Carlos 'Lobo' Cruz Noguez, PhD
Contact
Professor, Faculty of Engineering - Civil and Environmental Engineering Dept
- cruznogu@ualberta.ca
Associate Dean, College of Natural and Applied Sciences - Office of Education
- cruznogu@ualberta.ca
Overview
Area of Study / Keywords
Engineering Department Executive Structural Engineering
About
As Associate Dean of Education at the College of Natural and Applied Sciences, University of Alberta, I lead the development of initiatives to enhance the educational experience for our students and faculty. I specialize in the development of interdisciplinary programs addressing pressing, global issues (sustainability, clean energy, data science, AI) leveraging expertise across departments, faculties and units.
Research
Research interests:
- analysis and design of reinforced masonry and structures;
- nonlinear modeling;
- seismic engineering;
- large-scale system and component testing;
- innovative materials; structural simulation; damage mitigation.
Dr. Cruz-Noguez is the current chairholder of the MCAA Endowed Chair of Masonry Structures, with the mandate to drive innovation in masonry research and to develop safer, more durable, and high-performance masonry systems.
Announcements
Prospective students interested in applying for graduate studies (MSc/PhD): please send an email including a cover letter, resume, and latest transcripts.
Courses
CIV E 676 - Behavior and Design of Masonry Structures
(Offered alternate years.) Historical developments. Masonry units, mortars and grouts. Behavior, strength and stability of masonry under axial compression. Reinforced masonry in bending and combined axial load and bending. Ductility and joint control. Design application including discussion of code requirements.