Lavi Zamstein, Ph.D.

Education 

Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, University of Florida, 2009 
ME Electrical Engineering, University of Florida, 2003 
BSE Computer Engineering, Tulane University, 2001 

Bio 

Lavi Zamstein teaches computer engineering with a focus on robotics and machine intelligence. 

He previously taught at Columbus State University, where he designed and created a degree program for a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Robotics Engineering, and at Doane University, where he taught as the university’s only electrical engineer. 

Courses Taught 

• Programming (Matlab, Python, C++) 

• Digital Logic, Circuits 

• Introduction to Robotics 

• Robotics Engineering Design 

• Signal Processing 

• Communication and Engineering Practice 

• Computer Networks and Communications 

• Intelligent Machine Design 

• Kinematics 

• Dynamics of Robotic Manipulators 

Research Interests 

• Adversarial Reinforcement Learning 

•  Intelligent Machines and Robotics 

Zamstein, L.; Smith, B.; and Hodhod, R. "A Comparative Study of Opponent Type Effects on Speed of Learning for an Adversarial Q-Learning Agent." IEEE Southeastcon Region 3 Conference, 2019. 

Professional Service and Affiliations 

Professional Memberships 

IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers), AUVSI (Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International) 
 
Editorial / Conference Roles 

IEEE FIE (Frontiers In Education) paper reviewer (2023-present) 

Session chair (IEEE Southeastcon Region 3 Conference 2019) 

Community and Public Engagement 

FIRST Lego League Technical Judge 2017-2021 
FIRST Robotics Judge 2017-2021