Track energy consumption simulation course
About our
Track Energy Consumption Simulation Course
This course focuses on the analysis and optimization of energy consumption in track environments, using simulation tools to model and predict the energy behavior of vehicles and systems. Modeling and simulation techniques are explored to evaluate the impact of factors such as speed, acceleration, vehicle type, and environmental conditions on energy consumption. The course offers a practical approach to developing energy efficiency strategies and applying innovative solutions to reduce fuel consumption in runway operations, with an emphasis on the use of specialized software and the analysis of real-world data.
This course provides knowledge of data analysis, route optimization, and runway energy management, including the study of propulsion systems, aerodynamic efficiency, and energy management in vehicles and equipment. Participants will acquire skills to evaluate energy performance, identify areas for improvement and propose solutions that reduce operating costs and decrease environmental impact, preparing them for roles in the transport and logistics industries.
Track energy consumption simulation course
- Format: Hybrid
- Duration: 3 months
- Hours: 300 H
- Language: English / Spanish
- Registration date: 23-10-2026
- Start date: 12-12-2026
- Available places: 3
750 $
Competencies and results
What you will learn
1. Energy Simulation: Runway Design and Optimization
- Modeling and simulation of energy systems on runways.
- Optimization of runway design for energy efficiency.
- Application of simulation tools for energy analysis.
- Evaluation of the energy performance of different runway designs.
- Identification of areas for improvement in energy consumption.
- Integration of renewable energy sources into runway design.
- Analysis of the economic viability of energy solutions.
- Study of regulations and standards related to energy on runways.
- Development of strategies for emissions reduction and sustainability.
- Implementation of energy management systems on runways.
2. Energy Assessment: Airports and Operational Efficiency
- Understand the fundamental principles of energy assessment applied to airports.
- Identify and analyze the main energy-consuming components in an airport.
- Evaluate the energy efficiency of airport operations, including lighting, air conditioning, transportation systems, and others.
- Apply methodologies and tools for conducting energy audits in airports.
- Identify opportunities for improvement in energy efficiency and cost reduction.
- Analyze the environmental impact of airport operations and strategies for reducing the carbon footprint.
- Study the use of renewable energies in airports, such as solar and wind power.
- Evaluate the performance of energy management systems and their implementation in airports.
- Understand the regulations and standards related to energy efficiency in the airport sector.
- Develop a plan action plan for improving energy efficiency at a specific airport.
3. Comprehensive user-oriented design and validation (from modeling to manufacturing)
You will learn to integrate the entire product development process, from initial model conception to final validation, applying user-centered methodologies. You will develop skills in parametric design, ergonomics, simulation, sustainable materials, 3D visualization, and manufacturing management, ensuring efficient, safe solutions that meet current industry standards.
4. Energy Simulation: Performance and Efficiency on Tracks
4. Energy Simulation: Runway Performance and Efficiency
Evaluate and optimize energy flow on runways, including energy resource management and loss minimization.
Use advanced simulation software to model runway energy performance, considering factors such as rolling resistance, aerodynamics, and weather conditions.
Analyze the impact of different runway designs and materials on energy efficiency, identifying best practices for optimization.
Study the integration of renewable energy systems on runways, such as solar panels and kinetic energy harvesting systems.
Interpret and apply energy simulation results to inform decision-making in runway design, construction, and maintenance, with a focus on sustainability.
5. Energy Simulation: Consumption and Design of Air Runways
- Understand the principles of energy simulation applied to runway design.
- Evaluate the energy consumption of runways under different operating conditions.
- Identify the factors that influence runway energy consumption.
- Use simulation tools to analyze the energy performance of runways.
- Design energy-efficient runways, considering lighting, control systems, and other components.
- Optimize runway design to reduce energy consumption and minimize environmental impact.
- Analyze the economic feasibility of energy design solutions.
- Apply international regulations and standards related to runway energy efficiency.
- Develop skills for informed decision-making in the design and management of sustainable runways.
6. Energy Simulation: Consumption and Optimization in Air Runways
6. Energy Simulation: Consumption and Optimization in Airfields
Understand and apply the principles of energy simulation in the context of airfields.
Evaluate the energy consumption of different systems and operations within an airfield.
Identify and analyze the factors that influence energy consumption, such as lighting, climate control, and vehicles.
Use simulation tools to model and predict energy consumption in different scenarios.
Optimize the design and operation of airfields to reduce energy consumption and minimize environmental impact.
Analyze and compare different optimization strategies, including the use of renewable energy and efficient technologies.
Evaluate the economic viability and sustainability of proposed energy optimization solutions.
Interpret the simulation results and present recommendations for improving energy performance.
Understand the relevant regulations. and regulations related to energy efficiency in airports and runways.
Who this program is for:
Track energy consumption simulation course
- Aimed at graduates in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Automation, or related fields.
- Ideal for professionals in OEM rotorcraft/eVTOL, MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations), specialized consulting, and technology centers.
- Perfect for experts in Flight Testing, aeronautical certification, avionics, control systems, and flight dynamics who wish to deepen their knowledge.
- Aimed at regulators/authorities and professionals involved in the development of UAM (Urban Air) Mobility/eVTOL who seek to strengthen their compliance and safety skills.
Recommended Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of aerodynamics, control systems, and aircraft structures is recommended. A B2+/C1 level of Spanish/English proficiency is preferred. We offer bridging tracks to address any gaps and ensure optimal course comprehension.
- Standards-driven curriculum: you will work with CS-27/CS-29, DO-160, DO-178C/DO-254, ARP4754A/ARP4761, ADS-33E-PRF from the first module.
- Accreditable laboratories (EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
- Evidence-oriented TFM: safety case, test plan, compliance dossierand operational limits.
- Mentored by industry: teachers with experience in rotorcraft, tiltrotor, eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
- Flexible modality (hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
- Ethics and security: safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
Module 1 — Energy Runway Design and Optimization
1.1 Fundamentals of Energy Simulation Applied to Runways
1.2 Modeling Energy Systems in Air Runways
1.3 Energy Design Parameters for Runways
1.4 Energy Simulation Tools: Introduction and Selection
1.5 Optimization of Runway Energy Design
1.6 Case Studies: Energy Analysis of Existing Runways
1.7 Impact of Lighting and Signage on Energy Consumption
1.8 Simulation of Operational Scenarios and Their Energy Impact
1.9 Cost-Benefit Analysis of Runway Energy Improvements
1.10 Designing Energy-Efficient Runways: Best Practices
2. Runway Design and Optimization: Energy Simulation
3. Energy Consumption Assessment: Airports and Operational Efficiency
4. Energy Savings Analysis: Runways and Optimization
5. Performance and Efficiency: Runway Energy Simulation
6. Design and Energy Consumption: Runway Energy Simulation
7. Optimization and Energy Consumption: Runway Energy Simulation
8. Efficiency and Optimization: Runway Energy Simulation
9. Energy Consumption Analysis: Runways and Energy Simulation
3.3 Introduction to Energy Simulation in Runway Design
3.2 Load and Energy Demand Modeling
3.3 Software and Simulation Tool Selection
3.4 Runway Design: Geometric Aspects and Orientation
3.5 Climatic Variables and Their Energy Impact
3.6 Lighting and Electrical Systems Analysis
3.7 Drainage System Design and Their Influence
3.8 Material Evaluation and Energy Efficiency
3.9 Design Optimization for Energy Savings
3.30 Case Studies: Efficient Runway Design
4.4 Fundamentals of Energy Simulation in Runway Design
4.2 Energy System Modeling: Tools and Methodologies
4.3 Key Parameters in Runway Energy Design
4.4 Energy Design: Runway Lighting and Systems
4.5 Energy Design: Control and Automation Systems
4.6 Energy Simulation: Impact of Materials and Construction
4.7 Energy Simulation: Climatic Factors and Their Influence
4.8 Energy Design: Load and Demand Analysis
4.9 Results Analysis: Interpretation and Optimization
4.40 Case Studies: Runway Design and Energy Simulation
5.5 Introduction to Runway Energy Simulation
5.5 Runway Energy Design: Fundamentals
5.3 Modeling Runway Energy Consumption
5.4 Key Variables in Energy Simulation
5.5 Optimizing Runway Design for Energy Efficiency
5.6 Data Analysis and Simulation Results
5.7 Implementing Energy Saving Strategies
5.8 Simulation Software and Tools
5.9 Case Studies: Practical Examples
5.50 The Future of Energy Simulation in Aviation
6.6 Energy Modeling: Fundamentals and Methodology
6.2 Energy Design: Key Variables and Parameters
6.3 Energy Simulation: Tools and Specialized Software
6.4 Consumption Analysis: Factors Influencing Runways
6.5 Energy Optimization: Strategies for Efficiency
6.6 Performance Evaluation: Key Performance Indicators
6.7 Scenario Simulation: Impact of Different Designs
6.8 Case Studies: Analysis of Existing Runways
6.9 Runway Design: Considerations for Sustainability
6.60 Future of Simulation: Trends and Emerging Technologies
- Hands-on methodology: test-before-you-trust, design reviews, failure analysis, compliance evidence.
- Software (depending on licenses/partners): MATLAB/Simulink, Python (NumPy/SciPy), OpenVSP, SU2/OpenFOAM, Nastran/Abaqus, AMESim/Modelica, acoustics tools, planning toolchains DO-178C.
- SEIUM Laboratories: scale rotor bench, vibrations/acoustics, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL for AFCS, data acquisition with strain gauging.
- Standards and compliance: EN 9100, 17025, ISO 27001, GDPR.
Capstone-type projects
Admissions, fees, and scholarships
- Profile: Background in Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related fields; practical experience in NLP and valued information retrieval systems.
- Documentation: Updated CV, academic transcript, SOP/statement of purpose, project examples or code (optional).
- Process: Application → Technical evaluation of profile and experience → Technical interview → Review of case studies → Final decision → Enrollment.
- Fees:
- Single payment: 10% discount.
- Payment in 3 installments: No fees; 30% upon registration + 2 equal monthly payments of the remaining 35%.
Monthly payment: available with a 7% commission on the total; annual review.
Scholarships: based on academic merit, financial need, and promoting inclusion; agreements with companies in the sector for partial or full scholarships.
See “Calendar & Calls for Applications,” “Scholarships & Grants,” and “Fees & Financing” in the SEIUM mega-menu.
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F. A. Q
Frequently asked questions
Yes, we have international certification
Yes: experimental models, real data, applied simulations, professional environments, real case studies.
It is not mandatory. We offer leveling tracks and tutoring.
Completely. It covers e-propulsion, integration, and emerging regulations (SC-VTOL).
Recommended. There are also internal challenges and consortiums.
Yes. Online/hybrid modality with planned labs and visa support (see “Visa & Residence”).