Michael A. Magill

Technical Interests

Areas of technical expertise include: Solid Mechanics, Mechanics of Materials, Fatigue and Fracture Mechanics, Applied Structures, Structural Inspection, Finite Elements, Computer-aided Analysis

Degrees

• 1980, Bachelors of Science, Mechanical Engineering, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK
• 1988, Masters of Science, Mechanical Engineering, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK
• 1995, Ph.D., Civil Engineering, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK

Academic Experience

• 1995–2002, Department Head and Professor, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
• 1986–1995, Professor, Division of Engineering Technology, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK

Courses Taught

• Applied Fatigue and Fracture Mechanics
• Applied Strength of Materials
• Applied Strength of Materials Lab
• Statics & Dynamics
• Machine Dynamics and Vibrations
• Machine Elements
• Machine Design I
• Computational Methods
• Computer Systems for Technology
• Machine Tool Practices
• Manufacturing Processes Lab
• Materials Testing
• Computer-Aided Analysis
• Technical Drawing
• Computer Integrated Manufacturing Lab

Industrial & Business Experience (4 years)

• Department of Interior, Structural Engineer/Project Supervisor, Denver, CO
• Department of Interior, Computer Analyst, King Salmon, AK
• Amoco Production Company, Production Systems Engineer, Denver, CO

Professional Registrations

• Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Indiana
• Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Oklahoma

Professional Memberships

• Technology Accreditation Commission of Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (TAC-ABET) — MET Program Evaluator
• American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) — Past National Chair for MET Department Heads Committee (METDHC); Board on Engineering Education (BEE)
• American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) — Past Chair of Mechanics Division
• Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) — Formerly Faculty Advisor for 10 Years
• American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)

Awards and Honors

• 1998 MET Outstanding Undergraduate Teacher, Purdue University
• 1997 SOT Outstanding Non-tenured Faculty Award, Purdue University
• 1997 MET Outstanding Non-tenured Faculty Award, Purdue University
• 1997 MET Outstanding Undergraduate Teacher, Purdue University
• 1995 Outstanding Teacher Award, Midwest Region of the American Society of Engineering Educators
• 1994 Excellent Teacher Award, Oklahoma State University, College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
• 1992 NPS Fast Track Award (Engineering/Construction Division of National Park Service)
• 1991 Excellent Young Teacher Award, Oklahoma State University, College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology

Interests and Activities

Running marathons, bicycling, backpacking, adventure, and especially my wife and three children.