Dr. Duncan Walker

Professor

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Biography

Duncan M. Walker is a Professor and Associate Dean for Graduate Programs in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Texas A&M University. He earned his Ph.D. in Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon University in 1986, and also holds an M.S. in Computer Science from the same institution and a B.S. in Engineering (Honors) from the California Institute of Technology. His research interests include integrated circuit testing, defect-based testing, delay testing, IDDQ testing, fault diagnosis, realistic fault modeling, and parametric functional yield prediction. He has contributed extensively to the field of electronic engineering and has been recognized as an ACM Distinguished Scientist in 2014. Walker has received several honors and awards including the Charles W. Crawford Service Award and has held various fellowships at Texas A&M University, reflecting his commitment to excellence in engineering education and research.

Research Interests

Integrated Circuit Test Defect-Based Test Delay Test IDDQ Test Fault Diagnosis Realistic Fault Modeling Parametric Functional Yield Prediction

Awards

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ACM Distinguished Scientist

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Charles W. Crawford Service Award

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E. D. Brockett Professorship

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Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Excellence Engineering Teaching Award

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Texas A&M University College of Engineering Fellow

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AMD Fellow, College of Engineering, Texas A&M

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TEES Fellow, College of Engineering, Texas A&M

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.