Gonca Altuger-Genc

Dr. Gonca Altuger-Genc serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering Technology within Farmingdale State College's School of Engineering Technology. Holding a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Stevens Institute of Technology, she specializes in integrating artificial intelligence and simulation technologies into engineering education curricula while maintaining active roles in program coordination and curriculum development.

Education Background:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Eskisehir Osmangazi University (2002)
• M.E. in Mechanical Engineering, Stevens Institute of Technology (2005)
• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Stevens Institute of Technology (2012)
• Design and Production Management Certificate, Stevens Institute of Technology (2007)
• Fundamentals of Supply Chain Management Certificate, Supply Chain Online (2012)
• Teaching and Learning Certificate for New Faculty, SUNY Center for Professional Development (2018)
• Brightspace Fundamentals Training Certificate, SUNY Center for Professional Development (2022)

Her research pioneers the incorporation of AI in engineering assignments, development of machine learning systems for educational platforms, and simulation-aided online teaching practices. Current work focuses on creating discrete event simulation models for manufacturing optimization and maintenance scheduling, significantly enhancing student engagement through technology-driven pedagogical innovations that bridge theoretical concepts with practical applications in engineering technology education.

Publication trends reveal a strategic evolution from foundational work in simulation-based teaching (2015-2018) toward cutting-edge integration of AI tools like ChatGPT in engineering education (2023-2024). Her research consistently addresses critical gaps in engineering pedagogy through systematic literature reviews, curriculum development frameworks, and practical implementation studies presented at premier conferences including ASEE and ASME.

Scientific Recognition:

• First In the World - Research Aligned Mentorship (RAM) Program Academic Fellowship Award (2016)
• Farmingdale College Foundation Award for Excellence in Teaching (2018)

As former Graduate Program Coordinator for the MS Technology Management program, Dr. Altuger-Genc has shaped curriculum development and assessment frameworks while mentoring undergraduate research projects. Her RAM Fellowship supported innovative mentorship approaches, and her teaching excellence award recognizes transformative contributions to engineering education through applied learning methodologies and technology integration. She collaborates extensively with colleagues on interdisciplinary research initiatives spanning engineering education and manufacturing systems.