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Kalyan Khatry; Reihaneh Samsami

routinely collaborate with AI co-workers to must proactively develop strategies to integrate these tools in aimprove efficiency and creativity in problem-solving. responsible, effective, and sustainable manner. Based on current research and trend analyses, several key strategies and Given these industry trends, engineering education is future directions emerge for stakeholders in engineeringtasked with preparing students for a workforce where AI education.literacy is a key competency. The current state of manyengineering curricula, however, does not yet fully reflect this A. Raising Awareness and Building AI Literacyshift. Johri

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Lina H. Kloub, University of Connecticut; Christina Smith, University of Connecticut; Faiyhaa-Sydra Saulat, University of Connecticut

- This paper argues that the integration of AI into engineeringpetencies, Engineering Education curricula can significantly enhance career competencies by providing students with the tools they need to develop these I. I NTRODUCTION skills in a personalized, efficient, and engaging manner. By In today’s competitive and fast-evolving job market, ca- leveraging AI, educators can create learning environments thatreer readiness has become a fundamental aspect of higher simulate real-world

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PS. Dhanasekaran

adaptive learning support, helping students identify While AI's impact in general education is weaknesses and improve their skills [6].substantial, its role in engineering education isparticularly transformative; AI in engineering is The educational AI research community is driven byincreasingly assisting machines and engineering systems ethical concerns, aiming to enhance students' learningto achieve their goals more effectively. Applications outcomes and lifelong opportunities. However, as seensuch as Innovations in autonomous cars, collaborative in other AI applications, good intentions alone do notrobots, unmanned aircraft, self-supervised guarantee

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Seyedeh Elham Kamali; Reihaneh Samsami

rsamsami@newhaven.edu Corresponding Author: Reihaneh Samsami (rsamsami@newhaven.edu) Abstract—As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to Generative AI has drastically altered the educational transform the engineering setting, its integration into setting by automating tasks and generating new content, engineering education emerges as a critical element in which can significantly aid in educational processes. equipping future engineers. This paper presents a survey According to Guillén-Yparrea and Hernández-Rodríguez study aimed at evaluating the adoption and impact of AI tools and methodologies within engineering curricula

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Samuel Servati; PS. Dhanasekaran

technical support staff are essentialmeasures to enable a smooth transition to PBL-basedcurricula. As institutions refine their pedagogicalapproaches, it is imperative to provide educators withthe tools and resources necessary to foster studentengagement and innovation. Despite these challenges,the long-term benefits of PBL far outweigh itsimplementation hurdles. By emphasizing hands-onlearning, real-world problem-solving, andinterdisciplinary collaboration, PBL equips studentswith the skills required to excel in an innovation-driven economy. As engineering education continuesto evolve, further research should focus on refiningassessment strategies, improving faculty developmentprograms, and expanding PBL’s reach throughblended and

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Marvin Gayle; Danny Mangra

2025 ASEE Northeast Section Conference, March 22, 2025, University of Bridgeport, Bridgeport, CT, USA. Enhancing Engineering Curricula Through Laboratory-based Learning: Pedagogical Approaches, Challenges, and Innovations Marvin Gayle, Danny Mangra Queensborough Community College The City University of New York [CUNY] Queens New York, USA Abstract—Laboratory-based instruction is a critical underscore ways to evaluate the effect of laboratory education oncomponent of engineering education. It

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Mohamed Elwakil; Tooran Emami Ph. D.

; Critical thinking skills; the study highlights how pedagogical strategies must evolve toPedagogical challenges meet the needs of diverse learners in an AI-driven era. The paper is structured as follows. The Introduction follows I. INTRODUCTION a Related Work section synthesizing existing research on The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) has made prompt engineering education, including prior challenges andprompt engineering—the practice of crafting inputs to optimize outcomes, and identifying gaps this study addresses. TheAI

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Jun Zhang; Peter Cavanaugh; Dan Tenney

Dan Tenney Department of Technology Management University of Bridgeport Bridgeport, CT, USA Abstract—Generative AI (GenAI), is reshaping how students and various concerns of engineering education in the era of AIlearn, retain, and apply knowledge in engineering education. A while opening future research on addressing the inherent risks ofpersistent challenge exists in bridging the gap between knowledge GenAI in our society and fostering a culture of critical, open, andgained during academic programs and its practical application collaborative learning.post

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Saddam Alkhamaiesh; Peter Cavanugh

. Q. Patton, Qualitative Research and Evaluation Methods, 3rd ed. and Workforce Planning: Challenges and Best Practices.” Available: Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage, 2002. https://www.nrel.gov/transportation/ev-workforce.html [35] C. Cassell and G. Symon, Essential Guide to Qualitative Methods in[9] S. Alkhamaiesh, “Stakeholder Collaboration in EV Workforce Organizational Research, Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage, 2004. Training: A Thematic Analysis,” Proceedings of the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE), 2024. [36] R. Yin, Case Study Research and Applications: Design and Methods

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Bushra Rayyan Qadri; Arthur McAdams; Peter Cavanaugh; Dan Tenney; Ali Baker

in market share and products which were undesirable. ABET, the Accreditation Board for Engineering and observational notes after conducting these projects in theirTechnology, in its 2020-2021 Criteria for accrediting classes.engineering programs, made an emphasis on how importantinterdisciplinary skills are in engineering education [1]. In the At the start, professors conducted meetings on how toStudent Outcomes [3] and Faculty [6], ABET discusses that integrate these multidisciplinary team projects into theirteamwork, communication, and interdisciplinary cooperation syllabus. The Industry Advisory Board recommendations wereare the key. Modern world problems are more complex

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Rachmadian Wulandana

practices. The results suggest a need for University [7]. A study on the impacts of AI tools on,better awareness and guidance on effectively utilizing AI tools in specifically, mechanical engineering curriculum underscorestechnical education. This study may guide educators in the importance of acknowledging the growing impact ofpromoting the adoption of AI tools in engineering education advanced GenAI tools in education and professional settings.while encouraging critical thinking, ethical use, and a balance The study concluded that rather than dismissing them outright,between AI reliance and traditional learning approaches. institutions, educators, and organizations should adopt a

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Navarun Gupta; Deana DiLuggo; Junling Hu; Abhilasha Tibrewal; Ahmed Elsayed; Theresa Bruckerhoff

, which can Education. 99. 71-79. 10.1002/j.2168-9830.2010.tb01043.x.be a motivator, is something they are unable to participate in [3] Hale, Marianne, "Exploring the Connection Between Self-Efficacy and Preparedness Among First-year College Students" (2024). All Graduatedue to the required outside-of-school hours necessary to Reports and Creative Projects, Fall 2023 to Present. 1complete STEM-focused research projects. The ARG Model [4] Power, J. R., Tanner, D., & Buckley, J. (2024). Self-efficacy development in undergraduate engineering education

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Peter F. Cavanaugh

objectives. The author has included in an End Note “A copy ofIntelligence in particular create opportunities and challenges for the Technology in Education Guidelines for these classes.”the engineering education ecosystem. AI presents a uniquedisruption in the way that students acquire knowledge in the A word about the nomenclature of assignments,classroom and apply that knowledge afterwards. This paper assessments and activities for the purposes of this study. Thesefocuses on graduate level project and process management classes generally use a mixture of assignments, assessments,classes that have been taught before AI and will continue to be and activities. They are often interconnected as theytaught to

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Bala Maheswaran; Meghna Sridhar; Yiannis Levendis; Hameed Metghalchi

fostered a Sustainable Engineering Mindset, rather than on the specifics of project design, prototypeIn recent years, engineering education has increasingly development, or data collection and analysis, which will befocused on developing students' competencies in discussed in a separate publication. The heliostat projectsustainability, especially in renewable energy technologies. required students to draw on knowledge from multipleAmong these, solar power holds significant potential, with engineering disciplines, offering opportunities forheliostats playing a critical role in concentrated solar

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Terri A. Camesano; Elizabeth Wilson; Valerie Smedile Rifkin

partnerships, and improving financial models forin diverse industries. It has also provided companies with a sustainability. Additionally, efforts to increase employerflexible training solution for their employees. Additionally, adoption and recognition of digital badges will be critical inoffering digital badges has strengthened WPI’s position as a driving long-term success.leader in online engineering education. Overall, identifying the right audience proved difficult, as For more information, visit: WPI Systems Engineeringmany INCOSE members were already experienced in SE. Awareness Program. https://wpi.catalog.instructure.com/Additionally, pricing models and marketing strategies neededrefinement to

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Elizabeth O'Connell; Sarath Chandra Kumar Jagupilla; Muhammad Hajj

Fall 2023, the average open rate was 49.90%. This increased Semester Number of External Scholarship to 50.40% in Spring 2024 and 54.31% in Fall 2024. Opportunities on Canvas Fall 2021 5 In Spring 2023 the department created a LinkedIn page Spring 2022 19 and in Fall 2023 established an Instagram account. Social networks can be used as a communication medium in Fall 2022 9 engineering education [8]. Similarly, the information

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Lorenzo Govoni; Coleman Hayes; Colin Jennings; Mia Lattin; Saara Sheth; Meghna Sridhar; Bala Maheswaran

used to translate English text intoexpanded access to information for most people, those with braille output. These technical skills allowed us to integrate thevisual impairments have been left behind. This highlights the mechanical design with the software, ultimately leading to theneed for a computer-interfaced way to display braille, providing creation of an efficient and user-friendly embosser.blind individuals with easier access to the internet and computerresources that we take for granted. Numerous solutions exist, Additionally, similar to the goals of Experientialbut they all share a high cost, which is untenable for many, Engineering Education, we were able to apply our project toparticularly