Dr. Pierre Mertiny

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Pierre Mertiny is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Alberta, specializing in advanced polymer composite materials, material behavior, damage mechanisms, and failure prediction. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Alberta and a Dipl.-Ing. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Hannover, Germany. His research focuses on the fabrication of composite component structures, particularly through novel manufacturing methods such as filament winding. Dr. Mertiny has been recognized with multiple awards for his teaching excellence and service to the engineering community, including being appointed the Vargo Teaching Chair and receiving the Summit Award for Excellence in Education from the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists Alberta. His professional affiliations include being a Fellow of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and serving in leadership roles within various technical divisions of the ASME. He actively participates in outreach and educational initiatives, emphasizing the importance of innovative engineering practices in the energy sector.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor and Associate Dean (Undergraduate Programs)

2018-01-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Teaching and conducting research in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, focusing on advanced composite materials.

Awards

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Fellow

2019-01-01
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Dedicated Service Award

2018-01-01
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Vargo Teaching Chair

2016-01-01
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August-Wilhelm Scheer Visiting Professorship

2015-01-01
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Summit Award - Excellence in Education

2015-01-01
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McCalla Professorship

2014-01-01
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Guest Professorship

2014-01-01
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Visiting Professorship

2013-01-01
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SAE Ralph R. Teetor Educational Award

2012-01-01

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