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PROGRAMMAZIONE DIDATTICA COORTE A.A. 2026/2027
CORSO DI LAUREA MAGISTRALE in 11955 ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING FOR ENERGY TRANSITION (classe LM-28 )

SCHEDA INFORMATIVA

Sede amministrativa:  GE
Classe delle lauree in: 

Classe delle lauree magistrali in INGEGNERIA ELETTRICA (classe LM-28)

Durata:  2 anni
Indirizzo web:  https://corsi.unige.it/corsi/11955
Dipartimento di riferimento:  DIPARTIMENTO DI INGEGNERIA NAVALE, ELETTRICA, ELETTRONICA E DELLE TELECOMUNICAZIONI

PIANO DI STUDI

1° anno (coorte 2026/2027)

Comune ai curricula: SUSTAINABLE ELECTRIC MOBILITY - GE ENERGY, AUTOMATION AND SMART GRIDS - GE
Codice Disciplina Settore CFU Tipologia/Ambito Obiettivi Formativi Propedeuticità
118100 ELECTRICAL POWER SYSTEMS STEADY-STATE AND DYNAMICS IIND-08/B 12 In this teaching unit, the steady-state and dynamic issues related to the operation, design, and planning of electrical energy systems are introduced. Students will learn the methodologies for analyzing electrical systems in steady-state and in electromagnetic transients. At the end of the course, they will be able to identify and apply the most appropriate tools to study the various phenomena that occur in a power electrical system.

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  118101 - POWER SYSTEMS ANALYSIS IIND-08/B 6 6 CFU CARATTERIZZANTI Ingegneria Elettrica
Introduction to static problems related to the operation, design and planning of electric power systems represented by mathematical or circuit models. Preliminary analysis of dynamic models and transients of power systems that include the technologies for the energy transition.

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  118102 - ELECTROMAGNETIC POWER SYSTEM TRANSIENTS IIND-08/B 6 6 CFU CARATTERIZZANTI Ingegneria Elettrica
Provide the students with the main methods of analysis of electromagnetic transients in power systems. Study the modelling electromagnetic phenomena that may affect the operation of transmission and distribution power systems.

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118110 ADVANCED CONTROL FOR POWER ELECTRONICS IIND-08/A 6 6 CFU CARATTERIZZANTI Ingegneria Elettrica
The main aim of the module is to provide students with the basic notions on the modern theory of automatic controls, and its application in the real world, with the help of the means offered by current electronic and information technology, with particular reference to the study and development of advanced control systems for power electronic converters.

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118104 MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL OF ELECTRIC ENERGY SYSTEMS IIND-08/B 6 6 CFU CARATTERIZZANTI Ingegneria Elettrica
The module aims to present the methodological and technological aspects for the management and control of electrical energy systems. Starting from the conditions posed by the liberalized electricity market, students will be able to face and solve problems related to the definition of the working point, continuity of operation (prevention of blackouts) and aspects concerning the modelling and the control of frequency and active powers in normal, alert and emergency conditions.

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118105 POWER SYSTEM PROTECTION AND MODELING IIND-08/B 6 6 CFU CARATTERIZZANTI Ingegneria Elettrica
The module addresses the theoretical, methodological, and technological aspects concerning the protection and the stability defense of the electrical power system, considering the impact of the energy transition. The criteria and modern techniques for protecting the electrical system are investigated, as well as the interface requirements and inherent characteristics of Inverter-Based Resources. The proper modeling and simulation of the systems under analysis support the theoretical study.

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118123 TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY 12 This teaching unit aims to learn the fundamental methods of the analysis of rapidly changing electromagnetic fields with a differential approach, and then move on to the acquisition of issues related to industrial electromagnetic compatibility with reference to the design and problems related to measurement methods.

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  118118 - TELECOMMUNICATIONS IINF-03/A 6 6 CFU AFFINI O INTEGRATIVE Attività Formative Affini o Integrative
The module provides a unified view of the main topics of the telecommunications sector: representation and analysis of signals, transmission of signals on telecommunication channels, transmission of information through telecommunications networks. The theoretical principles underlying these issues will be briefly recalled along with the main techniques on which modern devices and telecommunications equipment are based.

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  118119 - ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY IIET-01/A 6 6 CFU CARATTERIZZANTI Ingegneria Elettrica
The purpose of the module is to teach the fundamental methods of rapidly variable electromagnetic field analysis using a differential approach, and then to move on to the acquisition of issues related to industrial electromagnetic compatibility with reference to design and measurement method issues.

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104852 MACHINE LEARNING FOR PATTERN RECOGNITION IINF-03/A 6 6 CFU AFFINI O INTEGRATIVE Attività Formative Affini o Integrative
In this module, several Machine learning methods applied to Pattern recognition are presented and - in particular - the case of classification of images from real domains is discussed. Students will learn how to estimate a probability density function using a set of training samples. They will be able to classify samples on the basis of the decision theory and linear and nonlinear classifiers (MDM, k-nn, SVMs, Random forest). They will learn how to design a MLP neural network. They will learn how to assess the accuracy of a supervised classifier. They will also be able to utilize some clustering algorithms (including a fuzzy algorithm) and validate the obtained results.

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2° anno (coorte 2026/2027)

ENERGY, AUTOMATION AND SMART GRIDS - GE
Codice Disciplina Settore CFU Tipologia/Ambito Obiettivi Formativi Propedeuticità
118124 ELECTRIC MACHINES DESIGN AND PROCESS AUTOMATION 12 The module provides knowledge on the morphology of low and high voltage rotating machines, their preliminary design and the diagnosis of electromechanical components. In addition, it explores the basic and advanced elements of automation systems, their integration into factory information processes, and discusses design criteria for instrumentation, actuators, communication networks, control and supervision systems, with a focus on security and cybersecurity.

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  118111 - DESIGN AND ADVANCED DIAGNOSTIC OF ELECTRIC MACHINES IIND-08/A 6 6 CFU CARATTERIZZANTI Ingegneria Elettrica
This teaching unit aims to provide elements on the morphology of rotating electrical equipment for low and high voltage. It is also proposed to supply the elements for the preliminary design of rotating electrical machines and the elements for the diagnosis of electromechanical components

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  118122 - PROCESS AUTOMATION IMIS-01/B 6 6 CFU CARATTERIZZANTI Ingegneria Elettrica
The purpose of the module is to define the basic and advanced elements of an automation system and its components, as well as their integration into the informational processes of a factory. In particular, it will cover the operational elements and design criteria for instrumentation, actuators, communication networks, control systems, and supervision elements, with a focus on the compliance with safety and cyber security requirements

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118120 NUMERICAL METHODS TECHNIQUES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC ANALYSIS IIET-01/A 6 6 CFU CARATTERIZZANTI Ingegneria Elettrica
The module describes the main algorithms used for the numerical modeling of industrial devices (interpolation, root search, derivation, integration, solution of linear equation systems), the methods used for the numerical solution of static/quasi-static electromagnetic field problems (described by PDE), and provides an introduction to the techniques for the automatic design and operational optimization of industrial devices.

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118108 ELECTRIC POWER SYSTEM DESIGN AND SIMULATION IIND-08/B 6 6 CFU CARATTERIZZANTI Ingegneria Elettrica
The module aims at providing students with the tools and procedures for the design of electrical systems for the production and use of electrical energy. The main design documents necessary for proper preliminary and executive design and the application and interpretation of the relevant technical regulations will be analyzed. Teaching will also include learning and using commercial calculation tools to aid power systems design, including Building Information Modeling (BIM) for Electrical systems (MEP).

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118114 ADVANCED POWER ELECTRONICS FOR ELECTRIC ENERGY APPLICATIONS IIND-08/A 6 6 CFU CARATTERIZZANTI Ingegneria Elettrica
The module aims to present the types of static converters used to support power grids such as static compensation devices and HVDC systems. The study in both steady-state and fault conditions will be proposed.

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122465 DESIGN, MODELING AND OPTIMIZATION FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS IIND-08/B 12 The teaching unit aims to provide students with theoretical, methodological, and practical knowledge for the design, planning, management, and control of modern electrical systems characterized by the integration of renewable energy sources, distributed generation, and storage systems. Students will acquire the ability to model and size traditional and renewable distributed generation systems, including wind and photovoltaic sources and storage technologies, with particular attention to distribution and industrial electrical systems undergoing energy transition. The teaching unit also develops skills in the formulation and software implementation of optimization and forecasting techniques for electrical systems, including applications such as unit commitment, economic dispatch, optimal power flow, energy management systems, load forecasting, and renewable generation forecasting. At the end of the teaching unit, students will be able to analyse, model, optimize, and control electrical systems with high penetration of renewable energy sources and storage, selecting appropriate methods and tools for their planning and operation.

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  118106 - RENEWABLE AND STORAGE DESIGN AND MODELING IIND-08/B 6 6 CFU CARATTERIZZANTI Ingegneria Elettrica
The module deals with aspects of proper design of electrical systems in the presence of renewable sources and storage. Distributed generation models such as wind and photovoltaic systems and the various storage system technologies will be developed. The aspects related to the sizing, modeling and control of traditional and renewable distributed generation are studied in relation to the transition of the distribution and industrial electrical systems.

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  118107 - OPTIMIZATION TECHNIQUES FOR POWER SYSTEM PLANNING AND CONTROL IIND-08/B 6 6 CFU CARATTERIZZANTI Ingegneria Elettrica
The module presents the theoretical, methodological, and implementation aspects of basic optimization techniques for the planning, management, and control of electrical systems. The main objectives of the module are to recognize, formulate, and implement (in software environment) optimization techniques in the context of electrical systems (unit commitment/dispatch, optimal power flow, energy management systems, etc.); to identify the main properties of solution algorithms; and to implement forecasting techniques for load and renewable generation.

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12 CFU tra i seguenti insegnamenti:
118121 CYBERSICUREZZA PER LE INFRASTRUTTURE ELETTRICHE IIET-01/A 6 6 CFU A SCELTA A Scelta dello Studente
The module is aimed at providing the fundamental concepts of cybersecurity, and then move on to the acquisition of topics related to cybersecurity in the Operational Tecnology (OT), Internet of Things (IoT) and Industrial Internet of Things(IIoT) world with particular reference to electrical infrastructures.

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121474 LIGHTING SYSTEMS FOR THE SMART CITY IIND-08/B 6 6 CFU A SCELTA A Scelta dello Studente
Teaching explores smart lighting ("smart lighting") type solutions in which technical solutions for light play a significant role in managing multiple services that go beyond the outdoor and indoor environment lighting itself.

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118113 METODI E MODELLI PER LA PREDIZIONE DI DEPENDABILITY DEI SISTEMI INDUSTRIALI IIND-08/A 6 6 CFU A SCELTA A Scelta dello Studente
L'insegnamento si propone di fornire all'allievo le conoscenze e le procedure operative necessarie per effettuare l'analisi predittiva delle caratteristiche di Dependability di un sistema o processo.

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118112 POWER ELECTRONIC LABORATORY IIND-08/A 6 6 CFU A SCELTA A Scelta dello Studente
The module aims to present laboratory applications by applying the knowledge of static energy conversion and control theory.

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118148 THESIS 15 15 CFU PROVA FINALE Per la Prova Finale
The master thesis work represents an important stage in the student's development of the ability to apply knowledge and understand problems, including new ones, ranging from technological development to research topics typical of electrical engineering.

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3 CFU tra i seguenti insegnamenti:
118356 ITALIAN LANGUAGE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (GE) LIFI-01/A 3 3 CFU ULTERIORI ATTIVITA' FORMATIVE Ulteriori attività formative
The teaching aims to provide international students with the opportunity to acquire a basic knowledge of spoken and written Italian.

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118125 TRAINEESHIP 3 3 CFU ULTERIORI ATTIVITA' FORMATIVE Ulteriori attività formative
Training activities aimed at improving language, IT, and interpersonal skills useful for the preparation of the thesis, as well as orientation activities designed to support career choices through direct knowledge of companies in the sector.

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2° anno (coorte 2026/2027)

SUSTAINABLE ELECTRIC MOBILITY - GE
Codice Disciplina Settore CFU Tipologia/Ambito Obiettivi Formativi Propedeuticità
118124 ELECTRIC MACHINES DESIGN AND PROCESS AUTOMATION 12 The module provides knowledge on the morphology of low and high voltage rotating machines, their preliminary design and the diagnosis of electromechanical components. In addition, it explores the basic and advanced elements of automation systems, their integration into factory information processes, and discusses design criteria for instrumentation, actuators, communication networks, control and supervision systems, with a focus on security and cybersecurity.

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  118111 - DESIGN AND ADVANCED DIAGNOSTIC OF ELECTRIC MACHINES IIND-08/A 6 6 CFU CARATTERIZZANTI Ingegneria Elettrica
This teaching unit aims to provide elements on the morphology of rotating electrical equipment for low and high voltage. It is also proposed to supply the elements for the preliminary design of rotating electrical machines and the elements for the diagnosis of electromechanical components

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  118122 - PROCESS AUTOMATION IMIS-01/B 6 6 CFU CARATTERIZZANTI Ingegneria Elettrica
The purpose of the module is to define the basic and advanced elements of an automation system and its components, as well as their integration into the informational processes of a factory. In particular, it will cover the operational elements and design criteria for instrumentation, actuators, communication networks, control systems, and supervision elements, with a focus on the compliance with safety and cyber security requirements

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118120 NUMERICAL METHODS TECHNIQUES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC ANALYSIS IIET-01/A 6 6 CFU CARATTERIZZANTI Ingegneria Elettrica
The module describes the main algorithms used for the numerical modeling of industrial devices (interpolation, root search, derivation, integration, solution of linear equation systems), the methods used for the numerical solution of static/quasi-static electromagnetic field problems (described by PDE), and provides an introduction to the techniques for the automatic design and operational optimization of industrial devices.

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118116 DIGITAL ELECTRIC DRIVES CONTROL IIND-08/A 6 6 CFU CARATTERIZZANTI Ingegneria Elettrica
The main aim of the teaching is to provide students with the basic notions on the theory of digital control systems, and to train them to apply it to the real world, with the help of the means offered by current electronic and information technology, with particular reference to the study and development of advanced control systems for electric drives.

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118109 ELECTRIC MOBILITY INFRASTRUCTURES AND MARINE POWER SYSTEMS IIND-08/B 6 6 CFU CARATTERIZZANTI Ingegneria Elettrica
The module aims to illustrate the methodological and technological aspects related to electrical systems used in terrestrial electric mobility and on board ships. Management strategies for electric vehicle charging are proposed, considering the integration with renewable sources and multi-vector energy systems, smart charging, and vehicle-to-grid and vehicle-to-building technologies. Typical architectures and control techniques for shipboard power systems are analysed, considering the availability of storage systems, as well as the shore-connection infrastructures for connecting ships during docking.

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122466 SUSTAINABLE MOBILITY IIND-08/A 12

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  118115 - ELECTRIC AND HYBRID VEHICLES FOR SUSTAINABLE MOBILITY IIND-08/A 6 6 CFU CARATTERIZZANTI Ingegneria Elettrica
The module aims at analysing the main principles of vehicle propulsion, with particular focus on internal combustion engine vehicles, hybrid and electric vehicles. In particular, the different components used in the various vehicle architectures will be analysed. The teaching will include software activities with the aim of modelling the topics analysed in the theoretical lessons.

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  118117 - GUIDED TRANSPORT SYSTEMS IIND-08/A 6 6 CFU CARATTERIZZANTI Ingegneria Elettrica
The teaching has the aim of analysing the main features of the guided transport systems, with particular with particular reference to propulsion systems, power systems, signalling systems and to reference standard.

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12 CFU tra i seguenti insegnamenti:
118121 CYBERSICUREZZA PER LE INFRASTRUTTURE ELETTRICHE IIET-01/A 6 6 CFU A SCELTA A Scelta dello Studente
The module is aimed at providing the fundamental concepts of cybersecurity, and then move on to the acquisition of topics related to cybersecurity in the Operational Tecnology (OT), Internet of Things (IoT) and Industrial Internet of Things(IIoT) world with particular reference to electrical infrastructures.

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121474 LIGHTING SYSTEMS FOR THE SMART CITY IIND-08/B 6 6 CFU A SCELTA A Scelta dello Studente
Teaching explores smart lighting ("smart lighting") type solutions in which technical solutions for light play a significant role in managing multiple services that go beyond the outdoor and indoor environment lighting itself.

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118113 METODI E MODELLI PER LA PREDIZIONE DI DEPENDABILITY DEI SISTEMI INDUSTRIALI IIND-08/A 6 6 CFU A SCELTA A Scelta dello Studente
L'insegnamento si propone di fornire all'allievo le conoscenze e le procedure operative necessarie per effettuare l'analisi predittiva delle caratteristiche di Dependability di un sistema o processo.

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118112 POWER ELECTRONIC LABORATORY IIND-08/A 6 6 CFU A SCELTA A Scelta dello Studente
The module aims to present laboratory applications by applying the knowledge of static energy conversion and control theory.

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118148 THESIS 15 15 CFU PROVA FINALE Per la Prova Finale
The master thesis work represents an important stage in the student's development of the ability to apply knowledge and understand problems, including new ones, ranging from technological development to research topics typical of electrical engineering.

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3 CFU tra i seguenti insegnamenti:
118356 ITALIAN LANGUAGE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (GE) LIFI-01/A 3 3 CFU ULTERIORI ATTIVITA' FORMATIVE Ulteriori attività formative
The teaching aims to provide international students with the opportunity to acquire a basic knowledge of spoken and written Italian.

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118125 TRAINEESHIP 3 3 CFU ULTERIORI ATTIVITA' FORMATIVE Ulteriori attività formative
Training activities aimed at improving language, IT, and interpersonal skills useful for the preparation of the thesis, as well as orientation activities designed to support career choices through direct knowledge of companies in the sector.

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Note

The inclusion in the study plan of ITALIAN LANGUAGE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS is mandatory for students holding an international degree. 


In addition to the specific modules listed above, students may choose from any of the courses offered by UNIGE, as long as they are consistent with the programme of study. These modules must be approved by the Programme Board. Please note that modules included in the curriculum not chosen by the student are considered to be consistent with the course of study and are not subject to approval by the Board.