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Theses from 2024 2024.

Machine and Statistical Learning for Sustainable Infrastructure and Mobility Systems , Atanas Apostolov, Civil Engineering

Theses from 2023 2023

The Current State of Practice of Building Information Modeling , Kevin P. Brooks, Civil Engineering

Loads Analysis of Fixed-Bottom and Floating Offshore Wind Structures , Michael G. Davis, Civil Engineering

Comparison Of Scaling Performance Between Sidewalks Placed Using Hot and Cold Weather Concreting Procedures , Likhitha Rudraraju, Civil Engineering

CORRELATION BETWEEN LABORATORY TESTING RESULTS AND IN-SITU SIDEWALK SCALING , Brian R. Shea, Civil Engineering

The Effects of Hurricane Wind Field Characteristics on Wind Blade Loads , Michael S. Tsai, Civil Engineering

Post-Fire Damage Inspection of Concrete Tunnel Structures , James Viglas, Civil Engineering

Theses from 2022 2022

Measuring Accessibility to Food Services to Improve Public Health , Efthymia Kostopoulou, Civil Engineering

Euplectella Aspergillum’s Natural Lattice Structure for Structural Design & Stability Landscape of Thin Cylindrical Shells with Dimple Imperfections , Zoe Y. Sloane, Civil Engineering

Theses from 2021 2021

Post-Fire Assessment of Concrete Tunnel Structures , Nicholas C. Menz, Civil Engineering

Utilizing Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) for the Estimation of Beam Corrosion of Steel Bridge Girders , Gabrielle Pryor, Civil Engineering

Parametric Study of Integral Abutment Bridge Using Finite Element Model , Asako Takeuchi, Civil Engineering

Theses from 2020 2020

School Bus Routing To Allow Later School Start Times , Rana Eslamifard, Civil Engineering

QUANTIFICATION OF THERMAL BRIDGING EFFECTS IN COLD-FORMED STEEL WALL ASSEMBLIES , Divyansh Kapoor, Civil Engineering

Theses from 2019 2019

Sustainable Travel Incentives Optimization in Multimodal Networks , Hossein Ghafourian, Civil Engineering

High Fidelity Modeling of Cold-Formed Steel Single Lap Shear Screw Fastened Connections , Rita Kalo, Civil Engineering

Modeling the Effect of New Commuter Bus Service on Demand and the Impact on GHG Emissions: Application to Greater Boston , Christopher Lyman, Civil Engineering

Performance of Concrete Tunnel Systems Subject to Fault Displacement , Michael Morano, Civil Engineering

Behavior of Prestressed Concrete Bridges with Closure Pour Connections and Diaphragms , Gercelino Ramos, Civil Engineering

Analysis of Adhesive Anchorage Systems Under Extreme In-Service Temperature Conditions , Rachel Wang, Civil Engineering

Theses from 2018 2018

Driver Understanding of the Flashing Yellow Arrow and Dynamic No Turn on Red Sign for Right Turn Applications , Elizabeth Casola, Civil Engineering

Evaluating the Impact of Double-Parked Freight Deliveries on Signalized Arterial Control Delay Using Analytical Models and Simulation , Aaron J. Keegan, Civil Engineering

Reward Allocation For Maximizing Energy Savings In A Transportation System , Adewale O. Oduwole, Civil Engineering

Impact of S-Curve on Speed in a Modern Roundabout , Akshaey Sabhanayagam, Civil Engineering

All-Red Clearance Intervals for Use in the Left-Turn Application of Flashing Yellow Arrows , Francis Tainter, Civil Engineering

Theses from 2017 2017

Evaluation of New England Bridges for Bat Roosting Including Methodology and Case Studies , Angela Berthaume, Civil Engineering

Evaluating Variances Between Departments of Transportation in New England to Create a Strategic Transportation Workforce , Chelsea Bouchard, Civil Engineering

Development of High Early-Strength Concrete for Accelerated Bridge Construction Closure Pour Connections , Stephanie Castine, Civil Engineering

I. THE HIGH STRAIN RATE RESPONSE OF HOLLOW SPHERE STEEL FOAM; II. THE DYNAMIC RESPONSE OF AN AMERICAN ELM TREE , Ignacio Cetrangolo, Civil Engineering

Performance of Adhesive and Cementitious Anchorage Systems , Mirna Mendoza, Civil Engineering

Theses from 2016 2016

Integrated Solar Technologies with Outdoor Pedestrian Bridge Superstructure Decking , Richard K. Racz, Civil Engineering

LIVE LOAD DISTRIBUTION FACTORS FOR HORIZONTALLY CURVED CONCRETE BOX GIRDER BRIDGES , Mohammed Zaki, Civil Engineering

Theses from 2015 2015

Bonded Anchors in Concrete Under Sustained Loading , Douglas Droesch, Civil Engineering

An Observational Evaluation of Safety Resulting from Driver Distraction , Christina M. Dube, Civil Engineering

Measuring the Resilience of Transportation Networks Subject to Seismic Risk , Mark N. Furtado, Civil Engineering

Nano-Scale Investigation of Mechanical Characteristics of Main Phases of Hydrated Cement Paste , Shahin Hajilar, Civil Engineering

Driver Behavior Evaluation of Variable Speed Limits and a Conceptual Framework for Optimal VSL Location Identification , Curt P. Harrington, Civil Engineering

A Real-time Signal Control System to Minimize Emissions at Isolated Intersections , Farnoush Khalighi, Civil Engineering

Structural Vulnerability Assessment of Bridge Piers in the Event of Barge Collision , David A. Ribbans, Civil Engineering

Towards Sustainable Roundabouts: An Evaluation of Driver Behavior, Emissions, and Safety , Derek Roach, Civil Engineering

Resilience of Transportation Infrastructure Systems to Climatic Extreme Events , Alexandra C. Testa, Civil Engineering

Theses from 2014 2014

Short and Long-term Performance of a Skewed Integral Abutment Prestressed Concrete Bridge , Rami Bahjat, Civil Engineering

Performance of Circular Reinforced Concrete Bridge Piers Subjected to Vehicular Collisions , Nevin L. Gomez, Civil Engineering

Field and Analytical Studies of the First Folded Plate Girder Bridge , Man Hou Sit, Civil Engineering

Theses from 2013 2013

The Effect of Roadside Elements on Driver Behavior and Run-Off-the-Road Crash Severity , Cole D. Fitzpatrick, Civil Engineering

Evaluating At-Grade Rail Crossing Safety along the Knowledge Corridor in Massachusetts , Timothy P. Horan, Civil Engineering

An Evaluation of Alternative Technologies to Estimate Travel Time on Rural Interstates , Qiao Li, Civil Engineering

Operational and Safety-based Analyses of Varied Toll Lane Configurations , Ian A. Mckinnon, Civil Engineering

Preferred Sensor Selection for Damage Estimation in Civil Structures , Matthew Styckiewicz, Civil Engineering

An Evaluation of Drivers’ Cell Phone Use Prevalence and Safety Related Impacts , Keith E. Wenners, Civil Engineering

Theses from 2012 2012

Probabilistic Analysis of Offshore Wind Turbine Soil-Structure Interaction , Wystan Carswell, Civil Engineering

Vehicle Miles Traveled (vmt) Fee Financing Alternatives: Lessons Learned and Future Opportunities , Ashley L. Costa, Civil Engineering

Evaluating and Modeling Traveler Response to Real-Time Information in the Pioneer Valley , Tyler De Ruiter, Civil Engineering

An Optimal Adaptive Routing Algorithm for Large-scale Stochastic Time-Dependent Networks , Jing Ding, Civil Engineering

A Quantitative Analysis of the Impacts from Selected Climate Variables Upon Traffic Safety in Massachusetts , Katrina M. Hecimovic, Civil Engineering

Automated Enforcement Using Dedicated Short Range Communication , Gilbert Kim, Civil Engineering

New Technologies in Short Span Bridges: A Study of Three Innovative Systems , Andrew Lahovich, Civil Engineering

Driver Dynamics and the Longitudinal Control Model , Gabriel G. Leiner, Civil Engineering

Interfacial Strength Between Prestressed Hollow Core Slabs and Cast-in-Place Concrete Toppings , Ryan M. Mones, Civil Engineering

User Equilibrium in a Disrupted Network with Real-Time Information and Heterogeneous Risk Attitude , Ryan J. Pothering, Civil Engineering

Spatial and Temporal Correlations of Freeway Link Speeds: An Empirical Study , Piotr J. Rachtan, Civil Engineering

Evaluation of Live-Load Distribution Factors (LLDFs) of Next Beam Bridges , Abhijeet Kumar Singh, Civil Engineering

Material Characterization and Computational Simulation of Steel Foam for Use in Structural Applications , Brooks H. Smith, Civil Engineering

Varied Applications of Work Zone Safety Analysis through the Investigation of Crash Data, Design, and Field Studies , Erica Swansen, Civil Engineering

Using Micro-Simulation Modeling to Evaluate Transit Signal Priority in Small-to-Medium Sized Urban Areas; Comparative Review of Vissim and S-Paramics Burlington, Vermont Case Study , Joseph C. Tyros, Civil Engineering

Theses from 2011 2011

Evaluating Alternative Toll-Based Financing Approaches: A Case Study of the Boston Metropolitan Area , Rosaria M. Berliner, Civil Engineering

Analysis of Measurement Errors Influence on the Quantitative and Qualitative Results of Car-Following Model Calibration , Mariya A. Maslova, Civil Engineering

Development of Anchorage System for Frp Strengthening Applications Using Integrated Frp Composite Anchors , Geoffrey N. Mcguirk, Civil Engineering

An Application of Spatially Based Crash Analyses and Road Safety Investigations to Increase Older Driver Safety , Deanna A. Peabody, Civil Engineering

Safety and Operational Assessment of Gap Acceptance Through Large-Scale Field Evaluation , Steven Maxwell Tupper, Civil Engineering

Theses from 2010 2010

Historic Bridge Evaluation Using Finite Element Techniques , Helena M. Charron, Civil Engineering

A Quantitative Analysis of the Impacts from Selected Variables Upon Safety Belt Usage in Massachusetts , Samuel W. Gregorio, Civil Engineering

Analysis of Curved Integral Abutment Bridges , Emre Kalayci, Civil Engineering

Material Characterization and Structural Response of Historic Truss Bridges , Sean L. Kelton, Civil Engineering

Earthquake Engineering Simulation with Flexible Cladding System , Jun Jie Li, Civil Engineering

Route Choice Behavior in Risky Networks with Real-Time Information , Michael D. Razo, Civil Engineering

Route Choice Behavior in a Driving Simulator With Real-time Information , Hengliang Tian, Civil Engineering

Investigation of the Behavior of Open Cell Aluminum Foam , Patrick J. Veale, Civil Engineering

Theses from 2009 2009

Computer-Assisted Emergency Evacuation Planning Using TransCAD: Case Studies in Western Massachusetts , Steven P. Andrews, Civil Engineering

Value of Traveler Information for Adaptive Routing in Stochastic Time-Dependent Networks , He Huang, Civil Engineering

Analytical Modeling of Tree Vibration Generated during Cutting Process , Payman Karvanirabori, Civil Engineering

Optimal Adaptive Departure Time Choices with Real-Time Traveler Information Considering Arrival Reliability , Xuan Lu, Civil Engineering

Seismic Energy Dissipation of Steel Buildings Using Engineered Cladding Systems , Quan Viet Nguyen, Civil Engineering

Developing an Evaluation Approach to Assess Large Scale Its Infrastructure Improvements: I-91 Project , Melissa Paciulli, Civil Engineering

Enhancing Concrete Barrier Reflectivity With A Focus On Recycled Glass Aggregate Replacement , Regina Shklyan, Civil Engineering

Theses from 2008 2008

Performance Evaluation Of Existing Steel And Concrete Girder Bridges Through Non-destructive Live-load Testing , Andrew E. Jeffrey, Civil Engineering

Evaluation of Traffic Simulation Models for Work Zones in the New England Area , Pothu Raju Khanta, Civil Engineering

The Application of Traffic Calming and Related Strategies in an Urban Environment , Stacy A. Metzger, Civil Engineering

Terrazzo Cracking: Causes and Remedies , Michael J. Mitchell III, Civil Engineering

Anchorage of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymers to Reinforced Concrete in Shear Applications , Carl W. Niemitz, Civil Engineering

Measurement and Computational Modeling of the Mechanical Properties of Parallel Strand Lumber , Russell S. Winans, Civil Engineering

An Evaluation of Simulation Models To Assess Travel Delay In Work Zones , Fan Wu, Civil Engineering

Theses from 2007 2007

An Analysis Of The Saftey Effects Of Crosswalks With In-pavement Warning Lights , George Gadiel, Civil Engineering

The Development of a Dynamic-Interactive-Vehicle Model for Modeling Traffic Beyond the Microscopic Level , Dwayne A. Henclewood, Civil Engineering

A Comparative Evaluation of Crash Data Quality Identification Methods , Arianna M. Mickee, Civil Engineering

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Civil and Environmental Engineering Theses and Dissertations

Theses/dissertations from 2023 2023.

The Influence of Corrosion Mitigating Fluids on Post Tensioned Tendon Grout Properties and Steel to Grout Bond Strength , Sarita Ale Magar

Exploring Alternative Electron Donors for Heterotrophic Denitrification at a Water Reclamation Facility in Tampa Bay , Tejas Athavale

Mechanisms Contributing to Hydrogen-Influenced Early Failure of Bridge Tendons , David Dukeman

The Influence of Bipolar Electrochemical Cell Geometry on the Studies of Pitting Corrosion , Amin Kazem Ghamsari

Field-Base Exploratory Study of Microbial Activity in Eight Potable Water Storage Tanks in Barbados , Katelyn M. Long

Land Use/Land Cover Uncertainty Analysis Using Hydrological Modeling in the Northern Watershed of Lake Okeechobee , Andres Lora Santos

Modeling Leachate Treatment Processes in Adsorbent-amended Hybrid Constructed Wetland , Ishfaqun Nisa

Effects of Downdrag on Pile Performance , Ruthvik Pendyala

Anaerobic Digestion of Brewery Waste Including Spent Yeast and Hops , Dhanashree Rawalgaonkar

Characteristics and Hydraulic Behavior of Adsorptive Media for Use in Permeable Reactive Barriers , Shelby Rocha

Exploratory Data-Driven Models for Water Quality: A Case Study for Tampa Bay Water , Sandra Sekyere

Interdependency between Water and Road Infrastructures: Cases and Impacts , Shihab Uddin

Hurricanes and Tropical Storms’ Impact on Water Quality in Lake Okeechobee, Florida , Daniela Vasquez Diaz

Exploration of Shared Passenger Urban Air Mobility – Integrated Network Design, Operation Scheduling and System Configuration , Zhiqiang Wu

Rehabilitation Technologies to Abate Infiltration in Sanitary Sewers , Steve Youssef

Adsorption of Long and Short Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) onto Granular Activated Carbon and Porous Organic Polymers , Yan Zhang

Adiabatic Temperature Rise and Durability Performance of Slag Blended Concrete , Hai Zhu

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

Effects of Downdrag on Pile Performance , Malaak Omelia Araujo

Quantifying a 21-year Surface Water and Groundwater Interaction in a Ridge and Valley Lake Environment Using a Highly Constrained Modeling Approach , Richard T. Bowers Jr.

A Convergent Approach to Aqueous Lead (Pb) Mitigation of a Supplemental Self-Supply Shallow Groundwater Source Accessed by Handpumps in Madagascar , Adaline Marie Buerck

Identifying Significant Factors Affecting the Likelihood and Severity Level of Shared E-scooter Crashes , Recep Can Cakici

Evaluation of Aluminum Dissolution, Current Density, and Pitting Patterns During Electrocoagulation , Monica Castro Carias

Carbon Diversion, Partial Nitritation/Anammox Enrichment, and Ammonium Capture as Initial Stages for Mainstream Ion Exchange-Deammonification Process , Sheyla Chero-Osorio

Data Driven Approaches for Understanding and Improving Urban Mobility , Yujie Guo

Assessment of Scoured Bridges Subjected to Vessel Impact Using Nonlinear Dynamic Analysis , Amir S. Irhayyim

Assessment and Prevention of Bacterial Regrowth in Stored Household Water in Eastern Coastal Madagascar , Lauren Judah

The Impact of Land Use Change on Hydrology Using Hydrologic Modelling and Geographical Information System (GIS) , Nattachan Luesaksiriwattana

Simulating Flood Control in Progress Village, Florida Using Storm Water Management Model (SWMM) , Azize Minaz

Effects of Slurry Type on Drilled Shaft Strength , Cesar Quesada Garcia

Comparison Study of Consumer’s Perception toward Urban Air Mobility in the United States and Rest of the World Using Social Media Information , S M Toki Tahmid

Advanced Methods for Railroad Station Operation Decisions: Data Analytics, Optimization, Automation , Yuan Wang

High-Risk Traffic Crash Pattern Recognition and Identification Using Econometric Models and Machine Learning Models , Runan Yang

Biochar Amended Biological Systems for Enhanced Landfill Leachate and Lignocellulosic Banana Waste Treatment , Xia Yang

Passive Radiative Cooling by Spectrally Selective Nanoparticles in Thick Film Nanocomposites , David Allen Young

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

A System Architecture for Water Distribution Networks , Noha Abdel-Mottaleb

Sustainability Assessment of a Pressure Retarded Osmosis System , Samar Al Mashrafi

Health Risk Assessment of Local Populations Ingesting Water with Naturally Occurring Arsenic and Fecal Related Contaminants in Lake Atitlan, Guatemala , Marisol Alvarez

Influence of Coating Defects Within the Lock Seams on the Corrosion Performance of Aluminized Steel Drainage Pipes , Mohammed Al Yaarubi

Longitudinal Trajectory Tracking Analysis for Autonomous Electric Vehicles Based on PID Control , Hossein Amiri

An Assessment and Exploration of Recent Methodological Advances in Safety Data Analysis , Suryaprasanna Kumar Balusu

Pressure Retarded Osmosis: A Potential Technology for Seawater Desalination Energy Recovery and Concentrate Management , Joshua Benjamin

Assessing the Feasibility of Microbially Managed Biological Filtration in U.S. Drinking Water Systems for Removal of Contaminants of Emerging Concern , Andrew J. Black

The Effect of Cement and Blast Furnace Slag Characteristics on Expansion of Heat-Cured Mortar Specimens , Jair G. Burgos

A Systems Approach for Improving the Performance of Rural Community-Managed Water Systems Using SIASAR: Case Studies in Bolivia and Colombia , Rachel A. Cannon

Passive Nitrifying Biofilters for Onsite Treatment of Saline Domestic Wastewater , Daniel Arnulfo Delgado

Plastic Pollution in Urban Rivers: Spatial and Temporal Patterns of Plastic Release and Transport , Charlotte Juliane Haberstroh

Effects of Nitrate on Arsenic Mobilization during Aquifer Storage and Recovery , Hania Hawasli

Prediction of the Effects of Turbulence on Vehicle Hydroplaning using a Numerical Model , Thathsarani Dilini Herath Herath Mudiyanselage

Shortcut Nitrogen Removal in Photo-sequencing Batch Reactor, Experiments, Dynamic Model and Full-scale Design , Sahand Iman Shayan

Chorine Conversion: Biological and Water Quality Impact on Activated Carbon Block Point of Use Filters , Horace S. Jakpa

Efficient Management of Nitrogen and Phosphorus at Centralized Water Reclamation Facilities , Helene Kassouf

Building and Characterizing a Lab-Scaled Aquifer Storage and Recovery System , Murat Can Kayabas

Corrosion Rate Prediction in FRP-Concrete Repair , Mohammad A. Khawaja

Use of Biochar and Zeolite for Landfill Leachate Treatment: Experimental Studies and Reuse Potential Assessment , Thanh Thieu Lam

Feasibility of Epoxy Bond Enhancement on High-Strength Concrete , Amanda A. Lewis

Leaf Cutter Ant Nest Soil Cement Stabilized Earthen Bricks: Materials and Methods for Engineering Field Applications , Faith Malay

Minimum Cut-Sets for the Identification of Critical Water Distribution Network Segments , Xiliang Mao

An Assessment of Nutrient Improvement in Surface Water Due to the Conversion of Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal Systems to Sewerage , Jenelle A. Mohammed

Development of a Numerical Process Model for Adsorbent-amended Constructed Wetlands , Lillian Mulligan

Corrosion Propagation of Stainless Steel Reinforced Concrete , Nelly Sofía Orozco Martínez

Corrosion Durability Service Life of Calcium Silicate-Based Reinforced Concrete , Carolina Páez Jiménez

Assessment of the Environmental Sustainability of a Small Water Production Facility in Madagascar , Jesal Patel

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Analysis of the Hydraulic Performance and Bio-kinetics in a Full-Scale Oxidation Ditch , Kiesha C. Pierre

Biochar Amended Bioretention Systems for Nutrient and Fecal Indicator Bacteria Removal from Urban and Agricultural Runoffs , Md Yeasir Arif Rahman

Understanding the Leaching Mechanism for Lead (Pb) Found in Components of Locally Manufactured Handpumps in Eastern Madagascar , Nidhi Shah

Impacts of Automated Vehicle Technologies on Future Traffic , Xiaowei Shi

Community Assessment of Water Perceptions and Household Point-of-Use Treatment Methods in Madagascar , Isabella Rose Silverman

Laboratory Examination of Lead Weights Harvested from Pitcher Pumps in Eastern Madagascar , Madelyn Wilson

Impact of grain morphology on the temporal evolution of interfacial area during multi-phase flow in porous media , Fizza Zahid

EAV Fleet Management in Transportation and Power Systems , Dongfang Zhao

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

A Framework for Assessing the Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, and Safety (RAMS) of Decentralized Sanitation , Adefunké Adeosun

Development of an Organic Processor Assembly (OPA) for Sustainable Resource Recovery to Enable Long-Duration, Deep-Space Human Exploration (LoDDSHE) , Talon James Bullard

Black Lives Matter in Engineering, Too! An Environmental Justice Approach towards Equitable Decision-Making for Stormwater Management in African American Communities , Maya Elizabeth Carrasquillo

Coral Reef Restoration in the Tropical West Atlantic Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic , Linden Cheek

Designing Next-generation Transportation Systems with Emerging Vehicle Technologies , Zhiwei Chen

Strength Restoration of Corrosion Damaged Piles Repaired with Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer Systems , Jethro Clarke

Water Quality and Sustainability Assessment of Rural Water Systems in the Comarca Ngäbe-Buglé, Panama , Corbyn Cools

Rapid Cross-Section Imaging with Magnetic and Impedance Sensors for Grout Anomaly Detection in External Post-Tensioned Tendons , Hani Freij

Enhanced Nitrogen, Organic Matter and Color Removal from Landfill Leachate by Biological Treatment Processes with Biochar and Zeolite , Bisheng Gao

Bond Life of Structural Epoxy-Concrete Systems Under Accelerated Hygrothermal Aging , Philip W. Hopkins

Socio-Technical Transitions in the Water Sector: Emerging Boundaries for Utility Resilience in Barbados , Wainella N. Isaacs

Structural and Agricultural Value at Risk in Florida from Flooding during Hurricane Irma , Alexander J. Miller

An Inferential Study of the Potential Consumer Value of Free Charging for Users of Public Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure , Divyamitra Mishra

Reimagining Bottom-up Participatory Climate Change Adaptation in the Philippines , Emily Clark Nabong

Effects of Physical and Chemical Characteristics of Slags and Cements on Durability of Portland Cement-Slag Blended Systems , Farzaneh Nosouhian

Using a Systems Thinking Approach and Health Risk Assessment to Analyze the Food-Energy-Water System Nexus of Seaweed Farming in Belize , Estenia J. Ortiz Carabantes

Implementation of Large-Scale Anaerobic Digestion of Food Waste at the University of South Florida , Karamjit Panesar

Enhanced Fluoride Removal in Biosand Filters Using Aluminum Oxide Coated Media and Modified Filter Design , Madison Leigh Rice

Use of Sugarcane Bagasse Ash as Partial Cement Replacement in Interlocking Stabilized Soil Blocks (ISSBs) , Adah Shair

Bio-electrochemical Denitrification Systems and Applications for Nitrogen Removal in On-Site Wastewater Treatment , Kamal Ziad Taha

Development of an Integrated Direct Membrane Filtration (DMF) and Anaerobic Membrane Bioreactor (AnMBR) System for Dilute Municipal Wastewater Treatment , Ahmet Erkan Uman

Post-overlay Flexible Pavement Performance Modeling and Its Application in Sustainable Asphalt Overlay Policy Making , Chunfu Xin

Sustainable Nutrient Management Through Technology-Level Evaluation and System-Level Optimization , Xiaofan Xu

Influence of Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer Wraps on Corrosion Progression of Bridge Piles in Marine Environments , Shayan Yazdani

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Seepage-Coupled Finite Element Analysis of Stress Driven Rock Slope Failures for BothNatural and Induced Failures , Thomas Becket Anyintuo

Statistical Analysis of the Role of Socio-Demographic and Health Factors in Shared Mobility Related Behaviors and Usage Likelihoods , Natalia M. Barbour

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Civil Engineering Graduate Projects and Theses

Theses/dissertations from 2023 2023.

Analyzing the Effects of Rejuvenators in Balanced Mix Design with High Percentages of Recycled Asphalt Pavement , Amanda Jo Mullins

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

Contaminants of Emerging Concern Behavior within Water Renewal Facilities , Joshua C. Baker

Evaluation of Energy Release from Wildfires Across the Elevation Gradient , Isabelle Rose Butler

Use of Harsh-Braking Data from Connected Vehicles as a Surrogate Safety Measure , Nathaniel Patrick Edelmann

Innovative Foundation Alternative Inspired from Tree Roots , Macie Larranaga

Multivariate Analysis of the 2021 Boise Drought in the Context of Natural Human Systems , Jesus Martinez-Osario

Using Food-Industry Byproduct to Treat Expansive Clay , Nicole L. Shaw

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

Developing Implementable Policies Targeting Sustainable Building Construction Through International Policy Diffusion , Melisa Ciara Hancock

Using Differential Shear Strain Measurements to Monitor Crosstie Support Conditions in Railroad Tracks , D. Kody Johnson

Water Quality Responses to a Semi-Arid Beaver Meadow in Boise, Idaho , Luise Bayer Winslow

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Quantifying the Effects of Climate Change on Pavement Performance Prediction using AASHTOWare Pavement ME Design , Md Shahjalal Chowdhury

In-situ Fluid Injections to Achieve Bio-Stimulated Calcite Precipitation in Expansive Soils , Anish Pathak

Understanding Mesoscopic Chemo-Mechanical Distress and Mitigation Mechanisms of Concrete Subject to ASR , Md Asif Rahman

Assessing the Prevalence of Suspicious Activities in Asphalt Pavement Construction Using Algorithmic Logics and Machine Learning , Mostofa Najmus Sakib

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Wildfire Smoke: Trends, Challenges, Unknowns, and Human Response , Mariah Dawn Fowler

Full-Scale Study of Infrared Thermography for Assessing Surface and Subsurface Defects in Pavements and Other Civil Infrastructure , Aidin J. Golrokh

Exploring the Use of Data from Newer Technologies in Road Design , Mahamudul Hasan

Effect of Subgrade Conditions on Pavement Analysis and Performance Prediction: A Study for Idaho Conditions , Md Jibon

A Unified Risk-Based Framework for Assessing Sustainability and Resiliency of Civil Infrastructure , Thomas Adam Robbins

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

Feasibility of Aerial Tramway at Boise State University , Majed Alsaqyani

Predicting Power Transformer Bushings' Seismic Vulnerability , Jonathan Bender

Effect of Particle Breakage on Ballast Permanent Deformation — A Study Using the Discrete Element Method , Beema Dahal

Machine Learning Methods to Map Stabilizer Effectiveness Based on Common Soil Properties , Amit Gajurel

Physio-Chemical Degradation of Concrete: A Ramification of Coupled Freeze-Thaw and Sulfate Attack , MD Aminul Islam

Studying the Applicability of Biostimulated Calcite Precipitation in Stabilizing Expansive Soils , Md Touhidul Islam

Effect of Subsurface Conditions on Flexible Pavement Behavior: Non-Destructive Testing and Mechanistic Analysis , Md. Fazle Rabbi

Studying the Use of Microbial Induced Calcite Precipitation as a Shallow Stabilization Alternative to Treat Expansive Soils , Tasria Rahman

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

Subsurface Characterization of Flexible Pavements Constructed Over Expansive Soil Subgrades and Selection of Suitable Rehabilitation Alternatives , Kazi Moinul Islam

Effect of Particle Size Distribution and Packing Characteristics on Railroad Ballast Shear Strength: A Numerical Study Using the Discrete Element Method , S. M. Naziur Mahmud

Evaluating the Effectiveness of a Hybrid Geosynthetic Reinforcement System to Mitigate Differential Heave on Flexible Pavement due to Expansive Subgrades , Mir Md. Tamim

Theses/Dissertations from 2016 2016

Electromagnetically Induced Alteration of Hydraulic Conductivity of Coarse-Grained Soils for Geotechnical Applications , Rakesh Acharya

Evaluating the Suitability of Microbial Induced Calcite Precipitation Technique for Stabilizing Expansive Soils , Sikha Neupane

Evaluating the Effects of Major Assumptions in Layered Elastic Theory on Railroad Track Response Prediction Through the Development of an Improved Track Analysis Software , Sadichchha Sharma

Coupled Numerical Analysis of Variations in the Capacity of an Energy Pile in Clay Soil , Daniel Patrick Zimmerman

Theses/Dissertations from 2015 2015

Impedance-Based Water-Quality Monitoring Using Parallel Plate Method , Ali Nazaridaftari

Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

Electromagnetically Induced Remediation of Contaminated Soil , Vahab Bolvardi

The Effect of Electromagnetic Waves on Airflow During Air Sparging , Somayeh Najafi

Dual-State Kalman Filter Forecasting and Control Theory Applications for Proactive Ramp Metering , Brian Richard Portugais

Theses/Dissertations from 2013 2013

Investigation of Human-Induced Land Use Changes Under Present and Future Climate Projections in Southern Idaho , Korri Allen Anderson

Electromagnetic Alteration of Hydraulic Conductivity of Soils , Sahba Azad

An Investigation into the Water Budget and the Management of the Snake River System , John Whitney Hildreth

A New Framework for Flooding Control in Regulated River Systems , Elizabeth Akemi Kanashiro

Theses/Dissertations from 2012 2012

Analysis of Electromagnetic Stimulation of Transport in Water for Geoenvironmental Applications , Mahsa Azad

Theses/Dissertations from 2011 2011

A System Dynamics Approach for Climate Change Impact Analysis in the Snake River Basin , David Jerome Hoekema

Assessing the Surface Energy Balance Components in the Snake River Basin , W Thilini Ajanthik Jaksa

Investigation of Concrete Sealer Products to Extend Concrete Pavement Life , Justin Nielsen

EM Stimulation of Water for Geotechnical Applications , Harlan Dwight Olson Sangrey

Laser Particulate Counter Calibration to a Micro-Orifice Uniform-Deposit Impactor , Benjamen Fredrich Seely

Theses/Dissertations from 2010 2010

Impact of Ground-level Aviation Emissions on Air Quality in the Western United States , Eric Edward Clark

Factors Influencing Soil Moisture at the Hillslope Scale in a Semi-Arid Mountainous Environment , Ivan John Geroy

Identifying Controls on Surface Carbon Dioxide Efflux in a Semi-Arid Ecosystem , Katrina Elsie Ladd

Pharmaceuticals and Personal Care Products in Ground Water from Municipal Lagoon Treatment , Teresa Nicholas

Theses/Dissertations from 2007 2007

Design and Validation of an Automated Multistep Outflow Apparatus for Measuring Soil Hydraulic Properties , Jordi Figueras

Theses/Dissertations from 2006 2006

Integrated Transportation and Land Use Modeling for the Boise Metropolitan Area , Suseel Dev Indrakanti

A Gas Sampling Module for a Subsurface Ion Mobility Spectrometer , Kevin P. Ryan

Theses/Dissertations from 2005 2005

Development of a Queue Growth and Dissipation Model , Wei Wang

Theses/Dissertations from 2002 2002

Changes in Local Groundwater Elevation Following Stream Restoration in the Lower Red River Meadow, Idaho , Kenneth Douglas Donley

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All master’s theses completed through the Graduate College of Western Michigan University since 2012 have been entered into ScholarWorks. Some may be embargoed or restricted by the authors and may be only available from on-campus computers. Print copies from earlier years are available through interlibrary loan. We have a few digital copies of earlier years. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

Theses/Dissertations from 2023 2023

Investigating Disparities and Safety Equity in Pedestrian Nighttime Crashes in Michigan , Sia Isaria Mwende

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Evaluating the Impacts of Building Information Modeling on Construction Change Orders in Iraq , Nehad Alshebbany

Numerical Performance Evaluation of the Wooden Frame Structures with Adhesive Applied Connection under Wind and Seismic Loading , Sharthak Bhandary

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

Establishing Delay-Based Criteria for Installing Traffic Signals at Two-Lane Roundabouts , Oluwaseun Ayomide Adegbaju

From Architectural Design to Structural Analysis: A Data-Driven Approach to Study Building Information Modeling (BIM) Interoperability , Mohammed Aldegeily

Evaluation of Bike Boxes and Protected Intersections with Bicycle Signal Treatments for Improving Safety and Multimodal Mobility at Urban Signalized Intersections , Odai Al Houz

Enabling Robust Distributed Real-Time Hybrid Simulation Method and Expanding Its Applications in Floating Wind Turbine Systems , Mehmet Cinar

Maintaining Deck Profile in Steel I-Girder Bridges During Deck Placement , Ali Naif Inceefe

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

Enhancing Intersection Safety for the Blind and Visually Impaired (BVI) Pedestrian Using Device-to-Infrastructure Communication , Mohammad Sayyah Al-Akash

Visualizing the Constructability of a Steel Structure Using Building Information Modeling and Game Simulation , Mohammed Al Dafaay

Evaluation of Swarm Nodes for Proximity Sensing on Construction Sites , Mohamed Ahmed Madi Binalhaj

Implementing Online Updating to Complex Hysteresis Models in Real- Time Hybrid Simulation Using Constrained Unscented Kalman Filter , Bilal Ahmed Mohammed

Economic Impact Analysis of Bridge Construction , Funda Yavuz

Theses/Dissertations from 2016 2016

Analysis of Pedestrian and Bicycle Crashes in Michigan , Ahmed Abbas Ghubin Al-zubaidi

Comparison of Safety and Operational Performances for Three Engineering Countermeasures , Ali Hamzah Hussein Alzuhairi

Comprehensive Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Pedestrian Countdown Signals on Road Users in Michigan , Richard Atta Boateng

Safety Benefit Analysis of Alternative Delineation Practices in Michigan , Brenda C. Burdick

Verifying Automated Prestressed Concrete Design Software for MDOT Bridge Design Standards , Hussein Kadhim Abood Khalaf

Improved Methodology for Developing Non-Motorized Safety Perfomance Functions , Keneth Morgan Kwayu

Application of Wavelet Transform in Structural Health Monitoring , Yashodhya Swarna Sri Dhanapala Liyana Kankanamge

Analysis of Transit Accessibility for People with Disabilities , Rostam Khalid Mohammed Ameen Qatra

Developing Standard Procedures for Structural Aspects of Slide-in Bridges in Accelerated Bridge Construction (ABC) , Ozan Utku Ridvanoglu

An Equivalent Plate Model with Orthotropic Material Properties for Adjacent Box-Beam Bridge Superstructure , Timothy Alexander Schnell

Transportation System and Its Association with Human Health – A Review and Modeling Approach , Fnu Zahed

Theses/Dissertations from 2015 2015

Evaluation of the Safety Effectiveness of Clearview Font and Fluorescent Yellow Sheeting on Michigan Freeways and Non-Freeways , Lusanni Mercedes Acosta Rodrieuez

Analysis of Mobility Impact for Implementing Complete Streets , Marino Esteban Calderón Díaz

A Microscopic Simulation Approach to Performance Evaluation of Intelligent Transportation System Corridors: A Case in Michigan , Matthew Levi Clark

Fragility Assessment of High-Rise Reinforced Concrete Buildings , Hezha Sadraddin

Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

An Integral Framework for Sustainable Building Design , Bushra Asfari

Economic Analysis of Michigan Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Strategies , Randy José Jorge Díaz

Development of Safety Performance Functions for Non-Motorized Traffic Safety , Hamidreza Ahady Dolatsara

Real-Time Hybrid Simulation with Online Model Updating , Adam Mueller

Overtime Traffic Enforcement Evaluation: A Methodology for Selecting Agencies and Enforcement Periods , Dario Enrique Romero Santana

Virtual Analysis and Evaluation of Roundabout Safety and Operational Features , Elisha Jackson Wankogere

Theses/Dissertations from 2013 2013

Spatial Factors Impacting Non-Motorized Exposures and Crash Risks , Farhad Abasahl

Standardized Longitudinal Connection Detail for Decked Precast Prestressed Concrete Girders , Ramzi Muftah Ali Abduallah

Investigating Crash Frequency and Injury Severity at Freeway Fixed Weigh Stations in Michigan , Fathi Salam Mo. Alkhatni

Safety Benefits of Adaptive Traffic Control Systems: A Case Study of Oakland County, MI , Joshua Adam Fink

Evaluation of Point Cloud Data Dispersion with Relation to Point Cloud Density under Field Conditions , Ling Kit Kong

An Automated Approach to Dynamic Site Layout Planning , Duy Huu Nguyen

Cyber-Adaptive Physical Systems for Automated Construction Progress Monitoring and Asset Tracking , Syed Hammad Rasheed

Theses/Dissertations from 2012 2012

The Implementation of a Versatile Pseudodynamic Hybrid Simulation for Seismic Evaluation of Structural Systems , Chelsea Griffith

Regression-Based Prioritization and Data Modeling for Customized Civil Engineering Data Collection , Omar Kanaan

Statistical and Numerical Integrated Approach for Detecting Onset of Prefabricated Bridge Component Connection Deterioration , Cem Mansiz

Structural Health Monitoring of a Bridge Structure Using Wireless Sensor Network , CheeKian Teng

Theses/Dissertations from 2011 2011

Sensor Modeling and Cost Benefit of Using Laser Scanning Technology in AEC , Fahd Saleh Alaswad

Statistical and Visualization Approach for Ranking Factors Affecting NBI Bridge Rating , Saad Aoun Alqahtani

Solar Modeling and Cost-Benefit Analysis of Energy Efficiency Window Arrangements , Wael Muqhim Alruqi

A Comparative Analysis of the Sense of Construction Delays of Experienced and Inexperienced Engineers , Salahedeen A. El Kadeki

Development of a Versatile Hybrid Testing System for Seismic Evaluation of Structural Systems , Griffin Enyart

Selecting an Optimal Construction Alternative through Informed Decision-Making Highway Bridges , Abdul Wahed Mohammed

Theses/Dissertations from 2010 2010

A Computer Model for Sustainable for Life-Cycle Cost Analysis , Sami Ghurmullah Al Ghamdi

Sustainable Universal Design and Zero Energy for Buildings , Ahmad Mohammad Alotaibi

Integration of Sustainability Measure into Highways , Krishna Prasad Dhakal

Investigation of Damage Detection Methods with a Wireless Sensor Network , Mark Joseph Humiecki

Application of Building Information Modeling (BIM) toward Zero Energy High Rise Office Buildings , Moutaz Mohammed Msawealfi

Design Recommendations for High Skew Link Slabs , Michael A. Romkema

Theses/Dissertations from 2009 2009

Optimization Computer Model for Heavy Equipment Selection , Naif Albelwi

Optimal Placement of Traffic Sensors for Traffic Operation and Management , Nahedh M. Alhubail

An Integrated Database Management System and Building Information Modeling for Sustainable Design , Sultan Althobaiti

The Design and Implementation of a Sensor Network System for Concrete Bridge Health Monitoring , Joseph John Barbera

Barrier-Based Evacuation Plan for University Campuses , Asadur Rahman

Highway Construction Staging and Intelligent Traffic Routing: A Cost Optimization Strategy , Richard C. Rhodes

Theses/Dissertations from 2008 2008

Incorporation of Space Syntax Theory in Determining Safe and Efficient Construction Site Layout , Minsuck Cho

Cathodic Protection of Reinforced Concrete Bridge Decks , Joshua Thomas Host

Theses/Dissertations from 2007 2007

Data Fusion Technique for Measuring Intersection Delay Using GPS-Enabled Probe Vehicles , Byung-Hee Han

Development of Knowledge Base of Concrete Bridge Maintenance System , Bahre Karam

Health Monitoring of Concrete Bridges Utilizing Sensor Technology , Ammar Zalt

Theses/Dissertations from 2006 2006

Repair, Inspection and Maintenance Methods of Steel Bridges , Deepak Koirala

Computer Model to Select Leed Certification for Building Projects , Ruba Mirghani Mohammed

Simulation Based Evaluation of Parking Facilities , Niru Tiwari

Theses/Dissertations from 2005 2005

Alkali Silica Reaction in Virgin and Recycles Aggregates: State of the Art and Experimental Investigation using ASTM C 1260 and the Staining Method , Shadi Sami Bajjali

Evaluation of Mechanical Properties of Self-Consolidating Concrete , Bhusan Basnet

Decision Support System for Bridge Maintenance , Imran Fazal

Evaluation of Mechanical Properties of Recycled Aggregate Concrete , Sajjad Ali Khan

The Detection of Common Concrete Bridge Deck Defects Using the Thermography, Impact Echo, and Ground Penetrating Radar , Saleh Z. Nabulsi

Theses/Dissertations from 2004 2004

Oxidation of Titanium in Alpha-Calf Serum Solution , Ali Stait Ismailoglu

Theses/Dissertations from 2003 2003

Mechanical Properties and Corrosion Resistance of NI-SIC NANO Composite Coatings on 2024-T3 Aluminum , Amit Jain

Development of a Redesign Plan for Moore Hall using Architectural Principles of Green Building and Sustainable Design , Alkhaziam Saad

Future Housing in the United States: Senior’s Housing Demand , Sandeep Singh

Innovative Contracting Prequalification/Selecion Model using Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) , Saad J. Zidan

Theses/Dissertations from 2002 2002

An Imaging System for Concrete Bridge Inspection , Mohammed Talal Al-Bataineh

A Model for Optimizing the Selection of Project Delivery Systems Using Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) , Arosha De Silva

Metastable Phases of Mgo-TiO 2 Solid Solutions , Liang-Chieh Ma

Building Deconstruction Guidelines: Tools for Recovering Building Materials , Ali Ayedh Merzen

Management Commitment to Construction Safety , Areen M. Shaar

Adaptation of Project Finance to Small Contractor Financing , Ragunathan Venkateswaran

Theses/Dissertations from 2001 2001

Structural Studies of Metastable Nanocrystalline Magnesium Titanate Ceramics , Renmei Xu

Theses/Dissertations from 2000 2000

Texture and Young’s Modulus of Nickel/Gamma-Alumina Composites , Abdulaziz Alamr

CFMMS – Computerized Facilities Maintenance Management System , Prawit Rotsawatsuk

Learning Reinforced Concreyte Design Principles Using a Java-VRML based Design Studio , Amarneethi Vamadevan

Theses/Dissertations from 1999 1999

Quantitative, Non-Destructive Calibration of Scanned Probe Microscope Cantilevers , John Hazel

Development of Mechanical Properties Micromapping for Composite Polymer Systems , Zheng Huang

Intellicrances – A Neural Network-Based Crane Selection System , André T. Mund

Conform- A Computerized Job-Built Concrete Construction Formwork Design , Kajpong Pongponrat

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Civil & Environmental Engineering Theses & Dissertations

Theses and dissertations published by graduate students in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, College of Engineering, Old Dominion University since Fall 2016 are available in this collection. Backfiles of all dissertations (and some theses) have also been added.

In late Fall 2023 or Spring 2024, all theses will be digitized and available here. In the meantime, consult the Library Catalog to find older items in print.

Theses/Dissertations from 2024 2024

Dissertation: Thermo-Elasto-Plastic Stability of Biaxially Loaded Hollow Rectangular Section Steel Beam-Columns with Applied Torsion , George Adomako Kumi

Dissertation: Modeling the Impact of Connected and Automated Vehicles on Driving Behaviors and Safety: A Driving Simulator Study , Abdalziz Alruwaili

Thesis: Stability and Strength of Glass FRP Beam-Columns with Biaxial Bending and Torsion Including Shear and Warping Deformations , Emad M. Amin

Thesis: Inelastic Dynamic Response of Two-Story Steel Frame Under Single and Dual Blast Loading , Jack Austin

Dissertation: Dynamic Soil-Structure Response and Failure of Wood Utility Poles Under Hurricane-Force Wind and Non-Linear Cable Loads , Ramani Ayakannu

Dissertation: Quasi-Static and Impact Load Response of BFRP-Reinforced Concrete Beams and Post-Terrorist-Attack Sub-Assemblages , José Luis Carrasquillo

Dissertation: Biochar for Heavy Metal Removal in Water: Opportunities, Challenges, and Sustainable Solutions , Pushpita Kumkum

Dissertation: Combine Effects of Heavy Storm, Sea Level Rise, and Wind-Induced Surge on Flooding in a Low-Gradient Coastal Watershed in Eastern Virginia , Rutvik Rajendrabhai Patel

Theses/Dissertations from 2023 2023

Thesis: Evaluating Direct Filtration as an Alternative to Conventional Carbon-Based Advanced Treatment for Indirect Potable Reuse , Savannah M. Flemmer

Thesis: Biocrude Production From Lignin in Hydrothermal Medium: Effect of Rapid Heating and Short Residence Time , Kyoko Hirayama

Thesis: Adaptation of Nirtrifiers and Heterotrophs to Low Dissolved Oxygen in an Activated Sludge Biological Nutrient Removal Pilot Plant , Shashank Khatiwada

Thesis: Lithium Extraction From Aqueous Solution Using Magnesium Doped Lithium Ion-Sieve Composite , Ujjwal Pokharel

Dissertation: An Effective Model for Dynamic Properties of Local Soils and Their Influence on Seismic Response of a Typical Reinforced Concrete Building , Kaveh Zehtab

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

Dissertation: Quantification of Wave Attentuation of a Marsh Sill Living Shoreline and Application of Numerical Modeling for Design Optimization and Adaptation , Maura K. Boswell

Dissertation: Effectiveness of Suspended Lead Dampers in Steel Buildings Under Localized Lateral Impact and Vertical Pulsating Load , Herish Abdullah Hussein

Dissertation: Data-Driven Framework for Understanding & Modeling Ride-Sourcing Transportation Systems , Bishoy Kelleny

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

Thesis: Stability of Low Crested and Submerged Breakwaters: A Reanalysis and Model Development , Christopher P. Burgess

Dissertation: Integrated Processing of Municipal Solid Waste for Maximizing Waste Reduction, Carbon Recovery and Fuel Production , Kameron J. King

Thesis: Assessment of the Hydrograv® Adapt Variable Height Secondary Clarifier Inlet at HRSD Nansemond Treatment Plant , Matthew Poe

Dissertation: Rainfall-Runoff Mechanisms and Flood Mitigation in a Coastal Watershed with Numerous Wetlands and Ponds , Homa Jalaeian Taghadomi

Dissertation: Hydrothermal Processes for Extraction and Conversion of Biomass to Produce Biofuels and Value-Added Products , Anuj Hemant Thakkar

Dissertation: Spatiotemporal Variations of Precipitation and Climate-Resilient Structure Design in Virginia , Xiaomin Yang

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Dissertation: A Rule Based Control Algorithm for on-Ramp Merge With Connected and Automated Vehicles , Ehsan Beheshtitabar

Thesis: Lateral-Torsional Instability and Biaxial Flexure of Continuous GFRP Beams Including Warping and Shear Deformations , Waverly G. Hampton

Thesis: The Impacts of Surface Gravity Waves on Buoyant Plume Dilution , Bruce William Husselbee

Dissertation: Truck Trailer Classification Using Side-Fire Light Detection And Ranging (LiDAR) Data , Olcay Sahin

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Thesis: Developing Algorithms to Detect Incidents on Freeways From Loop Detector and Vehicle Re-Identification Data , Biraj Adhikari

Dissertation: Catalytic Transfer Hydrogenation Reactions of Lipids , Alexander Asiedu

Dissertation: Latent Choice Models to Account for Misclassification Errors in Discrete Transportation Data , Lacramioara Elena Balan

Thesis: Spatiotemporal Downscaling Rainfall Predictions of North American Regional Climate Change Assessment Program for Entire Virginia , Zhaoyi Cai

Thesis: Application of a Biodegradable and Recyclable Chelating Agent for Ash Removal from Algae , Temitope George Daramola

Dissertation: Parallel Jacobi Transformation Algorithm for Generalized Eigen-Solution With Improved Damage Detection of Truss/Bridge-Type Structures , Maryam Ehsaei

Thesis: Sidestream RAS Fermentation for Stable Bio-P Combined with Short Cut Nitrogen Removal in an A/B Process , Lindsey Elise Ferguson

Thesis: Challenges of Designing and Operating a Pilot Scale Short Residence Time Continuous Hydrothermal Flash Hydrolysis Reactor for High Slurry Load Biomass Processing , Mason James Martin

Dissertation: Deep Reinforcement Learning Approach for Lagrangian Control: Improving Freeway Bottleneck Throughput Via Variable Speed Limit , Reza Vatani Nezafat

Thesis: Variable Speed Limit Control at SAG Curves Through Connected Vehicles: Implications of Alternative Communications and Sensing Technologies , Reza Vatani Nezafat

Thesis: Measuring and Modeling Bare Desert Wind Erosion From Steppe Grassland of Northern China as Affected By Soil Moisture and Climate , Nicholas Morgan Potter

Dissertation: Adaptive Control of Base Isolation Systems Using the Transmissibility-Based Semi-Active Controller , Ramin Rabiee

Thesis: Numerical Modeling of Shoreline Response to Storm Tides and Sea Level Rise , Akash Sahu

Dissertation: Numerical Modeling and Field Investigation of Nearshore Nonlinear Wave Propagation , Elham Sharifineyestani

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

Dissertation: Behavior of Piled Raft Foundation in Partially Saturated Soils , Salman Alrubaye

Dissertation: Techno-Economic and Life Cycle Assessment of Hydrothermal Processing of Microalgae for Biofuels and Co-Product Generation , Andrew P. Bessette

Thesis: The Evaluation of Enhancing Biological Phosphorus Removal and Improving Settleability Using Mainstream Hydrocyclones for External Selection , Amanda Carrie Ford

Dissertation: Value Added Products From Lignin and Biomass Derivatives , Chen Li

Dissertation: Predicting Effects of Climate Change and Sea Level Rise on Hydrologic Processes in a Mid-Atlantic Coastal Watershed , Rui Li

Thesis: Flexural Behavior and Strength of Doubly-Reinforced Concrete Beams with Hollow Plastic Spheres , Rutvik R. Patel

Thesis: Modeling Effects of Rainwater Harvesting Systems on Water Yield Increase and Non-Beneficial Evaporation Reduction to Sustain Agriculture in a Water-Scarce Region of China , Tennille Wade

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

Thesis: A Comparative Study of the Effects of External Selection on Settleability and Formation of Aerobic Granular Sludge , Tyler A. Brickles

Thesis: Vulnerability Assessment of Critical Bridges in the Hampton Roads Region of Virginia to Storm Surge Flooding under Sea Level Rise , Luca Castrucci

Dissertation: Behavior and Strength of RC Spandrel Members Under Unsymmetrical Bending and Torsion Including CFRP Retrofitting , Muhammad Fahim

Dissertation: Behavior and Strength of Non-Prestressed and Prestressed Hillman Composite Beam Including CFRP Retrofitting , Wajid Khan

Thesis: Investigation and Analysis of the Fluctuating Brominated to Total Trihalomethane Ratio in the Virginia Beach Distribution System , Christopher Steven Mihalkovic

Dissertation: Investigating Physical Processes Associated With Chesapeake Bay and Changjiang Estuary , Arash Niroomandi

Dissertation: Simulated Dynamics of Soil Water and Pore Vapor in a Semi-Arid Sandy Ecosystem , Shohreh Pedram

Thesis: Quantifying Cyanide Inhibition of Nitrification and Developing Cost-Effective Treatment Processes , Germano M. Salazar-Benites

Dissertation: Efficient Algorithms for Solving Size-Shape-Topology Truss Optimization and Shortest Path Problems , Gelareh B. Sanjabi

Dissertation: Holistic Approach in Microalgae Conversion to Bioproducts and Biofuels Through Flash Hydrolysis , Ali Teymouri

Thesis: A Household Daily Non-Mandatory Activity Participation and Duration Modeling Accounting for Person Level Budget Constraints , Ivana Vukovic

Thesis: Quantifying Pollutant Removal Rates of Bioretention Basins as a Stormwater Best Management Practice , Evan Nathanial Waagen

Theses/Dissertations from 2016 2016

Dissertation: Dynamic Elasto-Plastic Behavior of Steel Building Sub-Assemblage Including CFRP Retrofitting Under Impact Load , Ali Mohammed Salih Aloosi

Dissertation: Methodologies for Estimating Traffic Flow on Freeways Using Probe Vehicle Trajectory Data , Khairul Azfi Anuar

Thesis: Impacts of Operating Parameters on Extracellular Polymeric Substances Production in a High Rate Activated Sludge System with Low Solids Retention Times , Matthew S. Elliot

Dissertation: Efficient Domain Decomposition Algorithms and Applications in Transportation and Structural Engineering , Paul W. Johnson III

Thesis: Changing Trends in Wave Heights in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic Region , Hillary Lane

Thesis: Longitudinal Tidal Dispersion Coefficient Estimation and Total Suspended Solids Transport Characterization in the James River , Beatriz Eugenia Patino

Thesis: Effects of Surrounding Water Table on a Forested Wetland Habitat in East Coast of Virginia , Lane Stokes

Thesis: Investigating the Relationship Between Latent Driving Patterns and Traffic Safety Using Smartphone-Based Mobile Sensor Data , Kenneth Wynne

Thesis: Global Sensitivity Analysis of Mat Foundation Behavior by Using Finite Element Modeling , Yang Zhao

Theses/Dissertations from 2015 2015

Thesis: Experimental and Predicted Behavior of FRP Beam-Columns Including Retrofitting , Ali Al-Huazy

Thesis: Analyzing Driver Behavior and Traffic Flow Breakdowns at the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel , Michelle L. Allen

Thesis: Behavior and Strength of Pultruded FRP I-Section Columns Including Uniaxial and Biaxial Bending , Emad M. Amin

Thesis: Techno-Economic Analysis of Protein Concentrate Produced by Flash Hydrolysis of Microalgae , Alexander Nana Yaw Asiedu

Thesis: Life Cycle Assessment Using Argonne GREET Model of Algae Based Biofuels Produced Using Flash Hydrolysis Process , Andrew P. Bessette

Thesis: A Modified Rank Ordered Logit Model to Analyze Injury Severity of Occupants in Multi-Vehicle Crashes , Shelley Bogue

Dissertation: Polychlorinated Biphenyl Source Identification in Fish Tissue Using a Multivariate Statistical Evaluation of Congeners and Stable Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometry , William Edward Corl III

Thesis: Adsorption-Style Activated-Sludge Is It a Practical Treatment Process in North America? , Jon DeArmond

Thesis: Impact of Limited Organic Carbon Addition on Nitrogen Removal in a Mainstream Anammox Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor , Johnnie Wayne Godwin

Dissertation: Inelastic Behavior and Strength of Steel Beam-Columns with Applied Torsion , Mamadou Konate

Dissertation: A Risk Assessment of the Impacts of Coastal Flooding and Sea Level Rise on the Existing and New Pump Stations 113, Norfolk, VA , David A. Pezza

Dissertation: Hydrothermal Catalytic Liquefaction and Deoxygenation of Biomass for Renewable Fuel Production , Sergiy Popov

Thesis: Accuracy Comparison of Numerical Integration Algorithms for Real-Time Hybrid Simulations , Ganesh Anant Reddy

Dissertation: Characterizing Queue Dynamics at Signalized Intersections From Probe Vehicle Data , Semuel Yacob Recky Rompis

Thesis: Comparing Nutrient Recovery via Rapid (Flash Hydrolysis) and Conventional Hydrothermal Liquefaction Processes for Microalgae Cultivation , Caleb Richard Talbot

Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

Thesis: Evaluation of the EPA SWMM Model to Simulate Low Impact Development Features in an Urban Stormwater Environment , Holly Ann Carpenter

Dissertation: Flash Hydrolysis of Microalgae Biomass for Biofuels Intermediates Production, Protein Extraction, and Nutrients Recycle , Jose Luis Garcia Moscoso

Thesis: Anammox Polishing in Mainstream Wastewater Treatment to Meet Stringent Ammonia and Total Nitrogen Limits , Rebecca Mary Holgate

Thesis: Effective CFRP Retrofitting Schemes for Prestressed Concrete Beams , Herish Abdullah Hussein

Dissertation: Feasibility of Mainstream Nitrite Oxidizing Bacteria Out-Selection and Anammox Polishing for Enhanced Nitrogen Removal , Pusker Raj Regmi

Dissertation: Stormwater Infrastructure Optimization on Conjunctive Improvements , Mohammad Hussin Shar

Theses/Dissertations from 2013 2013

Thesis: Linear Programming Algorithm with Mixed Real-Integer Variables in MATLAB Environments , Gelareh Bakhtyar

Thesis: Operation and Modification of a B-Stage for Efficient Nitrogen Removal in an A/B Process Pilot Study , Ryder Bunce

Dissertation: The Role of Proximity in Reducing Auto Travel: Using VMT to Identify Key Locations for Development, from Downtown to the Exurbs , Robert B. Case

Dissertation: Watershed-Scale Hybrid Stochastic-Deterministic Modeling Framework and Diffused Sources Superpositioning , Ruby Juvah Damalie

Thesis: Denitrification and Biological Phosphorus Removal Using Focused, Pulse-Treated, Thickened Waste Activated Sludge as an Internal Carbon Source , Holly Anne Hillard

Thesis: Evaluating Alternatives for Augmented Water Quality Improvement Utilizing Oyster Restoration as Best Management Practice (BMP) , Stephanie Roberts Long

Dissertation: An Investigation of Pavement Distress Variables on Crash Outcomes Using Hierarchical Generalized Linear Regression Modeling , Robert Alan Morgan

Thesis: Optimization of DEMON® Sidestream Treatment and Potential for Anammox Mainstream Bioaugmentation , Andrea Lauren Nifong

Dissertation: Dimensionless Criteria for Selecting Tidally-Influenced Advective-Dispersive Desalination Brine Mixing Plume Characterization Models , Alireza Shahvari

Dissertation: Exploring Travel and Activity Behavior in Transit-Oriented Developments: Insights Into Transportation Benefits and Travel Demand Modelling , Sanghoon Son

Dissertation: Thermo-Elasto-Plastic Behavior of Biaxially Loaded Steel Beam-Columns Inducing Those From World Trade Center Towers , Yanhong Zhao

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Theses/dissertations from 2024 2024.

ESTIMATION OF MECHANICAL BEHAVIOR OF UNSATURATED SOILS FROM A SOIL-WATER CHARACTERISTIC CURVE , Lucas Acheampong

GEOPHYSICAL METHOD USED FOR THE DETERMINATION AND PREDICTION OF SOIL STRENGTH AND STIFFNESS PARAMETERS , Dabo Adama

EFFECT OF ADMIXTURES ON RAPID HARDENING, SELF-CONSOLIDATING CONCRETE , Haley Johnson

Quantitative Sustainable Design of Urban Tree Soil Cells for Stormwater Management , JaMaya Wilson

IMPACT OF AUGMENTED DOCUMENTATION WORKFLOWS ON TRANSPORTATION AGENCY ASPHALT PAVING OPERATIONS: A QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE STUDY , Josh Withrow

Theses/Dissertations from 2023 2023

DIGITAL TWINS FOR ANCILLARY TRANSPORTATION ASSET DATA MANAGEMENT , Ashtarout Ammar

Value Propositions, Adoption Factors, and Implementation Considerations: Building A Path Towards Construction Innovation , Makram Bou Bou Hatoum

CLUSTERING STATES TO IMPROVE THE STRATEGIC HIGHWAY SAFETY PLAN , Victoria Cambron

HISTORICAL AND FORECASTED KENTUCKY SPECIFIC SLOPE STABILITY ANALYSES USING REMOTELY RETRIEVED HYDROLOGIC AND GEOMORPHOLOGIC DATA , Daniel M. Francis

PREDICTION OF CHLORINE AND DISINFECTION BYPRODUCT CONCENTRATION IN WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS USING KYPIPE AND TTHM REGRESSION MODELS: APPLICATION TO TWO SYSTEMS IN KENTUCKY , Yogesh Gautam

Implementation of Digital Twins for Small Water Systems , Aidan Gill

DO TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANIES AFFECT ROAD SAFETY OUTCOMES: A SPATIALLY DETAILED ANALYSIS IN SAN FRANCISCO , Vedant Shriniwas Goyal

QUALITY CONTROL METHODS THROUGH PRE-DETERMINATION OF FIELDS FOR usRAP PROJECTS , Zachary Heath

ESTIMATING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF INCENTIVES ON THE ADOPTION OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES , Michelle O. Imarah

Quantitative Microbial Risk Assessment (QMRA) For Urban Stormwater Reuse After Treatment Through A Bioretention System , ISAAC OLUK

Rollout of a Digital Comprehensive Safety Management System in a Large Public Agency: A Case Study with Kentucky Transportation Cabinet , Salena Pham

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

DEVELOPMENT OF A DECISION-MAKING TOOL FOR PREDICTION OF RAINFALL-INDUCED LANDSLIDES , Faisal Shakib Ahmed

Identifying and Evaluating the Perceptions of Near-Miss Reporting within the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet , Seth Atkins

ADAPTING THROUGH ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE IN CAPITAL PROJECTS ORGANIZATIONS , Mahmoud El Jazzar

Accuracy and Uncertainty in Traffic and Transit Ridership Forecasts , Jawad Mahmud Hoque

Induced Travel Demand: Measuring the Contribution of Additional Lane Miles on the Increase in U.S. Vehicle Miles Traveled from 1980 to 2019 , Brandon Ivanchak

EVALUATION OF SCORING METHODS FOR PRIORITIZING PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE PROJECTS , Daria Korostina

INVESTIGATION OF PFAS EXPOSURE RISKS IN KENTUCKY USING MAPPING TOOLS , Sweta Ojha

INCORPORATING SPEED INTO CRASH MODELING FOR RURAL TWO-LANE HIGHWAYS , Fahmida Rahman

GEOPHYSICS-BASED GROUND CONTROL AND EXCAVATION DESIGN METHODOLOGY BASED ON ACCEPTABLE DAMAGE , Jorge Romana Giraldo

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Civil and Environmental Engineering Graduate Theses and Dissertations

Theses/dissertations from 2024 2024.

Evaluation of 50’ FRP Truss Bridges with Timber Decks , Maxwell Browning Carey

Site Specific Probable Maximum Precipitation Implications for High Hazard Dams in West Virginia , Levi Jacob Cyphers

Stormwater Responses to Climatic and Land Cover Changes in Lowly Urbanized Subcoastal Environments , Md Tanvirul Islam

Evaluation of Probable Maximum Precipitation (PMP) for West Virginia to Predict Current and Future PMP & Utilizing Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) Sludge in Reclamation , Grace Katherine Kerr

Understanding Learners' Perception of Virtual Reality-Assisted Learning in Engineering Education , Mohammad Samin Mansur

The Impact of Low-Skew on the Ultimate Capacity of Press-Brake-Formed Tub Girders , Madison Lynn Morgan

An Integrated Framework for Establishing Long-Term Transportation Management Strategies Promoting Sustainable Urban Growth , M Imtiaz Rahman

Performance Evaluation of Composite Utility Structures under Wildfires and Mitigation Methods , Siddhant Sitoula

Theses/Dissertations from 2023 2023

Blowdown Wastewater Co-treatment with Produced Water for Resource Recovery: Moving Towards Zero Liquid Discharge and Sustainable Waste Management , Mohammad Hafez Ahmed

Investigation of High-Volume Volcanic Ash Cement Composites Modified with Amorphous Materials Through Experimental and Analytical Methods , Nawaf Alsulami

Optimizing sample collection and data interpretation for effective wastewater-based epidemiology in combined sewer systems , Christopher Allen Anderson

Evaluations of FRP Composite Coupons Under Impact and Puncture , Lekhnath Bhandari

Investigating the Change in Pavement Cracking Data Due to Automated Data Collection Methods , Faisal Quibria Chowdhury

A Computer Vision-based Method for Tack Coat Coverage Inspection Using Drone-Collected Images , Aida da Silva

Study of Capillary Channel Fiber Augmented Geobags for Accelerated Dewatering of High Moisture Content Fine-Grained Acid Mine Drainage Precipitate , Luke William Daugherty

Single Field of View Calibration Through Estimating Three Mutually Orthogonal Vanishing Points for Spatial Data Collection in Traffic Scenes , Sourav Dutta

Spatial Analysis of Bike-Sharing Station Usage and Placement: Redefining Bike-Share Planning for Equity , Sydney E. French

STRENGTHENING OF DAMAGED STRUCTURAL MEMBERS WITH EXTERNAL FRP , Krishna Tulasi Gadde

Spatiotemporal trends in particle-associated microbial communities in a chlorinated drinking water distribution system , Madison Haddix

Understanding Emerging Travel Behavior in New York City , Md Amdad Hossen

Environmental Controls of Greenhouse Fluxes in Freshwater Wetlands across the Globe , Samira Jahan

Development of a Framework to Support Community-Scale Nutrient Recovery for Local Crop Fertilization and Production , Scott A. Lopez

Visual Sensing for Comprehensive Granular Traffic Data Collection in Support of Intelligent Transportation Applications , Linjun Lu

Exploring Opportunities and Challenges of Adopting Exoskeletons and Exosuits in Construction: Identifying Facilitators, Barriers, and Potential Solutions to Those Barriers , Dilruba Mahmud

Feasibility of Applying Motion Magnification in Subsurface Defect Detection for Concrete and Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Specimens , Nagavardhani Malineni

Assessment of Regional Bike and Pedestrian Equity in Transportation Plans , Drew Reiter

Concentrated Wastewater Treatment Using a Ferric Iron-dosed Anaerobic Upflow Sludge Blanket Reactor for Recovery of Phosphorus and Ammonium , Carley E. Shingleton

Condition and Modeling Assessment of Geomorphic Landform Design on Coal Refuse Impoundments , Titus C. Smith

WEIGH-IN-MOTION DATA-DRIVEN PAVEMENT PERFORMANCE PREDICTION MODELS , Mohhammad Afsar Sujon

Application of metagenomic and molecular microbiology techniques to elucidate sources of fecal pollution and anthropogenic antibiotic resistance genes to surface water: a step towards a “One Health” approach to watershed management , Mehedi Hasan Tarek

Laboratory Experimentation and Numerical Modeling to Enhance Drainage in Geotextile Tubes , Jonah G. Tyson

FRP Pedestrian Bridges , Joseph Ryan Virga

Exploring the Usage of Acid Mine Drainage Sludge as a Soil Amendment for Reclaimed Mine Lands , Brady Watters

Development and Validation of Improved Live Load Distribution Factors for Moment in Press-Brake-Formed Steel Tub Girder Bridges , Brook Teklu Woldegabriel

Leveraging Data Science to Promote Sustainable Resource Recovery from Organic Waste Streams in Rural Regions , Mohammed Tamim Zaki

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

Elucidating Biogeochemical Reactions of Iron for Ammonium Removal and Nutrient Recovery from Wastewaters: Moving toward Sustainable Wastewater Management , Rifat Anwar

Similitude, Scaling, and Prediction of Stream Dissolved Oxygen across the Contiguous U.S. , Aron Gebreslase

Experimental and Design Evaluation of Multi-bolted GFRP Joints , Amir Hossein Houshmandyar

Review of Innovative Rehabilitation Techniques for Reinforced Concrete Buildings , Demetrius Karoubas

Mechanical Response of VARTM infused FRP composites , Andrew Kenney

Development of an Innovative Co-treatment Technology for Produced Water and Blowdown Water: A Regional Approach of Water Management for Energy Production , Golnoosh Khajouei

Stormwater Runoff Response Under Changing Climate and Land uses Across Gradients of Inland and Coastal Urban-Natural Basin , Mahmood Khan

Climatic and Land Cover Sensitivities of Stormwater Runoff in a Coastal Natural-Urban Basin of Texas, USA. , Nusrat Nasrin Khan

Methodology for enhanced filtration and dewatering of fine-grain AMD precipitate using geocomposites for rare earth elements recovery , Iuri Lira Santos

Finite Element Method Calculation of A Prestressed Self Consolidating Concrete Beam , Vladyslav Machulsky

Detection of Fecal Bacteria in Watersheds Impacted by Acid Mine Drainage , Claire Addison McDonald

Geotextile Design and Performance for Dewatering of Rare Earth Element Sludge Produced from Acid Mine Drainage , Cory J. Nasiadka

Evaluating Effects of Sediment on Microbial Loading in a Drinking Water Distribution System , Erika Osborne

Understanding Perceptions of Vulnerable Roadway Users on Autonomous Vehicles , Md Tawhidur Rahman

Stormwater Sensitivities to the Climatic and Land Cover Drivers in a Heavily Urbanized Coastal Basin along the Northern Gulf of Mexico, USA. , Md Faisal Razy

Evaluating potential soil amendments and geomorphic methods for mine land reclamation , Amanda Rodrigues Silva

Expanding the Applicability of Press-Brake-Formed Tub Girders Through the Extension of the Maximum Span Length and the Evaluation of Pier Continuity , Robert M. Tennant

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

Light Non-Aqueous Phase Liquid Migration in Ground Subsurface , Hanadi Al-Hammad

Nondestructive Condition Assessment of Civil Infrastructure Using Ultrasonic Technique , Tyler Keith Ashbrook

Identification of Crash Contributing Factors in AV involved Crashes , MD TANVIR ASHRAF

A Parametric Study of Lateral-Torsional Buckling in Pultruded FRP Beams Using Abaqus , Robert Nathaniel Baylor

Investigation of Foundation Failures , Ali Buabbas

Erosion and Sediment Controls on Reclaimed Mine Refuse Impoundments , Sara Dalen

Timber Bridge Pile Splicing with Fiber Reinforced Polymer Wraps , Drew L. Damich

Calibration of IRI-based PSI Equation using Updated Quarter-Car Parameters , Shirin Bahaaeldin Hassan

Effects of Changes in Land Use Land Cover and Climate on Long-term Total Dissolved Solids Trends in the Mid-Atlantic Region of the United States , Melaine Edouard Kolimedje

Prioritization Framework for Advanced Systems of Urban Roads in the Context of Smart Cities , Jinwoong Lee

Estimation and Mitigation of Stresses in Mass Concrete Structures Containing Ground Granulated Blast FurnaceSlag and Fly Ash , Guadalupe Leon

Evaluating Factors Influencing Transportation-Related Energy Consumption , Amrit Williams

Design of Bending Moment and Load Capacity Test for FRP Sheet Piles , Joshua Larry Wilt Mr.

Review of Forecasting Univariate Time-series Data with Application to Water-Energy Nexus Studies & Proposal of Parallel Hybrid SARIMA-ANN Model , Cory Sumner Yarrington

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Innovative Fe(III)-dosed Anaerobic Biological Treatment System: From Fe and S Biogeochemical Reactions to Engineering Process , Musfique Ahmed

Impacts of Bike Sharing on Transit Ridership , Moathe Salah Aljeri

Potential Benefits from Practices in Construction Waste Material Controls , Abdulaziz Alwadhenani

Study on The Thermal Properties of Concrete Containing Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag, Fly Ash and Steel Reinforcement , Bekir Erdem Bas

Effect of Binder Modification and Aggregate Size on Modulus and Fatigue of Asphalt Concrete , Elizabeth Bashiti

Time-Dependent Reliability Framework for Durability Design of FRP Composites , Rajneesh Kumar Bharil

Effects of Supplementary Cementitious Materials on Early-Age Tensile Creep and Shrinkage of Concrete , Lucas James Bucklen

Selective Precipitation and Recovery of Rare Earth Elements from Acid Mine Drainage , Robyn Lauren Christoferson

An In-Depth Investigation of the Effects of Work-Related Factors on the Development of Knee Musculoskeletal Disorders among Construction Roofers , Amrita Dutta

Evaluation of Test Specimen Geometry of Asphalt Mixes Tested with the Asphalt Mixture Performance Tester , Abha Dwivedy

Evaluating the Polishing of Skid Aggregates in Asphalt using the British Pendulum Tester , Allison Nicole Givens

Procedure for Asphalt Mixture Friction Evaluation for WVDOH , Danielle Marie Hoyer

Large-Scale Modeling and Assessments of Climate, Land Cover, and Sea Level Change Impacts on Stormwater Runoff in Coastal Urban-Natural Environments , Erfanul Huq

The Energy Efficiency and Living Comfort of a Stabilized Rammed Earth Dwelling in Comparison with a Traditional Stud Frame Building , David C. Johnson III

Review of Modern Nondestructive Testing Techniques for Civil Infrastructure , Shabnam Khanal

Monotonic Response of RC Exterior Beam-Column Joints Reinforced with Filler-Modules and FRP Composite Wraps/Gussets , Praveen Kumar Reddy Majjigapu

On-Site Measurement of the Water-Cementitious Ratio and Heat of Hydration of Delivered Concrete , Seyednavid Mardmomen

Solution Tool to Predict Filter Cake Formation for Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) Slurries , Roberto Ecuador Martinez Ochoa

Multi-objective Optimization of a Ridesharing System Performance , Mohammad Nasr Azadani

Field Evaluation of a Modular Press-Brake-Formed Steel Tub Girder in an Application that Includes Skew and Superelevation , Adam D. Roh

Scaling-based Robust Predictions of Periodic Stream Water Quality Variables Across the Contiguous U.S. , Mohammad Abu Zafer Siddik

Experimental and Field Evaluation of FRP Pedestrian Bridge Decks , Kalrav Singh Tomer

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Short Beam Shear Strength Evaluations of GFRP Composites: Correlations Through Accelerated and Natural Aging , William Todd Barker

Numerical Modeling of Hydraulic Fracture Propagation and Comparison with Microseismic Data at a Field Site , Carter Lawrence Hulcher

Shear stress estimates in the approach and bridge section by using various formula , Jun Seon Lee

Direct Determination of the Dynamic Elastic Modulus and Poisson's Ratio of Timoshenko Prisms and Rods , Guadalupe Leon

Minimizing Trihalomethane Formation through Source Water Monitoring and Optimizing Treatment Practices , Nashid Mirza

Retaining Wall System with Soldier Pile and Composite Resin Infused Lagging Elements , Shane Phillip Moore

Bending Response of Timber Mortise and Tenon Joints Reinforced with Filler-Modules and FRP Gussets , Andrew Robert Pacifico

Structural Behavior of Steel Plate Embedded Hybrid GFRP Shapes , Piyush R. Soti

Evaluating design criteria for high hazard dams in a changing climate , Aaron Read Sutton

Review of water allocation models for West Virginia , Madison Lee Alexis Thompson

Field Performance and Rating Evaluation of a Modular Press-Brake-Formed Steel Tub Girder with a Steel Sandwich Plate Deck , Nicole Marie Hegele Underwood

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

Spatiotemporal Controls and Scaling of Stream Water Quality across the East Coast of U.S.A , Shakil Ahmed

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Breakaway Luminaire Pole Research , Jacob Conway

Detection of Deficiencies and Data Analysis of Bridge Members with Deep Convolutional Neural Networks , Bennett Jackson

Sustainable Revitalization of Asphalt Pavements: An In-Depth Analysis of Enhancing the Performance of Asphalt Binder Through the Application of Rheological and Molecular Dynamics Simulation Techniques , Muhammad Ahmad

Performing Motorized-to-Non-Motorized Crash Analysis Using Multi-Model LBS Traffic Data Calibrated Through Random Forest Models , Nicholas Aldridge

Assessing the Performance of High-RAP Mixtures Incorporating Crude Vegetable Oils and an Antioxidant from Mechanical, Environmental, and Economic Perspectives , Nitish R. Bastola

Safety and Operational Assessment of Rural Free Right-Turn Ramp Intersections , Jonathon Camenzind

Assessment of Bridge Pier Response to Fire, Vehicle Impact, and Air Blast , Chen Fang, Qusai Alomari, and Daniel G. Linzell

The Effects of Inaccurate and Missing Highway-Rail Grade Crossing Inventory Data on Crash and Severity Model Estimation and Prediction , Muhammad Umer Farooq

Reducing Infiltration and Inflow in Small Collection Systems: Environmental, Economic, and Other Impacts , Andrew Hansen

CO 2 Storage Capacity and Injectivity of Stacked Carbonates of the Pennsylvanian and Permian in Western Nebraska , Lateef Lawal

Bridge Deck Overhang Design: Effective Vehicle Impact Loads, Ultimate Strength, and Implications on Bridge Rail Performance , Andrew Eric Loken

Adaptation of Concrete and Timber Bridge Railings for Low-Volume Traffic , Russell Masterson

Transportation Components of the City of Bennet Comprehensive Plan and Downtown Economic Development Plan , Kyle McLaughlin

Integration of Environmental Sustainability and Decision Making: Case Studies of Civil Infrastructure , Sussan Moussavi

Investigation and Modification of Single-Post Aluminum Sign Supports for Mash Crashworthiness , Rodrigo Quintero

Three-Dimensional Structural Analysis of Temple 16 and Rosalila at Copan Ruinas , Luis Tuarez

Energy Dissipation Optimization for Circular Culverts , Chi Zhang

Evaluation of an Equivalent Mean Grain Size Diameter to Rationally Predict the Erodibility of Fine Riverbed Soils in Nebraska , Basil Abualshar

Interlayered Thin Film Composite (iTFC) Membranes: The Synthesis and Assembly of Active Layer from Conjugated Microporous Polymer , Febby Andini

Behavior of Completely Automated Evapotranspiration Estimation (eeMETRIC) , Atiqullah Atif

Data-Driven Prioritization and Empirical Predictions for Bridge Scour in Nebraska , Awgku Ahmad Hashim Awg Bolhasan

A Physical Model of Deadmans Run , Quinn Brandt

Evaluation of Swelling Pressure and Shear Strength of Inorganic Microfiber-Reinforced Bentonite for the Engineered Barrier System , Jose Maria Ferdinand Victoria Calaunan

Performance of Concrete with Different Cement Finenesses and Nano-activators , Brandon Faltin

Estimation of Methane Emissions from Beef Cattle Manure in Nebraska , Noe Hernandez

Risk Assessment of Hazardous Material Transportation for Small and Tribal Communities , Harrison Redepenning

Experimental and Numerical Analysis of Soil-Geosynthetic Composite for a Geosynthetic-Reinforced Roadway System , Daniel Robertson

Empirical Fragility Functions and Numerical Parametric Study for Buckling of Steel Grain Bins under High Wind Loads , Andrew Ruder

Development of a Next-Generation Non-Proprietary Portable Concrete Barrier , Riley Ruskamp

Experimental and Numerical Study: Sheet Pile Abutment Systems for Water–Crossing Bridges , Hung Phi Van

Efficiency of Bank Filtration in the Removal of Cyanotoxins Under Different Levels of Nutrients , Luke Walkenhorst

Measuring Acoustic Nonlinearity of Elastic Materials Using Thermal Modulation of Ultrasonic Waves , Bibo Zhong

Application of Biochar as Beneficial Additive in Concrete , Temirlan Barissov

Detecting and Evaluating Cracks on Aging Concrete Members with Deep Convolutional Neural Networks , Brendan Barnes

IMPACT OF PARTICLE SURFACE CHARGE HETEROGENEITY ON DEPOSITION ONTO FLAT SURFACES AND TRANSPORT IN POROUS MEDIA , Thompson Delon

Prioritization of Research on Bridge Railings for Use on Timber Deck Bridges and Development of Two Glulam Bridge Railing Systems , Jared Duren

Evaluation of Permanent Concrete Barriers to MASH 2016 , Samuel Elias Hovde

A METHODOLOGY FOR ESTIMATING CAPACITY AND PASSENGER CAR EQUIVALENTS FOR CONNECTED AND AUTOMATED VEHICLES TRAVELING ON FREEWAYS , Antonio Hurtado Beltran

Risk and Safety Associated with Hazardous Materials Transport in Rural and Native American Communities: A Case Study of Thurston County, Nebraska , Sydney James

Establishing Safe Operating Speeds for Autonomous Vehicles: A Case Study from the Automated Skyway Express in Jacksonville, Florida , Andrew Loken

Fragility Functions of Manufactured Houses under Earthquake Loads , Shuyah Tani Aurore Ouoba

Modeling Watershed Sensitivity to Climate Change in Systems Affected by Discharge of Mine Tailings , Johnette C. Shockley

PROBABILISTIC SEISMIC VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT OF FREESTANDING HISTORIC MONUMENTS , Marie E. Wagner

Determinants of Water System Management , Caleb White

Hydraulic and Mineralogical Characterization of Organoclay Before and After Reaction with Non-Aqueous Phase Liquid (NAPL) , Mostafa Afzalian

Biofiltration of Volatile Organic Compounds Emitted at Ethanol Plants , Mitham Al-faliti

Optimum Mixing Design of Xanthan and Gellan Treated Soils for Slope Stabilization for Weathered Shales and Glacial Tills in Nebraska , Layal Bitar

Concentration and Treatment of Odors Generated by Landfills , Gabriel Cohen

Development of a MASH Test Level 4 Open Concrete Bridge Rail , Jacob DeLone

Reliability-Calibrated ANN-Based Load and Resistance Factor Load Rating for Steel Girder Bridges , Francisco Garcia

Eliminating Rebar Splicing in Transverse Joints of Precast Full Depth Bridge Deck Panels , David Gee

Quantitative Assessment of Alkali-Silica Reaction in Small and Large-Scale Concrete Specimens Utilizing Nonlinear Acoustic Techniques , Clayton Malone

NITRATE AND HERBICIDES REMOVAL FROM GROUNDWATER USING IMMOBILIZED ALGAE , Sara Mollamohammada

RIVETED STEEL RAILWAY BRIDGE HEALTH MONITORING AND DAMAGE DETECTION , Ahmed Rageh

Development of an Improved Arterial Roadway Performance Reliability Methodology , Ernest Tufuor

Evaluation Of Internally Cured Bridge Deck Concrete With Standard And Optimized Aggregate Gradation , Arman Abdigaliyev

RESTRICTED CROSSING U-TURNS AT RURAL INTERSECTIONS , Timothy Adams

Numerical Simulation of Diffuse Ultrasonic Waves in Concrete , Hossein Ariannejad

Full Scale 13-Story Building Implosion and Collapse: Effects on Adjacent Structures , Kanchan Devkota

Biofiltration of Volatile Organic Compounds Emitted at Ethanol Plants , Christopher Arthur Duerschner

Simulation of Antimicrobial Resistance Gene Fate in Narrow Grass Hedges , Marzieh Khedmati

Probabilistic Analysis of Slide-Rocking Structures Under Earthquake Loads , Taylor J. Knickerbocker

Sustainability Assessment of U.S. Beef Processing and its Antimicrobial Systems , Shaobin Li

Development of a Mix Design Adjustment Method For Fiber Reinforced Concrete and Super High Performance Concrete Based on Excess Paste , Joe Malloy

Using Theoretical And Experimental Particle Packing For Aggregate Gradation Optimization To Reduce Cement Content In Pavement Concrete Mixtures , Miras Mamirov

Development of Post-to-Deck Connections for Use in a MASH TL-4 Steel-Tube Bridge Rail , Pascual Mauricio

Environmental Sustainability Assessment of Small Nebraska Mechanical Water Resource Recovery Facilities: Impacts of Construction and Operations , Sussan Moussavi

Assessing Impact and Blast Resilience of Polymer Coated Cementitious Materials , Murtaza Nalwala, Gabriel Nsengiyumva, and Yong-Rak Kim

Development of a MASH TL-4 Steel, Side-Mounted, Beam-and-Post, Bridge Rail , Oscar Pena

Application of Remote Sensing Technology in Water Resources Management , Mahesh Pun

Proportion and Evaluation of Ultra-High Performance Concrete Using Local Materials , Flavia Ribeiro Furtado de Mendonca

Effects of Nutrient Level and Growth Rate on Mutation and Conjugation Processes That Confer Antibiotic Resistance to E. coli , Mohammadreza Shafieifini

LIDAR Assessment to Monitor Bridge Response Under Live and Dead Loads , Daniel Watson

MULTISCALE MODELING OF FRACTURE IN QUASI-BRITTLE MATERIALS USING BIFURCATION ANALYSIS AND ELEMENT ELIMINATION METHOD , Keyvan Zare Rami

FINITE ELEMENT MODELING AND UPDATING OF A FIVE-TIERED PAGODA STYLE TEMPLE , Linh Maytham Abdulrahman

Shear Strength Characteristics and Failure Mechanism of Slopes in Overconsolidated Soils of Nebraska , Hossein Bahmyari

Experimental Study on a New Type of Transverse Connection for Nebraska County Bridge System , Alexander Bleyhl

Examination of Steel Pin and Hanger Assembly Performance – Retrofit to Replacement , Chandana Chickamagalur Balakrishna

Effect of Swine Manure Pit Additives and Facility Disinfectants on the Fate of Antibiotics and Manure Composition During Simulated Swine Manure Slurry Storage , Jon Duerschner

Integration of Remote Sensing and Proximal Sensing for Improvement of Field Scale Water Management , Foad Foolad

Statistical Investigation of Road and Railway Hazardous Materials Transportation Safety , Amirfarrokh Iranitalab

Artificial Neural Network and Finite Element Modeling of Nanoindentation Tests on Silica , KIANOOSH KOOCHEKI

Structural Identification and Assessment of the Inverted Tee Girder Bridge System , Garrett P. Martindale

Road Diet Feasibility Analysis for Nebraska , Brandon L. Purintun

Optimized Health Monitoring Plans for a Steel, Double-Track Railway Bridge , Ahmed Rageh

Evaluation and Development of CPT Based Pile Design in Nebraska Soils , Alex Silvey

Rainwater Harvesting System Scenario Analysis on Runoff Reduction Potential in Surabaya, Indonesia: A Geospatial Analysis for Brantas Hilir Watershed , Putri Sukmahartati

Investigation of a Tractor-Tank Trailer Roadside Containment Barrier , Dean L. Whitfield

Effects of Moving Bottlenecks on Traffic Operations on Four-lane Level Freeway Segments , Jianan Zhou

Bias and Other Error in Gridded Weather Data Sets and Their Impacts on Estimating Reference Evapotranspiration , Philip A. Blankenau

Broadening Understanding of Roundabout Operation Analysis: Planning-Level Tools and Signal Application , Ahmed Buasali

Molecular Dynamics Modeling and Simulation of Bitumen Chemical Aging , Farshad Fallah

Impact-resistant Behavior of Reinforced Concrete Bridge Columns , Chen Fang

Simulation and Prediction of the Groundwater Level in the Surrounding Area of the Nebraska Management System Evaluation Area site in Central Nebraska. , Cesar Augusto Gomez Peña

Chemical-Rheological Evaluation of the Short-Term and Long-Term Effectiveness of Binder Rejuvenators , H.F. Haghshenas, S. Kommidi, D. Nguyen, and Y-R Kim

Evaluation of Thin Asphalt Overlay Pavement Preservation in Nebraska: Laboratory Tests, MEPDG, and LCCA (17-2624) , Soohyok Im, Taesun You, Yong-Rak Kim, Gabriel Nsengiyumva, Robert Rea, and Hamzeh Haghshenas

Injury Severity of Truck Drivers in Crashes at Highway-Rail Grade Crossings , Waleed Ali Khan

Viscoelastic Analysis and Fatigue Characterization of Bituminous Materials in Two Length Scales Under the Influence of Aging , Santosh Reddy Kommidi

Numerical Modeling to Evaluate the Performance of Slow-Release Candles for Groundwater Remediation , Chuyang Liu

Hyperelastic Structural Fuses for Steel Buildings , Francys López

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Civil and Offshore Engineering Research Group

Civil Engineering Theses

Civil Engineering

Mainly soils.

• Reinforced Soil
• In-situ Testing
• Sedimentation and Consolidation of Soft Clays
• Unsaturated and Gassy Soils
• Flow of Granular Materials
• Environmental Applications

Mainly Structures

• Structural Dynamics
• Structural glass
• Deployable Structures

Soils and Structures

• Offshore Foundations and Structures
• Tunnelling and Trenchless Technology
• Finite Element Analysis
• Distinct Element Modelling
• Computational Hydraulics
• Wind Engineering

Tidal Power

Alphabetical list.

Note 1: some theses may be listed under more than one heading Note 2: the degree that in other Universities is usually called "Ph.D." is in Oxford called "D.Phil."

REINFORCED SOIL

Unpaved roads.

• Love, J.P. (1985) D.Phil. "Model Testing of Geogrids in Unpaved Roads" Download from the ORA website
• Burd, H.J. (1986) D.Phil. "A Large Displacement Finite Element Analysis of a Reinforced Unpaved Road" Download from the ORA website
• Fannin, R.J. (1986) D.Phil. "Geogrid Reinforcement of Granular Layers on Soft Clay - a Study at Model and Full Scale" Download from the ORA website
• Brocklehurst, C.J. (1993) D.Phil. "Finite Element Studies of Reinforced and Unreinforced Two-Layer Soil Systems" Download from the ORA website

Other reinforced soil applications

• Dyer, M.R. (1985) D.Phil. "Observation of the Stress Distribution in Crushed Glass with Applications to Soil Reinforcement" Download from the ORA website
• Palmeira, E.M. (1987) D.Phil. "The Study of Soil Reinforcement Interaction by Means of Large Scale Laboratory Tests" Download from the ORA website
• Pedley, M.J. (1990) D.Phil. "The Performance of Soil Reinforcement in Bending and Shear" Download from the ORA website
• Tei, K. (1993) D.Phil. "A Study of Soil Nailing in Sand" Download from the ORA website

OFFSHORE FOUNDATIONS AND STRUCTURES

• Gue, S.S. (1984) D.Phil. "Ground Heave Around Driven Piles in Clay" Download from the ORA website
• Evans, K.M. (1987) D.Phil. "A Model Study of the End Bearing Capacity of Piles in Layered Calcareous Soils" Download from the ORA website
• Coop, M.R. (1987) D.Phil. "Axial Capacity of Driven Piles in Clay" Download from the ORA website
• Chaudhry, A.R. (1994) D.Phil. "Static Pile-Soil-Pile Interaction in Offshore Pile Groups" Download from the ORA website
• Dash, S.R. (2010) D.Phil. "Lateral Pile-Soil Interaction in Liquefiable Soils" abstract | thesis (7.34MB, pdf)
• Beuckelaers, W.J.A.P (2017) D.Phil. "Numerical Modelling of Laterally Loaded Piles for Offshore Wind Turbines" Download from the ORA website

Shallow foundations, jack-up units

• de Santa Maria, P.E.L. (1988) D.Phil. "Behaviour of Footings for Offshore Structures under Combined Loads" Download from the ORA website
• Bell, R.W. (1991) M.Sc. "The Analysis of Offshore Foundations Subjected to Combined Loading" Download from the ORA website
• Martin, C.M. (1994) D.Phil. "Physical and Numerical Modelling of Offshore Foundations Under Combined Loads" Download from the ORA website
• Thompson, R.S.G. (1996) D.Phil. "Development of Non-Linear Numerical Models Appropriate for the Analysis of Jack-up Units" Download from the ORA website
• Ngo Tran, C.L. (1996) D.Phil. "The Analysis of Offshore Foundations Subjected to Combined Loading" Download from the ORA website
• Mangal, J.K. (1999) D.Phil. "Partially Drained Loading of Shallow Foundations on Sand" Download from the ORA website
• Cassidy, M.J. (1999) D.Phil. "Non-Linear Analysis of Jack-up Structures Subjected to Random Waves" Download from the ORA website
• Byrne, B.W. (2000) D.Phil. "Investigations of Suction Caissons in Dense Sand" Download from the ORA website
• Nguyen-Sy, L. (2005) D.Phil. "The Theoretical Modelling of Circular Shallow Foundation for Offshore Wind Turbines" Download from the ORA website
• Villalobos Jara, F.A. (2006) D.Phil. "Model Testing of Foundations for Offshore Wind Turbines" Download from the ORA website
• Hazell, E. (2008) D.Phil. "Numerical and Experimental Studies of Shallow Cone Penetration in Clay" Download from the ORA website
• Cotter, O. (2009) D.Phil. "The Installation of Suction Cassion Foundations for Offshore Renewable Energy Structures" abstract | thesis (18.8Mb, pdf)
• Sandford, R. (2012) D.Phil. "Lateral buckling of High-Pressure/High Temperature On-Bottom Pipelines" abstract | thesis (27.7mb, pdf)

IN-SITU TESTING

• May, R.E. (1987) D.Phil. "A Study of the Piezocone Penetrometer in Normally Consolidated Clay" Download from the ORA website
• Teh, C.I. (1987) D.Phil. "An Analytical Study of the Cone Penetration Test" Download from the ORA website
• Nyirenda, Z.M. (1990) D.Phil. "Piezocone Studies in Lightly Overconsolidated Soil" Download from the ORA website
• Schnaid, F. (1990) D.Phil. "A Study of the Cone- pressuremeter Test in Sand" Download from the ORA website
• Yu, H.S. (1990) D.Phil. "Cavity Expansion Theory and its Application to the Analysis of Pressuremeters" Download from the ORA website
• Nutt, N.R.F. (1993) D.Phil. "Development of the Cone Pressuremeter" Download from the ORA website
• Smith, M.G. (1993) D.Phil. "A Laboratory Study of the Marchetti Dilatometer" Download from the ORA website
• Yao, M. (1996) M.Sc. "A Study of the Effect of Length to Diameter Ratio on the Results of Pressuremeter Tests" Download from the ORA website

UNSATURATED AND GASSY SOILS

• Nageswaran, S . (1983) D.Phil. "Effects of Gas Bubbles on the Sea-Bed Behaviour" Download from the ORA website
• Wheeler, S.J. (1986) D.Phil. "Stress-Strain Behaviour of Soils Containing Gas Bubbles" Download from the ORA website
• Gardner, T.N. (1988) D.Phil. "The Acoustic Properties of Gassy Soil" Download from the ORA website
• Thomas, S.D. (1988) D.Phil. "The Consolidation Behaviour of Gassy Soil" Download from the ORA website
• Sharma, R.S. (1998) D.Phil. "Mechanical Behaviour of Unsaturated Highly Expansive Clays" Download from the ORA website

SEDIMENTATION AND CONSOLIDATION OF SOFT CLAYS

• Lee, K. (1979) D.Phil. "An Analytical and Experimental Study of Large Strain Consolidation" Download from the ORA website
• Been, K. (1980) D.Phil. "Stress-Strain Behaviour of a Cohesive Soil Deposited Under Water" Download from the ORA website
• Elder, D. McG. (1985) D.Phil. "Stress-Strain and Strength Behaviour of Very Soft Soil Sediment" Download from the ORA website
• Bowden, R.K. (1988) D.Phil. "Compression Behaviour and Shear Strength Characteristics of a Natural Silty Clay Sedimented in the Laboratory" Download from the ORA website
• Lee, M. (2000) M.Sc. "An Experimental and Analytical Study of Electrokinetic Consolidation" Download from the ORA website
• Bartholomeeusen, G. (2003) D.Phil. "Compound Shock Waves and Creep Behaviour in Sediment Beds" Download from the ORA website
• Lintern, D.G. (2003) D.Phil. "Influences of Flocculation on Bed Properties for Fine-Grained Cohesive Sediment" Download from the ORA website

TUNNELLING AND TRENCHLESS TECHNOLOGY

Pipejacking and pipebursting.

• Ripley, K.J. (1989) D.Phil. "The Performance of Jacked Pipes" Download from the ORA website
• Swee, J.L.K. (1991) D.Phil. "Pipebursting: Model Tests" abstract  
• Norris, P. (1992) D.Phil. "The Behaviour of Jacked Concrete Pipes During Site Installation" Download from the ORA website
• Zhou, J.-Q. (1998) D.Phil. "Numerical Analysis and Laboratory Test of Concrete Jacking Pipes" Download from the ORA website
• Marshall, M.A. (1998) D. Phil. "Pipe-Jacked Tunnelling: Jacking Loads and Ground Movements" Download from the ORA website
• Psomas, S (2001) M.Sc. "Properties of Foam/Sand Mixtures for Tunnelling Applications" Download from the ORA website
• Pena Duarte , M (2007) D.Phil. "Foam as a Soil Conditioner in Tunnelling: Physical and Mechanical Properties of Conditioned Sands" Download from the ORA website
• Schupp, J. (2009) D.Phil. "Upheaval buckling and flotation of buried offshore pipelines" abstract | thesis (251mb, pdf)
• Li, Y. (2015) M.Sc. "Lateral Buckling of On-bottom Pipelines in Sand" Download from the ORA website

Tunnelling (general)

• Chow, L. (1994) M.Sc. "The Prediction of Surface Settlements Due to Tunnelling in Soft Ground" Download from the ORA website
• Kim, S.-H. (1996) D.Phil. "Model Testing and Analysis of Interactions between Tunnels in Clay" Download from the ORA website
• Liu Gang (1997) D.Phil. "Numerical Modelling of Damage to Masonry Buildings Due to Tunnelling" Download from the ORA website
• Augarde, C.E. (1997) D.Phil. "Numerical Modelling of Tunnelling Processes for Assessment of Damage to Buildings" Download from the ORA website
• Bloodworth, A.G. (2002) D.Phil. "Three-Dimensional Analysis of Tunnelling Effects on Structures to Develop Design Methods" Download from the ORA website
• Pickhaver, J.A. (2006) D.Phil. "Numerical Modelling of Building Response to Tunnelling" Download from the ORA website

FLOW OF GRANULAR MATERIALS

• Saperstein, L.W. (1967) D.Phil. "The Dynamics of Granular Solids" Download from the ORA website
• Wilson, J. (1970) D.Phil. "Forces Exerted on Solid Bodies Moving Through Cohesionless Soils" abstract

ENVIRONMENTAL APPLICATIONS

• Harbottle, M.J. (2003) D.Phil. "The Use of Electrokinetics to Enhance the Degradation of Organic Contaminants in Soils" Download from the ORA website
• O'Mahoney, M.M. (1990) D.Phil. "Recycling of Materials in Civil Engineering" Download from the ORA website
• Nguyen, G.D. (2005) D.Phil. "A Thermodynamic Approach to Constitutive Modelling of Concrete using Damage Mechanics and Plasticity Theory" Download from the ORA website

STRUCTURAL DYNAMICS

• Falati, S. (1999) D.Phil. "The contribution of non-structural components to the overall dynamic behaviour of concrete floor slabs" Download from the ORA website
• Williams, D.M. (2000) D.Phil. "Numerical Modelling of Real Time Sub-Structure testing" Download from the ORA website
• Neild, S.A. (2001) D.Phil. "Using Non-Linear Vibration Techniques to Detect Damage in Concrete Bridges" Download from the ORA website
• Clément, D.E. (2002) D.Phil. "Seismic Analysis of Knee Elements for Steel Frames" Download from the ORA website
• Grey, M. (2006) M.Sc "Finite Element Seismic Analysis of Guyed Masts" Download from the ORA website
• Bonnet, P.A. (2006) D.Phil "The Development of Multi-Axis Real-Time Substructure Testing" Download from the ORA website
• Sim, J.H.H. (2006) D.Phil. "Human-Structure Interaction in Cantilever Grandstands" Download from the ORA website
• Ehland, A. (2009) D.Phil. "Vibrations of precast and partially prestressed floor systems under moving loads" abstract | thesis (15.59Mb, pdf)
• Ojaghi, M. (Makhzan Ojaghi, S. M.) (2010) D.Phil. "The Development of Real-Time Distributed Hybrid Testing for Earthquake Engineering" abstract
• Nhleko, S. (2011) D.Phil. "Human-induced Lateral Excitation of Assembly Structures" Download from the ORA website
• Whittle, J. (2011) D.Phil. "Strategic Placement of Viscous Dampers for Seismic Structural Design" Download from the ORA website
• Claff, D.E. (2015) D.Phil. "Pedestrian-Induced Lateral Excitation of Footbridges" Download from the ORA website
• Del Gobbo, G.M. (2017) D.Phil. "Placement of Fluid Viscous Dampers to Reduce Total-Building Seismic Damage" Download from the ORA website
• Basagiannis, C.A. (2018) D.Phil. "Seismic Design and Evaluation of Moment Resisting Frames using Elastmeric Dampers" Download from the ORA website

STRUCTURAL GLASS

• Crompton, P.R. (1999) M.Sc. "Assessment of Design Procedures for Structural Glass Beams" Download from the ORA website
• Porter, M.I. (2001) D.Phil. "Aspects of Structural Design with Glass" Download from the ORA website

DEPLOYABLE STRUCTURES

• Lengyel, A. (2002) D.Phil. "Analogy between Equilibrium of Structures and Compatibility of Mechanisms" Download from the ORA website
• Chen, Y. (2003) D.Phil. "Design of Structural Mechanisms" Download from the ORA website
• Kuribayashi, K. (2004) D.Phil. "A Novel Foldable Stent Graft" Download from the ORA website
• Melin, N. (2004) D.Phil. "Application of Bennett Mechanisms to Long-Span Shelters" Download from the ORA website
• Ma, J. (2011) D.Phil. "Thin-Walled Tubes with Pre-folded Origami Patterns as Energy Absorption Devices" abstract | thesis (3.08mb, pdf)
• Gattas, J.M. (2013) D.Phil. "Quasi-Static Impact of Foldcore Sandwich Panels" Download from the ORA website
• Li, Y. (2016) D.Phil. "Thin-Walled Structures for Energy Absorption" Download from the ORA website
• Cao, Y. (2017) M.Sc. "Rigid origami of thick panels and deployable membranes" Download from the ORA Website
• Zhang, B. (2017) D.Phil. "Bistable and Mutli-stable Thin-Walled Structures" Download from the ORA website
• Xia, Y. (2017) D.Phil. "Novel Self-Expanding Stent Retractors for Neuroendoscopy" Download from the ORA website

FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS

A number of other theses make use of Finite Element Analysis, but the following concentrate principally on this area of work.

• Liu, G. (1997) D.Phil. "Numerical Modelling of Damage to Masonry Buildings Due to Tunnelling" Download from the ORA website
• Bloodworth, A.G. (2002) D.Phil. "Three Dimensional Analysis of Tunnelling Effects on Structures to Develop Design Methods" Download from the ORA website
• Likitlersuang, S. (2003) D.Phil. "A Hyperplasticity Model For Clay Behaviour: An Application To Bangkok Clay" Download from the ORA website
• Dong, Y. (2014) D.Phil. "Advanced Finite Element Analysis of Deep Excavation Case Histories" Download from the ORA website
• Dunne, H.P. (2017) D.Phil. "Finite Element Limit Analysis of Offshore Foundations on Clay" Download from the ORA website
• Yiu, W.N. (2018) D.Phil. "Finite Element Analysis of Short-Term and Long-Term Building Response to Tunnelling" Download from the ORA website

DISTINCT ELEMENT MODELLING

• Boon, C.W. (2013) D.Phil. "Distinct Element Modelling of Jointed Rock Masses: Algorithms and their Verification" Download from the ORA website
• Modenese, C. (2013) D.Phil "Numerical Study of the Mechanical Properties of Lunar Soil by the Discrete Element Method" Download from the ORA website
• Zhao, T. (2014) D.Phil "Investigation of Landslide-Induced Debris Flows by the DEM and CFD" Abstract | Thesis (6.65Mb, pdf)

COMPUTATIONAL HYDRAULICS

• Kaar, E.T. (1991) D.Phil. "Curvilinear Systems Modelling of Pollutant Transport in Shallow Waters" abstract
• Akponasa, G.A. (1992) D.Phil. "Solution of the Contravariant Shallow Water Equations Using Boundary-Fitted Coordinate Systems" abstract
• Greaves, D.M. (1995) D.Phil. "Numerical modelling of laminar separated flows and inviscid steep waves using adaptive hierarchical meshes" abstract
• Saalehi, A. (1996) D.Phil. "Quadtree-based finite element modelling of laminar separated flow past a cylinder" abstract
• Cruz Leon, S. (1997) D.Phil. "Numerical Solution of the Shallow Water Equations on Quadtree Grids" abstract
• Chern, M.-J. (1999) D.Phil. "3-D pseudospectral model of free surface and viscous flows"
• Park, K.-Y. (1999) D.Phil. "Quadtree grid numerical model of nearshore wave-current interaction"
• Turnbull, M. (1999) D.Phil. "The numerical modelling of steep waves interacting with structures" Download from the ORA website
• Ohl, C. (2000) D.Phil. "Free surface disturbances and non-linear run-up around offshore structures" Download from the ORA website

WIND ENGINEERING

• Gumley, S.J. (1981) D.Phil. "Tubing Systems for the Measurement of Fluctuating Pressures" abstract
• Green, D.W. R. (1983) D.Phil. "A Wind Tunnel Study of Flow Over Hills" abstract
• Rutledge, K.W. (1984) D.Phil. "Wind Tunnel Modelling of Buoyant Plumes" Download from the ORA website
• Letchford, C.W. (1987) D.Phil. "Pneumatic Averaging and its Application in Wind Engineering" abstract
• Tasker, M.N. (1987) D.Phil. "The Effect of Heat Transfer on the Dispersion of Cold Dense Gases" abstract
• Parkinson, H.G. (1987) D.Phil. "Measurements of Wind Flow Over Models of a Hill" abstract
• Minson, A.J. (1993) D.Phil. "Use of Laser Doppler Anemometer Measurements near Model Buildings to Determine Wind Loading on Building Attachments" abstract
• Marwood, R. (1996) D.Phil. "An Investigation of Conical Roof-Edge Vortices" Download from the ORA website
• Marshall, B. J. (1999) D.Phil. "Wind Flow Structures and Wind Forces in Forests" Download from the ORA website
• Nelmes, S.J. (1999) D.Phil. "Design of Shetlerbelts" abstract
• Draper, S. (2011) D.Phil. Tidal Stream Energy Extraction in Caostal Basins" abstract | Thesis (8.38mb, pdf)
• McAdam, R. (2011) D.Phil. "Studies into the Technical Feasibility of the Transverse Horizontal Axis Water Turbine" Download from the ORA website
• Consul, C.A. (2011) D.Phil. "Hydrodynamcis Analysis of a Tidal Cross-Flow Turbine" Download from the ORA website
• Ferrer, E. (2012) D.Phil. "A high order Discontinuous Galerkin - Fourier incompressible 3D Navier-Stokes solver with rotating sliding meshes for simulating cross-flow turbines" Download from the ORA website
• Belloni, C. (2013) D.Phil. "Hydrodynamics of Ducted and Open-Centre Tidal Turbines" abstract | thesis (1.5Mb, pdf)
• Serhadlioglu, S. (2014) D.Phil. "Tidal Stream Resource Assessment of Anglesey Skerries and the Bristol Channel" Download from the ORA website
• Fleming, C.F. (2014) D.Phil. "Tidal Turbine Performance in the Offshore Environment" Download from the ORA website
• Vogel, C.R. (2014) D.Phil. "Theoretical Limits to Tidal Stream Energy Extraction" abstract | thesis (4.88Mb, pdf)
• Schluntz, J. (2014) D.Phil. "Tidal Tubine Array Modelling" Download from the ORA website
• Hunter, W. (2015) D.Phil. "Actuator Disk Methods for Tidal Turbine Arrays" abstract | thesis (5.8mb, pdf)
• Cooke, S. (2016) D.Phil "Enhanced array design for tidal power generation" Download from the ORA website
• Gao, C. (2017) M.Sc. "Analysis of storm surge and tidal resonance in the Bristol channel" abstract | thesis (4.65Mb, pdf)
• Muchala, S. (2017) D.Phil. "Impact of Tidal Turbine Support Structures on Realizable Turbine Farm Power" Download from the ORA website
• Wimshurst, A . (2018) D.Phil. "Tip Flow Corrections for Horizontal Axis Wind and Tidal Turbine Rotors" Download from the ORA website

Theses from other Universities

The following theses from other Universities are also available:

• Houlsby, G.T. (1981) Ph.D., Cambridge University "A study of plasticity theories and their applicability to soil" Thesis (Cambridge Univeristy repository)
• Williams, M.S. (1988) Ph.D., Bristol University "The cutting of unbonded prestressing tendons during demolition"

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Theses/dissertations from 2023 2023.

Foam fly ash geopolymer with recycled high-density polyethylene (HDPE) plastics , Emmanuel Marquez Atienza

Public transport network system plan for Lipa City, Batangas, Philippines , Geowell Neil Gamaliel Rosales Caraos and Geowell Neil Gamaliel Rosales Caraos

Application of multi-criteria decision-making in the design of a post-disaster transitional shelter , Ryan Sylvester S. Chan

A sustainability assessment model for disaster relief shelter designs using multicriteria decision analysis , John Paul Q. De Pedro

Operationalizing a seismic resilience index for road segments: The case of a road network in Surigao City, Surigao del Norte , Cris Angelo Chua Fernandez

RBSARS: Risk-based structural audit and reporting system using Autodesk BIM360 digital engineering documentation platform , Christian Paul D. Sanguyo

Policy recommendation of key performance indicators (KPIs) for light rail transit systems in the Philippines: A case study on the KPIs of the LRT-1 system , Mia Irish Matienzo Zotomayor

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

Development of the quality plan and standard operating procedure for tower retrofitting , Rebeccah B. Abrazaldo

Assessment of inter-municipal PUV Services in Southern Iloilo, Philippines , Elearina Dolores T. Agustin

Development of a framework for quality management system assessment for a construction management company , Alexander Reuben L. Antonio

Rule-based determination of effective strain for externally bonded CFRP on beams through hyperbox machine learning modeling , Alvin B. Chua

The influence of mixing polyurethane on the shrinkage and matric suction of local clay and its effectiveness as a compacted clay liner subjected to wet-dry cycles , Cielo D. Frianeza

Assessment of the hydrologic performance and cost efficiency of low impact development in a residential area in Cavite using stormwater management model and cost effectiveness analysis , Sergi S. Garbanzos

Structural analysis and behavior of high–rise buildings with re–entrant corner considering torsional irregularity Evaluation , Andrew Dustin L. Grimares

Development of risk-targeted hazard maps for the city of Manila, Philippines for low-rise and mid-rise reinforced concrete buildings , Royce Argel N. Mallari

Spatial analysis of groundwater recharge potential and assessment of river flow duration characteristics in Inabanga watershed , Isaiah John D. Mangunay

Mechanical properties and durability performance of concrete with dimension limestone waste as partial replacement for fine aggregates , Jasmin M. Panganiban

Numerical investigation on the effect of infill walls and the short column effect on the structural performance of reinforced concrete frames , Garret Wilkenson C. Sia

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

Quality control assessment of Calathea Place , Jeremiah Franz B. Aquino

Comparative analysis of shear strength parallel to grain of different local bamboo species , Brian E. Bautista

Estimation of stiffness modulus and settlement of stone column improved composite sandy soil based on in-situ tests , Ulysis B. Boneo

Quantification of hydration products in rice husk ash (RHA)-blended cement concrete with crumb waste rubber tires (CWRT) & its correlation with mechanical performance , John Mark L. David

Assessment of household travel patterns for transport planning purposes , Jireh Daniel V. Despabiladeras

Strength and permeability characteristics of expansive soil with gypsum and rice husk ash used for roadway construction , Angelo B. Edora

Quantifying greenhouse gas emissions through life cycle assessment (LCA) of selected flood control structures in Western Visayas , Miguel S. Fernandez

Investigation on the applicability of low impact development in DLSU Laguna Campus using stormwater management model , Rey Angelo G. Frias

Rapid assessment on hazards, safety, and sustainability (RAHSS) of reinforced concrete building projects in Sorsogon: case studies for Fulleros Botox Builders and Design (FBBD) Company , Sheena Mae C. Fulleros

Estimation of the allowable bearing capacity of soil in some municipalities of the province of Pampanga using neural networks , Carmela Marie A. Lingad

Development of a seismic hazard and liquefaction hazard map using a nonlinear site amplification model derived from strong motion records: A case of Metro Manila , Mariamae Francia G. Montejo

Development of a probabilistic liquefaction potential map using semi-Markov chain: The case of San Fernando, Pampanga, Philippines , Charles Julius Oliquino

wen application of wind hazard map of the Philippines , Albert C. Pamonag

Multi-level subcontracting: Negative effects on construction quality, cost, time, and safety , Ryan C. Santibañez

Assessing the flood risk in Gumaca, Quezon through a 2D-numerical modeling approach , Tzina Anne Jot S. Santos

Prediction of soil types from existing borehole data using genetic algorithm: A case of Metro Manila , Izzhar Christian P. Sumagaysay

A proposed framework for risk assessment in highway construction , Victor Nazarene Tagaya

Developing mechanical properties for flexure and capacity-based grading using measurable indicating properties (IPs) for selected local bamboo species , Marion Ryan A. Vicencio

Numerical investigation of the performance of RC beam-column connection using quench-tempered reinforcement steel bars , Adrian D. Viloria

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Experimental study on residual axial strength capacity of CFRP wrapped concrete cylinder (full and partial Confinement) after exposure to elevated temperature , John Emmanuel C. Endaya

Effect of coconut shell ash on pore water pressure changes in sand , Gabriel Jose G. Lim

Development of a database management system for infrastructure project planning of Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) , Juan Carlo B. Papa

Evaluation of the DPWH design guidelines criteria and standards on pedestrian facilities with reference to Asian highway and iRAP standards , Reyna Joie Q. Remotin

Web-based document management system for shop drawings , Jhomar P. Tabernilla

Developing a resilience index for the pile-supported piers of the port of Batangas under tsunami load , Jon Arnel S. Telan

Geotechnical characterization of alluvial soil blended with quarry waste lime aggregate as an alternative roadway construction material , Emerzon S. Torres

The selection of ready-mixed concrete (RMC) supplier for DPWH projects using analytic hierarchy process (AHP) , Hakeem J. Upao

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Life cycle assessment of concrete hollow blocks (CHB) wall and shotcrete wall for high rise buildings , Mark Anthony Nerida Ancheta

A resilience index of a water lifeline system using an optimal restoration strategy , Abraham Matthew S. Carandang

Accessibility and travel mode choice of residents in the island province of Marinduque, Philippines , Jhun Christopher M. Castro

Evaluation of existing pedestrian walkways and facilities: An analysis to formulate pedestrian planning guidelines , Andre F. Del Rosario

A methodology for estimating the probable maximum loss (PML) of a water distribution network due to seismic induced liquefaction: A case in Iloilo City , Samantha Louise N. Jarder

Effects of traffic congestion pricing schemes on travel behavior in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City , Kervin Joshua C. Lucas

QGIS based materials source map of DPPWH Bulacan 2nd District Engineering Office , Daisie Lou D. Mariano

Assessment of coastal flooding and wave overtopping of the tide embankment section in Tacloban City: An experimental and numerical study , Patrick Sahun N. Ngo

Evaluation of DPWH design guidelines, criteria and standards with reference to Asian Highway Standards , Czar Manuel M. Rosuello

Bridge assessment in Cavite using bridge inventory condition considering large-scale earthquakes , Kathryn Joy F. Santos

Optimization of the strength properties of expansive soil stabilized with agricultural wastes , Kigia R. Valbuena

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

Assessment of out-of-plane failure of non-engineered masonry walls due to Typhoon Haiyan induced storm surges , Jenes P. Borais

Traffic management scheme for Anda Circle: Traffic study , Mel Harvey A. Gonzales

Investigation of the flexural strength of cold-formed steel C-section using computational and experimental method , Eyen James D. Ledesma

Evaluation of the design components being adopted for portland cement concrete pavement (PCCP) along Philippine roads , Emraiza D. Mangacop

M4E West Connex Underwood and Parramata ventilation facility practicum report , Ricci Ryan G. Rojo

Life cycle assessment (LCA) of two concrete pavements (conventional concrete and one-day concrete pavement) with Philippine National Road Standards in Metro Manila Area , Al-ayyoubbie T. Sabban

Investigating the effect of geotextile as reinforcement on the bearing capacity of granular soil , John Carlo R. Samarita

Recycled gypsum and rice husk ash as additives in the stabilization of expansive soil , Jomari F. Tan

Evaluation of the correlation of the contractors bid variance and its performance rating in the implementation of DPWH projects under a lowest calculated and responsive bid (LCRB) awarding system , Cherizalyn M. Unabia

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

Flood risk based analysis and its impact to the strawberry fileds of La Trinidad, Benguet , Dexter Hansel C. Apnoyan

An evaluation of DPWH monitoring and reporting program on projects implemented by DPWH - Bicol Region , Erika Joy C. Banguilan

Development of a seismic evacuation safety index (ESI) for public schools , Jan Mae N. Cariño

Fly-ash-based geopolymer as stabilizer form embankment materials , Edward Ephrem T. Codilla II

A new approach in determining the tensile strength of bamboo perpendicular to the fiber , Carlo Dominic U. Dela Cruz

A two-level seismic vulnerability screening of school buildings considering the post-disaster functional asset value: PSU as case study , Rizalyn C. Ilumin

Rehabilitation of existing reinforced concrete fire tank (330 m3) and domestic water tank (860 m3) of Eton Tower Makati in Makati City, Philippines , Rainier Cruz Marcelino

Flood hazard zoning of Tarlac City: Towards the development of flood overlay zones and provisions , Murphy P. Mohammed

Structural assessment of a 6-storey academic school building , Ma. Cynthia M. Ong

Assessment on the National Hydrologic Data Collection Program (NHDCP) of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPHW) , Mikka Angelique Serrano Padilla

An assessment of the approved variation orders in DPWH-implemented projects , Andrea Mae R. Quiniquini

Public utility jeepney demand and supply analysis: The case of Baguio City, Philippines , Lovely L. Rañosa

Slope stability assessment of Carabao Mountain in Baguio City , Eleazar H. Santiago

Estimating trip attraction rates of schools and malls in the city of Dagupan , John T. Zamora

Theses/Dissertations from 2016 2016

Hydrologic analysis for the modification of four earth dams and reservoirs in Hawaii , Marlon Bryan R. Palisoc

Theses/Dissertations from 2015 2015

Numerical Investigation on the effects of local damage to the dynamic properties of buildings using limited vibration data , Kristian Lawrence Villar Caringal

Artificial neural network modeling of rheological parameters and compressive strength of self-compacting concrete with zeolite mineral as partial replacement for cement , Stephen John C. Clemente

Proposed methodology on performance-based assessment and retrofit of reinforced concrete heritage buidlings with case studies on selected heritage buildings in the Philippines , Marabelle R. Del Prado

Mode shift behavior of bus passengers to rail system under improved rail operations , Germaine Ann Chang Dilay

Development of volume delay functions for trip assignment in Metro Manila , Jiaan Regis G. Gesalem

A study on the performance of GI roof on wood purlins subjected to extreme wind loads , Sam Jovinson D. Lim

Development of a reference for seismic amplification: The case of Metro Manila , Carlo Joshua M. Macaraeg

Strength properties of cemented-pastebackil materials mixed with mining wastes , Wincent Nicole K. Pabilona

Seismic analysis of a bridge structure on liquefiable deposits using a spatially varying ground motion , Danniel Jerome B. Ramos

Evaluation of properties of pervious concrete with fly ash and bottom ash , Jeffrey M. Tepace

Public transport demand modeling for Metro Manila , Sean Johnlee Q. Ting

Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

Development of a probabilistic liquefaction potential map for Metro Manila , Renz Anderson Dologuin Chua

Mode choice analysis of urban trips in Iloilo City, Philippines , Frederick Lloyd A. Sosuan

Theses/Dissertations from 2013 2013

Analysis of early-age cracking in thin steam-cured precast concrete elements , Karlo Garcia Gino

Application of response surface methodology: Optimum mix design of concrete with slag as coarse aggregate , Rhea Espinosa Regulacion

Mode choice analysis of inter-island passenger travel from Iloilo to Negros Occidental, Philippines , Krister Ian Daniel Zafra Roquel

Generation of strong earthquake accelerograms using the particle filter with richter magnitude, source depth & epicentre distance as model parameters , Patrick B. Taclibon

Development of systematic partnering for Chinese contractors in international construction projects , Wu Yibao

Theses/Dissertations from 2012 2012

Strength properties of road base materials blended with waste limestones , Lydia Francisca T. Dychangco

Strength and permeability characteristics of road base materials blended with fly ash and bottom ash , Julie Ann L. Jao

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Civil & Environmental Engineering Graduate Handbook

Table of Contents

Updated: Spring 2024

• Program description
• Degree requirements
• Transfer credits

Timeline for degree completion

• Committee selection guideline
• Qualifying and comprehensive exams
• Thesis requirements (and / or non-thesis option)

Graduate assistantship

Health insurance, graduate student association.

• Graduate school forms

Acknowledgments

• Guidelines: Checklist M.S. / Ph.D. thesis / dissertation using papers

Program Description

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) offers a broad fundamental graduate education that emphasizes the creative and analytical skills necessary for the advancement and protection of the world’s infrastructure and environment. CEE graduate students will be tasked with supplying clean water, controlling pollution, and designing and building resilient and sustainable transportation and public works infrastructure to support the growing world while meeting the challenges imposed by natural hazards and climate change. Students from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds will be needed for their unique perspectives in developing viable solutions to our infrastructure and environmental challenges. The CEE graduate program provides the opportunity to work with faculty members who specialize in various areas. We prepare our graduates to take full advantage of diverse job opportunities that support infrastructure and other engineering development, and maintenance of the built environment.

Program/Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

Our CEE graduates will have:

• An ability to apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
• An ability to design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply and disseminate the data.
• An understanding of research methodology.

Graduate Degrees and Tracks Offered

The CEE Department offers the following degree programs:

• Thesis option (Plan A)
• Non- thesis option (Plan B)

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Civil and Environmental Engineering

Graduate director and contact information.

The CEE graduate director oversees all aspects of graduate education within the department. Some of the graduate director’s activities include:

• Overseeing (a) the admissions process; (b) ensuring admission of highly qualified applicants with due consideration given to CEE graduate admission requirements; and (c) requesting and justifying admission of applicants not meeting minimum University and CEE requirements;
• reviewing and approving programs of study and the composition of advisory/examining committees;
• reviewing and approving acceptance of transfer credits;
• graduate student recruitment and promotion of the graduate program; and
• mediating in conflicts between graduate students and their advisor.

Contact information of the CEE graduate director: Keri L. Ryan, Ph.D. E.W. McKenzie Foundation Endowed Professor Dept. of Civil & Environmental Engineering University of Nevada, Reno 1664 N. Virginia St., MS 0258 Reno, NV 89557 Ph.: (775) 784-6928; Fax: (775) 784-1390 e-mail: [email protected]

Note: This handbook lists graduate program academic policies and procedures. It includes information on graduate school policies, degree requirements, timeline for degree completion, committee selection guidelines and comprehensive exam/thesis requirements. Every effort has been made to make this handbook accurate as of the date of publication; however, this handbook does not constitute a contractual commitment. Graduate programs may not offer all of the courses as described, and policies are subject to yearly review and changes with program director and Graduate Council approval. All forms referenced in the handbook are summarized with direct links in Section 12.

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Degree Requirements

M.s. in civil and environmental engineering.

The CEE Department offers an integrated course of study covering the theory, implementation, and design for those seeking the degree of M.S. in CEE. Graduate students seeking the M.S. degree are given the opportunity, with the help of a graduate advisor, to perform research through the “thesis” option (Plan A) and/or to take coursework focused on an area of specialization; the latter can be achieved through the “coursework only” option (Plan B). The credit requirements for each option are provided below.

While it is not necessary for students to immediately decide which option to take, it is important that the students pursuing either option meet frequently with their graduate advisor to seek advice and consultation as they proceed in their endeavors. If an assistantship has been assigned, the person who is responsible for your assistantship is often the graduate advisor (equivalent to the Thesis Committee chair). Those without an assistantship or Plan B students should also select a graduate advisor (Examination Committee chair) from their chosen subarea of specialization. By the end of second semester the student should submit – Declaration of Advisor/Major Advisor/Committee Chair form to the Graduate School.

Students should meet with their graduate advisors prior to every semester to select courses that fulfill the requirements of the programs of study. The core and elective courses vary depending on the subarea of specialization selected within the CEE Department, and students should consult the catalog listing for their selected area of specialization. The graduate advisor will help with the selection of those courses. More details on the timeline of various activities that need to be undertaken are described in Section 4.0 and summarized in Appendix A.

For both options of M.S. degree, the following University polices/requirements apply: (1) Maximum of 6 credits may be taken as S/U grading; (2) Maximum of 12 credits (including transfer credits) may be completed prior to admission to the graduate program; (3) All requirements (credits) for degree (including transfer credits) must be completed within six years immediately preceding the awarding of the M.S. degree; and (4) Students should be continuously enrolled with a minimum of 3 graduate course credits in each of the fall and spring semesters.

The student should work with their graduate advisor to select an Examination Committee and submit a Program of Study by the end of the semester prior to graduation. Details on the composition of the Examination Committee and its role are presented in Section 5.0.

M.S. Plan A: Thesis Option

This option requires a minimum of 26 credits that includes:

• minimum 20 credits from coursework, of which, no more than 2 credits are from CEE 750, and
• 3 - 6 thesis credits

To comply with the Graduate School's requirements, students must take:

• minimum 9 course credits at the 700-level
• minimum 18 credits earned at the University of Nevada, Reno

M.S. Plan B: Courses-only Option

• maximum 2 credits of CEE 750
• enrollment in CEE 795 for 0 credits in final semester of study
• minimum 12 credits at the 700-level

The CEE Department requires that students pass an oral comprehensive exam in the final semester of study conducted by the examination committee. The details of the Comprehensive Exam are described in Section 6

A Ph.D. degree emphasizes an advanced knowledge of Civil and Environmental Engineering. The CEE Department offers an in-depth, cutting-edge curriculum for those graduate students seeking the Ph.D. degree. Students are involved in substantial original research, and in advancing scientific knowledge in specific areas.

It is important that the students pursuing a Ph.D. meet frequently with their graduate advisor (Ph.D. Committee chair) to seek advice and consultation as they proceed in their endeavors. If an assistantship has been assigned, the person who is responsible for your assistantship is often the graduate advisor (Ph.D. Committee chair). Students without an assistantship also should select a graduate advisor from their chosen subarea of specialization. The student should work very closely with the graduate advisor when selecting the needed courses and proceeding with the requirements of the program of study.

Ph.D. Credit Requirements

The credit requirements for the doctoral program in CEE are the following:

A Ph.D. requires a minimum of 62 graduate credits beyond a B.S. degree and the requirements include:

• minimum 38 credits from coursework; and for the coursework credit, maximum of 22 graduate credits (grade B or better) from a completed master’s degree program or previous post-baccalaureate work may be applied towards the program (including grad special and transfer, the total cannot be more than 22 credits). There is no limit on the number of units transferred when students earn their master’s en route to Ph.D. in a University doctoral program.
• minimum coursework shall include a maximum 2 credits from CEE 750
• minimum 18 course credits at 700-level. As many as 18 of these credits may be used from a master’s degree program.
• minimum 24 dissertation credits

For Ph.D., the following additional University requirements apply: (1) Full residency requirement that specifies two consecutive semesters (fall/spring or spring/fall) of at least 6 graduate credits each; (2) All requirements (credits) for degree, excluding prerequisite graduate course work or master’s degree, must be completed within eight years immediately preceding the awarding of the degree; and (3) Students should be continuously enrolled with a minimum of 3 graduate course credits in each of the fall and spring semesters.

Elements of Ph.D. Program

The Ph.D. program has important elements that include: (1) Qualifying exam; and (2) Comprehensive exam. The Qualifying exam is administered by the subarea faculty and varies according to the chosen specialization. The student should work with the graduate advisor and complete the Ph.D. Qualifying exam, preferably within the first year. The student's Ph.D. Dissertation Committee should be formed after the successful completion of the Qualifying exam and after the completion of about 12 credits. Details on the composition of the Ph.D. Dissertation Committee and their role are presented in Section 5. The Program of Study form should be completed in the final semester of graduate coursework, and before completion of the Comprehensive exam. The Ph.D. Comprehensive exam is described in detail in Section 6. The Ph.D. program concludes with a public dissertation defense, the details of which are described in Section 7. For easy review and follow up, all program requirements and milestones are summarized in CEE M.S. and Ph.D. / Graduate Program Guidelines presented in Appendix A

Transfer Credits

Transfer credits are credits transferred from another institution. Credits completed at the University in another program or as a graduate special do not need to be transferred. Transfer credit is requested on the Graduate Credit Transfer Evaluation Request form available at the Graduate School website and must be signed by the student, major advisor, and graduate director. Only courses with a grade of "C" or better may be transferred to a master's program; only courses with a grade of "B" or better may be transferred to a doctoral program. Transfer credits applied to a master’s program must comply with the time limitation on master’s program (6 years). Thus, if a student took a course five years prior to admission, they would have to complete the degree within one year for the course to apply to the degree. Credits from a completed master’s degree will be exempt from the 8-year time limitation for those students pursuing a doctoral degree. No more than 12 credits completed either prior to admission to a graduate program or transferred from another institution may be applied to a master's degree. For doctoral programs a maximum of 22 credits from a previously completed master's program or other post B.S. degree program may be applied.

Students must list each course for which they wish to receive transfer credit on the Graduate Credit Transfer Evaluation Request form. In the column labeled “Required Course,” if the transfer course is intended to substitute for a core or required course, list the course number. Otherwise, list 600 elective or 700 elective. All credits used to satisfy degree requirements for the master's degree, except thesis credits, may be eligible for transfer.

The following is a summary of the major degree completion milestones, forms to be completed, and suggested timelines for completion.

• If one has not been assigned, select and meet with your graduate advisor no later than the end of the first semester to select courses. Students in M.S. programs are strongly recommended to seek informal advising prior to course selection in the first semester.
• If applicable, complete the Graduate Credit Transfer Evaluation Request form.
• Ph.D. students: complete the Qualifying exam in the first year (recommended) and no later than the second year. There is no formal documentation of the Qualifying exam to the Graduate School.
• For M.S. students, completed form must be submitted to Graduate School by the end of the student’s second semester.
• For Ph.D. students, completed form must be submitted to Graduate School by the end of the student’s third semester.
• For M.S. students, completed form must be submitted to Graduate School by the end of the student’s third semester.
• For Ph.D. students, completed form must be submitted to Graduate School by the end of the student’s fourth semester.
• Ph.D. students: after completing course requirements, conducting some original research, and developing a research plan, take the Comprehensive exam. Submit the Doctoral degree admission to candidacy form
• For spring graduation: March 1
• For summer graduation: June 1
• For fall graduation: Oct. 1
• Complete the thesis defense (M.S. Plan A), oral comprehensive exam (M.S. Plan B), or dissertation defense (Ph.D.), and submit the Notice of Completion. See the University’s Graduate School website for submission deadlines corresponding to target completion semester.
• Notice of Completion: Master’s Degree form. Note: student should input the exam date as well as the thesis title if applicable.
• Notice of Completion: Doctoral Degree form.
• If applicable, submit your final M.S. thesis or Ph.D. dissertation along with the Master’s Final Review Approval form or Doctoral Final Review Approval form.
• Complete the Exit Survey after all degree requirements have been completed.

The above forms are regularly updated and they can be accessed through the University’s Graduate School website. A pdf version of each form is available for inspection, but the Docusign version of the form must be used for official submission to the Graduate School. Note that on all forms, the “program” should be declared as Civil and Environmental Engineering (not the subarea specialization).

To facilitate easy review and follow up, above information is included in the summary sheet titled CEE M.S. and Ph.D. Graduate Program Guidelines  and is presented in Appendix A.

Committee Selection Guidelines

M.s. thesis advisory committee.

For the thesis option (i.e., Plan A), the advisory committee should consist of at least 3 members and the committee must be formed no later than at the end of third semester. The M.S. Advisory/Examining committees should consist of members of the graduate faculty. A listing of eligible graduate faculty can be obtained at the website Graduate faculty listing policies and procedures . Of these, 2 faculty members — who do not have to be from the student’s department — represent the student’s area of specialization, and 1 faculty member is selected to serve as the Graduate School representative.

The Graduate School representative must be from outside the candidate’s department, not necessarily outside the college. For each member of the Graduate School faculty, an affiliated department(s) is listed and the faculty member may not be the Graduate School representative for the candidate’s department.

Students may request the appointment of a committee member from the faculty of another university or from a relevant discipline or profession, provided the prospective member has achieved a record of distinction. They are approved as an “additional inside member.” Any member outside of the University may not serve as the Graduate School representative. Formal approval of the student’s advisory/examining committee is made by the Graduate dean.

In the case of interdisciplinary/inter-department degree programs, the committee may consist entirely of faculty from that interdisciplinary/inter-department provided that the role of the Graduate School representative can be filled by a graduate faculty member who holds an academic appointment in a department different from that of the chair of the committee.

The Advisory/Examining Committee approves the student’s program of study and guides the students through their graduate program. The students should maintain close contact with their committee, keeping them informed of the progress and allowing them ample time to review drafts of the student’s thesis. The students should be aware of their schedules when trying to arrange committee meetings and thesis defense. Note that it is the student’s responsibility to make these arrangements.

M.S. Plan B Advisory Committee

The Graduate School does not require assembly of an Advisory Committee for M.S. Plan B students. However, the CEE Department requires assembly of a minimum 2-member committee to administer the Oral Comprehensive exam. The committee consists of the Graduate advisor (committee chair) and one other faculty member, both of whom must be eligible Graduate faculty. Some of the programs (areas of specialization) may have additional requirements. The committee must be formed no later than the semester prior to graduation.

Ph.D. Advisory/Examining Committee

Advisory/Examining committees for Ph.D. students consist of at least 5 members of the Graduate faculty and they are: the committee chair/ primary advisory; at least 2 faculty members from the student’s major department; at least 1 faculty member from a department in a field related to the student’s major; and 1 Graduate School representative. The Ph.D. Advisory/Examining committees should consist of members of the Graduate faculty. A listing of eligible Graduate faculty can be obtained at the website Graduate faculty listing policies and procedures .

The committee must be formed no later than end of fourth semester. For students going directly from the bachelor’s degree to the Ph.D., the Advisory/Examining Committee should be formed prior to the completion of 24 units in graduate courses. Students entering a Ph.D. program with a master’s degree should form the Advisory/Examining Committee within the third semester of enrollment.

The Graduate School representative must be from outside the candidate’s department, not necessarily outside the college. For each member of the Graduate School faculty, an affiliated department(s) is listed and the faculty member may not be the Graduate School representative for the candidate’s department. For a doctoral degree, the “faculty member from a department in a field related to the student’s major department” could be from the CEE Department but must be outside the candidate’s subarea of the CEE Department.

Students may request the appointment of a committee member from the faculty of another university or from a relevant discipline or profession, provided the prospective member has achieved a record of distinction. They are approved as an “additional inside member.” Any member outside of the University may not serve as the Graduate School representative. Formal approval of the student’s Advisory/Examining Committee is made by the Graduate Dean.

The Advisory/Examining Committee approves the student’s program of study and guides the student through his or her graduate program. The student should maintain close contact with his or her committee, keeping them informed of the progress and allowing them ample time to review drafts of the student’s dissertation. The student should be aware of his or her schedules when trying to arrange committee meetings and thesis defense. Note that it is the student’s responsibility to make these arrangements.

For easy review and follow up, above information is included in the summary titled CEE M.S. and Ph.D. Graduate Program Guidelines and presented in Appendix A.

Qualifying and Comprehensive Exams

M.s. plan b comprehensive exam.

M.S. Plan B students must pass an oral comprehensive exam in their final semester. The exam is administered by the Advisory/Examining Committee (see Section 5). The exam can cover topics in any/all of the courses that the student has taken; however, questions are likely to be weighted toward topics taught by members of the Examining Committee. Students can request guidance for preparation from the Examining Committee members. 

Students should enroll in CEE 795 for 0 credits in the final semester and list CEE 795 on their program of study. Students are responsible to schedule the exam, and are advised to contact their graduate advisor no later than Nov. 1 for fall graduation and April 1 for spring graduation to select a date and time. Once students have successfully completed their comprehensive exam, they should submit a Master’s Notice of Completion found on the website Graduate School forms and policies . 

Ph.D. Qualifying Exam

The Ph.D. Qualifying exam is generally taken within the first year, administered by program areas as follows: 

• Content: Core program areas with questions from appropriate program faculty (determined at discretion of primary advisor). 
• Format: 1-day (8 hours), open book/notes, passing score ≥ 70% for each section; only 1 re-take allowed with passing score ≥ 75% required for failed sections. Programs may recommend additional preparation steps to develop competency. 

Students should inquire about requirements for each program specialization area.

Ph.D. Comprehensive Exam

The Ph.D. Comprehensive exam should be taken after completing course requirements, conducting some original research, and developing a research plan. It is recommended that the Comprehensive exam be taken at least one year before final defense and completion of degree, to allow more opportunity for the committee to be involved in the dissertation work. The Comprehensive exam consists of both a written and oral component, which are described as follows:

• Dissertation Proposal – The proposal provides the committee with a comprehensive presentation of the dissertation objectives, background and justification, the work completed to date, and a plan for future work. 
• Content: Core program areas with questions from examining committee and program faculty (determined at the discretion of primary advisor); 
• Format: 7-day, open book/notes, passing score ≥ 70% for each section; for sections with a grade < 70%, remedial work or additional requirements determined by the examining committee; only 1 re-take will be allowed on sections of the exam with grades < 70%; student must receive > 75% on the re-take sections. 
• Research Proposal – An original research proposal developed and written by the student that has been prepared for an agency. 
• Research Paper - An original research paper developed and written by the student for a journal or conference where the paper will be reviewed. The paper may be part of the student’s Ph.D. dissertation. 
• Presentation of dissertation proposal (May be open to the public)
• Questions on dissertation proposal and area of general study (Committee members only) 

After successful completion of the Comprehensive exam, the Ph.D. student is eligible for advancement to candidacy. According to University regulations, admission to candidacy confirms that a student has successfully completed the departmental course requirements and University residency requirements. In order to gain admission to candidacy, a student must also maintain a minimum 3.0 average in all graduate coursework. 

The Doctoral Degree Admission to Candidacy form needs to be submitted to the graduate school with the approval of the student’s advisory committee, graduate director of the program and the Graduate Dean must approve the form.

Thesis requirements (and/or non-thesis option)

M.s. thesis and defense.

When Plan A is chosen, an M.S. thesis must be written and defended. A thesis can also consist of professional papers either previously published or being published concurrently with the submission of the thesis. CEE Guidelines for thesis using papers option is presented in Appendix B. A defense must be held as a public oral examination, which is announced via posting or electronic mail at least one week in advance. The announcement must include the title and abstract of the work, the date, time and place of the exam, and the names of the student and of the committee chair.

Students should consult the thesis and dissertation filing guidelines prior to writing the thesis. Once students have successfully defended their thesis, they should submit a Master’s Notice of Completion found on the website Graduate School forms and policies . Upon final submission of the thesis, students should submit the Master’s Final Review Approval , signed by the graduate advisor.

Ph.D. Dissertation and Defense

A dissertation involving original research in CEE completes the Ph.D. program. A dissertation can consist of a number of professional papers either previously published or being published concurrently with the submission of the dissertation. CEE Guidelines for dissertation using papers option is presented in Appendix B. A dissertation defense must be held as a public oral examination, which is announced via posting and electronic mail at least one week in advance. The announcement must include the title and abstract of the work, the date, time and place of the exam, and the names of the student and of the committee chair. A successful dissertation defense is reflected by no more than one negative vote from a member of the Advisory/Examining Committee. If two negative votes are cast – regardless of the total number of committee members – the defense is unsuccessful. At the discretion of the committee, the candidate may be permitted one additional attempt to conduct a successful defense.

Students should consult the thesis and dissertation filing guidelines prior to writing the dissertation. Once students have successfully defended their dissertation, they should submit a Doctoral Notice of Completion found on the website Graduate School forms and policies . Upon final submission of the dissertation, students should submit the Doctoral Final Review Approval , signed by the graduate advisor.

Graduate assistantship positions are offered through various programs and are paid by grants or state funds. During the time of the evaluation of your graduate study application you will be automatically considered for a possible assistantship (TA or RA) based on the relative merit of your application. Factors such as: strength of credentials, relative merit with other applicants, funding need, alignment of interests with program scope or research opportunities will be considered. Currently, the GRE is not required, but encouraged for students who are seeking an assistantship. The CEE department does not offer any other opportunities such as internship or partial support, etc.

Students interested in TA or RA positions can also contact the CEE faculty for specific requirements. Most assistantship offers are made directly by individual faculty. Frequently, students are interviewed in advance of the application deadline and encouraged to apply. However, positions that become available after the application cycle are often filled from among the application pool. Information on CEE faculty’s research areas is available on the department's website. The Graduate School is responsible for approval of graduate assistantships after a department has requested the initiation of a contract. Note that an application can be evaluated with unofficial transcripts but students will need to provide official documents prior to being formally admitted. Unofficial GRE scores are accepted since the department no longer requires GRE for admission. All positions are contingent upon available funding.

Graduate assistants perform a variety of duties from teaching undergraduate classes to grading papers, to conducting research. Teaching assistants receive special teaching-skills training through mandatory GRAD 701S course. Further resources for excellence in teaching, including support for technology, course design and delivery, and online learning are offered and maintained by the Office of Digital Learning . All graduate students holding an assistantship (teaching GTA or GRA) are considered Nevada residents for tuition purposes. Depending on the appointment number of hours per week, a portion of the registration fees and health insurance are waived. Students are still responsible for fees, including a College of Engineering differential fee of $100/credit. Non-resident tuition is only waived for the duration of the assistantship. To be eligible for an assistantship, students must be admitted to a degree-granting program and be in good academic standing. The student must have an overall GPA of at least 3.0 and must be continuously enrolled in at least 6 graduate level credits (600-700) throughout the duration of the assistantship. State-funded assistantships (GTA/GRA) may be held for a maximum of: three (3) years for master’s degree students and five (5) years for doctoral degree students.

Please also refer to the most updated information on graduate assistantships from the Graduate School website on graduate assistantships and the Graduate assistant handbook .

Graduate Employment: Rights and Responsibilities

Graduate assistants play an invaluable role in the University’s instruction and research endeavors. In their roles as graduate assistants, graduate students are treated with respect as junior colleagues, and receive guidance in the performance of their duties as necessary. Graduate assistants are classified as professional employees, as such they do not work according to the clock, but rather, according to performance of a specified job. Graduate assistants work on average 20 hours per week for a 0.5 FTE employee.

Graduate students have the right to fair and equitable treatment as employees ( University of Nevada, Reno general catalog-Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity statement . Graduate assistants have the right to discuss and clarify the conditions of their employment and expected workload with their supervisor. Graduate assistants have the right to expect the work requirements to be consistent with professional expectations. Consequently, graduate assistants should not be assigned, as part of their employment, inappropriate work tasks as house-sitting, babysitting, etc. by their supervisor.

Responsibilities

As professional employees, graduate assistants should conduct themselves appropriately (dress, collegial relations, punctuality, dependability, etc.) in the work situation. As professional employees, graduate assistants will strive to fulfill the agreed upon work obligations. As professional employees, graduate assistants have the responsibility to report inappropriate work expectations or working conditions to the associate dean of the Graduate School and/or other appropriate campus entities.

All domestic degree seeking graduate students, who are enrolled in six or more credits (regardless of the course level) in a semester, will be automatically enrolled and billed for the University sponsored health insurance for each term they are eligible (fall & spring/summer). If a student has other comparable coverage and would like to waive out of the student health insurance, it is the student’s responsibility to complete the University online waiver form prior to the deadline. If approved, a health insurance waiver is good for the current academic year only. A new waiver must be submitted each academic year. All international graduate students are required to carry student health insurance, and the cost will be automatically added to your student account. Any international graduate students with insurance questions must contact the Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) resource webpage directly.

See also: Information on Graduate health insurance

Academic Status 

All graduate students must maintain a cumulative graduate GPA of 3.0. If their GPA drops below 3.0 they are either placed on probation or dismissed. Undergraduate courses will not count towards graduate GPA. 

• Probation: students whose cumulative graduate GPA is between 2.99 and 2.31 are put on probation. Students are placed on academic probation for one semester. If they fail to raise their cumulative GPA to 3.0 by the end of one semester, they are dismissed from their graduate program. Thesis, dissertation, S/U graded credits, and transfer credits have no impact on a student’s GPA. 
• Dismissal: students whose cumulative graduate GPA is 2.30 or lower are dismissed from graduate standing. Dismissed students are no longer in a graduate program but may take graduate-level courses as a Grad Special. Students wishing to complete their degree must obtain approval to take graduate-level courses, raise their graduate GPA to at least 3.0 and then re-apply to a graduate program. Any courses taken to raise their GPA will be included in the graduate special/transfer credit limitation (12 credits for master’s degrees). 
• Please review the Graduate School’s Academic Standing and Dismissal Policy .

Continuous Enrollment 

To maintain “good standing” all graduate students are required to enroll in a minimum of three (3) graduate credits each fall and spring semester until they graduate. International students may be required to enroll in nine graduate credits each fall and spring semester depending on the requirements of their visa. All students holding assistantships (whether teaching or research assistantships) are required to enroll in a minimum of six (6) graduate credits each semester they hold the assistantship. 

Enrollment Limitations 

In each fall and spring semester graduate students may not enroll in more than 16 graduate credits. In each summer session graduate students may not enroll in more than 6 graduate credits. In each semester they hold an assistantship, graduate assistants must enroll in at least 6 and may not enroll in more than 12 graduate credits. 

Leave of Absence 

Students in good standing may request a leave of absence by completing a Leave of Absence form during which time they are not required to maintain continuous registration. Usually, a leave of absence is approved for one or two semesters. The leave of absence request may be extended by the student filing an additional leave of absence form. Students applying for a leave of absence should not have any “incomplete” grades which could be changed to “F” and have a detrimental impact on their cumulative GPA. Requests for leave of absences must be received by the Graduate School no later than the last day of enrollment for the semester the leave is to begin. Time spent on an approved leave is included in the time allowed to complete the degree, i.e. six calendar years for the master’s degree and eight calendar years for the doctoral degree. That is, the clock doesn’t stop. 

Reinstatement 

When a student has been absent for one semester or more without an approved leave of absence, he or she may request reinstatement via the Notice of Reinstatement to Graduate Standing form. This form allows the program the option to recommend the student be re-admitted to their graduate program based on their previous admission, OR require the student to re-apply for admission which would require students to submit a new application for admission and pay the application fee. The Notice of Reinstatement to Gradate Standing must be received by the Graduate School no later than the last day of enrollment for the semester the reinstatement is to begin. 

Good Standing 

Each graduate course must be completed with a grade of “C” or better for the credit to be acceptable toward an advanced degree. In addition, students must maintain good standing with an overall graduate credit GPA of at least 3.0 on a scale of 4.0. 

Getting an M.S. while Pursuing a Ph.D. 

If a student who is currently enrolled in the Ph.D. program wants to earn an M.S. en route then the student needs to complete a master’s degree program of study. The graduate director will then send a memo to the grad school informing them of this request and the student can then apply for graduation. For either option (thesis, non-thesis) students will only be able to use 26 credits towards the Ph.D. If they take the thesis option (i.e., Plan A), the 6 thesis credits cannot be used towards dissertation credits. 

Completing Two Degrees Simultaneously 

Students may choose to complete two master’s degrees at the same time, or complete a master’s degree while working on a doctoral program in a different discipline. Students may not complete two doctoral programs simultaneously. When completing two master’s degrees at the same time, the student must apply and be accepted to each graduate program; must submit a separate program of study for each degree; must form two separate advisory committees with no more than one member in common; and have no more than 9 credits in common with each program of study. 

Changing Advisors 

It can happen that your research interests change over time or that the relationship with your current advisor has changed. Any student is free to change advisors, but changing earlier in your career is generally easier than later. If you are thinking about switching advisors, you can accomplish this the best if you adopt an attitude of respect for the person who initially advised you or recruited you to come to the University. 

The following are general guidelines for switching advisors: 

• Talk to the graduate director. The graduate director represents the interests of the graduate students and s/he can help you make a better decision whether switching advisors would be good for you. The graduate director can also try to mediate between you and your advisor and help you better understand the pros and cons of changing advisors. This advice is especially important if you are attempting to change advisors near the final phase of your graduate program. 
• Decide whether you want to switch advisors (do not approach other faculty before deciding). 
• Decide whether you could work with two advisors. 
• Try to work through any differences with your current advisor. Express to your advisor why you are considering a change, discuss whether his/her expectations of you are realistic, and whether they are open to adjusting. 
• You can lose your RA or TA position. Switching advisors is not a guarantee you can maintain your TA position. 
• You may need to find a new research topic as continuing your existing research with a new advisor is only acceptable with permission of your old advisor. 
• You may receive an unsatisfactory on thesis/dissertation credits that you are currently taking or a failing grade on an independent study with your current advisor if you do not complete your advisors’ expectation for that semester. 
• If you are a Ph.D. student and you have enough credits you may consider graduating with a M.S. degree on your old research topic before starting a new research topic with a new advisor. 
• Frame your approach with positive information, such as new interests and new possibilities. Be professional at all times. 
• Focus discussions on your interests and goals and not on negative incidents or difficulties. 
• Avoid doing or saying anything that could have negative ramifications for your future career. 
• Notify your current advisor and discuss and arrange a timeframe for completing any remaining work with your current advisor before the switch takes place. 
• Arrange a meeting with your new and old advisor to discuss your new topic of research and or overlap on publications in your thesis/dissertation. 
• Regarding Intellectual property claims, carefully consider the University’s intellectual property policy . 
• Complete or update any formal paperwork that contains information about your advisor, e.g., advisory forms etc.

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Appendix A - CEE M.S. and Ph.D. Graduate Program Guidelines and Timelines

NOTE: The above University Graduate School forms are regularly updated and they can be accessed through University’s Graduate School website Graduate School forms and policies .

Forms are identified by names used below and throughout this handbook, and must be submitted electronically through Docusign.

M.S. Degree

Plan a - thesis.

26 total credits - 6 thesis and 20 course credits (maximum 2 credits CEE 750), minimum of 12 course credits at 700 level

• Meet advisor about courses (select permanent advisor by end of 1st semester) – Declaration of Advisor/Major Advisor/Committee Chair form must be submitted to the Graduate School no later than the end of the second semester.
• Establish Advisory Committee – necessary for Program of Study form.
• Submit Program of Study form (no later than the 3rd semester and 1 semester prior to graduation).
• Complete courses and research requirements.
• Apply for graduation in MyNevada (early in final semester).
• Defend thesis (during final semester), submit Master’s Notice of Completion form.
• Submit thesis and the Master’s Final Review Approval form.

Plan B – Course Work Only

26 total course credits (maximum 2 credits CEE 750), minimum of 12 course credits at 700 level

• Meet advisor about courses (select permanent advisor by end of 1st semester). Submit the Declaration of Advisor/Major Advisor/Committee Chair form (no later than the end of the second semester and 1 semester prior to graduation).
• Establish Examining Committee (after completion of 12 credits) – necessary for Program of Study form.
• Submit Program of Study form (no later than the third semester and 1 semester prior to graduation).
• Complete course requirements.
• Register for CEE 795 for 0 credits in the final semester. Complete oral comprehensive exam during final semester, work with Advisor to schedule. Submit Master’s Notice of Completion form.

Ph.D. Degree

62 total credits – 24 dissertation and 38 course credits (maximum 2 credits CEE 750), minimum of 18 course credits at 700 level, maximum of 22 transfer credits.

• Content: Core program areas with questions from appropriate program faculty (determined at discretion of primary advisor).
• Format: 1-day (8 hours), open book/notes, passing score ≥ 70% for each section; only 1 re-take allowed with passing score ≥ 75% required for failed sections. Programs may recommend additional preparation steps to develop competency.
• Establish Advisory/Examining Committee (after completing step 1 and completion of 12 credits) – Declaration of Advisor/Major Advisor/Committee Chair form must be submitted to the Graduate School no later than the 3rd semester.
• Submit Program of Study form (no later than fourth semester).
• Complete Comprehensive Exam for admission to candidacy (after completion of courses, independent research, and development of a research plan), a written and oral portion is required. Submit the Doctoral Degree Admission to Candidacy form.
• Complete research requirements.
• Apply for Graduation in MyNevada (early in final semester).
• Defend dissertation (during final semester), submit Doctoral Notice of Completion form.
• Submit dissertation and the Doctoral Final Review Approval form.

The Ph.D. Committee chair (advisor), working with the Ph.D. Committee, selects one of the following options.

• Dissertation Proposal – The proposal provides the committee with a comprehensive presentation of the dissertation objectives, background and justification, the work completed to date, and a plan for future work.
• Content: Core program areas with questions from Examining Committee and program faculty (determined at discretion of primary advisor)
• Format: 7-day, open book/notes, passing score ≥ 70% for each section; for sections with a grade < 70%, remedial work or additional requirements determined by Examining Committee; only 1 re-take will be allowed on sections of the exam with grades < 70%; student must receive > 75% on the re-take sections
• Research Proposal – An original research proposal developed and written by the student that has been prepared for an agency.
• Research Paper - An original research paper developed and written by the student for a journal or conference where the paper will be reviewed. The paper may be part of the student’s Ph.D. dissertation.
• Presentation of dissertation proposal (may be open to the public)
• Questions on dissertation proposal and area of general study (committee members only)

Composition of Graduate Committee

Master of science.

Advisory/Examining committees consist of at least 3 members of the Graduate faculty. Of these, 2 faculty members, not necessarily from the student’s department, represent the student’s area of specialization and 1 faculty member is selected to serve as the Graduate School representative.

Doctoral Degree

Advisory/Examining committees consist of at least 5 members of the Graduate faculty and they are: the committee chair/ primary advisory; at least 2 faculty members from the student’s major department; at least 1 faculty member from a department in a field related to the student’s major; and at least 1 Graduate School representative.

For students going directly from the bachelor’s degree to the Ph.D., the Advisory/Examining Committee should be formed prior to the completion of 24 units in graduate courses. Students entering a Ph.D. program with a master’s degree should form the Advisory/Examining Committee during their first semester of enrollment.

Committee Members

The Graduate School representative must be from outside the candidate’s department, not necessarily outside the college. For each member of the Graduate School faculty , an affiliated department(s) is listed and the faculty member may not be the Graduate School representative for the candidate’s department. For a doctoral degree, the “faculty member from a department in a field related to the student’s major department” could be from the CEE Department but must be outside the candidate’s subarea of the CEE Department.

APPENDIX B - CEE Guidelines for M.S. Thesis and Ph.D. Dissertation using Papers

• The Introductory chapter of the Thesis/Dissertation should include: (1) Introduction to Thesis topic, objective and justification; (2) Brief Literature Review that puts the work in the context of past work; (3) Brief Description and Methodology; (4) Clearly indicate the status of the papers; (5) Contribution of the student should be clear and substantial (preferably as a percentage above 65 or so) for those papers that have multiple authors; and (5) Discussion of the “Connecting Theme” as to how the papers are interrelated and at the same time are distinct in their nature of the contents (i.e., limited overlap) of the papers.
• It is recommended that a subsequent chapter be included that provides a complete literature review, description of methodology, and as needed further details of “Connecting Theme”.
• All published and submitted papers should be either Peer-Reviewed Journal or highly-regarded “Complete Paper Peer-Reviewed Conference” publications. These papers shall be included as individual chapters of the thesis/dissertation. Papers shall have a submission date after the admission to University Grad School. All papers must have been submitted for review at the time of thesis/dissertation submission. The order of the authors is not relevant, but the level of contribution (indicated by percentage of contribution) by the student is important. Total number of papers should be at least three for Ph.D., of which one of them must have been published or accepted in a Peer-Reviewed Journal. The other two should have been submitted. For the M.S. Thesis, total number of papers should be at least one and it should have been submitted. The Student’s Graduate Thesis Committee must approve the Journals and highly-regarded Peer-Reviewed Conferences to which the papers have been submitted. The committee needs to appraise the quality of unpublished papers and the overlap. When applicable, responsibility for follow-up, revisions, etc., should be identified in a section at the end of such papers and this should be agreed upon by the student, co-authors involved, and the Thesis/Dissertation Committee members. In the case of Ph.D., the Graduate Dissertation Committee should be informed by dissertation advisor (chair) about the plan to submit the dissertation using the papers (preferably during the comprehensive exam time) along with the CEE Guidelines relative to this approach. If there are any changes, the committee should be informed by the primary advisor.
• As noted above, the M.S. or Ph.D. Thesis/Dissertation Committee needs to approve the quality of the published and submitted papers. The M.S./Ph.D. thesis checklist needs to be submitted to CEE graduate director when seeking signature on the Notice of Completion of Graduate Program Form .

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Lily Hanig , a recent Ph.D. graduate of Carnegie Mellon University's Department of Engineering and Public Policy (EPP), was the 2024 recipient of the Bhakta and Sushama Rath Graduate Award for her research in the equity and sustainability impacts of U.S. transportation disruptions.

This award recognizes a Ph.D. student in the College of Engineering or the Mellon College of Science whose research benefits U.S. industry or meets an important societal need.

The nomination highlighted Hanig’s skill in combining highly technical policy analysis with large data sets, then translating the findings back into the policy realm to to yield meaningful results.

“The theme of all of my papers is that they connect real-world policy related to transportation with large multiple data sets to do data analysis projects that give insight into policy from sustainability and equity perspectives,” Hanig explained. She saw the importance in analyzing external disruptions like the pandemic, as well as internal disruptions like technology changes and the transition to electric vehicles, to understand the equity impacts of both.

EPP was uniquely well-suited to these interests and skillsets.

“I wanted a program that was in engineering, with a technical focus that would give me the quantitative skills I needed, but I also cared about policy,” she said. “Any top engineering program could have given me the first part, but EPP is one of the only programs where you not only do technical analysis but look at policy implications, who is impacted, and how they are impacted.”

Hanig had also been impressed by Dr. Destenie Nock , who became her advisor in EPP, after the two met at a conference.

Nock, assistant professor in Civil & Environmental Engineering (CEE) and Engineering and Public Policy, and  Dr. Corey Harper , assistant professor in CEE and the Heinz School of Information Systems and Public Policy , served as co-chairs on Hanig’s thesis, titled " Planning for Equitable Outcomes During Periods of Disruption in the Transportation Sector ."

Hanig has accepted a senior energy analyst position on the PowerSIMM™ team at Ascend Analytics, where she will work in optimal energy portfolio management and resource planning.

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Elektrostal is a vibrant city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia. With a rich history, stunning architecture, and a thriving community, Elektrostal is a city that has much to offer. Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about different cultures, Elektrostal is sure to captivate you.

This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.

So, join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Elektrostal and discover what makes this city a true gem in the heart of Russia.

Key Takeaways:

• Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
• With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.

Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”

Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.

Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.

Boasts a rich industrial heritage.

Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.

Founded in 1916.

The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.

Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Known for its vibrant cultural scene.

Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A popular destination for nature lovers.

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.

Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.

Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.

Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.

Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Boasts excellent education facilities.

The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.

A center for scientific research and innovation.

Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy , materials science, and engineering.

Surrounded by picturesque lakes.

The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes , offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Well-connected transportation system.

Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.

Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.

Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.

Home to notable architectural landmarks.

Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.

Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.

Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Provides a high standard of healthcare.

Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.

Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.

The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.

A hub for sports enthusiasts.

Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.

Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.

Electric power played a significant role in its early development.

Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.

Boasts a thriving economy.

The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.

Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.

The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.

Popular destination for winter sports.

Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Promotes environmental sustainability.

Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.

Home to renowned educational institutions.

Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.

Committed to cultural preservation.

The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.

Hosts an annual International Film Festival.

The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.

Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.

Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development .

Offers a range of housing options.

Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.

Home to notable sports teams.

Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy , with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.

Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.

Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.

Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.

Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.

Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.

Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

Commemorates historical events.

The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.

Promotes sports and youth development.

Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.

Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.

Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.

The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.

Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.

The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.

A city with a bright future.

Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.

In conclusion, Elektrostal is a fascinating city with a rich history and a vibrant present. From its origins as a center of steel production to its modern-day status as a hub for education and industry, Elektrostal has plenty to offer both residents and visitors. With its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and proximity to Moscow, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this dynamic city. Whether you’re interested in exploring its historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local culture, Elektrostal has something for everyone. So, next time you find yourself in the Moscow region, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Elektrostal.

Q: What is the population of Elektrostal?

A: As of the latest data, the population of Elektrostal is approximately XXXX.

Q: How far is Elektrostal from Moscow?

A: Elektrostal is located approximately XX kilometers away from Moscow.

Q: Are there any famous landmarks in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to several notable landmarks, including XXXX and XXXX.

Q: What industries are prominent in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal is known for its steel production industry and is also a center for engineering and manufacturing.

Q: Are there any universities or educational institutions in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to XXXX University and several other educational institutions.

Q: What are some popular outdoor activities in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal offers several outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking in its beautiful parks.

Q: Is Elektrostal well-connected in terms of transportation?

A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.

Q: Are there any annual events or festivals in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including XXXX and XXXX.

Elektrostal's fascinating history, vibrant culture, and promising future make it a city worth exploring. For more captivating facts about cities around the world, discover the unique characteristics that define each city . Uncover the hidden gems of Moscow Oblast through our in-depth look at Kolomna. Lastly, dive into the rich industrial heritage of Teesside, a thriving industrial center with its own story to tell.

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