Document Type
Conference Paper
Version Deposited
Published Version
Publication Date
7-26-2021
Conference Name
2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference
Abstract
In the engineering discipline, it is of utmost importance to give value to applied learning because as engineers, we are expected to innovate, and innovations happen when theoretical ideas are implemented successfully. Design thinking is one such approach that can enhance the value of theoretical concepts and motivate the students to visualize their ideas in more meaningful ways. The five stages of design thinking include: (i) Empathize, (ii) Define, (iii) Ideate, (iv) Prototype, and (v) Test. The traditional engineering curriculum focuses on the last four stages and thus leads to a skewed perspective among students with regards to problem definition, formulation, and solution. In this proposed curricular modification, we have developed computational modules as part of the Process Optimization and Experimental Methods in Chemical Engineering courses offered to seniors in the chemical engineering department as electives, which encompass all five stages of design thinking.
Recommended Citation
Stengel, J. P., & Jerpoth, S. S., & Yenkie, K. M. (2021, July), Integrating Design Thinking in Chemical Engineering Coursework for Enhanced Student Learning Paper presented at 2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access, Virtual Conference. https://peer.asee.org/37358
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