Robert W. Kolkka                          (homepage)
Associate Professor
Primary Area: Applied Mathematics

Office: Fisher 320
(906) 487-2695
Email: rwkolkka@mtu.edu

Education:
  • PhD in Applied Mechanics, Lehigh University
  • MS in Applied Mechanics, Lehigh University
  • AB in Applied Mathematics, Rutgers University

Recently Taught Courses:
  • MA3160 Multivariable Calculus with Technology
  • MA3520 Elementary Differential Equations
  • MA4515 Introduction to Partial Differential Equations
  • MA5405
  • MA5548

Research:
  • Viscoelasticity
  • Partial Differential Equations with Integral Memory Effects
  • Bifurcation and Nonlinear Stability Theory
  • Asymptotic and Perturbation Methods
  • Numerical Methods for Memory Effects with Rapid Transients