Majed Khodr

School of Engineering

• Doing research and developing new innovative model using C++ for analyzing and designing Thermophotovoltaic (TPV) cells. These cells are based on lead salts IV-VI material and can convert stored thermal energy to electrical energy at high efficiency values. TPV conversion is promising approach for variety of energy applications.

• Developed and implemented tutoring programs to address Physics and Math proficiency gaps.
• Assisted students with career exploration and future education planning to help achieve academic and career goals.
• Provided ongoing coaching and training to high school and university teachers in best in class technology educational tools to sue in classes.
• Researched state-of-the-art teaching techniques to present new methods to instructors to help enhance teaching skills.

School of Engineering

• Pursued research to model, design and fabricate IV-VI semiconductor quantum well infra-red tunable laser to be used in breath analysis systems.
• Pursued research in quantum key distribution to design secure quantum cryptograph computer networks.
• Pursued research in using flipped learning in engineering education.
• Taught undergraduate courses, supervised senior projects, and advised students.
• Served university in several committees at department, school and university levels. Also, served as member in local IEEE technical and organizing conferences events. Working with Electronics and communications Engineering ABET accreditation committee and supported university SACSCOC accreditation process.
• Chaired & administrated Department of Electrical, Electronics and Communication Department which has two majors (Electronics and Communications Engineering and Electrical Engineering). Main efforts were to improve and develop new courses and laboratories, administer and hire faculty, semesters scheduling, study plans, student advising, budget estimates, industrial relationship, etc.
• Developed Electrical Engineering Program Curriculum and worked on initial approval of EE program by UAE CAA (commission for Academic Accreditation) and final approval for ECE program. Worked very closely with Institutional Effectiveness Office (IEO).
• Co-PI in a research project ($172,000) titled “Towards an E-Health Microsystem: A Polarization-based camera for Bio-medical and E-health Applications”, submitted to Information & Communications Technology (ICT) UAE government fund, approved Sep. 2015.

School of Engineering

• Performed research in Nanotechnology material, properties and applications in breath analysis systems.
• Taught more than 20 undergraduate/graduate courses, supervised senior projects, and served university through various committees
• Made contributions in curricular development and innovation in teaching strategies.
• Used different learning modes and types of technology to engage students in achieving learning outcomes.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.

College of Engineering

• Administrated College of Engineering which has 6 majors (Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Computer & Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Graphic Design, and Interior Architecture)
• Improved its existing academic programs, developed new curriculums, monitored quality of education, faculty evaluations, and course assessments, developed laboratories, budgeting, advising students, establishing connection with regional industry, recruiting new faculty, teaching several courses and participating in University Council meetings and decision making.
• Brought funds through recruiting students from local industry for training and diploma studies; managed to bring around $250,000 for two year.

Faculty of Engineering & Information Technology

• Established and developed Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology
• Developed 5 academic programs, setting quality policies and rubrics, recruited faculty, developed laboratory, etc.
• Lead IT program to receive ABET accreditation
• Involved with government accreditation process,
• Established and maintained inclusive, collegial and collaborative culture within classroom.
• Kept abreast of advances in pedagogy and work to continuously improve teaching methods and introduce new approaches to instruction.
• Researched and selected course texts and supplemental learning materials.
• Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.

Faculty of Applied Sciences

• Assisted president and vice president on several issues related to faculty budget and programs accreditation.
• Contributed to establishing quality assurance & self-evaluation department for improving and monitoring quality of education throughout university.
• Worked on obtaining ABET “Substantial Equivalency” for Computer Science and Computer Engineering Department programs.
• Participated as university delegated member to work with Lebanese Ministry of Education Quality Assurance Committee to achieve and develop Quality Assurance guidelines and policies for Lebanese universities to follow.
• Established Exchange Agreement between University of Oklahoma-Norman and AUT. Program includes exchange students, visiting faculty, mutual research activities, and common teaching topics.
• Chaired and developed Computer and Communication Engineering undergraduate and graduate programs. Part of my responsibilities included development of departments' acceptance policies and regulations, graduation requirements, course descriptions, sequencing, prerequisites, books, simulation tools, online support material, interdepartmental courses, and laboratories etc.
• Developed new MS program in Telecommunication with two tracks: Networking track or Information Technology track. Part of my responsibilities included identifying research activities, establishing professional communications with telecom industry and companies in Lebanon and region in addition to setting acceptance policies and regulations, graduation requirements, course descriptions, sequencing, books, etc.
• Taught several undergraduate and graduate courses and served university through various committees. Supervised and managed academic activities of faculty members and recruiting new ones. Advised students and monitor their academic progress. Also, supervise graduates in their Ms. Thesis in Computer and Communication Engineering and undergraduates in their senior projects.

• Identified failure issues, analyzed product reliability and provided solutions to problems.
• Developed visual failure analysis tool that Motorola adapted in house and in field
• Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with other design and testing teams.
• Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
• Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

• Identified several issues related to field failures, analyzed information and provided solutions to Halliburton drilling tools in particular electronic design problems.
• Demonstrated high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environment.
• Acted as team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
• Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.

• Taught several graduate and undergraduate engineering courses.
• Supervised and modified electronics and digital laboratory.
• Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
• Revised course objectives, course materials, instructional and assessment strategies for several engineering courses.
• Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum revision, evaluation of course syllabi and lesson plans.
• Collaborated with faculty members on designing quantum well infrared tunable diode lasers.