New masters courses in Electric Railway Engineering

Abstract

A new Masters level course in Electric Railway Engineering with the first intake of students specialising in Railway Control Engineering has been established with the goal of satisfying the ongoing need for skilled technological staff in railroad and rail transit operations and manufacturing. The course is modular in nature and is delivered by distance learning, which allows employers to retain productive staff in employment whilst their skills are being upgraded. This paper describes the rationale, delivery methodology, course design process and technical content of the course.