Conference Session

Games & Competitions for Civil Engineering Education

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Benjamin Z. Dymond, Northern Arizona University; Matthew K Swenty P.E., Virginia Military Institute

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

, exclude graduate students fromparticipating, allow fewer teams per university to participate (and hence fewer students overall),and have fewer attractive incentives in the form of prize money, national travel for recognition,and established industry sponsorship.IntroductionCivil engineering (CE) is currently challenged with declining student interest and decreasingworkforce numbers, while societal needs for infrastructure continue to increase [1, 2]. There isan urgent need to inspire the next generation of CE students who can see the creativity needed tobuild resilient and sustainable infrastructure that serves the needs of diverse communities.Despite this need, CE continues to attract limited interest for reasons such as (i) the perceptionthat

Conference Session

Software Engineering Division (SWED) Technical Session 2

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ingrid Buckley, Florida Gulf Coast University; Bogdan Carbunar, Florida International University; Juan P Sotomayor, Florida International University; Peter J Clarke, Florida International University

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Software Engineering Division (SWED)

engagementstrategies (LESs). These LESs include collaborative learning, gamification, and social interac-tion.We present the objectives of the project, describe how the objectives were met, briefly describeSEP-CyLE, and provide data showing students’ interactions with SEP-CyLE. The data retrievedfrom SEP-CyLE provides insight into how the learning environment was used, students’ perfor-mance on the learning objects, and the impact of the LESs on students’ overall performance in anintroductory cybersecurity course.Keywords: Cybersecurity Education, Cyberlearning Environment, Learning and Engagement Strate-gies, Learning Objects.1 IntroductionThe ubiquitous nature of information and communication technology (ICT) in the 21st centuryhas resulted in an upsurge

Conference Session

First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Technical Session 5: Supporting Student Transition

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kathryn Hasz; Jessica Lavorata, Carthage College

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD)

components and the design decisions made by professional engineers. Byworking with a commercial product, students gain hands-on experience with the design process,while receiving more guidance and concrete examples than they would when designing a productfrom scratch [1]. This approach also offers several benefits in introductory courses, includinglow cost, minimal faculty overhead, and the promotion of teamwork among students [2].For the Fall 2024 semester, two sections of students reverse engineered a garbage disposal.Students worked in groups of 3-4 students to investigate the garbage disposal and break it downinto its components. They then focused more specifically on the motor of the garbage disposaland the design choices that were embedded

Conference Session

Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 3

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anis Fatima, Michigan Technological University; John L. Irwin, Michigan Technological University; Muhammad Wasif, NED University of Engineering and Technology

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Manufacturing Division (MFG)

things courses. Thismodule will be assessed using a pre-and-post survey of students understanding sustainableproduction processes, and their perceptions of how a digital twin can be used to optimize aproduction operation for sustainability. Moreover, the end term course evaluation also showsimprovements in course ranking.IntroductionAfter years of devastating wars, environmental degradation, and pollution, member states of theUnited Nations (UN) reached a historic agreement in 2015 to create a safe and sustainableenvironment for humanity and other life forms. This agreement resulted in the introduction ofseventeen Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with targets set to be achieved by 2030 [1].Among these, sustainable manufacturing stands as

Conference Session

Mechanics Division (MECHS) Technical Session 1A

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Christian J. Schwartz P.E., Iowa State University of Science and Technology; Hartanto Wibowo, Iowa State University of Science and Technology; Nathan Miner, Iowa State University of Science and Technology; TRAVIS HOSTENG, Iowa State University of Science and Technology; Sriram Sundararajan, Iowa State University of Science and Technology

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Diversity

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Mechanics Division (MECHS)

course structure itself as well as bigger-picture upstream curricular issues. Thethree primary phases of this investigation included: 1) identifying and objectively exploringcommon anecdotal assumptions about root causes, such as ‘poor’ trigonometry skills, a lack ofphysics ‘knowledge’, not ‘understanding’ vectors, etc.; 2) developing a conceptual map of coursetopics that clearly identified precedence and dependencies among topics; and 3) aligning learningassessments with the conceptual mapping to determine specific topics where students firststruggled, thus leading to the inability to master concepts later in the course. Key findings of thework have included relatively precise identification of the basic vector arithmetic skills necessaryfor

Conference Session

Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT) Technical Session 2

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Iftekhar Ibne Basith, Sam Houston State University; Syed Hasib Akhter Faruqui, Sam Houston State University; Michael Tyler Johnson-Moore, Sam Houston State University

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Diversity

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT)

takingadvantage of conscious muscle movement with little to no effect on other parts of the body, suchas moving ears or wrist muscles or flexing muscles to give commands to the robotic prosthesis.This approach, known as myoelectric control, uses electromyogram (EMG) signals recorded fromthe patient's residual muscles, which are then processed and used as control inputs to drive motorscoupled to the prosthetic limb [1]. Some research has been done to directly read intention frombrain scans, but this requires either an invasive brain implant, or that the patient to be placed inlarge machines with many probes reading the voltage of surface nerves of the skull. Non-invasiveBCI approaches typically use electroencephalography (EEG), where topical electric

Conference Session

Industry and Technical Engineering Education

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Zain ul Abideen, Utah State University; sehrish jabeen, Utah State University

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Diversity

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Student Division (STDT)

solving, engineering,STEMIntroductionIn 1985, Terezinha Nunes Carraher and colleagues challenged the perspective that studentslearn mathematics primarily in schools in their foundational research [1], broadening thescope of mathematics education research. This was one of the studies examining how real-world experiences systematically influence mathematical understanding. Their researchrevealed that children develop mathematical understandings in daily, out-of-school contexts,which often differ from what is taught in classrooms. Building on this, they investigated howinformal, intuitive ways of learning mathematics can be leveraged in educational settings.Besides the cognitive and cultural dimensions of this research, their work spans the

Conference Session

Inclusive and Reflective Practices in Pre-College Engineering Education

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ju Hui Kang, University of Cincinnati; Soo Hyeon Kim, Indiana University Indianapolis; Gi Woong Choi, University of Cincinnati; Mansi Rajendra Kasar, Indiana University, Indianapolis

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

great potential for families with children,particularly in rural areas where access to engineering learning resources is often limited. Livingin rural areas with geographical constraints can make it difficult for families to visit museums orSTEM events that could trigger children’s STEM interest and participation in their early years[1]. Rural public libraries play a key role in bridging this gap for their communities and families[2], as they are committed to providing informal educational resources, technology, andopportunities to their patrons [3]. An online option to access these sources can allow families touse educational materials at the convenience of their own time and space.However, online programs in general can present challenges for

Conference Session

Expanding STEM Access and Belonging: Programs and Practices for Inclusive K–12 Engagement

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Virginia Swindell, University of North Carolina at Greensboro

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

teachers feelill-equipped to teach engineering due to factors that include: 1) the lack of professionaldevelopment, 2) lack of confidence in content knowledge, and 3) lack of understanding of theengineering education standards. Further, teachers play a key role in perpetuating or challengingdominant narratives. The canonical narrative on engineering is that it is fundamentally a White,male, middle class enterprise. For example, data from the engineering undergraduate enrollmentin 2016 showed that only 21.4% of students are female, with African American females makingup just 1.3%. Thus, considering how to promote equity in engineering in K12 education is urgentand necessary. In this study in a 7th grade classroom at a Title 1 school with a Black

Collection

Proceedings of the 2020 ASEE PSW Section Conference, canceled

Authors

Shant Aram Danielian, University of California, Irvine; Vikram R Arun, University of California - Irvine; Natascha Trellinger Buswell, University of California, Irvine

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Diversity

sheets.1 IntroductionOver the years, many researchers have investigated the benefits of allowing students to usesupport sheets during an exam. Research has indicated that support sheet organization andcontent correlates with exam performance, (Danielian and Buswell1, Dickson and Miller2, Smithand Lester8) and points to a reduction in anxiety during an exam for students using a supportsheet (Drake et al.4, Erbe5). Investigations done where courses were quantitative in nature, suchas engineering, statistics, or computer science, have shown that student performance is correlatedwith support sheet content (Danielian and Buswell1). The work presented in this paper analyzesthe student perspective of support sheets rather than the support sheets

Conference Session

Construction Session 2: PM, BIM, and Collaboration

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Namhun Lee, Central Connecticut State University; Linda Reeder, Central Connecticut State University

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Construction

being rapidly adopted by the construction industry.According to the 2012 McGraw Hill SmartMarket Report, a majority of BIM experts haverealized that the use of BIM technology has allowed them to generate positive outcomes inconstruction markets.1 The main benefits of using BIM are summarized as follows:2, 3, 4, 5, 6  Better communication and understanding through accurate geometrical representations  Reduced errors and omissions in construction documents  Marketing potential for enhancing company image  New services to offer  Fewer RFIs (requests for information/interpretation) and field coordination problems  Reduced rework, conflicts, and changesAlthough BIM has been widely

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session I

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anthony Hernandez, California State University Los Angeles; Pearl Chen, California State University, Los Angeles; Christine C. Clemmons, California State University, Los Angeles; Jianyu Jane Dong, California State University, Los Angeles

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

knowledge and skill outcomes, (b) domain-specific efficacy in relation to situated learning,and (c) student engagement (deep vs. surface learning) and team dynamics. In this paper, quantitative andqualitative data collected over the past three years was analyzed collectively, triangulated, and related torelevant research and theories. This process allowed us to work toward: (1) providing a more generalizabledescription of our overall findings, (2) gaining a greater understanding of the underlying classroom and coursefactors and their impact on the development of domain-specific efficacy among minority students, and (3)developing a set of guidelines to effectively incorporate participatory design based on the situated learningframework. The

Conference Session

Construction Division Poster Session

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kristen Caroline Hurtado, Arizona State University; Jake Smithwick, Arizona State University; Kenneth Timothy Sullivan, Arizona State University; John Savicky, Arizona State University

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Construction

, beginningwith the desired outcomes or goals for what the learners would possess by the end of the course.The backwards design approach, while it appears to be common sense, is quite contrary to howcourses are actually designed8. Backwards design begins with the end in mind and asks thefollowing questions: Given a task to be accomplished, how do we get there? What kinds oflessons and practices are needed to master key performances? What would we accept asevidence that students have attained the desired understandings and proficiencies – beforeproceeding to plan teaching and learning experiences? The main phases of the backwards designprocess are: (1) identify desired results; (2) determine acceptable evidence; and (3) plan learningexperiences and

Conference Session

Using Laboratories for Instruction in Mechanical Engineering

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Heather Dillon, University of Portland; Nathan Schmedake, University of Portland; Karen Elizabeth Eifler, University of Portland; Timothy A Doughty, University of Portland; Ken Lulay, University of Portland

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Mechanical Engineering

laboratory.To assess the effectiveness of the laboratory experiment a student survey was administered andresults indicate the new laboratory experiment has been successful in improving studentengagement.IntroductionThis paper describes a set of laboratory modules based on a low-cost toaster oven that studentsencounter throughout the mechanical engineering curriculum. The toaster oven project is part ofa larger effort by several mechanical engineering faculty to enhance the entire laboratorycurriculum. The laboratory curriculum enhancement includes two facets: 1. Modernize and improve the technical skills acquired by students in the laboratory courses. 2. Thoughtfully incorporate developmental skills (soft skills like teamwork

Conference Session

Engineering Economy Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Corey Kiassat, PhD, MBA, PE P.E., Quinnipiac University; Xiaoyue Jiang, Quinnipiac University

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ASEE Diversity Committee

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Engineering Economy

-grid and renewable integration, platform system design and optimization, performance guarantees for service and supply-chain systems, and reliability and maintenance optimization. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 Systematic Team Formation Leading to Peer Support and Leadership Skills Development1. IntroductionWithin a typical university environment, there are many courses that are taught in multiple sectionsand are multi-disciplinary. Within such settings, this paper aims to examine the role of teamformation on the following: 1) the learning of students, as measured by end-of-term grades,especially the weaker students; and 2) the quality of team leaders

Conference Session

First Year Programs Division Poster Session: The Best Place to Really Talk about First-Year Education

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jessica E S Swenson, Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach; Marya H Schnedeker, Center for Engineering Education and Outreach, Tufts University; Sarah Marie Coppola, Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach; Leonardo Andres Madariaga, Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach / Federico Santa Maria Technical University

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First-Year Programs

 Problems in a   First­Year Engineering Design Course     Many first­year programs begin with a course that includes one or a few projects to excite and  1​engage students in engineering. These projects vary from real world clients based​  to socially  2​ 3​ 4​relevant discipline based​  to design­build­test­compete​  to robotics based challenges​ . Each of these courses contain various learning goals including the engineering design process

Conference Session

Project-Based Experiences in Architectural Engineering

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ahmed Cherif Megri, North Carolina A&T State University

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Architectural

Conference, 2015sustainable design using lighting control, daylighting, harvesting lighting and new type of moreeconomic fixtures.The U.S. Department of Energy’s fluorescent lighting mandate is official. As of July 1, 2010magnetic ballasts most commonly used for the operation of T12 lamps will no longer beproduced for commercial and industrial applications. Also, many T12 lamps will be phased outof production starting July 2012.Due to the phase-out of the fluorescent bulb T12 and magnetic ballasts combined withcompanies’ need to find new ways to cut costs, many are reviewing their current lightingarrangements in search of easily replaceable and money-saving opportunities. Fortunately, moreadvanced lighting technologies become commercially available

Conference Session

Engineering Physics & Physics Division Technical Session 4

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Taylor Sharpe, Portland State University; Geng Qin, Portland State University; Gerald W. Recktenwald, Portland State University

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Engineering Physics & Physics

electronic equipment, energy efficient buildings, and other industrial applications. Page 26.21.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2015 A Compact Device for Inductive Instruction in General PhysicsResearch from the past three decades has found that an interactive engagement approach to teaching the scienceswhich involves physical interaction with systems helps students build effective mental models. Our team ofengineering students has developed a novel tabletop teaching device called the Touchstone Model 1 (TM1) designedto help incoming students solidify and retain knowledge of first

Conference Session

Emerging Computing and Information Technologies I

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Forough Sheikh-Ansari, Purdue University; Baijian Yang, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Diversity

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Computing & Information Technology

consumers and the cloud providers.1. BACKGROUNDIn a network security class, students learned the basics about how to provide confidentialityusing either symmetric key encryption or asymmetric key encryptions. They have also beentaught how to provide authenticity by applying techniques with Message Authentication Code(MAC). In this work, students were challenged to explore how the cryptography knowledge canbe applied in real world settings. Specifically, students were encouraged to first study securityconcerns in cloud computing. They were then been asked to discover how cryptography can beused to enhance security in cloud computing. In order to evaluate how practical the proposedapproach, they were instructed to establish a testing environment to

Conference Session

NSF Grantees’ Poster Session

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ravi P. Ramachandran, Rowan University; Liang Hong, Tennessee State University; Sachin Shetty, Tennessee State University; Kevin D. Dahm, Rowan University; Richard J. Kozick, Bucknell University; Robert M Nickel, Bucknell University; Robi Polikar, Rowan University; Ying Tang, Rowan University; Steven H Chin, Rowan University

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

applications of iris recognition include airport security, for recognizingpassengers, employees and flight crews and especially for matching an individual againsta watch list [1]. The second is for recognition in a coal mine where face and fingerprintmodalities may not provide adequate image quality due to the working conditions [1]. Inthis case, iris recognition can supplement the face and fingerprint modalities. Otherapplications of iris recognition include physical access control, internet security,forensics, electronic commerce, the transportation industry and automobile ignition andunlocking as an anti-theft measure.The advantages of iris recognition are [1][2][3]: • Permanence: The unique features of the iris are formed by 10 months of age

Conference Session

First-year Programs Division Technical Session 16: That Important Decision - Which Engineering Major?

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Corey Kiassat, Quinnipiac University; Nebil Buyurgan, Quinnipiac University; Julia Leeds

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First-Year Programs

different genders and ethnic groups. Theinformation about the students’ perception and attitude on IE is collected at the beginning andthe end of the semester to investigate an increase of knowledge in IE as well as students’preference in choosing it as their major.1. IntroductionSimulations are widely used in engineering education as one of the most efficient and effectiveways of teaching and learning engineering topics (Antao et al.)[1]. Simulation-based approachesare developed and used to provide an interactive, cooperative, and experimental learningenvironment where engineering students acquire practical experiences and master a specific skill.In addition, well-structured simulations encourage students to develop their computational,analytical

Conference Session

Flipped Electrical and Computer Engineering Classrooms 2

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Vignesh Subbian, University of Cincinnati; Gregory Warren Bucks, University of Cincinnati; Jason C Heikenfeld, University of Cincinnati

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Electrical and Computer

/ Page 26.1036.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2015 Inverting Instruction in a Semiconductor Devices Course: A Case Study of a Flipped Electrical Engineering ClassroomAbstract: In this paper, we report our experiences in implementing a flipped classroom modelin a semiconductor devices course. The paper presents the course design, pedagogical methods,and results from the most recent offering of the course (Fall 2014). The course design andimplementation provide simple solutions to effectively transform and offer a flipped engineeringcourse. Furthermore, to emphasize the need for strategic approaches to implement aflipped/blended learning environment, we include (1) a teaching

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Poster Session

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jenifer Blacklock, Colorado School of Mines; Jered H Dean, Colorado School of Mines

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Mechanical Engineering

 opportunity  for  the  faculty  to  take  a  fresh  look  at  the  curriculum  and  begin  to  implement  significant  changes  throughout  the  curriculum,  starting  with  ‘design’  and  enhancing  students’  abilities  to  solve  open-­‐ended  design  problems.  Having  approximately  250  ME  students  graduating  every  year,  this  proved  to  be  a  difficult  feat  in  itself.      One  of  the  key  desired  changes  to  the  ME  program  included  implementation  of  open-­‐ended  design  problems  or  challenges  throughout  the  degree  program.  As  stated  by  Simon  et  al,  Design  is  widely  considered  to  be  the  central  activity  of  engineering.1  The  desire  to  implement  these  open-­‐ended  design  challenges  was  aided

Conference Session

Idea Generation and Creativity in Design

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shraddha Sangelkar, Pennsylvania State University, Erie; Charlotte De Vries, Penn State Erie, the Behrend College; Omar Ashour, Pennsylvania State University, Erie; William C. Lasher, Pennsylvania State University, Erie

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Diversity

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Design in Engineering Education

design, and 77design heuristics for inspiring ideas. Shah et al. presents a very good summary of all ideageneration methods 1. Table 1 shows the idea generation methods that were taught to each ideasection as an initial method and as a method to kick-start creativity when the students feel stuck.Brainstorming and TRIZ were traditionally taught at Penn State Erie. Collaborative sketching 2or modified 6-3-5 3, 4 is another effective group brainstorming method that students seem toappreciate. Design Heuristics 77 cards for inspiring ideas 5, 6 has shown promising results for ideageneration. Bio-inspired design methods 7, 8 and design by analogy using word tree 9, 10 are alsoknown to promote creativity. Mind maps and morph matrix are other common

Conference Session

Biomedical Engineering Division Poster Session

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Leann Dourte Segan, University of Pennsylvania; Sarah Ilkhanipour Rooney, University of Pennsylvania

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Biomedical

within the physical bounds.Previous studies have demonstrated that student-centered, active, inductive learning activitiescan enhance problem-solving abilities, improve academic achievement and create more positiveattitudes toward learning.1-3 There is particular interest in incorporating active learning principlesinto this course because of the dual need to understand both physical concepts and complexmathematics. Historically, the course met twice a week for passive, instructor-led lectures withweekly, small-group, TA-supervised problem solving recitations. Given the previouslymentioned student challenges, the course with an enrollment of 58 students was redesigned forthe Fall 2014 semester to incorporate active learning principles, with an

Conference Session

First-year Programs Division Technical Session 16: That Important Decision - Which Engineering Major?

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert J. Rabb P.E., The Citadel; Jason Howison, The Citadel; Kevin Skenes, The Citadel

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First-Year Programs

quick comparisons with the teachers they have from the multiple departmentswithin the institution and may decide to change majors based on the quality of the teachingalone6. 1) Can student interest in a focus area be influenced by a simple awareness of the sub- disciplines in mechanical engineering? 2) Will the course meet its objectives - how will freshmen mechanical engineering students receive the new Introduction to Mechanical Engineering course? Page 26.237.4Course OverviewThe mechanical engineering faculty at The Citadel recognizes that graduating engineers will beexpected to function effectively on multidisciplinary teams

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session II

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carla B. Zoltowski, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Brent K Jesiek, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Stephanie A. Claussen, Colorado School of Mines; David H Torres, Purdue University

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

undergraduate engineering students atfour universities, as summarized in Figure 1 and described in more detail below. Morespecifically, a QUAN QUAL approach will be used for the first study phase, followed byrepeat QUAN survey measures during mid-point and Phase 2 data collection, as well aslongitudinal or exit interviews (QUAL) conducted during Phase 2. This mixed-methods approachis “premised on the idea that the use of quantitative and qualitative approaches in combinationprovides a better understanding of research problems than either approach alone.”7 Suchapproaches typically include multiple and complementary sources of evidence throughout theprocess, thereby respecting and even leveraging contrasting research paradigms or “worldviews.”Study

Conference Session

Electrical and Computer Division Poster Session

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Danda B. Rawat, Georgia Southern University; Chandra Bajracharya, Georgia Southern University

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Electrical and Computer

questions at the beginning of the lecture sessions or lab recitation sessions for a given course.  To allow student to get a chance to see a clear picture of essential concept and content relevant to the topic as questions through “thought bubbles” are posed at the start of each lecture/lab session and revisiting them at the end of each lecture/lab session.  To help students to be motivated around key concepts and use that knowledge to connect the dots.  To use thought bubbles to link other supplementary questions related to main question/concept.  To enhance the teaching and learning process for better outcomes.To achieve these objectives, instructor follows an approach as shown in Figure 1 where theinstructor

Conference Session

Chemical Engineering Courses in Emergent Areas

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Virginia A. Davis, Auburn University

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Diversity

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Chemical Engineering

, reciprocity, reactivity, careerdevelopment, and social interaction.1 It should be noted that an individual outreach volunteermay perform multiple functions and have multiple motivations at any single event. Researchersat Rice University used Volunteer Motivation Inventories and other metrics to assess themotivations of head mentors in their DREAM engineering outreach program for underservedHouston schools. They found that the mentors’ motivations were dominated by the fundamentalbelief in helping others, with a distant second motivation of better understanding themselves andothers. This finding was independent of ethnicity and gender. While there are not sufficientsimilar studies on other engineering outreach programs to know if this finding is

Conference Session

Sustainability & Civil Engineering

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Laura Doyle, Santa Clara University

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

whether the project had a greater impact on the self-efficacy andinterest of underrepresented students more than traditional civil engineering students. Drawingon Bielefeldt’s [1] findings, it is expected that incorporating service learning into engineeringcourses will increase self-efficacy and retention more for underrepresented groups.1. Motivation and BackgroundComputer programming, including algorithm creation and numerical methods, is an essentialskill for civil engineering students [2] but can be a roadblock for many students. The course isoften seen as a requirement and not immediately relevant to students’ future as civil engineers.Based on personal experience of the author, it is not until students graduate and attend graduateschool and