Earning a degree from the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Wayne State University equips you with the skills and knowledge to design and build cutting-edge technology—whether it's a faster smartphone, a sleeker laptop, or a more powerful automotive navigation system. Electrical and computer engineers play a crucial role in shaping the gadgets people rely on daily, as well as the computer hardware that drives larger systems like airplanes, robotic assembly lines, and more.
In addition to working on devices, electrical and computer engineers are responsible for designing and fabricating semiconductors—the backbone of modern electronics. They develop microchips and circuit boards that power everything from smartphones to medical devices, ensuring optimal performance, speed, and energy efficiency. Through the integration of hardware design and software development, these engineers contribute to innovations in artificial intelligence, telecommunications, and beyond.
At Wayne State's College of Engineering, you'll learn from nationally renowned faculty and benefit from our high-impact student success practices, including hands-on experience, global perspective, undergraduate research, internships, co-ops, and community service. These opportunities will prepare you to lead the next wave of technological advancements and make a meaningful impact in the world of engineering.
Highlights
Seyedeh Masoumeh Navidi
Electrical Engineering PhD student
At the WINCAS Research Center at Wayne State, I am part of a team developing the first 5G multi-band V2X wireless chip set. My role in the project is the design of a high-speed programmable analog to digital data converter.
Seyedeh Masoumeh Navidi
Electrical Engineering PhD student
News
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Wayne State engineering Ph.D. students honored with Kummler Awards for research excellenceApril 23
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IMPACT Spring 2025 newsletter: Greetings from the deanApril 17
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$50 million gift from Wayne State University alumnus, James Anderson, and his wife, Patricia, powers engineering excellence in DetroitApril 04
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College of Engineering to welcome new Hall of Fame members for 2025March 21
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Wayne State University research making strides in autonomous vehicle and machine systems to make them safer, more effectiveMarch 18
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