Alberto Urbina

Dr. Alberto Urbina is an accomplished leader in technical education and workforce development with over 25 years of experience spanning industrial construction and academia. Beginning his career as a welder, pipefitter, and welding inspector in the Gulf Coast industrial sector, he has since advanced into senior leadership roles and currently serves as Vice President of Houston City College – Southeast.

An HCC graduate, Dr. Urbina holds a Civil Engineering degree from the University of Houston-Downtown, completed graduate studies in Welding Engineering at The Ohio State University, and earned both a master’s in educational leadership from The University of Texas at Arlington and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from The University of Houston-Clear Lake. His credentials include Registered Engineer in Texas, Certified Educator, and Certified Program Planner.

Dr. Urbina’s career reflects a commitment to bridging industry and education. He has served as a high school teacher, college professor, program director, department chair, executive director, and dean. Recognized by the American Welding Society with the District 18 Outstanding Welding Educator Award, he continues to influence technical education as Technical Chair for The American Welding Society - Houston Chapter, a member of the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Livestock Committee, and an advisor to multiple Career and Technical Education committees across regional school districts.