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Modern traction and braking systems

This workshop will equip delegates with a general introduction to traction and braking systems on trains and their control functions.

2 days

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Summary

This workshop will equip delegates with a general introduction to traction and braking systems on trains and their control functions.

The two-day programme introduces participants to the different types of traction (AC/DC/Diesel) and braking (air, hydraulic, friction, dynamic) systems including their principles of operation, main components, failure modes and safety requirements.

The delivery approach of this course is through promoting delegate participation in discussions and group work.

Who should attend?

This course is intended for recent graduates, engineers moving into new roles within traction and rolling stock, production and engineering managers new to the industry, infrastructure and asset managers, accident investigators and design and maintenance engineers.

How will I benefit?

After attending this course you will be able to: 

• Explain the principles of traction and braking
• Recognise types of traction and braking systems and controls and common variants
• State the main subcomponents for each type
Contributes 14 CPD hours

Excellent interaction and open teaching style - thoroughly enjoyed!

Graham Crockford

Key topics

•Explain the various electric supply systems
•Understand the various electric traction control systems for AC and DC tractions motors
•Dynamic braking
•Explain the principle of diesel interaction systems
•Discuss the principles of Dual Voltage rolling stock and Bi mode rolling stock
•Explain the components and operation of various braking systems

Mapped against UK- SPEC competencies: A and B

  1. Knowledge and understanding - For Chartered Engineers: ‘Use a combination of general and specialist engineering knowledge and understanding to optimize the application of existing and emerging technology’ For Incorporated Engineers: ‘Use a combination of general and specialist mechanical engineering knowledge and understanding to apply existing and emerging technology’
  2. Design and development of processes, systems, services and products - For Chartered Engineers: ‘Apply appropriate theoretical and practical methods to the analysis and solution of mechanical engineering problems’ For Incorporated Engineers ‘Apply appropriate theoretical and practical methods to design, develop, manufacture, construct commission, operate, maintain, decommission and re-cycle mechanical engineering processes, systems, services and products’

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  • Duration:
    2 days
  • Location:
    Derby
  • CPD Hours:
    14
  • UK-Spec:
    A, B

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2 day course

Derby
19-20 Nov 2025

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