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Dr. James Garofalo

Associate Professor, Marine Engineering

Year Started

2019

Education

  • PhD, Mechanical Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
  • M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
  • B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Columbia University
  • B.S. Physics, Adelphi University

Teaching Interests

  • Machine Elements
  • Engineering Shop
  • Engineering Graphics
  • Materials

Research Interests

  • Composite Materials
  • 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing
  • Manufacturing and Automation
Last updated: Thursday, March 7, 2019

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