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Shawn Kenny is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Carleton University. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) and a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) from Memorial University, as well as a Ph.D. from Dalhousie University. His research interests encompass the performance integrity of linear civil infrastructure systems, including pipelines, culverts, roads, and railways, and their resilience to climate change effects such as permafrost thaw and flooding. Kenny utilizes advanced computational simulation tools, primarily finite element methods, to assess the impact of various load effects on these civil assets. His multidisciplinary research integrates remote sensing technologies and field studies to understand and monitor the physical environment. He has a proven track record of managing research programs that respond to geohazards and their implications on infrastructure performance. Additionally, he is involved in teaching several engineering courses at Carleton University, contributing to the education of future civil engineering professionals.
Includes MEng and MASc options.