Electrical Energy Systems
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Acreditação A3ES
Início / Sistemas Elétricos de Energia
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Decentralised energy production facilities are becoming more complex and so is their integration throughout the electrical system, using renewable energy sources. This includes everything from large-scale production to small units and self-consumption. Their role in processes, from connecting to the grid to ensuring quality and stability in the electrical system, is increasingly crucial. As a result, there is a pressing need today for fresh approaches and updated knowledge to navigate the changing landscape of electrical energy systems.
This new paradigm encompasses electric mobility, including electric and hybrid vehicles, as well as their charging systems and the development of smart grids.
In this regard, Portugal’s 2030 strategy defines priorities in strategic infrastructure investments in the Mobility and Transport, Environment and Energy sectors. It demonstrates a strong commitment to energy sustainability and addressing climate change, promoting decarbonisation and energy transition.
Achieving these goals largely relies on electrotechnical engineering solutions, especially in the area of electrical energy systems. In this landscape, this training project represents a key element, addressing both current needs and upcoming challenges.
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Reasons to attend the course
- Exemption from national exams for entry into higher education and leading to a Higher Professional Technical Diploma.
- Guaranteed internship in a real work environment (1 semester).
- High employability courses.
- Opportunity to continue your studies to Bachelor’s degrees (with credit transfers/equivalencies.
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Who can apply:
- Candidates with a secondary education qualification or a legally equivalent qualification
- Holders of a Technological Specialisation Diploma or a Higher Professional Technical Diploma
- Holders of a higher education degree who wish to seek professional requalification
Candidates over the age of 23 who have passed the exams designed to assess their capacity for higher education attendance can also apply.
Special access contest
National Applicants or equivalent
International applicants (applicants who do not hold Portuguese citizenship, are not citizens of a EU member state and are not family members of Portuguese or citizens of a EU member state, have not lived in Portugal continuously for more than two years as of 1 January of the application year, are not beneficiaries of equal rights and duties status granted under an international treaty as of 1 January of the application year and who are not applying for higher education admission through special admissions and special entry routes).
All foreign applicants must request the equivalence of their secondary education qualifications from their home country from a Portuguese secondary school. The equivalence of your certificate to Portuguese secondary education is a mandatory requirement for the application.
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The core aim of this course is to train professionals to independently, under supervision or in a team setting, undertake the planning, supervision and implementation of the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical energy systems. The emphasis lies on the electrical networks employed in the transportation and distribution of electric power, as well as systems for domestic energy production. This encompasses automation and system control, adherence to quality principles and compliance with specific safety regulations and standards that protect people, equipment and the environment. The graduates will be capable of project management, task coordination and team supervision.
Graduate profile
The skill set of our graduates encompasses the following areas:
- Contributing to the development of network projects (HV, MV and LV) and electrical installations, particularly in circuit design, equipment selection and measurements, interpreting and producing appropriate technical documentation in accordance with current conventions and standards.
- Assisting in specifying an automation and control system for electrical energy systems.
- Overseeing and coordinating the implementation of electrical energy systems, taking on the responsibility of leading and managing team tasks.
- Carrying out operations and tests, commissioning and maintenance of an energy electrical system, including domestic production systems and associated electrical networks and installations.
- Apply safety and protection standards for people, equipment and the environment in all activities.
- Engage in technical and commercial activities in the areas of electrotechnics and electrical installations, as well as automation and control of electrical systems.
Professional outcomes
- Companies in the electrical installation sector.
- Companies manufacturing electrical machinery and equipment.
- Companies in the fields of electrotechnics, electronics and automation.
- Companies specialising in electrical energy systems.
- Companies maintaining electrical equipment and power grids.
Continuing Studies
Graduates of the CTeSP in Electrical Energy Systems are eligible to pursue the following bachelor’s degree courses at the ESTG-IPVC, as they have acquired the knowledge and skills required for further studies:
- Mechatronics Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Network and Computer Systems Engineering
- Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Management
Study Plan
| Curricular Unit | Area | Type | Contact hours | ECTS | PUC |
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| Tópicos de Matemática | MAT | S1 | T:64.00 | 6.00 | |
| Introdução à Gestão | OLM | S1 | T:24.00 | P:40.00 | 6.00 | |
| Segurança e Saúde no Trabalho | OLM | S1 | T:32.00 | 3.00 | |
| Física | FEQ | S1 | T:32.00 | 3.00 | |
| Documentação Técnica | EIM | S1 | T:32.00 | 3.00 | |
| Inglês Técnico | ADH | S1 | T:32.00 | 3.00 | |
| Eletrotecnia Geral | ET | S1 | T:24.00 | P:40.00 | 6.00 | |
| Automação e Controlo Industrial | ET | S2 | T:24.00 | P:40.00 | 6.00 | |
| Máquinas Eléctricas | ET | S2 | T:16.00 | P:16.00 | 3.00 | |
| Gestão e Liderança | OLM | S2 | T:64.00 | 6.00 | |
| Eletrónica | ET | S2 | T:24.00 | P:40.00 | 6.00 | |
| Instalações Elétricas | ET | S2 | P:64.00 | 6.00 | |
| Produção Descentralizada | ET | S2 | P:32.00 | 3.00 |
| Curricular Unit | Area | Type | Contact hours | ECTS | PUC |
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| Projetos e Esquemáticos | ET | S1 | P:32.00 | 3.00 | |
| Postos de Transformação de Energia Elétrica | ET | S1 | P:32.00 | 3.00 | |
| Redes Elétricas Subterrâneas | ET | S1 | T:16.00 | P:48.00 | 6.00 | |
| Redes Elétricas Aéreas | ET | S1 | T:24.00 | P:40.00 | 6.00 | |
| Redes e Instalações Especiais | ET | S1 | T:16.00 | P:48.00 | 6.00 | |
| Sistemas de Proteção nas Redes Elétricas | ET | S1 | T:16.00 | P:48.00 | 6.00 | |
| Estágio | ET | S2 | E:600.00 | 30.00 |
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Employability
(Português) Taxa de empregabilidade
http://infocursos.medu.pt/dges.asp?code=3163&codc=T603
Partnerships and internships
The process of establishing protocols and internships is underway.
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(Português) Curso