MATLAB with qualification in electromobility

Free of cost

by funding

MATLAB is used in development and science to analyze data and present solutions to mathematical problems. The course also explains the structure of electric vehicles and batteries, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and the current legal situation.
  • Certificates: Certificate "MATLAB and Simulink"
    Electromobility" certificate
  • Examination: Practical project work with final presentations
  • Teaching Times: Full-time
    Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:35 p.m. (in weeks with public holidays from 8:30 a.m. to 5:10 p.m.)
  • Language of Instruction: German
  • Duration: 8 Weeks

Mathematical modeling with MATLAB and Simulink

MATLAB basics (approx. 2 days)

MATLAB user interface

Reading data from a file

Variables, arrays, operators, basic functions

Graphical representation of data

Customizing diagrams

Exporting graphics


Variables and commands (approx. 2 days)

Relational and logical operators

Sets, sets with 2D solids (polyshape)

Performing mathematical and statistical calculations with vectors

Graphics in statistics


Analysis and visualization (approx. 1 day)

Creating and modifying matrices

Mathematical operations with matrices

Graphical representation of matrix data

Matrix applications: Mappings, rotation, systems of linear equations, least square method


Artificial intelligence (AI) in the work process

Presentation of specific AI technologies

and possible applications in the professional environment


Data processing (approx. 1 day)

Data types: Structure arrays, cell arrays, string vs. char, categorical, datetime and much more.

Creating and organizing tabular data

Conditional data selection

Importing/exporting with Matlab: folder structures, .mat data, table data, continuous texts


MATLAB programming (approx. 3 days)

Control structures: loops, if-else, exceptions

Functions

Object-oriented programming

App design


Simulation in MATLAB (approx. 5 days)

Numerical integration and differentiation

Basics of simulation of ordinary differential equations, Matlab ODE and solver options

Simulation technology in Matlab: input parameters, data interpolation, simulation studies

Simulation control: event functions (zero crossing), output functions

Application examples, e.g. simulation of an electric motor, simulation of a rocket


Simulink (approx. 4 days)

Basics of Simulink: Diagrams, functions, signals and differential equations

Functions, subsystems and libraries

Import/export, lookup tables, control

Zero-crossing, automation of simulation tasks (Matlab access)

Application examples, e.g. simulation of an aircraft drive train


Project work (approx. 2 days)

To consolidate the content learned

Presentation of the project results

Electromobility

Overview of electric vehicles (approx. 1 day)

History of electric vehicles

Fundamental differences between electric and other vehicles

Advantages and disadvantages of the electric drive

Current state of the art and future of electric motors


Basics of the electric vehicle (approx. 2 days)

Introduction to electric mobility: electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, other electric vehicles (e-bikes, e-scooters, etc.)

Basic structure of electric vehicles

Drive and electromobility concepts

Energy and storage technology

Grid integration of electric mobility


Electrified drive train (approx. 4 days)

Electric motor basics: requirements, DC motor, three-phase motor and operation in electric vehicles

Calculation basis for the electric car drive

Batteries/rechargeable batteries as energy storage in electric cars: types and their special features, sizes, weights and costs, operating conditions and service life, battery management, charging methods, determining the condition, battery safety


Artificial intelligence (AI) in the work process

Presentation of specific AI technologies

and possible applications in the professional environment


Power electronics for electric vehicles (approx. 3 days)

Areas of application

Requirements for power electronics

Components and their properties

Measuring equipment in the field of power electronics

Basic structures of power electronics

Circuit topologies

Control and regulation methods

Electromagnetic compatibility


Functional safety for automotive according to ISO 26262 (approx. 1 day)

Current jurisdiction

Introduction to the safety life cycle

Safety-relevant functionalities

Planning of safety concepts in different roles


Charging and charging infrastructure (approx. 3 days)

Battery charging basics: Charging rate, battery capacity

Relationships between power grids and charging infrastructure

Requirements and prerequisites for connecting and operating charging infrastructure

Special requirements for the grid-side charging infrastructure

Current situation of the charging infrastructure in Germany

Calculating the economic viability of electric vehicles

New business models for electromobility


Range and consumption of electric vehicles (approx. 1 day)

Physical basics

Procedure for calculating a driving cycle: NEDC, WLTP

Consumption calculation


Electricity for the electric vehicles (approx. 1 day)

Energy generation: Primary energy source, electricity mix in Germany, renewable energies

Storage of electricity: storage technologies, important electricity storage systems


Life cycle assessment of electric vehicles (approx. 1 day)

Assessment of an environmental balance sheet

Production and recycling phase

Use phase


Project work (approx. 3 days)

To consolidate the content learned

Presentation of the project results



Changes are possible. The course content is updated regularly.

After this course, you will have the necessary specialist knowledge and know the specific terminology for mathematical modeling with MATLAB and Simulink. You will have mastered the MATLAB software tools and the MATLAB programming language. You are also familiar with the modeling of numerical systems using Simulink software.

After the course, you will also have basic knowledge of electromobility and be able to assess the benefits and possible applications of various electric drives. You will be familiar with the physical and technical characteristics of electric vehicles and will also be familiar with legal aspects and safety concepts for companies.

Newcomers and career changers who want to learn more about electromobility and improve their career opportunities in this future market. In addition, professionals in the automotive industry who want to prepare themselves for the challenges and opportunities of the electromobile transport revolution.

You will learn standard mathematical programs for engineering and science with MATLAB and Simulink. Specialists with knowledge of data simulation are in demand in numerous industrial fields and can be employed, for example, in weather and climate research, energy consumption modeling, the development of control algorithms for aircraft or function development in the automotive sector.

The challenges of climate policy are also leading to a rethink in the vehicle industry: in Germany, the focus is primarily on electric motors. Specialists with knowledge of electromobility are therefore offered numerous exciting new fields of work in all technical sectors.

Your meaningful certificate provides a detailed insight into the qualifications you have acquired and improves your career prospects.

Didactic concept

Your lecturers are highly qualified both professionally and didactically and will teach you from the first to the last day (no self-study system).

You will learn in effective small groups. The courses usually consist of 6 to 25 participants. The general lessons are supplemented by numerous practical exercises in all course modules. The practice phase is an important part of the course, as it is during this time that you process what you have just learned and gain confidence and routine in its application. The final section of the course involves a project, a case study or a final exam.

 

Virtual classroom alfaview®

Lessons take place using modern alfaview® video technology - either from the comfort of your own home or at our premises at Bildungszentrum. The entire course can see each other face-to-face via alfaview®, communicate with each other in lip-sync voice quality and work on joint projects. Of course, you can also see and talk to your connected trainers live at any time and you will be taught by your lecturers in real time for the entire duration of the course. The lessons are not e-learning, but real live face-to-face lessons via video technology.

 

The courses at alfatraining are funded by Agentur für Arbeit and are certified in accordance with the AZAV approval regulation. When submitting a Bildungsgutscheinor Aktivierungs- und Vermittlungsgutschein, the entire course costs are usually covered by your funding body.
Funding is also possible via Europäischen Sozialfonds (ESF), Deutsche Rentenversicherung (DRV) or regional funding programs. As a regular soldier, you have the option of attending further training courses via Berufsförderungsdienst (BFD). Companies can also have their employees qualified via funding from Agentur für Arbeit (Qualifizierungschancengesetz).

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