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Faculty Development Division (FDD) Technical Session 6

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lindy Hamilton Mayled, Arizona State University; Ann F. McKenna, Arizona State University; Adam R. Carberry, Arizona State University; Jennifer M. Bekki, Arizona State University; Julianne L. Holloway, Arizona State University; Samantha Ruth Brunhaver, Arizona State University

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Diversity

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Faculty Development Division (FDD)

funded projects through the sharing of resources, ideation andguidance around mentorship program creation, and a facilitated community ofpractice.Table 1. Funded Projects and Area of FocusFunding Institute Affiliation Focus of ProjectCycle [Redacted]2019 Project #1 Enhancing Entrepreneurial Mindset for Women in Engineering Education Leadership2019 Project #2 Faculty Learning Communities (FLCs) for improving mentoring skills in faculty across all departments in the College of Engineering (COE)2019 Project #3 Develop conceptual framework and perform qualitative and quantitative

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Computing & Information Technology: Curriculum and Assessment

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Predrag T. Tosic, University of Idaho; Julie Beeston, University of Idaho

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Computing and Information Technology

Paper ID #24012Designing Undergraduate Data Science Curricula: A Computer Science Per-spectiveDr. Predrag T. Tosic, University of Idaho Predrag Tosic is an early mid-career researcher with a unique mix of academic research, industrial and DOE lab R&D experiences. His research interests include AI, data science, machine learning, intelli- gent agents and multi-agent systems, cyber-physical/cyber-secure systems, distributed coordination and control, large-scale complex networks, internet-of-things/agents, and mathematical and computational models and algorithms for ”smart” transportation, energy and other grids. He is

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division Technical Session - Interdisciplinary Capstone Projects, Pandemic Adapted Mechatronics Lab, Call for Change

Collection

2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bart Johnson, Itasca Community College; Ronald Ulseth; Michael Raich, Itasca Community College

negative influence on subsequent new cohorts due to them all being enrolled in theprogram and learning in physical proximity to one another. With this lesson learned, for theWBL (Work Based Learning) implementation, new cohorts underwent their training semesterphysically dislocated from their peers in previous cohorts. This resulted in a much smoother andmore rapid implementation of change processes.Suggestions for OthersDeveloping new programs and implementing emerging learning pedagogies is challenging. Thecognitive and emotional demands are high. However, the rewards are most often worth it.Engineers embrace failure along the pathway of continuous improvement. The improvements inlearning models result in a more transformative experience for

Collection

2022 ASEE Gulf Southwest Annual Conference

Authors

Jay R Porter, Texas A&M University; Paul M Koola, Texas A&M University; Rahul Subramanian, Ocean Engineering, Texas A and M University

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Diversity

competition in detail, including goals,implementation, and challenges. The paper also discusses the challenges introduced by theCOVID pandemic and how the event was moved to a virtual platform to ensure social distancing.Finally, lessons learned and future plans are presented. IntroductionIt is currently well understood that team competitions are an important component of engineeringeducation1-3 and support education in teaming, communications, leadership, design and open-ended problem solving. While classroom and laboratory learning are the backbone of engineeringeducation, extracurricular competitions, especially those that involve teaming, are an excellentway to augment learning. Not only does competition

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session I

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Adrienne Steele, Louisiana State University; Warren N. Waggenspack Jr., Louisiana State University; Charles Algeo Wilson IV, Louisiana State University; Laura Ikuma, Louisiana State University

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

Paper ID #16880Baton Rouge Community College/Louisiana State University: A Partnershipfor STEM Student SuccessMs. Adrienne Steele, Louisiana State University Adrienne Steele has over 15 years experience in STEM education. Currently, Adrienne works at Louisiana State University in the College of Engineering, managing all aspects of the STEP project that consists of a large-scale peer mentoring program. Previously, she coordinated the Scope-On-A-Rope Outreach Program (SOAR) in the Department of Biological Sciences for 10 years with funding from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. In this position, she led over 175

Collection

2024 ASEE-GSW

Authors

Eman Hammad, Texas A&M University; James K. Nelson Jr. P.E., Texas A&M University; Yuehua Wang, Texas A&M University - Commerce; Heather Manley Lillibridge, Texas A&M University; Chris Scarmardo, Texas A&M University

experts in cybersecurity for ten weeks during thesummer. The goal was to combine technical research and hands-on implementation with invitedguest lectures and field trips with industry and DHS officials. This paper describes the opportunitiesand challenges and expands on lessons learned for improved program structures in future iterationsof the institute Introduction Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference West Texas A&M University, Canyon, TX Copyright © 2024, American Society for Engineering Education 2The continuous evolution and expansion of

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Biological & Agricultural Division Technical Session

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Heydi Han, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Hector Palala, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Jennifer Keshwani, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Deepak R. Keshwani, University of Nebraska, Lincoln

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Diversity

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Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE)

Higher Edu- cation, University of Nebraska, and the Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation to implement an ecology of validation model at a large scale to promote student success. At UNL, Deepak mentors the AgFutures first-year living-learning community in leadership, service, and civic engagement. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Community building through technology in a biological systems engineering courseConference: American Society for Engineering EducationDivision: Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE)Tags: Community-building, student-centered strategies, technologyPaper interests: Undergraduates, Graduate, Faculty

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Yukio Yoritomo, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Nicole Turnipseed, University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign; Maxx Joseph Villotti, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Aric Tate, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Kelly Searsmith, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Matthias Grosse Perdekamp, University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign; Paul Prior, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Julie L. Zilles, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

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Engineering Physics and Physics

member’s course or courses. Third, the structure of theWAE program included individualized mentoring for interested faculty (and, in this case, theircourse staff) while they were implementing changes in their courses. The pilot run of WAEoccurred over an academic year, with the weekly meetings occurring in the fall semester and theindividual mentoring in the spring. A detailed description of the WAE program is available inWare et al. [10].This paper presents a case study from WAE that highlights how the cooperative, interdisciplinaryprogram fostered change within a writing-intensive Physics course. The course, entitled NuclearWeapons and Arms Control and hereafter referred to as Phys 280, involves the nontechnicalstudy of the physics of nuclear

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Women in Engineering Division Technical Session 6

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Lourdes A. Medina, University of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez; Saylisse Davila, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez; Olga Beatriz Rivera, Amgen Manufacturing Limited; Nolgie Oquendo-Colon, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Maria Angelica Velazquez, Montana State University

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Diversity

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Women in Engineering

% (67% F, 33% M) - Partially: 60% (37% F, 63% M) Factor in model: Mentoring Do you think it is necessary to establish a formal peer- - Yes: 72% (28% F, 44% M) mentoring program for new professors? - No: 4% (4% F, 0% M) Factor in model: Task In your opinion and compared to your peers in your - Less time: 14% (9% F, 17% M) – assignment department, how much time do you spend working in - Same time: 28% (23% F, 32% M) committees (or other services)? - More time: 58% (68

Conference Session

Faculty Development Medley

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Christine S. Grant, North Carolina State University; Barbara E. Smith, North Carolina State University; Louis A. Martin-Vega, North Carolina State University; Matthew T. Stimpson, North Carolina State University

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Faculty Development Constituency Committee

surveys and 2015 assessment of programs in the faculty development unit4.2 Lessons learnedThe primary lessons learned in the faculty development initiative include the: • Importance of having a routine data collection plan and outcome measurement tool in place at the outset of program development and execution • Value of mentoring and coaching across faculty rank • Importance of continuous assessment of programming and faculty status. While our survey was administered after more than five years of our unit’s existence, it provided valuable logistics and roadmap information. We also identified one of the authors of this paper as a source of intentional evaluation and assessment, a critical element for

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Institutional inclusion: Advancing equity and belongingness in engineering education

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kassandra Fernandez, University of Florida; Krista Dulany Chisholm, University of Florida; Nancy Ruzycki, University of Florida

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Diversity

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Culture & Social Justice in Education Division (EQUITY), Equity

. J. Educ. Res., vol. 64, no. 2, pp. 154–172, 2018.[45] S. A. DeBolle et al., “‘Development of an Academic Surgical Student Program for Enhancing Student-Faculty Engagement,’” J. Surg. Educ., vol. 76, no. 3, pp. 604–606, 2019, doi: 10.1016/j.jsurg.2018.11.007.[46] D. Hammond et al., “Professional Benefits of a Web-based Journal Club for Critical Care Residents and Their Mentors,” AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICAL EDUCATION, vol. 83, no. 7, pp. 1520–1527, 2019, doi: 10.5688/ajpe6907.[47] L. H. Ikuma, A. Steele, S. Dann, O. Adio, and W. N. Waggenspack, “Large-scale student programs increase persistence in STEM fields in a public university setting,” J. Eng. Educ., vol. 108, no. 1, pp. 57–81, 2019, doi: 10.1002/jee.20244.[48

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Track 3 - Session I - Faculty Development

Collection

2013 ASEE International Forum

Authors

Dirk Schaefer P.E., Georgia Institute of Technology

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Invited - Faculty Development

educational research, student learning outcomes,and engineering faculty; resources supporting engineering education, and the implication ofdifferent faculty reward structures. Analysis indicates that pieces already in place offer greatpotential to create the Engineering Education of 2020 for “The Engineer of 2020” if key barriersare addressed. An at-a-glance overview of the challenges and opportunities identified andthoroughly discussed in their paper10 is presented below: Table 110 Opportunities and challenges regarding implementation of formal education-related faculty development on a large scale Opportunities

Conference Session

Faculty Development: Broad Impact

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jay Mann, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Ali Ansari, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Wayne L Chang, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Caroline Cvetkovic, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Holly M Golecki, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Ramez Hajj, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

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Faculty Development Division (FDD)

this space? 10 Despite the attention paid to diversity and equity in official program messages, to what extent do you feel support from your department/college to improve your teaching and the learning experiences of all students?To explore the culture and challenges of equity-minded teaching in the engineering curricula, theanalysis of the journal entries was limited to the contributions from the five engineering facultyresearch members only. Each journal entry was first anonymized upon submission to the centralrepository and then inductively coded (1) originally by individual CoP members and then (2)reviewed, refined, and re-coded collaboratively during a CoP meeting. As codes were identifiedfrom the

Conference Session

Innovative Instructional Strategies for Integrating Sustainability

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Claire L. A. Dancz, Clemson University; Jeffery M Plumblee II, Clemson University; Dylan Bargar, Clemson University; Penelope Walters Brunner, Clemson University; Karen A High, Clemson University; Leidy Klotz, Clemson University; Amy E. Landis, Clemson University

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Diversity

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Civil Engineering

have pledged to graduate at least 20 students specificallytrained in solving large-scale problems like the Grand Challenges.14The GCS program was developed such that each school could develop its own methods forstudent fulfillment of five program competencies. These five GCS program competencies areshown in Figure 1. The program competencies within the GCS program are intended to providethe foundation for graduates to tackle large-scale challenges, such as the 14 outlined in the NAEGrand Challenges for Engineering.14 Hands-on Project or Research Experience • Related to a Grand Challenge Interdisciplinary Curriculum • A curriculum that complements engineering fundamentals with courses in other fields, preparing

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New Approaches and Leadership Development Frameworks

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Boz Bowles, Louisiana State University and A&M College; Adrienne Steele, Louisiana State University and A&M College; Rebecca Acosta Burdette; Annemarie Galeucia

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Diversity

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Engineering Leadership Development Division (LEAD)

program for first-generation students and underrepresentedminorities in engineering. The Studio also became a new home for several existing programs,including engineering supplemental instruction and peer mentoring. It is also part of anarticulation plan with the college’s study-abroad program. The Studio has evolved into a hub ofstudent learning and leadership, which encouraged a significant investment from a major energycompany, and expanded the Studio and several other student services into a new entity: the LSUChevron Center for Engineering Education (Chevron Center).Students who participate in our programs do so voluntarily, as do the faculty who certify theircourses as C-I courses. Participation numbers indicate excellent buy-in by both

Conference Session

Environmental Engineering Division: Sustainability and Hands-On Engineering Education

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael A. Butkus, U.S. Military Academy; Jeffrey A. Starke, U.S. Military Academy; Phil Dacunto P.E., U.S. Military Academy; Kimberly Quell

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Environmental Engineering

Waste Technologies, and Environmental Engineering Seminar. LTC Starke has published over 10 peer reviewed research arti- cles and has presented his research at national and international meetings (most recently Portugal). Most recently, he led a service learning project with 5 students to build a latrine-based biogas system in west- ern Uganda for an elementary school of 1400 students. LTC Starke is a registered Professional Engineer (Delaware), member of several professional associations, and is a member of the National Council of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors (NCEES).Lt. Col. Phil Dacunto P.E., U.S. Military Academy LTC Phil Dacunto is an Assistant Professor of Environmental Engineering at the United States

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ADVANCE and Related Faculty Issues

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kathleen L. Kitto, Western Washington University; Sue Guenter-Schlesinger, Western Washington University

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Women in Engineering

(14), demographics (8), job satisfaction (25), mentoring (8),leadership (7), department climate (14), professional development (13), and equal opportunity(13). The intention was only to capture a snapshot of faculty perceptions. We further exploredunderlying factors affecting these perceptions in smaller Focus Groups, which were administeredby our research associate (RA) in order to assure confidentiality (the possible sample size is verysmall).The survey was intended to only identify large-scale climate issues within CST. Because of thelength of the survey, we decided that it would be best to capture the big picture of climate issuesin the survey and then have discussions/presentations and focus groups later. Thus, we couldpresent our

Conference Session

GSD 4: Stressors and Supports

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Laura Albrant, Michigan Technological University; Leo C. Ureel II, Michigan Technological University; Lynn A. Albers, Hofstra University

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Graduate Studies Division (GSD)

,personalized feedback, which is crucial for helping students grasp complex programming concepts.Many students experience frustration and disengagement due to the delayed nature of feedback inlarge classes, which can hinder their learning and reduce their confidence in their programmingabilities. Furthermore, the growing demand for programming literacy across disciplines, from en-gineering to the broader STEM fields, makes it imperative to find scalable, efficient solutions toimprove programming education at all levels.Tools that can bridge the gap between individualized instruction and the realities of large-scale, di-verse classrooms are in high demand. Current educational approaches often lack the flexibility andadaptability needed to cater to

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Enrollment, Instruction and Pedagogy - Focus on Design-Based Projects

Collection

2017 FYEE Conference

Authors

Jack Bringardner, NYU Tandon School of Engineering; Gunter W. Georgi P.E., NYU’s Tandon School of Engineering; Victoria Bill, NYU Tandon School of Engineering

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Diversity, FYEE Division - Paper Submission

[16] Dym CL, Gilkeson M, Phillips J. Engineering. (2012), Design at[4] Brian Robinson. (2016), Continued Development and Implementation Harvey Mudd College: Innovation Institutionalized, Lessons Learned. of a Two-Course Sequence Designed to Transform the First-Year ASME. J. Mech. Des. 134(8):080202-080202-10. Experience for Engineering Undergraduates, FYEE Annual doi:10.1115/1.4006890. Conference The Ohio State University Columbus, Ohio

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International Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Christopher Lum, University of Washington; Stephanie Gardner, University of Washington; Cathryne Jordan, University of Washington; Matthew Dunbabin, Queensland University of Technology

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Diversity

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International

historically underrepresented within higher education and engineering. Cathryne earned a BA in Speech Communication, Masters in Public Affairs (MPA), and is currently pursuing an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies.Dr. Matthew Dunbabin, Queensland University of Technology Dr Matthew Dunbabin joined QUT as a Principal Research Fellow (Autonomous Systems) in 2013. He is known internationally for his research into field robotics, particularly environmental robots, and their ap- plication to large-scale monitoring. He has wide research interests including adaptive sampling and path planning, vision-based navigation, cooperative robotics, as well as robot and sensor network interactions. Dr Dunbabin received his

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Entrepreneurship and Engineering Innovation Division Technical Session 5

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

J. Chris Carroll, Saint Louis University; Kelsey Z. Musa, Saint Louis University; Shannon M. Sipes, Indiana University, Bloomington; Scott A. Sell, Saint Louis University; Michelle B. Sabick, Saint Louis University

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

Paper ID #34977Work in Progress: A Conceptual Design Project for Civil EngineeringFreshmen to Enhance Their Entrepreneurial MindsetDr. J. Chris Carroll, Saint Louis University Dr. Carroll is an Associate Professor and the Civil Engineering Program Coordinator in Parks College of Engineering, Aviation and Technology at Saint Louis University. His experimental research interests focus on reinforced and prestressed concrete, while his engineering education research interests focus on experiential learning at both the university and K-12 levels. Dr. Carroll is also the chair of the American Concrete Institute’s

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Faculty Track - Technical Session I

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Michelle Kay Bothwell, Oregon State University; Padma Akkaraju, Oregon State University; Joseph McGuire, Oregon State University; Thuy T. Tran, Oregon State University; Andrea Zigler, Oregon State University

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Diversity, Faculty

, students, and staff that is increasingly more inclusive, collaborative, diverse, andcentered on student success. We are meeting this commitment in part through design andimplementation of new and revised practices for recruitment, professional development,mentoring, and advancement. But changing organizational culture is a large-scale undertaking. Inorder to build an organizational conscience for the college and secure its transformation into acommunity where all members feel welcome and engaged, “top-down” policy change must becomplemented by enlistment of change agents from every employment sector of the college. Forthis purpose, a 20-member Change Team — including a balance of tenure-track and professionalfaculty and classified staff — was

Conference Session

Applications of Online Computing

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jacques C. Richard, Texas A&M University; Logan N. Collins; Kristi J. Shryock, Texas A&M University; John D. Whitcomb, Texas A&M University; John Edward Angarita, Columbia University

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Computers in Education

needs to be tested in aclassroom and compared to a classroom that uses conventional textbooks to quantify eTextbookeffectiveness. Other evaluations and assessments would also need to be conducted. We need toensure that 1) we do not distract the student and negatively impact their education and 2) do notsacrifice a thorough understanding of the subject for a minor increase in physical intuition. Wealso want to eventually assess if such an eTextbook is complementing other efforts fortransforming undergraduate engineering education. Page 24.602.13Suggestions for technological developments/developersInteractive eBooks on a large scale can be looked

Conference Session

Ethics, Mindfulness, and Reform During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Shahrima Maharubin, Texas Tech University; Shamsul Arefeen, Texas Tech University; Ryan C. Campbell, Texas Tech University; Roman Taraban, Texas Tech University

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society

values. This can be facilitated by the course unbundling optionscreated by online teaching/learning repositories, as various learning tracks can be designed.Universities can employ competency-based programs on a large scale (e.g., four courses inmachine learning, six courses in creative writing) for students who require the necessary skills.The hybrid model has the potential to make education affordable to a large group of students.Note, however, that teaching hybrid courses requires hardware/technology not found in allclassrooms and creates considerable burden and overhead for instructors.Path 3: Full Online ModelMany high school students directly go to work at minimum wage and never get the opportunityto attain a residential college as they

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Minorities in Engineering Division Technical Session 7

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Michel A. Kornegay, Morgan State University; Md Tanvir Arafin, Morgan State University; Kevin Kornegay, Morgan State University

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

- tributed neuromorphic computing. Dr. Arafin’s work has been published in several top-tier peer-reviewed journals and conferences, such as IEEE Transactions on Very Large Scale Integration Systems (TVLSI), ACM International Conference on Computer-Aided Design (ICCAD), and Asia and South Pacific De- sign Automation Conference (ASP-DAC). He won the IEEE Asian Hardware Oriented Security and Trust Symposium (AsianHOST) best paper award in 2018. He was a recipient of the prestigious A. James Clerk School of Engineering fellowship (2012).Prof. Kevin Kornegay, Morgan State University Kevin T. Kornegay received the B.S. degree in electrical engineering from Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY, in 1985 and the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in

Conference Session

Best of DEED

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carl A. Reidsema PhD, The University of Queensland; Lydia Kavanagh, The University of Queensland; Lesley Jolly, Strategic Partnerships

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Design in Engineering Education

discipline. Within a course, integration must beachieved such that concepts are constructively aligned to the downstream artefacts ofmultiple hands-on design projects to avoid being interpreted as additional material to belearned but irrelevant to major assessment goals. A further challenge in an environment ofever-increasing class sizes is the development of an approach that allows for scale-up, yetalso ensures students actually achieve requisite theoretical knowledge, professional ability,and behavioural learning outcomes.A large scale (1200 students) Flipped Classroom (FC) second-semester first-year engineeringcompulsory course was designed, implemented, operated and evaluated at a leading research-intensive university in Australia over the past

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Teamwork

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

A Zachary Trimble, University of Hawaii at Manoa; Wayne A. Shiroma, University of Hawaii at Manoa; David Garmire, University of Hawaii at Manoa; Aaron T. Ohta, University of Hawaii at Manoa

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Diversity

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

sameproject over multiple years and with a familiar group of students. One of the challenges inrunning a VIP team is the multidisciplinary aspect. This paper discusses the challenges associatedwith transitioning traditionally discipline-siloed projects to multidisciplinary projects using VIPas the catalyst. Said another way, we describe the ongoing lessons learned of changing themindset of students (and faculty) from “you’re electrical engineering, I’m mechanicalengineering” to “we’re engineering”.In Fall 2015, the VIP Program at the University of Hawai‘i consisted of six VIP teams: threecomposed primarily of EE students, one composed of ME students, and two with a mix ofengineering students. The latter two teams are used as case studies to test our

Conference Session

Pre-College Engineering Education Division Poster Session

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mi Thant Mon (Thant) Soe, Drexel University; Robert Shultz, Drexel University; James M. Muscarella, Plymouth Whitemarsh High School; Jessica S. Ward, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.); Adam K. Fontecchio, Drexel University

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education

evaluate main project and Quick- 1Build submissions, we developed a rubric with categories spanning the steps in the engineeringdesign process. Accuracy, reliability, and ease of implementation were considered when designingthe rubric.Compared to other high school engineering programs that offer sequential engineering courses,our proposed curriculum is unique in that it offers students an opportunity to learn about differentengineering disciplines, teamwork, time management, project management, planning, execution,and evaluation via a project-based learning environment [12-13]. During the semester, studentssimultaneously work on long term and short

Conference Session

Sustainability

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Justin L. Hess, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Sarah Aileen Brownell, Rochester Institute of Technology; Alexander T. Dale, Engineers for a Sustainable World

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society, Multidisciplinary Engineering

Page 24.1257.2profession, especially those covering sustainability topics, contain several of the 10 aspects ofwickedness.3 The National Academy of Engineering’s Grand Challenges for Engineeringprovides one relevant large-scale list4 but more regional issues such as urban transportation orwater infrastructure pose similarly complex challenges due to local variations. These issues mayhave a variety of clear technical responses, but implementation requires social and politicalagreement that engineers have rarely addressed. With the added contemporary need forconsideration of depleting resources and global crises such as climate change – which has beendefined as a “super” wicked problem5 – novel approaches to engineering education that

Conference Session

ECCD Technical Session 4: Energy and Analysis

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Lisa Bosman, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Jennifer Brinker, Northeast Wisconsin Technical College; Kenneth Walz, Madison Area Technical College

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Diversity

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

in Wildpoldsried, thisshift in the ownership form is driven by a strong desire for energy independence and localcommunity engagement.Similarly, district heating systems are often run by German municipal utilities to benefit the localcommunity. This facilitates increased efficiency of power production using combined heat andpower (CHP) and large-scale thermal energy storage. Germany powers CHP units with fossilfuels (coal and natural gas), but increasingly these units are being converted to run with biomassand biogas fuel sources. The participants learned about district heating provided by renewablebiomass and biogas power plants in Freiburg and Wildpoldsried and were also able to visit alarge scale solar thermal seasonal energy storage