Conference Session

Computational Tools and Simulation I

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Dianne Raubenheimer, North Carolina State University; Jeff Joines, North Carolina State University; Amy Craig, North Carolina State University

Tagged Divisions

Computers in Education

computerprogramming course. The skills learned in such freshman level courses are being iterated andexpanded on in subsequent courses in these curricula in order to create a ‘computational thinkingthread’. One unforeseen consequence of the computer based modeling course was an increase inthe student’s problem solving ability. This study explores the role that computing has onstudent’s problem solving abilities and tries to quantify its impact. Students in several freshmanand senior level engineering courses across different disciplines were asked to solve a commonproblem solving task as well as reflect on the process they used to solve the problem. Thestudent’s solutions were scored using a protocol based on Wolcott’s ‘Steps for better thinkingrubric’ The

Conference Session

Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 23

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Fadhla B. Junus, Purdue University ; Junior Anthony Bennett, Purdue University ; Theresa Green, Purdue University ; Jason Morphew, Purdue University ; Ruth Wertz, Purdue University

Tagged Divisions

Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

students produced more correct calculations when sitting while their fingers,hands, or eyes moved, or when sitting on a wheelchair while making circular movement.Further studies even showed that when learners moved in active modes [11], engaged in full-body movement [15], or turned their body toward right and left direction [29] were able toeffectively solve addition and subtraction of two and three-digit numbers problems, as well asimprove their understanding of computer programming concepts. All of these studiesprovided convincing evidence as to Weisberg and Newcombe [8], who suggestedincorporating embodied cognitive tools and gestures in transforming STEM education.Our study discovered various theories employed by researchers in designing a

Conference Session

New Trends in ECE Education

Collection

2003 Annual Conference

Authors

Edward Gehringer

QuantitativeApproach as a text. Students were required to implement three projects simulating variousaspects of a microarchitecture (cache, branch predictor, dynamic instruction scheduler). Thenthey engaged in an experimental analysis to find the best configuration in a design space. Theywere encouraged to pair-program, and data were gathered on their experience.1. IntroductionPair programming is one of the twelve practices of Extreme Programming (XP), which is thebest known of the “agile” software-development methodologies that have gained widespreadattention in recent years. Agile methodologies attempt to mitigate some of the up-front designcosts of heavyweight methodologies, which expend a lot of effort on design before code iswritten, and to adapt more

Collection

2023 IL-IN Section Conference

Authors

Tyler J. Smith

completea fill-in-the-blank assignment from a United Nations website detailing facts on the impact ofplastics that are polluting our environment. For the national level assignment, students were askedto apply RADAR or CRAPP to evaluate two to three sources and summarize a nationalenvironmental issue they identified. For the local level, students needed to identify a specificexample of a local environmental problem. They were not to choose something vague such as airor water pollution, but something specific, like perhaps a leaky faucet, a memorial balloon -release, lights left on, or a clogged storm water drain, which could all be appropriate choices. Theywere then given a generalized template for writing a letter or email to the particular

Conference Session

Computer Applications in Energy Courses

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Peter Idowu, Pennsylvania State University-Harrisburg

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

generallymake assumption about user’s background, the engineering methodology they werepreviously exposed to and the visual metaphors used in communicating concepts [1].These may impact the effectiveness of the tool for a category of learners who do not fitthose assumptions.As many more instructors are expected to infuse some form of technology into theirinstructional repertoire because of the credible benefits in student engagement, efficientcourseware development strategy is becoming paramount. A sample of such visualcourseware authoring tool is discussed by Lau and Mak [5], and offered as an instructor-enabling medium that would encourage instructors to devote time and effort to content

Conference Session

WIED: Faculty and Gender Issues

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sara Wadia-Fascetti, Northeastern University; Jan Rinehart, Northeastern University; Simon Pitts, Northeastern University

Tagged Divisions

Women in Engineering

potential participants was held to gain an understanding ofparticipant reactions and their potential engagement. These conversely revealed commoncharacteristics or skills required for successful research leaders, independent of the discipline orfield, the ability to: • Value, identify, develop, and sustain partnerships with other organizations including academic, industrial, or not-for-profit • Develop a common vision across groups and communicate it effectively • Recognize the need for mentorship, team building, and team dynamics Page 24.1044.5 Based on these characteristics, the identified goals for ReDI are to: • Create a

Conference Session

Capstone Design Projects in ECE

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

George York, U.S. Air Force Academy; Daniel J. Pack, U.S. Air Force Academy

Tagged Divisions

Electrical and Computer

. 6. Demonstrate recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning. 7. Evaluate project impacts on contemporary engineering issues, especially those relevant to military engineers.Throughout the various phases of the course, we quantitatively assess these seven objectives atpredetermined points across all the various capstone projects to arrive at our overall assessmentof the capstone course. These objectives not only focus on measuring success by assessing thecompletion of the technical requirements of a project, but also emphasize the use of the properengineering design process. The textbook we use to teach the engineering process is Design forElectrical and Computer Engineers, by Ford and Coulston,11 and

Collection

2014 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

Authors

Nicholas S. Rosasco; Dane Brown

II. EDUCATIONAL JUSTIFICATIONintended to enlighten and educate students, by presenting both STEM outreach at the United States Naval Academyapplications and abstract concepts in an interactive, hands-on (USNA) entails a different approach to recruiting and retainingmanner. Modules that teach a wide range of topics, some technologists. We engage elementary, middle, and high schoolmultidisciplinary, are presented in short, informative sessions. students and teachers in a diverse range of science andThe module presented in this paper involved discussions of engineering activities [14] using Navy relevant curriculum, ournetworking and communications technology, as well as the

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Emmabeth Parrish Vaughn, Austin Peay State University; Lily Skau, Austin Peay State University; Bobette Dawn Bouton, Austin Peay State University

Tagged Topics

NSF Grantees Poster Session

- all Designing for others: the roles of narrative cognitive, Skill- Perspective Taking, Affective Sharing, Self & Other and empathy in supporting girls’ Females affective, Awareness engineering engagement [12] behavioral Effects of Engineering Students’ Soft Skills cognitive, Skill- Perspective Taking, Affective Sharing and Empathy on Their Attitudes toward Females affective Being- Holistic Service to

Conference Session

Electrical and Computer Division Technical Session 4

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stewart J. Thomas, Valparaiso University; Mark M. Budnik, Valparaiso University

Tagged Divisions

Electrical and Computer

classrooms. Such research work, however, hasfocused primarily on the potential benefit for students, and little work has been done on thebenefits of flipped classrooms for faculty — especially first year faculty.New engineering faculty are under increasing pressure to teach successfully in the classroom intheir first year of academia. Different methods have been employed improve success of first yearfaculty [3, 4]. However, there has been minimal research into the possibility of first year facultyusing a flipped classroom model to improve their teaching effectiveness. The flipped classroommodel offers many advantages for student engagement and active learning [2, 5], but for firstyear faculty, the flipped classroom pedagogical model is often

Conference Session

Professional Papers

Collection

2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

Authors

Lianjun Wu, Mercer University; Arash Afshar, Mercer University; Dorina Marta Mihut; Belle Lin; Melanie L McElroy, Mercer University ; Jordi Riera Shephard, Mercer University; Michael James Norenberg, Mercer University

Tagged Topics

Professional Papers

his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering at Mercer University. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Research in Prosthetic Hand Development: Bridging Mechanical and Biomedical EngineeringAbstractThis paper presents our initial progress on an innovative undergraduate research project thatbridges mechanical and biomedical engineering disciplines in the field of prosthetic handdevelopment. A group of undergraduate students, majoring in mechanical engineering andbiomedical engineering, are engaged in a collaborative effort to design, fabricate, and characterizeactuators for prosthetic devices. The project aims to provide students with hands-on

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kathleen L. Kitto, Western Washington University; Debra S. Jusak, Western Washington University

Tagged Topics

NSF Grantees

environments. Individual groups can continue theirdevelopment outside scheduled class time since the applications will allow the groups to tracktheir own progress as the applications operate in either practice or test mode.But, important research questions remain. Are the new learn anywhere, multi-touch, multi-mediadevices going to change education in ways yet to be understood just as PCs and the internet haveand continue to do so? What role will these smart, multi-touch devices play in distributedcognition? Can the devices facilitate collaborative learning? Will learning outcomes be differentfor the collaborative groups using these smart devices? Will their use engage students in newways? What is the cognitive impact engendered of these devices in

Conference Session

Project/Problem Based Learning (PBL) in Construction Education

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Daniel Eduardo Abril; Miguel Andres Guerra, Universidad San Francisco de Quito USFQ

Tagged Divisions

Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

classes. Nowadays,research abilities are far more important than mere professional or transferable skills [17]. The importance of model-making relies on its possible positive outcomes in theimprovement of learning in higher education students. Project-based learning is an instructionalmethod where students are asked to participate in projects and fabricate real-world products inorder to engage in knowledge construction [17,19]. Furthermore, according to other studies madein this field, the significance of that failure is paramount. When faced with something that didn'tsucceed as planned, it's essential to analyze the lessons learned and progress forward. This valuableexperience will shape your future endeavors [20], therefore, the trial

Collection

2023 Fall Mid Atlantic Conference: Meeting our students where they are and getting them where they need to be

Authors

Rajarajan Subramanian, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, The Capital College; Sofia M Vidalis, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, The Capital College

an AI-powered tool known as ChatGPT (short for Chat Generative Pretrained Transformer) chatbot.Basically, a chatbot is a computer program that simulates and processes human conversation (eitherwritten or spoken), allowing humans to interact with digital devices as if they were communicating with areal person. Even though the launch of ChatGPT was not felt by the common public, the technical circleknew about its inauguration, and the media space was flooded with shocked reactions.Anyone can open the ChatGPT program and type in the word or phrase about something he/she wants toknow, then the ChatGPT is going to spit out a short or long essay or summary of what is being asked.Suppose a student is asked to submit a report or an essay on a

Conference Session

Global Issues in Engineering Education

Collection

2004 Annual Conference

Authors

George Catalano

ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems (f) an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility (g) an ability to communicate effectively Page 9.84.5 Proceedings of the 2004 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition Copyright © 2004, American Society for Engineering Education” (h) the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context (i) a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in

Conference Session

Innovative College-Industry Partnerships for the Future

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Richard Harris, Northeastern University; Bala Maheswaran, Northeastern University; Rachelle Reisberg, Northeastern University; Chet Boncek Jr., Raytheon

Tagged Divisions

College Industry Partnerships

encouraging managers and HR to take a close look at the potential of these students. Boncek is actively involved in community acclivities related to STEM and works with students in Middle School and High Schools. In partnership with the educational branch of the New England Patriots, Boncek runs engineering competitions and educational events at ”The Hall” at Patriot Place in Foxboro, Mass. Page 25.1211.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2012 Summer Bridge: An Engineering Diversity College-Industry Partnership Initiative We face a major demographic

Conference Session

Engineering Equity: Challenging Paradigms and Cultivating Inclusion in Technical Education

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nrupaja Bhide, Purdue University; Yash Ajay Garje, Purdue University; Siddhant Sanjay Joshi, Purdue University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Culture & Social Justice in Education Division (EQUITY), Equity

Paper ID #43761Metaphors in Engineering Education Research: Prisms to Analyze the EpistemologicalSpectrumNrupaja Bhide, Purdue University Nrupaja is a PhD candidate at the School of Engineering Education at Purdue University. She is interested in exploring diverse ways of knowing in engineering education and the role of language and metaphors in research and writing.Yash Ajay Garje, Purdue University Yash is a Ph.D. student at the School of Engineering Education at Purdue University. His research aims at broadening student participation in STEM through robotics education. His research focuses on enhancing STEM

Conference Session

Entrepreneurship and Design

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Wells, North Dakota State University

Tagged Divisions

Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

report, with emphasis on the impacts of onetasking on the responsibilities of the others; [3] an assessment by the entire team of the resourcesneeded for the next steps; [4] a clear tasking for each team member for the forthcoming week,recorded in writing by the team mentor. The sponsoring company is located some 300 miles form the NDSU campus, requiring someinnovation to achieve frequent communication. There were two face-to-face meetings with thesponsor -- in week 2 and at the very end. All other interaction was achieved through video-conferencing -- arranged and managed by the student team.Product Design Phase: Planned activity for the Autumn semester was to complete the productdesign phase, creating designs for a product that could be made

Conference Session

New Developments in ECE

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Zvi S. Roth, Florida Atlantic University; Hanqi Zhuang, Florida Atlantic University; Ali Zilouchian, Florida Atlantic University

Tagged Divisions

Electrical and Computer

College ofEngineering and Computer Science Industry Advisory Board and opportunities for anundergraduate research. Let us elaborate on two design-rich senior level elective courses.4.1 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)Most modern digital electronic devices operate with large clock speeds. Hence such devices haveto be compliant with the Federal Communication Commissions (FCC); see Title 47 [20]. Studentslearn the nature of EMC as well as Electromagnetic Interference (EMI). The focus of the course ison the EMC/EMI sources of conducted, radiated and coupling mechanisms and on how to mitigatethe impact of such effects.The students are exposed to FCC, European and US Military standards. Hence, they become awarethat any device which just operates and

Conference Session

Product and Venture Creation Curriculum

Collection

2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Ken Vickers; Otto Loewer; John Ahlen; Ron Foster; Greg Salamo

clients in active consideration. In addition, we will discussstrategies for managing communications, successes and failures.A number of policies and procedures have been developed in support of the launch of theInnovation Incubator. The “rules of engagement” have been developed, including the limitation onscope of activity both geographically and technologically. The applicant screening process isfundamentally linked with education goals, since graduate students participate at every stage. Inaddition, faculty members are involved in the critical decision-making processes. An objectivescoring method has been created in order to insure that bias is minimized, and a committeedrawing from a broad knowledge and experience base has been created

Conference Session

Teaching and Learning Strategies II

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Matias Recabarren, Universidad de los Andes; Claudio Alvarez, Facultad de Ingenieria y Ciencias Aplicadas, Universidad de los Andes; María Ignacia Díaz, Universidad de los Andes

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Educational Research and Methods

textbooks than their counterparts in previous generations12.Improved learning may occur when teaching styles match learning styles than when they aremismatched, thus it is important that engineering education respond to the learning stylesdominant among the population of students.Evidence strongly suggests that one of the crucial factors in the educational development ofundergraduate students is the degree to which the student is actively engaged or involved in thelearning experience. Studies in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)education13 14 15 16 have informed on teaching methods centered on the student, such as inquirylearning17, problem-based learning18 19, project-based learning20, and just-in-time teaching21.These

Conference Session

Faculty Development Division (FDD) Poster Session

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bono Po-Jen Shih, Pennsylvania State University; Sarah E Zappe, Pennsylvania State University

Tagged Divisions

Faculty Development Division (FDD)

perspectiveof the ABCD approach, they are not “smart students” in a faculty development program; theyhave the capacity to facilitate other similar faculty’s instructional development. It implies thatour role in a faculty development program is not only a facilitator, but may also be a facilitator offacilitators.Third, the ABCD approach has a specific focus on the community. Compared to our initial planto create workshops to teach faculty something they may not know, the ABCD approach’spotential for a faculty development program is to build relations between participants (Step 2)and mobilize a community of faculty (Step 3) who have hitherto been solitarily engaging inengineering ethics in their academic compartments. Ideally, the ABCD approach suggests

Conference Session

Electrical and Computer Engineering Poster

Collection

2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Douglas Gorham

, lesson objectives, a lesson plan and enrichment activities. Sampleactivities include: “Why Do Planes Fly”; “How Tall Is That Flagpole Anyway?”; “TheWonderful World of Gears”; and “Amusement Park Roller Coaster.”Teacher and student workshops are available. The teacher workshop focuses on science,technology and mathematics educators engaged in a 5-6 hour program. This hands-onpresentation is connected to the science and technology standards and features teachersworking in small groups. One example of a workshop focus is to have teachers examine,sketch, and construct common household mechanisms. The student workshop providesstudents the opportunity to work with engineers to investigate how common householdmechanisms function and to construct

Conference Session

Classroom Practice II: Technology - and Game-Based Learning

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kathryn W. Jablokow, Pennsylvania State University; Xiaorui Zhu, Pennsylvania State University; Jack V. Matson, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Akshay Nitin Kakde, Pennsylvania State University, Great Valley

Tagged Divisions

Educational Research and Methods

Online Learning Environments through Intelligent Fast Failure (IFF)AbstractIn this paper, we address the stimulation of creativity in online learning environments throughour examination of a simple hands-on task aimed at teaching the principles of Intelligent FastFailure (IFF) in the context of a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) focused on creativity,innovation, and change. A simple physical “prototyping” exercise involving common householdobjects was designed and presented to a global community of online learners using the CourseraMOOC platform. Data gathered from the task outcomes and student reflections were analyzedwith respect to gender and cultural differences, as well as correlations between the number ofattempts

Conference Session

Simulations and Project-Based Learning II

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ying Lin, Western Washington University; Ed Moran, Western Washington University; Jeremy Ruhland, Western Washington University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

a sports court.B. Student Feedback Next, we present student feedback regarding the developed measurement system and thelab exercise. A questionnaire was disseminated to a group of twenty-two students who took acommunication system class in winter 2013. Students were unanimously positive (100%) aboutthe lab experience and felt that the lab was fun and engaging. All students indicated that theyenjoyed the hands-on activities of constructing and testing dipole antennas, taking measurements,and analyzing the lab results. The measurement system is convenient to use and requires minimaltraining or troubleshooting. The impact of having a real hands-on lab on their understanding ofantenna-related concepts is far profound than that from lecturing

Collection

1998 Annual Conference

Authors

William E. Cole

. However this is not the best way to teach. Many education studies have shown thatstudents retain only a small fraction of what they hear or read. The retention rate increasesdramatically when a student says or does--when there is hands on learning.1 This is especiallytrue in Engineering Technology where students learn best through observing and doing. Hencethe extensive use of laboratory experiments in the Engineering Technology Program.New tools are needed to improve the teaching of technical material. Technology students arehands-on graphic learners--their learning improves when they can see things and work with them.Hence graphics can provide an additional tool to help teach technology students. Graphics is theprimary method of communications

Conference Session

Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT) Technical Session 1

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mudasser Fraz Wyne, National University; Alireza Farahani; Lu Zhang, National University

Tagged Divisions

Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT)

topics, leading to doubts regarding the reliability of the information. Specifically, theoutput resembles more of an opinion than a factual account, lacking proper references. Anotherchallenge on the perceived impact of ChatGPT is that it may diminish students' critical thinkingskills. Concerns are also present about the possibility of users exposing their private anddemographic information to ChatGPT through repeated interactions, raising additional privacyapprehensions. We feel that the concerns arising from the advanced nature of ChatGPT have notbeen thoroughly examined within the education field. Consequently, it remains uncertain whetherChatGPT will address or potentially exacerbate concerns identified in previous iterations ofchatbots

Conference Session

Exploring New Frontiers in Manufacturing Education

Collection

2004 Annual Conference

Authors

Sunday Faseyitan; Robert Myers; Pearley Cunningham; Winston Erevelles

average manufacturing wage of$40,000 compares very favorably to the $28,000 average of other sectors. In southwesternPennsylvania, the manufacturing workforce (which is 15% of the total workforce) accounts for$56 billion of a $139 billion economy. This is a clear indication of the impact that the relativelysmall number of manufacturing jobs has on the regional economy.In order to maintain and grow this base, PRIME operates at various levels. In addition tolaunching new programs with attendant curricula and facilities, PRIME also offers extensiveoutreach to middle and high school students and their academic and family communities.PRIME also works to develop and implement innovative methods to disseminate its educationalmaterials and facilitate

Conference Session

Technology-Related Educational Research

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Krishna Madhavan, Purdue University - West Lafayette; Michael Richey, The Boeing Company; Barry McPherson, The Boeing Company

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Computers in Education

projects in theaerospace industry, this initial launch point could be any range of environments. Once thestudent is introduced to the course, they routinely interact with course content (step 2) thatresides in a learning management system such as Blackboard16 or even a MOOC platform (in thecontext of AerosPACE we use edX17 as a content platform). Since the course contains asignificant number of complex design components, students on a regular basis use synchronousand asynchronous communications to interact with each other (step 3). Throughout the designprocess, students maintain multiple design documents that track their design specifications andbuild requirements (step 4). 5 Figure 1. Simplified data and

Collection

2017 Gulf Southwest Section Conference

Authors

Ronald Barr

will eventually lead to their likely adoption. Because of the success ABET has experiencedwith its outcomes-based assessment process, the future focus for ABET evaluators will continueto be on attainment of the Student Outcomes (SO’s) enumerated in the new proposed criterion 3.The paper suggests ways to measure and evaluate attainment of SO’s using both direct andindirect measures. The final part of the paper will focus on the Program Educational Objectives(PEO’s) of criterion 2, and their relationship to both the SO’s and the institutional goals.KeywordsAccreditation, ABET Criteria.IntroductionIn the mid-1990’s, ABET developed a new set of criteria (called EC2000) for accreditingengineering degree programs. The new criteria changed the focus