Postgraduate Diploma in Megawatt Charging and Heavy-Duty Standards
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Megawatt Charging and Heavy-Duty Standards. 8 modules covering SAE J3271, Regulation (EU) 2023/1804 and PLECS. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
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What you will be able to do
Analyse the energy requirements for charging heavy vehicles.
Describe the architecture and requirements of the MCS system.
Select power electronics topologies for megawatt charging.
Apply type-approval and safety regulations for heavy vehicles.
Design charging stations adapted to articulated trucks.
Plan high-power safety and interoperability tests.
Assess the economic viability of megawatt charging corridors.
Who it's for
- Heavy-charging infrastructure engineer wishing to specialise in Megawatt Charging and Heavy-Duty Standards.
- High-voltage power electronics specialist wishing to specialise in Megawatt Charging and Heavy-Duty Standards.
- Project manager for charging corridors wishing to specialise in Megawatt Charging and Heavy-Duty Standards.
- Electromobility standards engineer wishing to specialise in Megawatt Charging and Heavy-Duty Standards.
- Business analyst in heavy transport wishing to specialise in Megawatt Charging and Heavy-Duty Standards.
- Vehicle-infrastructure integration engineer wishing to specialise in Megawatt Charging and Heavy-Duty Standards.
- Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to enter heavy transport.
What you'll work with
- SAE J3271
- Reglamento (UE) 2023/1804
- ISO 15118-20
- IEC 61851-23
- Reglamento UNECE R100
- Reglamento (UE) 2019/1242
- Directiva 96/53/CE
- Reglamento (UE) 2018/858
8 modules · 800 h
1.1Long-distance transport requirements1.2Mandatory driver rest times1.3Energy required per stop1.4Charging powers between 1 and 3.75 MW1.5Comparison between CCS and MCS1.6TEN-T network corridors1.7AFIR targets for heavy-duty vehicles1.8Status of deployment in Europe1.9Technical challenges of megawatt charging1.10Case study: needs of a logistics corridor
2.1Origin and role of CharIN2.2SAE J3271 specification2.3International standardisation in progress2.4MCS connector architecture2.5Currents of up to 3000 A2.6Voltages of up to 1250 V2.7Connector and cable cooling2.8Inlet position on the vehicle2.9ISO 15118-20 communication over Ethernet2.10Workshop: analysis of the MCS interface
3.1Modular converter topologies3.2Direct medium-voltage connection3.3Solid-state transformers3.4High-power SiC converters3.5Shared high-voltage DC bus3.6Power sharing between dispensers3.7System efficiency and losses3.8Harmonics and grid quality3.9DC protections3.10Laboratory: simulation of a 1 MW charger
4.1UNECE R100 applied to heavy-duty vehicles4.2ISO 6469 requirements for trucks4.3Vehicle communication via SAE J19394.4Type approval under Regulation (EU) 2018/8584.5CO2 standards of Regulation 2019/12424.6Weights and dimensions under Directive 96/53/EC4.7Functional safety under ISO 262624.8Cybersecurity under UNECE R1554.9Tachograph and rest-time control4.10Practice: regulatory matrix of an electric truck
5.1Layout for articulated trucks5.2Drive-through bays without manoeuvring5.3High-power grid connection5.4Substations dedicated to the station5.5Storage to limit demand peaks5.6Queue and reservation management5.7Services for professional drivers5.8Truck parking security5.9Interoperability and payment methods5.10Case study: design of a motorway station
6.1Electrical safety at 1250 V6.2Insulation and its continuous monitoring6.3Thermal testing of the MCS connector6.4Interoperability testing between manufacturers6.5Emergency stop and disconnection6.6Arc flash protection6.7Electromagnetic compatibility at high power6.8Safe maintenance procedures6.9Station staff training6.10Practice: interoperability test plan
7.1CAPEX of megawatt charging stations7.2Grid connection costs7.3Business models for heavy vehicles7.4Expected utilisation and profitability7.5Connecting Europe Facility grants7.6Alliances between manufacturers and operators7.7Technology roadmap for the sector7.8Risks associated with standardisation7.9Comparison with hydrogen stations7.10Case study: business plan for an MCS corridor
8.1Corridor demand analysis8.2Electrical design of the station8.3Grid connection and storage8.4Station layout8.5Applicable regulatory analysis8.6Testing and commissioning plan8.7Economic evaluation of the project8.8Phased deployment plan8.9Report and presentation8.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetables: the student progresses at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is PLECS, MATLAB/Simulink, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, AutoCAD, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real design procedures for megawatt charging stations on corridors, MCS interoperability assessment, and infrastructure planning for heavy transport. 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 energy requirements for charging heavy vehicles.
Describe the architecture and requirements of the MCS system.
Select power electronics topologies for megawatt charging.
Apply type-approval and safety regulations for heavy vehicles.
Design charging stations adapted to articulated trucks.
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 English to follow the reading of 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 800 hours spread over 6 to 8 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.
The programme works with PLECS, MATLAB/Simulink, DIgSILENT PowerFactory and AutoCAD. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
A SEIUM own diploma 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 diploma in the same area are credited towards the higher programme. Check the credit transfer policy when you enrol.
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