Dr. Burak Gunay

Associate Professor

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Biography

H. Burak Gunay is an Associate Professor in the field of Building Science Engineering at Carleton University. With a B.A.Sc. from Bogazici University, and both M.A.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees from Carleton University, he specializes in the area of Civil Environmental Engineering. His research interests lie in adaptive indoor climate control, automated fault detection diagnostics, data-driven modeling in building science, building performance simulation, and the implementation of big data in intelligent buildings. As the Director and Associate Chair of Graduate Studies for Building Engineering, he plays a significant role in the academic direction and development of graduate programs within the discipline. His teaching contributions include courses on Building Science, Energy Management, Green Building Design, and Indoor Environmental Quality. Through his work, he strives to improve building performance and sustainability in the built environment.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2014-09-01 — Present

Carleton University • Ottawa, Canada

Teaching and research in Building Science Engineering.

Director, Associate Chair Graduate Studies

2020-09-01 — Present

Carleton University • Ottawa, Canada

Leadership in graduate studies for Building Engineering.

Courses

Building Science Building Energy Management & Optimization Design Project Energy Modeling Existing Buildings Green Building Design Indoor Environmental Quality

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
  • Transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Intent
  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

Includes MEng and MASc options.