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About the SECS
Oakland University's School of Engineering and Computer Science (SECS), with over 3,000 undergraduate and graduate students, features an outstanding faculty dedicated to preparing learners for the 21st-century workplace and society as well as for research in their fields of specialization. The school offers close student/faculty interaction, small classes and individualized attention.
To address the needs of practicing computer scientists and engineers, the SECS recently developed several opportunities for Professional and Continuing Education. These exciting new programs are perfect for those interested in developing and refining their professional skills, and provide a vital advantage in today's competitive marketplace.
Welcome to the School of Engineering and Computer Science (SECS)! I invite you to explore our website to learn more about our academic programs and our on-going engineering and computer science research at Oakland University. The School of Engineering and Computer Science will always strive for excellence and innovation – in teaching, research, as well as service to the profession, community, and society at-large.
Our goal is to provide our students, faculty, and staff with the best educational and working experience in a highly supportive, yet stimulating, environment. Our faculty provide the highest quality of education which is enhanced by cutting edge research sponsored by federal agencies and industrial partners. In addition, the School of Engineering and Computer Science will continue to be actively involved in outreach and economic development initiatives.
Prospective undergraduate students should contact the Engineering Advising Office at (248) 370-2201 or mckeanma@thestudioentrance.com. Prospective MS students should contact the appropriate Department Office, while prospective Ph.D candidates should contact the Associate Dean's Office at (248) 370-2233 or qzou@thestudioentrance.com.
Please let me know if we can be of any additional service.
Louay M. Chamra, Ph.D., Dean
School of Engineering and Computer Science
(248) 370-2217
chamra@thestudioentrance.com
Chair of Advisory Board: Michael Bolon, Retired Senior Vice President, General Dynamics Land Systems, Engineering Design and Land Development
Vice Chair of Advisory Board: Bob Lee, Retired Vice President and Head of Engine Powertrain and Electrified Propulsion Systems Engineering, Stellantis
Board Members:
- Gahl, Berkooz, Ph.D., Head of Digital AI, North America Automotive, Capgemini Invent
- Glenn Denomme, Retired Consultant, Stellantis
- Paul Fleck, Founder and CEO, Dataspeed
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Cedric Flowers, Vice President, DTE Gas
- Alecia Gabriel, Ph.D., Co-Founder, Motor City STEAM Foundation & The Lab Drawer
- Grant R. Gerhart, Ph.D., Retired Senior Research Scientist, TARDEC
- Maurcio Herndandez-Distancia, Ph.D., Head of High-Performance Computers #SWX - Global Engineering Director, Stellantis
- Fred Killeen, Retired Chief Technology Officer, General Motors LLC, Information Technology
- Joseph Long,Executive Director, Value Engineering, Global Standardization & Program Management, Inteva
- Ron A. May, Retired Executive Vice President, DTE Energy
- Robert Richard, Senior Vice President, Major Enterprise Projects, DTE Energy, Energy Distribution
- George Saikalis, Ph.D., Senior Vice President and General Manager, Research and Development, Hitachi America, Ltd.
- Kristen Siemen, Vice President of Sustainable Workspaces and Chief Sustainability Officer, General Motors Corporation
- Tamara Snow, Head of Research and Advanced Engineering, Continental Technologies
- Dave Schubring, Global Information Technology Director, SiteRx
- Diana Wagner, SWX Software Vehicle Program Management, Stellantis
- Louay Chamra, Ph.D., Dean, School of Engineering and Computer Science, Oakland University
- Qian (Beth) Zou, Ph.D., Associate Dean, School of Engineering and Computer Science, Oakland University
- Osamah Rawashdeh, Ph.D., Chair, Electrical and Computer Engineering, School of Engineering and Computer Science, Oakland University
- Vijitashwa Pandey, Ph.D., Chair, Industrial & Systems Engineering, School of Engineering and Computer Science, Oakland University
- Daniel Aloi, Ph.D., Director of Research, School of Engineering & Computer Science, Oakland University
- Anthonie Burke, Director of Philanthropy, School of Engineering & Computer Science, Oakland University
- Chris Kobus, Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering Professor and Director of SECS Outreach, School of Engineering and Computer Science, Oakland University
- Kelli Foskic, Director of Career and Life Design, School of Engineering & Computer Science, Oakland University
- Hua Ming, Ph.D., Interim Chair, Computer Science & Engineering, School of Engineering and Computer Science, Oakland University
- Xia Wang, Ph.D., Interim Chair, Mechanical Engineering, School of Engineering and Computer Science, Oakland University
- Shailesh Lal, Ph.D., Chair, Bioengineering, School of Engineering and Computer Science, Oakland University
- Anthony Gallina, Director of Corporate Relations, School of Engineering & Computer Science, Oakland University
The School of Engineering and Computer Science (SECS) offers instruction leading to degrees at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels. The programs are offered through five departments: Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Industrial and Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Bioengineering.
The SECS, with about 3,477 undergraduate and graduate students, features an outstanding faculty dedicated to preparing learners for the 21st-century workplace and society as well as for research in their fields of specialization. The school offers close student/faculty interaction, small classes and individualized attention.
Mission
The overall mission of the School of Engineering and Computer Science is threefold:- To provide high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of instruction in engineering and computer science to prepare graduates for careers in the coming decades,
- To advance knowledge through basic and applied research in relevant branches of engineering and computer science, and
- To provide service to both the engineering profession and public of the State of Michigan.
In carrying out its mission the school will address the needs of the automotive and related industries in southeast Michigan for the:
- Education of engineers and computer scientists,
- Development of research programs and
- Fulfillment of the demands for professional service.
Due to the proximity of Oakland University to the large number of automotive related manufacturing companies in southeastern Michigan, the research interests of the faculty include a strong component of applied research. This research emphasizes product design, development and manufacturing in support of both large and small companies. In addition, the faculty are engaged in research projects in a wide variety of scholarly areas of engineering and computer science.
The faculty of the School of Engineering and Computer Science has a distinguished record of research and scholarship and one of the aims of this web site is to highlight their expertise so that it may be easily accessed by industry, government and other organizations.
The Engineering Center opened its doors to students in August, 2014. As the home for the School of Engineering and Computer Science, this 127,000-square-foot facility features state-of-the-art classrooms and research space. The building serves as the heart of the Engineering and Computer Science community at Oakland University.
The mission of Oakland University’s School of Engineering and Computer Science is supported through the generosity of alumni and friends. The donation received through this unique naming opportunity will be used by the School of Engineering and Computer Science to support activities and events that serve students, faculty, staff and the public; and, to enhance the functionality or maintenance of the engineering building.
This naming opportunity is welcomed from individuals, couples, families, associates, friends, organizations, foundations, and businesses. Please contact Anthonie Burke, Director of Philanthropy, with questions about how to name the engineering building.
School of Engineering and Computer Science
115 Library Drive
Rochester , MI 48309-447
(location map)
Dean's Office (248) 370-2217
Academic Advising (248) 370-2201
secsadvising@thestudioentrance.com