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ENGINEERING
WESTERN UNIVERSITY
UNDERGRADUATE VIEWBOOK 2022
eng.uwo.ca
ENGINEERING | 1
Creating Leaders
Matthew Rebecca Alex Lauren Jason
Crossan Mckillican Kopacz Lake Falbo
Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Civil Engineering Software Engineering
BESc ’15, MESc ’18 BESc ’02, HBA ’02 BESc ’13 BESc ’13 BESc ’04
Renault Formula 1, CEO of Well.ca Olympic Gold COO and Co-founder Chief Technology
Vehicle Performance Medalist, two-man of Bridgit Officer, Mircom
Rebecca has a
Engineer bobsleigh Group of Companies
particular eye For Lauren, becoming
Joining Western for opportunity. While a career at a business owner From an co-op
Engineering’s Combining her NASA, SpaceX, or wasn’t something with IBM during his
Formula SAE team, Electrical Engineering Tesla was always a she envisioned until undergraduate studies,
which fabricates and degree with her long-term dream of the distant future, an MBA abroad, to
competes in a formula- Business degree from Alex’s, during his time but in 2014, only a management experience
style race car, was all Ivey, she seamlessly at Western his more year after graduation, internationally, Jason
Matthew’s competitive transitioned from immediate goal was to she and her business Falbo has now taken
spirit needed to a New York private win a gold medal at the partner launched on the role of Chief
pursue a dream. In equity firm to the CEO Olympic games. That their technology Technology Officer at
2017 Matthew bested of Well.ca. She now dream was realized at startup, Bridgit. This Mircom, the intelligent
12,000 applicants to runs the e-commerce the 2018 Olympics in construction-project building solutions
win a placement with business that is made PyeongChang. management tool company. Jason’s
the Infiniti Engineering up of 200 employees is used on as many responsibilities include
“You can only be as
Academy, a technical across Guelph and as 10,000 different the overall technical
strong as the group
partner to Renault Toronto. projects at any given vision and direction
that supports you.
Formula 1, where he time all over North of Mircom’s product
I am proud to say
now works permanently America. portfolio.
there are many of
in the United Kingdom
those at Western.”
as a Vehicle Performance
– Alex Kopacz
Engineer.
2 | WESTERN UNIVERSITY
Rebecca Kundan Ashlee Craig Kirsten
Dean Joshi Posner Follet Westeinde
Mechanical Engineering Software Engineering Chemical Engineering Software Engineering Software Engineering
BSc ’11 , BESc ’13 BESc ’04 BESc ’06 BESc ’08, HBA ’08 BESc ’14
Manager, Ride and CEO and Founder CEO of CEO and Co-founder Senior Software
Show Engineer at of TheAppLabb Aromachology of Universe.com Developer at Shopify
Universal Creative
At Western Ashlee doesn’t fit the After beginning his Starting as a co-
What some consider Engineering, traditional Chemical career in consulting, op student during
magic, Rebecca calls Kudan learned to Engineering mold, Craig’s entrepreneurial her undergraduate
engineering. With a think differently instead, she used spirit pushed him to studies, Kirsten
talent for creative and attributes his her knowledge and make a leap into the worked for Shopify
problem-solving professors with his skills to create one of startup industry. He on the Internal Tools
developed at Western “out-of-the-box” the most innovative went on to become the team. Shortly after
Engineering and style of analysis and fragrance companies. Co-founder and CEO completing her
the goal of creating divergent thinking. Along with her business of Universe – the social Software Engineering
lasting memories, This unique style led partner, Ashlee started marketplace for events. degree she returned
Rebecca oversees the to Kundan starting his Aromachology, a The company was to Shopify where
development of ride company TheAppLabb company that uses acquired by Live Nation she now works
and show attractions in 2007, which has now science and engineering in 2015. Craig is now rebuilding software
at Universal from the moved beyond apps to customize fragrances an active advisor and from the ground
initial kickoff to ride and expanded into based on personality angel investor in the up using a number
fabrication and even artificial intelligence traits. startup community. of programming
special effects. and augmented reality. languages.
ENGINEERING | 3
Your future begins here
“Western Engineering offers a
multitude of opportunities that
have allowed me to embrace a
diverse and enriching university
experience and the general first
year guided me to find the discipline
I am most passionate about.
I have been able to work with
academics on incredible research
projects in summer research co-
ops, attend conferences across the
country, and express myself through
a wide array of extracurriculars such
as the Western EngiQueers and the
Western Engineering Musical. Western
Engineering makes me feel at home.”
Megan Green
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING STUDENT
Build your future Join a club.
Western Engineering offers you unique Complete a co-op. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
possibilities and unparalleled support. Go international.
Ontario high-school students:
You can build your future at Western with The choice is yours.
co-curricular and experiential learning + English (ENG4U)
When you join Western Engineering,
opportunities, including: + Advanced Functions (MHF4U)
you will be provided with the skills and
+L
ong Term and Summer Co-ops knowledge to become a successful + Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U)
+C
ombined and Concurrent Degrees problem solver – prepared to address
+ Chemistry (SCH4U)
and find solutions to meet the needs
+C
ertificates of society. As you start your academic + Physics (SPH4U)
+ International Experiences journey towards becoming a Professional +P
lus one other 4U or 4M level
Engineer, we will provide you with the course (highest grade
+L
eadership Opportunities foundation you need to excel in your is chosen)
+E
xceptional Student Support chosen career. You will be given the
opportunity to shape your academic Non-Ontario students: please visit
experience in flexible and exciting ways,
welcome.uwo.ca/next-steps
creating paths of study designed to your
individual interests and aspirations.
4 | WESTERN UNIVERSITY
FIRST YEAR
Home Away From Home
Western Engineering provides a strong
Engineering Excellence
Admission Program
FIRST YEAR COURSES
community environment. When you Choosing an upper-year stream can + Calculus for Engineers
start your academic journey with us, you be stressful and we want you to
will join a cohort of approximately 750 have options. Which is why Western + Linear Algebra with
first-year students. Professors will know Engineering will guarantee your Numerical Analysis for
your name and academic counsellors acceptance into the program of your
will be available to help you navigate choice (except Mechatronic Systems
Engineering
and succeed through your university Engineering and Software Engineering)
experience. + Business for Engineers
after first year if you:
+h
ave a minimum entrance + Discovering Chemical
average of 85%
Common First Year Energetics
+m
aintain an average of 80%
When you start in September, your first- in first year + Programming
year academic counsellor will have your
+n
o failures, on a full course load
timetable ready for you. With our common Fundamentals for
first year, you and all of your first-year Engineers
classmates will take the same courses. Living-Learning Community
The Business for Engineers course in
Living-Learning communities are themed + Foundations of
the first-year curriculum recognizes the Engineering Practice
floors where residents who share the
importance of a business perspective for
same academic faculty, program, or
engineering practice and creates multiple + Physics for Engineers
interest live together on the same
opportunities for further educational
floor. Engineering has a Living-Learning
experiences while you are at Western.
community in Essex and Saugeen-Maitland + Properties of Materials
Throughout first year, you will have the
Hall providing students an easy way to
opportunity to participate in activities to
meet their first-year engineering peers,
+ Engineering Statics
help with your transition into university life.
access to study groups, community and
You can join clubs and teams, get to know
social events and upper-year mentors.
your first-year classmates and explore our
engineering programs in more detail.
ENGINEERING | 5
Get involved
Western Engineering has
an active Students’ Council
— the Undergraduate
Engineering Society (UES).
The UES provides a student
voice at various faculty
meetings, organizes social
events, and offers resources
to support students.
“Western Engineering has a very
Try something new. welcoming and friendly culture
Expand your skill set. where faculty and students
Make a difference. are always willing to provide
Every year, more than 500 Western assistance and encouragement.
Engineering students participate
in faculty-based groups, clubs and
Here at Western, we say that
teams, as well as University-wide “Engineering is a team sport”
programs, and volunteer opportunities
and I can confirm that this is true,
across the City of London. By
participating in extracurricular but it is truly something that you
activities, you will develop leadership need to experience yourself to
skills, gain hands-on engineering
experience, and build a new network understand how valuable it is.”
of friends. Abbey Slawich
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING STUDENT
Western Engineering
is a Team Sport
An engineering degree can sometimes
feel like an individual and competitive
degree, but Western Engineering
creates a different culture.
6 | WESTERN UNIVERSITY
Team Profile
WE MARS
By designing and building their own rover, WE
MARS competes in the European Rover Challenge
where their rover completes similar tasks to the
rovers on Mars. Additionally, WE MARS prides
itself in engaging youth in robotics through FIRST
Robotics Competitions and community events by
providing mentorship and organizational support.
Club Profile
Women in Engineering
The Women in Engineering Club at Western
University is a student group working to provide
social and academic support for future and current
women students. Created in 1989 to increase the
representation of women in Western’s engineering
program they continue to do so today by organizing
speakers, events, and initiatives to help orient
women new to engineering and university life.
ENGINEERING
ENGINEERING || 7
Programs
BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING Both Kiran and Emily conducted
Biomedical research on
Design solutions to healthcare challenges
knee orthopeadics and knee
replacements. Their research
Western’s new Biomedical Engineering and their Biomedical Engineering degree
undergraduate program allows students concurrently during Year 5. helps to develop new research
to earn two degrees in five years – one methods for future testing.
in Biomedical Engineering and one in a Intensive research Kiran worked on the accuracy of
core engineering discipline (Chemical,
experience
Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronic models measuring interactions of
Systems Engineering). Graduates of Students will spend the summer
the program will be well qualified for between Years 4 and 5 in either a knee ligaments and Emily used a
engineering positions in the medical summer co-op with an employer in model knee joint to test the force
device sector and a variety of other the biomedical sector or at a summer
research placement, most commonly at control of a knee simulator and
sectors, admission to leading biomedical
engineering graduate programs, and Western or one of its affiliated hospitals motion capability.
admission to medical school. or biomedical research institutes. Most
students will continue their summer
Kiran Singh
Students will enter the program from project as their final-year research thesis.
MECHATRONIC SYSTEMS AND
the Engineering common first year, BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING STUDENT
develop a solid foundation in their core
engineering discipline in Years 2 and Interested students are eligible to Emily Bangsboll
3, complete a Biomedical Engineering apply for possible preadmission MECHANICAL AND BIOMEDICAL
cohort year in Year 4 consisting of ENGINEERING STUDENT
to Biomedical Engineering by
interdisciplinary biomedical engineering submitting a supplementary
courses, fundamental biomedical science application using the Engineering
courses, and nontechnical electives CONNECT profile. Visit eng.uwo.
related to healthcare issues, and then ca/future-students/apply-now
complete their core engineering degree
8 | WESTERN UNIVERSITY
UPPE R YEAR S
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING Options
+ Chemical Engineering
Improve everyday living while + Biochemical and Environmental Engineering
protecting the environment
Career Possibilities
Chemical engineers work to innovate, improve lives and address society’s growing + Biochemical and + Energy Conversion,
sustainability concerns. As a Western Chemical engineering student, you will use a Pharmaceutical Development Renewable Fuel
multiscale engineering approach to design commercial processes that sustainably
transform raw materials, living cells and microorganisms into useful consumer + Sustainable Petrochemical and Development and
Commodity Manufacturing Manufacturing
products such as polymers and bio-polymers, medicines, food, and fuels; while
at the same time protecting the environment. You will use theory and practice to +
+ Food Processing and Production Environmental Pollution
develop the skills necessary to address global sustainability challenges including Control and Remediation
+ Carbon Capture
Greenhouse Gas mitigation, carbon capture and the production of clean water.
CIVIL ENGINEERING Options
+ Structural Engineering +E
nvironmental
Improve quality of life for people around the world + Environmental Engineering Engineering
with International
Civil engineers build and improve communities by providing essential + Structural Engineering with
Development
infrastructure, solving environmental problems caused by industrialization International Development
and resource consumption, and by mitigating natural disasters.
Learning in state-of-the-art Civil engineering facilities, you will take Career Possibilities
classes such as structural analysis, wind engineering, geotechnical + Structural and Infrastructure + Municipal Engineering
design, international development and environmental engineering. Engineering + Wind Engineering
This program prepares you to design and construct challenging
+ Environmental Consulting +C
onstruction
structures, improve the environment and quality of life for the future
and have a global perspective on development and sustainability. + Water Resources
9 | WESTERN UNIVERSITY ENGINEERING
ENGINEERING || 9
Programs ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING Power the future Career Possibilities From the smallest microchip to the largest power station, Electrical engineers harness + Power Systems electrical energy for human benefit. As a Western Electrical engineering student, you + Telecommunications will embrace the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism. Your knowledge will be applied to fields such as: electronics, digital computers, robotics, + Consumer Electronics power engineering, telecommunications, control systems, and signal processing. Electrical + Biomedical Engineering engineering will prepare you to take on the world’s power and energy challenges. INTEGRATED ENGINEERING Become an innovation leader Career Possibilities Instead of specializing, Integrated engineers work across fields realizing opportunities and + Engineering-based Startups implementing practical solutions. In the Integrated engineering program, you will have a + New Product Introduction broad foundation in engineering fundamentals and problem-solving approaches across and Management different engineering disciplines and develop skills to navigate and manage the interaction + Engineering Consulting between engineering and business. Your knowledge and skills will be suited to participate on and lead interdisciplinary engineering and business teams to seek innovative solutions to significant challenges, including: climate change, renewable energy, environmentally friendly buildings, food and water security, autonomous transportation systems, and much more. 10 | WESTERN UNIVERSITY
UPPE R YEAR S
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Design a better tomorrow Career Possibilities
Mechanical engineers use fundamental engineering concepts and contemporary design + Motor Vehicle and Parts Manufacturing
practices to develop new devices, materials, processes and systems. As a Western + Aircraft and Parts Manufacturing
Mechanical engineering student, you will apply the principles of physics and materials
science for analysis, design, manufacturing, and maintenance of mechanical systems, + Biomedical Equipment Design
automotive and aerospace systems, and robotics. Working closely with faculty supervisors, + Power Generation
in your fourth year you will complete a major Mechanical Engineering Design Project + Petroleum and Process Industry
developing skills to become a dynamic and capable engineering professional.
MECHATRONIC SYSTEMS ENGINEERING
Develop intelligent systems and devices Career Possibilities
Mechatronic Systems engineers combine elements of mechanical, electrical, software, and + Robotics and Automation
systems design to create smart solutions to everyday problems. As a Western Mechatronic +A
erospace
Systems engineering student, you will take core courses in each of these areas alongside + Research and Development
Mechatronic Systems engineering courses that serve to connect and expand upon
discipline-specific foundations. You will graduate with the skill set to work across disciplines + Controls and Systems
and improve systems in healthcare, aerospace, automotive, robotics and more. Integration
ENGINEERING
ENGINEERING || 11Programs
SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
Develop the next big software solution Career Possibilities
Software engineering is a systematic and disciplined approach to the design + Software Engineer
and development of software. It applies technical computer science skills and + Applications Developer
engineering principles to the creation, operation, and maintenance of software
systems. In Western’s Software engineering program, you will experience a real- + Information Systems Manager
world education approach to allow you to specify, design, implement, and maintain + Data Science Specialist
innovative software systems. You will engage in experiential learning opportunities + Video Game Developer
and project-based courses, building software systems, ranging from apps for mobile
devices to systems used by world-wide organizations. + Web Systems Developer
+ Cyber Security Analyst
“There are few Canadian universities that
offer a robust Engineering and Business
combined degree program like the one
offered at Western University. This
program has allowed me to explore my
passion for both Chemical engineering and
business through eye-opening experiences
inside and outside of the classroom.
This degree has taught me to approach
problems with an analytical and holistic
view, an invaluable skill set to employers.”
Shoshauna Oryema
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
AND HBA STUDENT
12 | WESTERN UNIVERSITYThe Ivey HBA Advantage
Countless Opportunities
Great engineering careers are built on
leadership and innovation. The most
respected companies in the world
rely on critical thinking and analytical
skills to achieve breakthrough
engineering technologies. Leaders
in these organizations seamlessly
blend engineering and business
perspectives to confront important
problems facing society.
Honours Business Administration (HBA)
at the Ivey Business School is Canada’s
foremost undergraduate business
program and recognized internationally
for the leadership opportunities
created for its graduates. Combined
with a Bachelor of Engineering Science
(BESc) degree, graduates go on to
work in nearly every industry, from
engineering companies and strategy
consulting to finance.
The John M. Thompson
Centre for Engineering
Leadership and Innovation The Linamar Scholarship for
Through the partnership of Western Women in Engineering and Business
Engineering and the Ivey Business
This incredible scholarship supports +A
ccess to a summer co-op position
School, the Thompson Centre provides
up to 10 students who self-identify with Linamar Corporation
programs and activities that support
as women entering HBA 1 with the
the growth of engineering and +A
guaranteed employment
intention of completing the dual degree
innovation interest and expertise at opportunity at Linamar Corporation
program in Engineering and Ivey (BESc/
Western. With regular speaking events upon the conclusion of your degree
HBA) with the following:
from industry leaders, certificate This Scholarship will help you to
options and teaching case studies, +H
alf the cost of tuition for the
succeed in school today and provide
the Thompson Centre brings together remainder of your undergraduate
you with early career experience to go
engineering and business perspectives degree
on to be an engineering and business
to create new opportunities. leader of tomorrow.
ENGINEERING
ENGINEERING || 13Combined
The evidence is in:
Combined Degrees will give you an edge
“The combined degree of engineering and
law gave me the opportunity to pursue
an uncommon field of study that I have a
great interest in. With this program, I have
the ability to use my qualitative engineering
skills and communicative legal education
to impact the industry in a unique way.
Western gave me the chance to integrate
my two distinct passions, graduate with
a degree that will make me stand out to
future employers and get me a job I love.”
Paige Newman
CIVIL ENGINEERING AND LAW STUDENT
Western Engineering Engineering and Ivey HBA Biomedical Engineering
offers opportunities Addressing today’s global, economic, We offer degrees that combine
and environmental challenges Biomedical Engineering with Chemical,
that allow you to requires people who are able to find Electrical, Mechanical or Mechatronic
graduate with two full creative yet practical solutions. In
just five years, you are prepared to
Engineering. These combinations
extend core engineering disciplines
degrees in less time be a technology-proficient leader to the design and analysis of medical
by combining an Honours Business devices and the application of
than it would take Administration (HBA) degree at the Ivey engineering to solve problems in
to complete them Business School with your Bachelor of medicine and biomedical sciences.
Engineering Science (BESc) degree.
individually.
A combined degree gives you a Engineering
competitive edge towards a rewarding Engineering and Law and Your Passion
career. You will have the engineering Unique in Canada, the combined We offer more than 50 other Concurrent
skills and knowledge to become a degree with Western Law allows you degrees involving a major module in
successful problem solver who is to complete a Juris Doctor (JD) with faculties such as Science, Music, Social
prepared to find solutions to current a Bachelor of Engineering Science Science or Arts & Humanities so you
and future problems around the world (BESc) in six years. This program can pursue all of your passions in life.
in a traditional engineering career or gives you the legal and engineering
profession of your choice. knowledge and skills to meet industry
demands and solve societal problems.
14 | WESTERN UNIVERSITYInnovation starts here
Western Engineering students
and alumni excel as innovative leaders
“The flexible nature of Western’s engineering program has
allowed me to pursue a business opportunity that spawned
from an engineering co-op position. My product was
validated by Western Baseball and in the engineering labs,
and is now the subject of my fourth-year engineering thesis
and will be incorporated into my future capstone project.
Mitchell Godkin
MECHANICAL AND MATERIALS ENGINEERING STUDENT
Mitchell Godkin is the creator of Leadbury Bat Co. a premium baseball bat
manufacturer. Developed and tested at the General Dynamics lab at Western
Engineering, his innovative drying method is reinventing baseball bat manufacturing.
Bring your ideas “Western has a great entrepreneurial
to life through community and many alumni to
entrepreneurship, support students. Taking Integrated
design and Engineering has taught me the
foundations of design innovation and
technical expertise.
Propel has supported me greatly
Accelerate your startup towards earning my first sale. I am
Western is home to the looking forward to seeing how I can
Morrissette Institute for grow my business so that I can give
Entrepreneurship, a consolidated
entrepreneurial ecosystem that
back along with the other alumni.”
brings research, education and Josh Reding
programming created at Ivey INTEGRATED ENGINEERING STUDENT
Business School to students in all
disciplines, and to entrepreneurs Josh Reding is the founder of MakerBars, an energy
at every stage of their journey. bar company that uses a “meal-kit” to reunite
customers with their love of cooking while also
providing tasty and affordable bars sourced
from Canadian partners.
ENGINEERING
ENGINEERING || 15Co-op Programs
“Through Engineering’s Co-op Programs,
I had the opportunity to work in contracting,
consulting and government agencies.
This diverse exposure to work experience
throughout my early career enriched my
understanding of new projects I receive and
has provided me with different perspectives.
Engineering’s Co-op program provided me with
the opportunity to network with peers, mentors
and employers in different industries and I’m
grateful for the exposure to all the avenues of
transportation engineering I have received.”
Amanda Rochon
CIVIL ENGINEERING CO-OP STUDENT, DILLON CONSULTING LTD
Put Skills Into Practice Long Term Co-op
WHERE DO OUR
STUDENTS WORK?
While completing your engineering Gain a competitive advantage by working
degree, you are encouraged to on advanced engineering projects from
participate in a Long Term and/ start to finish during a Long Term Co-op. Aecom
or Summer Engineering Co-op. You Amazon
+C
o-ops are 12 to 16 months
will earn money and gain extremely ArcelorMittal
beneficial work and networking +A
vailable prior to your BOS Innovations
final year of studies Deloitte
experience.
Enbridge Gas Inc.
+A
verage co-op salary General Dynamics Land Systems
is $50,000/year General Motors
Career Services Office Google
Built to support Western Engineering’s Honda
rapidly growing co-op program, the Summer Co-op Hydro One
IBM Canada Ltd.
Career Services office is designed to Gain valuable engineering and career- Imperial Oil Limited/ExxonMobil
make the transition from university related work experience during Labatt Brewing Company
to the workforce as stress-free as the summer months to enhance Linamar Corporation
possible with resources like: and build on the skills acquired Magna International
during your engineering degree. Microsoft
+R
ésumé/cover letter review
NOVA Chemicals
and interview preparation +W
ork terms 4 months in Ontario Power Generation
+ Job search and career support length (May to August) RBC
Siemens Canada Ltd.
+ Professional development workshops +M
ultiple work terms can be completed Stantec Consulting
Suncor Energy Inc.
+ Industry and alumni panel discussions
3M Canada
+O
pportunities to connect Toronto Hydro
with employers Trudell Medical
WSP Global Inc.
Local, Provincial, and Federal
Government Agencies
… and many more!
16 | WESTERN UNIVERSITYfast facts
2021 98%
AVERAGE EMPLOYMENT
SALARY RATE WITHIN
$ 50K/YR 2 YEARS OF
GRADUATING
+C
o-op job board exclusive for
students participating in our
programs
+C
o-ops can be completed with
local, national, and international
employers
+M
ultiple Summer Co-ops
and a Long Term Co-op
can be done during a
student’s undergraduate
engineering degree
+F
lexible, optional,
experiential learning
opportunities!
ENGINEERING | 17Internationalizing your Western Engineering experience Each year, Western Engineering welcomes students from across Canada and from around the world. More than 50 countries are represented in Western Engineering’s undergraduate and graduate programs. We are committed to diversity and inclusion by providing a welcoming environment to all students. Travel. Learn a new language. Gain global experience. Help people in need. Engineers often work for multi-national companies and face opportunities that require a broader vision, communication across cultures, disciplines and languages, and an understanding of other societies and cultures. There are many paths at Western Engineering to prepare you for global impact. Global and Intercultural International Experiences Engagement Honour You can complete part of your degree overseas Western Engineering students have experienced by participating in courses with international international engagement by travelling to China, components. You will have the option to travel Dominican Republic, England, France, Germany, and live abroad while pursuing your studies Ghana, Peru, and other countries. through academic international exchanges. Once achieved, the Honour will appear on the student’s official transcript upon graduation. Civil Engineering and International Development Program In this program you will explore the complex societal, environmental, political, and economic issues associated with building safer communities in the developing world. Students can participate in an optional placement opportunity working in developing countries or in-need communities in Canada. Engineers Without Borders Engineers Without Borders promotes human development through increasing access to technology to help communities around the world improve their standard of living. Western’s branch has a great variety of portfolios, including advocacy, fair trade, youth and public engagement, as well as a fantastic creative team. 18 | WESTERN UNIVERSITY
ENGINEERING | 19
Shape the future
“I wanted to be a part of Western’s
wind research team because of their
reputation worldwide and to work in
state-of-the-art facilities such as the
Boundary Layer Wind Tunnel. It has
been a unique opportunity to broaden
my knowledge about how wind affects
structures while gaining hands-on
experience and improving my skills.
The research I am currently working
on could potentially contribute to the
design of millions of buildings.”
Matthew Vandewiel
CIVIL ENGINEERING STUDENT
By building models and testing them inside
Western’s Boundary Layer Wind Tunnel,
Matthew’s research is focused on the effect
of wind loads on mid-rise buildings.
20 | WESTERN UNIVERSITY“I have often considered graduate
studies as the next step for me after
my undergraduate degree. Summer
research is a great way to get a feel
for what it would be like to pursue a
Master’s Degree or PhD and help me
to make an informed decision.”
Sarah From
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING STUDENT
Sarah’s summer research focused on the
conversion of biomass materials. Processes
that could be used in a “biorefinery” to replace
fossil and petroleum feedstocks with plant-
based materials.
Western Engineering is Research with Impact in research over the summer term.
Our programming is designed to
committed to making At Western Engineering, we ensure that all students interested
conduct research directed towards in conducting research will have
the world a better benefitting society. Our leading-edge the opportunity to do so.
place. Our academic research provides the foundation
for undergraduate learning and You can apply for research
programming and graduate student training. Engineering fellowships and awards such as the
faculty members are actively NSERC Undergraduate Student
strategic goals have involved in projects at the frontier Research Award, Deans Award
a strong emphasis of knowledge. Their expertise is or complete a co-op with one of
brought to you in the classroom and our leading-edge research centres
on sustainability, is applied in industry every day. and institutes, including the:
improving the health- As an undergraduate student, you will +B
oundary Layer Wind
Tunnel Laboratory
care system, mitigating have ample opportunities to participate
in research. For example, you could +F
raunhofer Project Centre for
the effects of natural start the Accelerated Master’s Program Composites Research at Western
during your fourth year of study, allowing
disasters, and you to complete graduate courses
+G
eotechnical Research Centre
increasing diversity in in lieu of technical electives, which + Innovation Centre for
simultaneously satisfies requirements Information Engineering
the field of engineering. for your bachelor’s degree and provides + Institute for Chemical and Fuels
a head start on your graduate studies. from Alternative Resources
The Accelerated Master’s Program
allows you to complete a Master of + International Composite
Engineering Science degree in just one Research Centre
year beyond your bachelor’s degree. +P
article Technology Research Centre
+W
ind Engineering, Energy and
Summer Research Environment Research Institute
Western offers multiple programs
providing opportunities for
undergraduate students to participate
ENGINEERING | 21Enhance your education
Engineering Leadership Practical Elements of International
and Innovation Certificate Mechanical Engineering Learning Award
Enhance your undergraduate education Externship At Western, the world is your
with entrepreneurial knowledge Western Engineering has collaborated classroom. Every student with a
and innovation skills by earning with Fanshawe College to provide you cumulative average of at least 70%
the Engineering Leadership and with valuable hands-on experience with a full-time course load at the
Innovation Certificate. Students who through an externship. After first end of the most recently completed
complete this certificate will acquire year, you can complete a four- term will be eligible to receive a
practical experience in the creation month externship to earn an Ontario $1,000 award to help complete an
of new products and services, within College Local Certificate and, after international learning experience.
startups and established companies. completing a second four-month
Students will learn how business and term, an Ontario College Graduate
engineering perspectives reinforce Certificate. Practical courses include
each other to create long-term value machining, welding and metrology,
and benefit through the implementation plus mechanical engineering skills. This
of emerging technologies. externship complements your technical
knowledge with hands-on experience.
22 | WESTERN UNIVERSITYthe important dates
for ontario students
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January 13, 2022: The deadline to apply Western Engineering
for September 2022 admission for Ontario Ask us a question any time at futurewe@uwo.ca
secondary school students. or speak to an Engineering Student Ambassador
by visiting eng.uwo.ca/future-students
Want to see what campus looks like? Visit
Complete any campus virtually by going to welcome.
Supplemental Applications uwo.ca/what-is-western-like/location
January 13, 2022: The deadline to complete the
optional engineering supplementary application,
the CONNECT Profile. Visit Accept your
eng.uwo.ca/future-students/apply-now offer of admission
for more information.
April 2022: The deadline for non-Ontario
Note: Interested students are eligible to apply for secondary students to accept their offer
possible preadmission to Biomedical Engineering by of admission.
submitting a supplementary application using the
Engineering CONNECT profile. June 2022: The deadline for most Ontario
secondary students to accept their offer
Advanced Entry Opportunity (AEO) Interested of admission.
in a combined degree with business? January 13
is also the deadline to apply for Advanced Entry
Opportunity (AEO). Visit www.ivey.uwo.ca/hba/
admission/high-school-students Accept your
Residence Offer
June 3, 2022: The deadline to respond
Apply for Scholarships to a residence offer and submit a
prepayment to the Residence Admission
Scholarships help make the transition to post-
Office. Visit residence.uwo.ca for more
secondary more affordable. Here are few
information on residence at Western.
scholarships and their deadlines.
Schulich Leader Scholarship Nominee
Submission deadline: January 2022
Schulich Leader Scholarship Application
Tuition Deadline
Submission deadline: February 2022 August 2022: The First Year tuition fee
Visit schulichleaders.com for exact dates deadline is in early August for guaranteed
National Scholarships admission into Engineering. Payment
Deadline to apply: February 14, 2022 after this date will only ensure admission
if there is still space in the program.
E.V. Buchanan Scholarship
Deadline to apply: February 14, 2022
FIRST Robotics Scholarships Non-Ontario students:
Deadline to apply: April 30, 2022 Please visit welcome.uwo.ca/admissions
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