Pedagogical PCB; Hardware for Pedagogical Uses in Embedded Programming 53 views

Both of these papers research the factors associated with the use of Hardware Learning tools. The technical paper focuses on the development of these tools with the main deliverable from the process being a new printed circuit board (PCB) for the introductory embedded programing class (ECE 3430). This paper outlines design objectives, specifications that meet these objectives, and the plan to test each specification. It also shares final results from the project going over how each component functioned in the final design along with a budget that encompasses all costs associated with the design. The sociotechnical portion of the thesis focuses on how these devices are used in the classroom, how effective of a learning tool they are, and what is the best way to implement them. Through the use of the The Social Construction of Technology (SCOT) framework the societal affects from Hardware usage in a classroom is investigated. Also, the paper investigated how technical pedagogical tools have historically developed and used the ethical theory of Consequentialism to examine the wider engineering field and not just relevant social groups. These two papers are connected through the shared link to understanding learning tools in the classroom specifically Hardware tools used for teaching programming. As technology is continuing to evolve, it offers up new ways to improve outcomes in engineering education. Ongoing advancements open possibilities for integrating teaching tools that can be beneficial for students. A better understanding of these tools can help to advance the learning process for students and better prepare students for industry. Both of these papers seek to increase knowledge of these tools and how they interact with society, whether that be through development or in-classroom use.

BS (Bachelor of Science)

Embedded; Programming; Teaching Methods

School of Engineering and Applied Science Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering Technical Advisor: Rumali Siddiqua STS Advisor: Travis Elliott Technical Team Members: Connor Cutshall, Zackary Dickens

English

2026-05-07