Conference Session

Discussions on Research Methodology: ERM Roundtable

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kevin O'Connor, University of Colorado Boulder; Frederick A. Peck, University of Colorado; Julie Cafarella, University of Colorado, Boulder; Carlye Anne Lauff, University of Colorado, Boulder; Daria A Kotys-Schwartz, University of Colorado Boulder; Mark Rentschler, University of Colorado at Boulder; Jenna McWilliams, University of Colorado, Boulder

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods

. Discussion.The field of engineering education has long focused on instilling a set of core ethicalprinciples in developing engineers28, 29, 30. Guided by the U.S. Accreditation Board forEngineering and Technology (ABET), undergraduate engineering programs aim to helpstudents develop “an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility”31. Ingeneral, however, engineering ethics have emphasized principles such as accountabilityto the client—defined as the people or organizations who have retained the engineer’sservices, not as the broader public for whom a given product or innovation will result ineither benefit or harm30. Some have critiqued this approach as insufficient for producingengineers who think critically about the social implications of

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Communication Across the Divisions I: Communication in Engineering Disciplines

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mike Ekoniak, Virginia Tech; Molly Scanlon, Virginia Tech; M. Jean Mohammadi-Aragh, Mississippi State University

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Civil Engineering, Liberal Education/Engineering & Society

” [1].It is up to individual programs how they implement and assess ABET criteria, and manyprograms meet the non-technical criteria through service courses taught by other departments,such as a technical communication course taught by the English department or by specialized butseparate courses such as an engineering-oriented ethics class. However, there has also beenextensive work on integrating communication skills throughout the engineering curriculum andcourses, and that is the focus of this work [6]–[8]. Engineering faculty generally value written communication skills and recognize that theyhave a role in helping students to develop those skills. Many see their role as that of providingopportunities for students to write in their

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Civil Engineering Division Poster Session

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Douglas G Schmucker, University of Utah; Steven J. Burian, University of Utah

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Civil Engineering

for Contemporary IssuesAbstractAt the University of Utah, the required introductory course for students seeking major status incivil and environmental engineering utilizes the history and heritage of civil engineering to begindeveloping professional knowledge and skill sets. Topical areas include contemporary issues,leadership, ethics, professionalism, and the significant interactions of society and engineering.This paper describes the organization and delivery of the course, its connection to ASCE’s Bodyof Knowledge, and the means of assessment of student achievement.IntroductionAt the University of Utah, students interested in civil and environmental engineering enroll inCvEEN 1000, Introduction to Civil and Environmental Engineering. The

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Problem- Project- and Case-based Learning in Environmental Engineering

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Paula Ann Monaco, Texas Tech University; Maeghan Marie Brundrett, Texas Tech University; Dylan Christenson, Texas Tech University; Kevin A. Nguyen, Texas Tech University; Audra N. Morse, Texas Tech University

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Diversity

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Environmental Engineering

detailed data from the plant and interact with utility personal andpracticing engineers who work daily at the treatment plant3-5. Page 26.678.2The Water Environment Association of Texas (WEAT) student design prompt can aid faculty indevelopment of the course providing a realistic problem for students to work on during thecapstone design course. Additional advisement from practicing engineers can provide additionalresources and feedback for students. Practicing engineers provide students with guidance on howindustry works and can bring light to elements such as project management, economic, social,political and ethical considerations that are not

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2015 Northeast Section Meeting

Authors

Jeffrey R. Mountain

field that meets performance,constraints such as economic, environmental, social, cost, time, safety, quality, materials, andpolitical, ethical, health and safety, manufacturing requirements.manufacturability, and sustainability(d) an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams 4. Function as a member of a multidisciplinary team and be able to assume leadership roles on the team.(e) an ability to identify, formulate, and solve 5. Identify, formulate, critically analyze, and solveengineering problems engineering problems in energy conversion and

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NSF Grantees’ Poster Session

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrew Michael Heiman; Micah Lande, Arizona State University, Polytechnic campus; Shawn S. Jordan, Arizona State University, Polytechnic campus

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

profession involved in the application of mathematical and science for the needsof humanity10. Engineers may graduate from ABET accredited programs that ensure engineersmeet the standards of the profession11. One responsibility listed is understanding “professional,ethical and social responsibilities”11. Ethics for engineers deal with professionalism andunderstanding implications of their work12. The American Society for Engineering Education’sethics code appears to encourage safety by reducing conflicts of interests and partiality12.The disciplines of engineering can be put into 4 main groups; chemical, civil, electrical, andmechanical13. These groups are split into smaller concentrations with specific specialties. Despitethe concentrations

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K-12 & Pre- College Engineering Division Poster Session

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lawrence E. Whitman, Wichita State University; Alex Petersen, STEMpact2020; Christopher D Wyant, Wichita East High School

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Diversity

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

opportunities such as participating in after-school tutoring and clubs, coaching andjudging academic teams, partnering with teachers on classroom projects, and hosting workplacevisits and apprenticeships. Our focus is on increasing the quantity and quality of our STEMprofessionals’ engagement; therefore, we promote STEM volunteering opportunities as well asprovide sessions with a group of STEM mentors that require less time commitment and buildtrust for future opportunities. This, in effect, mentoring of mentors, will reduce the anxiety ofnew mentors and expand the acceptance of mentoring into the "new normal" of quality, highimpact STEM mentoring. Additionally, to raise the level of ethical responsibility of the mentors,mentors are required to review

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Subjects in Renewable Energy and ET

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kenan Baltaci, University of Wisconsin, Stout; Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University; Andy S. Peng, University of Wisconsin, Stout; Ulan Dakeev, University of Michigan, Flint

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Engineering Technology

businesses. 3. Analyze various energy sources and evaluate their advantages and disadvantages. 4. Calculate energy use, cost, and rate of depletion of energy sources under varying scenarios. 5. Obtain an essential understanding of the political, economic, environmental, and social issues related to energy production and consumption in the contemporary world. 6. Discuss U.S. and global trends on energy and sustainability related to policies, ethics, economics, politics, environment, and society. 7. Identify and locate the appropriate types of information for review, evaluate the information, and use the information effectively, ethically, and legally.DescriptionTopics for the course include the following:  The

Conference Session

NSF Grantees’ Poster Session

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joachim Walther, University of Georgia; Nicola Sochacka, University of Georgia

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

example study; and,  Critically examine how the framework was used in these studies to explore, plan, Page 26.303.3 implement, reflect on, document, and demonstrate research quality.Ethical validation as a sixth validation construct and core aspect of research qualityBased on conversations at the first longitudinal workshop, over the past two years the authorshave collaborated with Dr. Alice Pawley from Purdue University to pursue the idea of ethicalvalidation as an additional, sixth dimension of the quality framework. These explorations wereprompted by the recognition in our own work that: i) ethical considerations extend

Conference Session

Concurrent Paper Tracks - Session I

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2015 ASEE International Forum

Authors

Stephen Hundley, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI)

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Diversity, International Forum

attributes of a global engineeremerged. These are:1. Demonstrates an understanding of engineering, science, and mathematics fundamentals2. Demonstrates an understanding of political, social, and economic perspectives3. Demonstrates an understanding of information technology, digital competency, and information literacy4. Demonstrates an understanding of stages/phases of product lifecycle (design, prototyping, testing, production, distribution channels, supplier management, etc.)5. Demonstrates an understanding of project planning, management, and the impacts of projects on various stakeholder groups (project team members, project sponsor, project client, end- users, etc.)6. Demonstrates an understanding of the ethical and business norms

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2015 Pacific Southwest Section Meeting

Authors

M. Zoghi; L. Crask; B. Hyatt; V. Luo; W. Wu

engineer will entail: “strong analytical skills, practicalingenuity, creativity, good communication skills, business and management knowledge,leadership, high ethical standards, professionalism, dynamism, agility, resilience, flexibility, andthe pursuit of lifelong learning.”Furthermore, in 2008, the NAE identified fourteen global challenges for the 21st century. GrandChallenges are key initiatives fostering innovations to solve the world’s problems in relation tosustainability, health, vulnerability, and human wellbeing. Subsequently, in 2009, the NAEGrand Challenges Scholars Program (GCSP) was announced at the GC Summit in Durham,North Carolina9, 10. The intent of the GCSP is to prepare students via a combination of curricularand extra

Conference Session

First-year Programs Division Technical Session 16: That Important Decision - Which Engineering Major?

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert J. Rabb P.E., The Citadel; Jason Howison, The Citadel; Kevin Skenes, The Citadel

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First-Year Programs

come from avariety of backgrounds, the range of students and abilities is advantageous to all concerned. Theengineering principles allow the instructors to make connections and draw analogies anddemonstrations across different areas. A course schedule is in the Appendix.Course Description: Introduction to Mechanical Engineering.The engineering design process is demonstrated through use of practical problem-solvingmethods for mechanical projects. Course subjects include mechanical engineering career paths,ethical canons of the engineering profession, and requirements for professional licensure. Courseassignments, conducted within a collaborative learning environment, focus on creativeengineering solutions through technical analysis, teamwork

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Reimagining Engineering Information Literacy: Novel Perspectives on Integration, Assessment, Competencies & Information Use

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Farshid Zabihian, West Virginia University Institute of Technology; Mary L. Strife, West Virginia University; Marian G. Armour-Gemmen, West Virginia University

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Engineering Libraries

engineers deal with a wide variety of information at various steps of a project. Time constraints imposed on the design team as well the need for diverse information challenges design engineers. Diverse information ranges from abstract ideas in the conceptual design step to the smallest details in the detailed design, from checking patents for new ideas to avoid any infringing of existing patents and trade names. Because of this need, the ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) has articulated the importance of student outcomes to include “(f) an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility”, and “(i) a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning.” [5]  Design

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Biomedical Engineering Division Poster Session

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bilal Ghosn, Rice University; Tracy Volz, Rice University

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Biomedical

, language and terminology for technical documents, preparing effective Page 26.1678.2figures and tables, interview development and structuring technical genres (e.g., reports,proposals, and memos). Furthermore, students were lectured on design topics ranging from needsidentification, development of design goals and criteria, use of Pugh and decision matrices, andthe iterative process. Several lectures also addressed the complex usability and ethical issuesassociated with designing devices for patients with disabilities.In an effort to provide students with hands-on experiences within the design process, multipleactivities were incorporated into the

Conference Session

Ocean and Marine Engineering Division Poster Session

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shyam Aravamudhan, North Carolina A&T State University

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Diversity

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Ocean and Marine

to traditional approaches can increasestudents’ conceptual knowledge and their ability to transfer acquired knowledge to newersituations [1-3]. Furthermore, exposure to real-world challenges, especially when presented in anactive and practical learning environment increases both student interest and pedagogicaleffectiveness. The National Academy of Engineering (NAE) in its report, “Educating theEngineer of 2020,” contends that solving the Grand Challenges will require more than justproviding students with technical training. It argues that an engineering education must producegraduates who combine technical excellence with a multitude of other skills includingcommunication, teaming, ethical reasoning, and contextual analysis. Students

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International Division Technical Session 4

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Adeel Khalid, Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering & Engineering Technology; Salahuddin Qazi, State University of New York, Institute of Tech.

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Diversity

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International

where learning may becompounded with new developments in electronic media. Sections 4 and 5 discuss theimportance of communications, ethics and accreditation which are important to have in aprogram competing in a global market. Section 6 provides suggestions, based on new trends and Page 26.337.3methodologies to meet the challenges in Pakistani engineering institutions having tremendousincrease in student enrollment. Section 7 summarizes the key points presented in the paper.2.0 Challenges of Teaching and LearningSeveral differences can be identified between the educational environments of developing andindustrialized countries such as

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Civil Engineering Division Poster Session

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Natacha Depaola, Illinois Institute of Technology; Paul R. Anderson, Illinois Institute of Technology; Roberto Cammino, Illinois Institute of Technology; Bonnie Haferkamp, Illinois Institute of Technology; Limia Shunia, Illinois Institute of Technology; Eric M Brey, Illinois Institute of Technology; Jamshid Mohammadi, Illinois Institute of Technology; Fouad Teymour, Illinois Institute of Technology

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Civil Engineering

studentsof a decade earlier, the graduates of 2004 were better prepared. The greatest improvementsoccurred in student understanding of social and global issues, the ability to apply engineeringskills, teamwork, and the appreciation of ethics and professional issues. Based on their review ofproject-based learning efforts at several schools, Esterman et al.7 provided the following list of Page 26.721.3characteristics common to successful programs: • Projects should be developed so they can be completed and provide a positive experience for the students. • Sponsored projects should not be on the critical path of the sponsor, but having

Conference Session

First-year Programs Division Technical Session 10: Paying Attention to Retention

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gregory Warren Bucks, University of Cincinnati; Kathleen A. Ossman, University of Cincinnati; Jeff Kastner, University of Cincinnati; F James Boerio, University of Cincinnati

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First-Year Programs

powered car.In Engineering Foundations, students are also introduced to a number of professional skills, suchas technical writing, communication, engineering ethics, and the engineering design process.Technical writing is covered by requiring the students to prepare laboratory reports for each ofthe four hands-on experiments. Communication is emphasized through a group presentation thatrequires the students to research one of the fourteen Grand Challenges10 identified by theNational Academy of Engineers and to present their findings to the class. Ethics is coveredduring a lecture that uses practical examples and role playing to emphasize the challenges inmaking ethical decisions in an engineering context.As mentioned previously, the Engineering

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First-year Programs Division Technical Session 11: Curricular and Program Innovations

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Reeping, Ohio Northern University; Kenneth J Reid, Virginia Tech

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First-Year Programs

to preservestructure. For example, “Types of Engineering” is outcome IV under the main outcomeEngineering Profession. “Types of Engineering” has no Sub-Outcomes or Specific Outcomes;therefore, this outcome is given the code ENPR.IV.0.0.1In some cases, topics may satisfy more than one outcome. In such an event, then the ID will begiven a superscript and the outcome itself is referred to as a tied outcome. For instance,“Academic Integrity” (ACAD.IV.0.0) was identified as being related to “Ethics” during thedevelopment of the taxonomy (PROF II.0.0); therefore, these two outcomes are tied. The criteriafor marking the additional outcome is found in the “Additional Information” section on the checksheet. In the case of “Academic Integrity” and

Conference Session

NSF Grantees’ Poster Session

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Susan Conrad, Portland State University

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

strength and ... between the samples. However, modulus of elasticity did not vary greatly variabilty... between the samples, however variability or occurred between the tested samples and ...between the samples; however, published values. variability... 3. As stated in ASCE's Code of Ethics; As stated in ASCE’s Code of Ethics, "Engineers shall hold paramount the “Engineers...” safety, health and welfare of the public...." 4. Slope of stress-strain curve in Figure 1 The slope of the stress-strain curve in shows [...] Figure 1 shows... 5. As a civil engineer, the strength of

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Innovation in Engineering Leadership Education

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kathryn A. Neeley, University of Virginia

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Engineering Leadership Development Division

. Dependingon the circumstances, the wise or courageous course of action might approach one of theextremes. Virtues benefit both the individual who possesses them and the society of which thatindividual is a part. Any given social group’s definition of virtue depends on its vision of humanflourishing (eudaimonia in Greek) or what is sometimes called “the good life.” Virtue can onlybe cultivated and recognized within social groups.This conception seems to have been developed in connection with leadership and ethics inbusiness and education—and to engineering ethics, but has not, insofar as I have been able todetermine, been widely applied to engineering leadership development.Why Conformity Is Essential and Can Be Problematic in Engineering

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NSF Grantees’ Poster Session

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Narayan Bhattarai, North Carolina A&T State University; Courtney Lambeth, North Carolina A&T State University; Dhananjay Kumar, North Carolina A&T State University; Cindy Waters, North Carolina A&T State University; Devdas M. Pai, North Carolina A&T State University; Matthew B. A. McCullough, North Carolina A&T State University; Caroline S. Booth, North Carolina A & T State University

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

2undergraduate bioengineering curriculum (Table 1). The lecture content related to biomaterial fortissue engineering and ethics and nanobiotechnology techniques. Sample lecture content from theBMEN310 learning modules includes learning of hierarchical organization of extracellularmatrix of bone and soft tissues in different length scales.Table 1. Courses in which modules introducing the concepts of nanotechnology were developed # of Concepts Introduced Using two lecturesCourse Semester students Cellular engineering, drug delivery andBMEN 220: Introduction to

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Educational Strategies in Architectural Engineering

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gouranga Banik, Tennessee State University

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Architectural

making, ethics and professionalism, public policy, diversity, projectmanagement, risk management, and dispute resolution.Skill Sets Needed for the 21st Century EngineerWhile engineers remain strong in terms of their technological skills, they are generally weak interms of their management and communication capabilities. They do not fully understand theconcept of globalization; they may not have a firm grasp of the issues confronting the 21st-century engineer; they lack the competencies that would enable them to rise to leadershippositions within government and industry; and they are not developing curricula that would trainengineers to anticipate and focus on the rapid changes by which the 21st century will be at leastpartially defined (NAE

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Innovations in Upper-level Biomedical Engineering Courses

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anton E. Bowden, Brigham Young University; Ruth Ochia P.E., Temple University; Dennis Lee Eggett, Brigham Young University

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Biomedical

respondentsaugmenting their primary textbook with additional material.Topics from Bone Mechanics, Soft Tissue Mechanics, Tissue Remodeling, and OrthopaedicBiomechanics were most highly represented among current biomechanics courses. BiofluidMechanics, Vascular Mechanics, Respiratory Mechanics, Medical Imaging & Mechanics, InjuryBiomechanics, and Biomedical Engineering Ethics were least represented. There was asignificant statistical correlation between the current research topics of the respondents and theincluded topics in their engineering biomechanics courses. In an open-response query in thesurvey, respondents identified three additional resources that would be most helpful in teachingtheir current biomechanics course: 1) a “better,” more unified

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First-year Programs Division Technical Session 9: Focus on Student Learning, Lifelong Learning, and the Whole Student

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Angela Thompson P.E., University of Louisville; Patricia A Ralston, University of Louisville

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First-Year Programs

decisions on community issues. Results of this study revealed the need forfurther instruction in critical thinking to achieve desired course outcomes and for improvedassessment of student learning with regards to critical thinking.IntroductionAll first-year engineering students at the University of Louisville are required to take anIntroduction to Engineering course. This is a large enrollment course (in the fall of 2014, therewere approximately 630 students in 18 sections) taught by two faculty and four teachingassistants. Although only one credit hour, many topics are covered, including introductions tothe different engineering disciplines, instruction in critical thinking, team building andcommunication, ethics, professionalism, and an

Conference Session

Student and Other Views on Engineering Leadership

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robyn Paul, University of Calgary; Lynne Gradon Cowe Falls P.Eng., University of Calgary

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Diversity

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Engineering Leadership Development Division

additional six sub-themes. Participants’ definitions thatparticularly emphasized each sub-theme are given as an example. Table 2. Determined themes and sub-themes of the term engineering leadership. Sub- Themes Example Participant Definitions Themes Personal “[…] set an example through responsible, Strong Character accountable, and ethical behaviour.” Character Influential “The ability to inspire trust and confidence in a group Character of people.” Team “Manage people, projects.” Leader Team

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2015 ASEE International Forum

Authors

Julia Ziyatdinova

2 M5 Sociology 1 M6 Engineering Ethics 1 M7 Intercultural Competence 1 Page 19.35.3 Practice Modules 5 M8 Presentation and Communication Skills 2 Credit Points (at Module Description least) M9 Scientific Writing 1 M10 Working with Projects

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Shaping the Future: Structured Mentoring for Today's Diverse Engineering Student Populations

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jonathan Gordon, Georgia Institute of Technology; Comas Lamar Haynes, Georgia Institute of Technology; Gary S. May, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

substantially successful. Since its inception, more than 300 minority studentshave received PhD degrees in science or engineering at {institution withheld}, ten percent ofwhich entered academia as direct beneficiaries of FACES, and ten of which received meritoriousyoung investigator awards.11A key aspect of the FACES program is the extensive use of mentoring and enrichment activities.Monthly enrichment seminars expose FACES fellows to training in traditionally pivotal topicssuch as grant writing, interviewing skills, and research ethics; as well as more recentlyhighlighted social sensitivities such as work-family balance and effective networking within

Conference Session

Engineering Management Division Technical Session 2

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shekar Viswanathan, National University; Ben D Radhakrishnan, National University

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Diversity

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Engineering Management

with a dice that is electronically rolled (randomness) by pressingthe “Roll the Dice Button.” The face of the dice is displayed in the “PLAYING AREA.” Thefirst roll of the dice represents the Percentage for the three TQM variables (Table 1). The dice isre-rolled twice more to populate the remaining two variables by selecting ‘Yes’ to the pop-upwindow. Selecting ‘No’ re-starts the roll sequence. Figure 2 summarizes the results of the gamein the form of a chart that includes Cost/Profit, Ethics, and Quality. The user, through the gameplay can see the immediate impact of choices selected not only on the total quality andproduction, but more importantly, on the ethical impact of management choices. The game helpsthe user with a better

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First-year Programs Division Technical Session 10: Paying Attention to Retention

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sydney N Hallman, University of Oklahoma; Chad Eric Davis P.E., University of Oklahoma

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First-Year Programs

Mentors Exploring Majors-Engineering Physics Academic Advising and Study Abroad 5 Academic Advising and Study Abroad Mentor Breakout Group Meeting Engineering Ethics Video 6 -Planning Activity -Ethics Worksheet Exploring Majors-Electrical and 7 Computer Engineering and Chemical, Undergraduate Research Panel Biological & Materials Engineering Mentor Breakout Group Meeting Mentoring Day 8 -Dedication -Graduation Plans Exploring Majors-Computer Science and 9 Civil, Architectural, Environmental Professional Registration and Licensure