Curriculum Vitæ

Mansour Abdoli, PhD

Instructor & Course Coordinator, California State University, Fullerton
ORCID: 0009-0001-6722-0134

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Summary

Mansour Abdoli is a lifelong learner and educator who collaborates with colleagues to address challenges in teaching, learning, and applied research. He mentors students of diverse backgrounds and teaches foundational and advanced courses in probability and statistics at CSUF.

His multidisciplinary background in electrical engineering, industrial engineering, and statistics supports his work in research, teaching, and engineering practice. He is also experienced in educational technology and has developed a wide range of instructional materials across multiple learning platforms.

Education

M.S., Statistics — California State University, Fullerton (2016)
Ph.D., Industrial & Management Systems Engineering — University of Nebraska–Lincoln (2006)
M.S., Industrial & Management Systems Engineering — University of Nebraska–Lincoln (2002)
M.S., Electrical Engineering — Iran University of Science and Technology (1996)
B.S., Electrical Engineering — Sharif University of Technology (1991)

Academic Appointments

California State University, Fullerton

Full‑time Instructor & Course Coordinator (2017–present)
Part‑time Instructor (2016–2017)

Courses taught:

  • Math 338 — Statistics Applied to Natural Sciences (Lecture + Lab)
  • Math 335 — Mathematical Probability
  • Math 120 — Introductory Statistics
  • Math 502A — Foundations of Probability and Statistics
  • Math 502B — Computational Statistics and Data Analysis
  • Math 340 — Numerical Analysis

Responsibilities:

  • Co‑coordinator for Math 338
  • Developed and maintain a complete Canvas course template
  • Advising undergraduate and graduate students
  • Collaborating with faculty in mathematics and biology research

Workshops delivered:

  • Tools & Tricks for Adding Mathematical Expressions to Reports — CCAM Workshop (2020)
  • BSCR Data Science Workshop — Bridges to Stem Cell Research Program (2023)

University of Nebraska–Lincoln

Teaching Assistant

  • Taught Engineering Economy and Statistical Methods in Research
  • Served as substitute instructor for additional courses

Teaching Materials & Tools Developed

  • Online quizzes (Canvas, Moodle)
  • Homework/assessment systems (MyMathLab, WebAssign, ALEKS, Sapling, XYZ Homework)
  • HTML‑based teaching materials for Math 338
  • PowerPoint slide decks for multiple courses
  • Word‑based handouts for Math 335
  • Recorded lecture videos for blended/flipped instruction
  • WebR‑enabled interactive teaching tools

Grants, Fellowships & Professional Development

2024

  • Crafting Authentic Writing Opportunities for Students (WAC)
  • Equitable Pedagogy Module (EPM) 2a

2023

  • META TEAM Tool Observation Participation
  • META Faculty Facilitator
  • Project PIPE‑LINE Fellow
  • Collaboration with Alzheimer’s Research Group (Prof. Sam Behseta)
  • Social‑Behavioral Research Certification (CITI Program)
  • Accessible Instructional Materials (AIM)
  • Supported Biology MS student with experimental data analysis

2022

  • FEID Grant: Blended/Flipped Version of Math 388 with Problem‑Based Teaching
  • Equitable Pedagogy Module (EPM)
  • Supported Biology MS thesis on experimental evolution

2021

  • Supported Biology MS student with lab data analysis
  • VRN: Virtual Research Network collaboration with Prof. Shahrestani
  • COMMIT: Inquiry‑based teaching workshop
  • UDL: Universal Design for Learning training

2020

  • FEID Grant: Development of Math 338 course materials
  • HIP: High Impact Practices assessment for Math 338
  • CCAM workshop presenter

2018–2019 (selected)

  • FEID Grant Proposal Workshop
  • Active Engagement Strategies (IMPACT)
  • Experts’ Notebooks for Writing (IMPACT)
  • MINDFUL Certificate
  • Engagement Tech Tools Webinar
  • META‑FLC Faculty Learning Community

Publications

Refereed Journal Articles

  • Abdoli, M., Savory, P., & Choobineh, F. F. (2012). Framework for simulating random clickstream data. International Journal of Electronic Marketing and Retailing, 5(1), 63–76.
  • Abdoli, M., & Choobineh, F. F. (2005). Empirical Bayes forecasting methods for job flow‑times. IIE Transactions, 37(7), 635–649.

Conference Papers

  • Abdoli, M., & Al‑Salim, B. (2005). Intelligent agent‑based approach to sales operations at e‑stores. AMCIS 2005.
  • Al‑Salim, B., & Abdoli, M. (2005). Data mining for decision support of the quality improvement process. AMCIS 2005.
  • Abdoli, M., Choobineh, F. (2003). An integrated approach to sales at e‑stores. ICECR‑6.
  • Abdoli, M., Choobineh, F. (2003). Empirical Bayes for forecasting flow‑times of jobs. INFORMS Annual Meeting.
  • Abdoli, M., Mashayekhi, M., & Choobineh, F. F. (2002). An empirical Bayes approach to due‑date assignment. IERC Conference.

Additional Publications (from ORCID)

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Technical Skills

Learning Management Systems: Canvas, Moodle, Blackboard
Online Homework Systems: ALEKS, MyMathLab, Sapling, WebAssign, XYZ Homework
Statistical Software: R, SAS, SPSS, StatGraphics
Computation & Simulation: MATLAB, SIMAN, Arena
Databases: SQL, MS Access
Programming (past use): Ruby, C/C++, Visual Basic, Fortran, Pascal
Productivity Tools: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, SharePoint, Tableau

Industry Experience

Kiewit Infrastructure Co. (2006–2017)

Project Engineer / Estimator / Field Engineer
- Cost estimating, scheduling, and quantity takeoff
- Developed software tools for: - Structural quantity takeoff (Ruby + SketchUp)
- Underground piping takeoff (Excel)
- Traffic management visualization (Google Earth + Excel)
- Delivered training for run‑of‑the‑river power plant operators (BC, Canada)

Mangan Industrial Group & Sadid Tadbir Consulting (Iran)

Senior Electrical Engineer

Delliran Software Company (Iran)

Business Application Developer