Dr. Tadeh Zirakian is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering and Construction Management at California State University, Northridge. He holds a Ph.D. in Structural and Earthquake Engineering from UCLA, an M.Sc. in Structural Engineering from Urmia University, and a B.Sc. in Civil Engineering from Azad University. His academic background also includes postdoctoral research and faculty development at Loyola Marymount University.
Dr. Zirakian’s teaching and research span structural engineering, earthquake engineering, performance-based design, and the use of innovative and sustainable materials in civil infrastructure. He has extensive experience in both academic and professional practice, having worked on numerous structural design and analysis projects. His research has been funded by agencies including the Department of Defense and Caltrans.
In addition to his teaching, Dr. Zirakian actively mentors students in research and design projects and serves on several editorial boards of international journals. His professional service includes work as a proposal reviewer, technical judge, and invited speaker. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in California and a LEED Green Associate. Dr. Zirakian is deeply committed to advancing sustainable and resilient infrastructure and fostering inclusive excellence in engineering education.
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Postdoctoral Civil Engineering 2015, Loyola Marymount University
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Ph.D. Civil Engineering 2013, University of California, Los Angeles
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M.Sc. Structural Engineering 2005, Urmia University
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B.Sc. Civil Engineering 2002, Azad University
