Maged Mikhail is a Professor and Department Chair of Engineering Technology at Purdue University Northwest (PNW). He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Information System Engineering from Tennessee State University, with prior roles at Austin Peay State University and Tennessee State University. His research focuses on control automation, robotics, physical/cyber-security in manufacturing, and signal processing for aerospace applications. He teaches mechatronics courses including robotics programming, vision systems, and PLC design. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Information System Engineering (Tennessee State University), M.E. in Electrical Engineering (Tennessee State University), B.S. in Electrical and Telecommunications Engineering (Cairo, Egypt). Research & Grants: Leads PNW's robotics and automation initiatives, including the SPRINT Challenge grant for pandemic-resilient agricultural robotics (Project TRAVERSE). Collaborates with industry on advanced manufacturing security and remote workforce solutions. Awards & Certifications: ACE Excellence Teaching Professor, Certified Robotics Programming Instructor, ACUE Educator, Visual Components 3D Simulation Specialist. Teaching Philosophy: Integrates industry experience into curriculum design, emphasizing problem-solving and student engagement. Uses 3D simulation tools and real-world case studies to bridge theory and practice. Community Impact: Mentor for graduate/undergraduate students, promotes STEM education through hands-on projects and industry partnerships. Active in developing remote work solutions for migrant labor via robotics automation.










