Get to Know Professor Ryan

Professor Ryan was born in Philadelphia, PA, but has resided in the Baltimore/Washington area for most of his life.
College Experience

He started his college experience at George Washington University in Washington, DC, majoring in Electrical Engineering.
After 3 semesters, he transferred to Capitol Institute of Technology (as Capitol College was then known). He graduated with a BSET (Bachelor of Science in Enginering Technology) degree.
His graduate work was at the Johns Hopkins University where he graduated with the MSEE (Master of Science in Electrical Engineering) degree.

Work Experience

He worked for 21 years with the Link Division of the Singer Company, manufacturer of aircraft flight simulators, space flight simulators, and nuclear power plant control room simulators. He worked as a digital design engineer, training specialist, project engineer, and quality assurance manager.

Military Experience

Retired 31 year member of the Maryland Army National Guard with the rank of Sergeant Major (Signal Corps). He was responsible for the planning and coordination of Division level tactical field communication systems using MSE.

Teaching Experience

Twelve years as a training specialist while with Link
Nine years on the adjunct faculty at Capitol College
Fifteen years on the full time faculty at Capitol College

Family Information

Prof. Ryan has one son, one step son, and three step daughters. In addition, his wife Gerda works as a supervisor in the reception and duplication office at Capitol College.

Hobbies

One of his favorite hobbies is railroad history. He enjoys the website of the National Railway Historical Society as well as the website of TRAINS magazine. Each of these sites has links to many other interesting sites.