Mr. Sam Ertl, Assistant Professor

Full CV

Degrees

• PhD in Energy Engineering, University of North Dakota, ND, 2018 - Current
• MS in Automotive Engineering Technology, Minnesota State University Mankato, MN, 2017
• BS in Automotive Engineering Technology, Minnesota State University Mankato, MN, 2015

CertificationS

• Graduate Certificate in Quality Management Systems, Minnesota State University Mankato, MN, 2017

COURSES TAUGHT

• AET 364 – Chassis Design and Performance Testing
• AET 261 – Automotive Drivability and Diagnostics
• MET 142 – Introduction to Parametric Modelling
• MET 275 – Manufacturing Processes I
• MET 324 – Strength of Materials and Dynamics
• MET 465 – Manufacturing Lab Experience

RESEARCH INTERESTS

• Vehicle Data Analysis
• Chassis and Vehicle Systems
• Engineering Education

Formula SAE

• Worked with students on the Formula SAE project to guide them through design and project management
• Helped develop tools for analysis of chassis design and testing
• Aided in vehicle testing and testing procedures
• Achieved as high as 17th place at FSAE Michigan out of 120 teams from around the world
• Developed a full vehicle model to characterize vehicle handling characteristics