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Micah Lande, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

, rubberbands, glue sticks, tape, a t-shirt, 2-liter soda bottles, and a “gold medal.”The primary goal for this challenge is to construct the tallest Olympic cauldron within a three-minute limit, considering criteria like speed, stability, strength, ingenuity, elegance, teamwork,and effort. Given the constraints on time, team size, and materials, this design challenge fosterscreativity and provides multiple opportunities to discuss aspects of systems engineering [3]. Byapplying design process knowledge, students engage in a learn-by-doing approach to emphasizea mindful application of design and building practices at the very start of their studies. Thelearning goals and objectives align with our introductory mechanical engineering course: ▪ Generate

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Roshina Babu, The University of Utah

Paper ID #45060GIFTS - A Hands-on Activity for Improving the Students’ Understanding ofCentroids in a Freshmen Engineering Mechanics Course.Dr. Roshina Babu, The University of Utah Dr. Roshina Babu is a Teaching Assistant Professor in Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Utah and is a licensed professional engineer in the state of Utah. She teaches courses in structural mechanics, civil engineering materials, and computer tools. Dr. Babu is interested in instructional design and developing experiential learning activities for undergraduate students. 15th Annual First-Year Engineering Experience Conference

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Micah Lande, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

multiple systemconsiderations like materials, time, and team roles during the design activity or challenge.Context for Pedagogical InnovationProduct development, design, and making are central to the educational mission of theDepartment of Mechanical Engineering at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology [1].These elements form the backbone of our approach to mechanical engineering education, yetthey are inherently complex and often ambiguous for both students and faculty. Mostengineering programs in the United States include an introductory course in the first semester ofthe freshman year. This course is crucial for motivating freshman students to persist inengineering, as their other courses typically focus on math, science, and

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Jeffrey Harris, York University; Tania Bakshi, York University

Paper ID #45098WIP: Pilot of Block Model Delivery of First-Year EngineeringJeffrey Harris, York University Dr. Jeffrey Harris is an associate professor (teaching stream) in mechanical engineering at the Lassonde School of Engineering at York University in Toronto, Canada. He currently serves at the Director of Common Engineering and Science within the Lassonde School of Engineering, coordinating the common first-year for six undergraduate engineering programs. His research spans engineering identity and the first-year experience. Dr. Harris received a PhD in mechanical & industrial engineering from the University of

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Kapil Gangwar, Wentworth Institute of Technology

Paper ID #45066Full Paper: Integration of Digital Tools and Technologies in First-Year EngineeringCoursesProf. Kapil Gangwar, Wentworth Institute of Technology Kapil Gangwar is an assistant professor of mechanical engineering at Wentworth Institute of Technology with a background in materials, mechanics and manufacturing. 15th Annual First-Year Engineering Experience Conference (FYEE): Boston, Massachusetts Jul 28 Full Paper: Integration of Digital Tools and Technologies in First-Year Engineering CoursesAbstract:In a 15-week semester at Wentworth Institute of Technology, the utilization of digital

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Longfei Zhou, Gannon University; Varun K Kasaraneni, Gannon University; Longyan Chen, Gannon University; Ahmed Abuhussein, Gannon University

from Western University in 2014. He then worked as a sessional lecturer and a research fellow at the University of Guelph for one year. In Jan 2016, he started his postdoctoral training in McGill Mechanic Engineering. Since Nov 2017, he worked in Alentic Microscience Inc first as a biomedical engineer, developing medical devices for hematology analysis. He was later promoted to Research Scientist and Senior Scientist. In Nov 2021, he took the lead responsibility as the Director of Research Operations. Dr. Chen’s industrial endeavors made a portable blood bioanalyzer be in use in the International Space Station. His leadership helped Alentic gain a significant amount of financial support from US BARDA to

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Shazib Z Vijlee, University of Portland

Paper ID #45030A Multi-Disciplinary First-Year Design Project with Systems Integration, StandardRequirements, Creativity, and Impact (GIFTS)Dr. Shazib Z Vijlee, University of Portland Dr. Shazib (Shaz) Vijlee is an Associate Professor of Engineering at the University of Portland’s Donald P. Shiley School of Engineering. He has Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Texas (Austin). He received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Washington (Seattle). He has held various research and development positions in industry (Boeing Phantom Works) and government

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Song Wang, University of Hartford; Enrico Obst, University of Hartford; Beth Richards, University of Hartford

Paper ID #45124(Full Paper) Enhancing Sense of Belonging in First-Year Engineering Studentsthrough Integrated Project-Based Learning and Communication Skills DevelopmentDr. Song Wang, University of Hartford Song Wang is an assistant professor in the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Hartford. His research focuses on the durability of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composite materials and their application in reinforcing and repairing steel and concrete structures. He is particularly interested in FRP-reinforced seawater and sea sand concrete structures, and bio-oriented

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Haritha Malladi, University of Delaware

. She teaches the introductory engineering course for all first-year undergraduate students in the College of Engineering at UD. Her undergraduate teaching experience includes foundational engineering mechanics courses like statics and strength of materials as well as courses related to sustainability and infrastructure. Her research interests are in foundational engineering education, sustainability in engineering curriculum, and green technologies in infrastructure. 15th Annual First-Year Engineering Experience Conference (FYEE): Boston, Massachusetts Jul 28 GIFTS: Three Methods to Use Podcasts as Effective Learning ToolsA podcast is a program—typically in audio medium—that is available for download to

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David Gray, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Lisa D. McNair, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Atlas Vernier, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Paper ID #45050Nurturing Interdisciplinary Engagement: A Case Study of Resourcing andRecruiting Strategies in an Early Academic Career Interdisciplinary Project-BasedLearning CourseDr. David Gray, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Dr. Gray receieved his B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Virginia Tech in 2000. He then earned a M.S. and a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Virginia Tech in 2002 and 2010, respectively. Much of his graduate education focusDr. Lisa D. McNair, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Lisa D. McNair is a Professor of Engineering Education at

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Danielle Jane Barker, University of Maryland College Park; Catherine Marie Hamel, University of Maryland, College Park

Paper ID #45073GIFTS: Matching 2D Engineering Drawings and 3D ObjectsDanielle Jane Barker, University of Maryland College Park Dani Barker is a graduate student at Johns Hopkins University, and an adjunct instructor at the University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins University, teaching both introductory engineering and advanced mechanical engineering courses.Catherine Marie Hamel, University of Maryland, College Park Catherine ”Cara” Hamel is a senior lecturer and the Assistant Director of the Keystone Program at the University of Maryland. Within this role, Catherine focuses on effectively teaching fundamental engineering

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Cory Budischak, Temple University; Haritha Malladi, University of Delaware; Brian Patrick O'Connell, Northeastern University

intersection of undergraduate engineering education, sustainable infrastructure, and community engagement. She teaches the introductory engineering course for all first-year undergraduate students in the College of Engineering at UD. Her undergraduate teaching experience includes foundational engineering mechanics courses like statics and strength of materials as well as courses related to sustainability and infrastructure. Her research interests are in foundational engineering education, sustainability in engineering curriculum, and green technologies in infrastructure.Prof. Brian Patrick O’Connell, Northeastern University Dr. O’Connell is an associate teaching professor in the First-Year Engineering program at

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Melissa C Kenny, Wake Forest University; Patricia Clayton, Wake Forest University

in engineering education, alongside structural engineering and natural hazards engineering. 15th Annual First-Year Engineering Experience Conference (FYEE): Boston, Massachusetts Jul 28 GIFTS: Crushing Cardboard: A Technical Design Challenge for First-Year StudentsIntroduction: This GIFTS paper describes the first iteration of a first-year engineering designchallenge which applies mechanics principles, the design process, experimentation, introductoryprogramming, and consideration of failure and factor of safety into a simple hands-on projectwith minimal pre-requisite knowledge. The objectives of the project are for students to applytechnical understanding to a hands-on problem, collect and evaluate

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Atheer Almasri, West Virginia University; Akua B. Oppong-Anane, West Virginia University; Carter Hulcher, West Virginia University; Todd R Hamrick, West Virginia University; Xinyu Zhang, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Lizzie Santiago, West Virginia University

. degrees in Materials Engineering.Dr. Akua B. Oppong-Anane, West Virginia University Akua Oppong-Anane is a Teaching Assistant Professor in the Fundamentals of Engineering Program at West Virginia University. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, a master’s degree in Chemistry and a doctoral degree in Environmental Engineering Sciences. Her research areas are in solid and hazardous waste management, as well as teaching, advising and retention of first year engineering students.Dr. Carter Hulcher, West Virginia University Dr. Hulcher is a Teaching Assistant Professor in the Fundamentals of Engineering Program in the Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources at West Virginia

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Edward T. Bednarz III, Wilkes University

Paper ID #45048GIFTS - First Year Foundations Learning CommunityDr. Edward T. Bednarz III, Wilkes University Dr. Bednarz was a Senior Mechanical Engineer for 12 years for the U.S. Army before becoming a full-time professor at Wilkes University in 2013. He has a passion for teaching and working with students and enjoys working on a variety of research projects with his undergraduate and graduate students. Dr. Bednarz has presented at a number of conferences, is published in several academic journals and has been awarded several US Patents. He enjoys introducing engineering to students and encouraging them to become

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David Gray, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Paper ID #45037Trial by Fire: GIFTS for Stress-Testing Student Project Management ToolsDr. David Gray, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Dr. Gray is a Collegiate Assistant Professor in the Engineering Education Department at Virginia Tech. David came to academia after nearly a decade of industry experience in small-business research. His work focuses on pre- and interdisciplinary project based education and first-year general engineering curriculum and administration. David received his B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Virginia Tech, and an M.S. and Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering at Virginia

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Mohammed El Kihal, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Cassie Wallwey, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Juan David Ortega Álvarez, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; James Nathaniel Newcomer, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Paper ID #45039Self-Regulated Learning in First Year Engineering: Opportunities for PracticalImplementationMr. Mohammed El Kihal, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Mohammed is a first year PhD student in Engineering education at Virginia Tech. He received his Bachelor of Science in General Engineering, BSGE degree from Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane, Morocco in 2017. Mohammed conducted research in the field of Mechanical Engineering and Robotics in Japan and China and has two years industry experience in Morocco. More recently, Mohammed served as an Adjunct Faculty member for one year at Al Akhawayn

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Adithya Jayakumar, The Ohio State University; Raymond Smith Brooks

obstacles.This paper provides an overview of the laboratory activity that was implemented and goes overthe multi-faceted challenges and obstacles that needed to be overcome. Results in the form ofstudent feedback about their experience in the lab is also included. Through this paper, we aim toshare our experiences and insights, while providing a roadmap for educators with similar goalsand facing comparable challenges.IntroductionFrom the very beginning Engineering was intended to be a practicing profession whereengineers, through their practice deal with and appropriately use the forces and materials ofnature. To accomplish this goal, instructional laboratories have been a main stay in engineeringeducation, especially in the undergraduate context [1] [2

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Kathleen A Harper, Case Western Reserve University; Kurt R Rhoads, Case Western Reserve University

absent students when trying to complete the associated homework often indicated they had not effectively processed the posted material. Additionally, as the guest lectures are the primary mechanism for introducing the engineering disciplines, poor attendance meant that this course goal was not being met. In the fall of 2022, the instructors added a weekly quiz administered through the course management system based on each guest presentation. The goal was to ask a few very basic questions that were clearly answered during the presentation. However, some presentations did not lend themselves well to this style of assessment. Further, this shifted the student focus to identifying potential topics for quiz

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Lynn A. Albers, Hofstra University

Paper ID #45080WIP: Activity Centric Online Teaching and Learning with MATLABDr. 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 complement any teaching style thereby reaching

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Mary Benjamin, Michigan Technological University; Laura Albrant, Michigan Technological University; Michelle E Jarvie-Eggart P.E., Michigan Technological University; Jon Sticklen, Michigan Technological University; Laura E Brown, Michigan Technological University; Leo C. Ureel II, Michigan Technological University

provides a simpleway for students to understand their coding practices: a green light indicates good codingpractices, a yellow light signals a warning for potential issues that may not cause immediateproblems but should be avoided, and a red light indicates critical mistakes that need to be fixedto ensure the code runs correctly [1].The Role of Code Critiquers in Programming Education:AcknowledgmentThis work was funded by the National Science Foundation award # XXXXXXX. Recommendations expressed in this materialare those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the NSF. Any opinions, findings, conclusions, orrecommendations expressed in this material are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the

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Paul McMonigle, Pennsylvania State University; Denise Amanda Wetzel, Pennsylvania State University; Sara Kern, Pennsylvania State University

Conference (FYEE): Boston, Massachusetts Jul 28 WORK IN PROGRESS – Micro-Credentialing for the First Year: Creating a Digital Badge for Engineering Information LiteracyINTRODUCTIONThe use of digital badges as microcredentials has become a popular topic of discussion andresearch in education over the past fifteen years. Academic librarians are often involved in thisinnovation. Since the topics taught by librarians are not usually full semester courses, they lendthemselves well to shorter, add-on material that can be easily tailored into a multi-level badgingsystem.As engineering librarians at the Pennsylvania State University, we ensure that students can find,evaluate, and use information effectively for their research

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Ethan E Danahy, Tufts University; Mehek Kunal Vora, Tufts University; Yume Menghe Xu, Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach; William Church

curious to explore more areas focused on the intersection between educational and inequity.Yume Menghe Xu, Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach Menghe (Yume) is a PhD student in STEM Education at Tufts University. She holds a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in Chemical System Engineering from the University of Tokyo, Japan. Prior to pursuing a PhD at Tufts, she designed and developed educational apps for children, and worked with students, teachers, and makerspace in Japan to host making workshops using various materials and tools. Her research interest lies in youth’s identity construction in STEM learning spaces.William Church 15th Annual First-Year Engineering Experience Conference (FYEE): Boston