Electrical Engineering (Ph.D.)

Location(s): Brookings Main Campus

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Program Coordinator/Contact

Sungyong Jung, Department Head
Xiaojun Xian, Assistant Professor and Graduate Coordinator
McComish Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Daktronics Engineering Hall 214, Box 2222
605-688-4526

Program Information

The program offers a variety of courses that encompass a broad range of Electrical Engineering areas including: alternative energy and power systems, computer engineering, communications, electronic materials, devices and sensors, nano technology, photovoltaic devices and systems, microelectronic circuits and systems, and signal and image processing. The department’s graduate faculty conduct active research in these areas using modern research facilities and equipment.

Course Delivery Format

A majority of the courses are taught on campus in smart classrooms. The smart classrooms allow for a variety of methods for student engagement and faculty are able to record and post their lectures online. Additionally, some courses are offered remotely in collaboration with other Ph.D. granting institutions in the state.

Available Options for Graduate Degrees

Doctor of Philosophy

72 Credit Plan

Core Requirements

EE 898D - Dissertation (COM) Credits: 1-6 (30 credits required)
Electives Credits: 34-36

Select from the following

Select 6-8 credits from the following list. Credits: 6-8

EE 536 - Photovoltaic Systems Engineering Credits: 3
EE 536L - Photovoltaic Systems Engineering Laboratory Credits: 1
EE 554 - Biomedical Instrumentation and Electrical Safety Credits: 3
EE 560 - Sensors and Measurements Credits: 2
EE 560L - Sensors and Measurements Lab Credits: 1
EE 569 - Fundamentals of High-Performance Computing Credits: 3
EE 575 - Digital Image Processing Credits: 3
EE 733 - Advanced Power System Analysis Credits: 3
EE 733L - Advanced Power System Analysis Lab Credits: 1

Courses Supporting the Ph.D. Program

Students may apply up to 24 credits of coursework and up to 6 research credits from a previous M.S. degree to the Ph.D. requirements, subject to approval by the student’s graduate advisory committee. The 6 research credits transferred must be EE 798 - Thesis (COM) or equivalent coursework.

Additional Admission Requirements

GRE: Not required
TOEFL: 90-91 Internet-based
TOEFL Essentials: 9.5
IELTS: 6.5
Duolingo: 115

Three letters of recommendation with at least one from an individual who can address the applicant’s technical knowledge background and ability to perform research, a research statement or statement of interest area intent, and transcripts are required.

General Requirements

Graduate students must consult with their advisor before registering for graduate coursework. For additional information, refer to the Doctor of Philosophy Degree Requirements .