preparation time from these groups as well as a facultymember directing the camp. By the third year, the choice was made to hire a coordinator. Wetook the information we gained from the positive aspects of the original format and distilledthem down into a much more manageable camp format for long-term sustainability. Lessons Learned 1. The Importance of Setting the Goals for the Camp Program Many people have been involved in the planning of our summer camps; our best practiceshave emerged based on implementation of multiple strategies and follow-up assessments.Reflection on our experiences suggests that the key strategic issue in camp planning is agreeingon the goal of the camp and communicating this to all of the parties involved. This
, which they see as creating a need forreal world problems to be solved by engineering students. In doing so, they expose the studentsto the challenges and needs of underserved communities. Design that Matters develops “DesignChallenge Portfolios” containing problem statements and the contextual information studentsneed to develop appropriate technology to address the problems. The topics involve areas suchas infrastructure and healthcare, renewable energy and economic development, education andcapacity building. The portfolios connect the underserved communities to the student designers,by articulating community needs to a technical audience in a position to make a difference whilelearning and growing. DtM nurtures promising student-developed
/WDM), which isthe emerging dominant networking technology as well as the basic physical layer considerationfor Electromagnetic (EM), wireless, fiber optics, and other requirements. A new laboratory totrain the student with the state-of-the-art measurement capabilities and concepts associated withhigh-speed measurement is established. It is important for the new breed of students to have afundamental understanding of EM, microwave measurements methodologies, and opticalmeasurements and communications concepts and methodologies. We consider the followingitems to be important for all of the students and practitioners of HSSE. High Speed Electronics Methods Signals, circuits, and controllers for > 40
. Page 15.1321.2IntroductionThe need for a workforce with expertise in the Science, Technology, Engineering andMathematics (STEM) disciplines is widely recognized. 1 Multiple national advisory committeesand blue ribbon panels have cited the need for engineers and scientists familiar with modelingand simulation approaches to scientific exploration, design, and management as a necessary thirdleg of knowledge advancement, along with theory and experimentation. 2,3 A Council onCompetiveness survey of chief information and chief technology officers indicated that 97percent of major companies could not function without high performance computing andcomputational science. 4Modeling and simulation is ideally suited for the implementation of inquiry
jmoha20@unh.newhaven.edu Susrutha Babu Sukhavasi Venkata Durga Sunanda Gangula Computer Engineering Electrical and Computer Engineering Wentworth Institute of Technology University of New Haven Boston, MA, USA West Haven, USA sukhavasis@wit.edu vgang4@unh.newhaven.edu Abstract—This study proposes the development of energy- processed without violating the laws of quantum mechanics.efficient digital circuits by
Remote Sensing Technology. He was the Founding Director of the UPRM Institute for Research in Integrative Systems and Engineering, and Associate Director of the NSF CenSSIS ERC. His research interests are in integrating physical models with data driven approaches for information extraction using remote or minimally intrusive sensing. He has over 160 publications. He is Fellow of SPIE and the Academy of Arts and Sciences of Puerto Rico. Received the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers award from the US President in 1997. He chairs the SPIE Conference on Algorithms, Technologies and Applications for Multispectral, and Hyperspectral Imaging. He is board member of the Inclusive Engineering Consortium
, this labeling ischallenged by the stringent assumption of the DINA model regarding non-mastery labels, renderingit unreliable and precluding the assurance of accurate non-mastery identification. Furthermore, thisassumption does not account for the existence of a middle ground denoting partial mastery. In therealm of CDMs, no model accommodates more than two classes, specifically signifying masteryand non-mastery. It is imperative to underscore that these supervised models can solely be trainedusing the available information on guessing and slip parameters [34][35]. The K-means algorithm, an unsupervised learning method, emerges as a solution to theseconstraints by offering a means to classify students' learning behaviors without the
related programs),faculty resources, and changes to student learning and developmental needs. If data werecollected longitudinally across decades, it is likely that many changes would be evident asmechanical engineering graduate programs have adapted to new technologies, emerging fields,and modern theories of teaching and learning.5.2 Known to unknown transitionAs highlighted by the sample data, despite the variation in what these assessments are called byvarious programs, nearly all mechanical engineering programs do some form of assessment toverify that doctoral students demonstrate mastery of fundamental knowledge and are ready toundertake independent research. In this way, the preliminary examination is an importantmilestone along a students
,” London: Edge Foundation, 2011.[8] C. E. Johnson and M. Z. Hackman, Leadership, A Communication Perspective. 7th Edition. Long Grove, IL: Waveland Press, Inc., 2018.[9] W. Archer and J. Davison, “Graduate employability,” The council for industry and Higher Education, 1-20, 2008.[10] A. G. Eggleston and R. J. Rabb, “Returning to an Industry-informed Technical Writing and Communication Course Design,” Paper presented at 2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Tampa, Florida, June 2019. 10.18260/1-2—33246.[11] A. G. Eggleston and R. J. Rabb, “Survey and Best Practice Identification for Course Development and Integration of Technical Communication for Engineers,” Technology Interface International Journal
continued technological and economicsuccess for nations such as ours will rely on scientists and engineers able tocollaborate with peers, partners, and competitors from many locations around theworld. Engineering educators acknowledge that this era of globalization hasextensive implications for the curriculum and are thus experimenting in search ofappropriate changes to keep the next generations competitive. Many internationalprogram models for engineers are emerging at campuses across the country, withfocus on language and culture study, study abroad, student exchange, internationalprofessional internships, projects carried out by global student and faculty teams,distance learning partnerships with schools abroad, and so on. Another sign of
pathways, policy, and how it shapes education and undergraduate engineering education, with specific attention to first-generation college students, low-income and immigrant populations. He loves running, books, anime, traveling, and food, especially when he gets to do it in the company of his husband Tommy and those he meets along the way! ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Decolonization of academia: is the word Latinx a form of colonization?AbstractThere has been debate for some years around the term Latinx and how members of thecommunity identify with it. Originally, the term emerged in academia as a gender-neutral optionto counter the term Latino/a or Latin@ and to try to
Paper ID #42284Visual Voices in Computing: Exploring Photovoice in Computer Science Educationfor Underrepresented GroupsMiss Disha Patel, Florida International University Disha Patel is a computer science Ph.D. Candidate in the School of Computing and Information Sciences (SCIS) at Florida International University. Her research interests include using the photovoice method to investigate how underrepresented students perceive they can be best supported through navigation of the computer science field.Mrs. Monique S. Ross, The Ohio State University Monique Ross earned a doctoral degree in Engineering Education from Purdue
Use of the Critical Incident Technique for Qualitative Research in Engineering Education: An Example from a Grounded Theory StudyAbstract The critical incident technique is a well-established qualitative research method that isuseful in exploring significant experiences in order to better understand resulting behavior. Thecritical incident technique is emerging as a tool for research and for building theories inengineering education.1, 2 This paper describes the initial state of a grounded theory study. Thepurpose of the larger study is to develop a theory that relates how students perceive the role oftheir family in making engineering-related academic decisions. The population
onfindings from the literature in mathematics that suggested revisiting fundamental mathematicalconcepts and reinforcing them throughout the curriculum [10]. Thought was also given to thefact that while students may understand the math, they might not see how it is applied in a givencontext, or the approximations and assumptions they are required to make to solve a certainproblem [11,12]. An intervention such as the one to be developed here, was suggested (but notexplored) in the literature as a potential tool for remedying these problems [13,14].In this work-in-progress paper we present the results of an emergent think aloud interviewprotocol [15-17] that examines student ability to transfer knowledge and the barriers they face indoing so while
Engineering from Azad University. Her research area of interest lies in informal preK-12 education to strengthen the engineering pipeline. © American Society for Engineering Education, 2022 Powered by www.slayte.com Engagement in Practice: The Road to Higher Education - Is the Pipeline Half Empty or Half Full? An Analysis of Student Experiences, Perceptions and Backgrounds When Considering a Career in EngineeringIntroductionAs the U.S. wrestles to secure its position as the leader in global innovation and technology,there is a tremendous need to increase and diversify the number of engineers and scientists whograduate each year, commonly referred to as the
epistemic practices while engineering a design solution? 2. What epistemic practices do students engage in during collaborative small group engineering design activities? Theoretical Framework Sociocultural learning theories [14] provided a theoretical framework for this study, witha focus on epistemic practices [2], [15] and EPEs [1], [3]. In this perspective, learning isnecessarily relational, situated, and dependent on interactions with the learning environment. Thelearning environment includes individuals (mentors and peers), technology, information, andartifacts. Learning, constructing meaning, and developing transferable knowledge of conceptsand practices are viewed as relational
integrating engineering on middle school students’ interest and engagement in STEM. She has also received funding to conduct teacher professional development in the areas of engineering education, problem based learning and inquiry instruction.Ms. Esther R. Wain-Weiss, Universtiy of Akron c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018 A Doctoral Teaching Program in Engineering at The University of AkronI. IntroductionAs the decades progress, new faculty hires at engineering colleges across the US are being askedto reach different and, often, higher bars on their way to tenure. While this information isanecdotal, it is based on the authors’ own experience, as well as in speaking to many others
EngineeringAs Friedman notes2, the world is becoming flat – economic competition between industrialcountries and emerging market countries can no longer be separated. As an example, India andChina are rapidly entering the complex global supply chains, primarily due to the Internet.A flat world requires American engineers to be capable of working in a global context, whetherthey find employment within the United States or internationally. This fact is becoming apparentthroughout organizations within the United States, with national engineering organizationsemphasizing the importance of learning outcomes and related skills development for engineeringstudents. Below we present how ABET’s Engineering Criteria 2000 and the National Academyof Engineering’s
, University of Central Florida Kent Williams, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Industrial Engineering and Management Systems Department at the University of Central Florida. His research interests are Simulation and Training Systems Design and Development, and Cognitive Science.Luis Rabelo, University of Central Florida Luis Rabelo, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor in the Industrial Engineering and Management Systems Department at the University of Central Florida. His research interests are Engineering Management and Information Technology. Page 11.619.1© American Society for Engineering
-five engineering innovators with diverse backgroundsin engineering discipline, gender, ethnic, and geographic diversity. These interview data wereanalyzed to determine the key characteristics of engineering innovators. Next, we conducted anin-depth literature synthesis to understand different ways in which these innovative engineercharacteristics were currently identified, and we have begun to assess existing needs for newengineering innovativeness assessment instruments. These studies will inform the development ofscales designed specifically for measuring engineering innovativeness.IntroductionScientific and technological innovations have fostered our economic and social prosperity for thepast two centuries1, accounting for nearly half of
of the Engineering Education Faculty. She is also the Director of the Sketch Recognition Lab and Professor in the Department of Computer Science & Engineering. She is a member of the Center for Population and Aging, the Center for Remote Health Technologies & Systems as well as the Institute for Data Science. Hammond is a PI for over 14 million in funded research, from NSF, DARPA, Google, Microsoft, and others. Hammond holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science and FTO (Finance Technology Option) from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and four degrees from Columbia University: an M.S in Anthropology, an M.S. in Computer Science, a B.A. in Mathematics, and a B.S. in Applied Mathematics and Physics. Hammond
Technology (ABET) (2006) adapted two cognitivemodels for incorporation into engineering classrooms. Incorporation of Bloom’s taxonomy and amodification of the Kolb Learning Cycle were necessary to show alignment with ABET criteria.The 2006 ABET Criteria marked a decisive change in the direction of engineering education.While earlier calls for change were in the form of recommendations, the ABET criteriarepresented a requirement for continued accreditation. This joined with the specific talents andrecognition engineer educators bring to the incorporation of cognitive science in the classroomand the relative newness of the subject matter, make this a productive area of study.The purpose of this study is to synthesize, through a meta-analysis study
aid and others seeing it as a risk to independent critical thinking. This study also exploresstudents’ perspectives on integrating AI into future curricula and highlights their suggestions for itsresponsible and effective adoption in engineering education. IntroductionThe rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) are reshaping the education sector. Engineeringeducation has long been at the forefront of adopting technological innovations, reflecting the field'sdynamic and solution-driven nature. AI tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot, Grammarly, Claude,Gemini, Wolfram Alpha are becoming indispensable to enhance learning experiences1,2. Fromautomated routine reminders to facilitating deeper
new emphases; and • outline strategies to implement required changes while retaining the positive features of current programs.It is equally important that future programs will have the depth and breadth that keep students atthe edge of technology, and be keyed to the fact that future demands will be for the solution ofmultiple problems involving human values and attitudes, future outlook, the environment, safetyissues, as well as the interrelationships and dynamics of social, political and economic systemson a regional as well as global bases.Desired Characteristic of Future Graduates: The characteristics which future graduatesshould possess to interact positively and become leaders of the profession should, in broad terms,include
, City of San Jose (Local government); Michael Elkin, Assistant District Director, Entrepreneurial Development, U.S. Small Business Administration; Jeff Selman, Special Counsel, Heller Ehrman Venture Law Group (Mergers and Acquisitions); John Lee, Vice President, Emerging Technologies Practice, Silicon Valley Bank (Commercial Lending and Leasing); and Karen Saucier, CCFC and President, Endpoint Capital (Factoring)f. "Intellectual Property Protection" Attorney Mircea Achiriloaie of the law firm Fernandez & Associates, LLP and Entrepreneur Hector Franco explored the importance of patents, trademarks, and copyrights in protecting proprietary information produced by new ventures. They provided both practical and legal
culturally sustaining STEM outreach assessment and evaluation. Micaha received her Master of Science in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Education degree from the University of Kentucky College of Education, and her Bachelor of Science in Integrated Strategic Communication (Public Relations) from the University of Kentucky College of Communication and Information Studies.John Roberts, UK College of Engineering John is pursuing a Doctorate of Philosophy in Educational Policy and Evaluation at the University of Ken- tucky. One of his main research interests are college choice and student enrollment in higher education. Over in the past ten years, he has been fortunate to progress in the field of
postgraduate study-abroad programs.Ing. Martha Elena Ortega, CANIETI Martha Ortega was born in Yucat´an, Mexico in 1978. She received her B.S. in Computer Science Engi- neering (2003) and M.S. in Information Technologies Management (2009). Since December 2008, Ortega has been with the Mexican Chamber of Electronics, Telecommunications, and Information Technology. She was the Southeast Regional Director and since April, 2014, has worked on projects related to human capital development with the Special Projects National Direction. Page 26.950.1 c American Society for Engineering
formidable communicative, embodied resources forgrounding principles in STEM. Discussing torsion, a student may enact angular deformation bygesturally communicating their emerging understanding to peers (see Figure 1). Gestures canindicate a students’ reasoning processes as sensorimotor activity is engaged in problem solvingand analysis [7; see Figure 1]. In engineering, students and instructors often produce gestures whilereasoning about physical and mathematical phenomena [9] and carry nonverbal information thatcomplements verbal reasonings [10]. Grondin and colleagues [10] catalogued the gestures engineering students produced in anengineering lab as they mechanically reasoned about the concept of torsion. These gestures oftendepicted the
constructs to adesign task, underscoring the concepts of communication, teamwork, technology, efficiency,sharing and understanding that were generated through the SMEL concept maps.Social Media and Engineering LeadershipAs with the other connections, engineering and leadership shared concepts appear in the SMELConcept Maps. Again, students established connections between engineering and leadershipthrough the concepts of efficiency, understanding, communication and teamwork. Additionalconcepts shared by engineering and leadership that emerged include problems, design, research,goals, and projects. These additional shared concepts indicate that the students, at least in aconceptual way, recognize that engineering leadership goes beyond teamwork and
; Business Administration; Medicine and Engineering.Dr. Renata A. Revelo, University of Illinois, Chicago Renata A. Revelo is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the department of Electrical and Computer Engi- neering at the University of Illinois at Chicago. She earned her B.S. and M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering and her Ph.D. in Education Organization and Leadership from the University of Illinois.Dr. Yeow Siow, University of Illinois, Chicago Dr. Yeow Siow has over fifteen years of combined experience as an engineering educator and practi- tioner. He received his B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. from Michigan Technological University where he began his teaching career. He then joined Navistar’s thermal-fluids system