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Eman Hammad, Texas A&M University; Connor McLaren, Texas A&M University; Justin Leiden, Texas A&M University

that enable most critical infrastructures. Hence, this underscores theimportance of proper training and education for OT/ICS cybersecurity. However, most technologiesare costly and/or proprietary, further complicating educational efforts. This paper presents recentefforts at Texas A&M University, where a practical, accessible, and representative OT/ICS testbedwas developed using a combination of low-cost and open-source technologies. The paper expandson the approach, tools, and examples of cybersecurity experiments that can be designed to enableOT/ICS cybersecurity training and education. IntroductionAs innovation drives connectivity, intelligence integration, and distribution in virtually every

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Eman Hammad, Texas A&M University; James K. Nelson Jr. P.E., Texas A&M University; Yuehua Wang, Texas A&M University - Commerce; Heather Manley Lillibridge, Texas A&M University; Chris Scarmardo, Texas A&M University

cybersecurity research institute testbed for NG911 risk assessment. Site VisitStudents and faculty mentors were allowed to visit the port of Houston, where the Coast Guardescorted the students to board and observe the technologies used in two vessels: an old tug boat anda modern ferry. The site visit informed the later research activities in the program and the testbeddesign. Some of the pictures taken during the site visit are included here. Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference West Texas A&M University, Canyon, TX Copyright © 2024, American Society for Engineering Education

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Randall D. Manteufel, The University of Texas at San Antonio; R. Lyle Hood, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Alifer D. Crom, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Amir Karimi, The University of Texas at San Antonio

- resentative, and served as the Chair of ASEE Zone III (2005-07). He chaired the ASEE-GSW section during the 1996-97 academic year. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 1 Uses and Misuses of AI-Assisted Writing in Engineering Reports Randall D. Manteufel, R. Lyle Hood, Alifer D. Crom, Amir Karimi Mechanical Engineering Department University of Texas at San Antonio AbstractArtificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming more widely used by engineering students especially withwriting reports. This paper focuses on the use of AI writing

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

Conference West Texas A&M University, Canyon, TX Copyright © 2024, American Society for Engineering Education 7Figure 4. NDI lab task that involves the sorting of various common scrap metals using eddy currentThe second representative lab task involves finding the effect of defect orientation relative to asound beam using ultrasonic technology. For this, a plastic block with embedded pennies at specificorientations was employed for ultrasonic testing. The differences in the resulting amplitude readingsof the ultrasonic probe when encountering each penny was used to detect its orientation (see figure). Figure 5. NDI lab task that

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Tonia Haikal, Texas A&M University; Robert Harold Lightfoot Jr, Texas A&M University

concepts presented in the classroom, mitigating any overreliance on AI/ML.Our desire to incorporate post-assignment questionnaires into the academic curriculum is designedto improve educational results. By nurturing a profound connection with the subject matter andpromoting a thoughtful approach to learning, educators can equip students to manage the learning oftheir respective fields, focusing on the critical examination and implementation of coding principleswithin the framework of the technology-oriented academic environment.How to go Beyond Technology?The educational journey lies in leveraging these technologies not as definitive solutions but asspringboards for human creativity. Educators should encourage students to use LLMs to sparkcreative

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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

, American Society for Engineering Education 4A number of graphical methods were used to display and evaluate trends in the data. In particular, thepaper next discusses results related to longitudinal patterns in the directionality of the responses, andpatterns related to code/subcode frequency and directionality. We also discussed whether the observedpatterns were or were not “expected.” ResultsFindings by DirectionalityIn this first analysis, the affective impact participants assigned to their comments regardingactivities was examined according to three broad directionality categories: Positive (P), whichcomprised Very Positive, Positive, and Somewhat

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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

teams.Evaluation of Student LearningWe further evaluated the unique advantages of this transdisciplinary project in helping students learnmaterial processing technology, using a project survey (questions summarized in Table 1). A total of62 students were enrolled in the “Introduction to Materials Science and Engineering” class, with 56out of 62 students responding to the survey. To estimate the effort required for students to besuccessful in this collaboration, we asked how much time they spent on this project (Q1). Seventypercent of students spent 10 or more hours on this project, with more than one-third spending morethan 20 hours (Figure 2). Considering that this project required various tasks, such ascommunication with the English team, 3D model

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Oscar L Delgado, Texas A&M University

&M Engineering Abstract:In the evolving landscape of education, the integration of technology in laboratory learning ispivotal. Traditional lab settings, while foundational, are often hindered by constraints such ascost, accessibility, and safety. This proposal explores the transformative potential of UnrealEngine, a state-of-the-art game engine, in crafting virtual simulations for advanced education labassignments. We present two case studies highlighting Unreal Engine's efficacy in enrichingeducational experiences and propose a dynamic showcase at the ASEE conference todemonstrate this innovative technology. Case Study 1: Nuclear Reactor Pulse SimulationOur first venture

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Ana Sofia Aviles Vargas, The University of Texas at San Antonio (Department of Biomedical Engineering and Chemical Engineering); Gongchen Sun, The University of Texas at San Antonio

drawbacks of using PDMS include its incompatibility with specificorganic solvents, the complex and lengthy fabrication process, and limitations in achieving complex3-dimensional geometries 3.In the 1980s, the concept of 3D printing was proposed, leading to the development of various 3D Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference West Texas A&M University, Canyon, TX Copyright © 2024, American Society for Engineering Education 2printing methods, including stereolithography (SLA). Stereolithography utilizes aphotopolymerization technique where resin, a photosensitizing liquid, serves as the material 4

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David Andrew Yu, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Cynthia Lima; Nikolaos Gatsis, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Melissa Sanabia, The University of Texas at San Antonio

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activities that promote STEM literacy.6 In addition, introducing the topic of electricvehicles in elementary education offers an opportunity to leverage STEM literacy toward becoming aknowledgeable individual equipped with capacities to navigate a complex technological world. 7Recommendations for introducing concepts relevant to electric vehicles in the classroom haveappeared in the literature. For instance, an activity that asks students to design the dashboard of anelectric vehicle has been proposed.8 The students may use drawings or 3D modeling software. Aclassroom challenge to imagine how a battery swap system might operate has been described.9Concerns related to standardization alongside a host of issues pertaining to the safe and

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Mia K. Markey, The University of Texas at Austin; Huiliang Wang, University of Texas at Austin; Ju-Chun Hsieh, University of Texas at Austin; Xiangping Liu, University of Texas at Austin

technologies. Prior to joining UT Austin, he was a postdoc at Stanford Bioengineering and his PhD degree from Stanford Materials Science and Engineering. He did his undergraduate in Materials Science from University of Oxford.Ju-Chun Hsieh, University of Texas at AustinXiangping Liu, University of Texas at Austin ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 1 Session XXXX iBMEntored Buddy Program for First-Year International Doctoral Students Xiangping Liu, Ju-Chun Hsieh, Mia Markey, Huiliang Wang Biomedical Engineering Department

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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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Texas A&M University, Canyon, TX Copyright  2024, American Society for Engineering Education 3Water is chosen as the phase change material for the project, given its ubiquitous presence andextensive use across industries. The exploration of ice nucleation in liquid water holds significanceacross diverse scientific and technological fields, including determining the fundamentalphysicochemical properties of water, atmospheric phenomena, and applications in food[6, 7],pharmaceuticals, and cryobiology[7]. The study delves into the two main pathways of water dropletfreezing: homogeneously[8] and through heterogeneous nucleation catalyzed by ice nucleatingparticles (INPs

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

, such as finger selection, sliding dragging motions, Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference West Texas A&M University, Canyon, TX Copyright ã 2024, American Society for Engineering Education 4component resizing using pinching and expanding motions, are all carried over to screenlessprojection technology, it is likely that this new technology will excel in similar usability aspects. Screenless Interfaces and Heuristics/Design PrinciplesIf screenless projection interfaces are developed in the near future, it is hypothesized that they wouldinherit numerous heuristic and design

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Kenneth R. Leitch P.E., West Texas A&M University

education use to identify at risk students include socio-economicbackground, gender, ethnicity, age, study habits, self-efficacy, academic interest, ACT/SAT scores,and GPA.6, 7, 8, 9 Higher education institutions often allocate a multitude of resources to assiststudents who struggle academically; either relying on academic probation standards or self-identification for identifying students who need these resources. Students report that lack of supportfor rigorous courses as one of the reasons they move out of STEM majors.7 Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference West Texas A&M University, Canyon, TX Copyright  2024, American Society for

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Raj Desai, Midwestern State University

engineering and technology programs. He has research experience with programming, developing online programs in technology, and has several refereed papers on online education, recycling and innovation. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 1 Session XXXX Projects for Waste Reduction in an Intro to Engineering Course AbstractThe main objective of this project in our introduction to engineering course was to find ways ofreducing waste, reusing material, and recycling. Service learning is a form of experiential

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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

Taylor envisions these tools to soon be as standard for students as watchingYouTube videos to better understand lecture materials. This dissonance between the two viewpointsis what gives Dr. Paige the most concern. Will students use AI how they are instructed and do itethically and responsibly on their own? Or if not, how will Dr. Paige integrate those lessons intotheir course and pedagogy to embrace the technology but also encouraging and educating newstudents about how and when they should be using these tools along with the level of healthyskepticism they should hold for any technology as it is being proven over time. This is far from asimple task and may require a complete rework of their courses and potentially a significant portionof the

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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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Copyright © 2024, American Society for Engineering Education 2real-time indoor air quality (IAQ) data within the shuttles to support the community in makinginformed decisions on daily actions such as catching the shuttle timely on campus. IntroductionThe goal of this project is to explore a cost-effective solution for conventional GPS tracking systemsthrough a new approach to asset tracking. The traditional use of GPS for asset tracking requires thatan organization pay for installation, and then a monthly fee for maintenance. In addition, the controlthe organization has over the hardware is dependent on the software provided from the vendor. Thisproject’s

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Benjamin C. Flores, University of Texas at El Paso; Nidia Banuelos, University of Wisconsin - Madison; Dessaray Gorbett; Ariana (Ari) Arciero, University of Texas at El Paso; Ross J. Benbow, University of Wisconsin - Madison

underservedpopulations use to navigate higher education (Yosso, 2005). Assets from students’ communities,families, languages, and cultures bolster their chances for success as they pursue their educationand career goals (Acevedo & Solorzano, 2023). Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference West Texas A&M University, Canyon, TX Copyright  2024, American Society for Engineering Education Figure 1. Proposed connections between Community Cultural Wealth (CCW), professional identity, sense of belonging, and student success. ContextThe University of Texas System has seen consistent growth in

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Arun John Abraham, St. Mary’s University - San Antonio, TX ; Rafael Moras P.E., St. Mary's University; Gopalakrishnan Easwaran, St. Mary's University; PAUL X UHLIG, St. Mary's University

Copyright © 2024, American Society for Engineering Education 3VLOOKUP and MAX function in Excel and formulated for each of the 720 sequences for eachproblem. S. No Variable Description 1. F* = Total Sum of the six job flowtimes for the sequence chosen by following flowtime the heuristic. yielded by using the heuristic 2. Prob (F≤ F*) Probability that F, the total flowtime for any of the sequences will be less than on equal to F*. Lower probabilities will reflect a result closer to the minimum flowtime job permutation in the population. 3. Rank of

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Denise Emily Pahang, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Isabella Treviño, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Jimena B Alegria, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Brooke McGill, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Nehal I. Abu-Lail, Washington State University; Gongchen Sun, The University of Texas at San Antonio

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University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA). I obtained my BS in Microelectronics from Peking University in 2012, PhD in Chemical Engineering from University of Notre Dame in 2017, and completed a postdoc training in Biomedical Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology. My research field is in microfluidics, electrokinetics, systems bioengineering, and innovative engineering education. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 1 Session 44744A Novel Method to Categorize Live, Dead, and Differentiated Neural Stem Cells Using Hydrophobicity and Electrophoretic

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Ryan McGuire, University of New Mexico; Tariq Khraishi, University of New Mexico

, computational and experimental solid mechanics and materials science. He has taught classes in Dynamics, ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 1 Effects of Holes on 3D Printed Polymer in Tension Ryan McGuire, Undergraduate; Tariq Khraishi, Professor Mechanical Engineering University of New Mexico AbstractThe purpose of this study is to examine the effects of holes in 3D printed nylon polymer samplesin tension. Holes in a material can affect the mechanical strength and ductility of the material, aswell as the crack

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Adam Weaver, Baylor University; Joseph Anthony Donndelinger, Baylor University

point of view. In this view, students learn to understand that “the other person’sperception is reality” for that person. The student receiving the feedback can also use the specificexamples to help develop an action plan to address each critique or to enhance the areas whereperforming well. Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference West Texas A&M University, Canyon, TX Copyright  2024, American Society for Engineering Education 6Individual Development PlanStudents receive anonymized feedback from the peer evaluation and assess their performance via awritten reflection including performance

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, “Mentoring in Cooperative Education and Internships: Preparing Protégés for STEM Professions,” Journal of STEM Education: Innovations & Research, Vol. 11, No.1, pp. 17-26.12. Brunhaver, S. R., Korte, R. F., Barley, S. R., Sheppard, S. D., 2017, “Bridging the gaps between engineering education and practice,” In US Engineering in a Global Economy, University of Chicago Press, pp. 129-163.13. Rodriguez, R., Imperial J. M., Montefalcon M. D., Padilla J. R., Trillanes A., Abisado M., 2023, “Comparative Thematic Analysis of Reflections from Physical and Virtual Internship Experiences of Computing Undergraduates Students,” Proceedings of the 11th International Conference on Information and Education Technology (ICIET

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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

project will enhance the current system for abetter arrangement and location of sensors used. IntroductionA capstone project is a key component to assessing a student’s comprehension of the knowledgeobtained throughout their undergraduate studies as well as their readiness to enter the next stage intheir careers. One of the primary benefits of a capstone project is that it helps students bridge the gap Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference West Texas A&M University, Canyon, TX Copyright © 2024, American Society for Engineering Education 2between the

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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

thefundamental concepts of engineering and science, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heattransfer theories to design and build a thermo-fluidic system. They built a pool-boiling unit toobserve various phases of water boiling phenomena. The project is designed as an open-endedproblem that challenges the students to apply the engineering design process, from defining andanalyzing the problem to investigating literature and generating and evaluating alternative solutions.Methods and criteria used to assess the students' learning outcomes and achievements in the project,based on the seven criteria set by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology(ABET)[1], were also implemented while accomplishing the project. Activities in the

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Kenneth R. Leitch P.E., West Texas A&M University; Erick Benjamin Butler, West Texas A&M University; Roy Jean Issa P.E., West Texas A&M University; Anitha Sarah Subburaj, West Texas A&M University

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and Ev ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 1 Twenty Years of Engineering at WTAMU Kenneth R. Leitch, Anitha Subburaj, Roy Issa, Erick Butler West Texas A&M University College of Engineering AbstractEngineering programs began at West Texas A&M University in 2003. Engineering firms andgovernment agencies identified a need to train and keep engineers in the greater Panhandle Regionof the state of Texas. An existing engineering technology program was joined with programs incomputer science and later mathematics along with new engineering

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Nelson Fumo, The University of Texas at Tyler

and their combination. Figure 1. Results Survey Question 1 Figure 2. Results Survey Question 2 Figure 3. Results Survey Question 3 Figure 4. Results Survey Question 4 Figure 5. Results Survey Question 5 Figure 6. Results Survey Question 6 Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference West Texas A&M University, Canyon, TX Copyright © 2024, American Society for Engineering Education 5 Summary and ConclusionsThe author and instructor of the course used the participation in the JUMP into STEM

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Huiliang Wang, University of Texas at Austin; Mia K. Markey, The University of Texas at Austin; Edward Castillo, University of Texas at Austin

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hosts open the Show by introducing the guest and asking a few warmup Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference WestTexasA&MUniversity,Canyon,TX Copyright ã 2024, American Society for Engineering Education 3questions. These questions are focused on general aspects of their career path, such as “What werethe most challenging aspects of being a graduate student at your alma mater?” or “Tell us about yourexperience as a woman/underrepresented minority/international student in engineering”. After a fewquestions are posed by the hosts, the students in the audience are comfortable with being invited

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Md Irfan Khan, The University of Texas at Tyler; Nelson Fumo, The University of Texas at Tyler; Victoria Anna Bassham, The University of Texas at Tyler; Micheal Asama, The University of Texas at Tyler

ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference West Texas A&M University, Canyon, TX Copyright © 2024, American Society for Engineering Education 4approximately the same size. For the duct in the attic, the R-value is determined by using theANSI/ACCA 2 Manual J for residential load calculations. It states that for existingconstruction, the R-value is 8 [8]. For the area of the duct, it was determined that the main lineof the duct should be about 50 linear feet because, assuming the house is 60 feet by 29 feet,this should ensure that the main line can reach rooms at both ends of the house. However, a20% contingency was added for any duct that comes off

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for data analysis an interpretation, and aid in the preparation of engineering calculations and reports.Prof. Lance Manuel, The University of Texas at Austin Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental EngineeringZoe E Chen, University of Texas at AustinJoshua Epps ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 1 Session XXXX How Can Managed Retreat Solutions be Just, Fair, Economical, and Environmentally Sustainable? Mari C. Dalton, Zoe E. Chen, Joshua E. Epps, Lance Manuel