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David T. Lau is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Carleton University. He has received his Bachelor of Engineering from McMaster University, and both his Master of Science and Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley. His research interests lie primarily in Structural Engineering, with significant work in structural dynamics and earthquake engineering. He focuses on the monitoring and assessment of large structures, including the Confederation Bridge, and the development of measurement and high-speed computer data processing techniques for real-time monitoring. Additionally, he conducts research on repair, retrofit, and strengthening techniques for existing bridges, buildings, liquid storage tanks, and infrastructures, emphasizing seismic applications and advanced composite materials. He has also been involved in innovative devices related to the dynamic response and earthquake-resistant design of critical structures such as bridges and concrete arch dams.
Includes MEng and MASc options.