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P.L.Stephan Thamban; Dani Fadda P.E.

students. Lecture-based courses can be function of time, after an initial “warm-up” it will reach asignificantly less engaging than inductive or project-based maximum around 10 minutes and from then it will startcourses, however, lectures continue to be necessary. For dropping steadily; that trend can be plotted as shown inthis reason, there is a deliberate effort to explore all Fig. 1 [4].avenues that aid retaining the student’s interest-level andcontent-assimilation while participating in long (50 to 75minute) lecture sessions. In this paper, we specifically discuss simplemethods (systemic pauses and group in-class assignments)that can be used in any lecture-based course. Thesemethods were

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Joseph A. Donndelinger

in Baylor’s Hankamer School of Business. However,1. Introduction engineering students may also satisfy this requirement byInstilling an Entrepreneurial Mindset in undergraduate taking Global Business Economics and Communicationstudents is a foundational goal of the Engineering programs (GBEC), an elective course offered by Baylor’s School ofat Baylor University, as reflected in the mission statement of Engineering and Computer Science. This course is intendedthe Mechanical Engineering Department: for engineering students with deeper interests in exploring value creation opportunities from

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Tariq Khraishi; Kristine Denman

How Does An Online Version of A Class Compares To An In-Class Version? Tariq Khraishi1, Kristine Denman2 University of New Mexico, Mechanical Engineering Department1, New Mexico Statistical Analysis Center2 1 University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM, 87131, USA E-mail: khraishi@unm.edu Abstract and non-completion rates were higher in the online classes than the face-to-face classes. Here, comparative data from the same course offeredusing two different methods: In

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Matthew Alexander

Challenges to Developing Professional Skills in Undergraduate Chemical Engineers at a Minority Serving University Matthew Alexander Department of Chemical and Natural Gas Engineering, Texas A&M University-Kingsville 700 University Blvd, MSC 193, Kingsville, Texas 78363, USA E-mail: matthew.alexander@tamuk.edu Abstract 1. Introduction Communication skills, recognition of the need for life- Undergraduate engineering students at a minority long learning

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Jitendra Tate; Craig Hanks; Harold Stern; Walt Trybula

challenges that arose during this project.We also hope to learn about faculty resources others 2. Ethics Infusion at Texas State, Part 1,have found most helpful in allowing faculty with Backgrounddiverse cultural and professional backgrounds to During the three years of our NSF-funded projecteffectively infuse ethics into technical courses. (#1242087, http://nsf-nue- nanotra.engineering.txstate.edu/home.html), we1. Introduction created, deployed, and evaluated curricula for onlineTexas State University, rare among public and face-to-face course modules taught as fulluniversities in the United

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Sarah Seraj; June Young Park; Michael Pieratt

Teaching Engineering Ethics in the Classroom through a Town Hall Meeting Activity Sarah Seraj1*, June Young Park1, Michael Pieratt2 1 Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin, 301 E Dean Keeton St, Stop C1700, Austin, TX 78712 2 General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., 14200 Kirkham Way, Poway, CA 92064 *E-mail: sarahseraj@utexas.eduAbstract nature of their projects, even a small mistake or misstep in Engineers often contribute to projects that impact many their work can endanger the health

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Roman Taraban; William M. Marcy; Mark S. LaCour; Dashiell Pashley; Klara Keim

(e.g., the, a, in, on) and pronouns (e.g., he,related programs like those described below, are based on she, they). In order to provide a more general description ofthe assumption that the words that a person uses reveal the concepts in a text, MEH converts words to lemmas.information about the person’s cognitions, motivations, This allows MEH to identify key concepts in the sample ofattitudes, and emotions. texts. LIWC has been tested in a large number of studies and There are several published studies in the researchwide range of contexts. As one example, Robinson, Navea, literature that apply MEH to qualitative, open-ended data.and Ickes [1] found that the

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Talal D. Gamadi; Bethany Disque; Marshal Watson; Lloyd Heinze

Effective Student Outcomes Assessment Plan Reform Strong Undergraduate Curriculum Plan Talal D. Gamadi, Bethany Disque, Marshal Watson, and Lloyd Heinze Texas Tech University/ Bob L. Herd Department of Petroleum Engineering 807 Boston Avenue, Box 43111, Lubbock, Texas, 79409, USA E-mail: talal.gamadi@ttu.edu Abstract  $1 million in undergraduate core and rheology The undergraduate curriculum committee from the Bob laboratories, replacing all undergraduate labL. Herd Department of Petroleum Engineering at Texas equipment.Tech University has made

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John Attia; Mahamadou tembely; Lisa Hobson; Pamela Obiomon

multiple courses in 1. Introduction the electrical and computer engineering curricula. It has been reported that persistence rate of engineeringstudents is relatively low. One of the reasons given bystudents for the low retention rate is the use of teaching 2. Experimental Centric Pedagogy inmethods that are not suitable for current populations of HBCUsstudents who learn and acquire new knowledge quite Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) is one of thedifferently from those of earlier generations, and students Historic Black College and University (HBCU) in thefinding learning environments that are

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Cynthia C. Fry; Steven P. Potter

recognize the need for professionals who are able to bridge theintegration of the two fields.”[1] In Baylor University’s School divide between the disciplines and “integrate computation andof Engineering & Computer Science, the Embedded Systems physicality for the bottom up,” using non-traditional designcourse in the Department of Computer Science, and the methods.[4],[5]Embedded Systems Design course in the Department ofElectrical and Computer Engineering have been offered In Baylor

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Viktor N_ssi; Ana Goulart

analyzers, vector signal generators,arbitrary waveform generators, and signal analyzers, which However, there are two practical challenges that professorswill help their engineering and/or research careers. face to keep the experiential learning relevant in their courses. One is to keep their wireless course – lecture and laboratory - up-to-date with current wireless technologies.1. Introduction The other is the cost of laboratory equipment, because higher frequency ranges mean higher costs. For example

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Yu-Fang Jin

. training design was illustrated in Figure 1.1. Introduction Critical thinking is defined as “the intellectuallydisciplined process of actively and skillfullyconceptualizing, applying, analyzing, synthesizing, and/orevaluating information gathered from, or generated by,observation, experience, reflection, reasoning, orcommunication, as a guide to belief and action.[1, 2]Different practice guidelines and resources have beenestablished and available for instructors to follow forcourse design and instruction.[3] However, recent reportshave illustrated the failure of improving critical thinking inhigher education.[4, 5] Such failure is partially due to themissing training modules specifically for critical thinkingskills in our higher education

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Hector A. Ochoa; Mukul V. Shirvaikar

A Survey of Digital Systems Curriculum and Pedagogy in Electrical and Computer Engineering Programs Hector A. Ochoa1 and Mukul V. Shirvaikar2 1 Stephen F. Austin State University 1936 North St, Nacogdoches, TX 75962 USA 2 University of Texas at Tyler 3900 University Blvd, Tyler, TX 75025 USA E-mail: ochoah@sfasu.edu, mshirvaikar@uttyler.edu Abstract “touch and feel” the

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Randall D. Manteufel; Amir Karimi

Tracking Student Success in Order to Assess the Instructor Effectiveness to Improve Student Retention and Graduation Rates Randall D. Manteufel & Amir Karimi University of Texas at San Antonio One UTSA Circle, San Antonio, TX 78249 USA E-mail: rmanteufel@utsa.edu Abstract class” and students select 1 through 5 with 1=poor to This paper explores the metric of follow-on student 5=excellent. The usefulness and potential biases of studentsuccess that can be considered when evaluating an surveys has long been

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Chaoyi Wang; Michael Frye; Sreerenjini Nair

culminating with a final presentation and skit. The camp was enriched by various project-based learning activities including environmental sustainability,1. Introduction biologically inspired robots, EV3 Lego Mindstorms robots,1.1 Overview of miniGEMS STEAM Camp control of robots, and computer programming. The miniGEMS is the first free camp in San Antonio for participants had opportunities to build and compete usingmiddle school girls in grades six to eight with a special

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Maura Borrego; Anita Patrick; Luis Martins; Meagan Kendall

A New Scale for Measuring Engineering Identity in Undergraduates Maura Borrego1, Anita Patrick2, Luis Martins3, and Meagan Kendall4 University of Texas at Austin 1 Mechanical Engineering, 2STEM Education, 3Management 204 E. Dean Keeton Street, Stop C2200, ETC II 5.160 Austin, Texas 78712-1591, USA E-mail: maura.borrego@austin.utexas.edu 4 The University of Texas at El Paso Department of Engineering Education and Leadership

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Margo Cousins; Brandi DeMont; Laura Suggs; Mia K. Markey

Coordinating Summer Undergraduate Research Programs for Expanding Diversity and Impact: Opportunities and Challenges Margo Cousins*, Brandi DeMont, Laura Suggs, Mia K. Markey The University of Texas at Austin Department of Biomedical Engineering 107 W. Dean Keeton St., Austin, Texas 78712 E-mail: margocousins@utexas.edu *presenting author Introduction 1. Challenges: Variability in Programs’ During summers 2015-2017, we operated a National Goals

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Matt Leonard; Joseph Morgan; Jeremy P. Coffelt

development of theDSTR robot as a collaborative design developed by theMobile Integrated Solutions Laboratory (MISL) at TexasA&M University and ASEP 4X4 Inc. Texas Instruments hasbeen a major partner in the integration of the controlelectronics, and Texas Space Technology Applications andResearch (T STAR) LLC has played a significant role in thepropagation of the DSTR robot as an adaptable appliedresearch/education/STEM outreach platform. The paper willpresent examples of the strong industry-academic Fig. 1 DSTR Computer Modelrelationships that allow the DSTR robot to be utilized in amultitude of experiential learning environments. In addition The DSTR Robot was designed by a number ofto a number of STEM

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Mia K. Markey; JoÜo Carlos Monteiro; Julie Stewart

Using Twitter to Support Students’ Design Thinking Mia K. Markey1*, João Carlos Monteiro2, Julie Stewart3 1 Biomedical Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin2 Institute for Systems and Computer Engineering, Technology and Science (INESC TEC), Porto 3 Faculty Innovation Center, The University of Texas at Austin 107 W. Dean Keeton BME 3.314 C0800, Austin TX 78712 E-mail: mia.markey@utexas.edu Abstract class was hosted at Faculdade de Engenharia da The goal of the short-term study abroad course

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Hyun Seop Lee; Y. D. Kim; Edwin Thomas

students are the global learners [1]. For both of plates which can cause moment at the tips of members.them, it is important to teach the related topics with different Therefore, the problem from the difference arises and theapproaches. However, to review all contents in a short time students need to set up the procedure to confirm that thisduration would be helpful to both. difference can be negligible. In the project, they set up four This study is the application of integrated structural analyses to compare each other: a theoretical method usinganalysis education including mechanics, an experiment, and pin joints, an experimental method using gusset plates, acomputational

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Rochelle Williams; Sherri Frizell; Felecia Nave; Audie Thompson

Using Experiential and Collaborative Learning to promote Careers in Engineering Rochelle Williams2, Sherri Frizell1, Felecia Nave1,2 and Audie Thompson1 1 Roy G. Perry College of Engineering, 2Academic Affairs, Prairie View A&M University 700 University Drive, Prairie View, TX, 77446, USA E-mail: akthompson@pvamu.edu, ssfrizell@pvamu.edu, rlwilliams@pvamu.edu, fmnave@pvamu.edu Abstract build core skills in math during the critical summer months This paper discusses the design of the Girls Accelerating [7].and Learning STEM (G.A.L.S.) one-week residential In an effort to increase the number of

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Julia N. Savoy; Mia K. Markey; H. Grady Rylander III

The Talking Points Tool: A Brief Intervention to Support Predoctoral Student and Faculty Advisor Communication Julia N. Savoy1, Mia K. Markey*2, H. Grady Rylander, III2 *Presenting Author 1 University of Wisconsin-Madison 1025 W. Johnson St., 570B Educational Sciences, Madison, WI, 53706, USA E-mail: julia.savoy@wisc.edu 2 The University of Texas at Austin 107 W. Dean Keeton, BME Building, Austin, TX, 78712, USA

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John R. Clegg; Kenneth R. Diller

problems4.participated in a challenge-based instruction biotransportcourse, offered by the UT Austin BME Department in an The GIM consists of three main components (Figure 1). In theaccelerated format, at the University of Cambridge. Students’ first, an initial considerations step, students dissect theattitudes toward, and aptitude for solving genuine and complex challenge prompt for important information, insights, andbiomedical problems were assessed throughout the semester directional

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Roman Taraban; William M. Marcy

and results from the first traditional pedagogical theory with cutting-edgeseveral months of implementation. A major purpose of this instructional and assessment technology. Our intentpaper is to make our colleagues aware of this website and is to internationalize the curriculum of this courseto encourage them to contribute featured articles related to and provide an interface for Texas Tech students toengineering ethics and professional practice. learn about and benefit from cultural differences associated with ethical thinking.1. Introduction The widespread availability of internet technology

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Steve E. Watkins; Nancy M. Ostin

Best Practices of Honor Societies Steve E. Watkins1 and Nancy M. Ostin2 1 Missouri University of Science and Technology Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, Rolla, Missouri 65409 USA 2 IEEE-Eta Kappa Nu (IEEE-HKN) 445 Hoes Lane, Piscataway, New Jersey 08854 USA E-mail: steve.e.watkins@ieee.org and n.ostin@ieee.org Abstract service learning initiatives, and general engagement for Academic honor societies are widely

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Hai-Chao Han; Hung-da Wan; Xiaodu Wang

expectations were used to determine the performance scoresrubrics or metrics to evaluate faculty on measures deemed using a linear interpolation equation of the upper and lowervery important for faculty and department success [1-3].Department chairs and/or review committees reviews expectation values:faculty performance based on evaluation rubrics to assign (X  LE) (1) Score  *1.49  2.0scores in the areas of teaching, research, and service and then (UE  LE)calculate the overall score based on faculty efforts in these

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Charlotte Stockton; Talal D. Gamadi; H. Emadi

evaluation plan are presented. to evaluate the students’ attainment of the graduate program outcomes:1. Introduction  M.Sc. Thesis: The Students’ ability to demonstrate advanced knowledge in a core area will be assessedThe Bob L. Herd Department of Petroleum Engineering at through responses indicated on the PetroleumTexas Tech University is uniquely located in the Permian Engineering Thesis Rubric completed

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Jorge Leon; Angie Hill Price; Mathew Kuttolamadom

for their programare currently offered in the nation and particularly in the objectives, structure and impact.state of Texas, and to reflect on their core learning Purdue University Northwest has offered a Master ofobjectives, structure, demand, demographics, and impact. Science in Technology since 2008 [1]. The program hasThe trends identified were discussed in light of assembling sub-disciplines including Mechanical Engineeringa Master of Science in Engineering Technology (MSET) Technology as an option for students. In a study reviewingdegree with a concentration in Manufacturing and the strengths of the program, Zahraee and Latif [2] notedMechanical Engineering Technology (MMET) within the

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Cheng Lin; Yuzhong Shen; Nathan Luetke; Mileta Tomovic

being developed in a distance- approaches, this paper presents the development of a virtuallearning format, questions about laboratories and their role laboratory which performs almost the same as the realin engineering education has become increasingly equipment for electrical wiring. As the images of theimportant1,2. Several approaches which were presented to equipment are very similar to (or look exactly the same as)resolve the issue are listed as following: the real equipment, students will be able to gain almost the1.1 Design Software [1-2] same hands-on experience as on-campus students. TheWhile DL students can have design experience and

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Hung-da Wan; Nihar Gupta

Designing Effective Simulation Games for Active Learning in Systems Engineering Hung-da Wan and Nihar GuptaCenter for Advanced Manufacturing and Lean Systems and Mechanical Engineering Department University of Texas at San Antonio 1 UTSA Circle, San Antonio, Texas 78249, USA E-mail: hungda.wan@utsa.edu, nihar_gupta11@yahoo.com Abstract question is raised here: How to design a simulation game Simulation games have been an effective method of that is effective and easy to implement?teaching, especially for Systems Engineering concepts. The