Power Electronics and Electric Drive Systems - Overview

Education facts

Code: KED600

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 conversant with 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 a conceptual knowledge of the different components, their properties, and how they affect the electric drive system. **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 a validation of work experience, which means we can assess your competence based on both formal credentials and work experience. Even if you don't have formal qualifications, such as grades or diplomas, you may have the knowledge that meets the eligibility requirements for the course. To enable us to validate, attach your resume under the "Qualifications" tab on antagning.se or in our local application form when you apply. The template is found on our website [www.hv.se/elektroteknikkurser](<https://www.hv.se/elektroteknikkurser>).

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 - Overview

  University West

  Web-based distance learning

  Start date: 31 August 2026

  End date: 8 November 2026

  Pace of study: 20 %