David Che

Dr. David Che is a Professor in the Division of Mathematics, Engineering and Computer Science at Indiana Wesleyan University. He has 14 years of teaching experience across multiple institutions including Geneva College, Anderson University, Mount Vernon Nazarene University, and Bryan College, where he assisted in launching an engineering program. His research focuses on CAD/CAM/CAE systems, metrology, robotics, automotive engineering, and engineering education integration with faith-based principles. He actively collaborates with industry and non-profits, supervising projects like SAE Baja competitions and medical device prototyping.

Education:

• BSE in Precision Mechanical Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology (China)
• M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Ohio State University
• Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan

Professional Contributions: ABET accreditation leader, faith-engineering literature curator (Christian Engineering Society), and advocate for service-learning initiatives. His industry experience includes postdoctoral research at University of Michigan and 12 years at General Motors' R&D center, specializing in vehicle dynamics and manufacturing engineering.

Community Engagement: Designs industry-sponsored projects (e.g., Marcellus Shale drilling components, therapeutic pool mechanisms). Balances academic work with family homeschooling, Go gaming, and college football fandom (Ohio State vs Michigan dynamics).