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Peter Mark Jansson, Bucknell University

majors. Projects ranged from printed circuit board designs for amission control panel for a local children’s museum to developing/running a virtual poster sessionplatform for Bucknell University’s annual River Symposium. In each instance, the senior ECE consultantwas charged with meeting with their clients to identify their technical needs and then to negotiate areasonable scope of work (given the 20/40 hour engineering time constraint). After agreeing on projectscope they were charged with creating a project plan, list of deliverables/milestones and a Gantt chartschedule. Clients ranged from professors and staff of the university to community partners. It was animportant aspect of the project that students would begin to take stock of what

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Jennie Perey Saxe, University of Delaware

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advance a model of patientcentered care, and a similar focus on engagement and public welfare has also been recommendedfor educating engineers [10], [12], [13].The course described in this paper is a new course developed specifically to fill gaps thatcurrently exist between two required courses – technical writing, taught from an Englishdepartment, and public speaking, taught from a communication department – in the University ofDelaware civil engineering curriculum. The topics selected for this course have been identifiedfor civil engineering students who will work with a range of stakeholders (clients, co-workers,municipal governments, regulators, community members, and more) likely to be interested intheir projects. Through these course topics

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Dimitrios Stroumbakis PE, City University of New York, Queensborough Community College

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delivery of content in each different course. However, choosing the best course for thismodular approach can be difficult and one has to consider the compatibility of goals and outcomes for awell-suited match. For our beta-trial, we chose an Introduction to Engineering course as our point ofentry. This course was well match of our purpose due its diverse student major and multiple sectionavailability.Project Management Lecture ModuleOur Project management modules used a student-centric, backward-design curriculum.To impact our students and keep them heavily engage--- Technology-centric PIT successes and projectsstellar project management efforts are showcased to drill home the powerful impact of PIT. Followingeach “new clipping” our lecture series

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Amy Voss Farris, Pennsylvania State University; Anna Eunji Kim, Pennsylvania State University; Junde Li; Swaroop Ghosh, Pennsylvania State University

development of technologies. Technology uses and limitations, in turn, impact society.This creates a largely unexplored opportunity––one in which quantum computing can beintroduced to young students through project-based learning units in which the driving questionand ways of making sense of that question are driven by real-world engineering applications ofquantum computing. The NGSS specify integration of “three dimensions” of science learning:(1) disciplinary core ideas, (2) science and engineering practices, and (3) crosscutting ideas thatspan across scientific disciplines (e.g., structure and function). Instruction should thereforesupport students to work on design solutions to interdisciplinary problems that engage them inauthentic science and

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Albert Lozano-Nieto, Pennsylvania State University, Wilkes-Barre Campus

signals 15 Capacitor Charge/Discharge Verify concepts from lecture Different trigger modes in DSO to capture signalsNew and High-impact experimental workIn order to increase the level of creativity needed to fully engage students in the EE/EET fieldsince day one, the author has developed a series of additional activities and. Some of theseactivities can be easily incorporated in the already existing traditional experiments while someothers will require their own dedicated time. It is important to clarify to the students that theywill not fully understand all the parts and processes that are part of the experiments and theirmain

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Aaron P. Wemhoff, Villanova University

, grammatical Use less text and have more audience mistakes on slides, presentation based engagement on opinions rather than facts 5 Unprepared, busy slides Have more audience engagement 6 Goal/objective unclear, poor verbal Use less text and have more audience communication engagementStudent feedback was also considered in evaluating the success of the restructuring. Both Fall2019 and Fall 2020 offerings did not have enough enrollment for formal anonymous courseevaluations, but feedback was nevertheless collected from the students in a non-anonymous way.Below are comments from the students upon completion of the course

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Pritpal Singh, Villanova University

, prototype development and fielddeployment projects. Other projects that have been performed in this domain have beenpresented at the IEEE’s Global Humanitarian Technology Conference, the flagship conferencefor presentation of research in humanitarian technologies.Conclusions:Like engineering students in other disciplines, ECE students would like to be engaged inhumanitarian projects where they can use their technical skills to impact communities in lowresource settings. This paper has described a particular project, the design of a wirelesscommunication network and solar energy system for schools in the Masaai Mara in Kenya. Thestudents were very motivated to work on this project and did an excellent job. The studentoutcomes 2 and 4, that include

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Ross A. Lee, Villanova University; Giles Wozniak, Villanova University; Alicia Piscitelli, Villanova University; Anitha Devi Kannan, Villanova University; Andrew Jester, Villanova University, Sustainable Engineering Program

andcapabilities to the students, and then waiting to engage students, years after they have taken thecourse, to provide examples of how these learnings are being used in their current engineeringresearch and occupations. We selected a diverse set of students comprising three engineeringdiscipline backgrounds (chemical, mechanical, civil) and one non-engineering, neurosciencebackground who now works in sustainable engineering with completion of the master’s degree inthis area.We describe below how a graduate level course in Biomimicry has been developed to change themindset of engineers by: Assessing our critical systems of livelihood to understand the greatbenefits they provide as well the daunting issues that the past egocentric mindset have created

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Dorothy W. Skaf, Villanova University; Vito L. Punzi, Villanova University

continue forward with a new perspective on what it means to be a humanitarian, socially responsible engineer in today's world.”ConclusionsStudent interest in humanitarian engineering has inspired several projects related to watertreatment in developing countries using natural materials. Each natural material must beevaluated to determine effectiveness in water treatment and the broader environmental andsocietal impacts of its use in a particular community. These considerations have providedmultiple opportunities for students to link experimental investigations with broader issues of thecommon good and to develop greater awareness of how the consideration of local resources andimpacts must be included in proposed engineering

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Marie Stettler Kleine, Colorado School of Mines; Juan C. Lucena, Colorado School of Mines

students as much, if not more, than the intended community-benefactors [31].In response to some of these concerns, some engineering for good initiatives, like Ingenieros sinFronteras-Colombia, have made a concerted effort to stay domestic and interact withcommunities with whom they have deep knowledge, understand the language and culture, anddeveloped trusting relationships. How many of these efforts exist in the US? How can theseinform those who have not taken a critical stance of their international work?Preliminary identification of educational programs engaged in engineering for globaldevelopment (EGD) has been started by one of our research partners, Engineering for Change(E4C) [19]. Our mapping research aims to build on E4C findings in two

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Melanie Villatoro P.E., New York City College of Technology; Laurin Moseley, CUNY New York City College of Technology

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, “Effects of Summer Transportation Institute on MinorityHigh School Students’ Perception on STEM Learning,” Journal of STEM Education:Innovations & Research, 20(2), 58–64, 2020.[15] B. Scott-Parker and E. Barone-Nugent, “Enlightening Stem Engagement During HighSchool - Make It Real Banana Peel,” Journal of STEM Education: Innovations &Research, 20(1), 5–10, 2019.[16] M. Edwin, D. J. Prescod, and J. Bryan, “Profiles of High School Students’ STEM CareerAspirations,” Career Development Quarterly, 67(3), 255–263, 2019. [Online] Available:https://doi-org.citytech.ezproxy.cuny.edu/10.1002/cdq.12194[17] J.A. Kitchen, G. Sonnert, and P.M. Sadler, “The impact of college‐ and university‐run highschool summer programs on students’ end of high school

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Sushobhan Sen, University of Pittsburgh; Jeffery R Roesler, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

, students were given one introductory lecture on the potential impact of AVson geometric design. This lecture started with some definitions related to AVs and then an open-ended discussion on their impacts on roads, but no specific design recommendations were made.Teams were required to investigate the topic further to develop new design parameters. Whileanalyzing human-related factors was the main learning objective, an additional objective was toensure that team members worked well with each other in order to prevent the learning processfrom being derailed by interpersonal conflicts. To demonstrate their learning, teams were given specific tasks, the successful completion ofwhich provided evidence that course’s objectives were met. For the

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Kyle P Fuller, Northeastern University; Andrew J Lopreiato, Northeastern University; Raiden L Schodowski, Northeastern Univeristy; Alec W Silverman, Northeastern University; Samantha L Bowman, Northeastern University; Caitlynn E. Tov, Northeastern University; Joshua L. Hertz, Northeastern University

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community meant that the studentsfelt a genuine understanding of the impacts of their work. During the initial brainstorming andliterature search, the students researched other low-resource lamps. Inspiration for the initialdesign came from the University of New South Wales’ Uninterruptible Surgical Lamp, but thestudents had to make design decisions tailored to the needs and resources of SPHMMC [5].Lighting SystemThe design for the surgical lamp’s lighting system had to improve on the existing halogen bulblighting at SPHMMC. LED lighting was the clear choice for the team’s design - LED bulbs arecheaper, more energy efficient, and longer-lasting than halogen lighting. Additionally, theygenerate less waste heat than halogen bulbs, making this option

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Frank T Fisher, Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science); Alexander J De Rosa, Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science)

teaching methodologies. They attributed this to thenatural limitations of self-report surveys and based on their findings recommended thedevelopment of a direct measure of the skill set of adaptive expertise. Based on their work theyidentified six dimensions of adaptive expertise (Pierrakos, 2016), adding the constructs of“flexible innovation” and “conceptual understanding” to the initial four constructs identified inFigure 1.In other work, a slightly modified version of the Fisher-Peterson AE survey was edited byFerguson and co-workers to remove perceived domain-specific terminology and then applied tostudy the impact of undergraduate co-operative work experiences on student growth (Ferguson,2018). Impressively, over the course of several years

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Briana Lowe Wellman, University of the District of Columbia; Ludwig C. Nitsche, University of the District of Columbia; Dong Hyun Jeong, University of the District of Columbia

continuity planning worksheets so they can detail how they will continue teachingand learning activities. Furthermore, looking toward the ensuing summer session and fall 2020semester, CAL developed a Blackboard-based workshop to train faculty to the level of “OnlineTeaching Certification” (OTC). This training was made mandatory for all UDC faculty under anewly designated “Emergency Remote Instruction” (ERI) mode. Most faculty utilized virtualconference software and email to continue engagement and communication with learners, movedcourse materials and submissions to an online management platform, and created and usedexisting videos and resources to deliver information. In the School of Engineering and AppliedScience (SEAS), one of the most important

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Kate D. Abel, Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science)

productive learning environment where students can bemotivated and actively engage in their learning. - Pre-recorded vs live lectures – Each lecture format has its advantages and disadvantages, and a similar contrast could be made to one-to-few live tutorials versus face-to-face live lectures for hundreds of students. As such, neither is better in all situations. Instead focus on opening communication with students and creating a strongly student-centered approach in the online classroom. - Move from being a “sage on the stage” to being a “guide on the side”. - The face-to-face model many instructors have grown accustomed to is extremely teacher centered. Online learning provides the student the ability to

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Ashish D Borgaonkar, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Jaskirat Sodhi, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Chizhong Wang, New Jersey Institute of Technology

students improve their oral communication and public speaking skills. The team also did a small exercise to (30 minutes) engage students in a demonstration of some of the simple yet effective tips. Activity 2 – Town Hall The first group presented their views by discussing facts and Meeting Part 1: First numbers to justify their stand. Emphasis was on presenting fact- group presents in favor of based information regardless of their individual feelings about the the topic (2 minutes per team) topic that was assigned. Activity 2 – Town Hall The second group presented their views in

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Jamie R Gurganus, University of Maryland Baltimore County; Tanner J Huffman, The College of New Jersey; Malinda S Zarske, University of Colorado Boulder

well as STEM education courses for pre-service teachers through the CU Teach Engineering program. Her primary research interests include the impacts of project-based service-learning on student identity - especially women and nontraditional demographic groups in engineering - as well as pathways and retention to and through K-12 and under- graduate engineering, teacher education, and curriculum development. She is passionate about hands-on engineering design for every student, at every age level. American c Society for Engineering Education, 2021 Informing Authentic P-12 Engineering Outreach Efforts Work in

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Jordan F. Ermilio, Center for Humanitarian Engineering and International Development, College of Engineering, Villanova University

humanitarian engineering program at Villanova is presented with anemphasis on lessons learned during the provision of technical support to international non-governmentorganizations. A qualitative review of success and failure is discussed based on program partner feedback,discussions with faculty, students, and communities. Conclusions from this paper raise some importantethical questions about the role of academic institutions when engaging with community partners. Inaddition, program design that employs the ethical engagement framework is described wherein, theimportance of contextual awareness and humility is highlighted. Next steps associated with this paperinclude the need to formally establish research-services with partner organizations

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Daniel K. Jones P.E., State University of New York, Polytechnic Institute; Joanne M Joseph, SUNYPOLY

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eyes of a different discipline. In addition to gaining experience and knowledge, I had theopportunity to be involved in developing a product that greatly impacted children with visualimpairments. The benefit of this collaboration was significant and together we were able tocreate not only one successful product for the students at CABVI, but two.”The impact on the community partner was equally compelling. Kathy Beaver, Vice-President ofRehabilitation at CABVI, wrote: “For many years, corporations and not for profit businesseshave partnered with colleges and universities to secure interns and recruit employees. Mostrecently, there has been renewed commitment by institutions of higher learning to ensureeducation is relevant to life after college

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James R. Rentsch, Aerospace Industries Association; Jason M Merret, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

following are a fewexample of classes that could be developed and added to the curricula to enhance the AWEaspect of the programs.  An elective class focused on regulations and that exposes undergraduates to the regulatory process and associated understanding required for proper compliance. For example, this could include the administrative aspects of FAA Order 8100 series of documentation. The class would then take the students through the required data collection (analytical, laboratory, test bench, and flight test data) as specified by the respective Advisory Circular guidance for each discipline or type certification.  A second elective class would cover the basics of system safety aspects which would

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Mira S Olson, Drexel University; Joseph Hughes

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will need to use their technology expertise in service of conflict-affected communities. The course provides students with an introduction to the theory and practice of conflict analysis, strategic peacebuilding, and negotiation.• Peacebuilding Skills: Peacebuilding Skills focuses on intercultural communication and facilitation in the context of peacebuilding. Cases drawn from historical peacebuilding and stabilization activities are used to provide a framework from which to understand how communication and facilitation affect the development of a conflict and the ability to resolve conflict without violence. Weekly online classes include a discussion of a subject’s theory and a presentation of the impact of the

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Suzanne Keilson, Loyola University Maryland

engineeringeducation. There is the pioneering example of engineering projects in community service(EPICS) which comes from Purdue University [1]. EPICS programs aimed to provide theircommunity with technical expertise that they might not have themselves or have access to. Thisallows the community organization an opportunity to achieve some of their goals. On the otherside, the service-learning experience can expand and broaden the experience and thinking ofstudents, in this case, undergraduate engineering students. This author’s own understanding ofan ideal for service learning is that it meets the learning aims of a course and the students in thatcourse by allowing them to engage their learning in ‘real life’ and thereby a more complex andnuanced environment

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Gary P. Halada, Stony Brook University

core a focus on people, as stakeholders, clients,impacted communities, and those who should be the beneficiaries of engineering advances (butwho all too often may be the victims of engineering done without their needs or the needs oftheir communities in mind). Just as we extol the virtues of ‘student-focused’ engineeringeducation, humanitarian engineering should be extoled as ‘human-focused’ engineering designand development.These principles call to mind two other approaches to engineering (and engineering education)which share much of the spirit of humanitarian engineering: ABET student learning outcomesand the philosophy of value-sensitive design in engineering.Several of the current seven ABET student outcomes are very relevant to the

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Patrick Tunno

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Paper ID #35328Building Intercultural Competencies through the Global EngineeringFellows ProgramProf. Patrick Tunno, Patrick Tunno, MBA is the Director of the Center for Global Engineering Engagement and an Assistant Teaching Professor at Penn State University. He is a PhD candidate whose research focuses on study abroad and the impact of international experiences on the development of global competencies. American c Society for Engineering Education, 2021Building Intercultural Competencies through the Global Engineering Fellows

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Edward Z Moore, Central Connecticut State University

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: Purdue Research Foundation, 1976.[9] D. M. Grzybowski, O. Stavridis, L. A. Barclay, L. Abrams, S. Sorby, J. Thomas, et al., "Impact of optional supplemental course to enhance spatial visualization skills in first- year engineering students," ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Conference Proceedings, 01/01 2014.[10] S. Metz, S. Sorby, T. Berry, C. Seepersad, A. Dison, Y. Allam, et al., "Implementing ENGAGE Strategies to Improve Retention: Focus on Spatial Skills: Engineering Schools Discuss Successes and Challenges," in American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition, 2011, pp. 22.819.1-22.819.20.[11] (2/27/2021). Engange Engineering: Sample Communication for Students

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Kevin A. Waters P.E., Villanova University; Virginia Smith, Villanova University

decisions, and educate projectstakeholders in innovative ways through graphical communication. A variety of active-learningtechniques are utilized in the course, following a hierarchy where activities progressivelyincrease in level of complexity and instructor guidance. Interactive demonstrations in thesoftware introduce concepts and GIS tools, then scripted tutorials require students to use GIS towork through a guided project that is framed within the context of a real civil engineeringproblem and based on real data sets. As skills are developed, tasks become less guided,promoting students to think independently about how to utilize the software to accomplishspecified outcomes without being told the exact process. This higher level of learning is

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Eileen Haase PhD, The Johns Hopkins University

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• Apply the engineering design process • Communicate effectively through written and oral presentations • Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities • Function effectively on a teamThe learning objectives align with the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology(ABET) Student Outcomes [21]. The week-by-week list of deliverables for the Health InequityDesign Challenge are posted in Table 1 below. Table -1 Health Inequity Design Challenge Deliverables Week Assignment Individual/team submission 1 Complete

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Robert Michael P.E., Gannon University; Michael P Sirak PE, Wabtec Corporation; David Gee, Gannon University

essential part of the engineeringeducational experience. Design projects are used to improve technical communication andengineering skills, develop new knowledge, and help students function effectively on a team.Design projects tend to be much more involved and complex than typical problem-solving andthus help students develop critical skills needed for a successful career in engineering. Theseskills may include project management, creating Gantt chart, and maintaining schedules.The lead author has published significantly in the field of engineering design and capstoneprojects[1-6]. In [1], the design of a low-cost 3D printer is discussed. This was a collaborativeproject between a freshman level mechanical engineering graphics class and GUBotDev