The Electrical Engineering department at KFUPM came into existence with the establishment of the University of Petroleum & Minerals in 1967. It is one of the largest departments in the University with an average number of students being approximately 900, 16% of whom are in the graduate program. The department provides 2 four-year undergraduate programs, Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and Physics. The graduate program offers Master of Science and Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering, Master of Science in Telecommunication Engineering, Master of Sustainable and Renewable Energy, Master of Wireless Communication Networks, and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering.
The department has about 61 full-time faculty members in 6 specialized areas of research. The Groups in the department are: Energy Systems, Communications, Electronics, Control Systems, Electromagnetics, and Digital Signal Processing. Additionally, a pool of experienced engineers and technicians maintain more than 30 laboratories in the department.
To be globally known for skillful graduates and quality research with focus on national needs.
On February 27, 2024, the Applied Electromagnetics Research Area hosted a comprehensive discussion seminar led by Dr. Mohammad Alhassoun, the Research Area Coordinator, along with Dr. Sharif Sheikh, Dr. Hussein Attia, and Dr. Ahmed Omar, who are Research Area affiliates. The seminar not only introduced the research area but also explored the specific research interests and ongoing projects of the participants. The session included engaging interactions with students, offering a platform to delve into relevant topics and discuss the recent developments in this particular research field.
The following are the highlights of the event:
The Electrical Engineering Department (EE) at KFUPM provides a world-class education and innovative learning experiences for both undergraduate and graduate students.
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