Dr. Taco Niet

Associate Professor

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Biography

Taco Niet is an Associate Professor in the Sustainable Energy Engineering program at Simon Fraser University. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Victoria, which he completed in 2018. Before that, he obtained a Master of Applied Science (M.A.Sc.) and a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Mechanical Engineering from the same institution. His research interests focus on advanced energy systems modeling, energy storage technologies, and the integration of renewable and variable energy sources, with an emphasis on climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies. He has published numerous articles in prominent journals and presented his findings at various international conferences. His teaching interests include control systems, instrumentation, and systems design, where he advocates for effective, sustainable engineering practices. Over the years, Dr. Niet has taught a variety of courses at BCIT, enhancing his commitment to education in energy and environmental engineering subjects. He actively engages with industry to ensure that research outcomes translate into practical applications, aimed at addressing current energy challenges.

Research Interests

Courses

SEE 110 - Energy, Environment & Society ENGR 7480 - Environment, Energy Engineering MECH 8135 - Mechanical Engineering Laboratory MECH 2240 - Strength Materials

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
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy