Power Electronics and Electric Drive Systems

Education facts

Code: KRA600

Would you like be involved in developing the electric drivetrains for the vehicles of the future? Then this is a course for you! The transition to an electric vehicle fleet entails an increased demand for competence in the field of electrical engineering. Engineers with expertise in power electronics and electric drive systems will play a central role in society's transition to electric vehicles.<br> This course conveys a holistic perspective regarding electric drive systems, where students gain in-depth knowledge of how different components, and their properties, affect the electric drive system. This course is one of the entry requirements for further advanced courses in electrical control and support systems. **Industry and academy** This course has been developed in collaboration with industry partners within the framework of one of our educational projects. The project aims to provide courses at advanced level to a mix of professionals and students to strengthen the Swedish industry's competitiveness. We apply validation of work experience to see if you have knowledge that corresponds to the entry requirements for the course. Do not forget to attach your merits if you are applying based on work experience, the form is found [here.](<https://www.hv.se/en/education/skills-development-for-professionals/courses-for-professionals/professional-development-in-electrical-engineering/?sq=validering-av-arbetslivserfarenhet>)

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree with a major in electrical engineering or equivalent, including at least 15 HE credits in mathematics. English course 6 in the Swedish upper secondary school or equivalent.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Power Electronics and Electric Drive Systems

  University West

  Web-based distance learning

  Start date: 31 August 2026

  End date: 8 November 2026

  Pace of study: 30 %