Dr. Tom Coyle

Associate Professor

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Biography

Tom Coyle is an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto specializing in Materials Science Engineering. His research focuses on the characterization of hard coatings and diamond-ceramic materials, exploring the microstructure-property relationships that govern toughening mechanisms and fracture behavior. He is particularly interested in brittle fracture analysis, materials selection, and mechanical properties of advanced ceramics and ceramic matrix composites. Additionally, Professor Coyle investigates powder processing, encompassing forming techniques and the design of multiphase microstructures. His work on thermal spray coating processes further contributes to the advancement of material applications in engineering.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Toronto

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology