Integration of Energy Systems and E-Mobility
Certificate Course - Energy Engineering - EE.5.5.I26
| Date | Oct 27-Nov1, 2027 |
| Duration | 2 days |
| Location | On campus - Karlsruhe |
| Language | English |
| ECTS | Upon request |
| Cost | 1,550 € |
Course prerequisites - Basic knowledge of Energy and Environment, Energy Economics, Thermodynamics, Sustainable Development, Microeconomics is desirable.
Fundamentals
Introduces energy efficiency and electric mobility concepts, economic theory basics, and key research topics.
Technology
Covers technologies for energy efficiency and EVs, including smart grids, V2G, and system-level solutions.
Applications
Examines impacts on electricity systems, environment, policy, user behavior, and real-world energy integration.
What you´ll explore
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Combines two key energy economics topics: energy efficiency and electric mobility
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Provides overview of theoretical and practical aspects, including technology and policy frameworks
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Discusses broader implications for national and international energy systems
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Introduces concept of energy efficiency and influencing factors
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Covers economic theory aspects and economy-wide measurement challenges
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Includes practical examples and decentralized household technologies
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Examines electric mobility and EV penetration in energy systems
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Covers impacts on electricity systems, environment, and integration strategies
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Discusses smart grids, V2G, user acceptance, and behavioral aspects
Your key takeaways
Participants
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understand the concept of energy efficiency as applied to specific systems
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obtain an overview of the current trends in energy efficiency
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are able to determine and evaluate alternative methods of energy efficiency improvement
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overview technical and economical stylized facts on electric mobility
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judge economical, ecological and social impacts through electric mobility
Taught by Recognized Experts in Integration of Energy Systems and E-Mobility
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.
PD Dr. Patrick Jochem
PD Dr. Patrick Jochem is a researcher and lecturer at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and HECTOR School, affiliated with Fraunhofer ISI. His work focuses on energy systems analysis, with emphasis on electric mobility, transport decarbonization, energy efficiency, and quantitative modelling of energy and mobility systems. He contributes to national and international research projects on energy transition, sector coupling, and sustainable transport, and teaches energy economics and mobility-related topics in executive education programs.
Dr. Armin Ardone
Dr. rer. pol. Armin Ardone is an energy systems expert with a background in chemical engineering and economics. He focuses on modeling power transmission and distribution networks, European electricity markets, and techno-economic evaluation of energy and climate policy scenarios. His work combines optimization methods and system analysis to support the transformation of modern energy systems, with long-standing experience in industry and research. His expertise supports strategic energy transition planning and integrated system optimization advancing sustainable systems.
Who should attend
This course is particularly beneficial for professionals in the following fields
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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.