Faculty of

Engineering and
Applied Science
www.engineering.uoit.ca

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Table of Contents
:: WELCOME FROM THE DEAN 3

:: WELCOME TO ENGINEERING AT UOIT 4

:: PROGRAMS 5

:: AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING 6

:: MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING 7

:: MECHANICAL ENGINEERING 8
:: COMPREHENSIVE OPTION 9
:: ENERGY ENGINEERING OPTION 9
:: MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING OPTION 9

:: ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING 10

:: SOFTWARE ENGINEERING 11

:: ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT – TAKE YOUR DEGREE TO THE NEXT LEVEL 12

:: UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES 13

:: GRADUATE STUDIES 13

:: INTERNSHIP AND CO-OP OPPORTUNITIES 14

:: INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS 15

:: WORLD-CLASS FACULTY 16

:: FACULTY HIGHLIGHTS 17

:: EVER-EXPANDING FACILITIES 19

:: LEADING-EDGE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT 20

:: CHALLENGING PLAY AND WINNING TEAMS 21

:: STUDENT LIFE 22

:: ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS 23

:: CONTACT INFORMATION 24

Published by UOIT 2009

 Welcome
from the dean
Engineering is a key profession for
enhancing life and creating the industrial
society of the 21st century. As a university
that focuses on technology, the
University of Ontario Institute of
Technology (UOIT) has excellent
Engineering degree programs in a wide
range of disciplines.
I believe that your engineering education
needs to prepare you for a career that
will almost inevitably change direction
more than once. UOIT’s Engineering programs offer innovative course
delivery, state-of-the-art facilities (with additional buildings under construction)
and a globally experienced faculty to ensure you obtain the necessary
skills to thrive in an increasingly complex world.
An innovative educational institution, UOIT is Ontario’s first laptop-based
university. This means you will be immersed in a leading-edge learning
environment that will allow you to remain connected to your peers and
professors anytime and anywhere, on campus and beyond. Our under-
graduate courses make significant use of online opportunities to enhance
the in-class experience.
Our energetic and committed professors have come to UOIT because they
want to be part of a new kind of engineering program. UOIT’s internationally
recognized faculty will collaborate with you in the classroom, the lab and
in the field, providing you with valuable hands-on research experience and
an in-depth education.
Our commitment to the future is reflected everywhere on campus, including
our environmentally progressive campus design. We are committed to
producing engineers who will help redefine the automotive industry, the
energy sector and the manufacturing trade, to name a few.
As you read through these pages, you will be introduced to our programs,
faculty and facilities. I encourage you to visit our campus to see for yourself
what UOIT has to offer and review our website www.engineering.uoit.ca for
additional information.
I look forward to welcoming you to the UOIT engineering experience.

Dr. George Bereznai

Dean

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 Engineering
at UOIT
The Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science at UOIT has developed
innovative programs that will prepare you to succeed as a next-generation
engineer. Our growing national reputation for research excellence is
reflected in the opportunity that you, as an undergraduate student, will
have to work on groundbreaking research projects in state-of-the-art-facilities.
This hands-on experience will prepare you to make an impact on society
upon graduation.
Each of our programs is designed to address both your educational
needs and the market-driven requirements of employers.

Innovative programs:
:: Canada’s only degree programs in Automotive Engineering and
Manufacturing Engineering;
:: Challenging programs in Electrical Engineering and Software
Engineering;
:: A comprehensive Mechanical Engineering program with optional
specialization in Mechatronics and Energy Engineering;
:: An Engineering and Management option for all programs; and
:: Co-op and internship opportunities with leading employers.

Exceptional facilities:
:: An award-winning campus located less than an hour east of downtown
Toronto;
:: State-of-the-art laboratories; and
:: ACE-Global, the new Automotive Centre of Excellence, scheduled to
open in late 2010. The facility will feature a climatic wind tunnel large
enough to accommodate cars, buses, trucks, trains and airplane wings.

Research opportunities inside and outside the classroom:

:: Research projects in all programs, supervised directly by professors
with associated expertise; and
:: Active extracurricular campus teams that offer the opportunity for hands-
on research and participation at national-level university competitions.

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Programs
Programs within the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science are developed
to meet the engineering needs of the new economy.
Engaged, experienced professors will be your instructors. They will teach
you how to look at things with an engineering eye and acquire problem-
solving skills that will set you apart from your peers. You will work on
team projects, learn to communicate clearly and graduate with the flexible
and transferable skills essential for today’s workplace.
Engineering design principles are integrated throughout each program,
culminating in a fourth-year capstone project that will provide you with the
opportunity to synthesize what you have learned as a member of a small
student team tackling real-world research problems in collaboration with
a faculty member.

A solid foundation: UOIT’s first-year common core

As a student in the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science, you begin
with a common program of study. You will gain an in-depth understanding
of mathematics, physics, chemistry, computing and technical communica-
tions, which are the foundation of all engineering disciplines. This
approach ensures you will establish a solid foundation that you can build
upon. You will also have an opportunity to learn about the various programs
within the university context, offering you an opportunity to select a different
engineering discipline should you discover a new program preference
once you have started your studies.

Program list:
:: Automotive Engineering;

:: Manufacturing Engineering;

:: Mechanical Engineering with Comprehensive,

Mechatronics and Energy Engineering options;

:: Electrical Engineering; and

:: Software Engineering

*All programs offer a five-year Management option.

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Automotive
Engineering
The Automotive Engineering program at UOIT is poised to meet the
challenges associated with reshaping North America’s most important
industrial sector. The urgent demand for advancements in transportation
design is accelerating the research opportunities for alternative
technologies such as electric and fuel cell-driven vehicles. The cars,
planes, motorcycles and trucks of tomorrow will be clean, green and
viable – and designed by automotive engineers being trained today.

The only program of its kind in Canada, UOIT’s Automotive Engineering

program takes a multidisciplinary approach, combining a central focus
on mechanical engineering with elements of manufacturing and electrical
engineering. Based on this approach, the program has a course roster
that covers a broad range of topics.
State-of-the-art laboratories and facilities are being developed to further
support the program. ACE-Global, our new automotive centre of excellence,
is scheduled to open in late 2010 and will house a climatic wind tunnel
and rolling road.

Program courses include:

:: Automotive Component and Systems Design;
:: Automotive Structural Design and Materials Selection;
:: Combustion and Engines;
:: Computer-Aided Design;
:: Mechatronics; and
:: Vehicle Dynamics and Control.

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 Manufacturing
Engineering
Two million Canadians are employed in the Canadian manufacturing
sector, and the need for innovative approaches to developing a strong
manufacturing base continues to grow. UOIT offers the only accredited
Manufacturing Engineering program in Canada. Although the sector is
currently facing many challenges, by the time you graduate you will
be well-positioned to lead its recovery and play a leading role in the
advancement of Canadian businesses.

As a student in the Manufacturing Engineering program you will be exposed

to the design and improvement of high-tech systems for the production and
manufacturing of products. This includes the development and application
of new and advanced technologies such as robotics, automation and
intelligent controls in the manufacturing sector.
The program is interdisciplinary in approach, which is important for a
discipline that involves interfacing with other engineers to help find ways
to bring their designs to fruition, bearing in mind factors such as cost,
quality, reliability, appearance, etc.

Program courses include:

:: Artificial Intelligence in Engineering;
:: Computer-Aided Design;
:: Integrated Manufacturing Systems;
:: Kinematics and Dynamics of Machines;
:: Manufacturing and Production Processes;
:: Mechatronics;
:: Robotics and Automation; and
:: Structure and Properties of Materials.

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Mechanical
Engineering
Mechanical engineering overlaps significantly with other disciplines –
electrical, chemical, civil, computer and software to name a few – and
it is arguably the most interdisciplinary of engineering fields.

As a Mechanical Engineering student you will have the choice of three

educational streams:
:: Comprehensive option;
:: Energy Engineering option; and
:: Mechatronics option.
The first two years are almost entirely common for all routes through the
Mechanical Engineering program. In the final two years, you will focus on
your area of specialization.

Comprehensive option
The comprehensive option of the Mechanical Engineering program offers
exposure to the full breadth of mechanical engineering. Graduates will be
well-positioned to find employment in a variety of public/private industries
and services, including automotive, heavy and machinery, heating,
ventilation and air-conditioning, machines and mechanisms, transportation,
dynamics and vibrations, prime movers, robotics and automation,
telecommunications and energy/environment.

Program courses include:

:: Computer-Aided Design;
:: Control Systems;
:: Electric Circuits;
:: Mechatronics;
:: Statistics and Solid Mechanics; and
:: Thermodynamics.

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 Energy Engineering option
The appropriate management of energy issues is critical to a vibrant
economy. This specialization deals with all aspects of energy, from its
generation to its end use, and includes energy conversion, storage,
transportation and distribution.
Energy engineering increasingly focuses on the efficient and environmentally
benign use of energy, as well as energy security and reliability.

Program courses include:

:: Advanced Power Generation;
:: Applied Thermal and Fluids Engineering;
:: Electromechanical Energy Conversion;
:: Energy and Environmental Impact;
:: Energy Engineering Systems Design;
:: Fossil Fuel Energy Conversion;
:: Sustainable and Alternative Energy Technologies; and
:: Thermal Environmental Engineering.

Mechatronics option
Mechatronics engineering involves the design and application of intelligent,
computer-controlled electromechanical systems. It often leads to products
and processes with significantly enhanced function and performance.
This specialization exposes students to the integration of electronics and
mechanical systems using automated and intelligent computer-control
systems to produce new devices (e.g. artificial hearts, anti-lock braking
systems).

Program courses include:

:: Advanced Mechatronics;
:: Circuit Design;
:: Control Systems;
:: Electromechanical Energy Conversion;
:: Fluid Power Systems;
:: Kinematics and Dynamics of Machines;
:: Mechatronic Systems Design;
:: Microprocessors; and
:: Robotics and Automation.

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Electrical
Engineering
The Electrical Engineering program at UOIT prepares graduates to
deal with the rapid advances in technology that are intrinsic to the
electrical industrial sector. This sector powers the new economy, and
the applications for electrical engineering are far-ranging.

Our program focuses on the design and manufacturing of the compo-

nents of electrical and computer technologies and the integration of
these components into complex systems. Power generation, transmission
and distribution systems are one specialty, with an emphasis on ensuring
quality and reliability while addressing such problems as the integration
of power provided by renewable energy systems. We also specialize in
control systems, and the design and development of the building blocks
for communication systems and networks.
Electrical engineering is continually exploring new opportunities and chal-
lenges. Opportunities include the significant developments in telecommu-
nications networks, wireless communication, the Internet and available
computing power. Challenges include determining how to use technology
to tackle societal and environmental needs, such as the urgent require-
ment for efficient, long-range electric vehicles. This program offer many
possibilities.

Program courses include:

:: Computer Architecture;
:: Computer Networks;
:: Control Systems;
:: Digital and Wireless Communications;
:: Digital Signal Processing Theory and Design;
:: Digital Systems;
:: Electrical Engineering Systems Design;
:: Electric Machines;
:: Electromagnetics;
:: Electronic Circuit Design;
:: Power Electronics; and
:: Power Systems.

www.engineering.uoit.ca/undergraduate/electrical

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 Software
Engineering
The Software Engineering program at UOIT provides intensive exposure
to the engineering challenges associated with the development and
utilization of computer software. This elite program also addresses the
design of computers, computer science, integration of software into
computer systems and the applications of software systems.

Demand for software engineers continues with increased technology

advancement and new software being introduced to consumers, businesses
and industry on a global scale. The range of software engineering
applications is growing. From special-effects software for the movie
industry, through to software controlling devices such as digital cameras
and robots, and software that drives businesses and the financial sector,
new opportunities and challenges are being created all of the time. This
includes the development of more powerful software and computers and
the growing requirement for trained professionals to meet emerging needs.

Program courses include:

:: Algorithm Design;
:: Computer Architecture;
:: Computer Networks and Security;
:: Data Management Systems;
:: Human-Computer Interfacing;
:: Operating Systems;
:: Programming Languages;
:: Real-Time Systems;
:: Software Engineering;
:: Software Design;
:: Software Quality; and
:: Software Project Management.

www.engineering.uoit.ca/undergraduate/software

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Engineering and
management – take
your degree to the
next level
To meet the growing need for engineers with the leadership ability to
succeed in a business environment, our programs offer an innovative
management variation. You can choose to complement the technical
studies of your engineering program with business and management
courses, by opting for a five-year Bachelor of Engineering and
Management program in one of the following areas:
:: Automotive Engineering and Management;
:: Manufacturing Engineering and Management;
:: Mechanical Engineering and Management;
:: Electrical Engineering and Management; and
:: Software Engineering and Management.

Start your career with the business skills you need to lead
Our challenging Engineering and Management programs allow you to gain
critical business operations management skills in key areas, including:
:: Engineering operations and project management;
:: Finance;
:: Financial and managerial accounting;
:: Marketing; and
:: Organizational behaviour and management of human resources.

You will complete the first three years of your engineering program followed
by a specialized Business and Management year. The final year you will
finish your engineering program, while incorporating aspects of the
knowledge gained during your Business and Management year.
If you are interested in applying to an Engineering and Management program,
you are required to apply to the engineering program that you wish to
pursue. Once accepted, you can apply to enrol in the Engineering and
Management program. It is possible to transfer into the Business and
Management option at any time before your third year.

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Undergraduate
research opportunities
Research opportunities for undergraduate students are a key differentiator
between UOIT and traditional higher-learning institutions.
Our faculty members are eager to provide you with opportunities to under-
take research projects and understand that hands-on experience will give
you an edge in getting a job or pursuing graduate studies and research
careers. Student–faculty research collaboration happens at UOIT on an
ongoing basis and this unique one-on-one model is an important part of
our student experience.
The following are some examples of projects that our students have
worked on.
Graduate studies
If you wish to continue your studies after completing your undergraduate
degree at UOIT, we continue to introduce new graduate engineering
opportunities.
UOIT presently offers the following graduate programs:
:: Master of Applied Science (MASc) and Master of Engineering (MEng)
in Automotive Engineering; Electrical and Computer Engineering; and
Mechanical Engineering; and
:: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrical and Computer Engineering; and
Mechanical Engineering.
:: For more details about graduate studies at UOIT, please visit
www.gradstudies.uoit.ca.

Automatic door opening mechanism design

As part of their Capstone Design course, four engineering students
designed an innovative automatic door opening mechanism prototype that
stores energy in the form of compressed air each time the door is manually
opened, subsequently using the stored energy for assisted automatic
openings. The door remains functional during emergency situations or
power loss, which is extremely beneficial for people who rely on automatic
doors as part of an accessible community, and is energy-efficient since it
does not rely on electricity for operation.
The prototype won first place at the UOIT Capstone Design competition in
the fall of 2007, followed by a second-place finish in the Minerva Canada
James Ham Safe Design Awards contest. In addition, the students were
selected as one of two teams to represent Canada at Talente 2008, held
in Munich, Germany

EcoCAR Challenge
UOIT won a spot amongst 16 elite teams across Canada and the United
States to participate in EcoCAR: The NeXt Challenge, a competition that
began in Fall 2008. The competition aims to convert a Saturn Vue
crossover into an eco-friendly vehicle. UOIT selected a fully electric
vehicle model.
The team, guided by Dr. Greg Rohrauer, an assistant professor with the
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science and academic director for
ACE-Global, will compete over three years, with the students developing
their designs in the first year and then building, testing and refining the
prototype for the final two years. A competition will be held at the end of
years 2 and 3, which will be subject to a screening similar to those
completed on pre-production prototypes.
For more information about UOIT’s EcoCAR, please visit
www.uoit.ca/ecocar/.

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Internship and
co-op opportunities
UOIT’s strong partnerships provide students with outstanding optional,
paid internship, placement and co-op opportunities. This real-world
experience from leading employers will allow you to gain a competitive
edge upon graduation and enable you to develop engineering and
business skills that will in turn enhance your:
:: Confidence level;
:: Understanding of the role of engineering; and
:: Marketability to future employers.
Students who participate in our co-op and internship programs can
accumulate credit of up to 12 months towards their professional engineer
designation based on relevant working experience.

Co-op
Our co-op program offers you valuable practical hands-on experience that
will enable you to explore your career options in a two- to four-month
placement that typically occurs doing the summer months. If you choose
to participate in one of our engineering placements, you can do so at any
stage of your academic studies.

Internship
The internship experience gives students the chance to handle complex,
challenging work projects and be treated as employees of an organization.
Most often, students find that their internship experience exceeds their
expectations, resulting in conditional offers of employment upon
graduation.
Internships are available during your third-year of studies and are 12 to
16 months in duration.

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 Opportunities with leading employers:
:: Aiolos
:: Bruce Power;
:: Cameco Corporation;
:: CAMI Automotive;
:: Celestica;
:: Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission;
:: DDACE;
:: General Dynamics Canada;
:: General Electric;
:: General Motors of Canada;
:: Hydro One;
:: IBM;
:: Johnson Controls;
:: Klenzoid;
:: Linamar Corporation;
:: Magna International;
:: Messier-Dowty;
:: Morrison Lamothe;
:: Ontario Power Generation;
:: Research in Motion;
:: Roll Form Group; and
:: Smurfit-MBI.

Industry
connections
Each of our innovative programs is created in collaboration with our
strong industry connections. This means that the education you receive
at UOIT is current and you will graduate with the skills that today’s
employers demand.

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World-class
faculty
Professors at UOIT are experts in their fields from around
the world. These men and women will challenge and inspire
you to push your own boundaries of thinking and learning
while broadening your knowledge and understanding in
your chosen field.
Dean – George Bereznai, BE, MEng, PhD,
PEng Associate dean, Research and Graduate Studies
– Greg Naterer, BMath, MASc, PhD, PEng,
FCSME, FASME Associate dean, Accreditation and
Undergraduate Studies – Michael Bennett,
BSc, MA, PhD, PEng, PMP Director, Automotive,
Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering programs –
Hossam Kishawy, BSc, MSc, PhD, PEng PhD, PEng Ali Grami, BSc,
Director, Electrical and Software Engineering programs
– Mikael Eklund, BSc, MSc, PhD, PEng
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Core faculty
Ibrahim Dincer, BSc, MSc,
PhD, PEng Min Dong, BEng,
PhD Mikael Eklund, BSc,
MSc, PhD, PEng Ebrahim
Esmailzadeh, BSc
(Hons)(Eng), MPhil, PhD
Before arriving at UOIT, Assistant
Professor Dr. Min Dong was lead
researcher and developer for the
CEng, PEng, FASME, FCSME,
Corporate Research and Development
Division at Qualcomm Incorporated in
San Diego, California. While in this
position, Dr. Dong pursued innovations
FIMechE, SMIEEE Kamiel
in advanced wireless technologies and
data solutions. She has made signifi-
cant contributions to the design and
standardization of orthogonal fre-
Gabriel, BSc, MBA, MSc,
quency-division multiple access tech-
nologies for the next generation
broadband mobile communications
and is the co-inventor of 12 pending
patents.
Her current research is focused on
signal processing, wireless communi-
MEng, PhD, PEng, SMIEEE
cations and broadband mobile net-
works. Facing the increasingly limited
spectrum and energy availability for
wireless communications, she is
Marnie Ham, Engineering
focusing on improving resource utiliza-
tion efficiency for future wireless com-
munication systems and networks. Dr.
Dong seeks to identify the fundamen-
Technology diploma, BSc,
tal limitations and trade-offs for
resource-limited communications,
and develop technologies and
BSc, MASc, PhD, PEng
methodologies to leverage the intelli-
gence of system and network opera-
tion to be control efficient, link adap-
tive and user co-operative.
Yuping He, BASc, MASc,
PhD, PEng Hossam Kishawy,
BSc, MSc, PhD, PEng Ramiro
Liscano, BSc (Eng), MSc
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(Eng), PhD, PEng, SMIEEE
Lixuan Lu, BES, MES, PhD,
PEng Richard Marceau,
BEng, MScA, PhD, PEng,
FCAE Ruth Milman, BASc,
Dr. Greg Naterer, Tier 1 Canada
Research Chair in Advanced Energy
Systems, professor and associate
MASc, PhD Greg Naterer,
dean, Research and Graduate
Studies, and his team are developing
new clean-energy technologies, with a
focus on nuclear hydrogen production
BMath, MASc, PhD, PEng,
and electric vehicle batteries.
Leading a consortium that includes
Atomic Energy of Canada Limited
(AECL), Argonne National Laboratory
FCSME, FASME Scott
in Illinois, and several others, Dr.
Naterer’s team is testing the world’s
first lab-scale copper-chlorine (Cu-Cl)
Nokleby, BEng, MASc, PhD,
cycle for hydrogen production by
thermochemical water splitting at
UOIT. Hydrogen is a clean fuel for
cars, trains, homes, etc., and potentially
PEng Remon Pop-Iliev, BASc,
a major solution to climate change.
When linked with nuclear stations,
waste heat and/or solar energy, the
Cu-Cl cycle is a much cleaner and
MASc, PhD, PEng Shahryar
lower-cost alternative to existing
technologies, such as those used for
Alberta's oil sands.
Rahnamayan, BSc, MSc, PhD
Bale Reddy, BTech, MTech,
PhD Jing Ren, BSc, MSc,
PhD, PEng Ghaus Rizvi, BE,
MS, MASc, PhD, PEng Greg
Rohrauer, DEC, BEng, PhD,
PEng Marc Rosen, BASc,
MASc, PhD, PEng, FASME,
FCSME, FEIC, FIEF, FCAE
Shahram Shahbazpanahi,
BSc, MSc, PhD, PEng
Vijay Sood, BSc, MASc, PhD,
FIEEE, FEIC, OIQ Ying Wang,
BEng, MASc, PhD, PEng Dan
Zhang, BASc, MASc, PhD, Dr. Vijay Sood brings decades of
engineering and research experience
to UOIT in his present role as an
associate professor. For more than
PEng Ying Zhu, BSc, MSc, 30 years, Dr. Sood was a researcher
at IREQ (Hydro-Quebec) in Montreal
and during that time he became rec-
ognized as an industry expert with
PhD
The research interests of Dr. Remon
strong links to academia.
Dr. Sood has extensive experience in
Pop-Iliev, associate professor and High Voltage DC transmission and
Natural Sciences and Engineering
Research Council of Canada
(NSERC) – General Motors of Canada
flexible AC transmission systems
(FACTS) and their controllers. His
research focuses on the monitoring,
Limited (GMCL) Senior Chair in controlling and protection of power
Complementary faculty
Innovative Design Engineering,
include engineering design, manu-
facturing engineering, engineering
systems and on the integration of
renewable energies in the smart grid.
A member of the Ordre des
materials, and technologies for the
Ahmad Barari, BSc, MSc,
manufacturing of cellular materials
and composites.
ingènieurs du Québec, a Fellow of
the Institute of Electrical and
Electronic Engineers (IEEE) and a
His nationally recognized research Fellow of the Engineering Institute of
PhD, PEng Michael Bennett,
focuses on the design, development,
and optimization of polymer process-
ing technologies for the manufactur-
Canada, Dr. Sood also serves as the
director of the IEEE Canadian
Foundation and is the editor of the
ing of polyolefin foams and foamed IEEE Transactions on Power Delivery.
BSc, MA, PhD, PEng, PMP
composites blown by environmental-
ly safe chemical blowing agents. He
has pioneered the use of polypropy-
lene in single-charge integral-skin
Daniel Fischer, BASc, MASc,
rotational foam moulding for both
foamed core and solid skin applica-
tions. In addition he is developing
innovative polymer processing tech-
PhD, PEng Jurgen Hecht,
nologies for cellular composites,
novel lightweight long-reach compos-
ite robotic arms and plug-in extend-
ed range hybrid vehicles that use
hydrogen as a fuel. BSc, MASc Vinh Quan,
BASC, MASc, PhD, PEng
Yuelei Yang, BE, MS, PhD
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Ever-expanding
facilities
As Ontario’s first laptop-based university, we’ve combined the latest
educational technology with state-of-the-art classrooms and labs so you
graduate with the skills necessary to succeed in the new economy.

ACE-Global
Our students have the opportunity to be part of automotive history – playing
a key role in the reinvention of the automotive manufacturing sector. As
an Automotive Engineering student you will have access to ACE-Global
(Automotive Centre of Excellence), an innovative, world-class testing
centre for research and development focused on automotive manufacturing
and industrial applications. Construction began in 2009 on this 146,000
square-foot facility, which will be equipped to support automotive-related
undergraduate and graduate teaching, and collaborative and industry-
sponsored research.
It will also be home to a climatic wind tunnel that is sized to accommodate
cars, buses, trucks, trains and airplane wings.

Integrated Manufacturing Centre

Our Integrated Manufacturing Centre is a fully automated, industrial-
grade, flexible, manufacturing facility capable of fabricating and
assembling a wide range of products from raw materials. Students use
advanced technologies to create fully functional, automated work cells,
which they can integrate and program in robotic assembly facilities.

Ontario Power Generation

Engineering building
The 40,000-square-foot, three-storey OPG Engineering building includes
17 laboratories designed to give you the latest in hands-on skills. These
state-of-the-art learning areas include a rapid prototyping and manufacturing
lab, a combustion and engines lab, a mechatronics and robotics lab and
an emerging energy systems lab with solar, wind, hydrogen and fuel-cell
technology.

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 Leading-edge
learning environment
UOIT is a leader among North American universities in implementing
and using course- and industry-specific software for laptop learning. You
will receive a high-end laptop at the beginning of your studies and your
professors also develop sophisticated course content using a powerful
campus-wide online learning management system.

Mobile learning
You’ve never experienced education like this before. UOIT’s national
award-winning mobile learning environment allows you to connect with
your professors and peers any time, anywhere – and puts you one step
ahead come graduation.
One of the greatest advantages of our Mobile Learning program is that
all students have equal access to the same technology, resources and
services.
UOIT’s Student Laptop Ownership program means you graduate with your
degree in one hand and your laptop in the other. After completing your
final year of studies in a full-time, multi-year program you will be eligible
to purchase a laptop for $1 upon graduation.
www.uoit.ca/mobile

Smart classrooms
A great advantage to learning at UOIT is that our campus is comprised of
smart classrooms that are equipped with data projectors, state-of-the-art
lecture podiums, wireless access throughout and areas that include wired
and electric drop plugs for improved computing access. State-of-the-art
podiums are outfitted with a data projector, Internet connection and controls
for the lights, microphone and screens. They also enable faculty to
connect their laptop to the podium desktop computer and simultaneously
project their lectures.

Tablet computers
Resembling laptops, tablet computers are designed to convert to a note-
book by manually turning the screen and folding it down. Using a stylus
pen, professors can easily compose handwritten notes and sketches
directly on the screen with ease and project them for the entire class to
view during lectures. Special software is available to allow professors to
convert handwritten notes into typed text documents for distribution to
students, giving you more time to focus on lectures rather than worrying
about taking notes. Professors are also able to label or make notes
during lectures, which can later be saved and accessed.
Tablet computers are particularly useful for math and technical text notations
as they provide the ability to scroll back for clarification, an option not
available when using a blackboard or whiteboard.

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 Challenging play
and winning teams
UOIT Engineering students continue to prove that they are a cut above
the rest, participating in on-campus design competitions as well as
regional, national and international events and a number vehicle team
challenges.

External design competitions

As a UOIT Engineering student, you can challenge yourself outside of
the classroom by getting involved in external design competitions that
bring together engineering students from a variety of other educational
institutions.
Here are a few examples of the extraordinary accomplishments our
engineering students have achieved:
Ontario Engineering Competition;
:: 2009 first place – Senior Design Competition;

:: 2007 first place – Junior Design Competition;

:: 2007 third place – Senior Design Competition; and

:: 2006 third place – Junior Design Competition.

Canadian Engineering Competition;

:: 2009 third place – Senior Design Competition.

2007 Formula SAE West Competition:

:: William C. Mitchell Rookie Award – Best finish for a first-year team; and

:: Second-best Canadian team overall.

Being involved with a vehicle team is another popular choice for UOIT
Engineering students, giving them an opportunity to design, build and test
next-generation vehicles. Other teams include:
:: EcoCAR: The NeXt Challenge team;

:: Formula Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Car team; and

:: Omega Solar: UOIT’s solar vehicle team.

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Student life
UOIT understands that your university experience is about more than just
the challenges you face in the classroom. From your first day on campus
you’ll find activities and pursuits that meet your own unique interests.
A variety of fun activities and informative sessions will welcome you to
campus and assist you with the transition to university. In addition, the
Student Life office offers a comprehensive first-year student orientation
program throughout the academic year.
There are dozens of campus clubs, including program-related groups such
as Engineers Without Borders, the National Society of Black Engineers
and Women in Engineering. You will also find students who share your
other interests through groups such as the UOIT Triathlon Club, while
organizations such as Boycott the Bottle and Rotaract work toward a
better world by advocating on key social issues.
We even offer a Co-curricular Recognition program that supports and
recognizes your participation and leadership in campus activities.
Leadership awards and recognition ceremonies are held for graduating
students in the spring.
E.P. Taylor’s, one of UOIT’s campus pubs, is located in the Student Centre
and is a popular spot to catch great entertainment for all ages.
If your interests run more towards the political arena, you may want to
consider the Student Association, which works to serve the needs of all
students. If you’re more the happy host, our Student Ambassador program
could be just your thing. Student ambassadors are proactive leaders who
introduce prospective students and their families to the UOIT community
by leading campus tours and providing a current student’s perspective.

Recreation
When you’re not challenging your mind in the classroom, UOIT offers
plenty of opportunity on campus to stay active and physically challenge
your body. Our spectacular Campus Recreation and Wellness Centre
(CRWC) includes five gymnasiums, an elevated indoor walking/jogging
track and the Flex, a 10,000-sq.-ft. fitness centre featuring state-of-the-art
cardio and weight machines. For more information, please visit
www.campusrecreationcentre.com
We also offer squash courts, covered tennis courts and an indoor golf
driving facility.
Of course, if you are simply interested in meeting new people and having
fun, we offer intramural sports and activities such as basketball, volleyball,
hockey, soccer, group fitness, badminton and jiu-jitsu.

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 Admission requirements
and scholarships
Ontario admission requirements
Prerequisites:
:: Minimum overall average of 70 per cent on six 4U or 4M credits including
ENG4U (minimum 60 per cent), MHF4U, MCV4U, SCH4U and SPH4U;
:: Students presenting MCB4U (Advanced Functions and Introductory
Calculus – Old),will also require MCV4U (Calculus and Vectors – New);
:: Students presenting MGA4U (Geometry and Discrete Mathematics –
Old) will also require MHF4U (Advanced Functions – New); and
:: Combined minimum average of 70 per cent in math and science courses.
Strong applicants missing one of the prerequisites are still encouraged to
contact our student academic advisor or associate dean to discuss the
possibilities.
For more information, visit www.engineering.uoit.ca.

Scholarships
Because your education is one of the most important investments you’ll
ever make, our Financial Aid and Awards office works hard to ensure you
have everything you need to meet your financial obligations. UOIT is
committed to helping support the financial aspect of your post-secondary
journey and encourages you to take advantage of budget counselling and
on-campus and summer employment opportunities to assist with the cost
of your tuition, books and other fees.
Engineering faculty scholarships are awarded to selected Ontario secondary
school students who are admitted to UOIT and possess an outstanding
admissions average. We also offer a number of High Achievement
Recognition Awards and Awards of Recognition that are based on your
admission average and do not require an application.
In addition, thanks to the generosity of donors, there are a variety of
bursaries and other student awards available if you are in financial need
and in good academic standing. The Ontario Student Assistance Program
(OSAP) and the Canada Student Loans program will also provide financial
assistance if you qualify.
For more information, please visit www.uoit.ca/scholarships.

Scholarships requiring an application

:: Chancellor’s scholarship – one valued at $28,000;
:: President’s scholarship – two valued at $24,000 each; and
:: Founder’s scholarship – two valued at $20,000 each.
Please note: Renewal is subject to maintaining a minimum grade point
average (GPA).

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Contact
information
The best way to experience UOIT is to participate in one
of our campus tours.
Our student ambassadors will introduce you to the university and take
you on an exciting tour of our diverse campus. You will have the opportunity
to see our buildings, classrooms, residences and student services.
During your tour you will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn
more about campus facilities and student life.
To tour our campus, please call 905.721.3190 or visit www.uoit.ca/tours.
If you are unable to visit us, feel free to send your questions along to
Dr. Michael Bennett, associate dean, Accreditation and Undergraduate
Studies, at michael.bennett@uoit.ca.

CHALLENGE INNOVATE CONNECT

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