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Course on Integrating Electric Vehicles into Grids

Online 300-hour course in integrating electric vehicles into grids. 6 modules covering IEC 61851 (conductive charging systems), ISO 15118 (vehicle-grid communication) and OpenDSS. Dedicated tutor and open enrolment.

Duration300 h
ModeOnline
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Characterise charging demand from mobility patterns.

02

Assess the impact of charging on transformers and low-voltage networks.

03

Design smart charging strategies using OCPP and ISO 15118.

04

Analyse the technical and economic potential of V2G and V2H.

05

Design charging infrastructure in accordance with ITC-BT-52.

06

Propose reinforcements or flexible network alternatives.

07

Develop an integration plan for electric vehicles in a real network.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Charging infrastructure engineer wishing to specialise in integration of electric vehicles into grids.
  • Distribution network planner wishing to specialise in integration of electric vehicles into grids.
  • Electric fleet manager wishing to specialise in integration of electric vehicles into grids.
  • V2G specialist wishing to specialise in integration of electric vehicles into grids.
  • Electric mobility consultant wishing to specialise in integration of electric vehicles into grids.
  • Charging installation technician wishing to specialise in integration of electric vehicles into grids.
  • Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to enter electric mobility.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • IEC 61851 (conductive charging systems)
  • ISO 15118 (vehicle-grid communication)
  • Regulation (EU) 2023/1804 (alternative fuels infrastructure, AFIR)
  • IEC 62196 (plugs and charging connectors)
  • ITC-BT-52 of the REBT (charging installations)
  • Royal Decree 184/2022 (energy recharging services)
  • IEC 61000-3-12 (limits for harmonic currents)
  • OCPP 2.0.1 (Open Charge Point Protocol)
Syllabus

6 modules · 300 h

  1. 1.1Vehicle types and batteries
  2. 1.2Charging modes
  3. 1.3Type 2 and CCS connectors
  4. 1.4Power levels and charging profiles
  5. 1.5Mobility patterns
  6. 1.6Aggregate demand curves
  7. 1.7Simultaneity factors
  8. 1.8Public and private infrastructure
  9. 1.9Penetration scenarios
  10. 1.10Case study: demand of a corporate car park
  1. 2.1Transformer overloading
  2. 2.2Voltage drops
  3. 2.3Phase imbalances
  4. 2.4Harmonics from chargers
  5. 2.5Asset ageing
  6. 2.6Hosting capacity for vehicles
  7. 2.7Monte Carlo probabilistic studies
  8. 2.8Network reinforcement
  9. 2.9Planning high-power stations
  10. 2.10Laboratory: impact on an LV network with OpenDSS
  1. 3.1Operator-managed charging
  2. 3.2OCPP protocol between charger and platform
  3. 3.3ISO 15118 and Plug & Charge
  4. 3.4Dynamic power management
  5. 3.5Time-of-use tariffs
  6. 3.6Charging aggregators
  7. 3.7Optimisation algorithms
  8. 3.8Integration with photovoltaics
  9. 3.9Grid signals
  10. 3.10Practical: charging schedule using linear optimisation
  1. 4.1Principles of bidirectional charging
  2. 4.2On-board and external V2G converters
  3. 4.3Frequency services
  4. 4.4Congestion management
  5. 4.5Battery degradation
  6. 4.6V2H and home backup
  7. 4.7V2G pilots
  8. 4.8Technical and interoperability barriers
  9. 4.9Remuneration models
  10. 4.10Case study: school fleet with V2G
  1. 5.1Installations under ITC-BT-52
  2. 5.2Connection schemes
  3. 5.3Protection of charging points
  4. 5.4High-power charging stations
  5. 5.5Integration with storage
  6. 5.6Charging heavy fleets
  7. 5.7Communication and metering
  8. 5.8Accessibility and signage
  9. 5.9Charger maintenance
  10. 5.10Workshop: station with four 150 kW chargers
  1. 6.1Mobility scenario
  2. 6.2Charging demand forecast
  3. 6.3Grid impact study
  4. 6.4Smart charging strategy
  5. 6.5Infrastructure design
  6. 6.6Proposed grid services
  7. 6.7Economic assessment of deployment
  8. 6.8Implementation plan
  9. 6.9Report and presentation
  10. 6.10Final review with the tutor
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and a dedicated technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine study with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is OpenDSS, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, Python (Pyomo), MATLAB/Simulink, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures for charging impact studies on low-voltage networks, optimal charging scheduling for fleets, and design of high-power charging stations. Assessment is continuous by module plus the final integrating project.

Accredited laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with a rotor test rig, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-driven Master's Thesis:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Industry mentoring:teaching staff with experience in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible delivery(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:a safety-by-design approach, OT cybersecurity, DIH and compliance as pillars.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.

Mobility scenario

Characterise charging demand from mobility patterns.

Charging demand forecast

Assess the impact of charging on transformers and low-voltage networks.

Grid impact study

Design smart charging strategies using OCPP and ISO 15118.

Smart charging strategy

Analyse the technical and economic potential of V2G and V2H.

Infrastructure design

Design charging infrastructure in accordance with ITC-BT-52.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Charging infrastructure engineerDistribution network plannerElectric fleet managerV2G specialistElectric mobility consultantCharging installation technician
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • No prior qualification required.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
  • Sufficient Spanish to follow technical standards documentation.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme totals 300 hours, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.

You will work with OpenDSS, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, Python (Pyomo), MATLAB/Simulink. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative when one exists.

An own diploma from SEIUM upon passing the continuous assessment and the final integration project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.

Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised towards the advanced programme. Check the credit transfer policy when you enrol.

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