Dr. Mélanie Trudel

Professor

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Biography

Mélanie Trudel is a Professor at the University of Sherbrooke, specializing in Civil Engineering and Remote Sensing. Her research interests encompass Remote Sensing, Water Resources, Hydrological Modeling, and Hydraulic Modeling. She has completed a Post-doctoral degree in Civil Engineering at the University of Sherbrooke and holds a Ph.D. from the École de Technologie Supérieure. Her academic background also includes a Master's degree in Remote Sensing from the University of Sherbrooke and a Bachelor's degree in Physics from the University of Montreal. Trudel's research has led to significant funding from various Canadian research councils, focusing on how satellite data can improve hydrological models and water resource management in Quebec. She teaches courses on Applied Hydrology and Hydraulic Modeling, contributing to the education of future engineers in understanding the importance of hydrology and its practical applications in engineering projects.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

University of Sherbrooke • Sherbrooke, Canada

Teaching and research in the field of Civil Engineering.

Research Assistant

2013-01-01 — 2017-01-01

University of Sherbrooke • Sherbrooke, Canada

Assisted in various research projects related to hydrology and engineering.

Courses

GCI420 - Applied Hydrology GCI742 - Hydraulic Modeling on Free Surface GCI741 - Measurement in Hydrology and Hydraulic Engineering

Requirements for University of Sherbrooke

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related scientific field.
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee (approx. CAD 101 for graduates)
  • Official university transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation / Statement of Interest
  • Letters of recommendation (typically 2-3)
  • Birth certificate copy
Specialization Notes

The University of Sherbrooke is primarily a French-language institution; functional French (B2/C1 level) is typically required for most programs unless specified for research-based paths.