Dan Wise

Dr. Dan Wise is a Teaching Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Colorado State University's Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering. With over 25 years of experience as a U.S. Navy Engineering Duty Officer and senior roles at Siemens Government Technologies and DRS Technologies, he specializes in thermal-fluids, energy systems, and marine HVAC design. His research focuses on applied thermodynamics, internal combustion engines, and sustainable energy solutions for military and industrial applications.

His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Colorado State University (2013), an Executive Master of International Business from St. Louis University (2013), and M.S./B.S. degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Oklahoma State University. Dr. Wise teaches courses including Thermodynamics, Internal Combustion Engines, and Energy Engineering.

Recent publications demonstrate his focus on fuel characterization, submersible power systems, and marine propulsion efficiency. His work bridges theoretical thermodynamics with practical naval and energy engineering challenges.