Board 37: Integration of Project-based Learning in a Surveying Course
- Conference
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Portland, Oregon
- Publication Date
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June 23, 2024
- Start Date
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June 23, 2024
- End Date
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July 12, 2024
- Conference Session
- Tagged Division
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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)
- Permanent URL
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https://strategy.asee.org/46953
Paper Authors
Fahmida Rahman Rowan University
Fahmida Rahman received her Ph.D. degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Kentucky in 2022 with a focus on Transportation Engineering. Her main research expertise covers transportation safety, traffic operation, congestion management, data mining, big data analysis, and ITS. She developed speed-based Safety Performance Functions (SPFs) for Rural Two-Lane Highways in Kentucky as part of her dissertation research. She also showed the application of Machine Learning techniques for better safety assessment of these roads. She contributed to developing the Kentucky Road User Cost tool and Travel Time Savings tool for Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC).
Aaron Nolan Rowan University
Kauser Jahan Rowan University
Dr. Kauser Jahan is Department Head and Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering in the College of Engineering at Rowan University. She completed her Ph.D. studies in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis in 1993. Dr. Jahan is a Fulbright Scholar and a registered Professional Civil Engineer. She is a leader and innovator in the area of curriculum development and is a nationally and internationally known expert in teaching. She is actively involved in environmental engineering education/research and outreach for K-12 students/educators. Her research interests include pollution prevention, alternate energy and teaching pedagogy. She has been recognized as an outstanding educator by various professional organizations.
Eric DuBois
Abstract
Surveying is a fundamental discipline with far-reaching implications for land management and infrastructure development. This paper presents an approach to including project-based learning in surveying courses specifically tailored for civil engineering, in order to match education with the changing demands of the industry and societal values. Project-based learning has the potential to effectively equip students with the essential skills and mindset required for success in the dynamic field of civil engineering, while also adequately preparing them to tackle real-world issues.
The Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at Rowan University adopted project-based learning within their surveying course. The curriculum is structured into two distinct phases. During the initial phase, students are introduced to the fundamental principles of surveying, while the subsequent part focuses on the actual implementation of these principles in laboratory settings and real-world projects. By engaging in practical application, students learn the skills necessary to operate surveying equipment, identify underutilized locations for potential improvement, and formulate detailed plans for enhancing these areas. Additionally, this procedure encompasses the compilation of reports and the presentation of their work, including concepts of surveying and drafting skills. During the course of the project, students actively participate in the process of generating ideas, employing critical thinking skills, and conducting an in-depth examination of pre-existing solutions implemented in comparable project locations.
The outcomes of project-based learning in the surveying course are multifold. It not only prepares students for internship opportunities but also provides valuable training for future professional licensure. In addition, the program fosters the development of leadership and entrepreneurship skills by engaging students in project-based learning, thereby preparing them to excel in the ever-evolving domain of civil engineering.
Rahman, F., & Nolan, A., & Jahan, K., & DuBois, E. (2024, June), Board 37: Integration of Project-based Learning in a Surveying Course Paper presented at 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Portland, Oregon. https://strategy.asee.org/46953
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