Battery Management Systems

Certificate Course - Energy Engineering - EE.3.5.I26

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 specializes in battery systems, with expertise in lithium ion batteries, battery management systems, 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, combining deep scientific knowledge with strong practical relevance in future energy and mobility technologies.

Who should attend

This course is particularly beneficial for professionals in the following fields

  • Experts in utilities, grid companies, and energy infrastructure
    Staff in transmission and distribution system operators, municipal utilities, gas and electricity network operators, and infrastructure companies who are responsible for network planning, operation, grid codes, compliance with EU network regulations, and cross-border coordination.

  • Regulators, policymakers, and public-sector professionals
    Employees in national regulatory authorities, ministries, the European Commission and agencies, as well as in regional and local authorities who design, interpret or implement European energy and network regulation, market rules, and security-of-supply provisions.

  • Consultants, analysts, and corporate strategy professionals
    Professionals in consulting firms, energy companies, industry associations, and corporate strategy, legal or regulatory affairs departments who assess the impact of European network regulations on business models, investments, tariffs, and market integration.

  • Researchers and early-career academics
    Master’s students, PhD candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and academic staff in the fields of energy law, regulation, energy economics or energy policy who seek an application-oriented overview of the European framework for electricity and gas networks and its practical implications.

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.

 

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