BSc in Electrical Engineering - Schweitzer Power and Energy in West Lafayette United States | Purdue University

This field centers on electrical power engineering and the transformation of electrical energy into other forms. Key subjects encompass the design of electromechanical components, power electronics, passive components, power magnetics, electric drives, propulsion systems, vehicle electrical systems (for ships, spacecraft, and automobiles), and the control and stability of power systems.

In the pursuit of sustainability and lower carbon emissions, energy conversion methods are essential. Faculty specializing in energy sources and systems lead in the design, analysis, and control of contemporary electromechanical components and systems. They also engage extensively in power electronics, with a focus on control and passive component design.

With growing demands for enhanced reliability and efficiency in aircraft and marine applications, hydraulic control systems are increasingly being substituted by electric drive systems. Research efforts are dedicated to precisely modeling the performance of alternative power-by-wire electric drive systems. Simulation tools are under development to accurately assess entire power-by-wire setups, incorporating actuators, converters, electric drives, and electrical distribution networks. The assessment and design of electric propulsion systems are also underway. The deregulation of electric utilities, along with the incorporation of renewable energy sources, introduces new complexities in power distribution and management. Ongoing studies involve analyzing deregulation's effects on power quality, optimizing distribution system control, and detecting instabilities.