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BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH Nils I. Johansen, Ph.D., P.E. Professor of Geological Engineering (Retired) University of Alaska Fairbanks ( 1971 to 1996) Visiting Professor of Engineering Technology and Geology (1995 - 96) University Division Advisor (1996 to present) University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, Indiana 47712 |
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Geol 131- Geology, the Environment,and Man
Personal Statement: After retiring from the University of Alaska Fairbanks, I wanted to continue to work with young people. I like to see the spark in their eyes when the "lightbulb goes on and they understand." At USI I teach World Geography and courses in Geology and in Civil Engineering Technology.
Education:
B.S.C.E. Purdue University January 1966
M.S.C.E. Purdue University June 1967
Ph. D. Purdue University August 1971
Registered Professional Engineer (Civil), Alaska and Indiana
Work Experience:
Highway Engineer, Indiana State Highway Commission (Indiana Department of Transportation) full and part time 1967 to1971
Owner: Nils I. Johansen, P.E.
Geotechnical Engineering Consulting Company
Professional Activities:
Program Evaluator, Geological Engineering
Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
Fellow, American Society of Civil Engineers
Fellow, Indiana Academy of Science
Teaching:
Classes in Engineering, Geology, Engineering Science and Developmental Education
I also have taught the President of the US -Mr. Jimmy Carter!-click here to see that photo!
Research:
Geotechnical Engineering, Permafrost Engineering, Resource Development, the Student Learning Process.
Other:
Reserve Officer, Field Artillery (retired)
Athletics: Long distance running, Orienteering
Foreign Languages: Norwegian, German and French