Faculty and Administration

Automotive Division

Ranken Faculty — Paul P. Flanagan
*Adjunct Instructor, Evening School - Wentzville*

AS in Diesel Technology,
Laramie County Community College
Certification:
ASE A4 Steering and Suspension

Paul P. Flanagan

Adjunct Instructor, Evening School - Wentzville

AS in Automotive Technology,
Jefferson College
AA in Business Administration and Welding
Technology, in progress
Jefferson College
Certifications:
ASE A1-A9 Master Technician Certified
ASE L1 Advanced Level Certified

Joseph C. Francis

Instructor, Full Time

Certifications:
Axaltra Master Technician
PPG Master Technician
I-Car Certified
Air Conditioning Certification

Jeffrey Ludwig

Instructor, Adjunct

AT in High Performance Racing Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE A1-A8 Master Certified

Zachery Lueker

Adjunct Instructor, Evening School

AT in High Performance Racing Technology,
Ranken Technical College

Jarrett Meeden

Adjunct Instructor, Evening School

AT in Automotive Collision Repair,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
I-Car certifications
Welding certifications
ASE R-134a Refrigerant Recovery and
Recycling Program

Gary Davis

Instructor, Full Time

AT in Automotive Collision and Refinishing
Technology, Applied Service Management
WyoTech

Chris Mitchell

Department Chair, Instructor, Full Time

AT in Automotive Maintenance Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE A1-A8 Master Certified

Brian Becker

Instructor, Full Time

Training in diesel/vehicle mechanics, heavy
equipment, arc welding
Certifications:
Wabco/Haldex/Bendix ABS
Eaton Fuller/Meritor Rockwell Transmissions
Meritor/Rockwell Differentials
Eaton/Spicer Differentials

Brian S. Bowen

Instructor, Full Time - Perryville

BS in Automotive Technology Management,
University of Central Missouri

Daniel Reading

Instructor, Full Time - Wentzville

AT in Automotive Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE Master Certification
Senior Master Ford Technician

H. Douglas Marshall

Instructor, Full Time

AT in Automotive Maintenance Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE Master Certified
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance

Michael Wahby

Instructor, Full Time

Training in welding, machining, auto body,
aviation metal
Certifications:
ASE T4 Brakes
ASE T5 Suspension
ASE T8 Preventive Maintenance
Class A CDL with PN Endorsement
REMA-TECH Tire Certification
R12/134 Refrigerant MACS Certification

L. Sam Worley

Instructor, Full Time - Perryville

Advanced Diesel Technology Diploma,
Wyotech
Certifications:
Kenworth Course 100
EPA 608, 609 A/C Certified
ISB6.7 CM2250 Qualification (EPA 2010)
ISC8.3 CM2250, ISL9 CM2250 Qualification
(EPA 2010)
ISX12 CM2250/ISX11.9 CM2250
Qualification (EPA 2010)
ISX12 CM2350 X102 Qual. (EPA 2013)
ISX15 CM2250 Qualification (EPA 2010)
ISX15 CM2350 X101 Qualification (EPA 2013)
X15 CM2350 X114B, X15 CM2350 X116B
Qualification (EPA 2017)
B6.7 CM2350 B121B Qual. (EPA 2017)
ISB6.7 CM2350 B101 Qual. (EPA 2013)
ISL9 CM2350 L101 Qualification (EPA 2013)
L9 CM2350 L116B, L9 CM2350 L123B
Qualification (EPA 2017)
X15 CM2450 X124B Qual. (EPA 2020)
ISB CM2150 Qualification (EPA 2007)
ISC CM2150, ISL CM2150 Qual. (EPA 2007)
B6.7 CM2450 B155B Qual. (EPA 2021)
L9 CM2450 L126B Qualification (EPA 2021)
X15 CM2450 X134B Qual. (EPA 2021)

Justin R. Eason

Instructor, Full Time - Perryville

Certifications:
ASE Master Medium/Heavy Truck Tech
ASE T2 Engines
ASE T3 Drivetrain
ASE T4 Brakes
ASE T5 Suspension
ASE T6 Electrical/Electronic Systems
ASE T7 HVAC
ASE T8 Preventive Maintenance
Allison 1000/2000, 3000/4000 Service and
Overhaul
CNG Systems (Cummins, Paccar, Detroit Diesel,
Navistar)
Cummins Insite ECM Troubleshooting and
Calibration
Cummins Aftertreatment SCR/NoX Catalyst
System Troubleshooting
Cummins XPI & X-Series IFSM Fuel Systems
Diagnostics
Cummins ISB 5.9, 6.7 ISC 8.3, ISL 9, ISX 12, 15, K-19,
L-10, M-11, N-14
Detroit Diesel DD-8, 11,13, 15, 16 Heavy-duty and
Medium-duty Engine Systems
Detroit Diesel Gen-5 Engine
Detroit Axle Systems
DT12 Systems Transmission Systems Electronic
Systems
Detroit Assurance
Detroit Diesel Fuel & Aftertreatment/NoX Systems
Analyzing and Troubleshooting
Electrical Troubleshooting Systems (Cummins,
Detroit Diesel, Paccar, Navistar) Emissions
Systems
EPA 609, 134-A Freon Recovery
EPA 07, EPA 10, EPA 2013 Aftertreatment
(Cummins, Detroit Diesel, Paccar, Navistar)
Emissions Systems
Fleet Customer Systems
GHG14 & GHG 17 DD Series, Cummins, Paccar,
Navistar Systems Heavy Duty Truck Emissions
System
Freightliner M-2 Systems
TBI Electrical and Vehicle Systems
Wabco, Meritor, Bendix, & Peterbilt ABS System
Western Star System
Paccar Davie-4 Electronics Troubleshooting
Navistar DLB Electronics Technology
Peterbilt Traction Control Systems
Freightliner, Navistar, Peterbilt Automated,
Standard Transmissions and Clutch Service
Paccar Diesel Engine and Fuel Systems Basics

Douglas J. Waldon

Instructor, Full Time - Wentzville

AT in Automotive Maintenance Technology,
Ranken Technical College
License:
Motor Vehicle Inspection License
Certifications:
ASE Master Certified
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair

Christopher L. White

Instructor, Full Time

Diploma in Automotive Technology,
ITT Technical Institute
Certifications:
ASE Master Automobile Technician
ASE Advanced Level Specialist
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair

Robert H. Gibbons

Instructor, Full Time

BS in Applied Management,
Ranken Technical College
AT in Automotive Collision Repair,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
FWT, Ranken Technical College
ASE Master Collision Repair Technician
I-CAR Platinum Technician

Joshua D Williamson

Instructor, Full Time

AT in Automotive Collision Repair,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
I-Car Platinum Certified
I-Car Steel Certified
I-Car Steel Sectioning Certified

Matthew S. Sadler

Instructor, Full Time

AAS in Automotive Maintenance Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE Master Automobile Technician
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance
Honda Master Technician - Honda

Gerard E. Motta

Instructor, Full Time

Full Time AAS in Automotive Maintenance Technology

Ranken Technical College Certifications: ASE Master Automobile Technician

ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance

Certifications:
ASE T2 – T8 Master Med/Heavy Truck Technician
ASE C1 Service Consultant
ASE E1 Truck Equipment Installation and Repair
Cummins Advanced Diesel Technology
855/N14 Maintenance and Overhaul
Allison 3000/4000 Service and Overhaul
Forklift Certified

Tim Chandler

Instructor, Full Time - Wentzville

Certifications:
Certified Master Instructor/Safety
Professional – CVTA
Class A CDL License – State of Illinois DMV

P. David Morgan

Instructor, Full Time, Perryville

Certificate in Diesel Truck and Heavy
Equipment Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
R-12/134-A Refrigerants/HVAC – MACS
Class B CDL License – State of Missouri

Brien J. Dover

Department Chair & Instructor, Full Time - Perryville

MS in Human Resource Management,
Lindenwood University
BA in Human Resource Management,
Lindenwood University
Certification:
Class A CDL License with NT Endorsements
(Doubles, Triples, and Tankers) – State of
Missouri

Louis E. Waite

Instructor – Commercial Driver License (CDL), Full Time - Wentzville

BS in Applied Management, in progress,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ISX15, X15 – Cummins
2007 Heavy Duty Acert – Caterpillar
Paccar Engine Training MX
Paccar 2010 Emissions
Peterbilt Electrical T/S
ASE L2 Advanced Level Specialist
ASE T2 Engines
ASE T3 Transmission
ASE T4 Brakes
ASE T5 Suspension
ASE T6 Electrical
ASE T7 HVAC
ASE T8 Preventive Maintenance
EPA 07, EPA 10, GHG 14 – Detroit Diesel
Class B CDL
609A Certified
Thermo King Trainer Certified

Shawn D. Ray

Department Chair & Instructor, Full Time - Wentzville

Instructor, Full Time
Certificate in Automotive,
Kent Career Technical Institute Certifications:
ASE Master Medium/Heavy Truck
Technician
EPA 608 and 609 Universal Technician –
Mainstream Engineering
Carrier #1407 Mod 1 – Carrier Transicold
DD EPA 07 – Detroit Diesel
Class B CDL License – State of Missouri

Taylor P. Clark

Instructor, Full Time - Wentzville

AT in Automotive Technology,
St. Louis Community College
Certifications:
ASE Master Automobile Technician
ASEEF Certified ETL
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance
Toyota Master Certified Technician
Certified Toyota T-TEN Instructor

Michael B. Whitcraft

Instructor, Full Time

AT in Automotive Technology,

St. Louis Community College

Certifications: ASE Master Automobile Technician

ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair

ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance

Toyota Master Certified Technician

AT in Automotive Maintenance Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE Master Automobile Technician
ASE Advanced Level Specialist
ASE Under Car Specialist
ASE G1 Light Duty General Repair
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance
ASE L3 Electric and Hybrid Systems
ASE X1 Exhaust and EGR Systems
ASE XEV Electrical Safety Awareness, Levels 1 & 2
609 A Certified

Lloyd C. Miller

Instructor, Full Time - Wentzville

BS in Automotive Technology,
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
AT in Automotive Maintenance Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE Master Certified Technician
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE A9 Light Vehicle Diesel Engines
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance
ASE L2 Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis
ASE 609 Mobile A/C Refrigerant

Christopher M. Loftus

Instructor, Full Time

Certificate in Automotive Collision Repair,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE Master Certified Technician
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE 609 Mobile A/C Refrigerant
BMW Certified
Mercedes Benz Certified

Robert S. Gaskill

Instructor, Full Time

BS in Applied Management, in progress,
Ranken Technical College
Courses taken at University of Illinois at
Chicago School of Mechanical Engineering
Certifications:
ASE Certified Automobile Master Technician
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance
NAFA Certified Automotive Fleet Specialist (CAFS)
NAFA Certified Automotive Fleet Manager (CAFM)

Don Rote

Instructor, Full Time

BS in Management and Marketing,
Southwest Missouri State University
AAS in Automotive Technology,
Jefferson College
Certifications:
ASE Master Automobile Technician
ASE A9 Diesel
ASE C1 Service Consultant
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance
ASE L3 Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicle
ASE Parts Specialist
ASE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
Missouri Vocational Certificate
Secondary/Post-Secondary Class E
Driver’s License – State of Missouri

Gary Boyher

Instructor, Full Time

BS in Management and Marketing, Southwest Missouri State University
AAS in Automotive Technology, Jefferson College
ASE Master Technician
Additional ASE Certifications A9, L1, G1
Parts Specialist Certified, Service Consultant Certified

Certified Dealership Technician Program

MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, Eastern New Mexico University
BS in Automotive Technology, Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
AAS in Automotive Technology, Jefferson College

Certifications:
ASE Master Automobile Technician
ASE A9 Diesel
ASE C1 Service Consultant
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance
Toyota Certifications – Toyota
Honda PACT Acura and Honda Master
Technician Instructor – Honda
Class A CDL License

Robert L. Callanan

Automotive Division Chair & Instructor, Full Time

MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, Eastern New Mexico University
BS in Automotive Technology, Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
AAS in Automotive Technology, Jefferson College

MEd in Instructional Design,
Western Governors University
BS in Workforce Education,
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
AAS in Automotive Technology,
Lincoln Land Community College
Certifications:
ASE Master Automobile Technician
ASE A9 Diesel
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance
ASE L3 Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicle
Ford Senior Master Technician

Andrew Jesse

Instructor, Full Time

MEd in Instructional Design, Western Governors University, in progress

BS in Education, Training, and Workforce Development, Southern Illinois University – Carbondale

AS in Automotive Technology, Lincoln Land Community College

Ford Senior Master Technician Certified

ASE Master Certified A1-A9

ASE Advanced Level Specialist L1 & L3

AT in Automotive Maintenance Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE Master Automobile Technician
ASE F1 Alternative Fuels
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance
ASE L3 Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicle
Acura Master Technician - Honda
Honda Master Technician - Honda
Certified Acura PACT Instructor – Honda
Certified Honda PACT Instructor – Honda
Toyota T-Ten Instructor

Christopher L. McNealy

Instructor, Full Time

AT in Automotive Maintenance Technology, Ranken Technical College

Acura Master Technician

Honda Master Technician

Acura and Honda Certified Instructor

ASE Master Technician

EPA Certified A/C Technician

ASE Certified G1, L1, L3, F1

BS in Business Management,
National-Louis University
AT in Diesel Maintenance Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE Master Automobile Technician
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE L1 Advanced Level Technician
Mobile Air Conditioning, Section 609,
Clean Air Act - MACS

Timothy F. Michel

Instructor, Full Time, Wentzville

BS in Business Management, National-Louis University

AT in Diesel Maintenance Tech, Ranken Technical College

ASE Master Certified Technician

GM & Toyota Certified

Automotive Maintenance Technology

BS in Workforce Education and Development, Southern Illinois University
AT in Automotive Maintenance, Ranken Technical College
ASE Certified Master Automobile Tech
ASE Certified Master Medium/Heavy Duty
Truck Technician
ASE Certified Advanced Engine Performance L1
ASE Certified Alternative Fuels F1
ASE Certified Preventative Maintenance G1
GM and T-TEN Certified
NATEF Evaluation Team Leader

Ronald L. Raines

Department Chair & Instructor, Full Time

BS in Workforce Education and Development,
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
AS in Applied Science,
Ranken Technical College
Certificate in Automotive Maintenance
Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE Master Automobile Technician
ASE Master Medium/Heavy-Duty Truck Tech
ASE F1 Alternative Fuels
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE 609 Mobile A/C Refrigerant

BS in Workforce Education and Development,
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
AAS in Automotive Maintenance Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE Master Automobile Technician
ASE A9 Diesel
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance
ASE L3 Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicle
General Motors Master Technician
General Motors World Class Technician

William F. Stewart

Instructor, Full Time

BS in Workforce Education and Development, Southern Illinois University – Carbondale, in progress

AT in Automotive Maintenance Technology, GM ASEP Program

ASE Master Automobile Technician Certified

Additional ASE Certifications A9, L1, G1, L3

General Motors World Class Certifications

Missouri Safety Inspector’s License

Missouri Emissions Repair Technician