Signal Processing Electrical Engineering

Leana Baalbaki

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Education

University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn, MI

Bachelor of Science, Major in Electrical Engineering, GPA: 3.2 Aug. 2021 – Dec. 2024

• Relevant Coursework: Automatic Control Systems, Analog & Discrete Signals & Systems, Intro to Digital Signal Processing, Electronic Circuits, Analog and Digital Comm. Sys., Microprocessors and Embedded Systems, Robot Vision Work Experience

AAA Heating and Cooling Dearborn, MI

HVAC Safety Compliance Coordinator Jan. 2021 – Present

• Gained in-depth knowledge and hands-on skills in repairing, maintaining, and installing air-conditioning systems through comprehensive shadowing of industry experts.

• Proactively managed inventory by purchasing and stocking essential parts and equipment, anticipating future job requirements.

• Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols, contributing to a record of zero workplace accidents during my tenure.

• Played a key role in ensuring regulatory compliance by scheduling violation inspections with city officials, handling permit processes, and submitting corrections for any identified violations. Projects

Directional Awareness Device for the Hearing-Impaired Sep. 2023 – Apr. 2024

• Recipient of both the ”Best in Electrical and Computer Engineering Senior Design Award” and the ”Alumni Advisory Council Innovation Award” for outstanding contributions to Project ECHO

• Playing a key role in the development of a wearable device designed to enhance spatial awareness for the hearing impaired, focusing on advanced audio processing techniques

• Developing and implementing a bandpass FIR filter to optimize sound signal processing; determined the effective frequency range through empirical testing involving diverse student groups on campus

• Contributing to the design and execution of the device’s electrical circuitry, including wiring and soldering, as well as managing power supply configurations to ensure robust and continuous operation

• Enhanced user experience by designing and integrating intuitive physical buttons for seamless switching between operational modes—Social, Commuting, and Sleep—enabling immediate environmental adaptation

• Implemented GPIO connections for real-time user interactions, including threshold adjustments and emergency stop features, ensuring user safety and comfort in diverse acoustic environments Analysis of Difference Equations Using MATLAB Oct. 2023 – Nov. 2023

• Conducted Thorough Analysis: Utilized MATLAB for solving and simulating linear and time-invariant systems based on constant-coefficient difference equations, demonstrating advanced technical skills

• Applied in Diverse Contexts: Adapted methods to analyze system responses to various inputs such as delta functions, step functions, and ramp sequences, showcasing versatility in signal processing

• Achieved Accurate System Modeling: Successfully determined system parameters and responses, evidenced by detailed MATLAB visualizations, enhancing understanding of digital signal dynamics

• Introduced robust error-handling techniques, ensuring seamless user experience even when image assets are missing Leadership/Extracurriculars

Society of Woman Engineers University of Michigan, Dearborn, MI Outreach Coordinator Aug. 2023 – Apr. 2024

Red Cross University of Michigan, Dearborn, MI

Vice President Jan. 2023 – Dec. 2023

NSLS Honor Society University of Michigan, Dearborn, MI Member Aug. 2021 – Apr. 2022

Skills

Hardware/Software: MATLAB, Simulink, Circuitry, Signal Processing, Power Distrubtion, Soldering, PSpice, C, C++, Oscilloscope, Microcontroller, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, AI Prompting Languages: Arabic, French, Wolof

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