Dr. Victor Petrov

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Victor Petrov is an Associate Research Scientist specializing in Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Sciences. His research primarily focuses on experimental computational fluid dynamics (CFD) with a particular emphasis on nuclear power plant applications. Dr. Petrov is involved in validating and further developing CFD models for subcooled boiling and multiphysics modeling in the context of CRUD (Chalk River Unidentified Deposits) deposition on reactor fuel rods. He is actively engaged in projects under the Department of Energy's Consortium for Advanced Simulation of Light Water Reactors (CASL), contributing to the advancement of simulations in fission systems and radiation transport. His extensive background in engineering physics and systems analysis drives his work in modeling complex thermal-hydraulic processes essential for ensuring efficient nuclear reactor operations.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science