Hung-da Wan

Hung-da Wan, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor and Assistant Chair in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Texas at San Antonio's Margie and Bill Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design. His office is located in the Engineering Building (EB 3.04.50), and he can be contacted at 210-458-6325 or hungda.wan@utsa.edu.

Education:

• Ph.D. from Virginia Tech

Research Focus: Dr. Wan specializes in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, process optimization, and industrial systems engineering. His work extends to cybersecurity in manufacturing environments, educational improvement through operational principles, and nonprofit sector efficiency. Recent research demonstrates strong emphasis on practical implementation of continuous improvement frameworks across diverse operational contexts.

Publication Trends: Analysis of recent articles (2020-2025) reveals three dominant themes: 1) Advancement of Lean Six Sigma methodologies in non-traditional sectors (education, nonprofits), 2) Optimization of emerging technologies (3D printing, cyber-physical systems), and 3) Leadership/organizational behavior aspects of continuous improvement. His work consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with practical implementation case studies.

Awards and Recognition:

• Operational Excellence Division/Teaching Award (2016) from Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers
• Best ISERC Paper Award (2013) from Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers

Academic Contributions: Dr. Wan actively develops educational tools including simulation games for Lean training and has implemented process improvements within academic operations. His research on faculty performance metrics demonstrates commitment to enhancing engineering education systems.