Dr. Karen Gordon

Professor

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Biography

Karen Gordon is a Professor and the Associate Dean (Academic) at the University of Guelph in the Department of Engineering. She specializes in the field of biomechanics and soft tissue mechanics, focusing on modeling the mechanical properties and behaviors of biological tissues. With extensive experience in engineering education, she teaches both undergraduate and graduate courses, including ENGG*2660 - Biosystems, ENGG*1210 - Mechanics, ENGG*3170 - Biomaterials, and ENGG*41X0 - Fourth Year Engineering Design.

Research Interests

Biomechanics Soft Tissue Mechanics Modelling

Courses

ENGG*2660 - Biosystems ENGG*1210 - Mechanics ENGG*3170 - Biomaterials ENGG*41X0 - Fourth Year Engineering Design

Requirements for University of Guelph

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:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two academic reference assessments
  • Statement of interest
  • English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).