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Having obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in
Computer Science and Information Engineering from ABC
University, and worked as computer lab administrator and
research assistant in my alma mater upon graduation, my
immediate objective is to attend your esteemed University's
master degree program in computer science with focus on computer
graphics, database, and/or networking.
The Hsinchu Science Park, center of Taiwan's
high-tech industry, is also a home to me. Upon completing his
Ph.D. in material science from Northwestern University in the
United States, my father returned to Taiwan to work as a
research fellow and director of the Division of QA & Testing
Inspection at the Hsinchu Science Park's Industrial Technology
& Research Institute (ITRI), one of the country's highest
ranked technological research foundations. Having grown up in
such an environment, I had a constant exposure to the leading
high-tech developments of the time. The elementary and junior
high schools I attended were experimental institutions set up
for children whose parents work in the Park. At that time,
computers were still considered a luxury in Taiwan. However, my
school had a full computer lab and all students had access to
computers at an early age. My school's special science education
included prestigious academics to conduct workshops and seminars
for students. Growing up in such an environment made my
development into a science career an obvious and natural choice.
When I graduated second in my high school class,
I entered my first choice college, the Department of Computer
Science & Information Engineering at ABC University. I
consider my university experience to be important to my personal
and academic growth. ABC University attracts the finest quality
faculty and student body, and offers the finest computer lab in
the country. Beyond the academic learning I was able to attain
at ABC University, my experience attending the most stimulating
and diversified educational institution in the country also
helped me develop certain qualities that I consider to be
valuable to my future development. When I was in high school, I
was considered to be a very gifted student but most of my time
was devoted to the study of science. However, since my knowledge
in computer and science was generally much better than that of
my fellow students when I entered the university, I was allowed
to pace my own personal schedule and thereby taking up more time
in extracurricular pursuits of my interest. This experience has
made me a better-rounded individual.
My educational background can be
best described by overall high academic standards and by high
achievement in my special interest fields. During my university
years I acquired an accumulated 3.7 grade point average and
performed particularly well in classes that emphasized on
rigorous analytical skills and creativity. As a computer science
and information engineering major, I received a complete
training in analyzing and manipulating a variety of computer
concepts and theories. It was through my study that I have come
to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the limitless
potential of the world of computers.
My aspiration to become an expert
in computer science drew me into serious study and research in
this field. During the second semester of my junior year at ABC,
I performed my seminar project, Robot PC Server, under the
instruction of my advisor, Professor John Doe. In this
independent project I utilized Normad 200TM designed by Nomadic
Technologies Inc. with an intent to convert the server of UNIX
Version to PC. By doing so, I could manipulate robot with a
Notebook. Through applying Radio Modem as a data medium, and
Laser, Sonar, Infra as detecting sensors, as well as artificial
intelligence programming, I was able to control effectively the
robot movements.
In addition, on the process of
working on the term project for "Computer Graphics"
during my senior year, I worked with two fellow students of mine
to complete the Quick Time Vertical Reality (QVR) System for our
campus network system. This was an Image-based Walk-through
System. I was mainly responsible for the image processing work
in this project. Through applying computer simulation I
simulated the campus view of ABC with several pictures.
Another independent project in that I was
involved in, took place when I was undertaking "Advanced
Computer Graphics" under Professor John Smith. I utilized
the SGI Workstation and OpenGL to accomplish my term project
entitled "Facial Texture Mapping". I used my own head
photos as texture, through modifying the generic head model (for
specific person), I was able to create a vivid mapping texture
effect and rotate the model in real time speed to any desired
angle. From this experience, I developed quite a predilection
for software design and manipulation in generic head model
modification. Through studying how to generate different facial
expressions and how to render realistic three-dimensional images
from two-dimensional scanned images, my exposure in this project
has given me a hands-on knowledge in the scientific and
technical skills necessary to excel and prosper in the graduate
program.
During my last semester at ABC, I worked with
two other classmates on the project: Intelligent Query and
Searching System on WWW. Under the supervision of Professor John
Doe and Professor Grace Jones, we successfully accomplished this
intelligent agent project that integrated techniques in network,
database, and artificial intelligence.
In addition to my present work as
teaching assistant at the Department of Computer Engineering
& Information Science, I also have the opportunity to
participate in a healthcare network project developed by ABC
University Hospital's Medical Engineering Center. Under the
direction of the project originator Michael Jordan who is the
Director of the Medical Engineering Center, and Professor Tom
Hanks and Professor John Doe, we attempted to promote the idea
of building a national healthcare network system that would help
improve efficiency and effectiveness of our country's present
National Health Insurance Program. In this project we designed
several computerized simulation systems that included medical
science reference databank, patients' medical history databank,
healthcare service information management systems, computerized
registration systems, healthcare payment systems, and health
service monitoring system, etc.
It is after careful deliberation
I have come to the conclusion that a formal and systematic
training in computer science will be the best way for me to
accelerate my professional advancement. My undergraduate and
professional experiences have allowed me to realize the
importance of computer technology in my country's future growth
and has made me committed toward developing my skills in this
field, so that one day I may contribute to Taiwan's development
in a more valuable and professional manner. From my
undergraduate education in mathematics I have received a solid
related academic background from that to pursue my academic
interests at a higher level. My experiences working as lab
administrator and research assistant, on the other hand, have
given me an interesting outlook that will enable me to
contribute to class discussions and group projects. I sincerely
look forward to having the opportunity to attending your
University.
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