Promoting Diversity in Welding Engineering Technology through the Medium of Art
- Conference
- Location
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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
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Women in Engineering Division (WIED) Technical Session 4 - Hands-on Learning
- Tagged Division
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Women in Engineering Division (WIED)
- Tagged Topic
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Diversity
- Permanent URL
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https://strategy.asee.org/47891
Paper Authors
Mary Foss Weber State University
Dr. Mary Foss is an Associate Professor in the Department of Manufacturing Systems Engineering. With a background in industry, she saw a disconnect between classroom learning and the real-world experience she needed once joining the workforce in the Aerospace Engineering industry. As a result of her industry experience she incorporates project-based learning throughout her curriculum and service and scholarship interests as a means of developing skills in problem solving, engagement, and creativity.
Mark Baugh Weber State University
Mark R. Baugh is Associate Professor in Manufacturing Engineering Technology at Weber State University, Ogden, Utah, where he serves as a regional center director for WeldEd and a coordinator of the Miller Electric Regional Training Center. He serves as a
Yucheng Liu P.E. South Dakota State University
Dr. Yucheng Liu (PhD, PE, FASME, FSAE) currently serves as the Department Head of Mechanical Engineering (ME) Department at South Dakota State University (SDSU) and holds the Sander Professor of Entrepreneurial Engineering in the Jerome J. Lohr College of
Abstract
The Art and Science of Metalwork is an outreach event targeting 9th-12th grade girls hosted by Weber State University. This multi-day summer camp event introduces high school aged girls to various manufacturing technologies through the medium of metal art utilizing problem-based learning (PBL) methodology and organized as a partnership between the department of Manufacturing Systems Engineering and the department of Visual Arts. This paper describes the need to address some of the psychological factors of under-represented minorities (URM) within engineering and engineering technology. By creating an environment where belonging is promoted and stereotyping is decreased, the Art and Science of Metalwork Event achieves an atmosphere that is inclusive of women and girls. This camp is designed to demonstrate the role and place of women in the engineering disciplines through guest speakers and facilitators as well as engaging and interactive projects. This paper describes the basic structure of the event and schedule and details the art projects that have been used in the past years of hosting the event. This paper describes key lessons learned in the organization and facilitation of the event. Finally, this paper concludes that the Art and Science of Metalwork event is a positive way to promote the inclusion of girls into engineering fields and connect with the K12 community.
Foss, M., & Baugh, M., & Liu, Y. (2024, June), Promoting Diversity in Welding Engineering Technology through the Medium of Art Paper presented at 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Portland, Oregon. https://strategy.asee.org/47891
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