Electrical Engineering M.S.

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Minimum Requirements for Electrical Engineering M.S. Degree: 32 credits

Credits
General University Requirements
Complete the graduate general university requirements.
Master’s Degree Requirements
Complete the master's degree requirements.
Electrical Engineering Program Requirements
Complete one of the following options:32
Thesis
Non-Thesis Project
Non-Thesis Coursework
Total Credits32

Thesis

Credits
Master’s Degree Requirements
Complete the master’s degree requirements.
Thesis Option Requirements
Complete the following:
EE F699Thesis6-12
Additional credits20-26
Total Credits32

Note: At least 26 credits must be at the F600 level.

Non-thesis Project

Credits
Master’s Degree Requirements
Complete the master’s degree requirements.
Non-thesis Project Option Requirements
Complete the following:
EE F698Non-thesis Research/Project 11-6
Additional credits26-31
Total Credits32

Note: At least 26 credits must be at the F600 level.

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 An oral project presentation and defense are required. The project will be archived in the UAF Rasmuson Library.

Non-thesis Coursework

Credits
Master’s Degree Requirements
Complete the master's degree requirements.
Non-thesis Coursework Option Requirements
Complete the following:
Additional credits32
Total Credits32

Note: At least 26 credits must be at the F600 level.

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Admission Requirements

Complete the following general university admission requirements for graduate programs:

  1. Submit an application for admission

  2. Submit official transcripts

  3. Official test results: GRE scores are not required for this program, but may be considered if submitted

  4. Submit resume/curriculum vitae

  5. Submit statement of academic goals

  6. Submit 2 letters of recommendation​

International Students: Please consult UAF’s most recent application requirements regarding English language proficiency.

Additional program admission requirements and information:

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering offers both thesis and non-thesis master’s degrees.  The department considers a number of factors for admissions.

Typically, students require:

  • A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field from an accredited, government-recognized university
  • A GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0) or equivalent from your undergraduate degree
  • GRE is optional for all applicants. Be aware that applicants with a lower GPA, or from a school that the department may not be familiar with, may benefit from providing strong GRE scores.
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
  • Official transcripts are required for admissions; however, unofficial transcripts may be used for review
  • Statement of goals should specify one of the following:
    • Thesis option: Specify that you are interested in pursuing an M.S. with a thesis. Describe the primary research area you are interested in pursuing as a graduate student in an essay approximately one page in length. The essay should discuss specific research interests shared with our faculty.
    • Non-thesis option: Specify that you are interested in pursuing an MS without a thesis. Describe your objectives in pursuing an advanced degree. This should be a brief, one-page summary of your career goals and pertinent experience.

Evaluations for admissions are conducted on an ongoing basis.

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering has a small number of highly competitive teaching and research assistantships available. Reviews for these assistantships start in January for the following academic year.

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Roadmaps

Roadmaps provide suggested semester-by-semester study plans for programs and are based on full-time enrollment, unless otherwise specified.

  • This roadmap should be used in conjunction with regular academic advising sessions. All students are encouraged to meet with their advisor or mentor each semester.
  • Certain courses and milestones must be completed in the specified semester to ensure on-time graduation.
  • Transfer credits may affect the roadmap.
  • Requirements, course availability, and sequencing may change.
  • Courses marked with (*) are recommended.

Thesis Option

First Year
FallCreditsSpringCredits
Program Elective3Program Elective3
Program Elective3Program Elective3
Program Elective3Program Elective3
 9 9
Second Year
FallCreditsSpringCredits
EE F699183EE F699185
Program Elective3Program Elective3
 6 8
Total Credits 32

Footnote Definitions

General Education Requirements Degree Requirements Program & Other Requirements
1--Communication 8--Alaska Native-themed 20--Program Requirement
2--Arts 9--Communication 21--Capstone Requirement
3--Humanities 10--Computation 22--Concentration Course
4--Social Sciences 11--Ethics 23--General Elective
5--Additional Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences 12--Humanities 24--Minor Course
6--Mathematics 13--Human Relations 25--Upper Division
7--Natural Sciences 14--Humanities or Social Sciences 26--Program Elective
15--Library & Information Research
16--Mathematics
17--Natural Sciences
18--Other
19--Social Sciences

Non-thesis Project Option

First Year
FallCreditsSpringCredits
Program Elective3Program Elective3
Program Elective3Program Elective3
Program Elective3Program Elective3
 9 9
Second Year
FallCreditsSpringCredits
EE F69818,213EE F69818,213
Program Elective3Program Elective3
Program Elective2 
 8 6
Total Credits 32

Footnote Definitions

General Education Requirements Degree Requirements Program & Other Requirements
1--Communication 8--Alaska Native-themed 20--Program Requirement
2--Arts 9--Communication 21--Capstone Requirement
3--Humanities 10--Computation 22--Concentration Course
4--Social Sciences 11--Ethics 23--General Elective
5--Additional Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences 12--Humanities 24--Minor Course
6--Mathematics 13--Human Relations 25--Upper Division
7--Natural Sciences 14--Humanities or Social Sciences 26--Program Elective
15--Library & Information Research
16--Mathematics
17--Natural Sciences
18--Other
19--Social Sciences

 Non-thesis Coursework Option

First Year
FallCreditsSpringCredits
Program Elective3Program Elective3
Program Elective3Program Elective3
 Program Elective2
 6 8
Second Year
FallCreditsSpringCredits
Program Elective3Program Elective3
Program Elective3Program Elective3
Program Elective3Program Elective3
 9 9
Total Credits 32

Footnote Definitions

General Education Requirements Degree Requirements Program & Other Requirements
1--Communication 8--Alaska Native-themed 20--Program Requirement
2--Arts 9--Communication 21--Capstone Requirement
3--Humanities 10--Computation 22--Concentration Course
4--Social Sciences 11--Ethics 23--General Elective
5--Additional Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences 12--Humanities 24--Minor Course
6--Mathematics 13--Human Relations 25--Upper Division
7--Natural Sciences 14--Humanities or Social Sciences 26--Program Elective
15--Library & Information Research
16--Mathematics
17--Natural Sciences
18--Other
19--Social Sciences

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Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes are specific, measurable statements that define the knowledge and skills students will gain by the end of the program.

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  • An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering
  • An ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems and develop critical thinking skills
  • An ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form
  • An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice
  • An ability to perform guided research
  • Broad expert knowledge in the field of electrical engineering and depth expert knowledge in a discipline of electrical engineering
  • Students attain degree in a reasonable timeframe