Oh-Sung Kwon

Professor

Background

Professor Oh-Sung Kwon is advancing hybrid simulation techniques that combine numerical models and experimental specimens using computer technology to determine how structures respond to various loads such as earthquake, wind, or fire. The programming of the computational/control platform used to conduct experiments, which allows engineers to manipulate code, was developed in-house. The research group has developed an integrated simulation framework that can seamlessly integrate numerical models in several analysis platforms and experimental specimens in geographically distributed laboratories.

Multiple tests conducted across several laboratories worldwide is helping to develop technology that more accurately and efficiently predicts structural behaviour during extreme loading scenarios. Through this integrated simulation framework, a regional scale simulation will be possible which will help evaluate the resilience of urban infrastructure.

Education

P.Eng
Ph.D. (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign)
M.Sc. (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign)
M.Sc. (Hanyang University, Korea)
B.Sc. (Hanyang University, Korea)

Research Interests

Hybrid (experiment-analysis) simulation

Earthquake engineering

Structural dynamics

Seismic soil-structure-interaction

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Teaching

Course Code	Title & Description	Session	Day(s)	Start Time	End	Section
CIV1180H	Advanced Modelling Methods for Seismic Performance Assessment of Structures	Fall 2022	Thursday	14:00	17:00	LEC101
CME262H	Engineering Mathematics II Engineering Mathematics II This course continues the study of numerical and analytical methods for civil engineering analysis. Analytical and numerical methods for solving ordinary differential equations are treated in some detail, followed by numerical solution methods for partial differential equations. The final major topic of the course deals with an introduction to optimization. Emphasis is placed throughout the course on problem formulation, solution algorithm design and programming applications. Exclusion: CIV362H1. View full course description in the Engineering Undergrad Academic Calendar.	Winter 2021	Scheduled by the Office of the Faculty Registrar.

News Mentions

PhD candidate receives award at Canadian Steel Conference

Designed to fail: an elegant solution to save buildings during earthquakes Pedram Mortazavi, a CivE PhD candidate in structural engineering under the supervision of Professors Constantin Christopoulos and Oh-Sung Kwon, is championing work to mitigate earthquake damage to buildings with a focus on at-risk areas of the world. In recognition of his work in this […]

CivE PhD Candidate Pedram Mortazavi was one of just five recipients from more than 550 nominated teaching assistants from across the University of Toronto. (Photo: Keenan Dixon)

Pedram Mortazavi wins 2018 TA Teaching Excellence Award

Pedram Mortazavi (CivMin PhD candidate) has won a 2018 TA Teaching Excellence Award from the University of Toronto’s Teaching Assistant Training Program (TATP). Mortazavi, a PhD candidate in the Department of Civil & Mineral Engineering, is one of just five recipients from more than 550 nominated teaching assistants (TAs) across the entire University. He has taught Steel […]

Contact

Oh-Sung Kwon
Department of Civil & Mineral Engineering
University of Toronto
35 St. George St.
Toronto, Ontario
Canada, M5S 1A4

Office: GB242A

Tel: 416-978-5908

os.kwon@utoronto.ca