Dr. Shawn Kenny

Professor

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Biography

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.

Research Interests

Courses

CIVE/ENVE/ACSE 4918 Design Project CIVE 3202 Mechanics Solids II CIVE 4201 Finite Element Methods Civil Engineering CIVE 5103 Finite Element Analysis CIVE 5105 Finite Element Analysis II ECOR 1045 Statics ECOR 1046 Mechanics ECOR 1053 Fundamentals Eng III

Requirements for Carleton University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
Application Checklist
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  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Intent
  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

Includes MEng and MASc options.