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Columbia Engineering Researcher with Apple & GM Experience|STEM Expert
Abdulsamad S.

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I’m a Columbia University Mechanical Engineering student with experience at Apple, General Motors, and Columbia research laboratories, alongside over 6 years of tutoring and mentoring experience. My expertise is broad, spanning mathematics, calculus, physics, engineering, data science, programming, public speaking, leadership, and professional development. I bring practical industry and research experience into my teaching, helping students not only understand challenging concepts but also...

I’m a Columbia University Mechanical Engineering student with experience at Apple, General Motors, and Columbia research laboratories, alongside over 6 years of tutoring and mentoring experience. My expertise is broad, spanning mathematics, calculus, physics, engineering, data science, programming, public speaking, leadership, and professional development. I bring practical industry and research experience into my teaching, helping students not only understand challenging concepts but also develop the problem-solving, communication, and confidence needed to succeed academically and professionally.

I am also a former college admissions counselor where I supported students through the college application process. At Columbia, I have led large engineering teams through Formula One Racing and held leadership positions in the African Student Association and National Society of Black Engineers. These experiences have strengthened my skills in communication, mentorship, organization, teamwork, and public speaking. I also pursue a minor in Middle Eastern, South Asian, and African Studies (MESAAS), giving me an interdisciplinary academic background that extends well beyond engineering.

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Education

Columbia University
Mechanical Eng.

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ACT Math

ACT Math

I earned a 35 on the ACT Math section and have extensive experience tutoring students in algebra, geometry, trigonometry, statistics, and advanced problem-solving. As a Mechanical Engineering student at Columbia University, I regularly apply mathematical concepts to calculus, physics, engineering, and data analysis. I focus on helping students understand why a solution works, while building the speed, accuracy, and problem-solving strategies needed for the ACT. I also provide targeted practice and work through real ACT-style problems to identify and strengthen areas for improvement.
ACT Science

ACT Science

I earned a 35 on the ACT Science section and have extensive experience working with scientific data, experiments, graphs, and analytical problem-solving. As a Mechanical Engineering student at Columbia University, I regularly apply principles from physics, chemistry, biology, and engineering to research and coursework. I help students develop the skills ACT Science emphasizes most: interpreting graphs and tables, identifying trends, evaluating experiments, and extracting relevant information quickly. My approach combines ACT-specific strategies with clear explanations and targeted practice to build both accuracy and confidence.
Algebra 1

Algebra 1

I have 6+ years of tutoring experience and an exceptional foundation in mathematics through my Mechanical Engineering coursework at Columbia University. I help students build confidence in Algebra 1 by breaking down concepts clearly, working through examples, and providing targeted practice to reinforce understanding.
Algebra 2

Algebra 2

I have 6+ years of tutoring experience and an exceptional foundation in mathematics through my Mechanical Engineering coursework at Columbia University. I help students build confidence in Algebra 1 by breaking down concepts clearly, working through examples, and providing targeted practice to reinforce understanding.
Calculus

Calculus

I’m a Columbia Mechanical Engineering student with extensive experience applying physics to real-world engineering problems. My coursework and research have covered mechanics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, vibrations, heat transfer, and classical and quantum waves. I help students connect mathematical equations to physical intuition rather than simply memorizing formulas. I have 6+ years of tutoring and mentoring experience with students at different academic levels.
College Counseling

College Counseling

I’m a Columbia University student and former college admissions company founder who mentored 50+ students through the college application process. I provided guidance on school selection, extracurricular strategy, personal statements, and developing compelling, authentic applications. My own experience spans engineering, research, industry, leadership, and student organizations, giving me a broad perspective on how students can effectively present their experiences. I focus on helping students develop a cohesive application that reflects their individual strengths, interests, and goals.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

I help students strengthen their writing through clear structure, compelling arguments, effective storytelling, and strong revision strategies. As a Columbia University student and former college admissions counselor who has mentored dozens of students through academic and application writing, I focus on helping students develop their own authentic voice while improving clarity, organization, grammar, and style. Whether you're working on school essays, research papers, scholarship applications, or college admissions essays, I provide detailed feedback and actionable guidance to elevate your writing.
Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

I’m a Columbia Mechanical Engineering student with hands-on engineering experience at Apple, General Motors, and Columbia research laboratories. My experience includes CAD, mechanics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, materials, FEA, product design, testing, and engineering analysis. I also led a 50+ member engineering team through Columbia Formula One Racing, giving me extensive experience applying engineering principles to complex systems. I can support students with both coursework and practical engineering projects.
Physical Science

Physical Science

I am a Mechanical Engineering student at Columbia University with extensive coursework and hands-on experience across physics, mechanics, thermodynamics, materials science, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, controls, and engineering applications of physical science. Beyond the classroom, I have applied these concepts through engineering research, product development internships at Apple and General Motors, and leadership as Chief Engineer of Columbia Formula Racing's powertrain team. My research experience includes biomechanics and material testing, finite element analysis, experimental design, and data analysis, while my industry experience has involved thermal systems, energy conversion, product validation, and engineering problem-solving at scale. I help students build a strong conceptual understanding of physical science rather than simply memorizing formulas. Whether you're studying forces and motion, energy, electricity and magnetism, waves, thermodynamics, materials, or scientific problem-solving, I work through examples step-by-step, connect concepts to real-world engineering applications, and provide additional practice to strengthen mastery and confidence.
Physics

Physics

I’m a Columbia Mechanical Engineering student with extensive experience applying physics to real-world engineering problems. My coursework and research have covered mechanics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, vibrations, heat transfer, and classical and quantum waves. I help students connect mathematical equations to physical intuition rather than simply memorizing formulas. I have 6+ years of tutoring and mentoring experience with students at different academic levels.
PSAT

PSAT

I have over six years of experience tutoring middle school, high school, and college students in standardized test preparation, including PSAT, SAT, and ACT math and science. As a 35 ACT scorer and current Mechanical Engineering student at Columbia University, I help students strengthen problem-solving skills, improve test-taking strategies, and build confidence under timed conditions. I have worked with students from a wide range of academic backgrounds, tailoring study plans to their goals and learning styles. My approach focuses on mastering core concepts, identifying patterns in exam questions, and developing efficient strategies to maximize scores.
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

I am a Mechanical Engineering student at Columbia University with extensive experience speaking, presenting, teaching, and facilitating discussions in academic, professional, and leadership settings. As former Vice President of Columbia's National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), President of the African Student Association, and a former Resident Advisor, I have led workshops, professional development programs, recruiting events, outreach initiatives, and presentations for audiences ranging from small groups to events with over 1,500 attendees. I have also mentored students through college admissions, technical interviews, leadership development, and public presentations. I help students improve speech organization, audience engagement, confidence, presentation delivery, storytelling, interview communication, and professional speaking skills.
SAT Math

SAT Math

I scored a 780 on SAT Math and have extensive experience tutoring students in algebra, geometry, trigonometry, statistics, and advanced problem-solving. As a Mechanical Engineering student at Columbia University, I regularly use mathematics across calculus, physics, engineering, and data analysis. I help students build both conceptual understanding and the speed and accuracy needed for the SAT, with a focus on recognizing efficient solution methods and avoiding common mistakes. My tutoring combines detailed walkthroughs of SAT-style problems with targeted practice based on each student's strengths and areas for improvement.
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