Profile
Mr. Tarun Doerga has been a committed educator at the University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT) since January 2007, teaching various subjects in Civil Engineering, including Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials, and Construction Management. He earned his Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) degree from the University of Guyana in 2004 and a Master of Science in Construction Engineering and Management from the University of the West Indies in 2010.
Mr. Doerga's professional experience includes roles such as Technician and Project Manager at Alesie Guyana, and interim director at Trinidad Commodities Limited. He has also provided private consultancy for residential building design and construction.
During his tenure at UTT, Mr. Doerga has held various academic roles, including Senior Instructor, Programme Leader, and Section Head for the BASc Programme in Construction Management. He has served on committees such as the Programme Management Committee and the Tender Evaluation Committee. Mr. Doerga has developed and delivered courses for the Bachelor of Applied Science in Civil Engineering Systems and the National Engineering Technician Diploma in Civil Engineering. He currently lectures on topics including Construction Planning, Scheduling & Control, Construction Methods and Equipment, and Disaster Mitigation & Management.
In addition to his teaching and leadership roles, Mr. Doerga has supervised a diverse range of undergraduate student research projects. These projects cover themes such as Project Success and Management, Technological Advancements and Digital Tools, Construction Safety and Legislation, Cost Estimation and Economic Analysis, and the Construction Supply Chain and Maintenance.
Mr. Doerga’s expertise and dedication to advancing Civil Engineering and Construction Management are evident in his multifaceted career and significant contributions to both industry and academia. His efforts continue to benefit UTT and the broader construction community, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
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Education
PhD (Ongoing) in Construction Engineering and Management (UTT), Trinidad
Certificate in University Teaching (2021) (UTT), Trinidad
MSc (2010) in Construction Engineering and Management (UWI), Trinidad
BEng (2004) in Civil Engineering (UG), Guyana
Certificates in AutoCAD 2000 & Computer Technician Courses (2002) (Global Technology), Guyana
Academic Appointments
Member, Programme Management Committee (2020 – 2022), Project Management and Civil Infrastructure Systems.
Member, Tender Evaluation Committee (2019-2022), University of Trinidad and Tobago
Programme Leader (2019 – 2019), NETD Programme, John D & Tobago Campuses, Project Management and Civil Infrastructure Systems.
Programme Leader (2017 – 2018), NETD Programme, Tobago Campus, Project Management and Civil Infrastructure Systems.
Construction Management Section Head (2018 - Present), BASc Programme, San Fernando Campus, Project Management and Civil Infrastructure Systems.
Senior Instructor (2013 – Present), Project Management and Civil Infrastructure Systems.
Programme Leader (2008 – 2018), NETD Programme, John D Campus, Project Management and Civil Infrastructure Systems.
Instructor I (2007 – 2013), Project Management and Civil Infrastructure Systems.
Professional Memberships/Service
Lectures/Courses/Programmes
Lectures in “Project Management for Professionals” through the Outreach and Industrial Relations Unit:
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Introduction to Project Management
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Project Success and Failure
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Project Management Principles & Managing the Project Team
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Cost Estimation Techniques & Project Management Tools
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Basics in Procurement & Administering Contracts
Courses delivered and / or authored in the “Bachelor of Applied Science in Civil Engineering Systems” through the unit of Project Management and Civil Infrastructure Systems:
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CONS1010 – Professional Development for Civil Engineers
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CONS1011 – Construction Methods and Equipment I
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CONS1016 – Construction Methods and Equipment II
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CONS2017 – Construction Planning, Scheduling and Control
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PRMT3001 – Engineering Project Management
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CONS3005 – Disaster Mitigation & Management
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PRJT3004 – Individual Project
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CONS2013 – Construction Systems and Management
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GEOT2003 – Geotechnics 2
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GEOT2005 – Geotechnical Engineering I
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GEOT2006 – Geotechnical Engineering II
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GEOT2008 – Geology for Civil Engineers
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CONS3003 – Principles of Construction Systems and Management
Courses delivered and / or authored in the “National Engineering Technician Diploma in Civil Engineering” through the unit of Project Management and Civil Infrastructure Systems:
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CONS1004 – Construction Science & Materials
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CONS1007 – Construction Science & Materials Practicum
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CONS1014 – Construction Materials and Sustainability
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CONS2002 – Advanced Civil Engineering Construction
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WRSE2001 – Hydrostatics
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GEOT1001 – Geotechnical Engineering for Technicians I
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ESCO1002 – Estimating, Tendering & Measurement
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GEOT2011 – Geotechnical Engineering for Technicians II
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ESCO1003 – Estimating, Measurements & Modelling
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STRU1015 – Structural Analysis I
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STRU2015 – Structural Analysis II and Basic Design
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CONS2019 – Contract Tendering and Administration
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CONS2007 – Civil Engineering Software Applications
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PRAC2016 – Civil Engineering Project I
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PRAC2017 – Civil Engineering Project II
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SOIL110D - Soil Mechanics Properties
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SOIL210D – Geotechnical Design
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STME210D – Structural Mechanics
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STDE210D – Structural Analysis and Design
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CONS110D – Construction Science
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COMA110D – Construction Materials
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COTE110D – Construction Technology
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COTE210D – Civil Engineering Construction
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HYDR210D – Hydrostatics
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MEAS210D – Measurement
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COTE211D – Advanced Civil Engineering Construction
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COA210D – Contractual Administration
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ESCO210D – Estimating & Costing
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PROJ218D – Civil Engineering Project
Research
Links to posters / publications of research will be updated continually.
Recently completed research will be posted every year between June & August.
Past Research 1st Authors & Titles:
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Aaron Byran: The impact of Covid19 on residential & Commercial building construction: A Trinidad and Tobago Case Study
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Aaron Ramkissoon: A Contractor's Perspective of Project Success in Trinidad and Tobago Residential Building Construction
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Andrew Archee: Preparedness for E-tendering in construction: A T&T Case Study
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Chamarr Francis: Analysis of Construction Estimates' Degree of accuracy in completed Construction Projects in Trinidad & Tobago
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Daniel Ragbir: Assessing the Viability of Telematics in Mobile Construction Equipment in Trinidad and Tobago
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Gabriella Rampersad: Study on achieving Sustainable Development Goals in a Construction Context
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Kafi Williams: A Comparative Analysis of Construction Safety Legislation in the Caribbean
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Kavesh Ramberan: Camera Usage in Commercial / High Rise Construction - Potential Applications
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Khaleel Ali: What Motivates People in Trinidad's Construction Sector?
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Kishanna Singh: Determining Success Factors in Trinidad and Tobago Residential Buildings Construction: A Customer Perspective
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Nicholas Kanhai: Analysis on Cost Estimation Techniques used for Road Construction and Maintenance in Trinidad and Tobago
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Norbert Dominique: A critical analysis of supply chain issues in heavy construction equipment: A T&T context
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Ryan Chanchow: Potential Economic Opportunities & Implications of Drone Technology in T&T's Construction Sector
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Ryan Harrinarine: Camera Usage in Road Construction - Potential Applications
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Tayeda Ali: Agile Project Management: Benefits and Level of Readiness for Adoption by the T&T Construction Sector
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Videsh Jairam: Flood mitigation in the Arouca Catchment area by designing a detention pond as a potential viable option
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Brandon Thomas - Cost Efficiency of AASHTO Bridge Beam and Box Bridge Beam Design
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Cris Gooding - Challenges Affecting the Use of Construction Scheduling Software in T&T
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DeVane Samuel - The Current Degree of Integration of Sustainable Construction in Project Management in Trinidad
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Godywn Small - Utilizing Augmented Reality Technology as An Alternative Medium for Viewing Construction Drawings
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Justin Boodoosingh - Current Attitude Towards Recent 2004 More Stringent Construction Safety Laws in T&T
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Kwasi Martinez - Construction Labour Productivity in Trinidad and Tobago - How Do We Compare Internationally?
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Reesa Hosein - A Geospatial Cost Comparison for Moment Resisting Frames in T&T
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Saeeda Sultan - The Structural Optimization of Traditional Reinforced Concrete Houses, with the Possibility of Replacement with Pre-Stressed Concrete in Trinidad and Tobago
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Umesh Durgah Persad - Equipment Maintenance Management: A Comparison Between Preventative and Corrective Maintenance in Trinidad's Public Construction Sector
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Kia De Peiza- The Evolution of Health & Safety Culture with Legislation in T&T's Construction Sector
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Akeilia Anthony-Energy Retrofitting in Construction (Comprehensive Literature Review)
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Lincoln London - Keeping up with Advancements in Construction - A T&T Case Study
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Mariah Rodriguez-Recycled Plastic Waste to Potential Building Material for T&T Construction Industry
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Rickyle Bynoe- The Supply Chain Management in Trinidad's Construction Sector: Where Can We Improve?
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Shivanand Maharaj - A Case Study of Construction Accidents in the Caribbean
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Nicole Phirangee - Energy Rating of Single-Family Dwellings Based on Construction Materials Selected
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Harnarine Sarjoo - The Road, Drainage, Concrete & Bridge Rate Book for Trinidad and Tobago
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Sunjay Rameshwar Singh - A Novel Approach for Land Development of a Dragon Fruit Farm
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Munroe Khelsy - A Needs Analysis for BIM Adoption in Trinidad and Tobago
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Rajiv Dinanath - Analyzing the Predominant Conflict Resolution Methods Used in the Trinidad and Tobago Construction Sector over the past decade.
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Akeem Francis - Accessing Trinidad's Readiness in Adopting Basic Smart City Elements
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Isha Sampson - Quantifying the positive effects of Sustainable Practices in Trinidad and Tobago's Construction Sector
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Vikash Ramlakhan - Readiness of Fully Adopting Cloud Computing T&T Construction sector.
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Jalen Simon - The implementation of low carbon/ alternative sustainable materials in Construction in Trinidad and Tobago.
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Daniel Arrindell - Seismic performance comparison between a multi-story steel moment resisting frame building and a steel concentric braced frame building in Trinidad and Tobago
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Jael Sylvester - Use of agile tools (Kanban, Lean) to improve the performance of the T&T’s construction industry
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Dillon Nedd - Stakeholder perception of using insulating conerete forms for residential construction in Trinidad and Tobago
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Shivaan Maharaj - Simulated use of BIM from Different Project Stakeholders’ Points of View, for a Domestic Dwelling in Trinidad and Tobago
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Garnet Peltier - Comprehensive literature review for development a framework of metrics to assess construction industry readiness to adopt construction 4.0
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Krystal Farrell - Improvement of public transportation system through a railway /monorail system (Sustainable Approach )
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Kino Williams - Exploring the effects of using Hemp (Hempcrete) and analysing its possible application in Trinidad and Tobago as a sustainable construction material.
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