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Matt Borland is an Associate Professor, Teaching Stream in the Department of Systems Design Engineering at the University of Waterloo. He holds a PhD, MASc, and BASc in Systems Design and Mechanical Engineering from the same institution. His academic roles include teaching a wide range of courses in biomedical engineering, systems design, and engineering fundamentals, as well as advising on graduate and undergraduate projects. He is also a co-founder of the Waterloo Tape Music Club, a collaborative space for exploring new music technologies.
- Education:
- 2014: Doctorate in Systems Design Engineering
- 2009: Master of Applied Science in Systems Design Engineering
- 2006: Bachelor of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering
Research Interests: Borland’s work bridges art and engineering, focusing on interdisciplinary design methodologies, musical instrument design, electronic interfaces, and systems-based problem-solving. He emphasizes collaboration and ethical considerations in engineering education.
Teaching: Over five years, he has taught courses including SYDE 161 (Introduction to Design), SYDE 461/462 (Capstone Projects), and specialized graduate workshops in AI, biomedical systems, and mechatronics. His teaching integrates hands-on prototyping and systems theory.
Scientific Awards: None explicitly listed.
Labs/Teams: Co-founder of the Waterloo Tape Music Club, fostering interdisciplinary music technology innovation.
