Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 2

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Saeed Rokooei, Mississippi State University; Michelle Garraway, Mississippi State University; Ali Karji

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Construction Engineering

, Mississippi State University Michelle Garraway rejoined the Mississippi State family as the Center for Community-Engaged Learn- ing’s (CCEL) Program Coordinator in August 2013. After graduating from MSU with a bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education in 2003, Michelle spent some time teaching in Alabama before moving to Hat- tiesburg, MS. There she served over 20 different area nonprofit agencies in her position as Community Impact Coordinator with the United Way of Southeast Mississippi. In 2010, Michelle and her husband David moved back to Starkville where she worked in the Starkville-Oktibbeha Consolidated School Dis- trict before coming on board with CCEL. Michelle enjoys connecting faculty with community partners

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 2

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Piyush Pradhananga, Florida International University; Mohamed ElZomor, Florida International University; Gabriella Santi; Arif Mohaimin Sadri, Florida International University

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Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering

reported a reduction in the effectiveness ofretention in the program, program understanding, and impact on professional/academic career,the majority of the students indicated a one-level increase over the semester in these same areas.These results are possibly due to ease of communication and increased collaboration betweenstudents. Whereas no change was observed for retention in program.Figure 3: Effectiveness of integrative learning framework based on students’ self-ratings (N=48)The authors focused on three Interactional Competence (IC) skills which include: (1) technicalcommunication skills (i.e., talking with someone from within your course); (2) Interdisciplinarycommunication (i.e., talking about technical details with someone from outside

Conference Session

ConstDiv Technical Session 3 - Social & Leadership

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Denise Rutledge Simmons P.E., University of Florida; Adam Kirn, University of Nevada, Reno; Rodolfo Valdes-Vasquez, Colorado State University; Nelson S. Pearson, University of Nevada, Reno

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Construction Engineering

passionately pursues workforce research characterizing, expanding, sus- taining, measuring and training the technical and professional construction workforce in the US. The broader impact of this work lies in achieving and sustaining safe, productive, diverse, and inclusive project organizations composed of engaged, competent and diverse people.Dr. Adam Kirn, University of Nevada, Reno Adam Kirn is an Assistant Professor of Engineering Education at University of Nevada, Reno. His re- search focuses on the interactions between engineering cultures, student motivation, and their learning experiences. His projects involve the study of student perceptions, beliefs and attitudes towards becoming engineers, their problem solving

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 6 - Technology & Simulation

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tom Michael Leathem, Auburn University; Lauren W Redden, Auburn University; Jeffrey Kim, Auburn University; Wesley Collins, Auburn University; Ishmael Boynton Preer

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Construction Engineering

often unable to connect the use of technology to a learning experience [6], therefore,instructors must be willing and able to make those connections for them. Construction facultymust seek ways to actively engage Generation Z students [7] in ways that these tech-savvystudents prefer to learn. Unfortunately, construction academics continue to struggle to define aclear path regarding how technology can be used in the classroom [4] which could be a detrimentto the learning experience [8]. Moreover, the utilization of technology in a constructionmanagement classroom can be cumbersome if there is not a well-thought-out plan to do so, andthe instructor is not aware of the impacts (good or bad) of introducing new technology.The incorporation of one

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 5

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Rachel Mosier P.E., Oklahoma State University; Heather N. Yates, Oklahoma State University; Sanjeev Adhikari, Kennesaw State University

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Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering

participation, ease of communication, onlinedelivery problems and the time requirements are all concerns for students and faculty alike (Kinney etal. 2012). During the Great Recession, enrollments increased whilst public (tax-based) funding wasreduced (Barr and Turner 2013).The Bureau of Labor Statistics collects data on the number of construction workers employed, overalland in different sectors. In the past fifty years, construction has increased in dollars and employmentoverall. But as many workers in the construction industry will note, there have been downturns whichresulted in job loss. While the overall construction job market is used as a metric, there is not a similardataset for summer internships. In fact, employment numbers are seasonally

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 2

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Yilmaz Hatipkarasulu, University of Texas at San Antonio; Guntulu S. Hatipkarasulu, Texas State University

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Construction Engineering

on the update procedures. In that section of the project assignment (forboth projects), a delay was introduced as a part of the monthly project update, and the impact ofthe delay was required to be presented. With this observation, an emphasis on this issue wasnoted as an action item for the course's next offering.For SLO #19, the individual student assessments average resulted in a 78% value that did notmeet the 80/80 criteria. A low score of 58% was observed in the Midterm Exam II Question #1,associated with CLO#1. This was a reaction force and moment diagram question that can beconsidered a transition subject from the physics courses to structural behavior. Special attentionto and review of the fundamental physics concepts was noted as an

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 2

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

George Okere, University of Cincinnati

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Construction Engineering

professional and ethical responsibility G. An ability to communicate effectively H. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of solutions in a global and societal context I. A recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in life-long learning J. A knowledge of contemporary issues K. An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern scientific and technical tools necessary for professional practiceTopical Areas and Aspects of the Three Upper Division Courses in the CMProgramThe Capstone CourseWithin the CM programs, the typical capstone course allows students to synthesizewhat they have learned from several courses. This is where student performance ismeasured based on their critical thinking

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 5

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Luciana Debs, Purdue University Programs; Bhavya Rathna Kota, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)

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Diversity

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Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering

focused on inte- grating design and construction and she is currently coordinating the Design and Construction Integration (DCI) major at Purdue University.Ms. Bhavya Rathna Kota, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI) An enthusiastic Construction Management professional with an Architectural background. My research interests range from collaboration- communication to sustainability and BIM. American c Society for Engineering Education, 2021 Gender Differences in Construction Management Students’ Sense of BelongingDespite significant efforts being made to recruit and retain women, construction is still a male-dominated

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 2

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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David Wesley Martin, Central Washington University

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Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering

showed that the students as a group became more collaborative in their conflict management styles between their junior and senior years.IntroductionMarket forces within the construction industry are demanding more collaborative environments.Construction Management at Risk, Design/Build, Lean Construction, and Integrated ProjectDelivery (IPD), now account for most of all construction contracts.1 In particular, IPD requires asignificant level of collaboration to succeed. However, these increasingly collaborative projectdelivery systems do not ensure collaboration. For example, Lean Construction proponentsfrequently employ the principles of IPD and have positively impacted the construction industry,but success does not occur on every

Conference Session

Construction Division Poster Session

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrea Nana Ofori-Boadu, North Carolina A&T State University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

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Construction Engineering

students’ SL skills and better prepare themfor careers in the construction industry. In the long-term, a more SL Built Environmentworkforce will have improved abilities and be better prepared to make evidence-based decisionsthat will transform global built environments.IntroductionUndergraduate education should provide students with knowledge and experiences that willshape their capability and confidence in scientific reasoning and making evidence-baseddecisions that will advance progress made by organizations engaged in engineering,construction, infrastructure, and the built environment [1- 4]. The United States is one of thenations that believes that it is important for its leaders and citizens to be scientifically literate. Ascientifically

Conference Session

Construction Division Technical Session 4: Capstone, Safety and Beyond

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Dorail F. Porter, Associated General Contractors; Andrea Nana Ofori-Boadu, North Carolina A&T State University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

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Construction Engineering

that allthe participants who had selected ‘Other’ on the survey were referring to part-time constructionemployment, mostly related to family business. Students in these categories enter the constructionprogram with a specific preferred role that matches with their family business. In future self-reported surveys, researchers will include an option for students engaged in part-time constructionwork. Notably though, most of the students who indicated no experience in the constructionindustry were freshmen. Considering that the construction education program places emphasis ongaining construction experiences, the number of students with no construction experiencedecreases with classification. Gaining construction experience is very important for

Conference Session

ConstDiv Technical Session 3 - Social & Leadership

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Dong Zhao, Michigan State University; Denise Rutledge Simmons P.E., University of Florida; Meltem Duva, Michigan State University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Construction Engineering

, alone, with a tutor, or with an instructor during officehours on class assignments and studying for quizzes and exams. Substantial reform in science,technology, engineering, and mathematics course content and teaching practices has occurred overthe past several decades impacting both in- and out-of-class experiences. Some innovators havemade substantial modifications to their courses.Astonishingly, however, in the presence of such a broad investment of time and money, no reliableinstruments exist to measure the frequency and quality of students’ social engagement inside andoutside of the classroom in relation to the activities associated with a specific course. Theinteractive classroom activities have been shown to be most effective in

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 5

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Didier M. Valdes, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez; Carla Lopez Del Puerto, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez; Alberto M. Figueroa-Medina, University of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez; Benjamin Colucci, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez; Rocío Juliana Sotomayor-Irizarry, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez

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Construction Engineering

Development AdministrationFigure 1: Research Phases.Phase 1 Survey on Work Zone and TTC Knowledge and PerceptionThe web-based survey was created to assess road user behavior and knowledge about work zonesand TTC zones. The survey was designed using multiple-choice questions and statements. Thesubjects for phase 1 were recruited using convenience sampling through the university emailsystem. An email was sent to members of the university community (students, faculty, and staff)inviting them to participate in the survey. Participant inclusion criteria included having a validPuerto Rico driving license. The researchers obtained IRB approval and participation in the studywas voluntary.To understand the knowledge that survey participants

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 5

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

John Tingerthal P.E., Northern Arizona University; Nicholas Tymvios, Bucknell University; Rachel Mosier P.E., Oklahoma State University; Kimberly Grau Talley P.E., Texas State University

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Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering

rooms werealso used to encourage student engagement.Responding to the COVID Pandemic: Results and Reflections on Round-Table Discussions at ASEE 2020Page 4Another important area for student engagement was communication in the new environment. Using thefirst few minutes of class to perform microphone checks and check in on student well-being. Softwareapplications like GroupMe and Remind were used to maintain student contact. In some cases GroupMewas already being utilized by students and the faculty were able to join as new members to the groupchat. Another option was to use Google Voice to maintain contact without sharing a personal phonenumber. Piazza is an interactive learning environment for collaboration between faculty and students,but can

Conference Session

Construction Division Technical Session 4: Capstone, Safety and Beyond

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Melissa Lynn Hrivnak, Ohio State University; Sheena Nastasia Marston, Dynotec Inc; Lisa E. Burris, Ohio State University; Fabian Hadipriono Tan Dr.Eng., Ohio State University

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Construction Engineering

focused on its ease ofuse, level of engagement, and effectiveness in communicating information. While open-endedquestions were aimed at determining technical problems with the tool, benefits and drawbacks ofusing this as a testing format, and other suggestions for improvement. The sample group of 33individuals included undergraduate students, graduate students, and professors/academicInstructors at The Ohio State University, as well as professionals in the field. Sampling thesedifferent groups allowed for a true representation of how each group would receive and assessthe tool. Immediately following the test run of the tool, the survey was conducted. A sample ofthe survey can be viewed in Appendix E.ResultsGamification Assessment Gabe

Conference Session

Construction Division Technical Session 1: Assessments

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thahomina Jahan Nipa; Sharareh Kermanshachi, University of Texas at Arlington

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Construction Engineering

heavy books, which makes studying inlibraries or other educational places more comfortable (p-value- 0.091). Also, OER helpsstudents start their assignments on time (p-value- 0.066) resulting in completing theirassignments on time (p-value- 0.066).Pair 2. Students with loans and without loansAs illustrated in Table 1, although irrespective of their way of managing tuition, most of thestudents found that OER prepares them for class activities or discussions (p-value – 0.192) moreeffectively than the traditional textbook system by providing high quality materials (p-value-0.242), exposing them to engaging and interesting writing (p-value- 0.258), and shutting outother distractions (p-value- 0.228). Some of the students found some qualities of the

Conference Session

ConstDiv Technical Session 3 - Social & Leadership

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrea Nana Ofori-Boadu, North Carolina A&T State University; Victor Ofori-Boadu, Penuel Consult Inc.; Iyshea Borders-Taylor; Lewis Waller; Paul Akangah, North Carolina A&T State University

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Diversity

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Construction Engineering

program areexpected to enhance respondents’ CPID, none of the respondents linked any general educationcourse to their CPID. Almost 10% of the respondents related their CPID to construction classesthat they took in high school, placing some emphasis on providing students with age-appropriateconstruction learning opportunities to initial early CPID and attract them into this industry. Out-of-classroom learning experiences associated with student organizations, field trips, professionalconferences, and undergraduate research experiences impacted their CPID..Skills: Respondents’ natural and acquired soft skills to include team working skills (53%),communication skills (40%), and leadership skills (16%) enhanced the CPID. Due to CP roles inleading

Conference Session

Architectural Engineering Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Eugene Kwak, Farmingdale State College, State University of New York

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Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering

. Subsequently, thescholarship has been awarded to provide funding for the construction material. The planning ofthis project also involved coordination with the regional food bank, Island Harvest, who iscurrently operating a community garden on a leased plot on campus. The garden providedsufficient context for the participating students to generate a wide range of design schemes.Also, faculty from the Department of Urban Horticulture & Design collaborated during theplanning phase. Two of the Architectural Engineering Technology students from the author’sprevious courses, Konstantinos Neofitos and Daniella Lima De Freitas Smyth, volunteered toparticipate in this research.ProcessPedagogical ApproachThe pedagogical strategy for this pilot project

Conference Session

Construction Division Technical Session 2: K-12 through Adult Learning

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Saeed Rokooei, Mississippi State University

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Construction Engineering

of a research project that aims to investigatestudio-based curriculum in construction programs and the way students perceive the neweducational model. Among the factors impacting students’ perceptions, those that are related totime structure and layout of studios in construction program are discussed in this paper. Overall,as shown in Figure 1, the higher GPA of students in studios compared with overall GPAindicates students’ enthusiasm for their studio-based curriculum which is consistent with theirreported level of engagement. While students on average did not show their consent regardingthe current 12 hours of meeting time for their studios, no significant correlation was foundbetween the level of engagement and current studio meeting

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Piyush Pradhananga; Mohamed ElZomor, Florida International University; Gabriella Santi; Lu Zhang, Florida International University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

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Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering

(CM) graduate spends approximately four years building her/histechnical expertise, with little to no time devoted to communication training. For this reason,this research seeks to integrate an objective communication activity in CM curricula thatmake up for this gap. This research has proven to advance CM students’ formalcommunication skills by creating an engaging educational environment through VirtualReality (VR) presentation simulations. An initial benchmark survey was administered to 327STEM students at a minority serving institution, to understand the impact of students’ socio-demographics on their presentation skills. Then, a pilot study was offered to 60 CM students,in which they were required to participate in VR Presentation

Conference Session

ConstDiv Technical Session 5 - Pedagogy & Accreditation II

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrea Nana Ofori-Boadu, North Carolina A&T State University; Robert B. Pyle, North Carolina A&T State University; Iyshea Borders-Taylor; Christian A. Bock Hyeng, North Carolina A&T State University; Tony E. Graham, North Carolina A&T State University

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Construction Engineering

flip homes, prior residential construction experiences, NAHB activities, and passion toprovide people with quality housing. Twenty-five percent (25%) of students were disinterested inresidential careers because of prior commercial construction experience, higher salaries incommercial construction, and uncomfortable weather conditions at residential sites. Keychallenges included difficulty in student selections and schedule conflicts. The proposed bestpractices model for industry-university collaboration had four components: (1) Initiation; (2)Establishment; (3) Engagement; and (4) Evaluation.The NAHB program has had positive impacts on construction students’ learning experiences andresidential construction career interests, as students feel

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 5

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Mostafa Namian, East Carolina University; Sharareh Kermanshachi, University of Texas, Arlington ; Mohammad Khalid, East Carolina University; Ahmed J. Al-Bayati, Lawrence Technological University

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Construction Engineering

different perspectives of key players of construction projects:managers and workers. Therefore, the current study aims to investigate the perceptions, needs, andexpectations concerning construction safety training from two different standpoints of managersand workers. To achieve the research objectives, 53 workers and 79 managers participated in thestudy. The results showed a significant difference between the workers’ and managers’ perceptionswith respect to the effectiveness of provided safety training and needs for enhancement. Workersclaimed that safety training that they received is not sufficiently effective and is not providedfrequently. On the other hand, managers argued that safety training programs are valuable, butworkers are not engaged

Conference Session

ConstDiv Technical Session 7 - Poster Session

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Shenoda, Farmingdale State College

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Construction Engineering

or online access codes (which usually cannot be repurchased) for supplemental materials like assignments, exams, etc. [10] • Financial aid-based funding of textbook purchases; problematic because it may create a “prop-up” effect on textbook prices [11] and because it is increasingly less likely to cover textbook costs [7] • Increased library purchases of textbooks for student lending [12] • Textbook rentals [13] • Electronic/online textbooks (e-textbooks) [14] • Textbook republishing [2] • “Lean” textbooks [1]Clearly, there is great interest and creativity on the part of both students and faculty in findingways to reduce the costs of course materials and the impact of those costs. The last

Conference Session

Architectural Engineering Division Technical Session 3

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Mohamed ElZomor, Florida International University; Omar Youssef, University of Arizona; Sara Ghaemi, University of Arizona; Tasbeeh Alaqtum, University of Arizona

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Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering

has been integrating innovative and novel educational paradigms in STEM education to support student engagement, retention, and diversity.Prof. Omar Youssef, University of Arizona Dr. Omar Youssef is a Lecturer at University of Arizona (UofA), College of Architecture, Planning, and Landscape Architecture, and the School of Sustainable Built Environments. A Building Scientist in the Institute on Place and Wellbeing Performance. An Architecture Designer in Practice focusing on Environmental Application within the Industry. Dr. Youssef has extensive industry experience of constructed large-scale projects. Omar’s interdisciplinary background combines between Architecture Practice, Environmental Sciences, Health and

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 6 - Technology & Simulation

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Long Duy Nguyen P.E., Florida Gulf Coast University; Robert O'Neill P.E., Florida Gulf Coast University; Simeon J. Komisar, Florida Gulf Coast University

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Construction Engineering

classroom response systems, has become morepopular in higher education6. A SRS supports “student-active, question-driven, and discussion-centered pedagogy”7 and allows faculty to assess the student knowledge of the specific conceptsand provide immediate feedback8,9.Numerous studies have evaluated the effectiveness of SRSs in the learning process. SRSspromote two interactivities, namely communication among the students and between theinstructor and the students, which lead to greater articulation of student thinking, effective peer-to-peer discussion and collaborative learning10. Instructors benefit by receiving more honest andimmediate feedback on student comprehension and high student participation8. Other studieshowever did not find that SRSs

Conference Session

Architectural Engineering Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Scott Walbridge P.E., University of Waterloo; Rania Al-Hammoud P.Eng., University of Waterloo

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Diversity

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Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering

will be taking.For the entire third year of the program, the students will study at an off campus architectureschool, where they will work on building design projects alongside architecture students. Thecurriculum for this new program has an emphasis on “communication, collaboration, anddesign”. This paper presents an overview of the program curriculum and discusses challengesencountered and lessons learned in the program development and implementation to date.Highlights of the challenges faced include issues such as: attracting students to a new programwhere there are relatively few current examples to point to (in Canada) of well-established careerpaths, marketing lower year students of this new program to prospective coop employers

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 6 - Technology & Simulation

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Fadi Castronovo, California State University, East Bay; Dragana Nikolic, University of Reading; Silvia Mastrolembo Ventura, Politecnico di Milano & University of Brescia; Vrinda Shroff, California State University, East Bay; Anh Nguyen; Nguyen H.P. Dinh, Mission College; Semih Yilmaz, California State University, East Bay; Reza Akhavian, California State University East Bay; Cristian Gaedicke, California State University East Bay

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Construction Engineering

) industry has illustrated its potential for improving communication and evaluation of designproposals, and coordinating building systems [1,2]. With the growing interest in VR by theindustry, academia has also started to explore the educational potential of VR in the AECdisciplines [3]. For example, VR has been explored for its effects on engagement, enjoyment ormemory [4] or as a means of interactive storytelling [5] as a way to support dynamic and moreactive learning. At the same time, VR as inherently three-dimensional and interactive environmentcan support the students in design and engineering disciplines who are required to build theirspatial reasoning skills. In this paper, the authors detail the process in designing and developingan

Conference Session

ConstDiv Technical Session 1 - Capstone & Case Study

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William P. Manion, University of Maine; Philip A. Dunn Jr. P.E., University of Maine

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Construction Engineering

engineeringtechnology problems appropriate to program educational objectives.” (Plan and executeconstruction)e. “…an ability to function effectively as a member or leader on a technical team.” (Work withtheir construction team)f. “…an ability to identify, analyze, and solve broadly-defined engineering technologyproblems.” (Solve real community service problems)h. “…an understanding of and a commitment to engage in self-directed continuing professionaldevelopment.” (Evaluate project performance with a reflective exercise)j. “…a knowledge of the impact of engineering technology solutions in a societal and globalcontext.” (Understand the impacts of the community service projects)k. “…a commitment to quality, timeliness and continuous improvement.” (Work

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 5

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Kelli R. Kopocis-Herstein, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Terry L. Stentz, University of Nebraska, Lincoln

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Construction Engineering

types of leadership and decision-making situations that occur in afast-moving stream of risk management in construction projects.Delivery of the course includes a compilation of carefully chosen reading assignments,comprehension quizzes, guided lecture notes, in-class activities, experiential learning, andindustry guest presenters. Each week students are randomly assigned into groups of three-to-fourstudents. This forces to students to collaborate with everyone in the course, builds community,and teaches team dynamics. The culminating project for the course are student-created videovignettes that each capture one of the course topics. These vignettes are short, fictional storiesthat leave an impression on the audiences’ mind [11]. The purpose

Conference Session

ConstDiv Technical Session 4 - Pedagogy & Accreditation I

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rajarajan Subramanian, Penn State Harrisburg; Fazil T. Najafi, University of Florida

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Construction Engineering

centralconsiderations in teaching: the means of representing information, the means for students’expression of knowledge, and the means of engagement in learning” (Rose et al. 2006).The “flipped classroom” approach has been used for years in some disciplines, notably withinthe humanities. Barbara Walvoord and Virginia Johnson Anderson promoted the use of thisapproach in their book Effective Grading (1998). They propose a model in which students gainfirst-exposure learning prior to class and focus on the processing part of learning (synthesizing,analyzing, problem-solving, etc.) in class.To ensure that students do the preparation necessary for productive class time, Walvoord andAnderson propose an assignment-based model in which students produce work (writing