Undergraduate Program in Electrical Power Engineering
The Electrical Power Engineering Study Program provides education in the fields of power generation, transmission, and utilization of electrical energy. This program offers students fundamental knowledge of electrical power engineering principles, along with supporting knowledge in mathematics, science, computing, and essential engineering skills. Students are given the opportunity to develop their ability to formulate, analyze, and solve complex problems and to design a product or system based on real-world issues, particularly in the field of electrical power engineering.
This program provides sufficient breadth and depth for undergraduate and postgraduate studies, equipping graduates for success, lifelong learning programs, and a solid foundation to actively contribute to the development of electrical power engineering and related industries in Indonesia and abroad. It also fosters an appreciation for the range of issues encountered in professional practice, including teamwork, leadership, safety, ethics, service, economics, environmental awareness, and professional organizations.
Developments in the field of electrical power engineering have advanced rapidly over the past few decades, driven in part by the increasing importance of electricity in modern life. It can be said that human activities are becoming inseparable from electrical power. However, on the other hand, primary energy sources are becoming more expensive, creating a need to develop technology that enables efficient conversion of primary energy into electricity.
As a result of increased efficiency, knowledge and technology in the field of electrical power engineering have also developed rapidly. Similarly, advancements in power electronics technology, particularly with the development of control components and hardware in power electronics, have spurred research and the development of more reliable and effective energy conservation concepts.
Meanwhile, in the management of electrical energy and the operation of current and future power systems, information and computer technology are increasingly evident and absolutely necessary. Modern power system operations require Real-Time Computers to assist operators in managing the electrical power system. Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems have become indispensable tools in large-scale power systems. The SCADA technology is currently developing rapidly, leading toward Automated Substations and Open System technologies. Hardware and software for SCADA systems, which were previously produced solely by Power System Equipment manufacturers, are now widely available from Software Houses and Remote Terminal Unit manufacturers based on Personal Computers. In this context, graduates working in the electrical power sector should be able to communicate effectively with computer engineering graduates.
This program provides students with foundational and essential knowledge in the field of electrical power engineering, along with the necessary understanding in mathematics, science, computing, and basic engineering principles.
Students are given the opportunity to develop their ability to formulate, analyze, and solve complex problems, as well as to design products or systems based on real-world issues, particularly in the field of electrical power engineering.
This program offers sufficient breadth and depth of knowledge for success in postgraduate, master’s, and doctoral studies. It also provides opportunities for lifelong learning and equips students with the fundamental skills needed to contribute to the development of electrical power engineering and related industries, both in Indonesia and internationally.
Moreover, the Electrical Power Engineering Study Program also fosters an appreciation for the issues that arise in professional practice, including teamwork, leadership, safety, ethics, service, economics, environmental awareness, and professional organizations.
The courses that will be taken by students of the Electrical Power Engineering Undergraduate Study Program are as follows.
Detailed explanations for each course can be accessed through the following link.
- Our graduates will have successful careers in their profession in Electrical Engineering or related fields.
- Our graduates will successfully pursue graduate study or engage in professional development.
- Graduates will demonstrate leadership and play an active role in advancing their communities.
- An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
- An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
- The ability to communicate effectively in a variety of situations.
- An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
- The ability to work effectively in a team where members collaboratively apply leadership values, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, set goals, plan tasks, and achieve objectives.
- The ability to develop and conduct appropriate experiments, analyze and interpret data, and make assessments based on engineering principles to draw conclusions.
- The ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed by using appropriate learning strategies.
Graduates of the Electrical Power Engineering Study Program will have opportunities to develop professional careers as power system planning engineers, operations and maintenance engineers, utility management professionals, design engineers, marketing engineers in the field of electrical power engineering, educators in electrical power engineering, and professional trainers in various organizations and companies.
These institutions or companies include: electric utility companies (such as PT PLN (Persero) or similar companies abroad), power generation companies, power transmission companies, electric power distribution companies, electricity market authorities (government), industries that operate electrical networks such as private and government oil and mining companies, application services, consulting services, large contractors, research and development institutions, higher education institutions and training providers, as well as other related industries and institutions.
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Since the 2024–2025 academic year, ITB has implemented a new system in which students enter their study program starting from the second semester (first year). This differs from previous years, where students began their study program in the second year. The following chart shows the student body of the Electrical Power Engineering study program over the past five years.
Specializations are services provided to fourth-year students in the form of elective course packages that offer in-depth learning on specific topics. The Electrical Power Engineering Undergraduate Program offers four specialization tracks for students, as follows:
1. Electric Vehicles
Specialization package of the Electric Vehicle provides in-depth knowledge related to electric vehicle technologies. In this track, students are required to complete three courses focused on electric vehicle systems: Electric Vehicles, Energy Management Systems, and Electric Transportation Systems. After completing this specialization, students are expected to gain a deeper understanding of electric vehicle technology and the broader electric transportation landscape. Courses offered in the Electric Vehicles Specialization: Electric Vehicle Systems (3 credits), Energy Storage Systems (3 credits), and Electric Transportation Systems (3 credits).
2. High Voltage Equipment
Specialization package of the High Voltage Equipment provides in-depth knowledge of high voltage systems and equipment. Students must complete three out of the following four elective courses: High Voltage Equipment & Testing, High Voltage Equipment Insulation Techniques, Maintenance of High Voltage Equipment, and Diagnostic Techniques for High Voltage Equipment. This specialization aims to provide students with a more comprehensive understanding of high voltage equipment. Courses offered in the High Voltage Equipment Specialization: High Voltage Equipment & Testing (3 credits), Insulation Techniques for High Voltage Equipment (3 credits), Maintenance of High Voltage Equipment (3 credits), and Diagnostic Techniques for High Voltage Equipment (3 credits)
3. Renewable Energy
Specialization package of the Renewable Energy focuses on the utilization of renewable energy sources for electricity generation. Students are required to complete three courses: Energy Regulation and Policy, Renewable Energy Power Plants, and Sustainable and Economical Energy. Upon completion, students are expected to understand the technical and economic aspects of renewable energy utilization in electricity generation. Courses offered in the Renewable Energy Specialization: Energy Regulation and Policy (3 credits), Renewable Energy Power Plants (3 credits), and Sustainable and Economical Energy (3 credits)
4. Power Systems
Specialization package of the Power Systems provides deeper insight into the operation and technology of electrical power systems. Students are required to complete three out of five elective courses: Grounding and Overvoltage Protection, Relay Technology, Electric Power Distribution Systems, SCADA & Energy Management in Power Systems, and Power System Control & Stability. This specialization equips students with detailed knowledge of power system operations and associated technologies. Courses offered in the Power Systems Specialization: Grounding and Overvoltage Protection (3 credits), Relay Technology (3 credits), Electric Power Distribution Systems (3 credits), SCADA & Energy Management in Power Systems (3 credits), and Power System Control and Stability (3 credits)
Detailed information about each specialization can be accessed through the following page:
https://six.itb.ac.id/pub/kur2024/180
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