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John W. Brocato, University of Georgia

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to coordinate/facilitate such an expansion, especially as the college’s enrollment andofferings continue to grow.Conclusion and future workUndertakings similar to the ones described in this paper have no doubt taken place at multipleinstitutions over the years. Yet, at least anecdotally, embedding a writing-focused faculty memberand communication-rich activities in an engineering curriculum is still uncommon enough thatmany of the comments from new colleagues at conferences about this work involve some versionof “This is such an important undertaking — I wish we had something similar!” It is a credit toany engineering institution that they would choose to devote funding and resources to enhancingtheir students’ discipline-focused

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Salman Siddiqui, Georgia Southern University; Rami Jubrail Haddad, Georgia Southern University

theintegration of project-based hardware programming applications into the curriculum. Thepaper details a successful implementation of this methodology within a first-year computingcourse, utilizing Arduino and MATLAB as the primary tools. The core of this approach is toimmerse students in hands-on hardware programming projects, aiming to foster a deeperengagement and enthusiasm for engineering applications and computational thinking. Thismethod has demonstrated a significant enhancement in student performance within thecourse. Comprehensive statistical assessment methods were employed to validate theeffectiveness of this teaching model. These included quantitative and qualitative analyses,offering a robust evaluation of the pedagogy's

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Ruba Alamad, Kennesaw State University; Garima Banerjee, Kennesaw State University

and J. Hargitai, The wired professor : a guide to incorporating the World Wide Web in college instruction. New York: New York University Press, 1999. [3] . R. Drew, W. Tietz, and Y. Zhou, “Choosing Synchronous Versus Asynchronous Introductory Accounting Classes: A Data Analytics Approach to Student Advising and Scheduling,” Advances in Accounting Education: Teaching and Curriculum Innovations, vol. 26, pp. 55–76, 2022. [4] L. Watts, “Synchronous and Asynchronous Communication in Distance Learning: A Review of the Literature.,” The Quarterly Review of Distance Education, vol. 17, no. 1, pp. 23–32, Jan. 2016. [5] A. Al Weshah and R. Alamad, “Using Six Sigma to Improve Student Teamwork Experience and Academic

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Simon Thomas Ghanat P.E., The Citadel; Deirdre D Ragan, The Citadel

entrepreneurial mindset at The Citadel, EML isintegrated in an Engineering Probability and Statistics course, in an Introduction to GeotechnicalEngineering course, and in a first-year seminar course via problem-based learning, geotechnicalfailure analysis, and several case studies, respectively. EML is incorporated into junior and seniorlevel Materials classes via a problem-solving studio approach, directing students to activelyconnect what information is given, what assumptions can be made, and what additionalinformation is needed. This approach is applied to foundational concepts in Materials includingatomic packing, material density, phase diagrams, and material processing. Additionally, EML isincorporated into junior level Engineering Design courses

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

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computer engineering technology13 and lean systems engineering programs have been proposed and developed at the University of14 Kentucky, consolidating technical and recruiting components from 2-year technical colleges and15 4-year universities. Two new programs are designed based on innovative pedagogical approaches16 of Reimagining Engineering Technology Education, a strategic and industry-integrated multi-17 disciplinary training program to propel these innovative pathways that link these institutions. A18 new curriculum supporting disadvantaged student groups and more diverse student groups19 promotes the enrollment of minority group students, which is significantly higher (46 %) than20 other programs (17 %) in the Pigman

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Sylmarie Davila-Montero, The Citadel

essential skill for budding engineers, particularly in the realmof Electrical and Computer Engineering. CT can be broadly defined as a problem-solvingtechnique that involves dissecting complex problems into manageable steps, suitable forcomputer execution. Typically, students begin honing their CT skills during their initialprogramming-related courses. However, these courses often entail a steep learning curve asstudents grapple with programming rules, language syntax, and the array of tools at theirdisposal. For freshman electrical engineering students, who may perceive programming as anextraneous domain, this presents a unique challenge.This paper will describe the approach that was taken in an Introduction to Computer Applicationsfor Electrical

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Ayse Tekes, Kennesaw State University; Razvan Cristian Voicu, Kennesaw State University; Coskun Tekes

Students’ Programming Skills Through Hands-On Learning Activities Designed in MATLAB Live EditorAbstractWith the advances and rapid improvements in technology, engineering students are expected to haveprogramming skills to keep up with the evolving demands in their fields. However, among thevarious engineering programs including mechatronics and robotics, computer, and electrical,mechanical engineering students face the biggest challenge. While they are known to be goodproblem solvers, they often encounter struggles in programming. This challenge primarily stemsfrom the limited programming courses offered in the curriculum and a lack of exposure to low-costdata acquisition systems like Arduino within their

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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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David Calamas, Georgia Southern University

with the Nusselt number correlation of their preference. By focusing on specific correlations in the curriculum, instructors provide clarity for students and reduce the likelihood of answers that fall outside default numeric tolerances. 2. To address the inherent ambiguity arising from the multitude of Nusselt number correlations, instructors may opt to create custom problems tailored to the specific correlation they want to emphasize. By crafting problems that align with a chosen correlation, instructors can align assessments with their teaching objectives and reduce the potential for discrepancies caused by the diversity of valid correlations. This approach enhances the coherence between

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

liberal arts and engineering [12], [13], [14]. The engineering education literature onthe topic, in both tone and conclusion, leans toward pessimism; perhaps liberal arts criticalthinking and engineering problem solving are like oil and water: useful in their own applications,interesting in their interactions, but fundamentally unmixable.One space where the liberal arts are often forced into the engineering curriculum is through non-technical introduction to engineering courses. Where such courses are often taken by non-STEMmajors, this approach seeks to bring engineering to the liberal arts course of study [15]. Moreoften, introduction to engineering courses have enough space in their learning objectives toinclude a lecture, assignment or

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Hoda Ghassab, Tennessee Technological University; Priyanka Mahajan, Tennessee Technological University; Pedro E. Arce, Tennessee Technological University; Andrea Arce-Trigatti, Tallahassee Community College

conservation in predicting the type of velocity functionsas a prerequisite to the application of momentum conservation equations to determine the actualvelocity profile. Adopting a practitioner-based approach, we leverage cycles of inquiry1 that areguided by the six elements of the Renaissance Foundry Model2 (herein the Foundry) to explorethe role of kinematics of fluid flow as implemented in a undergraduate engineering curriculum. Inparticular, we identify the Challenge, review the fundamental concepts of the kinematics of theparticle to formulate the Organization Tools, and identify related Resources to this challenge.Subsequently, Knowledge Acquisition will guide the understanding of important connections withthe kinematic of flow, and then we will

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Steven Wright, Georgia State University

Law and Technology Adoption: Navigating Technology Adoption Challenges. He has worked professionally in four coun- tries and is an author of more than 50 US patents and multiple conference and journal publications – see https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6958-281X ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 2024 ASEE Southeastern Section Conference Engineers as Agents of Technological Change: Ethical Challenges of Technology AdoptionAbstractTechnology adoption involves using new or existing technologies in various settings, whichincreases the opportunity for ethical challenges. Technology adoption implicates engineeringethics, as

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Tim Ransom, Clemson University; Randi Sims, Clemson University; Jessica Allison Manning, Clemson University

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projects with an emphasis on statistical analyses and big data.Ms. Jessica Allison Manning, Clemson University Jessica Manning is a graduate student in the Department of Engineering and Science Education at Clem- son University. She is also a Graduate Administrative Assistant for the Bioengineering Department and assists with advising students throughout their academic careers. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Community Cultural Wealth from an Engineering and Science Education Department Abstract Asset-based frameworks are used to describe the strengths that individuals bring to new situations, including graduate

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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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capabilities, Python, and DALL-E,enhancing its functionality and providing a comprehensive platform for educational assistance.In this study:'Y' (Educational Interests) explored are: - General Education Courses topics - Major-Specific Courses topics - Elective Courses topics - Beyond Curriculum topics (Career Development, Skills Enhancement, etc.)'Y' (Engagement Spectrum) explored are: - Forerunners: Always at the forefront, first to adopt new ideas and technologies. - Steady Engagers: Consistent and reliable in participation, regularly contributing. - Gradual Engagers: Initially less engaged, becoming more involved over time. - Silent Engagers: Quietly engaged, need observation and reflection over vocal participation. - Unsure

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

Engineering Education, 2024provides a strong foundation for further education and future employment opportunities asstudied by Marques et al. [5].Data Analytics in STEM EducationBrown et al. [6] integrated data analytics in engineering education to address technical require-ments from a multicomplex environment perspective concept using data analytics tools such asIBM Watson Analytics. The results obtained from a multi-complex environment have aided stu-dents and improved their decision approach to quantify data accuracy and project requirements.The integration of analytics tools fostered the engineering students the ability to forecast require-ments and create new methods critical to their engineering design.Data analytics was also added to a core

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Paul Amoruso, University of Central Florida; Ozlem O Garibay, University of Central Florida; Laurie O Campbell, University of Central Florida; Ronald F. DeMara P.E., University of Central Florida

Self- Regulated Learning Skills and Motivation for At-Risk Students in a First-Year Experience Course—An Action Research Study’, University of South Carolina, 2020.[12] R. F. DeMara, N. Khoshavi, S. Pyle, J. Edison, R. Hartshorne, B. Chen, M. Georgiopoulos, “Redesigning Computer Engineering Gateway Courses using a novel Remediation Hierarchy,” in Proceedings of American Association for Engineering Education National Conference (ASEE-16), New Orleans, LA, USA, June 26 – 29, 2016.[13] B. Chen, R. F. DeMara, S. Salehi and R. Hartshorne, "Elevating Learner Achievement Using Formative Electronic Lab Assessments in the Engineering Laboratory: A Viable Alternative to Weekly Lab Reports," in IEEE Transactions on Education

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Elizabeth Zanin Flanagan, Clemson University; Kassidy Y. Maron, Clemson University; Angelina Cotto, Clemson University; Isha Vishal Raj, Clemson University; Ben S. Fields, Clemson University; Elijah Austin Wilbanks, Clemson University; Karen A High, Clemson University

Paper ID #41030WIP Nurturing Novice Researchers: An Exploration of UndergraduateStudent Experiences in a Creativity Inquiry Research ClassElizabeth Zanin Flanagan, Clemson University Libby Flanagan is a current doctoral candidate in the Engineering and Science Education Department at Clemson University. She received her B.S. in Biosystems Engineering from the Clemson University Honors Program in 2017, along with a minor in Spanish Language Studies. She completed a two-year teaching appointment with Teach for America in 2019, where she taught 6th-grade math and computer science in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She earned her M.S. in

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David S Greenburg, The Citadel; Eva Theresa Singleton, The Citadel Military College; James Righter, The Citadel

knowledge,which has a positive and efficient effect on their academic performance and achievement [3]. © American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 2024 ASEE Southeastern Section ConferenceStudents often view quantitative methods courses as difficult due to the nature of the learninggoals (i.e., applying, analyzing, evaluating, and creating) which are, in terms of Bloom’sTaxonomy complex and cognitively demanding [4]. As part of the process for developing a newquantitative methods course, faculty undertook a thorough review of the ConstructionEngineering curriculum, ABET requirements, and current teaching approaches. The remainder ofthis paper provides a background of the Citadel’s

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Bryn Elizabeth Seabrook, University of Virginia

VirginiaAbstractNontechnical engineering skills are integral to the successful practice of the engineeringprofession. However, the dominant image of engineering rarely evokes ideas of typing pages ofprose. A field that has been adopted into the engineering curriculum to help engage engineeringstudents in higher education is Science, Technology, and Society (STS). As an interdisciplinaryfield, STS offers an active-learning environment to refine nontechnical engineering skills likeproblem-solving and communication. One recent question amongst STS scholars for engineersis: what role will generative AI play in the learning process for written communication? Perhapsone question that has not received as much attention is how this kind of AI could be beneficial inuniversity

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Kristin Kelly Frady, Clemson University; Randi Sims, Clemson University

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are many new areas to explore in engineering education research related to digital transfer419 tools. Future research should explore the student use and perceptions of digital transfer tools.420 Research should also focus on utilizing existing resources (to prevent duplication) while tailoring421 digital transfer tools to the unique and specific context of engineering transfer. Also, new tools422 should focus on innovative ways to digitally build transfer student capital. It is also crucial that423 as research and new tools are evolving that a focus on an assets-based approach is maintained. © American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 2023 ASEE

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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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Engineering Education, 2024 Ethics Case Study Project: Broadening STEM Participation by Normalizing Immersion of Diverse Groups in Peer to Near Peer CollaborationsAbstractTo successfully broaden the participation of underrepresented racially minoritized students inscience, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), students from all demographic groups mustroutinely work together in STEM as a cohesive community. A Mutual Benefit Approach (MBA)is a way to create longstanding partnerships between members of the community, academia, non-governmental organizations (NGO) to develop equitable opportunities for students from alldemographic groups to engage together in STEM. One of the primary objectives for MBA is toprovide a continuous series of

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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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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.Tonika JonesJodi Angela DoherDr. Kurtis Gurley, University of FloridaDr. Jeremy A. Magruder Waisome, University of Florida Dr. Jeremy A. Magruder Waisome is an Assistant Professor in the Engineering Education Department at the University of Florida (UF). Her research focuses on self-efficacy and critical mentoring. She is pas- sionate about broadening participation in engineering, leveraging evidence-based approaches to improve the

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Rahul Sharan Renu, Francis Marion University; Paul Zwiers, Francis Marion University

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and $300. If true testing isto be performed, then multiple units of these sensors will be needed which can increase the costsignificantly.The multidisciplinary two-semester design-and-build project was successful in simulatingmultiple real-world scenarios. It allowed students to discover aspects of engineering that go wellbeyond a textbook. None of the logistical challenges identified are too big to solve. Such projectswill continue to be implemented in the engineering curriculum at FMU.1. Introduction/BackgroundFrancis Marion University (FMU) is a liberal arts, Primarily Undergraduate Institution (PUI)with an enrollment of 3,752 (about 90% undergraduate students) as of Fall 2022. As of Fall2021, about 40% of the undergraduate population

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

. Weber, G. Agussa and T. Wilbur, "A Fully Interdisciplinary Approach to Capstone Design Courses," in American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference and Exposition, Austin, 2009.[6] S. Northup, "A Multipdisciplinary Senior Design Project-Redsigned to Increase Interdisciplinary Interaction," in ASEE Annual Comgress and Exposition, Vancouver, 2011.[7] K. M. Weber and H. Keim, "Meeting the Needs of Generation Z College Students through Out-of- Class Interactions," About Campus, vol. 26, no. 2, pp. 10-16, 2021 doi.org/10.1177/1086482220971272.[8] A. Spence, k. Beasley, H. Gravenkemper, A. Hoefler, A. Ngo, D. Ortiz and J. Campisi, "Social media use while listening to new material negatively affects short-term memory in

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

students with in-class activities, and assign as a homework. The open-access virtual labdeveloped in MATLAB Simscape consists of 9 submodules with selected content from the targetedcourses including the demonstration of mobility, linkage design, position, velocity analysis,buckling and compression beam deformations, undesired vibrations formed by imbalancedrotational forces, damping effects on the speed of engine piston. The future considerations will befocused on the compilation of the developed virtual lab to run as a stand-alone package andenhanced with AI tools to assist the user.ACKNOWLEDGEMENTSThis work is supported by the MathWorks curriculum grant.REFERENCES1. Stone, Robert B., and Daniel A. McAdams. "The touchy-feely side of engineering

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Amy Borello Gruss, Kennesaw State University ; Nicholas Anthony Clegorne

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Collective Orientation score and positive interview data was collected from thediverse population that participated, which varied in year, major, race/ethnicity, and gender. Thisstudy shows VTS can be a powerful, free, low-stakes tool to help increase team cohesion andefficiency in any course.IntroductionThe ability to work in teams is a vital skill for engineers when designing for and responding todesign challenges in their professional careers; however, developing this interpersonal skill isoften insufficient across the curriculum as there is a lack of consensus among instructors on howto teach teamwork skills to undergraduate engineering students [1]. For example, it is commonfor engineering design classes to engage in group work that provides a

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Mohammad Abdul Ahad, Georgia Southern University; Thomas Murphy, Georgia Southern University; Rami Jubrail Haddad, Georgia Southern University

flexibility for students to printmaterials as needed.ENGR 2323, which is mandatory for Electrical and Computer Engineering majors, is offeredin multiple sections across two campuses during the fall and spring semesters. The course,comprising 2 credit hours with 4 contact hours weekly, is the students’ initial hardware-basedlaboratory experience, following the prerequisite course, Logic Circuit Design (ENGR2332). It maintains uniformity in curriculum, content, textbooks, software, and learningoutcomes across both campuses, with identical lab equipment at each location.The course’s inherent complexity, stemming from the use of CAD software, discrete logic,powered protoboards, FPLD development boards, and bench equipment like oscilloscopesand logic

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Stephen Strain, University of Memphis; Andrew Blass Watson, The University of Memphis; Matthew Hale, The University of Memphis

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the biomedical engineering department at UM.Andrew Blass Watson, The University of Memphis A. Blass Watson, a biomedical engineering doctoral candidate at the University of Memphis, received his bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering from Mississippi State University in 2016. He worked at the Social Therapeutic and Robotic Systems (STaRS) lab and the Center for Advanced Vehicular Systems (CAVS). His work involved redesigning systems to mimic biological counterparts, exploring new mate- rials for rapid prototyping, and developing mechanical systems for robotics focused on human-computer interaction with both civilians and law enforcement. Since starting his studies at the University of Mem- phis in 2017, under

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Raghu Pucha, Georgia Institute of Technology; Shivani Kundalia, Georgia Institute of Technology

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print) focusing on form design and team projectsfocusing on functional design and animations using CAD.Diversity interventions in team projectsThe diversity that is increasingly part of American society needs to be reflected in the studentbody, faculty and staff, approaches to teaching, and in the curriculum (Orfield 2001). Recentstudies have also shown that racial diversity can improve educational outcomes such as complexthinking among students in college. In STEM fields such as engineering, encouraging inclusivityamong undergraduate students from different economic, social, or racial and ethnic backgroundscan produce greater perceived learning gains.The impact of diversity on students' self-perceived improvement through multicultural

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javad khazaii, kennesaw state university; Ali Khazaei; Aaron Lee Adams, Kennesaw State University

undergraduate degree. In the following paragraphs, authors introducesome of these techniques briefly and following that offer their proposal for structuring anundergraduate course to enable undergraduate students to be better critical thinkers, leaders, anddecision makers in their after-school carriers, based on the state-of-the-art decision-making tools.Even though some of these methods are taught in different levels as an elective course mainlytargeting graduate students, but to the best of the author’s knowledge, such collective course inundergraduate level does not exists, and can be a great addition to all the undergraduateengineering (and non-engineering) curriculums in different universities.In this section, authors single out a few advanced