Postgraduate Diploma in Marine e-Propulsion and Cold-Ironing
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Marine e-Propulsion and Cold-Ironing. 8 modules covering IEC/IEEE 80005-1, IEC/IEEE 80005-3 and ETAP. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
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What you will be able to do
Analyse the decarbonisation framework for maritime transport.
Design electric and hybrid propulsion systems for ships.
Integrate batteries and other energy sources on board.
Size shore power supply systems in accordance with IEC/IEEE 80005.
Plan charging infrastructure for electric vessels.
Apply classification, SOLAS and MARPOL requirements.
Assess the technical and economic feasibility of maritime electrification projects.
Who it's for
- Naval electrical systems engineer looking to specialise in Marine e-Propulsion and Cold-Ironing.
- Marine electric propulsion specialist looking to specialise in Marine e-Propulsion and Cold-Ironing.
- Port infrastructure engineer looking to specialise in Marine e-Propulsion and Cold-Ironing.
- Maritime decarbonisation consultant looking to specialise in Marine e-Propulsion and Cold-Ironing.
- Technical inspector of classification societies looking to specialise in Marine e-Propulsion and Cold-Ironing.
- Port electrification project manager looking to specialise in Marine e-Propulsion and Cold-Ironing.
- Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to enter the naval and maritime sector.
What you'll work with
- IEC/IEEE 80005-1
- IEC/IEEE 80005-3
- Regulation (EU) 2023/1805
- Regulation (EU) 2023/1804
- SOLAS Convention
- MARPOL Annex VI
- IEC 60092-101
- IEC 62619
8 modules · 800 h
1.1Emissions from the global maritime sector1.2IMO greenhouse gas strategy1.3FuelEU Maritime Regulation requirements1.4Types of vessels that can be electrified1.5Conventional diesel-electric propulsion1.6Hybrid and fully electric propulsion1.7Electric ferries and port craft1.8Reference cases in Norway1.9Barriers and opportunities of electrification1.10Case study: analysis of an electric ferry
2.1Electric propulsion motors2.2Marine variable frequency drives2.3Azimuth thrusters and pods2.4AC and DC networks on board2.5Main switchboards2.6Auxiliary generation on board2.7Power management system (PMS)2.8Redundancy and dynamic positioning classes2.9Efficiency of the propulsion system2.10Laboratory: power balance of a ship
3.1Batteries in electric ships3.2Marine fuel cells3.3Alternative fuels in hybrid propulsion3.4Supercapacitors for power peaks3.5Hybrid system architecture3.6Energy management strategies3.7Energy recovery on board3.8Operational profiles of the ship3.9Optimisation of fuel consumption3.10Practical: sizing a hybrid system
4.1Concept and benefits of shore power supply4.2High-voltage connection in accordance with IEC/IEEE 80005-14.3Low-voltage connection in accordance with IEC/IEEE 80005-34.4Frequency conversion between 50 and 60 Hz4.5Connectors and connection cables4.6Cable management on board4.7Synchronisation and load transfer4.8AFIR requirements for ports4.9FuelEU Maritime shore connection obligation4.10Workshop: sizing an OPS system
5.1Automated charging systems5.2Charging short-distance ferries5.3Electrical infrastructure on the quay5.4Connection to the port grid5.5Energy storage onshore5.6Power levels and charging times5.7Safety during connection5.8Interoperability between ships and terminals5.9International charging experiences5.10Case study: charging a ferry at a terminal
6.1Electrical requirements of the SOLAS Convention6.2Classification society rules6.3Class notations for batteries6.4IEC 60092 series of standards6.5Applicable IMO guidelines6.6MARPOL Annex VI requirements6.7Flag State requirements6.8Inspection and certification of systems6.9Safety of on-board personnel6.10Practical: review of class requirements
7.1CAPEX of electric propulsion7.2Operating and energy costs7.3Ship emissions savings7.4Assessment of CII and EEXI indices7.5Available funding and grants7.6Ship life-cycle analysis7.7Technological and market risks7.8Port business models7.9Decarbonisation roadmap7.10Case study: business case for an OPS system
8.1Ship selection and its operation8.2Electric propulsion architecture8.3On-board energy system8.4Port supply infrastructure8.5Regulatory and classification analysis8.6Safety analysis8.7Economic evaluation of the project8.8Implementation plan8.9Report and presentation8.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
Fully 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 working software is ETAP, MATLAB/Simulink, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, Python, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Case studies are based on real design procedures for hybrid ferry propulsion, sizing of port electrical supply systems and compliance assessment with FuelEU Maritime. Assessment is continuous per module, plus the final integrating project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Analyse the decarbonisation framework for maritime transport.
Design electric and hybrid propulsion systems for ships.
Integrate batteries and other energy sources on board.
Size shore power supply systems in accordance with IEC/IEEE 80005.
Plan charging infrastructure for electric vessels.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. No university degree is required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient level of Spanish to follow technical regulatory texts.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme comprises 800 hours in total, spread over 6 to 8 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with full-time work.
The work is carried out with ETAP, MATLAB/Simulink, DIgSILENT PowerFactory and Python. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An own diploma from SEIUM upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrating 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 can be credited towards the advanced programme. Check the credit transfer policy when you enrol.
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