Marc J Robinson

Marc J Robinson serves as Professor and Associate Department Head in the Civil and Environmental Engineering department at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology.

Education:

• B.S., Civil and Environmental Engineering, Utah State University (1998)
• M.S., Civil and Environmental Engineering, Utah State University (2000)
• Ph.D., Structural Engineering, University of California, San Diego (2008)

His research focuses on composite processing and multi-functional composite structures, advancing structural engineering through innovative material applications. Prior industry experience includes building design and seismic retrofitting at ABS Consulting. Licensed as a Structural Engineer in Utah, he bridges academic theory with practical engineering solutions.

Teaching encompasses structural analysis, steel/wood design, and composite mechanics through courses including Structural Theory, Advanced Steel Design, and Mechanics of Composite Materials. His educational approach integrates real-world structural challenges into capstone design projects.