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John William Lynch, University of Cincinnati; Sheryl A. Sorby, University of Cincinnati; Betsy M. Aller, Western Michigan University; Teri J Murphy, University of Cincinnati

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Paper ID #44673Developing a Writing Rubric to Answer Research Questions (not forGrading!)Mr. John William Lynch, University of Cincinnati I am an engineering and computing education PhD student at the University of Cincinnati. My interests are in retention of computer science students and improving Computer Science education for undergraduates by leveraging current technology. I am also interested in exploring the links between spatial skills and computer science, particularly how they can contribute to success in computer science. My overarching goal is to increase the retention rate for studying Computer Science at all

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Chan-Jin Chung, Lawrence Technological University; Joshua E Siegel, Michigan State University; Mark Wilson, Michigan State University

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software development andevaluation using real vehicles on real test courses, (3) strengthen their confidence, self-guidedcapabilities, and research skills, and (4) increase the number of students, including those fromdiverse backgrounds and technical disciplines, interested in graduate programs to ultimatelyprovide a quality research and development workforce to both academia and industry.Over the initial two years, a cohort of 8 diverse students each year learned fundamentalself-driving and computer networking skills including coding for drive-by-wire vehicles,computer vision, use of localization, and interpretation of richer sensor data, as well as networkand communication protocols. The students were introduced to research ideation and

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La'Tonia Stiner-Jones PhD, MBA, The Ohio State University

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demographic data of the participants.ConclusionThe data from the three years of our initial REU SITE program indicate we were successful ataccomplishing our aims. Moreover, participants believed the program was beneficial andprepared them for success when applying for graduate admission and completing an advanced Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference 4 Copyright © 2024, American Society for Engineering Educationdegree. Our program also increased access to research for various groups of students includingbut not limited to Pell eligible students, URMs and women. Despite the markedunderrepresentation of students from minoritized backgrounds in engineering, we were able

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Erik Fredericks, Grand Valley State University

. Delve the Dungeon - Roguelike Research Platform for Fuzz TestingThis section presents our work-in-progress experimental framework, Delve the Dungeon.We describe the application itself, discuss fuzz testing and its application to the video gamedomain, discuss our initial requirements and validation methods for this project, and present thenext steps for this project within each section. Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference Copyright © 2024, American Society for Engineering Education 2 a. Overview of ApplicationDelve the Dungeon is a roguelike game that follows the Python tcod

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Omar H Albalawi, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center , University of Tabuk; Ali Alhawiti, Western Michigan University

incorporates diverse academic disciplines,community projects, and research initiatives to impact and nurture holistic innovation ideasamong the student engineers. The program design integrates AI-driven techniques thatintelligently match students with projects that align with their strengths and academic pursuits.This ensures optimized team dynamics as well as enhanced project outcomes. Additionally,students are exposed to tried and true engineering management methodologies, especially LeanSix Sigma. These methodologies instill a mindset of continuous improvement, waste reduction,and process optimization in students, which are critical skills in management andentrepreneurship. The design of the proposed program emerged after reviewing numerous

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Andrew James Goodling, Grand Valley State University; Erik Fredericks, Grand Valley State University; Sara Jo Alsum-Wassenaar, Grand Valley State University

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. Features of Walk and Draw include a custom pen-tipselection menu, user-defined stamping canvas tools, and integrated GPS background tracking.Additionally, this project includes custom CSS and HTML elements for style and layout,respectively. b. Initial RequirementsThis project was conceptualized as a method to augment existing practices for guided walks,where students currently use printed maps and markers to record their thoughts and experiences.The derivation of requirements for Walk and Draw was a collaborative process betweenfaculty and undergraduate researchers, where feature desires were discussed, prioritized, andtranslated to technical possibilities. Moreover, the derivation process was useful from a studentperspective in

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Jiansen Wang; Shantanu Gupta, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Mary E. Johnson Ph.D., Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)

-Around Taxiways onreducing the impact of runway/taxiway intersections on taxi times.Educators and students may use the basic simulation model in this paper as an example fordeveloping discrete-event simulation models of airports, build and apply deconfliction rules,vary traffic flow, collect simulation data, and run experiments. The model in this paper wasdeveloped for verification purposes only, and further data collection and research is needed forthe validation of the model. Students and educators may use this paper as an example fordemonstrating initial model development and verification steps. Students may learn datacollection and data analysis techniques, simulation concepts, and modelling skills from thispaper

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Omar Abed Alkarim Darwish, Eastern Michigan University; Suleiman A. Ashur P.E., Eastern Michigan University; Lada Protcheva, Eastern Michigan University

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identifying key elementscontributing to pedestrian accidents involving vulnerable individuals, the research aims to deploythe simulated design using a physical robot for testing and evaluation. The NAO robot’s step-by-step actions, guided by its camera and sensors, seek to assist pedestrians in safe road crossings.Future advancements include integrating advanced machine learning algorithms for enhancedaccuracy in pedestrian recognition and crossing actions. This interdisciplinary initiative aims to enhance urban mobility by promoting safety andinclusivity. While this research has demonstrated the potential of robot assistance in pedestriancrossings at a small lab scale, further advancement to full-scale implementation in real-worldenvironments is

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Morgan Elaine Bartley, West Virginia University; Andrew C. Nix, West Virginia University; Brian D. Woerner, West Virginia University

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-long sessions, ensuring alignment with the team'seducational needs. This training is given every two months for one hour and will focus onproviding tools for understanding DEI initiatives, implicit bias, and allyship. We have alsorequired graduate research assistants to be Safe Zone Trained. Additionally, open dialogue isencouraged by fostering small group discussions during team meetings and events.The intended impact of these efforts is to elevate team members' understanding of DEI topics,fostering a sense of belonging and inclusivity. The data-driven techniques provide tangibleevidence of team members' engagement and the impact of training on their perceptions. Thisbuilds a foundation for team members to develop a shared understanding

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Reza Harirforoush, Cleveland State University

, PBL engage students in collaborative projects that necessitate critical thinking,creativity, and effective communication skills7. Through meaningful tasks, students not onlyacquire subject knowledge but also develop a profound understanding of how to apply thatknowledge in practical situations. Research conducted by Kuppuswamy and Mhakure5 shows the notable advantages ofemploying PBL in engineering education. PBL engages students in addressing complex, real-worldproblems, providing opportunities for collaborative work on authentic issues. It fosters thedevelopment of presentation skills, time management, and abilities directly relevant to theirprofessional careers8. This emphasizes the transformative potential of PBL in enriching

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Catherine Molloseau, Grand Valley State University

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student performance.ResultsThis is a correlational research study, and data was collected over three semesters from 2022 to2023 where a total of 172 of the 405 enrolled students (42%) volunteered to participate. Afterreview, 35 participants were disqualified from the study due to either having previously taken thecourse or graduating from a high school outside the state of Michigan.Initial Survey ResultsData from the initial survey is summarized in Table 1 and Figures 1-3 below. According to Figure1, 59% of the students had no prior computer science experience before entering college while26% reported having some level of experience such as through a semester/trimester elective,FIRST Robotics or summer camp (Table 1). The remaining 15% of

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Claudio Freitas, Purdue University Fort Wayne

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Section 1 Section 2 Section 3 Section 4 Spring 2023 23 students 20 students 20 students 20 students Spring 2024 24 students 16 students 24 students 21 studentsData Collection Data collection is being carried out in several distinct phases. The initial phase, in Spring2023, involved the researcher's direct observations, research journal, and reflections whileteaching the narrative pedagogy. The subsequent phase, currently underway in Spring 2024, hasreceived institutional IRB approval and involves student-produced artifacts and surveys. Thefinal phase, planned for Spring 2025, will adopt a quasi-experimental design to collect

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Aja Rachel Bettencourt-Mccarthy, University of Cincinnati; Matthew Sleep, University of Cincinnati

variety of constraints including time, location, class size, and workload preventfaculty from developing community partnerships/clients for all their student projects.This paper will discuss ways to use tools like personas in combination with secondary researchto mimic many of the benefits associated with community partnerships. We provide suggestionsfor partnerships with campus units, discuss the impact of these tools in one civil engineeringcourse, and explore areas for future research. Examples of defining and exploring communitypartners in these courses will be presented.IntroductionProject-based learning is core to many first-year engineering, engineering design, andengineering capstone courses and research has shown that students gain

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Marina Almeida, Eastern Michigan University; Qin Hu, Eastern Michigan University

with concentration levels, the proposed systemaims to deliver timely alerts, prompting users to refocus when attention falls below a predefinedlevel. Consequently, avoiding prolonged distractions and encouraging a greater self-awareness ofthe issue.This research aims to create a comprehensive warning system by combining EEG technology withdeep learning techniques. According to some research, it may be possible to determine a person'slevel of concentration by monitoring the frequency ranges of different areas of the brain.Therefore, the initial phase of this project involves non-invasive data collection using a 16-channel EEG cap, complemented by Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) analysis to extract featureslinked to active and passive tasks. During

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Eric McKanna, Ohio Northern University; Firas Hassan, Ohio Northern University

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Paper ID #44617Enhancing Student Understanding of Digital logic and ComputerArchitecture Through Turing Complete Game ChallengesEric McKanna, Ohio Northern UniversityDr. Firas Hassan, Ohio Northern University Firas Hassan is an associate professor at Ohio Northern University. He got his Ph.D. from The university of Akron. His research interest are in the area of embedded computing of real-time image processing techniques. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Enhancing Student Understanding of Digital Logic and Computer Architecture Through Turing Complete Game Challenges

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Bilal Alhawamdeh, Western Michigan University; M Muchson; Ahmad Mohammad Rasheed Al-Bodour, Western Michigan University

Paper ID #44704Sustainability Components Assessment of Engineering Design CapstoneProjectsDr. Bilal Alhawamdeh, Western Michigan University Dr. Bilal Alhawamdeh, a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Western Michigan University, is a distinguished Senior Research Associate with a keen interest in integrating sustainablity in engineering education. His career is marked by the development of innovative educational programs and curricula, emphasizing the integration of sustainability into engineering studies. Dr. Alhawamdeh is a proponent of smart technology in classrooms and has supervised numerous senior capstone and student

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Mohammed Ferdjallah, Marshall University; Asad Salem, Marshall University

statistical data analysis. As an electrical and biomedical engineering scientist, he conducted research in computer modeling of the brain, cranial electrical stimulation (CES), electrical impedance tomography, electrode design, and EMG and muscle action potentials and ions channels simulation & modeling. His technical research interests include digital systems, embedded, systems, computer architecture, adaptive and system identification, modeling and simulation, and signal and image processing. His clinical research interests include impacts of chronic diseases in elderly (such as Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, and diabetes), innovative technol- ogy for drug addiction treatment and prevention, medical records

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Anne M Lucietto, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Diane L Peters P.E., Kettering University

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Working Mothers That Actually Works. Journal of the Motherhood Initiative for Research and Community Involvement (2017).4 Henley, I. M., Lucietto, A. M. & Peters, D. L. Managing Work-life Balance: A Study of Social Media Network ‘Engineering Working Moms’. International Journal of Gender, Science and Technology 15, 166-192 (2023).5 Timms, C., Brough, P. & Chan, X. W. C. in Flexible Work 35-47 (Routledge, 2020).6 Ray, T. K. & Pana-Cryan, R. Work flexibility and work-related well-being. International journal of environmental research and public health 18, 3254 (2021).7 Kim, J., Henly, J. R., Golden, L. M. & Lambert, S. J. Workplace flexibility and worker well‐being by gender. Journal of

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Mary E. Johnson Ph.D., Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Gustavo Adolfo Sanchez, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)

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Paper ID #44595Implementation of a Semester-long, Real-World Problem Project in aCritical Systems Thinking CourseProf. Mary E. Johnson Ph.D., Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI) Mary E. Johnson is a Professor and Associate Head for Graduate Studies and Research in the School of Aviation and Transportation Technology (SATT) at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. She earned her BS, MS and PhD in Industrial Engineering from UTArlingtonMr. Gustavo Adolfo Sanchez, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI) Gustavo is a Ph.D. student in the School of Aviation and Transportation Technology at Purdue University. He

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Aiden James Landis, University of Pittsburgh; Robert J Kerestes, University of Pittsburgh; David V.P. Sanchez, University of Pittsburgh; Tony Lee Kerzmann, University of Pittsburgh

. Sanchez, University of Pittsburgh David V.P. Sanchez is an Associate Professor in the Swanson School of Engineering’s Civil & Envi- ronmental Engineering department and the Associate Director for the Mascaro Center for Sustainable Innovation at the University of Pittsburgh. He serves as the Program Director for the Master’s in Sustain- able Engineering, the Undergraduate Certificate in Sustainability, the John C. Mascaro Faculty Fellows, and the Sustainability Global Engagement grant. He is the faculty lead for the University Honors College Food Ecosystem Scholar Community. His research lab, Sustainable Design Labs, focuses on fusing analytical chemistry, sustainability design principles and data analytics to

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Zachary Owen Dickinson, Gannon University; Hannah Paige Jacobs, Gannon University; Sara Jones, Gannon University; Damien Thiên Ân Chu, Gannon University; Hunter Dawson Yaple, Gannon University; Andrew Donald Snowdy; Zoey McClain, Gannon University; Nicholas B Conklin, Gannon University; Wookwon Lee, Gannon University

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Paper ID #44590Engineering Experiences and Lessons Learned from 2023 Annular EclipseBallooningZachary Owen Dickinson, Gannon University Zachary Dickinson is a Cyber engineering student at Gannon University, Erie, PA, and expected to grad- uate in May 2024. His areas of research interests include embedded systems and hardware security.Hannah Paige Jacobs, Gannon UniversitySara Jones, Gannon University ˆ Chu, Gannon UniversityDamien Thiˆen AnHunter Dawson Yaple, Gannon UniversityMr. Andrew Donald SnowdyZoey McClain, Gannon UniversityDr. Nicholas B Conklin, Gannon University Nicholas B. Conklin received a B.S. in applied

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Diane L Peters P.E., Kettering University

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programs reported, and point towards some of the work that can yet bedone in the creation and research on such programs.MethodsIn contrast to the work presented in [5], where there was an abundance of papers to consider, thesearch for papers on graduate bridge programs yielded a considerably smaller pool. Once aninitial search yielded a set of relevant papers, the reference list of each of them was examined.Additionally, the list of papers that cited those papers in that initial set was also examined, inorder to yield additional relevant papers.Some judgment calls were necessary, as not all programs that might be considered to be a“bridge” program were specifically called out as such. Therefore, when a paper described aneffort to recruit, mentor

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Nicholas Brown, Western Michigan University; Johan Fanas Rojas, Western Michigan University; Alyssa K. Moon, Western Michigan University; Ali Alhawiti, Western Michigan University; Pritesh Yashaswi Patil, Western Michigan University; Parth Kadav, Western Michigan University; Kira Hamelink, Western Michigan University; Wendy R. Swalla, Western Michigan University; Zachary D. Asher, Western Michigan University

offering.Specifically how the course was intentionally developed to include practical applications ofindustry-standard writing and to center student learning with regular feedback and practice. Next,we break down the core concepts for autonomous vehicle engineering across engineering andcomputer science disciplines. We address the issue of prerequisites and how the class conceptswere ultimately organized and how existing university research and computer labs were utilized.Lastly, we also discuss group dynamics and techniques for ensuring course project teams havediverse majors. Our results section is primarily composed of survey results from our third courseoffering. We show the evolution of skills from the mechanical engineering students and thecomputer

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Joaquin Rodriguez, University of Pittsburgh

self-selected 6-member teams to develop two projects.The technical project aimed to research one topic of interest that is a challenge for sustainabledevelopment. The outreach project, to be developed by the same team, was targeting to reach anon-technical audience with an activity to illustrate and promote concepts and practices forsustainable development. The technical project earned 40% of the final grade, and the outreachproject 30%.Technical projects included an initial 3-min presentation on the selected topic (due on the 2ndweek of the course), a poster, a final 6-min presentation, and a report due on the last day ofclasses. In addition, students were requested to report a project management assessment(including a team contract, a

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Christopher Gioia, Slippery Rock University; Samantha (Sami Bortz

. Problem statement and project performance specifications b. Background research and patent search c. Initial design concepts d. Engineering test plan e. Final report draft for in-class peer review 17 Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference Copyright © 2024, American Society for Engineering Education2. Incorporating CAD simulation into curriculum.Currently, students are only instructed on how to apply computational methods to heat transferproblems with an emphasis on conduction. Previously there Based on the project observations,the course structure has been

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Christopher Joseph Gioia; Louis Edward Christensen, The Ohio State University

development and project iterations. This work presents the initial details ofthe project, faculty observations, and future data collection tools for project-based pedagogicalresearch. The goal of the research is to use this project to identify when students self-identify asengineers and what events contribute to their perceived identities. Self-reflections and designcompetence surveys will be collected from the sophomore and junior students participating inthis project and as seniors when they complete their capstone design course starting in Spring2024.KeywordsSelf-efficacy, Project-based Design, Design Project, Mechanical EngineeringNomenclatureSRU—Slippery Rock UniversityME – Mechanical EngineeringPBL – Project-based learningDBL – Design-based

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Joseph Carpenter Sheils, Marshall University; David A Dampier, Marshall University; Haroon Malik, Marshall University

Matrix Factorization (NMF), BERTopic, and Top2Vec. This comparative analysis sheds light on their respective performances in extracting meaningful insights from the student evaluation data. (c) Open and Accessible Experimentation ⸺⸺ The paper enhances research transparency and collaboration by making the experimental setup, data, and results publicly available. This commitment to openness aims to facilitate result reproducibility, enable the replication of studies by other researchers for comparison, and foster further research initiatives.2. MethodologyFigure 1 presents a high-level overview of our methodology for creating diverse topic models,employing the techniques outlined in

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Yingxiao Song, Muskingum University

paradigmatic instance of interdisciplinary educationalintegration, wherein the engineering design intricacies of weirs are meticulously examined. Thedesign parameters of weirs necessitate comprehensive evaluation to assure operational efficacyand fulfillment of predefined objectives, encompassing the quantification of flow rates in openchannels, water diversion strategies, upstream water retention, and reservoir formation. Theamalgamation of a practical weir design initiative with an analytical study of a fluvial systemoffers a rich, multidisciplinary pedagogical framework that synthesizes the core tenets ofhydraulic engineering, environmental science, and riverine ecology.The expected learning outcomes include the acquisition of advanced engineering

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Promothes Saha, Purdue University Fort Wayne

within the initial stages of the course, facilitating ongoingevaluation and early intervention. The proposed framework centers on carefully assessed CourseOutcomes (COs) using unit tests and exams (see Table 1 below). All the COs are evaluated anddivided into two phases: I and II. In Phase I, the first four COs were assessed while the remainingfour were assessed in Phase II. To accommodate more thorough assessments, alongside 4-unittests, there are also midterms and a final exam. Unit tests are conveniently integrated into lecturetime, while midterms and the final exam are scheduled separately to allow for extended testingperiods. Table 1: Course Outcomes (CO) Assessment in Tests/Exams Course

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Nicole Becklinger, University of Southern Indiana

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% of students in a Canadian LifeSciences undergraduate program found features of a HyFlex course platform helpful foraccessing, engaging with, and learning course content, and the platform was especially helpfulfor those with a flexible learning need9. Over 75% of the 1486 students and 227 faculty memberssurveyed across multiple departments at the University of Sharjah strongly approved of a courseformat blending traditional in-person instruction with e-learning 10. In a 2020 study, students ateight universities in Hong Kong provided detailed feedback on a HyFlex course titledPresentation Skills for Researcher Students. These students recognized that HyFlex formatrequired students to take greater initiative to actively participate in class