Competences imparted: MSc program in Electrical Engineering

Competence Profile (MSc) A graduate from the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) has a research-based education at a high technological level that qualifies the graduate to take on specialized business functions and participate in scientific development. A masters degree in Engineering also gives access to further education within research (e.g. research positions or a PhD). The graduate has: basic understanding and knowledge of the natural sciences and technological principles. The graduate can use this knowledge for innovative purposes such as solving technological problems in business or societal contexts. extensive technological expertise within a specific area and knowledge of current trends and opportunities within this area. a clear professional profile which includes elements of current research at an international level. The graduate has the ability to use this knowledge in developing new ideas and solving new problems. a thorough understanding of how elements of a technological problem interact. The graduate is able to develop relevant models, systems and processes to solve the problem in question using creative analysis and modeling. the ability to assess and delimit complex issues, put them into a broad professional and societal context, and, on this basis, propose relevant courses of action. the ability to combine technological expertise with knowledge of economics, management, organization and project work. The graduate is able to examine technological solutions in a business and societal perspective.

General competences (MSc)

The graduate: is proficient in both oral and written communication, and is able to present professional results in a convincing manner commands technical problem solving at a high level, primarily through project-related approaches. The graduate is able to handle all phases of a project, including the drafting of project timelines, design and solution proposals, and documentation can use and assess technological solutions, while applying principles of ethics and sustainability is experienced in abstract mathematical thinking and can apply theory to solve practical problems.

Formal conditions (MSc)

Admission requirements: BSc Eng (180 ECTS points) Program duration: The masters program covers two years of full-time study (equal to 120 ECTS). This framework ensures that all graduates acquire professional core competencies through technological specialization (minimum 30 ECTS) and a masters thesis (minimum 30 ECTS). Program participants also acquire specialized knowledge through elective courses (minimum 30 ECTS). The program also includes 30 elective ECTS credit points. Title: Master of Science in Engineering, cand. polyt. Further education: Research, PhD (3 years) Executive order: The masters program complies with executive order BEK 338 dated May 6, 2004 (and subsequent amendments) issued by the Danish Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation.

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE OBJECTIVES (MSc) The MSc program in Electrical Engineering

Electrical Engineering is an extensive field ranging from acoustics and automation to electronics, signal processing and electrical energy systems with a strong focus on the correlation between theory and application. This broad field offers a wide variety of specializations. At its core is the mathematical description of problems. It combines mastery of theory with a practical approach centred around one or more of the following: electrical and electronic components, circuits and network, signal processing, control, regulation, embedded programming, electromagnetism and field theory, electrical energy and power. The MSc thesis takes on a technical (typically research-based) problem in a company research group or in an international context.

The graduate can:

describe a problem and apply mathematics to find a solution take a comprehensive view of solutions and choose the optimum solution apply general knowledge to solve an electrical engineering problem and transfer solutions between various kinds of problems apply/develop software for design/analysis and simulation within one or more of the core fields: electrical and electronic components, circuits and network, signal processing, control, regulation, embedded programming, electromagnetism and field theory, electrical energy and power

contribute to the formulation and implementation of a research project where electrical engineering is an integral part of a technical solution analyze and consider problems within electronics and signal processing demonstrate a profound knowledge of the field acquired through the MSc thesis project find solutions by applying theoretical and experimental methods to complicated problems in electrical engineering and adjacent fields

Facts about DTU

The Technical University of Denmark (DTU) is one of the largest Northern European research and education institutions in the engineering field. DTU educates more than 750 Masters and 300 Bachelors of Engineering and 150 PhDs a year. On January 2007 DTU merged with 5 sectorial research institutions becoming a broad-based technical university and center of excellence. The university has more than 6,000 students and over 4100 employees. DTU offers a 3-year business-oriented Bachelor of Engineering, a 3-year Bachelor of Science in Engineering and a 2-year Master of Science in Engineering, MSc Eng. DTU also offers a 2-year Master of Science and Technology (MSc Techn) for Bachelors of Science and a Bachelor and Master's program in Food Science in collaboration with the University of Copenhagen.

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE OBJECTIVES (MSc) The MSc program in Electrical Engineering Acoustics
The Acoustics study-line is concerned with sound, vibration and hearing. The core fields of this multidisciplinary program are Physical Acoustics, Architectural Acoustics and Audiological Acoustics. You acquire a profound knowledge of one or more of the following: 1) generation of sound, outdoor sound propagation, room acoustics and sound transmission, 2) acoustic measurement techniques, signal processing, electroacoustic transducers and sound reproduction, 3) human hearing, perception of sound, auditory signal processing, and noise-induced nuisance. The MSc thesis project usually involves theoretical/numerical modeling and experimental validation.

The graduate can:

demonstrate in-depth knowledge of our hearing and utilize the concepts of hearing threshold, loudness, masking of sound and localization of sound sources describe the speech signal, estimate the nuisancevalue of noise, classify hearing losses and suggest means of preventing hearing loss demonstrate knowledge of signal processing in hearing and its perceptual consequences and utilize auditive models for technical and clinical applications construct equivalent electrical networks for analyzing the properties of acoustic transducers (microphones and loudspeakers) and electroacoustic systems apply theories and methods for the calculation of sound fields, sound transmission and radiation of sound and select the appropriate method for solving a given acoustic problem apply the theories and methods of room acoustics for the design of rooms with good acoustics for music and speech intelligibility apply advanced acoustic measurement techniques and signal processing, evaluate and interpret complex acoustic analysis data and estimate measurement uncertainties Independently design and carry out an acoustic project based on theoretical/numerical analysis with a subsequent experimental demonstration synthesize the results and present them orally and in writing

Facts about DTU

The Technical University of Denmark (DTU) is one of the largest Northern European research and education institutions in the engineering field. DTU educates more than 750 Masters and 300 Bachelors of Engineering and 150 PhDs a year. On January 2007 DTU merged with 5 sectorial research institutions becoming a broad-based technical university and center of excellence. The university has more than 6,000 students and over 4100 employees. DTU offers a 3-year business-oriented Bachelor of Engineering, a 3-year Bachelor of Science in Engineering and a 2-year Master of Science in Engineering, MSc Eng. DTU also offers a 2-year Master of Science and Technology (MSc Techn) for Bachelors of Science and a Bachelor and Master's program in Food Science in collaboration with the University of Copenhagen.

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE OBJECTIVES (MSc) The MSc program in Electrical Engineering Automation and Robot Technology
Graduates in the Automation and Robot Technology study-line have mastered the technical aspects of automation and robot systems. They can develop technical solutions to ensure effective, competitive and reliable control of robots, ships and satellites. They combine this with competences in information, communication and mechanical technology. The study line gives you the opportunity to work in various domains of the core fields: Control, Robot Technology and Automation. The MSc thesis project involves theoretical/numerical models and the analysis of practical problems; it often includes experimental tests and may be carried out in cooperation with a company. This provides in-depth theoretical knowledge and experience of practical problem-solving. Graduates of this study-line typically find work in the energy industry, in manufacturing or consultancy.

The graduate can:

analyze and calculate feedback, P, PI and PID controllers using control theory classify and plan automation systems demonstrate a wide knowledge of and proficiency in concepts and methods within automation technology and robot technology Demonstrate specialized knowledge of and proficiency in modern control theory, robust and fault-tolerant control, implementation of control systems on computers, the construction of automation systems or robot technology analyze, calculate and consider complex problems within the field through specialized knowledge of and proficiency in using computer-based simulation tools choose and classify the essential experimental methods applied in connection with the analysis and design of automation and robot systems develop a specific automation or robot solution and consider its advantages and disadvantages synthesize the results and present them orally and in writing

Facts about DTU

The Technical University of Denmark (DTU) is one of the largest Northern European research and education institutions in the engineering field. DTU educates more than 750 Masters and 300 Bachelors of Engineering and 150 PhDs a year. On January 2007 DTU merged with 5 sectorial research institutions becoming a broad-based technical university and center of excellence. The university has more than 6,000 students and over 4100 employees. DTU offers a 3-year business-oriented Bachelor of Engineering, a 3-year Bachelor of Science in Engineering and a 2-year Master of Science in Engineering, MSc Eng. DTU also offers a 2-year Master of Science and Technology (MSc Techn) for Bachelors of Science and a Bachelor and Master's program in Food Science in collaboration with the University of Copenhagen.

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE OBJECTIVES (MSc) The MSc program in Electrical Engineering Electrical Energy Systems
Graduates of the Electrical Energy Systems study-line have mastered the technical aspects of electrical energy systems and can develop technical solutions to ensure a sustainable, competitive and reliable energy system. This includes the technologies necessary for the solution of the CO2 problem: wind turbines, fuel cells, electric cars, storage technologies, intelligent control and energy efficient devices. The basic technical disciplines comprise electric technology, high-voltage technology, power electronics, regulation and automation and competence in information and communication technology. This study line is anchored in the wind-turbine, power-electronics and energy industry. The MSc thesis is typically based on the analysis and design of a specific task and is often carried out in cooperation with a company. Graduates of this study-line typically find work in the expanding Danish energy industry in a power-electronics, wind-turbine or energy company or consultancy.

The graduate can:

classify and plan electrical energy systems on the basis of a general understanding of the technologies, theories, methods and tools normally applied demonstrate knowledge of and proficiency in concepts and methods within electrical engineering and energy technology demonstrate specialized technical knowledge of and proficiency in electrical systems, electrical plants, electrical components or power electronics demonstrate specialized knowledge of and proficiency in the application of computer-based simulation tools for the analysis of complex electrical problems identify and evaluate the experimental methods used in connection with the analysis and development of electrical energy solutions develop a specific energy solution and assess and explain its advantages and disadvantages

Facts about DTU

The Technical University of Denmark (DTU) is one of the largest Northern European research and education institutions in the engineering field. DTU educates more than 750 Masters and 300 Bachelors of Engineering and 150 PhDs a year. On January 2007 DTU merged with 5 sectorial research institutions becoming a broad-based technical university and center of excellence. The university has more than 6,000 students and over 4100 employees. DTU offers a 3-year business-oriented Bachelor of Engineering, a 3-year Bachelor of Science in Engineering and a 2-year Master of Science in Engineering, MSc Eng. DTU also offers a 2-year Master of Science and Technology (MSc Techn) for Bachelors of Science and a Bachelor and Master's program in Food Science in collaboration with the University of Copenhagen.

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE OBJECTIVES (MSc) The MSc program in Electrical Engineering Space Technology
The Space Technology study-line covers many aspects of space missions and applications. These include ideas for new missions or applications; the development of airborne prototypes of instruments; the development of flight hardware for missions; and the processing and utilization of data from satellite missions for applications such as control, mapping, climate and space research. Among the fields covered in this interdisciplinary line are: advanced digital and analog electronics, signal processing, image analysis, system analysis, programming, microwave technique, electromagnetic and statistical methods for data processing and interpretation and space physics. It focuses on space instruments such as star cameras, magnetometers and X-ray instruments; electromagnetic systems such as antennas, radar and radiometer systems; attitude control systems; on-board software; and the processing and the interpretation of satellite-data by signal-processing, electromagnetic and statistic methods. Integral to this line are the application-based project-management models used in space projects. These skills may be acquired through a student satellite project. The MSc thesis project is typically carried out in association with national or international companies or spacetechnology agencies. Graduates of this study-line find employment in space or other high-tech companies, often as development engineers.

The graduate can:

demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the construction and components of satellite systems and a wide understanding of satellites scientific and operational applications demonstrate specialized knowledge of spacemission/ application instruments or methods/applications develop a specific instrumentation solution or method and assess its advantages and disadvantages develop/utilize advanced software and interpret the results assess the reliability of an instrument or method and design a test program for verification understand problems from other fields and can apply this knowledge to suggest and evaluate solutions such as missions, instruments or methods demonstrate in-depth knowledge of project management within space projects and apply this knowledge to control a small project

Facts about DTU

The Technical University of Denmark (DTU) is one of the largest Northern European research and education institutions in the engineering field. DTU educates more than 750 Masters and 300 Bachelors of Engineering and 150 PhDs a year. On January 2007 DTU merged with 5 sectorial research institutions becoming a broad-based technical university and center of excellence. The university has more than 6,000 students and over 4100 employees. DTU offers a 3-year business-oriented Bachelor of Engineering, a 3-year Bachelor of Science in Engineering and a 2-year Master of Science in Engineering, MSc Eng. DTU also offers a 2-year Master of Science and Technology (MSc Techn) for Bachelors of Science and a Bachelor and Master's program in Food Science in collaboration with the University of Copenhagen.

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE OBJECTIVES (MSc) The MSc program in Electrical Engineering Wireless Engineering
The Wireless Engineering study-line covers components and systems for wireless transfer and data-collection. It ranges from component to system level in the following fields: advanced digital and analog electronics, digital communication, digital and analog signal processing, signal processing of non-linear systems, system analysis, programming, continuous electromagnetism, microwave technology, antennas, antenna measurements in anechoic chambers and wireless communication. Graduates of this line are well-equipped to exploit the vast potential of wireless media. Examples include: mobile phones, satellite phones, wireless monitor systems, satellite communication, GPS positioning, hearing aids, remotecontrolled car-doors, anti-collision systems, BroBizz, wireless networks (hotspots), wireless mice, burglar and attack alarms, maritime emergency systems and RFID. Such systems use wireless communication standards such as WiMAX, Bluetooth, WCDMA, DVB-H, ZigBee and UWB. The MSc thesis project is typically based on the solution of a specific problem in one of the above fields and is often carried out in cooperation with a company or as part of a research project. Graduates of this line will find commercial or academic employment in satellite, mobile and tele-communications, radar and navigation systems and RF and microwave circuit design. Top students may go on to a PhD degree at DTU.

The graduate can:

demonstrate a profound knowledge of the construction of communication systems utilizing wireless communication understand how wireless-system components and systems work make mathematical models of transmission lines, microwave components, antennas and antenna systems design and analyze antennas for wireless communication systems design and analyze antenna systems for wireless communication systems demonstrate understanding of electromagnetic waves and their application in wireless engineering demonstrate a specialized knowledge of wireless communication systems and design, analyze and construct components develop and utilize advanced computer simulation programs demonstrate a profound knowledge of the latest and most important wireless communication standards

Facts about DTU

The Technical University of Denmark (DTU) is one of the largest Northern European research and education institutions in the engineering field. DTU educates more than 750 Masters and 300 Bachelors of Engineering and 150 PhDs a year. On January 2007 DTU merged with 5 sectorial research institutions becoming a broad-based technical university and center of excellence. The university has more than 6,000 students and over 4100 employees. DTU offers a 3-year business-oriented Bachelor of Engineering, a 3-year Bachelor of Science in Engineering and a 2-year Master of Science in Engineering, MSc Eng. DTU also offers a 2-year Master of Science and Technology (MSc Techn) for Bachelors of Science and a Bachelor and Master's program in Food Science in collaboration with the University of Copenhagen.