Dr. Hassan Dehghanpour

Professor

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Biography

Hassan Dehghanpour is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Alberta. His research primarily focuses on fluid flow in porous media using experimental and mathematical techniques, with applications in hydraulic fracturing and enhanced oil recovery. He has made significant contributions to the understanding of wettability in tight oil formations, including key studies on the relationship between organic shale wettability and petrophysical properties. Dehghanpour's work involves characterizing rock pore structure and evaluating gas-oil interactions under reservoir conditions. He has led numerous publications in esteemed journals and has developed advanced models for analyzing flowback data from fracturing operations. He holds a PhD in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, an MS from the University of Alberta, and dual BSc degrees in Petroleum and Mechanical Engineering from Sharif University of Technology. In addition to his academic achievements, he serves as a U Engineering Research Chair, showcasing his leadership in the field.

Research Interests

Courses

PET E 365 - Logging Formation Evaluation Theory

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management