Electrical and Computer Engineering
Unleash your potential as you engineer solutions that bridge the gap between hardware and software for a smarter world.
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Empower your career in high-demand fields such as cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and the internet of things with Illinois Tech’s hands-on electrical and computer graduate engineering programs.
- Innovative Research Opportunities: Engage in groundbreaking research in areas such as medical imaging, AI, cybersecurity, and power electronics, working on solutions that impact industries worldwide.
- Distinguished Faculty and Resources: Learn from award-winning faculty and gain hands-on experience in advanced labs with state-of-the-art teaching resources.
- Flexible Learning Options: Access programs in person or online, with flexible schedules designed to fit the needs of full-time students and working professionals.
- Collaborative Learning Environment: Join a supportive, inclusive community with dedicated faculty mentorship, professional development, and resources to support your career goals.
- Career-Driven, Project-Based Learning: Gain real-world experience through hands-on projects, ensuring you graduate with practical skills that are directly applicable to today’s tech-driven industries.
- Specialized Graduate Degrees: Explore master’s degrees in advanced manufacturing, cybersecurity, and AI to develop cutting-edge skills for today’s high-demand engineering fields.
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Anna Barnett, a renowned British space scientist and semiconductor engineer, has joined Illinois Tech’s Armour College of Engineering as the chair of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Endowed Motorola Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering. A global leader in compound semiconductor radiation detectors, Barnett plans to advance Illinois Tech’s impact through innovative research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a commitment to inclusive education.
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About Illinois Tech
At Illinois Tech, innovation and achievement is a story more than 130 years in the making. At Chicago’s only tech-focused university, you’ll learn to speak the language of innovation. Join the ranks of our graduate alumni who have changed the course of human history, giving us the cell phone, the Pentium microprocessor, Linksys, the telestrator, architectural marvels, and many other innovations that have revolutionized the world.
We offer future-oriented degrees in rapidly growing fields such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, design, and business analytics. These programs are designed to equip you with advanced skills that enable you to anticipate and drive change. At Illinois Tech, you’ll be prepared to thrive at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future and making a significant impact.