Course on hybrid electric systems in aviation
About our
The Hybrid Electric Systems in Aviation course explores the cutting edge of aeronautical propulsion, covering the design, integration, and operation of propulsion systems that combine electric technologies and traditional fuels. It focuses on the study of high-performance batteries, electric motors, generators, and power control systems, crucial for the transition to more sustainable and efficient aviation. Concepts such as energy efficiency, emissions reduction, and safety regulations are analyzed, with a focus on practical application and the simulation of real-world scenarios. The program provides a solid foundation in electrical engineering, aircraft design, and energy management, preparing participants to lead projects in the research, development, and implementation of hybrid systems on various platforms, from light aircraft to commercial airliners. Topics covered include route optimization, flight modeling and simulation, as well as systems integration and compliance with aeronautical certifications.
Course on hybrid electric systems in aviation
- Format: Hybrid
- Duration: 3 months
- Hours: 300 H
- Language: English / Spanish
- Registration date: 23-10-2026
- Start date: 12-12-2026
- Available places: 2
249 $
Competencies and results
What you will learn
1. In-depth Mastery of Hybrid Electrical Systems in Aviation: Comprehensive Learning
- Understand the architecture and essential components of hybrid electric systems in aviation.
- Evaluate the performance, efficiency, and feasibility of different hybrid configurations.
- Analyze the challenges and opportunities of integrating electrical systems into aircraft.
- Study the principles of electrical power generation, storage, and distribution in aviation.
- Become familiar with the regulations and safety standards applicable to hybrid electric systems.
- Explore the latest technologies and trends in the development of hybrid electric systems for aircraft.
2. Analysis and Optimization of Aeronautical Hybrid Electrical Systems: An In-Depth Study
- Master the fundamental principles of aeronautical hybrid electrical systems, including their architecture, key components, and operation.
- Evaluate and optimize the performance of hybrid electrical systems, considering factors such as energy efficiency, reliability, and safety.
- Analyze the challenges and solutions associated with integrating hybrid electrical systems into aircraft, including thermal management, power control, and electromagnetic compatibility.
- Understand the regulations and standards relevant to the design, certification, and operation of aeronautical hybrid electrical systems.
- Utilize simulation and analysis tools to evaluate the performance of hybrid electrical systems under different flight scenarios and operating conditions.
- Identify and mitigate the risks associated with hybrid electrical systems, including component failures, short circuits, and electrical arcing.
- Apply maintenance and repair techniques to ensure the reliability and longevity of electrical systems Hybrids.
Explore the latest trends and technologies in the field of aeronautical hybrid electrical systems, including the development of new materials, components, and architectures.
Develop practical skills for the design, implementation, and management of aeronautical hybrid electrical systems.
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. Design and Analysis of Hybrid Electrical Systems in Aviation: Key Methodologies
4. Design and Analysis of Hybrid-Electric Systems in Aviation: Key Methodologies
- Understand the fundamentals of hybrid-electric propulsion and its application in aircraft.
- Identify and evaluate the different architectures of hybrid-electric systems (parallel, series, series-parallel).
- Analyze the key components of a hybrid-electric system: electric motors, batteries, generators, power converters.
- Master the modeling and simulation techniques for hybrid-electric systems using specialized software.
- Evaluate the performance and energy efficiency of hybrid-electric systems in different flight scenarios.
- Design and optimize energy management in hybrid-electric systems.
- Analyze the safety, reliability, and certification aspects of hybrid-electric systems in aviation.
- Become familiar with
- Relevant regulations and standards for the design and operation of hybrid-electric aircraft.
- Explore future trends and challenges in the development of hybrid-electric aviation.
5. Design, Integration and Analysis of Hybrid Electrical Systems in Aviation: A Comprehensive Course
- Understand the fundamentals of hybrid-electric propulsion in aviation: Architectures, advantages, and challenges.
- Analyze the key components of hybrid-electric systems: Electric motors, batteries, inverters, and management systems.
- Study the design of energy management systems (EMS) and their optimization for efficiency and performance.
- Evaluate the impact of hybrid-electric systems on aircraft design: Aerodynamics, structure, and control systems.
- Become familiar with the regulations and safety standards for the certification of hybrid-electric aircraft.
- Use simulation tools for the analysis and optimization of hybrid-electric systems.
- Explore practical applications of hybrid-electric technology in different types of aircraft: Commercial aircraft, drones, and urban aerial vehicles (UAVs).
- Identify opportunities for Research and development in the field of hybrid-electric aviation.
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6. Expert Domain in Aeronautical Hybrid Electrical Systems: Design, Analysis and Optimization
6. Expert Domain in Aeronautical Hybrid-Electric Systems: Design, Analysis, and Optimization
- Fundamentals of hybrid-electric technology in aircraft, including architectures and configurations.
- Design and analysis of hybrid-electric propulsion systems, considering electric motors, batteries, and generators.
- Modeling and simulation of hybrid-electric systems using specialized software tools.
- Optimization of hybrid-electric systems to improve efficiency and reduce emissions and noise.
- Integration of control and energy management systems for the optimal operation of hybrid-electric aircraft.
- Evaluation of the safety and reliability of hybrid-electric systems, including failure and redundancy analysis.
- Design and analysis of wind turbines and onboard energy storage systems.
- Study of related aviation regulations and standards with hybrid-electric systems.
Application of cutting-edge technologies, such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, for system optimization.
Design of prototypes and experimental validation of hybrid-electric systems.
Who this program is for:
Course on hybrid electric systems in aviation
- Graduates in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related fields.
- Professionals in OEM rotorcraft/eVTOL, MRO, consulting, and technology centers.
- Flight Testing, certification, avionics, control, and dynamics seeking specialization.
- Regulators/authorities and UAM/eVTOL professionals requiring compliance skills.
Recommended requirements: foundation in aerodynamics and control and structures; ES/EN B2+/C1. We offer bridging tracks if you need them.
- 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.
1.1 Introduction to Hybrid Systems in Aviation
1.2 Analysis and Optimization
1.3 Aeronautical Hybrid Electrical Systems
1.4 Systems Design
1.5 Implementation and Analysis
1.6 Electrical Systems
1.7 Design and Analysis
1.8 Expert Mastery
1.9 Certifications
1.10 In-depth Study
2.2 Types of Hybrid Architecture and Components
2.2 Hybrid Propulsion Systems: Key Components
2.3 Hybrid Energy Generation and Storage
2.4 Design and Selection of Electric Motors
2.5 Integration of Energy Management and Control Systems
2.6 Auxiliary Components and Systems
2.7 Emerging Materials and Technologies in Hybrid Components
2.8 Safety and Reliability Considerations in Hybrid Systems
2.9 Cost and Life Cycle Analysis of Hybrid Components
2.20 Standards and Regulations for Hybrid Components
3.3 eVTOL and UAM: Electric Propulsion, Multiple Rotors
3.2 Emerging Certification Requirements (SC-VTOL, Special Conditions)
3.3 Energy and Thermal in E-Propulsion (Batteries/Inverters)
3.4 Design for Maintainability and Modular Swaps
3.5 LCA/LCC in Rotorcraft and eVTOL (Footprint and Cost)
3.6 Operations & Vertiports: Airspace Integration
3.7 Data & Digital Thread: MBSE/PLM for Change Control
3.8 Tech Risk and Readiness: TRL/CRL/SRL
3.9 IP, Certifications, and Time-to-Market
3.30 Case Clinic: Go/No-Go with Risk Matrix
4.4 Design of Hybrid Electric Systems: Applied Methodologies
4.2 Component Selection and Sizing: Performance Analysis
4.3 Modeling and Simulation: Advanced Tools and Techniques
4.4 Design Optimization: Efficiency and Performance
4.5 System Integration: Key Considerations
4.6 Failure Analysis and Safety: Mitigation Strategies
4.7 Design for Manufacturing and Assembly
4.8 Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
4.9 Certification and Regulatory Compliance Considerations
4.40 Case Studies: Practical Application of Methodologies
5.5 eVTOL and UAM Design: Electric Propulsion and Multirotor Systems
5.5 Emerging Certification Requirements and Regulations (SC-VTOL, Special Conditions)
5.3 Energy Management and Thermal Aspects in E-Propulsion Systems (Batteries and Inverters)
5.4 Design for Maintainability and Modular Component Interchangeability
5.5 Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Life Cycle Cost (LCC) in Rotorcraft and eVTOLs
5.6 Operations and Vertiports: Airspace Integration and Traffic Management
5.7 Data Management and Digital Thread: MBSE/PLM for Change Control
5.8 Technology Risk Assessment and Readiness: TRL/CRL/SRL
5.9 Intellectual Property, Certifications, and Time-to-Market Strategy
5.50 Case Study: Go/No-Go Decision Analysis Using Risk Matrices
6.6 eVTOL and UAM: Electric Propulsion, Multiple Rotors
6.2 Emerging Certification Requirements (SC-VTOL, Special Conditions)
6.3 Energy and Thermal in E-Propulsion (Batteries/Inverters)
6.4 Design for Maintainability and Modular Swaps
6.5 LCA/LCC in Rotorcraft and eVTOL (Footprint and Cost)
6.6 Operations & Vertiports: Airspace Integration
6.7 Data & Digital Thread: MBSE/PLM for Change Control
6.8 Tech Risk and Readiness: TRL/CRL/SRL
6.9 IP, Certifications, and Time-to-Market
6.60 Case Study: Go/No-Go with Risk Matrix
- 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”).