Power electronics course for electric trains
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Power Electronics for Electric Trains Course
Explore the design, control, and optimization of power electronics systems essential for the operation of modern electric trains. It covers the study of power converters, inverters, rectifiers, and energy management systems, integrating knowledge of power electronics, traction systems, and electrical networks. It focuses on the application of technologies to improve the energy efficiency, reliability, and performance of electric trains, with an emphasis on safety and compliance with railway industry standards.
The course provides a solid foundation in the analysis and design of power electronics systems, including the use of simulations and specialized software tools. Participants will learn about the operation and maintenance of traction systems, including electric motors, controls, and protections, preparing them for roles such as traction systems engineers, power electronics specialists, and railway maintenance technicians, contributing to sustainable mobility.
Power electronics course for electric trains
- Format: Hybrid
- Duration: 3 months
- Hours: 300 H
- Language: English / Spanish
- Registration date: 23-10-2026
- Start date: 12-12-2026
- Available places: 3
320 $
Competencies and results
What you will learn
1. Optimization of Power Electronics Systems for Electric Trains: Design, Control and Energy Efficiency.
- Understand the fundamentals of power electronics and its application in electric railway traction systems.
- Study the power converters used in electric trains, including rectifiers, inverters, and DC-DC converters.
- Learn about the design and optimization of filters and passive components to improve power quality and reduce electromagnetic interference (EMC).
- Master advanced control techniques to optimize the performance and energy efficiency of traction systems.
- Analyze electric motor control strategies, including vector control and direct torque control (DTC).
- Evaluate and optimize the energy efficiency of traction systems, considering factors such as energy regeneration and onboard energy management.
- Use simulation tools to model and analyze the behavior of power electronics systems under different operating conditions.
- Apply the acquired knowledge to The design of power electronics systems for electric trains, from component specification to simulation and performance analysis.
Learn about the regulations and standards relevant to the design and operation of power electronics systems in the railway sector.
Explore future trends in power electronics for electric trains, including the use of new technologies and materials.
2. Advanced Analysis and Application of Power Electronics in Railway Systems: Design, Simulation and Performance Optimization.
- Mastery of the fundamental principles and key architectures of power electronics applied to railway systems.
- In-depth understanding of power converters (AC-DC, DC-DC, DC-AC) and their operation in traction, regenerative braking, and auxiliary systems.
- Ability to model and simulate power electronic systems using specialized software, including transient and steady-state analysis tools.
- Ability to design, size, and optimize power electronics components, such as inductors, transformers, and capacitors, for railway applications.
- Advanced knowledge of the selection and application of power semiconductor devices (IGBTs, MOSFETs, etc.) and their switching techniques.
- Analysis and mitigation of harmonics and other power quality problems in railway systems.
- Understanding of traction motor control strategies and their integration with power electronics systems.
Power.
Exploration of emerging technologies in power electronics for railways, such as energy storage systems and electric vehicles.
Practical application of power electronics in improving energy efficiency, reliability, and overall performance of railway systems.
Development of skills for problem-solving and designing innovative solutions in the field of railway power electronics.
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 Optimization of Power Electronics for Electric Trains: Control, Efficiency and Railway Applications.
4. Design and Optimization of Power Electronics for Electric Trains: Control, Efficiency, and Railway Applications.
- Understand the fundamentals of power electronics and its application in railway systems.
- Analyze the power converters used in electric trains, including AC-DC, DC-DC, and DC-AC converters.
- Master power converter control techniques to optimize performance and efficiency.
- Study the control methods for electric motors used in trains, including vector control and direct torque control.
- Design and optimize power electronics systems to improve energy efficiency and reduce consumption.
- Analyze the factors that influence the efficiency of power electronics systems, such as component selection and switching strategies.
- Apply simulation software to model and analyze the performance of power electronics systems.
- Explore the applications of power electronics in different types of electric trains, including high-speed and urban trains.
- Study the protection and safety systems used in railway power electronics systems.
- Understand the regulations and standards relevant to the design and operation of power electronics systems in electric trains.
5. Mastery of Power Electronics in Electric Trains: Design, Control, Applications and Advanced Simulation.
- Power Electronics Fundamentals and Architecture: Understanding the structure of electric trains and the integration of power electronics.
- Key Components: Studying power semiconductors (IGBTs, MOSFETs), diodes, capacitors, and inductors used in traction systems.
- Power Converters: Analyzing and designing AC-DC, DC-DC, and DC-AC converters for powering and controlling traction motors.
- Traction Motor Control: Mastering vector control techniques (FOC, DTC) for synchronous and asynchronous motors, optimizing performance and efficiency.
- Protection Systems: Designing protection circuits against overloads, short circuits, and other faults in power electronics systems.
- Advanced Simulation: Using specialized software (such as PSIM, MATLAB/Simulink) to simulate and analyze the behavior of power electronics systems under various conditions. Operating conditions.
Specific Applications: Explore the application of power electronics in regenerative braking systems, auxiliary converters, and high-voltage power supply systems.
Power Supply System Design: Understand electrical power supply systems for trains, including overhead lines, substations, and distribution systems.
Regulations and Standards: Become familiar with the regulations and standards relevant to the design and operation of power electronics systems in electric trains.
Energy Efficiency: Optimize the design of power electronics systems to maximize energy efficiency and reduce energy consumption in trains.
6. Advanced Strategies in Power Electronics for Electric Trains: Optimization, Control and Specific Applications.
- Understand the fundamentals of power electronics applied to electric trains, including converters, inverters, and control systems.
- Study optimization strategies to maximize energy efficiency in electric traction.
- Master advanced control techniques for the precise regulation of speed, torque, and power in electric motors.
- Analyze and design robust protection systems against overloads, short circuits, and failures in electronic components.
- Explore specific applications of power electronics in electric trains, such as power supply systems, regenerative braking, and auxiliary systems.
- Learn to simulate and model power electronics systems using specialized software.
- Evaluate the latest trends and emerging technologies in the field of power electronics for electric trains.
- Identify and solve common problems related to the operation and maintenance of electronic systems.
Who this program is for:
Power electronics course for electric trains
- Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronic Engineers and related fields.
- Senior technicians with experience in electric traction systems, power electronics, or train maintenance.
- Professionals from railway companies (operators, train manufacturers, maintenance companies) who wish to update their knowledge.
- Engineers and technicians from companies dedicated to the development and manufacture of components for electric trains (inverters, converters, control systems).
Recommended requirements: Basic knowledge of electronics, electrical circuits, and mathematics. Intermediate level of English (B1/B2) for understanding technical documentation.
- 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.
Module 1 — Principles of Power Electronics in Trains
1.1 Introduction to Power Electronics in Railway Systems: Components and Functions
1.2 Fundamentals of Power Converters: AC-DC, DC-DC, DC-AC, and AC-AC
1.3 Converter Topologies: Design and Selection for Railway Applications
1.4 Principles of Converter Control: PWM, Control Strategies, and Regulation
1.5 Power Semiconductors: MOSFETs, IGBTs, Thyristors, and their Applications
1.6 Modeling and Simulation of Power Electronics Circuits
1.7 Harmonic Analysis and Power Quality in Railway Systems
1.8 Protection and Safety in Power Electronics Circuits
1.9 Filter Design for Power Electronics Systems 1.10 Case Study: Practical Applications of Power Electronics in Trains.
2.2 Introduction to Power Electronics in Railway Systems: Components and Principles.
2.2 Power Converter Topologies for Railway Applications: Analysis and Selection.
2.3 Design of DC-DC Converters for Railway Traction Systems: Modeling and Simulation.
2.4 Power Converter Control: PWM Control Strategies and Their Application.
2.5 Design of Inverters for Railway Traction Motors: Modulation and Control Techniques.
2.6 Design of Protection Systems for Power Converters: Overvoltages and Overloads.
2.7 Harmonic Analysis and Filters in Railway Power Electronics Systems.
2.8 Energy Efficiency and Optimization of Power Converters.
2.9 Simulation and Analysis of Power Electronics Systems: Software and Tools. 2.20 Practical Applications and Case Studies in Railway Power Electronics.
3.3 Principles of Power Electronics in Railway Systems
3.2 Topologies and Key Components of Power Electronics
3.3 Design of Converters for Railway Traction
3.4 Digital Control of Converters: Strategies and Algorithms
3.5 Control Systems for Electric Motors in Railway Traction
3.6 Energy Efficiency Analysis in Railway Systems
3.7 Simulation and Modeling of Power Electronics Systems
3.8 Integration of Power Electronics Systems in Trains
3.9 Specific Applications and Case Studies
3.30 Maintenance and Optimization of Power Systems
4.4 Fundamentals of Power Electronics in Railway Systems: Topology, Components, and Applications
4.2 Design of Power Converters for Electric Traction: Topologies, Selection, and Design
4.3 Control of Converters in Railway Systems: Control Strategies, Simulation, and Implementation
4.4 Design and Optimization of Electric Motors for Trains: Types, Control, and Efficiency
4.5 Protection and Safety Systems in Railway Power Electronics: Design and Evaluation
4.6 Integration of Power Electronics Systems: Design, Communication, and Synchronization
4.7 Simulation and Analysis of Power Circuits in Electric Trains: Tools and Methodologies
4.8 Energy Efficiency and Optimization in Railway Traction Systems: Strategies and Applications
4.9 Specific Applications of Power Electronics in Trains: Regenerative Braking, Auxiliary Systems
4.40 Case Studies: Design and Analysis of Power Electronics Systems Power in Real Electric Trains
5.5 Introduction to Power Electronics in Railway Systems: Fundamentals and Applications.
5.5 Power Electronics Architectures in Electric Trains: Design and Key Components.
5.3 Control of Electric Motors in Railway Traction: Strategies and Algorithms.
5.4 Design of Power Converters for Railway Systems: Topologies and Sizing.
5.5 Simulation and Analysis of Power Electronics Systems: Tools and Methodologies.
5.6 Energy Efficiency in Railway Systems: Optimization and Management.
5.7 Protection and Safety in Power Electronics Systems for Trains.
5.8 Integration of Power Electronics in Electric Train Design.
5.9 Specific Applications of Power Electronics in Trains: Practical Examples. 5.50 Future Trends in Power Electronics for the Railway Sector: Innovation and Development.
6.6 Advanced Power Electronics Topologies for Railway Traction: Design and Selection
6.2 Predictive and Adaptive Control in Railway Power Converters
6.3 Advanced Modulation Strategies for Railway Inverters
6.4 Filter Design and Harmonic Compensation in Traction Systems
6.5 Energy Optimization and Energy Management in Electric Trains
6.6 Protection and Safety Systems in Railway Power Electronics
6.7 Specific Applications: Subways, High-Speed Trains, and Trams
6.8 Simulation and Fault Analysis in Power Electronics Systems
6.9 Integration with Railway Communication and Control Systems
6.60 Case Studies: Implementation and Improvement of Existing Systems
- 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.
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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.
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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”).