Government Pavilion, C/ Padre Herrera s/n
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Santa Cruz de Tenerife - Spain
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Hours: Mon, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Decarbonization and Electrification of Maritime Transport
Decarbonization and Electrification of Maritime Transport
Overview
This microcredential addresses the regulatory framework for the decarbonization of maritime transport at the international, European, and national levels, analyzing its technical, economic, and environmental implications. It also introduces the fundamentals of key decarbonization strategies, such as alternative fuels and electrification. The program delves into electric and hybrid propulsion technologies, as well as onboard energy efficiency solutions using advanced control systems. Finally, it examines the feasibility of port electrification using Operational Power Systems (OPS), with a particular focus on island contexts.
- To provide specialized, applied and up-to-date training on regulatory frameworks, in the context of decarbonization promoted by organizations such as the IMO and the EU, together with the challenges and technologies associated with the energy transition in the maritime-port sector.
- Understanding the main technologies on board, with special emphasis on electrification (electric and hybrid propulsion, energy optimization systems, concurrence of the use of alternative fuels, etc.), as well as the electrification of ports through OPS systems, especially in island contexts such as the Canary Islands.
- To bring the student closer to the reality of the sector and improve their employability.
A university degree is not required to obtain this micro-credential. However, students wishing to obtain it must meet one of the following access requirements.
- Be a third or fourth year student of a university degree in the field of engineering (provide a copy of enrollment).
- Be a student of a university master's degree in engineering (provide a copy of your enrollment).
- Hold any university degree or higher vocational training qualification in the engineering field (provide a copy of the degree).
- Being an employee in any activity related to the maritime sector (provide employment history, contract or appointment).
- Being self-employed in any activity related to the maritime sector (provide employment history).
Academic program
- Context and regulatory framework of maritime decarbonization.
- Techniques for decarbonization. Alternative fuels and electrification.
- Electric and hybrid propulsion technologies: motors and batteries.
- Energy efficiency and advanced control of electrical systems: drives and load management.
- Port electrification using OPS systems.
- Practical cases of development and innovation.
The training activities to be carried out during the delivery of the micro-credential will be:
- Theoretical classes: expository, explanatory or demonstration sessions of the contents and knowledge.
- Practical classes: sessions of practical application of the content developed in the theoretical classes, through the resolution of exercises, problems or theoretical-practical scenarios.
- Seminars, workshops, or other complementary activities (discussion forums, simulations, etc.): monographic sessions that encourage student participation. These are supervised by the course instructors.
- Independent work: independent and self-regulated activity of the student based on the documentation and guidelines proposed in the subject, preparation of classes and exams, preparation of final reports, internship reports…
- Tutoring (individual, group…): activity in which the teaching staff attends to, facilitates and guides one or more students in the training process.
- Assessment: continuous assessment tests and final exams. Tests may be in person or online, and may be written, oral, or consist of practical exercises.
Regarding the way to organize the teaching to achieve the objectives set out in the micro-credential, the organizational modality summarized below will be followed:
- Lectures/expository method: presentation or explanation by the teaching staff.
- Seminars: completing exercises, solving problems or practical cases, others.
- Personal study: preparation for tests, exams, etc.
- Assessment: written tests, oral tests, practical tests…
- Tutoring: instruction period in which teachers and students interact with the aim of reviewing and discussing materials and topics presented in class.
The microcredential will have an evaluation system (ES) based on the following assessment tests:
- Objective tests (true/false, multiple choice, test-type, fill-in-the-blank, ordering, etc.): These are measurement instruments that allow for the evaluation of knowledge, skills, performance, aptitudes, etc. The answers are closed-ended, thus promoting objectivity during the scoring process.
- Short answer or brief tests: a type of objective test in which students do not elaborate on their answers, but must respond to the specific information requested.
- Case studies, exercises and problems: tests in which students must solve, in a reasoned manner, within a certain time, and according to the established criteria, the cases, exercises or problems posed by the teaching staff, with the aim of applying the knowledge acquired.
General information
Credits: 1.5 ECTS
Duration: 07/05/2026 – 29/05/2026
Teaching modality: Blended learning
Location: Virtual Campus of the University of La Laguna / Higher School of Engineering and Technology (Anchieta Campus)
The cost of tuition for this Microcredential will be subsidized by the 'Plan for the development of university microcredentials', investment 6 of component 21 of the Addendum to the 'Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan', financed by the European Union – Next Generation EU, year 2025.
Short courses available in various formats (in-person, online, or hybrid). Ideal for learning without interrupting your professional life.
Content created and delivered by professionals and experts in the field, designed for immediate application.
Endorsed by the University of La Laguna. You will receive an official ECTS certificate, valid in the European Higher Education Area.
Teaching staff
Naval and Ocean Engineer. State Naval Engineering Corps. Director General of the Merchant Marine, at the Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility.
Law degree. Specialist in Transport and Logistics Management. Legal Director at Kennedys Law Spain.
PhD in Naval and Ocean Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Madrid. Head of the Department of Machinery, Electricity and Safety, and the Department of Decarbonization of Maritime Transport, at Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore.
Bachelor's degree in Merchant Marine and PhD in Marine Engineering from the University of La Laguna. Professor in the Department of Industrial Engineering at the University of La Laguna.
Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering. Chief Engineer in the Spanish Merchant Navy. Vetting Inspector at Moeve.
Bachelor's degree in Merchant Marine and PhD in Marine Engineering from the University of La Laguna. Advisor at Tenerife Shipyards, Hidramar Group.
Industrial Engineer and PhD in Thermal Engineering (thermal machines and engines) from the University of the Basque Country. Researcher at AZTI.
Senior Technician in Electrical Installations and Lines. Marine Segment Leader (Spain) & Sales Specialist in Motion High Power Drives, at ABB.
Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering Engineer. Sales Specialist in the Traction Division of ABB.
Industrial Electronics and Automation Engineer. Motion High Power Drives Project Sales Manager at ABB.
Industrial Engineer and PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Madrid. Professor in the Department of Industrial Engineering at the University of La Laguna.
Bachelor's and PhD in Physics from the University of La Laguna. Professor in the Department of Industrial Engineering at the University of La Laguna.
Doctor of Naval and Ocean Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Madrid and Master in Maritime Business and Law from IME/ICADE. Member of the State Naval Engineering Corps.
