Dr. Shawki Areibi

Professor

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Biography

Shawki M. Areibi is a professor in the School of Engineering at the University of Guelph. His research interests include Physical Design Automation, focusing on algorithms used in VLSI design automation tools, also known as computer-aided design (CAD) tools. Dr. Areibi's work in Reconfigurable Computing Systems aims to achieve performance through customizable architectures while maintaining the flexibility of general-purpose computing. Additionally, he is involved in hardware/software co-design for embedded systems, developing methodologies for specification, automatic synthesis, and validation of sub-classes of embedded systems. His contributions to the field are recognized through various graduate and undergraduate courses he teaches, including courses on digital design, embedded systems, and reconfigurable computing. Dr. Areibi is dedicated to advancing knowledge in engineering through both teaching and research.

Research Interests

Courses

ENGG*6530: Reconfigurable Computing Systems ENGG*2410: Digital Design ENGG*3050: Embedded Reconfigurable Computing Systems

Requirements for University of Guelph

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:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two academic reference assessments
  • Statement of interest
  • English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).