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Sylmarie Davila-Montero, The Citadel

Engineers class to nurture and evaluate CT among freshman electrical engineeringstudents. The primary objective was to cultivate proficiency in programming concepts,engineering design, and computational thinking while employing Python and the Micro:Bitplatform to construct a functional Morse code machine as their final class project. This hands-onproject bridged the gap between theory and application, rendering abstract concepts tangible andfostering a deeper understanding of programming principles. Students were also required toapply programming knowledge to interface with sensors and actuators present in the Micro:Bitplatform.Overall, students engaged in a multifaceted learning experience, combining both theoretical andpractical elements. They

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Xiang Zhao, Alabama A&M University; Showkat Chowdhury, Alabama A&M University; Tamara Chowdhury, Alabama A&M University

course on product manufacturing in the industrial engi-neering curriculum [7]. The pedagogical method was developed by first analyzing and compar-ing product manufacturing processes and data analytics techniques. Then the result of this anal-ogy was used to develop a teaching and learning method for data analytics. For implementationand validation purposes, a Project Based Learning (ProjBL) approach was adopted, in which stu-dents used the methodology to complete real-world data analytics projects. Data from students'grades shows that this approach improved their performance [7].Recently, Bonfert-Taylor et al. [8] developed multiple data science modules for various engineer-ing and social science courses using R and MATLAB tools. In addition

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Brian Aufderheide, Hampton University; Makeda Alethea Wilkes

accentuate this reality prior to each exam inthe class. Overall, the students have shown increased efficacy resulting in higher grades for thesecond and third exams due to the final project being introduced. It also is nice way to introducesomething that has similar complexity for regulating actual unit operations in industry.IntroductionControl SpaceThe vastness of control theory is summarized in Figure 1. Control is a subject taught to allengineers except for civil, and yet seems like an island of its own. The unique jargon taken frommechanical, electrical, etc. can be daunting to an undergraduate student. Coupled with the oftenoverreliance of dealing with linear systems in the Laplace Domain and control can come across asa very esoteric subject

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Brian Aufderheide, Hampton University; LaNika M. Barnes, Albemarle County Public Schools (Charlottesville, Virginia); Otsebele E Nare, Hampton University; Garrick E. Louis, University of Virginia; Daniel Webster Fairley II, 100 Black Men of Central Virginia

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Educator in Charlottesville, VA, holds degrees in Environmental Science and Religious Studies from North Carolina Wesleyan College. Prior to her teaching role, she served as an Academic Advisor for undergraduates and worked as a Chemist for a major pharmaceutical company. LaNika’s expertise lies in STEM education, specifically biological and environmental sciences, and she excels in student support research, project management, and Cul- turally Responsive Teaching methods. Committed to fostering inclusive learning environments, she is passionate about empowering students and promoting educational equity.Dr. Otsebele E Nare, Hampton University Otsebele Nare is an Associate Professor in the Electrical and Computer

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Philip Lee, University of Kentucky; David Parsley, University of Kentucky; Nelson Kudzo Akafuah, University of Kentucky

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these institu-24 tions. RETE is built through strategic collaboration and inquiry-driven learning to create an en-25 gaged and diverse community of practice among all stakeholders and sustain new ways of think-26 ing, interacting, teaching, learning, and working. The ET department at the UK and the 2+2 ar-27 rangement with BCTC is a foundational step toward meeting the vision. Though designed around28 hands-on practice, the current ET curriculum utilizes traditional pedagogy, including laboratory29 classes, industrial projects in the capstone classes, and additional practical experience opportuni-30 ties through co-ops and internships. The RETE program, though, will allow UK to take the new31 department further, revolutionizing

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Arezou Shafaghat, Kennesaw State University; Mohammad Jonaidi; Hoseoen Lee; Craig A Chin, Kennesaw State University; Ali Keyvanfar, Kennesaw State University

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thechallenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, is a critical area of exploration. Tzavara et al. [4]examine the use of "e-me," a personal learning environment, to illustrate how digital tools cansupport personalized learning experiences both within and outside traditional classroom settings.This study showcases the potential of technology in creating adaptive learning environments thatcan cater to individual learning paths, track progress, and provide feedback tailored to eachstudent's needs.Personalized education also necessitates a rethinking of curriculum design and assessmentmethods. Traditional curricula, which often follow a linear and standardized format, may notalign well with the principles of personalized learning. Instead, curricula need to

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Cameron W. Coates P.E., Kennesaw State University; June Erskine, Fulton County Schools

senior design capstone course that consists of Electricaland Computer, Industrial and Mechanical Engineering majors. This course was developed at theUniversity of Houston in 2003, the authors implemented changes in which many traditionaltopics were dropped for more “hands on” experiences. Redekopp et al [5] described a programpiloted in 2008 which integrated an Electrical and Computer Engineering capstone course with aproduct development and branding marketing course. An “integrated assignment” model wasadopted, in which students collaborated on assignments from their respective courses. Apreliminary assessment showed that the students had an increased propensity forinterdisciplinary and eventual transdisciplinary work after taking the course

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Priya T Goeser, Georgia Southern University, Armstrong Campus; Thomas Murphy, Georgia Southern University

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Ambassador Program.Dr. Thomas Murphy, Georgia Southern University Dr. Thomas Murphy is an Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Georgia South- ern University-Armstrong Campus. He received his PhD and M.E. in Electrical and Computer Engineer- ing from the University of Florida and his B.S. in Electric ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 An Initial Perspective on the Implementation of an Engineering Ambassador ProgramAbstractThe Eagle Engineering Ambassadors (EEA) Program was first developed in Fall 2022 andlaunched in Spring 2023. The EEA Program is a mentorship based program involving GeorgiaSouthern University’s Armstrong

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Timothy A Wood, The Citadel; Gregory J. Mazzaro, The Citadel; Kevin Skenes, The Citadel

many notes as you need to accomplish all of the Chapter Objectives (listed on the first page of the PDF, page 39 of the book).Eide, Jenison, Northup and Mickelson’s Engineering Fundamentals and Problem SolvingChapter 17 [23]Learning Objectives • Describe and illustrate formative content, comparative analysis, design outcomes, design cycle, societal impacts, and career opportunities for engineering and each of the disciplines and subdisciplines. o Electrical and Computer EngineeringInstructions • Read Chapter 17 of "Engineering Fundamentals & Problem Solving" by Eide et. al. (pages 1-20 of the PDF, pages 379-398 of the book). You do not need to read the remainder of the chapter. • As

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Marino Nader, University of Central Florida; Qiushi Fu, University of Central Florida

. Upon completion of his Ph.D. he began working in the Aerospace Industry where he spent over 10 years as a Stress Analyst/Consultant. At present he enjoys working on Distributed Electric Propulsion (DEP) with his students, designing, analyzing, constructing and flying Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. Dr. Nader won a few awards in the past few years, among these are the College of Engineering Award of Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching (2023), Excellence in Faculty Academic Advising for the Department of Mechanical Engineering (2020). In addition, he is also a Co-PI on the NSF-supported HSI Implementation and Evaluation Project: Enhancing Student Success in Engineering Curriculum through Active e-Learning and High Impact

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Matthew J. Traum, University of Florida; Amit Shashikant Jariwala, Georgia Institute of Technology; Christopher Aliperti, United States Military Academy; Randall A. Emert; Arwen H. DeCostanza

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Milwaukee School of Engineering faculty as well as co-founding the Mechanical and Energy Engineering Department at the University of North Texas – Denton. Traum received Ph.D. and M.S. degrees in mechanical engineering from MIT, and he holds dual B.S. degrees from the UC Irvine in mechanical and aerospace engineering.Dr. Amit Shashikant Jariwala, Georgia Institute of Technology Dr. Amit Jariwala is the Director of Design & Innovation for the School of Mechanical Engineering at Georgia Tech. He develops and maintains industry partnerships to support experiential, entrepreneurial, and innovative learning experiences within the academic curriculum of the school. He is a Woodruff School Teaching Fellow and strives to

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Matthew J. Traum, University of Florida; Tonika Jones; Jodi Angela Doher; Kurtis Gurley, University of Florida; Jeremy A. Magruder Waisome, University of Florida; Adrienne Leigh Provost, University of Florida

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-efficacy portion of the survey instrument is the NewGeneral Self-Efficacy Scale by Chen et al. [16]. In addition to the core self-efficacy questions, 14cultural competence questions were embedded in the survey using the same 5-point Likert scale.These cultural competence questions are referenced in this paper’s appendix.An identical exit survey was administered via Canvas at the conclusion of the project. Of the 12U.S. participants, N = 10 completed both surveys, which enabled application of two-tailedWilcoxon Signed Rank Tests to evaluate participant self-reported cultural competence changesinduced by STEMTank VE participation.Results: ProgrammaticParticipants synthesized information from synchronous online lectures on CAD, 3D printing, anddesign

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Lucas Verdan Arcanjo Schwenck; Andrea Contreras-Esquen; Richard Woods; Ayse Tekes, Kennesaw State University

for Engineering Education, 2024 2024 ASEE Southeastern Section Conference Virtual Laboratory for Mechanisms and Machine Design CoursesAbstractTeaching and learning abstract topics taught in mechanisms and machines, machine dynamics, andmechanical vibrations courses are difficult since the content is highly mathematical and there arenot adequate resources available for the faculty and engineering students to visualize the topic inthe classroom. Additionally, such courses are delivered in traditional formats and students arepassive learners. Although students engage more in laboratories, mechanisms, and machinescourses don’t have lab components unlike vibrations and control labs or electrical/mechatronicsand