Courses Taught at Texas A&M University
COSC 689: Data Science for the Built Environment (New course developed)
Semesters Taught: Fall 2022, Fall 2024, Fall 2025
This graduate-level course introduces advanced concepts in data analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence specifically tailored for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. Students learn to process, analyze, and visualize large-scale building and infrastructure datasets using Python. The course emphasizes practical applications, from predicting building energy consumption to analyzing construction safety data, preparing graduate students to lead data-driven research and digital transformation initiatives in the industry.
(Developed with support from the TAMIDS Course Development Grant).
COSC 489: Introduction to Data Science for the Built Environment (Undergraduate Special Topics)
Semesters Taught: Fall 2021
Designed specifically for undergraduate construction science students with zero prior programming background, this course serves as an accessible entry point into the world of coding and data analytics. Students learn foundational Python programming, data manipulation, and visualization techniques using real-world construction datasets. (Developed with support from the TAMU Presidential Transformational Teaching Grant).
COSC 461: Building Information Modeling (BIM) Systems
Semesters Taught: 6 times since Fall 2020
This elective course provides a comprehensive understanding of Building Information Modeling (BIM) throughout the project lifecycle. Students gain hands-on experience with industry-standard software to perform 3D modeling, 4D scheduling, clash detection, and model-based quantity takeoff. The curriculum heavily emphasizes BIM execution planning and the critical importance of data interoperability across different software platforms in the AEC industry.
COSC 175: Construction Graphics
Semesters Taught: 4 semesters (Served as Course Coordinator in Fall 2022 and Fall 2024)
This core undergraduate course introduces students to the principles of construction graphics and technical drawing. Students develop the spatial visualization skills required to interpret, analyze, and produce the construction documents and blueprints that serve as the blueprint for the built environment.