Energy Conversion and Control Systems
Study programme title in Est.
Energiamuundus- ja juhtimissüsteemid
Study programme title in Engl.
Energy Conversion and Control Systems
TalTech study programme code
AAAM02
MER study programme code
2047
Study programme version code
AAAM02/22
Faculty / college
E - School of Engineering
Head of study programme/study programme manager
Toomas Vaimann
Language of instruction
Estonian
Study level
Master study
ECTS credits
120
Self-paid study programme
no
Nominal study period
4 semesters
Study programme group
Engineering, Manufacturing and Technology
Broad area of study
Engineering, Manufacturing and Construction
Study field
Engineering and engineering trades
Curriculum group
Electricity and energy
Granting the right to conduct studies in the study programme group
õppe läbiviimise õigus
Validity date of the right to conduct studies in the study programme group
tähtajatu
No. of the decision granting the right to teach in the study programme group
112
Access conditions
Bachelor degree or education of corresponding qualification in accordance with admission requirements of TalTech.
Study programme aims and objectives
In this program, knowledge will be gained and skills will be developed that are necessary for electrical engineers to work with electrical systems,
components and devices. In addition, constructing them and planning and leading the work to be performed on them, as well as leading their operation, maintenance and exploitation in manners that are economically feasible, environmentally friendly and accepted by the society. Readiness to work in an interdisciplinary team with engineers of connected fields and other specialists as well as the readiness to start work as an electrical engineer in the field of exploitation and development of technology will be acquired. Show more...
components and devices. In addition, constructing them and planning and leading the work to be performed on them, as well as leading their operation, maintenance and exploitation in manners that are economically feasible, environmentally friendly and accepted by the society. Readiness to work in an interdisciplinary team with engineers of connected fields and other specialists as well as the readiness to start work as an electrical engineer in the field of exploitation and development of technology will be acquired. Show more...
Learning outcomes of the study programme
The graduate:
- has obtained the skills and competences required by diploma engineer, level 7 occupational standard;
- is ready to apply acquired knowledge and skills in hand with electrical engineering specialists and during further studies in doctoral level;
- has obtained skills and competences to enter the labor market and begin individual specialized work, mainly in the fields of electrical engineering and power engineering, but also in the fields of mechatronics and automation;
- has a systematic overview of energy conversion and control systems and their importance in the society and economy, applied theories and methods in the field, actual problems and trends of the field;
- identifies and formulates problems related with energy conversion and control systems and analyses as well as assesses different solutions;
- applies the basics of engineering and follows engineering occupational ethics when working as designer, electrical engineering project leader or operation manager of electrical installations;
- formulates, presents and arguments orally and in written form the problems of the field, analyses, conclusions and theories on which they are based, as well as participates in such discussions both in study language and one foreign language. Show more...
- has obtained the skills and competences required by diploma engineer, level 7 occupational standard;
- is ready to apply acquired knowledge and skills in hand with electrical engineering specialists and during further studies in doctoral level;
- has obtained skills and competences to enter the labor market and begin individual specialized work, mainly in the fields of electrical engineering and power engineering, but also in the fields of mechatronics and automation;
- has a systematic overview of energy conversion and control systems and their importance in the society and economy, applied theories and methods in the field, actual problems and trends of the field;
- identifies and formulates problems related with energy conversion and control systems and analyses as well as assesses different solutions;
- applies the basics of engineering and follows engineering occupational ethics when working as designer, electrical engineering project leader or operation manager of electrical installations;
- formulates, presents and arguments orally and in written form the problems of the field, analyses, conclusions and theories on which they are based, as well as participates in such discussions both in study language and one foreign language. Show more...
Graduation requirements
Completion of the curriculum in the required amount, and the successful defence of the graduation paper in conformity with the requirements set by the TalTech Senate.
In order to obtain Cum Laude diploma the graduation paper must be defended for the grade "5" and the weighted average grade must be at least 4,60, where all grades from diploma supplement are taken into account. Show more...
In order to obtain Cum Laude diploma the graduation paper must be defended for the grade "5" and the weighted average grade must be at least 4,60, where all grades from diploma supplement are taken into account. Show more...
Degrees conferred
Master of Science in Engineering
Study programme version structure :
Module type
total ECTS credits
General studies
6.0
Core studies
24.0
Special studies
54.0
Free choice courses
6.0
Graduation thesis
30.0
Total
120.0
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the role of entrepreneur and the principles of business planning and development (incl growth) process, also about the main aspects of the activities of enterprises in the context of external business environment. Show more...Learning outcomes1. Explaining the essence of entrepreneurship, phases of entrepreneurship processes and business planning as well as the main activities of enterprises.
2. Assessing own abilities to initiate teamwork and activate on the development of business ideas in real life and handle risks.
3. Assessing business opportunities and analysing them based on problems needful to solve, uncovered market nisches and development trends.
4. Carrying out market and competition analysis originated from choosen business opportunities, compiling the general and competition strategy for planned enterprise.
5. Designing full marketing mix for enterprise (products/services, pricing policy, market channels and promotion activities).
6. Compiling report for profit, cash flows and balance prognosis and cost-benefit analysis.
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electricity distribution and electrical installations, electromagnetic phenomena and their influence.
2. To teach measurement, determination and segregation of electrical phenomena and dimensions occurring in the field.
3. To give an overview of contemporary level of smart grids and electrical transportation as well as their future trends, and legislative basis as well as regulations in the field of electrical engineering.
4. To give skills for implementation of electrical technologies in different situations and environments. Show more...Learning outcomesThe student:
1. Plans construction and selection of components of electricity distribution,
electricity supply, smart grids, electrical installations, according to different technological specifics;
2. Uses modern calculation and measurement methodologies when dealing with electricity distribution technologies, electricity supply, smart grids and electrical installations, according to appropriate standards and other normative documents;
3. Orientates in contemporary problems of electrical transportation and its developments, drive systems, loading systems and electricity supply systems used in electrical transportation;
4. Orientates in the legislative structure and regulations of electrical engineering, in the context of Estonia and European Union, and follows them while solving problems occurring in the field;
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transfer lines, flexible production systems, robotic systems, stationary and mobile robots, mechatronics systems, data communication systems, power electronics, electronics systems and electric drives as well as introduce their implementation possibilities. Show more...Learning outcomesThe student:
1. Is acquainted with main operation principles of automation systems and main electric, electronic, electromechanic, etc. components.
2. Is acquainted with stationary and mobile robots as well as other program-controlled machines, their construction and control (programming) principles.
3. Is acquainted with industrial control devices (programmable controllers) and data communication systems (grids).
4. Composes, according to specifications, necessary automation systems, while following set requirements for automation systems design.
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2. Introduce the usage of standards and software packages to solve design and modeling tasks and compose design documentation.
3. To deepen the knowledge in the most important development directions of electrical installations and consuming devices.
4. To create opportunity for development and usage of electrical technologies. Show more...Learning outcomesThe student:
1. Models and designs electromagnetic devices and has skills to choose new electromagnetic devices according to specification.
2. Is acquainted with principles of electric lighting and main industrial electrical technologies as well as can choose best technical solutions for implementation.
3. Is acquainted with the peculiarities of engineering in the design of machines, devices and installations as well as their maintenance, tuning, installing and exploitation.
4. Is acquainted with main principles of designing electrical systems, electrical installations and electrical devices and main stages of their design.
5. Is acquainted with computer aided modelling and simulation procedures of devices and systems.
6. Uses main standards and regulations for designing, while solving a design problem.
7. Uses appropriate software, while solving a design problem.
8. Composes documents using design software, while following rules for design documentation composition. Show more...Compulsory courses:Course titleCourse codeECTS creditsHours per weekLecturesPracticesExercisesE/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.Teaching semesterTotal: 12.0 ECTS creditsElective courses:Course titleCourse codeECTS creditsHours per weekLecturesPracticesExercisesE/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.Teaching semesterTotal: at least 12.0 ECTS credits - +MODULE: Internship Module 6.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)AimsTo create conditions and possibilities for better succeeding in labor market,
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using the obtained theoretical knowledge of engineering and practical skills in specialized job. Show more...Compulsory courses:Course titleCourse codeECTS creditsHours per weekLecturesPracticesExercisesE/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.Teaching semesterTotal: 6.0 ECTS credits - +MODULE: Free Studies Module 6.0 ECTS credits (Free choice courses)AimsTo give the opportunity to improve knowledge and develop skills according to individual goals,
necessities and preferences. Show more...Learning outcomes1. The student has gained new knowledge and skills according to individual goals.
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as well as skills for individual composition of engineering project or research work, taking into account economic feasibility, reliability and sustainability. Show more...Learning outcomesThe student:
1. Formulates and describes the posed study field problem.
2. Independently gathers information, assesses it in a critical manner, systemizes it and composes a state of art literature review.
3. Analyzes the problem and describes, as well as justifies the possible solutions.
4. Solves the problem using adequate methods and presents the best solution, taking into account economic feasibility, reliability and sustainability.
5. Demonstrates deepened knowledge about the questions investigated in the thesis.
6. Formats the thesis according to the set requirements.
7. Defends the arguments and hypotheses set in the thesis and demonstrates the solutions of the posed problem. Show more... - +STANDARD STUDY PLAN: Autumn daytime study