William Thacker

William I. Thacker is a Professor of Computer Science at Winthrop University's College of Business and Technology. He holds a Ph.D. from Virginia Tech. His research focuses on the intersection of computer science, mathematics, and engineering, particularly in solving complex mathematical models for engineering applications using advanced numerical methods. He teaches courses in Numerical Methods, Parallel Processing, Data Structures & Algorithms, and an unconventional SCUBA Diving course through the P.E. department.

Education

• Ph.D., Virginia Tech

Research Interests

Dr. Thacker's work emphasizes numerical methods, parallel processing, and high-performance computing. He applies these techniques to solve real-world engineering problems, often integrating interdisciplinary approaches from mathematics and computational science. His contributions include algorithm development for optimization and interpolation of scattered data.

Publications

His recent publications highlight advancements in numerical algorithms for optimization (e.g., QNSTOP, vtmop) and interpolation (SHEPPACK), as well as contributions to high-performance computing (HPC) symposium proceedings. These works reflect his expertise in computational methods, parallel processing, and algorithmic innovation.

Awards

No scientific awards explicitly mentioned in the provided texts.

Teaching and Service

• Regular courses: CSCI 271, CSCI 311, CSCI 371
• SCUBA Diving course (PESH 128) for the P.E. department

Labs/Teams

No dedicated lab or team explicitly mentioned, though his research may involve collaborations within the College of Business and Technology and interdisciplinary projects.