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2025 Rocky Mountain Section Conference

Authors

Benjamin Bruxvoort; Nehemiah Emaikwu; Kim Trenbath; Jason Schmidt

Remmen, 2022). Using these methods, the researchers soughtto deepen the discussion on implementing real-world problem-solving projects by professorsacross a variety of contexts. Approval of all protocols for human subject research was granted bythe Central Department of Energy Institutional Review Board under application DOE000938.For this study, we collected data in one-on-one open-ended interviews with seven professors.Participants represented a blend of Research 1 or Research 2 institutions, though interviewrequests were sent to professors from all institutional classifications. Over 40% of intervieweeswere in their second or third year of the competition, whereas the remainder were eitherparticipating for the first time or had participated

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2025 ASEE North Central Section (NCS) Annual Conference

Authors

Benjamin Lubina, Gannon University; Ramakrishnan Sundaram, Gannon University

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Diversity

Department at Gannon University. His areas of research include computational architectures for signal and image processing as well as novel methods to improve/enhance engineering education. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Advancing Wi-Fi based Imaging: An Approach for Real-Time Object Detection and ClassificationAbstract Visualizing objects through Wi-Fi signal variations is a critical area of research due to itspotential for real-time environmental mapping, enhanced detection capabilities, and use ofextremely common electronics an infrastructure. Applications include mapping in low lighting/rfenvironments, search and rescue, and urban warfare where visualizing

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

Authors

Mohammad Rafiq Muqri; Simon Obeid; Gusteau Duclos, DeVry University

assessment system that evaluates the role of generative AI inproblem-solving. Machine Learning (ML), a subset of AI, teaching and learning environments.enables systems to analyze data, recognize patterns, and make II. REAL-WORLD CASE STUDIES ON AI-DRIVENdecisions with minimal human intervention. Deep Learning EDUCATION PLATFORMS(DL), a further subfield of ML, is inspired by the structure andfunction of the human brain and forms the backbone of many Several AI-driven education platforms have demonstratedAI applications, including generative AI. significant advancements in personalized learning and student

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2025 ASEE North Central Section (NCS) Annual Conference

Authors

Xu Gao, Marshall University; Pingping Zhu, Marshall University; Mohammed Ferdjallah, Marshall University

availableresources, such as online labeling tools (e.g., Roboflow) and free computational platforms like Google Colab, this studyprovides a straightforward and cost-effective approach to applying state-of-the-art models. Through detailed explanations,accessible tools, and real-world applications, this work aims to lower the barriers to entry for medical professionals, enablingthem to explore and utilize these powerful technologies in their practice. This paper makes three key contributions: • Practical Implementation: We provide a step-by-step guide for training and deploying SegNet, U-Net, and YOLO-Seg using publicly available tools like Roboflow and Google Colab, lowering the barrier to entry for medical professionals. • Comprehensive Evaluation

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2025 ASEE North Central Section (NCS) Annual Conference

Authors

Yousef Sardahi, Marshall University; Asad Salem

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Diversity

factors making itan overall more effective and reliable system. Overall, the project successfully balanced innovationwith practicality, ensuring that soldiers could rely on the system in real-world conditions. Futuretesting and iteration will only improve the system further, allowing it to become a more robust andreliable safety tool.Challenges and Lessons LearnedThroughout the design process the team faced many challenges in the design, assembly, and pro-gramming of the Recoil Indication System.The first challenge to the design process was to find a way to quickly manufacture the conceptthat was drawn in SolidWorks in an inexpensive manner. The solution was to partner with localindustry to collaboratively produce the ring. Marshall’s Advanced

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

Authors

Srilekha Bandla; Mukesh Reddy Jonnala; Peiqiao Wu; Sarosh Patel; Xingguo Xiong

D D = kd · W · Sf actor , Fpump = (17) must assess real-world performance, ensuring safety, re- T liability, and regulatory compliance.where kd = 0.1 mg/kg, W is patient weight, Sf actor represents According to the research findings, b etter s mart seizureseizure severity, and T is infusion time. This adaptive method detection intervention systems result from incorporating ma-prevents overmedication while ensuring controlled interven- chine learning with direct neurostimulation control and drugtion

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2025 ASEE -GSW Annual Conference

Authors

Surupa Shaw, Texas A&M University; Randy Brooks, Texas A&M University

decision-making. This paperexamines how integrating the development of these professional skills into core engineeringsubjects—such as Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, and Electrical Circuits—can foster a morecomprehensive and holistic student education. Through the use of problem-based learning andreferencing real-world applications, the approach aims to enhance both technical knowledge andessential soft skills. The paper also explores alternative assessment methods that extend beyondtraditional exams to evaluate competencies crucial for professional success. By aligningengineering curricula with industry expectations, and supporting faculty development in this area,the study offers a framework for curriculum design that strengthens both

Collection

2025 Northeast Section Conference

Authors

Dinh Cuong Nguyen; Dan Tenney

study EV adoption are diverse butArticles were critically evaluated for their application of underexplored. Many studies rely heavily on quantitativebehavioral theories, their methodological rigor in study designand analysis, and their practical relevance to real-world methods, with limited use of qualitative and mixed-methodchallenges. Specifically, the review assessed whether the studies approaches[8]. These gaps delay the development of effectiveeffectively utilized established behavioral theories (Theory of policies and strategies to promote EV adoptionPlanned Behavior, Technology Acceptance Model, and Theory of comprehensively.Reasoned Action) to

Collection

2025 Rocky Mountain Section Conference

Authors

Mridusmita Saikia; Stephanie Fuchs

learning that is now gaining popularity amongengineering institutions [5]. During studio sessions, students work in teams to performcollaborative tasks with the aim of creating a solution for an engineering problem. The problemsare intentionally designed and inspired from real-world topics they will encounter in their futureprofessional careers [6-8].Quantifying student learning in response to the studio-based instruction can be challenging. Toaddress this, we focused our analysis on a specific case: student-developed solutions for thetreatment of type 1 diabetes (T1D), a biomedical problem discussed in both courses.Data collected from students’ final design submissions were used to address the followingquestion, that covered specific questions

Conference Session

Track 5: Technical Session 4: The Next Leaders Academy: Learned Experience from an AI Summer Camp Experience

Collection

2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

Delano White, The Gaskins Foundation; Whitney Gaskins, University of Cincinnati

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2025 CoNECD Paper Submissions, Diversity

. language processing. 3 Practical Applications 4 Critical Thinking Encourage students to engage Expose students to real-world in critical thinking and applications of AI in various discussions about the fields, highlighting both responsible development and

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Student Papers

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2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

Authors

Faiza Akram, Mississippi State University; Andrew Zheng, Texas A&M University; April Guo-Yue, Mississippi State University; Cooper Medved, Mississippi State University; Claire Johnson, Mississippi State University; Asad Waqar Malik; Samee U Khan, Mississippi State University

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Student Papers

Education, 2025Performance Unveiled: Comparing Lightweight Devices Testbed and Virtual Machines for Edge ComputingAbstractTechnological innovations are accelerating across fields like engineering, IT, environmentalscience, and agriculture, the convergence of education & research has emerged as a vital andconcerning issue. Although the research in areas such as edge computing holds a lot of potentialfor real-world applications, its integration into engineering education remains marginalized dueto lack of curriculum alignment, lack of resources for faculty training, and industry-academiadisconnect. This study bridges the gap by investigating the suitability of hands-onexperimentation with edge computing frameworks to enhance

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2025 ASEE North Central Section (NCS) Annual Conference

Authors

Ragavanantham Shanmugam, Fairmont State University; Madhan Gopal Perumal, The University of Texas at Dallas; Uma Maheswari Krishnamoorthy

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Diversity

. One-Size-Fits-All Approach (35%) o The largest segment highlights the lack of flexibility in conventional education, where standardized curricula often fail to address diverse learning styles, cognitive abilities, and individual student needs. 2. Lack of Practical Application (25%) o Many educational programs focus heavily on theoretical knowledge without sufficient hands-on learning, internships, or real-world applications, leading to gaps in skill development. 3. Standardized Testing Pressure (20%) o The emphasis on standardized testing limits creativity and critical thinking, often prioritizing memorization over deeper

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Professional Papers

Collection

2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

Authors

Erin Bosarge, University of South Alabama

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Diversity, Professional Papers

high school curricula [7]. This imbalance inimplementation results in significant gaps in student exposure to essential AI principles. PBLoffers a promising solution by pairing real-world applications with ethical discussions, enablingstudents to grasp abstract AI concepts and understand their societal implications. Effective AIpedagogy involves hands-on activities like PBL that allow students to engage with real-worldproblems, fostering critical thinking and collaboration [3].An interdisciplinary approach of integrating AI education into existing curricula, rather thanreplacing current subjects demonstrates the practical relevance of AI skills, prepares students toapply them effectively in diverse, real-world contexts and future workplaces

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

Authors

Samuel Servati; PS. Dhanasekaran

, engineering concepts, preparing them for global industry and hands-on experimentation. Mathematics and demands. Evidence suggests that PBL enhances theoretical calculations remain essential, but by academic performance, retention of knowledge, and confidence in applying theoretical concepts to practical supplementing them with physical demonstrations and scenarios. Collaborative projects further develop real-world applications, students are better able to relate essential communication and teamwork skills while abstract equations to tangible engineering solutions [3]. promoting creativity and innovation through open ended This

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2025 ASEE -GSW Annual Conference

Authors

Ernesto A B F Lima, University of Texas at Austin

integration of computational thinkingand real-world applications, the course now focuses on enhancing students' understanding ofprogramming by solving challenges that are highly relevant to BME. The iterative course redesignbetween 2022 and 2024 has emphasized domain-specific examples, transforming abstractcomputational concepts into accessible and engaging material. In 2022, the instructional materialprimarily consisted of generic programming exercises. While these exercises were effective for Proceedings of the 2025 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference TheUniversityofTexasatArlington,Arlington,TX Copyright ã 2025, American Society for Engineering Education

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Professional Papers

Collection

2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

Authors

Vivek Singhal, University of Wisconsin - Stout; Kenan Baltaci, University of Wisconsin - Stout

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Diversity, Professional Papers

knowledgeacross diverse areas such as biological testing, human factors, usability engineering, riskmanagement, and regulatory frameworks. Recognizing that no single academic instructor canprovide expertise in all these areas, we designed the course to leverage contributions fromindustry professionals. These experts bring real-world insights to the classroom through guestlectures, project guidance, and case studies, ensuring that students gain practical knowledge thataligns with current industry practices.The course takes an active learning approach, incorporating hands-on projects that simulaterealworld applications. Students engage in designing simple medical devices, such as weightscales, pedometers, shake detectors, and water tank level meters, which

Conference Session

Track 5: Technical Session 6: Advancing Accessibility: Leveraging Technology to Empower Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students in STEM Higher Education

Collection

2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

Sunday David Ubur, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Sarah Over, Virginia Tech; Denis Gracanin, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; C. Cozette Comer, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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2025 CoNECD Paper Submissions, Diversity

funding. The fundedorganizations mentioned include the Project of Students Grant Agency, FIM, University ofHradec Kralove, Czech Republic [27], JST CREST Grant [61], the Erasmus+ Program of theEuropean Union through the Project EduTech under Grant [48], [62], Barrier-free communicationsystem for hearing-impaired people based on Chinese lip translation [43],and FAPERGS ARD[54]. This highlights a potential barrier to conducting robust accessibility research, as increasedfinancial support is necessary to enable more comprehensive studies, including long-termevaluations and real-world applications. Greater funding opportunities are crucial to advancingthe field of accessibility research and ensuring that solutions are effectively implemented

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2025 Rocky Mountain Section Conference

Authors

Maila Hallare; Tanjore Jayaraman

connections, more integrated learning experience, reinforcing the necessity of mathematical tools inengineering.2.4 Lesson ObjectivesThis lesson is designed to provide students with a deeper understanding of diffusion through Laplace transforms. Bythe end of the session, students should be able to: • Explain the role of diffusion in engineering applications. • Derive the solution to Fick’s Second Law using Laplace transforms. • Connect the mathematical solution to real-world mechanical and aerospace engineering contexts.2.5 Lesson StructureTotal Duration: 53 minutes • (15 min) Introduction of the Topic (Mechanical Engineering Professor) • (15 min) Mathematical Derivation (Mathematics Professor) • (8 min) Engineering

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2025 ASEE -GSW Annual Conference

Authors

Bill D Carroll P.E., The University of Texas at Arlington; Kartikey Sharan, The University of Texas at Arlington

FPGA platforms like ModelSim and Terasic’s DE10-Lite board. Students learn digitallogic principles, hardware interfacing, and real-world engineering skills through this interactive,application-driven approach.IntroductionDigital logic design is a cornerstone of computer engineering education, traditionally taught withlimited real-world applications. This paper introduces a structured framework for teaching digitallogic using a 32-bit floating-point processor, developed in SystemVerilog and implemented onthe DE10-Lite FPGA. The processor adheres to the IEEE 754 floating-point standard andincorporates peripherals like keypads and LCD displays for enhanced usability. By integratingtheoretical learning with practical applications, this approach

Conference Session

Professional Papers

Collection

2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

Authors

Nilanjana Raychawdhary, Auburn University; Chaohui Ren, Auburn University; Cheryl Seals, Auburn University; Sutanu Bhattacharya

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Diversity, Professional Papers

computing diversity research.Sutanu Bhattacharya ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Empowering Undergraduates with NLP: Integrative Methods for Deepening Understanding through Visualization and Case StudiesAbstractA thorough approach that successfully balances academic understanding and real-world experience is neededto teach undergraduate students Natural Language Processing (NLP). This research emphasizes the synthe-sis of theory and practical application to overcome the significant obstacles in teaching NLP. We suggestemploying interactive tools and technologies, such as Jupyter notebooks and well-known Python libraries(NLTK and SpaCy), to engage students and improve their learning

Conference Session

Student Papers

Collection

2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

Authors

Sierra Milligan, University of Georgia; John Ray Morelock, University of Georgia

Tagged Topics

Student Papers

educationexperience, bridging the gap between theoretical concepts and practical application. Thesecourses often employ various teaching methods, including demonstration-based, collaborative,inquiry-based, and experiential learning, to engage students in hands-on experiences that connectclassroom theory with real-world engineering problems [1-9]. Currently, the University ofGeorgia Biomedical Engineering Lab follows a demonstration-based approach, where studentsperform isolated experiments designed to illustrate specific theoretical principles. We intuit thatthis method is effective for helping students learn to apply individual course concepts incontrolled settings, but it may limit students’ ability to transfer knowledge between experimentsand apply

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

Authors

Lina H. Kloub, University of Connecticut; Christina Smith, University of Connecticut; Faiyhaa-Sydra Saulat, University of Connecticut

chine learning and data science principles. Participants engageassist in debugging code, optimizing designs, and automating in real-time applications of these methods, working on projectsdata analysis, making problem-solving more efficient. that require the modeling and simulation of complex systems AI presents dynamic, real-world problem scenarios that [3]. By utilizing this learning process, it leads to an enhance-significantly enhance engineering education. Adaptive coding ment of their ability to address intricate engineering problemsplatforms, for instance, utilize AI to create personalized learn- through AI-driven solutions, fostering engineer’s adept ating experiences by adjusting the complexity

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

Authors

Shalini Jada; Xingguo Xiong; Ahmed El-Sayed; Navarun Gupta

- are displayed [2]. ment [23]. • Preprocessing Steps: Images are resized to 224x224 H. Validation and Testing pixels and normalized to ensure compatibility with the • Validation Dataset: A validation dataset is used to CNN input layer. Data augmentation techniques like evaluate the model’s real-world performance. Random flipping, rotation, and scaling are applied to improve images from the dataset are selected and predictions are model generalization [24]. compared to their ground truths [3].C. Model Development and Training • Performance Metrics: Accuracy, precision, recall

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

Authors

Thomas C. McKinley

pursueprofessors who I was doing internship at Northeastern computer science in the future. The club has also fosteredUniversity as guest speakers. They provided insights into teamwork and problem-solving skills, which are valuablecurrent AI advancements and career opportunities in the fields outside of the field of programming.in real-world applications such as healthcare, finance, roboticsand natural language processing, which expanded our From a personal perspective, leading the club has providedunderstanding of the fields beyond simple coding exercises. valuable experience in organization, communication, andThis exposure inspired several students to pursue AI-related leadership. I have

Conference Session

WORKSHOP I: Integrating Service Learning into First-Year Engineering Courses: A Hands-On Workshop

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FYEE 2025 Conference

Authors

Kathryn Schulte Grahame, Northeastern University; Brian Patrick O'Connell, Northeastern University; Anne Shea, Northeastern University; Kennedy Gallagher, Northeastern University

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FYEE 2025

will provide actionablestrategies grounded in educational research and real-world implementation.Background and ContextWhy Service Learning?Service-learning is a dynamic teaching tool that empowers faculty to seamlessly integrateacademic course content with meaningful community-based experiences. This pedagogicalapproach purposefully engages students in active learning situations that foster deeperunderstanding of subject matter while simultaneously developing competencies tied to criticalconsciousness and social impact [1]. The classroom and community components work in tandem,creating a symbiotic relationship where theoretical knowledge enhances practical application andreal-world experiences enrich academic discussions. Through this process

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2025 ASEE -GSW Annual Conference

Authors

Sandipon Chowdhury, West Texas A&M University; Swastika Bithi, West Texas A&M University

soils like sandy loam and clay loam.It helps students connect soil science to real-world applications like agriculture and watermanagement through engaging activities.[2] Figure 2: Soil texture traiangleSandy loam is a soil with high sand content (60-70%), providing excellent drainage, high aeration,and easy root penetration, though it retains little water and nutrients. Clay loam, on the other hand,contains more clay (20-35%) and has a fine, cohesive structure, offering excellent water andnutrient retention but poor drainage and limited aeration. Understanding these soil types helpsidentify their suitability for crops, water management, and fertilization needs. Sandy loam supportswell-drained crops like peanuts

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2025 ASEE North Central Section (NCS) Annual Conference

Authors

Carmen Cioc, The University of Toledo; Sorin Cioc, The University of Toledo; Noela A. Haughton, The University of Toledo; William T. Evans PhD P.E., The University of Toledo

discuss potential sources of error and reflect on how their experimentalsetup might be improved. This open-ended lab not only reinforced students' understanding ofenergy losses in fluid systems but also emphasized the importance of experimental design, dataanalysis, and the application of theoretical concepts to real-world engineering challenges.AssessmentTo assess the effectiveness of the open-ended labs and to gauge students’ perceptions of theirimpact on learning, both direct and indirect assessment methods were employed. Directassessment was carried out through grading the students' lab reports, which evaluated theirability to design the experimental methodology, collect and analyze data, and draw conclusionsbased on theoretical principles

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2025 ASEE North Central Section (NCS) Annual Conference

Authors

Shuyu Wang, The Ohio State University; Rachel Louis Kajfez, The Ohio State University

undergraduate level and graduate level. These projects were designedintentionally to mimic prevalent real-world problems. For example, in undergraduateengineering programs, Jamieson et al. [14] adopted real-world problems faced by thecommunities as course material to incorporate transdisciplinarity into engineering practice forfirst-year engineering students. Ramos-Rodriguez et al. [32] have done similar practice intheir first-year programming course. They assigned application problems corresponding todifferent engineering fields to allow students to work in teams. Dano and Santos [34]integrated transdisciplinarity into systems engineering programs by using architectureproblems to intentionally ask students to consider aspects beyond

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

Authors

Marvin Gayle; Danny Mangra

. Problem-cellular, Bluetooth, wireless fidelity [Wi-Fi], or multiple other Based Learning (PBL) is a technique offered used to solvenetworks using various other protocols. An increased more technically complex challenges [5]. This approach isemphasis on real-world applications and collaboration with more focused and better suited for a collaborative or groupindustry partners allows a more tailored engineering learning approach, with opportunities to engage in critical thinking.experience [4]. Students can now interact with real-world lab There is a significant greater time investment required forequipment from remote location via cloud-based platforms PBL. This methodology can be less intensive at

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

Authors

Lakshmi Aishwarya Malladi; Navarun Gupta; Ahmed El-Sayed; Xingguo Xiong

Mechanisms and VGG16." Neural Networks Journal, 2023.Nevertheless, issues including computing cost, datasetlimitations, and real-world applications must be resolved forgreater. .Future research should concentrate on enhancing the model foredge computing to allow real-time monitoring in resource-constrained contexts utilizing lightweight architectures such asMobileNet or Efficient Net. The integration of IoT sensors,drones, and cloud-based AI algorithms might establish anautomated and scalable early warning system. Furthermore,augmenting the dataset with real-time satellite imagery andsynthetic data would enhance model robustness andgeneralization across various terrains and