Port infrastructure electrification course
About our
Port Infrastructure Electrification Course
Explore the transition to electrification of seaports, focusing on the implementation of electrical systems to reduce emissions and improve efficiency. The course covers the design, installation, and maintenance of electrical infrastructure, including dock power outlets (OPS), energy management systems, and the use of renewable energy sources. It also covers relevant regulations and the technical challenges associated with port electrification, preparing participants to lead the transformation toward more sustainable and efficient ports.
The program includes the study of port electrical loads, energy storage, and the integration of smart technologies to optimize facility performance and safety. Hands-on experience is encouraged through case studies and simulations, allowing participants to apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios. The course prepares professionals for roles such as port electrical engineers, sustainability consultants, and renewable energy specialists, boosting their career development in the maritime sector.
Port infrastructure electrification 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
299 $
Competencies and results
What you will learn
1. Port Electrification: Design, Installation and Maintenance of Electrical Infrastructure
## What will you learn in the Port Electrification course: Design, Installation, and Maintenance of Electrical Infrastructure?
Through this comprehensive course, you will acquire essential knowledge and skills for the design, installation, and maintenance of electrical infrastructure in port environments. This program will provide you with an in-depth understanding of the specific electrical systems used in ports, preparing you to face the technical and operational challenges of this specialized area.
Here is a detailed summary of the key topics you will master:
1. **Fundamentals of Port Electrification:**
* Understand the importance of electrification in modern ports and its impact on efficiency and sustainability.
* Identify the key components of a port electrical infrastructure: substations, distribution systems, and grounding equipment.
* Analyze the relevant international regulations and standards for the safety and operation of port electrical systems (IEC, IEEE, etc.).
2. **Design of Port Electrical Systems:**
* Perform electrical load calculations for different types of port operations (cranes, lighting, refrigeration systems, etc.).
* Select and size electrical equipment: transformers, circuit breakers, cables, and protective devices.
* Design electrical distribution schemes optimized for energy efficiency and safety.
* Use electrical design and simulation software (such as ETAP, DIgSILENT PowerFactory) to model and analyze systems.
3. **Installation of Electrical Infrastructure:**
* Learn best practices for installing wiring, conduits, and electrical equipment in port environments.
* Understand grounding and surge protection procedures.
* Ensure compliance with safety standards during installation and assembly.
* Supervise and control the execution of electrical installation projects.
4. **Maintenance and Operation of Electrical Systems:**
* Develop a preventive and corrective maintenance program to ensure the reliability and availability of the systems.
* Identify and troubleshoot electrical faults using advanced diagnostic tools (thermography, vibration analysis, etc.).
* Manage the inventory of spare parts and electrical materials.
* Optimize energy consumption and reduce operating costs.
5. **Emerging Technologies and Sustainability:**
* Explore the use of renewable energy in ports (solar panels, wind turbines).
* Analyze the latest trends in port electrification, such as onshore power supply (OPS).
* Evaluate the environmental impact of port operations and solutions to reduce the carbon footprint.
6. **Electrical Safety:**
* Apply electrical safety protocols and personal protective equipment (PPE). * Manage electrical risks and ensure the safety of workers and the port environment.
* Conduct safety inspections and electrical audits.
This course will provide you with a solid foundation of knowledge and practical skills to succeed in the field of port electrification. You will be prepared to design, install, maintain, and operate safe and efficient electrical systems, contributing to the sustainable development of modern ports.
2. Port Electrification: Mastering Energy in Docks and Terminals
2. Port Electrification: Mastering Energy in Docks and Terminals
- Port Electrification Fundamentals: Understanding the existing electrical infrastructure in ports and terminals.
- Electrification Technologies: Exploring different systems, such as shore power supply (OPS) and electric vehicles.
- OPS Design and Implementation: Learning to plan, design, and install efficient and safe OPS systems.
- Port Energy Management: Optimizing energy consumption, reducing costs, and minimizing the carbon footprint.
- Regulations and Standards: Understanding international regulations and standards related to port electrification.
- Electrical Safety: Applying safe practices to prevent accidents and ensure the integrity of installations.
- Integrating Renewable Energy: Exploring the incorporation of renewable energy sources into port electrification.
- Case Studies: Analyzing examples Successful port electrification projects worldwide.
Environmental and economic benefits: Understanding the positive impact of port electrification on the environment and the economy.
Future of port electrification: Anticipating trends and technological developments in this field.
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. Port Electrification: Power and Connectivity in the Maritime Environment
4. Port Electrification: Power and Connectivity in the Maritime Environment
Understand port electrical infrastructure, including substations, distribution systems, and smart grids.
Evaluate the integration of renewable energy sources (solar, wind) into port operations.
Analyze grounding and surge protection systems to ensure electrical safety.
Master the management and optimization of energy consumption, including the use of smart meters and energy management systems (EMS).
Study the relevant standards and regulations for port electrification, such as international and local regulations.
Explore onshore power supply (OPS) and electric vehicle charging technologies in ports.
Design and simulate port electrical circuits using specialized software.
Identify the challenges and opportunities in the transition. towards fully electrified ports.
5. Port Electrification: Building the Power of the Sea, from the Power Plant to the Dock
5. Port Electrification: Harnessing the Power of the Sea, from Power Plant to Dock
Understand port electrification systems and their importance for environmental sustainability and operational efficiency.
Identify the key components of port electrification infrastructure, including substations, distribution systems, and ship connections.
Analyze the energy conversion and storage technologies used in port electrification, such as batteries and energy management systems.
Evaluate the economic and environmental benefits of port electrification, including the reduction of emissions and operating costs.
Apply the relevant regulations and standards for the design, implementation, and operation of port electrification systems.
Study case studies of successful port electrification in different ports around the world.
Develop skills for the conceptual design and planning of electrification projects. Port electrification.
Become familiar with the latest trends and technologies in port electrification, such as the integration of renewable energy and automation.
Manage the risks associated with port electrification, including electrical safety and fault protection.
Understand the role of port electrification in the transition to more sustainable shipping.
6. Port Electrification: Electrification Strategies for the Maritime Future
6. Port Electrification: Electrification Strategies for the Maritime Future
Understand the impact of electrification on emissions reduction and port sustainability.
Identify the different electrification technologies available for ports (e.g., shore power, quayside power supply).
Evaluate the infrastructure required for the implementation of port electrification (e.g., electrical grids, substations).
Analyze the economic costs and benefits of port electrification, including return on investment (ROI).
Develop strategies for the energy transition in ports, considering the integration of renewable energy sources.
Become familiar with the relevant national and international regulations and standards for port electrification.
Study successful port electrification case studies and analyze their lessons learned.
Who this program is for:
Port infrastructure electrification course
- Engineers with a degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications, or related disciplines.
- Professionals from engineering, construction, port operators, and energy companies.
- Technicians and maintenance personnel of port infrastructure who wish to update their knowledge.
- Project managers and technical department heads interested in port electrification.
Recommended requirements: basic knowledge of electricity and experience in the port sector. Language: An intermediate level of English (B1/B2) is recommended for understanding technical documentation.
- 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 — Principles of Port Electrification
1.1 Introduction to Port Electrification: Concepts and Definitions
1.2 Importance of Port Electrification: Benefits and Advantages
1.3 Key Components of Port Electrification: An Overview
1.4 Relevant Regulations and Standards for Port Electrification
1.5 Electrical Safety in Maritime Environments: Fundamentals
1.6 Preliminary Design of Port Electrical Systems: Considerations
1.7 Types of Electrical Loads in Ports: Identification and Analysis
1.8 Selection of Electrical Equipment: Cables, Transformers, Switches
1.9 Environmental Considerations and Sustainability in Electrification
1.10 Case Studies: Success Stories in Port Electrification
2.2 Fundamentals of Port Electrification: International Regulations and Standards.
2.2 Design of Electrical Distribution Systems: Low and Medium Voltage in Port Environments.
2.3 Selection of Electrical Equipment: Transformers, Substations, and Protection Systems.
2.4 Infrastructure Planning: Cable Routing, Conduits, and Grounding Systems.
2.5 Port Electrical Loads: Estimation and Sizing.
2.6 Risk Analysis and Electrical Safety in Ports.
2.7 Design of Efficient Lighting Systems for Docks and Terminals.
2.8 Integration of Renewable Energy Sources: Solar Panels and Wind Power.
2.9 Design and Simulation Software for Port Electrical Systems.
2.20 Technical Documentation: Drawings, Specifications, and Manuals.
3.3 Introduction to Port Electrical Components: Overview
3.2 Transformers and Substations: Design and Operation in Maritime Environments
3.3 Low and Medium Voltage Electrical Distribution Systems in Ports
3.4 Marine Electrical Cables: Selection, Installation, and Maintenance
3.5 Electrical Protection: Protection Devices and Systems in Ports
3.6 Connection and Disconnection Equipment: Switches, Disconnectors, and Circuit Breakers
3.7 Port Lighting Systems: Design, Energy Efficiency, and Maintenance
3.8 Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Systems: Applications in Maritime Terminals
3.9 Electric Motors and Variable Frequency Drives in Port Machinery
3.30 Electrical Instrumentation and Control in the Port Environment
4.4 Design of Port Electrical Systems: Planning and Scope
4.2 Selection of Electrical Equipment: Transformers, Switchboards, and Wiring
4.3 Design of Electrical Protection: Circuit Breakers, Fuses, and Grounding Systems
4.4 Electrical Safety Regulations and Standards in Maritime Environments
4.5 Electrical Risk Assessment and Preventive Measures
4.6 Power Distribution Design: Configuration and Sizing
4.7 Port Lighting: Design and Safety
4.8 Safety Considerations in Port Electrical Installations
4.9 Inspection and Maintenance of Port Electrical Systems
4.40 Emergency and Failure Response Protocols
5.5 Fundamentals of Electricity: Ohm’s Law, basic circuits, components.
5.5 Electrical System Design: Single-line diagrams, load calculations.
5.3 Port Electrical Installations: Regulations, safety, wiring.
5.4 Preventive and Corrective Maintenance: Equipment, inspections, testing.
5.5 Transformers: Selection, operation, protection.
5.6 Power Distribution: Low and medium voltage networks.
5.7 Grounding: Systems, safety measures.
5.8 Surge Protection: Devices, coordination.
5.9 Power Generation: Alternative sources, energy efficiency.
5.50 Introduction to Automation: PLC, SCADA.
6.6 Strategic Planning: Analysis of the port’s energy needs.
6.2 Renewable Energy Sources: Integration of solar, wind, and other energy sources.
6.3 Energy Storage Systems: Batteries and other technologies.
6.4 Smart Grids: Implementation of smart grids in the port environment.
6.5 Demand Management: Optimization of energy consumption.
6.6 Ship Electrification: Shore power and related technologies.
6.7 Cargo Infrastructure: Design and deployment of charging points.
6.8 Sustainability and Efficiency: Environmental impact assessment.
6.9 Modeling and Simulation: System design and performance analysis.
6.60 Regulatory Framework: Compliance with regulations and standards.
- 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.
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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.
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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”).