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Cuong H Pham, Wentworth Institute of Technology

nuanced and comprehensive manner.Computer Science encompasses far more than programming. Skuse et al. [1] observe, “ComputerScience is the study of algorithms, i.e., of processes for solving problems. … Learning toprogram, itself, is not Computer Science any more than learning French is the study of FrenchLiterature; a computer scientist may have to learn a programming language to implement analgorithm.” Thus, Computer Science and Society are essential complements of each other.Faculty at University of British Columbia developed a CS 0.5 course [2] in addition to for non-CS majors because that population was increasingly taking CS 1 classes and having a negativeexperience and not meeting the learning outcomes. The new course covers 40% of the

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Sief Atari, University of Bridgeport; Celso Enrique Lopez; Eric Joseph Bialczak

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Figure 10: Data extracted using two trained commands: Smile(1-10) and Neutral (0-1)Hardware: Brain-Computer Interface [2]: BCI allows direct communication between the brain and an external device. This BCI software works using machine learning algorithms that translate the signals into an external actionEMOTIV Insight 2.0 – 5

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Savita Vitthalrao Kendre, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Gus Taylor Teran; Lauryn Whiteside, Worcester polytechnic ; Tyler C Looney; Ryley Ian Wheelock; Surya Sebastian Ghai, University of Maryland; Markus Nemitz

Edinburgh. At Harvard, I focused on the development of embedded controllers for soft robots. Since 2020, I am an assistant professor of robotics engineering and electrical and computer engineering. My research group (the Robotic Materials Group) focuses on the creation, modeling, and control of robotic soft matter. Instead of using soft materials for the design of manipulators, we are interested in robotizing otherwise passive elastomeric materials. The goal is to develop programmable robotic materi- als that are able to change their shape; insights from biological organisms will help to develop strategies for the control of morphology. American c Society

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Susan Freudzon, Fairfield University

Active and Project-Based Learning in Medical Device DesignIntroductionThe field of Biomedical Engineering has grown rapidly in recent years. The Bureau of LaborStatistics states that there were approximately 19,300 jobs in Biomedical Engineering in 2020and that employment of Biomedical Engineers is expected to grow by approximately 6% overthe next 10 years [1]. Many students in Biomedical, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineeringpursue careers in the medical device industry after graduation. To properly prepare engineeringstudents for careers in the medical device industry, students must complete multiple hands-ondesign projects and receive training on unique aspects of the medical device industry, such asdesign control guidance of

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Grace Remillard, University of Massachusetts Lowell; Sarah Kamal, University of Massachusetts, Lowell; Justin An, University of the District of Columbia; Charles Thompson PhD, University of Massachusetts Lowell; Kavitha Chandra, University of Massachusetts Lowell

-Physical Systems (CPS) and project based learning methods.Justin An, University of the District of Columbia Justin An is a senior undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. He is currently researching Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS). His past research experience has been in ultrasound and seismic acoustics.Prof. charles thompson PhD Charles Thompson is Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Director of the Center for Ad- vanced Computation and Telecommunications and formerly Associate to the Dean for Research and Grad- uate Study at the University of Massachusetts at Lowell. He received a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from New York University, a M.S. in Electrical

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Caressa Adalia Wakeman, University of Connecticut ; Amvrossios Bagtzoglou, University of Connecticut; Maria Chrysochoou, University of Connecticut

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Paper ID #36021Improving the Learning Experience of Neurodiverse Students in a FluidMechanics Course During the COVID-19 PandemicMs. Caressa Adalia Wakeman, University of Connecticut Caressa Wakeman is graduate student at the University of Connecticut (UConn) working in the Depart- ment of Civil and Environmental Engineering on the INCLUDE project. Caressa is currently studying education in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction and using her firsthand experience acquired during her undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering to break ground in the field of Engineering Education. Caressa identifies as neurodiverse

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SUSRUTHABABU SUKHAVASI, University of Bridgeport; Khaled Elleithy, University of Bridgeport; Ahmed El-Sayed, University of Bridgeport; SUPARSHYA BABU SUKHAVASI; Abdelrahman Elleithy, William Paterson University

vision. His research interests include robotics, AI, fuzzy systems, soft computing, machine learning, pattern recognition, and computer vision. He is a member of IEEE, ASEE, the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the Honor Society for Computing and Information Disciplines Upsilon Pi Epsilon (UPE), and a lifetime member of the Egyptian Engineering Syndicate.Mr. SUPARSHYA BABU SUKHAVASIDr. Abdelrahman Elleithy, William Paterson University Dr. Elleithy is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at William Paterson Univer- sity, Wayne, New Jersey since September 2017. His research interests include wireless sensor networks, American c

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SUPARSHYA BABU SUKHAVASI; Khaled Elleithy, University of Bridgeport; Abdelrahman Elleithy, William Paterson University; Ahmed El-Sayed, University of Bridgeport; SUSRUTHABABU SUKHAVASI, University of Bridgeport

of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Bridgeport. He published articles in the fields of robotics, soft computing, and computer vision. His research interests include robotics, AI, fuzzy systems, soft computing, machine learning, pattern recognition, and computer vision. He is a member of IEEE, ASEE, the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the Honor Society for Computing and Information Disciplines Upsilon Pi Epsilon (UPE), and a lifetime member of the Egyptian Engineering Syndicate.Mr. SUSRUTHABABU SUKHAVASI, University of Bridgeport American c Society for Engineering Education, 2022 A Novel Architecture combining

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Filip Cuckov, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Marisha Rawlins, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Pilin Junsangsri, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Wayne Bynoe, Wentworth Institute of Technology; James R McCusker PhD, Wentworth Institute of Technology; José R. Sánchez, Wentworth Institute of Technology

Engineering Reimagined: (Re)designing Next-Generation Engineering Curricula for Industry 5.0AbstractThis paper presents a framework for redesigning engineering curricula to meet Industry 5.0demands and describes the reimagining process. While all our engineering programs executedthe process, this paper highlights the redesign of our computer engineering curriculum using theframework for illustrative purposes. The process commences with program faculty examiningthe latest curriculum via a set of guided questions to identify if and how it meets the future needsof industry and the learning approaches of our students, present and future. In the computerengineering case, the program faculty identified that the

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Michael G Joseph, University of Bridgeport; Khaled Elleithy, University of Bridgeport

paper is organized as follows. Section II explores related work; section III provides detail of the proposed formula and the reconstruction algorithm. In section IV, we present the results of our experiments, and we conclude in section V.II. RELATED WORK There are two predominant approaches to shadow detection and segmentation. The first is the learning method, where a neural network is used to train a model to learn detection based on color. [13-19] The second is the computational approach, and it is divided into two subcategories: 1) The approach based on geometry analysis: This approach exploits the spectral and geometrical properties of shadows. [20] 2) The approach is based on the reflectance model. [3-5, 8, 21-23] Our proposed

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Brian Hong, MathWorks; Afsaneh Ghanavati, Wentworth Institute of Technology

Brian Hong Afsaneh Ghanavati bhong@mathworks.com ghanavatia@wit.edu Training Services Electrical and Computer Engineering MathWorks Wentworth Institute of TechnologyAbstractAs technology trends continue to evolve, educators must adapt to a rapidly changing landscape.Simulation is an important component of new industry trends, allowing the design and planningof complex systems [1]. The earlier students are introduced to simulation in their degree program,the more proficient they will become. Virtual labs offer a natural starting place for students tobegin learning about simulation. The challenge for educators is the time

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Brian Bartelo, Student; Sean W Bartelo

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matureintellectually, collaborate with kindness, and problem solve to create a better future for all. I ama member of Synthesis and Astra Nova. These online educational programs providesupplemental engineering and computer science learning. For instance, my younger brother and Iwere able to help beta test a new integrated audio-visual system and use computer design toolssuch as Figma and Excalidraw with our mentor and its lead designer, Ben Somers. It opened up anew world for us of computer programming, site design, and the importance of discovering bugsbefore a massive number of users are frustrated by them. I learn best in small cohorts with otherstudents who share similar interests and are focused, and the founders of the online programs,Josh Dahn and

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field more attractive for youth just as theyenter the years where science and math get increasingly more complex. PBL Laboratories for Youth and Critical ThinkingSupplementing traditional class-based methods of acquiring the first principles of engineeringbroadens the discipline and attracts new problem solvers. For instance, students compete forcoveted spots at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) to learn from the profession’sbest engineering, math, and computer science professors. Popular introductory computer scienceclasses have had students seated outside watching on screens as the classrooms are crowded. Theavailability to access has been a mission of the EDX community, which many parents have usedfor

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Marisha Rawlins, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Pilin Junsangsri

-based or competency-based course where the topics aredifferent skills that a student is expected to master. Skill-based courses, like programming andmath courses, could be graded with a scheme where each skill presented is rated and used toform an overall course grade rather than an overall grade based on the assessment types.Additionally, the ACM/IEEE Computing Curricula Report in December 2020 [1] suggested atransition from knowledge-based learning to competency-based learning in Computingundergraduate programs including Computer Engineering. Recognizing that skill-based courseslike programming need to be evaluated differently, and with this shift to redefining courses andcurricula in a competency-based model, the grading, assessment, and our

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Brennan Patrick Miller-Klugman, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Yali Izzo, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Corey Comperchio, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Marisha Rawlins, Wentworth Institute of Technology

Burlington, MA and R.W. Sullivan in Charlestown, MA. He has worked closely with AutoCAD and Revit, designing and preparing contract drawings that meet the National Electrical Code. He is driven to contribute to society through engineering.Dr. Marisha Rawlins, Wentworth Institute of Technology Dr. Marisha Rawlins is an Assistant Professor in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Program at Wentworth Institute of Technology (WIT). Her research interests include computer architecture opti- mizations, embedded systems and devices used in teaching and healthcare, and methods and systems for improving teaching and learning. Dr. Rawlins received her PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from The University of Florida

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Sarira Motaref P.E., University of Connecticut

theclassroom means that events that have traditionally taken place inside the classroom now takeplace outside the classroom and vice versa [1]. Mechanics of Materials course has been offeredin a “flipped” modality since 2013 to enhance the quality of the course, share uniform resourcesto all students, and provide alternative learning resources for diverse learners. Herreid andSchiller explained the flipped classroom as an educational technique that consists of two parts:interactive group learning activities inside the classroom, and direct computer-based individualinstruction outside the classroom [2]. In this course, each lecture is presented with a pair ofvideos including a lecture video that presents the concept and formulations followed by a

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Kai Ren, Wentworth Institute of Technology

Paper ID #35769Lab-Based Antenna Course Using Full-Wave Numerical Simulation SoftwareFEKOProf. Kai Ren, Wentworth Institute of Technology Dr. Kai Ren received the Ph. D. degree in electrical and computer engineering from The Ohio State University, Columbus in 2017. Currently, he is an assistant professor in Electrical and Computer Engi- neering at Wentworth Institute of Technology. He is a member of IEEE. He has published 19 journal and conference papers and holds two WO patents. His current research includes platform-based antennas, antenna characteristic modes, direction finding systems and algorithms, microwave imaging

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Ashanthi Shanika Maxworth, University of Southern Maine

Maine, ME 04038, USAAbstractRegardless of the discipline, every college student is expected to provide feedback at the end ofthe semester. This feedback is highly important for the continuous refinement of every course.One aspect of these end-of-semester feedback forms is the self-assessment of students. This workpresents a newly developed student self-assessment form based on the hierarchical Bloom’staxonomy. Here, the students identify their level of knowledge using the action verbs presentedin Bloom’s hierarchy, as basic (able to explain, define, describe, etc), mid-level (able tocalculate, compute, apply, etc) or high level if they think they are capable of designing, creatingor integrating. This self-assessment was implemented twice at the

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Naziah Edwards, American Society of Mechanical Engineers Club at the University of Bridgeport; Elphaz Girma Gesesse, University of Bridgeportf; Nathan Sahle

During the sensitive times of a global pandemic, we have learned over time that diseases such asCovid19 can live on surfaces for days. The senior project idea is to design, construct, and implement aprototype able to disinfect doorknobs after the surface has been encountered or used. In an effort tofight against harmful bacteria, there is a need to attack one of the main sources where bacteria is beingtransmitted the most. In fact, scientists have determined that on average a minimum of at least fivedifferent colonies of bacteria are on a single doorknob at any given time. The purpose of the device is tospray a mist of FDA approved alcoholic solution onto the doorknob surface allowing the solution todisinfect the main surface area. The main

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Paul Benjamin Crilly, United States Coast Guard Academy; Julian Blanco, US Coast Guard Academy

Paper ID #36277Plasma antennas – a gentle introductionDr. Paul Benjamin Crilly, United States Coast Guard Academy Paul Crilly is a Professor of Electrical Engineering at the United States Coast Guard Academy. He is also Chief/Department Chair of the Electrical Engineering and Cyber Systems Section. He received his Ph.D. from New Mexico State University, his M. S. and B.S. degrees at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, all in Electrical Engineering. He was previously an Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Tennessee and was a Development Engineer at the Hewlett Packard Company. His

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Dimitrios Bolkas, Pennsylvania State University, Wilkes-Barre Campus; Jeffrey Chiampi; Carol L. Morman PE, PS, Cincinnati State Technical and Community College

quality/uncertainty in 3D geospatial datasets. His research develops new methods and techniques to enhance functionality of 3D geospatial data and models. In addition, recent research interests include utilizing 3D data for creating realistic environments in immersive virtual reality, as well as the application of virtual reality in engineering education.Mr. Jeffrey Chiampi Mr. Chiampi is an Assistant Teaching Professor of Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University Wilkes-Barre campus. He holds master degrees in Business Administration and Software Engineering. He regularly teaches courses in computer science, game development, and information sciences and tech- nology. Before coming to Penn State Mr. Chiampi

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Kyle Robert Sawicki; Bavesh Matapathi, Northeastern University; Nathan E Israeloff, Northeastern University; Don Heiman; Haridas Kumarakuru, Northeastern University

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Paper ID #36017Cast-off Smartphone for Controlling Electronic AppliancesKyle Robert SawickiMr. Bavesh Matapathi, Northeastern University Bavesh Matapathi is a junior student in Northeastern University, majoring in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science & Physics. He has done an internship co-op in Siemens Healthineers working in Biomedical Robotics. His interests lie in robotics, automation and computational sciences. His favorite pastimes include astronomy, learning langauges, and photography.Prof. Nathan E Israeloff, Northeastern University Dept of PhysicsProf. Don Heiman Don Heiman, PhD, Department of Physics

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Gagik Sarkisian, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Kai Ren, Wentworth Institute of Technology

Paper ID #36172Deployable Log-Periodic Dipole Array Antenna for CubeSatsMr. GAGIK SARKISIAN, Wentworth Institute of Technology I graduated from Wentworth Institute of Technology in 2017 with a Bachelors in biomedical engineering and am currently pursuing a Masters in electrical engineering, focusing on antenna engineering. I have a strong passion for learning about all things related to science and engineering, as well as about history, culture, and international relations. I am an automotive and technology enthusiast with a great interest in space exploration.Prof. Kai Ren, Wentworth Institute of Technology Dr. Kai

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Maria Katerina Apostle, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Saurav Basnet, WentWorth Institute of Technol; Luke Clarke Bassett

inventory using visual and textual analysis of monocular pictures based on deep learning,” Sep. 2017, pp. 1–6, doi: 10.1109/ECMR.2017.8098666.[3] I. Ehrenberg, C. Floerkemeier, and S. Sarma, “Inventory Management with an RFID-equipped Mobile Robot,” Sep. 2007, pp. 1020–1026, doi: 10.1109/COASE.2007.4341838.[4] M. Pakdaman, M. M. Sanaatiyan and M. R. Ghahroudi, "A line follower robot from design to implementation: Technical issues and problems," in 2010 the 2nd International Conference on Computer and Automation Engineering (ICCAE), 2010, . DOI: 10.1109/ICCAE.2010.5451881.[5] R. Holý, P. Bílek and L. Vopařil, "Electronic inventory in the university environment and automation using RFID technology," in 2014

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Hugh L Mcmanus, Northeastern University; Kris Jaeger-Helton, Northeastern University

]CalStateLA, (2021). Cal State LA College of ECST: Capstone Senior Design Requirements. https://www.calstatela.edu/ecst/seniordesign. California State University Los Angeles College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology. [Accessed January 2022]Cardoso C, Eris O & Badke-Schaub P (2014). Question asking in design reviews: How does inquiry facilitate the learning interaction? DTRS 10: Design Thinking Research Symposium, Purdue University.Enemuoh EU (2021). Approach of integrating subject matter experts into a capstone design course. ASEE Midwest Section Conference.Gravell J, Hart, R & Polk, R (2020). Implementation of internal design reviews in aCapstone course. Capstone Design Conference.Gravell J, Hart R & Polk, R

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Heather Morrell; Aaron Muldrew, Northeastern University; Nathan E Israeloff, Northeastern University; Don Heiman; Haridas Kumarakuru, Northeastern University

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amount of time towrite their selected word or phrase. This device was built to fulfill an Electronics Courserequirement assigned as “project-based learning.” 1. IntroductionDuring our undergraduate lab course, “Electronics for Scientists,” in fall 2021, we were asked todesign and build a prototype device as a part of “project-based learning” that accomplished aspecific purpose. During the semester, we were inspired with a variety of electronic lab-basedexperiments, trouble shooting and data analysis. We always enjoyed playing games in ourchildhood and now that electronics is such an important part of our lives, we decided to design asimple electronic game to entertain people in small gatherings.We designed a game based on “Morse Code” [1

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Emily Deterding, University of Massachusetts Lowell; Nathan Agyeman; Susan Thomson Tripathy, University of Massachusetts Lowell; Carter Keough, University of Massachusetts Lowell; Sumudu Lewis, University of Massachusetts Lowell; Kavitha Chandra, University of Massachusetts Lowell

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Conditioning field before and hopes to pursue a career in sustainable HVAC/R design.Nathan Agyeman Nathan is a fourth-year student at the University of Massachusetts Lowell’s Francis College of Engineer- ing, where he is pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering (BS). He’s highly involved with various organizations on campus. He’s currently working in two research groups where he’s a lead facilitator in the Exclusive Teamwork project where he collects analyzes information, while being a lead contribu- tor in the Product Life-Cycle Management group where he participates in making connections between computer security and Product Life-Cycle Management. The past summer, Nathan had an opportunity to intern within cybersecurity

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externalframework. This is the support structure outside STEM and consists of factors found at theschool, where learning takes place. We analyze three broad factors that have significant impacton fostering STEM programs that go into developing a secondary-school STEM program (Figure1). STEM programs are unique but they are not excluded from the universal forces that haveaffected curriculum which have been timeless and long-standing. Figure 1Factor 1: DemographicsWomen-in-Science: Women have made significant participatory gains in STEM careers. ANational Science Foundation study shows women have increased their presence in all STEMfields as far back as 1997 [5]. Outreach programs (e.g., Girls Who Code) have brought

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Vacharaporn Paradorn; Sunita Rajni Virk Singh Poma; Nathan Agyeman; Kavitha Chandra, University of Massachusetts Lowell; Susan Thomson Tripathy, University of Massachusetts Lowell; Tiana Robinson, University of Massachusetts Lowell

Paper ID #36013An Application Driven Framework for Delivering System and ProductLife-Cycle Management Concepts in Engineering EducationMiss Vacharaporn Paradorn An Electrical Engineering graduate student at University of Massachusetts LowellSunita Rajni Virk Singh PomaMr. Nathan Agyeman Nathan is a fourth-year student at the University of Massachusetts Lowell’s Francis College of Engineer- ing, where he is pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering (BS). He’s highly involved with various organizations on campus. He’s currently working in two research groups where he’s a lead facilitator in the Exclusive Teamwork project where

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Andrew Michael Seredinski, Wentworth Institute of Technology

physics classroom. Ialso evaluate several methods of exit ticket delivery for both online and in-person courses.Further, I discuss how these exit tickets provided a way for struggling students to reach out to theinstructor. Finally, I ask whether quantification of the exit ticket results can be predictive ofengineering physics course success more broadly, either by replacing open-ended responses withmultiple-choice options, or by manually coding responses.1. IntroductionFormative assessments monitor student learning so that courses can be improved [1], as opposedto summative assessments which provide a demonstration of student content mastery. Exittickets, or exit slips, are one example of formative assessment. These are implemented at the endof