HAN University of Applied Sciences
Master of Science in Engineering Systems: Cyber-physical Systems
MSc
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
EUR 2,530 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* For non-EU students: June 1st. For EU students: August 31th.
** €2,530 per one academic year for EU/EEA students. €10,270 per one academic year for non-EU/EEA students.
Key Summary
Smartphones, medical devices, and energy grids are all examples of cyber-physical systems. They are indispensable to individuals & society. Want to contribute to this innovative field? In the Cyber-Physical track, you'll learn how to integrate Computation, Communication & Embedded Control. After graduation, you'll have what it takes to develop the next generation of cyber-physical systems.
In the Engineering Systems master program, you'll start with the basics of modeling in the Systems Modeling module and delve into control systems in the Applied Control module. You'll have various options for specialization within the engineering field, followed by modules tailored to your chosen track. Finally, you'll apply your acquired knowledge and skills in a major project. The setting? Either industry or research.
THEORY AND PRACTICE
Theory and practice are closely integrated in this master degree. In the 1st year you follow practice-based modules. First you delve into the theory. Then you put it into practice during minor projects. Here you work in small groups with other students. Your aim? To solve actual issues from industry. So knowledge and techniques from fundamental research are implemented and applied in an industrial environment. This collaborative approach strengthens ties with industry. And stimulates the exchange of knowledge. After finishing the practice-based modules you work on your major project. That’s when you independently conduct research for a company.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
1st semester
Systems Modeling Module:
- Applied Physics
- Introduction to Modeling
- Practice Modeling and Simulation
- System Identification
- Minor Project
- Applied Control Module:
- Feedback Control
- Digital Control
- Apply Controller Strategies
- Controller Implementation
- Multivariable Systems and Optimization
- Minor project
2nd semester
Choose 2 elective modules from:
- Advanced Vehicle Dynamics
- Big Data & Small Data
- Embedded Control
3rd semester
- Major Project
What Can You Do With This Master of Science?
As a graduate of the Master in Engineering Systems, you are able to apply research to solve complex problems, for the development of innovations that meet the needs of the market and/or society, as opposed to conducting only academic research. You have thorough knowledge and skills in the area of Engineering Systems along with an international orientation. How? Through our internationally oriented modules and teaching methods, an international student population and close contacts with globally operating businesses. You mostly work in a team with other engineers and professionals from other disciplines. You use customer requirements and specifications to develop electronic hardware and software. The aim? To make the high-tech products of the future.
Ready for an exciting engineering career? In industry, research, or higher education? Many companies are looking for control systems engineers. And with your master-level knowledge and skills, you’re in a great position to find a rewarding position.
Embedded Systems Architect
The Embedded Systems Architect defines a target and transitional architecture for all embedded systems. They ensure this is done in line with business, technical, and regulatory requirements. They work with R&D (electronic engineers, software developers) on design decisions with regard to embedded systems.
Real-time Systems Engineer
The Real-Time Systems Engineer works with an automotive team on modeling control systems. They use Mathworks/Matlab tools for this purpose. The aim? To meet client specifications. This position can be filled by a junior, mid-career, or experienced engineer.
System Architect Embedded Systems
A System Architect Embedded Systems is responsible for the electronics part of solutions developed in consultation with customers. This is an intermediary role between the customer and the department. The System Architect has to ask the right questions to work out the customer's wishes. And then offer a solution that meets customer needs as much as possible. Collaborating with electrical mechanics and the mechanics team is part of this role.
Embedded Software Engineer
An Embedded Software Engineer works on state-of-the-art projects in the high-tech industry. Projects can cover the entire process, from the definition of requirements to customer delivery. That means they have expertise in one or more programming languages for embedded environments. And development platforms like Linux, Windows, Android, VxWorks, and QNX.
Embedded Systems Architect
The Embedded Systems Architect defines a target and transitional architecture for all embedded systems. They ensure this is done in line with business, technical, and regulatory requirements. They work with R&D (electronic engineers, software developers) on design decisions with regard to embedded systems.
System Architect Embedded Systems
A System Architect Embedded Systems is responsible for the electronics part of solutions developed in consultation with customers. This is an intermediary role between the customer and the department. The System Architect has to ask the right questions to work out the customer's wishes. And then offer a solution that meets customer needs as much as possible. Collaborating with electrical mechanics and the mechanics team is part of this role.
Real-time Systems Engineer
The Real-Time Systems Engineer works with an automotive team on modeling control systems. They use Mathworks/Matlab tools for this purpose. The aim? To meet client specifications. This position can be filled by a junior, mid-career, or experienced engineer.
Embedded Software Engineer
An Embedded Software Engineer works on state-of-the-art projects in the high-tech industry. Projects can cover the entire process, from the definition of requirements to customer delivery. That means they have expertise in one or more programming languages for embedded environments. And development platforms like Linux, Windows, Android, VxWorks, and QNX.