Collection

2015 Northeast Section Meeting

Authors

Leonard Anderson; Michael Davidson

applicants and sophomore transferstudents from the Civil Engineering Technology Program.The mission of the Civil Engineering (BSCE) program at Wentworth Institute of Technology is to “providea high quality undergraduate education that prepares graduates with the appropriate knowledge, skills,and attitudes to successfully begin a career in the civil engineering profession and continue to growprofessionally and personally throughout their career”. The mission of the program is accomplishedthrough the program curriculum which include courses with traditional lecture course, lecture/ laboratorycourses, design project courses, and two mandatory Co-op semesters.Civil Capstone Design - Course structure, scope and scheduleCivil Capstone Design (CIVE 650) is

Collection

2014 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

Authors

Orla Smyth LoPiccolo

this study, this paper will examine the subjects and careers, or that it costs more to traineffect of two different types of model building spatial reasoning ability due to the need for moreexercises – student-built physical models and hands-on teaching resources.3,4 Therefore studentsstudent-produced computer graphic 3D models – on arrive in architecture, engineering and all STEM978-1-4799-5233-5/14/$31.00 ©2014 IEEEprograms with little or no exposure to spatial project as more difficult to work with than hands-onvisualization training. Yet they are expected to think models. 7and communicate spatially. The students who dostart our programs with stronger spatial

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

Authors

Saddam Alkhamaiesh; Peter Cavanugh

offers insights into bridging workforceInfrastructure (NEVI) program, a key initiative under the BIL, gaps and enhancing technician training programs to meet therising demand for EV maintenance skills [9]. Additionally, the However, research indicates that wage disparities, job securityfindings underscore the necessity of aligning state-level concerns, and skilled trainers' availability impact theimplementation strategies with federal investments to ensure attractiveness of EV technician careers [22]. Addressing thesean equitable and efficient workforce transition. economic factors is critical for ensuring a sustainable and well

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2015 ASEE Zone 3 Conference

Authors

Sara E. Wilson

first author as well as papers in which the student is amiddle author. These later papers can be the result of being involved in papers that are a part ofanother student’s major work in a collaborative laboratory setting. Additionally, some of thesepapers are review papers. Some advisors have encouraged their students to collaborate withthem on a review paper at an early stage of their career to help them develop a strong knowledgeof the literature. Students from large laboratories were identified to have a larger number ofpublications (8) than those from labs with fewer researchers (3.8). Future analysis could includeexamining the number of first author papers by each student, which may give a more balancedview of different laboratory sizes

Conference Session

Track 3: Technical Session 2: Bridging the Gap: Leveraging Intersectional Leadership to Foster Inclusive Excellence in STEM

Collection

2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

Beth Anne Johnson, Lamar Creative Co. ; Ershela L. Sims, WEPAN, Inc.; Brooke Charae Coley, Arizona State University, Polytechnic Campus

Tagged Topics

2025 CoNECD Paper Submissions, Diversity

in their schools, offering themhands-on experiences and mentorship that spark interest in STEM careers. Remember,your students and theirCoNECD Presentation 2025 Acker Coley Johnson Sims Page 9 of 24parents/guardians are some of your best tools for spreading the word.3. School-Based Outreach: PEER WISE maintains strong connections with local schools, working closely withadministrators and educators to identify talented students from underrepresentedgroups. By presenting at school events, conducting workshops, and providing resourcesto educators, PEER WISE ensures that students are aware of the opportunities availableto them. 4. Targeted Outreach Programs

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2014 ASEE Zone 4 Conference

Authors

Ding Yuan; Nebojsa Jaksic; Jude DePalma

., Coates, C. W., Johnson, W. M., and McCarthy C., “Pushing the Limit Further: Exposure of High School Senior to Engineering Research, Design and Communication,” Proceedings of the 2009 ASEE Southeast Section Conference, Marietta, GA, Apr. 5-7, 2009.11. Takaghaj, S. M., Macnab, C. and Friesen, S., “Inspiring Girls to Pursue Careers in STEM with a Mentor- Supported Robotics Project,” Proceedings of the 2011 ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, AC 2011 - 1100, Vancouver, BC, Canada, June 26-29, 2011.12. Salzman, N. and Strobel, J., “Motivations and Benefits for College Students Serving as Mentors in a High School Robotics Competition,” Proceedings of the 2011 ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, AC 2011-2846

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2015 Pacific Southwest Section Meeting

Authors

Jeffrey Ashworth; William Crisler

in the undergraduate curriculum, move some of the computational tograduate curricula, and offer an extended program which could provide depth in some areas ofinterest to the students.Another area of concern in aerospace engineering is in an identity crisis. Some engineeringprograms are deliberately evolving away from engineering programs toward engineeringsciences programs and in some cases, the transition is virtually compete. The former programsprepare undergraduates to get entry-level jobs as engineers in careers in government or industry.The latter programs screen students to serve initially as low-paid workers in funded researchprograms and then eventually to earn doctorates for careers in research in academia. As a result,engineering

Conference Session

Full Papers I

Collection

FYEE 2025 Conference

Authors

DeAnna Katey, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Terrance I Harris, Drexel University

Tagged Topics

Diversity, FYEE 2025

backgrounds. These communities helped mitigate isolation and impostersyndrome, particularly for Black women in engineering.Academic and Professional CEED Mentors helped students prepare for career fairs, join studentorganizations like NSBE, and develop leadership skills. These experiences boosted confidence andprofessional readiness.Challenges Faced Participants reported being the only Black or female student in many classes, leading todiscomfort and self-doubt. Mentors encouraged resilience, with one student recalling advice to “getcomfortable being uncomfortable.”Suggestions for Improvement Students recommended more structured mentor-mentee interactions,personality-based matching, and increased program visibility to enhance engagement and

Conference Session

Full Papers I

Collection

FYEE 2025 Conference

Authors

Anne Marguerite McAlister, University of Virginia; Benjamin Goldschneider, University of Virginia; Lisa Lampe, University of Virginia; David R. Gutierrez, University of Virginia; Esther Tian, University of Virginia; Shaylin Williams, University of Virginia

Tagged Topics

Diversity, FYEE 2025

belonging is complex and no one factor can explain orpredict belonging. These initial findings will inform future studies and provide valuablepreliminary insights for first-year engineering programs interested in enhancing the experiencesand academic outcomes of their students from a belonging perspective.IntroductionMost undergraduate engineering students are in the late stages of adolescence and makingimportant discoveries and decisions about their interests, identities, and goals [1]. Socialization,both in college and pre-college, shapes students’ sense of belonging (SoB) [2]. Students searchfor spaces where they feel belonging, and this search drives choices that shape theirundergraduate careers. Belonging is a fundamental need, driving

Conference Session

WORKSHOP IV: Play as Prep Workshop: Time & Resource-Efficient Strategies for Developing Effective Undergraduate TAs of First Year Students

Collection

FYEE 2025 Conference

Authors

Christine Alexander, University of Maryland, College Park

Tagged Topics

FYEE 2025

teaching roles, and have had less exposure to themodeling of other GTAs and UTAs in their short academic careers. Regardless of whetherprograms work with GTAs or UTAs, the perennial obstacles of time and resources often lead to alack of pedagogical development [7]. Therefore, I invite anyone working with TAs of any levelto attend and learn from the Play as Prep Workshop. This workshop is based on the ongoing work of faculty in the Science, Technology, andSociety (STS) program at University of Maryland over the past one and a half years with 5-6UTAs of first year students in the College Park Scholars living and learning community. This is asmall scale program with a UTA cohort of 5-6 per semester serving a once-per week colloquiumof 50-90

Conference Session

Student Papers

Collection

2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

Authors

Frederick Rowell, Clemson University; Todd Schweisinger P.E., Clemson University; John R. Wagner P.E., Clemson University

Tagged Topics

Student Papers

, and PDM aremodern tools that help engineers in the design process and manufacturing of products. The growthof these PLM tools in engineering industries has presented a new challenge for engineeringeducators: how might PLM software training and education initiatives integrate into existingengineering curriculums? The main purpose of this research is to attempt to answer this questionthrough the implementation of a PLM system into an undergraduate research design team whileexamining the benefits and drawbacks of its use. An additional purpose is to bridge the gapbetween engineering curriculum and careers by training students in PLM tools.The case study was conducted with an undergraduate research team at Clemson University toimplement PLM tools

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2008 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

Authors

Marie-Pierre Huguet; Tom Haley; Sehnaz Baltaci-Goktalay

prosperity, the knowledge that NPEA provides can open significant career, discovery, andtechnology leadership opportunities. NPEA also surveys the implications of nuclear technology to instillawareness about what “responsible application” can mean.For nuclear engineering and engineering physics majors and minors, NPEA is the first in a sequence ofrequired courses that prepare students for a career involving nuclear technology. For the typically 20% ofstudents who are non-majors/minors, NPEA provides the concepts and specialized vocabulary necessary toengage with the nuclear engineering and engineering physics fields. To achieve this, the course is presentedin three units. I. Particle collision mechanics, special relativity, particle-wave duality

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2008 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

Authors

Christopher W. Swan; Julia Carroll

engineering companies, the need for marketing and business development, project procurement, and project financing b. Legal aspects of engineering: contracts and agreements, terms and conditions of engineering services, legal adjudication including Alternate Dispute Resolution c. Professional risk management techniques: insurance requirements for design professionals, peer review processes, and product quality management d. Personnel/career management including professional licensure and society participation Additionally, the course presented an overview of future trends and challenges to theengineering profession, focusing mainly on

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2008 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

Authors

design work as well as observations of theongoing group performance in the design and construction of the capstone projects.Biographical Information MAJ Brian J. Novoselich graduated from the United States Military Academy in 1996 with aBachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. He earned a Master of Science degree inmechanical engineering from the University of Texas at Austin in 2006. He has served in variouscommand and staff positions during his Army career and is currently the course director for theautomotive sub-discipline courses at USMA. In addition he is the head faculty advisor for the Baja SAEdesign teams. MAJ Justin Highley graduated from the United States Military Academy in 1995 with a Bachelorof Science

Conference Session

Broadening Participation in Civil Engineering

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bin (Brenda) Zhou, Central Connecticut State University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

explanations of how EJIcould be related to the engineering code of ethics. In addition, course enrichment activities areintentionally built into this EJI-designated course so students can listen to and learn fromindustry practitioners. For example, in the spring of 2023, a panel of female constructionprofessionals discussed their career paths, unique challenges, and interesting projects. In thespring of 2024, a group of Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) engineerspresented a few highway projects they worked on and discussed how CTDOT paid moreattention to EJI. Such course designs ensure various methods of instruction, assessment, andassignment types, complementing the EJI course content. Hartford, Connecticut, and Boston

Conference Session

Lightning Talk - Empowering Students and Strengthening Community Relationships

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Omar McFarlane Sweeney, University of Florida; Fazil T. Najafi, University of Florida

Tagged Divisions

Community Engagement Division (COMMENG)

Paper ID #47383Community Developed Water Supply a Case Study of a Sustainable Model inHampstead, St. Mary, JamaicaMr. Omar McFarlane Sweeney, University of Florida Omar McFarlane Sweeney is an engineering professional with over thirty years of experience specializing in Civil, Construction Engineering, and Project Management. Throughout his professional career, he has successfully executed several major Government-related infrastructure projects. He is a consultant lecturer in Civil Engineering at the Heriot- Watt University, Scotland and sits on the Engineering Faculty Advisory Boards of the University of the West

Conference Session

First-Year and Experiential Learning for Women Engineers

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jie Sheng, University of Washington, Tacoma; Justin Wang, The Overlake School

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Women in Engineering Division (WIED)

urban-serving university, the majority of newstudent enrollment on campus are transfer students from community colleges in the area. Forexample, whenever we reach out to recruit students and start introducing our ComputerEngineering program, a ubiquitous question arises: What’s the difference between ComputerEngineering and other engineering disciplines? And further, does the word computer inComputer Engineering imply programming? Most of the time, these questions come from femalestudents, first-generation students, or underrepresented students. Due to their diversebackground, few of them would think of Computer Engineer as their future career. They have noconfidence in getting into this field and have no idea about where and how to start. The

Conference Session

ECE-Faculty Perspectives and Curriculum Evolution

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Salma Emara, University of Toronto; Fatemeh Jazinizadeh, University of Toronto; Hamid S Timorabadi P.Eng., University of Toronto

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

careers, they oftenrecognize the interconnectedness of these foundational topics. In this work, we investigate theimpact of integrating interdisciplinary concepts into programming labs and assignments, drawingon principles from Dynamics and Electrical Fundamentals. By embedding these core engineeringconcepts into a first-year programming course, we aim to foster a broader perspective, enhanceproblem-solving skills, and spark greater engagement among students. Our approach involveddesigning assignments that incorporated cross-disciplinary content and others without suchintegration, enabling comparative analysis. Anonymous surveys captured students’ perceptions,learning experiences, and engagement levels. A mixed-methods research design

Conference Session

STEM Education and Intercultural Competence

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mihwa Park, Texas Tech University; Bernard Justus Wekullo, Texas Tech University

Tagged Divisions

Community Engagement Division (COMMENG)

experiences during the camp and gathered feedback onthe program. Table 1 shows examples of campers’ responses to some survey items.Table 1. Survey Response Examples Item Content Example response What is your favorite activity Getting to design was fun. Working with mentor to be able to come up with a design. What is the least interesting activity The workshops Share your experience at camp All is amazing and I was honored to have this experience. It was great and really fun. How does this camp connect with STEM is important in my future so it really help me understand your career interests

Conference Session

Engagement in Practice: Bridging Engineering Education and Community Impact through Collaborative Design and Construction

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sally Njoki Kimani, Tumaini Innovation Center ; Mary Wambui Muigai BSc. (Information Technology) – Ongoing, Tumaini Innovation Center; Claudia Chebet Chemweno, Tumaini Innovation Center; Dhinesh Balaji Radhakrishnan, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE); Nrupaja Bhide, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Jennifer Deboer, Purdue University – West Lafayette (College of Engineering)

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Community Engagement Division (COMMENG)

in their owncommunities.Tumaini Innovation Center(Tumaini) as a technical training institute, engages the vulnerable youth (in particular,street youth, youth who live/work in the streets [6]) in an educational model that breaks down the barriers faced by“street youth” and other vulnerable youth in a changing society. The center leverages their inherent resourcefulness,resilience and independence, and equips them with the knowledge and skills they need to have successful andproductive careers in their community. The program’s mission is to empower them with hope, knowledge, skills,opportunities and resources necessary for them to earn a positive livelihood off the streets. These livelihoodopportunities include learning vocational skills like

Conference Session

Culturally Responsive and Identity-Affirming Approaches in Pre-College STEM Education

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Timothy Wells, Arizona State University, Polytechnic Campus; Dina Verdin, Arizona State University, Polytechnic Campus

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

behavior. For example, Godwin etal. [17] found that students’ engineering identity and agency independently predicted students’engineering career choices. Verdín’s [16] study found that first-generation college students whosaw themselves as engineers also held greater engineering agency beliefs. The focus on students’beliefs provides an alternative to the challenge of interpreting student mindsets from theirbehaviors and actions [18], while the use of quantitative methods provides a chance to detectdirectional relationships in the development of students’ critical engineering agency. In this paper, we focus specifically on students’ beliefs about the role of engineering increating social change, a subset of the critical engineering agency

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 2

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ismail Fidan, Tennessee Technological University; Kumar Yelamarthi, Tennessee Technological University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

- manufacturing-industrial-informatics[18] “Tri-C Smart Manufacturing Engineering Technology: Cleveland, Ohio.” Accessed: Feb. 20, 2025. [Online]. Available: https://www.tri-c.edu/programs/engineering- technology/smart-manufacturing/index.html[19] “Career Education: Smart Manufacturing Technology | Ohlone College.” Accessed: Feb. 20, 2025. [Online]. Available: https://www.ohlone.edu/career-education/smtech[20] “Reimagining manufacturing: Penn State New Kensington paving way for industry’s future | Penn State New Kensington.” Accessed: Feb. 20, 2025. [Online]. Available: https://newkensington.psu.edu/feature/reimagining-manufacturing-penn-state-new- kensington-paving-way-industrys-future[21] “New Kensington

Conference Session

New Approaches and Leadership Development Frameworks

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Boz Bowles, Louisiana State University and A&M College; Adrienne Steele, Louisiana State University and A&M College; Rebecca Acosta Burdette; Annemarie Galeucia

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Leadership Development Division (LEAD)

whichwere institutionalized in the college at the end of the funding period [14]. The Chevron Center’smission thus grew to encompass a wider range of student success initiatives with the overarchinggoal of increasing engineering student retention and developing career-ready engineers upongraduation.Current Operations and Future DirectionsToday, the Chevron Center for Engineering Education continues to grow. Becausecommunication is a foundational element for many institutional priorities, such as teamwork,leadership, ethics, and entrepreneurship, it offers resources and programs that address thesetopics. The studio supports study abroad programs, tutoring services, workshops, and studentorganizations, providing a wide range of opportunities for

Conference Session

Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES) Technical Session 8: Communication and Liberal Education

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Catherine Woodworth Wong, University of New Hampshire; Cynthia Helen Carlson PE, PhD, Merrimack College

Tagged Divisions

Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES)

to natural disasters such asflooding and hurricanes. These resources are introduced to highlight the importance ofcommunicating environmental health information in multiple languages [28], [29].The librarian followed this opening with an active and engaging discussion of the importance ofplain language resources in various settings and the standards and guidelines [30], [31], and adiscussion of the differences between cultural competences and cultural humility [32], [33]. Sheshowed portions of a video helping to better explain the concept of cultural humility [34] andhow it applies to their careers as future engineers [35]. The introduction portion of the classactivity concluded with a think-pair-share exercise to solidify what was learned

Conference Session

Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 1

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

bodhisatta hajra, Oklahoma State University

Tagged Divisions

Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE)

apply in practice or while pursuing a graduate degree. To date, the SOA has producedtwenty-one graduates who successfully completed the GC program, and there is one additionalstudent on the verge of completing the GC program this year. Out of the twenty-one students, mostof them are currently pursuing a career in the industry with one of them recently completing agraduate degree elsewhere. Some of the students also presented their work at various conferences,based on the research conducted during the GC program. This article presents a detailed overviewof the development of the GC program, besides providing information on the duration of study,coursework and thesis requirements. The paper also highlights how the GC program can contributetowards

Conference Session

Software Engineering Division (SWED) Technical Session 2

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Afsaneh Minaie, Utah Valley University; Reza Sanati-Mehrizy, Utah Valley University

Tagged Divisions

Software Engineering Division (SWED)

fossil fuels.The rapid expansion of electric vehicles has created a growing demand for engineers withexpertise in this field. There is a recognized need for a large, well-trained workforce capable ofconducting research and development projects in electric vehicle technology. However, thedesign and implementation of electric vehicles are not yet well represented in mostundergraduate academic programs.To better prepare our electrical and computer engineering students for careers in this evolvingindustry, we encourage them to select capstone projects related to electric vehicles. This paperpresents two representative electric vehicle-oriented capstone projects undertaken by students inthese two programs, showcasing their efforts to gain hands-on

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yanxiao Feng, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Huiran Jin, New Jersey Institute of Technology

Tagged Divisions

Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

construction safety issues and the role of smart technologies in addressingthem.As construction safety becomes increasingly complex and technology-driven, engineeringeducation must adapt to prepare students for real-world challenges. A study on engineeringcurriculum development emphasizes the importance of connecting theoretical knowledge withskills tailored to career requirements. It advocates for incorporating practical, application-basedlearning into engineering programs to equip students more effectively for workforce challenges[3]. Integrating hands-on, technology-focused projects into the curriculum bridges this gap,enabling students to engage directly with advanced tools such as smart sensing technologies andwearable PPE. These experiential

Conference Session

Poster Session-Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Aldo Morales, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, The Capital College; Sedig Salem Agili, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, The Capital College

Tagged Divisions

Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

ScienceFoundation to update the SI Lab. With the updated equipment and software, we also report newstudent experiences through course projects, funded capstone projects, and internships that keepstudents current with the advances in the SI.Furthermore, SI experiences have opened career pathways in a number of local and nationalcompanies. We can proudly state that we have graduated over sixty students who have taken acourse on signal integrity or have done internships at the signal integrity laboratory and are nowworking in the SI field worldwide. Furthermore, students highly rated the course (6/7) andprovided comments such as “Lectures and hands-on during labs. The use of many SI equipmentand simulation tools plays a big part on understanding the materials

Conference Session

Computers in Education Division (COED) Poster Session (Track 1.A)

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chafic Bousaba, Guilford College

Tagged Divisions

Computers in Education Division (COED)

terms, cluster computing refers to the practice of connectingmultiple computing devices together to form and work as a unified system [1]. The advantages ofcluster computing include enhanced processing power, scalability, redundancy, and faulttolerance. It is widely used in fields such as cloud computing, scientific simulations, dataanalysis, and high-performance computing.In educational contexts, cluster computing offers a unique opportunity to engage students withcomplex concepts such as parallel computing, load balancing, and distributed databases. Theseconcepts are integral to modern IT infrastructure, and hands-on experience with cluster systemsis invaluable for the students who are pursuing careers in fields such as data science

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sanjeev Adhikari, Kennesaw State University; Arbaaz Hussain Syed; Sandeep Langar, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Rachel Mosier P.E., Oklahoma State University

Tagged Divisions

Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

engineers,six (38%) held managerial positions, two (13%) were involved in construction education, two(13%) were architects, and one (5%) was in construction estimation. All respondents reportedusing AI in their day-to-day jobs. The various applications of AI mentioned by respondentsincluded automation, campus planning, designing, BIM reports, estimation, and improvingproject efficiency. In terms of experience within the AEC industry, the majority of respondentshad less than five years of experience (early career), with 31% of respondents equally distributedbetween the categories of 5-9 years and more than ten years of experience (Figure 2). Figure 1. Respondent Gender (n=16) Figure 2. Respondent experience in