About Course
Electrification is the process of powering by electricity. It is usually associated with switching from another power source and has been regarded as "the greatest engineering achievement of the 20th century".
This course is intended to provide participants with new knowledge and competency in modern electrification techniques and applications in the built environment and land transportation. Real-life applied research projects will be demonstrated to give students first-hand information on electrification technologies. The contents of this module are delivered in three focused areas: modern electrification technologies, advanced electrification for land transportation, and advanced electrification for the built environment.
Skills you’ll gain
Power and Clean Energy
Electrical Engineering
Sustainability
Who Should Attend
Engineers working in the power and energy sector
Railway electrical power supply and propulsion professionals
Electrical and electronic engineering professionals
Researchers and educators in electrical engineering and urban sustainability-related areas
Prerequisites
- Bachelor degree in Engineering
- At least one-year of relevant working experience
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, learners will be able to:
- Integrate Electrification Principles Across Systems - Demonstrate a coherent understanding of railway electrification, traction power systems, distributed energy resources, and built environment electrification as interconnected socio-technical systems
- Analyse and Design Advanced Electrified Infrastructure - Apply engineering principles to analyse, design, and optimise railway electrification systems, urban microgrids, and multi-energy systems under practical constraints
- Evaluate Energy Conversion, Storage, and Supply Technologies - Critically assess AC and DC traction systems, power supply architectures, distributed generation technologies, and energy storage solutions for performance, reliability, and sustainability
- Apply Digital and Data-Driven Engineering Methods - Use modelling, simulation, data-driven techniques, and software tools to support the planning, operation, and optimisation of electrified transportation and energy systems
- Solve Real-World Engineering Problems - Formulate and address complex engineering challenges through applied research, system-level analysis, and hands-on design projects informed by industry practice
- Demonstrate Systems Thinking and Sustainability Awareness - Evaluate engineering decisions in the context of energy efficiency, environmental impact, resilience, and long-term sustainability in transportation and built environments
- Collaborate and Communicate Effectively in Professional Contexts - Work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and communicate technical concepts, designs, and analyses clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Engage in Lifelong Learning and Professional Practice - Demonstrate the ability to engage with emerging technologies, industry developments, and research to support continuous professional growth in electrification and energy systems
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Teaching Team
Elsa Feng Xue
Associate Professor, Engineering, Singapore Institute of Technology
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Course Details
| Course Run | Dates | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 6 Sep -25 Nov (Every Wednesday*) | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm |
Certificate and Assessment
A Certificate of Attainment will be issued to participants who
- Attend at least 75% of the module; and
- Undertake and pass credit-bearing assessment during the module; and
Participants who meet the attendance requirement but do not pass the assessment will receive a Certificate of Participation.
Fee Structure
The full fee for this course is S$3,606.88.
| Funding Category | Eligible Funding | Course Fees Payable After Funding |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore Citizen (Below 40) | 70% | S$1,082.06 |
| Singapore Citizen (Above 40) Funded under SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) | 90% | S$420.25 |
| Singapore PR / LTVP+ Holder | 70% | S$1,082.06 |
| Non-Singapore Citizen | Not Eligible | S$3,606.88 |
Note:
- All fees above include GST. GST applies to individuals and Singapore-registered companies.
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