MSc programs - DTU

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Electrical Engineering
MSc in Electrical Engineering
Semesters: 4
Study credits: 120 ECTS
Start: September 2007
Seats: 60
Application date: March 15 or June 1, 2007
Electrical engineering is fundamental to many technologies that strongly influence the develop-
ment of modern society. From electrical power generation and distribution over electronic devices
and equipment to wireless communication, electrical engineering is at the heart of everyday
technologies in our professional as well as our private lives. DTU covers several areas of electrical
engineering as witnessed by the three associated MSc programs in Space Technology, Wind Energy
and Wireless Engineering as well as the four recommended study lines listed below.
The MSc program in Electrical Engineering gives you the opportunity to work at all levels from
theory and methods over components and systems to applications. The courses range from highly
theoretical to highly practical including experimental work in advanced laboratories. Your final
MSc thesis project will either be linked closely to on-going research at DTU and/or be carried out in
cooperation with a company outside DTU.
The M.Sc. program in Electrical Engineering is anchored in the Ørsted·DTU department but includes
courses from other DTU departments. The program is research-based and application-driven - often
in close cooperation with other universities, research organizations and industry.
Study lines: Acoustics
Automation and Robot Technology
Electric Power Engineering
Physical Electronics
Career opportunities: The electrical engineering degree is well recognized and
job opportunities are plenty in private companies as
well as public organizations. Furthermore, there are
opportunities for excellent MSc graduates to pursue a
PhD program at DTU.
Prerequisites: BSc degree in electrical engineering or another relevant field.
Good qualifications in fundamental mathematics, physics,
and electrical, electronic and electromagnetic engineering.
Program coordinator: Professor Olav Breinbjerg (ob@oersted.dtu.dk)
Department: Ørsted·DTU
Read more: www.dtu.dk and www.oersted.dtu.dk
MSc in Wind Energy – Electrical
Semesters: 4
Study credits: 120 ECTS
Start: September 2007
Seats: 60
Application date: 15 March or June 1, 2007
Wind power is a successful technology of steadily increasing importance. Wind energy installed
throughout the world generates the equivalent electricity need of 47 million Europeans. And this
is just the beginning. In 2020 wind power can deliver 12% of the global electricity demand, create
2.3 million jobs and make a substantial contribution to reduce CO2 emissions. The MSc program is
Wind Energy Electrical is based on Danish front knowledge and technology, combining scientific research
and knowledge with teaching and guidance from a large number of associated experts and
researchers from industry. DTU is a world leading university within wind energy technology and has
been engaged in wind energy research and education since the 1970’s. Since 2001, the university
has offered a dedicated MSc program in wind power.
The objective of the MSc specialization in wind energy is to give you a general understanding of
wind energy systems and a deep insight in and knowledge about electrical technologies related to
wind energy qualifying you to analyze, design, develop and operate wind energy systems. You get
the possibility of contributing to the global development, and you will have a wide range of job opportunities
at technology providers such as wind turbine manufacturers and subcontractors, energy
companies, utility companies, developers, consultancies and research companies. Furthermore,
you have the possibility of supplementing with a broad variety of knowledge on eg aerodynamics,
wind turbine construction, control, prognosis and optimization. The specialization provides you
with extensive knowledge on wind turbine technology and specialized knowledge and skills within
several electrical key technologies of wind power. Key elements in the specialization cover electrical
design of wind turbines including generator and power electronics, grid connection and integration
of wind power in the electric power system. The specialization covers the electrical system of the
individual wind turbine as well as the electrical and control aspects of interaction between the
wind turbines and the electric power system.
The specialization in wind energy (electrical engineering) is offered in close collaboration with the
specialization in wind energy (mechanical engineering). Several activities and courses are common
for the two specializations. Besides, the two specializations are coordinated with common elective
courses. In this way it is possible to obtain cross-disciplinary knowledge on a wide range of wind
power technologies.
Career opportunities: Technology providers like wind turbine manufacturers and
subcontractors, energy companies, utility companies, developers,
consultancies and research companies.
Prerequisites: BSc degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or other
relevant academic background. Skills within at least one of the following
subjects: Powersystem analysis and design, Power system management
and control, Electric machinery, Power electronics, Automation, High voltage
engineering, Testing and measuring techniques, Material science and
electrical experimental.
Programme coordinator: Professor Jacob Østergaard
Department: Ørsted•DTU, http://www.oersted.dtu.dk
Read more: www.oersted.dtu.dk