Wils L. Cooley

Emeritus Faculty, Lane Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering
Emeritus Faculty, College of Engineering and Mineral Resources

Contact Information Office:  ESB 833 Phone:  (304) 293-5263 Fax:  (304) 293-8602

Dr. Cooley is a professional engineer with particular expertise in the area of electrical hazards and accidents that relate to grounding, bonding, or the flow of current through the earth, water, or other conductors not designed to carry current. Knowledge of effects of electricity on living organisms, lightning phenomena, and analysis of safety and back-up systems. Experience with National Electrical Code and National Electrical Safety Code. Courses taught include Digital Electronics and Engineering Design.
Education
	Ph.D., Carnegie Mellon University, 1968
	M.S., Electrical Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University, 1965
	B.S., Electrical Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University, 1964
	Registered Professional Engineer
Research Focus Areas
	Biotechnology/Bioengineering
Research Interests
	Engineering Design Education Methods
	Electrical Safety and Grounding
	Ground Beds
	Biomedical Engineering
	Instrumentation Design
Teaching Interests
	Senior Design Project
	Digital Electronics
Special Interests
	Have served as a consultant or expert on more than 70 cases involving electrocutions or fires of electrical origin.
	Have also consulted with industry numerous times on topics related to the design of safe and legal electrical power installations.
Professional Societies
	IEEE Fellow
	ASEE Member
	NSPE Member