EECS Home
Welcome to the site of the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. On behalf of the EECS faculty, I invite you to explore the outstanding opportunities available in our department for students and industrial affiliates alike.
Overview
The UCI EECS department is a world-class department with an internationally renowned faculty of 32 members, all top experts in their fields. It is home to more than fifty percent of the Engineering student body. The very name of the Department reflects a commitment to the promotion of an integrated view of the Electrical Engineering field ranging from microscopic (and even nanoscale) devices all the way to architectures, communications and software design -- in other words, everything "from electrons to programs." The Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science is creating the state-of-the-art in Computer Science and Engineering, including computer system design, high-speed analog and digital circuit design, signal and image processing, electromagnetics, photonics, high-efficiency power electronic circuits and alternative energy generation, etc. The department includes more than 20 research groups focused on areas as diverse as embedded systems, computer networks, middleware, real-time systems, micro-electro- mechanical systems and nanotechnology, communication systems, machine intelligence, and neural and soft computing. Within these disciplines, knowledge of the mathematical and natural sciences is applied to the theory, design, and implementation of devices and systems for the benefit of our society.
Undergraduate Curriculum
If you are a prospective undergraduate student, you will be interested in our accredited undergraduate degrees. The first one, Electrical Engineering, focuses on the fundamental aspects of the discipline such as network analysis, electronics, electronic system design, signal processing, control systems, and electromagnetics. If you choose the Computer Engineering program, you will learn the design and analysis of digital computers and networks. Alternatively, you may decide to go for our new Computer Science and Engineering program administered jointly with the School of Information and Computer Science. You would then focus on both computer hardware and software and their synthesis into systems that sense, control, interact, and display information.
The curricula for all of these degrees were developed through the EECS department's close ties to industry and is constantly refined to meet "real world demands" and today's rapid changes in technology. Laboratories in both hardware and software are integrated within the curriculum. You will be able to find a detailed description of these programs by surfing over to the UCI General Catalog.
Graduate Curriculum
If you are going to be a graduate student, the EECS department offers the Ph.D. and M.S. degrees in Electrical Engineering, and in Computer Engineering with a concentrations on networks and distributed systems, systems and software, computer graphics & visualization.
Of Interest to Industrial Affiliates
Our prospective industrial affiliates will note such major research centers as the Integrated Nanosystems Research Facility, the Center for Pervasive Communications & Computing, the Center for Embedded Computer Systems, and the California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology. The EECS Faculty members affiliated with these centers work closely with industry to develop new technologies in such areas as nanotechnology, distributed computing, and secure networks.
We welcome you to our department and invite you to learn more about our faculty, students and research centers by visiting the links available on this page or contacting any of our faculty.
Jean-Luc Gaudiot
Chair, Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science
University of California, Irvine
Undergraduate Programs
Welcome
The main focus of our department is the future of our students’ education combined with consistently meeting industry needs by developing cutting-edge technology. Our faculty believes that engineering plays an integral role in the modernization of society; it leads to the development of tools and devices that benefit humankind and improve quality of life. Our ultimate goal is to develop the minds of future leaders, and we are creating state-of-the-art computer science and engineering, computer system design, high-speed analog and digital circuit design, signal and image processing, electromagnetics, photonics, high-efficiency power electronic circuits, and alternative energy power generation.
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Major in Electrical Engineering - Electrical engineering focuses on the fundamental aspects of the discipline such as network analysis, electronics, electronic system design, signal processing, control systems, and electromagnetics.
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Major in Computer Engineering - In our computer engineering program you will learn the design and analysis of digital computers and networks.
The department includes more than 20 research groups, focused on diverse areas such as embedded systems, micro-electro-mechanical systems and nanotechnology, communication systems, scientific visualization, machine intelligence and neural and soft computing. We offer B.S. degrees in Computer Engineering and Electrical Engineering. Our philosophy is to develop partnerships with our students, and with industry, to engineer the future at UC Irvine.
You will have the opportunity to take classes from world class scholars, along with the chance to work on research projects as an undergraduate student. We have research centers specializing in communications at the Center for Pervasive Communications & Computing and in MEMS at the Integrated Nanosystems Research Facility.
Computer Engineering
Undergraduate Programs
Computer Engineering Mission & Goals
Computer Engineering Mission & Goals
Educational Mission of the Computer Engineering Program
The Computer Engineering Program at UCI is aimed for preparing its graduates to become intellectual leaders in industry, government, and academia. Graduates of this program are grounded in scientific, mathematical, and technical knowledge through coursework that keeps pace with current relevant technologies; they develop the ability to analyze, synthesize, and design both core parts of modern computing systems and integrated application systems centered around computers through learning the scientific foundation for hardware and software engineering and applying it in engineering exercises; and by means of general education courses, they enhance their ability to communicate and acquire an understanding and appreciation for other areas of human intellectual achievement.
Undergraduate Major in Computer Engineering
Program Educational Objectives: Graduates of the program will (1) demonstrate the successful practice of, or accomplish advanced study in, computer engineering, including its scientific principles, rigorous analysis, and creative design; (2) have a broad-based knowledge of relevant, state-of-the-art and emerging issues in engineering with emphasis on computer engineering, demonstrated through productive careers in public or private sectors, or the attainment of advanced degrees; (3) demonstrate skills for effective communication and responsible teamwork, show professional attitudes and ethics suitable for a multidisciplinary working environment, and engage in lifelong learning. (Program educational objectives are those aspects of engineering that help shape the curriculum; achievement of these objectives is a shared responsibility between the student and UCI.)
Program Outcomes for undergraduate students in Computer Engineering:
- An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.
- An ability to design and conduct experiments as well as analyze and interpret data.
- An ability to design a system to meet desired needs.
- An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
- An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
- An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
- An ability to communicate effectively.
- A broad education necessary to understand impact of engineering solutions in a global/societal context.
- Recognition of the need for and ability to engage in lifelong learning.
- Knowledge of contemporary issues.
- An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.
- Knowledge of probability and statistics, including applications to computer engineering.
- Knowledge of mathematics, and basic and engineering sciences, necessary to carry out analysis and design appropriate to computer engineering.
- Knowledge of discrete mathematics.
Computer Science & Engineering
Computer Engineering Mission & Goals
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Computer Science & Engineering
Electrical Engineering Mission & Goals
Electrical Engineering Mission & Goals
Educational Mission of the Electrical Engineering Program
Graduates of the Electrical Engineering program are grounded in scientific, mathematical, and technical knowledge through coursework that keeps pace with current relevant technologies; they develop the ability to analyze, synthesize, and design engineering systems through their immersion in the problem-based activities of this research university; and, by means of general education courses, they enhance their ability to communicate and acquire an understanding and appreciation for other areas of human intellectual achievement.
Undergraduate Major in Electrical Engineering
Program Educational Objectives:
Graduates of the program will (1) analyze, solve, and apply design principles to Electrical Engineering problems; (2) achieve productive careers in industry, government, or academia; (3) participate in activities designed to further their knowledge and skills within the profession (e.g., conferences, workshops, professional development, and advanced study). (Program educational objectives are those aspects of engineering that help shape the curriculum; achievement of these objectives is a shared responsibility between the student and UCI.)
Program Outcomes for Undergraduate Students in Electrical Engineering:
- Knowledge of mathematics through differential and integral calculus, differential equations, linear algebra, discrete mathematics, probability and statistics, and complex variables.
- An ability to use modern engineering techniques, skills, and computer-based tools for analysis and design.
- An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering to the analysis of electrical engineering problems.
- An ability to design and conduct scientific and engineering experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
- An ability to design systems that include hardware and software components.
- An ability to identify, formulate, and solve current and emerging electrical engineering problems, including the development of preliminary estimates and final plans, specifications, and designs; and the implementation and operation of systems components and processes that meet performance, cost, time, safety, and quality requirements.
- An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams.
- A broad education and the knowledge of contemporary issues necessary to the understanding of the impact of electrical engineering solutions in a global and societal context and an understanding of the professional and ethical responsibility of electrical engineers in that context.
- An ability to convey technical material through oral presentation with an audience and through formal written papers/reports/memos which satisfy accepted standards for writing style.
- A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in, life-long learning.
Graduate Programs
Welcome to Graduate Study in the Department of ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE
For information of interest to:
Current Students
Prospective Students
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Prospective Grad Student FAQ:
Frequently Asked Questions
The Department offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical and Computer Engineering with a concentration in Electrical Engineering, Computer Networks and Distributed Computing, Computer Graphics and Visualization, or Computer Systems and Software. The Electrical Engineering concentration includes optics and electronic devices and circuits, communications, signal processing, machine vision, power electronics, and systems engineering. The Computer Networks and Distributed Computing concentration covers design and evaluation of computer networks and distributed computer systems, and their integration into a comprehensive computing system. The Computer Graphics and Visualization Concentration provides students with a solid base in the design, development and evaluation of scientific and information visualization systems.The Computer Systems and Software concentration covers all aspects of computer systems design, from digital VLSI to system software.
Because most graduate courses are not repeated every quarter, students should make every effort to begin their graduate program in the fall.
Links to EECS student websites
EECS students:
- To publish your own web page, put files in your "~/public_html" directory. An example of your personal URL would look like this (not a real link): http://newport.eecs.uci.edu/~yourUserName/
Student Organizations
Current Graduate Students
This web page gives information pertaining to students currently enrolled in the EECS graduate program. The content is updated often, and students should be sure to check this page at least once a week.
Program Information:
Prelimilary Exam Information
The Department offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in several distinct concentrations.
Degree requirements for M.S. degree can be found here:
Additional Program Information:
Also, the Networked Systems Program offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Networked Systems. This program is administered by an interdisciplinary group of faculty from the Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science and the Donald Bren School of Information & Computer Science. Further information about the relationship between Networked Systems and the CNDC and EE concentrations can be found at: www.networkedsystems.uci.edu/overview.html.
The EECS Department also participates in a number of research centers, including:
Can We Help You?
If you need the Graduate Advisor's signature: Please submit the form to the Graduate Coordinator's office for processing. It will be passed on to the Graduate Advisor from there.
If you have questions about administrative matters: Contact the Graduate Coordinator by phone or email.
If you'd like academic advising: Either drop by the Graduate Advisor's office during advising hours or submit your question via email. The response time is usually within 24 hours.
Contact Information:
Graduate Coordinator:
Ronnie Gran
ET 355
(949) 824-5489
Continuing graduate students may see:
Shana Jensen
ET 355
(949) 824-2396
Graduate Advisor:
Prof. Hamid Jafarkhani
ET 616C
(949) 824-1755
Advising hours:
Fall 2005: Tue 3:30-4:30, Wed 2:00-3:00
TA Applications (Download Word document)
Prospective Graduate Students
Welcome to Graduate Study in the Department of ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE
Apply right now!
Frequently Asked Questions
Program overviews and syllabi are available for:
The Department offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in several distinct concentrations.
Degree requirements for M.S. degree are found here:
In addition, the Networked Systems Program offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Networked Systems. This program is administered by an interdisciplinary group of faculty from the Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science and the Donald Bren School of Information & Computer Science. Visit the Networked Systems site to find out more information about the CNDC and EE concentrations.
The EECS Department also participates in a number of research centers, including:
Fall 2006 Applications
Applications for Fall 2006 graduate admission are now being accepted. Students who wish to be considered for financial aid must submit their completed application by 15 January 2006. Applications submitted after 15 March 2006 will not be considered for Fall 2006 admission. Because of the large number of applicants these deadlines are strictly enforced.
The University's on-line, electronic application system is available only for fall applications. Fall-only applications for graduate admission in The Henry Samueli School of Engineering are strongly preferred. Because most graduate courses are not repeated every quarter, students should make every effort to begin their graduate program in the fall.
Click here to learn about financial aid for EECS graduate students
Contact Information:
Ronnie Gran, Graduate Coordinator
Prof. Hamid Jafferkhani, Graduate Advisory
Roadmap to a M.S. Degree
M.S. Degree Roadmap
Important Deadlines:
- The following forms must be submitted to the Graduate Coordinator during the quarter before you expect to finish your degree:
- The following must be submitted to the appropriate office (see Diploma & Commencement form) before the end of the quarter of completion:
Roadmap to a Ph.D. Degree
This year, the date of the written Preliminary Examination is Monday Nov. 28, 2005.
Important Milestones:
- You must secure a PhD advisor to do research.
- Ph.D. Preliminary Examination
- The Ph.D. preliminary examination will consist of a written and an oral examination. The exam will be offered twice per year (tentatively in Dec and May). Students can take the exam only twice and have to pass the exam by the end of the 2nd full year of Ph.D. study. Students should pass both exams and only students who pass the written exam would be eligible to take the oral exam. Failing in the written exam is counted as one of the two tries.
CSS and CGV concentration prelim examinations.
CNDC concentration prelim examinations
Students in EE concentration should pick one of the following fields:
- Ph.D. Qualifying Examination
- Take this exam when you have set your dissertation topic and have completed most of the initial research.
- This is the time to form your Candidacy Committee, which comprises 5 U.C. Academic Senate members. This committee must include:
- Chair: Usually your research advisor. The Chair must be a faculty member of the EECS Department.
- General Members: At least 2 other EECS faculty members.
- Outside Member: Must be a U.C. Irvine faculty member not from EECS. For more detailed guidelines, click here.
- You should submit the nomination form of your committee to The Henry Samueli School of Engineering Graduate Student Affairs Office at least two weeks before the date of the Ph.D. qualifying examination.
- You must fill out the Ph.D. Form 1 (.pdf file) before your exam begins.
- Non-resident students who have passed the Qualifying Examination are eligible for a 75% reduction in their non-resident tuition for 3 years.
- Completion of Dissertation
When you finish your research and are ready to present your defense you need to follow the instructions below:
- Form your Doctoral Committee, which comprises 3 U.C. Academic Senate members.
- Decide a time and place for your defense, when your doctoral committee members are available.
- Inform EECS graduate office, Shana Jensen, sjensen@uci.edu , at ET355 the time and place with a copy of your abstract (one paragraph describing your presentation) at least one week before the date of your defense.
- Defend your dissertation and fill out the Ph.D. Form 2 (.pdf file)
The submission of the dissertation is the last step in the program leading to the award of an advanced degree. All dissertations submitted in fulfillment of requirements for advanced degrees at UCI must conform to certain University regulations and specifications with regard to format and method of preparation.
The Standards and Procedures Manual for writing and submitting theses/dissertations is available at http://www.lib.uci.edu/libraries/collections/special/thesis/tdmanual.html. Students are encouraged to attend the quarterly information sessions that discuss manuscript preparation and filing procedures.
Doctoral programs must be completed in seven calendar years from the date of admission.
Research
Circuits and Devices
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EECS faculty engage in diverse and comprehensive research into the circuits and devices that make up the fundamental building blocks of complex electronic systems. This includes research related to communications, signal processing, radio frequency devices, networking, digital imaging, integrated systems, nano-technology, optical devices and power electronics. |
Microelectronics, Nanotechnology, Photonics
Related faculty: Bachman, Burke, Boyraz, Green, Heydari, Kleinfelder, C.C. Lee, H.P. Lee, G.P. Li, Lu, Nelson, Samueli, F.G. Shi, Tsai C.S.
Power Electronics
Related faculty: Smedley
Computer Science and Engineering
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Many EECS faculty perform research at the systems level, where computing and engineering are combined in complex fashions. Among a very wide range of topics, this includes research related to real-time computing, visualization, computer vision, modeling, and even interactions between engineering and the arts. |
Architecture, Processors, Embedded Systems
Related faculty: Bagherzadeh, Chou, Doemer, Gajski, Gaudiot, Jenks, K. Kim, Kurdahi, Lang
Distributed & Real-Time systems, Database
Related faculty: Sheu, Kim, Klefstad, Lin
Graphics, Image Processing, Computer Vision
Related faculty: Arvo, Healey, Kuester, Meyer, Moshfeghi
Arts in Engineering
Related faculty: Penny, Da Costa
Systems
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EECS faculty in this group conduct research in algorithms and technologies related to communications, signal processing, information theory, and networking.
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Communications, Information Theory, Networking, Wireless
Related faculty: Ayanoglu, De Figueiredo, De Flaviis, Jafar, Jafarkhani, Jordan, Tsai K., Yousefi'zadeh
Faculty & Staff
Research
Corporate Relations
Corporate Relations
Our corporate affiliates can receive information about our focus areas through many of our major research centers such as the Integrated Nanosystems Research Facility, the Center for Pervasive Communications & Computing, the Center for Embedded Computer Systems, and the California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology. The EECS faculty members affiliated with these centers work closely with industry colleagues to develop new technologies in areas including nanotechnology, distributed computing and secure networks.
EECS Colloquium
Spring, 2006
Conducted by Prof. H. Barsamian
Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Voice: 949-824-7978
ECT #114
4/5: NEW CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES
Featuring: Prof. H. Barsamian, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, UCI
4/12: DISK DRIVE STORAGE: The Past, Present and Future
Featuring: Dr. W. Cain, Sr. Director, Research and Advanced Development, WESTERN DIGITAL, Inc.
4/19: RELIABLE SOFTWARE DESIGN WITH BUILT-IN REPAIR MECHANISMS
Featuring: Prof. B. Demsky, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, UCI
4/26: SILICON BASED WIRELESS RFIC DESIGN
Featuring: Prof. P. Heydari, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, UCI
5/3: HYBRID MATERIALS FOR BIOELECTRONIC AND CELLULAR TECHNOLOGIES
Featuring: Dr. D. Ho, Research Associate, CALTECH
5/10: RECENT ADVANCES IN OPTICAL CODE DIVISION MULTIPLE ACCESS
Featuring: Dr. P. Ebrahimi, Dept. of Electrical and Computer Engineering, USC
5/17: INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY: Inventors Rights and Responsibilities
Featuring: J. Inskeep, LLP, Inskeep Intellectual Properties Group, Los Angeles
5/24: DIGITAL VIDEO BROADCASTING TO MOBILE DEVICES
Featuring: Prof. A. Eltawil, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, UCI
5/31: SYSTEM DESIGN CHALLENGES FOR WIRELESS SENSOR APPLICATIONS
Featuring: Prof. P. Chou, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, UCI
6/7: HIGH PERFORMANCE IMAGE SENSORS: State-of-the-Art and Future Prospects
Featuring: Dr. B. Pain, Jet Propulsion Laboratories, CALTECH
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Wednesdays: 5:00 - 6:20 p.m.
McDonnell Douglas Engineering Auditorium
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ATTENTION: STUDENTS ENROLLED IN EECS COLLOQUIUM – 294 !!!
ABSOLUTE DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF FINAL PAPERS:
JUNE 16, 2006, 1 p.m. at ECT # 114
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