Conference Session

Assessment of Engineering Leadership Skills

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William J. Davis P.E., The Citadel; Dimitra Michalaka P.E., The Citadel

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Diversity

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Engineering Leadership Development Division

graduation.Attainment of proficiency for each outcome is measured using embedded indicators based onmapping to the six levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy 11,12. Table 1 summarizes the 22 CEE Page 26.1465.3Table 1 Summary of Citadel Civil Engineering CEE Department Program Outcomes Dept. Program Outcome Dept. Program Outcome with Professional Skills Linkage 1. Mathematics 2. Science 3. Solid & Fluid Mechanics 4. Experiments 5. Problems Solving a.) Techniques b.) Tools Design 6. a.) Environmental 7. b.) Structural 8. c.) Land Development 9. d.) Transportation 10. Contemporary Issues 11. Project Management

Conference Session

Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) Topics in Construction Education

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yong-Woo Kim, University of Washington; Wonil Lee, University of Washington, Department of Construction Management; Ryan J. Eom, Legend High School

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Construction

shown in Figure 1, the system allows field users (e.g. frontline managers) to retrieve dailytasks with associated drawing information from existing databases. Figure 1. Conceptual Diagram of the NFC-AR System The system also uses an AR technology where users obtain graphic and textualinformation using markers attached to the object (e.g., pipes or walls). As for the reading marker,the team uses NFC technology, whereas other marker reading technology requires additionalreading devices (e.g., RFID reader), the NFC reader is usually embedded in smart phones, whichmeans that there are no additional costs for the reading devices. When a marker on site isscanned, a 3-D model is displayed on a smart phone or tablet PC

Conference Session

Examining Social Ties and Networks

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jonathan C. Hilpert, Georgia Southern University; Rebecca Holliday, Georgia Southern University

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Educational Research and Methods

degrees di = deg(vi ). De-fine the degree sequence of G to be the non-increasing sequence {di1 , · · · , din }. For example, Figure 1 shows a graph whose degrees sequence is [2,2,2,1,1]. Thegraph contains 5 vertices. The number of edges, |E|, can be calculated, deg(vi ) = 2|E|.In the above sequence, there are 2+2+2+1+1 2 = 82 = 4 edges. Graphs of this nature canbe used to represent a range of social and natural phenomena including the worldwide web, food chains, and the famous ”small world” problem (see Strogatz, 2001 fora review). Here, we use them to represent classrooms. Figure 1: Graph with degree

Conference Session

Data Analysis and Assessment

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cinda Heeren, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Wade Fagen-Ulmschneider, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

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Computers in Education

lab hours attended by instructional staff. Students visit theopen lab to work on computer-based assignments, and staff address questions as they arise,thereby providing just-in-time instruction and removing barriers to student progress. We havedeveloped an online queuing system that we use to schedule student assistance in many of ourcore computing courses. While electronic queuing systems have been used in computing labs fordecades, our web tool is instrumented to record a complete historical log of interaction timesbetween students and staff. The analysis presented in this paper is our first attempt to understandwho uses the open labs, and when, and what benefit they receive by doing so.1. Introduction: Dramatically increasing

Conference Session

First-year Programs Division Technical Session 3: Diversity and Multicultural Influences in the First Year

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jennifer Maritza Paz, The University of Texas at Austin, Cockrell School of Engineering; Margo Cousins, University of Texas, Austin; Cindy D. Wilson, University of Texas, Austin; Mia K. Markey, The University of Texas at Austin

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Diversity

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First-Year Programs

about allowing time in three classperiods in the semester, at the discretion of the facilitators. Each date was dedicated to the VAIwriting exercise, the DEI student panel, or the post-intervention survey. Figure 1 shows theoverall process to deliver the interventions and survey in the 22 FIGs that participated. The firstclass period (50 minutes) allotted 10 minutes for the study to be introduced and to seek consentaccording to Institutional Review Board requirements for accessing grades and GPA in thefuture, followed by 20 minutes for the VAI writing exercise. The VAI has been found to be mosteffective when given before a challenging academic task. While this was something that ourstudy tried to pursue whenever possible, it was difficult to

Conference Session

Materials Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Claes Fredriksson, Granta Design, Ltd.; Hannah Melia, Granta Design, Ltd.; Justinas Cesonis, University of Cambridge

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Materials

several of the core themes mentioned inthe list above, to facilitate assignments, projects or self-directed studies in Materials Science andEngineering. A standard materials selection software package was used as a starting point, sinceit offered comprehensive material property databases and the possibility to add tailor-made datarecords and entire data tables. Furthermore, links between, e.g., heat treatments, phase diagramsand micrographs can be set up.In this paper, we report on an initial review of data compilations and tools, the results of a surveyand focus groups responding to an explorative version of a database. We aim to share ourfindings over the materials community hoping to get feed-back and inspire educational ideas.1. Introduction

Conference Session

Engineering Management Division Technical Session 5

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Browder, Bristol Tennessee Essential Services; Andrew J. Czuchry, East Tennessee State University; April Eads

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Engineering Management

results. For Page 26.297.2example, the joint approach resulted in financial breakeven nine years ahead of theentrepreneurial engineering startup approach. Bristol has become a Broadband Community witheach customer having access to 1 gigabit per second of bandwidth capability; and the BaldrigeBased Approach has expedited efforts to provide a highly reliable, effective and efficient smartgrid power system. The lessons learned from BTES’s continuing journey are translated intocoaching points in this article. To the extent others choosing to implement the conceptualframework offered in this article find these coaching points helpful, a significant

Conference Session

Biomedical Division Poster Session

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William H. Guilford, University of Virginia; Anna S. Blazier, University of Virginia; Alyssa B. Becker, University of Virginia

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Biomedical

Molecular Biophysics at the University of Vermont under David Warshaw. His research interests include novel assessments of educational efficacy, the molecular basis of cell movement, and the mitigation of infectious diseases.Miss Anna S. Blazier, University of VirginiaAlyssa B. Becker, University of Virginia c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 Work in Progress: The Effect of Immersive Design-Build Experiences on Knowledge of the Engineering Design ProcessKnowledge of the engineering design process is integral to all engineering fields. Explicitdidactic approaches exist for instilling students with this knowledge (see an excellent review byDym, et al. 1), and project-based

Conference Session

Fostering Transformational Change in Civil Engineering

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William J. Davis P.E., The Citadel; Simon Thomas Ghanat P.E., The Citadel; Kevin C Bower P.E., The Citadel

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Civil Engineering

, assignments, reports and projectscommonly used by instructors to assess student learning. Prior to teaching a Civil Engineeringcourse, faculty pre-identifies specific Embedded Indicator tools for use in measuring each goalcontained in the course syllabus. Table 1 outlines acceptable tools faculty can use to measureappropriate levels of cognitive performance. Throughout the semester, students are assessedusing pre-designated tools. If average student performance for an Embedded Indicator tool ismeasured as 75% or higher, it is concluded that students have collectively achieved appropriatelearning requirements and met departmental standards. Example work from three students(good, average, poor) for each tool is included with an Embedded Indicator

Conference Session

Women in Engineering Division Technical Session - Understanding and Improving Female Faculty Experiences in STEM

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yang Lydia Yang, Ph.D., Kansas State University; Doris Wright Carroll Ph.D., Kansas State University

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ASEE Diversity Committee, Diversity, Engineering Deans Council

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Women in Engineering

included three aspects/factors of gendered microaggressions: (1) SexualObjectification, (2) Silenced and Marginalized, and (3) Assumptions of Inferiority. Participantswere asked to identify their position title, position track, age, and ethnicity.The scores on three aspects/factors of gendered microaggressions were calculated by averagingacross items that loaded on each factor with the range of 1~7, with higher scores indicatinghigher frequency of the experience being asked. On Sexual Objectification, 25% of theparticipants who responded agreed they either experienced stereotypes of women or wereobjectified on their physical appearance. On Silenced and Marginalized, 40% of those whoresponded agreed they were either ignored in a professional

Conference Session

Assessment of Learning in BME

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Casey Jane Ankeny, Arizona State University; Stephen J Krause, Arizona State University

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Biomedical

by Carberry,et al. was used to assess student attitude about utility, interest, and “cost” of this studentengagement strategy in the following required courses: biomaterials (BM), statistics (ST), andtransport phenomena (TP). Briefly, transport phenomena is a three-credit, flipped course forjuniors. Biomaterials is a traditionally-taught, four-credit course also at the junior level. Aftereach lecture, students submitted both unclear and most interesting concepts through Blackboard.Following feedback, the instructor analyzed the results and created feedback using a differentstrategy than previously employed. At the midpoint and end of the semester, studentsparticipated in the Student Value Survey. Responses were on a Likert scale where 1 is

Conference Session

Make It!

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mark G. Diller, University of Dayton; Scott I. Segalewitz, University of Dayton

Tagged Divisions

Manufacturing

technical communication. He served for 2-1/2 years as Director of Industrial and Technical Relations for the University of Dayton China Institute in Suzhou, China where he established corporate partnerships and training programs for US companies in the Suzhou Industrial Park, and developed opportunities for UD students to gain inter- national and technical experience in China. He served for twelve years as Chair of the UD Department of Engineering of Engineering Technology, where he was responsible for leadership of five baccalaureate en- gineering technology programs, and approximately 300 full and part-time students. Prior to this position, he spent fourteen years as Program Chair of Biomedical Engineering Technology

Conference Session

Computing & Information Technology Division Technical Session

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Candido Cabo, New York City College of Technology; Reneta Davina Lansiquot, New York City College of Technology

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Computing & Information Technology

selection structures,modestly beneficial in assessments using repetition structures, and of no benefit in assessmentsusing just sequence. Despite the learning benefit, a majority of students and instructors wereresistant to using case-studies in this course and thought that reading stories does not belong in aproblem-solving/computer programming course. Therefore, novel approaches to engage studentsand instructors in interdisciplinary thinking and practice are necessary.1. Student Stories as Contexts for Problem-Solving and Computer Programming CoursesThe PS course is required for all Computer Systems first-year majors, but it is also taken bystudents with other majors. In the first part of the PS course, students learn basic proceduralprogramming

Collection

2013 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

Authors

Andy S. Zhang; Ali Harb; Iem Heng; Farrukh Zia; Alex Wong

communicatewith each other effectively. Undergraduate research activities included the design and integrationof effective mechanical systems and electronic systems; building; testing; and programmingphysical mechatronic products made by each design team.Keywords: Embedded system, mechatronics technology, undergraduate research projects.1. IntroductionEmbedded systems have become very popular in recent years in product designarena due to the dramatic reduction in prices of microprocessors andmicrocontrollers. An embedded system is a stand-alone specialize computingdevice or system designed to perform limited computing functions reliably,securely and cheaply [1]. Robot controller is one of the examples of an embeddedsystem in which the controller perform

Conference Session

GSD 8: Industry and Professional Skills

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jen (Jennifer) Herman, The Ohio State University; Leah Wahlin, The Ohio State University; Deborah Kuzawa, The Ohio State University

Tagged Divisions

Graduate Studies Division (GSD)

. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Developing research communication competencies for engineering education graduate students through a co-curricular community of practiceAbstractEngineers and engineering educators must communicate effectively across a range of genres,situations, and professional contexts, including industry, policy- and decision-making, andacademic settings. Developing these abilities means producing the “disciplinary conventions ofwriting in one’s field” [1], which are taught across contexts in a variety of ways [2]; [3]; [4]; [5].Although studies demonstrate that engineering communication instruction is valued, thesestudies focus on training students to communicate in

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session II

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joseph Francis Mirabelli, University of Michigan; Jeanne Sanders, University of Michigan; Paul Jensen, University of Michigan; Karin Jensen, University of Michigan

Tagged Topics

Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

decisions to useAI tools in their classrooms. This project asks the overall research question: How do K-12teachers perceive AI tools and their impact on the workforce? To answer this question, our one-year project leveraged a national survey of K-12 educators’ perceptions of AI using an ecologicalagency framework.Theoretical FramingEcological AgencyThe guiding framework of our project is the ecological agency framework developed by Biesta etal. [1]. In the framework, agency is conceptualized as an individual’s ability to act purposefullyand feel in control of actions and the outcomes of those actions [1]. In this project, weconceptualize K-12 teachers as agents of change for the adoption of AI tools, who may feel moreor less of a sense of agency

Conference Session

Honoring the Legacy of Lisa Bullard: A View of the Present and Future

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Leah Granger, North Carolina State University; Lisa G. Bullard P.E., North Carolina State University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Chemical Engineering Division (ChED)

single visit to a classroom, while others may include a virtual or on-campus experience of a day, a week, or multiple weeks. In particular, engineering andtechnology summer camps have been shown to improve the confidence, value, and futureintentions of both male and female participants [1]. Informal learning environments like those ofcamps can increase student engagement in STEM topics [2], and hands-on design experienceshave been shown to build confidence and interest in engineering [3]. While there are a greaternumber of science-related summer camps, the number of chemical engineering-specific camps isless prevalent. There are examples of chemical engineering departments that have offered bothin-person and virtual summer high school camps in

Conference Session

Poster Session-Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Christopher Horne, North Carolina A&T State University (CoE)

Tagged Topics

Diversity

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

, leadingto poor performance [1], [2]. Misunderstandings of foundational concepts such as Kirchhoff's Laws,Ohm's Law, and voltage often persist despite prior coursework in physics or math [3].The Circuit Teaching with Real-World Analogies (CTRWA) framework was developed to addressthese issues [4]. CTRWA systematically applies analogies to help students relate circuit conceptsto familiar real-world systems, such as comparing voltage to water pressure or using a running trackanalogy for Kirchhoff’s Voltage Law (KVL). This paper evaluates the preliminary effectiveness ofCTRWA in improving understanding, addressing misconceptions, and building student confidence.MethodologyThe inventory of Circuit Teaching with Real-World Analogies (CTRWA) was developed

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session I

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mary Benjamin, Michigan Technological University; Michelle E Jarvie-Eggart P.E., Michigan Technological University; Leo C. Ureel II, Michigan Technological University; Jon Sticklen, Michigan Technological University

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

to programming.Two validated scales were used to assess changes in both computer programming andengineering self-efficacy: ​1.​Computer Programming Self-Efficacy Scale (CPSES): Measures programming confidence across constructs such as independence, persistence, and complex task handling [9]. ​2.​Longitudinal Assessment of Engineering Self-Efficacy (LAESE):Assesses confidence in engineering-related tasks, career expectations, and sense of belonging [10].The instruments were administered as pre- and post-surveys to capture baseline andpost-intervention self-efficacy data. The CPSES and LAESE surveys both used a 7-point Likertscale ranging from “not confident at all” to “absolutely confident.Preliminary

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session II

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mohammed A. Qazi, Tuskegee University; Jeff Gray, The University of Alabama; Martha Escobar, Oakland University; Kathleen C Haynie; Noelle G. Mongene, Oakland University; Yasmeen Rawajfih, Tuskegee University

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

, called LEGACY, which targeted one of the communities most underrepresented incomputing (Black young women), providing them with physical, academic, and social resourcesto overcome the lack of preparatory privilege, while building awareness of CS and realizing theirpotential for participation in CS and other STEM-related occupations.IntroductionCareers in Computer Science (CS)-related areas represent many of the best-paid jobs in thenation. Yet, Black Americans comprise less than 5% of the workforce at the most popular U.S.software companies, with Black American women occupying less than 1% of those positions [1].LEGACY stands as a groundbreaking program that educates young Black female high schoolstudents in CS in a way that is unique to Alabama

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session II

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joan Remski, University of Michigan - Dearborn

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

and graduation rates in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) arecritical to the innovation economy and to address complex global problems through research anddevelopment. However, on many university campuses nationwide, success rates in attainingSTEM credentials are typically lower than non-STEM fields, with many students leaving beforecompleting their degree. Additional barriers are faced by low income and commuter students,especially those that live at home [1]. While a strong sense of belonging is known to increaseacademic persistence, this sense of connection can be more difficult to achieve on a commutercampus, where students are physically on campus for limited times and their support networks,including family and

Conference Session

Systems Engineering Division (SYS) Technical Session 2

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Garrett Goodman, Miami University; Suman Bhunia, Miami University; Peter Jamieson, Miami University

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Systems Engineering Division (SYS)

students receive the knowledge they require to move from theComputer Science academic setting into the professional setting, which largely utilizes suchGen-AI tools. Thus, this will prepare the next generation of computer scientists to be effectiveAI-augmented professionals.1 IntroductionArtificial Intelligence (AI) introduces challenges to the traditional educational landscape.Educators need to teach students crucial concepts for their field but also need to prepare studentson how to use relevant tools for their future in the workforce. One such tool is the emergence ofLarge Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT-4, Copilot, and Claude, which show a significantleap in AI capabilities. Such technologies require educators to reevaluate teaching

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session I

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Christina Cercone, Manhattan College; Medya Fathi, Manhattan University; Matthew Volovski, Manhattan College; JUNESEOK LEE, Manhattan University; Peter K Sweeney, Manhattan College

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

century, the CE engineering landscape is at the cusp of a majortransformation brought about by the confluence of a number of powerful forces, including (1) anincreasingly more complex and interdependent design and construction environment, (2)challenges in climate, environmental, and socio-economic patterns, (3) innovations in materialsand construction/design methods, and (4) growing computational capacities paired with theaccumulation of large amounts of performance data (with cheaper sensors) coinciding with therevolution of the artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), internet of things (IoT) anddata analytics [1]. We strongly believe that CE engineering education needs a paradigm shift thatis commensurate with these rapid

Conference Session

Biomedical Engineering Division (BED) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sabia Zehra Abidi, Rice University

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED)

, engagement and knowledge retention. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025WIP: Impact of Metacognition Focused Activities on Development of Learning Habits in PhysiologyIntroductionThe ability to monitor and assess one’s own knowledge and skills plays a pivotal role in learning[1]. Several have previously described the beneficial effect of this type of metacognitive toolthrough interventions such as exam wrappers, reflections and self-surveys [1-3]. Unfortunately,bioengineering curricula often do not give students sufficient practice developing these tools. Formany students, it can be easy to fall into the trap of implementing ineffective learning strategiesrepeatedly

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session II

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Claire Duggan, Northeastern University; Richard R Harris, Northeastern University; Jennifer Ocif Love, Northeastern University

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

University of Iowa (1997) and a Doctorate in Education from Northeastern University (2022) where she completed her dissertation about elementary STEAM education before and after COVID-19. She also worked as a professional engineer in the athletic footwear and medical device industries for 10 years before joining the faculty at Northeastern University in 2006. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Engineering PLUS: An NSF Eddie Bernice Johnson INCLUDES AllianceResearch shows that teams with gender and racial diversity are highly effective when innovationand problem-solving are critical goals [1]. Despite a wealth of best practices published over thepast several decades on how to broaden

Conference Session

Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sharmin Jahan Badhan, independent researcher; Rei Samsami, University of New Haven; Goli Nossoni, University of New Haven

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

theprocess of analyzing the polarity of qualitative feedback, categorizing comments as positive,negative, or neutral, Sentiment Analysis can provide a more efficient and scalable way tointerpret and utilize open-ended student responses. This paper explores the application ofSentiment Analysis to course evaluations, specifically using a pre-trained model namedDistilRoBERTa to analyze student comments and derive meaningful insights about teachingeffectiveness and course quality. 1 The goal of this research is to develop a methodology that allows for a quantitativeassessment of the sentiment expressed in qualitative course evaluations, thereby complementingtraditional quantitative ratings. By

Conference Session

WiP: Gen AI, Mixed Reality, and Simulations

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Keisha C.A. Antoine, Prairie View A&M University (DUPE); Kazeem B Olanrewaju, Prairie View A&M University; Justin Foreman, Prairie View A&M University; Penrose Cofie, Prairie View A&M University; Michael Preuss, Exquiri Consulting, LLC; Jorge Federico Gabitto, Prairie View A&M University

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED)

networkthat was “smart” and dynamic. The inspiration for the digital twin was the Edibon AFT-B FluidFlow in Pipes (Figure 1). Table 1 presents the comparison of the physical equipment, proof-of-concept and the Mixed Reality Labs. The CHEG MR digital twin has been expanded in scopeover the proof-of-concept and provides extended capability over the physical equipment. Onemajor addition is the inclusion of ten fluids (see Table 1). Other benefits of the MR environment are: 1. Social interaction. It provides the abilityfor social interaction, thus facilitating teamwork. 2. Remote learning capability. The MRenvironment is being developed to enable remote learning where the students can interact withone another via their personalized avatars as in

Conference Session

Capstone Design Courses I

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Farid Farahmand, Sonoma State University; Kirsten M. Ely, Sonoma State University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Design in Engineering Education

and non-business courses. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 Generating Start-up Relevance in Capstone Projects1. IntroductionAccreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) requires students to complete acapstone design experience that prepares them for engineering practice through team-basedprojects incorporating the knowledge and skills acquired in earlier course work [1]- [4].While capstone course pedagogy differs widely from one program to another, in all cases,students are expected, through the process of completing the capstone project, to understanddesign constraints, such as economic factors, safety, reliability, ethics, and social impact. Inaddition, students are

Conference Session

Assessment of Learning in BME

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Leann Dourte Segan, University of Pennsylvania; Emily R Elliott, Center for Teaching and Learning, University of Pennsylvania

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Biomedical

context.Previous studies have demonstrated that well-planned, student-centered, active, learning modulescan enhance problem-solving abilities, improve academic achievement and create more positiveattitudes toward learning.1-3 Many of these studies have focused on activities such as groupproblem solving, interpreting data or evidence, or engaging in practices of the field. Traditionallytopics in a mechanics/biomechanics course are introduced using derivations with subsequentassignments using the results of these often non-intuitive mathematical procedures. However,few studies have looked at the use of hands-on activities to replace or supplement mathematicalderivations in an effort to connect physical concepts with mathematical equations. Therefore

Conference Session

1st and 2nd Year Instruction in Design

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cory A. Cooper, United States Air Force; Michael Lawrence Anderson, United States Air Force; Daniel D. Jensen, U.S. Air Force Academy; Joseph M. Fulton, U.S. Air Force Academy; Kristin L. Wood, Singapore University of Technology and Design

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Design in Engineering Education

experience. Those who implement designettes can usethe detailed data provided in this research to determine which approach best matches theircapstone program’s distinctive attributes and goals.1. IntroductionCapstone courses are a part of all Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)accredited engineering programs. These courses create wonderful opportunities for engineeringstudents to apply the tools they have learned throughout their academic engineering training.Often a capstone experience is the first time that students are applying the design process to areal industry, government, or societal problem with sponsors. This context can result in a lack ofunderstanding of the larger, more comprehensive system design lifecycle when it