Paul J Ackerman

Paul J Ackerman is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the Kinsley School of Engineering, Sciences and Technology, York College. Holding a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Virginia Tech and professional certifications as a Registered Engineer (Virginia) and Registered Roof Observer, he focuses on engineering education and infrastructure maintenance. His work addresses freshmen student perceptions, risk-based facility management, and experiential learning methodologies.

• Kinsley School of Engineering, Sciences and Technology, York College
• Civil Engineering Department
• Associate Professor

Research interests include:

• Improving first-year civil engineering curriculum
• Risk assessment for public school infrastructure
• Experiential learning in off-grid environments
• Cost estimation models in engineering projects
• Building enclosure systems

Recent publications highlight trends in freshmen engineering education, infrastructure lifecycle management, and field-based pedagogy.

Credentials:

• Ph.D., Civil Engineering (Virginia Tech)
• M.S., Civil Engineering (West Virginia University)
• B.S., Civil and Environmental Engineering (Virginia Military Institute)
• PE, REO Certifications