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Marcela Alexandra Mera Trujillo, West Virginia University; Yasser Alshehri, Yanbu Industrial College ; Dale G Dzielski MBA, CMA, PMP, SAFe 4 Agilist, West Virginia University; Katerina Goseva-Popstojanova, West Virginia University

ninety percent of learners stronglyagree or agree that the Learning Management System (LMS) is great for their engagement withother learners and the instructor. Additionally, the results expressed student satisfaction withonline admission, registration, and advising. The surveys identified that the impact of the onlineengineering graduate program in the case study on the learner included a job promotion andsalary increase for most of the survey participants.Keywords: Online Education, Software Engineering Education, Case Study Proceedings of the 2023 ASEE North Central Section Conference 1 Copyright © 2023, American Society for Engineering EducationINTRODUCTIONTechnology can significantly

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Shehla Arif, University of Mount Union

engineering education caters toone kind of learning needs3. A corollary is that students with learning needs differing from whatis conventionally catered to, leave engineering4. This work addresses the positive problem of 1 Proceedings of the 2023 ASEE North Central Section Conference Copyright © 2023, American Society for Engineering Educationsupporting diverse learners present in our classrooms as well as the negative problem ofwelcoming diverse learners that are absent from our classrooms. The goal is to adopt an inclusiveclassroom practice premised on a growth mindset5 that promotes belonging for a wide range

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Grant Heileman, Ohio Northern University

6Evaluation Metrics 7Potential Solutions 7Proposed Solution 8Manufacturing 10Conclusion 11References 12Problem DefinitionScopeThe purpose of this project is to design a cooler that can dispense drinks at any event, whileremaining easy to use for anyone. One of America’s favorite things to do during the hot summer days is have big campfiresand cookouts. To cool down, people need ice cold beverages kept in a cooler out where they arehanging out. For the 4th of July, the biggest day of cookouts for America, $1.6 billion is spent onbeer and wine alone [1]. Camping also necessitates the

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Spencer Miller, Gannon University Biomedical Engineering; Xiaoxu Ji, Gannon University; Davide Piovesan, Gannon University

for Flight Simulation Spencer Miller Davide Piovesan Xiaoxu Ji miller269@gannon.edu piovesan001@gannon.edu ji001@gannon.edu Erie, PA, USA Erie, PA, USA Erie, PA, USA1. Introduction Flight simulation is a growing topic that has gained interest over the past 20 years due tothe reduced risk during pilot training and advancements in technology [1, 2]. The flight simulatorhas been efficiently used to prevent accidents before the pilot has started operating a real aircraftdue to the safety and accuracy of the simulation [3-5]. In the year 2000 there were 49 planeaccidents recorded by US airlines, this number has since

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Jonathon Fagert P.E., Baldwin Wallace University; Jacqueline Rodriguez M.Ed., Baldwin Wallace University

Baldwin Wallace University Berea, OH 44017 Berea, OH 44017 Email: jfagert@bw.edu Email: jarodrig@bw.eduIntroductionUniversities have become increasingly aware of the importance of the mental health and well-being of students, particularly undergraduate students, in the past decade. Results from theAmerican College Health Association (ACHA) National College Health Assessment indicatethat an overwhelming majority of responders experience “moderate” to “serious” psychologicaldistress and describe their levels of stress as “moderate” to “high” 1-2. The COVID-19 pandemichas worsened conditions for many students, where the ACHA assessments from Fall 2019 toSpring

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Seyed Mohammad Seyed Ardakani, Ohio Northern University; Grace Hattery, Ohio Northern University

withconnected members. The previous research on Frames and Machines is limited in the literature.Prins [1] believed that students need to understand different parts in an assembled object,understand where the parts are connected, and how the object moves [1]. He created labactivities using different sizes of bolt cutters and asked students to perform a force analysis. Thisenabled students to predict and see how different parts of the model work together. Prins foundthat this is the best method for students to enhance their understanding of a typical machineproblem. The researcher reported that following the activities, more than 80% of students wereconfident in applying their Frames and Machines analysis abilities to real objects [1].Ramming and

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Todd R Hamrick, West Virginia University

. Students usually report a highdegree of student satisfaction with online courses. Literature reports that online course deliveryallows more time flexibility, which permits students to take the courses online that they may nototherwise be able to take. [1], [2], [3]Earlier online delivery was often a straight adaptation of existing courses. Many providedidentical materials and assessments as face to face instruction. Online students were supportedwith limited distance learning support, such as discussion boards and frequent email. [2], [4], [5]Students tend to produce statistically better results in online and blended courses across all agesand disciplines. As online delivery became more common, courses were more intentionallydeveloped or revised

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Austin Maverick La Mothe, School of Engineering, Eastern Michigan University; Qin Hu, Eastern Michigan University

. She is currently an associate professor in the School of Engineering at Eastern Michigan University. Her main research interests have been in the area of numerical biophysics, therapeutic applications of electromagnetic fields, software engineering & development, and artificial intelligence. She has published numerous journal articles, conference papers and book chapters on her research. Proceedings of the 2023 ASEE North Central Section Conference Copyright © 2023, American Society for Engineering Education 1 Design and Implementation of a SEPIC Topology DC-DC Converter

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Osama Salim Mr, School of engineering , Eastern Michigan University; Qin Hu, Eastern Michigan University; David T DeLisle, The Ohio State University; Timothy Bonk; Hermann Stef Fokou Chendjou; suleyman abdirahman

RGB cameras is not visible to the TIC.A new geometric calibration method of a thermal imaging camera is discussed, tested andvalidated in this study. Physical prototypes of thermoelectric cooled and heated pads are utilizedto better calibrate the FLIR/LiDAR sensor system. Python was used to develop the calibrationalgorithms. A depth measurement with the LiDAR/thermal camera was conducted to determinethe distance of a pedestrian. This study also overviews the challenges and design constraintsencountered.1. Introduction1.1 Statement of PurposeThe goal of the project is to create a calibration solution for the sensor fusion of LiDAR andthermal imaging sensors so a vehicle equipped with this system can have better autonomousobstacle avoidance

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Haroon Malik, Marshall University; David A Dampier, Marshall University

many students lack the necessary data science knowledge.To address this issue, there is a need to design big data systems curricula or courses to equipstudents with the skills and knowledge needed to work with large-scale data sets and solve real-world problems. This Work in Progress (WIP) aims to share the experience of designing a big dataanalytics course for undergraduate students, including design principles, course content, teachingmethods, challenges, and successes. It contributes to the field of big data analytics by designing acourse for undergraduate students and sharing insights into best practices for teaching big dataanalytics, serving as a resource for other instructors and institutions.1. INTRODUCTIONAs the availability of data

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Emily Spayde, West Virginia University; Robin A.M. Hensel, West Virginia University; Dustin Spayde

in, and what changes arenecessary for the maker space to help provide the program’s required level of hands-on experience.IntroductionExperiential learning has been studied extensively for over 40 years. Burch et al. [1] performeda meta-analysis of studies about the relationship between experiential learning and learningoutcomes and found over 13,000 journal articles, conference proceedings, dissertations, andtheses on the subject. Of the over 13,000 studies, they were able to find 89 studies that hadempirical data and experimental and control groups which they used to perform a meta-analysis.Proceedings of the 2023 ASEE North Central Section Conference Copyright © 2023, American Society for 1Engineering EducationThey found that

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Haylee Haik, Eastern Michigan University, College of Engineering and Technology; Jennifer Meng; Qin Hu, School of Engineering, Eastern Michigan University

developed to continuouslyrefine the accuracy of the focus monitoring system for individual users as more data is collected.1. IntroductionStudies have shown that selective attention can be negatively affected by scrolling on social media(even after 12 minutes of use), making it more difficult for the brain to focus on a task for extendedperiods of time [1]. This distraction can interfere with many aspects of life, such as learning in aclassroom setting or driving for long periods, which may put an individual at higher risk of makingerrors in these daily tasks. A smart warning system that alerts a user when they lose focus on atask may help the user regain concentration and prevent or reduce the occurrence of errors.EEG is a technology that utilizes

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Matthew Cavalli, Western Michigan University; Anetra Grice, Western Michigan University

alumni. Each mentor wastentatively assigned 1-3 student protégés.Expectations for the program were incorporated into virtual training sessions for both alumni andprotégés. The training made clear that the program was intended to be protégé-driven, withmentors providing guidance and input but students having the responsibility for steering theconversation and deciding on appropriate discussion topics. Protégés and mentors were expectedto communicate at least twice per month with at least one of the meetings being in-person (if thementor was local) or via Zoom, Webex, Skype, etc. if in-person meetings were notgeographically feasible. Agendas for each meeting would be constructed by the protégé andcirculated to their mentor at least two days prior

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2023 ASEE North Central Section Conference

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Caleb Edward Scheideger, Ohio Northern University ; Guang Yang; Hui Shen, Ohio Northern University; Kyler Pang

distributions. This work sheds light on potentialfuture clinical trials to improve the procedures.Keywords: Syndactyly; finite element analysis; dorsal flapIntroductionSyndactyly, one of the most common congenital malformations of the hand, is a result of a failedseparation of adjacent digits. Based on the extent of skin and bone that are involved, syndactylyis classified into simple and complex types; based on how far the fusing of digits or webbingspans down the fingers, syndactyly is classified into incomplete and complete types.1 For anytype of syndactyly, reconstructive surgery would be needed to separate the digital skin,reconstruct the web space between fingers, and cover the separated digits with soft tissues.2 Forthe second step, web

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Martin Dunlap, West Virginia University

,Jane and Grace would be able to catalogue and prepare items for display, but they simply don’thave the time to do both jobs. Our timeline has since been pushed back an entire calendar yearto allow for the hiring of another AmeriCorps volunteer whose job it will be to get the collectionready to be displayed.BackgroundHere’s the sum-total of what we know about Harry Outen Cole if we just search his full name onthe open web.1) There is an entry on the web page of the West Virginia & Regional History Center(WVRHC.) It reads in its entirety:Papers of Harry Outen Cole (1874-1950), a Morgantown, West Virginia engineer who was withthe Pacific Division of the Panama Canal, 1908-1912. In addition to correspondence there arereports, speeches

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2023 ASEE North Central Section Conference

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Ammar Alzarrad, Marshall University; Sudipta chowdhury, Marshall University; Fernanda Delduque

motivated to continue learning inside and outside the classroom. Although STEM is nota settled curriculum, neither aims to take the place of the national curriculum parameters, STEMhas the intention of providing flexible and enriching learning through practical and playfulresources, encouraging both teachers and students throughout the process of making teaching andlearning fun and rewarding activities for a long-term advantage 1. It is important for the teacher to be the mediator of the STEM pedagogical proposal. Theway of teaching integrates the areas of knowledge and allows the student to use them forconnections when solving daily problems. Advising on the format of classes, providing training,Proceedings of the 2023 ASEE North Central

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Caleb D Holloway, West Virginia University Institute of Technology

. Proceedings of the 2023 ASEE North Central Section Conference Copyright © 2023, American Society for Engineering Education 1Traditional ways of teaching the definite integral are at least partly to blame. Often Riemannsums are not taught, or are underemphasized.2,6 The area-under-the-curve conception is typicallyforegrounded in approaches to the definite integral, though often with little or no motivation. Asdiscussed above, this conception is useful as an interpretation of a definite integral understoodquantitatively in a problem’s context; it is less useful as a basis for building that quantitativeunderstanding. Tallman et. al., in a study of 254 Calculus 1 final exams from across the UnitedStates, found

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Nicholas A Baine P.E., Grand Valley State University

. School of Engineering Grand Valley State University Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Email: bainen@gvsu.eduIntroductionWhy are there not more engineering students studying abroad? Study abroad programs have beenaround for a long time, yet most students do not choose to take part in them with only 1 in 10U.S. college students decide to study abroad [1]. Such programs are far more popular withstudents studying business or other STEM majors.Engineering changes the world. Engineers have the ability to solve problems within the world aswell as unintentionally cause them. That is why it is essential for engineering graduates to have asense of the effect of

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John K. Estell, Ohio Northern University; Stephany Coffman-Wolph, Ohio Northern University

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Ada, Ohio 45810 Email: j-estell@onu.edu, s-coffman-wolph@onu.eduIntroductionFemale representation has been - and continues to be - an issue within computing, includingcomputer gaming. It spans the gamut from exclusion via being forced to play the role of a maleprotagonist,1 to a “surface equity” where women are present but their gender is notacknowledged,2 to where women are objectified in a hypersexualized manner. 3 Even softwarethat at first glance appears benign can have underlying issues. As an example, for over 50 yearsThe Oregon Trail computer game4 has been used in social studies classrooms across the UnitedStates to teach about Westward Expansion, allowing students to outfit a wagon for a 2000-miletrek where

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Dylan Marcus Tobey, University of Pittsburgh; Tony Lee Kerzmann, University of Pittsburgh; Veronica Roth; David V.P. Sanchez, University of Pittsburgh

-on undergraduate research, and how the interdisciplinary nature of theresearch team increased the educational value of the experience.IntroductionAgrivoltaics is a system in which crops and/or livestock share the same land space with aphotovoltaic array, allowing for renewable energy production and agriculture to coexist whilereducing overall land use [1]. Due to the essential production of food and energy, agrivoltaic farmshave the potential to be a key component to the clean, renewable energy transition which iscurrently underway throughout the world.As the global population continues to grow, increases in the production of both renewable energyand agricultural products will be needed, but these two needs will be in conflict over limited

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2023 ASEE North Central Section Conference

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Leslie Hopkinson, West Virginia University

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are described below.Course learning outcomesCourse learning outcomes supported ABET student outcomes related to communication andethical and professional responsibilities. Specifically, students that successfully complete thecourse will be able to: 1. Discuss influential women engineers and their contributions to engineering and technological accomplishmentsProceedings of the 2023 ASEE North Central Section ConferenceCopyright © 2023, American Society for Engineering Education 1 2. Identify and discuss barriers that result in gender inequality in the engineering and technology workforce 3. Apply professional development skills to move into and to sustain in a diverse engineering

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Grace Hanna, University of Detroit Mercy, College of Engineering & Science Department of Electrical & Computer Enginnering ; Nicholas Ibegbu; Allison Sherman; Nate Boyar, University of Detroit Mercy, College of Engineering and Science Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering; Nathan Garay, University of Detroit Mercy, College of Engineering & Science, Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering; Nassif E Rayess, University of Detroit Mercy

Electrical & Com-puter Engineering Nate is a Senior Computer Science and future graduate student in the Master’s of Software Engineering program at the University of Detroit Mercy. He has ˜1 year of professional experience at automotive suppliers and strives to work for an OEM post-graduation. His areas of interest include autonomous vehicles, embedded systems, and artificial intelligence.Nathan Garay, University of Detroit Mercy, College of Engineering & Science, Department of Electrical &Computer Engineering Nathan is a computer science student in his fourth year at the University of Detroit Mercy pursuing a master’s in software engineering.Dr. Nassif E Rayess, University of Detroit Mercy Nassif Rayess is

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Tarek Rafic Farhat, West Virginia University Institute of Technology; Hasan El Rifai; Rana Mouhamad Jisr

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(Lecture/Lab), Penn State University, Fayette, USA 6/2015 –8/2016 Chemistry Faculty (Lecture/Lab), Southwest Tennessee Community College, Memphis, USA 5/2007–10/2016 Technical Consultancy (Project and Technology Development), Industrial 8/2005– 8/2011 University of Memphis, Memphis, TN Assistant Professor, Analytical/Materials/Inorganic Chem- istry 1/2003-7/2005 Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA Postdoctoral Research Asso- ciate 8/1999-12/2002 Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL Research Assistant, Chemistry/Analytical MaterialsHasan El RifaiRana Mouhamad Jisr ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 A Colligative Property Experiment using the Solvent

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2023 Fall Mid Atlantic Conference: Meeting our students where they are and getting them where they need to be

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Guozhen Tony An, Queensborough Community College; Dugwon Seo; David Mannes, City University of New York, Queensborough Community College; Raymond K.F. Lam, City University of New York, Queensborough Community College

hands-on job training. It often is apaid job where students learn knowledge while they gain practical experiences. Alongside on-the-job training, apprentices spend part of their working hours completing classroom-basedlearning with a college, university, or training provider which leads to a nationally recognizedqualification or certification [1]. Apprenticeships, which incorporate real-world situations intothe learning process, are seeing a resurgence within the context of higher education [1-2].The goal of the apprenticeship is to provide practical training to students in such a way that theycan find full-time employment after college. For the last two years, the New York Jobs CEOCouncil has offered an apprenticeship program that has provided

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Vibhavari Vempala, University of Michigan; Emily Buten, University of Michigan; Joi-lynn Mondisa, University of Michigan

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

compared the mentors’self-rated competencies with the ratings provided by the mentees to identify differences acrossdemographics. Preliminary findings identify differences in the mentoring competencies ofmentors from the perspective of both mentors and mentees. Recommendations for research andpractice are also presented.1. IntroductionDespite various efforts to broaden participation, historically marginalized students (Black,Hispanic/Latinx, and American Indian/Alaskan Native identifying people) and women continueto be underrepresented in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) fields andcareers. For example, women continue to receive less than 30% of engineering degrees, 35% ofcomputer science degrees, and 25% of physics degrees at all

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Equity, Culture & Social Justice in Education Division (EQUITY) Technical Session 6

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Meaghan Pearson, University of Michigan; Prateek Shekhar, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Jacqueline Handley, University of Michigan; Joi-Lynn Mondisa, University of Michigan

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

education programming to innovate their fields.IntroductionIn the United States, national calls have emerged for expanding the science, technology,engineering, and mathematics (STEM) workforce [1]. Government officials suggest that anincrease in the number of STEM professionals and innovations is important for meeting risingsocial, economic, and environmental concerns across the country [2], [3]. One approach forSTEM workforce development is the launch of STEM entrepreneurship education programming.STEM entrepreneurial education programs (EEPs) promote and support university faculty,students and administrators in their transformation of STEM research into marketable products[4]–[8]. Since their emergence in the late 20th century, STEM EEPs have

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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Jingfeng Wu, University of Michigan; Shannon M. Clancy, University of Michigan; Erika Mosyjowski, University of Michigan; Shanna R. Daly, University of Michigan; Lisa R. Lattuca, University of Michigan; Joi-Lynn Mondisa, University of Michigan

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, and students encounter limited opportunities to engage in social aspects ofengineering in undergraduate programs [1], [2]. Research has shown that the perception ofengineering as a “technical-only” field can alienate students who hold beliefs in communal goals,which rely on social knowledge and skills, even if they achieve excellent academic performancein their engineering coursework [3], [4]. Such research findings point to the need for developinggreater understanding of the types of skills and practices that could potentially draw students toparticular disciplines within engineering.Thus, our research focused on understanding aspects of engineering practice that first yearmechanical engineering students described as important to their

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2023 Fall Mid Atlantic Conference: Meeting our students where they are and getting them where they need to be

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Sakhi Aggrawal, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Kevin C. Dittman, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)

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become increasingly significant. Engineering projects are oftencomplex, expensive, and high-stakes, requiring a solid grasp of skills not typically covered in anengineer’s bachelor’s or associate’s education [1]. Project management provides the frameworkand tools necessary to turn ambitious visions into tangible reality. It empowers organizations toadapt, respond, and thrive amidst challenges and opportunities [2]. Project managementeducation provides engineers with the ability to optimize resource allocation, meet customerexpectations, adapt to market changes, mitigate risks, and foster innovation [2, 3]. These skillsare essential for engineers to design and execute projects in an environment where requirementsare constantly changing [2].While

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED) Technical Session 9: Student Experiences in Laboratory Courses

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Heather Chenette, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Gregory T. Neumann, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Daniel Anastasio, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED)

study were:What are the perceived objectives and perceived learning experiences of students in our CHElab? To what extent do these experiences differ for students enrolled in the traditional courseand the revised course?Prior work explored student experiences in the laboratory by analyzing survey results from theSelf-Assessment and Direct Skills Test [1-4]. These assessments contained primarily close-endedquestions with some open-ended prompts. Distinct from prior work, the methodology for thiseffort followed the six phases for thematic analysis outlined by Braun and Clarke [5] and wasapplied using a phenomenological lens where the authors seek to describe different ways a groupof people (chemical engineering students) understand a phenomenon