iterated on generative AI prompts to support
Design ChallengeAbstractThis evidence-based practice paper details a hands-on design challenge for first-year engineeringstudents aimed at fostering creativity, problem-solving, and iterative design thinking. Studentswere tasked with designing and 3D printing miniature boats capable of supporting maximumweight before sinking.Motivation: The project integrates theoretical concepts of buoyancy with a practical application,allowing students to experience engineering constraints and iterative design.Objectives: 1. Enhance understanding of buoyancy principles through hands-on learning. 2. Develop skills in computer-aided design (CAD) and additive manufacturing. 3. Cultivate iterative problem-solving and adaptability through multiple design
insight, ethical leadership, and practical skillsessential for overseeing AI initiatives with confidence.The course serves as an elective for students from three different categories: • Students at NC State University’s Master’s in Engineering Management program • Working professionals earning an engineering master’s degree • Other graduate and honors undergraduate engineering students at NC StateAs AI increasingly reshapes industries from healthcare to finance to manufacturing, engineeringmanagers must rise to the challenge of leading AI-driven projects. This course equips future 2engineering leaders with the critical understanding
, societal, cultural and hobby clubs. The Summer Fellowship program was developed bystaff and has been iterated over the past nine years by a succession of leadership educationspecialists on the ILead team.Each year, student club executive leaders apply to become Fellows to develop their leadershipcapacity based on a Change Project they want to lead for their club. Each summer, 10-15 Fellowsare selected based on their written applications and a brief interview process. The criteria forselection include student readiness for the program and the nature of their change project; thereis also an effort to create a diversity of Fellows across clubs and to achieve a reasonable genderbalance. The Summer Fellows are usually working during this time in summer
Global Engineering Competence Pillar 3: Integrating Engineering Knowledge with Essential Business Skills Pillar 4: Building Effective Leaders and CommunicatorsThe second pillar, nurturing global engineering competence, is primarily achieved through arequired international engineering field experience. Global Engineering (EGE 320) was firstoffered in the Spring of 2013 and until the Spring of 2020 had taken every engineering student atthe University to an international destination to work on community-centered engineeringprojects.The four-credit hour Global Engineering course is a combination of lecture, project work, andfield experience. While these three components have always been a part of the class, the ratio oftime spent on each has
Northeastern University to focus on teaching and developing curriculum in the First Year Engineering program. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 What to Teach First, Hardware or Software? Improving Success in Introductory Programming CoursesAbstractThis complete evidence-based practice paper presents an analysis and lessons learned inintroductory engineering courses with content that includes problem-solving, algorithmic thinking,the use of microcontrollers, and C++ at a medium-sized private urban university. These coursesspecifically incorporate the integration of hands-on, project-based design projects with computerprogramming. The goal of the project work is to provide an
Associate Director for Research and Operations of the Interprofessional (IPRO) program. He was brought in specifically to focus on IPRO courses, and has led over 50 IPRO project teams in the past four years. He has an undergraduate degree in liberal arts and mechnical engineering, and graduate degrees in Business and Industrial Engineering. For over 20 years he led consulting businesses specializing in financial and information process design and improvement, professional training/education for industry, market research and professional publications. He has been instrumental in implementing many of the assessment processes and interventions now used by the IPRO program. He also
demonstrate when managing a global team. Thefollowing diagram10 translates each competency into specific skills that would be used by aglobal leader. Identify the key skills in the global team and utilize them such that you get the most value from the project: ≠ Which area is the best match for these skills? ≠ By whom are these skills offered?≠ Manage the ≠ Understand & global resources Manage Value in manage the different effectively and an Ecosystem of specializations in the
provide PD that aligns to The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Since 2008 she has provided teacher PD to science teachers in the tri-state area, including international visiting teachers and scholars. Dr. Borges’ research interests include: building STEM professional-teacher relationships, diversity and equity, and enhancing urban science teaching and learning.Dr. Vikram Kapila, New York University Vikram Kapila is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at NYU Tandon School of Engineering (NYU Tandon), where he directs a Mechatronics, Controls, and Robotics Laboratory, a Research Experience for Teachers Site in Mechatronics and Entrepreneurship, a DR K-12 research project, and an ITEST re- search project
engineering. Block play and building structures likebridges and ramps, a natural beginning to engineering thinking as children construct, test thelimits of, revise, and rebuild their structures, was a common occurrence in this preschool. Forteachers who are beginning to learn about and implement the engineering design process (EDP),long-term projects that bring children though a full design process is ideal so the EDP is notovershadowed by children excited with short-term, hands-on activities. As such, the researchquestion guiding this study was: How does preschool teachers’ knowledge of and confidencewith teaching the EDP evolve over the course of a long-term engineering project? The preschoolteachers were guided by the researcher to explicitly
may be a useful means to introduce valuable engineering skills. Aservice-learning course structure developed to achieve engineering skill development ispresented along with course evaluation data from the first semester of its implementation.A problem-based course model [2] is used to demonstrate service-learning’s potential. Courseoutcomes aim to provide project management and engineering skills. An evaluation wascompleted using an adapted form of Gelmon et al. [3] pre- and post- test service-learning surveyto better understand student perceptions of the course on 1. Engineering skills, 2. Learning, 3.Aspirations, and 4. Social responsibility. The data suggests that students who completed boththe pre- and post- surveys thought the course was
survey of United States chemical engineering curricula shows that a relatively small number ofdepartments offer their first-year students a laboratory experience focused on core chemicalengineering concepts using hands-on design projects. Furthermore, the first-year chemistry andphysics laboratories taken by engineering students do not typically ask them to exercise the typeof creativity that attracted students to engineering in the first place.In order to bring more active, collaborative, and hands-on learning into our curriculum, wecreated a freshman chemical engineering design course and laboratory. This course is situated inthe second semester of our curriculum, after a more traditional lecture-based introduction tochemical engineering
. Julie P Martin, Clemson University Julie P. Martin, Ph.D. is an associate professor of Engineering and Science Education at Clemson Univer- sity. Her research agenda has focused on diversity and inclusion in engineering education. In particular, her NSF-funded CAREER work has investigated how social relations—operationalized as social capi- tal—influence student academic decisions and success, especially for underrepresented and underserved students. Her CAREER research supports the need for continued proactive outreach, educational and support systems that have the potential to form ”resource-rich” networks in which students receive infor- mation and resources in routine exchanges. Dr. Martin’s current projects
- sign and Engineering). His engineering design research focuses on developing computational represen- tation and reasoning support for managing complex system design. The goal of Dr. Morkos’ research is to fundamentally reframe our understanding and utilization of system representations and computational reasoning capabilities to support the development of system models which help engineers and project planners intelligently make informed decisions at earlier stages of engineering design. On the engineer- ing education front, Dr. Morkos’ research explores means to integrate innovation and entrepreneurship in engineering education through entrepreneurially-minded learning, improve persistence in engineering, address
to discuss the assessmentplan, set performance standards, discuss the assessment results, and suggest improvements to thecourse.Step 1: Defining E101’s Mission, Objectives and OutcomesAssessment of E101 began formally in the fall of 2001, by the faculty defining the course goalsand outcomes (See Table 1). In this case, the overall goal of the course can be seen as its mission. Table 1: Goals and Learning Objectives of the E101 Course, Fall 2001 Goals and Objectives of the Course: This course is designed to introduce students to the field of Engineering and the study of Engineering. Objective: Students will be able to integrate computer usage, teamwork, problem solving, and verbal/written language into a design project within the
rating and the average of ratings from all three peer reviewers.III. CPR and the Assessment of Learning through WritingCPR -- as an advanced form of educational technology -- partners both with the student and withthe instructor to foster learning. In this project, through the vehicle of CPR, we were able toimplement assignments that fully utilize the “writing across the curriculum” (WAC) pedagogy [3- 6], without overly increasing the workload for instructors. Furthermore, CPR’s ability both toelicit and to report qualitative and quantitative peer review helps to make formative assessmentan integral part of instruction. And, the data collected by CPR during the student’s process ofengaging the
AC 2012-5358: WORK-IN-PROGRESS: INTEGRATION OF HANDS-ONCOMPUTATIONAL FLUID DYNAMICS (CFD) IN UNDERGRADUATE CUR-RICULUMDr. Yogendra M. Panta, Youngstown State University Yogen Panta is an Assistant Professor of mechanical engineering at Youngstown State University, Ohio. He has been teaching and developing courses and research projects in the fluid thermal area. He is cur- rently conducting applied research in thermo-fluids and computational fluid dynamics with local indus- tries and federal agencies. Panta received a B.E. degree from Tribhuvan University, an M.S. degree from Youngstown State University, and a Ph.D. degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Panta’s research interests are in fluid dynamics