V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) Networks Course
Online course of 300 hours in V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) networks. 6 modules covering vehicle-grid integration, ISO 15118-20 and OCPP communication, grid connection requirements, flexibility markets and charging optimisation, with an assigned technical tutor.
V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) Networks Course — studying from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom is building capability in electric vehicles, battery manufacturing and hydrogen technologies, driven by the national net zero strategy. Battery gigafactory projects, electric vehicle plants and research centres such as the Faraday Institution support growing demand for cell design, battery management and recycling expertise. Hydrogen projects in Teesside, Scotland and the North West explore production, storage and fuel cell applications. Engineers in these areas work with automotive manufacturers, energy companies and research bodies.
Fees for the United Kingdom: £455 (Pound sterling), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in the United Kingdom
Typical roles
Questions from the United Kingdom
Which UK bodies are relevant to electromobility, battery and hydrogen engineering qualifications?
Relevant UK bodies include the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3), and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). Chartered registration is managed through the Engineering Council. SEIUM's qualifications are private and not accredited by these bodies, so confirm with the relevant institution how your study would be considered.
Are electromobility and battery skills in demand with UK employers, and do private qualifications count?
UK employers in electric vehicles, battery manufacturing, energy storage and hydrogen projects look for practical technical skills and relevant experience. A private qualification can demonstrate specialist knowledge, but employers decide how much to rely on it. Project evidence and hands-on competence are generally what carry the most weight.
Can I study this from the UK while working, and what should I check about time and funding?
Yes, programmes are fully online, so you can study from anywhere in the UK without a student visa. Teaching is in English, so good technical English is needed. An assigned technical tutor supports you throughout. Fees can be paid in instalments, and employer sponsorship may be possible depending on your employer. Check the hours involved against your working week.
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What you will be able to do
Understand the different modes of vehicle-grid integration.
Analyse the communication protocols used in bidirectional charging.
Verify the technical requirements for grid connection.
Evaluate flexibility services and how they are remunerated.
Apply charging and discharging optimisation algorithms.
Estimate the impact on battery degradation.
Design a technically and economically viable V2G system.
Who it's for
- Vehicle-grid integration engineers
- Flexibility market specialists
- Distribution network engineers
- Developers of charge management software
- Electric fleet managers
- Energy and mobility consultants
- Engineering or science graduates looking to move into the energy and utilities sector
What you'll work with
- ISO 15118-20 (vehicle-to-grid communication interface)
- IEC 61851-1 (electric vehicle conductive charging systems)
- Regulation (EU) 2016/631 (network code on requirements for grid connection of generators)
- Regulation (EU) 2023/1804 (deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure)
- Royal Decree 1053/2014 (ITC-BT-52) (Spanish low-voltage regulation for EV charging installations)
- IEC 62196-3 (plugs and couplers for DC charging)
- OCPP 2.0.1 (Open Charge Alliance) (Open Charge Point Protocol)
- Regulation (EU) 2019/943 (internal market for electricity)
- MATLAB/Simulink
- Python with Pyomo
- OpenDSS
- HOMER Grid
- Wireshark
6 modules
1.1Unidirectional charging, V1G, V2H, V2B and V2G1.2How the power system works1.3Flexibility services for the grid1.4Bidirectional AC and DC charging1.5Bidirectional chargers and converters1.6Aggregators and charge managers1.7Battery degradation from additional cycling1.8International pilot projects1.9Technical and regulatory barriers1.10Case study: analysis of a V2G pilot with a school bus fleet
2.1ISO 15118-20 vehicle-charger communication2.2Plug & Charge and digital certificates2.3OCPP 2.0.1 protocol2.4Bidirectional CHAdeMO protocol2.5Communication with the grid operator2.6OpenADR protocol for demand response2.7Interoperability and conformance testing2.8Communication cybersecurity2.9User data management2.10Lab: analysis of OCPP messages from a charging session
3.1Grid codes for generators3.2Inverter and protection requirements3.3Power quality and harmonics3.4Anti-islanding protection in bidirectional chargers3.5Bidirectional metering and meters3.6Self-consumption and grid export3.7Requirements for low-voltage charging3.8Distribution network stability3.9Coordination with the distribution system operator3.10Practical exercise: checking the connection requirements of a charger
4.1Wholesale markets and hourly prices4.2System balancing services4.3Frequency regulation with fleets4.4Local congestion management4.5Peak shaving and demand response4.6Price arbitrage with vehicle batteries4.7User remuneration4.8Aggregation business models4.9European electricity market regulation4.10Workshop: optimising charging and discharging with hourly prices
5.1Modelling vehicle availability5.2Demand and generation forecasting5.3Charging optimisation algorithms5.4Integration with photovoltaics and buildings5.5Microgrids with electric vehicles5.6Impact on battery service life5.7Manufacturer warranties and bidirectional discharge5.8Economic assessment for the user5.9System performance indicators5.10Case study: microgrid for a corporate car park
6.1Definition of the case study6.2Characterisation of the fleet and the grid6.3Proposed technical architecture6.4Protocols and cybersecurity6.5Market participation strategy6.6Operation simulation6.7Economic and technical assessment6.8Conclusions and recommendations6.9Report and presentation6.10Final project: final review with the tutor
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 the intake, so you can combine the programme with your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is MATLAB/Simulink, Python with Pyomo, OpenDSS, HOMER Grid and Wireshark, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures: simulation of a bidirectional fleet, protocol analysis of a charging session and economic assessment of flexibility services. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final capstone project.
Standards covered: ISO 15118-20, IEC 61851-1, Regulation (EU) 2016/631, Regulation (EU) 2023/1804, Royal Decree 1053/2014 (ITC-BT-52), IEC 62196-3, OCPP 2.0.1 (Open Charge Alliance), Regulation (EU) 2019/943
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
- No prior qualification is required.
- 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 300 hours over 3 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.
You work with MATLAB/Simulink, Python with Pyomo, OpenDSS, HOMER Grid and Wireshark, using free, academic or evaluation versions. Your tutor indicates the free alternative wherever one exists.
A SEIUM Institute certificate, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the final project. 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 are recognised in a higher programme in the same area (postgraduate diploma or master's). Ask about the recognition policy when you enrol.
No prior qualification is required: you need an internet connection, 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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