Paper ID #23756Intervention designed to increase interest in engineering for low-interest, K-12 girls did so for boys and girls ˜ University of Wisconsin - MadisonSamuel Alberto Acuna, Samuel Acu˜na is Ph.D. candidate in the Mechanical Engineering department at the University of Wis- consin–Madison, where he studies neuromuscular biomechanics. He aims to improve gait and balance in older adults by developing technology that influences the nervous system. Samuel received his BS in Mechanical Engineering from Brigham Young University in 2012, and his MS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of
Paper ID #21185Lab Design of FANUC Robot Operation for Engineering Technology MajorStudentsDr. Maged Mikhail, Purdue University Northwest Dr. Maged B.Mikhail, Assistant Professor, Mechatronics Engineering Technology Ph.D., Electrical Engi- neering, Tennessee State University, Nashville, Tennessee, August 2013. Dissertation title: ”Development of Integrated Decision Fusion Software System For Aircraft Structural Health Monitoring” M.S., Electri- cal Engineering, Tennessee State University, Nashville, Tennessee, May 2009. Thesis title: ”Development of Software System for Control and Coordination of Tasks among Mobile Robot and
Paper ID #21957Monitoring Motivation Factors for Girls in Summer Robotics ProgramDr. Michele Miller, Campbell University Dr. Michele Miller is a Professor and Associate Dean at Campbell University. Prior to joining Campbell, she was a professor of mechanical engineering at Michigan Tech. She teaches courses in manufacturing and does research on engineering education.Ms. Saeedeh Ziaeefard, Michigan Technological University Saeedeh Ziaeefard is a PhD student and research assistant with Nonlinear and Autonomous Systems Laboratory (NASLab) in the Department of Mechanical Engineering-Engineering Mechanics at Michigan
Paper ID #21368Virtual Software and Hardware Environment Provides Enhanced Learningfor Mechatronics Engineering Technology MajorsProf. Akram Hossain, Purdue University Northwest Akram Hossain, Purdue University Calumet Akram Hossain is a professor in the department of Engi- neering Technology and Director of the Center for Packaging Machinery Industry at Purdue University Calumet, Hammond, IN. He worked eight years in industry at various capacities. He is working with Purdue University Calumet for the past 27 years. He consults for industry on process control, packag- ing machinery system design, control and related
Paper ID #29699Hands-on Engineering Experience, a Liberal Arts CaseDr. Niloofar Kamran, Cornell CollegeMr. Qingbao Wang, Cornell CollegeMr. Andy GroveWilliam Nitschke Dragon II, Cornell College c American Society for Engineering Education, 2020 Hands-on Engineering Experience, a Liberal Arts Case Will Dragon, Qingbao Wang, Andy Grove, Niloofar KamranAbstractOur project was a part of the 2019 Cornell College Summer Research Institute (CSRI), whereCornell College students and faculty work in close collaboration on a research project for eightweeks during summer. The program includes one faculty
Paper ID #28288Students Taking Action on Engineering EthicsDr. Heather E Dillon, University of Portland Dr. Heather Dillon is an Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Portland. She recently served as the Fulbright Canada Research Chair in STEM Education. Her research team is working on energy efficiency, renewable energy, fundamental heat transfer, and engineering education. Before joining the university, Heather Dillon worked for the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) as a senior research engineer.Jeffrey Matthew Welch, University of Portland Jeff Welch is a doctoral student in
Paper ID #6799Ethics in Engineering Education Using Virtual WorldsDr. Jodi Reeves, National University Dr. Jodi Reeves is an associate professor in the Department of Applied Engineering at National University in San Diego, CA. She teaches courses in design engineering, engineering management, electric circuits, and other applied engineering courses. She is also the lead faculty for the Data Analytics program in the School of Engineering, Technology, and Media at National University. Prior to academia, she worked for almost ten years as a quality control manager, engineering project manager, and senior scientist responsi
Paper ID #6988First Steps in Strengthening the Connections Between Mathematics and En-gineeringDr. Kathleen A Harper, The Ohio State University Kathleen A. Harper is a faculty lecturer in the Engineering Education Innovation Center at The Ohio State University. She received her M. S. in physics and B. S. in electrical engineering and applied physics from Case Western Reserve University, and her Ph. D. in physics from The Ohio State University. She has been on the staff of Ohio State’s University Center for the Advancement of Teaching, in addition to teaching in both the physics department and college of engineering. Her
Paper ID #5807Does it matter who teaches a core mathematics course to engineering under-graduates?Mr. Ryan Boyd Cartwright, General Electric Ryan Cartwright is a Quality Engineer with General Electric in Clearwater, FL. He holds a Master of Science in Engineering Management (2011) and a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering (2011) from the University of South Florida. He is currently performing work related to the implementation of Lean Six Sigma techniques, supplier quality management, and logistics optimization in a manufacturing environment.Prof. Autar Kaw, University of South Florida Autar Kaw is a Professor
Paper ID #10563Customizable Virtual X-Ray Laboratory: An Innovative Tool for InteractiveOnline Teaching and LearningDr. Yakov E. Cherner, ATEL, LLC Dr. Yakov E. Cherner, a Founder and President of ATEL, LLC, taught science, engineering and technology disciplines to high school, college and university students. He has extensive experience in writing cur- ricula and developing educational software and efficient instructional strategies. Dr. Cherner introduced an innovative concept of multi-layered simulation-based conceptual teaching of science and technology. This instructional approach uses real-world objects, processes and
Paper ID #10150Leveraging student’s interests in a senior design project through integrationof materials selection methodologyDr. Mary B. Vollaro, Western New England University Dr. Mary B. Vollaro is an Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering and Coordinator of the College of Engineering Honors Program at Western New England University. She received her B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Western New England University, her M.S. in Metallurgy from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (The Hartford Graduate Center), and her Ph.D. in the Field of Materials Science from the Uni- versity of Connecticut. She is active in the
Paper ID #6013Matching Pursuits in EEG AnalysisDr. Mohammad Rafiq Muqri, DeVry University, PomonaMr. Furqan Muqri, UT Southwestern Medical SchoolProf. Shih Ek Chng, DeVry University Page 23.886.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2013 Matching Pursuits in EEG Analysis : Development of a diagnostic toolAn Electroencephalogram (EEG) signal is the recording of the electrical activity (voltagefluctuations) along the scalp due to the currents that flow during synaptic excitations of
Paper ID #41462An Interactive Platform for Team-based Learning Using Machine LearningApproachTony Maricic, New York University Tandon School of EngineeringNisha Ramanna, New York University Tandon School of Engineering Nisha Ramanna is a student at New York University, pursuing her Bachelor’s and Master’s in Computer Science with a concentration in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. She is passionate about all areas of Machine Learning, including Natural Language Processing.Alison Reed, New York University Tandon School of EngineeringDr. Rui Li, New York University Dr. Li earned his master’s degree in Chemical
Paper ID #43228Evaluating Faculty Perceptions of Changes in Teaching and Students in Conjunctionwith the Extent of Compassionate Course Policies Post-PandemicDr. Jennifer R Brown, Montana State University, Bozeman Jennifer Brown is an Associate Professor in the Chemical and Biological Engineering Department at Montana State University in Bozeman MT.Dr. Leslie Hopkinson, West Virginia University Dr. Leslie Hopkinson is an Associate Professor in the Wadsworth Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering in the Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources, specializing in water resources. She received her B.S. in
Paper ID #42267Effectiveness of a Semi-Mastery-Based Learning Course DesignDr. Galen I. Papkov, Florida Gulf Coast University Dr. Galen Papkov is a Professor of Statistics at Florida Gulf Coast University where he founded the minor in statistics and currently serves as the Graduate Program Coordinator for the M.S. Program in Applied Mathematics. His collaborations have resulted in publications in engineering education, agriculture, and health sciences. Originally from New York, he earned his Ph.D. in Statistics from Rice University. Galen’s research interests include experimental design, survey design and data analysis
Paper ID #41278Versatile Recognition of Graphene Layers from Optical Images Under ControlledIllumination Through Green-Channel Correlation MethodProf. Saquib Ahmed, The State University of New York Buffalo State University Dr. Ahmed uses DFT, MD, and various Data Analytics tools such as ML and Neural Networks to probe atomistic, molecular, and device level phenomena within photovoltaics, battery and supercapacitors, 2D and quantum materials, and semiconductors. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Recognition of graphene layers from optical images in varied lighting conditions using the
Paper ID #41785Integrating Data-Driven and Career Development Theory-Driven Approachesto Study High School Student Persistence in STEM Career Aspirationstonghui xu, University of Massachusetts, Lowell PhD studentDr. Hsien-Yuan Hsu, University of Massachusetts, Lowell Dr. Hsien-Yuan Hsu is an Assistant Professor in Research and Evaluation in the College of Education at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Dr. Hsu received his PhD in Educational Psychology from Texas A&M University and has a background of statistics ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Integrating Features Selection
Paper ID #42654Let’s Get Physical: From Data Visualization to Data PhysicalizationDr. Marjan Eggermont, University of Calgary Marjan Eggermont is a Professor (Teaching), Associate Dean (Sustainability) and faculty member at the University of Calgary in the Mechanical and Manufacturing department of the Schulich School of Engineering. She co-founded and designs Zygote Quarterly, an online bio-inspired design journal (zqjournal.org). ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Work in progress Let’s get physical: from data visualization to
Paper ID #42427Preparing Undergraduate Data Scientists for Success in the Workplace: AligningCompetencies with Job RequirementsDr. Duo Li, Shenyang Institute of Technology Dr. Duo Li is an associate professor of Big Data Management and Application major at the School of Economics and Management, Shenyang Institute of Technology. Duo Li is a member of ASIST&T, and his research interests are focused on Human-Computer-Interaction, Big Data, and Data Analytics.Dr. Elizabeth Milonas, New York City College of Technology Elizabeth Milonas is an Associate Professor with the Department of Computer Systems at New York City
Army/DoD’s highest Scientific/Technical rank, a rank which was competitively selected by the Secretary of the Army in recognition of his numerous pioneering technical achievements as an internationally re- spected leader in the area of advanced ground vehicles. He has authored and co-authored over 200 peer reviewed publications and has contributed to over 20 separate book issues through editing and individ- ual technical paper contributions. He has chaired and/or organized numerous technical international and inter-government conferences responsible for dealing with worldwide advanced automotive technology, and was technical chair of various senior level government committees, particularly with Japan, Germany
Paper ID #5751Present Value Analysis of Traditional LoansDr. Robert C. Creese, West Virginia University Dr. Robert C. Creese is Professor of Industrial Engineering and Graduate Program Director in the Indus- trial and Management Systems Engineering Department in the Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineer- ing and Mineral Resources at West Virginia University. He obtained his B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees from the Pennsylvania State University(1963), the University of California-Berkeley(1964) and the Penn- sylvania State University(1972). He is a life member of ASEE, AACE-International and AFS as well as a member of
Paper ID #6350Programmable Logic Controllers: Essential and AffordableDr. John Marshall, University of Southern Maine John Marshall received his Ph.D. from Texas A&M University and is the Departmental Internship Co- ordinator at the University of Southern Maine. His areas of specialization include Power and Energy Processing, Applied Process Control Engineering, Automation, Fluid Power, and Facility Planning. Page 23.989.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2013
Paper ID #6355Students Use Statistics to Justify Senior Project SelectionDr. Murray Teitell, DeVry University, Long Beach Murray Teitell is a Professor at DeVry University, Long Beach, California. He teaches courses in mathe- matics, science and technology. His research interests are algorithms, solutions of equations and statistics as they relate to education, engineering and design. He is Program Chair-Elect of the Mathematics Divi- sion of ASEE.Mr. William S. Sullivan, DeVry University, Long Beach Page
Paper ID #47392Investigating Competencies in Electrical Engineering: Alignment BetweenInternet Media and Job PostingsDr. Aakash Alpesh Patel, University of Georgia Aakash Alpesh Patel is a second year undergraduate Computer Systems Engineering major at the University of Georgia. He is interested in machine learning, natural language processing, and computer architecture.Taiwo Raphael Feyijimi, University of Georgia Taiwo is a highly skilled AI Engineer, Researcher, and Doctoral Student at the University of Georgia who completed his MS in Electrical and Computer Engineering in the College of Engineering. He is currently
Paper ID #242722018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and ComputingDiversity Conference: Crystal City, Virginia Apr 29On Becoming a ”Transfer Institution”: Research on a Community Collegethat Supports Diverse Black Students in their Transfer AspirationsDr. Bruk T Berhane, University of Maryland, College Park Dr. Bruk T. Berhane received his bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from the University of Mary- land in 2003, after which he was hired by The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (JHU/APL) where he worked on nanotechnology. In 2005 he left JHU/APL for a fellowship with the
Paper ID #14167Enriching Engineering Education with RelationsProf. Peter Goldsmith P.Eng., University of Calgary Peter Goldsmith is an Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Calgary. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Toronto. His research interests are in human-computer interfaces, control theory, robotics, mechanism analysis and design, applied and pure mathematics, and engineering education. Page 26.674.1 c American Society for
Paper ID #20131Teaching Mathematics using Active Learning: Teachers’ Preparation in ChileProf. Angeles Dominguez, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Monterrey, Mexico, and Universidad Andres Bello, San-tiago, Chile Angeles Dominguez is a Professor of the Department of Mathematics within the School of Engineering, a researcher at the School of Education, and the Director of the Master of Education Program at the Tec- nologico de Monterrey, Mexico. Also, she is currently collaborating with the School of Engineering at the University Andres Bello at Santiago, Chile. Angeles holds a bachelor degree in Physics Engineering from
Paper ID #14856Evaluating Study Abroad Programs: A Follow-Up Effort to Determine Com-parative Value and Importance in Engineering and Non-Engineering Pro-gramsHolt Zaugg PhD, Brigham Young University Holt Zaugg is the Assessment Librarian at the Harold B. Lee Library at Brigham Young University. His research interests focus on assessments and evaluations that improve student learning and integrate library services with other faculty courses.Dr. Gregg Morris Warnick, Brigham Young University Gregg M. Warnick is the Director of the Weidman Center for Global Leadership and Associate Teaching Professor of Engineering
Paper ID #11131Perspectives of Pedagogical Change within a Broadcast STEM CourseMs. Angela Minichiello, Utah State University Angela Minichiello is a Principal Lecturer and doctoral candidate in the Department of Engineering Ed- ucation at Utah State University (USU). She instructs undergraduate engineering courses via distance delivery methods to students at the USU regional campuses. Angela is a registered professional mechan- ical engineer with 15 years experience as a practicing engineer. She earned a BSME degree from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, a MSME degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology, and
conducting research on product modeling, variant design, product life- cycle management, design-with-manufacture integration, standardized product data exchange, and digital and virtual engineering. His current research focus concerns the highly topical area of cross-disciplinary integrated design of mechatronic systems. Schaefer has published approximately 100 technical papers in journals, books, and conference proceedings on computer-aided engineering and design, as well as engi- neering education. Schaefer is a registered professional European Engineer (Eur Ing), a Chartered Engi- neer (CEng), a Chartered IT-Professional (CITP), a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) in the UK, and a registered International