Aloysius A. Attah Ph.D., P.E., IISE Fellow
University of North Texas
Mechanical Engineering
(940) 565-2364
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Education

MPhil, Walden University, 2019.
Major: Management/Information Systems
Degree Specialization: Information Systems Management
PhD, Walden University, 2019.
Major: Management/Information Systems
Degree Specialization: Information Systems Management
Dissertation Title: The Relationship Between Information Quality and Construction Safety
MS, University of Texas at Arlington, 1987.
Major: Industrial Engineering
Degree Specialization: Systems Engineering
BS, University of Dayton, 1981.
Major: Civil Engineering

Professional Positions

Academic - Post-Secondary
Clinical Assistant Professor, University of North Texas. (November 1, 2021 – Present).
Senior Lecturer, University of North Texas. (August 2017 – October 31, 2020).
Visiting Lecturer, University of North Texas. (August 1, 2016 – July 31, 2017).
Adjunct Faculty, University of North Texas. (January 2012 – May 2016).
Adjunct Professor, DeVry University. (September 1995 – July 2007).
Adjunct Professor, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. (August 2002 – May 2005).
Professional
Engineering & Management Consultant, Macval Associates LLC. (August 2017 – Present).
Founder/President, Macval Associates LLC. (July 2007 – August 2017).
Co-Founder/Managing Member, VAS Engineering & Construction. (February 1998 – December 2007).
Program Coordinator/ Manager: 737, 747, 757, 767, 777 Avionics Systems, Boeing. (January 1997 – May 2004).
Manufacturing Engineer: 747, 767, 777 Avionics Systems, The Boeing Company. (April 1990 – January 1997).
Manufacturing Support Specialist: 747 and 767 Flight Control Electronics Production Centers, The Boeing Company. (October 1988 – April 1990).
Manufacturing Planner, Boeing - Irving: Commercial Avionics Systems. (October 1987 – October 1988).
Production Specialist, Finger Furniture Co.. (June 1981 – September 1986).

Licensures and Certifications

General Contractor, Procore. (April 2020 – Present).

Project Manager, Procore. (April 2020 – Present).

EAC-Environmental Assessment Consultant, National Society of Environmental Consultants. (April 1994 – Present).

P.E. - Licensed Professional Engineer, Texas Board of Professional Engineers. (December 1992 – Present).

CPIM - Certified in Production and Inventory Management, APICS. (July 1992 – Present).

Professional Memberships

Board Member, Institute of Industrial & Systems Engineers (IISE) - Industry Advisory Board (IAB). (May 2023 – Present).

Member: Licensed Professional Engineer, American Society of Civil Engineers. (2006 – Present).

Senior Member, Institute of Industrial & Systems Engineers. (1988 – Present).

Board Member, Construction Engineering and Management Division - Institute of Industrial & Systems Engineers. (2004 – 2018).

President, Construction Engineering and Management Division - Institute of Industrial & Systems Engineers. (May 2013 – April 2015).

Licensed Member, National Society of Professional Engineers. (1993 – 2013).

Charter Member, National Society of Environmental Consultants. (1994 – 2007).

Certified Member, American Production and Inventory Control Society. (1988 – 2007).

President, DFW Institute of Industrial & Systems Engineers. (1999 – 2000).

President Elect, DFW Institute of Industrial & Systems Engineers. (1998 – 1999).

Chairman, Student Affairs and Education Committee - DFW Institute of Industrial & Systems Engineers. (1993 – 1998).

Chairman, Professional Engineers in Industry - Texas Society of Professional Engineers - Mid Cities Chapter. (1993 – 1995).

Development Activities Attended

Conference Attendance,"Entrepreneurship in time of Crisis: Challenges and Opportunities," University of Nigeria Nsukka: Center for Entrepreneurship and Development Research (CEDR), Nsukka, Enugu, Nigeria. (June 27, 2023 – June 30, 2023).

Conference Attendance,"IISE Annual Conference & Expo 2023," Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America. (May 20, 2023 – May 23, 2023).

Continuing Education Program,"Overcoming Mother Nature - Lessons Learned from the Field," American Society of Civil Engineers, Dallas Fort Worth, Texas, United States of America. (July 16, 2018 – July 16, 2018).

Awards and Honors

Fellow, Institute of Industrial & Systems Engineers (IISE). (March 4, 2024 – Present).

Teaching

Teaching Experience

University of North Texas
CNET 1160, Construction Methods and Materials, 13 courses.
CNET 2180, Building Construction Techniques, 41 courses.
CNET 2300, Construction Graphics and Modeling, 6 courses.
CNET 2900, Special Problems, 1 course.
CNET 3150, Construction Contact Documents, 3 courses.
CNET 3160, Construction Cost Estimating, 5 courses.
CNET 3410, Occupational Safety and Liability, 8 courses.
CNET 3460, Soils and Foundations, 4 courses.
CNET 4170, Construction Management, 3 courses.
CNET 4180, Problems in Project Management, 1 course.
CNET 4190, Quality Management in Construction, 1 course.
CNET 4780, Senior Design I, 7 courses.
CNET 4785, Senior Design I, 1 course.
CNET 4790, Senior Design II, 14 courses.
CNET 4795, Senior Design II, 2 courses.
CNET 4900, Special Problems, 2 courses.
ENGR 2301, Statics, 1 course.
ENGR 2304, Statics and Strength of Materials, 1 course.
ENGR 2332, Mechanics of Materials, 2 courses.
MEEN 2110, Engineering Data Analysis, 2 courses.
MEEN 5890, Directed Study in Mechanical & Energy Engineering, 1 course.
MSET 5270, Management in Human and Societal Development, 2 courses.
MSET 5280, Management in Human and Societal Development, 2 courses.
MSET 5930, Research Problems in Lieu of Thesis, 1 course.

Teaching at Other Institutions

DeVry University, Statistics for Decision Making, MATH 220, Spring 2007.

DeVry University, Total Quality Management, BSOP 227, Fall 2006.

DeVry University, Production Activity Control and Just-In-Time, BSOP 430, Summer 2005.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Statistics with Aviation Applications, MATH 211, Spring 2005.

DeVry University, Statistics for Decision Making, MATH 220, Spring 2004.

DeVry University, Statistics for Decision Making, MATH 220, Winter 2004.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, College Algebra, MATH 140, Fall 2003.

DeVry University, Total Quality Management, BSOP 227, Summer 2003.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Logistics Management for Aviation/Aerospace, MGMT 411, Spring 2003.

DeVry University, Statistics for Decision Making, MATH 220, Winter 2003.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Life Cycle Analysis for Systems and Programs in Aviation & Aerospace, MGMT 422, Fall 2002.

DeVry University, Statistics for Decision Making, MATH 220, Summer 2002.

DeVry University, Quantitative Methods, MATH 168, Spring 2001.

DeVry University, Finite Mathematics, MATH 158, Summer 2000.

DeVry University, College Algebra, MATH 148, Spring 1999.

DeVry University, Operations Strategy, BSOP 207, Fall 1998.

DeVry University, Operations Analysis, BSOP 209, Spring 1997.

DeVry University, Total Quality Management, BSOP 227, Fall 1996.

DeVry University, Material Requirements Planning and Capacity Requirements Planning, BSOP 335, Spring 1996.

DeVry University, Production Activity Control and Just-In-Time, BSOP 430, Fall 1995.

Non-Credit Instruction

Seminar, HalfMoon Education Inc., 26. (May 15, 2019 – May 15, 2019).

Seminar, American Society of Civil Engineers, 30. (July 16, 2018 – July 16, 2018).

Directed Student Learning

Master's Thesis Committee Member,"Experimental and Numerical Investigation of a Novel Cold-Formed Steel Long Span Truss," Mechanical and Energy Engineering. (August 2023 – December 2023).

Directed Individual/Independent Study,"The Effect of COVID-19 On The Supply Chain Process of A Company," Mechanical and Energy Engineering. (August 24, 2020 – December 11, 2020).

Directed Individual/Independent Study,"Special Problems in Building Construction Project," Engineering Technology. (December 16, 2019 – January 10, 2020).

Directed Individual/Independent Study,"Special Problems in Construction Safety and Health," Engineering Technology. (August 26, 2019 – December 13, 2019).

Directed Individual/Independent Study,"LEED Certification -An Emphasis on Success Rate & Energy Efficiency," Engineering Technology. (January 16, 2018 – May 11, 2018).

Awards and Honors

Thank-a-Teacher, Vice Provost for Student Success. (December 21, 2022 – December 21, 2022).

Certificate of Appreciation - Teaching Excellence, DeVry University. (April 3, 2006 – April 3, 2006).

Research

Published Intellectual Contributions

Book Chapter
Attah, A. A. (2020). Applying Concurrent Engineering and Lean Methods in Small Construction Projects. Lean Project Delivery and Integrated Practices in Modern Construction.
Attah, A. A. (2011). Case Study titled Systems Integration and Application of Lean Methods in Construction (pp. 407-412) published in: Modern Construction: Lean Project Delivery and Integrated Practices..
Attah, A. A. (1994). First Article Inspection IRSO Requirements.
Attah, A. A. (1994). Rework Part Number on a Rejection Tag.
Journal Article
Attah, A. A. (2013). Use of Holistic Quality Management Approach to Mitigate Construction Risks.
Attah, A. A. (2008). Using Integrated Construction Process (ICP) Approach to Minimize Project Costs.
Attah, A. A. (2007). Managing Quality and Productivity in the Construction Industry.
Attah, A. A. (2006). Systems Integration (SI) Approach for Optimizing Construction Performance.
Attah, A. A. (2005). Application of Lean Techniques in Public Works Construction Projects.
Magazine/Trade Publication
Attah, A. A. (1997). Three Years of Redesign Work Result in New MAWEA Card File.
Attah, A. A. (1996). Major Trends in the Engineering Profession - A Multi Part Technical Article.
Attah, A. A. (1993). The Importance of P.E. Registration.
Monograph
Attah, A. A. (2012). Harnessing Indigenous Technologies For the Development of A People.

Presentations Given

Invited Talk

Attah, A. (Presenter), Quality and Productivity Analysis Techniques, American Society for Quality, Dallas, Texas, United States of America. (2001 – 2001).

Attah, A. (Presenter), Analytical Tools for Ergonomic Applications, Dallas, Texas, United States of America. (2001 – 2001).

Keynote/Plenary Address

Attah, A. (Presenter), Adada Lecture Series, Adada Lecture Series No. 2, Association of Nsukka Professors, Nsukka, Nigeria. (2012 – 2012).

Lecture

Attah, A. (Other), Engineering Lecture Series, Major Trends in the Engineering Profession, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu, Nigeria. (1996 – 1996).

Oral Presentation

Attah, A. A. (Author & Presenter), IISE Annual Conference & Expo 2023, From Design-Bid-Build To Design Build: An Application of Systems Engineering Concepts To A Municipal Construction Project, Institute of Industrial & Systems Engineers, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America. (2023 – 2023).

Attah, A. A. (Author & Presenter), IISE Annual Conference & Expo 2023, Quality of Construction Safety Plans and Safety of Specialty Trade Contractors, Institute of Industrial & Systems Engineers, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America. (2023 – 2023).

Attah, A. A. (Author & Presenter), Construction Institute: Technical Session, Applications of Lean Techniques in Municipal Construction, American Society of Civil Engineers - DFW, Arlington, Texas, United States of America. (2018 – 2018).

Professional Meeting Contribution

Attah, A. A. (Author & Presenter), Seminar, Managing Construction Projects, HalfMoon Education Inc. - AIA Provider No. J885, Altoona, WI, United States of America. (2019 – 2019).

Attah, A. (Presenter), 5S: A Program for Business Performance Enhancement, Dallas, Texas, United States of America. (2004 – 2004).

Scholarly Meeting Contribution

Attah, A. A. (Author & Presenter), Annual Conference, Facility Layout with a Focus on Construction Jobsite Layout, Institute of Industrial & Systems Engineers, Montreal, Canada. (2014 – 2014).

Attah, A. A. (Author & Presenter), Annual Conference, Industrial Engineers - Transitioning from Manufacturing to Construction, Institute of Industrial & Systems Engineers, Montreal, Canada. (2014 – 2014).

Attah, A. A. (Author & Presenter), Annual Conference, Use of Holistic Quality Management Approach to Mitigate Construction Risks, Institute of Industrial & Systems Engineers, San Juan, Puerto Rico, United States of America. (2013 – 2013).

Media Contributions

Magazine
"Expert Take for fall issue of the North Texan magazine," North Texan - UNT Magazine - Fall 2021. (September 27, 2021).
Newspaper
"Whistleblower: Workers at risk in Amazon site in Fort Worth," Fort Worth Star Telegram. (February 11, 2021).

Copyrights, Patents

Copyright
ATTAH, A. A., "The Relationship between Information Quality and Construction Safety," TX 8-725-703. Regular, United States, Date Licensed: April 22, 2019 –.

Awards and Honors

Merit Award of Excellence: Gold Award, Nsukka Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NSCCIMA). (October 5, 2022 – October 5, 2022).

Academic Excellence, Golden Key International Honour Society. (April 30, 2014 – April 30, 2014).

Commercial Avionics Systems Outstanding Performance, The Boeing Company. (November 1995 – November 1995).

Service

University Service

Committee Member, Professional Faculty Review Committee. (September 2023 – Present).

Committee Member, Engineering Management Program Steering Committee. (August 2022 – Present).

Member, Clinical Professor Search FY22. (February 28, 2022 – Present).

Member, ME Inclusive Curriculum Working Group. (February 28, 2022 – Present).

Member, ABET. (January 18, 2022 – Present).

Program Organizer, Brasfield & Gorrie General Contractors. (December 12, 2021 – Present).

Member, Diversity & Excellence In Engineering Network (DEEN) Advisory Board. (August 24, 2020 – Present).

Faculty Advisor, National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE). (August 24, 2020 – Present).

Program Organizer, The Core Group - A Construction Management Company. (August 12, 2020 – Present).

Faculty Advisor, Mechanical Engineering. (August 2020 – Present).

Attendee, Meeting, UCC. (August 26, 2019 – Present).

Faculty Advisor, Association of Construction Engineering Technology (ACET). (August 2017 – Present).

Faculty Advisor, ASC Region 5/TEXO Student Competition. (February 18, 2023 – February 20, 2023).

Faculty Advisor, TEXO Competition. (February 19, 2022 – February 21, 2022).

Member, Faculty Search/ME Clinical Faculty. (October 24, 2021 – December 2, 2021).

Member, Faculty Search/ME Assistant Professor. (March 1, 2021 – April 30, 2021).

Faculty Advisor, Department of Engineering Technology. (August 2017 – July 2020).

Committee Member, Awards/Department of Engineering Technology. (August 2017 – May 2020).

Committee Member, Faculty Search Committee/Department of Engineering Technology. (August 2017 – March 2020).

Attendee, Graduation, Department of Engineering Technology. (May 2017 – December 2019).

Member, ABET Accreditation. (August 26, 2019 – October 28, 2019).

Faculty Mentor, STEM in the Park/College of Engineering. (March 2017 – November 2018).

Member, Industry Advisory Board/Construction Engineering Technology. (August 2015 – July 2018).

Professional Service

Member, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Reston, VA. (January 3, 2006 – Present).

Member, Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers, Atlanta, GA. (October 1988 – Present).

Officer, President/Elect/Past, Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers - Construction Division, Atlanta, GA. (May 2013 – April 2015).

Officer, President/Elect/Past, Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers - Dallas Chapter, Dallas, TX. (May 1998 – April 2001).

Public Service

Chairperson, Nsukka USA, Inc., Sayreville, New Jersey. (October 3, 2022 – Present).

Consulting

Professional Design Work – Private, MACVAL Associates LLC, Dallas, Texas, United States of America. (August 2017 – Present).

Professional Design Work – Private, The Burrell Group, United States of America. (February 2011 – August 2016).

Government, Federal Aviation Administration, Fort Worth, Texas, United States of America. (September 18, 2014 – June 21, 2015).

Awards and Honors

Mean Green Faculty/Staff Spotlight, UNT Athletics. (September 21, 2019 – Present).

Citizenship Excellence Award, Nsukka USA, Inc.. (July 18, 2015 – July 18, 2015).

Public Works and Transportation Storm Water Management, City of Dallas. (September 15, 2005 – September 15, 2005).

Certificate of Recognition, The Boeing Company. (2004 – 2004).

Appreciation Award - Value Steam Mapping, The Boeing Company. (June 17, 2003 – June 17, 2003).

Managing Successful Projects, Project Management Institute. (May 1, 2003 – May 1, 2003).

15-Year Service Award, The Boeing Company. (October 12, 2002 – October 12, 2002).

Appreciation Award - Flight Deck Access System Redesign, The Boeing Company. (June 2, 2002 – June 2, 2002).

Conference Speaker, American Society for Quality. (October 8, 2001 – October 8, 2001).

Certificate of Completion, DFW International Airport. (March 20, 2001 – March 20, 2001).

Gold Award for Chapter Leadership, Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers. (1999 – 1999).

Industrial Engineer of the Year, Institute of Industrial Engineers - DFW. (May 15, 1999 – May 15, 1999).