Kevin McDougall

Professor Kevin McDougall is an Honorary Professor at the University of Southern Queensland, affiliated with the School of Surveying and Built Environment under the Civil Engineering and Surveying faculty. His academic career includes roles such as Head of School from 2013 to 2020. He holds a PhD from the University of Melbourne and qualifications in Surveying from Queensland institutions. McDougall specializes in Spatial Data Infrastructure, crowdsourced data analysis, property rights, and mining engineering. His research integrates geotechnical systems, sustainable materials, and machine learning to solve challenges in rock bolt performance, grouting systems, and disaster management.

Education:

• Bachelor of Surveying (BSurv), University of Queensland, 1980
• Bachelor of Surveying (Honours) (BSurv(Hons)), University of Queensland, 1983
• Master of Surveying and Mapping (MSurv&Map), University of Queensland, 1986
• PhD in Geomatics, University of Melbourne, 2007

Research Interests: McDougall’s work bridges geotechnical engineering and sustainable practices, focusing on rock bolt mechanics, grouted systems, and data-driven solutions for infrastructure. He explores the application of digital twins in built environments and the use of crowdsourced data for disaster management. His research also addresses land use policy impacts and erosion modeling in arid regions.

Articles Trends: Recent studies emphasize numerical simulations, machine learning for material prediction, and large-scale testing of geotechnical systems. His work on axial load transfer mechanisms and cable bolt performance under varying conditions reflects a focus on enhancing infrastructure resilience. Collaborations span mining waste utilization, environmental impact analysis, and spatial policy evaluation.

Advising & Labs: McDougall supervises doctoral research on topics like grout-enhanced concrete, sustainable mining practices, and rock bolt dynamics. He contributes to interdisciplinary teams within the Centre for Applied Climate Sciences, Centre for Agricultural Engineering, and Centre for Future Materials, advancing practical solutions for geotechnical and environmental challenges.