Master's Degree Powerpoint Presentation

The department offers graduate programs leading to the Master of Engineering and Master of Science degrees in Electrical Engineering and in Computer and Systems Engineering. In all cases, particular emphasis is placed on developing a coherent individualized plan of study with the help of a faculty adviser.

Master of Engineering Program- This is a one-year program designed to prepare graduates for professional careers in electrical and/or computer engineering. Students entering the program typically hold accredited bachelor’s degrees in appropriate branches of engineering. A master’s thesis or project is not required.

The Plan of Study consists of 30 credit hours beyond the bachelor’s degree, including:

• At least 18 credit hours in 6000-level courses;
  
• At least 21 credit hours in ECSE courses; (up to 6 of these credits may be from a related technical area with the approval of the department).
  
• A three-course concentration to provide depth in an approved technical area;
  
• A two-course sequence taken outside the department to provide breadth;
  
• Minimum 3.0 QPA.
  
• An information sheet giving the requirements for several areas of specialization is available for all accepted students.

Qualified ECSE undergraduates who are considering this graduate degree are encouraged to apply during the third year of the baccalaureate program. Early admission allows integrated planning for both degrees, and excess courses taken during the baccalaureate program may be applied to the requirements for the Master of Engineering.

Master of Science Program- This program is designed to prepare students for researchoriented careers and eventual pursuit of a doctoral degree. A six-credit master’s thesis or project is usually required, but it may be waived for students who can submit a document of previous individual work that demonstrates equivalency in depth and presentation. Waivers are granted by the director of master’s programs and must be replaced with six credit hours of course work.

The Plan of Study consists of 30 credit hours beyond the bachelor’s degree, including:

• At least 18 credit hours in 6000-level courses and the thesis/project;
  
• At least 21 credit hours in ECSE courses; (up to 6 of these credits may be from a related technical area with the approval of the department).
  

Programs that do not include 21 credit hours from ECSE must have prior approval from the director of master’s programs. Students who do not have adequate preparation for their chosen area of specialization may need to take background courses in addition to the 30 credit hours. An information sheet giving the requirements for several areas of specialization is available for all accepted students.