1. Master training program:
Major: Electrical Engineering
Major Code: 8520201
2. Training objectives:
2.1. General objectives
The Master of Electrical Engineering program is designed to provide students with advanced, up-to-date, and interdisciplinary knowledge in the field of electrical engineering. The program aims to strengthen both theoretical foundations and practical skills, enabling students to apply specialized knowledge in research and professional practice. Graduates will be able to work independently, think creatively, and flexibly solve complex problems in the field of electrical engineering.
The Master of Electrical Engineering program is designed to develop graduates with strong political awareness and ethical standards, a broad understanding of electrical engineering and its research methodologies, and the ability to identify and solve both general and complex practical problems. Graduates will also be able to impart knowledge in electrical engineering, apply advanced and up-to-date technological expertise, demonstrate a scientific work ethic and systematic logical thinking, and communicate and collaborate effectively in teams while integrating into an international professional environment.
After graduation, learners can take on positions or jobs such as:
- Senior positions in companies (e.g., CTO, CIO, CEO, Senior Engineer);
- Consultants in domestic and international firms, providing solutions and managing electrical systems;
- Project planners, developers, organizers, managers, and supervisors of electrical engineering projects in agencies and businesses;
- Researchers in technical development departments within the electricity industry;
- Managers of electrical technology systems in enterprises; research or teaching staff in electrical engineering at institutes, research centers, and educational institutions;
- Professionals in related technical fields;
- Researchers advancing to higher-level studies.
2.2. Specific objectives (SO)
The learner-oriented training program aims to equip graduates with the following knowledge, skills, and qualities:
- SO1: Demonstrate professional responsibility, ethical conduct, and commitment to sustainable development of society;
- SO2: Accumulate fundamental and in-depth knowledge of electrical engineering;
- SO3: Develop the competence in managing and leading interdisciplinary technical teams in designing and implementing components, systems, and processes in the field of electrical engineering;
- SO4: Participate in the design of electrical equipment and technical technology transfer;
- SO5: Organize and implement maintenance, repair, improvement, and upgrade of technical systems;
- SO6: Continuously update knowledge and professional qualifications to meet evolving industry requirements;
- SO7: Develop effective skills in academic writing, oral presentation, research, design, and manufacturing.
- SO8: Develop a sense of civic responsibility; learn and work independently;
- SO9: Apply scientific methods to analyze and solve practical problems in electrical engineering, and draw conclusions from experience to foster critical thinking and reasoning;
- SO10: Achieve proficiency in communication, including writing reports, presenting scientific reports and effectively using the means (technology applications) of communication; participate in international and multidisciplinary collaboration.
3. Learning Outcomes (LO):
- LO1: Master advanced knowledge in the specialized field beyond the undergraduate level, focusing on research and the application of new technologies;
- LO2: Demonstrate an in-depth understanding and effectively apply fundamental and specialized knowledge to adapt to diverse jobs in the field of electrical engineering.
- LO3: Possess advanced fundamental knowledge, including modeling and simulation techniques at various levels, transient processes in power systems, modern protection, control, and monitoring methods, and modern power generation technologies.
- LO4: Possess in-depth specialized knowledge to creatively solve problems in the field of Electrical Engineering by applying artificial intelligence, expert systems, neural networks, fuzzy logic, optimization control, adaptive control, SCADA, consumer power control, overvoltage and protection measures, anti-accident measures, renewable energy, energy auditing, energy saving, electricity market, organization and management of the production process.
- LO5: Employ specialized software effectively in electrical engineering applications.
- LO6: Synthesize, analyze, and evaluate the status of power systems to propose improvement solutions that enhance efficiency, productivity, and economic outcomes.
- LO7: Possess clear problem-solving techniques and skills, as well as the ability to convey knowledge of Electrical Engineering; demonstrate independent research skills to develop and experiment with new solutions; and critically evaluate issues related to Electrical Engineering solutions;
- LO8: Solve complex tasks flexibly using scientific methods and strategic vision, and propose innovative solutions to engineering challenges.
- LO9: Possess research skills, keep up-to-date with in-depth industry knowledge, grasp new technologies, and apply them to the development and research of electrical engineering solutions and applications in projects, works, factories, enterprises, and distribution and transmission grid systems;
- LO10: Possess the skills in identifying and solving problems within their field of training to address specific real-world issues; propose valuable initiatives and be able to adapt to a highly competitive environment;
- LO11: Possess skills in designing, simulating, and experimenting with electrical power systems;
- LO12: Possess skills in consulting and developing projects in the field of Electrical Engineering;
- LO13: Possess in-depth research skills in the field of electrical engineering at the Master's level.
- LO14: Possess the skills to leverage collective intelligence in management and professional activities;
- LO15: Be able to present, communicate, work effectively in teams, and integrate into an international environment;
- LO16: Conduct independent research and effectively and creatively apply modern techniques and tools to solve practical problems in Electrical Engineering;
- LO17: Demonstrate English communication skills at B1 level (CEFR) or equivalent to work and integrate effectively in international environments;
- LO18: Work both independently and collaboratively, think creatively, communicate effectively with colleagues and partners, and adapt quickly to dynamic environments;
- LO19: Maintain a professional, disciplined, and scientific work ethic, demonstrate systematic and logical thinking, uphold civic responsibility, act ethically, show honesty and passion for the profession, and comply with legal regulations
4. Full-course training period: 2 years.
5. Job opportunities:
After graduating with a degree in "Electrical Engineering," graduates can take on positions such as: technical specialists or design consultants, operating and maintaining power grids at electricity companies, power plants, substations, enterprises, industrial zones, export processing zones, residential areas, buildings, office towers, television stations, hospitals, etc.; conducting research in laboratories, automated industrial production units, and high-voltage electronics; working for postal and telecommunications companies. Additionally, graduates can start their own businesses.
Graduates of the Master’s in Electrical Engineering program can pursue careers as technical specialists or design consultants, operating and maintaining power grids at electricity companies, power plants, substations, enterprises, industrial zones, export processing zones, residential areas, buildings, office towers, television stations, hospitals…; conducting research in laboratories, automated industrial production units, and high-voltage electronics; working for postal and telecommunications companies. Additionally, graduates can start their own businesses.
6. Advanced Learning Ability:
Graduates can pursue doctoral studies and advanced research to become leading experts and educators in electrical engineering.