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Electrical Power and Energy Engineering (minor)
Basic information
Code:
ELEC3027
Extent:
20
ECTS
Curriculum:
2026–2028
2024–2026
2022–2024
2020–2022
Level:
Advanced studies
Language of learning:
English
Target group:
All Aalto students
Teacher in charge:
Marko Hinkkanen
Edris Pouresmaeil
Administrative contact:
Anna Veijola
Organising department:
Department of Electrical Engineering and Automation
Organiser:
School of Electrical Engineering
Prerequisites:
Minor in Electrical Engineering in the Bachelor's degree or equivalent knowledge.
Quotas and restrictions:
-
Application process:
-
Content and structure of the minor
About the minor
Electrical power and energy systems form the backbone of societies. The field includes sustainable generation, transmission, distribution, and utilisation of electrical power, as well as power-conversion devices such as motors, generators, and powerelectronic converters. This minor offers a theoretical base needed by engineers working on the field of electrical power and energy engineering.
Upon completion of the minor, the student will be able to:
- Identify fundamental aspects and considerations for electrical energy systems
- Analyse and evaluate existing and future challenges in the field of electrical power and energy engineering
- Analyse power systems and energy conversion devices
Name of the minor in Finnish: Sähköenergiatekniikka (sivuaine)
Name of the minor in Swedish: Elkraftteknik (biämne)
| Code | Course name | ECTS | Teaching |
|---|---|---|---|
Choose a minimum of 4 courses (20 credits) from the list below |
|||
| ELEC-E8432 | An Introduction to Hydrogen Economy | 5 | I-V English |
| ELEC-E8424 | Distributed Generation Technologies | 5 | I-II English |
| ELEC-E8405 | Electric Drives | 5 | I-II English |
| ELEC-E8406 | Electricity Distribution and Markets | 5 | III-IV English |
| ELEC-E8407 | Electromechanics | 5 | I-II English |
| ELEC-E8433 | Elements of Hydrogen System and Storages | 5 | I-II English |
| ELEC-E8412 | Power Electronics | 5 | I-II English |
| ELEC-E8413 | Power Systems | 5 | I-II English |
| ELEC-E8700 | Principles and fundamentals of lighting | 5 | I-II English |
| ELEC-E8702 | Rakennussähköistys | 5 | III-V Finnish |
Previous curricula
Basic information
Code: ELEC3027
Extent: 20 ECTS
Curriculum: 2024–2026 2022–2024 2020–2022
Level: Advanced studies
Language of learning: English
Theme: Advanced energy solutions
Target group: All Aalto students
Teacher in charge: Marko Hinkkanen Matti Lehtonen
Administrative contact: Alli Palojärvi
Organising department: Department of Electrical Engineering and Automation
School: School of Electrical Engineering
Prerequisites: Minor in Electrical Engineering in the Bachelor's degree or equivalent knowledge.
Quotas and restrictions: -
Application process: -
Intended learning outcomes
Electrical power and energy systems form the backbone of societies. The field includes sustainable generation, transmission, distribution, and utilisation of electrical power, as well as power-conversion devices such as motors, generators, and powerelectronic converters. This minor offers a theoretical base needed by engineers working on the field of electrical power and energy engineering.
Upon completion of the minor, the student will be able to:
- Identify fundamental aspects and considerations for electrical energy systems
- Analyse and evaluate existing and future challenges in the field of electrical power and energy engineering
- Analyse power systems and energy conversion devices
Content
| Code | Course name | ECTS | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
Choose a minimum of 4 courses (20 credits) from the list below |
|||
| ELEC-E8452 | An Introduction to Hydrogen Economy | 5 | I-V |
| ELEC-E8424 | Distributed Generation Technologies | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8405 | Electric Drives | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8406 | Electricity Distribution and Markets | 5 | III-IV |
| ELEC-E8407 | Electromechanics | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8433 | Elements of Hydrogen System and Storages | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8412 | Power Electronics | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8413 | Power Systems | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8700 | Principles and fundamentals of lighting | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8702 | Rakennussähköistys | 5 | III-V |
Code: ELEC3027
Extent: 20 ECTS
Curriculum: 2024–2026
Level: Masters
Language of instruction: English
Theme: Advanced energy solutions
Teacher in charge: Marko Hinkkanen Matti Lehtonen
Administrative contact: Alli Palojärvi
Organising department: -
Target group: All Aalto students
Prerequisites: Minor in Electrical Engineering in the Bachelor's degree or equivalent knowledge.
Quotas and restrictions: -
Application process: -
Electrical power and energy systems form the backbone of societies. Intelligent systems, spanning from production to end-user, ensure optimal utilisation of resources — minimal impact on environment, maximal benefits for society. The field includes transmission, distribution, smart grid, and sustainable generation and utilisation of electrical power, as well as power-conversion devices such as motors, generators, and power-electronic converters. This minor offers a theoretical base needed by engineers working on the field of electrical power and energy engineering.
Upon completion of the Minor, the student will be able to:
- Identify fundamental aspects and considerations for electrical energy systems
- Analyze and evaluate existing and future challenges in the field of electrical power and energy engineering
- Analyze power systems and energy conversion devices
The minor consists of 20 credits in total.
| Code | Course name | ECTS credits | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choose a minimum of 4 courses (20 credits) from the list below | 20 | ||
| ELEC-E8424 | Distributed Generation Technologies | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8405 | Electric Drives | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8407 | Electromechanics | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8001 | Embedded Real-Time Systems | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8412 | Power Electronics | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8413 | Power Systems | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8406 | Electricity Distribution and Markets | 5 | III |
| ELEC-E8700 | Principles and fundamentals of lighting | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8702 | Rakennussähköistys | 5 | III-V |
Basic information
Biämne på svenska: Elkraftteknik
Minor in Finnish: Sähköenergiatekniikka
Code: ELEC3027
Extent: 20 credits
Language: English
Teacher in charge: Marko Hinkkanen, Matti Lehtonen
Target group: All Aalto students
Prerequisites: Minor in Electrical Engineering in the Bachelor’s degree or equivalent knowledge.
Content and structure of the minor
Electrical power and energy systems form the backbone of societies. Intelligent systems, spanning from production to end-user, ensure optimal utilisation of resources — minimal impact on environment, maximal benefits for society. The field includes transmission, distribution, smart grid, and sustainable generation and utilisation of electrical power, as well as power-conversion devices such as motors, generators, and power-electronic converters. This minor offers a theoretical base needed by engineers working on the field of electrical power and energy engineering.
Upon completion of the Minor, the student will be able to:
- Identify fundamental aspects and considerations for electrical energy systems
- Analyze and evaluate existing and future challenges in the field of electrical power and energy engineering
- Analyze power systems and energy conversion devices
The minor consists of 20 credits in total.
| Code | Course name | ECTS credits | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choose a minimum of 4 courses (20 credits) from the list below | 20 | ||
| ELEC-E8424 | Distributed Generation Technologies | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8405 | Electric Drives | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8407 | Electromechanics | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8001 | Embedded Real-Time Systems | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8412 | Power Electronics | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8413 | Power Systems | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8406 | Electricity Distribution and Markets | 5 | III |
| ELEC-E8700 | Principles and fundamentals of lighting | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8702 | Rakennussähköistys | 5 | III-V |
Basic information
Biämne på svenska: Elkraftteknik
Minor in Finnish: Sähköenergiatekniikka
Code: ELEC3027
Responsible professors: Marko Hinkkanen, Matti Lehtonen
Extent: 20 credits
Language: English
Prerequisites: Minor in Electrical Engineering in the Bachelor’s degree or equivalent knowledge.
Content and structure of the minor
Electrical power and energy systems form the backbone of societies. Intelligent systems, spanning from production to end-user, ensure optimal utilisation of resources — minimal impact on environment, maximal benefits for society. The field includes transmission, distribution, smart grid, and sustainable generation and utilisation of electrical power, as well as power-conversion devices such as motors, generators, and power-electronic converters. This minor offers a theoretical base needed by engineers working on the field of electrical power and energy engineering.
Upon completion of the Minor, the student will be able to:
- Identify fundamental aspects and considerations for electrical energy systems
- Analyze and evaluate existing and future challenges in the field of electrical power and energy engineering
- Analyze power systems and energy conversion devices
The minor consists of 20 credits in total. Students may either choose to complete four compulsory courses of their choice or three compulsory courses and one elective course as given in the list below.
| Code | Course name | ECTS credits | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choose a minimum of 4 courses (20 credits) from the list below | 20 | ||
| ELEC-E8424 | Distributed Generation Technologies | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8405 | Electric Drives | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8407 | Electromechanics | 5 | I |
| ELEC-E8001 | Embedded Real-Time Systems | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8412 | Power Electronics | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8413 | Power Systems | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8406 | Electricity Distribution and Markets | 5 | |
| ELEC-E8700 | Principles and fundamentals of lighting | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8702 | Rakennussähköistys | 5 | III-V |
Basic information
Biämne på svenska: Elkraftteknik
Minor in Finnish: Sähköenergiatekniikka
Code: ELEC3027
Responsible professors: Marko Hinkkanen, Matti Lehtonen
Extent: 20 credits
Language: English
Prerequisites: Minor in Electrical Engineering in the Bachelor’s degree or equivalent knowledge.
Objectives and learning outcomes
Electrical power and energy systems form the backbone of societies. Intelligent systems, spanning from production to end-user, ensure optimal utilisation of resources — minimal impact on environment, maximal benefits for society. The field includes transmission, distribution, smart grid, and sustainable generation and utilisation of electrical power, as well as power-conversion devices such as motors, generators, and power-electronic converters. This minor offers a theoretical base needed by engineers working on the field of electrical power and energy engineering.
Upon completion of the Minor, the student will be able to:
- Identify fundamental aspects and considerations for electrical energy systems
- Analyze and evaluate existing and future challenges in the field of electrical power and energy engineering
- Analyze power systems and energy conversion devices
Content of the minor
The minor consists of 20 credits in total. Students may either choose to complete four compulsory courses of their choice or three compulsory courses and one elective course as given in the list below.
| Code | Course name | ECTS credits | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compulsory courses - Choose a minimum of 3 courses (15 credits) from the list below | 15 | ||
| ELEC-E8405 | Electric Drives | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8407 | Electromechanics | 5 | I |
| ELEC-E8001 | Embedded Real-Time Systems | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8412 | Power Electronics | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8413 | Power Systems | 5 | I-II |
| Optional courses - Choose 1 course (5 credits) from the list below | 5 | ||
| PHYS-E0483 | Advances in New Energy Technologies | 5 | III-IV |
| ELEC-E8712 | Design for Reliability | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8730 | Design of Electronic Equipment | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-E8731 | Design of Electronic Prototype | 5 | III-IV |
| ELEC-E8408 | Embedded Systems Development | 5 | III-IV |
| PHYS-E6571 | Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Technology | 5 | III-IV (alt. years) |
| PHYS-C6370 | Fundamentals of New Energy Sources | 5 | I-II |
| CS-E5340 | Introduction to Industrial Internet | 5 | IV |
| KON-C2004 | Mechatronic Basics | 5 | II |
| PHYS-C1380 | Multi-disciplinary energy perspectives | 5 | III-IV |
| ELEC-E8700 | Principles and fundamentals of lighting | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-D8710 | Principles of materials science | 5 | III-IV |
| ELEC-E8702 | Rakennusähköistys | 5 | III-V |
| ELEC-E8414 | Seminar on Electromechanics P | 5 | IV |
| ELEC-E8415 | Special Assignment in Electrical Power and Energy Engineering V | 5 | I, II, III, IV; V |
| ELEC-E8416 | Special Course on Electromechanics P | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-L8402 | Special Topics in Industrial Electronics I P | 5 | I-II |
| ELEC-L8403 | Special Topics in Industrial Electronics II P | 5 | III-IV |
| ELEC-E8420 | Sähkönsiirtojärjestelmät 2 (Power Transmission Systems 2) | 5 | IV-V |