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Master’s in On-Board and Bidirectional Chargers

Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in on-board and bidirectional chargers, structured in 12 modules covering OBC architecture, power factor correction, isolated DC-DC conversion, SiC/GaN thermal design, V2G and V2L, charging protocols, electrical safety, firmware, validation and grid integration, with an assigned technical tutor.

Duration1900 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

Analyse single-phase and three-phase on-board charger architectures.

02

Design power factor correction stages that meet harmonic limits.

03

Size resonant and dual active bridge isolated DC-DC converters.

04

Select SiC and GaN semiconductors and solve their thermal management.

05

Implement bidirectional power flow control for V2G and V2L applications.

06

Integrate charging communication protocols in accordance with IEC 61851 and ISO 15118.

07

Plan the functional and electrical safety validation of the charger.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Power electronics engineers working on charging systems.
  • On-board charger design engineers.
  • V2G systems engineers.
  • Embedded control software engineers.
  • Charging validation engineers.
  • Electric vehicle integration engineers.
  • Engineering or science graduates aiming to enter the automotive industry.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • IEC 61851-1 (conductive charging systems for electric vehicles)
  • ISO 15118-20 (second-generation vehicle-to-grid communication)
  • IEC 61000-3-2 (limits for harmonic current emissions)
  • ISO 6469-3 (electrical safety of electric vehicles)
  • IEC 62196 (charging sockets and connectors)
  • IEC 61000-3-12 (harmonics for equipment above 16 A)
  • UN ECE Regulation No 100 (electric powertrain safety)
  • PLECS
  • MATLAB/Simulink
  • LTspice
  • ANSYS Icepak
  • PSIM
Syllabus

12 modules · 1900 h

  1. 1.1Role of the OBC in the electric vehicle
  2. 1.2Single-phase and three-phase: typical power ratings
  3. 1.3Conversion stages and efficiency
  4. 1.4Integration with the DC-DC converter and the inverter
  5. 1.5Galvanic isolation and safety
  6. 1.6Cooling and packaging
  7. 1.7Weight and volume as constraints
  8. 1.8Grid requirements
  9. 1.9Market trends
  10. 1.10Workshop: specification of an OBC
  1. 2.1Harmonics and power factor regulations
  2. 2.2Boost and totem-pole PFC topologies
  3. 2.3Input current control
  4. 2.4Conduction modes and ripple
  5. 2.5Grid voltage and current measurement
  6. 2.6Start-up and pre-charge
  7. 2.7Behaviour during voltage dips
  8. 2.8Part-load efficiency
  9. 2.9Input magnetics design
  10. 2.10Laboratory: PFC stage test
  1. 3.1Phase-shifted full bridge
  2. 3.2LLC resonant converter
  3. 3.3Soft switching and losses
  4. 3.4High-frequency transformer
  5. 3.5Synchronous rectification
  6. 3.6Battery voltage range
  7. 3.7Control and regulation loops
  8. 3.8Protections and limits
  9. 3.9Comparison of topologies
  10. 3.10Laboratory: isolated stage test
  1. 4.1Silicon, SiC and GaN in the charger
  2. 4.2Conduction and switching losses
  3. 4.3Drivers and dead times
  4. 4.4Heat dissipation and thermal resistance
  5. 4.5Air and liquid cooling
  6. 4.6Thermal cycling and reliability
  7. 4.7Packages and mounting
  8. 4.8Junction temperature measurement
  9. 4.9Derating according to conditions
  10. 4.10Laboratory: thermal characterisation
  1. 5.1Reverse power flow and requirements
  2. 5.2Grid synchronisation
  3. 5.3Grid connection and anti-islanding regulations
  4. 5.4Quality of injected power
  5. 5.5Use cases: V2H, V2L and V2G
  6. 5.6Impact on battery life
  7. 5.7Business models and aggregation
  8. 5.8Communication protocols
  9. 5.9Regulatory barriers
  10. 5.10Laboratory: bidirectional test
  1. 6.1Charging modes and connectors
  2. 6.2Control pilot signalling
  3. 6.3ISO 15118 and Plug and Charge
  4. 6.4OCPP on the infrastructure side
  5. 6.5Authentication and certificates
  6. 6.6Power negotiation
  7. 6.7Diagnosis of communication faults
  8. 6.8Interoperability between brands
  9. 6.9Conformance testing
  10. 6.10Laboratory: instrumented charging session
  1. 7.1Insulation and leakage monitoring
  2. 7.2Residual currents and RCDs
  3. 7.3Overvoltage protection
  4. 7.4Earth continuity
  5. 7.5Interlocks and connector locking
  6. 7.6Connector temperature and derating
  7. 7.7Faults and safe modes
  8. 7.8Requirements of the standard
  9. 7.9Safety verification
  10. 7.10Workshop: OBC safety analysis
  1. 8.1Charger firmware architecture
  2. 8.2Control loops and timing
  3. 8.3Charging state management
  4. 8.4Communication with the BMS and the VCU
  5. 8.5Diagnostics and fault codes
  6. 8.6Firmware updates
  7. 8.7Applicable functional safety
  8. 8.8Cybersecurity of the charging channel
  9. 8.9Software validation
  10. 8.10Laboratory: debugging a session
  1. 9.1Charger validation plan
  2. 9.2Efficiency and load tests
  3. 9.3Climatic and vibration tests
  4. 9.4Charger EMC
  5. 9.5Interoperability tests
  6. 9.6Durability tests
  7. 9.7Instrumentation and accuracy
  8. 9.8Acceptance criteria
  9. 9.9Validation report
  10. 9.10Laboratory: test campaign
  1. 10.1Location and mounting
  2. 10.2Routing of high-voltage cables
  3. 10.3Thermal interaction with other systems
  4. 10.4Audible noise and vibration
  5. 10.5Maintenance and accessibility
  6. 10.6Weight and distribution
  7. 10.7Compatibility with variants
  8. 10.8Assembly on the production line
  9. 10.9After-sales and replacement
  10. 10.10Case study: complete integration
  1. 11.1Power available in homes and businesses
  2. 11.2Load management and balancing
  3. 11.3Tariffs and smart charging
  4. 11.4Impact on the distribution grid
  5. 11.5Integration with on-site generation
  6. 11.6Stationary storage
  7. 11.7Fleets and charging planning
  8. 11.8Installation costs
  9. 11.9Installation regulations
  10. 11.10Workshop: sizing an installation
  1. 12.1Specification and requirements
  2. 12.2Choice of topologies and semiconductors
  3. 12.3Magnetic and thermal design
  4. 12.4Control and firmware design
  5. 12.5Safety and protection plan
  6. 12.6Validation and EMC plan
  7. 12.7Vehicle integration
  8. 12.8Cost analysis
  9. 12.9Technical report and defence
  10. 12.10Master's Thesis: final 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. There are no fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within each intake, so the programme can be combined with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is PLECS, MATLAB/Simulink, LTspice, ANSYS Icepak and PSIM, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures: bidirectional converter test benches, charging interoperability tests and thermal characterisation in a climatic chamber. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final Master's Thesis.

Standards covered: IEC 61851-1, ISO 15118-20, IEC 61000-3-2, ISO 6469-3, IEC 62196, IEC 61000-3-12 and UN ECE Regulation No 100.

Assigned technical tutor:every module ends with a deliverable that your tutor marks individually.
Standards-based learning:guided reading of IEC 61851-1, ISO 15118-20 and IEC 61000-3-2 applied to real cases, not as a theoretical annex.
Industry software:PLECS, MATLAB/Simulink, LTspice, ANSYS Icepak and PSIM, in free, academic or evaluation versions.
Master's Thesis with defence:a complete on-board charger project, from topology and semiconductor selection to control, safety, validation and vehicle integration, defended before a panel.
Flexible format:100% online, no fixed timetables, compatible with full-time work.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

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

Specification and topology
Define the requirements and choose PFC and DC-DC topologies and semiconductors.
Magnetic and thermal design
Design the magnetics, cooling and thermal paths of the charger.
Control and firmware
Design the control loops, charging states and bidirectional operation.
Safety, validation and EMC
Draw up the safety and protection plan and the validation and EMC plan.
Master's Thesis
Vehicle integration, cost analysis and technical report, defended before a panel.
Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Power electronics engineerOn-board charger design engineerV2G systems engineerEmbedded control software engineerCharging validation engineerElectric vehicle integration engineer
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • University degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent demonstrable professional experience.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme software.
  • English sufficient to read technical standards.

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FAQ

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 PLECS, MATLAB/Simulink, LTspice, ANSYS Icepak and PSIM, 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 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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