Undergraduate electrical and computer engineering students at º£½ÇÖ±²¥ Lyle work in state-of-the-art labs.

Undergraduate programs

Electrical and computer engineering

B.S.

Minor

Overview

Electrical and computer engineers are in high demand across industries such as semiconductor, autonomous systems and biomedical. They design ingredients for every type of electrical system, advance technology that improves human health, and create systems that navigate and adapt to their environment.

º£½ÇÖ±²¥’s electrical and computer engineering B.S. teaches students the fundamentals of science and engineering without compromising the practical aspects of electrical and computer engineering. Through quality instruction and scholarly research, º£½ÇÖ±²¥ Lyle’s Electrical and Computer Engineering Department prepares graduates for the full range of career opportunities in the high-technology marketplace and enables them to reach their fullest potential as a professional, researcher and member of society.

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$78,650

Median starting salary for Lyle undergraduates (2024)

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34%

of Lyle undergraduate students are women

Specializations

Electrical engineering specialization

through power systems analysis, advanced electronic circuits and electrical design. 

Computer engineering specialization

through modern computing, computer networks and architecture, and digital systems design.

Biomedical specialization

through medical systems designs, computational neuroscience and applied signal analysis.

Admissions

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Tuition and financial aid

2 out of 3 first-year students are awarded grants and/or scholarships with an average total of $38,598.

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Financial aid

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Curriculum and learning

The mission of the is to prepare students for professional practice and advanced studies by focusing on the following areas: computers, networks, integrated circuits, optical technologies, digital signal processors and wireless communications systems.

Featured courses

ECE 3311

Semiconductor Devices with Lab

A laboratory-oriented course that introduces the working principles of semiconductor devices.

ECE 3382

Digital Computer Design

Discusses machine organization, design, control and algorithms for computer arithmetic, microprocessors and pipelining.

ECE 3341

Foundations of Modern Computing

Introduction to foundational theories and applications of modern computer science from the software perspective.

Outside the classroom

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    Internships

    Get practical experience to develop industry skills, build a professional network and gain valuable insights. Internships can open doors to future opportunities and contribute to long-term career success.

  • Study abroad

    Expand your personal and academic experiences by studying in another part of the world. Take the opportunity to immerse yourself in different cultures and gain global perspectives.

  • Clubs and organizations

    Explore interests, develop leadership skills, connect with like-minded peers, and build lasting relationships.

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    Community engagement

    Apply your classroom knowledge to real-world issues while making a positive impact. Have hands-on experiences that sharpen your problem-solving abilities and communication skills.

Student success

Our graduates consistently secure positions at leading tech companies and business institutions, pursue advanced degrees at top engineering programs, and work on groundbreaking research.

Student stories

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º£½ÇÖ±²¥ Lyle alum Thear Sy Suzuki ’96 persevered from refugee to Dallas powerhouse.

Faculty

Our distinguished faculty in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department are industry leaders and subject matter experts, bringing real-world experience and industry insights to the classroom. 

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Mahesh Krishnamurthy, Ph.D.

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Carlos E. Davila, Ph.D.

Associate Chair for Undergraduate Studies Associate Professor of Electrical & Computer…
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Clinical Assistant Professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering
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Jerome K. Butler, Ph.D.

University Distinguished Professor

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Associate Vice Provost for Research Professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering

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Jennifer Dworak, Ph.D.

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Gary A. Evans, Ph.D.

Professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering
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Associate Professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering
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Director of Graduate Network Engineering Program Associate Clinical Professor of…
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Bobby B. Lyle Centennial Chair in Engineering Entrepreneurship Professor of Electrical & …
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Vice Provost for Research and Chief Innovation Officer Professor of Electrical &…
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Behrouz Peikari, Ph.D.

Professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering

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Dinesh Rajan, Ph.D.

Cecil and Ida Green Chair in Engineering Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and…
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Prasanna Rangarajan, Ph.D

Assistant Professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering
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Associate Professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering
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Jianhui Wang, Ph.D.

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Facilities

º£½ÇÖ±²¥ Lyle students have access to state-of-the-art facilities where they can conduct research, meet with industry leaders and gain skills on new and established technologies.

º£½ÇÖ±²¥ Lyle’s Hart Center helps engineering students build skills for success.

Hart Center for Engineering Leadership

At the Hart Center for Engineering Leadership, we pair an elite technical education with exceptional leadership and professional development skills to produce world-changing engineers.

º£½ÇÖ±²¥ Lyle Engineering students build prototypes in the Deason Innovation Gym, aka The DIG.

Deason Innovation Gym

The (the DIG) provides the tools and space to work on immersion design projects to accelerate learning, innovation and leadership. Get trained on 3D printers, power tools, metal shop machines and more.

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Frequently asked questions

º£½ÇÖ±²¥’s is a single degree which provides an education in both disciplines. Students have the option to specialize further, with the option to pursue a or a . º£½ÇÖ±²¥ students can also pursue a and alongside their chosen major. 

design electrical systems, advancing technology that improves human health and creating systems that make daily life more adaptive and optimized. 

They work on computers; communications networks and systems; integrated circuits; digital signal processors; electrical systems including electric motors, radar and navigation systems; and other forms of technology. Electrical and computer engineers pursue careers in the public and private sectors.

Yes, electrical and computer engineering B.S. students can pursue a or a . 

Yes, electrical and computer engineering B.S. students can pursue a .

Those with a Bachelor of Science in electrical and computer engineering are hired into many industries, including technology development, manufacturing, robotics, energy, telecommunications, aerospace, government and health care. º£½ÇÖ±²¥ electrical engineering and computer engineering students have gone on to get jobs at Texas Instruments, AT&T and Raytheon, among others.

as the world responds to challenges and advancements in today’s technology-driven society. An electrical and computer engineering degree from º£½ÇÖ±²¥ signals to employers and graduate schools that you have formal knowledge and skills in the specialty and makes you a more competitive candidate for STEM-based careers. Electrical engineers had an .

 

The B.S. electrical and computer engineering program at º£½ÇÖ±²¥ is designed to take four years to complete.

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