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Welcome to the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV), where innovation, technology, and hands-on learning power student success. With programs in electrical and computer engineering, our department offers a dynamic curriculum, cutting-edge research opportunities, and access to modern labs. Whether you're designing smart systems, exploring robotics, or advancing renewable energy solutions, you'll find the tools and mentorship here to turn your ideas into impact.
Mission
The mission of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is to produce graduates with quality education for the practice of engineering and with sufficient knowledge depth to continue their education beyond the baccalaureate degree. The curriculum prepares graduates for local, regional, or world-wide employment in the engineering profession or placement in a graduate school. The department offers students opportunities to participate in scholarly activities including supervised research, industrial internships or co-op experiences, professional organizations, and provides liberal access to the computational facilities and laboratories. The readily accessible faculty members continuously strive to improve the instructional materials and methods of dissemination and practice lifelong learning by participating in the latest developments in their chosen areas of expertise and by interacting across disciplines.
Academic Programs
Bachelor's
Bachelor's Degree
Computer Engineering (BSCE)
Bachelor of Science Computer Engineering in Computer Engineering
Program Modality: Campus
The Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering provides a broad education in computer engineering fundamentals as well as the opportunity for in-depth study in specialized topics. Students will be able to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to identify conclusions. Students completing the program will have a rigorous foundation in software and hardware engineering practice at the industry level and be prepared to pursue graduate studies in computer science, computer engineering, and other related disciplines.
The Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering was designed with guidelines from the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) model curricula to meet the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology Engineering Accreditation Commission (ABET-EAC) standards.
The Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering is accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology-Engineering Accreditation Commission (ABET-EAC).
Bachelor's Degree
Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
Program Modality: Campus
The Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering prepares students for careers in industry and to pursue graduate studies in various fields.
Students in this program learn engineering fundamentals with an in-depth focus on electrical engineering. They will be able to design, conduct experiments, and interpret the results; excel in multi-disciplinary teams; and design electrical devices, systems, or processes. Graduates from this program are effective in solving important electrical engineering-related problems.
The Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology - Engineering Accreditation Commission (ABET-EAC).
Master's
Master's Degree
Electrical Engineering (MSE)
Master of Science Engineering in Electrical Engineering (MSE)
Program Modality: Campus
The Master's degree in Electrical Engineering provides students with outstanding opportunities for professional development, technical specialization, and advanced research. This program has a wide variety of coursework that students will explore including IC design, RF & microwaves, power systems, semiconductor devices, biomedical devices, and cybersecurity.