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Education

SUMMARY
I have over fourteen years of management and technical course instruction.  I have instructed in traditional classroom, online, and hybrid environments.  In addition, I have served in instructional administration.

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​EXPERIENCE:

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2010 - 2022  Central Baptist College  Conway, Arkansas - Adjunct Instructor

    • Facilitated classroom and/or online instruction provided for each course.  Model and support the values of the school in and out of the                          classroom. 

  •  MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS: An introduction to the development, implementation, and management of information systems throughout the organization. Examines the integration of information systems as a tool in business operations and decision-making.

  • PRODUCTION AND OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT: A study of the management of production and operations function of the organization.  Includes study of quality management, facilities planning and management, forecasting, resource planning, scheduling, and inventory planning and control.

  • PROJECT MANAGEMENT: A project driven course designed to identify comprehensive understanding of the skills required of project managers.  This includes software presentation, instruction in monitoring and controlling projects and teams, managing risks, procurement planning techniques, and an introduction to using project management software.

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2013 - 2022  Cornerstone University  Battle Creek, Michigan

  • Serving as a Subject Matter Expert in the area of project management.  Authored Cost, Quality and Team Management course, for MBA-Project Management degree.  Course text evaluation and selection.

    • FUNDAMENTALS OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Exploration of the framework and fundamental methodologies of project management. Topics include: foundational concepts around requirements gathering, scope management, change control, and time
      management, as well as an introduction to common tools and techniques and the process required to become
      a certified Project Manager.

    • GLOBAL BUSINESS PERSPECTIVES: An in-depth study of globalization and various global business practices. Emphasis is given to a review of global organizations and global business models in various parts of the world. Topics explored include
      organizational culture, global strategy, cultural intelligence and emerging markets.

    • PROJECT MANAGEMENT (COST, QUALITY, AND TEAM MANAGEMENT): Exploration of a variety of project management principles necessary to manage the resources of a project.  Specific topics include project budgeting, cost estimation and control, quality assurance and control, acquiring, developing, and managing a project team, conflict management, and negotiation skills.

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2008 - 2019  University of Arkansas at Little Rock  Little Rock, Arkansas - Adjunct Instructor

  • Facilitated classroom instruction provided for each course.  Created a professional learning environment.           

    •  AUTOCAD: A study of 2D and 3D computer aided design software used in industry. Detailed and working drawings, and design documentation using CAD. Importing and exporting CAD data is covered as well as various methods of output. Introduction to 3D modeling.

    • ENGINEERING GRAPHICS: Study of the types of engineering drawings used in design. Sketching, drafting standards, and using computer-aided design software to create the various types of views needed in design and documentation.

    • PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Study of project planning and scheduling using the network methods as presented by PERT and CPM. Network planning, solution methods, and practical applications. Probabilistic time estimates, resource leveling, cost optimization, and cost control techniques. Includes application of computer solution methods.

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​2003 - 2012  ITT Technical Institute  Little Rock, Arkansas - Department Chair (Computer Drafting & Design)

  • Managed programs and instructional staff within the school of study at a campus. 

  • Ensured proper instruction and delivery of curricula, and ensured that the learning environment meets the curricula requirements.

  • Communicated performance expectations to instructional staff, monitored performance (including conducting classroom observations), analyzed key performance indicators, provided coaching and feedback, evaluated performance and recommends corrective actions.  Facilitated faculty concern resolution.

  • Made recommendations to the Dean regarding the selection, retention, and assignment/ scheduling of faculty.

  • Assisted the Dean in determining classroom equipment and instructional staffing needs.

  • Conducted regular faculty meetings to discuss policies and procedures.  Monitored faculty to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

  • Conducted regular curriculum meetings to inform faculty about new and revised curriculum, courseware, and teaching materials; solicits feedback regarding curriculum. 

  • Provided feedback regarding curricula to appropriate curriculum committee.  Served as curriculum content contributor and reviewer.  Participated in advisory committee and advisory board meetings.

  • Monitored student grades and attendance to ensure accuracy and compliance with policies and procedures.

  • Completed professional development activities to maintain subject matter expertise in accordance with standards and/or as assigned

    • Instructed courses:
       o Technical Graphics:

  • ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING: An introduction to the theory and practice of architectural planning and design.  Fundamental design methods and practices for the creation of architectural drawings are presented, with emphasis on the content of the drawings and the production skills.  Topics include the development of floor plans, elevations and perspective projection principles of a single-level building project incorporating material specifications, legal and building code requirements. (Course delivery: On Site) 

  • DIGITAL INFORMATION MANAGEMENT: This course introduces students to current technology in sending and

  • receiving graphical data in digital form.  Topics include file types, file conversions, file transfer, Web collaboration, and the interaction with different graphics-based information systems. (Course delivery: On Site)

  • ENGINEERING GRAPHICS: An introduction to the creation of pictorial, auxiliaries, sections and orthographic working drawings incorporating developments, geometric dimensioning and tolerances as they relate to mechanical topics. The fundamentals of weldments, threads, fasteners, springs, mechanisms and symbol libraries are introduced in this course.  Layout, design and drafting of mechanisms and machines using shafts, gears, fasteners, bushings, bearings and couplings. Students will be introduced to the techniques necessary to complete solid models of appropriate assembly drawings. (Course delivery: On Site)

  • INTRODUCTION TO DESIGN AND DRAFTING: An introduction to graphic communication and its practices including an introduction to the design process with an understanding of manual drafting and computer-aided drafting (CAD) techniques. The theory of geometric construction, sketching, detail drawing, various projections, sections, auxiliary views, dimensioning, lettering, dimension tolerances and basic CAD procedures are presented in relation to the discipline of drafting and design. The course, being a theoretical foundation for the discipline of drafting and its application to various areas of design, has been developed to better acquaint students with concepts, processes and skills required by professionals in the field. (Course delivery: On Site)

  • MATERIALS AND PROCESSES: A survey of various materials, their applications and production processes as found in the manufacturing and construction industries. Students will be introduced to various construction and manufacturing materials, machine tools and tooling used in a variety of processes. Emphasis is placed on terminology and function. (Course delivery: On Site)

  • RAPID VISUALIZATION: An introduction to the techniques of freehand drawing and its application to technical sketching and design visualization. Exercises include drawing of two- and three-dimensional shapes and objects, spatial thinking and eye-hand coordination in relation to the practice of drafting and design. (Course delivery: On Site)

  • SUSTAINABLE DESIGN: An examination of a variety of issues surrounding the subject of sustainability. Students will explore the history of sustainability and current trends as they apply to design. Topics will include materials, manufacturing techniques, new technologies, renewable resources, and product life cycle analysis. (Course delivery: On Site)

  • THEORY OF DESIGN: A study of the principles and elements of basic design which leads to the successful execution of form. Students demonstrate the uses of design as a creative and practical problem-solving and analytical tool. (Course delivery: On Site)

 

o Project Management:

  • CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS: An introduction of computer applications in construction. Topics include project costs control, field data collection and processing, estimating, scheduling and productivity analysis. (Course delivery: On Site)

  • CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULING: An introduction to the planning and scheduling of construction projects. Topics include time schedules for materials, labor and equipment and use of communication tools in project planning. (Course delivery: On Site)

  • E-COMMERCE: Development of a complex business application Web site from start to completion in an area jointly agreed upon by the student and the faculty members. Issues of e-commerce will be discussed. The faculty member acts more as a facilitator and project manager for this final assignment. Design principles and interactive communication techniques are used to create an aesthetic and communicative Website. (Course delivery: On Site)

  • INTRODUCTION TO PROJECT MANAGEMENT: An introduction to the discipline of project management. Topics include an overview of its evolution, its various processes and principles, tools and techniques and project life cycle. Students will also be introduced to a project management software. (Course delivery: On Site)

  • PROJECT BUDGET AND COST CONTROL: Theory and techniques related to project cost management including the processes of cost estimating, budgeting resources, monitoring and controlling. Students will apply techniques provided in Project Management Techniques to facilitate scheduling, estimate tracking and control a project to meet the schedule and budget requirements. (Course delivery: On Site)

  • PROJECT PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACT MANAGEMENT: An examination of project contracts and procurement processes and explores the stages of contracting and procurement in the project environment. The course will include skills and techniques designed to develop a procurement plan, contract statement of work, contract evaluation criteria, request for proposals, project management plans. The course also includes the processes of contract administration and closure. (Course delivery: On Site)

  • PROJECT QUALITY MANAGEMENT: This course explores project quality management and how it relates to both the processes and people of the project. The students will examine basic quality concepts and explore the sub-processes of quality management including quality planning, quality assurance and quality control. (Course delivery: On Site)

 

o Visual Communications:

  • INTRODUCTION TO DESIGN: The fundamental principles of design and color through creative problem solving exercises are covered in this course. Elements of two dimensional form, Gestalt principles, the working relationship between perceptual design principles and communication concepts in the graphic design context will be examined. (Course delivery: On Site)

  • SUSTAINABLE DESIGN: An introduction of strategies of sustainable practices for the graphic designer. Topics include green materials and processes, paper reduction strategies, pollution prevention and end of product life. (Course delivery: On Site)

  • VIDEO PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES: An examination of technical skills and creative principles required for video field and post production. Topics include video recording technology, composition, lighting, continuity, sound and editing. Practice in planning, shooting and editing video is provided through hands-on exercises, projects and assignments.(Course delivery: On Site)

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