Dr. Jonathan Holzman wins APEGBC Teaching Award
Dr. Holzman recently received an APEGBC President’s Award, the 2016 APEGBC Teaching Award for Excellence in Engineering and Geoscience Education.
Engineering undergrad nets only BC post on PM’s Youth Council
Applying for a seat on the Prime Minister’s Youth Council was an easy decision for Macgregor “Mac” Tebbutt, a second-year student in the School of Engineering.
School of Engineering hosts GoENG Girl 2016
The School of Engineering hosted 100 Grade 7-9 girls on Friday, October 14th, 2016 as part of the Canada-wide GoENG Girl event.
UBC research offers faster way to confirm safety of oil and gas pipelines
A simple vibration test can help oil and gas companies prevent pipeline spills in a way that is faster and cheaper than conventional methods, a UBC study shows.
UBC and Kal Tire announce research partnership
Kal Tire’s Mining Tire Group and the University of British Columbia have formed a research partnership that will allow the two organizations to collaborate in developing technology and innovative solutions for the mining tire industry.
SoE faculty and staff kick off new academic year
School of Engineering faculty and staff recently gathered to celebrate the beginning of a new academic year.
UBC identifies bacteria linked to acid produced at mining sites
UBC researchers have isolated organisms that cause acid-rock drainage in mining operations.
Snow could reduce need for air conditioning
A recent UBC study shows that snow cleared from winter roads can help reduce summer air-conditioning bills.