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 March 19, 2024, the Bio-inspired Electronics Research Area conducted a comprehensive seminar led by Dr. Yaqub Mahnashi, the Research Area Coordinator, along with Dr. Hussam Alshammari and Dr. Abdullah Al-Othman, both affiliates of the Research Area. The seminar aimed to introduce the research area and examine the specific research focuses and ongoing projects of the participants. It also involved interactive discussions with students, providing an opportunity to delve into relevant topics and engage in discussions regarding recent advancements within this specialized field of research.
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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