Program Overview

College of Engineering Department of Electrical Engineering

The College of Engineering at the American University of Sharjah offers a range of programs through its Department of Electrical Engineering. These programs are designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in electrical engineering, preparing them for successful careers in the field.

Programs

The Department of Electrical Engineering offers the following programs:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Intelligent Systems and Mechatronics Engineering
• Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
• Minor in Electrical Engineering
• PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) is an accredited program that provides students with a solid foundation in science and mathematics. This four-year degree program is designed to cater to the ever-evolving needs of the world, offering breadth and depth of knowledge across key areas of electrical engineering.

Mission Statement

The mission of the electrical engineering program is to promote and maintain excellence in teaching and learning, equipping students with strong core competencies in electrical engineering. The program aims to empower students with the skills required for successful professional careers and to enhance faculty expertise in research and development.

Program Educational Objectives

The objectives of the electrical engineering program are to produce graduates who will:

• Be successful engineers as members or leaders of a team
• Possess effective communication skills and continue to improve technical and non-technical competencies
• Demonstrate social, ethical, and professional responsibilities

Student Outcomes

Upon graduation, students in electrical engineering should demonstrate:

• An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems
• An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs
• An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
• An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations
• An ability to function effectively on a team
• An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
• An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed

Program Admission and Degree Data

• Number of Admitted Students:
  • Fall 2020: 34
  • Fall 2021: 57
  • Fall 2022: 40
  • Fall 2023: 52
  • Fall 2024: 48
  • Fall 2025: 49
• Number of Graduates:
  • AY 19-20: 73
  • AY 20-21: 48
  • AY 21-22: 62
  • AY 22-23: 52
  • AY 23-24: 34
  • AY 24-25: 54

Degree Plan and Flow Chart

For detailed information on program requirements and course descriptions, please refer to the online catalogs. Degree flow charts are also available for planning purposes.

Facilities

The Department of Electrical Engineering is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including:

• Biomedical Electronics Laboratory
• Communications and Signal Processing Laboratory
• Control Systems Laboratory
• Electric Circuits Laboratory
• Electric Machines and Power Electronics Laboratory
• Electronic Product Innovation Center (EPIC)
• Electronics Laboratory
• High Voltage Lab
• Industrial Control Laboratory
• Measurement and Instrumentation Laboratory
• Microwave Imaging and Nondestructive Evaluation Laboratory (MINEL)
• Power Systems Laboratory
• Renewable Energy and E-Mobility Laboratory

These facilities provide students with hands-on experience and the opportunity to work on projects that advance the frontiers of science and technology.