Lea A. Catapang
Lecturer
Academic Qualifications Obtained
| 2005 | Master of Science in Mathematics, Batangas State University, Philippines |
| 1996 | Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Batangas State University, Philippines |
Professional Certifications
| 2023 | Google Data Analytics Certification, Coursera (Online) |
| 2022 | Data Analysis with R Programming Certification, Coursera (Online) |
| 2022 | The Structured Query Language (SQL) Certification, Coursera (Online) |
Teaching Expertise
| 2013-2022 | Senior Instructor, Math & Science Division, Bahrain Training Institute, Bahrain |
| 2010-2013 | Lecturer, Batangas State University, Philippines |
| 2003-2009 | Guest Lecturer, Department of Science and Technology (Region 4A- Enrichment Programmes), Philippines |
| 1998-2010 | Instructor, Batangas State University, Philippines |
Research
Areas of Research Interest
Role of applied and pure mathematics in modern technology such as machine learning and computational algorithms.
Publications
- Catapang, L.A. & Mendaje, J. R (2024, June). “Convergence Analysis of Newton-Cotes Methods: Optimizing Sub-Intervals Selection for Precise Integral Approximation”, Applied Mathematics and Sciences: An International Journal (MathSJ). https://www.airccse.com/mathsj/vol11.html
- Catapang, L.A. (2020). Automated Sentiment Analysis in Approximating Human Sentiments. Conference paper presented at the AI for All conference, BIBF, Bahrain. https://www.bibf.com/aiforall/day-2-speakers/
Boards, Advisory committees, Professional organizations
- Support Team, Math Offering Academic Committee Sub-Group, Bahrain Polytechnic, Bahrain (2022)
- Head, Internal Quality Assurance, Math and Science Division, Bahrain Training Institute, Bahrain (2018-2020)
- Facilitator, Team Building Committee, Bahrain Training Institute, Bahrain (2017-2018)
- Member, Internal Quality Assurance, Math and Science Division, Bahrain Training Institute, Bahrain (2016-2017)
- Member, Mapping Panel, Bahrain Training Institute, Bahrain (2016-2017)
- Member, Curriculum Development Committee, Bahrain Training Institute, Bahrain (2015-2016)
- Assistant Director, Scholarship Office, Batangas State University, Philippines (2009-2010)
- Head, Department of Mathematics, Batangas State University, Philippines (2007-2009)
- Trainer, Philippine Science Consortium, Philippines (2007-2009)
- Member, Mathematical Society of the Philippines (2000-2010)
