Dr. Riley Barta

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Riley Barta is an Assistant Professor in the School of Mechanical Engineering at Purdue University. He holds a B.S. degree from Purdue University, obtained in 2016, and a Ph.D. from the same institution, completed in 2020. His research interests focus on modeling and analysis of thermal systems, specifically in the areas of heat pumping, air conditioning, and refrigeration technologies. He is particularly engaged in the study of refrigerant lubricant properties and high-performance buildings. Dr. Barta has been recognized with various awards, including the ASHRAE New Investigator Award and the DKV-Young Talent Award. His work has contributed significantly to fundamental research and application areas concerning high-performance buildings, emphasizing energy efficiency and sustainability. He also received the Alexander von Humboldt Research Fellowship and is a recipient of the Bottomley Undergraduate Research Fellowship. Dr. Barta actively contributes to the academic community, mentoring students and advancing knowledge in mechanical engineering through his research endeavors.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN

Teaching and conducting research in mechanical engineering with a focus on thermal systems.

Awards

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ASHRAE New Investigator Award

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DKV-Young Talent Award

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Alexander von Humboldt Research Fellowship

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Bottomley Undergraduate Research Fellowship

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.