Dr. Seung Kyum Choi

Associate Professor

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Biography

Seung-Kyum Choi is an Associate Professor at the George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering at Georgia Tech. He earned his Ph.D. from Wright State University in 2006 and has a strong background in research related to uncertainty quantification techniques for complex engineered systems. His research interests encompass Computer-Aided Engineering, Mechanics, Materials, additive manufacturing, robust design, modeling uncertainty, probabilistic mechanics, and multidisciplinary optimization. Choi's current work focuses on the development of robust simulation and decision-support tools designed to manage complex engineered systems, particularly in relation to the design of additively manufactured parts. He is also the Director of the Center for Additive Manufacturing Systems (CAMS), where he oversees the development of research and educational programs in the field. Choi has received several awards including the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Dean’s Award for Teaching Excellence in 2009 and a Young Researcher Fellowship at M.I.T. in computational mechanics. He is a member of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2006-08-01 — Present

Georgia Institute of Technology • Atlanta, GA

Began as Assistant Professor focusing on uncertainty quantification and advanced simulation methodologies.

Awards

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Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Dean’s Award for Teaching Excellence

2009-01-01
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DAGSI Competitive Scholarship

2003-01-01
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Young Researcher Fellowship

2003-01-01

Requirements for Georgia Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in computer science or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science: GRE scores are optional for Fall 2026.