, students are informed about thenature and intent of the survey, general explanation of the procedure, risks and discomforts,benefits, and confidentiality. The data collected offers valuable insights for engineering educators,helping them identify potential gaps and design targeted training and resources to better preparestudents for industry demands upon graduation. The survey begins with a consent form to ensureparticipants' informed participation. The following questions are asked in the survey. 1. Consent Form [Read] 2. Do you wish to participate in this survey? [Yes / No] 3. What is your age: [Open Ended] 4. What is your major: [Open Ended] 5. What is your year in college: [Open Ended] 6. Have you used generative AI
Paper ID #45650Relating Kinetic Energy Changes to Power Generation in a Mechanical EngineeringWind Turbine LabDr. Chuck H. Margraves, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Dr. Chuck Margraves is a UC Foundation Associate Professor and Graduate Coordinator of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. His current research focus is on STEM Education, particularly in the area of energy sustainability, at the collegiate and high school levels.Prof. KIDAMBI SREENIVAS, University of Tennessee at ChattanoogaTrevor S. Elliott, University of Tennessee at ChattanoogaLance Isaac Rose, University of Tennessee at
Paper ID #45332Comparative Analysis of Human versus AI-Generated Codes Regarding theChallenges Faced by Students in Innovation Competitions and ProgramsDr. Abdullah Konak, Pennsylvania State University, Berks Campus Dr. Abdullah Konak is a Distinguished Professor of Information Sciences and Technology at the Pennsylvania State University, Berks. Dr. Konak also teaches graduate courses in the Master of Science in Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations program at the College of Information Sciences and Technology, Penn State World Campus. Dr. Konak’s primary research interest focuses on modeling, analyzing, and optimizing
participation in the professional peer-review process to improve academic writing skills”, International Journal of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education, vol. 26, no. 3, pp. 473-484, 2014.[8] V. F. Scalfani, P. A. Frantom, and S. A. Woski, “Replacing the Traditional Graduate Chemistry Literature Seminar with a Chemical Research Literacy Course”, Journal of Chemical Education, vol. 93, pp. 482−487, 2015.[9] D. Jameson, “Teaching graduate business students to write clearly about technical topics,” Business Communication Quarterly, vol. 69, no. 1, pp. 76-81, 2006.[10] S. Wu, S. Zha, and S. Mattson, “Integrating team-based learning modules to improve civil engineering students’ technical writing skills,” Journal of Civil Engineering
little to no understanding (scale 2 or less) for any of the climate change topics. In the post-course assessment, at least 75% of students answered that they had moderate to strongunderstanding (scale 4 or more) for any of the climate change topics and no students answeredthat they had little to no understanding (scale 2 or less) for most of the topics with “Preparednessmeasures for climate change impacts” being the sole exception with one student answering thatthey had little understanding. These responses reveal that the current state of undergraduateengineering education is only preparing half of the students for the implications of climatechange and these two courses were effective for helping graduate students to bridge thatknowledge gap.In
program. The data was combined,cleaned, and modeled based on standard approaches and statistical software was used to conductdescriptive analysis. In the next step, the results were organized based on the sections of thesurvey. The findings of this study provide insight into gender-based perceptions of constructionstudents which can be used by construction educators and administrators in designing modulesand strategies to recruit students more effectively.BackgroundGender has shaped college enrollment trends for a very long time. Studying these trends is anopportunity to not only learn how to get more people in colleges, but also to get more people intospecific fields of study. This section explores various topics surrounding the gender gaps that
, andadvanced programming techniques. These lab projects provide students with practical experience inautomation design, ensuring they acquire the skills needed for industry applications.The current course structure can be condensed into 10 weeks by concentrating on essential robotics controltheories, such as forward and inverse kinematics, while omitting more advanced topics like robot dynamics,force and torque control, and path planning, which can be reserved for graduate-level instruction. In termsof lab work, the department has upgraded its equipment, replacing the Intelitek SCORBOT-ER 4ueducational robots [1] with industrial-grade Universal Robots' UR3 models [2]. Unlike the SCORBOT,which required manually controlling the robot's pose using
. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Student-Focused Videos for Civil Infrastructure Education and PromotionIntroduction and BackgroundIn recent years, the Richard A. Rula School of Civil and Environmental Engineering atMississippi State University (MSU) developed twelve videos designed to promote and highlightcivil infrastructure. These videos were released in the 2018 and 2019 calendar years and aim toeducate the public and inspire a potential future workforce (especially younger generations) byexplaining the critical role civil infrastructure plays in society. With proper execution, thesevideos have the potential to positively impact: 1) the number of people entering the
Paper ID #45557Boosting Programming Success for Diverse, Large Engineering Classes: Game-BasedVisualization and Phased Assessment in Computing EducationMs. Chaohui Ren, Auburn University [1] Mohamed, Abdallah. ”Designing a CS1 programming course for a mixed-ability class.” Proceedings of the western Canadian conference on computing education. 2019. [2] Shettleworth, Sara J. Cognition, evolution, and behavior. Oxford university press, 2009.Dr. Cheryl Seals, Auburn University Dr. Cheryl Denise Seals is a professor in Auburn University’s Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering. She graduated with a B.S. C.S
prototypedevelopment further engage students and prepare them for careers in the medical device field.Drawing on two years of course implementation, this paper discusses the challenges, successes,and key outcomes of this approach, offering practical advice for educators interested in creatingsimilar industry-collaborative courses.IntroductionThe Twin Cities region is a global leader in the medical device industry, home to a thrivingecosystem of established companies, innovative startups, and renowned healthcare institutions.This dynamic environment drives both economic growth and advancements in medicaltechnologies, creating a high demand for engineering graduates who possess not only technicalexpertise but also practical, industry-relevant skills
as addressing the challenge ofbridging the gap between aspirational goals, practical limitations of technology, and students’knowledge base. This mismatch is often one of the reasons for a “hump”- a phase where studentsoften face discouragement and lose motivation. However, overcoming this “hump” is crucial forstudents to truly understand the concepts they are working with and learn how to deal withsimilar situations in the future. This paper aims to give a detailed view into the learning process,triumphs, and pitfalls of an undergraduate student to allow educators to more effectively helptheir students. 1. Educational GoalThe goal of this project was to determine how an undergraduate student would approach andwork on a high-level topic
’ fast adoption of innovative and available new technologies. Agrowing concern for engineering instructors and among college writing instructors is that ofArtificial Intelligence (AI) being widely available to students. Although these technologies arenot a main topic of the work presented here, they can potentially impact the teaching of technicalwriting and the assessment of student outcomes, as well as engineering teaching in general. AI asa tool for text development and even to produce numerical solutions to textbook-type problems isknown and is getting more powerful. But it is not clear how capable AI is of correctly handlinggraphical information and integrating it with text. Therefore, its use by students to generatetechnical reports could
Paper ID #45817Enhancing Student Engagement in Electrical Engineering: The Impact ofHands-On Learning Tools on Student EngagementDr. Shobhit Aggarwal, The Citadel Dr. Aggarwal earned his Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Communication from Kurukshetra University, India in 2014, a Masters of Science and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2018 and 2023 respectively. After graduation, he served as an Embedded Firmware Engineer in an IoT-based Engineering organization in Charlotte and held a position as a Senior Embedded Software Engineer at a Fortune 500 electrical
University of Texas (El Paso) in 2008. He earned his Ba ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Capstone Design Experience at Southern Arkansas University – The Model, Implementation, and Relevance in ABET Accreditation Process.AbstractCapstone Design is a critical course in Bachelor of Science (BS) engineering degree programs.Since the introduction of the course in the 1980s, it has become an integral part of engineeringprograms not only in the United States (US) but also in foreign nations. The Accreditation Boardfor Engineering and Technology (ABET) places a heavy emphasis on Capstone Design experiencein its program evaluation because this course helps students transfer from school to the
language processing for automated grading and feedback generation, multi-modal learning (integrating vision and language models), and generative AI. Her broader interests include sustainable computing, IoT, and the development of smart cities and connected environments. Prior to her graduate studies, she accumulated three years of professional experience as a Software Engineer in India, specializing in software design and development for enterprise applications. She is committed to advancing educational technology and addressing real-world challenges through innovative computing solutions.Dr. Rajarajan Subramanian, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, The Capital College Rajarajan Subramanian currently
to have many profoundengineering courses on top of basic and advanced mathematics and science courses in theirengineering curricula.A scan was made regarding the topic of teaching engineering courses by mathematicians andscientists rather than engineers. On one hand, it was found that mathematicians and scientists areenlisted in engineering departments at several elite universities. On the other hand, almost allinstitutes of higher education require a degree or more in engineering to be engineeringinstructors in their announcements. This is especially the case with community colleges.Universities in general leave the door a little bit open in this regard. For universities, therequired academic credential to become an engineering instructor
and management, legal aspects, construction contract administration, public works, and Renewable Energy. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Writing skills can be improved using AI tools: An Analysis AbstractAt the college level, there are courses that teach 'Technical Writing' to engineering students atthe undergraduate level. Typically, the writing component in the curriculum presents asignificant challenge for undergraduate students as they work toward graduation. However, withthe introduction of Artificial Intelligence tools for writing, students find it somewhat easier toproduce written content for their courses.Artificial
through pre-class interaction with course materials whileuncovering hidden thought processes to guide the design of skill-focused in-class activities.Implementation of pre-class pedagogical approaches such as pre-class quizzes and exercises,flipped classrooms, and just-in-time teaching (JiTT) demonstrate positive impacts on studentperformance, student engagement, conceptual understanding, and long-term retention [1]-[4].Grounded in cognitive load and constructivist learning theories, these approaches break downcomplex topics into smaller, manageable ‘chunks’ while providing a contextualized foundationfor learning [5]-[6]. Reduced cognitive load minimizes stress on students and generates apositive environment for student participation on topics
graduated with a B.S. C.S. from Grambling State University, M.S. C.S. from North Carolina A&T State University and a Ph.D. C.S. from Virginia Tech. Seals conducts research in Human Computer Interaction with an emphasis in visual programming of educational simulations, user interface design & evaluation, and educational gaming technologies. Dr. Seals also works with computing outreach initiatives to improve CS education at all levels by a focused approach to increase the computing pipeline by getting students interested in STEM disciplines and future technology careers. One of these initiatives is the STARS Alliance (starsalliance.org) with programs in K-12 outreach, community service, student leadership and
. 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
LessonsAbstractEducators must prepare the next generation of engineers who will inherit a world that will bedifferent from the present. Research shows that Civil Engineering students often lack sufficienttraining in climate science. To be successful, graduates need training in evaluating hazards fromextreme winds, waves, and rain, and understanding climate change risks. At The Citadel, climatechange impacts are integrated into several lessons in an introductory Geotechnical Engineeringcourse. This paper demonstrates how climate change education can be integrated across thecurriculum by redesigning lessons using backward design and implementing active pedagogies,including pre-lesson, in-class, and post-lesson activities. In addition, it will provide insights
projects inspired by contemporary scientific investigation. My current research topics are motivated by improvement and innovation of engineering designs evolved in sustainable technology. Undergoing research projects include investigations of vortex-induced blade-less turbines and Tesla turbines for renewable energy applications, utilization of thermoelectric semiconductors for cooling, and research on supercritical carbon dioxide and refrigerants for green power generation. Relevant research interest includes numerical simulation of thermal-fluid interaction and biomimetic designs. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024Balancing Theory, Programming, and Practical Application for
Engineering. His research uses body-worn sensor networks to better quantify and understand human performance in many biomechanical contexts, outside of traditional laboratory environments.Dr. Lorna Cintron-Gonzalez, Francis Marion University Dr. Cintron-Gonzalez is an Associate Professor of Industrial Engineering at Francis Marion University in Florence, SC. Dr. Cintron-Gonzalez earned a BS degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Puerto Rico at Mayag¨uez in 2005, a MS degree in Health Systems from Georgia Tech in 2006, and a PhD in Industrial Engineering from Penn State University in 2013. Her research interests include engineering education, workplace human factors and ergonomics, health systems
degree in Computer Science with a concentration of Software Development from Columbus State University. She works as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Auburn University and recently began work for the City of Opelika, AL in the IT department as Assistant CIO. Her research interests include digital learning, UI/UX, web development, cybersecurity, web accessibility. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Teacher-Guided Project-Based Coding Practice Enhances High-Level Programming Language LearningAbstractJava is a required course for many undergraduate computer science programs and is widely re-garded as a challenging programming language due to its complexity and
technologies, ultimately leading to a richer learningexperience for students.Introduction & Literature‘Internship’ is a word typically reserved for undergraduate and graduate students, but seldom is itused in the context of faculty. Student internships generally serve as a link between theclassroom and the profession, but they also engage industry and faculty [1], just not in the directsense. The symbiotic relationship between theoretical knowledge and practical application hasalways been its cornerstone in higher education. Similarly, the relationship between constructionprograms and industry is a foundation for this symbiotic relationship, with industry learning fromacademia and vice versa.Construction programs have traditionally valued industry
academic excellence and contributions to research have been recognized through several prestigious awards. In 2022, she was honored with both the CoST Graduate Rising Scholar Award and the NC A&T Graduate Rising Scholar Award. These accolades highlight her outstanding scholarly achievements and her commitment to advancing knowledge in her field. In 2024, Mercy’s dedication to education and her exemplary performance as an instructor were acknowledged when she received the Senior Graduate Teaching Assistant Award. This award underscores her effectiveness as an educator and her ability to inspire and mentor students. In addition to her academic and teaching roles, Mercy has significantly contributed to the broader
Paper ID #45312Understanding STEM Students’ Conceptual Derivative Knowledge ThroughAnalysis of Sub-concept CognitionDr. Emre Tokgoz, Quinnipiac University Emre Tokgoz is a faculty of Department of Computer Security at SUNY - Farmingdale. His research interests in STEM education include understanding and proposing improvement ideas for advancing undergraduate and graduate students conceptual mathematics, engineering, computing, and cybersecurity knowledge. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Understanding STEM Students’ Conceptual Differentiability Knowledge Through
associate professor of mechanical engineering at Tennessee Tech University, and former director (2009 - 2018) of the Oakley Center for Excellence in the Teaching of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Call to Action! an opinion pieceAbstractIn 2024, the American Society for Engineering Education Southeast Section conference hosted apanel discussion about the coming – no, make that the arrival – of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in theclassroom. Several points became clear to us during that discussion: first, easy access to predictivelarge-language models (LLM) is alarming to
to be successful [8]. A good understanding ofTuckman’s Five Stages of Team Development can prepare future project engineers for healthyconflicts, disagreements, and good followership which can positively influence project success.Emotional Intelligence (EI)EI is a topic of discussion in psychology, education, sports, and organizational management [3].It has become a buzzword in conversations on social media, on podcasts, in books, and on talkradio [9]. EI is often used casually as if it is common knowledge and easily applied. According tothe PMI, EI is the ability to identify, assess, and manage the personal emotions of oneself andother people, as well as the collective emotions of groups of people [1], [4]. As a subset of socialintelligence
work involved a trip near a wind farm where sounds generated from the wind turbinescould be collected using an outdoor microphone and sound level meter recording device. Thestudents and advisors met with a local resident who acted as a guide to help identify locationswhere wind turbine noises could be collected. The students made decisions about where and howto set up the equipment, and they documented the details about the measurement site and weatherconditions. This data was collected specifically for use as samples in the psychoacoustic studythat the students were helping to plan and were responsible for completing. Upon return tocampus, the students downloaded the wind farm noise samples and identified and classifiedsamples that contained