Teaching
2018-2023, Germany
Soft Skills:
Leadership, Problem-Solving, Effective Communication, Classroom management
Tools:
Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office, Design-Thinking, TUM Moodle
Technical Skills:
CAD Modeling, Prototyping, Systems Design, Robotics Engineering, R&D, Requirements Gathering
Tools:
Fusion 360, ROS (Robot Operating System)
Description
I helped found this course and structure it in our lab.
Exoskeletons are an important technology of the future that can be used in a variety of fields to improve life, medical care, and the working world. This course, ExoskeleTUM, covers various aspects of exoskeleton development, from biomechanical design to biosignal acquisition. Students will work on individual projects related to these topics and will have the opportunity to learn from experts in the field. The projects will be directly related to research topics and projects of the participating chairs, and students will have the opportunity to participate in the international Cybathlon competition.
Outcomes
By collaborating with other Lehrstuhls, the ExoskeleTUM course provides students with hands-on experience, develops new skills, strengthens their portfolios, and potentially leads to participation in the international Cybathlon competition. The course also benefits the Lehrstuhl by enhancing research output, adding to its teaching output, improving reputation and collaboration, attracting talent, and positively impacting society. The course fosters the development of essential skills such as project management, teamwork, and communication. These skills are crucial for success in both academic and professional settings and can enhance students' employability.
ExoSkeleTUM (Project Seminar) - 2022-23
Description
I helped found this course and structured it from scratch.
Nature is a vast and diverse source of design inspiration. From the intricate patterns of a butterfly's wings to the aerodynamic shape of a hawk's beak, nature has evolved solutions to countless challenges that we face as engineers and designers.
In this seminar, students learn how to apply biomimicry, the practice of using nature as a model for design, to develop innovative products and solutions. They learn methods of applied bioinspired design and product development from expert lectures, work in a team of engineers and biologists to solve real-world problems, and develop own bio-inspired design concepts.
Outcomes
The Bio-inspired Design Seminar offered a unique learning experience that empowered participants to develop expertise in bio-inspired design and problem-solving. Through a project-based approach and expert guidance, participants gained a comprehensive understanding of biomimicry principles and applied them to develop innovative solutions to real-world challenges.
The seminar's project-based nature fostered a collaborative and hands-on learning environment, allowing participants to work in teams and apply their biomimetic insights to create a minimum viable product (MVP). This experience enhanced their problem-solving skills, creativity, and ability to translate biological concepts into tangible solutions.
Bioinspired Design (Project Seminar) - 2021-23
Description
I helped redesign this course from scratch which is attended by hundreds of students every semester.
The Methods of Product Development course provides a comprehensive overview of the key steps involved in product development, from ideation and concept development to prototyping, testing, and evaluation. Through a blend of presentations and exercises, students will gain a deep understanding of various procedural models, basic design principles, and efficient and effective methods for product development. They will also learn to apply their knowledge to real-world problems, enhancing their ability to plan, design, analyze, evaluate, and improve products. The course will utilize examples from different areas to support the transfer of knowledge and provide students with a versatile skillset that aligns with industry standards.
Results
Prototyping and testing products, developing and assessing product concepts, creating and managing product roadmaps, identifying and analyzing product opportunities, and communicating goals and outcomes for product development are all skills that students can acquire. They acquire a thorough comprehension of the procedures involved in developing new products. Participants gain hands-on experience with various procedural models, fundamental design concepts, and productive and successful product development techniques.
Procedural models such as the Munich Procedure Model and the V-Model will apply to actual product development initiatives. Additionally, they will learn how to properly assess alternatives and come up with novel product designs using the principles of design thinking.
Methods of Product Development (Lecture) - 2018-23
Description
I helped redesign part of this lecture from scratch in 2020 which is attended by hundreds of students.
This two-week innovation course at TUM will help students develop new solutions to real-world problems through a design thinking process. Students will work in teams to identify a problem, brainstorm solutions, build prototypes, test them with users, develop a business model, and pitch their ideas to a panel of experts. By the end of the course, students are expected to have a working prototype of their product and a business plan.
The course progresses as students, in collaborative teams, engage in the critical task of defining a tangible problem they aspire to address. With a problem in place, the ideation phase ensues, inviting a flurry of creative solutions. This brainstorming is a precursor to the hands-on phase of prototyping, wherein these theoretical solutions take physical form. The iterative design process then leads to the testing phase, where students interact with end-users, gathering valuable feedback on their prototypes. This step is crucial as it informs the refinement of their designs. The entrepreneurial aspect is woven into the course as the teams undertake the development of a viable business model for their proposed product or service.
Results
The course is designed to yield tangible outcomes; by its conclusion, students are expected not only to possess a working prototype but also a comprehensive business plan that outlines the feasibility and market potential of their innovation. This encapsulation of the process and anticipated outcomes highlights the course's commitment to bridging theoretical knowledge with practical application, thereby equipping students with both a product ready for potential market entry and the entrepreneurial skills to drive it forward.
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