Dr. Benjamin Tutolo

Associate Professor

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Biography

Benjamin Tutolo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geoscience at the University of Calgary. He holds a Doctorate in Geology from the University of Minnesota, obtained in 2015, and a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Systems Engineering from Pennsylvania State University, earned in 2010. His research focuses on reactive transport modeling in groundwater systems, particularly in understanding the geochemical processes affecting water quality and resource sustainability. Tutolo has published several papers in the field of Geoscience, contributing to advanced studies in aqueous geochemistry, microbiology in environmental contexts, and geostatistical methods. His teaching includes courses on advanced aqueous geochemistry, groundwater flow, and environmental microbiology, where he engages students in both theoretical and practical learning experiences. In addition to his academic responsibilities, he leads the Reactive Transport Group at the University, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to geoscience research and collaborating with various initiatives aimed at addressing complex environmental challenges.

Research Interests

Courses

Aqueous Geochemistry Advanced Aqueous Geochemistry Environmental Microbiology Advanced Independent Study Geostatistics Groundwater Flow

Requirements for University of Calgary

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:97
GRE General
Verbal
Required:150
Quantitative
Required:159
Analytical Writing
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:5.5
Prerequisites
4-year Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent 3rd or 4th year course in Theory of Computation 3rd or 4th year course in Software Engineering 3rd or 4th year course in Systems (OS, Compilers, Networking) 3rd or 4th year course in Application (AI, Graphics, Databases)
Application Checklist
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science Master's program. GRE scores are expected for international students.