Degree Programme in Electrical Engineering, MSc (Tech)
Contact
| Head of the Degree Programme: | Pekka Verho, Jari Nurmi |
| Faculty Secretary: | Anna-Maria Syrjämäki, Päivi Salo |
| Study Coordinator: | Anna-Mari Viitala |
Learning Outcomes
| - | After completing the degree the student:
- is capable of working as an expert and developer in the field of his/her major subject - has diverse, in-depth knowledge of the major subject and knows the basics of his/her minor subjects' fields - is familiar with the basics of scientific information and methods and knows how to apply them in relevant, concrete tasks - has sufficient communication and co-operation skills required for work, scientific activities and public social discussion, as well as facilities to participate in public discussion on issues concerning his/her field of expertise - has prerequisites for scientific post-graduate training and continuous professional development - has advanced prerequisites for research and development tasks in the major subject field, as well as basic prerequisites for international tasks in his/her field of expertise |
Structure
Common Core Studies, 10 cr
Learning Outcomes
| - | Upon completion of the common core studies:
- students will acquire basics of Finnish language - students will be accustomed with the Finnish culture, education system and working life - students will gain language, communication and cooperation skills to perform in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment. - students will be exposed to the various area covered in his/her major subject |
Compulsory courses
Recommended year of a course: 4 means the first year at Master level studies and 5 the second year.
| Course | Credit points | Class |
| KIE-10016 Suomi-startti | 3 cr | IV |
| TST-01908 Master's Seminar | 0 cr | V |
| TST-41007 Introduction to Graduate Studies | 2 cr | IV |
| Total | 5 cr |
Optional Compulsory Courses
KIE-34157 Thesis Writing in English is highly recommended. The course must be completed simultaneously with the thesis.
Must be selected at least 5 credits of courses
| Course | Credit points | Class |
| KIE-08007 Intercultural Communication Skills | 3-5 cr | IV |
| KIE-08107 Intercultural Workplace | 2-3 cr | IV |
| KIE-10110 Suomen kielen etappi 1 | 2 cr | IV |
| KIE-11011 Suomen kielen etappi 2 | 3 cr | IV |
| KIE-11110 Suomen kielen etappi 3 | 2 cr | IV |
| KIE-11211 Suomen kielen etappi 4 | 3 cr | V |
| KIE-11311 Suomen kielen etappi 5 | 3 cr | V |
| KIE-34107 Academic Writing in English | 2-3 cr | IV |
| KIE-34157 Thesis Writing in English | 2-3 cr | V |
Major Studies
| Study block | Credit points |
| Smart Grids | 50 cr |
| Wireless Communications and RF Systems | 50 cr |
The degree includes major subject studies of 50-60 credits. The topic of the master's thesis shall be chosen from the field of the students major subject.
Minor Studies
A subject study module is not a compulsory part of the degree, but can be included in the degree. Students may select a subject study module from among the alternatives offered in English (study module type in POP: intermediate studies).
Elective Studies, 0 cr
Learning Outcomes
| - | "Elective studies" is not a compulsory degree module as such but a label for courses, for instance, which can't be included into any other degree module, or prerequisite studies, the knowledge of which is required or recommended to have before taking a more advanced course.
If a student has graduated from a Finnish UAS (AMK), some complementary studies (usually minimum mathematics) are required to complement the competences. Complementary studies are always included to MSc degree in elective studies study module. Please contact the Academic Officer (room TD211) for further information. |
Complementary Courses
The following core courses are highly recommended:
| Course | Credit points | Class |
| TIE-02207 Programming 2: Basics | 5 cr | IV |
| TIE-02408 Programming 3: Techniques | 5 cr | IV |
| TTA-21017 Organisations and Leadership | 5 cr | IV |
| TTA-71017 Project Management | 5 cr | IV |
"Elective studies" is not a compulsory degree module as such but a label for courses, for instance, which can't be included into any other degree module, or prerequisite studies, the knowledge of which is required or recommended to have before taking a more advanced course. If a student has graduated from a Finnish UAS (AMK), some complementary studies (usually minimum mathematics) are required to complement the competences. Complementary studies are always included in MSc degree in elective studies study module. Please contact the Academic Officer (room TD211) for further information.
Diplomityö, 30 cr
Learning Outcomes
| - | can analyze the operation of technical devices/systems and their suitability for various purposes, and explain the backgrounds of conclusions made with regard to their design, acquisition and maintenance |
| - | can search for information from different sources and apply it with due criticism to the technical report |
| - | is able to describe and compare technical phenomena, devices or systems, design a technical device/system, or describe or design the acquisition, testing and maintenance of a technical device/system |
| - | knows how to define the contents and scope of a relatively extensive technical document and produce scientific text |
| - | knows how to structure available information |
Compulsory courses
| Course | Credit points | Class |
| OPN-9006 Diplomityö | 30 cr | V |
| TUT-8930 Proficiency Test for Master's Thesis | 0 cr | V |
| Total | 30 cr |
The Master's thesis is an extensive treatise, which trains the student for independent study and research, mastery of scientific methods, the convention of references, and the scientific mode of presentation in a good literary form. Master's Thesis is written at the final stage of studies. The thesis must form a self-standing entity that can be understood by an expert of the field without any supporting material.
The thesis is conducted and written independently, yet under the supervision of a professor from the same discipline.
The thesis-writing process includes a TST-01908 Master's Seminar, which supports the preparation of the thesis. TST-01908 Master's Seminar is competed as determined by the department of the major subject.
In connection with the thesis, the student must write a proficiency test, which is an essay written on a topic related to the thesis. The test demonstrates the student's command of the thesis topic. Each faculty issues detailed Master's thesis instructions.