Energy & Sustainability Professor Edward Maby USC Viterbi School of Engineering November 8, 2012
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Today s Program The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering Sustainable Infrastructure Systems Program Master of Science in Green Technologies Distance Education Network (DEN@Viterbi) Tuition & Fees Q&A
University of Southern California Oldest private university in western U.S. founded in 1880 38,000 Students: 17,500 Undergrads 20,500 Graduates 3,400 full-time faculty Diverse student population Located in Los Angeles
Viterbi School of Engineering: Points of Distinction 1. International Reputation for Excellence 2. World-Class Faculty & Research 3. The Trojan Family Network 60,000+ engineers strong 4. Unique engineering programs available online, on-site & on-campus 5. Complete Range of Programs Master s Degrees Graduate Certificates Continuing Education Short Courses Custom Programs
Meet Professor Edward Maby Professor of Electrical Engineering Practice, Ming Hsieh Department of Electrical Engineering Associate Chair for Curriculum and Student Services Director, Sustainable Infrastructure Systems Program Director, Green Technologies Program Ph.D. MIT 1979
What is Sustainability? Sustainable development meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. Three pillars: Economy, Society, Environment
Sustainable Infrastructure Systems: Industry Relevance Aging Infrastructure (North America, Europe) Expanding Infrastructure (Asia) Environmental Challenges New Technologies (Renewables, Smart Systems, ) Job Opportunities New Infrastructure Jobs Replace Retiring Professionals
Sustainable Infrastructure Systems: Degree Programs MS Civil Engineering Water & Waste Management MS Civil Engineering Transportation Systems MS Electrical Engineering Electric Power MS Electrical Engineering Telecommunications MS Mechanical Engineering Energy Conversion 27 units 9 courses
Program Overview Core Curriculum Disciplinary Big Picture Course What are the societal contexts of infrastructure engineering decisions? CE 501 Functions of the Constructor (Construction Management) CE 515 Sustainable Infrastructure Systems
Program Overview Electric Power EE 444 Power Systems Technology EE 443 Introduction to Power Systems EE 521 Power Systems Analysis and Design EE 513 Solid State Energy Devices EE 524 Transients in Power Systems EE 525 Power System Protection EE 526 Renewable Energy in Power Systems EE 527 Net-Centric Power-System Control
Program Overview Telecommunications EE 485 Telecommunications Technology EE 450 Introduction to Computer Networks EE 475 Wireless Communication Technology EE 544 Radio frequency Systems and Hardware EE 550 Design and Analysis of Computer Communication Networks EE 555 Broadband Network Architectures EE 558 Optical Fiber Communication Systems EE 567 Communication Systems
Program Overview Water & Waste Management CE 451 Water Resources Engineering CE 453 Water Quality Control CE 476 Design of Pressurized Hydraulic Systems CE 504 Solid Waste Management CE 510 Groundwater Management CE 511 Flood Control Hydrology CE 516 Geohydrology CE 520a Ocean and Coastal Engineering
Program Overview Transportation Systems CE 471 Principles of Transportation Engineering CE 579 Introduction to Transportation Planning PPD 633 Urban Transportation Planning CE 583 Design of Transportation Facilities CE 585 Traffic Engineering and Control CE 589 Port Engineering PPD 634 Policy and Issues in Transportation PPD 692 Transportation and the Environment
Program Overview Energy Conversion AME 577 Survey of Energy and Power AME 430 Thermal Systems Design AME 578 Modern Alternative Energy Devices AME 513 Principles of Combustion AME 514 Applications of Combustion and Reacting Flows AME 579 Combustion Chemistry and Physics AME 581 Introduction to Nuclear Engineering ENE 505 Energy and the Environment
Master of Science in Green Technologies Green Technologies is a highly interdisciplinary degree program that emphasizes green systems and the environment, energy technology and efficiency, and sustainability and society. The discipline seeks opportunities for alternative sourcing, conservation, efficiency, and repurposing through an understanding of product life cycles from origins to recycling or inevitable disposal. Green technologists will design products, processes, and complex infrastructure systems to promote sustainable attributes of importance to the environment and the global community.
Green Technologies Program Structure Interdisciplinary!! Three Course Categories Electives for Individual Emphasis 27 units 9 courses
Green Technologies Program Green Systems and the Environment CE 515 Sustainable Infrastructure Systems ISE 576 Industrial Ecology: Technology-Environment Interaction Energy Technology and Efficiency CHE 510 Energy and Process Efficiency Energy Elective Sustainability and Society CE 469 Sustainable Design and Construction Sustainability Elective Three Elective Courses in an Area of Specialization
Application Criteria Undergraduate degree in engineering, math, or a hard science from a regionally-accredited university To be competitive, a cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is recommended Satisfactory scores on the general portion of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) that are less than five years old Supplemental materials may include Letters of Recommendation and a Statement of Purpose* Please visit viterbi.usc.edu/msdegrees for complete list of requirements
Application Deadlines FALL 2013 January 15, 2013 Apply Online: http://www.usc.edu/admission/graduate/apply
Course Delivery Methods Methods of Course Delivery On-campus, full time 3 classes per semester 1.5-2 years to complete degree Distance delivery via DEN @Viterbi 1-2 classes per semester 3-4 years to complete degree
Pioneer in distance learning since 1972 Distance Education Network (DEN@Viterbi) Online delivery makes earning an MS degree practical for working professionals Online and on-campus students have fully equivalent academic experiences and earn the same degree Technical Requirements: High-speed internet access (DSL/Cable minimum) Windows Media Player Adobe PDF Reader
Distance Education Network (DEN@Viterbi) Program Admission DEN@Viterbi Student USC Graduate Application & required materials On Campus Student USC Graduate Application & required materials Weekly Course Lectures Online with Interactivity On USC s Campus Online Course Archives (Lectures & Course Documents) * Assignments Submit electronically via email or fax according to course deadlines Submit during lecture or lab according to course deadlines Exams Proctored location USC s campus Courses per Semester (Average) Degree Completion Requirements 1 2 3 4 27 34 units with a 3.0 GPA or above 27 34 units with a 3.0 GPA or above USC Diploma (No Distinction) *DEN@Viterbi sections only.
DEN@Viterbi s E-Learning System Video can expand to full screen and high resolution downloads are available Class notes are enlarged for better viewing; and can be downloaded and printed! Navigation bar for jumping to different parts of the lecture Video window and controls
DEN@Viterbi Additional Info Limited Status Allows strong candidates to begin coursework before formal admission. Courses (maximum of 4 courses) can be applied toward degree program once admitted but limited status does not guarantee admission. Get Started: http://gapp.usc.edu/graduate-programs/den/gettingstarted Tuition Deferment Students supported by company can defer up front payment of tuition until after the semester is over. Company must pay 75-100% of tuition to be eligible for program. For additional information: http://gapp.usc.edu/tuitiondeferment
Tuition & Fees for MS Student PER-COURSE TUITION Tuition for 3-Unit Course 500/600 level course: $1569 per unit $4,707 Degree Programs are 27-34 units (9-11 courses) Tuition total is about $45,000 On-campus students will be required to pay $750- $900 in additional mandatory fees per semester
Sustainable Infrastructure Fellowship Available to full-time, working professionals pursuing and formally admitted to a master s degree in one of the sustainable infrastructure programs 3 units of tuition awarded Information on all scholarship opportunities: http://gapp.usc.edu/graduate-programs/scholarships/viterbi-scholarships
Getting Started For those interested in taking classes on campus: Visit USC campus Start your application: http://www.usc.edu/admission/graduate/apply For those interested in DEN delivery Start as Limited Student for next semester or apply for admission at the link above
CONTACT US USC Viterbi School of Engineering Graduate and Professional Programs e: viterbi.masters@usc.edu p: 213.740.4488 (select option 5) w: viterbi.usc.edu/msdegrees