Teaching
Teaching Philosophy
My research-informed teaching applies theories of active experience-based learning using innovative approaches. These approached aim to reinforce students’ skills such as problem-solving and active learning. Using strategies such as in-class hands-on activities, multimedia tools, and educational video games, I apply constructivist and social cognitive learning theories. These theories promote learning-by-doing as a more effective, motivating, and engaging learning experience. Through these active and interactive teaching opportunities, students build their knowledge, confidence, and time and social management skills to continue to succeed in the competitive building industry. My approach to teaching students in construction disciplines directly responds to the AEC industry demand for our future workforce to have not only sufficient domain knowledge and technical skills but also strong interpersonal skills. In my teaching and mentoring, I prepare students for the ever-changing and demanding construction industry by challenging them to solve problems collaboratively, using the latest tools and the technology, while achieving environmental and quality demands.
Teaching Experience
Assistant Professor of Engineering
Fall 2016 - Present
Construction Management Program
California State University East Bay, Hayward, CA
- CMGT 410 - Building Information Modeling
- CMGT 610 - Building Information Modeling
- CMGT 640 - Construction Project Management
- ENGR 200 - Introduction to Engineering and Design
- CMGT 345 - Building Codes and Commissioning
- CMGT 650 - Construction Project Management, Planning, and Scheduling
- ENGR 1420 - Engineering Graphics
- CMGT 4100 - Engineering Graphics for Construction Managers
- CMGT 4400 - Estimating in Construction
- CMGT 4500 - Construction Project Planning and Control, Computer Tools
- CMGT 6100 - Engineering Graphics for Construction Managers
- CMGT 6500 - Construction Project Planning and Control, Computer Tools
Faculty Learning Community Fellow
Winter 2017 – Spring 2017
California State University East Bay, Hayward, CA
- Participated in the Office of Faculty Development’s Faculty Learning Community for Early Career Faculty
- Developed Teaching and Research Management Frameworks for Future Faculty
Distinguished Teaching Fellow, Instructor
Fall 2015
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
AE475 - Building Construction Engineering 1
- Presented on foundation, steel, concrete, and envelope building systems
- Coordinated industry guest lectures and construction site visits
- Presented on generation of estimates, schedules, and site utilization plans
Construction Option Liaison
Spring 2013, Spring 2014, Spring 2015
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
ARCH 442 - The Collaborative Studio
- Presented on the role of BIM Execution Planning
- Assisted faculty in grading students’ BIM Execution Plans
- Guest judge in student’s milestone presentations
- Supported construction students in their integration process
Co-Instructor
Fall 2013, Fall 2014
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
AE597F - Virtual Facility Prototyping
- Presented on the use of interactive video game engines
- Presented on the generation of virtual prototypes for the AEC industry
- Presented on generation of BIM, 3D and 4D modelling, and clash detection
Invited Guest Lecturer
Spring 2014, Fall 2014
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
AE372 - Introduction to the Building Industry
- Presented on the role of 4D modeling and simulation
- Taught the design of 4D models
Invited Guest Lecturer
Spring 2014, Fall 2014
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
ARCH441, AE472 - Introduction to BIM Execution Planning
- Presented on the role of BIM Execution Planning
- Assisted faculty in grading students’ BIM Execution Plans
- Guest judge in student’s milestone presentations
Teacher Assistant
Summer 2008, Summer 2009
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, New York, NY
Summer STEM Program - Civil Engineering Program
- Presented on sustainable design, structural and water resources engineering
- Prepared class projects in concrete mixing and green design
Laboratory Assistant
Spring 2009
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, New York, NY
CE131 - Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering
- Laboratory assistant and lecturer
- Soil analysis and testing