leadership. Her research interests include statistics education, concept inventory development, assessment/evaluation of learning and pro- grams, recruitment and retention, diversity, equity, and cultural humility. She has received funding from the National Science Foundation, Department of Education, various foundations, and industry. Reed- Rhoads is a member and Fellow of the American Society for Engineering Education and a member of the Institute of Electronics and Electrical Engineers and the Institute of Industrial Engineers. She serves as an ABET EAC Evaluator for ASEE.Dr. P.K. Imbrie, Purdue University, West Lafayette P.K. Imbrie is an Associate Professor of engineering in the Department of Engineering Education at
University ofCentral Arkansas. With 12 years of experience in education, he has taught various science courses at bothsecondary and post-secondary levels and has held multiple STEM-related positions within the ArkansasDepartment of Education. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Expanding a State-wide Data Science Educational Ecosystem to Meet Workforce Development NeedsAbstractThe University of Arkansas has been developing a State-wide Data Science (DS) EducationalEcosystem over the last five years. A new project, funded by a HIRED grant from the ArkansasDepartment of Higher Education, builds on this existing DS Ecosystem. The program componentsinclude: 1) DS Ecosystem Expansion
objectives, goals and outcomes, senior design projects in theengineering and technology curriculum also serve as unique bridges between the academia andthe communities.This paper reports a multi-group senior design project progress to design and construct a 50 kWsolar array power system during the semesters of spring and summer 2022. The project willprovide one fast DC charging station. The proposed PV array includes 120 panels with a ratedpower of 420 W, that is manufactured in the U.S. The PV power system will be connected to thegrid with a 50-kW grid-tied inverter to provide reliable and resilient electricity. Faculty andstudents working in the project are responsible to design and install overall system equipmentincluding utility scale concrete
, Cliff, and Rob Wolter. "Student work group/teams: Current practices in an engineering and technology curriculum compared to models found in team development literature." 1998 Annual Conference. 1998.10. Thompson, Robert. "Reliability, Validity, And Bias In Peer Evaluations Of Self Directed Interdependent Work Teams." 2001 Annual Conference. 2001.11. Mathews, Brian P. "Assessing individual contributions: Experience of peer evaluation in major group projects." British Journal of Educational Technology 25.1 (1994): 19-28.12. Abson, D. "The effects of peer evaluation on the behaviour of undergraduate students working in tutorless groups." Group and interactive learning 1 (1994): 153-158.13. Forsell, Johan, Karin Forslund Frykedal
greater sense of belonging in an active classroom environment. Finally, in the context of quantum engineering, a field where women and certain minoritygroups are often underrepresented, experiential learning opportunities may be particularlyimpactful. Hands-on projects and labs can boost students’ confidence and identity as emergingscientists or engineers. Research on undergraduate research programs (which are a form ofexperiential learning) supports this: studies have found that when students from underrepresentedbackgrounds participate in authentic research or lab experiences, their self-efficacy in STEMincreases and their aspirations for STEM careers grow. For instance, a program documented byCarpi et al. showed significant gains in
Capstone CourseKeywords: Capstone Projects, Electrical Engineering Education, Generative AI in Education,ChatGPT, Entrepreneurship in Engineering, Marketing and Design Requirements, ABET.1. IntroductionIn recent years, many engineering programs have integrated entrepreneurship education into thecapstone experience, blending technical engineering skills with entrepreneurial processes,namely ideation, customer discovery, client validation, and commercial viability [3] Theseprocesses enable students to translate their technical knowledge into economically relevantengineering practice. The objective is to produce graduates who are not only technicallyproficient but also capable of navigating the business landscape, ethically aware, and responsiveto
, bringing the total number to 44studies out of 32 conference papers.Purpose of the StudyThis study intends to find answers to the following questions: What kinds of interventions forcircuits education have been reported through American Society for Engineering Education(ASEE) Conference proceedings in recent years?; and what impact did these interventions haveon student performance?II. Background LiteratureCircuits Education in the United StatesThe introductory circuits course, which is usually offered in the second year of many engineeringprograms, is not just for electrical engineering students. Based on the curriculum of universities,this course might be counted as a “gateway courses” for some fields of engineering, such asAerospace Engineering
Rod Foist, Xuping Xu, Timothy Gage, Seth Truitt, and Matthias Schmidt California Baptist University, rfoist@calbaptist.edu, xxu@ calbaptist.edu, MatthiasHans.Schmidt@calbaptist.edu, TimothyDean.Gage@calbaptist.edu, Seth.Truitt@calbaptist.eduAbstract – Recent National Science Foundation (NSF) Chu’s work is motivated by an earlier 5-year study ofresearch, aimed at improving the Electrical and engineering education [2] which found a deficiency in theComputer Engineering (ECE) curriculum across all four curricula: subjects are taught in isolation, without properyears, makes strategic use of laboratory projects. The context, and do not adequately prepare students
. Mechanical Engineering Technology curriculum sheet.2.3. The Senior Design ClassesA closer look at the mechanical ET concentration shows that 46 hours are contributing directly tothe concentration as a core or a general ET class. This includes the 2 3-hour senior designclasses, a 3-hour project management class, and a 1-hour seminar class. The two technicalelective classes may also contribute to the concentration but most probably will be from otherconcentrations, or even different programs (such as physics, math, or computer science), basedon the availability of the classes.The two senior design classes, as well as research, educational, and hands-on projects embeddedin high-level classes, are used to supplement the knowledge and skills of the ET
Paper ID #47812Electronic System Design: A Hands-on Course on Creating a ProfessionalElectronic ProductDr. Ilya Mikhelson, Northwestern University Dr. Ilya Mikhelson is an Associate Professor of Instruction in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Northwestern University. His technical work focuses on signal processing and embedded systems. Besides teaching, Dr. Mikhelson has worked with dozens of students on independent projects, and has created 3 brand new, projects-heavy courses in Electrical Engineering. He is constantly experimenting with pedagogical innovations, and is very passionate about engineering education
System For Aircraft Structural Health Monitoring” and thesis title was ”Development of Software System for Control and Coordination of Tasks among Mobile Robot and Robotic Arm.”Dr. Khalid H. Tantawi, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Dr. Khalid Tantawi is an Assistant Professor of Mechatronics at the University of Tennessee at Chat- tanooga . He holds a PhD and MSc. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Alabama in Huntsville, and a double MSc. in Aerospace Engineering from the Institut Superieur de l’Aeronautique et de l’Espace and University of Pisa. He served as a Program Evaluator for ABET- ETAC commission, as a trainer for Siemens Technik Akademy, and was the elected chair of the Engineering
subject matter. Open to the entire university and void of anyprerequisites, the introductory course has been very popular and often serves as a valuablevehicle for recruitment of students with an interest in science and technology into our program.Classroom lectures and activities focus on various topics: the engineering profession; the designprocess; engineering solutions and problem-solving format; dimensional unit conversions;statistics; mechanics; electrical theory; mass balance; and energy concepts.To reinforce all the baseline topics listed through experiential learning, a team design project isintroduced towards the end of the semester. In order to promote positive team interaction, aninstructional workshop on the Myers-Briggs Type
can also streamline onboarding of new engineers. The soft skills of collaboration andleadership developed through this co-curricular’s emphasis on community and mentorship furthercontribute to students’ future careers.Related WorkCo-Curricular ImpactsThe effects of co-curriculars on leadership have been studied in several papers. An analysis ofstudent skill development in extra-curriculars and co-curriculars showed project teams, such asthis co-curricular, exhibit more distinct soft skills than any other category explored [5]. A secondsupporting paper found “evidence for the view widely held by engineering faculty andadministrators that co-curricular activities provide a reasonable venue for leadership skilldevelopment (Cox et al., 2010
ideation are just as critical to success astechnical skills. In addition, due to the huge amount of data, visualization or graph tools canenhance the understanding of data and facilitate the critical-think process to solve a problem.Besides providing training on mathematical backgrounds, domain knowledge, technical skills,and soft skills, ECE programs can provide unique hands-on projects in their curriculum, andapplication platforms of AI such as autonomous driving and robotics which are not normallyincluded in computer science curricula.3. MethodsAn AI certificate program was launched in 2019 at the Department of Electrical and ComputerEngineering at the University of Texas at San Antonio. Currently, 605 undergraduate students areenrolled in the
students, laying the groundwork for targeted interventions and curriculum enhancements.Moving forward, it would be valuable for future research to explore whether exposure to a well-designed semiconductor module influences the motivation of non-electrical engineering studentstowards semiconductors and how this exposure may impact their career intentions. Bycontinuing to investigate these areas, we can further refine educational strategies and developinitiatives to better engage students and prepare them for their involvement in the semiconductorindustry.In summary, this study contributes to the ongoing efforts to address workforce challenges in thesemiconductor industry by providing actionable insights and suggesting avenues for futureresearch and
monitor the students’ understanding of the design process in both short- and long-term projects[8-10]. According to Reddy et al., a rubric communicates the expectations through assignedgrading criteria which are described in terms of poor to excellent quality for a given assignment[8]. In the case of the EDP rubric, each stage of the EDP process becomes the criteria forevaluation.This study was a collaborative effort between a local high school and graduate fellows in theExperiential Practices in Education Research and Teaching in STEM (ExPERTS) program.ExPERTS is similar to the National Science Foundation’s Graduate STEM K-12 program in thatit pairs Ph.D. students with high school teachers to develop STEM curriculum. Graduate studentswith
pre to post – number 8, 11, 13, and 15.One question saw a drop in the percent correct – number 7.DiscussionsWe purposefully developed the SKLT test to be independent of the RET training materials. Inother words, our goal was not to train teachers to score well on the SKLT test. Neither did welimit our RET training to the SKLT test contents. For example, our 2023 RET activities includedlectures on semiconductor basics, curriculum design workshops, two parallel projects in analogand digital circuit design, and Zoom seminars with pSemi engineers to discuss semiconductorcareer paths. Nevertheless, the 2023 results showed an increased semiconductor knowledge andliteracy pre- and post-survey, probably due to their project experience and exposure
in authentication, encryption, access control, communication, anddetecting malicious activities becomes paramount to meet the heightened demands offuture networks Ahmad et al. (2019); Hakeem et al. (2022). This paper proposed integrating security-related concepts tailored for next-generation communication into existing Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE)curricula. This strategic integration aims to position security considerations as afoundational prerequisite in the design phase of any system. In alignment with thisvision, the research introduces an innovative, interactive, and visualized hands-onmodule designed to seamlessly integrate into the current curriculum. Additionally,this module is a comprehensive educational tool
electrical and computer engineeringeducation, supporting technologies ranging from wireless communication to radar systems.However, its abstract mathematical foundation and conceptual complexity often presentsignificant challenges. Traditional lecture-based methods have struggled to provide theexperiential learning necessary to bridge the gap between theoretical principles and practicalapplications. Prior research highlights the effectiveness of active learning and hands-onexperimentation in improving engagement and comprehension [1], [2]. Studies in physics andengineering education have demonstrated that simulations and real-world projects contributeto a deeper understanding of topics such as wave propagation and Maxwell’s equations [1],[2], [3
Paper ID #41591WIP: A Novel Learning Log Application for Classifying Learning EventsUsing Bloom’s TaxonomyDr. Alex M. Phan, University of California, San Diego Dr. Alex Phan is the inaugural Executive Director for Student Success in the Jacobs School of Engineering at UC San Diego. Prior to his appointment, he has served as a project scientist, engineer, and lecturer, teaching across multiple divisions, including the Jacobs School of Engineering (Dept. of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Dept. of Mechanical and Aerospace Eng., Dean’s Office Unit) and UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies. His teaching interests and
College Dublin, Ireland since 2000. During 2015/16 she was a visiting associate professor in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Bucknell University, PA. She teaches courses in computerKhai-Nguyen Nguyen, Bucknell University A senior student at Bucknell University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Important and Difficult Topics in CS2: An Expert Consensus via Delphi Study Lea Wittie Anastasia Kurdia Department of Computer Science Department of Computer Science Bucknell University Tulane University Lewisburg, PA 17837
improvement, such as the holistic ECE curriculum transformation projectat Colorado State University, proposing a new organizational structure that interweavesfoundational focus on math and science, creative focus via research and design opportunities,and professional focus on ethics; this is replacing the existing conventional, lecture-style, rigidECE curriculum [4]. Similar efforts have been funded by the RED initiative at Iowa StateUniversity and Virginia Tech [5]. More specific undergraduate ECE education improvementefforts have included pedagogical interventions, such as incorporating project-based learning [4],[6], as well as practical, tool-based interventions, such as the development and introduction of adebugging simulator at Stanford
technologies has created new opportunities for personalized learning whilesimultaneously highlighting persistent challenges in educational accessibility. Researchexamining AI education programs reveals a critical need for explicit instruction in collaborativeskills, particularly within project-based learning environments [11]. Borsotti et al. found that thedesign of the student-mentor selection process at a university created an invisible social accessbarrier for students with anxiety disorder [20]. Social structures impact student function;instructors must design project-based AI education as a social structure that supports all students.Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles offer a promising framework for addressingaccessibility challenges
Paper ID #38481Oral Assessments as an Early Intervention StrategyCurt Schurgers, University of California, San Diego Curt Schurgers is an Teaching Professor in the UCSD Electrical and Computer Engineering Department. His research and teaching are focused on course redesign, active learning, and project-based learning.Dr. Saharnaz Baghdadchi, University of California, San Diego Saharnaz Baghdadchi is an Assistant Teaching Professor at UC San Diego. She is interested in scholarly teaching and uses active learning techniques to help students achieve an expert-like level of thinking. She guides students in bridging the gap
with the knowledge thatthey need to wisely select from the variety of concept inventories available and implement themto achieve their unique research outcomes and specific educational goals and course objectives.Keywords: Concept Inventory, Circuits, Electrical EngineeringI. IntroductionCircuits is one of the fundamental gateway courses not only required for Electrical Engineeringstudents, but also other engineering majors, such as Aerospace Engineering, ChemicalEngineering, Civil Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering, many of whom include a circuitscourse as part of their undergraduate curriculum [1]. Moreover, there have been a number ofinterventions in circuits aimed at improving students’ understanding and helping undergraduatestudents
engineering curriculum ranging from structural engineering and steel design to infrastructure systems and construction management. Each spring, he co-teaches Project Management Professional prep classes to the Department of Defense community. His research interests include topics in structural engineering and engineering education. He serves as the Chair of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Committee on Education Chair and the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) Partners in Education Committee Vice Chair. Additionally, he serves as the Head Officer Representative for Men’s Basketball. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in Virginia and a Project Management Professional.Drew Alan Curriston
ConnectionThis research aligns well with the ASEE-ECE curriculum through itsrelevance to courses and syllabi in machine learning, cybersecurity, andSTEM-focused electives, as well as through laboratory studies and studentproject discussions. It serves both as a template project and a researchresource consistent with ASEE's goals for advancing education.As a standard methodology component within core Electrical and ComputerEngineering programs, it is particularly suitable for capstone projects.Incorporating this research into coursework, laboratory exercises, groupdiscussions, and team-based initiatives provides students with hands-onexperience, supporting the development of advanced data engineering skillsand enhancing both technical competencies and
eight years in the Army as a logistics officer. He earned a BS in Mechanical Engineering with an Aerospace Concentration from the Virginia Military Institute. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Design of a Power Plant: Tailoring a Low-Risk, Low Budget, Student Design Project to Get the Most Out of StudentsAbstractOne of the goals of an engineering education is to teach students to design. Ideally, professors willfind a way to introduce design projects alongside teaching the core curriculum. Textbook problemshelp lead into this by asking students to analyze or determine the capabilities of variouscomponents or systems. An excellent example of this is the second semester of the
of the School of Chemical, Biological and Environmental Engineering at Oregon State University. He received his Ph.D. and M.S. degrees in Biomedical Engi- neering from Case Western Reserve University in 1988 and 1983, respectively, and his Sc.B. Engineering degree (Biomedical Engineering) from Brown University in 1979. He is a Fellow of the American In- stitute for Medical and Biological Engineering, and a Senior Member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. Page 26.1755.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2015Work in Progress: “Mini Projects” - Using
experiments. Upon completion of his Ph.D. he began working in the Aerospace Industry where he spent over 10 years as a Stress Analyst/Consultant. At present he enjoys working on Distributed Electric Propulsion (DEP) with his students, designing, analyzing, constructing and flying Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. Dr. Nader won a few awards in the past few years, among these are the College of Engineering Award of Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching (2023), Excellence in Faculty Academic Advising for the Department of Mechanical Engineering (2020). In addition, he is also a Co-PI on the NSF-supported HSI Implementation and Evaluation Project: Enhancing Student Success in Engineering Curriculum through Active e-Learning and High