Battery Management Systems

Certificate Course - Energy Engineering - EE_MSc.3.5.I2

Date Jun 10-11, 2027
Duration 2 days
Location on campus - Karlsruhe
Language English
ECTS upon request
Cost 1,550 €

Course prerequisites - Basic knowledge in electrical engineering is helpful but no prerequisite.

Discover what this course is all about

Fundamentals

The course covers the foundational principles of lithium-ion battery systems and Battery Management Systems (BMS), including core components and key concepts such as state of charge (SOC) and state of health (SOH) estimation.

Technology

It introduces state-of-the-art electrical modeling techniques and diagnostic methods used to analyze and evaluate battery performance.

Applications

The course highlights the practical role of BMS in monitoring, managing, and optimizing the operation of lithium-ion battery systems in real-world scenarios.

What you´ll explore

  • Introduction to Lithium-ion Battery Systems

  • Fundamentals of Battery Management Systems (BMS)

  • Core Components and Functions of BMS

  • State of Charge (SOC) Estimation

  • State of Health (SOH) Estimation

  • Electrical Modeling of Lithium-Ion Batteries with Hands-on session

 

 

Your key takeaways

Participants

  • Obtain a foundational understanding of lithium-ion battery systems and their design as a key energy storage solution

  • Comprehend the structure and operation of Battery Management Systems (BMS), recognizing their significance in maintaining battery efficacy and safety.

  • Gain initial experience in the design and operation of BMS, focusing on key aspects such as state of charge (SOC) and state of health (SOH) estimation, thermal management, and safety features.

  • Acquire basic practical skills in electrical modeling of batteries, essential for predicting and enhancing battery performance.

 

 

Taught by recognized experts in Battery Management Systems

Benefit from the knowledge of leading specialists with extensive experience in research and industry. Their deep expertise guarantees a course of outstanding academic and practical quality.

Dr.-Ing. Alexis Kalk

Dr.-Ing. Alexis Kalk is a scientist and lecturer at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology and the HECTOR School, specializing in battery systems, with expertise in lithium-ion batteries, battery management systems (BMS), electrical and thermal modeling, and battery diagnostics; his work focuses on software development, simulation, and testing of advanced BMS solutions for applications in electromobility and energy storage. 

Who should attend

This course is particularly beneficial for professionals in the following fields

  • Engineers and technical professionals in the energy sector
    Electrical engineers, energy engineers, physicists, materials scientists, and professionals in semiconductor or solar technologies who develop, design, size, or optimize photovoltaic systems.

  • Planners and project managers for energy systems
    Energy consultants, building services engineers (MEP planners), architects (with a focus on building integration), PV project managers, as well as professionals in energy supply companies and grid operator organizations.

  • Professionals in energy policy, sustainability, and business
    Staff working in ministries, public authorities, international organizations, NGOs, corporate strategy, or investment departments who assess energy scenarios, decarbonization pathways, market mechanisms, and cost developments.

  • Researchers and early-career academics
    PhD candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and academic staff in the fields of renewable energy, semiconductor physics, materials science, or energy system modeling.

Advance your career with KIT-level expertise

Benefit from the reputation of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) while gaining practical skills, flexible learning opportunities, and a recognized certificate to support your long-term professional growth.

Flexibility

Gain focused expertise in a specific field without committing to a full degree program, allowing you to build relevant knowledge efficiently and integrate learning seamlessly into your professional routine.

Relevance

Benefit from high-quality academic content combined with practical insights, delivered by experienced experts, supporting continuous, lifelong learning while ensuring direct applicability in real-world scenarios.

Advancement

Enhance your professional profile with a recognized certificate, demonstrating your commitment to ongoing development and supporting your career with tangible, verifiable credentials.

 

About HECTOR School

HECTOR School, the Technology Business School of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), is a leading provider of executive education in technology-driven fields.

For this course, participants who successfully complete the examination can earn a KIT certificate with ECTS credits, which may be credited toward our Executive Master of Science or Advanced Studies Programs, subject to content alignment.