Joseph G. Schickel received a B.S. in Graphic Communications Technology, California University of Pennsylvania and his Master of Industrial Education from Clemson University. Currently he is the chair of the Department of Applied Engineering and Technology, where he teaches courses in Advanced Screen Printing Techniques, Advanced Flexographic Techniques, Digital Publishing, Flexographic and Package Printing Processes, and Screen Printing Techniques. Mr. Schickel’s background includes experience as a technical sales and service representative for companies specializing in the manufacture and sales of products for the printing field. In addition to the courses he currently teaches, he is active in consulting and training related to commercial printing and printing management. He emphasizes active learning in classes and labs. Student projects and team development play a strong role in the courses that he teaches. Practical projects and applications that relate to real-world situations provide a solid foundation for students taking his courses.
Mr. Schickel’s interest in research aligns with practical applications for the print and digital media fields, such as developing product or process-testing procedures and practices, and implementation. He has provided research projects that include product testing, technical manual design and development, and print process management for local and regional print-related companies.
Mr. Schickel is faculty adviser for the Screen Printing Student Association, a student club within the graphics and multimedia area. Students in the club provide design and printing services for T-shirts and other garments for campus and community groups and organizations.
He enjoys the outdoors and, along with his family, enjoys camping, hiking and biking, and winter sports. He also volunteers in leadership positions for a local Boy Scout troop and participates in district events.