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Automotive Faculty

Our faculty are a unique blend of researchers, educators and professionals who are proven experts in their fields.

Sean Boyle, Associate Professor, Program Coordinator

Automatic Transmissions, Comp. Diagnostics, E.V.’s/Hybrid

  • Automatic Transmission
  • Drivetrains
  • Comprehensive Diagnostics
  • Noise Vibration and Harshness
  • Stability Systems
  • Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Technologies


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Sean Boyle

618-453-9124
jeepster@siu.edu

Rod Collard, Associate Professor

Brakes, Steering, Welding

  • Brakes, Steering, and Suspensions
  • Welding and Fabrication


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Rod Collard

618-453-9136
rcollard@siu.edu

Andrew Croxell, Director

  • Fixed Operations Management
  • Technical Communications
  • Drivetrains
  • Department Jobs List Coordinator


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Rod Collard

618-453-9122
autotech@siu.edu

William Ellis, Assistant Instructor

Electrical, Engine Controls

  • Automotive Electrical Systems
  • Powetrain Electronics


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William Ellis william.r.ellis@siu.edu

Shane Gill, Assistant Instructor

Engine Controls, Diesel/Emissions

  • Brakes, Steering, Suspension
  • Diesel Emissions and Drivabilty 
  • Medium and Heavy Duty Truck systems


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Shane Gill shane.gill@siu.edu

Todd Goro, Assistant Instructor

Data systems, Vehicle Computing, Warranty, Management

  • Automotive Data Systems


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Todd Goro

618-453-9135
todd.goro@siu.edu 

Todd Grant, Assistant Instructor

Management, Finance

  • Automotive Business and Management
  • Automotive Retail/Wholesale
  • Automotive Financial Operations


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Todd Grant

618-453-9134
todd.grant@siu.edu

Anthony Heathcoat, Assistant Professor

Electrical, Drivetrains, Engines

  • Automotive Engines
  • Automotive Electrical Systems
  • Automotive Drivetrains


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Anthony Heathcoat

618-453-9129
anthony.heathcoat@siu.edu

Blaine Heisner, Associate Professor

Engine Controls, Engines, Alt. Fuels

  • Internal Combustion Engine Principles
  • Engine Performance
  • Alternative Fueled Vehicles
  • Biodiesel


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Blaine Heisner

618-453-9138
bheisner@siu.edu

Oliver Keys, Assistant Professor

E.V.’s/Hybrid, Fixed Ops Management



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Oliver Keys

618-453-7523
oliverkeys@siu.edu

Joseph Ragnanese, Assistant Instructor

E.V.’s/Hybrid Emissions, Finance

  • Emissions and Driveability
  • Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Technologies


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Joseph Ragnanese 618-453-4024
joseph.ragnanese@siu.edu

Justin Riley, Assistant Instructor

HVAC, Steer./Suspension, Management, Saluki Success

  • Brakes, Steering, Suspensions
  • Advanced Drivers Assistance Systems
  • Drivetrains


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Justin Riley

justin@siu.edu 

Lana Rizzo, Assistant Instructor, Program Coordinator

Networks/Electrical, Convenience and Safety, Drivability

  • Body Electronics
  • Network Systems
  • Electrical Diagnosis
  • Drivability and Emissions


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Lana Rizzo

618-453-9155
lana.rizzo@siu.edu

Kurt Seitzinger, Assistant Instructor

  • Brakes, Steering, Suspensions
  • Automotive Air Conditioning
  • Driveability and Emissions


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Kurt Seitzinger

kurt.seitzinger@siu.edu 

Andrew Tillman, Assistant Instructor, Program Coordinator

Engines, Lab Practices, HVAC

  • Engine Mechanical
  • Heating and Air Conditioning


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Andrew Tillman

618-453-9137
andrew.j.tillman@siu.edu