selected publications academic article Zhan, W., Porter, J. R., & Morgan, J. A. (2014). Experiential Learning of Digital Communication Using LabVIEW. 57(1), 34-41. Porter, J. R., & Morgan, J. A. (2003). Wireless mobile platform: A tool to implement a distance learning laboratory for teaching computer-based instrumentation and control. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING EDUCATION. 19(3), 468-477. Morgan, J. A., Campbell, J. A., Young, R. E., & Reid, T. G. (1986). The kaspar wire-forming machine: An application of physical simulation to the design and implementation of an automated process control system. Computers and Industrial Engineering. 10(2), 89-97. YOUNG, R. E., CAMPBELL, J. A., & MORGAN, J. A. (1984). PHYSICAL SIMULATION - THE USE OF SCALED-DOWN FULLY FUNCTIONAL COMPONENTS TO ANALYZE AND DESIGN AUTOMATED PRODUCTION SYSTEMS. Computers and Industrial Engineering. 8(1), 73-85. conference paper Porter, J., Morgan, J., Zhan, W., & Johnson, M. (2016). Multidisciplinary Engineering Technology: Addressing the Change in Industry Workforce Needs Morgan, J. A., Porter, J. R., Rojdev, K., Carrejo, D., & Colozza, A. J. (2014). NASA Wireless Smart Plug: A Successful ESET Capstone Design Project. ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Conference Proceedings. 24.927.1-24.927.15. Morgan, J. A., Porter, J. R., & Zhan, W. (2013). A NEW COURSE ON PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT FOR ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY. ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Conference Proceedings. 23.79.1-23.79.14. Porter, J. R., Morgan, J. A., & Zhan, W. (2013). ELECTRONIC PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT EXPERIENCES FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS: A NASA SPONSORED EXAMPLE. ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Conference Proceedings. 23.472.1-23.472.16. Zhan, W., Morgan, J. A., & Leonard, M. (2013). Project Management for Undergraduate and High School Students. ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Conference Proceedings. 23.992.1-23.992.17. Baumgartner, H., Twigge, D., Robson, N., & Morgan, J. (2012). Articulated suspension exploratory platform: A compact law cost research platform capable of operating in rough terrains. 754-766. Porter, J. R., Zoghi, B. B., Morgan, J. A., & Zhan, W. (2012). Product and system development: Creating a new focus for an electronics engineering technology program. ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Conference Proceedings. 25.1071.1-25.1071.17. Morgan, J. A., Porter, J. R., Twigge, D. W., Block, J., & Byrd, M. (2012). E-CLOCK: A WIKI-BASED OUTREACH AND RECRUITMENT TOOL. ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Conference Proceedings. 25.483.1-25.483.17. Robson, N., & Morgan, J. A. (2012). INTRODUCING FACULTY RESEARCH TO UNDERGRADUATE ENGINEERING STUDENTS: ENHANCING ACTIVE COOPERATIVE LEARNING. ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Conference Proceedings. Zhan, W., Goulart, A., Morgan, J. A., & Bird, M. A. (2012). Integration of Capstone Experience and Externally Funded Faculty Research. ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Conference Proceedings. 25.818.1-25.818.17. Zhan, W., Morgan, J. A., & Porter, J. R. (2012). AC 2012-2936: TEACHING DIGITAL COMMUNICATION USING LABVIEW. ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Conference Proceedings. Morgan, J., Wright, G., Robson, N., Baumgartner, H., & Lopez, J. (2011). Development of a standardized ground mobile platform for research and education. 110-129. Zhan, W., Goulart, A., Morgan, J. A., & Porter, J. R. (2011). AC 2011-294: INTEGRATED LABORATORY CURRICULA AND COURSE PROJECTS ACROSS THE ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM. ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Conference Proceedings. 22.894.1-22.894.14. Morgan, J. A., Porter, J. R., & Zhan, W. (2011). Krisys: A Low-Cost, High-Impact Recruiting and Outreach Tool. ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Conference Proceedings. 22.991.1-22.991.18. Schmidt, K., Cerney, J., Becker, R., Duffy, P., Goulart, A., & Morgan, J. (2009). The Design of a Low-Cost Wide Area Network Simulator. Lecture Notes in Computer Science. 200-205. Zhan, W., Beasley, R., Porter, J., & Morgan, J. (2009). Circuit Analysis And Electrical Power System Curricular Development For The Power Engineering Technology Program. 14.321.1-14.321.12. Porter, J., Morgan, J., & Zhan, W. (2009). Development Of A "Smart" Sensor: An Integrated Instrumentation Course Project. 14.468.1-14.468.11. Perales, T., Morgan, J., & Porter, J. (2009). A Labview Fpga Toolkit To Teach Digital Logic Design. 14.40.1-14.40.14. Porter, J., Morgan, J., Zhan, W., & Wright, G. (2009). Supporting an emphasis in product development: Integrating electronics design, simulation and implementation CAD tools across the curriculum. ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Conference Proceedings. Porter, J., Morgan, J., & Scruggs, R. (2008). Embedding Business Students Into Eet/Tet E4 E Teams. 13.483.1-13.483.10. Morgan, J., Porter, J., & Lockard, M. (2007). The ethics, leadership and entrepreneurship seminar: Helping students to become leaders Porter, J., & Morgan, J. (2007). Engineering Entrepreneurship Educational Experience (E4) Initiative: A New Model For Success. 12.631.1-12.631.11. Morgan, J., & Porter, J. (2006). Engineering Entrepreneurship Educational Experience (E4) Initiative: Bringing Entrepreneurship To The Undergraduate Classroom. 11.560.1-11.560.9. Porter, J., Wright, G., & Morgan, J. (2005). Managing Senior Design Projects To Maximize Success: The Tat Team. ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Conference Proceedings. 10.914.1-10.914.11. Porter, J., Ochoa, J., & Morgan, J. (2004). Project Live: A Classroom For Students On The Go. ASEE Annual Conference Proceedings. 9.1023.1-9.1023.10. Porter, J., & Morgan, J. (2003). A Web Based Instrumentation Platform For Use In Distance Learning. ASEE Annual Conference Proceedings. 8.143.1-8.143.10. Porter, J., & Morgan, J. (2003). Education Through Competition: Mobile Platform Technology. ASEE Annual Conference Proceedings. 8.463.1-8.463.11. Porter, J., Barbee, C., Lenahan, B., Warren, M., & Morgan, J. (2002). Implementing A Wireless Network Infrastructure To Enhance Et Curriculum. ASEE Annual Conference Proceedings. 7.634.1-7.634.10. Porter, J., Zoghi, B., & Morgan, J. (2002). Integrating Project Management Into The Capstone Senior Design Course. ASEE Annual Conference Proceedings. 7.700.1-7.700.9. Abe, T., Thurlkill, R., Kurpad, K., Porter, J., Vaughan, A., & Morgan, J. (2001). Protein Titration Control And Monitoring System: A Collaborative, Real World Course Project. ASEE Annual Conference Proceedings. 6.820.1-6.820.13. Ochoa, J. A., Witz, J., Eshani, M., & Morgan, J. (1999). Advanced law enforcement vehicle electronics and associated power Swaminadham, M., Ransom, D. L., & Morgan, J. A. (1995). Pneumatic bearing application to reduce shaft vibration. American Society of Mechanical Engineers (Paper). Porter, J., Alvarado, J., Morgan, J., Poston, J., Peddicord, K., & Crenshaw, J. Power Engineering Technology: A New Program Targeted At The Nuclear Power Industry. ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Conference Proceedings. 13.986.1-13.986.9.
co-principal investigator on Collaborative Research: Connected STEM - Promoting STEM Education through Connected Devices and Building Automation awarded by National Science Foundation - (Arlington, Virginia, United States) 2016 - 2020
teaching activities ENTC484 Professional Internship:in-ab Instructor ENTC489 Sptp: Cpstne Proj Mgmt&design Instructor ESET219 Digital Electronics Instructor ESET419 Engr Tech Capstone I Instructor ESET420 Engr Tech Capstone Ii Instructor
education and training Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering, Texas A&M University - (College Station, Texas, United States) 1983 M.S. in Industrial Engineering, Texas A&M University - (College Station, Texas, United States) 1980 B.S. in Electrical Engineering, California State University, Sacramento - (Sacramento, California, United States) 1975
awards and honors Charlotte and Walter Buchanan Faculty Fellow, conferred by Texas A&M University - (College Station, Texas, United States), 2015 Association of Former Students University-Level Distinguished Achievement Award, The, conferred by Texas A&M University - (College Station, Texas, United States), 2014 Association of Former Students College-Level Teaching Distinguished Achievement Award, The, conferred by Texas A&M University - (College Station, Texas, United States), 2011
mailing address Texas A&M University Engineering Technology 3367 TAMU College Station, TX 77843-3367 USA