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Dr. Thomas V. Edgar

Thomas V. Edgar


Associate Professor of Civil Engineering
Room 3087, Engineering Building
University of Wyoming
College of Engineering
Department of Civil & Architectural Engineering
Dept. 3295
1000 E. University Avenue
Laramie, WY 82071

phone: (307) 766-6220

Education:

  • B.S. Civil Engineering, University of Colorado, 1972
  • M.S. Civil Engineering, Colorado State University, 1975
  • Ph.D. Civil Engineering, Colorado State University, 1983

Registration:

  • Registered Professional Engineer in Wyoming
  • Registered Professional Engineer in Colorado

Specialization:

Flow, deformation and pollutant migration in saturated and unsaturated porous media; slope stability, expansive soils.

Most Recent Work

  • Electrokinetic Remediation of Hydrocarbon Contaminated Soil using Surfactants
  • Protection of wellhead areas for public water supplies.
  • Consolidation of Partially Saturated Soils due to applied Stress, Moisture and Thermal Gradients.

Selected Awards:

  • John P. Ellbogen Meritorious Classroom Teaching Award, 2002
  • UW Excellence in Advising Award, 1997, 2001
  • Mortar Board Top Prof, 1985, 1990, 2000
  • UW Freshman Outstanding Professor, 1998
  • ASCE Outstanding Faculty Member, 1983, 1986, 1993
  • ASEE New Engineering Educator Award, 1987
College of Engineering and Applied Science