Dr. Richard Mistrick

Associate Professor

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Biography

Richard G. Mistrick is an Associate Professor and Chief Curricular Officer in the Department of Architectural Engineering at Penn State University. He holds a BAE in Architectural Engineering from Penn State University (1982), an MS in Civil Engineering from the University of Colorado (1985), and a PhD in Illuminating Engineering from Penn State University (1991). His research interests include Building Illumination Systems, with specific focus on lighting daylight system analysis and design, optical design, and lighting system quality metrics. Mistrick is known for his extensive contributions to the literature on lighting systems performance, including the efficacy of ultraviolet germicidal irradiation systems for enhancing learning environments and the impacts of airflow dynamics on such systems. He has co-authored numerous journal articles and conference proceedings, positioning him as a leading voice in the field of architectural engineering lighting systems.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Penn State University • University Park, PA

Educating and conducting research in the field of architectural engineering, with emphasis on lighting and illumination systems.

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
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
  • Official Transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

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