Dr. Patrick Palmer

Professor

Build a Statement of Purpose

Generate a tailored SOP for Dr. Patrick Palmer. Improve your application with a focused, well-structured draft.

Biography

Patrick Palmer is a professor in the Faculty of Applied Sciences at Simon Fraser University, specializing in Mechatronic Systems Engineering. He has an extensive background in electrical engineering, particularly in power semiconductor devices, including wide band gap (WBG) technologies. His research interests encompass driver design, converters based on WBG devices, and sustainable energy generation for electrical grids. Palmer has led various projects related to ship propulsion and electric vehicle systems, emphasizing multiphysics computer simulation and optimization methods. He has contributed significantly to academic literature, with numerous publications in reputable journals and conferences, particularly focused on power electronics and energy systems. Palmer's academic journey includes a Ph.D. from Imperial College London, alongside a Master’s degree from the University of Cambridge.

Research Interests

Courses

MSE 491 D200 Special Topic Mechatronic Systems Engineering MSE 802 G100 Engineering Research Methods MSE 895 G100 Special Topics III MSE 312 D100 Mechatronics Design II MSE 353 D100 Power Electronics Electric Machinery

Requirements for Simon Fraser University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:93
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field
Application Checklist
  • Transcripts
  • Letters of Reference
  • Statement of Intent
  • Writing Sample
Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy