Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial Engineering (Ph.D.) Dissertation Titles
Altiok, Mehmet Tayfur, "Approximate Allocation of Buffer Capacities in Stochastic Production Lines," 1982, Chair: Shaler Stidham, Jr.
Anderson, John Michael, "Examination Scheduling: Minimizing Student Multiple Examination Days," 1977, Chair: Richard H. Bernhard.
Baker, John Edward, "An Experimental Investigation of Suppression of Sinis Arrhythmia as an Indicator of Mental and Physical Strain," 1974, Co-Chairs: Stanley M. Soliday and Rolin F. Barrett.
Barwick, Allen Joseph, "The Use of Mathematical Programming for Improving Resource Allocation in Higher Educational Systems," 1975, Co-Chairs: Michael J. Magazine and Robert W. Llewellyn.
Beith, Barry Hamilton, "A Study Investigating the Subjective Workload of Individuals and Teams on a Cognitive Task," 1987, Chair: Richard G. Pearson.
Berwanger, Mary Christine, "Design for Maintainability: An Architecture for Machine Reasoning on Fastener Structure in a Constraint Modeling System," 1993, Chair: Robert E. Young.
Birbil, Sevket Ilker, "Stochastic Global Optimization Techniques," 2002, Co-Chairs: Shu-Cherng Fang and Henry L. W. Nuttle.
Bombien, Rudy, "Generating Scheduled Routes For Trucking Services," 2000, Chair: Russell E. King.
Burnette, James Tilson, "A Cumulative Trauma Disorder Risk Assessment Model," 1989, Chair: Mahmoud A. Ayoub.
Carrano, Andres L., "Characterization of Wood Surface Preparation," 2000, Chair: James B. Taylor and C. Thomas Culbreth.
Chiou, Chuang-Jang, "Robust Computational Analysis Methods for Multiple-Axis Machining in CAD/CAM/CNC Systems," 2000, Chair: Yuan-Shin Lee.
Clemente, Gonzalo Jose R., "Effect of Service Factors in the Performance of a Multiline, Multistage Pull Manufacturing System," 1992, Co-Chairs: William A. Smith, Jr. and Jaime Trevino.
Cormier, Denis, "A constraint-Based Genetic Algorithm for Concurrent Engineering," 1995, Co Chairs: Peter O'Grady and Ezat Sanii.
Cruz, Jose Jansuy, "Perturbation Analysis and Design of Networks of Queues," 1988, Chair: Shaler Stidham, Jr.
Culbreth, Charles Thomas, "A Microcomputer Based Part Classification and Coding System to Facilitate Computer Aided Manufacturing Applications in the Furniture Industry," 1984, Co-Chairs: John R. Canada and Anco Prak.
Cunha, Paulo R. Rio La, "An Interactive Compressing Method for Policy Selection in Multi- Purpose Reservoir Management Problems," 1987, Co-Chairs: T.J. Hodgson and W.S Galler.
Curado, Fernando, "The Application of Optimal Control Theory to a Class of Employment Planning Problems," 1972, Co-Chairs: Henry L. W. Nuttle and Clarence J. Maday.
Daboub, Juan Jose A., "Computer Aided Design of Unit Loads: An Integrated Approach," 1989, Co-Chairs: Jamie Trevino and John R. Canada.
Dai, Yue, "Game Theoretic Approach to Supply Chain Management," 2003, Co-Chairs: Shu-Cherng Fang, Xiuli Chao, and Henry L. W. Nuttle.
Das, Biman, "Effects of Production Feedback and Standards on Worker Productivity, Satisfaction, Job Attitudes and Physiological Cost in a Repetitive Human Machine Industrial Production Task," 1979, Chair: Mahmoud A. Ayoub.
Davis, Joseph Randall, "A Transerse Contour Model of Distributed Muscle Forces and Spinal Loads During Lifting and Twisting," 1997, Co-Chairs: Gary A. Mirka and Richard G. Pearson.
Diehl, Alan Edward, "A Systems Dynamic Simulation Model of Occupational Safety and Health Phenomena," 1974, Co-Chairs: Mahmoud A. Ayoub and Rolin F. Barrett.
Ding, Fong Yuen, "Solving a Multistage Stochastic Production/Inventory Problem Using Markov Decision Process Methodologies," 1986, Chair: Thom J. Hodgson.
Earnshaw, Stephanie Reed, "The Location/Allocation of Field Representatives and Trainers to Sites and Start Times," 1999, Co-Chairs: Salah E. Elmaghraby and Yahya Fathi.
Ege, Gul, "Design and Development of a Decision Support System for Funding Type Selection (Inhouse/Extramural) in Government R & D Organizations," 1988, Co-Chairs: Conniesue B. Oldham and Richard H. Bernhard.
Elhadidi, Tarek M., "A Concurrect Engineering System for Highly Customized products," 1994, Chair: James R. Wilson.
Eom, Jae Kyun, "Selection, Design, Control of Material Handling and Storage Systems: An ObjectsOriented and KnowledgeBased Approach," 1992, Co-Chairs: John R. Canada and Jaime Trevino.
Fargher, John S. W., Jr. "Analysis of Manufacturing Strategies in Remanufacturing Cells Using Process Activity-Based Costing," 1997, Chairs: Wm. Smith, Hodgson, Meier, Thomas Johnson.
Febransyah, Ade, "A Feature-Based Approach to Automating High-Level Process Planning," 2001, Co-Chairs: Ezat T. Sanii and Denis R. Cormier.
Fohn, Steffen M., "Dynamic Constraint Satisfaction with the Relational Model for Concurrent Engineering," 1994, Chair: Robert E. Young.
Freitas, Jr., Antonio De Araujo, "Optimal Integrated Maintenance, Overhaul, and Replacement Strategies for Equipment Subject to Deterioration, Obsolescence, Inflation, and Tax Effects," 1982, Chair: John R. Canada.
Gad, Tawfik Ali, "Intergrated Lot Sizing and Unit Load Design for Push and Pull Environment," 1989, Co-Chairs: Jaime Trevino and John R. Canada.
Giachetti, Ronald Edward, "The Mathematics of Triangular Fuzzy Numbers to Support a Model of Imprecision in Design," 1996, Chair: Robert E. Young.
Glasscock, Naomi Frances, "Exploring the Relationships between Psychosocial Factors, Biomechanical Workstyle, Muscle Tension, and Musculoskeletal Discomfort Reporting," 2003, Co-Chairs: Gary A. Mirka and Katherine Klein.
Gokce, Mahmut Ali, "Optimization of Sourcing Decisions in Supply Chains," 2002, Co-Chairs: Russell E. King and Jeffrey A. Joines.
Gonzalez-Miranda, Carlos, "Selection, Design and Control of Material Handling Equipment for Non-Synchronous Assembly Systems," 1995, Co-Chairs: Robert E. Young and Thom J. Hodgson.
Gu, Jiao Zhong, "Using Constraint Modeling Technology to Develop a Dynamic Quality Function Deployment System," 1992, Co-Chairs: Robert E. Young and Thom J. Hodgson.
Han, Di, "Computer Speech Recognition and Expert System Methods for Entering Chinese Characters to Computers," 1990, Co-Chairs: R. D. Rodman, Thom H. Hodgson and Michael G. Joost.
Hodge, George L., "Decision Models for Evaluating Apparel Manufacturing Work Cells," 1990, Chair: John R. Canada.
Houck, Christopher R., "Meta-Heuristics for Manufacturing Problems," 1996, Co-Chairs: Michael G. Kay and Russell E. King.
Huang, Jimmy Chung-Chen, "Decision Support SYstem for Lumber Procurement and Dry Kiln Scheduling: A Fuzzy System Theory Application," 1995, Co-Chairs: C.T. Culbreth and T.J. Hodgson.
Humphrey, David Gene, "A Revised Simplex Search Procedure for Stochastic Simulation Response-Surface Optimization," 1997, Chair: James R. Wilson.
Hurley, Barbara J., "A Simulation-Based Optimization of Design, Operation and Control Factors for a Manufacturing Cell," 1994, Co-Chairs: Jaime Trevino and James R. Wilson.
Irizarry, Maria de Los A., "Simulation-Based Methodology for the Design of World-Class Manufacturing Cells," 1996, Co-Chairs: James R. Wilson and Jaime Trevino.
Jackson, Jr., Harold Vaughn, "A Structured Approach for Classifying and Prioritizing Product Requirements," 1999, Co-Chairs: William. Smith and Wilbur Meier.
Joines, Jeffrey Allen, "Hybrid Genetic Search for Manufacturing Cell Design," 1996, Co-Chairs: Russell E. King and Michael G. Kay.
Joines, Sharon Melissa Bennett, "Using Surface Electromyography to Study Cervical Extensor Muscle Activity: An Investigation of Methodological Considerations and the Effect of Age on Fatigue Development and Recovery," 2002, Chair: Carolyn M. Sommerich.
Jones, Elva Johnson, "Requirements Definition Using Knowledge Based Rule Development and Consensus Technique," 1991, Chair: William A. Smith, Jr.
Jones, Kenneth Lee, "The Implications and Risks of an Agile Manufacturing Industrial Base to U.S. Army Materiel Readiness for Rapid Reaction Major Regional Conflicts", 1995, Co-Chairs: Thom Hodgson and Russell E. King.
Jordon, Paul C., "The Effects of an Extrinsic Group Contingent Reward on Intrinsic Motivation: A Natural Field Experiment," 1981, Chair: William A. Smith, Jr.
Kalbavi, Ganesh R., "Integrated Robot Taskplanning System," 1991, Co-Chairs: Thom J. Hodgson and Ezat T. Sanii.
Kay, Michael George, "Global Vision for the Control of Free Ranging Automatic Guided Vehicle Systems," 1992, Co-Chairs: Ren C. Luo and Thom J. Hodgson.
Kim, Chongsu, "A Representation Formalism for Feature-Based Design as a Formal Concurrent Engineering Approach," 1994, Chair: Peter J. O'Grady.
Kim, Joo-Yong, "A Design Monitoring and Advising System for Rotational Parts Using Constraint Networks," 1991, Chair: Peter J. O'Grady.
Kim, Kyeongtaek, "An Interval Based Approach for Concurrent Engineering Under Imprecision," 1993, Chair: Peter J. O'Grady.
Kim, Kyung Sup, "Object-Oriented Design and Simulation for AGV Systems," 1993, Chair: Russell E. King.
Kim, Yeongho, "An Approach to Large-Scale Concurrent Engineering, 1993, Chair: Peter O'Grady.
Kloypayan, Jirawan, "Solving Complex Modeling of System-on-a-Chip (SOC) Test Automation and Optimal Resource Allocation by Neural Networks," 2002, Chair: Yuan-Shin Lee.
Koc, Bahattin, "Computational Geometric Analysis and Planning for 3D Rapid Prototyping Processes," 2001, Chair: Yuan-Shin Lee.
Koger, Robert Keith, "Decision Analysis Applied to Electric Utility Rate Design," 1984, Co-Chairs: John R. Canada and William A. Smith, Jr.
Koksal, Gulsar, "Robust Design of the Batch Dyeing Process," 1992, Co-Chairs: Yahya Fathi and William A. Smith, Jr.
Kulonda, Dennis Joseph, "An Automotive Emissions Policy Simulator with Illustrative Application to the Analysis of Cost and Benefits of Waiting for Improved Control Technology," 1974, Co-Chairs: Robert W. Llewellyn and Edward W. Erickson.
Lavelle, Jerome Philip, "Development of an Analytical Methodology for the Evaluation of Risk and Uncertainty in the Weighted Evaluation Multi Attribute Decision Analysis Model," 1992, Chair: John R. Canada.
Lawrence, Brad Michael, "Nonlinear System Identification Applied to the Biomechanical Response of the Human Trunk During Sudden Loading," 2002, Co-Chairs: Gary A. Mirka and Gregory Buckner (M.E.).
Lee, Kwan-Heng, "Design of an Intelligent Cell Control System for Automated Manufacturing Systems," 1988, Chair: Peter J. O'Grady.
Lee, Youngrai, "Sliced Profile Based Automatic Extraction of Machined Features from CSG Representation," 1992, Co-Chairs: Ravi O. Mittal and Ezat T. Sanii.
Lertworasirikul, Saowanee, "Fuzzy Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA)," 2002, Co-Chairs: Shu-Cherng Fang, Henry L. W. Nuttle, and Jeffrey A. Joines.
Liao, Yi, "Neural Networks for Pattern Classification and Universal Approximation," 2002, Co-Chairs: Shu-Cherng Fang and Henry L. W. Nuttle.
Liau, Jong-Shin, "A Multi-Valued Logic Based Constraint Modeling System for Concurrent Engineering," 1994, Chair: Robert E. Young.
Liggett, Hampton Roy, "A Multiattribute Framework for Evaluating Manufacturing Cell Performance," 1992, Co-Chairs: John R. Canada and C. Thomas Culbreth.
Liou, Kuanlian, "Path Generation For Welding Robot: An Application of Geometric Modeling System," 1987, Chair: Thom J. Hodgson.
Loetamonphong, Jiranut, "Solving Multi-Objective Optimization Problems with Fuzzy Relation Equation Constraints," 1999, Co-Chairs: Shu-Cherng Fang and Robert E. Young.
Loken-Kim, Kyungho, "Error Detection and Correction in a Speech Recognition System, A Knowledge Based Approach," 1988, Co-Chairs: Thom J. Hodgson and Michael G. Joost.
Mallik, Arup Kumar, "The Scheduling of a Single Processor Under Deterministic Demand for Several Products," 1972, Chair: Salah E. Elmaghraby.
Mansuri, Masud, "Stochastic Plant Layout Design Model for Intermittent Production Facilities," 1979, Chair: John R. Canada and John Arthur Tompkins.
McGinnis Jr., Leon F., "Approximate and Exact Solution Procedures for a Class of Facilities Location Problems," 1975, Chair: Salah E. Elmaghraby.
Mountjoy, Daniel Neal, "Perception-Based Development and Performance Testing of a Non-Linear Map Display," 2001, Chair: James R. Wilson.
Murray, La Tondra Alyce, "The Multimodal Graphical User Interface: Utilizing Auditory Cues as Tools for Performance and Usability," 1998, Chair: Richard G. Pearson.
Oh, Jhong Sik, "A Feature-Based Design Formalism for Concurrent design Assembly," 1995, Co-Chairs: Ravi O. Mittal and T. J. Hodgson.
Oldham, Conniesue Barfield, "The Effects of Regulation on Decision Making in Regulated Utility Organizations," 1982, Chair: William A. Smith, Jr.
Pachauri, Rajendra Kumar, "A Dynamic Model for Forecasting of Electrical Energy Demand in a Specific Region in North and South Carolina," 1974, Co-Chairs: Bernard M. Olsen and Robert W. Llewellyn.
Parks, Judith-Marie Tyler, "Linear Program Construction Using Metamodeling," 2003, Chair: Thom J. Hodgson.
Peng, Kang, "Lot Sizing for Multiechelon Assembly System," 1983, Chair: Henry W. L. Nuttle.
Proctor, Michael David, "The Analytical Effectiveness of Multiattribute Selection Models," 1991, Chair: John R. Canada.
Ramers, Douglas L., "Representing Design for Manufacture Knowledge with Constraints," 1991, Chair: Peter J. O'Grady.
Rasmy, Mohamed Hassan, "MultiAttribute Decision Methods With Application to Regional Blood Centers," 1981, Chair: John R. Canada.
Ren, Yongfu, "Computational Techniques to Improve Efficiency and Accuracy for High Performance Machining of Polyhedral Models," 2003, Chair: Yuan-Shin Lee.
Reodecha, Manop, "A Classification and Coding System for CAD/CAM Applications in the Electronics Industry," 1986, Co-Chairs: Han Bao and John R. Canada.
Ress, David Andrew, "Development of Fuzzy Trigonometric Functions to Support Design and Manufacturing," 1999, Chair: Robert E. Young.
Sayin, Bulent, "Facilities Layout With Multiple Objectives," 1981, Co-Chairs: John R. Canada and James Arthur Tompkins.
Schultz, Scott Richard, "Scheduling Problems with Due Date Objectives and Constraints," Co-Chairs: Thom J. Hodgson and Russell E. King.
Shehata, Souad Nouralla, "Development of Theoretical Foundation for Organizational Productivity Analysis and Measurement," 1987, Chair: William A. Smith, Jr.
Shin, Myong Ho, "Risk Adjusted Present Value and the Determinants of Systematic Risk of a Multiperiod Investment Project," 1985, Chair: Richard H. Bernhard.
Silva Ledezma, Diana C., "An Approach to Tolerances for the Concurrent Design of Products and Manufacturing and Assembly Processes", 1996, Co-Chairs: Thom Hodgson and Carl Zorowski.
Spano, Michael R., "A Hierarchical Multi-Planar Artificial Intelligence Constraint Network Model for the Design of Manufacturing Systems," 1991, Chair: Peter O'Grady.
Stanfield, Paul Michael, "Production Scheduling Under Uncertainty," 1995, Co-Chairs: Russell E. King and Thom J. Hodgson.
Steiger, Natalie Miller, "Improved Batching for Confidence Interval Construction in Steady-State Simulation," 1999, Chair: James R. Wilson.
Taheri, Javad, "Hierarchical Production Planning for Multistage Assembly Systems," 1983, Chair: Henry L. W. Nuttle.
Tan, Phaik-Hoon, "Statistical Analysis of Long-Range Dependent Processes via a Stochastic Intensity Approach, with Applications in Networking," 1999, Chair: James R. Wilson.
Taner, Mehmet Rustu, "Scheduling With Sequence Dependent Setup Times," 2001, Co-Chairs: Thom J. Hodgson and Russell E. King.
Tang, Shih-Yi, "Optimal Geometric Tolerancing Analysis," 1997, Co-Chairs: Thom J. Hodgson and Michael G. Kay.
Terry, William Robert, "A Transfer Function Analysis of the Instability of the Textile Industry," 1977, Chair: Robert W. Llewellyn.
Thoney, Kristin A., "Simultaneous Plant and Supply Chain Scheduling," 2000, Co-Chairs: Thom J. Hodgson and Russell E. King.
Trainor, Timothy Edgar, "Scheduling Military Deployments," 2001, Co-Chairs: Thom J. Hodgson and Russell E. King.
Unnanon, Kittinan, "Adaptive Slicing For The 3D Plotting Rapid Prototyping Process," 2000, Co-Chairs: Ezat T. Sanii and Denis R. Cormier.
Usher, John S., "Estimating Component Reliabilities from Incomplete Accelerated Life Test Data," 1987, Chair: Thom J. Hodgson.
Vail, Rachel Elizabeth, "Data Structure and Navigational Tools: Investigating Cognitive Maps of Software Users," 1993, Chair: Richard G. Pearson.
Velasco Gallegos, David A., "Computer Aided Design of Warehouses", 1996, Co-Chairs: Jaime Trevino and Michael Kay.
Wardono, Bagas, "Algorithms for the Multi-Stage Parallel Machine Problem with Buffer Constraints, Part 1-Part 2," 2001, Chair: Yahya Fathi.
Weintraub, Alexander J., "Scheduling with Alternatives in a Resource Constrained Environment," 1998, Co-Chairs: Thom J. Hodgson and Denis R. Cormier.
Wig, Manmohan Krishan, "Diophantine Programming and the Stock Cutting Problem," 1970, Chair: Salah E. Elmaghraby.
Willshire, Kelli Francisco, "Annoyance Due to Combined Community Noise Sources," 1984, Chair: Richard G. Pearson.
Wilson, Amy Diane, "Scheduling Non-Similar Groups of Jobs on a Flow Line," 2001, Co-Chairs: Russell E. King and Thom J. Hodgson.
Wilson, Carlton M., "Analysis and Control of Large AGV System," 1991, Chair: Thom J. Hodgson.
Wintermute, David Michael, "Splitting of the Stimulus Field During Prolonged Skilled Performance," 1988, Chair: Richard G. Pearson.
Wright, Melanie Clay, "The Effects of Automation on Team Performance and Team Coordination," 2002, Chair: David B. Kaber.
Yaghubian, Arman Rugo, "Decision Support for Dry Kiln Scheduling in the Furniture Industry: A Local Improvement Heuristic Approach," 1998, Co-Chairs: Thom J. Hodgson.
Yight, Ahmet, "A Cell Formation Methodology Based on Fuzzy Set Theory," 1996, Co-Chairs: Jaime Trevino and Thom J. Hodgson.
Zozom, Andrew, Jr., "A Finite Capacity Job Shop Planning and Scheduling System," 1998, Co-Chairs: Thom J. Hodgson and Russell E. King.