ONLINE MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER
ENGINEERING
CREATE THE
TECHNOLOGY
OF TOMOR-
ROW
SINCE THE FOUNDING OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA IN 1885, OUR ENGINEERING PROGRAM HAS BEEN FOCUSED ON PROVIDING PRACTICAL, CAREER-DRIVEN PROGRAMS THAT CAN LEAD OUR STUDENTS TO REAL-WORLD SUCCESS. OUR ONLINE PROGRAM IN ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING IS DRIVEN BY THE SAME GOAL, PROVIDING THE ADVANCED EDUCATION YOU NEED TO HELP TECHNOLOGICAL VENTURES
DISCOVER NEW HORIZONS.
Through dedicated research, faculty leadership, and a committed
community of students, the Department of Electrical and
Computer Engineering (ECE) makes groundbreaking contributions
to technological solutions that address the world’s most pressing
problems. Ranked among the top 50 electrical and computer
engineering departments in the country according to U.S. News &
World Report, the UA’s ECE instructors and students have proven
critical to maintaining Arizona’s status as a national center of the
high-tech industry.
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE – BOUNDLESS INNOVATION
The programs offered by the ECE
department are flexible and varied, offering
a comprehensive path to professional
development for engineers in several different
industries. Through longstanding partnerships
with some of the foremost technology
companies in the country, including Raytheon,
Intel, IBM, Qualcomm, Motorola, Microsoft,
Honeywell, Texas Instruments, GM, Agilent,
NASA, Boeing, and Pixar, graduates have gone
on to pursue advanced positions in companies
that pursue constant innovation and shape the
future of the world.
As technology evolves at an astounding pace,
skilled engineers that can find innovative
solutions to emerging problems – both in
developing new ideas and improving old ones –
will find themselves consistently in demand
in the global marketplace. The online Master
of Science (M.S.) in Electrical and Computer
Engineering is designed with the input of
industry leaders and led by expert faculty to
help you gain this critical skill set and lead the
way to a promising future.
The program is a perfect fit for working engineers
looking to enter a more design-oriented role,
playing a central part in the creation and
planning phase of new technologies. Through
the flexible, customizable curriculum, you’ll have
the opportunity to focus your coursework on
the areas of engineering that interest you most,
from communications and signal processing to
advanced computer systems and networks. You
can choose to specialize in one of the following
areas, completing a focused academic plan that
suits your goals:
• High-performance Computing
• Digital Signal Processing,
Communications, and Control
• Computer Networks
• Software Engineering and
Artificial Intelligence
• Detection and Estimation
• Holography and Diffractive Optics
• Simulation Modeling and
Heterogeneous Systems Design
• Wireless Communications and Networks
CURRICULUM
ADMISSIONS
The University of Arizona’s dedication towards the constant pursuit of innovation is evident in each one of our online degree programs. Each course is provided in a convenient, 100% online format, with some offering live lectures recorded in the classroom and uploaded to the digital learning platform within the day. This connects you directly to the modern, leading curriculum that defines our on-cam-pus experience.
With the convenience of online learning, you can pursue the program on your own schedule while continuing to work full-time.
Customized Curriculum to Suit Your Goals
The curriculum allows for a high degree of
flexibility, giving you the opportunity to build
a course of study that suits your academic and
professional goals. Every course reflects UA’s
high standards of academic rigor, preparing
you to design and implement electrical and
computer engineering systems that meet
specifications and demonstrate mastery of the
ECE coursework.
Before the end of the first semester, you’ll
be asked to submit a Draft Plan of Study
detailing your intended coursework. This plan
must comprise 30 units of required graduate
coursework (500- or 600-level) and fulfill the
following requirements:
• A maximum of 9 units of non UA ECE
coursework. All non UA ECE coursework
must be pre-approved by the Graduate
Studies Committee prior to registration.
• All requirements for the master’s degree
must be completed within 6 years to ensure
currency of knowledge. Time-to-degree
begins with the earliest course listed on the
Plan of Study, including credits transferred
from other institutions. Work more than 6
years old is not accepted toward degree
requirements.
Additionally, a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
must be maintained on all coursework taken.
Example Courses: • ECE 501B Advanced Linear Systems Theory
• ECE 503 Probability and Random Processes
for Engineering Applications
• ECE 505 Model-Integrated Computing
• ECE 506 Reconfigurable Computing
• ECE 509 Cyber Security - Concept, Theory,
Practice
• ECE 527 Holography and Diffractive Optics
• ECE 529 Digital Signal Processing
• ECE 530 Optical Communication Systems
• ECE 535A Digital Communications Systems I
• ECE 541A Automatic Control
• ECE 542 Digital Control Systems
• ECE 562 Computer Architecture and Design
• ECE 564 Advanced Topics in Computer Networks
• ECE 566 Knowledge-System Engineering
To browse the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering’s complete graduate course
catalog, please visit ece.engineering.arizona.edu/grad-programs/courses.
• ECE 573 Software Engineering Concepts
• ECE 578 Fundamentals of Computer Networks
• ECE 579 Principles of Artificial Intelligence
• ECE 639 Detection and Estimation in
Engineering Systems
Ideal candidates for the online graduate programs
in engineering offered by the University of Arizona
will meet the following admissions standards:
• Minimum 3.0 GPA in previous academic coursework.
• Graduated from an accredited engineering bachelor’s program or have earned a degree in a related discipline
GPA Exceptions – Non-degree-seeking Status
If you do not meet the minimum 3.0 GPA
requirement with your undergraduate coursework,
you may be admitted to the Graduate College as a
Non-degree student. After completing 12 semester
units of non-degree graded 500-level or higher
coursework with a minimum grade-point average of
3.0, you will be eligible to apply to a degree program.
To apply for any of the University of Arizona’s
online programs in engineering, please follow the
process explained here:
• Complete the online application*, which can be found at: apply.grad.arizona.edu/users/login
• Upload other required materials through the online application process:
⋅ Unofficial transcripts from all universities/colleges attended
⋅ An updated resume or CV ⋅ A brief statement of intent ⋅ Three letters of recommendation ⋅ International students must also meet
English proficiency requirements. This can be done by submitting TOEFL, IELTS, or Pearson PTE Academic results.
• If admitted, send official academic transcripts to:
Graduate CollegeThe University of ArizonaAdministration 322PO Box 210066Tucson, AZ 85721-0066
Please note that GRE scores are not required.
* The process requires the payment of a $95 application fee for international applications, $85 for domestic applications, and $45 for domestic, non-degree seeking applicants.
Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering
A History of Excellence and Innovation
We’re proud to offer these programs at a competitive tuition cost to profession-als around the world. For more information about fees and tuition costs, please visit online.engineering.arizona.edu/tuition.
We encourage all students to explore the many funding options available, whether through federal or private loans. Grants and scholarships may also be available. Please visit financialaid.arizona.edu for more information.
Since its founding in 1885, the University of Arizona has stood as a national leader in practical education that helps students achieve incredible things. Our mission is to graduate students who are sought after by employers and prepared to embark on engaging, fulfilling careers.
Equipped with skills, knowledge, experience, and the entrepreneurial spirit they gain at the UA, our students become highly-skilled members of society who lead with determination, innovate without limits and benefit our state, our nation, and the world in boundless ways.
The learning materials provided through our online platform are diverse, dynamic, and engaging. Every piece of learning content is shaped by expert faculty and based on our proven on-campus programs. In fact, as an online student, you’ll have access to lectures and presentations that were recorded live during a relevant on-campus class session, allowing you to attend class without ever stepping foot in a classroom.
If you have any further questions or would like to begin the application process, please contact an Admissions Counselor:
Phone: (888) 658-2042Email: [email protected] visit: online.engineering.arizona.edu
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