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Curricular Innovations in Computing - 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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David H. K. Hoe, Loyola University Maryland; Mary Lowe, Loyola University Maryland; Dave Binkley, Loyola University Maryland

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initiative infinding appropriate tutorials on the Internet. By the end of the summer the students were able tocomplete a rudimentary Python-based simulator.This project was attractive for two reasons. First, developing the code for a simulator opens thedoor to a range of interesting research, from adding one’s own custom noise models, toinvestigating ways to accelerate the simulator or add the ability to handle more qubits, which areall viable research problems in their own right [16], [17]. Second, the development of thesimulator forms a driving motivator for learning QC and thus provides a basis for ourintroductory class on QC. 3. Quantum Computing for Undergraduate ResearchThis section describes our approach for teaching introductory QC to

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Innovative Pedagogical Techniques in Engineering Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Chibuzor Joseph Okocha, University of Florida; Gloria J. Kim, University of Florida; Jin W. Choi, Michigan Technological University; Yong Kyu Yoon

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deficiency, U.S. universities and initiatives like theNational Science Foundation's International Research Experience for Students (IRES) program aredeveloping new approaches to foster global competencies in engineering students, aiming betterto prepare them for international collaborations and the global market [17], [18], [19], [20].This research takes a step towards addressing this gap. The motivation behind focusing onmicroelectronics research and the global competencies of engineering students stems from thecritical role that microelectronics plays in contemporary global technology. Many universities inthe US offer undergraduate research opportunities in microelectronics. These programs encourageinnovation and creativity, often in collaboration

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Assessment-Driven Practices in ECE

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rebekah Turner, Villanova University; Jared Halsey, Villanova University; Karla Trotman, Electro Soft, Inc; Rosalind M. Wynne, Villanova University

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Associate Professor at Villanova University, Villanova, PA in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. Her current research interests include developing fiber optic sensors based on microstruc- tured optical fiber technology for chemical sensing and biomedical applications. Dr. Wynne is a member of the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE), the Optical Society of America (OSA), the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), the International Society for Optical Engineering (SPIE) and the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE). ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Industry-academia partnerships: Lessons from an industry

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Curricular Innovations in Computing - 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ryan Restivo, Saint Bonaventure University; Connor Walsh, University of Tennessee at Martin; Wesley Chase Duclos; Vrushank Mali, University of Tennessee at Martin; Jian Wang, University of Tennessee at Martin; Huihui H. Wang, St. Bonaventure University; Thomas Yang, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach; Richard Stansbury, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach; Houbing Herbert Song, University of Maryland, Baltimore County

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Founding Chair of the Engineering Department at Jacksonville University, FL.Dr. Thomas Yang, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach Dr. Thomas Yang received his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering in 2004 from the University of Cen- tral Florida (UCF). He is currently a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU)-Daytona Beach. Dr. Yang was a 2013 National Research Council (NRC) Senior Research Fellow supported by Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR), and a Visiting Faculty Research Fellow at Air Force Research Lab/Information Directorate (AFRL/RI) in 2012, 2017, 2018, 2021 and 2022. Dr. Yang is the recipient of 2017 ERAU Abas Sivjee Outstanding

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Innovative Strategies for Enhancing Engineering Education Across Diverse Learning Environments

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Haniye Mehraban, Oklahoma State University; Jennifer Dawn Cribbs, Oklahoma State University; John Hu, Oklahoma State University

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Paper ID #43801A Semiconductor Knowledge and Literacy Test for High School and CommunityCollege TeachersHaniye Mehraban, Oklahoma State University Haniye Mehraban obtained her Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from K.N. Toosi University of Technology, Tehran, Iran, in 2017. Currently, she is a Ph.D. student in Electrical Engineering at Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK, USA. Her research interests are primarily focused on Analog Integrated Circuit Design.Dr. Jennifer Dawn Cribbs, Oklahoma State University Jennifer Cribbs, is a Professor in the School of Teaching, Learning and Educational Sciences

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Digital Circuits, Architecture, Embedded Systems

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ben Arie Tanay, Purdue Engineering Education; Renee M. Clark, University of Pittsburgh; Gaoxiang Zhou; Samuel J. Dickerson, University of Pittsburgh

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Paper ID #37212Integration of VHDL Simulations and Written Reflections to ImproveStudent Understanding of Sequential Logic CircuitsBen Arie Tanay, Purdue Engineering EducationDr. Renee M. Clark, University of Pittsburgh Renee Clark serves as the Director of Assessment for the Swanson School of Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh. She received her PhD from the Department of Industrial Engineering, where she also completed her post-doctoral studies. Her research has primarily focused on the application of data analysis techniques to engineering education research studies as well as industrial accidents. She has over 20

Conference Session

Assessment-Driven Practices in ECE

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alireza Mohammadi, University of Michigan-Dearborn; Destin Heilman

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Norwegian Centre for Autonomous Marine Operations and Systems (a Centre of Excellence for re- search in Norway) on locomotion control of ground and swimming snake robots. In 2011, he received the Masters degree from the University of Alberta, Canada where he was with the Telerobotic & Biorobotic Systems Laboratory. He joined the Locomotor Control Systems Laboratory at the University of Texas, Dallas, as a Postdoctoral Research Associate in November 2016, where he was using neuromechanical principles in the context of feedback control theory to design wearable robot control systems. His research interests include robotics, control systems, and cyber-physical systems.Prof. Destin Heilman

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Innovative Strategies for Enhancing Engineering Education Across Diverse Learning Environments

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lilianny Virgüez, University of Florida; Debarati Basu, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; Gloria J. Kim, University of Florida; Sreyoshi Bhaduri, ThatStatsGirl

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Engineering.Dr. Debarati Basu, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Dr. Debarati Basu is an Assistant Professor in the Engineering Fundamentals Department in the College of Engineering at the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University at the Daytona Beach campus. She earned her Ph.D. in Engineering Education from Virginia Tech (VT). She received her bachelor’s and masters in Computer Science and Engineering. Her research is at the intersection of Engineering Education (EE) and Computing Education Research (CER) to advance personalized learning, specifically within the context of online learning and engagement, educational technologies, curriculum design which includes innovative and equitable pedagogical approaches, and support

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Work in Progress Papers in ECE

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John M Pavlina Ph.D., Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Prescott; William Spencer Darby, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University; Parker D. Landon, Boston University

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out-of-class assignment focusing on diving deeper into one of the questions created. Theshorter assignments required students to do small amounts of outside research and write aparagraph about their chosen question. The students would then choose one of these paragraphsto turn into a larger essay for their final project assignment. For our initial assessment of theefficacy of our proposal, we are conducting a survey of students’ experiences and responses tothe QFT prompts. Initial findings show that the project helped broaden the students’ knowledgeof topics that are not particularly covered in depth, and they were able to discover connectionsbetween circuits and their other coursework.BackgroundThe aim of our research is to utilize the

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kenneth A Connor, Inclusive Engineering Consortium & Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Mohamed F. Chouikha, Prairie View A&M University; Miguel Velez-Reyes, University of Texas at El Paso; Barry J. Sullivan, Electrical & Computer Engineering Department Heads Assn; Bruk T Berhane, Florida International University; Michelle Klein, Electrical and Computer Engineering Dept. Heads Assoc.; Kathy Ann Gullie; Milford Muskett

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disadvantage backgrounds and underrepresented populations. He is a board member of the Inclusive Engineering Consortium and is actively engaged in initiatives that promote diversity equity and inclusion in engineering education. He has held faculty research-internship positions with Air Force Research Laboratories, and NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. Furthermore, he is a member of the Eta Kappa Nu, Sigma Xi, Tau Beta Pi, and Phi Kappa Phi honor societies. He is a life member of SHPE and SACNAS, and Senior Member of IEEE. He is a member of ASEE, and AGU.Dr. Barry J. Sullivan, Electrical & Computer Engineering Department Heads Assn Barry J. Sullivan is Director of Program Development for the Inclusive Engineering Consortium

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Curricular Innovations for Future-Ready Engineering Talents

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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YiXiang Shawn Sun, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Qin Zhu, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Jennifer M. Case, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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researchers with a deeper understanding of theselected cases. However, they also warn that it may pose challenges for researchers, given thatwe might be able to address “why” certain educational initiatives are launched, yet to explore“how” and deriving improvements from the studied cases requires further endeavor.In sum, this study seeks to go beyond a simple comparison between curriculum in Taiwan andthe US. That is, we hope to overcome the plight of methodological nationalism as mentionedabove. Here, we instead aim to contextualize the four selected programs within a more detailedcontext (be it geopolitical or curricular), as well as a more practical emphasis on their coursestructures and requirements. Data for this study draws on a wide variety

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Zulal Sevkli, Miami University; Hunter Jarrod Hicks, Miami University; John Brandabur, Miami University; Andrew Philibin, Miami University

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Paper ID #43002Board 92: Work in Progress: Developing an Application to Optimize StudentGroup Formation for Enhancing Inclusivity and Collaborative LearningDr. Zulal Sevkli, Miami UniversityMr. Hunter Jarrod Hicks, Miami University Hunter Hicks is a Jr. Developer at Applied Research Associates. Hunter is an alumnus of Miami University where he completed his Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science in December, 2023. Hunter’s academic interests include computational electromagnetics, 3D computer graphics, data representation, backend development, and algorithm analysis/optimization.John Brandabur, Miami UniversityAndrew Philibin

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jennifer Cromley, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Jessica R Gladstone, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Juan Alvarez, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Zhengyan Ye, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Parth Shastri, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Aizhan Daukenova, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Shiyu Sun, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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of interview questions as the initial interview (this time withquestions geared towards the second exam), the follow-up interview mainly focused onstudents’ actual changes regarding their study before the second exam. Interviewers mentionedstudents’ planned changes reported in the initial interview and asked whether students hadfollowed their plans or had made any other changes. Importantly, all students who took exam 1took the same exam and all students who took exam 2 took the same exam. The first examcovered the content from the first month of the course and the second exam covered content fromthe second month of the course.ParticipantsWe obtained approval from the university’s Institutional Review Board. Researchers entered

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Innovative Laboratory Approaches in ECE Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ojonugwa Oluwafemi Ejiga Peter, Morgan State University; Oluwapemiisin Gbemisola Akingbola, Morgan State University; Pelumi Olaitan Abiodun, Morgan State University; Md Mahmudur Rahman, Morgan State University; Neda Bazyar Shourabi, Pennsylvania State University, York ; Lynford Goddard, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Oludare Adegbola Owolabi P.E., Morgan State University

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provides enhancedcomprehension of core concepts and practical applications. Using a quantitative method anchoredin pragmatic research philosophy, the efficacy of learning outcomes and practical applicationswere scrutinized. One semester leveraged PCB tools, while the previous semester utilizedconventional techniques. Feedback was garnered from educators and students, with SPSSfacilitating statistical analysis. Additionally, Bidirectional Encoder Representations fromTransformers (BERT) were utilized for sentiment analysis. The comparative study highlights thesuperiority of the PCB method over traditional approaches in digital electronics education forengineering students. Key findings include a 23% higher initial comprehension score (83% forPCB vs

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Work in Progress Papers in ECE

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dhinesh Balaji Radhakrishnan, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Wilfrido A. Moreno P.E., University of South Florida; Jennifer Deboer, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Chris S. Ferekides, University of South Florida

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serves as a construct to understand TRUE projects utility in preparing "world-ready" engineers, since students who believe in their own capabilities also tend to engage intheir work for their own mastery and find their work valuable and interesting [3]. Therefore,we ask: What are the students’ perceived engineering self-efficacy beliefs as a result ofparticipating in Take Responsibility to Understand Engineering (TRUE) projects?We conducted semi-structured interviews with three students to gather data on theirexperiences in TRUE projects. Using thematic analysis, we apply deductive coding toidentify themes that answer the research question. Results from this study provide insightsinto the efficacy of department-level reform initiatives in

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE) Poster Session

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kenneth A Connor, Inclusive Engineering Consortium & Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Mohamed F. Chouikha, Prairie View A&M University; John C. Kelly Jr., North Carolina A&T State University; Pamela Leigh-Mack, Virginia State University; Barry J. Sullivan, Electrical & Computer Engineering Department Heads Assn; Stephen M Goodnick, Arizona State University; Miguel Velez-Reyes, University of Texas at El Paso; Michelle Klein, Electrical and Computer Engineering Dept. Heads Assoc. ; Truong Nguyen, University of California, San Diego; Petru Andrei, Florida A&M University; Florida State University; Shayla Sawyer; Esther T. Ososanya, University of the District of Columbia; David Zubia, University of Texas at El Paso; Milford Muskett

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and Space Studies (TCESS), a NASA University Research Center, and Director of the UPRM Laboratory for Applied Remote Sensing and Image Processing (LARSIP). Dr. Velez-Reyes is a strong advocate on promoting access to excellent higher education to all students particularly those from socioeconomically disadvantage backgrounds and underrepresented populations. He is a board member of the Inclusive Engineering Consortium and is actively engaged in initiatives that promote diversity equity and inclusion in engineering education. He has held faculty research-internship positions with Air Force Research Laboratories, and NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. Furthermore, he is a member of the Eta Kappa Nu, Sigma Xi, Tau Beta

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE) Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sandip Das, Kennesaw State University

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Paper ID #40308Board 80: Design and Development of a Rooftop Photovoltaics Laboratoryfor Advanced Engineering EducationDr. Sandip Das, Kennesaw State University Dr. Sandip Das is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Kennesaw State University, GA, USA. He received his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from The Univer- sity of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, USA. His current research interests include solar photovoltaics and renewable energy systems, alternative energy harvesting devices, semiconductor optoelectronic devices, applied electronics, and engineering education. Dr. Das

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Modern Teaching Strategies in Engineering

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sangshin Park, University of Utah; Reza Kamali-Sarvestani, California State University, San Marcos; Jairo Giraldo, University of Utah; Hamed Nademi, California State University, San Marcos; Masood Parvania, University of Utah

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Paper ID #42734Importance of Cyber-Physical Security Training in Electrical EngineeringEducationSangshin Park, University of Utah Since 2022, he has been with University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, where he is currently pursuing an Ph.D at the Computer Science Department. His research interests include Cyber-Physical System, Edge/Cloud Computing and ML/DL for Communication Networks / CyberSecurity ensuring Power System Resilience.Dr. Reza Kamali-Sarvestani, California State University, San Marcos Dr. Reza Kamali-Sarvestani is the Founding Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering at California State University

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Online and Remote Teaching

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mohsen Sarraf; Mark Atkins, Ivy Tech Community College Indianapolis; Jenny Welter, zyBooks, a Wiley brand; Yasaman Adibi, zyBooks, a Wiley Brand; Nikitha Sambamurthy, zyBooks, a Wiley Brand; Lauren Fogg, zyBooks, a Wiley Brand

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, zyBooks, a Wiley brand Jennifer ”Jenny” Welter has been a publishing professional for more than two decades, specifically fo- cused on engineering publications and courseware during the majority of her tenure. She is passionate about supporting engineering education, specifically focused on content and assessment development for more effective student learning. She earned her BA in English from The University of Iowa.Yasaman Adibi, zyBooks, a Wiley Brand Yasaman Adibi is an Engineering Content Author at zyBooks. She earned her PhD in Electrical Engi- neering from the University of Minnesota in 2015, where her research focused on medical imaging using ultrasound. She also did two years of postdoctoral researDr. Nikitha

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Technical Proficiency and Cybersecurity Awareness in ECE Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Doug W. Jacobson, Iowa State University of Science and Technology

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Program underthe umbrella of the Iowa Cyber Hub [3] to foster a network of informed and resilient digitalcitizens. Created in 2017, the Iowa Cyber Hub is an initiative developed by educators andindustry professionals in Iowa. It serves various constituents, including students, employees,managers, educators, and others, by providing cybersecurity resources and guidance. The hubaims to enhance knowledge and career development in cybersecurity within the state and offers avariety of resources and opportunities. The Iowa Cyber Hub is dedicated to securing the state andexpanding the cybersecurity workforce.Launched in October of 2023, the Cybersecurity Ambassador Program [4] empowers students topromote basic cybersecurity concepts and practices within

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ruoshi Zhang, University of Louisville; Nathan George, University of Louisville; Dan O Popa, University of Louisville

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Paper ID #42712Board 83/Work in Progress: The Magic Orb: A Mechatronics Demonstrationand Course Project to Attract Next-generation Engineering StudentsDr. Ruoshi Zhang, University of Louisville Ruoshi Zhang has accepted the position of Senior Research Scientist at the Louisville Automation and Robotics Research Institute. His research interests include sensor technology, microtechnology, robotics, and embedded systems. He is the author of four journal papers and more than ten conference papers. He currently teaches two courses for the ECE department at the University of Louisville: ECE412 Introduction to Embedded

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Curricular Innovations in Computing -2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sarah L. Harris, University of Nevada - Las Vegas; Yingtao Jiang, University of Nevada - Las Vegas; Christine Clark; Ed Jorgensen; Tiberio Garza, Florida International University; Norma A Marrun, University of Nevada - Las Vegas; Valerie L. Taylor

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formal and informal peer and faculty mentoring havecorrelated with increased academic success. The cohorts are finishing their programs in Spring2023 and Spring 2024, but data up to this point already show increases in GPA, coursecompletion, and retention and graduation rates, with three students having already graduatedearly, within three and a half years. The findings from this study are now being used to expandthe successful parts of the program and inform university initiatives, with the PI serving oncampus-wide STEM pipeline committee aiming to recruit, retain, and support more STEMstudents at the institution.KeywordsDiversity, inclusion, families, underrepresented, co-curricular1. IntroductionRecent research has shown that building

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Innovative Pedagogical Techniques in Engineering Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alex M. Phan, University of California, San Diego; Jenna Metera, University of California, San Diego; Sonia Fereidooni, University of California, San Diego; Cham Yang, University of California, San Diego; Minju Kim, University of California, San Diego; Carolyn L. Sandoval, University of California, San Diego; Phuong Truong, University of California, San Diego

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is developing her thesis on the synthesis of morphology controlled bismuth ferrite for enhanced electrical applications. She aims to work for a national lab following her defense to bolster the basic sciences in government operations.Sonia Fereidooni, University of California, San Diego Sonia Fereidooni is an undergraduate researcher and Computer Science student with UC San Diego’s Computer Science and Engineering Department, where she explores her burgeoning interest in artificial intelligence and machine learning. With a focus on collaboration and learning, Sonia contributes to projects with profound impact. Her journey is marked by her dedication to making a meaningful contribution in her field through

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Innovative Strategies for Enhancing Engineering Education Across Diverse Learning Environments

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Aya Mouallem, Stanford University; Trisha Kulkarni, Stanford University; Sheri D. Sheppard, Stanford University

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of able-bodied individuals; consequently, this reinforces the exclusion andmarginalization of people with disabilities – the biggest minority group in the U.S. [13], [14].With ableism in engineering fields still persistent, there has been commendable research aimed atimproving the accessibility of engineering education for students with diverse disabilities. Theseworks addressed multiple fronts, including the proposal of new tools and educator resources,informing policy decisions, and leading new research initiatives [15], [16], [17], [18]. On thetools front, Behm et al. presented an improved real-time tracking text display (RTTD) for deafand hard of hearing students attending engineering lectures [19]. The University of

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Power Engineering & Curriculum Innovations

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Valentina Cecchi, University of North Carolina at Charlotte; Courtney S Smith-Orr, University of North Carolina at Charlotte; Paras Mandal, University of Texas at El Paso; Sukumar Kamalasadan

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Paper ID #39414Power Engineering Curriculum Update with Situative Pedagogy and ConceptMaps as Evaluation ToolDr. Valentina Cecchi, University of North Carolina at Charlotte Valentina Cecchi is an Associate Professor and the Graduate Program Director in the Electrical and Com- puter Engineering Department at the University of North Carolina Charlotte. She received her PhD in electrical engineering from Drexel University in 2010.Dr. Courtney S Smith-Orr, University of North Carolina at Charlotte Courtney S. Smith,PhD is a Teaching Assistant Professor at UNC Charlotte. Her research interests span the mentoring experiences of

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE) Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kenneth A Connor, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Bruk T. Berhane, Florida International University; Mohamed F. Chouikha, Prairie View A&M University; Miguel Velez-Reyes P.E., University of Texas at El Paso; Barry J. Sullivan, Electrical & Computer Engineering Department Heads Assn; Michelle Klein, Electrical and Computer Engineering Dept. Heads Assoc. (ECEDHA); Yeimidy Lagunas, Inclusive Engineering Consortium; Milford Muskett; Amanda Nastiuk; Sinais Alvarado; Elizabeth Hibbler, Conference for Industry and Education Collaboration (CIEC)

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engineering recruitment and scholarship programs for the University of Maryland. He oversaw an increase in the admission of students of color and women during his tenure and supported initiatives that reduce the time to degree for transfers from Maryland community colleges. The broader implications of his research are informed by his comprehensive experiences as a college administrator. His areas of scholarly interest include: 1) Broadening participation in engineering through community college pathways and 2) Experiences of first and second-generation African diasporic Americans in engineering undergraduate programs.Dr. Mohamed F. Chouikha, Prairie View A&M University Dr. Mohamed Chouikha is a professor and chair of

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gon Namkoong, Old Dominion University; TIAN LUO, Old Dominion University

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Paper ID #41400Board 88: Visual Representation Based Creative Problem Solving (CPS) forMicroelectronic CourseProf. Gon Namkoong, Old Dominion University Gon Namkoong, Ph.D. Professor ECE department Old Dominion University Applied Research Center 12050 Jefferson Avenue Suite 717 Newport News, VA 23606 Tel: 757.269.5349 email:gnamkoon@odu.eduTIAN LUO, Old Dominion University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024Visual Representation Based Creative Problem Solving (CPS) for Microelectronic CourseProf. Gon Namkoong, Old Dominion UniversityGon Namkoong, Ph.D. Associate professor ECE department Old Dominion

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Integrating Hands-On Technology and Project-Based Learning in Engineering Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Burnett, Portland State University

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students were certainly involved in the world of research, as described in moredetail below. The series has been successful in other ways too, such as producing publication-quality results and has initiated successful engineering careers for many of the students.In all, two research papers have resulted from these capstone projects which, in turn, includelinks to data repositories to enable others to build wireless sensor nodes from these projects’source code and hardware designs. Student teams showed clear improvement, year on year: afterYear 1, the fundamental components were present, but a cohesive demonstration was challengingand no paper could be written about the results. In Year 2, the project functioned but needed asummer student to fix

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE) Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Holland Banse, Magnolia Consulting; Chris S Ferekides, University of South Florida; Carol Haden, Northern Arizona University; Ismail Uysal, University of South Florida

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Paper ID #37882Board 81: Electrical Engineering Faculty and Student Perceptions of aProfessional Formation Course SequenceDr. Holland Banse, Magnolia Consulting Dr. Holland Banse began her career in education as a preschool and prekindergarten teacher. Prior to join- ing Magnolia Consulting as a Senior Researcher and Evaluator, she was an IES Pre-Doctoral Fellow in Educational Psychology-Applied Developmental Sciences at the Curry School of Education and Human Development, University of Virginia, a 2016-2017 AERA Measures of Effective Teaching fellow, and a recipient of the 2016 SRCD-Student and Early Career Council

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE) Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mohammad Al Mestiraihi, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley ; Kurt Henry Becker, Utah State University - Engineering Education

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on the knowledge they learned during engineering school, companies expect theiremployees to produce outcomes and carry out specific duties [8]. Considering the currentdilemma, educational institutions should encourage initiatives to bridge the gap betweenacademia and industry. As the literature review for this paper shows, there is currently a gapbetween effectively applying knowledge and producing results in the workplace [6].Although organizations, such as universities, have a role to play in ensuring employability,current research indicates that employers, as well as employees, now see that the primarycommitment to employability rests with the individual [9]. The authors [10] indicated that it isthe responsibility of employees to acquire