Paper ID #49763Mindset Matters: Exploring Grit and Attitudes in Engineering and CS Undergradsin an NSF S-STEM funded programDr. Tina Johnson Cartwright, Marshall University Dr. Tina Cartwright is a professor of science education at Marshall University. She collaborates with colleagues across both the Colleges of Science and Engineering and Computer Science to support student success in STEM.Julie Lynn Snyder-Yuly, Marshall University Julie Snyder-Yuly, Associate Professor Department of Communication Studies, Marshall University (Ph.D. University of Utah, 2017). Dr. Snyder-Yuly’s research engages qualitative and
Interdiffusion of Mathematics and Materials Engineering: Co-Teaching with Impact (A Work in Progress) Maila Hallare1,* and Tanjore V. Jayaraman2,* 1 Department of Mathematical Sciences, US Air Force Academy, CO 80840 2 Department of Mechanical Engineering, US Air Force Academy, CO 80840 * Equal contributionAbstractMechanical engineering students frequently encounter concepts of diffusion, particularly in materials science andengineering, where Fick’s Laws describe the mass
teaching and learning networks in engineering departments and colleges. He received his doctoral degree in Engineering Education at Virginia Tech, where he was a recipient of the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship. His dissertation studied the teaching practices of engineering instructors during game-based learning activities, and how these practices affected student motivation.VARUN KATHPALIA, University of Georgia Varun Kathpalia, born and raised in northern part of India, joined EETI as a PhD student in the Spring of 2024. He completed his undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering from Chitkara Institute of Engineering and Technology (Punjab Technical University, India) and master’s degree in Mechanical
Paper ID #46463Comparing the attitudes and outcomes of first-time, continuing, and first-generationstudents in an engineering undergraduate research programDr. Adrian Rodriguez, The University of Texas at Austin Adrian Rodriguez is an Engineering Content Developer for zyBooks, a Wiley brand and a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin. His research interests include engineering education, multibody dynamics, contact and impact with friction, electro-mechanical systems, and nonlinear dynamics. He earned his B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin and his
Paper ID #46901BOARD # 335: CAREER: Basics Matter: The Role of Space and Documentsin Supporting Critical Conversations and Inclusion on an NSF Funded EngineeringEducation Research GroupDr. Courtney June Faber, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York Courtney Faber, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor of Engineering Education at the University at Buffalo (UB). Prior to joining UB in August of 2023, she was a Research Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer in Engineering Fundamentals at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. She was also the Director of the Fundamentals of Engineering and Computing Teaching in
participants in a cross-sectional study in design-based engineering courses.Specifically, we share here our developed interview protocol for data collection using the critical incidentmethods and artifact elicitation. We share preliminary findings from a pilot interview conducted with asenior engineering student in an early phase of their capstone design project. 1. IntroductionCan the movement of novice designers in a design space offer a profound learning opportunity in design?Exploring this question is vital to improving the design learning experiences to both students and designeducators. In literature, the affordances of a physical space for learning, and as a pedagogical method, isoften referred to as active learning spaces (ALS) [1]. In a
Paper ID #49828WIP: Building Supportive Campus Communities Through the MakerSpaceInitiativeMr. David Kriesberg, University of Maryland College Park David Kriesberg is a Mechanical Engineer and educator with a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Maryland. He currently serves as the Instructional Fabrication Lab Manager for Terrapin Works at UMD, where he oversees hands-on engineering education and supports student innovation through advanced fabrication resources. In addition to his managerial role, David teaches ENES100: Introduction to Engineering Design and ENME272: Introduction to Computer-Aided
Paper ID #48529BOARD # 296: Research Experiences for Undergraduate Students in ComputationalSciences and Engineering through an NSF Funded REU SiteDr. Vassilios Tzouanas, University of Houston-Downtown Vassilios Tzouanas is a Professor and Chairman of the Computer Science and Engineering Technology department at the University of Houston- Downtown, in Houston, Texas.Dr. Henry Clyde Foust, University of Houston - DowntownDvijesh J Shastri, University of Houston - DowntownEmre YilmazProf. Arash Rahmatian, University of Houston - DowntownMahmud Hasan, University of Houston - Downtown Mahmud Hasan is an Assistant Professor in the
Paper ID #48158Engineering in Clinical Practices: An Evidence-Based Review of Two-CourseSequenceCharlotte Da Jung Sevrain, Vanderbilt University Charlotte Sevrain is a junior at Vanderbilt University, pursuing a degree in Biomechanical Engineering. She serves as an undergraduate research intern with the Vanderbilt Institute for Surgery and Engineering (VISE), where she has contributed to innovative research for a year.Nathan Zhang, Vanderbilt University Nathan Zhang is a undergraduate studying biomedical engineering at Vanderbilt University working on biomedical engineering education in conjunction with the Vanderbilt
Next Leaders Academy:Ethical AI Camp2024 RecapIn June 2024, the Gaskins Foundation hosted a pilot camp title “NextLeaders Academy: Ethical AI Camp” for high school students in theGreater Cincinnati area. by Delano White 1 Camp Overview June 8-12, 2024 Location: University of Cincinnati Digital Futures Building Target Age: 9-12 grades Focus: Exploring ethical considerations in the development and application of AIThe Digital Futures is part of the University of theCincinnati. Housed within the Cincinnati InnovationDistrict, the building houses research labs, co-working spaces, meeting rooms, and otheramenities to foster creativity and growth in the
Systems.Roy Daniel McLeod, University of South AlabamaSudhanshu Tarale, University of South AlabamaChristine Goldman Robinson, University of South Alabama Registered Professional Engineer in Alabama and Mississippi; Currently working full-time in consulting engineering for Schoel as Sr. Project Manager and utility team lead, after teaching Civil Engineering at UA-Huntsville and consulting part-time from 2006 -2022.Mr. Matthew Christopher Monday, University of South Alabama Computer Engineer with B.S in Computer Engineering and a M.S. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of South Alabama. Current PhD student in systems engineering at the University of South Alabama.David Seger, University of South
AbstractThis paper demonstrates the design and implementation of an innovative gamified softwareapplication for learning human-spoken languages. The game serves as an interactive and enjoyablesupplement to aid the learning process of different languages for elementary-aged children. At its core,the application uses a translation Application Programming Interface (API) to process text and outputtranslations in the target language chosen by the learner. Additionally, it is AI-enabled, allowing theutilization of APIs such as OpenAIs’s ChatGPT to enhance the translation capabilities. Provided is abasic proof of concept that was developed as part of the Final Pi Project in the Intermediate ComputerProgramming (COSC 1352) course. The gamified program was
Paper ID #49616Robotic Wildfire Detection Using Computer VisionMr. Preston K Sellards, Marshall UniversityMathew Allen, Marshall UniversityProf. Pingping Zhu, Marshall University Prof. Pingping Zhu is an assistant professor in the Department of Computer Sciences and Electrical Engineering at Marshall University.Ben Taylor, Marshall University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Robotic Wildfire Detection Using Computer VisionAbstractIn today's world, wildfires represent a global challenge that is accelerated by climate change, whichrequires researchers to propose new solutions for
machine learning applications; energy management; hybrid energy systems; microgrid protection ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Analysis of the Impact of Tower Footing Impedance on the Low Voltage Ride Through Capability of Wind Farm SystemsIntroductionThis work seeks to integrate the results of technical research into engineering curriculum,thereby closing the divide between research and teaching. The investigation of tower footingimpedance and its influence on LVRT capability will serve as a practical case study forstudents, enhancing their comprehension of wind energy systems. Preliminary research wasdone to analyze the educational impact, utilizing the material in classroom
Paper ID #49474Enhancing Deep Learning in Geotechnical Engineering through CognitiveTools and Transmedia Storytelling (Work-in-Progress)Danielle Gao, Smith College Danielle Gao is an undergraduate student majoring in Cognitive Neuroscience and Educational Psychology at Smith College. As a STRIDE scholar, she has worked on this Deep Learning in Geotechnical Engineering project for two years.Dr. Glenn W Ellis, Smith College Glenn Ellis is a Professor of Engineering at Smith College who teaches courses in engineering science and methods for teaching science and engineering. He received a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Lehigh
GIFTS: Experiential, Research-Based Learning as part of the First-Year Innovative Research Experience’s Bio Inspired Robotics StreamIntroductionTraditionally, college-level research is conducted by graduate and upper-level undergraduatestudents. The Bio Inspired Robotics (BR) Stream (a form of lab group), as part of a largerundergraduate research experience, gives first-year, undergraduate students the uniqueopportunity to conduct authentic, college-level, robotics research within the first few semestersof their academic career. BR stream teaching structure is based upon active, research-basedlearning methods, tailored to the unique scientific and technical aspects of bio inspired robotics.Though most stream activities are centered
University of Texas at Arlington Nilakshi Veerabathina Department of Physics University of Texas at Arlington AbstractThe role of non-tenure track faculty members in the present-day urban public university is critical butoften not well-recognized. Though this is a result of a historical scenario, in recent times, institutionshave been working towards the furtherance of non-tenure track faculties. The American Associationof Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) held a workshop in the Summer of 2024. The workshop's goalwas to encourage participating institutions to include non-tenure track STEM
Paper ID #47723Faculty Development to Facilitate Institutionalization of the Engineers forOne Planet FrameworkDr. Bridget M Wadzuk, Villanova UniversityVictoria Minerva, Villanova University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Work In Progress: Faculty Development to Facilitate Institutionalization of the Engineers for One Planet FrameworkIntroductionAs we continue to train engineering students to become professional engineers, sustainabilitymust be viewed as a foundational principle and priority in engineering education and design. TheLemelson Foundation (TLF) developed the Engineering for One Planet (EOP
Paper ID #46350Conducting an International Med-IoT Project under the Innovation-BasedLearning ModelMr. Victor Tsui, University of North Dakota Victor Tsui is a Professional Chemical Engineer and a multidisciplinary biomedical engineer by train for over 30 years in biotech companies in San Francisco Bay Area. Victor graduated from Hong Kong Polytechnics University and University of Wisconsin with a master’s degree in engineering. He obtained a bachelor’s degree in computer science and certificate in project management. Victor is a co-founder for ”Powder Pharmaceuticals” a needle-free drug delivery device manufacturing in
significance of this research lies in its potentialapplications across diverse sectors, such as search and rescue operations, entertainment, andhuman-computer interaction. The drone control strategies developed in this research hold promisefor enhancing user interaction and contributing to more intuitive and accessible drone operationsacross various industries. These advancements signify progress towards establishing a more user-friendly and versatile autonomous drone landscape, highlighting the research’s implications andpractical applications.1. Introduction The growing demand for intuitive and efficient control systems in drone technology hasspurred significant research into alternative methods for interacting with these devices
Paper ID #47354Applied Experiential Learning: Benefiting First Year Students and Co-opEmployers with Student Developed Lesson PlansEric Dino Andrews , E.I.T., BPR Surveying Eric Andrews is a recent Civil Engineering graduate from York College of Pennsylvania (YCP), currently working at BPR Surveying, where he designs stormwater management systems for site development projects. During his time at YCP, Eric served as an academic tutor for three years, a teaching assistant, and an active member of the YCP ASCE Student Chapter. He also co-founded the YCP Surveying Team and the Sustainable Solutions Team. Eric completed
-oriented course for engineering students placed in pre-calculus courses. He has also developed and co-teaches the Fundamentals of Engineering Design course that includes a wide spectra of activities to teach general engineering students the basics of engineering design using a hands-on approach which is also engaging and fun. He is an Institute for Teaching Excellence Fellow at NJIT and the recipient of NJIT’s 2022 Excellence in Teaching Award - Lower Division Undergraduate Instruction, 2022 Newark College of Engineering Excellence in Teaching Award, and 2018 Saul K. Fenster Innovation in Engineering Education Award.Dr. Ashish D Borgaonkar, New Jersey Institute of Technology Dr. Ashish Borgaonkar works as an Assistant
2025 ASEE Northeast Section Conference, March 22, 2025, University of Bridgeport, Bridgpeort, CT, USA. Enhancing Professionalism Education in Sophomore Engineering through Active Learning Shinae Jang School of Civil and Environmental Engineering University of Connecticut Storrs, United States Shinae.jang@uconn.edu Abstract—Professionalism education is a critical component This gap leaves students with limited opportunities to developof engineering curricula to
Paper ID #48614BOARD #167: We Don’t Just Want to Talk: Professional Learning Communitieswith Action Oriented ApproachesLara Chiaverini, University of Connecticut Lara Chiaverini (she/her) is the Director of Staff and Faculty Impact & Belonging at UConn, a position she has held since 2023. In the Vergnano Institute for Inclusion (VII) within the College of Engineering, Lara leads initiatives focused on staff and faculty development, which includes creating learning communities and advancing the co-creation of meaningful assessments for effective and inclusive teaching practices in STEM education. Her work emphasizes
AI and Engineering Education My assignment for this paper is to provide a framework for discussion of the AI topics, themes,and issues raised and addressed by the papers in this specific session. To cite one of the TELPhE ProgramCo-Chairs, “The idea is to invent a story about the connections or potential connections among theideas.” I cannot write the final version of this paper until I have the final papers for the session in hand,but I can give a general description of the content based on the abstracts and drafts for the papers. Viewed from a generalized overview perspective, the abstracts and draft papers span a broadrange of current thinking and practice regarding AI in engineering education. One of the four
Paper ID #45709Work In Progress: Remote FPGA Lab - An Interactive Online Environmentfor Teaching FPGA Development FundamentalsMr. Ze Yang, University Of Toronto A master of engineering student at University of Toronto.Dr. Hamid S Timorabadi P.Eng., University of Toronto Hamid Timorabadi received his B.Sc, M.A.Sc, and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical Engineering from the University of Toronto. He has worked as a project, design, and test engineer as well as a consultant to industry. His research interests include the application of digital signal processing in power systems. ©American Society for
Paper ID #48111BOARD # 51: Fostering Engineering Enthusiasm and Inspiration: EngagingThrough Collaborative Mind-MappingXiaofeng Wu, Georgia Institute of Technology Xiaofeng Wu is a Ph.D. student in Civil and Environmental Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology, working under the supervision of Dr. David Frost. She holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of California, Irvine, and an M.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley. She recently obtained her Tech to Teaching certificate from Georgia Tech’s Center for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning (CETL), and was
Paper ID #49652Bringing College Level Engineering Research Experiences into the K-12 ClassroomMrs. Kendra Zagozda, Fort Worth ISDRoberto WheelockRaziye Aghapour, The University of Texas at ArlingtonSoulmaz Rahman Mohammadpour, The University of Texas at ArlingtonJaivardhan Sood, The University of Texas at Arlington Jaivardhan is a PhD student in the Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering department at the University of Texas at Arlington. His research focuses on statistics, optimisation, and their intersection.Dr. Erick C. Jones, The University of Texas at Arlington Erick Jones is an assistant professor in the IMSE
Paper ID #47064BOARD #121: How Research Based Partnerships Create Meaningful WorkforceDevelopment Curriculum Work In ProgressDr. Todd R Hamrick, West Virginia University Dr. Todd Hamrick, Ph.D. is aTeaching Professor in the Fundamentals of Engineering Program at West Virginia University Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources, a position he has held since 2011. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025How Research Based Partnerships Create Meaningful Workforce DevelopmentCurriculum Work In ProgressAbstractThis research strives to identify and address needs of industry by partnering with
Paper ID #48301BOARD # 226: ASEE Faculty Teaching Excellent Task Force: IUSE ICTCapacity Building grant results and Level 1 Registered Engineering EducatorPilot RolloutDr. Donald P. Visco Jr., The University of Akron Donald P. Visco, Jr. is the former Dean of the College of Engineering at The University of Akron and currently a Professor of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering.Dr. Jenna P. Carpenter, Campbell University Dr. Carpenter is Founding Dean of Engineering at Campbell University. She is Chair of the ASEE Long-Rangge Planning Committee and the ASEE Strategic Doing Governance Team. She is a past Vice President