Richard A Coffman

Dr. Richard A Coffman is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Arkansas, with a focus on geotechnical engineering and remote sensing applications. His work bridges advanced sensing technologies with traditional soil mechanics.

• Ph.D., University of Missouri, Columbia (2009)
• M.S., University of Texas, Austin (2003)
• B.S., University of Wyoming, Laramie (2002)

Dr. Coffman’s research specializes in geotechnical engineering with innovations in soil property measurement, remote sensing (SInSAR/GRAR), and foundation analysis. He advances field testing methods for hydraulic conductivity, soil-water characteristics, and blast-induced liquefaction.

His recent publications highlight integration of lidar, photogrammetry, and satellite-based remote sensing for geotechnical applications, particularly in unsaturated soil mechanics and disaster assessment.

• 2015-2016 University of Arkansas Most Outstanding Faculty Member Award Finalist
• College of Engineering Outstanding Researcher (2015-2016, 2012-2013)
• Outstanding Teacher in Civil Engineering (2011-2012)
• Outstanding Mentor (2010-2018)

Dr. Coffman teaches Surveying, Soil Mechanics, and graduate courses in Unsaturated Soil Mechanics and Advanced Foundations, contributing to both undergraduate and graduate curricula.