Hector Estrada

Hector Estrada is Professor of Civil Engineering at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California, holding office in Chambers 223. He served as Chair of the Civil Engineering Department from August 2006 through August 2010, spearheading development of the Master of Science in Engineering Science program. Previously, he chaired the Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering at Texas A&M University-Kingsville where he established the architectural engineering program. His professional appointments include visiting research roles at NASA, Texas Tech University, and the US Army Engineer Research and Development Center - Construction Engineering Research Laboratory, alongside structural engineering consulting work.

Dr. Estrada earned all academic degrees from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign:

• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Structural)
• M.S. in Civil Engineering (Structural)
• B.S. in Civil Engineering, honors

His research focuses on advanced materials applications for infrastructure systems and engineering education, encompassing composite materials in infrastructure/piping/pressure vessels, structural mechanics, and earthquake engineering. Funded by the Texas Department of Transportation, National Science Foundation, Texas Transportation Institute, and American Society of Civil Engineers, his work bridges theoretical innovation with practical structural solutions. He maintains active teaching responsibilities in structural engineering and mechanics across undergraduate and graduate levels.

Recent publications reveal a strong trajectory toward sustainable infrastructure solutions, with emphasis on composite material durability (particularly FRP systems), nanotechnology integration in civil engineering, and structural analysis methodologies. His research demonstrates consistent innovation in material science applications for resilient infrastructure, spanning experimental durability testing, nanocomposite electrical properties, and leakage mechanics in critical structural joints.

No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials.

Dr. Estrada has secured substantial research funding from major transportation and engineering organizations while maintaining active industry consulting practice. His extensive publication record—including three major textbooks and numerous journal articles—demonstrates significant scholarly impact. Although specific current advisees aren't listed, his departmental leadership roles and textbook authorship indicate deep commitment to academic mentorship and curriculum development in civil engineering education.