Master of Science Programme in Electrical Engineering with emphasis on Radio Communication
120 ECTS credits (start autumn-12)
This programme occasion will not start autumn semester 2012!
The objective of the programme is to prepare the student for a demanding position in the industry as well as provide a basis for research studies. After graduation the student will be able to act in a range of situations both in terms of analyzing problems and providing solutions.
Overview
Profile - General Content
The objective of the programme is to prepare for qualified development work in industry as well as provide a basis for research studies. You will meet and work closely with researchers in the field of Radio Communications and get a thorough understanding in the area.After finishing the studies you will be able to apply the knowledge in a range of situations for an analysis of problems as well as creation of solutions. You will be able to select, design and apply a range of complimentary and cohesive tools and concepts in the area.
The programme will provide the foundations of radio communications and the technical concepts of radio systems, wireless systems, antennas, transmission, etc such as system design fundamentals, standards and trends. Example of important courses: Digital transmission and radio communications, Radio communications, Antennas and Wireless Networks.
The studies will mainly be carried out on campus to make it possible for you to work close to the researchers. The education will include both theory and practical applications and you will work both independently and integrate into teams as well. The programme will be finished by a Master’s thesis (30 credit points) which normally will be done at the industry or in close cooperation with the industry.
In order to get the master’s degree, you have to complete 90 credit points (1.5 years) of courses plus a 30 credit points (0.5 year) master thesis work, totally 2 years. One credit point (högskolepoäng) in the Swedish system corresponds to one credit point in the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS).
The programme is based on that you have obtained a Bachelor of Science in the area of either electrical engineering or computer engineering. For further information, please see the programme descriptor of the programme.
Qualification Awarded
Higher education qualificationThe education leads up to a higher education qualification for second-cycle studies, with the description
Degree of Master of Science. Main field of study: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Radio Communications
Application
It is no longer possible to sign up for this occasion.
Welcome letter
Link to welcome letter from responsible teacher will be posted here no later than 3 weeks before the course begins.
Programme period
2012-September-03 until
2014-June-02
2014-June-02
Mode of delivery
On campus (face-to-face), Day-time, full-time
Location
Karlskrona
Language of instruction
The teaching language is English.
Level
Second cycle
Main field of study
Electrical Engineering
Programme manager
Application and tuition fee
Concern most citizens outside the EU/EEA*.
Application fee: 900 SEK
Tuition fee: 200000 SEK
First payment: 50000 SEK
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Application fee: 900 SEK
Tuition fee: 200000 SEK
First payment: 50000 SEK
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Admission
Prerequisites
For admission to the study programme, a Bachelor's degree (180 credits) with one of the main fields of study Electrical Engineering or Computer Technology is required. Bachelor's degree should comprise at least 30 credits mathematics where multidimensional analysis, transform theory and mathematical statistics are included. Further, higher education qualification should include signal processing, programming, computer network and telecommunications and English B.Read about general admission requirements for second cycle.
Admission Criteria
(This paragraph is a translation from Swedish of the approved method, “Antagnings¬ordning”[Admission regulations], Dnr 13-0217-2009.)GENERAL
This method has the purpose of assessing the applicants’ competency for studies at, among others, the Master Programmes in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science and Software Engineering.
BASES FOR RANKING OF APPLICANT
Previous university studies and English.
DETAILS ON BASES FOR SELECTION:
The first step of the ranking process is an assessment of the relevance of the area and specialisation of the applicants’ previous university studies to the applied programme. This assessment is made in three categories: minimal relevance = merit points 0, average relevance = merit points 0.5, high relevance = merit points 1.
Finally, the applicants’ TEOFL or IELTS level in English is normalised to a value between 0 and 1, where 0 is the minimum level to pass the prerequisites of the applied programme and 1 is the maximum level of the test. Applicants’ who are not required to prove their English skills with TOEFL or IELTS tests will get the merit point 1.
These two merit point values are added to a total merit value between 0 and 2
MAXIMUM MERIT RANKING:
A maximum of 2 merit points will be given, according to the above given details.
WORK METHOD:
Applications that are accepted for review based on the basic requirements for the programme will be ranked according to the details above. If not all applicants with the same lowest merit point can be admitted, a preference is given to the gender that is least represented at the programme, and if further selection is needed lots will be drawn.
Admission Procedure
Read about the admission procedure.Recognition of prior studies and studies abroad
Student who has been admitted to the programme and has earlier completed a course that corresponds to a course within the programme, can apply for recognition of prior studies. If possible, the student will be offered admission to an alternative course. Studies abroad within the programme can normally be partly or fully recognised. In these cases a decision is made via the Learning Agreement, prior the study period.Read more about studying abroad.
Practical Information
Practical information is found under 'Prospective students'.Learning Outcomes
Profile - General Content
The objective of the programme is to prepare for qualified development work in industry as well as provide a basis for research studies. You will meet and work closely with researchers in the field of Radio Communications and get a thorough understanding in the area.After finishing the studies you will be able to apply the knowledge in a range of situations for an analysis of problems as well as creation of solutions. You will be able to select, design and apply a range of complimentary and cohesive tools and concepts in the area.
The programme will provide the foundations of radio communications and the technical concepts of radio systems, wireless systems, antennas, transmission, etc such as system design fundamentals, standards and trends. Example of important courses: Digital transmission and radio communications, Radio communications, Antennas and Wireless Networks.
The studies will mainly be carried out on campus to make it possible for you to work close to the researchers. The education will include both theory and practical applications and you will work both independently and integrate into teams as well. The programme will be finished by a Master’s thesis (30 credit points) which normally will be done at the industry or in close cooperation with the industry.
In order to get the master’s degree, you have to complete 90 credit points (1.5 years) of courses plus a 30 credit points (0.5 year) master thesis work, totally 2 years. One credit point (högskolepoäng) in the Swedish system corresponds to one credit point in the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS).
The programme is based on that you have obtained a Bachelor of Science in the area of either electrical engineering or computer engineering. For further information, please see the programme descriptor of the programme.
Learning outcomes
In addition to the aims regulated nationally the following aims have been set for the programme.On completion of the programme you will be able to:
-apply gained knowledge in the electrical engineering area, mainly in the area of Radio Communications.
-show knowledge and understanding of current trends and problems within the area of Radio Communications.
-have the ability to search, evaluate and use information on a scientific level in an independent way to be able to learn during both future studies and at working life.
-broaden gained knowledge in an independent way into new areas within the field of Radio Communications.
-analyze problems and develop new methods and within the field of Radio Communications.
From the Swedish Higher Education Ordinance; System of Qualifications:
-“A Degree of Master (Two Years) is obtained after the student has completed course requirements of 120 higher education credits with a certain area of specialisation determined by each higher education institution itself, including at least 60 higher education credits with in-depth studies in the main field of study. In addition, the student must hold a Degree of Bachelor, a Degree of Bachelor of Arts in…, a professional degree worth at least 180 higher education credits or an equivalent foreign qualification”.
-“For a Degree of Master (Two Years) students must have completed an independent project (degree project) worth at least 30 higher education credits in their main field of study, within the framework of the course requirements. The independent project may comprise less than 30 higher education credits, but not less than 15 higher education credits, if the student has already completed an independent project at the second level worth at least 15 higher education credits in their main field of study, or an equivalent project in a foreign educational programme.”
Specific for BTH, as an institution:
-The Degree of Master (Two Years) requires at least 60 higher education credits (ECTS) at A1-level in the main field of study, of which at least 30 higher education (A2E-level) higher education credits (ECTS) shall consist of an independent project in the main field of study. Of the 120 higher education credits, no more than 30 may be from the first level.
Structure
Mode of delivery
The programme includes course work of 90 credit points and a Master’s thesis of 30 ECTS. Total duration of the programme is 2 years which includes four semesters. Each year is divided into four lecture periods (Lp1, Lp2, Lp3 and Lp4). There are twelve courses at the programme and each course is 7.5 credit points.During the first year, Lp1, the first two courses Complex Analysis and Transforms and Signal Processing II will form a base for nearly all the courses on the programme.
In the next lecture period, Lp2, the course Random Processes will be used in four courses. The course Multidimensional Signal Processing is basically a generalization of the course Signal Processing II into higher dimensions and will give a better understanding of this course. Multidimensional Signal Processing is not a formal prerequisite for future courses but will be an advantage for the coming courses at the programme.
During Lp3 in the first year, the two courses Digital Transmission and Radio Communications and Wireless Networks will introduce the radio communications area. Both courses will give a comprehensive theoretical base as well as an overview of the area. The courses will either be a prerequisite course or a recommended course for the coming main courses at the programme.
In the next lecture period, Lp4, the course Radio Communications will be the main course and give a deeper understanding of the area. The other proposed course, Advanced Filter Design will give a deepened knowledge of digital filters that can be used in the radio communications area. On the programme there are three optional courses of which you can choose one. However, these optional courses can be selected both during the first year, Lp4, and during the second year, Lp2. To make it possible to select the desired optional course, the course Advanced Filter Design will be offered during both these two lecture periods. The optional courses during the first year, Lp4, are Wireless Personal Area Networks and Applied Signal Processing where the first course will give you a good insight into Wireless Personal Area Networks (WPAN) communication and also a general view of current technologies for Bluetooth, ZigBee and RFId. The second course will give both a practical background to, and insight into, basic digital signal processing by using Matlab by introducing a large set of applied problems in the area.
During Lp1, second year, the course Research Methodology with emphasis on Electrical Engineering will focus on how to prepare for the Master’s thesis. The course Antenna Theory, which is based on the radio communications course, will give a basic understanding of different radio antennas and their usage.
In the next lecture period, Lp2, there will be a new course in the radio communications area that is not specified yet. In parallel with this course, you can study either Advanced Filter Design, Applied Signal Processing (optional) or Digital Signal Processors (optional) where the two first courses have been introduced above. The last course, Digital Signal Processors, will give theoretical knowledge and practical skills regarding the use of digital signal processors (DSP) that can be used when implementing algorithms in the radio communications area.
During the last semester at the programme (Lp3 and Lp4, second year), the Master’s thesis will let you apply your theoretical and practical knowledge from all the previous courses at the programme in a major project within radio communications.
NOTE! It is the start term of the course that is stated below. See each course to find out the actual length of the course.
Courses autumn semester 2012
Compulsory courses
Complex Analysis and Transforms, 7.5 ECTS credits, first cycle.
The course yields knowledge in analytic functions and residue calculus in order to teach the Fourier, Laplace and z-transforms. These constitute the background of applications to telecommunications, signal processes and other technical fields.
Read all information about the course 'Complex Analysis and Transforms'
The course yields knowledge in analytic functions and residue calculus in order to teach the Fourier, Laplace and z-transforms. These constitute the background of applications to telecommunications, signal processes and other technical fields.
Read all information about the course 'Complex Analysis and Transforms'
Signal Processing II, 7.5 ECTS credits, first cycle.
The course extends the basic course in signal processing through letting the students develop theoretical knowledge within modern digital signal processing and through letting the students acquire knowledge of and insight into applied signal processing problems.
Read all information about the course 'Signal Processing II'
The course extends the basic course in signal processing through letting the students develop theoretical knowledge within modern digital signal processing and through letting the students acquire knowledge of and insight into applied signal processing problems.
Read all information about the course 'Signal Processing II'
Multidimensional Signal Processing, 7.5 ECTS credits, second cycle.
The course aims at making the student expand her/his knowledge within digital signal processing to multidimensional signals and systems, e.g. analysis and construction of multidimensional filters and spectral analysis of multidimensional signals. The applications in the course mainly deal with two-dimensional signal processing, i.e. image processing.
Read all information about the course 'Multidimensional Signal Processing'
The course aims at making the student expand her/his knowledge within digital signal processing to multidimensional signals and systems, e.g. analysis and construction of multidimensional filters and spectral analysis of multidimensional signals. The applications in the course mainly deal with two-dimensional signal processing, i.e. image processing.
Read all information about the course 'Multidimensional Signal Processing'
Random Processes, 7.5 ECTS credits, first cycle.
The objective of the course is that the student will get knowledge about stationary random processes and their application in technology.
Read all information about the course 'Random Processes'
The objective of the course is that the student will get knowledge about stationary random processes and their application in technology.
Read all information about the course 'Random Processes'
Courses spring semester 2013
Compulsory courses
Digital Transmission and Radio Communications, 7.5 ECTS credits, second cycle.
The student will acquire the theoretical conditions for the different partial systems that form part of digital communication systems. The student will further acquire knowledge of the different modulation methods and also how they are affected by different types of interferences. Furthermore, the spectral characteristics of signals and single channels will be dealt with. Fundamental limits on performance and channel capacity theory will also be acquired.
Read all information about the course 'Digital Transmission and Radio Communications'
The student will acquire the theoretical conditions for the different partial systems that form part of digital communication systems. The student will further acquire knowledge of the different modulation methods and also how they are affected by different types of interferences. Furthermore, the spectral characteristics of signals and single channels will be dealt with. Fundamental limits on performance and channel capacity theory will also be acquired.
Read all information about the course 'Digital Transmission and Radio Communications'
Research Methodology with Emphasis on Engineering Science, 7.5 ECTS credits, second cycle.
The goal of the course is to give a fundamental introduction to modern approach to science, particularly to nature and engineering sciences. The course gives also an insight on history and philosophy of science and how the scientific methods could be applied in electrical and mechanical engineering. After the course the students should be able to curry on research projects and write a scientific report.
Read all information about the course 'Research Methodology with Emphasis on Engineering Science'
The goal of the course is to give a fundamental introduction to modern approach to science, particularly to nature and engineering sciences. The course gives also an insight on history and philosophy of science and how the scientific methods could be applied in electrical and mechanical engineering. After the course the students should be able to curry on research projects and write a scientific report.
Read all information about the course 'Research Methodology with Emphasis on Engineering Science'
Radio Communications, 7.5 ECTS credits, second cycle.
The tremendous advances in integrated circuits, transmission, and switching technologies have paved the way for the development of efficient radio communication systems. With the deployment of third generation mobile radio communication networks and the widespread use of wireless networks on business and home premises, delivery of multimedia services including voice, audio, images, videos, and data to subscribers has become a reality. In order to develop modern radio communication systems that can reliably carry the many mobile multimedia services, an in-depth understanding of the concepts behind radio communications is needed.
The objectives of this course therefore includes providing the foundations of radio communications and the technical concepts of mobile radio systems, such as system design fundamentals, standards, and trends in radio communications. The course aims at a comprehensive coverage of radio propagation scenarios, covers antennas in view of applications in radio systems, and provides an in-depth discussion of link budgets. It presents modulation, coding, and multiple access technologies for radio communications and gives examples in order to illustrate where these radio transmission technologies are used. The cellular concept is addressed such that it can be applied for the planning of radio communication systems.
Read all information about the course 'Radio Communications'
The tremendous advances in integrated circuits, transmission, and switching technologies have paved the way for the development of efficient radio communication systems. With the deployment of third generation mobile radio communication networks and the widespread use of wireless networks on business and home premises, delivery of multimedia services including voice, audio, images, videos, and data to subscribers has become a reality. In order to develop modern radio communication systems that can reliably carry the many mobile multimedia services, an in-depth understanding of the concepts behind radio communications is needed.
The objectives of this course therefore includes providing the foundations of radio communications and the technical concepts of mobile radio systems, such as system design fundamentals, standards, and trends in radio communications. The course aims at a comprehensive coverage of radio propagation scenarios, covers antennas in view of applications in radio systems, and provides an in-depth discussion of link budgets. It presents modulation, coding, and multiple access technologies for radio communications and gives examples in order to illustrate where these radio transmission technologies are used. The cellular concept is addressed such that it can be applied for the planning of radio communication systems.
Read all information about the course 'Radio Communications'
Wireless Networks, 7.5 ECTS credits, second cycle.
The aim of the course is to provide the student a comprehensively understanding of wireless communications and networks, and the associated technologies. The course also gives the student a guidance to understand specific wireless technology and standards in telecommunications and network. The problems presented emphasize the transmission part and the network part of the communication systems.
Read all information about the course 'Wireless Networks'
The aim of the course is to provide the student a comprehensively understanding of wireless communications and networks, and the associated technologies. The course also gives the student a guidance to understand specific wireless technology and standards in telecommunications and network. The problems presented emphasize the transmission part and the network part of the communication systems.
Read all information about the course 'Wireless Networks'
Courses autumn semester 2013
Compulsory courses
Antenna Theory, 7.5 ECTS credits, second cycle.
Many electrical engineers are connected with radio systems (e.g. radio communication, radar, navigation and radiometry systems) in their profession. Antenna theory is central for all radio systems, and during the course the students will get a basic understanding of different radio antennas and their usage.
Read all information about the course 'Antenna Theory'
Many electrical engineers are connected with radio systems (e.g. radio communication, radar, navigation and radiometry systems) in their profession. Antenna theory is central for all radio systems, and during the course the students will get a basic understanding of different radio antennas and their usage.
Read all information about the course 'Antenna Theory'
Elective courses
Capacity Analysis, 7.5 ECTS credits, second cycle.
The purpose of the course is for the student to acquire knowledge in queuing theory in order to solve dimensioning and optimization problems occurring in telecommunication- and data communications systems. The student obtains the ability to with mathematical tools decide the set of resources (links, call channels, buffers, processor power etc) that is required in a system to achieve a certain service quality for a minimum cost for the operator and thus the customer.
Read all information about the course 'Capacity Analysis'
The purpose of the course is for the student to acquire knowledge in queuing theory in order to solve dimensioning and optimization problems occurring in telecommunication- and data communications systems. The student obtains the ability to with mathematical tools decide the set of resources (links, call channels, buffers, processor power etc) that is required in a system to achieve a certain service quality for a minimum cost for the operator and thus the customer.
Read all information about the course 'Capacity Analysis'
Neural Networks, 7.5 ECTS credits, second cycle.
The course builds on and enlarges the student’s solid knowledge of digital filter design, both stationary- and adaptive filter design. The course aims at giving the student a background to and knowledge of the theory of artificial neural networks and also to give insights into and experience of its applications within signal processing. The student will be familiarized with how these are implemented in software and also gain insights into which contexts they are applicable in.
Read all information about the course 'Neural Networks'
The course builds on and enlarges the student’s solid knowledge of digital filter design, both stationary- and adaptive filter design. The course aims at giving the student a background to and knowledge of the theory of artificial neural networks and also to give insights into and experience of its applications within signal processing. The student will be familiarized with how these are implemented in software and also gain insights into which contexts they are applicable in.
Read all information about the course 'Neural Networks'
Advanced Filterdesign, 7.5 ECTS credits, second cycle.
The course aims at giving the students deepened knowledge of digital filters, their characteristics and construction and also at giving meaning to the concept of optimal filter design. In particular, the least-square- and minimax criteria will be studied and compared. The purpose is to provide the students with an understanding of the mathematical formulation and its solution and also to provide knowledge and experience that is useful at the choice of filter type and optimization criterion.
Read all information about the course 'Advanced Filterdesign'
The course aims at giving the students deepened knowledge of digital filters, their characteristics and construction and also at giving meaning to the concept of optimal filter design. In particular, the least-square- and minimax criteria will be studied and compared. The purpose is to provide the students with an understanding of the mathematical formulation and its solution and also to provide knowledge and experience that is useful at the choice of filter type and optimization criterion.
Read all information about the course 'Advanced Filterdesign'
Applied Signal Processing, 7.5 ECTS credits, first cycle.
The objective with the course is that the students obtain both a practical background to, and insight into, basic digital signal processing. The course extends the basic course in signal processing through introducing applied signal processing problems with a focus on filtration, filter design, and spectrum estimation. The aim and direction of several of the problems is audio/acoustic.
Read all information about the course 'Applied Signal Processing'
The objective with the course is that the students obtain both a practical background to, and insight into, basic digital signal processing. The course extends the basic course in signal processing through introducing applied signal processing problems with a focus on filtration, filter design, and spectrum estimation. The aim and direction of several of the problems is audio/acoustic.
Read all information about the course 'Applied Signal Processing'
Digital Signal Processors, 7.5 ECTS credits, first cycle.
The objective of the course is that the student acquire both theoretical knowledge and practical skills regarding the use of digital signal processors (DSP) within various application areas. The student will learn how to develop and test different software constructions in a signal processor.
Read all information about the course 'Digital Signal Processors'
The objective of the course is that the student acquire both theoretical knowledge and practical skills regarding the use of digital signal processors (DSP) within various application areas. The student will learn how to develop and test different software constructions in a signal processor.
Read all information about the course 'Digital Signal Processors'
Courses spring semester 2014
Compulsory courses
Master´s Thesis (120 credits) in Electrical Engineering with emphasis on Radio communication, 30 ECTS credits, second cycle.
Master´s Thesis is the culmination of several years of study in a major subject and shall show that the author has matured to a level such that it can provide a scientifically viable contributions to the field.
The course objective is for participants to further develop and demonstrate the knowledge and understanding and the skills needed to work independently and professionally in the main field.
Read all information about the course 'Master´s Thesis (120 credits) in Electrical Engineering with emphasis on Radio communication'
Master´s Thesis is the culmination of several years of study in a major subject and shall show that the author has matured to a level such that it can provide a scientifically viable contributions to the field.
The course objective is for participants to further develop and demonstrate the knowledge and understanding and the skills needed to work independently and professionally in the main field.
Read all information about the course 'Master´s Thesis (120 credits) in Electrical Engineering with emphasis on Radio communication'
Written Work
The program is completed with a written degree project equivalent to 30 HE credits.International element
Studies abroad can either be carried out at some of our partner universities or at other appropriate universities.Read about study abroad
Job Profiles
After obtaining a higher education qualification from the program you can work as a design engineer, innovator or project manager within the sectors of electrical engineering, radio communications and telecommunications.The education is particularly interesting for those who want to work in the abroad.
Further Studies
After obtaining a higher education qualification from the program, in general you can search further education for third-cycle studies within the main field of study Electrical Engineering.At BTH, the following program for third-cycle studies is open for students with higher education qualification from this program: Radio Communications.
Programme Advisory Board
The program has a Programme Council that has the assignment of ensuring the usability of the education on and for the labour market.The Programme Council consists of students, alumni, external representatives and teachers and representatives of the main field of study.
The Programme Council meets 2 times a year.
Contact for the Programme Council is: Stefan Sjödahl.
Examination
Qualification Awarded
Higher education qualificationThe education leads up to a higher education qualification for second-cycle studies, with the description
Degree of Master of Science. Main field of study: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Radio Communications
Assessment and grading
Assessment and examination vary between different courses in the programme. See information for respective course in the programme.Programme Evaluations
Alumni
The program is new and has therefore no alumni yet.
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