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Caeden Robert Goodnough, State University of New York, Canton; PS Dhanasekaran, State University of New York, Canton

Development in Engineering TechnologyAbstract:Professional development in engineering encompasses a deliberate and continuous endeavor toenhance an individual's skills, knowledge, and capabilities throughout their career. It is astructured approach focused on mastering new technologies, staying ahead of currentregulations, and refining problem-solving techniques. Professional development offers more thanjust new skills; it can also boost job satisfaction. As engineers become more adept and self-assured, they experience greater fulfillment in their work. This, in turn, creates a moreharmonious and stable work environment. Additionally, research shows that engineers engagingin ongoing professional development enjoy more significant employment

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PS Dhanasekaran, State University of New York, Canton

SME. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024Enhancing Student Learning and Engagement through Interactive Learning in theEngineering Materials Course of the Mechanical Engineering Technology ProgramAbstract:Teaching at the college level presents challenges due to the ease with which students can accessinformation online. Mechanical engineering professors face the daunting task of impartingessential skills and knowledge while ensuring students remain engaged. They must employcreative teaching methods that captivate their audience to achieve this. Their primary objectivesinclude delivering engineering concepts, facilitating problem-solving skills, and fosteringexperimental learning through practical

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Susannah GAL, Wentworth Institute of Technology

] when they used case-based teaching compared to the lecture only format.It may also be an approach to address Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET)accreditation Criterion 3 (Student Outcomes) argue Sankar and colleagues [7]. These include aspectssuch as “an ability to apply knowledge …, to design solutions…., [and] to function effectively as amember of a technical team” (ABET.org https://www.abet.org/accreditation/accreditation-criteria/criteria-for-accrediting-engineering-technology-programs-2024-2025/).The barrier to implementing this approach to teaching may be high if time resources are not expendedto create something. I would like to introduce science and engineering educators to a wonderfulresource for doing case

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Tahmid Latif, Wentworth Institute of Technology

Paper ID #45005Intro to Robotics: Design and Development of a Hands-on UndergraduateCourse on RoboticsDr. Tahmid Latif, Wentworth Institute of Technology Tahmid Latif is an assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering at the School of Engineering of Wentworth Institute of Technology, Boston, MA. He received his Ph.D. in electrical engineering from North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC. His research interests lie at the intersection of electronics and biology, with a focus on bioelectronics, cyborg insects, and insect-machine interfaces. He is a member of IEEE, the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and

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Abhishek Kumar, Wentworth Institute of Technology

Paper ID #44818Vibration Using Matlab and SimulinkProf. Abhishek Kumar, Wentworth Institute of Technology I am an Assistant Professor in Wentworth Institute of Technology. I have completed PhD from University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Single Degree of Freedom Vibration Using Matlab and Simulink Abhishek Kumar Wentworth Institute of TechnologyAbstract:This work in progress paper presents an active learning approach to teach vibrations effectivelyto students without

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Susannah GAL, Wentworth Institute of Technology

Paper ID #44809Engaging students in developing course improvements leads to bothfaculty and student insightsDr. Susannah GAL, Wentworth Institute of Technology Associate Dean Dr. Susannah Gal has an undergraduate degree in Chemistry and Biochemistry and her PhD in Biochemistry. She has held academic positions at in New York, at Penn State, and at the University of The Bahamas in Nassau and served as a program officer for the National Science Foundation before joining Wentworth Institute of Technology in January 2023. Her research has included work in plant enzymes, DNA computing, DNA binding proteins in cancer and in

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Nadine Stecher, Wentworth Institute of Technology

Paper ID #44955Required science courses can be fun, too: using an escape room as aninstructional tool.Nadine Stecher, Wentworth Institute of Technology Nadine Stecher is an assistant professor of sciences at Wentworth Institute of Technology, where she teaches introductory and upper level biology courses. She strives to create engaging teaching activities and is especially interested in gamification of teaching. Being a puzzle and boardgame enthusiast herself, she has created several gamified lab activities that she uses in her teaching. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024

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Djedjiga Belfadel, Fairfield University; Isaac Macwan, Fairfield University; Naser Haghbin, Fairfield University; John F Drazan, Fairfield University

forEngineering and Technology (ABET), the course ensures that students are well-equipped to confront themultifaceted challenges of the engineering profession with confidence and competence. This paper servesas a testament to the efficacy of the Fundamentals of Engineering course in nurturing well-roundedengineers who are poised to make meaningful contributions to their fields upon graduation.Keywords: Fundamentals of Engineering, experiential learning, problem-solving, professionalism,MATLAB, Arduino, Solid works. 1. IntroductionEngineering design is defined as the communication of a set of rational decisions obtained with creativeproblem solving for achieving certain stated objectives within prescribed constraints. The role of design inan

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Okechukwu C Ugweje, Sacred Heart University; Kevin N. Bowlyn, Sacred Heart University

resigned to take a new position as Director of the Department of Research, Education, and Curriculum at the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) and later the Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs. His research interests are wireless communications technologies, the Internet of Things (IoT), and Artificial Intelligence. Before joining SHU, he was an Electrical and Computer Engineering professor at the Uni- versity of Mount Union, Alliance, OH. While at the UA, he supervised twelve (12) Master’s degree Thesis and four (4) Ph.D. dissertations. Dr. Ugweje has published and presented over 100 articles in Journals and Conference proceedings worldwide and authored three book chapters. Dr. Ugweje is married with three

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Caprice Abigail Pramana, State University of New York, Canton; PS Dhanasekaran, State University of New York, Canton

Role of Engineering Ethics Case Studies and Student LearningAbstract The engineering profession requires a high level of training and study at a college leveldue to its vital importance and impact on the public. However, engineers may not be particularlytrained in psychology, sociology, economics, or in many areas relevant to assessing the socialconsequences of technology. This type of insight is crucial because engineers have an obligationto the public good, specifically the safety, health, and welfare of society. While engineering usedto prioritize business and technological advancements, it often meant that morals took a backseatin projects. The profound shift of emphasis took place in the 1970s when the primary obligationof

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Asif Ahmed, State University of New York, Polytechnic Institute; Ram Mohan Gubbala, State University of New York, Polytechnic Institute

learning and teaching of design andtechnology. Design and Technology Education: An International Journal, 13(3).3. Wang, A. I., & Tahir, R. (2020). The effect of using Kahoot! for learning–A literaturereview. Computers & Education, 149, 103818.4. Versypt, A. N. F., Bara, J. E., Getman, R. B., Kieslich, C. A., & Voronov, R. S. (2020). Appsfor Chemical Engineering Education: Off the Shelf and Do It Yourself DevelopmentOptions. Chemical Engineering Education, 54(3), 137-142.5. Smith, A., and Brauer, S. (2018, March). Use of Kahoot! game for increased studentmotivation and understanding in a Thermodynamics course. In ASEE Southeastern SectionConference.6. Ciaramella, K. E. (2017). The effects of Kahoot! of vocabulary acquisition and

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Samuel A Servati, State University of New York, Canton; PS Dhanasekaran, State University of New York, Canton

First-Year Experience: Students’Encounter with Science and Engineering Programs. In: Henriksen, E., Dillon, J., Ryder, J. (eds)Understanding Student Participation and Choice in Science and Technology Education. Springer,Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-007-7793-4_15[3] Upcraft, M. Lee, et al. Challenging and Supporting the First-Year Student: A Handbook forImproving the First Year of College. Jossey-Bass, 2005.[4] Courter, S.S., Millar, S.B. and Lyons, L. (1998), From the Students' Point of View:Experience in a Freshman Engineering Design Course. Journal of Engineering Education, 87:283-288. https://doi.org/10.1002/j.2168-9830.1998.tb00355.x[5] Dr. PS Dhanasekaran (2023), The Role of Project-based learning in first year

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Gonca Altuger-Genc, State University of New York, Farmingdale State College; Akin Tatoglu, University of Hartford

Paper ID #44907Incorporating AI in Engineering Assignments as a Reliable Self-DirectedLearning Tool: A Pilot Implementation OverviewDr. Gonca Altuger-Genc, State University of New York, Farmingdale State College Dr. Gonca Altuger-Genc is an Associate Professor at State University of New York - Farmingdale State College in the Mechanical Engineering Technology Department.Dr. Akin Tatoglu, University of Hartford Akin Tatoglu is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at University of Hartford, CT. He cur- rently leads Autonomous Mobile Robotics Research Lab. His research focuses on robotics, mechatronics and visual

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Tolga Kaya, Sacred Heart University; Kevin N. Bowlyn, Sacred Heart University

Paper ID #44811Building an Innovative Engineering Curriculum from the Ground Up:Lessons and Success StoriesProf. Tolga Kaya, Sacred Heart University Dr. Tolga Kaya is currently a Professor and Director of Electrical and Computer Engineering programs at the School of Computer Science and Engineering. Dr. Kaya oversees the growth of Engineering programs at Sacred Heart University. Before joining SHU, Dr. Kaya was an Associate Professor at Central Michigan University’s School of Engineering and Technology between 2010-2017. Dr. Kaya worked as a research scientist at Yale University from 2007 to 2010 at the School of

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Naser Haghbin, Fairfield University

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innovate and solve problems effectively within the field. With the rapid evolution of technology and the dynamic nature of the engineeringlandscape, there is an urgent need for a pedagogical shift towards more interactive and engaginglearning environments. A growing body of research supports the transition to educationalmethodologies that provide foundational knowledge and foster critical thinking, creativity, andpractical problem-solving skills. Project-based learning (PBL) emerges as a potent alternative totraditional lab exercises, offering a hands-on approach that closely mirrors the complexities ofreal-world engineering challenges. PBL has been shown to enhance student engagement andbetter prepare students for the multifaceted nature of

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John F Drazan, Fairfield University; Emily J. Hangen, Fairfield University

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Paper ID #44945Development of an Interdisciplinary Engineering Education ResearchApproach: The perspectives and lessons learned by two early careerfacultyProf. John F Drazan, Fairfield University John Drazan, PhD is an assistant professor of biomedical engineering at Fairfield University. Dr. Drazan completed his PhD in Biomedical Engineering at the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and a NIH IRACDA Postdoctoral Fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania in the McKay Orthopedic Research Laboratory. Dr. Drazan directs the Community Situated Biomechanics Lab which develops novel devices and research approaches to study human

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Susan Freudzon, Fairfield University

Paper ID #44801Ethical Case Study on Startup CultureDr. Susan Freudzon, Fairfield University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Ethical Case Study on Startup CultureAbstract: A high-quality education in ethics is critical for the development of future engineers.It is essential that students study the Engineering Code of Ethics and learn to apply these codeseffectively to a range of workplace scenarios. Engineers have the ability to impact human lives ina positive way, on the other hand, it is crucial to acknowledge that negligence on the part ofengineers can lead to catastrophic consequences

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Abdullah Aldwean, University of Bridgeport ; Dan Tenney, University of Bridgeport

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association with Colorado State University global campus.Dr. Dan Tenney, University of Bridgeport Dr. Tenney is an Assistant Professor at the University of Bridgeport in the Technology Management Department as part of the Engineering School. Dan Tenney worked in various Quality, Technical, and Operational positions in manufacturing divisions of HJ Heinz Company, 3M Company and Nile Spice Foods (acquired by Quaker Oats). For more than 25 years Dan was a member of the executive teams that directed and managed these divisions. Dan’s current focus is strategic technical and business management, application and research. Dan is a Board member on a Child’s Mental Health nonprofit agency where he has facilitated strategic

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Sunil Dehipawala, City University of New York, Queensborough Community College; Kelvin Kai Yao; Philip Park, City University of New York, Queensborough Community College; Tak Cheung

websitesaid “A significant problem in learning physics is being able to memorize all the information Ineed to know”. Most of our Community College students have trouble in the understanding of“to memorize” versus “to remember”. “To memorize” can be misinterpreted by communitycollege students to represent a rote learning of physics with a grading rubric adhered to the exactwords and numeric values in a physics textbook example. “To remember” involves awillingness of oneself in judgment and will be strengthened by repeated exercises. The Minds-on together with Hands-on practice is the corner stone of engineering literacy, summarized in a2020 publication by The International Technology and Engineering Educators Association(ITEEA) and archived by

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Saddam Alkhamaiesh, University of Bridgeport; Peter Francis Cavanaugh, University of Bridgeport

Paper ID #44787Training Electric Vehicle Technicians in the U.S.A for the Transition toElectric Vehicles: A Literature Review of the Bipartisan InfrastructureLaw ImplementationMr. Saddam Alkhamaiesh, University of BridgeportPeter Francis Cavanaugh, University of Bridgeport ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Training Electric Vehicle Technicians in the U.S.A for the Transition to Electric Vehicles: A Literature Review of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Saddam Alkhamaiesh Peter Cavanugh Technology

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ZANNATUN NAYEEM, University of Bridgeport; Dan Tenney, University of Bridgeport; Tauhid Uddin Mahmood, University of Bridgeport

theoretical understanding, practical expertise, and a passionate commitment to research shapes me as an aspiring influencer in the domain of supply chain analytics and systems.Dr. Dan Tenney, University of Bridgeport Dr. Tenney is an Assistant Professor at the University of Bridgeport in the Technology Management Department as part of the Engineering School. Dan Tenney worked in various Quality, Technical and Operational positions in manufacturing divisions of HJ Heinz Company, 3M Company and Nile Spice Foods (acquired by Quaker Oats). For more than 25 years Dan was a member of the executive teams that directed and managed these divisions. Dan’s current focus is strategic technical and business management, application

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Lina Kloub, University of Connecticut; Aayush Gupta, University of Connecticut

Paper ID #44826ChatGPT in Computer Science Education: Exploring Benefits, Challenges,and Ethical ConsiderationsDr. Lina Kloub, University of Connecticut Lina Kloub is an Assistant Professor in Residence in the Department of Computer Science and Engineer- ing at the University of Connecticut. She earned her Ph.D. from the University of Connecticut in 2021 and has since dedicated herself to teaching undergraduate courses. Lina’s dual interests in Bioinformatics and education guide her academic journey. As an educator, Lina’s primary goal is to create an inclusive and motivating learning environment. She works closely

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Kyle Riccardi; Danushka Bandara, Fairfield University

Paper ID #44939Masked Language Modeling for Predicting Missing Words in Damaged An-cientGreek TextsMr. Kyle RiccardiDanushka Bandara, Fairfield University DANUSHKA BANDARA received the bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, in 2009. He received his master’s and Ph.D. degrees in Computer Engineering and Electrical and Computer Engineering from Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY, USA, in 2013 and 2018, respectively. From 2019 to 2020, he worked as a Data Scientist at Corning Incorporated, Corning, NY, USA. Currently, he is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science and

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Sriharsha S. Sundarram, Fairfield University

on the attainment of the two sub outcomes and it can beseen that all the sections have met the threshold of 75% of students achieving Meets and AboveExpectations. Delving further into the data, the percentage of students achieving Meets and AboveExpectation is almost similar for both the sub outcomes. This implies that students were not onlyable to acquire knowledge but also apply it.Conclusions The paper presented the assessment of ABET student outcome 7 in micro and nanomanufacturing, an upper-level and graduate cross listed mechanical engineering course. Studentwork on weekly discussion board, midterm project, and emerging technology presentation wasassessed using a rubric and mapped to ABET 7 sub outcomes. The assessment data shows

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Lynn A. Albers, Hofstra University; Celia Teresa Chacko, University of Connecticut

Paper ID #44910Quantifying and Improving the Industrial Assessment Center StudentExperience from an Educational PerspectiveDr. Lynn A. Albers, Hofstra University Dr. Lynn Albers is an Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering of the Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science at Hofstra University. Her previous academic contribution was as one of the founding five faculty/staff at Campbell University, helping the newly formed School of Engineering grow and establish roots in the community. A proponent of Hands-On Activities in the classroom and during out-of-school time programs, she believes that they

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Brian Patrick Murphy, SUNY Buffalo State University

Paper ID #44988Seeing Sustainability in The Community, Practices on Campus, and How toEnergize the EffortsProf. Brian Patrick Murphy, SUNY Buffalo State University Brian P. Murphy, PE, SSBB, is currently a lecturer in Engineering Technology at the State University of New York (SUNY) Buffalo State University and has taught Mechanical Engineering Technology for about seven years at the community college level prior to his current role. Brian is earning his Dr. of Education in Educational Leadership and Change at SUNY Empire State University, expected in May of 2025. Brian is a retired Commander U.S. Navy, having served as a

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Peter Francis Cavanaugh, University of Bridgeport

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work. Peter is married, his spouse, Eileen, is a Senior Finance Executive. Peter and Eileen are supportive of each other as a dual-career household with four children. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Exploratory Research in Efficacy and Acceptance of AI in Presentation Skills Development in an Educational Setting Peter Francis Cavanaugh Eabez Thankachan Kunjukunju Technology Management Department Technology Management Department University of Bridgeport University of Bridgeport

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Mirco Speretta, Fairfield University

Paper ID #44920Statistical Word Analysis to support the Semiautomatic Implementation ofthe NIST 800-53 Cybersecurity FrameworkDr. Mirco Speretta, Fairfield University Rohan Sahu is a senior at Westhill High School in Stamford, Connecticut. He started to learn about statistical word analysis based on TF-IDF in the fall of 2021, when he was a sophomore. He implemented this technique from scratch in Java and applied it to the NIST Risk Management framework. Dr. Mirco Speretta is the Director of the Cybersecurity Programs at Fairfield University. Before this role he spent 10 years as a director of technical engineering, acting

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Eric UWAYEZU, UNIVERSITY OF BRIDGEPORT

Profiling and Targeted Advertising on LinkedIn: A Literature Review Eric Uwayezu Dr.Dan Tenney Dept.of Engineering and Dept.of Engineering and Technology Management Technology Management University of Bridgeport University of Bridgeport euwayezu@my.bridgeport.edu dtenney@bridgeport.edu I. INTRODUCTIONAbstract-- As the digital landscape changes, privacy concerns in Incorporating, Machine learning is a subset ofmachine learning applications need to be focused on

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Lina Kloub, University of Connecticut

disorders, vol. 39, pp. 1329–38, 06 2009.[5] A. Meyer and D. H. Rose, “The future is in the margins: The role of technology and disability in educational reform,” in The universally designed classroom: Accessible curriculum and digital technologies, D. H. Rose, A. Meyer, and C. Hitchcock, Eds. Harvard Education Press, 2005, pp. 13–32.[6] M. Prince, “Does active learning work? a review of the research,” Journal of Engineering Education, vol. 93, no. 3, pp. 223–231, 2004.[7] D. H. Rose and A. Meyer, Teaching Every Student in the Digital Age: Universal Design for Learning. Alexandria, VA: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, 2002.[8] L. Shu and M. Liu, “Student engagement in game-based learning: A literature review