Dr. Benjamin Wylie

Biography

Benjamin Wylie is an Emeritus Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Michigan. He has extensive experience in teaching and research, particularly focused on unsteady flow in pipeline systems. During his career, Professor Wylie has contributed significantly to the engineering community through various educational programs and short courses on fluid mechanics and engineering systems. He has authored several well-regarded textbooks, which are considered standard references in the field. His professional service includes significant contributions to the American Society of Civil Engineers and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, where he serves as a Fellow. He was recognized with multiple awards throughout his career, including the Stephen Attwood Excellence in Engineering Award in 1996 and the Chi Epsilon Excellence in Teaching Award. Wylie has continued to share his expertise post-retirement by co-teaching continuing education seminars, including a course on water hammer in transmission and distribution systems. His work emphasizes the importance of education in preventing failures in engineering practice due to insufficient design or operation of essential systems.

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