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- Vivek Singhal, University of Wisconsin - Stout; Kenan Baltaci, University of Wisconsin - Stout
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Paper ID #45472Innovative Approaches to Medical Device Design Education: A CollaborativeIndustry-Academia ModelDr. Vivek Singhal, University of Wisconsin - StoutDr. Kenan Baltaci, University of Wisconsin - Stout Kenan Baltaci is an Assistant Professor at University of Wisconsin-Stout, in the Electrical Engineering Technology Department. He received B.S. in electrical engineering degree from Istanbul Technical University in Turkey. Following, a masterˆa C™s degree a ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Innovative Approaches to Medical Device Design Education: A Collaborative
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- Amro Khasawneh, Mercer University; Abby Anne McDowell, Mercer University; Sarah K. Bauer, Mercer University; Xzavier Longacre, Mercer University; Joshua Ryan Haye, Mercer University; Halley Elizabeth Smith, Mercer University; Dominic Dashon Thomas, Mercer University; Abby Anne McDowell, Mercer University; Halley Elizabeth Smith, Mercer University; Dominic Dashon Thomas, Mercer University
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UniversityDominic Dashon Thomas, Mercer University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 A Mercer on Mission (MOM) to Identify Educational Needs through Collaborative EngagementAbstractInternational service-learning projects at the college level are crucial in providing opportunitiesfor students to address real-world challenges through collaborative and educational frameworks.Such projects allow students and participants to engage in hands-on learning while workingdirectly with communities to support locally-driven initiatives. When developing a new service-learning project with an international partner, one first needs to understand their priorities,challenges, and desired outcomes to
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- Bryan James Higgs, University of the District of Columbia; Ujwalkumar Dashrath Patil, Department of Civil Engineering at the University of the District of Columbia.
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the climate crisis.The authors propose a novel approach to integrate MACC into module outlines, paving the wayfor future integration of climate change into engineering curricula. This research emphasizes theurgent need for climate-conscious engineering education.Challenges and SuccessesLeal-Filho et al. [12] suggests that universities take the following actions to address climatechange education: ● Cross-cutting Emphasis: Ensure climate change is integrated across various courses and disciplines. ● Curriculum Assessment: Identify strengths and weaknesses in existing curricula to guide improvements. ● Staff Training: Provide training programs to enhance the expertise of teaching staff. ● Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Foster
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- Andrea Arce-Trigatti, Tennessee Tech University; Pedro E. Arce, Tennessee Technological University; Robby Sanders, Tennessee Technological University
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Paper ID #45740Exploring Foundry-Guided Holistic and Interdisciplinary CommunicationStrategies for Engineering EducationDr. Andrea Arce-Trigatti, Tennessee Tech University Andrea Arce-Trigatti holds a PhD in Education from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. As an interdisciplinary scholar, her research centers on program evaluation, faculty development, education policy, and critical thinking and collaborative learning strategies as applied to various contexts, including engineering education and higher administration. She is a founding member of the award-winning Renaissance Foundry Research Group, and has helped to
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- Adeel Khalid, Kennesaw State University; Sanjeev Adhikari, Kennesaw State University
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Paper ID #45487Generative AI Tools in Teaching and Educational Research in EngineeringDr. Adeel Khalid, Kennesaw State University Adeel Khalid, Ph.D. Professor Industrial and Systems Engineering Office: 470-578-7241Dr. Sanjeev Adhikari, Kennesaw State University Dr. Sanjeev Adhikari is faculty from Kennesaw State University. Previously he was faculty at Morehead State University from 2009 to 2016 and faculty at Purdue University – Indianapolis from 2016 to 2019. He completed a Ph.D. degree in civil engineering, focusing on construction management, from Michigan Technological University in 2008. He has an extensive teaching
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- Margaret A Hunter, Hofstra University; Lynn A. Albers, Hofstra University; Jessica Santangelo, Hofstra University; Jacqueline Lee, Nassau Community College; Catherine Weinstein, Nassau Community College; Scott T Lefurgy, Hofstra University; Sean A Roberts, Nassau Community College; Suzanne Trabucco, Nassau Community College; Kristin Weingartner, Hofstra University
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Paper ID #45383NSF S-STEM Funded iAM Program: Lessons Learned Implementing a CollaborativeSTEM Workshop for Community College and University PartnersProf. Margaret A Hunter, Hofstra University Margaret Hunter,Ph.D., is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair of Engineering at Hofstra University in the Fred DeMatteir School of Engineering and Appplied Science. She has been teaching in the Civil Engineering program for 25 years. Her educational research focuses on broadening the participation in enigineering. This has included both formal and informal learning activites in pre-college, developing a course framework to aid
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of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Work in Progress: Understanding How ECE Senior Undergraduates Perceive Their Strengths and Weaknesses in Individual vs. Collaborative WritingThis paper revisits research begun in a work-in-progress paper published by Barton et al. in the2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition proceedings [1] and presents additional findingsrelevant to that work.Introduction and backgroundIn [1], the authors asked junior- and senior-level engineering undergraduates representing alleight engineering departments within Mississippi State University’s Bagley College ofEngineering to self
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- Zhou Zhang, SUNY Farmingdale State College; Yizhe Chang, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
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project-based learning (PBL) by enabling students to explore new ideas,generate creative solutions, and receive real-time assistance with problem-solving. It supportsknowledge expansion, interdisciplinary collaboration, and critical thinking. Tools such as AI-driven simulations 13, virtual labs, and augmented reality 14 environments allow students to gainpractical experience in scenarios that closely mimic professional engineering challenges, 15. Theseadvancements democratize education by providing high-quality learning resources to students inremote areas 16 or underprivileged backgrounds, promoting inclusivity in engineering education 17.1.3 Overview of ethical considerations in AI integration in educationAs Generative AI becomes increasingly
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- Gonca Altuger-Genc, State University of New York, College of Technology at Farmingdale; Akin Tatoglu, University of Hartford
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, collaborative navigation and AI applications. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Integrating AI in Engineering Education: A Five-Phase Framework for Responsible ChatGPT UseAbstractOne of the challenges as the new technological advancements become part of everyday lives areto be able to incorporate and responsibly use them. The use of generative AI tools such asChatGPT, started to become more common, especially in educational settings. One of thechallenges is to understand how can we support students to be responsible generative AI userswhile highlighting the importance of original work and creativity. Another challenge is also howcan faculty decide on the appropriate amount of
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- Wenhai Li, Farmingdale State College; Yue Hung, Farmingdale State College; Reiss Guttman, Farmingdale State College; Sen Zhang, State University of New York, Oneonta; Ning Yu, State University of New York, Brockport
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Paper ID #45309Designing an AI-Enhanced Module for Robotics Education in MechanicalEngineering TechnologyDr. Wenhai Li, Farmingdale State College Assistant Professor in Department of Mechanical Engineering Technology, Farmingdale State College, Farmingdale, NY 11735Dr. Yue Hung, Farmingdale State College Dr. Yue (Jeff) Hung holds degrees in engineering and technology disciplines (Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, M.S in Mechanical Engineering, and B.S in Manufacturing Engineering Technology). He has over 20 yearsˆa C™ experience in Computer-AidedMr. Reiss Guttman, Farmingdale State College Research AssistantSen
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- Saeed Rokooei, Mississippi State University; George D Ford P.E., Mississippi State University; Read Allen Robertson, Mississippi State University
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Paper ID #45761A Gender-based Comparative Analysis of Motivations and Challenges in ConstructionEducationDr. Saeed Rokooei, Mississippi State University Saeed Rokooei is an associate professor in the Department of Building Construction Science at Mississippi State University. Dr. Rokooei’s primary research interests include community resilience, engineering education, simulation and serious games, project management methodologies, data analytics, creativity and innovation, and emerging technologies.Mr. George D Ford P.E., Mississippi State University Dr. George Ford P.E. is the Director of Mississippi Stateˆa C™s Building
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- Matthew Fried, SUNY Farmingdale; Mohammad Alshibli
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Paper ID #45369The Impact of AI Assistance on Student Learning: A Cross-DisciplinaryStudy in STEM EducationProf. Matthew Fried, SUNY Farmingdale Matthew Fried is an Assistant Professor with a research focus in machine learning. His work includes the application of advanced mathematical techniques, such as the Choquet integral, to deep neural networks (DNNs). He has presented multiple papers on this topic at international conferences, contributing to the ongoing development of noise reduction and performance optimization in DNNs. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 The Impact
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committed to helping individuals advance their careers, business, academic pursuits, and personal growth through project management principles, tools, and techniques. Her research explores the intersection of project management with business, engineering and STEM, social sciences, and family and consumer sciences. Beyond academia, she actively contributes to the project management community and currently serves as VP of Special Events for PMI Charleston. Dr. Singleton resides in Summerville, SC, with her loving husband and five children, embracing both the challenges and joys of life’s greatest project—family. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Emotional
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Paper ID #45519Infusing Climate Concepts into Geotechnical Engineering LessonsDr. Simon Thomas Ghanat P.E., The Citadel Dr. Simon Ghanat is an Associate Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at The Citadel (Charleston, S.C.). He received his Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. degrees in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Arizona State University. His research interests include Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering and Engineering Education.Scott Curtis, The Citadel ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Infusing Climate Concepts into Geotechnical Engineering
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Paper ID #45426Comparison of Teamwork Assessment Methods in Engineering ClassesMr. Adam Barnes, University of Virginia Adam Barnes graduated with a BS and MS in Electrical Engineering from Virginia Tech. He worked in small business and industry for 18 years before returning to Virginia Tech to teach engineering as a professor of practice. He then moved to Charlottesville and began teaching at the University of Virginia in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, where he has now been for 5 years. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Comparison of Teamwork Assessment Methods
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Education, 2025 Evaluation of a Social Marketing Class for EngineersAbstractToday’s complex and interconnected world has made it ever more important for engineeringstudents to learn how to collaborate across various fields to tackle complex societal issues. Onefield that can aid in enhancing the acceptance/uptake of engineering projects that addresscomplex societal issues (i.e., climate change, littering, etc.) or industry challenges (i.e., watertreatment plants dealing with things being flushed that should not be), is social marketing. Socialmarketing is the use of traditional marketing principles to create a positive behavior change foran individual, community, or society. Though the benefits of utilizing social marketing
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- Valmiki Sooklal, Kennesaw State University; Sandip Das, Kennesaw State University
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Engineering Education, 2025 Impact of an Interdisciplinary Engineering Design Project on First Year StudentsAbstractIncreasing student interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM)continues to be of significant importance in order to satisfy the increasing demand forprofessionals in these fields. The First Year Scholars program at Kennesaw State University(KSU) aims to introduce first-year students to the undergraduate research experience. Studentsare encouraged to apply for projects they find interesting, regardless of whether the projects arein their majors. This program helps students gain early research experience, which sets them on apath for future success. In this study, an
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engineering education that emphasize active,collaborative learning environments over passive, lecture-based instruction. Future research couldfocus on further exploring the specific aspects of the supportive environment that students foundmost beneficial and investigating how these supportive elements contribute to long-term skillretention and application in professional settings. Additionally, longitudinal studies could assesshow the supportive environment impacts students' professional development and career readinessafter graduation.ConclusionsEngineering graduates are highly prized for their skill sets; therefore, engineering curricula shouldbe based on the principles of skill development to maximize student value. The key takeaway fromskill
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Paper ID #45451Construction and Engineering Faculty Internships: A Reflective Case StudyDr. Kenneth Stafford Sands II, Auburn University Kenneth S. Sands II is an Assistant Professor at Auburn University. His research focuses primarily on education and heat safety. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Construction and Engineering Faculty Internships: A Reflective Case StudyAbstractFaculty internships provide construction and engineering educators with a valuable opportunityto engage directly with industry, gaining hands-on experience that enhances their
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- Marco Hermida, State University of New York at New Paltz; Ping-Chuan Wang, State University of New York at New Paltz; Nancy Campos, SUNY New Paltz; Aileen Pastrana, State University of New York at New Paltz; Bianca Bermudez, State University of New York at New Paltz; Shaima Herzallah, State University of New York at New Paltz; Christopher Monvil, State University of New York at New Paltz; Tenmetey Tetteh-Nartey, State University of New York at New Paltz
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. in General Education and Ph.D. in Educational Culture, Policy and Society from the University at Buffalo. She has over ten years of experience working with underrepresented students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).Aileen Pastrana, State University of New York at New Paltz Aileen Pastrana is currently in her third year of pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. She is also a Sustainability Ambassador on the Bike Friendly University Team at SUNY New Paltz. While she is very focused on the mechanical side of her engineering major, she is interested in expanding her knowledge that can incorporate sustainability methods into engineering.Bianca Bermudez, State University
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, and Bechtel Power Corporation in Frederick, Maryland. At The Citadel, Dr. Elamin focuses on teaching courses in the areas of Thermal/Fluid, Heat Transfer, Energy and Power, as well as introductory engineering subjects. His research interests encompass computational fluid dynamics (CFD), the development of CFD algorithms, and innovative approaches to engineering education. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Engineering Student Preferences on Homework Grading and Exam PreparationAbstractThis study explored student preferences for homework grading and exam equation sheetpreparation. A survey was administered to 43 students enrolled in three courses taught
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- Gonca Altuger-Genc, State University of New York, College of Technology at Farmingdale; Yue Hung, Farmingdale State College; Wenhai Li, Farmingdale State College
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™ experience in Computer-AidedDr. Wenhai Li, Farmingdale State College Assistant Professor in Department of Mechanical Engineering Technology, Farmingdale State College, Farmingdale, NY 11735 ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Incorporating Applied Learning in a Mechanical Engineering Technology Senior Project CourseAbstractApplied learning is a crucial part of the learning process, and allows the students to gain hands-onexperience by completing projects, courses, or activities that are part of the curriculum. At FarmingdaleState College, all baccalaureate program students fulfill 10 hours of minimum approved Applied LearningGraduation Requirement [1]. This allows students practice the knowledge
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- Raul Armendariz, City University of New York, Queensborough Community College; Corey Stalerman; Tak Cheung
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Paper ID #45299Pedagogy in undergraduate cosmic ray research projects with hands-on explanationof engineering versus engineering technology for community college studentsDr. Raul Armendariz, City University of New York, Queensborough Community College Associate professor of physicsCorey Stalerman Physics instructor at Queensborough Community College.Prof. Tak Cheung Tak Cheung, Ph.D., professor of physics, teaches in CUNY Queensborough Community College. He also conducts research and mentors student research projects. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Pedagogy in undergraduate cosmic ray
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- Hai T Ho, Kennesaw State University; Scott J. Tippens, Kennesaw State University
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community leader * Certified John Maxwell leadership coach and speakerProf. Scott J. Tippens, Kennesaw State University I am a full professor at Southern Polytechnic State University and I am the founding director of the Alternative Energy Innovation Center at SPSU. I’ve been teaching in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology department for approximately 17 ye ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025Engineering Student Retention: Integrating Corporate Onboarding Practices with Social Identity and Self-Determination TheoriesAbstractRetention in engineering disciplines remains a persistent challenge for higher education. Thisstudy explores a novel approach inspired by corporate
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- James Righter, The Citadel; Nathan John Washuta P.E., The Citadel; Deirdre D Ragan, Pennsylvania State University
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Paper ID #45840Application of a House of Quality Intervention in an Engineering CapstoneDesign CourseDr. James Righter, The Citadel James Righter is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering in the School of Engineering (SOE) at The Citadel. He earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering at the U.S. Naval Academy, his MS in Military Studies from the Marine Corps University Command Command and Staff College, and his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Clemson University. His research interests include engineering leadership, design methods, engineering design education, and manufacturing.Dr. Nathan John Washuta P.E., The
Comparison of Undergraduate Engineering Students and High School Students Solving Authentic Problems
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Paper ID #45310Comparison of Undergraduate Engineering Students and High School StudentsSolving Authentic ProblemsDr. Gang Liu, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford Dr. Gang Liu is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology in the Division of Physical and Computational Sciences, at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford. He received his Ph.D. degree in mechanical engineering in 2006 and another Ph.D. degree in engineering education in 2018. He teaches mechanical engineering undergraduate courses, including statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, etc. His research interests include in-class
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Michigan State University (MSU), East Lansing, Michigan, in 2022. Sylmarie worked as a Systems Engineer for the MITRE Corporation in 2015 and as a Data Analyst/Contractor for the Environmental Protection Agency in 2018 and 2019. Her research interests include real-time processing of biomedical and social signals, efficient implementation of machine learning algorithms, design of wearable social behavior and health monitoring systems, and engineering education. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Fostering Early-Stage Design Thinking: A Hands-On Design Exercise for Freshman Engineering StudentsAbstractA strong understanding of the engineering design process
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ethically and morally. Dr. Batouli received Harry Saxe Teaching award in 2022 based on students’ votes and students evaluation of instruction. His previous research has resulted in more than 30 referred journal and conference publications as well as five research reports. His past research received major awards and honors including a third-place best poster award from the construction research congress and a Dissertation Year Fellowship from Florida International University in 2016. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 The Case for a Separate FE Exam for Construction Engineering: Addressing Curriculum Discrepancies and Student PerformanceAbstractConstruction Engineering (CONE
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2009 to 2013, he worked as an Electronics Engineer for the United States Army Research Laboratory in Adelphi, Maryland. For his technical research, Dr. Mazzaro studies the unintended behaviors of radio frequency electronics illuminated by electromagnetic waves and he develops radars for the remote detection and characterization of those electronics. In the Fall of 2013, Dr. Mazzaro joined the faculty of the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at The Citadel. There, he is the primary instructor for Electromagnetic Fields, Interference Control in Electronics, Antennas & Propagation, and Electrical Laboratory courses. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025
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- 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
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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