Master’s in Battery Swapping Systems
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in battery swapping systems. 12 modules covering swapping models, swappable pack design, automated car stations, light-vehicle swap cabinets, battery fleet management, software platforms, IEC 62840 standards, grid integration, business models, network deployment and emerging applications, with an assigned technical tutor.
Master’s in Battery Swapping Systems — studying from Australia
Motorcycles and two-wheeled vehicles are a significant part of Australian transport and recreation, with strong demand for motorcycles, scooters and e-bikes in urban and regional areas. Engineers working in this field contribute to chassis and powertrain design, rider safety systems and emissions compliance. National vehicle standards and rider safety initiatives shape product development and testing. Employers include motorcycle importers and distributors, component suppliers, accessory makers and e-mobility start-ups.
Fees for Australia: A$14,200 (AUD), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Australia
Typical roles
Questions from Australia
Will a SEIUM qualification be recognised for motorcycle engineering roles in Australia?
SEIUM qualifications are private and not accredited by any Australian national body. Recognition for engineering or vehicle compliance roles is decided by individual employers and relevant bodies. Vehicle safety and compliance in Australia are governed by national design rules, which apply regardless of your qualification, so check requirements with the employer.
Which Australian employers work in motorcycle and two-wheeler engineering?
Motorcycle and scooter importers, distributors, component suppliers, dealer service networks and performance workshops are examples of Australian employers in this field. Whether they value a private qualification depends on their policies. Practical experience and a strong final project portfolio are typically persuasive in this industry.
Is the course suitable for someone working full time in Australia?
The programmes are delivered 100% online in English with an assigned technical tutor, so you can study from home at times that suit you. Fees are payable in instalments, and employers may sponsor you. Check the hours required for your chosen programme and make sure your schedule allows steady progress.
Take the controls.
Run a real engineering trade-off from this field. Move the sliders, watch the model react in real time and beat the challenge.
What you will be able to do
Analyse battery swapping models and their use cases.
Design robust and safe swappable packs.
Develop automated stations and swap cabinets.
Manage battery inventories and fleets.
Integrate stations with the electricity grid.
Build viable business models.
Plan the deployment of swapping networks.
Who it's for
- Battery swapping systems engineers
- Swappable pack designers
- Battery fleet managers
- Automation engineers
- Mobility business analysts
- Infrastructure deployment managers
- Engineering or science graduates looking to enter electric mobility
What you'll work with
- IEC 62840-2 (safety requirements for battery swap systems)
- IEC 62840-1 (general and guidance for battery swap systems)
- ISO 6469-3 (electrical safety of electrically propelled road vehicles)
- IEC 61851-1 (general requirements for EV conductive charging systems)
- EN 17128 (light motorised vehicles for personal transport)
- GB/T 40032 (Chinese safety requirements for EV battery swapping)
- Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 (EU Battery Regulation)
- Siemens Tecnomatix Plant Simulation
- MATLAB
- AnyLogic
- PostgreSQL
12 modules
1.1Concept and value proposition of swapping1.2Lessons from the failure of Better Place1.3NIO and Aulton networks in China1.4Gogoro networks for motorcycles1.5Swapping in commercial vehicles and trucks1.6Comparison with fast charging1.7Priority users and use cases1.8Separating vehicle and battery ownership1.9Technical and commercial barriers1.10Case study: analysis of a swapping operator
2.1Pack format, dimensions and mass2.2High-cycle power connectors2.3Mounting and locking systems2.4Sealing and watertightness after multiple cycles2.5Cooling circuit connection2.6Robustness against repeated handling2.7Electronic pack identification2.8Compatibility across vehicle models2.9Portable packs for light vehicles2.10Practical: swappable pack concept for a van
3.1General station architecture3.2Under-vehicle extraction robotics3.3Vehicle positioning and alignment3.4Battery storage and stacker cranes3.5Slow charging of stored batteries3.6Storage climate control3.7Safety and fire detection systems3.8Cycle times and daily capacity3.9Maintenance of mechanical equipment3.10Lab: simulation of a station cycle
4.1Swap cabinets for motorcycles and scooters4.2Charging electronics in each compartment4.3Communication with the pack and the user4.4Authentication and payments4.5Selection of urban locations4.6Anti-vandal protection of cabinets4.7Ventilation and temperature4.8Maintenance and restocking4.9Deployment in emerging markets4.10Case study: cabinet network in a mid-sized city
5.1Sizing the pack inventory5.2Rotation and balanced use5.3State-of-health monitoring5.4Pack allocation algorithms5.5Ageing control5.6Pack maintenance and repair5.7Retirement criteria5.8Reuse in stationary storage5.9Fleet data analytics5.10Practical: battery inventory model
6.1Backend architecture6.2User app6.3Vehicle and pack identification6.4Integration with the BMS6.5Station telemetry6.6Stock optimisation per station6.7Integration with energy systems6.8Billing and subscriptions6.9Platform cybersecurity6.10Workshop: software architecture of an operator
7.1IEC 62840 series on battery swapping7.2Applicable IEC 61851 requirements7.3Electrical safety to ISO 64697.4Standards for light vehicles: EN 171287.5Type approval of vehicles with removable batteries7.6Liability for the battery7.7Pack standardisation initiatives7.8Chinese GB/T swapping standards7.9Interoperability between manufacturers7.10Case study: requirements matrix for a station
8.1Contracted power of the station8.2Charging flexibility of stored batteries8.3The station as distributed storage8.4Balancing services to the grid8.5Grid injection from storage8.6Optimisation based on hourly prices8.7Integration with photovoltaics8.8Energy management systems8.9Medium-voltage connection8.10Practical: optimal charging based on hourly prices
9.1Battery as a service9.2Monthly usage subscriptions9.3Pay per swap or per kilometre9.4Pricing strategy9.5Network cost structure9.6Profitability per station9.7Technological and obsolescence risk9.8Partnerships with vehicle manufacturers9.9Success and failure cases9.10Lab: financial model of a network
10.1Coverage planning10.2Site selection10.3Demand estimation10.4Permits and licences10.5Construction and installation10.6Commissioning10.7Scaling the network10.8Network operating indicators10.9Lessons from real deployments10.10Case study: three-year deployment plan
11.1Swapping for heavy-duty trucks11.2Swapping in mining11.3Battery containers for ships11.4Drones and robotics with swappable batteries11.5Autonomous vehicles and robotic stations11.6New chemistries and their impact11.7Standardisation at European scale11.8Public support policies11.9Market scenarios to 203511.10Workshop: swapping adoption scenarios
12.1Segment and use case definition12.2Demand study12.3Pack design12.4Station design12.5Battery fleet management12.6Software platform12.7Business model12.8Deployment plan12.9Master's Thesis report12.10Master's Thesis: defence before a panel
How you'll learn
A 100% online programme on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within the intake, so you can combine it with your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Siemens Tecnomatix Plant Simulation, MATLAB, AnyLogic and PostgreSQL, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Practical work is based on real procedures: simulation of swapping station cycles, battery inventory and rotation models, and economic analysis of swapping networks. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final Master's Thesis.
Standards covered: IEC 62840-2, IEC 62840-1, ISO 6469-3, IEC 61851-1, EN 17128, GB/T 40032, Regulation (EU) 2023/1542.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- A university degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent demonstrable professional experience.
- An internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme software.
- English sufficient to read technical standards.
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 totals 1,900 hours over 12–14 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.
You work with Siemens Tecnomatix Plant Simulation, MATLAB, AnyLogic and PostgreSQL, using free, academic or evaluation versions. Your tutor indicates the free alternative wherever one exists.
A SEIUM Institute diploma, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the Master's Thesis. It is SEIUM's own qualification, not an official state degree; its recognition depends on the programme completed and the regulations of each country.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the higher programme. Ask about the recognition policy when you enrol.
A university degree in engineering, science or architecture (or equivalent professional experience), a computer able to run the programme software, and English sufficient to read technical standards.
Start dates are set by SEIUM's faculty for each intake. Our admissions team will confirm the next available date when you apply.
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