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Tian Tian is an Associate Lecturer in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Central Florida (UCF). She joined UCF in 2013 and holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2011) and a Bachelor’s degree in HVAC Engineering from Qingdao Institute of Architecture and Engineering (2003). Her research focuses on thermal-fluid systems, including thermo-property measurement, heat transfer, and inverse problem solutions, alongside innovative engineering education methodologies emphasizing project-based learning, computer-based assessment, and blended learning.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2011)
- Bachelor’s in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Engineering, Qingdao Institute of Architecture and Engineering (2003)
Research Interests: Dr. Tian’s work bridges thermal engineering and educational innovation. Key areas include:
- Thermo-physical property measurement techniques
- Heat transfer phenomena in complex systems
- Development of scalable assessment strategies for large engineering courses
- Integration of technology (e.g., lockdown testing, computer-based tools) into pedagogy
Awards:
- UCF Teaching Incentive Award (2023)
- UCF CECS Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching Award (2021, 2017)
- UCF Women’s History Month Honoree (2019)
- Multiple awards for mentoring student organizations (Pi Tau Sigma)
Grants & Advising: While specific grant details aren’t listed, her work aligns with UCF’s focus on pedagogical innovation and STEM education. She advises courses like Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, and Heat Transfer, emphasizing practical skill development through hands-on activities and digitized assessment.
Labs & Teams: Collaborates with combustion and thermal-fluid research groups at UCF, leveraging light-field imaging and numerical modeling for combustion diagnostics. Engaged in interdisciplinary projects combining engineering education and technology integration.
