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This Targeted Infusion Project aims at establishing an undergraduate program in Computer Vision is established at Texas Southern University. Computer vision is defined as a subfield of artificial intelligence, and it deals with developing and analyzing algorithms that can extract useful information from images. The research team has the following goals: (1) to implement and investigate two teaching models based on theoretical exposure and hands-on exposure in computer vision, (2) to create a computer vision certification program including a new course on this field at Texas Southern University, (3) to create a computer vision research program to engage senior year undergraduate students into research, and (4) to provide educational and research opportunities to high school students in computer vision.
Learning computer vision theories can be challenging for most undergraduate students as these theories often involve a high level of mathematical analysis derived from other definitions and theories. Traditional instruction in the field, the “theory-first model,” requires extensive memorization and learning abstract reasoning and analysis. The presentation of these lengthy theoretical foundations may cause students’ attention and excitement to wane. Instead, the investigators hypothesize that identifying essential parts of a computer vision concept and using multiple examples to demonstrate their significance, before presentation and development of theoretical content, may be a more effective teaching model. This “hands-on first model” may have higher potential to grab students’ attention and help them have clear and detailed understanding of the concepts. This targeted infusion project aims to study the effectiveness of these two learning models and publish the results.
Director
This program is funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) through a Targeted Infusion Project (TIP) award (HRD-xxxxxx) of $399,924 over the 3 year period 11/01/2022 – 10/30/2025.
Department of Engineering
Technology Building, Room 101
Texas Southern University
3100 Cleburne Avenue, Houston TX 77004
tel: 713-313-xxxx
fax: 713-313-xxxx
Program Components
Application Requirements
Email application materials to Dr. Sahin by April 20, 2024.
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PhD, Electrical Engineering, Jackson State University, 2021 Master of Science, Computer Science, Texas Southern University 2014 Bachelor of Science, Electronic Engineering Technology, Texas Southern University, 2000
09/08/2020-05/31/2021 Jackson State University, Jackson, MS JSU ERDC Critical Infrastructure Cyber Protection Program-Graduate Research AssistantConducting research in cyber protection for critical infrastructures. Researched Industrial Control Systems (ICSs) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems for critical infrastructures. Research focused on creating and testing frameworks using hardware PLCs and Software Python in efforts to prevent cyber-attacks. Part-time
08/01/2020-05/31/2021 Texas Southern University, Houston, TX Engineering Department- Adjunct Professor for 111 Circuit Analysis I Laboratory, 211 Circuit Analysis II Laboratory and 215 Digital Systems Laboratory courses -Prepared experimental procedures, setup experiments using circuit simulation software (PSpice, Analog Discovery and Multisim) and videos, monitored students conducting experiments, ensured students. understood/completed lab experiments and understood equipment (DMM, Function Generators, Power Supplies, Logic Analyzers, Network Analyzers, and Oscilloscopes) – Created/Graded assignments, quizzes, test, midterms, finals -Posted grades and assignments using Blackboard and TSU portal. Part-time
07/15/2019-04/20/2020 Jackson State University, Jackson, MS Faculty Development for Student Success at the Center for University Scholars- Graduate Research Assistant -Researched concepts to facilitate the successfulness of new faculty members and designed the web site to reflect this information. Part-time
01/22/2018-01/01/2019 Jackson State University, Jackson, MSElectrical and Computer Engineering Department- Graduate Teaching Assistant for 330 Electronics I (Lecture and Laboratory) and 331 Electronics II (Lecture and Laboratory) courses Assisted students with understanding/completing lab experiments and equipment -Graded lab reports, assignments, quizzes, tests, midterms, and final exams. Part-time
12/01/2014-01/01/2018 Texas Southern University, Houston, TX Engineering Department- Adjunct Professor for 131 Direct Current Circuits, 111 Direct Current Circuits Laboratory, 133 Alternating Current Circuits & 113 Alternating Current Circuits Laboratory courses -Prepared and presented lectures -Prepared experimental procedures, setup experiment equipment, monitored students conducting experiments, ensured students understood/completed lab experiments and understood equipment (DMM, Function Generators, Power Supplies and Oscilloscopes) – Created/Graded assignments, quizzes, test, midterms, finals -Posted grades and assignments using Blackboard and TSU portal. Part-time
• Sprint/Nextel-RF Engineer of multiple quarters and years
• Texas Southern University, Department of Engineering Distinguished Alumni Recipient 2017
• Alpha Epsilon Lambda – Jackson State University Mu Chapter-Honors
• Golden Key International Honor Society
• National Society of Leadership and Success Sigma Alpha Pi-Honors
Oral Defense-Development of an Online Model for Electrical and Computer Engineering Programs with Virtual Labs 03/04/2021
Samuel Kanu, Electrical and Computer Engineering and Mathematics major here at Texas Southern University, was selected into the Apple HBCU Scholars program. This is the second year of the initiative Apple launched in partnership with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund to provide opportunities in the tech industry for students and enhance engagement with faculty on HBCU campuses. During the week of February 13th, Apple hosted 35 students from 16 HBCUs for a 5-day immersive experience at its headquarters in Cupertino, California where they learned more about the company’s culture, ecosystem and community. In May, they will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through a paid internship. Upon returning to school for their final year, students will receive scholarship funding to complete their education, and continue their experience with Apple and TMCF as Ambassadors to the program. Please join us in recognizing Samuel Kanu on this great accomplishment. Additionally, Samuel is the President of the TSU student chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers and a TSU Calculus Bowl champion!
Engineering Computer Lab
There will also be use of other relevant software to explore structures with emphasis on both the analytical and graphical approaches to trusses and building frames, design in steel of tension members, beams, columns, welded and bolted connections; eccentrically loaded and moment resistant joints; and plate girders.
Students will be able to oversee and participate in construction project administration; assist in overseeing engineering plan and specification development, and ensure compliance with design specifications, codes, and District and other regulatory standards. Their training in AutoCAD will allow them to better understand project performance, maintain more consistent data and processes, and respond faster to change.
The department will now be able to host a number of research opportunities in the area of computer engineering and civil engineering design and planning necessary to meet the changes in global demands.
Students in the Multipurpose Engineering Computer Lab
Students in the Microprocessing lab
In this lab students are introduced to microprocessor hardware and software, including microprocessor principles, machine language programming, and input/output functions/timing. Students learn input/output operations, bus systems, subroutine and control signals, utilize micro assemblers to write floating point mathematical routines, learn special purpose language, and generate re-locatable code.
Microprocessing Lab
Students will have familiarity with low power electronics design, gain strong analysis skills, and an understanding of test development. Students will gain experience with different applications of Six Sigma development methods, Concept Engineering, Robust Characterization (P- Diagram), and Capability Analysis. Students will develop the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
The department will now be able to host a number of research opportunities in the area of software development to meet real world goals and functions. This can help in the development of advanced technology and artificially intelligent systems.
Modern equipment in the geotechnical lab
Work done in this lab will allow students to understand the theoretical and empirical principles of soil engineering. Subject areas covered include geological formations of natural soils, soil sampling, and classification. Soil properties of major engineering significance will be studied that include the characteristics of water flow through soil, consolidation settlement and shear strength.
Upon completion students will be able to identify soil categories, recognize solid composition, calculate soil properties, complete the solid compaction process, and calculate stresses in soil mass due to external and internal loads. Students will also be able to calculate settlements based on varying load and soil conditions. Students will develop a good understanding of shear strength of soils and characteristics of failure planes.
All skills and theories learned in the geotechnical lab may be applied in the workplace.
Research is conducted in soil testing, soil modeling, numerical analyses, slope stability including progressive failure, analytical methods in geotechnical design, and geo-environmental engineering. Research may be done to provide insight into the interaction and performance of earth structures, bearing failures and settlement damage. There are opportunities to collaborate with government and private organizations to better predict geotechnical performance.
Student using the equipment in the lab
The students receive instruction about microorganisms, bacterial morphology, communicable diseases (air- and water-borne), water quality, pollution control, and solid waste management.
Students will be ready for the work environment, because of their familiarity with laboratory routines and application of theory to practical experiences. Students will be able to apply the basic principles of hydrology and hydrometeorology, planning and management of water resources, water quantity and quality control, control of water flow to avoid damages, and water resource regulation.
Environmental Engineering lab
Students can use the equipment for experimental research on engineering problems and develop new scientific approaches to solving environmental management problems facing the world.
The lab setting
State of the art environmental engineering lab equipment
This lab will help students to stay current with modern software and latest technology trends in electronics engineering.
The Electronics Computer class
Students will be exposed to structured methods for developing complex technology computer programs using high level programming in a networked environment. The C++ language as a problem-solving tool will be emphasized. Writing industrial application programs such as floating point mathematical routines and special purpose languages utilizing micro assemblers will be taught.
Students will receive hands-on experience in high-level, object-oriented language programming using JAVA, which includes inheritance and polymorphism, implementing hiding, and the creation of JAVA applets for internet usage.
Students will have experience analyzing and interpreting technical and design requirements, designing software strategies, and creating code. Students will develop extensive knowledge of software version control procedures and systems, and management of software development.
The department will also host a number of research opportunities in the area of software development to meet real world goals and functions. This can help in the development of advanced technology and artificially intelligent systems.
Students in the Electronics Computer Lab
Student testing equipment
Students will analyze and design control systems with an emphasis on control software, programmable controllers and data acquisition. They will perform experiments which emphasize the practical aspects of control principles while studying the feedback provided by control systems. Students will learn the control modes and methods of implementation by analog and digital means.
Students will have experience with hands-on troubleshooting, maintenance and optimization of electronic control systems; proven technical leadership, and systems-level understanding of observatory functions. All this is necessary for the job market.
The department will now be able to host a number of research opportunities in the area of software development to meet real world goals and functions. This can help in the development of advanced technology and artificially intelligent systems.
Electronics equipment
Electronic Control Systems class
Funding, Internship and Employment Opportunities in the U.S. Department of the Navy’s HBCU/MI Program.
Naval Opportunities Awareness Workshop
Wednesday May 11 2016
10:00 am to 12:30 pm
Science Building 303H
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Education and Training
Ed.D., Urban/ITEC Education, 1988, Texas Southern University, Houston
TX
M.S., Transportation Planning and Management, 1996
M.S., Industrial Technology, 1986. Texas Southern University, Houston,
Texas
*B.B.A., Cum Laude, Dean*=s List, Business Administration, 1980 Jones
College, Orlando, FL
A.A., Deans List, Liberal Arts, 1976. Kingsboro College, Brooklyn, NY
Technical Training
Elearning TEGRITY, 2004, Texas Southern University, Houston, TX
Elearning, 2003, University of Texas at Austin, TX
Estimating and Project Management, 2003, Las Vegas, NV
Small Contractors training, 2003, Swinerton Builders, Houston, TX
Project Management, 2002, Timberline, Portland, OR**
UNI-GRAPHIC S, 2000, Texas Southern University, Houston, TX**
*ADMINISTRATION OF SAP, *SUPPORTING SAP R/3,
GETTING STARTED WITH SAP R/3, 1999, College of Continuing Ed, TSU,
Houston, TX**
VENTURE DEVELOPER & MANAGER, 1999, CHS Development Co., Houston, TX**
UNI-GRAPHICS SOLUTIONS, 1999, San Jacinto Community College, Houston,
TX**
SOLID EDGE BASICS, 1999, Prairie View A & M University, Prairie View,
TX**
DISTANCE EDUCATION CERTIFICATION, 1997, Texas A & M, College Station,
TX**
EDUCATORS TRAINING, 1994 Present (annually), Timberline Corp.,
Beaverton, OR**
AUTOCAD – AutoLISP, 1995, Houston Community College, Houston, TX**
TEXAS DRUG & ALCOHOL, Austin, Texas
BUILDING & CODE APPLICATION, 1993, SBCCI, College Station TX
MUNICIPAL INSPECTORS, 1993, Texas A & M, College Station, TX**
Civil Engineering Tech, 1994, San Jacinto Community College, Houston,
TX
Architectural Blue Print Reading,
1981
Structural Blue Print Reading, 1980, Mid-Florida Technical Institute,
Orlando, FL
Building Estimating, 1973
Architectural Drafting, 1972, Manhattan Technical Institute, New York,
NY**
Certification
Distance Education Delivery (DED)
Radiation Safety Officer (RSO)
Certified Senior Industrial Technologist (CSIT)
Texas Drug & Alcohol Driving Awareness (TeDADA)
Driver Training Instructor (DSI)
Competent Person: Excavation and Trench Safety
Dissertation title
/Effects of Coordinated Vocational Academic Education on Academic
Performance and Standardized Test Achievement of Urban Students/
Biography
*BACKGROUND SUMMARY***
Experience in curriculum development and teaching both on the undergraduate
and graduate levels; educational administration as assistant dean,
educational specialist, department chair, manager, distance education,
technology transfer/multi-media program offering. Project management;
including such major projects as EPCOT Center/Disney World with
responsibilities in estimating, scheduling, cost-control, coordinating,
personnel management and motivation, and labor relations and arbitration.
SOME TYPICAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Stabilized declining enrollment in first year and brought about an increase
of 300% the second year; completed negotiations and established scholarship
program that grew to over $25,000.00 ; Integrated computer applications in
program with awards totaling over $2,400,000 from industry partners.
Authored early admission policy for university; assisted with negotiations
to establish high school within college walls; and was successful in
hosting national conferences in Houston. Lead author for university=s
distance learning plan; moved up from rank of Coordinator of program to
Department Chair in 15 months, and received coveted TEACHER OF THE YEAR
Award in thirty months. Member of University Curriculum Committee that
realigned program offerings and lead evaluator of program. Chaired
University Senate Budget Committee; faculty participation in technology
transfer increased by over 50% while serving as chair of University Faculty
Development and Sabbatical Committee and Educational Specialist. Recipient
of several awards from Faculty Development body to participate in
Specialized Training. Technical Education Consultant to University
College and Belize Technical Institute in Belize, Central America –
developed bachelors program offerings in Industrial Education for
country.
Technical advisor to Governor’s Weatherization Program, Consultant to
local, private construction firm, and MHMRA, Houston. Pioneered Planning
Inspection in country and developed Building Inspection procedures. Land
Development Control Authority has been operating continuously ever since.
Coordinated staggering work hours for project employing over 10,000.
Production increased approximately 10% while door-to-door travel time was
reduced for workers. Scheduled projects, with more than 50 contractors at
EPCOT Center/Disney World, to ensure efficient coordination and
minimization of lost time. Brought all in on schedule. Overcame initial
resistance of some contractors to first minority Code Enforcement Officer
in Florida community. Initial complaints disappeared; cooperation ensued.
Memberships
Energy Efficient Building Association (EEBA)
Southern Building Code Congress International (SBCCI)
American Institute of Building Designers (AIBD)
Texas Institute of Building Designers (TIBD)
Texas Driver and Traffic Safety Education Association (TEDSEA)
National Association of Industrial Technology (NAIT)
Institute of Transportation Engineers, Texas (TexITE)
North American Autodesk User Group (AUGI)
American Association of Retired Persons (AARP)
Professional organizations
National HBCU Faculty Development Network, Tougaloo, MS
Epsilon Pi Tua, GAMMA PI CHAPTER
Graduate Faculty, Texas Southern University, Houston, Texas
Graduate Faculty, Indiana State University, Indiana
American Institute of Building Design (AIBD
Texas Institute of Building Design (TIBD)
Texas Driver and Traffic Safety Education Association (TEDSEA)
Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE)
North American Autodesk User Group (AUGI)
Greater Houston Builder Association (GHBA)
Community organizations
Pathfinder Clubs of North America, Director
Sagemont Civic Association
Sagemont Homeowners
Association
International Student Organization, Sponsor
International Programs Council
Honors/Awards
GHBA Playhouse Competition, 3^rd Place, 1996
GHBA Playhouse Competition, 1st Place 1995
Outstanding Instructor and Friend Award, 1995
Outstanding Teacher of the Year Award, 1991
Academic Scholar, 1985 – 1988
Outstanding Service to International Affairs, 1988
Outstanding Service to the Graduate Program, 1988
Outstanding Service to the Graduate Program, 1987
Certificate of Appreciation, Technology Education Association, Houston, TX
Research
Current research involvement includes a study of the curriculum and
technology in the program. The study entitled “Technology Curriculum: An
Assessment” is redefining whether training received by students were
meeting the needs of industry, whether our students having difficulty in
perusing their careers in the field for which they were trained. Are they
able to compete both in industry and in furthering their education? What
programmatic changes need to be made to allow for greater flexibility with
newer and emerging technologies.
Materials in construction and the energy efficiency of buildings is also
one of my concerns. A few years ago I received funding to develop methods
and usage of formed steel in residential construction. Steel-framing was
used to conduct construction procedures and instruction/information in real
time. Project is on-going and an assessment is warranted to determine
outcomes and involvement. This interest covers the areas of quality,
performance, and productivity in education involving human and natural
resources
Research Interests
Field 1, Field 2, Field 3
Research/Scholarly Activities
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Recent Publications
Teaching Materials Developed
Lewis, J. Jonathan, Technical Writing: e-Learning Course Packet
(2005)
Lewis, J. Jonathan and Elizabeth S. Hartwell, Guide to classroom
management (1994)
Lewis, J. Jonathan and Elizabeth S. Hartwell, Principles of Driver
Training (1994)
Developed computer aided teaching materials which are now being used in
Construction Technology program.
Developed new courses for the undergraduate and graduate programs
Multi-media materials developed for program and school.
*Publications***
Lewis, J. Jonathan and Elizabeth S. Hartwell Guide to Classroom
Management Manuscript developed and used in classroom for ongoing
certification exercises (1994/2000).
Lewis, J. Jonathan and Elizabeth S. Hartwell Principles of Driver
Training. Manuscript developed and tested in classroom for ongoing
training exercises (1994/2000).
Lewis, J. Jonathan, Editor, The Foundation Program Newsletter, (1995 –
97)
Wickliff, A. Martin, J. Jonathan Lewis, and Richard Carlson. Employee vs
Management: Discrimination in the Workplace, Consultancy Report for
MHMRA, Houston. May 1993
Lewis, J. Jonathan and Perkins, Iris. 3 + 1: BTC and University College
of Belize, Consultancy Report for the Belize Technical College (BTC) in
corporation with the Ministry of Education and USAID, Belize City, Belize
1993
Lewis, J. Jonathan and Michael Price. Terticery Education: A Joint
Partnership, Consultancy Report for the Commission on Education,
Government of Belize/USAID, Belize City, Belize >91
Technical Presentations
Jones, Dorothy L. R., M. Shelly Hunter, and J. Jonathan Lewis (2004),
/Teaching and Learning with Teachnology: Creating Successful
E-Portfolios,/ National HBCU Faculty Development Symposium, Miami, FL.
Lewis, J. Jonathan (2003) Community Development – Mental Health Summit
Rozman, Stephen L. and J. Jonathan Lewis (1998) Alcohol and Other Drug
Prevention at HBCU=s: Faculty Roles. The Higher Education Center on
Alcohol and other Drug Prevention Symposium, Baltimore, Maryland
Lewis, J. Jonathan, Jessie Silverglate, and Ellis (1997) Technology
Transfer, National HBCU Faculty Development Symposium, Memphis, TN.**
Lewis, J. Jonathan (1995) “Who’s Driving Whom?” Driver and Traffic Safety
Education Conference, Houston, Texas
Lewis, J. Jonathan and O=Neal, Van (1994) “Bill of Rights on the
Roadway.” Traffic Safety Conference, Houston, Texas
Lewis, J. Jonathan and Price, Michael (1991). Terticery Education: A
Joint Partnership. Commission on Education, Government of Belize/USAID,
Belize City, Belize
Funding
Research/Grants
Fannie Mae Foundation Community Development Leadership Program (CDLP)**
SATOP Space Alliance Technology Outreach Program**
Texas Parks and Wildlife Urban Programs
Scheduling With Primavera, Primavera Systems (2000)
Project Estimating, Timberline (2000)
Project Management, Primavera, $4,500.00 (1999)
Estimating, Cost Accounting, and Management, Timberline (1999)
Expedition: Project Control, Primavera, $40,900.00 (1998)
Technology Systems – HISD, $9,000.00 (1998)
Cold-Formed Steel in Residential Construction, NAHB/AISI/RTI, $40,000.00
(1997)
Project Scheduling (LAN Package), Primavera. (1996)
Perusing Excellence in Teaching: Multi-media Teaching/Learning. Office of
The Provost: Enhancing Teaching and Learning. $1,500 (1995)
Technology Curriculum: An Assessment. University Organized Research.
$3850.00 (1994)
Project Management and Scheduling, (Software Package), Primavera. $4,000.00
(1994)
Program Computerization, Timberline Software Corporation, Oregon. $9,770.00
(1993)
Design of Baccalaureate Program: Belize Technical College. Government of
Belize/USAID/TSU. $1,720.00 (1993)
A Study of the Feasibility of a Dual Degree Program with The University
College of Belize and the Belize Technical College. Government of
Belize/USAID/TSU. $1,720 (1991)
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Principal Investigator, [LINK] [http://nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward.do?AwardNumber=1059116] EAGER: A Study of Security Countermeasures for Cyber-Physical Systems NSF, Award No. 1059116. $80,000, 09/15/2010-08/31/2012
Principal Investigator, /Reducing Blocking Artifacts in JPEG Compressed Images Using an Adaptive Neural Network-based Algorithm/, TSU Seed Grant, id=mce_marker5,000, 2009.
Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.), Texas, No. 106375.
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Wanyan, Y., Abdallah, I., Nazarian, S. and Puppala, A.J. (2010) An Expert System for Design of Low-volume Roads over Expansive Soils Transportation Research Records: Journal of the Transportation Research Board, 2010
Wanyan, Y., Manosuthkij, T., Abdallah, I., Nazarian, S. and Puppala, A.J. (2008) Expert System Design Guide for Lower Classification Roads over High PI Clays Research Report: FHWA/TX-08/0-5430-2
Wanyan, Y., Portillo, E., Abdallah, I. and Nazarian S. (2008) Expert System for Pavement Remediation Strategies (ExSPRS) Users Manual Research Report: FHWA/TX-08/0-5430-P2
Manosuthkij, T., Puppala, A.J., Nazarian, S. and Wanyan, Y. (2007)
Comparisons between Measured and Predicted Swell Strains using PVR and
Suction Based Models in Proceedings, Sessions of Geo-Denver, pp. 1-11
Sheng, Z., Aristizabal, L.S. and Wanyan, Y. (2004) Well Spacing and Its Impacts on Surface Water Flow in El Paso Lower Valley in Proceedings, World Environmental and Water Resources Conference, ASCE, Salt Lake, Utah, June 27-July 1, 2004, 6p. CD-ROM.