Dr. David Etor

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Biography

David Etor is a lecturer with expertise in Electromechanical Systems and Microsystems Technology, possessing a strong background in both academia and industry. He is currently focused on driving innovation in Engineering Education. With extensive experience, he has published widely in leading international journals and is the author of 'Design Principles for Modern Rotating Electromechanical Machines', a textbook adopted by electrical and mechanical engineering students globally. He has earned an M.Sc. in Electrical Power from Newcastle University and a Ph.D. in Electronic Engineering, specializing in Microsystems Technology, from Durham University. He has also obtained a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Dr. Etor's research interests revolve around public engagement in engineering, enhancing industry-academia partnerships, and improving engineering education. He has held positions at several universities and has contributed as a MEMS Technologist at Collins Aerospace, focusing on advanced sensing microsystems for aerospace applications. His teaching contributions include units on Electromechanical Design, Electrical Energy Conversion, and Electro-Mechanical Engineering Practice. Dr. Etor welcomes inquiries from prospective Ph.D. students interested in collaborating on research opportunities.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

2020-01-01 — Present

University of Bristol • Bristol, UK

Lecturer focusing on Electromechanical Systems and Engineering Education.

MEMS Technologist

— Present

Collins Aerospace (RTX) • Bristol, UK

Contributed to the development and testing of advanced sensing microsystem technologies for aerospace applications.

Awards

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Nigerian President’s NYSC National Honours Award

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NNPC & TotalEnergies MIT-ETT Fellowship Award

Courses

Electromechanical Design Manufacturing Principles Electrical Energy Conversion Supply Electro-Mechanical Engineering Practice

Requirements for University of Bristol

Doctorate 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:19
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Upper second-class MSci honours degree in physics or related discipline Or a relevant postgraduate MSc
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research statement/proposal
Specialization Notes

Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.