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TFE4595

Electronic Systems Design, Specialization Course

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Credits 7.5
Level Second degree level
Course start Autumn 2025
Duration 1 semester
Language of instruction English
Location Trondheim
Examination arrangement Portfolio

About

About the course

Course content

The course is divided into two parts. The first part is common to all participants in the course. For the second part, the student selects a topic from a list published at the beginning of the semester. Each part is worth 3.75 ECTS credits.

The content of the first part includes practical information and tips on projects and master's theses, courses on literature searching, citation practices, copyright, plagiarism, academic writing, artificial intelligence, written literature review, and peer feedback.

The content of the second part depends on the chosen topic.

Learning outcome

Knowledge, Skills, and General Competence:

Part 1:

The student shall:

  • Be able to plan and write a project and master's thesis according to the standards of the field.
  • Be able to apply important principles regarding copyright, citation practices, the use of AI, and plagiarism.
  • Be able to conduct a basic literature review relevant to their project.
  • Be able to present their own work.
  • Be able to provide feedback on other students' work.

Part 2:

  • The student will gain in-depth knowledge and skills within the chosen topic.

Learning methods and activities

The teaching in the first part consists of seminars, courses, self-study, literature review, and peer assessment.

The teaching in the topics of the second part may include lectures, seminars, and self-study. Each topic has its own plan.

Compulsory assignments

  • Participation

Further on evaluation

(the information may be changed until June 15th)

The content, scope, feedback opportunities, and deadlines for the portfolio and obligatory activity will be announced at the start of the semester and will depend on the chosen topic. All parts of the portfolio must be get a passed mark in order to pass the entire course.

Course materials

Will be announced at the beginning of the semester.

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Subject areas

  • Electronics
  • Telecommunication
  • Electronics and Telecommunications
  • Electrical Power Engineering
  • Technological subjects

Contact information

Lecturers

Department with academic responsibility

Department of Electronic Systems

Timetable

Timetable

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Examination

Examination

Examination arrangement: Portfolio
Grade: Passed / Not Passed

Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025

Portfolio
Weighting 100/100

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