Conference Session

MECH - Technical Session 14: Advanced Pedagogical Techniques

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Patrick Daly, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Mitra Varun Anand, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Curtis Abel, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Ahmet Can Sabuncu, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Tagged Divisions

Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

Paper ID #43448Industry Perspectives on Mechanical Engineering TroubleshootingPatrick Daly, Worcester Polytechnic InstituteMitra Varun Anand, Worcester Polytechnic Institute Mitra Anand serves as the Associate Director of Makerspace, and Innovation and Entrepreneurship, in addition to being an Adjunct Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Anand’s research interests lie in combining hands-on Maker skills with an entrepreneurial mindset and value creation, aiming to develop practical solutions for real-world problems. He is enthusiastic about innovation in engineering education, design thinking

Conference Session

Instrumentation Poster Session

Collection

2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Mary Vollaro

for Engineering Education Question: Comment on the field trips as a ‘learning beyond the classroom’ experience. Ÿ “Field trips were very interesting. It’s good to see how the processes are done and things that need to be considered, such as the heat treatments. Plus, as an IE it was interesting to see those principles at the same time.” Ÿ “ …I could actually see what I was learning about. They helped me understand the information more by providing real world, hands on examples to the theory.” Ÿ “The field trips all helped to better understand some of the larger scale applications of the basic processes. I learned a lot of basics in high school shop, but actually

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division: Emerging Technologies and Data Analytics

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kasim Korkmaz, Eastern Michigan University; SOUJANYA PILLALA, Eastern Michigan University; Rachana Bekkem, Eastern Michigan University

Tagged Divisions

Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

training with tools like BIM and EnergyPlus, alongside case studies and capstoneprojects, bridges the gap between academic learning and real-world application. Additionally,partnerships with industry stakeholders provide students with exposure to current practices andtrends, ensuring the curriculum remains relevant and impactful. Table 6 presents ProposedCurriculum Model and Table 7 presents Sample Student Learning Outcomes.After the implementations are completed, here are the next steps in the research:1. Pilot Implementation at EMURoll out pilot courses, starting with foundational modules like “Introduction to UrbanTechnologies & Smart Cities,” gradually progressing to advanced topics.Promote interdisciplinary teaching methods by fostering

Conference Session

Software and Web-based Learning in ECE

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mohamed Tawfik, Spanish University for Distance Education (UNED); Elio Sancristobal, uned; Sergio Martin, UNED - Spanish University for Distance Education; Rosario Gil, Spanish University for Distance Education (UNED); Alberto Pesquera, UNED; SANTIAGO MONTESO FERNANDEZ, UNED; Félix García Loro, Predoctoral fellow; Maria José Albert Gomez, UNED; GABRIEL DIAZ ORUETA, UNED; Nevena Mileva, Plovdiv University "Paisii Hilendarski"; Mihail Milev; juan peire; Manuel Castro, Universidad Nacional de Educacion a Distancia

Tagged Divisions

Electrical and Computer

most common threatsthat have been associated with most of the official engineering curricula around the world.While the theoretical content is always being emphasized and well-imparted, the practicalcontent is usually dismissed or ignored. This is, substantially, owing to the high cost of theequipment and laboratory personnel. The time and mobility availability are other importantfactors as well. Most of the engineering curricula are not oriented, to some extent, to laborsectors’ characteristics. As a result, most of the graduates struggle during their shift from theacademia to the industrial real world. In order to mitigate this issue, some enterprises haveendeavored to prepare engineers, and to help them to acquire specific skills demanded

Conference Session

ECE-Cybersecurity and Quantum Technology Education

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Suryansh Upadhyay, The Pennsylvania State University; Swaroop Ghosh, The Pennsylvania State University; Kathleen M. Hill

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

emerging quantumthreats and threats to cloud based quantum computing. Hands-on learning approaches, incorpo-rating real-world problem-solving and industry collaboration, have been shown to enhance skilldevelopment and engagement 6 . In quantum security, experiential education—using quantum sim-ulators, cloud-based hardware, and interactive security exercises—plays a crucial role in bridgingthe gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. The advent of quantum computing has sparked widespread discussion about its potential tosolve classically intractable problems like integer factorization, thereby compromising traditionalcryptographic systems. However, comparatively little attention has been given to the intrinsic cy-bersecurity

Conference Session

Teaching Statics

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sue Rosser, Georgia Institute of Technology; Laurence Jacobs, Georgia Institute of Technology; Janet Murray, Georgia Institute of Technology; Wendy Newstetter, Georgia Institute of Technology; Christine Valle, Georgia Institute of Technology

Tagged Divisions

Mechanics

problematic when amplified bygender and under-represented (URM) minorities issues. And such faltering so early in the majorcan cause a student to leave engineering.While difficulties in the course arise for several reasons, our project seeks to address the problemof context. Our hypothesis is that women and minorities particularly, and students generally, aremore likely to do well in statics when the problems are placed in the context of real worldusefulness. An approach to teaching that effectively scaffolds students' efforts at model buildingand connects abstract principles/concepts to real world, every day applications will benefit allstudents while promoting diversity in engineering. Towards that end, we have been developingInTEL (Interactive

Conference Session

Capstone/Design Projects: Electr-Mech ET

Collection

2005 Annual Conference

Authors

Scott Danielson; Jerry Gintz

for a non-automation upper-division student to gain exposure to industrial automation concepts before graduation.For automation students, MET 451, Introduction to Automation, provides a strong foundationand bridge to both EET 403 (PLCs, Sensors and Actuators) and MET 455 (Automated SystemsIntegration). The course incorporates an interdisciplinary approach by introducing electrical andcomputer engineering concepts. The students are introduced to the theory and application ofindustrial automation in the classroom and then reinforce their classroom learning with a hands-on, interactive laboratory sessions. In order to provide an enhanced laboratory experience, thestudents work with real world industrial components. By recommendation of the IAB

Conference Session

Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 2

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Glen Roderic Coates, Pennsylvania State University; Alyson G. Eggleston, Pennsylvania State University; Robert J. Rabb P.E., Pennsylvania State University

Tagged Divisions

Aerospace Division (AERO)

assignments that apply toreal-world applications. Furthermore, the real-world applications being taught can be designed tohave both personal and professional relevance for the students.In addition, PBL assignments can be structured not only to enhance student communicationskills, but also to increase the knowledge base by assigning topics that are fundamental to aparticular course of study. To further enhance student communication performance and trackprogress, feedback from both peers and instructors has been provided as part of each assignment.This peer feedback benefits both the evaluator and the student being evaluated.New TWC course design needs in Aerospace EngineeringThe Aerospace industry encompasses many written forms of communication, and

Conference Session

Building Cross-Disciplinary Partnerships

Collection

2003 Annual Conference

Authors

Mark Plichta; Mary Raber

. The second option available to students, still leading tothe same engineering degree, is referred to as the 'Enterprise' path and includes a greateremphasis on communications and business aspects of the engineering profession.The Enterprise Program includes an extensive multi-year, multi-disciplinary design experience.Within this option the college/university establishes a number of engineering/business entities,called enterprises, and students choose to join the company and work with other students andfaculty to make the enterprise a successful venture. Each Enterprise, for the most part, operatesmuch like a real company in the private sector. The employees (students) solve real-world

Conference Session

Panel on Innovative Graduate Education Concepts: Organized by the National Institute of Aerospace

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bimal P. Nepal, Texas A&M University; F. Barry Lawrence, Texas A&M University

Tagged Divisions

Graduate Studies

in as many years; it is a cohort program meaningthat a particular batch of students will take the same courses together in each semester; itincludes a global trip as a part of curriculum; and the students work on several project-basedlearning courses.The case study of the course this paper presents is a one week long project based course that isoffered during the residency week of the second year of the program. Students work on acompany-sponsored real world project. At the end of the week the students present their analysisand results to faculty and industry executives based on which their performance is measured. Inthis paper, we present the course objectives, course design, and grading policy. Results of studentlearning outcomes survey

Collection

2011 Northeast Section Meeting

Authors

Tahany Fergany; Amal Abd El?Raouf

methodology describesthe software application in terms of objects. An object is a physical or conceptual entitythat provides an understanding of real world problem and offers a solution. Althoughthese features lead to massive productivity gains, they create complex relationship amongobjects that make it hard to study and comprehend. In this work, we present an active learning environment tool to teach students theconcepts, design and implementation of the Object-Oriented technique outside classroom.This learning tool is interactive as students play an essential role in the learning process.It is web-based that it can be accessed anywhere and it could be integrated to otherlearning management tools such as Blackboard or Vista. Through

Conference Session

NSF Grantees' Poster Session

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yanna Lambrinidou, Virginia Tech; Marc Edwards, Virginia Tech

Tagged Topics

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Bhopal in 1984) that drew public attention to the ethical duties of engineersand scientists, propelled vigorous writing of professional codes of conduct, andestablished the academic discipline of engineering ethics.1-2 As a growing number ofdocumented real-world cases suggests, engineers and scientists who become alienatedfrom their public clients, are also much more vulnerable to self-interest, self-delusion,and institutional pressures that can contribute to unethical conduct and suboptimalprofessional decisions.3-8The growing multi-cultural and international dimensions of engineering and science;9-10an increasing reliance on interdisciplinary, inter-organizational, and team-basedcollaborations;11-12 rising competition in the technological

Conference Session

College Industry Partnerships Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Shuvra Das, University of Detroit Mercy; David Pistrui, University of Detroit Mercy; Darrell K. Kleinke P.E., University of Detroit Mercy; Eric T. Gehrig, Target Training International, Ltd.; Ron Bonnstetter

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

College Industry Partnerships

Individuals Individuals Educational Paradigm Shift Figure 7: Flowchart to highlight the vision of inclusive education. The myriad of IoT applications in the world of education can be broadly divided into five categories[20],[21], [22],[6]: I.Accessibility: Educational programs made available to all II.Personalization: Education customized to suit individual learnersIII.Cost Reduction: Educational programs and materials at affordable pricesIV.Learning Management: Efficient, user-friendly delivery of program V.Security: Tamper-proof, intrusion-resistant information protection Figure 8 summarizes the many IoT- based strategies within these five areas that can enhance inclusivity in education. In the

Conference Session

POTPOURRI

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jeffrey Chastine, Southern Polytechnic State University

Tagged Divisions

Computing & Information Technology

Educators face many challenges when incorporating engaging elements into theircomputing courses. One approach is to leverage emerging paradigms that draw interest not onlyfrom their novelty but their relevance to daily life. Augmented Reality (AR) is a nascent field ofcomputing in which virtual artifacts are embedded into the physical world in real time, providingusers with new ways to visualize and interact within their environment. Further, it contains manyelements that have been shown to be engaging in the classroom, such as mobile devices, 3Dmedia, graphics and image processing. Students are often curious about how such technology isdeveloped, yet in years past, there were significant barriers to creating even simple AR systems.Technological

Conference Session

Engineering Ethics Division (ETHICS) Technical Session_Tuesday June 27, 1:30 - 3:00

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jessica Koehler, Wake Forest University; Olga Pierrakos, Wake Forest University; Adetoun Yeaman, Wake Forest University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Ethics Division (ETHICS)

content to real-worldapplications and working indirectly or directly with a variety of stakeholders. Growth inpractical wisdom, the integrated virtue, in addition to being indirectly supported by all othervirtue growth was directly connected to opportunities to be in a decision-making positioncoupled with exposure to real-world applications and time for reflection. The breadth of theseresults reveals that there are many accessible approaches to incorporating character education inengineering that are engaging and impactful to students.Table 5: Top 2-3 course experiences related to each performance virtue growth Performance Course Experiences Students Associated with Virtues Performance Virtue

Conference Session

Standards and K-12 Engineering

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jing Wang, Purdue University; Melissa Dyehouse, Purdue University; Nicole R. Weber, Lesley University; Johannes Strobel, Purdue University, West Lafayette

Tagged Divisions

K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

, low critical thinking skills).The concept of authenticity was introduced simultaneously with a strong call for student centered Page 25.340.3learning. Providing students with “real-world” experiences resulted in many project andproblem-oriented curricular components (e.g. students‟ contributions to newspapers or localpond projects). Deeply rooted in Deweyian pragmatism, as Petraglia2 states: Authenticitybecomes the “desideratum of the American educational system” (p.10). Major theories anddesign models were developed to increase authenticity including the use of simulations,cognitive apprenticeship, and problem-based learning frameworks. For

Collection

2001 Annual Conference

Authors

William Black; Robert Weber; Julie Dickerson; Carolina Cruz-neira

nulling), real timeDSP, and computation algorithm technologies to solve real world communication problems.Interference may be friendly (the same VR environment) or hostile (other adjacent VRenvironments or other applications such as cellular telephones and navigation aids). The differentinterference needs to be mitigated. The choice of the transmitting and receiving frequency(ies),data architecture, and system design considerations such as how much of the signal processingcan be accomplished with analog hardware (i.e. antennas, multi-receivers, etc.) and how muchwill be accomplished with digital computation will need to be considered. This course willprovide opportunity for a palette of subspecialty projects including analog and digital

Conference Session

DEED Technical Session 4 Best in DEED

Collection

2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Daria Kotys-Schwartz, University of Colorado Boulder; Lauren Cooper, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

students in PBL is related to authenticity. Authenticity ishow much a school task simulates an event, problem, or other circumstance in the real world, andit has significant impact on students’ motivation and choice of learning strategies applied. Whenstudents are presented with closed-ended textbook problems devoid of real-world context (as isthe norm in most engineering courses [7]), they develop the tendency to offer unrealistic solutions.However, when presented with authentic challenges, students activate their knowledge of realsituations and generate solutions to problems in ways that make sense in the real world [8], whichis what will be expected of them in their professional careers.A third benefit of PBL in engineering is the opportunity

Conference Session

Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 3

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yljing Stehle, Union College

Tagged Divisions

Materials Division (MATS)

]. The field of materials science is dynamic and forever-evolving, demanding innovativeapproaches to education that mirror the complexity and interdisciplinary nature of thediscipline. In today's educational landscape, fostering a deep understanding of materialsproperties and behavior is paramount. Traditional lab setups often struggle to capture theintricacies of real-world scenarios, and as educators, it becomes our responsibility to bridge thisgap. Therefore, we propose to make modifications implemented within the lab part of coursestructure — the integration of multiple traditional independent, highly instructional labs into apartially open-ended collaborative project through a gradual, well-balanced approach. Thismodification seeks to

Conference Session

Learning Environments for Statics, Dynamics, and Mechanics of Materials

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Brian Dittenber, LeTourneau University; Allyson Jo Barlow, Oregon State University

Tagged Divisions

Mechanics

, and the delivery of a physical activity kit toeach student filled with demonstration materials relevant to the concepts of the course. Studentperceptions about the efficacy of the tools and projects at meeting the goal of increasingconnections between course concepts and real world applications were collected through a briefsurvey of participating students. Based on the results of the survey, students appear to self-identify that both small projects and several of the materials available in the physical activity kitcontributed positively to their connections between the course concepts and real worldapplications. Student feedback through free-response also included helpful recommendations,such as increased interaction opportunities between

Conference Session

Evidence-based Practices in Faculty Development

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Casey Jane Ankeny, Northwestern University; Lindy Hamilton Mayled, Arizona State University; Lydia Ross, Arizona State University; Keith D. Hjelmstad, Arizona State University; Stephen J. Krause, Arizona State University; James A. Middleton, Arizona State University; Robert J. Culbertson, Arizona State University

Tagged Topics

Faculty Development Constituency Committee

VECTERS (Value, Expectancy, and Cost ofTesting Educational Reforms) survey measures faculty level of use and dispositions towardintegrating (1) real-world applications, (2) formative feedback, and (3) student-to-studentclassroom discussions. Participants answered on a scale of one to four where one means “not atall” and four means “entirely”. Participants were asked the extent to which you use thisstrategy/tool in this current classroom routine as compared to their anticipated future use.Moreover, they were surveyed before and after the faculty development program. Overall scoresfor each construct (expectancy, value, and cost) were computed for each of the three strategies:real-world applications, student-to-student discussions, and formative

Collection

2013 GSW

Authors

Camille A. Issa

physicaladvances and is as much – if not more – of an intellectual challenge as the sciences and othersubjects that advance human standards. History has many examples where the decline ofcivilizations paralleled the lack of importance given to engineering. The Greeks, Romans,Chinese, and others built their civilizations largely on the foundations of engineering competenceand advances. Their power, status, and standards of living rapidly declined as soon as they failedto maintain their superior engineering competence and developments. The hope is that U.S. willlearn from history, and not repeat it.Engineering education should teach the effective application and use of scientific principles tothe solution of real-world problems and the development of

Conference Session

Engineering Design Graphics Division (EDGD) Technical Session 2

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Aaron C. Clark, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Erik Schettig, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Jeremy V. Ernst, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Worldwide; Daniel P. Kelly, Texas Tech University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Design Graphics Division (EDGD)

not at risk of non-matriculation progressed. This data demonstrates thatactive learning in a facilitative model can benefit both subgroups. Results of mental rotationscores support that spatial visualization, a pertinent skill in engineering design graphics, can beenhanced through active learning modules. When instructors provide supplemental materials thatinclude real-world applications of classroom content and provide additional practice readilyaccessible to students outside of in-person course time, student 3D modeling self-efficacyincreases, and engineering-related skills advance. The active learning modules are availablethrough an online LMS, which offers flexible availability that encourages a mode of autonomyfor students. The flexible

Collection

1998 Annual Conference

Authors

J. Darrell Gibson

. Page 3.582.1INTRODUCTIONIndustrial/Academic partnerships are essential for technological development, regardless of thediscipline. The purpose of this paper is to show how student design projects furnished by industrycultivate this partnership and benefit both groups. The basic concept is to use actual "real world"problems suggested by companies for student team design projects which are a required componentof senior mechanical engineering design courses. An essential consideration for a successfulsolution to any real world problem is, of course engineering economics. In addition to technologicalfeasibility, the solution is not complete until the economic feasibility also has been established. Inthe Mechanical Engineering Department at Rose

Conference Session

Understanding Student Behavior and Experiences

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Xinyue (Crystal) Liu, University of Toronto; Yasaman Delaviz, York University; Scott D. Ramsay, University of Toronto

Tagged Divisions

Educational Research and Methods

collected in a noisy and busy classroom setting, full of numerousdistractions. During GD sessions, different discussion topics, high noise levels as well as manyother factors beyond the researchers’ control will likely have an influence on the participants’EEG signals. Additionally, the specific discussion topics across activity sessions varies, whichwill influence the participants concentration level. In the next step, power spectrogram will begenerated with frequency versus time, in order to cross-reference the specific brain activity stateand the real-world environment and activities.Additionally, studying of an individual’s focus state is challenging. Although focus state couldbe identified through the analysis of brainwave spectral power, in a

Conference Session

Full Papers III

Collection

FYEE 2025 Conference

Authors

Qudsia Tahmina, The Ohio State University at Marion; John Francis Simonis, The Ohio State University at Marion

Tagged Topics

Diversity, FYEE 2025

statement was created to grab attention. The real-world application of automating a process – Plant Watering was introduced to the students, and they were asked to think about the process they would implement that would check the plant’s ecosystem and determine whether the plant needs to be watered. This was done to spark curiosity among these high schoolers as to how they can address a real-world scenario with technicality. Figure 1 shows what was presented in the slides for the brainstorming session. Figure 1: Hook statement for brainstormingFollowing brainstorming, guidance on how to proceed with the design is provided. Students were askedto choose their priorities, such as using a small computer to

Conference Session

Elements of decision making in engineering economics education

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert J. Rabb P.E., Pennsylvania State University; Paul Mittan, Pennsylvania State University; Ted Graef, Pennsylvania State University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Economy Division (EED)

trends influence innovation and market dynamics. The course alsoaddresses how individuals and firms make decisions to maximize utility and profit, consideringthe ethical and social consequences of these choices.In addition, students cultivate critical thinking and analytical skills through the application ofeconomic modeling and project management tools, promoting a comprehensive understanding ofhow social, political, and economic influences shape individual, organizational, and nationalcontexts. By analyzing real-world case studies and participating in group projects, students learnto dissect complex problems related to decision-making, resource allocation, and the productionand distribution of goods and services. While parts of the course

Conference Session

Course Development and Services

Collection

2004 Annual Conference

Authors

Gregory Mokodean; Xiannong Meng; Maurice Aburdene

motivated with real world applications. The courses then proceed with how a systemworks by “peeling the onion”, one layer at a time.The third is a mix of bottom-up and top-down approaches. Typically, one would start with someinteresting applications and then discuss various topics as needed, not necessarily in any fixedorder. Of the 27 sets of actual on-line course materials we were able to get, ten used the bottom-up (or very similar) approach, seven used the top-down (or very similar) approach, and ten usedsome mixed approach. It is interesting to note that the seven courses using the top-downapproach all use 14 as the textbook, while the majority of the ten courses using bottom-upapproach use 19.4. TextbooksAmong the course web sites we visited

Conference Session

MECH - Technical Session 7: Assessment and Evaluation in Engineering Education

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kalon Ma Bienz, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Devon Bountry, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Chang Rui Liu, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Behnam Ghalamchi

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

twins can include steel structures, geotechnicalengineering, coastal engineering, environmental engineering, and hydraulics. [21] There have beenseveral examples of engineering classes who have implemented digital twins to make a moreinteractive and involved online laboratory section. Case Studies Research Article Conference Paper Book Chapter Figure 3: Types of Sources Reviewed in this Paper. Commented [DB1]: Combine review and conferenceOne group of students in a mechatronics lab found and created a type of digital twin with a real-world application. These projects and results were shared through MATLAB to grant freeaccessibility to anyone who may wish to see

Conference Session

AI in the Engineering Management Classroom

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Edwin R Addison, North Carolina State University at Raleigh

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Management Division (EMD)

Artificial Intelligence for Engineering Managers has been offered four times, andthis paper showcases its bold vision, pioneering teaching strategies, agile structure, and criticallessons learned through real-world delivery. As one of the first courses of its kind, it empowersengineering managers with a robust understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) and machinelearning—without requiring technical programming skills. Participants are equipped toconfidently lead AI initiatives and drive transformative change within their organizations.Through a deep dive into AI methodologies—including machine learning, deep learning, andnatural language processing—students develop critical thinking and practical skills to evaluatewhen and how AI can unlock