James Stratton, Ph.D.
TAP Operations Assistant Director
217-232-2127
(217) 232-2127
Responsibilities
Jim is responsible for managing the 40-hour faculty assistance projects within the Technical Assistance Program.
Background
He obtained his Bachelor of Science degree from Eastern Illinois University in Engineering Technology, where he focused on industrial automation. Jim’s graduate studies at Purdue University were a continuation of his interests in the manufacturing industry, where he obtained a Master of Science, as well as a Ph.D., in Mechanical Engineering Technology.
Expertise
Particular areas of interest and expertise:
Technology adoption practices
Industrial automation (PLC configuration and programming, hardware installation)
Manufacturing processes (specification, troubleshooting, operation)
