Windsor,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Engineering - Turbulence and Energy Lab in Windsor Canada | University of Windsor
University of Windsor
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Windsor Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
23,685
(c. USD16,987.69)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Examines the fundamental principles of flow turbulence to leverage this energy for engineering benefits
Specializes in analyzing turbulent flows within engineering applications including wind turbines, underwater energy storage systems, combustion systems, and solar technologies
Develops energy solutions to enhance traditional, contemporary, and emerging energy systems using sophisticated thermo-fluid dynamics
Researches heat recovery in power cycles, flow-induced vibrations in cylindrical structures, and compressed air hydrodynamics for underwater energy storage
Features a 1 kW four-cylinder double-acting Stirling engine operating at 1500 RPM, along with an external combustion system adaptable to various energy sources
Includes a precision closed-loop wind tunnel capable of generating airflow velocities up to 36 meters per second
Specializes in wind turbine design optimization and studies the beneficial aerodynamic effects of turbine arrays
Models atmospheric wind turbulence and assesses its impact on photovoltaic solar installations
Windsor's distinctive collaborative environment connecting academia, business, and industry provides access to cutting-edge engineering resources and exceptional career prospects. Whether you're a secondary school student exploring engineering, a prospective graduate student evaluating advanced degree options, or an industry professional seeking research collaboration, our Faculty of Engineering stands ready to assist.
Our engineering programs cultivate professional expertise, equipping students to address society's technical challenges and global environmental concerns.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Graduates of recognized universities may apply for admission. In general, admission to graduate study is granted only to those students who have good academic records and who are adequately prepared to undertake graduate work in their field of specialization. In particular, an applicant for admission to a graduate program leading to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy must have either a Master's degree or, in exceptional cases, a four-year Bachelor's degree, or the equivalent; with a minimum average of 77% (or equivalent). Possession of the minimum requirements does not ensure admission. Transcripts, IBT-83 Minimum IELTS: 6.5.
Tuition
CAD
23,685