Dr. Davide Ziviani

Associate Professor

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Biography

Davide Ziviani is an Associate Professor in the School of Mechanical Engineering at Purdue University, where he also serves as the Associate Director of the Center for High Performance Buildings. His expertise lies in developing innovative solutions in the field of thermal management and refrigeration systems with a focus on high-performance buildings. With a Ph.D. from Ghent University, Belgium, he has made significant contributions through his research and service in various professional organizations, including ASHRAE and the International Institute of Refrigeration. His work emphasizes sustainable engineering practices and energy-efficient technologies to enhance the performance of heating and cooling systems in modern engineering applications. He has also received multiple awards for his teaching and research efforts, fostering student engagement in mechanical engineering across multiple platforms.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN

Teaching and conducting research in mechanical engineering, focusing on thermal systems.

Awards

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ASHRAE New Investigator Award

2023-01-01
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Outstanding Engineering Teachers

2021-01-01

Requirements for Purdue University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:135
Overall
Required:135
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in CS or related field Foundational concepts of computer science Data structures Computer architecture Operating systems Mathematics through differential equations Linear and matrix algebra
Application Checklist
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  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Resume
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • CS Supplementary Form
Specialization Notes

GRE is not required.