Muhammad Sohail-Ahmed

mahmed6@emich.edu
Hello, I am Muhammad Sohail Ahmed (Course developer). I have just joined Eastern Michigan University in the Fall of 2008. Before joining Eastern I worked for Wayne State University. I did my Ph.D from Wayne in the area of Industrial Engineering. I also hold BE (Mechanical), MS (Mechanical) and MS (Manufacturing) degrees. I have several years of teaching experience and have taught courses in Engineering Management, Business Information System and Mechanical, Manufacturing, and Industrial Engineering. My research interest is in the fields of Business Process Management, Decision Support Systems, PLM, ERP, Product Development, Process Improvement, Online Learning, and Engineering Education. I am firm believer that research and technology should always work to create a better life on earth. While I was a Junior in my BE (Mechanical Engineering) degree I lost my elder brother in a car crash, for his remembrance I worked for five years at Ford Motor Company in the CAE Methodology Department for the development of new Crash analysis software for automotive vehicles. On a personal note, I like to play cricket and love to produce short movies and documentaries.

Muhammad-Ahmed

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Sohail-Ahmed

msohailahmed@yahoo.com

NAHEED-AKHTER

nakhter@emich.edu

Bryan-Booker

bbooker1@emich.edu
Dr. Booker earned his bachelor degree in Industrial Engineering from Iowa State University, his master degree in Engineering Management from Western Michigan University (WMU), and his doctorate degree in Industrial Engineering from WMU. He spent four years with Goodyear Atomic working as an industrial engineer in the recycling and assembly division of a uranium enrichment facility. He invested 20 years with Haworth Inc. serving a variety of engineering and management roles. While completing is doctorate requirements he worked as a Senior Management Consultant for Resource Dynamics International. His first year of full-time teaching (2010-2011) was at the University of Minnesota-Duluth where he served as Assistant Professor in the Mechanical and Industrial Engineering department. Dr. Booker’s dissertation was titled: “Development of a Task Assignment Tool to Customize Job Descriptions and Close Person-Job Fit Gaps.” His research is focused on knowledge worker job and organization design.

M-E

mj.esmaeili@gmail.com
Hello Fellows, My name is Mohammad Esmaeili. I am currently a PHD student in College of Technology at Eastern Michigan University. I got my master in Management of Information System at EMU and Bachelor in Electrical Engineering from University of Jonub Tehran. I have been working as a Teaching Assistant, Lab Assistant and Substitute Teacher for College of Technology in Electrical Engineering department for three years. Moreover, I worked several years as an Engineer in Electrical Engineering industry as a PLC Engineer and designer.

Mohammed-Felimban

mfelimba@emich.edu
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Ernest-Luttrell

ernest_l_luttrell@ameritech.net
My name is Ernest Luttrell and I have more than thirty-five years of experience in the automotive industry. During my career, I worked in assembly plants and corporate offices. I have worked in the functional areas of manufacturing, engineering, quality, and information technology. I have been an adjunct instructor at numerous colleges and universities in southeast Michigan since 1992. I have taught undergraduate and graduate courses in engineering, management, and quality. I currently have four master degrees (MBA-Management, MS Industrial Technology – Quality, MS Manufacturing Engineering, and MS Information Systems) and am enrolled in the PhD in Technology program at EMU. Courses Taught: EM 659 - Advanced Lean Systems QUAL 555 - Quality Audits QUAL 553 - Geometric and Surface Texture Tolerancing QUAL 556 - Human Aspects of Continuous Improvement EM 505 - Managing Engineering and Technology EM 509 - Engineering Project Management EM 519 - Applied Engineering Project Management EM 520 - Engineering Value and Economic Analysis EM 540 - Engineering Resource Management EM 556 - Lean Systems Team Management EM 558 - Lean Production EM 580 - Engineering and Enterprise Integration EM 609 - Professional Project Management EM 620 - Integrated Product and Process Design EM 659 - Advanced Lean Systems EM 669 - Professional Lean Certification

Syed Shahzad -Naqvi

snaqvi1@emich.edu
I belong to Pakistan, and have received most of my education from Lahore. I migrated to Canada in 2001, and completed my Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Ryerson University, Toronto. I am a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) and also have a MBA from Lahore University of Management Sciences. I have over 18 years of professional experience in the manufacturing industry. My area of expertise is in operations/materials and project management. Lead cross functional teams in telecommunication projects in a Siemens subsidiary, with responsibility for analyzing and controlling costs, scheduling projects, procurement of materials and equipment, reviewing contracts, and monitoring suppliers. Presently I am working in the materials department of a tier 1 supplier of Ford and GM in Livonia, Michigan. I am a PhD (c ) (Engineering Management) student at EMU and my research interests are in lean systems. Presently I am doing research on the problems and issues related to the human element in 5S lean system implementation. I am married with a wife and two young sons. I have been teaching EM 509 for around 2 years at EMU. In this semester I am teaching EM 520 and co teaching EM 580. I am interested in teaching EM 556, EM 558 and EM 519.

Sergey-Popkov

spopkov@emich.edu
Experience: Industrial: Over 4 years combined or project and program management Over 5 years as projects’ technical lead, Close to 10 years of professional postgraduate experience Educational: Teaching and edited EM620, EM519 [EMU] Assisted in design of EM609 (also led design team under Dr. Tillman direction) [EMU] Assisted in design of EM669 (also was SME-EMU liaison) [EMU] Taught physics and math in high school [Ukraine public schools] Research: The Effects of Different Stimuli on Procrastination – lead author / primary investigator Factors related to the Student Syndrome phenomenon in online courses – co-author Education: Doctoral Candidate in Technology Management - Present MS in Engineering Management - December 2007 BS in Electrical Engineering - August 2000 4 years of college in Physics & Math - 1990-1994 Memberships: Project Management Institute Society of Manufacturing Engineers Hobbies: Reading (keep a library of over 500 printed titles, and more in soft & on-line format) Martial arts (black belt and over 10 years of combined experience) Nearly any sport I can do with my kids: from soccer and bicycling to swimming and rock climbing.

Linda-Puzey

linda_s_puzey@ameritech.net
Hello, my name is Linda Puzey. I am currently a PhD student in Technology at EMU, and am teaching EM580 (Engineering and Enterprise Integration). My primary area of research interest is in the area of product design / manufacturing integration, and the tools to accomplish this task. I have 29.5 years with GM, where I am currently part of the Information Technology (IT) Purchasing organization. I have worked in many different areas of the business, including design and global deployment of parts, tools, processes, and IT systems. I have earned a BS in Chemical Engineering (University of Missouri – Columbia, 1981), an MBA (Oakland University, 1991), and a MS in Information Systems (Lawrence Technological University, 2009). Courses I Have Taught: EM 580 - Engineering and Enterprise Integration (currently) Courses I Would Like to Teach: EM 505 - Managing Engineering and Technology EM 509 - Engineering Project Management EM 540 - Engineering Resource Management EM 620 - Integrated Product and Process Design EM 547 - Management of Research, Development and Technology EM 511 - Manufacturing Engineering Fundamentals EM 649 - Manufacturing Process Planning EM 670 - Design for Manufacture and Assembly EM 519 - Applied Engineering Project Management EM 609 - Professional Project Management IA 542 - Information System Security for Managers TM 510 - Principles of Managing Technological Enterprises TM 615 - Planning and Implementing Technological Change TM 555 - Technology and Organization TM 565 - Technology and Training

Aaron-Stachewicz

astachew@emich.edu
Hi my name is Aaron Stachewicz. I am a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and a Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE). My B.S. is in Industrial Technology with an emphasis in Plastics and my M.S. is in Industrial Management with an emphasis in Strategic and Program Management. Both degrees are from Northern Illinois University. I have over 10 years of professional experience which has been primarily in automotive. Within the product development process I have worked with a variety of manufacturing processes such as; injection molding, insert molding, metal stamping and forming, roll forming, welding, stud welding, autophoretic coating, assembly work, self-piercing rivet systems, high pressure forming, thermoforming and screen printing. The products range from paper shredders, plastic office products, recliner mechanisms for automobile seats, interior trim fasteners to decorative class A surfaces such as speedometer and tachometer clusters, shift PRNDL s and overhead consoles. I have been here at Eastern Michigan University since 2007 as a PhD student and Adjunct Lecturer. I have taught a variety of classes at NIU and EMU; EM509 Engineering Project Management, EM519 Applied Engineering Project Management, EM609 Professional Project Management, EM547 Management of Research, Development and Technology, EM620 Integrated Product and Process Design.

Daniela-Todorova

dtodorov@emich.edu

Richard H.-Townsend

towmidwest@gmail.com
Richard H. Townsend has over twenty-five years of experience administering and improving manufacturing environments, service and education organizations and not-for-profit entities. He is an adjunct professor in Eastern Michigan University' s Masters in Engineering Management and Masters in Quality Management programs. Mr. Townsend has significant, practical, hands-on P&L experience: • Evaluating and managing manufacturing and engineering operations • Process improvement to significantly increase utilization, output, on time delivery, quality and decrease inventory requirements • Implementing Lean/Six Sigma He uses and teaches the following: EM 505, Engineering Management EM 547, Management of Research Development Technology Qual 557, Measuring Customer Satisfaction Developing Training Courses for specific client requirements, including: Lean and Six Sigma process and tools Engineering and quality systems tools Data analysis, including: SPC and Design of Experiments (DOE) Root cause analysis and implementing appropriate countermeasures Credentials: MBA, University of Michigan, Magna Cum Laude BS, Economics, Georgetown University Six Sigma Master Black Belt, Adjunct Faculty, Eastern Michigan University Senior Member, ASQ, AME, SME Work History: U. S. Navy, Supply Chain Management Johnson Controls, Director of Strategic Planning, Automotive Private practice consulting & training EMU Adjunct Professor of Engineering Management and Quality

Gary-Vrsek

gvrsek@emich.edu
Mr. Gary Vrsek, is an EMU graduate and has been an Adjunct Professor since 1995. Currently, an industry consultant, he has 38 years of engineering experience in the design, research, manufacturing and high-volume production of vehicle powertrains. His prime field of expertise is engine design and manufacturing, which includes experience with gasoline and diesel engines for automotive, industrial, marine, aircraft, high performance, and military applications. During a 33 year career at Ford Motor Company, Mr. Vrsek spent 13 years as an engineering manager, leading major product programs, CAD/CAM/CAE efforts, and launching important new engine technologies into production. Mr. Vrsek is a Certified Manufacturing Engineer, a Six Sigma Project Champion and Green Belt. His eight patents span critical engine technologies such as novel cylinder head construction, variable valvetrains, and variable compression ratio devices; one of which earned Machine Design Magazine’s Concurrent Engineering Award and two others, the prestigious R&D 100 award.

Kevin J. -Wright

kwright4@emich.edu
Kevin J. Wright has been an adjunct lecturer in Eastern Michigan University’s Engineering Management graduate program since 2007, initially teaching Design for Manufacturing and Assembly, then also Managing Engineering and Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Lean Production, and Lean Systems Team Management. A graduate of the EM program, Kevin brings over thirty years industrial experience as a electro-mechanical designer, manufacturing engineer, and, most recently, six sigma black belt and lean implementer to the classroom. He and his wife reside near campus, and are almost at the mid-point in their quest to raise three children.

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