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Catherine Molloseau, Grand Valley State University

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century whenthe first computers were introduced, and computer science became recognized as a field of studyat the university level.1 At the birth of computer science education and throughout the last seventyyears, there has been continued debate on what should be emphasized in the curriculum, theoryversus application.1,2 Some experts argued that a strong understanding of mathematics in the senseof using symbols, logic and number theory in the development of algorithms was the mostimportant while others such as those in the computer industry believed training a workforce todevelop the hardware and software using engineering principles was key.1 In a study by Hromkovicand Lacher3 that focused on the historical connections of human thinking and

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Suguang Xiao, Clarkson University; Robert J Schneider, Clarkson University; Erik Backus, Clarkson University

, eliminating the meaning of an expert on the topic. Historically,education methods tend to evaluate grades as ordinary targets rather than using the grading system as themeasurement tool of the students' learning. When implemented correctly, self-directed learning withinprojects puts challenging learning first rather than the binary pass or fail credits [1]. All the while,professors need to set the level of expectation on the topic and let students pace themselves. If the studentcan spark their own passion rather than a professor force-feeding material, more questions may be askedleading towards further understanding. After all, the professor is the expert on the material; therefore,SDL can only add responsibility towards learning for everyone

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Shasha Yang, Clarkson University

conventional water treatment techniques to mitigate cHABs events thatoccur massively and irregularly. The application of technologies for HABs mitigation is limiteddue to the following reasons: 1) Scalable and efficient technology is critical. Increasing thetreatment capacity up to lake scale while keeping low capital cost and energy consumptionrequires more research in field application; 2) Potential technologies need to act as emergentresponse to the cHABs. Due to the environmental factors mentioned above, the periodic bloomscan rapidly occur and then disappear when the local conditions do not favor their growth. So, atreatment process with high removal efficiency is needed to react to the cHABs during monthsperiod; 3) Ecological affects are another

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Farzana Rahman, Syracuse University; Elodie V. Billionniere, Miami Dade College; Sinchana Sulugodu Shashidhara, Syracuse University

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Sinchana Sulugodu Shashidhara Dept of EECS Syracuse University Syracuse, NY USA ssshashi@syr.eduAbstractThe disparity of women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) discipline have beena persistent problem in the United States of America. Research suggests that women who join STEMdiscipline leave very frequently to care for their families, financial setbacks, personal obligations, and callto active-duty program. Returning women, very rarely choose to pursue STEM education or cannot enterthe STEM workforce because - 1) these fields are constantly

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Celia A. Evans PhD, Cornell University; Ryan Sauvé, Cornell University; Lisa Schneider-Bentley, Cornell University; Jena Michele Rozanski, Cornell University

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Observations, reflection, and goal setting, support development of evidence- supported pedagogy in engineering peer educators Celia Evans1, Lisa Schneider-Bentley1, Jena Rozanski2, Jordan Johnson2, and Ryan Sauve1 1 Engineering Learning Initiatives, Cornell University, 2College of Engineering Cornell UniversityAbstractIn higher education, the role of undergraduate educators is growing. Teaching teams in large coursesoften have a mix of graduate and undergraduate teaching assistants (TAs). We employ and trainundergraduate ‘Academic Excellence Workshop (AEW) Facilitators’ who, in pairs, lead weeklycollaborative learning sessions that parallel challenging core courses. In training sessions, we introduceand

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Michael E. Kuhl, Rochester Institute of Technology (COE)

activity involves utilizingsimulation to design a full-scale production system given an assembly system prototype. Inaddition to the traditional technical engineering objectives, the project engages the key elementsof the entrepreneurial mindset including curiosity, connections, and creating value. Both theproject outcomes and results of a student survey support the benefits of this approach.1. IntroductionThe concept of the entrepreneurial mindset is described by Bosman and Fernhaber [1] as “theinclination to discover, evaluate, and exploit opportunities.” All engineers need to have technicalengineering skills to perform their daily jobs, however, those engineers that are highly successfullook beyond the calculations, part specifications, process

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Syed Ali Kamal, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York; Matilde Luz Sanchez-Pena, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York

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media representations of Black women on their STEM identity development.Specifically, we answer the following research questions: 1) How does the proportion of Blackwomen compare to that of other racial groups in STEM roles in popular science fiction films and2) How are Black female characters represented in STEM and non-STEM roles in popular sciencefiction films? This study found that Black women are scarcely represented in Both STEM and no-STEM roles in the science fiction films. Moreover, in the sample of films analyzed for this study,Black women have not been cast in a lead or co-lead role in any film. The findings highlight theneed for greater non-stereotypical representation of Black women in popular films to provide rolemodels for young

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Jan DeWaters P.E., Clarkson University; Kathleen Kavanagh, Clarkson University; Seema Rivera

, as shown in Table 1. Table 1. Post-Program Student Responses, NYSED Program Question Response YES SORT OF NO Before this activity, did you know what anaerobic digestion was? 3 12 11 After the activity, do you feel confident telling someone what 12 13 1 anaerobic digestion is? Are you seeing connections between the ideas today and things you 14 7 4 learning in the classroom?Approximately 30 students who participated in the multi-lesson after-school programs wereadministered a brief pre-post survey

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Garrett Stoyell, Clarkson University; Masudul Imtiaz; Siddesh Sood; Thomas B Griebel, Clarkson University; Anthony Seybolt, Clarkson University

1 Implementation of a Mind-Controlled Wheelchair Garrett Stoyell, Anthony Seybolt, Thomas Griebel, Siddesh Sood, Md Abdul Baset Sarker, Abul Khondker, Masudul Imtiaz Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Clarkson University Potsdam, NY stoyelgm@clarkson.edu Abstract—The application of a brain-computer interface to of this project was to serve

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Matilde Luz Sanchez-Pena, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York; Kelly Tenzek

The portrayal of faculty wellbeing in popular media: a comparison of STEM vs non-STEM facultyFaculty are key players in the success of colleges and universities, performing the teaching, research,and service necessary to keep programs thriving. However, it is often challenging to balance theirmultiple commitments, resulting in lower motivation [1]. Such challenges are heightened for facultyfrom different marginalized groups [2]. The perceived challenges of faculty work, including those of poorwork-life balance, have been identified as a deterrent to new generations of graduate students topursue faculty careers [3]. In a large survey of graduate students at the University of California System, itwas identified that students’ career goals

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Shivaun D Archer, Cornell University

happens to micro-vessels when blocked and how thesurrounding vessels compensate and redirect flow. The use of a PDMS chip allows forreproducible and easily visualized results without the need for an animal model. Students learnmicrofluidics, image acquisition and analysis, microfabrication, and MATLAB® simulations aswell as gain an appreciation of the fluid dynamics of microvascular blood flow in health anddisease.IntroductionMicrofluidic devices have been applied to many areas of cutting-edge research, they allow forhigh throughput while using minimal supplies, more control over the environment, potential forautomation, and ability to test different parameters easily [1]. Students typically learn fluiddynamics through lectures based in theory

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Bryan Dwyer, Clarkson University ; Stefan J. Grimberg, Clarkson University

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Lisa Cole, Lassonde School of Engineering, York University; Michelle Tsui-Woods, k2i academy, Lassonde School of Engineering, York University; Vanessa Ironside, k2i academy, Lassonde School of Engineering, York University

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: K-12 Education, STEM Outreach, STEM Education, Engineering Education,Equity Diversity and Inclusion, K-12 OutreachIntroductionThe k2i academy at the Lassonde School of Engineering - York University works with K-12education sector partners to design and implement programs that address systemic barriersto opportunities in STEM. In 2019, the Ontario Network of Women in Engineering reportedthat 24.4% of undergraduate engineering students were women. (ONWiE, 2019) In 2016,Engineers Canada reported that only 1% of undergraduate engineering students enrolled inaccredited engineering programs identified as Indigenous peoples. (Engineers Canada,2016) In this paper, we will share our experience in designing a program that addressessome of the

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Juan Pablo S. Sola, Clarkson University; Ernesto Sola-Thomas, Clarkson University; Masudul Imtiaz

the motion and functions that a Prosthetics can be classified into two types: Fully actuatednatural hand can perform, like grasping various objects, and under-actuated. A fully actuated prosthetic is usuallytactile feeling, recognition, and manipulating different equipped with actuators corresponding and replicating theshaped objects. This design was performed by a movement of a natural hand with 27 degrees of freedom: 4 inMechanical Engineering Freshman in his very first each finger, 3 for extension and flexion, and 1 for abductionsemester in college after completing a rigorous literature and adduction. [2] [3] The main disadvantage of fullyreview. The design experience

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Kai Hua Zhuang, Brave49; Mojgan A Jadidi P.Eng., York University; Dimpho Radebe, University of Toronto; Evan Hu, Brave49

Visual Verbal Integrated (VIVID) Comics - A pedagogy for teachingtransferable and humanistic skills in EngineeringKai Zhuang1,2, Dimpho Radebe3, Mojgan Jadidi 1, and Evan Hu21: Lassonde School of Engineering, York University, Canada2: Brave49, Canada3: University of Toronto, Canada0: AbstractTransferable, humanistic, and future-ready skills, such as emotional intelligence and ethicalleadership, are essential for students’ success, thriving, and contribution, particularly intechnical fields such as engineering. However, many engineering students, beingtechnically-focused, find these topics difficult to engage with and may lose interest andmotivation along the way.We have been developing and piloting a novel pedagogy, called Visual Verbal

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Esther Jose, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York; Matilde Luz Sanchez-Pena, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York

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face to succeed in engineering have been extensively documented[1]. Experiences with the “chilly climate” have shown to deter women from persisting inengineering and other STEM degrees [2]. Although women faculty in engineering haveovercome such challenges throughout their academic career, they continue to face challengesrelated to gender disparities in academic environments [3]. On the other hand, their condition asminorities in male dominated areas can be evaluated as an advantage given the presence ofstrategies for their advancement, such as affirmative action [4]. In this literature review, we payattention to some of the challenges these accomplished women faculty face throughout thepipeline: from graduation to hiring as well as in

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Peter N. Knox, State University of New York at Binghamton; Sawsan Werfelli, Binghamton University; Amber Simpson, State University of New York at Binghamton

the field of engineering.IntroductionCalls for enhancing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) pathways andexperiences have proliferated over the past two decades [1] – [3]. As careers and global jobmarkets continue to evolve and expand, so too does the need for more diverse perspectives andqualified individuals to engage in both new and existing engineering and technological roles [4].This need has led to an enhanced research effort in STEM engagement during younger years(e.g., elementary and middle school) to better understand how children’s early experiences withSTEM may influence their interest in various disciplines and educational or career pathways [5].This effort has been challenging, particularly for the field of

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Xiyuan Liu, Syracuse University

interactive learning and practical hands-onexperience. Recently, integration of flipped classrooms and gamification is designed and practiced inmany different engineering courses, which has been demonstrated with a significant increase in learninginterest, attitude, and student-instructor interaction[1]–[4]. The framework of such integration forperson-centered education in engineering courses could potentially enable students to acquire self-reflective competencies and self-motivated problem solving. For example, Kahoot!, a flexible andsimple tool that works on any devices, is being used widely at different levels of education system tocreate, play, and share games in the form of quizzes and homework[5]. Furthermore, new game features,like the Jumble

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Felicity Bilow, Clarkson University; Jan DeWaters P.E., Clarkson University

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problems facing the world. Undergraduate engineeringstudents enrolled in two sophomore-level engineering courses at Clarkson University (CU), onetechnical course (n = 19) and one sociotechnical course (n = 15), completed a pilot survey duringthe fall 2021 semester. Student responses to a set of open-ended questions at the end of thesurvey were explored to find differences between the two courses, as well as gender-relateddifferences within and between each course, across three categories, to understand how thecourse had affected students’: (1) sense of belonging in engineering; (2) views of the relationshipbetween engineering and social justice; and (3) views of the relationship between engineeringsocial responsibility. Their responses revealed

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Doga Yucalan, Cornell University; Celia A. Evans PhD, Cornell University; Lisa Schneider-Bentley, Cornell University

student-centered techniques into their lectures is common in faculty, the additional timecommitment is a typical barrier. This work describes a pilot program called the “Interactive LearningCollaborative” that supports trained teaching assistants (TAs) in designing and implementing interactiveactivities and retrospective post-assessments in lectures, in partnership with faculty. The objectives of thepilot were to 1) provide engineering TAs opportunities to practice activity design and implementation, 2)improve students’ comprehension of the material through peer interaction and reflection in lectures, andin doing so, 3) demonstrate to faculty these pedagogies and their positive impact on student perception.In the fall of 2021, TAs met with a

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2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference

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Dax Amburgy, Ohio Northern University College of Engineering; John K. Estell, Ohio Northern University

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buildings and public locations can be challenging. Commonexamples are restroom signs, room numbers, and memorial signs. For students on universitycampuses, these signs can be very common. There are two current methods of helping membersof society with such impairments. The first method is using audio. Stations are set up withbuttons that people can press to hear an audio recording of the message that needs to betransmitted. The other method is a written code of 2x3 matrix raised dot characters that the usercan feel by running their finger over. This code, shown in figure 1, is known as braille. Figure 1: An example of the braille alphabetWhile braille books and permanent signs fill the need of identifying unchanging

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Aiden James Landis, University of Pittsburgh; Robert J Kerestes, University of Pittsburgh; David V.P. Sanchez, University of Pittsburgh; Tony Lee Kerzmann, University of Pittsburgh

bynature18, thus these types of projects rely on the skills of students from many backgrounds anddisciplines to complete. Figure 1. Graph plotting the enrollment in sustainability capstone since 2016Selection of Industry PartnersSelection of industry partners is an important process in setting up the students up for successand avoiding common pitfalls that can affect projects with external stakeholders. Companieswho wish to be a part of the capstone course meet with an instructor of the course to present theirideas for a project and discuss how it fits in with the overall goals of the course and goals for the Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference Copyright © 2024, American

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Morgan Elaine Bartley, West Virginia University; Andrew C. Nix, West Virginia University; Brian D. Woerner, West Virginia University

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solutions, positioning teams for success in fostering a diverse andinclusive design team culture within the field of sustainable mobility.IntroductionThe EcoCAR Electric Vehicle Challenge (EVC) is a competition between 13 North Americanuniversity teams, sponsored by the US Department of Energy through Argonne NationalLaboratories. The challenge focuses on re-designing the drive train and adding autonomousdriving functionality to the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq, as serves as a basis for capstone design projectsat participating universities [1]. At WVU, approximately 70 students per year in the majors ofMechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and Computer Sciencefulfill their capstone design requirements through the EcoCAR

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Mohammed Ferdjallah, Marshall University; Asad Salem; Yousef Sardahi, Marshall University

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, Yousef Sardahi2, and Asad Salem2 1 Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering 2 Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Marshall University Huntington, WV 25705 ferdjallah@marshall.edu, sardahi@marshall.edu, asad.salem@marshall.edu AbstractThe proposed curriculum on wind and solar energy offers an educational opportunity to bothundergraduate and graduate students, allowing them to acquire essential skills in renewable energyand engineering design. The primary objective of this curriculum is to expose and

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Marina Almeida, Eastern Michigan University; Qin Hu, Eastern Michigan University

signal classifications, particularly emphasizing evoked signals associatedwith external stimuli.1. IntroductionDistractions are undoubtedly a damper to the efficiency and safety of simple tasks such as driving,learning, or working. Driver distractions are considered one of the leading causes of vehiclecrashes globally. It can be caused by cognitive distractions, where the driver's attention is not ondriving; manual distractions, where the driver's hands are off the wheel for other activities; and Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference Copyright © 2024, American Society for Engineering Educationvisual distractions, where the driver is not watching the road 1. According to studies, using

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Hunter Dawson Yaple, Gannon University; Ramakrishnan Sundaram, Gannon University; Charles julius Maier, Gannon University

scales and with distinct spatial topologies. Itseffectiveness to deliver STEM components across K-12 and advanced degree programs issummarized. Although platforms based on wireless sensors such as the TelosB modules have beendesigned, these cannot be easily integrated with the virtual environment for modeling andsimulation studies. The platform is cost effective (approximately $200 for a 10x10 grid) and theCupCarbon software is accessible as a free download.Section 1: IntroductionRapid technological advances are constantly impacting the engineering landscape. Consequently,educational institutions must restructure the content and delivery of engineering courses to preparethe student for the vagaries of the work environment. Project-based

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Prakash NA Ranganathan, University of North Dakota; Jamison Jangula, University of North Dakota; Utku Kose, University of North Dakota; Neena Goveas, University of North Dakota; Shree Ram Abayankar Balaji, University of North Dakota

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Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference 1 Copyright © 2024, American Society for Engineering Educationprograms and the host institutions [1-3]. Lately, many engineering programs are continuously fora well-rounded “inter-disciplinary” program. Due to this inclusion, the concept of a “departmentoffering an inter-disciplinary program” has become challenging due to constraints on balancingteaching core cyber vs. non-cyber courses (psychology, sociology, law), resources, courseofferings, availability of faculty. In programs such as engineering or CS, digital transformationforce planners and policy makers to update and adapt existing programs to attract learnersaccording to rapidly changing demands

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Christopher Joseph Gioia; Louis Edward Christensen, The Ohio State University

learningDBEL – Design-based engineering learningCAD – Computer-aided design 1 Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference Copyright © 2024, American Society for Engineering EducationIntroductionImproving the quality of education is motivation for many who pursue careers in academia, andtwo common topics that appear are active learning and student self-efficacy. Active learning putsstudents in a position where they are discovering knowledge on their own rather than passivelyreceiving information from an educator. Knowledge transfer through active learning strategieswhether it be design-based

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John William Lynch, University of Cincinnati; Sheryl A. Sorby, University of Cincinnati; Betsy M. Aller, Western Michigan University; Teri J Murphy, University of Cincinnati

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graduate from their engineering program with the ability tocommunicate effectively with a range of audiences.1 These audiences can range from academicpersonnel, industrial leaders, teams on jobsites, and discussions with non-engineeringstakeholders. When reviewing the literature on the communication abilities of engineers, whilethere appears to be a consensus that the skills are important, the exact skills that must be focusedon seem to be varied. Particular research has focused on communication as a holistic component,where presentations, writing, and oral communication are covered by the umbrella term ofcommunication. Others focus purely on writing ability or oral communication skills. Thefollowing sections provide a brief overview of some

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Mary M McCall M.A., University of Detroit Mercy; Nassif E Rayess, University of Detroit Mercy

minded learning to the University as part of the KEEN Network and Engineering Unleashed. He is also ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024Developing Teamwork Skills Across the Mechanical EngineeringCurriculumMary M. McCall, M.A.Department of Mechanical EngineeringUniversity of Detroit MercyDetroit, MI 48221Email: mccallmm@udmercy.eduNassif E. Rayess, Ph.D.Department of Mechanical EngineeringUniversity of Detroit MercyDetroit, MI 48221Email: rayessna@udmercy.edu Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference 1 Copyright © 2024, American Society for Engineering Education Developing Teamwork Skills Across the Mechanical Engineering