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Capstone Projects for Self-Efficacy, Skills, and Successful Careers

Conference Session: Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED) Technical Session 4
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Kimberly LeChasseur, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Fiona Levey, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Ahmet Can Sabuncu, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Alireza Ebadi, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; John McNeill, Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED)

fluids classes and advises capstone design projects. She employs active learning and project-based learning in her curriculum, using varied approaches for different levels, and correlating course design and teaching techniques to learning outcomes. Dr. Levey was awarded Best Professional Paper at the ASEE NE conference in 2020 for collaborative research related to identifying and addressing gaps in Math skills needed for courses at the sophomore level. She draws from her cross-functional team experience as a Metallurgical Engineer in applied research and development prior to moving into academia.Prof. Ahmet Can Sabuncu, Worcester Polytechnic Institute Dr. Sabuncu holds a Ph. D. in Aerospace Engineering from Old

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Design, Development, and Testing of a Wi-Fi Enabled Minirhizotron for Ag Farms

Conference Session: ET Capstone Design Projects
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Reg Recayi Pecen, Sam Houston State University; Emily Westerman; Junkun Ma, Sam Houston State University; Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University; Autumn Smith-Herron, Sam Houston State University
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

bill of materials (BOM) with the specific physical supply requirements are detailed inTable 1. All items listed are either present in the final project or, in the case of support material,necessary for production of the final product. Costs are estimated along the right side of thisBOM, and shipping is not included in this estimate. All tools and machines used are property ofthe Engineering Technology Department and are thus not counted in cost estimation.8. Student AssessmentThe senior design project presented in this paper is one of the 12 capstone projects completed inthe 2022-2023 academic year. The project included multidisciplinary students from Electronicsand Computer Engineering Technology and Mechanical Engineering Technology in

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Structural Analysis and Laboratory Model of a U-Shape Pedestrian Bridge

Conference Session: ET Capstone Design Projects
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Jorge Antonio Tito P.E., University of Houston, Downtown
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

work involving the structural analysis of the existing Clear CreekPedestrian Bridge, as well as the design, construction, and laboratory testing of a bamboo bridgemodel as part of the Project Capstone course. The existing bridge conveniently located near thecampus with easy access, comprises two pony trusses supporting the floor beams and concretedeck, forming a U-shaped cross-section, with dimensions of 130’-0” in length and 8’-0” in clearwidth. RFEM6® software is used for structural analysis and stability assessment, ensuringcompliance with applicable codes.The bamboo bridge model is designed and constructed using glued bamboo sticks for laboratorytesting under ultimate loads to observe buckling behavior. The model, resembling the ClearCreek

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Data Driven Methods for Improving Team Culture within Capstone Capstone Design

Collection: 2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference
Authors: Morgan Elaine Bartley, West Virginia University; Andrew C. Nix, West Virginia University; Brian D. Woerner, West Virginia University
Tagged Topics: Diversity

Woerner Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Email: mebartley@mail.wvu.edu, andrew.nix@mail.wvu.edu, brian.woerner@mail.wvu.eduAbstractThis paper outlines the West Virginia University (WVU) EcoCAR team's strategies for creatinga positive and inclusive team culture within the context of the EcoCAR Electric VehicleChallenge (EV), sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy, General Motors, and MathWorks.The EcoCAR EV Channels centers on the redesign of 2024 Cadillac Lyriq, and forms the basisof capstone design projects for approximately 70 students per year across the disciplines ofMechanical Engineering

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Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering Framework to Develop a Senior Capstone Design Project: A Biomedical Mechatronics Engineering Case Study

Collection: 2024 South East Section Meeting
Authors: Paul Forsberg; David A. Guerra-Zubiaga, Kennesaw State University; Fadi Hantouli; Amin Esmaeili, Kennesaw State University; Griselda Quiroz-Compean
Tagged Topics: Diversity

. Dr. Guerra-Zubiaga is associate editor (North America) for the International Journal of Computer Integrated Manufacturing since 2011. He has been a topic organizer for ASME-IMECE since 2017 at the advanced manufacturing track. Today Dr. Guerra-Zubiaga is an Associate Professor in the Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering Department at Kennesaw State University.Fadi HantouliAmin Esmaeili, Kennesaw State UniversityGriselda Quiroz-Compean ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering Framework to Develop a Multidisciplinary Senior Capstone Design Project: A Biomedical Mechatronics Engineering Case Study

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Work in Progress: Implementation of a Curricular Development Project for Experiential Learning in a Senior Capstone Product-Design Course

Conference Session: WIP: Student Success and Sustainability
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Chris Barr, University of Michigan; Taylor Ashley Dotto, University of Michigan; Joseph Gilbert Restivo, University of Michigan; Christina Said, University of Michigan; Rinrada Watchara, University of Michigan; Laura Hirshfield, University of Michigan; Elaine C Wisniewski, University of Michigan; Xiaoxia Nina Lin, University of Michigan
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Chemical Engineering Division (ChED)

Paper ID #41378Work in Progress: Implementation of a Curricular Development Project forExperiential Learning in a Senior Capstone Product-Design CourseDr. Chris Barr, University of Michigan Dr. Christopher Barr is the Instructional Laboratory Supervisor in the Chemical Engineering Department at University of Michigan. He obtained his Ph.D. at University of Toledo in 2013 and is a former Fellow in the N.S.F. GK-12 grant ”Graduate Teaching Fellows in STEM High School Education: An Environmental Science Learning Community at the Land-Lake Ecosystem Interface”. His main responsibilities are supervising and implementing

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Innovative Professional Master’s Capstone to Bridge the Gap Between Academia and Industry

Conference Session: College Industry Partnerships Division (CIP) Technical Session 1
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Nga Hin Ben Fong, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Patrick Brunese, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: College Industry Partnerships Division (CIP)

tospend millions of dollars for on-job training and rotational development program on their newlyhires. At the university level, there is always a challenge to implement the engineeringknowledge into industry practice and the real-life product and process applications.Traditionally, higher education institution in engineering introduced the experiential learningcurriculum via Senior Design Capstone Project with the local corporate partnership and theindustrial alumni network [1,2,3,4]. Industries value higher education institutions as the idealpartners to outsource their research and development activities and increase theircompetitiveness via the exchange of knowledge and technology. Meanwhile, their industrypartnerships represent a value-added

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Smart System Projects in Computer Engineering Program

Conference Session: Software Engineering Division (SWED) Technical Session #3
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Afsaneh Minaie, Utah Valley University; Reza Sanati-Mehrizy, Utah Valley University
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Software Engineering Division (SWED)

. His research focuses on diverse areas such as: D ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Smart System Projects in Computer Engineering ProgramAbstractThe purpose of capstone design project courses is to provide graduating senior students with theopportunity to demonstrate understanding of the concepts they have learned during their studiesand to apply their professional skills and knowledge in a single experience and prepare them forwork in industry. As with many computer science and engineering programs, students of thecomputer engineering program at Utah Valley University (UVU) conclude their degree programswith a semester capstone design experience. The intent is for students to utilize

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Progress Report on BE-TEC: An NSF S-STEM Project

Conference Session: Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT) Technical Session 7
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Afsaneh Minaie, Utah Valley University; Reza Sanati-Mehrizy, Utah Valley University
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT)

Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering,Computer Science, Computational Data Science, and Software Engineering. This paperpresents the progress report of this scholarship program and its impact on the institution, itsComputer Science and Engineering Programs, and the community. Also, it presents the effect ofthe high-impact practices in this program in retention of computer science and engineeringstudents. High-impact practices reported include Capstone Courses, Collaborative Projects,First-Year Experiences, Internships, Undergraduate Research, and Writing Intensive Courses.IntroductionThe National Science Foundation (NSF) established the Scholarships in STEM (S-STEM)program in accordance with the American Competitiveness and Workforce

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Multiyear Vertically Integrated Engineering Design Project: A Story of Student Success

Conference Session: ELOS Technical Session 3 - Diversity
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Nebojsa I. Jaksic, Colorado State University, Pueblo
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

all engineering projects consisting of conceptual designs,computer models, simulations, and physical implementations essential elements of learning. Forundergraduate engineering education, capstone projects are exceptionally important. Howe andGoldberg [3] analyze current practices, trends, and strategies. Furthermore, since this workaddresses a multiyear design project, the pedagogical value of project-based learning (PBL) as apart of experiential learning, is also well documented [4]-[6]. In addition, since students work inteams, some of the peer learning (PL) practices are implemented. PL is extensively addressed ineducation and psychology literature [7]-[11].Teams undertaking multiyear projects can be either replacing some members each

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Evaluating Project Management Skill Development in Engineering and Agricultural Curricula

Conference Session: Experiential Learning in ET Programs II
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Paul Davidson, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Travis Johnson, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Molly H. Goldstein, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Brandon Hollenback, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

Agricultural and Biological Engineering. Travis received his A.S. in Automotive Technology from Parkland College in 2012, B.S. in Technical Systems Management in 2019, and M.S. in Engineering Technology and Management for Agricultural Systems in 2022. During his M.S. studies, he focused his research on project management education in Engineering and Engineering Technology programs. Travis joined the ABE department full-time in January 2022 and has taught ETMA 439 (Capstone Experience), ETMA 499 (3D Modeling and Printing), and ETMA 100 (Technical Systems in Agriculture).Dr. Molly H. Goldstein, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign Dr. Molly H. Goldstein is a Teaching Assistant Professor and Product Design Lab Director

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Work in Progress: Project Teams’ Structure Impacting Students’ Professional Skill Development

Conference Session: Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 20
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Emily Buten, University of Michigan; Jack Boomer Perry, University of Michigan; Cindy Wheaton, University of Michigan; Aaron W. Johnson, University of Michigan
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

Proceedings, New Orleans, Louisiana: ASEE Conferences, Jun. 2016, p. 26629. doi: 10.18260/p.26629.[2] H. Chaibate, A. Hadek, S. Ajana, S. Bakkali, and K. Faraj, “A Comparative Study of the Engineering Soft Skills Required by Moroccan Job Market,” Int. J. High. Educ., vol. 9, no. 1, p. 142, Dec. 2019, doi: 10.5430/ijhe.v9n1p142.[3] M. S. Rao, “Enhancing employability in engineering and management students through soft skills,” Ind. Commer. Train., vol. 46, no. 1, pp. 42–48, Jan. 2014, doi: 10.1108/ICT-04-2013-0023.[4] J. Dawson and S. Kuchnicki, “Experiences Of Using Formula Sae As A Capstone Design Project,” in 2010 Annual Conference & Exposition Proceedings, Louisville, Kentucky: ASEE Conferences, Jun. 2010, p. 15.555.1

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An Iterative Design Approach in Biomedical Engineering Student Group Projects

Conference Session: Biomedical Engineering Division (BED) Technical Session 2
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: William D. Moscoso-Barrera, University of Texas at Austin; Huiliang Wang, University of Texas at Austin
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Biomedical Engineering Division (BED)

othersupporting scientific articles. Students defined design requirements, generated evolutionarysolutions through multiple iterations, and demonstrated the utility of scientific literature byapplying knowledge to enhance their designs. This approach facilitated a deeper exploration ofbiomedical technology, involving critical analysis and improvement of materials, methods, andmanufacturing techniques.Seventeen students participated in the project, divided into six groups, each assigned specifictopics related to wearable and implanted technologies. Over 14 weeks, students followed astructured process, making presentations associated with three design iterations, showcasing theirprogress, and receiving feedback from a teaching team consisting of the

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Providing Research Experience to Undergraduate Students in NASA Summer Bridge and Internship Programs

Conference Session: Project-Based and Experiential Learning in Manufacturing
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Akbar M. Eslami, Elizabeth City State University; Kuldeep S Rawat, Elizabeth City State University; Chandra Bhushan Asthana P.E., Elizabeth City State University; Scott Bradshaw, Elizabeth City State University
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Manufacturing Division (MFG)

Bridge and Internship ProgramsAbstractUndergraduate students need exposure, initiation, motivation, and guidance to develop anorientation toward research that will benefit them not only in their capstone projects but also intheir future careers. Elizabeth City State University (ECSU) made such an opportunity availableto the rising junior and senior students of the Engineering Technology program.Fifteen rising junior students were selected to participate in the summer bridge program, and fourrising junior and senior students were selected to participate in a summer internship program atthe Coast Guard's aircraft facility. The project's scope was to engage students in designing,prototyping, and fabricating Unmanned Aircraft Vehicles (UAVs) and

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Control System Design for a Small-Scale Radio Telescope: A Senior Design Project

Conference Session: Systems Engineering Topics
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Zachary Martin, Penn State University; Aaron Olsen, Penn State University; Kiana Karami, Penn State University
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Systems Engineering Division (SYS)

the involved faculty. The resulting radio telescope projectprovides university undergraduate students with the ability to learn the basics of radio astronomythrough the easily accessible small-scale radio telescope system.IntroductionThis project was developed as an extension of a collaborative project between studentengineering and astronomy clubs. The members of the capstone team took on the design of thecontrol system and coordination of the overall project. During the initial development of theproject, a system block diagram was established as shown in Figure 1. This block diagram givesan overview of the major components of a radio telescope system. It was divided into threemajor sections, which were then assigned to task teams. In this

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Enhancing STEM Degree Completion: A Framework for the Civil and Mechanical Engineering (CAM) Scholarship Project

Conference Session: MECH - Technical Session 14: Advanced Pedagogical Techniques
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Israd Hakim Jaafar, Utah Valley University; Matthew J Jensen, Utah Valley University; Sean Tolman P.E., Utah Valley University; Amanda C Bordelon, Utah Valley University; Bennington J Willardson, Utah Valley University; Janis P Raje
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

, and support ofdesign competitions; provide tutoring for key 2nd year-level engineering mechanics corecourses.IV. Professional Preparation to Meet Regional Job Demand. Support robust, accreditedcurricular preparation with guest speakers and industry field trips conducted jointly with thelocal American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and American Society of MechanicalEngineers (ASME) chapters, Career and Internship Center hosted workshops, internshipcoordination and professional network connections, and conference participation andpresentation.V. High Impact Practices. Engage students in evidence-based, high-impact learning activities(both curricular and co-curricular) including capstone projects, internships, collaborativeprojects, and E

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The Engineering Design Process: An introduction to Engineering Students using the Tower Bridge Project

Collection: 2024 South East Section Meeting
Authors: Felix Ewere, North Carolina State University at Raleigh
Tagged Topics: Diversity

finishedprototypes.KeywordsTower Bridge, Engineering Design, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical EngineeringIntroductionDesign, in its nature is a multidisciplinary pursuit, is difficult to teach and most collegeundergraduate engineering programs defer the offering of any full-blown design course until thesenior year, often as a capstone course [1]. These capstone courses provide students theopportunity to work on real-world engineering projects. Usually, these design projects are openended and tackled in student teams [2]. Many educators are starting to realize that emphasizingdesign early in the engineering program provides certain benefits for the professional formationof the undergraduate engineer. Nowadays, it is common to see a design project moduleintegrated in the

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Work-In-Progress (WIP): Exploring STEM Undergraduate Research Skills Development in Interdisciplinary Projects

Conference Session: Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 8
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Abdulrahman Alsharif, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; David Gray, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; David B Knight, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Isil Anakok, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI)

]. UREs come in many modalities, such as traditional faculty-student collaborations, project-basedinitiatives, community-based projects, capstone projects, internships, co-ops, course-based undergraduateresearch experiences, international research opportunities, and programs like Vertically IntegratedProjects (VIP). These initiatives provide students with versatile chances to participate in hands-onexperiences, acquire methodological expertise, and make meaningful contributions to advancingknowledge in their respective disciplines. [1], [4], [5]. Moreover, the scholarly literature reveals thatparticipation in UREs yields substantial benefits for students pursuing STEM careers. Research findingsshow that UREs can lead to a better understanding of

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An Exploration of Conflict Asymmetry in a First-Year Engineering Design Project Team

Conference Session: Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) - Engineering Design and First-Year Education
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Victoria Kerr, University of Toronto; Emily Moore P.Eng., University of Toronto; Patricia Kristine Sheridan, University of Toronto
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

literature on conflict in engineering student project teams which found conflictin capstone design teams around design decisions, workload imbalances, and personalityconflicts [14]. The students described both process and relationship conflicts within their projectteam. From our limited research, it does not appear that there is a clear relationship betweenconflict (a)symmetry and conflict type. Future research should be conducted to explore thisfurther. It should be noted that all of these conflicts were generally low intensity and no majorissues (such as a complete lack of participation from one or more team members) were present.The students felt that they were able to manage these conflicts within the team and did notattempt to utilize the

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[Traditional Research Paper] Engaging Students in Hands-On Experiences through Neighborhood Revitalization Projects

Conference Session: Engineering Empowered Communities: Place-Based Community Engaged Learning
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Paula Alvarez Pino, University of Alabama, Birmingham; Fouad H. Fouad, University of Alabama, Birmingham; Andrew J. Sullivan, University of Alabama, Birmingham; Mona N Fouad, University of Alabama, Birmingham
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Community Engagement Division (COMMENG)

participated in our neighborhood revitalization program. Students can beinvolved through various avenues, including internships, capstone projects, thesis projects, andby registering in a civil engineering elective course titled “Principles of SustainableDevelopment”. Regardless of the pathway chosen, it's essential to provide students withmentorship, guidance, and support throughout their involvement in the program. Faculty mentorsoffer supervision, feedback, and resources to help students navigate their roles and maximizetheir impact on community projects.To successfully engage students in this initiative, we established a program with the followingsteps: 1. Develop Student Projects: Identify specific tasks for each project where students can

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An Investigation of Psychological Safety in Student-Led Undergraduate Engineering Design Projects through Student Interviews

Conference Session: Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) - Empathy, Psychological Safety, and Leadership in Engineering Design
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Tara Esfahani, University of California, Irvine; Isra Malabeh, University of California, Irvine; Mark E. Walter, University of California, Irvine; David A. Copp, University of California, Irvine
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

Paper ID #43938An Investigation of Psychological Safety in Student-Led Undergraduate EngineeringDesign Projects through Student InterviewsTara Esfahani, University of California, IrvineIsra Malabeh, University of California, IrvineDr. Mark E. Walter, University of California, Irvine Dr. Walter received his PhD in Applied Mechanics from Caltech. He spent a year as a Fulbright Postdoctoral Fellow doing materials science research at the Universitaet Karlsruhe. He joined the Ohio State University in January of 1997 and spent 17 years theDr. David A. Copp, University of California, Irvine David A. Copp received the B.S. degree in

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Exploring Equity and Resilience Perceptions of Marginalized Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) Students in Infrastructure Projects

Conference Session: Empowering Marginalized Voices in STEM: Perspectives and Initiatives
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Rubaya Rahat, Florida International University; Mohamed ElZomor P.E., Florida International University
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

Paper ID #42243Exploring Equity and Resilience Perceptions of Marginalized Architecture,Engineering, and Construction (AEC) Students in Infrastructure ProjectsMiss Rubaya Rahat, Florida International University Rubaya Rahat grew up in Bangladesh, where she pursued her Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering at the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET). After graduating she worked for two years in a construction management company in Dhaka, Bangladesh. She was involved in various residential and infrastructure projects. Rubaya now is a Ph.D. student at Department of Civil and Environmental

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Addressing Societal Challenges through Graduate-level Community-engaged Design Projects (Traditional Research Paper)

Conference Session: Empowering Students and Strengthening Community Relationships
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Samuel A Acuña, George Mason University; Nathalia Peixoto, George Mason University; Holly Matto, George Mason University; Siddhartha Sikdar, George Mason University
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Community Engagement Division (COMMENG)

teachingsocial scientists to think like engineers, which will better prepare all of them to develop solutionsfor major societal problems.Community-engaged design projectsThe integrative capstone experience is the yearlong design project, where multidisciplinaryteams work together with community partners on problems at the intersection of health, society,and technology (Fig. 2). Teams are composed of 4-5 graduate students from different disciplinesand local community partners invested in solving big societal challenges. Graduate students areimmersed within community settings, challenging the traditional hierarchies between researchersand participants by engaging community stakeholders as full participants in the research process[10]. Over the year, these

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Characterizing Teamwork Dynamics and Computational Model-Based Reasoning in Biomedical Engineering Projects

Conference Session: Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 29
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Abasiafak Ndifreke Udosen, Purdue University ; Alejandra J. Magana, Purdue University ; Elsje Pienaar, Purdue University
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

University of Nigeria, Nigeria and the University of Cape Town, South Africa. Currently, His research focus is in the field of Computing and Engineering Education where he is involved with investigating team-based computational projects using qualitative, quantitative, and artificial intelligence-based tools. He is also involved with developing and redesigning a Team-Based transdisciplinary graduate course under the Purdue University EMBRIO Innovation Hub Grant project, where He has contributed by applying computational fluid dynamics methods in the development of partial differential equation (PDE) models to implement cell cytokinesis. His ongoing Ph.D. research broadly investigates teamwork interactions and

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Augmenting Introductory Engineering Courses to Include a Collaborative Learning by Design Project: Assessment of Outcomes

Conference Session: First-Year Programs Division Technical Session 6: Equity, Inclusion, and Access
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: David Hicks, Texas A&M University, Kingsville ; Michael Preuss, Exquiri Consulting, LLC; Matthew Lucian Alexander P.E., Texas A&M University, Kingsville; Rajashekar Reddy Mogiligidda, Texas A&M University, Kingsville; Mahesh Hosur, Texas A&M University, Kingsville
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: First-Year Programs Division (FYP)

engineering students are required to complete a one- or two-semesterlong capstone course sequence that emphasizes integration of concepts and material fromprevious classes in the completion of a substantial design project. Education researchers havealso recognized the potential benefits design experiences can offer at earlier stages of anengineering curriculum, including introductory level courses [24, 35]. An important benefit ishelping to make clear to students at an early stage the importance of and linkage between thesupporting math and science courses they are required to take and the engineering field whichthey have chosen to study [10, 25, 32]. Design experiences completed early in the engineeringcurriculum can also make technical course

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A Multi-institution Design Project on Sustainable Cities: The Sustainability and Social Entrepreneurship Fellowship

Conference Session: Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 7
Collection: 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors: Christopher Rennick, University of Waterloo; Nadine Ibrahim, University of Waterloo; Gordon Krauss, Harvey Mudd College
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI)

Paper ID #41521A Multi-institution Design Project on Sustainable Cities: The Sustainabilityand Social Entrepreneurship FellowshipMr. Christopher Rennick, University of Waterloo Mr. Christopher Rennick received his B.A.Sc., Honours Electrical Engineering in 2007 and his M.A.Sc. in Electrical Engineering in 2009, both from the University of Windsor, in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Chris is the Engineering Educational Developer in the Pearl Sullivan Engineering Ideas Clinic at the University of Waterloo, where he focuses on implementing hands-on, real-world design experiences across Waterloo’s engineering programs. Chris is