Rachel Mok

Dr. Rachel Mok is an Instructor in MIT's Department of Mechanical Engineering, bringing a strong academic background and passion for engineering education. After graduating with highest distinction (top 3% of class) with a BSME from Purdue University Northwest in 2011, she completed both her M.S. (2013) and Ph.D. (2019) in Mechanical Engineering at MIT. Her doctoral research focused on the theory and simulation of bacterial dynamics. Her teaching experience began as a graduate teaching assistant for thermal-fluid engineering (Course 2.005), where she discovered her enthusiasm for education. She has industry experience from three summer internships at Northrop Grumman, where she worked on product design and structural analysis using finite element methods. Currently, she develops online courses and educational tools to demonstrate engineering principles, combining her technical expertise with innovative teaching methods. Her commitment to education is evident in her focus on creating engaging learning experiences that make complex engineering concepts accessible to students.