Dr. James Barby

Associate Professor

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Biography

James Barby is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Waterloo. His research interests focus on mixed-mode behavioral models and devices, complex analog mixed-mode circuits, switched networks simulation for communication power electronics, digital and analog mixed-signal VLSI systems, and numerical approximations for transistor models. He has contributed to the field through numerous publications, including journal articles and conference papers presented at prestigious IEEE events. His work often involves the development and analysis of complex circuits, particularly in the realm of VLSI design and simulation methodologies. Barby completed his Doctorate (PhD) in 1986, followed by a Master's degree (MASc) in 1981, both from the University of Waterloo, and a Bachelor's degree (BTech) from Ryerson Polytechnical Institute in 1979. Over the years, he has taught various courses, including MTE 220 - Sensors and Instrumentation. He enjoys mentoring graduate students in research and guiding them through complex engineering challenges.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Waterloo

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Strong background in Statistics
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Specialization Notes

Includes fields like Clinical, Cognitive, Developmental, and Industrial/Organizational Psychology.