Projects

Detail Coastal Search and Rescue UAV Design (2024).

This project involved the detailed design, analysis, and manufacturing of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) specifically engineered for coastal search and rescue (SAR) operations. The UAV was designed to meet stringent performance objectives, including autonomous launch and recovery from a compact 4 ft x 4 ft platform, rapid travel of 20 miles in under 15 minutes, and the ability to conduct search operations for at least 30 minutes. Additionally, the UAV was capable of deploying a 4-lb self-powered life raft to aid victims in distress.

The project emphasized real-world engineering practices, including constraint analysis, mission analysis, aircraft sizing, structural testing, aerodynamic modeling, and flight performance evaluation. It also integrated teamwork, technical communication, and professional collaboration to mimic industry-standard design phases and review cycles.

Key milestones included completing detailed structural analyses, conducting critical design reviews, building flight test articles, and performing design verification tests through structural loads and flight testing.

This collaborative effort was executed by an 8-member team with specialized roles:

1. Project Manager: Anthony Nguyen 

2. Manufacturing Lead: Mario Reveles 

3. Chief Engineer: Keenan Millikan 

4. Structures Lead: Kodjo Adjignon 

5. Aerodynamics Lead: Lukus Debevec 

6. Mission Team Lead: Austin Morgan 

7. Flight Electronics Team Lead: Jodi-Ann Spence 

8. Manufacturing Team Member: Devan Herrick 

The Coastal SAR UAV project exemplifies the application of advanced aerospace engineering principles to solve real-world challenges while fostering teamwork, innovation, and professional development.

Prelim Coastal SAR Aircraft – Project MARLIN (2024). 

Project MARLIN focuses on developing cost-effective, rapid-response unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for coastal search and rescue operations. These UAVs are designed to autonomously launch and recover from compact platforms (4 ft x 4 ft), travel 20 miles in under 15 minutes, and conduct victim searches for at least 30 minutes. With a maximum takeoff weight of 25 lbs and a 6-foot wingspan, they can deploy life-saving payloads, such as a 4-lb self-powered life raft, ensuring efficient rescue support along extensive coastlines. The project emphasizes real-world engineering practices, teamwork, and technical communication skills.

Team of 8 consists of:

1. Project Manager: Devan Herrick

2. Systems Engineer & Propulsion Team Member: Keenan Millikan

3. Missions Team Lead: Austin Morgan

4. Propulsion Team Lead & Aerodynamics Team Member: Anthony Nguyen

5. Structures Team Lead: Kodjo Adjignon

6. Structures Team Member: Mario Reveles

7. Aerodynamics Team Lead: Lukus Debevec

8. Aerodynamics Team Member & Propulsion Team Member: Jodi-Ann Spence

Stability Sensitivity Analysis of Cessna 172 Using XFLR5 (2024).

This project, conducted as part of AE 413 - Aircraft Stability and Control, focuses on analyzing and enhancing the stability characteristics of the Cessna 172 through modifications to the vertical position (z-axis) of its main wing. Using XFLR5, we evaluated five configurations, including the original high-wing design, to assess their impact on static and dynamic stability, as well as lift and drag performance. The findings provide insights into optimal wing placement for improved aerodynamic performance and stability, making this study a valuable contribution to aircraft design optimization.

Team of 3 consists of:

1. Jodi-Ann Spence

2. Danielle McCormick 

3. Scott Bowden

Supply Chain Risk Analysis: Contamination in Bulk Agri-Commodity Logistics Chain (2024).

Collaborated on a consulting-style case analysis examining a contamination-related disruption in the Western Australia–Japan grain supply chain. Analyzed root causes, operational impacts, and breakdowns in stakeholder relationships, and developed strategic recommendations to improve quality assurance, traceability, supply chain resilience, and procurement strategies.

Team Members: 

1. Jodi-Ann Spence

2. Jeffory Lewis

Financial Accounting Project (2024).

Applied advanced accounting principles and Microsoft Excel to fulfill 12 key project requirements. Streamlined financial processes and ensured accurate application of accounting concepts, delivering precise and actionable results for the business.

Flight Testing and Stability Analysis of the British Aerospace Jetstream 31 (2024).

This project involved comprehensive flight testing and stability analysis of the British Aerospace Jetstream 31, a twin turboprop commuter airliner operated by Cranfield University's National Flying Laboratory Centre. The study focused on evaluating longitudinal static stability, longitudinal maneuver stability, and lateral-directional stability across various configurations and center-of-gravity (CG) positions. Key objectives included determining neutral points, safe CG limits, stick forces, and control deflections under different flight conditions. The findings presented in a formal flight test report contribute to understanding the aircraft's handling characteristics and compliance with airworthiness standards.

Team of 3 consists of:

1. Jodi-Ann Spence

2. Danielle McCormick

3. Scott Bowden

An experimental aerodynamics capstone Do-It-Yourself (DIY) lab-type lab with wind tunnel (2023).

This project involved a capstone Do-It-Yourself (DIY) lab, executed in teams of five. Each group proposed an experiment, which was conducted following approval, with meticulous documentation of progress throughout. The final deliverable was a comprehensive lab report, accompanied by confidential peer assessments. The primary objective of the DIY lab was for each team to design and execute their own wind tunnel experiment (ERAU). 

For this project, the team selected an aerodynamic study of the Falcon 9 rocket, focusing on the effects of its grid fins in both deployed and retracted configurations. The experiment aimed to analyze drag forces at wind speeds of 10 and 20 meters per second, as well as evaluate the pitching moment, both critical factors in rocket flight dynamics. Using methodologies derived from prior experimental aerodynamics coursework, the team calculated key parameters such as drag force, drag coefficient, and Reynolds number.

The test model was a 3D-printed replica of the Falcon 9 rocket, sourced online and printed with an infill ratio of at least 20%. To ensure safety and reliability, the model underwent static pressure testing and met the required factor of safety of two (ERAU).

The goal of the experiment was to determine how grid fins influence the Falcon 9’s descent by comparing drag forces with fins fully deployed (90° from the rocket body) versus retracted (flush against the body). Two separate models, one with deployed fins and one with retracted fins, were tested at both wind speeds. The resulting drag forces and coefficients were then analyzed and compared to assess the aerodynamic impact of grid fin deployment.

Team Members were: 

1. Justin Astacio

2. Lihuen Alexis de Oliveira Lima Muñoz 

3. Haidee Correa 

4. Landon Mcguire 

5. Jodi-Ann Spence

Live Vehicle Telemetry GPS Mapping (2023).

Developed a GPS-based telemetry system to capture real-time data, including acceleration, speed, position, and time, during vehicle movement. Designed an interactive online map that visualized travel paths over specific timeframes, enabling clients to analyze routes and performance metrics effectively.

Focus Areas: GPS tracking, real-time data logging, online mapping, telemetry system, and vehicle analytics.

Team Members were: 

1. Jamaal Smikle

2. Jodi-Ann Spence

Organizational Change & Technology Innovation: Adidas Case Study | Voice-Over Presentation (2023).

Conducted a comprehensive analysis of organizational change and technology innovation using Adidas as a case study. This project was developed as part of MGMT 201 and presented through a narrated PowerPoint (voice-over presentation).

The analysis included:

1. Overview of Adidas’ organizational history and recent transformation.

2. Classification of the change (adaptive, innovative, or radically innovative).

3. Evaluation of whether the change was proactive or reactive.

4. Assessment of the impact on business performance and operations.

5. Strategic recommendations for improvement.

Incorporated scholarly research to support findings and applied key management and organizational behavior concepts.

Skills:

1. Organizational Change.

2. Strategic Analysis.

3. Business Analysis.

4. Technology Innovation.

5. Research & Analysis.

6. Presentation Skills. 

Principles of Management Proposal Project (2023).

Developed and delivered a research-based business proposal presentation, including a narrated PowerPoint, to recommend a new product/service for an established organization. Applied core management functions: planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling to design an implementation strategy. Conducted analysis using 6+ scholarly sources and created a structured project management framework to support feasibility, execution, and expected outcomes.

Focus Areas: Proposal Development | Business Analysis | Project Management | Strategic Planning | Presentation & Communication

Principles of Management Project: Perception, Communication, and Managerial Decision-Making Analysis (2023)

1. Developed and delivered a 3‑minute voice‑over presentation analyzing how perception, communication, and assumptions influence managerial effectiveness and workplace dynamics.

2. Completed perception and personality assessments, including the “Can You Pass the Perception Test?” (Playbuzz) and Dr. Phil’s Personality Test (PsychCentral), to examine how individual perspectives shape decision-making and behavior.

3. Drew on Playbuzz perception test results to demonstrate strong visual analysis skills and attention to detail, connecting these strengths to managerial decision-making and error prevention.

4. Analyzed how differing perceptions contribute to workplace conflict, miscommunication, and biased decisions, using both research and personal experience.

5. Evaluated a real workplace incident to highlight the consequences of perception-driven misunderstandings and inappropriate managerial responses.

6. Proposed practical strategies for managers, including transparent communication, two-way feedback channels, and context-appropriate communication etiquette (e.g., channel and formality selection).

7. Strengthened professional presentation skills through a recorded, structured voice‑over slide presentation.

8. Incorporated insights from Dr. Phil’s personality framework (PsychCentral) to connect personality traits with managerial style and ethical decision-making.

Skills: 

1. Communication. 

2. Organizational Behavior. 

3. Managerial Decision-Making.

4. Critical Thinking. 

5. Leadership. 

6. Conflict Resolution.

7. Management

Aviators and Aviation in Film: Comparative Essay – Devotion (2022) and The Tuskegee Airmen (1995) (2023)

Developed a thesis‑driven comparative essay analyzing how racism and discrimination shape the experiences of Black military aviators in Devotion (2022) and The Tuskegee Airmen (1995). Applied detailed character, scene, and thematic analysis and integrated course readings to build a cohesive argument that where people are going matters more than where they came from.

Skills: 

1. Academic writing.

2. Written communication.

3. Comparative analysis.

4. Film analysis.

5. Qualitative analysis.

6. Critical thinking.

7. Humanities.

8. Writing.

9. Communication

Aviators and Aviation in Film: Final Essay Film Proposal – Devotion (2022) and The Tuskegee Airmen (1995) (2023)

1. Analyzed the aviation‑themed films Devotion (2022) and The Tuskegee Airmen (1995) to develop a thesis‑driven proposal on how racism and discrimination shape the experiences of Black military aviators.

2. Planned a comparative essay structure using character, scene, and thematic analysis and identified initial reference sources to support the central argument.

Skills: 

1. Critical thinking.

2. Research.

3. Academic writing.

4. Film analysis.

5. Comparative analysis.

6. Analytical reasoning.

7. Written communication.

8. Argumentation or Argument development.

9. Qualitative analysis.

10. Literary analysis.

11. Storytelling.

12. Editing and proofreading.

13. Humanities.

14. Writing.

15. Communication.

Curated Exhibit Project (2023).

This project is a personal endeavor showcasing curatorial and historical analysis skills developed during the Explore and Curate and Micro-History tasks. It involves creating a detailed exhibit for the Museum of Communication Technologies, centered on a cohesive theme. The project includes artifact selection, visitor engagement planning, provenance research, and the preparation of a finding aid and curatorial statement. These elements collectively highlight the collection’s significance and broader narrative, supported by thorough research and thoughtful interpretation.

Link to Project: Curated Exhibit Project^J HUMN 240^J Jodi-Ann Spence-THIS ONE IS TO BE SUBMITTED.pdf - Google Drive  

H-STEM Trailer (2023).

A personal initiative to create a digital media “trailer” showcasing the innovative fusion of STEM and humanities embodied in my H-STEM concept. This short, creative piece highlights the originality and inventiveness of H-STEM, blending interdisciplinary perspectives to inspire critical thinking and creativity. Designed to captivate in under two minutes, the trailer aims to communicate the transformative potential of integrating science, technology, engineering, and mathematics with humanistic values.

Power and Control in Visual Communication: Film (2023).

Collaborated with a team to develop a 5–7 minute educational presentation analyzing the role of film as a visual communication technology in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

The project explored the historical, cultural, and political impact of early cinema, with a focus on Filipino filmmaker José Nepomuceno and the development of national identity through film. Topics included the evolution of film technology, the relationship between film and theater, and the influence of media on language, culture, and public perception.

Key contributions included research, content development, and presentation delivery as part of a coordinated group effort. The final project incorporated visual media, historical analysis, and collaborative video production.

Skills:

1. Research.

2. Visual Communication. 

3. Team Collaboration.

4. Presentation Skills.

5. Media Analysis.

6. Humanities.

7. Communication

Team Members:

1. Kelly Hansen

2. Madison Burrows

3. Jodi-Ann Spence

4. Troy Ares

5. Ellie Meng

Print Cultures Case Study: William Morris and the Kelmscott Press (2023).

Independently developed and delivered a 5–7 minute presentation as part of a group-based humanities assignment focused on print cultures.

The presentation analyzed the historical and cultural impact of William Morris and the Kelmscott Press, highlighting Morris’s response to industrialization and his role in reviving traditional craftsmanship in book production during the Victorian era.

Key contributions included:

1. Conducting independent research on William Morris’s life, work, and influence in printing history.

2. Analyzing the establishment and operations of the Kelmscott Press (1891–1898), including handcrafted materials, typography, and artistic book design.

3. Evaluating the cultural and historical significance of Morris’s contributions within the Arts and Crafts Movement.

4. Developing and presenting a complete, structured presentation including introduction, main points, and conclusion.

5. Designing visual materials to support effective communication of key concepts.

This project strengthened skills in independent research, presentation delivery, and historical analysis within a collaborative course environment.

Project Type: Individual Presentation (Group Assignment).

Skills:

1. Research. 

2. Public Speaking. 

3. Presentation Design. 

4. Historical Analysis. 

5. Visual Communication. 

6. Humanities.

7. Communication.

8. History of Communication Technology

Team Members:

1. Jodi-Ann Spence

2. Neil Rutan

3. Kendall Carson

4. Jason Newsom

5. Kyle McGranahan

Probability and Statistics Projects (2023).

Projects demonstrating the application of statistical analysis, interpretation of results, and essential mathematical computations, with a focus on insights derived from aviation data sets.

Radiation Risk Analysis for Relativistic Interstellar Travel (Fermi Estimation Project) (2022).

Collaborated in a 3-member engineering team to develop a physics-based solution to a Fermi estimation problem analyzing radiation exposure during relativistic interstellar travel.

Applied principles of special relativity, radiation physics, and energy transfer to estimate survivability limits for a human traveling to the center of the galaxy within a subjective human lifespan.

Key contributions included:

1. Developed assumptions for relativistic travel and unshielded exposure conditions.

2. Modeled radiation dose from cosmic rays and interstellar hydrogen interactions.

3. Applied energy conversion and thermodynamic equations to estimate biological impact.

4. Quantified exposure levels (~9.3 × 10¹² J/kg) and identified a critical failure point (~6 minutes under relativistic conditions).

Produced a six (6) page APA-formatted technical paper incorporating equations, assumptions, uncertainty analysis, and confidence evaluation.

Team Members: 

1. Moez Inoubli

2. Riaan Le Roux

3. Jodi-Ann Spence

Skills:

1. Quantitative Analysis.

2. Mathematical Modeling.

3. Physics Modeling.

4. Radiation Physics.

5. Fermi Estimation.

6. Systems Thinking. 

7. Analytical Reasoning.

8. Uncertainty Analysis.

9. Technical Writing.

10. Scientific Research.

11. Team Collaboration.

Fermi Estimation of Atomic Scaling: Electron Distance in a Hydrogen Atom (2022).

Collaborated on a group-based engineering physics project applying Fermi estimation techniques to approximate the scaled distance between a hydrogen atom’s nucleus and its ground-state electron when the nucleus is expanded to the size of a baseball.

Key contributions included:

1. Defined and justified critical assumptions for atomic scaling.

2. Selected and applied relevant physics equations and proportional scaling relationships.

3. Estimated unknown variables using order-of-magnitude reasoning.

4. Evaluated uncertainty and confidence in both intermediate values and final results.

5. Synthesized findings into a formal APA-style technical report.

This project strengthened skills in estimation under uncertainty, quantitative modeling, and scientific reasoning in contexts where direct measurement is not feasible.

Team Members: 

1. Jodi-Ann Spence

2. Phillip Giusti

3. Trinh Nguyen

4. Bret Shockley

Skills:

1. Fermi Estimation.

2. Engineering Physics.

3. Quantitative Modeling. 

4. Order-of-Magnitude Analysis.

5. Scientific Reasoning.

6. Technical Writing.

7. Team Collaboration.

Aerodynamics I (Incompressible Aerodynamics) Group Glider Project - Glider Design Build Fly (2022).

Collaborated as part of a 3-person team to design, build, and test a glider for an Aerodynamics I (Incompressible Aerodynamics) course project. Successfully engineered a glider capable of flying approximately 9 meters, demonstrating stable flight performance and structural integrity by maintaining all components securely affixed during the flight competition. The glider’s performance showcased effective aerodynamic principles and design execution.

Team Members were: 

1. Jodi-Ann Spence

2. Keegan Lubianski

3. Saeed Aldhaheri

C172 Range and Endurance Trade Study (2022).

•  Conducted comprehensive analysis of Cessna 172 aircraft modifications to maximize range and endurance.

• Utilized XFLR5 software to model and simulate aerodynamic changes.

• Evaluated effects of varying wing camber, reference area, and sweep angle.

• Calculated range and endurance improvements using Breguet equations.

• Recommended optimal configuration: 6% reduction in wing area and 1% increase in camber.

• Improved range by 4.75% and endurance by 0.204% over baseline model.

• Developed technical report detailing methodology, results, and conclusions.

Team Members were:

1. Alexée Providence

2. Jodi-Ann Spence

Air‑Breathing & Rocket Propulsion Project 4: Parametric Cycle Analysis of a Real Turbofan Engine (MATLAB) (2021)

1. Developed a MATLAB-based parametric cycle analysis model for a real separate-flow turbofan engine, incorporating flight conditions (Mach number, altitude) and engine design parameters (compressor pressure ratio, fan pressure ratio, bypass ratio).

2. Performed station-by-station thermodynamic analysis (inlet → fan → compressor → combustor → turbine → nozzle) to compute total/static temperature, pressure, Mach number, and velocity throughout the engine.

3. Calculated key propulsion performance metrics including specific thrust, thrust-specific fuel consumption (TSFC), fuel–air ratio, and thermal, propulsive, and overall efficiencies.

4. Conducted parametric studies to evaluate the impact of flight and design variables on engine performance, enabling trade-off analysis relevant to turbofan design.

5. Implemented robust unit conversions (SI ↔ Imperial) and multi-domain calculations while modeling realistic component efficiencies (diffuser, fan, compressor, burner, turbine, nozzle) for credible performance prediction.

6. Verified and validated results through detailed hand calculations and consistency checks against gas turbine thermodynamics theory to ensure model accuracy and physical realism.

Skills: 

1. MATLAB Programming.

2. Gas Turbine / Brayton Cycle Analysis.

3. Air-Breathing Propulsion (Turbofan Engines).

4. Thermodynamics & Compressible Flow.

5. Engineering Modeling & Simulation.

6. Parametric / Trade Study Analysis. 

7. Verification & Validation (Model-Based).

8. Mechanical Engineering.

9. Aerospace Engineering.

10. MATLAB.

11. Mathworks.

Project Management Project (2021).

Collaborated as a team of four to develop and manage a project designed to enhance our collaboration and project management skills. Together, we conceptualized and built a solution that effectively addressed stakeholder objectives while strategically balancing resource constraints. This project encompassed the full project lifecycle, including planning, execution, and delivery, showcasing our ability to manage competing priorities and achieve results.

Team Members were:

1. Jodi-Ann Spence

2. Uchechukwu Mbawuike

3. Kali Godshall

4. Jonah Caminsky

Air-Breathing and Rocket Propulsion Project 3: Parametric Cycle Analysis of an Ideal Turbofan Engine Using MATLAB (2021)

1. Developed MATLAB code to perform parametric cycle analysis of an ideal turbofan engine using inputs such as flight Mach number, altitude, compressor pressure ratio, fan pressure ratio, and bypass ratio.

2. Computed station temperatures and pressures throughout the engine, along with exit velocities, specific thrust, thrust specific fuel consumption (TSFC), and thermal, propulsive, and overall efficiencies.

3. Performed detailed thermodynamic cycle calculations and verified MATLAB results against handwritten analytical solutions to ensure model correctness and physical consistency.

4. Analyzed the impact of key design parameters on engine performance and fuel efficiency using principles from air‑breathing propulsion and compressible flow.

5. Determined optimal design parameters, including fan pressure ratio and bypass ratio, to evaluate performance trade‑offs.

Skills: 

1. MATLAB. 

2. Thermodynamics.

3. Gas Turbine Engines.

4. Air‑Breathing Propulsion.

5. Engineering Analysis

6. Mathworks. 

7. Engineering.

8. Mechanical Engineering.

9. Aerospace Engineering.

Air-Breathing and Rocket Propulsion Project 2: Parametric Cycle Analysis of an Ideal Turbojet Engine (MATLAB) (2021)

1. Developed a MATLAB program to perform parametric cycle analysis (PCA) of an ideal turbojet engine under varying flight and design conditions.

2. Computed thermodynamic properties (temperature, pressure, Mach number, velocity) at key engine stations across the engine cycle.

3. Evaluated performance metrics including specific thrust, thrust-specific fuel consumption (TSFC), thermal efficiency, propulsive efficiency, and overall efficiency.

4. Conducted sensitivity analysis by varying compressor pressure ratio and turbine inlet temperature, generating plots to assess their impact on engine performance.

5. Demonstrated how key design parameters influence propulsion efficiency and fuel consumption in turbojet engines.

6. Verified computational results against thermodynamic cycle relations and ensured successful code execution.

Skills:

1. MATLAB.

2. Thermodynamics.

3. Propulsion Systems.

4. Aerospace Engineering. 

5. Computational Modeling.

6. Data Analysis.

7. Mechanical Engineering. 

8. Mathworks.

Air-Breathing and Rocket Propulsion Project 1: Compressible Flow & Shock Wave Analysis in Microsoft Excel (2021)

1. Developed a Microsoft Excel-based engineering calculator to evaluate high-speed aerodynamic and propulsion flow conditions.

2. Calculated freestream and total thermodynamic properties (pressure, temperature, density, velocity, and Mach number) across varying altitudes using standard atmosphere relations.

3. Implemented normal and oblique shock equations to determine downstream flow properties, including Mach number, pressure, temperature, and density ratios.

4. Designed the spreadsheet to support parametric analysis, allowing variation of altitude and Mach number inputs for different flow conditions.

5. Automated calculations for speed of sound, velocity, and flow properties, enabling rapid evaluation of propulsion scenarios.

6. Verified all Excel formulas and validated numerical results for accuracy and consistency.

Skills: 

1. Microsoft Excel.

2. Compressible Flow.

3. Air-Breathing Propulsion.

4. Aerothermodynamics.

5. Fluid Mechanics.

6. Data Analysis.

7. Aerospace Engineering. 

8. Advanced Excel Formulas.

9. Mechanical Engineering.

Lockheed U-2 Quasi-3D Model Project (2021).

This project involved creating a quasi-3D model of the Lockheed U-2 aircraft using CATIA software. The U-2, a high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft developed during the Cold War, was chosen for its historical significance and complex design. Our team utilized advanced modeling techniques, including sketch tracing, spline methods, and symmetry tools, to replicate the aircraft’s unique features. Challenges included lofting complex shapes and ensuring alignment for assembly. This project enhanced our skills in collaborative design, problem-solving, and precision modeling in CATIA.

Team Members were:

1. Jodi-Ann Spence

2. Miles Santos

3. Aryanna Sanchez 

4. Dylan Walker

Values and Ethics Project: Consequentialism and Moral Reasoning: Evaluating Actions Through Outcomes (2021)

Developed and defended a consequentialist framework for evaluating the morality of actions based on outcomes. Analyzed utilitarianism (including act vs. rule distinctions) alongside key deontological constraints, and applied these theories to complex, ethically and emotionally challenging case scenarios involving moral responsibility and justice. Highlighted both the strengths and practical limitations of outcome-based reasoning in real-world decision-making contexts.

Skills:

1. Ethical Analysis.

2. Consequentialist & Deontological Reasoning. 

3. Critical Thinking. 

4. Analytical Writing. 

5. Moral Philosophy. 

6. Complex Case Analysis.

7. Humanities.

8. Communication.

9. Writing.

10. Values and Ethics.

Values and Ethics Project: Ethical Decision-Making in COVID-19 Policy: A Virtue Ethics Approach (2021)

Analyzed ethical trade-offs in COVID-19 public policy, including lockdowns, economic disruption, and social well-being. Evaluated utilitarianism, negative liberty, free will, and virtue ethics to determine the most appropriate societal response under uncertainty. Argued that virtue ethics provides a more comprehensive framework than outcome-based models, emphasizing prudence, generosity, and responsibility in both individual behavior and policy decisions.

Skills: 

1. Ethical Analysis.

2. Critical Thinking. 

3. Analytical Writing. 

4. Decision-Making Under Uncertainty.

5. Policy Analysis. 

6. Moral Philosophy.

7. Values and Ethics.

8. Humanities.

9. Writing.

10. Communication.

Design Engineering 2: CAD Assembly and Technical Drawing Development (2021)

Designed and documented a multi-component mechanical assembly using CAD tools, integrating engineering drawing standards, basic stress analysis, and material selection consistent with aerospace design practices.

1. Built a fully constrained assembly including a roller, base, support structures, shaft, and countersunk fasteners using parametric part modeling and assembly constraints.

2. Produced a complete technical drawing package including three standard orthographic views, isometric views, multiple section and breakout views, and an exploded assembly view to clearly communicate internal features and component relationships.

3. Created detailed, dimensioned drawings for individual components (roller, base, support, shaft, fasteners) with appropriate title blocks, scales, and tolerances to support manufacturability.

4. Performed engineering calculations for fastener sizing, including geometric area analysis, axial load-based stress evaluation, and comparison against A286 alloy allowable stresses using FAA MMPDS data.

5. Applied industry-standard drafting practices (dimensioning, tolerancing, and annotation) to ensure clear and professional engineering communication.

6. Delivered a complete, standards-compliant engineering drawing set, demonstrating proficiency in CAD modeling, assembly design, and technical documentation.
   
   

Skills: 

1. CAD Modeling (CATIA).

2. Engineering Drawings.

3. Mechanical Design & Assembly.

4. Section & Exploded Views.

5. Stress Analysis.

6. Material Selection.

7. Technical Documentation.

8. CAD/CAM Software.

9. CAD/CAM.

10. Computer-Aided Design (CAD).

11. Design Engineering.

12. Aerospace Engineering.

13. Engineering.

14. Mechanical Engineering.

15. Science.

Design Engineering 1: Design and CAD Modeling of a Rotating Roller Assembly (2021)

Designed and developed a mechanical assembly using computer-aided design (CAD) principles as part of an engineering design project.

The project focused on modifying a base structure to enable rotational motion of a roller around a shaft while maintaining structural integrity and minimizing weight.

Key contributions included:

1. Designing and modeling a functional roller–shaft system with precise geometric constraints.

2. Applying CAD tools (sketching, extrusion, axis, and shaft operations) to create a working assembly.

3. Optimizing structural design by incorporating weight-reduction features (H-shaped cutout). 

4. Selecting ZK60A Magnesium Alloy based on manufacturability, strength, and aerospace applications. 

5. Performing engineering calculations for mass, volume, cost estimation, and shear stress.

6. Evaluating manufacturability and material processing methods (extrusion, heat treatment, welding). 

The final assembly demonstrated effective integration of design, materials engineering, and cost analysis within a CAD environment.

Developed as part of Computer Aided Design (CAD) Course: Computer Aided Design, demonstrating foundational skills in engineering design and analysis for aerospace-related applications.

Skills:

1. Computer-Aided Design (CAD).

2. Mechanical Design.

3. Solid Modeling.

4. Engineering Analysis.

5. Materials Engineering.

6. Design for Manufacturability.

7. Cost Estimation.

8. Design Engineering.

9. Engineering.

10. Aerospace Engineering.

11. Mechanical Engineering.

12. CAD/CAM.

Globalization and International Trade Impact Analysis – Macroeconomics Final Paper (2020)

Completed a research-based macroeconomics final paper analyzing the positive and negative impacts of globalization and international trade dynamics on a selected country/region. Evaluated how global economic integration influences economic growth, labor markets, consumer welfare, and policy trade-offs between protectionism and open markets.

Applied macroeconomic frameworks including comparative and absolute advantage, GDP and standard of living analysis, and international trade theory to interpret economic outcomes. Conducted a structured literature review using academic databases such as EBSCOhost, ProQuest, and New Jersey State Library journals to support evidence-based conclusions.

Synthesized findings into a structured economic assessment highlighting both the opportunities and constraints associated with globalization in national and regional economies.

Skills: 

1. Macroeconomic Analysis.

2. International Trade Analysis.

3. Policy Analysis.

4. Research & Literature Review (EBSCOhost, ProQuest).

5. Data Interpretation.

6. Analytical Problem Solving.

7. Critical Thinking.

8. Systems Thinking.

9. Trade‑off Analysis.

10. Economics

Microeconomic Analysis of the U.S. Economy for Global Policy Context (2020)

Developed a 14–20 page, APA-formatted policy briefing analyzing core microeconomic principles within the U.S. economy. The project simulated an advisory role for an international government audience, translating U.S. economic concepts to support cross-country understanding and cooperation.

Synthesized prior coursework and independent research from academic databases into a structured, stakeholder-focused report.

Key analyses included:

1. Classification and economic impact of private, public, and common goods. 

2. Market structures and cost of production influences on firm behavior and pricing. 

3. Consumer behavior using marginal utility, total utility, and diminishing returns. 

4. Relationships between taxation, government intervention, supply–demand dynamics, and economic growth. 

5. Application of opportunity cost to individual and organizational decision-making.

Framed economic relationships within a systems perspective, emphasizing interactions between policy, markets, and stakeholder decision-making.

Utilized academic research tools (EBSCOhost, ProQuest, scholarly journals) and produced a fully referenced APA-style paper with 10+ credible sources.

Skills:

1. Microeconomic Analysis. 

2. Policy Analysis. 

3. Economic Reasoning. 

4. Research & Academic Writing. 

5. Critical Thinking. 

6. Stakeholder Communication.

7. Economics

Career Research & Technical Report – Technical Writing Project (2020)

Developed a comprehensive technical report analyzing a selected career field, including job market outlook, education and credential pathways, core responsibilities, compensation, and long-term career prospects.

Conducted research using multiple credible sources, including industry data and labor statistics, to evaluate workforce trends and professional requirements.

Project components included:

1. Structured formal report (Title Page, Abstract, Introduction, Body, Conclusion, References, Appendices).

2. Career-focused analysis covering education, credentials, and labor market trends.

3. Integration of data-driven insights from authoritative sources such as the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook.

4. Development and use of visual elements (tables/graphs) to support analysis.

5. Application of technical writing principles, including clarity, organization, and APA/MLA documentation.

Demonstrated the ability to synthesize complex information, communicate findings clearly, and produce professional, structured documentation, which are skills directly applicable to engineering reports and systems documentation.

Skills:

1. Technical Writing.

2. Research Analysis.

3. Data Interpretation.

4. Professional Communication.

5. Report Writing.

6. Information Synthesis.

7. Technical Reports.

8. Technical Report Writing.

9. Writing.

10. Communication.

MATLAB Game Creation - The Maze Game. A Strategic Navigation Challenge (2019).

Project Overview:

Through progressively challenging maze landscapes, players in this captivating MATLAB-based maze game put their strategic navigation and problem-solving abilities to the test. Getting through all three distinct stages as quickly and efficiently as possible is the main goal.

Important Project Features:

• Using MATLAB programming, an interactive maze navigation game was created.

• Three increasingly difficult labyrinth levels were implemented.

• Developed mechanics for dynamic goal gathering that need clever player movement.

• Developed a user-friendly UI to provide a smooth gaming experience.

Gameplay Mechanics:

To finish each level, players must carefully negotiate complex labyrinth patterns while gathering all of the objectives. In order to finish the game as quickly as possible, players must maximize their path-finding techniques by striking a balance between accuracy and speed.

Technical Implementation:

• Programming Language: MATLAB.

• Game Design: Procedural maze generation.

• User Interaction: Keyboard-based movement controls.

• Performance Metrics: Time-based level completion tracking.

Skills Demonstrated:

• MATLAB programming.

• Algorithm development.

• User interface design.

• Game logic implementation.
  
  

Team Members were: 

1. Jodi-Ann Spence

2. Jacob Akans 

Digital Storytelling. ERAU Scholarly Commons: My Experience with Racism by Jodi-Ann Spence (2019).

“My Experience with Racism” by Jodi-Ann Spence, chronicles the journey of a woman navigating racism while pursuing her dreams in both her home country and the U.S. She faced discrimination, exploitation, and attempts to define her identity by others. Despite these challenges, she triumphed by embracing her heritage, self-awareness, and faith, recognizing herself as made in the image of God. This story highlights resilience and the power of personal identity amidst adversity.

Lunabotics Project (2018).

Collaborated as part of a 4-person team to design, construct, and program autonomous robots for a Lunabotics project. Successfully programmed the robots to navigate a slalom course, retrieve 16 golf balls and 4 regular golf balls from a designated dig zone, transport them over a ramp, and accurately deposit them into a box lid in the drop zone.

Team Members were: 

1. Jodi-Ann Spence

2. Keane Farias

3. Robert Coffin 

4. Savannah Madden

IMTA Project - Los Angeles (2017).

Proud member of the World-Class Modeling Talent Studios Team, affiliated with the International Modeling and Talent Association (IMTA). IMTA is a premier membership organization connecting the world’s top modeling and talent training centers. Since 1987, IMTA has hosted renowned conventions in New York and Los Angeles, featuring competitions in modeling, acting, singing, dancing, and songwriting. These events provide participants with workshops, seminars, awards ceremonies, and invaluable opportunities to network with leading agents, managers, casting directors, and producers in the fashion and entertainment industries.

Acting: Screen Test, Monologue, On-Camera Host, and Theatrical Headshot.

Modeling: Fashion Print, Runway, Jeans Runway, and TV Beauty.