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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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Mohammad A Aliedeh, New Mexico State University

Paper ID #49502Putting Transparent Thinking Approach Solution Factory (TTASF) into ProductionImplementation of Innovative TTA Genefic ToolsDr. Mohammad A Aliedeh, New Mexico State University Dr. Mohammad A. Aliedeh Bio Dr. Aliedeh is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering, Mutah University, Karak, Jordan. He is now in sabbatical leave in Chemical Engineering Department, New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM. Dr. Aliedeh earned his Ph.D. from New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM, USA, and his undergraduate and Master studies from Jordan University of Science and Technology (JUST

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

equipping future professionals with theknowledge and skills to address these challenges (Müller et al., 2024). Educational institutions areuniquely positioned to bridge the gap between sustainability policies, such as the SDGs, andpractical industry applications (Price et al., 2021). The curriculum of any academic program Proceedings of the 2025 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference The University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX Copyright © 2025, American Society for Engineering Education 2emerges as a crucial element in shaping students’ competencies and mindsets, especially intechnical and professional disciplines such

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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

secure external funding to support student research,industry-driven projects, and state-of-the-art laboratory facilities. Partnerships with state andfederal agencies will further enhance opportunities for students to engage in research thatdirectly impacts agricultural innovation. Summary and ConclusionsThe ET-AG program at WTAMU represents a forward-thinking approach to agriculturaleducation, integrating engineering and technology to meet the challenges of modern foodproduction. Program development requires hands-on efforts supported by faculty and industrycollaborations. The ET-AG program is a new interdisciplinary initiative that will be expanded asboth undergraduate and graduate student populations continue to

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Byul Hur, Texas A&M University

courses are typically included in the EngineeringTechnology Curriculum for an electronics system program. At Texas A&M University, the ElectronicSystems Engineering Technology (ESET) program is offered. For the embedded systems courses thatthe author has been teaching, students learn about microcontroller architecture and microcontrollerapplications. For the class projects, students can be given comprehensive programming and projectdemo assignments as a class project toward the end of the course. And, some of the students wouldtake the Capstone project courses in the following semesters. In this paper, the author presented theskills and knowledge that can be used from underwater robots and boat platforms to benefit embeddedsystems courses and

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Araceli Martinez Ortiz, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Gabriela Gomez, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Patricia Rodriguez Ann Rodriguez, The University of Texas at San Antonio

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Paper ID #49482Summer Pre-Engineering Program Builds Student Confidence and MotivatesInterest in STEMDr. Araceli Martinez Ortiz, The University of Texas at San Antonio Araceli Martinez Ortiz, PhD., is the Microsoft President’s Endowed Professor of Engineering Education in the College of Engineering and Integrated Design at the University of Texas at San Antonio. She leads a comprehensive research agenda related to integrated STEM learning, pre-college engineering engagement, engineering faculty professional development and culturally relevant engineering curriculum and instruction.Gabriela Gomez, The University of Texas at

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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

twenty-first century. Integrated approaches to STEM education: An international perspective, 21-43. [3] Gharib, A., & Alyafei, N. (2022). A STEM Roadmap for Pre-Collegiate Engineering Students. In ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, Vol. 86694, p. V007T09A032. [4] Retnanto, A., Alyafei, N., Fadlelmula, M., & Sheharyar, A. (2020). The Impact of Practical Experiences on the Development of Petroleum Engineering Education. In SPE Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition. Society of Petroleum Engineers. [5] Gharib, M., & de Miranda, M.A. (2024). A Novel Curriculum for an Engineering Degree in STEM Education and Teacher Preparation. In 2024 ASEE Annual Conference

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

engineering employers want: An analysisof technical and professional skills in engineering job advertisements | Journal of Engineering Education,113(2), 251–279. https://doi.org/10.1002/jee.20581.3] Hirudayaraj, M., Baker, R., Baker, F., & Eastman, M. (2021). Soft skills for entry-level engineers: Whatemployers want. Education Sciences, 11(10), Article 641. https://doi.org/10.3390/educsci11100641.4] Jones, E. (2024). Designing a New Civil Engineering Curriculum to Prepare Tomorrow’s Engineer. ASEEAnnual Conference and Exposition, Conference Proceedings.5] Murray, M., Pytharouli, S., & Douglas, J. (2022). Opportunities for the development of professionalskills for undergraduate civil and environmental engineers. European Journal of

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Chassidy Miles, University of North Texas

Paper ID #49674Enhancing Engineering Education through Faculty-Library CollaborationChassidy Miles, University of North Texas Chassidy Miles is the Engineering and Learning Technologies Librarian at the University of North Texas. She possesses a unique blend of experiences that includes serving as a public librarian, system administrator, and user experience researcher. This multifaceted background equips her with a profound understanding of the intricacies of library services and the dynamics of user engagement. Her approach is rooted in innovation and tailored solutions, ensuring the library remains a valuable resource

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

Excellence in Teaching, and 2005 Mechanical Engineering Instructor of the year award, 1999 ASEE-GSW Outstanding New Faculty Award. His teaching and research interests are in the thermal sciences. In 2015-2016, he chaired the American Society for Engineering Education Gulf Southwest section and in 2018-2019 he chaired the Academy of Distinguished Teaching Scholars at UTSA. He is a registered Professional Engineer in Texas. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 1 FSession 9 Assessing the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Undergraduate Mechanical

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Alexander Hernandez, West Texas A&M University; Sanjoy Bhattacharia, West Texas A&M University; Sarah Petters, University of California, Riverside; Markus Petters, University of California, Riverside

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innovation.Finally, a comprehensive curriculum of droplet freezing experiments using different water sampletypes with the ice nucleation cold stage system is well-suited for STEM students at all educationallevels. This curriculum supports the development of critical experimental skills and fostersinterdisciplinary collaboration in the study of atmospheric and materials science. Thisdemonstrates that the ice nucleation cold stage can be effectively implemented at any institutionto advance undergraduate or graduate curricula in science and engineering. References1. McDaris, J. R., Manduca, C. A., Iverson, E. R., & Orr, C. H. (2017). Looking in the right places: Minority-serving institutions as sources of

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Olukayode Emmanuel Apata, Texas A&M University; John O Ajamobe, Texas A&M University; Segun Timothy Ajose; Peter Oluwaseyi Oyewole, Kent State University, Kent; Grace Iyinoluwa Olaitan

engineering education. We used constructivist learningtheory to provide a foundation for understanding how AI tools can create dynamic and individualizedlearning experiences. AI’s adaptive capabilities allow educational content to be tailored to each student’sunique needs, help them sustain engagement, and support differentiated instruction. To guide educatorsin applying AI strategically, we developed a framework that categorizes AI applications in the classroominto three core areas: personalized learning and engagement, automated assessment and feedback, andcollaborative learning. This framework offers a structured approach for educators and institutions tounderstand and implement AI tools that best align with their teaching goals. However, AI

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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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% Proceedings of the 2025 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference The University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX Copyright  2025, American Society for Engineering Education 8Figure 2: Demographic distribution of the Pre-Majors and Majors in ECS degreesCreating new degree plansA new asset based approach was created for all students without utilizing the provision of SATscores or math placement test results. Three degree plans were created for students to start inAlgebra, precalculus and calculus (Figure 3). Students would not consider themselves FTIC majoror pre-major because clearly 40% on average students who were considered

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

-Southwest Annual Conference The University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX Copyright ã 2025, American Society for Engineering Education Semiconductor Manufacturing Paper presented at 2001 Annual Conference, Albuquerque, New Mexico. 10.18260/1-2--9076 11. Mowafy, L. (1998, June), A Modular Approach To Semiconductor Curriculum Development Paper presented at 1998 Annual Conference, Seattle, Washington. 10.18260/1-2—7293 12. Key Industries: Longview Economic Development Corporation. (2025). https://longviewusa.com/do-business-here/key-industriesHOO KIMHoo Kim, Ph.D., P.E., is an Associate Professor in the School of Engineering and Engineering

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Brinley Boyett, Texas A&M University; Robert Harold Lightfoot Jr, Texas A&M University

Intelligence (AI) to transform education.Dr. Robert Harold Lightfoot Jr, Texas A&M University Robert Lightfoot received his Ph.D. from Texas A&M University in Interdisciplinary Engineering, focusing on Computer Science and Engineering Education. His master’s degree is in software engineering from Southern Methodist University, and his bachelor’s degree in computer science from Texas A&M. Before joining Texas A&M, he worked at Ericsson (now Sony-Ericsson) in the network division, then DSC (Digital Switch) for the Motorola Cellular Infrastructure Group. Robert Lightfoot is now an Associate Professor of Practice at TAMU in the Computer Science department and a member of the Engineering Education Faculty

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Rahul Sharan Renu, Austin College

author. Results fromthis analysis are used to modify the LLM-generated PIs. Future work includes using the modified PIsfor SO assessment in a new engineering program. Introduction and MotivationThe evaluation of an educational program’s success and efficacy is often performed based onpredefined student outcomes. ABET, a well-reputed organization that accredits engineeringprograms across the world, defines student outcomes to be statements that “describe what studentsare expected to know and be able to do by the time of graduation. These relate to the knowledge,skills, and behaviors that students acquire as they progress through the program.”1 An educationalprogram may choose design a curriculum that achieves

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

, V., Guerra, A. O. P. D. C., Ellinger, D., Carlos, V., Petronienė, S., Gaižiūnienė, L., ... & Brose, A. (2022). Towards active evidence-based learning in engineering education: A systematic literature review of PBL, PjBL, and CBL. Sustainability, 14(21), 13955. 10. de Los Rios, I., Cazorla, A., Díaz-Puente, J. M., & Yagüe, J. L. (2010). Project–based learning in engineering higher education: two decades of teaching competences in real environments. Procedia-Social and Behavioral Sciences, 2(2), 1368-1378. 11. Uziak, J. (2016). A project-based learning approach in an engineering curriculum. Global Journal of Engineering Education, 18(2), 119-123 12. Hadim, H. A., & Esche, S. K

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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

national committee of the American Society of Civil Engineers for curriculum redesign supporting the civil engineering body of knowledge. He is actively engaged in developing strategies for enhancing the STEM education pipeline in Texas and nationally, and has testified before the Texas Senate and House Higher Education Committees in that regard. He chaired the councils for the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board developing statewide articulation compacts for several engineering and science programs. He chaired the Engineering Field of Study Committee for the Coordinating Board. Dr. Nelson was the primary architect of the UT Tyler Houston Engineering Center through which UT Tyler’s engineering programs are

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Hoo Kim, LeTourneau University; Jaden Schuster, LeTourneau University; Ray Holt

IEEEclub, followed by a special lecture in the "Introduction to Computer Engineering" course, wherestudents worked on projects involving the mentor's design materials. This mentoring approach,integrated into the course structure, inspired students and helped them envision their futurecareers in engineering. The paper concludes that combining storytelling and the mentor's uniqueexperiences within a course can significantly benefit students and faculty. IntroductionAll educational activities in universities can be defined by various elements, and among these,the importance of mentoring has been widely discussed. Mentoring encompasses componentssuch as academic and professional development, personal support

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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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Intelligence and Problem-Based Learning into the Digitization in Construction Curriculum. Buildings, 14(11). https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings14113642Mohtasham Moein, M., Saradar, A., Rahmati, K., Ghasemzadeh Mousavinejad, S. H., Bristow, J., Aramali, V., & Karakouzian, M. (2023). Predictive models for concrete properties using machine learning and deep learning approaches: A review. In Journal of Building Engineering (Vol. 63). Elsevier Ltd. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jobe.2022.105444Muliauwan, H. N., Prayogo, D., Gaby, G., & Harsono, K. (2020). Prediction of Concrete Compressive Strength Using Artificial Intelligence Methods. Journal of Physics: Conference Series, 1625(1). https://doi.org

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Matthew Kuester, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor

Laboratory Course Development Story Matthew S. Kuester Computer Science, Engineering, and Physics Department University of Mary Hardin-Baylor AbstractFluid mechanics laboratory is a common component of mechanical engineering curricula, becausehands-on experiments allow students to experience key fluid mechanics principles (such as fluidstatics, Bernoulli’s equation, and conservation of energy) in a meaningful way. Establishing a newlaboratory course provides a unique set of challenges (building and selecting new equipment) andpossibilities (creating engaging, practical learning experiences for students).This paper