Experience

Education

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1. Ph.D. in Civil Engineering

   Jan 2022 – Sep 2026

   University of Alberta · CGPA 4.00

   Dissertation: “A Crowdsensing-Enabled Population-Based Structural Health Monitoring (CE-PBSHM) Framework Using Drive-by Measurements”
2. M.Sc. in Civil Engineering

   Jan 2020 – Dec 2021

   University of Alberta · CGPA 3.80

   Focus on imaging-based analysis and computer vision applications in civil engineering.
3. B.Sc. in Civil Engineering

   Sep 2014 – Jun 2019

   University of Manitoba · CGPA 3.70

   Developed foundational knowledge in civil engineering with early exposure to research through undergraduate research assistantship.

Research Experience

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1. PhD Research: Crowdsensing-Based Structural Health Monitoring

   Jan 2022 – Sep 2026

   University of Alberta

   Developed a scalable model for simultaneous multi-bridge monitoring using crowdsensing and big data analytics. This research represents a paradigm shift from traditional single-structure monitoring to population-based infrastructure assessment.
2. M.Sc. & Undergraduate Research: Imaging-Based Analysis and Computer Vision

   Sep 2015 – Dec 2021

   University of Alberta & University of Manitoba

   Developed and applied machine learning and computer vision techniques for infrastructure monitoring, including pavement condition assessment and crack detection in concrete structures.
3. Lab Safety Associate

   Jan 2024 – Sep 2026

   University of Alberta

   Ensured lab safety and protocol compliance during structural health monitoring experiments, managing laboratory equipment and coordinating experimental activities.
4. Research Assistant

   Spring/Summer 2018

   University of Manitoba

   Assisted in developing machine learning models to improve the accuracy of structural health assessments, gaining early experience in applying computational methods to civil engineering problems.

Teaching Experience

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1. Teaching Assistant

   Sep 2020 – Apr 2026

   Department of Civil Engineering, University of Alberta

   Courses: Civ E 130, Civ E 270, Civ E 265, Civ E 398, Civ E 779

   Assisted with various undergraduate and graduate courses, providing student support, grading assignments, and conducting tutorial sessions.

2. Lab Instructor

   Jan 2021 – Apr 2026

   Department of Civil Engineering, University of Alberta

   Course: Civ E 270 – Mechanics of Deformable Bodies

   Conducted laboratory sessions, demonstrating the practical applications of theoretical concepts in mechanics of materials and structural analysis.

Achievements & Awards

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• Alberta Innovates Graduate Student Scholarship (2024–2025)
• Graduate Research Award, University of Alberta (2024)
• Graduate Teaching Awards, University of Alberta (2021–2023)
• China Scholarship Council Scholarship (2022–2025)
• International Undergraduate Student Scholarship, University of Manitoba (2016–2019)

Technical Skills

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Programming Languages

Engineering Software

Data Analysis & ML

Research Areas

Volunteer Experience

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• Orientation Ceremony Volunteer, Civil Engineering, University of Alberta (September 2023)
• Mentor, Mentor and Mentee Program, University of Manitoba (2018 Academic Year)