Dr. John Mander

Professor

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Biography

John Mander is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Texas A&M University. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Canterbury in New Zealand, obtained in 1984. Mander's research interests encompass various aspects of civil engineering, with a particular focus on reinforced and pre-stressed structural concrete, earthquake engineering, and structural dynamics. His work also includes the design of blast-resistant structures, bridge engineering, and the analysis of hazard impacts including financial loss estimation and mitigation. Additionally, he is involved in railroad engineering and construction design integration, reflecting a broad expertise in integrating engineering principles across multiple domains.

Research Interests

Reinforced Concrete Pre-stressed Concrete Earthquake Engineering Structural Dynamics Blast Resistant Design Bridge Engineering Hazard Analysis Financial Loss Estimation Mitigation Railroad Engineering Construction Design Integration

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
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  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
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  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.