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 since September 2022. His research primarily focuses on structural design optimization and advanced manufacturing technologies. Ibhadode's expertise spans multiple domains including Topology Optimization and Additive Manufacturing. His work includes developing multiphysics methodologies to enhance structural design tools for Industry 4.0 applications. He has contributed significantly to areas involving lattice and porous structure design which supports lightweighting in materials and engineering applications. Osezua has a robust academic background with a PhD in Mechanical Mechatronics Engineering from the University of Waterloo, followed by an MSc from the University of Lagos and a BEng from the University of Benin. His academic career includes a postdoctoral fellowship and various teaching positions, emphasizing the link between advanced manufacturing processes and design innovation.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2022-09-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Teaching and conducting research in Mechanical Engineering.

Postdoctoral Fellow

2021-01-01 — 2022-08-31

University of Waterloo • Waterloo, ON

Research focused on Mechanical Mechatronics Engineering.

Lecturer 2

2016-01-01 — 2017-01-01

University of Benin • Benin City, Nigeria

Lectured in Mechanical Engineering.

Graduate Assistant

2013-01-01 — 2016-01-01

University of Benin • Benin City, Nigeria

Assisted in teaching and research in Mechanical Engineering.

Courses

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