Technical field of study - general syllabi

Here are the general syllabi for subjects within the technical field of study, listed in alphabetical order. An approved general syllabus is a pre-requisite for admission of third-cycle students within a particular research subject

Applied Geochemistry

Applied Geochemistry comprises studies into the occurrence and mobility of the chemical elements in the environment, with a particular focus on methods to prevent or reduce the environmental impact of mining.

• Applied Geochemistry (.pdf) pdf, 249.9 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Applied Geochemistry (.pdf) pdf, 234.8 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2020-10-22

Applied Geophysics

Applied Geophysics includes studies of how the laws and methods of physics can be used to understand the properties of bedrock and soil deposits. This includes development and applications of methods for exploration and investigation of natural resources such as mineral deposits and water, as well as investigation of environmental and infrastructural related issues.

• Applied Geophysics (.pdf) pdf, 247.5 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2026-01-19

Applied Mathematics

Applied Mathematics includes mathematical analysis, computational mathematics, and probability theory and statistics. The research is mainly related to mathematical problems arising in the interfaces between mathematics and engineering sciences.

• Applied Mathematics (.pdf) pdf, 234.9 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Applied Mathematics (.pdf) pdf, 461.1 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2021-02-23

Applied Physics

The subject comprises physics with an emphasis on calculations and simulations that are closely and widely related to applications and applied research.

• Applied Physics (.pdf) pdf, 250.2 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28
• Applied Physics (.pdf) pdf, 97.2 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2023-10-25
• Applied Physics (.pdf) pdf, 88 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2013-06-18

Architecture

Architecture comprises building design, urban and traffic planning, where aesthetics is joined with functional, technical, practical and economic dimensions in relation to people, sustainability, landscape, and the built environment

• Architecture (.pdf) pdf, 243.1 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Architecture (.pdf) pdf, 205 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2022-02-22

Atmospheric Science

Atmospheric Science deals with research on the atmosphere of Earth and other planets by modelling along with development and use of instruments for remote sensing and in situ observations. Special focus is on the atmosphere's dynamical, chemical, and physical processes, as well as better weather and climate predictions.

• Atmospheric Science (.pdf) pdf, 251.2 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Atmospheric Science (.pdf) pdf, 226 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2021-12-20

Automatic Control

Automatic Control comprises the analysis and synthesis of models and model-based algorithms for control, estimation, and monitoring of complex dynamic systems.

• Automatic Control (.pdf) pdf, 250.2 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Automatic Control (.pdf) pdf, 217 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2022-02-22

Biochemical Process Engineering

Biochemical Process Engineering focuses on the development of biochemical processes for the production and refinement of chemicals, fuels and material from biomass.

• Biochemical Process Engineering (.pdf) pdf, 246.1 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Biochemical Process Engineering (.pdf) pdf, 208.2 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2023-02-01

Building Materials

Building Materials includes sustainable building materials and their application technologies, recycling and reuse, and applied building physics, especially focusing on the arctic conditions.

• Building Materials (.pdf) pdf, 282.9 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Building Materials (.pdf) pdf, 275.3 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2019-10-11

Chemical Technology

Chemical Technology encompasses the design and analysis of industrial chemical processes and products through experimental and theoretical studies. Of particular importance is the development of materials for chemical engineering applications.

• Chemical Technology (.pdf) pdf, 247.1 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Chemical Technology (.pdf) pdf, 215.6 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2023-05-23

Chemistry of Interfaces

Chemistry of Interfaces deals with both experimental and theoretical aspects of the heterogeneous processes that occur at interfaces between liquid, solid and gas phases, as well as with the development of novel surface-sensitive analytical techniques for studying these processes at the molecular level.

• Chemistry of Interfaces (.pdf) pdf, 271.2 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Chemistry of Interfaces (.pdf) pdf, 89.3 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2007-10-30

Computer Science

Computer Science includes research on algorithms, data structures, computing models and software engineering for the development of resource-efficient, distributed and intelligent system with applications towards future digital architectures. The research subject also has a dedicated responsibility for didactic development in computer science.

Construction Management and Building Technology

Construction Management and Building Technology comprises research on management and development of construction-related projects, businesses and operations, as well as research on development of methods, technologies and their applications for a sustainable built environment. The subject particularly includes research relating to digitalization and industrial
processes.

• Construction Management and Building Technology pdf, 251.7 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2025-03-27

Cyber-Physical Systems

Cyber-Physical Systems encompass integrated software, electronics hardware, and application architecture within connected devices and distributed systems. The research aims to create secure, autonomous and developable solutions that interact with each other and their surroundings, from the edge to the cloud.

• Cyber-Physical Systems (.pdf) pdf, 250.3 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Cyber-Physical Systems (.pdf) pdf, 233.7 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2020-09-24

Cyber Security

Cyber security focuses on technical security aspects as well as protection of systems that are connected to the Internet and include protection of software, data, and hardware.

• Cyber Security (.pdf) pdf, 255.8 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Cyber Security (.pdf) pdf, 2.6 MB.
  General syllabus adopted 2023-12-19

Design

Design encompasses scientific and artistic approaches to the sustainable design of technology, communication, services, environments and systems based on the challenges and opportunities of the individual and society.

• Design (.pdf) pdf, 121.8 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Design (.pdf) pdf, 84 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2022-04-20

Electric Power Engineering

Electric Power Engineering covers studies of sustainable systems for production and transportation of electrical energy, and the interaction between power grid, electricity production, and electricity consumption.

• Electric Power Engineering (.pdf) pdf, 136.1 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Electric Power Engineering (.pdf) pdf, 173.3 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-08-20, revised 2024-09-24

• Electric Power Engineering (.pdf) pdf, 90.3 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2012-10-30

Electronic Systems

Electronics Systems include electronics design, measurement technology and electromagnetic compatibility for control, monitoring and instrumentation of technical processes and systems, with close connection to applications and applied research.

• Electronic Systems (.pdf) pdf, 250.9 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Electronic Systems (.pdf) pdf, 254 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2022-01-13

Energy Engineering

Energy Engineering concerns the development of technologies and processes in order to build a sustainable energy supply. The research focuses on bioenergy technologies and energy-efficiency in industry and society.

• Energy Engineering (.pdf) pdf, 138.3 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Energy Engineering (.pdf) pdf, 153.6 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2022-08-17
  
• Energy Engineering (.pdf) pdf, 86 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2007-09-10

Engineering Materials

Engineering materials includes the field of material composition, structure, properties and production of materials – mainly metallic and ceramic – as well as application aspects.

• Engineering Materials (.pdf) pdf, 255.3 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Engineering Materials (.pdf) pdf, 135 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2022-08-17
• Engineering Materials (.pdf) pdf, 80.7 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2014-09-24

Experimental Mechanics

Experimental Mechanics concerns the development of experimental methods in order to study phenomena in mechanics.

• Experimental Mechanics (.pdf) pdf, 119.2 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Experimental Mechanics (.pdf) pdf, 132.1 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2022-08-17
  
• Experimental Mechanics (.pdf) pdf, 85.4 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2007-09-10

Experimental Physics

The subject comprises experimental physics with an emphasis on material science research on micro and nano length scales, and that are closely and widely related to applications and applied research.

• Experimental Physics (.pdf) pdf, 126 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Experimental Physics (.pdf) pdf, 112.6 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-01-29

• Experimental Physics (.pdf) pdf, 227 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2017-06-22
  
• Experimental Physics (.pdf) pdf, 88.4 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2015-03-19

Fire Technology

Fire Technology includes research on engineering relevant to fires and explosions, as well as related research on risk management and societal safety.

Fluid Mechanics

Fluid Mechanics comprises the study of flow in porous media, multiphase flow and rheology, linked to industrial production, fluid flow optimisation and design of energy technology applications and magneto hydrodynamics.

• Fluid Mechanics (.pdf) pdf, 263.4 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Fluid Mechanics (.pdf) pdf, 106.9 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2022-12-20
• Fluid Mechanics (.pdf) pdf, 87.8 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2007-09-10

Human Work Science

Human Work Science includes research on work environment, technology and production systems, work organization, and/or other social processes from humans’ conditions and needs in order to create safe and attractive work and socially sustainable development in working life, industry and society.

The research and third-cycle subject Human Work Science (Ladok code ETSARBET) replaces from 2017-08-01 the previous third-cycle subject Human Work Science (Ladok code ARARBVET), dnr LTU-2036-2017, re-decision 158-2017.

• Human Work Science (.pdf) pdf, 139.6 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Human Work Science (.pdf) pdf, 441.1 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2021-05-20
• Human Work Science (.pdf) pdf, 103.2 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2017-12-12
• Human Work Science (discontinued) (.pdf pdf, 121.9 kB.)
  General syllabus adopted 2007-06-21

Machine Design

Machine Design encompasses, for engineering systems, simulation-driven product development, modelling and simulation, product development methodology and product information management. Models, methods, processes and tools for developing products are important for the research subject.

• Machine Design (.pdf) pdf, 248.4 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Machine Design (.pdf) pdf, 465.9 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2020-12-08

Machine Elements

Machine Elements comprises the analysis and optimisation of machine components and component systems in order to enhance performance, longevity, energy-efficiency, reliability and sustainability. Particular emphasis is placed on issues in the field of tribology.

• Machine Elements (.pdf) pdf, 133.3 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Machine Elements (.pdf) pdf, 143.2 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2022-08-17
• Machine Elements (.pdf) pdf, 92.9 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2019-03-28
• Machine Elements (.pdf) pdf, 88.9 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2007-09-10

Machine Learning

Machine Learning focuses on computational methods by which computer systems uses data to improve their own performance, understanding, and to make accurate predictions and has a close connection to applications.

• Machine Learning (.pdf) pdf, 212.8 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Machine Learning (.pdf) pdf, 2.6 MB.
  General syllabus adopted 2023-12-19

Manufacturing Systems Engineering

Manufacturing Systems Engineering is concerned with the individual processes and techniques involved in the manufacture of entire systems for industrial production, as well as their design. An important area is laser materials processing.

• Manufacturing Systems Engineering (.pdf) pdf, 239.2 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Manufacturing Systems Engineering (.pdf) pdf, 150.6 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2022-08-17
• Manufacturing Systems Engineering (.pdf) pdf, 89.8 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2013-03-28
• Manufacturing Systems Engineering.(pdf) pdf, 88.9 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2007-09-10

Mineral Processing

Mineral Processing deals with the unit operations and processes for treating particulate solids, primarily metal ores, industrial minerals and solid fuels, but also residues and recyclable waste material as well as products from the processing industry.

• Mineral Processing (.pdf) pdf, 253.9 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Mineral Processing (.pdf) pdf, 212.1 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2021-12-20

Mining and Rock Engineering

Mining and Rock Engineering comprises mining technology, rock engineering and rock mechanics, including rock mass properties, design of rock excavations and tunnelling as well as planning and production processes related to both mining and civil engineering.

• Mining and Rock Engineering (.pdf) pdf, 253 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Mining and Rock Engineering (.pdf) pdf, 180.1 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2023-01-31

Operations and Maintenance Engineering

Operation and Maintenance Engineering deals with the development of technologies to ensure high system dependability, effective maintenance processes, and life cycle management of engineering assets.

• Operation and Maintenance Engineering. (pdf) pdf, 88.1 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2013-05-17
• Operation and Maintenance Engineering (.pdf) pdf, 77.9 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2007-09-10

Ore Geology

Ore Geology includes the use, setting and mode of formation of naturally occurring economic concentrations of metallic raw materials. The research aims at describing the geological conditions that lead to economic concentrations of minerals, as well as how these minerals can be used for a sustainable societal development

• Ore Geology (.pdf) pdf, 249.2 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Ore Geology (.pdf) pdf, 2.8 MB.
  General syllabus adopted 2023-12-19

Pervasive and Mobile Computing

Pervasive and Mobile Computing address distributed systems and mobile networks which enable mobility, ubiquity, security and interactivity of computers, data, software and users.

• Pervasive and Mobile Computing (.pdf) pdf, 247 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Pervasive and Mobile Computing (.pdf) pdf, 2.6 MB.
  General syllabus adopted 2023-06-20

Polymeric Composite Materials

Polymeric Composite Materials is a research area comprising the study of processes and mechanisms that influence the performance and properties of fiber reinforced composites, as well as the know-how regarding their manufacturing techniques.

• Polymeric Composite Materials (.pdf) pdf, 196.6 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Polymeric Composite Materials (.pdf) pdf, 118.2 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2023-08-29

Process Metallurgy

Process Metallurgy deals with the sustainable extraction of metals from primary and secondary raw materials using both pyrometallurgical and hydrometallurgical processes.

• Process Metallurgy (.pdf) pdf, 253 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Process Metallurgy (.pdf) pdf, 217.3 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2022-01-13

Product Innovation

Product Innovation comprises theories and methods for needs- and knowledge-driven development processes where products and services are linked.

• Product Innovation (.pdf) pdf, 220 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Product Innovation (.pdf) pdf, 449.5 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2021-08-17
• Product Innovation (.pdf) pdf, 86.9 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2013-06-18

Quality Technology and Logistics

Quality Technology and Logistics includes principles, working methods, and tools for customer and sustainability-oriented product and process improvement as well as refining, processing, and management of flows. The subject has an industrial base with applications in goods and service production.

• Quality Technology and Logistics (.pdf) pdf, 125.9 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Quality Technology and Logistics (.pdf) pdf, 507.5 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2021-08-17
• Quality Technology and Logistics (.pdf) pdf, 267.1 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2019-04-11
  

Robotics and Artificial Intelligence

• Robotics and Artificial Intelligence aim to develop novel robotic systems that are characterised by advanced autonomy for improving the ability of robots to interact with the surrounding environment and humans during the execution of specific tasks.
  
• Robotics ans Artificial Intelligence (.pdf) pdf, 254.6 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28
  
  Robotics and Artificial Intelligence (.pdf) pdf, 166.5 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2020-09-24

Signal Processing

The subject includes signal processing with emphasis on development and optimization of algorithms for processing single and multi-dimensional signals that are closely related to applications and applied research.

• Signal Processing (.pdf) pdf, 249.5 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Signal Processing (.pdf) pdf, 240.1 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2021-12-20

Soil Mechanics

Soil Mechanics comprises soil material behaviour and foundation engineering, with application to civil engineering, energy and mining.

• Soil Mechanics (.pdf) pdf, 249.7 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Soil Mechanics (.pdf) pdf, 217.2 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2022-04-05

Solid Mechanics

Solid Mechanics comprises the development of analytical, experimental and numerical methods in engineering mechanics. Important research areas include the modelling and simulation of production processes as well as the analysis of the function of products with a particular focus on the development of models for both solid and granular material behaviour and their interaction.

The research subject Solid Mechanics (Ladok code TVMHÅFAL) replaces from 2020-01-01 the previous research subject Solid Mechanics (Ladok code MTHÅLLFA), LTU-4096-2019.

• Solid Mechanics (.pdf) pdf, 249.7 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Solid Mechanics (.pdf) pdf, 456 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2020-11-10
• Solid Mechanics (.pdf) pdf, 65.1 kB. (subject discontinued 2020-01-01)
  General syllabus adopted 2007-09-10

Space Systems

Space Systems includes systems for control, instrumentation and communication in the upper atmosphere and in space. Of particular importance are reliable, radiation resistant low-power electronic systems and miniaturization of these.

• Space Systems (.pdf) pdf, 253.8 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Space Systems (.pdf) pdf, 218.7 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2023-01-17

Structural Engineering

Structural Engineering includes loads, design, sustainability, load carrying capacity, repair and strengthening, of buildings and civil engineering structures made of concrete, steel, wood and other materials, separately or in combination, at normal conditions, in cold climate and in fire.

• Structural Engineering (.pdf) pdf, 272.6 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Structural Engineering (.pdf) pdf, 542 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2019-10-11

Urban Water Engineering

Urban Water Engineering encompasses the entire urban water system (storm drains, drinking water supply and waste water) with respect to collection, transport and treatment, as well as organisation and planning. The research aims to encourage a strong economy, clean environment and the wise use of resources, while preserving the public’s health and safety.

• Urban Water Engineering (.pdf) pdf, 252.7 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Urban Water Engineering (.pdf) pdf, 1.9 MB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-02-28
• Urban Water Engineering (.pdf) pdf, 88.3 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2007-09-10

Waste Science and Technology

Waste Science and Technology incorporates all stages of society’s waste management – generation, collection, treatment and disposal of waste, including reuse and recycling. The research is aimed at the development of tools and processes that facilitate sustainable waste management.

• Waste Science and Technology (.pdf) pdf, 258.6 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28

• Waste Science and Technology (.pdf) pdf, 215.6 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2022-03-22

Wood and Bionanocomposites

Wood and Bionanocomposites covers the development of energy-efficient manufacturing processes of eco-friendly composite materials and products based on various biofibers in nano- and micrometer scale.

• Wood and Bionanocomposites (.pdf) pdf, 269.8 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2024-11-28
• Wood and Bionanocomposites (.pdf) pdf, 99.1 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2022-11-22
• Wood and Bionanocomposites (.pdf) pdf, 77.3 kB.
  General syllabus adopted 2007-06-21