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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE) Technical Session 1: Partnerships Making It Real!

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mary E. Loveless, Baylor School; Louie C. Elliott; Benjamin H. Holt; Ramon Antonio Herrera; Elizabeth Burnette

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

Admission and Development Offices on campus in order to understand motivationfor students joining this ever-growing program as well as following up with Alumni regardingsubsequent college-preparedness and career trajectories.AcknowledgementsAuthors would like to our donors for their generous contributions. This program would not bepossible without this financial support. Special thanks members of the administration as well aspast and present BR faculty who have supported this program throughout the years. Lastly, wethank the students have passed through (and who are currently enrolled) in this program; thisprogram was created to support your curiosity, hard work, and determination.References[1] “Elementary and Secondary STEM Education | NSF

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Samuel Underwood, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Markeya S. Peteranetz, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Clarence Waters, University of Nebraska - Lincoln

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE)

programs, conceptual difficulties with core courses, a lack of self-efficacy or self-confidence, inadequate high school preparation, insufficient interest in or commitment to thefield of engineering or a change in career goals, and racism and/or sexism” [2]. Retentionprograms that directly address these attritional factors may be more successful.Common interventions have included faculty development, support programs,remedial/developmental course work, learning communities, and intervention programs tailoredto individual students [3]. Of a survey of twenty-five studies that related to improving studentretention, many potential actions with evidence of success were identified—among whichlearning communities, support groups or networks, and student

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 15: Automation and Machine Learning

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anurag Purwar, Stony Brook University

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

kinematics of thehuman body during sit-to-stand motion. By introducing students to such problems and involvingthem in design exercises early in their academic careers, they can undergo a transformative learningexperience, providing them with a sense of purpose and agency to learn mechanism design. Therefore, one of the goals of our research has been to create an intuitive and simple mech-anism design tool for robots and machines, which can provide both simulation and synthesiscapabilities. This paper introduces such a tool called MotionGen Pro [31] available at http://www.motiongen.io originally developed in the Computer-Aided Design and Innovation Lab inthe department of Mechanical Engineering at Stony Brook University. MotionGen Pro provides

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First-Year Programs Division (FYP) - Technical Session 4: Supporting Success 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Aysa Galbraith, University of Arkansas; Leslie Bartsch Massey, University of Arkansas; Heath Aren Schluterman, University of Arkansas; Gretchen Scroggin

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First-Year Programs Division (FYP)

need for academicsuccess in the engineering curriculum.With nation-wide graduation rates for engineering still holding steady around 50%, engineeringeducators and advisors are seeking ways to improve student retention and graduation. Studieshave identified several factors that drive students to leave engineering including classroomclimate, self-confidence/self-efficacy, academic preparedness, career interests, race and gender,and academic success (i.e., grades and conceptual knowledge,) [1].Math has long been considered the major academic “hurdle” in engineering study. In a previousstudy, we explored the pass and graduation rates of our freshman engineering cohort based onmath courses [2]. But, other challenging core requirements in science

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Raissa Seichi Marchiori, University of Alabama; Siyuan Song, The University of Alabama; Sepehr Khorshid, University of Alabama

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

. Also, they stated that BIM should be taught earlier in their bachelor’s, as the earlier itcan be implemented, the better students can be prepared for their careers. Finally, studentsemphasized the importance of gaining more proficiency in BIM software during theirundergraduate education.ConclusionThis study thoroughly identified solutions that the AEC industries have developed forincorporating BIM in their engineering projects. Also, the study considered the perspective ofsenior students regarding how BIM was delivered during a Senior Design Class and throughouttheir undergraduate education at UA. It is also concluded that the AEC industry is utilizing thistechnology because it was proved that BIM is a solution to transform the traditional

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ASCE Liasion Committee Presents: All Things ASCE

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rubaya Rahat, Florida International University; Mohamed Elzomor, P.E., Florida International University

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Diversity

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

issues. To accomplishthis aim, this study implemented training in a cross-listed sustainable construction class andassessed the students’ knowledge improvement as well as captured students’ change ofperception about how well they can tackle these issues in their future careers. The study'sfindings would help raise awareness of infrastructure inequality and equip the upcomingconstruction workforce with the necessary competencies to ensure an equitable infrastructuresystem.MethodologyThis research introduced the CEC students to equitable infrastructure training to addressinfrastructure inequity issues as demonstrated in the research overview framework in Figure 1.The participating students of this research were enrolled in a Sustainable Approach

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Engineering Libraries Division (ELD) Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kendall Morgan, Grainger Engineering Library and Information Center; Elisandro Cabada, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

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Engineering Libraries Division (ELD)

of Growth, Aging and Inflation for Citations to Scientific Articles from Specific Research Fields,” Journal of Informetrics, vol. 11, no. 4, Nov. 2017, pp. 1190–1200. [Online]. Available: https://doi-org.proxy2.library.illinois.edu/10.1016/j.joi.2017.10.004. [accessed Apr. 10, 2023].[4] N. D. Anderson and L. M. Pausch, A Guide to Library Service in Mathematics: the Non- Trivial Mathematics Librarian. Greenwich, CT: JAI Press, 1993.[5] T. Cole, “Librarian from 1972-2000 / Nancy Anderson / Anderson Career Highlights,” Feb. 9, 2020.[6] L. L. de Oliveira et al., “Evaluating and Mitigating the Impact of OCR Errors on Information Retrieval.” International Journal on Digital Libraries, vol. 24, no. 1, Mar. 2023, pp. 45-62

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2022 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

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Justyn Allen Bunkley, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Marc J Louise O. Caballes, Morgan State University; Margaret Ajuwon, Morgan State University; Guangming Chen, Morgan State University

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Diversity

1. Introduction Morgan State University has received a grant of about 1.6 million dollars from BASE 11, a nonprofit 501 c3 STEMcompany whose mission is to provide access and awareness to women and minorities to pursue and succeed in careers in theareas of the Next Frontier Industries such as Aerospace, Life Sciences, Cyber Security, Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality,Data Analytics, Technology education, Advanced Manufacturing, and Autonomous Systems. BASE 11 plans to achieve thisgoal with their Next Frontier hands-on programs and events, mentoring programs, and additional resources and experiencesthat allow students the opportunity to learn from trained professionals in their respective fields. This funding will aid MorganState in

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2022 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

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Dylan Louis Vongrej; Juan F Galindo-Maza, Raritan Valley Community College ; Luke P Ingenito, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Darwin Arias Lizano, Rutgers School of Engineering; Jenna Nugent; Kate Rybak; Darren McManus, Raritan Valley Community College / Arts & Design Department; Peter Raymond Stupak, Main Engine Start a NJ Non-Profit Corporation

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Diversity

Paper ID #36188Peter Stupak is President and Founder of the non-profit organization Main Engine Start that is dedicatedto project-based learning for students of all ages to discover their passion for Science and Engineeringand increase their self esteem and confidence. Prior to creating his non-profit organization, Peter was anAssociate Professor of Engineering and Physics at the Raritan Valley Community College from 2014 to2021, and before that he enjoyed a 22-year career in the fiber-optics manufacturing industry, living, andworking in 7 countries. Peter’s work involved him in Research and Development, Engineering and Man-ufacturing Management, and culminating in the construction, start-up, and operation of an optical fiberfactory in Suzhou

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2022 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

Authors

Alexander John De Rosa, Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science); Frank T Fisher, Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science); Ashley Lytle

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Diversity

energy harvesting/scavenging, and engineering pedagogy and instructional tech- nologies. Awards that he has received include the NSF CAREER award, the 2016 Alexander Crombie Humphreys Distinguished Teaching Associate Professor award (Stevens), the 2014 Distinguished Faculty Mentor Award from the Stevens Student Government Association, the 2009 ASEE Mechanics Division Outstanding New Educator Award, and the 2009 Outstanding Teacher Award from the Stevens Alumni Association.Dr. Ashley Lytle Ashley Lytle is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, New Jersey, USA. Lytle earned her PhD at Stony Brook University, New York, USA. Her research explores how prejudice

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ASEE-NE 2022

Authors

Mansour Zenouzi, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Gregory J Kowalski, Northeastern University; Aliagha Rezvani

consumption of a household in Boston is 3,374 kWh/year,approximately 10,720 homes could be supplied by this energy source. This estimate justifies themerit of further academic research on the subject and illustrates the imprtance of introducing thesetheories early in a student’s career. Implemented Methods: There are different techniques for converting the salinity gradient energy to electricity. Some of the promising methods and the most investigated include pressure retarded osmosis

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Civil Engineering Division Poster Session

Collection

2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mohammad Jonaidi, Kennesaw State University; Simin Nasseri, Society of Manufacturing Engineers

participants’ questions and how to use the soft skills they learned for their future career. Theylearned how to create posters and presentation slides using the Power-Point package. Theylearned many soft skills along the way, which will be very important for their future as engineersor graduate students.All students became involved in presenting the various aspects of the project in theundergraduate research symposiums and conferences. Two students had poster presentation in anevent in the Georgia Capitol. Along the way they learned: • how a scientific paper should be written, • how to address the previous work carefully and select only those which have been relevant, • how the data should be presented in the paper, • how the

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Civil Engineering Division - Mechanics Applied and the Best in Five... Get Ready!

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2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anthony Battistini, Angelo State University; Guillermo Alvarez

SpecimensFigure 15: Block Shear Failure using Minimum Edge Bolt Distance of 0.75˝ instead of 2.00˝ (see Figure B-3 for original specimen geometry) Figure 16: Tearout Failure (see Figure B-6 for specimen geometry) Figure 17: Yielding Failure with Pronounced Lüders Bands (due to miscommunication, students fabricated width of plate to be 4.50˝ and UTM was unable to reach the load needed for fracture, but yielding was well observed throughout the gross section)Overall, the students verbally reported that they enjoyed the activities. They indicated they hadan increased appreciation for fabrication tolerances, which they would carry forward into theirdesign careers. They also stated they could finally visualize

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ETD Technical Session 5 - ET Curriculum and Programs II

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2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Miguel Arriagada, Universidad Andres Bello; Genaro Zavala, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Monterrey, Mexico Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile

, presenting other specific courses using software to be integratedinto the academic structure of earth science careers is projected.References[1] P. Patpatiya, S. Sharma, V. Bhatnagar, J. Tomar, and J.K. Shalu, "Approaches for Concising AutoCAD Files" in Proceedings of International Conference on Advancements in Computing & Management (ICACM), September 2019.[2] J. Wang, D. Ma, and Y. Zhou, "Study on the visual prediction and analysis method of mining subsidence," Advanced Materials Research, vol. 402, pp. 724-727, 2011.[3] Pérez Gómez, Ángel, La cultura escolar en la sociedad neoliberal, Morata. Barcelona,1999.[4] H. Barrios-Tao, “Neurociencias, educación y entorno sociocultural (Nuerociences, education and sociocultural contect

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Experiential Learning in Mechanics

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2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Seyed Mohammad Seyed Ardakani; Joshua Ellis, Ohio Northern University

from the start. For students who do not have this prior knowledge or experience, Staticsbecomes a huge hurdle in their engineering career and may drive them away from the field ingeneral. The 3D-Printed Statics Modeling Kit was designed to give students a better way to startvisualizing 3D problems in Statics. This skill is fundamental to any upper-level engineering classand sets them up to succeed in the years to come. This Kit gives students the chance to catch upquickly with peers and allows them to develop fundamental skills in a hands-on setting.The creation of this kit occurred over three months, during the summer of 2021. The researchprocess began in June, with the initial prototypes developing in early July. Over the next monthand a

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First-Year Programs Division Technical Session 13: Work-in-Progress Postcard Session #2

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2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Qudsia Tahmina, The Ohio State University at Marion

to adapt to the instructor’s teaching method which helps establish a connection with the instructor that lasts the entire semester. Situations like the pandemic break that bond which causes confusion and lack of concentration and cognitive distress among students. The disruption in learning urges students to explore alternative learning approaches such as virtual or spatial learning, gamification, and even solitary learning which are different from traditional teaching methods used in the classroom. Convoluted information instills a feeling of stress and withdrawal which will be detrimental to their career. With the availability of vaccination, the transition back to in-person classes was feasible. The

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division Technical Session - Interdisciplinary Capstone Projects, Pandemic Adapted Mechatronics Lab, Call for Change

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2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Quintero, San Francisco State University; Silverio Lopez; Nicolas Perticari Pesci

completing the project Percentageobjectives during remote learning?Very High Concern 17.65 %High Concern 17.65 %Slight Concern 41.18 %No Concern 23.53 %In terms of equipment accessibility, the results revealed most students had at least one form ofengineering manufacturing or test equipment. Rapid prototyping is a key element within asemester-long mechatronics course [27]. High school or early-career college students are gettingtrained on basic rapid prototyping equipment or tools (i.e., 3D Printer, Drill

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Community Engagement Division Technical Session 4- COVID and Virtual Learning

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2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jessica Smith, Colorado School of Mines; Juan Lucena, Colorado School of Mines; Angelina Rivera, Colorado School of Mines

help you connect your educational experiences to your future career? 3. Do you feel that the faculty and other academic staff play a role in how you see yourself as a successful engineer? 4. How have staff or other aspects of your university make you feel undermined or have caused you to question yourself about being successful in engineering? 5. What are the top three characteristics of a program that solidifies that you belong in engineering? 6. What is an example of an experience in engineering that made you feel like you belonged in the nature of the profession? 7. Can you think of an example in engineering that made you feel you didn’t belong in the nature of the profession?Data AnalysisWe

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Innovation In Teaching - I

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2022 ASEE Zone IV Conference

Authors

Daniel E Kane, Utah State University; Theresa Green, Utah State University - Engineering Education; Natalie L Shaheen, Illinois State University; Wade H Goodridge, Utah State University

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Conference Submission, Diversity

field of spatial ability to show that spatial thinking has apositive effect on student success in a variety of academic settings and is especially beneficial tostudents in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields [4]-[5]. One studyin the field of engineering has shown that participation in a rigorous engineering course led to asignificant increase in spatial ability [6]. One of the long-lasting benefits of enhancing spatialability, as a student, is the positive correlation it is seen to have on success as a professional inSTEM fields. Research has shown that a majority of students who demonstrated high levels ofspatial thinking in high school and college went on to lead successful careers in various STEMdisciplines [7

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Computer Science

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ASEE Southeast Section Conference

Authors

Xiang Zhao, Alabama A&M University; Showkat Chowdhury, Alabama A&M University; Tamara Chowdhury, Alabama A&M University

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Professional Engineering Education Papers

’ interests in their areas of study, motivating students’ problem solving and thereforeengagement [16][17][18]. However, the challenges do exist for the academically under-preparedstudent groups or when lack of appropriate tutor resources [19][20].Project-Based Learning (ProjBL) is an instructional methodology that encourages studentsto learn and apply knowledge and skills through an engaging experience. It provides students theopportunities for deeper learning and for the development of important non-cognitive skills forcollege and career readiness. Students drive their learning by inquires, research and collaborationtoward the completion of the projects. The role of the instructor shifts from a content-deliverer toa facilitator and mentor. Compared

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Student Division Technical 4: Student Experience & Competencies

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2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mehdi Lamssali, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (CoE); Alesia Ferguson; Olivia Nicholas, RAPID; Andrea Ofori-Boadu, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (CoE); Angela White

materials, processes, and workforce development. Andrea has over 20 years of occupational experience, with her most recent experience being in teaching, research, and service. Dr. Ofori-Boadu is a dedicated instructor, advisor, mentor, and role model who has served over 1,500 undergraduate and graduate students. Andrea has received almost $2M from funding agencies to include the National Science Foundation (NSF), the Engineering Information Foundation (EIF), the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), the National Housing Endowment (NHE), and East Coast Construction Services (ECCS). In 2019, she received her prestigious NSF CAREER grant to construct substantive theories that explain professional identity

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division Technical Session 1

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2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Philip Appiah-Kubi, University of Dayton; Melissa McCabe, University of Dayton; Vincent Lewis, University of Dayton; Rebecca Blust, University of Dayton; James Brothers, University of Dayton; Phil Doepker

understanding and application of newly learned material. Additionally, experientiallearning programs focus on "cognitive, social, and personal outcomes" [1] that can help to educateand improve the whole person, not simply the aspect of a student regarding their performancewithin the classroom [1]. Experiential learning is multifaceted and helps improve studentinteractions with new material, which increases their overall level of engagement in theireducation.Experiential learning benefits students during their educational careers and after entering theworkforce. According to Wurdinger and Allison [2], employers prefer hiring students who are"adept in life skills such as problem solving and creativity" [2], which are critical points of focuswithin

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Civil Engineering Division ASCE Liaison Committee - Accreditation and Curriculums - What Changes Are Occurring?

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2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Norb Delatte, Oklahoma State University; Camilla Saviz, University of the Pacific; Audra Morse, Michigan Technological University; Brock Barry, United States Military Academy

since 2009. Dr. Barry holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Rochester Institute of Technology, a Master of Science degree from University of Colorado at Boulder, and a PhD in Engineering Education from Purdue University. Prior to pursuing a career in academics, Dr. Barry spent 10 years as a senior geotechnical engineer and project manager on projects throughout the United States. He is a licensed professional engineer. Dr. Barry's passion is teaching the Army's future engineers. He was recognized for his remarkable teaching with the American Society for Engineering Education 2020 National Outstanding Teaching Award. © American Society for Engineering Education, 2022

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Engineering Ethics Division: Approaches to Ethics Education (Part 1)

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2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kenneth McDonald, United States Military Academy

those standards of excellence which are appropriate to, and partially definitive of, that form of activity, with the result that human powers to achieve excellence, and human conception of the ends and good involve, are systematically extended [11].MacIntyre goes on to further describe what he means by “practice” by describing differentexamples. The field of engineering falls into Macintyre’s practice definition. His point here isthat to excel in a practice, the exercise of virtue is required. Virtue becomes the mechanism forthe engineer that will guide them through the infinite number of ethical situations experienced intheir careers and through which they will achieve the internal goods of practicing engineering.Virtue in

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DEED Technical Session 1: Adapting to COVID and other Design Challenges

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2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Heather Orser; Tiffany Ling, University of St. Thomas

significant aspects ofassessing students in the course [2, 3] and it is important to provide students meaningful ways topractice their communication skills. Communication with a general audience is a particularlydifficult and important skill for engineers to develop. Books [4] and articles [5, 6] discuss bestpractices for career scientists and engineers to communicate their work to the public, but formany capstone courses, the primary exposure and use of this type of communication is a publicexhibition of some type such as a design show.At the University of St Thomas (UST), the capstone course is an integrated design class withmechanical, electrical, computer, and civil engineering students. Students spend two semestersdesigning, analyzing, building

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Military and Veterans Division Technical Session 1

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2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert Rabb, The Citadel; Ronald Welch, The Citadel; Alyson Eggleston, The Citadel

Experience into Higher Education and Civilian Society,” Proceedings of the ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition 2016, New Orleans, LA, June 26-29, 2016.[9] 2013 National Science Foundation Workshop, "Transitioning Veterans to Engineering Related Careers," National Science Foundation, Washington DC, 2013.[10] T. Heap, R. Thompson and A. Fein, “Designing teacher professional development programs to support a rapid shift to digital,” Educational Technology Research and Development, 1-4, 2020.[11] N. Kapasia, P. Paul, A. Roy, J. Saha, A. Zaveri, A., R. Mallick, B. Barman, P. Das & P Chouhan, P., “Impact of lockdown on learning status of undergraduate and postgraduate students during COVID-19 pandemic in

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division Technical Session 2

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2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tanja Greene, Marian University

research.” − “Although biology is not the most interesting field of study for me, I found that this course gave me a better understanding of how things work.” − “The first and most important thing I like about biophysics was the relationship to all the material I have seen through my engineering student career. Looking at stresses, thermodynamics, fluids, etc.” − “I really enjoyed the idea of having a project-based course as it allowed me to choose a topic I am really interested in and dig deeper into the biophysics behind it.” − “Even though it was different material I enjoyed the change of pace from all the math and physics-based classes.”In addition to the comments above, students also mentioned wanting

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WIED: Community

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2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Callie Miller, James Madison University; Daniel Castaneda, James Madison University; Melissa Aleman, James Madison University

that extending the clock did not makesense. We had found empowerment in taking the onus of making “the best” career decision forourselves by being vulnerable with each other in our decision making. For the author in Spring2021, particularly at the height of the pandemic, she was making decisions on an hourly basisregarding management of a babysitter, caring for parents going through medical treatments mademore complex by lack of medical personnel and hospital resources, attending as technicalsupport for virtual K-12 education experiences, planning meals, picking up groceries, orderingPPE for the family, and maintaining constant housework. Self-care was nonexistent for her, anddecision fatigue was rampant. Her collaboration with the co-author

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Remediation and Curricular Changes to Improve Student Learning and Outcomes

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2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alberth Alvarado; Jose Portillo; Byron Linares Roman

requiring a sequence of remedial courses with no credits toward the student’s degree. However, this may be discouraging, especially at the beginning of their career. MATH 101 overcomes these difficulties by following a simple but practical adaptive design based upon a branching algorithm, where the students can learn the material at their own pace. Due to its virtual format and flexibility, this course can be made available to our prospective students even before they start college. We are willing to measure the results of the latter idea, and we will report our findings in our future work.Figure 8: Inner Adaptive Scheme flow chart for unit X of the course. N represents the number of

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International Division Technical Session 4 - Global South Engineering

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2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jorge Loyo Rosales, Rice University; Maria Raynal Gutiérrez, Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM)

opinion withoutjudgment, open to new possibilities.”The similarities highlighted by the respondents were on the technical and water knowledge,project, and career goals of engineering students. Examples of the students’ comments include:• “Sometimes there was a language barrier when describing certain aspects of the water harvesting and treatment processes, so that was one cultural difference. Otherwise, it felt like we had a lot in common since we are studying similar things at university and are in the same age group.”• “The main similarity was how we both wanted a common goal of trying to help make water more accessible to people. I personally didn't find many differences between the two classes in regards to ideas or content