News and Announcements

 

Extension of Online Learning

According to the university directive No. RP/217/26 dated 09 October 2026 and due to the increased level of security threats, the online format of the educational process for all years and levels of higher education has been extended until 31 October 2026 inclusive. The duration of the online format after 31 October 2026 will be decided separately, taking into account developments in the security situation.

Published: October 12, 2026
 

Educational Process in September–October 2026

According to the university directive No. RP/202/26 dated 28 September 2026 and due to the increased level of security threats, the online format of the educational process for all years and levels of higher education has been extended until 11 October 2026 inclusive. The duration of the online format after 11 October 2026 will be decided separately, taking into account developments in the security situation.

Published: September 29, 2026
 

Learning Format at FEPEA

Due to the security situation in Kyiv in recent days, the Faculty administration has decided to move all classes online from 24 September 2026, until further notice regarding the introduction of blended learning.

Published: September 23, 2026
 

Learning format from 21 to 26 September

According to the FEPEA Dean’s Directive No. 38 dated 18 September 2026, by decision of the administration, classes during the following week, from 21 to 26 September 2026, will be held in a blended format, namely:

  • 1st-year Bachelor’s students – entirely online;
  • 2nd-, 3rd- and 4th-year Bachelor’s students – laboratory classes in person for those educational components for which in-person laboratory classes were scheduled, while lectures and practical classes will be held entirely online;
  • 1st- and 2nd-year Master’s students and 2nd-year PhD students – entirely online.

Published: September 18 , 2026
 

Online Learning from 14 to 19 September

Pursuant to the FEPEA Dean’s Directive No. 36 dated 10 September 2026, and in order to protect the life and health of participants in the educational process amid the ongoing armed aggression of the russian federation and systematic threats of enemy missile and drone attacks, the educational process at the Faculty of Electric Power Engineering and Automatics from 14 to 19 September 2026 will be conducted entirely online.

Published: September 10 , 2026
 

Online Learning from 7 to 12 September

Pursuant to the FEPEA Dean’s Directive No. 34 dated 04 September 2026, and in order to protect the life and health of participants in the educational process amid the ongoing armed aggression of the russian federation and systematic threats of enemy missile and drone attacks, the educational process at the Faculty of Electric Power Engineering and Automatics from 07 to 12 September 2026 will be conducted entirely online.

Published: September 4 , 2026
 

FEPEA Freshers’ Day

FEPEA Freshers’ Day will take place on 31 August 2026 at 37 Politekhnichna Street, Kyiv, KPI Building 20.

Programme:

  • 11:45 – gathering of students and group tutors near Building 20, and introduction to the tutors;
  • 12:00–13:20 – official part in Room 4-20: address by the Dean of FEPEA, introduction of the administration, Heads of Departments, group tutors, and student organisations;
  • 13:30–14:30 – introduction to the Departments; for students of the Department of Power Systems Automation – in Room 115-20;
  • 14:30–16:30 – quest organised by the FEPEA Student Council.

In the event of an “Air Raid Alert”, the event will be interrupted and resumed after the “All Clear” signal. Participants will remain in the shelters of the building.

Published: August 26, 2026
 

Specifics of the Organisation of the Educational Process in the Autumn Semester of the 2026/2027 Academic Year

In accordance with Order No. НОД/651/26 dated 11 August 2026 “On the Specifics of the Organisation of the Educational Process in the Autumn Semester of the 2026/2027 Academic Year”, the autumn semester will begin in a blended format (a combination of in-person and distance learning), taking into account the decision of the Academic Council of 8 June 2026, the available number of spaces in shelters, and the current security situation.

  • from 1 September 2026 for students of the first and second levels of higher education (except for second-year Master’s students enrolled in Educational and Professional Programmes) and second-year postgraduate students;
  • from 25 August 2026 for second-year Master’s students enrolled in Educational and Professional Programmes;
  • from 1 October 2026 for first-, third-, and fourth-year postgraduate students.

To ensure safe learning and working conditions for all participants in the educational process and employees of other categories, in the event of an “Air Raid Alert“, everyone must immediately proceed to a shelter! Information about the “Air Raid Alert” and “All Clear” signals (the end of the alert) can be monitored in the “Kyiv Digital” or “Air Alert” apps.

Published: August 21, 2026
 

Visit to a DTEK Substation

On May 6, 2026, students of the Department of Power Systems Automation of Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute visited an operating electrical substation, where they had the opportunity to learn about the specifics of modern energy facilities, relay protection systems, automation, and dispatch control.

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Particular interest was drawn to DTEK’s modern training programmes using VR technologies and virtual reality headsets. Students saw how digital simulators are used to practise switching operations, personnel procedures, and skills for working in real production situations. This approach enables safe and effective training of future specialists for work at energy facilities.

Such field-based classes are extremely important for the training of modern engineers, as they allow the combination of theoretical knowledge with practical experience and real production processes.

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We sincerely thank DTEK for the opportunity provided, openness to cooperation, and support of educational initiatives. It is thanks to such partnerships that a new generation of highly qualified, responsible, and modern engineers in Ukraine’s energy sector is being formed.

Published: May 7, 2026
 

Open Lecture by Volodymyr Polonskyi

On May 4, students of the Department of Power Systems Automation of Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute attended an open lecture by Volodymyr Polonskyi on the topic: «Solving Complex Problems of Modernization, Expansion, Restoration, and Protection of Power System Elements Based on the Activities of KEBK LLC».

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During the lecture, participants had the opportunity to learn about current challenges in the modern energy sector, practical aspects of implementing engineering solutions, as well as experience in the modernization and protection of Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.

Particular interest was generated by examples of real projects, the implementation of modern technologies, and discussions on the prospects for the development of the energy sector.

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We sincerely thank Volodymyr Polonskyi for the informative lecture, professional experience, and inspiration for future specialists in the energy sector!

Published: May 7, 2026
 

Congratulations on an Important Academic Achievement!

The academic team of the Department of Power Systems Automation sincerely congratulates our colleague Volodymyr Hulyi on the successful defence of his PhD thesis.

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This achievement is a testament to his high level of professionalism, perseverance, and deep dedication to science. Defending a dissertation is not only a personal accomplishment, but also a significant contribution to the development of the field.

Defence of V. Hulyi - photo 2

We are proud to have such a specialist on our team!

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We wish him further academic achievements, new ideas, and the successful implementation of the most ambitious projects!

Published: April 18, 2026
 

Lectures by Energy Companies

The Department of Power Systems Automation expresses its sincere gratitude to the speakers — representatives of leading energy companies of Ukraine — and the organizers for delivering a series of substantive lectures for students and the academic team of KPI.

The following speakers shared their experience:

  • Oleksandr Havva — Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of JSC “Market Operator”;
  • Oleksandr Havva

  • Oleh Skrypnyk — Member of the Management Board of NPC “Ukrenergo”;
  • Oleh Skrypnyk

  • Viacheslav Babych — Deputy Director for Commerce at PJSC “Ukrhydroenergo”;
  • Viacheslav Babych

  • Maksym Dyrenko — Head of the Electricity Market Trading Operations Department at SE “Guaranteed Buyer”.
  • Maksym Dyrenko

The lectures covered the principles of operation of the electricity market of Ukraine, the specifics of the system operator’s activity, the balancing market, and the integration of renewable energy sources.

For students, this is a unique opportunity to combine theoretical knowledge with a practical understanding of the industry, and for prospective applicants — a chance to see the prospects for professional development in the energy sector today.

We sincerely thank all participants for their openness to cooperation and their contribution to the training of future specialists!

Published: April 17, 2026
 

Career Guidance Activities

The Department of Power Systems Automation actively continues its career guidance activities among young people, opening up the world of modern engineering and the power industry to prospective applicants.

This time, the academic team of the department — Denys Derevianko and Anatolii Omelchuk — visited the State Higher Educational Institution «Kyiv Electromechanical College», where they had a great opportunity to communicate with students, present current study programmes, modern technologies in electric power engineering, and career prospects.

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During the meeting:

  • examples of practical developments and engineering solutions were demonstrated;
  • current challenges in the power sector and the role of digital technologies were discussed;
  • questions regarding admission and studies were answered.

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Such meetings are not only an introduction to a future profession, but also an opportunity to inspire young people to choose the engineering path, which is extremely important for the country’s development today.

We thank the college administration and students for the warm welcome and their interest!

Published: March 25, 2026
 

Open Lecture by VectorVS

On March 9, 2026, a meeting with the VectorVS team took place at the Department of Power Systems Automation. During the event, the company’s representatives delivered an open lecture on the topic: “Fundamentals of Interface Configuration for SCADA Development”.

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The speaker was Stanislav Maliborskyi, Product Manager at VectorVS, who shared practical experience in interface development and spoke about modern approaches to building SCADA and supervisory control systems.

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In addition to the lecture, a practical workshop was held where the most enthusiastic participants had the opportunity to test their skills. Two students successfully configured a motor frequency converter and controlled it both from a computer and from a smartphone.

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Such meetings provide an excellent opportunity for students to see how theoretical knowledge is applied in real engineering solutions and to connect with representatives of the industry.

We thank the VectorVS team for the engaging lecture, valuable practical experience, and inspiration for future engineers!

Published: March 12, 2026
 

Seminar by Schneider Electric

We sincerely thank the company Schneider Electric for organizing an informative and engaging seminar for designers and representatives of higher education institutions.

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The event provided an excellent opportunity to become acquainted with modern solutions in the field of energy and automation, discuss current industry trends, and explore prospects for cooperation between business and universities.

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From the Department of Power Systems Automation, the seminar was attended by the Head of the Department Denys Derevianko and Professor of the Department Oleksandr Yandulskyi.

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We thank Schneider Electric for their openness to cooperation, exchange of experience, and support for the development of engineering education!

Published: March 4, 2026

 

Schneider Electric Seminar

On January 30, 2026, academic staff and students of the Department of Power Systems Automation attended a Schneider Electric seminar.

Schneider Electric Seminar – photo 1

The event provided a valuable opportunity to become familiar with modern approaches to system automation, energy management, and digital solutions in the electric power industry. Practical examples, real-world case studies, and expert explanations made it possible to connect theoretical knowledge with up-to-date engineering solutions currently applied in power systems.

Schneider Electric Seminar – photo 2

We would like to express our special thanks to the speakers for their openness and professionalism.
We look forward to further cooperation and new joint events.

Published: February 8, 2026
 

Educational Process in the Spring Semester

The spring semester of the 2025/2026 academic year will begin on February 02, 2026, with classes conducted in a distance learning format. From March, the educational process will be organized in a blended mode, with certain types of classes held in person in campus classrooms.

The relevant Order has been added to the website.

Published: December 18, 2025
 

Open Day at FEPEA

The Faculty of Electric Power Engineering and Automatics welcomed prospective applicants!

Open Day at FEPEA, December 2025 – photo 1

The Department of Power Systems Automation (PSA) actively joined the event: communicating with visitors, answering questions, and introducing guests to modern electric power engineering and automation.

We sincerely thank everyone who attended!

Open Day at FEPEA, December 2025 – photo 2

We look forward to welcoming new students and future engineers to the FEPEA Faculty and the PSA Department community!

Published: December 14, 2025
 

Ukrainian Designers’ Meeting 2025

The latest Schneider Electric innovations and modern electrotechnical solutions were the focus of the tenth anniversary meeting of Ukrainian designers held at the Schneider Electric Innovation Hub in Kyiv.

Ukrainian Designers’ Meeting 2025

The event brought together representatives of engineering and design bureaus, engineering companies, architectural and construction organizations, as well as leading universities. FEPEA was represented by Acting Head of the Department of Power Systems Automation, Denys Derevyanko.

The seminar program included a detailed overview of electrical installation products, modular and switchboard equipment. Separate sessions were dedicated to Schneider Electric drive technology, proven automation solutions, as well as Machine-series controllers and control panels. In addition, participants were presented with modern robotic systems for industry.

Particular attention was drawn to solutions for designing power supply systems and high-capacity energy storage systems.

Published: December 12, 2025
 

International Scientific and Technical Conference “Modern Problems of Electric Power Engineering and Automation” 2025

On 13 November 2025, the Department of Power Systems Automation held an online meeting of the “Control of Electric Power Systems” section of the International Scientific and Technical Conference of young researchers, doctoral candidates, and students “Modern Problems of Electric Power Engineering and Automation” on the Google Meet platform.

Online conference 13.11.2025

Students of various study levels took part in the conference. Based on the presentations, the departmental selection committee recognised the best student reports: Vladyslav Krit, Leonid Rybas, Yevhenii Bryl.

The department expresses its gratitude to the students and their academic supervisors for participating in the event.

Published: November 19, 2025
 

Department of PSA and LLC “RZA SYSTEMS”: A new stage of cooperation in the field of relay protection and automation

On November 6, a meeting was held between representatives of the Department of Power Systems Automation and one of the leading Ukrainian manufacturers of relay protection and automation devices – «RZA SYSTEMS». The meeting was attended by the technical and commercial directors of RZA SYSTEMS.

The main goal of the negotiations was to obtain new modern relay protection and automation devices from this Ukrainian manufacturer, which has been on the market for a long time and currently has a wide range of relay protection and automation devices. The parties discussed the prospects for cooperation and expressed mutual interest in the further development of partnership relations, which will contribute to the introduction of innovative technologies into the educational process and provide students with up-to-date knowledge and practical skills necessary for working with modern relay protection and automation systems. This cooperation opens up new opportunities for students of the Department of Power Systems Automation and is an important step towards strengthening the connection between education and industry, which will ultimately positively affect the development of Ukraine’s energy sector.

RZA SYSTEMS Equipment 1
RZA SYSTEMS Equipment 2
Published: November 12, 2025
 

Professional Development of the Academic Team

The academic team of the Department of Power Systems Automation has enhanced their qualifications by completing training in the design and 3D modeling of power supply and automation systems using the SEE Electrical Expert platform. The acquired knowledge will help implement modern digital technologies in the educational process and student training.

Professional development by Schneider Electric Ukraine

We sincerely thank Schneider Electric Ukraine for the training, support, and inspiration to keep developing!

Published: October 15, 2025
 

Pre-defense of Dmytro Olefir

Yesterday, the pre-defense of Dmytro Olefir took place at the Department of Power Systems Automation. He presented materials of his PhD dissertation entitled “Optimization of Electricity Production Schedules of Hydroelectric Power Plants under Modern Market Conditions of the Integrated Power System of Ukraine“. The applicant presented the results of his work, which sparked a lively discussion among colleagues. During the open meeting of the department, faculty members and invited guests noted the relevance of the topic, the practical value of the obtained results, and provided useful recommendations for improving the research.

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We congratulate Dmytro Olefir on successfully passing the pre-defense and wish him inspiration, confidence, and a successful dissertation defense before the specialized academic council!

Pre-defense of D.O. Olefir - photo 2

Published: October 9, 2025
 

Training from Schneider Electric

In September 2025, staff members of the Department of Power Systems Automation completed a training course on the implementation and use of the specialized software “SEE Electrical” under the program “SEE Electrical Expert for Universities”. The training was conducted by Schneider Electric Ukraine for leading technical higher education institutions in Ukraine that prepare students in technical specialties.

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The training was conducted at a high engineering and technical level by a Schneider Electric Ukraine employee – Marian Kuzio. The training was organized by representatives of Schneider Electric Ukraine:

  • Kostiantyn Cherevyk (Team Lead of Design Firm Channel Power Products & Power System Divisions Europe Operations Schneider Electric);
  • Pavlo Zakhvatkin (Training Center Manager Europe Operations Schneider Electric).

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The staff members of Kyiv Polytechnic Institute were selected by the faculty and the Department of Power Systems Automation to implement and use SEE Electrical software directly in the educational process for students of the G3 “Electrical Engineering” program.

The following staff members of the Department of Power Systems Automation completed the training and received certificates:

  1. Denys Derevianko – D.Sc., Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Power Systems Automation;
  2. Anatolii Omelchuk – PhD, Associate Professor of the Department of Power Systems Automation;
  3. Oleksandr Tymokhin – PhD, Senior Lecturer of the Department of Power Systems Automation;
  4. Anastasiia Tymokhina – Assistant of the Department of Power Systems Automation;
  5. Volodymyr Hulyi – Assistant of the Department of Power Systems Automation.

After completing the training, the Polish company IGE+XAO GROUP will sign a direct agreement with each higher education institution that participated in the training and will provide 25 licenses of SEE Electrical software.

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For Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute and particularly for the Department of Power Systems Automation, the integration of the modern SEE Electrical software into the educational process for students of the G3 “Electrical Engineering” program is a significant contribution to the practical assurance of the quality of our students’ education!

Published: October 1, 2025
 

Open meeting with alumni

We invite students and staff of the Faculty of Electric Power Engineering and Automatics to an open meeting with alumni of the Department of Power Systems Automation, which will take place on June 3, 2025, at 1600 in room 115-20.

Purpose of the meeting:

  • to introduce students to potential career paths;
  • to discuss requirements for young professionals;
  • to highlight the importance of the courses taught by the department;
  • to enhance motivation for learning and professional development.

Speakers:

  • Yurii Volodymyrovych Ostapiuk
    Deputy Director of the Department — Head of the Investment Policy and Technical Development Division,
    Department for Regulation of Relations in the Energy Sector
  • Eduard Anatoliiovych Kupriienko
    Specialist of the Electric Energy Consumption and Reactive Power Flow Modes Group,
    Department of Electricity Consumption Modes, Balancing Reliability Department, NPC “Ukrenergo”
  • Oleh Hryhorovych Shpolianskyi
    Senior Research Fellow,
    Institute of Electrodynamics, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine

Don’t miss the opportunity to meet leading industry professionals and learn about real career prospects!

Published: May 31, 2025

 

“Engineering Week” at the Faculty of Electric Power Engineering and Automatics

On January 8, 2025, a meeting was held at the Faculty of Electric Power Engineering and Automatics of Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute as part of the “ENGINEERING WEEK” initiative, with active participation from the Department of Power Systems Automation. The topic of the session was: “Operating Modes of Power Systems in the Context of Stabilization Outages”.

The Faculty of Electric Power Engineering and Automatics welcomed talented pre-university students interested in the world of electric power engineering and automation.

Participants had the opportunity to experience the role of future engineers by

  • observing how electricity functions in both household and industrial settings;
  • learning about protection systems’ operations during emergency power outages;
  • understanding the role of automation in restoring normal power supply to consumers;
  • witnessing processes occurring in the grid during electricity shortages;
  • discussing the importance of an integrated power system and modern automation technologies…

…and exploring other interesting questions raised by the attending students.

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Published: January 9, 2025

 

Conference of young scientists, postgraduates and students

On November 15, 2024, on the Google Meet platform, the Department of Power Systems Automation held a meeting of the Section “Electric Power Systems Control” of the International Scientific and Technical Conference of Young Scientists, Postgraduates and Students “Modern Problems of Electrical Power Engineering and Automation”.

Conference 'Electric Power Systems Control'

Students of different training levels took part in the conference. Based on the results of the presentations, the department’s competition committee noted the best reports by students: Andriy Luter, Yevhen Slyusar, Roman Hrushevyi.

The department expresses gratitude to the students and their scientific supervisors for participating in the event.

Published: November 19, 2024

 

Educational process in the autumn semester of the 2024/2025 academic year

According to Order No. NOD/540/24 of July 19, 2024 “On the specifics of organizing the educational process in the autumn semester of the 2024/2025 academic year in a mixed mode”, decisions of the Academic and Administrative Councils of the University, in order to ensure high-quality professional practical training of applicants for higher education: from September 1, 2024, the educational process will begin in a mixed mode with the implementation of face-to-face practical training (certain types of classes, as well as practices) in accordance with the available number of places in shelters.

  • by July 30, 2024 – faculties/NN institutes submit proposals to the educational department regarding the list of educational components for educational programs, for which practical training (certain types of classes, as well as practices) is planned to be carried out in face-to-face mode, in accordance with the available number of places in shelters;
  • by August 9, 2024 – the Academic Department forms a generalized list of educational components, for which certain types of classes are planned to be carried out in face-to-face mode;
  • by August 12, 2024 – publication of the list of educational components, for which certain types of classes will be carried out in face-to-face mode, on the official information resources of the departments (websites, Telegram channels, Facebook pages, etc.), as well as information on the specifics of implementing the educational process in a mixed mode;
  • by August 14, 2024 – approval and publication of the class schedule;
  • by August 16, 2024 – development and publication of the settlement schedule.

Published: July 30, 2024

 

Summer session and elimination of academic debt

According to Order No. NOD/402/24 dated May 22, 2024 “On carrying out semester control, certification and elimination of academic debt in the spring semester 2023/2024” the following key dates for the summer semester control 2023/2024 are established for students of 1-4 bachelor’s courses, 1-2 master’s courses, 1-2 PhD courses:

  • 05/27/2024–06/08/2024 – passing credits and defending courseworks/projects. In the case of semester control in the credit format, the announcement of results and control activities in the disciplines are carried out, as a rule, at the last lesson in the discipline. Grades are displayed in your personal accounts in the Electronic Campus.
  • 06/10/2024-22.06.2024 – examination session.
  • 06/10/2024-22.06.2024 – passing credits and conducting exams for full-time PhDs.
  • 06/24/2024-06/26/2024 – the first attempt to eliminate academic debt based on the results of semester control of the spring semester 2023/2024 for full-time students of 1-3 courses of the first (bachelor’s) level of higher education, 1 course of the second (master’s) level of higher education , 1-2 courses of the third (educational and scientific) level of higher education.
  • 06/27/2024-06/29/2024 – the second attempt to eliminate academic debt for the above categories of students.
  • For part-time students, the liquidation of academic debt occurs within a week after the end of the session on a specific academic course in accordance with the educational process schedule for the 2023/2024 academic year.

Published: May 25, 2024

 

List of educational components for full-time study

A list of educational components has been published for which the Faculty of Electric Power Engineering and Automatics plans to provide practical training (certain types of classes) in full-time mode in the spring semester of the 2023/2024 academic year.

Published: February 1, 2024

 

Educational process in the spring semester

According to Order No. NOD/57/24 dated January 24, 2024 “On the features of organizing the educational process in the spring semester of the 2023/2024 academic year in a mixed mode”:

  • the educational process in the spring semester will begin on February 5, 2024 in a mixed mode with full-time practical training (certain types of classes, pre-diploma and research practice) according to an adjusted generalized list of educational components;
  • pre-diploma practice for applicants of the first (bachelor’s) level and research practice for applicants of the second (master’s) level of higher education will be carried out full-time at basic enterprises, institutions, organizations, structural divisions of the university, subject to compliance with safety conditions;
  • a schedule for settling in dormitories will be developed and communicated to applicants for higher education by January 30, 2024.

Published: January 25, 2024

 

Accreditation of educational programs

In the past year 2023, the Department of Power Systems Automation has successfully passed the accreditation of the educational professional programs “Control, Protection and Automation of Electric Power Systems” in specialty 141 Electric Power Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Electromechanics for the first (bachelor’s) and second (master’s) educational levels. The corresponding accreditation certificates have been added to the website in the “Common information” section.

Published: January 3, 2024