Faculty Advisor
DiBiasio, David
Faculty Advisor
Kazantzis, Nikolaos K.
Abstract
This project was aimed at developing a methodology for improving the enrollment statistics of underrepresented students in STEM degree programs. An assessment was administered drawing inference from the correlation between academic performance, perception of engineering and decision to pursue a STEM degree. Strong correlations were observed between academic performance, perception of engineering, importance of Mathematics and one's choice to pursue a STEM degree. A project-based curriculum addendum was proposed and a private sector engineering design program was developed and implemented.
Publisher
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Date Accepted
May 2007
Project Type
Interactive Qualifying Project
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Advisor Department
Chemical Engineering