Engineering online master’s programs rank in top 30 for veterans
For the second time in three years, the distance education master’s programs in the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering are recognized and ranked by U.S. News and World Report.
Tag: "Department of Mechanical Engineering"
What is the best mask for COVID-19? A mechanical engineer explains the science after 2 years of testing masks in his lab
Christian L'Orange, a mechanical engineer who has been testing the performance of masks for the state of Colorado since the beginning of the pandemic, explains new CDC guidelines and the science of what makes for a good mask.
Team of Colorado State University researchers taking wastewater epidemiology to next level
While the campus and state wastewater testing programs have functioned well as part of the overall pandemic response, Susan De Long and her collaborators want to streamline the process so it can be applied more broadly.
Providing better protection against COVID
"Any mask might be like a seatbelt," John Volckens said. "But an N95 is a car with front airbags, side impact airbags, early warning detection, sensors for proximities." (Coloradoan)
Steven “Doc” Schaeffer retires from mechanical engineering, leaves legacy of hands-on education
Steven “Doc” Schaeffer retires after 29 years at CSU. His legacy includes growing the Engineering Manufacturing Education Center threefold and cementing experiential learning into the mechanical engineering curriculum.
Omicron has arrived in Colorado. Here’s what we know about how COVID spreads in the air
To figure out how to respond, CSU's Dan Goble teamed up with a professor from another part of the university: John Volckens, a mechanical engineer. (Colorado Public Radio)
Farewell to Academic & Student Affairs head Anthony Marchese
"Anthony developed a cult following among the students for his concern for their careers and well-being. We will miss Anthony greatly, but he absolutely deserves to be leading an organization and I’m really excited for Anthony in his new role," said Bryan Willson, executive director of the CSU Energy Institute.
Pioneering materials science engineering student is school’s first Ph.D. grad to walk at commencement
When Roberta Maia Sabino graduated from college in her home country of Brazil and was looking for places to pursue graduate work abroad in chemical and biological engineering, she came across Colorado State University Professor Matt Kipper’s webpage.
Skilled workers are needed in the San Luis Valley. A new college program could be an answer.
Students in one of Colorado’s poorest regions will soon be able to get a CSU engineering degree without leaving their hometown. (Colorado Sun)
Study shows men spread COVID particles more than other populations
Dan Goble, director of CSU's School of Music, Theater and Dance partnered with John Volckens, a professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, to conduct the study. (CBS News)