Dr. Daniel Trad

Associate Professor

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Biography

Daniel Trad is an Associate Professor at the University of Calgary, holding the Canadian Society Exploration Geophysicists Chair in Exploration Geophysics. His research primarily focuses on geophysical data analysis, particularly in imaging, inversion, and interpretation of geophysical datasets. With extensive experience in the field of geophysics, he guides students in advanced topics such as geophysical signal processing and machine learning applications within geosciences. Trad is committed to enhancing the educational journey of his students through innovative teaching methods related to practical geophysical applications.

Research Interests

Courses

GOPH 559 Imaging, Inversion, Interpretation Geophysical Data GOPH 699.50 Selected Topics Geophysics (Geo-Machine Learning) GOPH 701 Advanced Independent Study GOPH 557 Geophysical Signal Processing II

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
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  • Curriculum Vitae
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  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

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