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Dr. Peter A.D. Intsiful |
| Title: Teaching Professor Phone: (936) 261-3145 Fax: (936) 261-3149 Email: paintsiful@pvamu.edu Office Location: O’Banion 330 AE Curriculum Vitae: Dr. Intsiful |
Education
Ph.D. in Physics, Howard University, Washington DC
Biography
Dr. Intsiful has had a professional career spanning both academia and the aerospace industry. He received his doctoral education in Physics in Renewable Energy, focusing on Electro-Thermo-Mechanics of Stirling Engine, with minor in Atmospheric Physics from Howard University, Washington, DC in 2007.
Prior to obtaining in his PhD, he worked for nearly a decade in the aerospace industry, specifically at Goddard Space Flight Center, NASA in Greenbelt, Maryland. In this industry, he worked in the capacity of Senior R & D System Engineer. Some of the projects he worked on include: Tracking Data Relay Satellites Systems (TDRSS) and the International Ultraviolet Explorer (IUE) -Telemetry, Payload, Command, Control and Navigation Systems Maintenance; Software Quality Assurance for Geodesic Engineering for satellite ephemeris. His dedication and work ethics earned him a leadership role in developing the Verification & Validation Plan for the International Space Station (ISS) Ground Communication System Network (GCSN).
In academia, he was involved in teaching and leadership roles, serving on the University Faculty Senate and being co-chair for the Undergraduate Science and Mathematics Education Task Force, demonstrating his commitment to advancing STEM education. Currently, he is a teaching professor at Prairie View A & M University, Member of the TXAMU System.
Research Interests
His research interests include: Physics Education, Upper Atmospheric Physics, Peaceful Application of Space Science and Technology for Sustainable Development, and Application of Stirling Engine to Deep Space Exploration.
Work History
- Adjunct Professor/Lecturer II: Department of Chemistry & Physics, Prairie View A&M University, Prairie View, Texas 77446, USA (2015/2018-present)
- Lecturer: of Physics & Astronomy, Howard University, Washington, DC
(2007-2014)
- Adjunct Professor: of Physics, University of District of Columbia, Washington, DC (2010-2012)
- Research Assoc./Project Manager: NASA&HBCU, Howard U. Beltsville, MD (2003-2007)
- R & D Engineer: Loral AeroSys, GSFC/NASA, Greenbelts, MD (1987-1992)
- Spacecraft Systems Analyst: Allied-Signal Corp., GSFC/NASA, Greenbelts, MD (1983-1987)
Memberships
- The American Physical Society (APS)
- American Association of University Professors (AAUP)
Teaching Interests
Teaching Statement/Philosophy
My experience at NASA has profoundly shaped my approach as a teaching professor, instilling in me a deep respect for inquiry, collaboration, and the application of knowledge to real-world challenges. These values are central to my teaching philosophy, which is founded on three principles: fostering critical thinking through experiential learning, promoting inclusivity, and inspiring students to embrace lifelong learning.
Ultimately, my goal as a teaching professor is to instill in students the same sense of purpose, curiosity, and resilience that my work at NASA has instilled in me. I strive to prepare students not only to succeed academically but also to contribute meaningfully to a rapidly changing world, equipped with the skills, empathy, and determination to make a lasting impact.
Courses Taught
General Physics I
General Physics II
University Physics I
University Physics II
General Physics Lab I
General Physics Lab II
University Physics Lab I
University Physics Lab II
Advance Lab
Mechanics I
Statistical Mechanics
Teaching Schedule: Spring 2025
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Section
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Days
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Room
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Time
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| PHYS 1302-P03 – General Physics II | TR | NSCI 303 | 9:30-10:50 am |
| PHYS 1302-P03 – General Physics II | TR | NSCI 303 | 11:00 am-12:20 pm |
| PHSC 1317-P03 – Physical Science II | TR | HSB 116 | 12:30-1:50 pm |
| PHSC 1317-P02 – Physical Science II | TR | HSB 116 | 2:00-3:20 pm |
| PHYS 1302-Z01 – General Physics II | NA | NA | Online |
Teaching Schedule: Fall 2024
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Section
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Days
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Room
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Time
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| PHYS 1301-P04 – General Physics I | MWF | NSCI 301 | 10:00-10:50 am |
| PHSC 1315-P01 – Physical Science I | MWF | NSCI 301 | 1:00-1:50 pm |
| PHYS 1301-Z01 – General Physics I | NA | NA | Online |
| PHYS 1301-Z03 – General Physics I | NA | NA | Online |
| PHYS 2126-P83 – University Physics Lab II | M | NSCI 301 | 5:00-6:50 pm |
| PHYS 1102-P81 – General Physics Lab II | W | NSCI 301 | 2:00-3:50 pm |
| PHYS 2126-P84 – University Physics Lab II | W | NSCI 301 | 5:00-6:50 pm |