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Dani Fadda, University of Texas at Dallas; Wooram Park, University of Texas at Dallas; P.l.stephan Thamban; Oziel Rios, University of Texas at Dallas

Department of Mechanical Engineering at University of Texas at Dallas. He is interested in education of engineering students with the emphasis on robotics and control systems. His research mainly concerDr. P.l.stephan Thamban, Dr. Thamban is an associate professor of instruction in the Mechanical Engineering department at the University of Texas at Dallas who contributes to the teaching mission of the department. He brings with him more than a decade long teaching experience and teaches foundational, introductory ME undergraduate courses and advanced mathematics courses for undergraduate and graduate students. He values and incorporates project-based learning components in undergraduate courses.Dr. Oziel Rios

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

aerospace. Dr. Lynch now serves as an Associate Teaching Professor in the Applied Engineering department and as an Adjunct in ISME at WSU. His research interests include Engineering Education, Leadership, Mentoring and Lean Six Sigma.Ridge Daniel Towner, Wichita State University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 1 Project-Based Learning: Finite Element Analysis of CNC Tooling Surfaces Oliver Harrison Applied Engineering – Process Automation Undergraduate Student Wichita State University Adam Carlton Lynch, Ph.D

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

University of Texas at Arlington. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025Teaching Digital Logic Design Using a Floating-Point ProcessorKartikey Sharan and Bill CarrollComputer Science and Engineering DepartmentThe University of Texas at ArlingtonAbstractThis paper presents a framework for teaching digital logic design using a 32-bit floating-pointprocessor, developed as part of Kartikey Sharan’s master's thesis. The project leveragesSystemVerilog and the IEEE 754 standard to provide hands-on experience with floating-pointarithmetic, FPGA implementation, and digital system design. Integrated into advanced digitallogic courses at the University of Texas at Arlington, the project offers practical exposurethrough

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Chassidy Miles, University of North Texas

for the academic community. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 1 Session XXXX Enhancing Engineering Education Through Faculty-Library Collaboration Chassidy Miles, Meranda Roy, Ana Krahmer University Libraries University of North Texas AbstractIn the rapidly evolving landscape of engineering education, academic libraries can play a criticalrole in supporting project-based learning and career development. This

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

of Texas at Dallas (UTD). He teaches the capstone design course sequence and serves as a Director for the UTDesign program, which facilitates corporate sponsorship of capstone projects and promotes re-source sharing and cross-disciplinary collaboration among engineering departments. Upon joining UTD in 2012, he developed the capstone design course sequence in the newly-formed mechanical engineering department and has been responsible for teaching it since. In 2017, he was a recipient of a University of Texas System Regents’ Outstanding Teaching Award. His professional interests are in the areas of engineering education, fluid mechanics, and thermal science. Robert is an active member of ASEE and the Capstone

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Kendra Zagozda, Fort Worth ISD; Roberto Wheelock; Raziye Aghapour, The University of Texas at Arlington; Soulmaz Rahman Mohammadpour, The University of Texas at Arlington; Jaivardhan Sood, The University of Texas at Arlington; Erick C. Jones, The University of Texas at Arlington; Victoria C. P. Chen, The University of Texas at Arlington

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Wheelock, Great Hearts Academy, Irving, TX Raziye Aghapour, Soulmaz Rahman Mohammadpour, Jaivardhan Sood, Victoria C. P. Chen, Ph.D., Erick C. Jones Jr., Ph.D. Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering Department University of Texas at Arlington AbstractWe present K-12 educational lesson plans towards conducting college level research in engineering.These experiences are an extension of a National Science Foundation Research Experiences forTeachers project (EEC-2055705), where math and science K-12 teachers are trained to conductresearch on sustainable and resilient engineering systems in various disciplines. For

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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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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

Balawi, Carlos Corleto, Waqar Mohiuddin, Joanna Tsenn, and Jonathan Weaver-Rosen Agenda• Introduction – UNITES• Conflict Management o Roleplaying Activity o Review of Modules 1 & 2 o TKI and Types of Conflict o Dutch Test• Discussion and Feedback 2UNITES • UNITES is a project started in 2021 as part of an NSF RED Grant in our department ─ Empower our students with an effective teamwork skill set before they graduate. • Students are trained in their sophomore, junior and senior years ─ One course is chosen each year ─ Team projects required in the courses • Training is delivered in

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Matthew Fendt, Baylor University

solvers and communicators, and not justautomatons that spit out code. Several years ago, I developed a new assignment to help them practicethese skills.Over the last two years, students in my mid-level Data Structures and Algorithms class have had theopportunity to reach a broader audience for one of their projects by presenting research posters at theSouthwest Data Science Conference, which is hosted at Baylor. Students work in pairs to use thesame data processing and communication skills that they need for the other projects but also combinethem with effective poster design and oral presentation. During the lunch hour conference postersession, students alternately stand by their displays and explain them to conference attendees andthen walk

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chen pan, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Thuy Khanh Nguyen, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Chunjiang Qian, The University of Texas at San Antonio

in STEM. In addition to research, Dr. Pan has successfully secured funding for educational and research initiatives, including the USDA REEU program, NSF REU program, and mini-grants from UTSA and the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. Dr. Pan’s research interests cover Sustainable Air-Ground IoT Systems, Tiny Machine Learning, Intelligent Sparse Sensing, Transient Computing and Communication, and Emerging Non-volatile Memory, contributing to advancements in IoT. His work has been widely published in leading conferences and journals. Dr. Pan’s projects are supported by esteemed agencies, such as NSF, USDA, NOAA, and TGLO, underscoring his dedication to impactful research and student success in engineering

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

networks, I observed that the front line personnel that I was hiring didn’t have what I considered to be skills that they should be bringing to the table. I began investigating why, and that led me to high school. Alas, I began my journey in Education in 2010 inhabiting the classrooms of Lovejoy High School, where my two daughters attended. I redubbed my PreCalculus course as Problem-Solving with Brooks and was also afforded the opportunity to lead an impactful Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Principles of Engineering (PoE) course, a project-based learning survey of the engineering discipline. Since the Summer of 2015 I have been privileged to work with the Texas A and M Sketch Recognition Lab (TAMU SRL) to evaluate

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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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and the delivery methods of aquaponicsinformation in an online medium. By structuring an effective online learning method, thisresearch seeks to empower diverse learners to engage with aquaponics as a viable method forfood production and environmental management. The project evaluates the educationaleffectiveness of tutorials through surveys assessing student comprehension, engagement, andease of implementation. Findings will inform future instructional design improvements andcontribute to the broader field of online education for aquaponics. IntroductionOnline education is growing and changing for both traditional and non-traditional students.Educators are at odds with open source, think spaces such

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Mia K. Markey, University of Texas at Austin; Anakaren Romero Lozano, University of Texas at Austin; Kristin M Connelly, University of Texas at Austin

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domestic and international addresses were expected. After orientation,postage was provided, and the letters were posted on the students’ behalf. The letter was formattedto allow for space for the student to handwrite a personalized message to the recipient. Both Englishand Spanish versions of the letter were available to the students. In addition, students were offeredstickers to include with the letter. The stickers consisted of an official and widely recognized logo ofthe university along with the word “family” in either English, Spanish, Chinese, or Korean. Asshort-term measures of this project, we collected data on the number of letters sent, the geographicdistribution of recipients, the rate of usage of the English vs Spanish versions of the

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Ernesto A B F Lima, University of Texas at Austin

computational tools toreal-world applications. Since 2022, the course has transitioned entirely to BME-focused examples,such as modeling population dynamics, analyzing biomedical images, and implementing cellularautomata for disease modeling. Student feedback highlights increased confidence and relevance,while project topics showcase a deep engagement with BME-related challenges. IntroductionProgramming and computational thinking are increasingly recognized as essential skills in the 21stcentury, offering innovative solutions to complex problems across diverse fields. Computationalthinking transcends mere programming; it involves reformulating complex challenges into problemssolvable through computational

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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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1 Enhancing Teamwork Skills in Engineering Education: Iterative Development of Interactive Lecture Modules Mohammad W Mohiuddin, Jonathan Weaver-Rosen, Carlos R Corleto, Joanna Tsenn, Shadi Balawi J Mike Walker ’66 Department of Mechanical Engineering, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas AbstractTeamwork is a fundamental skill for success in engineering education and professional practice.Engineering projects often demand collaboration across disciplines and expertise, requiring thedevelopment of competencies in team dynamics, effective communication, and conflictmanagement. Critical

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Byul Hur, Texas A&M University

high, and a complexLinux-embedded system may be needed to provide solutions to machine learning and visionprocessing problems. This graduate course was designed to serve to bridge the gap for engineeringtechnology students who need to understand and learn advanced topics in machine learning and visionprocessing.As the semester was approaching toward the end, security topics were covered in this course. Studentswere given term projects to apply the technologies that they had learned throughout the semester. Thefollowing sub-section will introduce practice sessions and term projects given to the students. Proceedings of the 2025 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference The University of Texas at

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Mengqi Monica Zhan, University of Texas at Arlington; Grace Ellen Brannon, The University of Texas at Arlington; Liwei Zhang, The University of Texas at Arlington; Frank K. Lu, The University of Texas at Arlington

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experiences expose students toaerospace research projects and help them build a supportive community of peers and mentors,which is critical for their persistence in graduate programs and/or careers. The impact of suchprograms extends beyond skill development, as they also play a crucial role in fostering self-efficacyand sense of belonging in the aerospace engineering community. This is particularly important giventhat URM students often face additional challenges, including imposter syndrome and a lack ofrepresentation among faculty and industry professionals [1]. Furthermore, the intersectionality ofmarginalization based on ethnicity and social class compounds the challenges faced by URMstudents, making it essential to consider multiple dimensions

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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

Paper ID #49499 and Biology from Southwestern University and her doctorate in Clinical Health Psychology/Behavioral Medicine from the University of North Texas. Her research explores interdisciplinary curriculum development in collaboration with STEM fields such as computer science, health science, and engineering.Dr. Jeffrey John Hatala, West Texas A&M University Dr. Hatala has most recently worked with faculty at different universities and in different disciplines (psychology and engineering) to develop and team-teach a interdisciplinary project-based team-based course for teaching the balance between design and societal impact on physical and emotional health on the local and regional levels.Andrew Crawford

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

industry project (with Local Company A) Semiconductor internship program launched and promotedThe development of a curriculum that aligns with industry needs is a key focus of thedepartment. Examples include courses specifically designed to emphasize the practicalapplications of semiconductor theory. The instructor and department chair collaborativelydesigned these pilot courses to support the department's efforts to secure additional resources andinitiate a partnership with Local Company A. These courses highlight the importance ofexperiential learning and lab-based education, offering students real-world

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Nur Yazdani, The University of Texas at Arlington

Civil Engineers (ASCE), the American Concrete Institute (ACI), and the ASCE Structural Engineering Institute (SEI), he is the author or co-author of more than 180 articles in journals and proceedings and an invited speaker at conferences and seminars. He has a P.E. license from the state of Texas. Dr. Yazdani is well-known for his research on Concrete Bridge Design, Evaluation and Rehabilitation, Resilient and High Performing Infrastructure, Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE), Concrete Properties, Coastal Infrastructure, Bridge/Building Codes, and Engineering Education. He has received several awards for his teaching and research accomplishments and secured more than $18 million from research projects. Funding sources

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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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material testing data using programming skills and AI techniques to rapidlyestimate and better learn how different properties of materials influence their strengths. IntroductionThe construction industry is undergoing a progressive shift toward data-driven decision-making,propelled by advances in technology and the increasing volume of information that can be collectedon jobsites (Hashim et al., 2024). From project scheduling to material selection and quality control,construction professionals are expected to leverage large datasets to optimize processes, reducecosts, and ensure safety (Rane, 2023). One crucial technological driver of this shift is artificialintelligence (AI), a field that enables

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Heidar A Malki, University of Houston - COE

find material on YouTube via theYouTube Video Links Channels can accelerate their learning. Some YouTube Video Link Channelsprovide a macro view of industry which enables the viewer to understand how their skillsets could beused to create value. This brief overview of a project through its life cycle from exploration throughappraisal, development, production and abandonment helps the viewer “connect the dots” about howother team members supply and/or use the data generated. This is a preliminary step as it usuallytakes many years to grasp.Academia provides many opportunities for workforce development, i.e., career fairs, technical clubs,industry lectures, company visits etc. Technological advances enabled improvements in the

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

Paper ID #49540Development of a Novel Graduate Pedagogy to Enhance Job Readiness inSemiconductor Education Based on Role-Playing Internship ExperienceProf. Nathan Jackson, University of New Mexico Prof. Jackson is an Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering and Director of the Nanoscience and Microsystems Engineering Graduate Program at University of New Mexico. He is the PI of an NSF funded Innovation and Graduate Education project focused on increasing job readiness of graduate students in the semiconductor industry. He is a member of ASEE and Senior Member of IEEE. He was awarded the Junior Faculty Research award at

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Catherine Elisabeth Lugo, UT Arlington Research Experience for Teachers - Fort Worth ISD; Meribah Marie Treadway, The University of Texas at Arlington

adoption. Many of these features come standard in new cars and have‬ ‭been around long enough to be prevalent in the used car market.‬‭ uided by the research and analysis, teachers Lugo and Treadway created lesson plans that would‬G‭integrate their research experiences to increase their students’ perceptions and interest in engineering‬ ‭majors and careers. For the Project-Based Research class, students will be introduced to ArcGIS‬ ‭Online as a method of understanding an engineering problem and analysis. Students will be required‬ ‭to identify an engineering problem and develop a solution to the identified problem over the course‬ ‭of the year. For Algebra 2, students will plot the coordinates of items with a mapping software and‬

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Bonnie S. Boardman, The University of Texas at Arlington

their degrees, etc. Thesevisualizations could be very helpful in describing students’ paths through programs. Secondly,colleges considering changes to admissions and/or transfer processes into and within the collegecould use the visualizations to get an accurate “as-is” view of student paths. This could be helpful indeveloping new processes as well as benchmarking for evaluating the performance of any changes.Specific research questions (RQs) of this project were: RQ1: Are there differences in entrance and/or exit patterns of undergraduate engineering programs that can be visualized with Sankey diagrams? RQ2: Do patterns in student flows suggest where in a particular program, or on which students, resources aimed at improving retention

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Mostafa Mohammad, Wichita State University; Adam Carlton Lynch, Wichita State University

Paper ID #49691Reengineering Drill Systems: A Lean Six Sigma Approach to MinimizingDefects and Maximizing EfficiencyMostafa Mohammad, Wichita State University MOSTAFA MOHAMMAD is currently a bachelor’s at Process Automation Engineering currently studying at Wichita State University. With a passion for optimising industrial processes that uses existing products, he has demonstrated the need of efficiency and quality improvement methodologies. For a recent project, Mostafa Mohammad has successfully applied all Six Sigma principles to enhance the production of an existing product, analysing and refining processes to achieve