Electrical and Computer Engineering
Dr. Jing Wang,
Graduate Program Coordinator
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering offers a graduate program leading to the degree of Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE). The goal of the program is to enhance the student’s understanding of advanced concepts in core areas of modern electrical and computer engineering and to enrich the student’s design and/or research skills in a specialization of the student’s choice.
Students work closely with the ECE graduate program coordinator to write a program of study best suited to their background and interests. Course sequences, design projects, and research are available in cyber-physical system, computer engineering, controls and robotics, Internet of Things (IoT) and networking, Machine learning and AI, RF and wireless communication, and signal processing. The ECE department has excellent computer and laboratory facilities to support advanced studies in these areas.
Degree Requirements
A total of 33 credit hours is required for the degree and students may elect either a thesis option, project option, or course only option. The specific requirements for each option are as follows:
Thesis Option
Recommended for investigating a problem in depth for a semester or more
- 27 hours of approved courses including
- two 9-hour specializations
- 6 hours of approved courses containing advanced math
- 3 hours of approved ECE or technical electives
- 6 hours of thesis in one of the student's specializations
- Comprehensive assessment: Thesis presentation and demonstration
Project Option
Recommended for investigating a problem in depth for a semester
- 30 hours of approved courses meeting the following conditions:
- two 9-hour specializations
- 6 hours of approved courses containing advanced math
- 6 hours of approved ECE or technical electives
- 3 hours research project or design project in one of the student's specializations
- Comprehensive assessment: Project presentation and demonstration
Course-Only Option
Recommended for industry-bound students who wish to complete the program in fast track
- 33 hours of approved courses meeting the following conditions:
- one 12-hour specialization
- one 9-hour specialization
- 6 hours of approved courses containing advanced math
- 6 hours of approved ECE or technical electives
- Comprehensive assessment: Written or oral exam in the area of specializations.
For the student who chooses thesis option or project option, technical electives must be approved by the student’s academic advisor. For the student with the course-only option, technical electives must be approved by the ECE graduate program coordinator. See academic advisor for the updated list of technical electives. A comprehensive assessment is required as stated above to receive the MSEE degree.
Students should work with the program coordinator to create a course plan by the end of the first semester. The plan lists the courses required for completion of MSEE. Courses not on the approved plan may not be counted towards the MSEE degree. Changes in the plan should be discussed with the ECE graduate program coordinator prior to registering.
Admission
Successful completion of an undergraduate electrical or computer engineering or similar program is required for admission. Applicant must submit material described in the general admission requirements of Graduate Education. Plans of study are also available for those with non-electrical engineering or non-engineering undergraduate degrees. Further information can be obtained by contacting the ECE graduate program coordinator.
This is the official catalog for the 2022-2023 academic year. This catalog serves as a contract between a student and Bradley University. Should changes in a program of study become necessary prior to the next academic year every effort will be made to keep students advised of any such changes via the Dean of the College or Chair of the Department concerned, the Registrar's Office, u.Achieve degree audit system, and the Schedule of Classes. It is the responsibility of each student to be aware of the current program and graduation requirements for particular degree programs.