Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering

Through traditional coursework, practical experience, and opportunities for scholarly research, New York Tech’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering produces well-rounded graduates with the broad range of skills and aptitudes needed to succeed in today’s engineering environment. 

Our program responds to the growing need for engineers who have computer hardware and software skills, giving you a competitive advantage as you pursue employment on a national and international level. 

Tackle courses in engineering science and engineering design, as well as laboratory work in our state-of-the-art facilities to put the principles and theories presented in the classroom into practice. Our faculty combine academic expertise with industrial and research experience, bringing a wealth of knowledge in design, development, and implementation to the classroom. 

Demand for our program graduates is high, with many finding employment in the power, utilities, and telecommunications industries, as well as in the service sector and with federal agencies. 

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Prepare for a career in electrical and computer engineering with our undergraduate, dual, graduate, and doctoral degree options.

Undergraduate & Dual Degrees 

A strong foundation in electrical and computer engineering and their related disciplines prepares you for flexible careers in everything from development and design to programming and sales.

Graduate & Doctoral Degrees

Master additional applied skills and deepen your scholarly knowledge with a graduate degree from New York Tech’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering.

Research Labs & Projects

Our faculty actively conduct cutting-edge research across a broad spectrum of topics, such as artificial intelligence, signal/image processing, radar, communications, nanotechnology, biomedical devices and materials, wireless networks, and more.

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Student Voices

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Not only is New York Tech in my favorite city, but it also has the exact program that I want to pursue. I enjoy the balance of the programming and electronics we get to work on.

Austin Stietzel (B.S. ‘24)
Electrical & Computer Engineering

Faculty

Our faculty excel as teachers, researchers, and practitioners who mentor students for professional success. Learn more as you read about their areas of research.

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Department News 

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Using AI to Detect ECG Abnormalities

Student-led research uses artificial intelligence (AI) models to interpret abnormalities in electrocardiogram (ECG) test results.

Dean Babak Beheshti presents Michael Kohler with his degree

New York Tech’s First Engineering Ph.D. Candidate Graduates

Michael Kohler (M.S. ’22, Ph.D. ’25) earned a Ph.D. in Engineering, marking a pivotal moment for the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences.

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Vancouver Energy Management Students Light Up the Competition

April and May proved exciting for Vancouver-based energy management students, who earned awards in energy design and poster competitions.

Class of 2025 student speaker Ryan Ahmed

Cheers to the Class of 2025!

On May 18, graduates, family members, and friends joined faculty, staff, and administration at New York Institute of Technology’s Long Island campus to celebrate its 64th annual commencement.

Derrick Chiu holding a prototype

Sci-Fi Sparked His Studies

As a child, watching science fiction cartoons inspired Derrick Chiu to pursue a degree in electrical and computer engineering at New York Tech, where he is also working as a project manager in the ETIC.

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UREP Spotlights Innovative Student Research

On May 8, College of Engineering and Computing Sciences students presented their cutting-edge research projects at the eighth annual Undergraduate Research and Entrepreneurship Program (UREP) showcase.

Accreditation 

The College of Engineering and Computing Sciences’ bachelor’s program in Electrical and Computer Engineering on Long Island is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET

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From undergraduate to graduate degrees, New York Tech will help you gain the critical thinking, engineering, and technological skills you need to prepare for a successful career in industry and government or for the pursuit of further graduate studies.