معرفی
Briana Bouchard is an Assistant Teaching Professor at the Tufts University School of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering. Her work bridges educational robotics, ROS 2 accessibility, and innovative engineering pedagogy.
- Education:
- Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering (2022)
- M.S.E.M., Engineering Management (2018)
- B.S.M.E., Mechanical Engineering (2014)
Her research focuses on making robotics education more accessible through tools like the iRobot Create 3 platform and JupyterLab integration. She also pioneers the use of electronic portfolios for equitable assessment in engineering programs.
Recent publications highlight her contributions to robotics education (2024), portfolio assessment frameworks (2022), and inclusive group work strategies (2020). A 2018 biomedical device patent demonstrates her interdisciplinary expertise in Mechanical Design applications.
- Scientific Awards:
- Tufts Springboard Grant (2021) for portfolio-based inclusive assessment
Bouchard teaches core courses including Engineering Design I, Introductory Robotics, and Senior Design Projects, while serving as a CEEO Fellow for engineering education outreach since 2024.
