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Master’s in Formula E and Electric Racing Powertrains

Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in Formula E and electric racing powertrains. 12 modules covering electric machines, power electronics, motor control, batteries and BMS, energy recovery, race energy strategy, high-voltage safety and telemetry, with an assigned technical tutor.

Duration12–14 months
ModeOnline
LanguageEnglish
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Define the architecture of an electric racing powertrain.

02

Size high power-density electric machines.

03

Select inverter topologies and machine control strategies.

04

Design battery packs and their management system.

05

Optimise energy recovery under braking.

06

Develop race energy strategies through simulation.

07

Apply high-voltage safety requirements.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Electric powertrain engineers.
  • Electric machine engineers.
  • Battery and BMS engineers.
  • Energy strategy engineers.
  • Power electronics engineers.
  • Telemetry engineers.
  • Engineering or science graduates seeking to join electric racing teams.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • FIA Formula E Technical Regulations
  • ISO 6469-3 (electrical safety of electric vehicles)
  • IEC 62660 (lithium-ion cells for electric vehicles)
  • UN 38.3 (transport of lithium batteries)
  • UN Regulation No. 100 (electric powertrain safety)
  • ISO 26262 (functional safety)
  • MATLAB/Simulink
  • ANSYS Motor-CAD
  • PLECS
  • GT-SUITE
  • ATLAS (McLaren Applied)
Syllabus

12 modules

  1. 1.1Traction topology and power split
  2. 1.2Regulatory power and energy limits
  3. 1.3The chain from battery to wheel
  4. 1.4Efficiency of each link
  5. 1.5Mass, packaging and centre of gravity
  6. 1.6Integrated cooling of the assembly
  7. 1.7Mechanical interfaces with the chassis
  8. 1.8Redundancies and degraded modes
  9. 1.9Comparison between electric categories
  10. 1.10Workshop: architecture definition
  1. 2.1Permanent magnet synchronous machines
  2. 2.2Reluctance and induction machines
  3. 2.3Concentrated and distributed windings
  4. 2.4Torque and power density
  5. 2.5Copper, iron and mechanical losses
  6. 2.6Demagnetisation and thermal limits
  7. 2.7Direct winding cooling
  8. 2.8Rotor balancing and dynamics
  9. 2.9Bench testing and efficiency maps
  10. 2.10Lab: characterisation of a motor
  1. 3.1Three-phase inverters and topologies
  2. 3.2Silicon versus SiC semiconductors
  3. 3.3Switching, losses and dead times
  4. 3.4SVPWM modulation and overmodulation
  5. 3.5DC link and capacitor design
  6. 3.6Parasitics, layout and EMI
  7. 3.7Inverter cooling
  8. 3.8Overcurrent and short-circuit protection
  9. 3.9Efficiency over a race cycle
  10. 3.10Lab: testing an inverter
  1. 4.1Vector control in the d-q frame
  2. 4.2Position estimation and sensors
  3. 4.3Sensorless control at high speed
  4. 4.4Field weakening
  5. 4.5Torque, speed and current loops
  6. 4.6Controller tuning and anti-windup
  7. 4.7Thermal limitations in control
  8. 4.8Traction control and anti-slip
  9. 4.9Validation in HIL
  10. 4.10Lab: loop tuning
  1. 5.1Cell chemistry and selection criteria
  2. 5.2Module and pack design
  3. 5.3Interconnections and internal resistance
  4. 5.4Thermal management and uniformity
  5. 5.5Safety: propagation and containment
  6. 5.6Sensing and insulation
  7. 5.7Regulatory requirements and homologation
  8. 5.8Degradation and service life
  9. 5.9Safe transport and handling
  10. 5.10Case study: designing a pack
  1. 6.1Battery management system architecture
  2. 6.2State of charge and state of energy estimation
  3. 6.3State of health estimation
  4. 6.4Active and passive balancing
  5. 6.5Dynamic power limits
  6. 6.6Communication with the control unit
  7. 6.7Diagnostics and fault management
  8. 6.8Data logging and compliance
  9. 6.9BMS validation
  10. 6.10Lab: testing estimators
  1. 7.1Regenerative braking and blending with the friction brake
  2. 7.2Brake-by-wire and pedal feel
  3. 7.3Regulatory recovery limits
  4. 7.4Stability during regeneration
  5. 7.5Thermal management under heavy braking
  6. 7.6Strategies by circuit type
  7. 7.7Effect on tyre wear
  8. 7.8Calibration with the driver
  9. 7.9Measurement of recovered energy
  10. 7.10Workshop: recovery strategy
  1. 8.1Per-lap consumption model
  2. 8.2Race simulation and target management
  3. 8.3Power modes and their tactical use
  4. 8.4Effect of slipstream and traffic
  5. 8.5Managing safety cars and neutralisations
  6. 8.6Attack mode and specific rules
  7. 8.7Real-time decisions from the pit wall
  8. 8.8Communication with the driver
  9. 8.9Post-race analysis and learning
  10. 8.10Simulation of a complete race
  1. 9.1Single- and multi-ratio reduction gearboxes
  2. 9.2Efficiency and lubrication
  3. 9.3Ratio selection by circuit
  4. 9.4Differential and torque control
  5. 9.5Torque vectoring in all-wheel drive
  6. 9.6Torsional stiffness and resonances
  7. 9.7Loads on mountings and chassis
  8. 9.8Durability and maintenance
  9. 9.9Transmission testing
  10. 9.10Case study: ratio selection
  1. 10.1Regulations and category requirements
  2. 10.2Galvanic isolation and insulation measurement
  3. 10.3Interlocks
  4. 10.4Safe working procedures
  5. 10.5Personal protective equipment
  6. 10.6Bus discharge and safety times
  7. 10.7Response to an accident
  8. 10.8Staff training and accreditation
  9. 10.9Pre-race technical inspection
  10. 10.10High-voltage incident drill
  1. 11.1Critical powertrain channels
  2. 11.2Sampling rates and storage
  3. 11.3Real-time transmission and bandwidth
  4. 11.4Alarms and thresholds
  5. 11.5Lap analysis and comparison
  6. 11.6Detection of thermal and electrical anomalies
  7. 11.7Correlation between simulation and track
  8. 11.8Analysis tools and automation
  9. 11.9Session report
  10. 11.10Lab: analysis of a stint
  1. 12.1Definition of regulations and targets
  2. 12.2Sizing of machine, inverter and battery
  3. 12.3Lap and consumption simulation
  4. 12.4Control design and strategies
  5. 12.5Integrated thermal management
  6. 12.6High-voltage safety plan
  7. 12.7Bench and track test plan
  8. 12.8Analysis of results and improvements
  9. 12.9Technical report and defence
  10. 12.10Master's Thesis: final review with the tutor
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

A 100% online programme on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable materials, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within each intake, so it fits around your job.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is MATLAB/Simulink, ANSYS Motor-CAD, PLECS, GT-SUITE and ATLAS (McLaren Applied), in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures for electric motor test benches, battery cycling and race telemetry analysis. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final Master's Thesis.

Standards covered: FIA Formula E Technical Regulations, ISO 6469-3, IEC 62660, UN 38.3, UN Regulation No. 100 and ISO 26262.

Assigned technical tutor:every module ends with a deliverable that your tutor marks individually.
Standards-based learning:guided reading of the FIA Formula E Technical Regulations, ISO 6469-3 and IEC 62660 applied to real cases, not as a theoretical annex.
Industry software:MATLAB/Simulink, ANSYS Motor-CAD, PLECS, GT-SUITE and ATLAS (McLaren Applied), in free, academic or evaluation versions.
Master's Thesis with defence:the complete design of an electric racing powertrain, from sizing the machine, inverter and battery to the control strategy and test plan, defended before a panel.
Flexible format:100% online, no fixed timetables, compatible with full-time work.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

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

Powertrain architecture definition
Define the traction topology, power split and packaging of an electric racing powertrain.
Motor and inverter testing
Characterise an electric motor and test an inverter on the bench.
Battery pack design
Design a racing battery pack with its thermal management and safety measures.
Full race simulation
Simulate a complete race and build the energy and recovery strategy.
Master's Thesis
Design a complete electric racing powertrain for a given regulation, defended before a panel.
Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Electric powertrain engineerElectric machine engineerBattery and BMS engineerEnergy strategy engineerPower electronics engineerTelemetry engineer
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • University degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent demonstrable professional experience.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
  • English sufficient to read technical standards.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme totals 1,900 hours over 12–14 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.

You will work with MATLAB/Simulink, ANSYS Motor-CAD, PLECS, GT-SUITE and ATLAS (McLaren Applied). Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and your tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

A SEIUM Institute diploma, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the Master's Thesis. It is SEIUM's own qualification, not an official state degree; its recognition depends on the programme completed and the regulations of each country.

Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the higher programme. Ask about the recognition policy when you enrol.

A university degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent professional experience; a computer able to run the programme's software; and English sufficient to read technical standards.

Start dates are set by SEIUM's faculty for each intake. Our admissions team will confirm the next available date when you apply.

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