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 February 20, 2024, Dr. Wessam Mesbah, the coordinator of the Quantum Communications research area, organized a seminar in the field of Quantum Communications. Dr. Mohammad Felemban from the COE department also played a pivotal role in the seminar, actively participating and adeptly addressing attendees' questions regarding Quantum Communications. The seminar served as an introduction to the research area, providing insights into the specific interests and ongoing projects of the participants. Students actively engaged in the event, leading to interactive discussions on pertinent field topics and the latest research advancements in the area.
The following are the highlights of the event:
This seminar provides a concise overview of the rapidly growing fields of Quantum Information and Quantum Communications. We will introduce core quantum mechanics concepts and explore how these ideas are applied in advanced communication systems. The seminar will also cover the potential of quantum technologies to revolutionize information processing and secure data transmission. It aims to offer a clear understanding of the principles and future possibilities in these exciting areas of research.
Building 59-2018
22 Oct, 2024
01:00 PM - 01:50 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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