Paper ID #41363Board 35: Essentials of the Nurse + Engineer: Defining Public Value for CivilEngineersDr. Daniel B Oerther P.E., Missouri University of Science and Technology Professor Daniel B. Oerther, PhD, PE, BCEE, DLAAS, FAAN(h) joined the faculty of the Missouri University of Science and Technology in 2010 as the John A. and Susan Mathes Chair of Civil Engineering after serving for ten years on the faculty of the University of Cincinnati where he was head of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Professor Oerther is internationally recognized for leadership of engineers, sanitarians, and nurses
latter group was found to have higher finalexam grades implying greater improvement.Juhler et al. [7] examined the test and retest scores for 1,314 students who completed anintermediate algebra course. For each of seven chapter tests, if the student achieved less than a Bgrade, they could opt to take a retake. The score on the retake replaced the original test score,regardless of whether it was an improvement, but was limited to a B grade. On average, studentswere eligible to take 5.30 retakes and opted to take 2.31 retakes. The majority (88-95%) ofstudents who took the retake improved their score. However, there was no significant correlationbetween the number of retakes and the final exam score.Abraham [8] offered 150 students in intuitive
unlikely to collaborate and share ideas with peers or apply the knowledge aftergraduation. Thankfully, the data show there is a measured improvement of 20% in student“confidence” with the material. However, the population that gained the highest boost in“confidence” was not the extremes in terms of GPA and course grade, but instead students closerto the median. In terms of student GPA, students with a GPA between 3.0 and 4.0 saw thelargest increase in confidence following interaction with the power demonstrator board.Similarly, students who earned a B or B+ in the course had the largest change in confidence;27% and 25% respectively. This growth and comfort with the course material is valuable to thestudent, enabling more direct engagement of the
bystudying the current state of wind engineering tracks within civil engineering programs offeredworldwide and identifying their Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT). Toachieve these objectives, this research (a) analyzed the different civil engineering programs thatinclude wind engineering tracks offered worldwide and identified the academic institutions thathave academic expertise and equipment including atmospheric boundary layer (ABL) windtunnels, a fundamental tool for the research and study of wind events; (b) conducted a survey toall WE faculty and students doing research on these topics at Florida International University togather information on the courses offered and the intention of the course, as well as informationon
Paper ID #39312A Near-Peer Mentoring Framework for a Civil and EnvironmentalEngineering CurriculumMarie Bond, University of Illinois, Urbana-ChampaignProf. Ramez Hajj, University of Illinois, Urbana-ChampaignProf. Jeffery R. Roesler, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Professor, Civil and Environmental Engineering Associate Head and Director of Graduate Studies and ResearchDr. Arthur R. Schmidt III, University of Illinois, Urbana-ChampaignProf. Jacob Henschen, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign Professor Henschen completed his B.S., M.S., and PhD. at the University of Illinois Urbana
different members, reactions, etc.). After solving theproblems, the final report can be submitted in either written format with a word processor(scanned hand-written sheets are NOT allowed), or problem-solving videos. Separate documentsregarding different formats will be posted later.2. Creativity trackCreate your own project based on your strengths – This must be aligned with course objectives.Some possibilities but not limited to: a. Compose a song about challenging statics topics and perform it (group project is possible –virtual choir, virtual piano trio, virtual quartet, etc.). For example, you can use an existing song, and write lyrics about Statics topics. b. Create a painting or artwork on the most challenging statics
) for students, which on some level can beat least partly obtained by the traditional approach of learning by clicking through a program.While that is certainly a part of this course, the use of integrated projects to learn GIS whilereinforcing core civil engineering concepts has shown to be an impactful model, providingstudents context and connections to enhance their learning in multiple areas beyond the software.References[1] V. Bernhäuserová, L. Havelková, K. Hátlová, and M. Hanus, “The limits of GISimplementation in education: A systematic review,” ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, vol. 11, no. 12, p. 592, 2022.[2] S. Lafia, R. Zhu, B. Regalia, and W. Kuhn, “Reimagining GIS instruction through concept-based learning,” AGILE
Patty Eaton, Director of Student Accessibility Services Kristen Merchant, Associate Director of Student Activities Mario Simoni, Professor and Department Head of Electrical & Computer Engineering Deb Walters, Associate Professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering We also thank Timothy Chow, Director of Institutional Research, for his assistance with the data analysis.References:ABET, 2021, “Criteria for Accrediting Engineering Programs.” (Nov. 17, 2022).Albritton, J. A., Fried, B., Singh, K., Weiner, B. J., Reeve, B., and Edwards, J. R., 2019, “TheRole of Psychological Safety and Learning Behavior in the Development of Effective QualityImprovement Teams in Ghana: An Observational Study.” BMC Health Services
a problem, Off Planet City. 2.5-min video [55] Answer the following two questions: need, or challenge facing (a) Briefly describe this context. What society that inspires you personally excites you about this context? (a) What did you learn from 1 or both of to be a civil engineer (b) What elements of the four scenarios the above that you read/watch related to (cite relevant part of seem to apply? Give a few specific a problem, need, or challenge facing reading; e.g. "As examples. (resilient cities, progressive society that inspires you to be a civil described on page 6 in megacities
game. This requires a further examination of the game data. It may be that the knowledgeassessment used is more specifically tuned to content delivered through a lecture, and a recency 7effect might explain why scores are higher after the lecture compared to after playing.Regardless, students expressed learning from the experience and the results demonstrate thatboth the lecture and the game play a role in improving student knowledge and confidence,providing evidence that they should be combined (i.e., mixed reality). (a) Confidence measures over time (b) Knowledge measures over timeFigure 4. Boxplots of confidence (C) and
: https://www.bls.gov/opub/mlr/2015/article/labor-force-projections-to- 2024.htm[10] L. F. Katz and A. B. Krueger, “The Rise and Nature of Alternative Work Arrangements in the United States, 1995-2015.” in Working Paper Series. National Bureau of Economic Research, Sep. 2016. doi: 10.3386/w22667.[11] J. Parilla, “Opportunity for growth: How reducing barriers to economic inclusion can benefit workers, firms, and local economies,” Brookings. Accessed: Mar. 30, 2024. [Online]. Available: https://www.brookings.edu/articles/opportunity-for-growth-how- reducing-barriers-to-economic-inclusion-can-benefit-workers-firms-and-local-economies/[12] Civil Engineering Source, “Why US civil engineering firms face a labor shortage
% Findings/Results, 25% Recommendations, & Summary Overall Content 15% Presentation Style: Use of 10% graphics/animation/media/etc. Time Control 5% Appearance and Professional 5% Behavior Table 3: Major Components of the Final Report Components of the Professional Report a) Title Page b) Table of contents c) Abstract (optional) d) Background
Effectiveness Theory from Industrial and Organizational Psychology Applied to Engineering Student Project Teams: A Research Review. Journal of Engineering Education, 102(4), 472–512. https://doi.org/10.1002/JEE.20023Chen, P., Hernandez, A., & Dong, J. (2015). Impact of Collaborative Project-Based Learning on Self-Efficacy of Urban Minority Students in Engineering. Journal of Urban Learning Teaching and Research, 11, 26–39.Chowdhury, T., & Murzi, H. (2019). Literature review: Exploring teamwork in engineering education. Research in Engineering Education Symposium, 10–12.Compton-Young, L., McCauley-Bush, P., Rabelo, L., Meza, K., Ferraras, A., Rodriguez, B., Millan, A., Miranda, D., & Kelarestani, M. (2010). Engineering
; Exposition, 2009, p. 14.223. 1- 14.223. 18.[5] S. D. Hart, “Applying the ExCEEd Teaching Model in a Flipped Classroom Environment,” in 2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, 2016.[6] J. Q. Retherford and J. K. Amoah, “Incorporating ASCE’s ExCEEd Principles in Capstone Project and Other Active Learning Courses,” in Proceedings of the American Society of Engineering Education Southeast Section Conference, 2014.[7] R. W. Welch and C. B. Farnsworth, “Using the ExCEEd Model for Distance Education,” in 2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, 2011, p. 22.1645. 1-22.1645. 22.
changes made do not cause problems with ABETaccreditation. The new curriculum needs to satisfy Criterion 5 of the ABET EngineeringAccreditation Commission 2023-2024 Criteria [8]. This criterion states that “the curriculummust include: a) a minimum of 30 semester credit hours (or equivalent) of a combination of college-level mathematics and basic science with experimental experience appropriate to the program. b) a minimum of 45 semester credit hours (or equivalent) of engineering topics appropriate to the program, consisting of engineering and computer sciences and engineering design, and utilizing modern engineering tools. c) a broad education component that complements the
Paper ID #38279A Methodology for Converting an Engineering Program from Quarters toSemestersDr. Allen C. Estes, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Allen C. Estes has been Professor and Head for the Architectural Engineering Department at California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo since January 2007. Previously, Dr. Estes was the Direc- tor of the Civil Engineering Program at the United States Military Academy (USMA). He is a registered Professional Engineer in Virginia. Al Estes received a B.S. degree from USMA in 1978, M.S. degrees in Structural Engineering and in Construction
is a licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Missouri and a Project Management Professional.Capt. Robert Hume, United States Military Academy Robert A. Hume an Instructor of Civil Engineering at the United States Military Academy at West Point and an active duty Army Engineer Officer. He is a graduate of West Point (B.S. in Civil Engineering) and the University of Cambridge (MPhil in Engineering for Sustainable Development). His research interests include sustainable infrastructure design, energy efficiency, and engineering education. He is also a licensed professional engineer in Missouri.Dr. Eric B. Williamson P.E., United States Military Academy Eric Williamson, Ph.D., P.E., F.SEI – Dr. Williamson
silica fume. Thefirst mix was a control group consisting of concrete with typical ingredients (Test A), while theother four mixes were Test B, Test C, Test D, and Test E. Test B consisted of mix in Test A +flyash (1/3rd the weight of cement in the mix), Test C involved replacing 1/3rd of the weight ofcement in Test A with an equivalent weight of fly ash, Test D consisted of mix in Test A +silicafume (1/3rd the weight of cement in the mix), and Test E involved replacing 1/3rd of the weightof cement in Test A with an equivalent weight of silica fume. The addition of pozzolan affects the properties of fresh and hardened concrete such astemperature, workability, density, air content, compressive strength etc. Therefore, studentsconducted
requires ethical responsibility to ensure equity and 85 justice. The interconnected relationship between sustainable development, transportation systems, 86 and human rights becomes apparent by studying their principles and values. Human rights are at 87 the core of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and 14 out of 17 are, in turn, affected by 88 public transportation in the United States [9]. Furthermore, main concepts such as (a) accessibility, 89 (b) inclusivity, and (c) intergenerational equity have made their way into transportation, 90 emphasizing the critical need for a comprehensive understanding of the long-term consequences 91 of transportation decisions on the environment. At its core, sustainability in
first-year engineering curriculum completewith a computer programming for engineers course and an engineering design course. Thepedagogy for both courses is built on the concept of active, hands-on learning designed to impartknowledge in a given subject area while developing collaboration and cooperation among first-year students. The two hands-on activities presented in this paper were originally designed anddeveloped for first-year students. The “Sound Activity” was first implemented in the computerprogramming for engineering students course in Fall 2019 and modified to its current state (SeeAppendix A.) in Spring 2021. The accompanying worksheet (See Appendix B.) is used by studentsto collect data and submit for grading. The activity is
and presentation. Next, the authors established major blocks of content to support the five course objectives.Within each block, lesson objectives were matched to the appropriate subject matter andsubsequent learning activities that appeal to varied learning styles.Block 1: Introduction & EnvironmentalTable 7: CE300X Block 1 Lesson ObjectivesLesson 1: Introduction to Infrastructure & Sustainable Development 1.A Define infrastructure. 1.B Define sustainable development. 1.C Explain the "triple bottom line" as it relates to sustainability. Discuss ASCE Policy Statement 418 and the Priciples of Sustainable Development (https://www.asce.org/communities/institutes-and-technical- 1.D groups/sustainability/asce
USAFA civil engineering program,and the approach could be a useful benchmark for other engineering programs.References:ABET. (2021, January 22). Criteria for Accrediting Engineering Programs, 2019 – 2020. https://www.abet.org/accreditation/accreditation-criteria/criteria-for-accrediting-engineering-programs- 2019-2020/.Abrica, E. J., Lane, T. B., Zobac, S., & Collins, E. (2022). Sense of belonging and community building within a STEM intervention program: A focus on Latino male undergraduates’ experiences. Journal of Hispanic Higher Education, 21(2), 228-242.Akili, W. (2007, June), A Practitioner ? Faculty Collaboration In Teaching Civil Engineering Design Paper presented at 2007 Annual
’ class and course taking status. The next six questions were asked to understand thestudents’ perceptions and attitudes about the independent study/undergraduate research theyundertook during their undergraduate years. The last two questions were open-ended and askedto see what kind of transferable skills they gained, how the study will help them in their careerplans, and finally any comments/suggestions they might have. The independent study here reallymeans undergraduate research study as the participants involved in the survey wereundergraduate research students. Q.1. What was your student status (Junor or Senior) when you first took the independent study as undergraduate research (CE 4400)? a. Junior b
Teaching Module to Improve Student Understanding of Stakeholder Engagement Processes Within Engineering Systems Design. 57–67. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-32933-8_6Friedman, B., & Hendry, D. G. (2019). Value Sensitive Design: Shaping Technology with Moral Imagination. MIT Press. https://books.google.com/books?hl=en&lr=&id=8ZiWDwAAQBAJ&oi=fnd&pg=PR13&d q=value+sensitive+design+moral+imagination&ots=vchlHBMvLP&sig=FHupw7lAlTzwR _2hSj601EwARU8#v=onepage&q=value sensitive design moral imagination&f=falseFriedman, B., & Hendry, D. G. (2012). The Envisioning Cards: A Toolkit for Catalyzing Humanistic and Technical Imaginations. SIGCHI Conference on Human Factors in Computing
review of background information gathering. Data sources mayinclude previous site investigations, local experience, and/or an exploration of geologic and soilmaps like those provided by the NRCS Web Soil Survey. An example of a NRCS Web SoilSurvey is shown in Figure 2.a. (a) (b)Figure 2. Background research example: a) from NRCS Web Soil Survey and b) on the model.The students perform a background review of their site, by observing the layers of soil visiblethrough the sides of the container. For a senior-level course, each color of PlayDoh may be givenan analogous soil type to create meaningful connections to the real site they are investigating.Students are asked to describe what
has not been rolled out to the students yet and is planned to beoffered starting in Fall 2023, resulting in zero activity competition for the badge. Whencomparing the grouping of activity completion rates by the graduation date, we find that theengagement across sophomore, junior, and senior students is approximately the same. Cumulative recruitment rate with time a) 160 b) 140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 Sep-21 Oct-21 Nov-21
Academy, Department of the Army,DoD, or U.S. Government. Reference to any commercial product, process, or service by tradename, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise neither constitutes nor implies endorsement,recommendation, or favor.References[1] B. Esmaeili, P. J. Parker, S. D. Hart and B. K. Mayer, "Inclusion of an Introduction to Infrastructure Course in a Civil and Environmental Engineering Curriculum," Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice, vol. 143, no. 2, 2017.[2] D. P. Billington, "Engineering in the Modern World: A Freshman Course in Engineering," in Frontiers in Engineering Conference, 1993.[3] S. D. Hart, J. L. Klosky, J. P. Hanus, K. F. Meyer and J. A. Toth, "An Introduction to
studentshave become quite expert in accumulating the points needed for the grade they desire at theexpense of their learning and development as engineers. We observed students who desire a B,only doing the exact amount of work needed for the B and no more. Tragically leaving criticallearning “on the table.” Students who desired only a C, knowing that if only 70% of mastery isrequired for their goal, they would put forth only that effort. Obviously, this is not a summary orjudgement of all students. These were observations that spurred our investigation into alternativegrading philosophies that could ameliorate these conditions while providing the gains inengineering formation we desired in our students. In examination of grading philosophies such
respect, dignity, and fairness in a manner thatfosters equitable participation without regard to personal identity". It also addresses ethicalresponsibilities in several areas of the profession, namely: society, natural and built environment,profession, clients and employers, and finally peers. JEDI principles apply to several of theseresponsibilities, particularly under the responsibilities to “Society”: ● part (a), “first and foremost, protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public” - The word public encompasses everyone, not just the people in power, or the individuals who directly benefit from the development of a civil engineering project. ● part (b), “enhance the quality of life for humanity” - once again the word
grading criteria in American college and university courses," Assessment in Education: Principles, Policy & Practice, vol. 27, no. 5, pp. 480-500, 2020.[3] J. D. Allen, "Grades as Valid Measures of Academic Achievement of Classroom Learning," The Clearing House: A Journal of Educational Strategies, Issues and Ideas, vol. 78, no. 5, pp. 218-223, 2005.[4] W. B. Walstad and L. A. Miller, "What’s in a grade? Grading policies and practices in principles of economics," The Journal of Economic Education, vol. 47, no. 4, pp. 338-350, 2016.[5] B. E. Walvoord and V. J. Anderson, Effective Grading: A Tool for Learning and Assessment, 1st ed., San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass, 1998.[6] A. Kitsantas and B. J. Zimmerman, "College students