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Xiaoyi Zhang; Ana Aviles Vargas, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Gongchen Sun, The University of Texas at San Antonio

AbstractThis paper explores an innovative cross-disciplinary project conducted at the University of Texas atSan Antonio, which integrated students from Engineering core class "Introduction to MaterialsScience and Engineering" and English core class "Shakespeare: The Later Plays" into a collaborativelearning experience. The project aimed to bridge the gap between classroom knowledge and real-world application by pairing Engineering and English students to design and learn 3D printing tofabricate stage props and models based on Shakespearean plays. This hands-on project requiredstudents to transcend their disciplinary boundaries and engage in a real-world "designer/client –technical provider" interaction. This paper evaluates the impact of this

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Sanjoy K. Bhattacharia, West Texas A&M University; Fisseha Meresa Alemayehu, West Texas A&M University; Tyresse Xavier Law, West Texas A&M University; Saman Aria, West Texas A&M University

theories and skills they have learned with the real-world challenges and problem-solving techniques that they will experience in industry. Collaborative capstone projects inparticular, allow students to experience working in a group setting2. This allows students to developteamwork and communication skills and other soft skills that employers today often value overacademic abilities3,4. These projects can help students stand out as desirable employees and potentialleaders in their field or company as well as to improve their ability to grapple with arduouschallenges5,6. Moreover, the incorporation of capstone projects has demonstrated an enhancement inteam collaboration and the ability to cultivate leadership skills through self-directed projects7

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Saman Aria, West Texas A&M University; Sanjoy Bhattacharia, West Texas A&M University; Swastika S. Bithi, West Texas A&M University

projectdemonstrated that hands-on activities with the designing and building of a thermofluidic systemwere effective in engaging the students in active and meaningful learning, stimulating their interestand motivation in thermo-fluid subjects, and improving their academic performance and satisfactionin thermo-fluid-related courses. IntroductionCapstone projects are an essential component of engineering education. They provide students withthe opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills they have acquired throughout their degreeprogram to real-world problems. These projects can help students stand out as desirable employeesand potential leaders in their field or company as well as to improve their ability to grapple

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Oscar L Delgado, Texas A&M University

for the VRapplication.The simulation design incorporates several elements: open-world physics and effects that allowstudents to explore an environment based on actual reactor dimensions, character mobilityfeatures empowering students to move freely within the simulation, including carrying aradiation survey meter and manipulating the transient rod, and an on-screen graphical userinterface (GUI) based on past data to facilitate the recording and measurement of reactorparameters (e.g., transient rod position, fuel temperature, reactivity insertion).Physics algorithms were implemented to qualitatively simulate Cherenkov light based on inputparameters. The application also quantitatively simulates water temperature and pulse powergeneration based

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christian saeed daftarian, St. Mary's University; Ozgur Aktunc, St. Mary's University

programs,they will be installed on individual Windows computers using Java. Real-world Application of Screenless InterfacesReal world applications of this technology once fully developed are far spanning and it is hypothesizedto engulf multiple industries. This is because if the hypothesized heuristic benefits of such technologyare an actuality, then manufactures are likely to gravitate away from physical screens and toward thisprojected alternative in all computer devices that currently require physical monitors.In the healthcare industry for example, this technology could be used to educate future physicians andnurses by offering an immersive and interactive learning environment when learning about humananatomy and physiology

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Saman Aria, West Texas A&M University; Swastika S. Bithi, West Texas A&M University; Sanjoy Bhattacharia, West Texas A&M University; Pronob Das, West Texas A&M University

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kinetics, and reducereagent consumption[2, 3]. With applications across disciplines such as biology, chemistry,medicine, climate science, and engineering, microfluidic devices emerge as a flexible platform forexperiential learning, effectively connecting theoretical knowledge with real-world applications[4].Similarly, material characterization tools like the DSC unveil exothermic energy release during thephase transition of a material. Determining the onset and endset of the freezing point from the phasetransition curve, these instruments provide students with a hands-on platform to delve into and applytheoretical concepts[5]. Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference West

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Logan Michael Heck, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Rakib Hasan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

form of Bloom’sTaxonomy. This education method, originally developed in 1956 by Benjamin Bloom, classifieseducational objectives and skills into different cognitive levels [1]. These levels, or phases, can besimplified into recalling knowledge, understanding the knowledge, applying the knowledge tocomplete tasks, breaking apart the information to understand its structure, creating something newfrom what is understood, and evaluating new information [2]. The curriculum is designed aroundthese levels with hope that students will not only excel in assessments that measure recall but alsodemonstrate a deep understanding of concepts, apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios, anddevelop the ability to analyze and evaluate information. This

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Daniél Santos Garza, University of the Incarnate Word; Okan Caglayan, University of the Incarnate Word; Michael Antonio Garcia, University of the Incarnate Word

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, Dr. De La Torre Parrahas an impressive academic and professional background. During his doctoral studies, he notablyserved as a research fellow, spearheading pivotal cybersecurity projects. These projects, conductedin collaboration with industry giants such as CPS Energy and CISCO, underscore his ability tobridge academic research with real-world applications. His educational journey began with aBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from Texas A&M University-Kingsville, obtained in2009, followed by a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from The University of Texas at SanAntonio in 2015. Dr. De La Torre Parra's research is profoundly centered on the integration ofartificial intelligence into cybersecurity. His work primarily

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Lance Leon Allen White, Texas A&M University; Trini Balart, Texas A&M University; Kristi J. Shryock, Texas A&M University; Karan Watson P.E., Texas A&M University

contexts becomes more widespread and sophisticated. To gain a broaderunderstanding of the impact of ChatGPT on engineering education, we hope to collaborate withother institutions to gain a more complete picture of the academic community's attitudes toward GAIin various educational settings.The proposed conceptual framework for integrating AI into engineering education, as described inthis study, needs to be applied and tested in real educational settings. Application of the conceptualframework in course design and pedagogy, and subsequent evaluation of its effectiveness, canprovide valuable information on how best to integrate AI into engineering curricula.Given the rapid integration of GAI in education, research is needed to inform policy

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Mathew Kuttolamadom, Texas A&M University; Angie Hill Price, Texas A&M University

utilizes ultrasonic probing to detect ‘flaw’ orientation Course Reception & Path to CertificationThis course has been offered as part of the B.S. degree program for over a decade, all the whilegarnering consistently positive feedback from the students. The complementing lab activities, whichare very relevant, hands-on, and ‘interesting’ to do/observe is believed to be one of the main reasonsfor such consistently positive feedback, which remained unchanged even through the changing ofinstructors, teaching assistants and even the COVID-19 period. Another supporting reason for suchpositive reception (as gathered from course feedback over the years) is the direct relevancy of theNDI techniques used to real world

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Jennifer A Cross, Texas Tech University; Md Rashedul Hasan, Texas Tech University; Diego Alejandro Polanco-Lahoz, Texas Tech University; Mario G. Beruvides P.E., Texas Tech University; Kelli Cargile Cook, Texas Tech University; Jason Tham, Texas Tech University

particular context for the purposes of capturing their authentic needs and identifyingopportunities to improve those experiences. UX methods allow us to empathize with real users (inour case, doctoral students) and stay grounded in lived experiences rather than generally acceptedassumptions about people10. In addition to building the fundamental knowledge base regardingresearch identity formation in doctoral engineering students, the research findings can be used todevelop evidence-based practice for engineering doctoral program design. The remainder of thepaper presents the methodology, results, and summary/conclusion. MethodologyA longitudinal, multimethod approach was adopted to collect data on research