Dr. Inez Hua

Professor

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Biography

Inez Hua is a professor in the Department of Civil and Construction Engineering at Purdue University, specializing in environmental engineering and sustainability. With a Ph.D. in Environmental Science Engineering from the California Institute of Technology, she has an extensive background in aquatic chemistry and environmental sustainability. Her research includes water pollution control and the environmental fate of organic contaminants, focusing on photochemistry and the effects of emerging contaminants on water supply chains. Dr. Hua has contributed to numerous projects and has published various articles in notable journals, highlighting her expertise in sustainable electronics and environmental engineering education. She has received several awards recognizing her contributions to engineering education and societal impact, including the National Science Foundation Research Traineeship and the Purdue University Societal Impact Fellow designation. Additionally, her commitment to teaching excellence has been acknowledged through multiple faculty awards. Dr. Hua also actively engages in mentoring and providing instructional support, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, demonstrating her dedication to her students and the academic community.

Research Interests

Awards

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National Science Foundation Research Traineeship (NRT) Funding Recipient

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Purdue's Book Great Teachers

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Purdue University Societal Impact Fellow

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AAEES Board Certified Environmental Engineer

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Exceptional Teaching and Instructional Support COVID-19 Pandemic

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Outstanding Engineering Faculty Mentor Award

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College of Engineering Faculty Excellence Award for Engagement

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SEEE Instructional Excellence Award

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Learning Community Real-World Experience Award

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
  • Official Transcripts
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Resume
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • CS Supplementary Form
Specialization Notes

GRE is not required.