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Haixu Zhang

Ottawa,ON

Summary

Dedicated and detail-oriented Civil Engineering student specializing in the area of Concrete Durability. Possessing an academic background in the impact of concrete deterioration and damage. Hands-on experience in various laboratory procedures, proficient in sample preparation, test conduction and results analysis related to concrete material. Looking to bring extensive experience in developing and conducting experiments to document results for research purposes, supporting research initiatives and assisting with experiments related to concrete technology, material testing, and structural analysis. Eager to contribute my technical expertise and enthusiasm for learning in a dynamic civil engineering research environment.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

University Of Ottawa
Ottawa
03.2023 - 06.2023
  • Participated in concrete mixture design, batching, testing and data gathering process, providing support for research group members for related research projects.
  • Interpreted results from experiments to generate comprehensive reports summarizing research findings.

Landscape Construction Estimation

The IronBros Engineering Inc.
Ottawa
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Providing landscape designs and CAD draft by incorporating client preferences and expert knowledge of interlock materials
  • Offering clients cost estimates for materials, labor, and equipment
  • Managing construction project schedule from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.

Education

Master of Applied Science - Civil Engineering

University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON
02-2024

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering

Carleton University
Ottawa, ON
04.2021

Skills

  • Proficient in concrete mix design and testing according to multiple standards
  • Skilled in operating and maintaining laboratory equipment
  • Experienced in preparing and collecting experimental materials
  • Adept at data collection and statistical analysis
  • Proficient in conducting qualitative research and writing technical reports
  • Proficient in utilizing MS Office software
  • Experienced in AutoCAD drafting
  • Experienced in total station, GPS operation, and land survey assignments

Publications

“An Integrated Framework for Image Acquisition, Processing, and Analysis Procedures for Automated Damage Evaluation of Concrete Surfaces" MDPI, January 2024

  • Contributed to an industrial company in the development project of an automated crack detection technique for concrete damage quantification analysis.
  • Developed a optimized procedure and methodology for acquiring and processing images to accurately capture the measurement of cracks on concrete surface

References

Cassandra Trottier, Professeure en technologie du génie civil - construction, Institut des métiers spécialisés, La Cité, Catrott@lacitec.on.ca, 613-851-5159, 613-742-2483 poste 2838

Timeline

Research Assistant

University Of Ottawa
03.2023 - 06.2023

Landscape Construction Estimation

The IronBros Engineering Inc.
01.2022 - 04.2022

Master of Applied Science - Civil Engineering

University of Ottawa

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering

Carleton University
Haixu Zhang