Dr. Christopher Smelser

Associate Professor

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Biography

Christopher W. Smelser received his B.Sc. degree in Physics from the University of Toronto in 1998, an M.Sc. degree in Physics from the University of Waterloo in 2001, and a Ph.D. degree in Physics from the University of Ottawa in 2007. Dr. Smelser served as a Research Scientist at the Communications Research Centre in Ottawa from 2001 to 2012. In 2012, he joined the Faculty of Engineering and Design at Carleton University, where he currently coordinates the Photonics and Laser Technology Program in the School of Information Technology. His research interests encompass laser-assisted fabrication of photonic components, hybrid optical devices, and applications of optical sensors.

Research Interests

Laser-Assisted Fabrication of Photonic Components Hybrid Optical Devices Applications of Optical Sensors

Experience

Research Scientist

— Present

Communications Research Centre • Ottawa, Canada

Conducted research in various communications technologies.

Associate Professor

— Present

Carleton University • Ottawa, Canada

Teaches and coordinates the Photonics and Laser Technology Program.

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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Specialization Notes

Includes MEng and MASc options.