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, 2025, the Electrical Engineering (EE) Department at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM) hosted a seminar titled “Innovative Energy Efficiency Solutions: Paving the Path to Sustainability.” The seminar was delivered by Mr. Thamer Alharbi, Business Development Manager for ABB Motion Saudi Arabia.
The talk emphasized that energy efficiency is one of the fastest and most effective pathways to reduce energy use, lower operational costs, and support long-term sustainability goals. Mr. Alharbi presented innovative motor, drive, and digital solutions that help industries improve energy performance, with practical examples of how these technologies can be deployed to enhance efficiency across industrial processes.
A key part of the seminar focused on real-world applications in pumps, fans, compressors, and HVAC systems, supported by case studies from Saudi Arabia and the region. The session also highlighted how energy-efficiency initiatives align with Vision 2030, contribute to decarbonization, and enable more sustainable industrial operations—offering engineers, managers, and students actionable ideas they can apply within their own organizations.
The following are the highlights of the event:
Electric Mobility: Recent Trends in EVs and Charging Technologies
Presenting Research with Impact: Conference Strategies and Responsible AI Use
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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