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Matthew Cavalli, Western Michigan University

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provided an overview of the new outcomes aswell as potential methods for teaching and assessing.Table 1: Current ABET student outcomes for engineering programs1. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve an ability to function effectively on a team complex engineering problems by applying whose members together provide leadership, principles of engineering, science, and create a collaborative and inclusive mathematics. environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives. an ability to apply engineering design to an ability to develop and conduct appropriate produce solutions that meet specified needs

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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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significance of team culture and inclusivity within design teamsunderscores the pivotal role they play in the optimal functioning of engineering teams [2].Moreover, there is a growing body of evidence emphasizing the positive impact of diversity onteam performance and student learning outcomes [3]. To provide a more comprehensiveunderstanding of these implications for engineering educators, it is useful to delve deeper intothe specific ways in which diversity and inclusion contribute to the enhanced effectiveness ofengineering teams. Exploring concrete examples, case studies, or empirical data that highlightthe tangible benefits of diverse perspectives and inclusive practices within engineering contextswould serve to fortify the argument and elucidate

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

. implemented PBL modules in Mechatronics, FluidMechanics, and Heat Transfer courses for the design of a fluid-powered gantry crane18. Indirectassessment of all students indicated that their method contributed to student learning on topicscovered in lecture and students’ ability to synthesize new information not covered in class.Miller and Xu implemented a common project among mechanical and aerospace engineeringundergraduate and graduate students to design a robotic mission to perform scientificexperiments on the Moon19. While they did not collect data on the project’s impacts, studentsdemonstrated their enthusiasm for the project’s realism and its connection between the courses.Regardless of the implementation, research shows that PBL is an effective

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

these projects underscores the program's ability to bridge the gap between academic learning and real- world application. This interaction has not only provided students with invaluable practical experience but has also contributed to producing tangible, impactful solutions to real-world problems. • enhanced Learning Experience: These senior design projects serve as exemplary models of how this educational approach fosters a more comprehensive learning experience. Students were able to apply technical knowledge, managerial skills, and entrepreneurial thinking in a cohesive manner, demonstrating the program's effectiveness in preparing them for the complexities of the professional world

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Reza Harirforoush, Cleveland State University

through Innovative Practices in Teaching Learning.” International Journal of Engineering and Advanced Technology. Vol. 8, pp 153-159.[3] Bell S. (2010). “Project-Based Learning for the 21st Century: Skills for the Future.” The Clearing House: A Journal of Educational Strategies, Issues, and Ideas, 83 (2), pp 39–43.[4] Shekar A. (2014). “Project-Based Learning in Engineering Design Education: Sharing Best Practices.” 121st ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Indianapolis, Indiana. Paper ID:10806.[5] Kuppuswamy R., and Mhakure D. (2020). “Project-Based Learning in an Engineering- Design Course – Developing Mechanical- Engineering Graduates for the World of Work.” Procedia CIRP (91), pp 565–70.[6

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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

address Water and Sustainability grand challenges. Current thrusts focus on Smarter Riversheds, Microbial Fuel cells and advanced oxidation and separation processes. Focused on co-creating long term partnerships that synergize community vision with Pitt’s core compe- tencies of research and education, Sanchez has built up Pitt Hydroponics in Homewood, founded Con- stellation Energy Inventor labs for K-12 students, and re-created the Mascaro Center’s Teach the Teacher sustainability program for science educators in the region. As a teacher he designed and created the Sustainability capstone course which has annually partnered with community stakeholders to address sustainability challenges at all scales. Past projects

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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

team was to take what we had learnedin the first iterations of the course and apply functional design principles and evidence-basedteaching practices to create a course that would encourage and support meaningful,multidisciplinary collaboration between learners from diverse backgrounds and programs.Functional course design is based on best practices for course and learner experience design. Itbegins with empathy for the learner and instructor and is focused on creating a navigable,interactive, accessible, and clearly aligned experience for learners. Using a learning managementsystem is key to functional design, supporting instructional transparency, learnerself-directedness, and intentional interactions between learners, their peers, and their

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Christopher Gioia, Slippery Rock University; Samantha (Sami Bortz

Paper ID #44643Sustainability-Focused Project-Based Learning in a Heat Transfer CourseDr. Christopher Gioia, Slippery Rock University Chris Gioia is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering at Slippery Rock University. He is the faculty adviser for the Formula SAE team at SRU, and is a member of the Department curriculum committee. Dr. Gioia teaches courses in Heat Transfer, Dynamics, Machines and Mechanisms, Mechani- cal Control Systems, and Capstone Design. His research interests include control systems, cyber-physical systems, project-based learning pedagogy, heat exchangers, and biodiesel production. Dr

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Claudio Freitas, Purdue University Fort Wayne

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more immersive and relatable learning environment. The narrative approach used in this paper is designed to make abstract concepts moreconcrete, situational learning more accessible, and to foster a sense of belonging. A case studywill be conducted within a first-year engineering program to investigate the following researchquestion: To what extent does narrative pedagogy influence the development and implementationof the curriculum in first-year engineering course? The ultimate goal is to develop a robustpedagogical model that can be generalized across disciplines, contributing to the broadereducational research and practice field.Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference Copyright © 2024, American Society for

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Bin Chen, Purdue University Fort Wayne

hyperparameter selection. This allows researchers to concentrate on experimental design andfeature engineering, which typically have greater impact on prediction performance.In conclusion, the top three structured data classification algorithms yield similar results. Thissuggests that these algorithms are robust and effective for many tasks without extensivecustomization. However, further improvements in performance can be achieved through manualfine-tuning or automated machine learning techniques.After a student is identified as being at high risk of dropping out, universities, communities, andthe government can allocate resources to assist them by addressing the significant factorsaffecting the student through support programs such as wraparound

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Catherine Molloseau, Grand Valley State University

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) is having a positive impact on the success of engineering students in a first year appliedprogramming course. To do so, a correlational research study was conducted over the course ofthree semesters using data from a mid-size 4-year public university in the state of Michigan.Student prior experience with computer science along with performance throughout the course 3 Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference Copyright © 2024, American Society for Engineering Educationwas tracked and analyzed to determine if there are any statistical trends that indicate the K-12computer science