Hands-on ‘guitar lab’ one of Purdue’s most popular courses
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WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. —
In the technology course Stringed Instrument Design and Manufacture, Purdue students combine engineering and manufacturing skills with teamwork to design, build and take home their very own guitar. It’s a one-of-a-kind college experience that’s open to all majors.
Mechanical engineering technology professor Mark French teaches “guitar lab,” which is one of the most popular courses on campus. He finds that his background has greatly influenced his instruction style and created a unique ability to connect with students.
“I have an advantage that most professors don’t have,” he says. “I was never an especially good student.”
Read more on The Persistent Pursuit website.
Media contact: Brian Huchel, bhuchel@purdue.edu
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