Masters of Science

Electrical and Computer Engineering

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Become a leader in the fast-paced world of technology with a Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Our program is designed to equip you with the advanced skills necessary to solve complex problems and drive innovation. You will master designing and building cutting-edge electrical systems and electronics while also gaining expertise in analyzing and improving computer systems and components. With specialized coursework in robotics, renewable energy, the Internet of Things, and semiconductors, you'll be ready to take your career to the next level.

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    At the intersection of technology and innovation, our Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering will give you the skills and knowledge you need to advance your career in today’s competitive job market. Gain valuable, hands-on experience monitoring, analyzing and redesigning computer systems and components. Design develop, and build electrical systems and electronics. Get advanced training in computer architecture, embedded design, Internet of Things, and robotics, renewable energy, power, semiconductors, and process automation.  

    Flexible and Convenient

    The Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering is designed to help you balance, work, school and family. 

    This degree program can be completed part-time or full-time.

    Accelerated 4+1 Master’s degree

    Open to current Wentworth students in the final year of their Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related major, the Accelerated 4+1 Master’s degree enables you to enroll in master’s-level classes while completing your bachelor’s degree. Earn a master’s degree in just 1 year after graduation.

    Full-Time Option

    Open to candidates with a B.S. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related major, who are not able to transfer the required graduate-level credits into the program. Choose the thesis or non-thesis option and complete your degree in just 3 semesters.

    Part-time Option

    Open to working professionals with a B.S. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related major, the part-time program can be completed in as little as 2 years, or up to 4 years, depending on the availability of transfer credits the number of classes taken per semester. Convenient afternoon and evening classes allow you to continue working while you learn and apply what you are studying to work-related situations.

    Curriculum

    Students enrolled in the Master of Science in Computer and Electrical Engineering are required to complete 30 credits in either the thesis or non-thesis option. View the Curriculum tab for coursework and more information about thesis and non-thesis options.

  • Wentworth Institute of Technology is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (formerly the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc.).

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  • To be considered for full-time enrollment, students must be enrolled in 3-5 classes per semester. Part-time enrollment requires 1-2 classes per semester. 

    View more information from the Course Catalog below for program requirements.

    The program has both thesis and non-thesis options with 30 required credit hours. The thesis option has students undertake an individualized engineering development experience as a two-course Thesis (ENGR7100 and ENGR 7200). In the non-thesis option, the students may choose to take a one-course Master Project (ENGR7000).
    A non-thesis student willing to switch and complete their degree with the thesis option may use their Master Project course (ENGR7000) as a substitute for the Thesis I course (ENGR7100). They will have to take the Thesis II course (ENGR7200) to complete their thesis and be awarded their master’s degree with the thesis option.
    The course requirements to complete the MSECE degree are shown in the curriculum tables below. Students must complete the course requirements with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0, following Wentworth graduate school policies.

    Required Thesis
    Thesis Option - Select 6 credits of graduate thesis courses
    Non-Thesis Option - not applicable

    Course Title Credits
    ENGR7100THESIS I3
    ENGR7200THESIS II3

    Core Courses 
    Thesis Option - Select a minimum of 18 credits of ELEC graduate courses
    Non-Thesis Option - Select a minimum of 21 credits of ELEC graduate courses

    Course Title Credits
    ENGR7000MASTER PROJECT (Optional master’s project for non-thesis students only)3
    ELEC5550DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING3
    ELEC5560POWER SYSTEMS ANALYSIS I3
    ELEC5650EMBEDDED SYSTEMS3
    ELEC5660POWER SYSTEMS ANALYSIS II3
    ELEC5675VLSI3
    ELEC5700ROBOTICS & AUTOMATION SYSTEMS3
    ELEC5725MACHINE PERCEPTION & COGNITION3
    ELEC5750INDUSTRIAL CONTROLS3
    ELEC5825ELECTRICAL BUILDING SYSTEMS3
    ELEC5850ENGINEERING NUMERICAL METHODS3
    ELEC5900INTRODUCTION TO RADAR SYSTEMS3
    ELEC5925INTRODUCTION TO MICROWAVE IMAGING3
    ELEC5950ANTENNA THEORY3
    ELEC5975PARALLEL COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE3
    ELEC6125RENEWABLE ENERGY INTEGRATION3
    ELEC6200CYBER-PHYSICAL SYSTEMS3
    ELEC6300MICROWAVE ENGINEERING3
    ELEC7800GRADUTE SPECIAL TOPICS IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING1-4

    Elective Courses
    Thesis Option - Can select up to 6 credits from non-ELEC graduate courses
    Non-Thesis Option - Can select up to 9 credits from non-ELEC graduate courses
    These can be graduate-level courses in CIVE, COMP, DATA, MATH, MECH, or MGMT. The students may take the non-ELEC courses in consultation with their advisor and with the approval of the School of Engineering Dean’s Office. Students may also choose the elective courses from the list of the ELEC core courses.

    Optional Graduate Internship

    Course Title Credits
    INTN6000GRADUATE INTERNSHIP1

    In addition to the 30 required credit hours, students may undertake a graduate internship and not take any formal courses over a semester. This internship is to allow students to experience the application of engineering within the context of an external company or organization. The internship is recommended to be taken after the completion of the equivalent of at least 18 credits. During the internship semester, students register for the graduate internship course only at no tuition cost.

  • Careers in Computer & Electrical Engineering

    Graduates from the Computer Engineering program may go on to pursue careers as:

    • Software Engineers
    • Project Managers
    • Data Scientists
    • Java Developer
    • Cloud Engineering Architect
    • Design Engineers
    • Senior Electrical Engineers
    • Systems Engineers

    Job Skills in Computer & Electrical Engineering

    Jobs for Computer Engineers include the following skills:

    • Computer Science
    • Software Engineering
    • Software Development
    • Python
    • Agile Software Development
    • Java
    • SQL
    • C++
    • Electrical Engineering
    • Computer Engineering
    • Internet of Things

    Salary for Computer & Electrical Engineers

    Wentworth graduates with an M.S. in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering earn a median annual starting salary of $92,125 according to the Career Outcomes Survey.

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