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Graduate Studies
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering offers programs of study leading to the degrees of Master of Science in Electrical Engineering and Master of Science in Computer Engineering and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.). The Ph.D. program is administered by the College of Engineering. These programs offer high-level graduate courses and a close student-faculty interaction. The master's program requires 30 semester credit hours of study, including at least 21 course credits and up to 9 credits of research. Students may elect to write a thesis or choose a non-thesis option. The main objective of the M.S. graduate programs is to provide a balance of theory and practical knowledge.

Certificate Programs

Various graduate Certificate programs are offered by the department. These are designed for the working engineering professional who wishes to expand his/her technical expertise. In addition, since 1998, many graduate courses have been offered at off-campus sites and via distance education.  Graduate certificate concentration areas include:

Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) students may specialize in:

  • Communications and Signal Processing
  • Microwave Systems, Photonics, and Antennas
  • Solid State Devices and Electronics
  • Intelligent Systems and Control
  • Electric Power Systems and Control
  • Digital Systems

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Masters of Science in Computer Engineering (MSCPE) students may specialize in:

  • Digital Systems and VLSI Design
  • Software Engineering
  • Computer Systems Architecture