Tim Cooley is an Associate Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Technology Department at Purdue University. He has over 14 years of industrial experience and holds two patents. He has taught a wide range of courses throughout the BS curriculum at New Albany, IN. Professor Cooley received a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (1981) and a Masters of Science in Mechanical Engineering (1984) from the University of Oklahoma. In addition, he holds a Masters Degree in Business Administration from Indiana University and an Associates Degree in Automotive Mechanics. Professor Cooley joined the MET Department of Purdue University in July 2000.