Dr. Osezua Ibhadode

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Osezua Ibhadode is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Alberta, where he started in September 2022. His research interests primarily focus on structural design optimization, additive manufacturing technologies, and leading-edge manufacturing processes. Dr. Ibhadode directs the Multifunctional Design and Additive Manufacturing Lab (MDAMlab), which concentrates on developing innovative design solutions for Industry 4.0 by effectively utilizing additive manufacturing methodologies. His work aims to advance the understanding and application of topology optimization and lattice porous structures in designing complex functional features. Additionally, Dr. Ibhadode is committed to the development of software tools to assist in teaching and research related to structural design within the ambit of additive manufacturing, ensuring the diffusion of knowledge across multiple disciplines.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2022-09-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton AB

Teaching and researching in the field of Mechanical Engineering, focusing on additive manufacturing and design optimization.

Postdoctoral Fellow

2021-01-01 — 2022-08-31

University of Waterloo • Waterloo ON

Researching mechanical mechatronics engineering.

Lecturer 2

2016-01-01 — 2017-01-01

University of Benin • Benin City, Nigeria

Teaching and supervising students in mechanical engineering courses.

Graduate Assistant

2013-01-01 — 2016-01-01

University of Benin • Benin City, Nigeria

Assisting in research and teaching within the mechanical engineering department.

Courses

MEC E 364 - Manufacturing Processes

Requirements for University of Alberta

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:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management