About the Author

Jeffrey A. Hanson, PE, has prepared students for the Mechanical PE exam since 2002. He has coordinated and taught PE review courses for the Dallas-Fort Worth ASME and for Fortune 500 companies. He received his bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering from Arizona State University and his master of science degree in engineering management from Southern Methodist University. He is a licensed professional engineer in Texas and is the global energy manager for Texas Instruments, Inc. Mr. Hanson holds four patents in high purity water use and management and silicon powder reclamation.