Master of Engineering (Electrical Power)

The master of engineering (electrical power) offers high-level graduate program with strong foundations in theory, to equip student with the skills necessary to grasp and develop new technologies and trends in the electrical engineering field. It is designed to develop competent electrical power system professionals and the potentials of tomorrow’s leaders in the power industry. 

The program prepares students to make an immediate contribution to the workplace and become leaders in the industry. Outstanding students can have the opportunities to further their studies leading to a PhD degree.

The program is an advanced degree program to cater for graduates and professionals who are seeking and updating greater knowledge of current technology and techniques in electrical power, energy conversion, and high voltage engineering.

Program Educational Objectives (PeO)

• To produce postgraduates with multidisciplinary knowledge needed for designing,integrating and optimizing solutions, central to modern to modern power engineering systems.
• To produce postgraduates who are able to generate new knowledge, idea and technique in power engineering.
• To produce postgraduates who are able to function in R&D research team and innovative industrial ventures.
• To produce postgraduates who are able to consistently perform their responsibilities ethically and professionally.

Program Learning Outcomes (PLO)
Graduates from this program are expected to have the following outcomes:

• PO1: Attain advanced knowledge on theories, methods and applications in Electrical Power field.
• PO2: Able to demonstrate proficiency in relevant analytical methods, simulations, and/or experiments to perform research.
• PO3: Able to critically solve problems and apply engineering knowledge in design and development.
• PO4: Able to plan and perform research undertakings responsibly, professionally, and ethically.
• PO5: Able to communicate, and express knowledge and ideas effectively.
• PO6: Able to continue life-long learning and apply technology for the betterment of humanity.

Program Structure
Compulsory courses (12 credits)

• MKEP 1533 Power Electronics System
• MKEP 1553 High Voltage Insulation & Coordination
• MKEP 1603 Power System Analysis & Computational Method
• MKEP 1633 Power System Devices & Apparatus

Electivecourses– Choose 5 courses (15 credits, may include 1 course from other program)

• MKEP 1513 Electronic Power Conversion
• MKEP 1523 Electrical Drives
• MKEP 1543 Advanced High Voltage Technology
• MKEP 1563 Power Quality
• MKEP 1613 Power System Control
• MKEP 1623 Power Transmission & Security
• MKEP 1643 Lightning Protection & Grounding System
• MKEP 1653 Integrated Resource Planning in Energy Sector
• MKEP 1663 Special Topic in Power Engineering
• MKEP 1673 Power System Protection
• MKEP 1683 Alternative Energy Technology System

Masters Project (10 credits)

• MKEP 1814 Research Project Proposal (4 credits)
• MKEP 1826 Research Project Thesis (6 credits)