Dennis O. Wiitanen

Dennis O. Wiitanen

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  • Professor Emeritus, Electrical and Computer Engineering
  • PhD, Electrical Engineering, University of Missouri-Rolla
  • MS, Electrical Engineering, Michigan Technological University
  • BS, Electrical Engineering, Michigan Technological University

Biography

Dennis O. Wiitanen received the B.S. and M.S. degrees from Michigan Tech in 1963 and 1967 respectively, and the Ph.D. degree from the University of Missouri-Rolla in 1970, all in electrical engineering.

In 1970, he joined the electrical and computer engineering department at Michigan Tech, where his major research interests were in the areas of insulating materials and power systems.   Dr. Wiitanen  taught courses in both electric machines and power systems for over forty years.  He is currently a Professor Emeritus.

Dr. Wiitanen is a member of the IEEE's Power Engineering Society, Education Society, Industry Applications Society, and Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation Society, serving on several committees and subcommittees, and is a Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Michigan.

Areas of Interest

  • Electric power systems