He has been teaching courses in mechanics, structural analysis, steel design, and structural dynamics since 2009. His research interests include passive and semi-active vibration control, vibration absorption and isolation, structural performance innovation, and structural health monitoring. Having previously served as visiting faculty at Bradley University and earning his degrees from Florida A&M University-Florida State University, Dr. Walsh has authored several publications on civil structures and truss towers. He has a bachelor's degree from Florida State University and a master's and doctorate from the Florida Agricultural Mechanical University—all in civil engineering.