Michael Penn

Dr. Michael Penn is a Professor and Program Coordinator in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, within the College of Engineering, Mathematics and Science. He is actively engaged in teaching and research, with a strong focus on environmental and infrastructure systems.

His research interests include:

• Water Quality
• Waste Handling and Minimization
• Infrastructure Management
• Environmental Engineering

Dr. Penn is a founding member of the Center for Infrastructure Transformation and Education (CIT-E) and the lead author of the textbook Introduction to Infrastructure. He is a registered Professional Engineer and certified soil tester in Wisconsin, contributing both academically and professionally to engineering practice.

He earned his academic degrees from the University of Michigan and Michigan Technological University:

• PhD in Environmental Engineering, Michigan Technological University
• MS in Environmental Engineering, University of Michigan
• BS in Industrial Engineering, University of Michigan

There are no listed scientific awards or recent publications in the provided text. Dr. Penn advises students through his role as Program Coordinator, though specific advisees are not named. He contributes to infrastructure education and sustainable engineering practices through his leadership and textbook authorship. No specific labs or research teams are mentioned, but his affiliation with CIT-E indicates collaborative research efforts in infrastructure transformation.