Hector E. Will

Dr. Hector E. Will serves as Assistant Professor and Program Director of Electrical Engineering at the University of Evansville, based in Room 253 of the Koch Center for Engineering and Science. His work bridges engineering education and emerging technologies to transform STEM pedagogy.

His academic credentials include:

• PhD in Physics, Purdue University
• MS in Business Technology & Management, Central American University of Technology
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Honduran University of Technology
• Integrated STEM Education Certificate, Purdue University

Dr. Will pioneers model-based learning approaches using contemporary technologies to demystify complex scientific concepts. His research specifically targets curriculum innovation in Quantum Computing and Machine Learning education, while leveraging Augmented and Virtual Reality platforms to create immersive learning experiences. This work addresses critical gaps in technology-mediated STEM instruction across diverse educational levels.

Analysis of his 2021-2023 publications reveals consistent emphasis on experiential technology integration, spanning Industrial IoT for smart manufacturing education, tactile VR for physics concepts, and AR-based quantum computing instruction. These works demonstrate cross-disciplinary applications from kindergarten science to advanced engineering curricula, highlighting his focus on accessible, hands-on learning methodologies.

He maintains active professional engagement through memberships in:

• American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE)
• Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE)
• Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)
• American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT)
• National Association for Research in Science Teaching (NARST)