STUDY PLAN

Electrical Engineering - Master

120 ECTS

Narvik

Based on the document “Vilkår for bruk av

tilleggsbetegnelsen Sivilingeniør (siv.ing.)” approved by The
Norwegian Association of Higher Education Institutions
spring 2016.

The programme description has been approved by the

board of Faculty of Engineering Science and Technology on
01.12.2017
Programme Bokmål: Electrical Engineering - master
Name Nynorsk: Electrical Engineering - master
Engelsk: Electrical Engineering- Master

Workload 120 ECTS

Qualification Master of Science
awarded

Target group The Master Program in Electrical Engineering is suitable for students with an interest in
power systems and electric energy sources, energy storage and conversion, as well as
advanced electric motor drives.

Admission To be applicable for the master program in Electrical Engineering, you must have
requirements, a relevant undergraduate Bachelor Engineering programme within electronics.
requirements The candidate should have basic knowledge in power electronics and electrical
machines. Basic knowledge in power systems is also an advantage.
and Pre
requirements There is also a requirement of 30 points with preliminaries in mathematics/statistics,
equivalent to the Norwegian courses Mathematics 1, 2, and 3, as well as Statistics.
Knowledge in Physics (7,5 - 10 ects) on a higher level is recommended to be able to follow
different courses on the master programme. Some of the courses in the bachelor
programme have a certain amount of physics included and can be accepted.

Programme The program is aimed at automated industrial processes, with the use of computer aided
description advanced control systems and inverter technologies. In addition, there is an emphasis on a
and content basic understanding of the properties and limitations of power systems, as well as the
potential of small-scale renewable energy sources. The study also focuses on applied
mathematics, economics and business development.

The program covers the following disciplines:

- Linear Algebra and Numerical Analysis
- Control Engineering
- Instrumentation and Measurement
- Signal Transmission
- Computer Programming
- Programmable Controllers
- Electrical Machines and Power Electronics
- Basic Power System Theory
- Renewable Energy Sources
- Power System Operation and Stability
- Final thesis

See additional information in the different course descriptions.

The program is uniform and does not include different modules, and all teaching is on
campus. Mandatory tasks are described in the different course descriptions.

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It will be possible to take part of the studies abroad, provided that the external courses are
similar in content and scope to those specified in the study plan.

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Programme structure

Sem- 10 ECTS 10 ECTS 10 ECTS

ester
1. SMN6190 Linear algebra 2 ELE-3501 Control Engineering ELE-3500 Power System
Fundamentals
SMN6191 Numerical Methods

2. ELE-3506 Programming STE6256 Instrumentation & SAD6210 Innovation and

measuring systems economics
ELE-3502 Signal Distribution STE6217 El Machines and ELE-3503 Power System
and Transmission Power Electronics 1 Stability

3. STE6225 El Machines and STE6285 Renewable energy - STE6287 Power System

Power Electronics 2 generation and conversion Operation and Control

SAD6211 Innovation and ELE-3504 Fundamentals of ELE-35xx Electives

management Programmable Controllers

4. ELE-3900 Diploma Thesis - M-EL

After completing the study program the candidate has the following learning outcome:
Learning-
outcome Knowledge:
The student has acquired
 basic knowledge about economics and innovation, with special focus on creating an
enterprise, developing concepts and protection of rights.
 knows the principles of electric power system and understands the limitations and
bottlenecks in such a system. Key topics are renewable energy, stability of power
systems and operation and control of power systems.
 a thorough knowledge of electrical machines, their dynamics and choice of suitable
converter types for motor drives. The candidate also knows about available
measurement sensors and how these could be integrated in an advanced control
system.
 basic knowledge of computer architecture and programming.

Skills:
The student can
 use linear algebra and numerical methods as mathematical tools for analyzing physical
processes and technical solutions.
 combine power electronics, control engineering and electrical systems into advanced
electric motor drives.
 perform basic simulations and analyzes of power systems, in regards to load flow,
stability, operating conditions or economic considerations.
 use computers, microcontrollers or other types of microelectronics in order to control
and monitor mechatronic systems.
 completes the study program through performing a larger diploma work of a six-month
duration.

Generell kompetanse:

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  gains insight into new and innovative technologies and will be able to put these into a
society perspective.
 gains insight into various aspects of future network systems, energy solutions and
climate challenges.
 is able to combine energy systems with signal transfer and ICT solutions in an overall
system with high flexibility.

Programme The program is suitable for candidates who want to work with industrial electrical
relevance engineering, automation, power grid operation and utilizing renewable energy sources. The
program also provides a basis for working with project management and marketing, or
teaching in technical subjects at Bachelor's level.
The program also qualifies for doctoral studies in related fields.

Scope and Most courses are based on lectures, self-study and assignments or small projects,
individually or in groups. Each 5 ECTS course usually includes 40 lectures, plus supervision
learning
time. The hand-outs can be voluntary or mandatory. Mandatory lab exercises are included
activities in some topics. Scientific theory application and analysis is emphasized in assignment and
project solution. The different course descriptions provide additional information.

Assess-ments Different assessment methods is applied through the study program. In most cases the
assessment is based on a written exam. In some cases an overall assessment is applied,
combining a written exam with assignments or projects, or a final report combined with an
oral exam. The different course descriptions provide additional information.

Master The final master thesis (diploma) can be carried out in close collaboration with industry
partners and/or on the basis of existing research and development projects. The work is
Theses
usually performed individually. Regular status meetings will be held throughout the entire
project period. The diploma will be evaluated solely on the basis of a final written report.

Language of English
instruction
Internationali It is possible to study the parts of the master's program at other universities. An individual
plan must then be drawn up in consultation with the study coordinator.
zation and
exchange
possibilities
Professional Department of Electrical Engineering - Faculty of Engineering Science and Technology
and
administrativ
e liable
Quality By the end of each course the students are offered a survey with an electronic
control questionnaire. Various forms of alternative evaluations are offered, including reference
groups.