Teaching
Teaching Philosophy
In September 2015, I began teaching STEM courses at Fluminense Federal Institute, a public higher education institution in the interior of the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Since then, I have had the privilege of sharing my expertise with hundreds of undergraduate students, while also learning a great deal from them.
My teaching philosophy is built on three core principles:
First, teaching is a reciprocal process of sharing knowledge and experiences. It is essential not only to have a deep understanding of the subject, but also to recognize and adapt to the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of the students.
Second, I view education as a powerful tool to narrow the difference between the society we aspire to and the one we currently live in. Therefore, I am committed to minimizing the gap between classroom concepts and real-world challenges.
Third, I prioritize the solution domain over the problem domain. This approach equips students with the tools and strategies they need to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, enabling them to tackle complex issues with confidence and creativity.
AI Micro-credential Student Feedback (FIU - Fall 2022)
List of Courses
Florida International University
Fall 2023
Micro-credential: Artificial Intelligence: How it Works and Its Impact
Summer 2023
Spring 2023
Micro-credential: Artificial Intelligence: How it Works and Its Impact
Introducing FIU's AI Micro-credential - 2023
Closing Remarks: FIU's AI Micro-credential - 2023
Fall 2022
Micro-credential: Artificial Intelligence: How it Works and Its Impact
CAP4630 Artificial Intelligence (Teaching Assistant)
Programming Assignment for FIU CAP4630 Artificial Intelligence: AI Checkers using Minimax Algorithm
Summer 2022
Spring 2022
CDA4625 Intro to Mobile Robotics (Teaching Assistant)
Summer 2021
CDA4625 Intro to Mobile Robotics: Drone Programming Tutorial
Fluminense Federal Institute
Spring 2021
Intro to Electronics
Intro to Telematics
Seminars in Telecommunications & Information Systems
Fall 2020
Intro to Electronics
Scientific Methodology and Analysis
Intro to Telematics
Computer Networks
Spring & Summer 2020
Linear Algebra
Intro to Electronics
Intro to Telematics
Seminars in Telecommunications & Information Systems
Fall 2019
Linear Algebra
Scientific Methodology and Analysis
Computer Networks
Quality Management
Spring & Summer 2019
Intro to Systems Theory
Scientific Methodology and Analysis
Occupational Health & Safety
Fall 2018
Visiting Researcher at the German Aerospace Center (Robotics & Mechatronics Dept)
Spring & Summer 2018
Occupational Health & Safety
Fall 2017
Intro to Electronics
Computer Networks
Quality Management
Scientific Methodology and Analysis
Occupational Health & Safety
Intro to Industrial Automation
Spring & Summer 2017
Intro to Electronics
Computer Networks
Occupational Health & Safety
Intro to Industrial Automation
Fall 2016
Control and Automation Lab
Computer Networks
Intro to Industrial Automation
Spring & Summer 2016
Computer Networks
Intro to Industrial Automation
Fall 2015
Intro to Industrial Automation
Student Supervision/Mentoring
Fluminense Federal Institute
Lucas Aride Moulin, "Development of an online tool for creating study habits", 2021 (Bachelor's Degree Supervisor)
Adriano Barbosa Pimentel, "Design and analysis of control techniques applied to a quadcopter", 2020 (Bachelor's Degree Supervisor)
Thiago Nunes Pessanha, "Design of a stability augmentation controller for the lateral dynamics of an F-15", 2019 (Bachelor's Degree Committee Member)
Thiago Cabral de Souza, "Implementation of an adaptive threshold for fault detection - a case study", 2018 (Bachelor's Degree Co-Supervisor)
Stephany Issa, "Traction platform proposal for application in mobile robotics", 2018 (Bachelor's Degree Committee Member)
Marcel Mendes, "Calculation of an optimal gain matrix of an inverted pendulum using LQR approach", 2017 (Bachelor's Degree Committee Member)
Yago Pessanha Correa, "Application of nulla puncta theory in a deadbeat control system", 2017 (Bachelor's Degree Committee Member)
Juliana Ferreira, "Design and simulation of state variables derivative filter: a case study", 2016 (Bachelor's Degree Committee Member)
Diego Gomes, "Simulation and attitude control of a satellite using a steady-state Kalman filter", 2016 (Bachelor's Degree Committee Member)
Gabriel Solino Areas, "Application of automatic code generation in dynamic system models", 2016 (Bachelor's Degree Committee Member)
Elton Alvarenga, Yhasmani Cabral, "Design and Implementation of an Automated Irrigation System", 2015 (Bachelor's Degree Committee Member)
Alexandre de Oliveira Mieli, "Analysis of gas detection systems on oil platforms through technical literature review", 2015 (Bachelor's Degree Supervisor)