Award-Winning PE - Principles and Practice of Engineering - Civil - Geotechnical Tutors
serving Windsor, Canada

I am a Civil Engineer with more than 26 years of experience. I graduated from the Doctor of Philosophy program (Geotechnical / Geosynthetics) at the University of Oklahoma. I am currently a Registered Professional Engineer in Oklahoma, USA. I am also a certified "Project Management Professional" by PMI. While I tutor a broad range of Civil Engineering and Math related subjects, I am most passionate about the topics in Geotechnical Engineering, Project Management and Math. I prefer online communication tools such as Email, Zoom and Teams.

I am Dr. Shimelis, Ph.D., P.E., a licensed Professional Engineer (PE Civil: Water Resources and Environmental), educator, and researcher with a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering and M.S. and B.S. degrees in Civil and Agricultural Engineering. My expertise lies in water resources engineering, environmental engineering, hydrology, hydraulics, soil mechanics, fluid mechanics, and related civil and environmental engineering disciplines. I specialize in tutoring engineers preparing for the PE Civil: Water Resources and Environmental, PE Civil: Construction, PE Civil: Geotechnical, PE Environmental, FE Civil, FE Environmental, and FE Other Disciplines exams. My students have a strong record of success. Recently, eight of my students passed their PE exams, and five additional students passed the FE Civil exam. I am passionate about helping engineers master key concepts, strengthen their problem-solving skills, and develop effective exam strategies that lead to success.

With a deep passion for Civil engineering and a strong academic background, I am dedicated to education and research. My academic journey includes a B.Tech. in Civil Engineering, an M.Eng., and a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering. As a lecturer at Landmark University, I taught seven courses, achieved a 10% improvement in student performance, and completed numerous research projects. My passion lies in Civil Engineering and applied mathematics, where I address infrastructure challenges and apply mathematical principles. I've successfully guided students in standardized test preparation, emphasizing critical thinking and problem-solving. My philosophy centers on the value of knowledge for a better quality of life. Beyond academics, I enjoy research, reading, and writing, complementing my professional pursuits by enhancing my analytical and communication skills. I'm poised to make meaningful contributions to engineering while inspiring future engineers and advancing the field.