Dr. Liam O Brien

Professor

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Biography

Liam O'Brien is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Carleton University. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Aerospace from Ryerson University, a Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Toronto, and a Ph.D. in Building Engineering from Concordia University. His research focuses on building occupants' behavior, building performance relating to comfort and energy, smart buildings utilizing big data, building simulation, design, and data visualization. O'Brien is also engaged in post-occupancy evaluations and the design of high-performance solar buildings. His work extends to building automation systems and daylighting solar control. He leads The Delta Controls Lab, which specializes in energy use, thermal comfort, and indoor air quality assessments in building automation systems.

Research Interests

Building Performance Smart Buildings Building Simulation High Performance Solar Buildings Building Energy Occupants' Behavior Data Visualization Facilities Management

Experience

Professor

2001-01-01 — Present

Carleton University • Ottawa, ON, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in the field of Building Engineering and Energy Systems.

Courses

Architecture Environment Green Building Design Design Project Introduction to Engineering Disciplines Professional Practice Indoor Environmental Quality Building Services Engineering Research Methods

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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  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

Includes MEng and MASc options.