Derek Clements | Assistant Professor
Mark C. Nyquist Cornerstone Teaching Scholar
M.S. - 2020, Kansas State University
Architectural Engineering
B.S. - 2009, Kansas State University
Architectural Engineering
Contact Information
2036 Seaton Hall
972-861-0386
dclements@k-state.edu
Professional Experience
Derek Clements received a bachelor’s degree in architectural engineering from Kansas State University in 2009 and completed his master’s in the same discipline in 2020. He worked for Purdy-McGuire Inc. as a mechanical, electrical and plumbing designer as well as project manager. During his professional career in industry, he developed an expertise in energy modeling and Autodesk’s Revit Program. A licensed architectural engineer in Kansas and Texas, and a LEED BD+C accredited professional, Clements returned to Kansas State University in fall 2016 to teach in the GE Johnson Department of Architectural Engineering and Construction Science.
Responsible for developing and teaching most of the computer-aided design courses in the department, Clements has the opportunity to stay current with the latest building information modeling processes through his consulting work on local construction projects.
Research
Clements’ current research involves off-grid power production and usage. He is working with students on the design and construction of an off-grid, solar-powered electric vehicle charging station. An additional focus is on the application of energy codes and their impact on building electrical distribution systems.
Academic Highlights
Appointed as the Mark C. Nyquist Cornerstone Teaching Scholar in 2019, Clements was also the recipient of the 2019 Clair A. Mauch Steel Ring Advisor of the Year award. He has coached AEI Student Design Competition teams that were selected as finalists in 2018 and 2019. He serves as co-adviser for the Illuminating Engineering Society and the Architectural Engineering Institute student groups.
