Master of Science in Electrical Engineering

The purpose of this degree is to prepare students for advanced study, research, or professional practice in the field of electrical engineering. The program builds a strong foundation in both theoretical and practical aspects of electrical engineering, covering areas such as power systems, electronics, signal processing, machine vision, artificial intelligence, communications, microelectronics, control systems, and electromagnetics. Students have the option to pursue thesis research under the guidance of a faculty adviser. The program is typically completed in three semesters of full-time study.

The M.S.EE program offers two optional specializations: 1) Power Systems and Power Electronics, intended for students interested in energy conversion, power electronics, renewable energy systems, smart grids, and advanced power system design; and 2) Microelectronics, designed for students interested in semiconductor devices, VLSI design, nanoelectronics, and integrated circuit design. Each specialization allows students to tailor coursework toward advanced topics while maintaining a strong foundation in core electrical engineering principles.

The admission requirements follow the existing admission requirements for master’s programs in the ECE department. Students whose accredited B.S. degree is not in electrical engineering may pursue the M.S.EE, provided that they have an adequate background and can demonstrate proficiency in the material contained in the following undergraduate courses:

A student may demonstrate proficiency by successfully completing the courses or by demonstrating satisfactory performance in one or more special examinations administered by the department.

The program of study includes a minimum of 30 credit hours of acceptable graduate coursework. A minimum of 18 credit hours must be taken at the 500-level or higher. Up to six credit hours of ECE short courses may be applied to the degree. Students, with advisers’ approval, select courses appropriate to their needs and interests. An M.S.EE candidate may, with permission of a thesis adviser, include in their program a thesis of six credit hours. The thesis option is strongly recommended for students intending to pursue doctoral studies, and it requires a written thesis and an oral defense of the thesis. Thesis format and deadlines are set by the Graduate College.

EE Major Courses

Communications and Signal Processing

Computers and Microelectronics

Power and Control