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.
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On December 3, 2024, Dr. Wail A. Mousa led a seminar titled Innovation Driven Enterprises (IDE) Startup Ventures. The session explored the definition and significance of IDEs in today’s business world, offering insights into how to build impactful ventures.
Dr. Wail shared strategies for transforming ideas into successful businesses, focusing on market gaps, technological innovation, and sustainable business models. He emphasized the importance of creativity, risk-taking, and innovation for entrepreneurs. The seminar concluded with an engaging Q&A, providing participants with practical advice for navigating the challenges of building a startup.
The following are the highlights of the event:
This seminar explores what defines IDEs, their importance in today’s world, and how to create them. Participants will gain insights into building impactful ventures, fostering innovation, and turning ideas into thriving businesses.
Building 59-2004
03 Dec, 2024
12:00 PM - 12:50 PM
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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