Dr. Adam Weiss

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Adam Weiss is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Carleton University, specializing in Transportation Engineering. He received both his Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Applied Science degrees from the University of Toronto, followed by a Doctorate. His research interests lie in Travel Demand Modelling, Stated Preference Survey Development, Choice Modelling, Behavioural Economics, Econometric Modelling, and Transportation Engineering. Additionally, he focuses on emerging mobility technologies and their implications in modern transportation systems. Prof. Weiss is actively involved in teaching diverse courses related to civil engineering, including courses on Urban Transportation, Urban Systems, and foundational engineering disciplines. He is committed to developing the next generation of engineers through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application in the field. His work contributes to the understanding and advancement of transportation systems in urban settings, proving crucial in adapting to the evolving challenges of mobility in contemporary society. Prof. Weiss continues to engage in research that bridges academia and industry needs, ensuring that his work addresses real-world applications in engineering.

Research Interests

Courses

CIVE 3304 Transportation Engineering CIVE 4303 Urban Systems CIVE 5307 Urban Transportation CIVE/ENVE/ACSE 4918 Design Project ECOR 1055 Introduction Engineering Disciplines

Requirements for Carleton University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
Application Checklist
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  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

Includes MEng and MASc options.