Master 2 - Semestre 2

Module C1
TP516 : Cyber defense

Module D1
SM532: Land vehicle technology
SM533: Fire control

Module D2
EP543: Aircraft propulsion
SM544: Performance and stability of rotary wing aircraft

Module D3
SM552: Naval ship technology
EP553: Ship propulsion

RS561: Master thesis POL

TP516: Cyber defense

Module C1
 

Course holder:
Professor Dr. Ir Wim MEES (3 ECTS)
Other teachers:
Captain-Commandant Dr. Ir Thibault DEBATTY (3 ECTS)
ECTS: 6
Contact hours:
Class: 40 Hr; practice: 20 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 20.0
Weight factor for the exam: 40.0
Exam type: oral

Content (TP516 - Cyber defense)

The cours "Cyber defence" covers all aspects of designing and managing cyber secure architectures.

We start with an analysis of what needs to be protected and assess the cyber risks our information systems are exposed to.

Next we look at how solutions are designed, starting from high level security policies that aim at protecting confidentiality, integrity, or other specific business requirements, all the way down to the technical security controls that allow us to build secure systems and networks.

Next we look at cyber security governance, cyber resilience as well how to train for cyber operations.

Learning outcomes (TP516 - Cyber defense)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Engineering and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, and/or make decisions in the field of Engineering and Military Sciences
• Acting autonomously: shaping and regulating his/her own learning process in function of his/her results
• Acting autonomously: gathering and interpreting relevant information from the different disciplines to devise a sound judgement, solve a complex problem, and/or decide
• Acting autonomously: practicing an attitude of lifelong learning

Goals (TP516 - Cyber defense)

• At the end of the course the students will be able to assess cyber risks for an information system, and identify the required controls both the higher policy level and at the lower technical level
• They will be able to manage the security aspects of a software supply chain, whether it is through software acquisition or through internal development
• Finally they will be able to design a cyber training program and evaluate the cyber performance of individuals or of a group

Prerequisites (TP516 - Cyber defense)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ma 1 POL (Sem 2) TN423 Networks and security awareness
• Ma 2 POL (Module C1) (Sem 1) TN512 Distributed information systems
• Ma 2 POL (Module C1) (Sem 1) TN513 Information networks

The course TP516 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (TP516 - Cyber defense)

• Hardware (laptop)
• Slides (electronic or printed)
• Articles

We refer to a course book and specify each time which sections in the course book match the lectures

We also provide a number of articles and standards that are discussed in the lectures

References (TP516 - Cyber defense)
A list of additional reference documents to download is provided to the students at the start of the course

Didactic means (TP516 - Cyber defense)

• Teach
• Class conversation
• Open task

SM532: Land vehicle technology

Module D1
 

Course holder:
Major Dr. Ir Kristof HARRI (3 ECTS)
ECTS: 3
Contact hours:
Class: 16 Hr; practice: 14 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 10.0
Weight factor for the exam: 20.0
Exam type: oral
Useful information related to the exam: oral defense of the paper (assignments) made for daily work

Content (SM532 - Land vehicle technology)

• Mobility in a military context
• Start-up devices
  • Friction clutch
  • Start-up devices for automatic gearboxes
• Gearboxes
  • Manual gearbox
  • Automatic gearbox
• Propeller shaft
  • Fundamental characteristics
  • FWD
  • RWD
• Differentials and final drives
  • Open differential
  • LSD
  • Torsen differential
  • Torque vectoring
  • All wheel drive
• Technology of the braking system
  • Types of brakes
  • Braking circuit
  • Regenerative braking
  • Pneumatic braking
• The steering mechanism
  • Jeantaud mechanism
  • Influence of the number of steered axles
• Suspensions
  • Kinematics
  • Different kinds of suspensions
• Chassis structures

Learning outcomes (SM532 - Land vehicle technology)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Engineering and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, and/or make decisions in the field of Engineering and Military Sciences
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating in writing his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating orally his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: gathering information with a critical and evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: elaborating a research question with a critical and evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: formulating a judgement on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: deciding on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach
• Acting autonomously: practicing an attitude of lifelong learning

Goals (SM532 - Land vehicle technology)
At the end of the course, the students are expected to:

• Define and understand the working principle of the different components of a vehicle
• Interpret the influence of the driving line on vehicle mobility
• Question the requirement file for the acquisition of a new vehicle with respect to mobility
• Report and defend the choice of different driveline systems with respect to mobility
• Evaluate, as a manager, the technical problems on vehicles and to give a solution in principal
• Judge and develop operational requirements with respect to vehicle mobility
• Clarify the military vehicle technology on vehicles of the land component

Prerequisites (SM532 - Land vehicle technology)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ma 2 POL (Module D1) (Sem 1) SM531 Land vehicle performance and stability

The course SM532 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (SM532 - Land vehicle technology)

• Slides (electronic or printed)
• Course notes (electronic or printed)
• Articles

Course notes SM532 ´Land vehicle technology´, by K. Harri

Presentations

Specs of different vehicles of the land component
 
References (SM532 - Land vehicle technology)

• Didactic means (SM532 - Land vehicle technology)
• Educational conversation
• Closed task
• Open task

Guided questions & answers sessions

Guided exercises

Open task consisting a discussion on the drive line of a land vehicle (graded written report ---daily work--- and oral presentation with defense ---oral exam---)

SM533: Fire control

Module D1
 

Course holder:
Major Dr. Ir Alexandre PAPY (3 ECTS)
ECTS: 3
Contact hours:
Class: 10 Hr; practice: 22 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 10.0
Weight factor for the exam: 20.0
Exam type: oral
Useful information related to the exam: max 20 students a day

Content (SM533 - Fire control)
Trajectory modeling is applied in order to create practical Fire Control Systems.
After defining general principles, different aspects such as aiming techniques and weaponeering are analyzed for direct and indirect fire applications.
Specific weapon systems requiring dedicated solutions are then studied.

Learning outcomes (SM533 - Fire control)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Engineering and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, and/or make decisions in the field of Engineering and Military Sciences
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating in writing his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating orally his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: formulating a judgement on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach

Goals (SM533 - Fire control)
After finishing this course, the student should have obtained the necessary skills to:

• Give a reasoned vision (orally or/and in written) about the basic working principles of the aiming and laying of unguided weapons for different operational settings
• Demonstrate (orally or/and in written through software development and/or small laboratory demonstration) some of the fire control principles
• Link the contents of this course to the content of the other courses in the field of ballistics

Prerequisites (SM533 - Fire control)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ba 1 POL (Sem 1) CL116 Communication techniques
• Ba 3 POL (Sem 1) ES313 Mathematical modeling and computer simulation
• Ma 1 POL (Sem 2) TP424 Ballistic impact and protection: fundamentals
• Ba 3 POL (Sem 2) WA326 Fundamentals of ballistics
• Ba 2 POL (Sem 2) WS225 Survivability of weapon systems

The course SM533 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (SM533 - Fire control)
Slides (electronic or printed)

References (SM533 - Fire control)

Didactic means (SM533 - Fire control)

• Teach
• Demonstrate
• Educational conversation
• Closed task

EP543: Aircraft propulsion

Module D2
 

Course holder:
Major Dr. Ir Bart JANSSENS (3 ECTS)
Assistants:
Lieutenant Ir Julien LONGIN
ECTS: 3
Contact hours:
Class: 15 Hr; practice: 15 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 10.0
Weight factor for the exam: 20.0
Exam type: oral with a written part or a written preparation
Useful information related to the exam: analyse an engine, present the result

Content (EP543 - Aircraft propulsion)

• Introduction
• Thrust and Efficiency
• The Ramjet
• Turbojet Engines
• Turbofan Engines
• Turboprop and Turboshaft Engines
• Engine Performance
• Subsonic and upersonic inlets
• Exhaust nozzles and afterburners

Learning outcomes (EP543 - Aircraft propulsion)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Engineering and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, and/or make decisions in the field of Engineering and Military Sciences
• Acting autonomously: gathering and interpreting relevant information from the different disciplines to devise a sound judgement, solve a complex problem, and/or decide

Goals (EP543 - Aircraft propulsion)

• Analyze the thermodynamic cycle of aircraft jet engines
• Analyze the aerothermodynamics of inlets and nozzles
• Independently apply the operating principles of jet engines to an existing design, discussing its strengths and weaknesses
• Discuss the matching between an engine and an aircraft

Prerequisites (EP543 - Aircraft propulsion)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ba 3 POL (Sem 1) ES312 Fluid mechanics and energy conversion

The course EP543 is identified as a prerequisite for the following courses:

• Ma 2 POL (Module D2) (Sem 1) SM541 Performance and stability of fixed wing aircraft
• Ma 2 POL (Module D2) (Sem 1) SM542 Air vehicle technology
• Ma 2 POL (Module D2) (Sem 2) SM544 Performance and stability of rotary wing aircraft

Course material (EP543 - Aircraft propulsion)

• Slides (electronic or printed)
• Course notes (electronic or printed)

Notes and Julia solutions to exercises

References (EP543 - Aircraft propulsion)

• Walsh, Philip P., and Paul Fletcher. Gas turbine performance. John Wiley & Sons, 2004
• Cumpsty, Nicholas, and Andrew Heyes. Jet propulsion. Cambridge University Press, 2015

Didactic means (EP543 - Aircraft propulsion)

• Teach
• Demonstrate
• Closed task

SM544: Performance and stability of rotary wing aircraft

Module D2
 

Course holder:
Lieutenant-Colonel Dr. Ir Elmar RECKER (3 ECTS)
ECTS: 3
Contact hours:
Class: 18 Hr; practice: 12 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 10.0
Weight factor for the exam: 20.0
Exam type: written
Useful information related to the exam: mail DEAO a.i. Mon 18/05/2020 07:00

Content (SM544 - Performance and stability of rotary wing aircraft)

• The hovering helicopter
• Factors affecting hover
• The vertical flight
• Momentum theory of forward flight
• The blade element method in forward flight
• Performance estimates
• Performance characteristics
• Rotor flapping characteristics
• Trim and static stability
• Main rotor design considerations
• Airfoils for rotor blades
• Anti-torque systems
• Empennages and wings
• Preliminary design,
• Other configurations
• Helicopter noise
• Helicopter vibration
• Helicopter accidents

Learning outcomes (SM544 - Performance and stability of rotary wing aircraft)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Engineering and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, and/or make decisions in the field of Engineering and Military Sciences
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating in writing his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating orally his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: formulating a judgement on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: deciding on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach
• Acting autonomously: gathering and interpreting relevant information from the different disciplines to devise a sound judgement, solve a complex problem, and/or decide
• Acting autonomously: practicing an attitude of lifelong learning

Goals (SM544 - Performance and stability of rotary wing aircraft)
At the end of the course, students are expected to evaluate a particular design in terms of:

• Performance
• Static Stability

At the end of the course, students are expected to solve problems related to:

• Performance
• Static Stability

Prerequisites (SM544 - Performance and stability of rotary wing aircraft)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ma 2 POL (Module D2) (Sem 2) EP543 Aircraft propulsion
• Ba 1 POL (Sem 1) ES114 Fundamentals of classical mechanics
• Ba 3 POL (Sem 1) ES312 Fluid mechanics and energy conversion

The course SM544 is identified as a prerequisite for the following courses:

• Ma 2 POL (Module D2) (Sem 1) SM542 Air vehicle technology

Course material (SM544 - Performance and stability of rotary wing aircraft)
Course notes (electronic or printed)

References (SM544 - Performance and stability of rotary wing aircraft)

• Prouty R.W., Helicopter performance, stability and control,Krieger Publishing Company Inc., 2002
• Prouty R.W., Helicopter aerodynamics, Volume 1, Eagle eye solutions, 2009
• Prouty R.W., Helicopter aerodynamics, Volume 2, Eagle eye solutions, 2009

Didactic means (SM544 - Performance and stability of rotary wing aircraft)

• Teach
• Demonstrate
• Closed task
• Open task

SM552: Naval ship technology

Module D3
 

Course holder:
Major Dr. Ir Benoît MARINUS (3 ECTS)
Assistants:
Mr. Yoshiyuki NISHIO
ECTS: 3
Contact hours:
Class: 15 Hr; practice: 14 Hr; visit: 8 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 10.0
Weight factor for the exam: 20.0
Exam type: oral

Content (SM552 - Naval ship technology)

• Theory: spiral of a ship´s design
  • Requirements
  • Functionality analysis
  • Types of platforms
  • Displacement
  • Hullform
  • Stability
  • Seakeeping
  • Propulsive power
  • Structure - Beam girder approximation
  • Armament
  • Crew
  • Overall plan
  • Zoning
  • Auxiliaries
  • Regulatory Implications
  • Vulnerability and signatures
• Practice: realization of a preliminary design/sizing project of a group of systems of a ship
• Visit: visiting a shipyard is the embodiment of all topics in this course and allows to gain insight in the complexity of a ship

Learning outcomes (SM552 - Naval ship technology)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Engineering and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, and/or make decisions in the field of Engineering and Military Sciences
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating in writing his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating orally his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: gathering information with a critical and evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: formulating a judgement on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: deciding on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach
• Working with people as an individual or in a group: adapting to individual human behavior and group dynamics
• Acting autonomously: shaping and regulating his/her own learning process in function of his/her results
• Acting autonomously: gathering and interpreting relevant information from the different disciplines to devise a sound judgement, solve a complex problem, and/or decide
• Acting autonomously: practicing an attitude of lifelong learning
• Collaborating in a multidisciplinary environment: collaborating beyond the borders of specific disciplines to reach a common goal

Goals (SM552 - Naval ship technology)
At the end of the course, students are expected to:

• Make the preliminary design/sizing of a subsystem according to ANEP-77
• Evaluate the impact on displacement, stability, and hull girder strength
• Describe the impact on seakeeping, crew, plan, zoning, vulnerability and signatures

Prerequisites (SM552 - Naval ship technology)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ba 3 POL (Sem 2) EP324 Piston engines
• Ma 2 POL (Module C2) (Sem 1) EP522 Turbomachines
• Ba 1 POL (Sem 1) ES114 Fundamentals of classical mechanics
• Ba 1 POL (Sem 2) ES125 Classical mechanics of solid bodies
• Ba 2 POL (Sem 1) ES214 Solid mechanics
• Ba 3 POL (Sem 1) ES312 Fluid mechanics and energy conversion
• Ma 1 POL (Sem 1) SE412 Tactical military sensors
• Ba 3 POL (Sem 2) SM315 System mechanics
• Ma 2 POL (Module C2) (Sem 1) SM525 Ageing of systems
• Ma 2 POL (Module C2) (Sem 1) SM526 Mechanical systems integration
• Ma 2 POL (Module D3) (Sem 1) SM551 Ship stability and performance
• Ma 1 POL (Sem 1) TP413 Cabin environment of military platforms
• Ma 1 POL (Sem 2) TP424 Ballistic impact and protection: fundamentals
• Ma 2 POL (Module C2) (Sem 1) TP523 Effects of explosions on structures
• Ba 1 POL (Sem 1) WS111 Introduction to military systems
• Ba 2 POL (Sem 2) WS225 Survivability of weapon systems

The course SM552 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (SM552 - Naval ship technology)
Course notes (electronic or printed)

Course notes ´Naval Ship Technology & Propulsion´, B. G. Marinus, 2020

References (SM552 - Naval ship technology)
"Practical ship design", D.G. Watson, Elsevier, 1998

Didactic means (SM552 - Naval ship technology)

• Educational conversation
• Open task

Guided questions & answers sessions

Quick assessments (graded)

Open task consisting in a limited design exercise with data collection and analysis (graded written report ---daily work--- and oral presentation with defense ---oral exam---)

EP553: Ship propulsion

Module D3
 

Course holder:
Major Dr. Ir Benoît MARINUS (2 ECTS)
Other teachers:
Professor Dr. Ir Pascal DRUYTS (1 ECTS)
Assistants:
Mr. Yoshiyuki NISHIO
Mr. Ir Luc BONTEMPS
ECTS: 3
Contact hours:
Class: 18 Hr; practice: 10 Hr; visit: 6 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 10.0
Weight factor for the exam: 20.0
Exam type: oral

Content (EP553 - Ship propulsion)

• The Propeller Screw
  • Blade Shape
  • Blade Section Shape
• Theory of Propeller Action
  • Propeller Forces
  • Theory of Propeller Action
  • Screw Operating Conditions
  • Propeller-Hull Interaction
  • Propulsive Efficiency
• Cavitation
• Secondary Forces
• Ducted Propellers
• Hull-Propeller-Engine Matching
  • Propeller design point PD
  • Engine layout diagram, Standard load diagram
  • Limits to continuous operation
  • Recommendation
  • Extended engine load diagram
  • Propeller-Engine matching
• Propulsion System Selection
  • Selection and dimensioning of the source
  • Selection of a transmission
  • Combined types
  • Hybrid types
  • Fixed or controllable pitch propellers
• Induction motors

Learning outcomes (EP553 - Ship propulsion)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Engineering and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, and/or make decisions in the field of Engineering and Military Sciences
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating in writing his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating orally his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: gathering information with a critical and evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: formulating a judgement on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: deciding on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach
• Working with people as an individual or in a group: adapting to individual human behavior and group dynamics
• Acting autonomously: shaping and regulating his/her own learning process in function of his/her results
• Acting autonomously: gathering and interpreting relevant information from the different disciplines to devise a sound judgement, solve a complex problem, and/or decide
• Acting autonomously: practicing an attitude of lifelong learning
• Collaborating in a multidisciplinary environment: collaborating beyond the borders of specific disciplines to reach a common goal

Goals (EP553 - Ship propulsion)
At the end of the course, the student is expected to:

• Elaborate on the constitutive items of the propulsion chain
• Design at a preliminary level a classical and a hybrid propulsion chain
• Implement his/her knowledge and insight in the design task and in his/her report
• Evaluate the existing technologies applicable to ship propulsion
• Understand and use an appropriate mathematical model to characterize the steady state operation of an induction motor
• Taking into account security measures and components limitations, implement an experimental setup and make the measurements needed to characterize an induction machine, study its steady state operation and assess the accuracy of the corresponding mathematical models
• Perform a critical analysis of computational and experimental results

Prerequisites (EP553 - Ship propulsion)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ba 3 POL (Sem 2) EP324 Piston engines
• Ma 1 POL (Sem 1) EP414 Electrical power systems
• Ma 2 POL (Module C2) (Sem 1) EP522 Turbomachines
• Ba 1 POL (Sem 1) ES112 Introduction to mathematics, informatics and programming
• Ba 1 POL (Sem 2) ES124 Electromagnetism
• Ba 2 POL (Sem 1) ES213 Laplace, Fourier, wave phenomena and electrical circuits
• Ba 3 POL (Sem 2) SM315 System mechanics
• Ma 2 POL (Module D3) (Sem 1) SM551 Ship stability and performance

The course EP553 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (EP553 - Ship propulsion)

• Manual (made available)
• Slides (electronic or printed)
• Course notes (electronic or printed)
• Articles

Course notes ´Naval Ship Technology & Propulsion´, B. G. Marinus, 202

Stapersma & Hk Woud (2005) Matching propulsion engine with propulsor, Journal of Marine Engineering & Technology, 4:2, 25-32, DOI: 10.1080/20464177.2005.11020189

An introduction to electrical machines and transformers (Second edition), George McPherson, Robert D.Laramore, ISBN: 978-0-471-63529-1

Slides by P. Druyts

References (EP553 - Ship propulsion)

Didactic means (EP553 - Ship propulsion)

• Teach
• Educational conversation
• Closed task
• Open task

Guided questions & answers sessions

Quick assessments (graded)

Open task consisting in a limited design exercise with data collection and analysis (graded written report ---2/3 of daily work--- and oral presentation with defense ---2/3 of oral exam---)

Induction motors: lectures during which theoretical concepts are presented and students are invited to participate

Induction motors:iIllustration of the theoretical concepts during the practical sessions and laboratories (graded written report ---1/3 of daily work--- and oral presentation with defense ---1/3 of oral exam---)

RS561: Master thesis POL

Course holder:
DEAO
Other teachers:
Thesis supervisor and second reader
ECTS: 24
Evaluation:
Evaluation by thesis supervisor (3 one of which is for the research process), second reader (2) and jury (1)

Content (RS561 - Master thesis POL)
Ref: P-RMA-105

The Master Thesis (MAT) is a written work that is also defended orally and with which the student, under the supervision of a supervisor, demonstrates that he has reached the final objective levels of the curriculum.

The student analyzes responsibly a complex issue and provides it with an original solution and commentary, prepares a written report of this analysis in a clear, well-founded and convincing manner, presents it to a jury and defends it against critical questions.

The subject of the master´s thesis should be chosen within a department of the POL-faculty. The student conducts an independent and creative research that is substantively relevant for the field and for Defense.

Learning outcomes (RS561 - Master thesis POL)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Engineering and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, and/or make decisions in the field of Engineering and Military Sciences
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically
• Working with people as an individual or in a group
• Acting autonomously
• Collaborating in a multidisciplinary environment
• Thinking and acting ethically

Goals (RS561 - Master thesis POL)
With the MAT, the student demonstrates that he / she can:

• Elaborate a research project
• Select independently information, evaluate it critically and assess its relevance for answering the research questions
• Communicate in a scientifically correct language
• Use modern and adapted methods and / or techniques
• Analyze critically the results obtained and their interpretation
• Report and defend the results in a coherent whole
• Respect the deontological rules when conducting the research

Prerequisites (RS561 - Master thesis POL)
In addition, it is desirable that the student has relevant prior knowledge in the domain of the chosen department
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ba 1 POL (Sem 1) CL116 Communication techniques
• Ba 2 POL (Sem 2)ES223 Project on measurement and instrumentation
• Ba 3 POL (Sem 2) ES323 Project on control systems

Course material (RS561 - Master thesis POL)
TBD, in agreement with supervisor

References (RS561 - Master thesis POL)
TBD, in agreement with supervisor

Didactic means (RS561 - Master thesis POL)
Open task