Learn about the process of digital transformation and technology that has been developed in the railway sector in recent years following a program focused on engineering professionals" 

Throughout its history, the railroad has not changed significantly from a conceptual point of view. Thus, for example, the interaction between the wheel and the rail continues to be one of the main technical bases of the system, and although there have been significant advances in this area, they are still based on original principles. Even so, in terms of organizational development over the last few years, it is necessary to analyze it in the current context.

This is in addition to the new trends set in motion by the various players in the sector, which form the basis of the new sector strategies to be followed by the world's railroads. In this way, this Postgraduate diploma includes an in-depth analysis of the main technical and operational areas of the system, both at the level of the infrastructure, the rail vehicle and the interaction between the two. Its position in relation to other modes of transport is also considered in this module in order to identify its competitive advantages and factors to be improved.

It is also important to address the study of the different activities associated with incident management in railroad operations, which raises the type of measures that need to be implemented in the event of an accident, human failure or any other incident that disrupts rail traffic. This is complemented by a specific study of safety and civil protection in the railroad system as a whole. It is worth mentioning that all the issues associated with energy consumption in the operation of the different services will also be taken into consideration. This has been a very topical issue in the railway sector, particularly with regard to companies' business strategy, since it must be taken into account that the cost of this energy is one of the most important for them.

At the end of the program, the student will be able to address the digital transformation process that is happening in the sector, in the same way that has occurred in other industrial sectors. Traditionally, railroads have been digital in the field of control, command and signaling and rolling stock, but not in other areas, such as energy, infrastructure, freight, etc., which are now the targets of this new transformation.

The experience of the teaching staff in the field of railroads, in different areas and approaches such as administration, industry and the engineering company, has made it possible to develop this practical and complete content oriented to the new challenges and needs of the sector. Unlike other programs in the market, the approach is international and not only oriented to one type of country and/or system.

A 100% online Postgraduate diploma that provides the student with the ease of being able to study it comfortably, wherever and whenever they want. All you need is a device with internet access to take your career one step further. A modality according to the current times with all the guarantees to position the engineer in a highly demanded sector.

The Postgraduate diploma in Railroad Operation and New Technologies contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features of the program include:

• Improve professional skills in the field of railroad systems
• Update and focus the student's company's strategies in these terms
• Demand new requirements in the technology acquisition processes
• Add value to the technical projects to be developed by student's companies and organizations
• The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Become a professional specializing in the field of Railroad Operation and New Technologies by fulfilling the technical competencies demanded in this sector" 

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training programmed to train in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts. 

Learn about the R&D&I process in a unique and simple way, following practical cases and with the experience of an excellent teaching team"

Analyze the importance of all the issues associated with energy consumption in the operation of the different services"

The following syllabus meets the indispensable requirements in the area of Railroad Operation and New Technologies. In addition, it has the support of an experienced teaching team, resulting in a curriculum with all the necessary information to provide a broad overview of this area in engineering. For the student, this translates into an excellent opportunity to catapult their career to an international level, incorporating all the fields of work involved in the engineer's professional development in this type of work environment. From module 1, students will see their knowledge broadened, which will enable them to develop professionally, knowing that they can count on the support of a team of experts. 

Reflect, analyze and master the applications of new digital technologies in the field of railroads by following this program" 

Module 1. The Railroad and Its Engineering in the Current Context

1.1. The Railroad in Transport 

1.1.1. Its Position and Competency With Other Modes of Transport 
1.1.2. Sectorial Analysis 
1.1.3. Financing 
1.1.4. Specialty Railroad Language and Terminology. 

1.2. Organization 

1.2.1. Regulatory Organizations and Supervisors 
1.2.2. Industry 
1.2.3. Administrators of Infrastructure 
1.2.4. Railroad Transport Companies 
1.2.5. Institutions and Associations 

1.3. Regulation, Legislation and Guidelines 

1.3.1. Legal Framework and Regulation 
1.3.2. The Liberalization of Rail Transport 
1.3.3. Technical Regulations 

1.4. New Trends and Strategies 

1.4.1. Interoperability of Different Technological Systems 
1.4.2. Towards Digitalization: Railroad 4.0 
1.4.3. A New Service Model for Society 

1.5. Description of Railroad Services 

1.5.1. Urban Services 
1.5.2. Mid- and Long-Distance Services 
1.5.3. High-Speed Services
1.5.4. Freight Services 

1.6. Classification and Main Infrastructure Systems 

1.6.1. Electric Traction Energy 
1.6.2. Control, Command and Signaling 
1.6.3. Telecommunications 
1.6.4. Civil Infrastructure 

1.7. Classification and Main Rolling Stock Systems 

1.7.1. Main Types 
1.7.2. Traction 
1.7.3. Braking 
1.7.4. Control, Command and Signaling 
1.7.5. Rolling 

1.8. Interaction Between Vehicle and Infrastructure 

1.8.1. Different Interactions 
1.8.2. Technical Compatibility of the Vehicle With the Infrastructure 
1.8.3. The Problem of the Width of the Track and Its Main Solutions 

1.9. Criteris and Technical Conditions of the Railroad 

1.9.1. Maximum Speed 
1.9.2. Typology of the Rolling Stock 
1.9.3. The Capacity of the Transport 
1.9.4. Interrelation Between the Different Subsystems 

1.10. Cases of Global References 

1.10.1. Rail Networks and Services 
1.10.2. Infrastructures in Construction and in Service 
1.10.3. Technological Projects

Module 2. Operation

2.1. Railroad Operation 

2.1.1. Functions Considered in the Field of Railroad Operation 
2.1.2. Demand for Passenger Transport 
2.1.3. Demand for Freight Transport 

2.2. Traffic Regulation 

2.2.1. Principles of Railroad Traffic Regulation 
2.2.2. Circulation Regulations 
2.2.3. Gear Calculation 
2.2.4. The Traffic Control Center 

2.3. Capacity 

2.3.1. Analysis of Line Capacity 
2.3.2. Capacity Assigning 
2.3.3. The Network Statement 

2.4. Passenger Services 

2.4.1. Planning Services 
2.4.2. Identification of Restrictions and Limitations in the Operation 
2.4.3. Passenger Stations 

2.5. Freight Services 

2.5.1. Planning Services 
2.5.2. Identification of Restrictions and Limitations in the Operation 
2.5.3. Freight Terminal 
2.5.4. Particularity of Freight Operations in High Speed Lines 

2.6. Economy of Railroad Systems 

2.6.1. The Economy of Railroads in the Current Context 
2.6.2. Economy of Infrastructure Management 
2.6.3. Economy of Services Operation 

2.7. Railroad Operations From the Point of View of Energy Consumption 

2.7.1. Energy Consumption and Emissions Associated With Railroad Travel 
2.7.2. Energy Management in Railroad Companies 
2.7.3. Energy Consumption in High Speed Lines 

2.8. Energetic Efficiency 

2.8.1. Strategies to Reduce the Consumption of Electric Traction Energy 
2.8.2. Efficient Infrastructure Design 
2.8.3. Making the Most of the Electrical Energy Regenerated in the Traction 
2.8.4. Efficient Driving 

2.9. Incident Management

2.9.1. Contingency Plan 
2.9.2. The Incident Control Center 
2.9.3. Specific Analysis of Meteorological Phemomena 

2.10. Civil Protection and Safety 

2.10.1. Self-Protection Plans 
2.10.2. Specific Installations in this Field 
2.10.3. The Safety Control Center

Module 3. Research, Development and Innovation (R&D&I)

3.1. Current Context of R&D&I in Railroad Systems 

3.1.1. Financing and Taxation of Innovation 
3.1.2. European Impulse 
3.1.3. Shift2Rail and ERJU European Research Programs 
3.1.4. Situation and Perspectives in Other Countries and Regions of the World 

3.2. The Phases of the R&D&I Process 

3.2.1. Innovation Models 
3.2.2. The R&D&I Project 
3.2.3. Technological Intelligence 
3.2.4. The R&D&I Strategy 
3.2.5. Trial Installations 

3.3. Technological Challenges of the Railroad Systems 

3.3.1. Traditional and Future Challenges 
3.3.2. Railroad Interoperability in Terms of R&D&I 
3.3.3. The Digital Revolution in Railroad Sector 

3.4. R&D&I in the Field of Electric Traction Energy 

3.4.1. Current and Predicted Lines of R&D&I 
3.4.2. Technological Initiatives to Highlight 
3.4.3. Main Research Groups in this Subject 

3.5. R&D&I in the Field of CCS 

3.5.1. Current and Predicted Lines of R&D&I 
3.5.2. Technological Initiatives to Highlight 
3.5.3. Main Research Groups in this Subject 

3.6. R&D&I in the Field of Telecommunications 

3.6.1. Current and Predicted Lines of R&D&I 
3.6.2. Technological Initiatives to Highlight 
3.6.3. Main Research Groups in this Subject 

3.7. R&D&I in the Field of Infrastructure  

3.7.1. Current and Predicted Lines of R&D&I 
3.7.2. Technological Initiatives to Highlight 
3.7.3. Main Research Groups in this Subject 

3.8. R&D&I in the Field of Rolling Stock 

3.8.1. Current and Predicted Lines of R&D&I 
3.8.2. Technological Initiatives to Highlight 
3.8.3. Main Research Groups in this Subject 

3.9. Results of the R&D&I Process

3.9.1. Results Protection 
3.9.2. Transfer of Technology 
3.9.3. Implementation in the Service 

3.10. New Railroad Systems 

3.10.1. Situation and Outlook 
3.10.2. Magnetic Levitation Technology 
3.10.3. The New Concept of Hyperloop

Module 4. The New Digital Revolution in Railroads

4.1. The Fourth Railroad Revolution 

4.1.1. Technological Evolution 
4.1.2. Digital Technologies Applied to Railroads 
4.1.3. Fields of Application in the Current Context 

4.2. Key Technology Analysis 

4.2.1. Big Data 
4.2.2. Cloud Computing 
4.2.3. Artificial Intelligence 
4.2.4. IoT and New Sensorization 
4.2.5. DAS 

4.3. Application of Electric Railroad Network 

4.3.1. Objective 
4.3.2. Functionality 
4.3.3. Implementation 

4.4. Application in Maintenance 

4.4.1. Objective 
4.4.2. Functionality 
4.4.3. Implementation 

4.5. Application in Passenger Stations 

4.5.1. Objective 
4.5.2. Functionality 
4.5.3. Implementation 

4.6. Application in Railroad Logistics Management 

4.6.1. Objective 
4.6.2. Functionality 
4.6.3. Implementation 

4.7. Application in Railroad Traffic Management 

4.7.1. Objective 
4.7.2. Functionality 
4.7.3. Implementation 

4.8. Cybersecurity in the Railroad 

4.8.1. Objective 
4.8.2. Functionality 
4.8.3. Implementation 

4.9. User Experience 

4.9.1. Objective 
4.9.2. Functionality 
4.9.3. Implementation 

4.10. Digitalization Strategies in Various Railroads 

4.10.1. German Railroads 
4.10.2. French Railroads 
4.10.3. Japanese Railroads 
4.10.4. Other Railroads

Learn about the technological evolution and new experiments of the digital era for the complete modernization of the railway sector"