معرفی
Angie Hill Price is an Associate Professor in the Department of Manufacturing & Mechanical Engineering Technology at Texas A&M University, concurrently serving as Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs. She holds affiliations with the Multidisciplinary Engineering program. Her academic career spans over three decades, with research focused on welding, materials joining, additive manufacturing, and engineering education. She has been recognized with prestigious awards, including the TAMU College-level Teaching Award (2005) and AWS District Educator Award (2000).
Education:
- Ph.D., Interdisciplinary Engineering (Texas A&M University, 1999)
- M.S., Industrial Engineering (Texas A&M University, 1990)
- B.S., Engineering Technology (Weld Design & Fabrication, Texas A&M University, 1987)
Research Interests:
- Materials Science: Welding processes, residual stress analysis, and material characterization
- Manufacturing Innovation: Additive manufacturing, virtual reality training tools, and industry-relevant curriculum design
- Education: Undergraduate research programs, K-12 STEM outreach, and interdisciplinary capstone projects
Her recent publications emphasize educational strategies (e.g., virtual reality welding training) and manufacturing process optimization. Notable work includes interdisciplinary capstone projects linking engineering technology with computer science, such as the 'Dancing Marionette' initiative. She has developed training modules for teaching assistants and pioneered outreach programs targeting underrepresented groups in engineering.
Awards:
- 2005 TAMU Teaching Award for excellence in undergraduate instruction
- 2003 ASNT Faculty Grant Award for innovation in materials education
- 2000 AWS District Educator recognition for advancing welding education
Her professional contributions include advising on curriculum development and leading the Enrichment Experiences in Engineering (E³) program for K-12 educators. She has collaborated with the Mechanics and Materials Center at Texas A&M on structural inspection techniques for civil engineering applications.
