Advanced Studies in Smart Grids, At least 80 cr

In general, Smart Grid is an enabler of energy-efficient and environmentally friendly power system and energy market, and critical infrastructure for society. The smart solutions will connect information technology and communication technology to the electricity infrastructure.

The advanced studies provide thorough knowledge of Smart Grids, addressing in-depth some of the underlying areas such as active network management, and the integration of renewable energy sources. The applications of power electronics plays a key role in the integration of the so-called distributed energy resources into the smart grid - distributed renewable sources of generation such as solar and hydrogen cells, wind turbines, controllable loads and electric vehicles. Distribution automation and ICT solutions for active network management provide the foundation for the overall target of smart grids to enable energy-efficient and environmentally friendly energy markets aiming at a secure infrastructure for the benefit of society.

Smart Grid advanced studies is also available for a student of Finnish Master program or from other Finnish universities having suitable courses in Bachelor Degree studies. Suitable studies in Bachelor level at Tampere Univeristy, Electrical Engineering degree program are e.g. Power Engineering, Renewable Energy Technologies or Power Electronics. In the case of a Finnish student the course EE.EES.430 Electric Power Systems can be replaced by the course EE.EES.400 Sähköverkkojen mallintaminen ja analyysi in the Smart Grid advanced studies.

At least the following course is prerequisite for the major: EE.EES.300 Fundamentals of Electrical and Power Engineering.

• After passing the advanced studies the student is able to recognize, manage, and use common scientific and professional concepts of the field.
• The student has possibility to work in electricity companies, power engineering industry, related service companies and research institutes and has knowledge and skills to develope applications in areas such as active network management, the integration of distributed energy resources or the enabling power electronics based technology.
• By doing the master thesis in the major subject the student gains ability to understand and use the scientific and professional concepts of the field.