Smitesh Bakrania, Ph.D.

My work sits at the intersection of engineering and education, with a focus on creating meaningful, experiential learning. I teach across a range of courses — from Thermal-Fluid Sciences to Quality and Reliability Engineering — embedding hands-on tools and educational research into each to deepen student engagement. I also explore the broader dimensions of engineering through How It Worked, a course on engineering history, and a study abroad program in Germany that extends that perspective globally. For over a decade, I have coordinated our capstone program, connecting students with open-ended, real-world challenges that define the engineering graduate experience. My background in thermal-fluid sciences and interest in graphic design converge in how I teach — through educational videos, interactive tools, and visuals that bring concepts to life. I believe the most capable engineers understand not just the how, but the why.