Project Info

Integration of Sociotechnical Engineering into Core Courses

This project strives to make evident the sociotechnical nature of engineering in core engineering courses at Mines and CU Boulder. As an engineering education project, this research will require the student researcher to gain diverse research skills in both quantitative and qualitative social science research methods. It relies on many data sources – student focus groups, coursework, student surveys and faculty reflection logs – to explore the complexities of sociotechnical integration in engineering education.

For more information:
https://www.mines.edu/sociotechnicaleducation/

Student Preparation

Qualifications

Open-mindedness about engineering education and educational research.
The ability to read and write critically.
Attention to detail.
The ability to complete tasks on-time, work closely with faculty and student collaborators, and communicate well with other members of the research team.

Time Commitment

5-10 hours/week

Skills/Techniques Gained

Quantitative and qualitative research methods
Writing of research papers, including the possibility of co-authorship on a paper

Mentoring Plan

The student will meet weekly with the other students on the team and a faculty member of the team. They will also join for monthly team research meetings and individual meetings with faculty when needed.