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227-0524-00L 6 Credits MSC D-ITET , D-BAUG

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Railway Systems II

Eisenbahn-Systemtechnik II

Lecturers & Examiners: Markus Meyer

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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:55:13

Abstract

Characteristics of traction drive systems:- electrical systems and their components- thermal propulsion systems- vehicles with battery storage systemsSystem integration:- train control- energy consumption- electrical system compatibility

Objective

- Know-how about the design and construction principles of rail traction systems - Overview of overall-system tasks (electrical system integration, train control, energy consumption) - Insight into the activities of the railway vehicle industry and railway operators in Switzerland - Motivation of young engineers to start a career in the railway vehicle manufacturers, railway infrastructure and operating companies

Content

EST II (Frühjahrsemester) - Vertiefung Antriebssysteme, Systemfragen 1 Traktionsausrüstung: 1.1 Systemkonzepte für Traktionsantriebe 1.2 Haupttransformator 1.3 Fahrmotoren 1.4 Stromrichter 1.5 Hochspannungskreise und Erdung 1.6 Thermische Auslegung 1.7 Diesel-Antriebssysteme 1.8 Batteriespeicher 2 Systemintegration 2.1 Zugbeeinflussung 2.2 Energieverbrauch 2.3 Aufbau der Bahnstromversorgung 2.4 Elektrische Systemkompatibilität Geplante Exkursionen: - Engineering und Leistungslabor, ABB Turgi - Sicherungsanlagen, Siemens Wallisellen - 2-tägige Schlussexkursion (Besichtigungen und Führerstandsfahrten, ausschliesslich für regelmässige Vorlesungsteilnehmer)

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Lecture Notes

Abgabe der Unterlagen (gegen eine Schutzgebühr) zu Beginn des Semesters. Rechtzeitig eingeschriebene Teilnehmer (bis 8 Tage vor Vorlesungsbeginn) können die Unterlagen auf Wunsch und gegen eine Zusatzgebühr auch in Farbe beziehen.

General Information

Language: German
Levels: MSC
Frequency: Yearly recurring

Examination

Type: session examination
Mode: oral 30 minutes

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
lecture with exercise	Eisenbahn-Systemtechnik II	Fri 08:15-12:00 (CHN D 48)	4 h weekly

Offered In

Civil Engineering Master
- Master Studies (Programme Regulations 2020)
  - Major Courses
    - Major in Transport Systems
Spatial Development and Infrastructure Systems Master
- 2. Semester
  - Major Courses
    - Major in Transport Systems and Behaviour
Electrical Engineering and Information Technology Master
- Master Studies (Programme Regulations 2018)
  - Energy and Power Electronics (The core courses and specialization courses below are a selection for students who wish to specialize in the area of "Energy and Power Electronics", see . The individual study plan is subject to the tutor's approval.)
    - Specialization Courses (These specialization courses are particularly recommended for the area of "Energy and Power Electronics", but you are free to choose courses from any other field in agreement with your tutor. A minimum of 40 credits must be obtained from specialization courses during the Master's Programme.)
- Master Studies (Programme Regulations 2008)
  - Major Courses (A total of 42 CP must be achieved form courses during the Master Program. The individual study plan is subject to the tutor's approval.)
    - Energy and Power Electronics
      - Recommended Subjects (These courses are recommended, but you are free to choose courses from any other special field. Please consult your tutor.)