M.Tech - Power Electronics

The Master of Technology (M.Tech) in Power Electronics is a specialized program that focuses on the design, analysis, and application of power electronic systems used in industrial automation, renewable energy, electric vehicles (EVs), and power grids. This program provides in-depth knowledge of semiconductor devices, power converters, motor drives, and energy-efficient systems. The course integrates hardware and software development, ensuring students gain hands-on experience with power electronic circuits, control systems, and embedded power applications.

Main Targets:

• Power Semiconductor Devices: Understanding MOSFETs, IGBTs, SiC, and GaN-based power devices
• Power Conversion & Control: Designing AC-DC, DC-DC, and DC-AC power converters
• Motor Drives & Industrial Automation: Advanced motor control for industrial applications, robotics, and EVs
• Renewable Energy Systems: Integration of solar, wind, and hybrid energy systems
• Electric Vehicles & Battery Management Systems: Power electronics applications in EV drivetrains, charging stations, and battery technology
• Smart Grids & Energy Storage: Grid-connected converters, energy storage management, and grid modernization
• Embedded Systems in Power Electronics: Microcontroller and DSP-based power control systems

Future Applications:

• Electric Vehicles (EVs) & Hybrid Vehicles: High-efficiency motor controllers, battery chargers, and inverters
• Renewable Energy Integration: Smart inverters, MPPT controllers, and grid-tied systems for solar and wind energy
• Industrial Automation: Power electronic drives and PLC-based control systems for manufacturing industries
• Smart Grids & Power Distribution: FACTS devices (Flexible AC Transmission Systems) and HVDC technology
• Aerospace & Defense: Power systems for satellites, aircraft, and defense applications
• Data Centers & Telecom Power Systems: High-efficiency power supplies for cloud computing infrastructure
• Medical Electronics: Precision power supplies for MRI machines, X-rays, and diagnostic equipment

Career Opportunities:

• Power Electronics Engineer – Designing high-efficiency power converters for industrial and consumer applications
• EV Systems Engineer – Working on electric vehicle powertrains, battery management systems, and motor controllers
• Renewable Energy Engineer – Designing solar inverters, wind power controllers, and hybrid energy storage solutions
• Industrial Automation Engineer – Implementing motor drives, PLC systems, and robotics control systems
• Smart Grid Engineer – Developing FACTS devices, HVDC technology, and grid automation solutions
• Research & Development Engineer – Innovating in semiconductor-based power devices and high-efficiency converters
• Embedded Power Systems Engineer – Implementing microcontroller and DSP-based control for power systems

Outcomes:

• Expertise in designing high-efficiency power conversion and control systems
• Hands-on experience with industry tools like MATLAB, PSpice, Simulink, and LTspice
• **Knowledge of next-gen semiconductor materials like SiC (Silicon Carbide) and GaN (Gallium Nitride)
• Career opportunities in top companies like Tesla, ABB, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Texas Instruments, GE, and BOSCH
• Potential for research & Ph.D. in emerging fields like energy harvesting, wireless power transfer, and AI-powered power systems

The course is available in our Brilliant Group of Technical Institutions at Kasireddy Narayan Reddy College of Engineering and Research – Code: KNRR