Fall 2013
COMS W6732: Computational Imaging
Head Teaching Assistant | Columbia University
Computational imaging uses a combination of novel imaging optics and a computational
module to produce new forms of visual information. Survey of the state of
art in computational imaging. Review of recent papers on: omni directional
and panoramic imaging, catadioptric imaging, high dynamic range imaging, mosaicing and
superresolution. Classes are seminars with the instructor, guest speakers,
and students presenting papers and discussing them.
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Fall 2011
COMS W4731: Computer Vision
Head Teaching Assistant | Columbia University
Introductory course in computer vision. Topics include image formation
and optics, image sensing, binary images, image processing and filtering, edge
extraction and boundary detection, region growing and segmentation, pattern
classification methods, brightness and reflectance, shape from shading and
photometric stereo, texture, binocular stereo, optical flow and motion, 2-D and 3-D
object representation, object recognition, vision systems and applications.
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Spring 2011
COMS E6998: Advanced Game Development
Head Teaching Assistant | Columbia University
An advanced project-focused course in game development, with an emphasis on digital games.
Students are expected to form six- to twelve-person teams and bring a complete original game from conception
to prototype to release. Though all members are required to contribute to the design and production of
their team's game, students are free to specialize in production areas ranging from level design to networking to
visual and aural asset creation. Students are responsible for completing their assignments as if they
were members of a professional game development team.
Fall 2010
COMS W4995: Game Design and Production
Head Teaching Assistant | Columbia University
This course covers the entire process of game design—from concept development through to
production. Through lectures, discussion, and in-class workshops, students will learn
formal tools for analyzing components of gameplay and how to apply these tools to solve real game
design challenges. As a capstone project for the course, teams of students will each design
and implement an original game using the design principles covered. The class is open to
students from all schools and backgrounds. Students with programming, writing, artistic
or other skills will be able to apply them to the final project, but such skills are not requisite
for participating in the class.
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Spring 2010
COMS E6998: Advanced Game Development
Pro Bono Teaching Assistant | Columbia University
An advanced project-focused course in game development, with an emphasis on digital games.
Students are expected to form six- to twelve-person teams and bring a complete original game from conception
to prototype to release. Though all members are required to contribute to the design and production of
their team's game, students are free to specialize in production areas ranging from level design to networking to
visual and aural asset creation. Students are responsible for completing their assignments as if they
were members of a professional game development team.
CTICE STEM Club
Co-Instructor | Center for Technology, Innovation, and Community Engagement
A hands-on, STEM-focused afterschool program at
IS 195
targeted for fifth grade students who are
struggling in science. Topics include light, shadow, the human eye, color, reflection,
animal eyes, lenses, refraction, magnets, electricity, electromagnetism, gears, electronics,
imaging, and photography. Projects include building a pinhole camera, a lens camera, and a
periscope from everyday meterials, and presenting a self-captured photo collage to the group.
ENGI E1102: Design Fundamentals using Advanced Computer Technologies
Teaching Assistant | Columbia University
Core requirement for all entering SEAS students. Students learn the basics of engineering
design from problem definition to detailed conceptual design. Computer technologies such as
advanced three-dimensional graphical and computational applications are applied in the service of
authentic community-based design projects, using the state-of-the-art design facility, the Botwinick
Gateway Laboratory. Aligned with the technical components of the design, students develop
collaboration, communication, problem solving, and project management skills, as well as a life-long
orientation of social responsibility and community service.
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Fall 2009
ENGI E1102: Design Fundamentals using Advanced Computer Technologies
Teaching Assistant | Columbia University
Core requirement for all entering SEAS students. Students learn the basics of engineering
design from problem definition to detailed conceptual design. Computer technologies such as
advanced three-dimensional graphical and computational applications are applied in the service of
authentic community-based design projects, using the state-of-the-art design facility, the Botwinick
Gateway Laboratory. Aligned with the technical components of the design, students develop
collaboration, communication, problem solving, and project management skills, as well as a life-long
orientation of social responsibility and community service.
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