Autonomous Mobility and Digitalization | Special Edition Course on Autonomous Vehicles

PAVE Europe is collaborating with Technische Universität Berlin (TU Berlin), and EIT Urban Mobility, an initiative of the European Institute of Innovation Technology (EIT), a body of the European Union, for this immersive professional certificate training course on autonomous mobility.

Course Dates

24th April 2025 – 7th May 2025

Course Duration

3 weeks online and 3 days on site at EUREF Campus, Berlin

Cost

€450 (Free for PAVE Europe Members)

Language

English

Certification

TU Berlin Certificate of Professional Education (3 ECTS)

Format

Blended learning, assessed and graded

Course Overview

Join industry leaders and experts for an immersive professional training on autonomous mobility. This course is designed to equip you with the latest knowledge and skills in the rapidly evolving field of autonomous vehicles, systems and services and its social, technological and digitalization aspects.

The course places a strong emphasis on presenting the main trends of autonomous vehicles and digitalization. Through close exchange with the lecturers and expert guest speakers, participants will gain specialist knowledge, whilst also working intensively on their own, practical project all along the course.

This certificate course begins with a three-week guided self-study phase, complemented by three virtual sessions (tentatively from 16:00 to 18:00 CET). It will then be followed by three days of immersive, in-person sessions in Berlin, offering an intensive learning experience.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the industry, this course offers invaluable insights and hands-on experiences to enhance your expertise and career prospects.

This course has now reached full capacity.

Methodology

This course includes a mix of lectures, interactive workshops, hands-on exercises, case studies, and individual projects to provide participants with a holistic learning experience. Participants are encouraged to actively engage in discussions and apply learned concepts to real-world scenarios. The course content is subject to updates based on the latest developments in the field of digitalized transport.

Learning Goals

After the successful completion of the course, participants will be able to:

Outline real-world cases, gleaned from European managers and policy makers
Analyze and use current and future trends in Autonomous Mobility
Evaluate application fields, potentialities (and bottlenecks) in the field
Formulate successful, future-oriented thinking about Autonomous Mobility and digitalization of the transport industry

Course Schedule

Virtual Sessions

The course will begin with a three-week guided self-study phase, that will be accompanied by three virtual sessions. They are tentatively scheduled for the dates below between 16:00 to 18:00 CET. Further details will be shared in the upcoming weeks.

Thursday 24th April: Introduction
Monday 28th April: Presentation of the Lecturers
Wednesday 30th April: Individual Project Presentations

In-person Sessions

Following the virtual sessions in April, participants will then have the opportunity to join in-person sessions at TU Berlin’s EUREF Campus. The detailed agenda for the in-person sessions can be found below. Lecturers for these sessions will be announced in the upcoming weeks.

Monday 5th May: Foundations of Autonomous Mobility
Tuesday 6th May: Development, Regulation, and Market Insights
Wednesday 7th May: Societal Impacts, Case Studies, and Hands-on Experience

Introduction

Welcome and introduction to the course with PAVE Europe and TU Berlin

Course Presentation
Content introduction
Expectations and Goals of the Course

Participants will be encouraged to think about their own individual goals and objectives for the course.

Presentation of the Lecturers

Short Presentation of the Lecturers

Introduction of the lecturers that will teach the physical course
Preparation for in-person sessions
Developing draft of individual projects

Participants will be given reading material in preparation for the course at TU Berlin’s EUREF campus the following week.

Project Presentations

Presentation of Individual Projects

Participants will present their individual projects to the group.

Foundations of Autonomous Mobility

Welcome and introduction to the course

Introduction to Autonomous Mobility

Participants will gain a comprehensive overview of autonomous mobility, its significance, and its impact on modern transportation.

Autonomous Mobility

Overall architecture: Understand the basic structure of autonomous systems.
Sensing Technology: Dive into the sensors that make autonomous driving possible, including LiDAR, RADAR, and cameras.
Software, AI, and Machine Learning: Explore the cutting-edge algorithms and AI techniques driving autonomous vehicles.
Infrastructure and Communication: Learn about the essential infrastructure and V2X communication necessary for autonomous systems.

Development, Regulations and Market Insights

Development and testing

Verification and validation: Learn about the processes for ensuring the reliability of autonomous systems.
Operational Domains and Scenarios: Understand the different environments where autonomous vehicles operate.
Field Testing: Explore real-world testing methods to validate autonomous technologies.

Regulation and Safety Standards

National and International Regulations: Stay updated with regulations from NHTSA, EU, UK, UNECE and other bodies.
Compliance and Certification Processes: Learn the steps to achieve regulatory compliance.
Safety Standards: Study the critical safety standards like ISO 26262.
Ethical Considerations and Data Protection: Discuss the ethical implications and data protection issues in autonomous mobility.

Business and Market Aspects

Market Overview: Analyze key players and market trends.
Use Cases and Business Models: Discover various business applications and models for autonomous vehicles.
Impact on Employment and Economy: Understand the economic implications and how autonomous mobility will reshape the job market.

Societal Impacts, Case Studies, and Hands-on Experience

Societal Impact

Potential Impacts on Society: Discuss how autonomous vehicles will transform daily life and societal structures.
Public Perception and Acceptance: Explore strategies to enhance public acceptance of autonomous technologies.
Public Engagement and Education: Learn about initiatives to educate and engage the public on autonomous mobility.

Case Studies and Real-world Applications

Autonomous passenger vehicles: Investigation of the use and impact of self-driving cars.
Autonomous Public Transport: Understand the role of autonomous technology in public transit.
Autonomous Freight and Delivery: Explore innovations in autonomous logistics and delivery services.

Technical Visit

MOIA (VW Group), Berlin: Experience a guided technical visit to MOIA, a leading autonomous mobility service in Berlin, to see real-world applications in action.

Lecturers

How to apply

Applications have now closed.

Should you have any questions, please check the FAQs section below, or email us at info@pavecampaign.eu.

Who can apply?

The course welcomes both seasoned professionals, and those who are new to the industry.

What do I need?

English level of at least B2
Laptop/PC + headset with microphone

How do I apply?

PAVE Europe members can complete the registration form here. Non-members can apply via TU Berlin’s website here. If you are unable to do so, then please send us an email and we’ll assist you. Please note: the course has a cap of 15 participants.

What will I receive after completing the course?

Participants will receive a TU Berlin Certificate of Professional Education (3 ECTS).

Professional Certification Course FAQs

Cooperation

This course is supported by EIT Urban Mobility, an initiative of the European Institute of Innovation Technology (EIT), a body of the European Union. The aim is to positively change the way people move around in cities in order to make them more liveable. You can find more information at eiturbanmobility.eu

This support enables participants to access a special, reduced fee for this TU Berlin Academy and PAVE Europe course.

Joint data processing with PAVE Europe and EIT KIC Urban Mobility S.L

The TU Berlin Academy, TUBS GmbH collaborates with PAVE Europe and EIT KIC Urban Mobility S.L in organizing the course “Autonomous Mobility and its Digitalization”. When conducting the learning activities with PAVE Europe and EIT KIC Urban Mobility S.L, the TU Berlin Academy (TUBS GmbH) acts as a Joint Data Controller together with PAVE Europe and EIT KIC Urban Mobility S.L.

In order to fulfill this purpose we process personal data as described in our privacy policy. Any questions related to ensuring privacy rights in the context of joint continuing education may be addressed to the TU Berlin Academy (see contact details in the privacy policy).