Dr. Jennifer Drake

Associate Professor

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Biography

Prof. Drake is one of Canada’s leading experts in stormwater management, low impact development (LID), and green infrastructure. Her work draws heavily on the principles of sustainability and holistic management practices in interdisciplinary design, making significant contributions to advanced stormwater design, operations, and maintenance adapted to the unique climate of urban environments in Canadian cities. Her distinctive research advances the state of knowledge across a broad and diverse range of stormwater systems, including conventional conveyance systems, end-of-pipe controls, and vegetated living infrastructure, as well as infiltration-based technologies. Prof. Drake's ongoing commitment to interdisciplinary research facilitates innovative solutions tailored to the challenges of stormwater management in urban settings.

Research Interests

Courses

CIVE 4307 Municipal Hydraulics ENVE 3003 Water Resource Engineering ENVE 5705 Stormwater Management & Low Impact Development

Requirements for Carleton University

Master 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:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
Application Checklist
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  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Intent
  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

Includes MEng and MASc options.