Postgraduate Program in Electrical and Telecommunications Engineering

The general objective is the study of the electromagnetic waves propagation in the radio channel, transmission techniques and signals reception, devices development and antennas for high frequencies in printed technology and data compression algorithms studies, voice signals analysis and synthesis, video and digital images and voice and speaker recognition. Specifically, the behavior of mobile radio propagation in different environments is studied through modeling, characterization and simulation channels, including: coverage, signal statistics and temporal and spectral dispersion. In addition, optimal reception techniques through diversity schemes, MIMO and encoders most appropriate for wireless communications, equalizers and modulation / demodulation techniques using multiport are also studied. In addition, high frequency circuit designs using printed circuit technology are carried out and implemented.

In this line, the factors that affect the quality of service and experience are studied, in addition to the efficient use of communication channels, with emphasis on error control, data communication protocols, new network architectures, control and multimedia networks management. It includes new advances in wireless networks and sensor networks, software-defined networks, security, multimedia systems, smart grids and the Internet of the future. The interest topics are grouped into five themes, namely: Multimedia in Computer Networks; Computer Network Security; Programmability, Virtualization and Next Generation Computer Networks; Challenging Networks; and Internet of Things.

The development and improvement of electrical devices have fundamental importance for electrical power systems evolution and expansion. In this way, this research line is dedicated to the study and machines analysis and electrical devices through the mathematical models development and simulations using numerical methods such as, for example, the finite element method. Small and large machines, special engines, including their electronic drive, and the use of new materials are studied and modeled. The last aproach, addresses the investigation, study and application of superconducting materials in various electrical devices and equipment development, such as transformers, cables, motors / generators, electric energy accumulators (SMES and Flywheel) and short-circuit current limiters.