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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lifford McLauchlan, Texas A&M University, Kingsville; David Hicks; Mehrube Mehrubeoglu, Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi

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assignments facilitate students being able to learnremotely. Applications and lab projects can be controlled using IoT capabilities. As processorshave improved more affordable microprocessor or computer alternatives such as Arduino,Raspberry Pi and other similar platforms have become more commonly utilized in educationalsettings. In this project, IoT concepts, educational materials and methods are introduced tostudents through various avenues such as Independent Study courses, Capstone Senior Designcourses and Sensors courses.BackgroundFigure 1 shows a simple representation of an IoT system that utilizes a Raspberry Pi. TheRaspberry Pi could be replaced by an Arduino, Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), or aProgrammable Logic Controller (PLC). In

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mohsen Azizi, New Jersey Institute of Technology

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also explains the career placement, student retention, and community collegetransfer rates.Project ActivitiesThis NSF-funded project was initially planned for three years but was extended to four years dueto the COVID situation. The project includes five major activities as listed in Table 1. In thesubsequent sections, these activities and the project evaluation plan will be explained in detail. Table 1. Project activities. Activity Description (i) Design, develop, and offer the new course and laboratory (renewable energy) (ii) Summer K-12 workshops through the CPCP at NJIT (iii) Faculty development workshops for the instructors of other 2- and 4

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kristin Kelly Frady, Clemson University; Randi Sims

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play a vital role in educating and awarding advanced credentials toAmerica’s future scientists and technicians. The research supported by this National ScienceFoundation (NSF) Faculty Early Career Development Program (CAREER) award emphasizesthe importance of and expands understanding of the role that two-year colleges play in theengineering education and career pipeline. Yet, racial and location inequity in vertical transferhighlights a lack of access to life-changing educational opportunities [1, 2]. This researchfocuses on identifying unique geographic and cultural assets to make pre-transfer engineeringstudents, from a variety of backgrounds, locations, and opportunities, more successful. Thisresearch is intended to support increasing the

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Houshang Darabi, The University of Illinois, Chicago; Rezvan Nazempour, The University of Illinois, Chicago; Peter C. Nelson, The University of Illinois, Chicago; Renata A. Revelo, The University of Illinois, Chicago; Shanon Marie Reckinger, The University of Illinois, Chicago; Didem Ozevin, The University of Illinois, Chicago; Betul Bilgin, The University of Illinois, Chicago; Anthony E. Felder, The University of Illinois, Chicago

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Performance Evaluation of an Ongoing Integrated Program for Recruitment, Retention, and Graduation of High- Achieving, Low-income Engineering StudentsAbstractThe present paper reports an update on an NSF-funded S-STEM program currently in its lastyear at the University of Illinois Chicago. Lessons learned during the project implementation arealso listed in the paper. A summary of the paper materials will be presented at the ASEE 2023Annual Conference and Exposition as part of the NSF Grantees Poster Session.The project's objectives are 1) enhancing students' learning by providing access to extra and co-curricular experiences, 2) creating a positive student experience through mentorship, and 3)ensuring successful student placement in

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session #2: Global Engagement

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Pritpal Singh, Villanova University; Agnes Nakimana; Chris Clement Igiraneza

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renewable energy curriculum proposed for higher education institutions anduniversities in the country.IntroductionAbout 770 million people in the world do not have access to electricity [1]. Of this population 597 millionlive in sub-Saharan Africa [1]. The opportunity for providing off-grid access to electricity to ruralcommunities has been demonstrated through solar powered mini-grids [2,3]. These systems typicallycomprise a set of solar panels, batteries to provide electricity when solar power is not available, e.g. atnight, and may employ a fossil-fueled generator to also provide backup power. While mini-grids of thistype are starting to provide access to electricity in communities, there are many limitations that arecurrently limiting their

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Virtual Training, Online and Open Education; Instructional Technology

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Behlul Kula, Michigan State University; Andreana Louise Roxas; Kristen Sara Cetin P.E., Michigan State University; Annick Anctil; George Berghorn, Michigan State University; Ryan Patrick Gallagher

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

todecarbonize buildings increase to meet climate change goals, educational programs to supportsuch energy workforce development efforts are becoming more prominent at many levels,including in the K-12 school systems, and in higher education. A recent report [1] funded by theU.S. Department of Energy (DOE) provides state-level workforce projections for the energyefficiency sector for 2025 and 2030. Within higher education, one long standing program thathas focused on this since the 1970s is the Industrial Assessment Center (IAC) program including37 university-based IACs operating across the U.S., typically with 10-30 active students percenter at any given time [2]. The IACs have two main goals. First is conducting building energyaudits of small and

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Moreland, Purdue University, Northwest; Kyle Alexander Toth, University of Dayton; Nicholas Walla; Chenn Q. Zhou, University of Dayton; Tyamo Okosun, Purdue University, Northwest; Armin Silaen

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, conducting literature review, and evaluatingand communicating results of research. Follow-up activities are ongoing during the teacher’sacademic school year, including carrying out the lesson plans in their classroom, teacherstraveling to conferences related to their field, and introducing students to careers in simulation,visualization, and industrial research, as well as STEM in general through presentations and fieldtrips.IntroductionSTEM Education provides students with multidimensional capabilities that are necessary to meetcurrent and future workforce needs due to constant technological advances in nearly all industries[1-4]. Unfortunately, only a small portion of students are both proficient and interested in STEMfields [5]. Researchers

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session #5: Best Practices

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alyson Grace Eggleston, Pennsylvania State University; Robert J. Rabb P.E., Pennsylvania State University

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International Division (INTL)

awareness, audience awareness,and collaborative teamwork and leadership, as specified in ABET criteria 2, 3, and 5,respectively. Effective EC pedagogy and industry partnerships can be an effective andmeasurable approach to supporting these criteria.IntroductionInternational approaches to developing Engineering Communication (EC) skills include carefulassays of industry needs, employer expectations, and a continuous cycle of building career-relevant course content [1]. Researchers studying STEM student employability in East Asiahighlight written and visual communication modes as key opportunities for curriculardevelopment. Not surprisingly, whether internationally or centered in a US context, multi-modalcommunication is identified by both students

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Wayne P Hung, West Texas A&M University

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$163B in 2008 to $230B in 2018 although itemployed only 7.09% of the total workforce [1]. Lack of manufacturing training, outdated schoolinfrastructure, wrong student perception on manufacturing, and new teacher skills must beaddressed to sustain if not enhance the manufacturing status of Texas. This RET programprovides necessary skills for teachers, helps to upgrade school infrastructure so that inspiredstudents would consider STEM /Manufacturing fields as their primary choice. Themanufacturing-focused training of a diverse group of 37 teachers was completed in summer2018, 2019, and 2022 (Fig. 1). Unavoidable program delay in 2020 and 2021 was due to theworldwide pandemic.This paper presents the program and approach to train both in-service

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) Technical Session 4

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jin Woo Lee, California State University, Fullerton; Scott Louie

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

thought processes. They demonstrated several key strategies such as replacingexisting solutions to problems with new technology and adding to existing products to identifyapplications. By understanding specific strategies used in solution mapping, this study can leadto explicit instructional tools to support engineering students in developing solution mappingskills.IntroductionIn engineering, design is an important skill that involves devising a system, component orprocess to address needs [1]. A typical engineering design curriculum teaches design processesthat begin by defining a problem and identifying potential solutions to address that problem [2]–[4]. Engineering textbooks focus on initial problem definition that often utilizes

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL) Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kwadwo Amankwah-Nkyi, University of Arkansas; Sarah Hernandez, University of Arkansas; Breanna Stoesz, University of Arkansas

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

contributed to inefficiencies in the freight system. Theongoing driver shortage is a top critical issue according to annual industry reports [1]. Manycomplex factors such as lack of awareness of the trucking profession, misinformed publicperception of the truck driver profession, technological advances in freight and driver retirementare some of the leading causes of this driver shortage [2]. Recruitment and workforce retention inthe freight transportation industry, fed through career pathways in civil engineering, are criticalfor the industry to thrive [2].The truck driver shortage can be addressed in part through specialized and engaging workforceoutreach activities. Such outreach efforts are devoted to early mentoring and recruitment toattract a

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL) Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Anthony Battistini, Angelo State University

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

to perform the calculations accurately.Finally, through the work the instructor has done focused on improving course equity outcomes inSTEM for underrepresented minorities, specifically Latinx students, it has become apparent thatinfrequent, high stakes assessments of student learning is not a culturally responsive practice. Inorder to place learning (and not evaluating) at the forefront of any assessment, it was necessary torethink student assessments in undergraduate courses.In response to the observations outlined, the instructor chose to implement a mastery basedassessment scheme for a senior level reinforced concrete design course.BackgroundMastery based grading approaches have seen growing use in engineering [1]-[5]. While the nameused

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) Technical Session 6

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Brandon K Harrison; Michael Alexander Phelan; Vahid Alizadeh; Aratrik Guha; Yah-el Har-el, Temple University; Ruth Ochia, Temple University

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

standards are designed to produce graduatesthat are ready for work in technical fields. Institutions seeking accreditation from theEngineering Accreditation Commission of ABET must satisfy all General Criteria forBaccalaureate level programs. For instance, evidence of the engineering design process needs tobe specifically demonstrated for graduating engineering students based on the revised ABETcriteria 3, which requests that programs show that students have the “ability to apply engineeringdesign to produce solutions that meet specified needs...” [1]The requirements for showing “engineering design” ability has been well defined by the currentABET student outcomes. Engineering design begins with empathy towards the end user bydeveloping

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Subodh Bhandari, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona; Amar Raheja; Zekeriya Aliyazicioglu, California State Polytechnic Institute, Pomona; Fang Tang

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, ArtificialIntelligence, Modeling & Simulation, and Flight Testing. Students learned fundamental skills inengineering, computer science, and mathematics, and were trained to use computational toolsneeded to engage in multidisciplinary UAV research. Most of the participants who have alreadygraduated have joined aerospace companies or Government organization and are working inUAV technologies or related areas including Lockheed Martin Corporation and NorthropGrumman Corporation. Some of the Participants were also accepted for summer internshippositions at companies or corporations that are heavily involved in UAV research anddevelopment. Figure 1. Participants of 2022 Summer REU Program.Figures 2 and 3 show the multidisciplinary teams of

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ibrahim F. Zeid, Northeastern University; Claire Duggan, Northeastern University; Jennifer Ocif Love, Northeastern University

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Graduate Studies Division (GSD) Technical Session 7: Developing Graduate Students' Competencies and Identities

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sandra Allain, Pennsylvania State University; Robert J. Rabb P.E., Pennsylvania State University

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Graduate Studies Division (GSD)

engineers with strong technical knowledge,who can think creatively and critically, communicate effectively, and work in teams. However,the very nature of engineering, as defined by different organizations, points to the coupling of theengineering profession with society. “Engineering is the profession in which a knowledge of themathematical and natural sciences, gained by study, experience and practice, is applied withjudgment to develop ways to utilize, economically, the materials and forces of nature for thebenefit of mankind” [1]. With full undergraduate curricula to meet these technical and earlyprofessional competencies, engineers progressing in their careers as executives, analysts,consultants, and advisers will need graduate education to

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT) Technical Session 4

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Colton Hotchkiss; Ananth Jillepalli, Washington State University; Stu Steiner; Daniel Conte de Leon; Herbert L. Hess, University of Idaho; Brian K. Johnson P.E., University of Idaho

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-step guide with visualaids to walk readers through the process of constructing a Faraday cage suitable for classroom use.We presented comparative signal attenuation testing results of our custom-built Faraday cage. Wediscussed the challenges faced in our construction and curricular integration efforts. We discussedthe suitability of our custom-built Faraday cage in teaching and research environments. I. Introduction:With more schools starting to offer cybersecurity degrees, it is important that these schools alignwith the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) Workforce Framework forCybersecurity (NICE Framework) [1]. One part of that framework is developing a deeperunderstanding of cellular and wireless technologies

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Brian Chap, University of Washington; Marcos Jose Inonan Moran, University of Washington; Zhiyun Zhang, University of Washington; Pablo Orduna, LabsLand; Payman Arabshahi, University of Washington; Rania Hussein, University of Washington

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/demodulation, interpolation, FFT, filtering, delays, gain control, etc.). Transceiveroutputs are graphed for ease-of-use, although the process of tuning such outputs is arduous, dueto the irreplicability of precise hardware tx/rx chains [1]. The system defined and discussed in thispaper aims to address this issue via an interactive user environment which enables end users totune results in real-time and with sufficient specificity.Software defined radio (SDR) architecturesSince the release of Universal Software Radio Peripheral (USRP) in 2003 [2], Software DefinedRadio (SDR) has gained significant traction for its versatility in the construction of high-qualitycommunication prototypes. The ability to manage signal processing through FPGAs and

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Oenardi Lawanto, Utah State University, Logan; Angela Minichiello, Utah State University, Logan; Zain ul Abideen, Utah State University, Logan ; Talha Naqash, Utah State University, Logan; Assad Iqbal, Arizona State University

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thinking and reasoning. To be effective problem-solvers, students mustunderstand the relationship between the MKT, SRC and SRM throughout the problem-solving activities.Four research questions will guide the research: (1) How do students perceive their self-regulation ofcognition (SRC) and motivation (SRM) skills for generic problem-solving activities in EM courses; (2) Howdoes students’ metacognitive knowledge about problem-solving tasks (MKT) inform their Taskinterpretation?; (3) How do students’ SRC and SRM dynamically evolve?; and (4) How do students’ SRCand SRM reflect their perceptions of self-regulation of cognition and motivation for generic EM problem-solving activities?A sequential mixed-methods research design involving quantitative and

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Committee on Educational Policy Presents: Holistic Program Topics

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Margaret A. Hunter, Hofstra University; Lynn A. Albers, Hofstra University; Salvador Rojas-Murillo, Hofstra University

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Diversity

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

and ASEE has established a diversity recognition program to recognize Schoolsthat have incorporated these aspects into their mission, a piece of which is the curricula [1]. Inaddition, the revisions to ABET criterion 5 (curriculum) now include the need to address DEI [2].To accomplish part of the curricular component, we have been working on hands-on activities thatare scalable from a first-year program to upper level courses in the Fred DeMatteis School ofEngineering and Applied Science (SEAS) at Hofstra University, a midsized, private universitylocated in Hempstead, NY. Hofstra is situated in a region that represents a very diverse communityand the students in our engineering programs mirror this diversity. For example, SEAS boasts a63.7

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Military and Veterans Division (MVD) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Charles William Weigandt, Austin Peay State University; Mahesh Kumar Pallikonda, Austin Peay State University; Ravi C. Manimaran, Austin Peay State University

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Military and Veterans Division (MVD)

summer of2022, several major airlines in the United States canceled a record number of scheduled flights orran delayed due to the same reason [1]. A unique approach adopted by the airlines to address thischallenge is to look for non-traditional sources such as retired military and veteran rotary wingpilots. This led to a growing shortage of helicopter pilots in the medical transport and offshore oilsupport industries [2]. This challenge also opens new opportunities and career pathways forveterans. Additionally, special training and experience requirements for certificated flightinstructors (CFIs) to be able to provide flight instruction in the Robinson R22 and R44 variantsmake it cost-prohibitive for most military helicopter instructors to

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College Industry Partnerships Division (CIP) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jagadish Torlapati, Rowan University; Jodi F. Prosise, University of Wisconsin, Platteville; Philip J. Parker, P.E., University of Wisconsin, Platteville; Kauser Jahan, Rowan University; Moira Kelly Smith

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2023.BackgroundIndustry advisory boards (IABs) are composed mainly of industry professionals that provide aidand advice to an academic institution. IABs serve many purposes and have different goalsdepending on the type, size, location, and other variables. In engineering, IABs are a commoncomponent among many programs because they help fulfill ABET’s accreditation requirements.ABET is the accreditor of college programs in applied science, computing, engineering, andtechnology that ensures programs meet standards for educational quality to properly preparestudents [1]. Engineering Criteria 2000 (EC2000) was added to the accreditation and requiredprograms to have “a process based on the needs of the program’s various constituencies in whichthe

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE) Technical Session 6: Engineering in the Home

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jubie Tan, State University of New York at Binghamton; Amber Simpson, State University of New York at Binghamton; Peter N. Knox, University of Vermont; Sawsan Werfelli, State University of New York at Binghamton; Adam Maltese, Indiana University-Bloomington

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development.Amber Simpson, State University of New York at Binghamton Amber Simpson is an Associate Professor of Mathematics Education in the Teaching, Leaming and Edu- cational Leadership Department at Binghamton University. Her research interests include (1) examining individual’s identity(ies) in one or more STEM disciplines, (2) understanding the role of making a.11d tinkering in formal and informal learning environments, and (3) investigating family engagement in and interactions around STEM-related activities. Before joining BU, she completed a post-doctoral fellow- ship at Indiana University-Bloomington. She earned a Ph.D. in mathematics education from Clemson University.Dr. Peter N. Knox, University of Vermont Dr

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Stories, Communication, and Convergence in Engineering Education

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jennifer C. Mallette, Boise State University; Harold Ackler P.E., Boise State University

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES)

teamwork skills alongside the technicalproficiencies needed to be successful in engineering [1]. Ideally, engineering graduates are ableto transition into industry or graduate school with the skills, dispositions, and knowledge tonavigate communication and collaboration effectively [2]. In addition to the technical skillsneeded to solve engineering problems, employers seek candidates who can communicateeffectively, who are able to manage projects, and who can generate innovation solutions [3].However, employers have indicated that gaps exist in engineering training, with entry-levelengineers often unable to communicate in the ways employers expect, especially on diverseteams [4]. This gap in training means that individuals struggle to transition

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Danielle Wood, University of Notre Dame; Hazel Marie, Youngstown State University ; Faisal Aqlan, University of Louisville; Jay B. Brockman, University of Notre Dame; Daniel Lapsley, University of Notre Dame; Kerry Meyers, University of Notre Dame; Emily C. LaPorte; Khalid Oladeji Bello, University of Louisville

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, mobile, and global economy, STEM skills areincreasingly important. They are key to stabilizing and rebuilding our middle class, as STEMjobs generally provide higher wages and have above average job growth [1]. There is, however, agrowing divide between those who can and cannot engage. Underrepresented minorities, women,first generation students, and low socio-economic status (SES) students still generally havedisproportionately lower engagement and higher attrition in STEM fields. This is critical to bothequity and our competitive advantage in the United States [2].These challenges are compounded in many communities in the United States, particularly theRust Belt or deindustrialized Midwest, because they struggle more than others to attract

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Inclusive Leadership: A Panel Discussion

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Elizabeth Volpe, University of Florida; Denise Rutledge Simmons P.E., University of Florida; Sara Valentina Rojas

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Diversity

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Engineering Leadership Development Division (LEAD)

the advancement of research. An REU sitetypically hosts a small cohort of students for a summer and focuses student research on a certaintopic or theme [1]. In 2021, multiple institutions and faculty members in engineering educationcollaborated to host a virtual REU entitled, Establishing New Generations of scholars to Amplifyand Grow Engineering Education (ENGagED). The REU’s purpose was to engage moreunderrepresented students, specifically, Black and Latinx students, and as a result ofintersectionality, women, people from low socioeconomic status (SES) backgrounds, and first-generation individuals among other minoritized identities in engineering education research.Engineering education is a relatively new field of research compared to

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Trina C. Kershaw, University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth; Susan Thomson Tripathy, University of Massachusetts, Lowell; Hong Liu, University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth; Kavitha Chandra, University of Massachusetts, Lowell

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workshops that focus on technical aspects of the projectwork would be helpful.1.0 IntroductionGraduate education in engineering has the goal of developing future engineers with strongtechnical and human interaction skills to succeed in the workplace. Yet, employers find thatgraduates are lacking skills in leadership, collaboration, communication, and critical thinking [1].Likewise, graduate students often experience limited opportunities to develop these skills [2]. Agoal of our NSF Innovations in Graduate Education project, entitled Graduate Education inCyber-Physical Systems Engineering, is to provide support for graduate students to become moreeffective leaders, communicators, and contributors in a collaborative interdisciplinary team.These

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Improving Retention & Self-Efficacy through Experiential Learning and Research Programs

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robin Lynn Nelson, University of Texas at San Antonio; Karina Ivette Vielma, The University of Texas at San Antonio; JoAnn Browning, The University of Texas at San Antonio

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Diversity

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED)

, continue on pathways toacademia. This is especially important due to the challenging societal issues requiring diverseperspectives [1]. Special groups that continue to be disproportionately included in engineeringpathways include women and members of underrepresented racial and ethnic minority groups.Undergraduate research experiences increase the likelihood of engineering students attendinggraduate school. Through critical funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF), researchopportunities can be offered to students, which can target engineering undergraduates fromunderrepresented backgrounds as well as those from universities with few research offerings.The Research Experiences for Undergraduate (REU) is a mechanism to provide

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hillary E. Merzdorf, Texas A&M University; Donna Jaison, Texas A&M University; Samantha Ray, Texas A&M University; Anna Stepanova, Texas A&M University; Vimal Kumar Viswanathan, San Jose State University; Vinayak Krishnamurthy; Wayne Li, Georgia Institute of Technology; Julie S Linsey, Georgia Institute of Technology; Tracy Anne Hammond, Texas A&M University; Kerrie A Douglas, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Sketchtivity, an Intelligent Sketch Tutoring Software: Broadening Applications and ImpactMotivation and BackgroundSketching is an essential skill for engineers. Engineering students develop problem representationand problem-solving skills in part through sketching[1, 2]. Communication with fellow engineersand designers depends on the ability to share ideas through sketching [3]. Sketching is importantfor problem formulation as designers create representations of a problem for problem scoping andcommunication [4]. Idea fluency and idea generation as measures of design creativity aresupported through sketching [5, 6]. Sketching is also an effective approach for

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Experiential Learning : Global Models and Perspectives

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alicia Shih, School of Chemical Engineering, The University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia; Sarah Grundy, School of Chemical Engineering, The University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia; Peter Neal, School of Chemical Engineering, The University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED)

disagreedthat it helped to improve problem solving, teamwork, and communication skills, with significantdifferences observed between pre- and post-survey responses (p < 0.05).Recommendations for future study are to assess improvement objectively by incorporating DSTs intostudent assessments, and to observe the impact of the DST on improving student professional skillsover a longer period.Keywords: virtual work integrated learning, professional development, virtual field trips, desktop sitetoursIntroductionIn recognition of the importance of interpersonal and professional skills, Engineers Australia(EA) have made it an accreditation requirement for all tertiary engineering students to gainexposure to industrial practice prior to graduation [1