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Juan Camilo Avendano

Assistant Professor | College of Engineering and Science: Department of Mathematics and Systems Engineering

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Expertise

Digital Engineering; Advanced Manufacturing; Digital Twins; AI in Smart Systems; MBSE; Prototyping; Predictive Analysis; Structural Health; Smart Cities; EdTech Tools.

Personal Overview

Dr. Juan Camilo Avendaño is an Assistant Professor in the Mathematics & Systems Engineering Department at the Florida Institute of Technology. With a Ph.D. in Engineering Systems (2020), an M.S. in Systems Engineering, an M.S. in Engineering Management, and a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Dr. Avendaño combines deep academic knowledge with several years of industry experience as a systems consultant. His practical background enhances his expertise in solving complex engineering challenges.

Dr. Avendaño’s research focuses on advancing digital engineering and manufacturing methodologies to support system lifecycle management, integration, and adaptability. His primary interests include digital engineering tools, digital twin models for complex and smart systems, advanced manufacturing techniques, and AI-enhanced systems. His work applies these methods across various sectors, with projects for Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, and Weisman Worldwide. Notably, he has developed data acquisition techniques for bridge inspections and designed advanced prototypes in electronics and biomedical fields, illustrating his commitment to innovation in engineering applications.

A proponent of experiential learning, Dr. Avendaño integrates cutting-edge visualization and prototyping technology into his teaching, guiding students in courses like Systems Analysis and Design for a (AGILE) Modern Systems and Requirements Engineering. These courses emphasize real-world applications, enabling students to develop skills in digital engineering, model-based systems, and complex system design. His dedication to educational innovation has garnered external funding, including the NSF ExLENT grant, which supports his mission to empower youth through advanced manufacturing and microelectronics education.