Dr. Vincent Mcfarlane

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Vincent McFarlane is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Alberta. He obtained his Ph.D. in Water Resources Engineering from the same institution, completing his thesis on frazil ice characteristics in 2019. Prior to his current role, he worked as a Hydrotechnical Specialist at Stantec Consulting Ltd., where he focused on applied engineering principles relating to hydraulic structures and environmental impacts. In addition, he served as an Associate Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Manitoba, contributing to research in civil engineering. His work aims to advance understanding of river ice processes and their implications for engineering practices and environmental safety. McFarlane's research interests span several areas within water resources engineering, including dam safety, flood routing, and ice jam dynamics, with a particular focus on frazil ice and its behavior in natural water bodies. He actively publishes his findings in reputable journals and regularly presents at conferences in his field.

Research Interests

Courses

Introduction to Fluid Mechanics Advanced Topics in Fluid Mechanics

Requirements for University of Alberta

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:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management