Students at Drexel University earn a master of science in electrical engineering with an emphasis on telecommunications engineering. Courses include wireless systems, performance analysis of computer networks, probability and random variables, and detection and estimation theory. Students also choose a specific field within telecommunications engineering and take special classes in that subject, like digital signal processing, fiberoptics or microwave networks. A related project or internship is required before graduation.
Drexel University
Bossone 312
3141 Chestnut St.
Philadelphia, PA 19104
215-895-2241
drexel.edu
The University of Texas at Dallas offers a four-year bachelor of science degree in telecommunications engineering. The program requires at least one year of math and science classes, one and a half years of engineering study and a range of general education courses. At least 125 credit hours are required for graduation. A "fast track" program combining a bachelor's and master's degree can be completed in five years by qualified students. The accelerated program includes summer classes and beginning the master's degree curriculum during senior year.
University of Texas at Dallas
800 West Campbell Road
Richardson, TX 75080
972-883-2111
utdallas.edu
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln has master of engineering and master of science degrees in telecommunications engineering, with focus on three specific areas: wireless and satellite communications, high-speed and broadband computer communications networks; and optical communications networks. Classes are held at the Peter Kiewit Institute of Information Science, Technology, and Engineering. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree in a related field; applicants with degrees in unrelated subjects may be required to take extra classes.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
1100 Seaton Hall
Lincoln, NE 68588
402-472-2875
unl.edu