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Jonathan Weaver-Rosen, Texas A&M University; Carlos R. Corleto P.E., Texas A&M University; Shadi Balawi, Texas A&M University; Mohammad Waqar Mohiuddin, Texas A&M University; Joanna Tsenn, Texas A&M University

Paper ID #49609WORKSHOP: Conflict Management for Undergraduate Engineering StudentsJonathan Weaver-Rosen, Texas A&M University Jonathan Weaver-Rosen is an Instructional Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University since August 2021. His research has focused largely on design automation and methodologies – specifically parametric optimization and the design of morphing or otherwise adaptive systems. His passion for teaching lies in preparing future design engineers to properly utilize analysis tools and work effectively as part of a team.Dr. Carlos R. Corleto P.E., Texas A

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Kenneth R. Leitch P.E., West Texas A&M University; Colton Atkins, West Texas A&M University; Benton Allen, West Texas A&M University

playing a vital role in theTexas Panhandle and around the world, the Engineering Technology - Agriculture (ET-AG)Program is being established to equip students with cutting-edge skills in precision agriculture,technology integration, and innovative farm management. The program’s initiative is designed toexpand agricultural endeavors within engineering, addressing the technological needs of modernagriculture. Soft launched in 2024, the program draws on faculty, industry, and producerexpertise from across agriculture, engineering, and data science to address the evolvingtechnological needs of the agricultural sector. The program aims to create a workforce skilled inthe latest innovations shaping the agriculture and food industries. This paper

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Paul J Componation, The University of Texas at Arlington

Using Agile Curriculum Development to Design a Graduate Engineering Program for Working Professionals Paul Componation, Sampson Gholston, Bahram Khalili College of Engineering University of Texas at Arlington Dan Kessler Transportation Department North Central Texas Council of Governments AbstractThis project reports on using an Agile Curriculum Development approach to increase theparticipation of working professionals and their employers in developing and fielding two updatedmaster’s programs

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Bonnie S. Boardman, The University of Texas at Arlington

program might need two designs (of the sameset of courses) instead of trying to force all students down one path.The proportions of students transferring from other programs within the college as well as thepatterns of high loss of pre-professional students, as shown by the program INT to Inactive links inthe diagrams show where more resources should be focused to increase student success (RQ2). TheIndustrial Engineering and Construction Management programs should consider further study intowhy there are so many transfers within the college to those programs. It’s possible that if studentshad more information about those programs and disciplines earlier, more would be retained through Proceedings of the 2025 ASEE Gulf

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Raj Desai, Midwestern State University

, consent education, and programmingadvocacy), and the health center (medical screening and treatment vaccines). The program providesstudents with personal and professional development through various activities both on and off-campus. Proceedings of the 2025 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference The University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX Copyright  2025, American Society for Engineering Education 4 Retention MethodologyMWSU 1230 course is designed to help students navigate the transition from high school to college.Peer Educators support students by providing information about

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Ali Gharib, The University of Texas at Austin; Ahmed Elsaid; Abdulla Ali Al Dabbagh; Nayef Alyafei, Qatar University; Ghada Salama, Texas A&M University at Qatar

significantshortage of accessible information for both students and educators alike.This paper presents the potential of a pre-collegiate chemical engineering oriented program thataims to increase familiarity with this field of engineering by examining specific case studiespreviously conducted within summer camp programs for high school students. The programexemplifies a STEM education approach for engineering outreach through two unique examplesof chemical engineering projects in water desalination and fuel cell applications. The insightobtained from these case studies showcases how high school students' understanding of chemicalengineering can be built upon through immersive programs and projects. Each of the two casestudies presented were designed with

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Haiying Huang, The University of Texas at Arlington; Monica Franco, The University of Texas at Arlington

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):374-385. doi:10.1080/14703297.2015.11082147. Lock J, Scott D. The future of Design Thinking in education: Challenges and possibilities. In: Teacher as Designer Design Thinking for Educational Change. Springer Singapore; 2021:151-153. doi:10.1007/978-981-15-9789-3_118. Welsh AA, Dehler GE. Combining critical reflection and Design Thinking to develop integrative learners. Journal of Management Education. 2013;37(6):771-802. doi:10.1177/10525629124701079. Deng MY. How to develop engineering students as design thinkers: A systematic review of Design Thinking implementations in Engineering Education. In: 2023 ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition. ; 2023:38923.10. Rodriguez SL, Doran EE, Friedensen RE, Martinez-Podolsky E, Hengesteg PS

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Sandipon Chowdhury, West Texas A&M University; Swastika Bithi, West Texas A&M University

in STEM education.to solve real-world problems Conclusion This program serves as a catalyst for inspiring the next generation of scientists and engineers to tackle critical water challenges at both regional and global levels.. These activities foster a deeper understanding of water management issues, from addressing water scarcity to improving groundwater recharge and pollution control. Students learn to think critically, analyze data, and work collaboratively . By connecting education to environmental challenges specific to the Texas Panhandle, this initiative not only addresses local issues but also prepares students to innovate

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Bill D Carroll P.E., The University of Texas at Arlington; Kartikey Sharan, The University of Texas at Arlington

real-world engineering applications. This approach helpsbridge the gap between theoretical coursework and hands-on design, fostering better hardwaredesign skills.In the advanced digital logic course, students are expected to build upon foundational conceptslearned in the introductory digital logic class. In the previous course, students designed andimplemented a fixed-point calculator, giving them exposure to arithmetic unit design. As anatural progression, this floating-point processor project provides an advanced and challengingexperience, reinforcing their understanding of digital arithmetic, FPGA design, andSystemVerilog programming. By integrating floating-point operations, students learn aboutcomplex design considerations such as barrel

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James K. Nelson Jr. P.E., Texas A&M University System RELLIS Campus; Celeste Arden Riley, Texas A&M University - Kingsville; Jeffrey John Hatala, West Texas A&M University; Andrew Crawford, Tarleton State University; London Knight, West Texas A&M University; Victoria June Vinzant, Texas A&M University - Kingsville

Society of Civil Engineers. Prior to receiving his Ph.D. in 1983, Dr. Nelson worked as a design engineer in industry and taught as a lecturer at the University of Houston and Texas A&M University at Galveston. In industry he was primarily involved in design of floating and fixed structures for the offshore petroleum industry. After receiving his Ph.D., Dr. Nelson joined the civil engineering faculty at Texas A&M University. He joined the civil engineering faculty at Clemson University in 1989 as Program Director and founder of the Clemson University Graduate Engineering Programs at The Citadel and became Chair of Civil Engineering in 1998. While at Clemson he received the Award for Faculty Excellence. In July

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Joshua Hicks-Ward, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Kevin Nguyen, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Cody Gonzalez, The University of Texas at San Antonio

Paper ID #49669Comparison, Design Review, and Prototype Model of Robotic Tool Changersfor Multi-Purpose Unmanned Ground Vehicle Applications: Learning ThroughIndustry PartnershipMr. Joshua Hicks-Ward, The University of Texas at San Antonio Joshua Hicks-Ward is a Graduate Student at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) and Production Manager at Renu Robotics. He received his B.S. in Physics from Southwestern University in 2019 and is currently pursuing his M.S. in Mechanical Engineering at UTSA. Mr. Hicks-Ward’s professional career has led to over four years of experience leading technical operations with three

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Haiying Huang, The University of Texas at Arlington; Paul Davidson, The University of Texas at Arlington; Adam Castillo, The University of Texas at Arlington; Elizabeth Fleener, The University of Texas at Arlington

Division of Faculty Success University of Texas at Arlington AbstractThis work-in-process paper presents an overview and early activities of a project recently funded bythe National Science Foundation (NSF) Improving Undergraduate STEM Education: Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSI) program. This Track 2 project aims to improving the retention andgraduation of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) students by developing theirengineering identity in their freshman/sophomore years. Past studies on engineering identityprimarily focus on a single course with design components. This project will study theimplementation of collaborative learning and design thinking (DT) in

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Pedro Cordeiro Povoa Cupertino, Wichita State University; Adam Carlton Lynch, Wichita State University

Paper ID #49690Systems Engineering Gap Analysis for Aerospace DigitizationPedro Cordeiro Povoa Cupertino, Wichita State University PEDRO CORDEIRO POVOA CUPERTINO is pursuing a BS in Aerospace Engineering at Wichita State University. He is a Research Assistant and CAD (Computer Aided Design) Instructor at the National Institute for Aviation Research, with research interests in Lean, CAD/CAM, Systems Engineering, Project Management, and Entrepreneurship. (ORCID 0009-0001-1005-7962)Adam Carlton Lynch, Wichita State University ADAM CARLTON LYNCH received the BS and MS degrees in Industrial and Systems Engineering from the

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Chassidy Miles, University of North Texas

Libraries Dean’s Innovation Grant, enabled the research team todetermine how the STEM library and engineering liaison can better serve CENGR faculty andstudents.The guiding research questions for this project are:1) What liaison services and resources are needed to best meet the needs of Engineering studentsand faculty?2) How can we better support PBL within engineering degree programs?3) How can the UNT Libraries’ engagement with CENGR students and faculty be improved?With these questions in mind, the research team developed surveys and conducted interviews withthe goal of answering these questions and informing future directions for the engineering liaison.Each survey was designed to gather insights specific to its audience, and rigorous data

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Byul Hur, Texas A&M University

Paper ID #49662Python-based Microcontroller Architecture and Microcontroller ApplicationEducation in Engineering TechnologyDr. Byul Hur, Texas A&M University Dr. B. Hur received his B.S. degree in Electronics Engineering from Yonsei University, in Seoul, Korea, in 2000, and his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA, in 2007 and 2011, respectively. In 2016, he joined the faculty of Texas A&M University, College Station, TX. USA, where he is currently an Associate Professor. His research interests include Mixed-signal/RF circuit design and

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Randall D. Manteufel, The University of Texas at San Antonio

inadaptive learning, real-time performance feedback, and enhanced simulation tools for engineeringeducation. Despite widespread discussions about AI's role in engineering education, its practicalapplications in mechanical engineering courses remain limited and largely confined to isolatedactivities. For example, few courses integrate AI tools into their syllabi, and most use cases areconfined to optional student-driven projects or experimental course modules. Current applicationsare mostly observed in report writing, such as generating content drafts, paraphrasing sections, andformatting citations, and in computer programming for debugging, code optimization, and scriptgeneration. This paper highlights the need for more examples demonstrating AI's

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Mohammad Waqar Mohiuddin, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas; Jonathan Weaver-Rosen, Texas A&M University; Carlos R. Corleto P.E., Texas A&M University; Joanna Tsenn, Texas A&M University; Shadi Balawi, Texas A&M University

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an Instructional Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&MUniversity since August 2021. His research has focused largely on design automation and methodologies – specificallyparametric optimization and the design of morphing or otherwise adaptive systems. His passion for teaching lies inpreparing future design engineers to properly utilize analysis tools and work effectively as part of a team.Carlos R CorletoExperience includes 20 years in industry as a lab director, technical manager and engineering advisor, 8 years ofacademic experience at the assistant and tenured associate professor level, 4.5 years as a professor of practice,Undergraduate Program Director, and active industry consultant. Author and

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Byul Hur, Texas A&M University

boat. A custom-designed Proceedings of the 2025 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference The University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX Copyright © 2025, American Society for Engineering Education 5and 3D-printed joystick pad with a 2-axis analog joystick and three buttons was used and it isconnected to the MSP430FR5994 launchpad and BH EDU board. It sends signals to control variousaspects of the boat such as speed and direction as well as a timer status. The system is connected to aPC using a USB cable, and a GUI (Graphical User interface) program shows the data and status of theboat.A picture of this boat class

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Thomas Franklin Hallmark, Texas A&M University

substantial operationaland safety benefits for engineering programs. Implementation FrameworkBased on our comprehensive analysis, we propose an evidence-based implementation frameworkthat addresses technical, pedagogical, and equity considerations.Technical Infrastructure RequirementsNetwork infrastructure requirements, as outlined by Rodriguez et al. (2018), establishcomprehensive technical specifications for successful AI tool implementation. The frameworkrequires minimum bandwidth of 1 Gbps per 500 students, supported by N+1 redundancyconfiguration and 99.9% uptime requirements, with load balancing capabilities and edge cachingsupport to ensure optimal performance under varying usage conditions. Hardware

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Nandika D'Souza, University of Texas at Dallas; Hector R. Siller, University of North Texas; Hyun Kyoung Kyoung Ro, University of North Texas; Debbie Huffman, North Central Texas College; Mary J Combs, Quality Measures

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TexasDebbie Huffman, North Central Texas CollegeMary J Combs, Quality Measures Mary J. Combs has over 20 years of experience in higher education and healthcare working with faculty as an instructional designer to create student-focused curricula using assessment data and program evaluation. She also has experience working with community-based organizations advancing health equity through data-driven strategies and providing performance feedback to improve clinical education. Combs excels in qualitative and quantitative analysis, project management, and delivering impactful training programs. She holds a master’s degree in occupational and technical studies (business and industry training). As a Senior Evaluator at Quality

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Surupa Shaw, Texas A&M University; Randy Brooks, Texas A&M University

subjects, such as Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, and Electrical Circuits,to create a more holistic learning experience. Key focus areas include curriculum design, wherecore courses are structured to simultaneously deliver technical content while fostering skills liketeamwork and communication. The paper also investigates the use of problem-based learning(PBL) as a pedagogical approach, leveraging real-world engineering challenges to help studentsdevelop project management, collaboration, and ethical reasoning abilities.Further emphasis is placed on assessment methods, highlighting the need for evaluation tools thatmeasure not only technical knowledge but also professional behaviors and soft skills critical forworkplace success. Lastly, the paper

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Md Nazmus Sakib, University of North Texas; Maurizio Manzo, University of North Texas; Rattaya Chowdhury Yalamanchili, University of North Texas

of Homeland Security (DHS), and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), among others.Rattaya Chowdhury Yalamanchili, University of North Texas Dr. Yalamanchili is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. He currently teaches courses in Mechanical engineering (Primarily Design and manufacturing) and in Engineering Management (Project Management, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Management, and Systems Engineering). He has over two decades of experience in Industry both at small startups and large corporations. He has a BTech in Chemical Engineering and an MS and PhD in Mechanical Engineering. He has several patents and publications to his credit

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Nathan Jackson, University of New Mexico; Pil Kang, University of New Mexico

consisting of process engineers to upper management and from multinationalcompanies to start up companies. This allowed the “instructors” to determine which KSA’s to focuson in the course. IntroductionMainstream graduate STEM education programs are traditionally designed to train students foracademic careers as they focus on knowledge and skills related to laboratory research practices,writing technical journal papers, and presenting results at conferences to academic peers. Thismethod of education has value in preparing students for academic careers but falls short in Proceedings of the 2025 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference The University of Texas at

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variability on groundwater rechargeand depletion, identifying regions at high risk of water scarcity.[3]The STEM initiative combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on experimentation to deepenstudents' understanding of water systems and their management. Practical activities, such asmodeling aquifer recharge and measuring water flow rates, allow students to simulate naturalprocesses like infiltration, capillary action, and groundwater movement. These experimentsdemonstrate engineering principles in action and encourage students to design prototypes for waterconservation technologies, including artificial recharge systems and irrigation networks. Byworking with laboratory equipment and field tools, students develop problem-solving andanalytical

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Todd W Polk, University of Texas at Dallas; Robert Hart P.E., University of Texas at Dallas

” engineering experience for all of our students as webelieve that this best prepares them for the next step in their careers. UTDesign®, the engineeringcapstone program at UTD3, is structured like a consulting company so that each team works within acorporate-like structure and is required to interface with management, mentors4, purchasing, technicalservice providers, and others to complete their project.This structure has become more necessary as UTD continues to grow, with 300-350 students and 50-60 teams per year for the two instructors to manage. To address these challenges, we haveimplemented formal internal5 and external design reviews to monitor project progress. These arecomplemented by multiple rounds of team and individual evaluations that

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Oliver Cole Harrison, Wichita State University; Adam Carlton Lynch, Wichita State University; Ridge Daniel Towner, Wichita State University

designs controls systems, programs robots, and develops custom automated solutions for clients. His interests include PLCs, client and supplier relations, robot programming, research and development for industrial automation.Dr. Adam Carlton Lynch, Wichita State University ADAM CARLTON LYNCH received the BS and MS degrees in Industrial and Systems Engineering from the University of Southern California. He received his Master of International Management from the Thunderbird School of Management (part of Arizona State University). He completed a PhD in Industrial, Systems, and Manufacturing Engineering (ISME) from Wichita State University (WSU) in Kansas. Dr. Lynch has 30 years of global industry experience, particularly

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Chinedu Okonkwo, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Roy Uzoma Lan; Ibukun Gabriel Awolusi, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Jiannan Cai

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Advancements and Future Trends. In Sensors (Vol. 23, Issue 11). MDPI. https://doi.org/10.3390/s23115206Ben Chaabene, W., Flah, M., & Nehdi, M. L. (2020). Machine learning prediction of mechanical properties of concrete: Critical review. Construction and Building Materials, 260. Chakraborty, D., Awolusi, I., & Gutierrez, L. (2021). An explainable machine learning model to predict and elucidate the compressive behavior of high-performance concrete. Results in Engineering, 11, 100245.Bigelow, B. F., Bilbo, D., Ritter, L., Mathew, M., & Elliott, J. W. (2016). An evaluation of factors for retaining female students in construction management programs. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 12(1), 18-36.Chen

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Hoo Kim, LeTourneau University; joshua ryan millikan, LeTourneau University; Joonwan Kim, LeTourneau University; Alan Clipperton, LeTourneau University

Technology atLeTourneau University. He received his B.S. and M.S. degrees from POSTECH, Pohang, South Korea, and hisPh.D. from the University of Texas at Austin. His professional interests include teaching in the area ofelectromagnetics and RF, integration of faith and engineering, and entrepreneurship in engineering.JOSHUA MILLICANJoshua Millikan is a senior student in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineer in the School ofEngineering and Engineering Technology at LeTourneau University. He is a Project Manager for ProjectElectrogenesis, a Senior Design capstone project developing processes for on-campus semiconductor fabrication.His interests include spending time outdoors, country dancing with friends, designing PCBs, and

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Pedro Cordeiro Povoa Cupertino, Wichita State University; Adam Carlton Lynch, Wichita State University

Paper ID #49692Cyber-Physical Systems Challenges for UAVs: Defense Industry InsightsPedro Cordeiro Povoa Cupertino, Wichita State University PEDRO CORDEIRO POVOA CUPERTINO is pursuing a BS in Aerospace Engineering at Wichita State University. He is a Research Assistant and CAD (Computer Aided Design) Instructor at the National Institute for Aviation Research, with research interests in Lean, CAD/CAM, Systems Engineering, Project Management, and Entrepreneurship. (ORCID 0009-0001-1005-7962)Adam Carlton Lynch, Wichita State University ADAM CARLTON LYNCH received the BS and MS degrees in Industrial and Systems Engineering

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Kenneth R. Leitch P.E., West Texas A&M University; Colton Atkins, West Texas A&M University; Audrey Meador, West Texas A&M University

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educational materials. Summary and ConclusionsA digital revolution is reshaping agricultural practices, and this project aims to fill gaps inaquaponics knowledge while establishing a hands-on research program in AgriculturalEngineering at WTAMU. This initiative, one out of several, focuses on controlled environmentagriculture (CEA) as a tool for producers. Through innovative online instruction, researchers aimto provide educational materials that teach individuals how to design and manage aquaponicssystems, offering a unique way to explore CEA. Individuals will have the opportunity to learnaquaponics concepts and engineering principles through this new, interactive online format.They will gain practical experience in