• ECE 3251

    Electromagnetic Energy Conversion Lab
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    3.87

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    This lab provides practical exposure and continuation of the topics covered in the lecture sections of ECE 3250. Topics include principles of measurement and analysis using computerized instrumentation. Co-requisite ECE 3250

  • ECE 3501

    Special Topics in Electrical and Computer Engineering
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    3.33

     Difficulty

    1.50

     GPA

    3.87

    Last Taught

    Spring 2025

    A third-level undergraduate course covering a topic not normally covered in the course offerings. The topic usually reflects new developments in the electrical and computer engineering field. Offering is based on student and faculty interests.

  • ECE 4991

    Electrical Engineering Capstone
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    3.90

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    Spring 2026

    Design, analysis and testing of an electrical system to meet specific needs, considering applicable standards, health, safety, welfare, and societal impacts as well as tradeoff and constraint considerations. Semester-long team project develops physical prototype (not simulation). Counts major design experience for students in ECE. Prerequisites (ECE 3430 or ECE 3502 ECR II) AND (ECE 3750 or ECE 2700) AND 4th year standing

  • ECE 6465

    Human-Robot Interaction
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    3.91

    Last Taught

    Spring 2025

    Interactions between robots and humans are influenced by form, function and expectations. Quantitative techniques evaluate performance of specific tasks and functions. Qualitative techniques are used to evaluate the interaction and to understand expectations and perceptions of the human side of the interaction. Students use humanoid robots to develop and evaluate interactions within a specific application context.

  • ECE 2200

    Applied Physics
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    4.71

     Difficulty

    1.47

     GPA

    3.91

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    An applied physics course in electricity and magnetism, with emphasis on the technologies derived from them. An integrated lab component will provide team-based, hands-on examples and reviews of key concepts. Calculus 3 (Multivariable) may be taken concurrently; however, students should be proficient with vectors and calculus, including the chain rule and trigonometric functions. Co-requisite:  APMA 2120 or equivalent, and Prerequisite: PHYS 1425 and APMA 1110 or equivalent.

  • ECE 3780

    Foundations of Data Analysis
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    Spring 2026

    This course is an introduction to the foundations behind modern data analysis and machine learning. The first part of the course covers selected topics from probability theory and linear algebra that are key components of modern data analysis. Next, we cover multivariate statistical techniques for dimensionality reduction, regression, and classification. Finally, we survey recent topics in machine learning. Prerequisite: CS 2130

  • ECE 4130

    Fundamentals of Photovoltaics and Solar Energy
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    Spring 2026

    This course introduces photovoltaics and solar energy generation and gives an overview of the subject. The course will describe the operation of photovoltaic cells and efficiency improvements, industrial processes, solar thermal power generation, thin films, and nanomaterials for photovoltaics and future technologies.  Prerequisites: ECE 2200 or PHYS 2415 and APMA 2130 or MATH 3250.

  • ECE 4230

    Optical and Quantum Electronics
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    Fall 2025

    Quantum electronics, the study of light and matter interaction, has become the cornerstone in many areas of optical science and technology. This course reviews the principles of lasers then introduces the generalized nonlinear wave equations. This course will cover typical nonlinear effects and their applications in telecommunication, ultrafast laser, quantum computing/information and chemical/bio spectroscopy.  Prerequisite: ECE 3209.

  • ECE 4380

    AI Hardware
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    Fall 2025

    This course explores the intricacies of AI hardware, including the current landscape and anticipating the necessary developments in response to AI's rapid growth and widespread integration across all computing tiers. Through this exploration, you will gain an understanding of both the existing technologies and the future challenges in AI hardware design and implementation. Prerequisites: ECE 2330 or CS 2130. 

  • ECE 4430

    Real-time Embedded Systems
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    Spring 2026

    This course explores advanced embedded systems topics such as design and validation of embedded computing systems, embedded C programming, real-time operating systems for microcontrollers, safety and security, cyber-physical systems, Internet of Things, and robotics. The course includes hands-on experience, paper presentations, and discussions.  Prerequisite: ECE 3430