Lead Through Engineering Research
Building upon Embry-Riddle’s expertise in aviation and aerospace, the Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science integrates two interrelated fields to provide a comprehensive experience spanning both hardware and software.
In this program, you'll develop advanced research expertise, focusing on topics including avoidance systems for uncrewed vehicles, assured systems in cybersecurity and modeling and simulation. You'll conduct original research and demonstrate a high level of scholarly knowledge in your chosen field.
Further preparing graduates for impactful research careers, faculty members have made significant contributions to leading journals and conferences and have secured external research funding from organizations such as the (NSF), , the and others.
Program Details
Offered at the Daytona Beach Campus
The Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science provides you with practical research experiences in cutting-edge facilities and labs, including the Next-Generation Advanced Research (NEAR) Lab, Cybersecurity Engineering Lab, Radar and Microwaves Lab and the Intelligent Systems Lab. With faculty support, you'll develop a customized plan of study to achieve your research goals.
Housed in the Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Department in the College of Engineering, the program generates significant research funding through distinguished organizations and corporations. You will focus on three general areas of research:
- “Sense and avoid” technologies for uncrewed aircraft systems
- Aviation and aerospace cybersecurity
- Next-generation software and systems engineering practices specific to assured systems, modeling and simulation
You can create your own projects in the 3D Print Lab, utilizing advanced printers to produce three-dimensional objects from digital files. Throughout the program, you'll explore a research topic that culminates in a qualifying exam and successful dissertation defense.
As new developments constantly emerge in this field, you'll work with the latest systems in electronics and the digital world and receive mentorship from faculty who are actively engaged with professional associations, publishing and presenting their work.
To apply, you should have completed a bachelor’s or more advanced degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering or a closely related field from an ABET-accredited program or international equivalent.
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Methods of Study
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