The course ‘Design and Construction of the Power Subsystem’ is presented as a A unique opportunity to break into a booming sector, where the demand for skilled professionals is constantly growing. The transition towards more sustainable transport systems has driven the need for innovation in the electric railway traction, the overhead contact line and substations. This course provides you with the tools you need to understand and design the power subsystem for high-speed rail, underground and tram services, areas that are revolutionising urban and long-distance transport. With a solid theoretical foundation, you will acquire the essential skills to develop effective solutions in this field, enhancing your professional profile and opening the door to new career opportunities. Furthermore, as the course is delivered online, you’ll be able to access the material from anywhere, tailoring your learning to your own needs and pace.
Design and construction of the power subsystem
Civil Engineering and Structures
40 hours
Introduction
Objectives
- To understand electric railway traction and how it works in modern systems.
- To analyse the design of the overhead contact line in different transport systems.
- Identify key substation components and their role in power distribution.
- To assess the impact of the power subsystem on high-speed rail, the underground and trams.
- To devise efficient strategies for optimising energy use in railway systems.
- Apply technical knowledge to solve problems in the energy subsystem.
- To integrate emerging technologies into the design of the railway power subsystem.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. ELECTRIC RAILWAY TRACTION
Electric railway traction
Railway electrification systems
Electric traction power supply systems
Components of the overhead contact line power supply system for railways
Relevant regulations and Energy TSIs
TEACHING UNIT 2. THE OVERHEAD CONTACT WIRE
Geometric characteristics of the overhead contact line
Mechanical characteristics of the overhead contact line
Electrical characteristics of the overhead contact line
Dynamic characteristics of the overhead contact line
Factors influencing the design of the overhead contact line
TEACHING UNIT 3. SUBSTATIONS
Concepts and types of substations
Design of a substation
Components of a traction substation
Protective equipment and earthing systems
Energy remote control
TEACHING UNIT 4. HIGH-SPEED TRANSPORT, METRO AND TRAM POWER SUPPLY SUBSYSTEM
Design parameters for high-speed lines
Design parameters for metro lines
Design parameters for tram lines
Energy efficiency in the railway sector
Tram-train and train-tram
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