Degree objectives

Smart grids and home automation, both at the service and residential levels, now play an essential role in the distribution and use of electricity by various types of consumers. These are subject to technological developments and may incorporate various types of equipment, namely systems with real-time electricity grid management capabilities, for the integration of decentralised production (essentially renewable energies), to guarantee energy quality, for the integration of electric vehicles, security systems and technical management. The Higher Professional Technical Course in Smart Grids and Home Automation (CTeSP REID) has a strong practical component, including a work placement at a renowned company in the region, which provides its trainees with the opportunity to develop and exercise skills in the area of smart grids and home automation, so that they can respond to a constantly evolving technological environment.

School

ESTS - Setúbal School of Technology

Study mode

presencial - DayTime

Learning objectives and skills to be developed

The Higher Professional Technical Course in Smart Electrical Networks and Home Automation aims to provide the labour market with technicians specialised in these areas. Its main objective is to train professionals who are qualified to independently, under supervision or as part of a team, plan, dimensioning, execution, maintenance and repair of smart electrical networks and home automation, with a view to optimising installations and complying with quality requirements, standards and safety regulations.

Career opportunities

Collaborate in the development of Electrical Network and Installation projects, namely in the design of electrical circuits, the selection of materials and measurements. Collaborate in the specification of a home automation system. Supervise and plan the implementation stages of electrical network and installation works. Supervise and plan the stages associated with the implementation of a home automation system. Commission, test, or maintain the operation of a home automation system and electrical networks and installations. Apply safety criteria for people and equipment in electrical and/or electronic systems. Carry out technical and commercial activities in the areas of home automation, electrical engineering, and lighting technology.

Course coordinator

Pedro José Ambrósio Lobato

Recognition of prior learning

Recognition of prior learning is carried out in accordance with the Academic Regulations of the Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal.

Admission requirements

Hold secondary education or equivalent, which includes the subject of Mathematics; hold the M23 exams for access to the course; or hold a technological specialisation diploma, a higher vocational technical diploma or a higher education degree.

The information provided does not replace consultation of the Directorate-General for Higher Education (DGES) website and/or the application page.

Qualification requirements

19 course units successfully completed

Legal framework and accreditation

Despacho n.º 9279/2023 de 08 de setembro