Conference Session

Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) - Best in DEED

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

L'Nard E.T. Tufts II, Stanford University; Alessandra O. Napoli, Stanford University; Shima Salehi, Stanford University; Anna Lisa Boslough, Stanford University

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

content relevance and applicability [3]. PFLwas applied to low-stakes assignments and quizzes that assessed comprehension of previouslycovered material and engaged students in the productive struggle of confronting novel problems,which the instructor provided optimized methods to solve in subsequent lectures. Such PFLactivities and quiz questions turned lectures into additional opportunities for students to receivefeedback on their understanding.MethodsThis study uses a design-based research (DBR) approach to iteratively improve its target course.Well-suited for educational contexts, DBR combines theory-driven inquiry with practicalinterventions to address real-world teaching and learning challenges. This methodologyintegrates observation

Conference Session

Pre-college Engineering Education Division Technical Session 4

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Katherine Dornian, University of Calgary; Mohammad Moshirpour, University of Calgary; Laleh Behjat P.Eng., University of Calgary

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Pre-College Engineering Education

. IntroductionAccording to Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, “Digital skills, likecoding and understanding how to use new technologies to solve real world problems havebecome increasingly vital across all sectors of the global economy” [1]. The importance ofdigital skills extends beyond the borders of one country and encompasses the whole world [2].Engineers are key to building the future societies and economies. Hence, the impact of digitalskills training in engineering education is of utmost importance. In this paper, a systematicliterature review of digital skills programs in global K-12 education is performed.First, we define the term ‘digital skills.’ The use of the term ‘digital skills’ has soared since thelate 1990s as the Internet

Conference Session

K-8 Engineering & Access

Collection

2005 Annual Conference

Authors

Glenn Ellis; Catherine Lewis; Susan Etheredge; Thomas Gralinski

helping them see the interdisciplinary possibilities and potential.The anecdotal research on teaching and learning in elementary school science, technology, andengineering is replete with teachers’ calls for authentic and meaning-based professionaldevelopment experiences. The ASEE K-12 website presents the following statement on itsintroductory webpage: “Many teachers agree that hands-on learning is the best method forattracting more students to engineering. Interactive experiments and lessons help makeengineering come alive for students. Engineering education needs to become less theory-basedand more context-based, to demonstrate engineering’s relevancy in the ‘real world.’ While manyteachers do believe engineering is important in their

Conference Session

International Division (INTL): Case Studies and Trends

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jose Texier, LACCEI; Maria Mercedes Larrondo-Petrie, Florida Atlantic University; Laura Romero, Tecnologico de Monterrey ; Libis Valdez Cervantes

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Diversity

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International Division (INTL)

study and training thatprepares individuals to become professional engineers. Engineering education is typicallyprovided at universities or institutions that follow a structured curriculum [10], [11], [12].Over the past two decades, profound technological changes have occurred driven by disruptiveadvances. Beyond classroom learning, engineering education often includes internships inindustry, allowing students to gain practical experience and apply their skills to real-worldenvironments. These changes have not only transformed the way engineering is taught but alsothe way engineers approach and solve complex problems in today's world. It is of utmostimportance that higher engineering education institutions go beyond knowledge transfer

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Effects on Student Learning

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tela Favaloro, University of California, Santa Cruz; Tamara Ball, University of California, Santa Cruz; Zachary W Graham, University of California, Santa Cruz; Michael S. Isaacson, University of California, Santa Cruz

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Diversity

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

an articulated “communitycollege to university success program” (CUSP) located at Hartnell’s newly constructed“Advanced Technology” campus, which among other advantages, functions as a livinglaboratory for research on micro-grid control and integration. The program’s holistic approachto workforce development integrates design of sustainability curriculum, student internships,professional training, hands-on technology usage and its implementation; incorporatingexperiential learning with real world consequence into the classroom. CUSP primarily servesstudents from the community college and neighboring high schools in the Salinas Valley, andstrives to give these students, who may otherwise have minimal access to technological resourcesand

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sheila Anne Gobes-Ryan, University of South Florida; Theresa Burress, University of South Florida; Aana Farhana Ahsan, University of South Florida

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI)

visualizations. 2. To focus students on thinking critically about what statistical parameters indicate in a particular problem. 3. To facilitate students’ ability to read and respond precisely to an engineering-related problem. To develop our approach and content, we drew from literature across multiple fields, including information and data literacy pedagogy, technical writing in engineering, argumentation, and data visualization. The resulting data literacy module comprises assignments paired with applied engineering problems derived from the existing scientific literature and real-world datasets.We deployed the new assignments in Fall 2024. While we have confidence in the revised module, werecognize that some elements of the assignments

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tirupalavanam Ganesh, Arizona State University; John Thieken, Arizona State University; Dale Baker, Arizona State University; Stephen Krause, Arizona State University; Monica Elser, Arizona State University; Wendy Taylor, Arizona State University; Chell Roberts, Arizona State University; Jay Golden, Ph.D., is a faculty member in ASU’s School of Sustainability and codirector of the; James Middleton, Arizona State University; Sharon Robinson Kurpius

problem acts as the catalyst that initiates the learning process29.Cognitive Apprenticeship has at its heart the idea of learning in context where the activitybeing taught is modeled in real-world situations. Brown, Collins, and Duguid30 proposed thatskills and concepts are best learned in their real-world context and situation. Cognitiveapprenticeship is situated within the social constructivist paradigm, which advocates that humans Page 15.837.6generate knowledge and meaning from their experiences19,28,31. Lave32 said that learning is asocial process, and that skills are best acquired through authentic situations by communicatingwith peers and

Conference Session

LEES 7: Experiments in Experiential and Project-Based Learning

Collection

2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joanna Burchfield, University of South Florida; Olukemi Akintewe, University of South Florida; Jamie Chilton, University of South Florida

possess cross-cultural communication proficiencieshave quickly become an industry necessity (e.g., Downey, et al., 2006; Rico-García & FieldenBurns, 2020). However, while cultural competency has long been recognized as an essentialcompetency for engineering professionals, and while engineering programs, especially thoseabroad, have increased their efforts to prepare students to enter global markets, industry reportsindicate that, broadly speaking, US efforts have not metindustry needs and expectations(Warnick, 2011; Ndubuisi, et al., 2020).The discrepancies between engineering employer needs and university efforts can be attributedto how teamwork and intercultural communication function in real-world contexts versus howthe theory, concepts

Conference Session

Assessment and Liberal Education

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Caitlin Donahue Wylie, University of Virginia; Kathryn A. Neeley, University of Virginia; Toluwalogo Odumosu, University of Virginia

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society

might face on the job. And we wanted to develop a strategy for reliably assessingwhat the students produced. This paper describes the rationale for the examination, the factors shaping its design, andwhat we learned from the exam about what constitutes excellence in the sociotechnical analysisof the kinds of real-world problems practicing engineers address. Most importantly, it offersevidence that we have at least begun to develop a promising qualitative approach todemonstrating the value of STS in an engineering curriculum.The Rationale for the Examination: Assessment of Non-Technical Outcomes/ProfessionalSkills In a white paper endorsed by the Liberal Education Division of ASEE in 2002 andpublished in the Annual Conference

Conference Session

Capstone, Undergraduate Research, and Projects in ECE

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Ahmed Abul Hussain, Prince Mohammad bin Fahd University; Nizar Tayem, Texas A&M University; Chedly B. Yahya, Prince Mohammad bin Fahd University; Sadiq A. Alhuwaidi, Prince Mohammad bin Fahd University; Jamal Nayfeh, Prince Mohammad bin Fahd University

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Electrical and Computer

, among other things, a student's ability toapply the theoretical knowledge and technical skills in solving a real-world problem, ability to bean independent learner, teamwork and leadership skills, ability to communicate effectively, etc.It demonstrates the competencies and readiness of a senior undergraduate student (aftergraduation) to either work in the industry or undertake graduate studies and conduct research. Itencompasses all ABET learning outcomes as it summarizes all the essential technical and non-technical skills a higher learning institution prepares its graduates to acquire and apply. In short,a successful and high quality senior design project is proof of the quality of education offered bya higher institute of learning, the

Conference Session

Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Education Session 3

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anthony Joseph, Pace University

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

to “a great deal” “a great ”a great deal” deal” deal” How ideas we will explore in this class relate to ideas I have encountered in other classes within this subject area 12 10 83% 5 42% How studying this subject helps people address real world issues 12 12 100% 4 33% Find articles relevant to a particular problem in professional journals or elsewhere 12 12 100% 1 8% Critically read articles about issues raised in class

Conference Session

Mechanics Division (MECHS) Technical Session 3

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Christine F. Goble, Centre College; Martha E. Grady, University of Kentucky

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Diversity

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Mechanics Division (MECHS)

statics activities and a platform to share them. The authors strive to offer practicalcontent that enables faculty to easily integrate hands-on active learning into their teaching,helping them overcome common barriers.These activities are intended to complement, rather than replace, traditional statics instruction,providing students with hands-on applications that reinforce key concepts. The design allowsindividual instructors the flexibility to draw connections between commonly used models instatics and their real-world variations, such as the assumption of frictionless pins in trusses. Byincorporating these activities, instructors can contextualize theoretical assumptions and, whenappropriate, facilitate discussions on model limitations to

Conference Session

Engineering Ethics Division: Computing, Technology, and AI

Collection

2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Franz Kurfess, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Katya Vasilaky, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Tina Cheuk, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Ryan Jenkins; Grace Nolan; Amir Hajrasouliha; Elise St John

justice concerns on data scienceprojects that have direct and indirect implications to barriers to an inclusive, just, and sustainableworld. Figure 1: ESJ Reflection, Evaluation, Action CycleIn Figure 1, we diagram an iterative cycle of questioning, reflection, and discussion that allowsteam members to build a shared knowledge base on the ethical and social justice implications inthe conceptualization, design, and application of the knowledge, resources, and tools that emergefrom data science projects. We envision different components of our toolkit to be used indifferent steps, and are currently evaluating the suitability of the components for different pointswithin the life cycle of a research project.As a basis for this

Conference Session

Novel Pedagogical Techniques I: Online, Electronic, and Apps!

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas E. Marlin, McMaster University

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Chemical Engineering

development and maintenance. Second, we proceed to anexposition of the teaching and learning method; at every stage, we present the application in thiscourse. Third, we present evidence of changes (improvements) effected through this project.Fourth, we discuss the methods and results in light of some well-recognized principles of highereducation. Finally, we present conclusions.2. Project goalsThe major goal was to apply the flipped class approach of blended learning to this universityengineering course and evaluate the benefits, if any. Since we do not live in a world of unlimitedresources, a second important goal was to find tools and methods that make a flipped classpossible for the majority of university courses; the method should be low cost and

Conference Session

Best In DEED

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Robert T. Bailey P.E., Loyola University Maryland; Billy Friebele, Loyola University Maryland

Tagged Divisions

Design in Engineering Education

Paper ID #286203D Design in Art and Engineering: An Interdisciplinary ExperimentDr. Robert T. Bailey P.E., Loyola University Maryland Dr. Robert T. Bailey is currently a Professor of Mechanical Engineering in the Department of Engineering at Loyola University Maryland. He received his B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Florida, the latter in 1991. He worked in industry for Westinghouse and Science Applications International Corporation, served as a senior program officer at the National Research Coun- cil, and taught previously at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. His

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2004 Annual Conference

Authors

Frederick Stern

computer-based textbooks. Of present interest is integration ofcomputational fluid dynamics (CFD) into undergraduate engineering courses and laboratories.CFD is a widely used tool in fluids engineering with many specialty and commercial CFD codesthrough out the world covering many application areas. One major obstacle to the greater use ofCFD is lack of trained users.Fluid mechanics courses are included in the curricula of most engineering programs, with bothprogram required and technical elective courses. Program required courses are at both theintroductory and advanced levels, whereas technical elective courses are at advanced levels.More than one program often requires introductory level courses (e.g., mechanical, civil, and bioengineering

Conference Session

Engineering Professional Development using Robotics Activities

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Veena Jayasree Krishnan, NYU Tandon School of Engineering; Sheila Borges Rajguru, NYU Tandon School of Engineering; Vikram Kapila, NYU Tandon School of Engineering

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Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Pre-College Engineering Education

, she is the projects director of the ARISE program. This full-time, seven-week program includes: college level workshops and seminars, and a high level research experience in NYU faculty labs. Her commitment to diversity and equity is paramount to her work in STEAM and activism. As a former Adjunct Professor at Teachers College, Columbia Univer- sity and biomedical scientist in immunology Dr. Borges balances the world of what scientists do and brings that to STEAM education in order to provide culturally relevant professional development and curricula that aligns to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Her free time is spent hiking, growing spiritually, and enjoying her family and friends. Moreover, Dr

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Learning and Teaching Experiences

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Haolin Zhu, Arizona State University; Amy Trowbridge, Arizona State University; Keirien Taylor, Arizona State University, UOEEE; Daniel J. Laxman, Arizona State University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

Donaher, et all, as of 2017, only six institutions with approved GCSP had a similarGrand Challenges specific course [4]. With the growing expansion of GCSP both nationally andinternationally, the materials developed for the MOOC may benefit other GCSP institutions aswell as institutions that are preparing to establish a GCSP. In addition, the Grand Challengeshave also become a popular topic in many engineering and non-engineering courses andprograms, as well as K-12 education programs, because they provide relevant, meaningful, andrich real world learning experiences for students [5-21]. Making the course materials developedfor the MOOC widely available may also benefit these courses and programs. Thus, as part ofthe authors’ work with the Kern

Conference Session

Mentoring, Advising, and Facilitating Learning

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michelle Marie Grau, Stanford University; Shannon Katherine Gilmartin, Stanford University; Beth Rieken, Stanford University; Sheri Sheppard, Stanford University

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Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Educational Research and Methods

-depth analysis then took place forseveral categories, where they were broken down to more specific subcodes and recoded tocapture more insights. For themes with multiple subcodes, tables are provided to show thefrequency of each sub-code and sample quotations. For themes with no sub-codes, samplequotations are presented in text. A single response (i.e., comments from a single student) couldhave as many codes as were applicable. For example, a person indicating they already had anengineering position at a specific company would have three different tags: “clarity of plans -knew exactly”, “Engineering involved in plans - Yes”, and “Specific company”. The samerationale applies to sub-codes; one response could have multiple sub-codes. For example

Conference Session

Engineering Ethics Division Technical Session 4

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Swetha Nittala, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Tasha Zephirin, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Shiloh James Howland, Brigham Young University; Dayoung Kim, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Andrew Katz, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Brent K. Jesiek, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Engineering Ethics

longitudinal study of undergraduates noted a generalprogression from viewing the world in “unqualified polar terms of absolute right-wrong, good-bad” to “personal commitments in a world of contingent knowledge and relative values” [15]p.3). The work of Clarkeburn, Downie, Gray, and Matthew [16] corroborates what Perry foundin his original study, namely that many students start college with some understanding ofrelativism but are somewhat distressed by it. They more specifically noted that first-year collegestudents accepted “multiplicity and relativism in the application of values, though sometimesreluctantly” [16, p.446]. These researchers additionally propose that intellectual developmentand ethical development evolve in tandem as students progress

Conference Session

Reimagining Engineering Ethics

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Grant A. Fore, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis; Justin L. Hess, Purdue University; Andrew Katz, Virginia Tech

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Diversity

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Engineering Ethics

about actively inquiring into how to provide care for aspecific need and, in doing so, creating a world aligned with one’s vision of “the good.” Thispaper will close with a brief consideration of the educational implications of engineering inethics.IntroductionIn October 2019, the authors of this paper began having conversations about the past, present,and future of engineering ethics and engineering ethics education. These conversations werefocused on exploring two concepts -- ethics in engineering and engineering in ethics-- both ofwhich were synthesized from recent works in engineering ethics [1, 2]. Inspired by Thompson,Joslyn, and Chua’s [3] work, here we aim to share the flow of these conversations through adialogue, wherein the authors

Conference Session

Engineering Empowered Communities: Place-Based Community Engaged Learning

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Juan C. Lucena, Colorado School of Mines; Mateo Rojas; Casey Gibson, National Academy of Engineering; Jaime Elizabeth Styer, Colorado School of Mines; Sofia Lara Schlezak, Colorado School of Mines

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Diversity

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Community Engagement Division (COMMENG)

knowledge over experientialknowledge and other knowledges. (1.2) She sees these institutional requirements as barriers toovercome if research is aimed at responding to real-world needs. Key research participants fromthe targeted local groups should have the opportunity to become Thesis Committee members, astheir views and input could be as relevant as any other member. Another barrier she found isrelated to the need for more allocation of time and resources for designing and implementing RTactivities within graduate programs. Particularly in her MS program, she found support andmotivation throughout her research and writing process, which was sufficient to include RTconsiderations before, during, and after the publication of her thesis. However

Conference Session

LEES 6: Writing & Communication

Collection

2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rebecca Essig, Purdue University Fort Wayne

include written componentslike this on their end-of-the-chapter problems since most engineering homework assignments arepulled from the course textbook, but unfortunately that is not the case [12]. Instead, instructorsare encouraged to add short discussion pieces like having students explain a concept, describehow a principle or object works, or find and discuss a real-world application. The prompt can bedeveloped to target different learning outcomes and levels [12]. Technical Memo Writing ActivityThe second type of WID activity used in ENGR 101 is to have students write technical memosabout in-class experiments. The course outcomes addressed by this activity are: 1. Plan and carry out a disciplined experimental study following a

Conference Session

SED Technical Session: Instructional Experiences

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kirsten A. Davis, Virginia Tech; Alejandro Salado, Virginia Tech; Thomas A. McDermott, Stevens Institute of Technology

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Systems Engineering

necessary does not resultin effective simplification in practice. Applying the concept of simplification in the process ofcreating a system architecture is an art that requires repeated, iterative practice with feedback.This is why we believe that a systems architecture course is a good candidate to be taught usingthe studio art format [9]. Similar practices have been identified between system architects and both composers offilm scores [26] and master painters [27], including managing complexity and seeking harmonyin the final product. A full mapping between competencies needed in the arts and systemsarchitecture revealed that a similar problem is faced in the art education world: concepts such asthe color wheel are easy to teach, but few

Conference Session

ERM Technical Session 15: Perspectives on Engineering Careers and Workplaces

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gretchen A. Dietz, University of Florida; Elliot P. Douglas, University of Florida; Erica D. McCray, University of Florida

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Educational Research and Methods

findings from studies that utilized this framework are applicable to race. Itis expected that similar outcomes will emerge. Transferring this framework from gender to racewill allow an in-depth exploration of individual racism within the workplace.Faulkner’s In/authenticityWendy Faulkner began her studies on the experiences of women in the software industry with adiscussion of engineering dualities [33], [34]. Through this work, she described two sides ofengineering, the “technical” and the “social”, which are in tension. The technical realm is oftenconsidered “real” engineering where men are expected to hold positions. The “social” realm iswhere women are expected to participate. She described the “gender inauthenticity” [34, p. 93]that ensues

Conference Session

Works in Progress: Learning and Engagement

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Justin Charles Major, University of Nevada, Reno; Adam Kirn, University of Nevada, Reno

Tagged Divisions

Educational Research and Methods

recommendations to increase graduation rates1, is active learning9. Besidesincreasing engineering self-efficacy8, use of active methods have been shown to be more effectivetowards improving students’ grades when compared to the norm of direct instruction10 (i.e.lecture). Project-based learning, one active learning method used in engineering, employs the useof cooperative project completion to link learning to real application and increase motivation 7,11.If project-based learning positively affects students' formation of self-efficacy, includingdevelopment of engineering self-efficacy, or even design self-efficacy (i.e. students' feelings intheir ability to conduct design)12, project-based learning may prove to be a more effective way toteach engineering

Conference Session

Communication Across the Divisions II: Communication and Transdisciplinary Pedagogies

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brock E. Barry P.E., U.S. Military Academy; Daniel J. Fox, U.S. Military Academy; Robert M. Wendel, U.S. Military Academy

Tagged Divisions

Civil Engineering, Liberal Education/Engineering & Society, Mechanical Engineering, Technological and Engineering Literacy/Philosophy of Engineering

Military Academy at West Point, a Master of Science degree in Engineering Management from the Missouri University of Science and Technology, and a Master of Science degree in Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin. Prior to serving as an instructor, MAJ Fox served as an engineer officer in the U.S. Army on a variety of projects around the world. This entry is MAJ Fox’s first professional publication. . . and he’s really excited about it.Lt. Robert M. Wendel, U.S. Military Academy 2LT Robert Wendel contributed to this research as a senior at the United States Military Academy, West Point, New York. In May 2015, 2LT Wendel graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engi- neering and was commissioned

Conference Session

Innovative Approaches to Ethics Instruction

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alison J. Kerr, The University of Tulsa; Bradley J. Brummel, The University of Tulsa; Jeremy S. Daily P.E., The University of Tulsa

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Ethics

participants to learn and practice real-world ethicaldecision making skills.6 The combined conclusion from these researchers indicates that a modeof teaching that has the potential to best achieve objectives is one where students actuallyexamine ethical dilemmas and choices that go into making a sound ethical judgment in the fieldbut are also required to make decisions and experience the feelings associated with their choice.One of the most commonly used methods used to present students with an opportunity toexamine ethical situations in detail is case-study training.7 Case studies can be described as amethod of training that involves trainees receiving written descriptions of real or fabricated fieldrelated dilemmas that they read and analyze to

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William Clark, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; David DiBiasio, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

between experiment and theory and provideimproved learning. In this paper we report on the development and implementation of asimulation of a double pipe heat exchanger in our unit operations laboratory using COMSOLMultiphysics™, a commercial finite element modeling software package. We also describe ourevaluation plan and present preliminary results on comparison of performance and attitudes ofstudents who used the simulation to those who did not.Problems in the LaboratoryOne educational goal of a typical engineering laboratory is to help students understandfundamental principles by connecting theory and equations in their text books to real worldapplications with real equipment and data. In addition to this goal, our senior level

Conference Session

Innovations in Biological/Agricultural Education-I

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kurt Rosentrater, USDA-ARS; Jerry Visser, South Dakota State University

Tagged Divisions

Biological & Agricultural

only a few. Some of the tools of the trade include control charts, fishbonediagrams, Quality Function Deployment, House of Quality, Kanbans, Kaizen, Value Stream Page 13.1206.3Mapping…the list goes on. All of these programs and tools are unique and have differing goals,but all focus on numerically quantifying the level of quality for a product or a processing system.We teach our students about these tools, and providing examples based on real-life data makesthe learning that much more authentic.Using examples from the ethanol industry could be an easy means to generate interest in theclassroom. We will focus on one way to do this: using