Electrical Transportation Systems – Information for Students
Table of contents
Program Structure
| Module No. VW-EVS- |
Modules and Courses (You can find the corresponding OPAL courses here) |
|---|---|
| 01 |
Components of Electrical Transportation Systems ( 10 LP)
Exam preparation: 30 hours |
| 03 |
Electric Railways (5 LP in the winter semester)
Exam: in the 2nd semester |
| 04 |
Project Management in Plant Engineering (5 LP)
Exam: Written exam, 90 min |
| 05 |
(5 LP in the winter semester)
Exam: in the 2nd semester |
|
Elective module ( 5 LP) This semester: free choice of |
| Module No. VW-EVS- |
Modules and Courses (You can find the corresponding OPAL courses here) |
|---|---|
| 02 |
Theory and Technology of Information Systems ( 5 LP)
Exam: Written exam, 90 min |
| 03 |
Electric Railways (5 LP in the summer semester)
Exam for more than 20 students: Portfolio (60 h) + written exam (150 min) |
| 05 |
Vehicle and Power Electronics (5 LP in the summer semester)
Prerequisite: 30 hours of coursework |
| 07 |
Fundamentals of Independent Scholarly Work in the Field of Electrical Transportation Systems (5 LP)
Exam: Combined term paper, 75 hours |
|
Elective Modules ( 10 LP) This semester: free selection of |
| Module No. VW-EVS- |
Modules and Courses (You can find the corresponding OPAL courses here) |
|---|---|
| 06 |
Return Current Paths and Influence in Electric Rail Systems (5 LP)
Exam: Written exam, 90 min |
| 08 |
Engineering Applications of Theoretical Principles (10 LP)
Exam: Portfolio, 140 hours |
|
Elective Modules ( 15 LP) This semester: free selection of |
In this semester, you must write your Master's thesis (25 CP) and complete the associated colloquium (5 CP).
You can choose the topic of your Master's thesis yourself:
- The Chairs have various topics available for you to work on. These are published on the Internet or can be viewed on request.
- In some cases, it is also possible to work on your own topic suggestions (e.g. from practical contacts). In this case, the Chairs must be asked whether they can supervise the topic in terms of content and capacity.
| Please note the information for the final thesis at the Examination Office. |
| Module No. VW-EVS- |
Modules and Courses (You can find the corresponding OPAL courses here) |
Semester |
|---|---|---|
| 51 |
Electric Local Transit Systems ( 5 LP)
Exam for more than 15 students: Written exam, 90 min |
Winter Semester |
| 53 |
Simulation Systems ( 5 LP)
Exam: Written exam, 120 min |
Summer Semester |
| 54a |
Overhead Catenary Systems (5 LP)
Exam for more than 15 students: 90-minute written exam |
Winter semester |
| 55 |
Drive Motors ( 5 LP)
Exam for more than 15 students: Written exam, 90 min |
Summer Semester |
| 59 |
Traffic Sensors ( 5 LP)
Exam for more than 15 students: Written exam, 90 min |
Winter Semester |
| 60 |
Fundamentals of Rail Vehicles ( 5 LP)
Exam: Written exam, 180 min |
Winter Semester |
| 61 |
Railway OperationsSafety (5 LP)
Exam: Written exam, 90 min |
Summer Semester |
| 62 |
Construction in Railway Operations (5 LP)
Exam: Written exam, 120 min |
Winter Semester |
| 63 |
Railway Operations Management (5 LP)
Exam: 30-hour portfolio |
Winter Semester |
| 65 |
Rail Vehicle Braking (5 LP)
Exam for more than 10 students: Written exam , 90 min |
Winter Semester |
| 66 |
Stakeholders, Processes, and Regulations in the Rail System ( 5 LP)
Exam: Written exam, 120 min |
Summer Semester |
| 67 |
Advanced Modeling in Railway Transport Science (5 LP)
Exam: Comprehensive assignment (60 hours) |
Winter Semester |
| 68 |
Rail Vehicle Undercarriages ( 5 LP)
Exam for more than 10 students: Written exam , 90 min |
Summer Semester |
| 69 |
Structural Systems of Rail Vehicles (5 LP)
Exam for more than 10 students: Written exam , 90 min |
Summer Semester |
Class Schedules, Regulations, and Guidelines
1st Semester | 2nd Semester | 3rd Semester
Timetable Key
Times of Day
Classes are held in 90-minute double periods (DS):
1st DS: 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
2nd DS: 9:20 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.
3rd DS: 11:10 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.
4th DS: 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
5th DS: 2:50 – 4:20 p.m.
6th DS: 4:40 p.m. – 6:10 p.m.
7. DS: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Weekly Schedule
Some courses are held only every other week. The schedule distinguishes between odd calendar weeks and even calendar weeks :
1. Week: odd week, e.g., calendar week 41.
2. Week: even week, e.g., calendar week 42.
This website lists the current calendar week.
Abbreviations
The letters preceding the course title indicate the type of course and its classification in the academic calendar:
V Lecture, Ü Exercise, S Seminar, P Practicum, SP Language Course, T Tutorial
O required (mandatory module),
W: Elective (one of several courses must be selected).
All regulations governing the degree program are set forth in the academic documents that have been officially published:
Study Regulations ( Official Announcement dated June 20, 2023)
Examination Regulations ( Official Announcement dated June 20, 2023)
Modules and the course schedule may be adjusted to meet current needs. These adjustments include the following, non-legally binding versions:
Module Descriptions (current version)
Study Plan ( current version)
Study Plan for Part-Time Study (current version)
Additional Guidelines and Regulations:
– Faculty’s current AI policy | English version
– Multiple-Choice Exam Regulations
– Regulations for the Master’s Thesis: on the Examination Office website
Helpful Links
General Information About Your Studies
How does a class schedule work? Where are courses held, and how does the exam registration process work? Students can find helpful information on organizing their studies, as well as counseling and support services, under “Studying.”
Program-Specific Information for Prospective Students
Is this degree program right for me? Information for those interested in the Electrical Transportation Systems degree program.
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Contact Persons
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Studies Coordinator EVS
NameLydia Harnisch
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Study Coordinator EVS
NamePhilipp Saalfeld
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