Dr. James Goppert

Assistant Professor

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Biography

James Goppert is a Research Assistant Professor and the Managing Director of Purdue's UAS Research Test Facility. He specializes in unmanned aerial systems, focusing on drone control technologies and autonomy. With a Ph.D. in Aeronautics and Astronautics from Purdue University, obtained in 2018, James also holds a Master's degree from the same institution, awarded in 2011, and a Bachelor's degree, which he completed in 2007. He lectures on various topics within Aeronautics and Astronautics and plays a crucial role in managing the largest motion capture facility worldwide, ensuring precision placement of camera targets down to millimeters. His academic expertise is complemented by his leadership in research initiatives aimed at advancing technologies in the field of unmanned aerial systems, contributing to significant developments in drone applications and innovations.

Research Interests

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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  • Personal History Statement
  • Resume
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • CS Supplementary Form
Specialization Notes

GRE is not required.