Introduction into Requirements, Solutions and Challenges of E-Mobility with Case Study
Certificate Course - Mobility Systems Engineering - MSE.3.EM1.I26
| Date | May 31, 2027 |
| Duration | 1 day |
| Location | On campus - Karlsruhe |
| Language | English |
| ECTS | upon request |
| Cost | 990€ |
Fundamentals
Provides a structured, holistic introduction to sustainable mobility systems: policies, energy carriers, and well to wheel and life cycle perspectives.
Technology
Surveys drivetrain topologies (electric, combustion, hybrid) and storage options (batteries, hydrogen, gases) plus infrastructure and distribution challenges.
Applications
Case study compares future scenarios on CO2 footprint, infrastructure cost, vehicle cost, and cost per km to guide solution selection.
What you'll explore
- Climate policy context (national/international) and implications
- Renewable energy sources and carriers; availability of limited vs. renewable resources
- Energy carrier production, distribution infrastructure, and system challenges
- Well‑to‑wheel and life‑cycle analysis: emissions and associated costs
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Drivetrain solutions (electric, combustion, hybrid) and storage systems (batteries, H2, natural/synthetic gas)
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Case study: compare scenarios by CO2 footprint, infrastructure/vehicle cost, and cost per km
Your key takeaways
Participants
- Gain a holistic understanding of sustainable mobility systems and pathways.
- Understand renewable energy carriers and infrastructure challenges.
- Compare drivetrain and storage options using lifecycle and cost criteria.
- Interpret well‑to‑wheel and LCA results for decision support
- Apply a structured case study approach to assess future mobility scenarios.
Taught by recognized experts in 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.
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Martin Doppelbauer
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Martin Doppelbauer is Professor at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), where he holds the chair of Hybrid Electric Vehicles at the Institute of Electrical Engineering (ETI). His work focuses on the design, modeling and optimization of electrical drive systems for hybrid and electric vehicles, including electromagnetic machine design, system integration, and simulation-based development. He has prior industry experience in electric motor and drive development and is actively involved in international standardization for electric machines and mobility technologies.
Who should attend
This course is ideal for:
- Engineers and professionals in e‑mobility strategy, energy systems, and sustainability.
- Product managers and system architects evaluating drivetrain and infrastructure options.
- Policy and consulting professionals assessing decarbonization pathways and costs.
- Researchers and early‑career academics in mobility systems and energy analysis.
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.