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Postgraduate Diploma in OBC Topologies and High-Density PFC Control

Online 800 h Postgraduate Diploma in OBC Topologies and High-Density PFC Control. 8 modules with IEC 61851-21-1:2017, IEC 61000-3-2:2018 and PLECS. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.

Duration800 h
ModeOnline
LanguageEnglish
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Specify on-board chargers according to power, grid and battery.

02

Compare power factor correction topologies.

03

Design the digital control of single-phase and three-phase PFC stages.

04

Dimension resonant and dual active bridge isolated DC/DC stages.

05

Apply power density enhancement techniques.

06

Meet harmonic and electromagnetic compatibility requirements.

07

Validate the charger's efficiency, safety and reliability.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Power electronics engineer who wants to specialise in OBC Topologies and High-Density PFC Control.
  • On-board charger engineer who wants to specialise in OBC Topologies and High-Density PFC Control.
  • Digital control engineer who wants to specialise in OBC Topologies and High-Density PFC Control.
  • Magnetic components engineer who wants to specialise in OBC Topologies and High-Density PFC Control.
  • Power validation engineer who wants to specialise in OBC Topologies and High-Density PFC Control.
  • Hardware engineer who wants to specialise in OBC Topologies and High-Density PFC Control.
  • Engineering or science graduates looking to join electric vehicle manufacturers.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • IEC 61851-21-1:2017
  • IEC 61000-3-2:2018
  • IEC 61000-3-12:2011
  • ISO 6469-3:2021
  • CISPR 25:2021
  • IEC 60664-1:2020
  • ISO 21498-2:2021
  • ISO 26262-5:2018
Syllabus

8 modules · 800 h

  1. 1.1Powers from 3.7 to 22 kW
  2. 1.2Single-phase and three-phase connection
  3. 1.3Battery voltage range
  4. 1.4Efficiency targets
  5. 1.5Power density
  6. 1.6Required galvanic isolation
  7. 1.7Grid quality standards
  8. 1.8Vehicle integration
  9. 1.9Cost targets
  10. 1.10Case study: specifying an 11 kW charger
  1. 2.1Classic boost PFC
  2. 2.2Interleaved boost PFC
  3. 2.3Bridgeless totem-pole
  4. 2.4Three-phase Vienna rectifier
  5. 2.5Six-switch three-phase PFC
  6. 2.6Continuous and critical conduction modes
  7. 2.7Selection criteria
  8. 2.8Losses by topology
  9. 2.9GaN and SiC devices
  10. 2.10Workshop: PFC topology comparison
  1. 3.1Average current control
  2. 3.2Bus voltage loop
  3. 3.3Feedforward voltage compensation
  4. 3.4Zero-crossing distortion
  5. 3.5Digital control and sampling
  6. 3.6Grid synchronisation via PLL
  7. 3.7Double-frequency ripple
  8. 3.8Operation with unbalanced grids
  9. 3.9Transient response
  10. 3.10Laboratory: digital control of a totem-pole
  1. 4.1LLC resonant converter
  2. 4.2Bidirectional CLLC converter
  3. 4.3Dual active bridge
  4. 4.4Phase-shifted full bridge
  5. 4.5Zero-voltage switching
  6. 4.6Wide-range operation
  7. 4.7Synchronous secondary rectification
  8. 4.8Transformer design
  9. 4.9Control strategies
  10. 4.10Practice: designing an LLC converter
  1. 5.1Increasing switching frequency
  2. 5.2Planar magnetic components
  3. 5.3Component integration
  4. 5.4Compact thermal management
  5. 5.5Bus and filter capacitors
  6. 5.6Multilayer board design
  7. 5.7Packaging and cooling
  8. 5.8Reliability at high density
  9. 5.9Cost per kilowatt
  10. 5.10Case study: redesign to double the density
  1. 6.1Harmonics according to IEC 61000-3-2
  2. 6.2Power factor and displacement
  3. 6.3Input EMI filters
  4. 6.4Emissions according to CISPR 25
  5. 6.5Earth leakage currents
  6. 6.6Single-phase load on a three-phase grid
  7. 6.7Immunity to grid disturbances
  8. 6.8Laboratory measurements
  9. 6.9Filter optimisation
  10. 6.10Workshop: input EMI filter
  1. 7.1Control software architecture
  2. 7.2Communication with the battery manager
  3. 7.3Diagnostics and fault management
  4. 7.4Functional safety of the charger
  5. 7.5Hardware protections
  6. 7.6Type tests
  7. 7.7Efficiency maps
  8. 7.8Thermal testing of the charger
  9. 7.9Reliability and service life
  10. 7.10Laboratory: charger efficiency test
  1. 8.1Technical specification of the charger
  2. 8.2PFC topology selection
  3. 8.3DC/DC stage design
  4. 8.4Magnetic component design
  5. 8.5Control strategy
  6. 8.6Thermal management design
  7. 8.7Validation plan
  8. 8.8Cost analysis
  9. 8.9Report and presentation
  10. 8.10Final review with the tutor
Methodology, software & labs

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 the programme with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is PLECS, LTspice, MATLAB/Simulink, Ansys Maxwell, in free, academic or evaluation versions. The tests are studied using real digital control procedures for a PFC totem-pole in PLECS, design of an LLC converter for an 11 kW charger, and efficiency testing of an on-board charger. Assessment is continuous per module plus the final integrative project.

Accreditable laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
Evidence-oriented Master's Thesis:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Industry Mentored:teachers with experience in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible modality(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, 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.

Charger technical specification

Specify on-board chargers according to power, grid and battery.

PFC topology selection

Compare power factor correction topologies.

DC/DC stage design

Design the digital control of single-phase and three-phase PFC stages.

Magnetic component design

Dimension resonant and dual active bridge isolated DC/DC stages.

Control strategy

Apply power density enhancement techniques.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Power electronics engineerOn-board charger engineerDigital control engineerMagnetic components engineerPower validation engineerHardware engineer
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. A university degree is not 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 consists of 800 hours in total, spread over 6 to 8 months. That averages between 10 and 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.

The programme works with PLECS, LTspice, MATLAB/Simulink, Ansys Maxwell. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

An own diploma from SEIUM Institute 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 recognised in the advanced programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.

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