录取要求

Students electing the MSCE (Transportation Systems) degree option are expected to have a background in 1) statistics and uncertainty equivalent to ISE 225 or CE 408, and 2) engineering economy equivalent to ISE 460. Admitted students who do not meet these prerequisites can satisfy the requirements by taking appropriate, advisor-approved electives.

Satisfactory cumulative undergraduate GPA (grade point average)

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

Satisfactory performance in previous coursework related to the intended major.

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 (2 Required)

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 Civil Engineering (Transportation Systems) 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

• Principles of Transportation Engineering
• Functions of the Constructor
• Sustainable Infrastructure Systems
• Introduction to Transportation Planning Law
• Urban Transportation Planning and Management
• Design of Transportation Facilities
• Traffic Engineering and Control
• Port Engineering: Planning and Operations
• Institutional and Policy Issues in Transportation
• Transportation and the Environment