Kim, Jeong H.
Center for Risk and Reliability
EDUCATION
- B.E.S. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from Johns Hopkins University, 1982.
- Ph.D. in Reliability Engineering from the University of Maryland, 1991.
BACKGROUND
Dr. Jeong H. Kim joined the Clark School of Engineering in January 2002 as Professor of Practice in Reliability Engineering with a joint appointment in the departments of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Materials and Nuclear Engineering. With the integration of the Reliability Engineering Program into the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Dr. Kim will become engaged in the life of mechanical engineering faculty and students, as well, conducting research, teaching classes and seminars, supervising student projects and thesis work, and interacting with students in various programs related to technology entrepreneurship.
The rank of Professor of Practice recognizes the impact of Dr. Kim’s contributions and prominence in the practice of engineering. His technical expertise in communications, wireless technologies, and broadband optical systems and devices, coupled with his understanding of market trends and forces, makes him an excellent role model for our students.
Dr. Kim has had a distinguished career as an engineering entrepreneur. In 1992 he founded a successful telecommunications company,Yurie Systems, and pioneered the development of a revolutionary Asynchronous Transfer Mode Switch for wireless applications. The ATM switch became key in the modernization of telecommunications systems for today’s digital market. Lucent Technologies acquired Yurie Systems in 1998, and Dr. Kim assumed a senior leadership position with Lucent. He has played a pivotal role in reshaping their optical communications division through a major restructuring of that division.
Dr. Kim’s early career included work in computer design, satellite systems designs and data communications, as well as seven years as a Nuclear Submarine Officer in the U.S. Navy. He received his Ph.D. in Reliability Engineering from the University of Maryland in 1991, and holds a Master’s Degree in Technical Management and Bachelor’s degrees in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from Johns Hopkins University. He is the recipient of numerous awards and honors including Ernst & Young’s Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year Award, KPMG Peat Marwick LLP High Tech Entrepreneur Award, and the Maryland High Technology Council Entrepreneur of the Year Award.
Recognizing the current and future importance of these areas to the University of Maryland and the region’s high technology economy, the state of Maryland has planned a new campus facility, the Jeong H. Kim Engineering and Applied Sciences Building. This 160,000 square foot building will significantly improve the college’s physical infrastructure and enhance and accelerate research and education in both core subjects and emerging technologies. The building will house some of the most sophisticated engineering and research and educational laboratories in the nation; every aspect of the building will be used to educate tomorrow’s engineers. A Virtual Groundbreaking of the building was held on May 14, 2003 at the University’s Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center.
HONORS AND AWARDS
• Member of National Academy of Engineering
• Ernst & Young’s Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year Award
• KPMG Peat Marwick LLP High Tech Entrepreneur Award
• Maryland High Technology Council Entrepreneur of the Year Award
Alumnus Receives National Medal of Technology and Innovation
Biden recognizes Jeong H. Kim for advances in broadband optical systems, data communications, wireless.$25 Million Commitment Will Fund New World-Class Engineering Facility at the University of Maryland
The interdisciplinary engineering building, named in honor of benefactor Stanley R. Zupnik '59, will help prepare engineers to solve society's grand challenges.UMD Dedicates IDEA Factory
Building designed to inspire innovation, entrepreneurship, and research across disciplines.Sharma Elected to National Academy of Engineering
University of Houston department chair, a UMD alum, is honored for establishing the study of flexoelectricity.Incentive Awards Program, Engineering Lab Building Named for Mote
Former UMD president recognized for contributions to field, expanding education accessSlam Dunk at Alumni Cup
The annual Alumni Cup competition is hosted by the Clark School's Engineering Alumni Network.Alumna Appointed Director Arizona State University Polytechnic School
Leila Ladani (M.S. ’05, Ph.D. ’07) takes the helm of The Polytechnic School, one of six schools in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University.ASME Awards Prof. Dasgupta InterPACK Achievement Award
Prof Abhijit Dasgupta receives InterPACK Achievement AwardWelcome, NAE Members
The Clark School welcomes six National Academy Engineering members who will be returning to or joining our faculty this fall.University of Maryland Launches Quantum Technology Center
The new research center will catalyze the development of high-impact quantum technologies.University of Maryland Breaks Ground on E.A. Fernandez IDEA Factory
The new building will inspire innovation and entrepreneurship, enable world-class research, and spur economic development.Prof. Dasgupta Named ME Director of Graduate Studies
Prof. Abhijit Dasgupta named Mechanical Engineering Director of Graduate StudiesSupporting Diversity in Engineering
The Clark School partnered with the National Society of Black Engineers to host the National Leadership Conference.University of Maryland School of Engineering Announces Unprecedented Investment from A. James & Alice B. Clark Foundation
Building Together: An Investment for Maryland Will Transform UMD Through $219,486,000 GiftME Faculty Part of NextFlex Award Winning Team
UMD faculty part of team to explore conformal sensors, 3-D antenna structures and non-planar circuit routing demonstrators.University of Maryland Engineering Students to Award $10,000 to Baltimore Non-Profit V-LINC
Engineering for Social Change course offers students unique opportunity to effect change in their local community.Alumni Dr. Jeong H. Kim Receives 2016 Horatio Alger Award
Kim named one of 13 exceptional corporate and civic leaders to the Horatio Alger Member Class of 2016Leonard to be Honored for Cooperative Control Innovations
Alumna Naomi Leonard to be inducted into Innovation Hall of Fame on Nov. 9.Desai Named ASME Fellow
Mechanical Engineering Professor Jaydev Desai named ASME Fellow.UMD Mourns Passing of Benefactor and Alumnus A. James Clark
University of Maryland's Clark School of Engineering community remembers namesake and friendDasgupta Receives 2015 USM Regents' Faculty Award
University System of Maryland recognizes mechanical engineering faculty for excellence in scholarship.Dasgupta, Fourney and Hwang Named ASME Fellows
Three Mechanical Engineering faculty named American Society of Mechanical Engineers FellowsDasgupta Awarded Jeong H. Kim Professorship
Department of Mechanical Engineering professor Abhijit Dasgupta awarded Jeong H. Kim Professorship.Modarres Awarded Nicole Y. Kim Eminent Professorship
Mechanical Engineering Professor Mohammad Modarres awarded Nicole Y. Kim Eminent Professorship.UMD Clark School to Host Mpact Week: Disaster Resilience
Research showcase to highlight role of engineers in developing innovative solutions to help prevent, mitigate, and respond to disasters.Hovercraft Competition Serves as Unique Final Exam
Introduction to Engineering Design final encourages team work and hands-on educationUMD Celebrates 25 Years of Excellence in Reliability Engineering
The Center for Risk and Reliability hosted a 25th Anniversary Celebration of the University of Maryland's Reliability Engineering Education Program on April 2, 2014.Smithsonian Secretary Clough To Deliver Special Lecture at UMD
Secretary Wayne Clough will discuss "Why the Smithsonian Matters"UMD to Host FIRST Robotics Regional Competition
More than 1,000 high school students expected to attend event in College ParkWhiting-Turner Lecture Series to Feature Chasen and Chowdhury
Leading tech entrepreneurs to share business experiences.Ohadi Awarded USM Regents’ Faculty Award
Mechanical Engineering Professor Michael Ohadi recognized for Excellence in Innovation.UMD Holds Risk and Reliability Engineering 25th Anniversary Symposium
Symposium will celebrate research and education excellence in reliability engineering and risk analysis.Jeong Kim Receives Legion of Honor from France, Launches New Business
Alumnus honored for service in global technology research.Alumnus Krill to Be Honored for Revolutionary Naval Fleet Network Technology
Electrical engineering graduate Jerry Krill’s Cooperative Engagement Capability allowed Navy battle groups to act as one.Students & Community Explore Engineering at 2nd Annual ExPO: Engineering Skills Fair
Annual event sponsored by Engineers Without Borders draws 200 students to learn more about engineering.Mpact Week to Showcase UMD Robotics, Bioengineering, Innovation, Oct. 23-26
Events will highlight the Clark School's research, education, innovation, and entrepreneurial ecosystem.Clark School Programs Ranked by USA Today, Princeton Review
Entrepreneurship and engineering programs recognized as top graduate programs in countryClark School Freshmen Compete in Hovercraft Competition
ENES100 students build autonomous hovercrafts for final exam.Earth Day 2013 Event to Address the Energy and Water Nexus
Engineering Sustainability Workshop 2013 and student poster contest open to all.Clark School Alumnus Jeong Kim Nominated for Ministry Post in South Korea
South Korea's President-elect Park Geun Hye has tapped Kim to head Future Creative Science Ministry.National Instruments LabVIEW Tour Coming to University of Maryland
NI Campus Tour bus will feature LabVIEW demonstrations for educators, researchers, and students.Donation to Name Kim Building Lecture Hall
Stanley Zupnik pledges $500,000 to the Clark School, helps Great Expectations campaign exceed $1B goal.ME Students Design Next Generation of Products for Design Day
Students presented projects designed as part of the department’s capstone design course.Yit Akyuz wins Second Place at 2012 AIAA Region I Young Professional, Student, and Education Conference
Mechanical engineering junior’s paper focuses on dielectric electro active polymer (DEAP) sensors.Mechanical Engineering Career Fair Set For December 7
Mechanical Engineering Career Fair provides opportunity for coops, internships, and permanent employment.Mechanical Engineering Design Day Scheduled for December 4
Senior mechanical engineering students will present their capstone design projects to their peers, faculty, and guests.Lockheed Martin Partnership Suite Opens
Lockheed Martin employees visiting campus can use space for meetings, recruitment events.Terps Racing 2012 Formula SAE Racing Car Unveiled on Maryland Day
Terps Racing team prepares for a new round of competitions.Zhijian Zhang Wins First Place in IEEE Photonics Society’s Student Poster Competition
Ph.D. student receives award for poster display on optics and photonics.