The Computing Education Center promotes research and learning activities related to computing education, bringing together researchers and practitioners to foster collaborations and develop interventions that encourage adoption of computer technology across campus.
Director
Yu Cai
- Associate Dean, College of Computing
- Professor, Applied Computing
- Affiliated Professor, Computational Science and Engineering
- cai@mtu.edu
- 906-487-1471
- Rekhi Hall 110
Center Members
- Associate Teaching Professor, Applied Computing
- Program Director, BS in Information Technology
- Faculty Advisor: Linux Users Group (LUG), Faculty Co-Advisor: DevOps, Open Source Club, Epsilon Pi Tau - Honors Society (EPT)
- toarney@mtu.edu
- 906-487-1085
- Rekhi Hall 103
Research Interests
- Wireless security
- Virtual computing
- Cybersecurity
Teaching Interests
- Linux administration
- Ethics and technology
- Microsoft administration
- Wireless systems
- Scripting
- Infrastructure services
- Cybersecurity
- Assistant Professor, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
- Assistant Professor, Applied Computing
- bae@mtu.edu
- 906-487-1416
- R. L. Smith 1015
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Robotics, Multi-robot systems
- Coordination of Heterogeneous Robot Systems
- Vehicle Routing Problems
- Multi-robot System Control and Optimization
- Autonomous Navigation
- Operational Research for Autonomous Vehicles
- Assistant Professor, Computer Science
- Assistant Professor, Psychology and Human Factors
- bcbettin@mtu.edu
- Rekhi 202
Research Interests
- User experience
- Human factors
- Human-computer Interactions
- Mental models
- Information representation
- Rural digital literacy
- Education, engagement, and retention
- Digital anthropology
- Associate Professor, Computer Science
- Associate Dean of Data Science Initiatives, College of Computing
- Director, Data Science, M.S. and B.S. Programs
- lebrown@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3472
- Rekhi Hall 307
Area of Expertise
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Data Mining and Data Science
- Applications of AI and ML to Energy (microgrids, power systems), Health, and other domains
- Associate Professor, Computer Science
- bchen@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3149
- Rekhi 301
Links of Interest
Areas of Expertise
- Mobile Device Security
- Cloud Computing Security
- Internet of Things Security
- Cyber-Physical Systems Security
- Blockchain
Nagesh Hatti
- Director, The Enterprise Program and Chair, Enterprise Governing Board
- Advisor, ITOxygen
- nhatti@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2633
- M&M 722F
Specialties
- Corporate/Industry Sponsorship
- Program Management
- Professor, Psychology and Human Factors
- Visiting Professor, Department of Secondary and Post-School Education, Rhodes University
- khungwe@mtu.edu
- 906-487-1966
- M&M 306
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Cultural foundations of cognition
- Media theory and criticism
- Lifespan development theory
- STEM education
- Digital Literacy Project @ Rhodes University, Grahamstown, South Africa: with funding from Carnegie Foundation.
- Assistant Professor, Engineering Fundamentals
- Affiliated Assistant Professor, Civil, Environmental, and Geospatial Engineering
- Affiliated Assistant Professor, Psychology and Human Factors
Links of Interest, Publications
Research Interests
- Technology Adoption
- Online Learning
- Service Learning
- First-year Engineering
- Sustainability
- Dave House Dean of Computing
- Professor, Applied Computing
- Affiliated Professor, Biomedical Engineering and Chemistry
- dlivesay@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2316
- Rekhi Hall 221
Research Expertise
- Computational Biophysics
- Bioinformatics
- Protein Dynamics
- Protein Engineering
- Data Science
Academic Interests
- Innovation in Computing and Technology Education
- Broadening Participation in STEM
- Enrollment Management
- Research Administration
- Professor, Computer Science
- Graduate Program Director, Computer Science
- jmayo@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3157
- Rekhi Hall 304
Links of Interest
Area of Expertise
- Distributed Systems
- Operating Systems
- Security
- Computer Science Education
- Associate Professor, Electrical and Computer Engineering
- oliveira@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2494
- EERC 234
Links of Interest
Professional Activities
- IEEE Region#4 Section#27 Chair
- IEEE Student Chapter Advisor
- ABET Evaluator
Areas of Interest
- Vehicular Communications: inter-vehicle (VANETs, V2X) and intra-vehicle (CAN, Automotive Ethernet, LIN, FlexRay, MOST)
- Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
- Communication Networks and Systems
- Wireless Communications
- Network Security
- Signal Processing
- Associate Professor, Computer Science
- Associate Chair, Computer Science
- Undergraduate Program Director, Computer Science
- nilufer@mtu.edu
- 906-487-1641
- Rekhi Hall 309
Links of Interest
Area of Expertise
- Artificial Intelligence
- Automated Planning and Scheduling
- Computer Science Education
- Student Persistence in STEM
- Associate Professor, Engineering Fundamentals
- Affiliated Associate Professor, Psychology and Human Factors
- sticklen@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3057
- Cell: 517-285-8431 voice or text
- Dillman 205C
Links of Interest
Innovation in Education
- Infusion of systems viewpoints to applied engineering sciences
- Growth in enrollment achievement
- Led a strong faculty team to systemically reimagine and implement the Tech First-Year Engineering Program
Research Interests
- Factors enhancing student engagement in their own learning
- Systemic approaches to distance learning that enhance active learning, and
- Applications of Design Thinking as an exemplar of client-centered design with application to Problem/Project-based learning
- Program Development Specialist, Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Affiliated Research Assistant Professor, Psychology and Human Factors
- yinyint@mtu.edu
- 906-487-4323
- Dillman 105C
Links of Interest
Research Interests
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Cognitive Psychology
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Educational Research and Assessment
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Project Evaluation
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Culture Difference
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Quantitative and Qualitative Data Analysis
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Statistical Analysis
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R Programming Language
- Assistant Professor, Computer Science
- Assistant Professor, Psychology and Human Factors
- Coordinator, College of Computing Learning Center
- ureel@mtu.edu
- 906-487-1816
- Rekhi Hall 209
Links of Interest
Area of Expertise
- Computer Science Education
- Artificial Intelligence
- Cognitive Science
- Programming Languages
- Software Engineering
- Human Factors
- Associate Professor of Management Information Systems & Analytics, College of Business
- jdwall@mtu.edu
- 906-487-1707
- Academic Office Building G010
Teaching Interests
- Business Process Automation
- AI and Machine Learning for Business
- Systems Analysis and Design
- Programming for Business Analytics
Research Interests
- AI and Machine Learning for Finance/Accounting
- Simplification of AI Workflows
- Information Security Behavior
- Power and Control
"The first principle is that you must not fool yourself — and you are the easiest person to fool."
—Richard Feynman
—Richard Feynman
- Professor, Computer Science
- Affiliated Professor, Psychology and Human Factors
- wallace@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3431
- Rekhi Hall 205
Links of Interest
Areas of Expertise
- software usability & accessibility
- gerontechnology
- smart & connected communities
- communication in software development
- agile development methods
- applied formal methods
- computing ethics
- sustainable computing
- computer science & software engineering education
- Professor of Practice, Applied Computing
- PhD Student, Computational Science and Engineering
Teaching Interests
- Cybersecurity
- Penetration testing
- Security and privacy
- Student projects
Research Interests
- Cybersecurity law and policy
- Generative AI and penetration testing
- Quantum cryptography