录取要求

1.An undergraduate degree in engineering, math or hard science from a regionally-accredited university.

2.Satisfactory cumulative undergraduate GPA (grade point average)

3.Satisfactory GRE test scores. All scores must be officially reported to the university directly by ETS.

4.Satisfactory performance in previous coursework:

Two years of college math including differential equations.

One year of engineering physics or electronics with lab.

5.In addition, the following coursework is recommended:

One course in circuit theory.

One course in computer science or experience with a high level programming language.

One year each in biology and chemistry with labs.

申请材料清单

1.Transcripts

Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.

2.GRE General Test

Satisfactory and valid test scores. Valid GRE scores must be dated within five years of the start of the intended application semester. The fall semester starts in August, and the spring semester starts in January. Official scores must be reported from ETS directly to USC using ETS school code 4852. A department code is not required.

3.Resume/CV (Required)

4.Statement of Purpose (Required)

The statement of purpose should succinctly describe your reasons for applying to the proposed program at the Viterbi School of Engineering, your preparation for this field of study, study interests, future career plans, and other aspects of your background and interests which may aid the admissions committee in evaluating your aptitude and motivation for graduate study.

5.Letters of Recommendation (Optional)

Letters of recommendation should be from faculty or others (supervisors, professional colleagues, etc.) qualified to evaluate your potential for graduate study.

6.English Language Proficiency

In addition to the general admission criteria listed above, international students whose first language is not English are required to take the TOEFL or IELTS examination to be considered a candidate for admission. There is no minimum TOEFL or IELTS score required for admission to the Viterbi School. For possible exemption from additional language requirements, you must achieve an Internet Based TOEFL (iBT) score of 90, with no less than 20 on each section or an IELTS score of 6.5, with no less than 6 on each band score. For more details on English Proficiency Criteria for the University of Southern California.

专业介绍

The MS in Mechanical Engineering – Energy Conversion is part of the Sustainable Infrastructure Systems program which prepares students for immediate and effective participation in the modern infrastructure workforce through a common core that includes smart-system design for sustainable infrastructures, the societal and regulatory context of infrastructure engineering decisions, and construction management.

课程设置

• Thermal Systems Design
• Engineering Analysis
• Engineering Analytical Methods
• Survey of Energy and Power for a Sustainable Future
• Modern Alternative Energy Conversion Devices
• Functions of the Constructor
• Sustainable Infrastructure Systems
• Principles of Combustion
• Applications of Combustion and Reacting Flows
• Combustion Chemistry and Physics
• Introduction to Nuclear Engineering
• Nuclear Reactor Physics
• Energy and the Environment