equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge for the construction sector and how these have translated into real-world applications and employability. This evaluation will provide insights into the long-term benefits of the course and its alignment with professional requirements. ● Teachers' perspectives on implementation and effectiveness: Finally, the study aims to gather insights from teachers regarding the course's implementation and effectiveness. Teachers' perspectives are invaluable in evaluating the course structure, teaching methodologies, and the overall delivery of the curriculum. Their views on what works well and what could be improved are essential for continual course
Paper ID #41991Navigating Real-World Complexity: A Guide to Multiple Case Studies inEngineering Education ResearchCamila Andrea Olivero-Araya, The Ohio State University Camila Olivero-Araya is a Ph.D. candidate in Engineering Education and a recipient of the Fulbright award. Prior to beginning her doctoral education, Camila served as a lecturer in Industrial Engineering at Universidad Cat´olica de la Sant´ısima Concepci´on, Chile, where she taught a variety of classes within the field of Industrial Engineering. She holds Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Industrial Engineering, both earned from Universidad Cat´olica de la
apply PSS in identifying, formulating, and solving complex engineering110 problems by utilizing engineering, science, and mathematics principles. Furthermore, it aimed to 5111 facilitate the application of engineering design to generate solutions that meet specific needs while112 considering economic factors, aligning with student outcomes 1 and 2 as defined by ABET113 accreditation. The specific objectives of PSS for this project are outlined in Table 5, highlighting114 the project’s alignment with the course’s educational goals and ABET criteria.115 Table 4. Timeline of the real-world project. Time Activity PSS
mantra was “a fair day’s pay for a fair day’s work” 3.This paper presents, how I taught the real-life applications of time and motion studies using thetextbook as a theoretical platform. There are various aspects of the teaching methodology thatcome from my work experiences. I had myself taken this course in this department in 2006 as apart of my MSET degree. It helped lay the foundation for me to understand the fundamentals ofProduction planning and Workspace design that revolved around the Human element. While itmay seem that, this field of applied science is very practical and mathematical, it has the humaneffort aspect which makes it particularly challenging. I realized this in my very first job. Mymanagement would push for increased
determined either by previous data or bydefining an estimate. This real-time implemented system will enable the evaluation of energyefficiency of components and systems, depending on the number of active sensors and actuators.References[1] “How regenerative hydraulic circuit works - PART 3.” YouTube, Chinmayacademy, 2November 2016, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1KGVBwYEhIA.[2] Cullen, Jonathan M., and Julian M. Allwood. “Theoretical efficiency limits for energyconversion devices.” Energy 35.5 (2010): 2059-2069.[3] Parasiliti, Francesco, and Paolo Bertoldi, eds. Energy efficiency in motor driven systems.Springer Science & Business Media, 2012.[4] Vogelesang, Hans. “Energy consumption in pumps–friction losses.” World Pumps 2008.499(2008): 20-24
construction of a house or a bridge, eventhough it was a 1:100 scale model. They learned the problems they will face once they startworking, like the time it takes for the concrete to set and dry, and how the materials, like wood orcardboard (which some groups used, as it was a scale model), can sometimes stick to the concreteand cause delays in the work. The application of practical projects in classes teaches civil engineering students how todeal with problems they will face in the real world. But there were areas that have to be madequestions to measure and see is the spectrum cand get wider on what other areas are involved andhow they can be tested. The impact of this educational initiative was assessed through qualitativeand quantitative
, research-based methodologies, community engagement projects, evaluation tools and technology, and gender issues in STEM education. https://orcid.org/0000- 0002-0383-0179 ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Beyond the Classroom: Problem-Based Learning in Real Scenarios, Fostering Self- Efficacy and Sense of BelongingAbstractThis complete research presents how engaging students in practical, real-world activitieswithin the Project-Based Learning (PBL) approach enhances their sense of belonging andself-efficacy. Situated in the practice course 'Building Processes I' of the ConstructionEngineering program at a private university in Chile, this study aims to address the issue oflow
pedagogical interventions. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 1SerenePulse: A Webapp Pipeline for Real-time Physiological Monitoring Using rPPG and OpenAI LLMs Kennesaw State University, Marietta, GA 30060, USA Abstract With 15% of working-age adults facing mental disorders and an annual loss of US$ 1 trillion in the world due to impaired productivity from depression and anxiety, the necessity
with customized EBIPs suited for theirunique teaching environments. Faculty who observed increased student engagement utilized real-world applications facilitated by extensive experience and institutional support. This study'sfindings point to the importance of adaptable teaching methods, emphasizing the need forinstructors to tailor EBIPs to their specific teaching contexts. These results underscore theimportance of individualized strategies for effectively adopting EBIPs into educational settings.IntroductionAs a part of the NSF IUSE project, this paper seeks to explore the limitations and successes ofengineering faculty implementing EBIPs. Although earlier research indicates a willingness andinterest among faculty to incorporate new
Paper ID #42393Board 23: Add a Real Experience on Process Control Lab to your Students. . . for Free!Dr. Joaquin Rodriguez, University of Pittsburgh Joaquin Rodriguez is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh since 2018. He received his bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering from Universidad Simon Bolivar (Caracas, Venezuela), MSc. and PhD in the same discipline from the University of Pittsburgh (1990-92). He developed his expertise in thermal cracking processes and advanced materials (cokes, carbon fibers) from oil residues, and became a business
engineeringprograms, emphasizing the need for students to design within various constraints, including economic,environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability [4].Meeting these broad ABET requirements is achievable through various instructional approaches andcourse designs.Teaching machine design traditionally is challenging as many students lack familiarity with machinecomponents and their real-world applications [4]. Due to logistical challenges, such as large class sizesand limited access to physical devices, instructors often resort to using images, videos, and CAD modelsto illustrate machine component functionality. Lectures typically involve board explanations or pre-designed slides, which may lack
virtual worlds, enabling a sense of touch and dexterity within immersiveexperiences [2]. As VR applications proliferate across diverse domains such as education,training, and entertainment, the selection of appropriate haptic gloves becomes imperative foroptimizing user experience and achieving desired outcomes [3].In response to the burgeoning interest in haptic technology, this paper presents a comparativeanalysis of three prominent haptic gloves: Manus Prime 3, SenseGlove Nova, and bHapticsTactGlove. This study aims to evaluate the performance and suitability of these gloves in real-world applications simulated in custom-constructed virtual environment. Central to ourinvestigation is the hypothesis that the superior glove will exhibit enhanced
byu@uvu.eduAbstractSystem dynamics can be abstract and mathematically complex to students as it requiresknowledge of mathematical modeling and analysis of systems. Practical projects and labs canhelp students reinforce the concepts and observe the real-world applications. Most importantly,they can be used to foster students’ interest in the subject. This work-in-progress paper describesthe implementation of a project incorporated system modeling and verification into a junior-levelsystem dynamics course in the mechanical engineering curriculum. The project required studentsto mathematically model a practical mechanical system and determine the values of the systemparameters based on the experimental data. They verified the values of the
, values, and cultural backgroundswith suitable work environments.PurposeWhile no single theory reigns supreme, certain empirically supported frameworks have earnedconsiderable recognition within the engineering field. Leveraging these established theoriesempowers engineers to shape satisfying and impactful careers that contribute meaningfully toboth their personal development and societal progress.The goal of this work is to conduct a comprehensive review of career development theories andexamine their practical applications within the engineering field. By exploring the historicalcontext, core principles, and real-world implementations of these theories, this literature reviewaims to provide insights into how engineers can utilize established
engineering curriculum and accreditation.Komal Rohidas Sonavane ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Improving Engineering Mechanics Self-Efficacy By Focusing On Abstracting The Physical World As A Precursor To AnalysisAbstractSophomore level engineering mechanics classes typically have high rates of failure orwithdrawal. Some explanations posited for this phenomenon include lack of student preparation,the difficulty of the material, ineffective instructional methods, and lack of context. Instructorsand textbook authors attempt to overcome these issues with a range of pedagogical approachessuch as math reviews, worked examples focused on problem solving processes, “real-world”problems
simulations for structural health monitoring.Prof. Devin K. Harris, University of Virginia Dr. Harris is a Professor of Civil Engineering within the Department of Engineering Systems at the University of Virginia (UVA). He is also the Director of the Center for Transportation Studies and a member of the Link Lab. Dr. Harris also holdDr. Diana Bairaktarova, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Dr. Diana Bairaktarova is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Education at Virginia Tech. Through real-world engineering applications, Dr. Bairaktarovaˆa C™s experiential learning research spans from engineering to psychology to learning ©American Society for Engineering
effectively. C. Infrastructure and Resources Ensure that the institution has the necessary hardware, and software, resources to support the implementation of LiDAR technology. D. Accessibility and Inclusivity Consider the accessibility of LiDAR technology to all students. Ensure that the technology is inclusive and that students with diverse backgrounds and abilities can effectively engage with and benefit from its use. E. Industry Collaboration Foster collaboration with industry partners who are using LiDAR technology. This collaboration can provide valuable insights, real-world applications, and potential student internship opportunities
, and arts-based approach to STEM education.Ivan Oyege, Florida International University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024Application of African Indigenous Knowledge Systems to AI Ethics Research and Education: A Conceptual OverviewAbstractAfrican Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) holds an epistemology different from that of theWestern world, and it has massive potential to add substantial value in various fields of appliedethics. One of the dominant fields of applied ethics studied today is artificial intelligence AI ethics.With the ever-evolving innovations associated with AI, especially on a global scale, the AI ethicsfield continues to grow and develop with far-reaching
1).Fig 1. Application Intent and Confidence of workshop topicsWhen asked further to describe things that would help in getting better confidence, two majorthemes appeared in the responses: Practice and Time. Most participants indicated the need forpractice and time by themselves to absorb the content. There were additional mentions ofneeding further professional settings and real-world examples of the use of the skills taught inthese workshops. A few examples: “Just more practice”, “A lot of one on one time”, “Aprofessional situation where I can apply what I learned”.Another question asked about what aspects of the workshop helped in changing the relevance ofthe topic, the answers aligned along four common functions: Specific examples
, etc.) ● Lead and facilitate group study session to work out problems or organize concepts ● Solving practice problems (from the book, notes, etc.) with minimal or no support from notes and examples Analyze ● Classify and organize problems by concepts ● Analyze case studies or real-world examples of engineering problems, identifying key factors that contributed to success or failure. ● Compare and contrast different engineering theories, models, or approaches to understand their strengths, limitations, and applicability. ● Create a concept map between major
reference document forstakeholders, ensuring transparency and accountability. Finally, it enables the project team toreflect on their work, identify areas for improvement, and apply lessons learned to future projects.Research Background:Tribology is the science and engineering of interacting surfaces in relative motion.Tribometer or tribotester is a generic name for a device which is used to simulate frictionand wear at the interface between contact surfaces in relative motion under controlled conditions.The earliest reference provided by the dictionary is to the 1774 writings of Goldsmith, whoused the word tribometer to mean a “measurer of friction.”The purpose of tribometers is to simulate real world frictional and wear applications
instructor introduces actual have already been conducted experiments previously conducted by scientists. by scientists. Step 4: Instructors present concepts and topics not Beyond gaining a Introducing explored by students, including the application comprehensive understanding Theory and of chemical kinetics in real-world contexts, of theories, students also Applications such as in biology and materials science and develop and reinforce their engineering. Briefly mention more advanced awareness that theories may theories as appropriate. be context-dependent and are
and lunar regolith, similar to thoseencountered by robots in real-world scenarios. The paper will highlight the application of Gazeboin the realm of space exploration, drawing inspiration from NASA's utilization of Gazebo tosimulate lunar and Martian environments for robotics-related simulation studies. The hybrid approach adopted, effectively merged real and virtual learning experiencesovercoming constraints related to transportation and other logistics, enabling a framework forcontemporary education that provided valuable insights towards the integration of physical andvirtual learning environments for aspiring roboticists.Project leaders have engaged engineering and computer science students in the ongoing fallsemester to continue with the
, listening to and participating inclass discussion, group project work, and using the FBD app; among those who did not use theapp, women reported fewer gains in self-efficacy than men after these controls.Implications: Each year, more than 600,000 students enter engineering programs in the UnitedStates. These students plan to master a challenging skill set that requires them to understand howto model and analyze real world problems. Frustrating core course experiences can dissuadestudents from continuing to pursue an engineering degree and subsequent career. These findingsprovide emerging evidence that gamifying learning can be useful for all students taking statics,but particularly for women.Keywords: statics, women, self-efficacy, content mastery
also enables the student to identify the principal orientation and identifythe principal stresses, all without the need for extensive calculations. Despite the seeminglystraightforward approach of the Mohr’s circle method, many students find this graphicalapproach abstract and struggle to apply this relationship to stress states of physically loadedstructures [4]. Central to the curriculum in engineering is the intent to link the physics, mathematics,and theory being taught in the classroom to phenomena in the real world. First credited as aneducational theory to John Dewey in 1938, experiential learning advocates for direct experienceswith the topics being studied, rather than simply discussing and considering them [3]. Tostrengthen
. Projects contain engineeringrequirements, schematics, software code, and results. Then, an example of a student project utilizingdata acquisition and Wi-Fi is provided.IntroductionData acquisition (DAQ) involves sampling signals utilizing sensors that measure electricalparameters, processing these signals into real-world values, and displaying the information. Thissystem is typically implemented with a USB DAQ device (e.g., myDAQ, etc.) connected to aPC, and software employed with graphical or text-based programming (e.g., LabVIEW, Matlab,etc.).A variety of courses encompassing both electrical and computer disciplines involve dataacquisition. One such course is Measurements and Instrumentation [1]. This reference describes ajunior-level course
MPP is indicative of real-world wind turbine behavior, where turbines are oftendeactivated to prevent damage. This VR module not only facilitates an understanding of windturbine performance but also allows students to grasp the broader implications for sustainableenergy systems.The VR wind turbine laboratory stands as a dynamic educational platform that bridges theoreticalknowledge with practical application. It underscores the role of innovative technology in fosteringa deeper understanding of green manufacturing processes, highlighting the importance ofefficiency and sustainability in energy systems. This immersive learning experience thus equipsstudents with valuable insights into the complex factors influencing wind turbine efficiency
about a physical system, which should include all information regardingthe system asset that could be obtained from its thorough inspection of the physical system. ADT model comprises three main parts: a) the real world, b) the virtual world and c) theconnections of information associating the virtual with the real world, with the digital twinserving as a digital controller of the real-world manufacturing system [5]. Besides DT, anotherkey technology for improving the performance in manufacturing systems is ArtificialIntelligence (AI). As AI technology becomes more mature and affordable, new applications canbe introduced in production systems to support manufacturers on complex decision-making andin their business processes. Fig. 1 shows the
students to assembly practices and concepts inmanufacturing education, offering comprehensive learning outcomes. Integrating DRtechnologies, such as MR, into manufacturing education aims to achieve the following learningoutcomes: 1- Improve the students’ understanding of assembly processes/methods: MR simulations will provide students with immersive experiences, allowing them to visualize and interact with assembly procedures in a realistic environment. 2- Improve the students’ problem-solving skills: MR applications will expose students to realistic assembly challenges and scenarios, reinforcing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills to overcome obstacles. 3- Expose students to real-world application of
, leveraging its extensiveknowledge base. Mechanical engineering includes a multitude of interconnected concepts, makingit challenging for students to navigate without proper guidance. It serves as a valuable resource forstudents seeking rapid access to definitions and explanations [22]. Furthermore, it extends beyondthe confines of the classroom, offering insights into real-world applications and cutting-edgetechnologies. Therefore, the uses of ChatGPT benefits in fostering higher learning efficiency andintriguing students’ interests.However, the integration of ChatGPT in mechanical engineering education carries inherent risks,especially when users possess limited familiarity with the technology and lack appropriateguidance for its use like