Professor Susan Lord, University of San Diego Title: Enhancing Learning and Inclusivity in Electrical Engineering Abstract: How can we educate students to be the most effective engineers when they graduate? What does it take to attract a broader range of students to electrical and computer engineering? What curricular efforts could support both of these goals? These are […]
Professor Joseph Bardin, University of Massachusetts Amherst Title: Google Quantum AI and The University of Massachusetts Amherst Abstract: Over the past decade, the field of quantum computing has evolved from one primarily known for generating scientific papers to one which promises to enable computations that would not be possible using any other known technology. Following this potential, […]
Professor James Rawlings, University of California, Santa Barbara Title: Economic Optimization of Large-Scale Systems with Model Predictive Control Abstract: Maintaining high standards of living while decreasing our impact on the planet requires both new technologies as well as increasingly efficient operation of these technologies at large scale. This talk presents the central ideas of model predictive […]
Join us April 12, 2023, 12 p.m. in GB202 for a panel discussion with ECE professors as well as networking opportunities for those interested in either grad school, summer research opportunities or would like to learn more about research in ECE. Professor Deepa Kundur, Chair of ECE, will moderate the panel that includes Professors Margaret […]
Overview Data plays a significant role in mobility policies and planning, especially in forecasting, policy evaluations, and assessments. Planners, administrators, and academics acknowledge the importance of accurate data for efficient mobility policies. The surge in the collection and use of data over the last decade raises questions over its access, ethics, and practice. How are […]
What are the event details? Hosted by the Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering, the EdTech Workshop 2023: CTRL +shift is a one-day, in person event featuring informal sessions (demonstrations, case studies, panels, etc.) led by instructors and staff from across the three U of T campuses. This year’s theme, CTRL +Shift, is a play on using the modifier keys on […]
Hardware Breakthroughs for the Future of Computing Artificial intelligence and machine learning are becoming pervasive in our society, and roadblocks to its continued growth must not be ignored. The energy consumption and costs required to train neural networks in large-scale computing facilities are rising exponentially, which will affect its scalability. To run neural networks on […]
Come back to U of T for five days of tri-campus fun, including free lectures, street festivities, activities for the kids and more. Alumni Reunion is the biggest alumni event of the year. Among the many events, check out these ones specific to engineering alumni: Alumni Pub Social: Friday, June 2, 6 p.m. - 9:00 […]
As part of the Faculty’s commitment to improving Indigenous inclusion, all U of T Engineering faculty, staff and students are called upon to start or continue their personal journeys towards understanding and acknowledging Indigenous peoples’ history, truths and culture. Launched in 2021, the Indigenous Cultural Competency Toolkit has been created by and with Indigenous leaders to help guide your journey. […]
An annual academic conference hosted by the Schwartz Reisman Institute for Technology and Society, Absolutely Interdisciplinary convenes leading thinkers from a rich variety of fields to engage in conversations that encourage innovation and inspire new insights. Often, AI researchers are approaching similar questions to those in other disciplines from different angles. Absolutely Interdisciplinary sets out […]
Undergraduate and graduate graduands from the ECE class of 2T2 PEY and 2T3, join us for a special reception after your Convocation ceremony! The event will include the presentation of challenge coins and a chance to celebrate with classmates, family, professors and staff. Light refreshments will be served. Reminder: This event is separate from your Convocation […]
As part of the Faculty’s commitment to improving Indigenous inclusion, all U of T Engineering faculty, staff and students are called upon to start or continue their personal journeys towards understanding and acknowledging Indigenous peoples’ history, truths and culture. Launched in 2021, the Indigenous Cultural Competency Toolkit has been created by and with Indigenous leaders to help guide your journey. […]
