Department of Electrical Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy of Electrical Engineering
Introduction
Launched in 2022, the PhD in Electrical Engineering program at Gomal University is a research-intensive program designed to advance knowledge and innovation in key areas of electrical engineering. Offered by the Department of Electrical Engineering, this program provides a stimulating academic environment where scholars engage with emerging technologies and address real-world engineering challenges.
PhD students are encouraged to pursue original research, collaborate on interdisciplinary projects, and contribute to the scientific community through high-impact publications. The program is structured to develop advanced analytical skills, critical thinking, and technical expertise, enabling graduates to take on leadership roles in academia, research organizations, and industry.
Through strong mentorship and access to state-of-the-art facilities, students also have the opportunity to build professional networks at both national and international levels. This prepares them for global careers in research, innovation, and technology development.
Program Objectives:
- Provide advanced education and training in specialized areas of electrical engineering.
- Foster independent research capabilities and innovation.
- Cultivate skills in hypothesis formulation, data analysis, and technical writing.
- Promote a lifelong commitment to academic excellence and professional growth.
Graduates of this program are well equipped to contribute to cutting-edge developments in the field and address the technological needs of society, both within Pakistan and globally.
Research Opportunities:
- Wireless Communication & Networks
- Signal Processing and Image Processing
- Medical Imaging
- Power Systems
- Smart Grids
- Dielectrics & Electrical Insulation
- Linear/Non-Linear Control
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
- Antenna Design
- Power Electronics
Program Features
- Duration: 03 Years
- Credit Hours: 00
- Semester: 06
- Campus: Main Campus
Admission Requirement: As per Gomal University admission criteria.
Semester – I | |||
Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | |
---|---|---|---|
Core Course-I | 3 | ||
Core Course-II | 3 | ||
Area Elective Course-I | 3 | ||
Compulsory Course | - |
Semester – II | |||
Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | |
---|---|---|---|
Core Course-III | 3 | ||
Core Course-IV | 3 | ||
Area Elective Course-III | 3 | ||
Compulsory Course | - |
Semester – III | |||
Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | |
---|---|---|---|
Thesis | 9 |
Semester – IV | |||
Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | |
---|---|---|---|
Thesis | 9 |
Semester – V | |||
Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | |
---|---|---|---|
Thesis | 9 |
Semester – VI | |||
Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | |
---|---|---|---|
Thesis | 9 |
List of Core Courses | |||
Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | |
---|---|---|---|
ECE801 | Advanced Information Theory | 3 | |
ECE-802 | Advanced Antenna Theory and Design | 3 | |
ECE-803 | Advanced Digital System Design | 3 | |
ECE-804 | Advanced Digital Signal Processing | 3 | |
ECE-805 | Advanced Mobile Communication | 3 | |
ECE-806 | Advance Digital Communication | 3 | |
ECE-807 | Cryptography and Network Security | 3 | |
ECE-808 | Advance Data Communication and Security | 3 | |
ECE-809 | Advanced Optical Communication | 3 | |
ECE-810 | Dielectric Resonator Antennas for 5G Applications | 3 | |
ECE-811 | Digital Audio and Speech Processing | 3 | |
ECE-812 | Speech and Audio Processing for Coding and Enhancement | 3 | |
ECE-813 | Wearable Antennas | 3 | |
ECE-814 | HVDC systems design | 3 | |
ECE-815 | Special topics in high voltage Engineering | 3 | |
ECE-816 | Artificial Intelligence in Electrical Engineering | 3 | |
ECE-817 | 5G/6G Wireless Networks | 3 | |
ECE-818 | Deep Learning for Audio and Speech Processing | 3 | |
EPE-801 | Advanced Engineering Mathematics | 3 | |
EPE-802 | Stochastic Processes | 3 | |
EPE-803 | Advanced Power System Protection | 3 | |
EPE-804 | Advanced Power Electronics | 3 | |
EPE-805 | High Voltage DC Transmission System | 3 | |
EPE-806 | Advanced Smart Grid | 3 | |
EPE-807 | Advanced Renewable Energy Systems | 3 | |
EPE-808 | Advanced Power System Transmission | 3 | |
EPE-809 | Physics & Diagnostics of Insulations | 3 | |
EPE-810 | Next Generation Power Systems Architecture | 3 | |
EPE-811 | Power System Applications of Mathematical Modelling and Artificial Intelligence | 3 | |
EPE-812 | Power System Planning and Reliability | 3 | |
EPE-813 | Advanced Power System Transmission | 3 | |
EPE-814 | Condition Monitoring Techniques | 3 | |
EPE-815 | Special Topics in Power Systems | 3 | |
Compulsory Course | |||
EEM-830 | Research Methodology | - |
List of Elective Courses | |||
Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | |
---|---|---|---|
EEE-601 | Advanced Communication Systems | 3 | |
EEE-602 | Advanced Communication Networks | 3 | |
EEE-603 | Advanced Optical Communication | 3 | |
EEE-604 | Advanced Satellite Communications | 3 | |
EEE-605 | Advanced Wireless Communications | 3 | |
EEE-606 | Mobile Sensor Networks | 3 | |
EEE-607 | Advanced information theory and Coding | 3 | |
EEE-608 | Speech Communications | 3 | |
EEE-608 | Next generation networks | 3 | |
EEE-610 | Machine learning | 3 | |
EEE-611 | Pattern recognition | 3 | |
EEE-612 | Smart Antennas | 3 | |
EEE-613 | Free Space Optical Communications | 3 | |
EEE-614 | Multimedia Systems | 3 | |
EEE-615 | Advanced Microwave Engineering | 3 | |
EEE-616 | Adaptive Filter Theory | 3 | |
EEE-617 | Signal Detection and Estimation | 3 | |
EEE-618 | Optimization Theory | 3 | |
EEE-619 | Power System Stability and Control | 3 | |
EEE-620 | Flexible AC Transmission System | 3 | |
EEE-621 | Distribution System Modelling and Analysis | 3 | |
EEE-622 | Power System Stability and Control | 3 | |
EEE-623 | Power System Restructuring | 3 | |
EEE-624 | Power System Reliability | 3 | |
EEE-625 | Power System Transients | 3 | |
EEE-626 | Power Quality | 3 | |
EEE-627 | Modelling and Simulation of Power System Components | 3 | |
EEE-628 | Artificial Intelligence | 3 | |
EEE-629 | Insulation Coordination in Power Systems | 3 | |
EEE-630 | Advanced Smart Grid | 3 | |
EEE-631 | Energy Management | 3 | |
EEE-632 | Distributed Generation | 3 | |
EEE-633 | Condition Monitoring Techniques | 3 | |
EEE-634 | Advanced Electrical Machines and Drives | 3 | |
EEE-635 | Modelling and Simulation of Electrical Machines | 3 | |
EEE-636 | Photovoltaic Systems | 3 | |
EEE-637 | Power System Planning | 3 | |
EEE-638 | Integration of Renewable Energy with Power System | 3 | |
EEE-639 | Optimization Techniques in Power Systems | 3 | |
EEE-640 | Advanced Topics in Power System | 3 |