More information on these programs is available below. The MSEE is a traditional, research-oriented degree, and requires a thesis to be defended before a faculty committee. The student is responsible for seeking out a faculty member who is interested in directing the student's research. The minimum number of hours for the MSEE is 30 hours.
Course work comprises the following.
The MEE program is a non-thesis masters program that provides advanced level instruction emphasizing engineering practice. The MEE program also offers an opportunity for the practicing electrical engineer to obtain a graduate level degree having a focus on engineering design, systems operation, manufacturing, and management. The minimum number of hours for the MEE is 36 hours. Course work comprises the following. In addition, the student can select from non-ECE courses, including courses in the Cullen College of Engineering, the College of Business Administration, and the College of Natural Science and Mathematics.