April 17, 2023: George Halow

April 17, 2023
4:00 p.m.
Room: 190 Goodwin Hall
George Halow, University of Michigan 
Faculty Host: Dr. Pat Artis

"University of Michigan Integrated MBSE and Systems Engineering"

Abstract:  The University of Michigan has launched a Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) course series which integrates tools, processes, and deep linkages with industry to create an ecosystem which is drawing rave reviews from industry and students alike.  Professor of Practice George Halow will share how Michigan Aerospace Engineering are defining a new way to look at engineering education through unique application of engineering tools and processes.

Bio:  George F. Halow has been a Professor of Practice in Aerospace Engineering since May 1, 2019 after a distinguished career as an executive at Ford Motor Company.  At Ford, he held numerous positions in engineering, manufacturing, and strategy and was the Chief Program Engineer of Expedition, Navigator, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Town Car, and Ranger at various points in his career.  At the University of Michigan, he created an Introduction to the Aerospace Enterprise course for primarily freshmen and sophomores, covering the aerospace industry, leadership, culture, and communication, and careers in aerospace.  He is launching an all-new Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and systems engineering leadership course series starting in fall, 2022.  The course series, which is unprecedented at the undergraduate level, has garnered strong corporate interest, and corporate donations have enabled the build of an MBSE Leadership Lab for the courses and student project team collaboration.  George is also the Program Director of a new online Master of Engineering in Aerospace Leadership degree program which is launching in fall, 2023.  George has a bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Maryland, a master's in Mechanical Engineering from Cornell University, and an MBA from INSEAD in France.  In his 3+ years at the University of Michigan, he has been the recipient of the following awards:

 Sigma Gamma Tau Top Teacher Award (2020)

 Aerospace Engineering Department Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Impact Award (2021)

 Aerospace Engineering Department Significant Achievement Award (2022)