Department of «Energy systems»
General Direction of Training
Department programs cover the complete energy cycle: energy generation, conversion, transmission, and distribution, equipment design and operation, automation, digital modeling, energy conservation, and the implementation of modern energy technologies.
6B07112 – Thermal Systems Engineering
6B07113 – Thermal Power Engineering
6B07114 – Thermal and Nuclear Power Stations
6B07109 – Electrical Power Engineering
7M07106 – Thermal Power Engineering (Master’s)
7M07111 – Thermal Systems Engineering (Master’s)
7M07107 – Electrical Power Engineering (Master’s)
Graduates gain a strong foundation to work:
- At power plants, grid companies, power generation, and energy supply organizations;
- At industrial plants, within Chief Power Engineer departments, and automation units;
- In design, engineering, installation, commissioning, and service companies;
- In research institutes and educational institutions (for Master’s degree graduates);
- In energy efficiency, digitalization, renewable, and nuclear energy projects.
6B07113 – Thermal Power Engineering
Bachelor’s Degree Full-time (4 years), short-track based on higher education (2 years)
A classic engineering program focused on the generation, transmission, and utilization of thermal energy, the operation of thermal power equipment, and the implementation of energy-efficient solutions.
Program Advantages:
- Comprehensive Scope — covers everything from boiler plants and turbines to district heating networks and industrial thermal technologies.
- Practical Competencies — hands-on skills in calculation, operation, diagnostics, and design of power engineering facilities.
- Key Focus Areas — strong emphasis on energy conservation, automation, and the rational use of fuel and energy resources.
Professional Activity
Spheres: Thermal power engineering, municipal and industrial thermal energy sectors, industrial energy supply, design, installation, operation, and maintenance of power equipment.
Objects: Thermal power plants, industrial and heating boiler facilities, district heating networks, steam and gas turbines, boilers and steam generators, heat exchange and auxiliary equipment, water treatment and fuel handling systems.
Core Disciplines & Topics: Thermal schemes and operating modes of power installations; heat and mass transfer processes; energy carrier generation and distribution; automation; maintenance and repair; modeling and optimization of thermal power processes.
Examples of Studied Disciplines
| Selected Disciplines | |
| Theoretical Foundations of Thermal Engineering | Boiler Plants and Steam Generators |
| Turbine Installations | Fundamentals of District Heating and Heat Supply |
| Design of Thermal Network Operating Modes | Metrology and Measurement Systems in Thermal Power Engineering |
| CAD in Power Engineering Facilities | Design of Combined Heat and Power Plants and Condensing Power Stations |
6B07114 – Thermal and Nuclear Power Stations
Bachelor’s Degree full-time (4 years)
A specialized engineering program focused on the equipment, technological processes, control systems, and safe operation of thermal and nuclear power plants.
Program Advantages
- Integrated Curriculum — comprehensive study of traditional thermal and nuclear power engineering within a single program.
- In-Depth Equipment Training — thorough coverage of turbine, steam-generating, heat-exchange, and electrical equipment at power stations.
- Modern Digital Toolkit — focus on digital modeling, predictive maintenance, automated process control systems (I&C/I&C ACS), and data analysis.
Professional Activity
Spheres: Electric and thermal energy generation at CHP/condensing TPPs and NPPs, engineering and design organizations, installation, commissioning, non-destructive diagnostics, and technical maintenance of station equipment.
Objects: Power units of TPPs and NPPs, turbine generators, boiler and steam-generating plants, heat exchangers, coolant circuit/water treatment systems, station electrical gear, instrumentation, and automated control systems.
Core Disciplines & Topics: Thermal schemes and thermodynamic cycles of power plants; nuclear physics fundamentals; thermohydraulics; operating regimes and transient modes; reliability and diagnostics; process measurement and automation; plant layout and equipment design for TPPs and NPPs.
Examples of Studied Disciplines
| Selected Disciplines | |
| Physical Foundations of Nuclear Power Engineering | Chemistry of Thermal and Nuclear Power Stations |
| Turbine Units of Thermal and Nuclear Power Stations | Boiler Plants and Steam Generators |
| Instrumentation and Measurement Systems of Nuclear and Thermal Power Stations | Automated Control Systems for Nuclear Power Station Equipment |
| Predictive Maintenance of Power Engineering Facilities | Equipment Design for Thermal and Nuclear Power Stations |
6B07109 – Electrical Power Engineering
Bachelor’s Degree full-time (4 years), short-track based on TVET/college (3 years), short-track based on higher education (2 years)
The program covers the generation, transformation, transmission, distribution, and consumption of electrical energy, as well as the automation and protection of power engineering facilities.
Program Advantages
- Systemic Training — comprehensive coverage of power stations, substations, power grids, and industrial power supply systems.
- Practical Skills — hands-on experience in relay protection, automation, supervisory control, and SCADA systems.
- Advanced Toolkit — practical competencies in simulation, CAD software, energy efficiency, and renewable energy integration.
Professional Activity
Spheres: Power engineering, power supply for industrial and infrastructure facilities, power grid and equipment operation, design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance service organizations.
Objects: Power plants and electrical substations, power systems and transmission grids, power supply systems, electric drives, industrial electrical equipment, relay protection and automation devices, supervisory and measurement control systems.
Core Disciplines & Topics: Design and calculation of electrical power networks; power system operating regimes; relay protection and automation; installation and operation of electrical equipment; electrical machines and apparatus; digital control and energy conservation.
Examples of Studied Disciplines
| Selected Disciplines | |
| Theoretical Foundations of Electrical Engineering | Electrical Power Plants and Substations |
| Electrical Systems and Networks | Design of Industrial Power Supply Systems |
| Relay Protection and Automation Devices | Application of SCADA Systems in Industrial Complexes |
| CAD in Power Engineering Facilities | Energy Conservation and Efficient Energy Utilization |
6B07112 – Thermal Systems Engineering
Bachelor’s Degree short-track based on TVET/college (3 years)
A program designed to train engineers who calculate, design, and operate systems for the generation, transmission, and rational utilization of thermal energy.
Program Advantages
- Applied Focus — strong emphasis on district heating networks, heat supply systems, and industrial power equipment.
- Integrated Skill Set — powerful combination of thermal engineering, process automation, digital design, and energy conservation.
- Accelerated Pathway — optimized opportunity to build upon prior technical TVET/college education through an expedited degree program.
Professional Activity
Spheres: Thermal power engineering, industrial power engineering, building and industrial heat supply, design and service organizations, operation, and modernization of power equipment.
Objects: District heating networks and substations, boiler plants, heat exchangers, coolant conditioning systems, HVAC systems, heat pumps, as well as power installations based on traditional and renewable energy sources.
Core Disciplines & Topics: Calculation and design of thermal systems; operating regime management; heat and mass transfer, hydro- and gas dynamics; non-destructive diagnostics, installation, commissioning, and repair; automated control; energy efficiency enhancement and environmental safety.
Examples of Studied Disciplines
| Selected Disciplines | |
| CAD in Thermal Systems | Engineering Thermodynamics |
| Heat and Mass Transfer in Thermal Systems | Hydraulic Calculation of Thermal Networks |
| Energy-Saving Technologies in Thermal Systems | Automatic Control Systems |
| Systems and Equipment for Coolant Conditioning | Design of Primary and Auxiliary Equipment for Thermal Networks |
7M07106 – Thermal Power Engineering
Master’s Degree scientific and Pedagogical Track (2 years)
An advanced degree program focused on research, mathematical modeling, engineering design, and efficiency enhancement of thermal power and heat engineering systems.
Program Advantages
- Integrated Research Approach — combines advanced engineering research, mathematical modeling, and thermal performance testing.
- Academic & Leadership Career Preparation — prepares graduates for university teaching, scientific research, and developing innovative energy solutions.
- Modern Industry Focus — tackles real-world challenges in energy conservation, renewable energy, waste heat recovery, and digital transformation of the energy sector.
Professional Activity
Spheres: Industrial sector, power engineering, R&D and design organizations, higher education, as well as expert and management roles in energy supply and energy efficiency.
Objects: Thermal power and heat technology systems, district heating networks, heat and gas supply systems, industrial power plant equipment, water and fuel treatment plants, renewable energy sources, and secondary energy resources.
Core Disciplines & Topics: Modeling and optimization of energy systems; experimental thermal engineering methods; design of heat and gas supply systems; reliability and performance assessment; scientific justification for modernizing power assets and implementing energy-saving measures.
Examples of Studied Disciplines
| Selected Disciplines | |
| Scientific and Technical Issues in Thermal Power and Heat Engineering | Modeling Methods for Thermal Power Systems |
| Theory and Techniques of Thermal Engineering Experiments | Information Systems in Thermal Power and Heat Engineering |
| Alternative and Renewable Energy Sources | Heat and Gas Supply Systems |
| Design of Heat and Gas Supply Systems | Artificial Intelligence in the Management of Research and Innovation Projects |
7M07111 – Thermal Systems Engineering
Master’s Degree applied Professional Track (1 year)
An intensive, practice-oriented Master’s program designed to tackle applied operational, modernization, and energy efficiency challenges in industrial thermal systems.
Program Advantages
- Streamlined Curriculum — a focused 1-year track concentrated on high-level professional engineering and technical management competencies.
- Industrial Focus — directly oriented toward contemporary challenges in thermal power engineering, energy carriers, and industrial plant technologies.
- Leadership & Optimization — prepares graduates to lead engineering projects, manage plant modernizations, and optimize power operating regimes.
Professional Activity
Spheres: Industrial thermal power engineering, operation and development of heat supply systems, engineering, energy auditing, technical management, and consulting.
Objects: Industrial heat and energy supply systems, district heating networks, boiler plants, heat-utilizing installations, heat exchangers, auxiliary equipment, process automation, and energy accounting systems.
Core Disciplines & Topics: Engineering analysis and optimization of thermal systems; equipment selection and plant modernization; energy generation and consumption regimes; energy carrier management; technical diagnostics, reliability, safety, and economic efficiency.
Examples of Studied Disciplines
| Selected Disciplines | |
| Modern Issues in Thermal Power and Heat Engineering | Special Topics in Thermal Power Engineering |
| Energy Resources and Industrial Plant Technologies | Energy Carriers and Industrial Energy Technologies |
| Management and Leadership Psychology | Professional Foreign Language |
7M07107 – Electrical Power Engineering
Master’s Degree scientific and Pedagogical Track (2 years), Applied Professional Track (1.5 years)
The program develops advanced competencies in the modeling, automation, and design of electrical power and electrotechnical systems, electric drive control, and energy efficiency enhancement.
Program Advantages
- Flexible Pathways — choice between a 2-year track for research and academic careers or a 1.5-year track for intensive professional specialization.
- Modern Curriculum — comprehensive focus on system modeling, industrial automation, electric drives, and smart grid technologies.
- Applied Engineering Focus — practical orientation toward industrial power supply, energy auditing, and renewable energy integration.
Professional Activity
Spheres: Electric power utility companies, industrial enterprises, R&D and engineering design organizations, industrial automation, energy auditing, and higher education.
Objects: Electric power systems and transmission grids, power supply systems for industrial complexes, electric drives, automated power assemblies, renewable energy facilities, as well as digital monitoring and control equipment.
Core Disciplines & Topics: Identification and modeling of electrical systems; electric drive control; automation of industrial complexes; energy-saving technologies; design and operation of electrotechnical and renewable energy installations.
Examples of Studied Disciplines
| Selected Disciplines | |
| Scientific and Technical Issues in Electrical Power Systems | System Identification and Modeling |
| Modeling of Electric Drives | Electric Drive Control Systems |
| Power Supply for Electrotechnical Complexes | Automation of Electrotechnical Complexes in Mining and Metallurgy |
| Energy-Saving Technologies in Electrical Power Engineering and Automation | Artificial Intelligence in the Management of Research and Innovation Projects |