Automotive Electronic Control Systems (AECS)

Automotive Electronic Control Systems (AECS)

Faculty of Electronics, Telecommunications and Information Technologies

Overview

The objective of the Automotive Electronic Control Systems Master’s degree program is to prepare the new generation of engineers, able to respond quickly and efficiently to the new challenges from the automotive industry.

The program is intended for Bachelor graduates from Electronics and Telecommunications but graduates from related areas such as electrical engineering, automatics, or mechatronics are also welcome.

Why study AECS at TUIASI

Electronics Principles for Automotive Applications
Acquire a deep understanding of electronics principles for automotive applications alongside proficiency in programming and software development for embedded automotive systems.
Automotive Cybersecurity Expertise
Acquire specialized expertise in automotive cybersecurity to effectively secure connected vehicles.
Efficient System Design
Master the capability to utilize modeling tools such as MATLAB for the efficient design of automotive systems.
Application of Machine Learning Techniques
Gain competence in applying machine learning techniques to enhance and optimize automotive systems.
Teamwork and Leadership Skills
Develop strong teamwork and leadership skills through active participation in collaborative projects.
Knowledge of Safety Standards
Acquire knowledge of crucial safety standards like ISO 26262 and ensure compliance with EMC/EMI requirements.
Research and Innovation
Establish a track record of engagement in research and contribute to fostering innovation within the automotive electronics domain.
Lifelong Learning and Adaptability Mindset
Cultivate a mindset oriented towards lifelong learning and adaptability, ensuring graduates stay current in the rapidly evolving field of automotive electronics.

Study Experience

Throughout the program, you’ll engage in practical, real-world projects and research, collaborating with experts in the field. Our program encompasses a diverse range of disciplines essential for shaping the future of transportation:

  • Vehicle Electronics Systems:

Delve into the architecture of modern vehicles, exploring sensors, drivers, instrumentation, and diagnostics. Learn to design and optimize electronic systems for automotive applications.

  • Embedded Signaling, Communication, and Networking

Master communication protocols like CAN, LIN, and Ethernet, are crucial for today’s interconnected vehicles. Develop the ability to create robust communication systems.

  • Programming Embedded Systems

Acquire hands-on programming expertise in microcontroller architectures, laying the foundation for building sophisticated automotive software.

  • Cybersecurity for Automotive Systems

Understand the critical cybersecurity aspects of connected vehicles, ensuring the safety and security of automotive electronics.

  • Signal Processing and Machine Learning:

Explore signal processing techniques and machine learning models, enabling you to enhance driver safety, vehicle control, and automation.

  • Advanced Programming for Autonomous Driving

Learn advanced programming for autonomous driving systems, preparing you to tackle the challenges of self-driving vehicles.

  • Electromagnetic Compatibility and Functional Safety

Gain insights into designing systems compliant with EMC and EMI standards while ensuring functional safety according to ISO 26262.

The proposed program targets the following objectives:

Provide students with a comprehensive grasp of advanced electronics principles tailored for the automotive industry.
Fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills crucial for addressing complex challenges in design, integration, and troubleshooting.
Specialize students in areas like vehicle electrification, autonomous driving, embedded systems, sensor technologies, and automotive communication protocols, encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration with professionals from various fields.
Emphasize safety and reliability in automotive electronics, considering stringent industry requirements.
Prepare graduates to meet evolving industry demands, including emerging technologies, sustainability, and regulatory compliance, while instilling a commitment to ethical and professional behavior.
Equip students with the skills and motivation for lifelong learning, ensuring adaptability to the rapidly changing landscape of automotive electronics technologies throughout their careers.

Our students study key disciplines associated with applied electronics in the automotive industry and our curricula were built in close collaboration with key partners from the Automotive industry and reflect the current industry demand in terms of graduate competencies.

What can you do with this degree?

As a graduate, you will have gained competencies that will allow you to occupy a large choice of engineering positions in the automotive industry, where you will be in charge of designing new leading automotive technologies, working with project managers on their production efforts in order to make sure projects are completed satisfactorily, within budget, and on time.

Graduates will be well-equipped to drive innovation in the automotive industry, shaping the future of transportation with cutting-edge electronics solutions.

Our postgraduate students are highly sought after for a wide range of roles by employers especially in the automotive sector, but also in more traditional engineering sectors.

 

About the Faculty of Electronics, Telecommunications and Information Technologies

The Faculty of Electronics, Telecommunications, and Information Technology, an integral part of the “Gheorghe Asachi” Technical University in Iasi, is dedicated to educating students at the three study levels (undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral) and promoting science and technology, by disseminating, generating and preserving the most advanced knowledge in the fields of electronics and telecommunications, as well as in the interdisciplinary fields in which electronics and telecommunications play a significant role, at the top European and international level.

In order to fulfill its educational mission, our faculty combines rigorous study with the motivation of invention and discovery, as well as with a professionally creative and ethically and civically correct attitude.

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