European Week 2012 - Plug n' Roll : transport and electricity

General description

Do you think we will be able to replace oil with electricity ?

From electric cars to trains, this energy is considered as a profitable alternative to petrol.

Our French high speed train can teach us a lot on how to move quick and clean!

So, come to Paris and board our car to discover our secrets and become the engineer of tomorrow !

What are you waiting for ? We are all crazy frenchies, full of energy, ready to make you live the most eccentric days of your life !

Academic information

Fields of activity:
Electrical/Electromechanical Engineering , Electronic/Electrotechnical Engineering , Environmental Engineering , Industrial Engineering , Industrial Management , Mining/Mineral Resources Engineering , Petroleum Engineering , Power Engineering , Production Engineering/Management , Transport Engineering
Content and topics:
During this course, you will attend to lectures, case studies and company visits about electricity and its use in transport.
Learning goals and objectives:
Reflect on the efficiency of electricity use in transport, and consider its advantages and limitations.
Examination type:
Written exam at the end of the week.
ECTS credits issued:
Not known yet

Information for applicants

Selection criteria:
If you are both interested in the subject and you have a mad desire to see France and make this event unforgettable, for sure you're in!

Practical arrangements

All of the following are covered by the event fee:

Lodging:
Rooms (with bathroom and toilets) in campus flats will be shared between two participants.
Meals:
You will discover a wide range of French food, and not only wine and cheese... We will cook breakfast and dinners, and you will have lunch at our school restaurant.
Transportation:
We will take the subway to go to the center of Paris or to Supelec, otherwise we will take the bus for other travels.