Dr. David Williams

Associate Professor

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Biography

David Williams is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Penn State University. He holds a Master’s degree in Aeronautics and Astronautics from Stanford University, obtained in 2012. His research focuses on Thermal Fluid Sciences with specialization in Computational Fluid Dynamics, external aerodynamics, finite element analysis, high-order methods, and solution-adaptive meshing. David has contributed to numerous publications in notable journals, addressing both theoretical and application aspects of finite element methods and fluid dynamics. His work is essential in advancing methods for complex fluid flow modeling and simulation, impacting areas such as energy systems and transportation. Williams is actively engaged in the academic community, serving as an organizer and committee member for various conferences in his field, demonstrating a commitment to fostering collaborations and sharing knowledge within the engineering sector. His dedication to educating and mentoring both graduate and undergraduate students is evident in the strategic impact of his teaching and research within the department.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Penn State University • University Park, PA

Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Mechanical Engineering, focusing on applied Thermal Fluid Sciences.

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.