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Biography
Michael obtained his BSc. in Civil Engineering with Distinction and MSc. at the University of Alberta, Canada and completed his PhD degree at the same University in 1994. He subsequently was appointed as a research engineer at the University before returning to Asia in 1995. Prior to joining the Department of Building and Real Estate in early 2002, Michael has spent several years with the University of Macau as Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering, as well as the Hong Kong Technical College as Lecturer. He has also obtained consultancy experience in the areas of the design and construction of both reinforced concrete buildings and structural steelworks in Hong Kong. Michael is a fellow of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers, the Hong Kong Institute of Construction Managers, and the American Society of Civil Engineers.
Research interests
- Structural steel connections
- Earthquake resilent steel structures
- High strength steels
- Smart materials
- Construction health and safety
Teaching
- Structures
- Construction Technology
- Geotechnical and Foundation Engineering
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, The University of Alberta
Master of Science, The University of Alberta
Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Alberta
External positions
Deputy Chairman, Home Purchase Allowance Appeals Committee Panel, Development Bureau, HKSAR Government
14 Jul 2020 → 13 Jul 2023
Member, Construction Industry Council, Construction Workers Qualification Board
1 Jan 2020 → 31 Dec 2021
Observer, Independent Police Complaints Council, Security Bureau, HKSAR Government
1 Nov 2019 → 30 Oct 2021
Member, Construction Industry Council, Building Construction Trade Tests Sub-committee
10 Jul 2019 → 30 Jun 2022
Auditor, Quality Assurance Council (QAC) Quality audits on sub-degree operations of University Grants Committee (UGC)-funded universities
1 Feb 2017 → 31 Dec 2019
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Research output
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Behaviour and design of duplex stainless steel bolted connections failing in block shear
Song, Y., Lin, X. M., Yam, M. C. H., Ke, K. & Wang, J., 1 Mar 2024, In: Engineering Structures. 302, 117442.Research output: Journal article publication › Journal article › Academic research › peer-review
Open Access4 Citations (Scopus) -
Corrigendum to “Block shear performance of double-line bolted S690 steel angles under uniaxial tension” [Thin-Walled Structures, 2022 (171) 108668] (Thin-Walled Structures (2022) 171, (S0263823121007059), (10.1016/j.tws.2021.108668))
Ke, K., Zhang, M., Yam, M. C., Lam, A. C., Wang, J. & Jiang, B., Jun 2024, In: Thin-Walled Structures. 199, 111785.Research output: Journal article publication › Comment/debate/erratum
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Examining the Effects of an Immersive Learning Environment in Tertiary AEC Education: CAVE-VR System for Students' Perception and Technology Acceptance
Wang, X., Chou, M., Lai, X., Tang, J., Chen, J., Kong, W. K., Chi, H. L. & Yam, M. C. H., 1 Apr 2024, In: Journal of Civil Engineering Education. 150, 2, 05023012.Research output: Journal article publication › Journal article › Academic research › peer-review
2 Citations (Scopus) -
Hybrid-self-centring steel frames: Insights and probabilistic seismic assessment
Ke, K., Zhang, H., Zhou, X., Yam, M. C. H., Wang, Y. & Shi, T., 15 Mar 2024, In: Engineering Structures. 303, 117516.Research output: Journal article publication › Journal article › Academic research › peer-review
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Inhomogeneity in mechanical properties of ductile iron pipes: A comprehensive analysis
He, X., Yam, M. C. H., Zhou, Z., Zayed, T. & Ke, K., Sept 2024, In: Engineering Failure Analysis. 163, 108459.Research output: Journal article publication › Journal article › Academic research › peer-review
Prizes
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Award of High Scientific and Technological Level of the Invention, 2008 In Recognition of the Invention of the Rapid Demountable Platform (RDPc)
Chan, P. C. (Recipient), Wong, K. W. (Recipient), Chan, W. M. (Recipient), Yam, C. H. M. (Recipient), KWOK, A. W. K. (Recipient), LEE, W. C. (Recipient), WONG, P. C. W. (Recipient), Siu, K. W. M. (Recipient), LO, P. (Recipient), CHEUNG, E. (Recipient), YEUNG, N. S. Y. (Recipient) & LAU, C. K. (Recipient), Apr 2008
Prize: Prize (research)
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Award of High Scientific and Technological Level of the Invention from Romania Ministry of Education, Research and Youth. "Rapid Demountable Platform (RDP)"
Chan, P. C. (Recipient), Wong, K. W. (Recipient), Chan, W. M. (Recipient), Yam, C. H. M. (Recipient), KWOK , W. K. (Recipient), Siu, K. W. M. (Recipient), LO, C. H. (Recipient), CHEUNG, E. (Recipient), LEE, W. C. (Recipient), LAU, C. K. (Recipient), WONG, C. W. P. (Recipient) & YEUNG, N. (Recipient), Apr 2008
Prize: Prize (research)
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Faculty Award for Outstanding Achievement in Knowledge Transfer-Industry (Team Award) 2021
Chung, K. F. (Recipient), Chan, T. M. (Recipient), Leung, Y. F. (Recipient), Ho, H. C. (Recipient), Hu, Y. (Recipient) & Yam, C. H. M. (Recipient), 30 Jun 2022
Prize: Other distinction › Other distinction (research)
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Gold Award with the congratulations of the jury. "Rapid Demountable Platform (RDP)"
Chan, P. C. (Recipient), Wong, K. W. (Recipient), Yam, C. H. M. (Recipient), KWOK, W. K. (Recipient), Siu, K. W. M. (Recipient), LO, C. H. (Recipient), CHEUNG, E. (Recipient), LAU, C. K. (Recipient), LEE, W. C. (Recipient), WONG, C. W. P. (Recipient), YEUNG, N. (Recipient) & Chan, W. M. (Recipient), Apr 2008
Prize: Prize (research)
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Research project selected as the Local Grand Prize Award for CIC Innovation Award 2015 – Sustainable Innovation Drives Transformation
Chan, P. C. (Recipient), Wong, K. W. (Recipient), Yam, C. H. M. (Recipient), Chan, W. M. (Recipient), LAM, W. M. (Recipient), Li, Y. (Recipient), Guo, Y. (Recipient), SONG, W. (Recipient), YI, W. (Recipient), YANG, Y. (Recipient), Wong, D. (Recipient), Cheung, E. (Recipient) & Chung, J. (Recipient), Dec 2015
Prize: Prize (research)