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Diesel-Electric Systems Integration Course

Online 300 h course in diesel-electric systems integration. 6 modules covering IEC 60092-501 Electrical installations in ships: electric propulsion, IEC 61892-1 Mobile and fixed offshore units: electrical installations, and ETAP. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.

Duration300 h
ModeOnline
Start datesOctober / March
LocationEurope (Madrid)
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Understand the architecture of diesel-electric power plants.

02

Analyse converters and propulsion drives.

03

Design power management and blackout prevention strategies.

04

Assess redundancy and safety in vessels with dynamic positioning.

05

Carry out harmonic and short-circuit studies.

06

Plan testing and commissioning of the plant.

07

Integrate a complete diesel-electric power plant for a vessel.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Marine electrical engineer who wants to specialise in Diesel-electric systems integration.
  • Electro-technical officer who wants to specialise in Diesel-electric systems integration.
  • Electric propulsion systems engineer who wants to specialise in Diesel-electric systems integration.
  • Dynamic positioning specialist who wants to specialise in Diesel-electric systems integration.
  • Commissioning engineer who wants to specialise in Diesel-electric systems integration.
  • Electrical technical superintendent who wants to specialise in Diesel-electric systems integration.
  • Engineering or science graduates looking to enter the cruise sector.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • IEC 60092-501 Electrical installations in ships: electric propulsion
  • IEC 61892-1 Mobile and fixed offshore units: electrical installations
  • IMO MSC/Circ.645 Guidelines for vessels with dynamic positioning systems
  • IMO MSC.1/Circ.1580 Guidelines for vessels and units with dynamic positioning systems
  • IEEE 519 Control of harmonics in electrical power systems
  • SOLAS Convention, Chapter II-1 Part D Electrical installations
  • IEC 60092-503 Electrical installations in ships: AC systems from 1 kV to 36 kV
Syllabus

6 modules · 300 h

  1. 1.1The concept of an on-board power station
  2. 1.2Generator sets and number of units
  3. 1.3Main medium- and low-voltage switchboards
  4. 1.4Busbar configurations and couplings
  5. 1.5Electric propulsion with induction and synchronous motors
  6. 1.6Variable frequency drives and converters
  7. 1.7Electric pods and azimuth thrusters
  8. 1.8Applications: cruise ships, icebreakers and DP vessels
  9. 1.9Comparison with direct mechanical propulsion
  10. 1.10Case study: single-line diagram of a cruise ship
  1. 2.1Six- and twelve-pulse rectifiers and converters
  2. 2.2PWM and active front-end converters
  3. 2.3Harmonic distortion and filters
  4. 2.4Propulsion transformers
  5. 2.5Vector control of motors
  6. 2.6Variable-pitch fixed-speed propeller drives
  7. 2.7Converter cooling
  8. 2.8Starting and regenerative braking
  9. 2.9DC distribution (DC grid)
  10. 2.10Practical: harmonic distortion calculation on busbars
  1. 3.1Power management system (PMS)
  2. 3.2Automatic generator start and stop
  3. 3.3Active and reactive load sharing
  4. 3.4Selective shedding of non-essential loads
  5. 3.5Blackout prevention
  6. 3.6Response to generator failure
  7. 3.7Propulsion control and power limitation
  8. 3.8Integration with automation systems
  9. 3.9Interface with the bridge and control room
  10. 3.10Laboratory: load-sharing simulation in a PMS
  1. 4.1Short-circuit studies and selectivity
  2. 4.2Protection of generators and motors
  3. 4.3Arc flash and personnel safety
  4. 4.4Dynamic positioning classes DP1, DP2 and DP3
  5. 4.5FMEA analysis of DP systems
  6. 4.6Closed versus open busbars in DP
  7. 4.7Redundancy of generators and switchboards
  8. 4.8Acceptance and failure tests
  9. 4.9Classification requirements for electric propulsion
  10. 4.10Case study: FMEA of a DP2 supply vessel
  1. 5.1Coordination between engine, generator and converter
  2. 5.2Factory acceptance tests (FAT)
  3. 5.3Harbour and sea trials (HAT and SAT)
  4. 5.4On-board electromagnetic compatibility
  5. 5.5Documentation and as-built drawings
  6. 5.6Electrical crew training
  7. 5.7Maintenance of switchboards and converters
  8. 5.8Electrical fault diagnostics
  9. 5.9Modernisation of existing plants
  10. 5.10Workshop: testing protocol for a generator set
  1. 6.1Operating profile and power balance
  2. 6.2Sizing of generator sets
  3. 6.3Single-line diagram and voltage levels
  4. 6.4Selection of propulsion motors and converters
  5. 6.5Harmonic and short-circuit study
  6. 6.6Power management strategy
  7. 6.7Redundancy and FMEA analysis
  8. 6.8Testing and commissioning 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 an assigned technical tutor. 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 software used is ETAP, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, MATLAB/Simulink, SKM PowerTools, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real short-circuit and selectivity study procedures, power management simulation and FMEA analysis of a DP system. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final integrative project.

Accredited laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with 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:lecturers with a track record in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible format(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as core pillars.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

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

Operating profile and power balance

Understand the architecture of diesel-electric power plants.

Sizing of generator sets

Analyse converters and propulsion drives.

Single-line diagram and voltage levels

Design power management and blackout prevention strategies.

Selection of propulsion motors and converters

Assess redundancy and safety in vessels with dynamic positioning.

Harmonic and short-circuit study

Carry out harmonic and short-circuit studies.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Marine electrical engineerElectro-technical officerElectric propulsion systems engineerDynamic positioning specialistCommissioning engineerElectrical technical superintendent
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • No prior degree is 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 between 10 and 15 hours a week on average, compatible with full-time work.

The course works with ETAP, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, MATLAB/Simulink and SKM PowerTools. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

A SEIUM diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrative 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 credited towards the higher-level programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.

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