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AGENDA

THE UNIVERSITY OF WEST FLORIDA

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Academic Affairs Committee Meeting February 15, 2018

University of West Florida Conference Center, Bldg. 22

11000 University Parkway, Pensacola, FL 32514

Call to Order/Roll Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adrianne Collins, Member

Greeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adrianne Collins

Action Items:

1. Approval of Tenure as a Condition of Employment

2. Approval of Requests to Offer Two New Degree Programs, Effective Fall 2018

3. Approval of Revisions to UWF/REG 3.001 Admission Standards for First Time in College Student

Applicants

Information Items:

Other Committee Business:

Adjournment

Action Item

UWF Board of Trustees Meeting Academic Affairs Committee

February 15, 2018

Issue/Agenda Recommendation: Tenure as a Condition of Employment Proposed Action: Approval

Background Information: The University of West Florida Board of Trustees considers all nominations for tenure at its June meeting. Tenure nominations as a condition of employment will be considered as needed. The following faculty are to be considered for tenure: College of Education and Professional Studies Dr. Chathapuram Ramanathan, Chair & Associate Professor, Department of Social Work Usha Kundu, MD College of Health Dr. Denise Seabert, Dean, Usha Kundu, MD College of Health; Professor, Department of Exercise Science and Community Health Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering Dr. Ashok Srinivasan, William Nystul Eminent Scholar Chair; Professor, Department of Computer Science Implementation Plan: Dr. Ramanathan began his appointment on January 8, 2018. Dr. Seabert begins her appointment on July 1, 2018. Dr. Srinivasan begins his appointment on August 8, 2018. Fiscal Implications: None

Supporting documents: Dr. Chathapuram Ramanathan http://pages.uwf.edu/aadocs/bot/TENURE_Support_and_CV_Ramanathan.pdf Dr. Denise Seabert http://pages.uwf.edu/aadocs/bot/TENURE_Support_and_CV_Seabert.pdf Dr. Ashok Srinivasan

http://pages.uwf.edu/aadocs/bot/TENURE_Support_and_CV_Srinivasan.pdf Prepared by: George Ellenberg, Provost and Senior Vice President

474-2035, [email protected] Presented by: George Ellenberg, Provost and Senior Vice President

http://pages.uwf.edu/aadocs/bot/TENURE_Support_and_CV_Ramanathan.pdf

http://pages.uwf.edu/aadocs/bot/TENURE_Support_and_CV_Seabert.pdf

http://pages.uwf.edu/aadocs/bot/TENURE_Support_and_CV_Srinivasan.pdf

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January 16,2018

Memo

To: Dr. George EllenbergProvost

To: Dr. William Crawl

Dean, CEPS

From: Dr. Diane Scott

Associate Dean, CEPS

Re: Dr. Chathapuram Ramanathan - Tenure Review

I facilitated the Department of Social Work tenure review for Dr. Chathapuram Ramanathan,Chair. There are four tenured faculty members in the department eligible to vote on tenure. Theyeach voted in person by secret ballot.

The vote is in support of tenure (Vote 3-0; one faculty member did not vote due to illness). Theenvelope containing the secret ballots is attached.

Please let me know if further information is needed.

Phone 850.474.2769 Fax 850.474.3205

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Curriculum Vitae

CHATHAPURAM S. RAMANATHAN, Ph.D., ACSW., LMFT., LMSW., CAC.

Work:

Human Service Enterprises, 29220 Westbrook Parkway, Southfield, MI 48076(248) 790-8937 (work)

EDUCATION

Doctor of Philosophy School of Social Work, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, (Interdisciplinary PhD in Social Work & Human Resource Management).

Master of Social Work (Community Mental Health), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Master of Arts in Social Work (Medical & Psychiatric Social Work). Madras School of Social Work, University of Madras, Madras, India.

Bachelor of Science, St. Joseph’s College, Bangalore University, Bangalore, India.

HONORS

Fulbright-Nehru Visiting Scholar, NIMHANS (National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences), October, 2011 – March, 2012.

Special Tribute, Awarded by Michigan Governor, and Legislature, October 2008, highlighting my contributions to diversity, religious harmony, peace at the international, national, and state levels. My contribution as a consultant to Michigan Economic Development was also recognized.

Senior Fulbright Specialist, Professor, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai, India, January 2004 to March 2004.

Robert Taggart's award for outstanding achievement, School of Social Work, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, 1984.

Initiated to Alpha Delta Mu, National Social Work Honor Society, 1983.

Awarded The Best Article of the Year -- by the National Association of Human Rights Workers, 52nd Annual Conference, 1999. Below is the article reference:

Mayadas, N., Ramanathan, C.S., Suarez, Z. (1999). Mental health, social context, refugees and immigrants: A cultural interface, Journal of Intergroup Relations, 25(4), 3-14.

APPOINTMENTS

Chief Executive Officer, Human Service Enterprises, Southfield, MI, November 1996 to Present.

Member, Social Work Peer Review Committee, Fulbright Specialist Program, January 2016 to December 2016.

Consultant Simpson College, Indianola, IA, 2010-2013.

Fulbright-Nehru Visiting Scholar, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, Bangalore, India, 2011-2012.

Visiting Guest Professor, Department of Social Work, Augsburg College, Minneapolis, MN., 2006-2009.

Senior Fulbright Specialist, Professor, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Deonar, Mumbai, India, 2004.

Associate Professor, School of Social Work, Southwest Missouri State University, Springfield, MO, August 1995 to May 1996.

Associate Professor, School of Social Work, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI - 48202, August 1992 to May 1995.

Assistant Professor, School of Social Work, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI - 48824, July 1989 to August 1992.

Assistant Professor, School of Social Work, College of Human Resources, Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, IL - 62901, August 1987 to June 1989.

Social Worker and Field Instructor, University of Illinois Family Housing Office, Urbana-Champaign, 1982-1984.

Research Associate, Institute for public policy and social research, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI - 48824, September 1991 to August 1992.

Core Faculty, Center for Advanced Study of International Development, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI - 48824, January 1990 to August 1992.

Core Faculty, Asian Studies Center, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI - 48824, January 1990 to August 1992.

Co-Director, Social Work Theory and Practicum in the Context of India, Office of Overseas Study and School of Social Work, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI - 48824, July 1991- to August 1992.

Assistant to the Director, Project Upward Bound, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 1984-1986.

Instructor, School of Social Work, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 1984-1987.

Clinician, Champaign County Mental Health Center, Champaign, IL 1981-1982.

Member, Curriculum Development Working Group, International Development Education Project, Funded by U.S. Agency for International Development, 1994 - 1997.

Member, Board of Directors, International Council on Social Welfare, U.S. Committee, May 13, 1994 - December 31, 1996.

Member, International Commission, Council on Social Work Education, September 1, 1992 - 2010.

Certified Site Visitor, The Commission on Accreditation, Council on Social Work Education,.

Clinical Social Worker, Champaign County Mental Health Center, Champaign, Illinois, 1981-1982.

PUBLICATIONS

Books

Ramanathan, C.S., Juvva, S., Dutta, S., and Khaja, K. (2016). Spirituality, Culture and Development: Implications for Social Work, New York : Lexington Books.

Ramanathan, C.S. and Dutta, S. (2014). Governance, Development, and Social Work, New York:Routledge.

Ramanathan, C.S. and Dutta, S. (2014). Governance, Development, and Social Work, South AsiaEdition, Jaipur: Rawat Publications.

Link, R.J., and Ramanathan, C.S. (2011). Human Behavior in a Just World: Reaching for Common Ground, New York: Rowman and Littlefield.

Ramanathan, C.S., Link, R.J. (2004; 1999). All our futures: Principles and resources for social work practice in a global era, Pacific Grove: Brooks/Cole.

Book Chapters, and Monographs

Ramanathan, C.S., Juvva, S. (2016). Introduction: Perspectives on Development, In Ramanathan, C.S., Juvva, S., Dutta, S., and Kjaja, K. (2016). Spirituality, Culture and Development: Implications for Social Work, New York : Lexington Books.

Thomas, P.V., Ramanathan, C.S., Ramanathan, P. (2016). Religious Traditions, the ethics of Plurality, and the Development Ethos, In Ramanathan, C.S., Juvva, S., Dutta, S., and Kjaja, K. (2016). Spirituality, Culture and Development: Implications for Social Work, New York : Lexington Books.

Dutta, S., Ramanathan, C.S., Juvva, C. (2016). Social Commitment to Advancing Women in India and Globally, In Ramanathan, C.S., Juvva, S., Dutta, S., and Kjaja, K. (2016). Spirituality, Culture and Development: Implications for Social Work, New York : Lexington Books.

Sekar, K., Arvindraj, A.E., Juvva, S., Ramanathan, C.S. (2016). Psychosocial Care in Disaster Management, In Ramanathan, C.S., Juvva, S., Dutta, S., and Kjaja, K. (2016). Spirituality, Culture and Development: Implications for Social Work, New York : Lexington Books.

Ramanathan, C.S., Dutta, S. (2016). Spirituality, Progress, Development, and Peace (2016), Ramanathan, C.S., Juvva, S., Dutta, S., and Kjaja, K. (2016). Spirituality, Culture and Development: Implications for Social Work, New York : Lexington Books.

Dutta, S., Ramanathan, C.S. (2013). Governance, Development, and Social Work: Introduction, In., Ramanathan, C.S. and Dutta, S. (2013). Governance, Development, and Social Work, Routledge.

Ramanathan, C.S., Dutta , S. (2013). Visions for the Future, In., Ramanathan, C.S. and Dutta, S. (2013). Governance, Development, and Social Work, Routledge.

Salustowciz, P., Dutta, S., Ramanathan, C.S. (2013). Civil Society and Governance: Between Involvement and Autonomy, In., Ramanathan, C.S. and Dutta, S. (2013). Governance, Development, and Social Work, Routledge.

Sivaramakrishnan, S., Ramanathan, C.S. (2013). Social Security on Health Care: Reflections from the U.K and US, In., Governance, Development, and Social Work: Introduction, Ramanathan, C.S. and Dutta, S. (2013). Governance, Development, and Social Work, Routledge.

McClellan., Ramanathan, C.S. (2013). Capitalism, Worker Rights, Community Well Being and Corporate Responsibility, In., Ramanathan, C.S. and Dutta, S. (2013). Governance, Development, and Social Work, Routledge.

Dutta, S., Ramanathan, C.S. (2010). Social Work Regulations in India, in Bibus, A., Boutte-Queen, N. (Eds), Regulating Social Work: A Primer on Licensing Practice, Chicago: Lyceum Books.

Link,R., J. and Ramanathan, C.S. (1999, 2004). Introduction, In Ramanathan, C.S., Link, R.J. (1999). Ramanathan, C.S., Link, R.J. (1999,2004). All our futures: Principles and resources for social work practice in a global Era, Pacific Grove: Brooks/Cole. Ramanathan, C.S.. Link, R.J. (1999, 2004). Future Visions for Global Studies in Social Work, In Ramanathan, C.S., Link, R.J. (1999, 2004). All our futures: Principles and resources for social work practice in a global Era, Pacific Grove: Brooks/Cole.

Mayadas, N., Elliott, D., and Ramanathan, C.S. (1999, 2004). A Global Model of Ethnic diversity Conflict: Implications for Social Work with Populations at Risk, In Ramanathan, C.S., Link, R.J. (1999, 2004). All our futures: Principles and resources for social work practice in a global Era, Pacific Grove: Brooks/Cole.

Link, R, J., Ramanathan, C.S., Asamoah, Y. (1999, 2004). Understanding the Human Condition and Human Behavior in a Global Era, In Ramanathan, C.S., Link, R.J. (1999, 2004). All our futures: Principles and resources for social work practice in a global Era, Pacific Grove: Brooks/Cole. Lyons, K., Ramanathan, C.S. (1999,2004). Models of Field Practice in Global Settings, In Ramanathan, C.S., Link, R.J. (1999, 2004). All our futures: Principles and resources for social work practice in a global Era, Pacific Grove: Brooks/Cole.

Ramanathan, C. S. (1990). Employee assistance programs: Past, present and future, in Ferris, J., Rowland, K., and Buckley, M.R. (Eds), Human resources management: perspectives & issues, Boston: Allyn and Bacon.

Ramanathan, C. S. (1988). Employee assistance programs: An overview, in Ferris, J. & Rowland,K. (Eds), Human resources management: perspectives & issues, Boston: Allyn and Bacon.

Patchner, M. A., Balgopal, P. R., with Stevens, W., Ramanathan, C. S., & Schmidt, J. (1987). Personnel management in nursing homes, School of Social Work, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Patchner, M., Taber, M., Broadbent, E., Lee, J. J., Ramanathan, C. S., & Schmidt, J. (1986). Permanent assignment of aides to nursing home residents, School of Social Work, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Case Studies

Ramanathan, C.S. (1999, 2004). Social Welfare and Social Work Education History: An Indian Experience, Case Study 2.2. In Ramanathan, C.S., Link, R.J. (2004; 1999). All our futures: Principles and resources for social work practice in a global Era, Pacific Grove: Brooks/Cole.

Ramanathan, C.S. (1999, 2004). The Silent Valley National Park, Case Study 3.2. In Ramanathan, C.S., Link, R.J. (2004; 1999). All our futures: Principles and resources for social work practice in a global Era, Pacific Grove: Brooks/Cole.

Ramanathan, C.S. (1999, 2004). Ethical Issues and Value Dilemmas in a Global Economy: An Example of Occupational Social Work, Case Study 5.4. In Ramanathan, C.S., Link, R.J. (2004; 1999). All our futures: Principles and resources for social work practice in a global Era, Pacific Grove: Brooks/Cole.

Ramanathan, C. S. (1994, 2004). Response to Difference, Case Study 8.1. In Ramanathan, C.S., Link, R.J. (2004; 1999). All our futures: Principles and resources for social work practice in a global Era, Pacific Grove: Brooks/Cole.

Ramanathan, C. S. (1994, 2004). Panchayat Raj, Case Study 8.2. In Ramanathan, C.S., Link, R.J. (2004; 1999). All our futures: Principles and resources for social work practice in a global Era, Pacific Grove: Brooks/Cole.

Refereed Articles

Ramanathan, C.S., & Reischl, T.M. (2000). Innovative approaches to predicting and preventing addiction relapse. Employee Assistance Quarterly.

Mayadas, N., Ramanathan, C.S., Suarez, Z. (1999). Mental health, social context, refugees & immigrants: A cultural interface, Journal of Intergroup Relations, 25(4), 3-14.

Ramanathan, C.S., & Beverly, C. (1999). International travel experiences: African American highschool students and urban school communities, Journal of Intergroup Relations.

Walton, M., Ramanathan, C.S., Reischl, T. (1998). Tracking substance abusers in longitudinal research: Understanding follow-up contact difficulty, American Journal of Community Psychology, 26(2), 233-253.

Jirovec, R.L., Ramanathan, C.S., Alvarez, A.R. (1998). Course evaluations: What are social workstudents telling us about teaching effectiveness, Journal of Social Work Education, 34(2), 229-236.

Ramanathan, C.S., & Kondrat, M.E. (1997). Use of Groups in EAP Interventions: An Ecological Approach, Journal of Applied Social Sciences, 21(2), 95-103.

Kondrat, ME, & Ramanathan, CS (1996). International perspectives and the local practitioner: An exploratory study of practitioner perception of and attitudes toward globalization, Social Development Issues, 18(2), 1-17.

Ramanathan, CS (1995). Coping with stress through social support: A model for EAP practice Employee Assistance Quarterly, 11(1), 33-44.

Walton, M., Reischl, T.M., Ramanathan, CS (1995). Social Settings and Addiction Relapse, Journal of Substance Abuse, 7(2), 223-233.

Ramanathan, CS (1994). Health and wellness at the workplace in developing nations: Issues confronting occupational social work, Employee Assistance Quarterly, 10(1), 79-90.

Ramanathan, CS, & Kondrat, ME (1994). Conceptualizing and implementing a social work overseas study in developing nations: Politics, realities, and strategies, Social Development Issues, 16(2), 69-85.

Ramanathan, CS, Ramanathan, P.N. (1994). Family Caregiver's Attitude Toward Aging and the Elderly's Satisfaction with the Care: An Asian Indian Scenario, Community Alternatives: International Journal of Family Care, 6(1), 93-112.

Ramanathan, CS, & Newcomb, P.R. (1992). Publication Data of Alcoholism in Social Work Literature: Where Have Been? Where Are We Going? Employee Assistance Quarterly, 8(2), 67-78.

Ramanathan, CS (1992). EAP's Response to Personal Stress and Productivity: Challenges for Occupational Social Work, Social Work, 37(3), 234-239.

Ramanathan, C. S. (1991). Occupational Social Work and Multinational Corporations, Journal ofSociology and Social Welfare, 135-142.

Ramanathan, C. S. (1990). Stress and Job Satisfaction: Implications for Occupational Social Work, Employee Assistance Quarterly, 6(2), 27-39.

Ramanathan, C. S. & Ramakrishnan, K. R. (1987). Industrial alcoholism and social work intervention, Management and Labor Studies, Vol 12, 1-7.

Karger, H. J. & Ramanathan, C. S.(1983). A radical approach to social work: The integration of Freud and Marx, Indian Journal of Social Work, Vol XLIV, 133-141.

Manuscript Under Review

Reddy, D., Indiramma, V., Ramanathan, C.S., Hamza, A., Ahmed, A.. Nagaveni, V. (2015) Child

abuse in families and its psychological impact on children currently living in foster homes in

South India- Gender-wise comparison, Turkish Journal of Psychiatry

Technical Reports

Reischl, TM, & Ramanathan, CS, Walton, M., Nguyen, H. (1993). Michigan Addiction Relapse Prevention Project, Interim Report for FY 1992 submitted to Center for Substance Abuse Services, Michigan Department of Public Health.

Ramanathan, CS, Reischl, TM, Walton, M., Nguyen, H. (1992). Michigan Addiction Relapse Prevention Project, Interim Report for FY 1992 submitted to Center for Substance Abuse Services, Michigan Department of Public Health.

Reischl, TM, & Ramanathan, CS, Walton, M., Nguyen, H. (1992). Michigan Addiction Relapse Prevention Project, Final Report for FY 1992 submitted to Center for Substance Abuse Services, Michigan Department of Public Health.

Reischl, TM, Ramanathan, CS (1991). Predictors of Drug Addiction, Recovery and Relapse: Stress, Coping and Mutual Help. Final Report submitted to Social Science Research Bureau, Michigan State University.

PUBLICATIONS

Book Reviews

Ramanathan, C. S. (1989). [ Review of strategies for employee assistance programs:The crucial balance ]. Management and Labour Studies, 14 (2), 120-121.

Grants (List doesn’t include about $ 300,000 for provision of Psychotherapy services)

Funded Projects from 1990 to 2014

1). Leadership Development and Citizen Participation, Kumar Surgical Center

Dates June 2014 to August 2014

Amount: $ 15,000

2). Global Citizenship in the Context of India, Simpson College, Indianola, Iowa

Dates May 2010 to 2013

Amount: $ 15,000

3). Fulbright-Nehru Visiting Lecturer, through U. S. State Department

Dates: October 2011 to March 2012.

Amount $ 26,000

4). Diversity Initiatives, City of Southfield

Dates: October 2008 to December 2010.

Amount $ 6,000

5) Diversity Initiatives, Plymouth Canton Schools

Dates: October 2004 to February 2005.

Amount $ 3,500

6) Senior Fulbright Specialist, through U. S. State Department

Dates: January 2004 to March 2004.

Amount $ 10,000

7) US Speaker Series Program, through U. S. State Department

Dates: November 2002 to December 2002.

Amount $ 3,000

8) Project: Evaluation research for high-risk youth in Green County Alabama public schools.

Grantor: W.K. Kellog Foundation Project 1995.

Dates: May, 1995 to July 31, 1995.

Amount: $1,500.

9) Project: Evaluation research for high-risk youth in Detroit public schools.

Grantor: W.K. Kellog Foundation Project 1993.

Dates: October 1, 1992 to September 30, 1993.

Amount: $2,500.

10) Project: Addiction Relapse Prevention Project (with T.M.Reischl).

Grantor: Center for Substance Abuse Services. State of Michigan, Department of Public Health. Dates: October 1, 1992 to September 30, 1993.

Amount: $25,000.

11) Project: Addiction Relapse Prevention Project (with T.M.Reischl).

Grantor: Office of Substance Abuse Services. State of Michigan, Department of Public Health. Michigan State University, Life Long Education, Vice President for Research Office, Institute of Public Policy and Social Research.

Dates: August 12, 1991 to September 30, 1992.

Amount: $111,543.

12) Project: The role of informal and formal networks in buffering work-home incompatibility

Grantor: Michigan State University, Institute for Public Policy and Social Research.

Dates: September 1991 to August 31, 1992.

Amount: $18,000.

13) Project: Practicum and Theory in the context of India (with ME Kondrat).

Grantor: Michigan State University : School of Social Work, Office of Overseas Study, Center for Advanced Study of International Development, International Studies Programs, Asian StudiesCenter.

Dates: July 1991 to January 31, 1992. Amount: $9,500.

14) Project: Health and Wellness at the Workplace (Paper presented at the International Council on Social Welfare, Asia Pacific Regional Conference, Hong Kong).

Grantor: Michigan State University: Special Foreign Travel Fund (SFT), International Studies Programs, Asian Studies Center. Dates: August to September 1991.

Amount: $1,700.

15) Project: Predictors of Drug Addiction, Recovery and Relapse: Stress, Coping and Mutual Help (with TM Reischl).

Grantor: Michigan State University Foundation. All University Research Initiation Grant (AURIG).

Dates: July 1, 1990 to June 30, 1991.

Amount: $7,300.

SELECTED PROFESSIONAL PAPER PRESENTATIONS

Ramanathan, C.S., Ramanathan, P.N. (November, 2014). Innovation, Corporate Social Responsibility, and development, Law School, Christ University, Bangalore, India.

Ramanathan, C.S. (January, 2014), Plenary Speech, What Does Globalization Got To Do With Cultural Competence, Social Development, And Ethics, International Conference on Bounds of Ethics, Christ University, Bangalore, India. The inaugural address was presented by His Holiness the Dalai Lama.

Ramanathan, C.S. (2013). Keynote Speech, Universality of Sanatana Dharma, Human Rights and Citizenship, International Conference on Human Rights and Sanatana Dharma: Implications for Global Citizenship, Bangalore, India.

Dutta, S., Ramanathan, C.S. (2013). Indo-US Development Issues: Unemployment, Health, Human Rights, and Scope of Social Work Interventions, NASW, Michigan Chapter, Lansing, Michigan.

Ramanathan, C.S. (2013). What Does Faith, Culture, Global Citizenship Got To Do WithSocial Work, and Social Development, Indian Society of Professional Social Workers, XXXI Annual National Conference, Manipal, India. Ramanathan, C.S. (2012). Inaugural Address at the national conference being organized by Roshani Nilaya, “Social Work in an Era of Modernization”, Mangalore; India, February, 2012.

Ramanathan, C.S. (2012). Symposium Plenary Speaker, "Partnering With Youth to Promote and Sustain Peace," Indian Society of Professional Social Workers, XXX Annual National Conference. Bangalore, India, January 2012.

Ramanathan, C.S. (2011). “Gender Issues and Public Defense for Police Functionaries” ; “Critical incidence debriefing for first responders who have been exposed to violence,” Karnataka State Police Academy, Mysore, India, December 2011.

Ramanathan, C.S., & Dutta, S. (2011). Governance and Development, Inter-University Consortium for International Social Development, 17th International Symposium, Dhaka, Bangladesh, January 3-7, 2011.

Ramanathan, C.S. & Miah, M. (2011). “Public-Private-NGO partnership and Tsunami Relief in India. Inter-University Consortium for International Social Development, 17th International Symposium, Dhaka, Bangladesh, January 3-7, 2011.”

Ramanathan, C.S. (May 2009). Convener and Chair, Taskforce of non-governmental organization, field practitioners, corporate sectors, academe, and governmental agencies, Partnering With Youth to Promote and Sustain Peace, May 2009, Chennai, India.

Ramanathan, C.S. (August, 2008). Use of self in social work practice, Department of Social Work, Visva-Bharati University, Shantiniketan, India.

Ramanathan, C.S. (July, 2008). Diversity, cross cultural transactions and peace: What’s social work got to do with it ?, Madras School of Social Work, Chennai, India.

Ramanathan, C.S. (April, 2008). Promoting peace and harmony through culturally anchored social development, Manasagangothri, University of Mysore, Mysore, India.

Ramanathan, C.S. (November, 2007). Diversity, cross cultural issues and international social development, Fachhochschule Bielefeld Fachbereich Sozialwesen, Bielefeld, Germany.

Ramanathan, C.S. (November, 2007). Globalization and immigration challenges, Fachhochschule Bielefeld Fachbereich Sozialwesen, Bielefeld, Germany.

Ramanathan, C.S. & Link, R.L., Ramanathan, P.N. (July, 2007), Social harmony through culturally anchored development in a turbulent world, Inter-University Consortium for International Social Development, 15th International Symposium, Hong Kong, July 16-20, 2007,Hosted by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University.

Ramanathan, C.S. & Link, R.L. (2005), Inter-University Consortium for International Social Development, 14th International Symposium Recife, Brazil, July 25-29, 2005, Hosted by Universidade Federal de Pernambuco.

Ramanathan, C. S. & Link, R.J (2003) "Translating global awareness into action: Challenge for social development. Inter-University Consortium for International Social Development, Mumbai,India.

Ramanathan, C. S. (2002) "Diversity & Inclusiveness: A Hindu American Perspective". Paper presented "Religious Pluralism in Democratic Societies: USA & SE Asia", Kuala Lumpur , August 2002.

Ramanathan, CS, & Ramanathan, P. (2001). Prejudices Against New Immigrants: Implications for Social Workers, Paper Presented at the 25th Annual Conference, National Association of Social Workers-Michigan Chapter, Mackinaw Island, Michigan.

Ramanathan, CS (August, 2000). Contemporary issues in Social development. School of Social Work, Tamasat University, Bangkok, Thailand.

Ramanathan, CS, & Ramanathan, P. (2000). Immigration Issues & Human Rights, Paper Presented at the 53rd Annual Conference, National Association of Human Rights Workers, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.

Ramanathan, CS (1999). Working with Displaced Population in a Global Economy. Paper Presented at Council on Social Work Education, Annual Program Meeting, San Francisco, CA.

Mayadas, N., Ramanathan, C.S., & Suarez, Z. (1997, March). Mental health; social context; Refugees and immigrants: A three dimensional cultural interface, Paper Presented at Council on Social Work Education, Annual Program Meeting, Chicago, IL.

Ramanathan, C.S., & Beverly, C. (1996, July). A social development approach to promoting community health through substance abuse prevention and violence reduction, Inter-University Consortium for International Social Development, Oporto, Portugal.

Ramanathan, C.S., & Beverly, C. (1996, February). International Travel Experiences: African American High School Students and Urban School Communities, Paper Presented at Council on Social Work Education, Annual Program Meeting, Washington, D.C.

Ramanathan, C.S., Alvarez, A. (1996, February). Increasing Community Health Through Substance Abuse Prevention and Violence Reduction, Paper Presented at Council on Social WorkEducation, Annual Program Meeting, Washington, D.C.

Ramanathan, C.S., & Beverly, C. (1995, July 29-August 1, 1995). Enhancing Self-Esteem Among Urban Low-Income, African American Youth Through Cross-Cultural Experiences. Paper Presented at the International Social Welfare in a Changing World Conference, The University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

Jirovec, R., Ramanathan, C.S., Alvarez, A. (1995, March). Course evaluations: What are social work students trying to tell us about teaching effectiveness. Paper Presented at Council on SocialWork Education, Annual Program Meeting, SanDiego,CA, March 2-5, 1995.

Ramanathan, C.S., & Beverly, C. (1994). "Cross-Cultural Experience and African American Teens: An Empowerment Paradigm." Inter-University Consortium for International Social Development, Kandy, Sri Lanka, July 3-8, 1994.

Ramanathan, C.S., Walton, M. (June, 1993). Conceptual Issues in Addiction Relapse and Implementing Addiction Recovery Groups, Paper Presented at the Fourth Biennial Conference

on Community Research and Action, Division of Community Psychology, American Psychological Association, Virginia.

Walton, M., Ramanathan, C.S. (June, 1993). The Forgotten Domain: Assessment of Social Involvement During Addiction Recovery, Paper Presented at the Fourth Biennial Conference on Community Research and Action, Division of Community Psychology, American Psychological Association, Virginia.

Ramanathan, CS (July, 1993). " Social Work and Business: Partners in the Global Marketplace."India: Your Competitive Advantage," World Trade Club of the Greater Detroit Chamber of Commerce, Dearborn, MI.

Ramanathan, CS (July, 1993). "Unveiling the crises of American Life," Womens' forum, 24th Annual Convention of Orissa Society of North Americas, Troy, MI (Presented to 350-400 participants).

Ramanathan, CS (July, 1993)." Social Work and Business: Partners in the Global Marketplace." India: Your Competitive Advantage," Sponsored by: World Trade Club of the Greater Detroit Chamber of Commerce, School of Social Work, School of Business Administration, Wayne StateUniversity, Dearborn, MI.

Ramanathan, CS (July 1993). Discussant, Status of Indo-U.S. relations: Economic, Political, andCultural Realities, Graduate Students and Friends of India Seminar, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI (Presented to Faculty, Staff and Students of Wayne State University).

Ramanathan, C.S. (1991, August). Health and wellness at the workplace: Role for occupational social work, Paper Presented at the International Council on Social Welfare Asia Pacific Regional Conference, Hong Kong.

Doctoral Committee Service

Served on several doctoral committees as a committee member, as well as external examiner both in Universities in USA, and Asia.

Academic: Tenure Review

2010, External Reviewer: Promotion and Tenure, Boston College, Graduate School of Social Work.

External Examiner

Assam University, External examiner, MSW students, 2006, 2009, 2014.

SELECTED PROFESSIONAL SERVICE

ISPSW, Indian Society of Professional Social Workers, North American Representative, January 2013 – Present.

NASW – (National Association of Social Workers), member, National Committee on Ethnic and Racial Diversity, 2012 – June 2015.

Board Member, American Citizens for Justice, 2010 – 2012.

NASW – (National Association of Social Workers) Michigan Chapter, NASW, Member, M PACE (Michigan Political Action and Candidate Election)., 2010 - Present

Board Member, Michigan Indo American Democratic Caucus, January 2007 - 2009

Member, Board of Managers, Social Development Issues, ICSD, 2007 - Present

Member (Alternate), National Ethics Committee, NASW, Washington, DC., 2007 - 2009Founding Chairman, Michigan Indo American Democratic Caucus, 2002-2003

Board Member, Salvation Army, Springfield, MO, 10/ 95- 5/96; Detroit 4/93 to 8/95.

Member, Michigan Mental Health/Corrections Task Force, Detroit-Wayne County Community Mental Health Board, Detroit, MI 48226, March 1993 - May 1995.

Board Member, Child and Family Service of Michigan, Inc., Holt, MI - 48842, November 1991 -April, 1993.

Board Member, Group for the advancement of social group work, E. Lansing, MI, November 1991 - 1993.

Member, Bangladesh Disaster Relief Committee, Michigan State University, 5/91 to 12/91.

Vice President, Michigan State University United States-India Scholarship and Program Exchange, April 1991 - August 1992; Member 9/89 to 8/92.

Member, Advisory Board, Employee Assistance Program, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, January, 1990 - August 1992.

Member, Committee on Multicultural Mental Health Education and Training Issues, Michigan Department of Mental Health, August 1990 - May 1994.

Vice Chair, Board of Directors, Jackson County Community Mental Health Center, Carbondale, IL, August 1988 - June 1989.

Member, Board of Directors, Jackson County Community Mental Health Center, Carbondale, IL,August 1987 - June 1989.

Co-chair, Program Committee, NASW, Illini Chapter, August 1985 - August 1986.

University of I

West Florida

Exercise Science and

Community Health

I 1000 University Parkway

Pensacoia, PL 32514-57S0

January 23, 2018

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To: Dr. Gorge Ellenberg, Provost

To: Dr. Steve Brown, Interim Dean

Dr. Brandy Strahan, Interim Associate Dean

From: Dr. Debra Vinci, Chair, Department of Exercise Science & Community Health

Re: Tenure Review for Dr. Denise Seabert, Dean of the Usha Kundu MD, College of Health

I facilitated the Department of Exercise Science and Community Health tenure review for Dr. DeniseSeabert, Dean of the Usha Kundu MD, College of Health. There are four tenured faculty members in thedepartment eligible to vote for tenure review. They each voted in person by secret ballot.

The vote is in support of tenure (Vote 4 - 0). The envelope containing the secret ballots is attached.

Please let me know if further information is needed.

Phone 850.474.2592 f^ 850.474.2106

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An Equ^ Opportunity/Equal Access Institution

DENISE M. SEABERT

Associate Dean for External Affairs & Community Engagement

Professor of Health Education

College of Health

Ball State University

EDUCATION

2001 PhD University of Florida Health Behavior

Minor – Curriculum & Instruction

1997 MS Indiana University School and College Health

1991 BAEd Western Washington University School Health Education

MCHES® (Master Certified Health Education Specialist), 2011, National Commission for Health Education

Credentialing, Inc.

CHES® (Certified Health Education Specialist), 1998-2011, National Commission for Health Education

Credentialing, Inc.

Continuing Secondary Teaching Certificate, State of Washington, 1991-2005, Endorsements: Health and

Mathematics, Grades 4-12

IUPUI Fundraising School, Fall semester 2017

Principles and Techniques of Fundraising course

Developing Major Gifts course

HERS Institute, Denver, 2014 (Higher Education Resource Services)

Selected to attend Higher Education Resource Services (HERS) Institute on leading change, strategic

planning, finance and budgeting, higher education law, inclusion and diversity, information technology,

advancement, development, accreditation and communication.

ACE (American Council on Education) Leadership Academy for Department Chairs, July 2012

ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE

Associate Dean for External Affairs & Community Engagement, College of Health, Ball State

University, July 2016-present

The College of Health was established in July 2016 and includes the following units: Departments of

Counseling Psychology, Social Psychology, & Counseling; Nutrition & Health Science; Social Work; Speech

Pathology & Audiology; Schools of Kinesiology & Nursing.

The Associate Dean for External Affairs and Community Engagement is one of three associate deans for the

College of Health (CoH). Responsibilities include:

Provide strategic leadership and managerial oversight of activities related to external partners and

community engagement for the CoH

o Coordinated participation at the BSU Day at the Statehouse, including engagement of student

leaders

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o Planning Committee for Community Connect of Delaware County –a one day, one stop

opportunity to provide critical services and hospitality directly to our most vulnerable

community members who rely on community and government programs-homeless, near

homeless and working poor. CoH programs will play a key role in providing health, intake,

and data collection services.

Collaborate with CoH leadership (dean’s office, chairs group, etc.) and additional BSU campus

constituencies (Business Affairs, Office of the General Council, Foundation, Office of Community

Engagement, Office of Extended Education, Career Services, etc.) to move key initiatives forward

Provide oversight for the process of establishment, integration, and maintenance of agreements (e.g.,

MOUs) for student placements for clinicals, internships, practicums, etc., for all CoH academic

programs.

o Established new partnerships with local and regional healthcare facilities and hospitals

Collaborate with University Marketing & Communications to promote academic programs, faculty,

and students to external constituencies; develop communication materials (newsletters, websites,

social media, etc.) for both internal and external distribution

o Initiated and manage the social media efforts for the CoH

o Facilitate an efficient and effective college/department web redesign

o Develop and implement a college marketing and communications plan

Assist the Dean, CoH Development Director, and the Foundation to facilitate philanthropic

opportunities with external partners

Collaborate with Office of Community Engagement to promote CoH immersive learning opportunities

with community partners, and facilitate matching of community needs with faculty expertise

o Facilitate the CoH Immersive Learning Think Tank faculty group

Collaborate with CoH departments and Career Services to enhance placement of CoH students/alumni

o Initiated a Health & Human Services corridor at the job fair with more than 30 employers

o Facilitated advisor and faculty engagement at the job fair to increase student success

Assist the Dean and Alumni Office with coordinating alumni events/fund raising; Liaise with

academic units and Alumni Association to establish CoH alumni network

o Initiated the inaugural CoH Alumni Day bringing back alumni to engage with students

through academic programs, student organizations, and professional development sessions

o Established and facilitate a student leadership advisory council

Contribute to student, faculty, and college success

o Initiated a college committee to submit a grant/program plan for a first year experience for

CoH students to enhance the student experience, improve time to graduation outcomes,

address student mental health challenges, and enhance advising for students and change of

major success

Represent the College on the following University committees and task forces:

o Centennial Planning Committee

o Strategic Enrollment Planning Committee, Marketing & Recruitment Subcommittee

o Web Advisory Council

Provide leadership to allied health programs in the Department of Nutrition & Health Sciences

o Radiography Program – Executive Committee; Advisory Committee

o Respiratory Therapy Consortium Program – Executive Committee; Advisory Committee

Chairperson, Department of Physiology & Health Science, Ball State University, 2012-2016

The Department of Physiology & Health Science (now Dept of Nutrition & Health Science) included two

associate degree allied health programs, three bachelor’s programs, and one master’s program; employed 19

faculty members, 9 graduate assistants, and 4 staff; and generated more than 8,000 student credit hours. We

served more than 300 department majors and provided service to the core curriculum and other health

programs on campus.


Managed budget, course scheduling, faculty merit reviews, reappointments, and tenure and promotion

applications

Hired high quality tenure-track and full-time contract faculty members who enhance diversity and help

improve program quality following the retirement of one-third of senior faculty members

Enhanced academic advising resources and services for departmental majors to improve retention and

graduation rates

Smoothly transitioned the Physiology program, faculty members, graduate assistants, budget, and

resources to the Biology Department in preparation for the move to the new College of Health

Negotiated a full-time online contract position funded by Distance Education resulting in the hiring

one of the University’s first remote engaged full-time contract faculty members

Facilitated two half-day curriculum revision retreats with health science faculty leading to a major

program curriculum revision

Transitioned our online offerings from per-head pay to a load-based structure within one semester

Increased enrollment in online courses offerings by 150% within two years and improved course

quality and rigor through alignment with Quality Matters standards and peer review

Supported the preparation of the Health Science accreditation report and site visit resulting in

additional five year approval

Facilitated department strategic planning efforts to re-establish department priorities and align with the

University strategic plan

Implemented an inter-departmental new faculty mentoring program

Initiated department-wide professional development focused on increasing student engagement and

academic rigor

Established relationships and communication with the department external advisory committee,

alumni, and friends of the department resulting in increased donations

Co-chair, College of Health Implementation Task Force (appointed), Ball State University, 2014-2016

Helped established processes for instituting a new college

Co-facilitated communication to the campus community (Board of Trustees, President, President’s

Cabinet, and Faculty) regarding task force recommendations

Chair, Governance Document Development Committee

Long-range Academic Planning Steering Committee (appointed), Ball State University, 2013-2014

Chair, Health Subcommittee (Provost led initiative to conduct long range curricular planning for the

institution. Charged with leading a team to explore the best way to organize health-related assets on

campus for the future)

Led long-range strategic/academic planning efforts resulting in the recommendation for a College of

Health

Facilitated a half-day retreat with the provost, deans, department chairs, program directors, and key

faculty to explore the opportunities and challenges associated with establishing a new College of

Health

Secretary/Treasurer (appointed), Eta Sigma Gamma National Health Education Honorary, 2013-present

Manage the budget and finances

Supervise the Executive Director

Provide direction to the national office


Assistant Chair, Department of Physiology & Health Science, Ball State University; 2010-2012

Efficiently scheduled classes to maximize offerings available to students and insure enrollment

capacity

Assigned faculty teaching loads

Coordinated department assessment processes

Director, London Centre, Rinker Center for International Programs, Ball State University, Fall 2010

Managed/coordinated all aspects of the program including recruitment; cultural experience;

curriculum; student development and living, academics, health, culture, etc. during a semester-long

study abroad program

Program Coordinator & Advisor, School Health Education Program, Department of Physiology &

Health Science, Ball State University, 2003-2016

Collaborated with Physical Education to develop a dual health/PE teacher licensure program which

meets both accrediting bodies and state and national standards for teachers of health and PE

Prepared a successful NCATE Health assessment report which was selected by NCATE as a national

model for other institutions

Developed program assessment procedures and tools

Review and revise the school health curriculum annually to maintain best practice and to address

accreditation requirements and program improvement recommendations

Advised all school health majors and post-bac licensure students

TEACHING AND RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Professor of Health Education, Ball State University, 2003-present

Promoted, 2008 & 2013; Tenured 2010

My specialization includes teacher preparation, curriculum, assessment, standards-based instruction, and

development of best practice instructional materials.

At the undergraduate level, teach school health professional preparation courses including assessment

and evaluation; methods, materials, and curriculum; school health policies and programs; principles of

health education; and other health content courses.

Led program accreditation effort resulting in full recognition by SHAPE (Health Specialized Program

Area) until 2022

Program coordinator, School Health Education undergraduate degree (2003-2016)

o Responsible for curriculum development/revision, assessment, accreditation, academic

advising for major, and teacher licensure requirements

Advised 15-20 undergraduate majors annually

Received internal funding to support the development of best practice advising processes

Advised graduate students; directed undergraduate and graduate independent studies, chaired master’s

thesis committees, served on master’s thesis and doctoral committees

Developed summer professional development workshops for inservice teachers to meet state licensure

requirements

Facilitated two student-led community engagement projects

o Served as a consultant for the “Home for supper: Creating family mealtimes that sustain mind,

body, and spirit” community intervention. The project included a community-based

intervention for families to address obesity.

o Led immersive learning project, Planting Healthy Seeds, a two-semester interdisciplinary

project with the goal of developing a signature 3rd and 4th grade obesity prevention curriculum

for area schools focusing on healthy eating and physical activity with a total of 36 lessons.


Consulting:

“Home for Supper!” Indiana University Ball Memorial Hospital (IUBMH), Family Medicine Residency,

Muncie, IN, 2012

Provided the youth programming component on a $30,000 grant received by IUBMH in a

community-based obesity prevention intervention creating an immersive experience for school health

majors

Anderson Community School Corporation, Anderson, IN, 2011-2012

Facilitated grades 6-12 curriculum mapping process with health faculty

Indiana Department of Education HIV Initiative, Indianapolis, IN, 2011-2012

Evaluated a multi-year teacher inservice initiative

Ball Memorial Hospital, Family Medicine Residency, Muncie, IN, 2009-2010

Provided program assessment and curriculum alignment consultation in preparation for

accreditation review

Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, Division of Adolescent & School Health, 2007-2013

Facilitated workshops for teachers and other school personnel on national best practice school

health tools (effective curriculum and policy/program assessment)

Indiana Department of Education, HIV/AIDS Training Cadre, 2006-2013

Provided HIV/AIDS inservice for K-12 faculty/staff responsible for teaching the HIV/AIDS

curriculum

Summary of Scholarship: Published 20+ articles in peer-reviewed journals on a variety of topics, including professional preparation,

professional development, effective instruction, adolescent health, and teaching techniques. Other scholarly

contributions include co-author on three textbooks, development of inservice teacher training curriculum, five

encyclopedia entries, co-author of academic/professional standards, and 40+ peer-reviewed presentations.

Refereed Publications

Fernandes, N., Khubchandani, J., Seabert, D., Nimkar, S. (2015). Overweight Status in Indian Children:

Prevalence and Psychosocial Correlates. Indian Pediatrics.

Barr, Goldfarb, Russell, Seabert, Sorace, Wallen, & Wilson. (June 2014). Improving Sexuality Education:

The Development of Teacher Preparation Standards. Journal of School Health.

Chothe V, Khubchandani J, Seabert D, Asalkar A, Rakshe A, Firke J, & Midha I, Simmons R. (2014).

Students’ Perceptions and Doubts about Menstruation in Developing Countries: A Case Study from India.

Health Promotion Practice.

Davis, McKenzie, Baldwin, Mata, Capwell, Seabert, Barnes, Burak. (2012). Professional development

through planning for and/or participating in an accreditation/approval review. Health Promotion Practice.

Accepted for publication, July 2012.

McKenzie JF, Seabert DM. (2009). Why do health educators obtain and continue to hold the CHES

credential? American Journal of Health Studies, 24(4), 401-410. available online at: http://www.va-

ajhs.com/.

McKenzie JF, Seabert DM. (2009). A retrospective review of those who hold the Certified Health Education

Specialist (CHES) credential. American Journal of Health Studies, 24(2), 276-286. Available online at:

http://www.va-ajhs.com/.

McKenzie JF, Seabert DM, Hayden J, Cottrell RR. (2009). Textbook writing: A form of professional

development. Health Promotion Practice, 10 (1), 10-14.

Clark JK, Seabert D, Goldsmith M. (2007). Conversations with Early Leaders of Eta Sigma Gamma. The

Health Educator, 39(2), 1-6.

Behar-Horenstein LS, Isaac CA, Seabert DM, Davis CA. (2006). Classroom Instruction and the Loss of

Instructional Time: A Case Study. Education and Society, volume 24(3), 83-99.

Goebel G & Seabert D. (2006). Put on Your Thinking Hats. Journal of School Health, 76(7), 393-395.

Behar-Horenstein LS & Seabert DM. (2005). Teachers’ Use of Models of Teaching. Educational

Practice and Theory 27(1), 49-66.

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Angermeier L, Seabert DM, Gilbert K, & Hirschmann M. (2005). The mating game. Journal of School

Health, 75(1), 35-37.

Hey W, Calderon KS & Seabert D. (2003). Student work issues: Implications for college transition and

retention. The Journal of College Orientation and Transition, 10(2), 35-41.

Seabert DM, Pigg RM, Weiler, RM, Behar-Horenstein LS, Miller MD, & Varnes JW. (2002). The

influence of preservice instruction in health education methods on the health content taught by

elementary teachers in Indiana. Journal of School Health, 72(10), 422-428.

Tynes S & Seabert DM. (2002). Emotional moments. Journal of School Health, 72(9), 385-386.

Behar-Horenstein LS & Seabert DM. (2002). Looking at classroom teaching: A missing component in studies

of school performance. Curriculum and Teaching, vol. 17(1), 21-38.

Calderone KS, Hey W, & Seabert D. (2001). Perceived Stress and Locus of Control Differences Between

Employed and Non-employed College Students: Implications for Increasing Internal Locus of Control.

Student Affairs Journal Online. Retrieved May 2, 2001 from the World Wide Web: http://sajo.org.

Birch DA, Duplaga C, Seabert DM, & Wilbur KM. (2001). What Do Master Teachers Consider Important in

Professional Preparation for School Health Education. Journal of School Health,71(2): 56-60.

Johnson Moore M, Pealer LN, Weiler RM, & Seabert DS. (1999). A Survey of Search Committee

Chairpersons: Candidate Qualifications Preferred for Entry-level Tenure Track Health Education Faculty

Positions. Journal of Health Education,30(5): 297-302.

Seabert DM. (1999). Potential Contributions of the Elementary School Principal to School Health Instruction.

The Health Education Monograph Series,16(3): 28-31.

Non-refereed Publications

Seabert DM. (2013). Academic achievement and health. In D Wiley & A Cory (Eds.). Encyclopedia of School

Health. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications. (Invited)

Seabert DM. (2013). Characteristics of effective health education instruction. In D Wiley & A Cory (Eds.).

Encyclopedia of School Health. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications. (Invited)

Seabert DM. (2013). Diffusion of innovation theory. In D Wiley & A Cory (Eds.). Encyclopedia of School

Health. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications. (Invited)

Seabert DM. (2013). Functional knowledge. In D Wiley & A Cory (Eds.). Encyclopedia of School Health.

Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications. (Invited)

McKenzie JF & Seabert DM (2007). Prevention: Primary, secondary, and tertiary. In S. Boslaugh

(Ed.), Encyclopedia of Epidemiology (pp. 838-840). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications. (Invited)

Pealer LN, Johnson Moore M, Weiler RM, Seabert DM. (1999). Candidate Qualifications Preferred by Search

Committee Chairs for Entry-Level Tenure-Track Faculty Positions at Research I/II Institutions and Non-

Research I/II Institutions. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport Science,70 (1) Supplement, March

1999, Abstracts of Completed Research.

Dorman SM, Seabert DM. (1998). Preventing Tobacco Use Among High Risk Youth: A Summer Institute

Participant Notebook. Florida Tobacco Pilot Program 1998 Summer Institutes, Office of the Governor,

State of Florida.

Bailey W, Hernandez M, Seabert D, Bailey M, Lay M, Pogue M, Pearson W. (1997). Alcohol, Tobacco, and

Other Drug Use by Indiana Children and Adolescents. Institute for Drug Abuse Prevention, Prevention

Monograph Series No. 97-1.

Textbooks

Cottrell, Girvan, Seabert, Spears, & McKenzie. (2018). Principles and Foundations of Health Promotion and

Education (7th ed.). San Francisco, CA: Benjamin Cummings.

McKenzie, Pinger & Seabert (2018). An introduction to community & public health (9th ed.). Boston, MA:

Jones and Bartlett Publishers.

Cottrell, Girvan, McKenzie, & Seabert. (2015). Principles and Foundations of Health Promotion and

Education (6th ed.). San Francisco, CA: Benjamin Cummings.

Telljohann, Symons, Pateman, & Seabert. (2015). Health education: Elementary and middle school

applications (8th ed.). San Francisco, CA: McGraw-Hill.

http://sajo.org/


Telljohann, Symons, Pateman, & Seabert. (2012). Health education: Elementary and middle school

applications (7th ed.). San Francisco, CA: McGraw-Hill.

Textbook Ancillaries

Seabert DM. (2012). Instructor’s Manual to accompany Telljohann, Symons, Pateman, Seabert (2012).

Health education: Elementary and middle school applications (7th ed.). San Francisco, CA: McGraw-Hill.

[on-line materials]

Clark JK & Seabert DM. (2012). Instructor’s Guide to accompany Cottrell RR, Girvan JT & McKenzie JF.

(2012) Principles & foundations of health promotion and education (5th ed.). San Francisco, CA:

Benjamin Cummings.

Seabert DM. (2009). Instructor’s Manual to accompany Telljohann, Symons, Pateman (2009). Health

education: Elementary and middle school applications (6th ed.). San Francisco, CA: McGraw-Hill.

[on-line materials]

Clark JK & Seabert DM. (2009). Instructor’s Guide to accompany Cottrell RR, Girvan JT & McKenzie JF.

(2009) Principles & foundations of health promotion and education (4th ed.). San Francisco, CA:

Benjamin Cummings.

Seabert DM. (2007). Instructor’s Testing and Resource CD-ROM to accompany Telljohann, Symons &

Pateman. (2007). Health education: Elementary and middle school applications (5th ed.). San Francisco,

CA: McGraw Hill Higher Education.

Clark JK, Seabert DM, Cottrell RR, & Girvan JT. (2005). Instructor’s Guide to accompany Cottrell RR,

Girvan JT & McKenzie JF. (2005). Principles & foundations of health promotion and education (3rd ed.).

San Francisco, CA: Benjamin Cummings.

Book Chapter Contributions

McKenzie J & Pinger R. (2013). An introduction to community health: Brief edition. (1st ed.). Boston, MA:


Developed Chapter 6 – “Adolescents, young adults, and adults” for the first edition of this textbook.

McKenzie J, Pinger R, & Kotecki J. (2012). An introduction to community health! (7th ed.). Boston, MA:


Revised Chapter 6 – “The school health program: A component of community health” and

Chapter 8 “Adolescents, young adults and adults” for the 7th edition.

McKenzie J, Pinger R, & Kotecki J. (2008). An introduction to community health! (6th ed.). Boston, MA:


Revised Chapter 6 – “The school health program: A component of community health” and

Chapter 8 – “Adolescents, young adults and adults” for the 6th edition.

McKenzie J, Pinger R, & Kotecki J. (2005). An introduction to community health (5th ed.). Boston, MA: Jones

and Bartlett Publishers.

Revised Chapter 6 – “The school health program: A component of community health” and Chapter 8 –

“Adolescents, young adults and adults” for the 5th edition.

Teacher In-service Curriculum

Seabert D. (2009). “What Do Teachers Need To Know: Sexuality Education – Linking Fact, Skills,

& Strategies – Year 1 Day 2 & Year 2 Day 1 & 2.” Indiana Department of Education Classroom

HIV/AIDS and Sexuality Education Program Improvement Initiative.

Instructional Standards

Indiana Department of Education. (revision in progress). Indiana Academic Standards for Health & Wellness.

(Invited)

Future of Sex Ed and Project Partners. (2014). National Sexuality Education Professional Teaching Standards.

(Invited)

Indiana Department of Education. (2007). Indiana Academic Standards for Health & Wellness. (Invited)


Refereed Presentations (since 2000)

Wood, Bishop, Seabert. “Development of a Comprehensive Undergraduate Community Health Exit Exam: A

Template for Measuring Program Success and Student Mastery of CHES Content.” Society for Public

Health Education 67th Annual Meeting, March 30, 2016, Charlotte, NC.

Seabert, Khubchandani. “Injury and Violent Risk Behaviors: Are Obese Adolescents at Higher Risk?” Poster

research presentation presented at the American School Health Association National Convention, October

15, 2015, Orlando, FL.

Seabert, Khubchandani, Chothe, Cosgray, “Indian Adolescents’ Knowledge and Perceptions on Menstrual

Health and Hygiene Practices.” Poster research presentation presented at the Society for Public Health

Education 66th Annual Meeting, April 23, 2015, Portland, OR.

Khubchandani, Seabert, “Exposures to Anti-tobacco Messages: Association with Tobacco Use Behavior and

Attitudes in Indian Adolescents.” Oral research presentation presented at the Society for Public Health

Education 66th Annual Meeting, April 24, 2015, Portland, OR.

Seabert, Khubchandani, Beck. “Analysis of State Laws on Education for Adolescent Dating Violence

Prevention.” Poster research presentation presented at the American School Health Association National

Convention, October 11, 2014, Portland, OR.

Seabert, Khubchandani, “Indian Adolescents’ Perceptions of Tobacco Use and Smoking.” Poster research

presentation presented at the American School Health Association National Convention, October 11, 2014,

Portland, OR.

Telljohann, Seabert, Wilson, Sorace. (2013). “Working Upstream: Teacher Preparation Standards for

Sexuality Education.” 4 hour pre-conference workshop presented at the American School Health

Association National Convention, October 9, 2013, Myrtle Beach, SC.

Khubchandani J, Seabert D, Clark S. “Adolescent Dating Violence Prevention: A Review of

Strategies and Interventions.” Oral research presentation presented at the American School Health

Association National Convention, October 12, 2012, San Antonio TX.

Khubchandani J, Seabert D, Fan M. “Association of Dating Violence Victimization with other Violent

Behaviors.” Oral research presentation to be presented at the American School Health Association

National Convention, October 12, 2012, San Antonio TX.

Seabert DM, Daniel L, Shue C, & Vetor-Suits C. “Family Supper Time!: A Collaborative Approach to

Obesity Prevention.” Poster presentation to be presented at the American School Health Association

National Convention, October 11, 2012, San Antonio TX.

Biggerstaff M, Spangler A & Seabert D. “Nutrition education needs and interests: Perspectives of older

Americans participating in congregate meal programs.” American Association of Family and Consumer

Sciences Annual Conference and Exhibit, June 25-27, 2012, Indianapolis, IN. Poster presentation

Sherwood-Laughlin C, Angermeier L, Seabert D. “Lessons Learned: Implementation of an HIV/AIDS and

Sexual Health Education Training for Teachers.” Eastern/Midcontinent Regional Joint meeting for the

Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality, May 17-20, 2012, Bloomington, IN.

Angermeier L, Sherwood-Laughlin C, Seabert D. “What Happened Next? Results from a Sexual Health

Education Training Program for Teachers.” Indiana Joint National Public Health Week Conference, April

3, 2012, Indianapolis, IN.

Angermeier L, Sherwood-Laughlin C, Seabert D. “Limitless Lessons Learned from a

Collaborative HIV/AIDS Training Model.” Poster presentation at the American School Health

Association National Convention, October 13, 2011, Louisville, KT.

Manor E, Seabert D, Kamiri J, Angermeier L. “A Content Analysis of MICHIANA School Wellness

Policies.” Poster presentation at the American School Health Association National Convention, October

13, 2011, Louisville, KT.

Seabert, Ogletree, Lysoby, Rehrig. “The Process Behind the Master Certified Health Education Specialist

(MCHES).” American School Health Association National Convention, October 14, 2011, Louisville,

KT.

Angermeier L, Sherwood-Laughlin C, Seabert D, Staab J, & Henry S. “Enhancing Classroom HIV/AIDS and

Sexuality Education Experiences for Teachers and Students: A Collaborative Training Model Linking

Facts, Skills and Strategies.” Presented at the American School Health Association National Convention,

October 13-16, 2010, Kansas City, MO.


Angermeier L, Seabert D, Sherwood-Laughlin C, Ransel MB, & Henry S. “HIV/AIDS and Sexuality

Education Experiences for Teachers.” Presented at IAAHPERD Annual Conference, November 2010,

Indianapolis, IN.

McCormack Brown K, Everett Jones S, Seabert D, Sneed S. “Editors’ Insights: Strategies for

Reviewing for the Journal of School Health and other Peer-Reviewed Journals” American School Health

Association National Convention program, October 30, 2009, Denver, CO.

Angermeier L, Sherwood-Laughlin C, Henry S, Lesch K, Seabert D. “HIV/AIDS and Sexuality

Education: A Creative Collaboration with Many Voices.” AAHPERD National Convention, April

1, 2009, Tampa, FL.

Henry S, Lesch K, Sherwood-Laughlin C, Angermeier L, & Seabert D. “HIV, Collaboration and Chocolate.”

Presented at the National Association of Health Education Centers and American Association for Health

Education Annual Conference, 2008, Cincinnati, OH.

Seabert D, Wilson K. “A Conversation with Women in the Field.” American School Health

Association National Convention, November 15, 2008, Tampa, FL.

Paul S, Seabert D. “Shifting from Content- to Standards-Based Instruction: You Can Teach Old Dogs New

Tricks.” American School Health Association National Convention, November 15, 2008, Tampa, FL.

Clark J, Clark S, Seabert D. “Michiana, a Two-State Coordinated School Health Leadership Institute: Lessons

Learned.” American School Health Association’s National Convention, July 12, 2007, Honolulu, Hawaii.

Seabert D, Kennedy B. “Saving Middle-School Health Education from Extinction: Achieving Health Literacy

through Advocacy & Multi-disciplinary Connections. American School Health Association’s National

Convention, July 12, 2007, Honolulu, Hawaii.

Erbe R, Seabert DM. “Spirituality and its Relationship to Alcohol Use Among College Students.” American

Alliance for Health, Physical Education and Dance (AAHPERD) National Convention, April 27, 2006,

Salt Lake City, UT.

Seabert DM, Strodel J, Crouch E. “Why teach health education? Influences on elementary teachers’

classroom instructional practices.” American School Health Association’s National Convention, October

12, 2006, St. Louis, MO.

Everett Jones S, Price JH, Bergen MD, Jeffery J, Seabert D. “Journal of school health update: For authors,

consumers, and potential manuscript reviewers.” American School Health Association’s National

Convention, October 12, 2006, St. Louis, MO.

Isaac C, Behar-Horenstein LS, Davis C, Seabert D. “Student- and teacher-initiated loss of instructional time.”

American Educational Research Association National Convention. April 11, 2006, San Francisco, CA.

Baran A, Seabert DM. “Life with tobacco.” American School Health Association’s National Convention,

October, 2005, Burbank, CA.

Santabarbara T, Seabert DM, Erbe R. “Pre-Service Teachers’ Attitudes Toward Role Modeling Health

Behaviors Compared to Their Actual Health Behaviors Practiced.” Submitted to American School Health

Association’s National Convention, October, 2005, Burbank, CA.

Seabert DM, Santabarbara T, Britten JS. “Improving the emotional environment of schools through online

professional development.” American School Health Association’s National Convention, October 15,

2004, Pittsburgh, PA.

Whobrey G, Seabert DM. “Put on your thinking hats.” American School Health Association’s National

Convention, October 15, 2004, Pittsburgh, PA.

Angermeier L, Seabert DM, Gilbert KR. “The Mating Game.” American School Health Association’s

National Convention, October 17, 2004. El Paso, TX.

Behar-Horenstein LS, Seabert DM. “Assessing Classroom Instructional Quality Through Models of Teaching.

American Educational Research Association National Convention, April 25, 2003. Chicago, IL.

Seabert D, Pigg M. “The Influence of Preservice Professional Preparation in Health Education on the Health

Content Taught by Elementary Teachers in Indiana.” American School Health Association’s National

Convention, October 3, 2002. Charlotte, NC.

Seabert D. “Elementary Health Instruction: What is Being Taught and What is Perceived to be of Importance

to Students.” American School Health Association’s National Convention. October 4, 2002. Charlotte,

NC.


Seabert D, Weiler R, Pigg M. “Development of the Elementary Health Content Inventory.” American School

Health Association National Convention, November 9, 2001, Albuquerque, NM.

Tynes S, Seabert D. “Teacher’s Health Dimension Assessment.” American School Health Association

National Convention, November 9, 2001, Albuquerque, NM.

Hey W, Stouffer K, Seabert D. “Perceived Stress and Locus of Control Differences Between Employed and

Non-Employed College Students: Implications for Assessment.” Southern District AAHPERD

Convention, February 9, 2001, Birmingham, AL.

James DCS, Adams TL, Seabert D. “Elementary School Teachers’ Perceptions of Integrating Health into

Other Content Areas.” 2000 American Public Health Association Annual Meeting, November 14, 2000,

Boston, MA.

Seabert D, Tynes S. “Emotional Moments,” American School Health Association National Convention,

October 28, 2000, New Orleans, LA.

Mitchell GS, Lockhart R, Seabert D. “Values Clarification for Organizational Change in Clinical Education,”

American Association of Dental Schools 77th Annual Session and Exhibition, April 1-5, 2000, Washington

DC.

Howard E, Murray C, Seabert D. “Spice Up Personal and Family Health,” AAHPERD National Convention,

March 25, 2000, Orlando, FL.

Invited Presentations

Seabert D. “Talking with Adolescents about Sexuality in the Clinical Setting,” IU Ball Memorial

Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program, Muncie, IN, 2015, 2017.

Jensen M, Seabert D. “School Health Index: Training of Trainers.” ACS/CDC School Health Education –

Higher Education Academy III, February 8, 2013, Atlanta, GA. Oral 4 hour workshop

Seabert D, Tappe M with Pejavara A. “The School Health Index: Practical Applications for Pre-

Service and In-Service School Health Education Students.” ACS/CDC School Health Education – Higher

Education Academy III, February 3, 2012, Atlanta, GA. Oral 1.5 hour session

Seabert D. “School Health Index: Training of Trainers.” CDC Division of Adolescent and School

Health workshop for State Education Agency staff. July 18, 2011, Boston, MA. Full day

training

Pejavara A, Seabert D, Tappe M. “The School Health Index: Practical Applications for Pre-Service

and In-Service School Health Education Students.” ACS/CDC School Health Education – Higher

Education Academy II, February 26, 2010, Atlanta, GA. Oral 2 hour repeated session

Pejavara A, Lee S, Hunt P, McCracken B, Seabert D, Sullivan B. “Training school health staff on

PECAT, SHI, and HECAT.” CDC-DASH Annual Partners Meeting, March 17, 2009, Bethesda,

MD. Oral 3.5 hour session

Pejavara A, Seabert D, Tappe, M. “The School Health Index: Practical Applications for Pre- Service

and In-Service School Health Education Students.” ACS/CDC School Health Education – Higher

Education Academy, May 14, 2009, Atlanta, GA. Oral 2 hour repeated session

Seabert D. “Sexuality education in schools: Helping physicians present in schools,” IU Ball Memorial

Hospital Family Medicine Residency program, Muncie, IN, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014,

2016.

Seabert D. “Are You an Askable Teacher?” Bridging the Gap Between Abstinence-Only and

Comprehensive Human Sexuality Education Conference, Conference Sponsors: Kansas and Iowa

Department of Education, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Kansas

Department of Health and Environment, and Iowa Department of Public Health June 10, 2004,

Kansas City, MO.

Seabert D. “Dealing with Sensitive Issues,” 2002 Health and Wellness Summer Institute, Indiana

University Purdue University Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN, June 27, 2002.


Service Presentations Seabert D. “Answering Difficult Questions.” Indiana AHPERD Annual Conference, Indianapolis,

IN, November 15, 2002.

Behar-Horenstein LS, Seabert DM. “When Students Run Our School: Consequences,

Responsibilities, and Interventions.” P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School, Gainesville, FL, May 3,

2000.

Graduate Student Program Committee, Alpha Lambda Chapter, Eta Sigma Gamma. “Issues/Concerns

Associated with Teaching by Graduate Assistants/Fellows,” AAHPERD National Convention, Orlando,

FL, March 23, 2000. (Project Coordinator)

Grant Activity:

Submitted over $50,000 in internal funding. Samples of grant submissions exemplifying my interests in

advising, assessment, curriculum development, and improving the health of youth include:

Slater E, Thaller J, Gruver J, Payton E, Place J, Seabert D. (2015). “Hope is the thing with feathers: Engaging

long-term care residents in a nature-based, birding intervention to reduce symptoms of dementia.” Grant

proposal submitted to the Provost Immersive Learning Grants. Submitted February 2015, $44,480

requested, not funded.

Payton E, Place J, Thaller J, Seabert D, Daniel L. (2014). “Birds as medicine: Engaging long-term care

residents in a nature-based intervention to reduce symptoms of dementia.” Grant proposal submitted to the

Discovery Foundation. Submitted November 2014, $15,785 requested, not funded.

Khubchandani J & Seabert D (2012). “Walking the talk in bullying prevention: A school based youth directed

approach.” Grant proposal submitted to the Indiana State Department of Health. Submitted May 2012,

$3,500 requested, fully funded.

Murr R., Seabert D, Paul S. (2011). “Planting Healthy Seeds.” A Building Better Communities Health

Fellows Grant from Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne, IN to develop innovative 3rd and 4th grade obesity

prevention curriculum. $11,000 requested, fully funded.

Seabert D, Bishop C, Wood M. (2011). “Improving Assessment to Improve the Health Science Program.”

Grant proposal submitted to the Office of Academic Assessment and Institutional Research Summer

Assessment Grant program. Submitted April 2011, $3,000 requested, fully funded.

Seabert D (2009). “Continuous Improvement of the School Health Program: Standards and Student Learning

Outcomes Assessment” Grant proposal submitted to the Office of Academic Assessment and Institutional

Research Summer Assessment Grant program. Submitted March 2009, $1,000 requested, fully funded.

Seabert D (2008). “Preparation of the School Health Program Review Report”

Grant proposal submitted to the Office of Academic Assessment and Institutional Research Summer

Assessment Grant program. Submitted April 2008, $1,000 requested, fully funded.

Seabert D (2007). “American Association for Health Education Case Study Competition.” Proposal for funds

submitted to the Office of Associate Provost Student Curricular Activities Funds program. Submitted

October 2007, $1200 requested, $800 funded.

Seabert D. (2007). “School Health Program Standards Alignment and Assessment.” Grant proposal submitted

to the Office of Academic Assessment and Institutional Research Summer Assessment Grant program.

Submitted April 2007, $1,000 requested, fully funded.

Siebert C & Seabert D (2006). “Assessing Preservice Teachers’ Outcomes-Based Proficiencies as Evidenced

in Digital Portfolios.” Grant proposal submitted to the Office of Academic Assessment and Institutional

Research Summer Assessment Grant program. Submitted April 2006, $9,800 requested, $8,500 funded.

Clark J, McKenzie J & Seabert D (2006). “Curriculum Assessment Project.” Grant proposal submitted to the

Office of Academic Assessment and Institutional Research Summer Assessment Grant program.

Submitted April 2006, $3,000 requested, fully funded.


Seabert DM (2005). “Why teach health education? Influences on elementary teachers’ classroom instruction

practices.” Grant proposal submitted to the Office of Academic Research and Sponsored Programs New

Faculty Internal Grant program, Ball State University. Submitted January 18, 2005, $5,186 requested,

fully funded.

Seabert DM (2005). Grant proposal submitted to the School of Extended Education Summer School

Marketing Fund. Funds requested to market HSC 398 Teaching Health in Schools Today summer

workshop for inservice teachers. Submitted November 17, 2004, $650 requested, fully funded.

Seabert DM (2004). “Improving the Experience of the School Health Education Major Through Advising

and Enrichment.” Grant proposal submitted to Fall 2004 Lilly Endowment, Inc. II Departmental Retention

Initiatives Grant program, BSU. Submitted October 11, 2004, $6,980 requested, fully funded.

Seabert DM. (2003). “Improving the Experience of the School Health Education Major Through Advising

and Enrichment.” Grant proposal submitted to Fall 2003 Lilly Endowment, Inc. II Departmental Retention

Initiatives Grant program, Ball State University, $8,120 requested, $4,000 funded.

Summary of Professional Service Contributions:

Member (Appointed), SOPHE’s National Committee on the Future of School Health Education; 2016-present

Commissioner (Elected), National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc.; 2011-12

Division Board for Certification of Health Education Specialists (Appointed), National Commission

for Health Education Credentialing, Inc.; 2009-2012

Contributed to the development of the inaugural MCHES exam.

Research Council Representative to the Board (Elected), Board of Directors, American School Health

Association; 2009-2014

Chair (Elected), Research Council, American School Health Association; 2009-2011;

Past Chair: 2011-2013; Vice-Chair: 2008-2009

Co-Chair (Appointed), Indiana Healthy Weight Initiative, Schools Work Group, Indiana Department of

Health; 2009-2013

Editorial Board: Pedagogy in Health Promotion: The Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (Appointed);

2014-present

Associate Editor – Teaching Techniques: Journal of School Health (Appointed); 2006-2012

Editorial Associate – Teaching Techniques: The Health Educator (Appointed); 2007-2009

Journal reviewer: American Journal of Health Education, Journal of School Health, Journal of

Teacher Education

University:

Graduate School Advisory Board; 2014-2017

Member (elected), Professional Education Committee, College of Sciences & Humanities Rep; 2007-2009;

Health/PE Rep; 2015-present

Member (appointed), CAEP Standard 1 Committee; 2015-2017 (Responsible for developing assessments for

teacher education unit assessment)

College:

Member, Task Force on the Status of Women; 2003-2009 (Secretary, 2004-2007)

Member, Teacher Education Council; 2003-present (Chair, 2011-2012)


Department:

Regularly chaired 1-2 committees and membership on 3-5 committees each academic year prior to becoming

chair including chairing search committees, promotion and tenure, and salary

Honors and Awards:

Fellow, Eta Sigma Gamma National Health Education Honorary, 2017

Recipient, Outstanding Faculty Service Award, Ball State University, 2013

Recipient, Distinguished Service Award, American School Health Association, 2012

Recipient, Sigma Phi Epsilon Outstanding Faculty Award, Indiana Gamma Chapter, Ball State University,

2011

Recipient, Horizon Award, American Association for Health Education, 2008

In recognition of an individual who demonstrates, through his/her contributions to the field of health

education, outstanding potential to obtain prominence in the health education profession

Fellow, American School Health Association, 2007

Curriculum Vitae of Ashok Srinivasan

HIGHLIGHTS

EDUCATION

HONORS AND AWARDS

• Fulbright Senior Research Scholar, Dec 2011 - May 2012.

• Best paper award, International Conference on Parallel Processing (ICPP), 2006.

• Nominated for University Teaching Award (graduate), 2007, 2009.

INTERDISCIPLINARY SCHOLARSHIP

Supercomputing for Public Policy Analysis (current focus on health), High Performance Computing, Applications in Computational Sciences, Scalable Algorithms.

• Interdisciplinary collaborations with researchers in Bio-Chemistry, Bio-Informatics, Economics, Finance, Materials, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, and Urban Planning.

• PI or co-PI on grants totaling around $ 4 million from NSF, DOE, DOD, etc.

PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES

• Around 30 invited talks at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, University of California at San Diego, Oak Ridge National Lab, etc., in the US and abroad.

• Reviewed proposals for the National Academies, Fulbright program, NSF, NIH, etc.

• Organized around 15 profession events, and served on over 40 technical program committees for conferences around the world, such as SC, IPDPS, etc.

University of California at Santa Barbara

Computer Science Ph.D., 1996

University of Akron Polymer Engineering M.S., 1992 Regional Engineering College, Tiruchirapalli, India

Chemical Engineering B.Tech. (Honors), 1987

FULBRIGHT SENIOR RESEARCH SCHOLAR: SUMMARY OF ACTIVITIES

Supercomputers have traditionally been used for scientific applications. The real-world impact of many events handled by scientific models, such as extreme weather, also depends on how people react to those events. The latter too needs to be considered by policy makers in taking decisions. Computer simulations can be particularly useful in providing policy makers with insight into vulnerabilities of different policy options. The goal of the Fulbright award was to set up an international inter-disciplinary effort that can use the enormous power of emerging high-end computers to help policy makers in decisions dealing with disasters. I have subsequently put together teams of experts from diverse areas such as agriculture, anthropology, bio-informatics, climate modeling, decision support, epidemiology, mathematics, etc.


I was a founding partner in CCH USA LLC, a startup that was one of the fastest growing real estate companies operating in Arizona, with annual revenue over $10 million at its peak a few years back. We used sophisticated algorithms and software technologies to gain a competitive advantage in cost and quality. We closed this business recently to pursue better opportunities with another real estate business abroad, which quickly grew to several times the former. I am not involved in managerial aspects of the latter, and so this will not interfere with my professional responsibilities.

My leadership extends to the non-profit sector. I am a member of the executive committee of United Faculty of Florida – Florida State University Chapter, which is the sole union representing our faculty. As a member of this committee, I have experience in defending the interests of faculty in their endeavor to preserve academic freedom in order to provide excellent education to students.

LEADERSHIP IN SERVICE

I am a founding co-chair of the Student Research Symposium at the IEEE International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC). I proposed this symposium to the IEEE Computer Society Technical Committee on Parallel Processing (TCPP) with the goal of motivating student interest in parallel computing around the world. This symposium tries to accomplish that by showcasing student accomplishments in parallel computing and also by giving them a forum to interact informally with experts from industry and academia. Many of the students are from places without good faculty guidance. So, we also work on other support activities, such as training students and faculty in technical writing skills. I have obtained sponsorship for best paper awards each year from IEEE TCPP, NVIDIA, or ANSYS. We have also obtained funding from other sources to provide 30-40 travel scholarships each year. This symposium has enabled hundreds of disadvantaged students obtain exposure to world-class research. I can use my involvement in this event to recruit good graduate students.

DETAILS

EDUCATION

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Fulbright Senior Research Scholar IIIT Bangalore, India Dec 2011 – May 2012

Associate Professor Computer Science, Florida State University

Aug 2007 – present

Visiting faculty IIIT Bangalore, India

SSSIHL, India

2010 – 2012

2004 – present

Assistant Professor Computer Science, Florida State University

Aug 2001 – Jul 2007

Visiting Assistant Professor Computer Science, University of California at Santa Barbara

Jul 2000 – Jun 2001

Assistant Professor Mathematics, Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay

Jul 1998 – Jul 2000

Postdoctoral Research Associate National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Jul 1996 – Jul 1998

University of California at Santa Barbara

Computer Science Ph.D., 1996

University of Akron Polymer Engineering M.S., 1992

Regional Engineering College, Tiruchirapalli, India Chemical Engineering B.Tech. (Honors), 1987

RESEARCH

HONORS AND AWARDS

• Best paper award, IEEE International Conference on Parallel, Distributed and Grid Computing (PDGC), 2014.

• Fulbright Senior Research Scholar, Dec 2011 - May 2012.

• Best paper award, International Conference on Parallel Processing (ICPP), 2006.

• Best poster award, International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), 2006.

• First Year Assistant Professor Award, Florida State University, 2002.

• Top user award, National Center for Supercomputing Applications, Dec 1997.

• Ralph M. Parsons fellowship for interdisciplinary research, Sep 1995 - Jul 1996.

• SIAM student travel award, SIAM, Oct 1995.

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Supercomputing for Public Policy Analysis (current focus on health), High Performance Computing, Applications in Computational Sciences, Scalable Algorithms.

Recent topics: Molecular Dynamics, Tools for Multi-Core Heterogeneous Processors, Quantum Monte Carlo, Mathematical Software. Past topics: Computational Finance, Parallel Random Number Generation, Monte Carlo Linear Algebra, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Image Compression.

GRANTS

Selected research funding

• Principal Investigator for “Petascale Simulation of Viral Infection Propagation through Air Travel”, Sep 2016 – Aug 2018. $40,000 + 500,000 hours of computing time on Blue Waters machine at NCSA from NSF PRAC program. (Co-PIs: S. Namilae, Aerospace Engineering, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, A. Mubayi, School of Human Evolution and Social Change, Arizona State University, R. Pahle, Global Institute of Sustainability, Arizona State University, and M. Scotch, Biodesign Institute, Arizona State University.)

• Principal Investigator for "Simulation-Based Policy Analysis For Reducing Ebola Transmission Risk in Air Travel", Apr 2015 – Dec 2016 (with extension). $ 200,000 from NSF. (Co-PIs: S. Namilae, Aerospace Engineering, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, R. Pahle, Global Institute of Sustainability, Arizona State University, and M. Scotch, Biodesign Institute, Arizona State University.)

• Co-Principal Investigator for "Random Number Generation for High Performance Computing", Sep 2012 – Sep 2014. $ 750,000 from Army under the STTR program, phase II. PI for FSU subcontract. (PI: R.V. Boppana, UTSA and Silicon Informatics.)

• Principal Investigator, "Accelerating Quantum Monte Carlo on Emerging Computing Platforms at ORNL", $ 75,000 from ORAU, 2010-2012.

• Senior Investigator for "Breakthrough Peta-scale Quantum Monte Carlo Calculations", Oct 2009 - Sep 2012. $ 40,000 from National Science Foundation (NSF). (PI: S.W. Zhang, College of William and Mary. Senior Investigators: D.M. Ceperley, UIUC, J. Grossman, UC Berkeley, H. Krakauer, College of William and Mary, L. Mitas, NCSU, C. Umrigar and R. Hennig, Cornell, P. Kent, University of Tennessee, and J. Shumway, Arizona State.)

• Co-Principal Investigator for "A Quantum Monte Carlo Endstation for Petascale Computing", Jan 2008 - Dec 2009. $ 1,883,078 from Department of Energy. (PI: D.M. Ceperley, UIUC. Co-PIs: J. Kim, UIUC, L. Mitas, NCSU, S.W. Zhang and H. Krakauer, College of William and Mary, C. Umrigar and R. Hennig, Cornell, and P. Kent, University of Tennessee.)

• Principal Investigator for "MSPA-MCS: Data-Driven Parallelization of Time in Molecular Dynamics Simulations", Sep 2006 - Aug 2010 (extended). $ 392,890 from NSF. (Co-PIs: Q. Wang, Mathematics, FSU and N. Chandra, Mechanical Engineering, University of Nebraska at Lincoln.)

• Co-Principal Investigator for "CRI: A Linux Cluster for Space-Time Parallel Algorithms in Computational Nanotechnology and Education", Apr 2006 - Mar 2009. $ 249,620 equipment from NSF. (PI: N. Chandra, Mechanical Engineering, University of Nebraska at Lincoln, Co-PI: U. Chandra, Computer Science, FAMU.)

• Principal Investigator for NER: Scalable Techniques for Massively Parallel Nanomaterial Simulations for Long-Time Behavior, 2004 - 2006. Grant for $ 100,000 from the National Science Foundation. (Co-PI: N. Chandra, Mechanical Engineering, FSU.)

• Co-Principal Investigator for "A Laboratory for Distributed and Grid Computing", Sep 2003 - Aug 2005. $ 200,000 DURIP grant for equipment. (PI: Michael Mascagni, Computer Science, FSU.)

Computer time grants

• Principal Investigator for “Simulation-Based Policy Analysis For Reducing Ebola Transmission Risk in Air Travel”, Apr 2015 – Dec 2016, 650,000 hours of computing time on Bluewaters supercomputer, NCSA.

• Principal Investigator for “Scaling communication performance for massively parallel applications”, Aug 2011 – Dec 2016. 1.35 million total hours of computing time through XSEDE on NSF supercomputers.

• Principal Investigator for “Accelerating Quantum Monte Carlo on Massively Parallel Computing Platforms”, Sep 2011 – Dec 2012. 300,000 hours of computing time on

Jaguar and a few other OLCF supercomputers. Also had an account on Jaguar, the fastest supercomputer in the world in 2009-2010, since 2008 on an INCITE allocation of a collaborator on Quantum Monte Carlo.

• Principal Investigator for "Scalable Parallelization of ODEs through Dynamic Iterations", Dec 2008 - Oct 2010. Total grant for 80,000 hours of computing time on the TeraGrid and at NCSA.

• Virtual Loaner Program, IBM Dallas, 2006, 2007. Access to the Cell-based blade server at IBM Dallas.

• Principal Investigator for "Data-driven parallelization of time in Molecular Dynamics simulations", Oct 2006 - Sep 2007. Grant for 30,000 hours of computing time on the TeraGrid.

• Principal Investigator for "Parallelization of time in long-time molecular dynamics simulations", Dec 2005 - May 2007. Grant ERCAP#81273 from NERSC for 20,000 hours of computing time on 6000-processor IBM SP "Seaborg" machine.

• Principal Investigator for "Long-time molecular dynamics simulation of Carbon Nanotubes through time parallelization", Dec 2004 - Nov 2006. Grant # CNMS2004-028 from Oak Ridge National Lab for 30,000 hours of computing time on IBM SP and SGI Altix machines.

• Principal Investigator for "Testing parallel quasi-random numbers", Jul 2001 - Jul 2002. Grant # DMR010005N from NCSA for 8000 hours of computing time on the SGI Origin 2000.

• Principal Investigator for "Testing Parallel Random Number Generators", Jun 1997 - May 1998. Grant # CCR970004N from NCSA for 31,525 hours of computing time on the SGI Power Challenge Array.

Other grants

• Professor Partnership Program, NVIDIA, 2008-onwards. Donation of Tesla, GEForce, and GTX 480 processors.

PUBLICATIONS

Book chapters

1. A. Srinivasan, D.M. Ceperley, and M. Mascagni. Random Number Generators for Parallel Applications. A chapter in Advances in Chemical Physics series, Volume 105, Monte Carlo Methods in Chemical Physics, Editors: D. Ferguson, J.I. Siepmann, D.G. Truhlar, John Wiley and Sons, Inc, 1999.

Journal articles

2. S. Namilae, A. Srinivasan, A. Mubayi, M. Scotch, and R. Pahle, Self-Propelled Pedestrian Dynamics Model: Application to Passenger Movement and Infection

Propagation in Airplanes, Physica A: Statistical Mechanics and its Applications, Vol. 465 (2017) 248-260.

3. S. Namilae, A. Srinivasan, C. Sudheer, A. Mubayi, R Pahle, and M. Scotch. Self-Propelled Pedestrian Dynamics Model for Studying Infectious Disease Propagation during Air-Travel. Journal of Transport & Health, 3(2) (2016) S40.

4. A. Padyana, C.D. Sudheer, P.K. Baruah, and A. Srinivasan, Reducing Disk IO Bandwidth Bottleneck through Fast Floating Point Compression using Accelerators, International Journal of Advanced Computer Research, Vol. 4, (2014) 134-144.

5. C.D. Sudheer, S. Krishnan, A. Srinivasan, and P.R.C. Kent, Dynamic Load Balancing for Petascale Quantum Monte Carlo Applications: The Alias Method, Computer Physics Communications, Vol. 184, (2013) 284-292.

6. Y. Yu and A. Srinivasan, Hybrid Dynamic Iterations for the Solution of Initial Value Problems, Journal of Parallel and Distributed Computing, Vol 71 (2011) 1509-1517.

7. C. Chen, M. Ren, A. Srinivasan and Q. Wang, 3-D Simulations of Biofilm-Solvent Interaction, East Asian Journal on Applied Mathematics, Vol 1 (2011), 197-214.

8. A. Srinivasan. Monte Carlo Linear Solvers with Non-Diagonal Splitting. Mathematics and Computers in Simulation. Vol 10, (2010) 1133-1143.

9. S. Namilae, U. Chandra, A. Srinivasan, and N. Chandra. Effect of Interface Modification on the Mechanical Behavior of Carbon Nanotube Reinforced Composites Using Parallel Molecular Dynamics Simulations. Computer Modeling in Engineering and Sciences, Vol 22 (2007) 189-202.

10. A. Srinivasan and N. Chandra. Latency Tolerance through Parallelization of Time in Scientific Applications. Parallel Computing, Vol 31 (2005) 777-796.

11. M. Mascagni and A. Srinivasan. Parameterizing Parallel Multiplicative Lagged-Fibonacci Generators. Parallel Computing, Vol 30 (2004) 899-916.

12. A. Srinivasan, M. Mascagni, and D.M. Ceperley. Testing parallel random number Generators. Parallel Computing, Vol 29 (2003) 69-94.

13. M. Mascagni and A. Srinivasan. SPRNG: A Scalable Library for Pseudorandom Number Generation. ACM Transactions on Mathematical Software, Vol 26 (2000) 436-461.

14. O. Egecioglu and A. Srinivasan. Efficient Non-parametric Density Estimation on the Sphere with Applications in Fluid Mechanics. SIAM Journal on Scientific Computing, Vol 22 (2000) 152-176.

15. A. Poulakidas, A. Srinivasan, O. Egecioglu, O. Ibarra, and T. Yang. Image Compression for Fast Wavelet-Based Subregion Retrieval. Theoretical Computer Science, Vol 240 (2000) 447-469.

16. C.V. Chaubal, A. Srinivasan, O. Egecioglu, and L.G. Leal. Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamic Techniques for the Solution of Kinetic Theory Problems. Part 1: Method. Journal of Non-Newtonian Fluid Mechanics, Vol 70 (1997) 125-154.

17. O. Egecioglu and A. Srinivasan. A Fast Nonparametric Density Estimation Algorithm. Communications in Numerical Methods in Engineering, Vol 13 (1997) 755-763.

18. O. Egecioglu and A. Srinivasan. Optimal Parallel Prefix on Mesh Architectures. Journal of Parallel Algorithms and Applications, Vol 1 (1993) 191-209.

19. A.I. Leonov and A. Srinivasan. Self-Oscillations of an Elastic Plate Sliding over a Smooth Surface. International Journal of Engineering and Science, Vol 31 (1993) 453-473.

20. A.I. Leonov and A. Srinivasan. On the Modeling of Fluidity Loss Phenomenon in Couette and Poiseuille Flow of Elastic Liquids. Rheologica Acta, Vol 30 (1991) 14-22.

Conference and workshop proceedings

21. P. Derjany, S. Namilae, A. Mubayi, M. Scotch, and A Srinivasan, Multiscale Pedestrian Movement - Infection Dynamics Model for Transportation Hubs. Transportation Research Forum, (2017). (Accepted)

22. A. Srinivasan, C.D. Sudheer, and S. Namilae. Optimizing Massively Parallel Simulations of Infection Spread Through Air-Travel for Policy Analysis. Proceedings of the 16th IEEE/ACM International Symposium on Cluster, Cloud, and Grid Computing (CCGrid), (2016). (Acceptance rate 23%).

23. C.D. Sudheer and A. Srinivasan. Efficient Barrier Implementation on the POWER8 Processor. Proceedings of the 22nd IEEE International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC) (2015). 9 pages. (Acceptance rate 23%).

24. P. Panigrahi, S. Kanchiraju, A. Srinivasan, C.D. Sudheer, and P.K. Baruah. Optimizing MPI Collectives on Intel MIC Through Effective Use of Cache. IEEE International Conference on Parallel, Distributed and Grid Computing (PDGC), (2014). 6 pages. (Acceptance rate: 23%) Best paper award.

25. A. Padyana, C.D. Sudheer, P.K. Baruah, and A. Srinivasan. High Throughput Compression of Floating Point Numbers on Graphical Processing Units. The 2nd IEEE International Conference on Parallel, Distributed and Grid Computing (PDGC), (2012). 6 pages. (Acceptance rate: 28%).

26. C.D. Sudheer and A. Srinivasan. Optimization of the Hop-Byte Metric for Efficient Topology Aware Mapping. Proceedings of the 19th IEEE International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), to appear (2012). 10 pages. (Acceptance rate: 25%).

27. S. Mitra, S. Sarkar, and A. Srinivasan. Reuse and Refactoring of GPU Kernels to Design Complex Applications. Proceedings of the 10th IEEE International Symposium on Parallel and Distributed Processing with Applications (ISPA), (2012). (Acceptance rate: 35%).

28. S. Mitra and A. Srinivasan. Small Discrete Fourier Transforms on GPUs. Proceedings of the 11th IEEE/ACM International Symposium on Cluster, Cloud, and

Grid Computing (CCGrid), (2011). (Acceptance rate: 29%). 29. C. Zhang, X. Yuan, and A. Srinivasan, Processor Affinity and MPI Performance on

SMP-CMP Clusters. 11th IEEE International Workshop on Parallel and Distributed Scientific and Engineering Computing (PDSEC), Proceedings of the 24rd International Parallel and Distributed Processing Symposium, IEEE, (2010). 8 pages.

30. Y. Yu and A. Srinivasan. Dynamic Iterations for the Solution of Ordinary Differential Equations on Multicore Processors. Proceedings of the International Parallel and Distributed Processing Symposium (IPDPS), (2009). (Acceptance rate: 23%).

31. C.D. Sudheer, T. Nagaraju, P.K. Baruah, and A. Srinivasan. Optimization Assignment of Threads to SPEs of the Cell BE Processor. The 10th IEEE International Workshop on Parallel and Distributed Scientific and Engineering Computing, Proceedings of the 23rd International Parallel and Distributed Processing Symposium (IPDPS), IEEE, 2009. 8 pages.

32. K.P. Esler, J. Kim, D.M. Ceperley, W. Purwanto, E.J. Walter, H. Krakauer, S. Zhang, P.R.C. Kent, R.G. Hennig, C. Umrigar, M. Bajdich, J. Kolorenc, L. Mitas, and A. Srinivasan. Quantum Monte Carlo algorithms for electronic structure at the petascale; the endstation project. Proceedings of SciDAC 2008, Journal of Physics: Conference Series 125 (2008) 012057 (15 pages).

33. M.K. Velamati, A. Kumar, N. Jayam, G. Senthilkumar, P.K. Baruah, S. Kapoor, R. Sharma, and A. Srinivasan. Optimization of Collective Communication in Intra-Cell MPI. Proceedings of the 14th IEEE International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Lecture Notes in Computer Science, 4873 (2007) 488-499. (Acceptance rate: 20.5%).

34. M. Krishna, A. Kumar, N. Jayam, G. Senthilkumar, P.K. Baruah, S. Kapoor, R. Sharma, and A. Srinivasan. A Synchronous Mode MPI Implementation on the Cell BETM Architecture. Proceedings of the 5th International Symposium on Parallel and Distributed Processing and Applications (ISPA-07), Lecture Notes in Computer Science 4742 (2007) 982-991. (Acceptance rate: 34%).

35. M. Krishna, A. Kumar, N. Jayam, G. Senthilkumar, P.K. Baruah, S. Kapoor, R. Sharma, and A. Srinivasan. Feasibility Study of MPI Implementation on the Heterogeneous Multi-Core Cell BETM Architecture. Proceedings of the 19th ACM Symposium on Parallelism in Algorithms and Architectures (SPAA), (2007) 55-56.

36. L. Ji, H. Nymeyer, A. Srinivasan, and Y. Yu. Data-Driven Time Parallelization in the AFM Simulation of Proteins. Sixth IEEE International Workshop on High Performance Computational Biology (HiCOMB), Proceedings of the 21st International Parallel and Distributed Processing Symposium, IEEE, 2007. 8 pages. (Acceptance rate: 43%).

37. M. Krishna, A. Kumar, N. Jayam, G. Senthilkumar, P.K. Baruah, S. Kapoor, R. Sharma, and A. Srinivasan. A Buffered Mode MPI Implementation for the Cell BE™ Processor. Proceedings of the International Conference on Computational Science (ICCS), Lecture Notes in Computer Science, Vol 4487 (2007) 603-610. (Acceptance rate: 32%).

38. Y. Yu, A. Srinivasan, and N. Chandra. Scalable Time-Parallelization of Molecular Dynamics Simulations in Nano Mechanics. Proceedings of the 35th International Conference on Parallel Processing (ICPP), (2006) 119-126, IEEE. Best paper award. (Acceptance rate: 32%).

39. A. Srinivasan, Y. Yu, and N. Chandra. Application of Reduced Order Modeling to Time Parallelization. Proceedings of the 12th International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Lecture Notes in Computer Science, Vol 3769 (2005) 106-117. (Acceptance rate: 13.6%).

40. J. Kohle, U. Chandra, S. Namilae, A. Srinivasan, and N. Chandra. Parallel Simulation of Carbon Nanotube Based Composites. Proceedings of the 11th International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Lecture Notes in Computer Science, Vol 3296 (2004) 211-221, Springer. (Acceptance rate: 22%).

41. J. Kohle, U. Chandra, S. Namilae, A. Srinivasan, and N. Chandra. Parallelization of Molecular Dynamics for Modeling Interface Properties of Carbon Nanotube Based Composites. Proceedings of SECTAM XXII, Developments in Theoretical and Applied Mechanics, editors: Hassan Mahfuz and Mahesh V Hosur, ISBN 0-615-12639-1, (2004) 23-32.

42. A. Srinivasan and N. Chandra. Latency Tolerance through Parallelization of Time in Scientific Applications. Heterogeneous Computing Workshop (HCW), Proceedings of the 18th International Parallel and Distributed Processing Symposium, IEEE, April 2004. 12 pages. (Acceptance rate: 47%).

43. S. Namilae, N. Chandra, and A. Srinivasan. Linking Atomistic and Continuum Mechanics using Multi-Scale Models. Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Numerical Methods in Industrial Forming Process, Numiform 2004, AIP Conference Proceedings, Vol 712 (2004) 1571-1576.

44. A. Srinivasan and V. Aggarwal. Stochastic Linear Solvers. Proceedings of the SIAM Conference on Applied Linear Algebra, 2003. 12 pages.

45. A. Srinivasan and V. Aggarwal. Improved Monte Carlo Linear Solvers through Non-Diagonal Splitting. Proceedings of the International Conference on Computational Science and its Applications (ICCSA), Lecture Notes in Computer Science, Vol 2669 (2003) 168-177.

46. A. Srinivasan. Parallel and Distributed Computing Issues in Pricing Financial Derivatives through Quasi Monte Carlo. Proceedings of the Sixteenth International Parallel and Distributed Processing Symposium (IPDPS), 2002. 6 pages. (Acceptance rate: 38%).

47. A. Srinivasan and M. Mascagni. Monte Carlo Techniques for Estimating the Fiedler Vector in Graph Applications. Proceedings of the International Conference on Computational Science (ICCS), Lecture Notes in Computer Science, Vol 2330 (2002) 635-644.

48. G. Okten and A. Srinivasan. Parallel Quasi-Monte Carlo Methods on a Heterogeneous Cluster. Proceedings of Fourth International Conference on Monte

Carlo and Quasi-Monte Carlo, Hong Kong, 27 Nov-1 Dec, 2000, H. Niederreiter et. al. editors, Springer-Verlag.

49. M.Z. Hydari, D. Ceperley, A. Srinivasan, and M. Mascagni. Classical Monte Carlo with a Fast High-Quality Pseudo Random Number Library in Java. Proceedings of the Ninth SIAM Conference on Parallel Processing for Scientific Computing, March 22-24, 1999, San Antonio, Texas, Mini-symposium on Algorithms and Software for Parallel and Distributed Monte Carlo Calculations.

50. A. Poulakidas, A. Srinivasan, O. Egecioglu, O. Ibarra, and T. Yang. A Compact Storage Scheme for Fast Wavelet-Based Subregion Retrieval. Proceedings of the Third Annual International Computing and Combinatorics Conference (COCOON'97) Shanghai, China, Aug 20-22, 1997, T. Jiang and D.T. Li, (Eds.), (1997) 353-362.

51. O. Egecioglu and A. Srinivasan. Domain Decomposition for Particle Methods on the Sphere. Proceedings of the Third International Workshop on Parallel Algorithms for Irregularly Structured Problems (IRREGULAR'96), Lecture Notes in Computer Science, Vol 1117 (1996) 119-130.

52. A. Poulakidas, A. Srinivasan, O. Egecioglu, O. Ibarra, and T. Yang. Experimental Studies on a Compact Storage Scheme for Wavelet-Based Multiresolution Subregion Retrieval. Proceedings of NASA 1996 Combined Industry, Space and Earth Science Data Compression Workshop, Utah, (1996) 61-70.

53. O. Egecioglu and A. Srinivasan. Givens and Householder Reductions for Linear Least Squares on a Cluster of Workstations. Proceedings of the International Conference on High Performance Computing, New Delhi, India, (1995) 734-739.

Technical reports

54. A. Srinivasan and A. Shah. Improved techniques for using Monte Carlo in VaR Estimation. National Stock Exchange Research Initiative, working paper. (Refereed).

55. A. Srinivasan, A. Shah, V. Shah, G. Phanindra, and V. Aggarwal. Application of Range Searching to Fast Financial Risk Estimation. Technical report TRCS00-23, Dept. of Computer Science, University of California at Santa Barbara. (Unrefereed).

Abstracts

1. M. Scotch, R. Beard, R. Pahle, A. Mubayi, S. Namilae, and A. Srinivasan. Combining Human Movement Models with Phylogeography for Airplane Policy Options During Ebola Outbreaks. 13th International Conference on Molecular Epidemiology and Evolutionary Genetics of Infectious Diseases (MEEGID 2016).

2. S. Namilae, A. Srinivasan, C.D. Sudheer, A. Mubayi, R. Pahle, and M. Scotch. Self-Propelled Pedestrian Dynamics Model for Studying Infectious Disease Propagation during Air-Travel. International Conference on Transport & Health (ICTH), 2016.

3. M. Scotch, R. Beard, R. Pahle, A. Mubayi, S. Namilae, and A. Srinivasan. The Spread of the 2014 Ebola Zaire Virus in West Africa. Pacific Symposium on Biocomputing (PSB 2016) poster.

4. S. Kanchiraju, P. Panigrahi, A. Srinivasan, and P.K. Baruah. Performance Prediction Model for Applications on GPUs. GPU Technology Conference (GTC 2014) poster.

5. M. Krishna, A. Kumar, N. Jayam, G. Senthilkumar, P.K. Baruah, A. Srinivasan, S. Kapoor, and R. Sharma. Exploration of the Potential of the Cell Architecture for MPI Applications. HiPC 2006 poster. Best poster award.

6. L. Ji, Y. Yu, N. Chandra, H. Nymeyer, and A. Srinivasan. Data-Driven Time Parallelization. SC 2006 poster. (Acceptance rate: 33%).

7. H. Nymeyer, L. Ji, and A. Srinivasan. Data-Driven Parallelization in the Time Domain: Application to Force-Induced Unfolding of the Ig Domain. Protein Society 20th Symposium, Aug 2006.

8. A. Srinivasan and Y. Yu. Data-Driven Parallelization in Multiscale Applications. SIAM Conference on Parallel Processing for Scientific Computing, San Francisco, Feb 2006.

9. Y. Yu, L. Ji, and A. Srinivasan. Application of Dimensionality Reduction Techniques to Time-Parallelization. SIAM Conference on Parallel Processing for Scientific Computing, San Francisco, Feb 2006.

10. A. Srinivasan. Techniques for Improving Monte Carlo Linear Solvers. Vth IMACS Seminar on Monte Carlo Methods, Tallahassee, FL, May 2005.

11. A. Srinivasan and Y. Yu. Time Parallelization of Molecular Dynamics Computations. SIAM Conference on Computational Science and Engineering, Orlando, FL, Feb 2005.

12. A. Srinivasan and V. Aggarwal. Dynamic Load Balancing in Parallel Applications using Monte Carlo Linear Solvers. Sixth International Conference on Monte Carlo and Quasi-Monte Carlo Methods in Scientific Computing, Juan-les-Pins, France, Jun 2004.

13. A. Srinivasan. Fault Tolerant Parallelization of Time in Molecular Dynamics Simulations. Eleventh SIAM Conference on Parallel Processing for Scientific Computing, San Francisco 2004.

14. A. Srinivasan. Influence of Splitting and Sampling Techniques on the Effectiveness of Quasi-Monte Carlo Linear Solvers. IVth IMACS Seminar on Monte Carlo Methods, Berlin 2003.

15. A. Srinivasan. Monte Carlo Linear Algebra Techniques and Their Parallelization. SIAM Conference on Computational Science and Engineering, San Diego, CA, Feb 2003.

16. A. Srinivasan and N. Chandra. Computational Techniques for Efficient Carbon Nanotube Simulation. SIAM Conference on Computational Science and Engineering, San Diego, CA, Feb 2003.

17. D.M. Ceperley, M. Mascagni, and A. Srinivasan. Testing Parallel Random Number Generators. Third International Conference on Monte Carlo and Quasi-Monte Carlo, Claremont, CA, Jun 1998.

18. D.M. Ceperley, M. Mascagni, and A. Srinivasan. SPRNG Parallel Random Number Generator. Third International Conference on Monte Carlo and Quasi-Monte Carlo, Claremont, CA, Jun 1998.

19. D.M. Ceperley, M. Mascagni, L. Mitas, F. Saied, and A. Srinivasan. Software for Parallel Pseudo Random Number Generation. IMACS Seminar on Monte Carlo Methods, Universite Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium, Apr 1-3, 1997.

20. C.V. Chaubal, A. Srinivasan, O. Egecioglu, and L.G. Leal. Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics on the Surface of a Sphere. Fifth Workshop on Numerical Solutions of Fluid Flow in Spherical Geometry, Breckinridge CO, Jun 12-14, 1996.

21. O. Egecioglu and A. Srinivasan. Efficient Nonparametric Estimation of Probability Density Functions. SIAM Annual Meeting, Charlotte NC, Oct 23-26, 1995.

22. C.V. Chaubal, O. Egecioglu, A. Srinivasan, and A. Szeri. Parallel Solutions to Liquid Crystalline Polymer Flow Problems. SIAM Annual Meeting, San Diego CA, Jul 25-29, 1994. Poster.

SOFTWARE DEVELOPED

SPRNG Scalable Parallel Random Number Generation software.

This software provides libraries of parallel random number generators, a test suite, sample application programs, an extensibility template to enable others to easily write their RNGs in SPRNG format, and also other features such as the ability to checkpoint the state of the generator in a machine independent manner. This software is used by research groups in major institutions in at least fifteen countries around the world.

PRESENTATIONS

Colloquium talks

1. Trends in High Performance Computing. Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning, Prasanthi Nilayam, India, Dec 2016.

2. Emerging Trends and Applications in High Performance Computing. Indian Institute of Technology – Bhubaneswar, Mar 2012.

3. Optimizing Complex Applications on GPUs. International Institute of Information

Technology - Hyderabad, India, Mar 2012.

4. Emerging Trends and Applications in High Performance Computing. PES Institute of Technology, Feb 2012.

5. Dynamic Iterations for the Solution of Ordinary Differential Equations on Multicore Processors. Supercomputing Education and Research Center Colloquium, Indian Institute of Science, Jun 2009.

6. High Performance Computing Trends. Sri Sathya Sai University, Prasanthi Nilayam, India, Jun 2009.

7. Data-Driven Parallelization of the Time Domain in Scientific Applications.

International Institute of Information Technology – Bangalore, Jun 2009. 8. Long-Time Molecular Dynamics Simulations through Parallelization of the Time

Domain. Invited talk at the workshop on High Performance Computing and Societal Applications, Sri Sathya Sai University, Prasanthi Nilayam, India, Jun 2008.

9. Long-Time Molecular Dynamics Simulations through Parallelization of the Time Domain. Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University, Computer Science Colloquium, Jan 2008.

10. Optimization of Collective Communication in Intra-Cell MPI. Supercomputing Education and Research Center Colloquium, Indian Institute of Science, Jun 2007.

11. Long-Time Molecular Dynamics Simulations in Nano-mechanics through Parallelization of the Time Domain. University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Computer Science Colloquium, Apr 2007.

12. Long-Time Molecular Dynamics Simulations in Nano-mechanics through Parallelization of the Time Domain. Oak Ridge National Lab Colloquium, Aug 2006.

13. Data-Driven Parallelization of the Time Domain in Scientific Applications. Supercomputing Education and Research Center Colloquium, Indian Institute of Science, Jun 2006.

14. Long-Time Molecular Dynamics Simulations in Nano-mechanics through Parallelization of the Time Domain. NCSA Colloquium, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, May 2006.

15. Long-Time Molecular Dynamics Simulations in Nano-mechanics through Parallelization of the Time Domain. Computational Science Seminar Series, San Diego Supercomputer Center, University of California at San Diego, Feb 2006.

16. Long-Time Molecular Dynamics Simulations through Parallelization of the Time Domain. Physical Chemistry Colloquium, Florida State University, Nov 2005.

17. Monte Carlo Linear Solvers. Computer Science Colloquium, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Mar 2005.

18. Monte Carlo Linear Solvers, with Applications to Dynamic Load Balancing. Mathematics and Computer Science, Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning, Prasanthi Nilayam, India, Dec 2004.

19. Computational Issues in Carbon Nanotube Simulation. Computer Science, Regional Engineering College, Tiruchirapalli, India, Dec 2002.

Other talks

20. Simulation-Based Policy Analysis To Reduce Ebola Transmission Risk in Air Travel. Blue Waters Symposium, May 2016.

21. Simulation of Viral Infection Propagation Through Air Travel. Invited talk at International Symposium on Computational Science. Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning, India, Dec 2015.

22. Viral Infection Propagation Through Air Travel. Presentation at NCSA research

exhibit at SC15, Nov 2015. 23. Approximation Algorithms Using Linear Programming, Silicon Institute of

Technology, Bhubaneswar, Jul 2013. 24. Parallel Processing Using CPU-GPU Architecture and CUDA Programing, National

Workshop on Parallel and Heterogeneous Computing, C.V. Raman College of Engineering, Bhubaneswar, Jul 2013.General Purpose Computing on GPUs. Indian Institute of Technology – Bhubaneswar, Mar 2012.

25. Emerging Trends and Applications in High Performance Computing. Invited talk at Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning, India, Feb 2012.

26. Accelerating Quantum Monte Carlo on Emerging Platforms. Invited talk at the EPSCOR workshop on Modeling Advanced Materials, Systems Biology and Alternative Energy: Building Capabilities and Collaborations for Cyber-Enabled Discovery, National Institute for Computational Science, Knoxville, TN, Oct 2011.

27. Long-Time Molecular Dynamics Simulations in Nano-mechanics through Parallelization of the Time Domain. Invited talk at the workshop on High Performance Computing and Societal Applications, Sri Sathya Sai University, Prasanthi Nilayam, India, Jun 2008.

28. Domain Decomposition in Parallel Computing. High Performance Computing Workshop, Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning, Prasanthi Nilayam, India, Jul 2003. Invited talk.

29. Parallel Random Number Generation. San Diego Supercomputer Center Summer Institute, University of California at San Diego, Jul 2007.

30. SPRNG Scalable Parallel Random Number Generators. Workshop on High Performance Monte Carlo Tools, Stennis Space Center, Mississippi, April 23-24, 1998. Invited talk.

TEACHING

HONORS AND AWARDS

• Nominated for University Teaching Award (graduate), 2007, 2009.

COURSES TAUGHT AT FSU

Undergraduate

• Algorithms (2007, 2015, 2016)

• Data Structures (2003, 2004, 2005, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014)

• Intro. to Computer Science (2002)

• Intro. to Unix (2007)

• Parallel Computing (2010)

• Theory of Computing (2014)

Graduate

• Advanced Unix Programming (2002)

• Advanced Algorithms (2004, 2005, 2006, 2008, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2016)

• Analytical Methods in CS (2006, 2014, 2016)

• Complexity of Algorithms (2003, 2004)

• Parallel Computing/GPU Programming (2001, 2003, 2007, 2010, 2013, 2015)

• Intro. to Research (2001, 2007, 2008, 2016)

GRADUATE STUDENTS DIRECTED

• Vikram Aggarwal MS, 2004, FSU

• Joydeep Das PhD, current, FSU

• Sudheer Goturu M.S., 2015, SSSIHL (co-advised)

• Naresh Jayam M.Tech., 2007, SSSIHL (co-advised)

• Lei Ji MS, 2006, FSU

• Jyoti Kohle MS, 2004, FSU

• Murali Krishna M.Tech., 2007, SSSIHL (co-advised)

• Siddharth Krishnan MS, 2011, FSU

• Arun Kumar M.Tech., 2007, SSSIHL (co-advised)

• Sayantan Mitra MS, 2010, FSU

• T. Nagaraju M.Tech., 2009, SSSIHL (co-advised)

• Ajith Padyana PhD, current, SSSIHL (co-advise)

• Pinak Panigrahi M.S., 2015, SSSIHL (co-advised)

• Mehran Sadeghi PhD, current, FSU

• G. Senthilkumar M.Tech., 2007, SSSIHL (co-advised)

• C.D. Sudheer PhD, 2013, SSSIHL (co-advised)

• Yanan Yu PhD, 2010, FSU

DOCTORAL COMITTEE MEMBER

• Asia Aljahdali Computer Science, current

• Manal Bayousef Computer Science, current

• Frank Brailsford Computer Science, current

• Hongmei Chi Computer Science, 2004

• Z. Gu Computer Science, current

• Peyman Faizian Computer Science, current.

• Ahmad Faraj Computer Science, 2006

• David Gaitros Computer Science, 2006

• William Kreahling Computer Science, 2005

• James McClain Computer Science, current

• Pitch Patarusuk Computer Science, current

• Yue Qiu Computer Science, current

• Emmanuel Salta Mathematics, 2008

• Manan Shah Mathematics, 2008

• Matthew Small Computer Science, current

• Yiming Wu Computer Science, current

• Jiangbo Yuan Computer Science, current

• Bin Yao Computer Science, 2011

MASTERS COMMITTEE MEMBER

• Farrell Aultman Computer Science, 2004

• Michael Merr Computer Science, current (project)

• Liang Li Computer Science, 2012

• Liang Li Computer Science, 2012

• Amit Mhatre Computer Science, 2006

• Brad Neff Computer Science, 2012

• Niraj Pandey Computer Science, 2008

• Jason Parker Computer Science, 2003

• Jingyuan Ren Computer Science, 2006

• Pawanjit Singh Computer Science, current

• Chanyung Wang Computer Science, 2003

• Wenchang Yan Computer Science, 2001

AWARDS RECEIVED BY MY STUDENTS

• Yanan Yu, selected for the PhD forum at IPDPS 2009, Rome.

• Yanan Yu, selected for the Broader Engagement program at SC 09, Austin TX. This included complimentary conference registration and all travel expenses.

• Yanan Yu, was a co-author of a paper that won the best paper award at ICPP 2006.

• Yanan Yu received a SIAM Student Travel Award to attend the SIAM Conference on Parallel Processing for Scientific Computing, 2006. This included $500 and complementary registration at the conference.

OTHER STUDENT OR TEACHING RELATED ACTIVITIES

• ABET accreditation visit coordinator, 2013.

• HiPC Pre-Conference Writing Skills Workshop, Bangalore, India, July 2011.

• Participated in College Board’s College Curriculum Study (representing the department), 2011.

• Co-chair, Student Research Symposium at IEEE HiPC, 2008 – 2012, 2015 – 2016.

• Judge, IBM Cell B.E. Challenge, 2007.

• Member, State Course Numbering System – Computer Science, Fall 2006.

• Judge, Computer Science, Regional Science Fair, 2006.

• Computer Science Departmental Undergraduate Honors Liaison, 2005-2008.

• FSU Mentor, Godby High School, 2002.

SERVICE

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE MEMBER

• Co-Chair, Student Research Symposium at IEEE - International Conference on High Performance Computing, Data and Analytics (HiPC), Hyderabad, India, 2016.

• Co-Chair, Student Research Symposium at IEEE - International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Bangalore, India, 2015.

• Member, International Symposium on Computational Science (ISCS), Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning, India, 2015.

• Vice-Chair, Scholarships at IEEE - International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Hyderabad, India, 2013.

• Co-Chair, Student Research Symposium at IEEE - International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Pune, India, 2012.


• Co-Chair, Student Research Symposium at IEEE - International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Goa, India, 2010.

• Co-Chair, Student Research Symposium at IEEE - International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Kochi, India, 2009.


• Co-Chair, Publicity at IEEE - International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Bangalore, India, 2008.

• IMACS - Monte Carlo Methods, Tallahassee, 2005.

• Workshop on High Performance Monte Carlo Tools, Stennis Space Center, Mississippi, April 23-24, 1998.

TECHNICAL PROGRAM COMMITTEES

• Member, Software track, IEEE International Parallel and Distributed Processing Symposium (IPDPS), Orlando, 2017.

• Member, Applications track, IEEE/ACM International Symposium on Cluster, Cloud and Grid Computing (CCGrid), Colombia, 2016.

• Member, Software track, IEEE - International Conference on High Performance Computing, Data and Analytics (HiPC), Hyderabad, India, 2016.

• Co-Chair, Student Research Symposium at IEEE - International Conference on High Performance Computing, Data and Analytics (HiPC), Hyderabad, India, 2016.

• Member, Applications track, IEEE/ACM International Symposium on Cluster, Cloud and Grid Computing (CCGrid), Shenzhen, China, 2015.

• Member, Applications track, IEEE International Parallel and Distributed Processing Symposium (IPDPS), Hyderabad, India, 2015.


• Co-Chair, International Symposium on Computational Science (ISCS), Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning, India, 2015.

• Member, Applications track, IEEE International Parallel and Distributed Processing Symposium (IPDPS), Phoenix, 2014.

• Member, Applications track, IEEE/ACM International Symposium on Cluster, Cloud and Grid Computing (CCGrid), Chicago, 2014.

• Member, Scientific Applications track, Winter Simulation Conference (WSC), Savannah, GA, 2014.

• Member, Student Research Symposium at International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Goa, India, 2014.

• Vice-Chair, IEEE International Conference on High Performance Computing and Applications (ICHPCA), Bhubaneswar, India, 2014.

• Vice-Chair, Student Research Symposium at International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Bangalore, India, 2013.

• Member, Symposium on Application Accelerators in High-Performance Computing (SAAHPC), Chicago, 2012.

• Co-Chair, Student Research Symposium at International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Pune, India, 2012.

• Member, Algorithms and Applications track, IEEE International Symposium on Parallel and Distributed Processing with Applications (ISPA), Madrid, Spain, 2012.

• Member, Parallel and Distributed Computing track, International Conference on Frontier of Computer Science and Technology (FCST), Suzhou, China, 2012.

• Vice-Chair, Parallel/Multicore and Distributed Algorithms and Applications track, International Conference on High Performance Computing and Communications (HPCC), Banff, Canada, 2011.

• Judge, Best paper award, SC’11, Seattle, 2011.

• Member, Algorithms track, International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Bangalore, India, 2011.

• Co-Chair, Student Research Symposium at International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Bangalore, India, 2011.

• Member, Symposium on Application Accelerators in High-Performance Computing (SAAHPC), Knoxville, 2011.

• Member, Parallel and Distributed Computing track, International Conference on Frontier of Computer Science and Technology (FCST), Changsha, China, 2011.

• Member, Systems track, 3rd International Conference on Contemporary Computing (IC3), India, 2011.

• Member, Parallel and Distributed Computing and Networks (PDCN), Austria, 2011.

• Member, Applications track, International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Goa, India, 2010.

• Co-Chair, Student Research Symposium at International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Goa, India, 2010.

• Member, 3rd International Conference on Contemporary Computing (IC3), India, 2010.

• Member, Symposium on Application Accelerators in High-Performance Computing (SAAHPC), Knoxville, 2010.

• Member, International Workshop on Scientific Computing, Prasanthi Nilayam, India, 2010.

• Member, Workshop on Parallel and Distributed Computing in Finance (PDCoF) at IPDPS, Atlanta, 2010.


• Member, Applications track, SC09, Portland OR, 2009.

• Co-Chair, Student Research Symposium at International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Kochi, India, 2009.

• Member, 2nd International Conference on Contemporary Computing (IC3), New Delhi, India, 2009.

• Member, Workshop on Parallel and Distributed Computing in Finance (PDCoF09) at IPDPS, Rome, Italy, 2009.

• Member, Parallel and Distributed Computing and Networks (PDCN), 2009.


• Member, Workshop on Parallel and Distributed Computing in Finance (PDCoF08) at IPDPS, Miami, 2008.

• Member, International Conference on Parallel Processing (ICPP), 2008.

• Member, 21 st IEEE International Conference on Advanced Information Networking and Applications (AINA), 2008.

• Member, The Sixteenth International Conference on Advanced Computing and Communication (ADCOM), Chennai, India, 2008.


• Member, 21st IEEE International Conference on Advanced Information Networking and Applications (AINA), Ontario, 2007.

• Member, 20th IEEE International Conference on Advanced Information Networking and Applications (AINA), Vienna, 2006.

• Chair, IMACS - Monte Carlo Methods, Tallahassee, 2005.

ORGANIZED

• Birds-of-Feather session on Unleashing the Power of the Cell Broadband Engine Processor for HPC at SC08, Austin TX, Nov 2008.

• Minisymposium on High Performance Computing on the Cell Processor at the SIAM Conference on Parallel Processing for Scientific Computing, Atlanta GA, Feb 2008.

• Birds-of-Feather session on Unleashing the Power of the Cell Broadband Engine Processor for HPC at SC07, Reno NV, Nov 2007.

• Minisymposium on Data-Aware Parallel Computing at the SIAM Conference on Parallel Processing for Scientific Computing, San Fransisco CA, Feb 2006.

• Minisymposium on Critical Issues in the Application of Multi-Scale Techniques to Computational Nanotechnology at the SIAM Conference on Computational Science and Engineering, Orlando FL, Feb 2005.

• Minisymposium on Fault-Tolerant Parallel Computing at the Eleventh SIAM Conference on Parallel Processing for Scientific Computing, San Fransisco CA, Feb 2004.

• Florida State University research exhibit at SC2004, Pittsburgh PA, Nov 6-12, 2004.

• Florida State University research exhibit at SC2003, Phoenix AZ, Nov 15-21, 2003.

• Florida State University research exhibit at SC2002, Baltimore MD, Nov 18-22, 2002.

• Coordinated Florida State University's presentation at the Computational Science and Advanced Computing Workshop at Oak Ridge National Lab, May 2002.

ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBER

• HPC User Views Advisory Council, 2007 onwards.

• Next Generation Information Technologies for Societal Advancement and Integration, Prasanthi Nilayam, India, 2006.

SESSION CHAIR

• Memory and IO, IEEE/ACM - International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Hyderabad, India, 2016.

• Life on a US campus, Indian Fulbright Orientation, Hyderabad, India, 2012.

• GPU and Many-Core Simulations, IEEE - International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Bangalore, India, 2011.

• Memory and Tiling, IEEE - International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Bangalore, India, 2011.

• International Workshop on Scientific Computing, Prasanthi Nilayam, India, 2010.

• Applications, IEEE - International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Kochi, India, 2009.

• Algorithms and Applications, IEEE - International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Bangalore, India, 2008.

• High Performance Computing on the Cell Processor at the SIAM Conference on Parallel Processing for Scientific Computing, Atlanta GA, Feb 2008.

• Software and Languages at International Symposium on Parallel and Distributed Processing and Applications (ISPA-07), Niagara Falls, Canada, Aug 2007.

• Replication, International Conference on Parallel Processing (ICPP), Columbus OH, Aug 2006.

• Data-Aware Parallel Computing, SIAM Conference on Parallel Processing for Scientific Computing, San Fransisco, CA, Feb 2006.

• Architecture, IEEE - International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Goa, India, 2005.

• Linear Algebra, IMACS - Monte Carlo Methods, Tallahassee, FL, 2005.

• Physical Applications 3, IMACS - Monte Carlo Methods, Tallahassee, FL, 2005.

• Critical Issues in the Application of Multi-Scale Techniques to Computational Nanotechnology, SIAM Conference on Computational Science and Engineering, Orlando FL, Feb 2005.

• High-Performance Scientific Applications, IEEE - International Conference on High Performance Computing (HiPC), Bangalore, India, Dec 2004.

• Fault-Tolerant Parallel Computing, Eleventh SIAM Conference on Parallel Processing for Scientific Computing, San Francisco, CA, Feb 2004.

• Methods for Particle Simulations, SIAM Conference on Computational Science and Engineering, San Diego, CA, 10-13 Feb 2003.

REVIEW PANELIST

• National Science Foundation, mail review, 2017.

• National Science Foundation, 2016.

• Fulbright program, 2016.


• National Academies, 2015.


• Department of Energy, mail review, 2014.






• National Institutes for Health, 2004.

REVIEWED FOR

Parallel algorithms and applications, International Parallel Processing Symposium, Supercomputing (SC) 2001, Computer Physics Communications, International Conference on Computational Science (2002), NCSA Small Allocations Committee, International Workshop on Parallel Algorithms for Irregularly Structured Problems, International Conference on Parallel and Distributed Computing and Systems, Information Processing Letters, McGraw-Hill (book, 2002), International Journal of Foundations of Computer Science (2003), IISc Journal (2003), Princeton University Press (book, 2002/2003), Computing (2003), Journal of Computational Physics (2004, 2011), Pattern Recognition Letters (2004), Parallel Computing (2004-2005, 2011), IEEE International Conference on Advanced Information Networking and Applications (AINA) (2006, 2007), IEEE International Symposium on Circuits and Systems (2006), Thomson (book, 2007), Parallel and Distributed Computing and Networks (2007), Thomson Course Technology (book, 2007), Addison-Wesley (book, 2007), Mathematics and Computers in Simulation (2007), Lecture Notes in Computer Science – special issue on the Cell processor (2008), Workshop on Parallel and Distributed Computing in Finance (PDCoF) at IPDPS (2008, 2009), IEEE HiPC (2008), IBM Journal of Research and Development (2008), IEEE Transactions on Computers (2008), ALENEX (2009), Journal of Parallel and Distributed Computing (2008, 2009, 2012), SC08, IEEE Transactions on Parallel and Distributed Systems (2009), ADCOM (2009), Cluster Computing (2009), International Conference on Supercomputing – ICS (2010), Concurrency and Computation: Practice and Experience (2010), ACM Symposium on Parallelism in Algorithms and Architectures – SPAA (2011), IEEE Transactions on Signal Processing (2012), CRC Press (book, 2014), ACM Transactions on Parallel Computing (2015), Prospect Press (book proposal, 2015),

Concurrency and Computation: Practice and Experience (2016), Journal of Parallel and Distributed Computing (2016) ), SIAM-ACM Symposium on Discrete Algorithms – SODA (2017).

MEMBER

ACM, IEEE-Computer Society, IEEE-CS Technical Committee on Parallel Processing (TCPP).

OTHER ACTIVITIES

• Executive Committee member, United Faculty of Florida – Florida State University Chapter, 2016 onwards.

• Departmental service at various times: Admissions and Financial Aid Co-Director (current), Faculty Evaluation Committee Chair, Equipment Committee Chair, Chair Search, Faculty Recruitment, Graduate Curriculum, PhD Portfolio Review, and Undergraduate Curriculum committees; Undergraduate Honors Liaison; ABET visit coordinator; department representative at ABET College of Engineering visit, Chair of Captiveyes Big Data Fellowship selection committee.

• Resource person, Indian Fulbright Orientation, Hyderabad, India, May 2012. (Gave talks on performing research in the US and on making effective use of a post-doctoral position.)

• Panelist, US Fulbright Students and Scholars to India web panels on Teaching and on Research, July 2012.

• Addressed Fulbright press conference in Hyderabad, India, 2012.

• Member, Interim Trustee Committee, Hindu Temple of Tallahassee, 2014. o Played key role in setting up the organizational structure and expanding the

membership base. o Helped raise over $ 100,000 from over a hundred members in the span of a few

months.

!Ashok!Srinivasan!

Research(Statement(

Historically,! scientists!have!been!motivated!by! the!desire! to!understand!nature,!while!public! investment! in! science! has! been! motivated! by! the! hope! for! solutions! to! societal!problems.!My!current!research!focus!on!Supercomputing-for-Public-Policy-Analysis!aims!to!link! the! two! aspirations.! Can! understanding! of! nature! and! human! behavior! lead! to!quantitative! models! that! can! be! used! to! alleviate! human! suffering?! Can! the! rapidly!increasing! computational! power! of! supercomputers! play! a! central! role! in! such! efforts?! I!initiated!research!with!the!aim!of!providing!an!affirmative!answer!to!the!above!questions!during!my!Fulbright!tenure.!!

Supercomputers! have! traditionally! been! used! for! scientific! applications,! and!much! of!my!research!career!has!revolved!around!enabling!such!applications!to!make!effective!use!of!highCend! supercomputers.! However,! the! realCworld! impact! of! events! handled! by! bioCphysical!models,! such! as! extreme!weather! or! spread! of! infections,! also! depends! on! how!people! react! to! those! events.! Policy!makers! need! to! factor! in! the! latter! aspect! too!while!taking!decisions!for!societal!benefit.!Empirical!studies!are!often!cumbersome!at!a!societal!scale,! and! thus! computer! simulations! play! a! critical! role! in! providing! insight.!My! recent!work!has!focused!on!interCdisciplinary!research!that!links!traditional!scientific!models!with!those! for! human! behavior! in! a! policyCmaking! context.! Such! linkage! leads! to! large!computational!load,!which!can!be!handled!by!the!power!of!highCend!supercomputers.!

I! currently! lead! the! NSF! funded! Project! VIPRA! (www.cs.fsu.edu/vipra),! which! is!developing! models! and! decision! support! tools! to! reduce! the! likelihood! of! infection!transmission! during! flights.! Traditional! models! predict! infection! transmission! based! on!aggregate! passenger! traffic.! Such! an! approach! cannot! account! for! changes! in! human!behavior!induced!by!new!procedures!or!policies.!Our!approach!is!to!model!the!fineCgrained!movement!of!each!individual!passenger,!and!link!it!with!a!model!for!infection!propagation.!We! have! shown! that! slight! changes! to! the! boarding! procedures! on! airplanes! can!substantially!reduce!the!likelihood!of!Ebola!infection!transmission!in!flights.!We!are!linking!this! with! a! phylogeographic! model,! which! uses! genetic! and! geographic! data! to! model!infection! spread! across! large! spatial! scales.! Our! work! has! started! receiving! publicity! in!science!magazines!and!newsletters,!such!as!Science!Node!and!HPC!Wire.!!

From!a!computational!perspective,!there!are!two!types!of!challenges!to!overcome.!One!is!the!software!infrastructure!that!permits!linking!multiple!models!and!data!from!a!variety!of!domains!and!sources,!and!visualizing!the!consequences!of!different!policy!choices.!The!other! is! efficient! computation! on!massively! parallel!machines.!While! I! provide! the! highClevel! vision! for! the! entire! project,!my! specific! research! is! on! the! latter! aspect.! In! recent!work,!we!developed!good!load!balancing!schemes!to!make!efficient!use!of!the!Blue!Waters!machine! at! NCSA.! We! are,! essentially,! dealing! with! NP! hard! problems! and! using!applicationCspecific!features!to!develop!good!heuristics.!!

!Ashok!Srinivasan!

Our!current!work!has!focused!on!Ebola.!In!future!work,!we!plan!to!extend!this!to!other!diseases,!such!as!Zika!virus,!and!to!the!entire!airCtransport!system.!This!will! lead!to!more!complex! models! and! increased! data! sizes.! Consequently,! high! performance! computing!(HPC)!will!play!an!increasingly!important!role.!I!have!worked!on!the!top!supercomputers!in!the! world,! including! Titan,! Jaguar,! Stampede,! and! Bluewaters.! My! research! addresses!problems!from!the!level!of!an!individual!multicore!processor!or!accelerator,!such!as!GPUs,!to!the! level!of! the!whole!system.!I!give!below!a!couple!of!examples,! in!order!to!provide!a!flavor!of!my!research.!

A! prior! DOE! and! ORNL! funded! project! involved! scaling! Quantum! Monte! Carlo!computations! onto! massively! parallel! processors.! We! showed! that! communication! cost!could!be! reduced!by!an!optimal! assignment!of! tasks! to!nodes!of! the!parallel!machine.! In!contrast!to!other!approaches!that!used!heuristics!based!on!local!search,!we!posed!this!as!a!combinatorial!optimization!problem!and!used!heuristics!based!on!global!optimization.!This!approach! not! only! enabled! us! to! obtain! better! solutions,! but! it! also! provided! theoretical!lower!bounds!that!we!could!compare!against.!!

While!the!above!approach!aimed!to!optimize!the!performance!of!an!existing!algorithm,!scalability! often! requires! fundamentally! different! algorithmic! approaches.! The!computational! effort! in! an! important! class!of! scientific! applications!arises! from! the! large!number! of! iterations! required,! rather! than! from! the! computational! effort! required! per!iteration,! which! is! hard! to! parallelize! using! conventional! methods.! I! initiated! a! new!approach,!called!“data!driven!time!parallelization”,!in!a!nanoCmechanics!project!funded!by!a! couple! of! NSF! grants.! Here,! we! used! results! from! a! data! set! of! related! simulations! to!parallelize!a!new!simulation!in!the!time!domain.!One!of!my!papers!on!this!work!received!the!‘Best!Paper!Award’!at!ICPP.!!

In! general,!my! technical!work! in!HPC! is! usually! based!on!developing!new!algorithms!that! enable! effective! use! of! modern! HPC! platforms.! My! leading! role! in! interdisciplinary!projects!arises!from!my!ability!to!identify!expertise!from!a!variety!of!domains!that!can!be!brought!together!to!develop!holistic!solutions!to!problems.!This!is!partly!based!on!my!deep!interdisciplinary! experience;! I! have! undergraduate! and! graduate! degrees! in! engineering,!worked! as! a! postdoc!with! a! physicist,! and!was! a! faculty! in! a!mathematics! department.! I!have! also! collaborated!with! researchers! from! agriculture,! bioCchemistry,! bioCinformatics,!climate! modeling,! economics,! finance,! hydrology,! materials,! mathematics,! mechanical!engineering,!physics,!and!urban!planning.!I!do!not!restrict!myself!to!following!the!narrow!technical!progress!in!my!field,!but!also!look!at!global!and!longCterm!trends!in!many!areas.!I!look! forward! to! using! my! expertise! to! foster! interdisciplinary! collaborations! further! to!solve!problems!of!global!relevance.!!

!

Action Item

UWF Board of Trustees Meeting Academic Affairs Committee

February 15, 2018 Issue/Agenda Recommendation: Requests to Offer Two New Degree Programs, Effective Fall 2018 Proposed Action: Approve Requests __________________________________________________________________________________________ Background Information: The University of West Florida (UWF) proposes to offer the following two (2) new degree programs effective Fall 2018:

1. Bachelor of Science, Computer Science 2. Bachelor of Science, Cybersecurity

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSCS) degree program is an undergraduate program consisting of 120 credit hours intended for students interested in a career in Computer Science and Information Technology. The program is a conversion of the existing Computer Science specialization in UWF’s Computing and Information Sciences degree program. The BSCS degree program will be offered in CIP Code 11.0701. The CIP Code exists in the State University System of Florida at the master’s degree level. UWF has submitted the common prerequisites for the State Common Prerequisite Manual. The BSCS degree program will have two concentrations, one in artificial intelligence and one in software engineering. The rigorous academic course work precedes a capstone project requiring students to apply the developed skills to design, implement, and evaluate a software product that addresses a complex, real-world problem. Graduates of the BSCS will find employment as computer scientist, software engineers, systems architect, network administrators, embedded systems programmer, software consultants, and more. Graduates from this program will also be prepared to pursue post-graduate study in related fields. Bachelor of Science, Cybersecurity The Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity (BSC) degree program is a conversion of the existing Cybersecurity specialization in the Computing and Information Sciences degree program. The BSC degree program requires 120 hours to complete and will serve the education and workforce needs of Northwest Florida students and employers. The degree program is broadly designed to prepare students who seek entry-level work in the rapidly expanding field of cybersecurity.

In 2016, UWF and the Cybersecurity specialization were designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security. The BSC degree program in CIP Code 11.1003 is the first baccalaureate level program in cybersecurity in the State University System of Florida. UWF selected CIP Code 11.1003 as it conforms to National Security Agency requirements for the designation of UWF as a Center for Academic Excellence. UWF has submitted the common prerequisites for the State Common Prerequisite Manual. Due to high demand for cybersecurity expertise, UWF’s Cybersecurity specialization has experienced a steady increase in enrollment. The rigorous academic course work precedes a capstone project requiring students to develop a software system for a real-world client while working in small teams. Graduates of the BSC will find employment as cybersecurity analysts, data analysts, software developers, security analysts, network administrators, software consultants, and more. Graduates from this program will also be prepared to pursue post-graduate study in related fields. Implementation Plan:

The Council of Academic Vice Presidents Workgroup approved the BS in Computer Science and BS in Cybersecurity on 10/05/2017.

The UWF Board of Trustees Academic Affairs Committee considers the Requests to Offer New Degree Programs February 2018.

The UWF Board of Trustees considers the Requests to Offer New Degree Programs March 2018.

The Florida Board of Governors considers the Requests to Offer New Degree Programs June 2018.

New degree programs implemented Fall 2018. Fiscal Implications: Fiscal implications are reflected in the Requests to Offer. __________________________________________________________________________________________ Supporting documents: Request to Offer a New Degree Program – BS Computer Science http://pages.uwf.edu/aadocs/bot/RTO_BS_Computer_Science.pdf Request to Offer a New Degree Program – BS Cybersecurity http://pages.uwf.edu/aadocs/bot/RTO_BS_Cybersecurity.pdf Prepared by: Dr. Kimberly McCorkle, Interim Vice Provost

(850) 857-6198, [email protected] Facilitator/Presenter: Dr. Kimberly McCorkle, Interim Vice Provost

http://pages.uwf.edu/aadocs/bot/RTO_BS_Computer_Science.pdf

http://pages.uwf.edu/aadocs/bot/RTO_BS_Cybersecurity.pdf


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Board of Governors, State University System of Florida

Request to Offer a New Degree Program

(Please do not revise this proposal format without prior approval from Board staff)

University of West Florida Fall 2018

University Submitting Proposal Proposed Implementation Term

Hal Marcus College of Science and

Engineering Computer Science

Name of College(s) or School(s) Name of Department(s)/ Division(s)

Computer Science

Bachelor of Science in Computer

Science

Academic Specialty or Field Complete Name of Degree

11.0701

Proposed CIP Code

The submission of this proposal constitutes a commitment by the university that, if the

proposal is approved, the necessary financial resources and the criteria for establishing

new programs have been met prior to the initiation of the program.

Date Approved by the University Board of

Trustees

President Date

Signature of Chair, Board of

Trustees

Date Provost and Senior Vice

President

Date

Provide headcount (HC) and full-time equivalent (FTE) student estimates of majors for

Years 1 through 5. HC and FTE estimates should be identical to those in Table 1 in

Appendix A. Indicate the program costs for the first and the fifth years of implementation

as shown in the appropriate columns in Table 2 in Appendix A. Calculate an Educational

and General (E&G) cost per FTE for Years 1 and 5 (Total E&G divided by FTE).

Implementation

Timeframe

Projected

Enrollment

(From Table 1)

Projected Program Costs

(From Table 2)

HC FTE

E&G

Cost per

FTE

E&G

Funds

Contract

& Grants

Funds

Auxiliary

Funds

Total

Cost

Year 1 150 96.87 3,241 313,960 0 0 313,960

Year 2 150 96.87

Year 3 160 103.33

Year 4 160 103.33

Year 5 170 109.79 3,426 376,087 0 0 376,087

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Note: This outline and the questions pertaining to each section must be reproduced within the

body of the proposal to ensure that all sections have been satisfactorily addressed. Tables 1

through 4 are to be included as Appendix A and not reproduced within the body of the proposals

because this often causes errors in the automatic calculations.

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INTRODUCTION

I. Program Description and Relationship to System-Level Goals

A. Briefly describe within a few paragraphs the degree program under

consideration, including (a) level; (b) emphases, including concentrations,

tracks, or specializations; (c) total number of credit hours; and (d) overall

purpose, including examples of employment or education opportunities that

may be available to program graduates.

The University of West Florida (UWF) seeks to offer a stand-alone Bachelor of Science in

Computer Science degree program (BSCS). The undergraduate degree program of 120 semester

credit hours will be delivered in traditional, face-to-face format on the main Pensacola campus.

The BSCS degree program will have two concentrations, one in artificial intelligence and one in

software engineering. The Computer Science Department at UWF currently offers a

specialization in Computer Science in the Computing and Information Sciences degree program.

The stand-alone BSCS degree program will replace in purpose and resource use the current

Computer Science specialization.

The BSCS degree program is broadly designed to prepare students who seek entry-level work in

the rapidly expanding field of Computer Science and Information Technology. The stand-alone

BSCS degree program results from a departmental reorganization of degree programs.

The change from a Computer Science specialization in the Computing and Infromation

Systems degree program (CIP code 11.0101) to a stand-alone Computer Science degree

program (CIP code 11.0701) is proposed for the following reasons:

1. Making the BSCS a stand-alone degree program allows the department to pursue

accreditation with the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology,

Incorporated (ABET).

2. Students and employers are often confused by specializations. A stand-alone BSCS

degree program is well understood and well respected by students and employers.

3. There is high demand by the public and private sector for graduates with a BSCS degree

with universities not producing enough graduates to meet demand.

The Florida Board of Governors has recognized the need to expand Computer Science

education and research within the state and in response, established the concept of Programs of

Strategic Emphasis. The BSCS degree program meets all criteria pertaining to Programs of

Strategic Emphasis.

B. Please provide the date when the pre-proposal was presented to CAVP

(Council of Academic Vice Presidents) Academic Program Coordination

review group. Identify any concerns that the CAVP review group raised

with the pre-proposed program and provide a brief narrative explaining

how each of these concerns has been or is being addressed.

During its October 5, 2017, conference call, the CAVP workgroup expressed no concerns with

the BSCS degree program in Computer Science, 11.0701.

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C. If this is a doctoral level program please include the external consultant’s

report at the end of the proposal as Appendix D. Please provide a few

highlights from the report and describe ways in which the report affected

the approval process at the university.

Not applicable, the BSCS degree program is an undergraduate degree.

D. Describe how the proposed program is consistent with the current State

University System (SUS) Strategic Planning Goals. Identify which specific

goals the program will directly support and which goals the program will

indirectly support (see link to the SUS Strategic Plan on the resource page

for new program proposal).

Specific sections from the SUS Strategic Plan 2012-2025 that apply to the program, and to the

reason for the change from a specialization to a stand-alone degree program, include the

following:

Quality Assurance through Academic Program Review and Accreditation

A strategic goal of the Board of Governors is to assure high quality programs through program

review and accreditation. On this topic, the Board of Governors’ website

(http://www.flbog.edu/board/office/asa/apra.php) reads:

“Well aligned with regional and discipline-specific accreditation expectations, program review

processes in the State University System must emphasize the assessment of student learning

outcomes and continuous program improvement.”

This statement is perfectly congruent with the aims of ABET accreditation for the stand-alone

degree program. The program’s ultimate attainment of ABET accreditation will formalize

ongoing processes of careful assessment of student learning outcomes and continuous program

improvements. A curriculum cannot initially become ABET accredited nor can it maintain

ABET accreditation without careful assessment and continuous improvement.

Teaching and Learning – Increase the Number of Degrees Awarded in STEM:

The BSCS degree program is being created from a specialization, and is listed in the State

University System of Florida (SUS) Programs of Strategic Emphasis under Science, Technology,

Engineering, and Math (STEM). The BSCS degree program is clearly aligned with the SUS

Strategic Planning Goals. The program will give students an extensive background in computer

science. The BSCS degree program will provide students with preparation for entry into graduate

school studies and it will afford substantial employment opportunities in government, industry,

and with non-governmental organizations.

State universities seek to respond to workforce demands for graduates with specific knowledge

and skills. Specifically, university goals are being set to increase the number of graduates with

degrees in the STEM fields. The BSCS degree program directly supports this goal.

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http://www.flbog.edu/board/office/asa/apra.php

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Florida must become more competitive in the national and global economy. To accomplish this

goal, the state must increase the educational attainment levels of its citizens and the state

universities must respond by awarding more degrees in specific high demand programs,

particularly the STEM disciplines. As a STEM discipline, the BSCS degree program helps the

state accomplish this goal.

Strategic Priorities for a Knowledge Economy

As a part of its previous strategic planning activities, the Florida Board of Governors, in

conjunction with Florida’s leading economic and workforce councils, approved areas of

programmatic strategic emphasis for targeting degree programs in the State University System.

This list of programs includes certain Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)

programs and programs with critical and/or economic development needs or emerging

technologies that serve to assist the state universities in planning for a degree program array that

addresses both workforce and student demands.

E. If the program is to be included in a category within the Programs of

Strategic Emphasis as described in the SUS Strategic Plan, please indicate

the category and the justification for inclusion.

The program provides preparation for entry into Computer Science and Information Technology

employment. The BSCS degree program, CIP code 11.0701, is listed in the Programs of

Strategic Emphasis (PSE) under:

3 Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM).

Please see the Programs of Strategic Emphasis (PSE) methodology for additional

explanations on program inclusion criteria at the resource page for new program

proposal.

F. Identify any established or planned educational sites at which the program is

expected to be offered and indicate whether it will be offered only at sites other

than the main campus.

The program will be offered in the traditional, face-to face format, on UWF’s main Pensacola

campus.

INSTITUTIONAL AND STATE LEVEL ACCOUNTABILITY

II. Need and Demand

A. Need: Describe national, state, and/or local data that support the need for more

people to be prepared in this program at this level. Reference national, state,

and/or local plans or reports that support the need for this program and requests

for the proposed program which have emanated from a perceived need by



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agencies or industries in your service area. Cite any specific need for research

and service that the program would fulfill.

As the BSCS degree program is replacing in purpose and resource use an existing undergraduate

specialization, it is not addressing a new need and is not a new program beyond those currently

being offered. The Computer Science field in general is projected as one of major growth in the

future.

National

According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, career opportunities for graduates

with a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science are projected to grow nationwide by 19% from

2014 to 2024. The growth is projected to come from government and industries that require

software developers to accommodate the increased demand for application and system software.

Due to the high growth rate of job opportunities in the field, it has been an ongoing challenge for

universities to keep up with the growing demand for graduates with bachelor’s degrees in

Computer Science.

State

In the same time period, 2014 to 2024, the State of Florida is projecting a higer rate of growth

than the nation at 24% in career opportunities for Computer Science majors. Mean annual

salaries in Florida for software system developers are $99,000. In Florida, there were more than

15,000 new computer science job openings recorded from July 2015 through June 2016, yet

there were not enough job seekers to fill all of these openings. (http://www.floridajobs.org/labor-

market-information/data-center/statistical-programs/employment-projections):

Local

Northwest Florida is home to numerous military bases and military contractors as well as a

variety of companies and government agencies with high-tech needs such as software

development. The Florida Department of Economic Opportunities projects a 20% growth rate in

software developer careers for Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties for which a bachelor’s degree

is necessary. Mean salaries for Escambia and Santa Rosa County for software system developers

are $78,000 and $100,000 respectively. From these data the university expects a steady stream of

students who will have a positive impact on the local economy once they graduate and pursue

career opportunities in the Northwest Florida region.

B. Demand: Describe data that support the assumption that students will enroll in the

proposed program. Include descriptions of surveys or other communications with

prospective students.

As the BSCS degree program is replacing in purpose and resource use an existing specialization

in Computer Science, there are data from past years. Table 1 shows the steady enrollment of

students in the Computer Science Specialization.

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Table 1. Four-year enrollment in the Department of Computer Science and in the Computer

Science Specialization.

Semester All Department of

Computer Science Majors

Computer Science Specialization

Majors

Fall 2014 398 145

Fall 2015 426 144

Fall 2016 464 148

Fall 2017 463 140

As the Computer Science department reorganizes, faculty anticipate students will migrate into

the BSCS degree program from the former Software Engineering specialization which is being

rolled into the Computer Science degree.

C. If substantially similar programs (generally at the four-digit CIP Code or 60

percent similar in core courses), either private or public exist in the state, identify

the institution(s) and geographic location(s). Summarize the outcome(s) of

communication with such programs with regard to the potential impact on their

enrollment and opportunities for possible collaboration (instruction and

research). In Appendix C, provide data that support the need for an additional

program.

Because of the strong nationwide demand for computer professionals, Computer Science degree

programs are prevalent in the SUS. Nine other SUS Institutions currently offer degrees in

Computer Science primarily in CIP Code 11.0101:

University of South Florida (USF) M.S.

Florida A&M University BS & MS

Florida Atlantic University BS, MS, & PhD

Florida International University BS, MS, & PhD

Florida State University BS, MS, & PhD

University of Central Florida BS, MS, & PhD

University of Florida BS, MS, & PhD

University of North Florida BS & MS

University of South Florida BS

The nearest SUS institution, Florida State University, is 200 miles from the University of West

Florida.

As the BSCS degree program is replacing in purpose and resource use an existing Computer

Science specialization, the current request is not to create an additional program in Computer

Science. Rather it is to change the surrounding administrative structure of an existing

specialization with the goal of attaining ABET accreditation. Students in the current

specialization will be transitioned into the new program. Additionally, the BSCS degree program

will be offered on campus primarily in the face-to-face format. Consequently, no communication

with other institutions has been undertaken.

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D. Use Table 1 in Appendix A (1-A for undergraduate and 1-B for graduate) to

categorize projected student headcount (HC) and Full Time Equivalents (FTE)

according to primary sources. Generally undergraduate FTE will be calculated

as 40 credit hours per year and graduate FTE will be calculated as 32 credit hours

per year. Describe the rationale underlying enrollment projections. If students

within the institution are expected to change majors to enroll in the proposed

program at its inception, describe the shifts from disciplines that will likely occur.

A description of headcount predictions based on historical enrollment data is in Section II. B.

Table 1. Four-year enrollment in the Department of Computer Science and in the Computer

Science Specialization. Year one enrollment is 150 with an FTE of 96.87 and E&G cost per FTE

of $3,241. (Appendix A Table 1).

E. Indicate what steps will be taken to achieve a diverse student body in this

program. If the proposed program substantially duplicates a program at

FAMU or FIU, provide, (in consultation with the affected university), an

analysis of how the program might have an impact upon that university’s ability

to attract students of races different from that which is predominant on their

campus in the subject program. The university’s Equal Opportunity Officer

shall review this section of the proposal and then sign and date Appendix B to

indicate that the analysis required by this subsection has been completed.

Consistent with its mission, UWF has admissions policies that balance attention to access,

inclusiveness, and quality. In addition, UWF encourages applications from all qualified persons

and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender (including gender identity

and sex), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Also,

UWF's New Academic Program Approval Policy requires that programs appropriately address

diversity. Therefore, the university and its degree programs take proactive measures to achieve a

diverse student body.

To ensure the desired outcome for student diversity, recruiting efforts initially focus on the

university's eight-county service area: Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Walton, Holmes,

Washington, Bay, and Gulf. Recruitment efforts also extend to other geographic regions having

larger underrepresented populations of prospective students.

The proposed BSCS degree program will be marketed to multiple student segments: first-time-

in-college, entering freshmen and transfer students, professionals desiring to enhance their

credentials, and military personnel desiring to enhance their skills and enter the civilian

workforce. Program faculty and staff will use multiple outreach methods to ensure diversity in

the program. The faculty have and will continue to attend new student orientations to showcase

UWF’s BSCS degree program and discuss coursework and career goals with new students. The

Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering will implement a comprehensive marketing

campaign to promote the proposed BSCS degree program to the aforementioned student

segments.

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The Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering currently attracts a diverse student body to

the Department of Computer Science, and program coordinators anticipate a continued trend of

increasing diversity of students in the new degree program (Figure 1).

Figure 1. Five-year comparison of diversity in UWF's current Computer Science degree

program.

III. Budget

A. Use Table 2 in Appendix A to display projected costs and associated

funding sources for Year 1 and Year 5 of program operation. Use Table 3

in Appendix A to show how existing Education & General funds will be

shifted to support the new program in Year 1. In narrative form,

summarize the contents of both tables, identifying the source of both

current and new resources to be devoted to the proposed program. (Data

for Year 1 and Year 5 reflect snapshots in time rather than cumulative

costs.)

The BSCS degree program is replacing in purpose and resource use an existing Computer

Science specialization. The funds currently being utilized for the Computer Science

specialization will be reallocated for use in the BSCS degree program. No shift in funds from

other programs will be necessary.

The total reallocated funds are $313,960 with the largest portion being faculty salaries and

benefits for year one at $276,674. The BSCS degree program will assume one third of the office

administrator salary and benefits for year one at $10,500. The other expenses to be reallocated

from the specialization to the BSCS degree program are one third of the department’s expenses

71 68 65 63 65

29% 32% 35% 37% 35%

fall 2012 fall 2013 fall 2014 fall 2015 fall 2016

Non-Minority Minority

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at $2,536. The portion of the library expenses that cover the Department of Computer Science as

well as the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is $2,000.

Special Category expenses are $2,250 in year one to cover the initial ABET accreditation and

$875 to cover annual dues in year five. The department’s adjunct faculty expense for years one

and five remains consistent at $20,000 per year. All other expenses and salaries are projected to

increase at a rate of five percent per annum. Year five expenses are anticipated to be $376,087.

All of these expenses will be covered by E&G funds.

B. Please explain whether the university intends to operate the program through

continuing education on a cost-recovery basis, seek approval for market tuition

rate, or establish differentiated graduate-level tuition. Provide a rationale for

doing so and a timeline for seeking Board of Governors’ approval, if

appropriate. Please include the expected rate of tuition that the university

plans to charge for this program and use this amount when calculating cost

entries in Table 2.

Not applicable.

C. If other programs will be impacted by a reallocation of resources for the

proposed program, identify the impacted programs and provide a

justification for reallocating resources. Specifically address the potential

negative impacts that implementation of the proposed program will have

on related undergraduate programs (i.e., shift in faculty effort, reallocation

of instructional resources, reduced enrollment rates, greater use of adjunct

faculty and teaching assistants). Explain what steps will be taken to

mitigate any such impacts. Also, discuss the potential positive impacts that

the proposed program might have on related undergraduate programs (i.e.,

increased undergraduate research opportunities, improved quality of

instruction associated with cutting-edge research, improved labs and

library resources).


Science specialization, no other programs will be impacted by a reallocation of resources. The

resources currently being utilized for the Computer Science specialization will be used for the

BSCS degree program.

D. Describe other potential impacts on related programs or departments (e.g.,

increased need for general education or common prerequisite courses, or

increased need for required or elective courses outside of the proposed

major).


Science specialization, no related programs or departments will be impacted.

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E. Describe what steps have been taken to obtain information regarding

resources (financial and in-kind) available outside the institution

(businesses, industrial organizations, governmental entities, etc.). Describe

the external resources that appear to be available to support the proposed

program.


Science specialization, resources in place for the current program will transfer to the new

program. Support for students is already in place.

IV. Projected Benefit of the Program to the University, Local Community, and State

Use information from Tables 1 and 2 in Appendix A, and the supporting narrative

for “Need and Demand” to prepare a concise statement that describes the projected

benefit to the university, local community, and the state if the program is

implemented. The projected benefits can be both quantitative and qualitative in

nature, but there needs to be a clear distinction made between the two in the

narrative.

The stand-alone degree program will prepare students for entry level work in the field of

Computer Science. According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, career

opportunities in Florida for graduates with a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science are

projected to grow by 24% from 2014 to 2024. The highly employable graduates of UWF’s BSCS

degree program will contribute to the state and local economy with high salaries. For example,

the mean Florida salary for a software system developer is $99,000.00. Northwest Florida is

home to numerous military bases and military contractors as well as a variety of companies and

government agencies with high-tech needs.

V. Access and Articulation – Bachelor’s Degrees Only

A. If the total number of credit hours to earn a degree exceeds 120, provide a

justification for an exception to the policy of a 120 maximum and submit a

separate request to the Board of Governors for an exception along with

notification of the program’s approval. (See criteria in Board of Governors

Regulation 6C-8.014)

Not applicable, the BSCS degree program is 120 semester credit hours.

B. List program prerequisites and provide assurance that they are the same as

the approved common prerequisites for other such degree programs within

the SUS (see link to the Common Prerequisite Manual on the resource page

for new program proposal). The courses in the Common Prerequisite

Counseling Manual are intended to be those that are required of both

native and transfer students prior to entrance to the major program, not

simply lower-level courses that are required prior to graduation. The

common prerequisites and substitute courses are mandatory for all



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institution programs listed, and must be approved by the Articulation

Coordinating Committee (ACC). This requirement includes those

programs designated as “limited access.”

If the proposed prerequisites are not listed in the Manual, provide a rationale for

a request for exception to the policy of common prerequisites. NOTE:

Typically, all lower-division courses required for admission into the major will

be considered prerequisites. The curriculum can require lower-division courses

that are not prerequisites for admission into the major, as long as those courses

are built into the curriculum for the upper-level 60 credit hours. If there are

already common prerequisites for other degree programs with the same

proposed CIP, every effort must be made to utilize the previously approved

prerequisites instead of recommending an additional “track” of prerequisites for

that CIP. Additional tracks may not be approved by the ACC, thereby holding

up the full approval of the degree program. Programs will not be entered into

the State University System Inventory until any exceptions to the approved

common prerequisites are approved by the ACC.

As the majority of the SUS undergraduate degree programs are in CIP Code 11.0101, UWF

submitted a common prerequisite application for the BSCS CIP Code 11.0701 on October 6,

2017. The prerequisites for the proposed BSCS CIP Code 11.0701 are the same as for CIP Code

11.0101 programs.

Table 2. Program CIP 11.0701 Common Prerequisites

Course Prefix

and Number

Title of Course Semester

Credit Hours

(SCH)

COPXXXX Introductory Programming in C, C++, Java, or equivalent

language

3

MACX311 Analytic Geometry & Calculus I 4

MACX312 Analytic Geometry & Calculus II 4

PHYX048L University Physics I and Lab 4

PHYX049L University Physics II and Lab 4

XXXXXXX Science Course for Science Majors 3

XXXXXXX Science Course for Science Majors 3

C. If the university intends to seek formal Limited Access status for the

proposed program, provide a rationale that includes an analysis of diversity

issues with respect to such a designation. Explain how the university will

ensure that Florida College System transfer students are not disadvantaged

by the Limited Access status. NOTE: The policy and criteria for Limited

Access are identified in Board of Governors Regulation 6C-8.013. Submit

the Limited Access Program Request form along with this document.

Not applicable, the BSCS degree program will not be limited access.

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D. If the proposed program is an AS-to-BS capstone, ensure that it adheres to

the guidelines approved by the Articulation Coordinating Committee for

such programs, as set forth in Rule 6A-10.024 (see link to the Statewide

Articulation Manual on the resource page for new program proposal). List

the prerequisites, if any, including the specific AS degrees which may

transfer into the program.

Not applicable, the BSCS degree program will not be an AS-to-BS capstone.

INSTITUTIONAL READINESS

VI. Related Institutional Mission and Strength

A. Describe how the goals of the proposed program relate to the institutional

mission statement as contained in the SUS Strategic Plan and the University

Strategic Plan (see link to the SUS Strategic Plan on the resource page for

new program proposal).

Our mission at UWF is to:

Provide high-quality undergraduate and graduate education,

Conduct teaching and research that services the body of knowledge, and

Contribute to the needs of professions and society.

The BSCS degree program provides the background for entry into careers in Computer Science

and is fulfilling UWF’s goal of contributing to the needs of professions and society.

Additionally, increasing the university’s graduates with degrees in a STEM discipline provides

high-quality undergraduate education and services the body of knowledge for the profession, the

region, and the state of Florida.

B. Describe how the proposed program specifically relates to existing

institutional strengths, such as programs of emphasis, other academic

programs, and/or institutes and centers.

UWF’s Department of Computer Science also offers degree programs in Cybersecurity and in

Computer Information Systems. Faculty in the Computer Science Department teach courses that

are taken by students in all majors and specializations, and are available as mentors for

undergraduate research experiences in all degrees and specializations. Due to the broad

background required in science, students in the BSCS degree program will also interact with

faculty in the Departments of Physics, Mathematics, and other natural sciences.

Students in Computer Science have a long history of successfully attaining internships and

permanent employment locally, for example, with the Institute for Human and Machine

Cognition (IHMC) in Pensacola. IHMC is a 501C3 nonprofit research organization that began at

UWF. IHMC values the Department of Computer Science for its ongoing role in providing well




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educated students and permanent employees.

C. Provide a narrative of the planning process leading up to submission of this

proposal. Include a chronology in table format of the activities, listing both

university personnel directly involved and external individuals who

participated in planning. Provide a timetable of events necessary for the

implementation of the proposed program.


Science specialization, the basic structure of the program is already in place. The planning

process included consultation with Computer Science faculty and the Hal Marcus College of

Science and Engineering's Dean’s Office. The major planning steps included:

Defining how the Computer Science department will reorganize its specializations into

separate degree programs.

Reviewing the Computer Science curriculum to ensure that it is clearly distinctive from

the other proposed programs.

Collecting background data for completion of the Request to Offer a New Program

application.

Table 3. Planning Process for UWF’s Computer Science Degree Program

Date Participants Planning Activity

Fall 1991 Computer Science Faculty Launch of the Computer Science

specialization

Fall, 2015 –

present

Computer Science Faculty Planning and assessment in

preparation for ABET accreditation.

A review of curriculum was carried

out to ensure that all ABET

requirements can be met

June 2017 -

September 2017

Computer Science faculty and

members of ASPIRE

Pre-proposal, CAVP proposal, and

discussion of changes from Computer

Science specialization to Computer

Science Program

August, 2017 -

December 2017

Computer Science faculty and

members of ASPIRE

Preparation of the Request to Offer

the new degree program

October, 5 2017 Vice Provost CAVP Conference call and approval

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Table 4. Events Leading to Implementation

Date Implementation Activity

September 2017 CAVP review and comments on pre-proposal

January-

February 2018

Dean’s Office and Provost’s office review

February, 2018 University of West Florida, BOT Education Subcommittee approval

(prospective)

March 2018 University of West Florida, BOT approval (prospective)

June, 2018 Florida BoG approval (prospective)

August 2018 Start of fall 2018 semester with new program (prospective)

VII. Program Quality Indicators - Reviews and Accreditation

Identify program reviews, accreditation visits, or internal reviews for any university

degree programs related to the proposed program, especially any within the same

academic unit. List all recommendations and summarize the institution's progress in

implementing the recommendations.

The Department of Computer Science has been working since fall, 2015, on the process of

gaining ABET accreditation for the Computer Science program. Seeking such accreditation is a

major impetus for the creation of the stand-alone BSCS degree program. Creating a stand-alone

program for Computer Science will streamline the ABET accreditation process.

Faculty in the Computer Science department have done extensive work to identify the student

learning outcomes that will be assessed as part of the ABET accreditation process. They have

identified multiple performance indicators for each student learning outcome. Faculty have

created a schedule for the collection of assessment data and individuals have been collecting

assessment data since spring, 2016.

The department hosted a two-day workshop with an ABET representative in spring, 2017. At the

time of this writing, the department is participating in an ABET accreditation Readiness Review

and it has completed a preliminary Self Study. The department will complete the official ABET

Self-Study document that the department anticipates will lead to accreditation during 2018.

Efforts made to date place the program on schedule for accreditation by fall, 2018, should this

program be approved.

VIII. Curriculum

A. Describe the specific expected student learning outcomes associated with the

proposed program. If a bachelor’s degree program, include a web link to

the Academic Learning Compact or include the document itself as an

appendix.

See Appendix C for the Academic Learning Compact.

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Student Learning Outcomes

UWF Computer Science graduates should be able to do the following:

Content

Identify, analyze, and employ algorithmic concepts, principles, and theories in the design,

implementation, and evaluation of computing systems.

Critical Thinking

Employ computing strategies to analyze and solve problems.

Communication

Create and deliver effective oral presentations and written reports with appropriate tools and

technologies.

Integrity/Values

Describe ethical issues and responsibilities that relate to a computing professional.

Project Management

Employ effective project-management skills to develop computing solutions either

individually or through interdisciplinary teams within a global and societal context.

B. Describe the admission standards and graduation requirements for the

program.

The BSCS degree program is a traditional undergraduate degree with no special considerations

for admission other than those used by the University of West Florida. The department requires a

grade of C- in all courses in the major to satisfy the 120 credit hours for graduation. Admission

and graduation requirements are available from the University of West Florida Catalog.

(Appendix E; University of West Florida. (2016). 2016-2016 University Catalog. Retrieved from

http://catalog.uwf.edu)

C. Describe the curricular framework for the proposed program, including

number of credit hours and composition of required core courses, restricted

electives, unrestricted electives, thesis requirements, and dissertation

requirements. Identify the total numbers of semester credit hours for the

degree.

The BSCS degree requires a total of 120 semester credit hours of coursework.

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Table 5. Major Courses in the BSCS Degree Program

Computer Science Major

CDA 3101 Introduction to Computer Organization + 3

COT 3100 Discrete Structures + 3

CEN 3031 Software Engineering I+ 3

CIS 4592 Capstone Project + 3

COP 4710 Database Systems + 3

COP 3014 Algorithm and Program Design + 3

COP 3530 Data Structures and Algorithms I + 3

COP 4020 Programming Languages + 3

COP 3022 Intermediate Programming + 3

COP 4534 Data Structures and Algorithms II + 3

COP 4634 Systems & Networks I + 3

COP 4635 Systems & Networks II + 3

COT 4420 Theory of Computation + 3

COP 4027 Advanced Computer Programming+ 3

List of pre-approved concentration courses available in the department *, + 6

Computer Science Electives 6

Total Hours 54

+ Courses included in the major GPA

Major-Related

STA 4321 Introduction to Mathematical Statistics I 3

Mathematics Elective 3

D. Provide a sequenced course of study for all majors, concentrations, or areas

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of emphasis within the proposed program.

The following is a four-year degree plan for the BSCS degree program.

Table 6. Four-year Degree Plan for the BSCS Degree Program

Freshman Year

Semester 1 Semester 2

Course No. Course Name SCH Course No. Course Name SCH

ENC1101

MAC1105

Gen. Education

Gen. Education

Gen. Education

English Comp. I

College Algebra

Humanities

Social Science

Natural Science

(science for

science major)

3

3

3

3

3

ENC1102

MAC1147

COPXXXX

Gen. Education

Gen. Education

English Comp. II

Pre-calculus

Intro to

Programming

Natural Science

(science for

science major)

Humanities

3

4

3

3

3

15 16*

Sophomore Year



COP4710

MAC2311

COP3014

COP3022

Gen. Education

Database Systems

Calculus I

Alg & Program

Design

Intermediate

Programming

Multicultural

3

4

3

3

3

MAC2312

PHY2048-L

COP3530

COT3100

Elective

Calculus II

Physics + Lab

Data Structures I

Discrete Structures

Elective**

4

4

3

3

1

16* 15

Junior Year



CEN 3031

STA 4321

CDA 3101

COT 4420

PHY 2049-L

Software

Engineering I

Intro Math Stat

Computer

Organization

Theory of

Computation

Physics II + Lab

3

3

3

3

4

COP 4534

Elective

Elective

Gen. Education

Gen. Education

Data Structures II

Math Upper-Level

Computer Science

Elective

Social Science

Elective

3

3

3

3

3

16* 15

Senior Year



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COP 4027

Elective

COP 4634

Elective

Elective

Advanced

Programming

Computer Science

Track Elective

Systems &

Networks I

Computer Science

Elective

Computer Science

Elective

3

3

3

3

3

COP 4635

COP 4020

CIS 4592

Elective

Systems and

Networks II

Programming

Languages

Capstone Project

Computer Science

Track Elective

3

3

3

3

15 12

Total = 120 SCH

*Students who enter UWF with less than 60 semester hours must complete nine hours of

summer semester enrollment at an SUS institution.

**A sample of 1 semester hour courses are listed in Section VIII E.

E. Provide a one- or two-sentence description of each required or elective

course.

The following is a listing by course prefix from the catalog (non-science general education

courses not listed):

Required

CDA3101 Introduction to Computer Organization

Introduction to the organization and operation of a digital computer including the internal

representation of data and instructions, processor design and execution along with bus and I-O

subsystems and assembly language programming.

CEN3031 Software Engineering I

Preparation of software planning, specifications, design, coding, testing and maintenance.

Familiarization with the team approach to large software system development with an emphasis

on software process and methodology.

CIS4592 Capstone Project

Follows up on Software Engineering I requiring students to apply the developed skills to design,

implement, and evaluate a software product that addresses a complex, real-world problem. The

course provides additional software engineering concepts and skills that students learned in

Software Engineering I focusing on best practices and methods for building software. Students

will work individually or as teams to develop a project plan, multiple prototypes, and a final

software system for the project topic. Students will be required to prepare a final presentation on

their project and a report that describes their achievements and provides a critical assessment of

their work and final product.

COPXXXX Introductory programming in Java, C, C++ or equivalent language

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Introduction to computer programming: variables, control constructs, functions or methods, file

input and output, arrays.

COP3014 Algorithm and Program Design

An introduction to designing solutions to scientific problems. Emphasis on the use of basic

programming constructs to create correct, efficient algorithms.

COP3022 Intermediate Programming

Fundamental ideas behind object-oriented programming, including encapsulation, inheritance,

and polymorphism. Applications will focus on extracting objects from a problem domain,

designing problem solutions based on message-passing between objects, and documenting

object-oriented design. Implementations will be done in a current object-oriented language.

COP3530 Data Structures and Algorithms I

A first course in Data Structures and Algorithms. Topics will include traditional data structures

with a major focus on design and analysis of algorithms and will include projects that stress

mathematics and science.

COP4020 Programming languages

Programming language theory and practice, including language design and implementation,

theoretical foundations, language translation, and exposure to a variety of programming

paradigms.

COP4027 Advanced Computer Programming

Addresses advanced topics including multi-threaded programs, generic programming, basic

client-server programming, reflection, automated unit testing, regular expressions, standard

information interchange formats such as XML and JSON and web-based applications.

COP4534 Data Structures and Algorithms II

A second course in Data Structures and Algorithms. Topics include mathematical properties of

algorithms (complexity, correctness), heaps, height-balanced trees, graphs, greedy algorithms,

dynamic programming, and proof techniques pertaining to computational complexity.

COP4634 Systems & Networks I

This course reviews fundamental principles of modern operating systems and relates them to

computer programming. Students learn about the design of various components of operating

systems and the services they provide to end users and application developers.

COP4635 Systems & Networks II

This course is a continuation of topics discussed in System & Networks I, focusing on

fundamental principles of modern computer networks and network programming. The course

will study the structure of networks, networking devices, network protocol stacks, congestion

and flow control analysis and algorithms, network routing algorithms and protocols, and network

traffic analysis.

COP4710 Database Systems

Introduction to database systems and database management system architectures. Various

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database models are discussed with an emphasis on the relational model and relational database

design.

COT3100 Discrete Structures

Foundations of Discrete Math with applications to modeling, programming and data structures.

Propositional and predicate logic, sets, functions, sequences, summations, algorithms, analysis of

algorithms, combinatorics, graphs.

COT4420 Theory of Computation

Theoretical foundations of computer science. Classification of formal languages, grammars, and

automata. Parsing and recognition of syntactic expressions. Turing Machines and random access

machines. Church-Turing thesis. Insolvability of the halting problem.

MAC2311 Analytic Geometry and Calculus I

Differential and Integral Calculus of Algebraic, Trigonometric, and Transcendental functions of

single variables.

MAC2312 Analytic Geometry and Calculus II

Application of the Definite Integral. Hyperbolic and Inverse Trigonometric Functions. Methods

of Integration. Sequences and Infinite Series.

PHY2048+L University Physics I (+Lab)

Linear and rotational motion of objects in 1, 2, and 3 dimensions, concepts of work and energy,

oscillations and waves, heat and thermodynamics. Selected experiments in mechanics,

oscillatory motion, and heat.

PHY2049+L University Physics II (+Lab)

Continuation of PHY 2048. Electrostatics and magnetism; basic electric circuits; optics; selected

topics in modern physics. The topics covered will be electricity and magnetism, basic electric

circuits, electromagnetic waves, and optics.

STA4321 Introduction to Mathematical Statistics

Probability, conditional probability, distributions of random variables, distribution of functions

of random variables, limiting distributions, multivariate probability distributions.

Electives

CAP4601 Artificial Intelligence

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence principles and techniques. Students will learn about core

AI techniques for solving complex problems, including search strategies, knowledge-based

techniques, and agent-based systems.

CAP4770 Data Science and Mining

Exposes students to data mining concepts and techniques and different data mining software.

Covers data pre-processing and cleaning, concept hierarchy generation, attribute relevance

analysis, association rule mining, classification algorithms, and cluster analysis.

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CEN3032 Software Engineering II

Focus on software design, implementation, and testing. Students will work in teams to develop

software systems using the design principles discussed in class.

CEN4053 Software Engineering Management

Reviews concepts and principles related to the management of software engineering projects.

Focus is on both heavyweight and lightweight processes.

COP3813 Server-Side Programming

A course in principles of server-side technologies that form the core of classical three-tier

applications. This course provides a solid foundation for the concepts of server-side

programming, using a current server-side programming/scripting language.

COP4864 Client-Side Programming

A course in principles of client-side technologies that form the complement of server-side

applications. This course provides a solid foundation for the concepts of client-side programming

and an introduction into client-side frameworks.

COP4XXX– Big Data Analytics

This course introduces students to the handling of Big Data on Hadoop's MapReduce

environment. Advanced Data Mining/Machine Learning applications created using Spark.

CEN4078 Secure Software Development

Examines the importance of building security into the design, implementation and testing phases

of software development. Covers coding techniques that avoid known vulnerabilities and test

strategies that can uncover previously unknown weaknesses. Includes discussion of security

policies and design principles.

COP3665 Mobile Programming

Concepts and skills related to programming mobile devices, with specific emphasis on iOS

devices -- the iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch.

Examples of One Semester Credit Hour Electives

CIS3949 Cooperative Education

Alternating full-time or consecutive parallel terms of practical experience in the intended field.

DAA3004 Dance Styles I

Dance styles in the area of ballet and classical forms of dance.

MUN1360 Chamber Choir

Select mixed choral ensemble performing a cappella and chamber music. Open to all students by

audition.

MUN2210 Symphony Orchestra

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A college level orchestra which performs great literature of the past and present. Open to all

majors with prior orchestral experience.

MUO3503 Advanced Opera Studio

Study of the techniques of characterization, dramatic analysis, and ensembles singing in English

and foreign languages.

PEM2444 Shotokan karate

While learning self-defense techniques through physical practice and training, the student will

learn the significance of mental discipline and health benefits involved in the practice of

Shotokan Karate.

SLS 1109 Foundations for Academic Success

Introduces students to campus resources and provides skills and tools that will help them to be

successful. Faculty will use High Impact approaches to getting students engaged and connected

on campus.

THE2925 Play Production

Study and participation in the preparation and production of plays and/or musicals.

F. For degree programs in the science and technology disciplines, discuss how

industry-driven competencies were identified and incorporated into the

curriculum and indicate whether any industry advisory council exists to

provide input for curriculum development and student assessment.

The Department of Computer Science has convened and will continue to meet with an ABET

Advisory Board comprised of alumni, and representatives of local industry, government and non-

governmental organizations. The purpose of the board is to aid in planning for ABET

accreditation and to provide input on curriculum generally. The course of study in place when

the proposed BSCS program was a specialization met all ABET specifications for mathematics,

science, and computer science knowledge units. Suggestions developed in ABET Advisory

Board meetings have been addressed in refinements to the curriculum.

G. For all programs, list the specialized accreditation agencies and learned

societies that would be concerned with the proposed program. Will the

university seek accreditation for the program if it is available? If not, why?

Provide a brief timeline for seeking accreditation, if appropriate.

Gaining accreditation by the Accrediting Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) is the

main impetus for the initiative to convert the Computer Science specialization into a stand-alone

BSCS degree program. The Department of Computer Science has been working toward ABET

accreditation since 2015. So far, the department has defined student learning outcomes and

performance indicators needed for student assessment and has gone through two rounds of

course assessment. The department has also staged a two-day workshop with a representative of

ABET to learn about the process.

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Drs. Sikha Bagui (former department chair), Thomas Reichherzer (current department chair), and

Bernd Owsnicki (department assessment coordinator), have attended ABET workshops. The

department participated in a Readiness Review in fall, 2017. ABET accreditation is anticipated

for fall, 2018, the first semester in which the Computer Science program will be official, if this

request is approved.

H. For doctoral programs, list the accreditation agencies and learned societies

that would be concerned with corresponding bachelor’s or master’s

programs associated with the proposed program. Are the programs

accredited? If not, why?

Not applicable, the BSCS degree program is an undergraduate degree program.

I. Briefly describe the anticipated delivery system for the proposed program

(e.g., traditional delivery on main campus; traditional delivery at branch

campuses or centers; or nontraditional delivery such as distance or

distributed learning, self-paced instruction, or external degree programs).

If the proposed delivery system will require specialized services or greater

than normal financial support, include projected costs in Table 2 in

Appendix A. Provide a narrative describing the feasibility of delivering the

proposed program through collaboration with other universities, both

public and private. Cite specific queries made of other institutions with

respect to shared courses, distance/distributed learning technologies, and

joint-use facilities for research or internships.

The BSCS degree program will be offered in traditional face-to-face delivery on UWF’s main

Pensacola campus. No specialized services will be necessary. Since the BSCS degree program is

replacing in purpose, resource use, and course structure an existing Computer Science

specialization, no new queries have been made of other institutions.

IX. Faculty Participation

A. Use Table 4 in Appendix A to identify existing and anticipated full-time (not

visiting or adjunct) faculty who will participate in the proposed program

through Year 5. Include (a) faculty code associated with the source of

funding for the position; (b) name; (c) highest degree held; (d) academic

discipline or specialization; (e) contract status (tenure, tenure-earning, or

multi-year annual [MYA]); (f) contract length in months; and (g) percent of

annual effort that will be directed toward the proposed program

(instruction, advising, supervising internships and practica, and supervising

thesis or dissertation hours).

Please refer to Appendix A Table 4.

B. Use Table 2 in Appendix A to display the costs and associated funding

resources for existing and anticipated full-time faculty (as identified in Table

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2 in Appendix A). Costs for visiting and adjunct faculty should be included

in the category of Other Personnel Services (OPS). Provide a narrative

summarizing projected costs and funding sources.

The BSCS degree program will use the same faculty and same faculty workload as the existing

Computer Science specialization.

As listed in Appendix A Table 2, the primary cost for the BSCS degree program is faculty

salaries and benefits ($276,674 year 1), and adjunct expenses ($20,000 year 1), all of which are

based on current use in the Computer Science specialization. These costs are paid from E&G

funds. The projected costs for year five include a 5 percent per annum increase in faculty salaries

and benefits ($336,299). Adunct expenses ($20,000) remain consistent.

C. Provide in the appendices the abbreviated curriculum vitae (CV) for each

existing faculty member (do not include information for visiting or adjunct

faculty).

See Appendix D for the following faculty curricula vitarum:

Sikha Bagui, Ed.D.

John Coffey, Ed.D.

Brian Eddy, Ph.D.

Eman El-Sheikh, Ph.D.

Carolyn John, M.S.

Ezhil Kalaimannan, Ph.D.

Amitabh Mishra, Ph.D.

Anthony Pinto, M.S.

Bernd Owsnicki-Klewe, Ph.D.

Thomas Reichherzer, Ph.D.

D. Provide evidence that the academic unit(s) associated with this new degree

have been productive in teaching, research, and service. Such evidence may

include trends over time for average course load, FTE productivity, student

HC in major or service courses, degrees granted, external funding attracted,

as well as qualitative indicators of excellence.

In fall 2017, the department of Computer Science had in excess of 600 majors across all of the

undergraduate and graduate programs. In that same term, Computer Science faculty conducted a

total of 63 individual sections of online and face-to-face courses at the undergraduate level for all

four Computer Science specializations. In spring 2017, faculty conducted a total of 69 individual

sections of online and face-to-face courses at the undergraduate level for the various Computer

Science specializations. The department faculty also teach master’s level graduate courses and

thesis hours.

In academic year 2016-2017, ten faculty members of the department were involved in published

research. For 2016-2017, faculty produced a total of nine journal publications, one book, three

book chapters, eight conference proceedings, and eight conference presentations. Many of the

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publications and conference presentations included students at both the undergraduate and

masters level.

In recent years, service activities of faculty have included extensive work on curricula including

updating the Computer Science specialization and program discussed here, significant work and

progress toward ABET accreditation of the Computer Science curriculum, participation in

numerous departmental, college-level and university-level committees, service to the profession

as reviewers, and community outreach. Details are available in Appendix D faculty curriculum

vitarum.

Faculty in the Department of Computer Science have a robust history of grant activity. Table 7

lists grants that have been attained in the last two years.

Table 7. 2016-2017 Department of Computer Science Grant Activity

Faculty Grant Name Grant Amount

Thomas Reichherzer Florida Cybersecurity Center

Collaborative Seed Grant

$40,000

Anthony Pinto NSA-DHS CAE Regional

Resource Center for the

South-Eastern Region

$200,000

NSA GenCyber Summer

Camp

$90,000

Two-Year Total $330,000

X. Non-Faculty Resources

A. Describe library resources currently available to implement and/or sustain the

proposed program through Year 5. Provide the total number of volumes and serials

available in this discipline and related fields. List major journals that are available to the

university’s students. Include a signed statement from the Library Director that this

subsection and subsection B have been reviewed and approved.

The University of West Florida libraries shelve more than 800,000 print volumes and house an

extensive microforms collection. Electronic resources include more than 160,000 e-books and

access to approximately 80,000 journals and other serial titles available through a discovery

system. An analysis of holdings in relevant Library of Congress classifications for computer

science indicate that UWF has approximately 5,000+ books related to this field. Additionally,

the library has access to over 1,200 relevant e-journals.

Indexing, abstracting and full text databases relevant to computer science include IEEE/Xplore,

Computer Database, and Computer Science Collection. More general resources supporting

computer science are Science Direct, ProQuest Central, and Engineering Village. Full-text

dissertations and theses are available through ProQuest Dissertations and Theses. Using their

Argonet accounts, students and faculty may access electronic resources any time from any place.

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Some current library resources available to support Computer Science as it moves to a stand-

alone degree program through year 5 include:

Databases

● ACM Digital Library

● Computer Database (GALE)

● Computer Science Collection (ProQuest)

● Engineering Collection (ProQuest)

● Engineering Village

● IEEE/IET Electronic Library (IEL) (IEEE Xplore)

● Inspec (FLVC)

● SciFinder (CAS)

● Telecommunications (ProQuest)

Each academic discipline is assigned a Reference Librarian to serve as a department liaison,

providing library instruction, collection development, and reference assistance for the students

and faculty in that discipline. To support the needs of online learners, students may also schedule

a research consultation with their liaison via in-person, LibChat, or telephone. The liaison for

Computer Science is Jane C. Daugherty.

The library provides an Online Learners Library Guide (http://libguides.uwf.edu/online)

outlining services and resources that support the increasing number of online learners. The

library has also been responsive to the needs of clients who prefer to work from home. In

addition to being able to access databases and materials in full-text online, UWF students and

faculty may also take advantage of these online library services:

● Read course-required readings on electronic reserves

● Request books and articles from Interlibrary Loan

● Request Intercampus Loan (to/from the Fort Walton Beach Campus library)

● Renew books

● Submit a reference question via text, email, or chat

● Request priority cataloging of an item that is on order

● Suggest the purchase of a particular book or journal

● Request an item to be recalled for use

● Have UWF and Interlibrary Loan books delivered to your home address if you live over

50 miles from campus

B. Describe additional library resources that are needed to implement and/or sustain

the program through Year 5. Include projected costs of additional library

resources in Table 3 in Appendix A. Please include the signature of the Library

Director in Appendix B.

No additional library resources are anticipated to sustain the BSCS degree program through year

Five.

C. Describe classroom, teaching laboratory, research laboratory, office, and other

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types of space that are necessary and currently available to implement the

proposed program through Year 5.


Science specialization, the same classroom, laboratory, office, and other spaces currently utilized

will be used.

The spaces in building 4 on the main campus of the University of West Florida currently

available include:

Classrooms Classroom – Room 349

• 1120 square feet of floor space

• 40 Dell PCs

Classroom – Room 348


• 40 Mac PCs

In addition to these two classrooms, which are controlled by the Computer Science department,

the department has access to other classrooms in bldg. 4, all equipped with smart podiums and

projectors.

Physical Laboratories

Computer Science Laboratory – Room 250


• 24 Dell PCs plus two instructor PCs

Multiplatform Laboratory – Room 221


• 24 Dell PCs

Computing Research Laboratory – Room 247


• 24 Dell PCs

• 8 electronics workbenches with each containing an oscilloscope, power supply,

waveform generator, signal filter, multi-meter, and Dell PC

• 36 Cisco Catalyst 2900XL Switches

• 12 Cisco 3600 Routers


Virtual Laboratories

UWF has license agreements with VMWare and Microsoft that allow our students to install

VMWare and Microsoft applications as needed to create virtual environments on their

own hardware and work with Microsoft software tools.

COP2253 Java Programming utilizes a virtual lab administered by Towson University

http://cis1.towson.edu/~cssecinj/


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Other Workspaces

Server Room – Room 144: The server room hosts database servers and Linux servers that

allow students to work on class assignments, projects, and experiments from anywhere

on campus (see details below).

Data Center – Room 235: The data center provides the infrastructure for an isolated network

in the Computer Science laboratory. This network allows testing, competitions, and

assignments to be conducted without causing harm to the campus computer network and

the Internet (see details below).

Departmental and Faculty Offices – The Computer Science department shares an office suite

that includes space for the department chair and for academic advisors. All full-time

faculty have private offices. The department has an adjunct office.

D. Describe additional classroom, teaching laboratory, research laboratory, office,

and other space needed to implement and/or maintain the proposed program

through Year 5. Include any projected Instruction and Research (I&R) costs of

additional space in Table 2 in Appendix A. Do not include costs for new

construction because that information should be provided in response to X (E)

below.

No additional classroom or laboratory space needs are anticipated for the BSCS degree program

through Year Five.

E. If a new capital expenditure for instructional or research space is required,

indicate where this item appears on the university's fixed capital outlay priority

list. Table 2 in Appendix A includes only Instruction and Research (I&R) costs.

If non-I&R costs, such as indirect costs affecting libraries and student services,

are expected to increase as a result of the program, describe and estimate those

expenses in narrative form below. It is expected that high enrollment programs in

particular would necessitate increased costs in non-I&R activities.

No additional expenses are anticipated for the BSCS degree program through Year Five.

F. Describe specialized equipment that is currently available to implement the

proposed program through Year 5. Focus primarily on instructional and research

requirements.

No additional specialized instructional and research equipment expenses are anticipated for the

BSCS degree program through Year Five.

Server Room – Room 144:

• 6 Dell R210 Rack-mounted Servers

• 1 Dell R720 Rack-mounted Server

• 4 Custom Built ASUS Rack-mounted Servers (dual 12-core AMD Opteron w/

128GB RAM & 12TB HDD)

• 1 Custom Built SuperMicro Rack-mounted Server (dual 8-core Intel w/256GB RAM

& 12TB HDD)

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• 1 Dell Precision T5500 Server

• 1 Dell PowerEdge 6400 Server

• 3 Apple Mac Pro 1st Generation (Mid 2007) Servers

• 2 Dell Vostro 430 Desktops

• 1 HP 5500 48-port Switch

• 1 Cisco 3560-E 24-port Switch

• 2 Cisco 3560 24-port Switches

Data Center – Room 235:






• 1 NetApp SAN (16TB)

• Dell Hadoop Cluster (6 Dell PowerEdge R720xd nodes, 3 Dell PowerEdge R720

nodes and 2 Force10 S60 Switches)

• 1 Cisco Nexus 5010 48-port Switch


• 1 HP A5120 24-port Switch

• 3 HP V1910 24-port Switches

Other equipment is listed above in the descriptions of the classrooms and other work spaces.

G. Describe additional specialized equipment that will be needed to implement

and/or sustain the proposed program through Year 5. Include projected costs of

additional equipment in Table 2 in Appendix A.

No additional specialized equipment needs are anticipated for the BSCS degree program through

Year Five.

H. Describe any additional special categories of resources needed to implement the

program through Year 5 (access to proprietary research facilities, specialized

services, extended travel, etc.). Include projected costs of special resources in

Table 2 in Appendix A.

No additional special categories of resources equipment needs are anticipated for the BSCS

degree program through Year Five.

I. Describe fellowships, scholarships, and graduate assistantships to be allocated to

the proposed program through Year 5. Include the projected costs in Table 2 in

Appendix A.

The Computer Science department at UWF administers three scholarships specific to Computer

Science degree programs. Summer research scholarships currently available to students in the

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Computer Science specialization will be available to students in the BSCS degree program. As

this is an undergraduate program, graduate assistantships are not applicable.

J. Describe currently available sites for internship and practicum experiences, if

appropriate to the program. Describe plans to seek additional sites in Years 1

through 5.

Internships and practica are not required for the BSCS degree program. However, students are

encouraged to seek co-operative education opportunities and internships. Opportunities exist at a

variety of local businesses and governmental organizations. For example, students in Computer

Science have a long history of successfully attaining internships at the Institute for Human and

Machine Cognition (IHMC) in Pensacola. IHMC is a 501C3 nonprofit research organization that

began at UWF.

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APPENDIXES

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Appendix A

Table 1a Projected Headcount from Potential Sources (Baccalaureate Degree Program)

Table 2 Projected Costs and Funding Sources

Table 3 Anticipated Reallocation of E&G Funds

Table 4 Anticipated Faculty Participation

Worksheet Table 1-A UG Enrollment

HC FTE HC FTE HC FTE HC FTE HC FTE

Upper-level students who are transferring from other majors within the university** 10 6.46 10 6.46 10 6.46 10 6.46 10 6.46

Students who initially entered the university as FTIC students and who are progressing from the

lower to the upper level***93 60.06 93 60.06 98 63.29 98 63.29 105 67.81

Florida College System transfers to the upper level*** 30 19.37 30 19.37 35 22.6 35 22.6 38 24.54

Transfers to the upper level from other Florida colleges and universities*** 10 6.46 10 6.46 10 6.46 10 6.46 10 6.46

Transfers from out of state colleges and universities*** 7 4.52 7 4.52 7 4.52 7 4.52 7 4.52

Other (Explain)*** 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Totals 150 96.87 150 96.87 160 103.33 160 103.33 170 109.79

* List projected annual headcount of students enrolled in the degree program. List projected yearly cumulative ENROLLMENTS instead of admissions.** If numbers appear in this category, they should go DOWN in later years.*** Do not include individuals counted in any PRIOR CATEGORY in a given COLUMN.

APPENDIX A

TABLE 1-APROJECTED HEADCOUNT FROM POTENTIAL SOURCES

(Baccalaureate Degree Program)

Year 5Year 4Year 3Year 2Year 1Source of Students

(Non-duplicated headcount in any given year)*

Worksheet Table 2 Budget

Reallocated Base* (E&G)

Enrollment Growth (E&G)

New Recurring

(E&G)

New Non-Recurring

(E&G)

Contracts & Grants

(C&G)

Philanthropy Endowments

Enterprise Auxiliary

Funds

Continuing Base** (E&G)

New Enrollment

Growth (E&G)

Other*** (E&G)

Contracts & Grants (C&G)



Funds

Columns 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

Faculty Salaries and Benefits 276,674 0 0 0 0 0 0 $276,674 336,299 0 0 0 0 0 $336,299

A & P Salaries and Benefits 10,500 0 0 0 0 0 0 $10,500 13,400 0 0 0 0 0 $13,400

USPS Salaries and Benefits 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0

Other Personal Services 20,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 $20,000 20,000 0 0 0 0 0 $20,000

Assistantships & Fellowships 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0

Library 2,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 $2,000 2,431 0 0 0 0 0 $2,431

Expenses 2,536 0 0 0 0 0 0 $2,536 3,082 0 0 0 0 0 $3,082

Operating Capital Outlay 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0

Special Categories 2,250 0 0 0 0 0 0 $2,250 875 0 0 0 0 0 $875

Total Costs $313,960 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $313,960 $376,087 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $376,087

*Identify reallocation sources in Table 3.**Includes recurring E&G funded costs ("reallocated base," "enrollment growth," and "new recurring") from Years 1-4 that continue into Year 5.***Identify if non-recurring.Faculty and Staff Summary Calculated Cost per Student FTE

Year 1 Year 51.65 1.650.3 0.30 0

Table 2 Column ExplanationsReallocated Base* (E&G) 1

APPENDIX A

$376,087109.79$3,426$3,241

Total Positions Year 1

E&G Cost per FTE

Subtotal coulumns 9+…+ 14

Funding Source Funding Source

96.87

Year 5 Faculty (person-years) $313,960 A & P (FTE) USPS (FTE)

Annual Student FTETotal E&G Funding

TABLE 2PROJECTED COSTS AND FUNDING SOURCES

Instruction & Research Costs

(non-cumulative)

Year 1 Year 5

Subtotal coulumns

1+…+7

E&G funds that are already available in the university's budget and will be reallocated to support the new program. Please include these funds in the Table 3 – Anticipated reallocation of E&G funds and indicate their source.


Enrollment Growth (E&G) 2

New Recurring (E&G) 3

New Non-Recurring

(E&G)4

Contracts & Grants (C&G) 5

Philanthropy Endowments 6

Enterprise Auxiliary Funds 7

Subtotal coulumns

1+…+78

Continuing Base** (E&G) 9

New Enrollment

Growth (E&G)10

Other*** (E&G) 11





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See explanation provided for column 6.

Use this column for continuing education or market rate programs and provide a rationale in section III.B. in support of the selected tuition model.

Subtotal of values included in columns 9 through 14.

Additional E&G funds allocated from the tuition and fees trust fund contingent on enrollment increases.

Recurring funds appropriated by the Legislature to support implementation of the program.

Non-recurring funds appropriated by the Legislature to support implementation of the program. Please provide an explanation of the source of these funds in the budget section (section III. A.) of the proposal. These funds can include initial investments, such as infrastructure.

Contracts and grants funding available for the program.

Funds provided through the foundation or other Direct Support Organizations (DSO) to support of the program.



Includes the sum of columns 1, 2, and 3 over time.


These are specific funds provided by the Legislature to support implementation of the program.


Worksheet Table 3 Reallocation

Program and/or E&G account from which current funds will be reallocated during Year 1 Base before reallocation Amount to be reallocated Base after reallocation

Reallocation from Computer Science 313,960 313,960 $0Specialization to the stand-alone degree program 0 0

0 00 00 00 0

Totals $313,960 $313,960 $0

* If not reallocating funds, please submit a zeroed Table 3

TABLE 3 ANTICIPATED REALLOCATION OF EDUCATION & GENERAL FUNDS*

APPENDIX A

Worksheet Table 4 Faculty

Faculty Code

Faculty Name or "New Hire"Highest Degree Held

Academic Discipline or Speciality RankContract

Status

Initial Date for Participation in

Program

Mos. Contract

Year 1FTE

Year 1

% Effort for Prg. Year 1

PYYear 1

Mos. Contract

Year 5FTE

Year 5


PYYear 5

A Sikha Bagui, Ed.D. Professor Tenured Fall 2018 9 0.75 0.10 0.08 9 0.75 0.10 0.08C&I Software Engineering

A John Coffey, Ed.D. Professor Tenured Fall 2018 9 0.75 0.50 0.38 9 0.75 0.50 0.38C&I Computer Science

A Brian Eddy, Ph.D. Assistant Tenure Fall 2018 9 0.75 0.40 0.30 9 0.75 0.40 0.30Computer Science Professor Earning

A Eman El-Sheikh, Ph.D. Professor Tenured Fall 2018 9 0.75 0.10 0.08 9 0.75 0.10 0.08Academic Discipline

A Carolyn John, M.S. Lecturer Non- Fall 2018 9 0.75 0.50 0.38 9 0.75 0.50 0.38Electrical & Computer Engineering

Tenure Earning

A Ezhil Kalaimannan, Ph.D. Assistant Tenure Fall 2018 9 0.75 0.15 0.11 9 0.75 0.15 0.11Computer Engineering Professor Earning

A Amitabh Mishra, Ph.D. Assistant Tenure Fall 2018 9 0.75 0.35 0.26 9 0.75 0.35 0.26Computer Science Professor Earning

A Anthony Pinto, M.S. Lecturer Non- Fall 2018 9 0.75 0.10 0.08 9 0.75 0.10 0.08

Computer ScienceTenure Earning

A Bernd Owsnicki-Klewe, Ph.D. Lecturer Non- Fall 2018 9 0.75 0.33 0.25 9 0.75 0.33 0.25


Thomas Reichherzer, Ph.D. Associate Tenured Fall 2018 12 1.00 0.20 0.20 12 1.00 0.20 0.20Computer Science Professor

Total Person-Years (PY) 1.65 1.65

FacultyCode Source of Funding Year 1 Year 5

A Existing faculty on a regular line Current Education & General Revenue 1.65 1.65B New faculty to be hired on a vacant line Current Education & General Revenue 0.00 0.00C New faculty to be hired on a new line New Education & General Revenue 0.00 0.00D Existing faculty hired on contracts/grants Contracts/Grants 0.00 0.00E New faculty to be hired on contracts/grants Contracts/Grants 0.00 0.00

Overall Totals for Year 1 1.65 Year 5 1.65

TABLE 4 ANTICIPATED FACULTY PARTICIPATION

PY Workload by Budget Classsification

APPENDIX A

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Appendix B

Signatures

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Appendix C

Academic Learning Compact, Student Learning Outcomes, and Curriculum Map

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COMPUTER SCIENCE

Mission Statement The mission of the Department of Computer Science is to provide a high-quality, student-oriented educational experience to our undergraduate and graduate students. The department prepares students for successful computing careers by empowering them with the knowledge and skills to contribute responsibly and creatively to a complex and ever-changing world, and to continue professional development and life-long learning.

The Department of Computer Science offers a Bachelor’s of Science in Computer Science,

Cybersecurity, and Software Design & Development.

Program Description The B.S. in Computer Science (CS) degree program emphasizes analytical thinking and problem solving involving scientific applications. The degree includes the theoretical foundations of computer science in the study of algorithms, data structures, computer architecture, programming languages, and net-centric computing. Concentration areas include intelligent systems and software engineering.

Student Learning Outcomes Student learning outcomes for students in the Computer Science program are listed below. UWF Computer Science graduates should be able to do the following:

Content

Identify, analyze, and employ algorithmic concepts, principles, and theories in the design,

implementation, and evaluation of computing systems.

Critical Thinking


Communication

Create and deliver effective oral presentations and written reports with appropriate tools and

technologies.

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Integrity/Values


Project Management

Employ effective project-management skills to develop computing solutions either individually

or through interdisciplinary teams within a global and societal context.

Assessment of Student Learning Outcomes Students pursuing the undergraduate Computer Science program will demonstrate skills specific to their degree program. Several upper-level courses will give students the opportunity to identify and reflect on degree content, critical thinking, communication, integrity, and project management skills through the completion of assignments that meet departmental standards and integrate what the students have learned. Opportunities to showcase student work will become available as the study progresses, and these include the opportunity to participate in undergraduate research projects with faculty, or to present the results of student work at university or external events.

Job Prospects for Computer Science Graduates

Programmer Network administrator

Computer scientist Network programmer Systems

designer Applications programmer

Software engineer Database administrator

Software consultant Database developer Software

systems tester Data analyst

Software development project manager Application systems analyst

Embedded systems programmer Operations manager

Scientific engineer/programmer Network manager

Systems architect Project manager Web

architect Web developer

Find Out More about Computer Science at UWF:

http://uwf.edu/computerscience/

COMPUTER SCIENCE CSC 8/17


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Appendix D

Computer Science Faculty Curricula Vitarum

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CURRICULUM VITAE

DR. SIKHA S BAGUI

PHONE (850)474-3022 (Office) Email: [email protected]

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Citizenship: US citizen

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

Ed.D, Curriculum and Instruction. Major: Math/Stat/Science/Computer Science, University

of West Florida, Pensacola, Florida, December, 2000.

MBA, IS specialization, University of Toledo, Toledo, Ohio, August, 1986.

BS, Cuttington University, Monrovia, Liberia, January 1984.

(Also completed one year (1990-1991) in Ph.D. program at Kent State University, Kent, Ohio, MIS specialization).

ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE

Professor, Department of Computer Science, University of West Florida, Pensacola, Florida

(August 2013 – present)

Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science, University of West Florida, Pensacola,

Florida (August 2008 – August 2013).

Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, University of West Florida, Pensacola,

Florida (August 2004 – Aug 2008).

Lecturer, Department of Computer Science, University of West Florida, Pensacola, Florida

(August 1999-August 2004).

Adjunct Instructor, Department of Computer Science, University of West Florida, Pensacola,

Florida (Jan 1992-August 1999).

Graduate Teaching Assistant, Department of Management Information Systems, Kent State

University, Kent, Ohio, (August 1990-June 1991).

Instructor, Department of Information Systems, University of Toledo, Toledo, Ohio (June

1986-August 1990).

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Chair, Department of Computer Science, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL (August

2012 – August 2017)

Founding Director, Center for Cybersecurity, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL

(January 2014 – March, 2015)

Interim Associate Chair, Department of Computer Science, University of West Florida,

Pensacola, Florida (January 2011 – July 2012).

Program Director, CIS/IT, MSA/DBA, MS/CS-DB, Department of Computer Science,

University of West Florida, Pensacola, Florida (Fall 2007 – August 2012).

COURSES TAUGHT

Database Systems, Data Mining, Database Administration, Advanced Database Systems, Seminar in

SOA, Java Programming, Data Structures and Algorithms, Advanced Visual Programming, Visual

Programming, Systems Documentation, Multimedia Systems, Business Systems Design, Microcomputer

Application Packages, Introduction to Management Information Systems, COBOL I, COBOL II.

COURSES TAUGHT BY SEMESTER AT UWF

Summer 2017:

COT6931 -- Project

Spring 2017:

COP5725 – Database Systems

COT6931 – Project

Fall 2016:


Spring 2016:


Fall 2015:


Fall 2013:


Spring 2013:


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Fall 2012:


Summer 2012:

COP5725/COP4710 – Database Systems

CAP4770/CAP5771 – Data Mining

Spring 2012:


CAP5771 – Data Mining

Fall 2011:

COP5725 – Database Systems (2 sections)

CAP4770/5771 – Data Mining

Summer 2011:


CGS3464 – Visual Programming

Spring 2011:



Fall 2010:


CAP4770/5771 – Data Mining

Summer 2010:


CGS3464 – Visual Programming

Spring 2010:



Fall 2009:

CAP4770 – Data Mining (Undergraduate)

CAP5771 – Data Mining (Graduate)


Summer 2009:

COP4710/COP5725 – Database Systems

CGS3559 - Exploring the Internet

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Spring 2009:


COP6727 – Advanced Database Systems


Fall 2008:

COP4710 – Database Systems (online) – 2 sections

COP5725 – Database Systems (online) – 2 sections



Spring 2008:

COP4723/5775 – Database Administration (online)

COP5990 – Seminar in SOA (online)

Fall 2007:

CAP4770 – Data Mining (online)


CSG3464 – Visual Programming

Summer 2007:

COP4710 – Database Systems (online)

Spring 2007:


COP5715 – Advanced Databases (Developed and delivered online)

COP4173 – Advanced Visual Programming (in Visual Basic 2005)

Fall 2006: COP4710 – Database Systems

COP4710 – Database Systems (Developed and delivered online)

CGS3464 – Visual Programming Using Visual Basic.NET

Summer 2006:


Spring 2006:

COP5715 – Advanced Databases


COP4173 – Advanced Visual Programming (in VB.NET)

Fall 2005:

COP5715 – Advanced Databases


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COP2253 – Java Programming

Summer 2005:



Spring 2005:



COP2253 – Java Programming

Fall 2004:

COP2253 – Java Programming (3 sections)

Summer 2004:



Spring 2004:


CGS 3464 – Visual Programming Using Visual Basic.NET

COP5715 – Advanced Databases and Data Mining

Fall 2003: COP4710 – Database Systems


Summer 2003:



Spring 2003:


COP5715 – Advanced Databases and Data Mining.

Fall 2002:


COP3530 – Data Structures and Algorithms (in C++)

ISM4113 – Business Systems Design

Summer 2002:



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Spring 2002:


COP4990 – Advanced Visual Programming (in Visual Basic)


Fall 2001:



Summer 2001:


COP3530 – Data Structures and Algorithms (2 sections) (in C++)

Spring 2001:

COP 3530 – Data Structures and Algorithms (2 sections) (in C++)

COP 4710 – Database Systems

CGS 3464 – Visual Programming (in Visual Basic)

Fall 2000:

COP 3530 – Data Structures and Algorithms (2 sections) (in C++)

COP 4710 – Database Systems (2 sections)

Summer 2000:

COP 3530 – Data Structures and Algorithms (in C)


Spring 2000:

COP 3530 – Data Structures and Algorithms (2 sections) (in C)


CIS 3512 – Systems Documentation

Fall 1999:

COP 3530 – Data Structures and Algorithms (in Pascal)


CGS 3800 – Multimedia Systems

CGS 3464 – Visual Programming (in Visual Basic)

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Database and SQL, database design and architecture, object-oriented databases, web databases,

data mining, pattern recognition, statistical computing, computers in Education.

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PUBLICATIONS

Books

1. Earp, R. and Bagui, S. (2003). Learning SQL: A Step-by-Step Guide using Oracle, Addison Wesley,

ISBN: 0-201-77363-5.

2. Bagui, S. and Earp, R. (2003). Database Design Using ER Diagrams, CRC Press, Auerbach

Publications, ISBN: 0-8493-1548-4.

3. Bagui, S. and Earp, R. (2004). Learning SQL: A Step-by-Step Guide using Access, Addison Wesley,

ISBN: 0-321-11904-5.

4. Earp, R., and Bagui, S. (2006). Advanced SQL Functions in Oracle 10g, Wordware Publishing,

ISBN: 13: 978-1-59822-021-6.

5. Bagui, S. and Earp, R. (2006) Learning SQL Using SQL Server 2005, O’Reilly Publishers, ISBN: 0-

596-10215-1.

6. Earp, R. and Bagui, S. (2008). Practical Guide to Using SQL in Oracle, Wordware Publishing,

ISBN: 13:978-1-59822-063-6.

7. Bagui, S. and Earp, R. (2009). SQL Essentials in Access, Linus Publications, ISBN: 13:978-1-

60797-040-8.

8. Bagui, S. and Earp, R. (2011). Essential of SQL Using SQL Server 2008, Jones and Bartlett, ISBN:

978-0-7637-8138-5.

9. Bagui, S. and Earp, R. (2012). Database Design Using ER Diagrams, 2nd edition, Taylor and

Francis. ISBN: 9781439861769.

10. Bagui, S., and Earp, R. (2015). SQL Server 2014: A Step by Step Guide to Learning SQL, Nova

Publishers. ISBN: 978-1-63463-543-1. E-book version ISBN: 978-1-63463-554-7.

11. Bagui, S. and Earp, R. (2015). Practical Guide to Using SQL in Oracle, 2nd edition, BVT

Publishing. ISBN: 978-1-62751-647-1 (e-Book) or ISBN: 978-1-62751-648-8 (loose leaf version).

International Editions (books)

12. Earp, R. and Bagui, S. (2003). Learning SQL: A Step-by-Step Guide using Oracle, Pearson

Education Asia Limited and Tsinghua University Press, EISBN 0-201-77363-5 and ISBN: 7-302-

06755-4 (In Chinese language).

13. Bagui, S. and Earp, R. (2004). Learning SQL: A Step-by-Step Guide using Access, Addison Wesley,

ISBN: 0-321-21075-1 (International Edition).

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14. Bagui, S. and Earp, R. (2007). Naucite SQL na SQL Serveru 2005, O’Reilly Publishers, ISBN: 978-

86-7555-309-0.

Journal Articles (Published/Accepted)

1. Bagui, S. (1998). Reasons for increase in learning with multimedia, The Journal of Educational

Multimedia and Hypermedia, 7(1), 03-18.

2. Bagui, S.C., Bagui, S., Pal, K., and Pal, N. (2003). Breast Cancer detection using Rank Nearest

Neighbor Classification Rule, Pattern Recognition, 36(1), 25-34.

3. Bagui, S. and Rodgers, E. (2003). Impact of Kolb’s Learning Style on Selection of Media During

Authoring of Multimedia, Journal of Interactive Instruction and Development, 15(4), 3-11.

4. Bagui, S. (2003). Achievements and Weakness of Object-Oriented Databases, Journal of Object

Technology, 2(4), 29-41.

5. Bagui, S. and Rodgers, E. (2003). Correlation between Kolb’s Experiential Learning Style and

Selection of a Structure in Multimedia Authoring, Journal of Interactive Instruction and

Development, 16(2), 10-24.

6. Bagui, S. and Bagui, S.C. (2004). An Algorithm and Code for Computing Exact Critical Values for

the Kruskal-Wallis Nonparametric One-Way ANOVA, Journal of Modern Applied Statistical

Methods, 3(1), 498-503.

7. Bagui, S. and Rodgers, E. (2005). Relationship between Kolb’s Experiential Learning Style and Use

of Navigational Features during the Authoring of Multimedia Projects, Journal of Interactive

Instruction and Development, 17(3), 3-14.

8. Bagui, S. and Bagui, S.C. (2005). An Algorithm and Code for Computing Exact Critical Values for

Friedman's Nonparametric ANOVA, Journal of Modern Applied Statistical Methods, 4(1), 312-318.

9. Bagui, S. (2006). An Approach to Mining Crime Patterns, International Journal of Data

Warehousing and Mining, 2(1), 50-80.

10. Bagui, S.C., Bagui, S., Chatterjee, A., and Mehra, K.L. (2006). Classification with repeated

independent measurements under separate sampling scheme, Statistical Methodology, 3, 234-251.

11. Bagui, S., (2006). Rules for Migrating from Entity Relationship (ER) diagrams to Object

Relationship (OR) diagrams, Computing Letters, 2(4), 177-191.

12. Bagui, S. and Bagui, S.C. (2006). Computing Percentiles of Skew-Normal Distributions, Journal of

Modern Applied Statistical Methods, 5(2), 575-588.

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13. Bagui, S., Mink, D., and Cash, P. (2007). Data Mining Techniques to Study Voting Patterns in the

US, Data Science Journal, 6, 46-63.

14. Bagui, S., (2007). A Formal Definition for Translating XML Documents to the ER Model,

International Journal of Metadata, Semantics and Ontologies, 2(1), 54-66.

15. Bagui, S., Bagui, S.C., Pal, N.R., and Matin, M.A. (2007). Comparison between k-NN and k-RNN

Classification Rules: A Monte Carlo Simulation Study, Journal of Statistical Research, 41(1), 69-79.

16. Bagui, S., (2007). Mapping XML Schema to Entity Relationship and Extended Entity Relationship

Models, International Journal of Intelligent Information and Database Systems, 3(4), 325-345.

17. Bagui, S. Just, J., and Bagui, S. (2009). Deriving Strong Association Mining Rules Using a

Dependency Criteria, the Lift Measure, International Journal of Data Analysis Techniques and

Strategies (IJDATS), 1(3), 297-312.

18. Bagui, S. and Loggins, A. (2009). Generating Join Queries for Large Databases and Web Services,

International Journal of Information Technology and Web Engineering (IJITWE), 4(2), 54-72.

19. Bagui, S. and Ter Haar, L. (2009). Database Education in the New Millenium, The Journal of

Computing Sciences in Colleges, 24(4), 80-87.

20. Bagui, S. (2009). Mapping OWL to the Entity Relationship and Extended Entity Relationship

Models, International Journal of Knowledge and Web Intelligence (IJKWI), 1(1/2), 125-149.

21. Caffrey, J. M., Landing, W. M., Nolek, S. D., Gosnell, K., Bagui, S. S., and Bagui, S.C. (2010).

Atmospheric Deposition of Mercury and Major Ions to the Pensacola (Florida) Watershed: spatial,

seasonal and inter-annual variability, The Journal of Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics, 10, 4593-

4616.

22. Bagui, S. Just, J., Bagui, S, and Hemasinha, R. (2010). Using a Cosine-type Measure to Derive

Strong Association Mining Rules, International Journal of Knowledge Engineering and Data

Mining (IJKEDM), 1(1), 69-83.

23. Bagui, S. and Musgrove, C. (2010). Optimizing Outerjoins in Large Databases Using Cluster Based

Partitioning. International Journal of Data Analysis and Information Systems (IJDAIS), 2(2), 55-65.

24. Bagui, S. Islam, M., and Bagui, S. (2011). An Architecture for Query Optimization Using

Association Rule Mining. International Journal of Knowledge Based Organizations (IJKBO), 1(4),

32-55.

25. Bagui, S., Brown, J., Caffrey, J., and Bagui, S. (2012). Designing a Relational Database for

Tracking and Analysis of Atmospheric Deposition of Mercury and Trace Metals in the Pensacola

(Florida) Bay Watershed, International Journal of Sustainable Society (IJSSoc), 4(3), 240-265.

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26. Bagui, S. and Sweetman, R. (2012). Modeling Service Data Objects (SDO's) To the Entity-

Relationship (ER) Model, by Bagui and Sweetman. International Journal of Information Technology

and Web Engineering (IJITWE), 7(3), 14-36.

27. Bagui, S., Spratlin, S., and Bagui, S. (2013). Calculating Support, Confidence and Lift in Multi-

relational XML Data, International Journal of Data Analysis and Information Systems (IJDAIS),

Vol. 5(1), 13-27.

28. Goehring, G., Reichherzer, T., El-Sheikh, E., Snider, D., Wilde, N., Bagui, S., Coffey, J., White, L.J.

(2013). A Knowledge-Based System Approach for Extracting Abstractions from Service Oriented

Architecture Artifacts in International Journal of Advanced Research in Artificial Intelligence

(IJARAI), Vol. 2(3), 44-52.

29. Bagui, S.C., Bagui, S., and Hemasinha, R. (2013). Nonrigorous proofs of stirling’s formula,

Mathematics and Computer Education, Vol. 47(2), 115–125.

30. El-Sheikh, E., Reichherzer, T., White, L., Wilde, N., Coffey, J., Bagui, S., Goehring, G., Baskin, A.

(2013). Towards Enhanced Program Comprehension for Service Oriented Architecture (SOA)

Systems, Journal of Software Engineering and Application (JSEA) Vol. 6(9), 435-445.

31. Bagui, S. and Zaynako, A. (2014). Determining Approximate Functional Dependencies using

Association Rule Mining, International Journal of Research in Computer Applications and

Management (IJRCM), Vol. 4(1), 10-17.

32. Bagui, S., and Bouressa, J. (2014). Mapping RDF and RDF-Schema to the Entity Relationship

Model, Journal of Emerging Trends in Computing and Information Sciences, Vol. 5(12), 953-961.

33. Gonen, B., Fang, X., El-Sheikh, E., Bagui, S., Wilde, N., Zimmerman, A. (2014). Ontological

Support for the Evolution of Future Services Oriented Architectures, Transaction on Machine

Learning and Artificial Intelligence (TMLAI), Vol. 2(6), 77-90.

34. Bagui, S., and Nguyen, L. (2015). Database Sharding: To provide fault tolerance and scalability of

Big Data on the Cloud, International Journal of Cloud Applications and Computing (IJCAC), Vol.

5(2), 36-52.

35. Fridge, E., and Bagui, S. (2016). Impact of Automated Software Testing Tools on Reflective

Thinking and Student Performance in Introductory Computer Science and Programming Classes,

International Journal of Information and Communication Technology Education (IJICTE), 12(1),

24-40.

36. Bagui, S., Bagui, S, and Hemasinha, R. (2016). The Statistical Classification of Breast Cancer Data,

International Journal of Statistics and Applications, 6(1), 15-22.

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37. Bagui, S., and Spratlin, S. (2017). A Review of Data Mining Algorithms on Hadoop’s MapReduce,

International Journal of Data Science, in press.

38. Bagui, S., Xingang, F., Kalaimmanan, E., Bagui, S., and Sheehan, J. (2017). Comparison of

Machine Learning Algorithms for classification of VPN and non-VPN Network Traffic Flow Using

Time-Related Features, Journal of Cyber Security Technology, 1(2), 108-126.

39. Bagui, S., Xingang F. and Bagui, S. (2017). "Improving Virtual Screening Predictive Accuracy of

Human Kallikrein 5 inhibitors using Machine Learning Models, Computational Biology and

Chemistry, 69, 110-119.

40. Cox, A., Guzman, I., Crommer, K., Bagui, S. Virtual world, Virtual Reality, and Augmented

Reality: Different Types, Different Users, Different Purchase Intentions, submitted to Journal of

Virtual Worlds Research.

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Refereed Publication in Encyclopedia

1. Bagui, S. (2006). Generalizations and Specializations and Categories in ER Diagrams, Encyclopedia

of Database Technologies, Idea Group Publishing, 233-239.

Refereed Proceedings

1. Bagui, S. (2005). Rules for Migrating from ER and EER diagrams to Object-Relationship (OR)

diagram, Proceedings of the 43rd ACM Southeast Conference, 1, 243-244, Kennesaw, GA, March

18-20 (acceptance rate – about 28%).

2. Bagui, S. and Walker, D. (2006). A Java Based Parser Software for Converting XML Documents to

the ER Model and Relational Databases, Proceedings of the 2006 International Conference on

Semantic Web and Web Services, 166-169, Las Vegas, Nevada, June 26-29 (acceptance rate –

approx.. 32%).

3. Bagui, S. (2007). Developing a conceptual model for XML Schema, Proceedings of the 2007

International Conference on Semantic Web and Web Services, 69-71, Las Vegas, Nevada, June 25-

28 (acceptance rate – about 32%).

4. Prayaga, L., White, L., Bagui, S. (2009). Innovative Strategies to Build IT Workforce, Proceedings

of 22nd Conference on Software Engineering Education and Training, 202-209.

5. Bagui, S. Mohammad, I. (2010). Query optimization in large databases using Association Rule

Mining, Proceedings of the 48th ACM Southeast Conference, Oxford, MS, April 15-17.

6. El-Sheikh, E., Bagui, S., Firesmith, D., Petrov, I., Wilde, N., Zimmermann, A. (2013). Towards

Semantic-Supported SmartLife System Architectures for Big Data Services in the Cloud.

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Proceedings of the 5th International Conferences on Advanced Service Computing, May 27-June 1,

Valencia, Spain, IARIA XPS Press.

7. Zimmermann, A., Gonen, B., Schmidt, R., El-Sheikh, E., Bagui, S., and Wilde. N. (2014).

Adaptable Enterprise Architectures for Software Evolution of SmartLife Ecosystem. Proceedings of

IEEE EDOC – SoEA4EE 2104: The Sixth Workshop on Service oriented Enterprise Architecture for

Enterprise Engineering, Sept. 1-5, 2014, Ulm, Germany.

8. Gonen, B., Fang, X., El-Sheikh, E., Bagui, S., Wilde, N., Zimmermann, A., and Petrov, I. (2014).

Maintaining SOA Systems of the Future: How Can Ontological Modeling Help? Proceedings of

KEOD 2014: The International Conference on Knowledge Engineering and Ontology

Development, October 21 – 24, 2014, Rome, Italy.

Book Chapters

1. Earp, R. and Bagui, S. (2000). Building An Entity Relationship Diagram: A Software Engineering

Approach, Data Management Handbook, CRC Press, Auerbach Publications, 22-10-41, Dec., 1-16.

2. Earp, R. and Bagui, S. (2001). Extending Relationships in the Entity Relationship Diagram, Data

Management Handbook, CRC Press, Auerbach Publications, 22-10-42, May, 1-14.

3. Earp, R. and Bagui, S. (2002). Binary Relationships in Entity Relationships in Entity Relationship

(ER) Diagrams, Data Management Handbook, CRC Press, Auerbach Publications, 22-10-43, April,

1-17.

4. Bagui, S. and Earp, R. (2003). Ternary and Higher-Order ER Diagrams, Data Management

Handbook, CRC Press, Auerbach Publications, 22-10-44, June, 1-21.

5. Wilde, N., Bagui, S., Coffey, J., El-Sheikh, E., Reichherzer, T., White, L., Goehring, G., Terry, C.,

Baskin, A. (2013). Interoperable Systems and Software Evolution: Issues and Approaches, Digital

Enterprise Design and Management 2013, Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, Volume

205, 2013, chapter 10, 45-56, Springer Berlin Heidelberg, doi={10.1007/978-3-642-37317-6_5}.

Other Publications

1. Earp, R., and Bagui, S. (2000). Oracle’s Joins, Oracle Internals, 2(3), 6-14.

2. Earp, R. and Bagui, S. (2001). Oracle’s Triggers, Oracle Internals, 2(10), 14-20.

3. Earp, R. and Bagui, S. (2001). An In-depth look at Oracle's Correlated Subqueries, Oracle Internals,

3(4), 2-8.

4. Saha, Sikha (1988). Software Review of ENABLE, Journal of Computer Based Instruction, 15(1).

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5. Saha, Sikha, (1988). Book Review, Files and Databases, An Introduction, Interfaces, 18(3).

Papers re-printed as Book Chapters

1. Earp, R., and Bagui, S. (2004). Oracle’s Joins, Oracle Internals: Tips, Tricks, and Techniques for

DBAs, edited by Donald K. Burleson, Auerbach Publications, Taylor and Francis Group.

2. Earp, R. and Bagui, S. (2004). Oracle’s Triggers, Oracle Internals: Tips, Tricks, and Techniques for

DBAs, edited by Donald K. Burleson, Auerbach Publications, Taylor and Francis Group.

3. Earp, R. and Bagui, S. (2004). An In-depth look at Oracle's Correlated Subqueries, Oracle SQL

Training and CBO Internals, edited by Kimberly Floss, Rampant Press.

4. Earp, R., and Bagui, S. (2004). Oracle’s Joins, Oracle SQL Training and CBO Internals, edited by

Kimberly Floss, Rampant Press.

5. Bagui, S. (2008). An Approach to Mining Crime Patterns, Data Warehousing and Mining:

Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications, edited by John Wang, IGI Global Publications.

6. Bagui, S. (2009). An Approach to Mining Crime Patterns, Selected Readings on Database

Technologies and Applications, edited by Terry Halpin, IGI Global Publications.

7. Bagui, S. (2009). Mapping Generalizations and Specializations and Categories to Relational

Databases, Handbook of Research on Innovations in Database Technologies and Applications:

Current and Future Trends, edited by Viviana E. Ferraggine, Jorge H. Doorn, Laura C. Rivero,

Information Science Reference. ISBN-13: 9781605662428, 1-11.

8. Bagui, S. and Loggins, A. (2011). Automating the Generation of Joins in Large Databases and Web

Services, Web Engineered Applications for Evolving Organizations: Emerging Knowledge, edited by

Ghazi, I. Alkhatib, IGI Global Publications. ISBN: 978-1-60960-523-0.

9. Bagui, S., Islam, M., and Bagui, S. (2012). An Architecture for Query Optimization Using

Association Rule Mining, Intelligence Methods and Systems Advancements for Knowledge-Based

Business, IGI Global.

10. Bagui, S., and Nyugen, L. (2015). A Key Based Database Sharding Implementation for Big Data

Analytics, Advanced Research on Cloud Computing Design and Applications, IGI Global (in press).

Workshops

1. Bilal Gonen, Xingang Fang, Eman El-Sheikh, Sikha Bagui, Norman Wilde, Semantic Traversing

Documents by Using Semantic Relationships, Workshop on Grand Challenges in Engineering and

Applied Sciences, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, May 15-18, 2014.

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Grant Reports

1. Caffrey, J., Landing, W., Bagui, S., Bagui, S. (2009). Atmospheric Deposition of Mercury or Trace

Metals to the Pensacola Bay Watershed, February 15, 2009.

Submittals/In preparation

42. Bagui, S., Devulapalli, K., Coffey, J., “A Heuristic Approach for Load Balancing the FP-Growth

Algorithm on MapReduce, submitted to IEEE Transactions on Big Data, July 23, 2017.

43. Bagui, S., Devulapalli, K., Sharon, J. “MapReduce Implementation of a Mixed and Multinomial

Naïve Bayes Classifier,” submitted to IEEE Transactions on Big Data, August 1, 2017.

44. Bagui, S. and Devulapalli, K. “A Comparison of Hive’s Optimization Techniques,” submitted to

International Journal of Big Data Intelligence, revised and submitted, August 13, 2017.

Series Editor for “Foundation for Database Design Books” for CRC press.

Books in this series:

1. Garmany, J, Walker, J., and Clark, T. (2005). Logical Database Design Principles, CRC Press,

Auerbach Publications, ISBN: 0-8493-1853-X.

2. Chao, L. (2005). Database Development and Management, CRC Press, Auerbach Publications,

ISBN: 0-8493-3318-0.

Editorial Board member:

i. International Journal of Data Analysis Techniques and Strategies (IJDATS).

ii. World of Computer Science and Information Technology Journal (WSCIT).

iii. Universal Journal of Computer Science and Engineering Technology (UniCSE).

iv. Inventi Journals, http://www.inventi.in

v. Amity Journal of Engineering and Technology.

vi. Journal of Technologies (http://www.mdpi.com/journal/technologies, ISSN 2227-

7080).

vii. Journal of Applied Information Science (http://submission.publishingindia.com/index.php/JAIS)

viii. International Journal of Technology in Computer Science and Engineering (IJTCSE).

2. Associate Editor:

i. International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and Applications (IJACSA).

Technical Committee Member

International Conference on Intelligent Systems and Control (ISCO’2013).

REVIEWED

Articles for

IEEE Transactions for Data and Knowledge Engineering

IEEE Transactions for Parallel and Distributed Computing

Data and Knowledge Engineering

Pattern Recognition Letters

International Business Schools Computing Quarterly

http://www.inventi.in/

http://www.mdpi.com/journal/technologies

http://submission.publishingindia.com/index.php/JAIS

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Encyclopedia of Database Technologies and Applications

Iranian Journal of Electrical and Computer Engineering (IJECE)

Handbook for Technology Management

ACMSE

International Journal of Data Analysis Techniques and Strategies (IJDATS)

International Journal of Knowledge Engineering and Data Mining (IJKEDM)

Consortium for Computing Sciences in Colleges (CCSC)

International Journal of Computer Engineering Research (IJCER)

Data Science Journal

Journal of Systems and Software

International Journal of Intelligent Information and Database Systems (IJIIDS)

International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and Applications (IJACSA)

IEEE Computer

Intelligent Systems and Control (ISCO 2013)

8th International Conference on Knowledge Generation, Communication and Management:

KGCM 2014.

Florida Consortium of Cybersecurity (FC2) Seed Grant Program, 2014-2015.

Information.

Grants for

1. Kentucky Science and Engineering Foundation, 2007; April 2012.

2. Kentucky Science and Engineering Foundation. Grant title: Tools for reusing data modeling

patterns: Development and evaluation, 2008.

3. NSF Database Grant for Kennesaw State University, titled: Animated Database Courseware

(ADbC), 2009.

4. Florida Consortium in Cybersecurity, 2014.

Books

1. Data Structures and Algorithms in C++ (2002), by Goodrich, Tamassia, & Mount, for John Wiley

& Sons.

2. Oracle – Physical Database Design by Don Burleson, for CRC Press.

3. GO Series in Microsoft Office, 2003, for Prentice Hall.

4. Quick, Simple MicroSoft Office 2000, by Erickson, for Prentice Hall.

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SELECTED CITATIONS

1. Dusick, D. (1998). Learning Effectiveness and Educational Technology. Educational Technology

Review, 10.

2. Szabo, M. and Kanuka, H. (1998). Effects of Violating Screen Design Principles of Balance, Unity,

and Focus on Recall Learning, Study Time, and Completion Rate. Journal of Educational

Multimedia and Hypermedia, 8(1), 23-42.

3. Rochet, B (1998). Analyse de The Rhythm of French. The Rhythm of French, 1(2), 171-177.

4. Reilly, A. (1998). Reading and Listening: issues in the use of displayed text and recorded speech in

educational multimedia. MA dissertation, Middlesex University, England.

5. Szabo, M. and Kanuka, H. (1999). Conducting Research on Visual Design and Learning: Pitfalls and

Promises. Canadian Journal of Educational Communication, 27(2), 105-123.

6. Kadijevich, D. (1999). An approach to learning mathematics through knowledge engineering.

Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 15(4), 291-301.

7. Hick, S. (2000). New Technology in the Human Services. New Technology in the Human Service,

11(4), 1-10.

8. Alvarez, O. (2000). Dominio de vocabulario, uso del diccionario, analisis contextual, y comprension

lectora de textos en formato hipermedial e impreso. Vian del Mar – Chile.

9. Stout, P. A., Villegas, J., and Kim, H. (2001). Enhancing learning through use of interactive tools on

health-related websites, Health Education Research, 16(6), 721-733.

10. Steffey, C. (2001). The Effects of Visual and Verbal Cues in Multimedia Instruction. Ph.D.

dissertation. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.

11. Dias, P., Aedo, I, and Panetsos, F. (2001). Modeling the Dynamic Behavior of Hypermedia

applications. IEEE Transactions on Software Engineering, 27(6), June, 550-572.

12. Karoulis, A., and Pombortsis, A. (2003). The Cognitive Transfer and the Tutor’s Role in a CBL

Environment, Informatics in Education, 2(2), 214-256.

13. Wallace, M., Tsapatsoulis, N., and Kollias, S. (2005). Intelligent initialization of resource allocating

RBF networks. Neural Networks, 18(2), 117-122.

14. Khalil , M.K., Johnson , T.E., and Lamar, C.H. (2005). Comparison of computer-based and paper-

based imagery strategies in learning anatomy. Clinical Anatomy, 18(6), 457-464.

15. Odiase, J.I., and Ogbonmwan, S.M. (2005). Exact Permutation Critical Values for the Kruskal-

Wallis One-Way ANOVA, Journal of Modern Applied Statistical Methods, 4(2), 609-620.

16. Orozco, M., Crispi, T., Toro-Almenares, D. (2006). Training of Multilayer Perceptron Neural

Networks by Using Cellular Genetic Algorithms., Lecture Notes in Computer Science, Vol. 4225,

389-398.

17. Tan, T.Z., Quek, C., Ng, G.S., Ng, E.Y.K. (2007). A novel cognitive interpretation of breast cancer

thermography with complementary learning fuzzy neural memory structure, Expert Systems with

Applications, 33(3), 652-666.

18. Shams, L., and Seitz, A.R. (2008). Benefits of multisensory learning, Trends in Cognitive Sciences,

12(11), 411-417.

19. Zhan, J. Z., Matwin, S. and Chang, L. (2010). Privacy-preserving multi-party decision tree

induction, International Journal of Business Intelligence and Data Mining, 2(2), 197-212.

20. Buczak, A.L. and Gifford C.M. (2010). Fuzzy Association Rule Mining for Community Crime

Pattern Discovery, Proceedings of ISI-KDD, ACM SIGKDD Workshop on Intelligent and Security

Informatics.

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21. Scime, A., Murray, G. R., Hunter, L. Y. (2010). Testing Terrorism Theory with Data Mining,

International Journal of Data Analysis Techniques and Strategies, 2(2), 122-139.

22. Medeiros, C.B., Baumann, P., Jucovschi, C. (2010). Introducing Multi-disciplinary Thinking in

Computer Engineering: A New Way of Teaching Database Systems, Education Engineering

(EDUCON) 2010 IEEE, 523-530.

23. Jain, R., VanLeer, M., Chandrasekaran, A. (2011). A Framework for Requirements Engineering

Method Selection, International Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 8(2), 198-214.

24. And many more not listed here…

HONORS & AWARDS

Research Awards

1. Recipient of 2012 Distinguished Research and Creative Activities Award, UWF.

2. Recipient of 2007 Distinguished Research and Creative Activities Award, UWF.

Teaching Awards

1. Recipient of Excellence in Teaching and Advising Award, 2012, UWF.

2. Recipient of Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching and Advising Award, 2006, UWF.

3. Recipient of Teaching Incentive Program (TIP) Award, 2002-2003, UWF.

4. Recipient of Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching and Advising Award, 2001-02, UWF.

Other

Nominated for Distinguished Teaching Award by Student Government, 2000-01, UWF.

Recipient of Special Summer Graduate Scholarship, 1999, UWF.

Recipient of Delores A. Auzenne Graduate Fellowship, 1999, UWF.

GRANTS RECEIVED

1. NSF funded travel grant for Sixth Annual Winter Workshop: Data Mining, Statistical Learning and

Bioinformatics, UF Gainesville, January 2004, $400.00.

2. Recipient of University Summer 2005 Research Award of $6250, for proposal entitled, Pattern

Classification in Breast Cancer Data: A Data Mining Approach.

3. Grant recipient of Graduate Research Assistant, from Graduate Office, UWF, Spring 2006,

$1,500.00.

4. Workshop: Advanced SQL Server (Database) Training, Operations IT Staff from Saufley Field, US

Navy, L3 group (Summer 2005), conducted at ATC, UWF, $5,000.

5. Senior Key Personnel, Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) Grant, titled: “Atmospheric

deposition of mercury and trace metals in the Pensacola Bay Watershed Phase II”, 2009, for

$287,020.

6. Co-PI, Florida’s Great North West Workforce Innovation Consortium Grant, North West Florida

Computing and Engineering Training Scholarship Program (Fall 2009 – Dec 2010), $1,000,000.

7. Senior Key Personnel, Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) Grant, titled: “Atmospheric

deposition of mercury and trace metals in the Pensacola Bay Watershed Phase III”, 2010, for

$287,020.

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GRANTS SUBMITTED (Not funded)

1. PI, Mining Breast Cancer Data, grant submitted to Department of Defense, for approx. $300,000 for

3 years. Submitted: 2002.

2. PI, Developing a Java Based Parser Software for Converting XML Documents to the ER and EER

model and relational databases, for approx $186.800, for 2 years. Submitted: August 2006.

3. Co-PI, STEP Grant: Building Sustainable Futures Through STEM Program Initiative, $994,029, NSF

0856031, 5 years. Submitted: September 2008.

4. Co-PI, PRISM Grant: PRISM Through Early Engagement of Introductory Level Students in Discovery

and Research, for $960,625. NSF: 08-596 IRF, 3 years. Submitted: February 2009.

5. PI, Longitudinal Study of Multiple Lipid Indices to Predict Cardiovascular Disease, NIH Challenge

Grants, RFA-OD-09-003, $246,413, 1 year. Submitted: April 2009.

6. Senior Key Personnel for Synthesis and investigation of superconducting semiconductors and

approach for a new generation of electronic components, submitted to AFOSR. Total: ~ $1,500,000

in total for 5 years. Submitted: Summer 2009.

7. Co-PI, S-STEM Grant: Scholarships to Promote Interdisciplinary Undergraduate STEM Research,

NSF Proposal Number: 1060363: $598,785, 5yrs. Submitted: Summer 2010.

8. PI, TAACCCT, Department of Labor (DOL) Consortium grant, $500,000, June 2014

9. Co-PI, H1b Grant, DOL Consortium grant, $500,000, June 2014.

10. UWF PI, NSF Grant: Big Data Spokes SPOKE: SOUTH: Collaborative: The Academic and

Professional Learning Initiative for Applied Data Science, $400,000, February, 2016.

PRESENTATIONS

International Conferences

1. A Java Based Parser Software for Converting XML Documents to the ER Model and Relational

Databases, World Congress in Computer Science, WORLDCOMP 2007, Computer Engineering,

and Applied Computing, Las Vegas, NV, June, 2006.

2. Developing a Conceptual Model for XML Schema, World Congress in Computer Science,

WORLDCOMP 2007, Computer Engineering, and Applied Computing, Las Vegas, NV, June, 2007.

3. Optimizing Outerjoins in Large Databases using Cluster-based partitioning, World Multiconference

on Systemics, Cybenetics and Informatics (WMSCI) 2010, Orlando, FL June 29-July 2, 2010.

4. Role of Climate and Local Emission Sources in the Wet Deposition of Mercury and Major Ions in

the Pensacola Region, 10th International Conference on Mercury as a Global Pollutant (ICMGP),

Halifax, Nova Scotia, July 24-29, 2011.

5. Temporal and Spatial Variability of Mercury, pH, and Non-Sea Salt Sulfate Fluxes Associated with

Changes in Anthropogenic Emissions in the Pensacola Bay Region, Eighth National Monitoring

Conference, April 30 – May 4, 2012, Portland, Oregon.

6. Interoperable Systems and Software Evolution:Issues and Approaches, Digital Enterprise Design &

Management (DED&M), Paris, France, February, 2013.

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7. Towards Semantic-Supported SmartLife System Architectures for Big Data Service in the Cloud,

SERVICE COMPUTATION 2013, The Fifth International Conferences on Advanced Service

Computing, Valencia, Spain, May/June, 2013, http://www.iaria.org/conferences2013.

8. Ontology-Based SmartLife Enterprise Services Architectures for Big Data in the Cloud, ESOCC

2013, Malaga, Spain, September 11 – 13, 2013.

9. Bilal Gonen, Xingang Fang, Eman El-Sheikh, Sikha Bagui, Norman Wilde, Alfred Zimmermann

and Ilia Petrov, Semantic Search to Support the Evolution of SmartLife Applications, 9th

International Joint Conference on Software Technologies, Vienna, Austria, August 29-31, 2014.

10. Alfred Zimmermann, Bilal Gonen, Rainer Schmidt, Eman El-Sheikh, Sikha Bagui, and Norman

Wilde, Adaptable Enterprise Architectures for Software Evolution of SmartLife Ecosystems, The

18th IEEE International EDOC Conference (EDOC 2014) "The Enterprise Computing Conference",

Ulm, Germany, September 1-5, 2014.

11. Kalaimannan, E., Mitchell, C., Bagui, S. and Bagui, S. (2015). An Automated Method of Classifying

and Analyzing Malware based Operating System Calls, Annual Computer Security Applications

Conference, December 2015, Los Angeles, CA.

National Conferences

1. “Discovering Crime Patterns in a State Database”, presented at University of Florida Sixth Annual

Winter Workshop: Data Mining, Statistical Learning and Bioinformatics, January 2004.

2. “Rules for Migrating from Entity Relationship (ER) and Extended Entity Relationship (EER)

diagrams to Object Relationship (OR) diagrams,” presented at ACMSE 2005, Kennesaw, GA,

March 18-20, 2005.

3. “Database Education in the New Millenium”, presented at Consortium for Computing Sciences in

Colleges (CCSC), Hammond, LA, April 24-25, 2009.

4. Bilal Gonen, Xingang Fang, Eman El-Sheikh, Sikha Bagui, Norman Wilde, Semantic Traversing

Documents by Using Semantic Relationships, Workshop on Grand Challenges in Engineering and

Applied Sciences, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, May 15-18, 2014.

Regional Conferences/Symposiums

1. “Database Development for Atmospheric Deposition in Pensacola Bay Watershed”, Center for

Environmental Diagnostics and Bioremediation (CEDB), University of West Florida, Pensacola,

FL., Nov 6th, 2008.

2. “Some Aspects of Skew-Normal Distribution”, Presented at Mathematics Association of America

(MAA) Florida Chapter Meeting, The University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL., Nov. 21, 2008.

3. “Designing a Relational Database for tracking and analysis of Atmospheric Deposition of Mercury

and Trace Metals in the Pensacola Bay Watershed”, Mercury Deposition Meeting, Organized by

Center for Diagnostics and Bioremediation, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, Jan 13-15,

2010.

5. Database Development for Tracking and Analysis of Atmospheric Data, Hg Measurements Meeting,

University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL., February 2-3, 2011.

http://www.iaria.org/conferences2013

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6. Spatial and Temporal Trends in Atmospheric Deposition of Mercury, Trace Metals and Major Ions

in the Pensacola Bay Watershed, Hg Measurements Meeting, University of West Florida, Pensacola,

FL, February 2-3, 2011.

7. Nonrigorous Proofs of Stirling’s Formula, presented at the Florida Chapter of the MAA Meeting,

The University of University of West Florida, November, 2012.

Other Presentations

1. Presented several seminars on using Enable, DBASE III Plus, and Lotus 123 to faculty at The

University of Toledo in 1987.

2. "Multimedia, Hypermedia & CD-ROM technology", presented at Kent State University, April, 1991.

3. “Impact of Kolb’s Learning Style on the Authoring of Multimedia/Hypermedia”, presented at The

Department of Computer Science, The University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, October, 2000.

4. “Breast Cancer Detection Using Rank Nearest Neighbor Classification Rules”, presented in Joint

Statistical Meetings of American Statistical Association, Atlanta, GA, August, 2001.

5. “Mining Association Rules for Insurance Data”, presented at The Department of Computer Science,

University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, March, 2002.

6. “Data Mining: Discovering Association Rules for Insurance Data,” invited talk, presented at The

Department of Computer Science, Florida A&M University, Tallahasse, FL, July 2002.

7. Invited Panel Discussion: Challenges facing Information Studies/Information Technologies,

participated at Florida State University, College of Information Studies, Tallahasse, FL, July 2002.

8. Invited talk: Database Concepts, College of Information Technology, Georgia Southern University,

Statesboro, GA, October, 2002.

9. Invited talk: Database Interface of VB.Net, Roger Williams University, Bristol, RI, February, 2003.

10. “Association Rule Mining”, presented at The Department of Computer Science, Florida A & M

University, Tallahasse, FL, July 2003.

Local Symposium Presentations

1. “An Algorithm and Code for Computing Exact Critical Values for the Kruskal-Wallis Nonparametric

One-Way ANOVA, presented at SEASTARS 2004, April 19, 2004 (poster session).

2. “Discovering Crime Patterns in a State Database,” presented at SEASTARS 2004, April 19, 2004

(poster session).

3. “An Algorithm and Code for Computing Exact Critical Values for the Friedman’s Nonparametric

ANOVA”, presented at SEASTARS 2005, April 19, 2005 (poster session).

4. “Rules for Migrating from Entity Relationship (ER) Diagrams,” presented at SEASTARS 2005,

April 19, 2005 (poster session).

5. “A Java Based Parser Software for Converting XML Documents to ER Diagrams and Relational

Databases,” presented at SEASTARS 2006, April 26, 2006 (poster session).

6. “An Algorithm and Code for Computing Percentiles of Skew-Normal Distributions”, presented at

SEASTARS 2006, April 26, 2006 (poster session).

7. “SOA and Databases”, departmental seminar series, Computer Science Department, Sept 8, 2008.

8. Calculating Support, Confidence and Lift in Multi-relational XML Data, SSE Seminar Series, Dec 7,

2012.

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9. Bagui, S., The Transformation of Data, Rite of Passage Lecture, The University of West Florida,

March 28, 2014.

10. Gonen, B., Fang, X., El-Sheikh, E., Bagui, S., and Wilde, N. (2014). Semantic Traversing

Documents by Using Semantic Relationships. 2014 Faculty Research Showcase, University of West

Florida, Pensacola, FL, April 24, 2014.

11. Bagui, S., Cybersecurity at UWF, presentation made to UWF’s IT Pack, October 29, 2014.

12. Bagui, S., Cybersecurity, how does it work, presentation made at Open House, April 11, 2015.

Sessions Chaired/Co-chaired

1. Co-chaired session at World Multiconference on Systemics, Cybenetics and Informatics (WMSCI)

2010, Orlando, FL June 29-July 2, 2010.

SERVICE

Departmental Service, Fall 1999 – Spring 2005

1. Departmental committees:

Undergraduate Committee (1999 - 2005); Online committee (2005); Chair Search committee (Spring

2005 – Summer 2005), Lecturer Search committee (Summer 2005), Java Programming Committee

(COP2253) (Fall 2004 – 2005).

2. Course Coordinator commitments:

Aug 1999 – August 2005:

Microcomputer Application Packages (CGS 2570), Multimedia Systems (CGS 3994), Web Page

Design (CGS 3823), Database Systems (COP 4710), Advanced Database Systems (COP 5715),

Desktop Publishing (CGS 2580), Visual Programming (CGS 3464). Developed CCRs for the above

courses during this period, and was instrumental in putting Microcomputer Application Packages

online for the first time.

Departmental Service, FALL 2006 – Present

1. Coordinator, Ed.D. Program, Computer Science specialization (2007 – 2015).

2. Coordinator, Medical Information Technology Program (2007 – 2013).

3. Coordinator for CS Department’s Certificate programs (2006 – present).

Certificates developed:

i.Certificate in Database Systems (2007).

ii.Certificate in Web Technologies (2007).

iii.Certificate in Cybersecurity (2014).

iv.Certificate in GeoComputing (2014).

v.GeoCyber Certificate (2015).

vi.Data Science Certificate (2015).

4. MSDNAA Coordinator (2007 – 2010).

5. Program reviews:

i. Chair, IT Program Review, 2009-2010.

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ii. Chair, CS Undergraduate and Graduate Program Review, 2013-2014.

iii. Chair, IT Program Review, 2016-2017.

6. Committees served on:

a. Search Committees:

i. Search committee, Office Support Specialist position (in Computer Science), member, Fall 2006

ii. Chair, CS Faculty Search Committee, Fall 2009, Fall 2010.

iii. Member, CS Department Faculty Search Committee, Spring, 2012.

iv. Chair, CS coordinator/advisor search committee, Spring, 2012.

v. Chair, Cybersecurity Faculty Search Committee, 2013-14.

vi. Hiring official, Cybersecurity Office Administrator Search Committee, Summer, 2014.

vii. Hiring official, Cybersecurity Advisor Search Committee, Summer, 2014.

viii. Hiring official, IT Techie Search Committee, Fall, 2014.

ix. Hiring official, Battle Lab Techie Search Committee, Fall 2014.

x. Chair, CS Faculty Search Committee, 2014-15.

b. Other committees:

i.Junior Faculty Mentoring committee (2005 – 2006)

ii.Departmental Web Page development committee, 2007- present

iii.SE Curriculum development committee, member, 2007-2008.

iv.Grand Opening Planning Committee, member, Fall 2009.

v.Assessment Committee, member, Summer 2010 – present.

vi.Common Pre-requisites Committee, department representative, Spring 2011 – present.

vii.Member, CS departmental scholarship committee, 2009 - present

viii.Member, CS departmental assessment committee, 2011-present.

ix.Chair, CS department strategic planning committee, 2013-present.

x.Battle lab renovation committee, 2014-2015.

xi.Hadoop Cluster Purchase committee, 2014-2015.

xii.Chair, CS Department Equipment committee, 2014-present.

xiii.Member, By-Laws Committee, 2014-present.

5. Developed CCRs for:

i. Advanced Database Systems (COP6727) – graduate database course

ii. Data Mining (CAP4770/5771) – dual listed data mining course

iii. Database Administration (COP4723/5775) – dual listed course

iv. CIS major, CIS minor, IT major, IT minor

v. IT Tracks – Networking and Telecommunications Technologies, Human Computer Interaction,

Information Technology, and Digital Enterprise.

vi. MSIT program CCR, 2015.

vii. MSIT/Cybersecurity specialization, 2015.

viii. MSIT/Database specialization, 2015.

6. New Courses developed:

1. Advanced Database Systems (COP6727)

2. Data Mining(CAP4770/CAP5771)

3. Database Administration(COP4723/COP5775)

7. Online courses developed:

1. Database Systems (COP4710/COP5725)

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2. Advanced Database Systems (COP6727)

3. Data Mining(CAP4770/CAP5771)

4. Database Administration(COP4723/COP5775)

5. Seminar in SOA(COP5990).

8. New Specializations developed:

1. MSA/DBA (2007).

2. MS/CS/DB (2010).

3. BS/CS/CyberSecurity (2013).

9. New Programs developed:

1. MSIT

i. MSIT/Database Management (2015).

ii. MSIT/Cybersecurity (2015).

10. Student recruitment efforts

1. Articulation with Junior Colleges: March 2007, March 2008.

2. CS Department Open House: Jan 2007; Nov 2007; Feb 2009; Nov 2009; April 2010,; June 13,

2011; June 16, 2011; June 20, 2011; June 23, 2011; July 14, 2011; Sept 17, 2011; Oct 15, 2011,

Mar 17, 2012; Nov 2013; Nov 11, 2014; April 11, 2014;

3. Pensacola Junior College visits: March 20, 2008, April 8, 2008.

4. Holodeck presentation to Middle School teachers, April 16, 2010.

5. West Florida High School, May 2011.

11. Coordinated, prepared and administered test for student – to test out of Web Page Design Course

(CGS3823), Spring 2006.

12. Outreach Activities – visited: Alpha Data Corporation, FW Beach, NAS Pensacola, Bullet

Technologies, General Dynamics, Pall Corporation, Cogon, App River, Avalex Technologies, Media

Com, Coco, Beyond.com, Booz Allen Hamilton.

13. Participated in SSE Grand Opening Events, Feb 3-5, 2010.

14. Directed independent study students: (2009-2010): 12; supervised one honors thesis; coordinated 6

internships; and served on one master’s committee.

15. Advising:

1. 2009-2010: 55 undergraduate advisees and 42 graduate advisees.

2. 2010 – 2011: 60 undergraduate advisees and 45 graduate advisees

3. 2011 – 2012: 55 undergraduate advisees and 48 graduate advisees

16. Chair, Ed.D. committee, 2011 – 2014.

17. International Collaborations:

1. Working with China, 2013.

2. Working with Faith University in Turkey, 2014-2015

3. Working with Reutlingen University in Germany, 2011 – present.

18. Meetings:

1. Organized and hosted Florida Consortium on Cybersecurity (FC2) at UWF’s Department of

Computer Science, Sept 16, 2014.

2. Committee member, STARTUP weekend, 2013-present.

3. Committee member, Cyberthon, 2015.

19. Articulation Agreements

1. Articulation with Pensacola State College

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20. Non-Disclosure Agreements

1. General Dynamics IT (GDIT), February, 2015.

2. Los Alamos Technical Associates, Inc. (LATA), February, 2015.

21. Accreditations and Designations

1. Professional Master’s Designation (PSM) for Master of Science in Administration, with a

specialization in Cybersecurity.

2. CAE, 2015.

COLLEGE-WIDE SERVICE

1. Elections Committee (At Large), member, 2006 -2008, 2008-2010, 2011-2013, 2013-2015.

2. Academic Standards Committee, member, 2006-2009.

3. CAS Council, member, 2007-2010.

a. Chair, CAS Graduate Program Committee (CAS Council ad hoc committee), fall 2010.

4. Search Committee, Art Department, member, 2008.

5. Search Committee, CEDB, member, 2008.

6. Search Committee, Physics, member, 2008.

7. Tenure and promotion mentoring committee, Art Department, member, 2008-09, 2012-13.

8. Tenure and promotion mentoring committee, Biology, 2012-2013.

9. ATC Search Committee, member, Spring 2011.

UNIVERSITY-WIDE SERVICE

1. Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching and Advising Committee, member, 2002-2003.

2. Academic Technology Advisory Council (ATAC), member, Fall 2004 – 2006.

3. Faculty Merit Scholarship Program Review Committee, member, 2005 – 2006.

4. Faculty Phone-A-Thon, Admissions Office, UWF, student recruitment, Fall and Spring, 2006.

5. Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching and Advising Committee, member, 2007.

6. Co-chair, Faculty and Staff Campaign, UWF, 2007 – 2009; member, 2010.

7. Participated in UWF’s Fund Raising Campaign – Great Futures Campaign, 2007.

8. Computer Science Video Clips for Office of Admissions (for recruitment), Summer 2009.

9. Faculty Video Profile for SSE, Summer 2009.

10. University Faculty Personnel Committee, 2010-2013.

11. Member of STRIDE task force (part of ADVANCE – NSF grant), 2012 – 2015

12. Member of ADVANCE (part of NSF grant), 2012-2015.

13. Member of Chair’s Handbook Composition Committee, 2012-2013.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

1. Judge in Math/Computer Science Judge for 49th Annual West Panhandle Regional Science and

Engineering Fair, February, 2004.

2. Lead judge in Math/Computer Science Judge for 50th Annual West Panhandle Regional Science and

Engineering Fair, February, 2005.

3. Served for Tsunami fund raising event, January, 2005.

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICE

1. Guided student in creating database for Gulf Coast Kids Club, Fall 2005.

2. Developed Alumni database for Department of Computer Science, UWF, (Fall 2006-Spring 2007).

3. Serving on Oracle Customer Advisory Panel, 2013 – present.

4. On Advisory Council, Florida Center for Cybersecurity (FC2), 2014-present.

5. Represent Department of Computer Science at Pensacola Chamber of Commerce, 2013-present.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

1. Attended UWF’s Mini-Conference on Best Practices for Active Learning and Student Engagement

(March, 2007).

2. CUTLA Workshop on Writing and Evaluating Student Learning Outcomes, May 16, 2007.

3. UWF 2007 Mini-Conference on Best Practices for Face-to-Face and Online Learning: Promoting

Active Learning and Student Engagement, UWF, Nov 8, 2007.

4. Completed LEAD, UWF’s Leadership Training Program, 2007-08.

5. Studio-e – Training for Online Teaching, Fall 2007-08.

6. Attended 2011 ABET Symposium, April 14-16, 2011.

7. Attended Howie-in-the-Hills, September, 2012.

8. Attended SPOL – Strategic Planning Online Workshop, Oct 2013.

9. Attended workshop on Discrimination and Harassment for Supervisors, 10/1/2013.

10. Attended STEM Retention Workshop, 2/28/2014.

11. Attended UWF’s Office of General Counsel’s, “Identity Theft: Protecting Personal Information,”

Nov, 21, 2014.

12. Attended Diversity Recruitment, Hiring and Retention, Department Chair Workshop, Jan 28th, 2015.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Member of ACM 2004-05; 2010 – 2012.

Member of UWF Charter of Upsilon Pi Epsilon, an International Honor Society for Computing and

Information Disciplines (2006 – present).

STUDENTS GUIDED

Graduate Project Advisor

Dustin Mink, 2006-2007, Datamining; Gerald Rush, Bioinformatics with BLAST, 2008-2009; Paul

Brown, AERO Project, NAS Pensacola, 2008-2009; Sandeep Ramani, Genetic Algorithm, 2007-2008;

Adam Loggins, 2008-2009; Jiri Just, 2008-2009; Brandon Youngblood, Optimizing Queries, 2009 –

2010; Mohammad Islam, Optimizing Queries, 2009-2010; Cecil Musgrove, Optimizing Queries, 2009-

2010; Duane Christi, Data Warehousing for Escambia County’s School Board System, 2009-2010;

James Teichart, 2011-2011; Robert Lyons, Cloud computing, 2012; Sweta Ghosh, 2011-2012; Anton

Parker, 2012-2013; Loi Nguyen, Database Sharding, 2012-2014; Sean Spratlin, Mining XML Data,

2011-2013; Mariko Young, Data Mining, 2011-2012; James Bouressa, RDF, 2013-2014; Robert Jamie

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White, Phishing, 2014; Mason Evans, SQL Injection, 2014; Xingang Fang, Chem-informatics, 2014-

2015; Joseph Sheehan, 2015-2016, Malware Analysis.

Thesis Committees

Carlos Perez, 2009-2010

Dissertation Committees (Chair)

Evorell Fridge, 2011-2014

Computer Science Department Honors Project Advisor

Tabatha DeJesus, Fall 2013

Directed Studies and Undergraduate Research

Damien Walker, Developing JAVA based Parser Software, 2005; Utkarsh Shah, Optimizing Queries,

Summer 2008; Nicholas Fox, Optimizing Queries, Summer 2008; Clark Mitchell, Malware Analysis -

Datamining, Summer 2015; Renan Lordello, SQL Injection Attacks, Summer 2015.

External Dissertation Committee:

Angie Cox, 2015, Trident University.

PostDocs:

Xingang Fang (2015-present)

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Curriculum Vitae

Name:

John W. Coffey

Professor, Department of Computer Science

Office Address:

Computer Science Department

The University of West Florida

Building 4, Room 434

Pensacola, FL, 32514

Telephone Number: 850-474-3183

E-mail Address: [email protected]

Web Site http://www.uwf.edu/~jcoffey

Educational Background: The University of West Florida.

Ed.D. Curriculum and Instruction,

Computer Science Option,

August, 2000.

M.S. Computer Science/Software Engineering,

April, 1992.

B.S. Systems Science,

December, 1989.

The College of William and Mary.

B.S. Psychology, June, 1971.

Employment History at the University of West Florida

The Department of Computer Science o Professor (2010 - present)

o Associate Professor (2005 - 2009)

o Assistant Professor (2001 - 2004)

o Lecturer (1992-2000)

Teaching Assignments

1. Programming Languages - a core course in the CS option. A survey of procedural, object-

oriented, functional and logic-based programming languages. Chomsky hierarchy of formal

languages, stack and heap memory management issues, parameter passing modes, etc.

2. Advanced Programming Languages - a 6000-level graduate course. Topics include

program translation, intermediate representations and code generation, code optimization,

concurrency issues for programming language design, and abstract grammars, translational,

operational, denotational and axiomatic semantics.

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3. Science of Computing - an introductory core course for CIS and CS options. Developed

the original CCR for the course and the original instructional materials in conjunction with

the Instructional Media Center.

4. Data Structures - core course for CIS and CS options and for two of the five IIT options.

Basic data structures including arrays, vectors, linked lists, trees, graphs, searching and

sorting algorithms, hashing and heaps. Significant emphasis is placed on programming.

5. Java Programming - prerequisite course for CIS, CS, and IIT options. Basic programming

in Java. Utilizes an "objects early" approach.

6. Introduction to CIS - a required course for CIS, CS, and IIT options and for ECE

students. An intermediate course in C++ programming.

7. Exploring the Internet - an online course that utilizes the Internet to teach about usingthe

Internet. Over a 2 year period, administered delivery of the course to 1800 students.

8. UNIX and C - an upper level elective that required C programming, basic UNIX opearting

system use, scripting and system calls.

9. Pascal Programming - a beginning course in the Pascal programming language.

Previously a required prerequisite for the CIS and CS options.

10. Software Engineering - a core course in the CIS and CS options. This course focuses on

issues pertaining to the analysis, design and implementation of large software systems

requiring co-ordination among team members.

11. Web-Enabled Applications. An upper-level elective in XML, Document Object Models,

Ajax, client versus server-side scripting. Additional topics include CSS, XSLT, SAX

parsing, and php.

12. Intermediate Programming - a required course for CS, CIS and other majors. A

continuation of Introduction to Java featuring ArrayLists and arrays, Interfaces, file I/O,

exceptions.

13. Service Oriented Architecture Seminar: A seminar in Web services and SOA. The

course dealt with topics including BPEL, Ajax/Dojo, Database, service interoperability,

service semantics and others.

14. Advanced Computer Programming - An advanced Java programming course for the CIS

option: Data Structures, Threads, Generics, XML, Client-Server.

15. Data Structures and Algorithms II – for Computer Science, CS option majors. Includes

height-balanced trees, recurrences, counting principles, heaps and priority queues, greedy

algorithms, probabilistic algorithms, and dynamic programming.

16. Distributed Software Architecture II – Web applications including client and server-side

processing, XML, XSLT, XML Schema, Document Object Model, Javascript, php, AJAX,

MySQL, SOAP, WSDL, BPEL and service-oriented architecture.

17. Network-Centric Software Applications – offered concurrently with Distributed

Software Architecture II.

18. C++ Programming: an introductory course in C++ taken by a variety of majors.

19. Graduate Project: Capstone project for CS/SE Master's students

20. Undergraduate Capstone Project – capstone experience for CS/CIS/SE/IT

21. CS and SE Seminar – graduate research class

22. CS Foundations: Algorithms and Data Structures - A fast-paced course introducing

foundational knowledge in computer science for graduate students.

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The Institute for Human and Machine Cognition

Major projects: NUCES Project. Researcher, Programmer and Knowledge Engineer. Created

knowledge bases, designed and programmed (25,000 loc in C) a Multimedia

graphical interface for a large scale expert system. Created Multimedia Model

Editor and Model Player, the precursor to CMapTools. Database supervisor.

Project Quorum - Programmer on large scale joint project with IBM Latin

America. Automated file transfer between OS-2 machines by writing Rexx and C

programs to UUencode and upload the files to mainframes, send files across SNA

networks, UUdecode and download files on the other end.

Knowledge Preservation at NASA Lewis Research Center - Elicited

knowledge regarding Launch Vehicle System Integration from senior NASA

engineers and represented that knowledge in multimedia knowledge models.

Demonstrated three different arrangements of the knowledge to target various

audiences and uses.

Multimedia Knowledge-Based Systems - Name withheld at request of

sponsoring agency. Demonstrated knowledge modeling of experts in a knowledge

domain using CMapTools. Worked in Washington D.C.

Models & Prototypes for Improving the Effectiveness of Distance Learning

& Computer-Mediated Learning. Chief of Naval Aviation and Training

(CNET).

Phase 1 - Researcher, Knowledge Engineer. Created a demonstration

performance support system for electronics technicians.

Phase 2 - Researcher, Designer, Programmer. Created a pedagogical adjunct

to ìCMapTools.î Extended this large object-oriented computer program in

JavaTM.

Navy Meteorological and Oceanographic Facility - METOC. Assisted in

performing Cognitive Work Analysis of the installation, and in the creation of

new ways to represent meteorological data.

Consultancy Work:

NASA Glenn Research Center, Cleveland, OH.

Electric Power Research Institute

Dolan DNA Learning Center, Cold Spring Harbor, NY

The University of North Florida, Florida Institute of Education, Jacksonville, FL

Boeing, Houston, TX

The United States Navy, Dahlgren, VA.

Southern Company, Birmingham, AL.

Gulf Power, Pensacola, FL.

Commander's Predictive Environment, US Navy

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Research/Creative Activities

Refereed Journal Publications

Coffey, J.W. (2017). No Warranty Express or Implied: Why do We Have so many Problems

with the Computer Systems that Pervade our Lives? Journal of Systemics, Cybernetics and

Informatics, ISSN: 1690-4524 (to appear).

Coffey, J.W. (2017). A Framework for a Multi-Faceted, Educational, Knowledge-Based

Recommender System. Journal of Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics, ISSN: 1690-4524

(to appear).

Coffey, J.W., Baskin, A., Reichherzer, T., and Wilde, N. (2016). A Semi-automated Approach to

the Recovery of SOA System Structures from Low-Level Artifacts, International Journal of

Software Engineering and Knowledge Engineering, 26(1), pp 41–62.

Coffey, J. W., and Owsnicki-Klewe, B. (2016). Introducing a Reflective Activity into the Design

Process of an Advanced Computer Programming Course. Journal of Computing Sciences in

Colleges, 31(5). pp. 29-37.

Coffey, J. W. (2015). Concept Mapping and Knowledge Modeling: A Multi-disciplinary,

Educational, Informational, and Communication Technology. Journal of Systemics,

Cybernetics and Informatics, 13(6), pp. 122-128. ISSN: 1690-4524.

Coffey, J. W. (2015). Relationship between design and programming skills in an Advanced

Computer Programming Class. Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges, 30(5). pp. 39-45.

Snider, D., Coffey, J.W., Reichherzer, T., Wilde, N., Terry, C., Vandeville, J., Heinen, A., and

Pramanik, S. (2014). Using Concept Maps to Introduce Software Security Assurance Cases,

CrossTalk: The Journal of Defense Software Engineering, 27(5), pp. 4-9.

Frame, S., and Coffey, J.W. (2014). A Comparison of Functional and Imperative Programming

Techniques for Mathematical Software Development, Journal of Systemics, Cybernetics and

Informatics, 12(2), pp. 49-53. ISSN: 1690-4524.

Coffey, J.W. (2014). A Method to Evaluate Differences between Student UML Class Diagrams.

The Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges. 29(5). pp. 68-74.

Coffey, J.W. (2013). Perspectives Regarding Computer Science Curriculum Delivery through

Distance Education at Regional Universities. International Journal of Technology,

Knowledge and Society, 8(4). pp.73-82.

Goehring, G., Reichherzer, T., El-Sheikh, E., Snider, D., Wilde, N., Bagui, S., Coffey, J., &

White, L. (2013). A Knowledge-Based System Approach for Extracting Abstractions from

Service Oriented Architecture Artifacts. International Journal of Advanced Research in

Artificial Intelligence, 2(3), pp. 44-52.

Coffey, J.W. (2012). Outcomes in a Technically-oriented Course in Web Services and SOA.

Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges 27(5) pp. 101 – 107.

Mintzes, J.J., Canas, A.J., Coffey J.W., Gorman, J., Gurley, L., Hoffman, R.R., McGuire, S.Y.,

Miller, N., Moon, B., Trifone, J., and Wandersee, J.H. (2011). Comment on “Retrieval Practice

Produces More Learning than Elaborative Studying with Concept Mapping” Science

Magazine. 334(6055). p. 453.

White, L. J., Reichherzer, T., Coffey, J., Wilde, N. and Simmons, S. (2011). Maintenance of

service oriented architecture composite applications: static and dynamic support. Journal of

Software Maintenance and Evolution: Research and Practice. doi: 10.1002/smr.568

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Prayaga, L., Coffey, J.W., and Rasmussen, K. (2010). Teaching game programming across age

groups. International Journal of Gaming and Computer-Mediated Simulations. 3(1). pp. 28-43.

Coffey, J.W. (2010). Web Conferencing Software in University-Level, E-Learning-Based,

Technical Courses. Journal of Educational Technology Systems. 38(3). pp. 367-381.

Coffey, J. W., (2008). Digital Natives, Online Learning, and the Production of Capable

Computer Science Graduates: The Case for Virtual Synchronous Learning Activities, The

International Journal of Technology, Knowledge, and Society, 4(4) pp. 59-64.

Prayaga, L and Coffey, J.W. (2008). Game Development and Higher Order Thinking Skills.

Journal of Educational Technology. 5(3). pp. 40-48.

Coffey, J.W. (2008). MODELER: A virtual constructivist learning environment and

methodology for object-oriented design. Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science

Teaching. 27(2). pp. 129-147.

Coffey, J.W. & Eskridge, T. (2008). Case Studies of Knowledge Modeling for Knowledge

Preservation and Sharing in the U.S. Nuclear Power Industry. Journal of Information and

Knowledge Management. 7(3). pp. 173-185.

El-Sheikh, E. M., Coffey, J.W., & White, L. J. (2008). Exploring Technologies, Materials, and

Methods for an Online Foundational Programming Course. Informatics in Education Journal.

7(2). pp. 259-276.

Coffey, J.W. (2007). A meta-cognitive tool for courseware development, maintenance, and

reuse. Computers and Education. 48, pp. 548-566.

Coffey, J.W., Hoffman, R.R., & Cañas, A.J. (2006). Concept Map-based Knowledge Modeling:

Perspectives from Information and Knowledge Visualization. Information Visualization, 5.

pp. 192-201.

Hoffman, R.R., Coffey, J.W., Ford, K.M., & Novak, J.D. (2006). A method for eliciting,

preserving, and sharing the knowledge of forecasters. Weather and Forecasting. 21(3). pp. 416-

428.

Coffey, J.W. (2004). Facilitating Idea Generation and Decision-Making with Concept Maps.

Journal of Information and Knowledge Management. 3(2) pp. 1-14.

Coffey, J.W. & Cañas, A.J. (2003). LEO: A Learning Environment Organizer to support computer

mediated Instruction. Journal of Educational Technology Systems. 31(3). pp. 275-290.

Coffey, J.W., Cañas, A.J., Reichherzer T., Hill G., Suri N., Carff R, Mitrovich T, & Eberle D.

(2003). Knowledge Modeling and the Creation of El-Tech: A Performance Support and

Training System for Electronic Technicians. Expert Systems with Applications. 25(4) pp. 483-

492.

Coffey, J.W. & Hoffman, R.R. (2003). Knowledge modeling for the preservation of institutional

memory, Journal of Knowledge Management, 7(3). pp. 38-49.

Cañas, A.J., Ford, K.M., Coffey, Reichherzer, T., Suri, N., Carff, R., Shamma, D., Hill, G.,

Breedy,M. (2000). Herramientas para Construir y Compartir Modelos de Conocimiento

Basados en Mapas Conceptuales , Revista de Informática Educativa, 13(2), pp.145-158.

Ford, K.M., Coffey, J.W., Cañas, A.J., Turner, C.W., & Andrews, E.J. (1996). Diagnosis and

Explanation by a Nuclear Cardiology Expert System. International Journal of Expert Systems.

9(4). pp. 499-506.

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Technical Reports

Coffey, J.W., Reichherzer, T., & Wilde, N. (2012). Recovering Conceptual Models of Composite

Applications with CARET: Composite Application Reverse Engineering Tool. . S2ERC-TR-

309. Software Engineering Research Institute.

Coffey, J.W., White, L., Simmons, S., & Wilde, N. (2010). Locating Software Features in a SOA

Composite Application. S2ERC-TR-304. Software Engineering Research Institute.

Wilde, N., Coffey, J.W., Daniels, E., Simmons, S., & Pinto, A. (2010). Static Support for

Understanding SOA Descriptions: Exploring the Requirements. S2ERC-TR-303. Software

Engineering Research Institute.

ITPAC Project Prioritization Subcommittee (2009). IT Project Prioritization Proposal. Presented

to the Information Technology Planning and Advisory Committee (ITPAC), University of

West Florida, Sept 24, 2009.

Wilde, N., Coffey, J., Daniels, E., Simmons, S., & Pinto, A. (2009). The SOA Laboratory: a

Resource for Education and Research. SERC-TR-297. Software Engineering Research

Institute.

Hoffman, R.R., & Coffey, J. W. (2008). Knowledge Elicitation Workshops in Support of the

Commanders’ Predictive Environment. A Technical Report prepared for the Commander's

Predictive Environment group of the Air Force Research Laboratory, Wright-Patterson AFB,

OH.

Hoffman, R.R., & Coffey, J.W. (2007). Procedural Guide on Eliciting and Representing

Practitioner Knowledge. SCS HR Concept Mapping for Gulf Power. Pensacola, FL.

Academic Program Review. (2006). Department of Computer Science, Five Year Program

Review. Division of Academic Affairs, The University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL.

Coffey, J.W., Boling, C., Guidrey, K, Harrison, W., Howell, C., Platt, R., & Redding, C. (2005).

Report of the Open Source Software Committee to the University Planning Council for

Information Technology. The University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL.

Coffey, J.W. & Eskridge, T.C. (2004). A Knowledge Retention Pilot Study in the Nuclear Power

Industry: Activities, Achievements, and Challenges. Technical Report to the Electrical Power

Research Institute (EPRI), Palo Alto, CA.

Coffey, J.W., Carnot, M.J., Feltovich, P., Feltovich, J., Hoffman, R.R., Cañas, A.J., & Novak,

J.D. (2003). A Summary of Literature Pertaining to the Use of Concept Mapping Techniques

and Technologies for Education and Performance Support. Technical Report submitted to the

CNET, Pensacola, FL.

Hoffman, R.R., Ford, K.M., & Coffey, J.W., (2000) The Handbook for Human-Centered

Computing. Technical Report, NIMA. Washington D.C.

Hoffman, R.R., Coffey, J.W., & Ford, K.M. (2000). A Case Study in the Research Paradigm of

Human-Centered Computing: Local Expertise in Weather Forecasting. Report to the National

Technology Alliance, Arlington VA. Dec. 15, 2000.

Coffey, J.W. (1999). Institutional Memory Preservation at NASA Glenn Research Center.

Technical report, Glenn Research Center, Cleveland, OH.

Ford, K.M., Cañas, A.J., Coffey, J.W., Andrews, E.J., and Schad, N. (1992). Interpreting

Functional Images with NUCES: Nuclear Cardiology Expert System. Institute for Human

and machine Cognition, 11000 University Pkwy, Pensacola, FL 32514.

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Refereed Conference Proceedings

Coffey, J. W. (2017). A Study of the Use of a Reflective Activity to Improve Students' Software

Design Capabilities. SIGCSE '17: Proceedings of the 2017 ACM SIGCSE Technical

Symposium on Computer Science Education. pp 129-134. ISBN: 978-1-4503-4698-6.

Coffey, J. W. (2017). Ameliorating Sources of Human Error in CyberSecurity: Technological

and Human-Centered Approaches. Proceedings of IMCIC’17, Symposium on Information

and CyberSecurity. pp 85 – 88. ISBN: 978-1-941763-52-0.

Coffey, J. W. (2016). A Framework for a Multi-Faceted, Educational, Knowledge-Based

Recommender System. Proceedings of IMCIC'16, The Seventh Internatinal Conference on

Complexity, Informatics and Cybernetics. pp 14 - 17. ISBN: 978-1-941763-35-3.

Coffey, J. W. (2015). Concept Mapping and Knowledge Modeling: A Multi-Disciplinary

Educational, Informational, and Communication Technology. Post-Conference Proceedings

of Keynote talks of the 6th International Multi-Conference on Complexity, Informatics and

Cybernetics, IMCIC 2015. Elsevier.

Golden, E., and Coffey, J. W. (2015). A Tool to Automate Generation of Wireshark Dissectors

for a Proprietary Communication Protocol, Proceedings of IMCIC'15, Orlando, FL. March

10-13, 2015, pp. 53-56. ISBN-978-1-941763-15-5.

Reichherzer, T., Coffey, J. W., Gonen, B., and Gillett, I. (2015). Knowledge Modelling in the

Health Care Domain to Support Software Development & Maintenance. Proceedings of

ModelsWard 2015. The Third International Conference on Model-Driven Engineering and

Software Development. ESEO, Angers, Loire Valley, France. February 9-11, 2015.

Coffey, J.W., Snider, D., Reichherzer, T., and Wilde, N. (2014). Concept Mapping for the

Efficient Generation and Communication of Security Assurance Cases. Proceedings of

IMCIC'14, Orlando, FL. March 4-7, 2014, pp. 173-177. ISBN-978-1-936338-97-9

Coffey, J.W. (2013). Integrating theoretical and empirical computer science in a data structures

course. Proceedings of SIGCSE '13, the 44th ACM technical symposium on Computer

Science Education. pp. 23 - 27. ISBN: 978-1-4503-2030-6

Satterfield, S., Reichherzer, T., Coffey, J.W., & El-Sheikh, E. (2012). Application of Structural

Case-based Reasoning to Activity Recognition in Smart Home Environments. Proceedings of

ICMLA'12, The 11th International Conference on Machine Learning and Applications. Boca

Raton, FL. Dec 12-15.

Coffey, J.W., Reichherzer, T., Owsnick-Klewe, B., & Wilde, N. (2012). Automated Concept

Map Generation from Service-Oriented Architecture Artifacts, Proceedings of CMC 2012,

Fifth International Conference on Concept Mapping, Malta, Sept. 17-20, 2012.

Wilde, N., Coffey, J.W., Reichherzer, T., White, L. (2012). Open SOALab: Case Study Artifacts

for SOA Research and Education, Principles of Engineering Service-Oriented Systems,

PESOS 2012, Zurich, Switzerland, pp. 59-60, June 4, 2012, doi:

10.1109/PESOS.2012.6225941

Frame, S. & Coffey, J.W. (2012). A Comparison of Functional and Imperative Programming

Techniques for Mathematical Software Development. Proceedings of MEI'12, Orlando, FL.

July 15-18.

Wilde, N., Coffey, J.W., Reichherzer, T., & White, L. Open SOALab: Case Study Artifacts for

SOA Research and Education, to appear, 4th International Workshop on Principles of

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Engineering Service-Oriented Systems, PESOS 2012, Zurich, Switzerland -- June 4, 2012.

Reichherzer, T., El-Sheikh, E., Wilde, N., White, L., Coffey, J., Simmons, S. (2011). Towards

intelligent search support for web services evolution: Identifying the right abstractions, 2011

13th IEEE International Symposium on Web Systems Evolution (WSE), pp.53-58, 30 Sept.

2011, doi 10.1109/WSE.2011.6081819.

White, L. & Coffey, J.W. (2011). The Design and Implementation of an Innovative Online

Program for a Master of Science degree in Computer Science - Software Engineering

Specialization. In Proceedings of CSEET-2011, the 24th IEEE-CS conference on Software

Engineering Education and Training, Honolulu, HA, May 22-24, 2011.

Coffey, J.W., Wilde, N., Simmons, S., Pinto, A., & Daniels, E. (2010). Creating a Technically-

oriented Course in Web Services and SOA: Successes, Failures, and Lessons Learned.

Proceedings of FECS'10 - The 2010 International Conference on Frontiers in Education:

Computer Science and Computer Engineering July, 2010, Las Vegas, NV. pp. 150-155.

Coffey, J.W., White, L., Wilde, N., and Simmons, S. (2010). Locating Software Features in a

SOA Composite Applications, Proceedings The 8th IEEE European Conference on Web

Services(ECOWS-2010), December 1-3, 2010. Ayia Napa, Cyprus.

Wilde, N., White, L., Coffey, J.W., Reichherzer, T., Dault, J., Gil Restrepo, J., Leal, D.,

Simmons, S.(2010) "Prototype Tools for Understanding SOA: Static and Dynamic

Approaches" Proceedings 22nd International Conference on Software & Systems

Engineering and their Applications (ICSSEA-2010), Paris, December 7-9, 2010.

Wilde, N., Coffey, J.W., Simmons, S., Pinto, A., & Daniels, E. (2010) "Supporting Information

Systems Education with an Open SOA Laboratory", Proceedings IADIS International

Conference Information Systems, ISBN: 978-972-8939-09-0, March 2010, Porto Portugal,

pp. 503-506.

Just, J., & Coffey, J.W. (2009). A Survey and Assessment of Attack Strategies on the RSA

Public-Key Cryptosystem. Proceedings of RMCI 2009, The 6th International Symposium on

Risk Management and Cyber-Informatics. July 10 – 13, Orlando, FL.

Coffey, J.W. (2008). Impediments to Knowledge Communication by Senior Professionals: A

Case Study. Proceedings of the Third International Conference on Knowledge Generation,

Communication and Management, KGCM 2008. June 29 - July 2, Orlando, FL.

El-Sheikh, E. M., Coffey, J.W., & White, L. J. (2008). Exploring the Use of Virtual Synchronous

Sessions in an Online Foundational Programming Course. Proceedings of the 2008

International Conference on Frontiers in Education: Computer Science and Computer

Engineering. July 17-19, 2008. Las Vegas, NV. pp.

Moon, B.M., Hoffman, R.R., Shattuck, L.G., Coffey, J.W., Goodman, P., Linn, R., Lang, J., &

Sullivan, M. (2008). Rapid and accurate idea transfer: Evaluating concept maps against other

formats for the transfer of complex information. Proceedings of CMC 2008, the Third

International Conference on Concept Mapping, Tallinn, Estonia & Helsinki, Finland, Sept.

22-25, 2008. pp 571-578.

Coffey, J.W., (2008). A Case study in Organizing and Presenting a Course with Concept Maps

and Knowledge Models. Proceedings of CMC 2008, the Third International Conference on

Concept Mapping, Tallinn, Estonia & Helsinki, Finland, Sept. 22-25, 2008. pp 1-8.

Coffey, J.W. (2008). Digital Natives, Online Learning, and the Production of Capable Computer

Science Graduates: The Case for Virtual Synchronous Learning Activities. The 4th

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International Conference on Technology, Knowledge and Society. Northeastern University,

Boston, MA. January 18-21, 2008.

Coffey, J.W. (2007). A Study of the Use of Concept Maps and Knowledge Models to Organize

and Communicate a Complex Technical Knowledge Domain. Proceedings of EARLI2007,

The 12th Biennial Meeting of the European Association for Research on Learning and

Instruction. Budapest, Hungary, August 23-27, 2007.

El-Sheikh, E. White, L.J., & Coffey, J.W. (2007). Reflections in Uncharted Waters: Teaching

Foundational Programming Online. Proceedings of EISTA 2007, The Fifth International

Conference on Education and Information Systems, Technologies and Applications. Orlando,

FL July 12-15, 2007.

Coffey, J.W. (2007). Barriers to Open-Source Software Migration: A Case Study from Higher

Education. Proceedings of the 11th World MultiConference on Systemics, Cybernetics and

Informatics. (SCI2007), July 11-13, 2005, Orlando, FL. pp 155-158.

Coffey, J.W. (2006). In the Heat of the Moment . . . Strategies, Tactics, and Lessons Learned

regarding Interactive Knowledge Modeling with Concept Maps. Proceedings of the Second

International Conference on Concept Mapping, (CMC2006), Sept 14-17, 2004, San Jose,

Costa Rica. pp. 263-271.

Keller, T., Tergan, S.-O., & Coffey, J.W. (2006). Concept Maps used as a "Knowledge and

Information Awareness" tool for supporting collaborative problem solving in distributed

groups. Proceedings of the Second International Conference on Concept Mapping,

(CMC2006), Sept 14-17, 2004, San Jose, Costa Rica. pp. 128 - 135.

Coffey, J.W. (2006). Getting the Big Picture: Visual Advance Organizers in Computer Science

Course Presentation, Proceedings of Ed-Media 2006, World Conference on Educational

Multimedia, Hypermedia, and Telecommunications, June 26-30, Orlando.

Zimmerman, T. & Coffey, J.W. (2006). Altering Genetic Algorithm Parameters for the Traveling

Salesman Problem: An Empirical Study. Undergraduate Student Workshop, GECCO 2006,

The 15th ACM International Conference on Genetic Algorithms, July 8-12, Seattle,

Washington.

Coffey, J.W. (2005). On the Use of Visual Models of Knowledge and Information in a Technical

Course. Proceedings of EARLI2005, The 11th Biennial Meeting of the European Association

for Research on Learning and Instruction. Nicosia, Cyprus, August 23-27, 2005.

Coffey, J.W., & Eskridge, T. (2005). Knowledge Acquisition and Modeling in a Technical

Knowledge Domain. Proceedings of the 9th World MultiConference on Systemics,

Cybernetics and Informatics. (SCI2005), July 11-13, 2005, Orlando, FL.

Coffey, J.W., Eskridge, T.C., & Sanchez, D.P., (2004). A Case Study in Knowledge Elicitation

for Institutional Memory Preservation using Concept Maps. Proceedings of the First

International Conference on Concept Mapping, (CMC2004), Sept 14-17, 2004, Pamplona,

Spain.

Hoffman, R. R., & Coffey, J.W. (2004). Human Centered Computing: Human factors design

principles manifested in a study of weather forecasters. In Proceedings of the 48th Annual

Meeting of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society. New Orleans, Louisiana, September

20-24, 2004, Santa Monica, CA: Human Factors and Ergonomics Society.

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Coffey, J.W. (2004). Concept Map-based Knowledge Modeling. Proceedings of the 8th World

MultiConference on Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics. (SCI2004),pp. 361-365. July 18-

21, 2004, Orlando, FL.

Coffey, J.W., & Koonce, R. (2004). MODeLeR: Multimedia Object Design Learning Resource.

Proceedings of SIGCSE'04, The ACM Special Interest Group on Computer Science Education.

March 3-7, 2004, Norfolk, VA.

Coffey, J.W., & Carnot, M.J. (2003). Graphical depictions for knowledge generation and sharing.

Proceedings of IKS2003, IASTED International Conference on Information and Knowledge

Sharing. Scottsdale, AZ, Nov 17-19.

Coffey, J.W., Cañas, A.J., Novak, J.D., Hoffman, R.R., Carnot, M.J., & Jost. A. (2003).

Facilitating the Creation of Graphical Knowledge Representations for Brainstorming and

Decision Support. Proceedings of the 7th World MultiConference on Systemics, Cybernetics

and Informatics. (SCI2003), July 27-30, 2003, Orlando, FL.

Coffey, J.W., Canas, A.J., (2003). An Internet-based Meta-cognitive Tool for Courseware

Development. Proceedings of E-Learn 2003, World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate,

Government, Healthcare and Higher Education. Phoenix, Arizona, USA. Nov. 7-11, 2003.

Coffey, J.W., & Webb, M. (2002). AMEE: Annotated, Multi-modal Electronic Evaluation for

Dynamic Student Modeling. Proceedings of E-Learn 2002, World Conference on E-Learning

in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education, Montreal, Canada October 19-

23, 2002.

Coffey, J.W., Hoffman, R.R., Cañas, A.J., & Ford, K.M. (2002). A Concept Map-Based

Knowledge Modeling Approach to Expert Knowledge Sharing. Proceedings of IKS2002,

IASTED International Conference on Information and Knowledge Sharing. St. Johns, Virgin

Islands, Nov 6-8, 2002.

Hoffman, R. R., Coffey, J. W., Carnot, M. J., Novak, J. D. (2002). An Empirical Comparison of

Methods for Eliciting and Modeling Expert Knowledge. Proceedings of the Human Factors and

Ergonomics Society Annual Meeting, 09/2002; 46(3). pp. 482-486. DOI:

10.1177/154193120204600356

Hoffman, R.R., Coffey, J.W., Hayes. P.J., Cañas, A.J., Ford, K.M., & Carnot, M.J. (2002). One

small step for a diagram, one giant leap for meaning. Diagrammatic Representation and

Inference. Second International Conference, Diagrams, 2002, Callaway Gardens, GA, USA,

April 18-20, 2002 Springer Verlag.

Coffey, J.W. (2002). A knowledge-based instructional assistant to accompany LEO: A learning

environment organizer. Proceedings of the Fifteenth Florida AI Research Symposium

(FLAIRS '02), Pensacola Beach, FL.

Coffey, J.W. (2002). An Ontology-Guided Approach to Content Adaptation in LEO: A learning

environment organizer. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol. 2347: De Bra, P.;

Brusilovsky, P.; Conejo, R., (Eds.), Springer-Verlag.

Hoffman, R.R., Coffey, J.W., Ford, K.M., & Carnot, M.J. (2001). STORM-LK: A human-centered

knowledge model for weather forecasting. Proceedings of the 45th Annual Meeting of the

Human Factors and Ergonomics Society. October 8-12, 2001, Minneapolis, MN.

Coffey, J.W., & Cañas, A. J. (2001). Tools to foster course and content reuse in online

instructional systems. Proceedings of WebNet 2001: World Conference on the WWW and

Internet. Oct 23-27, 2001. Orlando, FL.

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Coffey, J.W., & Cañas, A. J. (2001). An Advance Organizer Approach to Distance Learning

Course Presentation. Proceedings of the Nineteenth International Conference on Technology

and Education. May 2 - 5, 2001. Tallahassee, FL.

Hewett R. & Coffey, J.W. (2000). XProM: A Collaborative Knowledge-based Project

Management Tool. Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence vol. 1821. Loganantharaj, R., Palm,

G., & Ali, M., (Eds.) Springer-Verlag.

Coffey, J.W. & Cañas, A.J. (2000). A Learning Environment Organizer for Asynchronous

Distance Learning Systems. Proceedings of the Twelth IASTED International Conference on

Parallel and Distributed Computing and Systems (PDCS 2000). November 6-9, 2000. Las

Vegas, Nevada.

Cañas, A. J., Ford, K.M., Coffey, J.W., Reichherzer, T., Suri, N., Carff, R., Shamma, D., Hill, G.,

Hollinger, M., Mitrovich, T. (1999). Herramientas para Construir y Compartir Modelos de

Conocimiento, Memoria de WISE ´99 Workshop Internacional sobre Educação Virtual,

Fortaleza, Brasil (November), pp. 383-392.

Cañas, A.J., Coffey, J.W., Reichherzer, T., Hill, G., Suri, N., Carff, R., Mitrovich, T., & Eberle, D.

(1998). El-Tech: A Performance Support System with Embedded Training for Electronics

Technicians. Proceedings of the Eleventh Florida AI Research Symposium (FLAIRS '98),

Sanibel Island, FL.

Cañas, A. J., Ford, K. M., Hayes, P. H., Reichherzer, T., Suri, N., Coffey, J. W. Carff, R., G. Hill,

G., (1997), Colaboracion en la Construccion de Conocimiento Mediante Mapas Conceptuales,

Invited Plenary Talk, VIII Congreso Internacional sobre Tecnología y Educación a Distancia,

San José, Costa Rica. Available in the Proceedings of the Conference, pp. XXV- XLII.

Coffey, J.W. (1995). Issues in Hypermedia and Participatory Explanation. Proceedings of the

Eighth Florida AI Research Symposium (FLAIRS '95), Melbourne, FL, 1995.

Cañas, A.J., Brennan, J., Hill, G., Coffey, J.W., Carff, R., & Suri, N. (1995) Quorum: A

Collaborative Network for Latin American Schools. Proceedings of the Twelfth International

Conference on Technology and Education. Orlando FL.

Coffey, J.W. (1994). A Computationally Efficient Rule Evaluation Method from Compiled

Knowledge Bases. Proceedings of the Seventh Florida AI Research Symposium (FLAIRS '94),

Pensacola Beach, FL, May, 1994.

Ford, K.M., Cañas, A.J., & Coffey, J.W. (1993). Participatory Explanation. Proceedings of the

Sixth Florida AI Research Symposium (FLAIRS '93), Ft. Lauderdale, FL, April, 1993.

Ford, K.M., Cañas, A.J., Coffey, J.W., Andrews, E.J., & Schad, N. (1991). Interpreting Functional

Images with NUCES: Nuclear Cardiology Expert System. Proceedings of the Fifth Florida AI

Research Symposium (FLAIRS '92), Ft. Lauderdale, FL, April, 1992.

Ford, K.M., Cañas, A.J., Coffey J.W., & Andrews, E.J. (1991). NUCES: Nuclear Cardiology

Expert System: A Preliminary Report. Fourth International Conference on Industrial &

Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence and Expert Systems, Kauai, Hawaii.

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Invited Book Chapters

Reichherzer, T., Coffey, J. W., Gonen, B., Gillett, I. (2015). Knowledge Modeling in the Health

Care Domain: Capturing Semantics to Bridge the Gap between Complex Data Models and

Object Models, In Desfray, P., Filipe, J., Hammoudi, S., Pires, L. F. (Eds), Model-Driven

Engineering and Software Development. Springer Verlag, pp. 328-338.

Moon, B., Hoffman, R.R., Eskridge, T., & Coffey, J.W. (2011). Skills in Applied Concept

mapping. In Moon, B., Hoffman, R.R., and Canas, A.J. (Eds.), Applied Concept mapping:

Capturing, Analyzing, and Organizing Knowledge. Florence, KY: Taylor and Francis Group.

pp 23-46

Coffey, J.W., Hoffman, R. R., & Novak, J. D. (2010). Applications of Concept Maps to Web

design and Web Work. In R. W. Proctor & K.-P. L. Vu (Eds.), Handbook of Human Factors

in Web Design, 2nd Edition. Mahwah, NJ: Erlbaum.

Coffey, J.W. (2004). LEO: A Concept Map-Based Course Visualization Tool for Instructors and

Students. Lecture Notes in Computer Science (LNCS 3426), Olaf-Tergan, S. and Keller, T.

(Eds.), Berlin: Springer Verlag.

Hoffman, R. R., Coffey, J.W., Novak, J. D., & Cañas, A. J. (2005). Applications of Concept

Maps to Web design and Web Work. In R. W. Proctor & K.-P. L. Vu (Eds.), Handbook of

Human Factors in Web Design (pp. 157-175). Mahwah, NJ: Erlbaum.

Refereed Book Chapters

Coffey, J. W. Logic and Proof in Computer Science: Categories and Limits of Proof Techniques.

Philosophic Perceptions of Logic and Order. J. Horne (ed). IGI Global: Hershey, PA. 2017.

Coffey, J. W., Baskin, A. and Snider, D. (2016) Knowledge Elicitation and Conceptual Modeling

to Foster Security and Trust in SOA System Evolution. In El-Sheikh, E., Zimmerman, A.,

and Jain, L. (Eds), Emerging Trends in the Evolution of Service-Oriented and Enterprise

Architectures. Springer. (to appear)

Baskin, A., Reinke, R., and Coffey, J. W. The Fractal Nature of SOA Federations: A Real World

Example . In El-Sheikh, E., Zimmerman, A., and Jain, L. (Eds), Emerging Trends in the

Evolution of Service-Oriented and Enterprise Architectures. Springer. (to appear).

Coffey, J.W. (2006). Integrating Visual Representations of Knowledge with Learning

Management Systems: Design Principles for Advanced Computer-Based Distance Learning

Support. In Mendes, M., & Vilar, F. (Eds.), Advances in Computer-Supported Learning.

Hershey, PA: Idea Group Publishing. pp. 21-44.

Wilde, N., Bagui, S., Coffey, J., El-Sheikh, E., Reichherzer, T., White, L., Goehring, G., Terry,

C., & Baskin, A. (2013). Interoperable Systems and Software Evolution: Issues and

Approaches, Digital Enterprise Design and Management 2013, Advances in Intelligent

Systems and Computing, Springer-Verlag, Berlin, Heidelberg, pp. 45-56.

Posters

Just, J., & Coffey, J. W. (2008) A Study of Possible Attack Strategies on the RSA Public-Key

Cryptosystem. SEASTARS 2008. School of Science and Engineering, University of West

Florida, Penascola, FL April 14, 2008.

Coffey, J.W. (2005). A Poster presented at FLAIRS'05, The Eighteenth Florida AI Research

Symposium (FLAIRS '05), Clearwater Beach, Florida, May 15-17, 2005.

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Hoffman, R.R., Coffey, J.W., & Carnot, M.J. (2000 Nov). Is there a "fast track" into the black

box?: The cognitive models procedure. Poster presented at the 41st annual meeting of the

Psychometrics Society, New Orleans, LA.

Hoffman, R. R., Coffey, J.W., & Carnot, M. J. (2001, February). "The Cognitive Styles of Expert

Weather Forecasters." Paper presented in the symposium on Human Factors Psychology at

the annual meeting of the South Eastern Psychological Association, Atlanta, GA.

Hoffman, R. R., & Coffey, J. W. (2000). "The cognitive styles of expert weather forecasters."

Poster presented at the convention of the American Psychological Society, Miami, FL.

Cañas, A.J., Ford, K.M., & Coffey, J.W. (1994). Concept Maps as a Hypermedia Navigational

Tool. A session presented at FLAIRS-94, the Florida AI Research Symposium, Pensacola

Beach, FL, May 6, 1994.

Presentations

Coffey, J.W. No Warranty Express or Implied: Why do We Have so many Problems with the

Computer Systems that Pervade our Lives. A Keynote talk presented at IMCIC’17, The 8th

International Multi-Conference on Complexity, Informatics and Systemics. March 24-27,

2017, Orlando, FL.

Coffey, J. W. Ameliorating Sources of Human Error in CyberSecurity: Technological and

Human-Centered Approaches. A talk presented at IMCIC’17, Symposium on Information

and CyberSecurity.

Coffey, J. W. A Study of the Use of a Reflective Activity to Improve Students' Software Design

Capabilities. SIGCSE '17: A talk presented at the 2017 ACM SIGCSE Technical Symposium

on Computer Science Education.

Coffey, J. W. (2016). A Framework for a Multi-Faceted, Educational, Knowledge-Based

Recommender System. A presentation delivered at the Seventh International Conference on

Complexity, Informatics and Cybernetics.

Coffey, J. W. (2015). Concept Mapping and Knowledge Modeling: A Multi-Disciplinary

Educational, Informational, and Communication Technology. A Keynote talk at the 6th

International Multi-Conference on Complexity, Informatics and Cybernetics, IMCIC 2015,

Orlando, FL. March 10-13, 2015.

Coffey, J. W. (2015). A Tool to Automate Generation of Wireshark Dissectors for a Proprietary

Communication Protocol. A talk presented at IMCIC'15, Orlando, FL. March 10, 2015.

Coffey, J. W. (2015). Relationship between design and programming skills in an advanced

computer programming class. A talk presented at CCSC Mid-South, Hendrix College.

Coffey, J.W. (2014). Concept Mapping for the Efficient Generation and Communication of

Security Assurance Cases. IMCIC'14, Orlando, FL. March 4-7, 2014.

Coffey, J.W. (2014). A Method to Evaluate Differences between Student UML Class Diagrams.

CCSC MidSouth, March 5 2014, LeMoyne-Owen College, Memphis, TN.

Coffey, J.W. (2013). Integrating theoretical and empirical computer science in a data structures

course. The 44th ACM technical symposium on Computer Science Education. Denver, CO.

March 7, 2013.

Coffey, J.W. (2012). A Comparison of Functional and Imperative Programming Techniques for

Mathematical Software Development. A Presentation at MEI'12, Orlando, FL. July 16, 2012.

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Coffey, J.W. (2011). Search-Based Support for Web Services Evolution: Identifying the Right

Abstractions. A Presentation at WSE 2011, 13th IEEE International Symposium on Web

Systems Evolution, Williamsburg, VA. Sept 30, 2011.

Coffey, J.W. (2011). Knowledge Modeling with CmapTools. Science Café. Pensacola, Fl July

18, 2011.

Coffey, J.W. (2010). Creating a Technically-Oriented Course in Web Services and SOA:

Successes, Failures, and Lessons Learned. Presented at FECS'10. July, 2010, Las Vegas, NV.

Just, J., & Coffey, J. W. (2008) A Study of Possible Attack Strategies on the

RSA Public-Key Cryptosystem. SEASTARS 2008. School of Science and Engineering,

University of West Florida, Penascola, FL., April 14, 2008.

Coffey, J. W. (2007). Knowledge Modeling for Decision Support in a Medical Application.

Cogon Systems, December 11, 2007.

Coffey, J. W. (2007). First Experiences with Elluminate. Presented at The Elluminate, Users

Conference, The University of West Florida.

Coffey, J.W. (2007). CmapTools: A Concept Map-based, Knowledge Modeling Toolkit. Digital

and Learning Technology Programs, John C. Pace Library, University of West Florida.

4/6/2007.

Coffey, J.W. (2007). Knowledge Modeling with CmapTools: Technologies and Methods

Presentation to the Director, Review and Assessment Program, NASA Safety and Assurance

Office, NASA Headquarters, Washington DC August 8, 2006.

Hoffman, R.R., & Coffey, J.W. (2007). "Knowledge Modeling with Concept Maps at Gulf

Power, Preliminary Results." presentation to the General Manager for Power Delivery and

staff, Gulf Power Company, Pensacola, FL 12/11/2006.

Coffey, J.W. (2006). Getting the Big Picture: Visual Advance Organizers in Computer Science

Course Presentation, Ed-Media 2006, World Conference on Educational Multimedia,

Hypermedia, and Telecommunications, June 28, Orlando, FL.

Coffey, J.W. (2005) (Virtual Presentation) European Association of Research on Learning and

Instruction, Nicosia, Cyprus. August, 2005.

Novak, J.D., & Coffey, J.W. (2005). Educational Uses of CmapTools. Dolan DNA Learning

Center, C2G Advisory Panel Meeting, Cold Spring Harbor, New York. March 10-11, 2005.

Coffey, J.W. (2005). LEO, AMEE and CMapTools: A Next-Generation Learning Environment.

Presentation to a representative of one of the nation's Intelligence agencies. IHMC,

Pensacola, FL, December 7, 2005.

Coffey, J.W. (2004). A Case Study in Knowledge Elicitation for Institutional Memory

Preservation using Concept Mapping. Presented at the First International Conference on

Concept Mapping, CMC 2004. Pamplona, SP. September 14. 2004.

Coffey, J.W., Sanchez, D.P., Roche, J., & Woosley, A. (2004). TVAN Knowledge Retention

Program Using Concept Mapping Tools. Presentation to the Chief Nuclear Officer and

others, Tennessee Valley Authority, Chattanooga, TN. August 18, 2004.

Coffey, J.W., (2004). Concept Map-based Knowledge Modeling. A Presentation at the 8th World

MultiConference on Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics. (SCI2004), Orlando, FL, July

18-21, 2004,

Coffey, J.W. (2004). LEO: A Concept Map-based Course Visualization Tool for Instructors and

Students. A Presentation at the International Workshop on Visual Artifacts for the

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Organization of Information and Knowledge, Tubingen, Germany, May 13-14, 2004.

Coffey, J.W., & Koonce, R. (2004). MODeLeR: Multimedia Object Design Learning Resource.

Proceedings of SIGCSE'04, The ACM Special Interest Group on Computer Science

Education. March 3-7, 2004, Norfolk, VA.

Hoffman, R.R., Coffey, J.W., (2004). Varieties of knowledge elicitation experiences: A

knowledge engineer’s perspective. Presentation in the Seminar on Expertise (N. Charness,

Instructor), Department of Psychology, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL. March

2004.

Coffey, J.W., & Carnot, M.J. (2003). Graphical depictions for knowledge generation and

sharing. Proceedings of IKS2003, IASTED International Conference on Information and

Knowledge Sharing. Scottsdale, AZ, Nov 17-19.

Coffey, J.W. (2003). Knowledge Modeling with IHMC’s CmapTools. Presentation to

representatives of Southern Company, Birmingham, AL., and Gulf Power, Pensacola, FL.

Coffey, J.W., Cañas, A.J., Novak, J.D., Hoffman, R.R., Carnot, M.J., & Jost. A. (2003).

Facilitating the Creation of Graphical Knowledge Representations for Brainstorming and

Decision Support. Proceedings of the 7th World MultiConference on Systemics, Cybernetics

and Informatics. (SCI2003), July 27-30, 2003, Orlando, FL.

Coffey, J.W., & Chernacov, G. (2003). Knowledge Modeling with IHMC’s CmapTools. A

Presentation to the Plant manager and training director of Brown’s Ferry Nuclear Power

Plant, Decatur, AL. June, 25.

Coffey, J.W. (2003). LEO: A Learning Environment Organizer for the Presentation of

Knowledge Models as Courses, EPRI Workshops, IHMC, Pensacola, FL, May 7-9.

Hoffman, R.R., Coffey, J.W., Novak, J.D., & Carnot, M.J. (2003). Human Centered Computing:

Human Factors in Creating Decision Aids for Battlespace Weather. Presented at the

Conference on Battlespace Atmospheric and Cloud Impacts on Military Operations

(BACIMO). Sponsored by the Naval Research Laboratory. September 9, 2003, Monterey

CA.

Coffey, J.W. (2002, November). LEO: A Learning Environment Organizer for the Presentation

of Knowledge Models as Courses, EPRI Workshops, IHMC, Pensacola, FL .

Coffey, J.W. (2002). AMEE: Annotated, Multi-modal Electronic Evaluation for Dynamic

Student Modeling. A Presentation at E-Learn 2002, World Conference on E-Learning in

Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education, Montreal, Canada October 19-

23, 2002.

Coffey, J.W. (2002). A Concept Map-Based Knowledge Modeling Approach to Expert

Knowledge Sharing. A Presentation at IKS2002, IASTED International Conference on

Information and Knowledge Sharing. St. Johns Virgin Islands, Nov 6 - 8.

Coffey, J.W. (2002). An Ontology-Guided Approach to Content Adaptation in LEO: A learning

environment organizer. A Presentation at the Second International Conference on Adaptive

Hypermedia and Adaptive Web-based Systems, Malaga, Spain, May, 27 - 29.

Coffey, J.W. (2002). LEO: A Learning Environment Organizer for the Presentation of

Knowledge Models as Courses, CNET Workshops, IHMC, Pensacola, FL

Coffey, J. W. (2002). A knowledge-based instructional assistant to accompany LEO: A learning

environment organizer. A Presentation at the Fifteenth Florida AI Research Symposium

(FLAIRS '02), Pensacola Beach, FL.

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Coffey, J.W. (2002). Eliciting, Preserving, and Sharing Expert Knowledge, CNET Workshops,

IHMC, Pensacola, FL.

Hoffman, R.R., & Coffey, J.W. (2001) STORM-LK, Details withheld at request of sponsoring

agency, Pensacola, FL.

Coffey, J.W. (2001). An Advance Organizer Approach to Distance Learning Course

Presentation. A Presentation at the Fifteenth International Conference on Technology and

Education. May 2 - 5, 2001. Tallahassee, FL.

Hoffman, R.R., & Coffey, J.W. (2001) STORM-LK, A Presentation at the Navy Professional

Development Center, Gulfport, MS.

Hoffman, R.R., Coffey, J.W., Ford, K.M., & Carnot, M.J. (2001). STORM-LK: A Human-

Centered Knowledge Model For Weather Forecasting. Presentation at the Second Workshop

on Interactive Meteorology and Oceanography, held at the Naval Pacific Meteorology and

Oceanography Center (NPMOC), North Island Naval Air Station, California, on August 29 -

31.

Hoffman, R.R., & Coffey, J.W. (2000) STORM-LK, A Presentation to the National Technology

Alliance, Washington, D.C.

Coffey, J.W. (2000). A Learning Environment Organizer for Asynchronous Distance Learning

Systems. A Presentation at the Twelth IASTED International Conference on Parallel and

Distributed Computing and Systems (PDCS 2000). November 6-9, 2000. Las Vegas, Nevada.

Coffey, J.W. (1999). Knowledge-based Systems, Seminar for Outstanding Science Students,

University of West Florida, February 25.

Canas, A.J., & Coffey, J.W. (1998). El-Tech Performance support with embedded training for

electronics Technicians. Presentation to the Chief of Naval Education and Training, NAS

Pensacola, FL.

Coffey, J.W. (1998). Details withheld at request of sponsoring agency, Washington D.C.

Coffey, J.W. (1998). Multimedia Performance Support Systems, Seaside, FL.

Coffey, J.W. (1995). Differences between a method of representing knowledge and a patent for

Nexpert Object. Presentation at the Office of Patents and Trademarks, Arlington, VA.

Coffey, J. W. (1995). Issues in Hypermedia and Participatory Explanation. A Presentation at the

Eighth Florida AI Research Symposium (FLAIRS '95), Melbourne, FL, 1995.

Ford, K.M. & Coffey, J.W. (1993 - 1995). NUCES, Nuclear Cardiology Expert System.

Presented to:

Lousiana State University – The Chancellor of the University and Faculty of the

Department of Computer Science, Baton Rouge, LA.

Florida State Police, Tallahassee, FL.

The State of Florida Board of Regents, Orlando, FL.

Sopha Medical, Incorporated, Columbia, MD.

The Board of Trustees, The University of West Florida, Pensacola FL.

Coffey, J.W. (1994). A Computationally Efficient Rule Evaluation Method from Compiled

Knowledge Bases. A Presentation at the Seventh Florida AI Research Symposium (FLAIRS

'94), Pensacola Beach, FL, May, 1994.

Coffey, J.W., (1994). Artificial Intelligence, Science Seminar for Superior Students, University

of West Florida, February 17.

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Coffey, J.W., (1994). Modern Computing Environments and Computational Intelligence,

Pensacola Rotary Club, July 19.

Ford, K.M., & Coffey, J.W. (1993). Participatory Explanation. A Presentation at the Sixth

Florida AI Research Symposium (FLAIRS '93), Ft. Lauderdale, FL, April.

Coffey, J.W., (1993). Interpreting Functional Images with NUCES: Nuclear Cardiology Expert

System. The Gulf Coast (Pensacola) chapter of DPMA, September 14.

Coffey, J.W., (1993). Issues and Practice in Artificial Intelligence (And Other Fun Topics),

Pensacola Junior College, November 4.

Panels

Digital Concept Maps as Tools for Organizing and Managing Knowledge and Information Resources.

(2006). Moderator: Dr. Tanja Keller, Knowledge Media Research Center, University of

Tubingen, Germany, Panelists: Dr. Geoff Briggs, CMEX, NASA Ames Research Center, Dr.

Mauri Ahlberg, University of Helsinki, Dr. Pat Hayes, Institute for Human and Machine

Cognition. CMC 2006, September 7, San Jose, Costa Rica.

Panel on Knowledge Elicitation. (2006). Moderator: Dr. Robert R. Hoffman, Institute for Human and

Machine Cognition, Panelists: Dr. Josianne Basque, Tele-Universite, Canada, Mr. Ed Dotson, NS

Navy, Dr. Tristan Johnson, Florida State University, Dr. Patrick Moore, University of West

Florida. CMC 2006, September 7, San Jose, Costa Rica.

Training Knowledge Engineers (2004). Moderator: Dr. Robert R. Hoffman, Institute for Human and

Machine Cognition, Panelists: Mr. Brian Moon, Klein Associates, Ms J.C. Dumestre, US Navy,

Dr. F. Garcia Gonzalez, Universidad Autonoma de Puebla, Mexico. CMC 2004, September 16,

Pamplona, Spain. Workshops - Participated in the preparations and delivery of the following:

Palo Alto Research Center (PARC) Subcontract - two-day workshop in which we demonstrated

joint knowledge elicitation with Dr. Joseph Novak to researchers from PARC. Elicited knowledge

from intelligence analysts on a knowledge domain of interest.

NASA Blue Sky Workshop - Facilitated multi-day group knowledge generation sessions via Concept

Mapping for researchers from IHMC and NASAS Ames Research Center

No Guts, No Glory: Forging A Theory of Complex Cognitive Systems. Served as Knowledge

Engineer/Facilitator, ALRADA Select Working Meeting, Boulder, CO, February 27 - March 1,

2003.

Introduction to Concept Mapping using the CmapTools Software CMC2004 Workshop. Created

and presented the workshop.

CAS Technical Planning Retreat - Planning for the College of Arts and Sciences School of Science

and Engineering (SSE) organizational unit.

CmapTools training Multi-day training workshops presented to:

The Electrical Power Research Institute (EPRI) - Human Resources personnel trained in the use of

CmapTools for the preservation of tacit and undocumented knowledge. 17 trainees.

Chief of Naval Education and Training (CNET) – Four workshops in which 80 employees of

NETPDTC were trained in the use of CmapTools for Human Performance documentation purposes.

Naval Education and Training Command (NETC) The CFFC group of the reorganized command.

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PATS – "Enhancing Educational Experiences with Concept Maps and CmapTools" workshop delivered

to 12 teachers from the PATS Center, Pensacola, FL.

TVA/BFN - Served as the lead for a two-day workshop held for participants in a pilot study within

Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). Coordinated by EPRI.

One of the nation's intelligence agencies. Details withheld at the request of the sponsoring agency.

The University of North Florida, Florida Institute of Education (FIE). Organized and delivered two

workshops on using CmapTools to build knowledge models of Intermediate Algebra.

Gulf Power and Southern Company. Follow-on workshop to the knowledge elicitation work performed

with two experts.

Task Force Excel, Norfolk, VA. Three-day workshop to elicit knowledge pertinent to professional

career advancement for SignalMen, Boatswain’s Mate and Quartermaster.

Missions to Mars multi-day workshop with representatives of NASA Ames Research Center. Elicited

knowledge on alternative exploratory missions to Mars including:

humans remain on earth

humans to orbit (including Libration point)

humans to the surface of Mars

Capturing Experts' Knowledge Using Concept Maps. (2006). Moderators: Robert R. Hoffman

and John W. Coffey. CMC 2006, the Second International Conference on Concept Mapping.

September 7, San Jose, Costa Rica.

Commander's Predictive Environment, First workshop: January 16-17, 2006.

Commander's Predictive Environment, Second workshop: April 14-15, 2007.

Patent

Ford, K.M., Cañas, A.J. & Coffey, J. (1996). Concept map-based multimedia computer system for

facilitating user understanding of a domain of knowledge. U.S. Patent #5,506,937.

Memberships in Professional Organizations

Association of Computing Machinery.

American Association of Artificial Intelligence

UWF chapter of Association of Information Technology Professionals.

Chapter (Faculty) Advisor, UWF chapter of AITP. (1992-present)

Chairman, Speaker Committee, AITP. (1990-1992)

President, UWF chapter of AITP. (1990-1991)

Professional Development Professional Development Leave, University of West Florida, to complete Doctoral Dissertation,

academic year 1999-2000.

Teaching Portfolio Workshop 2001.

LEAD: Leadership Enhancement and Development Program. Class of 2002.

Teaching Partners, 2008-2010.

Sabbatical, Spring, 2017.

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Projects and Grants

Externally Funded

Principal Investigator - Knowledge Acquisition at NASA LeRC. $66,500.00

Principal Investigator - Eliciting Knowledge and Reasoning of Southern Company

Experts. $18,800.00.

Co-Principal Investigator - A Knowledge Engineering, Team-Based Approach to

Introducing Security Assurance Cases $25,000.00

Co-Principal Investigator – Knowledge Modeling for Supporting Program

Comprehension Blue Cross, Blue Shield Associates. $50,000.00

Co-Principal Investigator - Medical Educational Research Foundation (MERF).

$23,000.00

Served as Critical Personnel on many grants through IHMC including the following

(these grants totaled millions of dollars):

o Quorum: Collaboration without Boundaries - IBM World Trade Corporation

o Models & Prototypes for Improving the Effectiveness of Distance Learning &

Computer-Mediated Learning - Chief of Naval Training

o Multimedia Knowledge-Based Systems - sponsoring agency name withheld by

request of the agency

o Navy Meteorological and Oceanographic Facility - METOC.

Internally Funded

Wrote and defended annual proposals to the Student Government Association (SGA) for

support for the Student Chapter of AITP. $54,218.00

University of West Florida Faculty Summer Research Grant (2006) $6,250.00

University of West Florida Research Assistantship Grant (2006) $1,500.00

Dissertation and Thesis Work Coffey, J.W. (2000). LEO: A Learning Environment Organizer to Accompany Constructivist

Knowledge Models. Doctoral Dissertation, The University of West Florida, Pensacola,

FL. Advisor: Dr. Alberto J. Cañas.

Coffey, J.W. (1992) Nuclear Cardiology Expert system: Development of a Prototype. Master's Thesis,

University of West Florida. Advisor: Dr. Kenneth M. Ford.

Security Clearance Secret Level. Interim clearance, April, 1997, Final clearance, October, 1997.

Knowledge Modeling Projects

Nuclear Cardiology Expert Systems (NUCES). The original project for which the IHMC was

created and funded. Elicited knowledge about the interpretation of radionuclide images of the left

ventricle. Built knowledge-based consultation component to accompany the knowledge model.

Launch Vehicles Systems Integration (LVSI) Performed at NASA Glenn Research Center.

Created three separate multimedia elements that were integrated to create one knowledge model on

launch vehicles systems integration

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El-Tech – Knowledge model and consultation system for Navy electronics technicians

STORM-LK – Large-scale knowledge model of local weather forecasting knowledge that is

necessary to be a forecaster in Pensacola, FL.

KMD – The EPRI – Southern Company Knowledge Modeling Demonstration Project.

Birmingham, AL.

Drought - a project with the National Weather Service eliciting and modeling knowledge on

conditions giving rise to droughts in the Southeastern United States.

Department of Defense - information withheld at request of clients.

Leadership – information withheld at request of clients.

EPRI/TVA Pilot Project - Knowledge Modeling for Institutional Memory Preservation pertaining

to air effluent analysis and turbine maintenance/overhaul.

Social Network Analysis - knowledge modeling pertaining to uses of Social Network Analysis.

Department of Defense.

Boeing, Houston. Demonstration Knowledge modeling for Institutional Memory Preservation

pertaining to:

- Space Shuttle Ascent Guidance

- Space Station On-orbit Thermo-structural Analysis.

Institutional Service

Service to the Profession

Editorial Board – Journal of Educational Technology Systems

Reviewer:

o Computers and Education

o International Journal of Expert Systems

o International Journal of Human-Computer Studies.

o IEEE Expert

o Advances in Computer-Supported Learning (Book)

o Educational Research Review

o Journal of Technology, Knowledge, and Society. Associate Editor for volume 8.

o Journal of Technology, Knowledge, and Society. Associate Editor for volume 4.

o External reviewer for MEng degree, Alireza Kashian , School of EEE, Nanyang

Technological University, Singapore

Program Committee: Intelligent User Interfaces, IUI 2008 - 2008 International Conference on

Intelligent User Interfaces. Canary Islands, Spain, January 13-16, 2008.

Program Committee CMC:

o CMC 2004 - The First Int'l Concept Mapping Conference, Pamplona, Spain.

o CMC 2006 - The Second Int'l Concept Mapping Conference, San Jose, Costa Rica.

o CMC 2008 - The Third Int'l Concept Mapping Conference, Estonia and Finland.

o CMC 2010 –The Fourth Int'l Concept Mapping Conference, Santiago, Chile.

o CMC 2012 –The Fifth Int'l Concept Mapping Conference, Malta.

o CMC 2014 –The Sixth Int'l Concept Mapping Conference, Sao Paulo, Brazil.

o CMC 2016 - The Seventh Int'l Concept Mapping Conference, Estonia.

Advisory Committee for Computer Science and Information Technology, Pensacola State

College, 1994-present.

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Twenty Five Gallon Blood Donor, Northwest Florida Regional Blood Center

Judge, Florida Panhandle Regional Science and Engineering Fair (many years).

To the University

University Faculty Personnel Committee. Chair, 2016 – 2017.

Member Office of Undergraduate Research Committee.

Chair, Information Technology Planning and Advisory Committee (ITPAC) – the successor to

UPC-IT (2009-present).

University Web Advisory Committee (WAC)

Student Technology Fee Committee member (ITEP and Systemic)

ITPAC Subcommittee to develop a prioritization plan for strategic IT projects.

University Planning Council for Information Technology (UPC-IT), University of West

Florida (2001-2008). Participated in the formulation of the UWF IT Mission Statement and

Strategic Plan.

Co-chair, UPC-IT (2004-2008)

UPC-IT Subcommittee for Classroom Technology

UPC-IT Subcommittee for formulation of a framework for Student Access to Technology Fees

(SATF).

Chair, UPC-IT Subcommittee to study the feasibility of adopting Open Source Software

UPC-IT Strategic Plan Subcommittee.

UPC-IT Minimum Hardware Standards Subcommittee

UWF Web Presence Committee

Search Committee, Assistant Professor, Digital Media, Department of Art.

Search Committee for Coordinator, Career Development Services (2001).

Phon-a-thon volunteer for new students, 1996, 2001, 2003, 2008, 2013.

Division of Engineering Technology External Review

Focus Group on the University Portal

Faculty Search Committee, Institute for Human and Machine Cognition, 1994.

Tutor, Minority Retention Center, UWF. (1988).

Tutor, Literacy Volunteers of America, Escambia County. (1991-1992)

LEAD program - Students' Perspectives: The Educational Experience at UWF

To the College

Co-chair, Intelligent Systems and Robotics PhD Planning Committee (2016-present)

Teacher Incentive Program Committee Judge, 1998

LAS Planning for Science and Technology building (2006-2007).

To the Computer Science Department

Chair, Department Tenure and Promotion Committee (2017).

Member, Tenure and Promotion Committee (2005-present)

Chair, Nystul Search Committee 2016-2017.

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Scholarship Committee (2000-2001).

Scholarship Committee Chair (2001 - present).

Faculty advisor to the UWF chapter of DPMA/AITP. (1993 - Present)

Computer Science Core Curriculum Committee, 1998-1999.

Computer Science Department Ad Hoc Curriculum Design Group (2001-2002)

Computer Science Department representative for Saturday Open House and Undergraduate

Orientations (in many years, 1996-present).

Academic Advisor, Department of Computer Science (1993 to 1999).

Faculty advisor to the UWF chapter of DPMA/AITP. (1993 - Present)

ASC Open house (Fort Walton Beach, August 2006)

Faculty Search Committee for two Lecturers (2005)

Chair, Five-year self-study, Department of Computer Science

Community outreach: visited area high schools to promote programs in computing.

CS Department committee to revise CIS curriculum, IT currriculum (2006-07-08).

Mentoring Committee, Drs. Lakshmi Prayaga, Laura White, Dallas Snider, Ezhil Kaliamannan

Dissertation Committee Member

John Bolyard

Computer Science Department Honors Project Advisor

Travis Zimmerman

Keegan Anderson

Master’s Thesis Advisor

Gilbert Ryan Petris

Eric Golden

Thesis Commitees

Steven Satterfield – Defended May, 2012

Bradley Swain – defended August, 2009

Carlos Perez – defended Fall, 2009

LaTreva Pounds - defended 8/2001

Michelle Buckalew - defended 1/2001

Tony Croy - prospectus completed

Sherri Sentelle - defended 1/2002

Ian Schneller - defended 4/2002

Graduate Project Advisor

Eric Golden

Rick Peterson

Ryan Defour

Scott Frame

Laura Dulin

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Jiri Just

Michael Webb

Johnnie Odom

Darcy Lewis

Tim Giertz

Electrical and Computer Engineering Department Honors Committee Member

Laura Solari

Jeffrey Gibson

Directed Individual Studies - Supervised the following students:

Andre King

Thomas Roberson

Halston Pate

Eric Golden

Mithal Ashraf

Robert Peters

Roger Hawthorne

Travis Zimmerman

Gary Register

Chris Ayers

Chad Carff

Bart McDonough

Brian Watson

Michael Webb

James Holstead

Paul Groth

James Dodd

Bruce Edgar

Timeyo Banda

Eric Larin

Curtis Williams

Alice Banks

Awards and Honors

Lifetime member, Upsilon Pi Epsilon

As Chapter Advisor to UWF chapter of AITP (Association of Information Technology

Professionals:

Outstanding Student Chapter of the Year for AITP Region 7 (SouthEastern United States)

1998-1999 and 2000-2001.

Student Chapter Outstanding Performance Award (SCOPA) 1993, 1994, 1998, 1999, 2000.

Coordinated many trips to regional and National competitions.

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Professional Development Leave, University of West Florida, to complete Doctoral Dissertation,

academic year 1999-2000.

Distinguished Teaching Award, UWF (1997).

Golden Apple Award as Teacher of the Year, UWF. (1997)

Teacher Incentive Program Award, (1997).

Outstanding Student Organization Advisor, UWF, (1993 - 1994)

Outstanding Student, Division of Computer Science, UWF. (1989)

Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi. (1989).

Lifetime member, Phi Kappa Phi. (1991).

Who's Who Among Students at American Colleges and Universities. (1991)

Summa Cum Laude graduate of UWF.

President's List, UWF. (every semester of Undergraduate studies)

Certificate of Accomplishment for Outstanding Academic Performance, BellSouth Services,

Summer, 1998, Winter, 1989.

Graduate Scholarships: Division of Computer Science, UWF; Pensacola Chapter of DPMA.

Dean's List, The College of William and Mary.

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Brian Patrick Eddy email: [email protected] (912)

658-0321

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Software Engineering, Program Comprehension, Software Maintenance and Evolution, Information

Retrieval, Model-Driven Engineering, DevOps, Computer Science Education

EDUCATION

PhD, Computer Science

University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL August 2015

Advisor: Dr. Jeff Gray

MS, Computer Science

University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL December 2012

Advisor: Dr. Nicholas Kraft

BS, Computer Science

Armstrong Atlantic State University, Savannah, GA December 2009

BS, Applied Mathematics

Armstrong Atlantic State University, Savannah, GA December 2009

ACADEMIC POSITIONS

Assistant Professor, Computer Science

University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL August 2015 - current

JOURNAL ARTICLES

B.P. Eddy, J. Corley, J. Carver, “Searching for Answers: An Exploratory Study of the For-

mation, Use, and Impact of Queries During Debugging” (in submission)

J. Robinson, X. Hong, B.P. Eddy, S. Vrbsky, “Analysis of a TSP Solver with multi-swap

optimization on the GPU” (in submission)

B.P. Eddy, N.A. Kraft, and J. Gray, “The effects of structural weighting of leading terms and

comments on LDA-based feature location” (in submission)


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J. Corley, B.P. Eddy, E. Syriani, and J. Gray, “Efficient and Scalable Omniscient Debugging for

Model Transformation,” Software Quality Journal, 25(1): 7-48, 2017.

N. Wilde, B.P. Eddy, K. Patel, N. Cooper, V. Gamboa, B. Mishra, and K. Shah, “Security for

DevOps Deployment Processes: Defenses, Risks, Research Directions,” IJSEA, 7(6), 2016.

L.R. Biggers, C. Bocovich, R. Capshaw, B.P. Eddy, L.H. Etzkorn, and N.A. Kraft, “Con-

figuring latent Dirichlet allocation based feature location,” Empirical Software Engineering

19(3): 465-500, 2014.

CONFERENCE/WORKSHOP PAPERS

B.P. Eddy, N. Wilde, N.A. Cooper, B. Mishra, V.S. Gamboa, K.N. Patel, K.M. Shah ,

“CDEP: Continous Delivery Educational Pipeline,” Proceedings of the 2017 ACM

Southeast Conference, Kennesaw, GA, USA, pp 55-62, 2017.

J. Gray, J. Corley, B.P. Eddy, “An Experience Report Assessing A Professional Development

MOOC for CS Principles,” Proceedings of the 47th ACM Technical Symposium on

Computer Science Education (SIGCSE ’16), Memphis, TN, USA, pp/ 455-460, March 2016.

J. Corley, B.P. Eddy, J. Gray “Towards Efficient and Scalable Omniscient Debugging for

Model Transformations,” 14th Domain-Specific Modeling (DSM), Portland, OR, USA, 6 pages,

October 2014.

B.P. Eddy, “Structured Source Retrieval for Improving Software Search during Program

Comprehension Tasks,” Proceedings of the ACM SIGPLAN conference on Systems,

Program- ming, Languages and Applications: Software for Humanity 2014 (SPLASH’14) DocSymp, Portland, OR, USA, pp. 13-15, October 2014.

B.P. Eddy, “Incorporating Structured Queries into Software Search,” ACM SIGPLAN con-

ference on Systems, Programming, Languages and Applications: Software for

Humanity 2014 (SPLASH’14) Student Research Competition, Portland, OR, USA, October

2014.

B.P. Eddy and N.A. Kraft, “Using Structured Queries for Source Code Search,” Proceedings of the 30th International Conference on Software Maintenance and Evolution (ICSME’14), Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, pp. 431-435, September 2014. [acceptance rate:

36%]

B.P. Eddy, J.A. Robinson, N.A. Kraft, and J.C. Carver, “Evaluating Source Code Summa-

rization Techniques: Replication and Expansion,” Proceedings of the 21st IEEE International

Conference on Program Comprehension (ICPC’13), San Francisco, CA, USA, pp. 13-22,

May 2013 [acceptance rate: 30%].

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B.P. Eddy, Jeffrey A. Robinson, “Supporting Feature Location and Mining of Software Repos-

itories on the Amazon EC2,” Proceedings of the 51st ACM Southeast Regional

Conference (ACM-SE’13), Savannah, GA, USA, pp. 9:1-9:6, March 2013.

L.R. Biggers, B.P. Eddy, N.A. Kraft, and L.H. Etzkorn, “Toward a Metrics Suite for Source

Code Lexicons,” Proceedings of the 27th IEEE International Conference on Software

Mainte- nance (ICSM’11), Williamsburg, VA, USA, pp. 492-495, September 2011.

[acceptance rate: 38%].

SHORT PAPERS

B.P. Eddy and J. Corley, “Searching For Answers: An Exploratory Study of the Forma- tion,

Use, and Impact of Queries During Debugging,” Proceedings of the ACM SIGPLAN

conference on Systems, Programming, Languages and Applications: Software for Humanity

2014(SPLASH’14), Portland, OR, USA, pp. 51-52, October 2014 and N.A. Kraft, “Toward an

Understanding of the Relationship Between the Iden- tifier and Comment Lexicons,”

Proceedings of the 49th ACM Southeast Regional Conference (ACM-SE’11), Kennesaw, GA,

USA, pp. 342-343, March 2011. Winner, Best Poster award.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor, University of West Florida Spring 2017

Course: Programming Languages (COP 4020)

Description: This is a senior level computer science course on the concepts of programming languages.

Students learn about the implementation of programming languages, design decisions in programming

languages, and about different programming language paradigms. Particular focus is given to the functional

language paradigm with looks at LISP, Scala, and Haskell. A semester long project has students developing an

interpreter for their own programming language.

Responsibilities: Designed references for building a simple interpreter for handling a new language. Oversaw

the development of students’ programming languages while also designing lecture plans, projects, and exams

for the course.


Course: Software Engineering II (CEN 3032)

Description: A second course on software engineering. The focus of this course is on the design, construction,

and testing of software systems. Topics include software architectures and layering, design patterns, SOLID

design principles, dependency injection, unit testing and mocking frameworks, refactoring, software quality

assurance, and continuous integration and deployment pipelines. Stu- dents complete a semester long project

that with specific focus on following good design principles and testing practices. This project culminates in a

presentation and demonstration of the working system. More time is given to the development of the system

than is alotted in CEN 3031.

Responsibilities: Redesigned the second course in the software engineering sequence at UWF to give more hands

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on experience to students. In charge of designing lecture plans, projects, exams, and activities, as well as the

grading of the aforementioned, that met with the overall objectives of the course.

Assistant Professor, University of West Florida Fall 2016

Course: Software Engineering I (CEN 3031)

Description: A first course on software engineering. The focus of this course is on software engineering process.

Topics include software processes and methodologies, domain modeling, requirements, use cases, detailed

design, UML, whitebox testing with unit testing frameworks, blackbox testing, version control, and

implementation considerations. Students complete a semester long project that takes them through each phase of

a project. This project culminates in a presentation and demonstration of their working system.

Responsibilities: Redesigned the first course in the software engineering sequence at UWF. In charge of

designing lecture plans, projects, exams, and activities, as well as the grading of the aforementioned, that

met with the overall objectives of the course.


Course: Capstone Systems Project (CIS 4595C)

Description: This is an interdisciplinary final semester project course. Students include information technology,

computer information systems, and software engineering majors. Develop a software system for a real-world

client while working in small teams. Each project consisted of a mobile, web, server, and data component.

Throughout the course, students were expected to follow an agile process and develop and deliver relevant

artifacts.

Responsibilities: In charge of identifying and monitoring appropriate projects and clients for the semester

long projects. This included monitoring these projects through version control, issue tracking, and

messaging services. Developed and presented material for special topics in agile development, devops,

distributed and remote teams, and modern development practices, processes, and tools.

Assistant Professor, University of West Florida Spring 2016 Course:

Data Structures and Algorithms I (COP 3530)

Description: A first course in Data Structures and Algorithms. Topics include traditional data structures

with a focus on design and analysis of algorithms. This was a C-based course. Data structures included

linear data structures, trees, dictionaries, and graphs. Algorithms included sorting, searching, recursive

techniques, and backtracking.

Responsibilities: In charge of designing lecture plans, projects, exams, and activities, as well as the grading of

the aforementioned, that met with the overall objectives of the course.

Assistant Professor, University of West Florida Fall 2015 Course:

Object Oriented Programming (CEN 4331)

Description: Exploration of the fundamental ideas behind object-oriented programming, including

encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism. In addition, students were introduced to the concepts of object-

oriented design, documentation, multithreading, event-driven programming, graphical user interfaces, and unit

testing.

Responsibilities: Updated the course and developed additional activities to introduce students to JavaFX,

Java’s multithreading services, lambda expressions, unit testing, and streams. In charge of designing lecture

plans, projects, exams, and activities, as well as the grading of the aforementioned, that met with the overall

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objectives of the course.

Assistant Professor, University of West Florida Fall 2015, 2016 Course:

Software Engineering Management (CEN 4053)

Description: Review concepts and principles related to the management of software development and

evolution projects. Topics include estimation, planning, risk management, teamwork, review, and the tools to

help manage the aforementioned.

Responsibilities: Focused on aligning the course with modern development practices and tools. In charge of

designing lecture plans, projects, exams, and activities, as well as the grading of the aforementioned, that

met with the overall objectives of the course. Furthermore, designed and monitored team projects with six

students per team.

Lab Instructor, University of Alabama Fall 2014 Course:

Programming II (CS 250 lab), taught by Dr. Marcus Brown

Description: The co-requisite lab for CS 250, a second course in programming that builds upon the concepts

covered in CS 150. The emphasis is to improve and solidify program development skills as well as to

introduce students to multimedia programming. Topics covered include modules, encapsulation, object oriented

design, inheritance, trees, lists, dictionaries, file input and output.

Responsibilities: Helped in the design, administering, and grading of activities that emphasized the concepts

taught in the lecture section of the course.

Instructor, University of Alabama Fall 2014 Course: Programming I (CS 150)

Description: An introductory course that teaches programming and program development. The emphasis of the

course is the rapid acquisition of programming, testing, debugging and system skills. Taught with C, the course

emphasizes the basic principles of designing procedural programs.

Responsibilities: In charge of designing lecture plans, projects, exams, and activities, as well as the grading of

the aforementioned, that met with the overall objectives of the course. For students needing additional attention,

this included additional instruction through email, office hours, tutoring sessions, and forum discussions.

Instructor, University of Alabama Spring 2014, Fall 2013 Course:

Programming I (CS 150)

Description: An introductory course that teaches programming and program development. The emphasis of the

course is the rapid acquisition of programming, testing, debugging and system skills. The course utilizes Python,

a modern object-oriented language whose clean and consistent syntax and semantics provide a simpler entry for

beginning programmers.

Responsibilities: In charge of designing lecture plans, projects, exams, and activities, as well as the grading

of the aforementioned, that met with the overall objectives of the course. For students needing additional

attention, this included additional instruction through email, office hours, tutoring sessions, and forum

discussions.

Teaching Assistant, University of Alabama Spring 2013

Course: Programming II (CS 250), taught by Dr. Nicholas Kraft

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Description: A second course in programming that builds upon the concepts covered in CS 150. The

emphasis is to improve and solidify program development skills as well as to introduce students to

multimedia programming. Topics covered include modules, encapsulation, object oriented design,

inheritance, trees, lists, dictionaries, file input and output.

Responsibilities: Acted as both a teaching assistant and instructor for CS 250. Assisted in designing lecture

plans, projects, exams, and activities, as well as the grading of the aforementioned, that met with the overall

objectives of the course. For students needing additional attention, this included additional instruction

through email, office hours, tutoring sessions, and forum discussions.

Instructor, University of Alabama Fall 2012, Spring 2012

Course: Programming II (CS 250)

Teaching Assistant, University of Alabama Fall 2011, Spring 2011

Course: Foundations of Comp Science (CS 260), taught by Dr. Marcus Brown

Description: The foundational course with an emphasis on the science of computing. Issues such as

computability, problem complexity and algorithm analysis, efficient searching and sorting techniques, data

structures, and the object-oriented programming paradigm are introduced and explained.

Responsibilities: Assisted by supporting students needing additional attention, this included additional

instruction through email, office hours, tutoring sessions, and forum discussions.

INVITED LECTURES

Performing Large-Scale Information Retrieval in a Cloud-based Environment

Given to the cloud computing class at The University of Alabama. The lecture discussed the

importance of distributed environments on the indexing and processing of queries for large-scale text-

based retrieval systems.

An Overview of the Digital Forensics Process for Law Enforcement

Given to a special topics class at Armstrong Atlantic State University. The lecture was an overview of the

tools and techniques used by digital forensics analysts at the time, as well as the laws that govern the

process, and special considerations that first responders must be aware of.

A Survey of Server-side Scripting Languages

A lecture to the UNIX and Secure Web Development class at Armstrong Atlantic State University. The

lecture was a brief overview of the different scripting languages available at the time, as well as the benefits

and consequences of the different languages. Languages discussed included ColdFusion, PHP, JSP, ASP,

and Ruby on Rails.

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DEPARTMENT, COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY SERVICE

Software Engineering Program Coordinator, University of West Florida 2015-current–The main point of contact for the software engineering graduate program in the Department of

Computer Science at the University of West Florida. In charge of updating and managing the undergraduate

and graduate software engineering programs and curriculum.

Organizer, Codefest at University of West Florida 2015 – current

Responsibilities: Run and organize a three day hackathon at the University of West Florida. This included

organization of the event, community outreach, fundraising, identifying and purchasing of prizes, t-shirts, and

SWAG, ordering food, identifying professional mentors and judges, holding weekly planning meetings with

community representatives, advertising to neighboring universities, lining up technical support, and running

the event over the weekend. Over the weekend, I was responsible for helping with volunteer involvement,

managing mentors and judges, designing the judging criteria and managing the scoring, aiding students in

troubleshooting problems in their projects, as well as leading various special events and information sessions

on special topics.

Advisor to UWF Association of Computing Machinery (ACM) Student Group

2016 – current Responsibilities: Advise and help manage the ACM student group at the University of West Florida. In this

capacity, I serve as a facilitator to arrange for presentations, workshops, and activities that meet with the

desires of the officers and members. In this capactiy I have facilitated the scheduling of guest speakers,

designed workshops on web application development and mobile application development, helped with monthly

game nights, and helped with recruitment of new students.

Member, Student Engagement Faculty Advisory Board (SEFAB) 2016 – current

Responsibilities: SEFAB is in charge of overseeing student engagement for the students of the Hal Marcus

College of Science and Engineering at the University of West Florida. In this capacity, I helped the board

hold college wide engagment events including presentations to the STEM living learning community and

STEM Scholars group, faculty panels on undergraduate education in STEM, and other activities.

CS Scholars Coordinator, University of West Florida 2015 – current

Responsibilities: One of three faculty members in the Department of Computer Science at the University

of West Florida in charge of coordinating and organizing the department’s CS Scholars events. These are a

series of events focused on improving student relations within the department and the field. Events introduce

new concepts from the field and are designed to bring students from the same major together into a supportive

community.

Programming Coach, University of West Florida 2015 – current

Responsibilities: Coach of the University of West Florida programming team during the ACM

International Collegiate Programming Competition. Teams placed first, second, and fourth on site for the

2015 regional ACM ICPC.

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Faculty Search Committee, Department of Computer Science at University of West

Florida 2016, 2017

Reviewer, Office of Undergraduate Research at University of West Florida 2016,

2015

Faculty Marshal, Fall Commencement at University of West Florida Fall 2015, Fall 2016

Programming Coach, University of Alabama 2010 – 2011

Responsibilities: Coach of The University of Alabama programming team during the ACM Interna- tional

Collegiate Programming Competition as well as local competitions in the states of Alabama and Mississippi.

Continued as an advisor for the programming team through the 2014 academic year.

Mentor for the Research Experience for Undergraduates, University of Alabama 2010

Responsibilities: Mentored two undergraduate computer science students in conducting a summer long research

program. The focus of the project was on the configuration and performance of a topic-modeling based

approach for feature location in source code. The end of the summer project culminated in the production of a

journal paper to one of the top academic journals in Software Engineering.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE

Track Chair, Software Engineering, ACM Southeast 2017

Program Committee, International Conference on Software Engineering and

Data Engineering 2015

Student Volunteer, SPLASH’14 October 2014

Reviewer, Entropy

Reviewer, Software: Practice and Experience

Reviewer, Empirical Software Engineering Journal

Reviewer, International Conference on Software

Maintenance ERA 2013, 2012

Reviewer, International Conference on Program Comprehension

2011

K-12 OUTREACH

Code and Tech Stars (CaTS) January 2017–Current

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Description: CaTS is a weekend coding workshop targeted at 4th-6th grade girls in the Pensacola area.

Topics include introductory programming using Scratch that focuses on games, art, and storytelling.

Other topics include robotics and web development.

Responsibilities: Developing curriculum, facilitating presentations, and overseeing volunteers.

CS Principles for High School June–July 2015

Website: https://csp-cs4hs.appspot.com/

Description: CSP4HS provides six-weeks of free online instruction to educators who are interested in

learning more about CS Principles, which is a new Advanced Placement course being developed by the

College Board.

Responsibilities: Performed duties as a graduate student instructor. Duties included helping with technical

issues, monitoring the discussion of teachers on the forums, and answering questions related to the course and

computer science.

Technology Students Association Vex Robotics April 2015

Website: http://www.tsaweb.org/

Description: The TSA-VEX Robotics Competition provides students with a hands-on, co-curricular

competition for learning about science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and com-

plements the existing technology-related competitions offered by TSA.

Responsibilities: Performed duties as a head judge. Duties included supervising the construction of events,

enforcing the rules as outlined to the competitors, and when necessary clarifying and ruling on decisions

that pertained to maintaining a fair environment

Engineering, Science, and Technology (BEST) Program November 2014 Website:

http://outreach.cs.ua.edu/robotics-contest/

Description: A robotics competition for middle and high school students where students participate in a sports-

like environment. The goals is to inspire students to pursue careers in engineering, science, and technology

by creating a fun and exciting event.

Responsibilities: Ran the scoring table which consisted of recording all scores, generating schedules, and

managing the field display of scores and schedules.

University of Alabama Robotics Contest April 2014, April 2013, April 2015 Website:


Description: A robotics competition for students ranging from elementary to high school. Competi- tors write

programs that guide robots through a series of trials and obstacles. The nature of the event is not presented

until the competition and can be either point or time based. Schools from all over the state of Alabama send

teams to compete.

Responsibilities: Performed duties as a head judge. Duties included supervising the construction of events,

enforcing the rules as outlined to the competitors, and when necessary clarifying and ruling on decisions that

pertained to maintaining a fair environment.

CS4Alabama Teacher Professional Development April 2014, April 2013 Website:

http://cs4alabama.org

http://www.tsaweb.org/



http://cs4alabama.org/

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Description: A two-day introduction to basic mobile application development for high school teachers in the state

of Alabama. The two-day course teaches high school teachers how to use App Inventor 2 developed by MIT

to create applications for Android devices. In addition to the basics of mobile development, there are brief

explanations of programming constructs.

Responsibilities: Acted as an assistant instructor worked individually with students that were having difficulty

maintaining the pace of the class. This included providing additional information to help clarify and direct

students into completing their objectives.

University of Alabama High School Computer Science Summer Camps June

2014 Website: http://outreach.cs.ua.edu/camps/

Description: Two weeks of summer camps that invite high school students from across the country and

internationally. Each week focuses on a new goal with the first week to introduce students to program with the

Java programming language using Greenfoot and game programming. The second week teaches students to

develop mobile applications using App Inventor2 developed by MIT. In addition, there are two days of

robotics in the second week.

Responsibilities: Acted as an assistant instructor and mentor to students. This included assisting students with

their week-long projects, helping to clarify instructions, helping students maintain the learning pace of the camp,

judging programming competitions, and chaperoning students during other activities.

University of Alabama Middle School Computer Science Summer Camp August 2014

Website: http://outreach.cs.ua.edu/camps/

Description: A week designed to teach middle schoolers how to program through the use of Scratch. Students

learn how to create basic animations, games, and interactive programs. The week concludes with a demonstration

of individual student projects completed throughout the week.

Responsibilities: Acted as an assistant instructor and mentor to students. This included assisting students with

their week-long projects, helping to clarify instructions, helping students maintain the learning pace of the camp,

judging programming competitions, and chaperoning students during other activities.

Tutor Fall 2004 – August 2010

Responsibilities: Tutored local high school and college students in the Savannah area in areas of mathematics,

computer science, chemistry, biology, and physics. Students included those with special needs and learning

disabilities

HONORS PROJECT ADVISOR

• Jonathan Rogers

• Lauren Cabrera

GRADUATE PROJECT ADVISOR

• Khyati Patel

DISCIPLINARY RESEARCH ADVISOR

• Nathan Cooper

• Bhavyansh Mishra

http://outreach.cs.ua.edu/camps/

http://outreach.cs.ua.edu/camps/

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• Valeria Gamboa

• Keenal Shah

• Adrian DeLeon

• Nikolai Shields

• Hunter Werenskjold

• Don Kerrigan

• Jonathan Jurczak

HONORS & AWARDS

Upsilon Pi Epsilon 2015-Present

Member of UPE. UPE is the first and only, existing international honor society in the Computing and

Information disciplines.

Department of Computer Science Representative, UA 3-Minute Thesis 2013

Nominated by the faculty to represent the Department of Computer Science in the University’s 3MT

competition (2 selected out of 60)

Best Poster Award, ACM Southeast 2011

GAANN Fellowship, University of Alabama August 2010 – May 2013 This

is a prestigious fellowship funded by the Department of Education and awarded to individuals with an

outstanding academic record intending to achieve the terminal degree in their field and pursue a career

in teaching and research.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Sabre Technologies October 2009 – July 2010

Savannah, GA (Software Developer)

Developed web based software solutions for Savannah based businesses and industries. Managed

and administered commercial websites in coldfusion, javascript, html, and flash. Managed client

databases in MySQL and SQL along with web based interfaces for processing and Inc.

February 2008 – August 2008

Savannah, GA (Intern Software Engineer)

Developed ASP.NET based versions of the company’s existing applications and software for remote

users

Developed an embedded web server for use in the company’s software architecture. Developed

a code generator for generating source code from the company’s specification documents

Federal Law Enforcement Training Center May 2007 – August 2007 Glynco,

GA (Intern)

Reviewed the computer forensics programs offered to federal and state law enforcement officers. Became a

certified forensics analyst and digital acquisition expert for both network and standalone setting.

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Eman M. El-Sheikh – Curriculum Vitae

Center for Cybersecurity and

Department of Computer Science

University of West Florida

11000 University Parkway

Pensacola, FL 32514

Tel: 850-474-3074

Fax: 850-474-3156

E-mail: [email protected]

Education

Ph.D., Computer Science Michigan State University East Lansing, MI

2002 Area: Artificial Intelligence

Advisor: Jon Sticklen

Title: An Architecture for the Generation of Intelligent Tutoring

Systems from Reusable Components and Knowledge-Based Systems.

M.Sc., Computer Science Michigan State University East Lansing, MI

1995

B.Sc., Computer Science American University in Cairo Cairo, Egypt

1992 Summa Cum Laude (Highest Honors)

Employment

Director Center for Cybersecurity Pensacola, FL

2/2016 – present University of West Florida

Professor Department of Computer Science Pensacola, FL

8/2014 – present University of West Florida

Interim Director Center for Cybersecurity Pensacola, FL

7/2015 – 2/2016 University of West Florida

Associate Dean University of West Florida Pensacola, FL

8/2015 – 8/2016 College of Science and Engineering

8/2014 – 7/2015 College of Science, Engineering and Health

1/2010 – 7/2014 College of Arts and Sciences

Associate Professor Department of Computer Science Pensacola, FL


Interim Associate Dean College of Arts and Sciences Pensacola, FL



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Assistant Professor Department of Computer Science Pensacola, FL


Teaching Assistant Computer Science & Engineering Department East Lansing, MI

9/2000 – 5/2001 Michigan State University

Instructor Computer Science & Engineering Department East Lansing, MI


Research Assistant Intelligent Systems Lab East Lansing, MI

5/1995 – 9/2000 Computer Science & Engineering Department

Michigan State University

Teaching Assistant Computer Science & Engineering Department East Lansing, MI


Software Engineer Automatic Systems Corporation Abu Dhabi, UAE

1/1993 – 6/1993

Programmer IBM Cairo, Egypt

4/1992 – 1/1993

Awards and Appointments

Member, Innovation Coast Board of Directors

November 2016 – present Innovation Coast, Pensacola, Florida.

Principal Investigator and Project Director

August 2012 – present NSF Faculty ADVANCE Program, University of West Florida.

Visiting Research Scientist

Spring 2011– present Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition, Pensacola, Florida.

Achievement Award

Awarded for service to advancing cybersecurity education at SAM 2016: 15th International Conference

on Security and Management, Las Vegas, NV, July 25 – 28, 2016.

Mentor

2015 Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) Project Kaleidoscope (PKAL) PKAL

Summer Leadership Institute, Claggett, MD, July 20 – 26, 2015.

Friend of Diversity Award, Awarded to ADVANCE Program by the Office of Equity,

April 2015 Diversity and International Affairs, University of West Florida.

President’s Award for Leadership in Diversity

April 2014 University of West Florida.

Administrative Fellow

Fall 2008 – Summer 2009 College Arts and Sciences Dean’s Office, University of West Florida.

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I worked with the Dean on college goals and developed and managed Teaching Partners, a program to

promote the development and exchange of best teaching practices, and facilitate peer reviews of teaching.

My responsibilities also included overseeing the college’s Scholars of Engineering, Applied Sciences

& Technology Annual Research Symposium, Faculty Activity Reports, and various assessment

initiatives.

Instructional Strategies and Assessment Fellow

Spring 2007 – Summer 2009 The Center for University Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, University

of West Florida.

I planned and facilitated events for the development of faculty skills in teaching, learning, and assessment,

including five mini-conferences, several workshops and roundtable discussions. I worked with faculty to

develop useful and sustainable instructional and assessment practices.

Paper and Poster Awards

Computer Science Award, 2016 Student Scholars Symposium: Timm, M. and El-Sheikh, E. Animal

ID: An Algorithmic Approach to Identifying Individual Animals in Images. University of West Florida,

Pensacola, FL, April 21, 2016.

Computer Science Award, 2015 Student Scholars Symposium: Mitchell, C., AI Research Group, and

El-Sheikh, E. The Hemingway Effect: A Comparison of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Methods. University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, April 23, 2015.

Computer Science Award, 2014 Student Scholars Symposium: Rowberry, B., AI Research Group, and

El-Sheikh, E. Race to the Finish: A Comparison of AI Search, Navigation, and Pathfinding Algorithms.

University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, April 24, 2014.

TechSoft Computer Science Award, 2013 Student Scholars Symposium: Stephen, D., Haynes, A., and

El-Sheikh, E. Wernicke: Natural Language Processing for Home Automation. University of West Florida,


Artificial Intelligence Award, 2011 Student Scholars Symposium: Connor, J. and El-Sheikh, E. Let’s

Make Music: Generating Music Using Artificial Intelligence. University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL,

April 21, 2011.

Computer Science Award, 2011 Student Scholars Symposium: Ramirez, Z. and El-Sheikh, E. An AI

Framework for Maze Navigation in Robotic Environments. University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL,

April 21, 2011.

Gaming/Simulation Award, 2011 Student Scholars Symposium: Broxton, T. and El-Sheikh, E.

Implementing Swarm Intelligence for Solving Complex Problems. University of West Florida, Pensacola,

FL, April 21, 2011.

Gaming/Simulation Award, 2011 Student Scholars Symposium: McConaghy, P., Graves, J., Brown,

P., Brewster, T., and El-Sheikh, E. Argos Glest: Ambitious AI Automating Annihilation (Intelligent Game

Play Using AI). University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, April 21, 2011.

Provost’s Award, SEASTARS 2010: McCarthy, J. and El-Sheikh, E. A Cooperative Intelligent Agent

Architecture for Enterprise Search. The 7th Annual Scholars of Engineering, Applied Sciences &

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Technology Annual Research Symposium, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, April 15, 2010.

Best Graduate Award, 2010 SEASTARS: Corliss, J. and El-Sheikh, E. Intelligent Network Traffic Flow

Analysis: the “Brains” of the System. The 7th Annual Scholars of Engineering, Applied Sciences &


Best Simulation Award, 2010 SEASTARS: Calvo, C. L. and El-Sheikh, E. Analysis of the A* Search

Algorithm: Using AI to Improve Search Effectiveness. The 7th Annual Scholars of Engineering, Applied

Sciences & Technology Annual Research Symposium, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, April

15, 2010.

Best Computer Science Award, 2010 SEASTARS: Cantero, F. M. and El-Sheikh, E. Can your Robot

Move? Navigation and Obstacle Avoidance. The 7th Annual Scholars of Engineering, Applied Sciences

& Technology Annual Research Symposium, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, April 15,

2010.

Best Computer Science Award, 2009 SEASTARS: Carff, J., El-Sheikh, E. M., Johnson, M., and Pratt,

J. E. A Human-Robot Team Navigation System for Complex Environments. The 6th Scholars of

Engineering, Applied Sciences & Technology Annual Research Symposium, University of West


Best Computer Science Award, 2008 SEASTARS: Swain, B., El-Sheikh, E., and Khabou, M.

Recognize This! A Neural Network-Based Recognizer of Handwritten Digits. The 5th Scholars of

Engineering, Applied Sciences & Technology Annual Research Symposium, University of West


Upsilon Pi Epsilon Induction

2008 International Honor Society for the Computing Disciplines

Best Paper Award Paper was selected among top 10% of papers at EISTA 2008: 6th

2008 International Conference on Education and Information Systems,

Technologies and Applications, Orlando, FL, June 29 – July 2, 2008.

El-Sheikh, E. (2008). Engaging Students in an Online Programming

Course: Lessons Learned.

Best Paper Award Paper was selected as best paper in session at EISTA 2007: The 5th

2007 International Conference on Education and Information Systems,

Technologies and Applications, Orlando, FL, July 12 – 15, 2007.

El-Sheikh, E., White, L., and Coffey, J. (2007). Reflections in Uncharted

Waters: Teaching Foundational Programming Online.

New Faculty Fellow The IEEE 2003 Frontiers in Education (FIE) Conference, Boulder,

2003 CO, November 5-8, 2003.

I was selected as a 2003 IEEE Faculty Fellow. Fellows are selected using a

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rigorous peer-reviewed application process to promote and acknowledge

their involvement in the development of innovative practices for Computer

Science and Engineering education.

Distinguished Teacher Nominated for the Distinguished Teacher Award at the University

2003 of West Florida, Spring 2003.

Thoman Fellow I was selected as a Thoman Fellow at Michigan State University

1999 for 1999 – 2000. The Thoman Fellow is awarded to outstanding and

motivated international scholars completing their doctoral studies, who

show achievement and promise in scholarship and leadership. I participated

in seminars, outreach programs, community service, global awareness

events, and volunteer work.

Best Paper Award Paper was selected as a best paper at 12th International Conference

1999 on Industrial and Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence and

Expert Systems, Cairo, Egypt.

El-Sheikh, E., and Sticklen, J. (1999). Leveraging a Task-specific Approach

for Intelligent Tutoring System Generation: Comparing the Generic Tasks

and KADS Frameworks.

Research and Scholarly Activities

Books

Daimi, K., Francia, G., Ertual, L., Encinas, L., and El-Sheikh, E. (2017). Computer and Network

Security Essentials, Springer International Publishing, ISBN 978-3-319-58423-2, 2017.

El-Sheikh, E., Zimmermann, A., and Jain, L. (2016). Emerging Trends in the Evolution of Service-

Oriented and Enterprise Architectures, Springer International Publishing ISBN 978-3-319-40562-9, DOI

10.1007/978-3-319-40564-3.

Refereed Journal Publications and Book Chapters

Warren, C., Reed, A., El-Sheikh, E., and Le-Khac, N.A. (2017). Privacy Preserving Internet Browsers –

Forensic Analysis. Computer and Network Security Essentials (Daimi, K., Francia, G., Ertual, L.,

Encinas, L., and El-Sheikh, E., Eds.). Springer International Publishing, ISBN 978-3-319-58423-2,

2017.

Wilde, N., Gonen, B., El-Sheikh, E., and Zimmermann, A. (2016). Approaches to the Evolution of SOA

Systems. Trends in the Evolution of Service-Oriented and Enterprise Architectures (E. El-Sheikh, A.

Zimmermann and L. Jain, Eds.). Springer International Publishing ISBN 978-3-319-40562-9, DOI

10.1007/978-3-319-40564-3.

Zimmermann, A., Schmidt, R., Sandkuhl, K., El-Sheikh, E., Jugel, D., Schweda, C., Möhring, M.,

Wißotzki, M., Lantow, B. (2016). Leveraging Analytics for Digital Transformation of Enterprise Services

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and Architectures. Trends in the Evolution of Service-Oriented and Enterprise Architectures (E. El-

Sheikh, A. Zimmermann and L. Jain, Eds.). Springer International Publishing ISBN 978-3-319-40562-9,

DOI 10.1007/978-3-319-40564-3.

Gonen, B., Fang, X., El-Sheikh, E., Bagui, S., Wilde, N., and Zimmermann, A. (2014). Ontological

Support for the Evolution of Future Services Oriented Architectures. Transactions on Machine Learning

and Artificial Intelligence, vol. 2, no. 6, pp. 77 – 90, 2014.

Maestre, A., El-Sheikh, E., Williamson, D., and Ward, A. (2014). A Machine Learning Tool for Weighted

Regressions in Time, Discharge, and Season. International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and

Applications, vol. 5, no. 3, pp. 99 – 106, 2014.

El-Sheikh, E., Reichherzer, T., White, L., Wilde, N., Coffey, J., Bagui, S., Goehring, G., and Baskin, A.

(2013). Towards Enhanced Program Comprehension for Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) Systems,

Journal of Software Engineering and Applications, vol. 6, pp. 435 – 445, 2013.

Wilde, N., Bagui, S., Coffey, J., El-Sheikh, E., Reichherzer, T., White, L., Goehring, G., Terry, C., Baskin,

A. (2013). “Interoperable Systems and Software Evolution: Issues and Approaches,” Digital Enterprise

Design and Management 2013, Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, volume 205, 2013,

chapter 10, pp. 45-56, Springer Berlin Heidelberg, doi={10.1007/978-3-642-37317-6_5}.

Goehring, G., Reichherzer, T., El-Sheikh, E., Snider, D., Wilde, N., Bagui, S., Coffey, J., and White, L.

(2013). A Knowledge-Based System Approach for Extracting Abstractions from Service Oriented

Architecture Artifacts. International Journal of Advanced Research in Artificial Intelligence, vol. 2, no.3,

pp. 44 – 52, 2013.

El-Sheikh, E. and Prayaga, L. (2011). Development and Use of AI and Game Applications in

Undergraduate Computer Science Courses. Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges, vol. 27, no. 2, pp.

114-122, December 2011.

Fernandez, J.R. and El-Sheikh, E.M. (2011). CluSandra: A Framework and Algorithm for Data Stream

Cluster Analysis. International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and Applications, vol. 2, no. 11,

pp. 87-99, 2011.

Perez, C.A., El-Sheikh, E.M. and Glymour, C. (2010). Discovering Effective Connectivity among Brain

Regions from Functional MRI Data. International Journal of Computers in Healthcare, vol. 1, no. 1, pp.

86 - 102. Inderscience Publishers.

Stanny, C., El-Sheikh, E., Ellenberg, G., & Halonen, J. S. (2010). First Things First: Attending to

Assessment Issues. Dunn, D. S., McCarthy, M. A., Baker, S., & Halonen, J. S. Using Quality Benchmarks

for Assessing and Developing Undergraduate Programs. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass, pp. 46 – 70.

El-Sheikh, E. M., Mbizo, J., Stanny, C. J., Stewart, G. L., Sutton, M. A., White, L. J., and Williams, M.

H1. (2010). Engaging Faculty in the Assessment Process at the University of West Florida. P. L. Maki,

Ed., Coming to Terms with Student Outcomes Assessment. Sterling, VA: Stylus Publishing, pp. 178 -

190.

Halonen, J. S. and El-Sheikh, E. M. (2010). How Chairs Help Departments Become Great. Academic

Leader, June 2010 issue. Madison, WI: Magna Publications

1 Authors are listed in alphabetical order. All authors contributed equally to manuscript.

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El-Sheikh, E. and Sticklen, J. (2009). Reusing Task-Specific Knowledge-Based Systems to Generate

Intelligent Tutoring Systems. International Journal of Advanced Intelligence Paradigms, vol. 1, no. 3, pp.

251 – 274. Inderscience Publishers.

Prayaga, L., Prayaga, C., Simmons, S., and El-Sheikh, E. (2009). Visual Interactive Artificial Neural

Network (VIANN) Tutor. Bulletin of Applied Computing and Information Technology (BACIT), vol. 7,

no. 1.

El-Sheikh, E. (2009). Techniques for Engaging Students in an Online Programming Course. Journal of

Systemics, Cybernetics, and Informatics, vol. 7, no. 1, pp. 1 - 12. IIIC Press.

El-Sheikh, E., Coffey, J., and White, L. (2008). Exploring Technologies, Materials, and Methods for an

Online Foundational Programming Course. International Journal of Informatics in Education, vol. 7, no.

2, pp. 259-276.

El-Sheikh, E. (2005). An Adaptive Learning Environment for Improving Learning Experiences in

Introductory Computer Programming Courses. The International Journal of Learning, vol. 12, no. 9, pp.

83-90.

El-Sheikh, E. and Sticklen, J. (2002). Generating Intelligent Tutoring Systems from Reusable Components

and Knowledge-Based Systems. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, S. Cerri, G. Gouarderes, and F.

Paraguacu (Eds.), Springer-Verlag, vol. 2363, pp. 199-207.

El-Sheikh, E. (2000). Generation of Intelligent Tutoring Systems from Existing Expert Systems, In: The

1999 SIGART/AAAI Doctoral Consortium, J. Wiebe (Ed.), Intelligence, vol. 11, no. 2, pp. 43-48.

El-Sheikh, E., and Sticklen, J. (1998). A Framework for Developing Intelligent Tutoring Systems

Incorporating Reusability. Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence, J. Mira, A. del Pobil, and M. Ali,

(Eds.), Springer-Verlag, vol. 1415, pp. 558-567.

Refereed Conference Proceedings Publications

Timm, M. and El-Sheikh, E. (2017). An Evaluation of Machine Learning Algorithms for Prediction of

Shelter Animal Outcomes. Proceedings of the 32nd International Conference on Computers And Their

Applications (CATA 2017). March 20 – 22, 2017, Honolulu, HI.

Useche, O. and El-Sheikh, E. (2016). An Intelligent Web-Based System for Measuring Students’

Attention Levels. Proceedings of ICAI 2016: The 18th International Conference on Artificial Intelligence,

July 25 – 28, 2016, Las Vegas, NV, CSREA Press.

Baggs, J.P., Renner, M. and El-Sheikh, E. (2016). A Faster Alternative to Traditional A* Search:

Dynamically Weighted BDBOP. Proceedings of ICAI 2016: The 18th International Conference on

Artificial Intelligence, July 25 – 28, 2016, Las Vegas, NV, CSREA Press.

Useche, O. and El-Sheikh, E. (2015). An Intelligent System Framework for Measuring Attention Levels

of Students in Online Course Environments. Proceedings of ICAI 2015: The 17th International Conference

on Artificial Intelligence, July 27 – 30, 2015, Las Vegas, NV, CSREA Press.

Gonen, B., Fang, X., El-Sheikh, E., Bagui, S., Wilde, N., Zimmermann, A., and Petrov, I. (2014).

Maintaining SOA Systems of the Future: How Can Ontological Modeling Help? Proceedings of KEOD

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2014: The International Conference on Knowledge Engineering and Ontology Development, October 21

– 24, 2014, Rome, Italy.

Zimmermann, A., Gonen, B., Schmidt, R., El-Sheikh, E., Bagui, S., and Wilde. N. (2014). Adaptable

Enterprise Architectures for Software Evolution of SmartLife Ecosystem. Proceedings of IEEE EDOC –

SoEA4EE 2014: The Sixth Workshop on Service oriented Enterprise Architecture for Enterprise

Engineering, Sep. 1-5, 2014, Ulm, Germany.

Maestre, A. and El-Sheikh, E. (2014). A Comparison of Machine Learning Techniques for the Generation

of River and Stream Water Quality Estimates. Proceedings of ICAI 2014: The 2014 International

Conference on Artificial Intelligence, July 21 – 24, 2014, Las Vegas, NV, CSREA Press.

Zimmermann, A., Pretz, M., Zimmermann, G., Firesmith, D., Petrov, I., and El-Sheikh, E. (2013).

Towards Service-oriented Enterprise Architectures for Big Data Applications in the Cloud. The Fifth

International Workshop on Service Oriented Enterprise Architecture for Enterprise Engineering,

September 9, Vancouver, BC.

El-Sheikh, E., Bagui, S., Firesmith, D., Petrov, I., Wilde, N., Zimmermann, A. (2013). Towards Semantic-

Supported SmartLife System Architectures for Big Data Services in the Cloud. Proceedings of The Fifth

International Conference on Advanced Service Computing, May 27 – June 1, Valencia, Spain, IARIA

XPS Press.

McGraw, B. and El-Sheikh, E. (2013). Integrating Reinforcement Learning with Communication for

Multi-Agent Systems. Proceedings of the 28th International Conference on Computers And Their

Applications (CATA 2013). March 4 – 6, 2013, Honolulu, HI, pp. 123 – 128.

Satterfield, S., Reichherzer, T., Coffey, J., and El-Sheikh, E. (2012). Application of Structural Case-based

Reasoning to Activity Recognition in Smart Home Environments. Proceedings of The 11th International

Conference on Machine Learning and Applications. December 12-15, 2012, Boca Raton, FL.

Jackson, R. and El-Sheikh, E. (2012). A Case Study Building a Web-Based Dietitian Expert System.

Proceedings of ICAI'12: The 2012 International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, July 16 – 19, 2012,

Las Vegas, NV, vol. 1, pp. 445 – 451, CSREA Press.

White, L., Wilde, N., Reichherzer, T., El-Sheikh, E., Goehring, G., Baskin, A., Hartmann, B., and Manea,

M. (2012). Understanding Interoperable Systems: Challenges for the Maintenance of SOA Applications.

Proceedings of 45th Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences (HICSS), pp. 2199-2206,

January 2012.

Reichherzer, T., El-Sheikh, E., Wilde, N., White, L., Coffey, J., Simmons, S. (2011). Towards Intelligent

Search Support for Web Services Evolution: Identifying the Right Abstractions. Proceedings of 2011 13th

IEEE International Symposium on Web Systems Evolution (WSE), pp.53-58, Sep. 30, 2011.

McCarthy, J. M. and El-Sheikh, E. M. (2011). Image Generation and Analysis for the Android Platform:

Exploring Computer Vision in Mobile Development Environments. Proceedings of IPCVI'11: The 2011

International Conference on Image Processing, Computer Vision, and Pattern Recognition, Las Vegas,

NV, July 18 – 21, 2011, CSREA Press.

El-Sheikh, E. M., Perez, C. A., and Glymour, C. (2010). Using Causal Modeling for Determining

Connectivity among Brain Regions. Proceedings of ICAI'10: The 2010 International Conference on

Artificial Intelligence, Las Vegas, NV, July 12 – 15, 2010, CSREA Press, pp. 653 - 659.

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McCarthy, J. M. and El-Sheikh, E. M. (2010). A Cooperative-Agent Architecture for Managing Large

Document Collections in Corporate Intranets. Proceedings of ICAI'10: The 2010 International Conference

on Artificial Intelligence, Las Vegas, NV, July 12 – 15, 2010, CSREA Press, pp. 438 - 443.

Corliss, J. and El-Sheikh, E. M. (2010). An Intelligent System for Network Traffic Flow Analysis.

Proceedings of ICAI'10: The 2010 International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Las Vegas, NV,

July 12 – 15, 2010, CSREA Press, pp. 716 - 722.

Carff, J., Johnson, M., El-Sheikh, E. M., and Pratt, J. E. (2009). Human-Robot Team Navigation in

Visually Complex Environments. Proceedings of IROS 2009: The 2009 IEEE/RSJ International

Conference on Intelligent RObots and Systems, St. Louis, MO, Oct. 11 – 15, 2009.

El-Sheikh, E. and Swain, B. (2009). A Geospatial Natural Language-Based Path Understanding System.

Proceedings of ICAI'09: The 2009 International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Las Vegas, NV,

July 13 – 16, 2009, CSREA Press, pp. 161 - 167.

Wells, D. L., El-Sheikh, E. M., Sutton, M. A., Di Santo, V., and Bennett, W. A. (2009). Automated Image

Processing of X-Radiographics of Digestion in Stingrays. Proceedings of ICAI'09: The 2009 International

Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Las Vegas, NV, July 13 – 16, 2009, CSREA Press, pp. 715 - 719.

White, L., Coffey, J., and El-Sheikh, E. (2009). A Longitudinal Study of the Effectiveness of Teaching

Introductory Programming Courses Online. Proceedings of ED-MEDIA 2009: World Conference on

Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia & Telecommunications. Honolulu, Hawaii, June 22-26, 2009,

AACE Press.

Perez, C. and El-Sheikh, E. (2009). Learning and Representing Causal Relationships with Bayesian

Networks. Proceedings of CATA-2009: The 24th International Conference on Computers and Their

Applications, New Orleans, LA, April 8-10, 2009, ISCA Press, pp. 252 - 257.

El-Sheikh, E., Swain, B., and Khabou, M. (2008). A Comparison of Neural Network Architectures for

Handwritten Digit Recognition. Proceedings of ICAI'08: The 2008 International Conference on Artificial

Intelligence, Las Vegas, NV, July 14 – 17, 2008, CSREA Press, pp. 28-32.

El-Sheikh, E., Coffey, J., and White, L. (2008). Exploring the Use of Virtual Synchronous Sessions in an

Online Foundational Programming Course. Proceedings of FECS'08: The 2008 International Conference

on Frontiers in Education: Computer Science and Computer Engineering, Las Vegas, NV, July 14 – 17,

2008, CSREA Press, pp. 395-401.

El-Sheikh, E., and Becker, J. (2008). G-Bots: Intelligent Agents in a Complex Simulated Environment.

Proceedings of WMSCI 2008: The 12th World Multi-Conference on Systemics, Cybernetics and

Informatics, Orlando, FL, June 29 – July 2, 2008, IIIS Press, pp. 109-113.

El-Sheikh, E. (2008). Engaging Students in an Online Programming Course: Lessons Learned.

Proceedings of EISTA 2008: The 6th International Conference on Education and Information Systems,

Technologies, and Applications, Orlando, FL, June 29 – July 2, 2008, IIIS Press, pp. 37-41.

El-Sheikh, E., White, L., and Coffey, J. (2007). Reflections in Uncharted Waters: Teaching Foundational

Programming Online. Proceedings of EISTA 2007: The 5th International Conference on Education and

Information Systems, Technologies and Applications, Orlando, FL, July 12 – 15, 2007, IIIS Press, pp.

310-314.

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El-Sheikh, E. and Stanny, C. (2007). Creating Institutional Structures to Promote, Reward, and Sustain

Faculty Work on Assessment and Scholarship of Teaching and Learning. Proceedings of the 2007

Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) Conference, Savannah, GA, Nov. 1 – 3,

2007.

Coffey, J., El-Sheikh, E., and Redding, C. (2007). Barriers to Open-Source Software Migration: A Case

Study from Higher Education. Proceedings of WMSCI 2007: The 11th World Multi-Conference on

Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics, Orlando, FL, July 8 – 11, 2007, IIIS Press, pp. 155-158.

Stanny, C. and El-Sheikh, E. (2007). Integrating Assessment and Faculty Development in a Teaching

Center: Issues and Conflicts. Proceedings of the 2007 International Assessment and Retention Conference

(IARC), St. Louis, MO, June 7 – 10, 2007.

Horsley, J., Wooten, M., and El-Sheikh, E. (2006). Shoechicken: An Intelligent System for

Recommending RSS/Atom Content. Proceedings of the 21st International Conference on Computers And

Their Applications (CATA), Seattle, WA, March 23 – 25, 2006, ISCA Press, pp. 206-210.

El-Sheikh, E. and Greene, M. (2005). A Program Visualization Tool for Learning Introductory Java

Programming. Proceedings of FECS'05: The 2005 International Conference on Frontiers in Education:

Computer Science and Computer Engineering, Las Vegas, NV, June 20 – 23, 2005, CSREA Press, pp.

48-54.

El-Sheikh, E., Taylor, L., Digman, M., and Carff, C. (2005). Using Interactive Learning Environments in

the Introductory Computer Science Curriculum. FECS'05: The 2005 International Conference on Frontiers

in Education: Computer Science and Computer Engineering, Las Vegas, NV, June 20 – 23, 2005, CSREA

Press, pp.95-101.

Harrell, D., Bataineh, M., El-Sheikh, E., and Spolski, J. (2004). The Development of a Pre-College

Engineering Curriculum for High School Students: Design and Implementation. Proceedings of FIE-2004:

The 2004 Frontiers in Education Conference. October 20 – 23, Savannah, GA, IEEE Press, pp. F4D:1-5.

El-Sheikh, E. (2003). A Conceptual Problem-Based Learning Environment for Teaching Introductory

Programming. Proceedings of FIE-2003: The 2003 Frontiers in Education Conference, November 5 – 8,

Boulder, CO, IEEE Press, pp. T4C:28.

El-Sheikh, E. and Sticklen, J. (2003). Using Hierarchical Classification-Based Expert Systems to Support

Tutoring. Proceedings of IC-AI’03: The 2003 International Conference on Artificial Intelligence. June 23

– 26, Las Vegas, NV. CSREA Press, pp. 636-642.

El-Sheikh, E. and Sticklen, J. (2002). A Task-Specific Architecture for the Generation of Intelligent

Tutoring Systems. Proceedings of FLAIRS-2002: The 15th International Florida Artificial Intelligence

Research Society Conference. May 14 – 16, Pensacola Beach, Florida. AAAI Press, pp. 294-298.

El-Sheikh, E. (1999). Development of a Methodology and Software Shell for the Automatic Generation

of Intelligent Tutoring Systems from Existing Generic Task-based Expert Systems. AAAI-99: Sixteenth

National Conference on Artificial Intelligence, SIGART/AAAI-99 Doctoral Consortium. Orlando,

Florida, AAAI Press, pp. 945.

El-Sheikh, E., and Sticklen, J. (1999). Leveraging a Task-specific Approach for Intelligent Tutoring

System Generation: Comparing the Generic Tasks and KADS Frameworks. IEA-AIE 1999: 12th

International Conference on Industrial and Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence and Expert

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Systems, Cairo, Egypt, Springer-Verlag Press, pp. 809-819.

El-Sheikh, E. and Sticklen, J. (1998). Using a Functional Approach to Model Learning Environments.

ECAI'98: European Conference on Artificial Intelligence Model Based Reasoning for Intelligent

Education Environments Workshop, Brighton, UK, ECAI Press, pp. 30-40.

El-Sheikh, E., Bakowska, F., Penney, C., Liu, R., and Sticklen, J. (1997). Utilizing the WWW for

Industrial Training. WebNet 97: World Conference of the WWW, Internet, and Intranet, Toronto, Canada,

AACE Press, pp. 14.

El-Sheikh, E., Penney, C., Bakowska, F., Liu, R., Kamel, A., and Sticklen, J. (1997). Intelligent Tutoring

for Polymer Composite Molding. 1997 Symposium on Low-Cost, High-Speed Polymer Composites

Processing, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI.

El-Sheikh, E., Penney, C., Liu, R., Kamel, A., McCullough, R. L., and Sticklen, J. (1997). Leveraging

Computer Technology to Support Training in Liquid Molding Technologies for Polymer Composite

Materials. NSF Engineering Education Innovators' Conference, Technology Reinvestment Project in

Manufacturing Education and Training, Washington, DC.

El-Sheikh, E., Kamel, A., and Sticklen, J. (1996). An ITS Shell Leveraging the Generic Task Approach

to Problem Solving. ITS'96: Third International Conference on Intelligent Tutoring Systems Workshop

on Architectures and Methods for Designing Cost-Effective and Reusable ITSs, Montreal, Canada.

El-Sheikh, E., Sticklen, J., Kamel, A., and Schroeder, K. (1996). Neper Wheat: Integrating Expert Systems

and Crop Modeling Technology. 6th International Conference on Computers in Agriculture, American

Society of Agricultural Engineers, Cancun, Mexico.

Conference Presentations and Posters

Timm, M. and El-Sheikh, E. (2017). An Evaluation of Machine Learning Algorithms for Prediction of

Shelter Animal Outcomes. The 32nd International Conference on Computers And Their Applications

(CATA 2017). March 20 – 22, 2017, Honolulu, HI.

Useche, O. and El-Sheikh, E. (2016). An Intelligent Web-Based System for Measuring Students’

Attention Levels. ICAI 2016: The 18th International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, July 25 – 28,

2016, Las Vegas, NV.

Baggs, J.P., Renner, M. and El-Sheikh, E. (2016). A Faster Alternative to Traditional A* Search:

Dynamically Weighted BDBOP. ICAI 2016: The 18th International Conference on Artificial Intelligence,

July 25 – 28, 2016, Las Vegas, NV.

Schneider, S. K., Bryan, L. K., Chung, H., El-Sheikh, E., Hays-Thomas, R., Thompson, C., Vaughan, P.,

& Walch, S. E. (May, 2016). Development and revision of a reliable and valid faculty culture survey to

measure advancement of women in the STEM disciplines. 28th annual meeting of the Association for

Psychological Science, May 2016, Chicago, IL.

Schneider, S. K., Bryan, L. K., Chung, H., El-Sheikh, E., Hays-Thomas, R., Thompson, C., Vaughan, P.,

& Walch, S. E. (May, 2016). Development of a survey to measure faculty culture supportive of women

scientists in ADVANCE Institutions. 2016 NSF ADVANCE/GSE Program Workshop Broadening

Participation: Research, Interventions, Impact, May 2016, Baltimore, MD.

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Baggs, J. P., Renner, M. and El-Sheikh, E. (2016). Enhancing Path Finding in 3D Environments using

Navigation Meshes and Hybrid Search Algorithms. 2016 Student Scholars Symposium, University of

West Florida, Pensacola, FL, April 21, 2016.

Dhimal, P., Sanford, K. and El-Sheikh, E. (2016). Stock Predictor Using Machine Learning. 2016 Student

Scholars Symposium, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, April 21, 2016.

Self, C., AI Research Group and El-Sheikh, E. (2016). Argonaut Tour-Bot: A Tour Robot for University

of West Florida’s Science and Engineering Building. 2016 Student Scholars Symposium, University of


Timm, M. and El-Sheikh, E. (2016). Animal ID: An Algorithmic Approach to Identifying Individual

Animals in Images. 2016 Student Scholars Symposium, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, April

21, 2016.

Timm, M., White, T. and El-Sheikh, E. (2016). TourBot: Ultimate Robot Tour Guide of Building 4. 2016

Student Scholars Symposium, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, April 21, 2016.

Schneider, S. K., Bryan, L. K., Chung, H., El-Sheikh, E., Hays-Thomas, R., Thompson, C., Vaughan, P.

& Walch, S. E. (March, 2016). Updates on UWF Faculty Climate and Culture from the 2015 ADVANCE

Faculty Culture Survey. Poster presented at the 15th Annual Women’s Studies Conference, March 2016,

Pensacola, FL.

Useche, O. and El-Sheikh, E. (2015). An Intelligent System Framework for Measuring Attention Levels

of Students in Online Course Environments. ICAI'15: The 17th International Conference on Artificial

Intelligence, July 27 – 30, 2015, Las Vegas, NV.

Vaughan, P., Thompson, C., Howard, M., El-Sheikh, E., Schneider, S., Walch, E., Chung, H., Bauer, K.,

and Kantaras, I. (2015). Exploring Mentoring Considerations of Female STEM Faculty in Higher

Education. 2015 National Science Foundation ADVANCE/GSE Program Workshop: Broadening

Participation through Innovations for Institutional and Educational Transformation, Baltimore, MD,

May 31 – June 2, 2015.

Vaughan, P., Thompson, C., Howard, M., El-Sheikh, E., Schneider, S., Walch, E., Chung, H., Bauer, K.,

and Kantaras, I. (2015). Exploring Mentoring Considerations of Female STEM Faculty in Higher

Education. 2015 Faculty Research Showcase, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, April 23, 2015.

Mitchell, C., AI Research Group, and El-Sheikh, E. (2015). The Hemingway Effect: A Comparison of

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Methods. 2015 Student Scholars Symposium, University of


El-Sheikh, E., Molek, E., Chung, H. (2014). Faculty-led Strategies for Advancing Undergraduate STEM

Education: Best Practices and Lessons Learned. 2014 AAC&U PKAL Conference: Transforming STEM

Higher Education Conference, Nov. 6 – 8, 2014, Atlanta, GA.

Gonen, B., Fang, X., El-Sheikh, E., Bagui, S., Wilde, N., Zimmermann, A., and Petrov, I. (2014).

Maintaining SOA Systems of the Future: How Can Ontological Modeling Help? KEOD 2014: The

International Conference on Knowledge Engineering and Ontology Development, October 21 – 24, 2014,

Rome, Italy.

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Maestre, A. and El-Sheikh, E. (2014). A Comparison of Machine Learning Techniques for the Generation

of River and Stream Water Quality Estimates. ICAI'14: The 2014 International Conference on Artificial

Intelligence, July 21 – 24, 2014, Las Vegas, NV.

Rowberry, B., AI Research Group, and El-Sheikh, E. (2014). Race to the Finish: A Comparison of AI

Search, Navigation, and Pathfinding Algorithms. 2014 Student Scholars Symposium, University of West


Gonen, B., Fang, X., El-Sheikh, E., Bagui, S., and Wilde, N. (2014). Semantic Traversing Documents by

Using Semantic Relationships. 2014 Faculty Research Showcase, University of West Florida, Pensacola,

FL, April 24, 2014.

Wilde, N., Coffey, J., White, L., Snider, D., Reichherzer, T., El- Sheikh, E., and Gonen, B. (2014). A

Knowledge Engineering, Team-Based Approach to Introducing Security Assurance Cases. 2014 Faculty

Research Showcase, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, April 24, 2014.

Schneider, S., Bryan, L., El-Sheikh, E., Hays-Thomas, R., Vaughan, P., and Walch, E. (2014).

Development of a Reliable and Valid Faculty Culture Survey for ADVANCE Grant Institutions. 2014

Faculty Research Showcase, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, April 24, 2014.

El-Sheikh, E., Bagui, S., Firesmith, D., Petrov, I., Wilde, N., Zimmermann, A. (2013). Towards Semantic-

Supported SmartLife System Architectures for Big Data Services in the Cloud. The Fifth International

Conferences on Advanced Service Computing, May 27 – June 1, Valencia, Spain.

Stephen, D., Haynes, A., and El-Sheikh, E. (2013). Wernicke: Natural Language Processing for Home

Automation. 2013 Student Scholars Symposium, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, April 25,

2013.

McGraw, B. and El-Sheikh, E. (2013). Integrating Reinforcement Learning with Communication for

Multi-Agent Systems. 28th International Conference on Computers And Their Applications (CATA 2013),

March 4 – 6, 2013, Honolulu, HI.

Schneider, S., Koppes Bryan, L., El-Sheikh, E., Hays-Thomas, R., Vaughan, P., and Walch, S. (2013).

Development of a Reliable and Valid Faculty Culture Survey for ADVANCE Grant Institutions. 2013

NSF ADVANCE Program Workshop, March 3 – 5, 2013, Washington, DC.

Jackson, R. and El-Sheikh, E. (2012). A Case Study Building a Web-Based Dietitian Expert System.

ICAI'12: The 2012 International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, July 16 – 19, 2012, Las Vegas,

NV.

El-Sheikh, E. and Lanier, G. (2012). Promoting High-Impact Practices and Student Success: Models for

Faculty Development and Reward. AAC&U Student Success: Pushing Boundaries, Raising Bars

Conference, Seattle, WA, March 22 – 24, 2012.

McCarthy, J. M. and El-Sheikh, E. M. (2011). Image Generation and Analysis for the Android Platform:

Exploring Computer Vision in Mobile Development Environments. IPCVI'11: The 2011 International

Conference on Image Processing, Computer Vision, and Pattern Recognition, Las Vegas, NV, July 18 –

21, 2011.

Broxton, T. and El-Sheikh, E. (2011). Implementing Swarm Intelligence for Solving Complex Problems.

2011 Student Scholars Symposium, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, April 21, 2011.

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Connor, J. and El-Sheikh, E. (2011). Let’s Make Music: Generating Music Using Artificial Intelligence.


Davis, J., Ruble, A., and El-Sheikh, E. (2011). Very Intelligent STock Analyzer (VISTA). 2011 Student


Dimmig, T., Lorenz, J., and El-Sheikh, E. (2011). Autonomous Virtual Rover: Using AI to Navigate and

Survive in Unknown Terrain. 2011 Student Scholars Symposium, University of West Florida, Pensacola,

FL, April 21, 2011.

King, A. and El-Sheikh, E. (2011). Optimizing Best-Case Performance in WoW Using AI. 2011 Student


McConaghy, P., Graves, J., Brown, P., Brewster, T., and El-Sheikh, E. (2011). Argos Glest: Ambitious

AI Automating Annihilation (Intelligent Game Play Using AI). 2011 Student Scholars Symposium,

University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, April 21, 2011.

Ramirez, Z. and El-Sheikh, E. (2011). An AI Framework for Maze Navigation in Robotic Environments.


El-Sheikh, E. M., Perez, C. A., and Glymour, C. (2010). Using Causal Modeling for Determining

Connectivity among Brain Regions. ICAI'10: The 2010 International Conference on Artificial

Intelligence, Las Vegas, NV, July 12 – 15, 2010.

McCarthy, J. M. and El-Sheikh, E. M. (2010). A Cooperative-Agent Architecture for Managing Large

Document Collections in Corporate Intranets. ICAI'10: The 2010 International Conference on Artificial


Corliss, J. and El-Sheikh, E. M. (2010). An Intelligent System for Network Traffic Flow Analysis.

ICAI'10: The 2010 International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Las Vegas, NV, July 12 – 15, 2010.

Calvo, C. L. and El-Sheikh, E. (2010). Analysis of the A* Search Algorithm: Using AI to Improve Search

Effectiveness. SEASTARS 2010: The 7th Annual Scholars of Engineering, Applied Sciences &


Cantero, F. M. and El-Sheikh, E. (2010). Can your Robot Move? Navigation and Obstacle Avoidance.

SEASTARS 2010: The 7th Annual Scholars of Engineering, Applied Sciences & Technology Annual

Research Symposium, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, April 15, 2010.

Corliss, J. and El-Sheikh, E. (2010). Intelligent Network Traffic Flow Analysis: the “Brains” of the

System. SEASTARS 2010: The 7th Annual Scholars of Engineering, Applied Sciences & Technology

Annual Research Symposium, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, April 15, 2010.

Kedambadi, R. and El-Sheikh, E. (2010). Improving the Efficiency of Probabilistic Reasoning.

SEASTARS 2010: The 7th Annual Scholars of Engineering, Applied Sciences & Technology Annual

Research Symposium, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, April 15, 2010.

McCarthy, J. and El-Sheikh, E. (2010). A Cooperative Intelligent Agent Architecture for Enterprise

Search. SEASTARS 2010: The 7th Annual Scholars of Engineering, Applied Sciences & Technology


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Stanny, C. and El-Sheikh, E. (2009). Strategies for Effective Use of Technology to Promote Faculty

Development. The 2009 Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACS-

CoC) Annual Meeting, Atlanta, GA, December 5 – 8, 2009.

El-Sheikh, E. and Swain, B. (2009). A Geospatial Natural Language-Based Path Understanding System.

ICAI'09: The 2009 International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Las Vegas, NV, July 13 – 16, 2009.

Wells, D. L., El-Sheikh, E. M., Sutton, M. A., Di Santo, V., and Bennett, W. A. (2009). Automated Image

Processing of X-Radiographics of Digestion in Stingrays. ICAI'09: The 2009 International Conference on

Artificial Intelligence, Las Vegas, NV, July 13 – 16, 2009.

Perez, C. and El-Sheikh, E. (2009). Learning and Representing Causal Relationships with Bayesian

Networks. CATA-2009: The 24th International Conference on Computers and Their Applications, New

Orleans, LA, April 8-10, 2009.

Carff, J., El-Sheikh, E. M., Johnson, M., and Pratt, J. E. (2009). A Human-Robot Team Navigation System

for Complex Environments. SEASTARS 2009: The 6th Annual Scholars of Engineering, Applied Sciences

& Technology Annual Research Symposium, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, April 16, 2009.

Perez, C. and El-Sheikh, E. M. (2009). Learning and Representing Causal Relationships with Bayesian

Networks. SEASTARS 2009: The 6th Annual Scholars of Engineering, Applied Sciences & Technology


Perez, C., El-Sheikh, E. M., and Glymour, C. (2009). Discovering Causal Connections between Brain

Regions from Functional MRI Data. SEASTARS 2009: The 6th Annual Scholars of Engineering, Applied


16, 2009.

Swain, B. A. and El-Sheikh, E. M. (2009). Where Do We Go From Here? An Approach and System for

Path Understanding Using Geospatial Natural Language. SEASTARS 2009: The 6th Annual Scholars of

Engineering, Applied Sciences & Technology Annual Research Symposium, University of West Florida,


Wells, D. L., El-Sheikh, E. M., Sutton, M. A., Di Santo, V., and Bennett, W. A. (2009). An Application

for Automated Image Processing of Stingray Digestion X-Rays. SEASTARS 2009: The 6th Annual

Scholars of Engineering, Applied Sciences & Technology Annual Research Symposium, University of


Stanny, C., El-Sheikh, E., and Chung, H. M. (2009). Getting Started with an SoTL Project. 2009 UWF

Spring Mini-Conference on Best Practices for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL),

University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, February 27, 2009.

Stanny, C., Hurd, J., and El-Sheikh, E. (2008). Strategies for Assessing the Impact of a Quality

Enhancement Plan. The 2008 Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

(SACS-CoC) Annual Meeting, San Antonio, TX, December 6 – 9, 2008.

El-Sheikh, E., Swain, B., and Khabou, M. (2008). A Comparison of Neural Network Architectures for

Handwritten Digit Recognition. Presented at ICAI'08: The 2008 International Conference on Artificial


El-Sheikh, E., Coffey, J., and White, L. (2008). Exploring the Use of Virtual Synchronous Sessions in an

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Online Foundational Programming Course. Presented at FECS'08: The 2008 International Conference on

Frontiers in Education: Computer Science and Computer Engineering, Las Vegas, NV, July 14 – 17, 2008.

El-Sheikh, E., and Becker, J. (2008). G-Bots: Intelligent Agents in a Complex Simulated Environment.

Presented at WMSCI 2008: The 12th World Multi-Conference on Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics,

Orlando, FL, June 29 – July 2, 2008.

El-Sheikh, E. (2008). Engaging Students in an Online Programming Course: Lessons Learned. Presented

at EISTA 2008: The 6th International Conference on Education and Information Systems, Technologies,

and Applications, Orlando, FL, June 29 – July 2, 2008.

Swain, B., El-Sheikh, E., and Khabou, M. (2008). Recognize This! A Neural Network-Based

Recognizer of Handwritten Digits. SEASTARS 2008: The 5th Annual Scholars of Engineering, Applied


14, 2008.

Becker, J. and El-Sheikh, E. (2008). G-Bots: Artificial Intelligence for a Simulated Environment of

Gravitation and Newtonian Physics. SEASTARS 2008: The 5th Annual Scholars of Engineering, Applied


14, 2008.

El-Sheikh, E. and Stanny, C. (2007). Using Assessment Practices to Promote the Scholarship of Teaching

and Learning. 2007 UWF Fall Mini-Conference on Best Practices for Face-to-Face and Online Learning:

Promoting Active Learning and Student Engagement, University of West Florida, November 8, 2007.

El-Sheikh, E. and Stanny, C. (2007). Creating Institutional Strategies to Promote, Reward, and Sustain

Faculty Work on Assessment and Scholarship of Teaching and Learning. The Association of American

Colleges and Universities Conference (AAC&U): Network for Academic Renewal, Savannah, GA, Nov.

1 – 3, 2007.

El-Sheikh, E. (2007). Faculty Development Activities and Services of the Center for University Teaching,

Learning, and Assessment. Employee Excellence Program, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL,

October 19, 2007.

El-Sheikh, E., White, L., and Coffey, J. (2007). Reflections in Uncharted Waters: Teaching Foundational

Programming Online. EISTA 2007: The 5th International Conference on Education and Information

Systems, Technologies and Applications, Orlando, FL, July 12 – 15, 2007.

Stanny, C. and El-Sheikh, E. (2007). Integrating Assessment and Faculty Development in a Teaching

Center: Issues and Conflicts, 2007 International Assessment and Retention Conference (IARC), St. Louis,

MO, June 7 – 10, 2007.

El-Sheikh, E. and Greene, M. (2005). A Program Visualization Tool for Learning Introductory Java

Programming. Presented at FECS'05 - The 2005 International Conference on Frontiers in Education:

Computer Science and Computer Engineering, Las Vegas, NV, June 20 – 23, 2005.

El-Sheikh, E., Taylor, L., Digman, M., and Carff, C. (2005). Using Interactive Learning Environments in

the Introductory Computer Science Curriculum. Presented at FECS'05 - The 2005 International

Conference on Frontiers in Education: Computer Science and Computer Engineering, Las Vegas, NV,

June 20 – 23, 2005.

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El-Sheikh, E., Taylor, L., Digman, M., and Carff, C. (2005). A Concept-Based Tutoring Environment for

Object-Oriented Programming. Presented at SEASTATRS: The 2nd Scholars of Engineering, Applied

Sciences, and Technology Annual Research Symposium, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, April

19, 2005.

El-Sheikh, E. (2003). A Conceptual Problem-Based Learning Environment for Teaching Introductory

Programming. Presented at FIE-2003: The 2003 Frontiers in Education Conference. November 5 – 8,

Boulder, CO.

El-Sheikh, E. (2003). Using Hierarchical Classification-Based Expert Systems to Support Tutoring.

Presented at IC-AI’03: The 2003 International Conference on Artificial Intelligence. June 23 – 26, Las

Vegas, NV.

El-Sheikh, E. (2002). Generating Intelligent Tutoring Systems from Reusable Components and

Knowledge-Based Systems. Presented at ITS-2002: The Sixth International Intelligent Tutoring Systems

Conf. June 5-7, Biarritz, France.

El-Sheikh, E. (2002). A Task-Specific Architecture for the Generation of Intelligent Tutoring Systems.

Presented at FLAIRS-2002: The 15th International Florida Artificial Intelligence Research Society

Conference. May 14 – 16, Pensacola Beach, Florida.

El-Sheikh, E. (1999). Development of a Methodology and Software Shell for the Automatic Generation

of Intelligent Tutoring Systems from Existing Generic Task-based Expert Systems. Presented at AAAI-

99: Sixteenth National Conference on Artificial Intelligence, SIGART/AAAsI-99 Doctoral Consortium.

Orlando, Florida.

El-Sheikh, E. (1998). Using a Functional Approach to Model Learning Environments. Presented at

ECAI'98: European Conference on Artificial Intelligence Model Based Reasoning for Intelligent

Education Environments Workshop, Brighton, UK.

El-Sheikh, E. (1998). A Framework for Developing Intelligent Tutoring Systems Incorporating

Reusability. Presented at IEA-AIE-98: 11th International Conference on Industrial and Engineering

Applications of Artificial Intelligence and Expert Systems, Benicassim, Castellon, Spain.

El-Sheikh, E. (1997). Utilizing the WWW for Industrial Training. Presented at WebNet 97: World

Conference of the WWW, Internet, and Intranet, Toronto, Canada.

El-Sheikh, E. (1997). Intelligent Tutoring for Polymer Composite Molding. Presented at 1997 Symposium

on Low-Cost, High-Speed Polymer Composites Processing, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI.

El-Sheikh, E. (1996). An ITS Shell Leveraging the Generic Task Approach to Problem Solving. Presented

at ITS'96: Third International Conference on Intelligent Tutoring Systems Workshop on Architectures and

Methods for Designing Cost-Effective and Reusable ITSs, Montreal, Canada.

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Invited Talks and Panels

El-Sheikh, E. A Panel Discussion on Cybersecurity Workforce Development, 2017 Florida International

Summit, Tampa, FL, February 2, 2017.

El-Sheikh, E. Building Bridges & Pathways – Innovative Solutions for Expanding the Cybersecurity

Workforce, Panel Discussion at the Florida Center for Cybersecurity Third Annual Conference, Tampa,

FL, October 25, 2016.

El-Sheikh, E. Women in Cybersecurity, Panel Discussion at ITEN Wired, Pensacola Beach, FL, October

11, 2016.

El-Sheikh, E. Strategy for Northwest Florida’s Future – Talent Development, Panel Discussion at Gulf

Power 2016 Economic Symposium, Panama City, FL, October 3, 2016.

El-Sheikh, E. The Future of Cybersecurity Education, Panel Discussion at SAM 2016: 15th International

Conference on Security and Management, Las Vegas, NV, July 25 – 28, 2016.

El-Sheikh, E. Cybersecurity Education and Workforce Development, Panel Discussion at CyberThon

2016, Pensacola, FL, January 23, 2016.

El-Sheikh, E. Accelerating Cybersecurity Practitioner Skills Development – The Nexus of Education &

Training, Panel Discussion at the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) 2015

Conference, San Diego, CA, November 4, 2015.

El-Sheikh, E. Undergraduate Research as a High Impact Practice, Invited Presentation, University of West

Florida Office of Undergraduate Research Faculty Workshop, Pensacola, FL, October 2, 2015.

Lean In: Women, Work and the Will to Lead – A Panel Discussion. University of West Florida, Pensacola,

FL, September 25, 2014.

El-Sheikh, E. Women in Computer Science, PSY4991: Women in Science, University of West Florida,


El-Sheikh, E. Mentoring Undergraduate Students in Research, CUTLA Workshop, March 11, 2011.

El-Sheikh, E. Women in Computer Science, EXP4990: Women in Science, University of West Florida,

Pensacola, FL, February 9, 2011.

Conferences, Symposia and Workshops Organized

Co-Coordinator, STEM Retention Workshop University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, February 28,

2014.

Co-Coordinator, 2013 UWF Scholars Week and NSF ADVANCE Annual Showcase, University of West

Florida, Pensacola, FL, April 23 – 26, 2013.

Coordinator, SEASTARS 2010: UWF 7th Annual Scholars of Engineering, Applied Sciences &


Coordinator, SEASTARS 2009: UWF 6th Annual Scholars of Engineering, Applied Sciences &


Organizer and facilitator, 2009 UWF Spring Mini-Conference on Best Practices for the Scholarship of

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Teaching and Learning (SoTL), University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, February 27, 2009.

Organizer and facilitator, 2008 UWF Fall Mini-Conference on Best Practices for Student Engagement in

Face-to-Face and Online Courses, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, October 3, 2008.

Organizer and facilitator, 2008 UWF Spring Mini-Conference on Best Practices for Assessment and

Curricular Reform, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, February 29, 2008.

Organizer and facilitator, 2007 UWF Fall Mini-Conference on Best Practices for Face-to-Face and Online

Learning: Promoting Active Learning and Student Engagement, University of West Florida, Pensacola,

FL, November 8, 2007.

Organizer and facilitator, 2007 UWF Spring Mini-Conference on Best Practices for Active Learning and

Student Engagement, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, March 2, 2007.

Technical Reports

El-Sheikh, E. Building Institutional Programs to Advance Science and Engage Learners through Multi-

Disciplinary Strategies and Community Outreach.

El-Sheikh, E., and Perkins, A. Developing an Intelligent Search-Based File Transfer Application.

Dissertation

El-Sheikh, E. (2002). An Architecture for the Generation of Intelligent Tutoring Systems from Reusable

Components and Knowledge-Based Systems. Ph.D. Dissertation, Michigan State University, East

Lansing, MI.

Research Activities

Faculty Advisor, AI Research Group & Lab, UWF, Spring 2010 – present.

Launched and currently serve as the faculty advisor for the AI Research Group to promote interest and

develop expertise in AI research among undergraduate and graduate students.

Member, Service-Oriented Architecture Research Group, UWF, 2011 – 2016.

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Research Grants and Proposals

Funded

PI, 2017 NSA CAE Cybersecurity Expansion Program, Total budget: $195,071.

PI, 2017 NSA CAE Regional Center for South East Region, Total budget: $196,829.

PI, 2017 NSA CyberSecurity Core Curriculum Development, Secure Development for Software and

Industrial Control Systems, Total budget: $176,922.

PI, 2017 Florida Cyber Pathways, Florida Center for Cybersecurity, Total budget: $93,127.

PI, 2017 NSA GenCyber Program, Pathways to Cyber, Total budget: $89,150.

PI, 2016 Pathway to Cyber Program, Florida Center for Cybersecurity, Total budget: $30,000.

PI, NSF ADVANCE Program Award, Title: “Enhancing the Culture for Recruiting, Retaining and

Advancing Women in STEM,” 2011 – 2017, Total budget: $598,354.

PI, Advancing STEM at UWF: Improving Retention, Faculty Development and Visibility for STEM

Programs. 2013 Pace Academic Development Award Proposal, Total budget: $20,700.

PI, Intelligent Learning Environment for Foundational Computer Science Topics, Research and Sponsored

Programs, University of West Florida, September 2012 – August 2013, Total budget: $7,297.

Co-PI, A Knowledge Engineering, Team-Based Approach to Introducing Security Assurance Cases,

Snider, D., Coffey, J., El-Sheikh, E., Gonen, B., Reichherzer, T., White, L., Wilde, N., Northrop Grumman

Corporation via the Security and Software Engineering Research Center (S2ERC), January – December

2013, $22,050.

Co-PI, Knowledge Modeling for Supporting Program Comprehension, Reichherzer, T., Coffey, J., El-

Sheikh, E., White, L., Wilde, N. Blue Cross Blue Shield Association via the Security and Software

Engineering Research Center (S2ERC), December 2011 – August 2013. $23,315

PI, 2011 UWF Instructional Technology Enhancement Program, Title: “An Intelligent Learning

Environment for Computer Science Foundations and Outreach Activities to Support Student Engagement,

Recruitment, and Retention,” Total budget: $21,900.

Co-PI, 2011 UWF Instructional Technology Enhancement Program, Title: “Enhancement and Adaptation

of the TellusPoint™ Platform for Undergraduate Education in the Humanities and Sciences,” Total

budget: $33,780.

2007 Summer Research Award, Research and Sponsored Programs Office, University of West Florida,

Title: “Adapting Problem-Based Learning for Computer Science Education: A Collaborative Approach

for Teaching Foundational Programming.”

2005 Graduate Research Assistantship Award, Office of Research and Graduate Studies, University of

West Florida, Title: “Using Problem-Based Learning in Computer Science Education.”

2004 Summer Research Award, Office of Research and Graduate Studies, University of West Florida,

Title: “Development of an Adaptive Tutoring System for Teaching Object-Oriented Programming.”

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2003/2004 Scholarly and Creative Activity Faculty Award, Office of Research and Graduate Studies,

University of West Florida.

National Alumni Association Faculty Grant, University of West Florida, Fall 2003.

2003 Summer Research Award, Office of Research and Graduate Studies, University of West Florida.

2002 Summer Research Award, College of Arts and Sciences, University of West Florida.

2002 Enhancing Teaching and Learning with Technology Award, Center for University Teaching and

Learning, University of West Florida.

Submitted / Under Review

Co-PI, 2016 Florida Center for Cybersecurity Seed Grant Program, “Malware Detection Tool for Linux

Data structure using Machine Learning,” Total budget: $67,928.

Co-PI, Florida Regional Alliances and Multistakeholder Partnerships to Stimulate Cybersecurity

Training and Workforce Development, 2016 NIST RAMPS Program, Total budget: $200,000.

PI, Pathway to Cyber Program, 2016 NSA/NSF GenCyber Program, Total budget: $70,640.

Co-PI, REU Site: Cybersecurity and Large Scale Data Analytics, 2014 NSF CISE REU Program, Total

budget: $286,822.

Co-PI, Integrating Research Experiences in UWF Courses to Increase Student Retention and Success.

2014 Pace Academic Development Award Proposal, Total budget: $26,000.

Co-PI, First Year Interdisciplinary Applied Research Course. 2014 Pace Academic Development Award

Proposal, Total budget: $19,970.

PI, 2014 PKAL TIDES Program, “Paving Pathways to Computer Science: A Two-Course Approach to

Increase Diversity, Recruitment and Retention”, Budget: $276,253.

Co-PI, 2012 Dept. of Education Strengthening Institutions Program. Title: UWF STEM Scholars, Budget:

$2,002,324.

Co-PI, 2012 NSF Computing Education for 21st Century Program. Title: Robotic Interactive Learning

Environments, Approximate budget: $600,000.

Co-PI on proposal submitted to 2011 Next Generation Learning Challenges Wave 2 Program, Title:

“iShareHistory: An Adaptive and Transformative Model for Improving College Readiness and

Completion,” Total budget: $250,000, Pre-proposal was one of 40 out of 240 selected nationally for the

final round.

Lead PI on proposal submitted to 2007 UWF Pace Academic Development Fund, Title: “A Program to

Increase Enrollment and Retention of Women in the University of West Florida's Computing Disciplines,”

Total budget: $25,845.

Co-PI on proposal submitted to 2007 NSF Broadening Participation in Computing Program, Title:

“Outreach, Curriculum, and Culture Change (OC-cubed): A Program to Increase Enrollment and

Retention of Women in Computing Disciplines,” Total budget: $212,161.

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Co-PI on proposal submitted to 2005 NSF Research on Learning and Education Program, Title:

“Improving STEM Learning Outcomes and Evaluation with LEO: A Learning Environment Organizer,”

Total budget: $657,008.

Lead PI on proposal submitted to 2004 NSF Course, Curriculum, and Laboratory Improvement Program

– Adaptation and Implementation Track, Title: “Adapting Problem-Based Learning for Computer Science

Education: An Integrated Approach for Teaching Foundational Programming,” Total budget: $199,996.

Teaching Experience


Taught and developed course materials for:

CAP4601 Artificial Intelligence

Developed and taught a new undergraduate Computer Science course, which is designed to give students

an introduction to core AI principles, programming techniques, and applications.

CAP4053 AI Programming for Interactive Environments

Developed and taught a new undergraduate Computer Science course, which is a follow-up course to

CAP4601 to give students additional experience in using AI techniques for developing interactive

environments including games, simulations, and educational environments.

COP2253 Java Programming (face-to-face and online)

A foundational programming course for the CS, CIS, and IIT programs that focuses on foundational

object-oriented programming skills using Java.

COP2334 C++ Programming

A required course for CIS and IIT programs that focuses on core C++ programming skills.

COP4020 Programming Languages (face-to-face and online)

A core course for CS, CIS, and IIT programs that addresses design and implementation of a programming

language and surveys various programming paradigms, including procedural, object-oriented, functional,

and rule-based languages.

COP4331 & COP4331L Object-Oriented Programming & OOP Lab

An upper-level required course for CS students that focuses on the analysis, design, and development of

object-oriented systems.

COP4601 Software Systems

An upper-level project-based elective for CS and CIS programs that focuses on issues related to

developing a large-scale software system, including software engineering, technical skills, and project

management.

COP4905/CAP4905 Directed Study

COP4905 and CAP4905 are upper-level electives for the CS and CIS programs. I supervised several

students towards the development and evaluation of intelligent, large-scale software systems.

CAP5600 Artificial Intelligence (face-to-face and hybrid)

A required graduate course for CS students and an elective for SE students that focuses on foundational

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AI topics including AI theory, search techniques, knowledge representation and reasoning, machine

learning, and applications.

CEN6930 Advanced Topics in Software Engineering

An elective for the CS and SE graduate programs. I supervised a graduate student on a software

engineering project focusing on the development of an intelligent agent-based system for news content

recommendation.

COT6931 Computer Science Project

A project-based capstone course for CS graduate students. I supervised several graduate students on

computer science projects focusing the application and integration of artificial intelligence principles and

techniques for the development of intelligent and agent-based software systems.

CIS6971 Computer Science Thesis

A thesis-based capstone course for CS graduate students. I supervised a graduate student on a thesis

focusing on real-world route reconstruction from natural language-based path descriptions. I supervised

another graduate student, whose thesis focused on the use of causal modeling to discover effective

connectivity among brain regions.

CEN5915 Graduate CS Research and COP5905/COP6905 Directed Study

Electives for the CS and SE graduate programs. I supervised several graduate students in researching

current issues in artificial intelligence and interactive learning environments, and towards developing

related software systems.

Doctoral Dissertation Committees

John Bolyard

Master’s Projects and Theses Supervised

Brett Rowberry (2015). An Intelligent iOS Application for People Counting.

Omer Useche (2015). An Intelligent System for Measuring Attention Levels of Students in Online Course

Environments.

Alexander Maestre (2013). Machine Learning Tool for Weighted Regressions in Time, Discharge, and

Season.

Ben McGraw (2012). Integrating Reinforcement Learning with Communication for Multi-Agent Systems.

Renee Carnley (2012). Using Data Mining with Bayesian Learning to Analyze Lottery Numbers.

Steven Satterfield (2012). The Application of Structural Case-Based Reasoning to Activity Recognition

in the Smart Home (committee member).

Jose R. Fernandez (2011). CluSandra: A Framework and Algorithm for Data Stream Cluster Analysis.

Robert Jackson (2011). A Case Study Building a Web-Based Dietitian Expert System.

John McCarthy (2011). Image Generation and Analysis for the Android Platform: Exploring Computer

Vision in Mobile Development Environments.

Carlos Perez (2009). Discovering Causal Relationships from fMRI Data.

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Bradley Swain (2009). Path Understanding using Geospatial Natural Language.

John Carff (2009). Human Robot Team Navigation.

Daniel Wells (2009). Automated Image Processing of X-Radiographics of Digestion in Stingrays.

Joel Becker (2008). G-Bots: Intelligent Agents in a Complex Simulated Environment

Michael Wooten (2006). An Intelligent System for Recommended RSS/Atom Content.

Undergraduate and Graduate Capstone Projects and Directed Studies

John Baggs

Chad Carff

John Carff

Matthew Digman

Matthew Kirkland

James Horsley

Jeff Hunter

Carlos Perez

James Spencer

Douglas Stephen

Bradley Swain

Laura Taylor

Mikayla Timm

Stephen Weathers

Michael Wooten

Michigan State University

CSE131 Introduction to Technical Computing (taught and developed materials)

A lower-level university-wide requirement that focuses on basic programming and problem solving skills.

CSE440 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (teaching assistant and lab instructor)

An upper-level elective for CS students that focuses on the foundations of AI including theoretical issues

and applications.

CSE449 Senior AI Capstone (teaching assistant and lab instructor)

A senior project-based capstone project that allows students to use their knowledge and skills to develop

a software system for a real-world problem.

Service

Departmental Service

Member, ABET Committee, Spring 2016 – present

Member, Ph.D., Intelligent Systems Committee, 2016-17

Member, Cyber Security Faculty Search Committee, Fall 2013 – present

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Member, Cyber Security Program Development Team, Spring 2013 – Spring 2014

Member, Faculty Mentoring Committee, Fall 2012 – present

Member, Office Assistant Search Committee, Summer 2012

Member, Faculty Search Committee, Spring 2012 – present

Member, Advisor Search Committee, Spring 2012

Chair/Member, Assessment Committee, Fall 2008 – present

Assessment Coordinator, Spring 2004 – Summer 2008

Member, Tenure and Promotion Committee, Fall 2009 – present

Member, Computer Science Recruitment and Outreach Committee, Fall 2008 – Spring 2012

Member, Computer Science Curriculum Committee, Fall 2001 – present

Member, Scholarship Committee, Spring 2002 – Spring 2013

Member, Chair Search Committee, Spring 2005

Member, Online Working Group, Spring 2005

Course Coordinator for COP2253: Java Programming, Fall 2001 – Spring 2009

Course Coordinator for COP2334: C++ Programming, Fall 2002

Member, Ad Hoc Curriculum Design Group, 2001 – 2002

College and University Service

Chair, Cybersecurity Steering Committee, Fall 2015 – present

Co-Chair, Cybersecurity Chairs Group, Fall 2015 – present

Chair, CAE Work Group, Fall 2015 – present

Chair/Member, Distinguished Faculty Service Award Selection Committee, 2014 – 2016

Chair, CSEH Marketing Coordinator Search Committee, Spring 2015

Member, CSEH Office Administrator Search Committee, Spring 2015

Member, Graduation Intervention Work Group, Fall 2014 – Summer 2015

Member, 50th Anniversary Celebration Academic Experiences Committee, Fall 2014 – Spring 2015

Judge, Student Scholars Symposium, Spring 2015 – present

Judge, Northwest Florida Regional Science Fair, Fall 2014 – present

Co-Chair, IT Performance Funding Faculty Work Group, Spring 2013 – Summer 2013

Chair, CAS Chairs Mentoring Group, Fall 2012 – Spring 2013

Member, Chairs Handbook Work Group, Fall 2012 – Spring 2013

Member, Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management Search Committee, Spring 2013

Member, Graduate Thesis Supervision Task Force, Fall 2012 – Spring 2014

Chair, External Advisory Board, NSF ADVANCE Program, Fall 2012 – present

Chair, Internal Steering Committee, NSF ADVANCE Program, Fall 2011 – present

Chair and Coordinator, STEM Steering Committee, Spring 2012 – Spring 2015

Co-Coordinator, Northwest Florida Regional Science Olympiad, Spring 2012

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Member, CAS Administrative Assistant Search Committee, Fall 2012

Member, Faculty Search Committee, School of Psychological and Behavioral Sciences, Spring 2012

Member, Professional Education Council, Fall 2011 – Spring 2013

Member, Responsible Conduct of Research Task Force, Spring 2011

Member, Graduate School Administrative Assistant Search Committee, Spring 2011

Member, SACS Fifth-Year Compliance Report Committee, Fall 2010 – Spring 2011

Member, Web Advisory Committee, Fall 2010 – present

Member, Academic Programs Assessment Council, Spring 2010 – Spring 2015

Member, Graduate Council, Fall 2009 – Fall 2013

Member, Academic Appeals Committee, Fall 2009 – Spring 2015

Member, CUTLA Advisory Board, Fall 2009 – Spring 2015

Coordinator, Research Connections Program, Fall 2009 – Spring 2015

Co-Coordinator, Teaching Partners Program, Fall 2008 – Spring 2010

Judge, BEST Robotics Competition, 2008 – 2014

Member, School of Science and Engineering Building Grand Opening Planning Committee, Spring 2009

– Spring 2010

Member, Dean of Libraries Search Committee, Summer – Fall 2009

Member, Associate Vice President for Diversity and International Studies Search Committee, Spring 2009

Volunteer, Explore UWF Open House, Spring 2002 – present

Coordinator, Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Interest Group, Fall 2007 – Spring 2009

Member, Quality Enhancement Plan Evaluation Committee, Spring 2007 – Spring 2013

Member, College of Arts and Sciences SEASTARS (Scholars of Engineering, Applied Sciences &

Technology Annual Research Symposium) Advisory Committee, Spring 2007 – Spring 2008

Member, University Planning Council, UWF, Fall 2003 – Spring 2006

Member and Co-Chair, UPC Marketing, Enrollment Growth and Retention Committee, Fall 2003 – Spring

2006

Chair, International Affairs Committee, Fall 2004 – Spring 2006

Member, International Affairs Committee, Fall 2003 – Spring 2006

Volunteer, UWF Faculty Phone-a-thon, Spring 2003, Spring 2004

Volunteer, UWF Majors Fair, Spring 2003, Spring 2004

Volunteer, UWF Career Fair, 2002 – present (employer recruitment, student awareness, etc.)

Lead Judge, Annual Florida Panhandle Science and Engineering Fair, UWF, 2002

Community and Professional Service

Chair, FC2 State University System Cybersecurity Curriculum Committee, Spring 2015 – present

Volunteer/mentor, CyberThon, 2016 – present

Mentor, local area high school students, 2002 – present

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Program Committee Member, SAM 2017: 16th International Conference on Security and Management,

Las Vegas, NV, July 17 – 20, 2017.

Program Committee Member, SAM 2016: 15th International Conference on Security and Management,

Las Vegas, NV, July 25 – 28, 2016.

Program Committee Member, IDEA 2016: 2nd International Workshop on Digital Enterprise Architecture

and Engineering, Leipzig, Germany, July 6 – 8, 2016.

Program Committee Member, DEC 2016: Digital Enterprise Computing Conference, Boeblingen,

Germany, June 14 – 15, 2016.

Program Committee Member, EHST 2015: 9th International Symposium on eHealth Services and

Technologies, Rhodes, Greece, Sep. 17 – 18, 2015.

Program Committee Member, IDEA 2015: International Workshop on Digital Enterprise Architecture and

Engineering 2015, Taormina, Italy, Sep. 15, 2015.

Session Chair, KEOD 2014: The International Conference on Knowledge Engineering and Ontology

Development, October 21 – 24, 2014, Rome, Italy.

Session Chair, ICAI'14: The 2014 International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, July 21 – 24, 2014,

Las Vegas, NV.

Reviewer, Emerging Trends in Image Processing, Computer Vision, and Pattern Recognition, (H. Arabnia

and L. Deligiannidis, Editors), Morgan Kaufmann, May 2014.

Steering Committee Member, 2014 International Conference on Computational Science and

Computational Intelligence, Las Vegas, NV, March 10 – 13, 2014.

Session Chair, Web Services Session, The Fifth International Conferences on Advanced Service

Computing, Valencia, Spain, May 27 – June 1, 2013.

Math volunteer, Creative Learning Academy, 2013

Sunshine Math volunteer teacher, Cordova Park Elementary School, 2006 – 2011

Science volunteer teacher, Cordova Park Elementary School, 2005 – 2006

Session Chair, Novel Applications, ICAI'10: The 2010 International Conference on Artificial Intelligence,

Las Vegas, NV, 2010

Reviewer, The International Conference on Society and Information Technologies (ICSIT), 2010

Contributor and reviewer, Big Java textbook, Cay Horstmann, Wiley Publishers, 2009

Program Committee Chair and Reviewer, The 7th International Conference on Education and Information

Systems, Technologies, and Applications (EISTA), 2009

Reviewer, The 13th World Multi-Conference on Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics (WMSCI), 2009

Reviewer, The 2nd International Conference on Knowledge Generation, Communication and

Management (KGCM), 2008

Session Chair, The 6th International Conference on Education and Information Systems, Technologies,

and Applications (EISTA), 2008

Session Chair, The 5th International Conference on Education and Information Systems, Technologies,

and Applications (EISTA), 2007

Associate Editor and Reviewer, International Journal of Learning, 2005

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Program Committee Member and Reviewer, Annual Florida Artificial Intelligence Research Society

(FLAIRS) Conference, 2005

Contributor, Java Software Solutions textbook, John Lewis and William Loftus, Pearson Addison Wesley

Publishers, 2004

Reviewer, Programming Languages and Methodologies textbook, Robert Schalkoff, Jones & Bartlett

Publishers, 2004

Reviewer, International Journal of Artificial Intelligence Tools, 2003

Program Committee Member and Reviewer, Annual Florida Artificial Intelligence Research Society

(FLAIRS) Conference, 2003

Program Committee Member and Reviewer, International Parallel and Distributed Systems Conference,

2002

Professional Development

Broadening Participation Workshop, University of West Florida, August 11 - 13, 2015.

Diversity Recruitment, Hiring, and Retention Workshop, University of West Florida, January 29, 2015.

Student Success and Retention Workshop, University of West Florida, October 14, 2014.

STEM Retention Workshop, University of West Florida, February 28, 2014.

Research Design and Evaluation Workshop, Center for University Teaching, Learning, and Assessment,

University of West Florida, February 1, 2013.

Preparing for Tenure and Promotion Workshop, Center for University Teaching, Learning, and

Assessment, University of West Florida, January 18, 2013.

Communication & Leadership Skills: Dealing With Conflict Workshop, Center for University Teaching,

Learning, and Assessment, University of West Florida, November 2, 2012.

Institute for Academic Leadership Workshop, Howey-in-the-Hills, FL, May 23 – 26, 2010.

ABET Best Assessment Processes Symposium, Atlanta, GA, April 25 – 26, 2008.

Assessment Workshops by Dr. Peggy Maki, Center for University Teaching, Learning, and Assessment,

University of West Florida, April 16, 2008.

Studio E Faculty Development Workshops for online course development, University of West Florida,

summer 2007.

Assessment Workshops by Peggy Maki, Center for University Teaching, Learning, and Assessment,

University of West Florida, 2006 – 2007

Student Assessment Workshop by Barbara Walvoord, Center for University Teaching, Learning, and

Assessment, University of West Florida, Spring 2005

NSF CISE Grant Workshop, Office of Research and Graduate Studies, University of West Florida, Spring

2002

Compleat Professor Workshops, Center for University Teaching and Learning, University of West

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Florida, 2001-2002

Workshop 1: UWF and Florida SUS Orientation, Fall 2001

Workshop 2: Teaching Effectiveness, Spring 2002

Workshop 3: Research and Scholarly Activities, Spring 2002

Enhancing Teaching with Technology Workshop, Center for University Teaching and Learning, UWF,

2001-2002

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CAROLINE S. JOHN

ADDRESS

Bldg.4, Room 238



11000 University Pkwy

Pensacola, FL 32514

Email: [email protected]

Office: (850) 474-2973

PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION

Anna University, India, Electronics, and Communication Engineering B.E., 2007

University of Alabama in Huntsville, Electrical Engineering, M.S., 2012

University of Alabama in Huntsville, Cyber Security, Post-Bachelor Certificate, 2013 University of

Alabama in Huntsville, Electrical Engineering, Ph.D., [2012 – Present]

APPOINTMENTS

Since 2016 Faculty Member/Lecturer, Department of Computer Science, University of West Florida,

Pensacola, FL

2015 - 2016 Graduate Research Assistant, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering,

University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL

2012 – 2015 Adjunct Instructor, College of Business Administration, University of Alabama in

Huntsville, Huntsville, AL

2009 - 2012 Graduate Teaching Assistant, Department of Electrical and Computer

Engineering, University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL

SYNERGISTIC ACTIVITIES

Co-PI for the Capacity Building Program Grant – Florida Center for Computer Science (FC2),

The University of South Florida, June. 2017 - June.18; Funded Amount $75,212.

Project Title: “A Novel Framework to Teach Hands-on Laboratory Exercises in Computer Science”

Co-PI and Recipient of the 2015 Cooperative Agreement Award for Dual Use Technology

Development, sponsored by the Marshall Flight Space Center, NASA; May. 2015 – Aug.16;

Funded Amount -$31,992.

Project Title: “Optimization of Ferroelectric Ultra-capacitors for Energy Storage”

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PEER-REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS

Journal Articles:

Ezhil Kalaimannan and Caroline S. John, “Security Development Life Cycle framework for

web-based applications,” Vol. 3, No. 1, National Computer Science Institute Journal, Apr.

2016.

Caroline S. John, Todd C. MacLeod, Joe Evans, and Fat D. Ho, “Characterization of an autonomous non-volatile ferroelectric memory latch”, Journal of Integrated Ferroelectrics,

Vol. 132, No. 1, pp. 76-81, 2012.

Caroline S. John, Todd C. MacLeod, Joe Evans, and Fat D. Ho, “Retention Analysis of a Non-

Volatile Ferroelectric Memory Device”, Journal of Integrated Ferroelectrics, Vol. 140, No. 1,

pp. 23-34, 2013.

Caroline S. John, Todd C. MacLeod, Joe Evans, and Fat D. Ho, “Temperature Effects on a

Non-Volatile Memory Device with Ferroelectric Capacitor”, Journal of Integrated

Ferroelectrics, Vol. 157, No. 1, pp. 23-30, 2014.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Computer Science

Discrete Structures (Undergraduate)

Introduction to Computer Organization (Undergraduate)

Computer Programming

Algorithm and Program Design (Undergraduate)

COLLABORATORS & OTHER AFFILIATIONS

• Collaborators and Co-Editors. Fat D. Ho (UAHuntsville), Hongmei Chi (FAMU), Ezhil

Kalaimannan (UWF), Todd C. Macleod (MSFC, NASA).

• Graduate Advisors and Postdoctoral Sponsors. Prof. Jatinder N.D. Gupta, Prof. Earl B.

Wells (University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL, USA) and Dr. Terry J. Rolin

(Marshall Flight Space Center, NASA, Huntsville, AL, USA).

• Thesis Advisor and Postgraduate-Scholar Sponsor. None.

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EZHIL KALAIMANNAN

Address Bldg.4, Room 241 University of West Florida Department of Computer Science 11000 University Pkwy Pensacola, FL 32514 Email: [email protected]

Office: (850) 473-7005

Professional Preparation Anna University, India, Electrical Engineering B.E., 2006 University of Alabama in Huntsville, Computer Engineering, M.S., 2008 University of Alabama in Huntsville, Cyber Security, Post-Bachelor Certificate, 2012 University of Alabama in Huntsville, Computer Engineering, Ph.D., 2014 Appointments Since 2014 Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, University of West Florida,

Pensacola, FL 2010 – 2014 Adjunct Instructor, College of Business Administration, University of Alabama in

Huntsville, Huntsville, AL 2009 - 2012 Graduate Teaching Assistant, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering,

University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL Synergistic Activities

Capacity Building Program Grant -- Florida Center for Computer Science (FC2), The

University of South Florida, Role: Principal Investigator, June. 2017 -- June. 2018; Funded

Amount - $75,212.

o Research Project Title: A Novel Framework to Teach Hands-on Laboratory Exercises in

Computer Science.

Recipient of the Collaborative seed grant offered by the Florida Center for Computer

Science (FC2), The University of South Florida, Mar. 2015 – Dec. 2016, $12,500.

o Research Project Title: Exploring Security Attacks in Cache Enabled Tactical Hybrid Networks

Recipient of the Cross College Faculty Research (CCFR) grant offered by the Office of Vice

President for Research, The University of Alabama in Huntsville, Aug. 2013 - $5,000/year

(Renewable for a total of 24 months and $10,000).

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o Research Project Title: Computational Optimization Models for Investigating Crime in Digital Forensics

Technical Program Committee Member: Pre-ICIS Workshop on Information Security and

Privacy (WISP 2012); Annual ADFSL Conference on Digital Forensics, Security and Law

(ADFSL 2015, 2016, 2017); 17th International Conference on Computer and Information

Technology (ICCIT 2014, 2015); 15th Annual Digital Forensics Research Conference

(DFRWS USA 2015, 2016, 2017); Seed Grant Program funded by the Florida Center for

Computer Science (FC2).

Journal Referee: Adhoc member of Elsevier Digital Investigation Journal, Journal of Digital

Forensics, Security and Law, and International Journal of Computational Intelligence

(Advance Computing Science).

Peer-Reviewed Publications Journal Articles:

Bagui, S., Fang, X., Kalaimannan, E., Bagui, S.C and Sheehan, J. “Comparison of machine-learning algorithms for classification of VPN network traffic flow using time-related features”, Journal of Computer Science Technology, Vol. 1, No. 2, pp. 108-126, 2017.

Kalaimannan, E and Gupta, J.N.D. “The Security Development Lifecycle in the Context of Accreditation Policies and Standards”, Security and Privacy, IEEE, Vol. 15, No. 1, pp. 52-57, 2017. [Impact Factor: 0.91]

Kalaimannan, E., John, S.K., DuBose, T and Pinto, A. “Influences on ransomware’s evolution and predictions for the future challenges”, Journal of Computer Science Technology, Vol. 1, No. 1, pp. 23-31, 2016.

Gupta, J.N.D., Kalaimannan, E and Yoo, S-M. “A heuristic for maximizing investigation effectiveness of digital forensic cases involving multiple investigators,” Computers & Operations Research, Elsevier, Vol. 69, No. 1, pp. 1-9, 2015. [Impact Factor: 2.188]

Kalaimannan, E and John, C.S. “Security Development Life Cycle framework for web-based applications,” Vol. 3, No. 1, pp. 23-29, 2016.

Articles in Conference Proceedings:

Prithviraj, S., Sameer, V.U., Naskar, R and Kalaimannan, E, “Source Anonymization of Digital Images: A Counter–Forensic Attack on PRNU based Source Identification Techniques”,

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accepted into 2017 Annual Conference on Digital Forensics, Security, and Law, Daytona Beach, May. 2017.

Chakraborty, N and Kalaimannan, E, “Selective Scheduling: Controlling Non-Preemptive Devices in Smart Grid Environment”, Accepted into the 8th Annual IEEE conference on Innovative Smart Grid Technologies, Arlington, Apr. 2017.

Chi, H., Welch, S., Vasserman, E and Kalaimannan, E, "A Framework of Computer Science Approaches in Precision Agriculture ", Proceedings of the 12th International Conference on Cyber Warfare and Security, Dayton, pp. 90-95, Mar. 2017.

Reichherzer, T., Mishra, A., Kalaimannan, E and Wilde, N, "A Case Study on the Trade-Offs Between Security, Scalability, and Efficiency in Smart Home Sensor Networks," Proceedings of the 2016 International Conference on Computational Science and Computational Intelligence (CSCI), Las Vegas, NV, 2016, pp. 222-225.

Chi, H., Kalaimannan, E and Hubbard, D, "Integrate Text Mining into Computer and Information Security Education", KSU Conference on Computer Science Education, Research, and Practice. Paper 11, Kennesaw, Oct. 2016.

Kalaimannan, E., “Smart Device Forensics - Acquisition, Analysis and Interpretation of Digital Evidences,” Proceedings of the 2015 International Conference on Computational Science and Computational Intelligence (CSCI), Las Vegas, NV, 2015, pp. 837-838.

Pandey, A., Kalaimannan, E., and Venkatesan, S., “An Information Diffusion Model to analyze the Behavior of Online Social Network based Malwares,” Proceedings of the 2015 International Conference on Computational Science and Computational Intelligence (CSCI), Las Vegas, NV, 2015, pp. 867-868.

Kalaimannan, E., Mitchell, C., Bagui, S., and Bagui, S, “An Automated Method of Classifying and Analyzing Malware based Operating System Calls,” Work-in-Progress Abstract in the Annual Computer Security Applications Conference 2015 (ACSAC’15), Los Angeles, Dec. 2015.

Kalaimannan, E., Gupta, J. N. D., and Yoo, S-M., “Maximizing investigation effectiveness in digital forensic cases,” Proceedings of the 5th Annual ASE/IEEE International Conference on Privacy, Security, Risk and Trust (PASSAT- 2013), Washington D.C., USA, pp. 618 - 623, Sep. 2013. [Acceptance Rate: 9.6%]

Gupta, J. N. D., Kalaimannan, E., and Patnayakuni, R., “IDS Alarms investigation with limited resources,” Pre-ICIS Workshop on Information Security and Privacy (WISP), Orlando, Florida, Dec 2012.

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Kalaimannan, E., Gupta, J. N. D., and Yoo, S-M., “Maximizing investigation effectiveness for time critical forensic cases” in Operational Excellence: A Key to Performance Excellence, R. K. Jain, B. A. Metri, and J. N. D. Gupta (eds), Excel Books, 2013.

Presentations/Talks

Kalaimannan, E (2016). Integrate Text Mining into Computer and Information Security Education. Paper presented at the KSU Conference on Computer Science Education, Research, and Practice, Oct. 2016, Kennesaw, USA.

Kalaimannan, E (2015). Smart Device Forensics - Acquisition, Analysis and Interpretation of Digital Evidences. Paper presented at the International Conference on Computational Science and Computational Intelligence (CSCI’15), Dec. 7-9, Las Vegas, USA.

Kalaimannan, E (2015). An Information Diffusion Model to analyze the Behavior of Online Social Network based Malwares. Paper presented at the International Conference on Computational Science and Computational Intelligence (CSCI’15), Dec. 7-9, Las Vegas, USA.

Kalaimannan, E (2015). An Automated Method of Classifying and Analyzing Malware based

Operating System Calls. Work-in-Progress abstract presented at the Annual Computer

Security Applications Conference 2015 (ACSAC’15), Dec. 9-12, Los Angeles, USA.

Kalaimannan, E (2013). Maximizing investigation effectiveness in digital forensic cases.

Paper presented at the ASE/IEEE International Conference on Privacy, Security, Risk and

Trust (PASSAT), Sep. 8-14, Washington D.C., USA.

Kalaimannan, E (2012). Maximizing investigation effectiveness for time critical forensic

cases. Paper presented at the 6th International Conference on Decision Sciences for

Performance Excellence, Dec. 27-29, Hyderabad, India.

Collaborators & Other Affiliations

Collaborators and Co-Editors. Jatinder N.D. Gupta (UAHuntsville), Ravi Patnayakuni

(UAHuntsville), Seong Moo-Yoo (UAHuntsville), Sikha Bagui (University of West Florida), Norman Wilde (University of West Florida), Swapnoneel Roy (University of Central Florida), Hongmei Chi (Florida A&M University), Sumit Kumar Jha (University of Central Florida), Jinpeng Wei (Florida International University), Geethapriya Thamilarasu (University of Washington Bothell), Cyril Raj (M.G.R. Educational & Research Institute, India).

Graduate Advisors and Postdoctoral Sponsors. Prof. Jatinder N.D. Gupta and Dr. Seong Moo-Yoo (University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL, USA).

Thesis Advisor and Postgraduate-Scholar Sponsor. None.

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Dr. rer. nat. (Ph.D.) Bernd Owsnicki-Klewe

Email:

[email protected]

RECENT ACTIVITIES AT UWF (LECTURE DETAILS UNDER POINT F)

2010 through today: Assessment coordination for the CS department

2014 through 2016 ABET collaborator

Since 2008

Spring 2017

Member of various departmental/university committees

Currently CASL

CGS 3183: Basic Web Applications

CIS 4592: Capstone 2

COP 4027: Advanced Computer Programming

COT 4420:

Fall 2016

Theory of Computation (F2F/online)

COP 2253: Java Programming

CEN 4400: Introduction to Operations Research

CTS 4817: Web Server Administration

COP 4856: Distributed Software Architectures 1 (F2F/online)

Support of the ACM ICPC South-East Regional

Summer 2016

CGS 3853: Web Page Design

Spring 2016

COT 3100: Discrete Structures

CGS 3183: Web Design for E-Commerce


COT 4420:

Fall 2015




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Organization of the ACM ICPC South-East Regional

Summer 2015


Spring 2015

COT 3100: Discrete Structures (F2F/online)


CIS 4592: Capstone Research Experience

Summer 2014

CIS 4905: Directed Study “Web Application Security”


Spring 2013

COT 3100C: Discrete Structures



COT 4420: Theory of Computation (F2F/online)

COP 4857: Distributed Software Architectures 2 (online)

Fall 2013


CIS 4595C: Capstone Project




Summer 2013


Spring 2013

COT 3100/L: Discrete Structures with Lab




Fall 2012






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Summer 2012


Spring 2012


COP 4814: Net-Centric Applications



COP 4534L: Data Structures and Algorithms 2 Lab

Fall 2011

CGS 2060L: Excursions in Computing Lab





Spring 2011

COT 3100/L: Discrete Structures with Lab (Pensacola)

COP 4814: Net-Centric Applications (Pensacola)


COT 4420:

Fall 2010

Theory of Computation (DL, Online, Pensacola)

COP 2253: Java Programming (3 sections, Pensacola/online)



Summer 2010



Spring 2010

COP 2253: Java Programming (Online)



COT 4420: Theory of Computation (Pensacola)

Fall 2009

COP 2253: Java Programming (Pensacola/online)


COP 4865:Distributed Software Architectures 1 (Pensacola) Spring 2009

COP 2253: Java Programming (Pensacola)

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COP 3022/L: Intermediate Programming with Lab (Pensacola)


Argoforge: Training group for Programming Competitionsi

Fall 2008



COP 4865: Distributed Software Architectures 1 (Pensacola)ii

Coach for the 2008 ACM International Collegiate Programming Contest

Spring 2008

COP 2253: Java Programming (Pensacola/online) [3 sections]

COT 3100:

Fall 2007

Applications of Discrete Structures

COP 2253: Java Programming (Pensacola) [2 sections]

CGS 3823: Web Page Design (Pensacola)


Organization of the UWF Second Life presenceiii

Contact faculty for Bits & Bytes – UWF/CS Student's Group

Spring 2007

COP 3022: Intermediate Programming (Pensacola) [2 sections]


COT 3100: Applications of Discrete Structures

CEN 5915: Graduate CS research: Embedded Systems

UWF Honors Seminar “Great Works of Science”: Frontiers of Computing

Participation in Curriculum Reform Working Group

Participation in the setup of the new CS department web server

Final development, launch and maintenance of the CS web site

Fall 2006

CIS 3020: Science of Computing (Pensacola) [2 sections]

CGS 3604: Applications of Information Technology (Pensacola)


CEN 4905: Directed Study (Client/Server Architectures)


Participation in ITS training “Certified Web Developer”

Member of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)

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A. EDUCATION

1984 Doctorate (Ph.D, Dr. rer. nat.) in Computer Science from the University of

Hamburgiv (Grade A, “Magna cum laude”). Thesis supervisors: Prof. Dr. F.

Schwenkel (Univ. of Hamburg), Prof. Dr. W. Brauer (Technical Univ. of

Munich), Prof. Dr. H.-J. Schneider (Technical Univ. of Berlin)

1980 Diploma in Computer Science from the University of Hamburg (Grade A) on subject of

“Knowledge Based Systems”

B. PROFESSIONAL HISTORY

2005 - Current: Lecturer at the Department of Computer Sciencev at the University of West Florida.

2004 - 2005 Settling over to the USA, received work permit and SSN. Work on a CS textbook,

improving photography and Photoshop/Flash skills.

1990 – 2004 Full Professor for Foundations of Computer Science and Applications of

Computer Science in Economy at University of Applied Sciences Hamburgvii,

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Scienceviii.

1984 – 1990 Researcher with PHILIPSix Research Laboratory, Hamburg. Research topics:

Theoretical considerations, design and nucleus

implementation of a taxonomic knowledge representation system (based on description

logics a la KL-ONE) at PHILIPS Research Laboratory, Hamburg. Several

publications, invited talks and lectures within and outside of PHILIPS.

Since December 1987: Project leader (leading 4 scientists) supervising system

extensions like connecting to a DBMS and integration of nonmonotonic and vague

reasoning. Work on example applications: Computer configuration and text

understanding.

1980 – 1984 Freelance employee with REDA GmbH, Hamburg/Grossensee, a consulting firm with

focus on accounting and cost control for medium-sized manufacturing companies.

Leading designer and implementation supervisor of BABSSY, a software system for

integrated accounting, cost controlling and production control.

Responsibilities: Management of two pilot installations (in jewelry and mechanical

engineering companies), technical and organizational support, consultant to customer

management and general maintenance of customer relations. Reported directly to

CEO. Later awarded procuration for REDA until leave in 1984.

1973 – 1980 Freelance employee with SCHIFFKO GmbHx, Hamburg. Design and implementation of

software (FORTRAN) for Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) in shipbuilding.

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Esp. S16-BS, an interactive graphical program for interactive arrangement of pieces on

steel plates for oxygen or laser cutting. Participation in several workshops and

exhibitions on CAM and cutting technology.

C. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

2002 – 2004 Designer and webmaster of the Computer Science website at UAS Hamburgxi.

1998 – 2004 Member of the Study Reform Committee of the Department of Electrical Engineering

and Computer Science. Member of the work group on the definition of the revised CS

study system, including introduction of Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in CS.

Participation in several auditions for accrediting Bachelor and Master courses in

Computer Science and Information Engineering.

1997 – 1999 Member of the department’s working group on cooperation with local high schools on

issues of CS education in high schools.

1997 – 1999 Participation in the University work group on the agreement upon “Ergonomic

guidelines for computer workplaces”. Definition of ergonomic rules and their

implementation within the around 800 staff computer workplaces at the University.

1995 – 2004 Reviewer of several books on AI and C++ programming (details available upon request)

1994 – 1995 Expert referee for several Federal Research Funding Applications procedures (by the

German Secretary for Research and Technology)

1992 - 1994 Head of the “Laboratory for Software Technology” at the Dept. of EE and CS at FH

Hamburg, overseeing five laboratory assistants/technicians. The laboratory is

responsible for carrying out teaching support for more than 400 students of “Software

Technology” and “Technical Computer Science”.

1992 – 1994 Member of the “Computer Council Berliner Tor”. Council objectives: Planning and

overseeing the future technical and staff development of computer equipment for four

major departments of the university.

1990 Referee for the German Workshop on AI, GWAI-90

1990 – 1999 Member of several committees for the appointment of professors in

Hamburg, Leipzig and Elmshorn (Northern Academy)

1989 Referee for the workshop on ”Modeling” at the Austrian AI Conference, ÖGAI-89

1988 Program Chairman, organization and management of the 6th

Spring

School on AI, KIFS-88, Günne

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1988 Member of the program committee of the German Workshop on AI, GWAI88

1987 Expert referee for ”Informatik in Forschung und Entwicklung” (Computer

Science in Research and Development)


1979 – 1980 Participation in the “CAD Working Group” at the ”German Research Center for

Shipbuilding”. Emphasis on discussion and recommendation of “Guidelines for Future

CAD Applications in Shipbuilding and Maintenance

Technology” (recommendation to the German Secretary for Research and

Technology). Evaluation of several Computer Graphics kernel systems, esp. GKS

D. PUBLICATIONS (In chronological order)

Graphische Datenverarbeitung – Eine marktnahe Neuentwicklung zur Steigerung der Effektivität in

der Fertigungsvorbereitung (Graphical Data Processing – A close-tomarket development to increase

efficiency in production planning). HANSA – Schiffahrt – Schiffbau – Hafen, 114, No. 18, pp. 1599-

1601, 1977 (with B. Pruin).

Bauteile SMD, ein in die Praxis eingeführtes EDV-Paket für die blechverarbeitende Industrie (Parts

SMD, a practical EDP package for the steel processing industry).

HANSA – Schiffahrt – Schiffbau – Hafen, 115, No. 18, pp. 1463-1672, 1978 (with H. Dittmann, U.

Kipp, B. Pruin).

Repräsentation von strategischem Schachwissen (Representation of Strategic Chess Knowledge). KI-

Rundbrief der GI Nr. 21, pp. 2-6, 1980 (with K. v. Luck)

Structures for Knowledge Based Chess Programs. In: J. Siekmann (ed.): GWAI-81, German

Workshop on Artificial Intelligence, pp. 297-306, Springer Verlag, 1981 (with K. v. Luck) [refereed]

N.N. A View on Planning in Chess. In: W. Wahlster (ed.): GWAI-82, German Workshop on

Artificial Intelligence, pp. 92-101, Springer Verlag, 1982 (with K. v. Luck) [refereed]

N.N. A Case Study in Chess Knowledge Representation. In: D. Beal (ed.): Advances in Computer

Chess IV, pp. 127-146, Pergamon Press, 1984 (with K. v. Luck) [refereed]

Declarative Representation of Control Structures. In: J. Laubsch (ed.): GWAI-84, German Workshop

on Artificial Intelligence, pp. 181-190, Springer Verlag, 1984 (with K. v. Luck) [refereed]

Repräsentation von postionellem Schachwissen mit Methoden der Künstlichen

Intelligenz (Representation of Positional Chess Knowledge with Artificial Intelligence

Methods), Ph.D. Thesis. Also: Report No. 111, Department of Computer Science, University of

Hamburg

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Data Models in Knowledge Representation Systems. In: C.-R. Rollinger, W. Horn (eds.):

GWAI-86, German Workshop on Artificial Intelligence, pp. 69-74, Springer Verlag, 1986 (with J.

Edelmann) [refereed]

Neuere KI-Formalismen zur Repräsentation von Wissen. In: T. Christaller (ed.):

Künstliche Intelligenz, KIFS-87, 5. Frühjahrsschule für Künstliche Intelligenz, Springer

Verlag, 1989 (with K. v. Luck) [invited]. English version: New AI formalisms for Knowledge

Representation, KIT Report, TU Berlin, 1987

Configuration as a Consistency Maintenance Task. In: W. Hoeppner (ed.): GWAI-88, German

Workshop on Artificial Intelligence, Springer Verlag, 1988 [refereed]

Probabilistic Inheritance and Reasoning in a Hybrid Knowledge Representation System.

In: W. Hoeppner (ed.): GWAI-88, German Workshop on Artificial Intelligence, Springer Verlag,

1988 (with J. Heinsohn) [refereed]

Ein integriertes System zur Repräsentation von Wissen (An Integrated System for the

Representation of Knowledge). PHILIPS ”Unsere Forschung in Deutschland” (Our Research in

Germany), 1989

A General Characterization of Term Description Languages. In: K.H. Bläsius, U.

Hedstück, C.-R. Rollinger (eds.): Sorts and Types in Artificial Intelligence, Springer Lecture Notes in

Artificial Intelligence, pp. 183-189, Springer Verlag, 1989 [invited]

A Cardinality-Based Approach to Incomplete Knowledge. In: L.C. Aiello (ed.):

Proceeding of the European Conference on Artificial Intelligence, ECAI-90, pp. 491-496, Pitman

Publishing, London, 1990 [refereed]

Term Subsumption Languages in Knowledge Representation. AI Magazine, No. 2, pp.16-23, 1990

(with P. F. Patel-Schneider, A. Kobsa, N. Guarino, R. M. MacGregor, W.

S. Mark, D. L. McGuiness, B. Nebel, A. Schmiedel, J. Yen)

KL-ONE – Eine Einführung (KL-ONE – An Introduction). In: P. Struß (ed.):

Wissensrepräsentation (Knowledge Representation), Oldenbourg Verlag, 1991 (with K. v. Luck)

[invited]

Integrating Cognitive Systems: First Intermediate Report - Project Outline, 1995 (with K. von Luck)

Smalltalk als Plattform zur Integration unterschiedlicher Softwarekonzepte (Smalltalk as a Platform

for the Integration of Various Software Concepts). Proceedings of the STJA (Smalltalk and Java in

Industry and Education) ’97, pp. 209-214, 1997 (with M. Böhm, G. Pfeiffer, J. Raasch) [refereed]

Integration kognitiver Systeme - ein Zwischenbericht (Integration of Cognitive Systems – an

Intermediate Report). KI (German magazine on Artificial Intelligence), No. 2/97, pp. 33-36, 1997

(with M. Böhm, G. Klemke, K. v. Luck, G. Pfeiffer)

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Objektorientierung in der Informatikausbildung auf der Basis von Smalltalk (Object

Orientation in Computer Science Education based on Smalltalk). Informatik Spektrum No. 20, pp.

335-343, 1997 (with M. Böhm, J. Freytag, G. Pfeiffer, J. Raasch) [invited]

Introducing a Reflective Activity into the Design Process in an Advanced Computer Programming

Course, CCSC-MS: 2016 (with J. Coffey)

E. BOOKS

Algorithmen und Datenstrukturen (Algorithms and Data Structures), Verlag Wißner,

Augsburg, 1995, 2nd

ed. 1997, 3rd

ed. 1998, 4th

ed. 2002, ISBN 3-89639-172-0

Wissensrepräsentation und Logik - Eine Einführung (Knowledge Representation and Logic – An

Introduction). In: Görz, G. (ed.): Handbuch der Künstlichen Intelligenz

(Handbook of Artificial Intelligence), Addison-Wesley, 1993, 2nd

ed. 1995, 3rd

ed. 2000, ISBN 3-

486-25049-3 (with K. v. Luck, B. Nebel). Responsible chapter editor of the chapter on “Knowledge

Representation”.

F. PRESENTATIONS (SELECTION, IN CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER)

Wissensrepräsentation mit Semantischen Netzen (Knowledge Representation with Semantic

Networks). PHILIPS Research Laboratories, Hamburg, 1986

Semantic Networks. ISA Colloqium on Conceptual Modeling, Eindhoven, 1986

The MESON Knowledge Representation System. PHILAI-86, PHILIPS Workshop on

Artificial Intelligence, 1986

Notes on the Role of Semantics in Knowledge Representation Systems. Tutorial at the

German Workshop on Artificial Intelligence GWAI-86, 1986

On the Representation of Uncertainty in Semantic Networks. PHILAI-87, PHILIPS Workshop on


Non-Concepts and Non-Roles. 1st

German KL-ONE workshop, Saarbrücken, 1987

Advanced Course: New AI Formalisms for Knowledge Representation. 5th

Spring School on AI

(KIFS-87), Günne, (with K. v. Luck), 1987

Basic Course: Knowledge Representation. 6th

Spring School on AI (KIFS-88), Günne, (with K. v.

Luck), 1988

Configuration in the MESON Knowledge Representation System. PHILIPS TDS Appeldoorn, 1988

Verstehen und Referenz in der KI (Understanding and Reference in AI). Workshop on the Philosophy

of Understanding, Dagstuhl, 1989

Knowledge Representation for Text Understanding. Institute for Perception Research, Eindhoven,

1989

Terminologische Repräsentationssysteme (Terminological Representation Systems). Univ. Bielefeld,

1989

The MESON Knowledge Representation System. AAAI Workshop on "Term

Subsumption Languages in Knowledge Representation", Thorn Hill, NH, 1989

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Wohin steuert die KI? (Where is AI heading to?). Spring School on Artificial Intelligence, Günne,

1991

Künstliche Intelligenz - Ein Thema für das Gymnasium? (Artificial Intelligence - A Topic in High-

School Education?). Annual Conference of the MNU (Society for Education in Science and

Mathematics), Stuttgart, 1992 (with Y. Klewe)

Semantic Networks and Term Description Languages for Knowledge Representation. Advanced

Tutorial at the Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Medicine (AIME-93), Munich, 1993

Several presentations to high school representatives on “CS education in high school”, 1997-1999

Programming Languages (position statement). Workshop on ”Object Orientation in

Education”. GI-Tagung Informatik und Ausbildung (Conference of the German CS Society on

Computer Science and Education), Stuttgart, 1998

oo-m-ai: Object-oriented Methods for Artificial Intelligence. Presentation at the Institute for Human

and Machine Cognition, Pensacola, Florida, 2001.

G. TEACHING EXPERIENCE

The following courses have been held at different Universities and academies in and around

Hamburg.

Semantisch fundierte Wissensrepräsentationssysteme (Semantically Well-founded

Knowledge Representation Systems). Seminar, Univ. of Hamburg, (with K. v. Luck), Fall 1988

Modellbildung in wissensbasierten Systemem (Modeling in Knowledge Based Systems). Seminar,

Univ. of Hamburg, (with K. v. Luck), Spring 1989

Algorithms and Data Structures. Northern Academyxii, Elmshorn, 1996 – 2003. See below

Theoretical Foundations of Computer Science 3. Northern Academy, Elmshorn, 1999 Formal

languages, grammars, Chomsky hierarchy of grammars and languages,

Pumping Lemma for regular languages, context-free languages, parsing problem, Compiler

architecture, LL(1) parsing

Weekend seminar: Introduction to Java. Northern Academy, Elmshorn, 1999/2001/2002 See

Programming 2 (Java) below

The following courses have been held at the University of Applied Science, Hamburg. Some have

been held multiple times since 1990. Some lecture’s material might overlap due to changes in the

curriculum over the years.

Programming 1 (Pascal)

Simple data types, control structures, compound data types, procedural

abstraction, data abstraction, top-down development, correctness

(assertions, invariants)

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Basic algorithms, sorting and searching, information systems architectures, practical

case studies

Programming 1 (Smalltalk)

Principles of object-orientation, CRC principle, message passing,

classes, instances, methods, iterations, collections, streams, abstract classes and methods,

design and redesign issues, GUI design, information systems architectures, simple design

patterns ("Observer", “Factory”, “Singleton”, …)

Programming 2 (Java)

Distinctions between Smalltalk and Java, static vs. dynamic typing,

type casts, design using abstract classes and interfaces, containers, exceptions, threads, events,

AWT, applet programming, http services, reflective programming, advanced design patterns

(“Strategy”, “COR”, …)

Programming for Students of Electrical Engineering (Pascal) Simple data types,

control structures, compound data types, procedural abstraction, top-down

development, numerical methods, basic algorithms (sorting and searching)

Algorithms and Data Structures (Pascal, C++ and Java)

Quality of algorithms, abstract data types, asymptotic analysis, sorting algorithms, divide-and-

conquer algorithms, external sorting, binary search trees, B-Trees, tree and graph searching,

optimization (greedy, Dynamic Programming), data compression

Functional and Logic Programming (Scheme/Prolog)

Functional programming paradigm, functions as first-class objects, lambda abstraction,

higher-order functions, lexical and dynamic binding, encapsulation principle, delayed

evaluation, streams, meta programming, logical programming paradigm, pattern matching and

unification, WAM, Prolog programming styles, non-deterministic programming, information

systems in Prolog, deductive databases, introduction to NLP and DCG parsing

Artificial Intelligence (Scheme/Common Lisp)

Introduction to Scheme/Lisp, list processing, list representation of complex data structures,

objectives and methods of Artificial Intelligence, pattern matching, deduction algorithms,

frame-based representation schemes, Micro-Flavors, Expert Systems

Applications of Artificial Intelligence (Prolog)

Advanced Prolog programming, backtracking control (cut, fail), non-deterministic parsing,

Definite Clause Grammars, syntax, compositional semantics, world models and references,

QA systems, semantic anomalies, issues of ambiguity

Applications of Artificial Intelligence (Smalltalk)

Objectives and methods of Artificial Intelligence, symbolic and sub-symbolic AI, symbols

and denotation, logic, basic model theory, uninformed search methods, “Generate and Test”,

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backtracking search, constraint solving, backward checking, forward checking, dependency-

directed backtracking, informed search methods, gradient search, A* search, Means-End

search, diagnostic problems, truth maintenance, uncertain knowledge, representation of

temporal constraints, planning and configuration

Computer Science 1 (C++, in English for the international course on “Information Engineering”)

Algorithms, data structures and abstract data types, Discrete Mathematics introduction

(summations and products, asymptotic analysis), sorting algorithms, divide-and-conquer

algorithms, binary search trees, B-Trees, data compression, tree and graph searching

The Semantic Web (Elective module)xiii

Current state of WWW services, Berners-Lee's "Semantic Web" vision, Search

Engines,Annotations, SW activities by W3C and SemanticWeb.org, Semantics,

Logic and Set Theory, Ontologies (Aristotle to modern), Languages (RDF, Description

Logics, (DAML, OIL, …), Tools (Amaya, OilEd, …), Ontology construction and use

Introduction to Computer Science

Overview of CS, history of CS, coding schemes, the concept of information, redundancy,

logic circuits and arithmetic, hardware abstraction layers, equivalence of hardware and

software, programming languages and paradigms, automata and limits of computation.

Automata Theory

Alphabets, formal languages, grammars, Chomsky hierarchy of grammars, finite automata,

acceptance conditions, regular languages, non-deterministic FAs, regular expressions,

pumping lemma for regular languages, finite machines, applications in UI and protocol

design, context-free languages and LL(1) parsing, push-down automata, normal forms,

pumping lemma for CFLs, equivalence of CFLs and PDAs.

Compiler Construction

Compiler/Interpreter architecture, lexical analysis with finite machines, LL(1) parsing,

elimination of left recursion, left factorization, manual conflict resolution, error recovery

strategies, issues of semantics, attributed grammars, syntaxdirected translation, type checking,

intermediate code generation (Reverse Polish

Notation), code design, limits of syntax-directed translation, bottom-up parsing, (S)LR

parsing, lex and yacc

Theory of Computability

Objectives of Computability Theory, historical outline, Turing Machines, TMs as acceptors,

recursively enumerable (Turing-acceptable) languages, computable functions, existence of

non-computable functions, enumerable sets, decidable sets, construction of enumerators

(dovetailing), Chomsky type 0 languages, equivalence of r.e./enumerable/type 0 languages,

the Universal Turing Machine, non-deterministic TMs, undecidable problems, Halting

Problem, equivalence of TMs, non-r.e. languages, undecidable languages, Rice’s Theorem,

Recursive functions, Introduction to Complexity Theory

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Seminar on Applied Computer Science (Examples of tutored student presentations) Non-

deterministic algorithms, probabilistic algorithms, encryption and compression algorithms,

compression and transmission standards, computer viruses, XML, VPNs, Java 2 and JFC,

Servlets, Web Services, distributed systems, electronic marketplaces

Seminar on Technical Computer Science (Examples of tutored student presentations) XML, DTDs

and XMLS, URIs and XML namespaces, CSS and XSL/XSLT, XPath,

XLink, XPointer, XQuery, XML development tools, XML extensions (RDF,

DAML+OIL, etc.), XML applications

Introduction to CS

History of CS, areas of CS, number systems, elementary circuit design, effective procedures

(algorithms), Turing machines, efficiency issues, asymptotic analysis, PL paradigms

(imperative, functional, logical), syntax/semantics/translation of PLs, social implications of

CS.

Automata and Formal Languages

Alphabets, formal languages, grammars, Chomsky hierarchy of grammars, finite automata,

acceptance conditions, regular languages, non-deterministic FAs,

regular expressions, pumping lemma for regular languages, finite machines, applications in UI

and protocol design, context-free languages and LL(1) parsing

The following courses have been held at the University of West Florida.

Science of Computing

Data storage, data manipulation, operating systems, networking, algorithms, programming,

software engineering, data abstractions, database systems, artificial intelligence, theory of

computation

Intermediate Programming in Java

Arrays, Arraylists, Interfaces, inheritance, graphics, events, GUIs, exceptions, files and

streams

Introduction to Software Engineering

Software Life-Cycle models, Software process models, teams, requirements analysis, OO

analysis, OO design, implementation, post-delivery maintenance

Data Structures and Algorithms

Analysis of algorithms, Stacks and Queues, Binary Trees, self-adjusting trees

(AVL, B-Trees), Hashing, Sorting, Graph algorithms

Theory of Computation

Sets, alphabets, mappings, formal languages, grammars, finite automata, acceptance

conditions, regular languages, non-deterministic FAs, regular expressions, pumping lemma

for regular languages, context-free languages, derivations, derivation trees, Chomsky Normal

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Form, pumping lemma for CFLs, Turing Machines, acceptance, recursively enumerable

languages, construction of TMs, TMs as enumerators, Church-Turing Thesis, Halting

Problem, undecidable languages, reduction proofs, Post’s Correspondence Problem

Applications of Information Technology

Computer terminology, computer components, hardware, software, HumanComputer

interaction, GUIs, interface usage, networks, WAN/LAN, Internet, files and folders, HTML,

tags, links, pictures, WWW search and information retrieval, information representation, bit,

byte, codes, computer organization, CPU, peripherals, machine programs, operating systems,

programming languages, algorithms, digital media, sound, images, sampling, compression,

social implications of IT, computer hazards, legal issues, spreadsheets, Excel, databases, basic

concepts, query composition, database design, privacy and security

Web Page Design Introduction to the WWW, clients and servers, history, protocols, URLs,

HTML/XHTML basics, tags, colors, fonts, advanced XHTML, lists, tables, Cascading Style Sheets

(CSS), association via tags/classes, specific styles, elements, external style sheets, CSS positioning,

images, formats, preparation and embedding, copyright issues, design basics, usability, accessibility,

aesthetics, page navigation schemes, form and color, website planning and construction, browser

differences, Javascript basics, Document Object Model (DOM), Javascript and DOM, Multimedia

basics, Audio/Video preparation and publishing, codes and Codecs, compression, SMIL

Applications of Discrete Structures Propositional logic, truth tables, equivalences, predicates, quantifiers, inferences rules, proofs (direct,

indirect), sets, operations, Venn diagrams, functions, surjective/injective/bijective, inverse functions,

sequences and summations, summation rules, algorithms, asymptotic analysis, function growth (O, W,

Q), definitions, proofs, algorithm complexity, induction proofs (mathematical, strong, structural),

recursive definition, recursive algorithms, recursion and recurrences, solving linear recurrences,

divide-and-conquer algorithms, Master Theorem, Boolean functions, construction of Boolean

functions (Disjunctive/Conjunctive Normal Forms)

Distributed Software Architectures 1

Classification of Distributed Architectures, Client/Server, P2P, Three-Tier

Architecture, Databases, Relational Model, Keys, Integrity, Relational Algebra,

DB Design, Transactions, Two-Phase Lock Protocol, SQL, MySQL, JDBC, XML,

Web Tier, Web Servers, http, Application Servers, GlassFish, NetBeans, Servlets,

Java Server Pages, JavaBeans, MVC, Server/Client-Side Validation, Java Server

Faces, Distributed Objects, Error Semantics, Sockets, RMI, JRMP, IIOP, CORBA, EJB,

Dependency Injection, JNDI, JPA, JTA

Web Server Administration

Installation and administration of the Apache web server under unix, user management,

backups, support software (ftp,ssh), server extensions (CGI, PHP, tomcat), web application

deployment, server security, secure connections

(SSL/TLS), MS Server 2008 and IIS, .NET applications, virtualization

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Capstone Research Experience

Research topic selection, literature selection, research project planning, presentation

techniques, research report structure, practical aspects (project documentation, three

presentations, one research report)

Net-Centric Applications

XML, basics, well-formedness, validation, DTD and XML Schema, CSS, XSLT, client-side

scripting, JavaScript, jQUERY, AJAX, server-side processing, PHP, MySql database, web

application security (XSS, SQL injection, …), session management, web services, WSDL and

SOAP, deployment strategies

Excursions in Computing Lab

Hands-on experience with Search Engines, Web Page Design, Cooperative

Work, Media, Operating Systems, Databases, Programming, Research and Presentations

Data Structures and Algorithms 2 Lab

Design studies by course projects, coding and debugging, probabilistic algorithms,

applications of asymptotic analysis (recurrences, Master Therorem), Counting and

Combinatorics, Greedy Algorithms

Capstone Project

Development of a software system for a real-world client while working in small teams.

Development and delivery of relevant artifacts such as a project proposal, design, test plan,

code, user's manual, and project log with metrics as the software system evolves throughout

the course. A final presentation and evaluation of the project experience is required.

Web Design for E-Commerce

Introduction to software components in e-commerce, Infrastructure for ecommerce, Security

and legal issues in e-commerce, Creating a web site for an industry, Accessibility and

Usability issues, expanding a web site to include catalogs and shopping carts, Future of e-

commerce software; technology: HTML/CSS, Relational DBMS, PHP

Distributed Software Architecture 2

Advanced concepts in Java EE: Details of MVC, EJBs and Dependency Injection

(DI), DI by Annotations or JNDI lookup, Bean life cycle and call-backs, Web

Services: REST and SOAP-based. Object-Relational Mapping, JPA/JTA (Java

Persistence/Transaction API), JMS (Java Message Service), Overview over distributed Dbs

(Cassandra, MongoDB).

Directed Study “Web Application Security”

TCP/IP, TLS/SSL (https), attack forms and defenses; analysis of GOTOFAIL and

HEARTBLEED, DANE/DNSSEC, Server-side TLS/SSL (Apache), Applicationside

TLS/SSL; Server Hardening, Server-side encryption, (hashes/salting), Injection attacks

(sanitizing).

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Introduction to Operations Research

Game Theory, zero-sum games, equilibria and probabilistic solutions; special optimization

problems: Shortest path, transport and scheduling; Linear Optimization: Graphical and

computational solutions. Predictions by probability distributions; Introduction to Data

Analysis: Analysis of raw data, five number analysis, box plots, geographical data;

Programming in R: vectors, matrices, data frames, APIs for optimization and statistical

analysis.

Advanced Computer Programming

Asymptotics; basic data structures: Queues, Stacks, trees. Sorting algorithms,

Advanced DS: Hash maps, heaps, graphs. OO Design and UML; Java Generics; Design

Patterns; Multithreading; DB and Web programming

H. PROJECTS

H1. Research projects

2012 – 2014 Scavenger: Semantic Representations for location-based services and planning.

2011 – 2014 SARIDE: Semantic Representations for Media Objects

2001 – 2004 Initiation of the “oo-m-ai” (OO methods for AI) research project. Project objectives:

Develop a coherent, reusable object oriented framework for AIbased problem solving

methods. Expanded to dealing with issues of the "Semantic Web" in 2002

1995 – 1997 Initiation and outline of a research project “Integration of Cognitive Systems” at the

University of Applied Sciences, Hamburg, Department of

Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (with Kai von Luck)xiv. Project goals:

Integration of symbolic and sub-symbolic methods for problem solving. Supervision of

several student’s theses emerging from this project, esp. in the area of symbolic

planning and robot control.

1981 – 1984 Design and prototypical implementation of N.N., a Chess knowledge base for strategic

middle game positions at the Department of Computer Science at the University of

Hamburg as the Ph.D. project (with Kai von Luck).

H2. Student's (educational) projects

• Logic Programming and Planning (Prolog)

• Visualization for Software Engineering

• Visualization of Finite Automata (Pascal)

• Chess Programmingxv

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• Java Evaluation

• Java Applications

I. THESES SUPERVISED (SOME IN COOPERATION WITH LOCAL COMPANIES –

SELECTION)

• An Expert System for Human Resource Scheduling

• A Compiler for the Simulation of Robot Motion

• Core Production Planning System

• Mobile Robot Design for Serving Multiple Goals

• A Knowledge Representation Framework for Simulation

• Planning with Blackboard Abstractions

• An Object Oriented Robot Simulation System

• Design of a Cooperative Internet Agent

• An Open Logic-Programming Environment for Smalltalk

• The Use of Annotations in the "Semantic Web"

• Ontologies and Web Search Engines

J. ONLINE RESOURCES (Lectures & Downloads)

• Online slides for the “Semantic Web” course (Spring 2003) http://www.informatik.haw-

hamburg.de/~semweb/online/

• Course material for “Computer Science 1” http://www.informatik.haw-

hamburg.de/~owsnicki/cs1.html

• Handout “Theory of Computablity” (ps, zip, in German) http://www.informatik.haw-

hamburg.de/~owsnicki/public/theo.zip Slides “Compiler Construction” (rtf, zip, in German)

http://www.informatik.haw-hamburg.de/~owsnicki/public/folrtf.zip

• Slides “Applications of AI” (ps, zip, in German) http://www.informatik.haw-

hamburg.de/~owsnicki/public/kips.zip

• Slides “Functional and Logical Programming” (ps, zip, in German)

http://www.informatik.haw-hamburg.de/~owsnicki/public/flfolien.zip

K. COMPUTER-RELATED SKILLS

FORTRAN IV/80, Common Lisp, Scheme, Prolog, Java, C/C++, Smalltalk,

XML/HTML, JSON, OWL, CSS, JavaScript, Flash, Photoshop, MySQL, MongoDB, Apache,

LaTeX, Linux, R, PHP

L. MISCELLANEOUS SKILLS/HOBBIES

• Audio production and hard disk recording

• Composition and Songwriting

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• Guitar, bass, flute playing

• Digital/analog photography and web design

• Chess

• English language (fluent)

• German language (native)

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ANTHONY G. PINTO [email protected]

SKILLS SUMMARY

Ability to relate equally will with subordinates, peers and supervisors.

Quick to grasp new concepts, taking a common sense approach to new challenges

Ability to program in Pascal, C, C++, Java, Python, JSP, Java Servlets, Java

Server Faces, JDBC, Java Script, Visual Basic, Visual Basic Script, Visual Basic

.NET, Perl, Lotus Script, Ada, SQL, PL/SQL, Unix scripting, Cold Fusion, XML,

and HTML

Extensive software applications experience in Windows, Linux, Unix, Lotus

Notes and Domino, Oracle, SQL Plus, Eclipse, Net-Beans, MySQL, MySql Work

Bench, MS SQL Server, JUnit Testing Framework,Kali Linux tools and

Metasplolit

Extensive knowledge of Ethical Hacking and Penetration testing techniques.

In-Dept understanding of Capability Maturity Model Integrated (CMMI), Extreme

Programming (XP) , Software Development Model and UML.

Detailed knowledge of NSA/DHS CAE Cyber Defense Application Process

Skilled in Object Oriented Programming.

Compiled over 23 years as a classroom instructor and instructor evaluator.

Certified Technical Trainer with Comptia.

Negotiation and Presentation Skills.

Competed twenty years with the United States Marine Corps, with progressively

increasing technical and managerial responsibilities.

Completed 14 years as a graduate and undergraduate Lecturer in Computer

Science

EDUCATION

MS, Computer Science (GPA 3.97) 1996 - 2002

University of West Florida Pensacola, Florida

Graduate April 2002.

Courses include: Data Structures, Software Engineer Courses to include

(Testing, Verification and Validation, Software Specification, Design,

Management), Object Oriented Programming (Java, C++), Ada, Compiler

Construction, Database Programming (Oracle and SQL) and Advance Database

Programming (Data Mining, PL/SQL and Oracle), Research course developing a

Java GUI Application.

BS, BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (GPA 4.0) 1989-1992

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University of Maryland College Park, Maryland

Focus in International Marketing and Japanese American Comparative

Management.

Received University of Maryland Scholarship for GPA and paper on career goals.

AA, ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGY (GPA 3.93 SUMMA CUM LAUDE) 1986-1989

Northern Virginia Community College Annandale, Virginia

U.S. MARINE CORPS/NAVY TRAINING 1979-1997

200 classroom hours in instructional technique and curriculum development.

4400 classroom hours in electronic/computer theory and maintenance

600 classroom hours in leadership training.

120 classroom hours in Total Quality Management Skills.

Received Leadership Writing Award while attending leadership training course.

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

Wireshark Advanced Network Analysis – 2013

Blackhat Certificate – Hacking by the Numbers Bootcamp – 2013

Blackhat Certificate – Hacking by the Numbers BlackOps - 2013

Blackhat Certificate – Pentesting with Kali Lunix – 2013

Blackhat Certificate – Locking Down Linux – 2014

Blackhat Certificate – Adaptive Red Team Tactics – 2014

Quality Matters Course Development - 2017

NSA/DHS CAE KU Mapping - 2014

Raytheon Cyber Security Training – 2012-2013

SEI Introduction to CMMI - 2008

SEI Intermediate Concepts in CMMI -2008

SEI Practical Risk Management - 2009

SEI Mastering Process Improvement -2009

EXPERIENCE

LECTURER 2002 - PRESENT


Point of Contact –Coordinator for UWF successful effort to achieve the NSA/DHS Center

of Academic Excellence Designation in Cyber Defense Education.

Instructed graduate and undergraduate courses in Computer Science and Software

Engineering.fac

Developed, managed and instructed an intensive (1 day) computer programming course for

undergraduate students.

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Lead in coordinating UWF efforts to achieve the NSA/DHS Center of Academic Excellence

designation.

Redesign a Cyber security course including developing 18 laboratory assignments for upper

division Cyber Security course involving penetration testing and network defense using

Kali Linux and Metasploit.

Lead in developing a new Computer Science Specialization in Cyber Security, including

program and new course design.

Developed several laboratory assignment for an upper division Computer Science course,

designed to improve active learning by providing a more hands on activities.

Developed and instructed a 1 day orientation for adjunct instructors

Developed a plan to leverage online meeting software to allow students to increase “Student

engagement” and “Active learning” in SE graduate courses.

Developed new modules in Graduate Database courses to incorporate advanced topics

including relational algebra and PL/SQL

Create an online quiz structure that provided instantiations feedback and allows students to

review errors and improve their scores.

Developed course material to change the database software used in one of our graduate SE

courses. Provided students with newer state of the art software.

Created a lesson learned activity for students in a multiple interation Software Engineering

Group Project class.

Created audio/video recording consisting of an overview that provided insight into solving

the complex programming project for a Graduate Java Programming course.

Designed new laboratory assignments for Intermediate Programming course to expose the

student to Software Engineering techniques such as using UML Class and Interactive

Diagrams, and incremental design.

Incorporated demonstration of several complex tasks via on-line videos that provided

students with a repeatable video reference to these tasks.

Created new programming project assignments for Intermediate and Advanced

Programming courses that caused students to more thoroughly explore GUI development

which is a very marketable skill.

Requires student in upper level programming courses to develop a users manual for all

programming projects, allow student to develop their analytical thinking as well as their

writing skills.

Modified the online quizzes to provide more informative feedback to students.

Added online quizzes to three face to face courses to provide students with self paced

informative feedback.

Successful in term substitute instructor for a software engineering course.

Incorporated framework testing via JUnit into Advanced Programming courses laboratory

and programming project assignments. Framework testing is a sought after industry skill.

Completely redesigned the CIS/SE/ITT capstone class to incorporate a clearer, more

comprehensive, staged approach to providing solutions to real world clients. The solution

included additional artifacts at each stage to improve communication between the client and

the development team.

Redesigned final exam in Graduate On-line Java programming course to test student’s skill

in developing complex programming solutions while using open book type resources. This

new process provided a more thorough assessment of student’s abilities.

Revised a General Studies Computer Science course to increase student engagement and

awareness to how information technology affects their chosen fields.

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Reworked two Graduate SE course to fit into a condensed executive format of eight weeks.

Reviewed and tested a complex laboratory assignment dealing with Service Oriented

Architecture and Cloud Computing

Developed extensive course material for CMMI base process improvement course.

Delivered a CMMI based process improvement course to industry professionals.

Structured the use of On-line meeting software provide a more convenient method for

student academic advising.

Mentored a visiting professor in all aspects of teaching an undergraduate programming

course.

Provided extensive course material and mentorship to an adjunct professor in our Java

Programming course.

Created a successful partnership with Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education

Support (DANTES) at Saufley field to create project opportunities for our Graduate and

Undergraduate Capstone Students.

Setup proctor final exam for out of state adjunct professors class, included all administrative

tasks including grades the exams for the adjunct professor.

Paper on “Creating a Technically-Oriented Course in Web Services and SOA” accepted for

publication and presentation by the 2010 International Conference on Frontiers in

Education: Computer Science and Computer Engineering (FECS'10:July 12-15, 2010,

USA)

Paper on “Supporting Information Systems Education with Open SOA Laboratory” by

Norman Wilde, John W. Coffey, Sharon Simmons, Anthony Pinto, and Eric Daniel

accepted for publication and presentation by the IADIS International Conference

Information Systems 2010, ISBN:978-972-8939-09-0 March 2010, Porto Portugal, pp. 503

– 506.

Paper on “Influences on ransomware’s evolution and predictions for the future challenges”

by Ezhil Kalaimannan, Sharon K. John, Theresa DuBose & Anthony Pinto accepted for

publication in The Journal of Cyber Security Technology Ref.: Ms. No. TSEC-2016-

0002R1 http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/23742917.2016.1252191

Database administrator for Oracle Database Server.

Developed and instructed a comprehensive information technology course covering current

and future information technology topics, including new research in computer science.

Presented a seminar in principles of learning, and instructional technique to the faculty of

the Computer Science Department.

Developed “Hands-on” workshops for Java and C++ Programming courses to increase

“Active Learning” and “Student Engagement”.

Create multimedia for use in the Database System course.

Created an online course project based course which allowed student group interaction in

the virtual world of cyberspace.

Member of the Computer Science Department Graduate Admissions Committee.(2008 –

present)

Member of the UWF General Studies Committee.(2004 – 2010)

Selected Speaker at the 2005 Student Leadership Conference given by the UWF SGA of

FWB.

Selected Speaker at the 16th International Conference on College Teaching and Learning,

March 29 – April 2 2005, Jacksonville, Fl. Presentation on Why Ethical Themes need to be

incorporated in Technology Courses

Departmental Representative for SSE recruiting and public relation events

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Coordinated an Memorandum of Understand between SEI and UWF related to teaching SEI

CMMI courses to local government and businesses

Coordinating a UWF entry into the SEI International Consortium of Universities

Coordinator of outreach program between UWF and West Florida High School, including

guest lectures in college level material.

Active in Departmental Recruiting and public relations

Developed a program to allow high school students to get Computer Science college credit.

Developed several fully on-line Software Engineering Graduate Courses, In keeping with

“Active Learning” and “Student Engagement” incorporating a virtual classroom technology

throughout the course.

Completed Certification courses in Capability Maturity Model Integrated (CMMI) with the

Software Engineering Institute.

Extremely Active in creating a partnership with Raytheon Corporation to improve our

Cyber Security footprint and provide a avenue for further cooperative ventures.

Invited guest speaker for showing faculty innovative ways to use the virtual classroom

education software.

Identified, coordinated and administered the Sun Micro System’s Sun Academic Initiative

(SAI) for university students and faculty

Faculty liaison to Oracle University program that includes informational messages on

cutting edge Oracle technologies, access to Oracle Engineers, Discounts on Oracle

Certification Exam Self Test Software and Discount on Oracle Certification Exams for

Students, Faculty and Staff.

Members of the SSE Science Showcase presented to several grammar and middle schools in

the area.

Selected member of the Computer Science Department Chair Search Committee.

Member of the Computer Science New Faculty Search Committee.

Member of the departmental sub-committee on curriculum revisions.

Member of the Florida Teachers Certification Examination Computer Science Committee

for the Florida Department of Education (DOE).

AITP Intramural Programming Contest - Develop problems, Monitored and Judged contest

Member of the departmental sub-committee for Distance Learning.

Active member of departmental curriculum committee involved in graduate program

changes, book selection and coordination of junior college programs.

Assist the AARP Tax program with vital IT support. Used my profession skill to guide the

program coordinator and his volunteers thru issues related to processing, filing tax returns

electronically. The program process over 2800 tax returns.

Liaison between TeleCommunications Systems and UWF to provide student of the DOD

Joint Analysis course college credits.

Catholic Charities - Family Enrichment Program - Tutoring 3rd thru 5th grade in math,

reading and English.

Red Cross Volunteer in Disaster Computer Operations.

Escambia County School District Mentor

Children’s Home Society Mentor.

Mentor in the Escambia County School “I Love Science” Program

Escambia County School’s Science Fair Judge

Episcopal Day School’s Science Fair Judge

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Fall 2011 No Run-Around Volunteer, this event provided student with information on

registration, admittance, financial aid, advising etc.

Member UWF Military/Veterans Advisory Council

Activity Coordinator for two activities in the 2012 and 2013 Regional Science Olympics

held at UWF.

Coordinating internships with several organization including Escambia County School

System and Raytheon Corporation.

Elected to CAS Council 2012 – 2014.

CAS Council Steering committee 2013-2014

CAS Council Curriculum Change Request Committee 2012- 2014

CoSEH Council member and Chair of CCR committee – 2015.

Member of the 2011 – 2013 UWF Growth & Development Committee

Technical Mentor of Cyber Patriot Team – 2014 - 2016

Cyberthon 15 and 16 – committee member and Blue Team Leader.

Faculty Advisor/Mentor – UWF Cyber Security Club/Cyber Competition team.

Mentor to the club’s competition team that took first place honors in the 2016 Florida

Center for Computer Science Annual Conference Cyber Defense Challenge and the

Cyberthon 2017 Cyber Defense Capture the Flag Competition.

Award NSA GenCyber Grant – 2017

Award NSA/DHS CAE Regional Resourse Center Grant.

PROGRAMMER 1999 – 2002, 2004 - 2009

Dyntel /CSC Pensacola, Florida

Project Lead for two dynamic web application using a variety of technologies including,

J2EE, Oracle, MS SQL Server, Perl, and Linux.

Performed multiple programming task in several languages including Visual Basic Script,

ASP languages, C++, Java and Java Script in support of the U.S. Navy effort to allow

world-wide web integration and collaboration.

Developing integrated web and application based database system to store, present, and

report data used by various departments of the federal government.

Team leader of project which included building an Oracle Database and providing a

complex dynamic web interface using Cold Fusion and Java Script.

Designed and developed interactive web site using JSP, JavaSerlets and SQL Server DB.

Project pulled data from multiple internet sources and develop chart, graph etc.

Exetensive use of Perl scripting to extract complex data for storage in an Oracle database.

Developed an Application in BMC Remedy Administrative Request System.

Led a team to develop a Software engineering project process for a government

organization.

Designed, implemented and integrated in C and Unix Script, an Email address conversion

program handling 30,000 addresses from 20 different sources.

Built and maintain a web accessible site that houses all 10000+ U.S Navy training courses

including schedules and dynamic quotas using extracted data from the Navy’s Master

Oracle database.

Converted Marine Corps Awards program into version used by Chief of Naval Education

and Training including over 400 hours of modification and additions.

Managed network security.

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NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR 1994 -1999

Naval Air Technical Training CenterMillington, Tennessee and Pensacola, Florida

Performed hardware and software configuration of Windows 3.11/95 computers for use on

Windows NT system..

Managed network security by controlling user access through password, user groups and

profiles.

Diagnose/repaired software, network access and hardware problems.

Trained users on software/system operation to include file back-up procedures.

Developed Lotus Approach Data Base program to track student administrative data.

ATC RADAR MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTOR/SUPERVISOR 1992 - 1999


Supervised 6 instructors in a complex $2.5 million computer controlled Radar system

course consisting 568 classroom/laboratory hours.

Proven innovator by decreasing student attrition rate from 17% to 3% by implementing

curriculum changes and refocusing instructor’s schedules.

Hand-picked by Training Officer due to unquestioned credibility, persistence and

organizational skills to research, supervise and electronically develop curriculum for a

maintenance management course consisting of over 2000 pages of material. Received

Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal.

Managed quarterly training schedule for 150 instructors by developing Lotus Approach

Data Base program to report and schedule training.

1983-1992 Provided varying degrees of management and technical skills in relation to computer

controlled Radar system.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Security clearance precludes discussion. Excellent health.

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AMITABH MISHRA

[email protected]

SUMMARY

A qualified academic professional with experience in secondary learning environment, and a

wealth of knowledge in development and implementation of educational technology tools and

applications in college classrooms and labs with a touch of industrial exposure, working for an

educational institution currently.

PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE SUMMARY • Have over sixteen years of experience in teaching at the college and university level, both

in USA and India.

• Have six years of industrial work experience in coal mining and steel industries as a

technical manager, technical evaluator, project coordinator and trainer on computerized

automation.

• As the In-charge of Lab development, was responsible for the development of networked

computer labs and other labs related to process control and automation with hands-on

experience on hardware.

• Implemented innovative methods to develop relations and a better interface between the

students, teaching staff and administrative staff.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Over 15 years of software development experience of programming in: C, C++, Java,

Python, Fortran, Pascal, Assembly – Microprocessors/Microcontrollers

• Over 10 years of working with scripting languages: HTML/CSS, Javascript, Shell

Scripting (bash), SQL and XML

• Over 10 years of experience of working with operating systems: Windows, Linux, Solaris

• Over 10 years of experience of working with scientific software: LabVIEW, MATLAB -

Simulink, R Programming, TinyOS and NesC, Qualnet, OMNET, Castalia

• Experience in working with computer and communication hardware: Computer system

assembly, setting up wired and wireless network infrastructure, TelosB and Tmote Wireless

Sensor Platforms, Toshiba DCS and standalone controllers, Taylor MOD DCS, Siemens PLC,

Allen Bradley PLC

EDUCATION

PhD in Computing Science & Engineering September 2008 – July 2015

University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH – GPA 3.8 Finished with a CGPA of 3.93 and nine

publications in international conferences and journals

Selected Coursework: Advanced Programming Concepts, Advanced Operating Systems,

Advanced Algorithms I/II, Artificial Intelligence I, Data Mining and

Warehousing, Advanced Mobile Computing, Wireless Ad Hoc & Sensor

Networks, Sensor Networks Design.

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Research Group: Center for Distributed and Mobile Computing (CDMC) – PI: Prof.

Dharma P. Agrawal Research Areas: Wireless Sensor Networks, Heterogeneous

Networks, Wireless Control.

Dissertation: Modeling and Performance Evaluation of Wireless Body Area Networks for

Healthcare Applications.

Master of Technology in Instrumentation July 1999 – June 2001

Devi Ahilya University, Indore, India – First Class Honors Degree

Topped the merit list across all semesters in the Class of 2001

PG Diploma in Personnel Management July 2002 – August 2004

National Institute of Personnel Management, Kolkata, India – First Class Honors

Topped the merit list at All-India level and bagged 3 gold medals and a national award

PG Diploma in Biomedical Informatics July 2003 – June 2004

Bioinformatics Institute of India, NOIDA, India – First Class Honors

Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics August 1986 – July 1990

Ravi Shankar University, Raipur, India – First Class Degree

Certification:

“Internet of Things: Roadmap to a Connected World” – Massachusetts Institute of Technology,

May 2016

“Advance Ad-hoc and Sensor Networks” - University of Mumbai, India – 2007

“Computing” – IGNOU, India – 2003

“German Language” – Maxmüller Bhavan, Rourkela, India – 1993

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, USA, Aug 2015 – Till date

Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science

• Taught 9 undergrad courses since Fall’15 semester – Algorithm and Program Design in C,

Introduction to Computer Organization, Operating System Fundamentals, Data Sturctures

and Algorithms – I, Object Oriented Programming

• Teaching 3 undergrad courses in the Spring’17 semester – Data Structures and Algorithms I

– 2 sections, Operating System Fundamentals

• Engaged in Cybersecurity research with the Center of Cybersecurity ad working on IoT

Security

• Holding a courtesy appointment as a Visiting Research Scientist at the Florida Institute for

Human and Machine Cognition, Inc. (IHMC)

• Recipient of the UWF GROW Institute Summer Award for grant-writing; submitted an NSF

grant proposal under the Secure and Trustworthy Computing program

• Site Director, Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) International Collegiate

Programming Contest

(ICPC) 2016, Southeast USA Regional Site, UWF, Pensacola, FL

[https://ser.cs.fit.edu/ser2016/]

• Faculty In-charge, Computer Science Tutoring, HMCSE-UWF since 2016

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• Serving in Growth and Development Committee, UWF, 2016

• Served in Summer Undergraduate Research Project Review Committee, HMCSE, UWF,

2016

• Served in Presidential Scholarship Application Review as an Interviewer, UWF, 2015 and

2016

Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights, KY, USA, Aug 2012 – May 2013

Lecturer, School of Computing Sciences and Informatics

• Taught 6 courses - Object-Oriented Programming in Java, Data Structures and Algorithms,

Information Technology Fundamentals Lab

• Received an average rating ranging between fair and good in students’ feedback

University of Cincinnati, CINCINNATI, OH, USA, 2008 – June 2012

Graduate Teaching Assistant, School of Computing Sciences and Informatics

• Taught 5 courses: Network and System Programming – three courses, Computer

Fundamentals: Data Structures – two courses

• Received an average rating ranging between good and excellent in students’ feedback

• Taught computer programming in Java to school kids in the 2-week long summer camps

organized by the department for the last three summers

• Assisted in teaching sixteen courses covering Data Structures, Network Programming,

Computer Architecture, Programming in MATLAB, C++, and Java, Computer

Networks, Wireless and Mobile Networks, Ad-hoc and Sensor Networks – provided help

on course associated projects

• Occasionally taught classes in the absence of instructors

• Conducted two training sessions for graduate students on installation of TinyOS and

network simulators

• Developed a web based tutorial for hands-on training on TinyOS for other graduate students

• Worked in three projects on application of wireless sensor networks in generation of music

for dance in collaboration with College Conservatory of Music, UC.

• In-charge of equipment inventory and acquisition for the CDMC research group [voluntary]

• Handled computer and network troubleshooting for the CDMC research group [voluntary]

Undergraduate Level Courses Taught at UC

1. Network and System Programming – taught three courses

2. Computer Fundamentals: Data Structures – taught two courses Teaching

Assistant at UC:

1. Data Structures – one course

2. Network Programming – one course

3. Computer Architecture – one course

4. MATLAB programming– two courses

5. C++ Programming – one course

6. Java Programming – three courses

7. Computer Networks – three courses

8. Wireless and Mobile Networks – two courses

9. Ad-hoc and Sensor Networks – two courses

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Associate Professor, Computer Science and Engineering, Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg

(C.G.), INDIA, 1997 – 2008 and 1990 – Jan 1992

Graduate Level Courses Taught in India

1. Design of Industrial Transducers and Sensors — 4 courses

2. Process Control and Industrial Automation — 3 courses

3. Analytical Instrumentation — 2 courses

4. Biomedical Instrumentation — 1 course

5. Business Management — 1 course

6. Microprocessors: Architecture. Programming and Interfacing — 3 course

Undergraduate Level Courses Taught in India

1. Electronic Instrumentation — 9 courses

2. Mobile Communication and Computing — 6 courses

3. Digital Signal Processing — 4 courses

4. Principles of Communication Systems — 3 courses

5. Microprocessors and Interfacing — 2 courses

6. Digital Electronics — 2 courses

7. Advanced Microprocessors — 2 courses

8. Industrial Transducers and Sensors — 2 courses

9. Computer Fundamentals — 1 course

10. Radio Engineering — 1 course

11. Network Analysis — 1 course

12. Electronic Engg. Materials — 1 course

Projects supervised in India: Graduate–12, UG–46 at Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg

(C.G.),

1997 – 2008 and 1990 – Jan 1992

• Taught courses and labs related to computers and communication (Programming courses

taught – C, C++, Java, HTML, SQL, LabVIEW, MATLAB, Assembly – 8085, 8086, 8051)

• Supervised undergrad and grad projects in engineering and inspired students to integrate

technology into daily classroom activities

• Solely responsible for setting-up the Computer Centre for the school with OFC and UTP

wired backbone and wireless networking and Internet services in the institute

• Completed 2 consultancy projects for solving industrial problems

• Chief Organizer for 9 technical and education-oriented workshops, conferences, trainings

and special university events

Record of service: Administrative Assignments (BIT, Durg, India)

Coordinator, M. Tech. Program, Instrumentation and

Control.

2006-08

Coordinator, Depts. of Electronics and Telecom Engg., 2007-08

Computer Science and Engg.,

Information Technology, and Computer

Applications

Coordinator, Continuing Education Cell 2006-08

Prof. In-charge Students’ Association 2000-07

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Founder, Music Club 2005

Head, Dept. of Computer Science and Engg. 2003-06

Prof. In-charge Internet Services, BIT 2001-06

Administrator Official Website, BIT 2001-06

Prof. In-charge Training and Placement, BIT 2004-05

2001-03

Prof. In-charge Central Library, BIT 2003-05

Founder Book Bank

Prof. In-charge Alumni Activities 2001-05

Labs developed: Microprocessors and

Microcontrollers Lab,

Instrumentation Lab,

Computer Hardware Lab

Computer Centre, BIT

Electronics Workshop

Team Member CG State Engineering Admissions 2002-03

Team Member Examination Control Centre 1997-

2008

Examiner 6 universities and 2 autonomous

Institutes

Conduction of theory and practical

examinations.

Question paper setter and evaluator

Expert University Interview Committees: 2005-08

Faculty and Technical Staff recruitment

SELECTED COURSE PROJECTS

Multilevel Encryption-Decryption - Windows CE using Random Number Generator 2006

• Working on Arduino microcontroller controlled sensing, acquisition and transmission of

physiological parameters

• Aiming at cognitive utilization of voice and data networks around the smartphone for

transmission of sensed parameters

Virtual 3-D tour engine 2005

• Developed algorithms for packet shortening in order to save energy and enhance the lifetime

of WBANs

• Evaluated energy savings for critical, real-life, real-time physiological data in the suggested

WBAN framework

Automatic Speaker Recognition System using pitch and formant analysis 2004

• Designed, implemented and tested a testbed involving Tmote sensors for studying link

parameters over multiple transmission channels and various power levels

• Studied packet transmission, link quality and received signal strength parameters and

analyzed the results received

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Selected Publications:

1. A. Mishra, and D. P. Agrawal. Enhancement and Appraisal of Internet of Things Healthcare

Networks. Saarbrücken, Germany: Lap Lambert Academic Publishing, 2017. Print.

2. T. Reichherzer, A. Mishra, E. Kalaimannan, N. Wilde, “A Case Study on the Trade-Offs between

Security, Scalability, and Efficiency in Smart Home Sensor Networks”, The International

Conference on Computational Science and Computational Intelligence (CSCI 2016), Las Vegas,

NV, USA, December 15-17, 2016.

3. A. Mishra and S. Chakraborty, “Energy-efficient design methodologies for Wireless Body Area

Sensor Networks in Healthcare Applications”, BSN Conference 2016, San Francisco, CA, USA,

June 14-17, 2016. 4. A. Mishra and D. P. Agrawal, "Energy Conservation and Lifetime Optimization of Wireless Body

Sensor Networks for 24x7 Physiological parameters’ Monitoring," Journal of Communications,

vol. 10, no. 9, pp. 685-695, 2015. Doi: 10.12720/jcm.10.9.685-695. 5. A. Mishra and D. P. Agrawal, “Continuous Health Condition Monitoring by 24x7 Sensing and

Transmission of Physiological data over 5-G Cellular Channels”, International Conference on

Computing, Networking and Communications (ICNC 2015), Feb 16-19, 2015, Anaheim,

California, USA.

6. A. Jamthe, A. Mishra, and D. P. Agrawal, "Scheduling schemes for Interference Suppression in

Healthcare Sensor Networks", ICC-2014, Sydney, Australia, 10-14 June 2014. 7. A. Mishra, S. Chakraborty, H. Li, and D. P. Agrawal, "Error Minimization and Energy

Conservation by predicting data in Wireless Body Sensor Networks using Artificial Neural

Network and Analysis of Error", CCNC-2014, Las Vegas, NV, USA, Jan 10-13, 2014.

8. N. Weragama, J. H. Jun, A. Mishra and D. P. Agrawal, “Simulation of Mobility Aware Dynamic

Virtual Cells Utilizing Multiple Multicast Trees”, IEEE ComSoc TCSIM Quarterly Newsletter, vol.

15, pp. 2-4, Dec 2012.

9. D. Agrawal and A. Mishra, “Designing Wireless Sensor Networks: from Theory to Applications,”

WCSN 2011, Seventh IEEE Conference on Wireless Communication and Sensor Networks, Dec

5-9, 2011, Panna, India. 10. M. Helmuth, R. Danard, J. H. Jun, T. Oliveira, A. Mishra, and D. P. Agrawal, “Water Birds:

Compositional Collaboration with Clarinets, Wireless Sensors, and RTcmix,” SEAMUS 2011, 26th

Annual Conference of the Society for Electro-Acoustic Music in the United States, January 20–22,

2011, Miami, Florida. 11. M. Helmuth, J. H. Jun, T. Oliveira, J. B. Merkowitz, A. Mishra, Ahmad Mostafa, Dharma Agrawal,

“Wireless Sensor Networks and Computer Music, Dance and Installation Implementations,”

International Computer Music Conference 2010, New York, USA, June 1-5, 2010.

12. A. Mishra and S. R. K. Rao, “Mathematical Modelling for Auto-running of Discontinuous Heat

Exchanger System used for heating of process fluids,” special reference to Cowper Stoves,

Proceedings of INCON–2004-International Conference on Control and Instrumentation, College of

Engineering, Pune, December 2004. 13. A. Mishra and S. R. K. Rao, “Control of Adiabatic Flame Temperature in the Raceway Zone in

Iron Making using Steam Injection into hot air input,” Proceedings of the CISCON — 2004,

National Conference on Control and Instrumentation, Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal,

November 2004. 14. A. Mishra et al., “Development of Algorithm for the Analysis of Vibration signal of Rotating

Machines,” Proceedings of the National Level Conference on Advanced Control and

Instrumentation, St. Joseph's College of Engineering, Chennai, January 2004, pp. 110 - 114.

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Guest Lectures and Talks delivered/ Technical and Training Sessions conducted

• Delivered two technical lectures on “The concept of Comprehensive Environmental

Monitoring and Control System (CEMACS) and typical CEMACS design” and

“CEVIACS using Wireless Sensors” in the workshop on – ‘Trends of Instrumentation and

Control towards environmental challenges’, 5th - 6th October 2007, sponsored by

Chhattisgarh State Council for Science and Technology, organized by Bhilai Institute of

Technology, Durg, India

• Conducted two technical sessions on “Drug Design and Discovery: Steps and

Considerations” and “Computer Aided Drug Design” in the short-term course on ‘Trends

in Antidepressant Drugs - Innovations in Science and Technology: 2007’, 5th - 19th July

2007, sponsored by All India Council for Technical Education, organized by Bhilai

Institute of Technology, Durg India

• Delivered a talk on “Connectivity for the Youth: Trends, Services and Challenges”, in the

Symposium on ‘World Telecommunications and Information Society Day – 2007’, 17th

May 2007, organized by BSNL and Institution of Engineers (India), Bhilai Local Chapter,

Bhilai, India

• Delivered a talk on “OLEDs - The material and technology that one can fold, roll and wear”

in the National Seminar on ‘RECENT TRENDS IN ELECTRONIC MATERIALS and

PHYSICAL SCIENCES’, 15th -16th

September 2006, organized by Department of Electronics and Physics, St Thomas

College, Bhilai, India

• Delivered two technical lectures on “Wireless Sensor Networks - Design Considerations,

Architecture and Hardware” and “Wireless Sensor Network Applications” in the national

workshop on “Sensor Instrumentation for Environmental Pollution Monitoring”, 5th -17th

June 2006, organized by Chhattisgarh Swami Vivekanand Technical University in

collaboration with Centre for Environmental Science and Engineering, Bhilai Institute of

Technology, Durg, India

• Delivered two technical lectures on – “Mobile Telephony in a nutshell” and “Emerging

trends in Mobile Telephony” in the one-day Seminar on Modern Trends in Mobile

Communication, 25th February, 2006, organized by MPC College of Engg. Technology,

Bhilai, India

• Conducted a one-day workshop on “MATLAB programming for Engineers” at Rai

University, Raipur, India on 15th of January, 2006

• Conducted the Telecom Quiz on ‘World Telecommunication Day – 2004’, 17th May 2004,

organized by Institution of Engineers (India), Bhilai Local Chapter, Bhilai, India

• Presented a technical paper on “E-learning” in the National Seminar and Symposium on

‘Education through Net - A new concept’, 22nd August 2003, Institution of Engineers

(India), Bhilai Local Chapter, Bhilai, India

• Presented a technical paper on “Telecommunication in Medical Health Care” in the

National Seminar and Symposium on ‘World Telecommunication Day – 2003’, 17th May

2003, organized by Institution of Engineers (India), Bhilai Local Chapter, Bhilai, India

• Presented a technical paper on “VoIP and Internet Telephony” in the National Seminar and

Symposium on ‘World Telecommunication Day – 2002’, 17th May 2002 organized by

Institution of Engineers (India), Bhilai Local Chapter, Bhilai, India

• Presented a technical paper on “The New Internet Technology - in the face of changing

world scenario” in the National Seminar and Symposium on ‘World Telecommunication

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Day – 2001’, 17th May 2001, organized by Institution of Engineers (India), Bhilai Local

Chapter, Bhilai, India

• Guest faculty for the course titled “Computer Networks and UNIX NOS” for Master of

Computers in Management program under DA University, Indore, India during 1999-2000

academic session

Conferences/ Seminars/ Short Term Courses / Training Programs Organized

• Chaired the session on 'Business Process Reengineering and Network Security (26th

October. 2007) in the national conference titled “Technological Revolution in Application

Development and Intelligent Systems”, under ‘Technovision-2007’, organized by

Department of Computer Applications, SS College of Engg. and Technology, Bhilai, India

• Coordinator for the workshop on “Trends of Instrumentation and Control towards

environmental challenges”, 5th-6th October 2007, sponsored by Chhattisgarh State Council

for Science and Technology, organized by Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg, India

• Resource person and faculty for the ongoing 60-hours refresher program – “Improving on

technical and HR skills” meant for pre-final year undergraduate students. (started July

2007)

• Member of the organizing committee and Coordinator for Technical Sessions for the

National Conference on “Broadband Communications”, under BITCON, organized by

Department of Electronics and Telecommunication Engg., Bhilai Institute of Technology,

Durg, India, March 2007

• Coordinator for the National Conference on “Innovative Information Technologies and

Secure Transactions”, under BITCON, organized by Department of Information

Technology, Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg, India, March 2007

• Coordinator for the National Conference on “Technological Advancements in Processing

and Decision making”, under BITCON, organized by Department of Computer

Applications, Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg, India, March 2007

• Executive Committee for All India Seminars on “Advanced Communication Techniques

and Networking: Exploring Challenges”, 6th-7th January 2007, organized by Institution of

Engineers (India), Bhilai Local Chapter and SS College of Engg. and Technology, Bhilai,

INDIA

• Coordinator for the workshop on -MATLAB and S1MULINK programming for Scientists

and Engineers", 12th December, 2006 organized by Dept. of Electronics and

Telecommunication Engg., Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg, India

• Conducted a 45-Hour Comprehensive Training Program (Oct-Nov 2006) for

undergraduate students in the Pre-final year of their studies in order to improve upon their

preparedness for facing job recruitment drives, organized under the banner of Training and

Placement Office of the Institute.

• Coordinated a training program on “Virtual Instrumentation using LabVIEW-7 and NI-

ELVIS”, 4th-5th August 2006, organized by Dept. of Electronics and Telecommunication

Engg., Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg,

India

• Coordinator for the workshop on “MATLAB: Toolboxes for Power Systems,

Communications, Signal Processing, Neural Networks, Image Processing and Control”,

July 2006, organized by Dept. of Electronics and Telecommunication Engg., Bhilai

Institute of Technology, Durg, India

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• Convener for ‘Phoenix-2006 - A national level student talent colloquium involving

students’ technical paper and poster presentation, technical project and computer

programming contests organized by Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg, CG, India on 7th-

8th April 2006

• Initiator and Organizer of “Campus Training Forum” (CTF) at Bhilai Institute of

Technology. CTF is a forum that works towards all-round development of students as true

professionals. (Functioning started on 11th Feb 2006).

• Coordinator for ‘ACT-2005’, a National Conference on “Advance Communication

Techniques” held at Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg, India on 5th-6th April 2005

• Coordinator for ‘Techno-Melange-2004’, State-level students' technical paper presentation

contest organized by Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg, India on 23rd-24th August 2004

SELECTED RESEARCH AND CONSULTANCY PROJECTS

Android Smartphone based Coordinator for Wireless Body Area Networks 2014





Lifetime enhancement of Wireless Body Area Networks 2013


of WBANs


WBAN framework

Wireless Sensor Network Testbed 2011

• Designed, implemented and tested a testbed involving Tmote sensors for studying link

parameters over multiple transmission channels and various power levels

• Studied packet transmission, link quality and received signal strength parameters and

analyzed the results received

• Used for various other studies by senior members in the research group

Wireless Sensor Network based control of Music 2009

• Worked on five different projects involving dancers, clarinetists and pianists with College of

Music, UC

• Designed, fabricated and tested interface and conditioning circuits for external pressure, IR,

optical and 3-axis accelerometer transducers for Tmote and TelosB sensors for use in sensor

localization and music control

• Coded the NesC modules for data acquisition, caching and transmission for the

TelosB/Tmotes

• The wireless sensor network would sense and relay the control command for playing the

music to a base station Mac computer

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Plate Mill, Rourkela Steel Plant, Rourkela, India 2005

• Successfully implemented LIVE - Logically Interactive Virtual Eyes - An optical solution

development project for dividing shear problem in Plate Mill, RSP, Rourkela, India

• The project involved image sensing of long plates using multiple cameras, compositing the

images in a nonconventional display resolution and projecting them into conventional PAL-

TV monitor in the control pulpit for Operator assistance

Blast Furnace 7, Bhilai Steel Plant, Bhilai, India 2001

• Developed the algorithm, coded and implemented a network inter-process communication

mailbox in UNIX for the supervisory computer system

• The mailbox was responsible for communicating sensor data from programmable logic

controllers using TCP/IP, via a Terminal Server, through a UNIX server, to a Windows

computer

Satpura Power, Jabalpur, India 1999

• Designed, implemented and commissioned the automatic charging system for the Biomass

Gasifier used in the generation of electrical power using firewood

• Responsible for making detailed electrical drawings, equipment planning and procurement,

overseeing of installation, testing and commissioning

SELECTED ACADEMIC PROJECTS

Multilevel Encryption-Decryption - Windows CE using Random Number Generator 2006







of WBANs


WBAN framework



of WBANs


WBAN framework

RF Switching

• ISM Band frequency transmitter and receiver circuits for controlling home consumer electronic

appliances

• Transmitter acts as a four-channel NLOS remote controller with a much higher range than

conventional IR based remotes

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DAQ for Temperature measurement using NI ELVIS 3.0

• Instrumentation system designed for temperature transducers, signal conditioning and

linearization, and secondary display devices using NI ELVIS and LabVIEW

• The system can accept RTDs, Thermistors and Thermocouple transducers

DIP using C

• Utilities for edge detection, image transforms, histogram equalization, color to grayscale

conversion written in C language

• Use of DFT, DCT, DST, Hadamard, Discrete Walsh and KL Transform for comparison of

speed and energy compaction

Optical networking through Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing

• Optical networking for meeting high BW data demand using DWDM for routing, grooming,

optical amplification and restoration at wavelength level and data capacity enhancement

• Optical layer transparent to SONET layer; provides restoration, performance monitoring and

provisioning of individual wavelength instead of electrical SONET signals

• Provides ultra-fast communication over a short distance of a few meters, stationary network

Capability extension possible up to a Terabit LAN

Design and implementation of a convolutional coder and decoder in FPGA

• 4-state Coder-Decoder pair using FPGA with error detection and correction, tested for noisy

conditions (AWGN)

• The pair is designed for convolutional Trellis Coded Modulation for high speed modems

operating in bandwidth limited channels

EVM

• Microprocessor 8085 based EVM

• Program and subroutines stored in EPROM

Collapse Indicating Devices

• Checks the pressure on any supporting surface using a piezoelectric crystal/strain gauge and

gives out an alarm if the pressure exceeds predetermined unit

• Possible uses in public places, terraces, underground mines, weighing machines and elevators

FM Remote speaker system using PLCC

• HF Audio signals coupled with HV power line; signal travel along the power line and ensuring

no attenuation due to bus-bar capacitance

• Isolation of power and communication equipment, power line EMI, modulation issues handled

FM provides auto-volume control

• Duplex asynchronous serial link between two computers @9600 bauds with error detection

and correction

Telephone Remote Control Switch

• ON-OFF control for home appliances through telephone calls via a circuit interfaced to the

remote telephone line/device by dialing specific DTMF digits

• Audio feedback/ACK on control action completed

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Local Positioning System

• Inertial Guidance - dead reckoning based local reference system from an initial reference

PC Controlled Obstacle detection and collision avoidance in a robotic rover

• Robo-rover using IR sensor TSOP-1738 for obstacle sensing

• Rover control program in C-language (stepper motor control through parallel port)

Parallel Telephones with Auto Secrecy and intercom facility

• Disabling of other parallel phones (3 of the 4 in parallel ) when one has been lifted

Anti-Theft Messenger

• Auto messaging in the event of theft or fire

• Fully reconfigurable microcontroller based embedded system with battery support

Microcontroller based access control system

PIC 16F84 microcontroller based lock-unlock system operated

by access codes

Programmed in microchip assembly language; secure password

reset

Control of Home Appliances through Telephone line using PLC

• DTMF 8-channel switching via power line and Teleremote control via telephone lines

• 4-bit DTMF data sent through power main line for appliance ON/OFF control using 8 relays

Face Recognition using Eigen face method

• Uses image-vector based approach, in which there is statistics-based dimensionality reduction

by using Eigen weight method

• The method also uses the extraction of some local features to determine tilt and rotation

PC-based wireless appliance control system

• Parallel port for control of devices through wireless transmitter and receiver

C++ program for control with multiple possible user accounts

Health Monitoring System

• Microcontroller-based, low cost monitoring system for human body

parameters

INDUSTRIAL EXPERIENCE

Assistant Manager (Instrumentation), Instrumentation Department

Steel Authority of India Limited, Bhilai Steel Plant, BHILAI, CG, India, 1992 – Nov 1997

• Planned, co-ordinated and controlled the C&I systems overhaul, additions, modifications,

revamping

• Head of a team of 30 qualified technicians, responsible for scheduling preventive,

shutdown and breakdown maintenance and training the team on the computerized

automation systems and safety

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• Responsible for implementing ISO-9001:2000 standards of calibration, testing, installation

and maintenance of sensor systems, associated electronics, programmable logic controllers

and distributed computer control systems

• Responsible for association and co-ordination between engineering agencies involved in

the development of green field projects

• Conducted monthly contact classes and training programmes for the development of skilled

manpower in the department.

Projects worth mention:

• Designed the logic, programmed and implemented the boiler drum level control loop

program for the DCS automation system of a Power Station Boiler using TCL language

• Designed the logic, programmed and implemented the Raceway Flame Temperature

Control Loops (assembly level and machine programming) for Blast Furnaces on Toshiba

controllers

• Designed the logic, programmed and implemented the automatic model for online control

of Blast Furnace Cowper Stoves on Q-Basic language

• Designed and engineered the fabrication of a modified Hot Blast and Stove Dome

Thermocouple fixing assemblies for in-situ fixing in very short shutdown time

Coal India Limited, South Eastern Coalfields Limited, BILASPUR, CG, India, Jan – Aug 1992

Junior Executive Trainee, Electronics and Telecommunication Department

• Worked on Strowger and Electronic Automatic Telephone Exchanges, Landline telephone

network, VHF Communications Wireless links

• Well versed with telephone system electronics, telephone network wiring and terminations

• Performed a technical evaluation for an upcoming UHF-TDMA Radio Telephony project

ACCOLADES AND AWARDS

1. Project with CCM-UC was the cover story of UC Grad School Yearbook 2009

2. NIPM – PGDPM Examination 2004

i. Tarneja National Award – Recitation and Cash award

ii. NIPM Proficiency Gold Medal

iii. AIOE Gold Medal for highest marks in “Industrial Relations” paper

iv. Karnataka State Gold Medal for highest percentage of marks in the country

3. University top, M.Tech. (Instrumentation), Class of 2001, Devi Ahilya University, Indore

4. 5th in Post-Training Merit List, SAIL-BSP’s Management Trainees (Technical) - 1992 Batch

5. Best Student of the School – BMHS School, Raipur, India - 1983-84

MEMBERSHIPS

• Student Member, IEEE

• Student Member, ComSoc

• Life Member, Indian Society for Technical Education

• Member, Institution of Engineers (India)

• Life Member, Biomedical Society of India

• Life Member, Instrument Society of India

• Member of Panel of Jury, CII Chhattisgarh HR Excellence Awards - 2005

• Member, Board of Studies, Electronics and Telecommunication Engg. Stream, Faculty of

Engineering and Technology, CSV Technical University, Bhilai, CG, India, 2006-2008

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• Member, Board of Studies, Electronics Stream of studies, Govt. V.Y.T. P.G. Autonomous

College, Durg, CG under Pt. RS Shukla University, Raipur, CG, India, 2005-2008

COMMUNITY SERVICE

• Mentor for a Blue Team participating in CyberThon 2016 and the winning UWF team in

CyberThon 2017, Pensacola, FL, USA

• Volunteer for preparing the middle-school students’ team for the CyberPatriot competitions

at Ferry Pass Middle

School, Pensacola, FL where I teach computer programming and cyber-security basics

• Grad Student Volunteer at University of Cincinnati – Computer Science Summer Camp

June 2009, June 2011

Helped in teaching of "Beginners' Java Programming" and in making robotics and sensors

projects in two-week long Summer Camp - 2009 for high school students, organized by CS

Dept, CEAS, UC. June 2010

Taught "Beginners' Java Programming" and helped in making robotics and sensors projects

in two-week long Summer Camp - 2010 for high school students, organized by CS Dept,

CEAS, UC.

• Member, Volunteer and Historian for University of Cincinnati – Bhakti Yoga (Aug 2009 -

July 2015)

'University of Cincinnati – Bhakti Yoga' is a students’ group for general help in life

through morals, spirituality, vegetarian food and healthy practices. I have participated and

volunteered in all the group events that include lecture events, potlucks and fundraising

efforts organized by the group since Fall 2009.

• Member and Historian for University of Cincinnati Vegetarian Club (Aug 2012 - July 2013)

UCVC is a students’ group for promoting healthy living and vegetarianism among UC

students that was formed in Fall 2012. I was responsible for maintaining and promoting the

group as one of the Administrators of the Facebook page for the group. As the Historian, I

was responsible for photographing, cataloging and sharing the details of group events on

social media. I have also volunteered for monthly vegan potluck events as well as daylong

promotion and fundraising events for the group.

• Volunteer for ‘Association for India’s Development’ (AID); worked in fundraising events,

2008-2011

• Member, Regional representative and Auditor of a social group ‘EhSaaS India’, that takes

up specific help tasks for the Institutes for physically and mentally challenged in the country,

by surveying their specific needs or problems and helping them out, 2005 – 2008

• Planned and managed a fundraising event in 2005 with the help of BIT Alumni for helping

‘Sneh Sampada’, Bhilai, CG, India – a residential institution for the mentally challenged

• Volunteer for ‘Anand Niketan’, Bilaspur, CG, India – a residential Institution for the

education and development of the hearing challenged, since 1992

• Organizing Committee Member and Volunteer for BIT Durg Alumni Association (July 2001

- June 2008)

Volunteered for and helped organize annual Alumni Meets for my Alma Mater from 2001 -

2008

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T H O M A S R E I C H H E R Z E R

Research Goal and interests

My main goal is to conduct research in artificial intelligence methods and their

applications to build intelligent systems. I am also interested in systems and

networks and related security issues. My broad research interests include

machine learning, natural-language processing, information retrieval,

knowledge representation, human computer interaction, and, more recently,

sensor networks and simulation of networks.

Professional history

August 2016 – now: Associate Professor, The University of West

Florida,

Pensacola, FL.

August 2010 – July 2016: Assistant Professor, The University of West

Florida,

Pensacola, FL.

2009 – 2010: Visiting Assistant Professor, The University of West

Florida, Pensacola, FL.

2007 – 2009: Director of Technology, Enkia Corp., Atlanta, GA.

2001 – 2007: Research Assistant & Associate Instructor, Indiana

University, Bloomington, IN.

2006: Consultant, Pragati Synergetic Research, Cupertino, CA.

1994 – 2001: Research Associate, Institute for Human & Machine

Cognition (IHMC), Pensacola, FL.

1996 – 1998, Adjunct Instructor, The University of West Florida,

Pensacola, FL.

1991 – 1994: Teaching Assistant, University of Ulm, Germany.

1991: Consultant, Artificial Intelligence Research Institute, Ulm, Germany.

Academic History

2001 – 2009, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN

Ph.D., Computer Science, Cognitive Science (minor), GPA 3.99.

Certificate in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI).

Thesis title: A Concept Map-based Approach to Document Indexing and

Navigation.

1994 – 1996, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL

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M.S., Computer Science, GPA 4.0.

1990 – 1996, University of Ulm, Ulm, Germany

Diplom, Informatic, GPA 3.45.

Personal Data

Professional membership: ACM, AAAI.

Recent Research Projects

Wearable Devices Security (2015-present)

Description: The use of wearable devices is on an upward curve with a

range of devices now available from a number of manufacturers. The

security and privacy issues relating to the hardware, software and the

data collected by these devices, however have not been studied

extensively. A lack of standards and regulations has contributed to

various proprietary protocols being used which may or may not provide

adequate protection to a user’s data.

Work: In this project, hardware and software security aspects of different

kinds of wearable devices and their communication protocols will be

studied. Various attack vectors and different kind of attacks will be

investigated. Specifically, attacks on the integrity, confidentiality and the

privacy of the data will be examined. Finally, solutions and patches for

security against the attack vectors and vulnerabilities will be proposed.

Research results have been published.

Smart Home Technology (2010-present)

Description: This project aims to build smart home systems consisting of

sensor networks and smart software systems integrated into homes to

monitor human activities in the home for the purpose of improving the safety

and the quality of life of all people living in the home.

Work: In collaboration with graduate and undergraduate students, several

methods were developed to capture and analyze sensor data for recognizing

human activities and to monitor individuals and suggest corrective actions in

situation where activities may cause harm. Different methods of human-

machine interaction are being investigated and applied to provide just-in-

time support. A prototype sensor network and middleware services has been

built and tested. Additional middleware services are being developed to

perform activity recognition and an evaluation of the entire system by end

users will be conducted soon. The research is described in several

publications.

Knowledge Modeling in Health Care (2011-2014)

Description: This project aims to build a knowledge model on health care

provider knowledge to promote a better understanding of provider

information and collaboration among stake holders. It also pursues capturing

semantic information on health care data models to support software

development & maintenance activities.

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Work: This is a sponsored research project by Blue Cross Blue Shield. In

collaboration with domain experts an initial knowledge model was built

using concept mapping and published for collaboration with users of

provider information within the organization. Furthermore, semantic

information of a complex health care data model was captured via concept

mapping and used in subsequent case studies to examine how semantic

information can facilitate software development and foster greater

understanding of a domain. The research is described in several publications.

Intelligent Search Tools to Support Maintenance of Service Oriented

Architecture (SOA) Composite applications (2010-2013)

Description: This project focuses on the development of intelligent search

tools that mine artifacts of Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) composite

applications to provide support for software engineers.

Work: Several case studies have been conducted to identify abstractions of

SOA artifacts that support software maintenance activities. A search tool,

called SOA Miner, has been developed that extracts and indexes abstractions

from SOA artifacts and visualizes them. Rule-based methods have been

applied and evaluated to automate the extraction process. The research is

described in several publications.

Teaching experience

Associate Professor

University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, Fall 2016 – Spring 2017

Data Structures & Algorithms (face-to-face, graduate & undergraduate

sections)

Algorithm and Program Design (face-to-face, undergraduate)

Operating Systems (face-to-face, graduate & undergraduate sections)

Computer Networks (face-to-face, graduate & undergraduate sections)

Linux System & Network Administration (face-to-face, undergraduate)

Assistant Professor

University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, Fall 2010 – Spring 2016

Advanced Computer Systems (face-to-face, graduate)

Advanced Computer Systems & Networks (face-to-face, graduate section)

Computer Graphics & Simulation (face-to-face, graduate & undergraduate

sections)

Data Structures & Algorithms (face-to-face, undergraduate)

Algorithm and Program Design (face-to-face, undergraduate)

Introductory Programming in Java (face-to-face & online, undergraduate)

Operating Systems (face-to-face & online, graduate & undergraduate

sections)

Computer Networks (face-to-face & online, graduate & undergraduate

sections)

Linux System & Network Administration (face-to-face, undergraduate)

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Visiting Assistant Professor

University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, Fall 2009 – Summer 2010

Operating Systems (face-to-face & online, graduate & undergraduate

sections)

Computer Networks (face-to-face & online, graduate & undergraduate

sections)

Software Testing and Verification (online, graduate)

Introductory Programming in Java (face-to-face, undergraduate)

Adjunct Instructor

University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, Fall 2008 – Summer 2009

Operating Systems & Networks (online, graduate)

Associate Instructor

Indiana University, Bloomington, IN, Fall 2004 – Spring 2005

Computer Models of Symbolic Learning (face-to-face, graduate)

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (face-to-face, undergraduate)

Adjunct Instructor

University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, Summer 1997 – Fall 1998

Introduction to Computer Graphics (face-to-face, undergraduate)

Object-Oriented Programming in Java and C++ (face-to-face,

undergraduate)

Teaching Assistant

University of Ulm, Ulm, Germany, Spring 1991 – Fall 1994

Computer Organization (face-to-face, undergraduate)

Database systems (face-to-face, undergraduate)

Technical Skills

Programming languages: Java, C, C++, VB, Scheme, Lisp, Prolog, Python,

Perl.

Web programming: J2EE, PHP, GWT.

Development of GUIs for Windows and Java platforms (MFC, AWT,

Swing).

Web languages: HTML, XML, WSDL.

Semantic Web technology: OWL, RDF, Protégé, Pellet.

Virtualization platforms: VMWare Workstation, vSphere Hypervisor

Experienced with design and usage of database systems including MySQL,

ObjectDB.

Client-server application development using TCP/IP, UDP, RMI, JDBC.

Experienced user of IDEs including Visual Studio .NET, Eclipse, Netbeans.

Experienced user of version control systems (CVS, SVN) and software

testing tools including white box testing tools.

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Experience in system administration of UNIX and Windows platforms.

Knowledgeable of HCI design and evaluation principles.

Professional Services

Program Committee

Sixth International Conference of Concept Mapping, 2014, Santos, Brasil.

Fifth International Conference of Concept Mapping, 2012, Valetta, Malta.

Third International Conference of Concept Mapping, 2008, Tallinn,

Estonia, Helsinki, Finland.

Second International Conference of Concept Mapping, 2006, San Jose,

Costa Rica.

First International Conference of Concept Mapping, 2004, Pamplona Spain.

Refereed Journals and Conference Proceedings

FLAIRS, Context, ECCBR, ICCBR, AI Magazine, IEEE System Man &

Cybernetics, IEEE Expert Systems with Applications.

Invited Guest Lectures

The University of West Florida, March 2015.

The University of West Florida, September 2012.

Blue-Cross Blue Shield, Colombia, South Carolina, 2012.

The University of West Florida, November 2009.

Doctoral Colloquium, i-Conference, October 2006.

Exploiting Structure in Concept Maps for Intelligent Support, Vanderbilt

University, August 2006.

National Library of the Netherlands, May 2006.

Collaborative Knowledge Capture in Ontologies, Indiana University, April

2006.

Understanding Knowledge Models: Modeling Concept Importance in

Concept Maps, Indiana University/Purdue University, April 2006.

Conference Presentations

32nd International Conference on Computers and Their Applications

(CATA 2017), Honolulu, HI, 2017

3rd International Conference on Model-driven Engineering and Software

Development, Angers, France, 2015.

The 2014 International Conference on Security and Management (SAM),

Las Vegas, Nevada, 2014.

4th International Workshop on Principles of Engineering Service-Oriented

Systems.

5th International Conference on Concept Mapping, Valetta, Malta, 2012.

Knowledge Systems for Coalition Operations, Pensacola, Florida, 2012.

45th Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences, Maui, 2012.

Supercomputing 2006, Tampa, Florida, 2006.

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Second International Conference on Concept Mapping, San Jose, Costa

Rica, 2006.

28th Annual Conference of the Cognitive Science Society, Vancouver,

Canada, 2006.

Joint Conference on Digital Libraries, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 2006.

26th Annual Conference of the Cognitive Science Society, Chicago, Illinois,

2004.

16th International Florida Artificial Intelligence Conference, St. Augustine,

Florida, 2003.

Intelligent Tutoring System Workshop on Pedagogical Agents, St. Antonio,

Texas 1998.

11th International Florida Artificial Intelligence Conference, Sanibel Island,

Florida, 1998.

9th International Florida Artificial Intelligence Conference, Key West,

Florida, 1996.

Grant Applications

Security in IoT Environments, Security and Software Engineering Research

Center (S2ERC), 2016.

REU SITE: Cybersecurity and Large-Scale Data Analystics, National

Science Foundation, 2014.

Semantic Search in Software Documentation, Security and Software

Engineering Research Center (S2ERC), 2013.

Semantic Data Modeling for System & Data Comprehension, Security and

Software Engineering Research Center (S2ERC), 2013.

Knowledge Modeling for Supporting Program Comprehension, Security

and Software Engineering Research Center (S2ERC), 2012.

Remote Interactive Learning Environments, National Science Foundation,

2012.

Erosion Simulation and Modeling, Earth Ethics (non-profit), 2011.

Intelligent Interactive eBooks, IES, Dept. of Education, 2011.

Monitoring Market Intelligence for Retail Consumers and Producers,

National Science Foundation, Information and Communication

Technologies, 2009.

Semantic Wiki for Page Alerting, SBIR Information Systems, 2009.

Secure Cognitive Systems for Cross-Domain Information Discovery,

Access, and Retrieval, BAA Cross-Domain Innovation & Science, 2009.

Data access and security in a need-to-share environment, SBIR Information

Systems, 2008.

Information Dissemination Agent in Cross-Domain Information Sharing

Environment, SBIR Information Systems, 2007.

Consolidating Entity Information from Heterogeneous Text Sources for

Multi-INT Fusion, SBIR Information Systems, 2007.

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Towards a Semantic Web for Instruments, Sensors, and other Real-Time

Data Sources, IIS – Information Integration & Informatics, National


Context Models, User Models, and Reasoning for Performance Support in

Complex Task Environments, IIS – Human-Centered Computing, National


Empirical Investigations of Representations, Learning, and Reasoning for

An Experientially Adaptive Cognitive Agent, Experience-Based Learning,

DARPA, 2005.

Providing Understanding Context: Exploiting Knowledge Models to

Support Document Access, Use, and Indexing, NASA Intelligent Systems

Program, 2003.

Selected Publications

Journal Articles

Coffey, J. W., Baskin, A., Reichherzer, T., Wilde, N. (2016). A Semi-

Automated Approach to the Recovery of SOA System Structure From Low-

Level Artifacts. International Journal of Software Engineering and

Knowledge Engineering, Vol. 26, no. 1, pp. 41-62.

Lorenzetti, C., Maguitman, A., Leake, D., Menczer, F., and Reichherzer, T.

(2016). Mining for Topics to Suggest Knowledge Model Extensions. ACM

Transactions on Knowledge Discovery from Data, Vol. 11, Issue 2, article

no. 23.

Leake, D., Maguitman, A., Reichherzer, T. (2014). Experienced-Based

Support for Human-Centered Knowledge Modeling. Knowledge-Based

Systems. Vol. 68, pp. 77-87.

Snider, D., Coffey, J., Reichherzer, T., Wilde, N., Terry, C., Vandeville, J.,

Heinen, A., and Pramanik, S. (2014). Using Concept Maps to Introduce

Software Security Assurance Cases. CrossTalk: The Journal of Defense

Software Engineering. Vol. 27, no. 5.

El-Sheikh, E., Reichherzer, T., White, L., Wilde, N., Coffey, J., Bagui, S.,

Goehring, G., Baskin, A. (2013). Towards Enhanced Program

Comprehension for Service Oriented Architecutre (SOA) Systems. Journal

of Software Engineering and Applications (JSEA). Vol. 6, no. 9, pp. 435-

445.

Goehring, G., Reichherzer, T., El-Sheikh, E., Snider, D., Wilde, N., Bagui,

S., Coffey, J., White, L. J. (2013). A Knowledge-Based System Approach

for Extracting Abstractions from Service Oriented Architecture Artifacts.

Journal of Advanced Research in Artificial Intelligence (IJARAI). Vol. 2, no.

3, pp. 44-52.

Uszok, A., Bunch, L. Bradshaw, M., Reichherzer, T., Hanna, J. Frantz, A.

(2013). Knowledge-based Approaches to Information Management Systems

in Coalition Environments, IEEE Intelligent Systems. January/February

2013, pp. 34-41.

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White, L., Reichherzer, T. Coffey, J., Wilde, N., Simmons, S. (2011).

Maintenance of Service Oriented Architectures Composite Applications:

Static and Dynamic Support, Journal of Software Maintenance and

Evolution Research and Practice. doi: 10.1002/smr.568

Sooriamurthi, R., Reichherzer, T. (2002). FLAIRS 2002 Conference Report.

AI Magazine. Vol. 23, no. 4, pp. 99-100.

Cañas, A. J., Ford, K. M., Novak, J. D., Hayes, P., Reichherzer, T., Suri, N.

(2001). Online Concept Maps: Enhancing collaborative learning by using

technology with concept maps. The Science Teacher. Vol. 68, No.4, pp. 49-

51.

Bradshaw, J. M., Suri, N., Cañas, A. J., Davis, R., Ford, K., Hoffman, R.,

Jeffers, R., Reichherzer, T. (2001). Terraforming Cyberspace. IEEE

Computer. Vol. 34, no. 7, pp. 48-56.

Bezdek, J., Reichherzer, T., Lim, G. S., Attikiouzel, Y. (1998). Multiple-

Prototype Classifier Design. IEEE Transactions on SMC. Vol. 28, no. 1,

February, pp. 67-79.

Peer-reviewed Proceedings

Reichherzer, T., Timm, M. Earley, N., Reyes, N., and Kumar, V. (2017).

Using machine learning techniques to track individuals & their fitness

activities. In Proceedings of the 32nd International Conference on Computers

and Their Applications (CATA 2017), Honolulu, Hawaii, pp. 119 - 124.

Reichherzer, T. Mishra, A., Kalaimannan, E., and Wilde, N. (2016). A Case

Study on the Trade-Offs between Security, Scalability, and Efficiency in

Smart Home Sensor Networks. In Proceedings of the 2016 International

Conference on Computational Science and Computational Intelligence

(CSCI), Las Vegas, NV, pp. 222-225.

Gray, J., Reichherzer, T., Sutton, A. M., Touma, J., Bennett, W. (2015). An

Automated Approach to the Initialization of the Snakes Algorithm for the

Detection of Swimbladder Regions in X-ray Image Data. Proceedings of the

28th International Florida Artificial Intelligence Research Society

Conference (FLAIRS), May 18-20, Hollywood, FL, pp. 111-114.

Soles, L. R., Reichherzer, T., Snider, D. (2015). Creating a Cost Effective

Air to Ground Network Simulation Environment. Proceedings of the 2015

IEEE Southeast Conference, April 9-12, Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Reichherzer, T., Coffey, J., Gonen, B., and Gillett, I. (2015). Knowledge

Modeling in the Health Care Domain to Support Software Development &

Maintenance. Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Model-

Driven Engineering and Software Development

(MODELSWARD 2015), Angers, France, pp. 470-476.

Terry, C., Castellano A., Harrod, J., Luke, J., and Reichherzer, T. (2014).

The UWF Cyber Battle Lab: A Hands-on Computer Lab for Teaching and

Research in Cyber Security. Proceedings of the 2014 International

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Conference on Security and Management (SAM '14), Las Vegas. pp. 11-16,

ISBN 1-60132-285-2.

Coffey, J. W., Snider, D., Reichherzer, T., and Wilde, N. (2014). Concept

Mapping for the Efficient Generation and Communication of Security

Assurance Cases. Proceedings of IMCIC'14, Orlando, FL. March 4-7, 2014,

pp. 173-177. ISBN-978-1-936338-97-9.

Satterfield, S., Reichherzer, T., Coffey, J., El-Sheikh, E. (2012). Applications

of Structural Case-Based Reasoning to Activity Recognition in Smart Home

Environments. Proceedings of the 11th International Conference on

Machine Learning and Applications, Boca Raton, December.

Coffey, J., Reichherzer, T., Wilde, N., Owsnicki-Klewe, B. (2012).

Automated Concept-Map Generation from Service-Oriented Architecture

Artifacts. Proceedings of the 5th International Conference on Concept

Mapping, Valetta, Malta, September.

Wilde, N., Coffey, J., Reichherzer, T., White, L. J. (2012). Open SOALab:

Case Study Artifacts for SOA Research and Education. 4th International

Workshop on Principles of Engineering Service-Oriented Systems, PESOS

2012, Zurich, Switzerland.

White, L., Wilde, N. Reichherzer, T., El-Sheikh, E., Goehring, G., Baskin,

A., Hartmann, B., Manea, M. (2012). Understanding Interoperable Systems:

Challenges for the Maintenance of SOA Applications. Proceedings of the

45th Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences, Maui, Hawaii, pp.

2199-2206.

Reichherzer, T., El-Sheikh, E., Wilde, N., White, L., Coffey, J., Simmons, S.

(2011). Search-Based Support for Web Services Evolution: Identifying the

Right Abstractions. Proceedings of the 13th IEEE International Symposium

on Web Systems Evolution, Williamsburg, VA, pp. 53-58.

Wilde, N., White, L., Coffey, J., Reichherzer, T., Dault, J., Restrepo, J. G.,

Leal, D., Simmons, S. (2010). Prototype Tools for Understanding SOA:

Static and Dynamic Approaches. Proceedings of 22nd International

Conference on Software & Systems Engineering, Paris, France.

McMullen, D., Reichherzer, T. (2006). Identity and Functionality in the

Common Instrument Middleware Architecture. Proceedings of the Second

Workshop on Formal Ontologies Meet Industry, Trento, Italy.

Reichherzer, T., Leake, D. (2006). Towards Automatic Support for

Augmenting Concept Maps with Documents. Proceedings of the Second

International Conference on Concept Mapping, San Jose, Costa Rica, pp.

566-573.

Reichherzer, T., Leake, D. (2006). Understanding the Role of Structure in

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Bobrovnikoff, D. (2005). Collaborative Knowledge Capture in Ontologies.

Proceedings of the Third International Conference on Knowledge Capture

(K-Cap’05), Banff, Canada, pp. 99-106.

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An Incremental Approach to Context-Based Web Search. Proceedings of

Fifth International and Interdisciplinary Conference on Modeling and Using

Context (CONTEXT-05), Paris, France, Lecture Notes in Computer Science,

Vol. 3554, Springer Verlag, pp. 254-267.

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Related Topics: Towards Context-Based Support for Knowledge Model

Extension. Proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Intelligent

User Interfaces, San Diego, CA, pp. 207-214.

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Concept Map construction. Proceedings of the First International

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Appendix E

University of West Florida Undergraduate Admissions and Graduation Requirements

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Freshmen Admissions

The following outlines the general processing of all First Time in College students to the

University of West Florida (UWF Regulation 3.001).

General Provisions

Admission decisions to the University of West Florida ("UWF" or "University") are

made by the University subject to the regulations of the Florida Board of Governors

("BOG").

For the purposes of this regulation, "First Time In College" ("FTIC") students are defined

as students who have earned a standard high school diploma from a regionally accredited

high school or its equivalent and who have earned fewer than 12 semester hours of

transferable college credit, as defined in UWF/REG 3.001(1), since graduating from high

school, as evaluated by UWF.

Undergraduate admission decisions for FTIC students are determined on a selective basis

within curricular, space, enrollment and fiscal limitations. Satisfaction of minimum

admission requirements does not guarantee acceptance. The selection process may

include, but is not limited to, such factors as grades, test scores, pattern of courses

completed, class rank, educational objectives, past conduct, academic recommendations,

personal recommendations and achievements. Preference for admission in any term will

be given to those applicants whose credentials indicate the greatest promise of academic

success while enrolled at UWF. Admission to UWF as a FTIC student affords an

applicant the ability to enroll as a degree-seeking candidate in pursuit of a baccalaureate

degree.

UWF does not discriminate in the admission process based upon age, color, disability,

gender (sex or gender identity), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual

orientation, or veteran status.

First Time In College Student Admission

The minimum admission requirements expected of FTIC students are established by the Florida

Board of Governors and are set forth in BOG Regulation 6.002. Satisfaction of the BOG

minimum requirements does not automatically guarantee admission to the University of West

Florida.

The BOG minimum admission standards require:

1. A standard diploma from a regionally accredited high school or its equivalent. Applicants

with a General Educational Development ("GED") certificate must refer to sub-

paragraph (5). Applicants that are participants in a Home Education or Other Non-

Traditional High School Program must refer to sub-paragraph (6). (Students admitted

under the Early Admission Program are exempted from this requirement.)

2. For students who entered high school on July 7, 2007, or later, completion of 18

academic units of college-preparatory, year-long courses or equivalents (normally offered

in grades nine through 12) are required as follows:

a. four (4) units of English–three of which must have included substantial writing

requirements;

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b. four (4) units of mathematics–at the algebra I level and above;

c. three (3) units of natural science–two of which must have included substantial

laboratory requirements;

d. three (3) units of social science–history, civics, political science, economics,

sociology, psychology or geography;

e. two (2) units of the same foreign language or American Sign Language

demonstrating proficiency through the second level; and

f. two (2) additional academic elective units from among these five academic areas

and other courses approved by the BOG.

g. For students who entered high school prior to July 7, 2007, completion of 18

academic units of college-preparatory, year-long courses or equivalents (normally

offered in grades nine through 12) are required as follows:

i. four (4) units of English- three of which must have included substantial

writing requirements;

ii. three (3) units of mathematics- at the algebra I level and above;

iii. three (3) units of natural science- two of which must have included

substantial laboratory requirements;

iv. three (3) units of social science–history, civics, political science,

economics, sociology, psychology or geography;

v. two (2) units of the same foreign language or American Sign Language


vi. three (3) additional academic elective units from among these five

academic areas and other courses approved by the BOG.

3. An official SAT Reasoning Test (all three sections) or ACT Plus Writing Test; and

4. High school grades that meet either sub-paragraph a. or b.

a. At least a "B" average (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) as computed by UWF in the required

high school academic units in English, mathematics, natural science, social

science, foreign language and electives; or

b. At least a 2.5 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) as computed by UWF in the

required high school academic units in English, mathematics, natural science,

social science and foreign language and electives and the following test scores:

i. SAT–Critical Reading ≥ 460; or ACT–Reading ≥ 19

ii. SAT–Mathematics ≥ 460; or ACT–Mathematics ≥ 19

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iii. SAT–Writing ≥ 440; or ACT–English/Writing ≥ 18

5. Applicants presenting a GED must present official GED results, official transcripts of any

partial high school completion, and ACT Plus Writing and/or SAT Reasoning Test

(critical reading, math and writing). In addition to the test score requirements list above

in 3. (b), GED applicants must receive a minimum composite score of 21 on the ACT

Plus Writing Test, or an overall combined test score of 1450 on the SAT Reasoning Test

(critical reading, math and writing).

6. Applicants participating in a Home Education or Non-Traditional High School Program

must present a transcript from the Home School Education Program (all units must be

listed in Carnegie Units) and a document from their county stating that the applicant

meets high school graduation requirements. In addition to the test score requirements list

above in 4. (a) and (b), Home Education or Non-Traditional High School Program

applicants must receive a minimum composite score of 21 on the ACT Plus Writing Test,

or an overall combined test score of 1450 on the SAT Reasoning Test (critical reading,

math and writing).

Transfer Admissions

The following outlines the general processing of all Transfer students to the University of West

Florida. These procedures are encompassed in UWF Regulation 3.032, approved by the

University of West Florida Board of Trustees in June 2012. Until this approval, transfer

student admission practices had been contained within the FTIC admission protocol. In June

2012, these procedures were developed into their own regulation.

General Provisions



("BOG").

"Transfer" applicants are those applicants who, prior to admission to UWF, have earned

12 or more semester hours of transferable college credit, as defined in this regulation,

since graduating from high school, as evaluated by the Office of Undergraduate

Admissions.

1. Transfer applicants with fewer than 60 semester hours of transferable college

credit must meet the transfer admission requirements set forth below under

Transfer Student Admission, and these applicants must also meet the First Time

In College ("FTIC") student admission requirements located in UWF Regulation

3.001.

2. Transfer applicants with 60 or more semester hours of transferable college credits

must meet the transfer admission requirements set forth below under Transfer

Student Admission.

Undergraduate admission decisions for transfer students are determined on a selective

basis within curricular, space, enrollment and fiscal limitations. Satisfaction of minimum





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success while enrolled at UWF.



orientation nor veteran status.

Transfer Student Admission

The minimum admission requirements expected of transfer students are established by and are

set forth in BOG Regulation 6.004. Satisfaction of the BOG minimum requirements does not

automatically guarantee admission to the University of West Florida. The BOG regulation

requires the transfer applicant to:

Be in good standing and eligible to return to the last post-secondary institution attended

as a degree-seeking student;

Have a cumulative 2.0 Grade Point Average ("GPA") on a 4.0 system. The GPA is

calculated using all transferable post-secondary credits;

Satisfy the minimum admission requirements for entering FTIC students (See UWF

Regulation 3.001) if transferring with fewer than 60 semester hours; and

Demonstrate proficiency to the second level of the same foreign language (or American

Sign Language) taken either in high school or at the undergraduate institution(s) attended

previously.

1. Transfer students not meeting the foreign language requirement may be admitted;

however, if admitted, such students are required to complete the foreign language

requirement prior to UWF graduation.

2. Transfer students who received an Associate of Arts ("AA") degree from a

Florida public community college, college, or university prior to September 1,

1989 are exempt from this requirement.

International Undergraduate Admissions

Applicants to the University are considered international if they are not U.S. Citizens, hold dual

citizenship between the U.S. and another country, or are permanent residents currently residing

in the U.S. In addition to the policies and procedures stated for the different categories of

admission, the following information pertains to international applicants. Domestic applicants

should refer to the "Freshman Admissions" or "Transfer Admissions" sections.

The following outlines the general processing of all International students to the University of

West Florida. These procedures are encompassed in UWF Regulation 3.042, approved by the

University of West Florida Board of Trustees in March 2012.

International Student Office (ISO)

1. Admission of international students to the University of West Florida ("UWF" or

"University") is governed by University of West Florida admission regulations 3.001,

3.002, 3.004, 3.032, 3.033 and 3.042 , Florida Board of Governors (BOG) Regulations

6.001, 6.002, 6.003, 6.004, and 6.009, and the requirements herein.

2. For purposes of this regulation applicants to the University of West Florida will be

considered "International" students if they are not U.S. citizens and if they require a visa

to remain in the United States. Applicants who are permanent residents of the United

States are not considered international students.

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3. The admission requirements stated in the Board of Governors and UWF regulations are

minimum requirements. Satisfaction of minimum requirements does not guarantee

admission into the University. Preference for admission in any term will be given to those

applicants whose credentials indicate the greatest promise of academic success.

4. Applicants must meet the following criteria and submit the required documentation to

receive consideration for admission to the University:

o A degree seeking applicant (undergraduate and graduate) whose native language

is not English must provide evidence of English language proficiency. Non-

degree undergraduate students are not required to provide documentation of

English proficiency unless they are attending UWF under an international

exchange agreement which requires the student to document English proficiency.

The English requirement (proficiency in written and spoken English) may be

fulfilled by establishing one of the following:

1. That he or she is from a country where English is the official language; or

2. That his or her prior associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree was earned from

a regionally accredited college or university in the United States; or

3. That his or her prior bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree was earned from a country

where English is the official language, or from a university at which English is the

official language of instruction; or

4. That he or she completed his or her junior and senior year in a U.S. high school with a

SAT Verbal score of 550 or a ACT English score of 23; or

5. That he or she achieved a qualifying score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language

(TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or Michigan English

Language Assessment Battery (MELAB)/ Michigan English Language Institute College

English Test (MELICET).

Qualifying scores for undergraduate applicants are either a TOEFL computer-based score

of 213, a TOEFL internet-based score of 78/80, a TOEFL paper-based score of 550, an

IELTS score of 5.5/6, or a MELAB/MELICET score of 76/77. (Consult the

Undergraduate Catalog for sub-score requirements and for specific program

requirements, which may be higher.)

1. Undergraduate applicants must have a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale as calculated by UWF

Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

2. Applicants must submit transcripts evidencing all prior academic course work including

post-secondary education. The University requires an official copy of all academic

credentials. Transcripts that are not in English must be accompanied by a certified

English translation. Transcripts from educational institutions outside the United States

must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service, as specified on the international

application. (All academic credentials become property of the University. They will not

be returned or forwarded to a third party. Credentials of applicants who do not enroll

within one year will be destroyed).

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3. Applicants must submit a non-refundable application fee payable in U.S. dollars.

4. Applicants must complete and submit the following medical information:

a. a Physician’s Evaluation Form and a Medical History Form completed by a

physician, indicating the applicant’s fitness, mentally and physically to pursue a

college level study program.

b. Documentation of MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) immunization, and

c. Proof of immunization for meningitis and hepatitis B, or a signed waiver

indicating the applicant’s informed decision not to be vaccinated.

5. Applicants must provide proof of medical insurance that complies with the requirement

of University policy, AC-6.00- 08/08 "Medical Insurance Coverage for Enrolled

International Students" for all applicants on F-1 or J-1 visas.

6. Applicants must provide a Certification of Finances before the Certificate of Eligibility

(Form I-20 or a DS-2019) will be issued by the University. The Certificate of Finances

will show specific sources of a satisfactory level of financial support and the amount

expected from each source. Funding sources must be verified by the student’s or

sponsor’s bank by submitting an original bank statement from the student’s or sponsor’s

financial institution. The total funds available to the student for the first academic year

must at least equal the total estimates of institutional costs and living expenses. For

applicants living outside the U.S., the Declaration and Certification of Finances must be

received by the University no later than the application deadline each semester.

7. For transfer students: A completed transfer clearance form is required for F-1 applicants

to verify their eligibility to transfer in F-1 status.

8. Undergraduate applicants who have provided all required materials and who meet all

admission requirements except the English proficiency requirement may be considered

for Conditional Admission to the University. Undergraduate students who receive a

Conditional Admission letter who desire to attend UWF must enroll in the Intensive

English Program at UWF. If such students seek to enroll in a degree program, they must

meet the requirements set forth in paragraph (4) iv., above.






meet the requirements set forth above.

10. Applicants will not be considered for admission until the University has received all

required materials. Undergraduate international student applications, along with all other

records required for admission must be received by the program deadline or university

international application deadline, whichever is earlier, unless the deadline is waived by

the University in writing.

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Graduation and General Degree Requirements

(http://catalog.uwf.edu/undergraduate/academicpolicies/graduation/)

Pre-Graduation Audit

Students are required to meet with the assigned academic advisor to complete a Pre-Graduation

Audit prior to completing 90 semester credit hours. This audit is intended to advise the student

of all courses needed for graduation and to confirm that all remaining requirements are

included in the degree plan.

Graduation Process

Students are responsible for meeting all graduation requirements. Having met all requirements

for an undergraduate degree a student is expected to graduate and will not be permitted to take

additional classes as an undergraduate student. Student responsibilities include:

1. Meeting with an academic advisor each semester to discuss degree progression;

2. Completing the Graduation Application online by the deadline listed in the Academic

Dates and deadlines in the Catalog;

3. Meeting with the Department and completing a Graduation Action Plan when necessary;

and

4. Meeting all requirements for the degree.

Bachelor’s Degree Requirements

Requirements for a bachelor’s degree from UWF are listed below. The colleges and

departments may have requirements which exceed these minimums. Students should refer to

their degree audits to review degree requirements. The degree audit must indicate all

requirements have been completed. Please consult the individual departments for details.

Minimum requirements are:

120 semester hours in an approved program

UWF cumulative 2.00 GPA with a major GPA of 2.00 (departments may set a minimum

grade requirement in each course and limited access programs may require higher

minimum major GPAs)

48 semester hours in upper-level course work

25% of degree program credits must be earned at UWF

The last 30 semester hours of credit for a degree must be earned at UWF

24 semester hours of upper-level work in the major field with a minimum of 18 upper-

level semester hours in the major field at UWF

Fulfillment of Gordon Rule

Completion of all General Education requirements

Completion of all program specific lower division common prerequisites

Completion of admissions foreign language requirement

Completion of multicultural requirement

Nine hours of summer semester enrollment at an SUS institution (students who entered

UWF with less than 60 semester hours)

A degree will not be awarded for a student on academic probation or suspension

Admitted and enrolled at UWF in a degree-seeking status for a minimum of one semester

in the degree program for which a degree is awarded

http://catalog.uwf.edu/undergraduate/academicpolicies/graduation/

https://confluence.uwf.edu/display/public/Viewing+a+Degree+Audit

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Admitted and enrolled at UWF in a degree-seeking status within the last five years of the

date the degree is awarded. Students should contact their major department to determine

the minimum of hours and courses in which to enroll. Students who need to be readmitted

will be required to meet the degree requirements of the current catalog.

General Degree Requirements

In addition to the requirements for the major program of study, students must satisfy the

following general University requirements:

General Education Requirements

All students (except for students holding an A.A. or certification of the completion of general

studies requirements from a Florida public university or college) who enter UWF must

complete the requirements specified as General Education. The General Education

requirements are the basic studies that provide students with a broad educational foundation

and are essential requirements for all A.A. and baccalaureate degree programs. Courses may

not be taken on the pass/fail basis.

Gordon Rule (Writing and Mathematics) Requirements

To fulfill the writing and mathematics requirement for earning the first baccalaureate

degree, students are required to satisfy the Gordon Rule, Florida Statutes by taking six

semester hours of English coursework and six semester hours of additional coursework in

which students are required to demonstrate college-level writing skills through multiple

assignments. In addition, six semester hours of mathematics at the level of college algebra

or higher are required. Students are required to take six semester hours of theoretical math

or three semester hours of theoretical math and three semester hours of applied

math. Students must have a grade of "C-" or better in the courses to successfully complete

this requirement. Courses may not be taken on the pass/fail basis. Students must complete

these requirements before advancing to upper-division status. Transfer students should

refer to the Transfer Credit section of this catalog. Students should consult the Office of

Undergraduate Admissions for evaluation of transfer mathematics courses for General

Studies requirements, Gordon Rule, and credit for graduation.

Multicultural Requirement

An important component of a liberal education is the study of cultures other than one's own. As

such, multiculturalism encompasses the appreciation of the values, expressions, and modes of

organization of diverse cultural communities. To further such study, the University of West

Florida requires all students pursuing a bachelor's degree to complete at least one course that

explores one or more of the dimensions of another culture (language, religion, socio-economic

structures, etc.). Students are exempt from this requirement if they have completed an A.A.

degree, the general education program at a Florida public institution, or a baccalaureate degree.

The requirement is satisfied by the successful completion of a multicultural course

designated on the following list. Several of the selections are General Education courses,

and students may enroll in these to meet both the General Education and the multicultural

requirements.

Foreign Language Requirement

http://catalog.uwf.edu/undergraduate/academicpolicies/grades/#transfercredit

http://uwf.edu/admissions/undergraduate/


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Florida Statutes require that students admitted to a Florida public university meet the foreign

language requirement for demonstrating competency in a foreign language. Students who have

earned an A.A. from a Florida public community college may be admitted to the University,

but must demonstrate competency prior to graduation with a baccalaureate degree. Students

completing 8-10 semester hours of American Sign Language with passing grades will have

satisfied the foreign language admission requirement. The foreign language requirement must

be satisfied prior to progression to upper-division status. In addition, each academic department

may determine specific language requirements for students and will recommend or require

languages and proficiencies according to individual needs, career objectives, and academic

programs.

Competency may be demonstrated in the following ways:

Earning two credits of a single foreign language in high school or one credit in high

school and the second semester (four semester hours) of the same foreign language at an

accredited postsecondary institution demonstrating proficiency through the second level,

OR

Satisfactory completion of two semesters (8-10 semester hours) of a single foreign

language at a postsecondary institution prior to admission to UWF demonstrating

proficiency through the second level. Grades of P are acceptable for this requirement, OR


language at UWF demonstrating proficiency through the second level. Grades of P are

acceptable for this requirement. Successful completion of the following tests with

appropriate test scores: CLEP subject matter examinations, MAPS-Latin examination

published by the College Entrance Examination Board, and proficiency examination at

UWF.

Undergraduate transfer students are exempt one of the following applies: (1) they received an

A.A. from a Florida public college prior to September 1, 1989; or (2) they enrolled in a

program of studies leading to an associate degree from a Florida public college prior to August

1, 1989, and complete at least one academic course each twelve month period beginning with

the student's first enrollment in a Florida public college and continuing until the student

enrolled at UWF.

Summer Hour Requirement

Undergraduate students entering one of the state universities of Florida with less than 60

semester hours of credit must earn at least nine semester hours prior to graduation by

attendance during one or more summer sessions at one of the state universities. Students may

satisfy this requirement through online courses at UWF as well as any other UWF

courses. Courses taken within the community college, state college system, or outside of the

State University System of Florida cannot be used to satisfy summer hours.

Residency Requirement

Students must complete a minimum of 30 semester hours (25% of the degree program) in a

planned program at UWF. In addition, the last 30 semester hours of course work for the

undergraduate degree must be completed in residency at UWF. Courses taken while on

University sponsored study abroad programs count as resident credit for purposes of meeting

graduation requirements. Courses taken at another institution will not meet the UWF residency

degree requirement.

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Board of Governors, State University System of Florida

Request to Offer a New Degree Program

(Please do not revise this proposal format without prior approval from Board staff)

University of West Florida Fall 2018

University Submitting Proposal Proposed Implementation Term

Hal Marcus College of Science and

Engineering Computer Science

Name of College(s) or School(s) Name of Department(s)/ Division(s)

Computer Science Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity

Academic Specialty or Field Complete Name of Degree

11.1003

Proposed CIP Code

The submission of this proposal constitutes a commitment by the university that, if the

proposal is approved, the necessary financial resources and the criteria for establishing

new programs have been met prior to the initiation of the program.

Date Approved by the University Board of

Trustees

President Date

Signature of Chair, Board of

Trustees

Date Provost and Senior Vice

President

Date

Provide headcount (HC) and full-time equivalent (FTE) student estimates of majors for

Years 1 through 5. HC and FTE estimates should be identical to those in Table 1 in

Appendix A. Indicate the program costs for the first and the fifth years of implementation

as shown in the appropriate columns in Table 2 in Appendix A. Calculate an Educational

and General (E&G) cost per FTE for Years 1 and 5 (Total E&G divided by FTE).

Implementation

Timeframe

Projected

Enrollment

(From Table 1)

Projected Program Costs

(From Table 2)

HC FTE

E&G

Cost per

FTE

E&G

Funds

Contract

& Grants

Funds

Auxiliary

Funds

Total

Cost

Year 1 160 103.34 2,540 262,468 0 0 262,468

Year 2 175 113.02

Year 3 190 122.71

Year 4 215 138.86

Year 5 230 148.54 3,126 464,343 0 0 464,343

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Note: This outline and the questions pertaining to each section must be reproduced within the

body of the proposal to ensure that all sections have been satisfactorily addressed. Tables 1

through 4 are to be included as Appendix A and not reproduced within the body of the proposals

because this often causes errors in the automatic calculations.

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INTRODUCTION

I. Program Description and Relationship to System-Level Goals

A. Briefly describe within a few paragraphs the degree program under

consideration, including (a) level; (b) emphases, including concentrations,

tracks, or specializations; (c) total number of credit hours; and (d) overall

purpose, including examples of employment or education opportunities that

may be available to program graduates.

The University of West Florida (UWF) seeks to offer a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity

degree program consisting of 120 semester credit hours to be delivered in traditional format on

the main Pensacola campus. The Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering’s Department

of Computer Science at UWF has offered a Cybersecurity specialization within the Computing

and Information Sciences degree program, CIP Code 11.0101, since fall 2014. The stand-alone

Cybersecurity degree program, CIP Code 11.1003, is broadly designed to prepare students who

seek entry-level work in the rapidly expanding field of cybersecurity. In 2016, UWF and the

Cybersecurity specialization were designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in

Cyber Defense Education by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland

Security.

UWF seeks to create a stand-alone Cybersecurity degree program for the following reasons:

Converting the current Cybersecurity specialization into a stand-alone degree program

allows UWF to market its programs more effectively to students.

The curriculum of the proposed Cybersecurity program conforms to National Security

Agency requirements for the designation of UWF as a Center for Academic Excellence.

A stand-alone degree program in Cybersecurity will enable the university to highlight

distinctions and recognitions received from this designation.

Cybersecurity skills are in high demand by the public and private sectors.

Nationwide, universities are not producing enough graduates to meet the cybersecurity

job openings.

The Florida Board of Governors has recognized the need to expand cybersecurity education and

research within the state and in 2013 established the Florida Center for Cybersecurity for State

University System (SUS) institutions to collaborate on cybersecurity related initiatives. UWF is

an active member of the Florida Center for Cybersecurity and has been engaging with other

SUS institutions on research collaborations and educational programs. The proposed

Cybersecurity degree program fits within the Board of Governor’s vision for Florida to become

a leader in cybersecurity education and research. Opportunities for employment and demand for

graduates are discussed in the need and demand sections (II.A and II.B) of this request.

B. Please provide the date when the pre-proposal was presented to CAVP

(Council of Academic Vice Presidents) Academic Program Coordination

review group. Identify any concerns that the CAVP review group raised

with the pre-proposed program and provide a brief narrative explaining

how each of these concerns has been or is being addressed.

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During its October 5, 2017, conference call, the CAVP workgroup expressed no concerns with

UWF developing a stand-alone BS in Cybersecurity degree program (Cip Code 11.1003).

C. If this is a doctoral level program please include the external consultant’s

report at the end of the proposal as Appendix D. Please provide a few

highlights from the report and describe ways in which the report affected

the approval process at the university.

Not applicable, the Cybersecurity degree program is an undergraduate degree.

D. Describe how the proposed program is consistent with the current State

University System (SUS) Strategic Planning Goals. Identify which specific

goals the program will directly support and which goals the program will

indirectly support (see link to the SUS Strategic Plan on the resource page

for new program proposal).

Teaching and Learning – Increase the Number of Degrees Awarded in STEM:

State University System Strategic Planning Goals identify Cybersecurity 11.1003 in the SUS

Programs of Strategic Emphasis under Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM).

UWF’s program will provide students with an extensive background in cybersecurity and will

enable graduates to seek employment opportunities in government, industry, and with non-

governmental organizations.

Specific sections from the SUS Strategic Plan 2012-2025 that apply to the BS in Cybersecurity

degree program, and to the reason for the change from a specialization to a stand-alone degree

program, include the following:

State universities have prioritized the coordination of academic program delivery in order

to optimize resources, to expand efficiencies, and to respond to workforce demands for

graduates with specific knowledge and skills. Specifically, university goals are being set

to increase the number of graduates with degrees in the STEM fields. UWF’s proposed

Cybersecurity degree program directly supports this goal.

Florida seeks to become more competitive in the national and global economy. To

accomplish this, the state must increase the educational attainment levels of its citizens.

State universities including UWF are responding by offering more degree programs in

specific high demand fields, particularly the STEM disciplines.

Strategic Priorities for a Knowledge Economy

As part of its strategic planning activities, the Board of Governors, in conjunction with Florida’s

leading economic and workforce councils, approved areas of programmatic strategic emphasis

for targeting degree programs in the State University System. This list of programs includes

certain STEM degree programs and programs with critical and/or economic development needs

or emerging technologies. These programs serve to assist the state universities in planning for a



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degree program array that addresses both workforce and student demands. As a STEM

discipline, the BS in Cybersecurity degree program helps the state accomplish this goal.

E. If the program is to be included in a category within the Programs of

Strategic Emphasis as described in the SUS Strategic Plan, please indicate

the category and the justification for inclusion.

The Cybersecurity degree program, CIP Code 11.1003, is listed in the Florida Board of

Governor’s Programs of Strategic Emphasis under:

Information Technology - STEM

Please see the Programs of Strategic Emphasis (PSE) methodology for additional

explanations on program inclusion criteria at the resource page for new program

proposal.

F. Identify any established or planned educational sites at which the program is

expected to be offered and indicate whether it will be offered only at sites other

than the main campus.

The Cybersecurity degree program will be offered in the traditional face-to-face format on the

UWF main Pensacola campus.

INSTITUTIONAL AND STATE LEVEL ACCOUNTABILITY

II. Need and Demand

A. Need: Describe national, state, and/or local data that support the need for more

people to be prepared in this program at this level. Reference national, state,

and/or local plans or reports that support the need for this program and requests

for the proposed program which have emanated from a perceived need by

agencies or industries in your service area. Cite any specific need for research

and service that the program would fulfill.

Due to high demand for cybersecurity expertise, UWF’s Cybersecurity specialization has

experienced a steady increase in enrollment. The Department of Computer Science expects

enrollment increases to continue (See Appendix A Table 1) through Year 5.

National

The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, projects career opportunities for graduates with a

bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity to grow by 18% from 2014 to 2024 with median wages well

above the national average. Expected growth should come from government and industries that

require specialists due to the barrage of cybersecurity attacks on private and public cyber

infrastructure and data. The Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook labels

the category for those who work to protect a company’s computer systems as Information

Security Analyst.



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Table 2. National Data for Information Security Analysts

Information Security Analysts - National Data

National Job Outlook 2014-2024 18% Growth

Typical Entry Level Education Required Bachelor’s Degree

Work Experience in a Related Occupation Required Less Than Five Years

On the Job Training Required None

2014 Median Annual Pay $82,900

2016 Median Annual Pay $92,600

Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-

and-information-technology/information-security-analysts.htm

State

In the 12-month period July 2015 – June 2016, Florida had more than 15,000 new job openings

in cybersecurity. The state lacks enough qualified job seekers to fill these openings. The

dangerous shortage threatens to put Florida’s cyber infrastructure at risk.

A 20% growth rate is expected for Information Security Analysts in Florida as can be seen in

Table 3, Projections for Information Security Analysts (Standard Occupational Code: 151122) in

the State of Florida. At all levels (entry level, average and experienced), Florida wages are well

above average for this employment sector.

Table 3. Projections for Information Security Analysts (Standard Occupational Code: 151122) in

the State of Florida

Information Security Analyst - Florida

2017 Wages

Entry Average Experienced

$55,508 $85,503 $100,500

Occupational Projections - Florida

2025 Projected

Employment

Growth Rate Total Job Openings

5,987 20% 3,713

Florida Department of Economic Opportunity http://www.floridajobs.org/labor-market-

information/data-center/statistical-programs/employment-projections

Local

Northwest Florida is home to numerous military bases and contractors as well as a variety of

companies and government agencies with high-tech needs. The Department of Homeland

Security and large defense contractors including Northrop Grumman, Raytheon, and Lockheed

Martin have recently expanded their cybersecurity operations in the region. UWF students who

graduate with a BS in Cybersecurity degree will be able to contribute to the needs of those

employers and provide a positive impact on the local economy.

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B. Demand: Describe data that support the assumption that students will enroll in the

proposed program. Include descriptions of surveys or other communications with

prospective students.

As the proposed stand-alone Cybersecurity degree program is replacing an existing

specialization, there are data from past years. Fall 2014 enrollment was 21 students, fall 2015

enrollment increased three-fold to 64, and for fall 2016, enrollment nearly doubled to 118

individuals. In fall, 2017 more than 140 students enrolled in UWF’s Cybersecurity

specialization. Due to the availability of high paying positions for graduates with cybersecurity

skills, UWF expects enrollment increases for the stand-alone Cybersecurity degree program to

continue.

C. If substantially similar programs (generally at the four-digit CIP Code or 60

percent similar in core courses), either private or public exist in the state, identify

the institution(s) and geographic location(s). Summarize the outcome(s) of

communication with such programs with regard to the potential impact on their

enrollment and opportunities for possible collaboration (instruction and

research). In Appendix C, provide data that support the need for an additional

program.

No other SUS institution offers a bachelor’s degree program in CIP Code 11.1003. Florida

International University offers a master’s degree program in Computer and Information Systems

Security/Information Assurance in CIP Code 11.1003. UWF’s program follows the Department

of Homeland Security/National Security Agency curriculum guidelines and will be the first

baccalaureate level degree program of its kind in the state. Due to the absence of a similar

program in the SUS, no communication with other institutions has been undertaken. During its

October 5, 2017, conference call the CAVP workgroup expressed no concerns with UWF’s

proposed BS in Cybersecurity degree program.

D. Use Table 1 in Appendix A (1-A for undergraduate and 1-B for graduate) to

categorize projected student headcount (HC) and Full Time Equivalents (FTE)

according to primary sources. Generally undergraduate FTE will be calculated

as 40 credit hours per year and graduate FTE will be calculated as 32 credit hours

per year. Describe the rationale underlying enrollment projections. If students

within the institution are expected to change majors to enroll in the proposed

program at its inception, describe the shifts from disciplines that will likely occur.

As the proposed Cybersecurity degree program is replacing an existing specialization, there are

enrollment data from past years from the Cybersecurity specialization. The Department of

Computer Science expects enrollment to increase, as the field is relatively new and in an area of

substantial interest to students seeking a computer-related career (Appendix A, Table 1).

As shown in Appendix A Table 1, the Department of Computer Science anticipates Year 1

enrollment in the stand-alone Cybersecurity degree program to be 160 students with an FTE of

103.34. Continual growth places Year 5 enrollment at 230 students with an FTE of 148.54.

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E. Indicate what steps will be taken to achieve a diverse student body in this

program. If the proposed program substantially duplicates a program at

FAMU or FIU, provide, (in consultation with the affected university), an

analysis of how the program might have an impact upon that university’s ability

to attract students of races different from that which is predominant on their

campus in the subject program. The university’s Equal Opportunity Officer

shall review this section of the proposal and then sign and date Appendix B to

indicate that the analysis required by this subsection has been completed.

Consistent with its mission, UWF has admissions policies that balance attention to access,

inclusiveness, and quality. In addition, UWF encourages applications from qualified persons and

does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender (including gender identity and

sex), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status. UWF's

New Academic Program Approval Policy requires that programs appropriately address diversity.

Therefore, the university and its degree programs take proactive measures to achieve a diverse

student body.

To ensure the desired outcome for student diversity, recruiting efforts initially focus on the

university's eight-county service area: Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Walton, Holmes,

Washington, Bay, and Gulf. Recruitment efforts also extend to other geographic regions having

larger underrepresented populations of prospective students.

The proposed Cybersecurity degree program will be marketed to multiple student segments:

first-time-in-college, entering freshmen and transfer students, professionals desiring to enhance

their credentials, and military personnel desiring to enhance their skills and enter the civilian

workforce. Program faculty and staff employ multiple outreach methods to ensure diversity in

the program. The faculty have attended and will continue to attend new student orientations to

showcase UWF’s Cybersecurity degree program and to discuss coursework and career goals with

new students. The Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering will implement a

comprehensive marketing campaign to promote the proposed Cybersecurity degree program to

the aforementioned student segments.

The Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering currently attracts a diverse student body to

the Department of Computer Science, and program coordinators anticipate a continued trend of

increasing diversity of students in the stand-alone degree program (Figure 1).

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Figure 1. Five-year comparison of diversity in UWF's current Computer Science degree

program.

III. Budget

A. Use Table 2 in Appendix A to display projected costs and associated

funding sources for Year 1 and Year 5 of program operation. Use Table 3

in Appendix A to show how existing Education & General funds will be

shifted to support the new program in Year 1. In narrative form,

summarize the contents of both tables, identifying the source of both

current and new resources to be devoted to the proposed program. (Data

for Year 1 and Year 5 reflect snapshots in time rather than cumulative

costs.)

As the proposed Cybersecurity degree program is replacing in purpose and resource use an

existing specialization, the funds currently utilized for the specialization will be shifted to the

stand-alone degree program. The total reallocated base for the program shown in Appendix A

Table 3 is $262,468. The main costs for the program are faculty salaries and benefits ($215,182

Year 1, $429,555 Year 5), A&P salaries and benefits ($10,500 Year 1, $13,400 Year 5), and

adjunct expenses ($30,000 Year 1, $15,000 Year 5). Adjunct expenses decrease in Year 5 as the

department will add two new faculty lines in fall 2019 and fall 2020 respectively. All costs are

based on current and projected use in the current Cybersecurity specialization and come from

E&G funds.

71 68 65 63 65

29% 32% 35% 37% 35%

fall 2012 fall 2013 fall 2014 fall 2015 fall 2016

Non-Minority Minority

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B. Please explain whether the university intends to operate the program through

continuing education on a cost-recovery basis, seek approval for market tuition

rate, or establish differentiated graduate-level tuition. Provide a rationale for

doing so and a timeline for seeking Board of Governors’ approval, if

appropriate. Please include the expected rate of tuition that the university

plans to charge for this program and use this amount when calculating cost

entries in Table 2.

UWF does not intend to operate the program through continuing education on a cost-recovery

basis, seek approval for market tuition rate, or establish differentiated graduate-level tuition.

C. If other programs will be impacted by a reallocation of resources for the

proposed program, identify the impacted programs and provide a

justification for reallocating resources. Specifically address the potential

negative impacts that implementation of the proposed program will have

on related undergraduate programs (i.e., shift in faculty effort, reallocation

of instructional resources, reduced enrollment rates, greater use of adjunct

faculty and teaching assistants). Explain what steps will be taken to

mitigate any such impacts. Also, discuss the potential positive impacts that

the proposed program might have on related undergraduate programs (i.e.,

increased undergraduate research opportunities, improved quality of

instruction associated with cutting-edge research, improved labs and

library resources).

As the proposed Cybersecurity degree program is replacing an existing specialization, the

Department of Computer Science does not expect any impact to other programs by converting to

a stand-alone degree program.

D. Describe other potential impacts on related programs or departments (e.g.,

increased need for general education or common prerequisite courses, or

increased need for required or elective courses outside of the proposed

major).

As the proposed Cybersecurity degree program is replacing an existing specialization, no impact

on related programs is anticipated by converting the specialization into a stand-alone degree

program. No additional general education courses will be needed to fulfill this requirement of the

stand-alone degree program.

E. Describe what steps have been taken to obtain information regarding

resources (financial and in-kind) available outside the institution

(businesses, industrial organizations, governmental entities, etc.). Describe

the external resources that appear to be available to support the proposed

program.

Support for students in the stand-alone degree program in Cybersecurity is already in place. The

Center for Cybersecurity, located within UWF’s Innovation Institute, is the regional hub for

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cybersecurity education and research, outreach activities, and industry partnerships. Each year,

the Center for Cybersecurity provides support to approximately 16 cybersecurity students.

Eligible students receive $1,000 in the fall and spring semesters and $500 in the summer

semester, up to $2,500 total for the year (http://uwf.edu/centers/center-for-

cybersecurity/education/scholarships/).

IV. Projected Benefit of the Program to the University, Local Community, and State

Use information from Tables 1 and 2 in Appendix A, and the supporting narrative

for “Need and Demand” to prepare a concise statement that describes the projected

benefit to the university, local community, and the state if the program is

implemented. The projected benefits can be both quantitative and qualitative in

nature, but there needs to be a clear distinction made between the two in the

narrative.

Cybersecurity is an important, emerging, and expanding field. The proposed degree program will

prepare students for entry into cybersecurity work. Year 1 through Year 5 program enrollment is

based on past and current enrollment in the Cybersecurity specialization. Students in the

specialization will shift to the stand-alone Cybersecurity degree program, continuing the same

benefits to the university, community, and state. The Cybersecurity specialization was awarded

the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security Center for Academic

Excellence in Cybersecurity designation in 2016.

V. Access and Articulation – Bachelor’s Degrees Only

A. If the total number of credit hours to earn a degree exceeds 120, provide a

justification for an exception to the policy of a 120 maximum and submit a

separate request to the Board of Governors for an exception along with

notification of the program’s approval. (See criteria in Board of Governors

Regulation 6C-8.014)

Not applicable, the proposed undergraduate Cybersecurity degree program is 120 credit hours.

B. List program prerequisites and provide assurance that they are the same as

the approved common prerequisites for other such degree programs within

the SUS (see link to the Common Prerequisite Manual on the resource page

for new program proposal). The courses in the Common Prerequisite

Counseling Manual are intended to be those that are required of both

native and transfer students prior to entrance to the major program, not

simply lower-level courses that are required prior to graduation. The

common prerequisites and substitute courses are mandatory for all

institution programs listed, and must be approved by the Articulation

Coordinating Committee (ACC). This requirement includes those

programs designated as “limited access.”

If the proposed prerequisites are not listed in the Manual, provide a rationale for



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a request for exception to the policy of common prerequisites. NOTE:

Typically, all lower-division courses required for admission into the major will

be considered prerequisites. The curriculum can require lower-division courses

that are not prerequisites for admission into the major, as long as those courses

are built into the curriculum for the upper-level 60 credit hours. If there are

already common prerequisites for other degree programs with the same

proposed CIP, every effort must be made to utilize the previously approved

prerequisites instead of recommending an additional “track” of prerequisites for

that CIP. Additional tracks may not be approved by the ACC, thereby holding

up the full approval of the degree program. Programs will not be entered into

the State University System Inventory until any exceptions to the approved

common prerequisites are approved by the ACC.

Common Prerequisites

UWF’s proposed stand-alone degree program in Cybersecurity will be the first baccalaureate

level program on the Board of Governor’s Approved Academic Program Inventory in CIP Code

11.1003. The Department of Computer Science selected prerequisite courses to meet

requirements for the Center for Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity designation. On October

16, 2017, University of West Florida’s Common Prerequisite Liaison submitted a Common

Prerequisite Application on behalf of the proposed Cybersecurity degree program CIP 11.1003.

In spring 2018, the Education Faculty Discipline Committee for Common Prerequisites will be

voting on these prerequisites.

The Cybersecurity degree program will require students to complete the common prerequisites

prior to graduation. The common prerequisites will not be required for admission to the degree

program.

Table 3. Common Prerequisites for the Cybersecurity Degree Program

Course

Prefix and

Number

Title of Course Semester

Credit

Hours

(SCH)

COPXXXX Introductory Programming in C, C++, Java, or equivalent

language

3

MACX311 Analytic Geometry & Calculus I 4

MACX312 Analytic Geometry & Calculus II 4

PHYX048L University Physics I and Lab 4

STAX023 Elements of Statistics 3

XXXXXXX Science course for science majors 3

C. If the university intends to seek formal Limited Access status for the

proposed program, provide a rationale that includes an analysis of diversity

issues with respect to such a designation. Explain how the university will

ensure that Florida College System transfer students are not disadvantaged

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by the Limited Access status. NOTE: The policy and criteria for Limited

Access are identified in Board of Governors Regulation 6C-8.013. Submit

the Limited Access Program Request form along with this document.

Not applicable, the proposed Cybersecurity degree program will not be limited access.

D. If the proposed program is an AS-to-BS capstone, ensure that it adheres to

the guidelines approved by the Articulation Coordinating Committee for

such programs, as set forth in Rule 6A-10.024 (see link to the Statewide

Articulation Manual on the resource page for new program proposal). List

the prerequisites, if any, including the specific AS degrees which may

transfer into the program.

Not applicable, the proposed Cybersecurity degree program will not be an AS-to-BS capstone.

INSTITUTIONAL READINESS

VI. Related Institutional Mission and Strength

A. Describe how the goals of the proposed program relate to the institutional

mission statement as contained in the SUS Strategic Plan and the University

Strategic Plan (see link to the SUS Strategic Plan on the resource page for

new program proposal).

Our mission at UWF is to:

Provide high-quality undergraduate and graduate education,

Conduct teaching and research that services the body of knowledge, and

Contribute to the needs of professions and society.

As is demonstrated by its designation as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber

Defense Education by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security,

UWF’s proposed Cybersecurity degree program fulfills the university’s mission to provide high-

quality undergraduate education. The Cybersecurity degree program’s curriculum provides a

solid background for graduates to enter the cybersecurity field, fulfilling UWF’s goal of

contributing to the needs of professions and society. Graduates of the program will be well

positioned to fill cybersecurity employment opportunities locally, regionally, and nationally

thereby enhancing the quality of life in the region, state, and nation.

B. Describe how the proposed program specifically relates to existing

institutional strengths, such as programs of emphasis, other academic

programs, and/or institutes and centers.

The Center for Cybersecurity, located within UWF’s Innovation Institute, is the regional hub for

cybersecurity education and research, outreach activities and industry partnerships. The Center

for Cybersecurity Pathways to Cyber Program offers two combination camps for high school

students and teachers. The stand-alone degree program in Cybersecurity will serve as a platform




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for the statewide initiative to increase interest in cybersecurity careers and workforce diversity,

enhance cybersecurity awareness as well as improve cybersecurity content and teaching methods

for high school curricula. Many of the activities sponsored by the UWF Center for Cybersecurity

directly support the proposed stand-alone Cybersecurity degree program.

The Department of Computer Science department also offers degree programs in traditional

Computer Science and in Computer Information Systems. Most faculty in the Computer Science

Department teach courses that are taken by students in all degrees and specializations, and are

available as mentors for undergraduate research experiences in all degrees/specializations. Due

to the broad background required in science and mathematics, students in the undergraduate

Cybersecurity degree program will also interact with faculty in the departments of Physics,

Mathematics, and other natural sciences.

C. Provide a narrative of the planning process leading up to submission of this

proposal. Include a chronology in table format of the activities, listing both

university personnel directly involved and external individuals who

participated in planning. Provide a timetable of events necessary for the

implementation of the proposed program.


existing specialization, the basic structure of the program is already in place. The planning

process included consultation with Department of Computer Science faculty and members of the

Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering's Dean’s Office. The major planning steps

included:

defining how the Department of Computer Science will reorganize its specializations into

separate degree programs,

reviewing the Cybersecurity degree program curriculum to ensure that it is clearly

distinctive from the other proposed programs, and

collecting background data for completion of the Request to Offer a New Program

application.

Table 5. Planning Process for UWF’s Cybersecurity Degree Program


Fall 2013 –

Summer 2014

Computer Science Faculty Development of Cybersecurity

Curriculum

Fall 2014 Computer Science Faculty Launch of the Cybersecurity

specialization

December, 2015

– April 2016

Computer Science Faculty Proposal and approval of National

Center of Academic Excellence in

Cyber Defense Education by the

National Security Agency and the

Department of Homeland Security

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June 2017 -

September 2017

Computer Science Faculty and

members of ASPIRE

UWF Internal pre-proposal, CAVP

proposal, and discussion of changes

from Cybersecurity specialization to

a stand-alone degree program

August, 2017 -

December 2017

Computer Science Faculty and

members of ASPIRE

Preparation of the Request to Offer

the stand-alone degree program.

Table 6. Events Leading to Implementation

Date Implementation Activity

October 2017 CAVP Conference Call

January-

February 2018

Dean’s Office and Provost’s Office review

February, 2018 University of West Florida, BOT Education Subcommittee approval

(prospective)

March 2018 University of West Florida, BOT approval (prospective)

June, 2018 Florida Board of Governor’s approval (prospective)

August 2018 Start of fall 2018 semester with stand-alone program (prospective)

VII. Program Quality Indicators - Reviews and Accreditation

Identify program reviews, accreditation visits, or internal reviews for any university

degree programs related to the proposed program, especially any within the same

academic unit. List all recommendations and summarize the institution's progress in

implementing the recommendations.

Pursuant to Florida Board of Governor’s Regulation 8.015, all academic departments at UWF

conduct program reviews every seven years. The Department of Computer Science conducted its

last program review in 2013-2014, prior to the implementation of the Cybersecurity

specialization. The Department of Homeland Security and the National Security Agency granted

Center of Academic Excellence status for the curriculum on April 27, 2016 (Appendix D).

VIII. Curriculum

A. Describe the specific expected student learning outcomes associated with the

proposed program. If a bachelor’s degree program, include a web link to

the Academic Learning Compact or include the document itself as an

appendix.

See Appendix C for the Cybersecurity degree program Academic Learning Compact and

Curriculum Map.

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Student Learning Outcomes

UWF Cybersecurity graduates should be able to do the following:

Content

Identify and analyze threats and vulnerabilities in systems, and develop secure computing

solutions.

Critical Thinking


Communication

Create and deliver effective oral presentations and written reports with appropriate tools

and technologies.

Integrity/Values


Project Management

Employ effective project-management skills to develop computing solutions either

individually or through interdisciplinary teams within a global and societal context.

B. Describe the admission standards and graduation requirements for the

program.

The proposed Cybersecurity degree program is a traditional undergraduate degree program with

no special considerations for admission other than those used by the University of West Florida.

The department requires a minimum, grade of C- in all courses in the major to satisfy the 120

credit hours for graduation.

Admission and graduation requirements are available from the University of West Florida

Catalog (Appendix F) (http://catalog.uwf.edu).

C. Describe the curricular framework for the proposed program, including

number of credit hours and composition of required core courses, restricted

electives, unrestricted electives, thesis requirements, and dissertation

requirements. Identify the total numbers of semester credit hours for the

degree.

The Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity degree program requires a total of 120 semester credit

hours of coursework. The lower level portion of the degree program includes the common

prerequisites, general education courses, and electives to total 60 semester credit hours. The

upper level portion of the degree program includes the 48 semester credit hour Cybersecurity

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core as well as 12 semester credit hours of 3000/4000 level advisor approved major-related

electives to total 60 semester credit hours.

Cybersecurity Core Courses

CAP 4136 Malware Analysis+ 3

CDA 3101 Introduction to Computer Organization + 3

CEN 4078 Secure Software Development + 3

CIS 4368 Introduction to Database Security + 3

CIS 4385 Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing + 3

CIS 4595C Capstone Systems Project + 3

CNT 4007 Theory and Fundamentals of Networks+ 3

CNT 4403 Computer and Network Security + 3

CNT 4416 Cyber War Gaming + 3

COP 3014 Algorithm and Program Design + 3

COP 3022 Intermediate Computer Programming + 3

COP 3530 Data Structures and Algorithms I + 3

COP 4610 Theory and Fundamentals of Operating Systems+ 3

COP 4710 Database Systems + 3

COT 3100 Discrete Structures+ 3

CTS 4348 Linux System Administration + 3

Required Course Not Completed in Common Prerequisites

CIS 2530 Introduction to Cyber Security

Total Hours 48

+ Indicates courses included in the major GPA

Major-Related Electives 12

Four 3000/4000 level advisor approved electives including courses in computer science,

electrical and computer engineering, management information systems, criminal justice, applied

sciences and industry certification courses.

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Total semester credit hours (sch) lower level 60

Total semester credit hours upper level 60

Total semester credit hours for the degree program 120

D. Provide a sequenced course of study for all majors, concentrations, or areas

of emphasis within the proposed program.

The following is a four-year degree plan for the proposed BS in Cybersecurity degree program.

Table 7. Example of Four-Year Cybersecurity Degree Program Sequence

Freshman Year



ENC1101

GEN ED

GEN ED

MAC1105

GEN ED

English Comp. I

Humanities

Social Science

College Algebra

Natural Science (P)

3

3

3

3

3

ENC1102

MAC1147

COPXXXX

GEN ED

GEN ED

English Comp. II

Precalc/Trig

Intro to Programming (P)

Social Science

Humanities

3

4

3

3

3

15 16*

Sophomore Year



CIS2530

MAC2311

COP3014

STA2023

GEN ED

Intro CyberSec

Calculus I (P)

Algorithm & Prog

Design

Intro to Statistics (P)

Natural Science

3

4

3

3

3

MAC2312

COP3530

COT3100

PHY2048/L

Calculus II (P)

Data Structure & Alg I

Discrete Structures

University Physics (P)

4

3

3

4

16* 14

Junior Year



COP3022

COP4710

CDA3101

ELECT

ELECT

Intermed Computer

Programming

Database Systems

Computer Org

Cybersecurity Elective

Elective

3

3

3

3

3

CNT4007

CEN4078

COP4610

CAP 4136

ELECT

Theory & Fund of

Networks

Secure Soft Dev

Theory & Fund OS

Malware Analysis

Elective

3

3

3

3

3

15 15

Senior Year



19

CNT4403

CIS4385

CIS4368

ELECT

ELECT

Comp & Net Security

Ethical Hacking

Database Security


Elective

3

3

3

3

2**

CIS4595C

CNT4416

ELECT

ELECT

CTS4348

Capstone Systems

Project

Cyber War Gaming



Linux SysAdmin

3

3

3

3

3

14 15

Total SCH 120

*Students who enter UWF with less than 60 semester hours must complete nine hours of

summer semester enrollment at an SUS institution.

**A sample of 2 semester hour courses are listed in Section VIII E.

(P) Indicates the course is a Common Prerequisite

E. Provide a one- or two-sentence description of each required or elective

course.

All courses are in the University of West Florida catalog. The following is a listing by course

prefix from the catalog (non-science general education courses not listed):

Prerequisites

COP XXXX Introductory programming in Java, C, C++ or equivalent language

Introduction to computer programming: variables, control constructs, functions or methods, file

input and output, arrays.

MAC 2311 Analytic Geometry and Calculus I

Differential and Integral Calculus of Algebraic, Trigonometric, and Transcendental functions of

single variables.

MAC 2312 Analytic Geometry and Calculus II

Application of the Definite Integral. Hyperbolic and Inverse Trigonometric Functions. Methods

of Integration. Sequences and Infinite Series.

PHY 2048+L University Physics I (+Lab)

Linear and rotational motion of objects in 1, 2, and 3 dimensions, concepts of work and energy,

oscillations and waves, heat and thermodynamics. Selected experiments in mechanics,

oscillatory motion, and heat.

STA 2023 Elements of Statistics

Fundamental statistical concepts. Probability, inference, estimation, hypothesis testing.

Required

CAP 4136 Malware Analysis

This course covers software reverse engineering of executable code (or malware) to determine its

function and affects or to recover the source code implementation.

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CDA 3101 Introduction to Computer Organization

Introduction to the organization and operation of a digital computer including the internal

representation of data and instructions, processor design and execution along with bus and I-O

subsystems and assembly language programming.

CEN 4078 Secure Software Development

Examines the importance of building security into the design, implementation and testing phases

of software development. Covers coding techniques that avoid known vulnerabilities and test

strategies that can uncover previously unknown weaknesses.

CIS 2530 Introduction to Cyber Security

This course introduces students to cyber security. It provides information related to cyber threats

as well as the basic security design and information assurance fundamentals. In addition, the

course covers information assurance controlling laws and guidelines.

CIS 4368 Introduction to Database Security

This course is considered a core knowledge unit for institutions to be considered a Center of

Academic Excellence. Database Security is designed to teach students how database systems are

used, managed, and issues associated with protecting the associated data assets.

CIS 4385 Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing

This course provides an understanding of how to effectively protect computer networks. Students

will learn the tools and penetration testing methodologies used by ethical hackers.

CIS 4595C Capstone Systems Project

Develop a software system for a real-world client while working in small teams. Develop and

deliver relevant artifacts such as a project proposal, design, test plan, code, user's manual, and

project log with metrics as the software system evolves throughout the course.

CNT 4007 Theory and Fundamentals of Networks

A functional systematic examination of the key components and theories of modern computer

networks, including protocol stack, mobile networking, network security, multimedia networking

and network management. Emphasizes the Internet for studying network fundamentals and

includes the use of tools to analyze network operations.

CNT 4403 Computer and Network Security

The course provides students with an understanding of the options available to mitigate threats

within a system and teach students the techniques that can be taken to protect a network and

communication assets from cyber threats.

CNT 4416 Cyber War Gaming

This course provides exercises that use different specialties (network, security, visualization,

software, etc.) into color-coded red and blue teams that perform specific roles in attacking and

defending IT infrastructures.

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COP 3014 Algorithm and Program Design

An introduction to designing solutions to scientific problems. Emphasis on the use of basic

programming constructs to create correct, efficient algorithms.

COP 3022 Intermediate Computer Programming

An intermediate course in object-oriented programming. Topics include object oriented

modeling, algorithms, inheritance, polymorphism, input/output, exception will be on issues of

object-oriented design and good programming practices.

COP 3530 Data Structures and Algorithms I

A first course in Data Structures and Algorithms. Topics will include traditional data structures

with a major focus on design and analysis of algorithms and will include projects that stress

mathematics and science.

COP 4610 Theory and Fundamentals of Operating Systems

A functional systematic examination of the key components and theories of a modern operating

system, including process, thread management, synchronization, I/O, and memory management.

Emphasizes using several modern operating systems and writing programming scripts to

manipulate these operating system.

COP 4710 Database Systems

Introduction to database systems and database management system architectures. Various

database models are discussed with an emphasis on the relational model and relational database

design.

COT 3100 Discrete Structures

Foundations of Discrete Math with applications to modeling, programming and data structures.

Propositional and predicate logic, sets, functions, sequences, summations, algorithms, analysis of

algorithms, combinatorics, graphs. Emphasis is on developing programming skills. Can also be

taken by CIS majors.

CTS 4348 Linux System Administration

This course focuses on the installation, configuration, and maintenance of modern, open-source

operating systems in individual and corporate environments including computer networks that

host a variety of servers and workstations.

Electives

CAP4601 Artificial Intelligence Introduction to Artificial Intelligence principles and techniques. Students will learn about core

AI techniques for solving complex problems, including search strategies, knowledge-based

techniques, and agent-based systems.

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CAP4770 Data Mining

Exposes students to data mining concepts and techniques and different data mining software.

Covers data pre-processing and cleaning, concept hierarchy generation, attribute relevance

analysis, association rule mining, classification algorithms, and cluster analysis.

CEN 3032 Software Engineering II

Focus on software design, implementation, and testing. Students will work in teams to develop

software systems using the design principles discussed in class.

CCJ 3024 Criminal Justice System

Introductory analysis of the American criminal justice system. Structure, organization and

process of the criminal justice system, the roles and responsibilities of criminal justice

professionals, and the dynamics of the justice system in a democratic society.

CCJ 3014 Criminology

Examines the causes, types, and patterns of crime in society. Major schools of thought and

current research are introduced, compared, and contrasted in the study of crime and its social

context.

CCJ 4644 White Collar Crime

Considers the question "what is white-collar crime?" and the implications associated with

enforcement of laws related to white-collar criminality, investigation and prosecution of such

offenses and sentencing of white-collar offenders. Various forms of white-collar crime will be

examined and illustrated through case studies and research, including estimates of cost, victim

and offender profiles, and legal issues.

CJE 3694 Cybercrime

Cybercrime is a course for students with a beginning interest in studying crimes committed using

digital technology. The course explores the etiology of cybercrime, the various types of

cybercrime, law enforcement response, and the prevention of digital crime.

CJE 4610 Criminal Investigation

An introduction to criminal investigation. Topics will include investigative theory, collection and

preservation of evidence, sources of information, interview and interrogation, uses of forensic

sciences and case and trial preparation.

COP3665 Mobile Programming

Concepts and skills related to programming mobile devices, with specific emphasis on at least

one modern mobile programming language or framework.

COP4534 Data Structures and Algorithms II

A second course in Data Structures and Algorithms. Topics include mathematical properties of

algorithms (complexity, correctness), heaps, height-balanced trees, graphs, greedy algorithms,

dynamic programming, and proof techniques pertaining to computational complexity.

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COP4027 Advanced Computer Program

The third course in the introductory programming sequence. Addresses advanced topics

including multi-threaded programs, the basics of data structures, generic programming, basic

client-server programming, XML and web-based applications.

DSC 4013 Homeland Security

Concepts of homeland security in theory and practice; the history and development of the U.S.

Department of Homeland Security and its components; terrorism and other threats to U.S.

National Security and the issues associated with achieving national security in a free society.

Examples of Two Semester Credit Hour Electives

EME 1660C Engineering Technology Applications in Aviation Learners will apply engineering technology concepts to successfully plan and execute aviation-

related mission scenarios in a high-fidelity fully immersive learning environment at the National

Flight Academy in Pensacola, Florida.

ENC 1146 Writing Studio

Writing Studio is a one-hour elective that students may take to workshop writing projects

assigned in classes across campus. Students receive one-on-one feedback on their writing in a

small group, workshop context.

MAC 3949 Cooperative Education Alternating full-time or consecutive parallel terms of practical experience in the intended field.

MUT 2361 Jazz Fundamentals I

Provides the musician basic theoretical knowledge and practice methods necessary for jazz

improvisation and composition, Chord type and related scales, chord progressions,

memorization, and listening are covered. Open to all majors.

PEM 2323 Rock Climbing Survey of the principles of bouldering, rappelling, and top-rope rock climbing. Skills include

climbing techniques, belaying, knot tying, anchor systems, self-rescue, and equipment. This is an

experiential course, so a high degree of class participation is mandatory. Most days will involve

climbing. Skills are practically tested at the Climbing Center and on the required weekend

outdoor climbing trip.

F. For degree programs in the science and technology disciplines, discuss how

industry-driven competencies were identified and incorporated into the

curriculum and indicate whether any industry advisory council exists to

provide input for curriculum development and student assessment.

The Department of Computer Science developed the program’s course of study to meet the

Department of Homeland Security and the National Security Agency guidelines for

cybersecurity curricula. Those agencies have granted UWF Center of Academic Excellence

status partially based upon the Cybersecurity specialization curriculum. Since the proposed

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stand-alone Cybersecurity degree program is replacing an existing specialization, the department

did not make major changes to the curriculum (see section VIII.D.).

G. For all programs, list the specialized accreditation agencies and learned

societies that would be concerned with the proposed program. Will the

university seek accreditation for the program if it is available? If not, why?

Provide a brief timeline for seeking accreditation, if appropriate.

The Department of Homeland Security and the National Security Agency jointly sponsor the

National Centers of Academic Excellence program. The agencies designate specific colleges and

universities based on their robust degree programs and close alignment to specific cybersecurity-

related knowledge units, validated by top subject matter experts in the field. National Center of

Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education designation awarded to UWF and to the

Cybersecurity specialization will carry over to the stand-alone degree program.

H. For doctoral programs, list the accreditation agencies and learned societies

that would be concerned with corresponding bachelor’s or master’s

programs associated with the proposed program. Are the programs

accredited? If not, why?

Not applicable, the Cybersecurity degree program is a bachelor’s level degree program.

I. Briefly describe the anticipated delivery system for the proposed program

(e.g., traditional delivery on main campus; traditional delivery at branch

campuses or centers; or nontraditional delivery such as distance or

distributed learning, self-paced instruction, or external degree programs).

If the proposed delivery system will require specialized services or greater

than normal financial support, include projected costs in Table 2 in

Appendix A. Provide a narrative describing the feasibility of delivering the

proposed program through collaboration with other universities, both

public and private. Cite specific queries made of other institutions with

respect to shared courses, distance/distributed learning technologies, and

joint-use facilities for research or internships.

The Cybersecurity degree program will be a traditional degree program, delivered face-to-face

on the main Pensacola campus. No specialized services will be needed. Since the stand-alone

Cybersecurity degree program is replacing in purpose, resource use, and course structure an

existing specialization, no new queries have been made of other institutions.

IX. Faculty Participation

A. Use Table 4 in Appendix A to identify existing and anticipated full-time (not

visiting or adjunct) faculty who will participate in the proposed program

through Year 5. Include (a) faculty code associated with the source of

funding for the position; (b) name; (c) highest degree held; (d) academic

discipline or specialization; (e) contract status (tenure, tenure-earning, or

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multi-year annual [MYA]); (f) contract length in months; and (g) percent of

annual effort that will be directed toward the proposed program

(instruction, advising, supervising internships and practica, and supervising

thesis or dissertation hours).

Full-time faculty who will teach in the Cybersecurity degree program as found in Appendix A

Table 4:

Carolyn John, M.S.



Anthony Pinto, M.S.


B. Use Table 2 in Appendix A to display the costs and associated funding

resources for existing and anticipated full-time faculty (as identified in Table

2 in Appendix A). Costs for visiting and adjunct faculty should be included

in the category of Other Personnel Services (OPS). Provide a narrative

summarizing projected costs and funding sources.


existing specialization, the funds currently being utilized for the specialization will be used for

the stand-alone degree program. The total reallocated base for the program is $262,468. The

main costs for the program are faculty salaries and benefits ($215,182 Year 1, $429,555 Year 5),

Adjunct expenses ($30,000 Year 1, $15,000 Year 5), A&P salaries and benefits ($10,500 Year 1,

$13,400 Year 5), all of which are based on current and projected funding levels for the current

Cybersecurity specialization from E&G funds. The degree program has received approval to add

two new faculty lines to address enrollment increases. Adjunct expenses decrease in Year 5 as

the department adds the two new faculty in fall 2019 and fall 2020 respectively (Appendix A

Table 4).

C. Provide in the appendices the abbreviated curriculum vitae (CV) for each

existing faculty member (do not include information for visiting or adjunct

faculty).

Curricula vitarum for the following faculty are in Appendix E:

Carolyn John, M.S.



Anthony Pinto, M.S.


D. Provide evidence that the academic unit(s) associated with this new degree

have been productive in teaching, research, and service. Such evidence may

include trends over time for average course load, FTE productivity, student

HC in major or service courses, degrees granted, external funding attracted,

as well as qualitative indicators of excellence.

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In fall 2016, the department of Computer Science had in excess of 600 majors across two

undergraduate (Computing and Information Science and Information Technology) and graduate

programs respectively. In that same term, Computer Science faculty conducted a total of 63

individual sections of online and face-to-face courses at the undergraduate level for all four

Computer Science specializations. In spring 2017, faculty conducted a total of 69 individual

sections of online and face-to-face courses at the undergraduate level for the various Computer

Science specializations. Many of the department faculty also teach master’s level graduate

courses and thesis hours.

In academic year 2016-2017, ten faculty members of the department were involved in published

research. For 2016-2017, faculty produced a total of nine journal publications, one book, three

book chapters, eight conference proceedings, and eight conference presentations. Many of the

publications and conference presentations included students at both the graduate and

undergraduate level. Appendix E, Faculty Curricula Vitarum provides an additional account of

research and service faculty who will teach in the stand-alone Cybersecurity degree program.

Faculty in the Department of Computer Science have a robust history of grant activity. For

example, in the past two years (2016-2017) the collective amount of grants generated as shown

in Table 8 is over $400,000.

Table 8. 2016-2017 Department of Computer Science Grant Activity

Faculty Grant Name Grant Amount

Thomas Reichherzer Florida Cybersecurity Center

Collaborative Seed Grant

$40,000

Anthony Pinto NSA-DHS CAE Regional

Resource Center for the

South-Eastern Region

$200,000

NSA GenCyber Summer

Camp

$90,000

Ezhil Kalaimannan Florida Cybersecurity Center

Capacity Building Grant

$75,000

Two-Year Total $405,000

X. Non-Faculty Resources

A. Describe library resources currently available to implement and/or sustain

the proposed program through Year 5. Provide the total number of volumes

and serials available in this discipline and related fields. List major journals

that are available to the university’s students. Include a signed statement

from the Library Director that this subsection and subsection B have been

reviewed and approved.

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UWF currently offers Cybersecurity as a specialization for the Bachelor of Science in

Computing and Information Sciences degree program.

The libraries shelve more than 800,000 print volumes and house an extensive microforms

collection. Electronic resources include more than 160,000 e-books and access to approximately

80,000 journals and other serial titles through a discovery system. An analysis of holdings in

relevant Library of Congress classifications for cybersecurity indicate that UWF has

approximately 5,000+ books related to this field. Additionally, the library has access to over

1,200 relevant e-journals.

Indexing, abstracting and full text databases relevant to computer science include IEEE/Xplore,

Computer Database, and Computer Science Collection. More general resources supporting the

Cybersecurity degree program are Science Direct, ProQuest Central, and Engineering Village.

Full-text dissertations and theses are available through ProQuest Dissertations and Theses. Using

their Argonet accounts, students and faculty may access electronic resources any time from any

place.

Current library resources available to support Cybersecurity as it moves to a stand-alone degree

program through year 5 include:

Databases

● ACM Digital Library

● Computer Database (GALE)

● Computer Science Collection (ProQuest)

● Engineering Collection (ProQuest)

● Engineering Village

● IEEE/IET Electronic Library (IEL) (IEEE Xplore)

● Inspec (FLVC)

● SciFinder (CAS)

● Telecommunications (ProQuest)

Each academic discipline is assigned a Reference Librarian to serve as a department liaison,

providing library instruction, collection development, and reference assistance for the students

and faculty in that discipline. To support the needs of online learners, students may also schedule

a research consultation with their liaison via in-person, LibChat, or telephone. The liaison for

Cybersecurity is Jane C. Daugherty.

The library provides an Online Learners Library Guide (http://libguides.uwf.edu/online)

outlining services and resources that support the increasing number of online learners. The

library has also been responsive to the needs of clients who prefer to work from home. In

addition to being able to access databases and materials in full-text online, UWF students and

faculty may also take advantage of these online library services:

● Read course-required readings on electronic reserves

● Request books and articles from Interlibrary Loan

● Request Intercampus Loan (to/from the Fort Walton Beach Instructional Site library)

● Renew books

● Submit a reference question via text, email, or chat

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● Request priority cataloging of an item that is on order

● Suggest the purchase of a particular book or journal

● Request an item to be recalled for use

● Have UWF and Interlibrary Loan books delivered to your home address if you live over

50 miles from campus

B. Describe additional library resources that are needed to implement and/or

sustain the program through Year 5. Include projected costs of additional

library resources in Table 3 in Appendix A. Please include the signature of

the Library Director in Appendix B.

No new library resources will be needed to implement the stand-alone degree program nor does

the Dean of Libraries expect the need for more resources through Year 5. Additionally, the

program will be able to utilize the already requisitioned complementary databases ordered for the

university’s engineering programs.

C. Describe classroom, teaching laboratory, research laboratory, office, and

other types of space that are necessary and currently available to implement

the proposed program through Year 5.


existing specialization, the stand-alone Cybersecurity degree program will use the same

classroom, laboratory, office, and other spaces currently utilized for the Cybersecurity

specialization.

The spaces in Building 4 on the main campus of the University of West Florida include:

Classrooms



• 40 Dell PCs



• 40 Mac PCs

In addition to these two classrooms, controlled by the Department of Computer Science, the

department has access to other classrooms in Building 4, all of which are equipped with smart

podiums and projectors including:

Physical Laboratories

Cybersecurity Laboratory – Room 250


• 24 Dell PCs plus two instructor PCs

Multiplatform Laboratory – Room 221


• 24 Dell PCs

Computing Research Laboratory – Room 247


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• 24 Dell PCs

• 36 Cisco Catalyst 2900XL Switches



• 8 electronics workbenches each containing an oscilloscope, power supply,

waveform generator, signal filter, multi-meter, and Dell PC

Virtual Laboratories

UWF has license agreements with VMWare and Microsoft that allows our students to install

VMWare and Microsoft applications as needed to create virtual environments on their

own hardware.

COP2253 Java Programming utilizes a virtual lab administered by Towson University


Other Workspaces

Server Room – Room 144: The server room hosts database servers and Linux servers that

allow students to work on class assignments, projects, and experiments from anywhere

on campus.

Data Center – Room 235: The data center provides the infrastructure for an isolated network

in the Cybersecurity laboratory. This network allows testing, competitions, and

assignments to be conducted without causing harm to the campus computer network and

the Internet.

Departmental and Faculty Offices – The Computer Science department shares an office suite

that includes space for the department chair and for academic advisors. All full-time

faculty have private offices. The department has an adjunct office.

D. Describe additional classroom, teaching laboratory, research laboratory,

office, and other space needed to implement and/or maintain the proposed

program through Year 5. Include any projected Instruction and Research

(I&R) costs of additional space in Table 2 in Appendix A. Do not include

costs for new construction because that information should be provided in

response to X (E) below.

No additional office, classroom, or laboratory needs are anticipated for the Cybersecurity degree

program through Year 5.

E. If a new capital expenditure for instructional or research space is required,

indicate where this item appears on the university's fixed capital outlay

priority list. Table 2 in Appendix A includes only Instruction and Research

(I&R) costs. If non-I&R costs, such as indirect costs affecting libraries and

student services, are expected to increase as a result of the program, describe

and estimate those expenses in narrative form below. It is expected that high

enrollment programs in particular would necessitate increased costs in non-

I&R activities.


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As the Cybersecurity degree program is replacing in purpose and resource use an existing

specialization, no additional capital expenditures will be needed.

F. Describe specialized equipment that is currently available to implement the

proposed program through Year 5. Focus primarily on instructional and

research requirements.


existing specialization, the equipment utilized for the specialization will be used for stand-alone

degree program. The Department of Computer Science does not anticipate any additional

specialized equipment needs through Year 5. The specialized equipment currently available

includes:

Server Room – Room 144:





• 1 Custom Built SuperMicro Rack-mounted Server (dual 8-core Intel w/256GB RAM

& 12TB HDD)

• 1 Dell Precision T5500 Server

• 1 Dell PowerEdge 6400 Server

• 3 Apple Mac Pro 1st Generation (Mid 2007) Servers

• 2 Dell Vostro 430 Desktops


• 1 Cisco 3560-E 24-port Switch

• 2 Cisco 3560 24-port Switches

Data Center – Room 235:






• 1 NetApp SAN (16TB)

• Dell Hadoop Cluster (6 Dell PowerEdge R720xd nodes, 3 Dell PowerEdge R720

nodes and 2 Force10 S60 Switches)

• 1 Cisco Nexus 5010 48-port Switch


• 1 HP A5120 24-port Switch

• 3 HP V1910 24-port Switches

Other equipment is listed above in the descriptions of the classrooms and other workspaces.

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G. Describe additional specialized equipment that will be needed to implement

and/or sustain the proposed program through Year 5. Include projected

costs of additional equipment in Table 2 in Appendix A.

The proposed degree program will not require any additional specialized equipment to

implement the program nor to sustain it through Year 5.

H. Describe any additional special categories of resources needed to implement

the program through Year 5 (access to proprietary research facilities,

specialized services, extended travel, etc.). Include projected costs of special

resources in Table 2 in Appendix A.

No additional special categories of resources are needed to implement the Cybersecurity degree

program and none are anticipated through Year 5.

I. Describe fellowships, scholarships, and graduate assistantships to be

allocated to the proposed program through Year 5. Include the projected

costs in Table 2 in Appendix A.

The Center for Cybersecurity at UWF provides scholarships specific to the Cybersecurity degree

program. Summer research scholarships currently available to students in the Cybersecurity

specialization will be available to students in the Cybersecurity degree program. As this is an

undergraduate program, graduate assistantships are not applicable.

J. Describe currently available sites for internship and practicum experiences,

if appropriate to the program. Describe plans to seek additional sites in

Years 1 through 5.

Internships and practica are not required for the Cybersecurity degree program.

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APPENDIXES

Appendix A

Table 1A Projected Headcount from Potential Sources (Baccalaureate Degree Program)

Table 2 Projected Costs and Funding Sources

Table 3 Anticipated Reallocation of E&G Funds

Table 4 Anticipated Faculty Participation

Worksheet Table 1-A UG Enrollment

HC FTE HC FTE HC FTE HC FTE HC FTE

Upper-level students who are transferring from other majors within the university** 9 5.81 10 6.46 10 6.46 15 9.69 15 9.69

Students who initially entered the university as FTIC students and who are progressing from the

lower to the upper level***104 67.17 115 74.27 125 80.73 140 90.42 155 100.1

Florida College System transfers to the upper level*** 37 23.9 40 25.83 45 29.06 50 32.29 50 32.29

Transfers to the upper level from other Florida colleges and universities*** 5 3.23 5 3.23 5 3.23 5 3.23 5 3.23

Transfers from out of state colleges and universities*** 5 3.23 5 3.23 5 3.23 5 3.23 5 3.23

Other (Explain)*** 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Totals 160 103.34 175 113.02 190 122.71 215 138.86 230 148.54

* List projected annual headcount of students enrolled in the degree program. List projected yearly cumulative ENROLLMENTS instead of admissions.** If numbers appear in this category, they should go DOWN in later years.*** Do not include individuals counted in any PRIOR CATEGORY in a given COLUMN.

APPENDIX A

TABLE 1-APROJECTED HEADCOUNT FROM POTENTIAL SOURCES

(Baccalaureate Degree Program)

Year 5Year 4Year 3Year 2Year 1Source of Students

(Non-duplicated headcount in any given year)*


Reallocated Base* (E&G)

Enrollment Growth (E&G)

New Recurring

(E&G)

New Non-Recurring

(E&G)

Contracts & Grants

(C&G)



Funds

Continuing Base** (E&G)

New Enrollment

Growth (E&G)

Other*** (E&G)

Contracts & Grants (C&G)



Funds

Columns 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

Faculty Salaries and Benefits 215,182 0 0 0 0 0 0 $215,182 261,555 168,000 0 0 0 0 $429,555

A & P Salaries and Benefits 10,500 0 0 0 0 0 0 $10,500 13,400 0 0 0 0 0 $13,400

USPS Salaries and Benefits 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0

Other Personal Services 30,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 $30,000 15,000 0 0 0 0 0 $15,000

Assistantships & Fellowships 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0

Library 2,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 $2,000 2,431 0 0 0 0 0 $2,431

Expenses 2,536 0 0 0 0 0 0 $2,536 3,082 0 0 0 0 0 $3,082

Operating Capital Outlay 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0

Special Categories 2,250 0 0 0 0 0 0 $2,250 875 0 0 0 0 0 $875

Total Costs $262,468 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $262,468 $296,343 $168,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $464,343

*Identify reallocation sources in Table 3.**Includes recurring E&G funded costs ("reallocated base," "enrollment growth," and "new recurring") from Years 1-4 that continue into Year 5.***Identify if non-recurring.Faculty and Staff Summary Calculated Cost per Student FTE

Year 1 Year 51.35 2.850.3 0.30 0

Table 2 Column ExplanationsReallocated Base* (E&G) 1

Enrollment Growth (E&G) 2

E&G funds that are already available in the university's budget and will be reallocated to support the new program. Please include these funds in the Table 3 – Anticipated reallocation of E&G funds and indicate their source. Additional E&G funds allocated from the tuition and fees trust fund contingent on enrollment increases.

A & P (FTE) USPS (FTE)

Annual Student FTETotal E&G Funding

TABLE 2PROJECTED COSTS AND FUNDING SOURCES

Instruction & Research Costs

(non-cumulative)

Year 1 Year 5

Subtotal coulumns

1+…+7

APPENDIX A

$464,343148.54$3,126$2,540

Total Positions Year 1

E&G Cost per FTE


Funding Source Funding Source

103.34

Year 5 Faculty (person-years) $262,468


New Recurring (E&G) 3

New Non-Recurring 4




Subtotal coulumns

1+…+78

Continuing Base** (E&G) 9

New Enrollment 10

Other*** (E&G) 11Contracts &

Grants (C&G) 12




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Recurring funds appropriated by the Legislature to support implementation of the program.Non-recurring funds appropriated by the Legislature to support implementation of the program. Please provide an explanation of the source of these funds in the budget section (section III. A.) of the proposal. These funds can include initial investments, such as infrastructure. Contracts and grants funding available for the program.

Funds provided through the foundation or other Direct Support Organizations (DSO) to support of the program.Use this column for continuing education or market rate programs and provide a rationale in section III.B. in support of the selected tuition model.


Includes the sum of columns 1, 2, and 3 over time.


These are specific funds provided by the Legislature to support implementation of the program.


Worksheet Table 3 Reallocation

Program and/or E&G account from which current funds will be reallocated during Year 1 Base before reallocation Amount to be reallocated Base after reallocation

Reallocated funds from Cybersecurity specialization to stand- alone degree program 262,468 262,468 $0

0 00 00 00 00 0

Totals $262,468 $262,468 $0

* If not reallocating funds, please submit a zeroed Table 3

TABLE 3 ANTICIPATED REALLOCATION OF EDUCATION & GENERAL FUNDS*

APPENDIX A

Worksheet Table 4 Faculty

Faculty Code

Faculty Name or "New Hire"Highest Degree Held

Academic Discipline or Speciality RankContract

Status

Initial Date for Participation in

Program

Mos. Contract

Year 1FTE

Year 1


PYYear 1

Mos. Contract

Year 5FTE

Year 5


PYYear 5

A Carolyn John, M.S. Lecturer Non- Fall 2018 9 0.75 0.50 0.38 9 0.75 0.50 0.38Electrical & Computer Engineering

Tenure Earning

A Ezhil Kalaimannan, Ph.D. Assistant Tenure Fall 2018 9 0.75 0.50 0.38 9 0.75 0.50 0.38Computer Engineering Professor Earning

A Amitabh Mishra, Ph.D. Assistant Tenure Fall 2018 9 0.75 0.10 0.08 9 0.75 0.10 0.08Computer Science Professor Earning

A Anthony Pinto, M.S. Lecturer Non- Fall 2018 9 0.75 0.50 0.38 9 0.75 0.50 0.38


A Bernd Owsnicki-Klewe, Ph.D. Lecturer Non- Fall 2018 9 0.75 0.20 0.15 9 0.75 0.20 0.15


C New Hire Lecturer Non- Fall 2019 9 0.75 0.00 0.00 9 0.75 1.00 0.75Tenure Earning

C New Hire Associate Tenure Fall 2020 9 0.75 0.00 0.00 9 0.75 1.00 0.75Professor Earning

Total Person-Years (PY) 1.35 2.85

FacultyCode Source of Funding Year 1 Year 5

A Existing faculty on a regular line Current Education & General Revenue 1.35 1.35B New faculty to be hired on a vacant line Current Education & General Revenue 0.00 0.00C New faculty to be hired on a new line New Education & General Revenue 0.00 1.50D Existing faculty hired on contracts/grants Contracts/Grants 0.00 0.00E New faculty to be hired on contracts/grants Contracts/Grants 0.00 0.00

Overall Totals for Year 1 1.35 Year 5 2.85

TABLE 4 ANTICIPATED FACULTY PARTICIPATION

PY Workload by Budget Classsification

APPENDIX A

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Appendix B

Signatures

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Appendix C


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CYBERSECURITY

Mission Statement The mission of the Department of Computer Science is to provide a high-quality, student-oriented educational experience to our undergraduate and graduate students. The department prepares students for successful computing careers by empowering them with the knowledge and skills to contribute responsibly and creatively to a complex and ever-changing world, and to continue professional development and life-long learning.

The Department of Computer Science offers a Bachelor’s of Science in Computer Science,

Cybersecurity, and Software Design & Development.

Program Descriptions The B.S. in Cybersecurity degree program prepares graduates to be leaders in the protection of data

assets and analysis of potential threats to system and networks. The curriculum focuses on the

techniques, policies, operational procedures, and technologies that secure and defend the availability,

integrity, authentication, confidentiality, and non-repudiation of information and information systems in

local as well as broadly-based domains.

Student Learning Outcomes Student learning outcomes for students in the Cybersecurity program are listed below. UWF Cybersecurity graduates should be able to do the following:

Content Identify and analyze threats and vulnerabilities in systems, and develop secure computing

solutions.

Critical Thinking Employ computing strategies to analyze and solve problems.

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Communication Create and deliver effective oral presentations and written reports with appropriate tools and

technologies.

Integrity/Values


Project Management

Employ effective project-management skills to develop computing solutions either individually

or through interdisciplinary teams within a global and societal context.

Assessment of Student Learning Outcomes Students pursuing the undergraduate Cybersecurity program will demonstrate skills specific to their degree. Several upper-level courses will give students the opportunity to identify and reflect on degree content, critical thinking, communication, integrity, and project management skills through the completion of assignments that meet departmental standards and integrate what the students have learned. Opportunities to showcase student work will become available as the study progresses, and these include the opportunity to participate in undergraduate research projects with faculty, or to present the results of student work at university or external events.

Job Prospects for Cybersecurity Graduates

Programmer Network administrator

Cyber security analyst Network programmer

Systems designer Security analyst

Database administrator Software consultant

Database developer Software systems tester

Data analyst Forensics specialist

Operations manager Network manager

Project manager Software developer

Find Out More about Cybersecurity at UWF:


Cybersecurity CYB


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Appendix D

Official Notification of Center of Academic Excellence for the University of West Florida

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National Centers of Academic Excellence in

Cyber Defense Education 9800 Savage Road

Ft. Meade, MD 20755-6804

The University of West Florida

Dr. Anthony Pinto

11000 University Parkway

Pensacola, FL 32514

Dr. Pinto:

I am pleased to inform you that the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland

Security have designated the University of West Florida as a National Center of Academic Excellence in

Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE) through academic year 2021.

Your ability to meet the increasing demands of the program criteria will serve the nation well in

contributing to the protection of the National Information Infrastructure. The Presidents’ National

Strategy to Secure Cyberspace, 14 February 2003 and the International Strategy for Cyberspace, May

2011, addresses the critical shortage of professionals with these skills and highlights the importance of

higher education as a solution to defending America’s cyberspace. “Like all nations, the United States has

a compelling interest in defending its vital national assets, as well as our core principles and values, and

we are committed to defending against those who would attempt to impede our ability to do so.” Education

is the key to promoting these ideals.

Certificates will be presented during an evening reception at the National Cyber Security Summit in

Huntsville, Alabama on June 8, 2016. Details on the Summit, to include a CAE Community Meeting on

June 7th, are attached. For those unable to attend the Summit, certificates will also be presented at the

November 1-2, 2016 NICE Conference & Expo in Kansas City Missouri. Information on the Expo can

be found at: https://www.fbcinc.com/e/nice/default.aspx . We appreciate your participation in this

program and look forward to seeing you in June.

Sincerely,

\s\

Karen Leuschner

National CAE Program Manager, NSA

https://www.fbcinc.com/e/nice/default.aspx

https://www.fbcinc.com/e/nice/default.aspx

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Appendix E

Cybersecurity Faculty Curricula Vitarum

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CAROLINE S. JOHN

ADDRESS

Bldg.4, Room 238



11000 University Pkwy

Pensacola, FL 32514


Office: (850) 474-2973

PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION

Anna University, India, Electronics, and Communication Engineering B.E., 2007

University of Alabama in Huntsville, Electrical Engineering, M.S., 2012

University of Alabama in Huntsville, Cyber Security, Post-Bachelor Certificate, 2013 University of

Alabama in Huntsville, Electrical Engineering, Ph.D., [2012 – Present]

APPOINTMENTS

Since 2016 Faculty Member/Lecturer, Department of Computer Science, University of West Florida,

Pensacola, FL

2015 - 2016 Graduate Research Assistant, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering,

University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL

2012 – 2015 Adjunct Instructor, College of Business Administration, University of Alabama in

Huntsville, Huntsville, AL

2009 - 2012 Graduate Teaching Assistant, Department of Electrical and Computer

Engineering, University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL

SYNERGISTIC ACTIVITIES

Co-PI for the Capacity Building Program Grant – Florida Center for Cybersecurity (FC2), The

University of South Florida, June. 2017 - June.18; Funded Amount $75,212.

Project Title: “A Novel Framework to Teach Hands-on Laboratory Exercises in Cybersecurity”

Co-PI and Recipient of the 2015 Cooperative Agreement Award for Dual Use Technology

Development, sponsored by the Marshall Flight Space Center, NASA; May. 2015 – Aug.16;

Funded Amount -$31,992.

Project Title: “Optimization of Ferroelectric Ultra-capacitors for Energy Storage”

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PEER-REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS

Journal Articles:

Ezhil Kalaimannan and Caroline S. John, “Security Development Life Cycle framework for

web-based applications,” Vol. 3, No. 1, National Cybersecurity Institute Journal, Apr. 2016.

Caroline S. John, Todd C. MacLeod, Joe Evans, and Fat D. Ho, “Characterization of an autonomous non-volatile ferroelectric memory latch”, Journal of Integrated Ferroelectrics,

Vol. 132, No. 1, pp. 76-81, 2012.

Caroline S. John, Todd C. MacLeod, Joe Evans, and Fat D. Ho, “Retention Analysis of a Non-

Volatile Ferroelectric Memory Device”, Journal of Integrated Ferroelectrics, Vol. 140, No. 1,

pp. 23-34, 2013.

Caroline S. John, Todd C. MacLeod, Joe Evans, and Fat D. Ho, “Temperature Effects on a

Non-Volatile Memory Device with Ferroelectric Capacitor”, Journal of Integrated

Ferroelectrics, Vol. 157, No. 1, pp. 23-30, 2014.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Computer Science

Discrete Structures (Undergraduate)

Introduction to Computer Organization (Undergraduate)

Computer Programming

Algorithm and Program Design (Undergraduate)

COLLABORATORS & OTHER AFFILIATIONS

• Collaborators and Co-Editors. Fat D. Ho (UAHuntsville), Hongmei Chi (FAMU), Ezhil

Kalaimannan (UWF), Todd C. Macleod (MSFC, NASA).

• Graduate Advisors and Postdoctoral Sponsors. Prof. Jatinder N.D. Gupta, Prof. Earl B.

Wells (University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL, USA) and Dr. Terry J. Rolin

(Marshall Flight Space Center, NASA, Huntsville, AL, USA).

• Thesis Advisor and Postgraduate-Scholar Sponsor. None.

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EZHIL KALAIMANNAN

Address Bldg.4, Room 241 University of West Florida Department of Computer Science 11000 University Pkwy Pensacola, FL 32514 Email: [email protected]

Office: (850) 473-7005

Professional Preparation Anna University, India, Electrical Engineering B.E., 2006 University of Alabama in Huntsville, Computer Engineering, M.S., 2008 University of Alabama in Huntsville, Cyber Security, Post-Bachelor Certificate, 2012 University of Alabama in Huntsville, Computer Engineering, Ph.D., 2014 Appointments Since 2014 Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, University of West Florida,

Pensacola, FL 2010 – 2014 Adjunct Instructor, College of Business Administration, University of Alabama in

Huntsville, Huntsville, AL 2009 - 2012 Graduate Teaching Assistant, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering,

University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL Synergistic Activities

Capacity Building Program Grant -- Florida Center for Cybersecurity (FC2), The

University of South Florida, Role: Principal Investigator, June. 2017 -- June. 2018; Funded

Amount - $75,212.

o Research Project Title: A Novel Framework to Teach Hands-on Laboratory Exercises in

Cybersecurity.

Recipient of the Collaborative seed grant offered by the Florida Center for Cybersecurity

(FC2), The University of South Florida, Mar. 2015 – Dec. 2016, $12,500.

o Research Project Title: Exploring Security Attacks in Cache Enabled Tactical Hybrid Networks

Recipient of the Cross College Faculty Research (CCFR) grant offered by the Office of Vice

President for Research, The University of Alabama in Huntsville, Aug. 2013 - $5,000/year

(Renewable for a total of 24 months and $10,000).

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o Research Project Title: Computational Optimization Models for Investigating Crime in Digital Forensics

Technical Program Committee Member: Pre-ICIS Workshop on Information Security and

Privacy (WISP 2012); Annual ADFSL Conference on Digital Forensics, Security and Law

(ADFSL 2015, 2016, 2017); 17th International Conference on Computer and Information

Technology (ICCIT 2014, 2015); 15th Annual Digital Forensics Research Conference

(DFRWS USA 2015, 2016, 2017); Seed Grant Program funded by the Florida Center for

Cybersecurity (FC2).

Journal Referee: Adhoc member of Elsevier Digital Investigation Journal, Journal of Digital

Forensics, Security and Law, and International Journal of Computational Intelligence

(Advance Computing Science).

Peer-Reviewed Publications Journal Articles:

Bagui, S., Fang, X., Kalaimannan, E., Bagui, S.C and Sheehan, J. “Comparison of machine-learning algorithms for classification of VPN network traffic flow using time-related features”, Journal of Cybersecurity Technology, Vol. 1, No. 2, pp. 108-126, 2017.

Kalaimannan, E and Gupta, J.N.D. “The Security Development Lifecycle in the Context of Accreditation Policies and Standards”, Security and Privacy, IEEE, Vol. 15, No. 1, pp. 52-57, 2017. [Impact Factor: 0.91]

Kalaimannan, E., John, S.K., DuBose, T and Pinto, A. “Influences on ransomware’s evolution and predictions for the future challenges”, Journal of Cybersecurity Technology, Vol. 1, No. 1, pp. 23-31, 2016.

Gupta, J.N.D., Kalaimannan, E and Yoo, S-M. “A heuristic for maximizing investigation effectiveness of digital forensic cases involving multiple investigators,” Computers & Operations Research, Elsevier, Vol. 69, No. 1, pp. 1-9, 2015. [Impact Factor: 2.188]

Kalaimannan, E and John, C.S. “Security Development Life Cycle framework for web-based applications,” Vol. 3, No. 1, pp. 23-29, 2016.

Articles in Conference Proceedings:

Prithviraj, S., Sameer, V.U., Naskar, R and Kalaimannan, E, “Source Anonymization of Digital Images: A Counter–Forensic Attack on PRNU based Source Identification Techniques”,

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accepted into 2017 Annual Conference on Digital Forensics, Security, and Law, Daytona Beach, May. 2017.

Chakraborty, N and Kalaimannan, E, “Selective Scheduling: Controlling Non-Preemptive Devices in Smart Grid Environment”, Accepted into the 8th Annual IEEE conference on Innovative Smart Grid Technologies, Arlington, Apr. 2017.

Chi, H., Welch, S., Vasserman, E and Kalaimannan, E, "A Framework of Cybersecurity Approaches in Precision Agriculture ", Proceedings of the 12th International Conference on Cyber Warfare and Security, Dayton, pp. 90-95, Mar. 2017.

Reichherzer, T., Mishra, A., Kalaimannan, E and Wilde, N, "A Case Study on the Trade-Offs Between Security, Scalability, and Efficiency in Smart Home Sensor Networks," Proceedings of the 2016 International Conference on Computational Science and Computational Intelligence (CSCI), Las Vegas, NV, 2016, pp. 222-225.

Chi, H., Kalaimannan, E and Hubbard, D, "Integrate Text Mining into Computer and Information Security Education", KSU Conference on Cybersecurity Education, Research, and Practice. Paper 11, Kennesaw, Oct. 2016.

Kalaimannan, E., “Smart Device Forensics - Acquisition, Analysis and Interpretation of Digital Evidences,” Proceedings of the 2015 International Conference on Computational Science and Computational Intelligence (CSCI), Las Vegas, NV, 2015, pp. 837-838.

Pandey, A., Kalaimannan, E., and Venkatesan, S., “An Information Diffusion Model to analyze the Behavior of Online Social Network based Malwares,” Proceedings of the 2015 International Conference on Computational Science and Computational Intelligence (CSCI), Las Vegas, NV, 2015, pp. 867-868.

Kalaimannan, E., Mitchell, C., Bagui, S., and Bagui, S, “An Automated Method of Classifying and Analyzing Malware based Operating System Calls,” Work-in-Progress Abstract in the Annual Computer Security Applications Conference 2015 (ACSAC’15), Los Angeles, Dec. 2015.

Kalaimannan, E., Gupta, J. N. D., and Yoo, S-M., “Maximizing investigation effectiveness in digital forensic cases,” Proceedings of the 5th Annual ASE/IEEE International Conference on Privacy, Security, Risk and Trust (PASSAT- 2013), Washington D.C., USA, pp. 618 - 623, Sep. 2013. [Acceptance Rate: 9.6%]

Gupta, J. N. D., Kalaimannan, E., and Patnayakuni, R., “IDS Alarms investigation with limited resources,” Pre-ICIS Workshop on Information Security and Privacy (WISP), Orlando, Florida, Dec 2012.

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Kalaimannan, E., Gupta, J. N. D., and Yoo, S-M., “Maximizing investigation effectiveness for time critical forensic cases” in Operational Excellence: A Key to Performance Excellence, R. K. Jain, B. A. Metri, and J. N. D. Gupta (eds), Excel Books, 2013.

Presentations/Talks

Kalaimannan, E (2016). Integrate Text Mining into Computer and Information Security Education. Paper presented at the KSU Conference on Cybersecurity Education, Research, and Practice, Oct. 2016, Kennesaw, USA.

Kalaimannan, E (2015). Smart Device Forensics - Acquisition, Analysis and Interpretation of Digital Evidences. Paper presented at the International Conference on Computational Science and Computational Intelligence (CSCI’15), Dec. 7-9, Las Vegas, USA.

Kalaimannan, E (2015). An Information Diffusion Model to analyze the Behavior of Online Social Network based Malwares. Paper presented at the International Conference on Computational Science and Computational Intelligence (CSCI’15), Dec. 7-9, Las Vegas, USA.

Kalaimannan, E (2015). An Automated Method of Classifying and Analyzing Malware based

Operating System Calls. Work-in-Progress abstract presented at the Annual Computer

Security Applications Conference 2015 (ACSAC’15), Dec. 9-12, Los Angeles, USA.

Kalaimannan, E (2013). Maximizing investigation effectiveness in digital forensic cases.

Paper presented at the ASE/IEEE International Conference on Privacy, Security, Risk and

Trust (PASSAT), Sep. 8-14, Washington D.C., USA.

Kalaimannan, E (2012). Maximizing investigation effectiveness for time critical forensic

cases. Paper presented at the 6th International Conference on Decision Sciences for

Performance Excellence, Dec. 27-29, Hyderabad, India.

Collaborators & Other Affiliations

Collaborators and Co-Editors. Jatinder N.D. Gupta (UAHuntsville), Ravi Patnayakuni

(UAHuntsville), Seong Moo-Yoo (UAHuntsville), Sikha Bagui (University of West Florida), Norman Wilde (University of West Florida), Swapnoneel Roy (University of Central Florida), Hongmei Chi (Florida A&M University), Sumit Kumar Jha (University of Central Florida), Jinpeng Wei (Florida International University), Geethapriya Thamilarasu (University of Washington Bothell), Cyril Raj (M.G.R. Educational & Research Institute, India).

Graduate Advisors and Postdoctoral Sponsors. Prof. Jatinder N.D. Gupta and Dr. Seong Moo-Yoo (University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL, USA).

Thesis Advisor and Postgraduate-Scholar Sponsor. None.

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AMITABH MISHRA [email protected].

SUMMARY A qualified academic professional with experience in secondary learning environment, and a wealth of knowledge

in development and implementation of educational technology tools and applications in college classrooms and

labs with a touch of industrial exposure, working for an educational institution currently.

PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE SUMMARY

• Have over sixteen years of experience in teaching at the college and university level, both in USA and India.

• Have six years of industrial work experience in coal mining and steel industries as a technical manager,

technical evaluator, project coordinator and trainer on computerized automation. • As the In-charge of Lab development, was responsible for the development of networked computer labs

and other labs related to process control and automation with hands-on experience on hardware. • Implemented innovative methods to develop relations and a better interface between the students, teaching

staff and administrative staff.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Over 15 years of software development experience of programming in: C, C++, Java, Python, Fortran,

Pascal, Assembly – Microprocessors/Microcontrollers

• Over 10 years of working with scripting languages: HTML/CSS, Javascript, Shell Scripting (bash), SQL

and XML

• Over 10 years of experience of working with operating systems: Windows, Linux, Solaris

• Over 10 years of experience of working with scientific software: LabVIEW, MATLAB - Simulink, R

Programming, TinyOS and NesC, Qualnet, OMNET, Castalia

• Experience in working with computer and communication hardware: Computer system assembly, setting

up wired and wireless network infrastructure, TelosB and Tmote Wireless Sensor Platforms, Toshiba

DCS and standalone controllers, Taylor MOD DCS, Siemens PLC, Allen Bradley PLC

EDUCATION

PhD in Computing Science & Engineering September 2008 – July 2015

University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH – GPA 3.89

Finished with a CGPA of 3.93 and nine publications in international conferences and journals

Selected Coursework: Advanced Programming Concepts, Advanced Operating Systems, Advanced

Algorithms I/II, Artificial Intelligence I, Data Mining and Warehousing, Advanced

Mobile Computing, Wireless Ad Hoc & Sensor Networks, Sensor Networks Design.

Research Group: Center for Distributed and Mobile Computing (CDMC) – PI: Prof. Dharma P.

Agrawal

Research Areas: Wireless Sensor Networks, Heterogeneous Networks, Wireless Control.

Dissertation: Modeling and Performance Evaluation of Wireless Body Area Networks for Healthcare

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Applications.

Master of Technology in Instrumentation July 1999 – June 2001

Devi Ahilya University, Indore, India – First Class Honors Degree Topped the merit list across all semesters in the Class of 2001

PG Diploma in Personnel Management July 2002 – August 2004

National Institute of Personnel Management, Kolkata, India – First Class Honors Topped the merit list at All-India level and bagged 3 gold medals and a national award

PG Diploma in Biomedical Informatics July 2003 – June 2004

Bioinformatics Institute of India, NOIDA, India – First Class Honors

Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics August 1986 – July 1990

Ravi Shankar University, Raipur, India – First Class Degree

Certification:

“Internet of Things: Roadmap to a Connected World” – Massachusetts Institute of Technology, May 2016 “Advance Ad-hoc and Sensor Networks” - University of Mumbai, India – 2007

“Computing” – IGNOU, India – 2003 “German Language” – Maxmüller Bhavan, Rourkela, India – 1993

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, USA, Aug 2015 – Till date

Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science

• Taught 9 undergrad courses since Fall’15 semester – Algorithm and Program Design in C,

Introduction to Computer Organization, Operating System Fundamentals, Data Sturctures and

Algorithms – I, Object Oriented Programming

• Teaching 3 undergrad courses in the Spring’17 semester – Data Structures and Algorithms I – 2

sections, Operating System Fundamentals

• Engaged in Cybersecurity research with the Center of Cybersecurity ad working on IoT Security

• Holding a courtesy appointment as a Visiting Research Scientist at the Florida Institute for Human

and Machine Cognition, Inc. (IHMC)

• Recipient of the UWF GROW Institute Summer Award for grant-writing; submitted an NSF grant

proposal under the Secure and Trustworthy Computing program

• Site Director, Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) International Collegiate Programming

Contest

(ICPC) 2016, Southeast USA Regional Site, UWF, Pensacola, FL [https://ser.cs.fit.edu/ser2016/]

• Faculty In-charge, Computer Science Tutoring, HMCSE-UWF since 2016

• Serving in Growth and Development Committee, UWF, 2016

• Served in Summer Undergraduate Research Project Review Committee, HMCSE, UWF, 2016

• Served in Presidential Scholarship Application Review as an Interviewer, UWF, 2015 and 2016

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Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights, KY, USA, Aug 2012 – May 2013

Lecturer, School of Computing Sciences and Informatics

• Taught 6 courses - Object-Oriented Programming in Java, Data Structures and Algorithms,

Information Technology Fundamentals Lab

• Received an average rating ranging between fair and good in students’ feedback

University of Cincinnati, CINCINNATI, OH, USA, 2008 – June 2012

Graduate Teaching Assistant, School of Computing Sciences and Informatics

• Taught 5 courses: Network and System Programming – three courses, Computer Fundamentals:

Data Structures – two courses

• Received an average rating ranging between good and excellent in students’ feedback

• Taught computer programming in Java to school kids in the 2-week long summer camps organized

by the department for the last three summers

• Assisted in teaching sixteen courses covering Data Structures, Network Programming,

Computer Architecture, Programming in MATLAB, C++, and Java, Computer Networks,

Wireless and Mobile Networks, Ad-hoc and Sensor Networks – provided help on course

associated projects

• Occasionally taught classes in the absence of instructors

• Conducted two training sessions for graduate students on installation of TinyOS and network

simulators

• Developed a web based tutorial for hands-on training on TinyOS for other graduate students

• Worked in three projects on application of wireless sensor networks in generation of music for dance

in collaboration with College Conservatory of Music, UC.

• In-charge of equipment inventory and acquisition for the CDMC research group [voluntary]

• Handled computer and network troubleshooting for the CDMC research group [voluntary]

Undergraduate Level Courses Taught at UC

1. Network and System Programming – taught three courses

2. Computer Fundamentals: Data Structures – taught two courses Teaching Assistant at

UC:

1. Data Structures – one course 2. Network Programming – one course

3. Computer Architecture – one course 4. MATLAB programming– two courses

5. C++ Programming – one course 6. Java Programming – three courses

7. Computer Networks – three courses

8. Wireless and Mobile Networks – two courses 9. Ad-hoc and Sensor Networks – two courses

Associate Professor, Computer Science and Engineering, Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg (C.G.),

INDIA, 1997 – 2008 and 1990 – Jan 1992

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Graduate Level Courses Taught in India 1. Design of Industrial Transducers and Sensors — 4 courses

2. Process Control and Industrial Automation — 3 courses 3. Analytical Instrumentation — 2 courses

4. Biomedical Instrumentation — 1 course 5. Business Management — 1 course

6. Microprocessors: Architecture. Programming and Interfacing — 3 course

Undergraduate Level Courses Taught in India 1. Electronic Instrumentation — 9 courses

2. Mobile Communication and Computing — 6 courses 3. Digital Signal Processing — 4 courses

4. Principles of Communication Systems — 3 courses 5. Microprocessors and Interfacing — 2 courses

6. Digital Electronics — 2 courses 7. Advanced Microprocessors — 2 courses

8. Industrial Transducers and Sensors — 2 courses 9. Computer Fundamentals — 1 course

10. Radio Engineering — 1 course 11. Network Analysis — 1 course

12. Electronic Engg. Materials — 1 course

Projects supervised in India: Graduate–12, UG–46 at Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg (C.G.),

1997 – 2008 and 1990 – Jan 1992

• Taught courses and labs related to computers and communication (Programming courses taught –

C, C++, Java, HTML, SQL, LabVIEW, MATLAB, Assembly – 8085, 8086, 8051)

• Supervised undergrad and grad projects in engineering and inspired students to integrate technology

into daily classroom activities

• Solely responsible for setting-up the Computer Centre for the school with OFC and UTP wired

backbone and wireless networking and Internet services in the institute

• Completed 2 consultancy projects for solving industrial problems

• Chief Organizer for 9 technical and education-oriented workshops, conferences, trainings and

special university events

Record of service: Administrative Assignments (BIT, Durg, India)

Coordinator, M. Tech. Program, Instrumentation and Control.

2006-08

Coordinator, Depts. of Electronics and Telecom Engg., 2007-08 Computer Science and Engg., Information Technology, and Computer

Applications

Coordinator, Continuing Education Cell 2006-08

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Prof. In-charge Students’ Association 2000-07 Founder, Music Club 2005 Head, Dept. of Computer Science and Engg. 2003-06 Prof. In-charge Internet Services, BIT 2001-06

Administrator Official Website, BIT 2001-06

Prof. In-charge Training and Placement, BIT 2004-05 2001-03 Prof. In-charge Central Library, BIT 2003-05 Founder Book Bank Prof. In-charge Alumni Activities 2001-05 Labs developed: Microprocessors and

Microcontrollers Lab,

Instrumentation Lab, Computer Hardware Lab Computer Centre, BIT Electronics Workshop Team Member CG State Engineering Admissions 2002-03 Team Member Examination Control Centre 1997-2008 Examiner 6 universities and 2 autonomous

Institutes

Conduction of theory and practical examinations.

Question paper setter and evaluator Expert University Interview Committees: 2005-08 Faculty and Technical Staff recruitment

SELECTED COURSE PROJECTS

Multilevel Encryption-Decryption for Windows CE using Random Number Generator 2006



• Aiming at cognitive utilization of voice and data networks around the smartphone for transmission

of sensed parameters


• Developed algorithms for packet shortening in order to save energy and enhance the lifetime of

WBANs

• Evaluated energy savings for critical, real-life, real-time physiological data in the suggested WBAN

framework

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• Designed, implemented and tested a testbed involving Tmote sensors for studying link parameters

over multiple transmission channels and various power levels

• Studied packet transmission, link quality and received signal strength parameters and analyzed the

results received

Selected Publications:

1. A. Mishra, and D. P. Agrawal. Enhancement and Appraisal of Internet of Things Healthcare Networks.

Saarbrücken, Germany: Lap Lambert Academic Publishing, 2017. Print.

2. T. Reichherzer, A. Mishra, E. Kalaimannan, N. Wilde, “A Case Study on the Trade-Offs between Security,

Scalability, and Efficiency in Smart Home Sensor Networks”, The International Conference on

Computational Science and Computational Intelligence (CSCI 2016), Las Vegas, NV, USA, December 15-

17, 2016. 3. A. Mishra and S. Chakraborty, “Energy-efficient design methodologies for Wireless Body Area Sensor

Networks in Healthcare Applications”, BSN Conference 2016, San Francisco, CA, USA, June 14-17, 2016.

4. A. Mishra and D. P. Agrawal, "Energy Conservation and Lifetime Optimization of Wireless Body Sensor

Networks for 24x7 Physiological parameters’ Monitoring," Journal of Communications, vol. 10, no. 9, pp.

685-695, 2015. Doi: 10.12720/jcm.10.9.685-695.

5. A. Mishra and D. P. Agrawal, “Continuous Health Condition Monitoring by 24x7 Sensing and

Transmission of Physiological data over 5-G Cellular Channels”, International Conference on Computing,

Networking and Communications (ICNC 2015), Feb 16-19, 2015, Anaheim, California, USA. 6. A. Jamthe, A. Mishra, and D. P. Agrawal, "Scheduling schemes for Interference Suppression in Healthcare

Sensor Networks", ICC-2014, Sydney, Australia, 10-14 June 2014.

7. A. Mishra, S. Chakraborty, H. Li, and D. P. Agrawal, "Error Minimization and Energy Conservation by

predicting data in Wireless Body Sensor Networks using Artificial Neural Network and Analysis of Error",

CCNC-2014, Las Vegas, NV, USA, Jan 10-13, 2014.

8. N. Weragama, J. H. Jun, A. Mishra and D. P. Agrawal, “Simulation of Mobility Aware Dynamic Virtual

Cells Utilizing Multiple Multicast Trees”, IEEE ComSoc TCSIM Quarterly Newsletter, vol. 15, pp. 2-4,

Dec 2012. 9. D. Agrawal and A. Mishra, “Designing Wireless Sensor Networks: from Theory to Applications,” WCSN

2011, Seventh IEEE Conference on Wireless Communication and Sensor Networks, Dec 5-9, 2011, Panna,

India.

10. M. Helmuth, R. Danard, J. H. Jun, T. Oliveira, A. Mishra, and D. P. Agrawal, “Water Birds: Compositional

Collaboration with Clarinets, Wireless Sensors, and RTcmix,” SEAMUS 2011, 26th Annual Conference of

the Society for Electro-Acoustic Music in the United States, January 20–22, 2011, Miami, Florida. 11. M. Helmuth, J. H. Jun, T. Oliveira, J. B. Merkowitz, A. Mishra, Ahmad Mostafa, Dharma Agrawal,

“Wireless Sensor Networks and Computer Music, Dance and Installation Implementations,” International

Computer Music Conference 2010, New York, USA, June 1-5, 2010. 12. A. Mishra and S. R. K. Rao, “Mathematical Modelling for Auto-running of Discontinuous Heat Exchanger

System used for heating of process fluids,” special reference to Cowper Stoves, Proceedings of INCON–

2004-International Conference on Control and Instrumentation, College of Engineering, Pune, December

2004.

13. A. Mishra and S. R. K. Rao, “Control of Adiabatic Flame Temperature in the Raceway Zone in Iron Making

using Steam Injection into hot air input,” Proceedings of the CISCON — 2004, National Conference on

Control and Instrumentation, Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal, November 2004.

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14. A. Mishra et al., “Development of Algorithm for the Analysis of Vibration signal of Rotating Machines,”

Proceedings of the National Level Conference on Advanced Control and Instrumentation, St. Joseph's

College of Engineering, Chennai, January 2004, pp. 110 - 114.

Guest Lectures and Talks delivered/ Technical and Training Sessions conducted

• Delivered two technical lectures on “The concept of Comprehensive Environmental Monitoring

and Control System (CEMACS) and typical CEMACS design” and “CEVIACS using Wireless

Sensors” in the workshop on – ‘Trends of Instrumentation and Control towards environmental

challenges’, 5th - 6th October 2007, sponsored by Chhattisgarh State Council for Science and

Technology, organized by Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg, India

• Conducted two technical sessions on “Drug Design and Discovery: Steps and Considerations” and

“Computer Aided Drug Design” in the short-term course on ‘Trends in Antidepressant Drugs -

Innovations in Science and Technology: 2007’, 5th - 19th July 2007, sponsored by All India Council

for Technical Education, organized by Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg India

• Delivered a talk on “Connectivity for the Youth: Trends, Services and Challenges”, in the

Symposium on ‘World Telecommunications and Information Society Day – 2007’, 17th May 2007,

organized by BSNL and Institution of Engineers (India), Bhilai Local Chapter, Bhilai, India

• Delivered a talk on “OLEDs - The material and technology that one can fold, roll and wear” in the

National Seminar on ‘RECENT TRENDS IN ELECTRONIC MATERIALS and PHYSICAL

SCIENCES’, 15th -16th

September 2006, organized by Department of Electronics and Physics, St Thomas College,

Bhilai, India

• Delivered two technical lectures on “Wireless Sensor Networks - Design Considerations,

Architecture and Hardware” and “Wireless Sensor Network Applications” in the national

workshop on “Sensor Instrumentation for Environmental Pollution Monitoring”, 5th -17th June

2006, organized by Chhattisgarh Swami Vivekanand Technical University in collaboration with

Centre for Environmental Science and Engineering, Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg, India

• Delivered two technical lectures on – “Mobile Telephony in a nutshell” and “Emerging trends in

Mobile Telephony” in the one-day Seminar on Modern Trends in Mobile Communication, 25th

February, 2006, organized by MPC College of Engg. Technology, Bhilai, India

• Conducted a one-day workshop on “MATLAB programming for Engineers” at Rai University,

Raipur, India on 15th of January, 2006

• Conducted the Telecom Quiz on ‘World Telecommunication Day – 2004’, 17th May 2004,

organized by Institution of Engineers (India), Bhilai Local Chapter, Bhilai, India

• Presented a technical paper on “E-learning” in the National Seminar and Symposium on

‘Education through Net - A new concept’, 22nd August 2003, Institution of Engineers (India),

Bhilai Local Chapter, Bhilai, India

• Presented a technical paper on “Telecommunication in Medical Health Care” in the National

Seminar and Symposium on ‘World Telecommunication Day – 2003’, 17th May 2003, organized

by Institution of Engineers (India), Bhilai Local Chapter, Bhilai, India

• Presented a technical paper on “VoIP and Internet Telephony” in the National Seminar and

Symposium on ‘World Telecommunication Day – 2002’, 17th May 2002 organized by Institution

of Engineers (India), Bhilai Local Chapter, Bhilai, India

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• Presented a technical paper on “The New Internet Technology - in the face of changing world

scenario” in the National Seminar and Symposium on ‘World Telecommunication Day – 2001’,

17th May 2001, organized by Institution of Engineers (India), Bhilai Local Chapter, Bhilai, India

• Guest faculty for the course titled “Computer Networks and UNIX NOS” for Master of Computers

in Management program under DA University, Indore, India during 1999-2000 academic session

Conferences/ Seminars/ Short Term Courses / Training Programs Organized

• Chaired the session on 'Business Process Reengineering and Network Security (26th October.

2007) in the national conference titled “Technological Revolution in Application Development

and Intelligent Systems”, under ‘Technovision-2007’, organized by Department of Computer

Applications, SS College of Engg. and Technology, Bhilai, India

• Coordinator for the workshop on “Trends of Instrumentation and Control towards environmental

challenges”, 5th-6th October 2007, sponsored by Chhattisgarh State Council for Science and

Technology, organized by Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg, India

• Resource person and faculty for the ongoing 60-hours refresher program – “Improving on technical

and HR skills” meant for pre-final year undergraduate students. (started July 2007)

• Member of the organizing committee and Coordinator for Technical Sessions for the National

Conference on “Broadband Communications”, under BITCON, organized by Department of

Electronics and Telecommunication Engg., Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg, India, March

2007

• Coordinator for the National Conference on “Innovative Information Technologies and Secure

Transactions”, under BITCON, organized by Department of Information Technology, Bhilai

Institute of Technology, Durg, India, March 2007

• Coordinator for the National Conference on “Technological Advancements in Processing and

Decision making”, under BITCON, organized by Department of Computer Applications, Bhilai

Institute of Technology, Durg, India, March 2007

• Executive Committee for All India Seminars on “Advanced Communication Techniques and

Networking: Exploring Challenges”, 6th-7th January 2007, organized by Institution of Engineers

(India), Bhilai Local Chapter and SS College of Engg. and Technology, Bhilai, INDIA

• Coordinator for the workshop on -MATLAB and S1MULINK programming for Scientists and

Engineers", 12th December, 2006 organized by Dept. of Electronics and Telecommunication

Engg., Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg, India

• Conducted a 45-Hour Comprehensive Training Program (Oct-Nov 2006) for undergraduate

students in the Pre-final year of their studies in order to improve upon their preparedness for facing

job recruitment drives, organized under the banner of Training and Placement Office of the

Institute.

• Coordinated a training program on “Virtual Instrumentation using LabVIEW-7 and NI-ELVIS”,

4th-5th August 2006, organized by Dept. of Electronics and Telecommunication Engg., Bhilai

Institute of Technology, Durg,

India

• Coordinator for the workshop on “MATLAB: Toolboxes for Power Systems, Communications,

Signal Processing, Neural Networks, Image Processing and Control”, July 2006, organized by

Dept. of Electronics and Telecommunication Engg., Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg, India

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• Convener for ‘Phoenix-2006 - A national level student talent colloquium involving students’

technical paper and poster presentation, technical project and computer programming contests

organized by Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg, CG, India on 7th-8th April 2006

• Initiator and Organizer of “Campus Training Forum” (CTF) at Bhilai Institute of Technology. CTF

is a forum that works towards all-round development of students as true professionals.

(Functioning started on 11th Feb 2006).

• Coordinator for ‘ACT-2005’, a National Conference on “Advance Communication Techniques”

held at Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg, India on 5th-6th April 2005

• Coordinator for ‘Techno-Melange-2004’, State-level students' technical paper presentation contest

organized by Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg, India on 23rd-24th August 2004

SELECTED RESEARCH AND CONSULTANCY PROJECTS

Android Smartphone based Coordinator for Wireless Body Area Networks 2014



• Aiming at cognitive utilization of voice and data networks around the smartphone for transmission

of sensed parameters

Lifetime enhancement of Wireless Body Area Networks 2013


WBANs


framework

Wireless Sensor Network Testbed 2011

• Designed, implemented and tested a testbed involving Tmote sensors for studying link parameters

over multiple transmission channels and various power levels

• Studied packet transmission, link quality and received signal strength parameters and analyzed the

results received

• Used for various other studies by senior members in the research group

Wireless Sensor Network based control of Music 2009

• Worked on five different projects involving dancers, clarinetists and pianists with College of Music,

UC

• Designed, fabricated and tested interface and conditioning circuits for external pressure, IR, optical

and 3-axis accelerometer transducers for Tmote and TelosB sensors for use in sensor localization

and music control

• Coded the NesC modules for data acquisition, caching and transmission for the TelosB/Tmotes

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• The wireless sensor network would sense and relay the control command for playing the music to a

base station Mac computer

Plate Mill, Rourkela Steel Plant, Rourkela, India 2005

• Successfully implemented LIVE - Logically Interactive Virtual Eyes - An optical solution

development project for dividing shear problem in Plate Mill, RSP, Rourkela, India

• The project involved image sensing of long plates using multiple cameras, compositing the images

in a nonconventional display resolution and projecting them into conventional PAL-TV monitor in

the control pulpit for Operator assistance

Blast Furnace 7, Bhilai Steel Plant, Bhilai, India 2001

• Developed the algorithm, coded and implemented a network inter-process communication mailbox

in UNIX for the supervisory computer system

• The mailbox was responsible for communicating sensor data from programmable logic controllers

using TCP/IP, via a Terminal Server, through a UNIX server, to a Windows computer

Satpura Power, Jabalpur, India 1999

• Designed, implemented and commissioned the automatic charging system for the Biomass Gasifier

used in the generation of electrical power using firewood

• Responsible for making detailed electrical drawings, equipment planning and procurement,

overseeing of installation, testing and commissioning

SELECTED ACADEMIC PROJECTS

Multilevel Encryption-Decryption for Windows CE using Random Number Generator 2006

• Working on Arduino microcontroller controlled sensing, acquisition and transmission of physiological

parameters

• Aiming at cognitive utilization of voice and data networks around the smartphone for transmission of

sensed parameters



WBANs


framework



WBANs


framework

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RF Switching

• ISM Band frequency transmitter and receiver circuits for controlling home consumer electronic

appliances

• Transmitter acts as a four-channel NLOS remote controller with a much higher range than

conventional IR based remotes

DAQ for Temperature measurement using NI ELVIS 3.0

• Instrumentation system designed for temperature transducers, signal conditioning and linearization,

and secondary display devices using NI ELVIS and LabVIEW

• The system can accept RTDs, Thermistors and Thermocouple transducers

DIP using C

• Utilities for edge detection, image transforms, histogram equalization, color to grayscale conversion

written in C language

• Use of DFT, DCT, DST, Hadamard, Discrete Walsh and KL Transform for comparison of speed and

energy compaction

Optical networking through Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing

• Optical networking for meeting high BW data demand using DWDM for routing, grooming, optical

amplification and restoration at wavelength level and data capacity enhancement

• Optical layer transparent to SONET layer; provides restoration, performance monitoring and

provisioning of individual wavelength instead of electrical SONET signals

• Provides ultra-fast communication over a short distance of a few meters, stationary network

Capability extension possible up to a Terabit LAN

Design and implementation of a convolutional coder and decoder in FPGA

• 4-state Coder-Decoder pair using FPGA with error detection and correction, tested for noisy

conditions (AWGN)

• The pair is designed for convolutional Trellis Coded Modulation for high speed modems operating in

bandwidth limited channels

EVM

• Microprocessor 8085 based EVM

• Program and subroutines stored in EPROM

Collapse Indicating Devices

• Checks the pressure on any supporting surface using a piezoelectric crystal/strain gauge and gives out

an alarm if the pressure exceeds predetermined unit

• Possible uses in public places, terraces, underground mines, weighing machines and elevators

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FM Remote speaker system using PLCC

• HF Audio signals coupled with HV power line; signal travel along the power line and ensuring no

attenuation due to bus-bar capacitance

• Isolation of power and communication equipment, power line EMI, modulation issues handled

FM provides auto-volume control

• Duplex asynchronous serial link between two computers @9600 bauds with error detection and

correction

Telephone Remote Control Switch

• ON-OFF control for home appliances through telephone calls via a circuit interfaced to the remote

telephone line/device by dialing specific DTMF digits

• Audio feedback/ACK on control action completed

Local Positioning System

• Inertial Guidance - dead reckoning based local reference system from an initial reference

PC Controlled Obstacle detection and collision avoidance in a robotic rover

• Robo-rover using IR sensor TSOP-1738 for obstacle sensing

• Rover control program in C-language (stepper motor control through parallel port)

Parallel Telephones with Auto Secrecy and intercom facility

• Disabling of other parallel phones (3 of the 4 in parallel ) when one has been lifted

Anti-Theft Messenger

• Auto messaging in the event of theft or fire

• Fully reconfigurable microcontroller based embedded system with battery support

Microcontroller based access control system

PIC 16F84 microcontroller based lock-unlock system operated by access codes

Programmed in microchip assembly language; secure password reset

Control of Home Appliances through Telephone line using PLC

• DTMF 8-channel switching via power line and Teleremote control via telephone lines

• 4-bit DTMF data sent through power main line for appliance ON/OFF control using 8 relays

Face Recognition using Eigen face method

• Uses image-vector based approach, in which there is statistics-based dimensionality reduction by using

Eigen weight method

• The method also uses the extraction of some local features to determine tilt and rotation

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PC-based wireless appliance control system

• Parallel port for control of devices through wireless transmitter and receiver

C++ program for control with multiple possible user accounts

Health Monitoring System

• Microcontroller-based, low cost monitoring system for human body parameters

INDUSTRIAL EXPERIENCE

Assistant Manager (Instrumentation), Instrumentation Department

Steel Authority of India Limited, Bhilai Steel Plant, BHILAI, CG, India, 1992 – Nov 1997

• Planned, co-ordinated and controlled the C&I systems overhaul, additions, modifications,

revamping

• Head of a team of 30 qualified technicians, responsible for scheduling preventive, shutdown and

breakdown maintenance and training the team on the computerized automation systems and safety

• Responsible for implementing ISO-9001:2000 standards of calibration, testing, installation and

maintenance of sensor systems, associated electronics, programmable logic controllers and

distributed computer control systems

• Responsible for association and co-ordination between engineering agencies involved in the

development of green field projects

• Conducted monthly contact classes and training programmes for the development of skilled

manpower in the department.

Projects worth mention:

• Designed the logic, programmed and implemented the boiler drum level control loop program for

the DCS automation system of a Power Station Boiler using TCL language

• Designed the logic, programmed and implemented the Raceway Flame Temperature Control

Loops (assembly level and machine programming) for Blast Furnaces on Toshiba controllers

• Designed the logic, programmed and implemented the automatic model for online control of Blast

Furnace Cowper Stoves on Q-Basic language

• Designed and engineered the fabrication of a modified Hot Blast and Stove Dome Thermocouple

fixing assemblies for in-situ fixing in very short shutdown time

Coal India Limited, South Eastern Coalfields Limited, BILASPUR, CG, India, Jan – Aug 1992

Junior Executive Trainee, Electronics and Telecommunication Department

• Worked on Strowger and Electronic Automatic Telephone Exchanges, Landline telephone

network, VHF Communications Wireless links

• Well versed with telephone system electronics, telephone network wiring and terminations

• Performed a technical evaluation for an upcoming UHF-TDMA Radio Telephony project

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ACCOLADES AND AWARDS

1. Project with CCM-UC was the cover story of UC Grad School Yearbook 2009

2. NIPM – PGDPM Examination 2004

i. Tarneja National Award – Recitation and Cash award

ii. NIPM Proficiency Gold Medal

iii. AIOE Gold Medal for highest marks in “Industrial Relations” paper

iv. Karnataka State Gold Medal for highest percentage of marks in the country

3. University top, M.Tech. (Instrumentation), Class of 2001, Devi Ahilya University, Indore

4. 5th in Post-Training Merit List, SAIL-BSP’s Management Trainees (Technical) - 1992 Batch 5. Best

Student of the School – BMHS School, Raipur, India - 1983-84

MEMBERSHIPS

• Student Member, IEEE

• Student Member, ComSoc

• Life Member, Indian Society for Technical Education

• Member, Institution of Engineers (India)

• Life Member, Biomedical Society of India

• Life Member, Instrument Society of India

• Member of Panel of Jury, CII Chhattisgarh HR Excellence Awards - 2005

• Member, Board of Studies, Electronics and Telecommunication Engg. Stream, Faculty of

Engineering and Technology, CSV Technical University, Bhilai, CG, India, 2006-2008

• Member, Board of Studies, Electronics Stream of studies, Govt. V.Y.T. P.G. Autonomous College,

Durg, CG under Pt. RS Shukla University, Raipur, CG, India, 2005-2008

COMMUNITY SERVICE

• Mentor for a Blue Team participating in CyberThon 2016 and the winning UWF team in CyberThon

2017, Pensacola, FL, USA

• Volunteer for preparing the middle-school students’ team for the CyberPatriot competitions at Ferry

Pass Middle

School, Pensacola, FL where I teach computer programming and cyber-security basics

• Grad Student Volunteer at University of Cincinnati – Computer Science Summer Camp

June 2009, June 2011

Helped in teaching of "Beginners' Java Programming" and in making robotics and sensors projects

in two-week long Summer Camp - 2009 for high school students, organized by CS Dept, CEAS,

UC.

June 2010

Taught "Beginners' Java Programming" and helped in making robotics and sensors projects in two-

week long Summer Camp - 2010 for high school students, organized by CS Dept, CEAS, UC.

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• Member, Volunteer and Historian for University of Cincinnati – Bhakti Yoga (Aug 2009 - July

2015)

'University of Cincinnati – Bhakti Yoga' is a students’ group for general help in life through

morals, spirituality, vegetarian food and healthy practices. I have participated and volunteered in

all the group events that include lecture events, potlucks and fundraising efforts organized by the

group since Fall 2009.

• Member and Historian for University of Cincinnati Vegetarian Club (Aug 2012 - July 2013)

UCVC is a students’ group for promoting healthy living and vegetarianism among UC students

that was formed in Fall 2012. I was responsible for maintaining and promoting the group as one of

the Administrators of the Facebook page for the group. As the Historian, I was responsible for

photographing, cataloging and sharing the details of group events on social media. I have also

volunteered for monthly vegan potluck events as well as daylong promotion and fundraising

events for the group.

• Volunteer for ‘Association for India’s Development’ (AID); worked in fundraising events, 2008-

2011

• Member, Regional representative and Auditor of a social group ‘EhSaaS India’, that takes up

specific help tasks for the Institutes for physically and mentally challenged in the country, by

surveying their specific needs or problems and helping them out, 2005 – 2008

• Planned and managed a fundraising event in 2005 with the help of BIT Alumni for helping ‘Sneh

Sampada’, Bhilai, CG, India – a residential institution for the mentally challenged

• Volunteer for ‘Anand Niketan’, Bilaspur, CG, India – a residential Institution for the education and

development of the hearing challenged, since 1992

• Organizing Committee Member and Volunteer for BIT Durg Alumni Association (July 2001 - June

2008)

Volunteered for and helped organize annual Alumni Meets for my Alma Mater from 2001 - 2008

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ANTHONY G. PINTO [email protected]

SKILLS SUMMARY

Ability to relate equally will with subordinates, peers and supervisors.

Quick to grasp new concepts, taking a common sense approach to new

challenges

Ability to program in Pascal, C, C++, Java, Python, JSP, Java Servlets,

Java Server Faces, JDBC, Java Script, Visual Basic, Visual Basic Script,

Visual Basic .NET, Perl, Lotus Script, Ada, SQL, PL/SQL, Unix

scripting, Cold Fusion, XML, and HTML

Extensive software applications experience in Windows, Linux, Unix,

Lotus Notes and Domino, Oracle, SQL Plus, Eclipse, Net-Beans,

MySQL, MySql Work Bench, MS SQL Server, JUnit Testing

Framework,Kali Linux tools and Metasplolit

Extensive knowledge of Ethical Hacking and Penetration testing

techniques.

In-Dept understanding of Capability Maturity Model Integrated

(CMMI), Extreme Programming (XP) , Software Development Model

and UML.

Detailed knowledge of NSA/DHS CAE Cyber Defense Application

Process

Skilled in Object Oriented Programming.

Compiled over 23 years as a classroom instructor and instructor

evaluator.

Certified Technical Trainer with Comptia.

Negotiation and Presentation Skills.

Competed twenty years with the United States Marine Corps, with

progressively increasing technical and managerial responsibilities.

Completed 14 years as a graduate and undergraduate Lecturer in

Computer Science

EDUCATION

MS, Computer Science (GPA 3.97) 1996 - 2002


Graduate April 2002.

Courses include: Data Structures, Software Engineer Courses to

include (Testing, Verification and Validation, Software Specification,

Design, Management), Object Oriented Programming (Java, C++), Ada,

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Compiler Construction, Database Programming (Oracle and SQL) and

Advance Database Programming (Data Mining, PL/SQL and Oracle),

Research course developing a Java GUI Application.

BS, BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (GPA 4.0) 1989-1992

University of Maryland College Park, Maryland

Focus in International Marketing and Japanese American Comparative

Management.

Received University of Maryland Scholarship for GPA and paper on

career goals.

AA, ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGY (GPA 3.93 SUMMA CUM LAUDE) 1986-1989

Northern Virginia Community College Annandale, Virginia

U.S. MARINE CORPS/NAVY TRAINING 1979-1997

200 classroom hours in instructional technique and curriculum

development.

4400 classroom hours in electronic/computer theory and maintenance

600 classroom hours in leadership training.

120 classroom hours in Total Quality Management Skills.

Received Leadership Writing Award while attending leadership training

course.

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

Wireshark Advanced Network Analysis – 2013

Blackhat Certificate – Hacking by the Numbers Bootcamp – 2013

Blackhat Certificate – Hacking by the Numbers BlackOps - 2013

Blackhat Certificate – Pentesting with Kali Lunix – 2013

Blackhat Certificate – Locking Down Linux – 2014

Blackhat Certificate – Adaptive Red Team Tactics – 2014

Quality Matters Course Development - 2017

NSA/DHS CAE KU Mapping - 2014

Raytheon Cyber Security Training – 2012-2013

SEI Introduction to CMMI - 2008

SEI Intermediate Concepts in CMMI -2008

SEI Practical Risk Management - 2009

SEI Mastering Process Improvement -2009

EXPERIENCE

LECTURER 2002 - PRESENT

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Point of Contact –Coordinator for UWF successful effort to achieve the NSA/DHS Center

of Academic Excellence Designation in Cyber Defense Education.

Instructed graduate and undergraduate courses in Computer Science and Software

Engineering.fac

Developed, managed and instructed an intensive (1 day) computer programming course for

undergraduate students.

Lead in coordinating UWF efforts to achieve the NSA/DHS Center of Academic Excellence

designation.

Redesign a Cyber security course including developing 18 laboratory assignments for upper

division Cyber Security course involving penetration testing and network defense using

Kali Linux and Metasploit.

Lead in developing a new Computer Science Specialization in Cyber Security, including

program and new course design.

Developed several laboratory assignment for an upper division Computer Science course,

designed to improve active learning by providing a more hands on activities.

Developed and instructed a 1 day orientation for adjunct instructors

Developed a plan to leverage online meeting software to allow students to increase “Student

engagement” and “Active learning” in SE graduate courses.

Developed new modules in Graduate Database courses to incorporate advanced topics

including relational algebra and PL/SQL

Create an online quiz structure that provided instantiations feedback and allows students to

review errors and improve their scores.

Developed course material to change the database software used in one of our graduate SE

courses. Provided students with newer state of the art software.

Created a lesson learned activity for students in a multiple interation Software Engineering

Group Project class.

Created audio/video recording consisting of an overview that provided insight into solving

the complex programming project for a Graduate Java Programming course.

Designed new laboratory assignments for Intermediate Programming course to expose the

student to Software Engineering techniques such as using UML Class and Interactive

Diagrams, and incremental design.

Incorporated demonstration of several complex tasks via on-line videos that provided

students with a repeatable video reference to these tasks.

Created new programming project assignments for Intermediate and Advanced

Programming courses that caused students to more thoroughly explore GUI development

which is a very marketable skill.

Requires student in upper level programming courses to develop a users manual for all

programming projects, allow student to develop their analytical thinking as well as their

writing skills.

Modified the online quizzes to provide more informative feedback to students.

Added online quizzes to three face to face courses to provide students with self paced

informative feedback.

Successful in term substitute instructor for a software engineering course.

Incorporated framework testing via JUnit into Advanced Programming courses laboratory

and programming project assignments. Framework testing is a sought after industry skill.

Completely redesigned the CIS/SE/ITT capstone class to incorporate a clearer, more

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comprehensive, staged approach to providing solutions to real world clients. The solution

included additional artifacts at each stage to improve communication between the client and

the development team.

Redesigned final exam in Graduate On-line Java programming course to test student’s skill

in developing complex programming solutions while using open book type resources. This

new process provided a more thorough assessment of student’s abilities.

Revised a General Studies Computer Science course to increase student engagement and

awareness to how information technology affects their chosen fields.

Reworked two Graduate SE course to fit into a condensed executive format of eight weeks.

Reviewed and tested a complex laboratory assignment dealing with Service Oriented

Architecture and Cloud Computing

Developed extensive course material for CMMI base process improvement course.

Delivered a CMMI based process improvement course to industry professionals.

Structured the use of On-line meeting software provide a more convenient method for

student academic advising.

Mentored a visiting professor in all aspects of teaching an undergraduate programming

course.

Provided extensive course material and mentorship to an adjunct professor in our Java

Programming course.

Created a successful partnership with Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education

Support (DANTES) at Saufley field to create project opportunities for our Graduate and

Undergraduate Capstone Students.

Setup proctor final exam for out of state adjunct professors class, included all administrative

tasks including grades the exams for the adjunct professor.

Paper on “Creating a Technically-Oriented Course in Web Services and SOA” accepted for

publication and presentation by the 2010 International Conference on Frontiers in

Education: Computer Science and Computer Engineering (FECS'10:July 12-15, 2010,

USA)

Paper on “Supporting Information Systems Education with Open SOA Laboratory” by

Norman Wilde, John W. Coffey, Sharon Simmons, Anthony Pinto, and Eric Daniel

accepted for publication and presentation by the IADIS International Conference

Information Systems 2010, ISBN:978-972-8939-09-0 March 2010, Porto Portugal, pp. 503

– 506.

Paper on “Influences on ransomware’s evolution and predictions for the future challenges”

by Ezhil Kalaimannan, Sharon K. John, Theresa DuBose & Anthony Pinto accepted for

publication in The Journal of Cyber Security Technology Ref.: Ms. No. TSEC-2016-

0002R1 http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/23742917.2016.1252191

Database administrator for Oracle Database Server.

Developed and instructed a comprehensive information technology course covering current

and future information technology topics, including new research in computer science.

Presented a seminar in principles of learning, and instructional technique to the faculty of

the Computer Science Department.

Developed “Hands-on” workshops for Java and C++ Programming courses to increase

“Active Learning” and “Student Engagement”.

Create multimedia for use in the Database System course.

Created an online course project based course which allowed student group interaction in

the virtual world of cyberspace.

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Member of the Computer Science Department Graduate Admissions Committee.(2008 –

present)

Member of the UWF General Studies Committee.(2004 – 2010)

Selected Speaker at the 2005 Student Leadership Conference given by the UWF SGA of

FWB.

Selected Speaker at the 16th International Conference on College Teaching and Learning,

March 29 – April 2 2005, Jacksonville, Fl. Presentation on Why Ethical Themes need to be

incorporated in Technology Courses

Departmental Representative for SSE recruiting and public relation events

Coordinated an Memorandum of Understand between SEI and UWF related to teaching SEI

CMMI courses to local government and businesses

Coordinating a UWF entry into the SEI International Consortium of Universities

Coordinator of outreach program between UWF and West Florida High School, including

guest lectures in college level material.

Active in Departmental Recruiting and public relations

Developed a program to allow high school students to get Computer Science college credit.

Developed several fully on-line Software Engineering Graduate Courses, In keeping with

“Active Learning” and “Student Engagement” incorporating a virtual classroom technology

throughout the course.

Completed Certification courses in Capability Maturity Model Integrated (CMMI) with the

Software Engineering Institute.

Extremely Active in creating a partnership with Raytheon Corporation to improve our

Cyber Security footprint and provide a avenue for further cooperative ventures.

Invited guest speaker for showing faculty innovative ways to use the virtual classroom

education software.

Identified, coordinated and administered the Sun Micro System’s Sun Academic Initiative

(SAI) for university students and faculty

Faculty liaison to Oracle University program that includes informational messages on

cutting edge Oracle technologies, access to Oracle Engineers, Discounts on Oracle

Certification Exam Self Test Software and Discount on Oracle Certification Exams for

Students, Faculty and Staff.

Members of the SSE Science Showcase presented to several grammar and middle schools in

the area.

Selected member of the Computer Science Department Chair Search Committee.

Member of the Computer Science New Faculty Search Committee.

Member of the departmental sub-committee on curriculum revisions.

Member of the Florida Teachers Certification Examination Computer Science Committee

for the Florida Department of Education (DOE).

AITP Intramural Programming Contest - Develop problems, Monitored and Judged contest

Member of the departmental sub-committee for Distance Learning.

Active member of departmental curriculum committee involved in graduate program

changes, book selection and coordination of junior college programs.

Assist the AARP Tax program with vital IT support. Used my profession skill to guide the

program coordinator and his volunteers thru issues related to processing, filing tax returns

electronically. The program process over 2800 tax returns.

Liaison between TeleCommunications Systems and UWF to provide student of the DOD

Joint Analysis course college credits.

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Catholic Charities - Family Enrichment Program - Tutoring 3rd thru 5th grade in math,

reading and English.

Red Cross Volunteer in Disaster Computer Operations.

Escambia County School District Mentor

Children’s Home Society Mentor.

Mentor in the Escambia County School “I Love Science” Program

Escambia County School’s Science Fair Judge

Episcopal Day School’s Science Fair Judge

Fall 2011 No Run-Around Volunteer, this event provided student with information on

registration, admittance, financial aid, advising etc.

Member UWF Military/Veterans Advisory Council

Activity Coordinator for two activities in the 2012 and 2013 Regional Science Olympics

held at UWF.

Coordinating internships with several organization including Escambia County School

System and Raytheon Corporation.

Elected to CAS Council 2012 – 2014.

CAS Council Steering committee 2013-2014

CAS Council Curriculum Change Request Committee 2012- 2014

CoSEH Council member and Chair of CCR committee – 2015.

Member of the 2011 – 2013 UWF Growth & Development Committee

Technical Mentor of Cyber Patriot Team – 2014 - 2016

Cyberthon 15 and 16 – committee member and Blue Team Leader.

Faculty Advisor/Mentor – UWF Cyber Security Club/Cyber Competition team.

Mentor to the club’s competition team that took first place honors in the 2016 Florida

Center for Cybersecurity Annual Conference Cyber Defense Challenge and the Cyberthon

2017 Cyber Defense Capture the Flag Competition.

Award NSA GenCyber Grant – 2017

Award NSA/DHS CAE Regional Resourse Center Grant.

PROGRAMMER 1999 – 2002, 2004 - 2009

Dyntel /CSC Pensacola, Florida

Project Lead for two dynamic web application using a variety of technologies including,

J2EE, Oracle, MS SQL Server, Perl, and Linux.

Performed multiple programming task in several languages including Visual Basic Script,

ASP languages, C++, Java and Java Script in support of the U.S. Navy effort to allow

world-wide web integration and collaboration.

Developing integrated web and application based database system to store, present, and

report data used by various departments of the federal government.

Team leader of project which included building an Oracle Database and providing a

complex dynamic web interface using Cold Fusion and Java Script.

Designed and developed interactive web site using JSP, JavaSerlets and SQL Server DB.

Project pulled data from multiple internet sources and develop chart, graph etc.

Exetensive use of Perl scripting to extract complex data for storage in an Oracle database.

Developed an Application in BMC Remedy Administrative Request System.

Led a team to develop a Software engineering project process for a government

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organization.

Designed, implemented and integrated in C and Unix Script, an Email address conversion

program handling 30,000 addresses from 20 different sources.

Built and maintain a web accessible site that houses all 10000+ U.S Navy training courses

including schedules and dynamic quotas using extracted data from the Navy’s Master

Oracle database.

Converted Marine Corps Awards program into version used by Chief of Naval Education

and Training including over 400 hours of modification and additions.

Managed network security.

NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR 1994 -1999


Performed hardware and software configuration of Windows 3.11/95 computers for use on

Windows NT system..

Managed network security by controlling user access through password, user groups and

profiles.

Diagnose/repaired software, network access and hardware problems.

Trained users on software/system operation to include file back-up procedures.

Developed Lotus Approach Data Base program to track student administrative data.

ATC RADAR MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTOR/SUPERVISOR 1992 - 1999


Supervised 6 instructors in a complex $2.5 million computer controlled Radar system

course consisting 568 classroom/laboratory hours.

Proven innovator by decreasing student attrition rate from 17% to 3% by implementing

curriculum changes and refocusing instructor’s schedules.

Hand-picked by Training Officer due to unquestioned credibility, persistence and

organizational skills to research, supervise and electronically develop curriculum for a

maintenance management course consisting of over 2000 pages of material. Received

Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal.

Managed quarterly training schedule for 150 instructors by developing Lotus Approach

Data Base program to report and schedule training.

1983-1992 Provided varying degrees of management and technical skills in relation to computer

controlled Radar system.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Security clearance precludes discussion. Excellent health.

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Dr. rer. nat. (Ph.D.) Bernd Owsnicki-Klewe


RECENT ACTIVITIES AT UWF (LECTURE DETAILS UNDER POINT F)

2010 through today: Assessment coordination for the CS department

2014 through 2016 ABET collaborator

Since 2008

Spring 2017

Member of various departmental/university committees

Currently CASL

CGS 3183: Basic Web Applications


COP 4027: Advanced Computer Programming

COT 4420:

Fall 2016






Support of the ACM ICPC South-East Regional

Summer 2016


Spring 2016

COT 3100: Discrete Structures



COT 4420:

Fall 2015







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Summer 2015


Spring 2015

COT 3100: Discrete Structures (F2F/online)



COT 4420:

Fall 2014







Summer 2014

CIS 4905: Directed Study “Web Application Security”


Spring 2013

COT 3100C: Discrete Structures




COP 4857: Distributed Software Architectures 2 (online)

Fall 2013






Summer 2013


Spring 2013





Fall 2012





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Summer 2012


Spring 2012


COP 4814: Net-Centric Applications



COP 4534L: Data Structures and Algorithms 2 Lab

Fall 2011

CGS 2060L: Excursions in Computing Lab





Spring 2011


COP 4814: Net-Centric Applications (Pensacola)


COT 4420:

Fall 2010

Theory of Computation (DL, Online, Pensacola)

COP 2253: Java Programming (3 sections, Pensacola/online)



Summer 2010



Spring 2010

COP 2253: Java Programming (Online)




Fall 2009



COP 4865:Distributed Software Architectures 1 (Pensacola)Spring 2009

COP 2253: Java Programming (Pensacola)


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COP 3022/L: Intermediate Programming with Lab (Pensacola)


Argoforge: Training group for Programming Competitionsi

Fall 2008



COP 4865: Distributed Software Architectures 1 (Pensacola)ii

Coach for the 2008 ACM International Collegiate Programming Contest

Spring 2008

COP 2253: Java Programming (Pensacola/online) [3 sections]

COT 3100:

Fall 2007

Applications of Discrete Structures

COP 2253: Java Programming (Pensacola) [2 sections]



Organization of the UWF Second Life presenceiii

Contact faculty for Bits & Bytes – UWF/CS Student's Group

Spring 2007

COP 3022: Intermediate Programming (Pensacola) [2 sections]


COT 3100: Applications of Discrete Structures

CEN 5915: Graduate CS research: Embedded Systems

UWF Honors Seminar “Great Works of Science”: Frontiers of Computing


Participation in the setup of the new CS department web server

Final development, launch and maintenance of the CS web site

Fall 2006

CIS 3020: Science of Computing (Pensacola) [2 sections]

CGS 3604: Applications of Information Technology (Pensacola)


CEN 4905: Directed Study (Client/Server Architectures)


Development of a concept for the CS web site

Participation in ITS training “Certified Web Developer”

Member of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)

Spring 2006

CIS 3020: Science of Computing (FWB, Pensacola) [2 sections]

COP 3022: Intermediate Programming (FWB)

COT 4420: Theory of Computation (FWB)

Co-organization of “Seastars 06”

Fall 2005

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CEN 3031: Software Engineering (FWB)

COP 3530: Algorithms and Data Structures (FWB)

COP 3022: Intermediate Programming (FWB)

CIS 3020: Science of Computing (FWB)

A. EDUCATION

1984 Doctorate (Ph.D, Dr. rer. nat.) in Computer Science from the University of

Hamburgiv (Grade A, “Magna cum laude”). Thesis supervisors: Prof. Dr. F.

Schwenkel (Univ. of Hamburg), Prof. Dr. W. Brauer (Technical Univ. of

Munich), Prof. Dr. H.-J. Schneider (Technical Univ. of Berlin)

1980 Diploma in Computer Science from the University of Hamburg (Grade A) on subject of

“Knowledge Based Systems”

B. PROFESSIONAL HISTORY

- current Lecturer at the Department of Computer Sciencev at the University of West

Floridavi.

2004 - 2005 Settling over to the USA, received work permit and SSN. Work on a CS

textbook, improving photography and Photoshop/Flash skills.

1990 – 2004 Full Professor for Foundations of Computer Science and Applications of

Computer Science in Economy at University of Applied Sciences Hamburgvii,

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Scienceviii.

1984 – 1990 Researcher with PHILIPSix Research Laboratory, Hamburg. Research topics:

Theoretical considerations, design and nucleus

implementation of a taxonomic knowledge representation system (based on

description logics a la KL-ONE) at PHILIPS Research Laboratory, Hamburg.

Several publications, invited talks and lectures within and outside of PHILIPS.

Since December 1987: Project leader (leading 4 scientists) supervising system

extensions like connecting to a DBMS and integration of nonmonotonic and

vague reasoning. Work on example applications: Computer configuration and

text understanding.

1980 – 1984 Freelance employee with REDA GmbH, Hamburg/Grossensee, a consulting firm

with focus on accounting and cost control for medium-sized manufacturing

companies. Leading designer and implementation supervisor of BABSSY, a

software system for integrated accounting, cost controlling and production

control.

Responsibilities: Management of two pilot installations (in jewelry and

mechanical engineering companies), technical and organizational support,

consultant to customer management and general maintenance of customer

relations. Reported directly to CEO. Later awarded procuration for REDA until

leave in 1984.

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1973 – 1980 Freelance employee with SCHIFFKO GmbHx, Hamburg. Design and

implementation of software (FORTRAN) for Computer Aided Manufacturing

(CAM) in shipbuilding. Esp. S16-BS, an interactive graphical program for

interactive arrangement of pieces on steel plates for oxygen or laser cutting.

Participation in several workshops and exhibitions on CAM and cutting

technology.

C. Professional Services

2002 – 2004 Designer and webmaster of the Computer Science website at UAS Hamburgxi.

1998 – 2004 Member of the Study Reform Committee of the Department of Electrical

Engineering and Computer Science. Member of the work group on the

definition of the revised CS study system, including introduction of Bachelor’s

and Master’s degrees in CS. Participation in several auditions for accrediting

Bachelor and Master courses in Computer Science and Information

Engineering.

1997 – 1999 Member of the department’s working group on cooperation with local high

schools on issues of CS education in high schools.

1997 – 1999 Participation in the University work group on the agreement upon “Ergonomic

guidelines for computer workplaces”. Definition of ergonomic rules and their

implementation within the around 800 staff computer workplaces at the

University.

1995 – 2004 Reviewer of several books on AI and C++ programming (details available upon

request)

1994 – 1995 Expert referee for several Federal Research Funding Applications procedures (by

the German Secretary for Research and Technology)

1992 - 1994 Head of the “Laboratory for Software Technology” at the Dept. of EE and CS at

FH Hamburg, overseeing five laboratory assistants/technicians. The laboratory

is responsible for carrying out teaching support for more than 400 students of

“Software Technology” and “Technical Computer Science”.

1992 – 1994 Member of the “Computer Council Berliner Tor”. Council objectives: Planning

and overseeing the future technical and staff development of computer

equipment for four major departments of the university.


1990 – 1999 Member of several committees for the appointment of professors in

Hamburg, Leipzig and Elmshorn (Northern Academy)

1989 Referee for the workshop on ”Modeling” at the Austrian AI Conference,

ÖGAI-89

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1988 Program Chairman, organization and management of the 6th

Spring

School on AI, KIFS-88, Günne

1988 Member of the program committee of the German Workshop on AI, GWAI88

1987 Expert referee for ”Informatik in Forschung und Entwicklung” (Computer

Science in Research and Development)


1979 – 1980 Participation in the “CAD Working Group” at the ”German Research Center for

Shipbuilding”. Emphasis on discussion and recommendation of “Guidelines for

Future CAD Applications in Shipbuilding and Maintenance

Technology” (recommendation to the German Secretary for Research and

Technology). Evaluation of several Computer Graphics kernel systems, esp.

GKS

D. Publications (In chronological order)

Graphische Datenverarbeitung – Eine marktnahe Neuentwicklung zur Steigerung der

Effektivität in der Fertigungsvorbereitung (Graphical Data Processing – A close-tomarket

development to increase efficiency in production planning). HANSA – Schiffahrt – Schiffbau

– Hafen, 114, No. 18, pp. 1599-1601, 1977 (with B. Pruin).

Bauteile SMD, ein in die Praxis eingeführtes EDV-Paket für die blechverarbeitende Industrie

(Parts SMD, a practical EDP package for the steel processing industry).

HANSA – Schiffahrt – Schiffbau – Hafen, 115, No. 18, pp. 1463-1672, 1978 (with H. Dittmann,

U. Kipp, B. Pruin).

Repräsentation von strategischem Schachwissen (Representation of Strategic Chess

Knowledge). KI-Rundbrief der GI Nr. 21, pp. 2-6, 1980 (with K. v. Luck)

Structures for Knowledge Based Chess Programs. In: J. Siekmann (ed.): GWAI-81, German

Workshop on Artificial Intelligence, pp. 297-306, Springer Verlag, 1981 (with K. v. Luck)

[refereed]

N.N. A View on Planning in Chess. In: W. Wahlster (ed.): GWAI-82, German Workshop on

Artificial Intelligence, pp. 92-101, Springer Verlag, 1982 (with K. v. Luck) [refereed]

N.N. A Case Study in Chess Knowledge Representation. In: D. Beal (ed.): Advances in

Computer Chess IV, pp. 127-146, Pergamon Press, 1984 (with K. v. Luck) [refereed]

Declarative Representation of Control Structures. In: J. Laubsch (ed.): GWAI-84, German

Workshop on Artificial Intelligence, pp. 181-190, Springer Verlag, 1984 (with K. v. Luck)

[refereed]

Repräsentation von postionellem Schachwissen mit Methoden der Künstlichen

Intelligenz (Representation of Positional Chess Knowledge with Artificial Intelligence

Methods), Ph.D. Thesis. Also: Report No. 111, Department of Computer Science, University of

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Data Models in Knowledge Representation Systems. In: C.-R. Rollinger, W. Horn (eds.):

GWAI-86, German Workshop on Artificial Intelligence, pp. 69-74, Springer Verlag, 1986 (with

J. Edelmann) [refereed]

Neuere KI-Formalismen zur Repräsentation von Wissen. In: T. Christaller (ed.):

Künstliche Intelligenz, KIFS-87, 5. Frühjahrsschule für Künstliche Intelligenz, Springer

Verlag, 1989 (with K. v. Luck) [invited]. English version: New AI formalisms for Knowledge

Representation, KIT Report, TU Berlin, 1987

Configuration as a Consistency Maintenance Task. In: W. Hoeppner (ed.): GWAI-88, German

Workshop on Artificial Intelligence, Springer Verlag, 1988 [refereed]

Probabilistic Inheritance and Reasoning in a Hybrid Knowledge Representation System.

In: W. Hoeppner (ed.): GWAI-88, German Workshop on Artificial Intelligence, Springer Verlag,

1988 (with J. Heinsohn) [refereed]

Ein integriertes System zur Repräsentation von Wissen (An Integrated System for the

Representation of Knowledge). PHILIPS ”Unsere Forschung in Deutschland” (Our Research in

Germany), 1989

A General Characterization of Term Description Languages. In: K.H. Bläsius, U.

Hedstück, C.-R. Rollinger (eds.): Sorts and Types in Artificial Intelligence, Springer Lecture

Notes in Artificial Intelligence, pp. 183-189, Springer Verlag, 1989 [invited]

A Cardinality-Based Approach to Incomplete Knowledge. In: L.C. Aiello (ed.):

Proceeding of the European Conference on Artificial Intelligence, ECAI-90, pp. 491-496, Pitman

Publishing, London, 1990 [refereed]

Term Subsumption Languages in Knowledge Representation. AI Magazine, No. 2, pp.16-23,

1990 (with P. F. Patel-Schneider, A. Kobsa, N. Guarino, R. M. MacGregor, W.

S. Mark, D. L. McGuiness, B. Nebel, A. Schmiedel, J. Yen)

KL-ONE – Eine Einführung (KL-ONE – An Introduction). In: P. Struß (ed.):

Wissensrepräsentation (Knowledge Representation), Oldenbourg Verlag, 1991 (with K. v. Luck)

[invited]

Integrating Cognitive Systems: First Intermediate Report - Project Outline, 1995 (with K. von

Luck)

Smalltalk als Plattform zur Integration unterschiedlicher Softwarekonzepte (Smalltalk as a

Platform for the Integration of Various Software Concepts). Proceedings of the STJA

(Smalltalk and Java in Industry and Education) ’97, pp. 209-214, 1997 (with M. Böhm, G.

Pfeiffer, J. Raasch) [refereed]

Integration kognitiver Systeme - ein Zwischenbericht (Integration of Cognitive Systems – an

Intermediate Report). KI (German magazine on Artificial Intelligence), No. 2/97, pp. 33-36,

1997 (with M. Böhm, G. Klemke, K. v. Luck, G. Pfeiffer)

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Objektorientierung in der Informatikausbildung auf der Basis von Smalltalk (Object

Orientation in Computer Science Education based on Smalltalk). Informatik Spektrum No. 20,

pp. 335-343, 1997 (with M. Böhm, J. Freytag, G. Pfeiffer, J. Raasch) [invited]

Introducing a Reflective Activity into the Design Process in an Advanced Computer

Programming Course, CCSC-MS: 2016 (with J. Coffey)

E. Books

Algorithmen und Datenstrukturen (Algorithms and Data Structures), Verlag Wißner,

Augsburg, 1995, 2nd

ed. 1997, 3rd

ed. 1998, 4th

ed. 2002, ISBN 3-89639-172-0

Wissensrepräsentation und Logik - Eine Einführung (Knowledge Representation and Logic –

An Introduction). In: Görz, G. (ed.): Handbuch der Künstlichen Intelligenz

(Handbook of Artificial Intelligence), Addison-Wesley, 1993, 2nd

ed. 1995, 3rd

ed. 2000, ISBN

3-486-25049-3 (with K. v. Luck, B. Nebel). Responsible chapter editor of the chapter on

“Knowledge Representation”.

F. PRESENTATIONS (SELECTION, IN CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER)

Wissensrepräsentation mit Semantischen Netzen (Knowledge Representation with Semantic

Networks). PHILIPS Research Laboratories, Hamburg, 1986

Semantic Networks. ISA Colloqium on Conceptual Modeling, Eindhoven, 1986

The MESON Knowledge Representation System. PHILAI-86, PHILIPS Workshop on


Notes on the Role of Semantics in Knowledge Representation Systems. Tutorial at the

German Workshop on Artificial Intelligence GWAI-86, 1986

On the Representation of Uncertainty in Semantic Networks. PHILAI-87, PHILIPS Workshop

on Artificial Intelligence, 1987

Non-Concepts and Non-Roles. 1st

German KL-ONE workshop, Saarbrücken, 1987

Advanced Course: New AI Formalisms for Knowledge Representation. 5th

Spring School on AI

(KIFS-87), Günne, (with K. v. Luck), 1987

Basic Course: Knowledge Representation. 6th

Spring School on AI (KIFS-88), Günne, (with K.

v. Luck), 1988

Configuration in the MESON Knowledge Representation System. PHILIPS TDS Appeldoorn,

1988

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Verstehen und Referenz in der KI (Understanding and Reference in AI). Workshop on the

Philosophy of Understanding, Dagstuhl, 1989

Knowledge Representation for Text Understanding. Institute for Perception Research,

Eindhoven, 1989

Terminologische Repräsentationssysteme (Terminological Representation Systems). Univ.

Bielefeld, 1989

The MESON Knowledge Representation System. AAAI Workshop on "Term

Subsumption Languages in Knowledge Representation", Thorn Hill, NH, 1989

Wohin steuert die KI? (Where is AI heading to?). Spring School on Artificial Intelligence,

Günne, 1991

Künstliche Intelligenz - Ein Thema für das Gymnasium? (Artificial Intelligence - A Topic in

High-School Education?). Annual Conference of the MNU (Society for Education in Science

and Mathematics), Stuttgart, 1992 (with Y. Klewe)

Semantic Networks and Term Description Languages for Knowledge Representation.

Advanced Tutorial at the Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Medicine (AIME-93),

Munich, 1993

Several presentations to high school representatives on “CS education in high school”, 1997-

1999

Programming Languages (position statement). Workshop on ”Object Orientation in

Education”. GI-Tagung Informatik und Ausbildung (Conference of the German CS Society on

Computer Science and Education), Stuttgart, 1998

oo-m-ai: Object-oriented Methods for Artificial Intelligence. Presentation at the Institute for

Human and Machine Cognition, Pensacola, Florida, 2001.

G.TEACHING EXPERIENCE

The following courses have been held at different Universities and academies in and around

Hamburg.

Semantisch fundierte Wissensrepräsentationssysteme (Semantically Well-founded

Knowledge Representation Systems). Seminar, Univ. of Hamburg, (with K. v. Luck), Fall

1988

Modellbildung in wissensbasierten Systemem (Modeling in Knowledge Based Systems).

Seminar, Univ. of Hamburg, (with K. v. Luck), Spring 1989

Algorithms and Data Structures. Northern Academyxii, Elmshorn, 1996 – 2003. See below

Theoretical Foundations of Computer Science 3. Northern Academy, Elmshorn, 1999

Formal languages, grammars, Chomsky hierarchy of grammars and languages,

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Pumping Lemma for regular languages, context-free languages, parsing problem,

Compiler architecture, LL(1) parsing

Weekend seminar: Introduction to Java. Northern Academy, Elmshorn, 1999/2001/2002

See Programming 2 (Java) below

The following courses have been held at the University of Applied Science, Hamburg. Some have been held

multiple times since 1990. Some lecture’s material might overlap due to changes in the curriculum over the

years.


Simple data types, control structures, compound data types,

procedural abstraction, data abstraction, top-down development,

correctness (assertions, invariants)


Basic algorithms, sorting and searching, information systems architectures,

practical case studies

Programming 1 (Smalltalk)

Principles of object-orientation, CRC principle, message passing,

classes, instances, methods, iterations, collections, streams, abstract classes and

methods, design and redesign issues, GUI design, information systems architectures,

simple design patterns ("Observer", “Factory”, “Singleton”, …)

Programming 2 (Java)

Distinctions between Smalltalk and Java, static vs. dynamic typing,

type casts, design using abstract classes and interfaces, containers, exceptions, threads,

events, AWT, applet programming, http services, reflective programming, advanced

design patterns (“Strategy”, “COR”, …)

Programming for Students of Electrical Engineering (Pascal) Simple data

types, control structures, compound data types, procedural abstraction,

top-down development, numerical methods, basic algorithms (sorting

and searching)

Algorithms and Data Structures (Pascal, C++ and Java)

Quality of algorithms, abstract data types, asymptotic analysis, sorting algorithms,

divide-and-conquer algorithms, external sorting, binary search trees, B-Trees, tree and

graph searching, optimization (greedy, Dynamic Programming), data compression

Functional and Logic Programming (Scheme/Prolog)

Functional programming paradigm, functions as first-class objects, lambda abstraction,

higher-order functions, lexical and dynamic binding, encapsulation principle, delayed

evaluation, streams, meta programming, logical programming paradigm, pattern

matching and unification, WAM, Prolog programming styles, non-deterministic

programming, information systems in Prolog, deductive databases, introduction to

NLP and DCG parsing

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Artificial Intelligence (Scheme/Common Lisp)

Introduction to Scheme/Lisp, list processing, list representation of complex data

structures, objectives and methods of Artificial Intelligence, pattern matching,

deduction algorithms, frame-based representation schemes, Micro-Flavors, Expert

Systems

Applications of Artificial Intelligence (Prolog)

Advanced Prolog programming, backtracking control (cut, fail), non-deterministic

parsing, Definite Clause Grammars, syntax, compositional semantics, world models

and references, QA systems, semantic anomalies, issues of ambiguity

Applications of Artificial Intelligence (Smalltalk)

Objectives and methods of Artificial Intelligence, symbolic and sub-symbolic AI,

symbols and denotation, logic, basic model theory, uninformed search methods,

“Generate and Test”, backtracking search, constraint solving, backward checking,

forward checking, dependency-directed backtracking, informed search methods,

gradient search, A* search, Means-End search, diagnostic problems, truth

maintenance, uncertain knowledge, representation of temporal constraints, planning

and configuration

Computer Science 1 (C++, in English for the international course on “Information

Engineering”)

Algorithms, data structures and abstract data types, Discrete Mathematics introduction

(summations and products, asymptotic analysis), sorting algorithms, divide-and-

conquer algorithms, binary search trees, B-Trees, data compression, tree and graph

searching

The Semantic Web (Elective module)xiii

Current state of WWW services, Berners-Lee's "Semantic Web" vision, Search

Engines,Annotations, SW activities by W3C and SemanticWeb.org, Semantics,

Logic and Set Theory, Ontologies (Aristotle to modern), Languages (RDF, Description

Logics, (DAML, OIL, …), Tools (Amaya, OilEd, …), Ontology construction and use

Introduction to Computer Science

Overview of CS, history of CS, coding schemes, the concept of information,

redundancy, logic circuits and arithmetic, hardware abstraction layers, equivalence of

hardware and software, programming languages and paradigms, automata and limits of

computation.

Automata Theory

Alphabets, formal languages, grammars, Chomsky hierarchy of grammars, finite

automata, acceptance conditions, regular languages, non-deterministic FAs, regular

expressions, pumping lemma for regular languages, finite machines, applications in UI

and protocol design, context-free languages and LL(1) parsing, push-down automata,

normal forms, pumping lemma for CFLs, equivalence of CFLs and PDAs.

Compiler Construction

Compiler/Interpreter architecture, lexical analysis with finite machines, LL(1) parsing,

elimination of left recursion, left factorization, manual conflict resolution, error

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recovery strategies, issues of semantics, attributed grammars, syntaxdirected

translation, type checking, intermediate code generation (Reverse Polish

Notation), code design, limits of syntax-directed translation, bottom-up parsing, (S)LR

parsing, lex and yacc

Theory of Computability

Objectives of Computability Theory, historical outline, Turing Machines, TMs as

acceptors, recursively enumerable (Turing-acceptable) languages, computable

functions, existence of non-computable functions, enumerable sets, decidable sets,

construction of enumerators (dovetailing), Chomsky type 0 languages, equivalence of

r.e./enumerable/type 0 languages, the Universal Turing Machine, non-deterministic

TMs, undecidable problems, Halting Problem, equivalence of TMs, non-r.e.

languages, undecidable languages, Rice’s Theorem, Recursive functions, Introduction

to Complexity Theory

Seminar on Applied Computer Science (Examples of tutored student presentations) Non-

deterministic algorithms, probabilistic algorithms, encryption and compression

algorithms, compression and transmission standards, computer viruses, XML, VPNs,

Java 2 and JFC, Servlets, Web Services, distributed systems, electronic marketplaces

Seminar on Technical Computer Science (Examples of tutored student presentations) XML,

DTDs and XMLS, URIs and XML namespaces, CSS and XSL/XSLT, XPath,

XLink, XPointer, XQuery, XML development tools, XML extensions (RDF,

DAML+OIL, etc.), XML applications

Introduction to CS

History of CS, areas of CS, number systems, elementary circuit design, effective

procedures (algorithms), Turing machines, efficiency issues, asymptotic analysis, PL

paradigms (imperative, functional, logical), syntax/semantics/translation of PLs, social

implications of CS.

Automata and Formal Languages

Alphabets, formal languages, grammars, Chomsky hierarchy of grammars, finite

automata, acceptance conditions, regular languages, non-deterministic FAs,

regular expressions, pumping lemma for regular languages, finite machines,

applications in UI and protocol design, context-free languages and LL(1) parsing

The following courses have been held at the University of West Florida.

Science of Computing

Data storage, data manipulation, operating systems, networking, algorithms,

programming, software engineering, data abstractions, database systems, artificial

intelligence, theory of computation

Intermediate Programming in Java

Arrays, Arraylists, Interfaces, inheritance, graphics, events, GUIs, exceptions, files and

streams

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Introduction to Software Engineering

Software Life-Cycle models, Software process models, teams, requirements analysis,

OO analysis, OO design, implementation, post-delivery maintenance

Data Structures and Algorithms

Analysis of algorithms, Stacks and Queues, Binary Trees, self-adjusting trees

(AVL, B-Trees), Hashing, Sorting, Graph algorithms

Theory of Computation

Sets, alphabets, mappings, formal languages, grammars, finite automata, acceptance

conditions, regular languages, non-deterministic FAs, regular expressions, pumping

lemma for regular languages, context-free languages, derivations, derivation trees,

Chomsky Normal Form, pumping lemma for CFLs, Turing Machines, acceptance,

recursively enumerable languages, construction of TMs, TMs as enumerators, Church-

Turing Thesis, Halting Problem, undecidable languages, reduction proofs, Post’s

Correspondence Problem

Applications of Information Technology

Computer terminology, computer components, hardware, software, HumanComputer

interaction, GUIs, interface usage, networks, WAN/LAN, Internet, files and folders,

HTML, tags, links, pictures, WWW search and information retrieval, information

representation, bit, byte, codes, computer organization, CPU, peripherals, machine

programs, operating systems, programming languages, algorithms, digital media,

sound, images, sampling, compression, social implications of IT, computer hazards,

legal issues, spreadsheets, Excel, databases, basic concepts, query composition,

database design, privacy and security

Web Page Design Introduction to the WWW, clients and servers, history, protocols, URLs,

HTML/XHTML basics, tags, colors, fonts, advanced XHTML, lists, tables, Cascading Style

Sheets (CSS), association via tags/classes, specific styles, elements, external style sheets, CSS

positioning, images, formats, preparation and embedding, copyright issues, design basics,

usability, accessibility, aesthetics, page navigation schemes, form and color, website planning

and construction, browser differences, Javascript basics, Document Object Model (DOM),

Javascript and DOM, Multimedia basics, Audio/Video preparation and publishing, codes and

Codecs, compression, SMIL

Applications of Discrete Structures Propositional logic, truth tables, equivalences, predicates, quantifiers, inferences rules, proofs

(direct, indirect), sets, operations, Venn diagrams, functions, surjective/injective/bijective,

inverse functions, sequences and summations, summation rules, algorithms, asymptotic

analysis, function growth (O, W, Q), definitions, proofs, algorithm complexity, induction

proofs (mathematical, strong, structural), recursive definition, recursive algorithms, recursion

and recurrences, solving linear recurrences, divide-and-conquer algorithms, Master Theorem,

Boolean functions, construction of Boolean functions (Disjunctive/Conjunctive Normal

Forms)

Distributed Software Architectures 1

Classification of Distributed Architectures, Client/Server, P2P, Three-Tier

Architecture, Databases, Relational Model, Keys, Integrity, Relational Algebra,

DB Design, Transactions, Two-Phase Lock Protocol, SQL, MySQL, JDBC, XML,

Web Tier, Web Servers, http, Application Servers, GlassFish, NetBeans, Servlets,

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Java Server Pages, JavaBeans, MVC, Server/Client-Side Validation, Java Server

Faces, Distributed Objects, Error Semantics, Sockets, RMI, JRMP, IIOP, CORBA,

EJB, Dependency Injection, JNDI, JPA, JTA

Web Server Administration

Installation and administration of the Apache web server under unix, user

management, backups, support software (ftp,ssh), server extensions (CGI, PHP,

tomcat), web application deployment, server security, secure connections

(SSL/TLS), MS Server 2008 and IIS, .NET applications, virtualization

Capstone Research Experience

Research topic selection, literature selection, research project planning, presentation

techniques, research report structure, practical aspects (project documentation, three

presentations, one research report)

Net-Centric Applications

XML, basics, well-formedness, validation, DTD and XML Schema, CSS, XSLT,

client-side scripting, JavaScript, jQUERY, AJAX, server-side processing, PHP, MySql

database, web application security (XSS, SQL injection, …), session management,

web services, WSDL and SOAP, deployment strategies

Excursions in Computing Lab

Hands-on experience with Search Engines, Web Page Design, Cooperative

Work, Media, Operating Systems, Databases, Programming, Research and

Presentations

Data Structures and Algorithms 2 Lab

Design studies by course projects, coding and debugging, probabilistic algorithms,

applications of asymptotic analysis (recurrences, Master Therorem), Counting and

Combinatorics, Greedy Algorithms

Capstone Project

Development of a software system for a real-world client while working in small

teams. Development and delivery of relevant artifacts such as a project proposal,

design, test plan, code, user's manual, and project log with metrics as the software

system evolves throughout the course. A final presentation and evaluation of the

project experience is required.

Web Design for E-Commerce

Introduction to software components in e-commerce, Infrastructure for ecommerce,

Security and legal issues in e-commerce, Creating a web site for an industry,

Accessibility and Usability issues, expanding a web site to include catalogs and

shopping carts, Future of e-commerce software; technology: HTML/CSS, Relational

DBMS, PHP

Distributed Software Architecture 2

Advanced concepts in Java EE: Details of MVC, EJBs and Dependency Injection

(DI), DI by Annotations or JNDI lookup, Bean life cycle and call-backs, Web

Services: REST and SOAP-based. Object-Relational Mapping, JPA/JTA (Java

Persistence/Transaction API), JMS (Java Message Service), Overview over distributed

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Dbs (Cassandra, MongoDB).

Directed Study “Web Application Security”

TCP/IP, TLS/SSL (https), attack forms and defenses; analysis of GOTOFAIL and

HEARTBLEED, DANE/DNSSEC, Server-side TLS/SSL (Apache), Applicationside

TLS/SSL; Server Hardening, Server-side encryption, (hashes/salting), Injection attacks

(sanitizing).

Introduction to Operations Research

Game Theory, zero-sum games, equilibria and probabilistic solutions; special

optimization problems: Shortest path, transport and scheduling; Linear Optimization:

Graphical and computational solutions. Predictions by probability distributions;

Introduction to Data Analysis: Analysis of raw data, five number analysis, box plots,

geographical data; Programming in R: vectors, matrices, data frames, APIs for

optimization and statistical analysis.

Advanced Computer Programming

Asymptotics; basic data structures: Queues, Stacks, trees. Sorting algorithms,

Advanced DS: Hash maps, heaps, graphs. OO Design and UML; Java Generics;

Design Patterns; Multithreading; DB and Web programming

H. PROJECTS

G1. Research projects

2012 – 2014 Scavenger: Semantic Representations for location-based services and planning.

2011 – 2014 SARIDE: Semantic Representations for Media Objects

2001 – 2004 Initiation of the “oo-m-ai” (OO methods for AI) research project. Project

objectives: Develop a coherent, reusable object oriented framework for

AIbased problem solving methods. Expanded to dealing with issues of the

"Semantic Web" in 2002

1995 – 1997 Initiation and outline of a research project “Integration of Cognitive Systems” at

the University of Applied Sciences, Hamburg, Department of

Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (with Kai von Luck)xiv. Project

goals: Integration of symbolic and sub-symbolic methods for problem solving.

Supervision of several student’s theses emerging from this project, esp. in the

area of symbolic planning and robot control.

1981 – 1984 Design and prototypical implementation of N.N., a Chess knowledge base for

strategic middle game positions at the Department of Computer Science at the

University of Hamburg as the Ph.D. project (with Kai von Luck).

G2. Student's (educational) projects

• Logic Programming and Planning (Prolog)

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• Visualization for Software Engineering

• Visualization of Finite Automata (Pascal)

• Chess Programmingxv

• Java Evaluation

• Java Applications

I. THESES SUPERVISED (SOME IN COOPERATION WITH LOCAL COMPANIES

- SELECTION)

• An Expert System for Human Resource Scheduling

• A Compiler for the Simulation of Robot Motion

• Core Production Planning System

• Mobile Robot Design for Serving Multiple Goals

• A Knowledge Representation Framework for Simulation

• Planning with Blackboard Abstractions

• An Object Oriented Robot Simulation System

• Design of a Cooperative Internet Agent

• An Open Logic-Programming Environment for Smalltalk

• The Use of Annotations in the "Semantic Web"

• Ontologies and Web Search Engines

J. Online Resources (Lectures & Downloads)

• Online slides for the “Semantic Web” course (Spring 2003)

http://www.informatik.haw-hamburg.de/~semweb/online/

• Course material for “Computer Science 1” http://www.informatik.haw-

hamburg.de/~owsnicki/cs1.html

• Handout “Theory of Computablity” (ps, zip, in German) http://www.informatik.haw-

hamburg.de/~owsnicki/public/theo.zip Slides “Compiler Construction” (rtf, zip, in

German) http://www.informatik.haw-hamburg.de/~owsnicki/public/folrtf.zip

• Slides “Applications of AI” (ps, zip, in German) http://www.informatik.haw-

hamburg.de/~owsnicki/public/kips.zip

• Slides “Functional and Logical Programming” (ps, zip, in German)

http://www.informatik.haw-hamburg.de/~owsnicki/public/flfolien.zip

K. COMPUTER-RELATED SKILLS

FORTRAN IV/80, Common Lisp, Scheme, Prolog, Java, C/C++, Smalltalk,

XML/HTML, JSON, OWL, CSS, JavaScript, Flash, Photoshop, MySQL, MongoDB,

Apache, LaTeX, Linux, R, PHP

L. MISCELLANEOUS SKILLS/HOBBIES

• Audio production and hard disk recording

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• Composition and Songwriting

• Guitar, bass, flute playing

• Digital/analog photography and web design

• Chess

• English language (fluent)

• German language (native)

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Appendix F

University of West Florida Undergraduate Admissions and Graduation Requirements

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Freshmen Admissions

The following outlines the general processing of all First Time in College students to the

University of West Florida (UWF Regulation 3.001).

General Provisions



("BOG").

For the purposes of this regulation, "First Time In College" ("FTIC") students are defined

as students who have earned a standard high school diploma from a regionally accredited

high school or its equivalent and who have earned fewer than 12 semester hours of

transferable college credit, as defined in UWF/REG 3.001(1), since graduating from high

school, as evaluated by UWF.

Undergraduate admission decisions for FTIC students are determined on a selective basis

within curricular, space, enrollment and fiscal limitations. Satisfaction of minimum






success while enrolled at UWF. Admission to UWF as a FTIC student affords an

applicant the ability to enroll as a degree-seeking candidate in pursuit of a baccalaureate

degree.



orientation, or veteran status.

First Time In College Student Admission

The minimum admission requirements expected of FTIC students are established by the Florida

Board of Governors and are set forth in BOG Regulation 6.002. Satisfaction of the BOG

minimum requirements does not automatically guarantee admission to the University of West

Florida.

The BOG minimum admission standards require:

1. A standard diploma from a regionally accredited high school or its equivalent. Applicants

with a General Educational Development ("GED") certificate must refer to sub-

paragraph (5). Applicants that are participants in a Home Education or Other Non-

Traditional High School Program must refer to sub-paragraph (6). (Students admitted

under the Early Admission Program are exempted from this requirement.)

2. For students who entered high school on July 7, 2007, or later, completion of 18



a. four (4) units of English–three of which must have included substantial writing

requirements;

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b. four (4) units of mathematics–at the algebra I level and above;

c. three (3) units of natural science–two of which must have included substantial


d. three (3) units of social science–history, civics, political science, economics,

sociology, psychology or geography;

e. two (2) units of the same foreign language or American Sign Language


f. two (2) additional academic elective units from among these five academic areas

and other courses approved by the BOG.

g. For students who entered high school prior to July 7, 2007, completion of 18

academic units of college-preparatory, year-long courses or equivalents (normally

offered in grades nine through 12) are required as follows:

i. four (4) units of English- three of which must have included substantial

writing requirements;

ii. three (3) units of mathematics- at the algebra I level and above;

iii. three (3) units of natural science- two of which must have included

substantial laboratory requirements;

iv. three (3) units of social science–history, civics, political science,


v. two (2) units of the same foreign language or American Sign Language


vi. three (3) additional academic elective units from among these five

academic areas and other courses approved by the BOG.

3. An official SAT Reasoning Test (all three sections) or ACT Plus Writing Test; and

4. High school grades that meet either sub-paragraph a. or b.

a. At least a "B" average (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) as computed by UWF in the required

high school academic units in English, mathematics, natural science, social

science, foreign language and electives; or

b. At least a 2.5 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) as computed by UWF in the

required high school academic units in English, mathematics, natural science,

social science and foreign language and electives and the following test scores:

i. SAT–Critical Reading ≥ 460; or ACT–Reading ≥ 19

ii. SAT–Mathematics ≥ 460; or ACT–Mathematics ≥ 19

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iii. SAT–Writing ≥ 440; or ACT–English/Writing ≥ 18

5. Applicants presenting a GED must present official GED results, official transcripts of any

partial high school completion, and ACT Plus Writing and/or SAT Reasoning Test

(critical reading, math and writing). In addition to the test score requirements list above

in 3. (b), GED applicants must receive a minimum composite score of 21 on the ACT

Plus Writing Test, or an overall combined test score of 1450 on the SAT Reasoning Test

(critical reading, math and writing).

6. Applicants participating in a Home Education or Non-Traditional High School Program

must present a transcript from the Home School Education Program (all units must be

listed in Carnegie Units) and a document from their county stating that the applicant

meets high school graduation requirements. In addition to the test score requirements list

above in 4. (a) and (b), Home Education or Non-Traditional High School Program

applicants must receive a minimum composite score of 21 on the ACT Plus Writing Test,

or an overall combined test score of 1450 on the SAT Reasoning Test (critical reading,

math and writing).

Transfer Admissions

The following outlines the general processing of all Transfer students to the University of West

Florida. These procedures are encompassed in UWF Regulation 3.032, approved by the

University of West Florida Board of Trustees in June 2012. Until this approval, transfer

student admission practices had been contained within the FTIC admission protocol. In June

2012, these procedures were developed into their own regulation.

General Provisions



("BOG").

"Transfer" applicants are those applicants who, prior to admission to UWF, have earned

12 or more semester hours of transferable college credit, as defined in this regulation,

since graduating from high school, as evaluated by the Office of Undergraduate

Admissions.

1. Transfer applicants with fewer than 60 semester hours of transferable college

credit must meet the transfer admission requirements set forth below under

Transfer Student Admission, and these applicants must also meet the First Time

In College ("FTIC") student admission requirements located in UWF Regulation

3.001.

2. Transfer applicants with 60 or more semester hours of transferable college credits

must meet the transfer admission requirements set forth below under Transfer

Student Admission.

Undergraduate admission decisions for transfer students are determined on a selective

basis within curricular, space, enrollment and fiscal limitations. Satisfaction of minimum





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success while enrolled at UWF.



orientation nor veteran status.

Transfer Student Admission

The minimum admission requirements expected of transfer students are established by and are

set forth in BOG Regulation 6.004. Satisfaction of the BOG minimum requirements does not

automatically guarantee admission to the University of West Florida. The BOG regulation

requires the transfer applicant to:

Be in good standing and eligible to return to the last post-secondary institution attended

as a degree-seeking student;

Have a cumulative 2.0 Grade Point Average ("GPA") on a 4.0 system. The GPA is

calculated using all transferable post-secondary credits;

Satisfy the minimum admission requirements for entering FTIC students (See UWF

Regulation 3.001) if transferring with fewer than 60 semester hours; and

Demonstrate proficiency to the second level of the same foreign language (or American

Sign Language) taken either in high school or at the undergraduate institution(s) attended

previously.

1. Transfer students not meeting the foreign language requirement may be admitted;

however, if admitted, such students are required to complete the foreign language

requirement prior to UWF graduation.

2. Transfer students who received an Associate of Arts ("AA") degree from a

Florida public community college, college, or university prior to September 1,

1989 are exempt from this requirement.

International Undergraduate Admissions

Applicants to the University are considered international if they are not U.S. Citizens, hold dual

citizenship between the U.S. and another country, or are permanent residents currently residing

in the U.S. In addition to the policies and procedures stated for the different categories of

admission, the following information pertains to international applicants. Domestic applicants

should refer to the "Freshman Admissions" or "Transfer Admissions" sections.

The following outlines the general processing of all International students to the University of

West Florida. These procedures are encompassed in UWF Regulation 3.042, approved by the

University of West Florida Board of Trustees in March 2012.

International Student Office (ISO)

1. Admission of international students to the University of West Florida ("UWF" or

"University") is governed by University of West Florida admission regulations 3.001,

3.002, 3.004, 3.032, 3.033 and 3.042 , Florida Board of Governors (BOG) Regulations

6.001, 6.002, 6.003, 6.004, and 6.009, and the requirements herein.

2. For purposes of this regulation applicants to the University of West Florida will be

considered "International" students if they are not U.S. citizens and if they require a visa

to remain in the United States. Applicants who are permanent residents of the United

States are not considered international students.

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3. The admission requirements stated in the Board of Governors and UWF regulations are

minimum requirements. Satisfaction of minimum requirements does not guarantee

admission into the University. Preference for admission in any term will be given to those

applicants whose credentials indicate the greatest promise of academic success.

4. Applicants must meet the following criteria and submit the required documentation to

receive consideration for admission to the University:

o A degree seeking applicant (undergraduate and graduate) whose native language

is not English must provide evidence of English language proficiency. Non-

degree undergraduate students are not required to provide documentation of

English proficiency unless they are attending UWF under an international

exchange agreement which requires the student to document English proficiency.

The English requirement (proficiency in written and spoken English) may be

fulfilled by establishing one of the following:

1. That he or she is from a country where English is the official language; or

2. That his or her prior associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree was earned from

a regionally accredited college or university in the United States; or

3. That his or her prior bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree was earned from a country

where English is the official language, or from a university at which English is the

official language of instruction; or

4. That he or she completed his or her junior and senior year in a U.S. high school with a

SAT Verbal score of 550 or a ACT English score of 23; or

5. That he or she achieved a qualifying score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language

(TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or Michigan English

Language Assessment Battery (MELAB)/ Michigan English Language Institute College

English Test (MELICET).

Qualifying scores for undergraduate applicants are either a TOEFL computer-based score

of 213, a TOEFL internet-based score of 78/80, a TOEFL paper-based score of 550, an

IELTS score of 5.5/6, or a MELAB/MELICET score of 76/77. (Consult the

Undergraduate Catalog for sub-score requirements and for specific program

requirements, which may be higher.)

1. Undergraduate applicants must have a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale as calculated by UWF

Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

2. Applicants must submit transcripts evidencing all prior academic course work including

post-secondary education. The University requires an official copy of all academic

credentials. Transcripts that are not in English must be accompanied by a certified

English translation. Transcripts from educational institutions outside the United States

must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service, as specified on the international

application. (All academic credentials become property of the University. They will not

be returned or forwarded to a third party. Credentials of applicants who do not enroll

within one year will be destroyed).

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3. Applicants must submit a non-refundable application fee payable in U.S. dollars.

4. Applicants must complete and submit the following medical information:

a. a Physician’s Evaluation Form and a Medical History Form completed by a

physician, indicating the applicant’s fitness, mentally and physically to pursue a

college level study program.

b. Documentation of MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) immunization, and

c. Proof of immunization for meningitis and hepatitis B, or a signed waiver

indicating the applicant’s informed decision not to be vaccinated.

5. Applicants must provide proof of medical insurance that complies with the requirement

of University policy, AC-6.00- 08/08 "Medical Insurance Coverage for Enrolled

International Students" for all applicants on F-1 or J-1 visas.

6. Applicants must provide a Certification of Finances before the Certificate of Eligibility

(Form I-20 or a DS-2019) will be issued by the University. The Certificate of Finances

will show specific sources of a satisfactory level of financial support and the amount

expected from each source. Funding sources must be verified by the student’s or

sponsor’s bank by submitting an original bank statement from the student’s or sponsor’s

financial institution. The total funds available to the student for the first academic year

must at least equal the total estimates of institutional costs and living expenses. For

applicants living outside the U.S., the Declaration and Certification of Finances must be

received by the University no later than the application deadline each semester.

7. For transfer students: A completed transfer clearance form is required for F-1 applicants

to verify their eligibility to transfer in F-1 status.






meet the requirements set forth in paragraph (4) iv. above.






meet the requirements set forth above.

10. Applicants will not be considered for admission until the University has received all

required materials. Undergraduate international student applications, along with all other

records required for admission must be received by the program deadline or university

international application deadline, whichever is earlier, unless the deadline is waived by

the University in writing.

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Graduation and General Degree Requirements

(http://catalog.uwf.edu/undergraduate/academicpolicies/graduation/)

Pre-Graduation Audit

Students are required to meet with the assigned academic advisor to complete a Pre-Graduation

Audit prior to completing 90 semester credit hours. This audit is intended to advise the student

of all courses needed for graduation and to confirm that all remaining requirements are

included in the degree plan.

Graduation Process

Students are responsible for meeting all graduation requirements. Having met all requirements

for an undergraduate degree a student is expected to graduate and will not be permitted to take

additional classes as an undergraduate student. Student responsibilities include:

1. Meeting with an academic advisor each semester to discuss degree progression;

2. Completing the Graduation Application online by the deadline listed in the Academic

Dates and deadlines in the Catalog;

3. Meeting with the Department and completing a Graduation Action Plan when necessary;

and

4. Meeting all requirements for the degree.

Bachelor’s Degree Requirements

Requirements for a bachelor’s degree from UWF are listed below. The colleges and

departments may have requirements which exceed these minimums. Students should refer to

their degree audits to review degree requirements. The degree audit must indicate all

requirements have been completed. Please consult the individual departments for details.

Minimum requirements are:

120 semester hours in an approved program

UWF cumulative 2.00 GPA with a major GPA of 2.00 (departments may set a minimum

grade requirement in each course and limited access programs may require higher

minimum major GPAs)

48 semester hours in upper-level course work

25% of degree program credits must be earned at UWF

The last 30 semester hours of credit for a degree must be earned at UWF

24 semester hours of upper-level work in the major field with a minimum of 18 upper-

level semester hours in the major field at UWF

Fulfillment of Gordon Rule

Completion of all General Education requirements

Completion of all program specific lower division common prerequisites

Completion of admissions foreign language requirement

Completion of multicultural requirement

Nine hours of summer semester enrollment at an SUS institution (students who entered

UWF with less than 60 semester hours)

A degree will not be awarded for a student on academic probation or suspension

Admitted and enrolled at UWF in a degree-seeking status for a minimum of one semester

in the degree program for which a degree is awarded

http://catalog.uwf.edu/undergraduate/academicpolicies/graduation/

https://confluence.uwf.edu/display/public/Viewing+a+Degree+Audit

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Admitted and enrolled at UWF in a degree-seeking status within the last five years of the

date the degree is awarded. Students should contact their major department to determine

the minimum of hours and courses in which to enroll. Students who need to be readmitted

will be required to meet the degree requirements of the current catalog.

General Degree Requirements

In addition to the requirements for the major program of study, students must satisfy the

following general University requirements:

General Education Requirements

All students (except for students holding an A.A. or certification of the completion of general

studies requirements from a Florida public university or college) who enter UWF must

complete the requirements specified as General Education. The General Education

requirements are the basic studies that provide students with a broad educational foundation

and are essential requirements for all A.A. and baccalaureate degree programs. Courses may

not be taken on the pass/fail basis.

Gordon Rule (Writing and Mathematics) Requirements

To fulfill the writing and mathematics requirement for earning the first baccalaureate

degree, students are required to satisfy the Gordon Rule, Florida Statutes by taking six

semester hours of English coursework and six semester hours of additional coursework in

which students are required to demonstrate college-level writing skills through multiple

assignments. In addition, six semester hours of mathematics at the level of college algebra

or higher are required. Students are required to take six semester hours of theoretical math

or three semester hours of theoretical math and three semester hours of applied

math. Students must have a grade of "C-" or better in the courses to successfully complete

this requirement. Courses may not be taken on the pass/fail basis. Students must complete

these requirements before advancing to upper-division status. Transfer students should

refer to the Transfer Credit section of this catalog. Students should consult the Office of

Undergraduate Admissions for evaluation of transfer mathematics courses for General

Studies requirements, Gordon Rule, and credit for graduation.

Multicultural Requirement

An important component of a liberal education is the study of cultures other than one's own. As

such, multiculturalism encompasses the appreciation of the values, expressions, and modes of

organization of diverse cultural communities. To further such study, the University of West

Florida requires all students pursuing a bachelor's degree to complete at least one course that

explores one or more of the dimensions of another culture (language, religion, socio-economic

structures, etc.). Students are exempt from this requirement if they have completed an A.A.

degree, the general education program at a Florida public institution, or a baccalaureate degree.

The requirement is satisfied by the successful completion of a multicultural course

designated on the following list. Several of the selections are General Education courses,

and students may enroll in these to meet both the General Education and the multicultural

requirements.

Foreign Language Requirement

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Florida Statutes require that students admitted to a Florida public university meet the foreign

language requirement for demonstrating competency in a foreign language. Students who have

earned an A.A. from a Florida public community college may be admitted to the University,

but must demonstrate competency prior to graduation with a baccalaureate degree. Students

completing 8-10 semester hours of American Sign Language with passing grades will have

satisfied the foreign language admission requirement. The foreign language requirement must

be satisfied prior to progression to upper-division status. In addition, each academic department

may determine specific language requirements for students and will recommend or require

languages and proficiencies according to individual needs, career objectives, and academic

programs.

Competency may be demonstrated in the following ways:

Earning two credits of a single foreign language in high school or one credit in high

school and the second semester (four semester hours) of the same foreign language at an

accredited postsecondary institution demonstrating proficiency through the second level,

OR


language at a postsecondary institution prior to admission to UWF demonstrating

proficiency through the second level. Grades of P are acceptable for this requirement, OR


language at UWF demonstrating proficiency through the second level. Grades of P are

acceptable for this requirement. Successful completion of the following tests with

appropriate test scores: CLEP subject matter examinations, MAPS-Latin examination

published by the College Entrance Examination Board, and proficiency examination at

UWF.

Undergraduate transfer students are exempt if one of the following applies: (1) they received an

A.A. from a Florida public college prior to September 1, 1989; or (2) they enrolled in a

program of studies leading to an associate degree from a Florida public college prior to August

1, 1989, and complete at least one academic course each twelve month period beginning with

the student's first enrollment in a Florida public college and continuing until the student

enrolled at UWF.

Summer Hour Requirement

Undergraduate students entering one of the state universities of Florida with less than 60

semester hours of credit must earn at least nine semester hours prior to graduation by

attendance during one or more summer sessions at one of the state universities. Students may

satisfy this requirement through online courses at UWF as well as any other UWF

courses. Courses taken within the community college, state college system, or outside of the

State University System of Florida cannot be used to satisfy summer hours.

Residency Requirement

Students must complete a minimum of 30 semester hours (25% of the degree program) in a

planned program at UWF. In addition, the last 30 semester hours of course work for the

undergraduate degree must be completed in residency at UWF. Courses taken while on

University sponsored study abroad programs count as resident credit for purposes of meeting

graduation requirements. Courses taken at another institution will not meet the UWF residency

degree requirement.

Action Item

UWF Board of Trustees Meeting Briefing Points Academic Affairs Committee

February 15, 2018 Issue: Review UWF/REG 3.001 Admission Standards for First Time in College

Student Applicants Proposed Action: Approve revisions to the regulation. ___________________________________________________________________________ Briefing Points:

Updates to UWF/REG 3.001 are proposed as a result of recent amendments to the BOG REG 6.002. Amendments include: o Addition of new Redesigned SAT score concordances o Minimum scores for admission consideration and Talented Twenty aligned with

test scores outlined in BOG REG 6.008, Postsecondary College-level Preparatory Testing, Placement, and Instruction for State Universities

Minor updates to language regarding description of Florida public or regionally accredited high school diploma or its equivalent.

Semantic update for minimum requirements to be “considered” for admissions

Addition of ‘anthropology’ as a unit that is accepted as social science academic core.

Revisions to language regarding course unit measurement (Carnegie Units) for transcripts from home education or non-traditional high school programs.

Implementation Plan: University regulations which govern admissions are select

regulations and cannot go into effect until they are approved by the Board of Governors. The amendments to this regulation will go into effect upon approval of the BOG.

Fiscal Implications: No fiscal implications ___________________________________________________________________________ Supporting documents:

1. Notice of Proposed Regulation Amendment with Proposed Text of UWF Regulation UWF/REG-3.001 Admission Standards for First Time in College Student Applicants

2. BOG Regulations 6.001 and 6.002. Prepared by: Katie Condon, Executive Director of Undergraduate Admissions, Recruitment, and Marketing , ([email protected], ext. 2236) Facilitator/Presenter: Katie Condon, Executive Director of Undergraduate Admissions, Recruitment, and Marketing ___________________________________________________________________________


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UNIVERSITY OF WEST FLORIDA

NOTICE OF PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO REGULATION

REGULATION TITLE: UWF/REG-3.001 Admission Standards for First Time in College

Student Applicants

SUMMARY: The proposed amendments revises the regulation to conform to recent amendments to

Florida Board of Governors’ Regulation 6.002, Admission of Undergraduate First-Time-in-College,

Degree-Seeking Freshmen. In addition, minor edits to language within the UWF Regulation are also

included to better describe the UWF undergraduate admissions requirements, units accepted, and evaluation

process.

AUTHORITY: BOG Regulations 6.001 and 6.002.

NAME OF UNIVERSITY OFFICIAL INITIATING PROPOSED REGULATION AMENDMENT:

Katie Condon, MA

Executive Director

Undergraduate Admissions, Recruitment, and Marketing

THE PERSON TO BE CONTACTED REGARDING THE PROPOSED REGULATION IS: James

Felder, Senior Associate General Counsel, [email protected], Phone (850) 474-3420; FAX (850) 857-6058;

Bld. 10/Rm 114; 11000 University Parkway; Pensacola, FL 32514-5750. Any comments regarding the

proposed regulation amendment must be sent in writing to the contact person on or before February 13,

2018 to receive full consideration.

THE DATE THIS NOTICE WAS POSTED ON THE UWF BOARD OF TRUSTEES WEBSITE:

January 30, 2018

THE DATE THIS NOTICE WAS PUBLISHED IN “@UWF”:

February 1, 2018

THE FULL TEXT OF THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THIS REGULATION IS SET

FORTH BELOW:


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University of West Florida Regulation

UWF/REG-3.001 Admission Standards for First Time in College Student Applicants

I. General Provisions.

A) Admission decisions to the University of West Florida (“UWF” or “University”) are made by the

University subject to the regulations of the Florida Board of Governors (“BOG”).

B) For the purposes of this regulation, “First Time In College” (“FTIC”) students are defined as

students who have earned a standard high school diploma from a Florida public or regionally

accredited high school or its equivalent and who have earned fewer than 12 semester hours of

transferable college credit , as defined in UWF/REG 3.032(12), since receiving a standard high

school diploma or its equivalentgraduating from high school, as evaluated by the UWF. University

of West Florida.

C) Undergraduate admission decisions for FTIC students are determined on a selective basis within

curricular, space, enrollment and fiscal limitations. Satisfaction of minimum admission

requirements does not guarantee acceptance. The selection process may include, but is not limited

to, such factors as grades, test scores, pattern of courses completed, class rank, educational

objectives, past conduct, academic recommendations, personal recommendations and

achievements. Preference for admission in any term will be given to those applicants whose

credentials indicate the greatest promise of academic success while enrolled at UWF. Admission

to UWF as a FTIC student affords an applicant the ability to enroll as a degree-seeking candidate

in pursuit of a baccalaureate degree.

D) UWF does not discriminate in the admission process based upon age, color, disability, gender (sex

or gender identity), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran

status.

II. First Time In College Student Admission.

A) The minimum requirements to be considered for admission at UWF admission requirements

expected of FTIC students are established by the Florida Board of Governors and are set forth in

BOG Regulation 6.002. Satisfaction of the BOG minimum requirements does not automatically

guarantee admission to UWF. the University of West Florida. The BOG minimum admission

standards require:

1) A standard diploma from a Florida public or regionally accredited high school or its

equivalent. Applicants with a General Educational Development (“GED”) certificate or

credential must refer to subparagraph (5) of this section. Applicants participating in a home

education or other non-traditional high school program must refer to subparagraph (6) of this

section. (Students admitted under the Early Admission Program are exempted from this

requirement.)

a) For students who entered high school on July 7, 2007, or later, completion of 18



i) four (4) units of English – three of which must have included substantial writing

requirements;

ii) four (4) units of mathematics – at the algebra I level and above;

iii) three (3) units of natural science – two of which must have included substantial


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iv) three (3) units of social science – anthropology, history, civics, political science,


v) two (2) units of the same foreign language or American Sign Language demonstrating

proficiency through the second level; and

vi) two (2) additional academic elective units from among these five academic areas and

other courses approved by the Articulation Coordinating CommitteeBOG.

or

b) For students who entered high school prior to July 7, 2007, completion of 18 academic

units of college-preparatory, year-long courses or equivalents (normally offered in grades

nine through 12) are required as follows:

i) four (4) units of English- three of which must have included substantial writing

requirements;

ii) three (3) units of mathematics- at the algebra I level and above;

iii) three (3) units of natural science- two of which must have included substantial


iv) three (3) units of social science – anthropology, history, civics, political science,


v) two (2) units of the same foreign language or American Sign Language demonstrating

proficiency through the second level; and

vi) two (2)three (3) additional academic elective units from among these five academic

areas and other courses approved by the Articulation Coordinating CommitteeBOG. or

one (1) credit from vi. Above and one credit from grade nine or above in ROTC/Military

Training or an equivalent course approved by the Articulation Coordinating Committee.

2) An official SAT Reasoning score (writing included) or ACT Plus Writing score; and

3) High school grades point average (GPA) of at least a 2.50 on a 4.00 scale as calculated by

UWF.that meet either subparagraph 1 or 2:

1) At least a “B” average (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) as computed by UWF; or

2) At least a 2.5 to 2.9 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) as computed by

UWF and the following test scores:

a) SAT – Critical Reading ≥ 460; or ACT – Reading ≥ 19

b) SAT – Mathematics ≥ 460; or ACT – Mathematics ≥ 19

c) SAT – Writing ≥ 440; or ACT – English/Writing ≥ 18

4) Meet the requirements for college level placement as outlined in Board of Governors

Regulation 6.008.

5) For applicants with a GED diploma, the following is required:

a) Proof of completion of the GED, including GED test scores;

b) Official transcripts of any partial high school completion; and

c) ACT and/or SAT results.

i) Total score of at least 1450 on the SAT Reasoning Test (critical reading, math, and

writing) or a total score of at least a 21 on the ACT Plus Writing Test in addition to the

requirements listed above

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6) For applicants that are participating in a home education program or other non-traditional high

school program, the following is required:

a) Documentation verifying the applicant meets all requirements in order to receive a standard

high school diploma or its equivalent for high school graduation

b) Official transcript from home education or non-traditional high school program (all units

must be listed in Carnegie Units). A student whose high school educational program is not

measured in Carnegie Units must present a combined test score of at least 1450 on the SAT

Reasoning Test (all three portions), an overall combined test score of 1060 on the 2016

Redesigned SAT, or a minimum composite score of 21 on the ACT.

Total score of at least a 1450 on the SAT Reasoning Test (critical reading, math,

and writing) or a total score of at least a 21 on the ACT Plus Writing Test in

addition to the requirements listed above

B) FTIC student applicants who do not meet the minimum admissions criteria may be considered for

admission to UWF. the University of West Florida. Such applicants will be evaluated for

admission on an individual basis. The evaluation will include the review of factors, such as, but

not limited to, a combination of test scores and GPA that indicate potential for success,

improvement in high school record, family educational background, socioeconomic status,

graduation from a low performing high school, graduating from an International Baccalaureate

program, geographic location, military service, special talents or abilities, or other special

circumstances that contribute to a diverse student body.

C) The UWFniversity of West Florida accepts Talented Twenty applicants in accordance with Board

of Governors Regulation 6.002(2)(c). A student must be eligible for college-level work per

Board of Governors Regulation 6.008 in order to be eligible for Talented Twenty consideration.

D) Enrollment Limitations.

The admission of FTIC students to UWF shall be in accordance with the University’s mission and

goals and shall comply with any enrollment limitations established by the BOG or the University.

E) Limited Access Programs.

In addition to the requirements for admission set forth in paragraph two (2) above, applicants

seeking admission to limited access programs must meet specific departmental requirements as

published in the Undergraduate Catalog. Applicants to a limited access program will receive a

decision for general admission to UWF the University of West Florida from the Office of

Undergraduate Admission and will receive a separate decision for admission to the limited access

program from the department.

F) Restricted Access Programs.

Some academic programs require a portfolio review, audition, or some element of pre-

qualification prior to admission to the program. Explanations of these requirements are published

in the Undergraduate Catalog by program. Applicants to a restricted access program will receive

a decision for general admission to UWF the University of West Florida from the Office of

Undergraduate Admission and will receive a separate decision for admission to the restricted

program from the department.

III. General Application Processing for First Time In College Student Applicants.

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A) A complete application for admission, including all required documentation and the non-

refundable application fee, must be submitted by all students except those who were previously

enrolled at UWF in a degree program.

B) Applications for admission are accepted as early as 12 months before the requested term of entry.

Complete applications must be submitted before the published application deadline date for the

term desired. UWF reserves the right to return the application and application fee when the

application is received after the published deadline or after any enrollment limit is reached for the

requested term of entry. UWF also reserves the right to accept applications for admission after

the deadline on a space-available basis.

C) Applications for admission are evaluated using a comprehensive review in the Office of

Undergraduate Admission. All decisions are communicated in a letter issued to the applicant by

the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. within 7 to 10 business days of the day the decision is

made.

D) Admission to UWF is granted for a specific term and to a specific academic program. Students

whose major is undeclared at the time of application will be assigned “undecided” as their

academic program choice. The specific term of entry and the academic program to which the

student is admitted are both stated in the decision letter.

E) All official transcripts, test scores, and other credentials must be received directly from the

issuing institution or agency. Standardized test scores (SAT, ACT, TOEFL, CPT, PERT) must be

received directly from the respective testing sources centers in order to be considered official. It

is the applicant’s responsibility to request official copies of all required credentials and to assure

their receipt by UWF. All documents and credentials submitted become the property of UWF.

The originals will not be returned to applicants nor forwarded to a third party.

F) UWF reserves the right to request validation of an applicant’s test scores (SAT, ACT, TOEFL,

CPT, or PERT) prior to making an admission decision if deemed necessary.

G) A final high school transcript showing the graduation date must be submitted as soon as issued to

confirm the candidate’s eligibility to enroll. UWF reserves the right to rescind an applicant’s or

student’s admission to the University if his or her final transcript demonstrates that he or she no

longer meets the standards for admission.

H) An application which contains false, fraudulent or incomplete statements may result in denial of

admission, denial of further registration, and/or revocation of degree(s) awarded.

I) The University shall evaluate an applicant’s previous conduct to determine whether offering the

applicant admission is in the best interest of the University. Applicants with a record of previous

misconduct at an educational institution or criminal conduct will be evaluated during the

admission process in accordance with UWF Regulation 3.003.

IV. Reasons for Denial and Appeal

First time in college student applicants denied admission may request the University’s reasons for

the denial. The request must be made by the applicant in writing to the Office of Undergraduate

Admission and the reasons will be provided in writing.

First time in college student applicants may appeal the denial in writing to the Office of

Undergraduate Admission. This request must contain reasons why reconsideration is warranted

and should highlight extenuating circumstances and/or appropriate alternative evidence of

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academic achievement, ability, motivation and responsibility that indicates potential for success

at UWF. Student-initiated appeals are heard by the Undergraduate Admission Appeals

Committee.

V. Other Admission Information

A) In accordance with BOG Regulation 6.001(9), and the UWF policy governing immunization

requirements, once accepted for admission, each student must submit a signed medical history

form and must provide documentation of appropriate immunization.

B) Applicants may request to change their term of entry to a different term. The newly desired term

of entry must be within one academic year of the originally requested term of entry provided

there is no alternative enrollment at another college or university in the interim. For example, an

applicant for the fall 20160 term could change the term of entry to the spring 20171 term or the

summer 20171 term but not the fall 20171 term, where one academic year would have elapsed

from the original term of entry.

1) Applicants wishing to change their entry term must submit a Semester Change Request

Form. The form must be received before the published application deadline for the

newly desired term.

2) A new application and application fee is required for applicants who accumulate

additional academic coursework between the original term of entry and the desired term

of entry.

3) A new application and fee is required for applicants who wish to be considered for

admission for a term that begins more than 12 months after the originally requested term

of entry.

4) Applicants who request to change their term of entry will be re-evaluated for admission

using the admissions requirements and selection criteria in effect for the new term

requested.

5) Those changing terms of entry who apply to a limited access or restricted program will

have their application re-evaluated within the context of the subsequent applicant pool.

C) Applications and documents submitted by those applicants who are either denied or who do not

enroll are retained as inactive files for one year only and are then destroyed.

D) UWF will provide reasonable substitution of admission requirements for an applicant as long as

the absence of the requirement would not constitute a fundamental alteration in the nature of the

program of study to which the applicant sought admission, and the applicant establishes:

1) that he or she is disabled as defined in BOG Regulation 6.018, and

2) that his or her inability to meet the admission requirement is related to the disability.

VI. Dual Enrollment.

Requirements for permission to participate in the Dual Enrollment Program are outlined in the

articulation agreements between UWF and the respective school district.

A) Early Admission is a type of dual enrollment reserved for high school students entering their

senior year. Early Admission will be evaluated on a case by case basis and requirements will

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vary from county to county. To be considered for early admission, students must have

completed their junior year of high school and meet all requirements (including, but not

limited to ACT/SAT scores) outlined in the articulation agreement between UWF and the

respective school district. If such requirements are not outlined in the articulation agreement,

students seeking early admission must have a minimum total score of at least a 1450 on the

SAT Reasoning Test (or for students seeking entrance for Spring 2017 forward, a

concordance score on the new rSAT) or a minimum total score of at least a 21 on the ACT

Plus Writing Test and a letter of recommendation from their high school principal to be

considered Registration for the Fall semester following the students’ initial entrance

semester, will be contingent upon receiving proof of high school graduation. Writing scores

on the ACT or SAT will not be required for Spring 2017 and beyond.

Authority: Board of Governors Regulations 6.001 and 6.002. History-New 10/1/75, Formerly

6C6-3.01, Amended 5/20/87, 3/1/88, Converted to UWF/REG 3.001-7/21/05, amended 7/5/11,

11/15/13, 10/22/14, 01/13/2016,___________________.

6.002 Admission of Undergraduate First-Time-in-College, Degree-Seeking Freshmen

(1) FTIC Undergraduate Admission - General. This regulation outlines minimum eligibility requirements for first-time-in-college (FTIC) students seeking admission to an undergraduate degree program in the State University System (SUS). Individual institutions may choose to establish more stringent admission requirements within the parameters outlined in Board of Governors regulations. (a) For the purposes of this regulation, FTIC freshmen are defined as students who

have earned a standard high school diploma from a Florida public or regionally accredited high school, or its equivalent, and who have earned fewer than twelve (12) semester hours of transferable college credit since receiving a standard high school diploma or its equivalent.

(b) Eligibility for admission to the SUS does not guarantee admission to the specific institution or degree program to which admission is sought.

(c) Each university board of trustees shall develop regulations governing the admission of FTIC students that comport with the requirements outlined in Board regulations. Such regulations may allow for exceptions to be made on an individual basis, as outlined in subparagraph 2(b) of this regulation, when a student, in the judgment of an appropriate university committee, can reasonably be expected to perform satisfactory academic work in the institution to which admission is sought.

(d) In all but the following specified cases, an FTIC student must have earned a standard high school diploma from a Florida public or regionally accredited high school, or its equivalent, to be considered for admission to a state university. Students completing a home education program according to section 1002.41, Florida Statutes, meet this minimum admission requirement; however, each university may require additional documentation to verify eligibility for these students. Students admitted under early admission in accordance with university policy are exempted from this requirement during the time they are still classified as early admission students. Early admission is a form of dual enrollment through which eligible secondary students are admitted to a postsecondary institution on a full-time basis in courses that are creditable toward both the high school diploma and the students’ university degree program.

(e) FTIC students applying for admission must submit SAT Reasoning Test or redesigned SAT (rSAT) scores from the College Board or ACT scores from ACT, Inc. Universities may reserve the right to require a student to take an updated version of a test. Universities may reserve the right to require a student to take an updated version of a test.

(f) Each university shall require FTIC applicants to submit or authorize transmission of a complete official academic transcript of all secondary work and from each postsecondary institution, as appropriate. Each transcript shall

list all courses for which the student was enrolled each term, the status in each course at the end of the term, all grades and credits awarded, and a statement explaining the grading policy of the institution.

(g) Each transcript should also specify any college credits the student earned through accelerated mechanisms. University weighting of approved accelerated mechanisms in the recalculation of the student’s grade point average for admission purposes must be conducted per Board Regulation 6.006(5) Acceleration Mechanisms.

(h) Each FTIC student admitted to the SUS is expected to demonstrate competency of foreign language or American Sign Language equivalent to the second high school level or higher (Spanish 2, Haitian Creole 2, etc.). A limited number of students not meeting the high school foreign language requirement may be admitted; however, these students must fulfill the foreign language requirement prior to completion of the baccalaureate

degree. These students may meet this foreign language admission

requirement by demonstrating competency at the elementary 2 level in one foreign language or American Sign Language at an undergraduate institution; demonstrating equivalent foreign language competence on the basis of scores determined by the Articulation Coordinating Committee (ACC) Credit-By-Exam Equivalencies, as adopted by the Board of Governors ; or demonstrating equivalent foreign language or American Sign Language competence through other means approved by the university.

(i) Any FTIC student with a disability shall be eligible for reasonable substitution or modification of any requirement for admission pursuant to Board Regulation 6.018.

(2) FTIC Undergraduate Admission. Students shall be considered as

meeting minimum SUS eligibility requirements in one of the following ways: (a) Standard Admission: FTIC students applying to the SUS may be considered for

admission based on the following criteria:

1. An FTIC student may be admitted if meeting a 2.50 or higher grade point average (GPA) on a 4.00 scale as calculated by the university, presents an official SAT and/or ACT score, and meets the requirements for college level placement per Board of Governors Regulation 6.008 and high school credits per Table One.

Table One

Students Entering High School Prior to July 1, 2007

Students Entering High School July 1, 2007 or Later

4 credits – English/Language Arts (three of which must have included substantial writing requirements).

4 credits – English/Language Arts (three of which must have included substantial writing requirements).

3 credits – Mathematics (at or above the Aalgebra I level).

4 credits – Mathematics (at or above the Aalgebra I level).

3 credits – Natural Science (two of which must have included substantial laboratory requirements).

3 credits – Natural Science (two of which must have included substantial laboratory requirements).

3 credits – Social Science (to include anthropology, history, civics, political science, economics, sociology, psychology, and/or geography).

3 credits – Social Science (to include anthropology, history, civics, political science, economics, sociology, psychology, and/or geography).

2 credits – Foreign Language See subsection (1)(h).

2 credits – Foreign Language See subsection (1)(h).

3 credits – Additional academic electives

in any combination of courses listed in the Department of Education Course Code Directory as follows: 1. Up to three credits in Level II courses in English/Language Arts, Mathematics, Natural Science, Social Science, Foreign Language, or Fine Arts; Level III courses in any discipline; or Dual Enrollment courses for which both high school and postsecondary credits are granted; OR 2. At least one credit from 1. above and up to two credits in courses grade nine or above in ROTC/Military Training, or at least one credit from 1. above and up to two credits of equivalent courses in any discipline as determined by the Articulation Coordinating Committee.

2 credits – Additional academic credits (in

any combination of courses listed in the Department of Education Course Code Directory.)

1. Two credits from among Level II courses listed

in the Department of Education Course Code Directory in English/Language Arts, Mathematics, Natural Science, Social Science, Foreign Language, Fine Arts; Level III courses listed in the Directory in any academic or career and technical education credited discipline; or Dual Enrollment courses for which both high school and postsecondary academic credits are granted; OR 2. One credit from 1. above and one credit from grade nine or above in ROTC/Military Training, or an equivalent course in any discipline as determined by the Articulation Coordinating Committee.

2. Home Education or Other Non-Traditional High School Program participants:

A student applying for admission who has participated in a non-traditional high school program must present credentials determined to be equivalent to

those described in this regulation by the individual SUS institution to which the student is applying. A student whose high school educational program is not measured in Carnegie Units must present a combined test score of at least 1450 on the SAT Reasoning Test (all three portions), an overall combined test score of 1060 on the 2016 Redesigned SAT, or a minimum composite score of 21 on the ACT.

3. Applicants presenting a GED must present official GED results, official transcripts of any partial high school completion, and ACT and/or SAT results. Each university shall determine equivalencies to university minimum standards.

(b) Alternative Admission (Profile Assessment): Applicants who are not eligible for standard admissions may be considered for alternative admission. In addition to reviewing a student’s GPA and test scores, a university may consider other factors in the review of the student’s application for admission. These factors may include, but are not limited to, the following: a combination of test scores and GPA that indicate potential for success, improvement in high school record, family educational background, socioeconomic status, graduation from a low-performing high school, graduation from an International Baccalaureate program, geographic location, military service, special talents and/or abilities, or other special circumstances. These additional factors shall not include preferences in the admissions process for applicants on the basis of race, national origin, or sex. The student may be admitted if, in the judgment of an appropriate institutional committee, there is sufficient evidence that the student can be expected to succeed at the institution. 1. The number of first-time-in-college students admitted through profile

assessment at each university shall be determined by the university board of trustees.

2. Each university shall implement specific measures and programs to enhance

academic success and retention for students who are accepted into the institution using the alternative admissions option. The board of trustees shall review the success of students admitted under the profile assessment process to ensure that their rates of retention and graduation remain near or above the institution’s average.

(c) Talented Twenty: Within space and fiscal limitations, admission to a university in the SUS shall be granted to an FTIC applicant who is a graduate of a public Florida high school, who has completed the eighteen (18) required high school units as listed in this regulation, who ranks in the top 20% of his/her high school graduating class, and who has submitted SAT Reasoning Test or redesigned SAT scores from the College Board or ACT scores from ACT, Inc., prior to enrollment. A student must be eligible for college-level work per Board of Governors Regulation 6.008 in order to be eligible for Talented Twenty consideration. A Talented Twenty student is not guaranteed admission to the university of first choice and should work closely with a high school counselor

to identify options. The SUS will use class rank as determined by the Florida Department of Education.

(3) Any increase, change, or revision in standards of admission must be included in the undergraduate catalog and posted on the university website.

Authority: Section 7(d), Art. IX, Fla. Const.; History: Formerly 6C-2.42, and 6C-6.02, 11- 18-70, 5-27-74, 12-17-74, 6-25-80, 3-21-82, 4-16-84, 4-14-86, 4-20-87, 10-19-88, 1-23-90, 1-7- 91, 9-15-91, 8-4-92, 5-17-95, 11-27-95, 9-19-00, 11-28-00, Amended and Renumbered as 6.002 9-27-07, 01-28-10, 11-08-12, 11-21-2013, 01-21-16, 08-31-17.

6.001 General Admissions (1) Based on minimum standards adopted by the Board of Governors, university boards of trustees must establish the criteria, policies, and procedures by regulation for the admission of students. (2) University policies and procedures concerning the admission process, including the process for admission decision notification and the appeal process for an admission decision, must be posted on the university’s Web site and in the university catalogs. All university policies must be consistent with Board of Governors regulations and policies. (3) The Board of Governors affirms its commitment to equal educational opportunity and to increasing student diversity in each of the state universities; however, admissions criteria must not include preferences in the admission process for applicants on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, or sex. (4) In the admission of students, each university must take into consideration the applicant’s academic ability, and may also consider other factors such as creativity, talent, and character. (5) Each university may return to the applicant without action any application and fees received after the application deadline designated by each institution on its official calendar. (6) Each university must provide denied applicants notice within a reasonable period of time (as defined by the university board of trustees). Upon the applicant’s written request, the university shall provide the written reasons for the denial. (7) Consideration shall be given to the past actions of any person applying for admission when such actions have been found to disrupt or interfere with the orderly conduct, processes, functions, or programs of any other university, college, or community college. If determined to be in the best interest of the university to deny admission or enrollment to an applicant because of the applicant’s past misconduct on or off campus, a university may do so, providing such denial is consistent with state and federal law. University boards of trustees shall establish guidelines regarding evidence required for such action. (8) Individuals whose admissions applications, residency affidavits, or supplemental documents contain false, fraudulent, or incomplete statements may be subject to disciplinary action as outlined in written university policy. Such disciplinary action may include denial of admission, suspension of registration, invalidation of college credit, invalidation of degree, dismissal from the university, or other disciplinary action.

In some cases, e.g., false information on a financial aid application, such behavior may lead to legal consequences. (9) Prior to registration, each student accepted for admission must submit on a signed medical history form, including documentation of appropriate immunization as required by each university. Some students may be required to undergo diagnostic procedures prior to registration. Exceptions may be granted pursuant to university policies. Each university may reserve the right to refuse registration to any student whose health record or report of medical examination indicates the existence of a condition which may be harmful to members of the university community. Specific Authority: Sections 7(d), Art. IX, Fla. Const.; History--Formerly 6C-2.41, 11-18-70, Amended and Renumbered 12-17-74, Amended 1-6-76, 7-13-77, 3-21-82, 12-13-83, 8-11-85, Formerly 6C-6.01, Amended 8-31-86, 4-9-87, 1-7-91, 9-15-91, 11-27-95, 8-12-96, 9-19-00, Amended 9-27-07.

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