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Professor Dr. Muthukumaran Packirisamy

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Biography

Muthukumaran Packirisamy is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical, Industrial and Aerospace Engineering at Concordia University. His research focuses on advanced topics in Optical MEMS (Micro Electro Mechanical Systems), including PVDF MEMS, microphotonics, and dynamics of microsystems. He specializes in integrated microsensors and microactuators, as well as silicon micromachining, which involves the design and manufacturing of micro devices using silicon substrates. Packirisamy has contributed significantly to the field of fuzzy system identification in microsystems, advancing both theoretical understanding and practical applications. His innovative work aims to push the boundaries of what is possible in micro-scale engineering.

Research Interests

Optical MEMS PVDF MEMS Microphotonics Dynamics Microsystems Integrated Microsensors Microactuators Silicon Micromachining Fuzzy System Identification

Requirements for Concordia University

Master Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90

Prerequisites

Undergraduate degree in cinematic arts or equivalent proficiency

Application Checklist

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Specialization Notes

Administered by the Mel Hoppenheim School of Cinema; focuses on cinematic arts practice and research-creation.