Electric Traction Course
Master electric traction for modern tramways. Learn traction system design, safety, EMC, power and energy estimation, regenerative braking, and component selection to optimise performance, reliability, and energy efficiency in real-world rail projects. This course provides essential knowledge for efficient urban tram operations.

4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
The Electric Traction Course offers a focused overview of modern tram traction systems, covering safety, protection, EMC, performance targets, and vehicle dynamics. Participants will learn to estimate power and energy requirements, size motors and storage systems, evaluate supply options, and implement regenerative braking and energy management strategies for designing efficient and reliable urban tramway operations in a concise, practice-oriented programme.
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Develop skills
- Design tram traction power: size motors, inverters, and DC supply quickly.
- Estimate tram energy use: kWh per km, gradients, stops, and auxiliaries.
- Apply regenerative braking: maximise recovered energy on urban tram lines.
- Ensure traction safety: grounding, clearances, protection, and EMC compliance.
- Model tram performance: grades, dwell times, adhesion, and acceleration.
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