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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED) Technical Session 2

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Adel Alhalawani, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Sophia Koop; Thomas Omwando, Simpson University; Lisa Bosman, Purdue University

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED)

Engineering Students: A Two-StepFramework’, Mathematical Problems in Engineering, 2023, 2023, pp. 81668254 Andrews, J., and Higson, H.: ‘Graduate Employability, ‘Soft Skills’ Versus ‘Hard’Business Knowledge: A European Study’, Higher Education in Europe, 2008, 33, (4), pp. 411-4225 Warsame, A.F.: ‘The Gap Between Engineering Education and PostgraduatePreparedness’. Ed.D., Walden University, 20176 Sheppard, S.D., Macatangay, K., Colby, A., and Sullivan, W.M.: ‘Educating Engineers:Designing for the Future of the Field. Book Highlights’, Carnegie Foundation for theAdvancement of Teaching, 20087 Burt, B.A., Carpenter, D.D., Holsapple, M.A., and Finelli, C.J.: ‘Out-of-classroomexperiences: Bridging the disconnect between the

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 8

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mohammad Shokrolah Shirazi, Marian University; Hung-fu Chang

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

Board forEngineering and Technology (ABET) stresses the significance of incorporating criticalthinking instruction, along with other general engineering expertise (e.g., soft skills) inengineering curriculum through their published student outcomes (Claris and Riley, Email: mshokrolahshirazi@marian.edu2012). Since the connection between CT and problem-solving in engineering is a recurringtheme in the literature, teaching and learning critical thinking should equip differentlevels of problems with varied features that involve appropriate hypotheses, methodsfor experiments, and structuring open design problems (Ahern, Dominguez, McNally,O’Sullivan, and Pedrosa, 2019). On the other hand, the challenging level of the problems is another key

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Women in Engineering Division (WIED) Technical Session 1 - Women in Computing

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mary V Villani, Farmingdale State College, SUNY, New York; Ilknur Aydin, Farmingdale State College, SUNY, New York; Lisa Cullington, Sacred Heart University

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Women in Engineering Division (WIED)

largely accomplished. Figure 3: Race/Ethnicity of Post Survey Respondents (N=29) SA Agree Neutral SD Disagree N/ALearned from industry leaders about tech topics 64% 32% 4% 0% 0% 0%Gained technical skills from workshops 36% 32% 12% 0% 12% 8%Gained soft skills from workshops 40% 44% 8% 0% 4% 4%Learned about grad. school paths 36% 32% 4% 0% 4% 24%Learned about job opportunities 48% 36% 4% 0% 4% 8%Networked w/ leaders and peers in field 60% 32% 4

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 15

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yanyao Deng, University of Exeter; Ibrahim H. Yeter, Nanyang Technological University

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

this study have implications forimproving engineering education and future laboratory development.Keywords: Engineering education, undergraduate students, laboratory use,perspectives, attitudesIntroductionThis study delves into the diverse perspectives of engineering students regarding thethree types of laboratories, recognizing the background and significance of laboratoryexperiences in engineering education. In a hands-on lab, both the instructor andstudents operate the machine directly in the laboratory (Ma & Nickerson, 2006).Additionally, hands-on laboratories can provide an engaging session for students todemonstrate their content and soft skills (Yeter et al., 2023). Furthermore, involvingdirect machinery operation within a physical

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Vassilios Tzouanas, University of Houston; Lisa Deane Morano, University of Houston

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

in soft skills by working in aninterdisciplinary team.AcknowledgementsThis project was supported by USDA NIFA funding, award number 2019-38422-30259. Wewould like to acknowledge Evelyn Martinez and Misael Calderon for the germination graphincluded in this document. We would also like to acknowledge all the previous SUSTAINstudents whose work is photographed in this paper. The external evaluation of the grant programwas conducted by Integrated Learning Innovations, Inc.References[1] Bogoslowski, S., Geng, F., Gao, Z., Rajabzadeh, A.R., Srinivasan, S., “Integrated Thinking -A Cross-Disciplinary Project-Based Engineering Education” in Auer, M.E., Centea, D. (eds)Visions and Concepts for Education 4.0. ICBL 2020. Advances in Intelligent Systems

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Community Engagement and Humanitarian Engineering: Creating Inclusive Engineers

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Paul A. Leidig P.E., Purdue University; William C. Oakes, Purdue University

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Community Engagement Division (COMMENG)

didn't really know that other people weren't developing those skills, and also didn't realize the value that those soft skills have in a professional environment. In engineering school, you spend all this time learning the math and science, and then when you get to a real job, that's maybe 50% of your work. And the other 50% is working with people and resolving conflict. […] So, I consider it a really valuable learning experience now. (Erin)Along the same lines, Chris shared: I don't think I realized at the time essentially most of what I'm saying now in terms of the benefit of stakeholder involvement, of customer discovery interviews, of really having a partner in development. I think that

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Engagement in Practice Lightning Round: Engineering with and for Community Partners

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jennifer A. Warrner, Ball State University; Joe Bradley, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Sirena C. Hargrove-Leak, Elon University; Anand Nageswaran Bharath, Cummins Engine Company

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Community Engagement Division (COMMENG)

andhelping younger students learn more about different disciplines. For programs that involveyounger facilitators, such as college students, there is less of a generation gap between studentparticipants and the facilitators. This smaller age gap can be advantageous because the K-12student participants may relate more to facilitators who are closer in age (Aguayo, 2018).In addition to helping student participants learn new information and skills, these programs alsohelp facilitators grow and develop. For example, outreach programs help undergraduate andgraduate students gain professional development experience and develop both technical skillsand soft skills including communication and presentation skills. Scherrer (2013) noted that animprovement in

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Environmental Engineering Division (ENVIRON) Technical Session 2 - Engineering for One Planet (EOP)

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cherish C. Vance, The Ohio State University; Patrick J. Sours, The Ohio State University

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Environmental Engineering Division (ENVIRON)

. 97, (4), pp. 433-447, 2008.[2] B. K. Jesiek et al, "Global engineering competency in context: Situations and behaviors,"Online Journal for Global Engineering Education, vol. 8, (1), pp. 1, 2014.[3] E. De Graaff and W. Ravesteijn, "Training complete engineers: global enterprise andengineering education," European Journal of Engineering Education, vol. 26, (4), pp. 419-427,2001.[4] H. W. Rittel and M. M. Webber, "Dilemmas in a general theory of planning," Policy Sci., vol.4, (2), pp. 155-169, 1973.[5] M. T. Hora, R. J. Benbow and B. B. Smolarek, "Re-thinking soft skills and studentemployability: A new paradigm for undergraduate education," Change: The Magazine of HigherLearning, vol. 50, (6), pp. 30-37, 2018.[6] N. C. Kawa et al, "Training

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT) Technical Session 3

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mitra Varun Anand, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Curtis Abel, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Ahmet Can Sabuncu, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Adam Sears, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)

theDEI objectives of the course and reinforces the literature on the benefits of diversity inenhancing creativity and problem-solving in engineering education [15, 16].These themes collectively emphasize the effectiveness of the 'fail-forward learn-fast' mindset incultivating an environment that encourages risk-taking, embraces failure, and leverages diversityfor innovation. The course's approach, as reflected in the thematic analysis, not only facilitatestechnical skill development but also raises critical soft skills such as resilience, adaptability, andcollaborative problem-solving.The DEI-focused survey questions revealed students' perceptions of the course's inclusivity anddiversity efforts: • Inclusive Classroom Environment: High

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jennifer Hasler, Georgia Institute of Technology

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

, T. A. Kummer, and P. D. de Melo Godoy, “Improvements from a flipped classroom may simply be the fruits of active learning,” CBE Life Sciences Education, vol. 14, 2015.[22] Y.-C. Chen, K.-K. Fan, and K.-T. Fang, “Effect of flipped teaching on cognitive load level with mobile devices: The case of a graphic design course,” Sustainability, vol. 13, no. 13, 2021. [Online]. Available: https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/13/13/7092[23] S. McLean, S. M. Attardi, L. Faden, and M. Goldszmidt, “Flipped classrooms and student learning: not just surface gains,” Advances in physiology education, 2016.[24] A. Betti, P. Biderbost, and A. Garc´ıa Domonte, “Can active learning techniques simultaneously develop students’ hard and soft skills

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sarah M. Ryan, Iowa State University; Robert Brown; Amy Kaleita, Iowa State University; Sergio Horacio Lence; Cynthia Lidtke, Iowa State University; Cameron Alexander MacKenzie, Iowa State University; Michelle Lynn Soupir, Iowa State University

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

sciencecommunication in the orientation sessions for the first two cohorts and worked with ouruniversity’s Graduate College to revive a half-semester course on this topic. In consultation withthe external advisory board, we also focused the first annual symposium, scheduled for April2020, to focus on communication and soft skill development.Modification with student leadership: The COVID-19 pandemic caused postponement of the firstsymposium to January 2021, conducted in a virtual format. Meanwhile, the second cohort joinedthe first one in Fall 2020 and the learning community moved mostly online (throughout the2020-21 academic year, our university was holding some face-to-face classes and activities,while many remained hybrid or virtual). We instituted working

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 25

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Caitlyn Berryhill, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Amanda Clara Emberley, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

Values, vol 39, no. 1, pp. 42-72, http://www.jstor.org/stable/43671164[10] V. V. Bracho Perez, A. Nuñez Abreu, A. A. Khan, L. E. Guardia, I. M. Hasbún, and A. C. Strong, “Mechanical Engineering Students’ Perceptions of Design Skills Throughout a Senior Design Course Sequence,” 2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access, Virtual Conference, http://doi.org/10.18260/1-2--36523[11] D. B. de Campos, L. M. M. de Resende, and A. B. Fagundes, “The Importance of Soft Skills for the Engineering.”, Creative Education, vol. 11, pp. 1504-1520, 2020, https://doi.org/10.4236/ce.2020.118109[12] J. Saldaña, The Coding Manual Qualitative Researchers (3rd ed.). SAGE Publications Inc., 2016

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ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference

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Charlotte Gottilla, University of Delaware

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Diversity

and Trends toward Routine Maintenance and Major Repairs of Afridev Handpumps in Rural Malawi,” Water, vol. 13, no. 12, 2021.[21] J. Volger, P. Thompson, D. Davis, B. Mayfield, P. Finley, D. Yasseri, “The hard work of soft skills: augmenting the project-based learning experience with interdisciplinary teamwork,” Instructional Science, vol. 46, pp. 457-488, 2018.[22] B. Bilgin, A. Felder, H. Darabi, R. Nazempour, S. Reckinger, R. Revelo, D. Ozevin, “Looking Ahead: Structure of an Industry Mentorship Program for Undergraduate Engineering Students,” Advances in Engineering Education, vol. 10, no. 3, pp. 9-18, 2022.[23] T. Taylor, “What are Durable Skills, and Why Do Our Students Need Them

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2024 ASEE PSW Conference

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Matthew J Haslam, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Prescott

sequence, this structure permitsstudents to demonstrate mastery of each of the ABET learning outcomes. By inference, thecornerstone classes introduce first-year students to these same outcomes.The current Mechanical Engineering curriculum includes an Introduction to Engineering course,EGR 101, that aims to introduce the ABET outcomes to first-year students. Each week, the classincludes a 1-hour lecture period where a variety of soft skills are taught and a 3-hour lab periodwhere students work in teams to design and build Lego robots to compete on a course. Althoughteams present their designs in design reviews, there is no formal communication instruction andno instruction on engineering design principles.Recognizing that the cornerstone classes

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2024 ASEE-GSW

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Abigail Nichole Lehto, Utah State University; Ning Fang, Utah State University

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the end of the paper. Literature ReviewStudent Internship ExperiencesMany studies relating to student internship experiences reported common findings and reportedstudents having overall positive experiences with engineering internships 1,2,3,4,5,6,8. When talkingabout experiences, existing research also focuses on the skills students are learning or utilizing duringtheir internships. The common non-technical (soft) skills students utilized internships to develop orimprove were: communication, teamwork skills, and networking skills 1,3,5,9,14,15. The commontechnical (hard) skills or knowledge students utilized internships to develop or improve were:familiarity with the industry climate and operation

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2024 South East Section Meeting

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Evelyn Abagayle Boyd, Clemson University and Colorado School of Mines ; David E Vaughn, Clemson University; Jeffery M Plumblee II, JMP2 LLC; Bridget Trogden, American University

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Diversity

) National Association of Colleges and Employers. What is Career Readiness?. Default. https://www.naceweb.org/career-readiness/competencies/career-readiness-defined (accessed 2023-11-25).(7) Trogden, B. G.; Walker-Donnelly, K. Enough with the “Soft Skills” Already! Let’s Embrace the “Both/And.” ACAD 2023.(8) Nejman, A. Aquaculture. Clemson Engineers for Developing Communities. https://cecas.clemson.edu/cedc/aquaculture/ (accessed 2024-01-10).(9) Monane, J. H. A Sociology of Human Systems; A sociology of human systems; Appleton-Century-Crofts: East Norwalk, CT, US, 1967; pp viii, 221.(10) Hart, A. W. Leader Succession and Socialization: A Synthesis. Review of Educational Research 1991, 61 (4), 451–474. https://doi.org/10.2307

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2024 South East Section Meeting

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Amy Borello Gruss, Kennesaw State University ; Nicholas Anthony Clegorne

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valuable experience;however, receiving guidance and feedback on team interactions are uncommon even though theycan significantly enhance team behaviors [2]. Additionally, design courses tend to focus on thetechnical skills needed for projects work, and rarely are students taught how to work in teams [3].Designing teamwork exercises and dedicating class time for students to practice these skills,while important, often detracts from the content specific to their disciplines [4]. Hence, there is aneed for educators to employ an easy method that allows students to practice the development ofinterpersonal or “soft” skills early on in their academic career to ensure that they are well-equipped by the time they enroll in design or capstone courses.The

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2023 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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Adam C. Lynch; Gary Brooking

, Systems, and Manufacturing Students – ENGT 312, Applied Statics; ENGT 320; Applied Circuits; ENGT 348,Machine Elements; ENGT 354, Statistical Process Control; and ENGR 501, Engineer as Leader;and IME 767, Lean Manufacturing.References[1] Theobald, E. J., Hill, M. J., Tran, E., Agrawal, S., Arroyo, E. N., Behling, S., ... & Freeman, S. (2020).Active learning narrows achievement gaps for underrepresented students in undergraduate science,technology, engineering, and math. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 117(12), 6476-6483.[2] Vogler, J. S., Thompson, P., Davis, D. W., Mayfield, B. E., Finley, P. M., & Yasseri, D. (2018). The hardwork of soft skills: augmenting the project-based learning experience with

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Energy Conversion, Conservation and Nuclear Engineering Division (ECCNE) Technical Session 3

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert J. Kerestes, University of Pittsburgh; Renee M. Clark, University of Pittsburgh

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Conservation and Nuclear Engineering Division (ECCNE), Energy Conversion

which students gained international experiencenecessary for today’s software developers. In comparing perspectives from students who hadcompleted this software course in the traditional, instructor-lecture style versus the PBLapproach, the students in the latter cohort evaluated PBL to be more effective for deepknowledge and international-project experience (Olivares-Ceja et al., 2017).3. Methods3.1 Course StructureThe project-based-learning (PBL) course was designed to include minimal technical lecture bythe instructors. However, a core component of the course was a series of guest speakers whospoke about some of the “soft skills” relevant to international teamwork. Five teams ofapproximately four students each were formed using the CATME team

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MECH - Technical Session 6: Curriculum Development and Pedagogical Strategies

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dave Kim, Washington State University, Vancouver; Lurana Crowley, Washington State University

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

. IntroductionMechanical engineering programs often offer introductory engineering courses (MechanicalEngineering 101 or Engineering 101) for their first-year students to provide a broadunderstanding of engineering principles, practices, professions, and problem-solving skills [16].These courses tend to incorporate hands-on group activities, fostering active engagement withthe discipline and honing crucial soft skills like communication and teamwork. Unlike otherlower-division mechanical engineering courses, such as Statics and Dynamics, the content ofthese introductory engineering courses exhibits notable variation across programs, some areproject-based others focus more on giving students an idea of what engineers do with guestspeakers and field trips. Indeed

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Engagement in Practice Lightning Round: Engineering with and for Community Partners

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Charles Perry Weinthal, Florida Atlantic University; David Jaramillo

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Diversity

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Community Engagement Division (COMMENG)

: Theyparticipants are likely to face in their professional careers, thus explore IBM Cloud Services [2] . Programming interfaces:enhancing their experience and skills in a practical, hands-on They work with Node-RED [3]. Artificial intelligence: Theymanner. engage with IBM’s AI Watson. The Hack-a-Thon not only focuses on technical skills devel-opment but also emphasizes the cultivation of soft skills such ascommunication, teamwork, and time management. By the end ofthe event, participants are expected to present their projects toa panel of industry experts and faculty, demonstrating not onlytheir technical prowess but also their ability to communicatetheir ideas effectively. This

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Engineering Management Division (EMD) Technical Session 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sam Yoo, United States Military Academy; James Schreiner, United States Military Academy

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Engineering Management Division (EMD)

such as cheating and technical difficulties. Inaddition, the TEAMMATES peer evaluation tool demonstrates an automated and digital way toincrease students’ self-awareness of soft skills such as teamwork and relationship building.In conclusion, this paper's exploration of digital transformation in the Project Managementcourse contributes to the ongoing discourse on engineering management education. It offerspractical insights for educators and institutions considering similar transitions. The successes andchallenges outlined in the paper pave the way for future developments in engineeringmanagement programs, emphasizing the importance of aligning educational practices with theevolving demands of the field and the accreditation standards set by

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Multidisciplinary Division Technical Session 11

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hiroyuki Ishizaki, Shibaura Institute of Technology; Maria Anityasari, Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology; Masaomi Kimura, Shibaura Institute of Technology; Faiqoh Agustin, University of Maryland, College Park

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI)

programs have become a top priority for universities worldwide, offering students avariety of skills beyond traditional lecture-based learning [5]. These programs provide a plethoraof benefits, including the opportunity to develop soft skills, global competence, personalnetworking, and cross-cultural communication abilities. [6]. In the Asian region, variousinternational consortiums and organizations facilitate collaborative mobility programs amongmember universities. One initiative is the Asian International Mobility for Students (AIMS)Programme. A regional initiative led by the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education OrganizationRegional Centre specializing in higher education and development (SEAMEO RIHED), AIMSsupports student mobility and

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Inclusivity, Mentorship, and Entrepreneurial Thinking

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Heather L. Walker, University of Arkansas ; Edgar C Clausen, University of Arkansas

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED)

Review andCelebration in February. As a result of the program, the students receive valuable resume andLinkedIn feedback, tips on preparing for the Career Fair, information on the variety of careersthat are available for chemical engineers, the importance of soft skills on the job, ways to standout to employers, the differences in careers in industry and academia, and the need fordeveloping a good work/life balance.A number of other unexpected benefits resulted from the program, particularly with the youngeralumni. Younger alumni are very anxious to “give back” to the department but are not often ableto make significant financial contributions when they are only 5-10 years post-graduation.Examples of these other forms of alumni engagement

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED) Technical Session 4

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert J. Rabb P.E., Pennsylvania State University; Erin A. Hostetler, Pennsylvania State University; Patrick Joseph Tunno, Pennsylvania State University; Christine B. Masters, Pennsylvania State University

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED)

first and second year-specific Complete six-hour Serve as an EPAL for at EPALs, additionalcriteria synchronous training; least two semesters. responsibilities (planning Participate in training to events, scheduling, serving as develop, communication, points of contact for projects). active listening, leadership & soft skills; Observe EPAL sessions Serve as an EPAL by volunteering to be a peer adviser, staffing events and making classroom presentations.Additional Complete BUILD Training Prior completion of EPALs

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) - Research Investigations in the Context of Design Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mark J. Povinelli, Syracuse University

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Diversity

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

engineering design education can accomplish [14] - [17].Providing students with deeper knowledge and holistic design methodologies that fosteremotional and cognitive development, challenge beliefs, and encourage different perspectives,and leverage their curiosity, creativity, and interpersonal and soft skills in the advancement ofeconomic, social, and environmental justice remains a challenge. Although various teachingapproaches to engineering design exist—such as specification-driven, sequential processes,industrial production, user-centered, or human-centered—their focus typically lacks thecomprehensive transdisciplinary knowledge necessary to address these challenges. Theseabilities include understanding nature, flexibility in thinking modes

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Industrial Engineering Division (IND) Technical Session 2

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nina Miville, University of Miami

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Diversity

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Industrial Engineering Division (IND)

not only being able to speak in front of others but also communicating effectively. ...I learned there are times when leaders have to be honest with their team members when they are not doing a good job.” • “It was a course where I can take away soft skills that are hard to teach unless through experiences such as the ones this class provided” • “I learned that sometimes those who are the best leaders are the ones who know when to also take a step back and let the rest of the group take a leadership role.”In addition to executing the project, the students were evaluated by faculty and/or TA’s as theyexecuted their activities in each “room”. There was an evaluator that graded the students onExecution

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Emad A Mansour, University of South Florida

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

steps:1. Recruitment of Student Observers: During Fall 2022 semester, the chair of the EEdepartment sent an invitation to undergraduate students participating in the ProfessionalFormation of Engineers (PFE) courses to become student observers. PFE Courses, a three-coursesequence for undergraduate students at the EE department that includes sections on soft skills,were also part of the NSF grant. Interested students’ names were collected via a Qualtrics survey.The initiative was marketed to students as a research opportunity. Starting Fall 2023 semester,the invitation was extended to all graduate students at the EE department as well. There was nocompensation for students who participated in this process.2. Pre-Program Survey: Before training

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WIP: Classroom Innovations

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Neha B. Raikar, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Fernando Mérida, University of Florida

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED)

to expose high-school students to basicfluid flow concepts using a small-scale system that is easy and safe to operate. Primarily, wewant to introduce basic concepts of frictional phenomena by illustrating the flow of fluids inpipes of different diameters and orientations by measuring the pressure drop across various flowpathways. In addition to fundamental topics of chemical engineering, students can gathertechnical and soft skills such as teamwork, effective communication, and data collection usingArduino-based sensors. For example, students were organized into teams (not more than 5members), and they rotated different tasks such as assembling the setup, programming theArduino, pump operation, flow rate measurements, and data recording and

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Sociotechnical Integration and Programmatic Reform

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Xueni Fan, Texas Tech University; Joshua M. Cruz, Texas Tech University; John Carrell, Texas Tech University; Michael Scott Laver, Rochester Institute of Technology

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individual perspective, more soft skills are needed for STEM professionals. Inreality, STEM professionals usually work in a team to solve complex problems together. Withoutmore human-centered skills, like communication, teamwork mindsets, and empathy, it would bedemanding to accomplish tasks efficiently and effectively as a team. Unfortunately, the emphasison technical knowledge in STEM education has often overshadowed the importance of personaland interpersonal skills (Crawley et al., 2014). Regrettably, STEM professionals are sometimesstereotyped as having poor social skills (Cheryan et al., 2013; Ehrlinger et al., 2018; Starr, 2018).We argue that the neglect of humanities in current STEM education contributes to thisstereotype. One