Dr. Peter Van Der Wielen

Professor

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Biography

Peter van der Wielen is a part-time professor specializing in Reliability of Grid Components at the Electrical Energy Systems group of Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). His main affiliation is with DNV GL – Energy, where he serves as business director and is responsible for power failure investigations and consulting on power cables. He initiates and coordinates research, trains students on topics related to grid component reliability, and lectures in DNV GL training courses regarding power cables and their lifecycle assessment. His research areas include testing and diagnostics of grid components, remaining life estimations, degradation failure mechanisms, and asset management methodologies. He has authored over 80 scientific publications, contributed as a reviewer, and delivered plenary invited talks at conferences. Van der Wielen’s academic journey began at TU/e, where he completed his MSc in Electrical Engineering in 2000, followed by a PhD in 2005 on monitoring partial discharges in power cables, leading to the development of the 'Smart Cable Guard' system. His innovative contributions to the field have earned him the prestigious Hidde Nijland Award in 2014.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

Eindhoven University of Technology • Eindhoven, Netherlands

Part-time professor in Reliability Grid Components.

Business Director Power Failure Investigations

2017-01-01 — Present

DNV GL • Netherlands

Responsible for power failure investigations and consulting regarding power cables.

Requirements for Eindhoven University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.4
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:65
Reading
Required:65
Writing
Required:65
Speaking
Required:65
Overall
Required:70
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science discipline Specific subject knowledge related to the chosen program (e.g., Calculus, Linear Algebra) Maximum 15 ECTS deficiency for international applicants
Application Checklist
  • Certified copy of Bachelor's degree and transcript
  • Authenticated English/Dutch translation of documents
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Motivation Letter
  • Two letters of reference
  • Summary of Bachelor thesis/dissertation
  • Concise course descriptions of relevant subjects
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of payment of application fee (EUR 100)
Specialization Notes

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