John R. Hackworth is an Associate Professor and Program Director for the Electrical Engineering Technology program at Old Dominion University. He also holds the special designation of University Professor, which is awarded to faculty for special teaching recognition. He received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology and a Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, both from Old Dominion University. Prior to joining the Old Dominion University faculty, he had approximately 20 years of industrial experience in test engineering and plant automation. He is a me...